Pages 11–20 of the Guion Miller miscellaneous testimony record sworn statements from Eastern Cherokee applicants and relatives in North Carolina and South Carolina. The pages document claimed Cherokee ancestry, family connections, slavery, residences, and prior enrollment history for applicants including the Scales, Garrett, Jennings, Stafford, Hastings, Sawyer, Lash, Hauser, and Bitting families.
Henry Curtis Rogers (1825-1896) and Louisa Jane Thompson (1823-1883) had a family that included notable figures such as Mary Kinney, who graduated from the Moravian School of Salem, N.C., and Catherine, who married Isaac Newton Strickland. Their son William Henry served as Treasurer and County Commissioner of Rogers County. Mrs. Eugenic Oglesby Greer, another daughter, led the East Oklahoma Women’s Missionary Society for three years and remains active in missionary endeavors.
Wade Glenn, born into slavery in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, has little memory of that time, recalling only family stories. His parents, Lydia and Caesar Glenn, worked on a large farm owned by a man he describes as mean. Although he didn’t have many responsibilities early on, he enjoyed participating in church and local dances. After his father’s early death, Wade moved to Ohio in 1892. Now elderly, he is cared for by his adopted daughter, known for her cooking skills.
Aunt Betty Cofer, born in 1856, shares her memories of life as a slave on the Jones plantation in North Carolina. Despite the hardships of slavery, she recounts her experiences with fondness for Miss Ella, the daughter of the plantation owners, who treated her kindly. Aunt Betty describes the daily life of enslaved people, including their work, education, and the importance of community. She also reflects on freedom and the lasting bonds with the Jones family, remaining a cherished figure in their legacy.
Mrs. Bertha Pearl Lee, aged 58, passed away on October 26, 1939, at her home after a prolonged illness. A resident of the Diamond and Colfax communities for over 50 years, she was married to Harvey Lee for nearly 39 years. Funeral services will be held on Sunday at the Baptist Church, with burial in Colfax Cemetery. Born in Winston, N.C., she moved to Diamond at age 6 and was active in both the Methodist and Baptist churches. She is survived by her husband, children, and siblings.
Private 1st Class D. George Seampulos, from Forsyth County and son of David and Mattie Seampulos, served in the 25th Company of Infantry. He enlisted on August 24, 1918, in Hampton, Virginia, and underwent training at Camp Lee, Virginia, before being transferred to Camp Dix, New Jersey. He completed his service and was mustered out at Camp Greene, North Carolina, on January 7, 1919. He was married to Ruth McClendon Seampulos.
Sergt. Marshall E. Woollen served in Company F of the 105th Engineers, part of the 30th Division during World War I. Born to J. W. and Emma Woollen in Forsyth County, he was married to Grace Woollen. He enlisted on June 24, 1916, trained at various camps, and was deployed to France in April 1918, where he engaged in combat in Belgium and France. Woollen returned to the U.S. in April 1919 and was discharged at Camp Jackson.
Sergt. Bryan W. Woollen served with Company F of the 105th Engineers, 30th Division. Born to J.W. and Mrs. Emma Woollen in Forsyth County, he entered military service on June 4, 1916. After training at several camps, he deployed to France in April 1918. He participated in battles in Belgium and France, sustaining a leg wound during the offensive on the Somme Front on October 8, 1918. Woollen returned to the U.S. on December 22, 1918, and was discharged in August 1919.
Clarence V. Wood served as a 1st Class Private in Company H, 81st Division, 321st Infantry, during World War I. Born to L. D. and Sarah Wood in Forsyth County, he entered military service on May 25, 1918, at Winston-Salem, North Carolina. After training at multiple camps, he was deployed to France on August 11, 1918, participating in significant battles, including the Meuse-Argonne offensive. He returned to the U.S. on June 20, 1919, and was discharged at Camp Lee, Virginia, on June 29, 1919.
Private F. A. Orrell served in the 22nd Battalion of the 8th Regiment. He was born in Forsyth County to G. W. and Alice Orrell and was married to Elizabeth Rich Orrell. Orrell entered military service on August 28, 1918, in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, and underwent training at Camp Jackson before being transferred to Camp Hill, Virginia. He was mustered out at Camp Jackson, South Carolina, on December 9, 1918.
