(Hamilton never knew it was Jesse until someone called him to fact-check an article that was being written about it.) It is always preferable to locate primary records where possible. i Robert Franklin JAMES born 6-Feb-1878, married (1) May Sullivan, married (2) Mae Sanboth. They may have suspected Askew of cooperating with the Pinkertons in the January 1875 arson of the James house. The reality star and mechanic, best known as the host of Monster Garage, announced the news of his split from the professional drag racer Tuesday . The "Chases" gave their Indian wives a lot of money and told them they were going away for a long time. 10. viii Drury Woodson JAMES born 14-Nov-1826. Some believe he was a devil; some claim he was a good person who did only what circumstances forced him to do. Jesse Woodson James was born September 5th, 1847 in Kearney, Clay, Missouri, United States to Rev. After the death of James, his family moved to Kansas City and were taken in by Thomas T. Crittenden, Jr. He is a tattooed, thrill-seeking, motorcycle enthusiast who perfectly encapsulates a certain "outlaw" archetype. i Robert Woodson JAMES born 1-Jul-1838, died 26-Mar-1922. Where was Robert Sallee James born and raised? Jesse's mother and Samuel had four children together: Sarah Louisa, John Thomas, Fannie Quantrell, and Archie Peyton Samuel. William JAMES born 11-Sep-1811, married (1) 2-Dec-1843, Mary Ann Varble, married (2) 24-Apr-1865, Mary Ann Gibson Marsh. Frank followed Quantrill into Kentucky, while Jesse went to Texas under the command of Archie Clement, one of Anderson's lieutenants. A prosperous family, James' mother was Kentucky native Zerelda Cole and his father, Robert James, was a Baptist minister and slave-owning hemp farmer. My earliest known JAMES ancestor is John James. [64][65] Public opinion was divided between those against the Fords for murdering Jesse and those of the opinion that it had been time for the outlaw to be stopped. James had two full siblings: his elder brother, Alexander Franklin "Frank" James, and a younger sister, Susan Lavenia James. [60][61][62], After receiving a small portion of the reward, the Fords fled Missouri. Now, the Clay County government at the Jesse James Farm and Museum is still selling pebbles for 25 cents along with shirts, books and toys. The only known civil case involving Frank and Jesse James was filed in the Common Pleas Court of Daviess County in 1870. Because the gang received support by many former Confederate soldiers in Missouri, they eluded the Pinkertons. The cookie is set by the GDPR Cookie Consent plugin and is used to store whether or not user has consented to the use of cookies. His mother had him buried in the front yard of the James Farm with an imposing monument with a inscription condemning the assassin. The Chicago-based agency worked primarily against urban professional criminals, as well as providing industrial security, such as strike breaking. By clicking Accept All, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. 1 1. 2 How many descendants Does Jesse James have? They had twins born in 1878 but they died in their infancy only. The robbery netted little money. Confederate guerrillas murdered civilian Unionists, executed prisoners, and scalped the dead. He is also known to have been a spy for the rebel army. After the war, as members of various gangs of outlaws, Jesse and Frank robbed banks, stagecoaches, and trains across the Midwest, gaining national fame and often popular sympathy despite the brutality of their crimes. It remains unclear whether Jesse and Frank took part in the Clay County robbery. Did you like this post? A deputy sheriff named Edwin Daniels also died in the skirmish. Franklin D. Roosevelt. Alexander Franklin "Frank" James is born at the family form near Centerville (Kearney), Missouri. 1 Page 11, --------------------------------------------------------------------------------, Is THis Nebraskan a Secret Son of Jease James? Jesse is almost five years younger than his brother . Please enable JavaScript in your browser's settings to use this part of Geni. When Frank returned to Missouri with a group of the raiders, Jesse joined the group. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience. Now more has been added. These sources are attached to each ancestor so that you can personally judge their reliability. Note: Jesse's mother was Zerelda COLE. Joe Jesse CHASE says he was born to Jesse "Chase" JAMES & Maggie in 1870. How many descendants Does Jesse James have? [12][13] Frank followed Quantrill to Sherman, Texas, over the winter of 18631864. James, Susan Lavenia Parmer (born James), Sarah Louisa Nicholson (born Samuel), John Thomas Samuel, Fanny Quantrill Hall (born Samuel), A Sep 5 1847 - Clay, Missouri, United States, Apr 3 1882 - St Joseph, Andrew, Missouri, United States, Robert R James, Susan Lavenia James, Sarah Louisa Samuel, John Thomas Samuel, Fannie Quantrill Samuel, Archie Peyton Samuel, Alexander Franklin James, Robert R. James, Susan Lavina James, Gould James, Jesse James, Mary James, Montgomery James, American