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Among our generous researchers, there are many talents. We'd like to encourage your writing talents! Please consider writing an article that might be of interest to those who find this site. Some ideas are: what you are specifically interested in researching and why, what inspired you to pursue this hobby, a moment in history involving one of our ancestors, or a brief biography of one of our ancestors. Please also visit our Memorial pages presented with the greatest of love.
This index is arranged in the order of our family grouping: Rychard(1), Ralphe(3), Samuel(8), Hannah(8), John(8), Sarah(8), Thomas(8), Thomas(7), George(7),Richard(7), Richard(5)

Descendant
Group Title and Link, Author, Subject, and Researcher's Genealogy Dream....

Rychard(1) ORIGINS OF BOWLBY AS A SURNAME - by Raymond Edwin Bowlby (14) descendant of Thomas(8), This is an important essay, and a tribute to Raymond Edwin Bowlby. For 40 years he explored our roots. He exchanged "snail mail" with probably tens, if not hundreds, of descendant researchers. He worked collaboratively and collectively. Each time any of us share our knowledge with one another, we are continuing his efforts. Ray's dream would probably be for all of us to keep working on this...

" ENGLISH HOMESTEADS AND TIMELINES by Barry Burley(15) From Ralphe(3), Barry has sent us some photos and information to help us re-discover our roots. Please forgive the "work in progress" as he and I continue to exchange information, and work on this article. I just couldn't wait until it was completely done before sharing the progress to date!   Barry has been researching for many years in England. One mystery he would like to solve is the following: From Helmsley Parish Register: April 5, 1716. John Conyers and Ann Boulby, both of Helmsley married by licence. Their younger son, Richard, was born 13 February 1725. There was an older son named John. Richard studied at Jesus College, Oxford and returned to Helmsley after his ordination about 1746. The Revd. Dr Richard Conyers was Vicar of Helmsley 1756 - 1775 approx. Richard's paternal grandfather was Robert Conyers but who Richard's maternal grandfather? (Ann Boulby's father?)

" The History of Griff by Haydn Scott. Mr. Haydn Scott, an historian living in the area of our first known ancestors, has kindly given us permission to use his article about the history of the area to be used however we'd like. We are pleased our ancestors are featured in this article, and most appreciative of his generous donation to our efforts!

" Excerpts from THE IRON WORKER AND KING SOLOMON by Joseph Harrison, Jr.(10), From Thomas(7), first published in 1869.   Shared with us by the efforts of John Marshall (15). This is truly a most amazing piece. It is one of the oldest works, yet newly discovered from Bowlby researchers perspective. Joseph Harrison, Jr. had captured a previously hidden treasure for our family, and we are extremely grateful that John Marshall has found us and shared with us this piece. Martha (Barker) Bowlby, it must be said, is nothing less than the mother of just about *every* Bowlby descendant in the "new world". Enjoy!!! You *must* see this piece.

" First Settlers in North New Jersey Transcribed and contributed by Robert Leonard Bowlby, Sr. (14) From Thomas(8) Originally published in 1912 and reprinted in 1969, this article offers an early and amazing account of the family. We are indebted to Robert for not only transcribing the article, but for sharing the original date of publication that was lost in the photocopies of the reprint!

" THOMAS BOWLBY REMEMBERED by Mary McAllister (15) From Hannah(8), Mary takes a moment to remember our first forefather to step onto the soil of this new world, and speculates how things may have been. It is light hearted and done with great love. Although not descended from Sarah(8), Mary is trying hard to preserve her memory, her descendants, and her information. Mary would love to find out more about this ancestor!

" Oregon Trail - Bowlby Style by Norman Wayne Bowlby (13) From Richard (7). For many many years, Wayne has been involved with Bowbly family research, reunion, organization - oh just about everything really - and he is amongst our best writers too! As a means of encouraging participation in the 2008 reunion, Wayne put a few notes to our working group which have been strung together here. Enjoy!

Ralphe(3) GEORGE BOULBY AND HIS SUNDIALS by Barry Burley(15) From Ralphe(3) Barry shares with us a *great* many important research finds from our English roots! This essay, a small part of a greater work in progress, highlights the talents of George Boulby(9), ancestor of descendant research, Gail Collins (14).

Samuel(8) 1947 Letter "from Tex to Mildred (McCloud) Bowlby" by Tex (aka Arthur Vincent Bowlby)(14) descendant of Samuel(8) A delightful and colorful "welcome to our family" letter, written by Tex to his new daughter-in-law.

