NOTES:
(FROM THE PAGES OF REGINA BARRY)
DEATH: DAR BIBLE RECORDS OF KENTUCKY; pub info; pp 338-339; Library of Congress LHG Room, Washington DC NOTE: Extracts from the Todd,Parker, Bowman, Toddhunter Families; from a bible donated to the Kentucky DAR by Miss Elizabeth Davis. NOTE: Only a death date for Joseph R. Megowan appears in this list.
(SOURCES):
LIFE: THE REGISTER OF THE KENTUCKY STATE HISTORICAL SOCIETY. Vol 32 Pg 257-8. Morris Library - University of Delaware.
LIVING-RELATIONSHIP: "Fayette Co KY Circuit Court Records"', NOTE: Lawsuit of William Gist vs Stewart Megowan, Davis Megowan, et. al. The plaintiff claims title to land which Robert Megowan & Richard Barr had petitioned to use for a school in Lexington in 1791. After the school broke up (ca 1797), Megowan and Barr sold it to the plaintiff, but did not execute a proper deed. Megowan has since died, leaving six sons: Stewart, James, Robert, Thomas, Joseph and David.
Helm, Emily Todd. TODD FAMILY (1718-1905). THE KITTOCHTINNY MAGAZINE. Vol 1 No2 Pg 181. The Free Library of Philadelphia.
BIRTH-MARRIAGE-DEATH: Born 1796, died 1832. Married Sallie Cassel Issue: Robert, clerk of a court in Missouri.
CONFLICT: This death date differs by 20 years from the date given in the Bible records. Other sources need to be checked to determine if this is the same man.
Joseph Megowan married Sallie Cassell of Lexington KY and left 1 son, Joseph, who married Amanda Hunt of Jacksonville, IL. It is not known if he served in the War of 1812 or other military activities.
Generation No. 2
2. STEWART WILLIAM2 MEGOWAN (ROBERT1) was born September 25, 1781 in Providence, Montgomery Co., PA, and died Abt. 1860 in Lexington, Fayette Co., KY. He married (1) CATHERINE. He married (2) SARAH MASTERSON March 02, 1803 in Lexington, Fayette Co., KY, daughter of JAMES MASTERSON and MARGARET WYMORE. She was born August 20, 1785 in Lexington, Fayette Co., KY, and died July 29, 1814 in Lexington, Fayette Co., KY.
Notes for STEWART WILLIAM MEGOWAN:
Stewart William MEGOWAN -344
(FROM THE PAGES OF REGINA BARRY):
(SOURCES):
MARRIAGE: THE DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION MAGAZINE. Vol LXXXII # 1 Pg 54. Morris Library - University of Delaware. MARRIAGE: Kate-Prince Ward Esker, " Genealogical Department" Marriage Bonds of Fayette Co KY. NOTE: 2 Mar 1803 Stewart Wm Megowan & Sarah Masterson, James Masterson, father gave consent.
Michael L. Cook & Bettie Cummings Cook. Fayette County Kentucky Records Vol 3. Evansville, Ind, 1985. Cook Publications. Pg 6. LDS Family History Library. US/CAN 976.947 P2c V. 3.
MARRIAGE: Stewert Megowan to Sarah Masterson 2 Mar 1803. James Masterson gave consent for his daughter Sarah to marry.
Helm, Emily Todd. TODD FAMILY ( 1718-1905 ) THE KITTOCHTINNY MAGAZINE. Vol 1 No 3 ( Aug 1905 ) Pg 375. The Free Library of Philadelphia.
MARRIAGE: born abt 1786, died at Lexington 1859. Married ______Matison.
HUSBAND Stewart William MEGOWAN-344
NOTES:
RESIDENCE: 1781 - PA (birth)
1803 - Lexington, Fayette Co., KY (marriage)
1850 - Lexington, Fayette Co., KY
MILITARY: Pension Application of Stewart Wm. Megowan; 18xx-1859; War of 1812, Volunteers, KY, filed by Stewart Wm. Megowan, zxxxx, Pension Application #xxx; National Archives, Washington DC. Photocopy in possession Regina Barry. Stewart Megowan tells much of his life story in this application. Confirmation appears in several county histories and court records.
BIOGRAPHY: Capt. Stewart W. Megowan served in the U.S. Army during the War of 1812 and applied for a pension based on his services. He commanded a company of volunteers from Lexington, KY in Aug 1812, and another company, called the "Lexington Rifles" in 1812. The company suffered through a bitter winter in the North Western frontier, often without provisions. Stewart Megowan and his volunteers proceeded to Canada under the leadership of General Harrison, fighting in the battle of the Thames on Oct 5, 1813, where Tecumseh was slain. Captain Megowan was also present when Proctor's troops surrendered. Later in the war, he joined General Andrew Jacksons' army for the battle of New Orleans, 8 Jan 1815. When he arrived in New Orleans before this battle he and a riverboat captain called Twiggs beat the town for volunteers. Gen. Jackson put Twiggs & Megowan in charge of the custom house in New Orleans, and on the evening before the battle, General Jackson gave them leave to raise as many volunteers as possible to join the army. A group of five Dutch sailors who did not speak English volunteered to join his company, and were present at the victory. After the death of his second wife, he lived with his brother Thomas Megowan, and suffered very poor health; which he attributed to his exposure and hardships during the war.
OTHER MARRIAGES:
Catherine-349 (MRIN:211)
Married: Bef 1830 KY
(SOURCES):
LIFE: THE REGISTER OF THE KENTUCKY STATE HISTORICAL SOCIETY. Vol 32 Pg 257-8. Morris Library - University of Delaware.
(FROM THE PAGES OF REGINA BARRY):
After the war, Stewart Megowan returned to Lexington, where he continued to reside. He married secondly, Catherine, whose surname has not been determined. A record of their marriage has not been found.
After the death of his second wife, he lived with his brother, Thomas Megowan, and suffered very poor health; which he attributed to his exposure and hardships during the war. He received a pension for his services in the War of 1812.
More About STEWART WILLIAM MEGOWAN:
Burial: Lexington, Fayette Co., KY
Notes for SARAH MASTERSON:
WIFE Sarah MASTERSON -345
(FROM THE PAGES OF REGINA BARRY):
(SOURCES):
LIFE: Clerk of the Court. KY, Fayette Co. Will Book 12.
PARENTS: Division of the Estate of James Masterson: pp 89-90, 110-11, 115, 144-46; Photocopy in possession Regina M. Barry, Wilmington DE. His land was divided equally among his widow and children Caleb, Robert, John, Margaret Metcalf and Joseph. His Children James, Sarah, Mary and Lovett have already received their due portions.
COMMENT: From the terminology of this will, it sounds like Sarah was living; but this may have been used to handle any claims her heirs may have had on the estate.
