Elemuel HARRIS
Harris DNA Group #6
Is of the “First Families of Virginia” [FFV]
Ancestors of Elemuel HARRIS
1. Robert HARRIS + Mourning GLENN [New Kent Co., VA, then Hanover Co., VA, then Albemarle Co., VA]
2. Christopher HARRIS + Mary DABNEY [Albemarle Co., VA, then Madison Co., KY]
3. Dabney HARRIS + Mary Unknown [Albemarle Co., VA, then Wilkes/Surry Cos., NC, then Washington Co., VA]
4. Benjamin HARRIS Sr + Anna Unknown [NC, then Washington Co., VA, then Pulaski Co., KY]
5. Elemuel HARRIS + Elizabeth CASH [Pulaski Co., KY, then MO, then Garrard Co., KY]
Descendants of Elemuel HARRIS
Elemuel HARRIS [Benjamin4, Dabney3, Christopher2, Robert1]
Elemuel HARRIS, son of Benjamin HARRIS Sr and Anna, was born before 06 AUG 1810 in Pulaski Co., KY and died after 1880 in Garrard Co., KY.
· Elemuels siblings were: Sarah [M: Achilles Jasper], Benjamin [M: Elizabeth Deweese], Mary Ann [M: Lawrence Vanhook, Peter Burket], Tyre [M: Abigail Hall], Rhoda [M: Joshua Wilson], & Jemima [M: Terrill Jasper, George Brown].
He worked as a Gatekeeper in Garrard Co., KY.
He appeared on the US Fed census in 1850 in Div #1 Garrard Co., KY. age 39 y/o
He appeared on the US Fed census in 1860 in Lancaster, Garrard Co., KY. age 49 y/o
He appeared on the Us Fed census in 1870 in Garrard Co., KY. age 59 y/o
He appeared on the 1880 US Fed census 22 JUN 1880 in Lancaster, Garrard Co., KY. age 69 y/o
Elemuel married Elizabeth CASH about 1833 in KY. Elizabeth was born in 1815 in KY and died after 1880 in KY. They had five children: William C, Samuel B, [Son, name not known], Elijah W, and James B.
AKA: Bettie - Eliza
She appeared on the 1880 US Fed census in Lancaster, Garrard Co., KY. age 65 y/o
1. William “Cash” HARRIS [Elemuel5, Benjamin4, Dabney3, Christopher2, Robert1] was born about 1836 in Rockcastle Co., KY and died after 1870.
He appeared on the US Federal Census 04 JUN 1860.
Name: W Cash Harris
Age in 1860: 24
Birth Year: abt 1836
Birthplace: Kentucky
Home in 1860: Lancaster, Garrard, Kentucky
Gender: Male
Post Office: Lancaster
Note: Brother Samuel B. living in home. He worked in the post office.
Address of birth: Kentucky Marriage Records, 1852-1914, Rockcastle Co., KY.
County of birth listed on Marriage record.
He worked as a Post Master & Sorter 02 JUN 1860 in Lancaster, Garrard Co., KY.
Source: Census
William married John Ann MERRELL 19 OCT 1857 in Garrard Co., KY. John was born about 1839 in Fayette Co., KY. They had two children: Elizabeth Cash and Susan.
Source: Kentucky Marriage Records, 1852-1914.
Name: John A Merrell
Age: 18
Est. Birth Year: abt 1839
Birth Location: Fayette
Residence: Garrard
Spouse Name: W C Harris
Spouse Age: 23
Est. Spouse Birth Year: abt 1834
Spouse Birth Location: Rockcastle
Spouse Residence: Garrard
Marriage Date: 19 Oct 1857
County of Record: Garrard
AKA: Joann, Johnanna, Johanna, MERRILL
1. Elizabeth Cash HARRIS [William6, Elemuel5, Benjamin4, Dabney3, Christopher2, Robert1] was born 09 DEC 1858 in Lancaster, Garrard Co., KY.
Birth Record: Kentucky Birth Records, 1852-1910, Garrard Co., KY.