"Karen Lea Bowlsby Perez Grayson" by her daughter, Amy Elizabeth Perez (15), a descendant of Samuel (8) and his grandson, Joseph I. Bowlsby. A beautiful tribute from a loving daughter to her outstand mother, and our cousin...

" The Bowlsby Family by William B. Lambert, originally published Aug. 1, 1902, Neligh Leader, Antelope County, Nebraska. Obtained by the Nebraska State Historical Society.

" Montana in Verse by Ethel Evangeline (Bowlsby) Williams Boucher(13) and shared with us with wonderful comments by her granddaughter in-law, Gara (Yeoman) Williams, wife of Larry Charles Williams(15) - a descendant of Samuel(8). These are simply beautiful poems inspired by pioneer days, Montana, cow boys - and most importantly, Ethel's life. Also available here is an excellent article about Ethel and her pioneering adventures with her family on their adventures in the wild west.

" DIGGIN' FOR YOUR ROOTS - GENEALOGY COLUMN by Lauri Gray-Stoewsand (17) From Samuel(8) We are able to link to our descendant researcher, Lauri Gray Stowesand's newspaper articles! If you would like Lauri to post a query regarding your ancestors from Jackson County, IL, all you have to do is email her. Be sure to make the subject line of your e-mail AVA NEWSPAPER.Lauri is particularly interested in identifying the parents of her 4th great grandfather, David King (1810-1877) who married Nancy Ann (11) Bowlby (1814-1886). David was born in Pennsylvania, and died in Ava, Levan Township, Jackson County, Illinois.

" Dr. Wilson Bowlby (1818-1895) Oregon Pioneer by Janine M. Bork. Janine is not a descendant, but a very active researcher in Oregon. While transcribing The History of Pacific Northwest - Oregon and Washington, she kindly thought of us! A short article from the History of Pacific Northwest - Oregon and Washington Volume II - Page 220 Copyright 1889

" FAMILY OF SAMUEL(8) AND FAMILY LEGENDS by Cleone E. (Damewood) Van Westen(14) From Samuel(8) This is a wonderful letter, filled with facts and family legends. It was written by Mrs. Cleone E. Van Westen (14) to Mrs. Anna (Lenz) Bowlby, wife of Guy Samuel Bowlby (14) in 1966. Maddy Hume, Anna's granddaughter, has forwarded this along to us. It is in jpg format, so it will take some time to download. But, I think you'll find it worth it. Amazingly enough, Maddy found Cleone, and we look forward to enjoying many more articles from her!

" The Diary of William Harrison Bowlby(11)   This has been shared with us from the preservation of efforts of Florence (Johnson) Kring(14) and the transcription efforts of Mildred (Bowlby) Hemmingsen/Hatcher/Nadeau (14).   Both are descendants of Samuel(8). After a family review, it is William Harrison Bowlby's account of his Civil War activities.

Hannah(8) The Simmons-Wedding House by Joy Q. Gallagher, wife of Jimmy Gallagher(16) from Hannah Martha(8) This is a beautifully researched article about the home and lives of the family involved with the Simmons-Weddington Home. Excellent- especially for those interested in the descendants of Martha's son, John Bowlby Palmer.

John(8) Interim Report on John Smith Hood and Mary Maria Smyth Hood by John J. Hood (not quite sure yet how John fits into the tree). But John does write a Newsletter for the Hood family! You can email him at: TheTNHoods@cs.com. John shares this excellent and well researched article regarding Mary Maria Smyth and her husband and family. Mary Maria Smyth(11) was a great-grandaughter of John(8).

" Excerpt from: The History of the 39th Regiment - Illinois Volunteer Veteran Infantry. by Charles M. Clark, M.D. - published in 1899. Shared with us by Charles Stanley <ballot@aol.com> This is an excerpt from Dr. Clark's work, that highlights the Civil War experience of George Riddle (11) from John (8). Will surely be of interest to descendants of John, Military History fans, the Illinois family, as well as just *anyone* who enjoys "hearing" our ancestors speak to us through the generations!!! Charles Stanley <ballot@aol.com> is very interested in all things relating to the 39th. He is not a cousin - (at least that we know of...) but would love information about the 39th.

