First Presbyterian Church of Falmouth

Organized Dec. 5, 1829
Disbanded Dec. 2, 1932

Transcribed by Sherri from images donated by Joy Fisher from FHL Film #358488.

This information is from the first Church Book in posession of Mrs. J.E. (Fannie) Wilson of Falmouth, KY in 1938. December 5th, 1829    Page 5 We the inhabitants of Falmouth and its vicinity being members of the Presbyterian Church do by voluntary consent that we may enjoy the ordenances of Jesus Christ form ourselves into a church to be known by the name of the Presbyterian Church of Falmouth, Pendleton County, this 5th day of December 1829 and we do moreover choose to the office of Ruling Elders in the church James Naylor and Devall Payne, Jnr. and we do voluntarily agree to submit to them in the due exercise of their office.  Done by order of Presbytery.   Saml. Taylor Wm. H. Forsythe   And their names signed by request: James Naylor Miss Harriet Naylor Jared Woodworth Miss Jane Woodworth Devall Payne, Jr. John Hunter Mrs. A. Hunter Miss A. Logan Miss L. Logan (Pages 1-4 occupied with names of the members of the church.  See separate file.)     * * * * * * * * * December 6th, (1829)  10 o'clock A.M.   Page 6 Session met.  Constituted by prayer. Members present: Revd. Saml. Taylor Moderator James Naylor & Devall Payne, Jr. Elders Miss Sophronia Naylor and Miss Priscilla Patterson on profession of their Faith in the Lord Jesus Christ was received as members of our church, having received the ordenance of Baptism in infancy. Concluded by prayer.   Devall Payne, Jr. Clerk of Cess. * * * * * * * * * December 7th (1829) 9 o'clock A.M.     Session met.  Constituted by Prayer. Members present: Revd. Saml. Taylor Moderator James Naylor & Devall Payne, Fr. Elders Lewis Woodworth and Sarah his wife received as members on profession of their Faith. Both received the ordenance of Baptism.   Devall Payne, Jr. Clerk of Cess. * * * * * * * * * December 7th (1829) 2 o'clock P.M.   Page 7 Members present: Revd. Saml. Taylor Moderator Revd. Wm. Forsythe, James Naylor & Devall Payne, Jr. Elders John Woodworth, Mrs. Elizabeth Hunter & Catharine Clayton received as members. All those received the ordenance of Baptism. At the same time MRs. E. Hunter gave her Daughter Ann McKee Hunter to the Lord in Baptism, being two years old in September past. Also, Jared Woodworth & Sarah his wife Dedicated Maria their Daughter to the Lord in Baptism, she being eight years old in Jany next.   Devall Payne, Jr. Clerk of Cess. * * * * * * * * * Jany. 16th 1830   Page 7 Members present Wm. G. Gallagher Moderator James Naylor & Devall Payne, Elders Wm. C. Naylor was received as a member of our church by profession of faith.   Devall Payne, Jr. Clerk of Cess. * * * * * * * * * Jany. 17th 1830   Page 8 Lewis Woodworth and Sarah his wife dedicated to the Lord in Baptism Rebecca, 10 years old and Eliza, 6 years old - their daugters.   Devall Payne, Jr. Clerk of Cess. * * * * * * * * * July 5th 1830     Revd. Samuel Taylor Moderator James Naylor & Devall Payne, Elders Catharine Jones admitted to communion on examination and received the ordenance of Baptism. Received a letter from Mary Clark, a certificate of her membership of the Cumberland Presbyterian Church in Frankfort whereupon she was received in full communion with this church.   Wm. C. Naylor, Clerk     Page 9 Married in Falmouth, P. County on 18th of March 1830 by Revd. A. Monroe (of the Baptist denomination) Mr. Duvall Payne Jr. to Miss Harriet C. Naylor, both of said place.   Wm. C. Naylor, Clerk   * * * * * * * * * December 18th 1830   Page 9 Nathan M. Winston Moderator James Naylor & Devall Payne, Elders Brother John Hunter having been duly cited to appear to answer to the charge of unchristian conduct in the profanity using the name of God, and unhallowed anger, appeared and confessed guilt, and gave evidence of repentance and sorrow for his sin Whereupon forgiveness was granted him, and he was permitted to continue i the enjoyment of the priveleges of the church.   N.M. Winston, Modr.   * * * * * * * * * December 19th 1830   Page10 Lewis Woodworth and Sarah his wife dedicated to the Lord in Baptism their son Jared Wilson Woodworth, being 7 months of age.   Wm. C. Naylor, Clerk   August 15th 1831     Present Revd. William Forsythe Moderator James Naylor & Devall elders. John Childers & Catharine his wife received into communion when he received the ordinance of Baptism.   Wm. C. Naylor, Clerk   Note: Note at the foot of the above entry:  John Childers left the Presbyterian Church and united with the Cambelites in perhaps the year 1842. * * * * * * * * * August 14th 1831   Page 11 Received on certificate from the Salem Church Richland Mr. Samuel Holmes and Sarah his wife with their daughters Mary, Marrann, Tieza B. Holmes to full communion with this church.   Wm. C. Naylor, Clerk   * * * * * * * * * August 14th 1831     Mr. Devall Payne and Harriet his wife Dedicated to the Lord in Baptism their Daughter Ann Isabella being 4 months of age.   Wm. C. Naylor, Clerk   * * * * * * * * * August 14th 1831     Present Wm. Forsythe Moderator.  James Naylor & Devall Payne Jr. Elders Brother John Woodworth having been cited to appear to anwer the chrge of unchristian conduct and unhallowed anger and confessed his Gilt and gave evidence of his repentance & sorrow for sin, whereupon forgiveness was granted him and he was permitted to continue in the enjoyment of the privileges of the church.   Wm. C. Naylor, Clerk   December 4th 1831   Page 12 Devall Payne appointed to represent this church in the presbyty at Cynthiana this fall.   Wm. C. Naylor, Clerk   * * * * * * * * * October 7th 1831     The Committee appointed to Examine the Falmouth Record.  