I humbly present this previously posted writing to you now, on this eve of July 4, 2021: The 4th of July has come and gone. My original… Read more “Regarding the 4th”
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And They Made Their Journey to Atlanta…
Recently, the 60th mayor of Atlanta, Keisha Lance Bottoms, announced that she would not seek reelection. During her press conference for this topic of discussion on a… Read more “And They Made Their Journey to Atlanta…”
Companion Guide: Whatever Happened to Sallie John Turner?
Thank you for viewing the discussion! Here is a guide to some of the topics that we covered: Sarah Forbes Bonetta—-In the household of Queen Victoria PBS’… Read more “Companion Guide: Whatever Happened to Sallie John Turner?”
Whatever Happened to Sallie John Turner: A Discussion
Many thanks to Jeanne for her dedication in helping with the search and find for our family mystery involving Aunt Sallie John Turner (1880-?), of Southampton County,… Read more “Whatever Happened to Sallie John Turner: A Discussion”
Puzzle Pieces: Poythress Etc to Harrison, September 19, 1833 Deed, Charles City County, Virginia
Here is a very important document, the September 19, 1833 deed between Thomas E. Poythress and Bersheba his wife, previously the widow of Collier Harrison to Robert… Read more “Puzzle Pieces: Poythress Etc to Harrison, September 19, 1833 Deed, Charles City County, Virginia”
1845|The Southampton County, Virginia Harrison Family Fallout—-Martha, Henry, Betsey, Hannah and others included…
The Library of Virginia (LVA) has digitized chancery court records for many of the counties of the Commonwealth. From the LVA website: According to Black’s Law Dictionary,… Read more “1845|The Southampton County, Virginia Harrison Family Fallout—-Martha, Henry, Betsey, Hannah and others included…”
eBay: Potential Source of Genealogical Treasure
In case you’re not aware, eBay, at any given time, has a genealogical treasure trove of items that may potentially connect to your family tree. Currently up… Read more “eBay: Potential Source of Genealogical Treasure”
Robert Hunter Harrison
Robert Hunter Harrison was my 3rd great uncle. He was born on January 18, 1887, in Norfolk, VA, the youngest of the six Harrison sons born to… Read more “Robert Hunter Harrison”
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