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     Augusta Wilcher was born circa 1860 at Missouri. She was the daughter of Liberty Wilcher and Rebecca C. Brassfield. Augusta Wilcher appeared on the census of 1860 in the household of Liberty Wilcher at Adair County, Missouri, as age one month. Augusta Wilcher appeared on the census of 1870 in the household of Liberty Wilcher at Adair County, Missouri, as age ten. Augusta Wilcher appeared on the census of 1880 in the household of Liberty Wilcher at Adair County, Missouri, as age twenty.

     Margaret Wilcher was born circa 1862 at Missouri. She was the daughter of Liberty Wilcher and Rebecca C. Brassfield. Margaret Wilcher appeared on the census of 1870 in the household of Liberty Wilcher at Adair County, Missouri, as age eight.

     Amanda M. Wilcher was born circa 1864 at Missouri. She was the daughter of Liberty Wilcher and Rebecca C. Brassfield. Amanda M. Wilcher appeared on the census of 1870 in the household of Liberty Wilcher at Adair County, Missouri, as Mandy M. age six. Amanda M. Wilcher appeared on the census of 1880 in the household of Liberty Wilcher at Adair County, Missouri, as age sixteen.

     Rose B. Wilcher was born circa 1867 at Missouri. She was the daughter of Liberty Wilcher and Rebecca C. Brassfield. Rose B. Wilcher appeared on the census of 1870 in the household of Liberty Wilcher at Adair County, Missouri, as age three. Rose B. Wilcher appeared on the census of 1880 in the household of Liberty Wilcher at Adair County, Missouri, as age thirteen.

     Burnice Lloyd Markland was born on 22 November 1902 at Missouri. He was the son of Millard Markland and Minnie Ellen Brassfield. Burnice Lloyd Markland appeared on the census of 1910 in the household of his father, Millard Markland at Mercer County, Missouri, as age seven and had been attending school. Burnice Lloyd Markland appeared on the census of 1920 in the household of his father, Millard Markland at Ringgold County, Iowa, as Bernice, age seventeen and attending school. Burnice Lloyd Markland married Charlotte Moore. Burnice Lloyd Markland and Charlotte (Moore) Markland lived in 1962 at 1709 S. Randolph Street, Arlington, Arlington County, Virginia.

Burnice Lloyd Markland died on 24 September 1962 at Arlington Hospital, Arlington, Arlington County, Virginia, at age 59. Funeral services were held on 27 September 1962 at Ives Funeral Home, Arlington, Arlington County, Virginia; at 11 a.m. He was entombed at National Memorial Park, Falls Church, Independent City (Falls Church), Virginia.

     Orville Harry Markland was born on 24 September 1905 at Mercer, Mercer County, Missouri. He was the son of Millard Markland and Minnie Ellen Brassfield. Orville Harry Markland appeared on the census of 1910 in the household of his father, Millard Markland at Mercer County, Missouri, as age four. Orville Harry Markland appeared on the census of 1920 in the household of his father, Millard Markland at Ringgold County, Iowa, as age fourteen and attending school. Orville Harry Markland lived in 1928 at 2547 Troost Avenue, Kansas City, Jackson County, Missouri. He married Marie B. Hoover on 1 September 1928 at Troost Avenue Methodist Church, Kansas City, Jackson County, Missouri. Orville Harry Markland and Marie (Hoover) Markland lived in September 1928 at Kansas City, Jackson County, Missouri. Orville Harry Markland appeared on the census of 1930 in the household of his father, Millard Markland at Douglas County, Nebraska, as age 24 and a milk salesman with a dairy route. He was listed as married for two years, but his wife was not listed with the family. Orville Harry Markland married Mabel Zorn on 4 April 1932 at St. Joseph, Buchanan County, Missouri. Orville Harry Markland served in military during World War II with the United States Navy. He and Mabel (Zorn) Markland moved circa 1974 to Payette, Payette County, Idaho; from Maryland. Orville Harry Markland held membership in the El Korah Shrine of Boise, the American Legion and the Masonic Lodge at Payette, Payette County, Idaho. He was a Baptist.

Orville Harry Markland died on 23 January 1985 at Ontario, Malheur County, Oregon, at age 79; in the hospital of natural causes. Funeral services were held on 28 January 1985 at Chapel of the Roses, Payette, Payette County, Idaho; officiated by Rev. Herbert Ceederburg and "with ritualistic services conducted by Masonic Lodge #28 A.F. & A.M." He was buried at Riverside Cemetery, Payette, Payette County, Idaho.

