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PENNSYLVANIA SOURCE BOOK -- SNODGRASS FAMILY
[Note: The research for this source book was done by Charlou Dolan, Rena Mills, and Charlotte Baker. Many of the census records were provided by F. W. McIntosh and Gene Phillips. The organizing and typing was done by Charlou Dolan.]
WASHINGTON COUNTY (974.882)
CEMETERY RECORDS
*History of Cross Creek Graveyard, Washington Co., PA (Ward) NS
*The Pigeon Creek United Presbyterian Church Cemetery Records, 1777-1984, Dunningsville, Somerset Twp., Washington Co., PA (Watson) yes
CENSUS RECORDS
*1790-1930 - yes
CHURCH RECORDS
*Baptismal Records of the Reverend Robert Ayres, 1789-1790, Southwestern Pennsylvania [includes Washington, Fayette, Allegheny, Greene, & Westmoreland Cos., PA] (Harriss) NS
*A History of the Chartiers Hill United Presbyterian Church of Canonsburg, PA (Taylor & Smith--1975) [unindexed]
*Stecher-Mt. Zion Lutheran Church Records, Ginger Hill, Washington Co., 1783-1859 (Ruff--1990) NS
COURT RECORDS
*Abstracts of Washington Co., PA, Will Books 1-5, 1776-1841 (Closson & Closson) yes
*Estate Records, 1781-96; Deed Records, 1782-85, in Washington Co., PA (Bell) NS
*Index to Washington Co., PA, Wills, 1781-1900 (Closson & Closson) yes
*Film #863,623 = Index to Wills (when to when?) - yes
HISTORY & GENEALOGY
*History of Washington Co., PA (Cumrine--1882) yes
*West Middletown Historical Sketch (McKeever Study Library--1978) [unindexed]
LAND RECORDS
*Land Atlas & Plat Book, Washington Co., PA (Rockford Map Pub.--1980) yes
*Film #853,000 = Deed Index, grantors, 1781-1924, Washington Co., PA - yes
*Film #862,507 = Deeds, vol. 6-8, 1F-1H, 1788-1790 - yes
*Film #862,508 = Deeds, vol. 9 & 11, 1790-1794 - yes
*Film #862,509 = Deeds, vol. 10-11, 1K-1L, 1793-1796 - yes
*Film #862,515 = Deeds, vol. 18, 1S, 1803-1804 - yes
*Film #862,517 = Deeds, vol. 21, 1V, 1810-1811 - yes
*Film #862,526 = Deeds, vol. 30, 2E, 1820-1822 - yes
*Film #862,530 = Deeds, vol. 34-35, 2I-2K, 1826-1832 - yes
*Film #862,531 = Deeds, vol. 36-37, 2L-2M, 1827-1832 - yes
*Film #862,532 = Deeds, vol. 38-39, 2N-2O, 1829-1833 - yes
*Film #862,533 = Deeds, vol. 40-41, 2P-2Q, 1832-1835 - yes
*Film #862,534 = Deeds, vol. 42-43, 2R-2S, 1834-1836 - yes
*Film #862,535 = Deeds, vol. 44-45, 2T-2U, 1836-1838 - yes
*Film #862,536 = Deeds, vol. 46-47, 2V-2W, 1837-1839 - yes
*Film #863,602 = Deeds, vol. 58-59, 3H-3I, 1850-1851 - yes
*Film #863,607 = Deeds, vol. 68-69, 3S-3T, 1857-1858 - yes
*Film #863,608 = Deeds, vol. 70, 3U, 1858-1859 - yes
*Film #863,610 = Deeds, vol. 73-74, 3X-3Y, 1860-1861 - yes
*Film #863,613 = Deeds, vol. 78-79, 4C-4D, 1863-1864 - yes
*Film #863,614 = Deeds, vol. 80-81, 3E-3F, 1864-1865 - yes
*Film #1,319,506 = Deeds, vol. 119-120, 5T-5U, 1881-1882 - yes
*Film #1,319,508 = Deeds, vol. 123-124, 5X-5Y, 1882-1883 - yes
*Film #1,319,511 = Deeds, vol. 129-130, 6D-6E, 1884-1885 - yes
MILITARY RECORDS
*Washington Co., PA, Frontier Rangers, 1781-1782: Washington Co., PA, Rangers; Revolutionary War Burials of Greene Co., PA; Revolutionary War Burials of Washington Co., PA (Myers) yes [from PA Archives]
NEWSPAPER RECORDS
*Abstracts of the Washington, PA, Reporter, vols. 1 & 2, 1808-1814 (Malmat) yes
*newspaper clippings from the library in Washington Co., PA
TAX RECORDS
*An Index to the 1798 Direct Tax for Pennsylvania, Washington Co. (Harriss) NS
*Listing of Inhabitants in 1781, Washington Co., PA (Iscrupe) yes
*Lists of Inhabitants in Washington Co., PA, 1800 or Before, with Maps of Early Townships: 1776-80 Petition (and) 1800 County Census (Bell) yes
*Residents, 1782-1790, and Pioneer Families of Donegal Twp., Washington Co., PA [includes present twps. of Donegal, Baline, Buffalo, East Finley, & West Finley; from 1782-1790 tax lists & 1790 census] (Bell) yes
*Tax Lists of Washington Co., PA, 1784-85, 1793: Including Present Day Washington & Greene Cos., & Parts of Allegheny & Beaver Cos. (DAR) yes
VITAL RECORDS
*Marriage Records of Squires Isaac & Joseph F. Mayes (Harriss, Wall, & Petrich) yes
*Washington Co., PA, Marriages, 1780-1857 (Whisker) yes
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RECORDS
1781 -- Washington County was formed from Westmoreland County.
(1778-1783) -- PA Archives, 3rd series, vol. 23, pages 219 & 230: Rangers on the Frontiers: James Snodgrass/Snotgrass
(1778-1783) -- PA Archives, 3rd series, vol. 23, page ??, & 5th series, vol. 4, page 728: Soldiers of the Revolution, Continental Line: James Snodgrass, private, Washington Co.
1781 -- PA Archives, 3rd series, vol. 22, page 728, 744, 761: effective supply tax:
Donegal Twp., Washington Co., PA: James Snodgrass, 100 acres, 2 cattle, value 47 [James is in the tax list for Donegal Twp. every year from 1782 to 1789]
Hopewell Twp., Washington Co., PA: Robert Snodgrass, 100 acres, 2 horses, 2 cattle, value 58
Peters Twp., Washington Co., PA: James Snodgrass, 400 acres, 4 horses, 5 cattle, value 360
5 Nov 1781 -- PA Archives, 6th series, vol. 2, page 94: Payroll of Capt. Andrew Swearingen's Company of Rangers, 3rd Batt., on the frontiers of Washington Co. commencing 10 March and ending 5 Nov 1781, incl.: 7. James Snodgrass March 10, 1781 commenced pay (Amt of pay $19.15); Discharged November 5; Time of Service 7 months 27 days - total pay $52.60.
18 Apr 1782 -- PA Archives, 6th series, vol. 2, page 103: A return 4th and 5th Classes Capt. Timothy Downing's Company, 3rd Batt. Washington County militia ordered to rendevouze the 18th April, 1782: 4th Class - James Snodgrass
21 May 1782 -- Certificate dated 14 Feb 1974:
To Whom it May Concern:
This is to certify that one JAMES SNODGRASS was enrolled as a Private, 4th Class, Captain Timothy Downing's 7th Company, 3rd Battalion, Washington County Militia, according to the evidence of a Return of the 4th & 5th Classes ordered to serve a Tour of Duty, April 18, 1782 dated May 21, 1782.
Harry E. Whipkey, Chief, Division of Archives & Manuscripts Authority: Military Accounts (Militia), Records of the Comptroller General, at the Division of Archives & Manuscripts.
Residence ascribed: Hopewell Township
14 Jun 1782 -- PA Archives, 6th series, vol. 2, page 49: A return 5th, 6th, 7th, and 8th classes Capt. Joseph Cisna's Company 2nd Batt. Washington Co. Militia ordered to rendevouze June 14th, 1782: 8th Class - Robert Snodgrass; 5th Class - Thomas Snodgrass
15 Sep 1782 -- PA Archives, 6th series, vol. 2, page 70: A return 6th, 7th, and 8th classes Captn. Joseph Cisnas Company 2nd Battn. Washington Co., Militia, ordered to rendevouze Sept. 15th, 1782: 8th Class - Robert Snodgrass
1783 -- Tax Lists
Cecil Twp., Washington Co., PA:
--James Snodgrass - 1 horse, 3 cows, 1 sheep.
--William Snodgrass - 2 horses, 2 cows, 2 sheep.
Donegal Twp., Washington Co., PA:
--Samuel Snodgrass - 100 acres.
--James Snodgrass - 50 acres, 1 cow.
Hopewell Twp., Washington Co., PA:
--Robert Snodgrass - 100 acres, 1 horse, 2 cows.
Peters Twp., Washington Co., PA:
--James Snodgrass - 300 acres.
--Robt. Snodgrass - 150 acres, 2 horses, 2 cows.
1784 -- Tax Lists
Peters Twp., Washington Co., PA:
--Robt. Snodgrass (Mist.)
--James Snodgrass
1784?-- PA Archives, 6th series, vol. 2, pages 79 & 80: Class roll of the 2nd Batt. Washington Co. militia (1784?).
Capt. Joseph Cessna's Co.: 8th Class - Robert Snodgrass
Capt. Samuel Cunninghams Co.: 5th Class - Tho's Snodgrass
1784?-- PA Archives, 6th series, vol. 2, page 117: Class roll Capt. Timothy Downing's Company, 3rd Batt., Washington County militia: 1st Class - Robert Snodgrass; 4th Class - James Snodgrass
1 Apr 1784 -- Certificate dated 14 Feb 1974:
To Whom it May Concern:
This is to certify that, under the Militia Loan of 1 April 1784, a certificate of public debt, #3285, in the amount of L19.5.0, was issued in the name of JAMES SNODGRASS for a tour of active duty in the Washington County Militia, which he performed as a member of Captain Andrew Swearingen's Company of Rangers on the Frontiers of Washington County during the period March 10 -November 5, 1781.
Harry E. Whipkey, Chief, Division of Archives & Manuscripts Authority: Ledger C, page 124, Militia Loans of 1784 and 1785, "Public Debt," Records of the Comptroller General, at the Division of Archives & Manuscripts.
1 Jul 1784 -- PA Archives, 3rd series, vol. 26, page 603:
James Snodgrass was a warrantee of land, 300 acres: Warrant #3; Survey D-38-184; Patent H-71-240.
Alex'r Snodgrass was a warrantee of land, 300 acres: Warrant #4; Survey A-63-290; Patent H-63-80.
1785 -- Tax Lists
Hopewell Twp., Washington Co., PA:
--Samuel Snodgrass
Donegal Twp., Washington Co., PA:
--James Snodgrass
Dickinson Twp., Washington Co., PA:
--James Snodgrass
--Alexander Snodgrass, single man
1786 -- PA Archives, 6th Series, vol. 3, page 1366: A return of the militia officers elected in the County of Washington, 1786, Third Battalion, Second Company: Lieut. Jams. Snodgrass
10 Apr 1787 -- Washington Co., PA, Will Book 1, page 76: H. W. Snodgrass et al witnessed the will of William Caldwell of Buffalo Creek.
27 May 1788 -- PA Archives, 3rd series, vol. 26, page 610: James Snodgrass was a warrantee of land, 397.148 acres: Warrant #277; survey C-207-50; Patent P-13-195.
(no dates) -- PA Archives, 5th series, vol. 4, page 421: Soldiers who Received Depreciation Pay, as per cancelled certificates on file in the Division of Public Records, Pennsylvania State Library: James Snotgrass, private, Washington Co. Militia.
1788-1789 -- Donegal Twp., Washington Co., PA: James Snodgrass was a township supervisor in 1788 & 1789.
1789 -- Tax List:
Dickinson Twp., Washington Co., PA (became Mifflin Twp. in Allegheny Co.)
--Alexander Snodgrass
--James Snodgrass
Peters Twp., Washington Co., PA (became St. Clair Twp. in Allegheny Co.)
--Robert Snodgrass
27 Feb 1790 -- Washington Co., PA, Deed Book 1-H, page 96: James Snodgrass & Agness his wife to Thomas Ervin, all of Washington Co., VA... grant from the Commonwealth of PA dated 2 Jun 1788... on the waters of Buffalo Creek called the Indian hunting ground... which said tract was surveyed... 15 Sep 1784 as in and by the said patent entered on record in the Rolls Office for the State of PA in Patent Book No. 13 page 195... 122 pounds 13 shillings & six pence...
Witnesses: Thomas Scott, William McRoberts.
Recorded 18 Sep 1790.
<Desc. of 3 James & Agnes Snodgrass of Allegheny Co., PA>
5 Apr 1790 -- Washington Co., PA, Deed Book 2-I, page 449: James Snodgrass & Agness his wife to George McLean, all of Washington Co., PA... granted by the Commonwealth of PA... 13 Jun 1788... on the waters of Buffalo Creek... called the Indian burying ground... 50 pounds current money...
Witnesses: Wm. Smiley, Alexand'r Lawrance.
Recorded 19 May 1826.
<Desc. of 3 James & Agnes Snodgrass of Allegheny Co., PA>
1790 -- Washington Co., PA, Deed Book 1-I, page 675: James Snodgrass & Agnes his wife to John Larrance, all of Washington Co., VA... grant from the Commonwealth of PA dated 2 Jun 1788... on Buffalo Creek called the Indians Burying ground... surveyed for the said James Snodgrass in right of Thomas Chapman... 15 Sep 1784 and Mar 1785 for which a warrant of acceptance issued 27 my last [sic] and being on record... Patent Book No. 13, page 195... 100 pounds... 158 acres...
Witnesses: Thomas Irwin, William Forguson, Alexd'r Lawrance.
Recorded 14 Sep 1793.
<Desc. of 3 James & Agnes Snodgrass of Allegheny Co., PA>
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1790 census, Hopewell Twp., Washington Co., PA:
Robert Snodgrass = 1 male 16+, 4 males 0-15, 3 females.
1790 census, Hopewell Twp., Washington Co., PA:
Samuel Snodgrass = 1 male 16+, 3 males 0-15, 3 females.
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8 Jan 1791 -- Washington Co., PA, Deed Book 1-L, page 230: Robert Snodgrass & Sarah his wife to Benjamin Anderson, all of Washington Co., PA...on Brush Run, a branch of Buffalo Creek called the fox hall...also a certain parcel of land situated on the waters of Bufflows creek...called the Bufflows Pasture...
Witnesses: James Gillespie & Wm. Smiley.
Recorded 13 Jun 1795.
1793 -- Tax Lists:
Cumberland Twp., Washington Co., PA: Alexander Snodgrass
Cross Creek Twp., Washington Co., PA: Samuel Snodgrass, est.
1800 -- Tax Lists
Canton Twp., Washington Co., PA: William Snodgrass
Cross Creek Twp., Washington Co., PA: James Snodgrass
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1800 census, Canton Twp., Washington Co., PA, page 14:
William Snodgrass = 1 male 26-45, 1 female 0-10, 1 female 10-16, 1 female 26-45.
1 male b. 1755-1774 = William>
1 female b. 1755-1774 <too old to be Margaret>
1 female b. 1784-1794 <too young to be Margaret>
1 female b. 1790-1800 <Jane>
<1810 Canton Twp., Washington Co., PA>
<Desc. of 1 William & Margaret Snodgrass of Washington Co., PA>
1800 census, Cross Creek Twp., Washington Co., PA, page 37:
James Snodgrass = 1 male 26-45, 3 female 0-10, 1 female 26-45.
1 male b. 1755-1774 = James
1 female b. 1755-1774 = Margaret; see deeds below
1 female b. 1790-1800
1 female b. 1790-1800
1 female b. 1790-1800
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30 Aug 1803 -- Washington Co., PA, Deed Book 1-S, page 242: James Snodgrass & Margaret his wife of Cross Creek Twp., Washington Co., PA, to Alexander Smith of the same place... whereas the said James Snodgrass & Alexander Smith did purchase in full partnership with each other a part of a tract of land called Farm Hill from James Clark... $792... Cross Creek.
[signed] Jas. Snodgress, Peggy (her mark) Snodgress.
Witnesses: Sam'l Fleming & Jane Rannels.
Recorded 29 Nov 1803.
7 Aug 1805 -- Washington Co., PA, Will Book 2, page 51: Will of Sam'l Leeper/Lieper: Wife Margaret; children James (land purchased of James Clark, 1796); Alex'r (land on Yellow Creek purchased of Andrew Adams & John Gardner); William, Samuel (Land adjoining Alex'r Lesslie & land in 7th Range, 17th Twp., Sec. 30, entered at Steubenville, 1 Sep 1804); Elizabeth Leeper; Nancy Leiper. Grandsons Sam'l (son of son Alex'r) and Samuel Ward. Sons-in-law Alex'r Snodgrass (has a daughter Polly) & Robert Ward (land adjacent Alex'r Leslie & Sam'l Stevens. Executors: James Carswell, James Hindman, James Snodgrass.
Will dated 7 Aug 1805.
Witnesses: Robert McCready, John Gardner, & James Steen.
Will proved 22 Aug 1805.
28 Dec 1809 -- Washington Co., PA, Will Book 2, page 243: William Snodgras & Ralph Ralston witnessed the will of John Todd of Donegal Twp.
13 Apr 1810 -- Washington Co., PA, Deed Book 1-V, page 299: James Snodgrass & Margret his wife of Cross Creek Twp., Washington Co., PA, to Alexander Smith, Washington Co., PA... $378... Cross Creek... being part of a tract of land called Farm Hill by patent granted to James Clark bearing date 24 Sep 1786... patent book 6, page 486 and conveyed by the aforesaid James Clark to the above named James Snodgrass & Alex'd Smith bearing date 16 Sep 1796... Deed Book ___, page 6785 and 16 Feb 1797 and conveyed by the aforesaid Alex'd Smith to the aforesaid James Snodgrass... 30 Aug 1803... Book S, page 271...
[signed] James Snodgrass, Peggy (her mark) Snodgrass.
Witnesses: Thomas Smith, Elizabeth Smith.
Recorded 1 Jan 1811.
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1810 census, Canton Twp., Washington Co., PA, page 40 or 542:
William Snodgrass = 2 males 0-10, 1 male 26-45, 1 female 0-10, 1 female 10-16, 1 female 26-45.
1 male b. 1765-1884 <= William>
1 female b. 1765-1884 <= Margaret>
1 female b. 1794-1800 <= Jane>
1 male b. 1800-1810 <= James Patterson>
1 male b. 1800-1810 <= William>
1 female b. 1800-1810 <= Sarah (II)>
<1820 Canton Twp., Washington Co., PA>
<Desc. of 1 William & Margaret Snodgrass of Washington Co., PA>
1810 census, Donegal Twp., Washington Co., PA, page 106 or 722:
William Snodgrass = 1 male 10-16, 1 male 45+, 2 female 0-10, 1 female 26-45.
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7 Jan 1811 -- Washington, PA, Reporter: Thirty dollars reward. Stolen out of the stable of the subscriber, on the night of the 2nd instant, in Canton twp., 4 mi. from the borough of Washington, a bright bay mare. Whoever can apprehend and secure the thief, so that he may be prosecuted to conviction, and returns the mare to the owner, shall have $30 reward, or $12 for the mare, with reasonable charges. Wm. Snodgrass
14 Sep 1811 -- Washington Co., PA, Deed Book 2-R, page 11: William Snodgrass & Margrate his wife to Elizabeth Guy, all of Washington Co., PA... $63... part of a certain tract of land in Donegal Twp... the same being part of a tract of land called Fox Chase granted by this Commonwealth unto Isaac Morris by patent bearing date 26 Feb 1788 and conveyed by the said Morris to Richard Atherton... by the said Richard Atherton unto Barnett Johnston... by the said Barnett Johnston unto William Snodgrass by conveyance dated 28 Mar 1804...
Witness: Robert Mitchell.
Recorded 22 Feb 1834.
17 Jun 1814 -- Washington Co., PA, Will Book 2, page 556: William Snodgrass & William Bell witnessed the will of John Miller of Donegal Twp.
9 Sep 1816 -- The Reporter (Washington, PA):
SIXTY DOLLARS REWARD
Was stolen from the pasture of the subscriber 4 miles from Washington, Canton township on the night of the 6th inst.
A BAY MARE
6 years old; fifteen and an half hands high; and well proportioned; a natural trotter; shod before; has no white abut her or scar of any kind. Her tail is rather light--and her mane is rubbed off from her wither half way up until it is tolerable short; she has a very small foretop; her mane and tail black.
The above reward will be paid for the mare, and the thief secured or thirty dollars for the mare alone, with all reasonable expenses.
WM. SNODGRASS
1818 -- Naturalizations from Circuit County Court Proceedings, Washington Co., PA, 1795-1841 (Scott), page 87: William Snodgrass, Washington Co., PA, 1818 <need this>.
9 Jun 1818 -- Washington Co., PA, Deed Book 2-Q, page 282: Samuel Snodgrass (no wife) to David Scott, both of Washington Co., PA... $700... on the waters of Buffalo Creek... it being part of a tract of land granted to Robert McBride by the Commonwealth of PA, and conveyed by the said McBride to Thomas McCulloch and by said McCulloch to Joseph & Thomas Henderson and from the said Henderson to Andrew Hathorn and from the said Hathorn to Samuel Snodgrass...
Witnesses: James Allison & Andrew Wothomny?
Recorded 31 May 1833.
14 Jan 1820 -- Washington Co., PA, Deed Book 2-E, page 300: Samuel Snodgrass & Elizabeth his wife to Daniel McGugin, all of Washington Co., PA... $797.50...
Witnesses: J. Buchanan & Thos. White.
Recorded 25 May 1821.
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1820 census, Hopewell Twp., Washington Co., PA, page 610 or 140:
S. Snodgrass = 1 male 16-26, 1 female 0-10, 1 female 26-45.
1820 census, Donegal Twp., Washington Co., PA, page 624 or 147:
John Snodgrass = 2 0-10, 1 male 16-26, 1 female 16-26.
1820 census, Donegal Twp., Washington Co., PA, page 624 or 147:
William Snodgrass = 1 male 45+, 1 female 0-10, 1 female 45+.
1820 census, Canton Twp., Washington Co., PA, page 688 or 180:
Wm. Snodgrass = 2 male 0-10, 2 male 10-16, 1 male 45+, 3 female 0-10, 2 female 16-26, 1 female 26-45.
1 male b. bef. 1775 = William
1 female b. 1775-1794 = Margaret
1 female b. 1794-1804 = Jane
1 female b. 1794-1804
1 male b. 1804-1810 = James
1 male b. 1804-1810 = William
1 female b. 1810-1820 = Sarah (II); m. ca. 1829 Phillip Lewellan
1 female b. 1810-1820 = Elizabeth
1 female b. 1810-1820 = Margaret
1 male b. 1810-1820 = Samuel
1 male b. 1810-1820 = John
<1810, 1830 Washington Co., PA>
<Desc. of 1 William & Margaret Snodgrass of Washington Co., PA>
1820 census, Cecil Twp., Washington Co., PA, page 223 or 194:
Wm. Snodgrass = 1 male 0-10, 1 male 45+, 2 female 0-10, 1 female 26-45.
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18 Mar 1821 -- Washington Co., PA, Will Book 3, page 413: Will of William White of Canonsburg:
executor: John White
wife Ann
son John
daughter Ann Snodgrass, wife of Rev. James Snodgrass.
grandson: William, son of John White.
witnesses: George McCook & Abraham Lattimore.
proved: 24 Apr 1821
<There is a biographical sketch of William Snodgrass White, son of John & grandson of William, in the History of Washington Co., PA, Beers, 1893, pages 760-761; no mention of the Snodgrass connection in the sketch.>
<Desc. of 3 James & Agnes of Allegheny Co., PA>
24 May 1823 -- Washington Co., PA, Will Book 4, page 11: James Snodgrass & George McLees witnessed the will of Richard Fawcett of Peters Twp.
10 Jan 1825 -- Washington Co., PA, Deed Book 2-P, page 313: Wm. Snodgrass & Agnes Snodgrass his wife do this day assign away our claim, title, and interest of the estate of John Faucet, Jr., deceased, which was the late husband of said Agnes Snodgrass, situate in Cecil Twp., Washington Co., PA, to Thomas Handson one of the administrators of said estate to enable said Thomas Handson to discharge a certain debt which accrued on him at the apprizement of the personal property of said estate which said Agnes received over and above her dowry allowed by law, amounting to $130 more or less out of the personal estate untill said debt be discharged...
Witnesses: John Phillips, James Wilson.
Recorded 16 Aug 1832.
ca. 1827 -- Joseph Jackson Snodgrass born. Reference: Death record in Brooke Co., WV, 10 Aug 1889.
6 Apr 1829 -- Washington Co., PA, Deed Book 2-M, page 309: John White & Nancy his wife of Mt. Pleasant, Washington Co., PA, and James Snodgrass & Anna his wife of Starke Co., OH, by their attorney in fact, John White Jr., to Hector McFadden of the Borough of Cannonsburg... $184.50... Chartiers Creek near to the Borough of Canonsburg...
Witnesses: William Simpson & George Campbell.
Recorded 9 Jun 1829.
<Desc. of 3 James & Agnes of Allegheny Co., PA>
6 Apr 1829 -- Washington Co., PA, Deed Book 2-M, page 369: John White Jr. & Nancy his wife of Mt. Pleasant, Washington Co., PA, and James Snodgrass & Anna his wife of Starke Co., OH, by their Attorney in fact John White Jr. to Nancy Stewart of the Borough of Cannonsburg...$460... in the Borough of Cannonsburg... granted by John Canon and Jennet his wife to William White by deed dated 2 Jan 1796... Deed Book M, page 27... also one other piece or parcel of land adjoining the above beginning at the house late the property of the said William White dec'd...granted by James Allison and Jane his wife to William White by deed bearing date 10 Apr 1800... Book T?, page 550 & 551... of which property of William White and Anna his wife died possessed bearing issue two children to wit the before mentioned John White and Anna Snodgrass...
Witnesses: William Simpson & George Campbell.
Recorded 20 Jul 1829.
<Desc. of 3 James & Agnes of Allegheny Co., PA>
6 Apr 1829 -- Washington Co., PA, Deed Book 2-N, page 384: John White & Nancy his wife of Mt. Pleasant, Washington Co., PA, and James Snodgrass & Anna his wife of Starke Co., OH, by their attorney in fact John White Jr. to James McLelland of the Borough of Cannonsburg, lot of land situate adjacent to the said Borough of Canonsburg immediately adjoining Chartiers Creek...being the same lot of land which John Canon and Jennet his wife by deed bearing date 27 Jan 1798 conveyed to William White recorded...Book O, page 95 etc. of lot of land the said William White and wife Anna died seized and possessed leaving issue two children to wit the before named John White and Anna Snodgrass...
Witnesses: William Simpson & George Campbell.
Recorded 30 Jun 1830.
