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Here you will find information on the ancestors and descendents of Chester Carson and Kathleen Rogers. Articles are listed newest to oldest. Start by reading the oldest articles first, then work your way back to the newest. I have also included links to their Online Family Trees. Please provide your own stories, additions, corrections, or feedback by clicking on the word "Comments" at the end of any article, or by e-mailing me. Enjoy!

Wednesday, April 19, 2006

Maston James & Delilah Thrasher, Part IV

Maston died January 5, 1858 in Roanoke, Virginia. He is buried in the Thrasher/Short Cemetery, in Roanoke.

Just over two years later, on 15 June 1860, Delilah was enumerated along with nine of her children. Their home was still located in Roanoke County, Virginia. Delilah (listed here as Delila) works as a farmer in a home valued at $2000. Her eldest son, Richard (23) is a day laborer. The other children in the home are: Frederick (20), Susan (18), John (17), Isaac (15), Harvey (13), Mary (11), Emma(7), Pink (5).


Above: The 1860 Census Extract showing Delilah James and family.

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