Kemper County MS

North America Indian Names of Places in Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, Florida, and Louisiana

The post examines the significance and origins of North American Indian place names in Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, Florida, and Louisiana, particularly those derived from the Choctaw and Chickasaw languages. It highlights how these names reflect the rich cultural and linguistic heritage of the Native American tribes, while noting that many translations have become corrupted over time. The text provides numerous examples of place names alongside their original meanings, illustrating the deep historical connections embedded in the geography of the region.

Slave Narrative of Sam McAllum

Sam McAllum, born in 1842 in Mississippi, recounts his experiences as an ex-slave and his life during and after the Civil War. He describes his early life on the Stephenson Plantation, the challenges of wartime scarcity, and the complexities of post-war freedom. He details the violence and social upheaval in Kemper County, including the influence of the Chisolm family and the Ku Klux Klan. Ultimately, McAllum’s narrative highlights his resilience and the broader struggles for African Americans in the changing South.

Poole, Elwyn L. – Obituary

Elwyn L. Poole, 85, of Pendleton, passed away on January 23, 1986, at Delamarter Care Center. Born on February 21, 1900, in Rio, Mississippi, he was an air conditioning engineer for the General Services Administration before retiring in 1962. He married Ethel Alline Bound in 1924 and later wed Fannie Molstrom in 1982. Poole is survived by his wife, children, stepchildren, and numerous grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a son and a grandson. Funeral services are scheduled for January 26.

Biographical Sketch of Mrs. Minnie Sleeper

Lucile Jackson, born on August 7, at Tanglewood, was educated locally and married Gideon Daniels Sleeper on June 27, 1894. They had five children: Julia, Gideon, Walter, Martha, and Minnie. Gideon Sleeper served as Commissioner in 1909 and was re-elected in 1910-12. Lucile descends from the Cordery family, which traces its lineage to Souchville-Cordery, who accompanied William the Conqueror to England. Her maternal lineage is connected to the Cherokee heritage of the Blind Savannah Clan.