She appeared on the US Federal census 04 JUN 1860 in Lancaster, Garrard Co., KY.
Listed as “E. Cash” Harris - age 1 yr old.
2. Susan HARRIS [William6, Elemuel5, Benjamin4, Dabney3, Christopher2, Robert1] was born 13 DEC 1863 in Lancaster, Garrard Co., KY and died 18 AUG 1928 in Jefferson Co., KY at age 64.
Newspaper Article: The Central Record, Lancaster, KY. March 06, 1908, Image 3
Mrs. E W Harris has returned from a visit to her daughter Mrs. William Walker of Deeson Miss and Mrs. 0 H Irvine of Louisville.
Death Record: Kentucky Death Records, 1852-1953.
Name: Mrs Susan Harris Irvine
Death Date: 18 Aug 1928
Death Location: Jefferson
Residence Location: Jefferson
Age: 64
Gender: Female
Ethnicity: White
Birth Date: 13 Dec 1863
Birth Location: Lancaster, Kentucky
Spouse's Name: Ormont H Irvine
Father's Name: Cash Harris
Father's Birth Location: Missouri
Mother's Name: Johnanna Merrill
Mother's Birth Location: Hinesboro, Illinois
Susan married Ormond Hunter IRVINE 17 FEB 1885 in Garrard Co., KY. Ormond was born in KY.
Marriage Record: Garrard County Marriages 1851 - 1926. Irvine, O.H. - Feb. 17, 1885 - Harris, Susie
2. Samuel B HARRIS [Elemuel5, Benjamin4, Dabney3, Christopher2, Robert1] was born in 1838 in Pulaski Co., KY.
3. Male HARRIS [Elemuel5, Benjamin4, Dabney3, Christopher2, Robert1] was born about 1840 in Pulaski Co., KY.
4. Elijah W HARRIS [Elemuel5, Benjamin4, Dabney3, Christopher2, Robert1] was born 11 NOV 1845 in MO and died 23 JUN 1922 in Lancaster, Garrard Co., KY at age 76.
Death Record: Garrard County Deaths: 1911 - 2000.
Last Name First Name MI Age Death Date Cert. #
HARRIS ELIJAH W 077 - 06/23/1922 - 13215
Source:: Kentucky 1910 Miracode Index Record.
He worked as a Tax Collector and Treasurer in Garrard Co., KY.
He worked as a Judge in Garrard Co., KY.
Name: Elijah W Harris
Birthplace: Kentucky [Error, born MO.]
County: Garrard, Lancaster
Relatives: Wife, Kathran 64, Kentucky
Son-in-law: William D Walker 35, Kentucky
Daughter: Florence H 33, Kentucky
Enumeration District: 0028
Visit: 0013
Color: W
Age: 64
Newspaper Article: The Central Record, Lancaster KY.
January 17, 1901, Image 1
Harding & Miller Music Co
The strong combination of Harding Miller and Harding Riehm the largest line of pianos and organs in central states lowest prices easiest terms and best instruments in the world Business booming If I am too busy to talk to you leave your order with E W Harris North West corner Public Square where you will find samples of our goods for inspection Geo M Overman Salesman
December 05, 1901, Image 1
December 10th
Value of Town Property
City Assessor E W Harris filed his books with the City Council Monday evening having completed his orWi as such They show the amount of taxable property in town as 815387 an increase over last years list of 40340 Total number of voters 430 there being 230 whites and 200 colored. where as the question of amount of property in town frequently comes up for discussion THE RECORD advises that you to cut this item out for reference
April 24, 1902, Image 3
If you have not paid your taxes you will find Sanders and Ward in E W Harris store preparing to advertise your stuff. Do not say you had no warning you can save just by paying before we reach your name Sanders & Ward
Redemption or School Bonds
The following bonds Nos 16, 18, 19, 29, 33, 57, 68, 69 will be retired July 1 1902. All persons holding same are notified to present them to E W Harris treasurer July 1 1902 for payment after above date no interest will be paid on them. J B Kinnaird Secretary Pres
June 12, 1903, Image 3
I have a little unpaid school tax on my books for the year 1 O2 if not paid in a few days will be advertised as the law requires me to close my books E W Harris Treas
July 29, 1904, Image 1
Best of the Season
Mr. E W Harris has thanks for some of the largest and finest tomatoes of the season. Although unusual in size yet they are as smooth as a hen egg and delicious in taste.
