I have traced my father's family back to William CANNON and his wife, Malinda GANUS,
both born about 1810, + or - a few years, probably in Tennessee.
William and Malinda are in the 1850 census in Robertson Co. TN with the following 8
children:
James Monroe, 20
Parthena, 16
(Mary ) Francis, 15
George Riley, 12 (my g-grandfather)
Cordelia, 9
John, 7
William, 2
Sabrina, 3 mo.
In 1860, 1870, and 1880 census, they are in Christian Co., KY
According to family members, William had a sister named Polly who married Thomas LONG.
The 1840 Robertson Co. TN census shows George CANNON, William CANNON, and James CANNON
living next to each other. Their ages make it appear that they might be brothers. Also,
these three names are repeated in William's descendants.
I think there's a good possibility that William is descended from the Cannons in
Newberry, South Carolina since I have seen resemblances in family pictures. I have not
been able to find any further information on William or Malinda. This is my BRICK WALL!
Any help or suggestions appreciated.
Thanks,
Jacqueline Cannon Munch