Re: TELFER FROM JEDBURGH TO USA
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TELFER FROM JEDBURGH TO USA
gilbert scott 11/10/06
My g,g,g, grandfather Gilbert Telfer was b ca 1768 in Roxburghshire, Scotland. He married Janet Amos b 1773 in Westerfalside, Southdean Paridh; which is south of Jedburgh. Their first child Betty was b abt 1794 in Hawick, Hobkirk Parish. Gilbert's occupation was a Hind and so moved all over looking for the best paying job. Gilbert was still living in the 1841 Census.
Their 4th child, my g,g, Grandmother Isabel b 1801 in Hadden, Sprouston Parish and m THomas Hendry abt 1830/31.
Isabel and Thomas had their first three children in Morebaattle Parish and then in 1837 came to America. They settle in Argyle Twp, Washington Co., NY
Hope that we can find a connection. I would love to know who Gilberts' parents were. We sorta feel maybe it would be a James according to the naming pattern.
Hope to hear from you.
Joan