Report that the Record is orderly and well except that Session met and done business without prayer.   Davey Whitney, Modr.   * * * * * * * * * December 4th 1831   Page 12 Our sister Elizabeth Hunter intending to move out of the bounds of this church applied for a certificate of membership.  It is Rsolved by the Cession that her request be granted and recommended to any sister church of the same order.   D. Payne   * * * * * * * * * October 10th 1831 (Was originally the 20th, changed to the 10th.) Page 13 Our Sister Ann Logan was married to David Fitzgerald of Mason County by the Revd. Wm. Logan & applied for a certificate of membership - granted.   D. Payne   * * * * * * * * * Harriet Catharine Payne departed this life on the 15th December 1831 at 9 o'clock P.M. * * * * * * * * * Falmouth July 1st 1832   Page 14 Wm. H. Forsythe Moderator James Naylor & Devall Payne Elders Samuel Blackburn & Sarah his wife. . . received into full communion. Sarah having the ordenance of Baptism administered. Miss Eliza Poague applied at the same time. . . admitted to all the privileges of our church.   D. Payne   * * * * * * * * * October 18th 1832   Page 15 Married by the Revd. and M. Keath Mr. John C. Pickett to Miss Jane Woodworth. * * * * * * * * * November 1st 1832     Mrs. Jane Pickett applied for certificate of membership, she being about to remove to Missouri to live - granted.   D. Payne   * * * * * * * * * December 21st 1834     An Sophronia Wilkerson Dedicated to the Lord in Baptism her daughter, Maria McKee Wilkerson, being 1 year & 10 months old.   Wm. C. Naylor   * * * * * * * * * Mrs. Childers, consort of John B. Childers departed this life on the ___ day of ____ _____ (date illegible)   Wm. C. Naylor   * * * * * * * * * 1834   Page 16 Mrs. Tirza McLaughlin dedicated . . . her daughter Zeralda McCoy McLaughlin it being six months of age.   William C. Naylor   * * * * * * * * * December 1834   Page 16 Same dedicated to the Lord &c her daughter Miranda Isabelle it being in the first year of its age. (This seems to refer to Mrs. Tirza McLaughlin, previously recorded o the same page.) * * * * * * * * * March 28, 1835     Rev. David S. Tod  Elder John Naylor present. Received to the communion the following persons: Mrs. Maria McKee Mrs. Nancy R. Hunter Mrs. Mariah Monroe Miss Mariah L. Beckett Sarah Holmes * * * * * * * * * March 29th 1835     Mrs. Maria McKee dedicated &c her son John McKee & her daughter Martha Ann McKee. Maria Monroe also received Baptism.   William C. Naylor Clk. Session * * * * * * * * *     Page 17 Mrs. Catharine Woodworth Departed this life . . . . 1834 Mr. Lewis Woodworth Departed this life . . . . . 1835 Married by Rev. Robert Elrod, Mr. John Woodworth to Miss Mary Marshall   William C. Naylor Clk. Session * * * * * * * * * December 31st 1836     Married by the Rev. Robt. Elrod, Mr. William C. Naylor to Mrs. Maria Monroe. * * * * * * * * * March 26th 1836     Prayer by Rev. Francis Gray. Elder James Naylor received to the communion Mrs. Mary Woodworth & Mrs. Dupee (?) on their profession of faith.   William C. Naylor Clk. Session * * * * * * * * * March 26th 1836   Page 18 Mr. John Woodworth & Mary his wife Dedicated & C their two infant children, Sarah Catharine & John Coleman. Mrs. Dupee Dedicated &c her daughter, Virginia Randolph. * * * * * * * * * May 31st 1837     Brethern Samuel Holmes, John Childers & Wm. Naylor elected ruling Elders and were duly ordained by J.T. Hendrick who afterwards gave a suitable charge to Elders and people.   James Naylor E.C.K.S.   * * * * * * * * * August 21, 1837   Page 19 Baptized by Bro. T.J. Hendrick, James Hervey, son of William & Maria Naylor; and Susan, daughter of Tirzah McLaughlin * * * * * * * * * Sept 20, 1837     Bro. John T. Hendrick Moderator James Naylor & John Childers, Ruling Elders John Childers appointed to atend Presbetry at Paris on the 5th day of October 1837.   James Naylor C.S   * * * * * * * * * August 21, 1837     Tirzah McLaughlin dismissed and recommended to the church at  _________ Creek Kentucky   J.T. Hendrick, Moderator   * * * * * * * * * April 29, 1838     Baptized by J.T. Hendrick, Eliza Ann, Margaret Jane, William Logan and Samuel, infant children of Nancy Hunter.   J. Naylor   * * * * * * * * * July 9, 1839   Page 20 Baptized by Rev. J.T. Hendrick, Martha, infant daughter of John & Mary Woodworth.   James Naylor, C.   * * * * * * * * * November 15, 1839     Rev. J.T. Hendrick, Moderator Elders James Naylor & Alex'a. McClintock of Millersburgh. Received on examination Ann Louisa Woodworth who was also baptized with her infant daughter Maria Louise.   James Naylor Clerk   * * * * * * * * * Mr. John Woodworth & Mary his wife about to remove to Missouri, applied for a certificate, same given February 29th 1840 by James Naylor a member of Session.       J.N. * * * * * * * * * July 2nd 1840   Page 21 Rev. John T. Hendrick, Moderator James Naylor & Samuel Holmes, Elders. Received on examination, Joseph T. Gragory into the church. * * * * * * * * * July 3, 1840     Wm. C. Naylor and Maria Naylor dedicatd &c their infant daughter Sarah Theressa. Joseph T. Gregory also dedicated &c his infant son ______________________   James Naylor, E.C.S   * * * * * * * * * November 17, 1840     Rev. J.T. Hendrick, Moderator James Naylor, Elder Received on certificate Robert H. Hitch, Nancy Hitch, Rebecca Jane Hitch, and also on examination Abagail Logan to full communion. Also received on examination Maria Louisa & Wilson Woodworth, the latter was also baptized by the moderator; also James Henry, infant son of Joseph Gregory was baptized.   James Naylor, Sec.   * * * * * * * * *     Page 22 Report of Falmouth made to the Ebenezar Presbytary at its April Session 1841 to the year preceeding: Added on examination 4; added on certificate 3; Total communicants 33; Adults baptized 1; infants baptized 3; total Baptisms 4. Commissioner's fund $2.00; Missionary fund $0.50   James Naylor, Clerk   * * * * * * * * * August 18, 1841   Page 23 Married by Rev. Ebenezar Bishop, Rev S(?) G. Ward to Mrs. Mariah McKee.   James Naylor, Clerk   * * * * * * * * * August 31, 1841     Baptized by Rev. John T. Hendrick, Rachael S. Hitch, daughter of Joseph Hitch in the 14th year of her age. * * * * * * * * * August 30, 1841     Elected Wilson Woodworth & Robert Hitch Deacons; ordained by Rev. John T. Hendrick.   Jas. Naylor, Clerk   * * * * * * * * * Falmouth April 25, 1842   Page 24 Seshin met . . . . Wm. H. Forsythe, Minister James Naylor and Samuel Homes Elders. Sally Hitch and Luther Hitch received into the church.  Also same day, Wm. H. Forsythe baptized two infants of Luther and Mary his wife - Emely Elizabeth and Rebecca Ann.  Also, William K. Gragery, infant son of Joseph Gragery and wife.   James Naylor, Clerk   (Note: This does not seem to be the handwriting of Jas. Naylor.) * * * * * * * * * April 26, 1842     Marann Keith dedicated &c , by Bro. Wm. Forsythe, her three children: Charles Webster, Calven Stites & john Tyler Keith. Ann Louisa Woodwroth consort to Wilson Woodworth departed this life May 19, 1842. * * * * * * * * * July 30, 1842   Page 25 Rev. J.T. Hendrick Mod. James Naylor, Samuel Holmes, Nat McCline (?) and Lewis Rose, Elders. Received on examination Graham Wallace & Elizabeth Wallace his wife, both of whom had been baptized in infancy. Resolved that John Hunter be suspended from the ordinances of the churh for contumacy until he give genuine evidence of repentance.   Jas. Naylor, Clerk   * * * * * * * * *     Page 26 Wm. & Mariah Naylor dedicaed &c their infant daughter, Anna Elizabeth on Sabbath Aug. 31, 1842, being 8 months old On the same day in the evening, at house of Samuel Holmes, John Keith and America Holmes received into membership. Also Samuel Holmes appointed to attend Presbytery at Crittenden on Sept. 22, and James Naylor his alternate, and also synod. * * * * * * * * * September 8th 1842     J.T. Hendricks preached a sermon & baptized John D. Keith at the close of the same.   Jas. Naylor, Clk   * * * * * * * * * Crittenden Fall Session   Page 27 The committee apointed by Presbytery to examine the Record, of the Falmouth Church Report, that they see nothing to censure in said Record with the exception of some errors in Orthography & omitting to page in part.  The first we have underscored and the latter we have corrected - from page 22 approved.    1842   John H. Condit  Mod.   * * * * * * * * * Friday October 28, 1842     After a sermon preached at Graham Wallace's by Bro. Armstrong, Graham & Elizabeth Wallace presented two daughters for baptism - Susana, age 7 and Almira, aged about 3 years. * * * * * * * * * Brother Armstrong's engagement with the Falmouth Church ended, I think, the fourth sabbeth of Sept. 1843 * * * * * * * * * October 21, 1843   Page 28 Sophronia M. Wilkerson received certificate of Dismission by order of the session.   James Naylor, C.S.   * * * * * * * * * Falmouth December 24th 1843     John Burwell, a member of the Presbyterian Church at Zanesville, and Sarah M. Burwell dedicated their infant daughter, Mary, to Baptism &c administered by Bro. Armstrong. * * * * * * * * * December 24th 1843   Page 29 Whereas it apeares that Joseph Gregory a member of our church was in the corse of last fall engaged in town in an Affray in a public manner . . . by our Book of Decepiline to be taken . . . . He frankly acknowledged his Imprudent conduct in giving way to his feelings and resolved for the future to Endever to be more on his guard . . . . Brother Gregory then presented his infant daughter, Mary Ann, for baptism.   Jas. Naylor, Clk   * * * * * * * * * June 29 1844   Page 30 Mary Wright presented her infant daughter, Serah Elizabeth for baptism, baptized by Bro. Armstrong.  Done at Joseph Hiches.   James Naylor, Clerk   * * * * * * * * * November 2, 1844     Rev. J. Armstrong. James Naylor & Samuel Holmes, Elders. John Burell received into full communion by certificate from church of Zanesville, Ohio. John Burwell and Graham Wallace elected Elders. The latter refused to accept. The former was ordained by Rev. George B. Armstrong on Sabbeth morning November 3rd. * * * * * * * * * March 29 1845   Page 31 Sermon by Rev. J. Armstrong.  Elders: James Naylor & john Burwell James P. Hendriks, Archibald Logan and Prudene J. Logan, his wife, were received as members on certificate of dismission from the Flemingsburg Church. ELder John Burwell appointed as representative of the Falmouth Church at the next meeting of the Ebenezar Presbetery, and Elder James Naylor alternate. Elder John Burwell appointed clerk of the session of the church.   James Naylor, Clerk   * * * * * * * * * March 30 1845   Page 28 Wm. C. Naylor and Mariah Naylor dedicated by baptism their infant son John Chambers. * * * * * * * * * March 25, 1845   Page 28 Rev. J. Armstrong Modt. James Naylor, Saml Holmes & John Burwell Elders. Bro. Saml Holmes having been informed of a public rumor alleged charges against him which seemed to require cognizance - he asked for an investigation.   James Naylor, C.S.   * * * * * * * * *     Page 33 The comite on the Falmouth records of church do find them in order being appoved and adopted by Presbytry.  