<Desc. of 3 James & Agnes of Allegheny Co., PA>
7 Apr 1829 -- Washington Co., PA, Deed Book 2-V, page 275: John White Jr. & Nancy his wife of Mt. Pleasant, Washington Co., PA, & James Snodgrass & Anna his wife of Starke Co., OH, by their attorney in fact, John White, to John McCoy... $300... Strabane Twp., adjoining the lands of the said John McCoy & others... of which piece of land the said William White and Anna his wife died seized and possessed bearing issue two children to wit, John White and Anna Snodgrass, two of the above named grantors...
Witnesses: Sarah Ann White & Math's R. Acheson.
Recorded 25 May 1838.
<Desc. of 3 James & Agnes of Allegheny Co., PA>
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1830 census, Donegal Twp., Washington Co., PA, page 295:
Wm. Snodgrass = 1 male 30-40, 1 female 10-15, 1 female 30-40.
1830 census, Donegal Twp., Washington Co., PA, page 295:
John Snodgrass = 1 male 0-5, 1 male 5-10, 1 male 10-15, 1 male 15-20, 1 male 30-40, 1 female 5-10, 1 female 10-15, 1 female 15-20, 1 male 40-50.
1830 census, Canton Twp., Washington Co., PA, page 203:
William Snodgrass = 1 male 5-10, 1 male 10-15, 2 males 20-30, 1 male 50-60, 1 female 5-10, 2 females 15-20, 1 female 20-30, 1 female 40-50.
1 male b. 1770-1780 = William; d. 1838>
1 female b. 1780-1790 = Margaret; 1840 may be with son-in-law Phillip Llewellen or son-in-law Hamilton Van Kirk
1 female b. 1800-1810 = Jane; 1840 with bro. Samuel
1 male b. 1800-1810 = James; 1840 with bro. Samuel
1 male b. 1800-1810 = William; 1840 prob. Crawford Co., OH
1 female b. 1810-1815 = Elizabeth; m. 1833 Hamilton Van Kirk
1 female b. 1810-1815 = Margaret; 1840 with bro. Samuel
1 male b. 1815-1820 = Samuel; 1840 Washington Co., PA
1 female b. 1820-1825 = Keziah Brotherton; 1840 with bro. Samuel
1 male b. 1820-1825 = Robert Campbell; 1840 with bro. Samuel
<1820, 1840 Washington Co., PA>
<Desc. of 1 William & Margaret Snodgrass of Washington Co., PA>
1830 census, Morris Twp, Washington Co., PA, page ???:
Samuel Snodgrass = 1 male 0-5, 1 male 40-50, 1 female 5-10, 1 female 10-15, 1 female 30-40.
1830 census, Peters Twp., Washington Co., PA, page 168:
William Snodgrass = 2 males 0-5, 1 male 5-10, 1 male 10-15, 1 male 50-60, 1 female 5-10, 1 female 10-15, 1 female 15-20, 1 female 40-50.
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29 Apr 1832 -- Thomas Snodgrass was born, s/o William & Margaret (Chambers) Snodgrass. Reference: 1912 biographical sketch, Crawford Co., OH.
13 May 1832 -- Sarah Snodgrass married Alexander McPherson.
2 Apr 1833 -- Elizabeth Snodgrass married Hamilton Vankirk; by Dr. David Elliott (license dated 26 Mar).
<Desc. of 1 William & Margaret Snodgrass of Washington Co., PA>
8 Oct 1833 -- Washington Co., PA, Will Book 5, page 163: Will of Archibald Glover of Donegal Twp.
wife: Hanna
sons: Joseph, Samuel, John
daughters: Mary Shields, Elizabeth, Nancy Snodgrass, Hanna Scott, Kesia McLane, Sera Scott.
executors: wife Hanna (renounced); sons Joseph & Samuel
witnesses: Barnet Gilleland, Butler Co.; Abraham Winter; Isaac Winter.
proved 17 Dec 1834.
4 Mar 1836 -- Washington Co., PA, Deed Book 2-T, page 26: William Snodgrass & Margaret his wife of Canton Twp., Washington Co., PA, to William Newburn of Morris Twp., Washington Co., PA... 82 acres & 62 perches...
Witness: John Wilson.
Recorded 20 Apr 1836.
1 Apr 1837 -- Washington Co., PA, Deed Book 2-U, page 230: William Snodgrass & Nancy his wife formerly Nancy Faucett who was the widow and relict of John Faucett Sr. Dec'd of Washington Co., PA... for divers good causes and considerations and especially for the sum of $1... to Samuel Logan Jr., of Washington Co., PA... quit claim all dower & right... which we the said William & Nancy... might have in all that messuage...situate in Cecil Twp., adjoining lands of John Bell, James Ralston, Benjamin Hickman & others... 164 acres & 67 perches... which is the same tract of land of which the said John Faucett Jr. died seized and which the heirs of the said John have this day sold and conveyed to the said Samuel Logan Jun'r...
Witnesses: John Gilfillen & Rob't Johnson.
Recorded 22 May 1837.
6 Jan 1838 -- Washington Co., PA, Will Book 5, page 386:
In the name of God Amen I William Snodgrass of Canton Township Washington County and Commonwealth of Pennsylvania being sick and weak in body but of sound mind memory and understanding (praised be God for it) and considering the certainty of death and the uncertainty of the time thereof and to the end that I may be better prepared to leave this world whenever it shall please God to call me hence do therefore make and declare this my last will and testament in manner following (that is to say) First and principally I commend my soul into the hands of Almighty God my creator hoping for free pardon and remission of all my sins and to enjoy everlasting happiness in the heavenly kingdom through Jesus Christ my saviour my body I commit to the earth to be interred by the side of my wife in the burying ground at Washington and as to such worldly estate wherewith it has pleased God to entrust me I dispose of the same as follows.
It is my desire that all my debts and funeral expenses be paid as soon after my decease as conveniently may be and I give and devise unto my son William Snodgrass the farm I purchased from Moses Braddock Containing ninety four acres and seventy five perches unto him and his heirs forever charged and chargable nevertheless with the sum of nine hundred dollars payable to my daughter hereinafter mentioned in the following manner viz four hundred dollars of the said sum to be paid on the first day of April A.D. 1838, and the remaining five hundred in yearly payments of one hundred dollars, the whole to be without interest.
I give and devise unto my son Samuel Snodgrass the equal third part of the farm upon which I now reside containing One hundred and eighty acres unto him and his heirs forever.
I give and devise unto my son Robert C. Snodgrass one equal third part of the said farm unto him and his heirs forever
I give and devise unto my son James Snodgrass the remaining third part of the said farm unto him and his heirs forever
but as it is my desire that my said sons James Robert and Samuel should occupy and enjoy the farm so devised unto them together, and that the same should not be parted or devided, or a part thereof be sold out of the family it is my will therefore that my son James shall not sell or convey away his share of the said farm unless he first obtain the consent and approbation of his brothers Samuel and Robert, and if my son James shall sell or convey away his share of the said farm without first obtaining the consent and approbation of my said sons Samuel and Robert then and in that event it is my will that the devise to James shall be of no effect. And I do hereby give and devise the one third part of the said farm before devised unto my said son James unto my said sons Samuel and Robert unto them and their heirs forever.
I give and bequeath unto my daughters Sarah Leuallen and Eliza Vankirk the sum of One hundred dollars each to be paid them by my three sons Samuel Robert and James One year after my decease
I give and bequeath unto my daughter Jane Snodgrass a horse saddle and bridle to be furnished by my three sons last mentioned
I give and bequeath unto my daughter Margaret Snodgrass a horse saddle and bridle to be furnished her by my three sons, last mentioned.
I give and bequeath unto Kisert Snodgrass my daughter a horse saddle and bridle to be furnished her by my said three sons
I give and bequeath unto my said daughters Jane Margaret and Kiser the sum of Three hundred dollars each to be paid them by my son William Snodgrass at the times and in the manner before mentioned.
I give and bequeath unto my said daughters Jane Margaret and Kiser all my household and kitchen furniture
I give and bequeath unto my three sons James Samuel and Robert all my farming utensils and all my stock cattle and horses and I do nominate and appoint Samuel Snodgrass my son Executor of this my last will and Testament.
In witness whereof I William Snodgrass the Testator have to this my will written on one sheet of paper set my hand and seal this sixth day of January in the year of our Lord One thousand eight hundred and thirty eight.
[signed] William Snodgrass
Signed sealed published and declared by the above named William Snodgrass as and for his last will and Testament in the presence of us who at his request and in his presence have subscribed our names as witnesses thereunto
[signed] John Jolly, Richard Jolly, Alex. W. Acheson
Washington County. Be it remembered that on the 19th day of January A. D. 1838. Before me Saml. Cunningham, Register for the probate of Wills and granting letters of Administration in and for said County came John Jolly, Richard Jolly and Alex W. Acheson Esq the subscribing witnesses to the above part, Will & Testament of William Snodgrass decd who being duly sworn according to law do depose and say that they were personally present and did see the Testater therein named execute this will that they heard him publish... and declare the same as and for his last will and Testament. That at the time of so doing he was of sound and disposing mind memory and understanding to the best of their knowledge observation and belief.
[signed] John Jolley, Richard Jolly, Alex W. Acheson
And sworn to and subscribed before me Saml. Cunningham, Register.
January 19th 1838. Letters Testamentary with Copy of the will and probated amended issued to Samuel Snodgrass within named who on same day was duly sworn.
[signed] Saml. Cunningham, Regr.
Registered & compared with Original Jany 19th 1838.
[signed] Saml. Cunningham, Regr.
<Desc. of 1 William & Margaret Snodgrass of Washington Co., PA>
26 Sep 1838 -- Washington Co., PA, Deed Book 2-V, page 451: William Snodgrass & Margaret his wife to Robert Wilson, all of Canton Twp., Washington Co., PA... $2300... it being the same tract conveyed by Moses Braddock and wife to William Snodgrass by deed dated 20 Apr 1835 and by the last will and testament of the said William Snodgrass dec'd bequeathed to the present grantor William Snodgrass his son...
Witnesses: John Wilson & Sam'l Cunningham.
Recorded 27 Sep 1838.
<Desc. of 1 William & Margaret Snodgrass of Washington Co., PA>
19 Dec 1839 -- Washington Co., PA, Will Book 6, page 37:
I William Snodgrass of Donegal township County of Washington and state of Pennsylvania do make and publish this my last will and testament hereby revoking and making void, all former wills by me at any time heretofore made. And first I direct, that my body be decently intered and that my funeral be conducted in a manner corresponding with my estate and situation in life. And as to such worldly estate as it hath pleased God to intrust me with, I dispose of as follows. First I will that all my debts and funeral expences be paid as soon as possible after my decease and of the first monies that shall come into the hands of my Executors from any portion of my estate real or personal.
Also I will and direct, that the farm of which I am possessed situated on the head waters of Buffaloe, Township of Donegal, County and State aforesaid, shall be possessed and held in life rent by my beloved wife Margaret Todd or Snodgrass, in the event of her surviving me all the days of her natural life as fully and freely as I myself do possess it, together with all my household furniture, horses, cattle and sheep with all other things lawfully belonging to me, at the time of my decease, which moveable property, she shall have right and power to dispose of as she sees proper.
Also I will and direct that my daughter Grizel Snodgrass shall have and hold, what to her belongs at the time of my decease, consisting of a side saddle two beds and bed cloths, the weaving loom and tuckling one cow and heifer and six sheep.
I also will and direct that as soon as possible after the decease of my said wife, the farm shall be disposed of at the discretion of my Executors to the best advantage and the whole sums arrising therefrom to be disposed of as follows.
My daughter Grizel Snodgrass shall receive as her share of the property the sum of six hundred dollars and the children of my deceased daughter Margaret, late wife of John Laird shall receive five hundred dollars divided among them.
And William and Samuel sons of my son John Snodgrass shall receive thirty dollars each.
And I will and direct that all the remaining monies arising from the Sale of my real estate shall be paid to my son John Snodgrass. Also I will and direct that all my body clothes shall after my decease be given and belong to said John my son, and also my family Bible after the decease of his said Mother.
And I do hereby make and ordain Margaret my said wife and Rees Malloy and William Holmes all of the Township County and State foresaid Executors of this my last Will and Testament. And lastly my express will and desire is and I do hereby ordain and appoint, that if any difference or dispute question or controversy, shall arise shall arise <sic> or happen concerning any gift, bequest, or other matter or thing in this my last will, given or bequeathed expressed or contained, that the same shall be refered wholy to the award order and determination of three arbiters chosen by my son John, my daughter Grizel and the Executors or curators of the children of my deceased daughter Margaret, and that the said Arbiters or a majority of them shall order direct and appoint what is to be done in and concerning said dispute, and their award shall be final, binding, and conclusive to and all and every person or persons therein concerned.
In Witness whereof I William Snodgrass the testator, have to this my last will written on one sheet of paper set my hand and seal this nineteenth day of December in the year of our Lord One thousand eight hundred and thirty nine
[signed] Wm. Snodgrass
Witnesses: George Ralston & Robert Mchaffey
Proved: 13 Aug 1841.
Letters of Testamentary granted to Margaret Snodgrass & William Holmes 13 Aug 1841.
<Desc. of William Snodgrass & Margaret Todd>
1840 -- William & Margaret (Chambers) Snodgrass and their three children moved by wagon from Washington Co., PA, to Crawford Co., OH. Reference: 1912 biographical sketch, Crawford Co., OH)
<Desc. of 1 William & Margaret Snodgrass of Washington Co., PA>
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1840 census, Donegal Twp., Washington Co., PA, page 202:
John Snodgrass = 1 male 5-10, 1 male 10-15, 1 male 15-20, 1 male 40-50, 1 female 0-5, 1 female 10-15, 2 females 15-20, 1 female 40-50.
1 male b. 1790-1800 = John>
1 female b. 1790-1800 = Agnes>
1 male b. 1820-1825 = Samuel; m. Matilda Lamborne; 1850 Wash. Co., PA>
1 female b. 1820-1825 = Margaret; m. ___ Ralston>
1 female b. 1820-1825 = Elizabeth; m. Geo. Holmes; 1850 Wash. Co., PA>
1 male b. 1825-1830 = Joseph Jackson; 1850 with sister Elizabeth>
1 female b. 1825-1830
1 male b. 1830-1835 = George Washington>
1 female b. 1835-1840 = Mary>
<1850 Washington Co., PA>
<Desc. of William Snodgrass & Margaret Todd>
1840 census, Donegal Twp., Washington Co., PA, page 202:
William Snodgrass = 1 male 80-90, 1 female 20-30, 1 female 60-70.
1 male b. 1750-1760 = William; d. 1841>
1 female b. 1770-1780 = Margaret Todd; 1850 with son John>
1 female b. 1810-1820
<Desc. of William Snodgrass & Margaret Todd>
1840 census, Canton Twp., Washington Co., PA, page 74:
Samuel Snodgrass = 1 male 15-20, 2 male 20-30, 1 female 15-20, 1 female 20-30, 1 female 30-40.
1 female b. 1800-1810 = Jane; d. 1845>
1 male b. 1810-1820 = James; 1850 with bro. Samuel>
1 male b. 1810-1820 = Samuel; 1850 Washington Co., PA>
1 female b. 1810-1820 = Margaret; m. ca. 1844, Robert Jackson>
1 female b. 1820-1825 = Keziah Brotherton; m. ca. 1843, Elisha Ely>
1 male b. 1820-1825 = Robert Campbell; 1850 Washington Co., PA>
<1830 Washington Co., PA>
<Desc. of 1 William & Margaret Snodgrass of Washington Co., PA>
1840 census, Washington Borough, Washington Co., PA, page 12:
F. J. Snodgrass = 1 male 10-15, 3 female 15-20.
1 female b. 1820-1825
1 female b. 1820-1825
1 female b. 1820-1825
1 male b. 1825-1830
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6 Apr 1848 -- Samuel Snodgrass married Matilda Lambourn. Reference: obituary of Matilda Lambourn Snodgrass, 1 Feb 1924.
<Desc. of William Snodgrass & Margaret Todd>
15 xxx 1850 -- Washington Co., PA, Will Book 7, page 122: I Robert Snodgrass being advanced in years and Considering Considering <sic> the uncertainty of this Mortal life do make this my last Will and Testament--
And 1st I give and bequeath to my Daughter Jane Fawcett four Hundred dollars
2d I Give and bequeath to my Grand son John Fawcett five hundred Dollars
3d I Give and bequeath to my Grand Daughter Hannah Jane Fawcett three hundred dollars and my Beurew <bureau>
4th I Give and bequeath to my Daughter in law Nancy Snodgrass two hundred Dollars
5th I Give and bequeath to my Grand daughter Eliza Snodgrass two hundred Dollars and my bed 1/2 dozen Silver tea spoons together with all my goods except the Clock and beuro before mentioned.
6th I Give and bequeath to my Grand daughter Martha Snodgrass two hundred Dollars
7th I Give and bequeath to my Grand son James Snodgrass two hundred dollars
8th I Give and bequeath to my Grand Son Robert Snodgrass five hundred dollars
9th I Give and bequeath to my Grand Son Robert Brown twenty Dollars
10th I Give and bequeath to my Grand Son John Brown twenty dollars
11th I Give and bequeath to my Grand Son James Brown twenty Dollars
12th I Give and bequeath to my Grand Son Alexander Brown twenty dollars
13th I Give and bequeath to my nephew Robert Snodgrass five Dollars all the aforesaid bequests to be paid at the expiration of one year from my Decease
14th I Give and bequeath to my Grand son William Brown twenty Dollars to be paid when he arrives at the age of twenty one
15th I Give and bequeath to my Grand daughter Eliza Jane Brown one hundred Dollars to be paid when She arrives at the age of Eighteen
Lastly It is my Will and desire that after the aforesaid bequests are paid and all Just Claimes against my Estate are satisfied the residue and remainder I Give and bequeath to John Fawcett and Jane Fawcett and Hannah Jane Fawcett here in before mentioned to be divided equally betwixt them Share and Share alike And I do hereby Constitute and appoint John Fawcett Executor of this my last Will for Witness where of I have here unto Set my hand and seal this 15th Day of <month left out> in the year of our lord one thousand eight hundred and fifty
[signed] Robert Snodgrass
Signed Sealed and published in the presence of us William Keffer & Benjamin Hickman.
Washington County Be it remembered that the 30th Day of November AD 1850 before me Odel Squires Register for the probate of Wills and Granting of letters of Administration in and for said County came William Keffer & Benjamin Hickman the subscribing witnesses to the foregoing Will of Robert Snodgrass Deceased who after being Sworn as the law Directs depose and say that they were present and saw the said testator Execute said will and heard him publish pronounce and declare the same to be as and for his last Will and testament and that they at his request and in his presence and in the presence of each other subscribed their names as witnesses there unto and at the time of his so doing he was of sound disposing mind memory and understanding to the best of their knowledge observation and belief
[signed] Wilham Keffer Benjamin Hickman
And sworn to and subscribed before me Odel Squier Register
November the 30th AD 1850 Letters testamentary with Copy of the Will affixed to John Fawcett the Executor Within named Who on same day was sworn at the law directs
[signed] Odel Squier Register
Registered and Compared with the original December the 6th A.D. 1850
[signed] Odel Squire Register
<Desc. of Robert Snodgrass of Washington Co., PA>
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1850 census, Donegal Twp., Washington Co., PA, #32/32:
John Snodgrass, 52-M-PA farmer, $400
Nancy Snodgrass, 54-F-PA <Agnes>
Washington Snodgrass, 18-M-PA farmer <1860 Washington Co., PA>
Mary Snodgrass, 13-F-PA
Margaret Snodgrass, 73-F-PA <Margaret Todd>
<1840, 1860 Washington Co., PA>
<Desc. of William Snodgrass & Margaret Todd>
1850 census, Donegal Twp., Washington Co., PA, #84/84:
George Y. Holmes, 30-M-Scotland farmer, $3,500
Elizabeth Holmes, 26-F-PA <Elizabeth Snodgrass>
William Holmes, 3-M-PA
John Holmes, 1-M-PA
Elizabeth Holmes, 71-F-SCT
Elizabeth Dickey, 34-F-SCT
Joseph J. Snodgrass, 23-M-PA farmer
<Desc. of William Snodgrass & Margaret Todd>
1850 census, Canton Twp., Washington Co., PA, #157/158:
Robert Snodgrass, 25-M-PA farmer, $2,400
Eliza Snodgrass, 34-F-PA <Eliza Agnes Sawyer>
James Sayer, 5-M-PA <nephew of Eliza; raised by Robert & Eliza>
<1860 Washington Co., PA>
<Desc. of 1 William & Margaret Snodgrass of Washington Co., PA>
1850 census, Canton Twp., Washington Co., PA, #160/161:
Samuel Snodgrass, 32-M-PA (no occ. given), $3500
Lisetta Snodgrass, 28-F-MS
James Snodgrass, 40-M-PA <brother; crippled>
William Snodgrass, 2-M-PA
Amelia Netler, 26-F-MS
<1860 Washington Co., PA>
<Desc. of 1 William & Margaret Snodgrass of Washington Co., PA>
1850 census, Cecil Twp., Washington Co., PA, #65/65:
Robert Snodgrass, 83-M-PA farmer, $1,500
<Desc. of Robert Snodgrass of Washington Co., PA>
1850 census, Buffalo Twp., Washington Co., PA, page 441, #95/96:
Samuel Snodgrass, 29-M-PA farmer
Matilda C. Snodgrass, 19-F-PA <Martha Matilda>
Joel L. Snodgrass, 1-M-PA
<1860 Washington Co., PA>
<Desc. of William Snodgrass & Margaret Todd>
1850 census, Hopewell Twp., Washington Co., PA, page 524, #189/191:
Susanna Craig, 62-F-PA $10,000
Susannah Craig, 30-F-PA
John Craig, 28-M-PA farmer
Rebecca Craig, 26-F-PA
Margaret Craig, 23-F-PA
Walter Craig, 20-M-PA farmer
Adalinie Irvin, 12-F-PA
Clarinda Irvin, 8-F-PA
William Snodgrass, 22-M-PA farmer
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1 Oct 1850 -- Washington Co., PA, Deed Book 3-I, page 490: Robert Snodgrass of Cecil Twp., Washington Co., PA, yeoman, to Ebenezer Hastings...all that plantation or farm containing 74 acres 3 rods and 19 perches more or less situate in South Fayette Twp., Allegheny Co., adjoining lands of Wm. Gladdon, & others and now in the tenure of Edward Welch...$22x6...
[signed] Robert (his mark) Snodgrass [no wife signed]
Witness: William Keffer.
Recorded 17 Feb 1851.
<Desc. of Robert Snodgrass of Washington Co., PA>
28 Dec 1850 -- Washington Co., PA, Deed Book 3-I, page 489: John Fawcett Executor of the last will & testament of Robert Snodgrass late of Washington Co., PA, dec'd...<he sold some land to Ebenezer Hastings, & this deed is finishing the sale>...South Fayette Twp..., Allegheny Co., PA...
Recorded 1851.
<Desc. of Robert Snodgrass of Washington Co., PA>
10 Apr 1852 -- Washington Co., PA, Deed Book 3-T, page 191: Robert C. Snodgrass & Eliza Agnes his wife, Phillip Lewellen & Sarah his wife, Hamilton Vankirk & Eliza his wife, Elisha Ely & Kesiah his wife, William Snodgrass & Rachel his wife, & Robert Jackson & Margaret his wife of the first part to Samuel Snodgrass... $350... all their right, title, interest property, claim... a certain tract of land lying... in Canton Twp., Washington Co., PA... 96 acres & 22 perches the same being the 1/2 of the home farm of the late William Snodgrass deceased, together with all our right, title, interest and claim in... the estate of James Snodgrass, under the will of the said William Snodgrass deceased...
Signatures acknowledged in Washington Co., PA: Robert C. Snodgrass & Eliza Agnes his wife, Philip Luellen & Sarah his wife, Hamilton Vankirk & Eliza his wife, Elisha Ely & Kesiah his wife, Robert Jackson & Margaret his wife...
Signature witnessed in City of Pittsburgh: Eliza A. Snodgrass.
Signatures witnessed in Crawford Co., OH: William Snodgrass & Rachel his wife <these signatures witnessed by Mary H.? Snodgrass & John Frams>.
Recorded 4 Jan 1858.
<Desc. of 1 William & Margaret Snodgrass of Washington Co., PA>
10 Apr 1852 -- Washington Co., PA, Deed Book 3-U, page 66: Robert C. Snodgrass & Eliza Agnes his wife, Philip Lewellan & Sarah his wife, Hamilton Vankirk & Eliza his wife, Elisha Ely & Kesiah his wife, & William Snodgrass & Rachel his wife, & Samuel Snodgrass & Lesette his wife to Robert Jackson... $2850.25... all their claim... to a certain tract of land... in Canton Twp., Washington Co., PA, adjoining lands with those of Joseph Clark, Richard Jolly, John Jolly, Joseph Clark, Samuel Snodgrass, & John McClain containing 96 acres & 122 perches... being the 1/2 of the home farm of the late William Snodgrass, dec'ed, together with all our right... to the estate of James Snodgrass under the will of his said father William Snodgrass, dec'd...
Signatures recorded in Washington Co., PA: Robert C. Snodgrass, Philip Lewellen & Sarah his wife, Hamilton Vankirk & Eliza his wife, Elisha Ely & Keziah his wife, & Samuel Snodgrass & Lesette his wife.
Signature acknowledged in City of Pittsburgh: Eliza A. Snodgrass.
Signatures acknowledged in Crawford Co., OH: William Snodgrass & Rachel his wife.
Recorded 4 Jun 1858.
<Desc. of 1 William & Margaret Snodgrass of Washington Co., PA>
12 Feb 1858 -- Washington Co., PA, Deed Book 3-T, page 337: Robert C. Snodgrass & Elizabeth Agnes his wife of Washington Co., PA, to Samuel Smith & Samuel Cook of the same...$3750...land situated in Franklin Twp., Washington Co., PA...
Recorded 18 Feb 1858.
8 Sep 1858 -- Washington Co., PA, Deed Book 3-U, page 307: John Snodgrass & Nancy his wife to Henry Chapman, all of Donegal Twp., Washington Twp., PA... $300... tract of land in Donegal Twp... part of a larger tract of land granted by the Commonwealth of PA to Isaac Morris by patent bearing date 26 Feb 1788 & conveyed by the said Morris to Richard Artherton... by the said Atherton to Barnett Johnson... by the said Johnson to Wm. Snodgrass by deed bearing date 28 Mar 1804 & bequeathed by the said Wm. Snodgrass by his last will & testament to the said John Snodgrass...
Witnesses: James Noble & Thomas McKeen.
Recorded 23 Sep 1858.
17 Nov 1858 -- Washington Co., PA, Deed Book 3-U, page 530: Samuel Snodgrass late of Washington Co., by Norton McGiffin Esq, High Sheriff of Washington Co., PA, to Stephen C. Brotherton <for debt>... Franklin Twp.
Recorded 16 Dec 1858.
4 Oct 1859 -- Washington Co., PA, Deed Book 3-Y, page 188: John Snodgrass & Nancy his wife to William Anderson Jr., all of Donegal Twp., Washington Co., PA... $128.25... Donegal Twp...
Witnesses: James Noble, T. C. Noble.
Recorded 26 Nov 1860.
