Main Family History
Descendants of Philip Main
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Lillian Fisher was born on 9 November 1902 at Iowa. She was the daughter of John Adam Fisher and Myrtle May Shipman. Lillian Fisher married Elmer Lenz circa 1922. Lillian Fisher died on 2 July 1979 at Iowa at age 76.
Martha Elizabeth 'Lizzie' Cox (F)
b. 4 December 1867, d. 17 January 1938
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b. 4 December 1867, d. 17 January 1938
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Martha Elizabeth 'Lizzie' Cox was born on 4 December 1867. She was the daughter of Charles Thomas Cox and Anna L. Searight. Martha Elizabeth 'Lizzie' Cox married Amos Worden Roberts, son of Benjamin D. Roberts and Susannah VanCamp, on 22 November 1883 at Knox County, Nebraska; See marriage license.
Martha Elizabeth 'Lizzie' Cox married Henry Haiskel Jones, son of Haskell Jones, circa 1909. Martha Elizabeth 'Lizzie' Cox died on 17 January 1938 at Carlsbad, Eddy County, New Mexico, at age 70; from injuries sustained in a car wreck. Died at home. Death certificate states cause of death: Chronic Cardiac and Renal disease.
See death certificate. She was buried after 17 January 1938 at Carlsbad Cemetery Div. H Block 26 Lot 14, Carlsbad, Eddy County, New Mexico.
Martha Elizabeth 'Lizzie' Cox was a homemaker.
See death certificate. She was buried after 17 January 1938 at Carlsbad Cemetery Div. H Block 26 Lot 14, Carlsbad, Eddy County, New Mexico.
Martha Elizabeth 'Lizzie' Cox was a homemaker.
Children of Martha Elizabeth 'Lizzie' Cox and Amos Worden Roberts- Carrie May Roberts+ b. 3 Feb 1885, d. 8 Mar 1965
Ida Frances Roberts b. 9 Oct 1887, d. 28 Mar 1965
Melvin Philip 'Mel' Main (M)
b. 22 October 1871, d. 22 November 1955
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b. 22 October 1871, d. 22 November 1955
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Melvin Philip 'Mel' Main was born on 22 October 1871 at Time, Pike County, Illinois. He was the son of Melvin Philip Main and Rachel Troutner. Melvin Philip 'Mel' Main married Myrtle May Shipman, daughter of Joseph Reeder Shipman and Lorena Stroup, on 1 August 1907 at Wapello, Louisa County, Iowa. Melvin Philip 'Mel' Main died on 22 November 1955 at Wapello, Louisa County, Iowa, at age 84. He was buried after 22 November 1955 at Wapello Cemetery, Wapello, Louisa County, Iowa; I have picture of double marker with Myrtle.
Melvin Philip 'Mel' Main was doing farm labor. He is age 28, single and living with his brother Louis. On 1 June 1900 at Hardin Township - Time Village, Pike County, Illinois. He appeared on the census of 25 April 1910 at S.D.1; E.D.3; Sheet 5 A, Burlington Township, Des Moines County, Iowa; is age 38, married to Myrtle, and he is farming. Their daughter Melba and three of Myrtle's children are with them.
Melvin Philip 'Mel' Main was doing farm labor. He is age 28, single and living with his brother Louis. On 1 June 1900 at Hardin Township - Time Village, Pike County, Illinois. He appeared on the census of 25 April 1910 at S.D.1; E.D.3; Sheet 5 A, Burlington Township, Des Moines County, Iowa; is age 38, married to Myrtle, and he is farming. Their daughter Melba and three of Myrtle's children are with them.
Children of Melvin Philip 'Mel' Main and Myrtle May Shipman- Melba Maurine Main+ b. 12 Feb 1910, d. 23 May 2008
Ethel Evelyn Main+ b. 15 Jul 1912, d. 7 Dec 2003
Benjamin D. Roberts was born on 26 April 1823 at Pennside, Erie County, Pennsylvania. He was the son of Alson Roberts and Permelia (?). Benjamin D. Roberts married Susannah VanCamp on 1 June 1845. Benjamin D. Roberts died on 5 February 1904 at Loves Ranch, Colorado, at age 80. He was buried at Castle Rock, Douglas County, Colorado.
Benjamin D. Roberts migrated to Nebraska. He appeared on the census of 3 July 1860 at Pleasant Grove, Olmsted County, Minnesota; Benjamin age 36 - farmer
Susan age 27
George age 11
Addie age 6
Caroline age 2
Amos age 1. He appeared on the census of 27 June 1870 at Wealford Township, Pope County, Minnesota; Benjamin age 45 - farmer
Susan age 38
Aida age 16
Caroline age 12
Amos age 9. He appeared on the census of 11 June 1880 at Dry Creek Precinct, Pierce County, Nebraska; Benjamin age 57 - farmer
Susan age 46
Amos age 23
Amy age 10 or 16
Frank age 5
possibly a 3 year old living there too.
He appeared on the census of 19 June 1900 at Bristow Precinct, Boyd County, Nebraska; Living with William and Emma Hight
(their daughter). They have had 10 children; 6 are living.
Benjamin age 77
Susannah age 73.
Benjamin D. Roberts migrated to Nebraska. He appeared on the census of 3 July 1860 at Pleasant Grove, Olmsted County, Minnesota; Benjamin age 36 - farmer
Susan age 27
George age 11
Addie age 6
Caroline age 2
Amos age 1. He appeared on the census of 27 June 1870 at Wealford Township, Pope County, Minnesota; Benjamin age 45 - farmer
Susan age 38
Aida age 16
Caroline age 12
Amos age 9. He appeared on the census of 11 June 1880 at Dry Creek Precinct, Pierce County, Nebraska; Benjamin age 57 - farmer
Susan age 46
Amos age 23
Amy age 10 or 16
Frank age 5
possibly a 3 year old living there too.
He appeared on the census of 19 June 1900 at Bristow Precinct, Boyd County, Nebraska; Living with William and Emma Hight
(their daughter). They have had 10 children; 6 are living.
Benjamin age 77
Susannah age 73.