     Jesse J. Markland was born on 24 February 1908 at Missouri. He was the son of Millard Markland and Minnie Ellen Brassfield. Jesse J. Markland appeared on the census of 1910 in the household of his father, Millard Markland at Mercer County, Missouri, as age two. Jesse J. Markland appeared on the census of 1920 in the household of his father, Millard Markland at Ringgold County, Iowa, as age eleven and attending school. Jesse J. Markland appeared on the census of 1930 in the household of his father, Millard Markland at Douglas County, Nebraska, as age 21 and working as a stone fitter's helper. Jesse J. Markland died in May 1979 at Washington, D.C., at age 71.

     Helen H. Markland was born on 17 January 1912 at Missouri. She was the daughter of Millard Markland and Minnie Ellen Brassfield. Helen H. Markland appeared on the census of 1920 in the household of her father, Millard Markland at Ringgold County, Iowa, as age seven and attending school. Helen H. Markland appeared on the census of 1930 in the household of her father, Millard Markland at Douglas County, Nebraska, as age eighteen and working as a sales clerk in a "dime" store.

Helen (Markland) Burt died on 27 December 1977 at Beltsville, Prince George's County, Maryland, at age 65. Funeral services were held on 29 December 1977 at Nalley Funeral Home, Mt. Rainier, Prince George's County, Maryland. She was buried at Fort Lincoln Cemetery, Brentwood, Prince George's County, Maryland.

     Virginia Pauline "Peggy" Markland was born on 13 August 1918 at Iowa. She was the daughter of Millard Markland and Minnie Ellen Brassfield. Virginia Pauline "Peggy" Markland appeared on the census of 1920 in the household of her father, Millard Markland at Ringgold County, Iowa, as Pauline, age one year and eight months. Virginia Pauline "Peggy" Markland appeared on the census of 1930 in the household of her father, Millard Markland at Douglas County, Nebraska, as age eleven. Virginia Pauline "Peggy" Markland married James William Crowl circa 1937. Virginia Pauline "Peggy" (Markland) Crowl was widowed with the death of her husband, James William Crowl on 20 May 1972.

Virginia Pauline "Peggy" (Markland) Crowl died on 10 November 1973 at Washington, D.C., at age 55. Funeral services were held on 15 November 1973 at Nalley Funeral Home, Mt. Rainier, Prince George's County, Maryland; at 11 a.m. She was buried at Fort Lincoln Cemetery, Brentwood, Prince George's County, Maryland; in Section E, Lot 544, Site 4.

     Billiy Martin Markland was born on 18 May 1924 at Missouri. He was the son of Millard Markland and Minnie Ellen Brassfield. Billiy Martin Markland appeared on the census of 1930 in the household of his father, Millard Markland at Douglas County, Nebraska, as age five. Billiy Martin Markland died in January 1975 at age 50.

     Frances Jane Johnson was born on 20 April 1837 at Missouri. She married Francis Marion Brassfield, son of William Trammel Brassfield and Nancy Lay, circa 1860 at Missouri. Frances Jane (Johnson) Brassfield appeared on the census of 1870 in the household of Francis Marion Brassfield at Schuyler County, Missouri; enumerated 11 August 1870. He was listed as Francis J. age 34, head of household and a farmer with real estate valued at $800 and personal property valued at $600. Frances was listed as Frances M. age 33 and keeping house. Included in the household were; James age six, Francis age four, Fanny age two and William A. age one month. Also listed in the same dwelling were, Wm. Brassfield age 65 and a farmer, James age 28 and a farmer and Ellen age 21 and keeping house. Frances Jane Johnson died on 14 February 1920 at age 82.

     George Washington Brassfield was born on 17 February 1861 at Missouri. He was the son of Francis Marion Brassfield and Frances Jane Johnson. George Washington Brassfield died on 18 September 1861 at Missouri.

     Nancy Brassfield was born on 26 July 1862 at Missouri. She was the daughter of Francis Marion Brassfield and Frances Jane Johnson. Nancy Brassfield died on 3 September 1864 at Missouri at age 2.

     Francis Woodson Brassfield was born on 12 April 1866 at Missouri. He was the son of Francis Marion Brassfield and Frances Jane Johnson. Francis Woodson Brassfield appeared on the census of 1870 in the household of Francis Marion Brassfield at Schuyler County, Missouri, as age four. Francis Woodson Brassfield died circa 1939.