1860 -- Washington Co., PA, Deed Book 3-Y, page 175: Robert C. Snodgrass & Eliza Agnes his wife to Samuel Cook, all of Washington Co., PA... $250... it being the same piece of ground purchased from Hugh A. Johnson & conveyed by him to William Vansickle... & by him to the said R. C. Snodgrass by deed dated 29 Aug 1859... recorded... in Book W, vol. 3, page 346... Franklin Twp.
Witnesses: Samuel Smith & James Sayer.
Recorded 20 Nov 1860.
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1860 census, Donegal Twp., Washington Co., PA, page 333, #248/235:
John Snodgrass, 62-M-PA farmer, $1,269/435
Agnes Snodgrass, 63-F-PA
<1850 Washington Co., PA>
<Desc. of William Snodgrass & Margaret Todd>
1860 census, Donegal Twp., Washington Co., PA, page 337, #282/267:
Joseph J. Snodgrass, 22-M-PA farmer, 0/$150 <Joseph Jackson>
Eliza A. Snodgrass, 22-F-PA <Eliza Frances Swallow>
James W. Snodgrass, 5-M-PA <William James>
Joseph J. Snodgrass, 3-M-PA <Joseph Jackson>
George W. Snodgrass, 1-M-PA
<Desc. of William Snodgrass & Margaret Todd>
1860 census, Donegal Twp., Washington Co., PA, page 352, #405/375:
Samuel Snodgrass, 39-M-PA farmer, 0/$75
Matilda Snodgrass, 28-F-PA <Matilda Lambourn>
Joel L. Snodgrass, 11-M-PA
Josephine A. Snodgrass, 9-F-PA
John W. Snodgrass, 7-M-PA <John Wesley>
Robert Snodgrass, 5-M-PA <Robert Graham>
Milton Snodgrass, 1-M-PA
Jane Lamborn, 66-F-PA
<1850, 1870 Washington Co., PA>
<Desc. of William Snodgrass & Margaret Todd>
1860 census, Donegal Twp., Washington Co., PA, page 353, #406/376:
Washington Snodgrass, 28-M-PA farmer, 0/$150
Elizabeth Snodgrass, 25-F-PA
<1850 Washington Co., PA>
<Desc. of William Snodgrass & Margaret Todd>
1860 census, Donegal Twp., Washington Co., PA, page 487, #761/752:
Samuel Snodgrass, 44-M-PA farmer, 0/$300
Lazett Snodgrass, 35-F-LA <Lizetta>
William Snodgrass, 11-M-PA
Lane Snodgrass, 9-M-PA <Harry Lane>
Frank Snodgrass, 5-M-PA
Stephen Brotherton, 34-M-PA farmer, $5,000/1200
James Snodgrass, 51-M-PA crippled
<1850, 1870 Washington Co., PA>
<Desc. of 1 William & Margaret Snodgrass of Washington Co., PA>
1860 census, Donegal Twp., Washington Co., PA, page 489, #771/762:
Robert Snodgrass, 37-M-PA farmer, $3,000/300 <Robert Campbell>
Eliza Snodgrass, 40-F-PA <Eliza Agnes Sawyer>
Samuel Cook, 35-M-PA miller, 0/$2,000
James Sawyer, 14-M-PA <nephew of Eliza; raised by Robert & Eliza>
Charles Sawyer, 12-M-PA <nephew of Eliza; raised by Robert & Eliza>
<1850 Washington Co., PA>
<Desc. of 1 William & Margaret Snodgrass of Washington Co., PA>
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1 Apr 1863 -- Washington Co., PA, Deed Book 4-C, page 548: Robert C. Snodgrass & Eliza Agnes his wife to Samuel Cook, all of Washington Co., VA... $2100... Franklin Twp...<purchased by R. C. Snodgrass from Peter Clark>...
Recorded 17 Mar 1864.
1 Feb 1865 -- Washington Co., PA, Deed Book 4-E, page 386: Gyau Moore administrator of the estate of John Snodgrass late of Washington Co., PA, dec'd & Nancy Snodgrass widow of the said deceased, to George Y. Holmes... Whereas the said John Snodgrass being seized in fee of and in the real estate hereinafter described entered into a written contract for the sale thereof to the said George Y. Holmes but died intestate without making any sufficient provision for the performance of said contract... $1728... 64 acres... Donegal Twp.
Recorded 2 Feb 1865.
<Desc. of William Snodgrass & Margaret Todd>
9 Mar 1870 -- Washington Co., PA: Mellisa A. Snodgrass married George Sterling, both of Belmont Co., OH.
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1870 census, Buffalo Twp., Washington Co., PA, page 366, #197/195:
Samuel Snodgrass, 31-M-OH farmer, $355
Esther H. Snodgrass, 34-F-PA keeping house <Esther Hannah Graham>
William A. Snodgrass, 4-M-PA <William Albert>
Margaret Snodgrass, 4-F-PA <Margaret Elizabeth>
Mary H. Snodgrass, 2-F-PA <Mary Hanna>
Robert Snodgrass, 14-M-OH working on farm <half-brother; 1880 Morrow Co., OH>
Elizabeth Chambers, 51-F-PA <prob. an aunt, sister of Samuel's mother Margaret Chambers>
<1860 Mahoning Co., OH; 1880 Washington Co., PA>
<5 William>
1870 census, Chartiess Twp., Washington Co., PA, page 468, #306:
(Jane Ballentine family)
Lizzie Snodgrass, 20-F-PA [occupation is blank]
1870 census, Donegal Twp., Washington Co., PA, page 500, #128/128:
Samuel Snodgrass, 49-M-PA carpenter, $500/200
Matilda Snodgrass, 38-F-PA kkeeping house <Matilda Lamborne>
Joel Snodgrass, 21-M-PA teacher <1900 Stevens Co., KS>
J. Westley Snodgrass, 19-M-PA <John Wesley>
Robert Snodgrass, 15-M-PA <Robert Graham>
Milton Snodgrass, 11-M-PA
Jenny Snodgrass, 6-F-PA
Samuel Snodgrass, 3-M-PA
Jane Lamborn, 10-F-PA
<1860, 1880 Washington Co., PA>
<Desc. of 1 William & Margaret Snodgrass of Washington Co., PA>
1870 census, Donegal Twp., Washington Co., PA, page 500, #134/134:
John Marshman, 57-M-PA carpenter, $500/300
Julia Ann Marshman, 60-F-MD keeping house
Jane Marshman, 34-F-PA
Mary Marshman, 27-F-PA
Thomas Marshman, 24-M-PA carpenter
Martha A. Marshman, 20-F-PA
Thomas Snodgrass, 3-M-PA $500 <grandson>
<1880 Washington Co., PA>
1870 census, Donegal Twp., Washington Co., PA, page 500, #136/136:
Nancy Snodgrass, 74-F-PA keeping house, $2,500/500 <Agnes Glover, wid/o John; d. 1875>
Washington Snodgrass, 38-M-PA married, farmer <1860, 1880 Washington Co., PA>
Mary E. Snodgrass, 27-F-PA married, keeping house <Mary Elizabeth Dugan>
John A. Snodgrass, 10-M-PA
David N. Snodgrass, 8-M-PA
George W. Snodgrass, 6-M-PA
<Desc. of 1 William & Margaret Snodgrass of Washington Co., PA>
1870 census, Franklin Twp., Washington Co., PA, page 100, #98:
Samuel Snodgrass, 55-M-PA farmer
Lizett Snodgrass, 40-F-PA keeping house <2nd wife>
William Snodgrass, 21-M-PA
Lane Snodgrass, 18-M-PA <Henry Lane>
Frank Snodgrass, 15-M-PA
Stephen Brotherton, 40-M-PA farmer, $7,800/2,000
<1860 Washington Co., PA>
<5 William>
1870 census, Nottingham Twp., Washington Co., PA, page 274, #79:
James Lusk, 52-M-PA farmer, $5,800/850
Hannah Lusk, 48-F-PA keeping house
William Lusk, 22-M-PA farm laborer
King Lusk, 18-M-PA farm laborer
Wilson Lusk, 14-M-PA farm laborer
James Lusk, 8-M-PA
Nancy Snodgrass, 77-F-PA
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26 Aug 1877 -- Washington Co., PA: William J. Snodgrass, of Benwood, Marshall Co., WV, married Anna C. Bradford, of Bellaire, Belmont Co., OH.
<Desc. of William Snodgrass & Margaret Todd>
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1880 census, Buffalo, Washington Co., PA, 87-234-6-37:
S. Snodgrass, 40-M-OH/PA/PA farmer <Samuel McCullough>
Esther H. Snodgrass, 43-F-PA/PA/PA wife keeping house <Esther Hannah Graham>
Margaret Snodgrass, 13-F-PA/PA/PA daughter, at home <Margaret Elizabeth; m. 1894 Andrew Kerr>
William Snodgrass, 13-M-PA/PA/PA son, at home <William Albert; d. Mar 1900>
May A. Snodgrass, 12-F-PA/PA/PA daughter, at home <Mary Hannah>
Ella N. Snodgrass, 7-F-PA/PA/PA daughter, at home <Ellen Nora>
Samuel G. Snodgrass, 5-M-PA/PA/PA son, at home <Samuel Graham>
John G. Snodgrass, 1-M-PA/PA/PA son, at home <John Graham>
<1870, 1900 Washington Co., PA; Bible record, Washington Co., PA>
<Desc. of 1 William & Margaret Snodgrass of Washington Co., PA>
1880 census, Cross Creek, Washington Co., PA, 87-240-18-4, page 138, #153/153:
W. Snodgrass, 48-M-PA/PA/PA farmer <George Washington>
Mary E. Snodgrass, 37-F-NY/IRE/IRE wife, keeping house <Mary Elizabeth Dougan; d. bef 1900>
John A. Snodgrass, 19-M-PA/PA/NY son, student <m. Alice; 1900 Washington Co., PA>
David M. Snodgrass, 18-M-PA/PA/NY son, farm laborer <1900 Mecosta Co., MI>
George W. Snodgrass, 16-M-PA/PA/NY son, school <m. Mary; 1900 Washington Co., PA>
Thomas C. Snodgrass, 13-M-PA/PA/NY son, laborer
Florence P. Snodgrass, 9-F-PA/PA/NY daughter
R. Todd Snodgrass, 7-M-PA/PA/NY son <Robert Todd; m. Maggie; 1900 Washington Co., PA>
W. Alonzo Snodgrass, 5-M-PA/PA/NY son <William Alonzo; 1900 with brother Robert Todd>
<1870, 1900 Washington Co., PA>
<Desc. of William Snodgrass & Margaret Todd>
1880 census, Donegal Twp., Washington Co., PA, page 162, #71/78:
R. Snodgrass, 25-M-PA/PA/PA farmer <Robert Graham>
Adda Snodgrass, 24-F-PA/PA/PA wife <Adeline Whiteman Clemens>
<1870 Washington Co., PA (with parents); 1900 Washington Co., PA>
<Desc. of 1 William & Margaret Snodgrass of Washington Co., PA>
1880 census, Donegal Twp., Washington Co., PA, page 168, #185/194:
John H. Marshman, 67-M-PA/PA/PA carpenter
Julia A. Marshman, 68-F-WV/VA/VA wife, keeping house
Mary Marshman, 36-F-PA/PA/PA daughter, at home
Martha A. Marshman, 29-F-PA/PA/PA daughter, at home <1900 with nephew Thomas Snodgrass>
Thomas Snodgrass, 14-M-PA/PA/PA grandson <1900 Washington Co., PA>
<1870 Washington Co., PA>
1880 census, Donegal Twp., Washington Co., PA, page 169, #203/212:
Sam'l Snodgrass, 58-M-PA/PA/PA carpenter
Matilda Snodgrass, 48-F-PA/PA/PA wife, keeping house<Matilda Lamborne>
Milton Snodgrass, 21-M-PA/PA/PA son, teacher
Jennie Snodgrass, 16-F-PA/PA/PA daughter, at home
Samuel Snodgrass, 12-M-PA/PA/PA son, at school
<1870, 1900 Washington Co., PA>
<Desc. of 1 William & Margaret Snodgrass of Washington Co., PA>
1880 census, Donegal Twp., Washington Co., PA, 87-243-24-16, page 169, #204/215:
W. J. Snodgrass, 24-M-PA/PA/OH farm laborer <William James>
Laura Snodgrass, 25-F-PA/PA/PA wife, keeping house <Laura/Lorinda Tigner>
Charles Snodgrass, 11m-M-PA/PA/PA son, b. July
<1900 Washington Co., PA>
<Desc. of William Snodgrass & Margaret Todd>
1880 census, Donegal Twp., Washington Co., PA, page 170, #224/233:
J. L. Snodgrass, 31-M-PA/PA/PA farmer <Joel L.>
Anna E. Snodgrass, 29-F-PA/PA/PA wife, keeping house
<1870 Washington Co., PA; 1900 Stevens Co., KS>
<Desc. of 1 William & Margaret Snodgrass of Washington Co., PA>
1880 census, Franklin Twp., Washington Co., PA, page ??:
Robert Snodgrass, 56-M-PA/PA/PA farmer
Elisa Snodgrass, 65-M-PA/PA/PA wife, at home, paralysis
Nellie Sanders, 30-F-PA/PA/PA [relationship: keeping house], teacher
<1860 Washington Co., PA>
1880 census, Hopewell Twp., Washington Co., PA:
Zane Snodgrass, 29-M-PA/PA/PA physician
1880 census, Independence, Washington Co., PA, 87-252-11-37, page 293, #93/93:
Jackson Snodgrass, 52-M-PA/PA/PA laborer, "weakness" [sick or temporarily disabled blank] <Joseph Jackson; wid/o Eliza; d. 1889; bur. Brooke Co., WV>
Mary E. Snodgrass, 19-F-PA/PA/PA daughter, keeping house
Joseph Snodgrass, 23-M-PA/PA/PA son, laborer <1900 Washington Co., PA>
George Snodgrass, 21-M-PA/PA/PA son, laborer <m. Eudora; 1900 Washington Co., PA>
Robert Snodgrass, 14-M-PA/PA/PA son, at home
Nannie Snodgrass, 17-F-PA/PA/PA daughter, at home
Virginia Snodgrass, 9-F-PA/PA/PA daughter
<1870 Brooke Co., WV>
<Desc. of William Snodgrass & Margaret Todd>
1880 census, Washington, Washington Co., PA, Ward 1, page 566, #108/118:
William Snodgrass, 30-M-PA/PA/PA huckster [= peddler]
Ella Snodgrass, 29-F-PA/PA/PA wife, keeping house
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[same dwelling, emumerated as a separate family]
Lisett Snodgrass, 56-F-PA/Germany/GER widowed, keeping house <wid/o Samuel>
Frank Snodgrass, 24-M-PA/PA/PA son, clerk in drug store
<1870, 1900 Washington Co., PA>
<Desc. of 5 William...>
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30 Sep 1881 -- Washington Co., PA, Deed Book 5-T, page 591: Robert C. Snodgrass of Franklin Twp., Washington Co., PA, to James Sayer, of the Borough of Washington, Washington Co., PA... $875... the undivided 1/3 of the Snodgrass Mill Property... this property situate in Franklin Twp. as aforesaid is the same interest conveyed to Robert C. Snodgrass by Samuel Smith et ux and Samuel Cook by their deed dated 3 May 1875 and recorded in Deed Book 5-C, page 275...
Witnesses: Jas. F. Gabby & Henry Gantz.
Recorded 30 Mar 1882.
1882 -- History of Washington Co., PA (Cumrine--1882):
page 408:
M. Snodgrass, Custard, PA, was a student at the seminary at Canonsburg, PA, between 1821-1835. "The Associate Presbyterian Theological Seminary at Canonsburg."
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(places of res. or principal fields of labor)
J. M. Snodgrass, Spring Branch, IA. (1850)
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page 455:
J. A. Snodgrass of the Baptist Church was one who tried to revive the Pleasant Hill Seminary near West Middletown. (date not given, but after 1867)
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J. A. Snodgrass supplied the pulpit of the First Baptist Church from 29 Oct 1871 until 1875.
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page 684:
Rev. John S. Snodgrass was one of the pastors of the Buffalo Baptist Church in Buffalo Town. (dates not given)
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page 685:
Thomas Irwin emigrated to America in 1788 & settled in Buffalo Twp., Washington Co., PA, on a farm purchased from James Snodgrass.
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page 779:
J. A. Snodgrass was pastor of the Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, East Finley Twp., from 1 Jul 1873 to 12 Dec 1874.
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page 822:
Henry L. Snodgrass is only physician in Buffalo Village, Hopewell Twp., in 1881.
20 Feb 1883 -- Washington Co., PA, Deed Book 5-X, page 472: Joel L. Snodgrass & Nannie E. Snodgrass of Donegal Twp., Washington Co., PA, to Matilda Snodgrass of the same place...$175...the same being deeded to Joel L. Snodgrass by George Y. Holmes & Elizabeth his wife deed dated 8 Apr 1871 & recorded in Deed Book 4-T, page 536... Donegal Twp.
Witnesses: James McKee & Charles DeFrame.
Recorded 21 May 1883.
29 Nov 1884 -- Washington Co., PA: Elder C. Snodgrass of Wheeling, Ohio Co., WV, married Mary C. Lash, of Benwood, Marshall Co., WV.
28 Mar 1885 -- Washington Co., PA, Deed Book 6-D, page 525: Frank Snodgrass of the Borough of Washington, Washington Co., PA, to John W. Vankirk, of Canton Twp., Washington Co., PA...$1900...and the present grantor holds the said lot of ground under and by virtue of the provisions of the last will and testament of the said Stephen C. Brotherton entered of record...in Will Book 11, page 311...
Witness: Geo. O. Jones.
Recorded 30 Mar 1885.
2 Apr 1885 -- Washington Co., PA, Deed Book 6-D, page 566: Frank Snodgrass to John W. Vankirk, both of the Borough of Washington, Washington Co., PA...$900... the title of which was passed to Frank Snodgrass the present grantor by the last will & testament of S. C. Brotherton...
Witnesses: Geo. O. Jones & James P. Sayer.
Recorded 2 Apr 1885.
[Deeds after Book 133 have not been microfilmed.]
(13 Feb 1886)- Washington Co., PA, Deed Book 134, page 416: Samuel Mc. Snodgrass to T. J. Vandergrift, Buffalo Lease.
Recorded 13 Feb 1886.
(1 Apr 1887) - Washington Co., PA, Deed Book 139, page 269: Wm. Snodgrass et ux to Robert Jackson, Washington Twp.
Recorded 1 Apr 1887.
(16 Jan 1889)- Washington Co., PA, Deed Book 148, page 614: Robert Snodgrass to James H. Dickey, Donegal Lease.
Recorded 16 Jan 1889.
(9 Mar 1889) - Washington Co., PA, Deed Book 149, page 373: Samuel M. Snodgrass et ux to Washington Oil Co., Buffalo Lease.
Recorded 9 Mar 1889.
(28 Jan 1890)- Washington Co., PA, Deed Book 155, page 383: Robert C. Snodgrass to Ellena Cox et al, Franklin Twp.
Recorded 28 Jan 1890.
(10 May 1890)- Washington Co., PA, Deed Book 156, page 485: John A. Snodgrass, Alice M. Snodgrass et al to O. M. Henderson, Claysville Reeds.
Recorded 10 May 1890.
(23 May 1890)- Washington Co., PA, Deed Book 156, page 561: Samuel Snodgrass, Esther H. Snodgrass et al to Nathaniel Neely, Buffalo Twp.
Recorded 23 May 1890.
(2 May 1891) - Washington Co., PA, Deed Book 162, page 385: Samuel Snodgrass, Esther H. Snodgrass et al to Taylorstn. Nat. Gas Co., Buffalo Twp., right of way.
Recorded 2 May 1891.
23 Dec 1891 -- (newspaper clipping, Washington Co., PA) Stull--Snodgrass
On 23 Dec at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Snodgrass, Donley, was the scene of a happy occasion. Their daughter, Miss Jennie M., was united in marriage to Mr. Charles Stull of Osceola, NE. Only a few intimate friends of the bride were present to witness the marriage. The ceremony was performed at 11 o'clock by Rev. G. S. Warnock, pastor of the Christian church at Dutch Fork, assisted by A. L. Chapman of Bethany College, WV.
The happy couple made an attractive appearance. The bride was dressed in white satin with white gloves and slippers.
Immediately after dinner was served they started for Claysville to take the train for Washington, DC, where they will spend the holidays. Before going to their western home, they will return to Donley and remain a while with the Bride's parents. On their way to Nebraska they will stop off in Illinois and at Duluth, MN. They have the best wishes of their many friends.
The married couple received some valuable presents. The following is a list with the names of the donors:
A silver berry spoon and a set of silver tea-spoons, the mother of the groom; sofa pillow, Miss Blanche Kirk; dozen napkins, J. C. Ralston; bed spread, Mrs. A. C. Chapman; linen table cloth, Mr. and Mrs. M. G. Ralston; set of silver tea-spoons, Miss Nannie Bartleson; bed spread, Mr. and Mrs. Jno. Holmes; bouquet holder, Miss Lizzie Lamborn; pair towels, bed spread and table cloth, the mother of the bride; set of silver spoons, T. C. Snodgrass; pair of towels and pair of table clothes, Mrs. Frank Rodgers; pair of blankets, Mrs. Robt. Snodgrass; toilet set and hand painted pin cushion, Mrs. Kirk and son; pair towels, Mrs. R. Ralston; Longfellow's poems, A. L. Chapman.
<Desc. of William Snodgrass & Margaret Todd>
(29 Mar 1893)- Washington Co., PA, Deed Book 179, page 349: William Snodgrass to William Oller, Release.
Recorded 29 Mar 1893.
13 May 1893 -- (newspaper clipping, Washington Co., PA) Pleasant Re-union at the Holmes Homestead Saturday.
Saturday 13 May will be a memorable day to George Y. Holmes Sr., of Donegal twp. and his children, for on that day the children all assembled, according to previous arrangements, again at the old homestead and celebrated their fathers 73d birthday. Mr. Holmes was born 18 May 1820 in Scotland, and emigrated to America in 1830 or at 10 years of age. In 1832 with his parents he moved to the farm on which he still resides, being in continuous residence for 61 years.
Mr. Holmes is one of Donegals oldest citizens, and has been favored with Justice of the Peace and other twp. offices a number of times, he being a strong Republican in politics. He is a deacon in the First Baptist church of this place, and was for many years a local preacher, and only a few Sabbaths ago filled the pulpit during the absence of his pastor, for several years after the organization of the church here he was superintendent of the Sabbath school, and it was very seldom he missed. Mrs. Holmes [Elizabeth Snodgrass] died several years ago.
All his children were present and once again gladdened the old father's heart, and with them several of his grandchildren whose gay laughter and merry prattle lent an additional charm to the occasion. The following are the names of the children: William of Chartiers; John, of Donegal twp.; Geo. Y. Jr., of Claysville; Robt. R. of McDonald; Mrs. S. _. Kelley of Buffalo twp., Mrs. C. W. Miller of Coon Island, Mrs. W. W. Reaney of Donegal, and Miss Maggie at home.
<Desc. of William Snodgrass & Margaret Todd>
(20 Nov 1893)- Washington Co., PA, Deed Book 184, page 313: J. W. Snodgrass et al to Forest Oil Company, Mt. Pleas. Asgmt Lease.
Recorded 20 Nov 1893.
(14 Feb 1894)- Washington Co., PA, Deed Book 185, page 580: H. Lane Snodgrass & wife to Robert Hamilton, Buffalo Village.
Recorded 14 Feb 1894.
(27 Feb 1895)- Washington Co., PA, Deed Book 193, page 549: S. M. Snodgrass to Leader Refining Co., Buffalo R. of Way.
Recorded 27 Feb 1895.
(10 Apr 1895)- Washington Co., PA, Deed Book 194, page 398: J. A. Snodgrass, Alice E. Snodgrass et al to Charles F. Thompson et al, Charleroi Twp.
Recorded 10 Apr 1895.
(2 Nov 1895) - Washington Co., PA, Deed Book 199, page 586: Samuel W. Snodgrass et ux to John R. McNary, S. Strab. Pgh. Pike.
Recorded 2 Nov 1895.
1896 -- History of Washington Co.:
pages 369-371:
George Young Holmes, Sr., the oldest living representative of the family, was born at Saltcoats, Scotland, 13 May 1820. His grandfather, William Holmes, in his youth became a sailor, and so faithful was he in the discharge of his duties on shipboard, that he was rapidly promoted, rising from apprentice to the position of captain on a large vessel plying between Norway and Scotland. While superintending the lading of his vessel in a Norway port, he was accidentally killed, and his body was buried in that country about 1781 or 1782. His clothing and other effects were sent home to his grief-stricken family, in an old sea-chest which half a century later was brought to America, and is still (1893) in existence. Some years prior to his death, Capt. Holmes married Elizabeth Brown, and resided at Saltcoats, a seaport then of considerable importance, producing large quantities of salt. Ship-building was also in a very flourishing condition then and for many years afterward. The family consisted of four children: Robert, William, Martha, and Elizabeth. Mrs. Holmes, a woman of rare ability, possessing to a remarkable degree the energy characteristics of the Scotch people, began immediately the training and education of her little family, and she lived to see all of them respected members of society, reflecting honor upon her loving care.
The maternal grandfather, William Brown, then a master weaver, took Robert and William as apprentices at hand-loom weaving, a trade of great importance prior to the invention of the power-loom. They continued at this trade for some time, but Robert's taste inclined toward the study of medicine. With William's assistance, he was graduated from the University of Glasgow, attended the medical lectures at Dublin, and began the practice of medicine at Saltcoats, but within a year he died of typhus fever contracted from one of his patients. For some years William continued at his trade, and in his spare moments, by diligently applying himself to study, he became an excellent English scholar and a fine penman. For some time he held the position of clerk in the Irvin Bank, and after his marriage engaged in the grocery business. He was then appointed postmaster and agent for the sale of Government stamped paper, which positions he retained until he emigrated to America. Although holding office under the Crown for many years with loyalty above reproach, he was an ardent Republican, and believed firmly in government by the people. In 1803 he married Elizabeth, fourth daughter of John McNilledge, of Glasgow. They had ten children, three of whom died in infancy. Margaret, the eldest, married and remained in Scotland, dying in 1836. The other children, namely: Robert, Elizabeth, Mary, Martha, George Young, and Agnes Jane, with their parents, emigrated to America in 1830.
The deplorable condition of trade which had existed in Great Britain from the fall of Napoleon in 1815, until this time, induced him to sever the ties which bound him to his native land and seek a home and a grave in the Western World. On 22 Apr 1830, he, with his family, set sail on the "Rodger Stewart," an American-built vessel which had been captured by the British in the war of 1812. During the long voyage of six weeks and four days, he kept a journal accurately recording the incidents of each day, the condition of the weather, etc., and from this journal, still in existence, we take the following:
"Friday, 7 May 1830--It blew hard all last night and the ship rolled very much. George Young (George Y. Holmes, Sr.) was sent for a little water. Standing beside Robert, the ship gave a heavy roll. He ran to the lee side and struck violently against the bulwarks, then fell and gave a cry. Robert ran to his assistance and found that his thigh bone, right leg, was fractured. After a good deal of trouble and delay, we got it set and him put to bed in a small berth in the poop of the ship. He was rather uneasy, restless and pained, but behaved very well."
