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JACKSON COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY, INC.
1997 Officers
President William L. Crawford
Vice Presidents ." Barbara W. Dooley
RickL. Frizzell
Secretary Marilyn G. Morton
Treasurer David C. Frizzell
Chair, Publications R. Larry Crawford
Journeys Through Jackson is the official publication of the Jackson County Genealogical Society Members and non-members are invited tc submit
genealogical materials for publication, with the understanding that the editor reserves the right to edit these materials for genealogical content, clarity or taste
The Society assumes no responsibility for errors of fact that may be contained in submissions, and except where noted the opinions expressed are not those
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From the Editor
Many of the members of the Jackson County Genealogical Society have been saddened profoundly by the news
of the death of Lawrence Wood. While he was not a member of our Society, he was probably one of the best-known
genealogists in western North Carolina. He was a person who never had to lament about how much easier
this would all have been had he started earlier when knowledgeable family members were still living and able to
tell their stories. He listened, even as a child, and learned from his family, a family group who believed in
holding onto the treasures of the past and learning from them. As we all do, Lawrence had his quirks,
eccentricities, and faults. But nobody can fault the lifelong efforts he made to research genealogies of his own
and other families, and to record his findings to the best of his knowledge. Many have also been enriched by his
generosity and willingness to share his data, materials, and stories. All of us who pursue this hobby (or in some
cases, profession) should be so generous.
Lawrence Edward Wood 193 7-1997
In this last issue for 1997, we continue with the voluminous records of Betty Cope Andrews as she chronicles the
Monteith family, and we offer some results of the serious work of one of our newer members, Sharon Barger
Carnes. Her painstaking hard work with old newspapers has already been of genealogical value to the editor.
Finally, check out the membership list and their families of interest, so that 1998 can be the time that you learn
even more about your roots and connections as you communicate with them. Please respond to the separate letter
and questionnaire, and promise to be temperate with the eggnog this season. For that matter, be temperate in
everything except this consuming interest in genealogy. The happiest, most peaceful holiday to you is our wish,
filled with appreciation for your God, your family, and your friends.
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Table of Contents
Queries and Information ., 147
JTJ Mystery Photo 148
The Monteith Family of Betty Cope Andrews 149-158
Recognition of Cemetery Book Volunteers : *158
Tuckaseigee Democrat Death Notices, Reel 1, by Sharon Carnes 159-162
Surname Index for Volume VII 163-168
JCGS Membership List for 1997 169-174
Families of Interest for JCGS Members 175-178
Queries
Shirley Mace, Smoky Mountain High School, Sylva, N C 28779 seeks any information
about maternal great-grandfather Thad Winstead. .His daughter Minnie, who married
John Miller, died in the 1950's, was Shirley's grandmother.
, Barbara Bishop, 1723 Bishop Road, Chehalis WA 98532 is looking for a copy of the
W W.Clark Medford book, The Middle History of Havwood County. Waynesville, 1961.
Where might she obtain a copy?
Information
Make sure to read and respond to the special letter enclosed in this issue. It contains information and a
request of you, both of which are vital to the continued success of the Jackson County Genealogical
Society.
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WILLIAM (20) B. MONTEITH
1816 - 1894
Son of
Thomas (19) S. Monteith and Sarah Gribble
WILLIAM (20) B. MONTEITH,, Thomas (1?)., Samuel (18), Henry
(17)", John (16), James (15), James X14), James (13), James (12),
William (11), Alexander (10), James (9), William (8), William
(7), William (6), William (5), William (4), John (3), Walter (2),
John (1). WILLIAM B. "BILLY" MONTEITH was born September 15,
1816 in Burke County, North Carolina; died May 30, 1894 in
Jackson County, North Carolina. Wm. B. married Mary Parris on
September 26, 1837 in Haywood County, Nort^ Carolina. Mary was
born November 29, 1819 in North Carolina, .the, daughter of David
and Mary (Marr) Parris. Mary died March . 16, 1895 in Sylva,
Jackson County j North Carolina. W. B. Monteith and Mary are
buried in the Keener Cemetery in Sylva, Jackson County, North
Carolina beside Mary's parents. Their tombstone information was
listed on Cemetery Inscription, North Carolina Archive microfilm
as Sylva Cemetery. The Tuckaseigee Democrat, Wednesday, May 30,
1894, Local News: "Mr. William Monteith, an old citizen of
Jackson, died this morning, at his home on Scott's Creek".
William and his brother Samuel bought two hundred and fifty acres
of land jointly in Haywood County on Scott's Creek in 1847 for
850. Seven
children.
JOHN (21) ALFRED MONTEITH b. February 7, 1841; d. January 5,
1921. John married Sarah Asenath Brendle March 22, 1864
in Jackson County.
TALITHA (21) ARMANDA MONTEITH b. August 11, 1843; d.
February 9, 1923. Talitha married John T. Thompson in the
1870's.
MARY (21) ELIZABETH MONTEITH b. November 21, 1846; d. April
10, 1925. Mary, married Benjamin Harris September 6, 1870.
WILLIAM (21) THOMAS MONTEITH b. February 1848; died after
1880. William married Mary Ann Queen September 14, 1871 in
Jackson County.
DAVID (21) HIX MONTEITH b. June 27, 1853; d. August 20,
1909. David married Aura Ensley September 13, 1877 in Jackson
County.
SAMUEL (21) WILEY MONTEITH b. April 13, 1855; d. June 4,
1950. Samuel married Fannie Carolina Ensley October 7, 1878 in
Jackson County.
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SARAH (21) HASELTINE "TINE" MONTEITH b. March 3, 1858; d.
October 18, 1901. Sarah married Charles Calhoum Reed
December 17, 1879 in Jackson County.
Haywood County Marriage Records Wm B. Monteath and Mary ^
Parris (d. of David) 26 Sept., 1837, J. S. Long, J. Keener.
The 1840 census Macon County, NC page 143: William Monteath
1 male age 20-30, 1 female age 20-30. Page 164: his father and
grandfather.
The 1850 census of Haywood County, NC page 194: William B.
Monteith 33, Mary 31, John A. 10, Talitha A. 7, Mary E. 4, Wm. T.
1.
The 1860 census Webster, Jackson County, NC page 324: W. B.
Monteith 43, M. 40, J. A. 19m, W. T. llm, T. A. 17f, M. E. 14f,
D. H. 8m, S. W. 5m, S. H. If.
The 1870 census Webster, Jackson County, NC page 295 #24:
Wm. B. Monteith 53, Mary 50, Talitha A. 25, Mary E. 22, William
T. 20, David H. 17, Samuel W. 15, Sarah H. 11. # 25 is his
nephew James. Page 296: John A. Monteith.
The 1880 census of Jackson County page 270 #151/160: W. B.
Monteith 63, Mary 60. #150: S. W., #149: David H., #148: Talitha
A. Thompson, #147: Wm. T. Page 274: John A. Monteith.
1900 census Dillsboro, Jackson County page 109: John A.
Monteith and son Samuel H. Monteith.
JOHN (21) ALBERT MONTEITH
1841 - 1921 ^j
Son of
William (20) B. Monteith and Mary Parris
JOHN (21) ALFRED MONTEITH, William (20), Thomas (19), Samuel
(18), Henry (17), John (16), James (15), James (14), James (13),
James (12), William (11), Alexander (10), James (9), William (8),
William (7), William (6), William (5), William (4), John (3),
Walter (2), John (l). JOHN ALFRED MONTEITH b. February 7, 1841,
Haywood County; d. January 15, 1921, Dillsboro, Jackson County.
John married Sarah Asenath Brendle March 22, 1864, in Jackson
County, A. Mingus, JP officiated. Sarah born December 26, 1842,
daughter of Rev. Elias David Brendle and Celinda Varner (Plott)
Brendle. Sarah was a midwife in this area of Jackson County.
Sarah died October 27, 1915 at Dillsboro, Jackson County. John
received a CSA pension. John and Sarah are buried in Parris
Cemetery, Dillsboro, Jackson County. Children seven.
MARY (22) HAZELTINE MONTEITH b. August 21, 1866. Mary
married J. Sherman Davis.
TALITHA (22) CAROLINA MONTEITH b. May 24, 1868; d. April 15,
1947. Ida married Samuel Jones October 10, 1888. Parris
Cemetery.
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CELINDA (22) JOSEPHINE MONTEITH b. October 29, 1870; d.
March 27, 1901. Celinda married Allen D. Cagle March 15, 1888.
WILLIAM (22) DAVID MONTEITH b. April 7, 1872; d. May 13,
1909. Parris Cemetery.
SAMUEL (22) HENRY PLOTT MONTEITH b. April 1, 1874; d.
November 7, 1959. Sam married Ida Catherine Fisher November 14,
1897. Keener Cemetery.
ELIAS (22) BRENDLE MONTEITH b. July 14, 1876; d. June 10
1954. Elias married Mary Magdalene Carson May 11, 1907. Parris
Cemetery.
DUFF (22) ARRENUS MONTEITH b. May 1, 1885; d. April 23,
1964. Duff married Cora Green February 15, 1909. Keener
Cemetery.
1850 census page 210 Elias Brindle 36, Celinda 35, Margaret
11, Mary 9, Sarah 9, Celinda 6, Lucinda 4, Henry 8
I860 census page 283: E. D. Brendle 45, T. 44, M. M. 19, S.
A. 17.
1870 census Webster, Jackson County page 296: John A.
Monteith 29, Sarah A. 27, Mary H. 3, Talitha C. 2.
1880 census Webster, Jackson page 274: John A. Monteith 39,
Sarah A. 37, Mary H. 13, Talitha 11, Sulinda J. 10, William D. 8,
Samuel P. 6, Elias B. 3.
1900 census Dillsboro, Jackson County page 109B: John A.
Monteith Feb. 1841 age 59, Sarah A. Dec. 1842 57 married 36 yrs.
had (7 children) William D. Apr. 1872 28, Elias B. July 1876 23,
Duff A. May 1885 15, Salinda Cagle Oct. 1870 29 wd., Cora L. G-dau.
Sept. 1890 9.. Samuel Monteith Apr. 1874 26, Ida Dec 1879
20, Hugh E. Sept. 1898 l*
1910 census Dillboro, Jackson County page 190B: John A.
Monteith 69, Sarah 67 married 46 yrs. (7 children-5 living), Duff
A. 24, Cora G. 20 d-in-law, Roger c. 5/12 grandson. #188 Elias
B. Monteith 32, Maggie M. 33, Edna C 2, Cora L. Cagle niece 19.
#191 Samuel H. Monteith 36, Ida C 30 ml2 (4 children 3 living),
Hugh E. 11, Julius L. 7, Frank H. 4.
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TALITHA (21) ARMANDA MONTEITH
1843 - 1923
Daughter of
William (20) B. Monteith and Mary Parris
TALITHA (21) ARMANDA MONTEITH, William (20), Thomas (19),
Samuel (18), Henry (17), John (16), James (15), James (14), James
(13), James (12), William (11), Alexander (10), James (9),
William (8), William (7), William (6), William (5), William (4),
John (3), Walter (2), John (1). TALITHA ARMANDA MONTEITH b.
August 11, 1843 in Haywood County; d. February 9, 1923, Sylva,
Jackson County. Talitha "Minda" married John T. Thompson in the
1870's. John was born February 7, 1841; died April 4, 1916.
They are buried at Old Field Cemetery, Beta, Jackson County.
Family members tell once John got his days mixed up, shelled corn
and headed to the mill, when he met someone who asked why he was
going to the mill on Sunday. Monday he got dressed for church,
since he had broken the Sabath. Children six.
MARY (22) H. THOMPSON b. July 21, 1873; d. October 5, 1921.
Mary married Murry Rickman.
SARAH (22) ELIZABETH THOMPSON b. December 23, 1875; June 21,
1930.
WILLIAM (22) DAVID THOMPSON b. May 21, 1877; d. July 15,
1972.
SAMUEL (22) COLEMAN THOMPSON b. October 1879. Cole married
Nancy T. Ensley.
BENJAMIN (22) F. THOMPSON b. July 7, 1882; May 26, 1963.
Ben married Emma E. "M" Frizzell.
FLORA (22) ELVIRA THOMPSON b. December 6, 1885; d. May 25,
1978.
1880 census Webster, Jackson County page 270 #157: J.
Thompson 38, Talitha A. 37, Mary H. 7, Sarah E. 4, William D. 3,
Samuel C. 8/12.
1900 census Sylva, Jackson County page 221 John Thompson
Feb. 1841 59, Talitha Aug. 1843 58.
1910 census Sylva, Jackson County page 279: John Thompson
68, Talitha A. 66 married 38 yrs. (6 children 6 living),
Elizabeth 35, William D. 33, Samuel C. 31, Benjamin F. 28, Flora
E. 24.
1910 census Sylva, Jackson County page 279 Murry Rickman 35,
Mary 38, m 16, 2 Children, Elenor 10, Sarah A. 7.
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MARY (21) ELIZABETH MONTEITH
1846 - 1925
Daughter of
William (20) B. Monteith and Mary Parris
MARY (21) ELIZABETH MONTEITH, William (20), Thomas (19),
Samuel (18), Henry (17), John (16), James (.15), James (14), James
(13), James (12), William (11), Alexander (10), James (9),
William (8), William (7), William (6), William (5), William (4),
John (3), Walter (2), John (1). MARY "POLLY" ELIZABETH MONTEITH
b. November 21, 1846. in Haywood County; d. April 10, 1925 in
Sylva, Jackson County. Mary married Benjamin Harris September 6,
1870. Ben was born January 27, 1846 son of William Harris and
Mary C. (Harris) Harris. Ben served in the Civil War. Ben and
Polly Harris owned a track of land situated between Allen's
Branch and Mills Branch Road reaching from Scotts Creek to the
top of the mountain west of the "Pinnacles." This land was
divided between his eight children. Ben died October 11, 1898.
They are buried at Old Field Cemetery. Children eight.
SARAH (22) HASELTINE HARRIS b. December 13, 1871; d. April
7, 1958. Sallie married William Edward "Bill" Ward April 5,
1891. Sallie married second Charles Calhoun Reed. Old Field
Cemetery.
JAMES (22) WILEY HARRIS b. December' 23, 1873; d. March 6,
1943. Jim married Sarah Catherine Ward about 1895. Old Field
Cemetery.
MARY (22) ISABELLE HARRIS b. March 23, 1876; d. October 22,
1960. Belle married, Albert Clinton Barnes about 1898. Old Field
Cemetery.
IDA (22) CUMIRE HARRIS b. September 25, 1879; d. August 11,
1953. Ida married William "Will" Mitchell about 1896. Old Field
Cemetery
WILLIAM (22) THOMAS HARRIS March 3, 1881; December 27, 1961.
William married Ira Elizabeth Hunnicultt December 25, 1902. Old
Field Cemetery.
BENJAMIN (22) CANDLER HARRIS b. May 31, 1883; d. February 6,
1969-. Dock married Eva Palestine Ensley December 2, 1902.
Fairview Cemetery.
JOHN (22) WESLEY HARRIS b. January 25, 1885; April 16, 1960.
Wes married Florence Theodocia Hunnicultt April 18, 1909. Old
Field Cemetery.
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FANNIE (22) ARMINDA HARRIS b. March 23, 1888; d. July 8,
1962. Minda married Carey Walker Mills in 1904. Old Field
Cemetery.
Jackson County Journal, April 17, 1925, Mary Harris dies.
1880 Jackson County page 270 Benj. Harris 32, Mary E. 31, ^y
Sarah H. 6, James W. 5, Mary B. 4, Ity C. 2.
1910 census Sylva, Jackson County page 279 #244 Clinton and
Belle Barnes and family. #248 Wm. T. Harris' family. #250 James
Harris' family. #252 William and Ida Mitchell. #253 Cary Mills.
#254 Dock Harris' family.
WILLIAM (21) THOMAS MONTEITH
1848 - >1880
Son of
William (20) B. Monteith and Mary Parris
WILLIAM (21) THOMAS MONTEITH, William (20), Thomas (19),
Samuel (18), Henry (17), John (16), James (15), James (14), James
(13), James (12), William (11), Alexander (10), James (9),
William (8), William (7), William (6), William (5), William (4),
John (3), Walter (2), John (1). WILLIAM THOMAS MONTEITH b.
February 1848, in Haywood County, North Carolina; died after v,
1880. William married Mary Ann Queen September 14, 1871 in
Jackson County. Mary was born November 1, 1856, the daughter of
Alfred and Polly (Atkins) Queen. Mary died December 25, 1892.
After Tom died, Mary Ann Queen Monteith married Christopher
Leander "Lee" Hunnicutt. Children four.
MARGARET (22) S. MONTEITH b. 1873, d. 1888
MARY (22) T. MONTEITH b. March 1875; d. July 18, 1902. Mary
married James Robert Wilkes in 1888.
CALLIE (22) ATTIE MONTEITH b. March 1877; d. May 3, 1901.
Callie married Arthur L. King.
WILLIAM (22) ALFRED MONTEITH b. April 26, 1878; d. May 26,
1978. Bill married Nancy Jane "Jenny" Sparks July 19, 1902.
1880 census Webster, Jackson County #156 Wm. T. Monteith 30,
Mary A. 30, Margaret S. 7, Mary T. 6, Callie A. 4, William A. 2,
Ellis Queen 17 brother.
1900 census Sylva, Jackson County page 221 Lee Hunnicutt,
William A. Monteith s-son 31, Jennie 24, Ora 6, Charles 4, Ida 2.
1900 census Lee Hunnicutt Aug. 1857 42 wd. m.12, Ira E. May
1882 18, Lawson T. Aug. 1885 14, Jane N. Mar. 1889 11, Florence
Sept. 1890 9, William A. Monteith s-son Apr. 1879 21.
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1853 - 1909
Son of
William (20) B. Monteith and Mary Parris
DAVID (21) HIX MONTEITH, William (20), Thomas (19), Samuel
(18), Henry (17), John (16), James (15), James (14), James (13),
James (12), William (11), Alexander (10), James (9), William (8),
William (7), William (6), William (5), William (4), John (3),
Walter (2), John (1),. DAVID HIX MONTEITH b. June 27, 1853 at
Webster, Jackson County, North Carolina; d. August 20, 1909 in
Jackson County. David married Aura Ensley September 13, 1877 in
Jackson County. Aura was born September 11, 1859 in Jackson
County, daughter of John and Jane Ensley. She died from
pneumonia February 11, 1929. They are buried Old Field Cemetery,
Beta, Jackson County. Children eight.
MARY (22) JANE MONTEITH b. March 26, 1879; d. April 1, 1910.
Mary married Henry Washington Ward March 12, 1899. Bumgarner
Cemetery.
SARAH (22) MELUINN MONTEITH b. February 22, 1883; d.
September 6, -1971. Sarah married Frank Gates.
JOHN (22) ERWIN "HICKS" MONTEITH b. December 16, 1886; d.
August 22, 1976. Hicks married Laura Magdalene Gibson. Hicks
married Rebecca Louretta Emeline "Becky" (Cope) Ensley.
CORA (22) ETHEL MONTEITH b. September 1, 1890; d. March 11,
1980. Cora married Henry ^Washington Ward 1911. Cora married
Richard Phillip Bradley. They are buried Bradley Cemetery at
Wilmot.
NANCY (22) H. "ANNIE" MONTEITH b. May 21, 1894; d. December
19, 1940. Annie married William Hunnicultt. Old Field Cemetery.
WILLIAM (22) HOBERT "BILL" MONTEITH b. March 13, 1897; d.
March 2, 1985. Bill married Mary Ellen Wike.
JAMES (22) DEWEY MONTEITH b.- September 24, 1900,. James
married Margaret Mae Gates. Fairview Cemetery.
(22) MONTEITH
1880 census Webster, Jackson County page 270 #158 David H.
Monteith 26, Arra 20, Mary J. 1.
1900 census Jackson County page 221 #171 Hix Monteith Jun.
1852 47, Aura Aug. 1858 41, Sarah M. Feb. 1883 17, John E. Dec.
1886 13, Cora E. Sept. 1890 9, Nancy A. May 1894 6, William H.
Mar. 1897 3.
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SAMUEL (21) WILEY MONTEITH
1855 - 1950
Son of
William (20) B. Monteith and Mary Parris
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(21) WILEY MONTEITH, William
Henry (17), John (16), James (15),
(12), William (11), Alexander
William (7), William (6), William
SAMUEL
Samuel (18),
(13), James
William (8),
John (3), Walter (2), John (1) SAMUEL WILEY
13, 1855, Webster, Jackson County; d. June
Jackson County. Samuel married Fannie "Bub" Carolina
October 7, 1878 in Jackson County. Bub was born April 6
(20), Thomas (19),
James (14), James
(10), James (9),
(5), William (4),
MONTEITH b. April
4, 1950, Sylva,
Ensley
1862,
daughter of John and Jane Ensley. Bub died January 18, 1910 in
Jackson County. Sam married Artie Davis of Dix Creek after
Fannie died in 1910. They are buried in Old Field. Children
eight.
JULIA (22) H. MONTEITH
William Allen Mill October 21,
b. December
1897.
1879. Julia married
MARY (22) J. MONTEITH b. January 10, 1882; d. January 11,
1882.
EVA (22) MELL MONTEITH b. March 25, 1883; d. August 17,
1958. Eva married Julius Thomas Dean. They are buried at Old
Field.
FANNIE (22) C. MONTEITH b. July 18, 1885; d. July 18, 1885.
SARAH (22) TELITHA MONTEITH b. April 14, 1888; d. February
13, 1972. Sarah married William "Bill" Norton. Buried at Old
Field.
Ky
SAMUEL (22) C. MONTEITH b. September 11, 1891;.d. September
17, 1891. Old Field Cemetery.
ARRY (22) NELLIE MONTEITH b. October 3, 1893; d. September
17, 1971. Arry married Will Norton.
TINNIE (22) MAE MONTEITH b. October 2, 1897; d. May 29,
1989. Tinnie married Richard Earl Moore. They are buried at Old
Field.
1880 census Webster, Jackson County #159: S. W. Monteith 24,
Fanny C 18, Judia H. 6/12.