Children of Benjamin D. Roberts and Susannah VanCamp- Thomas Roberts b. 10 Apr 1846, d. 23 Jul 1846
Saloma Roberts b. 22 Oct 1849, d. 2 Dec 1856
George H. Roberts b. 22 Oct 1850, d. 15 Apr 1919
Clarence E. Roberts b. 15 Jul 1851, d. 24 Dec 1851
Ida Jane Roberts b. 15 Aug 1853, d. 2 Jun 1928
Abrom Roberts b. Nov 1857, d. Nov 1857
Caroline P. Roberts b. 25 Mar 1858
Amos Worden Roberts+ b. 25 Feb 1859, d. 25 Mar 1915
Emma A. Roberts+ b. 9 Aug 1869, d. 15 Aug 1920
Benjamin Franklin Roberts b. 22 Jan 1873
Susannah VanCamp (F)
b. 4 September 1829, d. 17 March 1916
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b. 4 September 1829, d. 17 March 1916
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Susannah VanCamp was born on 4 September 1829 at Erie County, Pennsylvania. She married Benjamin D. Roberts, son of Alson Roberts and Permelia (?), on 1 June 1845. Susannah VanCamp died on 17 March 1916 at Elgin, Montana, at age 86.
Susannah VanCamp was 27 years of age in the 1860 census. Susannah VanCamp also went by the name of Susan.
Susannah VanCamp was 27 years of age in the 1860 census. Susannah VanCamp also went by the name of Susan.
Children of Susannah VanCamp and Benjamin D. Roberts- Thomas Roberts b. 10 Apr 1846, d. 23 Jul 1846
Saloma Roberts b. 22 Oct 1849, d. 2 Dec 1856
George H. Roberts b. 22 Oct 1850, d. 15 Apr 1919
Clarence E. Roberts b. 15 Jul 1851, d. 24 Dec 1851
Ida Jane Roberts b. 15 Aug 1853, d. 2 Jun 1928
Abrom Roberts b. Nov 1857, d. Nov 1857
Caroline P. Roberts b. 25 Mar 1858
Amos Worden Roberts+ b. 25 Feb 1859, d. 25 Mar 1915
Emma A. Roberts+ b. 9 Aug 1869, d. 15 Aug 1920
Benjamin Franklin Roberts b. 22 Jan 1873
George H. Roberts was born on 22 October 1850 at Erie County, Pennsylvania. He was the son of Benjamin D. Roberts and Susannah VanCamp. George H. Roberts married Viola Pixley. George H. Roberts died on 15 April 1919 at age 68.
George H. Roberts is age eleven years in the 1860 census. He married twice.
George H. Roberts is age eleven years in the 1860 census. He married twice.
Ida Jane Roberts was born on 15 August 1853 at Minnesota. She was the daughter of Benjamin D. Roberts and Susannah VanCamp. Ida Jane Roberts married William Galbreath, son of James Galbreath and Anna Westall, circa July 1873. Ida Jane Roberts died on 2 June 1928 at Vernal, Uintah County, Utah, at age 74; I have copy of death certificate. She was buried on 4 June 1928 at Rock Point Cemetery, Vernal, Uintah County, Utah.
Ida Jane Roberts may be named Addie. Six years of age in the 1860 census.
Ida Jane Roberts may be named Addie. Six years of age in the 1860 census.
Caroline P. Roberts was born on 25 March 1858 at Minnesota. She was the daughter of Benjamin D. Roberts and Susannah VanCamp. Caroline P. Roberts married John Black.
Ida Frances Roberts was born on 9 October 1887 at Amelia, Holt County, Nebraska. She was the daughter of Amos Worden Roberts and Martha Elizabeth 'Lizzie' Cox. Ida Frances Roberts married Fred S. Sutherland, son of Alice Davies, on 13 April 1916 at San Diego, San Diego County, California. Ida Frances Roberts died on 28 March 1965 at Tulsa, Tulsa County, Oklahoma, at age 77; I have copy of obituary. She was buried on 31 March 1965 at Memorial Park Cemetery, Tulsa, Tulsa County, Oklahoma; I have picture of grave marker.
Fred S. Sutherland was born in 1888 at South Dakota. He was the son of Alice Davies. Fred S. Sutherland married Ida Frances Roberts, daughter of Amos Worden Roberts and Martha Elizabeth 'Lizzie' Cox, on 13 April 1916 at San Diego, San Diego County, California. Fred S. Sutherland died on 8 May 1963 at South Dakota.
Alson Roberts (M)
b. 10 April 1793, d. 1 February 1857
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b. 10 April 1793, d. 1 February 1857
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Alson Roberts was born on 10 April 1793 at Pennside, Erie County, Pennsylvania. He married Permelia (?). Alson Roberts died on 1 February 1857 at age 63.
Alson Roberts migrated to Nebraska.
Alson Roberts migrated to Nebraska.
Children of Alson Roberts and Permelia (?)- Benjamin D. Roberts+ b. 26 Apr 1823, d. 5 Feb 1904
Alfred Roberts b. 13 Aug 1824, d. May 1889
Pheoba Roberts b. 16 Oct 1826, d. Jan 1904
Rachel Roberts b. 12 Nov 1831
Elizabeth Roberts b. 13 Jul 1833
Francis J. Roberts b. 7 Jan 1836
Thomas J. Roberts b. 14 Sep 1837, d. 9 Oct 1894
Caroline Roberts b. 31 Mar 1841
Infant Roberts b. 1843
Permelia (?) (F)
b. 12 September 1800, d. 9 December 1870
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b. 12 September 1800, d. 9 December 1870
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Permelia (?) was born on 12 September 1800 at Pennside, Erie County, Pennsylvania. She married Alson Roberts. Permelia (?) died on 9 December 1870 at age 70.
Children of Permelia (?) and Alson Roberts- Benjamin D. Roberts+ b. 26 Apr 1823, d. 5 Feb 1904
Alfred Roberts b. 13 Aug 1824, d. May 1889
Pheoba Roberts b. 16 Oct 1826, d. Jan 1904
Rachel Roberts b. 12 Nov 1831
Elizabeth Roberts b. 13 Jul 1833
Francis J. Roberts b. 7 Jan 1836
Thomas J. Roberts b. 14 Sep 1837, d. 9 Oct 1894
Caroline Roberts b. 31 Mar 1841
Infant Roberts b. 1843
Thomas Roberts was born on 10 April 1846 at Erie County, Pennsylvania. He was the son of Benjamin D. Roberts and Susannah VanCamp. Thomas Roberts died on 23 July 1846 at age 0.
Saloma Roberts was born on 22 October 1849 at Erie County, Pennsylvania. She was the daughter of Benjamin D. Roberts and Susannah VanCamp. Saloma Roberts died on 2 December 1856 at age 7.
Clarence E. Roberts was born on 15 July 1851 at Osakis, Douglas & Todd Counties, Minnesota. He was the son of Benjamin D. Roberts and Susannah VanCamp. Clarence E. Roberts died on 24 December 1851 at age 0.