Early in the morning of 13 May the passengers were aroused from their sleep by the cry of "Fire!" Mr. Holmes, in his journal, says: "When the word was given, 'The ship is on fire,' one general cry of agony and despair arose from the women and children such as I never heard before and I hope shall never hear again." The fire had its origin in the cabin, and had gained considerable headway before being discovered, but by the combined efforts of crew and passengers the flames were finally extinguished. The journal continues: "And now that the danger is over, ought we not to praise God for His goodness and His works of wonder." The remainder of the voyage was uneventful, and at length the "Rodger Stewart" entered the harbor of New York. On the day he landed, Mr. Holmes wrote: "god's mercies are indeed new unto us every morning, and great reason have we to bless His name who has so far guided us on our way."
After securing comfortable rooms for his family in New York, he presented letters of introduction to Mr. Buchanan, British consul. This gentleman received him cordially, and gave him a letter to the governor of Upper Canada. Accompanied by his son Robert, he set out on his memorable prospecting tour from New York to Albany, thence to Buffalo, thence to Toronto. Here he met the Governor and also a large land-holder, a Scotchman, named Stevens, who made him a tender of 200 acres of unbroken timber land, but not being entirely satisfied with Canada, they retraced their steps, re-entering the United States at Niagara Falls. Thence they journeyed southward until they reached Claysville, Washington Co., PA, and being well pleased with this section they decided to locate upon the farm now owned by Mr. D. M. Campsey, one mile northwest of Claysville. Mr. Holmes then returned to New York and brought his family by water to Baltimore, MD, thence by road-wagon to the home which he had provided for them, and where he expected to spend the remaining years of his life. Two years later he purchased for $1,000 the farm of 120 acres, now owned by George Y. Holmes Sr. here he resided until his death in 1847. In his younger days he united with the Baptist church in his native land, and for more than 20 years was pastor of the church in Saltcoats. After coming to America he continued to preach to his friends and neighbors, who would gather in the farm house on Sabbath days. He had been well acquainted with Sir Walter Scott, and through the reading of his works and his conversation with the novelist himself, he became imbued with the spirit of the antiquarian; he gained possession of many rare coins, of an old family Bible published in 1576, and of a clock which is still keeping good time at the age of 150 years. His wife died in 1869 at the advanced age of 91 years.
At the death of his father, George Y. Holmes Sr. purchased the homestead upon which he has lived continuously for 61 years. Of the Holmes family who emigrated to America in 1830, he and his youngest sister, Mrs. Agnes J. Laird, are the only living representatives. In 1846 he married Elizabeth, second daughter of John Snodgrass, and they had four sons and four daughters, all of whom are still living. Mr. Holmes is the only survivor of the fifteen Abolitionists of Donegal twp., who voted the Free-Soil ticket until the formation of the Republican party. His life has been quiet and uneventful. Following in the footsteps of his father, he has been a consistent member of the Baptist church for many years. Although not an ordained minister, he preached for the churches of this denomination located at North Wheeling, Buffalo, and Washington, PA, and occasionally he occupies the pulpit of his pastor, Rev. S. L. Parcell, of the First Baptist Church of Claysville, PA. Since the death of his wife, which event occurred 20 Jun 1884, Mr. Holmes has continued to reside upon his farm, which he still superintends, although 73 years of age and past active labor. Having inherited a love for good literature, he is an indefatigable reader of history, poetry, and the better class of fiction. Thus he is spending the declining days of his life in peaceful enjoyment of comfortable circumstances, the result of many years of care and labor.
<Desc. of William Snodgrass & Margaret Todd>
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James H. Lusk was born in 1862 in Allegheny Co., PA. His father, James M. Lusk, was born in 1817 in Allegheny county, PA, and received his education in the home schools. In 1844 he was married to Miss Hannah Snodgrass, a native of this county, and their children were Eliza A. (wife of E. H. Sumney), William B. (who entered the army when yet a boy, serving to the close), Martha J. (Mrs. A. J. Adams), Hugh K., Wilson A., Nancy B. (deceased), George (deceased), James H. (subject), and Frank (deceased). Mr. Lusk began life on a farm given him by his father, containing 83 acres of well-cultivated land. He died in 1889.
James H. Lusk grew to manhood on the home place, and in 1885 was married to Clara, daughter of Isaac Sumney, of this county. Her father has always been a farmer, and is now living at the age of 79 years. After their marriage, Mr. and Mrs. Lusk continued to reside on the old farm, which he has owned since the death of his father. They have three children, namely: Edgar C., Clyde a., and Ethel B. Mr. Lusk is an advocate of Democratic principles; he has held numerous local offices. The family are members of the Methodist Episcopal Church.
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page 1138:
Samuel B. Lindley, s/o Lewis Lindley and Bethany Day, was born in Morris twp., Washington Co., PA, and received a good education in the common schools. In 1841 he came to Claysville, Donegal twp., and served an apprenticeship of two and a half years with Daniel Kirk, a harness and saddle maker. He afterward remained a year or two in the employ of Mr. Kirk, doing the work of a journeyman. He then went to West Finley towp., this county, where he remained two years, thence to Greene county, same state, and lived there two years. He then engnaged in the milling business at Lone Pine, Washington county, and three years later purchased a farm in West Finley towp., residing upon it twelve years. Finally he settled in his present home in Claysville. In early life he married Isabella ___, who bore him two children: Lewis and Lucretia (Mrs. Russell). For his second wife he was united in marriage with Margaret Laird <d/o John Laird & Peggy Snodgrass>, and she also had two children: Eliza (Mrs. Theodore Bell) and John K. His third wife was Mary Alexander, and to their union were born children as follows: Alexander, Mary (Mrs. Dr. McDough), Montville, Elias D., Luther D., Laura L., and Mary. For his fourth wife he married Mrs. Mary Hendershot, and they have two daughters: Bessie and Cordelia C.
On 8 Aug 1862 Mr. Lindley enlisted in Company K, 16th PA Vol. Cav., and served throughout the war in the army of the Potomac. Before the war he was a Democrat, but since that time has voted the Republican ticket.
<Desc. of William Snodgrass & Margaret Todd>
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John Laird, a worthy representative of one of the oldest families of Donegal twp., is a native of the same, born 4 Jun 1828.
His paternal grandfather, John Laird, was born in Ireland in 1758, and was there married to Mary Snodgrass, who bore him children as follows: Alexander, Margaret (wife of Joseph Hayburn), Robert, Jesse, James, and John. He came to the United States about 1792, alone, and finding employment on a farm, worked diligently until he had earned sufficient means to bring his family from the "ould sod." Receiving the necessary welcome remittance, Mrs. Laird, Alexander, jesse, margaret, and John Jr. crossed the broad Atlantic, and about 1800, after landing, with some difficulty found their father, who had set out to meet them with a team. He brought them to his new home in Lancaster Co., PA, and the following year they moved by wagon to Washington county, where they made a settlement near Taylorstown, Mr. Laird having purchased a tract of land in Donegal twp. John Laird died 3 Jun 1838, his wife having preceded him to the grave in Feb 1829. Politically he was a Democrat, and took a lively interest in the advancement of his adopted country. Robert and James Laird, uncles of the subject of this sketch, came over subsequentlly.
John Laird, son of this piooneer, was born in County Donegal, Ireland, in Apr 1792, and when yeet a boy came with the rest of the family to the United States and to Washington county, where he received his educaiton. When yet a young man he was married to Margaret, daughter of William and Margaret (Todd) Snodgrass, of Donegal twp., the former a native of Ireland, the latter of Scotland. The children born to Mr. and Mrs. Laird were Jesse, Roberet, James, William A., John, Mary J. (wife of Samuel Dougherty), Grizzella, and Margaret (Mrs. S. B. Lindley). The mother of this family dying 15 Dec 1835, Mr. Laird married for his second wife Agnes Maxwell, who died 8 Feb 1878 leaving one child, Ann E. (wife of Dr. John W. Kelly). Mr. Laird departed this life 18 Jul 1847. He was one of the first members, and all his life a substantial supporter, of the Presbyterian Church at Claysville. Politically he was a Democrat, and took an active interest in educational matters in his locality. Entreprising and energetic, he was self made, succeeding by hard labor and unceasing toil in amassing, before retiring from active work, a comfortable competence.
John Laird, the subject proper of these lines, was reared to farm life, and what education he succeeded in securing was obtained at the subscription schools, but he is chiefly self-educated, having devoted much of his spare time to reading at home. On 8 Jan 1852, he was united in marriage with Eveline Potter, who was born in Marshall county, WV, 11 Mar 1828, a daughter of John Potter, a native of Washington county, PA, where he marrried a Miss Supler, a native of Donegal tpw., same county. Soon after their marriage they moved to Marshall county, WV, where they purchased a large tract of land and where the father also followed milling. They reared a large family of children and resided there until their deaths. Mrs. laird died 14 Sep 1876. Mr. Laird remained on the old home farm in Donegal twp. until 1872, in which year he came to Claysville, where he has since resided. He is a member of the Presbyterian church, and in politics is a lifelong solid Democrat.
<Desc. of William Snodgrass & Margaret Todd>
(2 Apr 1896) - Washington Co., PA, Deed Book 202, page 18: Wm. Snodgrass et ux to H. S. Dole, Wash. LeMoyne.
Recorded 2 Apr 1896.
4 Mar 1897 -- Mary E. (Dougan) Snodgrass, w/o George Washington Snodgrass (d. 1908), died. Reference: Family History by George Y. Holmes.
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Mary E. Snodgrass, b. 1842, d. 1897, buried Cross Creek Cemetery, Washington Co., PA (no stone; Reference: History of the Graveyard Connected with Cross Creek Presbyterian Church, page 32).
<Desc. of William Snodgrass & Margaret Todd>
Mar 1897 -- (newspaper clipping, Washington Co., PA) In last week's issue mention was made of the death of Mrs. G. W. Snodgrass. We learn that at the time of her death, Rev. Snodgrass was ill with typhoid fever, and at one time his life was despaired of. The remains of his wife will be removed to this place for a final interment when his health has been sufficiently recovered.
<Desc. of William Snodgrass & Margaret Todd>
(29 Mar 1898)- Washington Co., PA, Deed Book 216, page 245: William Snodgrass, Ella Snodgrass et al to Eliza Patterson, W. Wash. Shirls. Grv. 4-F.
Recorded 29 Mar 1898.
(14 Apr 1898)- Washington Co., PA, Deed Book 217, page 55: Wm. Snodgrass et ux to Frank Snodgrass, S. Wash. LeMoyne Lot.
Recorded 14 Apr 1898.
(12 Sep 1898)- Washington Co., PA, Deed Book 220, page 251: William Snodgrass, Ella Snodgrass et al to Edward Day, Wash. Lemoyne 14.
Recorded 12 Sep 1898.
(6 Apr 1900) - Washington Co., PA, Deed Book 237, page 99: Samuel Snodgrass et ux to Milton O. Moore, S. Franklin Twp.
Recorded 6 Apr 1900.
(18 May 1900)- Washington Co., PA, Deed Book 237, page 380: Wm. Snodgrass et ux to D. H. Stoner, E. Wash. Linn. 4
Recorded 18 May 1900.
1900 -- (newspaper clipping, Washington Co., PA) The list of graduates of the Claysville school for 1900 was announced Wednesday by Prof. J. D. Trussell. It is composed of the following pupils: Misses Tillie Snodgrass, Lulu Shaffer, Mary Platt, Anna Hertzog, Lora Chaney, Pearl Giles, Carrie Wolfe, Ella Brockman; Messrs. Stewart Snee, Arthur Clutter, Will Crow, Ross McCarty.
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1900 census, Buffalo Twp., Washington Co., PA, 216-118-1-5:
Samuel H. Snodgrass, 33-M-PA/PA/PA Feb 1867, married 2 years, mail carrier, rents house
Lizzie F. Snodgrass, 29-F-PA/PA/PA Jun 1870, wife, 1 child, 1 living <Elizabeth E. Mealy>
Hazel E. Snodgrass, 1-F-PA/PA/PA Mar 1899, daughter
<1910 Washington Co., PA>
<Desc. of William Snodgrass & Margaret Todd>
1900 census, Buffalo Twp., Washington Co., PA, 216-118-6-1:
Samuel M. Snodgrass, 61-M-OH/PA/PA Jul 1838, married 35 years, farmer, owns farm free of mortgage <Samuel McCullough>
Esther H. Snodgrass, 64-F-PA/PA/PA Jan 1836, wife, 7 children, 5 living <Esther Hannah Graham>
Mary H. Snodgrass, 32-F-PA/OH/PA Oct 1867, daughter <Mary Hannah>
Ellen N. Snodgrass, 27-F-PA/OH/PA Mar 1873, daughter <Ellen Nora>
Samuel G. Snodgrass, 25-M-PA/OH/PA May 1875, son <Samuel Graham>
John G. Snodgrass, 21-M-PA/OH/PA Jan 1879, son <John Graham>
<1880, 1910 Washington Co., OH>
<Desc. of William & Margaret Snodgrass of Washington Co., PA>
1900 census, Burgettstown, Washington Co., PA, 216-119-5-12:
Wm. J. Snodgrass, 45-M-PA/PA/OH Jan 1855, married 23 years, day laborer, rents house <William James; 1910 Washington Co., PA, alone>
Lorinda M. Snodgrass, 51-F-PA/PA/PA Jul 1848, wife, 2 children, 2 living <Lorinda/Laura Tigner>
Charles E. Snodgrass, 20-M-PA/PA/PA Jul 1879, son, at school
Mattie B. Snodgrass, 14-F-PA/PA/PA Aug 1885, daughter, at school
<1880 Washington Co., PA>
<Desc. of William Snodgrass & Margaret Todd>
1900 census, Burgettstown, Washington Co., PA, 216-119-8-75:
(Wilson McCombs family)
Jennie Snodgrass, 29-F-PA/PA/OH Sep 1870, housekeeper, single
<Desc. of William Snodgrass & Margaret Todd>
1900 census, Smith Twp., Washington Co., PA, 216-120-1-52:
R. Todd Snodgrass, 27-M-PA/PA/PA Dec 1873, married 2 years, farmer, __ farm <Robert Todd; s/o George Washington; 1880 Washington Co., PA>
Maggie M. Snodgrass, 25-F-PA/PA/PA Jan 1875, wife, 1 child, 1 living <Margaret Clemens>
Elizabeth Snodgrass, 1-F-PA/PA/PA Aug 1898, daughter
William A. Snodgrass, 23-M-PA/PA/PA Oct 1876, brother, farm laborer <William Alonzo; 1880 Washington Co., PA>
<Desc. of William Snodgrass & Margaret Todd>
1900 census, Canton Twp., Washington Co., PA, 216-124-15-5:
(Wm. G. Dunn family)
Anna Snodgrass, 14-F-PA/PA/PA Jul 1885, servant, house keeper
1900 census, Myrtle St., Charleroi, Washington Co., PA, 217-133-21-10:
George W. Snodgrass, 36-M-PA/PA/PA Jan 1864, married 2 years, gospel minister, rents house <s/o George Washington; 1880 Washington Co., PA>
Mary Snodgrass, 20-F-IN/IL/IN Sep 1879, wife, 1 child, 1 living
Georgia M. Snodgrass, 2m-F-PA/PA/IN May 1900, daughter
<Desc. of William Snodgrass & Margaret Todd>
1900 census, Myrtle St., Charleroi, Washington Co., PA, 217-133-21-14:
John A. Snodgrass, 39-M-PA/PA/PA Aug 1860, married 11 years, principal of public schools, owns mortgages house <John Alexander; s/o George Washington; 1880 Washington Co., PA>
Alice M. Snodgrass, 32-F-PA/PA/PA Dec 1867, wife, 5 children, 4 living <Alice Ella McClure>
Letitia E. Snodgrass, 10-F-PA/PA/PA Apr 1890, daughter <Letitia Elizabeth>
Alice J. Snodgrass, 6-F-PA/PA/PA Nov 1893, daughter
Mary M. Snodgrass, 3-F-PA/PA/PA Jul 1896, daughter <Mary Margaret>
Edith P. Snodgrass, 1-F-PA/PA/PA Jan 1898, daughter
+ 1 domestic servant
<1910 Allegheny Co., PA>
<Desc. of William Snodgrass & Margaret Todd>
1900 census, Claysville, Washington Co., PA, 217-137-7?-37:
Robert G. Snodgrass, 45-M-PA/PA/PA Oct 1854, married 20 years, hardward dealer, rents house <Robert Graham>
Ada W. Snodgrass, 43-F-PA/PA/PA Jun 1856 wife, 6 children, 6 living <Adeline Whiteman>
Matilda L. Snodgrass, 19-F-PA/PA/PA Dec 1880, daughter
Susan B. Snodgrass, 17-F-PA/PA/PA Aug 1882, daughter
Jennie M. Snodgrass, 15-F-PA/PA/PA Sep 1884, daughter
Archie E. Snodgrass, 10-M-PA/PA/PA Jul 1889, son
Robert G. Snodgrass, 7-M-PA/PA/PA May 1893, son
Josephine A. Snodgrass, 2-F-PA/PA/PA Oct 1897, daughter
<Desc. of William Snodgrass & Margaret Todd>
1900 census, Cross Creek Twp., Washington Co., PA, 217-142-4-8:
Washington Snodgrass, 67-M-PA/PA/PA Jun 1832, widowed, hotel keeper, owns house free of mortgage <George Washington>
Florence P. Snodgrass, 29-F-PA/PA/PA Oct 1870, daughter
Garfield Snodgrass, 18-M-PA/PA/PA Dec 1881, son, at school
+ 1 boarder
<1880 Washington Co., PA>
<Desc. of William Snodgrass & Margaret Todd>
1900 census, Donegal Twp., Washington Co., PA, 217-144-6-23
Samuel Snodgrass, 79-M-PA/PA/PA Sep 1820, married 52 years, retail grocer & postmaster, owns farm free of morgage <d. bef. 1910>
Matilda Snodgrass, 68-F-PA/PA/PA Jan 1832, wife, 7 children, 7 living <Matilda Lamborne; d. bef. 1910>
<Desc. of William Snodgrass & Margaret Todd>
1900 census, Donegal Twp., Washington Co., PA, 217-144-6-51:
Thomas Snodgrass, 33-M-PA/PA/PA Oct 1886, school teacher, rents farm
Martha Marshman, 51-F-PA/PA/PA Oct 1848, aunt
<1910 Washington Co., PA>
1900 census, Hopewell Twp., Washington Co., PA, 217-151-4-1:
Harry Snodgrass, 49-M-PA/PA/PA Aug 1850, married 10 years, physician, owns farm free of mortgage <Harry Lane>
Idella Snodgrass, 44-F-PA/PA/PA Jan 1856, wife, 1 child, 1 living
Ella H. Snodgrass, 8-F-PA/PA/PA Sep 1892, daughter
<Desc. of William & Margaret Snodgrass of Washington Co., PA>
1900 census, Independence Twp., Washington Co., PA, 217-152-4-39:
G. Y. Snodgrass, 42-M-PA/PA/OH Jan 1858, married 8 years, farm laborer, rents house <George Y., s/o Joseph Jackson; 1880 Washington Co., PA>
Eudora Snodgrass, 27-F-PA/PA/PA Apr 1873, wife, 4 children, 4 living <Eudora Winters>
Amy V. Snodgrass, 7-F-PA/PA/PA Jun 1892, daughter
C. L. Snodgrass, 6-M-PA/PA/PA Sep 1893, son
Edna Snodgrass, 4-F-PA/PA/PA May 1896, daughter
Hazel Snodgrass, 2-F-WV/PA/PA May 1898, daughter
<1910 Washington Co., PA>
<Desc. of William Snodgrass & Margaret Todd>
1900 census, Jefferson Twp., Washington Co., PA, 218-153-6-18:
(Cambell Duvall family)
Joseph Snodgrass, 43-M-PA/PA/PA Jan 1857, boarder, farm laborer <Joseph Jackson, s/o Joseph Jackson; 1880 Washington Co., PA>
<1910 Washington Co., PA>
1900 census, Peters Twp., Washington Co., PA, 218-165-3-7:
Park W. Snodgrass, 50-M-OH/PA/PA Jun 1849, married 2 years, farmer, rents farm <William Park>
Clara Snodgrass, 31-F-PA/PA/PA Apr 1869, wife, 1 child, 1 living
Wilmer Snodgrass, 1-M-PAPA/OH/PA Jan 1899, son
David P. Snodgrass, 16-M-PA/PA/PA[sic] Jun 1883, son, farm laborer
Rebecca A. Smith, 73-F-PA/PA/PA Jul 1826, cousin
<Desc. of Jesse Snodgrass & Jane Atchison>
1900 census, Prospect Ave., So. Washington, Washington Co., PA, 218-168-8-54:
Frank Snodgrass, 45-M-PA/PA/PA Dec 1854, married 12 years, druggist, owns house free of mortgage
Jennie Snodgrass, 43-F-PA/PA/VA Jan 1857, wife, 0 children
<Desc. of William & Margaret Snodgrass of Washington Co., PA>
1900 census, E. Prospect Ave., So. Washington, Washington Co., PA, 218-168-8-78:
William Snodgrass, 50-M-PA/PA/PA Aug 1849, married 23 years, proprietor laundry, owns house free of mortgage
Ella Snodgrass, 50-F-PA/PA/PA Aug 1849, wife, 1 child, 0 living <Ella Laycock>
Lusette Snodgrass, 77-F-PA/Germany/GER Jan 1823, mother, widowed, 3 children, 3 living
+ 1 boarder
<Desc. of William & Margaret Snodgrass of Washington Co., PA>
1900 census, Spruce Alley, Washington, Washington Co., PA, 218-173-11-26?:
Sadie Snodgrass, 29-F-PA/PA/PA May 1871, divorced, 2 children, 2 living, wash woman, __ house
Franklin Snodgrass, 7-M-PA/PA/PA Sep 1882, son
C. A. Snodgrass, 14-M-PA/PA/PA May 1886, son, in school
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(4 Nov 1901) - Washington Co., PA, Deed Book 264, page 291: William Snodgrass et ux to Washington Laundry, Wash. Lot.
Recorded 4 Nov 1901.
(30 Nov 1901)- Washington Co., PA, Deed Book 271, page 267: Park Snodgrass et al David Phillips Snodgrass by gdn. et al, to Charles Porter, Peters Twp.
Recorded 30 Nov 1901.
(1 Mar 1902) - Washington Co., PA, Deed Book 269 <279?>, page 322: Park Snodgrass & wife to David P. Snodgrass by gdn., Peters Release.
Recorded 1 Mar 1902.
18 Feb 1902 -- Washington Co., PA, Will Book 23, page 577, File #745:
I Washington Snodgrass of Cross Creek Village Wash. Co. Pa. being of sound mind but failing in bodily strength, revoking all former wills do hereby make and publish this my last will & testament this day and date hereafter mentioned.
After the payment of my funeral Expenses and all of my just debts I give devise & bequeath all of my estate, real, personal and mixed, of whatever and wherever found to my daughter Florence Pearl Snodgrass and my son J. A. Garfield Snodgrass to be divided equally between them share and share alike.
I hereby authorize and empower A. H. Kerr of Burgettstown, Wash. Co. Pa. to act as my Executer without bond.
In witness whereof I the above named testator have hereto set my hand and seal this Eighteenth day of February in the year of our Lord Nineteen Hundred and two.
[signed] Washington Snodgrass
Witnesses: S. C. Cummins & R. V. Dimit
Proved 23 Nov 1908. S. C. Cummins disposes & says, "That Washington Snodgrass late of Crosscreek died on the 14 Nov 1908 between the hours of 4 & 5 o'clock a.m."
Letters of Admin. issued to A. H. Kerr, 23 Nov 1908.
<Desc. of William Snodgrass & Margaret Todd>
(28 Mar 1902)- Washington Co., PA, Deed Book 275, page 5: Anna Snodgrass, James Snodgrass, et al by atty. to John Ballentine, near Canon.
Recorded 28 Mar 1902.
(28 Aug 1902)- Washington Co., PA, Deed Book 283, page 84: H. L. Snodgrass & wife to Hannah L. Bahre, Hopewell Twp.
Recorded 28 Aug 1902.
18 Sep 1902 -- (obituary, Washington Co., PA) Samuel Snodgrass, Sr., one of the oldest residentsof Donegal twp., died at his home at Donley about 11 o'clock a.m. Thursday, 18 Sep 1902, aged 82 years. The funeral will take place at one o'clock Saturday afternoon. The deceased was born in Donegal twp. in 1820, and through his long life he has born the high esteem of hosts of acquaintances. He and his wife were for many years faithful members of Zion United Brethren church. He was well read, a fine mathematician, a staunch Republican, and during the 28 years of its existence had charge of the Donley postoffice. In West Alexander, 6 Apr 1848, he was married to Matilda Lambourne. They celebrated their golden wedding in 1898, and she and their seven children all survive the aged husband and father. The children are Joel L. Snodgrass, of Duenweg, MO; Josephine, wife of Frank Rodgers; John, of Jacksonville, WV; Roger G., hardware merchant of this place; Prof. Milton R., of the Wayne, NE, public school; Jennie, wife of C. C. Stull, Osceola, NE; and Samuel, carrier on rural route 62. Mr. and Mrs. Snodgrass have resided at Donley ever since their marriage.
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(obituary, Washington Co., PA) The funeral of Samuel Snodgrass on Saturday afternoon was very largely attended. The service was conducted by Rev. Frank Fish, assisted by Rev. G. S. Warnock. The pall bearers were John and Mark Ralston, John Holmes, James Snodgrass, of Burgettstown; Prof. John A. and Rev. George W. Snodgrass, of Charleroi. The interment was in Claysville cemetery. Among others in attendance were John W. Snodgrass, of Jacksonville, WV; Michael Essick and wife, of Prole, IA; M. R. Barr and wife, of Washington; and Wash Snodgrass, of Cross Creek.
<Desc. of William Snodgrass & Margaret Todd>
(16 Oct 1902)- Washington Co., PA, Deed Book 284, page 204: Alice E. Snodgrass, John Snodgrass, et al to E. C. Lawton et al, W. Middleton, 4 lots.
Recorded 16 Oct 1902.
20 Nov 1902 -- (newspaper clipping, Washington Co., PA) Maxwell--Snodgrass.
The marriage of Mr. John C. Hanna Maxwell, of Buffalo Village, and Miss Mary Hannah Snodgrass, took place at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Snodgrass, at noon Thursday, 20 Nov 1902. The wedding was a prettily appointed event, pink and white in color effects. The high standing of the contracting parties, too, made it a notable social event. The spacious parlor was tastefully trimmed with pretty fall flowers and ferns, while in the roomy bay window hung a beautiful floral bell, beneath which the principals took their places to the strains of the wedding march charmingly rendered by Miss Jessie Drake, of Massilon, OH. The bride was attired in a handsome gown of paue<sic> de soine and carried white roses. The attendants were Mr. James Maxwell, and the bride's sister, Miss Ellen Snodgrass, who wore a pretty pink crepe costume and carried pink roses, while the ribbon girls, little Misses Ruth Ely and Lois Ferguson, were dressed in pink and white. The ceremony was performed by the bride's pastor, Rev. R. B. Harsha, of this place, assisted by Rev. Calvin Ely, formerly of Xenia, OH, and Rev. Montrose Maxwell, of Birmingham, MI, cousin of the groom. Four score guests surrounded the festal board, a Washington caterer assisting in its preparation. A fine collection of gifts were received. Among those from a distance were Mrs. Frank Drake and daughter [part ripped away] Jessie of Massilon, OH; James McClurg, [part ripped away] OH; Mrs. Neil Ferguson and children, [part ripped away]-burg, IN; Rev. and Mrs. Montrose [part ripped away] of Birmingham, MI; Misses Net[part ripped away]-live Moninger, Lone Pine, besides [part ripped away]-om Washington, Buffalo Village, [part ripped away] West Alexander and surrounding community.