Children of STEWART MEGOWAN and SARAH MASTERSON are:
i. WILLIAM3 MEGOWAN, b. Aft. 1803, Lexington, Fayette Co., KY; d. Abt. 1820, Lexington, Fayette Co., KY.
Notes for WILLIAM MEGOWAN:
William MEGOWAN-346
(FROM THE PAGES OF REGINA BARRY):
(SOURCES):
LIFE: Helm, Emily Todd. TODD FAMILY (1718-1905). THE KITTOCHTINNY MAGAZINE. Vol 1 No 3 Pg 375. The Free Library of Philadelphia.
BIRTH-MARRIAGE-DEATH: Appears as William, dec'd. No further info given.
(FROM THE PAGES OF REGINA BARRY):
William Megowan is reported as a child of Stewart Megowan and Sarah Masterson, but no contemporary documentation has been found on him.
ii. THOMAS MEGOWAN, b. Aft. 1803, Lexington, Fayette Co., KY; d. Abt. 1820, Lexington, Fayette Co., KY.
Notes for THOMAS MEGOWAN:
Thomas MEGOWAN-347
(FROM THE PAGES OF REGINA BARRY):
(SOURCES):
LIFE: Helm, Emily Todd. TODD FAMILY ( 1718-1905). THE KITTOCHTINNY MAGAZINE. Vol 1 No 3 Pg 375. The Free Library of Philadelphia.
BIRTH-MARRIAGE-DEATH: Appears as Thomas, dec'd. No other info given.
(FROM THE PAGES OF REGINA BARRY):
Thomas Megowan is reported as a child of Stewart Megowan and Sarah Masterson, but no contemporary documentation has been found for him.
iii. ROBERT MADISON MEGOWAN, b. Aft. 1803, Lexington, Fayette Co., KY; d. Abt. 1820, Lexington, Fayette Co., KY.
Notes for ROBERT MADISON MEGOWAN:
Robert Madison MEGOWAN-348
(FROM THE PAGES OF REGINA BARRY):
(SOURCES):
LIFE: Helm, Emily Todd. TODD FAMILY ( 1718-1905 ). THE KITTOCHTINNY MAGAZINE. Vol 1 No 3 Pg 375. The Free Library of Philadelphia.
BIRTH-MARRIAGE-DEATH: Appears as Robert, dec'd. No further info given.
(FROM THE PAGES OF REGINA BARRY):
Robert Megowan is reported as a child of Stewart Megowan and Sarah Masterson, but no contemporary documentation has been found for him.
iv. MARY PARKER MEGOWAN, b. September 28, 1810, Lexington, Fayette Co., KY; d. June 20, 1891, Middlefork, Worth Co., MO; m. ELIAS GRADLIL WEIGART, July 26, 1827, Lexington, Fayette Co., KY; b. September 23, 1803, Lexington, Fayette Co., KY; d. April 16, 1886, Middlefork, Worth Co., MO.
Notes for MARY PARKER MEGOWAN:
WIFE: Mary Parker MEGOWAN-309
(FROM THE PAGES OF REGINA BARRY):
(SOURCES)
RESIDENCE: 1810 KY (birth)
1827 Lexington, Fayette Co., KY (marriage)
1850 Lockridge Township, Jefferson Co., IA
1862 Worth Co., MO
1870 Fletchall Township, Worth Co., MO.
1891 Wharton Cemetery, Worth Co., MO (burial)
LIFE:
Helm, Emily Todd. TODD FAMILY (1718-1905). THE KITTOCHTINNY MAGAZINE. Vol 1 No 3 Pg 375. The Free Library of Philadelphia.
BIRTH-MARRIAGE-DEATH: Appears as Mary, married______Weigart, they live in Iowa or Wisconsin.
1850 U. S. Federal Census. National Archives of the United Stated. National Archives-Philadelphia, PA M432.
CENSUS: Lockridge Twnship, Jefferson Co., IA; dw 23 fam 23. NOTE: aged 40, born KY.
1870 U.S. Federal Census. National Archives of the United States. National Archives-Philadelphia, PA M593
CENSUS: Fletchall Township, Worth Co. MO; Sheet 111; dw 1 fam 1; NOTE: Wagart, Mary P. aged 60.
Generation No. 1
1. ROBERT1 MEGOWAN was born Abt. 1750 in IRELAND, and died May 18, 1803 in Lexington, Fayette Co., KY. He married MARY PARKER October 23, 1780 in PA, daughter of JAMES PARKER and MARY TODD. She was born August 06, 1755 in Providence, Montgomery Co., PA, and died Abt. 1840 in Lexington, Fayette Co., KY.
Notes for ROBERT MEGOWAN:
NOTES:
(FROM THE PAGES OF REGINA BARRY)
MARRIAGE: The marriage was performed by Rev. Muhlenburg; a famous minister in the Chester Co., PA area.
(SOURCES):
MARRIAGE: Helm, Emily Todd. TODD FAMILY ( 1718-1905 ). THE KITTOCHTINNY MAGAZINE. Vol 1 No 2 Pg 181. The Free Library of Philadelphia.
RESIDENCE:
1750 - Ireland ( Belfast? )
1776 - Chester Co., PA
1785 - Lexington, Fayette Co., KY
BIOGRAPHY: Robert Megowan emigrated to Pennsylvania from Ireland before the Revolutionary War. He lived for several years (possibly as a hired hand or servant ) with his future in-laws, the Parkers, in Chester Co,. PA. When his future brother-in-law, John Parker retired from service in 1776, he chose Robert Megowan to head a group of 60 men to build a fort at Red Bank, opposite Mud Island for the defense of Philadelphia, PA. Robert Megowan was in the battle of the Brandywine and served as quartermaster & wagon master at Valley Forge, PA 1777-78. After the war, he files suit for the loss of one team and a half of another team during his service. Robert Megowan lived in Valley Forge until the end of the revolution, then he moved his family to Baltimore, MD; Carlisle, PA and finally to Lexington KY. In 1785, he opened a tavern in Lexington called 'Sheaf of Wheat', a two story log house on Main St between Upper and Limestone St ( now 140 Main ). As a large public building, the tavern was important to the city. The Trustees of Lexington KY met there regularly 1792-1806. Robert Megowan was the chairman of the trustees of Lexington in 1795. It also served as the first states treasurers' office in 1792. On 20 Dec 1796, members of the Order of Cincinnati met at the home of Robert Megowan to form a society. Robert Megowan also owned a home on Main St called 'Belfast', which may be a clue to his origin in Ireland.
RESEARCH: DAR BIBLE RECORDS OF KENTUCKY; pub info; pp 236; Library of Congress LHG Room, Washington DC NOTE: The Megowan-Hull Burying Ground. Charles McGowan died 17 Jan 1842.
Elizabeth his wife died 13 June 1833 aged 68. This would make him a contemporary of Robert Megowan. Research needed here. A William Megowan is a written witness to deeds in 1803 - is this another contemporary?