Sep. 12, 1845   N. Taliaferro Jas. S.H. Henderson Mod. Presby   * * * * * * * * * November 16 1845   Page 34 Bro. Graham Wallace called Nov. 2, 1844 to Eldership, and signified his willingness to accept, was ordained to the office of Ruling Elder, by Rev. J. Armstrong.  Elders James Naylor & John Burwell present.   Jno. Burwell, Clk   * * * * * * * * * February 13, 1846   Page 35 Rev. J.B. Armstrong, Mod. Elders Wallace & Burwell Bro. Wilson Woodworth being charged by comon fame with using and encouraging obscene language . . . . came before the session without formal citation . . . acknowledged guilt, expressed sincere sorrow &c Resolved to continue cordially to etend to him the right hand of fellowship.   Jno. Burwell, Clk   * * * * * * * * * March 13, 1846   Page 36 J.B. Armstrong Mod. Elders Naylor & Burwell Bro. G. Wallace appointed to represent Falmouth church at next Presbetery. * * * * * * * * * April 18, 1846     Rev. J.B. Armstrong Mod. Elders Naylor, Wallace & Burwell Bro. Daniel D. Barber presented a letter from Presbyterian Church, New Richmond, Ohio - received as a member of this church. * * * * * * * * * April 19 1846     John Burwell and Sarah M. Burwell dedicated their infant daughter, Violette, for baptism. * * * * * * * * * Falmouth July ___ 1846   Page 37 Mrs. Louisa Rowt (?) dedicated her infant daughter _______ for baptism. * * * * * * * * * August 26, 1846     Rev. J.B. Armtrong Mod. Naylor & Burwell, Elders. J. Burwell appointed to represent at next Presbytery; G. Wallace, alternate. Bro. G. Wallace to represent churh at next Synod, and J. Burwell as his alternate. * * * * * * * * * Sept. 25, 1846   Page 38 Committee on Falmouth church report that they orderly & well kept &c Paris.   Joshua F. Green R.F. Caldwell Mod. Presbytery   * * * * * * * * * February 28, 1847     G.B. Armstrong Mod. Elders Naylor, Wallace & Burwell. Mrs. Elizabeth Logan received as member, upon certificate of dismission from the Presbyterian Church in Flemingsburg.   J. Burwell, Clk   * * * * * * * * * March 30, 1847   Page 39 G.B. Armstrong, Mod. Miss Rachel Hitch received as a member of this church. * * * * * * * * * September 1847     Records approved, with exceptions.   R. Harris, Mod. Presbytery. * * * * * * * * * September 1847   Page 40 Mrs. Mariah Sharp dedicated her infant daughter to baptism: Mary Jane Mrs. Elizabeth Logan dedicated her ifant son _______________________ John & Sarah N. Burwell dedicated their infant daughter Martha Ordinance of baptism administered by Rev. G.B. Armstrong. * * * * * * * * * March 10, 1848   Page 41 Bro. Wm. C. Naylor & Mariah his wife dedicated their infant son, William Ewin, for baptism.  Administered by Rev. L. Lynn. * * * * * * * * * Sept. 14, 1848     Records examined and approved.  Lowe Lynn, Moderator * * * * * * * * * September 16, 1848   Page 42 Rev. R.F. Caldwell Mod. Elder: J. Burwell Miss Martha A. McKee & Miss Sarelda McLaughlin admitted as members & Mrs. Terzah McLaughlin by letter. Mrs. Louisa Rout dedicated her infant son James Madson to Baptism. (Note: The sons name appears "William", but maybe intentionally, this was blotted with ink.) * * * * * * * * * October 17, 1848.  Elder James Naylor departed this life in the 81st year of his age. * * * * * * * * * Records examined and approved.  Sept. 28, 1849.   J.S. (or L.) Kemper, Modr. of Ebenezer Presbytery * * * * * * * * * November, 1849   Page 43 Brothers Robert Hitch and Jared Woodworth elected Elders.  Bro. Hitch was ordained, Bro. Woodworth refused to accept. Bro. James Henderson elected Deacon, accepted.   Wm. C. Naylor, Clk.   * * * * * * * * * June 1850     Mrs. Jane Gosney joined the church by a certificate from the Covington church Bor. Bagby minister, and had her two children, Michael Servitus and Mary Elizabeth baptized by Bro. Armstrong officiating as the minister.   Wm. C. Naylor, Clk.   * * * * * * * * * December 1850   Page 44 William C. Naylor and Maria, his wife, dedicated by Baptism their infant Maria Martha. Robert Hitch and wife dedicated to baptism their infant William Shakespear. Bro. Armstrong officiating.   Wm. C. Naylor, Clerk   * * * * * * * * * February 1851     Louisa Rout dedicated by baptism her infant Peter Logan. James Logan and wife dedicated by baptism their infant Mary Ann. Bro. Armstrong officiating.   Wm. C. Naylor, Clk.   * * * * * * * * * September 21, 1851     $6 raised Domestic Board of Missions. * * * * * * * * * October 1, 1851   Page 45 (Records) Approved.  C.T. Jennings, Mod. * * * * * * * * * November 19, 1853   Page 45 Rev. Geo. B. Armstrong Saml. Holmes Elder. Mrs. Catharine Snodgrass & Ms. Emily Meek received into the church. At the same time, Mrs. Emily Meek dedicated by baptism her three children: Martha Louisa Meek, John Milton, Meek and Robert S. Haviland Meek.   Wm. C. Naylor, Clk.   * * * * * * * * * June 1853     Wm. C. Naylor and Mariah his wife dedicated by baptism their infant Mary Isabella.  Bro. Armstrong officiating. * * * * * * * * * June 1853   Page 46 Elizabeth Logan dedicated by baptism her infant James. Also, Zerelda Gren dedicated her infant son James. Brother Armstrong officiating. * * * * * * * * * October 29, 1854     Bro. Wm. C. Naylor & wife are hereby dismissed and recommended to the Church at Greensburg, Indiana.   Geo. B. Armstrong, Mod. R.H. Hitch, Clk.   * * * * * * * * * May, third Sabbath 1855     Session met at the house of Bro. Holmes Rev. G.B. Armstrong & Elder Holmes. Mrs. Rebecca H. Collian (?) received into Falmouth church on certificate.   R.H. Hitch Clk.   * * * * * * * * * September 16, 1855   Page 47 Met at Mt. Vernon (M.E. Church) in the neighborhood of Bro. Samuel Homes. Rev. G.B. rmtrong, and Elder Homes. Mary & Sally McLaughlin received on profession of faith.   R.H. Hitch, Clk.   * * * * * * * * * Feb. 17, 1856     Met at Concord (M.E.C.) Rev. G.B. Armstrong & Elder Hitch. Daniel Rush received on profession of faith. * * * * * * * * * Records examined and criticised.        J.N. Worrall, Mod.   * * * * * * * * * November 19, 1859   Page 48 Bro. G.B. Armstrong Minister Holmes & Hitch Elders. Mr. John Thompson joined by certificate from the Elizaville Church. * * * * * * * * * April 22, 1860     Met at Holmes Chapel.  Rev. H.P. Thompson, minister.  Samuel Holmes, Elder. Miss Miranda Isabel McLaughlin received of profession of faith; also, Thornton a colored man, servent of Samuel Holmes.   R.H. Hitch, Clk.   * * * * * * * * * July 22, 1860   Page 48 Church met in neighborhood of S. Holmes. Rev. R.F. Caldwell, Mod. S. Holmes & R.H. Hitch, Elders. Miss Joanna McLaughin was received ito the church on profession of faith. On the afternoon of the Sabbath, Burwell, Mary Melissa and Millard Filmore, infant children of Marann Keith were baptized. On Monday, Miss America Adaline Keith was received on profession of faith and baptized.   R.H. Hitch, Clk.   * * * * * * * * * July 23, 1860   Page 49 Rev. R.F. Caldwell and REv. E.W. Bedinger, majority of a committee appointed at the Spring meeting of Ebenezer Presbytery to visit the Holmes neighborhood & (the way being clear) to organize a church there, as by the petition formerly sent up to the Presbytery at Sharpsburg. Met with the petitioners & some other members of the Falmouth church & proceeded to the organization by the congregation electing as Elders Samuel Holmes & John R. Thomson; both were installed. The following members were set apart from the Falmouth Church and constituted the new church, viz: Samuel Holmes John R. Thomson Mrs. Catherine Snodgrass Mrs. Terzah McLaughlin Miss Sarah Holmes Miss Mary Holmes Mrs. Marann Keith Miss Susan McLaughlin Miss Sarah McLaughlin Miss Joanna McLaughlin Miss Miranda McLaughlin Miss America A. Keith Mrs. Rebecca Collier The name given the new organization was the Presbyterian Church of Pleasant Ridge. * * * * * * * * * July 31, 1860   Page 51 Rev. Hair, Minister. Samuel Holmes, Elder. Charles Wm. Keith united with the Presbyterian Church at Pleasant Ridge. Mrs. J.P. Golden was received in full fellowship in Falmouth, by certificate. * * * * * * * * * July 29, 1860     Daniel Rish chosen Elder in the churh at Falmouth. * * * * * * * * * April 7, 1861     Mrs. Abigail C. Hitch joined the Presbyterian Church by certifiate from the M.E. church. Bro. H.P. Thompson Mod.  D. Rush & R.H. Hitch, Elders. * * * * * * * * * September 11, 1861   Page 52 Records approved. J.M. Worrall, Mod.   * * * * * * * * * Feb. 7, 1865   Page 53 Bro. Washburn was with our Church and preached earnestly several days, but was suddenly called away before the termination of the series of meetings proposed.  He baptized Stella McDowell Thompson aged two years and 7 months, daughter of Rev. H.P. Thompsonn and Anna Thompson. Two children of I.P. & Mariah L. Marvin were baptized by Rev. H.P. Thompson: Annie Laurie, age 6 years and Mary Frances, age 3 years. * * * * * * * * * November 10, 1865     Rev. H.P. Thompon, Mod. R.H. Hitch & Daniel Rush, Elders. Bro. Edward P. Marin was present & preached with much earnestness.  The following persons were received into the Falmouth churh, by profession of faith: Dr. J.H. Barbour Ms. Emiline Barbour, his wife I.P. Marvin & Mariah L., his wife Wm. McMurchy Wm. Saddler   R.H. Hitch, Clk   * * * * * * * * * Dr. Barbour & wife presented their children for baptism and were baptized by Rev. H.P. Thompson:  Mary Boyd, aged 12; Kennett Washburn, age 9; James Hervey, aged 7; George Thomas aged 5; and Susan aged 1 1/2 years. Also at the ame time by Bro. Edward Marvin, Harry Edward, infant son of Rev. H.P. Thompson, aged six months.  (Baptized by Bro. Edw. Marvin * * * * * * * * * December 1865   Page 55 Bros. J.H. Barbour & I.P. Marvin elected Elders; and Wm. McMurchy & W.W. Woodworth chosen Deacons.  Ordination deferred to 1st Sabbath in Jan. 1866. * * * * * * * * * January 7, 1866     Ruling Elders of Falmouth Presbyterian Church, J.H. Barbour & I.P. Marvin R.H. Hitch & Daniel Rush Deacons: Wm. McMurchy & W.W. Woodworth.   I.P. Marvin, Clerk   * * * * * * * * * August 3, 1866   Page 56 Rev. H.P. Thompson, Minister Dr. Barbour called away during services. Edward W. Knight & Theodoia his wife received into the church. Mrs. Anna Thompson received into the church. Mrs. Knight received ordinance of baptism.  Mr. Knight & Mrs. Thompson were baptized in infancy.   I.P. Marvin, Clerk   * * * * * * * * * August 4, 1866     Rev. H.P. Thompson, Mod. R.H. Hitch, Daniel Rush & I.P. Marvin, Elders. Mrs. Margart Crozer & Miss Kate Crozer presented letters and were received. The children of Mr. E.W. Knight & wife were presented for baptism: Theodoia, age 8; Edward Wones, age 5; Samuel Thomas, age 2; Anna Wones, age 7 months. Mrs. Aurelia Goulding was dismissed at her request to join the Presbyterian hurch near her home in Ohio to which she has now removed. * * * * * * * * * September 2, 1866   Page 57 Rev. H.P. Thompson, Minister. R.H. Hitch & I.P. Marvin, Elders. Miss Agnes McCarty admitted on profession of faith.   