H, I, & J Surnames

Hagaman, Abraham - Joyner, L. R.

Hagaman, Abraham
EARLY BUSINESS OF LAKE PROVIDENCE, LA.: Lake Providence has always been the seat of government for the parish, except from 1855 to 1870, when, as a part of the parish of Carroll, the seat was moved to Floyd (now West Carroll). Some of the business house and churches of the early town mentioned in old newspapers are: (1848 - 1881) Hagaman House. From “A Place to Remember”, by Georgia Pinkston

Hagaman, Louise (Dunbar)
PLANTATIONS; HAGAMAN: Hagaman Plantation fronting the Mississippi, and located about ½ mile south of L. P., is one of the old places in the parish. It was Lot #1 of the judicial partition of the original Conn Plantation. James P. Harvey acquired it in 1855 and in turn sold it to Louisie Dunbar, wife of Abraham Hagaman, in 1856. Louise Hagaman owned the land from 1856 until 1873 when she sold it to Julia M. Babbitt in exchange for certain hotel property in Grand Junction, Iowa. The Babbitts were unable to meet the financial arrangement and “Hagaman Place” was recovered by Louise Hagaman. Acting for Louise Hagaman on Feb. 24, 1880, C. M. Pilcher sold the plantation to Charles Chaffe of N. O., LA. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston.

Hagle, Fay (Miss)
The Rainbow Girls Assembly, organized by the Order of Eastern Star in 1952 with 45 members. One of the young ladies that was a Worthy Advisor was Miss Fay Hagel. From "A Place to Remember ", Georgia Payne Pinkston

Haley, Eugene
CHURCHES; 1st BAPTIST: Organized in 1914, the church located on Davis Streets. Eugene Haley has served as one of the Sunday School Directors. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston.

Hall, C.
CLUBS; ROTARY CLUB INTERNATIONAL: Organized on October 29, 1935. One of the past presidents of the Rotary Club of L. P., Louisiana for 1958 - 59 was C. Hall. From "A Place to Remember" , Georgia Pinkston

Hall, Clark N.
ASSESSORS; 1897: Clark N. Hall, Deputy. “A Place to Remember”, by Georgia Pinkston.

Hall, C. T.
MASONIC LODGES: Pecan Grove Lodge # 222, on Feb. 1, 1957 dedicated the new 2-story building. C. T Hall was the Worshipful Master. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston

Hall, Coleman & Mattie
FORMATION OF THE COMMUNITIES, LAKE VIEW:
Another Farm Security project located at the head of the lake on property formerly owned by John Phillips, about 15 units, 40 to 100 acres each. The size depended on the relative productivity. Those selected were former Negro tenants chiefly from East Carroll. Some of the successful families include the father of Clyde Robinson, Walter Nash, Sol Gilbert, and Coleman and Mattie Hall. This government project was handled under the office of land Management in Washington D. C. “A Place To Remember”, Pinkston

Hall, James
EAST CARROLL CASUALTIES; WWI: James Hall, Pvt., died of Pneumonia, Nov. 3, 1918.

Hall, Mary (Miss)
TEACHERS & SCHOOLS: 1897-1914: Some of the well-remembered teachers in 1914 were Miss Margaret Murphy at Waddell, Miss Ola Johnson teaching Domestic Science at L.P., Miss Mary Hall, J. D. Stephenson and Miss Robie Williams. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston.

Hall, Robert M.
FORMATION OF THE COMMUNITIES, TRANSYLVANIA:
A transitional period came when Robert M. Hall purchased the large plantation of Transylvania from John M. Graham and sold it on February 19, 1917 to Abston, Crump and Wynne, absentee owners of Memphis, TN., who built up a plantation of more than 10,000 acres. The company sold the Transylvania holdings to the Federal government for a Farm Security project. “A Place To Remember”, Pinkston.

Ham, Stephen [see Surles, J. Walter]

Hamilton, Borgia & Nick
EARLY LEGIONAIRES: The American Legion, local Post Number 37, Powell-Martin-Barrett, was named for three heroes who gave their lives for their country in WWI, was organized in 1920. No records are available concerning the Past Commanders of this Post, but records do refer to Borgia and Nick Hamilton as early leaders. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston.

Hamilton, Jack (Mrs.)
CLUBS; L. P. JUNIOR AUXILIARY: “The L. P. Junior Auxiliary was organized in Sept. 1962. Serving as a president was Mrs. Jack Hamilton. From the book “A Place to Remember”, by Georgia Pinkston.

Hamilton, Jason
ONE HUNDREDTH ANNIVERSARY OF LAKE PROVIDENCE:
L. P. incorporated on July 3, 1876 with the Board of Aldermen being D. L. Morgan, Charles R. Egelly, V. M. Purdy, James Maguire, and Jason Hamilton. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston.
HEALTH; HEALTH UNIT: A local Board of Health was created in 1876. Serving on the board that year were: C. R. Egelly, A. Armstong, T. J. Powell, F. M. Hays, E. J. Delony, and Jason Hamilton. “A Place to Remember”, Georgia Pinkston.
HEALTH; HEALTH UNIT: In 1880 Jason Hamilton was made Commissioner of Quarantine, assisted by John Spinette. In Sept. the Yellow Fever Board consisted of Dr. W. E. Long, Dr. J. L. Davis, and “members Franklin and Sutton from the Town Board”. “A Place to Remember”, Georgia Pinkston.

Hamilton, O. P. (Mrs.)
WOMEN’S AUXILIARY: “This associate of the Legion, Powell-Martin-Barrett Unit Number 37, was organized in Aug. 1926. One of the charter members included Mrs. O. P. Hamilton. From the book “A Place to Remember”, by Georgia Pinkston.

Hamilton, Orlando N.
CLUBS; AMERICAN LEGIONAIRES: The American Legion was organized in 1920 with one of the Charter members being Orlando N. Hamilton. “A Place to Remember”, Georgia Pinkston.

Hamilton, Richard
CLUBS; KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS: The present council received its charter in June, 1965. Richard Hamilton served as Chairman, working with Father Murphy, the local priest, Richard was also 1st Officer. There were 45 charter members. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston.

Hamley, Edward Doer
BIOS: One of the 4 children of Edward J. Hamley, (born 1859 MO.), and mother was Anna Malam Hamley, from Bavaria, Germany. “A Place to Remember”, Georgia Pinkston

Hamley, Edward J.
BIOS: “The Hamley family came to E. C. Parish in 1878. Edward J. Hamley, a native of St. Louis was long prominent in local politics and civic affairs. He was mayor of L. P. for 12 years, and a member of the 5th District Levee Board for 20 years. His wife was Anna Mallum / Malam, born in Bavaria and came to this country in 1860. The couple had 4 children; (1)William Hugh Hamley, (2) John Martian Hamley, (3) Edward Doe Hamley, and (4) Joseph Celestine Hamley.” From “A Place to Remember”, by Georgia Pinkston.
1880 EAST CARROLL CENSUS: Living with John Martian, 60, H. Butcher, born Bavaria. Eve, 55, W. keeps house, born Bavaria., Anna Mallum, 19, Niece, born Bavaria. Edward Hamley, 21, Barber, born Missouri.
MAYORS SINCE 1875 TO 1976: E. J. Hamley served as Mayor from 1890 to 1894 and from 1896 - 1898. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston.
BANKS; THE 1ST NATIONAL BANK: Opening it doors on July 14, 1902 with E. J. Hamley as one of the Directors, and he was one of the presidents of the bank 1919. [1977] “A Place to Remember”, Georgia Pinkston.
HEALTH; HEALTH UNIT: In 1898 Dr. F. R. Bernard, W. D. Bell, and Messrs. E. J. Hamley, J. N. Hill, and T. J. Powell made up the Town Board of Health. “A Place to Remember”, Georgia Pinkston.
BUSINESSES AND RECREATION; Banks: “The Bank of Dixie, formerly the L. P. Bank, celebrated its 75th in 1973. The 1st Board of Directors included. S. W. Smith, Jr., Jasper N. Hill, J. W. Tooke, Jr., E. J. Hamley, Phil McGuire, J. C. Pittman, & J. E. Reynolds. president of this bank was S. W. Smith, Jr.“ Georgia Pinkston’s book “A Place to Remember”

Hamley, John Martian, Jr.
BIOS: John Martian Hamley, Jr. is the son of John Martian Hamley, Sr. and Katie Ransdell Hamley.

Hamley, John Martian, Sr.
BIOS: John Martian, the 2nd son of Edward J. Hamley (born MO., 1859) and Anna Malam Hamley, was a member of the State Legislature from 1912 to 1924, where he authored many significant legislative acts. He served as Clerk of the House for a total of 20 years. He served on the La Flood Control Committee, and his support of equalized public education helped to stabilize public education for many years. For many years he was a partner with his father in the real estate business. He was elected of the La. Flood Control committee. Miss Katie Ransdell and Martian Hamley were married in 1914; she was the daughter of the late Judge F. X. Ransdell. Their children were (1) Edward Ransdell Hamley, (2) Mary Hamley, (3) Katherine Hamley, (4) Annie Louise Hamley, (5) John Martian Hamley, Jr., (6) Stuart Douglas Hamley, (7) Madeline Hamley, and (8) Elizabeth Hamley. In early years the children attended St. Patrick’s parochial school, and later the girls went to Maryville College in St. Louis. From "A Place to Remember", Mrs. Georgia Pinkston
NORTH LOUISIANA FEDERAL SAVINGS & LOAN ASSOCIATION: It had it’s start in 1933 during the depression. One of the 1st Board of Directors included J. M. Hamley. Pinkston’s book “A Place to Remember”
ASSESSORS; 1932 J. M. Hamley. “A Place to Remember”, by Georgia Pinkston.
CLUBS; ROTARY CLUB INTERNATIONAL: Organized on October 29, 1935. The luncheon club met every Wednesday at a local restaurant. One of the Charter Members was J. Martain Hamley. From "A Place to Remember" , Georgia Pinkston

Hamley, Joseph Celestine
“BIOGRPHIES: “The youngest son of Edward J. Hamley (born 1859) and Anna Malam Hamley. Joseph C. Hamley & Agnes Hamley celebrated their 50th Wedding Anniversary in June 1964, with a reception at the Country Club. They were married May 27, 1914, at St. Joseph‘s Church in New Orleans. They had 5 daughters and 33 grandchildren.” From “A Place to Remember”, by Georgia Pinkston.

Hamley, Katie
WOMEN OF E. C. PARISH TODAY (1977): “in insurance business; a devout Catholic” Georgia Pinkston’s book “A Place to Remember”
ASSESSORS; 1942: Katie R. Hamley. “A Place to Remember”, by Georgia Pinkston.

Hamley, Margaret Mary
BIOS: Margaret Mary Hamley is the daughter of William Hugh Hamley, Sr. and Mabel Roderick Hamley.
From “A Place to Remember”, by Georgia Pinkston.

Hamley, Mabel [see Hamley, William Hugh, Sr.]
*NOTE: There were two Mabel Hamleys, mother and daughter.

Hamley, William Hugh, Jr.
BIOS: W. H. Hamley, Jr. is the son of William Hugh Hamley, Sr. and Mabel Roderick Hamley. Headstone Inscription: May 31, 1922 - Aug. 21, 1945 Memorial ~ ENS USNR - WWII - Buried U. S. National Cem., Honolulu, Hawaii From “A Place to Remember”, by Georgia Pinkston.

Hamley, William Hugh, Sr. (Doctor)
“BIOS: William Hugh Hamley is the son of Edward J. Hamley (from MO., 1859 - 1929). His mother, born in Bavaria came to this country in 1860. Dr. W. H. Hamley practiced medicine here after WWI until his death. After graduation from Tulane University Medical School he served in the army during WWI and attained the rank of Colonel. In addition to the practice of medicine, he was also coroner, the 1st commander of Powell-Martin-Barrett American Legion Post and an officer in the “40 & 8”. William H. is well remembered for his congeniality, his fondness for sports, and for his service as the unpaid physician for the high school football team. Dr. Hamley was married to the former Mabel Roderick of Denver, Colorado. They had 3 children: (1) Mabel Hamley, (2) W. H. Hamley Jr., and (3) Margaret Mary Hamley.” From “A Place to Remember”, by Georgia Pinkston.
CLUBS; AMERICAN LEGIONAIRES: The American Legion was organized in 1920 with one of the Charter members being William H. Hamley. “A Place to Remember”, Georgia Pinkston.
HEALTH UNIT: On April 3, 1923 Dr. William H. Hamley plans for the drainage of the septic tanks into public sewers explained at the Town Meeting. “A Place to Remember”, by Georgia Pinkston.
PHYSICIANS; MENTIONED IN OLD NEWSPAPERS: Early 1900’s: Dr. Brown and Dr. William H. Hamley. “A Place to Remember”, by Georgia Pinkston.
CLUBS; ROTARY CLUB INTERNATIONAL: Organized on October 29, 1935. One of the Charter Members was William H. Hamley. From "A Place to Remember" , Georgia Pinkston

Hamley, William Hugh (Mrs.)
WOMEN’S AUXILIARY: “This associate of the Legion, Powell-Martin-Barrett Unit Number 37, was organized in Aug. 1926. One of the Charter members was Mrs. William H. Hamley. In 1929, Mrs. W. H. Hamley was President of the Unit. During Unit #37’s 1933 - 1934 year, Mrs. W. H. Hamley was State Chairman of the Education of War Orphans, Second Vice-President of the LA organization, and also she was the nominee for state presidency. “A Place to Remember”, Georgia Pinkston

Hammack, Alice (Miss)
The Rainbow Girls Assembly, organized by the Order of Eastern Star in 1952 with 45 members. One of the young ladies that was a Worthy Advisor was Miss Alice Hammack. From "A Place to Remember ", Georgia Payne Pinkston)

Hammack, Sadie (see Babb, Sadie or Babb, Mrs. F. A)

Hammond, H. J.
CHURCHES; TRANSYLVANIA BAPTIST: On May 7, 1939 Rev. Homer Mercer and Rev. A. L. Russell aided in organizing this church. One of the former pastors of the church was H. J. Hammond. Present pastor is H. D. Stakes [1977].“A Place to Remember”, Pinkston

Hammons, Jack
CHURCHES; LAKE SIDE BAPTIST: First called 7th Streetael Lensing, H. H. Howington, Jr..“ [Info 1977] Georgia Pinkston’s book “A Place to Remember”
CLUBS; ROTARY CLUB INTERNATIONAL: Organized on October 29, 1935. One of the past presidents of the Rotary Club of L. P., Louisiana for the 1969-70 term was T. E. Hankins. From "A Place to Remember", Georgia Pinkston

Hanna, Perry H.
PLANTATIONS; EDGEWOOD: “In the succession of Perry H. Hanna, Edgewood Plantation was described as ‘bonded on the North by the Mississippi River, on the east and south by Salem Plantation, and on the west by Illawara Plantation.“ “A Place to Remember”, Georgia Pinkston.

Hannigan, E. D.
“A NEW PARISH IS BORN: “In 1878, PARISH OFFICIALS FOR West Carroll were first elected. These were Senator C. Newton, State Rep. Dr. J. S. Herring, Sheriff P. M. Gaddis, Clerk Of Court A. L. Allen, Assessor Andrew Dannon, Tax Collector T. M. Gaddis, and Judge E. D. Hannigan.” From “Between the Rivers” by Florence Stewart McKoin

Harbin, Eloise
WOMEN OF E. C. PARISH TODAY (1977): “long-time bank employee” Georgia Pinkston’s book “A Place to Remember”

Hardeman, W. D.
A CONFEDERATE CARROLL; THE VOLUNTEERS: “From the southern part of the parish came the Monticello Rifles, in which W. D. Hardeman, W. C. Corbin, and C. A. Hedrick served under the command of Captain John S. Richards. In the first companies only W. D. Hardeman came from the large planter class. “A Place to Remember” Pinkston.