(SOURCES):
LIFE: THE REGISTER OF THE KENTUCKY STATE HISTORICAL SOCIETY. Vol 32 No Pg 257-8. Morris Library - University of Delaware.
LIVING-RELATIONSHIP: Lawsuit of William Gist vs Stewart Megowan, David Megowan, et. al. The plaintiff claims title to the land which Robert Megowan & Richard Barr had petitioned to use for a school in Lexington in 1791. After the school broke up (ca.17997). Megowan and Barr sold it to the plaintiff, but did not execute a proper deed. Megowan has since died, leaving six sons: Stewart, James, Robert, Thomas, Joseph and David.
COMMENT: Taken from "Fayette County Kentucky Circuit Records".
Michael L. Cook & Bettie Cummings Cook. Fayette County Kentucky Records Vol 2. Evansville, Ind. 1985. Cook Publications. LDS Family History Library. US/CAN 976.947 P2c V. 3.
BIRTH: Helm, Emily Todd. TODD FAMILY (1718-1905) THE KITTOCHTINNY MAGAZINE. Vol 1 No 2 Pg 181. The Free Library of Philadelphia.
DEATH: Helm, Emily Todd. TODD FAMILY (1718-1905) THE KITTOCHTINNY MAGAZINE. Vol 1 No 2 Pg 181. The Free Library of Philadelphia.
Michael Cook & Bettie A. Cummings Cook. Fayette County Kentucky Records Vol 5. Evansville, In. 1986. Cook Publications. LDS Family History Library. US/CAN 976.947 P2c V 5.
PROBATE: (original page 187) Pg 21-22. Will of Robert Megowan of Lexington, Fayette County. Dated Feb 4, 1804. Presented to court August 1804. Wife Mary Megowan to use house and land held in a trust until her death or re-marriage. When sons reach 18, he shall be charged for all expenses which may accrue for his maintenance. When eldest son is 24, the property shall be evaluated and he shall receive his share. (original page 208 ). Pg 25. Inventory and appraisal of the estate, 4 Oct 1804. Total $ 1273.00.
Notes for MARY PARKER:
Mary PARKER-351
(FROM THE PAGES OF REGINA BARRY)
NOTES:
BIOGRAPHY: Mary (Parker) Megowan gave a statement 10 Dec 1838 to obtain a pension for Robert Megowan's services during the Revolutionary War. She tells many details of his service and their life together. They were engaged for 4 years before finally marrying in 1780 in Philadelphia Co., PA. Robert Megowan had lived with the Parker family for several years before the war broke out ( 2 1/2 miles from Valley Forge, PA ). Mary ( Parker ) Megownas' parents were opposed to the marriage, so Mary, Robert, William Parker ( Mary's brother) and several friends travelled to a tavern, where they were married by Rev. Mr. Muhlenburgh. After they were married, they all returned to the Parker house for supper. Mary (Parker) Megowan received $480.00 per year pension for Robert Megowan's services during the Revolutionary War.
(SOURCES):
BIRTH: Helm, Emily Todd. TODD FAMILY (1718-1905). THE KITTOCHTINNY MAGAZINE. Vol 1 No 2 Pg 181. The Free Library of Philadelphia. DAR BIBLE RECORDS OF KENTUCKY. Pg 338-339. Library of Congress - Local History & Genealogy Room.
DEATH: Helm, Emily Todd. TODD FAMILY (1718-1905). THE KITTOCHTINNY MAGAZINE, Vol 1 No 2 Pg 181. The Free Library of Philadelphia. Died at Lexington KY Abt 1840.
DAR BIBLE RECORDS OF KENTUCKY. Pg 338-339. Library of Congress - Local History & Genealogy Room.
Children of ROBERT MEGOWAN and MARY PARKER are:
i. STEWART WILLIAM2 MEGOWAN, b. September 25, 1781, Providence, Montgomery Co., PA; d. Abt. 1860, Lexington, Fayette Co., KY.
ii. DAVID MEGOWAN, b. Abt. 1785, Providence, Montgomery Co., PA; d. Aft. 1850, KY; m. NANCY FOSTER, January 25, 1809.
Notes for DAVID MEGOWAN:
David MEGOWAN-352
(FROM THE PAGES OF REGINA BARRY):
NOTES:
CHILDREN: Based on DAR bible records (LDS film 8444415 pg 148); David and Nancy had these children: Mary Ann Toddhunter Megowan b. 17 Oct 1809. David Megowan b. 6 June 1811. Robert Madison Megowan b. 30 Jan 1813. William S. Delwin Megowan b. 3 Jan 1815. John Megowan b. 27 Jan 1817. Catherine A. Megowan b. 12 Feb 1821. James Megowan b. 25 Sep 1823. Catherine b. 2 Feb 1825. James Megowan b. 9 March 1823. David Megowan b. 16 June 1825. Nancy Megowan b. 10 July 1827. Robert W. Megowan b. 25 Sep 1829. Caroline Megowan b. 21 Nov 1830. In the 1850 census James age 26, Nancy age 21, Caroline age 16, Robert age 21 were living w/David and Nancy.
OCCUPATION: David Megowan was a carpenter, and had several apprentices in the early 1800's. He served on numerous juries.
(SOURCES):
LIFE: THE REGISTER OF THE KENTUCKY STATE HISTORICAL SOCIETY. Vol 32 Pg 257-8. Morris Library - University of Delaware.
LIVING - RELATIONSHIP: "Fayette Co KY Circuit Court Records"; NOTE: Lawsuit of William Gist vs Stewart Megowan, Davis Megowan, et. al. The plaintiff claims title to land which Robert Megowan & Richard Barr had petitioned to use for a school in Lexington in 1791. After the school broke up (ca 1797), Megowan and Barr sold it to the plaintiff, but did not execute a proper deed. Megowan has since died, leaving six sons: Stewart, James, Robert, Thomas, Joseph and David.
1850 U. S. Federal Census. National Archives of the United States. National Archives - Philadelphia, PA. M432.
CENSUS: Fayette Co., KY District 2. Dwelling 395 Family 416. David Megowan, aged 64 born PA w/wife Nancy and children.
Michael L. Cook & Bettie Cummings Cook. Fayette County Kentucky Records Vol 4. Evansville, Ind. 1985. Cook Publications. Pg 254. LDS Family History Library. US/CAN 976.947 P2c V. 4.
OCCUPATION: 2nd Monday December, 1808. Bowler Pemberton, who is 17, is bound apprentice to David Megowan until he arrives at the age of 21 years, to learn the house carpenter trade. Pg 309 12 Feb 1810 Bowler Pemberton vs David Megowan, on motion to be release from apprenticeship. After the examination of the witness, the Court was of the opinion that said apprentice return to his master. Pg 315 9 Apr 1810. Ordered that Barnet Fowler who was 18 years old in December last, be bound as apprentice to Davis Megowan until he is 21 years old, to learn the trade of a carpenter.