     James Lee Brassfield was born on 16 May 1864 at Missouri. He was the son of Francis Marion Brassfield and Frances Jane Johnson. James Lee Brassfield appeared on the census of 1870 in the household of Francis Marion Brassfield at Schuyler County, Missouri, as age six. James Lee Brassfield died on 20 June 1947 at age 83.

     Fannie Elizabeth Brassfield was born on 23 April 1868 at Missouri. She was the daughter of Francis Marion Brassfield and Frances Jane Johnson. Fannie Elizabeth Brassfield appeared on the census of 1870 in the household of Francis Marion Brassfield at Schuyler County, Missouri, as age two. According to the Brassfield book, she married John D. George 17 April 1887 and had three children. The children are mentioned by name in the Brassfield book. Fannie Elizabeth Brassfield died on 27 July 1910 at age 42.

     William Archie Brassfield was born on 15 May 1870 at Missouri. He was the son of Francis Marion Brassfield and Frances Jane Johnson. William Archie Brassfield appeared on the census of 1870 in the household of Francis Marion Brassfield at Schuyler County, Missouri, as age one month and born in May. William Archie Brassfield died on 12 October 1876 at age 6.

     Byron Brassfield was born on 4 September 1872 at Schuyler County, Missouri. He was the son of Francis Marion Brassfield and Frances Jane Johnson.

     Ellen Jane Brassfield was born on 25 April 1874 at Missouri. She was the daughter of Francis Marion Brassfield and Frances Jane Johnson. According to the Brassfield book, she married Walter Phelps and lived near Greentop, MO in 1940.

     Ernest Brassfield was born on 18 January 1878. He was the son of Francis Marion Brassfield and Frances Jane Johnson. Ernest Brassfield died circa 1946.

     Eva Brassfield was born on 7 August 1881. She was the daughter of Francis Marion Brassfield and Frances Jane Johnson. According to the Brassfield book, she married Walter Burkhart, had four children and lived Greentop, MO in 1940.

     Edward W Patten was born in 1869 at Elmira, Ray County, Missouri. He was the son of Luther Leroy Patten and Lucinda Gaunt. Edward W Patten appeared on the census of 1870 in the household of Luther Leroy Patten at Marion County, Missouri, as age one and born in Missori. Edward W Patten appeared on the census of 1880 in the household of his father, Luther Leroy Patten at Reno County, Kansas, as age ten and had attended school in 1880. Edward W Patten appeared on the census of 1885 in the household of his father, Luther Leroy Patten at Albion, Reno County, Kansas Territory, as age 15. Edward W Patten lived in March 1898 at Iowa Falls, Iowa. He was a general laborer in March 1898 at Iowa Falls, Iowa. He and Jessie M Davis obtained a marriage license on 4 March 1898 at Hardin County, Iowa. Edward W Patten married Jessie M Davis on 6 March 1898 at Alden, Hardin County, Iowa; with the ceremony performed by M.E. Pastor E Robbins and witnessed by Carrie Alden and Ben Smith. Edward W Patten and Jessie M (Davis) Patten lived in June 1900 at 705 South Treemont, Iowa Falls, Hardin County, Iowa. Edward W Patten was a teamster in June 1900 at Iowa Falls, Hardin County, Iowa. He appeared on the census of 1900 at Hardin County, Iowa; enumerated 4 June. Edward W Patten was enumerated as the 29 year old head of household and he owned his home free of mortgage. Jessie M Patten was enumerated as his 30 year old wife and the mother of one child with one child living. One son was enumerated as Leroy H Patten age one. He and Jessie M (Davis) Patten moved circa January 1903 to Bellevue, Morrison County, Minnesota Territory, to join her father who had lived there about seven months. Edward W Patten and Jessie M (Davis) Patten lived in June 1905 at RFD #4, Bellevue, Morrison County, Minnesota Territory; with Jessie's father, Stephen H Davis. Edward W Patten and Jessie M (Davis) Patten appeared on the census of 1905 at Morrison County, Minnesota Territory; enumerated 19 June. Edward W Patten was enumerated as a 34 year old farmer. Jessie M Patten was enumerated as age 34. Included in the household were Leroy H Paten age six and Chester A Patten age four. It appears that 66 year old Stephen H Davis was also a member of the household. Edward W Patten was widowed with the death of his wife, Jessie M (Davis) Patten on 8 November 1907 at Guthrie, Logan County, Oklahoma. Edward W Patten lived in April 1910 at 413 Grand Street, Guthrie, Oklahoma. He was an out of work "car repairer" for the railroad in April 1910 at Guthrie, Oklahoma. He appeared on the census of 1910 at Logan County, Oklahoma; enumerated 26 April. Edward Patten was enumerated as the 40 year old head of household and he owned his home with a mortgage. He was the father of two children, both living and had been married twice. Two sons were enumerated as Leroy H age 11 and Chester A age 9, both attending school. He died in 1917. He was buried at Summit View Cemetery, Guthrie, Logan County, Oklahoma; in Section 1, Block 14, Lot 88, Space WC with of Woodsmen of the World marker.