Harden, Lillybell (Mrs.)
BLACK CHURCHES; MT. LEBANON BAPTIST CHURCH: It is located on Ransdell Street, Rev. C. F. Butler, Pastor. This church was begun around 1856 on the Caldwell Plantation, but moved onto Ransdell, land formerly owned by Mrs. Lillybell Harden. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston

Harding, John D.
SHERIFF’S 1832-1976; 1839: John D. Harding. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston.

Hardison, Mrs.
“Miss Kate Stone (writer of “Brokenburn” her diary) mentions Mrs. Elizabeth Savage going to Floyd frequently in 1862. I assumed the Savage Plantation was nearer the Macon River than most of the others. She said, ‘Mrs. Hardison was telling us of Mrs. Abe Curry’s trip on horseback to Floyd. She must be crazy.’ A footnote said this was fifty miles round trip and mentioned Floyd being the county seat of Carroll Parish. There were federal troops in this area trying to stir up trouble among the slaves which was the reason Miss Stone thought Mrs. Curry’s trip hazardous.”
“In another section Miss Stone says, ‘A letter today from Mrs. Hardison. They and the Currys expect to move into the neighborhood in a few days. She writes gloomily of affairs on the river. The Newmans and the Grays are the only families left out there. Mat Johnson, after being beaten by his negroes, has come out to Floyd with fifteen other men and trying to raise a company to drive out the marauding Yankees. If only those backwoodsmen from across the Macon River would come over and help us.” “Between the Rivers” Florence McKoin

Harkey, H. L. (Mrs.)
CHURCHES; METHODIST CHURCH OF L. P.: The Women‘s Society of Christian Service, formed in 1940, of former Missionary Society and the Ladies Aid members. Mrs. H. L. Harkey was one of the Charter Members. “A Place to Remember”, Georgia Pinkston.

Harp, F. M.
EARLIEST BUSINESSES: Back in 1879-1880 , some of the business merchants were A. Violett, F. M. Harp, and William Rous in Lake Providence. From “A Place to Remember”, by Georgia Pinkston

Harper family
FORMATION OF THE COMMUNITIES, TRANSYLVANIA:
The Federal Housing Administration built homes, the units consisted of 40 to 150 acres. 99 year leases were set up between the Federal government and the Transylvania Association. Most project members were successful and added to their holdings. These families included the Lee John families, the Fortenberrys, Thorntons, Harpers, Harveys, Outz, Fletchers, and others. “A Place To Remember”, Pinkston

Harper, Captain
A CONFEDERATE CARROLL; THE VOLUNTEERS: “Also station in the northeast area were elements of Harrison‘s 3rd Louisiana Cavalry, Co. E., which was garrisoned at Milliken‘s Bend, under the command of Captain Harper, son-in-law of Mark Valentine of the Oasis Plantation. “A Place to Remember” Pinkston.
THE CARROLL TELEGRAPH: “General A. J. Smith’s division, which had debarked at Milliken’s Ben in the early morning hours of Christmas day, surprised the Confederate outpost there. The Southerners evaded capture and fled inland, followed by a brigade of Union Cavalry. Captain Harper’s company hid in the swamp as Union troops cut the telegraph and rail lines. A small detachment continued on the Delhi, burning the depot there and several bridges.” “A Place to Remember” Pinkston.

Harper, Alby
CHURCHES; LANE’S FERRY BAPTIST: Official records mention this church on December 24, 1934 when C. H. Neely of Oak Grove sold the land on the Oak Grove / L. P. highway at the Macon Bridge. Alby Harper was one of the Deacons of the church. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston

Harrell, George (Captain)
TRANSPORTATION; FERRY BOATS: An early operator of a ferry from a landing in Providence to the Mississippi shore was Captain George Harrell in 1887, between L. P. and Ben Lomond. “A Place to Remember”, Georgia Pinkston.

Harris, B. (Mrs.)
PLANTATIONS; HOPEWELL: “… Mrs. B. Harris lived on what is now known as Hopewell Plantation, and a large family named McFadden lived on River Bayou (sometimes called Providence Bayou). I remember going to a wedding on River Bayou at which many of the man and women danced barefoot.” “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston.

Harris, Carraban
BLACK CHURCHES; SAINT MARY’S BAPTIST CHURCH is situated on Gailliard Plantation. Carraban Harris, a cook for Daniel Wilson, the owner of the plantation, obtained permission to build a church there. It was remodeled in 1973. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston

Harris, Eli
PARISH JUDGE: 1845 - 1846: Eli Harris. “A Place to Remember”, by Georgia Pinkston.
CLERK OF COURT; 1846: Eli Harris, 10th Dist. “A Place to Remember”, by Georgia Pinkston.

Harris, Novella
WOMEN OF E. C. PARISH TODAY (1977): “manager of Harris Funeral Home” Georgia Pinkston’s book “A Place to Remember”?

Harris, J. W.
CHURCHES; 1st BAPTIST: Organized in 1914, the church located on Davis Streets. J. W. Harris has served as one of the Sunday School Directors. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston.
TEACHERS: J. W. Harris became principal of L.P.H.S. in 1945. J. W. Harris became the first visiting teacher in this parish in 1946. “A Place to Remember” Georgia Pinkston.

Harris, T. H.
EDUCATION: From 1904 to 1936 LA State Superintendent of Schools. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston.“

Harris, Virginia (Cathings)
DOCTORS: She is married to Dr. William Albert Harris. She is the former Virginia Catching of Hazelhurst, MS., who was a Phi Beta Kappa graduate of Southwestern in Memphis. Their children are Anne French Harris (now Mrs. Roby Shields), Laura Kathleen Harris, William Albert Harris, Jr., and Kenneth Catching Harris.
Virginia is very active in local affairs. She is a past president of the P. T. A., a substitute teacher, volunteer mathematics tutor, a church school teacher, past president of Women of Grace Church, past president of the L. P. Junior Auxiliary, Girl Scout leader, a member of Retarded Childrens Association, member of Golf and Tennis Association, member of the House and Garden Club and chairman of St. Jude’s Fund Drive. In 1974, she received the Beta Sigma Phi “First Lady of the Year in L. P.” award.
WOMEN OF E. C. PARISH TODAY (1977): “mother of 4; part-time office work, voted outstanding citizen” Georgia Pinkston’s book “A Place to Remember”

Harris, W. L. (Rev.)
BLACK CHURCHES; STAR BETHEL MISSIONARY BAPTIST was organized in 1956 by Rev. W. L. Harris. It is on Scarborough St. on land purchased from the Schneider family. Rev. R. B. Allen is the pastor. [1977] “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston

Harris, William A. (Doctor)
DOCTORS: Dr. Harris was born in Bessemer, Alabama, the son of Kenneth Gillespie and Katherine Oakley Harris and he grew up in Old Hickory, TN. He received his B. S. degree from Vanderbilt University (cum Laude), and his M. D. degree from Vanderbilt University Medical School. He interned at Walter Reed Hospital in Washington, D. C. He then served two years in the Army Medical Corps at Anchorage, AK. Following his military service, Dr. Harris served a general practice residency at Lafayette Charity Hospital at Lafayette, LA before coming to L. P. in 1957. Until 1970, he was associated with Dr. F. M. Terral, but in that year he established his own “Family Practice” office on Scarborough Street.
Dr. Harris is a member of the LA Medical and the American Medical Associations, the LA Academy of Family Practice, the local Hospital Board, and is the Coroner for E. C. Parish. Other memberships and offices are: President of the Jaycees, Rotary Club, the Lake Providence Country Club, a member of the Board of Directors of First National Bank and a vestryman of Grace Episcopal Church. (see also Harris, Virginia (Cathings))
BANKS; THE 1ST NATIONAL BANK: Opening it doors on July 14, 1902. One of the Board of Directors in 1975 included Dr. William A. Harris. Georgia Pinkston.
CHURCHES; GRACE EPISCOPAL CHURCH: Established in village of Providence in 1846 the first services of the Episcopal Church was donated by and built just east of Minerva Sparrow’s Arlington Plantation. Because of the persistent flooding a new Grace Church was built on Lake Street in 1886. An even newer building built on Lake Street in 1926. Serving as a present vestryman is Dr. William A. Harris. The present rector is Charles M. Seymour, Jr. [1977]. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston
PHYSICIANS; MENTIONED IN OLD NEWSPAPERS; RECENT [Info in book is from 1977]: A recent physician is Dr. W. A. Harris. “A Place to Remember”, by Georgia Pinkston.
CLUBS; ROTARY CLUB INTERNATIONAL: Organized on October 29, 1935. One of the past presidents of the Rotary Club of L. P., Louisiana for the 1967-68 term was William A. Harris. From "A Place to Remember", Georgia Pinkston

Harris, W. A. (Mrs.)
CLUBS; L. P. JUNIOR AUXILIARY: “The L. P. Junior Auxiliary was organized in Sept. 1962. Serving as a president was Mrs. W. A. Harris. From the book “A Place to Remember”, by Georgia Pinkston.

Hart, H. H. (Mr. & Mrs.)
CHURCHES; TRANSYLVANIA BAPTIST: On May 7, 1939 Rev. Homer Mercer and Rev. A. L. Russell aided in organizing this church. Two of the thirty-nine charter members was Mr. & Mrs. H. H. Hart. Present pastor is H. D. Stakes [1977].“A Place to Remember”, Pinkston

Hart, Mattie (Mrs.)
CHURCHES; TRANSYLVANIA BAPTIST: On May 7, 1939 Rev. Homer Mercer and Rev. A. L. Russell aided in organizing this church. One of the thirty-nine charter members was Mrs. Mattie Hart. Present pastor is H. D. Stakes [1977].“A Place to Remember”, Pinkston

Hart, W. T. (Mrs.)
CHURCHES; TRANSYLVANIA BAPTIST: On May 7, 1939 Rev. Homer Mercer and Rev. A. L. Russell aided in organizing this church. One of the thirty-nine charter members was Mrs. W. T. Hart . Present pastor is H. D. Stakes [1977].“A Place to Remember”, Pinkston

Hart, William
CHURCHES; GRACE EPISCOPAL CHURCH: Established in village of Providence in 1846 the first services of the Episcopal Church was just east of Minerva Sparrow’s Arlington Plantation. Because of the persistent flooding a new Grace Church was built on Lake Street in 1886. One of the clergymen in this new church was William Hart . “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston

Harvey family
FORMATION OF THE COMMUNITIES, TRANSYLVANIA:
The Federal Housing Administration built homes, the units consisted of 40 to 150 acres. 99 year leases were set up between the Federal government and the Transylvania Association. Most project members were successful and added to their holdings. These families included the Lee John families, the Fortenberrys, Thorntons, Harpers, Harveys, Outz, Fletchers, and others. “A Place To Remember”, Pinkston

Harvey, Frank H.
COMMUNICATIONS; POST MASTERS: The Post office at L. P. was established on Dec. 26, 1835. One of the Postmasters of Lake Providence, La. from 1835 to 1976 was Frank H. Harvey in 1858. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston.

Harvey, James P.
PLANTATIONS; HAGAMAN: Hagaman Plantation fronting the Mississippi, and located about ½ mile south of L. P., is one of the old places in the parish. It was Lot #1 of the judicial partition of the original Conn Plantation. James P. Harvey acquired it in 1855 and in turn sold it to Louise Dunbar. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston.

Harvey, John
COMMUNICATIONS; POST MASTERS: The Post office at L. P. was established on Dec. 26, 1835. One of the Postmasters of Lake Providence, La. from 1835 to 1976 was John Harvey in 1857. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston.

Harvey, Nolen / Nolan
LOCAL STORIES: The Carroll Democrat, Sat., Nov. 2, 1889, give this account, entitled “East Carroll Tournament. An Immense Gathering, Fine Sport, A Delightful Day, and a Grand Ball. At Night. “ Tuesday morning dawned a bright, beautiful, sunshiny day, as buoyant and radiant as were the hopes and aspirations of the knight who were to win fresh laurels in the days’ tourney. About 10 o’clock the crowd began to congregate upon the Arlington grounds, but it was a least 1 o’clock before titling began. Nolen Harvey was one of the 16 knights that marched up to the grand stand.”…. When everything had been duly prepared the Knights formed a line before the Judges’ stand. Nolen Harvey’s total, as rendered by the Judges, was 6 rings. His nickname was listed as “Knight Young America“. “There were several graceful and alert riders in the Tourney, among them we noticed the most perfect in horsemanship, Mr. Nolan Harvey, of Madison Parish.“ … At the Tournament Ball, Nolen Harvey selected Miss Emmy Richards as the 3rd Maid of Honor. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston.

Harvey, W. H. (Captain)
LOCAL STORIES: The Carroll Democrat, Sat., Nov. 2, 1889, give this account, entitled “East Carroll Tournament. An Immense Gathering, Fine Sport, A Delightful Day, and a Grand Ball. At Night. “ Tuesday morning dawned a bright, beautiful, sunshiny day, as buoyant and radiant as were the hopes and aspirations of the knight who were to win fresh laurels in the days’ tourney. About 10 o’clock the crowd began to congregate upon the grounds, but it was a least 1 o’clock before titling began. The 16 knights, in charge of Capt. W. H. Harvey, marched up to the grand stand.”…. When everything had been duly prepared, Capt. Harvey, in company with the other Knights formed a line before the Judges’s stand. W. H. Harvey’s total as rendered by the Judges, was four rings. His nickname was listed as “Knight of Don Carlos”. “A Place to Remember”, Georgia Pinkston.

Hash, John
EARLY SETTLERS: “John Hash executed his promissory note to Prentice and Henderson in the sum of $583, and secured punctual payment by a mortgage of 8000 pounds of “ginned cotton now growing on Hash‘s place on Bayou Macon, which cotton is to be delivered by Hash at the gin on his place by the 1st day of March, 1833. It not paid on stated date, Prentice and Henderson shall be allowed to seize and sell the said cotton and all other cotton, whether in bales or otherwise, belonging to Hash.” From the book “A Place to Remember”, by Georgia Pinkston.

Hatch, T. B. R.
EXPANSION OF ORIGINAL TOWN: Some firms and land purchasers in the town in the period from 1833 to 1866: T. B. R. Hatch edited the Louisianian, a weekly paper. The Louisianan Repubican, published in 1850 - 1851, and The Providence Herald (established in 1854) with T. B. Hatch as editor. . He built the present Delony home. [This home was later bought and floated across the lake to its present site]. From Georgia Pinkston’s book “A Place to Remember

Hawk, Blondell [see Surles, Alphy Pittman]

Hawkins, Jesse
EARLY SETTLERS: “Janie Blockwood Hawkins & Jesse Hawkins have lived in and reared a family of 12 children and 3 grandchildren in East Carroll since 1913. Jesse, a WWI veteran, was overseer of the Brown Plantation. Janie was the daughter of Rev. & Mrs. Louis Blockwood. Many members of this family are teachers. Janie and Jesse’s children listed are: (1) Dennis Hawkins, (2) Joel Hawkins, (3) Dorothy Hawkins, (4) Geraldine Hawkins, (5) Huey Hawkins, (6) Rebecca, and another (7) daughter. Sons Leo Dennis and Joel, and grandson Leo, Jr., and daughters Dorothy and Geraldine are all employed in East Carroll school system. Son Huey and his wife both teach in St. Landry Parish. Daughter Rebecca and her husband and a granddaughter teach in Morehouse, and another daughter was a teacher in Greenville. There are eleven teachers in this one family! All three sons served in the armed forces. Janie reared 3 granddaughters. One teaches in the Michigan school system, another is in the postal service in California, and one is a registered nurse in Slidell. The daughter in California is a district advisory representative for the schools. Another son is an urban renewal representative. One daughter-in-law is the local Food Stamp Supervisor.” From the book “A Place to Remember”, by Georgia Pinkston.