DEATH: Michael L. Cook & Bettie Cummings Cook. Fayette County Kentucky Records Vol. 5. Evansville, IN. 1986. Cook Publications. LDS Family History Library. US/CAN 976.947 P2c V. 5.
LIVING: (original page 516) Pg 174. November Court 1815. Inventory of the estate of J. W. Brand, dec'd by .... David Megowan.
COMMENTS: He must have been close to 21 to inventory an estate, which would PLACE his birth date 1784/5.
David Megowan lived in Lexington his entire life. He was a carpenter, and as early as 1808 had apprentices bound to him to learn the trade. He married Nancy Foster, and they had many children. A tentative list include Mary Ann Toddhunter Megowan b. 17 Oct 1809. David Megowan b. 6 June 1811. Robert Madison Megowan b. 30 Jan 1813. William S. Delwin Megowan b. 3 Jan 1815. John Megowan b. 27 Jan 1817. Catherine A. Megowan b. 12 Feb 1821. James Megowan b. 25 Sep 1823. Catherine b. 2 Feb 1825. James Megowan b. 9 March 1823. David Megowan b. 16 June 1825. Nancy Megowan b. 10 July 1827. Robert W. Megowan b. 25 Sep 1829. Caroline Megowan b. 21 Nov 1830. A early genealogy of the family states "David married Miss Foster, a great aunt of James Lane Allen. They had nine children: Mary m. William Curd. Jane married Richard Penny. John died unmarried. James died unmarried. George. David. Robert. Nannie married Mr. Shayne of Louisville. Carrie Foster Megowan, unmarried. Lived in Lexington KY."
iii. ROBERT MEGOWAN, b. Abt. 1789, Providence, Montgomery Co., PA; d. May 18, 1818, Lexington, Fayette Co., KY; m. JULIA SMITH, January 20, 1811, Lexington, Fayette Co., KY.
Notes for ROBERT MEGOWAN:
Robert MEGOWAN - 356
(FROM THE PAGES OF REGINA BARRY):
NOTES:
RESEARCH: Capt. Robert Megowan may have served in the War of 1812 with his brother Stewart. A search of services records needs to be done.
(SOURCES):
LIFE: THE REGISTER OF THE KENTUCKY STATE HISTORICAL SOCIETY. Vol 32 Pg 257-8. Morris Library - University of Delaware.
LIVING - RELATIONSHIP: "Fayette Co KY Circuit Records"; NOTE: Lawsuit of William Gist vs Stewart Megowan, Davis Megowan, et. al. The plaintiff claims title to land which Robert Megowan & Richard Barr had petitioned to use for a school in Lexington in 1791. After the school broke up (ca 1797), Megowan and Barr sold it to the plaintiff, but did not execute a proper deed. Megowan has since died, leaving six sons: Stewart, James, Robert, Thomas, Joseph and David.
Helm, Emily Todd. TODD FAMILY (1718-1905). THE KITTOCHTINNY MAGAZINE. Vol 1 No 2 Pg 181. The Free Library of Philadelphia.
BIRTH-MARRIAGE-DEATH: Born abt 1789 died Lexington. Married Julia Ornas. Issue: Jessica, Mary.
DEATH: G. Glenn Clift. KENTUCKY OBITUARIES 1787-1854. Baltimore, MD. 1977. Genealogical Publishing Company. Pg 16 LDS Family History Library. US/CAN 976.9 V28c.
DEATH: In the Reporter, Lexington 5/20. Captain Robert Megowan, of the late firm Buck, Bradford and Megowan, Lexington. Died My 13, 1818.
Robert Megowan had the title Captain, and may have served in the War of 1812, but his service record has not yet been found. He married Julia Smith, supposedly a sister of Louise Ornas, his brothers' wife and had two children.
iv. THOMAS BODLEY MEGOWAN, b. Abt. 1794, Lexington, Fayette Co., KY; d. Bef. February 01, 1877, Lexington, Fayette Co., KY; m. NANCY PEW, November 29, 1818.
Notes for THOMAS BODLEY MEGOWAN:
Thomas Bodley Megowan-353
(FROM THE PAGES OF REGINA BARRY):
NOTES:
BIOGRAPHY: Thomas Bodley Megowan served as the jailer of Fayette Co., KY for over 20 years. He incarcerated many prisoners, including members of the notorious Murrel gang. In all that time, only one prisoner, a gambler who set fire to his cell bed, escaped from the debtors' room. After serving as a jailer, Thomas Megowan became the landlord of a popular hotel for many years. He also cared for his brother Stewart Megowan during his long illness.
(SOURCES):
LIFE: THE REGISTER OF THE KENTUCKY STATE HISTORICAL SOCIETY,\. Vol 32 Pg 257-8. Morris Library - University of Delaware.
LIVING-RELATIONSHIP: "Fayette Co KY Circuit Court Records"', NOTE: Lawsuit of William Gist vs Stewart Megowan, Davis Megowan, et. al. The plaintiff claims title to land which Robert Megowan & Richard Barr had petitioned to use for a school in Lexington in 1791. After the school broke up (ca 1797), Megowan and Barr sold it to the plaintiff, but did not execute a proper deed. Megowan has since died, leaving six sons: Stewart, James, Robert, Thomas, Joseph and David.
Helm, Emily Todd. TODD FAMILY (1718-1905). THE KITTOCHTINNY MAGAZINE. Vol 1 No32 Pg 375. The Free Library of Philadelphia.
BIRTH-MARRIAGE-DEATH: Born 1794, died 1870. Married Nancy Pugh. Issue: James, Joseph, Thomas Jefferson, Ellen.
CONFLICT: The death date is in conflict with the published obituary.
DEATH LEXINGTON PRESS: Lexington, KY. Pg 2 Col 3.
DEATH: Obituary of Thomas Bodley Megowan.
The Bodley name was in honor of Maj. William Bodley, an uncle by marriage. Thomas Bodley Megowan served as the jailer of Fayette Co., KY for over 20 years. He incarcerated many prisoners, including members of the notorious Murrel gang. In all that time, only one prisoner, a gambler who set fire to his cell bed, escaped from the debtors' room. After serving as a jailer, Thomas Megowan became the landlord of a popular hotel for many years. He also cared for his brother Stewart Megowan during his long illness. He married Nancy Pew, and they had 7 children: James Pew Megowan married Elizabeth Hardin. Joseph Redd Megowan married Martha Jane Martin. Sarah died young. Eleanor married William Vandolsen. Thomas Jefferson died young. Sarah died young. Charles Bodley Megowan died young.
v. JAMES M. MEGOWAN, b. January 29, 1794, Providence, Montgomery Co., PA; d. December 09, 1819, Lexington, Fayette Co., KY.
vi. JOSEPH R. MEGOWAN, b. 1796, Fayette Co., KY; d. July 27, 1852, Lexington, Fayette Co., KY; m. SALLIE CASSELL, November 25, 1823.