" TRIBUTE TO THE UNSUNG by John Grismore (14) From John(8) Having married into this family, I particularly appreciate the very lovely sentiment John expresses here. :)

" Points of Pride: John Grismore by John Grismore (14) From John(8) A delightful collection of information from John Grismore, that let's us get to know his branch of our family. John is hoping to find more information about the descendants of William Boyles - born in Ireland and died in Green Co., Pa. about 1812. John's ancestor, James P. Bowlby(11) married Irene Boyles, a descendant of William Boyles.

" Memorial to Eva Kendall Bowlby by Maddy Hume(16) From Samuel(8) Maddy was inspired to create this memorial page and article for a wonderful women, Eva Kendall Bolwby, wife of Carhart Bowlby(12), a descendant of John(8). Eva left her family home to help establish the Bowlby Library in Pennsylvania. Maddy would probably like more than *anything* to get information she has from her branches' historical researchers, syncronized with those of other branches efforts. Just who *is* Grace Lacy anyway?

George(7) THE HOUSE By Mary Ann (Card) Powell was not a Bowlby descendant. But, her father was once married to a descendant and her mother was the second wife of her maternal grandmother's husband. Her maternal grandmother was a Bowlby descendant. Confused yet? Just wait :) This is the wonderful story of The home was built in the 1790's George Bowlsby(8), son of George Bowlby (7), son of Thomas and Martha (Barker) Bowlby (6). It is now the Parsippany Troy Hills Historical Museum. We enjoy this article by the kind permission of Mrs. Powell's children, and with the help of Andrea Cobb and Adrian Card. Our collective dream is to preserve this House, and allow others to enjoy it for generations to come.

" One of the Better Ideas: George W. Bowlsby, Inventor by Peter Schwartz. We have a link here to Peter's article, and have received his permission to reproduce his work in our family newsletter. George W. Bowlsby had several patents. It would be wonderful indeed if a cousin wanted to do more research on him, and share more details of his life with us!

Richard(7) A WEDDING TOUR Dec 27, 1911-January 30,1912 by Jennie Raymond (Wotton) and Neil Ross Bowlby(12) From Richard(7) Actually, although Jennie and Neil(12) wrote this lovely journal on their honeymoon from Nova Scotia to Boston, we own a debt of thanks to their grandson Neil (14) and his wife Judy (McCarthy) Bowlby in Nova Scotia for sharing it with us! Neil and Judy would like a bit more information about the Boston Relatives visited...

" Gladys Evelyn (Bowlby) Banks 1916-2002 RICHARD (7) DESCENDANT NEARING 100 YEARS OF AGE by Norman Wayne Bowlby Each of us plays an important role to our family story. Thankfully, our cousin Wayne Bowlby (Richard 7), was inspired to explore the life of his Grandaunt, Gladys Evelyn (Bowlby) Banks (7). Gladys was the last of the 11th generation of descendants of Rychard (1) and Alyson Bolbie from the 1500s (that we are aware of anyway...) Some children being born today are 23 generations removed from Rychard and Alyson!

" Excerpts from A HISTORY OF THE BOWLBY DISTRICT by Idah M. W. Van Housen. - published in 1940. Shared with us by Janis (Bigelow) Pahnke (13) From Richard(7) This is an excerpt a volunteer from the Steuben County Historical Society gave us permission to use Aug. 2000. The Historical Society is considering re-publishing the book. None of the photos have been included with this paper. The extraction is focused upon the branch of the Bowlby family, presumed to have come from Richard(7)'s youngest son, James. (It is thought James was left with his married sister as the move to the wilderness of Nova Scotia during the Revolutionary War was considered too dangerous.) Janis has been researching for over 30 years, and yet her dream continues to be to find *really* how James fits into the family. Through all her years of extensive research, and all the wonderful things written about this branch of the family, proof of how James *really* fits in still alludes us.

" LINEAGE AND PERSPECTIVES REGARDING THE CHALLENGES OF THE UNITED EMPIRE LOYALISTS By Richard A. Dodge (13) From Richard(7) Richard A. Dodge shares with us some interesting perspectives on the challenges and difficulties a part of our family faced once having chosen to remain loyalists, and removing themselves to Canada. Richard is happy to help any researchers connected to his lineage, particularly the Dodges. He greatly enjoys researching early American history! Richard's current research project is finding information about the children of his gg grandparents, Elizabeth W. (Bowlby) (9) (1797-1895) and Asahel W. Dodge (1793-1860) They owned a farm on the outskirts of the small village of Garland, Cornwallis Township, Kings County, Nova Scotia, Canada.

