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McGowan Family

mcmullek1 — 7 Jan 2009 7:03:41 GMT

I am looking for information about the McGowan family from Lochwinnoch , a Renfrewshire village. Thank you .

John & James McGowan of Scotland

dpj071 — 3 Jan 2009 2:45:22 GMT

Here are two lines of McGowans from Scotland. Both came to America. The first line, John, is my line. The second line, James, is my wifes. Does anyone know if these two lines are related? other than the fact they have the same surname and are both from Scotland? Thanks.

JOHN McG - abt 1694 Kirckudbright Co., Scotland - aft 1726 Scotland

son John McG - 1716 Scotland - 1796 Jefferson Co., TN
son Andrew Sr - 1757 VA - 1815 Unk
son Andrew Jr - 1796 Jefferson Co, TN - aft 1837 Unk
son Andrew III - 1825 Franklin Co, TN - 1880 - AR???

JAMES McG - abt 1700 Scotland - 1755 Scotland
son Rev John - 1726 Edinburg - 1780 London
son Ebenezer - 1767 London - 1850 Rutherford Co., TN
son John - 1878 Dinwiddie Co., VA - 1852 Bedford Co, TN
son Peter E. - 1817 Mecklenburg, VA - aft 1854 poss TX
son Henry M. - 1855 Bedford Co, TN - 1905 Dallas, TX

Mcgowans in australia

Sean Mcgowan — 31 Jul 2000 6:39:34 GMT

I am trying to track down Mcgowans in Australia. my grandfather was born in Raddlebarn England(Edward Emanuel Mcgowan}

Andrew McGowan - of TN

dpj071 — 31 Dec 2008 11:34:52 GMT

It's been a while since I've posted. Looking to see if there are any desc of Andrew McGowan, born about 1796 in Jefferson Co., TN; died after 1837. He married an Elizabeth. They had a son, Andrew III (1825-1880) who came to Hopkins Co., TX.

McGowan family in New York and New Jersey

fizznannie — 31 Dec 2008 2:32:54 GMT

Looking for descendants of Michael McGowan. He was born about 1856 in Mayo, Ireland and lived in Oldham, Lancashire, UK before sailing to New York in 1883.

Michael had at least five children born in US, between about 1893 and 1903.

Michael jnr - Spent time in hospital in 1920s with mental health problems.
Thomas.
William - Employed in military work and coast guard service. Lived in Jersey City from 1926.
Francis - died in 1903, age 5yrs.
Mary - born about 1902, married about 1919. Married name Mary Fagan. Son born in 1920. Husband died about 1950, then Mary moved to Brisbane California.

Annie (UK)

McGowan family in New York and New Jersey

fizznannie — 31 Dec 2008 2:32:03 GMT

McGOWAN Linda COMPTON 1948-1988

t42Moore — 29 Dec 2008 2:22:25 GMT

McGOWAN Linda COMPTON 1948-1988

I photographed this gravestone in the Moore Cemetery, Arlington,Tarrant Co., Texas. Feel free to use this picture for your personal records. This is one of the 199,453 cemetery photos free at http://teafor2.com .

If you know more about this person please reply here,instead of contacting me because this is most likely not my family.

Mary McClymont Davies m. Thomas McGowan

jcbalding333 — 13 Dec 2008 12:57:15 GMT

I am searching for more information on this family.

Here is what I know:

Mary McClymont DAVIES (b. 13 Apr 1832, Sorbie, Wigtownshire, Scotland; d. 21 Feb 1899, Wigtown, Wigtownshire, Scotland) d/o William (b.1800) and Margaret (CRONIE) (1807-1872), m. Thomas MCGOWAN (b. 15 Oct 1830, Wigtown, Wigtownshire, Scotland; d. 25 Nov 1909, Wigtown, Wigtownshire, Scotland) s/o William S (1791-1864) and Elizabeth (KELLY) (1804-1863), on 4 Mar 1856 in Wigtownshire, Scotland.

Children:
Mary - (b.1853); m. Arthur JACKSON
Anne Grant - (b.1856); m. ELLIOT
Elizabeth Jean - (1858-1951); m. John Wesley CARMACK
William I - (b.1860)
Agnes Minnie - (b.1863)
Margaret - (b.1867); m. Alexander SHANNON
Thomas - (b.1869)
John - (b.1870)
Alexander - (b.1872)
Gilbert Davies - (b.1873)

This family resided in Wigtown, Wigtownshire, Scotland

Arrella McGowan Samuel L Simmons Tyrrell County NC 1850

angelamiskelleycartee — 10 Dec 2008 9:17:13 GMT

My great grandmother was Martha Jadie Elizabeth Simmons. She married Elijah P Hudson and they lived from Hyde to Beaufort county NC. He mother was Arella McGowan although some have her mother listed as Angelica Sawyer. Angelica was Samuel's second wife. I am looking for any info on Arella McGowan. And also Emma Cannon married to Tan Hudson in Beaufort County. I understand there is a picture in the family somewhere where she is young with long black straight hair--if anyone has any info on these people please contact me. I am living on borrowed time because of liver disease and its important to me to complete this family history for my son...I am attaching a pic of Martha Jadie Elizabeth Simmons Hudson,

John McGowan

Mary Sailman — 19 Oct 2000 2:46:58 GMT

I am searching for John McGowan who born on
August 3, 1888 in Akron, Summit Co., OH, a son of James and Ellen SWEENEY McGowan. He married Ruth Dolson. She had a child by previous marriage. John and Ruth had no children. I need John's death place, death date, and what cemetery. He may have no social security number. I help my boyfriend for his McGowan Family Tree.

John McGowan and Mary Ellen Kilty, from Balleymote, County Sligo, Ireland

Virginia_Knipper — 5 Dec 2008 12:36:27 GMT

I'm searching for John McGowan's(born 1884)and Mary Kilty's (born 1890) parents in Ireland. John McGowan and Mary Ellen Kilty married and lived in Balleymote, County ligo, Ireland with their five children. They emigrated to Manchester, England in 1924, then to America in 1925.

I'm trying to locate their relatives for my grandsons, who would like to know where they came from and the people who made them what they are.

If you know these people in your history, I would appreciate your help!

Virginia Knipper
knippe1@hotmail.com

McGOWANs of COUNTY SLIGO, IR, ca. 1890

Bob Wilson — 23 May 2006 1:59:36 GMT

Anyone having any connections to this family, some of whom were living at Barney, Cloghboley in County Sligo until about 1980, please contact me. I visited their former cottage homestead last month, near Ellen's Pub in Cloghboley, not too far from Yeats' grave in Drumcliff..

McGowan/Nicholson of Sligo

weebrad1 — 31 Jan 2008 12:58:36 GMT

I am at the start of tracing family history. My great grandmother was a Mary McGowan who married John Nicholson from Sligo and moved to Glasgow where they both died within a short time of each other leaving 5 children. The boys went to Sligo for a short while, whilst the two girls (mary and bridget) were sent to family in New York (possibly New Jersey). Bridget's name was changed to Elizabeth, and she later married to become Elizabeth Hart. Any informaton would be helpful.