Outlaw, Confederate Guerrilla, And Train Robber, Mount Olivet Cemetery, Kearney, Clay County, Missouri, Mount Olivet Cemetery, Kearney, Missouri, United States, Cause of death: Firearm, Assassination - Apr 3 1882 - Saint Joseph, Frank James, Susan Lavenia James, Robert R. James, Archie Samuel, Sarah Ellen Samuel, John Thomas Samuel, Fanny Quantrill Samuel, Robert Sallee JAMES, Zerelda Elizabeth COLE, Montgomery JAMES, Jesse Edwards JAMES, Gould JAMES, Mary Susan JAMES, Robert R. JAMES, Alexander Franklin Frank JAMES, Susan Lavenia JAMES, Kearney, Clay County, Missouri, United States, Washington, Clay, Missouri, United States, Santee, Knox County, Nebraska, United States, Historical criminals, thieves and vagabonds, Quantrill's Raid (The Lawrence Massacre) August 21, 1863, Joseph "Joe" F. Vaughn (claimed to be Frank James). Shortly afterward, the state militia shot Clement dead. The governor had offered rewards higher than the new limit only on Frank and Jesse James. 5 OctothorpeJim 7 yr. ago American outlaw, the older brother of outlaw Jesse James Born on January 10, 1843 in Kearney, Missouri, USA , United States Died on February 18, 1915 in Kearney, Missouri, USA Born on January 10 43 Deceased on February 18 38 Bandit, burglar, crook, privateer 69 Family tree Report an error James William 1754 - 1805 Hines Mary 1755 - 1805 Poor Robert ii Richard JAMES married 18-Dec-1813, Mary Poor. Sheriff James Timberlake and Marshal Henry H. Craig, who were law enforcement officials active in the plan, were awarded the majority of the bounty. ii Susan Prudence James born 25-Nov-1845, died 9-Feb-1919. John JAMES born 15-Feb-1815, married (1) 1-Sep-1836, Amanda Polly Williams, born 28-Jun-1817, died 15-Mar-1871, married (2) 1872, Emily Bradley. These cookies help provide information on metrics the number of visitors, bounce rate, traffic source, etc. [56][57][58] As followers of William Quantrill and "Bloody Bill" Anderson, they were accused of committing atrocities against Union soldiers and civilian abolitionists, including the Centralia Massacre in 1864. [4], Frank James eluded capture and was believed to have joined the guerrilla organization led by William C. Quantrill known as Quantrill's Raiders. Before he died, Lull fatally shot John Younger. The gang held up passengers only twice, choosing in all other incidents to take only the contents of the express safe in the baggage car. James was killed as he cleaned a picture. Jesse James is a bad boy, both literally and figuratively. A short lifespan might also indicate health problems that were once prevalent in your family. The Indians believed the mysterious CHASES had financed the post for their convenience. Lost Treasure of Jesse James (2020) Action, Adventure, Comedy, Family, Mystery. Jesse died 3-Apr-1882, St Joseph,Missouri. CHASE speaks little English. She died in 1889. There is no evidence that he shared the loot of his robberies with anyone other than his gang members; they alone enjoyed the riches with him. They stopped the train by removing a portion of the track. This story told by Joe Jesse CAHSE halfbreed Sioux Indian who lives near Niobrara NE. You may also light a candle in honor of Jesse James Garcia or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service. By Jim Winnerman Special to the Post-Dispatch. James Cole (1804-1827) 7. As with any good genealogical research, if you discover a link to your own family tree, consider it a starting point for further research. Clay County was in a region of Missouri later dubbed "Little Dixie," as it was a center of migration from the Upper South. Jesse Woodson James, born September 5, 1847 and died April 3, 1882, was an infamous American outlaw. He fell ill and returned home soon afterward. 15, No. 1. "The Frank and Jesse James Family Outline" Descendants of William James of England 1 William James b.1754-d.1805 + Mary Hines . 2 Mary James + Edward Lee . 2 Richard James + Mary G. Poor . 2 John M. James b.1775-d.1827 + Polly Poor b.1790-d.1827 . 3 Mary James b.1809-d.1877 + John Mimms Clay County purchased the rundown property and after two restorations, 75 percent of the original material remains. [31] This was the beginning of an alliance between James and John Newman Edwards, editor and founder of the Kansas City Times. Local violence continued to increase in the state; Governor Thomas Clement Fletcher had recently ordered a company of militia into Johnson County to suppress guerrilla activity. Robert R. JamesArchie SamuelJohn Thomas Samuel John died 1827. His cousin Zerelda Mimms nursed him back to health. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. After he married, he migrated to Bradford, Missouri and helped found William Jewell College in Liberty, Missouri. Though ordered to move South beyond Union lines, they moved north across the nearby state border into Nebraska Territory. On June 8, 1892, Edward O'Kelley went to Creede, loaded a double-barrel shotgun, entered Ford's saloon and said "Hello, Bob" before shooting Ford in the throat, killing him instantly. The former U.S. president was married to his fifth cousin once removed, Anna Eleanor Roosevelt. Connect to the World Family Tree to find out, Sep 5 1847 - Kearney, Clay, Missouri, United States, Apr 3 1882 - St Joseph, Buchanan, Missouri, United States, Robert Sallee James, Zerelda Elizabeth Cole, Sallie James, Zerelda Amanda Amanda Mimms, Susan Lavenia James, Mary Susan James, Gould James, Montgomery James, Jesse Edward James, Jesse Edwards James, Mary Susan Barr, Apr 3 1882 - St Joseph, Buchanan, Missouri, USA, ank" James, Robert R James, Susan Lavenia James, Sarah Louisa Samuel, John Thomas Samuel, Fannie Quantrill Samuel, Archie Peyton Samuel, Jesse Edward James, Montgomery James, Gould James, Mary Susan Barr (geb. Cheers,Henry Apologies for the poor cut/paste job. Frank and Jesse failed to appear in court, and Smoote won his case against them. Pictures accompanying the artical: Joe Jesse Chase Frank Jes James, Howard Redwing of Niobrara who believes he is grandson of one of the James bros. With his father, Abraham Redwing, and cousin John Mackey, he displays a treaty made by the U.S with their ancestor Wakute ("I Shoot"). [5] After Robert's death, his widow Zerelda remarried twice, first to Benjamin Simms in 1852 and then in 1855 to Dr. Reuben Samuel, who moved into the James family home. Meanwhile, the James brothers joined with Cole Younger and his brothers John, Jim, and Bob, as well as Clell Miller and other former Confederates, to form what came to be known as the JamesYounger Gang. [72] During his lifetime, James was celebrated chiefly by former Confederates, to whom he appealed directly in his letters to the press. Already a celebrity when he was alive, he became a legendary figure of the Wild West after his death. She then married Dr. Reuben Samuels in 1855. Paul said he had met Frank James who asked him what sort of Indian he was, and he replied Santee Sioux. In Oct. 1892 Frank surrendered his gun to the gov. The James brothers were both born in Missouri, the sons of Robert and Zerelda (Cole) James. "[53] James's widow Zerelda Mimms James died alone and in poverty. 1875) and Mary Susan James (later Barr, b. Festivities include telling Jesse James's history in stories and by reenactments of stagecoach holdups. A backwoods team of Missouri kids race to solve a 100 year old mystery and save their friends in this family friendly action adventure. James's turn to crime after the end of the Reconstruction era helped cement his place in American life and memory as a simple but remarkably effective bandit. After the death of her son, a defiant mother sat on the front porch giving tours of the house and selling stones from the grave and supposed pistols owned by her famous son. Jesse Woodson James, born September 05, 1847 in Kearney, Clay CO, MO; died April 03, 1882 in St Joseph, Clay CO, MO. Jesse Woodson James was born on September 5, 1847, in Clay County, Missouri, near the site of present-day Kearney. John Norwood of Virginia to Tyringham Norwood of England. Jesse wanted to join him, but it wasn't until 1863 that he joined Quantrill's raiders. In 1879, the James gang robbed two stores in far western Mississippi, at Washington in Adams County and Fayette in Jefferson County. The incident defined young Jessie's determination to join the Confederate army. She was the daughter of John W Mimms and Mary James. These historic biographies will add to students' knowledge of the state and the remarkable people who contributed to its history. James moved his family to St. Joseph, Missouri, in November 1881, not far from where he had been born and reared. Instead of confronting them, James walked across the living room and laid his revolvers on a sofa. He began to work with former Unionists who lived near the James family farm. Jesse is believed to have shot and killed the cashier, Captain John Sheets, mistakenly believing him to be Samuel P. Cox, the militia officer who had killed "Bloody Bill" Anderson during the Civil War. The cookie is set by GDPR cookie consent to record the user consent for the cookies in the category "Functional". Mary Hines (c1755-p1810) 10. While they later tried to justify robbing the banks, most of their targets were small, local banks based on local capital, and the robberies only penalized the locals they claimed to support. [4][6] Zerelda and Samuel acquired a total of seven slaves, who served mainly as farmhands in tobacco cultivation.