Great Grandfather Elias W. Bartlett Sr. ~ Brick Wall #52Ancestors In Week 21

 During the 1980’s, I began searching for my family connections. While I was searching, I came across the name of my Great Grandfather Elias Bartlett listed as the father of my Grandmother Jennie (Bartlett) Lyles’ 1926 death certificate. I though, the name Elias, sounded like he didn’t have a first name.

As I continued searching, I made some inquires to the Carrollton County Genealogy Society about my Bartlett family. In reply, a lady from Carrollton, Missouri sent me copies of the 1870 and 1880 Missouri census records listing Elias’s household in Wakenda, Carroll, Missouri.

On the 1870 United States Federal Census,
Elias was listed with his first wife Rachel and their children who carried the Bartlett surname:
William born in 1852 and Warren born in 1854
John born in 1855 and Fanny born in 1859
Lena born in 1862 and Harriet born in 1865

On the1880 United States Federal Census,
Elias was listed with his second wife Harriett , children and a grandmother;
Sally born in 1865, Charles born in 1867, and Lucy born in 1869.
Elias Jr. who was born in 1879.
William (who was a widow on the 1880) was listed on the 1870.
Grandmother, Hannah Hooper was born in ca 1765 who living with the Bartletts.

In November of 2022, I located Harriett with her three children on the 1870 Missouri census.
Sally was born in 1865, Charles was born in 1867 and Lucy was born in 1869 and
Hannah was born in 1890.
They were listed in the HELSIN Household with the HELSIN surname.
I don’t think that HELSIN was the surname of Harriett and her children along with Hannah.

I’ve been back tracking the sources on Elias W. Bartlett Sr. his wife Harriett and children.
Records of Elias’ were from...
1870 and 1880 United States Federal Census For Carroll County in Missouri
The December 29, 1876 marriage recorded of Elias BARTLEY married Harriet HUGHES.

Daughters’ death records:
Jennie LYLES in 1926 , Juanita ARMSTRONG in 1929 and Lucy HORAN in 1940.
Lucy’s father was listed as Mr. Bartlett. However, he was her step father.

Crop photo of Juanita BARTLETT ARMSTRONG’s 1929 death certificate.




It’s still a mystery to what happened to Elias Sr. Could he have passed in 1900 in Carrollton, Missouri?

Some of the Bartletts moved to St. Joseph, Missouri. Unknown to what brought them there.
Lucy was married in St Joe in August of 1900.
Paul was living there around 1900 according to his 1956 obituary
Jennie was living there in 1902 according to her marriage record.

Even though the Bartletts were listed on the Missouri census in Carrollton, Missouri in June of 1900, they moved to St. Joseph sometime after the 1900 census was taken. There was a Elias Bartlett listed on the 1901 city directory in St. Joseph, Missouri. It didn’t stated if he was a Sr. or Jr.

There was an Elias W. Bartlett Jr. listed in the city directory in 1904.
Elias Jr. moved to Oklahoma City around 1906. He was listed in their city directory.
Harriet was listed as the widow of Elias Sr. on the 1905 city directory.
This was the first mention of Harriet in St. Joe.
I believe that Harriet was in St. Joseph the same time her son Paul was in 1900.

Hoping for information:
I believe that there is still hope in finding some things about Elias Sr. and Harriet. I’m waiting on information on the death notice of Elias Bartlett who passed on October 7, 1920 in Oklahoma. Also, I came across Elias Jr.’s name as Eli BARTLEY and Elias BARTLEY in the Oklahoma City Directories.

I wonder. Could the family surname have been BARTLEY or perhaps BARTLE?
Jennie’s maiden name was spelled BARTLE when she married John BLAKEY on July 28, 1902 in Excelsior Springs, Clay, Missouri.

Elias W. Bartlett Sr. life is still a brick wall, along with his family listed on the 1870 census.

I wonder. Was Elias, Alex Bartlett? This was the father’s name on Paul Bartlett’s 1936 social security application and claims index information. I’m hoping that there will be more clues in the years to come to uncover the Bartlett family mysteries. Someone may have the pieces to this mystery.