William Galbreath was born on 23 June 1845 at Illinois. He was the son of James Galbreath and Anna Westall. William Galbreath married Ida Jane Roberts, daughter of Benjamin D. Roberts and Susannah VanCamp, circa July 1873. William Galbreath died on 29 October 1927 at Vernal, Uintah County, Utah, at age 82; I have copy of death certificate. He was buried on 1 November 1927 at Rock Point Cemetery, Vernal, Uintah County, Utah.
Abrom Roberts was born in November 1857 at Minnesota. He was the son of Benjamin D. Roberts and Susannah VanCamp. Abrom Roberts died in November 1857.
Emma A. Roberts was born on 9 August 1869 at Minnesota. She was the daughter of Benjamin D. Roberts and Susannah VanCamp. Emma A. Roberts married William Hight. Emma A. Roberts died on 15 August 1920 at age 51.
Emma A. Roberts appeared on the census of 19 June 1900 at Bristow Precinct, Boyd County, Nebraska; William age 34 -farmer
Emma A. age 30
Freddie E. age 8
Esther S. age 6
George E. age 3
Permelia age 1
been married 10 years.
Benjamin and Susannah are enumerated with them.
Emma A. Roberts appeared on the census of 19 June 1900 at Bristow Precinct, Boyd County, Nebraska; William age 34 -farmer
Emma A. age 30
Freddie E. age 8
Esther S. age 6
George E. age 3
Permelia age 1
been married 10 years.
Benjamin and Susannah are enumerated with them.
Children of Emma A. Roberts and William Hight- George E. Hight b. 1897
Permelia Hight b. Apr 1899
Alfred Roberts was born on 13 August 1824 at Erie County, Pennsylvania. He was the son of Alson Roberts and Permelia (?). Alfred Roberts married Jane VanCamp. Alfred Roberts married Adaline (?). Alfred Roberts died in May 1889 at age 64.
Alfred Roberts married three times.
Alfred Roberts married three times.
Pheoba Roberts was born on 16 October 1826 at Erie County, Pennsylvania. She was the daughter of Alson Roberts and Permelia (?). Pheoba Roberts married Conilus VanCamp. Pheoba Roberts died in January 1904 at age 77.
Rachel Roberts was born on 12 November 1831 at Erie County, Pennsylvania. She was the daughter of Alson Roberts and Permelia (?). Rachel Roberts married Reason Phelps.
Nicholas Main was born on 19 September 1783 at Virginia. He was the son of Philip Main and Clarianne 'Clory Ann' Rough. Nicholas Main married Nancy Nye, daughter of Andrew Nye and Rachel Mc Donald, on 9 December 1802. Nicholas Main died on 2 January 1871 at North Sewickley Township, Beaver County, Pennsylvania, at age 87; I have copy of last will and testament for Nicholas. He was buried after 2 January 1871 at North Sewickley Cemetery, North Sewickley Township, Beaver County, Pennsylvania; I have picture of grave marker.
Nicholas Main appeared on the census of 1810 at North Sewickley Township, Beaver County, Pennsylvania; is age 26 - 44 years of age. Nancy is also 26 - 44. They have 6 males under 10 and 2 females under 10. He appeared on the census of 1820 at North Sewickley Township, Beaver County, Pennsylvania; Nicholas 26 - 45 years of age.
Nancy 26 - 45
3 males under 10
2 males 10 - 16
1 male 16 - 18
1 male 18 - 26
2 females under 10
2 females 10 - 16. He appeared on the census of 1830 at North Sewickley Township, Beaver County, Pennsylvania; is age 40 - 50 and Nancy is 40 - 50 years of age. They have 2 males 5 - 10, 1 male 10 -15, 1 male 15 -20, 3 males 20 - 30 and 2 females 10 - 15. He appeared on the census of 28 September 1850 at Household 47, North Sewickley Township, Beaver County, Pennsylvania; is age 66, and is farming. Daughter Susannah is age 34, and Hannah age 36 are still living at home. He appeared on the census of 24 July 1860 at Household 1203, North Sewickley Township, Beaver County, Pennsylvania; is age 76, Nancy is 79. Hannah and Susannah are living at home. Susanna and Martha Wilson are living with them.
Nicholas Main appeared on the census of 1810 at North Sewickley Township, Beaver County, Pennsylvania; is age 26 - 44 years of age. Nancy is also 26 - 44. They have 6 males under 10 and 2 females under 10. He appeared on the census of 1820 at North Sewickley Township, Beaver County, Pennsylvania; Nicholas 26 - 45 years of age.
Nancy 26 - 45
3 males under 10
2 males 10 - 16
1 male 16 - 18
1 male 18 - 26
2 females under 10
2 females 10 - 16. He appeared on the census of 1830 at North Sewickley Township, Beaver County, Pennsylvania; is age 40 - 50 and Nancy is 40 - 50 years of age. They have 2 males 5 - 10, 1 male 10 -15, 1 male 15 -20, 3 males 20 - 30 and 2 females 10 - 15. He appeared on the census of 28 September 1850 at Household 47, North Sewickley Township, Beaver County, Pennsylvania; is age 66, and is farming. Daughter Susannah is age 34, and Hannah age 36 are still living at home. He appeared on the census of 24 July 1860 at Household 1203, North Sewickley Township, Beaver County, Pennsylvania; is age 76, Nancy is 79. Hannah and Susannah are living at home. Susanna and Martha Wilson are living with them.
Children of Nicholas Main and Nancy Nye- Michael Main+ b. 26 Sep 1803, d. 21 Aug 1894
Daniel W. Main+ b. 6 Feb 1805
Jacob Main Sr.+ b. 5 Apr 1806, d. 3 Dec 1886
Mary Ann Main+ b. 13 Aug 1807
Sarah Jane Main+ b. 21 Feb 1809, d. 5 Apr 1870
John Main+ b. 26 Sep 1810
Jordon Main+ b. 19 Jan 1812, d. 30 Mar 1881
Hannah M. Main b. 7 Feb 1814, d. 14 Sep 1902
Susannah Main b. 28 Oct 1816, d. 12 Oct 1860
Nye Andrew Main+ b. 23 Mar 1818, d. 9 Oct 1854
Hiram Main b. 12 Sep 1820
Nicholas Main Jr.+ b. 15 Nov 1823
Katherine Main was born in 1804 at North Sewickley Township, Beaver County, Pennsylvania. She was the daughter of Philip Main and Clarianne 'Clory Ann' Rough. Katherine Main married Thomas Johnston, son of Richard Johnston, on 1 January 1824 at Pennsylvania. Katherine Main died in 1887 at Pike County, Missouri.