Mr. and Mrs. Maxwell left on the 4:29 p.m. train for an eastern trip.
<Desc. of William & Margaret Snodgrass of Washington Co., PA>
(15 Dec 1902)- Washington Co., PA, Deed Book 284, page 472: Alice E. Snodgrass, John Snodgrass, et al to C. T. Bartlett, Wash Lot.
Recorded 15 Dec 1902.
1903 -- Washington Snodgrass, b. 1832, d. 1903, buried Cross Creek Cemetery, Washington Co., PA.
<Desc. of William Snodgrass & Margaret Todd>
(19 Jan 1903)- Washington Co., PA, Deed Book 287, page 328: Alice E. Snodgrass, John Snodgrass, et al to Jacob Alexander, W. Wash Weaver 14 "O".
Recorded 19 Jan 1903.
(22 Jun 1903)- Washington Co., PA, Deed Book 291, page 393: Matilda Snodgrass to Clarkson Crow, Donegal Twp.
Recorded 22 Jun 1903.
[Charlou Dolan: I did not copy the deed indexes after 1903.]
ca. 1904 -- (newspaper clipping, Washington Co., PA)
Samuel G. Snodgrass, of near town, owns a flock of grade Dorset Horn ewes which have made a good record for raising lambs. Early this spring one ewe gave birth to a pair of lambs which weighed 16 pounds at birth. He has 26 ewes this season, which are raising 37 lambs. Last year a ewe of this flock gave birth to four lambs and raised three of them, while the flock of 28 ewes raised 42 lambs. For the season of 1902 the same flock raised 41 lambs. In this flock are two ewes eight years old, which belong to a set of triplets and the two have given birth to 28 lambs--having two each spring since they were two years old.
<Desc. of William & Margaret Snodgrass of Washington Co., PA>
1904 -- (newspaper clipping, Washington Co., PA) Snodgrass Family Reunion.
The descendants of John Snodgrass, who settled on the farm now owned by John Holmes, about four miles north of town, early in the 19th century, held an informal but none the less enjoyable family reunion on Friday last, in Campsey's grove. While there may not have been a promise to them like that to Abraham, yet there is a numerous list of descendants, grouped about in many localities. Only about 50 persons attended this occasion, the forerunner of more to come. Among those present were Oscar McMillan and wife, of McMechen; Bert Snodgrass and wife of Benwood; James Snodgrass and wife of Burgettstown; Prof. J. A. Snodgrass and family, of Taylorstown, and others from Donegal Twp. and this place. It was decided to have a permanent organization and arrange for future reunions. A committee was appointed consisting of R. G. Snodgrass, <torn off>, Martin Ralston, <rest missing>.
<Desc. of William Snodgrass & Margaret Todd>
28 Jun 1905 -- (newspaper clipping, Washington Co., PA)
An ideal June day was Wednesday, 28 Jun, the hour of three in the afternoon of which was the time set for the marriage of Mr. Russell Brodbeck, of Wheeling, and Miss Susan Bearley Snodgrass. The event took place at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Snodgrass, and half a hundred guests were interested witnesses of the ceremony.
Deft fingers arranged tasty greenery decorations in parlor and dining room. Toward the bay window of the parlor a handsome, shapely white bell was suspended, beneath which the vows were taken. Instrumental renditions of a selection from Lohengrin and "Sweetest Story ever Told," by Miss Matilda Snodgrass, with the pretty love song, "O Promise Me," sung by Mrs. Blanche Eaton, of Wilkinsburg, lead up to the wedding march from Lohengrin, which signalled the entrance of the groom alone, followed by little Miss Josephine Snodgrass as ring bearer. Then the bride in a dainty gown of white, carrying a huge bouquet of white roses and accompanied by her father.
The ring ceremony was performed by her pastor, Rev. W. H. Kirkland, of the M. E. church, assisted by a former pastor, Rev. O. J. Watson, of Cokeville, PA. Congratulations were in order and then the guests were invited to a fine wedding dinner. A nice list of mementos from friends was received.
Toward express time the friends went off to the depot to shower rice at bride and groom and otherwise show a not always pleasant interest in speeding their departure. But they reckoned without the groom, for he had his liveryman drive his bride and himself six miles to West Alexander to take a train for Wheeling. They went on to Mr. Brodbeck's former home at Orbisonia, PA, to remain over Sunday and continue on for an eastern trip.
Mr. Brodbeck is at present special agent for the Remington Typewriter Co., for West Virginia, with headquarters in Wheeling, in which city they will reside temporarily, at least.
Mrs. Brodbeck is one of our best girls, of sunny disposition, a loyal, industrious, generous young woman, and faithful church worker.
Among the guests from distant points were Prof. J. A. Snodgrass, of Charleroi, principal-elect of the Luckey school, Pittsburgh, with his wife and babe; Mrs. O. J. Watson and Miss Elizabeth Watson of Cokeville; Mrs. Daisy Flack, of Verona; Rev. G. E. Brenneman, of Dravosburg; Mrs. Andrew Kirk, Mrs. Blanch Eaton and daughter Dorothy and Miss Hazel Kirk, of Wilkinsburg; Mr. and Mrs. M. R. Barr and Miss Clara Miller, of Washington; Miss Laura Bell Cochran, of Louisville, KY; John W. Ross, of Ambridge; Lester Lacock, of Vankirk Station; Mrs. Margaret Patterson, of near West Alexander.
<Desc. of William Snodgrass & Margaret Todd>
4 Jul 1905 -- (newspaper clipping, Washington Co., PA) Celebrated the 4th by Being Wed.
At the wedding of Miss Sue Snodgrass and Russell Brodbeck 28 Jun the question which sister will be next in taking the marriage vow, was propounded, and to those outside the family circle it was rather unexpectedly answered on Tuesday, July 4th. Mr. John Wesley Ross and Miss Jennie Snodgrass, accompanied by Mr. Fred McConahey, of Pittsburgh, and Miss Hazel Kirk, of Wilkinsburg, went to Steubenville, OH. Mr. Ross had secured the license the day before, so they wended their way to the Second Presbyterian parsonage, where Rev. Sam Boston tied the nuptial knot uniting Mr. Ross and Miss Snodgrass. The party returned the same evening. The bride is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Snodgrass, who had been informed of the step the lovers were about to take. Mr. Ross is a native of Des Moines, IA, his father, now deceased, being founder and publisher of the Des Moines Daily Leader. His mother resides in Buffalo, NY. He was employed as draftsman and time keeper in the South Pittsburgh iron works, but is now with the American Bridge Co., at Ambridge, PA.
<Desc. of William Snodgrass & Margaret Todd>
1905 (probably fall) -- (newspaper clipping, Washington Co., PA) Snodgrass Family Reunion.
About 75 persons attended the reunion of the Snodgrass family in Campsey's grove, north of town, Thursday. Among them were representatives of the Ralston, two Snodgrass, Holmes, and Smith families, with none present from two Snodgrass and Essick families.
The event was of a formal nature, with general social enjoyment. A grand big dinner was served at noon, baskets having been prepared by the ladies, and "I'd like to have been there, wouldn't you?" G. Y. Holmes gave a sketch of the ancestors with several amusing incidents. The ancestors were John and Nancy Glover Snodgrass, who were located on the farm now owned by John Holmes more than 100 years ago. The father died in 1863 and the mother in 1874. They had 10 or 11 children, two of whom died. The others all marrying while living on the place.
Prof. John Snodgrass, of Pittsburgh, who with two children was present, gave a short talk. There was much good music. Rev. D. N. Snodgrass, who was present with his wife from Harlan, KY, was leader and solo singer.
Among the others present were Rev. G. W. Snodgrass, of Vinita, OK; R. R. Holmes, of McDonald; Wm. Holmes and wife, of near Washington; Edgar Miller and family, of Elk Lick; Will Smith and wife, of West Finley; George Smith of Graysville; W. B. Hunter and family, of near West Alexander; M. R. Barr and wife, of Washington; Mrs. Samuel Kelly and son Rupert, of S. Bridge; M. G. Ralston and family, of near Taylorstown, and the local resident section of the descendants. Mrs. Samuel Snodgrass, aged 73, was the only representative of the older set present.
<Desc. of William Snodgrass & Margaret Todd>
1907 -- (newspaper clipping, Washington Co., PA) The following was gleaned from the New Martinsville correspondent of the Wheeling Register: The announcement of the marriage of Miss Virginia F. Snodgrass to Attorney A. C. Chapman, both of New Martinsville, to take place at the bride's home on Wednesday, 1 Jan, was made at a party given by Miss Frances Lowther. Miss Snodgrass was until recently teacher in the Magnolia high school, and is a member of the Liberty Club. The correspondent further says: "Attorney Chapman is a young lawyer of ability and is well known and well liked here. Their friends all unite in wishing them prosperity and happiness." Mr. Chapman is a son of Mr. and Mrs. Hanery Chapman, of this place. He is a graduate of Bethany college and of the law department of West Virginia university. He has been practicing law successfully in New Martinsville for several years.
27 Jun 1907 -- (newspaper clipping, Washington Co., PA) Wayne street is to have another wedding, this time in June. The announcement was issued Thursday of the marriage of Miss Matilda Snodgrass, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. R. G. Snodgrass, for several years a successful school teacher and organist at the M. E. church, to Mr. Wm. Dennison, one of the young attorneys of the Washington bar and Democratic member of the board of county auditors.
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(newspaper clipping, Washington Co., PA) Dennison--Snodgrass.
The social event of the present week was the marriage of Miss Matilda Lambourn Snodgrass, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Snodgrass, to Mr. William Reed Dennison, Esq., at the bride's home on Wayne street at six o'clock Thursday evening, 27 Jun 1907. The ceremony was performed beneath a pretty arch of ferns, from which a wedding [bell] was suspended. Little Misses Josephine Snodgrass, the bride's sister, and her cousin, Josephine Rodgers <d/o Frank Rodgers & Josephine A. Snodgrass>, were ribbon bearers, dressed in white. Preceding the ceremony, another sister of the bride, Mrs. John W. Ross, of Brooklyn, NY, sang tenderly, "O Promise Me." The wedding march was Lohengrin production, and was well rendered by the bride's cousin, Mrs. John Eaton, of Pittsburgh. The bridal couple were unattended, she very becomingly attired in white chiffon and carrying bride's roses, and the groom was earing the usual black. Rev. R. D. Walker officiated in an impressive manner.
Hearty and sincere good wishes were tendered the bride and groom. The guests were welcomed to a delicious wedding dinner.
Mr. and Mrs. Dennison left on the Ohio Valley express eastbound the same evening to spend a week at points on Lake Erie, including Niagara Falls. The bride was a recipient of a choice list of gifts.
Mr. Dennison is a son of Mr. and Mrs. E. H. Dennison, west of town. He is serving a term as county auditor, is Democratic county chairman and one of the younger and progressive members of the Washington bar. Mrs. Dennison has taught in her home school and at other points in the county, and has been organist for the M. E. church. We extend best wishes. Among the guests from distant points were Mr. and Mrs. Harry Dennison and son, of Bellevue; Mrs. Edwin Dennison and Miss Kate Dennison; Fred E. McCohahen, Mrs. John Snodgrass, of Pittsburgh; Mr. and Mrs. Russell Brodbeck and son, Mrs. Eaton, Frank Kirk, of Wilkinsburg; Miss Teresa Wick of Venitis; Mr. and Mrs. M. R. Barr, Mr. and Mrs. John Vankirk, J. P. Eagleson, Esq., Harry Moore of Washington; Mr. and John McAdam, of Vankirk Station; Miss Edith Dennison, of Wheeling; Westley Snodgrass of Empire, OH.
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1908 -- (newspaper clipping, Washington Co., PA) Snodgrass Family Reunion.
The weather was delightful for the Snodgrass reunion held Thursday in John Holmes' orchard, the old Snodgrass place. When such a crowd gets together there are few words to express what took place. One has said, "They talked, and they talked." That wasn't the sum of the whole, for there was at least one period when a just devotion was given to the excellent provisions furnished by the ladies of the big family for the big picnic. Songs were sun and Rev. __ N. Snodgrass found he wasn't addressing Kentucky mountaineers when he began to talk to the family. No doubt the mountaineers gave him a better chance. The family history, the early part by the late Rev. G. Y. Holmes and the later section brought up to date by Prof. John A. Snodgrass, was not read at this time. The several branches of the family were well represented.
Of the older surviving generation, G. W. Snodgrass, of Cross Creek; Michael and Mary Snodgrass Essick, of Prole, IA; and Mrs. Matilda Snodgrass were present.
Of the third generation there were six families represented--Mrs. Oscar McWilden<sic> of Benwood, WV; Mrs. Frank Rodgers and Robert Snodgrass, of Claysville; John Westley Snodgrass, Empire, OH.
Martha G. Ralston, of Taylorstown; John Ralston, of Claysville; and Mrs. W. B. Hunter, West Finley.
W. James Snodgrass, of near Burgettstown; Joseph J. Snodgrass, Coon Island.
William T. Smith, of West Finely, G. W. Smith of Graysville.
Wm. Holmes of Washington; John Holmes of Donegal; Mrs. G. W. Miller and George Y. Holmes, of Claysville; Mrs. Samuel F. Kelly, Buffalo twp.; Miss Margaret J. Holmes, Claysville; R. R. Holmes, of McDonald.
Prof. John A. Snodgrass, of Pittsburgh; Rev. G. W. Snodgrass, of Vinita, I.T.; Rev. D. N. Snodgrass, of Harlan, KY; and T. C. Snodgrass, of Donegal.
Among descendants of Peggy Snodgrass Laird present were Mrs. Agnes White, Mrs. Belle Bell, Mrs. Sarah DeFrance.
In all, about 150 persons were present, many of them fourth generation. The occasion was very enjoyable to all. Many old neighbors participated.
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14 Nov 1908 -- (obituary, Washington Co., PA)
George Washington Snodgrass, native of Donegal twp. and veteran of the civil war, died at his home in Cross Creek village Saturday morning, 14 Nov 1908, of paralysis aged 76 years. The funeral service was held at 11 o'clock Monday forenoon, conducted by Rev. H. W. Hanna. The interment was in Cross Creek Cemetery.
The deceased was of the second generation of the Snodgrass family locating in this section. He was born 17 Jun 1832 on the original Snodgrass farm, son of John and Nancy Glover Snodgrass. The one other survivor of eight children is his sister, Mrs. Mary Essick, of Prole, IA. Almost his whole lifetime was spent in this country. One year was spent in Illinois. He served in the Civil war and was with Sherman on his famous march to the sea.
He was twice married, his first wife being Mrs. Elizabeth Marshman. To them were born four children, as follows: Prof. John A. Snodgrass, principal of the 35th ward schools of Pittsburgh; D. <David> N. Snodgrass, a Sunday school missionary located at Harlan, KY; G. W. Snodgrass, a Presbyterian minister located at Vinita, Indian Territory; T. C. Snodgrass, near Claysville.
Mr. Snodgrass' second wife was Miss Mary Dougan. To this union four children were born, all of whom survive as follows: Flossie and Garfield Snodgrass, at home; Robert Todd Snodgrass of Cherry Valley; and Alonzo Snodgrass, of Kiowa, OK.
Mr. Holmes <Snodgrass?> kept hotel in Cross Creek village a number of years. He attended the Snodgrass family reunion at John Holmes' last summer, when several of the family from the west attended.
<Desc. of William Snodgrass & Margaret Todd>
Jan 1910 -- (newspaper clipping, Washington Co., PA) The 78th birthday of Mrs. Matilda Snodgrass was celebrated on Thursday of last week at the home of Franklin Rodgers, near Coon Island. The association of Mrs. Snodgrass with the guests, both old and young, was heartily enjoyed, as she is hale and in splendid health on the eve of four score. A great host of friends join in wishing that she may have yet many such happy anniversaries. Greetings from distant friends in Nebraska, Kansas, Iowa, Missouri, West Virginia, Ohio, and Pennsylvania were expressed through 160 post cards.
<Desc. of William Snodgrass & Margaret Todd>
27 Mar 1910 -- (obituary, Washington Co., PA) John C. Snodgrass.
Samuel M. Snodgrass received a telegram Sabbath evening, 27 Mar, announcing the death of his brother, John C. Snodgrass, of Los Angeles, CA. His death had occurred the same morning. Mr. Snodgrass was a veteran of the civil war. He was one of the witnesses to surrender by Gen. R. E. Lee to Gen. U. S. Grant at Appomattox. When Gen. Sheridan made his famous ride from Winchester, VA, to the battlefield at Cedar Creek, rallying and reforming the Union army, Mr. Snodgrass was one of the boys who responded and helped to turn defeat into a brilliant victory. He participated in all of the three-days' fighting at ___burg, as well as in may other . . . fought battles. His company took part in some of the worst fighting of the conflict, as of the 107 who went out only 18 of them got back home. Mr. Snodgrass spent several weeks with his father here last spring. The deceased was a native of Crestline, OH. One other brother survives, James Snodgrass, who resides in Michigan.
<Desc. of William & Margaret Snodgrass of Washington Co., PA>
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1910 census, Buffalow Twp., Washington Co., PA, 275-164-5, page 229, #5/5:
Samuel M. Snodgrass, 70-M-PA/PA/PA married once, married 44 years, farmer, general farm, owns farm free of mortgage <Samuel McCullough>
Ester H. Snodgrass, 74-F-PA/PA/PA wife, married once, 7 children, 5 living <Esther Hannah Graham>
Samuel G. Snodgrass, 34-M-PA/PA/PA son, farmer, general farm <Samuel Graham>
Ellen N. Snodgrass, 36-F-PA/PA/PA daughter <Ellen Nora>
John G. Snodgrass, 30-M-PA/PA/PA son, farmer, general farm <John Graham>
+ 1 servant
<Desc. of William & Margaret Snodgrass of Washington Co., PA>
1910 census, Bergettstown, Washington Co., PA, 275-165-167, page 245, #149/167:
William J. Snodgrass, 55-M-PA/PA/OH widowed, laborer, general work, rents house
+ servant & her child
<1900 Washington Co., PA>
1910 census, Canton Twp., Washington Co., PA, 276-169-110, page 31, #103/110:
James Taylor, 51-M-PA/PA/PA married twice, married 3 years, farm laborer, genereal farm, rents house
Virginia Taylor, 39-F-PA/PA/OH married once[sic], 1 child, 1 living
William L. Taylor, 6m-M-PA/PA/PA son
Earl Snodgrass, 15-M-PA/OH/PA step-son, farm laborer, dairy farm
Harry Snodgrass, 6-M-PA/OH/PA step-son
+ 1 servant & 2 boarders
1910 census, Donegal Twp., Washington Co., PA, 277-191-110, page 114, #106/110:
Thomas C. Snodgrass, 43-M-PA/PA/PA single, merchant, grocery store, rents farm
Martha A. Marshman, 61-F-PA/PA/PA aunt, single, no occupation
Anna B. Jenkins, 73-F-PA/PA/PA cousin, widowed, 0 children, no occupation
+ 1 hired man
1910 census, Donegal Twp., Washington Co., PA, 277-191-144, page 115, #140/144:
Frank B. Rodgers, 64-M-PA/PA/PA married once, married 40 years, farmer, general farm, owns farm free of mortgage
Josephine Rodgers, 59-F-PA/PA/PA wife, married once, 3 children, 1 living <Josephine Snodgrass>
Matilda L. Snodgrass, 78-F-PA/PA/PA mother-in-law, widowed, 7 children, 7 living, no occupation <Matilda Lamborne, wid/o Samuel Snodgrass>
Edith J. Rodgers, 15-F-TX/PA/OH granddaughter
<1900, 1920 Washington Co., PA>
<Desc. of William Snodgrass & Margaret Todd>
1910 census, Donegal Twp., Washington Co., PA, 277-191-156, page 116, #152/156:
Saml. H. Snodgrass, 43-M-PA/PA/PA married once, married 12 years, mail carrier, rural delivery, owns mortgaged farm
Elizabeth E. Snodgrass, 39-F-PA/PA/PA wife, married once, 3 children, 3 living <Elizabeth E. Mealy>
Hazel E. Snodgrass, 11-F-PA/PA/PA daughter
Ralph F. Snodgrass, 9-M-PA/PA/PA son
Catherine A. Snodgrass, 6-F-PA/PA/PA daughter
<Desc. of William Snodgrass & Margaret Todd>
1910 census, Donegal Twp., Washington Co., PA, 277-191-188, page 117, #183/188:
Robert G. Snodgrass, 55-M-PA/PA/PA married once, married 30 years, farmer, general farm, owns farm free of mortgage <Robert Graham Snodgrass>
Adeline Snodgrass, 53-F-PA/PA/PA wife, married once, 6 children, 6 living <Adelaine Whiteman>
Archie E. Snodgrass, 20-M-PA/PA/PA son <1920 Lawrence Co., PA>
Robert G. Snodgrass Jr., 16-M-PA/PA/PA son
Josephine Snodgrass, 12-F-PA/PA/PA daughter
<1900, 1920 Washington Co., PA>
<Desc. of William Snodgrass & Margaret Todd>
1910 census, Hopewell Twp., Washington Co., PA, 278-206-154, page 106, #153/154:
Henry L. Snodgrass, 59-M-PA/PA/PA married once, married 19 years, doctor, of medicine, owns mortgaged farm
Idella H. Snodgrass, 59-F-PA/PA/PA wife, married once, 1 children, 1 living
Ella H. Snodgrass, 18-F-PA/PA/PA daughter
<Desc. of William & Margaret Snodgrass of Washington Co., PA>
1910 census, Mt. Pleasant, Washington Co., PA, 278-219-119, page 276, #117/119:
(William M. Russell family)
Joseph Snotgrass, 52-M-VA/PA/PA hired man, widowed, farm hand
1910 census, Peters Twp., Washington Co., PA, 279-225-16, page 51, #14/16:
W. P. Snodgrall[sic], 60-M-OH/PA/PA married twice, married 13 years, farmer, general farm, owns farm free of mortgage <William Park>
Clara Snodgrall[sic], 41-F-PA/PA/PA wife, married once, 1 child, 1 living
David Snodgrall[sic], 26-M-PA/OH/PA son, farmer, general farm <1920 Washington Co., PA
<1900 Washington Co., PA>
<Desc. of Jesse Snodgrass & Jane Atchison>
1910 census, Smith Twp., Washington Co., PA, 279-229-429, page 142, #429/429:
Robert O. Snotgrass, 37-M-PA/PA/PA married once, married 12 years, miner, coal mine, rents house <Robert Todd>
Margaret Snotgrass, 31-F-PA/PA/PA wife, married once, 2 children, 2 living <Margaret Clemens>
Mary E. Snotgrass, 11-F-PA/PA/PA daughter
Robert Snotgrass, 8-M-PA/PA/PA son
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1910 census, Washington, Washington Co., PA, 280-237-89, page 5, #80/89:
Lizzie S. Driehorst, 54-F-PA/PA/PA widowed, 6 children, 6 living, proprietor, bakery, owns house free of mortgage
John L. Driehorst, 29-M-PA/PA/PA son, baker, bakery
Laura R. Driehorst, 22-F-PA/PA/PA daughter, teacher, public school
William T. Driehorst, 19-M-PA/PA/PA son, wagon driver, bakery
Mary A. Byers, 25-F-PA/PA/PA daughter, widowed, 1 child, 1 living, stenographer, insurance
William S. Snodgrass*, 77-M-PA/PA/PA father, widowed, owner bakery, owns house free of mortgage, no occupation
Emmett R. Byers, 4-M-PA/PA/PA grandson
[* bad handwriting; may not be Snodgrass]
1910 census, Washington, Washington Co., PA, 280-243-269:
Frank Snodgrass, 54-M-PA/PA/PA married once, married 21 years, painter, house, owns house free of mortgage
Virginia Snodgrass, 52-F-PA/PA/WV wife, married once, 0 children
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1910 census, Washington, Washington Borough, Washington Co., PA, 280-243-280, page 105, #275/280:
William Snodgrass, 61-M-PA/PA/MS married once, married 33 years, agent, real estate, owns house free of mortgage
Ella Snodgrass, 60-F-PA/PA/PA wife, married once, 1 child, 0 living <Ella Laycock>
Lizette Snodgrass, 87-F-MS/MS/MS mother, widowed, 3 children, 3 living <wid/o Samuel>
+ 1 servant & 1 boarder
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21 Feb 1911 -- Washington Co., PA, Will Book 27, page 12, File #876: Will of Lizette Snodgrass, died 21 Apr 1913, between the hours of 5 and 7 o'clock p.m., as sworn to by William Snodgrass.
I, Lizette Snodgrass of Washington Penna being of Sound mind and memory do make and publish this my last will and testament in manner and form as follows
Viz, 1st I direct that after death my body shall be decently interred in the family lot in the Washington Cemetery; my funeral expenses and all just debts paid
2nd I direct that the old tombstone now on the lot be removed and replaced with a new one which shall cost, (including proceeds of sale of old one), not to exceed $200.
3rd To each of my three sons, William, Dr. H. Lane, and Frank Snodgrass I give and bequeath the sum of $200.
4th To my only granddaughter Ella H. Snodgrass I give and bequeath the sum of $50.
5th All the rest and remainder of my money I give and bequeath to my daughter in law Ella Lacock (wife of my son William) Snodgrass.
6th All my household furniture I give and bequeath to my son William and his wife Ella Lacock Snodgrass
7th And lastly I appoint my son William Snodgrass the sole executor (without bond) of this my last will and testament.
Witness my hand and seal this 21st day of Feb. 1911.
[signed] Lizette (her mark) Snodgrass
Witnesses: W. R. Thompson & Clyde S. Pipes
Codicil, May 26, 1911
In case it should become necessary during my life to provide a special nurse to properly care for me I direct that expense so incurred shall be paid equally from the bequests of my three sons.
Witness my hand and seal this day and date above written.
[signed] Lizette (her mark) Snodgrass
Letters of Administration issued 30 Apr 1913 to William Snodgrass.
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1911 -- (newspaper clipping, Washington Co., PA) Holmes Family Reunion.
The fourth triennial reunion of the Snodgrass family was held Wednesday in Campsey's grove. It was an ideal day and the attendants numbered about <missing>. The picnic dinner was of course a feature, but so was the address by Rev. John F. Strayer and the one by Rev. D. N. Snodgrass. singing was indulged in and a good social time enjoyed. The committee to arrange for the reunion in 1914 consists of Prof. J. A. Snodgrass, R. R. Holmes, and R. G. Snodgrass. Among those who made the pilgrimage from more distant points were, Mr. and Mrs. Michael Essick, of Prole, IA; D. N. Snodgrass, of Harlan, KY; Prof. J. S. Snodgrass and family, and Jas. A. Smith and family, of Pittsburgh; James and George Snodgrass, of Burgettstown; Miss Florence Snodgrass, of Steubenville, and Wm. Smith, of Burnsville. The members of the family nearby turned out in force.