Hawkins, Mary (Warren) (see Warren, Omi9 Alan Hawsey, (2) Andy Hawsey, (3) Renee Hawsey, and (4) Candy Hawsey. From the book “A Place to Remember”, by Georgia Pinkston.

Hawsey, Candy
BIOS: Candy is a daughter of A. J. and Floyce Hawsey. Candy Hawsey is a Briarfield student.” From the book “A Place to Remember”, by Georgia Pinkston.

Hawsey, Henry Davis [see Hawsey, A. J.}

Hawsey, Kenneth [see Hawsey, A. J.}

Hayes, E. L.
CHURCHES; TRANSYLVANIA BAPTIST: On May 7, 1939 Rev. Homer Mercer and Rev. A. L. Russell aided in organizing this church. One of the former pastors of the church was E. L. Hayes. Present pastor is H. D. Stakes [1977].“A Place to Remember”, Pinkston

Hays, Francis M.
MAYORS: There are no town records before 1876, but other local records mention Francis M. Hays as one of the early mayors, 1859. “A Place to Remember”
NEWSPAPERS; The Carroll Watchman: In an 1875 issue: “Col. Francis M. Hays’ splendid new brick residence on Lake Street is in a fair way of completion, and will be the finest residence in Providence.“ [This is the present home of Mrs. John C. Bass.) [1977]“A Place to Remember”, Georgia Pinkston.
HEALTH; HEALTH UNIT: A local Board of Health was created in 1876. Serving on the board that year were: C. R. Egelly, A. Armstong, T. J. Powell, F. M. Hays, E. J. Delony, and Jason Hamilton. “A Place to Remember”, Georgia Pinkston.
EDUCATION: In 1879, F. M. Hays deeded to C. M. Pilcher, President of the School Board, a plot of land fronting on Lake Street (93‘ X 315‘) for $450, and a contract to Jones and Pilcher to build a school house, privy and cistern, for $1,575. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston.“

Hays, Richard P. D. (Doctor)
PHYSICIANS; MENTIONED IN OLD NEWSPAPERS: 1878: (Quarantine)-- Dr. Richard P. D. Hays. “A Place to Remember”, by Georgia Pinkston.

Hayes, Albertine (Brannum)
Oldest daughter of William Anthony Brannum and Elizabeth (Hearns) Brannum was Dr. Albertine B. Hayes. She received a doctorate from the University of OK. She has served as teacher, principal, supervisor, lecturer, visiting professor, and is now Assistant Superintendent in Caddo Parish. She has written many professional articles and has received many awards, including that of “Educator of the Year” in Caddo for 1969. Her husband, James T. Hayes, is a local businessman and teacher is Shreveport, LA. From “A Place to Remember”, by Georgia Pinkston.

Hayes, James T. [see Hayes, Albertine]

Hayes, John
A CONFEDERATE CARROLL; THE VOLUNTEERS: On April 12, 1862, the Confederate Defenders was inducted into the army as Co. K., 31st Louisiana Infantry. This group included E. J. Delony, George Burrus, John Hays, and A. N. McWilliams. “A Place to Remember” Pinkston.

Heard, W. W. (Governor)
LAW; THE THREE COURTHOUSES: On July 1, 1901, the old courthouse was replaced by a new building which was dedicated by Pecan Grove Lodge. The cornerstone bore the names of W. W. Heard, Gov. of La., and members of the Police Jury. Constructors were Enoch-Harris, and William and W. A. Stanton were the architects. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston.

Hearns, Elizabeth
Elizabeth Hearnes married W. A. Brannum in Lake Providence. When W. A. died, his energetic wife assumed the management of the funeral home and a grocery store. She was active in civic affairs, and in the African Methodist Episcopal Church. From “A Place to Remember”, by Georgia Pinkston.

Heath, Sir Robert

Hedrick, Doctor
PHYSICIANS; FIRST MENTIONED IN OLD NEWSPAPERS: 1850: Dr. Philip M. Ryan, Dr. Hedrick, Drs. Graves and Bowman, Dr. Francis Janus, Dr. Samuel Gustine, Dr. R. L. Graves. “A Place to Remember”, by Georgia Pinkston.

Hedrick, Cyrus A.
A CONFEDERATE CARROLL; THE VOLUNTEERS: “From the southern part of the parish came the Monticello Rifles, in which W. D. Hardeman, W. C. Corbin, and C. A. Hedrick served under the command of Captain John S. Richards. “A Place to Remember” Pinkston.
WAR’S END: “It was to a ravaged and bitter land that the weary veterans returned from the eastern battle fields. Maimed and scarred they came -- Thomas Scarborough, Charles Purdy, Ed Kleinpeter, and John Draughon; Charles DeFrance, C. R. Egelly, E. J. Delony, and J. S. Richards, Cyrus Hedrick, W. R. C. Lyons, J. D. Lott, and Mark Valentine, Jr., among others. The refugees returned from Texas; their desire - to build their lives and fortunes in peace. From the north came the paroled prisoners of war. Sons of Carroll lay buried from Virginia to Baton Rouge. Franc Whicher, Nathan Trotter, George Sanderson, George Burrus, D. D. Kilcrease, B. A. Sanford, W. H. Farrar, and young Wesley McGuirt-these were but a few of the casualties.” Georgia Pinkston’s book “A Place to Remember”
CLERK OF COURT; 1880: Cyrus A. Hedrick, 8th Dist. “A Place to Remember”, by Georgia Pinkston.
MASONIC LODGES: Monticello Lodge Number 92 Records, dated Sept. 1, 1866. One of the officers was Cyrus A. Hedrick, later becoming a member of Pecan Grove Lodge. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston.
MASONIC LODGES: Pecan Grove Lodge Number 222 was located at Goodrich Landing, established on May 5, 1875, lastly being in a new building located at Lake & Hood Streets. Cyrus A. Hedrick was one of the early officers of Pecan Grove Lodge. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston.

Hedrick, Estelle (Miss)
"In Floyd there were seven saloons on Main Street, according to Mr. Lefevre. There was much drinking and no man left his home without his gun. Johnnie Anderson was shot down on the streets on night after he had escorted Miss Estelle Hedrick to church. It seems everyone knew who did the killing, but no one came to trial even thought the Anderson family was among the best families in the town." "Between the Rivers", McKoin.

Hedrick, Hattie (see also Mitchiner, W. T. “Tib”)

Henderson, J. H.
BLACK CHURCHES; CAIN RIDGE NO. 2: Located on Holland Delta Road and established in 1911, land purchased from Mrs. A. J. Wyly. Andrew Williams is a surviving deacon [1977]. Other ministers have been D. C. Davis, Henry Smith, J. H. Henderson, J. H. Moore, and O. L. Virgil. Fred Jones is pastor today [1977].“A Place to Remember”, Georgia Pinkston
BLACK CHURCHES; MT CARMEL BAPTIST CHURCH: It is located on Short 9th Street. It originated on the Waddill Plantation but moved to town 22 years ago (@1955). Rev. J. Henderson was the first pastor. The minister in 1977 was J. W. Whitney. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston

Henderson, R. K.
NEWSPAPERS; The Lake Republican: August D. Wright was the editor and Cain Sartain, a Negro man, was one of the proprietors. A 1873 issue: “Hon. George C. Benham and Hon. Cain Sartain, Parish Representatives; Hon. Wade H. Hough, District Judge; Hon. Hiram H. Steel, District Attorney; Hon. W. N. Benham, Assistant Sheriff; David Jackson and W. M. Abbot, Clerks of District Court; M. A. Sweet, Recorder; John Asberry, Coroner; and R. K. Henderson, State tax Collector.“ “A Place to Remember”, Georgia Pinkston.

Henderson, William
“EARLY SETTLERS: According to local courthouse records, the first settlers recording their land holdings did so in the early 1800‘s. Samuel Galloway, for whom Galloway Bayou is named, sold land in 1833 to William Henderson.” From the book “A Place to Remember”, by Georgia Pinkston.
“EARLY SETTLERS: John Hash executed his promissory note to Prentice and Henderson in the sum of $583, and secured punctual payment by a mortgage of 8000 pounds of “ginned cotton now growing on Hash‘s place on Bayou Macon, which cotton is to be delivered by Hash at the gin on his place by the 1st day of March, 1833. It not paid on stated date, Prentice and Henderson shall be allowed to seize and sell the said cotton and all other cotton, whether in bales or otherwise, belonging to Hash.” From the book “A Place to Remember”, by Georgia Pinkston.
EARLY SETTLERS: “Patrick Gilfoil in 1843 left Omega Plantation to his heirs--this being then a part of Carroll Parish. William Henderson owned 2.702 acres in the Henderson community, and Benjamin Boughton, a Methodist minister, owned 540 acres in the Nine Mile Reach--all dated 1843. Georgia Pinkston’s book “A Place to Remember”

Hendrix family
BLACK CHURCHES; FIRST PENTECOSTAL CHURCH OF SONDHEIMER was organized in 1941 by Elbert E. Sanders. The Hendrix family helped build the first church located on Bear Lake. In 1954 the church was moved nearer Sondheimer. The first person to conduct services at the church was an evangelist, Alma Levi. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston

Hendrix, Leroy
EDUCATION: Teachers Mrs. Nelle Erwin, Leroy Hendrix, Muriel Lovell, and Kay Russell in 1975. Mr. Penn Sandidge, Principal of the Northside Elementary School died Feb. 8, 1974. “A Place to Remember” Georgia Pinkston.

Henley, Coy (see Edmondson, Alyce)

Henry family
“Many early settlers just staked out their claims without buy from anyone. Later, we find a few of them clearing their titles with the federal government after the U. S. Survey of 1841. Their claims wee honored if they were living on the firms. We will recall the surveyors were instructed to mark such farms and not molest the farmers and later titles could be cleared. On an old map, I found the following improvements, as the farms were called at that time. The Floyd, Henry, Kent, Rollins, McGuire, Bebee, and Sutton farms, all located on the Cook Terry Road, and near Floyd were the Lindsey and McGinpio farms. In Old Book A, page 44, I found the Rollins purchasing their land from the U. S. Government on October 14, 1835. Their descendants are with us today, one of whom is Mrs. Willie Mae Dillard Roberts of Oak Grove.” “Between the Rivers” Florence McKoin

Henson, Harrison
“William Pitt Kellogg, a colored man under the domination of northern Yankees, was elected governor of the state in 1872. He appointed Harrison Henson as magistrate for Ward 2, and Sheriff for Carroll Parish. Leon LeFevre said these colored appointees west of the Macon never served. Magistrate Henson came to Floyd to hold court one day. After Ace Anderson held a conference with him, he departed without holding court and never returned in the capacity of magistrate again. “ Florence Stewart McKoin’s book “Between the Rivers”

Herring, Charles (Mrs.)
WOMEN’S AUXILIARY: Subsequent presidents of Unit #37 included Mrs. Charles Herring for the American Legion’s Women’s Auxiliary. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston.

Herring, Charlie
In 1870 across the road from the Oak Grove Cemetery, was a log building which was used as a school and a Methodist Church. Many of the children who attended school lived 9 or 10 miles away and had to leave home before daylight and did not return until after dark. Some came in surreys; other rode mules or horses. Charlie Herring, one of the students rode a black steer, which paced like a horse. All the boys were delighted when they were given an opportunity of riding it. “Between the Rivers”, McKoin

Herring, James D.
CHURCHES; HERRINGVILLE BAPTIST: Organized in 1923 on land donated by James D. Herring, and located in the Monticello community. It was first located in the home of Mr. & Mrs. R. E. Ragus. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston. (Is this James the Jim that is listed below?]

Herring, John S.
PHYSICIANS IN EAST CARROLL--(Mentioned in old newspapers) “1858 - Dr. J. S. Herring. “ Florence Stewart McKoin’s book “Between the Rivers”
“A NEW PARISH IS BORN: “In 1878, PARISH OFFICIALS FOR West Carroll were first elected. These were Senator C. Newton, State Rep. Dr. J. S. Herring, Sheriff P. M. Gaddis, Clerk Of Court A. L. Allen, Assessor Andrew Dannon, Tax Collector T. M. Gaddis, and Judge E. D. Hannigan.” From “Between the Rivers” by Florence Stewart McKoin

Herring, Jim
"The last shooting I heard of was Mansfield Crowe shooting Jim Herring while he was the mail carrier from Floyd to Oak Grove. Later Mr. Crowe was elected assessor for the parish. [West Carroll] "Between the Rivers", McKoin

Herring, Mary S. (Mrs.)
ORDER OF THE EASTERN STAR; CHAPTER #42: It was organized on Sept. 26, 1907. The first meeting was at the Pecan Grove Lodge Hall. Early activities included social and musical programs, teas, receptions, etc.. At the first meeting was Special Deputy, Mary S. Herring and member of the "Louise Chapter of Monroe". “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston.

Herring, Wes
In 1870 across the road from the Oak Grove Cemetery, was a log building which was used as a school and a Methodist Church. Many of the children who attended school lived 9 or 10 miles away and had to leave home before daylight and did not return until after dark. Some of the pupils who attended this school were Charlie Herring, Wes Herring, John Settoon, Helen Settoon, Young Settoon, Minnie Johns, Tiny Johns, George H. Castleman, W. H. Castleman, Theresa Reneau, Andrew Jackson, Henry Lawton, Milties Robertson, and Bill Green. “Between the Rivers”, by McKoin

Herrington, James T.
PROFESSORS FROM EAST CARROLL: One principal of L. P., was James T. Herrington left the position in 1968 to become Dean of Student Personnel at Athens College, AL. Later he returned to E. C. to be Director of Federal Programs. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston.
EDUCATION: In August of 1970 Mr. James T. Herrington became Superintendent. “A Place to Remember” Georgia Pinkston.

Herrington, Jimmy & Carl [brothers]
CHURCHES; 1st BAPTIST: “The church is located on Davis Streets. The church ordained T. Homer Mercer in 1940, David Martin in 1956, Jerry Edmondson in 1962, also Jimmy and Carl Herrington have become licensed ministers. Jimmy Herrington has also served as one of the Sunday School Directors. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston.

Herrington, Lena
CHURCHES; MONTICELLO SOUTHERN BAPTIST: Located on the eastern bank of Bayou Macon. purchased for $2,000 in 1975 from Mrs. Lena Herrington. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston

Herrington, Roderick
CHURCHES; LAKE SIDE BAPTIST: First called 7th Street Baptist, because of location, it was organized in 1957. First minister was Reverend Gray. The present minister [1977] is Rev. Roderick Herrington in the new church located on Schneider Lane, near the lake. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston.

Herzog, Marian
WOMEN OF E. C. PARISH TODAY (1977): “government agency employee, town council member” Georgia Pinkston’s book “A Place to Remember”

Hester, C. E. (Mrs.)
TEACHERS: Listed as one of the parish wide teachers in 1926 was Mrs. C. E. Hester, teaching Kindergarten. “A Place to Remember” Georgia Pinkston.