A.G. Cook, son of Jeremiah and Alony Pappas, resided in Forsyth County. He enlisted in the military on August 21, 1918, at Winston-Salem, North Carolina. After initial training at Camp Jackson, South Carolina, he was transferred to Camp Mills and then to Camp Merritt. Cook was promoted to the rank of cook in January 1919 and was mustered out of service at Camp Lee, Virginia, on August 28, 1919.
Sergt. G. P. Meadows served in the Medical Corps at Base Hospital No. 65. Hailing from Forsyth County, he was the son of C. H. and Mrs. Hessie Meadows. He entered military service on April 1, 1918, in Winston-Salem, N.C., and was initially stationed at Ft. McPherson, Ga. He was later transferred to Camp Upton, N.Y., before shipping to France. Meadows returned to the United States on July 11, 1919, and was mustered out at Camp Mills, N.Y., a week later.
Corporal M. P. Co. of the 11th Division, born in Forsyth County to John and Mrs. Konatsotis, entered military service on July 22, 1918, in Albany, N.Y. He served in the Greek Army, attaining the rank of 2nd Lieutenant, and participated in battles at Pestor, Lahana, and Cikis Pegana. Wounded in the left arm and right shoulder, he received the liberty medal and three others. He also served in the French Army and was discharged honorably before re-enlisting in the U.S., mustering out at Camp Meade on February 1, 1919.
Luster J. Knight served as a 1st Class Private in the Marine Corps, 67th Company, 2nd Regiment, from Forsyth County. He enlisted on March 3, 1917, and was deployed to Haiti for operations against banditry. Promoted on December 12, 1919, Knight demonstrated commendable service, receiving medals for good conduct and expert marksmanship. He was hospitalized briefly in 1918 but continued his service until he was mustered out on December 20, 1919, earning an honorable discharge and compensation for his service.
Walter Edwin Holleman served as a 1st Class Private in Company F, 81st Division, 321st Regiment during World War I. Born on September 2, 1895, in Forsyth County, he was the son of Jno. E. Holleman and husband to Edith B. Holleman. He entered military service on May 26, 1918, was trained in South Carolina, and sailed to France on September 11, 1918, participating in key battles such as the Vosges Mountains and Meuse-Argonne. He was mustered out on June 4, 1919.
Walter Edwin Holleman, born on September 2, 1895, in Forsyth County, served as a 1st Class Private in Company F of the 81st Division, 321st Regiment. He entered military service on May 26, 1918, and underwent training at various camps before sailing to France on September 11, 1918. Holleman participated in significant battles, including those in the Vosges Mountains and the Meuse-Argonne offensive. He was mustered out on June 4, 1919, at Camp Lee, Virginia. He was the son of John E. Holleman and husband to Edith B. Holleman.
Private 1st Class Bone Wilson Pierce served in the Medical Corps during World War I. Born on March 31, 1898, in Forsyth County, he enlisted in April 1918 and underwent training at Ft. McPherson, Georgia, before being transferred to Camp Upton, New York. He sailed for France on September 13, 1918, and returned to the United States on July 25, 1919, being mustered out at Camp Lee, Virginia, shortly thereafter on July 28, 1919.
Capt. Robert Alexander Moore, born to Alfred and Malinda Moore in Forsyth County, entered military service on September 2, 1917, in New York City. After training in Georgia and South Carolina, he sailed to France on March 30, 1918. Moore participated in key battles including Aisne-Marne, St. Mihiel, and Meuse-Argonne, and served in evacuation hospitals. Promoted to captain on February 27, 1919, he was part of the Army of Occupation in Coblenz, Germany, from December 1918 until his return to the United States on August 17, 1919.
Sergt. Exp. Mechanic Robah G. Tally, from Forsyth County, served in World War I after enlisting on March 21, 1918. He trained at Camp Jackson, S.C., and then at Camp Merritt, N.J., before sailing to France on May 30. Promoted to Sergeant on August 8, Tally participated in key battles including Chateau Thierry and the Meuse-Argonne. He played a crucial role in maintaining trucks for ammunition transport and served in the Army of Occupation from December 1918 to July 1919.
Simeon Lee Saylor served as a cook in the 308th Motor Supply Train, Company 7 of the 83rd Division, hailing from Forsyth County. He entered military service on August 5, 1918, in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, and was stationed at Camp Wadsworth before transferring to Camp Stuart. Saylor sailed to France on September 15, 1918, and was later sent to Le Mans Hospital on April 18, 1919. He returned to the United States on June 4, 1919, and was mustered out at Camp Lee on June 29, 1919.