March 24, 1905, Image 3
Flowers - Flowers - Flowers
I have succeeded Mr J C Thompson in the handling of cut flowers. All kinds of flowers and designs on short notice. Get my prices. Leave orders with E W Harris. Logan Smith
September 01, 1905, Image 3
Notice
Year tax 1905 is now ready. Please call at once and settle I have a little unpaid tax for the year 1904 that must be settle at once. Those in arrears please call at once and settle and save cost. E W Harris Treas
November 13, 1908, Image 3
Notice
If you want to save the penalty on school tax call and settle before the 1st of December. E W Harris Treas
*NOTE: There were many entries on E W Harris collecting the tax. Not all listed here; they were all worded about same.
Newspaper Article: The Interior Journal, STANFORD KY, 24 NOV 1908.
Nov 24 1008, Image 3
JUDGE E W HARRIS and wife of Lancaster attended the burial of Mr. John F Cash.
He appeared on the US Federal census in 1910. Elijah says he was married 1 time, 40 years and had 5ch-5living, and his wife is listed as Kathran and he was a “harness shop owner”.
Elijah married Elizabeth C ADAMS 25 DEC 1866 in Garrard Co., KY. Elizabeth was born 10 SEP 1844 in KY and died 09 FEB 1927 in Lancaster, Garrard Co., KY at age 82. They had five children: William H., Samuel B., John Randolph, Florence G., and George B.
Source: Kentucky Marriages, 1851-1900 Record.
Name: ELIJAH W. HARRIS
Spouse: BETTIE ADAMS
Marriage Date: 25 Dec 1866
County: Garrard
State: KY
AKA: Bettie, Katherine, Katharn, Kate - middle name Catherine
Death Record: Garrard County Deaths: 1911 - 2000.
Last Name First Name MI Age Death Date Cert. #
HARRIS KATHERINE - 082 - 02/09/1927 - 03351
Death Record: Kentucky Death Records, 1852-1953.
Name: Katherine Harris
[Katherine Adams]
Death Date:9 Feb 1927
Death Location: Garrard
Residence Location: Garrard
Age:82
Gender: Female
Ethnicity: White
Birth Date:10 Sep 1844
Birth Location: Garrard
Spouse's name: E W Harris
Father's name: William S Adams
Father's Birth Location: Rockcastle
Mother's name: Betsy Ann Green
Mother's Birth Location: Garrard
Newspaper Article: The Central Record, Lancaster KY.
January 30, 1902, Image 3
Mrs. E W Harris received a telegram Monday from her brother-in-law J H Garrison, Dorado, Ark announcing the birth of a fine boy at their home.
Miss Lena Bright entertained Wednesday evening at tea, Mr. and Mrs. Joe Falconer Sr, Mr. and Mrs. W I C Williams, Mr. and Mrs. W O Rigney sr., and Mrs. E W Harris.
01, 1904, Image 3
Miss Anna Noel of Danville has been visiting Mrs. E W Harris.
March 06, 1908, Image 3
Miss Florence Darnell of Maysville is the guest of Mrs. E W Harris.
Mrs. E W Harris has returned from a visit to her daughter Mrs. William Walker of Deeson Miss and Mrs. 0 H Irvine of Louisville.
1. William H HARRIS [Elijah6, Elemuel5, Benjamin4, Dabney3, Christopher2, Robert1] was born 18 OCT 1867 in Lancaster, Garrard Co., KY and died 29 SEP 1949 in Fayette Co., KY at age 81.
He appeared on the 1870 US Federal Census Record census.