Children of Katherine Main and Thomas Johnston- William Henry Johnston+ b. 1826
Solomon Thomas Johnston+ b. 12 Nov 1832, d. 27 Jul 1916
Joseph A. 'Joe' Johnston+ b. 26 Jun 1836, d. 1903
Sarah A. Johnston b. 1839
Andrew Nye was born on 6 June 1750 at Easton, Northampton County, Pennsylvania. He was the son of Andreas N. Nye and Celia "Selli" Roos. Andrew Nye married Rachel Mc Donald, daughter of John Mc Donald, before 1780. Andrew Nye died on 1 March 1821 at North Sewickley Township, Beaver County, Pennsylvania, at age 70.
Children of Andrew Nye and Rachel Mc Donald- Nancy Nye+ b. 9 Nov 1781, d. 23 Jan 1861
Susannah Nye+ b. 27 Feb 1795, d. 8 Jul 1851
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John Main was born on 11 July 1816 at Jackson County, Ohio. He was the son of Solomon Main and Susannah Nye. John Main died in 1849.
John Main never married.
John Main never married.
Andrew Main was born on 6 August 1817 at Jackson County, Ohio. He was the son of Solomon Main and Susannah Nye. Andrew Main married Lutilia Johnson on 27 September 1838 at Pittsfield, Pike County, Illinois; I have copy of marriage license. Andrew Main died on 5 March 1897 at age 79. He was buried after 5 March 1897 at Petty Highland Cemetery, Martinsburg Township - east of Time, Pike County, Illinois; I have picture of grave marker.
Andrew Main is mentioned in "1880 Pike County History" (Quote): Andrew Main, farmer and stock-raiser, sec. 5, was born in Jackson Co., O., Aug. 6, 1817, and is a son of Solomon and Susan Main, so well known in the early settlement of this county, who came here in 1828. He loaned his gun to a friend to use in the Black Hawk war, which, at the close of the war, was returned, and he was also a soldier in that war. Andrew Main was educated in a log house with slab seats, greased paper for windows, and a large fire-place in one end. Mr. M. used to go to a horse-mill on horseback, and in the earlier part of their pioneer life he ground corn in a hand-mill; he hunted with the Indians and killed deer with them. Sept. 28, 1838, he married Lutilia Johnson, and they have had 15 children, 9 of whom are living; their names are Alvin, Andrew P., Colonel, Philip, George, William, Thomas, Jane and Minerva. (End Quote) ( page 595 "1880 Pike County History"). He appeared on the census of 4 November 1850 at Township 6S 3W, Pike County, Illinois; is age 30, married to Lutilla (listed as Matilda) and he is farming. Five children are with them. He appeared on the census of 26 August 1860 at Page 27, Hardin Township, Pike County, Illinois; is age 43, married to Lutilla, and he is farming. Nine children are with them. They are living next to Solomon, Andrew's father. He appeared on the census of 7 June 1880 at S.D.6; E.D.187; Page 17, Hardin Township, Pike County, Illinois; is age 62 and farming. Lutilia is listed as Matilda age 51. Three of their children and an aunt Catherine Johnston age 77 are all living with them.
Andrew Main is mentioned in "1880 Pike County History" (Quote): Andrew Main, farmer and stock-raiser, sec. 5, was born in Jackson Co., O., Aug. 6, 1817, and is a son of Solomon and Susan Main, so well known in the early settlement of this county, who came here in 1828. He loaned his gun to a friend to use in the Black Hawk war, which, at the close of the war, was returned, and he was also a soldier in that war. Andrew Main was educated in a log house with slab seats, greased paper for windows, and a large fire-place in one end. Mr. M. used to go to a horse-mill on horseback, and in the earlier part of their pioneer life he ground corn in a hand-mill; he hunted with the Indians and killed deer with them. Sept. 28, 1838, he married Lutilia Johnson, and they have had 15 children, 9 of whom are living; their names are Alvin, Andrew P., Colonel, Philip, George, William, Thomas, Jane and Minerva. (End Quote) ( page 595 "1880 Pike County History"). He appeared on the census of 4 November 1850 at Township 6S 3W, Pike County, Illinois; is age 30, married to Lutilla (listed as Matilda) and he is farming. Five children are with them. He appeared on the census of 26 August 1860 at Page 27, Hardin Township, Pike County, Illinois; is age 43, married to Lutilla, and he is farming. Nine children are with them. They are living next to Solomon, Andrew's father. He appeared on the census of 7 June 1880 at S.D.6; E.D.187; Page 17, Hardin Township, Pike County, Illinois; is age 62 and farming. Lutilia is listed as Matilda age 51. Three of their children and an aunt Catherine Johnston age 77 are all living with them.
Children of Andrew Main and Lutilia Johnson- John Main+ b. 1839, d. 1873
Rufus Main b. 2 Aug 1841, d. 11 Nov 1862
Alvin Nye Main+ b. 17 Jan 1844, d. 27 Apr 1929
Philip Melvin Main+ b. 29 Aug 1847, d. 10 Jun 1946
Andrew Parker 'Dick' Main+ b. 10 Jul 1849, d. 5 Apr 1932
J. H. 'Colonel' Main b. 1850
Sarah Jane Main+ b. 1852, d. 1937
Minerva Ann Main+ b. 1857, d. 1897
George Washington 'Plummer' Main+ b. Aug 1859, d. 8 Feb 1948
Henry Main b. 1861, d. 19 May 1863
William H. Main+ b. Jan 1864, d. 14 Dec 1943
Thomas Jefferson Main+ b. 1866, d. 1947
David Main was born on 3 September 1819 at Ohio. He was the son of Solomon Main and Susannah Nye. David Main married Susan Troutner, daughter of John Troutner Sr. and Elizabeth Heth, on 27 January 1842 at Pittsfield, Pike County, Illinois; I have copy of marriage license.
David Main appeared on the census of 23 October 1850 at Dwelling 1067, Township 6S 2W, Pike County, Illinois; is age 31, married to Susan and he is working as a teamster. They have 4 children. He appeared on the census of 26 August 1860 at Page 20, Hardin Township, Pike County, Illinois; is age 39, married to Susan and he is farming. Seven children are with them. He appeared on the census of 21 July 1870 at Page 2, Dwelling 10, Hardin Township, Pike County, Illinois; is age 45, married to Susan and he is farming. The information on this census can be confusing. It gives Maine as the birth place of both David and Susan and David's age is obviously incorrect. He appeared on the census of 5 June 1880 at S.D.6; E.D.187; Page 14, Hardin Township, Pike County, Illinois; is age 67, married to Susan, and he is farming. Three children are with them. Susan's mother, Elizabeth, is with them.