Even the maiden name of Harriett is a brick wall.
Was her maiden name HOOPER, HUGHES, HELSIN, FISHER, or BUFFINGTON? I’m thinking that it was BUFFINGTON source from Lucy’s 1939 social security application and claims index information.

Thanks for reading.
Great Grandfather Elias W. Bartlett Sr. ~ Brick Wall #52Ancestors In Week 21

S.A. Blakley

The theme for Week 21 is “Brick Wall.” ~Amy Johnson Crow #52Ancestors In 52 Weeks Challenge

Do you have an ancestor (or 4) who you can’t seem to make any progress on in your research? This would be a good week to write about that ancestor and really think about what you know about that ancestor, how you know it, and where you might look to fill in the gaps. Writing is part of the research process!

Getting Back Into The Swing Of Things

 It's a free day for me.  I have done what I plan to do. Now, I'm doing what I'm doing. What do I do?

There was not much to listen to on the internet nor on TV as I was journaling this blog. I'm glad that they finally picked the Speaker of the House. It's over and it's time to move on. 

I officially took down the Christmas decorations. I didn't put much up this year. There was a small tree with some decorations. What cards, I had I taped them on the wall. 

I'm back in the swing of searching for my family connections this week. I took a break in December, 2022. I continue to search for DNA connections. I found another DNA match with my 4th Great Grandfather Robert W. Lankford. 

I worked on In Remembrance for February: DADE Family Connections. I did BARTLETT Family Connections this week as well. It took more time for the DADE family. About and hours. I doing things different this year. 

I'm getting ready for the 2nd week of the year. The first week was long. I got caught up on my sleep. I average about 7 hours of rest this week. Well on the first on January I had 4 hour and 36 minutes on the day. 

Yes, I'm getting into the swing of things. Those habits, I plan to do, have been a challenge to keep. But, if I put my mind to do them, I can. I have many distractions that come. 

I went out to get the last newspaper today. It's the end of an era of the early morning paper. before 6:30 am. Now, the two newspaper will be carried by the postal carriers. Things are changing. 

In 91 days, I'll enter into my next decade. 
 
Getting Back Into The Swing Of Things
Thanks for reading.

God bless you.
S.A. Blakley 

Old Year Ending

 This is the day that ends this year. Oh, what a day this has been. I'm been on the go. And I'm finally settling in for the night. 

It doesn't feel like a Saturday. My routine day was turned around. I did what I could. I'm finishing up  things and my last blog for the year.

I'm looking forward to 2023. There are things that I plan to make some things a habit. The old ways of doing some things will passed away. And new things will be, will be. 

I plan to welcome in the new year. Time will time if I can do it. But, if I keep my mind on other things, I can. I normally work on  my family connections searching. 

I took a break from doing a lot of searching. This month was break time. I was doing other things.  I'll get back into the swing of things. 

A new year is about to give birth. We are on the thrush hold of  new things. 2023 is waiting for us to explore and discover. May we make the most of our days and believe for the best of what's to come. Amen!  

Thanks for reading.
Old Year Ending

In 98 days my new year begins.

Happy 2023!

God bless you.
S.A. Blakley 

Finishing Out Each Day As They Come In 2022

I've been finishing up my daily dos for this week as we're  drawing closer to 2023. I've been reflecting over this year. And all the good and those experiences that made me stronger. God has been bring us through. 

Update on the newspaper:
It's free online, up to some point. People need to create an account if they don't have one. We need to subscribe if  we want unlimited access to the digital news. Or if we want the Weekender, printed copy with the unlimited digital news. I though there would be a catch to this. 

Journaling And Updating
I continue to journal every night before I retire for the day.
It's good therapy. I'm finding this to be a very good thing. I've been coming up with things that I haven't noticed and coming up with new ideas. 

I continue to update my blogger's  site Family Connections: Gathering The Generation. I've been adding more links to what I search. I hope that they will be helpful to those who are searching for your,

Working On Blogs:
I'm working on my last blog for my #52Ancestors 52 Week challenge 2022: Taking  A Pause And Looking Ahead: New Horizons. Also, I'm working on my first blog for 2023. "I'd Like To Meet..."

