Uncovering the Truth: The Secret Life of Nelly Barton

🔍Nelly Barton's true maiden name is revealed to be Haynes, not Barton as previously believed.

✍️John Barton's application for a social security card provides key information about his personal details.

💔Jennifer discovers a divorce record between Nelly Barton and Duff Williams, shedding light on her past relationships.

🧳Finding Nelly's correct maiden name opens up new possibilities for conducting further research on ancestry.com.

📜Melissa Murray, a legal historian, helps Jennifer navigate divorce records at the Independence County Courthouse.

What was Nelly Barton's true maiden name?

—Nelly Barton's true maiden name was Haynes, not Barton as previously believed.

Why did John Barton's social security card application provide important information?

—John Barton's social security card application provided key personal details and his handwriting, giving valuable insights into his life.

What did Jennifer discover in the divorce record?

—Jennifer discovered a divorce record between Nelly Barton and Duff Williams, which revealed more about Nelly's past and relationships.

How does the revelation of Nelly's correct maiden name impact the research?

—The revelation of Nelly's correct maiden name opens up new possibilities for conducting thorough research on ancestry.com and finding additional records.

Who assisted Jennifer in navigating divorce records at the courthouse?

—Melissa Murray, a legal historian, helped Jennifer navigate divorce records at the Independence County Courthouse.

00:00Jennifer meets with a local genealogist at the library to search for records on Nelly Barton.

00:10No verifiable documents for Nelly Barton are found, prompting Jennifer to explore alternative avenues.

00:38Jennifer orders John Barton's application for a social security card, which reveals valuable information about him.

01:32Jennifer makes a startling discovery: Nelly's correct maiden name is Haynes, not Barton.

03:00Jennifer searches for marriage records using Nelly's maiden name and finds a divorce record between Nelly and Duff Williams.

04:48Melissa Murray, a legal historian, helps Jennifer understand the significance of the divorce record.

05:55Jennifer realizes the potential implications of her findings and the need for further research.

06:08Jennifer decides to visit the Independence County Courthouse to explore more divorce records.