David Main appeared on the census of 23 October 1850 at Dwelling 1067, Township 6S 2W, Pike County, Illinois; is age 31, married to Susan and he is working as a teamster. They have 4 children. He appeared on the census of 26 August 1860 at Page 20, Hardin Township, Pike County, Illinois; is age 39, married to Susan and he is farming. Seven children are with them. He appeared on the census of 21 July 1870 at Page 2, Dwelling 10, Hardin Township, Pike County, Illinois; is age 45, married to Susan and he is farming. The information on this census can be confusing. It gives Maine as the birth place of both David and Susan and David's age is obviously incorrect. He appeared on the census of 5 June 1880 at S.D.6; E.D.187; Page 14, Hardin Township, Pike County, Illinois; is age 67, married to Susan, and he is farming. Three children are with them. Susan's mother, Elizabeth, is with them.
Children of David Main and Susan Troutner- James Main b. a 1843
Susan Main b. 4 Aug 1844
Elizabeth 'Betsy' Main+ b. 4 Aug 1844, d. 14 Apr 1929
John William Main+ b. 16 Mar 1848, d. 18 May 1924
Andrew 'Coon' Main b. 1850, d. b 1880
Rachel Main b. 16 Feb 1852, d. 7 May 1931
Philip Main b. 1856
Charles Main+ b. Jan 1858
Lewis Main b. c 1861
David Hardin 'Hardy' Main+ b. Feb 1863, d. 17 Jan 1934
Emily Marie 'Emma' Main+ b. Apr 1867, d. 1942
William Main was born on 11 March 1821 at Jackson County, Ohio. He was the son of Solomon Main and Susannah Nye. William Main married Permelia E. Barney, daughter of Nicholas B. Barney and Lydia (?), on 21 October 1849 at Pittsfield, Pike County, Illinois; I have copy of marriage license. William Main died on 4 December 1896 at Boonville, Mendocino County, California, at age 75. He was buried after 4 December 1896 at Philo - north of, Mendocino County, California; has an unmarked grave.
William Main was employed in Lumber and Mining. He was a veteran of the Mexican War. He appeared on the census of 14 August 1850 at (138), Pittsfield, Pike County, Illinois; is age 28. Permelia is 16. He appeared on the census of 1 November 1850 at Dwelling 1104, Township 7 S 4 W, Pike County, Illinois; is age 25, married to Permelia. They are living with Permelia's parents. We find Permelia and William in 2 censuses a few months apart. He appeared on the census of 26 August 1860 at Page 25; Household 183, Hardin Township, Pike County, Illinois; is age 39, Permelia is 26. They have 6 children with them. William is farming. He appeared on the census of 15 July 1870 at Page 5; Dwelling 46, Hamilton Township, Butte County, California; is age 51. Hugh, John and James are living with him. Nancy and Robert are living next door. He appeared on the census of 14 June 1880 at S.D. 3; E.D. 66; Page 13 D, Anderson Township, Mendocino County, California; is age 63. He, James and Daniel are living with Elizabeth and Matthew Tescher.
William Main was employed in Lumber and Mining. He was a veteran of the Mexican War. He appeared on the census of 14 August 1850 at (138), Pittsfield, Pike County, Illinois; is age 28. Permelia is 16. He appeared on the census of 1 November 1850 at Dwelling 1104, Township 7 S 4 W, Pike County, Illinois; is age 25, married to Permelia. They are living with Permelia's parents. We find Permelia and William in 2 censuses a few months apart. He appeared on the census of 26 August 1860 at Page 25; Household 183, Hardin Township, Pike County, Illinois; is age 39, Permelia is 26. They have 6 children with them. William is farming. He appeared on the census of 15 July 1870 at Page 5; Dwelling 46, Hamilton Township, Butte County, California; is age 51. Hugh, John and James are living with him. Nancy and Robert are living next door. He appeared on the census of 14 June 1880 at S.D. 3; E.D. 66; Page 13 D, Anderson Township, Mendocino County, California; is age 63. He, James and Daniel are living with Elizabeth and Matthew Tescher.
Children of William Main and Permelia E. Barney- C. Main b. c 1850, d. b 1860
Lutilla 'Tillie' Main+ b. Dec 1852, d. Mar 1931
Nancy Main+ b. 20 Mar 1853, d. 19 Aug 1926
Elizabeth Main+ b. Sep 1855, d. 31 Dec 1929
Hugh McNary Main+ b. 9 Sep 1856, d. 29 Mar 1911
John Wesley Main+ b. c 1857, d. 24 Dec 1926
James A. Main+ b. 6 Aug 1861, d. 22 Mar 1940
Daniel Mathew Main+ b. 21 Mar 1869, d. 20 May 1936
Rachel Main was born on 10 September 1823 at Jackson County, Ohio. She was the daughter of Solomon Main and Susannah Nye. Rachel Main married William A. Watson on 26 October 1843 at Pittsfield, Pike County, Illinois; I have copy of marriage license. Rachel Main married John Hack before 1870. Rachel Main died before 1900.
Rachel Main appeared on the census of 12 November 1850 at Dwelling 1395, Town 6S 3W, Pike County, Illinois; is age 26, living with her parents. She has 2 year old Lodema.
Rachel Main appeared on the census of 12 November 1850 at Dwelling 1395, Town 6S 3W, Pike County, Illinois; is age 26, living with her parents. She has 2 year old Lodema.
Child of Rachel Main and William A. Watson- Lodemia Watson b. 1848
Child of Rachel Main and John Hack- Clemmie Hack b. a 22 Jul 1870
Anna Main was born on 20 January 1825 at Jackson County, Ohio. She was the daughter of Solomon Main and Susannah Nye. Anna Main married DeWitt C. St John on 26 October 1848 at Pittsfield, Pike County, Illinois; I have copy of marriage license. Anna Main married Daniel R. Barry on 14 October 1855 at Pike County, Illinois; was found in Book I, Page 219.
Anna Main appeared on the census of 21 June 1880 at S.D.6; E.D.179; Sheet 45 B & 46 A, Ross Township, Pike County, Illinois.
Anna Main appeared on the census of 21 June 1880 at S.D.6; E.D.179; Sheet 45 B & 46 A, Ross Township, Pike County, Illinois.
Children of Anna Main and DeWitt C. St John- William H. St John b. c Jan 1850
Mary Jane St John+ b. Feb 1851
Children of Anna Main and Daniel R. Barry- Emma Barry+ b. Dec 1856, d. b 1930
Daniel R. 'Boone' Barry Jr.+ b. Jan 1858
Sarah 'Sadie' Barry+ b. c 1860
Susan 'Sue' Barry+ b. Oct 1862, d. 21 Feb 1902
Anna Jo Barry b. c 1864
Nancy Main was born on 29 September 1826 at Pike County, Illinois. She was the daughter of Solomon Main and Susannah Nye. Nancy Main died on 8 July 1851 at Pittsfield, Pike County, Illinois, at age 24; died of Cholera.