Hester, John M.
PARISH ATTORNEY; 1945: John M. Hester. “A Place to Remember”, by Georgia Pinkston.

Hester, Mercedes (see also Douglas, Mrs. William O.)
“This associate of the Legion, Powell-Martin-Barrett Unit Number 37, was organized in Aug. 1926. In 1929, Mrs. W. H. Hamley, President of the Unit awarded medals for school essays at E. C. High and St. Patrick’s. The winners of this contest were Mercedes Hester (later Mrs. Wm. O. Douglas, wife of the Supreme Court Justice) and Henry Dalfiume. “ From the book “A Place to Remember”, by Georgia Pinkston.

Hicks, Charles
RECONSTRUCTION; POLITICS, 1868 - 1877: Some of the Black office holders included David Jackson, Clerk of Court; Charles Hicks, Sheriff; John Asberry, Coroner; Ed Jackson, Record; and J. Ed Burton, Registrar of Voters. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston.
BLACK CONTRIBUTORS TO EARLY HISTORY: “Charles Hicks, another sheriff and member of the School Board, is mentioned in records for 1875.” From “A Place to Remember”, by Georgia Pinkston.
SHERIFF’S 1832-1976; 1875: Charles Hicks. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston.

Hicks, Laurie
WOMEN OF E. C. PARISH TODAY (1977): “secretary, church altar society” Georgia Pinkston’s book “A Place to Remember”

Hicks, Lloyd Paul
EAST CARROLL CASUALTIES; WWI: Lloyd Paul Hicks, Pvt., died of Pneumonia, Oct. 19, 1918.

Hicks, Van
EDUCATION: In August of 1970 Mr. James T. Herrington became Superintendent and Mrs. Jessie Jean Gill as Supervisor of Attendance. Mr. Van Hicks and Mr. O. L. Patrick became assistant Superintendents, as well as continuing as supervisors. “A Place to Remember” Georgia Pinkston.

Hider, Arthur (Jr.)
BIOS: Arthur Hider, Jr. was the oldest son of Arthur Hider and Emma Anderson Hider. He died in 1936. “A Place to Remember”, Georgia Pinkston.

Hider, Arthur (Sr.)
BIOS: Arthur Hider was a native of London, England, and came to Canada with his family as a youth. Arthur Hider, father of George Turner Hider, was a civil engineer and for many years was engaged in levee construction, channel improvement, bank protection and flood control work on the Miss. River with the United State Corps of Engineers. Arthur Hider died in Greenville, Mississippi, in 1916. Mr. Hider‘s mother was Emma Anderson, a native of Louisville, Kentucky, born in Oct 1855, and died in Greenville, Miss in 1942. The Hider family consisted of 5 children-- 3 sons and 2 daughters. (1) Arthur Hider, Jr., (2)William P. Hider, and (3) George Turner Hider. The daughters were (4) Louise Hider (Mrs. Arthur Shepherd), died in 1948, and (5) Miss Emma Knight Hider, died in 1967.

Hider, Emma Knight
BIOS: Her father, Arthur Hider, a native of London, England, married to Emma Anderson Hider (she was a native of Louisville, Kentucky). Miss Emma Knight Hider died in 1967. “A Place to Remember”, Georgia Pinkston.

Hider, George Ann
BIOS: George T. Hider, and his wife, Virginia (Benjamin) were the parents of George Ann Hider. George Ann Hider, now Mrs. James E. Wesner, now resides in Alexandria, VA., & Washington, D. C. “A Place to Remember”, Georgia Pinkston.

Hider, Virginia
BIOS: Virginia Benjamin, daughter of Virginia and George T. Hider. Virginia married Clarence J. Martin. “A Place to Remember”, Georgia Pinkston.

Hider, Virginia (see also Hider, George Turner)
BIOS: Virginia Benjamin was Mr. George T. Hider’s wife. She is a native of L. P., born Dec. 5, 1907. She is the daughter of William B. Benjamin & Elizabeth McCulloch Benjamin. Virginia Hider and her parents were all born and reared in the parish. George and Virginia have 2 daughters, Virginia and George Ann. “A Place to Remember”, Georgia Pinkston.
DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION: “Moses Shelby Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution was formed in L. P. on Dec. 22, 1934. One of it’s charter members was Mrs. W. B. Benjamin, Mrs. George T. Hider, and she was also a Regents of the Moses Shelby Chapter.“ From the book “A Place to Remember”, by Georgia Pinkston

Hider, George Turner
BIOS: “Soldier, engineer, banker, inventor, Canal Zone Commission employee and plantation operator are some of the activities that have marked the interesting career of George Turner Hider, vice-president of the Bank of Dixie (formerly Lake Providence Bank). Since graduating from Cornell University in 1909, as a mechanical engineer, his activities include work with the U. S. Steel Corp., manager of the Power & Light Plant, cotton gin operator, cotton dryer engineer, state highway commission engineer, city councilman and police juror. Mr. Hider was born in Louisville, Kentucky, on October 13, 1886.
Mr. Hider worked for the U. S. Steel Corp at Wheeling, West Virginia. Later he went to Panama, where he served for 2 years as a Canal Zone Commission employee (1911-1912). He came to L. P., La. In 1912 to manage the Power & Light Power Plant for a year. He then became a cotton ginner and remained in this business for 50 years.
During WWI he spent 8 months in the U. S. Army. From 1920 to 1924, he served as a La. State Hwy Commission engineer. During his public career he has served as a member of the L. P. City Council, the East Carroll Parish Police Jury, and for many years has served as vice-president of the Bank of Dixie. He has also been active in many community services including the Ration Board during WWII and was active in the establishment of the Production Marketing Association Committee (U.S. Dept. of Agriculture) in the parish.
Mr. Hider won national recognition with an automatic device which controls a tractor by remote control. (see INVENTORS). Mr. Hider’s wife was Miss Virginia Benjamin. George Turner Hider and wife Virginia Benjamin Hider had 2 daughters. (1) Virginia Hider, who is now Mrs. Clarence J. Martin, and (2) George Ann Hider, who married James E. Wesner, now residing in Alexandria, Virginia, and Washington, D. C. George Turner Hider is owner of Lake Hall and Lake Home Plantations, and for many years was actively engaged in farming. He served as the 2nd president of the La. Delta Council. In 1953, he was a member of the Board of Directors of All Saints Episcopal College in Vicksburg, Mississippi. Mr. Hider was President of the National Ginners Association (1953-1954), and in 1963 was awarded the Horace Hayden Memorial Trophy.
Mr. & Mrs. Hider are both prominent in social and cultural circles. Mr. Hider is a member of the Phi Delta Theta fraternity, the Sons of the American Revolution, the American Society of Mechinal Engineers, the American Legion, and is a communicant of Grace Episcopal Church..” From “A Place to Remember”, by Georgia Pinkston.
Mr. Hider, a graduate in mechanical engineering from Cornell University, a planter, ginner and former bank Vice-President, failed to obtain a patent from the U. S. Patent Office, but he did patent his invention in Russia, Germany, France, and Great Britain.
Mr. Hider is further credited with another important agricultural development. A cotton dryer for gins was tested at Transylvania, and Mr. Hider was asked by ginners in Madison Parish to devise and install one like it for them, which he did. (Aside Mr. Hider adds, “Almost burning the gin up, in the process!”)
Mr. Hider in 1929 went to Peru to install several for ginners there. This idea never was patented, but it is widely used today with modifications.
INVENTORS: In 1937-’38, a local planter perfected a “May-pole Tractor”. In the center of the cotton field, a twelve-foot tower was erected with a drum 12 ¼ inches in diameter atop it. A cable leading from the drum was connected to a tractor. When the tractor was started and placed at the outer edge of the field (or at the center), the cable winding around the drum guided the tractor steadily around the field. A field as large as 120 acres could thus be plowed, planted, and cultivated.
BUSINESSES AND RECREATION; Banks: “The Bank of Dixie, formerly the L. P. Bank, celebrated its 75th in 1973. The 1st Board of Directors included. S. W. Smith, Jr., Jasper N. Hill, J. W. Tooke, Jr., E. J. Hamley, Phil McGuire, J. C. Pittman, & J. E. Reynolds. 1st President of this bank was S. W. Smith, Jr. Later other officers included are: Vice-President George T. Hider, Leo Lensing, T. E. Hanks, P. G. Marron, Michael Lensing, and Sybil Bayles.“ Georgia Pinkston’s book “A Place to Remember”
EARLY LEGIONAIRES: The American Legion, local Post Number 37, Powell-Martin-Barrett, was named for three heroes who gave their lives for their country in WWI, was organized in 1920. No records are available concerning the Past Commanders of this Post, but records do refer to George Hider as an early leader. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston.
MODERN BANKS; THE BANK OF DIXIE / THE LAKE PROVIDENCE BANK: George T. Hider is Vice-President in the Bank of Dixie.“ [Info 1977] Georgia Pinkston’s book “A Place to Remember”
BIOGRAPHIES: “Mr. Hider won national recognition with an automatic device which controls a tractor by remote control.” From “A Place to Remember”, by Georgia Pinkston.
PLANTATIONS: James E. Old tells of his arrival in 1824: “… the next man lived at Tensas and kept a ferry there, by the name of Hiram Bunch; next live Alfred Moon Hood, son of Harbird Hood, then came the Hood‘s homeplace (in 1977 was owned by George T. Hider)… “A Place to Remember”, Georgia Pinkston.

Hider, Louise
Her father was Arthur Hider, a native of London, England, her mother was Emma Anderson, a native of Louisville, Kentucky. Louise Hider became Mrs. Arthur Shepherd, she died in 1948. , and Miss Emma Knight Hider, died in 1967. “A Place to Remember”, Georgia Pinkston.

Hider, William P.
BIOS: William P. Hider was a son of Arthur and Emma Anderson Hider. He died in 1951. “A Place to Remember”, Georgia Pinkston.

Higgins, Mr.
LOCAL STORIES: The Carroll Democrat, Sat., Nov. 2, 1889, give this account, entitled “East Carroll Tournament. An Immense Gathering, Fine Sport, A Delightful Day, and a Grand Ball. At Night. “ Tuesday morning dawned a bright, beautiful, sunshiny day, as buoyant and radiant as were the hopes and aspirations of the knight who were to win fresh laurels in the days’ tourney. About 10 o’clock the crowd began to congregate upon the Arlington grounds, but it was a least 1 o’clock before titling began. Mr. Higgins was one of the 16 knights that marched up to the grand stand.”…. When everything had been duly prepared the Knights formed a line before the Judges’ stand. Mr. Higgins’ total, as rendered by the Judges, was 4 rings. His nickname was listed as “Knight of Last Chance”. “A Place to Remember”, Georgia Pinkston.

Hilding, Christina Caroline (see Nelson, Alfred)

Hill, Alex, Jr.
L.P.H.S. FOOTBALL: Frank Byerley returned to L. P. around 1920. He became head football coach at L.P.H.S. His championship team in 1922 included Alex Hill, Jr., who played guard. “A Place to Remember”, Georgia Pinkston.

Hill, Alex S. (Mrs.)
CHURCHES; METHODIST CHURCH OF L. P.: The Women‘s Society of Christian Service, formed in 1940, of former Missionary Society and the Ladies Aid members Mrs. A. S. Hill was one of the Charter Members. “A Place to Remember”, Georgia Pinkston
DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION: “Moses Shelby Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution was formed in L. P. on Dec. 22, 1934. One of it’s charter members was Mrs. Alex S. Hill, and she was also a Regent of Moses Shelby Chapter since Mrs. McDaniel.“ From the book “A Place to Remember”, by Georgia Pinkston

Hill, Anna P.
ORDER OF THE EASTERN STAR; CHAPTER #42: It was organized on Sept. 26, 1907. The first meeting was at the Pecan Grove Lodge Hall. In 1915 there were 54 members. Over the years one of the Worthy Matrons was Anna P. Hill. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston.

Hill, Annie Belle
ORDER OF THE EASTERN STAR; CHAPTER #42: It was organized on Sept. 26, 1907. The first meeting was at the Pecan Grove Lodge Hall. In 1915 there were 54 members. One of the Worthy Matron was Annie Belle Hill. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston.

Hill, Charles
ORDER OF THE EASTERN STAR; CHAPTER #42: It was organized on Sept. 26, 1907. The first meeting was at the Pecan Grove Lodge Hall. At the first meeting was Special Deputy, Mary S. Herring and member of the "Louise Chapter of Monroe". 1st WORTHY MATRON: Mrs. Rebecca Blackburn, and 1st WORTHY PATRON: Charles Hill. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston

Hill, Jasper N.
BUSINESSES AND RECREATION; Banks: “The Bank of Dixie, formerly the L. P. Bank, celebrated its 75th in 1973. The 1st Board of Directors included. S. W. Smith, Jr., Jasper N. Hill, J. W. Tooke, Jr., E. J. Hamley, Phil McGuire, J. C. Pittman, & J. E. Reynolds. President of this bank was S. W. Smith, Jr. Later presidents were Jasper N. Hill, who was followed by his son J. Newton Hill, Jr.“ Georgia Pinkston’s book “A Place to Remember”
MASONIC LODGES: Pecan Grove Lodge Number 222 was located at Goodrich Landing, established on May 5, 1875, next it was located upstairs at a meeting hall, and lastly being in a new building located at Lake & Hood Streets. J. N. Hill was one of the Worshipful Masters of the Pecan Grove Lodge. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston.
HEALTH; HEALTH UNIT: In 1898 Dr. F. R. Bernard, W. D. Bell, and Messrs. E. J. Hamley, J. N. Hill, and T. J. Powell made up the Town Board of Health. “A Place to Remember”, Georgia Pinkston.
HEALTH: On July 3, 1928 Dr. W. K. Evans was appointed the Health Officer. The local Board of Health that year included Mrs. Richard Bell, Mrs. Burta R. Pinkston, Golden Leigh Levy, and J. Newton Hill, Jr. A Resolution of Respect, dated 1959, was presented to Dr. Evans for twenty-two years of continued service to the two parishes. “A Place to Remember”, by Georgia Pinkston.
CLUBS; ROTARY CLUB INTERNATIONAL: Organized on October 29, 1935. One of the Charter Members was J. Newton Hill, Jr. From "A Place to Remember" , Georgia Pinkston

Hill, Jasper N.Chairman and a former WWI nurse, conducted an outstanding program. The Auxiliary did emergency relief work during the flood of 1927. Members conducted rescue work, clothed and fed some 9,000 refugees in L. P., and assisted the Red Cross in caring for the sick. “ From the book “A Place to Remember”, by Georgia Pinkston.

Hilliard, Henry
RECONSTRUCTION; POLITICS, 1868 - 1877: Blacks succeeded in winning several parish offices in 1871. Five members of the seven man School Board were black - J. A. Gla, Nicholas Burton, David King, F. B. Bertholomy, and Henry Hilliard. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston.
BLACK CONTRIBUTORS TO EARLY HISTORY: “Other negroes of note were: Henry Hilliard, Tillman Banks, J. A. Gla, M. E. Massee, and Adolph Reese serving on the colored Levee Convention in Greenville, Mississippi; Rev. Smith, Elias Bunley and Amanda Brown who, in 1866 were licensed by the African Methodist Episcopal Church in Mississippi; and W. H. Hunter, a deputy sheriff and constable and collecting agent in 1883.” From “A Place to Remember”, by Georgia Pinkston.