McGowan family tree...where did I come from?

lovelyrusti — 10 Aug 2008 2:59:21 GMT

My father was Harold Edgar....his fathe was Howard Edgar McGowan "=" is under the c in McGowan. before my grandfather I know of nothing and would like it if anyone could help me.

James McGowan b.1767 Dutchess Co NY

BradleyJDawkins — 8 Oct 2008 6:47:20 GMT

I am seeking info regarding James McGowan who was born of Scotch Parents in 1767 in Dutchess Co., NY. James is shown in 1790 census in Dutchess Co, but but was shown on tax rolls in Circleville (Orange Co) by 1803. Family lore says that he lived briefly at New Prospect (near Pine Bush) before settling in Circleville.

I believe James' father was John. I also care for a gravestone from 1807 for a "Maria McGowan" who MAY have been his wife.

Any hints or insights would be appreicated

McGowans of Bucks County Pennsylvania

f072558 — 19 Mar 2007 10:06:19 GMT

Looking for any information pertaining to the McGowans' of Newtown (Bucks County, Pennsylvania). My great grandfather was James McGowan married to Deborah Grace.

McGowan, Ella, 1880 - 1928, Los Angeles, CA, Evergreen Cemetery

williamverllittle — 1 Oct 2008 6:46:01 GMT

Looking for decendants of Ella McGowan, buried Evergreen Cemetery, Los Angeles, California, born 1880, died 1928. Buried under a single stone, noted as "Our Mother".

Contact williamverllittle@yahoo.com

http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~williamlit...

McGowan - In Connecticut -

gramk2 — 27 Jul 2003 2:17:50 GMT

Seeking informaion on McGowan family, believe they came from Ireland. Grandfather was Edward Patrick McGowan - Born 8/6/1863, Married Mary Lynch - Born 3/1/1862.
Mary's mother was Bridget Downs - born in Ireland 1837. She immigrated to the US in 1848 - married to Garrett Lynch.
Edward Patrick McGowan's father was John McGowan, born in Donegal, Ireland, married to Ann Colgan, born in Dublin, Ireland. Any information would be greatly appreciated.

Mary Elizabeth Mc Gowan 1841

withersjr — 9 Jul 2001 6:11:09 GMT

Looking for information on Mary Elizabeth Mc GowanDOB 5/13/1841?, who married a Jasper Weathers B 1846 Hopkins TX.

Thanks

McGowan Search

Dianne McGowan Newton — 29 Jul 2000 12:00:00 GMT

Looking for information on Marion McGowan b. 1844 ?. I show him on a 1900 Geneva, Geneva Co. Alabama census with his wife Martha ? and his daughter or daughter-in-law Mattie. Mattie and 3 grandchildren of Marion are living with Marion and Martha. Mattie's husband was Marion L. McGowan. He was killed in a logging accident so Mattie and children had to take shelter with family. Mattie was born in 1874, her children are:
Charles b. 1890
Ollie (f) b. 1896
James Curtis b. 1895
If anyone knows anything about any of these folks please contact me.
Thanks,
Dianne Newton

MCGOWAN in Phila., PA

PMcCauley — 1 Feb 2002 4:47:01 GMT

McGowans have appeared in research on both my mother's and father's families. The names I have are:
John
Johanna
Edward
Helen
Mary
Catherine
Ellen
Mary
Most of them were baptismal sponsors for family members around the turn of the century. I'm trying to find out how they are connected. Please e-mail me privately at mcp7160@aol.com. Thanks, Pat

McGowan/Millsap/Petty

carancahua46 — 7 Jul 2007 12:25:14 GMT

I am descended from these families, live in TX, please get in touch to share information.

William A. McGowen b1861

burchhouse2000 — 3 Jul 2008 5:46:03 GMT

I am seeking info on William A. McGowen. According to census records, he was born in Indiana. I'd like to learn of his parents and where they came from. Am tryung to trace family origin.

Daniel McGowan

binky41379 — 17 Apr 2007 3:51:05 GMT

Does anyone know anything about a Daniel McGowan that had a daughter named Lucy? I'm Lucy's great granddaughter.

Sligo,Carney-McGowan's

Stacker2 — 16 Feb 2005 9:43:00 GMT

I trying to find a connection to my McGowan's that lived in the district of Carney, County Sligo, Ireland in the 1830's.

Hope to hear someone.

Carol Stacker2@AOL.com

Katie A McGowan (married 1879 KS) Wm T Stalabarger

RoseStout54 — 17 May 2008 12:17:01 GMT

(newspaper cliipping)

Marriage Licenses.

The probate judge issued the following licenses to marry during August and September.

Wm. T. Stalabarger and Katie A. McGowan.

The Hutchinson News Weekly
Hutchinson, Reno County, Kansas
Thursday, September 11, 1879
page – 3 *** column – 2

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Death of Mr. Louis Osborne McGowan in China

davwayell — 11 May 2008 12:36:04 GMT

Anyone interested in a copy of the U.S. Department of State's "Report of the Death of an American Citizen" for Mr. Louis Osborne McGowan, please contact me so I can conduct research to locate the record. Mr. McGowan died in China on February 1, 1937.

Dave Ellison
davwayell@aol.com

Joseph E. McGowan b. Scranton,PA moved to Chicago

downeybrowney04 — 6 May 2008 3:22:55 GMT

Can any one tell me anything about Joseph E. McGowan? He was born in Scranton, PA on 14 Feb 1890, and later moved to Chicago. He married Aileen Burke b. 1890 in Dublin. I don't know anything about him other than he was an electrician. Can anyone help? I have hit a dead end!!!

Sons of Amy May and Thomas McGowan

GaryJLong — 30 Apr 2008 2:17:14 GMT

I am looking for information about Alfred, Ernest and Thomas McGowan, brothers of Phyllis McGowan 1911-1999 and sons of Amy May 1877-1950 and Thomas McGowan 1870-1937. Probably from Kent.

McGOWAN's IRE > SCOT, 1820s-1850s

Michelle — 3 Apr 2005 4:54:41 GMT

Hi,

I have various McGOWAN's that emigrated from Ireland to Scotland in 1820s & 1850s, which I would like to post here, in the hope that somebody recognizes them.

Margaret McGOWAN, b. c. 1821 Ireland married Thomas DUFFEY, b. c. 1821 Ireland. They possibly came from Co. Leitrim, Ireland. Around 1844, they emigrated to Scotland.
Children:-
- Catherine DUFFEY, b. c. 1843, Co. Leitrim, Ireland
- James DUFFEY, b. c. 1845 Hamilton, Lanarkshire, Scotland

The family are listed on the 1851 census for Strathaven/Avondale, Lanarkshire, Scotland. They share their house with the McCUE family:-
- James McCUE, b. c. 1826 Ireland, possibly also from Co. Leitrim
- Rose McCUE (nee McGOWAN), b. c. 1829 Ireland.
James McCUE & Rose McGOWAN were married in 1849 in Strathaven/Avondale, Lanarkshire, Scotland.