Notes for JOSEPH R. MEGOWAN:
Joseph R. MEGOWAN-355
NOTES:
(FROM THE PAGES OF REGINA BARRY)
DEATH: DAR BIBLE RECORDS OF KENTUCKY; pub info; pp 338-339; Library of Congress LHG Room, Washington DC NOTE: Extracts from the Todd,Parker, Bowman, Toddhunter Families; from a bible donated to the Kentucky DAR by Miss Elizabeth Davis. NOTE: Only a death date for Joseph R. Megowan appears in this list.
(SOURCES):
LIFE: THE REGISTER OF THE KENTUCKY STATE HISTORICAL SOCIETY. Vol 32 Pg 257-8. Morris Library - University of Delaware.
LIVING-RELATIONSHIP: "Fayette Co KY Circuit Court Records"', NOTE: Lawsuit of William Gist vs Stewart Megowan, Davis Megowan, et. al. The plaintiff claims title to land which Robert Megowan & Richard Barr had petitioned to use for a school in Lexington in 1791. After the school broke up (ca 1797), Megowan and Barr sold it to the plaintiff, but did not execute a proper deed. Megowan has since died, leaving six sons: Stewart, James, Robert, Thomas, Joseph and David.
Helm, Emily Todd. TODD FAMILY (1718-1905). THE KITTOCHTINNY MAGAZINE. Vol 1 No2 Pg 181. The Free Library of Philadelphia.
BIRTH-MARRIAGE-DEATH: Born 1796, died 1832. Married Sallie Cassel Issue: Robert, clerk of a court in Missouri.
CONFLICT: This death date differs by 20 years from the date given in the Bible records. Other sources need to be checked to determine if this is the same man.
Joseph Megowan married Sallie Cassell of Lexington KY and left 1 son, Joseph, who married Amanda Hunt of Jacksonville, IL. It is not known if he served in the War of 1812 or other military activities.
Generation No. 2
2. STEWART WILLIAM2 MEGOWAN (ROBERT1) was born September 25, 1781 in Providence, Montgomery Co., PA, and died Abt. 1860 in Lexington, Fayette Co., KY. He married (1) CATHERINE. He married (2) SARAH MASTERSON March 02, 1803 in Lexington, Fayette Co., KY, daughter of JAMES MASTERSON and MARGARET WYMORE. She was born August 20, 1785 in Lexington, Fayette Co., KY, and died July 29, 1814 in Lexington, Fayette Co., KY.
Notes for STEWART WILLIAM MEGOWAN:
Stewart William MEGOWAN -344
(FROM THE PAGES OF REGINA BARRY):
(SOURCES):
MARRIAGE: THE DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION MAGAZINE. Vol LXXXII # 1 Pg 54. Morris Library - University of Delaware. MARRIAGE: Kate-Prince Ward Esker, " Genealogical Department" Marriage Bonds of Fayette Co KY. NOTE: 2 Mar 1803 Stewart Wm Megowan & Sarah Masterson, James Masterson, father gave consent.
Michael L. Cook & Bettie Cummings Cook. Fayette County Kentucky Records Vol 3. Evansville, Ind, 1985. Cook Publications. Pg 6. LDS Family History Library. US/CAN 976.947 P2c V. 3.
MARRIAGE: Stewert Megowan to Sarah Masterson 2 Mar 1803. James Masterson gave consent for his daughter Sarah to marry.
Helm, Emily Todd. TODD FAMILY ( 1718-1905 ) THE KITTOCHTINNY MAGAZINE. Vol 1 No 3 ( Aug 1905 ) Pg 375. The Free Library of Philadelphia.
MARRIAGE: born abt 1786, died at Lexington 1859. Married ______Matison.
HUSBAND Stewart William MEGOWAN-344
NOTES:
RESIDENCE: 1781 - PA (birth)
1803 - Lexington, Fayette Co., KY (marriage)
1850 - Lexington, Fayette Co., KY
MILITARY: Pension Application of Stewart Wm. Megowan; 18xx-1859; War of 1812, Volunteers, KY, filed by Stewart Wm. Megowan, zxxxx, Pension Application #xxx; National Archives, Washington DC. Photocopy in possession Regina Barry. Stewart Megowan tells much of his life story in this application. Confirmation appears in several county histories and court records.
BIOGRAPHY: Capt. Stewart W. Megowan served in the U.S. Army during the War of 1812 and applied for a pension based on his services. He commanded a company of volunteers from Lexington, KY in Aug 1812, and another company, called the "Lexington Rifles" in 1812. The company suffered through a bitter winter in the North Western frontier, often without provisions. Stewart Megowan and his volunteers proceeded to Canada under the leadership of General Harrison, fighting in the battle of the Thames on Oct 5, 1813, where Tecumseh was slain. Captain Megowan was also present when Proctor's troops surrendered. Later in the war, he joined General Andrew Jacksons' army for the battle of New Orleans, 8 Jan 1815. When he arrived in New Orleans before this battle he and a riverboat captain called Twiggs beat the town for volunteers. Gen. Jackson put Twiggs & Megowan in charge of the custom house in New Orleans, and on the evening before the battle, General Jackson gave them leave to raise as many volunteers as possible to join the army. A group of five Dutch sailors who did not speak English volunteered to join his company, and were present at the victory. After the death of his second wife, he lived with his brother Thomas Megowan, and suffered very poor health; which he attributed to his exposure and hardships during the war.
OTHER MARRIAGES:
Catherine-349 (MRIN:211)
Married: Bef 1830 KY
(SOURCES):
LIFE: THE REGISTER OF THE KENTUCKY STATE HISTORICAL SOCIETY. Vol 32 Pg 257-8. Morris Library - University of Delaware.
(FROM THE PAGES OF REGINA BARRY):
After the war, Stewart Megowan returned to Lexington, where he continued to reside. He married secondly, Catherine, whose surname has not been determined. A record of their marriage has not been found.
After the death of his second wife, he lived with his brother, Thomas Megowan, and suffered very poor health; which he attributed to his exposure and hardships during the war. He received a pension for his services in the War of 1812.
More About STEWART WILLIAM MEGOWAN:
Burial: Lexington, Fayette Co., KY
Notes for SARAH MASTERSON:
WIFE Sarah MASTERSON -345
(FROM THE PAGES OF REGINA BARRY):
(SOURCES):
LIFE: Clerk of the Court. KY, Fayette Co. Will Book 12.
PARENTS: Division of the Estate of James Masterson: pp 89-90, 110-11, 115, 144-46; Photocopy in possession Regina M. Barry, Wilmington DE. His land was divided equally among his widow and children Caleb, Robert, John, Margaret Metcalf and Joseph. His Children James, Sarah, Mary and Lovett have already received their due portions.