     Ida Lee Patten was born on 21 January 1873 at Iowa. She was the daughter of Luther Leroy Patten and Lucinda Gaunt. Ida Lee Patten appeared on the census of 1880 in the household of her father, Luther Leroy Patten at Reno County, Kansas, as age seven and had attended school in 1880. Ida Lee Patten appeared on the census of 1885 in the household of her father, Luther Leroy Patten at Albion, Reno County, Kansas Territory, as age 12. Ida Lee Patten married Philip Van Smith circa 1896. Ida Lee (Patten) Smith and Philip Van Smith appeared on the census of 1900 at Garfield County, Oklahoma; enumerated 21 June. Philip V Smith was enumerated as the 29 year old head of household and owned his farm free of mortgage. Ida Smith was enumerated as his 27 year old wife and she had not had any children. They had been married three years. Ida Lee (Patten) Smith and Philip Van Smith lived between 1908 and April 1910 at 523 West Mansur Avenue, Guthrie, Oklahoma. Ida Lee (Patten) Smith and Philip Van Smith appeared on the census of 1910 at Logan County, Oklahoma; enumerated 16 April. Phillip V Smith was enumerated as the 39 year old head of household and he owned his home free of mortgage. Ida Smith was enumerated as his 37 year old wife. They had been married 13 years and had no children. Ida Lee Patten suffered the death of her father, Luther Leroy Patten on 7 August 1914 at Guthrie, Logan County, Oklahoma. Ida Lee (Patten) Smith and Philip Van Smith appeared on the census of 1920 at Logan County, Oklahoma; enumerated 16 January. Philip V Smith was enumerated as the 50 year old head of household and he owned his home free of mortgage. Ida Smith was enumerated as his 46 year old wife. Ida Lee (Patten) Smith and Philip Van Smith lived between January 1920 and April 1930 at 723 East Harrison, Guthrie, Oklahoma.

Ida Lee (Patten) Smith was widowed with the death of her husband, Philip Van Smith on 18 September 1930. Ida Lee (Patten) Smith lived between September 1930 and April 1940 at 723 East Harrison, Guthrie, Oklahoma. She suffered the death of her mother, Lucinda (Gaunt) Patten on 6 December 1932 at 723 East Harrison Avenue, Guthrie, Logan County, Oklahoma. Ida Lee (Patten) Smith appeared on the census of 1940 at Logan County, Oklahoma; enumerated 12 April. L Ida L Smith was enumerated as the 67 year old widowed head of household. She owned her home valued at $1,000 and had completed her education at 8th grade. She died after April 1940. She was buried at Summit View Cemetery, Guthrie, Logan County, Oklahoma.