Counting Down My Days
I'm counting down my days to my next decade. I'm 101 days away. Next year, it falls on Holy Saturday. I'll be on the Holy Week journey as well. 

Thanks for reading
Finishing Out Each Day As They Come In 2022. 

God bless you
S. A. Blakley 

Into The Christmas Season

 Happy Birthday, Jesus! Merry Christmas to all!
May we enter in and enjoy this Christmas Week and the Last Week of 2022!

We're into the Christmas Season.  Today, was a special Christmas to gather together as the church, Did you know that Christmas wouldn't  fall on a Sunday  again until 2033?  

The ending of  the Advent Season
I watched online the Christmas Eve candle light and communion services at 4 pm, 6 pm and 8 pm. It was beautiful. We heard the Christmas story of Jesus!  

After I turned off my tablet last night, I laid in bed. I started journaling until I was somewhat sleepy. However, I wasn't sleep, but I turned the lights out. I started praying.

I don't know how long I was up. But, normally, I could stay up till midnight. This time, I laid in bed. Because, the next day, we  would gather as the church on Sunday on Christmas Day.

As for last night, I recall looking at the clock and it was in the 10 pm,  then the 11 pm hour. I drifted off to sleep. Then I awoke up about ten till midnight. I prayed... then at midnight, I wished Jesus a Happy Birthday! I sung Happy Birthday to Him. 

I awaken again in the 4 am hour. Then I drifted back off to sleep. I was awaken by my fitbit. I laid in bed until I finally got up to prepare myself for the Sunday cchurch gathering. 

I made my way to the Upper Room  prayer chapel for the last time in 2022. I prayed. Then I  made my journey to the sanctuary to take photos of the Lord's Table and area. I went to greet some of the people in the foyer, wishing them a Merry Christmas!

The church Christmas gathering
We entered into our gathering and made our confessions. We worshiped, we sung Christmas songs, heard scripture reading and prayed. We listened to the message of The Christmas Angels. It was a nice message. I believe in angles. I thank God for them. 

We made our confessions and came to the Lord's Table to receive communion, We sung our last song. It was our last Sunday gathering in person for the year of 2022. A  blessing was spoken our us. We were sent out about our week with the words God bless, you, go in peace..

We got out about 10 minutes early. We had the opportunity to spoke with some friends. I  told some of them, I'll see them next year. I made my way home for the rest of the day. 

It's been an unusual start on this Christmas Day. It's not like any other. I received text messages from family members, friends and some greetings on social media. 

Praying for those who's are sick or have illness. Those who feel sad and alone; remember, God is with us in whatever situations that we are in. The Prince of Peace is with us. Everything is going to be alright. 

May we enter into the Christmas Season. Rejoicing in the good news of  God becoming flesh and dwelt among us. God sent His Word, His Son to be the Savior of the world. Amen! Merry Christmas!!

Thank for reading. 
Into The Christmas Season

God bless
S.A. Blakley  

Private Isaac Blakey

On October 31, 1981, I was told that Isaac Blakey was my Great Grandfather. I've been a journey to discover more about him.

And I have discovered a lot about him over the 39 + years. Private Isaac BLAKER I'm coming across DNA cousins as well.

 

I don't know what the heading of Isaac's obituary could have been.

We can only imagine. Former MO Slave and Veteran During The Civil War Passes Away at 72. 
Here's my  version of an obituary in remembrance and honor of Isaac Blakey.

Private Isaac Blakey
1845 -1917

Isaac Blakey, a Civil War Veteran was laid to rest on Christmas Day 1917, two days after his passing. He had stories he shared of his freedom years from slavery and of his War time. He was born a slave until the early 1860's and became a free man for 54 years.  

Isaac Blakey was born into slavery in Fayette, Missouri. Isaac's date of birth was unknown. But his accepted birthday was on June 30, 1847. According to one of Isaac's former slave owner's, Isaac was born in the year 1845.

Isaac was born to the slave union of Andrew and Julia (Finney) White both from Virginia. Isaac was rise as a slave in Howard County Missouri. It was about the 1861 when Isaac and his mother were sold and they went south. Isaac then ran away to join the Civil War in Natchez, Mississippi.