COMMENT: From the terminology of this will, it sounds like Sarah was living; but this may have been used to handle any claims her heirs may have had on the estate.
Children of STEWART MEGOWAN and SARAH MASTERSON are:
i. WILLIAM3 MEGOWAN, b. Aft. 1803, Lexington, Fayette Co., KY; d. Abt. 1820, Lexington, Fayette Co., KY.
Notes for WILLIAM MEGOWAN:
William MEGOWAN-346
(FROM THE PAGES OF REGINA BARRY):
(SOURCES):
LIFE: Helm, Emily Todd. TODD FAMILY (1718-1905). THE KITTOCHTINNY MAGAZINE. Vol 1 No 3 Pg 375. The Free Library of Philadelphia.
BIRTH-MARRIAGE-DEATH: Appears as William, dec'd. No further info given.
(FROM THE PAGES OF REGINA BARRY):
William Megowan is reported as a child of Stewart Megowan and Sarah Masterson, but no contemporary documentation has been found on him.
ii. THOMAS MEGOWAN, b. Aft. 1803, Lexington, Fayette Co., KY; d. Abt. 1820, Lexington, Fayette Co., KY.
Notes for THOMAS MEGOWAN:
Thomas MEGOWAN-347
(FROM THE PAGES OF REGINA BARRY):
(SOURCES):
LIFE: Helm, Emily Todd. TODD FAMILY ( 1718-1905). THE KITTOCHTINNY MAGAZINE. Vol 1 No 3 Pg 375. The Free Library of Philadelphia.
BIRTH-MARRIAGE-DEATH: Appears as Thomas, dec'd. No other info given.
(FROM THE PAGES OF REGINA BARRY):
Thomas Megowan is reported as a child of Stewart Megowan and Sarah Masterson, but no contemporary documentation has been found for him.
iii. ROBERT MADISON MEGOWAN, b. Aft. 1803, Lexington, Fayette Co., KY; d. Abt. 1820, Lexington, Fayette Co., KY.
Notes for ROBERT MADISON MEGOWAN:
Robert Madison MEGOWAN-348
(FROM THE PAGES OF REGINA BARRY):
(SOURCES):
LIFE: Helm, Emily Todd. TODD FAMILY ( 1718-1905 ). THE KITTOCHTINNY MAGAZINE. Vol 1 No 3 Pg 375. The Free Library of Philadelphia.
BIRTH-MARRIAGE-DEATH: Appears as Robert, dec'd. No further info given.
(FROM THE PAGES OF REGINA BARRY):
Robert Megowan is reported as a child of Stewart Megowan and Sarah Masterson, but no contemporary documentation has been found for him.
iv. MARY PARKER MEGOWAN, b. September 28, 1810, Lexington, Fayette Co., KY; d. June 20, 1891, Middlefork, Worth Co., MO; m. ELIAS GRADLIL WEIGART, July 26, 1827, Lexington, Fayette Co., KY; b. September 23, 1803, Lexington, Fayette Co., KY; d. April 16, 1886, Middlefork, Worth Co., MO.
Notes for MARY PARKER MEGOWAN:
WIFE: Mary Parker MEGOWAN-309
(FROM THE PAGES OF REGINA BARRY):
(SOURCES)
RESIDENCE: 1810 KY (birth)
1827 Lexington, Fayette Co., KY (marriage)
1850 Lockridge Township, Jefferson Co., IA
1862 Worth Co., MO
1870 Fletchall Township, Worth Co., MO.
1891 Wharton Cemetery, Worth Co., MO (burial)
LIFE:
Helm, Emily Todd. TODD FAMILY (1718-1905). THE KITTOCHTINNY MAGAZINE. Vol 1 No 3 Pg 375. The Free Library of Philadelphia.
BIRTH-MARRIAGE-DEATH: Appears as Mary, married______Weigart, they live in Iowa or Wisconsin.
1850 U. S. Federal Census. National Archives of the United Stated. National Archives-Philadelphia, PA M432.
CENSUS: Lockridge Twnship, Jefferson Co., IA; dw 23 fam 23. NOTE: aged 40, born KY.
1870 U.S. Federal Census. National Archives of the United States. National Archives-Philadelphia, PA M593
CENSUS: Fletchall Township, Worth Co. MO; Sheet 111; dw 1 fam 1; NOTE: Wagart, Mary P. aged 60.
Northwest Missouri Genealogy Society. 1876 Special Census, Worth Co., MO. St. Joseph, MO. Pg 10. LDS History Library. US/CAN 977.8143 x2s.
LIVING: Fletchall Township. E. G. Weigart 1 male 0-45. Mary P. female 0-45.
BIRTH: Unknown. Weigart Family Records (Bible Transcript). Regina Barry.
DEATH: Unknown. Weigart Family Records (Bible Transcript). Regina Barry. GRANT CITY STAR. Grant City, Worth Co., MO. Missouri State Historical Society.
DEATH: Grandma Weigart died at the residence of her son, L. C. Weigart on Saturday June 20, 1891 at the advanced age of 80 years, 8 months and 20 days. Her maiden name was Mary P. McGown and she was born in Lexington KY, Sept 28, 1810. Was married to Elias Weigart of the same PLACE 26 July 1826, having been his companion for 56 years previous to his death abt 6 years ago. She was a mother of 12 children - 9 sons and 3 daughters. She has resided in Worth County for years, was an estimable lady, a kind mother and leaves hosts of friends to mourn her departure. (undated clipping.)
BURIAL: Virginia Daughters Chapter. MISSOURI DAR GENEALOGY RECORDS COMMITTEE REPORT. Series 2, 1991.
BURIAL: Wharton Cemetery NOTE: Row 3. Mary P. M. Weigart died 20 June 1891 aged 80 yrs 9 mo 21 da.
Mary Parker Megowan was named after her grandmother, Mary Parker. She married Elias Weigart in Lexington, but moved to Iowa to escape the cholera epidemics which were sweeping Lexington in the 1830's. The family later moved to Worth Co., Missouri.
More About MARY PARKER MEGOWAN:
Burial: Wharton Cemetary, Worth Co., MO
Notes for ELIAS GRADLIL WEIGART:
HUSBAND: Elias Gradlil WEIGART-308
(FROM THE PAGES OF REGINA BARRY):
( SOURCES )
MARRIAGES:
Michael L. Cook & Bettie Cummings Cook. Fayette County Kentucky Records Vol. 3. Evansville, Ind. 1985. Cook Publications. Pg 217. LDS Family History Library. US/CAN 976.947 P2c V. 3.
MARRIAGE: Elias Weigart to Mary P. Megowan; with Thomas B. Megowan as surety. 26 July 1827. S. W. Megowan gave consent for daughter, with H. Fisher as witness.