Richard(5) The Lady Mary (Burdenell) and Thomas Bowlby (7) by Cynthia (Katzman) Bowlby - wife of John Michael Bowlby(16), descendant of John(8). Actually, this article is really amazing because of the kind assistance of the curator of the Gainsborough House, Hugh Belsey. This was a really enjoyable article to research and write. Please do stop in for a glimpse of the aristrocratic branch of the family.

Descendant Group	Title and Link, Author, Subject, and Researcher's Genealogy Dream....
Rychard(1)	ORIGINS OF BOWLBY AS A SURNAME - by Raymond Edwin Bowlby (14) descendant of Thomas(8), This is an important essay, and a tribute to Raymond Edwin Bowlby. For 40 years he explored our roots. He exchanged "snail mail" with probably tens, if not hundreds, of descendant researchers. He worked collaboratively and collectively. Each time any of us share our knowledge with one another, we are continuing his efforts. Ray's dream would probably be for all of us to keep working on this...
"	ENGLISH HOMESTEADS AND TIMELINES by Barry Burley(15) From Ralphe(3), Barry has sent us some photos and information to help us re-discover our roots. Please forgive the "work in progress" as he and I continue to exchange information, and work on this article. I just couldn't wait until it was completely done before sharing the progress to date! Barry has been researching for many years in England. One mystery he would like to solve is the following: From Helmsley Parish Register: April 5, 1716. John Conyers and Ann Boulby, both of Helmsley married by licence. Their younger son, Richard, was born 13 February 1725. There was an older son named John. Richard studied at Jesus College, Oxford and returned to Helmsley after his ordination about 1746. The Revd. Dr Richard Conyers was Vicar of Helmsley 1756 - 1775 approx. Richard's paternal grandfather was Robert Conyers but who Richard's maternal grandfather? (Ann Boulby's father?)
"	The History of Griff by Haydn Scott. Mr. Haydn Scott, an historian living in the area of our first known ancestors, has kindly given us permission to use his article about the history of the area to be used however we'd like. We are pleased our ancestors are featured in this article, and most appreciative of his generous donation to our efforts!
"	Excerpts from THE IRON WORKER AND KING SOLOMON by Joseph Harrison, Jr.(10), From Thomas(7), first published in 1869. Shared with us by the efforts of John Marshall (15). This is truly a most amazing piece. It is one of the oldest works, yet newly discovered from Bowlby researchers perspective. Joseph Harrison, Jr. had captured a previously hidden treasure for our family, and we are extremely grateful that John Marshall has found us and shared with us this piece. Martha (Barker) Bowlby, it must be said, is nothing less than the mother of just about every Bowlby descendant in the "new world". Enjoy!!! You must see this piece.
"	First Settlers in North New Jersey Transcribed and contributed by Robert Leonard Bowlby, Sr. (14) From Thomas(8) Originally published in 1912 and reprinted in 1969, this article offers an early and amazing account of the family. We are indebted to Robert for not only transcribing the article, but for sharing the original date of publication that was lost in the photocopies of the reprint!
"	THOMAS BOWLBY REMEMBERED by Mary McAllister (15) From Hannah(8), Mary takes a moment to remember our first forefather to step onto the soil of this new world, and speculates how things may have been. It is light hearted and done with great love. Although not descended from Sarah(8), Mary is trying hard to preserve her memory, her descendants, and her information. Mary would love to find out more about this ancestor!
"	Oregon Trail - Bowlby Style by Norman Wayne Bowlby (13) From Richard (7). For many many years, Wayne has been involved with Bowbly family research, reunion, organization - oh just about everything really - and he is amongst our best writers too! As a means of encouraging participation in the 2008 reunion, Wayne put a few notes to our working group which have been strung together here. Enjoy!
Ralphe(3)	GEORGE BOULBY AND HIS SUNDIALS by Barry Burley(15) From Ralphe(3) Barry shares with us a great many important research finds from our English roots! This essay, a small part of a greater work in progress, highlights the talents of George Boulby(9), ancestor of descendant research, Gail Collins (14).
Samuel(8)	1947 Letter "from Tex to Mildred (McCloud) Bowlby" by Tex (aka Arthur Vincent Bowlby)(14) descendant of Samuel(8) A delightful and colorful "welcome to our family" letter, written by Tex to his new daughter-in-law.