Nicholas Main was born on 4 March 1828 at Jackson County, Ohio. He was the son of Solomon Main and Susannah Nye. Nicholas Main married Sarah Jane Troutner, daughter of John Troutner Sr. and Elizabeth Heth, on 24 December 1854 at Pike County, Illinois; I have copy of marriage license. Nicholas Main died in 1889. He was buried in 1889 at Time Cemetery, Hardin Township - Time Village, Pike County, Illinois; I have picture of grave marker.
Nicholas Main appeared on the census of 26 August 1860 at Page 28, Hardin Township, Pike County, Illinois; is married to Jane and he is farming. They have one child. Elizabeth Troutner, age 68, is with them. He appeared on the census of 12 June 1880 at S.D.6; E.D.187; Page 27 & 28, Hardin Township, Pike County, Illinois; is age 50, married to Sarah J. and he is farming. Nine children are with them.
Nicholas Main appeared on the census of 26 August 1860 at Page 28, Hardin Township, Pike County, Illinois; is married to Jane and he is farming. They have one child. Elizabeth Troutner, age 68, is with them. He appeared on the census of 12 June 1880 at S.D.6; E.D.187; Page 27 & 28, Hardin Township, Pike County, Illinois; is age 50, married to Sarah J. and he is farming. Nine children are with them.
Children of Nicholas Main and Sarah Jane Troutner- Lucius Main b. 1855, d. 1916
James Main b. 1861, d. 1884
William Main+ b. Jun 1864, d. 1941
Susanah Main+ b. Nov 1866, d. 1948
Nancy Main b. 1869, d. 10 Nov 1947
Lutilia 'Lu' Main b. Nov 1871, d. 1905
Magnolia 'Mag' Main+ b. Feb 1874, d. 6 Oct 1919
Elizabeth Main b. Jun 1877, d. 1964
Lillian 'Lillie' Main b. 14 Apr 1880, d. Jul 1972
Sarah 'Sally' Main was born on 23 January 1830 at Hardin Township, Pike County, Illinois. She was the daughter of Solomon Main and Susannah Nye. Sarah 'Sally' Main married David C. Troutner, son of John Troutner Sr. and Elizabeth Heth, on 13 November 1853 at Pike County, Illinois; I have copy of marriage license.
Sarah 'Sally' Main appeared on the census of 5 June 1880 at S. D. 6; E. D. 187; Page 14, Hardin Township, Pike County, Illinois; is age 50 and keeping house
Mary age 27 (daughter) Keeping house
Lodema age 25 (daughter) Keeping house
John age 24 (son) farming
Solomon age 22 (son) Farming.
Sarah 'Sally' Main appeared on the census of 5 June 1880 at S. D. 6; E. D. 187; Page 14, Hardin Township, Pike County, Illinois; is age 50 and keeping house
Mary age 27 (daughter) Keeping house
Lodema age 25 (daughter) Keeping house
John age 24 (son) farming
Solomon age 22 (son) Farming.
Children of Sarah 'Sally' Main and David C. Troutner- Mary Jane Troutner b. 3 Jan 1854
Lodema Troutner b. 27 Dec 1855
John Troutner b. 1 Feb 1856
Solomon Boone Troutner+ b. 18 May 1858
Mary Main was born on 29 April 1831 at Pike County, Illinois. She was the daughter of Solomon Main and Susannah Nye. Mary Main married James Calvin Clark on 4 May 1854 at Pike County, Illinois; I have copy of marriage license. Mary Main died in 1912.
Mary Main appeared on the census of 7 June 1880 at S.D.6; E.D.187; Page 17, Hardin Township, Pike County, Illinois; is age 49, widowed and has 4 children living with her. Her son Charles is working as a Teamster. She appeared on the census of 22 April 1910 at S.D.11; E.D.131; Sheet 4 A, Hardin Township, Pike County, Illinois; is age 78, widowed, and is not working. She is with her daughter Ellen Watson, and her family.
Mary Main appeared on the census of 7 June 1880 at S.D.6; E.D.187; Page 17, Hardin Township, Pike County, Illinois; is age 49, widowed and has 4 children living with her. Her son Charles is working as a Teamster. She appeared on the census of 22 April 1910 at S.D.11; E.D.131; Sheet 4 A, Hardin Township, Pike County, Illinois; is age 78, widowed, and is not working. She is with her daughter Ellen Watson, and her family.
Children of Mary Main and James Calvin Clark- Charles B. Clark+ b. Jul 1854, d. 1928
Henry Clark+ b. Feb 1856, d. 1928
Ellen B. Clark+ b. Jan 1860, d. 1938
James Calvin Clark II+ b. May 1862, d. 1910
Elizabeth Main was born on 5 June 1833 at Pike County, Illinois. She was the daughter of Solomon Main and Susannah Nye. Elizabeth Main married John W. Troutner on 29 March 1863 at Pike County, Illinois. Elizabeth Main died on 25 February 1916 at age 82. She was buried after 25 February 1916 at Watson Cemetery, Hardin Township, Pike County, Illinois.
Elizabeth Main also went by the name of Betsy.
Elizabeth Main also went by the name of Betsy.
Children of Elizabeth Main and John W. Troutner- Alice Troutner b. 8 Jun 1864
Dorothy Troutner+ b. 8 Oct 1865
Thomas T. Troutner b. 8 Apr 1870
Joseph Troutner b. 23 Nov 1872
Henry Troutner b. 9 Jan 1876
William B. Troutner+ b. 15 Sep 1878, d. 1935
Minnie Troutner+ b. Oct 1878
Susannah Main was born on 17 February 1835 at Pike County, Illinois. She was the daughter of Solomon Main and Susannah Nye. Susannah Main married Joseph A. 'Joe' Johnston, son of Thomas Johnston and Katherine Main, on 10 October 1861 at Pike County, Illinois. Susannah Main died in 1900 at Arkansas. She was buried in 1900 at Goodloe Cemetery, Quitman - north of, Cleburne County, Arkansas.
Children of Susannah Main and Joseph A. 'Joe' Johnston- Ellen Johnston b. c 1862
Alexander 'Alex' Johnston+ b. Jan 1864
Emmett W. Johnston+ b. Jan 1868, d. 1945
Louisa Johnston b. Oct 1869
William M. Johnston+ b. 29 Mar 1873, d. 16 Jul 1934
Annie Johnston b. Mar 1877
Hannah Main was born on 5 May 1840 at Pike County, Illinois. She was the daughter of Solomon Main and Susannah Nye. Hannah Main died on 19 October 1918 at Pittsfield, Pike County, Illinois, at age 78; fractured her hip August 21, 1918.