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10 May 1912 -- (newspaper clipping, Washington Co., PA) Claysville Girl in Lead of New York's Big Suffragette Parade.
A former Claysville girl took part in the big suffragette demonstration in New York city on Saturday, when 15,000 women appeared in a monster parade. This was Mrs. Jennie Snodgrass Ross, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. R. G. <Robert Graham> Snodgrass. Mrs. Ross was one of those described in a United Press special thus: "Fifty athletic, bright-eyed women, mounted on lively horses, were the first glimpse of the suffrage parade. And they rode well. Cheers greeted them all along the way." Of course Mrs. Ross rode well, for did you ever see a woman born in Old Donegal who couldn't ride well? Women of all classes and many nationalities took part.
<Desc. of William Snodgrass & Margaret Todd>
29 Dec 1912 -- (newspaper clipping, Washington Co., PA) Wilmer--Snodgrass
At high noon December 29, occurred the marriage of Miss Edna Wilmer, of Williamsport, IN, and David Snodgrass, of Claysville, PA. The ceremony took place in the Presbyterian church and was performed by the father of the bride, Rev. William Wilmer, who has been pastor of the church for 35 years. After the ceremony a wedding dinner was served at the home of the bride. Only the immediate family was served to the bountiful repast. They were Mr. and Mrs. Wilmer, the bride and groom, and Dr. and Mrs. F. C. Todd, of Lafayette. Many and elaborate were the presents to the bride, both from the church and Christian Endeavor society of this city and Attica, where the bride's father was pastor for 29 years.
The bridal party left on the afternoon train for Lafayette, where they will be the guests of Dr. and Mrs. F. C. Todd, sister of the bride. The bride has been a teacher in many of the schools of Warren county and has a host of loving friends. She has been employed as teacher in a Presbyterian church in Harlan, KY, for the past two and a half years.
The groom is employed as a missionary by the Presbyterian Home Mission Board. His work is principally confided to organizing Sunday-schools in Harlan county. It was here at Harlan academy he met the bride. A rather romantic courtship ended in marriage.--Lafayette, Ind. Journal.
<Desc. of William Snodgrass & Margaret Todd>
16 Jul 1915 -- (newspaper clipping, Washington Co., PA) Snodgrass Golden Wedding.
On 10 May 1865, Miss Esther Hannah Graham, of Taylorstown, was united in marriage to Mr. Samuel McCullough Snodgrass, near Crestline, OH, with Rev. J. R. Johnston, pastor of the First U. P. church of Washington, officiating. They started in a buggy next day for Mahoning Co., OH, a journey of about two days, which is now made by auto in five hours. The bride of half a century was a daughter of Samuel and Hannay Way Graham, her birthplace being on the Neely farm. But the groom had Crestline, OH, as his birthplace, son of William and Margaret Chambers Snodgrass. As a youth he hauled stone for the construction of the Crestline, Columbus & Cincinnati Railway through that town. Later on he was sent on business to Washington Co., PA, where he had cousins and uncles and aunts. After that he came a'courting and the wedding followed. Not much time was given in <line(s) not xeroxed> (now Milt Irwin, farm) where they remained three years. Leaving there they went to the John McDowell farm and after six years, in 1875, they located on their present farm, which they purchased through means secured by economy and industry. The farm was then run down, a rail fence ran close in front of the dilapidated house surrounded by tall woods, quite in contrast with their present splendid farm residence modernly equipped and beautifully situated. Then the oil development came and they received a goodly share of the product of the 17 wells drilled on the farm, a single well yielding as high as 300 to 400 barrels a day. But with these means the habits of life were not changed, the same industry prevailed and the same neighborliness to those for miles about them continued, and the family stands high wherever known.
They have the following five children living: Margaret, who married Andrew Kerr, of near Coffey's Crossing; Mary Hannah, the wife of John Maxwell, of near Buffalo; Eleanor and Samuel G., at home, and John G., who lives near his father's residence.
Conditions did not suit for the anniversary on 10 May, so Friday, 9 July, was chosen on which to celebrate the golden wedding, the birthday anniversary of Mr. Snodgrass being the day before. The home was handsomely decorated in colors of gold and lavender. Mr. Snodgrass wore the suit in which he was married, and though 50 years old, it still fit him fairly well and was in good condition. He and Mrs. Snodgrass received their guests in the parlor, beneath a golden wedding bell with combination of yellow streamers, wheat, cut flowers, ferns and pines arranged into an effective arch, tasty because of the simplicity. They were assisted by their daughter, Miss Eleanor, who with Miss Nell Jackson looked after the comfort of the guests, and Misses Margaret Jackson and Ferne Patterson were aids at the table. There were three small flower girls who filled their parts well, gowned in white with yellow sashes, Margaret Duvall, Mildred Hamilton, and Mildred Henderson. The dining room was ornamented in yellow and white, and with cut flowers. In the afternoon there was a hundred guests present and in the evening a like number. Caterer Mosebay, of Washington, provided for the inner man, and the John Flack orchestra furnished splendid music. 48 guests were provided for at a sitting. The hours were 1 to 5 and 5 to 10.
The guests included the following: Mrs. Frank Drake, Massilen, OH; Mrs. and Mrs. S. D. Stiffey, and Miss Mary Walker, Blairsville, PA; Will Chambers, Mrs. Mary Cowden, Mrs. and Mrs. S. McClurg, Poland, OH; Mrs. W. Clark and Lionel Clarke, Pittsburgh.
Washington and rural routes--Dr. and Mrs. W. R. Thompson, Samuel Amspoker and daughters, Andrew Kerr and wife, Frank Snodgrass, <line(s) not xeroxed> Ely and wife, Katherine Ely, R. L. McCarrell and wife, Jane O. McCarrell, R. L. McCarrell Jr.; T. H> Sutherland and wife, John N. McDowell, T. C. McIlwaine and wife, Samuel Cleland and Wife, Sarah B. McDowell.
West Alexander--Miss Minnie Ely, Miss Arminda Hupp, Mr. and Mrs. R. G. Buchanan, Miss Florence Buchanan.
Buffalo Village--Mrs. W. G. Maxwell, Mrs. A. B. Maxwell, J. B. Maxwell, Ella H. Snodgrass, J. C. H. Snodgrass, Mrs. Nan Maxwell.
Claysville--Mrs. W. G. McCullough, Mary and Bedelia Biggins, John DeFrance, Rev. A. MacLachlen and wife, M. L. McGill and wife, French Lowrie and Eula McGill, Mrs. McCullough, only sister of Mrs. Snodgrass.
Mrs. Isabell McCleese, W. M. Horn, Rev. R. B. Harsha, Mrs. Jane Sawhill, M. G. Ralston and wife, John Sawhill, Mrs. G. R. Coffey, Miss Anna McCabe, J. G. Snodgrass, wife and daughter, Esther Jane; Dr. R. W. Wolfe and wife, S. W. Hair and wife, Isaac Hodgens and wife, O. M. Hill, Miss Anna Hess, Miss Donna Cleland, Ben Hamilton, Margaret Hamilton, John M. Thompson and wife, Mont Weirich and wife, W. L. Sawhill and wife, Mary E. Blayney, H. M. Crothers and wife, G. H. McMannis and wife, S. D. Blayney, James Elliott and wife, E. N. Ralston, Alice Sawhill, Maude Sawhill, Samuel Flack, Arthur Flack, John A. flack, Lizzie Flack, Nellie Flack, Samuel Snodgrass, Jr.
<Desc. of William & Margaret Snodgrass of Washington Co., PA>
23 Sep 1915 -- Washington Co., PA, Will Book 28, page 560: Will of Park Snodgrass.
I Park Snodgrass, of the Township of Peters, County of Washington, and State of Pennsylvania, being of sound and disposing mind and memory, do make and publish this my last will and testament, hereby revoking and making void any and all wills and testaments by me at any time heretofore made.
First:- I direct my executor hereinafter named to pay all my just debts and funeral expenses as soon as conveniently may be done after my death.
Second:- I direct my executor hereinafter named to pay to my wife, Clara B. Snodgrass, the sum of $500 as soon as possible after my death. Said sum to be charged against my said wife in the calculations and division to be made under item "Fifth" hereof.
Third:- I hereby authorize and empower my said wife, Clara B. Snodgrass, to select and erect over my grave in my lot in the Center Presbyterian Church Cemetery a monument at cost not to exceed $200 and direct my executor hereinafter named to pay for same.
Fourth:- I give and bequeath to my said wife, Clara B. Snodgrass, all my books, wearing apparel, jewelry, household goods and effects, live stock of all kinds, horse or horses and vehicles, including automobile or automobiles.
Fifth:- I direct that all the rest, residue and remainder of my estate, real, personal and mixed, of whatsoever kind and wherever situate, of which I shall die seized or possessed or to which at the time of my death I shall be entitled, be fairly and justly appraised, item by item, and my said wife, Clara B. Snodgrass, be permitted to select and choose from the same property of whatsoever kind she may elect to a total of 1/3 of the total of the thus appraised value of same (less $500 on account of payment under Item "Second" hereof) and that said property so selected be delivered, set aside and conveyed to her, the said Clara B. Snodgrass, in whatsoever way may prove to be necessary, legal and proper under the circumstances, to vest in her absolute and indefeasible title in and to the same, and for that purpose my executor hereinafter named is authorized and empowered to execute, acknowledge and deliver unto her whatever deed or deeds or conveyances, assignments, bills of sale or either instruments or papers, as may prove to be necessary under the circumstance.
Sixth:- All the rest, residue and remainder of my estate, real, personal and mixed, of whatsoever kind and wheresoever situate remaining after the division provided for in Item "fifth" hereof, I do give, devise and bequeath unto my executor hereinafter named, to have and to hold, care for, manage and control, in trust, for the following uses, purposes and trusts, that is to say: to invest and keep invested all my personal estate and the proceeds of the sale of any real estate, in good and lawful securities, with power in the decision at any time and from time to time to change any or all of said investments and re-investments made in like lawful securities; to receive and collect the income therefrom and from any real estate which may in like manner come into the hands or possession, as and when the same arises, and is payable, and ____ paying out all necessary and proper costs, charges, and expenses, including its own reasonable compensation, to pay the net amount thereof, at least semi-annually, unto my wife, Clara B. Snodgrass, for and during the term of her natural life, or until her re-marriage.
Seventh:- Upon the death or remarriage of my said wife, Clara B. Snodgrass, it is my will and I hereby direct that the trust fund above created be disposed of as follows:
(a) Should my son, David Phillips Snodgrass, survive the death or re-marriage of my said wife, Clara B. Snodgrass, then from and after said death or re-marriage I direct that the net income aforesaid be paid in like manner, as above provided for my said wife, to my said son, David Philips Snodgrass, until his death, and upon his death, should he die leaving children, or the issue of deceased children, living at the time of his death, then I direct that the same be divided among such children and issue of deceased children, per stirpes, and delivered and conveyed to them absolutely.
(b) Should my said son, David Philips Snodgrass, having survived the death or re-marriage of my said wife and received the said income during the remainder of his life, die leaving no children, or the issue of children, living at the time of his death, then it is my will and I hereby direct that the said trust estate be divided among the children, and the survivors of them, and the issue of deceased children, of my brother Alfred Philips Snodgrass of Kenton, Ohio, and of my sister Mrs. Maggie Maude Snodgrass Moore, now of Delaware, Ohio, per stirpes, and be given and conveyed to them absolutely.
(c) Should my said son, David Philips Snodgrass, not survive the death or re-marriage of my said wife, Clara B. Snodgrass, but should leave children of his body, or the issue of such, living at the date of the death or re-marriage of my said wife, then it is my will and I direct that said trust estate be divided among such, per stirpes, and given and conveyed to them absolutely.
(d) Should my said son, David Philips Snodgrass, not survive the death or re-marriage of my said wife, Clara B. Snodgrass, and should there be, at said death or re-marriage, no living child or children of the body of my said son, nor issue of such, then and in that case it is my will and I hereby direct that said trust estate be divided among the children, and the survivors of them, and the issue of deceased children, of my brother Alfred Philips Snodgrass of Kenton, Ohio, and of my sister Mrs. Maggie Maude Snodgrass Moore now of Delaware, OH, per stirpes, and be given and conveyed to them absolutely.
Eighth:- My said executor is hereby given full power and authority at its discretion to sell at any time or times during the trust, any real estate belonging to said trust estate, in whole or in part, at public or private sale, for such prices and upon such terms as to it shall seem meet, and to make, execute, acknowledge and deliver good and sufficient deed or deeds of general warranty, conveying such land in fee simple absolute or for any less estate, free and discharged of every trust hereunder and without necessity upon the part of any purchaser to see to the application of the purchase money; and the proceeds of every such sale, after paying thereout all necessary and proper costs, charges and expenses, to hold and invest as part of the trust estate upon the trusts hereinbefore set forth.
Ninth:- For the purpose of carrying into effect the provisions of this will and making the divisions and distributions herein provided I do hereby give and grant to my executor hereinafter named full power and authority to make, execute, acknowledge and deliver good and sufficient deed or deeds of conveyance, assignments, bills of sale, and such other papers and writings as may be necessary and proper under the circumstances.
Lastly:- I do hereby name and appoint The Safe Deposit and Trust Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to be sole executor of this my last will and testament.
In Witness whereof, I, the said Park Snodgrass, to this my last will and testament, contained and typewritten in and upon five (5) sheets of paper, have hereunto set my hand and seal at the end thereof this 23 Sep 1915, and, for further evidence of the authenticity of the several sheets of paper upon which this will is written, have set my hand and seal, with the date of the execution thereof, at the bottom of each of the four sheets preceding this the last sheet hereof, and have set my seal at the top of the said sheets, where all the said sheets are fixed together.
[signed] Park Snodgrass
witnesses: S. L. Tone & H. J. Nantker.
Proved: 1 Dec 1915.
Personally appeared... Clara B. Snodgrass who... deposes and says, that Park Snodgrass late of Peters Township died on the 19th day of November 1915, between the hours of 4 and 5 o'clock A.M.
<Desc. of Jesse Snodgrass & Jane Atchison>
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7 Nov 1915 -- (obituary, Washington Co., PA)
The death of Esther Hannah Graham, wife of Samuel Snodgrass, occurred at their home in Buffalo twp. about one mile east of Crothers, at 2:46 p.m. Sunday 7 Nov 1915, aged 79 years. Her passing away was sudden. She had been able to go about the house, was taken very ill, and died within half an hour.
Mrs. Snodgrass was born on the Neely farm near Taylorstown in the year 1836, daughter of Samuel and Hannah Way Graham. Her life, excepting those several months in Ohio following her marriage to Samuel Snodgrass, 10 May 1865, was spent in this community. They first resided on the Nealy farm, then on the present Milt Irwin farm three years, and the John McDowell farm six years. In 1875 they purchased and located on their present farm, which they improved greatly, making of it one of the best in this fertile section. She proved an excellent helpmeet, affable of disposition, gentle in manner, kind at heart, industrious and careful in her management of the home, a devoted wife and mother and a cherished neighbor. In early life she united with North Buffalo United Presbyterian church and her church life continued faithful through more than sixty years, the later period of which was as a member of Taylorstown United Presbyterian congregation.
On 9 Jun last, the birth anniversary of Mr. Snodgrass, they celebrated their golden wedding, and a wide circle of their hosts of friends participated.
She leaves to mourn her departure her husband and five of the seven children born to them: Margaret, wife of Andrew Kerr, near Coffey's Crossing; John G. Snodgrass, of Buffalo twp.; Mary Hanna, wife of John C. H. Maxwell, near Buffalo Village; Miss Eleanor and Samuel G. Snodgrass, at home. One sister also is living--Mrs. Nancy McCullough, of Claysville.
The funeral service was held at eleven o'clock Wednesday forenoon, conducted by her pastor, Rev. R. B. Harsha, who was assisted by Dr. A. MacLachlan, Rev. T. P. Prouffit, Rev. Frank Crosby, Rev. J. C. Hamilton, and Rev. H. L. Hood. It was an impressive service, and the tributes were appropriate and worthy of the life of the deceased. The floral offerings were profuse and beautiful, representing in a way the beauty of her life and character. There was a large attendance, indicative of the large circle of close friends the family holds in the community. The eight pall bearers included six cousins: Messrs. H. L. Snodgrass, M.D., Wm. Snodgrass, Frank Snodgrass, Samuel Ely, Howard Ely, R. G. Buchanan, A. W. Clemens, Charles Risher. The interment was in the family lot in Claysville cemetery.
Among those from a distance attending the funeral were Robert Snodgrass, of Mansfield, OH; Mrs. H. L. Snodgrass, of Gallion, OH; Mrs. Lottie Ripley, of Poland, OH; Mrs. James Chambers, of Youngstown, OH; Mrs. Anna Snodgrass, of Crestline, OH; Mr. and Mrs. S. D. Stiffey, of Blairsville, PA; Rev. and Mrs. Crosby and others from <xerox ends here>
<Desc. of William & Margaret Snodgrass of Washington Co., PA>
5 Jun 1917 -- World War I Draft Registration: C. Snodgrass, age 23; res. 300 2nd, Monongalia, PA; born 28 Jun 1893; natural born citizen; born New Martinsburg[?], W.Va.; occupation, cutler? p?, employed by Ogle Steel Co., Worcesten?, PA; dependent wife; married; white; no previous military experience; does not claim exemption; [signed] Carl Snodgrass; medium height, medium build, gray eyes, brown hair; registered 5 Jun 1917, Monongalia, Washington Co., Pennsylvania.
12 Sep 1918 -- World War I Draft Registration: John G. Snodgrass, age 39; res. R.D. #1, Taylorstown, Washington Co., PA; born 18 Jan 1879; white; native born citizen; farmer, self-employed (same address); nearest relative, Ina M. Snodgrass (same address); medium height, slender, blue eyes, light hair; registered 12 Sep 1918, Washington Co., Pennsylvania.
12 Sep 1918 -- World War I Draft Registration: Samuel Graham Snodgrass, age 43; res. R.D. I, Taylortown, Washington Co., PA; born 4 May 1875; white; native born citizen; farmer, self-employed (same address); nearest relative, S. M. Snodgrass (same address); medium height, slender, grey eyes, brown hair; registered 12 Sep 1918, Washington Co., Pennsylvania.
12 Sep 1918 -- World War I Draft Registration: William Ray Snodgrass, age 38; res. 641 W. Chestnut, Washington, Washington Co., PA; born 6 Sep 1880; white; native born citizen; electrician, employed by Keystone Electric Co., Washington, Washington Co., PA; nearest relative, wife, Clara E. Snodgrass (same address); tall, medium build, grey eyes, brown hair; registered 12 Sep 1918, Washington, Washington Co., Pennsylvania.
12 Sep 1918 -- World War I Draft Registration: David Philips Snodgrass, age 35; res. Canonsburg, Washington Co., PA; born 11 Jun 1883; white; native born citizen; farmer, self-employed (same address); nearest relative, Emma Orr, R.D. Canonsburg, PA; [signed] David P. Snodgrass; tall, slender, brown eyes, partly bald; registered 12 Sep 1918, Washington, Washington Co., Pennsylvania.
25 Apr 1919 -- (obituary, Washington Co., PA) Death April 25th of Mrs. W. W. Reaney.
The illness of Florence May Holmes, wife of W. W. Reaney, resulted in her death at their home on Wayne street, at 8:45 p.m., Friday, 25 Apr 1919, of chronic nephritis, age 53 years and 7 days. She had been afflicted the past six months. The funeral service was held Monday afternoon at her late home, with a very large attendance. Her pastor, Rev. A. MacLachlan, was in charge, assisted by Revs. R. M. McCracken, of West Alexander; A. P. Duncan, of Mt. Hope; J. W. Cottrell and H. W. Hanna. There were many beautiful floral tributes attesting friendship and affection, from the Woman's Missionary Society of her church, her Sunday school class, the Mother's club, Mr. and Mrs. F. L. Stout, of Pittsburgh; the W. C. T. U. and her brothers and sisters. The pall bearers were boys of her Sunday school class--Charles McNutt, George Lysle, Harry and James Campsey, Frank Knox, and James Jamison. The interment was in Claysville cemetery.
Mrs. Reaney was born on the old home farm just east of Coon Island, 9 Apr 1866, daughter of George Young and Elizabeth Snodgrass Holmes, her father being a farmer and a lay minister of the Baptist church. She received her education at the Coon Island school and at Claysville normal, then under the principalship of Prof. A. C. Spindler who was later county superintendent of schools. She taught one term of school each in Donegal and West Finley townships. Her marriage to W. W. Reaney took place 25 Oct 1888, with Rev. S. L. Parcell officiating. In early life she united with the Buffalo Baptist church, which later moved to Claysville. After marriage, she united with the West Alexander United Presbyterian church and after coming to this place she transferred to the Claysville United Presbyterian church. She was active in the various departments of work during her career at the church, having been a teacher, and of late has had a class of boys; she was active in other lines of Sunday school work, having [served] as district department superintendent a number of years. She was also active in the Woman's Missionary Society, in the Mother's Club, and in the W. c. T. U. She was for a long time a member of the choir. The only daughter born to Mrs. and Mrs. Reaney--Mary Pauline--died 30 Jul 1913. She leaves to mourn her departure her husband, four brothers and three sisters--William Holmes of Washington; Mrs. Mary Kelly, of Buffalo twp.; John S. Holmes, of Donegal twp.; Mrs. Nancy Miller, Miss Margaret Holmes, George Y. Holmes, and R. R. Holmes, of Claysville.
<Desc. of William Snodgrass & Margaret Todd>
7 Jul 1919 -- (obituary, Washington Co., PA) Prof. M. R. Snodgrass Dies at Patton, CA, July 7.
Prof. Milton R. Snodgrass, perhaps the foremost educator of the native sons of Donegal twp., died at Patton, CA, Monday 7 Jul 1919, in his first year.
He leaves his wife, one daughter married, and one son, Dewey Lee. Also his aged mother, Mrs. Matilda Snodgrass, two sisters and four brothers: Mrs. Frank Rodgers and Samuel Snodgrass, of Claysville, the latter carrier on rural route two; Joel Snodgrass of Moscow, KS; John Snodgrass, of Weirton, WV; Robert Snodgrass, near Claysville; and Mrs. Nannie Stull, of Moscow, KS.
Prof. Snodgrass was born at Achison, where his father was postmaster many years, 13 Jan 1859, son of Samuel (deceased) and Matilda Lambourn Snodgrass. He received his education in the township schools and the State Normal school of California, PA, from which he was graduated in 1882. He began teaching in 1876, in local schools, and from 1882 to 1884 was principal or the school at Burgettstown. The latter year he went to Nebraska and was principal and superintendent of the schools of Osceola and Wisner covering a period of 20 years. At the founding of the State Normal school at Kearney, NE, he accepted the chair of mathematics, and for near a year was acting president of the institution. Ill health from a breakdown compelled him to retire from teaching 1 Jan 1915. In the vain hope of regaining his health he went to California a short time afterward and remained until his death. The following tribute was published in The Antelope, the paper of the normal school.
"Dean Snodgrass is an active Christian man, living daily a life that is a positive influence for good. He is a man of natural culture and refinement, of deep sympathy for others, always ready to do more than his share of duties that might seem difficult, as he looks upon life as service. He is most thoroughly prepared for his work as a teacher and allows no opportunity for self improvement to pass unimproved. He is an excellent teacher, thorough, sympathetic, and full of inspiration for his students. The past nine and a half years of his life have been entirely devoted to this institution and his efficient, all around service is in every way closely interwoven with the success of the Kearney State Normal school. He leaves with the <illegible>, respect, and very best wishes of the board of education, the faculty, and the students.
<Desc. of William Snodgrass & Margaret Todd>
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1920 census, Washington Co., PA, 304-132-1-26:
John G. Snodgrass, 41-M-PA/PA/PA farmer, general farm <John Graham>
Ina M. Snodgrass, 42-F-PA/PA/PA wife <Ina M. Sawhill>
Esther J. Snodgrass, 5-F-PA/PA/PA daughter
John S. Snodgrass, 2y6m-M-PA/PA/PA son
<Desc. of William & Margaret Snodgrass of Washington Co., PA>
1920 census, Washington Co., PA, 304-132-4-13:
Samuel T. Snodgrass, 80-M-OH/PA/PA widowed, no occupation <Samuel McCullough>
Ellen N. Snodgrass, 46-F-PA/OH/PA daughter, no occupation <Ellen Nora>
Samuel G. Snodgrass, 44-M-PA/OH/PA sonfarmer, general farm <Samuel Graham>
+ 1 servant
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<Desc. of 5 William...>
1920 census, Washington, Washington Co., PA, 305-226-7-46:
William Snodgrass, 71-M-PA/PA/PA agent, real estate
Ella Snodgrass, 7x-F-PA/PA/PA wife
+ 1 servant, 1 servant's son, & 1 lodger
1920 census, Washington, Washington Co., PA, 305-226-7-72:
Frank Snodgrass, 65-M-PA/PA/PA painter, house
Virginia Snodgrass, 63-F-PA/PA/PA wife
1920 census, Washington, Washington Co., PA, 305-227-3-28:
William Snodgrass, 36-M-MN/U.S./U.S. electrician, power house
Clara Snodgrass, 33-F-PA/PA/PA wife
Paul Snodgrass, 9-M-PA/MN/PA son
Wilbert Snodgrass, 7-M-PA/MN/PA son
Raymond Snodgrass, 4-M-PA/MN/PA son
Lucille Snodgrass, 2-F-PA/MN/PA daughter
1920 census, Monongahela, Washington Co., PA, 306-196-9-12:
Carroll Snodgrass, 27-M-WV/WV/WV open hearth, steel mill
Irene Snodgrass, 25-F-PA/England/PA wife
Ruth L. Snodgrass, 2y7m-F-WV/WV/PA daughter
Bessie V. Snodgrass, 6m-F-PA/WV/PA daughter
1920 census, E. Washington, Washington Co., PA, 308[309?]-176-5-17:
William R. Dennison, 40-M-PA/PA/PA attorney, general practice
Mathilda Dennison, 38-F-PA/PA/PA <Matilda Lambourn Snodgrass>
Katherine Dennison, 10-F-PA/PA/PA
William Dennison, 1y11m-M-PA/PA/PA
Josephine Snodgrass, 21-F-PA/PA/PA sister-in-law, stenographer, law office
Matilda Snodgrass, 87-F-PA/PA/PA grandmother-in-law, widowed <Matilda Lambourn>
<Desc. of William Snodgrass & Margaret Todd>
1920 census, Washington Co., PA, 308-234-5-52:
R. G. Snodgrass, 64-M-PA/PA/PA farmer, general farm <Robert Graham>
Adaline Snodgrass, 63-F-PA/PA/PA wife <Adaline Susan Whiteman)
Josephine A. Snodgrass, 22-F-PA/PA/PA daughter, stenographer, lawyers office
Robert G. Snodgrass, 26-M-PA/PA/PA son, invalid
<Desc. of William Snodgrass & Margaret Todd>
1920 census, Washington Co., PA, 308-234-7-57:
S. H. Snodgrass, 52-M-PA/PA/PA mail carrier, R.F.D.
Elizabeth Snodgrass, 49-F-PA/PA/PA wife
Hazel Snodgrass, 20-F-PA/PA/PA daughter
Ralph Snodgrass, 18-M-PA/PA/PA son
Katherine Snodgrass, 16-F-PA/PA/PA daughter
1920 census, Washington Co., PA, 309-183-2-23:
Henry L. Snodgrass, 69-M-PA/PA/OH doctor, regular physician <Henry Lane>
Della H. Snodgrass, 64-F-PA/PA/PA wife <Idella H. ___>
Ella H. Snodgrass, 28-F-PA/PA/PA daughter
<Desc. of William & Margaret Snodgrass of Washington Co., PA>
1920 census, Washington Co., PA, 309-183-2-36:
George W. Snodgrass, 55-M-PA/PA/PA minister, church
Georgia M. Snodgrass, 19-F-PA/PA/IN daughter
Donald C. Snodgrass, 17-M-PA/PA/IN son
Hubert E. Snodgrass, 12-M-OK/PA/IN son
Ruth L. Snodgrass, 8-F-OK/PA/IN daughter
Mary D. Snodgrass, 6-F-IL/PA/IN daughter
John E. Snodgrass, 2y11m-M-PA/PA/IN son
<Desc. of William Snodgrass & Margaret Todd>
1920 census, Washington Co., PA, 309-209-6-60:
David P. Snodgrass, 36-M-PA/OH/PA farmer, home farm
Emma L. Snodgrass, 29-F-PA/PA/PA wife
Lois A. Snodgrass, 2-F-PA/PA/PA daughter
<Desc. of Jesse Snodgrass & Jane Atchison>
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19 Apr 1921 -- (newspaper clipping, Washington Co., PA) Former Claysville Girl Married in Washington.