Hillman, Hercules
COMMUNICATIONS; POST MASTERS: The Post office at L. P. was established on Dec. 26, 1835. One of the Postmasters of Lake Providence, La. from 1835 to 1976 was Hercules Hillman in 1844. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston.

Hilton, Alexander J.
EAST CARROLL CASUALTIES; WWI: Alexander J. Hilton, Pvt., KIA on July 23, 1918.

Hinson, William
PLANTATIONS: James E. Old tells of his arrival in 1824: “… William Hinson, Joseph Fugua, William Fife, John Hughes and John W. Delanley lived at different places on the lake.” “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston.

Hinton, Noah B.
PLANTATIONS; SHELBURN: Noah B. Hinton of Madison Co., MS., purchased 1,020 acres at the head of the lake in 1845. Hinton bought the land from 3 early real estate dealers; Oliver Jones Morgan, Jonathan Morgan, and Govy Hood. “A Place To Remember”, Pinkston

Holberg, Charles J.
CHURCHES; METHODIST CHURCH OF LAKE PROVIDENCE: The La. Conference of the Methodist Episcopal Church sent a minister named Charles J. Holberg in 1863. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston.

Holbrook, Fred
NEWSPAPERS; The Carroll Republican in 1871 appeared. Town meeting on April 1, 1873 lists the town officials: A. W. Roberts, Mayor; Mr. Blount, Marshall, and Fred Holbrook, Secretary.“ “A Place to Remember”, Georgia Pinkston.

Hollingsworth, J. V.
CHURCHES; LANE’S FERRY BAPTIST: Official records mention this church on December 24, 1934 when C. H. Neely of Oak Grove sold the land on the Oak Grove / L. P. highway at the Macon Bridge. J. V. Hollingsworth was one of the Deacons of the church. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston

Hollingsworth, Joseph C.
COMMUNICATIONS; POST MASTERS: The Post office at L. P. was established on Dec. 26, 1835. One of the Postmasters of Lake Providence, La. from 1835 to 1976 was Joseph C. Hollingsworth in 1840. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston.
John J. Bowie, it appears, was married twice. His first wife was American Ann Watkins, mention in an early donation to their daughter, Harriet (Mrs. Joseph C. Hollingsworth).” “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston.
“Suits book of 1850 show that the commissioners appointed by the Police Jury to “contract for the building of a courthouse in the town of L. P. were: Thomas Robedeaux Patten, Joseph C. Hollingsworth, Loluis Selby, and Reason P. Bowie.” They contracted with James Fitzpatrick to build, and purchased 212,000 brick from R. M. Campbell to be used in the building. “A Place to Remember”, Georgia Pinkston.

Holly / Holley, C. E.
EDUCATION: In 1941 C. E. Holly was elected E. C. schools superintendent. “A Place to Remember” Georgia Pinkston. TEACHERS: C. E. Holley was granted a four months’ leave of absence on Aug. 9, 1944, with H. H. Moorman taking Holley’s remaining term for superintendent on July 1, 1945. “A Place to Remember” Georgia Pinkston.

Holmes, Kate [see Stone, Kate]

Holmes, Richard
EAST CARROLL CASUALTIES; WWI: Richard Holmes, Private, died of Pneumonia, Oct. 16, 1918.

Holt family
CHURCHES; PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF LAKE PROVIDENCE: The Presbyterian Church was built in 1852 and stayed until 1876. Captain J. A. Donnelly bought the shell, the church was destroyed during the Civil War with cannon balls. A new church was built in 1962, with Rev. George York as pastor, on land that the old church had been on. The Holt family donated a new pipe organ. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston.

Holt, David
CHURCHES; GRACE EPISCOPAL CHURCH: Established in village of Providence in 1846 the first services of the Episcopal Church was donated by and built just east of Minerva Sparrow’s Arlington Plantation. Because of the persistent flooding a new Grace Church was built on Lake Street in 1886. An even newer building built on Lake Street in 1926. During the span of fifty years (1926 to 1976) one of the clergymen was David Holt. The present rector is Charles M. Seymour, Jr. [1977]. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston

Holt, Fred
HIS STORY - FLETCHER ALTON BABB:
Alton Babb had succeeded C. J. Wyly‘s position, as clerk of the Police Jury, upon his death in 1932. He said some of the prominent men in parish affairs was Mr. Tom Estes, parish Prison Farm Manager. The farm proved successful. Members of the Prison Farm Committee included: Tib Mitchiner, R. K. Howard, A. T. Phillips, Sidney Guenard, Sr., Fred Holt, F. O. Blair, Mr. Sykes, George Bishop, and W. B. Ragland, Sr. “A Place To Remember”, Pinkston

Holt, Jack L.
BANKS; THE 1ST NATIONAL BANK: Opening it doors on July 14, 1902. One of the Board of Directors in 1975 included Jack L. Holt. [1977] “A Place to Remember”, Georgia Pinkston.
BLACK CHURCHES; UNION BAPTIST NO. 1 is located on Wilton Plantation, on land former owned by Mr. Norris Williamson but now owned by Mr. Jack Holt. It was organized in 1928. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston

Hood, Govy (see Hood, Harbird)
FORMATION OF THE COMMUNITIES, SHELBURN:
David Flournoy Blackburn owned a plantation located there in 1850; they combined the Blackburn name with Shelly, a wife of one of the Blackburns to form the name of ‘Shelburn’. Other land owners were Noah B. Hinton, his partners, Govy Hood, Oliver J. Morgan, & Jonathan Morgan. Near the head of the lake the property is closely associated with the Davis, Ransdell, & Schneider families. “A Place To Remember”, Pinkston
PHYSICIANS; FIRST MENTIONED IN OLD NEWSPAPERS: 1856: Dr. Govy Hood, is Suit Book- teeth extracted and night visit, $3.00. I visit and delivery, $50.00. Office rent, $8.00 a month, horse hire, $22.00. “A Place to Remember”, by Georgia Pinkston.
TRANSPORTATION; WHARF-BOATS: Local Conveyance Book G state that Francis B. Richardson sold the Eliza, wharf-boat, with furniture, riggins, ropes, cains, and tackles, to Govy Hood. Date: 1853. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston
“Govy was a minor when his family moved to this area. He was married twice - first to Nancy Catherine Phillips, and after her death to Julia Ann Chandler. The site of their home was that of the present George Hider home on the lake known as the Hood place. This family gave its name to Hood Street in L. P. and to Hood Lane which adjoins the O. S. Brown property. Govy owned a livery stable in L. P.. He donated a site for a Catholic Church to Archbishop Anthony Blane of New Orleans on Oct. 15, 1851. Earlier his father Harbird, had given a camp-meeting ground to the Methodists in the parish.” “A Place to Remember”, Georgia Pinkston.
PLANTATIONS; HOME PLACE: Home Place was owned by Govy Hood and later Edward H. Davis. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston.
THE NEW TOWN: “On Feb. 19, 1866, a delegation of the leading citizens of Providence met in Judge DeFrance’s office for the purpose of relocating the destroyed town. Included in the delegation were Govy Hood, Thomas Scarborough, and W. F. Pennington. “A Place to Remember”, Georgia Pinkston.

Hood, Harbird
EARLY SETTLEMENTS: “John Millikin, registrar of the land office, knew of a Mrs. Bruit who resided on the river a mile below the mouth of Stock/Stack Island Lake. Other early names are Hugh White, Samuel White and Herbert/Harbird Hood, who were granted land here in 1812.
CITIZENS WHO LEFT THEIR MARK: “Harbird Hood and his wife Nancy Stanford emigrated to this area in 1812. They were the parents of John Alfred Moon, Govy, and Lucinda Hood. “John Alfred Moon, Govy, and Lucinda Hood. While driving a heard of cattle, the first son was killed when his horse threw him against a tree. His widow was the former Rachel Graham who later married Mr. Will Benjamin‘s father.” “A Place to Remember”, Georgia Pinkston
Govy Hood and his sister Lucinda Hood Everett Chambliss (Mrs. Robert J.) in 1837 donated a site for the Carrollton Bank, lot #52, ‘to be used as a banking house or Office of Discounts and Deposits of the New Orleans and Carrollton Railroad.’ Further requirements were that the building (Carrollton Bank) be of brick and not less than two stories high. Horace Prentice was president of the company and G. Skipworth was the cashier.
Fauxbourg-Chambliss was the 80-acre tract on which the Robert Chambliss home stood, and it became the southern extension of the town of Providence. In 1854 the family donated the entire tract to the town.” From the book “A Place to Remember”, by Georgia Pinkston.
TOWN OF PROVIDENCE: “After selling the first 15 lots laid out on the river front, Martin & Keene later sold the remaining part of their plantation to Harbird Hood and his wife, Nancy Stanford, and to Hood’s son, Govy Hood and his daughter, Lucinda Hood Everett Chambliss. [This land once belonged to Prince brothers.]” From Georgia Pinkston’s Book “A Place to Remember”.
EXPANSION OF ORIGINAL TOWN: Methodist Episcopal Church was built on land donated by Harbird Hood and was accepted by John G. Jones, presiding elder. From Georgia Pinkston’s book “A Place to Remember
CHURCHES; METHODIST: A little mission at L. P. taking in various settlements above and below the lake. A number of families of Methodist proclivities including the Worthingtons, Shelbys, Princes and others. The Rev. Washington Ford of Pearl River was in charge and had the first camp meeting ever held on Lake Providence. [1977]. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston
PLANTATIONS: James E. Old tells of his arrival in 1824: “Dr. Maguire was the 1st physician who located in the country. He courted Miss Penina Galloway, sister of James Galloway, who married Frank Trimble‘s widow. Miss Galloway rejected the doctor, on account of which he took poison and killed himself; he died at Harbird Hood‘s.…. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston.
PLANTATIONS; TYRONE: Located 4 miles west of town. Willson bought an additional tract of 300 acres from Z. H. Dorsey and Thomas Jefferson Collins which fronted on River Bayou and adjoined the plantation of William L. Balfour on one side and Govy Hood on the other. “A Place to Remember”, by Georgia Pinkston.

Hood, John Alfred Moon (see Hood, Harbird)
PLANTATIONS: James E. Old tells of his arrival in 1824: “… the next man lived at Tensas and kept a ferry there, by the name of Hiram Bunch; next live Alfred Moon Hood, son of Harbird Hood, then came the Hood‘s homeplace (in 1977 was owned by George T. Hider)… “A Place to Remember”, Georgia Pinkston.
“John Alfred Moon, Govy, and Lucinda Hood. While driving a heard of cattle, the first son was killed when his horse threw him against a tree. His widow was the former Rachel Graham who later married Mr. Will Benjamin‘s father.” “A Place to Remember”, Georgia Pinkston [NOTE: Could this have happened twice in the same family? Abner Everett and John Alfred Hood were both said to have been killed by being thrown by their horse against a tree and killed? This needs to be checked into further…]

Hood Lucinda [see also Everett, Abner (Mrs.)]
PLANTATIONS: James E. Old tells of his arrival in 1824: “… Abner Everett married Harbird Hood’s only daughter, Lucinda S. Hood. While driving a heard of cattle, Abner was killed when his horse threw him against a tree. His widow later married Robert J. Chambliss. “A Place to Remember”, Georgia Pinkston.

Hood, William

Hook, George

Hooper, Bob
“RIFT AMONG NEIGHBORS: Bob Hooper said his father told him the Yankees came in from the North and burned 4 or 5 houses late one evening before they were driven off by citizens. His father lived just north of Floyd and his home was by-passed for better houses to burn.” From “Between the Rivers” by Florence Stewart McKoin
A NEW PARISH IS BORN:
At a tax sale on June 8, 1881 we find the sheriff selling 811 acres of land. In one section land was purchased from an immigrant, Joseph Nibblet, who came from Worcester, England, for the sum of $59 with fees as follows: Judgement $14, Sheriff's fees $22.25, and Magistrates' $4.80. The land had previously been owned by A. S. H. & John McIntyre. Later we find Joseph transferring one half of his holdings to a daughter, Mary Ann, a resident of Worcester, England, the papers being notarized. [This might be a relative to Bob Hooper, of Floyd. He knew his father came from England, he did not know what part, but knew it was near Worcester. Perhaps his letters home brought Tom Copes & Joseph Niblett to this area.)

Hooper, Joe & Anna (Grice)

Hope, W. C.
LAW; THREE COURTHOUSES: On July 1, 1901, the old courthouse was replaced by a new building which was dedicated by Pecan Grove Lodge. The cornerstone bore the names of the first Police Jury: Robert Nicholson, President; W. C. Hope, Phil McGuire, A. M. Nelson, T. W. Jay, Members; Yancy Bell, Jury Clerk; F. X. Ransdell, Judge; J. W. Dunn, Sheriff; George F. Blackburn, Town Clerk. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston.

Hopkins, George (Doctor)
PHYSICIANS; MENTIONED IN OLD NEWSPAPERS; RECENT [Info in book is from 1977]: A recent physician is Dr. George Hopkins. “A Place to Remember”, by Georgia Pinkston.

Hopkins, George S.
CLUBS; ROTARY CLUB INTERNATIONAL: Organized on October 29, 1935. One of the Charter Members was George S. Hopkins. From "A Place to Remember" , Georgia Pinkston

Hopp, William H. (Father)
CHURCHES; ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH: In March 1949 Monsignor F. J. Plutz returned. He was succeeded by the Father William H. Hopp in 1951. “A Place to Remember”, Georgia Pinkston

Ho-te-nah-che
LAND ‘SCRIP’ TO INDIANS:
On August 23, 1843, according to the records of the State of LA., supplied by Wade O. Martin, Secretary of State, at least thirteen patents, or land grants, called “Choctaw Scrip” were issued to Indians in Carroll Parish. One in particular, No. 854B, was issued in favor of Fel-e-to-nah for 160 acres. Other such claims in Carroll Parish : O. Mebbe, S17 T20, R12E, 80 acres: to Ho-te-nah-che, representative of Mo-min-tubbee, deceased, a scrip in his name for 320 acres. A Choctaw scrip is the same as a land patent, which is defined as “the instrument by which the U. S. conveys the legal *fee-simple title to public land”. [Fee-simple being ‘an estate of inheritance of land limited to a particular class of heirs‘.] A Place To Remember”, Pinkston

Hough, Wade H.
DISTRICT JUDGE: 1869; 13th District: Wade H. Hough. “A Place to Remember”, by Georgia Pinkston.
NEWSPAPERS; The Lake Republican: A 1873 issue: “Hon. Wade H. Hough, District Judge.“ “A Place to Remember”, Georgia Pinkston.

Houghton, N. (Doctor)
PHYSICIANS; FIRST MENTIONED IN OLD NEWSPAPERS: 1862: Dr. N. Houghton. “A Place to Remember”, by Georgia Pinkston.

House, Frank L.
EAST CARROLL CASUALTIES; WWII: House, Frank, S SG, KIA

House, Louise (Porter)
ORDER OF THE EASTERN STAR; CHAPTER #42: It was organized on Sept. 26, 1907. The first meeting was at the Pecan Grove Lodge Hall. In 1915 there were 54 members. Over the years one of the Worthy Matrons was Louise Porter House. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston.

House, Mildred (Allen)
ORDER OF THE EASTERN STAR; CHAPTER #42: It was organized on Sept. 26, 1907. The first meeting was at the Pecan Grove Lodge Hall. In 1915 there were 54 members. Over the years one of the Worthy Matrons was Mildred Allen House. “A Place to Remember”

House, Sam L.
SHERIFF’S 1832-1976; 1968: Sam L. House, Jr.. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston.