There is also, it looks like Linda McGOWAN, who was a witness in 1856 in Hamilton, Lanarkshire, Scotland at the wedding of Hugh McCUE & Helen GRADY. The other witness was John GRADY.

There are a couple of McGOWANS listed in Barony poorhouse, near Glasgow, Lanarkshire, Scotland on the 1881 census:-
- Rose Ann McGOWAN McCUE, may be the above with the wrong age, listed as occupation: washer, age 68, b. Ireland
- Isabella McGOWAN, age 71, b. Ireland

Is anybody else researching McGOWAN's (also sometimes spelt McGOVAN) who emigrated from Ireland to Scotland around 1820s-1850s?

Thanks.
Michelle

Patrick McGowan Margaret Dearin

Chris McGowan — 21 Oct 2000 12:00:00 GMT

Patrick McGowan and Margaret Dearin married in Ireland had the folling children Catherine b 1839 John b1838 Bridget b1843 Margaret b1845 William b 1845 Andrew b 1849 Patrick b 1853 and mary b 1857 William married Margaret Mumford in 1865 they had the following children Patrick b1865 George b1867 Mary b1869 Margaret b1872 and Isobela b 1874 and william birth date unknown Patrick married Mary Rodden in 1893 in Kirkintilloch Mary married a man by the name of Michael Keenan Isabela married Michael Regan Margaret married a man by the name of O'Hare and had a son Thomascan anyone out there help me with more

Marion “Mack” McGowan Jr., 87, Born 1921, Richmond, Va., son of,Marion and Agnes McGowan,

KENNELLYMARKA — 21 Apr 2008 1:21:31 GMT

Marion "Mack" McGowan February 09, 1921 - April 07, 2008 Homosassa, Florida

Marion “Mack” McGowan Jr., 87, Homosassa, died Monday, April 7, 2008, in Crystal River.

Born Feb. 9, 1921, in Richmond, Va., to Marion and Agnes McGowan, he came here 35 years ago from Portsmouth, Va.

Mr. McGowan was a retired hotel bell captain.

He was an Army veteran, serving during World War II.

Survivors include two daughters, Carol Warren of Portsmouth, Va.,
and Lafonda Morrison of Springs, Texas;
four grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

Pictures of Rolens/McGowen

NancieR2360 — 14 Apr 2008 12:54:29 GMT

I have some pictures of Sarah Elizabeth (McGowen) Rolens and her family taken in 1906. I have a lot of unknown people, can anyone help me name them? I also have a couple of other pictures taken of groups. I know some have Hugh Broom/Viola(Hall) Rolens and Zachariah/Nancy (Rains) Hall. I would appreciate and love to see any other old family pictures also.

Seeking Descendants of Thomas McGowan

MarkM9 — 24 Feb 2008 2:49:03 GMT

I am searching for living descendants of (or information about descendants) of Thomas McGowan who descended from 1) Squire Munro 2) David Munro 3) Mary Ann Munro 4) Sarah Mariah Hill 5) Thomas McGowan. His Munro roots are from Onondaga County, NY.

Andrew McGowan b March 1943 Scotland

robertmjcarter — 17 Mar 2008 11:33:00 GMT

Andrew

b March 1943
Elvan St.
Shettleston,Scotland

Looking to reconnect! We have lost touch! Please email at below email.

Letitia Polley
Canada
djcrjc@aol.com

John McGowan (USN) and his wife Catherine Caldwell McGowan in Elizabeth, NJ

Bob_MacAvoy — 16 Mar 2008 4:14:01 GMT

Catherine Caldwell was the wife of Civil War veteran John McGowan, USN.

Catherine Caldwell McGowan died 8/31/1889 in Elizabeth, New Jersey. Her husband survived her. I don't know where she was interred.

I would like to know when John died and where he is buried.

Bob

Emily Dobbs-McGowan & Links to Willis Dobbs (Tobbs)

jamesscot21 — 15 Mar 2008 2:50:01 GMT

Emily Dobbs b.1867 to Frank & Amanda (Austin) Dobbs. Emily married Edward McGowan b. 1866. I'm Loretta McGowan the ggdaughter of Emily & Edward. Willis Tobbs is listed on the 1940 Census as adopted, he is 19yrs old. I'm looking for any links to Willis Tobbs/Dobbs. Willis is a nephew, but who are his parents? If you think you may be a part of this family in any way, please contact, Loretta. Thank You.

Joseph H.(Hardy) McGowan

walterbparham — 4 Mar 2008 11:19:10 GMT

I have a Joseph H. (Hardy ?)McGowan. 1930 Census,Memphis, Shelby Co.,TN. 4 Apr, Pg.# 45A. Also I have a WW1 Draft Reg. Card. Joseph Hardy McGowan b:21 Sep 1873,MS. Res: Walls, DeSoto Co., MS. Wife Mae C. Carey McGowan. The 1930 Census is as follows.
McGowan, Joseph H. b:@1873 AR MS MS
, Mae C. b:@1883 WI WI WI
, Albert C. b:@1910 MS
, Mae E. b:@1912 MS
, Emma L. b:@1915 MS
, Joseph H. b:@1918 TN
, Claudia b:@1921 MS
, John W. b:@1923 MS
, James P. b:@Dec 1926 MS

I believe Joseph MAY be the son of Capt.James Greer McGowan and Mary Ellen Dean.This Joseph
would have a brother James Greer McGowan Esq. who married Lucia Lamar Richmond. and a sister Cynthia Ellen McGowan who died an infant. So far this is the only info I have been able to find on this family.I am still looking. Does anyone have info on this family?

McGowan/Kimble

LBrammer7674 — 2 Mar 2008 7:43:23 GMT

Anyone have any info on the following line:
Nancy McGowan
Sharon McGown
Their parents are Ethel Kimble and Thomas McGowan

Ethel's parents are Serena May Kimble and Dellos/Delos/Delaus Kimble?

I am interested in the Delos Kimble line.

Thanks

Daniel J McGowan of Birmingham, AL obit 1895-1962

bnorman155 — 1 Mar 2008 12:25:02 GMT

Dan McGowan dies here at age of 66

Dan J. McGowan, 66, of 121 North 67th place, died Monday in a local hospital after a sudden illness.

Rosary will be said at 8 tonight at Johns-Ridout's Southside Chapel.

FUNERAL SERVICES will be at 9 a.m. Wednesday at Johns-Ridouts's Southside Chapel and at 9:30 a.m. at St. Barnabas Catholic Church with the Rev. Dan O'Reilly officiating. Burial will be in Forest Hill.

Mr. McGowan was born in Pittsburgh, Pa., but had lived here since childhood. During his youth he was an active athlete in Birmingham. He was retired two years ago from TCI where he was an assistant metallurgist at the tin mill. He was a former commander of Ensley Post, American Legion.

Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Ruby Wells McGowan; a sister, Mrs. Alice Stribling; three brothers, Joseph McGowan, Frank McGowan and John McGowan.

Pallbearers will be Tom Clowdus, James Stouffer, Walter Gravelee, C. M. Sharp, William Hood and Frazier Douglas.

Published in the Birmingham News Nov 6 1962 pg 8

Joseph McGowan of Birmingham, AL obit 1900-1964

bnorman155 — 1 Mar 2008 12:16:49 GMT

Joseph McGowan dies in hospital

Joseph J McGowan, 64, of 1516 Cleveland Ave. SW, died at a local hospital after a long illness Sunday.

Mr. McGowan was a lifelong resident of Birmingham. He was employed at Ingalls Iron works before retiring due to ill health.

He is survived by a sister, Mrs. Alice Stribling, and two brothers, Frank A. McGowan and John R. McGowan, all of Birmingham, and several nieces and nephews.

Rosary will be recited at 8 o'clock tonight at Johns-Ridout's Elmwood Chapel. Funeral services will be held at 9:15 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home followed by Mass at 9:30 a.m. at the Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church. Msgr. George Keyes will officiate. Burial will be in Elmwood.

Pallbearers will be Richard Sandefur, J. E. Sandefur, W. C. Jenks, Louis Heerten, Thomas Banks and Pat McGowan.

Published in the Birmingham News Oct 19, 1964 pg 23

BRIDGET MCGOWAN

maryfranceshughes1 — 20 Feb 2008 2:45:27 GMT

I'm looking for a Bridget McGowan who was godmother to one of my great great grandparents children. I'm not sure if she is related or not. The baptism was 1863, Brooklyn NY
Child's name: Edward McCann/McCarron
Parents of child: Patrick Mccann/McCarron and Catherine Faulkner (both born in Ireland).
Date: 22 Mar 1863, Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church, Brooklyn NY

grandparents

McGowan in Schuykill Haven Pa. — 28 Aug 1999 8:11:45 GMT

Maggie McGowan of the Irish flats married my grandfather Miles Kott in 1904. She was the daughter of Margaret McGuggart McGowam There are 3 men"s names I know of James,John and Charles. I don't know which one was her father, She also had several sisters.Ther has to be a lot of my relatives in Pa.

The Descendants of Shed McGowan & Emeline Pittman

jamesscot21 — 18 Feb 2008 10:17:02 GMT

I'm looking for family members related in any way to the McGowan's. Shed McGowan & Emeline Pittman. Their children are Chancey*, Clinton, Smiley*, Dora*, Frank, Clyde, Ola*, Luthur McGowan, and Willis Dobbs who was adopted. I'm from the branch of Chancey McGowan. He married Flora Williams, their children are Willie*, Wilbert*, Dessie*, Evie*, Bernice*, Betty* and Chancy Jr.* McGowan. My father was Willie, he married Katie Bell King*. Their children are Chancy Willie*, Willie*, Rosemary*, Frank*, Geraldine*, Gladys*, Gloria*, Patrick*, Jerome*, Loretta* (me), and Renee* McGowan. I have a lot of gaps in my research, because I don't have the married names of our females. (* indicates I have history)
If you think we are connected in any way, please email me at lomscott@aol.com

John McGowan (1885 KS newspaper article) d: 1885

RoseStout54 — 17 Feb 2008 5:43:39 GMT

(newspaper clipping)

Killed By Electricity.

The Fate of a Man Who Recklessly Handled an Electric Current.

John McGowan, a molder, with two friends, stepped into the electric-light works last evening, and obtained permission from one of the men in charge to go through the works. McGowan declared that he knew considerable about electricity and it’s working. They entered the generator room from the engine-house and going over the northwest corner of the room stood before a thirty-light dynamo. They stood before the machine for a few minutes, when McGowan was observed to bend down and reach out his hands. Instantly he was drawn close to the generator and did not utter a sound. He was dead. In the front part of, and well under, the dynamo, are two brass rods about fourteen inches long. To reach these, one has to make a special effort, as other parts of the machine protrude beyond them. They are known as the positive and negative rods, the former receiving from the generator the electric current and conducting it to the insulated wire, which carries it out to all the lamps in the circuit belonging to the machine. The negative rod receives the current from a similar wire that returns it from the lights and is thereby conducted back into the generator. The circuit is thus made complete. These two rods spring from a cylinder on opposite sides when they are about four inches apart. Then they extend downward forming a cone and are nearly two feet apart at the widest point. McGowan caught hold of the positive and negative rods and was killed as quickly as he did so. Instead of going out over the circuit the electricity took the shortest route, and was passing out of the generator to the positive rod where McGowan’s right hand was, and on through his body to his left arm and back to the negative rod and into the machine, and so on around. One of McGowan’s friends attempted to sieve him.

“For God’ sake, don’t do that or you’ll be killed instantly,” shouted Engineer Wagoner as he shut down his engine and, in his excitement, pulled the plug in the switch-board which breaks the electric current. This last act could have been of no benefit to McGowan, even if he were not already dead, as he was at the dynamo and had formed a complete circuit before the switching-off point was reached. The contraction of the muscles of the body was so great that his legs and arms were drawn out of shape and his head was drawn forward so that the chin pressed tightly against the chest. As soon as the engines could be stopped and it was considered safe he was taken away from the rods. So firm was the attraction that pieces of his skin adhered to the rods. – Syracuse Herald.

The Argosy
Nickerson, Reno County, Kansas
January 24, 1885
page – 5 *** column – 3

Mifflin Township Allegheny Co, PA Washington Co Pa

rozcalvert55 — 9 Feb 2008 5:06:10 GMT

Welcome any information on McGowans who lived in Mifflin Township. PA from at least 1800. My GG grandfather Samuel Wallace McGowan was a son of Moses McGown and Sarah Wallace McGowan found in Mifflin T'ship 1850 census. Samuel went to Iowa in mid 1860s.
Wish to find parents of Moses.

Melvina (McGowan) Pitman b. 1892 in Kentucky

countrygal601 — 13 Jun 2003 3:18:24 GMT

I am looking for her husband and children. She was born in 1892 in Kentucky the daughter of John Henry (Briar John) and Mary Wayne (Upchurch) McGowan. She married Oscar Pitman (Pittman)

McGowan

iriswakeling|MA208714 — 24 Jul 2004 2:03:35 GMT

I am researching on McGowan families that lived in Butler Co., Pa. My ggggrandfather, John McGowan b abt 1840 Whitestown, Butler Co. Pa. He married Margaret Elvira BRYSON b 1846 and lived in Butler Co., Pa. Possibly his father was named John also and could have lived in Pittsburgh and owned land in Butler Co., Pa.