The marriage of Miss Josephine Adaline Snodgrass, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert G. Snodgrass, of near town, and Mr. Clarence A. Patterson, son of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. C. Patterson, of New Castle, took place at the Second Presbyterian church of Washington, at 11 a.m. Saturday, 19 Apr 1921. The ceremony was performed by the pastor, Rev. George P. Atwell, assisted by Rev. S. J. Purvis, pastor of Memorial Presbyterian church, of Youngstown, formerly of New Castle, before an embankment of palms and ferns. The bride was attired in white satin and carried a shower bouquet of bride's roses and lilies of the valley, and was given in marriage by her father. Miss Mary Beatty, maid of honor, wore peach chiffon and carried a colonial bouquet of lavender sweet peas. The bridesmaids were Miss Kathryn Dennison, niece of the bride, who wore blue chiffon, and Miss Mildred McKay, who wore orchid chiffon, both carrying colonial bouquets of pink sweet peas. William R. Dennison Jr., nephew of the bride, wearing a suit of white, was the ring bearer. Victor F. Patterson, of Erie, was best man for his brother. The ushers were Messrs. Wm. Wylie and W. Walter Braham, of New Castle. The wedding march was rendered by MacDonald Weaver.
A wedding breakfast was served at the George Washington hotel for the wedding party and the immediate families of the principals, covers being laid for 32. Spring flowers formed the table decorations. Mr. and Mrs. Patterson went east for the wedding trip and will be at home in New Castle after 1 Jun. The guests included Mr. and Mrs. R. G. Snodgrass, Claysville; Mr. and Mrs. Wm. C. Patterson, New Castle; Mr. and Mrs. Archie E. Snodgrass, Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Brodbeck, West Pittsburgh; Walter Braham, Mrs. John Edgar, J. Clyde Gilfillan, Miss Elizabeth Gilfillan, New Castle; Mr. and Mrs. John W. Ross and daughter, Adelaid, Beaver Falls; Mr. and Mrs. Victor F./P. Patterson, Erie; Rev. and Mrs. S. L. Purvis, Youngstown, OH.
<Desc. of William Snodgrass & Margaret Todd>
11 Jul 1923 -- (newspaper clipping, Washington Co., PA) Beadling--Snodgrass.
The marriage of Miss Katherine Snodgrass, of this place, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Snodgrass, and Mr. James Beadling, of Atlasburg, took place at Wellsburg, WV, Wednesday afternoon, 11 Jul 1923, the ceremony being performed by Rev. E. E. Pachy. Mrs. Beadling was graduated from Claysville High School, and had been elected for her second term in the Atlasburg school. She had enrolled as student in W. & J. summer normal and after leaving home on Wednesday she turned up at the parsonage instead of the college. Mr. Beadling is wireman for the Carnegie Coal Company. He is a son of Mr. and Mrs. James Beadling, his father being a prominent coal operator and founder of the Beadling coal mines at Beadling. Mr. and Mrs. Beadling will reside at Atlasburg, in a home near her school. Friends on this side extended best wishes.
<Desc. of William Snodgrass & Margaret Todd>
19 Jul 1923 -- Washington Co., PA, Will Book 49, page 176: Ellen Snodgrass, d. 19 Jul 1923, will proved 25 Jul 1923, File #1340.
Aug 1923 -- (newspaper clipping, Washington Co., PA) Snodgrass Family Reunes.
The descendants of John and Nancy Glover Snodgrass and connections held a reunion Monday at the home of Miss Margaret Holmes, in which her brother, William Holmes, assisted and some sixty guests were provided for. This was the first general meeting in nine years. Those present included Rev. George W. Snodgrass and son, Herbert, of Rice's Landing; Mr. and Mrs. Don Holmes, Mr. and Mrs. Calhoun, Mr. and Mrs. Smithyman, and Mr. and Mrs. Criswell and three children, of Pittsburgh; Mr. and Mrs. George Smith, and Mr. and Mrs. Lester Smith and daughters, Vida and Georgia, of Graysville; Allie Smith, of Ingram; Dr. David Smith and Mrs. Kenneth Cornish, of Osceola, NE; Mrs. Margaret Hunter, Tridelphia, WV; David Snodgrass and wife, Frankfort Springs; R. G. Snodgrass and wife, Coon Island; John Holmes, wife and son, and Miss Emma Holmes, Washington; J. W. Lindsay, wife and two sons, Washington; Mrs. Mary Kelly, Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Kelly, Washington, R.D. 7; Mr. and Mrs. John C. Ralston, Howard Ralston; Mrs. Chas. Miller, Miss Alice Miller; G. Y. Holmes, Mrs. Homer Burns, Misses Mary, Georgene and Helen Holmes. Dinner was served on the lawn in the rear of the home.
<Desc. of William Snodgrass & Margaret Todd>
1 Feb 1924 -- (obituary, Washington Co., PA) Mrs. Matilda Snodgrass Died Friday Forenoon.
Mrs. Matilda Lambourn Snodgrass, widow of the late Samuel Snodgrass, aged 92 years, who had spent her life in this community, for many years a resident at Donley postoffice, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Frank Rodgers, Friday forenoon, 1 Feb 1924, after being an invalid for several years, from decline and old age.
Besides Mrs. Rodgers there are three sons and one daughter living: Mrs. Jennie Stull, in California; J. W. Snodgrass, Weirton, WV; R. G. Snodgrass, Coon Island; Samuel Snodgrass, carrier on R.D. 2, Claysville.
Funeral at the Frank Rodgers home at 2:30 p.m., Sunday.
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(obituary, Washington Co., PA) Buried Sunday Afternoon.
The death of Mrs. Matilda Lambourn Snodgrass, widow of the late Samuel Snodgrass, Sr., occurred at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Frank Rodgers, of cerebral apoplexy, with arteriole sclerosis, with which she has been afflicted for three years, contributory, aged 92 years and 11 days.
The funeral service was conducted by her pastor, Rev. J. V. Mountain, of Zion United Brethren church, at the Rodgers Home at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, assisted by Lee M. Moore, of the Christian church. There was a large attendance. A male quartet sang for the service. The burial was in Claysville cemetery. The pall bearers were three sons and three grandsons: Samuel Snodgrass and son, Ralph, of this place; J. W. Snodgrass and sons, Harry and Roy, of Weirton, WV; Robert G. Snodgrass, Coon Island.
Mrs. Snodgrass was born in this community 20 Jan 1832, daughter of Joel and Jane Chapman Lambourn. Both the Snodgrass and Lambourn families were pioneers in Donegal, the Snodgrass farm being purchased in 1804, when the Snodgrass family located there. The farm is now owned by John S. Holmes.
Her father for a time at least was engaged in construction work and had the contract for the brick work on the old Presbyterian church building erected in 1830, at a cost of $3,000, which stood on the site of the present more modern brick veneer church building. Mr. Lambourn had eleven men working under him.
The brick was burned in a kiln on the rear of the Christian church lot. In early life she united with Zion congregation and continued in the fellowship of that organization to the end of her life. She was united in marriage 6 Apr 1818 with Samuel Snodgrass, a farmer of Donegal twp., at West Alexander. They located on the home place at Donley, where their wedded life was spent. Mr. Snodgrass served as postmaster at Donley and provided quite a convenience for the people of that community thereby, from its institution in 1874 until his death 18 Sep 1902. She had survived her marriage almost 76 years and her span of life was just a few weeks longer than the period of the incorporation of the borough of Claysville, in which she died. There were seven children born to their union, all schooled at the White school for the common school education, and during a period when that was credited with being the banner school of the county. Mr. Snodgrass in his time was noted locally as a mathematician. Mrs. Snodgrass since the departure of her husband had lived among her children. She was of a genial disposition, and made friends in all communities where she resided. <line cut off xerox> children: Joel Snodgrass and Jennie, wife of C. C. Stull, Fresno, CA; J. Wesley Snodgrass, Weirton, WV; Josephine, wife of Frank Rodgers, Claysville; Robert G. Snodgrass, Coon Island; and Samuel Snodgrass, Claysville. One son, Milton Snodgrass, who died about 4 years ago, was professor of mathematics in Kearney College, Kearney, NE, and had attained near to the head of that institution. There are 24 grand children, 25 great grandchildren, and one great-great grandchild.
Among those who attended the funeral of Mrs. Matilda Snodgrass were J. W. Snodgrass and sons Roy, Karl, and Mr. and Mrs. Harry Snodgrass, of Weirton, WV; Albert Snodgrass, McMechen, WV; Garfield Snodgrass, Miss Snodgrass, Steubenville, OH; Mr. and Mrs. Harry Snodgrass and members of the family of the late Prof. J. A. Snodgrass, Pittsburgh; W. R. Dennison and family and M. R. Barr and family, Washington.
<Desc. of William Snodgrass & Margaret Todd>
11 Sep 1924 -- (obituary, Washington Co., PA) Mrs. Franklin Rodgers Died Early Thursday Morning.
Mrs. Josephine Snodgrass Rodgers, wife of Franklin Rodgers, passed away at their home on Wayne street at 12:15 a.m., Thursday 11 Sep 1924 of hardening of the arteries, one week advanced in her 75th year.
The funeral service will be held at two o'clock Saturday afternoon, at the home of Miss Mary Rodgers, in charge of her pastor, Lee M. Monce, assisted by Rev. H. L. Henderson, of the United Presbyterian church. Interment will be in the family lot in West Alexander cemetery.
Mrs. Rodgers was a native of Donegal Twp., born 4 Sep 1850, daughter of Samuel and Matilda Lambourn Snodgrass. Her mother preceded her only 1 Feb last. She was united in marriage at the home of her parents 4 Nov 1869 at Donley to Franklin Rodgers of near <illegible>. Near thirty years of her wedded life was spent in Donegal twp. and of the remaining quarter century except for twelve months spent in Washington her home was in Claysville. She was of kindly disposition, generous and hospitable and a good discipline. Some <rest illegible>
<Desc. of William Snodgrass & Margaret Todd>
7 Dec 1924 -- (obituary, Washington Co., PA) J. Wesley Snodgrass Died at Weirton, W.Va.
The death of J. Wesley Snodgrass, native of old Donley section of Donegal twp., pupil of White School, former oilfield worker and more recently engaged in business at Weirton, WV, occurred at his home at that place, at 10:45 p.m., Sunday, 7 Dec 1924, aged 71 years 10 months and 7 days. The funeral service was held at his late home at 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, conducted by his pastor, Rev. Marton of Weirton M. E. church. The remains were taken to East Brady, PA, for burial in the family lot beside his wife, whose death occurred 7 Mar 1907.
Mr. Snodgrass was born at Donley 30 Jan 1853, son of Samuel and Matilda Lambourn Snodgrass. He engaged in oil work near East Brady, where he was united in marriage 13 Dec 1877 with Miss Isabella Rupert. To their union were born four children--Florence Belle, who died in infancy; Harry W., Roy P., and J. Earl, all of Weirton. Besides these he leaves also twelve grandchildren, one sister, and three brothers: Jennie, wife of C. C. Stull, and Joel L. Snodgrass, Fresno, CA, the latter in a critical stage of illness; Robert G. Snodgrass, Coon Island; and Samuel H. Snodgrass, carrier on route two from the Claysville postoffice. His death was the third in his immediate family in but a week more than ten months; his mother, Mrs. Matilda Snodgrass, passing away 1 Feb, and a sister, Mrs. Josephine Rodgers, 11 Sep last.
Of recent years Mrs. Snodgrass had been engaged in the bottling business, being owner and manager of the Crown Bottling Works at Weirton. He possessed a sunny disposition and was a genial companion, always enjoying the exchange of greetings with old friends and acquaintances of his old home community. He was a member of the Methodist Episcopal church at Weirton.
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13 Dec 1924 -- (obituary abstract) William Holmes died at home of son, W. W., in Canonsburg, Sat. 13 Dec 1924 -- in the 74th year of his life; daughter, Mrs. J. W. Lindsay, Washington; funeral at her home Monday; interment Oak Spring; b. in Donegal about a mile West of Claysville, son of the late Rev. Geo. Y. & Elizabeth Snodgrass Holmes. Married ca. 1869 Elizabeth Hutchison, d/o Dr. R. A. Hutchison, Pittsburgh. Eldest of eight. Mrs. Florence Reaney--youngest--deceased. Leaves 2 daughters, 3 sons: Emma, wife of Carson Potter; Agnes, wife of J. W. Lindsay; John H.; Clarence H.; and W. W. Three sisters, 3 brothers: John S., G. Y., R. R., Mrs. Charles Miller, Miss Margaret, and Mrs. Mary Kelly, East of Claysville.
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29 Dec 1924 -- (obituary, Washington Co., PA) Joel Lambourn Snodgrass, native of old Donley in Donegal Twp., died at Fresno, CA, Monday 29 Dec 1924, following an extended illness. For some time past his condition was known to be serious.
Deceased was a son of the late Samuel and Matilda Lambourn Snodgrass. He was a successful schoolteacher before locating at Joplin, MO, in the production of zinc. More recently he has been located in California. His wife, who was Miss Nannie Winters, has been deceased a number of years. He leaves two brothers and one sister, Mrs. C. C. Stull, of Fresno, CA; Robert G. and Samuel H. Snodgrass in Claysville. His was the fourth death in the family circle in 11 months of the present year: His mother on 1 Feb; Mrs. Frank Rodgers, a sister, 11 Sep; and J. Wesley Snodgrass, a brother, at Weirton, WV, 7 Dec.
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2 Feb 1924 -- The Washington Observer: Mrs. Matilda Lambourne Snodgrass, aged 92 years and 11 days, died yesterday morning at 10:00 at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Frank Rodgers, Claysville, death being due to old age. Mrs. Snodgrass was the widow of Samuel Snodgrass, late of Donegal township, and resided in the township till her husband's death in 1902, when she went to Claysville where she had since made her home with her daughter. She was a lifelong member of the Mt. Zion United Brethren church. She leaves three children: Joel and Mrs. Stull(?) of Fresno, CA; J. W. Snodgrass, of Weirton, WV; Josephine, wife of Frank Rodgers and Robert G. and Samuel H., all of Claysville. Funeral services will be held Sunday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock at the Rodgers home, Claysville. The interment will be in the Claysville cemetery.
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15 Aug 1925 -- Washington Co., PA, Will Book 39, page 504: H. L. Snodgrass, died 15 Aug 1925, will proved 3 Sep 1925, File #1118.
25 Jun 1926 -- (obituary, Washington Co., PA) Samuel McC. Snodgrass Buried Tuesday Afternoon.
Samuel Snodgrass, native of Ohio, for more than 60 years a resident of Buffalo twp. and one of its most substantial citizens, died at his home near Coffey's Crossing, at 9:20 a.m., Saturday, 25 Jun 1926, from illness of a fortnight due to a severe cold, only two weeks short of his 87th year. The funeral service was held at his late home at 2 o'clock Tuesday afternoon, conducted by his pastor, Rev. Jacob Ruble, of West Alexander, assisted by Rev. H. B. Fairman, of Taylorstown. The attendance was very large. The interment was made in Claysville cemetery.
Two other ministers assisted at the funeral, Rev. W. M. Lorimer, at the house, and Rev. Robert Ely, of near St. Louis, MO, at the grave.
Samuel McCullough Snodgrass was born near Crestline, OH, 9 Jul 1839, son of William and Margaret Chambers Snodgrass. In his youth he hauled stone for the construction of the Crestline, Columbus, and Cincinnati railroad through Crestline. Later he was sent on a mission to Washington county, about Taylorstown, when he met Miss Esther Hannah Graham, who on 10 May 1865 became his wife, the wedding ceremony being performed by Rev. J. R. Johnson, pastor of the First U. P. church, of Washington, PA. They resided a short time on the Neely farm, then were located three years on the Milt Irwin farm. For six years following they resided on the John McDowell farm. In 1875, through means secured by industry and economy purchased present home farm. The farm was then run down, fences dilapidated, yard grown up with weeds. It was quite in contrast with the modern brick residence which now stands on a beautiful site and surrounded with up to date farm buildings and well kept in every way. Much hard work endured through long hours helped the transformation. With the development of the Taylorstown oil field, the farm was put under lease and they received their allotment of the product of 17 oil wells, yielding as high as 300 to 400 barrels of day. But with the coming of wealth through oil the habits of industry were not changed, nor the neighborliness which had existed between Mr. and Mrs. Snodgrass and the families of the community. To the end of life those friendships were maintained. The golden wedding was celebrated on 9 Jul 1915, when Mr. Snodgrass wore the same suit in which he was married 50 years before, still fitting fairly well and in good condition. Mrs. Snodgrass was a member of East Buffalo Presbyterian church. He walked uprightly in his community and will be missed by many friends. He was a Democrat in politics. Mrs. Snodgrass passed away 7 Nov 1915.
Five of the seven children born to Mr. and Mrs. Snodgrass are living: Mrs. J. C. Kerr, of Bremen, OH; Mrs. J. C. H. Maxwell, of Hopewell twp.; Miss Ellen Nora Snodgrass and Samuel G. Snodgrass, at home; and John G. Snodgrass, of near Taylorstown. There are two grandchildren, Esther Jane Snodgrass and John Samuel Snodgrass. Two half sisters, Mrs. Amanda Roliston, San Diego, CA; and Mrs. Grace Guthrie, Mansfield, OH; and a half brother, William Snodgrass, of Seattle, WA, survive.
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26 Jun 1926 -- Washington Co., PA, Will Book 41, page 52: Samuel M. Snodgrass, d. 26 Jun 1926, will proved 7 Jul 1926, File #1142.
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28 Oct 1926 -- (newspaper clipping, Washington Co., PA) Manon -- Snodgrass
The marriage of Miss Hazel Snodgrass, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. S. H. Snodgrass, north of Claysville, and Mr. Roy Manon, of Claysville, took place Thursday afternoon 28 Oct 1926. The ceremony was performed by the bride's pastor, Lee M. Moore. Mr. and Mrs. Manon left the same afternoon for a wedding trip, returning the fore part of this week. On Monday evening a reception was held for them at the bride's home, with a large attendance of friends. A very enjoyable evening was spent. The young folks were on hand for a rousing serenade. Mrs. Manon is a graduate of Claysville High School, rendered efficient service at the post office, both as carrier on her father's rural route and as bookkeeper. For some time she has been linotype operator at the Recorder, both capable and steady. She had asked for a fortnight's vacation, but neglected to mention the wedding. Mr. Manon is employed in B. & O. maintenance of way service and is a dependable chap. They will reside in the south end of School street, where their home has been newly painted and papered ready for their occupancy. We all join in extending best wishes.
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29 Oct 1926 -- Washington Co., PA, Will Book 41, page 291: Clara B. Snodgrass, d. 29 Oct 1926, W.P. 9 Nov 1926, File #1152.
23 Dec 1928 -- Washington Co., PA, Will Book 44, page 89: Ellen N. Snodgrass, d. 23 Dec 1928, W.P. 8 Jan 1929, File #1221.
19 Dec 1928 -- (obituary, Washington Co., PA) Died Wednesday Evening.
The death of John Snodgrass Holmes, native and life long resident of this community, in which he was an estimable and respected citizen, occurred at the home of Mrs. Emma Ramage, Bethany Road, north of Claysville, at 6:30 o'clock, Wednesday evening, 19 Dec 1928, after a lingering illness extending over several years, aged 79 years and five months.
The funeral service was held Friday afternoon, conducted by his pastor, Rev. D. N. Ciampa, in the presence of a large concourse of friends. He was assisted by Rev. R. W. Nairn, pastor of Second United Presbyterian church, Washington, and Rev. John F. Strayer, of Latrobe, PA, who was Mr. Holmes' pastor from 1910 to 1915. He delivered the address and incorporated the fine character of [the] deceased in his association with him. Burial was in Claysville cemetery.
He leaves his wife and one daughter, Edna, wife of Clarence Lindsay, of Washington, one grandson, Glenn Lindsay; two brothers, George Y. Holmes, of Claysville, and R. R. Holmes, east of Claysville, and three sisters, Mrs. M. M. Kelly, east of Claysville, and Mrs. Charles Miller and Miss Margaret J. Holmes, Claysville.
John Holmes was born in Donegal twp., west of Claysville, son of George Y. and Elizabeth Snodgrass Holmes. He followed the life of farmer industriously, though he was not of rugged strength. He was united in marriage 1 Jan 1873, with Miss Margaret Miller, of Donegal Twp. It is worthy of note that Mrs. Holmes was one of three of her family who had the privilege of observing their golden wedding anniversary. Mr. and Mrs. Holmes went to live on the Snodgrass farm north of Claysville, where his great grandfather, William Snodgrass, located in 1804, 25 years after Washington county was erected and 23 years after Donegal was incorporated as one of the thirteen original townships comprising the county. The historic old farm, splendidly situated, continued to be their home until just recently, when ill health required a change. In early life he was a member of Claysville Presbyterian church, but for the past 20 years or so he has been a faithful member of Zion United Brethren church. He was a citizen of upright character, respected by all who knew him. He was of sympathetic nature and knew how to speak the word of comfort in season. When affliction came into a neighbor family, he and Mrs. Holmes provided a good home and became foster parents of Will Ramage, and earlier another orphan who is pastor of the Christian church of Boise, ID--Andrew L. Chapman, once a missionary to Constantinople--found at Holmes' a home and parental care.
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23 Dec 1928 -- (obituary, Washington Co., PA) Miss Ellen Nora Snodgrass.
Miss Ellen Nora Snodgrass, whose life's span was spent as a resident of Buffalo twp., died at her home east of Taylorstown, at 3:45 a.m., Sunday, 22 Dec 1928; after an illness of more than two months, in her 56th year. Funeral services at her late home at one o'clock Wednesday afternoon, with a large concourse of friends in attendance. The burial was in Claysville cemetery. Her pastor, Rev. H. B. Fairman, had charge of the service, which was largely attended. He was assisted by Rev. R. B. Harsha, of West Middlesex, former pastor of the family, who delivered the address, and Rev. W. M. Lorimer, of West Alexander, close friend of the family. Burial was in Claysville cemetery.
Miss Snodgrass was a daughter of the late Samuel McCullough and Esther Graham Snodgrass, born 22 Mar 1873, on the McDowell farm, Buffalo twp., from which her parents moved to the Snodgrass home farm in 1875, which has since continued to be the Snodgrass home.
Throughout her home community Miss Snodgrass was well known and highly esteemed for her many fine qualities of womanhood and Christian graces. She was a member of Taylortown United Presbyterian church. She had a deep interest in the affairs of her church. She possessed a genial, kindly disposition, hospitable, a helper of the needy. Both parents are deceased, the father passing away in Jun, 1926. She had charge of the home in the declining days of her mother and continued in the performance of those duties while her brother Samuel Snodgrass shared it with her. She leaves one other brother, John G. Snodgrass, of near Taylorstown and two sisters, Mrs. John C. H. Maxwell, near Buffalo Village, and Mrs. Andrew Kerr, of Bremen, OH. Miss Snodgrass underwent an operation near two years ago, but her health became impaired the past summer and continued in decline until death ensued. She will be missed in her neighborhood by many persons in whose hearts she was enshrined as a staunch friend.
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18 Jan 1929 -- Washington Co., PA, Will Book 44, page 231: William Snodgrass, d. 18 Jan 1929, W.P. 12 Feb 1929, File #1229.
29 Oct 1929 -- (obituary, Washington Co., PA) Mrs. Andrew Kerr.
The death of Mrs. Margaret Snodgrass Kerr, wife of Andrew Kerr, of Bremen, OH, occurred at Columbus, OH, Tuesday night, 29 Oct 1929, in her 64th year. The funeral service was held at the Kerr home at Bremen Thursday afternoon. Burial was in the cemetery at Bremen.
Deceased was born in Buffalo twp., east of Taylorstown, 25 Mar 1866, daughter of the late Samuel McCullough and Esther Graham Snodgrass. Her early life was spent in this community. She was united in marriage with Andrew Kerr, since when they have resided many years at Bremen. She leaves her husband, one sister, Mrs. Mary Maxwell, of Buffalo; and two brothers, John G. Snodgrass and Samuel Snodgrass, of near Taylorstown. A sister, Miss Ellen Nora Snodgrass, died 23 Dec last.