I.P. Marvin, Clk   Elder R.H. Hitch, chosen Rep to Ebenezer Presbytery Sept. 4th 1866. * * * * * * * * * October 1866   Page 58 Rev. H.P. THompson, with Rev. Urmston. Elders R.H. Hitch, Danl. Rush & I.P. Marvin Churh held a series of meetings at Catawba and the following persons added to the Falmouth Church: John E. McKee Anna Belle McKee James Tippett Edgar Moore Alphonso Hitch John Herrington Luther Hitch Mrs. Rebecca Hitch William Hitch Calley Moore Sarah Hitch John W. Kidwell Miss Ellen Tippett   I.P. Marvin, Clk   * * * * * * * * * November 1866   Page 60 Rev. H.P. Thompson, Preacher in charge, assisted by Rev. Urmston, held a series of Meetings at Falmouth during the first and second Sabbaths of this month, with the following additions: Miss Belle Edwards Miss Bettie Crozer Miss Mary Thomas Lizzie Swoope John P. Marvin Mary Jane Sharp Others who joined had been baptized in infancy. * * * * * * * * * February 4, 1867   Page 61 Bro. Edward W. Knight & wife granted letters of dismission, to join at Covington.   I.P. Marvin, Clk   * * * * * * * * * March 1867     Elder Daniel Rush chosen to represent Spring meeting of Ebenezer Presbytery at Augusta. * * * * * * * * * May 6, 1867   Page 64 Charles B. Woodson, received baptism and admitted to membership. * * * * * * * * * September 1, 1867   Page 65 Miss Agnes McCarty - now Agnes Wenzel, asked for letter of dismission to join 1st Presbyterian Church at Covington - granted. Elder I.P. Marvin chosen to represent the church in Ebenezer Presbytery meeting at Falmouth Sept. 10, 1867. * * * * * * * * * September 11, 1867   Page 66 Records approved.  James P. Hendrick, Moderator. * * * * * * * * * Mrs. Agnes McCarty Wenzel died in Coington KY on the last Sunday of December 1867. * * * * * * * * * October 1867     Miss Margaret Crozer admitted to membership on profession of faith and and was baptized. * * * * * * * * * February 29, 1868   Page 67 Church met by request at house of Judge C.H. Lee for purpose of prayer and conference with Mrs. Julia C. Lee.  Baptism deferred. * * * * * * * * * April 5, 1867     At our regular meeting Mrs. Julia C. Lee was baptized. Mrs. Ada D. Robbins presented certificate from the Presbyterian Church in Auguta, Ky and united with the church at Falmouth. A meeting of the session was held at the House of Mr. Daniel Grandbeck in Falmouth.  He was examined and admitted to membership.  He had been a member of the Presbyterian Church at Cynthiana, but said church, being now without a supply, he was unable to obtain a certificate. * * * * * * * * * March 7, 1868   Page 70 Upon profession of faith & ct. Newton Fields, Mrs. _____ Houson & Mattie Hitch admitted to membership.  N. Fields & Mrs.  Houston baptized. * * * * * * * * * February 12, 1868   Page 71 Meeting held at house of James Blanes. James Blanes and Mrs. Mary Blanes admitted into full membership. They, having bee formerly members of the Presbyerian Church in Scotland. Their infant children, James Blanes and Annie Blanes were baptized. * * * * * * * Daniel Grandbeck departed this life on Friday before the 1st Sabbath in November, 1868. * * * * * * * * * Saturday, preceding the 1st Sabbath in January 1869   Page 72 Wm. C. Crozer baptized and admitted to membership. * * * * * * * * * April 4, 1869   Page 74 William Marvin, aged 3 years and 3 months, son of I.P. & M.L. Marvin was dedicated &ct and baptized. * * * * * * * * * May 3, 1969     Miss Mary Emily Thompson, daughter of Rev. H.P. Thompson presented herself for admission.  Meeting held at Catawba, and not being a quorum she was received as far as could be done. * * * * * * * * * July 3, 1869     By a regular vote Miss M.E. Thompson was received into membership. * * * * * * * * * August 19, 1869   Page 75 Received into the church Mr. Hiram Howard & Mrs. Lydia Howard, his wife; also Mrs. Elizabeth Petrie. * * * * * * * * * November 18, 1869     Henry C. Clark and Hester Hudnall admitted into membership.   H.C. Clark was baptized.  Hester Hudnall having been baptized in infancy. * * * * * * * * * December 18, 1869   Page 76 Rev. J.M. Worrall Modr. The following persons presented themselves during a series of meetings held by said Moderator, and were duly admitted by certificate: Henry W. Knight, Edward Knight and Theodocia M. Knight from the 1st Presbyterian Church at Covington. Kate K. Riggs of Hopewell Church, West Lexington By profession:  Hervey W. Williams, C.H. Lee and Martha A. Edwards.  The latter was baptized; the other two were baptized in infancy. Henry C. Clark was granted a letter of dismission to the Presbyterian Church at Burnswick, Ga., and clerk directed to forward the letter. * * * * * * * * * Lunora Robbins, aged 2 years, daughter of J.W. & Ada D. Robbins was baptized on Oct. 20, 1869 by Rev. G.W. Coons, at A. Robbins', Falmouth, KY. * * * * * * * * * September 10, 1870   Page 79 G.W. Coons, Moderator. J.H. Barbour & I.P. Marvin, Elders. Mrs. Catherine Virginia Williams, wife of H.W. Williams admitted to membership and baptized. Miss Isabella Brandbeck & Miss Ellanora Grandbeck admitted by certificat from the Presbyterian Church at Cynthiana. * * * * * * * * * Sunday, Sept. 11, 1870     At the house of H.W. & Catherine V. Williams, their chilldren received baptism, namely: Carrie Willaims, age ___; Addie Blanche Williams, age ____; John Amsey, age ____' Horace Eugene, age ____. * * * * * * * * * During the latter part of the year 1869-1870 & 1871 the church enjoyed the services (as stated supply) of Rev. H.H. Wells, rev. J.M. Oldfather, Rev. Charles Little, all students of Lane Theological Seminary. Rev. H.P. Thompson ministered to the church members at Catawba. * * * * * * * * * July 16, 1871   Page 80 At the house of Judge C.H. Lee, the Rev. H.H. Wells baptized George Dudley (Lee), Fannie Sarah (Lee), children of Chas. H. & Julia C. Lee. Also, at the same time and place, Cora & Nora Woodworth, aged 12 years, children of W.W. Woodworth & M.L. Woodworth; and Horatio Wells (Marvin), aged 8 months, infant son of I.P. Marvin. John P Marvin was granted a certificate of dismissal to the church of Moscow, Ohio, perhaps in the month of May 1871. * * * * * * * * * November 1871   Page 81 At the residence of Elder J.H. Barbour, J.M. Worrell baptized Stella Knight, age 18 months, infant child of E.W. & T.M. Knight; also Louisa, daughter of J.H. & Emiline Barbour; and Wayland Sutton, infant son of N.J. & Una Barbour. * * * * * * * * * 3rd Sabbath, January 1872   Page 81 Rev. G.W. Coons, Mod. J.H. Barbour & I.P. Marvin, Elders. Mrs. Ella Ken Wilson admitted on profession of faith &ct.  