Sunday's Obituary: Chloe Flatford

Richmond Whig
October 3, 1871

REMARKABLE LONGEVITY -- Mrs. Chloe Flatford, aged 116 years, died at the residence of Thomas Norman, near Independent Hill, in this county, on the 20th ult.  She has been a pensioner for many years, her husband having been a revolutionary soldier.  She was, perhaps, the oldest woman in the State. ~Manassas Gazette

Those Places Thursday: Prince William Hotel

May 19, 1905 Manassas Journal

1912 Postcard

The Evening Star (Washington, DC)
March 20, 1909

FOR SALE OR EXCHANGE - THE PRINCE WILLIAM HOTEL at Manassas, Virginia, one hour's ride from Washington, D.C., on the main line of the Southern railway.  Erected in 1904 at a cost of $47,500.  Contains about thirty rooms, exclusive of large parlor, writing room, lobby, rathskeller, large room formerly used as a bar, dining room capable of accommodating one hundred guests, storerooms, kitchen, barber shop and cellar.

The building is equipped with modern plumbing, porcelain bathtubs, hot and cold water, steam heat and is lighted by acetylene gas, the gas plant belonging to the property.  The furniture is complete in every detail and of the very best quality.  There is abundance of household and table linen, china of a special design, silverware, kitchen utensils, etc.

The kitchen is equipped with the best hotel range, steam table, warming closet, etc.  The water supply is excellent in quality and abundant in quantity.  The lot on which the hotel is built contains over three acres.  The lawn in front of the house is well shaded and is very prettily decorated with flower beds and shrubbery.

For terms apply to American Security and Trust Company, Cor. 15th and Pa. ave., n.w.

The Evening Star (Washington, DC)
December 15, 1910

PRINCE WILLIAM HOTEL AT MANASSAS BURNED TO THE GROUND

MANASSAS, Va, December 13 -- The Prince William Hotel caught fire this morning about 6:30 o'clock, and by 8 o'clock was entirely destroyed.  This hotel was built several years ago by the late Robert Portner, the millionaire brewer, and equipped at a cost of $10,000.  After his death the property was sold to Eastern College for school purposes, but two months ago it was leased to W. R. Lucas of Warrenton for hotel purposes.  There were thirteen guests in the hotel this morning, and although no lives were lost, most of them lost their baggage.  All the Eastern College buildings at Front Royal were destroyed by fire two years ago, after which the college moved to Manassas.

The origin of today's fire is unknown.  The loss is partially covered by insurance, and will reach between thirty and forty thousand dollars.

Wedding Wednesday: Marriage Licenses (Jones/Simpson, Atchison/Abel)

The Evening Star (Washington, DC)
December 22, 1904

Marriage Licenses

Marriage licenses have been issued to the following:

Henry Molyneux Paget Howard, Earl of Suffolk and Berkshire, of England, and Marguerite Hyde Leiter of this city

James W. Bernhard and Mabel L. Raymond

John M. Turner and Belle Jones

Jesse H. Leath of Baltimore, Md., and Emma H. Denmead of West Point, Va

Charles E. Kessler and Ella Lambeth

J. J. Jones of Prince William county, Va., and Fannie Simpson of this city

Claude E. Smith and Margaret B. Osborne, both of Baltimore, Md

Joseph H. Coates and Gertrude Rollins

George Martin of this city and Virgie M. Hobson of Martinsville, Va.

Willie F. Abernathy and Mary A. Bourdon, both of Dinwiddie county, Va.

Lewis Galligher and Ada Walker

Harry E. Richmond and Jennie A. Hunt

William Scott and Mary Tolson

Howard L. Long and Lora E. Taylor, both of Caroline county, Va

George Ringgold and Helen E. Thompson

George H. Atchison of Stafford county, Va. and Nessie V. Abel of Prince William county, Va

Reason Ferguson and Lillian Inscoe, both of Fairfax county, Va

John Dowery and Sarah E. Howard

Orville C. Carpenter of Phelps, N.Y. and Rose Coleman of Napels, N.Y.

Tombstone Tuesday: Julia Franklin (Lynn) Davis

Lynn/Davis/Moor Cemetery, Woodbridge (Photo by C.G.Lynn)

JULIA F. 

