I’m diving deeper into the rabbit hole by adding my maternal great-grandfather to my A Second Look project. What can I say? I’m a sucker for puzzles, problem solving, and investigating! A journey like this one practically demands it. Whenever … Continue reading
In May of 1815 Edgecombe County court records recorded Artis Clark (Clark Artis), an eight-year-old “girl of color” as being bound as an Apprentice to Josiah Askew. He entered into a bond of $500.
My “A Second Look” project has moved on to the 1840 United States Federal Census for Josiah Askew II.
My “A Second Look” project is still ongoing. My focus has now moved from my paternal grandfather, Lish Askew, to Josiah Askew II.
When you go digging, sometimes you can unearth the unexpected. I was NOT expecting this find. I’ve decided to not only take a second look at George Askew, but everyone that I have in my family tree so far. I … Continue reading
Skinfolk and Kinfolk 