She was baptized in infancy. * * * * * * * * * Marcch 1872   Page 82 Rev. G.W. Coons, minister in charge. Mrs. Ellen Campbell, wife of A. Capbell, received on profession of faith and was baptized. * * * * * * * * * March 8 1872   Page 83 On the 16th day of May 1871, Miss Belle Edwards intermarried with William H. Roberts, and died on the 6th day of March 1872. * * * * * * * * * March 19 1872     Certificate of dismission granted to Mrs. Isabella Grandbeck to the church at Moscow Ohio. * * * * * * * * * July 20 1872     J.H. Barbour, C.H. Lee & I.P. Marvin, chosen Trustees of the church. * * * * * * * * * June 1872   Page 84 Miss Theodocia M. Knight, daughter of E.W. & T.M. Knight admitted to membership - was baptized in infancy. * * * * * * * * * August 19 1872     Mr. Bannister Cornelius and Mary Ann, his wife, admitted and baptized by Rev. Coons. * * * * * * * * * Records examined and approved September 18 1872 in Presbytery at Hopewell Church. * * * * * * * * * September 28 1872   Page 86 Following received professio of faith &ct: Mrs. E. Alice Hendy; Pendleton F. Keith; A. Kennett Barbour; D. Crozer Thompson; Mrs. Sarah Howard Keith; Miss Mary T. Crozer.  The last mentioned received baptism; the others baptized in infancy. The following members received on certificate fro Pleasant Ridge Church: James Holmes; Miss Mary Holmes; Miss Sallie Holmes; Wm. Saddler; Mrs. America Saddler; Mrs. Tirzah B. McLaughlin; Sue McLaughlin; Annie McLaughlin; Revecca H. Collier. Henry C. Clark returned his certificate granted Dec. 21 1869, not having presented it to any other church. Minnie Maud, infant daughter of Rev. H.P. & Mrs. M.E. Thompson was dedicated in baptism. Also, Max Wilson, infant son of J.H. & Emeline Barbour received baptism.   Geo. W. Coons, Modr. of Session. * * * * * * * * * November 21, 1872   Page 87 Miss Margaret Jane Moss received on profession of faith &c. * * * * * * * * * December 28 1873   Page 90 Miss Martha A. Edwards died in Covington Ky; was buried at Falmouth on December 30th 1873. * * * * * * * * * January 11 1874     During the exercises of dedication of church and preaching, Miss Mary Melissa Keith admitted on profession of faith; was baptized in infancy. John D. Keith restored to fellowship, having been absent from the church several years.   I.P. Marvin, Clk.   * * * * * * * * April 1 1874   Page 91 Baptized Victor Crozer Moore, son of Edgar & Bettie Crozer Moore at Catawba, aged 2 years. Also at date of April 21, 1874 baptizede Hugh Harrington Crozer, son of Wm. C. Crozer and Sue Harrington Crozer, aged 4 months. Both baptiss by Rev. H.P. Thompson. * * * * * * * * * April 13 1874   Page 92 Met at Catawba.  Rev. H.P. Thompson, Mod.  Daniel Rush & R.H. Hitch, Elders. David Crozer, Jr., son of David & Margaret Crozer & John Moss were admitted.  John Moss was baptized in infancy.   I.P. Marvin, Clk.   * * * * * * * * * May 1874   Page 94 Mrs. Libby Redman, wife of David E. Redman was admitted on profession of faith.  She had been baptized & once a member of the Evangelical Methodist Church in the State of Pennsylvania. * * * * * * * * * June 1874     Miss Mary Melissa Keith married _______ Manning and removing to the State of Texas, she was granted a letter of dismission. * * * * * * * * * October 10 1874   Page 95 Rev. C.F. Beach, Moderator.  Rev. H.P. Thompson. Miss Mary Agnes Wilson & Annie L. Marvin admitted on profssion & ct. Miss Wilson was baptized.  Miss Marin baptized in infancy. * * * * * * * * * January 1875   Page 97 Rev. J.P. Hendricks, Missionary, held a series of Meetings, assisted by Rev. C.F. Beach & Rev. H.P. Thompson.  The following persons admitted: Miss Mollie Mullins, Son (?) McCune, Mrs. Clara Lightfoot Robbins, Cora Woodworth, Nora Woodworth Benjamin Theodore Riggs. They were all baptized except Cora & Nora Woodworth, who were baptized in infancy. * * * * * * * * * February 1875 on 2nd Sabbath   Page 98 W.H. Bunker admitted on profession of faith &ct - been baptized. * * * * * * * * * March 1875   Page 99 Edward Hitch admitted &c was baptized in infancy. * * * * * * * * * Baptized in Covington _________ 1875, infant son of B.T. & Kate Riggs. * * * * * * * * * 3rd Sabbath in June 1875   Page 101 At Concord Church (M.E.) baptized Mary Jane Moss age 9 years; David Crozer Moss, age 7 years; Zulene Clifton Moss, age 4 years. Also on 4th Sabbath of June at the same place, Hugh Hitch, 1 1/2 years, son of R.H. Hitch & Abbey Hitch. * * * * * * * * * September 1875   Page 102 At Falmouth, baptized infant children of Mrs. Hester Hunall Grant, James Irving, age 3 and Roberta, age 6 months. * * * * * * * * * March 30 1876   Page 103 A letter of dismissal granted to Mrs. Mollie Mullins Baldwin to the 1st Presbyterian Church in Covington. * * * * * * * * *     Page 103 At the house of Mr. Arthur McCann near Catawba preaching by Rev. H.P. Thompson.  Received into fellowship of the Falmouth Church - Mr. Arthur McCann & Mrs. Margaret McCann, his wife; Mary J. Foster, Mrs. Sarah A. York, Mrs. Lucy C. McCann & Thomas McCann.  The last four named persos received baptism. * * * * * * * * * October 1875   Page 104 Letter of dismission granted Miss E.H. Grandbeck to unite with the Congretgaional Church at Nashua, Chickasaw County, Iowa. * * * * * * * * * October 3, 1875   Page 105 Sermon by Rev. H.P. Thompson at house of Arthur McCann.  