1900 census Jackson County Sam W. Monteith Apr. 1855 45,
Fannie C. Apr. 1862 38 (8 children 5 living), Eva M. Mar. 1883
17, Sarah T. E. Apr. 1888 12, Arry N. Oct. 1893 6, Tennie M. Oct.
1897 2. ^y
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SARAH (21) HASELTINE MONTEITH
1858 - 1901
Daughter of
William (20) B. Monteith and Mary Parris
SARAH (21) HASELTINE MONTEITH, William (20), Thomas (19),
Samuel (18), Henry (17), John (16), James (15), James (14), James
(13), James (12), William (11), Alexander (10), James (9),
William (8), William (7), William (6), William (5), William (4),
John (3), Walter (2), John (1). SARAH HASELTINE "TINE" MONTEITH
b. March 3, 1858 Webster, Jackson County; d. October 18, 1901
Sylva, Jackson County. Sarah married Charles Calhoum Reed
December 17, 1879 at W,. B. Monteith's residence in Jackson
County. Charles born October ll, 1853, son of John H. Reed and
Susan (Morgan) Reed. After the death of Tine, Charles married
Sarah Haseltine (Harris) Ward. Charles died April 26, 1919 in
Jackson County. They are buried at Old Field Cemetery. Children
eight.
MARY (22) SUSAN REED b. March 2, 1881; d. February 24, 1901.
Mary married Edgar Parris October 3, 1897. Buried at Old Field.
TALITHA (22) MAGDALINE REED b. May 16, 1883; d. July 22,
1969. Mag married Edgar Bernard Fisher". Buried at Old Field.
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Vice President. L. Roy Shuler
Secretary Lynn Allen
Treasurer E. Lawrence Morton
Librarian Dorris D. Beck
Office Manager Ruth C. Shuler
Computer Coordinator. Deanne G. Roles
Chair, Publications (Editor) R. Larry Crawford
Journeys Through Jackson is the official publication of the Jackson County Genealogical Society. Members and non-members are invited to submit genealogical
materials for publication, with the understanding that the editor reserves the right to edit these materials for genealogical content, clarity, or taste. The Society
assumes no responsibility for errors of fact that may be contained in submissions, and except where noted, the opinions expressed are not those of the editor or of
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From the Editor
The holidays have come and gone, and we're off to another year in the genealogical society. We
always hope for the best one yet.
Inside your expanded (but now quarterly) publication, please find more of the same that you've come
to expect. Only you can determine if the content is to your satisfaction. Certainly there is a variety of it here. ^J
We begin the issue with the usual old photographs, then move into a Civil War pension file. We have more
official records, an old letter, two cemeteries, emphasis on two families, and a wonderful narrative to share
with you. No fewer than nine Society members contributed materials of one kind or another for our journal
this time. Remember that your submissions are always welcome, and that we will make an effort to publish
these if they meet the guidelines stated above in our policy statement.
Are you recruiting? Know someone who would look forward to working with genealogy as much as
we will all look forward to springtime? The more the merrier in this business. Only through sharing can we
approach the truth, which as always should be our final goal.
One type of submission that would be especially welcome would be Bible records. These are not easy
to come by, and they are one of our best sources. Clean out that old trunk, folks, and share the wealth.
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Expressions of Sympathy 1
JCGS Photo Album 2-4
2003 J C G S Financial Statement 5 - 6
Items for Sale by J C G S 6
The WUliam L. McCall Pension Papers . 7 - 14
The Fullbright Ancestry of Danny Jones 15 - 20
Plott Cemetery 21
Arrington Cemetery 22 - 23
The Grandchildren of David a n d Mary P a r r i s 24
1961 Jackson County Death Certificates 25 - 29
Rachel Messer Affidavit 29
1916 L e t t e r F r om Oscar Wilson 31 - 32
Jackson County Court of Pleas a n d Q u a r t e r Sessions 33-36
A Little Humor 36
Autobiography of F l o r a J a n e Zachary Watkins 37 - 42
Henderson Bryson Chronology 43 - 46
Index 47-48
Dedication
We dedicate this issue of Journeys Through Jackson to the memory of longtime
JCGS member Betty Blanton Ensley. Daughter of Bill a n d Sadie Shuler Blanton of
the Ochre Hill community, Betty was married to Lee Ensley. Mother of four sons,
the three surviving ones also members of our Society, Betty B u r r used to j o k e that
she gave memberships to h e r sons as Christmas gifts to keep t h em from borrowing
her copies of Journeys. To Harold, Haven, and Lee J r . , we offer our sincere
sympathy a n d o u r t r u s t in t h e hope of a n Ultimate Reward.
I n Sympathy
JCGS offers its sincere sympathy to members R.O. Wilson and Robert Cole
Holebrook, who have recently lost loved ones. While y o u r p a i n of separation is very
real, may you be comforted in the knowledge of its t e m p o r a r y nature.
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We always find it encouraging when members decide to share their old photographs with
us. Above, a likeness of Minnie Trantham and George Shytle. Shared by JCGS member
R.O. Wilson.
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While most of as have seen this picture or others like it many times, we are always intrigued
by flood stories. (Think about this one. We live in an area where the water flows downhill
in a hurry. Most of the time that flow is normal and not dangerous. When the truly
excessive or tragic weather story leads to fatalities, as did the 1940 flood in Jackson County,
we seem to have a morbid fascination with the high water.) Above, also shared by R.O.
Wilson, is a picture of the CuUowhee bridge over old NC 107 on August 30,1940.
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Above, an important photograph in the history of Sylva. Taken outside one of the buildings
of the paper mill, we are unsure of just what the occasion was...possibly an expansion of the
mill. The man second from the left in the first row is Lyndon McKee. On the far left in the
second row is "Andy" Anderson; the three men on the far right of the second row are J.
Ramsey Buchanan, Carey Woodring, and Garland Jones. Photo furnished by Rick Frizzell
via his sister-in-law Debbie Jones, an employee at Jackson Paper.
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C J C G S F i n a n c i a l S t a t e m e n t f o r 2 0 0 3
JC GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY
Net Cash Flow
January 01 through December 31,2003
INFLOWS
Income
BOOK SALES HB #1
BOOK SALES HB #2
BOOK SALES JACKSON CEM BK
BOOK SALES JACKSON DELAYS
BOOK SALES JACKSON DOCKET
BOOK SALES KIRKS RAIDERS
BOOK SALES/MACON DEED BK
BOOK SALES/RESALE SWAIN C
BOOK SALES/WIKE FAMILY
COPIER INCOME
DEPOSITS -VARIOUS ITEMS
DONATIONS/CONTRIBUTIONS
INTEREST INCOME
MEMBERSHIPS FAMILY
MEMBERSHIPS INDIVIDUAL
MEMBERSHIPS UFE
NEWSLETTER REPRINT SALES
RECEIPT - COVER BANK FEE
RECEIVED FOR POSTAGE
SALES TAX RECEIVED
Total Income
Investment income
CD INTEREST
Total Investment income
TOTAL INFLOWS
249.94
425.01
1,524.00
66.00
14.80
2,669.50
175.00
50.00
2,400.00
295.15
557.01
872.55
104.98
12,487.71
12,487.71
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The Heritage of Jackson County, VoL I
The Cemeteries of Jackson County
Jackson County Superior Court Docket
Book
Jackson County Delayed Births, VoL I
Jackson County Delayed Births, VoL II
Swain County Delayed Births
Graham County Delayed Births
Graham County Marriages
Macon County Delayed Births
The Cemeteries of Swain County
Swain County Marriages
The Wike FamUy
Kirk's Raiders
Local Price*
64.00
15.00
21.20
21.20
26.75
34.75
25.00
NC Address**
38.50
23.50
23.50
23.50
48.00
68.00
64.81
16.02
22.11
22.11
27.00
35.23
25.86
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** This price reflects books sent to North Carolina addresses and includes NC sales tax and postage.
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T h e W i l l i a m L . M c C a l l P e n s i o n P a p e r s
[Ed. The following represents a fraction of the total documentation surrounding the pension request of Jackson County
Civil War soldier William L. McCall. Like a number of other men from the southern sections of the county, McCall
enlisted in a Tennessee regiment that fought for the United States rather than for the Confederacy. His attempt to
receive a pension for his services was complicated, to say the least. When JCGS member Anita Rudd wrote for his
records, she received a stack of papers containing his petitions, rejection, eventual approval, medical diagrams, and
further affidavits that contain much material of genealogical importance. We will pick up this story with a document
from 1882, and continue into the widowhood of William McCall's third wife. In some places it will be necessary for
us to transcribe the records; in others, the printed materials speak for themselves.]
State of North Carolina Jackson County
On this the 29 day of May A.D. 1882
Personally appeared before T.J. Bryson, an acting Justice of the Peace in and for said county,
John H. Mathis and David H. Mathis, late of Company D, 9 Regt Tenn Cav Volunteers, and after
having swom according to law saith they was well acquainted with William L. McCall prior to
his enlistment into Company D, 9 Regt Tenn Cav Vols on the 25 day of May 1864 and to the best
of their knowledge and belief he the said Wm L McCall was then and at that time a sound man
and free from disease and the said John H. Mathis and David H. Mathis further swears that after
having served as U.S. soldiers with him the said Wm L. McCall in said Company D, 9 Regt Tenn
Cav Vols for a period not positively recollected but to the best of their knowledge and belief was
about the 15 of January of 1865 when first he the said Wm L. McCall complained in their
presents of being ruptured and the said John H. Mathis and David H. Mathis further swears that
said complaint of rupture was made by him the said Wm L. McCall at or near Cantonment
Springs in the state of Tennessee, and further swears that they often times heard the said Wm L.
McCall begging to be excused from heavy duty such as wood getting, etc. on account of suffering
from said rupture and not being able to perform such duty, and therefore have reason to believe
he the said Wm L. McCall received or contracted the said rupture while in line of his duty as a
soldier in the said Co. D, 9 Regt Tenn Cav Vols and the said John H. Mathis and David H. Mathis
further swears they are of no relation to him the said Wm L. McCall and that they have no interest
directly or indirectly in the prosecution of this claim and that their personal knowledge of the
disease or rupture of him the said Wm L. McCall late member of said Co D, 9 Regt Tenn Cav
Vols are derived from the above stated facts and further swears their Post Office {Ed. Next line
is i l l e g i b l e , but e s s e n t i a l l y means that t h e y live in J a c k s o n C o u n t y .}
Isl John H. Mathis
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State of North Carolina Jackson County
I A.M. Parker Clerk of the Superior Court of said county & state do hereby certify that T.J.
Bryson is an acting Justice of the Peace in and for said county of Jackson and that his signature is
genuine. In testimony wherof I hereunto set my hand and affixed seal of office in Webster NC
this 29th day of July 1882.
Isl A.M. Parker
Clerk Superior Court Jackson County
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49TH CONOBBSS, ) HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES. < IS% \T
1st Session. J \ )?*£ 0.
WILLIAM L. McCALL.
FEBRUARY 24,1886.—Committed to the Committee of the Whole Home and ordered to
be printed.
Mr. O'HABA, from tlie Committee on Invalid Pensions, submitted the
following
R E P O R T :
[To accompany bill H. R. 4632.]
The 'Committee on Invalid Pensions, to whom was referred the bill (H, R.
4632) granting a pension to William fj. McCall, have had the same under
consideration, and submit the following report:
Applicant's claim is based on an alleged rupture in lower part of abdomen,
caused from bard riding while in the service of the United
States and in the line of duty.
Claimant states under oath that he was ruptured on both sides in
January, 1865, from hard ridiug at Sevierville, Tenn.; was in no prior
service; was captured by a party of rebels at Sevierville, Tenn.. in
January, 1865, and after being beaterj with guns in the' hands of the
'enemy, he was placed on a very lean horse, without saddle or bridle,
and ran some 20 miles before he was released by Union soldiers. Thinks
above causes produced the double rupture, which is worse ou left side.
H-. M. Hooper, late sergeant Company D, Ninth Tennessee Cavalry,
deposes that about the last month of 1864, while the company was at
Pontooman Springs, Tenn., applicant first complained of rupture, and
was excused from duty; he refused to enter a hospital, and was treated
by regimental surgeon in camp and cared for by his friends for a period,
length of which is not recollected; was then taken to a private house
in Tennessee, where he remained for some time before he rejoined his
company; seemed to suffer considerably during remainder of his
service; that he was acquainted with applicant several years before his
enlistment, and, to the best of his knowledge and belief, applicant was
a sound man, free from disease at enlistment.
"William B,. and Alfred M. Hooper, late privates of Company D, Ninth
.Tennessee Cavalry, testified substantially as above, and further, that
they believe the rupture wascaused by the applicant's falling into, the
hands of the rebels, who, it is said, placed him ou a horse without saddle
and ran him a distance of 20 miles before he was released, and that
he complained of said rupture just after said release.
John H. and D. H. Matthews, comrades, late of Company D, Ninth
Tennessee Cavalry, besides corroborating theforegoing wituesses; stated
they ofteq heard applicant begging to be excused from duty on account
of rupture; that they knew claimant prior to and at the time of his enlistment,
and that he was sound and healthy and free from rupture.
John Slater and D. V. Moody corroborate the other witnesses.
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49TH CONGRESS, ) SENATE. ( R £ ^
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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES.
MAY 11, 1886.—Ordered to be printed.
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Mr. WHITTHOENB, from the Committee on Pensions, submitted the
following
R E P O R T : .
[To accompany bill H. K. 4632.]
" The Committee on Pensions, to whom was referred the bill (H. R. 4632)
granting a pension to William L. MoCall, having examined the same,
report:
That the testimouy which was before the Commissioner of Pensions
was carefully examined, and, being satisfied that the report of the
House committee (No. 700), who also examined this claim, is sustained
by the proof in the case, do adopt the said report, as herein set forth,
as a part hereof, as follows:
Applicant's claim is based oo an alleged r.upture in lower part of abdomen, caused
from hard riding while in the service of the United States and in the line of duty.
Claimant states under oath that be was nrptnred on both sides iu January, 1665,
from bard ridiDK at Sevierville, Tenn.; was in oo prior service; was captured by a
party of rebels at Sevierville, Tenn., in January, 1860, aud after being beaten with
guns iu the bands of the enemy, be was placed on a very lean horse, without saddle
or bridle, and ran some 20 miles before he was released by Union soldiers. Thinks
above causes produced the double rupture, which is worse on left side. \J
H. M. Hooper, late sergeant Company D, Ninth Tennessee Cavalry, deposes that
about the last month of 1664, while tho oompany was at Poutooman Springs, Tenn.,
.applicant first complained of rupture, and was excused from duty; he refused to enter
a hospital, and was treated by regimental surgeon in camp aud cared for by his
friends for a period, length of which is not recollected; was then taken to a private
house ID Teunessee, where he remained for some time before he rejoined his company:
seemed to suffer considerably duriugreoiainderof bisservioe; that he was acquainted
with applicant several years before nis enlistment, and, to the best-of bis knowledge
aud belief, applicant was a sound man, free from disease, at enlistment.
William R. and Alfred M. Hooper, late privates of Company D, Ninth Tenuessee
Cavalry, testified substantially as above, and further, that they believe the rupture
was caused by the applicant's falling into the bands of the rebels, who, it is said, ( placed him on a horse without saddle and ran him a distance of 20 miles before he
was released, and that he complained*of said rupture just after said release.
John H. and D. H. Matthews, comrades, late of Company D, Ninth Tennessee Cavalry,
besides corroborating the foregoing witnesses, stated they often heard applicant
begging to be excused from duty on account of rupture; that they knew claimant
prior to and at the time of his enlistment, and that he was sound and healthy, and
free from rupture.
John Slater aud D. V. Moody corroborate the other witnesses.
.This claim was rejected upon the ground of no.record, no medical evidence pJ
or since service, and claimant's declared inability to furnish same, or that of a co
missioned officer who saw f he hernia in the service.
The only record shows that claimant was absent sick May and June, 1865.
There is no conflict of lay testimony that applicant was a sound man prior to and I
the time of his enlistment, that he was captured while in the line of duty aud In tbl
service of the United States, and that he suffered from the hands of the enemy sued
[PRIVATE—NO. 573.] ,
An act granting a pension to William L McCall.
Be it enacted by- the Senate and House of Representatives of the United
States of America in Congress assembled, That the Secretary of the Interior
be, and hereby is, directed to place the name of William L McCall,
late a private in Oompany D, Ninth Tennessee Cavalry, on the
pension-roll, subject to the conditions and limitations of the pension , )
laws. ">—'
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Washington, D. C, Janiu>Cryl5, 1898.
In forwarding to the pension agent the executed vouchex^for your next
quarterly payment please favor me by returning this circular to him with
replies to the questions enumerated below.
Very respectfully,
Commissioner.
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Answer. L^-^f^C/^i^jS^l.
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Journeys Through Jackson 2010 Vol.20 No.04
No full textJourneys Through Jackson is the official journal of the Jackson County Genealogical Society, Inc. The journal began as a monthly publication in July 1991, was published bimonthly from 1994 to 2003, and continues today as a quarterly publication. The journal issues in this digital collection are presented as annual compilations.J o u r n e y s
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JACKSON COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY, INC
2010 Officers
President James E. Monteith
Vice Presidents Nelma J. Bryson, B.B. Cantrell
Secretary Marilyn G.Morton
Treasurer E. Lawrence Morton
Librarian Dorris D. Beck
Office Manager Ruth C. Shuler
Computer Coordinator. Deanne G. Roles
Chair, Publications (Editor) R- Larry Crawford
Journeys Through Jackson is the official publication of the Jackson County Genealogical Society. Members and non-members are invited to submit genealogical
materials for publication, with the understanding that the editor reserves the right to edit these materials for genealogical content, clarity, or taste. The Society
assumes no responsibility for errors of fact that may be contained in submissions, and except where noted, the opinions expressed arc not those of the editor or of
the Jackson County Genealogical Society. The Society accepts no advertising for this publication except for notices for other non-profit groups.
From the Editor
We finish another outstanding year in the Jackson County Genealogical Society, and as proof of that ~*
assertion, this publication will be distributed or mailed to 235 of the finest folks in the country. We are ^j
thankful in this holiday season to know many of these members and to be able to share this love of genealogy
with them.
As in all years, we have faced our quota of challenges. Not everyone spent 24/7 doing genealogy
(Imagine!), and we personally admit to many shortcomings. Our challenge grant has not yet been matched in
full, but we are hopeful that we can state differently by January 1. The water heater in the office decided to
leak and flood the storage closet, and that was fun for everyone present.
But where else can we find an organization in which the President occasionally wears a kilt; where we
can have programs with such excellent speakers as Anne Rogers and Curtis Wood; and where St. Nick visits
the editor early, bringing along materials from Will Cagle, Sam Phillips, Bonnie Barker, Betty Queen
Monteith, Betsy Dodd Pittman of Burke County, Ruth Ensley Bryson, Linda Owen Anders, Linda Hughes
Collins, Dorris Dills Beck, Ruth Hall Norman, Linda Davis, and Ruth Crawford Shuler? Only here in JCGS,
of course.
Have a joyous season, and enjoy JTJ with the eggnog.
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Expressions of Sympathy 145
Correction and Announcements 145
JCGS Photo Album 146 - 1 5 0
Descendants of Thomas F r a n k l i n 151 - 1 5 6
We Borrow from B u r k e County 157 - 1 6 0
Pictures from R u t h Ensley Bryson 161 - 1 6 4
Descendants of William E l b e r t Hall 165 - 1 6 8
1880 Jackson County Census 169 - 1 7 2
Linda Hughes Collins' Before a n d After Cemetery Pictures 173 - 1 7 5
JCGS L i b r a r y Acquisitions 176
1918 Jackson County Death Certificates 177 - 1 8 0
James Isaac N o r m a n Family Bible 181 - 1 8 4
Pictures from Linda Davis 185 - 1 8 6
Selected R a b u n County, G A Marriages 187 - 1 8 8
New Members of J C G S for 2010 189-190
Where J C G S Members Live 190
Index 191-192
In Memoriam
We are saddened to report the passing of JCGS member Annie Lee Bryson. Annie Lee was
another of our well-known traditional artists and craftspersons; she had gained wide
recognition for her corn shuck dolls. She was always in attendance at WCU's Mountain
Heritage Day, and she was the winner of the 2010 Mountain Heritage Day Award. We
express our sympathy to her daughters and other family members.
In Sympathy
We also extend our sympathy to JCGS members Ann Hampton Peters, Grover and
Ernestine Jones, and Vernon Painter for their recent losses. We are firm in our conviction
that this separation is only temporary.
Correction
JCGS member Harold Ensley reports that his great-aunt Annie Belle Blanton stated that
the woman in the singing school picture (JTJ, Spring 2009) is not her mother, and that she
is not the baby. We regret the error, but we are always grateful when someone cares
enough to point out our mistakes.
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Will and Barbara Cagle of Lutz, Florida, recently spent an evening at the JCGS office.
They shared the pictures of Will's great-grandparents, above, and grandfather, below. On
the left above is Wilma Margaret Barker (18 Apr 1840 - 11 Jun 1906), on the right her
husband Evan Harvey Cagle (10 Feb 1839 - 10 Oct 1916). Below, their son Candler Collins
Cagle (5 Jul 1876 - 23 Mar 1960), a Spanish - American War veteran.
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The above are the children of Merritt Rickman ("Rick") and Mary Matilda Blanton
Phillips, pictured with their sister-in-law Dora Waldrop Phillips. In the back row are
Robert, John, Sam, and Walt Phillips. In front are Etta, Vada, Dora Waldrop Phillips
(widow of Herbert Edgar), Maude, and Mamie. These folks lived in the Greenville, South
Carolina area. Picture submitted by JCGS member Sam Phillips, a grandson of Herbert
Edgar and Dora.
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Also submitted by Sam Phillips, the picture above shows his grandfather, Herbert Edgar
Phillips. We were pleased to meet some of this Phillips family at the annual Phillips reunion
(and many thanks to Ruth Bryson and Linda Collins for their gracious invitations to join
them). We might also mention that the children of Rick and Mary Phillips married into
families with strong Jackson County connections...Parker, Slatton, and Rogers, for
example. Herbert Edgar above, died 31 Mar 1929, so was not in the family group picture
on the previous page.