LYNN

Wife of

R. G. Davis

Born

November 27, 1850

Died

November 25, 1928

DAVIS

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Mrs. JULIA F. DAVIS died at her home in Agnesville on Sunday, November 25. She was the widow of the late Rufus Davis. Funeral services were conducted on Tuesday, November 27, on what would have been the seventy-eight birthday anniversary of the deceased with burial at "The Cottage," her childhood home. Mrs. Davis is survived by one daughter, Mrs. P. C. Wigglesworth, and three sons, Alexander A., Dallas N., and T. Powell Davis, all of Woodbridge, this county. [6 Dec 1928 Manassas Journal]

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Julia Franklin Lynn was the daughter of Alexander P. Lynn and Mary Jane Ashby and granddaughter of Benson Lynn and Emily Norman.

Sunday's Obituary: George William Tansill (1913)

Manassas Democrat
October 30, 1913

GEORGE W. TANSILL CALLED BY DEATH

At His Home Last Thursday
Dies of Hodgkins Disease After Lingering Illness of About Three Months
Is Survived by Wife and Four Children

Mr. George William Tansill died at his home, near Canova, last Thursday evening, October 23, after an illness of about three months of Hodgkins disease.  He was born at Occoquan, March 6, 1884, his father being the late G. W. Tansill, who held the position of sheriff of this County for a number of years.  His mother was Miss Rena E. Lynn, of this county.

After serving six years in the army and receiving an honorable discharge, he was married in 1907, to Miss Georgie Renoe, daughter of the late Major John H. Renoe.

The funeral took place at Woodbine church on Sunday last at 2 p. m., Rev. H. L. Quarles, of this place, conducting very appropriate services, and interment was made in the cemetery nearby, with the Woodmen's Honor, prominent members of four camps taking part in the ceremony.

He was a devoted husband, kind father, true friend, and was always willing to help a sick neighbor or one in need.

Mr. Tansill was one of the charter members of Stonewall Camp, No. 15120, M. W. A., of this place, and was held in high esteem by the members of his camp.  He was also a member of Woodbine Baptist Church, and while a great sufferer, he had the assurance that he would meet friends and loved ones in that upper and better kingdom, where there is no sorrow or weeping but joy and peace forever.

He is survived by his wife, four children, his mother, one sister and two brothers, all of whom deeply mourn his loss.

August Events at PWCo Historic Sites

August 9

Virginia’s Cash Crops at Ben Lomond

7:00pm – 9:00 pm, $50 per person, 21 years and over in age only

For nearly 100 years prior to the Civil War, Ben Lomond was an active plantation.  To commemorate this heritage, please join Ben Lomond Historic Site staff for a special evening highlighting the various cash corps that were grown, exported, and consumed here during the 1700s and 1800s. Program will include light refreshments and tasting of Virginia whiskey. Cigar samples will also be available.

Ben Lomond Historic Site, 10321 Sudley Manor Dr., Manassas, VA 703-367-7872.

August 9

Movie Night at Historic Brentsville

FREE

1^st Brentsville Movie Night!  Come enjoy an old movie the way they were meant to be seen!  Movie starts at nightfall.  Brentsville will show family-oriented films outside to the public.  Bring chairs and or blankets.  Concessions will be available for purchase.

Brentsville Courthouse Historic Centre 12229 Bristow Rd., Bristow, Va. 703-365-7895.

August 9,10,23,24

Bristoe Station Battlefield Heritage Park Tours

11am-3pm; Tours leave on the hour – donations encouraged.

Bristoe Station Battlefield staff and volunteers will provide guided tours of the hallowed grounds that contain camps, cemeteries, and battlefields. Learn about Camp jones and the two battles that took place in 1862 and 1863. Tours begin on the hour and depart from the kiosk in the parking lot on Iron Brigade Unit Avenue. The last tour leaves at 3PM. Please dress for the weather and wear comfortable walking shoes. Insect repellant is encouraged. No pets please.

Bristoe Station Battlefield Heritage Park, located off of Iron Brigade Unit Ave., Bristow, VA. 703-366-3049.

August 11 - 15

Basic Civil War Camp

9am- 12pm, $130 per child, ages 8-12, reservations required

Children will participate in activities designed to develop a better understanding of soldier life during the American Civil War.  Activities include: “Enlist in Virginia’s Army,” “Life in Camp,” “Infantry Drill,” “Did Civil War Soldiers Really Eat that Stuff?,” “Civil War Medicine,” and a field trip to Manassas National Battlefield Park. Camp takes place Ben Lomond Historic Site, 10321 Sudley Manor Drive, Manassas, Va. 703-367-7872.