Received into the church at Falmouth Miss Rebecca jane Bussel and William Luntz. Both received baptism. * * * * * * * * * November 1 1875     Rev. H.P. Thompson preached at house of Arthur McCann. Benjamin York & Geo. McCann received on profession of faith. * * * * * * * * * June 1876   Page 107 Preaching by Rev. T.H. Cleland by request of the Presbytery. Sarah J. Coleman, Mrs. Margaret W. Crozer, Miss Mary T. Crozer and Miss Maggie Crozer presented letters of dismission, thefirst from Louisville & the others from Covington, and were duly admitted &c. * * * * * * * * * November 13 1876     Mrs. Hester Grant having removed to Decatur Alabama requested a letter of dismission and granted. * * * * * * * * * October 21, 1876, departed this life Mr. Samuel Holmes.   I.P. Marvin, Clk.   * * * * * * * * * November 21 1876   Page 108 Convened at Catawba, preaching by Rev. H.P. Thompson, Mod. R.H. Hitch & Daniel Rush, Elders. William York and Mrs. Mary York admitted to membership. At the same time W. York and wife presented their children: James Henry David, age 3 years Docia Lee, age 3, moths, and received baptism by Rev. H.P. Thompson. * * * * * * * * * William York died February 10, 1877 * * * * * * * * * March 4 1877   Page 109 Rev. H.W. Taylor, Mod. J.H. Barbour & I.P. Marvin, Elders. Miss Maggie Ellen Morgan admitted and baptized. * * * * * * * * * March 18, 1877     Mr. & Mrs. Wm. Bunker granted letters of dismission to the Presbyterian Church at Canton, Ky. * * * * * * * * * Mrs. Sarah J. Coleman died April 22, 1877. * * * * * * * * * April 29, 1877   Page 111 I.P. Marvin chosen representative to Ebenezer Presbytery at Ashland, Ky. on May 4th 1877. The address of Rev. H.W. Tayloir is 127 Columbia St., Newport, Ky. Jan 1878:  His address changed to Walnut Hills, (Cincinnati), Ky. * * * * * * * * * June 10, 1877     Rev. H.W. Taylor, minister in charge, baptized Anna Worrall, infant daughter of Mrs. Sallie Cummings, late Sallie McLaughlin - 7 months old.  Baptized at Canton Station, KY.   I.P. Marvin, Clerk   * * * * * * * * * August 23, 1877   Page 114 R.H. Hitch departed this life on the above date, having been 28 years a Ruling Elder of the Falmouth Presbyterian Church. * * * * * * * * * September 2, 1877     Met at reidnce of J.W. C. Frazer some 3 miles from Falmouth.  Mr. Frazer having been confined to his bed by protracted sickness from which there is scarcely a hope for his recovery.  Bro. G.W. Coons present, acted as Moderator. Present Rev. G.W. Coons, Elder Mr. J.W.C. Fazer & mary E. Frazer, his wife, having for some time contemplated making a public professio &c they were received into the church, and were both baptied at the same time.  Their children were also baptized: James E., Willie C., Minnie Belle; and Robert Alexander. * * * * * * * * * Monday Morning, September 3, 1877   Page 116 Session met at the house of J.H. Barbour. Rev. H.W. Taylor minister in charge.  I.P. Marvin chosen to represent at coming Presbytery on Sept. 11 at Mt. Sterling, and J.H. Barbour alternate. * * * * * * * * * Records approved.   Page 119   John W. Pugh, Moderator * * * * * * * * * "(Mem this should be placed on page 124)" October 21, 1878 Rev. H.W. Taylor preacher in charge. Miss Effie McCune was accepted; baptism deferred. * * * * * * * * * May, First Sabbath, 5th 1878.     Miss Effie McCune was baptized by Rev. H.W. Taylor. * * * * * * * * * September 30, 1877   Page 120 Present Rev. H.W. Taylor & Rev. H.P. Thompson & Daniel Rush. The following persons were received into the church on profession of faith &c. Miss Maganna Thompson, Miss Stella McDowell Thompson, Mr. James Lewis Thompson. * * * * * * * * * 3rd Sabbath of October 1877   Page 121 Rev. H.W. Taylor in charge. The following persons presented letter from Boyer's Church (Presbyterian) of Harrison County and were admitted to the Falmouth Presbyterian Church: Mr. R.H. Dudley, Mrs. Elizabeth E. Dudley and Miss Mollie E. Dudley * * * * * * * * * January 17, 1878     R.H. Dudley was elected Ruling Elder; on the Sabboth following the 20th of January 1878 he was duly installed, he having been formerly uling Elder with the Boyers Presbyterian Church. * * * * * * * * * April 7, 1878   Page 122 Rev. H.W. Taylor, Moderator Elders J.H. Barbour, R.H. Dudley and I.P. Marvin. J.H. Barbour, R.H. Dudley alternate, to the Presbytery at the Maysville Apr. 26, 1878 * * * * * * * * * April 20, 1878   Page 123 Miss Ellnora Grandback presented a letter from the Congregational Church at Nassau, Iowa and was admitted to fellowship of this church. * * * * * * * * * April 21, 1878   Page 123 Met at the house of David Crozer, Sr. in Falmouth. Rev. H.W. Taylor preacher in charge, and Rev. H.P. Thompson.  Elders J.H. Barbour, R.H. Dudley, Daniel Rush & I.P. Marvin. David Crozer, Sr., upon confession of faith &c was baptized and received * * * * * * * * * Address of H.W. Taylor, No. 404 Kemper Lane, Walnut Hills, Cincinnati, Ohio * * * * * * * * * June 23, 1878   Page 125 Met at Concord. Rev. H.W. Taylor & Daniel Rush. Mrs. Luy Kidwell, wife of Joh W. Kidwell was received on profession of faith &ct. * * * * * * * * * September 1, 1878     R.H. Dudley to represent the church at Ludlow on Tuesday, September 10, 1878. * * * * * * * * * September 14, 1878   Page 126 Miss Lily Menzies and Miss Anna Menzies admitted &c.  Were baptized in infancy. * * * * * * * * * October 6, 1878     Elder J.H. Barbour principal and R.H. Dudley alternate, apointed to the Synod at Danville on 18th inst. * * * * * * * * *   1829-1878 1879-1884 1885-1932

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