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JCGS member Bonnie Barker has searched for 12 years for the resting place of Josephine
Wood Barker. She believes that the above has rewarded her persistence. This field stone is
located in the Ashe - McKay Cemetery above Mount Pleasant Church. The " J " and the
"Barker" are plainly visible, and we trust that this shows the resting place of Josephine,
who died in 1911.
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The pictures above were taken in August of 2009 by Mike Shay. At the top, Samuel A.
Frizzell, aka Gribble. At the bottom, one of the fabulous views from the cemetery in
LaVeta, Colorado. See Jackson County Heritage, Volume H, article # 344 for Rick Frizzell's
fascinating story of the name change. KJ
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D e s c e n d a n t s o f T h o m a s F r a n k l in
(Ed. We arc always pleased to receive work from JCGS member Betty Queen Monteith. This time she has outdone
herself, providing us with a family group record and a descendancy in her Franklin family. We will publish this here
and in several subsequent issues.]
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Ptac* Franklin Cem.. Dillsboro. Jackson Co.. NC
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LDS ordinance dates
Baptized
Endowed
Sealed to parents
Sealed to spouse
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Wife Jemina Hiadon
Bom 29 SOD 1809
Dled 14 Feb 1892
Buried
Ptoce Burke Co.. NC
08 Jackson Co., NC
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LDS ordinance dates
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Wife's father . .,,, .
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David Nelson Frankl
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090 6 Feb 1914
Buried 8 Feb 1914
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08 Buncombe Co.. NC
Ptoc8 Clvde. Havwood Co.. NC
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Baptized
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pou*e Sarah A Evens
Married 8. J.a n .1. ~8_5.—7 Place
Havwood Co.. North Carolina
Sealed to spouse
Nancy Elizabeth Franklin
Bom 18 Jul 1833
Dted 11 Jun 1913
Buried
Plaoe Havwood Co.. NC
" * * Havwood Co.. NC
Lake Looan Cem.. Sunburst Havwood Co.. NC
Baptized
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Sealed to parents
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Perry Burton Franklin
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Dled 14 Jan 1913
Buried
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Place
Spouse Cochran Cem.. Uooer Alarka. Swain Co.. NC
Married ~ -.R ac-«h—el^ A deline Henson 8 Nov 1856 PtocB Havwood Co.. NC
Baptized
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Sealed to parents
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Perrv Burton Franklin
Spous* Marv Barker
Manted 30 Jan 1890 Plac° Swain Co.. NC Sealed to spouse
Georae Washinaton Franklin
Bora 7 Nov 1837
Dled 8Seo1864
Plac8 Havwood Co.. NC
Pl8C8 Civil War
Baptized
Endowed
Sealed to parents
William L. Franklin
Bom 5 Jul 1839
0180 25 Jun 1862
Henderson Co.. NC
Pisco
Kinas School House. VA
Baptized
Endowed
Sealed to parents
Marqaret M. Franklin
Bom 30 Dec 1840
Dted 23 Feb 1931
Buried
Place Havwood Co.. NC
Jackson Co., NC
308 Franklin Cem.. Dillsboro. Jackson Co., NC
Susan Caroline Franklin
80,11 6Seo1842
Dhd 25 Dec 1919
Buried
Place Havwood Co.. NC
Jackson Co.. NC
Franklin Cem., Dillsboro, Jackson Co.. NC
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Marrfed Abt 1868 Pl8ceNC Sealed to spouse
Mary Ann Franklin
Bom 8 Mav 1844
Dled 12S6D1859
Havwood Co.. NC
Plana
Havwood Co.. NC
Baptized
Endowed
Sealed to parents
Martha Jane Franklin
Bom 7 Mav 1846
Died 2 Jul 1930
Buried
Place
Haywood Co., NC 308 Jackson Co., NC
Place
Franklin Cem.. Dillsboro. Jackson Co.. NC
Baptized
Endowed
Sealed to parents
pous* John Q. Lawinq
Manted 22 Mav 1878 Jackson Co.. NC Sealed to spouse
Elizabeth Louise Franklin
Bom 17 Mar 1848
Died
Buried 20 Jul 1937
Havwood Co.. NC
Jackson Co.. NC
Locust Field Cem.. Dillsboro. NC
Baptized
Endowed
Sealed to parents
Spouse
Married _ . -W ils.o —n— —D. Sutton
3 Mar 1880
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Amanda E. Franklin
Born 28 Feb 1850
Dled 11Aua1859
Sarah Jemina Frank!
Bom 13 Mar 1852
Dled 18 Jan 1924
Buried
Place Havwood Co.. NC
Place Havwood Co.. NC
Baptized
Endowed
Sealed to parents
in
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Jackson Co., NC
Place
Franklin Cem.. Dillsboro. Jackson Co.. NC
Baptized
Endowed
Sealed to parents
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800,188 John B. Enslev
Marrfed 6 Mar 1873 |PteC8 Jackson Co., North Carolina Seated to spouse
pouso Unknown
Married .. . . .
Not mamed Place Sealed to spouse
p0US8 James Henrv Robinson
Married ~l . . _..
20 Jan 1884
Jackson Co.. North Carolina Sealed to spouse
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1. Thomas Franklin (b.29 Aug 1804-Rumerford Co.,NC;d.27 Nov 1891-Jackson Co.,NC)
sp: Jemina Higdon (b.29 Sep 1809-Burke Co.,NC;m.28 Mar 1827;d.14 Feb 1892-Jackson Co.,NC) yi
- 2. Henry Jackson Franklin (b.16 Oct 1828-NC;d.Aft 1910)
sp: Mary Levisa Deaver (b.19 May 1829-NC;m.6 Aug 1848;d.Bef 1910-Haywood Co.,NC)
3. James Harrison Franklin (b.8 Apr 1849-Haywood Co..NC;d.27 Oct 1858)
- 3. Rachel Clementine. Franklin (b.25 Jun 1851-Buncombe Co.,NC;d.22 Jul 1930-Haywood Co.,NC)
sp: James E. Rogers (b.6 Sep 1849-South Carolina;m.20 Oct 1870;d.14 Jun 1930-Haywood Co.,NC)
- 4. Charles Rogers (b.1877-Haywood Co.,NC;d.1906-Haywood Co.,NC)
sp: Elizabeth Telitha Sisk (b.16 May 1883-Haywood Co.,NC;d.4 Jun 1937-Haywood Co.,NC)
^- 5. Charles Oscar Rogers (b.20 Jan 1900-Haywood Co.,NC;d.30 Jul 1970-Haywood Co.)
sp: Edna Leona Queen (b.15 Oct 1915-Haywood Co.,NC;m.15 Jan 1933;d.1 Dec 1998-Candler.Haywood Co.,NC)
- 4. T. Allen Rogers (b.24 Apr 1879-Haywood Co..NC;d.18 Jun 1959-Haywood Co.,NC)
sp: Lilly Taylor (b.7 May 1896;d.2 Jul 1974-Haywood Co.,NC)
4. Lon Jackson Rogers (b.15 Jul 1880-Haywood Co.,NC;d.20 Jan 1949-Haywood Co.,NC)
sp: Arbie Lois Radford (b.1871-North Carolina;m.1899(Div);d.1949-Haywood Co.,NC)
5. Rogers
sp: Molly Blaine Reece (b.10 May 1887-Haywood Co.,NC;m.21 Dec 1907;d.24 Jun 1959-Haywood Co.,NC)
- 5. Ruth Rogers (b.4 Feb 1909-Haywood Co.,NC;d.8 Mar 1940-Haywood Co.,NC)
sp: Edward Stiles (b.Abt 1894;m.30 Sep 1923)
- 5. Delmar Samuel Rogers (b.8 Dec 1910-Haywood Co.,NC;d.10 Jun 1993-Haywood Co.,NC)
sp: Mary Dee Davis (b.20 May 1915-Haywood Co.,NC;d.27 Oct 1996-Haywood Co.tNC) V_^
- 5. Pearl Mae Rogers (b.30 Nov 1912-Haywood Co.,NC;d.21 Jun 2001-Sylva,Jackson Co.,NC)
sp: Jack Edward Frady (b.26 Jul 1909-Haywood Co.,NC;d.20 Nov 2000-Jackson Co.,NC)
- 5. James Jackson Rogers (b.10 Sep 1914-Haywood Co.,NC;d.13 Jul 1996-Haywood Co.,NC)
sp: Clara Marlor
- 5. Bertha Elizabeth Rogers (b.1 Jun 1917-Haywood Co.,NC;d.9 May 2004-Morganton.Burke Co.,NC)
sp: Raymond R. Wall (b.24 Nov 1918-NC;d.25 Feb 2002-Asheville,Buncombe Co.,NC)
- 5. Hazel Eldena Rogers (b.1 Nov 1919-Haywood Co.,NC;d.14 Jan 2007-Haywood Co.,NC)
sp: Willie Frank Parker (b.10 Oct 1912-Jackson Co.,NC;d.2 Jul 1996-Haywood Co.,NC)
5. Myrtle Rosalee Rogers (b.1 Aug 1922-Haywood Co.,NC;d.16 Jun 2000-Haywood Co.,NC)
sp: Woodrow Morgan (b.14 Feb 1915-Jackson Co.,NC;m.1942;d.12 May 2004-Haywood Co.,NC)
- 5. Edna Clementine Rogers twin (b.18 Sep 1925-Haywood Co.,NC;d.26 May 1996-Haywood Co.,NC)
sp: Arthur James Queen (b.31 Jul 1916-Haywood Co.,NC;d.16 Feb 1983-Haywood Co.,NC)
5. Edward McKiniey Rogers twin (b.18 Sep 1925-Haywood Co.,NC;d.22 Jun 1948-Haywood Co..NC)
•— 5. Carrie Belle Rogers
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- 4. Diva F. Deverd Rogers (b.4 Oct 1883-Haywood Co.,NC;d.19 Jan 1924-Haywood Co.,NC)
sp: Rose Inman (b.5 Jun 1884-Haywood Co.,NC;m.26 Dec 1905;d.4 Oct 1951-Haywood Co.,NC)
- 5. William Claude Rogers (b.7 Apr 1903-Haywood Co.,NC;d.27 Nov 1966-Haywood Co..NC)
sp: Mildred Mease (b.Aug 1902;m.4 Mar 1925(Div)) V^
sp: Lillie Mills (b.10 Sep 1900;d.11 Nov 1977-Haywood Co.,NC)
5. Mollie Rogers (b.28 Feb 1907-Haywood Co.,NC)
sp: Henry F. Smith (b.27 Feb 1893-South Carolina;m.10 Feb 1926;d.21 Oct 1968-Haywood Co.,NC)
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- 5. Minnie Clementine Rogers (b.12 Sep 1912-Haywood Co.,NC;d.7 Dec 1999-Haywood Co.,NC)
sp: Herschel Reeves Owen (b.18 Apr 1897-Haywood Co.,NC;m.11 Feb 1926;d.23 Aug 1984-Haywood Co.,NC)
5. George Edward Rogers (b.25 Oct 1915-Haywood Co.,NC;d.9 May 1976-Haywood Co.,NC)
- 4. John Garland Rogers (b.4 Jun 1885-Haywood Co.,NC;d.3 Apr 1971-Haywood Co.,NC)
sp: Dolry Alice Woody (b.14 Apr 1889-Madteon Co.,NC;m.27 Jan 1905(Div);d.11 Mar 1984-Haywood Co.,NC)
- 5. Marilda Mae "Reldy" Rogers (b.17 Jan 1906-Haywood Co..NC;d.8 Nov 1960-Haywood Co.,NC)
sp: Jesse Byrd Revis (b.11 May 1896-NC;m.1921;d.11 Apr 1969-Buncombe Co.,NC)
5. Garland Columbus Rogers (b.29 Jun 1908-Haywood Co.,NC;d.14 Dec 1995-Haywood Co.,NC)
- 5. Viola Virginia Rogers (b.12 Mar 1912-Jackson Co.,NC;d.30 Jun 1995-Haywood Co.,NC)
sp: Joseph Homer Galloway (b.24 Apr 1904-Haywood Co.,NC;d.10 Oct 1989-Haywood Co.,NC)
- 5. Mabel Edna Rogers (b.2 Sep 1913-Macon Co.,NC)
sp: Harry Glenn Rogers (b.28 Jun 1915-Haywood Co.,NC;m.4 Nov 1935;d.5 Jul 2001-Buncombe Co.,NC)
- 5. Paul WiHard Rogers (b.16 Jan 1916-Haywood Co.,NC;d.29 Mar 1998-Haywood Co.,NC)
- 5. Frank Rogers (b.17 Nov 1918-Haywood Co.,NC)
- 5. Baxter J. Rogers (b.4 Jan 1920-Haywood Co.,NC;d.18 Mar 1947-Buncombe Co.,NC)
sp: Iva Lee
5. Mary C. Rogers (b.23 Nov 1921-Haywood Co.,NC)
5. Eugene Calvin Rogers (b.23 Jul 1924-Haywood Co.,NC;d.19 May 2001-Haywood Co.,NC)
sp: Janice Elmira Wright (m.Abt 1947)
- 5. Wanda Sharlie Rogers (b.28 Nov 1926-Haywood Co.,NC)
sp: Clay Holland Woody (b.29 Sep 1924-Haywood Co.,NC;d.22 Aug 2001-Haywood Co.,NC)
- 5. Elizabeth Hiawatha Rogers (b.16 Aug 1930-Haywood Co.,NC;d.12 Dec 1932-Haywood Co..NC)
^— 5. Betty Rogers
sp: Green
4. Sarah "Sallie" Rogers (b.29 Mar 1889-Haywood Co.,NC;d.21 Jun 1969-Haywood Co.,NC)
sp: Alonzo Burchfield (b.28 May 1881-Haywood Co.,NC;m.Abt 1907;d.11 Aug 1961-Haywood Co.,NC)
- 5. Samuel Dill Burchfield (b.18 Oct 1904-Haywood Co.,NC;d.May 1980-Haywood Co..NC)
- 5. Clyde Odell Burchfield (b.29 Jan 1908-Haywood Co.,NC;d.25 Apr 1991-Haywood Co.,NC)
sp: Lessie Brooks
- 5. Frank Forest Burchfield (b.15 Apr 1910-Haywood Co.,NC;d.Jul 1983-Haywood Co.,NC)
sp: Effie Reece
- 5. Callie Burchfield (b.Abt 1915)
- 5. James Buford Burchfield (b.Abt 1917)
sp: Gladys Barker
- 5. Arthur Wilford Burchfield (b.15 Feb 1919-Haywood Co.,NC;d.15 Sep 1997-Haywood Co.,NC)
sp: Mamie Lenora Cagle
5. Mildred Burchfield (b.15 Jan 1925-Haywood Co.,NC)
4. Elizabeth "Lizzie" Rogers (b.Apr 1892;d.17 Dee 1S15)
4. James Taylor Rogers (b.15 May 1895-Haywood Co.,NC;d.8 Mar 1979-Haywood Co.,NC)
sp: Laura Elizabeth Davis (m.26 Jun 1915;d.1942-Haywood Co.,NC)
- 5. Unnamed Rogers (b.15 Apr 1916-Haywood Co.,NC)
5. Unnamed Rogers (b.27 Jan 1917-Haywood Co.,NC)
5. Robert Davis Rogers (b.12 Nov 1917-Haywood Co.,NC;d.Bef 1920) ^5
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- 5. Roberta Mae Rogers (b.11 Nov 1918-Haywood Co.,NC)
sp: Rathbone v—/
5. unnamed Rogers (b.6 Jan 1925-Haywood Co.,NC)
- 5. James, Jr. Rogers (b.19 Dec 1925-Haywood Co.,NC)
- 5. Mary Ann Rogers (b.28 Apr 1928-Haywood Co.,NC)
- 5. Unnamed Rogers (b.1 Jun 1935-Haywood Co.,NC)
sp: Cora Mae Caldwell (b.7 Jan 1888-Tennessee;d.15 Oct 1980-Laurens.SC)
- 5. Suellen Rogers
sp: Davis
- 5. Mabel Rogers
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- 5. Ruby Nell Rogers
sp: Ragwell
- 5. Kathleen Rogers
sp: Owens
5. Mildred Rogers
sp: Harris
- 3. Thomas Pinkney Franklin (b.2 Dec 1853;d.29 Sep 1855)
3. Martha Elizabeth Franklin (b.20 Mar 1856-Haywood Co.,NC;d.7 Aug 1863)
3. Joseph C. Franklin (b.27 Nov 1858-Haywood Co.,NC)
sp: Daisy Vashtie Parker (b.Jun 1851-NC;m.31 Dec 1879)
— 4. Laura Etta Franklin (b.Nov 1880-Haywood Co.,NC)
sp: Jack Dills (b.27 Feb 1881-Haywood Co.,NC;m.16 Feb 1902;d.16 Dec 1926-Haywood Co.,NC)
- 5. Robert Dills (b.1903-Haywood Co.,NC)
- 5. Mary Dills (b.1 Sep 1904-Haywood Co.,NC;d.31 Mar 1908-Haywood Co.,NC)
- 5. Dicie Emeline Dills (b.2 Mar 1906-Haywood Co.,NC;d.5 Mar 1975-Haywood Co.,NC)
sp: George Perry Trull (b.29 Jun 1904-Haywood Co.,NC;m.4 Aug 1928;d.1 Jul 1986-Haywood Co.,NC)
- 5. William Roy Dills (b.28 Sep 1908-Haywood Co.,NC;d.1 Jun 1996-Haywood Co.,NC)
sp: Ephrium Taylor Rhodes (b.17 Apr 1865-Haywood Co.,NC;m.1927;d.19 Oct 1938-Haywood Co.,NC)
4. Cordelia S. Franklin (b.Mar 1885-NC)
4. Lucinda L. Franklin (b.Nov 1886-NC)
4. Lorena G. Franklin (b.Jul 1890-NC)
4. Dallas Augustus Franklin (b.7 Jul 1892-Haywood Co.,NC;d.Nov 1970-Lyons.lJnn Co.,OR)
- 4. Flora E. Franklin (b.Aug 1894-Haywood Co.,NC)
sp: Unknown (m.Not married)
- 5. Ruby Franklin (b.2 Apr 1916-Haywood Co.,NC)
5. Homer Franklin (b.23 Apr 1920-Haywood Co.,NC;d.3 Dec 1981-Buncombe Co.,NC)
sp: Helmick (m.Abt 1921)
4. Mary Margaret. Franklin (b.26 May 1895-Haywood Co.,NC;d.3 Mar 1948-Haywood Co.,NC)
sp: George Weaver Pruett (b.22 Dec 1893-Madison Co.,NC;m.22 Feb 1913;d.3 Apr 1955-Haywood Co.,NC) ^
- 5. James Monroe Pruett (b.19 Feb 1914-Haywood Co.,NC;d.9 Feb 1981-Haywood Co.,NC)
156 ~ 5" ° l a U d e A n ' i l W ' PfUett ( b '17 *** 1 9 1 5 - H a y w o o d Co..NC;d.1 Jun 1976-Haywood Co.,NC)
5. Gladys Etta Pruett (b.24 Jan 1920-Haywood Co.,NC)
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[Ed. We are always learning new things from what the neighbors are saying, so to speak. One of the very fine
periodicals that comes our way thanks to the exchange program is The Burke Journal, and we frequently find
information there pertinent to the ancestors of Jackson County families. One particular section of old Burke County
was around Silver Creek. Many of these families eventually made their homes in Jackson County. Many thanks to the
compiler, Betsy Dodd Pittman, and to Burke's editor, Phillip Heavner, for their gracious permission to reprint the
following from their May 2010 issue.]
Tax R o l l C a p t D y s a r d C o m p y 1 8 08
NC State Archives Stack No. CR 014.703.2
Located, transcribed, and submitted by Betsy Dodd Pittman
[NB: The heading on the first page says: "A Return of the taxable property of Captain James Dysart's
Company for the year 1807, by A D Glass JP". However, there is a different list for this company dated
1807, which was transcribed and published in the February 2006 issue of this periodical. The
endorsement on this list gives the date as 1808. bdp]
Land Polls
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David Roper
Richard Allen
James Sellers
Joshua Hall
John Hall Junr
Elijah Hall
Jesse Hall
Moses Wilkinson
James Miller
Thomas Hemphill
James Hemphill
JohnGragg
John McDowell
Thomas Morrison
William Carter
David Glass
Kenith McKenzie
AD Glass
David Bandy
Zachariah Pulham
Robert Patton
Joseph Cowan
James Buchanan
William Sellers
Benjamin Bracket
Adkins Bracket
William Moore
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JACKSON COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY, INC.
2014 Officers
President Kenneth E. Nicholson
Vice Presidents Timothy Osment, William L. Crawford
Secretary Karen C. Nicholson
Treasurer Teresa Deitz Manring
Librarian KimberlyS. Shuler
Office Manager Ruth C. Shuler
Web Master. Deanne G. Roles
Computer Technician Jason N. Gregory
Chair, Publications (Editor) Sanji Talley Watson
Journeys Through Jackson is the official publication of the Jackson County Genealogical Society. Members and non-members are invited to
submit genealogical materials for publication, with the understanding that the editor reserves the right to edit these materials for genealogical
content, clarity, or taste. The Society assumes no responsibility for errors of fact that may be contained in submissions, and except where noted,
the opinions expressed are not those of the editor or of the Jackson County Genealogical Society. The Society accepts no advertising for this
publication except for notices from other non-profit groups.
From the Editor
Well, winter has made it to the mountains, everything from rain to sleet to snow has been seen
here lately. But, on the bright side, it has given everyone an unexpected opportunity to work on
genealogy.
The Society is thriving so far this year with members renewing their memberships, people
coming by the office to use the resources that we have and new mysteries coming to light all the time. If
you haven't been by the office lately, I encourage you to drop by and see all the new materials that we
have. I also encourage you to come to the monthly meetings on the second Thursday of every month.