	"Karen Lea Bowlsby Perez Grayson" by her daughter, Amy Elizabeth Perez (15), a descendant of Samuel (8) and his grandson, Joseph I. Bowlsby. A beautiful tribute from a loving daughter to her outstand mother, and our cousin...
"	The Bowlsby Family by William B. Lambert, originally published Aug. 1, 1902, Neligh Leader, Antelope County, Nebraska. Obtained by the Nebraska State Historical Society.
"	Montana in Verse by Ethel Evangeline (Bowlsby) Williams Boucher(13) and shared with us with wonderful comments by her granddaughter in-law, Gara (Yeoman) Williams, wife of Larry Charles Williams(15) - a descendant of Samuel(8). These are simply beautiful poems inspired by pioneer days, Montana, cow boys - and most importantly, Ethel's life. Also available here is an excellent article about Ethel and her pioneering adventures with her family on their adventures in the wild west.
"	DIGGIN' FOR YOUR ROOTS - GENEALOGY COLUMN by Lauri Gray-Stoewsand (17) From Samuel(8) We are able to link to our descendant researcher, Lauri Gray Stowesand's newspaper articles! If you would like Lauri to post a query regarding your ancestors from Jackson County, IL, all you have to do is email her. Be sure to make the subject line of your e-mail AVA NEWSPAPER.Lauri is particularly interested in identifying the parents of her 4th great grandfather, David King (1810-1877) who married Nancy Ann (11) Bowlby (1814-1886). David was born in Pennsylvania, and died in Ava, Levan Township, Jackson County, Illinois.
"	Dr. Wilson Bowlby (1818-1895) Oregon Pioneer by Janine M. Bork. Janine is not a descendant, but a very active researcher in Oregon. While transcribing The History of Pacific Northwest - Oregon and Washington, she kindly thought of us! A short article from the History of Pacific Northwest - Oregon and Washington Volume II - Page 220 Copyright 1889
"	FAMILY OF SAMUEL(8) AND FAMILY LEGENDS by Cleone E. (Damewood) Van Westen(14) From Samuel(8) This is a wonderful letter, filled with facts and family legends. It was written by Mrs. Cleone E. Van Westen (14) to Mrs. Anna (Lenz) Bowlby, wife of Guy Samuel Bowlby (14) in 1966. Maddy Hume, Anna's granddaughter, has forwarded this along to us. It is in jpg format, so it will take some time to download. But, I think you'll find it worth it. Amazingly enough, Maddy found Cleone, and we look forward to enjoying many more articles from her!
"	The Diary of William Harrison Bowlby(11) This has been shared with us from the preservation of efforts of Florence (Johnson) Kring(14) and the transcription efforts of Mildred (Bowlby) Hemmingsen/Hatcher/Nadeau (14). Both are descendants of Samuel(8). After a family review, it is William Harrison Bowlby's account of his Civil War activities.
Hannah(8)	The Simmons-Wedding House by Joy Q. Gallagher, wife of Jimmy Gallagher(16) from Hannah Martha(8) This is a beautifully researched article about the home and lives of the family involved with the Simmons-Weddington Home. Excellent- especially for those interested in the descendants of Martha's son, John Bowlby Palmer.
John(8)	Interim Report on John Smith Hood and Mary Maria Smyth Hood by John J. Hood (not quite sure yet how John fits into the tree). But John does write a Newsletter for the Hood family! You can email him at: TheTNHoods@cs.com. John shares this excellent and well researched article regarding Mary Maria Smyth and her husband and family. Mary Maria Smyth(11) was a great-grandaughter of John(8).
"	Excerpt from: The History of the 39th Regiment - Illinois Volunteer Veteran Infantry. by Charles M. Clark, M.D. - published in 1899. Shared with us by Charles Stanley <ballot@aol.com> This is an excerpt from Dr. Clark's work, that highlights the Civil War experience of George Riddle (11) from John (8). Will surely be of interest to descendants of John, Military History fans, the Illinois family, as well as just anyone who enjoys "hearing" our ancestors speak to us through the generations!!! Charles Stanley <ballot@aol.com> is very interested in all things relating to the 39th. He is not a cousin - (at least that we know of...) but would love information about the 39th.
"	TRIBUTE TO THE UNSUNG by John Grismore (14) From John(8) Having married into this family, I particularly appreciate the very lovely sentiment John expresses here. :)
"	Points of Pride: John Grismore by John Grismore (14) From John(8) A delightful collection of information from John Grismore, that let's us get to know his branch of our family. John is hoping to find more information about the descendants of William Boyles - born in Ireland and died in Green Co., Pa. about 1812. John's ancestor, James P. Bowlby(11) married Irene Boyles, a descendant of William Boyles.