     Cora Patten was born on 13 September 1876 at Illinois. She was the daughter of Luther Leroy Patten and Lucinda Gaunt. Cora Patten appeared on the census of 1880 in the household of her father, Luther Leroy Patten at Reno County, Kansas, as age three. Cora Patten appeared on the census of 1885 in the household of Luther Leroy Patten at Albion, Reno County, Kansas Territory; as L L Patten age 40, born in Ohio and a farmer. Lucinda Patten was enumerated as age 41, born in Illinois and a housekeeper. Edward Patten age 15, and Ida Patten age 12, were both born in Illinois. Cora Patten age 8 and Clinton Patten age 4 were both born in Kansas. Cora Patten married George W Sharp circa 1896. Cora (Patten) Sharp and George W Sharp lived in June 1900 at 516 North First Street, Guthrie, Oklahoma. Cora (Patten) Sharp appeared on the census of 1900 in the household of George W Sharp at Logan County, Oklahoma; enumerated 12 June. George W Sharp was enumerated as the 35 year old head of household and he was renting the family's home. Cora Sharp was enumerated as his 23 year old wife and the mother of two children, both living. One daughter was enumerated as Rubie May age two. One son was enumerated as Otto age nine months. Cora (Patten) Sharp suffered the death of her daughter, Ruby May Sharp on 2 January 1906 at Guthrie, Logan County, Oklahoma. Cora (Patten) Sharp and George W Sharp lived in April 1910 at 807 West Washington Street, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Cora (Patten) Sharp appeared on the census of 1910 in the household of George W Sharp at Oklahoma County, Oklahoma; enumerated 15 April. George Sharp was enumerated the 48 year old head of household and he was renting the family's home. Cora Sharp was enumerated as his 34 year old wife and the mother of five children with three living. Three sons were enumerated as Otto S age 10, Luther age 3 and 7 month old Carl. Cora (Patten) Sharp was widowed with the death of her husband, George W Sharp in 1917. Cora (Patten) Sharp lived in January 1920 at 729 West Grand Avenue, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; with her three sons Otto, Luther and Carl. She appeared on the census of 1920 at Oklahoma County, Oklahoma; enumerated 2 January. Cora Sharp was enumerated as the 42 year old widowed head of household and she was renting the family's home. Three sons were enumerated as Otto age 20, Luther age 12 and Carl age 10. Luther and Carl were attending school. She lived in April 1930 at 1017 West Reno Street, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma. She appeared on the census of 1930 at Oklahoma County, Oklahoma; enumerated 8 April. Cora Sharp was enumerated as the 50 year old widowed head of household. She was paying $20 monthly rent for her home. One son was enumerated as Otto age 27 and single. She lived in December 1932 at Oklahoma City, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma. She suffered the death of her mother, Lucinda (Gaunt) Patten on 6 December 1932 at 723 East Harrison Avenue, Guthrie, Logan County, Oklahoma. Cora (Patten) Sharp suffered the death of her son, Carl George Sharp on 6 July 1936. Cora (Patten) Sharp and Otto S Sharp lived in April 1940 at 813 California, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Cora (Patten) Sharp appeared on the census of 1940 in the household of her son, Otto S Sharp at Oklahoma County, Oklahoma, as age 64, widowed and with a third grade education. Cora (Patten) Sharp suffered the death of her son, Otto S Sharp on 15 October 1954.

Cora (Patten) Sharp died on 7 March 1955 at age 78. She was buried at Summit View Cemetery, Guthrie, Logan County, Oklahoma; in Section 1, Block 20, Lot 37, Space NW.

     Lafayette Rowsey was born in March 1841 at Illinois; or Virginia. He married Bethana Gaunt, daughter of Smith Gaunt and Jane or Jennie Smith, circa 1866 at Illinois. Lafayette Rowsey appeared on the census of 1880 at Sedgwick County, Kansas; enumerated 2 June. Lafayette was enumerated as age 37, head of household and working in a stone factory. Bethany was enumerated as his wife, age 37 and keeping house. Included in the household were two sons, Charles age thirteen, Walter L. age nine and two daughters, Ellen age six and Cynthinia age four. He and Bethana Gaunt lived at Waco Street, Wichita, Kansas; when they were enumerated for the 1880 census on 2 June. Lafayette Rowsey appeared on the census of 1900 at Sedgwick County, Kansas; enumerated 7 June. Lafaette was enumerated as age 59, head of household and a day laborer with a home mortgage. Bethena was enumerated as his wife, age 63 and the mother of eight children with five living. Included in the household was a daughter Minnie age nineteen. He and Bethana (Gaunt) Rowsey lived in June 1900 at 819 South Market Street, Wichita, Sedgwick County, Kansas. Lafayette Rowsey was widowed with the death of his wife, Bethana (Gaunt) Rowsey before 1910 at Wichita, Sedgwick County, Kansas; as her husband was listed as a widowed on the 1910 census. Lafayette Rowsey appeared on the census of 1910 in the household of his son, Charles S. Rowsey at Sedgwick County, Kansas, as age 71 and widowed.

     Charles S. Rowsey was born circa 1867 at Illinois. He was the son of Lafayette Rowsey and Bethana Gaunt. Charles S. Rowsey appeared on the census of 1880 in the household of his father, Lafayette Rowsey at Sedgwick County, Kansas, as age thirteen and had attended school. Charles S. Rowsey married Catherine S. Slyter on 21 June 1906 at Wichita, Sedgwick County, Kansas. Charles S. Rowsey appeared on the census of 1910 at Sedgwick County, Kansas; enumerated 15 April. Chas. S. was enumerated as age 43, head of household and a foreman. He owned his home at 819 South Market Street free of mortgage. Katherine was enumerated as his wife, age 20 and the mother of one child, with one child living. Charles and Katherine had been married for three years, his second marriage and her first. Included in the household was a son Robert age two and Charles' father, Lafaitt Rowsey age 71 and widowed. He appeared on the census of 1920 at Sedgwick County, Kansas; enumerated 12 January. Charles S. was enumerated as age 51, head of household and a city fireman. Catherine S. was enumerated as his wife age 32. They owned their home at 819 South Market Street free of mortgage. Included in the household was a son, Roy R. age twelve. He appeared on the census of 1930 at Sedgwick County, Kansas; enumerated 5 April. Chas. S. was enumerated as age 62 and head of household with Sarah K. enumerated as his wife age 42. They owned a radio set and their home, valued at $4000 which was located at 819 South Market Street. Included in the household was a son, Roy R. age 22.