McGowan's Ballyshannon

polls57 — 6 Jan 2008 5:31:37 GMT

Looking for anyone with connections to the McGowan's from Ballyshannon Donegal.
My grandfather was Thomas McGowan(b.1900) and his father was Edward McGowan(b.1879)

Need Information on James McGowan b.1873 Pennsylvania

Myownway03 — 19 Nov 2007 7:18:31 GMT

I'm looking for the first wife of James McGowan. James was born 20 Feb 1873. I believe that he was married early 1890's possibly in Alabama. He had two children that were born in Alabama; Anna B and Agnes and then moved back to Pennsylvania and had a third child Mary J. I believe that his wife may have died either during the birth of the third child or soon after. He later remarried (1905) Emma Jane Ramsey and they had two children Clarence and Lucille. Any help would be appreciated.

Slade Smiley

? McGowan of Essex Co Va

oclarke11 — 25 Dec 2007 3:05:13 GMT

Need his name & the names of his parents & siblings. he was b abt 1850. He marr Columboa F. Sale who was the dau of Arthur J. or I. Sale & Anna ( Arena ) Carter. Also need children for them. Name may have also been spelt as McGowen.
Ollie

mcgowan family mississippi

soarhawk2003 — 16 Dec 2007 5:41:59 GMT

Looking for information

My greatgrandmother Velma Mcgowan(bn 1914) married to Charlie givens (aka kuhn aka yahn aka prine) was the daughter of isaac franklyn mcgowan and his wife sweetie
Sha had a sister named Bertha who married Johny lowe.
Also had a brother isaac franklyn mcgowan jr and hally(sp) mcgowan

Susie McGowan late 1800's Butler Co. PA

PaulaGood — 7 Jul 2001 4:44:14 GMT

Looking for any information on the family of Susie McGowan, born later half of 1800's. Lived in Butler County, PA, near the West Sunbury, West Liberty, Slippery Rock area. Her siblings were: William McGowan, Plummer McGowan, Laura McGowan, Elizabeth McGowan, Mary McGowan, and Nettie McGowan. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance.

james mcgowan b. 1797ish

justryn2gtby — 3 Dec 2007 8:22:02 GMT

Thought I'd throw VT into the current mix. My ggggrandfather, James McGowan, died in VT in abt. 1875. His wife was Susan; she predeceased him by abt. 10 yrs. They died in Highgate, VT on the Carman Family farm. I've loads of info abt. James' family, but not where he and Susan were born and lived prior to moving to this farm. May be NY State, Canada, or any of a # of possibles. In you alls' searches has anyone come across him or Susan. She's possibly a Reynolds.

New genealogical blog

msjh — 1 Dec 2007 1:15:14 GMT

I'd like to invite you all to stop by and look at my new genealogy blog. My main purpose is to try to puzzle out problems and get past brick walls, but I have many other ideas for it, such as postiing photos, creating and posting maps tracing families from one place to an other, putting up family group information, posting interesting bits of information. I hope it will be helpful to some of the people who read it, and maybe I'll find some cousins or break down one of those brick walls. The topic will not always be McGowan/Megown-related, as I have more than 75 surnames and will probably be jumping back and forth, but I'll be sure to tag all my posts so you can find things that relate to your research.

It's a bit skimpy right now, but bear with me and keep reading--and please feel free to leave comments!

Judi Hardin
http://genealogicalswamp.blogspot.com

Death: Mary McGowan - Lowell Sun - Lowell MA - February 28, 1921

canesfan10 — 5 Nov 2007 7:28:28 GMT

While at the library copying obituaries for someone, I managed to get a copy of the following obituary. I'm not related to this person, but wanted to post it in case its helpful to someone else.

Lowell Sun
Lowell MA
February 28, 1921

McGOWAN - Mrs. Mary McGowan, an old resident of the Immaculate Conception parish, died early yesterday morning at the home of her son, John J. McGowan, 236 Fairmount street. She leaves two sons, John J. and Daniel McGowan; also four grandchildren.

Grandmother's parents

olebetsy — 2 Oct 2007 5:56:11 GMT

I am looking for information on my grandmother's family. Her mother was a charlotte mcgowan and her father was a b. morris (unsure of first name). She was adopted from new york in 1909. Both parents were from new york city and brooklyn area. They were born in the mid 1880's. Any help would be appreciated.

relatives and ancesters

rtpmonty — 22 Feb 2002 2:16:37 GMT

looking for relatives and ancesters (probably in ohio or pennsylvania)of Hannah or Archie mcgowan.

Patrick H. McGowan, b. 1861 Pennsylvania

jeffjen126 — 28 Jan 2006 6:56:18 GMT

Looking for any information on Patrick H. McGowan, born in 1861 in Pennsylvania. I have information on him and his family from the 1900 and 1910 census, and the rest is all family stories. Patrick is my 2nd great-grandfather.

He moved his family to the Birmingham, Alabama area between 1896 and 1898.

Patrick married Elizabeth McNamara, b. 1865 in Pennsylvania. Died between 1900-1920.

They had 9 children:
Mary Ann b.1884
Thomas James b. 1891
Ella b. 1893
Daniel b. 1896
Alice C. b. 1898
Joseph b. 1900
James J. b. 1902
Francis Andrew b. 1906
John Raymond b. 1908

I do have some information on the children's spouses, but my line comes through Ella, so I know the most about her.

Any thing would be helpful! Thank you! ~ Jen

Found McGowan Family Bible

LeslieKlehammer — 11 Aug 2007 11:31:57 GMT

I purchased a McGowan Family Bible which has the following names: Harry Ammon McGowan, May Olive McGowan, John Ammon McGowan, Carion Eelizabeth MCGowan, Harry A. McGowan, May O. McGowan, Walter Edwin Castor. They were all born in Pennsylvania in the late 1800s. I also have some photo albums from some of the decendants of the above mentioned persons from about 1960-1970. I would be willing to give the Bible and the photo albums for no charge to anyone who can reasonably prove they are decendants of this family.

If anyone wants the information contained in these I would be happy to email it to you.

If you are interested please contact me at mattandliz2001@yahoo.com

Leslie Klehammere

Anthony McGowan and Mary Agnes Burke of Brooklyn NY

MargaretPelkington — 28 May 2007 9:41:54 GMT

Anyone have info on Mary A. and Anthony McGowan (born c.1876) They lived in Brooklyn NY. and had 4 children Edward (NYC policeman), William (mechanic), Miriam (Mahoney) and Rita (Lenhart). Anthony was a foreman on the subway system. They were all still in Brooklyn as of the 1930 federal census.

Mary A. is my grandmother Ella Burke's sister or aunt.

Any info would be greatly appreciated.

Harley E McGOWAN

CorlissClay14 — 11 Mar 2005 10:33:41 GMT

Harley E McGOWAN born 1889; married Lucy MARLENEE in Montieth Iowa in 1913; died 1971. Looking for family of Harley McGOWAN.