The meetings are always informative and interesting.
This fall, in October will be our Semi-annual fund-raiser, so keep that in mind. We will be
sending out further information in a few months regarding the activities that we will be having.
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T a b l e o f C o n t e n t s
Table of Contents, Announcements and Expression of Sympathy 1
JCGS Photo Album 2-6
Webster School Catalogue 7-14
Descendants of John Thomas Tatham 15-18
Genetic Genealogy: The Basics of Using DNA for Genealogy 19-24
People Helping Their Neighbors 25-27
Library Acquisitions 27
Treasurer's Report 28
1880 Jackson County Census 29-32
Ruth Bryson Mysteries « 33-36
1931 Jackson County Death Certificates..., 37-40
Book Review: Green River Graves: Hooper and Related Families 41
2014 JCGS Meeting Schedule 42
WWI Draft Cards 43-46
Index 47-48
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We offer our sincere sympathy and condolences to the family of JCGS member Eugene McGinnis. We
dedicate this issue of JTJ in his memory. We also offer our condolences to JCGS members Mary Jo
Hooper Cobb, Peggy Queen Mason , Barbara McCall Mathews, Lynn Allen Bryant and Elizabeth
Moss Wilson on the passing of their family members.
In the Holiday issue of JTJ, the address for Jean Hayes Cook was incorrect: The correct address is: 165
Grady Wiggins Drive, Otto, NC 27863.
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In December at the annual meeting of JCGS the following awards were presented:
The Daniel Washington Deitz Award as presented'to William L. "Bill" Crawford.
The Robert Lee and Drusilla Holden Award was presented to Irene Bishop Hooper.
The Patron Award was presented to James and Jean Scott.
Plaques were presented to Dorris Dills Beck and Lawrence "Larry" Morton for their many years of
service and contributions to JCGS.
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Fowler House and Cottages, Glenville, N. C
Altitude 3.500 ft. Modern Conveniences. Golf, Tennis, Swimming, Fishing, Hiking.
Not a Hotel, but a Home for Summer Quests.
Jean Scott bought this postcard on e-bay, and granted use of it for JTJ. According to Joann
Davis Suddreth, the Fowler House was on the point behind the old Glenville School that sat on
the lake shore. She remembers that it was still operating in 1965 when she was a senior at the
school. The picture below of Robert Lee Gunter and wife Martha Avaline "Mattie" Green
and their son Willie Clarence Gunter was also provided by Jean Scott.
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The above picture is of the David Mitchell and Caroline Owen Shelton family. Mitchell
Shelton is the tall young man in the middle and the girl in the back row with him is Abia
Shelton (never married). The young boy in the front is J. O. "Bud" Shelton and the young
girl is Elsie Shelton Phillips. This picture belongs to Carmaletta Gates and she granted
permission for it to be used in JTJ.
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The following pictures belonged to the late Gwen McCall Ashe.
allowed us to use them in this issue of JTJ.
Her daughter, Kim Ashe graciously
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The gentleman to the above right is John
Harlin Mathis (21 Jan 1842 - 28 Nov
1901). The lady above is his wife Sarah
Haseltine Cathey (19 Oct 1848 - 15 Jun
1930).
The picture to the left is their daughter Dovie
Elizabeth Mathis (16 Apr 1868 - 28 May
1937) and her husband, James Milford
Owen (13 Jan 1865 - 4 Apr 1947).
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The picture above left is a son of John H.
and Sarah H. Cathey Mathis. Weston
Ulysses Mathis (22 Jun 1869 - 23 Feb
1939) and his wife, Martha Jane Owen
(25 Oct 1 8 7 3 - 6 May 1959).
The man above is Andrew Jackson
Owen (3 May 1831 - 18 Sep 1905). The
lady to the left is his wife Mary Ann
McCall (9 Jan 1832-20Mar 1915).
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The picture above is of Andrew Jackson Wood
(6 Dec 1816 - 1 Jan 1908) and his wife, Jane
Henderson (1819-1915).
The picture to the upper right is of Melissa M.
Luker (26 Mar 1899 - 22 Nov 1918), the
daughter of Charles Benjamin Luker and
Sarah Ann McCall, and her husband Shelvin
Owen.
The couple to the right is John Lee Shook (27
Mar 1884 - 20 Aug 1965), and his wife, Mary
Elizabeth Galloway (14 Feb 1883 - 3 Jan 1964)
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The catalogue below was sent to the Society by Gary W. Hines of Louisville, KY. The catalogue predates a gift of
the 1916 catalogue shared by Betty Raby Rowland.
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ED: This was submitted by JCGS member, Mary Buchanan Smith. It will continue in following issues.
MACON AND JACKSON COUNTY LAND RECORDS:
Bk. A., Page 382,1836 ... '180 acres for 10.00 per 100 acres on waters of Savannah Creek.
Bk. A. Page 512, 3 Dec 1845. William Tatham to Warren Barker, for 300.00 pd by Wm. Tatham to Richard Wilson (Hs father-in-law) in year
1840 a parcel of land on Savannah Creek. 85 acres.
Bk. C , pg'1354, 27 Feb 1841. Jacob Sims of 1st part and John Wilson, (Brother-in-law) and William
Tatham of the second part for 10.00 sold unto Isaac Ashe a parcel of land on Savannah
Creek beginning at the mouth of the Hollow below the Ridge, by estimation 40 acres or more . . .
Bk. D., pg 1724 10 June 1844. James M. Tatham for sum of 30.00 on the waters of Savannah Creek, 100 acres with the exception of 10 acres marked off and
granted for the purpose 6f a mill site.
25 Jul 1848. Between William Tatham and George Bumgarner for the sum of fifty dollars a tract of
land on Savannah Creek in County of Macon containing 50 acres.
Bk. 1, pg 32, 1853. William Tatham - Methodist Church (By trans.) 10 Mar 1853 between William
Tatham, Isaac Ashe, Amos Ashe, Christenbury Webb, George Bumgarner and William Tatham,
Trustees for Church grounds and building and appurtenances there on known as the Weslannah Church or
Savannah Church for the use and benefit of the members and minitsers of the Methodist Epispocal
Church and their successors in office as they may be appt. by proper authorities of the Church as
inheritance forever... on waters of Savannah Creek on the North side of Tatham's Mill Race.
William Tatham and R. V. Welch
File 431, Grant 407, Entry 136, Bk 162, pg 293, 3 May 1853, 384 acres Savannah Creek
File 209, Grant 287, Entry 135, Bk 160, pg 559, 3 May 1853, 640 acres Savannah Creek near the head of
Sang Branch.
File 522", Grant 498, Entry 133, Bk 162, pg 572, 3 May 1853, 350 acres on Savannah Creek at J. L.
Tatham's Corner.
File 523, Grant 499, Entry 141, Bk 162, pg 573, 2 May 1853, 640 acres on Savannah Creek. (Tatham and
Welch) marker in Wilson's line . . . Hall's line . . . Wilson's Corner . . . Quilliams line . . . passing
Green's line.
File 524, Grant 500, Entry 134, Bk 162, pg 573, 3 May 1853, 640 acres on Savannah Creek.
File 525, Grant 501, Entry 142, Bk 162, pg 573, 3 May 1853, 640 acres on Savannah Creek.
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File 538, Grant 504, Entry 143, Bk 162, pg 575, 3 May 1853, 640 acres on Savannah Creek.
Bk. 1, pg 109, 1854. William Tatham sold to William H. Higdon, land on Savannah Creek for 2.00.
Bk. 1, pg 109, 1854. 18 Mar 1856. William Tatham, 1st part and Wm. F. Passmore 2nd part. William
Tatham for consideration of 12.00 to him in hand by the said Wm. F. Passmore, Jr. his interest in a
piece of land lying in Jackson County consisting of 1/3 of one undivided interest in same, which lands are
lying on the waters of Chattooga River. Certified 8 Apr 1856.
Pg 533, 24 Apr 1856. Whereas William Tatham has heretofore by entry obtained an interest in Entries
#862, 640 acres; #103, 350 acres; #134, 640 acres; #136, 384 acres; #137, 640 acres; #141, 640 acres;
#142, 640 acres; and #143, 640 acres lying in the County of Jackson for consideration of the sum of two
hundred dollars to William Tatham in hand paid has contracted and sold to James Tatham and F. Leach
off the County of Cherokee on the sixth of said entries on condition that they pay the said Tathm the sum
often cents per acre for one sixth part of the afore said entries and costs of surveying and contingent fees
there and then and the case Tatham obligtes (sic) himself to convey to John Tatham and Leach on
undivided sixth part of said entries.
Bk. 1, pg 494, 18 Mar 1856. William Tatham of State of NC and County of Macon for 30.00 paid by
Warren Barker a piece of land on the east side of Savannah Creek, in Dist. #8 being said Tatham's
interest in the land with John Wilson and Company. Entered 2 May 1836. Estimated 100 acres.
Bk. 2, pg 6, 12 Sep 1856. Between M. Francis, Wm. Tatham, N. Woodfin of Is' part and Wm. Passmore
Jamison of 2nd part for 85.00 paid in full. Sum paid above will be more or less than 10 cents per acre.
William Tatham died in 1858 without a will. His estate had to be settled in federal court in Morganton,
Burke County, NC.
Jackson County Register of Deeds
This indenture made this the 10* day of May in the year of our Lord, 1860, between E. D. Davis Esq.
High Sheriff of the County of Jackson and State of NC of the one part and John Wilson of Jackson Co.
NC of the other, part witnessed by virtue of two executions issuing from the county Court of Jackson
against Joseph Keener and William Tatham for the sum of 263.58 to satisfy the said Execution
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with the cost thereon and the said E. D. Davis Sheriff did seize and take into his hands and custody no
goods nor chatties to be found a certain piece or parcel of land in the County of Jackson bounded as
follows beginning on a Black Oak N. E. corner of No. 158 and runs North seventy Five West 105 pole to
a Black Walnut thence south Twelve west sixty three poles to a White Oak thence South forty poles to a
stake on Savannah Creek at Bumgarner's N. W. Corner thence down the meanders of Savannah Creek
ninety five poles to a Beach Bumgarner's N. E. Corner thence south Twenty five west twenty one poles to
a dogwood thence east twenty five poles to a Hickory thence South forty poles to a Chestnut thence East
fifty eight poles to a Red Oak thence North seventy poles to a Hickory thence seventy eight poles to a
Black Oak thence North five East one hundred poles to a Lynn (sic) at the Stillhouse Branch thence West
down said Branch fifty poles to a Maple on bank of Savannah Creek then North west eighteen poles to a
Stake at a Bridge on the State Road adjoining the Wilson old tract then south seventy two sixteen poles to
stake thence N. fifty five w e s t . . . containing one hundred and seventy nine acres the lands on which the
Widow Tatham now lives and the sheriff after due advertisement according tq,law did cause the piece of
land with all appurtenances be put up at public sale to the highest bidder on the 20th day of March in 1860
at which time John Wilson (Brother to Isabella Tatham) became the last and highest bidder at the sum
of twenty dollars for the lands with appurtenances belonging to William Tatham deed.
Isabella Wilson is the daughter of Richard Wilson and Racheal Strain. She was born on 1 Jun 1802 in
Buncombe Co., NC. She died on 3 Oct 1889, in Jackson Co., NC. Burial in Wesleyanna Cemetery,
Jackson Co., NC.
Notes for Isabella Wilson
1860 Census, Jackson County, North Carolina
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William Henry Tatham .and Isabella Wilson were married on 12 Jan 1826, (Ref. Bible of John & Ann
Tatham.)
15. i. Elizabeth Araline Tatham. She was born on 2 Apr 1827 in Haywood Co., NC. She
married George Bumgarner on 27 Feb 1847 in Macon Co., NC. She died on 24 Aug 1903 in Jackson
Co., NC. Burial in Fairyiew Memorial Gardens, Jackson Co., NC.
16. ii. Lucinda Tatham. She was bprn on 1 Aug 1828 in Savannah Jackson Co., NC. She died
5 Jul 1892 in Savannah, Jackson Co., NC. Burial in Weslyanna Methodist Church Cemetery, Jackson
Co., NC.
17. iii. Clarinda Tatham. She was born on 16 Feb 1830. She married Robert A. Phillips on
13 Oct 1853 in Jackson Co., NC. She died on 3 Oct 1920 in Macon Co., NC.
iv. Alpheus L. Tatham. He was born 22 Nov 1832 in Macon Co., NC. He died in 1854.
Notes for Alpheus L. Tatham
Macon County Land Records
Grant 1144, 23 Dec 1843, Issued 11 Feb 1853, District 11, Section 158 (Jackson County,
NC) on Tatham's Creek, on the waters of Savannah Creek, adjoining William Tatham.
Grant 1145, 12 May 1847, Issued 11 Feb 1853, 100 acres on Savannah Creek (probably
same as Bk. G, pg 52.)
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Bk. G, pg 52, 1853. Altheous Tatham, 100 acres on the waters of Savannah Creek v-^->'
beginning at a popular (sic) tree . . . runs by Luke Wilson's corner.
Jackson County Minute Docket - March Term 1856
Invoice of Estate of A. L. Tatham by William Tatham, Administrator.
Trivit (?) on Stephen Munday, 53.00
2 Watches 108.00
1 bolts refroster (?) 30.00
John B. Allison debt for 150.00
William E. Enloe 50.00
Benjamin Allison 10.00
J. B. Love
1 shot gun
140 acres of land
William Tatham, Administer - Certified by D. Rogers, Clk.
"Family History" said that Lee Tatham was arrested for forcibly taking mail from letter
carrier between Dillsboro and Franklin because he was expecting a letter from a woman.
He was arrested and jailed in Macon County, NC Jail and there died of the "Bloody
Flux". (Told by Mattie Buchanan Cabe, daughter of Lillie Tatham Buchanan.)
18. v. Racheal Minerva Tatham. She was born on 24 Jul 1834 in Macon Co., NC. She
married Jesse Jones in 1856. She died before 1875 in Jackson Co., NC
19. vi. James Lafayette Tatham. He was born on 18 Jul 1837 in Macon Co. NC. He married •^^J
Catherine Boyd on 9 Jun 1861 in Jackson Co., NC. He died on 14 Mar 1919 in Jackson Co., NC. Burial
in Wesleyanna Methodist Church Cemetery, Jackson Co., NC.
20. vii. Thomas Nathaniel Tatham. He was born on 4 Jun 1839 in Jackson Co., NC. He
married Artie Mae Bryson on 15 Feb 1865 in Jackson Co., NC. He died Sep 1919 in Young Harris,
Georgia. Military Service: CSA, CO. A. Infantry Regiment, Thomas Legion. He is buried in Young
Harris, Gerogia.
21. viii. David Jasper Tatham. He was born 15 Apr 1842 in Jackson Co., NC. He married
Mary Collins Pilky on 22 Mar 1866 in Jackson Co., NC. He died 17 Oct 1891 in Jackson Co., NC.
Burial in Wesleyanna Methodist Cemetery, Jackson Co., NC.
22. ix. John M. Tatham. He was bom
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No full textJourneys Through Jackson is the official journal of the Jackson County Genealogical Society, Inc. The journal began as a monthly publication in July 1991, was published bimonthly from 1994 to 2003, and continues today as a quarterly publication. The journal issues in this digital collection are presented as annual compilations.Journeys
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The Official Journal of the Jackson County Genealogical Society, Inc.
Vol. XXVI, No. II Spring 2016
JACKSON COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY, INC.
2016 Officers
President ......................................................................................................................... Timothy Osment
Vice Presidents ....................................................................................... Lynn Hotaling, Jason Gregory
Secretary ............................................................................................................... Mary Buchanan Smith
Treasurer ............................................................................................................... Teresa Deitz Manring
Librarian................................................................................................................................ Marie Clark
Office Manager ............................................................................................................. Karen Nicholson
Web Master ..................................................................................................................... Deanne G. Roles
Computer Technician ................................................................................................... Jason N. Gregory
Chair, Publications (Editor) ..................................................................................... Sanji Talley Watson
Journeys Through Jackson is the official publication of the Jackson County Genealogical Society. Members and non-members are invited to submit genealogical materials for publication, with the understanding that the editor reserves the right to edit these materials for genealogical content, clarity, or taste. The Society assumes no responsibility for errors of fact that may be contained in submissions, and except where noted, the opinions expressed are not those of the editor or of the Jackson County Genealogical Society. The Society accepts no advertising for this publication except for notices from other non-profit groups.
From the Editor
Many apologies for JTJ being late, I have been dealing with some severe health issues, but, now have a handle on things. Thank you for the prayers and support I have been given.
The society continues to grow, but we are still looking for people who would like to volunteer a few hours at the office. It is an opportunity to interact with others interested in genealogy, learn from others and have a great time. You never know what will turn up at the office.
Our web page has been updated and changed around be sure to check it out!
For members and friends who have Facebook, we have a Facebook page, Jackson County Genealogical Society. Be sure to check it out and post messages and pictures. This is a great resource to expand our Society and to connect with people who have ties to Jackson County.
REMEMBER
Set aside Sunday, September 18, 2016 2-4 pm
For our Fundraiser – Cruise The Rebel
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents .............................................................................................................49
JCGS Photo Album.................................................................................................... 50-54
One Hundred Year Old Friendship Quilt ............................................................... 55-60
1880 Census Records – Jackson County .................................................................. 61-64
Descendants of John Thomas Tatham ..................................................................... 65-68
1940 Jackson County Death Certificates ................................................................. 69-72
B. C Cathey Chapter U. D. C. #1651 Rolls .............................................................. 73-74
WWI Draft Cards ...................................................................................................... 75-78
Descendants of William Solomon Parker, Sr. ......................................................... 79-82
Confederate Pension Records Available .................................................................. 83-87
Last Confederate Officer .................................................................................................88
Fallen Heroes .............................................................................................................. 89-91
Circle The Rebel ..............................................................................................................92
Dr. John R. Brinkley .................................................................................................. 93-94
Index ............................................................................................................................ 95-96
The address for JCGS is now:
Jackson County Genealogical Society
Post Office Box 480
Sylva, NC 28779
Stay in touch with us!
Please make sure we have your correct contact information:
Address; phone number; e-mail address and families of interest.
We are in the process of updating everyone’s contact information. Journeys Through Jackson Spring 2016
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JCGS Photo Album
The picture above came from JCGS member Elizabeth Moss Wilson. It was given to her by her Aunt Trudie Coggins Donaldson Blaine. She told Elizabeth that the picture was taken at Double Springs School, located on Cullowhee Mountain. She also told Elizabeth that the building was moved to White Rock to be used as a church. The building is still standing, but services are no longer held there. Front row, left to right: Betty Coggins, Charlie Pierce, Carol Jean Coggins. Second row, left to right: Herman Stewart, Merritt Ledell Coggins, Nora Mae Pierce, Nicky Riley Ammons, Trusie Marie Coggins, Rozel Coggins. Third row, left to right: Carl Coggins, Cora Ammons, Ramond Hooper, Victor Cecil Coggins, Mayle Colvin Coggins (barely seen in picture) Fourth row, left to right: Pauline Coggins, Lillie Ammons, Hazel Inez Coggins, Garland Stewart, Hayes Coggins. Journeys Through Jackson Spring 2016
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JCGS Photo Album
The picture above is one that many people will recognize. It is the old Jess Brown store, located on Highway 281 in the Canada community. Many a RC coke and Moon pies were purchased here. John Robert and Flora Arrington Mills are the grand parents of member Bonnie Barker who shared this picture with us. Journeys Through Jackson Spring 2016
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JCGS Photo Album
The school group above is of the Tilley Creek School in the Cullowhee area. Annette Moore Shelton has shared this one with us. Some of the people are identified and if you know any of the people that are not identified, please let the society or Annette know.
Back Row: Mary Maranda Hooper (Buchanan); Cleve Tilley; unknown; unknown; “Uncle” Harry Tilley; unknown; unknown; Hicks Ashe; Hanson Pressley; Bill Bennett; Sarah “Sally” Amanda Hooper (Moore). Second Row from back: unknown; unknown; David Lee Hooper; unknown; Joe Hooper; unknown; Rob Shelton; “Uncle” Charlie Tilley; unknown; Ed Bryson; unknown; unknown; unknown; Edna Clayton (white dress). Third Row from Back: unknown; Jerdie Ferguson; unknown; unknown; unknown; unknown; unknown; Mae Tilley (Dobson); unknown; unknown; Jessie Roper; Ollie Johnson. Front Row: unknown; unknown; unknown; unknown; Zollie Fox; unknown; unknown; unknown; unknown; unknown. Sitting in front: Bertha Hooper (Suggs); “Uncle” David Lewis Tilley.
The teacher was Mattie Rigdon. Mary Maranda Hooper and Sarah Amanda Hooper were twins. Journeys Through Jackson Spring 2016
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JCGS Photo Album
The picture on the left is of an unknown Moore family. If anyone knows who they are please let the society know. The picture below is of Bessie Moore, Annette Moore Shelton, and Kara Shelton Jones. They are standing next to the chimney at the old Abraham Moore home place. Journeys Through Jackson Spring 2016
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JCGS Photo Album
These are pictures of some of the Centennial activities in 1951. Above includes George Barnes with the fox hounds, and Lloyd and Lib Cowan, with the “Belks of Sylva” float. Below left is of Bennie Reece and Carl Lambert, the lady is unknown. Below right is the “Life on Savannah” float with Royston D. Cowan II, Bonnie McMahan and Emma Tatham Bryson, riding in the back.
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One Hundred Year Old Friendship Quilt
JCGS member, Fern Parris Hensley, recently came in contact with a Friendship Quilt that was completed in 1916. She patiently researched all of the names that were represented on the quilt. She has succeeded in finding all but two of the women. She has complied a book about the quilt and the women involved in its construction. The book is in our library in the office. She was helped by several people in compiling the information about the church, quilt and the people involved.