Howard, Clayton Mulheim
BIOS: Clayton M. is a daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Keener Howard. The 2 younger sisters are Clayton Mulheim, a teacher in Monroe. From Georgia Pinkston’s Book “A Place to Remember”.

Howard, Elizabeth
BIOS: Elizabeth is a daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Keener Howard. She and her sister, Eunyce, graduated from high school here and from La. Tech in the same class. Elizabeth received further training at Touro as a dietitian, and at the time of her early death in an auto accident in 1940, was dietitian at Southwestern University. From Georgia Pinkston’s Book “A Place to Remember”.

Howard, Elois (Aden) or (Mrs. Kenner Howard)
R. K. and Elois Aden were married in 1939, and their 6 children are: Linda Anne, a graduate of Baylor University and the wife of the Reverend William R. Senter, Jr.; Richard , married to Judith Ann Whitaker, of Eudora, AR., both are graduates of Baylor; John Robert, who attended Hinds Junior College and Northeast University and who is married to Diane Dalfiume; Penny Elizabeth, who also attended Baylor, is married to Arthur Dale Lasseter; Susan, a student at Baylor; and Brian Aden, a student at Briarfield. They also have 10 grandchildren.
CHURCHES; METHODIST CHURCH OF L. P.: The Women‘s Society of Christian Service, formed in 1940, of former Missionary Society and the Ladies Aid members Mrs. R. K. Howard was one of the Charter Members. “A Place to Remember”, Georgia Pinkston
Mrs. Kenner Howard has been a Sunday School teacher and department director at the 1st Baptist Church continuously since 1949. She has served as President of Baxter Bayou Home Demonstration Club and has been a member of the East Carroll Parish Library Board since the library opened in 1954. She is a member of the Trail Blazers Library Trustees; a 4-H Club leader; Rainbow Girl’s Leader; Cub Scout Den Mother; member of Eastern Star, and Chairman of Brairfield Academy library.” From Georgia Pinkston’s Book “A Place to Remember”.

Howard, Eunyce
BIOS: Eunyce is a daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Keener Howard. She and her sister, Elizabeth, graduated from high school here and from La. Tech in the same class. Eunyce became the parish‘s Home Demonstration Agent in 1933. She worked in that capacity for a total of 30 years, doing all of the Home Demonstration and 4-H work alone for 21 years until an assistant was hired. She retired in 1963 to care for her parents. In 1972, she began a 2nd career as Food Director at the East Carroll Parish Hospital.
FEDERAL-STATE PROGRAMS: One of the farm agencies established in the parish included the Agriculture Extension under several Home Agents. The Home Demonstration program was headed for 30 years by Miss Eunyce Howard. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston.

Howard, Gertrude Fields [see Banks, Leandrew]

Howard, Herbert K.
BIOS: “The 2nd son of Mr. & Mrs. R. H. Howard (Sr.). Herbert, attended Southwestern. He is a farmer in the parish, along with his other brothers, John Rolfe and Keener, Jr.. Herbert was chairman of the A. S. C. office for several years. He and his wife, Hilda, live on Lake Marie Plantation, and have 5 sons and 1 daughter.” From Georgia Pinkston’s Book “A Place to Remember”.

Howard, James L.
CLUBS; ROTARY CLUB INTERNATIONAL: Organized on October 29, 1935. One of the past presidents of the Rotary Club of L. P., Louisiana for the 1971-72 term was James L. Howard. From "A Place to Remember", Georgia Pinkston

Howard, John Robert
BIOS: John Robert, who attended Hinds Junior College and Northeast Universtiy married Diane Dalfiume. John Robert and Richard, two sons of Keener Howard, Jr. and Eloise Aden Howard, along with their dad, have co-ownership holdings in the Howard-Millikin Corporation. From Georgia Pinkston’s Book “A Place to Remember”.

Howard, John Rolfe
BIOS: John Rolfe Howard is a son of Rufus Keener Howard, Sr. He is married to the former Marilyn Jones of Arcadia, Louisiana. He got Carrollton Plantation from his father. John Rolfe., along with his other brothers, Herbert and Keener, are all farmers in the parish. For several years he represented his Ward as a Scholl Board member and served as President of the Board. They have 3 children. Marilyn is employed at the Family Services Center, and is a graduate of La. Tech. One of the Howard family members states: ‘Our parents taught us all to work and to work hard, and the best we could. They took us to Church and Sunday School. They gave us a good example in helping others.’ There are 8 children in all - one dying in infancy -- and 19 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren.” From Georgia Pinkston’s Book “A Place to Remember”.

Howard, Katie (Mrs.)
BLACK CHURCHES; INTERNATIONAL HOUSE OF PRAYER: Established in 1974 by Bishop George Lusk of Memphis. It is located o Foster Street. Mrs. Katie Howard‘s former day care center was remodeled for use as a meeting place. “A Place to Remember”, Georgia Pinkston

Howard, Keener (Jr.)
BIOGRAPHIES: Keener Howard is a son of Mr. & Mrs. Rufus Keener Howard. Keener along with his other brothers, Herbert, and John R. are all farmers in the parish. Keener received a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Southwestern in Louisiana. For a period he was farm manager for John Phillips at Engleside Plantation and for Thomas W. Vinton at Highland Plantation. He bought Highland Plantation in 1946 and built a gin there. The Howard-Millikin Corporation today involves co-ownership of the holdings with his sons, Richard and John Robert. In 1955, Keener’s family was selected Master Farm Family by the Progressive Farmer magazine. Keener Howard is Director of 1st National Bank, co-founder and President of the Board of Directors of the Briarfield Academy, and was still President in1977. He is a member of the Board of Stewards at the United Methodist Church. Keener and Eloise Aden Howards’ children are (1) Linda Anne Howard, (2) Richard Howard, (3) John Robert Howard, (4) Penny Elizabeth Howard, (5) Susan Howard, (6) Brian Aden Howard. From Georgia Pinkston’s Book “A Place to Remember”.

Howarember ", Georgia Payne Pinkston

Howard, Penny Elizabeth
BIOS: Penny Elizabeth is a daughter of Eloise and Keener Howard, Jr. Penny attended Baylor and is married to Arthur Dale Lasseter. From "A Place to Remember ", Georgia Payne Pinkston

Howard, Richard
BIOS: Two sons of Keener Howard, Jr. and Eloise Aden‘s sons, Richard and John Robert Howard, along with their dad, have co-ownership holdings in the Howard-Millikin Corporation. Richard is married to Judith Ann Whitaker, of Eudora, Arkansas, both are graduates of Baylor. From "A Place to Remember ", Georgia Payne Pinkston

Howard, Rufus Keener
BANKS; THE 1ST NATIONAL BANK: Opening it doors on July 14, 1902. One of the Board of Directors in 1975 included R. Keener Howard. [1977] “A Place to Remember”, Georgia Pinkston.

Howard, Rufus Keener (Sr.)
BIOGRAPHIES: “Mr. & Mrs. Rufus Keener Howard came to this parish from Mississippi in 1922. They were first in Transylvania and lived at Melbourne Plantation for 2 years. Mr. Howard then purchased Ingleside Plantation which he later sold to John Phillips. Howard next bought Carrollton place. Mr. & Mrs. Rufus Keener Howard‘s children are (1) John Rolfe Howard, (2) Eunyce Howard, (3) Elizabeth Howard, (4) Clayton Mulheim Howard, (5) Snowdie John Howard, (6) Keener Howard, and (7) Herbert Howard. All 3 sons, Keener, Herbert, and John R. are all farmers in the parish. He next bought Carrollton place. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston
HIS STORY - FLETCHER ALTON BABB:
Alton Babb had succeeded C. J. Wyly‘s position, as clerk of the Police Jury, upon his death in 1932. He said some of the prominent men in parish affairs was Mr. Tom Estes, parish Prison Farm Manager. Members of the Prison Farm Committee included R. K. Howard. “A Place To Remember”, Pinkston
BLACK CHURCHES; KING SOLOMON BAPTIST CHURCH: It was organized in 1911 near Shelburn, later moving to Carrollton Plantation on LA. Hwy 65 north of town belonging to Mr. Keener Howard. First pastor was Stephen Gray, succeeded by Archie Darden. Rev. G. C. Carr has served as pastor since 1938.[1977]. “A Place to Remember”, Georgia Pinkston

Howard, Snowdie
BIOS: Snowdie Howard is a daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Keener Howard. Snowdie and her husband, live in Sun City, Florida. From Georgia Pinkston’s Book “A Place to Remember”.

Howard, Susan
BIOS: Susan is a daughter of Eloise and Keener Howard, Jr. Susan is a student at Baylor University. From "A Place to Remember ", Georgia Payne Pinkston

Howe, Charles L.
PLANTATIONS; OAKLAND: Captain E. C. Manning leased Oakland and Bellaggio from Charles L. Howe in 1874.” “A Place to Remember”, Georgia Pinkston.

Howe, Mae [see Gittinger, Howard]

Howell, Fleeta
ORDER OF THE EASTERN STAR; CHAPTER #42: It was organized on Sept. 26, 1907. The first meeting was at the Pecan Grove Lodge Hall. In 1915 there were 54 members. Over the years one of the Worthy Matrons was Fleeta Howell. “A Place to Remember”

Howington, H. H., Jr.
MODERN BANKS; THE BANK OF DIXIE / THE LAKE PROVIDENCE BANK: The present Board of Directors of the Bank of Dixie consists of Dr. F. M. Terral, L. Wayne Baker, T. E. Hankins, Michael Lensing, H. H. Howington, Jr..“ [Info 1977] Georgia Pinkston’s book “A Place to Remember”

Howington, Harvey (Mrs.)
CLUBS; L. P. JUNIOR AUXILIARY: “The L. P. Junior Auxiliary was organized in Sept. 1962. Serving as a president was Mrs. Harvey Howington. From the book “A Place to Remember”, by Georgia Pinkston.

Hoyer, Ronnie (Rev.)
CHURCHES; FIRST CHRISTIAN OF L. P.: Twenty people met in the home of Mr. & Mrs. Leroy Kennedy on February 19, 1967 with Reverend Vernon Newland to organize a church. A church was dedicated on June 2, 1974 on Reginold Street. Reverend Ronnie Hoyer is now pastor. [1977] . “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston

Hubbard, Bill
BLACK CHURCHES; JERUSALEM MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH: Built in 1953 on land donated by Mr. George W. Cooper of Bunch’s Bend, purchased from Bill Hubbard for $400. It‘s cemetery is on the Wendell Downen‘s farm. 1st pastor is O. L. Virgil, resigning in 1958, succeeded by E. D. Handle, who remains as pastor in 1976. “A Place to Remember”, Georgia Pinkston

Hubbard, Daniel
PLANTATIONS; GAILLIARD: Galliard Plantation was sold at a sheriff‘s sale to Thomas B. Gailliard early in 1860. Gailliard owned the plantation for 8 years, and then again went under the sheriff’s hammer in 1868, when Mary Benton and Daniel Hubbard bought it. Hubbard latter sold his undivided one-half interest in the plantation to John and Charles Chaffe of New Orleans. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston. [Note various spellings: Gailliard, Gillard, Gilliard, Gillyard used in parish records]

Huber, S.
EARLIEST BUSINESSES: Back in 1879-1880 , one of the places of business in Lake Providence was a Shoemaker, A. Huber, which shows a refection of the times. From “A Place to Remember”, by Georgia Pinkston

Huff, George (Miss)
TEACHERS: Listed as one of the parish wide teachers in 1926 was Miss George Huff. “A Place to Remember” Georgia Pinkston.

Huffman, W. E.
(see Stories by the Local Folk: “Cole Younger’s Horse Race“)

Hughes, John
PLANTATIONS: James E. Old tells of his arrival in 1824: “… William Hinson, Joseph Fugua, William Fife, John Hughes and John W. Delanley lived at different places on the lake.” “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston.

Hughes, Mary [see Benton, Warren M.]

Hunt, Ann F. [see Delony, Ann F. [wife of Edward J. Delony]

Hunt, Lucy [see Benton, Warren M.].

Hunter, W. H.
BLACK CONTRIBUTORS TO EARLY HISTORY: “Other negroes of note were: Henry Hilliard, Tillman Banks, J. A. Gla, M. E. Massee, and Adolph Reese serving on the colored Levee Convention in Greenville, Mississippi; Rev. Smith, Elias Bunley and Amanda Brown who, in 1866 were licensed by the African Methodist Episcopal Church in Mississippi; and W. H. Hunter, a deputy sheriff and constable and collecting agent in 1883.” From “A Place to Remember”, by Georgia Pinkston.

Hyland, Hattie Ollie (see Nelson, John Julius)

Hyland, William Aloysius & Hattie Rozenna (Paine) (see Nelson, John & Ollie)
BIOS: In 1902, the Hyland family moved to L. P., but returned to Vicksburg in 1905. William Aloysius Hyland and the former Hattie Rozenna Paine had 13 children , Hattie Ollie Hyland was one of those children. Ollie’s father was born in Vicksburg on Sept. 17, 1886, and attended St. Francis Xavier Convent. The Hyland family returned to Vicksburg in 1905. In 1906, Hattie Ollie Hyland married John Julius Nelson, son of John Alfred and Christina Caroline (Hilding) Nelson. “A Place to Remember” Georgia Pinkston.

Igor, Alma (Mrs.)
WOMEN’S AUXILIARY: In Oct. 1966 the American Legion’s Unit #37 honored chartered members and past presidents. One of them honored was Mrs. Alma Igor. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston.

Ingram, Carl Don
MASONIC LODGES: Pecan Grove Lodge Number 222 was located at Goodrich Landing, established on May 5, 1875, next it was located upstairs at a meeting hall, and in 1957 in a new building located at Lake & Hood Streets. Carl Don Ingram was one of the Worshipful Masters of the Pecan Grove Lodge, and he was also a state officer, Grand Sentinel. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston.

Ingram, Emma Saint (Mrs.)
CHURCHES; METHODIST CHURCHES: On June 3, 1887 places the location on the church on Lake Street, purchased from the estate of M. S. Powell. The parsonage for the Methodist Church was begun through a bequest made by Mrs. Emma Saint Ingram in 1890. She willed the church a house and lot at the corner of Hood and 1st Streets. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston

Ingram, Juanita
ORDER OF THE EASTERN STAR; CHAPTER #42: It was organized on Sept. 26, 1907. The first meeting was at the Pecan Grove Lodge Hall. In 1915 there were 54 members. One of the officers was Juanita Ingram, she also was a Grand Esther, State Officer. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston

Ingram, Nicholas D.
STREETS AND ADDITIONS: “Ingram Street was named for Nicholas Ingram.” From the book “A Place to Remember”, by Georgia Pinkston.
FIRE DEPARTMENT: Fire Company No. 1 was legally incorporated on June 4, 1874. It was decided that was to relocate and in January 1881 Dr. James L. Davis and Nicholas D. Ingram donated a lot on Lake Street to the fire company.
CHURCHES; GRACE EPISCOPAL CHURCH: The Rev. Alexander McLeod came to the village of Providence in 1846 establishing the first services of the Episcopal Church. Because of the persistent encroachment of the river, they moved the church from just east of Arlington Plantation onto Lake Street, purchasing the lot from Nicholas D. Ingram in 1886 for $350. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston

Insley, L. Irving
CHURCHES; GRACE EPISCOPAL CHURCH: Established in village of Providence in 1846 the first services of the Episcopal Church was donated by and built just east of Minerva Sparrow’s Arlington Plantation. Because of the persistent flooding a new Grace Church was built on Lake Street in 1886. An even newer building built on Lake Street in 1926. During the span of fifty years (1926 to 1976) one of the clergymen was L. Irving Insley. The present rector is Charles M. Seymour, Jr. [1977]. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston

Irish, George
PLANTATIONS; ERIN: “Erwin Plantation was located in Bunch’s Bend. George Irish and his wife, Ann, purchased 1,158.80 acres in Bunch’s Bend in 1830. They had a daughter, Josephine. In his will, dated Sept. 1836, George left ½ of his property to Josephine and one-half to his wife Ann.” “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston.
PLANTATIONS; LEWISTON: Lewis Stowers purchased 978.4 acres in 1842 from George Irish, who had called it the Irish Place. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston.