It was on Nov 1, 1863, Isaac, at the age of about 16, enlisted as Private Isaac Blaker. He was stationed in MS Co H. Reg't 6, US Col'd Heavy Artillery MS. During the Spring on 1864, Isaac was accidently wounded to his leg. He was honorable discharged on May 13, 1866.

After the war, Isaac met Martha Scott from MS. They later married about 1870 in MS. They had twin sons born on June 21, 1871 in Woodville, MS. Martha and son Andrew passed in June of 1871. Isaac was left to raise his son, John.

Isaac met Rachael Lephridge. She was from MS. They later married on July 3, 1873. And to this union they had 18 children.

Isaac resided in Mississippi from about 1861 to 1878 - 1879. It was during sometime after the war he was trying to locate and reunite with family from MO. He located them and moved them back to MO.

Isaac returned to Missouri around the Spring of 1879. By 1880, he was living with his mother, Julia, some of his siblings and relatives in Chariton County. Isaac was a farmer. He was a deacon in the black First Baptist Church in Forest Green, MO. He was believe to have been of the faith.

In Isaac latter life, he became disable. He was unable to work due to his injury during the Civil War. He lived out his life in Chariton County Missouri.

Isaac was preceded in his death by parents, Andrew White and Julia (Finney) White. His 1st wife, Martha (Scott) Blakey and 2nd wife Rachel Ann (Lephridge) Blakey, his children, Andrew, Charity, Julia, twin of Jordan, Frances, Beecher, Joe, Rosa and Annie Blakey.

Isaac was survived by his children, John and his wife, Jennie, (John was the twin of Andrew), Mary and her husband, Rev. Ollie Green, Isaac and his wife, Maggie, Jordan and his wife, Flora, Henry and his wife, Mary Elizabeth, Lillie and her husband, Edward Hayes, Spencer and his wife, Mary "Lovie" Blakey, Martha and her husband, Ernest Hayes, Ollie and his wife, Margaret, Edna (Blakey) Jackson, Lawhorn, and Archie Blakey. And a number of grandchildren, great grandchildren and cousins and friends.

On Christmas Day, Dec 25, 1917, Isaac was laid to rest next to his wife, Rachel. He was buried in the black cemetery (Hoffman Cemetery) in Chariton County, Missouri. This was the place where the family were buried.
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According to Isaac's death record: Isaac was born in Shannondale, Chariton County Missouri USA

Isaac Blakey's name on death record. Isac Blakey. He was listed as an African. Father's name, Andrew White. Mother's name not known. Isaac was buried on Christmas Day in Forest Green, MO

God bless you.
S.A. Blakley

Reflecting Over My Journey: Things Have Been Changing And More To Come

Every September is a new year for me. Also, it's the ending of Summer and the transiting of the Autumn Season. It's was a good transition. I'm coming along in my New Year.

Through the years, I've enjoyed the Summer months. Then the years come and go. Things change. We have to go with the changes.

Since the first Friday in June 2017 there was no Friday night gatherings at the church I've been attending.  I loved gathering with the church on Fridays. Well, things have changed.

I've adjusted to the changes. It appears that my Friday nights has changed as well. I'm back to what I somewhat use to do on Fridays. 

I will admit, I've been lazy on Friday nights during the months of June through September 2017. It took me a while to overcome the changes. I doing okay.

I've been doing other things on Friday nights. I rarely gone out. After 23 years of gathering with the Church on Friday, it' s takes time to want to do other things.

I have cultivated some new things over the months. I've been practicing things. I think I'm coming along with it. I used to not going. It appears that regular, Friday night gatherings is a thing of the past.

I would always look forward to Fridays. Sad to say, I don't anymore. Now, it's just another day.  I have a new attitude.

I'm learning to enjoy my Fridays and everyday now. I look forward to the day that I'm in . Not just the certain day of the week. But, each new day.

This is the day that the Lord has made, let us rejoice and be glad in it. I'm learning to do that every day. It's good to gather with the church on the set time during the week. Meanwhile, I'm enjoying my every day life.