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Block One: Jane Q., (Lydia Jane Queen); Nancy Crawford, (Nancy Suzannah Morrow); Fannie Bryson, (Frances Caroline Ensley); Bertha Q., (Bertha Odelia Queen)
- Jane Q -
Lydia Jane Carson
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Birth: Abt. 1856 in Jackson, North Carolina, USA
Death: 27 Jun 1943 in Scotts Creek, Jackson, North Carolina, USA; Burial: Old
Carson Cemetery, Jackson County, NC
Father: James Terril Carson
Mother: Charlotte Henson
Husband: Joseph Thomas Queen
Birth: 29 Sep 1852 in Jackson, North Carolina, USA
Death: 28 Jan 1898 in Jackson, North Carolina, USA; Burial: Old Carson
Cemetery, Jackson County, NC
Father: Alfred J. Queen
Mother: Mary Jeffreys
Children:
Name: Mary C. Queen
B. Abt. 1874 in Jackson, North Carolina; D. Unknown
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Name: Leander Queen
B. Abt. 1876 in Jackson, North Carolina; D. 01 Feb 1905 in Jackson, North Carolina
Marriage: 28 Nov 1897 in Jackson, North Carolina, -- Mary M. Wood
Name: William H. Queen
B. Jan 1879 in Jackson, North Carolina, USA Marriage: 23 Feb 1902 in Jackson, North Carolina --Hattie Fisher
Name: Alfred A. Queen
B. 21 Jun 1881 in North Carolina, USA D. 04 Jun 1925 in Hendersonville, Henderson, North Carolina, USA; Burial:
Catawba United Methodist Church Cemetery, Catawba, NC. Married -- Lovie Mildred Yount
Name: Julius Lawson Queen
B. 18 Oct 1884 in Jackson, North Carolina, D. 25 Feb 1964 in Tryon, Polk, North Carolina; Burial: Ebenezer Welcome Bapt. Church Cemetery, Greenville, SC. Marriage: 02 Jul 1911-- Mary Elvira Crawford
Name: Margaret E. Queen
B.: Feb 1887 in Jackson, North Carolina
Name: Artie Jane Queen
B. 16 Feb 1890 in Jackson, North Carolina; D. 09 Mar 1968 in Waynesville, Haywood, North Carolina; Burial: Crawford Cemetery, Jackson County, North Carolina Marriage: 05 Nov 1907 in Jackson, North Carolina -- Samuel Baxter Beck
Name: Bertha Odelia Queen
B. 18 Dec 1892 in Jackson, North Carolina;
D. 10 Jan 1973 in Jackson, North Carolina; Burial: Balsam Baptist Church Cemetery, Jackson, NC;
Marriage: 09 Aug 1938 in Jackson, North Carolina -- Lonnie Mathadious Crisp
Name: John B. Queen
B. Oct 1897 in Scotts Creek, Jackson, North Carolina
Sources
1 Jackson County Heritage - North Carolina Vol II.
2 1860 United States Federal Census.
3 Find A Grave.
4 North Carolina Death Certificates, 1909-1976.
5 North Carolina Marriage Collection, 1741-2011.
6 1900 United States Federal Census, US Census.
7 North Carolina Death Certificates, 1909-1976.
8 North Carolina Birth Indexes, 1800-2000, Birth.
9 1910 United States Federal Census, US Census.
10 1920 United States Federal Census.
11 1930 United States Federal Census.
- Nancy Crawford -
Nancy Suzannah Morrow
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B: 23 Sep 1852 in Jackson, North Carolina
D: 23 Sep 1938 in Jackson, North Carolina; Burial: Crawford Cemetery, Jackson County, North Carolina
Father: Andrew Jackson Morrow
Mother: Clearcey Matilda Massie
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B: 18 Jul 1855 in Jackson, North Carolina; D: 05 Apr 1890 in Jackson, North Carolina; Burial: Crawford Cemetery, Jackson County, North Carolina; Marriage: 04 Dec 1874 in Jackson, North Carolina.
Father: Rev. William R. Crawford
Mother: Olif Varina Hemphill
Children:
Name: Olive Clearcey Crawford
B: 23 Sep 1874 in Jackson, North Carolina; D: 22 Mar 1959 in Sylva, Jackson, North Carolina; Marriage: 24 Oct 1892 in Scotts Creek, Jackson, North Carolina -- Hebron Lee Bryson
Name: Loranzo Washington Crawford
B: 08 Jan 1876 in Jackson, North Carolina; D: 05 Jan 1978 in Sylva, Jackson, North Carolina; Burial: Crawford
Cemetery, Jackson County, North Carolina; Marriage: 06 Mar 1898 in Jackson, North Carolina; -- Julia Paralee Bryson
Name: Candace Maebelle Crawford
B: 14 Apr 1877 in Jackson, North Carolina; D: 04 Jan 1926 in Jackson, North Carolina; Burial: Crawford Cemetery,
Jackson County, North Carolina; Marriage: Abt. 1896 -- David Oliver Green
Name: Alice Isabelle Crawford
B: 14 Apr 1877 in Jackson, North Carolina; D: 1898 in Jackson, North Carolina; Burial: Crawford Cemetery, Jackson County, North Carolina; Marriage -- William Lee Fisher
Sources
1 1880 United States Federal Census.
2 1860 United States Federal Census.
3 1870 United States Federal Census.
4 Jackson County Heritage - NC Vol. I.
5 The Cemeteries of Jackson County (Jackson County Genealogical Society).
6 1920 United States Federal Census.
7 North Carolina Death Indexes, 1908-2004.
8 Jackson County Heritage - NC Vol. I.
9 1900 United States Federal Census, US Census.
10 North Carolina Death Certificates, 1909-1976.
- Fannie Bryson –
Frances Caroline Ensley
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B: 12 Apr 1846 in Haywood, North Carolina; D: 29 May 1919 in Jackson, North Carolina; Burial: Crawford
Cemetery, Jackson County, North Carolina
Father: William Grant Ensley
Mother: Judith Lackey
Husband: Francis Marion Bryson
B: 23 Jun 1841 in North Carolina; D: 08 Nov 1918 in Scotts Creek, Jackson, North Carolina; Burial: Crawford Cemetery, Jackson County, North Carolina; Marriage: 15 Oct 1863
Father: Robert Bryson
Mother: Mary Jane Cunningham
Children:
Name: Thomas Clingman Bryson
B: 25 Jul 1865 in Jackson, North Carolina; D: 13 Mar 1940 in Jackson, North Carolina; Marriage: 03 Dec 1889 -- Laura Palstine Henson Journeys Through Jackson Spring 2016
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Name: John B. Bryson
B: 10 Jul 1867 in Jackson, North Carolina; D: 05 Dec 1918 in Scotts Creek, Jackson, North Carolina; Marriage -- Mary Magdeline Brooks
Name: Robert Lee Bryson
B: 29 Jul 1869 in Jackson, North Carolina; D: 11 Oct 1943 in Conconully, Okanogan, Washington;
Research Notes for Frances Caroline Ensley
The 1900 Census shows Frances Caroline to be married 36 years and the mother of 3 children.
Sources
1 Find A Grave.
2 North Carolina Death Certificates, 1909-1976.
3 Washington, Deaths, 1883-1960.
- Bertha Q -
Bertha Odelia Queen
B: 18 Dec 1892 in Jackson, North Carolina; D: 10 Jan 1973 in Jackson, North Carolina; Burial: Balsam Baptist
Church Cemetery, Jackson, NC
Father: Joseph Thomas Queen
Mother: Lydia Jane Carson
Husband: Lonnie Mathadious Crisp
B: 06 May 1892 in Willets, Jackson County, NC; D: 07 Aug 1977 in Jackson, North Carolina; Burial: Balsam Baptist Church Cemetery, Jackson, NC; Marriage: 09 Aug 1938 in Jackson, North Carolina.
Father: Samuel Thaddeus Crisp
Mother: Sarah Martha Magdaline Shuler
Research Notes for Bertha Odelia Queen:
The 1940 Census shows Bertha's mother, Lydia Jane Carson Queen, living with her. There are five children by
Lonnie's previous marriage in the household. The youngest child was 4 years of age. Another interesting fact is
that the name of all five children began with the letter "V".
Sources
1 Find A Grave.
2 North Carolina Marriage Collection, 1741-2011.
3 North Carolina Birth Indexes, 1800-2000, Birth.
4 1910 United States Federal Census, US Census.
5 1920 United States Federal Census.
6 1930 United States Federal Census.
7 Jackson County Heritage - North Carolina Vol II.
8 North Carolina Death Certificates, 1909-1976.
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Below is a list of the names on the quilt. Be sure to check out the book that Fern complied for more information on Mount Pleasant Church and the people involved in the quilt.
Quilt block "One"
. . . Jane Q. . . . . .. . . . (Lydia Jane Carson)
. . . Nancy Crawford . (Nancy Suzannah Morrow)
. . . Fannie Bryson . . . (Frances Caroline Ensley)
. . . Bertha Q. . . . . . . . (Bertha Odelia Queen)
Quilt block "Two"
. . . Julia C. . . . . . . . . . (Julia Paralee Bryson)
. . . Nora Shuler . . . . . (Nora Mae Mills)
. . . Artie B. . . . . . . . . . (Artie Jane Queen)
. . . Lela P. . . . . . . . . . . (Lela Melvina Cogdill)
Quilt block "Three"
. . . S. E. Mathis . . . . . (Susan E. Fisher)
. . . Rosie Bryson . . . . (Sina Rosetta Bryson)
. . . Mary C. . . . . . . . . (Mary E. Oxner)
. . . Laura Wood . . . . . (C. Laura Wood)
Quilt block "Four"
. . . Addie C. . . . . . . . . (Depina Adelaide Clayton)
. . . Julia Mills . . . . . . (Julia Ann Wood)
. . . Rhoda Coward . . (Rhoda C. Wood)
. . . Unidentifiable
Quilt block "Five"
. . . Cavy . . . . . . . . . . . (Cavy Estella Shuler)
. . . Rev. A. L. Beck . . (Rev. Alden Lafayette Beck)
. . . S. I. Nicholson
. . . Mary Q. . . . . . . . . (Mary Jane Bryson)
Quilt block "Six"
. . . Mollie F. . . . . . . . (Mollie Jane Cogdill)
. . . Addie Henson . . . (Nancy Adelaide Calhoun)
. . . Julia Mills . . . . . .
. . . Cora D. . . . . . . . . (Cora H. Dean)
Quilt block "Seven"
. . . Mary B. . . . . . . . . (Mary Lee Bryson)
. . . Emma Moore. . . . (Mary Emma Hoyle)
. . . Artie W. . . . . . . . . (Artie Queen)
. . . Mollie Q. . . . . . . . (Mary Elvira Crawford)
Quilt block "Eight"
. . . Lizzie C. . . . . . . . (Eva Elizabeth Parris)
. . . Iva Phillips . . . . . (Bertie Ivalee Henson)
. . . Mag Wood . . . . . (Maggie Lucinda Walker)
. . . Ibie Fisher . . . . . .(Isabella Mills)
Quilt Block "Nine"
. . . Belle Bryson . . . . (Mary Isabelle Fisher)
. . . Nora Shuler . . .
. . . Novela Mathis . . . (Novella Wood)
. . . Fannie F. . . . . . . . (Berta Fannie Bryson)
Quilt Block "Ten"
. . . M. E. Green . . . . . (Mary Louise Hogan)
. . . V. A. Cook . . . . . . .(Lavina "Vina" A. Wood)
Quilt Block "Eleven"
. . . Thursey Cogdill . . (Sara Mary Thursey Henry)
. . . Z. M. Parker
Quilt block "Twelve"
. . . Martha Hoyle . . . . (Martha Elizabeth Mills)
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1880 Jackson County Census Records
ED: We continue in this issue the Scotts Creek Township. Abstracted in 2016 by Sanji Talley Watson. The enumerator had trouble keeping the numbers of the households and families in order, they are abstracted as written.
60 – 62
Jones, Buster
69
W – Blacksmith
NC NC NC
Anna
73
W – Wife – House keeping
“ “ “
61-63
Blanton, Jeremiah
50
W – Farmer
NC NC NC
Mary
39
W – House keeping
“ “ “
Maggie M.
19
W – Daughter – At home
“ “ “
Elis
17
W – Son – At home
“ “ “
James
15
W – Son – At home
“ “ “
Arty C.
2
W -- Daughter
“ “ “
62-64
Fisher, William T.
46
W – Farming
TN TN TN
Nancy
33
W – Wife – House keeping
NC TN NC
Mary C.
11
W – Daughter – At home
NC TN NC
Souson
9
W – Daughter
“ “ “
William L.
5
W – Son
“ “ “
Margret J.
3
W -- Son
“ “ “
John B.
11/12
W -- Grandson
“ “ “
63-65
Bryson, John S.
34
W – Farming
NC NC NC
Olief M.
27
W – Wife – House keeping
“ “ “
Sulivan B.
10
W – Son – At home
“ “ “
Mary V.
8
W – Daughter
“ “ “
Elbert
5
W – Son
“ “ “
Phillip T.
3
W – Son
“ “ “
Sina
1
W -- Daughter
“ “ “
64-66
Stuart, Syntha
48
W – House keeping
NC NC NC
Barnes H.
19
W – Son – Tending Mill
NC SC NC
Mary J.
16
W – Daughter-in-law – At home
NC NC NC
65-67
Sutton, Joseph M.
39
W – Farming
“ “ “
Violet
30
W – Wife – House keeping
“ “ “
Mary
13
W – Daughter – At home
“ “ “
Andrew J.
11
W – Son – At home
“ “ “
Martha M.
9
W – Daughter
“ “ “
Sarah I.
7
W -- Daughter
“ “ “
Robert R.
4
W – Son
“ “ “
Alice A.
3/10
W – Daughter
“ “ “
66-68
Painter, Samuel
30
W – Farming
NC NC NC
Jane
28
W – Wife – House keeping
“ “ “
Emaline
10
W – Daughter – At school
“ “ “
Bele
9
W – Daughter
“ “ “
Alice
6
W – Daughter
“ “ “
John S.
4
W – Son
“ “ “
Violet
1
W – Daughter
“ “ “
67-69
Cook, Hance M.
74 W – Test Master
NC NC NC
Elender
70
W – Wife – House keeping
” “ “
68-70
Cook, James J.
41
W – Farming
NC NC NC
Sarah E.
35
W – Wife – House keeping
” “ “
Reed, Alice
19
W – Servant
SC SC SC
69-70
Cook, Marcus
25
W – Farming
NC NC NC
Martha
21
W – Wife – house keeping
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Samuel F.
5
W – Son
NC NC SC
George L.
3
W – Son
“ “ “
Talitha J.
7/12
W – Daughter
“ “ “
Fierson, John
30
W -- Tinner
NJ NJ NJ
80-82
Mills, James J.
82
W – Farming
NC NC TN
Richel
47
W – Wife – House keeping
NC NC NC
Columbus
9
W – Son
“ “ “
Salona
7
W – Daughter
“ “ “
Joseph
5
W – Son
“ “ “
Mabala M.
2
W – Daughter
“ “ “
81-83
Love, Richard
28
B -- Farming
NC NC NC
Caroline
23
B – Wife – House keeping
“ “ “
82-84
Norman, Louisa
66
W – House keeping
NC NC NC
Benjamin
29
W – Son – Works on farm
“ “ “
Rebeca
23
W – Daughter – At home
“ “ “
James
2
W – Grandson
“ “ “
Mary M.
3/12
W – Granddaughter
“ “ “
83-85
Norman, James
33
W – Farming
NC NC NC
Sarah
31
W – Wife – House keeping
“ “ “
Sarah E.
8
W -- Daughter
“ “ “
Robert V.
6
W – Son
“ “ “
Norman, Abraham
22
W – Brother – At home
“ “ “
84-86
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T h e Official Journal of t h e J a c k s o n C o u n t y G e n e a l o g i c a l S o c i e t y , Inc.
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JACKSON COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY, INC.
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President Kenneth E. Nicholson
Vice Presidents Timothy Osment, William L. Crawford
Secretary .*. Karen C. Nicholson
Treasurer E. Lawrence Morton
Librarian. DorrisD.Beck
Office Manager Ruth C. Shuler
WebMaster. Deanne G. Roles
Computer Technician Jason N. Gregory
Chair, Publications (Editor) Sanji Talley Watson
Journeys Through Jackson is the official publication of the Jackson County Genealogical Society. Members and non-members are invited to
submit genealogical materials for publication, with the understanding that the editor reserves the right to edit these materials for genealogical
content, clarity, or taste. The Society assumes no responsibility for errors of fact that may be contained in submissions, and except where noted,
the opinions expressed are not those of the editor or of the Jackson County Genealogical Society. The Society accepts no advertising for this
publication except for notices from other non-profit groups.
From the Editor
For 17 years, Journeys Through Jackson has been produced and edited by Robert Larry Crawford.
Through hard work and perseverance, he has taken the journal from its humble beginnings to the award
winning publication that we all receive. He has informed, educated, and at times entertained us with the
information that he has collected, been gifted with, and allowed to use by members and friends of the
society alike. He has dedicated untold hours to ensuring that our journal was as good as he could make it.
He is and will continue to be a valuable resource for the society. As the new Editor, I stand in awe of the
tremendous work and effort that Larry has given the society as Editor. I have no hesitation in saying I
cannot begin to fill his shoes, only hope that I can follow in his footsteps. Thank you, Larry, for all the
work you have done and will continue to do for the society.
Larry and I graduated from Sylva-Webster High School in 1963. Our paths did not cross again until I
became principal at Smoky Mountain High School in 1994. Larry was one of the best teachers that I have
had the opportunity to observe. His history classes were filled with students who were required to take
most of his classes. Although the classes were required, they came to love history and the teacher who
made history come alive. Larry respected his students and they respected him. One of his classes that
drew my attention to his rapport and respect from students was World Religions. Although this class was
not required and was listed as an elective it was always filled with students who knew that Larry would
continue to expect their best and they would respond with their best work.
Larry is very knowledgeable of the families of Jackson county. He is able to tell you about your
cousins, uncles, aunts, grandparents, parents and most other relatives that you might have. Larry has for a
number of years been the Editor of Journeys Through Jackson. His knowledge of and research for articles
are impeccable. His work ethic is never ending and his ability to write transcends you into the past as if
you were there.
Larry, I know that "rest" is not in your vocabulary so I know that you will continue to research and
write. As one famous person stated, "Thanks for all the memories that you bring to life for us."
— Kenneth E. Nicholson, President JCGS
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C T a b l e o f C o n t e n t s
Announcements and Expression of Sympathy 1
JCGS Photo Album 2 - 6
Prepublication Announcement 7-8
Financial Statement for 2012 9
Scott Foundation Scholarship Announcement 10
Of Mountains, Mountain People, and Mountain Waters That Call
Their Children Home 11 - 14
1927 Jackson County Death Certificates of Persons Born 1900 - 1 9 3 0 15 - 18
James Brown F a m i l y - Who are They? 19 - 24
A New JCGS Member's Ties to Jackson County 25 - 28
Franklin Descendants 29 - 32
A Native Son 33 - 36
Building the Glenville Dam 37 - 39
Continuation of Death Certificates and Library Acquisitions 40
Shepherd Photographs 41 - 46
Index 47-48
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We offer our sincere sympathy to the family of JCGS member, Franlde Jean Shelton Stewart. Our
condolences to members: Naomi Beck Seago, R. O. Wilson, Rachel Brown Phillips, Edith Jamison
Cabe, Jim Wheatley, and Pearl Brown Smith on the passing of their family members.
A good friend to the society, who allowed us to interview her and put her life on paper, passed away on 2
Jan 2013. Mrs. Nancy Jane Shook' Chastain passed away after a long and eventful life. She enjoyed
being independent, having her own garden, canning and making quilts for people in need. She was born
on 23 Oct 1909 to James Marion and Clercy Jane Hooper Shook, She will be missed by many.
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Q u e r y
We received two queries from Mrs. Linda McGuire of Durant, Oklahoma. She is a great-granddaughter of
James and Elizabeth Parker Moore. Hopefully, some of the members may be able to help Mrs. McGuire.
First Inquiry: Would anyone have information about:
Elizabeth J. Parker; b. 25 Aug 1840 in North Carolina, d. 12 Jan 1904, Indian Territory,
Oklahoma. She married James A. Moore; b 5 Apr 1830 in North Carolina, d. 10 Mar 1910. They came
to Indian Territory about 1890. Their daughter, Ella Wike remained in East La Porte. North Carolina.
My grandmother, Lula Caro Wells, lived in Indian Territory.
Second Inquiry: Does anyone know where the Masonic Lodge was located in East La Porte? James A.
Moore, a carpenter, is supposed to have carved the door to this lodge, and I would like a picture of it.
If you can help, contact Mrs. McGuire at: [email protected]
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S o c i e t y P r e s e n t s A w a r d s a t D e c e m b e r a n n u a l m e e t i n g .
From left to right: B. B. "Bud" Cantrell, James Monteith accepting for Kay Keefer Monteith, Ben H.
Battle, Jr, and Jane Gibson Nardy. Picture used with permission of the Sylva Herald.
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The Jackson County Genealogical Society presented its yearly awards as is customary at the annual
meeting. Three persons - Sue Kilby Fouts, Ben H. Battle, Jr. and Kay Keefer Monteith received the
JCGS Patron Award for their benevolent support of the Society.
The Daniel Washington Deitz Memorial Award was presented to longtime JCGS Vice-President B. B.
"Bud" Cantrell. Bud has served the Society in numerous ways, most notably as one of the program
chairmen, and always with his trademark grin.
Winner of the Robert Lee and Drucilla Holden Award for Distinguished Service to Genealogy was Jane.
Gibson Nardy. A JCGS life member, Jane is the author of several books, many articles (including some
for this publication), and is one of the mainstays of the Cashiers Historical Society. Accepting her award
with her usual wit and grace, Jane gave an anecdotal story that proves the "superiority" of genealogists.
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These Photographs are two of the
many from the estate of our late
member Willa Mae Dills Scroggs.
While we are not sure of the
identities of these persons, the
pictures are interesting examples of
social history relative to style.
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Also from the Scroggs pictures, and speaking of social history, we
don't find it bizarre to add a picture of "Old Sparky," the state's
electric chair.