     Walter L. Rowsey was born circa 1871 at Illinois. He was the son of Lafayette Rowsey and Bethana Gaunt. Walter L. Rowsey appeared on the census of 1880 in the household of his father, Lafayette Rowsey at Sedgwick County, Kansas, as age nine and had attended school, but could not write. Walter L. Rowsey married Mary (?) circa 1895 at Sedgwick County, Kansas. Walter L. Rowsey appeared on the census of 1900 at Sedgwick County, Kansas; enumerated 12 or 13 June. Walter Rousey was enumerated as the 28 year old head of household. Mary Rousey was enumerated as his 22 year old wife and the mother of three children with one child living. Also enumerated in the household was one son, five month old Walter W. Rousey.

Walter L. Rowsey and Mary Rowsey lived in April 1910 at 1824 Mosby Avenue, Wichita, Kansas. Walter L. Rowsey appeared on the census of 1910 at Sedgwick County, Kansas; enumerated 20 April. Walter L. Rowsey was enumerated as the 37 year old head of household and was working as a day laborer. He was renting the family's lodgings and had been out of work for 24 weeks in 1909. Mary Rowsey was enumerated as his 32 year old wife and the mother of nine children with four children living. Rowsey children enumerated in the household were; Walter age ten, Julania age eight, Elga age five and Charlie age three. Walter and Julania were attending school. He and Mary Rowsey lived in January 1920 at 718 North Market Street, Wichita, Kansas. Walter L. Rowsey was the deputy turnkey for the county jail in January 1920 at Wichita, Sedgwick County, Kansas. He appeared on the census of 1920 at Sedgwick County, Kansas; enumerated 15 January. Walter L. Rowsey was enumerated as the 48 year old head of household. Mary M. Rowsey was enumerated as his 41 year old wife. Rowsey children enumerated in the household were sons; Walter W. age 20, Elgie G. age 15, Charlie A. age 13, Edward P. age 8, Cecil C. age 4 years, 6 months and daughter Velma C. age 2 years, 3 months. Elgie, Charlie, Edward and Cecil were attending school and Walter W. was working as a milker at a dairy farm. He and Mary Rowsey lived in April 1930 at 1935 S. Mosley Street, Wichita, Kansas. Walter L. Rowsey appeared on the census of 1930 at Sedgwick County, Kansas; enumerated 12 April. Walter L. Rowsey was enumerated as the 58 year old head of household. He was a laborer doing odd jobs but was unemployed. Mary Rowsey was enumerated as his 52 year old wife. Enumerated as members of the household were sons; Elgie age 25, Edward age 18, Cecil age 14 and a12 year old daughter, Velma. Elgie was working as a restaurant cook and Cecil and Velma were attending school.

     Ellen Rowsey was born circa 1874 at Illinois. She was the daughter of Lafayette Rowsey and Bethana Gaunt. Ellen Rowsey appeared on the census of 1880 in the household of her father, Lafayette Rowsey at Sedgwick County, Kansas, as age six. Ellen Rowsey married John W. Mathina at Wichita, Sedgwick County, Kansas.

     Cynthina Rowsey was born circa 1876 at Illinois. She was the daughter of Lafayette Rowsey and Bethana Gaunt. Cynthina Rowsey appeared on the census of 1880 in the household of her father, Lafayette Rowsey at Sedgwick County, Kansas, as age four.

     Minnie B. Rowsey was born in January 1881 at Kansas. She was the daughter of Lafayette Rowsey and Bethana Gaunt. Minnie B. Rowsey appeared on the census of 1900 in the household of her father, Lafayette Rowsey at Sedgwick County, Kansas, as age nineteen. Minnie B. Rowsey married Otto Curtis on 12 July 1909 at Wichita, Sedgwick County, Kansas.