Name: William H Harris
Estimated Birth Year: abt 1868
Age in 1870: 02
Birthplace: Kentucky
Home in 1870: Lancaster, Garrard, Kentucky
Race: White
Gender: Male
Post Office: Lancaster
He worked as a R.R. Agent. Source: 1900 census
Death Record: Kentucky Death Records, 1852-1953.
Name: William H Harris
Death Date: 29 Sep 1949
Death Location: Fayette
Residence Location: Fayette
Age: 81
Gender: Male
Ethnicity: White
Birth Date: 18 Oct 1867
Birth Location: Lancaster, Kentucky
Father's name: Elijah Harris
Mother's name: Kate Adams
Newspaper Article: The Central Record, Lancaster KY.
June 07, 1900, Image 3
Stanford Democrat Jake Joseph isnt afflicted with chronic enthusiasm and is generally as cool as an ice pickled cucumber, but in telling us about Gen Gordons lecture at Lancaster he became excited and could hardly hold his self on the ground. It was the grandest thing I ever listened to and his lecture taught me more about the patriotism of this great country than I had ever dreamed of before. For the 75 cents I invested in a ticket l got value received a thousand times and if I had a chance Id follow him up and hear him lecture every night the year round he said.
In the trade edition of the Carlisle Mercury the following is printed;
W H Harris has for sixteen years engaged in railroad, there learning telegraphy and agents duties in the L N RR office at Lancaster KY his home town. Thirteen years ago he came to Carlisle to fill the office of operator and was soon thereafter advanced to the position of agent. Conservative in the discharge of the roads business very considerate in catering to the will of the many patrons of his office he has well entrenched himself with popularity. Carlisle is one of the heaviest if not the busiest shipping points along the L C N RR, being the freight distributing station for Carlisle and thirty-five smaller towns in the vicinity and likewise the receiving station for the various products each has to set abroad Mr. Harris is a member of the International Association of Ticket Agents and ever attends their annual outings. Is a member of the A 0 U W secret order and belongs to the Presbyterian church. Courteous and obliging he makes for Carlisle a railroad agent appreciate highly in all circles.
November 08, 1900, Image 3
W H Harris the popular operator of Carlisle spent Sunday with his parents Mr. and Mrs. E W Harris.
April 24, 1902, Image 3
Mr. W H Harris wife and Mrs. Scuder of Carlisle spent Sunday and Monday with Mr. and Mrs. E W Harris. He has been agent for the L and N at Carlisle for many years and stands high with its officials “Touch” is a deserving young man and has many Lancaster friends who will be glad to know he has made a success of life.
November 13, 1903, Image 3
Mrs. E W Harris is visiting her son Mr. Will Harris of Carlisle.
December 11, 1903, Image 3
Carlisle Mercury On Friday evening last W H Harris local agent of the L N entertained a number of his railroad friends at dinner and those in attendance were profuse in their praise of the feast spread. The dinner was served in seven courses and embraced all of the delicacies and substantials of the season, and the company paid high compliments to the ladies of Mr. Harris household by a demonstration more potent than words. It was said that the guests had information that Mr. Harris had returned from a successful bird hunt in Flemlag and came prepared.
January 29, 1904, Image 1
W H Harris Minstrels
W H Harris minstrels will appeal at the court house Friday night the 5th of February. The proceeds are to go toward erecting a new school house in place of one destroyed by fire. Capt. Harris has secured some professional men who will assist the local talent and a good show is promised. A special portion of the court house will be set apart for white people and those who attend will get their moneys worth. If you want to see a good show and at the same time help a good cause go.
March 24, 1905, Image 3
W H Harris of Carlisle was the guest of his parents Mr. E W Harris and wife Sunday.
September 01, 1905, Image 3
The Carlisle Mercury tells of a parting in that city in honor of Mrs. Wm H Harris which was a very delightful affair Mrs. Harris is the wife of a former Lancaster boy who has acted as L N agent there for many years but was recently. transferred to Paris.