Ann "Annie" F. McGowan - 3rd Class Passenger on the Titanic from Pennsylvania

titanic_project — 26 May 2007 5:44:21 GMT

Source, photo and biography: (not all available on some passengers)
http://www.encyclopedia-titanica.org/biography/1018/

Ann "Annie" F. McGowan
John McGowan and Marie Heneghan

Born: Birthdate and age disputed among resources. 5 July 1897 or 5 July 1894
Residence: Scranton, Pennsylvania USA
Destination: Chicago, Illinois USA
Status: Survived
Died: 30 January 1990,Chicago, Illinois
Burial: Not Given
Traveling Companions:
aunt, Katherine McGowan
Married Raymond A. Strabe (died July 1965 buried All Saints cemetery.)

**not a relative - posting for genealogical purposes only

Katherine McGowan - - 3rd Class Passenger on the Titanic born Ireland

titanic_project — 26 May 2007 5:37:42 GMT

Source, photo and biography: (not all available on some passengers)
http://www.encyclopedia-titanica.org/biography/1017/

Katherine McGowan
daughter of Anthony McGowan and Bridget Mayock

Born: 30 September 1869, Ireland
Residence: Chicago, Illinios formally Cleveland, Ohio USA returning home after a visit with relatives.
Destination: Chicago, Illinios USA
Status: died in sinking - body not recovered

Traveling Companions:
niece, Anna McGowan

**not a relative - posting for genealogical purposes only

McGowan Mailing List

johnmcgowen — 23 Jun 2001 11:17:54 GMT

The McGowan Mailing List is now online for McGowan, McGowen, McGown and all spelling variations of our surname; also McCown, McCowan until they get a list of their own. Hope to see you soon.
John B. McGowan

McGowan's of Rhode Island and Conneticut

MaureenBreen1 — 23 May 2007 1:50:27 GMT

William McGowan 1796/7-1877 father of (at least) Michael 1834, Patrick 1836, Timothy 1838, William 1842, Catherine 1843 and Andrew 1946.Have smattering of info on some of the above, mostly Andrew, who married Elizabeth Garvin and was the father of Annie 1871, Kate 1874, Andrew 1878, Anna and Lizzie 1880, and Elizabeth 1883.
Andrew 1878 was my grandfather. His parents and grandparents and various aunts and uncles seemed to move around a bit and are found in Westerly, Providance, and Pawtucket RI, as well as Stonington,Pawkatuck and Groton CT. both according to family lore as well as cencuses. Many of the above are buried together in Stonington , including William 1796/7. If anyone can tie into this or assist me I would appreciate it! Stuck.
M.

McGowan family from Allegheny Co, Pennsylvania

Sherry — 31 Mar 2003 4:26:22 GMT

Daniel & Margaret McGowan both born Ireland
children: Daniel, John, Neil, James, Margaret, Joseph
born in Scotland
the family came to the USA 1869-1870,
looking for anyone connected to this family

Albert G McGowan

MelbaGrayson78 — 16 Feb 2007 7:19:04 GMT

I am looking for ancestors of Albert G. McGowan, father of Thomas Hunt McGowan. Thomas Hunt McGowan was my grandmother Martha (Mattie) C. McGowan's father.They lived (last) in Coryell County, Gatesville and I have pictures of the graveyard. I have so much info on Alberts descendants but can't find his father or where he was from. Will gladly share what I have and would really like to have help, too!

MCGOWAN LEEPER CONNECTION

MA3STR — 25 Aug 2003 2:29:08 GMT

I AM LOOKING FOR AN ELIZA A MCGOWAN(MARRIED NAME) WHO IS LISTED IN JOHN ALEXANDER LEEPER'S WILL AND THAT OF HIS WIFE LYDIA LEEPER.
THERE WAS A HOUSE KEEPER LIVING WITH THE LEEPERS BY THE NAME OF ELIZABETH M THE REST OF THE LAST NAME IS ILLEGIBLE. ELIZABETH'S DAUGHTER ELIZA A WAS LIVING THERE WITH HER. THIS WAS ON THE 1860 CENSUS IN MARSHALL COUNTY INDIANA.
ON THE 1870 CENSUS ELIZA WAS LISTED AS A LEEPER AND HER MOTHER IS NOT LISTED WITH HER.
LATER IN JOHN LEEPERS WILL SHE IS GIVEN THE SAME AMOUNT OF MONEY AND LAND AS THE OTHER GRAND CHILDREN. THE SAME WHEN LYDIA DIES IN HER WILL. BY THEN ELIZA A IS ELIZA A MCGOWAN.
ANY INFORMATION WOULD BE OF GREAT HELP. THANKS. MA3STR@AOL.COM

McGowan's in NY.

mary — 17 Mar 2000 5:37:14 GMT

I have a Ray McGowan that maried a Margaret Skinner thay had at least two children, Lois Beatrice McGowen and Robert Glen McGowen any info?

McGowan and Gilmartin -New York City

brickner124 — 17 Apr 2007 7:08:23 GMT

My great grandparents were Francis McGowan and Mary Gilmartin. Both were born in Ireland and I believe were from Co. Sligo/Leitrim/Western Cavan area. Francis, or Frank as he was called, was born in January 1826, and Mary was born in 1840 according to census records. I think Frank's parents were Terence and Elizabeth McGowan and they were probably born c1800, and Mary's parents were Francis and Mary Gilmartin and they were probably born c1815. Frank and Mary McGowan had seven children. They were: Mary, b 1862; Terence, b 1865; Elizabeth, b 1867; Francis, b 1868; John, b 1870; Alice, b 1872; and Catherine (Katie), b 1874. Alice married a Gartland, Katie married an O'Rourke, and Mary, my grandmother, married a Brickner. Also, one of the sons had a son by the name of William.

Frank and Mary Gilmartin McGowan lived on the lower east side of Manhattan in 1867, but later moved to the west side near Columbus circle and the children were still living there in the 1940s.

Need help in locating ancestors and descendants.

Alexander McGowan - KY

cengold — 24 Jun 2001 3:39:54 GMT

Searching for parents of Alexander McGowan born 1800 NC and died September 1871 in Russell County, KY. Alexander married Nancy Lockett (or Luckett) on 15 Nov 1819 in Pulaski Co., KY. TIA for any info.
Best Regards,
Craig Nelson

Dana McGowan Butler County PA born 1882

dpk136 — 26 Jun 2006 6:41:28 GMT

I am looking for any information on my great great grandfather. I am having a difficult time trying to find his family and trace the family. He had 2 kids, Francis (my Great Gfather) and Mildred and was married to Cloy or Chloe (it is spelled differently throughout all of the census records i have. i've come to a block.

McGowan Brothers, Longshoremen in NYC ca. 1900-1920+

wilso127 — 3 Apr 2007 1:58:45 GMT

Looking for descendants of brothers Joseph, John (Jack) and another brother who came over from Ballyconnell, County Sligo, probably in the 1890's, and became longshoremen in New York. Their sister Margaret also came over, went to Rye, NY and married John Farrell there in about 1900. Another brother, Patrick had a daughter named Agnes who married a John Prime and had a daughter named Lois in about 1935, who married a man named Lyles in Garden City, NY in about 1956. I am married to Margaret McGowan's granddaughter.