"	Memorial to Eva Kendall Bowlby by Maddy Hume(16) From Samuel(8) Maddy was inspired to create this memorial page and article for a wonderful women, Eva Kendall Bolwby, wife of Carhart Bowlby(12), a descendant of John(8). Eva left her family home to help establish the Bowlby Library in Pennsylvania. *Maddy would probably like more than anything* to get information she has from her branches' historical researchers, syncronized with those of other branches efforts. Just who is Grace Lacy anyway?**
George(7)	THE HOUSE By Mary Ann (Card) Powell was not a Bowlby descendant. But, her father was once married to a descendant and her mother was the second wife of her maternal grandmother's husband. Her maternal grandmother was a Bowlby descendant. Confused yet? Just wait :) This is the wonderful story of The home was built in the 1790's George Bowlsby(8), son of George Bowlby (7), son of Thomas and Martha (Barker) Bowlby (6). It is now the Parsippany Troy Hills Historical Museum. We enjoy this article by the kind permission of Mrs. Powell's children, and with the help of Andrea Cobb and Adrian Card. Our collective dream is to preserve this House, and allow others to enjoy it for generations to come.
"	One of the Better Ideas: George W. Bowlsby, Inventor by Peter Schwartz. We have a link here to Peter's article, and have received his permission to reproduce his work in our family newsletter. George W. Bowlsby had several patents. It would be wonderful indeed if a cousin wanted to do more research on him, and share more details of his life with us!
Richard(7)	A WEDDING TOUR Dec 27, 1911-January 30,1912 by Jennie Raymond (Wotton) and Neil Ross Bowlby(12) From Richard(7) Actually, although Jennie and Neil(12) wrote this lovely journal on their honeymoon from Nova Scotia to Boston, we own a debt of thanks to their grandson Neil (14) and his wife Judy (McCarthy) Bowlby in Nova Scotia for sharing it with us! Neil and Judy would like a bit more information about the Boston Relatives visited...
"	Gladys Evelyn (Bowlby) Banks 1916-2002 RICHARD (7) DESCENDANT NEARING 100 YEARS OF AGE by Norman Wayne Bowlby Each of us plays an important role to our family story. Thankfully, our cousin Wayne Bowlby (Richard 7), was inspired to explore the life of his Grandaunt, Gladys Evelyn (Bowlby) Banks (7). Gladys was the last of the 11th generation of descendants of Rychard (1) and Alyson Bolbie from the 1500s (that we are aware of anyway...) Some children being born today are 23 generations removed from Rychard and Alyson!
"	Excerpts from A HISTORY OF THE BOWLBY DISTRICT by Idah M. W. Van Housen. - published in 1940. Shared with us by Janis (Bigelow) Pahnke (13) From Richard(7) This is an excerpt a volunteer from the Steuben County Historical Society gave us permission to use Aug. 2000. The Historical Society is considering re-publishing the book. None of the photos have been included with this paper. The extraction is focused upon the branch of the Bowlby family, presumed to have come from Richard(7)'s youngest son, James. (It is thought James was left with his married sister as the move to the wilderness of Nova Scotia during the Revolutionary War was considered too dangerous.) Janis has been researching for over 30 years, and yet her dream continues to be to find really how James fits into the family. Through all her years of extensive research, and all the wonderful things written about this branch of the family, proof of how James really fits in still alludes us.
"	LINEAGE AND PERSPECTIVES REGARDING THE CHALLENGES OF THE UNITED EMPIRE LOYALISTS By Richard A. Dodge (13) From Richard(7) Richard A. Dodge shares with us some interesting perspectives on the challenges and difficulties a part of our family faced once having chosen to remain loyalists, and removing themselves to Canada. Richard is happy to help any researchers connected to his lineage, particularly the Dodges. He greatly enjoys researching early American history! Richard's current research project is finding information about the children of his gg grandparents, Elizabeth W. (Bowlby) (9) (1797-1895) and Asahel W. Dodge (1793-1860) They owned a farm on the outskirts of the small village of Garland, Cornwallis Township, Kings County, Nova Scotia, Canada.
Richard(5)	The Lady Mary (Burdenell) and Thomas Bowlby (7) by Cynthia (Katzman) Bowlby - wife of John Michael Bowlby(16), descendant of John(8). Actually, this article is really amazing because of the kind assistance of the curator of the Gainsborough House, Hugh Belsey. This was a really enjoyable article to research and write. Please do stop in for a glimpse of the aristrocratic branch of the family.