She died at 2 a. m; fractured hip, bronchitis and old age. She was buried on 20 October 1918 at Petty Highland Cemetery, Martinsburg Township - east of Time, Pike County, Illinois.
Hannah Main appeared on the census of 10 June 1880 at S.D.6; E.D. 195; Page 43, Pittsfield Township, Pike County, Illinois; is age 39, and is keeping house. Her daughter Della, is with her. She appeared on the census of 1 June 1900 at S.D.10, E.D.126; Sheet 1 A, Pittsfield, Pike County, Illinois; is age 60, with birthday as May 1840. She is listed as widowed, having had 1 child and it is living. Hannah is doing washing for a living. She lives not far from her daughter Della Troutner.
She died at 2 a. m; fractured hip, bronchitis and old age. She was buried on 20 October 1918 at Petty Highland Cemetery, Martinsburg Township - east of Time, Pike County, Illinois.
Hannah Main appeared on the census of 10 June 1880 at S.D.6; E.D. 195; Page 43, Pittsfield Township, Pike County, Illinois; is age 39, and is keeping house. Her daughter Della, is with her. She appeared on the census of 1 June 1900 at S.D.10, E.D.126; Sheet 1 A, Pittsfield, Pike County, Illinois; is age 60, with birthday as May 1840. She is listed as widowed, having had 1 child and it is living. Hannah is doing washing for a living. She lives not far from her daughter Della Troutner.
Child of Hannah Main- Della Main+ b. 28 Sep 1860, d. 2 Jul 1934
Jane Main was born on 19 December 1838 at Pike County, Illinois. She was the daughter of Solomon Main and Susannah Nye. Jane Main married William Walker on 6 October 1861.
Children of Jane Main and William Walker- Flora Walker b. 1863
Henry Walker b. 1864
Alice Walker b. 1872
Lutilia Johnson (F)
b. 27 April 1823, d. 9 August 1892
Last Edited=20 Nov 2004
b. 27 April 1823, d. 9 August 1892
Last Edited=20 Nov 2004
Lutilia Johnson was born on 27 April 1823. She married Andrew Main, son of Solomon Main and Susannah Nye, on 27 September 1838 at Pittsfield, Pike County, Illinois; I have copy of marriage license. Lutilia Johnson died on 9 August 1892 at age 69. She was buried after 9 August 1892 at Petty Highland Cemetery, Martinsburg Township - east of Time, Pike County, Illinois; I have picture of grave marker.
Children of Lutilia Johnson and Andrew Main- John Main+ b. 1839, d. 1873
Rufus Main b. 2 Aug 1841, d. 11 Nov 1862
Alvin Nye Main+ b. 17 Jan 1844, d. 27 Apr 1929
Philip Melvin Main+ b. 29 Aug 1847, d. 10 Jun 1946
Andrew Parker 'Dick' Main+ b. 10 Jul 1849, d. 5 Apr 1932
J. H. 'Colonel' Main b. 1850
Sarah Jane Main+ b. 1852, d. 1937
Minerva Ann Main+ b. 1857, d. 1897
George Washington 'Plummer' Main+ b. Aug 1859, d. 8 Feb 1948
Henry Main b. 1861, d. 19 May 1863
William H. Main+ b. Jan 1864, d. 14 Dec 1943
Thomas Jefferson Main+ b. 1866, d. 1947
Susan Troutner was born in 1826 at Ohio. She was the daughter of John Troutner Sr. and Elizabeth Heth. Susan Troutner married David Main, son of Solomon Main and Susannah Nye, on 27 January 1842 at Pittsfield, Pike County, Illinois; I have copy of marriage license.
Susan Troutner also went by the name of Aunt Tooky.
Susan Troutner also went by the name of Aunt Tooky.
Children of Susan Troutner and David Main- James Main b. a 1843
Susan Main b. 4 Aug 1844
Elizabeth 'Betsy' Main+ b. 4 Aug 1844, d. 14 Apr 1929
John William Main+ b. 16 Mar 1848, d. 18 May 1924
Andrew 'Coon' Main b. 1850, d. b 1880
Rachel Main b. 16 Feb 1852, d. 7 May 1931
Philip Main b. 1856
Charles Main+ b. Jan 1858
Lewis Main b. c 1861
David Hardin 'Hardy' Main+ b. Feb 1863, d. 17 Jan 1934
Emily Marie 'Emma' Main+ b. Apr 1867, d. 1942
William A. Watson (M)
b. 19 October 1824, d. 23 April 1848
Last Edited=8 Apr 2005
b. 19 October 1824, d. 23 April 1848
Last Edited=8 Apr 2005
William A. Watson was born on 19 October 1824. He married Rachel Main, daughter of Solomon Main and Susannah Nye, on 26 October 1843 at Pittsfield, Pike County, Illinois; I have copy of marriage license. William A. Watson died on 23 April 1848 at age 23. He was buried after 23 April 1848 at Watson Cemetery, Hardin Township, Pike County, Illinois.
Child of William A. Watson and Rachel Main- Lodemia Watson b. 1848
DeWitt C. St John (M)
b. circa 1826, d. circa 1852
Last Edited=4 Feb 2007
b. circa 1826, d. circa 1852
Last Edited=4 Feb 2007
DeWitt C. St John was born circa 1826 at New York. He married Anna Main, daughter of Solomon Main and Susannah Nye, on 26 October 1848 at Pittsfield, Pike County, Illinois; I have copy of marriage license. DeWitt C. St John died circa 1852.
DeWitt C. St John is found in "1880 Pike County History" on page 239.
ASIATIC CHOLERA - While this scourge wrought great devastation in some sections of the United States in 1848-'9, Pike county almost escaped its ravages. In and about Pittsfield Dr. Comstock, DeWitt St. John, David Ober and wife, Mr. Main, Alvin Hash's wife and several strangers died, and at Kinderhook there were 15 or 20 cases of the disease. It seemed to have got out into the county from Louisiana, whither it had been brought by steamers from the lower Mississippi.
He appeared on the census of 14 August 1850 at Dwelling 86; Page 138, Pittsfield, Pike County, Illinois; is age 25, married to Anna and he is working as a stone mason. One child, William, age 7 months, is with them.
DeWitt C. St John is found in "1880 Pike County History" on page 239.
ASIATIC CHOLERA - While this scourge wrought great devastation in some sections of the United States in 1848-'9, Pike county almost escaped its ravages. In and about Pittsfield Dr. Comstock, DeWitt St. John, David Ober and wife, Mr. Main, Alvin Hash's wife and several strangers died, and at Kinderhook there were 15 or 20 cases of the disease. It seemed to have got out into the county from Louisiana, whither it had been brought by steamers from the lower Mississippi.