May we reflect back over things in our lives.
May we see the good in changes that come.
May we make the best of what we have in the time that we have on earth.
Amen!

Thanks for reading.
God bless you.
S.A. Blakley

Resting, Still Waiting

Resting, still waiting, Dawning of new day
Newness in coming, Healing on its way

Waiting and waiting, Believe that it's so
His rays of beauty, Ancient days of old

Jesus, the Healer, We're forever bless
On His promises, In Him, we find rest

All in due timing, His Word comes to past
Keep standing, waiting, From start till the  last

Believe that its so, By faith not by sight
Resting, still waiting, Quite in His light

Thanks for reading Poem #2403

Idea on March 8, 2914 at 7:01 AM on edge of bed
Re read and made some changes on Sept 15, 2015
while reviewing this poem to post.

On This Quiet Day

Mind drifting away, On this quiet day
Trying to keep focus, Going on my way

Now catching myself, Wondering away
Try to keep awake, Yawning as I pray

Still in quietness, My mind on display
Happy thanksgiving, Being as it may

Trying to keep focus, Going through this day
Mind drifting onward, Hoping won't stray

Rethinking this time, What's past? as I lay
Awake, forgiven, On this quiet day
Thanks for reading Poem #2402

Idea on March 7, 2014 at 7:18 AM on edge of bed by A/C
Re read and made some changes on Sept 15, 2015 while
reviewing this poem to post.

The Journey Begins

The journey begins, Sacred time now here
Picking up my cross, Jesus drawing near

As I draw to Him, Every time aware
Daily His presence,  Believing He cares

Been known in lifetime, Hoping to press on
New mind set onward, Awakens the dawn

New beginnings flow, Look beyond what's next
Having to regroup,  It's not in context

Shaking out the past, Pressing on ahead
The journey begins, Being Spirit lead

Thanks for reading Poem #2400

Idea on March 5, 2914 at 603 AM on edge of bed by A/C
Re read and made some changes on Sept 12, 2015 at 12:39 PM
at Color Me Red and on Sept 15, 2015 while review it post.

Stepping Back In Time

Stepping back in times, Separate as it be
Sacred and holy, We're drawn to our knees

Rethinking our lives, What the Spirit leads
Turning our heart around, Teaching us, plant seeds

Recalling His goodness, Due time in our days
Be thankful, be kind, God's beauty display

Hope for tomorrow, Expressing always
Stepping back in time, Taking time to pray

Thanks for reading Poem #2399

Idea on March 4, 2014 at 6:01 AM on edge of bed by A/C
Re read and made some changes on August 29, 2015 at
11:32 AM at Color Me Red and on Sept 9, 2015
while reviewing this poem to post.

What To Do For Now?

What to do for now? Waiting on the LORD
Which way should we go? Stand in one accord

Harmony, unity, God wants us to be
Together as one, Reflections, we see

The image of God, Human, all mankind
Building together, What we can define

Fellowship in God, Who guides our today
What to do for now? Be still, Quiet, pray

Thanks for reading Poem #2398

Idea on March 3, 2014 at 6:26 AM on edge of bed by A/C
Re read and made some changes on August 19, 2015 at
11:26 AM at Color Me Red and on Sept 9, 2015 while
reviewing this poem to post

In times Of Changes

In times of changes, Which way do we go?
Left or to the right? Or move with the flow?

Be in tune with crowd? Go another way?
Do as we are told? Get down on knees, pray

O LORD what? O what, Is Your will for me?
Keep me on Your path, Help me learn to see

Your will and Your ways, In life and always
In good times, bad times, Where times are dismay

Guide my eyes to You, To the left or right
In times of changes, Increase my insight.