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of the Dillsboro Hensley family. Picture submitted by JCGS member Jean Hooper Scott.
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[Ed: The Financial Statement was provided by JCGS Treasurer, Larry Morton.]
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S c o t t F o u n d a t i o n S c h o l a r s h i ps ^J
At the JCGS Christmas dinner and awards program in December, President Ken Nicholson
announced the endowment of a scholarship program to be administered by the Society. JCGS members
Jim and Jean Hooper Scott of Tryon provided a generous start-up fund to originate this program. A
Society committee was named and it has since met to establish the scholarship rules and parameters.
Applicants must be students at Smoky Mountain High School, Blue Ridge High School and Early
College, Jackson County Early College, or the Jackson County School of Alternatives. The applicant
must also write an essay related to family or genealogical research. The winners will then report to the
Society within one year.
In the first year, two scholarships valued at $750.00 each are to be awarded. Checks will then be
made to the college or university of the winners.
W o u l d y o u l i k e t o c o n t r i b u t e?
Make checks specifically to the Scott Foundation Scholarship Fund, and send to the Society's post office
address. This gift, of course, is tax deductible.
JCGS member Linda Hughes Collins with her great-grandson, Spencer Fitzgerald, who fished the
winning tickets in the JCGS raffle last October.
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O f M o u n t a i n s , M o u n t a i n P e o p l e , a n d M o u n t a i n W a t e r s
T h a t C a l l T h e i r C h i l d r e n H o m e
[Ed. The following article was written and submitted by JCGS member Don Casada. Its principal subject, Elizabeth Holt, is a
granddaughter of JCGS member Christine Cole Proctor.]
Close on the heels of dog days, on a warm September morning, a shuttle boat carried a gathering of folks
across Fontana Lake. Shortly after leaving the launch area at Cable Branch, the boat passed over the
streambed of what was once a fine mountain river.
From way back in the mountains, hundreds of feeder streams laughed, jumped, played, and sang along
their descending way. Boisterous waters showered diamond sprays of life onto the stream banks where
ramps, sarvis, squirrel corn, bluets and yellow root reaped the blessings of their contagious joy. They
were living, life giving waters.
Trickles became branches, branches became forks, and forks became creeks. The accumulated
collections fed the Oconaluftee, Tuckaseigee, Nantahala and Little Tennessee Rivers, waters eons older
than the Cherokee names which predated the arrival of white men. The Tuckasegee, a man among men
flowing on an east-west course, met the south-to-north flowing lady of the Little Tennessee. It was love
at first sight, and the couple was married near the place that would become the little town of Bushnell.
Tuck, the gentleman, defied human convention and took on the name of his bride. Although they called
themselves the Little Tennessee, it was Tuck's east-west course that they followed from that point on, in
deference to his better judgment. For Tuck, unlike the sweet Little T, drew much of his life blood from
the Great Smoky Mountains which they would skirt along the rest of their way. Of all those who traveled
these mountains, no one knew every holler like Old Tuck.
Now more mature in demeanor than in their earlier rambunctious ways, the two that were now one
inclined to a gentler course, as if on a front porch swing of a Sunday afternoon. But they could still kick
up their heels every now and then. Like all couples, they'd occasionally have their issues, separating to
the left and the right around Calhoun Island near Wayside. Differences resolved, they rejoined hands
downstream, and the family continued to grow along the way.
Damned by progress and dammed by the TVA, laughter and family ties along this section of the Little
Tennessee have been silenced and broken for seven decades. The life-giving energy from North Carolina
Counties of Jackson, Macon (Macon's part includes a charitable donation from Rabun County, Georgia),
Graham and Swain is deadened by the dam, harvested by turbines, and sent by wires without payment
into Tennessee. The formerly vibrant river lies buried beneath 370 feet of stagnant water and silt
accumulation at the point where our boat passed over.
Our destination was Hazel Creek, a place where unhindered waters still flow and echoes of laughter yet
linger, unreachable by the roads of an uncivilized world. There are those who despair the lack of road
access to this land, including some of our little company. A sense of betrayal by the same federal
government - which took the land that many called home - underlies the despair. But were there now a
road to this place, I fear that the song it sings softly in minor mountain key would be lost in the discordant
strife and the noise. That has certainly been the case for Cades Cove, located just across the spine of the.
Smokies, where an armada of automobiles daily assault what was once a place of perspicacious people
imbued with both the spirit and ability to make do.
There are reasons aplenty to go to this place and others like it. I routinely find myself seeking the refuge
of walking and crawling, sometimes tumbling and sliding through these mountains, most often alone.
Whisperings of advice and signs of parental affection — as well as stern admonitions - from these
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mountains (which are indeed our parents) are most readily perceived by the wonderfully lonesome, if .
somewhat prodigal, child. ^—^
But on this day, I was glad to be in the company of some like-minded companions. Though seeking a
place, ours was not a search for solitude. We were intent on congregating, cornmitting, honoring, and
remembering.
Proctor
The particular place on Hazel Creek to which we were headed has been known since the late 1800s as
Proctor. Sometime before 1830, Moses and Patience Proctor settled here and began raising a family.
Their home place was on what is now known as Shehan Branch in Possum Holler. It empties into Hazel
Creek - or directly into the lake itself when it is full - almost four miles from where Hazel Creek once
emptied into the Little Tennessee River.
The Proctors had come over the main spine of the Smokies from Cades Cove. If it was solitude and
elbow room they sought, they found it. Based on the sequence of names in the 1830 Macon County
census (this area is now in Swain County, but Swain wasn't formed until 1871) and knowledge of where
other families located, it was likely well over a half-dozen miles to their closest neighbors. Something
just felt right about this particular place, so they carved out a home and a life for themselves and their
children here. Bradshaws, Cables and others were soon to come to the area, but it remained sparsely
populated for decades.
In 1848, Joseph Brackett composed the Shaker Hymn, "Simple Gifts". Though penned a thousand miles
away near the northeastern end of the Appalachian Mountain range, the words could well have applied to
the lives of Patience, Moses, and their children in the Hazel Creek valley: v /
'Tis the gift to be simple, 'tis the gift to be free,
'tis the gift to come down where you ought to be.
And when we find ourselves in the place just right,
It will be in the valley of love and delight.
Times and seasons pass; lives and circumstances change. The Civil War took away two of their sons,
Moses, Jr. and Mansfield. Moses, Sr. died, perhaps of a broken heart, in 1864. Patience lived to see the
end of the war and the return of two sons and a son-in-law, but according to family tradition described by
Duane Oliver in Remembered Lives, she was never the same. She died in 1870, and is buried beside
Moses on the ridge near their home.
Over time, their children and their children's children drifted to and fro, ranging up the river and across
the mountains back into Tennessee. Ritter Lumber Company arrived and set up a massive operation in
the early 1900s, providing hundreds of jobs - for a time. But by the late 1920s, the raw materials of the
entire Hazel Creek basin had been sawn, kiln dried, cut to dimension, and shipped away to become floors,
furniture, books and toilet paper, so Ritter Lumber closed shop. While there were still several dozen
farnilies who owned land and lived in the area, including some descendants of Moses and Patience, the
vast majority of the Hazel Creek drainage was now owned by land speculators such as Jack Coburn and
George Stikeleather (to whom Ritter had sold its vast holdings). Private fishing waters were established ,
with uninvited natives unwelcome.
Physical connections to vestiges of life as it had once been were completely severed by the construction
of Fontana Dam in the early 1940s. Exercising powers of what might be called pre-eminent domain with
a will, TVA acquired all lands on the north shore of Fontana, removed the people and turned the land over ^ j
to the Department of Interior for inclusion in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. It is worth
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/ noting here that the entire area along the north shore of the Little Tennessee had been coveted for the Park
^ ^ since the 1920's; in fact, it had been included in the original park outline, drawn in 1926.
hi the course of a century, Hazel Creek witnessed the coming of the first white settlers, an era of slow
increase in families on subsistence farms, followed by a period of rapid industrial and job growth, an
equally rapid loss of resources - an thus industry and its jobs. By the time the 1930 census was taken,
there were but two dozen individuals on the entire north shore who listed saw mill or logging as their
trade, and most of these were well to the east of Hazel Creek.
Just over a decade later, there was to be no more permanent human presence.
And yet .... even now, there is something about this place which seems to want people around, and it
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Treasurer David C. Frizzell
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Chair, Publications (Editor) R. Larry Crawford
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From the Editor
Does anyone know what season it is at the moment? Three weeks ago we were shivering through a
blackberry winter that was breaking records in many places, then in the last few days we have sweltered.
When we would complain as children about the weather, our very wise mother would inform us that it was '
not a bit of our business. Wise words indeed. y
Join us in this issue for our usual mixture of official records, family descent, the continuation of the
cemetery census we have been publishing, a small humorous recipe, and some excellent how-to materials
from the North Carolina State Archives. We also, of course, have some fine old photographs for your perusal.
Notice on the first page this time about our picnic announcement, and make sure to return your
Holden Award nomination by August 1. If at all possible, be with us for our covered - dish meal, always a
highlight of the summer. And as always, regardless of the weather, keep on digging.
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Dedication and Announcements 69
JCGS Photo Album 70 - 72
Papers Concerning Individual Indian Reservations 73 - 76
The Cure 76
The Descendants of Abraham Enloe 77 - 80
Some Examples of Land Grants. 81 - 84
The Picklesimer Descendancy of Lonnie Daves 85 - 88
Watauga Baptist Church Cemetery. 89-92
Genealogy Information from the North Carolina State Archives 93 - 96
1953 Jackson County Death Certificates 97 - 1 0 0
Items for Sale by JCGS 100
Index 101-102
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Dedication
This issue of Journeys Through Jackson is dedicated to the memory of JCGS member R.L.
Crawford. Robert Lester Crawford Jr. passed away Sunday June 2. We and R.L. would have
funny conversations about the similarities of our names, even though we were not related. (R.L.
was a descendant of the Macon County, thus Haywood County, Crawford family as contrasted to
the Willets and Cullowhee Crawfords of Jackson County, and even though many persons have
expended great genealogical efforts, those families have not been connected after 1769.) R.L.
was an Air Force veteran of World War U, and was a much-liked member of our Society. We
extend our sympathy to his widow, children, and grandchildren.
Announcements
Make your plans now to be with the Society at the annual picnic in August. On Thursday August
8 at 6:30 p.m., we will gather at the WCU picnic area for our meal and our annual awards
presentation. We hope to see you there. Please find your Holden Award nomination with this
issue and mail to the Society address.
Sold out. The second volume of Jackson County Heritage is no longer available; therefore,
members who know of persons interested in purchasing a copy should take their names and
addresses for a waiting list. We will need 100 names before we can consider a reprint.
Deanne Gibson Roles, our Technology Coordinator, reports that she is now placing notices of
family reunions at our Website. An excellent idea.
Genealogy fairs and seminars coming up this summer in Macon County (June) and Rowan
County (August).
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Above, a fine photograph of the Caney Fork Nicholson family. This picture shows the R.A. and
Miranda Hooper Nicholson family, and is submitted by JCGS member Kenneth Nicholson,
who identifies the following: On the back row are Marion, G.T., the parents R.A. and Miranda,
Hut, Lucy (who married into the Queen family), and Will. The lads in the next row are Marion's
sons excpt for G.T.'s son Raymond Sr. on the right. The seated ladies are Marion's wife Ellen
(Wood), G.T.'s wife Parthenia (Page), Varinia (who married into the Stephens family), Hut's
wife Lola (Stephens), and the other women and children are not yet identified. The little boys in
front include G.T.'s sons John and Burder on the left and three others. Kenny would welcome
further identifications. We would estimate the year of this picture as about 1908 - 1910.
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The dapper outfit above is a gathering of a Balsam area chapter of the International Order of Odd
Fellows. More treasures from the photograph collection that belonged to Julia Bryson
Crawford, whose grandson Bill Crawford submits this picture for us. Bill's grandfather
"Ranzy" and uncle Hebron Bryson are both in the picture.
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The picture above is not as old as the photos we usually run, but the subject is a living - history
example that is worth preserving. The persons in the picture are identified as Talmadge
Monteith, Edith Monteith, and Wiley Green, and the photograph shows a sorghum mill in
operation between Dillsboro and Barker's Creek. Submitted by JCGS member Tim Barker, who
obtained the photo from Dale Pittman. (Photograph credit - Van Fossen Photos, Chicago,
Illinois.)
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L o o s e P a p e r s C o n c e r n i n g I n d i v i d u a l R e s e r v a t i o n s f or
C h e r o k e e I n d i a n s
[Ed. It is hardly the scope of our publication to delve into all of the political convolutions and shenanigans centering
around the status of the American Indian. In a nutshell, let it be sufficient to say that the state of North Carolina gave a
halfhearted effort to provisions of the 1819 treaty which would allow the Cherokees individual reservations. These
papers predate the Indian removal efforts of the 1830's by some years, and show that the Cherokees who lived in the
Smoky Mountains were to be exempt from the controversies that surrounded the Trail of Tears by the mere fact that
they were property owners in the state of Norm Carolina. If all of this had come to pass, then the history of our
immediate area would have been somewhat different from the way it eventually transpired. We all know that a federal
reservation was eventually a reality. We all also know the disgraceful way that the American Indian was treated, even
if some of us' would prefer to deny the facts. But with political opinions and sermons aside, here are some factual
documents from our area from the early 1820's. Transcribed by Larry Crawford from material gathered in the North
Carolina State Archives in the Haywood County loose court papers January 2002.]
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November the 20, A.D. 1820
"A true and acerat [Ed. "accurate" is our best guess. This man was challenged even more than
many of his contemporaries where spelling was concerned, and we suspect that he made some of
the Cherokee names unrecognizable.] Numeration of the Indians that is living on the purches also
the number of reservations that has been Surved. I was at a loss to distinguish the age and sects
and have added each family together."
State of North Carolina
Name
Longblanket
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Little george
Cat
Cinoa
Conigoss
Cohoos
Bird
John Welch
Bets
Beare in the hole
Bever Carer
Joney Cuchey
Oter
Twainkelly
Mores
Uehchuler
Temomaker
John Urey (Ucey?)
Omicker
Snipe
Mardoge
Wolf
Ginny
Haywood County Is/ J Phillips
No. in family Reservations
3 1
4 1
6 1
6 1
2 1
10 1
6 1
2 1
5 1
8 1
3 1
3 1
8 1
7 1
7 1
5 1
6 1
8 1
2 1
5 1
10 1
5 1
6 1
7 1
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Name
Santylake
Skikimy
Sug (Sreg?)
Cutehey
Waley
Little dear
Six kiler
Whiporwill
Eightkiler
Sharp
Rabbit
Partridg
Gideon Mores
Dick Walker
Lowin
Cob
Yaler Bird
Tom
Jack
Spik buck
Pots
Big Tom
Drownding bare
Jacob
Dead bare
Walter
Standing dear
Qual
Sapsucker
Borg
Rain
Canot
Tick
Kehuskey
Saley
Arnick
Big bare
Standing wolf
Nicky Jack
Jacob
Betts
Butterfly
Small horn
Willnotey
Jonston
Big buck
Cowin
Big Tom
Grass
Bare at home
No. in Family
4
2
2
6
4
5
25
5
10
3
7
7
4
10
5
4
3
5
8
10
10
8
14
16
6
7
5
5
3
5
8
7
7
2
4
7
1
6
4
8
5
4
5
7
8
7
12
7
1
1
Reservations
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Name No. in Family Reservations
William Reed 7
Shoney John 10
Nicky Jack 6
Noine 7
Stekoy 4
Total 487
[Ed. The following are court cases with Cherokees as plaintiffs against white men who have
encroached on the formers' land. We do not have the outcomes of the trials or hearings. In at
least one case, a defendant (Bryson) was the ancestor of many JCGS members. It is also likely
that we have JCGS members who are descended from the plaintiffs or certainly from the list
above.]
State of North Carolina
To the Sheriff of Haywood County, Greeting:
You are hereby commanded to take the Body of Abraham Picklesimer if to be found in your
County, and him safely keep, so that you have him before the Honorable Judge of our Superior
Court of Law at our Court to be held for the County of Haywood at the Court-House in
Waynesville on the 2 Wednesday after the 4^ Monday in September next, then and there to
answer Old Nancy in a plea of Trespass Ouare Clausum Fregit [Ed. The legal expression means
that the defendant has unlawfully settled on the plaintiffs property.] wherefore he Broke his
Close to her.. .Damage two hundred pounds
Herein fail not, and have you then and there this Writ.
Witness John B Love Clerk of our said Court, at offr
in March 1823 in the XL7 Year of our Independence.
office on the 2 Wednesday after the 4^ Monday
Is/ John B Love Clk
[Ed. A note on the back reads: July the 5 1823 the within writ comprise by the Defendant paving
all cost (Signed by William Parker, A. Picklesimer, and Old Nancy.)
State of North Carolina
[Ed. The same form and language are used in this case. The Plaintiff, Whyckah (Grass Grows)
has sued John Bryson, Senior for one hundred pounds. Issued the 16th day of April 1823 by
Love. On the back, a note reads that Bryson compromised by paying all costs.]
[In still another case, Tegenlossey brought the trespass charge against Adam Watson, the
summons issued 24 June 1822. It was evidently to go to trial in Haywood Superior Court in the
October term of 1822.]
[Finally, He Wolfe brought suit against Alfred Brown wherefore with force and arms entered into
the possession and Close of said Plaintiff and damaged him Two hundred Dollars.] Issued 18
May 1824
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[Finally, He Wolfe brought suit against Alfred Brown wherefore with force and arms entered into
the possession and Close of said Plaintiff and damaged him Two hundred Dollars.! Issued 18
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State of North Carolina Superior Court of Law
Haywood County Oct term 1826
The Bear going in the hole
Vs
George Dickey
The Defendant swears that he was advised and believed that the Registers book Sitting
out the Treaty of Release would be received in evidence & that the Originals would not be
required
Sworn to in Open Court
This 7th Day of Oct 1826
Jno B Love Clk
/s/George Dickey
[Ed. This case had begun back in 1822. George Dickey and Jacob Shuler were bound to Bear
Going in the Hole for one hundred pounds in October of 1822. We are forced to admit here that
we succumbed to the temptation of using this suit partially because of the very colorful name of
the Plaintiff. Did this name get shortened through the years? Another reason we used this one is
because we have JCGS members who are lineal descendants of the Defendant and Co-Bondsman
above.]
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[Ed. The following is, quite frankly, hilarious. The submitter does not wish her name to be used here, and we will
honor that request, but she found the handwritten slip of paper in her family's trunk. Let's just say that this medication
was a predecessor for penicillin.]
Take alum and Copperas in equal proportions and burn them Sepparately until they become white
then beat them into a dust Then mix with Balsam or Pine turpentine Equal proportions Work
into pills by rolling in flour or Some dry Substance to prevent Sticking Take two or three pills a
day or more if the case is bad; Also wash well with a Solution made of wild Cucumber bark and
the bark off of prickley Ash root; Beat or cut fine, and Soaked in warm water; also Inject the
Solution frequently by a Serreng or Some means. Abstain from Spiritous liquors and women. \y
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[Ed. We continue in this issue with the work of JCGS member Peggy Queen Mason.]
20. NANCY ELVIRA4 ENLOE (JOHNM.3, ABRAHAM2, ANTHONY*) was b om 1863. She married THOMAS IRVIN
HUGHES 1889 in Yellow Hill (Cherokee). He was bom November 25, 1861, and died 1954.
Children of NANCY ENLOE and THOMAS HUGHES are:
i. WALTER MINGUS5 HUGHES, b. February 22,1891; d. January 06,1971.
ii. ROBERT CASSIUS HUGHES, b. September 12,1892.
21. ELIZA JANE4 ENLOE (WESLEYMATTHEW3, ABRAHAM2, ANTHONY*) was b om 1854. She married DAVID
MANLEY HYATT February 29, 1872 in Swain County, NC. He was bom 1850.
Children of ELIZA ENLOE and DAVID HYATT are:
i. JULIA CAROLINE5 HYATT, b. March 05,1873.
ii. PEARL HYATT,
iii. NED HYATT.
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22. MARY MALINDA4 ENLOE (WESLEY MATTHEW3, ABRAHAM2, ANTHONY*) She married NATHAN FIDELIA HYDE.
Children o f MARY ENLOE and NATHAN HYDE are:
i. HARVEY EDMOND5 HYDE, b. March 15,1886, Cherokee County, NC.
ii. BERTHA LADOSKA HYDE, b. October 03,1888, Cherokee County, NC.
iii. ETHEL FIDELIA HYDE, b. November 17,1893, Cherokee County, NC.
23. JAMES FRANK4 ENLOE (WESLEYMATTHEW3, ABRAHAM2 ANTHONY*) was bom June 05,1855, and died Jury 04,
1914. He married BETTY KNIGHT June 20,1894 in Dillsboro, Jackson County, NC. She was bom February 01,
1870.
More About JAMES FRANK ENLOE:
Burial: Clark Whittier Cemetery
Child o f JAMES ENLOE and BETTY KNIGHT is:
i. LLOYD KIMSEY5 ENLOE, b. July 11,1895: d. May 09,1917.
More About LLOYD KIMSEY ENLOE:
Burial: Clark Whittier Cemetery
24. JOHN MINGUS4 ENLOE (WESLEY MATTHEW3, ABRAHAM2, ANTHONY1) was b om 1865. He married MARY
AMANDA MONTGOMERY. She was b om 1868.
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Children o f JOHN ENLOE and MARY MONTGOMERY are:
i. NANNIE HELEN5 ENLOE, b. May 27,1900.
ii. FLORENCE KATHRYN ENLOE, b. February 26, 1890.
iii. RALPH WALKER ENLOE, b. January 15,1897.
iv. WALTER W. ENLOE, b. November 16,1887.
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25. JOSEPH JOHNSON4 ENLOE (WESLEYM47THEW3, ABRAHAM2. ANTHONY*) was born 1865. He married LULA
HAYES. She was born 1875. \y
Children of JOSEPH ENLOE and LULA HA YES are:
i. NORA KATE5 ENLOE, b. February 04,1898.
ii. EDNA ENLOE, b. January 02,1904.
