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Surnames: Carson, Carr, Cogan
Classification: Query
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I am trying to put together factual information to support my assumptions.
Fact: My 2nd great grandparents are Malinda G. Carson and John B. Carr. I have John's
Civil War records, as well as those of Malinda's 1st husband, William J. Cogan.
My deceased grandmother had notes that confirmed that Malinda was born 25 OCT 1835 and
died 29 AUG 1905.
I *believe* that her parents are Robert M Carson and Sarah Steffe, but this is based on
information I found in an AWT entry. The circumstantial evidence is there, including
another descendant named "Malinda G" and the family name of "Simeon
Riley" being carried through to one of Malinda's children.
If any of you have more direct evidence to support these family connections, I would love
to share with you.