Thanks for reading Poem #2397

Idea on March 2, 2014 at 6:33 AM on edge of bed by A/C
Re read and made some changes on September 9, 2015
while reviewing this poem to post

Crossing Over More

Crossing over more, Into the unknown
Not able to bare, What's not being shown

Still filling the air, Not picking up sound
Silence lingers by, No words to be found

Awaken my soul, Not to be afraid
For God is with you, In Him, He has made

Making all things new, Better then before
Believe this is so, Keep believing more

Every single day, Into the unknown
Crossing over more, Live by faith, not shown

Thanks for reading Poem #2396

Idea on March 1, 2014 at 6:40 AM on edge of bed by A/C
Re read and made some changes on Sept 9, 2015 while
reviewing to post poem

Issues In Life Comes

Issues in life comes, In ways we don't think
Comes by surprise, Quicker then a blink

Right now, all is well, Next minute it's not
Cycles of cycles, Tied up in a knot

Moment by moment, Things keep piling up
Like no place to go, Going to erupt

Into whatever, Things come in the way
Life journey crossroad, Brings us go to pray

More and more often, His presence appears
Issues in life comes, God is always near

Thanks for reading poem #2395

Idea on Feb 28, 2014 at 6:23 AM on the edge of bed by A/C
Re read and made some changes on Aug 15, 2015 at 11:40 at
Color Me Red and Sept 9, 2015 while reviewing to post this poem

Don't Know What To Think

Don't know what to think, Seeing some weird things
Strange in its doing, Moving like a string

Pattern as it may, Not straining in a line
But, standing, this way, Not as so define

Hovering a while, Yet, floating about  
As though its glowing, And not going out

It's so amazing, To see what's to see
Strange in its doing, Thought come upon me

It's blowing my mind, Wondering, How's this?
Don't know what to think, It looks like a disc

Thanks for reading Poem #2394

Idea on Feb 27, 2014 at 5:46 AM on edge of bed by A/C
Re read and made some changes on August 14, 2015
at Color Me Red 11:41 AM and on 8 Sept 9, 2015 while
reviewing to post this poem.

Still Again, It's So

Still again, it's so, Not able to do
What's there to be done? Hoping to get through

Each session at hand, Waiting, still waiting
God, what should I do? In times of hating

Not able to do, In times of stress
In hardship, in pain, Choosing to do less

Of worry, less talk, Trouble in its way
Rethink, casting cares, Taking time to pray

Confessing my sins, Doing what I do
Still again, it's so, O God, see me through

Thanks for reading, Poem  #2393

Idea on Feb 26, 2014 at 5:56 AM on the edge of bed by A/C
Re read and made some changes on Sept 7, 2015 while
reviewing this poem to post.

Preparing For Lent

Preparing for lent, The season awaits
Fasting and praying, In all through those dates

Rethinking our lives, The sin that's within
Focus on Jesus, His cross, way back when

In His suffering, Paid the price for all
Enter this season, To our knees, we fall

Relive the journey, Jesus walked upon
Journey to the cross, Soul awakes the dawn

Drawing closer still, Sacred time been sent
On this journey, Preparing for Lent

Thanks for reading, Poem #2392

Idea on Feb 25, 2014 at 5:55 AM on edge of bed by A/C
Re read and made some changes on Aug 1, 2015 at 12:26 PM
at Color Me Red and on Sept 7, 2015 while review this poem
to post.

Time Is Valuable

Time is valuable, sacred in our days,
Don't waste given time, Have some plans always

Map out what doing, Make the moments count
Our life, it's sacred, Every day time mounts

In some things we do, In the things we say
Awaken to life, Blessings of each day

Time is so precious, So let's learn to flow
Don't waste what you got, No matter what you know

Take time to rethink, Invest, be at rest
Time is valuable, Do your very best

Thanks for reading Poem #2391

Idea on Feb 24, 2014 at 5:30 AM on edge of bed
Re read and made some changes on Feb 25, 2014,
August 1, 2015 at Color Me Red and on Sept 4, 2015
while reviewing to post this poem.

Doing A Lot Still?

Doing a lot still? But, not much to do
For myself doings, Moving where it's due

Life will keep changing, Those changes we fear
Though new things coming, We got to get there

Be set on journey, Look! there maybe clues
Options to seek forth, Where if then, we have to

Start doing some things, Let's not pass them by
Doing a lot still? Need to say good bye

Thanks for reading Poem #2390

Idea on Feb 23, 2014 at 5:59 AM on the edge of bed by A/C
Re read and made some changes on Sept 4, 2015 while
reviewing this poem to post.