Mobile County AL

Chatot Indians

The Chatot Tribe, linked to the Muskhogean language family, inhabited areas west of the Apalachicola River, notably near the Chipola River. Their recorded history begins in 1639, highlighting conflicts and missions established in 1674. After conflicts with other tribes and the Spanish, they relocated to Mobile, Alabama, where they were granted land. Following the English takeover in 1763, they migrated to Louisiana. The Chatot population dwindled significantly over time, with recorded numbers decreasing from approximately 1,200 in 1674 to around 100 by 1805.

Biographical Sketch of Frederick W. Freeman

Frederick W. Freeman, born in Danville, Alabama, in 1864, became a prominent banker in Topeka after a brief tenure with the Santa Fe Railroad. Relocating to Topeka in 1874, he advanced through various roles in the banking sector, ultimately becoming president of the Merchants National Bank. His career spanned over thirty-five years, and he was a member of the First Baptist Church and Scottish Rite Masonry. Freeman married Grace M. Waugh in 1887, anchoring his legacy in the community.

Biographical Sketch of Starke Seibert Saffold

Starke Seibert Saffold, born on March 15, 1852, in Mobile, Alabama, was the son of Judge Milton J. and Martha Harrison Saffold. He received his education from private instructors and various institutes. Saffold married Harriet Webb in Philadelphia on September 1, 1881, and they had two children. A prominent figure in the insurance industry, he served in numerous professional roles and was a general agent for the Provident Life & Trust Company since 1886. His community involvement included various memberships and leadership positions in organizations and clubs.

Biography of Joseph Raymond Hampson

Joseph Raymond Hampson, born on February 5, 1890, in Tivolo, New York, has made significant contributions to engineering and construction. Despite limited formal education, he advanced rapidly in his career, working for notable firms and managing projects worth millions, including substantial government contracts during World War I. In 1919, he founded the J. R. Hampson Company, which completed notable constructions in Pittsfield. A community leader, he is involved in various organizations and is married to Clara Browne with one daughter, Elizabeth.

Tohome Tribe

The Tohome Indians, a former Muskhogean tribe of the Gulf Coast, spoke a Choctaw dialect. Their settlements were located eight leagues north of Mobile, Alabama, on the west bank of the Mobile River. In 1703, the tribe was estimated to have around 350 warriors and aligned themselves with French colonists, having been baptized in the Roman Catholic faith.

Tawasa Tribe and Pawokti Tribe

The Tawasa Tribe, first noted by Ranjel and the Fidalgo of Elvas during the De Soto expedition, was situated between Ulibahali and Talisi. They relocated southeast by 1706, facing destruction from neighboring tribes. Seeking refuge with the French in Mobile by 1705, they were granted land but eventually disappeared from records around 1715. They are believed to have migrated upstream along the Alabama River, aligning with the Alabama tribe’s fortunes. Their name persisted through census records, indicating their lasting presence in the region.

Mobile Tribe and Tohome Tribe

The first European interactions with the Mobile Bay tribes likely occurred in 1519 with the Spaniards led by Pinedo, who encountered friendly natives while exploring the region. The Mobile tribe, identified later during De Soto’s expedition, engaged in significant conflicts, notably with De Soto in 1540, causing considerable loss on both sides. By the early 18th century, the Mobile and Tohome tribes were distinct yet closely linked, with both tribes noted for their agricultural practices along the Mobile River and their complex intertribal relations as documented by early French explorers.

Mobile County, Alabama Census Records

This page provides links to online census resources for Mobile County, Alabama, during the years of 1820-1930. Available records may include federal, state, or special censuses, with transcriptions, indexes, or images depending on source. External sites supply the data for each census year.

Mobile County, Alabama Cemetery Records

This page lists known online cemetery transcriptions, burial records, and gravestone images for Mobile county in Alabama. Resources vary by cemetery and may include full surveys, partial records, mapping, or photographs. Links lead to external sites providing the available data.

Marshall County, Alabama Cemetery Records

This page lists known online cemetery transcriptions, burial records, and gravestone images for Marshall county in Alabama. Resources vary by cemetery and may include full surveys, partial records, mapping, or photographs. Links lead to external sites providing the available data.