I recently took the Family Finder DNA test through Family Tree DNA. This test allows you to discover connections to descendants of all 16 of your great-great grandparents. Imagine my surprise when my closest match was to a 3rd great-granddaughter of Jane Palmer, born 9 January 1801 in Laurens County, South Carolina. The only possible way we could be related is if Jane was the daughter of my 3rd great-grandfather, William Palmer (1774-1840). Family lore has it that William was married twice, but it is said that he had two sons by his first wife, Joshua and Jerome. The 1800 census of Laurens County shows his family with 1 male 16-26 (William), 1 female 16-26 (his wife?), and 1 female under 10 (his daughter?). Depending on when the 1800 census was taken in Laurens County, the child might be Jane. William's mother's name was Jane.
AuthorI've been working on my Palmer ancestry for over 30 years now. It has been a wonderful adventure. Just when I think there's nothing more to discover, new information pops up! Archives |