Irish, Josephine [see also Stowers, Josephine (Irish)]
Daughter of Ann and George Irish. The charming well-educated Josephine married Gabriel Stowers.

Ives, C. E.
EDUCATION: In 1906 Thomas J. Powell was elected Superintendent of the School Board, but resigned, and was succeeded by C. E. Ives. This is the year that the Superintendent began serving as the principal of the high school. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston.“

Jackson, Amos
EAST CARROLL CASUALTIES; WWI: Amos Jackson, Pvt., died of Pneumonia, Oct. 12, 1918.

Jackson, Andrew
In 1870 across the road from the Oak Grove Cemetery, was a log building which was used as a school and a Methodist Church. Many of the children who attended school lived 9 or 10 miles away and had to leave home before daylight and did not return until after dark. Some of the pupils who attended this school were Charlie Herring, Wes Herring, John Settoon, Helen Settoon, Young Settoon, Minnie Johns, Tiny Johns, George H. Castleman, W. H. Castleman, Theresa Reneau, Andrew Jackson, Henry Lawton, Milties Robertson, and Bill Green. “Between the Rivers”, by McKoin

Jackson, Carrie & Mary [see also Morancy, Honore`]
“Later the two brothers migrated to Millikin’s Bend, where they became planters. This location is now in Madison Parish, but was first a part of Ouachita, and for a while a part of Carroll. Honore’ was elected to the State legislature, where he honored his benefactor by giving the parish his name.”
Granddaughters of Honore` Morancy are Mary and Carrie Jackson, late residents, whose home was at the corner of Brown and 1st Streets. From the book “A Place to Remember”, by Georgia Pinkston.
TEACHERS & SCHOOLS: 1897-1914: In 1898 Miss Edith Deval and Miss Carrie M. Jackson taught in the parish. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston.

Jackson, David
RECONSTRUCTION; POLITICS, 1868 - 1877: Some of the Black office holders included David Jackson, Clerk of Court; Charles Hicks, Sheriff; John Asberry, Coroner; Ed Jackson, Record; and J. Ed Burton, Registrar of Voters. David also served as secretary to the Police Jury. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston.
NEWSPAPERS; The Lake Republican: A 1873 issue: “David Jackson and W. M. Abbot, Clerks of District Court.“ “A Place to Remember”, Georgia Pinkston.
CLERK OF COURT; 1873: David Jackson, 13th Dist. “A Place to Remember”, by Georgia Pinkston.
“BLACK CONTRIBUTORS TO EARLY HISTORY: Henry Jones remembered favorably by many was a merchant. In 1896 he erected a nice residence south of the courthouse. Today the house is occupied by his son-in-law and daughter, the Henry Simmonses, Charles Hicks, another sheriff and member of the School Board, is mentioned in records for 1875. David Jackson was Clerk of Court and Marion Sweet was recorder.” From “A Place to Remember”, by Georgia Pinkston.

Jackson, Edward
RECONSTRUCTION; POLITICS, 1868 - 1877: Some of the Black office holders included David Jackson, Clerk of Court; Charles Hicks, Sheriff; John Asberry, Coroner; Ed Jackson, Record; and J. Ed Burton, Registrar of Voters. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston.
LAW; THE THREE COURTHOUSES; The 1st meeting of the Police Jury of the newly formed East Carroll Parish was held on Wednesday, May 30, 1877, at the Courthouse. Appointed to the Jury by Governor Francis T. Nichols was Edward Jackson. He was duly elected and qualified for the parish of Carroll, and held over by virtue of the law dividing the parish. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston.

Jackson, Hugh
Date: Tue, 26 Sep 2000 11:08:20 EDT
“I have an ancestor Hugh Jackson who died of cholera aboard a steamboat on the
Mississippi River in 1833 on his way from Ireland to Florence, AL and the
home of his first cousin. He is buried in Lake Providence. There are references to his grave in family papers ..."we visited Uncle Hugh's grave in Lake Providence," but no notation of location of the grave/cemetery. I would appreciate any information possible in finding a record of his death and/or the location of his grave. Your web site
is very well done. Thank you in advance. Morgan V. Merrill 4413 Charleston Place Circle, Nashville, TN 37215 615-665-2915 Morganvmer@aol.com
EMAIL: Jackson, Thomas Andrew From: Kay McMahan Noska on May 6, 1998
kayn@webtv.net Kay Noska 1407 Alvin Ave. El Campo, TX. 77437
FATHER: Thomas Andrew Jackson,
Born in 1831 in South Carolina and died 1890's in West Carroll Parish, La.
Marriage Date/Place: 16 Feb. 1860-West Carroll Par. LA. Other Marriages: none
Mother’s name is Hannah.
MOTHER:
Perry, Mary Virginia, born 1840-Holmes Co. MS., died 1890's-West Carroll Par. La.
Mother's Father was William Perry-1812 Virginia
CHILDREN:
Charles A. Jackson, born 1861-West Carroll Par. La.
Eddie Jackson, born 1864-West Carroll Par. La.
Henry George Jackson, born 1866-West Carroll Par. La, married Mary Ellen Simms
in Epps, La. W. Carroll, La. He died 1948-W. Carroll Par. La.
Robert Lee Jackson, born 9 Oct. 1868-Epps, La. W. Carroll, La., died 1 Dec. 1955-Epps, La. W. Carroll, La. Wife: Sarah "Sallie" Calvit on 10 Jan. 1889-Epps,La.W. Carroll, La.
James Richard Jackson, born 1873-Epps,La. W. Carroll, La., died on 15 Sept. 1962-Olney,Texas. Married Mary Ewing on 18 Jan. 1889
Joe William Jackson, born on 10 Aug. 1875-Epps,La.W. Carroll, La., died 4 Nov. 1964-Epps, La.W. Carroll Parish, La.. Married Mattie Brock on 9 Apr.1896-Epps, W. Carroll Parish, La.
Thomas Jefferson Jackson, birth: 12 Dec. 1879-Epps, La. W. Carroll, died on 28 Oct.1958-Epps, La. W. Carroll Parish. Married Julia Grayson in 1896-Epps,La.W.Carroll Parish.
Notes: I am in search of Thomas Andrew Jackson's fathers first name as he died right before the 1850 Carroll Parish Louisiana census was taken. If anyone is working on this Jackson family please let me know. Thomas & Mary Perry Jackson both died in the 1890's and are buried in the Miday Cemetery. In Richland Parish, La. just outside of the town of Epps, La. this was told to me by their Granddaughter, Hattie Beatrice Jackson Lusk {daughter. of Joe William Jackson & Mattie Brock and wife of he late Tommy Lusk of Epps, La.} Information Sources: 1850-1860-1870 West Carroll Louisiana Census.
Relatives Jackson-Calvit Bible Midway Cemetery. Headstones West Carroll Marriages,
Newspaper Obituaries KAY.

Jackson, Taylor
The post office that was first located in the S. C. Floyd home in 1852, was moved in 1890 to the home of the new postmaster, Taylor Jackson, whose plantation was known as "Forest Home". Post offce name changed from Vista Ridge to Forest. From "Between the Rivers", McKoin

Jackson, M. M.,
wd. at Shiloh, died at Lake Providence, La., July 11, 1863. (?)

Jackson, Mary
CHURCHES; PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF L. P.: On Sept. 1, 1855, on land donated by Govy Hood in ’52, Rev. D. L. O’Neal held an organizational meeting with 15 Presbyterians attending. The group purchased the former home of Miss Mary Jackson on the corner of 1st and Brown Streets and used this as a meeting place from 1956 to 1963. “A Place to Remember”, Georgia Pinkston

Jackson, Mayor
“In 1974 Mayor Jackson earned $12,000 a year. ” A Place to Remember”, Pinkston

Jacob, Lillie B. [see Kennedy, Hugh L.]

James Brothers
They had become fugitives from the law at an early age just before the Civil War. They mother's farm had been mortgaged, and the bank foreclosed, but not before the brothers tried to defend their property with Frank being shot in the leg. Infuriated the boys swore revenge on everyone involed, and the oath carried out in one way or another. From "Between the Rivers", McKoin
Most people appreciated their help in keeping the Yankee raiders out of the area. All able-bodied men left at home rode with the Home Guard and the guerillas for the duration of the Civil War. From "Between the Rivers", McKoin
Probably the James Brothers met the Younger Brothers when they met up with Quantrill. The Youngers were part of this raider's gang. From "Between the Rivers", McKoin.
Leon LeFevre said that the James Brothers were also known as the Miller Missionaries becase of their help to the families. From "Between the Rivers", McKoin
[see also Witkowski, Simon]
Jesse James was a good dancer and very popular among the ladies. He was courteous and good mannered at all times around the ladies; but, always danced with his pistols on his person. He was one of the guerillas and the leader of the Home Guards during the Civil War. He owned a home in Floyd. He was considered a Robin Hood type bandit. From "Between the Rivers", McKoin
Jesse was killed in his home by a member of their gang, Robert Ford.
Frank James was a shy man but very talented in telling children stories about bank and train robbers. There were those who believed he was telling of his own experiences in disguise. From "Between the Rivers", McKoin. Frank James bought his mother the first cook stove they had ever seen. The stove was purchased in Delhi. He wanted to present it to the best cook that ever set a table. From "Between the Rivers", McKoin
Frank James died in 1916 in Texas or Oklahoma. He was never brought before the bar of justice to answer for the many episodes of flaunting the law.

James, Lanny
THE GARY BURBANK STORY; Voices in my Heart, by Hoard: “The disc jockey on the air was Lanny James, who Mr. Gene (Underwood) explained, was a pillar of the community with kids, born and raised in Lake Providence, and decided to stay, unlike most, Lanny, he added, pretty much kept things together at KLPL. You can learn a lot from him.”
COMMUNICATION; RADIO: The local station, call letters KLPL, was established in 1957. The first owner was Emmett McMurray, and the 1st manager was Gene Underwood, now with a Vicksburg station, Lanny James, now Sports Director with the Monroe TV Station KNOE, was an announcer here. From “A Place to Remember”, by Georgia Pinkston

Jamison, J.
A CONFEDERATE CARROLL; THE VOLUNTEERS: In 1861 the Lake Providence Cadets military company was formed, the largest in the state with 120 members. Among those serving in the ranks were Matt Kingsley, James Bass, and J. Jamison. Elected officers in the company were Franc V. Whicher, Captain; W. F. Pennington, 1st Lieut; and D. C. Jenkins, Jr and C. R. Purdy, 2nd Lieuts. “A Place to Remember” Pinkston.

Janus, Doctor
PHYSICIANS; FIRST MENTIONED IN OLD NEWSPAPERS: 1849: Dr. S. P. Roberts, Dr. Ralph, Dr. C. R. Nutt, Milliken Bend. 1850: Dr. Philip M. Ryan, Dr. Hedrick, Drs. Graves and Bowman, Dr. Francis Janus, Dr. Samuel Gustine, Dr. R. L. Graves. 1852: Dr. Dunn, Dr. J. Lyons, Dr. R. S. Key, Dr. J. E. Davis. “A Place to Remember”, by Georgia Pinkston.

Jaret, Captain
RIFT AMONG NEIGHBORS: “The Ouantrill/Quantrell Gang, as the guerrillas were known, came into the area between the rivers for two reasons. First, the isolation and vast swamps, which made pursuit dangerous; the second , the Younger and James Brothers, who were members of the gang, had relatives in this region. Cole Younger’s daughter married Captain Jaret, and they lived on the Eddins place south of the Bayou Macon Church and a sister of the James Brothers lived near Delhi. They were welcome in this area for their help, especially in organizing and drilling the Home Guard. “ From “Between the Rivers” by Florence Stewart McKoin

Jay, T. W.
LAW; THREE COURTHOUSES: On July 1, 1901, the old courthouse was replaced by a new building which was dedicated by Pecan Grove Lodge. The cornerstone bore the names of the first Police Jury: Robert Nicholson, President; W. C. Hope, Phil McGuire, A. M. Nelson, T. W. Jay, Members; Yancy Bell, Jury Clerk; F. X. Ransdell, Judge; J. W. Dunn, Sheriff; George F. Blackburn, Town Clerk. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston.

Jayne, R. K.
EDUCATION; NEWSPAPER; April 15, 1875: “Mr. R. K. Jayne conducted a public school in Fireman’s Hall, tuition free to all of the proper ages.”
NEWSPAPER; On July 22, 1875 stated: “Mr. R. K. Jayne, our accomplished, late teacher, has taken a place as precepter of Mr. Van Fossen’s children in Bunch’s Bend, and has gone there to live. He will have a pleasant home, and have time to devote to the study of law.”

Jefferson, Alice
BIOS: Alice is the daughter of Mose and Angeline Jefferson. Alice Jefferson is a Grambling graduate. She is also a teacher and realtor; in a small business with sister Betty. From Georgia Pinkston’s Book “A Place to Remember”.

Jefferson, Angeline
BIOS: Angeline is married to Mose Jefferson, and the mother of 10 children. Angeline was born in East Carroll Parish. She has served as a president of the P. T. A. member of the Bi-Racial Committee, Assistant Director of the Emergency Food and Medical Program, and Director of the Program for the Aging in East Carroll. She is a deaconess and a choir member of the Sweet Caanan Missionary Baptist Church. She was the 1st Negro employed by the local Welfare office. Her strong belief in education is not only reflected in the lives of her children, but also in the fact that she received her high school diploma in 1968 after attending adult education classes.” From Georgia Pinkston’s Book “A Place to Remember”.

Jefferson, Archie
BIOS: Archie Jefferson is the son of Mose and Angeline Jefferson. Archie is a pre-veterinary student at Southern. From Georgia Pinkston’s Book “A Place to Remember”.

Jefferson, Barbara Jean
BIOS: Mose and Angeline Jefferson is the parents of Barbara Jean Jefferson. Barbara Jean, a college graduate, with 2 masters degrees of Baton Rouge, LA. From Georgia Pinkston’s Book “A Place to Remember”.

Jefferson, Bennie Lee
BIOS: Angeline and Mose Jefferson is the parents of Bennie Lee Jefferson. He is a student at Southern University. From Georgia Pinkston’s Book “A Place to Remember”.

Jefferson, Betty
BIOS: Angeline and Mose Jefferson are the parents of Betty Jefferson. Betty, Southern graduate, social worker, teacher, and a businesswoman in Chicago, Illinois. From Georgia Pinkston’s Book “A Place to Remember”.

Jefferson, Brenda
BIOS: Brenda, the youngest daughter of Mose and Angeline Jefferson, attends business school. From Georgia Pinkston’s Book “A Place to Remember”.

Jefferson, Delores
BIOS: Mose Jefferson, and his wife, Angeline Jefferson are the parents of Delores Jefferson. Delores is a graduate of Southern and a teacher in Chicago, Illinois. From Georgia Pinkston’s Book “A Place to Remember”.