HUSBAND Elias Gradlil Weigart
NOTES:
RESEARCH: Oral tradition has given his father Philip Weigart and mother Christina Gradlil. Early records in Lexington KY suggest Geroge Weigart, hatmaker, was a resident there. A Philip Weigart appears in a census record; but family naming patterns suggest 'George' as a more likely candidate. Further research needed here.
(SOURCES)
LIFE:
1850 U.S. Federal Census. National Archives of the United States. National Archives-Philadelphia, PA. M432.
CENSUS: Lockridge Twnshp, Jefferson Co., IA; dw 23 fam 23. NOTE: aged 47, farmer, born KY. RESEARCH: born VA and Mary Weigart, aged 60, born NC. Are these relatives? The name Weigart is relatively rare, esp. in VA and KY (Several colonial Weigart are in PA).
1870 U.S. Federal Census. National Archives of the United States. National Archives-Philadelphia, PA M593.
CENSUS: Fletchall Township, Worth Co. MO. Sheet pg 111; dw 1 fam 1. NOTE: Elias G. Weigart, aged 66. Value of real estate 10,000.
Northwest Missouri Genealogy Society. Worth County Missouri Death Notices from Area Newspapers 1894-1899. St. Joseph, MO.. Pg 4. LDS Family History Library.
OCCUPATION: Obituary of Mortimer Bostick, died 30 Aug 1895 in Marysville, MO. He was born in Lexington KY 27 Mar 1807. In their younger days, he & Elias Weigart, who died near here several years ago, were apprentices at the same time in Lexington--one a shoemaker and the other a harness maker. They both came to Worth Co.
Northwest Missouri Genealogy Society. 1876 Special Census, Worth Co., MO. St. Joseph, MO. pg 10. LDA Family History Library. US/CAN 977.8143 x2s.
LIVING: Fletchall Township. E. G. Weigart 1 male 0-45. Mary P. 1 female 0-45.
Northwest Missouri Genealogy Society. Worth County MO 1862 Tax Assessors Book. St. Joseph, MO. Pg 51. LDS Family History Library. US/CAN 977.8143 R4w.
LIVING: E. G. Weigart was taxed $8.18 on 550 acres of land.
BIRTH: Unknown. Weigart Family Records (Bible Transcript). Regina Barry.
BIRTH-DEATH: In Possession of Regina Barry.
BURIAL: Virginia Daughters Chapter. MISSOURI DAR GENEALOGY RECORDS COMMITTEE REPORT. Series 2, 1991.
BURIAL: Wharton Cemetery: NOTE: Row 3. Elias G. Weigart died April 16, 1886 aged 83 yrs 8 mo 23 da.
WIFE Mary Parker MEGOWAN-309
More About ELIAS GRADLIL WEIGART:
Burial: Wharton Cemetary, Worth Co., MO.
3. JAMES M.2 MEGOWAN (ROBERT1) was born January 29, 1794 in Providence, Montgomery Co., PA, and died December 09, 1819 in Lexington, Fayette Co., KY. He married LOUISE ORNAS September 15, 1814 in Lexington, Fayette Co., KY.
Notes for JAMES M. MEGOWAN:
James M. MEGOWAN-354
(SOURCES):
LIFE: THE REGISTER OF THE KENTUCKY STATE HISTORICAL SOCIETY. Vol 32 Pg 257-8. Morris Library - University of Delaware.
LIVING-RELATIONSHIP: "Fayette Co KY Circuit Court Records"' NOTE: Lawsuit of William Gist vs Stewart Megowan, David Megowan, et. al. The plaintiff claims title to land which Robert Megowan & Richard Barr had petitioned to use for a school in Lexington in 1791. After the school broke up (ca. 1797), Megowan and Barr sold it to the plaintiff, but did not execute a proper deed. Megowan has since died, leaving six sons: Stewart, James, Robert, Thomas, Joseph and David.
Helm, Emily Todd. TODD FAMILY (1718-1905). THE KITTOCHTINNY MAGAZINE. Vol 1 No 2 Pg 181. The Free Library of Philadelphia.
BIRTH-MARRIAGE-DEATH: Born in 1791. Married Louise Ornas, sister of his brother Robert's wife; they had a daughter Julia married Percival Gough, Living in KS.
BIRTH: Michael L. Cook & Bettie A. Cummings Cook. Fayette County Kentucky Records Vol 5. Evansville, IN. 1986. Cook Publications. LDS Family History Library. US/CAN 976.947 P2c V 5.
BIRTH: (original page 457) Pg 60. John Bradford, Will Morton and Thomas Bodley, trustees in the last will of Robert Megowan dec'd have this 24 day of March 1808, at the request of James Megowan, second son of the deceased, who arrived at the age of 24 years on January 29th last, proceeded to place a evaluation on the real estate in accordance with the will. Value 2371 pounds. Allotted to James Megowan the log house and the lot on Main Street now occupied by William Essex. Recorded April Court 1808.
DEATH: G. Glenn Clift. KENTUCKY OBITUARIES 1787-1854. Baltimore, MD. 1977. Genealogical Publishing Company. Pg 20. LDS Family History Library. US/CAN 976.9 V28c.
DEATH: In the Reporter, 12/15. James Megowan of Lexington. Died Dec 9, 1819.
(FROM THE PAGES OF REGINA BARRY):
James Megowan was named for his grandfather, James Masterson. He resided in Lexington, and was a co-defendant, with his five brothers, in a lawsuit by William Gist over a land deed. James married Louise Ornas, supposedly sister of his brother Robert's wife. They had a daughter Julia who married Percival Gough, and moved to KS or Missouri.
Child of JAMES MEGOWAN and LOUISE ORNAS is:
i. JULIA3 MEGOWAN, m. PERCIVAL GOUGH Northwest Missouri Genealogy Society. 1876 Special Census, Worth Co., MO. St. Joseph, MO. Pg 10. LDS History Library. US/CAN 977.8143 x2s.
LIVING: Fletchall Township. E. G. Weigart 1 male 0-45. Mary P. female 0-45.
BIRTH: Unknown. Weigart Family Records (Bible Transcript). Regina Barry.
DEATH: Unknown. Weigart Family Records (Bible Transcript). Regina Barry. GRANT CITY STAR. Grant City, Worth Co., MO. Missouri State Historical Society.
DEATH: Grandma Weigart died at the residence of her son, L. C. Weigart on Saturday June 20, 1891 at the advanced age of 80 years, 8 months and 20 days. Her maiden name was Mary P. McGown and she was born in Lexington KY, Sept 28, 1810. Was married to Elias Weigart of the same PLACE 26 July 1826, having been his companion for 56 years previous to his death abt 6 years ago. She was a mother of 12 children - 9 sons and 3 daughters. She has resided in Worth County for years, was an estimable lady, a kind mother and leaves hosts of friends to mourn her departure. (undated clipping.)
BURIAL: Virginia Daughters Chapter. MISSOURI DAR GENEALOGY RECORDS COMMITTEE REPORT. Series 2, 1991.