July 24, 1907, Image 3
Mr. W H Harris of Paris visited his parents Mr. E W Harris and wife Sunday
William married Anna SCUDDER about 1896 in KY.
AKA: Annie
2. Samuel B HARRIS [Elijah6, Elemuel5, Benjamin4, Dabney3, Christopher2, Robert1] was born 30 SEP 1869 in Lancaster, Garrard Co., KY and died 31 MAR 1927 in Jefferson Co., KY at age 57.
He appeared on the 1870 US Federal Census Record census.
Name: Samuel B Harris
Estimated Birth Year: abt 1862
Age in 1870: 07
Birthplace: Kentucky
Home in 1870: Lancaster, Garrard, Kentucky
Race: White
Gender: Male
Post Office: Lancaster
Death Record: Kentucky Death Records, 1852-1953.
Name:
Death Date: 31 Mar 1927
Death Location: Jefferson
Residence Location: Jefferson
Age: 57
Gender: Male
Ethnicity: White
Birth Date: 30 Sep 1869
Birth Location: Lancaster, Kentucky
Father's name: Elijah W Harris
Father's Birth Location: Kentucky
Mother's name: Elizabeth
Mother's Birth Location: Kentucky
Newspaper Article: The Central Record, Lancaster KY.
May 17, 1900, Image 3
Mr. Sam Harris of Louisville will arrive Saturday to spend a weeks vacation with his parents Mr. E W Harris and wife.
January 01, 1904, Image 3
Sam Harris of Louisville spent several days during the holidays with his parents Mr. E W Harris and wife.
March 28, 1901, Image 2
Stock Items from Lincoln: Sam Harris sold to Weil 70 export I at 5cts
April 24, 1902, Image 3
Mr. Sam B Harris of Louisville spent Sunday with his parents Mr. and Mrs. E W Harris. Jowland greens are ripe but whether this had anything to do with his coming we are not prepared to say.
June 12, 1903, Image 3
Mr. Sam B Harris of Louisville has been visiting his parents Mr. and Mrs. E W Harris. Sam is holding down a good position with Bonnie Bros., the wholesale liquor men. He is a fine business man well known and very popular among Louisville businessmen
August 09, 1907, Image 3
Mr. Sam B Harris of Louisville is spending a few days with his parents Mr. and Mrs. E W Harris. Mr. Harris is making a great success in business being connected with the well known firm of Bonnie Bros and is to use a slang phrase “well fixed” in the world. Sam is a big hearted, whole souled, gentleman and why some good looking damsel has not captured him is a mystery indeed.
August 16, 1907, Image 3
Mr. Sam Harris who has been the guest of his parents Mr. and Mrs. E W Harris returned to Louisville Saturday.
July 15, 1910, Image 5
Mr. Sam Harris who has been here visiting his Father and Mother returned to his home in Louisville the first of this week.
3. John Randolph HARRIS [Elijah6, Elemuel5, Benjamin4, Dabney3, Christopher2, Robert1] was born about 1872 in Lancaster, Garrard Co., KY and died 19 MAY 1947 in Lincoln Co., KY about age 75.
AKA: J. R., Randolph, Ran
Newspaper Article: The Central Record, Lancaster, KY.
February 15 1900, Image 3
J Randolph Harris and wife of Lincoln County were visitors to Lancaster relatives this week.
October 25, 1900, Image 3
Mr. J Randolph Harris wife and baby of Turnersville were visiting Mr. E W Harris and family.
January 02 1902, Image 3
Mr. J Randolph Harris wife and baby of Lincoln were with Mr. E W Harris and wife a few days last week
January 23, 1902, Image 3
J Randolph Harris and family have moved here from Lincoln and have rooms with Mrs. Joe Falconer Sr. Mayor Robert Kinnaird and Cashier Cabell Denny of Lancaster were here Wednesday to view the work of the bank burglars. We are sorry that Mr. J Randolph Harris thought it best to move his family to Lancaster from Lincoln. We think he has made a mistake.