Reservations taken at the Ben Lomond Community Center (703-792-8320) or online at www.pwcparks.org

August 16

Art’s Alive

9am-1pm; $5 per person, children under 2 free

Rippon Lodge was once home to Aviza Black a successful artist and fashion illustrator of the 20^th century.  Several of Aviza’s works will be on display for a special one day only exhibit.  Local artists will be on hand doing demonstrations and selling their work. Explore your inner artist.  Try your hand at being an artist with family friendly activities. 

Rippon Lodge Historic Site, 15520 Blackburn Road, Woodbridge, VA 22192, 703-499-9812.

August 18-22

Advanced Civil War Camp

9 am – 12 pm, $150 per child, ages 8 -13, reservations required

Children will participate in activities designed to develop a better understanding of soldier life in other branches of the American Civil War to include Artillery, and Cavalry, have an opportunity to meet Generals R. E. Lee and James Longstreet.  All will enlist for the week and will go on a field trip to Manassas National Battlefield 2^nd Manassas sites.  Camp takes place at Brentsville Courthouse Historic Centre 12229 Bristow Rd., Bristow, Va. 703-365-7895.

Reservations taken at the Ben Lomond Community Center (703-792-8320) or online at www.pwcparks.org

August 24

Historic Sundays at Brentsville Union Church

11am- 12pm FREE

Brentsville Union Church was built in 1870 and served the Brentsville community for over 100 years.  Today the country church has been restored and serves as a glimpse into life of the 19th century.  Come learn about the practices of faith that were once held here and how important churches were to society and local communities.  Program conducted in partnership with Historic Faith Ministries, a non-profit living history organization focusing on Victorian period customs and spirituality.  Program begins at 11a.m.and is FREE to the public.  Tours offered after the program for $5.00.

Brentsville Courthouse Historic Centre 12229 Bristow Rd., Bristow, Va. 703-365-7895

August 26-27

Kettle Run Weekend

11am – 4 pm; $5 per person

Join Bristoe Station Battlefield Heritage Park staff on the 152^nd anniversary of Thomas J. “Stonewall” Jackson’s capture of Bristoe Station and the Battle of Kettle Run – the opening round of what would become the Second Battle of Manassas. This August 27^thbattle, while small, was bloody and took a heavy toll on the regiments that fought there. Activities for the weekend will consist of specialized tours about the 73^rd New York, which had its bloodiest day here, and the Confederate 6^th Louisiana “Tigers.”  No pets please.

Bristoe Station Battlefield Heritage Park, The parking lot is located off of Iron Brigade Unit Ave Bristow, VA. 703-366-3049.

Will: Jean Maddox (1794)

JEAN MADDOX Will

Prince William Co. Will Book H, pg. 113

10 Dec 1793; proved 4 September 1794

In the name of God Amen I JEAN MATTOX of the Town of Dumfries in the County of Prince William & State of Virginia perfect & sound in mind do make this my last Will & Testament and do renounce all former Wills made by me and do wish and desire my property to be disposed of after my death in manner following to wit.  Item and give to my daughter MARGARET TRIPLETT my negro woman named SARAH and her children to wit, ELLENDEN & TOM to have and to hold them and their increas forever and all my household of furniture and all my stock of cattle consisting of two milk cows.  I give and bequeath to JOHN COCKE son of WILLIAM COCKE Sarah’s youngest child by the name of JOE To him and his heirs forever and I wish that that my daughter and her heirs shall peaceably enjoy the above mentioned property named to her, and JOHN COCKE the property named to him, and I appoint WILLIAM COCKE  my executor to this my last Will and hop that he will act and do for my daughter the best in his power.  In testimony whereof I have hereunto set my hand and affixed my seal this 18^th day of December in the year of our Lord 1793.

JEAN [his mark] MADDOX  {seal}

Signed, sealed & delivered in presence of

JAMES MCDONALD

ROBERT WATERS

HUGH FORBES

At a Court continued and held for Prince William County the 4^th day of September 1794.

This last will and testament of JEAN MADDOX decd. was presented  to the Court and being proved by the oaths of JAMES M. MCDONALD and ROBERT WATERS was ordered to be recorded.  WILLIAM COCKE Executor in the said Will appointed came into Court and renounced his Executorship.

Teste,

ROBERT GRAHAM  Cl. Cur.