He appeared on the census of 14 August 1850 at Dwelling 86; Page 138, Pittsfield, Pike County, Illinois; is age 25, married to Anna and he is working as a stone mason. One child, William, age 7 months, is with them.
Children of DeWitt C. St John and Anna Main- William H. St John b. c Jan 1850
Mary Jane St John+ b. Feb 1851
David C. Troutner was born circa 1833 at Pickaway County, Ohio. He was the son of John Troutner Sr. and Elizabeth Heth. David C. Troutner married Sarah 'Sally' Main, daughter of Solomon Main and Susannah Nye, on 13 November 1853 at Pike County, Illinois; I have copy of marriage license. David C. Troutner died on 6 April 1862 at Tennessee; was a 2nd Lieutenant killed at Shiloh.
Children of David C. Troutner and Sarah 'Sally' Main- Mary Jane Troutner b. 3 Jan 1854
Lodema Troutner b. 27 Dec 1855
John Troutner b. 1 Feb 1856
Solomon Boone Troutner+ b. 18 May 1858
Citations
- See more on this family in the TROUTNER FAMILY HISTORY.
John August Nelson was born on 18 September 1915 at Iowa City, Johnson County, Iowa. He was the son of William August Nelson and Hazel Fountain. John August Nelson married Ethel Evelyn Main, daughter of Melvin Philip 'Mel' Main and Myrtle May Shipman, on 10 October 1935 at Kahoka, Clark County, Missouri. John August Nelson died on 10 January 1986 at Fort Collins, Larimer County, Colorado, at age 70.
John August Nelson was a farmer.
John August Nelson was a farmer.
Ethel Evelyn Main was born on 15 July 1912 at Wapello, Louisa County, Iowa. She was the daughter of Melvin Philip 'Mel' Main and Myrtle May Shipman. Ethel Evelyn Main married John August Nelson, son of William August Nelson and Hazel Fountain, on 10 October 1935 at Kahoka, Clark County, Missouri. Ethel Evelyn Main died on 7 December 2003 at Iowa City, Johnson County, Iowa, at age 91.
William August Nelson (M)
b. 27 February 1889, d. 6 March 1972
Last Edited=21 Aug 2004
b. 27 February 1889, d. 6 March 1972
Last Edited=21 Aug 2004
William August Nelson was born on 27 February 1889 at Iowa City, Johnson County, Iowa. He married Hazel Fountain on 28 March 1914. William August Nelson died on 6 March 1972 at Longmont, Boulder County, Colorado, at age 83. He was buried on 10 March 1972 at Iowa City, Johnson County, Iowa; Gravestone located in Lot 24, Block 30, Oakland Cemetery.
Children of William August Nelson and Hazel Fountain- John August Nelson+ b. 18 Sep 1915, d. 10 Jan 1986
Robert William Nelson b. 7 May 1918, d. 22 Aug 1921
Hazel Fountain (F)
b. 12 October 1893, d. 21 August 1921
Last Edited=21 Aug 2004
b. 12 October 1893, d. 21 August 1921
Last Edited=21 Aug 2004
Hazel Fountain was born on 12 October 1893 at Iowa City, Johnson County, Iowa. She married William August Nelson on 28 March 1914. Hazel Fountain died on 21 August 1921 at Iowa City, Johnson County, Iowa, at age 27. She was buried after 21 August 1921 at Oakland Cemetery, Iowa City, Johnson County, Iowa; Gravestone located in Lot 24, Blk 30.
Children of Hazel Fountain and William August Nelson- John August Nelson+ b. 18 Sep 1915, d. 10 Jan 1986
Robert William Nelson b. 7 May 1918, d. 22 Aug 1921
Myrtle May Shipman was born on 7 May 1876 at Wapello, Louisa County, Iowa. She was the daughter of Joseph Reeder Shipman and Lorena Stroup. Myrtle May Shipman married John Adam Fisher on 6 November 1895 at Louisa County, Iowa. Myrtle May Shipman married Melvin Philip 'Mel' Main, son of Melvin Philip Main and Rachel Troutner, on 1 August 1907 at Wapello, Louisa County, Iowa. Myrtle May Shipman died on 11 March 1960 at Lone Tree, Johnson County, Iowa, at age 83. She was buried after 11 March 1960 at Wapello Cemetery, Wapello, Louisa County, Iowa; I have picture of double marker with Melvin.
Children of Myrtle May Shipman and John Adam Fisher- Charles E. Fisher b. 10 Apr 1896, d. 9 Jul 1961
Gayle Emma Fisher b. 18 Feb 1899, d. 23 Jun 1922
Beulah Jessie Fisher+ b. 30 Apr 1901, d. 26 Apr 1973
Lillian Fisher b. 9 Nov 1902, d. 2 Jul 1979
Children of Myrtle May Shipman and Melvin Philip 'Mel' Main- Melba Maurine Main+ b. 12 Feb 1910, d. 23 May 2008
Ethel Evelyn Main+ b. 15 Jul 1912, d. 7 Dec 2003
Beulah Jessie Fisher was born on 30 April 1901. She was the daughter of John Adam Fisher and Myrtle May Shipman. Beulah Jessie Fisher married Albert Johnson on 16 November 1921. Beulah Jessie Fisher died on 26 April 1973 at age 71. She was buried after 26 April 1973 at Wapello, Louisa County, Iowa.
John Main was born in 1799. He was the son of Philip Main and Clarianne 'Clory Ann' Rough. John Main married Margaret Stockman circa 1826. John Main died before 1850.
John Main appeared on the census of 1840 at Big Beaver Township, Beaver County, Pennsylvania; 1 male under 5
2 males 5 & under 10
10 & under 15
1 male 30 & under 40
2 females under 5
2 females 10 & under 15
1 female 30 & under 40.
John Main appeared on the census of 1840 at Big Beaver Township, Beaver County, Pennsylvania; 1 male under 5
2 males 5 & under 10
10 & under 15
1 male 30 & under 40
2 females under 5
2 females 10 & under 15
1 female 30 & under 40.
Children of John Main and Margaret Stockman- Nicholas Main+ b. 1827, d. 26 Mar 1910
Sarah J. Main b. 1829
Elizabeth Main b. 1830
Alva Main+ b. May 1831
David Main+ b. Jun 1833
Nancy Main b. 1836
Emeline Main b. 1838
Margaret Main b. 1841
Enoch Main b. 1843
Cynthia J. Main b. 1845
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