January 30, 1902, Image 3.
Mr. J Randolph Harris who had cases on THE RECORD for several years is again sticking em in this office. He's a rapid compositor and all round hustler.
Rev. J W Hagin and wife of Stanford visited J Randolph Harris and wife Sunday. Rev. Hagin conducted the funeral of Mrs. Beazley of Logan Creek who was buried here Sunday.
April 24, 1902, Image 3
Mr. J Randolph Harris wife and baby are at home again from a visit to relatives at Turnersville.
June 12, 1903, Image 3
Mr. J Randolph Harris wife and little daughter Katharine of Lincoln have been visiting the family of Mr. E W Harris.
October 30, 1903, Image 3
Mr. J R Harris wife and baby of Turnersvllle were here Sunday. Mr. Harris is conducting a large store in Turnersvllle and doing well.
September 16, 1904, Image 3
Mr. J R Harris wife and baby of Turnersville visited his parents Sunday. “Ran” is postmaster and runs a large store at Tunersville.
March 24, 1905, Image 3
J Randolph Harris wife and daughter Margaret of Lincoln have been guests of Mr. E W Harris and wife.
August 21, 1902, Image 3
Mr. Randolph Harris of Lincoln was here Saturday and Sunday with his parents Mr. and Mrs. E W Harris.
September 01, 1905, Image 3
Mesdames E W Harris and S B Henry have been visiting Mr. and Mrs. J R Harris of Turnersville.
December 01, 1905, Image 1
Randolph Harris and little daughter Katharine of Lancaster were visitors of Mr. E W Harris and family Sunday.
February 23, 1906, Image 3
Mr. J R Harris and wife who have been visiting his parents Mr. and Miss E W Harris have returned to Turnersville.
Newspaper Article: The Interior Journal, STANFORD KY, 20 OCT 1908.
OCT 20 1908, Image 3
J BAUGHMAN has sold to J Randolph Harris the residence on West Main occupied by Mr. A. J. Walden. Price private.
Death Record: Kentucky Death Records, 1852-1953.
Name: J Randolph Harris
Death Date: 19 May 1947
Death Location: Lincoln
Residence Location: Lincoln
Age: 73
Gender: Male
Ethnicity: White
Birth Date: 18 Jan 1874
Birth Location: Garrard, Kentucky
Spouse's Name: Kathleen Harris
Spouse's Age: 66
Father's Name: Elijah W Harris
Father's Birth Location: Rockcastle, Kentucky
Mother's Name: Kathryn Adams
Mother's Birth Location: Rockcastle, Kentucky
John married Mary E CASH in 1898 in KY. Mary was born in DEC 1871 in Lincoln Co., KY, died 13 NOV 1908 in Stanford, Lincoln Co., KY at age 36, and was buried in Buffalo Springs Cemetery, Stanford, Lincoln Co., KY. They had one daughter: Katherine.
Her obituary was published in “The Interior Journal” 13 NOV 1908 in Stanford, Lincoln Co., KY.
The Interior Journal STANFORD, KY Nov 13 1908, Image 3
J W HAGIN and family came over to attend the burial of Mrs. J Randolph Harris who was a sister of Mrs. Hagin.
HARRIS
After a long illness Mrs. J Randolph Harris breathed her last at the home of her parents Mr. and Mrs. John F Cash Tuesday evening. The end came peacefully and just as the shades of night were coming on the spirit of the young wife and mother returned to the God Who gave it. Deceased is survived by her husband and little daughter her parents two sisters and a brother and for them unbounded sympathy is felt. May they be given strength to bear their great burden and soon be made to fully realize that their loss is her eternal gain. Mrs. Harris was fully prepared to meet her maker having many years ago put her trust in Him Who reigns above and since had lived devoted Christian life. She was married 10 years ago to Mr. J Randolph Harris of Lancaster and their union had proven a most happy one. It was blessed by the arrival of a little daughter who was christened Katherine and who has been the source of great happiness and comfort to them. How sad it is to think that the little thing will never fully know a mothers love and tender care. But He moves in a mysterious way and will make provision for the motherless. Mrs. Harris frequently talked of dying and admonished those who were at her bedside to so live as to meet her on the other shore where parting is no more and joy is eternal. A large concourses of friends gathered at the Cash home yesterday morning at 10 o'clock and heard Rev H C Garrison of Danville preach a most excellent funeral ceremony. The burial followed in Buffalo cemetery and the mound that marks the resting place of the loving wife and tender mother was hidden by beautiful flowers brought by those who knew her and loved her.