McGowan, Agnew, County Down, Northern Ireland

maplenation — 25 Mar 2007 2:28:03 GMT

Hi
I am just beginning to do my McGowan (MaGowan) history.
My Great Grandmother was Jane McGowan born October 25, 1866 in Holywood, C. Down, NI. Born to Hugh McGowan & Mary Agnew. I do know at this point she had two siblings, William born is 1864 and Hughanna born in 1870. There could be a brother James too. Still searching.
Jane would marry James William McKee of Bangor, C.Down, NI. They were married in Belfast at St Anne's Cathedral.
They had four boys, Bill, Wesley, George and Marshall. All born in Bangor. (Bill is my Grandpa and he moved to Canada)
If you have any connection or want to ask me any further questions about these McGowan's please feel free to contact me at maplenation@sympatico.ca
Thank you so much,
Marjorie Munroe
London, Ontario, Canada

McGowan-Augusta Ga.

Mark Stone — 24 May 1999 12:00:00 GMT

Looking for a McGowan who gave birth at St. Joseph's Hospital, Augusta, Ga. 5-19-60 and gave child up for adoption. All replies appreciated. Pls Reply to broke2@aol.com

rose anne mcgowan

frances_southwick — 16 Mar 2007 2:02:22 GMT

I am looking for any information on rose anne mcgowan who was born in louth and married charles mcphillips - she was born about 1846 - I do not have any further information on her family - when they married the emigrated to England

William McGowan, Madison Co., AL

JodyWils146 — 30 Jan 2004 8:49:22 GMT

William McGowan's wife, Elizabeth, was the administrator of his will. Does anyone have a copy of this will? I have a copy of the inventory if anyone would like to have that. Looking for siblings of William. Thanks.

Octa McGowan/en

lenora59 — 1 Jan 2004 11:59:50 GMT

I am searching for info about my grandmother's family. She was married to John Peek and lived in the Princeton, KY area. I believe she had a brother, Ramey, but that is all I know. Any info would be greatly appreciated. Thanks
Myrle

A New board Administrator for McGowan

Peter_McCrae — 5 Mar 2007 4:53:06 GMT

The new board admin is Peter McCrae.

Billy Vernon McGowan Obituary 1926-1970

kaitysmom — 5 Mar 2007 3:30:32 GMT

Source: “The Stewart-Houston Times” Newspaper, a weekly newspaper of Stewart County and Houston County in Tennessee

Date of Newspaper: Wednesday, December 30, 1970
Page: A-2

Name: Billy Vernon McGowan
Age: 44
Born: November 13, 1926 in Houston County, TN.
Died: December 4, 1970 at Dearborn Medical Centery, Detroit, Michigan
Funeral: December 8, 1970 with Don Graham Funeral Home
Burial: Woodmere Cemetery
Parents: Mr. and Mrs. Elbert McGowan
Surviving Spouse: Margaret (Visperena) McGowan
Surviving Children: Mrs. Barbara Hawn, Billy McGowan, Donnie McGowan, Tommy McGowan
Surviving Siblings: Mrs. Kathleen Rushing, Mrs. Francis Nykoden, Mrs. Laverne Barrett, Mrs. Lexie Cherry, Mrs. Theresa Watkins, Mrs. Wanda Fussell

If anyone is interested in a copy of the full and original obituary, I would be glad to share. Contact me at kaitysmom@peoplestel.net

In Christ,
Melissa Barker
Have Access to Original Tennessee Death Certificates 1908-1955 for All Counties
Have Access to Original Tennessee Birth Certificates 1908-1912 for All Counties

Will Do Look Ups!!!

McGowan family of Knutsford, Cheshire, England.

Adele_CB — 27 Feb 2007 1:36:05 GMT

My grandfather was John Joseph 'Jack' McGowan, who married Annie Ashbrook. They lived in Knutsford, Cheshire in England, though his family had emigrated from Country Mayo (or Sligo?) prior to this.

County Sligo origins of Margaret McGowan (b. 1875)

wilso127 — 22 Feb 2007 4:41:30 GMT

Seeking identity of parents of Margaret McGowan (1875-1952), who may have been born in the Cloghboley area.
She came to the US, alone, in about 1891, and subsequently married a John Farrell in Rye, NY, in about 1900. Her children in Rye included John Joseph Farrell (1903-1979) and an older daughter who died early in a sledding accident.

Albert G McGowan

MelbaGrayson78 — 16 Feb 2007 7:19:18 GMT

McGOWAN & DUFFY & McCUE, Co. Leitrim, IRL > Lanarkshire, SCOT c. 1845

michellemccue27 — 7 Feb 2007 12:19:05 GMT

Hi,

I am trying to trace the following family from Ireland (probably County Leitrim), who emigrated to Avondale, Lanarkshire, Scotland around 1840-1850.

Margaret McGOWAN, b.c. 1821 in Ireland, probably Co. Leitrim, m. Thomas DUFFY, also b.c. 1821 in Ireland. He worked as an agricultural labourer. The couple were married in Ireland, probably around 1840-1843 and emigrated to Avondale, Lanarkshire, Scotland around 1845.

Rose McGOWAN, b. c. 1829 in Ireland, probably Co. Leitrim, m. James McCUE around 1849 in Avondale, Lanarkshire, Scotland. He was b. c. 1826 in Ireland, probably in Co. Leitrim.

Catherine McGOWAN, b. c. 1830 in Ireland, probably in Co. Leitrim, m. Patrick DUFFY, b. c. 1824 in Ireland. The couple were married in 1853 in Avondale, Lanarkshire, Scotland.

Does anyone recognize this family?

Thanks.

Michelle

mcgowan

jeanold19 — 12 Feb 2007 8:29:53 GMT

hi iam looking for any information on ann mcgowan
of ireland she was born 1841 she married john rafferty most of the rafferty came from armagh.
regards jean

Samual and Susanah McGowan Indiana 1860

sabogirl — 24 Dec 2001 8:59:48 GMT

We welcome information on this couple and their parents. They were born in Penn. He in 1796. She in 1797. They settled in Orland Indiana and family history holds that their farm was a stop on the Underground Railroad. Our family continues throught Mary Maria who married George W. Neihardt.

Eliza Mc Gowan of NJ

patmontero25 — 24 Jan 2007 4:32:55 GMT

Mr. Isaac Jarvis Dunlap, of NY, married Eliza Mc Gowan, of Paterson, Passaic, NJ, on 29 Aug 1841 by Rev. Kidder.

Any further information on the couple or the parents of Eliza would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you for your time.