BURIAL: Wharton Cemetery NOTE: Row 3. Mary P. M. Weigart died 20 June 1891 aged 80 yrs 9 mo 21 da.
Mary Parker Megowan was named after her grandmother, Mary Parker. She married Elias Weigart in Lexington, but moved to Iowa to escape the cholera epidemics which were sweeping Lexington in the 1830's. The family later moved to Worth Co., Missouri.
More About MARY PARKER MEGOWAN:
Burial: Wharton Cemetary, Worth Co., MO
Notes for ELIAS GRADLIL WEIGART:
HUSBAND: Elias Gradlil WEIGART-308
(FROM THE PAGES OF REGINA BARRY):
( SOURCES )
MARRIAGES:
Michael L. Cook & Bettie Cummings Cook. Fayette County Kentucky Records Vol. 3. Evansville, Ind. 1985. Cook Publications. Pg 217. LDS Family History Library. US/CAN 976.947 P2c V. 3.
MARRIAGE: Elias Weigart to Mary P. Megowan; with Thomas B. Megowan as surety. 26 July 1827. S. W. Megowan gave consent for daughter, with H. Fisher as witness.
HUSBAND Elias Gradlil Weigart
NOTES:
RESEARCH: Oral tradition has given his father Philip Weigart and mother Christina Gradlil. Early records in Lexington KY suggest Geroge Weigart, hatmaker, was a resident there. A Philip Weigart appears in a census record; but family naming patterns suggest 'George' as a more likely candidate. Further research needed here.
(SOURCES)
LIFE:
1850 U.S. Federal Census. National Archives of the United States. National Archives-Philadelphia, PA. M432.
CENSUS: Lockridge Twnshp, Jefferson Co., IA; dw 23 fam 23. NOTE: aged 47, farmer, born KY. RESEARCH: born VA and Mary Weigart, aged 60, born NC. Are these relatives? The name Weigart is relatively rare, esp. in VA and KY (Several colonial Weigart are in PA).
1870 U.S. Federal Census. National Archives of the United States. National Archives-Philadelphia, PA M593.
CENSUS: Fletchall Township, Worth Co. MO. Sheet pg 111; dw 1 fam 1. NOTE: Elias G. Weigart, aged 66. Value of real estate 10,000.
Northwest Missouri Genealogy Society. Worth County Missouri Death Notices from Area Newspapers 1894-1899. St. Joseph, MO.. Pg 4. LDS Family History Library.
OCCUPATION: Obituary of Mortimer Bostick, died 30 Aug 1895 in Marysville, MO. He was born in Lexington KY 27 Mar 1807. In their younger days, he & Elias Weigart, who died near here several years ago, were apprentices at the same time in Lexington--one a shoemaker and the other a harness maker. They both came to Worth Co.
Northwest Missouri Genealogy Society. 1876 Special Census, Worth Co., MO. St. Joseph, MO. pg 10. LDA Family History Library. US/CAN 977.8143 x2s.
LIVING: Fletchall Township. E. G. Weigart 1 male 0-45. Mary P. 1 female 0-45.
Northwest Missouri Genealogy Society. Worth County MO 1862 Tax Assessors Book. St. Joseph, MO. Pg 51. LDS Family History Library. US/CAN 977.8143 R4w.
LIVING: E. G. Weigart was taxed $8.18 on 550 acres of land.
BIRTH: Unknown. Weigart Family Records (Bible Transcript). Regina Barry.
BIRTH-DEATH: In Possession of Regina Barry.
BURIAL: Virginia Daughters Chapter. MISSOURI DAR GENEALOGY RECORDS COMMITTEE REPORT. Series 2, 1991.
BURIAL: Wharton Cemetery: NOTE: Row 3. Elias G. Weigart died April 16, 1886 aged 83 yrs 8 mo 23 da.
WIFE Mary Parker MEGOWAN-309
More About ELIAS GRADLIL WEIGART:
Burial: Wharton Cemetary, Worth Co., MO.
3. JAMES M.2 MEGOWAN (ROBERT1) was born January 29, 1794 in Providence, Montgomery Co., PA, and died December 09, 1819 in Lexington, Fayette Co., KY. He married LOUISE ORNAS September 15, 1814 in Lexington, Fayette Co., KY.
Notes for JAMES M. MEGOWAN:
James M. MEGOWAN-354
(SOURCES):
LIFE: THE REGISTER OF THE KENTUCKY STATE HISTORICAL SOCIETY. Vol 32 Pg 257-8. Morris Library - University of Delaware.
LIVING-RELATIONSHIP: "Fayette Co KY Circuit Court Records"' NOTE: Lawsuit of William Gist vs Stewart Megowan, David Megowan, et. al. The plaintiff claims title to land which Robert Megowan & Richard Barr had petitioned to use for a school in Lexington in 1791. After the school broke up (ca. 1797), Megowan and Barr sold it to the plaintiff, but did not execute a proper deed. Megowan has since died, leaving six sons: Stewart, James, Robert, Thomas, Joseph and David.
Helm, Emily Todd. TODD FAMILY (1718-1905). THE KITTOCHTINNY MAGAZINE. Vol 1 No 2 Pg 181. The Free Library of Philadelphia.
BIRTH-MARRIAGE-DEATH: Born in 1791. Married Louise Ornas, sister of his brother Robert's wife; they had a daughter Julia married Percival Gough, Living in KS.
BIRTH: Michael L. Cook & Bettie A. Cummings Cook. Fayette County Kentucky Records Vol 5. Evansville, IN. 1986. Cook Publications. LDS Family History Library. US/CAN 976.947 P2c V 5.
BIRTH: (original page 457) Pg 60. John Bradford, Will Morton and Thomas Bodley, trustees in the last will of Robert Megowan dec'd have this 24 day of March 1808, at the request of James Megowan, second son of the deceased, who arrived at the age of 24 years on January 29th last, proceeded to place a evaluation on the real estate in accordance with the will. Value 2371 pounds. Allotted to James Megowan the log house and the lot on Main Street now occupied by William Essex. Recorded April Court 1808.
DEATH: G. Glenn Clift. KENTUCKY OBITUARIES 1787-1854. Baltimore, MD. 1977. Genealogical Publishing Company. Pg 20. LDS Family History Library. US/CAN 976.9 V28c.
DEATH: In the Reporter, 12/15. James Megowan of Lexington. Died Dec 9, 1819.
(FROM THE PAGES OF REGINA BARRY):
James Megowan was named for his grandfather, James Masterson. He resided in Lexington, and was a co-defendant, with his five brothers, in a lawsuit by William Gist over a land deed. James married Louise Ornas, supposedly sister of his brother Robert's wife. They had a daughter Julia who married Percival Gough, and moved to KS or Missouri.
Child of JAMES MEGOWAN and LOUISE ORNAS is:
i. JULIA3 MEGOWAN, m. PERCIVAL GOUGH