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1930 census, Buffalo, Washington Co., PA:
S. G. Snodgrass, 54-M-PA/OH/PA single, farmer, general farm
+ 1 housekeeper
1930 census, Buffalo, Washington Co., PA:
John G. Snodgrass, 51-M-PA/OH/PA married first age 34, farmer, general farm
Ina M. Snodgrass, 53-F-PA/PA/PA wife, married first age 36
Ether[sic] J. Snodgrass, 15-F-PA/PA/PA daughter
John S. Snodgrass, 12-M-PA/PA/PA son
+ 1 lodger
1930 census, Donegal, Washington Co., PA:
Samuel H. Snodgrass, 63-M-PA/PA/PA married first age 31, mail carrier, rural
Elizabeth E. Snodgrass, 59-F-PA/PA/PA wife, married first age 28
Ralph F. Snodgrass, 29-M-PA/PA/PA son, mail carrier, assistant
1930 census, Hanover, Washington Co., PA:
John W. Melvin, 30-M-PA/PA/WV married first age 30[sic], laborer, general farm
Laverta V. Melvin, 21-F-PA/PA/PA wife, married first age 21[sic]
Myrtle L. Melvin, 2y5m-F-PA/PA/PA daughter
William J. Snodgrass, 75-M-PA/PA/OH grandfather, widowed
1930 census, Hopewell, Washington Co., PA:
Idella H. Snodgrass, 74-M-PA/PA/PA widowed, no occupation
Ella A. Herran, 72-F-OH/PA/PA sister, single, no occupation
+ 1 servant
1930 census, Monongahela, Washington Co., PA:
Carol Snodgrass, 36-M-WV/WV/WV married first age 22, salesman, brush company
Irene Snodgrass, 33-F-PA/England/PA wife, married first age 20
Ruth Snodgrass, 12-F-PA/WV/PA daughter
Bessie Snodgrass, 10-F-PA/WV/PA daughter
Thomas Snodgrass, 8-M-PA/WV/PA son
Calder Snodgrass, 3-M-PA/WV/PA son
1930 census, Peters, Washington Co., PA:
David P. Snodgrass, 46-M-PA/OH/PA married first age 30, farmer, general farm
Emma L. Snodgrass, 39-F-PA/PA/PA wife, married first age 23
Lois H. Snodgrass, 12-F-PA/PA/PA daughter
David P. Snodgrass, 8-M-PA/PA/PA son
Dorothy J. Snodgrass, 5-F-PA/PA/PA daughter
1930 census, Smith, Washington Co., PA:
John T. Snodgrass, 49-M-WV/WV/MD married first age 25, steam shovel engineer, stripping coal
Norma Snodgrass, 45-F-PA/MD/WV wife, married first age 22
Nan Snodgrass, 22-F-NY/WV/PA daughter, saleslady, department store
Elizabeth Snodgrass, 21-F-RI/WV/PA daughter
Mary Snodgrass, 20-F-CT/WV/PA daughter
Laurence Snodgrass, 19-M-MD/WV/PA son
Jacqueline Snodgrass, 17-F-WV/WV/PA daughter
Virginia Snodgrass, 16-F-PA/WV/PA daughter
Sarah Snodgrass, 14-F-VA/WV/PA daughter
Norma Jane Snodgrass, 9-F-WV/WV/PA daughter
1930 census, Washington, Washington Co., PA:
Frank Snodgrass, 75-M-PA/PA/PA married first age 34, painter, house painter
Virginie S. Snoddgrass, 73-F-PA/PA/VA wife, married first age 28
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15 (Sep?) 1934 -- (newspaper clipping, Washington Co., PA) Snodgrass Reunion.
The descendants of William and Mary Todd Snodgrass and connections, held their annual reunion Saturday, the 15th, at Sunset Park, having picked a fine day for the event--an ideal day. There were about seventy relatives and friends present, from Osceola, NE; Steubenville, OH; Weirton, WV; Fairmont, WV; Pittsburgh, New Castle, Daisytown, Hookstown, Clinton, Houston, Woodville, Washington, Buffalo, and Claysville, PA. At noon a bountiful picnic dinner was served on tables in the pavilion. No program was arranged this year. The day was spent in recalling old times, renewing acquaintances, pitching horseshoes and swimming. The presence of Dr. David Smith and daughter, Mrs. Ruth Cornish, of Osceola, NE, contributed greatly to the pleasure of the day. During the afternoon the assembly was called to order by the vice president, Edward Ralston. Several of the group gave talks, and David Snodgrass, gave a solo. All stood reverently with bowed heads while Rev. G. W. Snodgrass led in prayer in memory of those who had departed, and joined in singing, "God Be With You 'Till We Meet Again." Officers elected for the ensuing year are as follows: President, Ed Ralston, Buffalo, PA; vice president, Rev. G. W. Snodgrass, Daisytown, PA; secretary-treasurer, Mrs. W. R. Dennison, Washington, PA. Oldest members of the clan present were: Mrs. Nancy Miller, Claysville, 82; Robert G. Snodgrass, Mahoningtown, PA, in his 80th year. It was the wish of the clan to hold the next reunion at the same place, the first Saturday of September, 1935.
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23 Oct 1937 -- Claysville Recorder (Washington Co., PA), 29 Oct 1937: Rob't Snodgrass, With Back Broken 32 Years, Died Oct. 23.
Robert G. Snodgrass, Jr., or "Bobby" to his old friends, formerly of Claysville and Donegal township near Coon Island, and the past seven years resident of Moravia, Lawrence Co., PA, died near seven o'clock Saturday morning, 23 Oct 1937, in Jameson Memorial Hospital, New Castle, PA, aged 45 years. At the age of 13, Bobby had a fall that caused a broken back. He [illegible] and through 32 years of requiring upright posture much of the time, driving about with his horse and buggy attending to errands and the delivery of farm produce, he [illegible] that very [illegible] injury. Folks who knew of his injury admired his [illegible] For that reason he would always be "Bobby" to them. Recently he had a fall that caused a sprain and later another fall caused a fracture of a leg. Examination in the hospital disclosed that the fall in a ditch on the Claysville School grounds when a pupil there had caused partial fracture of the vertebrae, a disability attributed to scarlet fever. The later fall completed that break of the back. He was an extensive reader and interested in radio activity.
The funeral service was held the forenoon of 25 Oct, conducted by Rev. T. C. Henderson, Pastor of the Presbyterian church, who had performed similar service 30 March last when his father passed away. Assisting was a relative, Rev. George W. Snodgrass, of Daisytown, PA. The pallbearers were William Bright, James Bright, Robert Henderson, Robert Snodgrass, Russell Brodbeck Jr., and William Dennison Jr. The [burial] was in Claysville cemetery.
Bobby was a son of Robert G. and Adalline Whiteman Snodgrass. Their home was on upper Wayne street. Prior to and after the period of their residence there, they resided on the farm. Bobby attended the local schools and the Sunday School of the M. E. church. The family moved to a farm near Moravia, 1927. Because of his disability he performed much labor. He leaves his mother, two sisters, Matilda wife of Attorney W. H. Dennison of Washington; Sarah, wife of J. R. Brodbeck of New Castle; Jennie, wife of John W. Ross; Josephine, wife of Attorney C. A. Patterson of New Castle, PA, and one brother, Archie F. Snodgrass, B. & O. locomotive engineer, West Pittsburgh, PA.
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24 Apr 1938 -- Washington Co., PA, Will Book 58, page 5: Alfred Snodgrass, d. 24 Apr 1938, will proved 31 Aug 1938, File #1515.
5 May 1938 -- See obituary, Wetzel Co., WV, of Ella Snodgrass, mother of Carl Snodgrass of Monongahela City.
27 Sep 1940 -- (newspaper clipping, Washington Co., PA) Wm. Snodgrass Descendants Reuned in Claysville Saturday.
Near fifty descendants of William Snodgrass, pioneer settler of Donegal Twp. were present at the re-union held 27 Sep 1940 Claysville Hotel dining room. A fine dinner was served and a short business meeting, presided over by President Howard Ralston. The following officers were elected for the new year: President, Mrs. Harriet Ba_r, Washington, PA; vice president, Mrs. Margaret Burns, Claysville; secretary-treasure, Mrs. Howard Ralston, Washington; historian, Mrs. Wm. R. Dennison, Washington. At the conclusion of the business period Mrs. W. R. Dennison gave an interesting history of the Snodgrass family.
Those present from out of town included Dr. David Smith, Osceola, NE; Mr. and Mrs. Clifford McMillan, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Holmes and Daughter Nancy, Pittsburgh; Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Dennison, Mary and Susie Ralston, Mrs. Emma Potter, Mrs. Harriet Barr, Washington; Rev. and Mrs. George W. Snodgrass, Daisytown; Mr. and Mrs. West and family, Rice's Landing; Mrs. Florence Snodgrass, Garfield Snodgrass, Steubenville, OH; Mr. and Mrs. Ed Ralston, Buffalo, PA; Mrs. Baker, Mr. and Mrs. John Melvin, and family, Bookstown, Pa; Mrs. Jeanne De______, Wheeling; Mrs. Grant Morton, Washington; Albert Smith, Pitts.
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12 Feb 1941 -- (obituary, Washington Co., PA) Funeral of Mrs. R. G. Snodgrass Saturday Afternoon at 2:30.
Mrs. Adaline Whiteman Snodgrass, widow of the late Robert Graham Snodgrass, who had spent three score and ten years in this community and since 1927 had resided in Lawrence Co., died at New Castle, PA, at 11:00 p.m. Wed. 12 Feb 1941, after illness of but two days.
The remains are to reach Claysville at 10:30 Saturday and may be viewed at the Brownlee Funeral Home. The service is to be held the same afternoon at 2:30 p.m. in charge of the Rev. George W. Snodgrass. Interment will be in the family lot in Claysville cemetery.
Her marriage to R. G. Snodgrass took place 24 Feb 1880. They located on a farm near Coon Island, remaining a number of years and came thence to Claysville, residing on Wayne Street, the home now occupied by Mr. and Mrs. Magnus Shaler. During part of that period, Mr. Snodgrass was engaged in the hardware trade as partner in the firm of Rogers and Snodgrass. While residing here also, Mrs. Snodgrass was active as a member of the Claysville W.C.T.U. the family were members of the Claysville Methodist church, the Sunday School, and the Epworth League. They returned to their own farm near Coon Island and after a few years moved in 1927 to Moravia, PA, where Mrs. Snodgrass continued to reside until after the death of her husband.
Her husband died 29 Mar 1937. She leaves four daughters and one son: Matilda S., wife of Attorney Wm. R. Dennison, Washington, PA; Susan B., wife of J. Russell Brodbeck, of New Castle; Jennie M., wife of J. Wesley Ross, of Beaver Falls, PA; Josephine A., wife of Attorney Clarence A. Patterson, of New Castle; and Archibald E. Snodgrass, veteran B. & O. locomotive engineer, of West Pittsburgh; twelve grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. She was the last of her family.
A son, Robert Graham Snodgrass, Jr., preceded her in death.
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17 Oct 1949 -- (obituary, Washington Co., PA)
Rev. George W. Snodgrass, 85, veteran Presbyterian Minister, died at his home, Main Street, Monday afternoon, 17 Oct 1949, following a short illness.
Rev. Snodgrass served many communities in Washington and Greene Counties and for a time worked among the Indians in Oklahoma.
A native of Donegal Twp., he was born 15 Jan 1864, a son of the late Washington and Elizabeth Marshman Snodgrass. He spent most of his early years in Donegal and Cross Creek Twps.
He attended Southwestern State Normal School at California, graduating in 1886. He then taught school in Washington County prior to attending Ohio Northern University in Ada, OH, and Miami University at Oxford, OH.
Mr. Snodgrass was graduated from Lane Theological Seminary in Cincinnati, OH, in May 1893, and following his ordination into the Presbyterian ministry served various churches in Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Pennsylvania until his retirement in 1939. He acted as stated supply in Washington Presbytery until 1948.
His first charge was in Charleroi. He later did mission work among the Indians in Oklahoma and Arkansas. He returned to Pennsylvania and was in charge of a mission at Burgettstown, moving from there to the pastorate of Upper Buffalo Presbyterian Church and then to Hewitt and Jefferson churches in Greene County. He continued his mission work when he became pastor of Coal Center Church and Daisytown mission. He moved to Claysville in 1940.
Mr. Snodgrass was united in marriage with Mary Coles, of Rising Sun, IN, who died in May 1919. To this union were born seven children, five of whom survive.
In 1931 he was married to Kathleen Hawthorne, who survives.
He leaves three daughters and two sons: Mrs. Georgie West, of Rices Landing; Hubert E. of Mt. Clemens, MI; Mrs. Ruth Dyer, of Ridgefield Park, NJ; Mrs. Mary Nofsinger, of Oakdale; and John, of Valparaiso, IN; a half-sister Florence Snodgrass, of Steubenville, OH.
Also surviving are 12 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
Funeral services were held at the Claysville Presbyterian Church, Wednesday, 19 Oct 1949, at 1:30 p.m. in charge of Rev. Arthur A. Hays of Washington, PA, assisted by Rev. W. A. Martin, pastor of the Claysville church. Interment was in the Buffalo Cemetery.
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6 Aug 1953 -- Frank D. Snodgrass paid for Lot 215 in the Pigeon Creek United Presbyterian Church Cemetery, Dunningsville, Somerset Twp., Washington Co., PA. There is only one headstone on the lot: Laura R. Devore, 1904-1953, Our Mother.
31 Jan 1959 -- (obituary, Washington Co., PA) Charles Stull Was Known Here.
Charles C. Stull, 92, husband of the former Jennie May Snodgrass of Donegal Twp., died Saturday 31 Jan 1959 at the home of a daughter, Mrs. Marcia Weaver, in Parlier, CA.
Mr. Stull was born 14 Feb 1866 at Maengo, IL, but spent his youth in Nebraska, where his father, a Union veteran, had taken up land to homestead.
In 1891 he was united in marriage with the former Jennie May Snodgrass of Donley in Donegal Twp. In 1907 they homesteaded in Kansas. When the railroad went through from Dodge City to Elkhart, Stull opened a store, restaurant, real estate and insurance office and telephone exchange, and Mrs. Stull became postmistress.
Mrs. Stull preceded him in death in 1950.
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11 Jul 1960 -- (obituary, Washington Co., PA) Mrs. Hazel Manon Was Church Treasurer
Mrs. Hazel S. Manon, 61, a native of Claysville, died at the Washington Hospital, Monday 11 Jul 1960 at 8:45 a.m. after an illness of three xxx.
Mrs. Manon was born in Claysville 9 Mar 1899, a daughter of the late Samuel and Lizzie Mealy Snodgrass, and spent her entire life in this community.
Mrs. Manon was a Rural mail Carrier for a time and later was employed as a clerk in the Claysville Post Office and leaving that office she became the linotype operator in The Recorder office, a job she held for 20 years.
She was a member of the Claysville Christian Church and the Lend-A-Hand Class and the Women's Missionary Society. At the time of her death she was serving as secretary and treasurer of the church.
On 28 Oct 1926 she was united in marriage with Roy Manon, who survives.
Surviving beside her husband is one sister, Mrs. Katherine Beadling, Belle Vernon, PA. RD 3; and one brother, Ralph F. Snodgrass, Claysville, two nephews and several aunts.
Funeral services were held at the Brownlee Funeral Home Thursday 14 Jul at 3 p.m. in charge of her pastor, Rev. A. Boyd Keys of the Christian Church. Interment was in Claysville Cemetery.
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31 Jul 1963 -- (obituary, Washington Co., PA) John G. Snodgrass: Buffalo Twp. Farmer.
John G. Snodgrass, 84, native and well known farmer of Buffalo Twp., died unexpectedly at his home, Claysville, RD 1, at 4:15 p.m., Wednesday 31 Jul 1963.
He was born in Buffalo Twp., 18 Jan 1879, a son of the late Samuel and Esther Graham Snodgrass. He spent his entire life in his native community, engaging in farming. He was the last member of his immediate family.
Mr. Snodgrass was a member of the Taylorstown United Presbyterian Church, where he served for several years as an elder.
On 22 May 1913 he was united in marriage with Ina M. Sawhill, and they observed their fiftieth wedding anniversary this year.
Surviving is his wife and one daughter, Esther Jane, wife of Ed Whitemore of Fredericktown, OH, RD2. A son, John S. Snodgrass, preceded him in death.
Friends will be received at the R. A. Brownlee Funeral Home from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday and from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday, where funeral services will be held Saturday, 3 Aug at 1 p.m., in charge of Rev. John Mark Scott, pastor of the North Buffalo United Presbyterian Church. Interment will follow in the Claysville Cemetery.
<Desc. of William & Margaret Snodgrass of Washington Co., PA>
2 May 1965 -- (obituary, Washington Co., PA)
Mrs. Ina M. Snodgrass, 88, of Buffalo Twp., Claysville, R.D. 1, died at 2:10 p.m. Sunday, 2 May 1965 in Washington Hospital after an illness of two weeks.
Mrs. Snodgrass was born in Blaine Twp., a daughter of John and Jane Zeigler Sawhill. She had resided at Claysville, R.D. 1 for 52 years. She was a member of Taylorstown United Presbyterian Church and Margaret Harsha Missionary Society.
She was married to John G. Snodgrass, who died 31 Jul 1963.
Surviving are one daughter, Esther Jane, wife of Edward A. Whittemore, Fredericktown, OH, R.D. 2; one sister Miss Alice Sawhill, Washington; one brother, Oscar H. Sawhill, Avella, R.D. 1, and several nieces and nephews. Eight brothers and sisters are deceased.
Funeral services were held Wednesday 5 May 1965 at 1:30 p.m. in the Ray A. Brownlee Funeral Home, Claysville. Services were in charge of Rev. D. C. Marshall, pastor of Taylorstown U. P. Church and Rev. John M. Scott, pastor of North Buffalo U. P. Church. Burial was in Claysville Cemetery.
<Desc. of William & Margaret Snodgrass of Washington Co., PA>
ca. 1967 -- (newspaper clipping, Washington Co., PA) Airman S. L. Snodgrass Completes Training.
San Antonia--Airman Stanley L. Snodgrass, son of Mr. and Mrs. Harry L. Snodgrass of RD 1, Claysville, PA, has completed basic training at Lackland AFB Texas. He has been assigned to the Air Force Technical Training Center at Amarilla AFB, TX, for specialized schooling as a personnel specialist. Airman Snodgrass is a 1967 graduate of McGuffey High School.
6 Jan 1970 -- (obituary, Washington Co., PA) Ralph F. Snodgrass Was Donegal Native.
Ralph Finley (Deacon) Snodgrass, 69, native of Donegal Twp., died in the Charleroi-Monessen Hospital, Sunday, 6 Dec 1970, where he had been seriously ill for five days.
Deacon was born in Donegal Twp., 14 Nov 1901, a son of the late Samuel H. and Lizzie Mealy Snodgrass. He attended the local schools and was graduated from Claysville High School in the Class of 1921.
He served as substitute mail carrier for a number of years, and at the time of his retirement was employed by the Pennsylvania Department of Highways.
Following his retirement, he went to Belle Vernon, PA, to make his home with his sister, Mrs. Katherine A. Beadling, who survives. Also surviving are a number of nieces and nephews.
A sister, Hazel Manon, preceded him in death a number of years ago.
Funeral services were held at the Brownlee Funeral Home, Wednesday, 9 Dec 1970 at 11 a.m., in charge of Rev. Giard Sayre, pastor of the Claysville United Methodist Church. Interment was in the Claysville Cemetery.
<Desc. of William Snodgrass & Margaret Todd>
1980 -- Land Atlas & Plat Book, Washington Co., PA:
Snodgrass Farm [subdivision] in Peters Twp.
Marg. & Wm. Snodgrass own 36.8 acres, mostly in Fallowfield Twp., a bit in Carroll Twp.
Margaret Snodgrass & William H. Snodgrass own 51.2 acres in Carroll Twp.
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CIVIL WAR PENSION APPLICATION
Washington Snodgrass, cert. no. 547,934
Declaration for Pension
Washington Co., PA
27 Feb 1907 personally appeared... Washington Snodgrass... in the 75th year of his age, and a resident of Cross Creek Twp., Washington Co., PA... enrolled at Independence, PA... on 14 Jul 1863 as a private in Co. H, 46th Regt. PA Inf... in the Civil War and was honorably discharged near Alexandria, VA, on 16 Jul 1865... That his personal description at enlistment was 5'9" tall, fair complexion, grey eyes, dark hair, occupation laborer; born 17 Jun 1832 in Donegal Twp., Washington Co., PA... that he has resided in Washington Co. since the service... That he has heretofore applied for pension No. 961,640. That his P.O. is Cross Creek, Washington Co., PA.
[signed] Washington (his x mark) Snodgrass
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Questionnaire dated 12 Dec 1897; answered 20 Dec 1997.
My last wife's name Mary E. Dougan, d. 2 Mar 1897.
We were married 25 May 1869 at Ralf Realston, dec'd, by Rev. Joseph Medsger; record of marriage, a marriage certificate and also recorded in my Family Bible. I was previously married to Elizabeth Marshman, 19 May 1859; she died 8 Feb 1868.
I have eight children, all living:
by first wife:
John A., b. 5 Aug 1860.
David N., b. 23 Feb 1862.
George W., b. 15 Jan 1864.
Thomas C., b. 10 Oct 1866.
by last wife
Florence P., b. 5 Oct 1870.
R. Todd, b. 28 Dec 1872.
Wm. Alonzo, b. 15 Oct 1874.
J. A. Garfield, b. 24 Dec 1881.
[signed] Washington Snodgrass
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<Desc. of William Snodgrass & Margaret Todd>
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Keyhole, Quarterly Publication of the Genealogical Society of Southwestern PA.
Jan 1982, pages 12-12:
Samuel Graham Family Bible, Washington Co., PA.
BIRTHS:
Mary Graham born 29th of August 1804
John Graham born 22nd of April 1806
Esther Graham born 7th of May 1808
Sarah Jane Graham born 22nd of August 1830
Nancy Johnson (Johnston?) Graham born 11th April 1832
Rosanna May Graham born 28th Feb. 1834
Esther Hannah Graham born 31st Jan. 1836
MARRIAGES:
Samuel Graham married Rachel Jeffrey 1st day of Nov. 1803
Later the record states Samuel Graham married Hannah Way--the page torn and part lost, can't read date--month if Feb.
Mary Graham married Thomas Hodgens 26th of Dec. 1826
Rosanna M. Graham married Nathaniel Neely 4th of Oct. 1864
Esther H. Graham married Samuel M. Snodgrass 10th May 1865
(Grandparents of Esther Jane Snodgrass Whittemore)
Nancy J. Graham married Thomas McCullough 19th of Dec. 1865
DEATHS:
Rachael Graham died on the 14th of July 1811
Esther Graham died on the 14th of July 1815
Sarah Jane Graham died on the 16th of February 1841
Samuel Graham died on the 23rd of March 1850
Hannah Graham died on the 17th of November 1869
John Graham and son Sammie was killed with the cars the 23rd of April 1871 aged 85. Sammie aged 7 years in Washington, Iowa.
Mary Graham Hodgens died on the 28th of Nov. 1903 aged 99 yrs 3 mos.
Rosananna W. Neely died Dec. 6, 1898
Esther Hannah Graham Snodgrass died November 7, 1915.
Nancy Johnston Graham McCullough died February 12, 1916
Daughter born on 3rd Jan. 1871 and died on 5th Feb. 1871
William Albert Snodgrass died on Monday March 12, 1900
Esther Hannah Graham Snodgrass departed this life Sabbath at two forty-five P.M. November 7, 1915.
Samuel McCullough Snodgrass departed this life Saturday morning at nine twenty five A.M. June 26, 1926. Age 86 yrs. 11 mos. and 17 days.
Ellen Nora Snodgrass died Sabbath morning at 4 A.M. Dec. 23, 1928
Margaret Elizabeth Snodgrass Kerr died Wed. Morning Oct 30, 1929 at 12:25 A.M.
DEATHS:
Mary Hannah Snodgrass Maxwell died Feb. 2, 1944
John Samuel Snodgrass died March 26, 1945. Son of John G. and Ina Snodgrass
Samuel Graham Snodgrass died June 1, 1946
John Graham Snodgrass died May 31, 1963
Ina M. Sawhill Snodgrass wife of John G. died May 2, 1965
MARRIAGE CERTIFICATE:
Samuel McCullough Snodgrass of Mahoning Co. Ohio and Esther Hannah Graham of Washington Co. Pa. on the 10th May 1865 near Taylorstown, by Rev. J. R. Johnson of Washington, Pa.
BIRTHS
Margaret Elizabeth on 25th March 1866
William Albert on 25th March 1866 twins
Mary Hannah on the 15th Oct. 1869
Ellen Nora on the 22nd March 1873
Samuel Graham on the 4th of May 1875
John Graham on the 18th of Jan. 1879
Esther Jane Snodgrass born Apr. 20, 1914
John Samuel Snodgrass born July 10, 1917
(The last two children of John G. and Ina Snodgrass)
MARRIAGES:
Maggie E. Snodgrass and Andrew Kerr were married on the 10th day of Jan 1894
Mary H. Snodgrass and John C. H. Maxwell were married on the 20th day of Nov. 1902
John G. Snodgrass and Ina Sawhill were married on 22nd of May 1913
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This information was given to Florence Eleanor White O'Niel by Esther Jane Snodgrass Whittemore, 2 Boyd St. Rt. 4, Fredericktown, OH 43019 in 1981. Eleanor's address is now 1611 Minutemen Cswy. Apt. 111, Cocoa Beach, FL 32931. P.S. Last minute note from Eleanor, states I enclose one page where I believe it shows John Graham and gr son (instead of son) was killed with the cars 23 Apr 1891. Thanks.
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Keyhole, Quarterly Publication of the Genealogical Society of Southwestern PA.
vol. XIV no. 4 - Oct 1986 - Fall issue, pages 171-72
SAMUEL SNODGRASS FAMILY RECORDS
Xeroxed pages written on ruled tablet paper were sent to us with no owner's name or contributor's identification. An envelope postmarked 9 Nov 1899 and addressed to Mr. Samuel Snodgrass, Taylorstown, Washington County, Pa. is the only identification of the area where these people may have lived. The Snodgrass farm is near the North Buffalo United Presbyterian Church in Buffalo Township and in 1986 is owned by Kenneth and Elizabeth Carlisle who told us the couple that lived there had only one daughter and that they were each the last and only children in their respective families.
Robbert Cambel was boarn Oct the 6th 1823
William Snodgrass was boarn Febuary the 12th 1768
Margaret Snodgrass was boarn Aprile the 15th 1780
William and Margaret wase married December the 27th 1798
Births of the Snodgrass Family
Jean was boarn Aprile the 19th 1800
Sally bel was boarn June 27th 1802
James Patterson (Snodgrass) was boarn Sept 21 1804
William was boarn Dec the 19 1807
Mary was boarn April 7th 1809
Eliza was boarn October the 11th 1810
Margaret was boarn January the 9 1813
Samuel was boarn March the 4th 1815
John was boarn April 4th 1817
Kezia Brotherton was boarn April 26th 1819
Mary Hannh was boarn May the 31st 1821
[Here the record becomes pages and parts of pages torn from a Bible with Births and Deaths in side columns.]
Births
Mary (torn)benlserson(?) Snodgrass was born December the 3..A.D. 1837
Samuel McCullough Snodgrass was born July the 9th AD 1839
John Chambers Snodgrass was born March 6th AD 1841
Elisabeth Snodgrass was born August 2th Anno Domini 1843
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David Snodgrass was born January 11th Anno Domini 1845
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James Francis Snodgrass was born Nov 17th Anno Domini 1847
Margaret E. Snodgrass was born May the 14th A.D. 1850
Clurrindia J. Snodgrass was born July the 22
(part of page torn off) wife of[?] William Snodgrass was born August the 19th A.D. 1832
Sarah Jane Snodgrass was born Aprile the 19 A.D. 1834
William Camel Snodgrass was born on October the 25th A.D. 1835
Deaths
William Camel[lined out] Snodgrass died February 17 A.D. 1882 Aged 75 years.
John C. Snodgrass died the 27 of March 1910 in Los Angeles, Cal.
David Snodgrass shot by burgler April 21 A.D. 1882
Thomas Snodgrass died February 10th A.D. 1901 Aged 68 years 4 months and 11 days
Ellen Snodgrass wife of Thomas died January 22 A.D. 1887
James F. Snodgrass died on the 23 of Feb 1912 Aged 64 yrs 3 mon 6 days
(part of page torn off) son of Wm. Snodgrass departed this life May the 2 Anno Domini 1853 Aged 17 years 5 months & 1 day.
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