Newspaper Article: The Central Record, 13 NOV 1908, Lancaster, Garrard Co., KY.
Sad Death -
The news of the death of Mrs. J R Harris at Stanford on Tuesday afternoon was received with feelings of regret and sorrow by all those who had had the good fortune to meet her. She was about thirty years old and was Miss Mary Cash of Lincoln County. She was married about ten years ago to Mr. J Randolph Harris of this city, son of Judge and Mrs. E W Harris, who has lived in Stanford since the marriage. Funeral services were held at the residence in Stanford on Thursday and the body was buried in Stanford Cemetery in the presence of many relatives and friends. She leaves a daughter age 8 years and the peoples tender, sincere condolence to her and her father.
Katherine HARRIS [J Randolph7, Elijah6, Elemuel5, Benjamin4, Dabney3, Christopher2, Robert1] was born in 1900 in Lancaster, Garrard Co., KY.
John next married Kathleen GRINSTEAD 08 OCT 1909 in Lancaster, Garrard Co., KY.
Newspaper Article: The Central Records, 08 OCT 1909, Lancaster, Garrard Co., KY.
October 08, 1909, Image 1
Beazley - Harris
Friday night at 8 o'clock Mrs. Catheryn Grinstead Beazley became the wife of Mr. J Randolph Harris. Rev T W Barker of the Methodist church performing the ceremony.
The wedding was a quiet one on account of the Illness of the formers daughter and only a few intimate friends and relatives were present The bride is a daughter of Rev W S Grinstead a former pastor of the Methodist church here, and is very popular and accomplished while the man of her choice is one of Lincoln Counties substantial, as well as most excellent citizens and their many friends here and elsewhere wish for them unbounded happiness.
- Interior Journal - The groom is a Garrard County man and of course it goes without saying that the above mention is altogether true.
[Note: “The Interior Journal”: Stanford, Lincoln Co., KY]
Marriage Fact: Kathleen was married to a “Beazley” prior to marrying J Randolph Harris.
AKA: Catheryn.
4. Florence G HARRIS [Elijah6, Elemuel5, Benjamin4, Dabney3, Christopher2, Robert1] was born in AUG 1876 in Lancaster, Garrard Co., KY.
Source: Kentucky Birth Records, 1852-1910.
Name: Harris [Florence]
Birth Date: Aug 1876
Birth County: Garrard
Ethnicity: White
Gender: Female
Father's Name: E W Harris
Mother's Name: Kate Adams
County of Residence: Garrard
Newspaper Article: The Central Record, Lancaster, KY.
November 08, 1900, Image 3
Miss Florence Harris has returned from a months visit to Mrs. Hunter Irvine in Louisville
November 13, 1903, Image 3
Miss Florence Harris entertained charmingly at a Flinch party Friday evening. Fruit was served and the evening was one of great pleasure.
April 15, 1904, Image 3
A splendid picture of Miss Florence Harris appeared in the Saturdays Courier.
Miss Florence Harris and Messrs John Walker and John Anderson have been members of a house party at the home of Florence Donnell of Mayville.
December 01, 1905, Image 1
Misses Florence Harris, Katie Simpson, and Dave Walker were in Danville the past week.
February 23, 1906, Image 3 [Wedding Announcement, see marriage notes]
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Florence married William D WALKER 22 FEB 1906 in Memphis, TN. William was born about 1853 and died 16 NOV 1933 in Garrard Co., KY about age 80.
