I have a John Gilson who was born in the year 1814, in the state of Ohio. The
first document I have of him is a census copy in 1860 at (P.O. Black Creek)
Stafford Twp. Greene Co. Indiana.
This indicates that he was married to Sarah McKaig ? who was b.1812 in PA..
There were three children living at home at the time of 1860. I do not know
what happened to Sarah or the three children, but very close to this time, in
this same town, John met Edna Hunter, and they were married in 1862 and
developed a new family.
So far I have not been able to find John & Sarah in the 1850 census of Ohio
or Indiana.
In 1860, he is noted as living in Greene County, Stafford Township
Post Office Black Creek
Family Number 0514
Dwelling Number 0502
John Gilson 45 - Farmer 1400-640 b. Ohio
Sarah 48 - Wife b. PA
Elizabeth A. 19 - Dau. b. OH
William Allen 17 - Son b. OH
James P. 15 - Son b. OH
If you can relate to the above Sarah McKaig, would sure like to hear from
you.
Contact;
Dave.
Famsource(a)aol.com