26. ALICE MINERVA4 ENLOE (WESLEYMATTHEW3, ABRAHAM2, ANTHONY*) was b om January 13,1855 in Swain
County, NC, and died February 23, 1943. She married WILLIAM ALLEN DILLS October 08, 1876 in Oconeylufry
Township, Swain County, NC, son of PHILLIP DILLS and MARY BUCHANAN. He was bom April 08, 1842 in
Macon County, NC, and died November 25, 1900.
More About ALICE MINERVA ENLOE:
Burial: Parris Cemetery
Notes for WILLIAM ALLEN DILLS:
William Allen Dills was a member of Co. B, 25th Regiment, NC Infantry, and also Co. H, 62nd Regiment, NC
Infantry. He was captured by Union forces and sent to prison at Camp Douglas, Missouri. After the war, when
he returned to North Carolina he was appointed district surveyor for Jackson County. He established the town of
Dillsboro, selecting a location on his farm next to the railroad.
More About WILLIAM ALLEN DILLS:
Burial: Parris Cemetery
Children of ALICE ENLOE and WILLIAM DILLS are: ^y
i. MINNIE5 DILLS, b. 1878; d. 1968; m. BUFORD EDGAR GRAY; b. 1873; d. 1938.
More About MINNIE DILLS:
Burial: Parris Cemetery
More About BUFORD EDGAR GRAY:
Burial: Parris Cemetery
45. ii. GERTRUDE DILLS, b. July 08,1885; d. November 27,1948.
iii. BEULAH DILLS, b. 1886; d. 1965; m. ARTHUR HALE (CAP) WEAVER, August 09,1922, Jackson County,
NC;b. 1886; d. 1962.
More About BEULAH DILLS:
Burial: Parris Cemetery
More About ARTHUR HALE (CAP) WEAVER:
Burial: Parris Cemetery
27. MARY CAROLINE4 SHERRILL (ZELPHE MINERVA ETTA3 ENLOE, ABRAHAM2, ANTHONY*) was b om 1840, and
died 1927. She married OBIDIAH BOAZ FOUTE February 23,1861. He died August 16, 1875 in Union City,
Tennessee.
Notes for MARY CAROLINE SHERRILL:
Caroline Sherrill made her home with her uncle Samuel Sherrill in Robbinsville after her parents died. She married
Obidiah Boaz Foute from Tennessee on February 23, 1861. They made their home at Union City, Tennessee.
After Obidiah died on August 16, 1875, Caroline returned to North Carolina. She sold the farm of her parents at ,
Andrews and bought property on East Buffalo, a few miles below Robbinsville. —
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Children o f MARY SHERRILL and OBIDIAH FOUTE are:
46. i. LEILA ETHIO5 FOUTE.
47. ii. NANNIE BOAZ FOUTE, b. 1870.
48. iii. MARY MAGDEUNE FOUTE.
49. iv. FANNY FOUTE.
28. W. HANABLE4 ENLOE (WILLIAM WATSON3, ABRAHAM2, ANTHONY*) was bom October 25,1843, and died
October 21,1900. He married MARTHA HYATT.
More About W. HANABLE ENLOE:
Burial: Campground Cemetery
Children o f W. ENLOE and MARTHA HYATT are:
i. EDGAR5 ENLOE, b. October 14,1873; d. September 05,1896.
ii. CHARLIE ENLOE.
iii. FRED ENLOE.
50. iv. MAMIE ELIZA ENLOE, b. 1888.
29. BiRUM4 ENLOE (WILLIAM WATSON3, ABRAHAM2, ANTHONY*) He married CLEMENTINE CONLEY September 15,
1872 in Jackson County, NC.
Child of BRUM ENLOE and CLEMENTINE CONLEY is:
i. BERT5 ENLOE.
30. BERTHA4 ENLOE (WILLIAM WATSON3, ABRAHAM2, ANTHONY*)
Notes for BERTHA ENLOE:
Never married
Child of BERTHA ENLOE is:
i. WILLIE5 ENLOE.
31. ARAZELLIE J.4 ENLOE (WILLIAM WATSON3, ABRAHAM2, ANTHONY*) She married CHARLES COLEMAN ASHE
November 01,1874 in Jackson County, NC
Child o f ARAZELLIE ENLOE and CHARLES ASHE is;
i. ROBERT AMOS5 ASHE, b. April 20,1878, Whittier, Jackson County, NC-Generation
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32. SARAH E.5 ENLOE (WILLIAM ALFRED4, SCROOP WILLIAM3, ABRAHAM2, ANTHONY*) was b o m 1862 in Jackson
County, NC- She married SlON THOMAS EARLY July 08, 1885 in Jackson County, NC. He was bom 1852 in
LeadvUle, VA.
Child o f SARAH ENLOE and SION EARLY is:
i. SCROOP DEwTTT6 EARLY, b. October 14,1896, Dillsboro, Jackson County, NC-
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33. LAURA REBECCA5 ENLOE (WILLIAM ALFRED4. SCROOP WILLIAM3, ABRAHAM2, ANTHONY*) was b om February
10,1865, and died July 09,1921. She married WALTER EVANS MOORE 1883, son of HAMILTON MOORE. He
was bom October 14, 1856 in Hominy Creek, Buncombe County, NC, and died January 23, 1933. y )
More About WALTER EVANS MOORE:
Burial: Webster Cemetery
Children of LAURA ENLOE and WALTER MOORE are:
i. MARY EMELINE6 MOORE, m. EUGENE BEARDEN.
ii. NINA MOORE, m. HOLMES BRYSON.
iii. TOM MOORE.
iv. HANNAH MOORE, b. October 13,1898.
v. DOROTHY MOORE.
vi. LEWIS MOORE, b. September 12,1889; d. April 05,1891.
More About LEWIS MOORE:
Burial: Webster Cemetery
vii. LUCY MOORE, b. April 29,1895; d. August 12,1896.
More About LUCY MOORE:
Burial: Webster Cemetery
viii. HARRY MOORE, b. December 03,1891; d. July 26,1895.
More About HARRY MOORE;
Burial: Webster Cemetery
34. MELVINA MAGDELINE (MAGGIE)5 ENLOE (WlLUAM ALFRED4, SCROOP WILLIAM3. ABRAHAM2, ANTHONY*) Was bom December 16, 1868 in Webster, NC, and died November 15, 1959. She married JOSEPH J. HOOKER February
05, 1890. He was bom October 09, 1864, and died July 20, 1931.
More About MELVINA MAGDELINE (MAGGIE) ENLOE:
Burial: Webster Cemetery
Notes for JOSEPH J. HOOKER:
Judge Joseph J. Hooker practiced law in Dillsboro in the earlly 1900's. His office still stands at the comer of Front
and Church Streets.
More About JOSEPH J. HOOKER:
Burial: Webster Cemetery
Children o f MELVINA ENLOE and JOSEPH HOOKER are:
i. JOSEPH J.6 HOOKER, JR., b. December 08,1890; d. March 04,1897.
More About JOSEPH J. HOOKER. JR.:
Burial: Webster Cemetery
ii. MARY IDA HOOKER, b. August 21,1893; d. November 25,1893.
More About MARY IDA HOOKER:
Burial: Webster Cemetery
iii. INFANT HOOKER, b. April 17,1895; d. April 17,1895.
More About INFANT HOOKER: ^y
Burial: Webster Cemetery
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[Ed. We include in th.is issue some examples of land grants with local importance. The first is a Granville Land Grant
for Humphrey Cunningham. The land itself was located in Rowan County, but many of the Cunningham
descendants live here. The following two grants are from the state of North Carolina, and were issued to John
Monteith and Jason Frizzell for land on Little Savannah in then-Macon, now-Jackson County. Whe
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JACKSON COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY, INC.
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President James E. Monteith
Vice Presidents Nelma J. Bryson, B.B. Cantrell
Secretary Marilyn G.Morton
Treasurer E. Lawrence Morton
Librarian Dorris D. Beck
Office Manager Ruth C. Shuler
Computer Coordinator. Deanne G. Roles
Chair, Publications (Editor) R. Larry Crawford
Journeys Through Jackson is the official publication of the Jackson County Genealogical Society. Members and non-members are invited to submit genealogical
materials for publication, with the understanding that the editor reserves the right to edit these materials for genealogical content, clarity, or taste. The Society
assumes no responsibility for errors of fact that may be contained in submissions, and except where noted, the opinions expressed arc not those of the editor or of
the Jackson County Genealogical Society. The Society accepts co advertising for this publication except for notices for other non-profit groups.
From the Editor
The Jackson County Arts Council indoor yard sale has come and gone, and we participated
vigorously. We had a good day, if awfully tiring for some of our loyal volunteers. Other good days have been
in the evenings when our group meets on the second Thursday. Our attendance has been a little down, but we
attribute that to the fact that everyone stays so busy. v_y
We trust that the membership will not find this issue top-heavy. We seem to have a lot of photographs
this time over and above our regular-feature Photo Album. AH phases of genealogy are interesting, so read
and enjoy the work of your fellow Society members.
Many thanks this time to Beau Allen Hudgins, Ruth Crawford Shuler, R.O. Wilson, Mack Sutton,
cousin Mark Blanton, Sue Gunnells Phillips, Rachel Brown Phillips, Betty Cope Andrews, Bill Crawford,
Barbara Shelton Smith, Barbara Dills Bishop, Elizabeth Moss Wilson, Dorris Dills Beck, and Deanne Gibson
Roles. AH have, in some way, contributed to this issue.
V i s i t u s a t o u r W e b s i t e : h t t p : / / w w w . j c n c g s . c o m /
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JCGS Awards, Expressions of Sympathy 49
JCGS Photo Album 50 - 54
World W a r I I Clippings 55 - 58
Photographs - Blackwood L u m b e r Company 59 - 62
David L. Shelton Pension Application 63 - 66
Jackson County Death Certificates 67 - 69
Little T r e a s u r e s - Leah Heinz P a p e r s 70
Descendants of J o h a n n e s Risch 71 - 74
Buck C r e e k Cemetery 75 - 76
Archibald Nelson P r i c e Family Continued ; 77 - 80
Photographs from B a r b a r a Dills Bishop 81 - 84
Thomas Belew Stalcup Will a n d Descendants 85 - 88
Certain Owens a n d Piersons F r om S o u t h e r n Jackson County 89 - 92
JCGS Space in t h e Old Courthouse 93
JCGS L i b r a r y Acquisitions 94
One T h i n g a n d Another 94
Index 95-96
J C G S A w a r d s
At the February meeting of the Society, two JCGS members were honored for their
dedication and contributions. Mary Katherine Sherrill Lowder received the Robert Lee
and Drusilla Holden Award for distinguished service to genealogy. Mary Katherine
compiled The Robert Lee Holden Family with Allied Lines of Norton and Taylor and along
with her Sherrill first cousins and her sister Nancy Sherrill Wilson, completed publication
of The William Robert Sherrill and Mary Cowan Sherrill Family. Mary Katherine has also
contributed in many other ways to our society, both with genealogy and with other support.
The Daniel Washington Deitz Memorial Award, for service to the Jackson County
Genealogical Society itself, was presented to James Monteith. Always finding old pictures,
volunteering at the Society office, doing many unnoticed jobs, James also serves the Society
as its president. We are pleased to recognize them again here.
I n S y m p a t hy
We dedicate this issue of Journeys Through Jackson to the memory of Pauline Dean Ensley,
Helen Davis Cooper, and Regenia Pannell Fisher. We offer our sympathy to their families.
We also send condolences to JCGS members Alvin Middleton, Ronald Haskett, Pearl
Smith, and Clyde Phillips, all of whom have recently lost family members.
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The picture above shows Leah Rachel Bryson Sutton, daughter of Hamilton and Agnes
Matilda Wilson Bryson. This is the photograph Beau Hudgins sent to Leah Sutton Heinz
some years ago, (reference; p. 70). V_v
In this picture, we show just how much fun
genealogy can be. The baby in the photograph is Erline Murray, and she is being held by
Ruth Choate, who sent the picture to Ruth Shuler in response to a query in the Grand
Junction, Colorado, newspaper. Erline Murray's mother was Byrda Bolton, whose mother
was Winifred Cockerham, whose father Jesse Chandler Cockerham left (in the 1840's) what
would become Jackson County a few years later.
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J C G S P h o t o A l b u m
A three-brothers photograph from the Speedwell community of Cullowhee. On the left is
Thomas Cleveland Wilson, father of JCGS member R.O. Wilson; standing is Bub Enos
Wilson; on the right is Oscar Wilson, grandfather of new JCGS member Claude Wilson of
Oroville, California. All of these three men were sons of Enos and Elizabeth Bennett
Wilson. Below, an image of the funeral card of their first cousin Robert Archaelus Wilson
(1863 - 1887). The card is printed on heavy card stock, and was in the possession of Leah
Sutton Heinz.
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The photograph above shows Jeremiah (Jerry) Hensley (Feb. 1848 - 3 Oct 1928) and his
wife Margaret Ingabo Quilliams Hensley (20 Oct 1846 - 7 Oct 1913). They are buried at
Locust Field Cemetery.
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We used the photograph on the previous page in Volume I of Jackson County Heritage. In
2007 cousin Mark Blanton of Rome, Georgia, sent another (much larger) copy of the
picture. We believe that it shows a singing school because the man seated (or stooped) in
the center is the editor's paternal great - grandfather Crawford. He would have been one
of the instructors of the school. We have always believed that the picture represented
persons from the Ochre Hill, Cane Creek, and Wayehutta communities. All of those
communities were closer - connected in another time than they are today, because major
paved roads don't go through Cracking Chestnut Gap.
Mark identifies the fourth kneeling child from the left as Harley Shuler. Just behind him,
and dressed in white, would be his older sister Bessie, who married Erastus Blanton. She is
holding Winford, their oldest child. Bessie and Erastus were Mark's grandparents. The
other woman holding a baby is Emiline Watson Shuler, holding Annie Belle. On the
extreme right in the middle row would possibly be Edward Shuler. We are guessing that
identity from another photograph.
The man standing third from the left in the middle row is Edd Norman, and is the maternal
grandfather of the editor, Ruth Shuler, and Jean Brown. (We are his only grandchildren.)
He was an outstanding tenor singer, and would have provided contrast to some of these
Shulers, who were among the best bass singers we ever heard.
On the back row, either that man is standing on something, or he is one of the tallest men
who ever lived around here.
With this photograph, we would ask JCGS member Ernestine Jones to see if her father
(LaFayette or ' T a t e " Shuler) is identifiable, and we would request the same of JCGS
member Harold Ensley, requesting if can find his grandmother Sadie Blanton, who was also
one of these Shulers from Cane Creek.
Needless to say, we would welcome any other identifications. Since we have concentrated
on the Bob Shuler family here, wouldn't it be reasonable to assnme that Rachel Shuler
Blanton and Jerdie Shuler Morgan are two of the young girls here? And Mark is of the
opinion that Johnny Shuler is just in front of his mother Emiline.
We would guess that this picture was made about 1912 or 1913.
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W o r l d W a r I I C l i p p i n g s
[Ed. The following were shared with us by JCGS member Rachel Brown Phillips. The clippings were cut from
various newspapers, but we suppose most are from Sylva and Asheville papers. We were pleased to find references to
Society members, and we will add those to the other news given here, regrettably some of it the very worst that a
family could hear. Wc are, as always, in awe of the sacrifices of this generation.]
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Above, Baldridge, Monteith, Ensley, Painter, Hyde, Higdon
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[Ed. The following pictures of an important part of Jackson County's economic history are shared by JCGS member
Sue Gunnells Phillips. Sue is the daughter of a Blackwood employee.]
Above, Blackwood employees. Bethel Gunnells, Sue's father, is in front center in
shirtsleeves and heavy gloves. At one time he was a blacksmith for the company. Below,
some of the employee housing at the mill.
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The picture above is a real classic. It shows the company bus, which ran on the railroad
tracks and carried passengers to Cullowhee Normal School and also up Caney Fork. Mr.
Gunnells drove the bus. In this photograph, the two men on the left are unidentified, the
other three are Ed Hooper, Jim Potts, and Bethel Gunnells. Gunnells was from Athens,
Georgia, but when he met Sue's mother, he stayed forever. She rode the bus to classes at
the normal school, now of course Western Carolina University. Below, the lumber
company's train. It is a Shay locomotive, a 3-piston machine with a geared side drive for
power to ascend steep grades. (Thanks to buddy Mike Shay for that information.)
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*+> Above, a big view of the mill. Below, the East LaPorte bridge, the road coming up Caney
Fork and passing in front of the Adams house.
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Above, the mill itself. Below, the view from the hill above Caney Fork Road, showing the
village of East LaPorte, with the school in the background. Sue's mother taught at the
school. One can also ascertain the Tuckaseigee River to the left.
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D a v i d L . S h e l t o n ' s P e n s i o n A p p l i c a t i o n
[Ed. The following is a perfect example of how, in genealogy, one finds something valuable while looking for
something else. We copied this pension application from the Lawrence Wood papers located in the Macon County
Historical Society's museum.]
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State of North Carolina, County of Jackson: On this 13th day of October A.D. one thousand
eight hundred and ninety-three personally appeared before me, a Clerk of the Superior
Court within and for the County and State aforesaid, David L. Shelton, aged 76 years, a
resident of Fidelity County of Jackson, State of North Carolina, who being by me first duly
sworn according to law, deposes and says...[served with Samuel Patterson in the Indian
Wars March or April 1838 until July 1838 and was honorably discharged]...that he is
married; that the maiden name of his wife was Drucilla Burrel to whom he was married at
Union Co., in the state of Georgia, on the 10th day of March, A.D. 1838, t h a t his wife is now
dead, having died on the 27,h day of March, A.D. 1890 at Fidelity, in the state of North
Carolina, that he has not since remarried...
[Above, the first part of the personal affidavit of Shelton. Obviously, the important genealogy of
this is that it gives his wife's maiden name, the date and place of their marriage, and the date of
her death, which we read as 1890, but which might be 1892. The next question for us would be
to inquire exactly where Fidelity was in the Canada community. Some of Shelton's people are
buried at Rock Bridge, others at Wolf Creek.]
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County, Georgia, "for a few months after his discharge" but since then he has resided at Fidelity.
Below, the beginning of the affidavit of Walter M. Burrell, age 76, of Visage, Towns County,
Georgia. Burrell says that Shelton is the identical person who served in the company under the
name of Bright Burrell. Our question would be if this man (Walter M. Burrell) was a brother-in-law
of David L. Shelton. Furthermore, was the Bright Burrell of reference here also a brother-in-law?
How were they connected to the Civil War soldier (also named Bright Burrell) whose
letters we published in our winter 2009 issue?]
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[The above letter is dated 18 Jun 1895 and is written from Painter, North Carolina. A few of the
interesting statements are that "You have Walter Burrell from Georgia and J. Dogens
(Dodgion?) who will swear that I volunteered at the beginning and remained a soldier until
I was discharged under Capt. Patterson I taken Bright Burrells place in the company. The
capt was to erace Bright Burrells name and place my name on the roll Bright Burrell
never served a day in the company. I served in my own name I had no relation with Bright
Burrell...I haven't received any pay for my service as a soldier no land warrant as your
record will show]
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[Ed. We don't know if this matter were ever resolved to Shelton's satisfaction, but the
indications from the file, which is supposed to be complete, are that he remained without pay or
warrant. David Shelton and Drucilla Burrell raised a family of nine children, namely Louisa
(ca. 1839), Isabella (ca. 1842), Martha Emily (ca. 1844), Elias (ca. 1845), Elizabeth (ca. 1848),
Nellie C. (ca. 1852), Mary Y. (ca. 1854), Zeb V. (ca. 1848), and Keziah (ca. 1861), according to
census records of Haywood County for 1850 and Jackson County for 1860 and 1870. See also
Beau Allen Hudgins in Jackson County Heritage, Vol. IL] \ J
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1 9 8 9 D e a t h C e r t i f i c a t e s o f J a c k s o n C o u n t y P e r s o n s
B o r n P r i o r t o 1 9 0 0
[Key to reading the following: Name of deceased; spouse; date of birth; place of birth; 1989 date of death; place of
death; father's name; mother's name; informant's name; informant's address; cemetery. Abstracted by Larry Crawford
in the Jackson County Register of Deeds Office April 2009.]
Adams, Cola Haynes; h/o Myrtle Raby; 19 Aug 1898; Whittier; 18 Mar; Sylva; Pink Adams;
Lola Fox; Jack Adams; Whittier; Union Hill
Ashe, Ralph M.; h/o Effie Alexander; 1 Dec 1899; Jackson Co.; 21 May; Sylva; Francis M.
Ashe; Lillie Middleton; Effie A. Ashe; Canton; Fairview
Barker, Sallie Mae; never married; 3 May 1888; Jackson Co.; 26 Jan; Sylva; Frank Barker;
Mary Buchanan; Viola Deitz; Sylva; Fairview
Buchanan, Willie Leo; wid; 26 Jul 1896; Cowee NC; 26 Dec; Sylva; John E. Rickman; Sara
Sanders; Thomas D. Buchanan; Sylva; New Savannah
Bunn, Edith Belle; w/o Roy J . Bunn; 25 Mar 1896; Menlo IA; 1 Jul; Sylva; Judson Whitaker;
Clara ; Roy J. Bunn; Cashiers; Maple Springs Crematory - Asheville
Bunn, Fannie Finch; wid; 16 Dec 1897; Vance Co.; 7 Sep; Sylva; George Washington Finch;
Mary Frances Jackson; John T. Bunn; Sylva; Maple Springs Baptist Church - Louisburg
Davis, Essie Price; wid; 15 Jan 1898; Jackson Co.; 1 Aug; Sylva; Napoleon Price; Elizabeth
Hooper; Billy Smith; Brevard; Fairview
Doty, Celene Barger; wid; 2 Sep 1891; Charlton IA; 24 Sep; Sylva; William B. Barger; Amanda
Lewis; Margaret Pentz; Franklin; Rabun Memory Gardens Crematory - Clayton GA
Elliott, Mary Maude; w/o Alton Elliott; 30 Mar 1899; Robbinsville; 15 Jun; Sylva; Will Crisp;
Mary Carver; Alton Elliott; Robbinsville; Bear Creek - Robbinsville
Gass, Emma Hazel; wid; 17 Dec 1898; Blount Co TN; 25 Apr; Whittier; William Steve Wells;
Annie Anderson; Harvey Gass; Whittier; Thomas
Gibson, Frank; wid; 16 Nov 1897; Jackson Co.; 31 Mar; Sylva; Lum Gibson; Belle Styles; Cumi
Painter; Sylva; Fairview
Haynes, Kate Laura Smathers; wid; 31 Jul 1899; Haywood Co.; 27 May; Sylva; Sylva; John F.