They published an intent to marry, The Central Record, Lancaster KY, February 23, 1906, Image 3.
Mr. William D Walker and Miss Florence Harris were married at the Peabody Hotel in Memphis Tenn. yesterday afternoon As both bride and groom were born and reared in Lancaster they have a legion of warm friends and admirers here who while not surprised at the culmination of the long courtship, were taken a little by surprise at the novel place for the wedding Mr. Walker manages a large plantation at Deeson Mississippi and his time is so occupied that it was impossible for him to leave for more than a day. So the couple planned to meet at Memphis. She left Tuesday and was accompanied by the grooms brother 0 D Walker and Mr. and Mrs. W H Harris of Paris. Immediately after the ceremony Mr. and Mrs. Walker left for their home at Deeson. The relatives returning home the bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs.
E W Harris and is a young woman of many lovely traits of character. While Mr. Walker who is the son of Mr. and Mrs. J J Walker is one of the most sociable industrious and promising young gentlemen Lancaster has ever produced. The Record joins many Lancaster friends in well wishes.
Death Record: Kentucky Death Records 1911 - 2000.
Last Name First Name MI Age Death Place Residence Death Date Volume Certificate Death Volume
WALKER WILLIAM D - 058 - GARRARD 11/16/1933 - 052 - 25876 - 1933
Death Record: Kentucky Death Records, 1852-1953.
Name: William Doty Walker
Death Date: 16 Nov 1933
Death Location: Garrard
Residence Location: Garrard
Age: 58
Gender: Male
Ethnicity: White
Birth Date: 10 Apr 1875
Birth Location: Garrard
Spouse's Name: Florence Harris
Father's Name: Joel Walker
Father's Birth Location: Clay
Mother's Name: Julia Doty
Mother's Birth Location: Garrard
5. George B HARRIS [Elijah6, Elemuel5, Benjamin4, Dabney3, Christopher2, Robert1] was born about 1883 in Lancaster, Garrard Co., KY.
He appeared on the 1900 US Federal Census.
Name: George B Harris
Home in 1900: Lancaster, Garrard, Kentucky
Age: 17
Estimated Birth Year: abt 1883
Birthplace: Kentucky
Relationship to head-of-house: Son
Father's Name: Elijah W
Mother's Name: Bettie C
Race: White
Newspaper Article: The Central Record, Lancaster KY.
October 25, 1900, Image 3
Geo Harris now telegraph operator.
March 28, 1901, Image 3
George Harris of Carlisle spent Saturday and Sunday with his parents E W Harris and wife.
January 02, 1902, Image 3
George Harris telegraph operator of Pineville was expected this week to visit his parents E W Harris and wife.
June 12, 1903, Image 3
George Harris the popular operator of Stanford was at home Sunday.
September 16, 1904, Image 3
Mr. George Harris is in McKinney Texas where he has a position as operator.
June 29, 1906, Image 3
Mr. George B Harris who has a splendid position as telegraph operator at McKinney Texas, is here for a visit to his parents Mr. and Mrs. E W Harris.
July 24, 1907, Image 3
Mr. George Harris of Mexico is visiting his parents Mr. E W Harris and wife.
November 13, 1908, Image 3
E W Harris, SD Henry, Miss Rachel Henry, and Geo B Harris visited J R Harris and wife at Stanford last weak.
Mr. and Mrs. SD Henry attended the funeral of Mrs. J R Harris at Stanford yesterday.
August 19, 1910, Image 5
Lewis Gill and Geo Harris are spending a week at Crab Orchard.
5. James B HARRIS [Elemuel5, Benjamin4, Dabney3, Christopher2, Robert1] was born in 1847 in Garrard Co., KY.
He appeared on the US Federal Census; 21 SEP 1850.
Name: James B Harris
Age: 3 Estimated
Birth Year: abt 1847
Birth Place: Kentucky
Gender: Male
Home in 1850(City, County, State): Division 1, Garrard, Kentucky
Compiled by: Ellen Radford; March 2009