Jefferson, Mose
BIOS: Mose came to East Carroll Parish, as a child, from White Castle, La. Angeline and Mose Jefferson were parents of 10 children. Mose worked with the U. S. Corps of Engineers, operating and maintaining equipment. He was cited in 1974 by the Corps for his outstanding work in flood-prevention programs. He owns a small farm which he now rents out. In the Sweet Caanan Missionary Baptist Church. Mose is deacon and a choir member of the church. The 6 daughters names are: (1) Barbara Jean Jefferson, (2) Betty Jefferson, (3) Alice Jefferson, (4) Delores Jefferson, (5) Brenda Jefferson (6) another daughter Jefferson. Their sons are (7) Mose Oliver Jefferson, (8) William Jenning Jefferson, (9) Bennie, and (10) Archie Jefferson. From Georgia Pinkston’s Book “A Place to Remember”.

Jefferson, Mose Oliver
BIOS: Mose and Angeline Jefferson is the parents of Mose Oliver Jefferson. He served in the Air Force and later located in Chicago as area manager for “Kentucky Fried Chicken“ in 4 states. Mose now owns a real estate firm and several day-care centers in Chicago. From Georgia Pinkston’s Book “A Place to Remember”.

Jefferson, William Jennings
BIOS: Mose and Angeline Jefferson is the parents of William Jennings Jefferson. William is a practicing attorney in New Orleans, graduating from Harvard University School of Law. He was the 1st black lawyer to be a clerk for a federal judge. He next served as a judicial clerk, and became legislative assistant to U. S. Senator J. Bennett Johnston. From Georgia Pinkston’s Book “A Place to Remember”.

Jenkins, Donalson C.
CHURCHES; GRACE EPISCOPAL CHURCH: The Rev. Alexander McLeod came to the village of Providence in 1846 establishing the first services of the Episcopal Church. Elected as vestry on July 27, 1873 was David L. Morgan and John Seay, Wardens. One of the first Vestry was Donalson C. Jenkins. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston
A CONFEDERATE CARROLL; THE VOLUNTEERS: In 1861 the Lake Providence Cadets military company was formed, the largest in the state with 120 members. Among those serving in the ranks were Matt Kingsley, James Bass, and J. Jamison. Elected officers in the company were Franc V. Whicher, Captain; W. F. Pennington, 1st Lieut; and D. C. Jenkins, Jr and C. R. Purdy, 2nd Lieuts. “A Place to Remember” Pinkston.
PARISH ATTORNEY: 1862: D. C. Jenkins. “A Place to Remember”, by Georgia Pinkston.

Jenkins, Wilson W.
CHURCHES; METHODIST CHURCH OF LAKE PROVIDENCE: The La. Conference of the Methodist Episcopal Church, South sent Wilson W. Jenkins as a minister in 1849. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston.

Jennifer, W. M.“BLACK CONTRIBUTORS TO EARLY HISTORY: In 1895 on the Republican Executive Committee were M. E. Massee from Ward 3 and John Asberry from Ward 4, a brother of Isham Asberry. W. M. Jennifer, Principal, published The Carroll Banner in 1890 with Reverend S. Martin as associated editor in 1892.” From “A Place to Remember”, by Georgia Pinkston.

Jennings, ‘A man named’
“A unique accident occurred at the Keller and Pulley Tavern in 1844. A Disorderly man calling himself Jennings, came into the tavern and conducted himselip team in 1922 included “Bull“ Johnson. “A Place to Remember”, Georgia Pinkston.

Johnson, Colonel
BLACK CHURCHES; CENTRAL BAPTIST NO. 2: Organized in 1935 and located at the corner of Artaud and First Streets, under the leadership of L. L. Virgil. One of the trustees at the time of organization was Colonel Johnson. The 1st pastor was Alex Strong, a Civil War veteran. “A Place to Remember”, Georgia Pinkston

Johnson, Curtis [see Warren, Madge]

Johnson, Emanuel
EAST CARROLL CASUALTIES; WWI: Emanuel Jackson, Pvt., died of Pneumonia, Oct. 9, 1918.

Johnson, Gardenia
BLACK CHURCHES; PROGRESSIVE CHAPEL MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH is situated on the corner of Gould and First Streets. Organized in 1921, it met in the E. C. Baptist Normal building until a building was erected. Home missions were organized by Gardenia Johnson and Mary Lou Nichols.
“A Place to Remember”, Pinkston

Johnson, Ira
CHURCHES; 1st BAPTIST: “The church is located on Davis Streets. In 1918 the pastors listed was Reverend Ira Johnson, Gilmore, Kimberline, Materne, and C. A. Almond.” “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston.

Johnson, J. L.
“In 1950 Mayor J. L. Johnson earned $1200 annually. ” A Place to Remember”, Pinkston
MAYORS SINCE 1875 TO 1976: J. L. Johnson served as Mayor from 1946 - 1953 and also from 1963 to 1965. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston.

Johnson, J. W.
CHURCHES; METHODIST CHURCH OF LAKE PROVIDENCE: The La. Conference of the Methodist Episcopal Church sent a minister named J. W. Johnson in 1859. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston.

Johnson, James L.
EAST CARROLL CASUALTIES; WWII: Johnson, James L., Jr., SGT., Died (Non-Battle)

Johnson, Janice (Miss)
The Rainbow Girls Assembly, organized by the Order of Eastern Star in 1952 with 45 members. One of the young ladies that was a Worthy Advisor was Miss Janice Johnson. From "A Place to Remember ", Georgia Payne Pinkston

Johnson, Jimmy L. (Mrs.)
WOMEN’S AUXILIARY: One of the Gold Star Mothers honored in 1952 was Mrs. Jimmy L. Johnson. . “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston.

Johnson, Lee
FORMATION OF THE COMMUNITIES, TRANSYLVANIA:
The Federal Housing Administration built homes, the units consisted of 40 to 150 acres. 99 year leases were set up between the Federal government and the Transylvania Association. Most project members were successful and added to their holdings. These families included the Lee John families, the Fortenberrys, Thorntons, Harpers, Harveys, Outz, Fletchers, and others. “A Place To Remember”, Pinkston
FORMATION OF THE COMMUNITIES, HENDERSON PROJECT:
One of the Federal Farm Security projects was established for black farmers. It was originally a part of the Henderson and Carondelet plantations. The Henderson project was established when aroused citizens resented the displacement of long-time resident Negroes when the Transylvania project formed for the whites. Most of these blacks had lived in the Transylvania area prior to the Civil War. The displaced was given first choice of the 78 units . About ½ of them have remained since 1940-41 when it began. Much of this land has been bought by Harry Barrett, C. L. Vining, Lee Johnson, Howard Wise and others. “A Place To Remember”, Pinkston

Johnson, Mary Ellen (see Schneider, Harry Graham, Sr.)

Johnson, Matt
A CONFEDERATE CARROLL PARISH: On Sat, May 2, 1863, Capt. Matt Johnson, with a small force, crossed the Macon near Caledonia and raided a Federal leased plantation near Ashton, burning the cotton gin and making off with about twenty Negroes.” “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston.
“In another section Miss Stone says, ‘A letter today from Mrs. Hardison. They and the Currys expect to move into the neighborhood in a few days. She writes gloomily of affairs on the river. The Newmans and the Grays are the only families left out there. Matt Johnson, after being beaten by his negroes, has come out to Floyd with fifteen other men and trying to raise a company to drive out the marauding Yankees. If only those backwoodsmen from across the Macon River would come over and help us.” “Between the Rivers” Florence McKoin. *NOTE: Daughter of Alexander C. and Julia Morgan Keene. Narcissa Keene married Matt F. Johnson. Is this the same Matt Johnston? “A Place to Remember”, by Georgia Pinkston.

Johnson, Myatt
HYCALOADER COMPANY, INC.: It was established in 1970, 5 miles north of town on Hwy 65. The manager-owner is Myatt Johnson. “A Place to Remember”, Georgia Pinkston.

Johnson, Ola (Miss) [some spelled it Johnston, Ola (Miss)]
TEACHERS & SCHOOLS: 1897-1914: Some of the well-remembered teachers in 1914 were Miss Margaret Murphy at Waddell, Miss Ola Johnson teaching Domestic Science at L.P., Miss Mary Hall, J. D. Stephenson and Miss Robie Williams. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston.

Johnson, Roberts P.
CHURCHES; GRACE EPISCOPAL CHURCH: Established in village of Providence in 1846 the first servicain through several generations. “A Place To Remember”, Pinkston

Jones, Fred
BLACK CHURCHES; CAIN RIDGE NO. 2: Located on Holland Delta Road and established in 1911, land purchased from Mrs. A. J. Wyly. Andrew Williams is a surviving deacon [1977]. Other ministers have been D. C. Davis, Henry Smith, J. H. Henderson, J. H. Moore, and O. L. Virgil. Fred Jones is pastor today [1977].“A Place to Remember”, Georgia Pinkston
BLACK CHURCHES; JERUSALEM MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH: Located on Mr. Amacker’s land near Hollybrook, on Bear Wallow Road, where it has been since about 1943. Original building was destroyed by a storm and rebuilt. Fred Jones is the pastor [1977] “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston
BLACK CHURCHES; ROSE HILL MISSIONARY BAPTIST was first on LA. Hwy 65, afterwards building & relocating when it was destroyed by a storm onto the Panola Plantation - land donated by the Brown family. Two pastors that have served the church are T. H. Turner and Fred Jones. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston

Jones, Hazel (Razor)
TELEPHONE COMPANY: The second location for the Telephone Company was upstairs over the then Guenard Drug Store on Lake Street, Mrs. Hazel Razer Jones was one of the employees and Miss Melinda Turnipseed was the chief operator. “A Place to Remember”, Georgia Pinkston.

Jones, Henry
“BLACK CONTRIBUTORS TO EARLY HISTORY: Henry Jones remembered favorably by many was a merchant. In 1896 he erected a nice residence south of the courthouse. Today the house is occupied by his son-in-law and daughter, the Henry Simmonses.” From “A Place to Remember”, by Georgia Pinkston.

Jones, James Harvey
CASUALTIES: Jones, James Harvey, SP4, Army, Lake Providence, Nov. 22, 1956 - Jan 26, 1967 - Hostile, Killed. INTERNET’S LIST OF CASUALTIES.

Jones, John G.
EXPANSION OF ORIGINAL TOWN: Methodist Episcopal Church was built on 3 acres of land donated by Harbird Hood and was accepted by John G. Jones, presiding elder of the L. P. District. From Georgia Pinkston’s book “A Place to Remember

Jones, Louise ( see Fortenberry, Ray & Louise)

Jones, Major (see Griffin, Hylda Parks)

Jones, Marilyn (see Howard, John Rolfe)

Jones, Norwood
1929 ECHO: --A. W. Warlick had a write-up in the Echo about Norwood Jones: "East Carroll High School trained for the varsity football team of the Louisiana State University Norwood Jones. At. L. S. U. this plucky little player is known as "Chubby". The name was suggested by the size and shape of Norwood's form. He is of low stature, and his weight is 160 pounds, more or less. "Chubby" plays center at L. S. U. the same position he played at E. C. H. S. The newspapers during the past two years have told of his hard tackling and of his steady work while on the offensive. E. C. H. S. believes that Norwood will be All-Southern center next year and that he will play a good game in the Rose Bowl at Pasadena."
L.P.H.S. FOOTBALL: Frank Byerley returned to L. P. around 1920. He became head football coach at L.P.H.S. His championship team in 1922 included Norwood Jones. “A Place to Remember”, Georgia Pinkston.

Jones, Paul
RECREATION AND SPORTS: The True Louisianians, organized in 1873, included W. G. McRae, James Lyons, J. F. Cannon, W. T. Smith, J. W. Dunn, James Turner, George Powell, Paul Jones, and W. K. Spurlock. Georgia Pinkston’s book “A Place to Remember”

Jones, Reginald
L.P.H.S. FOOTBALL: Frank Byerley’s L.P.H.S Panthers championship team in 1922 included Reginald Jones. “A Place to Remember”, Georgia Pinkston.

Jones, Robert L.
COMMUNICATIONS; POST MASTERS: The Post office at L. P. was established on Dec. 26, 1835. One of the Postmasters of Lake Providence, La. from 1835 to 1976 was Robert L. Jones in 1879 and 1882. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston.

Jones, Robert P.
LAKE PROVIDENCE CEMETERY: In 1876, the town fathers created a commission to take ‘charge and control‘ of the cemetery. These commissioners were Father J. Quiliard, Chairman; D. L. Morgan, Secretary and Treasurer; and Robert P. Jones. A later cemetery commission included: John Williams, J. S. Guenard, and Reverend C. Mahe. “A Place to Remember”, by Georgia Pinkston.
EARLIEST BUSINESSES: Back in 1879-1880 , some of the business in the town of Lake Providence were the Undertaker, R. P. Jones, a Butcher, A. Durrell, a Druggist, Dr. J. L. Davis, and a Dentist, Dr. W. K. Baker. From “A Place to Remember”, by Georgia Pinkston
PHYSICIANS; FIRST MENTIONED IN OLD NEWSPAPERS: 1868: Dr. Robert P. Jones (a son Alfred W. Jones resided on the Monticello-Goodrich Road). “A Place to Remember”, by Georgia Pinkston.

Jones, Roy (Mrs.)
WOMEN’S AUXILIARY: One of the Gold Star Mothers honored in 1952 by the Women’s Auxiliary, Unit #37, was Mrs. Roy Jones. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston.

Jones, Sam
BIOS: “Long-time residents, and a large family, are the children and grandchildren of the Sam Joneses of Blount Street. The mother traces her ancestry back to the Blockwoods, who were slaves. The family first sharecropped on Mr. W. K. Brown’s plantation and on Buckmeadow Plantation. They took advantage of a federal program to buy a small farm in 1941. Their 14 children helped with farm work, as well as earning money with outside jobs. The work ethic paid off; 5 of the children went to college; 1 is a lieutenant colonel in the army; 1 is an attorney and assistant legal advisor to Governor Michael Dukakis of Massachusetts; another is an assistant District Attorney; some are teachers and in business for themselves. All of the sons except one who is in the Reserves, have served in the Army. 2 were in Vietnam, and one, James was killed in action there in January, 1967. [see Jones, James Harvey] There are 56 grandchildren and 36 great-grandchildren. The family has ‘a strong sense of honor and duty. “ From “A Place to Remember”, by Georgia Pinkston

Jones, W. S.
BANKS; THE 1ST NATIONAL BANK: Opening it doors on July 14, 1902 with F. X. Ransdell as one of the Directors. One of the Directors was W. S. Jones [1977] “A Place to Remember”, Georgia Pinkston.

Jones, William B. (Doctor)
PHYSICIANS; MENTIONED IN OLD NEWSPAPERS: 1877: Dr. William B. Jones, living on Hope Plantation, Bunch’s Bend. “A Place to Remember”, by Georgia Pinkston.

Jones, William R.
COMMUNICATIONS; POST MASTERS: The Post office at L. P. was established on Dec. 26, 1835. One of the Postmasters of L. P. from 1835 to 1976 was William R. Jones in 1837. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston.

Jordon, Mary [see Trass, Mary]

Joyner, L. R.
CHURCHES; HERRINGVILLE BAPTIST: Organized in 1923 on land donated by James D. Herring, and located in the Monticello community, one of the pastors that served this church was L. R. Joyner. “A Place to Remember”, Pinkston.