Smathers; Lula Smathers; William Haynes; Clyde; Crawford Memorial Gardens - Clyde
Hedden, Eula Mae; w/o Jeff Hedden; 24 Apr 1896; Hayesville; 27 Oct; Webster; John Handley
Crawford; Clarissa Ann Sellers; Jeff Hedden; Sylva; Shepherd — Hendersonville
Higdon, Lola Jane; never married; 15 Oct 1897; Jackson Co.; 21 Apr; Sylva; Columbus Higdon;
Violet Jane Wilson; Greta Jane Davis; Sylva; Deitz Memorial (East Fork)
Hooper, Etta Fisher; wid; 22 Jul 1889; Jackson Co.; 15 Aug; Sylva; Thomas Jasper Fisher;
Alice Ray; Gladys Wimbish; Sylva; Dills (Fisher Creek)
Jones, Lottie Hestell; wid; 1 May 1898; Jackson Co.; 4 Nov; Sylva; Thomas L. Brown; Ida Jane
Cochran; Ruth Mosteller; Sylva; Brown (Barkers Creek)
Lowe, Margaret Viola; wid; 2 Jan 1899; Newport TN; 30 Mar; Sylva; Ike Henry; ;
Herbert H. Lowe; Franklin; Mount Comfort - Alexandria VA
Marr, William; h/o Mae Edwards; 8 Mar 1895; Nantahala; 31 Dec; Sylva; Brady Marr; Nancy
Grant;
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No full textJourneys Through Jackson is the official journal of the Jackson County Genealogical Society, Inc. The journal began as a monthly publication in July 1991, was published bimonthly from 1994 to 2003, and continues today as a quarterly publication. The journal issues in this digital collection are presented as annual compilations.Journeys
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Jackson
The Official Journal of the Jackson County Genealogical Society, Inc.
Vol. XXVI, No. I Winter 2016
JACKSON COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY, INC.
2016 Officers
President ......................................................................................................................... Timothy Osment
Vice Presidents ....................................................................................... Lynn Hotaling, Jason Gregory
Secretary ............................................................................................................... Mary Buchanan Smith
Treasurer ............................................................................................................... Teresa Deitz Manring
Librarian................................................................................................................................ Marie Clark
Office Manager ............................................................................................................. Karen Nicholson
Web Master ..................................................................................................................... Deanne G. Roles
Computer Technician ................................................................................................... Jason N. Gregory
Chair, Publications (Editor) ..................................................................................... Sanji Talley Watson
Journeys Through Jackson is the official publication of the Jackson County Genealogical Society. Members and non-members are invited to submit genealogical materials for publication, with the understanding that the editor reserves the right to edit these materials for genealogical content, clarity, or taste. The Society assumes no responsibility for errors of fact that may be contained in submissions, and except where noted, the opinions expressed are not those of the editor or of the Jackson County Genealogical Society. The Society accepts no advertising for this publication except for notices from other non-profit groups.
From the Editor
Things at the Society are getting exciting. We are now in our 25th year, and that is a major achievement for us. We have several things planned for the upcoming year, and I hope that you will join us in celebrating our anniversary.
I wasn’t one of the first members, but when I found out that we had one, I had to join. I can honestly say that it was one of the best decisions I have ever made. I have learned many things from the people that I have met throughout the years. And consider myself lucky and blessed to have met them all. It is my hope and prayer that our Society continues to grow and expand.
For members and friends who have Facebook, we have a Facebook page, Jackson County Genealogical Society. Be sure to check it out and post messages and pictures. This is a great resource to expand our Society and to connect with people who have ties to Jackson County.
REMEMBER
DUES FOR 2016
ARE DUE AT THE FIRST OF THE YEAR!
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents ...............................................................................................................1
JCGS Photo Album........................................................................................................ 2-6
25 Years and Counting ................................................................................................ 7-11
Bringing Them Back ........................................................................................................12
1880 Census Records – Jackson County .................................................................. 13-16
Descendants of Archer Blanton ................................................................................ 17-20
1939 Jackson County Death Certificates ................................................................. 21-23
William Holland Thomas Store Ledgers .......................................................................24
Descendants of John Montgomery Beck .................................................................. 25-28
A Little Extra....................................................................................................................28
Doctor’s Daily Journal .............................................................................................. 29-32
Descendants of John Thomas Tatham ..................................................................... 33-36
William J. “Billy” Parker ......................................................................................... 37-42
Oldie, But Goodie .............................................................................................................42
First Year Articles...................................................................................................... 43-45
Index ............................................................................................................................ 47-48
The address for JCGS is now:
Jackson County Genealogical Society
Post Office Box 480
Sylva, NC 28779
Stay in touch with us!
Please make sure we have your correct contact information:
Address; phone number; e-mail address and families of interest.
We are in the process of updating everyone’s contact information. Journeys Through Jackson Winter 2016
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JCGS Photo Album
These two pictures are some of the many that the JCGS has in its holdings. We are not sure who the people are, but we have figured out that it was a baptizing being held at the curve of Caney Fork Creek, near the of Blackrock Timber Company in the Caney Fork area. Journeys Through Jackson Winter 2016
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JCGS Photo Album
These three photographs are some of the many that the Society has that are unknown. If you have any idea of who these people are, please contact the society and let us know. Journeys Through Jackson Winter 2016
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JCGS Photo Album
The photograph above left is Robert Nathan Middleton and his wife Lucy Jane Watson. The picture above is of Herchell Parker and Howard Wood. The photograph to the left is of Earl Hooper and Norma Jean Woods Coggins.
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JCGS Photo Album
The above photograph is another one of our “unknowns,” but, the “painter” in the foreground is a sight not seen much here anymore. The picture below was given by Mary Smith Buchanan and is of Burnett Elbert Blanton. He was the Watkins Dealer in Jackson Co. and on the Cherokee Reservation in the 1940’s. His family came here from Horry Co., SC. His father owned the Rockledge Gas Station on Webster Road. Journeys Through Jackson Winter 2016
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JCGS Photo Album
Crossing the creek at Charley’s Creek is Ira L. Brown (9 Feb 1890 - 27 Oct 1968). Bill Crawford was impressed with the white faced mule. The picture below is of Ira’s brother, John Talford Brown (10 Jul 1887 - 10 Feb 1914.) They are both sons of Julius Manley Brown (26 Jan 1861 – 1 Sep 1928) and Chloe Jane Middleton (7 Dec 1858 – 28 Nov 1962). Journeys Through Jackson Winter 2016
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25 Years and Counting
As some of you may know, this year is the 25th Anniversary of the Jackson County Genealogical Society. From our humble beginnings, we have grown into one of the best Societies in the state of North Carolina. It is our plan all year long, to bring back information and memories from our first year. If any member, past or present, would like to share how the Society has benefited them or what it has meant to them, and you feel like sharing with everyone else, please send it to the Society and we will share it here with everyone.
Just remember, our Society has grown over the years due to our members’ steadfast support of the group. With continued support, we can continue on into the future growing even stronger and better.
Our Beginnings
On March 14, 1991 at 7:00 p.m. at the Jackson County Public Library an organizational meeting was held. The 15 people present were all there to discuss beginning a Genealogical Society for Jackson County. All present voted that this kind of organization would benefit both people doing genealogical research and Jackson County. It was also decided that the organization would be involved with producing a Jackson County Family History book.
Helen Vance, one of the organizers of the Swain County Genealogical and Historical Society, gave a presentation of what would be required to form a Society. She was very informative of the procedures and legal requirements needed. She also agreed to be an Advisor to the Society.
Each person in attendance introduced themselves and shared what families of interest each of them have. Some of the names mentioned were: Jenkins, Overstreet, Davis, Dills, Parris, Clayton, Bumgarner, Frizzell, Ensley, Monteith, Crawford, Sherrill, Cowan, Bryson, Stephens, Hooper, Beck, Wilson, Cable, and Cockerham (Cochran).
Temporary officers were elected, as follows:
President: Ruth Shuler
Vice-President: Nelma Bryson
Secretary: Carolyn Johnson
Treasurer: David Frizzell
A Constitutional and Bylaws Committee was chaired by Larry Crawford, and an Editing Committee was chaired by Kirk Stephens.
It was decided that membership to the Society will be open to any interested person. The next meeting was planned for April, 11, 1991 and would be held at the Jackson County Public Library at 7:00 p.m.
Those in attendance that that first meeting were: Carolyn Deitz Johnson, Hattie H. Deitz, Roy Shuler, Jewell Overstreet, Helen Davis Cooper, Larry Crawford, Harry Bumgarner, David Frizzell, Rick Frizzell, Bill Crawford, Nelma Bryson, Kirk Stephens, Dorris D. Beck, Helen C. Vance, Ruth C. Shuler.
Organizational Meeting
On April 11, 1991, at the Jackson County Public Library, the Jackson County Genealogical Society completed the organization of the Society. The group adopted a constitution and bylaws; set the individual, family and life membership rates; heard details of the sponsorship of the Jackson County Heritage Book; and discussed publications and future activities of the organization.
It was decided that membership to the Society would be open to anyone who is interested in genealogy, whether or not that person lives in Jackson County. The purpose of the organization are:
1. To bring together those people interested in genealogy, especially but not limited to Jackson County, North Carolina families;
2. To discover, research, and exchange material related to Jackson County genealogy;
3. To provide for the preservation of such material and for its accessibility, as far as may be feasible;
4. To publish this material at the frequency desired by the Society members. Journeys Through Jackson Winter 2016
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It was especially emphasized that persons who do not live in Jackson County but who have roots and family connections here are most welcome to join the group.
First President’s Message
July 1991
Welcome to the premier issue of “Journeys Through Jackson,” the official publication of the Jackson County Genealogical Society, Inc. The name chosen for this publication is intended to reflect not only the geographical aspects of traveling through Jackson County but, also, the sense of traveling through the decades with ancestors long gone and descendants yet to come. From Sapphire to Soco, from Balsam to Bullpen, from Cowee to Cashiers, from Whiteside to Whittier, and all points in between, this newsletter will document the people and places of our Mountain Home, Jackson County.
The first major project of the Society is the Publication of The Jackson County Heritage Book, with work now in progress to share and preserve the family lines of those persons who live in the county, who have ever lived in the county, who have roots in the county. Submissions of material for the Heritage Book are encouraged and solicited from members, and additional information may be obtained by writing to the Society at the address listed elsewhere in this newsletter.
Material for “Journeys Through Jackson” will, until the Heritage Book is published, consist of primary source information from county records, family Bibles, cemetery and population census records, and interviews with elderly persons. Inquiries from members and non-members will be included. After the Heritage Book is completed, members and non-members may submit family data to be included in “Journeys Through Jackson.” The Society does reserve the right to accept, reject, and/or edit any submitted materials and disclaims any responsibility for errors in fact or opinion made by contributors.
Membership in the Society is open to any person interested in genealogical research. The Society is incorporated, and application has been made for tax-exempt status.
It is a distinct privilege to have been chosen as the founding president of the Jackson County Genealogical Society, and I pledge to you my best efforts to carry out the purposes and objectives of the group. Please let me know whenever I may be of assistance to you.
Ruth Shuler
First Issue
Included in the first issue of “Journeys Through Jackson” was published in July 1991 and included the following information:
1. JCGS Interview with Mrs. Minnie Lee Harris Alexander. (Reprinted with update further in this issue.)
2. 1889 Obituaries and Death Notices
3. 1902 Voter Registration for Jackson County
4. Death Certificated for Jackson County Persons Born Prior to 1900
5. 1870 Census of Jackson County
6. Jackson County Marriage Register 1853-1873
7. Olivet Cemetery Census
8. Delayed Birth Certificates of Jackson County Persons Born Prior to 1900
9. Queries
10. Charter Membership
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Founding Officers
President Ruth Shuler
Vice President Nelma Bryson
Secretary Carolyn Johnson
Treasurer David Frizzell
Publications Chairman Kirk Stephens
Heritage Book Committee
Co-Chairman Larry Crawford, Rick Frizzell
Vice Chairman David Frizzell
Secretary Charles Shuler
Treasurer Ruth Shuler
Topical History Chairman Lloyd Cowan
Family History Chairman Bill Crawford
Charter Members
Below is a list of all the Charter Members of JCGS with their families of interest.
Adams, Trudy (Mrs. Robert A.) Coward, Norton, Rogers, Zachary, and collateral families of these
Allison, Clyde Allison, Howell, Henry, Queen, Fowler, Bradley
Barton, Elizabeth Crawford Parker, Owens, Crawford, Galloway
Beck, Dorris D. and Sam Beck, Buchanan, Dills, Green, Sutton, Brooks
Beck, Teresa K. Beck, Dills, Buchanan, Green
Benson, Sue H. Leiter, Hooper
Bradshaw, Eleanor
Brown, Jean Crawford Briscoe, Brown, Crawford, Shelton
Bryson, Nelma
Buchanan, C. Henry Buchanan
Bumgarner, Harry and Dollie Bumgarner, Peek, Ammons, Shuler, Henderson, Henry, Sellers, Crawford, Kitchens, Wright, Moses, Moore, Houston
Cheney, Lorisa Shuler
Cooper, Helen Davis Dills, Davis, Fisher, Wilson, Cooper, McClure
Cowan, Anne and Frank A. C. Reynolds family; M. D. Cowan family; Jackson County; Sylva; Baptist Churches in Jackson County.
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Cowan, Lloyd W. Cowan, Bradley, Hall, Buchanan
Crawford, Archie and Ruth P. Crawford, Sutton, Pangle, Green
Crawford, Larry Crawford, Parris, Blanton, Norman, Clayton, Hemphill, Ensley, Wilson, Cockerham (Cockran), Hinshaw
Crawford, William Loranzo Crawford, Sherrill, Conner, Nichols, Beck, Frizzell, Buchanan, Bryson, Ensley, Morrow, Cowan, Allman
Deitz, Daniel W. Deitz, Wilson, Beck, Frizzell
Deitz, Hattie and Johnson Deitz, Harris, Honeycutt, Hunnicutt, Queen
Dooley, Barbara W. Ahl, Bobo, Clark, Denton, Dooley, Elam, Gardner, Goodner, Imes, London, Patterson, Poston, Scherrer/Shearer, Swafford
Edwards, Louise H. Hyatt, Shelton, Edwards, Rice, Winchester, Conley
Frizzell, David and Sheila Frizzell, Ensley, Buchanan, Dean, Bryson, Carson, Henson, Deitz, Gribble, Black
Frizzell, Rick, Freddie, and Carl Frizzell, Gribble, Buchanan, Ensley, Carson, Dean
Gibson, David Gibson, Stiles, Dicks Creek section of Jackson County
Gustafson, Virginia NC, GA, FL
Hall, Walter and Roberta Hall
Henderson, Traci Lee Dillard, Enloe, Buchanan, Ward, Holcombe, Green, Sutton, Bradburn
Holcombe, Lucy Parris Hall, Clements, McEntire, Marr, Collins, Wilson, Hooper, Beck, Swearingem
Hooper, E. Elmer and Irene M.
Hooper, F. Lambert and Joy Hooper, Wike
Hudson, Ann Hooper Hooper, Wilson, Green
Hyatt, John and Frances Bryson, Conley, Hyatt, Shelton, Haskett, Blaine
Jackson, Odessa E. Extine, Cannon, Rochester, Colville, Hanna, Kelly, Montieth, Ensley, Parker, Harrett, Smith
Johnson, Carolyn Deitz Deitz, Harris, Buchanan, Johnson
Johnson, Mildred Cabe Cable, Buchanan, Sharpe, Cabe, Jones, Johnson, Shirrell
Jones, Claude and Anne Jones, Picklesimer, Monteith, Alley, Cathey, Campbell, Caler, Caldwell, Conley, Posey, Parris, Brooks, Collins, Owen(s), Allison, Bryson
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Lanning, Dora Mae
McClure, Roy and Irene Bryson, Buchanan
McClure, William Eugene McClure, Bryson, Allen, Queen, Corbin, Farmer, Ensley, Fisher, Hyatt, York, Parris, Gillon, Countryman, Cunningham
Nardy, Jane and Millis, Liz Zachary, Wilson, Beasley, Lombard, Dillard, Fugate, Bryson
Oxner, Jarvis and Elizabeth
Patrick, Mary L.
Patterson, Mary Cecil B. Bryson, Ensley, Dills, Henson
Phillips, Rachel
Proctor, Christine Cole Cole, Woody, Shook, Hoyle, Blanton, Proctor, Wilson, McClure, Parris, Gunter
Ratcliffe, Sheila P. Fisher, Monteith, Pannell, Scotch-Irish migration to western North Carolina
Reynolds, Frankie D. Dills, Reynolds, Brendle, Green
Shelton, June Edwards
Shook, Mary Rhinehart Hooper, Shook, Parker
Shuler, Charles Robert Shuler, Beasley
Shuler, Roy and Ruth Bailey, Barker, Cockerham, Mills, Pruett, Shuler, Upton
Smith, Edna P. Parker
Smith, Jo Ann (Mrs. H. A.) Smith, Higdon, Coward, Rich, Rogers, Justice, Wiegel or Wikle, Widmeir, Whitmire, Erfurt or Erfort, Hudson, Weaver, Russell, Berry, Fields, Hoffman or Huffman, Harris, Moser, Buchanan, Black, Nichols, Culbertson; Burke, Buncombe, Macon, Jackson, Haywood counties; NC; VA; PA; SC
Stephens, Kirk Arrington, Arrowood, Blanton, Brooks, Cantrell, Coward, Eller, Hooper, Mills, Stephens; Caney Fork families
Sutton, Joann H. Ashe, Watson, Henson, Sutton
Vance, Helen Cable Cabe, Cable, Buchanan, Higdon, Jones, Tabor, DeHart, Ramsey, Sumpter
Watson, Mitchell Watson
Wiggins, Carolyn B. Bryson, Henson, Potts, Deitz, Stiles, Crawford, Ensley, Wiggins, Pannell
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Bringing Them Back
In years past, JTJ has published Pedigree Charts of members, or of families they are researching. This is a great tool
to learn new information and to share information with other people. In this anniversary year, we would like to bring
these charts back for publication. Feel free to send yours in for publication. (We will use the editors as an example.)
Ancestors of Sanji Willene Talley
Sanji Wi llene Talley
b: June 26, 1965 in Sylva. Jackson County, North
Carolina
m: July 13, 1991 in Cedar Bapt ist Church,
Tuckasegee, Jackson County, North Carolina
Russel l Wayne Tal ley
b: June 07, 1943 in Rabun County, Georgia
m: June 09, 1964 in Wahalla, Occonee County,
South Carolina
d: December 10, 2008 in Republic of Panama
Woodie Wi llene Shook
b: July 14, 1942 in Jackson County, North Carolina
d: October 03, 2004 in Tuckasegee, Jackson
County, North Carolina
Lyman Elmer Tal ley
b: January 16, 1912 in Rabun County, Georgia
m: August 30, 1936 in Rabun County, Gerogia
d: February 10, 1993 in Jackson County, North
Carolina
Minnie Leora Carver
b: June 28, 1914 in Rabun County, Georgia
d: September 23, 2010 in Macon County, North
Carolina
Vernon Vess Shook
b: March 23, 1907 in Jackson County, North
Carolina
m: December 29, 1930 in Jackson County, North
Carolina
d: November 01, 1979 in Spotsylvania County,
Virginia
Mary Rachel Brown
b: November 01, 1912 in Jackson County, North
Carolina
d: December 08, 1972 in Jackson County, North
Carolina
Henry Harrison Tal ley
b: November 19, 1888 in Rabun County, Georgia
m: October 13, 1906
d: November 16, 1977 in Macon County, North
Carolina
Minnie Elizabeth Green
b: August 23, 1884 in Macon County, North
Carolina
d: August 06, 1972 in Macon County, North
Carolina
John Roberson Carver
b: July 22, 1874
m: November 15, 1896
d: February 11, 1944
Mary Elizabeth Burrell
b: December 25, 1873
d: April 28, 1918
James Marion Shook
b: May 31, 1885 in Jackson County, North Carolina
m: February 27, 1906 in Jackson County, North
Carolina
d: September 28, 1962 in Jackson County, North
Carolina
Clercy Jane Hooper
b: June 17, 1890 in Jackson County, North Carolina
d: September 27, 1961 in Jackson County, North
Carolina
Ira Alonzo Brown
b: July 20, 1886 in Jackson County, North Carolina
m: January 14, 1912 in Tuckasegee, Jackson
County, North Carolina
d: July 10, 1973 in Jackson County, North Carolina
Li l lie Mae Shook
b: May 01, 1889 in Jackson County, North Carolina
d: May 16, 1959 in Jackson County, North Carolina
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1880 Jackson County Census Records
ED: We continue in this issue the Scotts Creek Township. Abstracted in 2016 by Sanji Talley Watson. The enumerator had trouble keeping the numbers of the households and families in order, they are abstracted as written.
59-61
Mills, Engaline
38
W – House keeping
NC NC TN
Laura E.
11
W – Daughter
NC NC NC
60-62
Jones, Reuben
69
W – Blacksmith
NC NC NC
Anna
73
W – Wife – House keeping
“ “ “
61-63
Blanton, Jeremiah
50
W – Farming
NC NC NC
Mary
39
W – Wife – House keeping
“ “ “
Marge M.
19
W – Daughter – At home
“ “ “
Elis
17
W – Son – At home
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