[6][7]. His ancestor John James came to America from Pembrokeshire, Wales in the mid-17th century. He was the son of 2. Philippa de LUXEMBOURG , Jean de HAINAUT, Jeanne De Sabran , Nicola Orsini, Mahaut de CHATILLON-SAINT POL , Guy Ier de LUXEMBOURG. He was killed by Robert FORD, Robert and his bro. [11], These men were the likely culprits in the first daylight armed bank robbery in the United States during peacetime,[20] the robbery of the Clay County Savings Association in the town of Liberty, Missouri, on February13, 1866. She was glad to be rid of the guntoting James and she feared if the gov't learned the children were sons of white men they would be taken away to a gov't school. Jesse and Frank James (the James brothers) were two of the most famous outlaws known to the American west. Frank and Jesse James were both legends in their own time, though. Susan was the daughter of Zerelda E Cole (James-Simms-Samuel) and REV Robert Sallie James, but she was even better known as the sister of Frank and Jesse James. [14], The death of Jesse James became a national sensation. The map below shows the places where the ancestors of the famous person lived. When the Jaenecque family came home they found Jaenecque with a bullet thru his head and a gun laying beside him, NEBRASKA ANCESTREE SUMMER 1992 Vol. He was buried in Granbury Cemetery, where the headstone bears the name of "Jesse Woodson James". July 19, 1845: Robert James Jr. was born on the James family farm. Jesse James may be one of the most notorious outlaws in American history. Nearly everyone from Devil's Nest had gone to the town of Niobrara to celebrate. After he married, he migrated to Bradford, Missouri and helped found William Jewell College in Liberty, Missouri. He was the son of a preacher. Sheets."[31]. Tattoos, knives, goatee, black t-shirts and skulls all around him and his world help create that image. Industries Crime and Terrorism. [37], In 1874, the Adams Express Company turned to the Pinkerton National Detective Agency to stop the JamesYounger Gang. The Ford brothers surrendered to the authorities and were dismayed to be charged with first-degree murder. Jesse James boyhood home today remains relatively secluded in the countryside near the small town of Kearney. [4] Clay County in particular was strongly influenced by the Southern culture of its rural pioneer families. William died 14-Nov-1895. Jesse killed the engineer during that robbery and the gang got $2,000 from the safe and the valuables of the passengers. When the war ended, Jesse returned home and joined other former Confederate guerillas . Harry Newman died shortly after publishing this account and the details regarding this 1961 research apparently has not been published. After this, Jesse and Frank laid low for a few years, but the lure of easy money was too strong to resist. Zerelda Amanda Mimms born 21-Jul-1845, married 24-Apr-1874, in Kearney,Missouri, Jesse Woodson JAMES, born 5-Sep-1847, Liberty,Clay Co.,Missouri, died 3-Apr-1882, St Joseph,Missouri,Zerelda died 13-Nov-1900, Kansas City,Missouri. From the third marriage, he gained two stepbrothers and two stepsisters. After the leader of their group was severely wounded, the brothers joined up with Bloody Bill Anderson's group. Following the Jesse James trail through Missouri. The cookies is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Necessary". Older Indians in Devil's Nest support Chase's story as does Paul JAMES (no relation) who spent 3 years at the Haskell Institute in Lawrence, Kans. With their money belts full of gold and gold dust, they cam in driving a herd of cattle and told the Indians their name was CHASE, liked the area and thought they would settle there. The Winston, MO train depot was the location of a James gang train robbery . They shot two bandits dead and wounded the rest in the barrage. 1h 37mlength. [18][19], Jesse recovered from his chest wound at his uncle's boardinghouse in Harlem, Missouri (north across the Missouri River from the City of Kansas's River Quay [changed to Kansas City in 1889]). The body buried in Kearney, Missouri, marked "Jesse James" was exhumed in 1995 and subjected to mitochondrial DNA typing. An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Jesse James ancestors lived in harsh conditions. The SSDI is a searchable database of more than 70 million names. Together with his brother, Jesse was a legendary gunslinger in the Old West. The house in St Joseph where Jesse met his death is preserved and is the epitome of morbidity. With no means of livelihood, the James-Younger gang came into being. 5 Who are the children of Rev Robert Sallee James? Inside, the outlaws turned to flee. Published biogs. The James-Younger gang committed their first robbery in February of 1866 at Liberty, Missouri. 19. iii Jesse Woodson JAMES born 5-Sep-1847. This is a reference to a short time James supposedly spent near this area. Robert Sallee James and 3. The James home is perhaps one of the most authentic birthplace sites in America today. Jesse had by then become America's most wanted criminal. Jesse Woodson James was born in Clay County, Missouri, on 5 September 1847. 7. He died in 1882 at the age of 34, shot in the head by someone from his own outlaw . 22. But the new gang was not made up of battle-hardened guerrillas; they soon turned against each other or were captured. The Clay County provost marshal reported that both Frank and Jesse James took part in the Centralia Massacre in September, in which guerrillas stopped a train carrying unarmed Union soldiers returning home from duty and killed or wounded some 22 of them; the guerrillas scalped and dismembered some of the dead. [10], The JamesSamuel family sided with the Confederates at the outbreak of war.