Patricia Montero
Patmontero25@hotmail.com

McGowan in Melbourne Australia

meb02c — 28 May 2006 12:47:55 GMT

Looking for descendents of William Daniel McGowan b. Port Glasgow 1828 and Jane Reid b. Newbattle 1835 of South Melbourne, Australia. Family names - Maclennan, Kelly, Ramsdale, Prahl, Davey, Martin, Crawford. One son was John Reid McGowan aka Gentleman Jack McGowan the famous boxer.

McGowans of Tenn

Mary Noell — 21 Apr 2001 5:09:33 GMT

I am searching for information about Dr Joseph Gardner McGowan, born about 1833. He married Eliza Ferns, b. 1844 approx. If you have info about this family, please contact me. Thanks

McGowan and Dunn in Illinois

Kay — 7 Aug 2006 1:03:56 GMT

Fenton McGowan (born 1821 in Ireland - died 1893 in Decatur, Illinois) married Catherine Elizabeth Lawler (born 1835 - died 1911 in Decatur, IL) both buried in Calvary Cemetery in Decatur, IL. They arrived in the United States in 1866 with three children and settled for awhile in St. Louis, MO. My ggrandfather was one of their children---Thomas McGowan.

Thomas married Elizabeth Dunn in Dalton City, IL. Her grandfather, Peter Dunn, married Mary (Margaret) Dempsey. Peter DUNN, along with brother William and sister Mary entered the US in Boston aboard the Ship Buena Vista on June 1, 1850 so quite a bit earlier than the McGowans.

Peter married Mary (Margaret) Dempsey in Decatur, IL and settled in Dalton City, Moultrie CO. IL. The Dunn and Dempsey Clans were from the northwest portion of County Laois, Ireland.

Dalton City was known as Little Ireland due to the large number of Irish families that settled in the area. I have info to share from Thomas McGowan and Elizabeth Dunn forward but need to fill in many blanks on the early McGowan Dunn line.

Any fill in the blank info will be GREATLY appreciated!!

Kay

Peter McGowan / Mary Lively

threedeeperformancehorses — 7 Dec 2006 4:46:37 GMT

I'm looking for information on my Great Grandparents, Peter McGowan (born about 1896) and Mary Lively (born about 1900). I think they were both from Mayo, Ireland. I'm not sure if they came to Canada after they were married or if they met here. Any information would be great.

Cynthia Elizabeth daughter of James McGowan?

Jo Wilson — 2 Dec 2006 9:14:07 GMT

Cynthia/Sinthia Elizabeth McGowan was born 02 May, 1810 in Madison Co., AL (then Mississippi Territory). She married John L. Mills in Madison Co., AL on 11 March 1826. Was she the daughter of James McGowan? He was the only McGowan in the 1809 Madison Co. census. Any help would be appreciated.

McGowans or MAGOWANS in Armagh

Kat — 15 Jun 2006 4:42:30 GMT

I am tracing a Moyraverty or Portadown McGOWAN or Magowan family.

Samuel MAGOWAN married Hannah Jane WARD and is in Moyraverty in Griffiths.

Thomas McGowan married Eliza DICKSON and had children in Moyraverty. .

Isabella married James McFadden and moved to Canada.

Ann McGowan married Samuel WILSON and his line has been researched.

Does anyone know the following people
William McGOWAN married Jane Phoenix and lived in Legacurry
James MAGOWAN married Jane McNabb and lived in Moyraverty
James Magowan married Lizzie Lyness and lived in Drumgor
Rachel MCGowan married Thomas McFadden and moved to New South Wales, Australia

Does anyone know if James McFADDEN who married Caroline LYNESS in Moyraverty is related?

McGOWAN, JOHN: Congressional Medal of Honor Recipient - Civil War

jasche — 18 Nov 2006 4:22:35 GMT

Source: http://www.army.mil/cmh/Default.htm

Note: This is not my ancestry. I have NO additional information. I am just passing along information that may be useful.

McGOWAN, JOHN
Rank and organization: Quartermaster, U.S. Navy. Born: 1831, Ireland. Accredited to: New York. G.O. No.: 11, 3 April 1863. Citation: McGowan occupied one of the most responsible positions on the U.S.S. Varuna during the attacks on Forts Jackson and St. Philip and in action against the rebel ship Morgan on 24 April 1862. Although guns were raking the decks from behind him, McGowan remained steadfast at the wheel throughout the thickest of the fight, continuing at his station and rendering service with the greatest courage and skill until his ship, repeatedly holed and twice rammed by the enemy, was beached and sunk.

Photo Gaylon & Hazel McGowan

pasoules — 6 Nov 2006 6:02:25 GMT

I have a photo of two children, Gaylon & Hazel McGowan. Appears to be taken early 1900's. Our McGowan family was from Allegheny, PA. Any idea who they might be?

I'd be glad to share this photo. E-mail me if you're interested. Dee Soules

Bernard/Barnard McGowan Irl - Australia

shasimaus — 28 Oct 2006 11:27:22 GMT

Hope someone can help me with brick wall. Search of NSW gov. records say: Barnard was transported on
"Marquis of Huntly " sailed from Sheerness Apr 9 1830 arr. Aust after 134 days on Aug 21 1830 Sydney. His 'crime' stealing fruit, paint & tools - he was a painter. Under Darlinghurst gaol photos entry for Bernard McGowan born 1816 Ireland.; but why was he transported from Sheerness - isn't that in Sth E England? Important for me to crack this wall as working with Geneticist to try identify unknown medical condition affecting my daughter, he wants our family tree info esp. maternal line which this is - ANY help would be appreciated. Thanks from Australia Sharon

Elsie McGowan (McGowen?) and Elsie Sullivan

KarenBlackmonEllsworth — 24 Oct 2006 5:05:12 GMT

I am looking for any information that I can find about the following persons:

1. Elsie McGowan (McGowen?), daughter of Mary E. Wilson and Thomas Franklin McGowan. I understand
that Elsie was born about 1907, and the family lived in Remlap, Blount County, Alabama. I do
not know if she married or had children.

2. Elsie Sullivan, or perhaps her name is Elsie McGowan, daughter of Milly Ann Wilson. I do
not know if Elsie was from Milly’s married to Mr. Sullivan, his first name being Daniel? or
Bert?, or from Milly’s marriage to Albert McGowan. Milly Wilson and Mary Wilson are sisters,
and Thomas Franklin McGowan and Albert McGowan are brothers.

We need to get in touch with anyone that has any information about either or both of these Elsies.
We understand that one of these Elsies had information pertaining to a “roll number” of her
mother’s, and perhaps Elsie had a roll number of her own, and possibly other family members,
evidencing proof of Native American heritage. I assume that “roll number” may refer to one of
the various Native American Rolls containing names of persons of Native American descent.

ANY information would be appreciated. You may answer on this message board, but please also
contact me directly at karenpls@bellsouth.net.

Thank you.

Elsie McGowan and Elsie Sullivan

KarenBlackmonEllsworth — 24 Oct 2006 5:03:35 GMT

Elizabeth Jane(Betsey) McGowan married to Robert Stoness

just4keeps — 2 Oct 2006 3:39:15 GMT