This manuscript starts with John Satterfield who resided in Orange County, North Carolina and then concentrates on his descendants who resided in Person and the surrounding counties of North Carolina. Allied families include: Yarbrough, Carter, Bigger, Cary, Winstead, Cozart, Bumpass, Sargent, Gold, Carney, Walker and Davey families.
This is a self published manuscript of the Hart Family from Orange County, North Carolina.
The great ancestor of the Hart family in the United States emigrated from London about 1690 and settled in Hanover County, Virginia, where he died leaving an only son, Thomas Hart, who was about eleven years of age when his father arrived in Virginia. Of the elder Thomas little is known except that he was a merchant and probably late in life, a blind man. This manuscript begins with the son, Thomas Hart, Jr. who married Susanna Rice. After the death of Thomas Jr., Susanna and all of her children: Thomas, John, Benjamin, David, Nathaniel, and Ann, moved to Orange County, North Carolina.
Dennis Heartt, born on November 6, 1783, in North Bradford, Connecticut, emerged as a key figure in North Carolina journalism. After an apprenticeship in New Haven, he became a proficient printer and later founded the *Hillsborough Recorder* in 1820. Over nearly fifty years, Heartt’s editorial work significantly influenced public opinion and local culture. Despite challenges, including outdated technology and adjusting to a new environment, he established the paper as a vital source of information, revered by citizens and a testament to antebellum life in North Carolina.
Anderson Whitted, an 88-year-old ex-slave from Rockville, Indiana, shares his life story during a 1937 interview. Born in Orange County, North Carolina, he recalls a relatively humane upbringing under a Quaker doctor. His family’s conditions worsened after the master’s son took over. Whitted describes the harsh realities of slavery, including witnessing sales and forced labor from a young age. After emancipation, he sought better opportunities, eventually relocating his family to Rockville, where he faced challenges but found freedom and stability.
Aunt Nina Scott, interviewed on May 17, 1937, recalls her experiences as a slave under Dr. Shipp in Spartanburg, South Carolina. She noted that her treatment was akin to that of white individuals, mentioning distinctive caregiving arrangements for children. She reminisced about the chaos during the Civil War, including her mother hiding turkeys from Union soldiers. Nina also highlighted the kindness of Dr. Duncan and his wife, who shared food with local children, regardless of their race.
Mary Anngady, an 80-year-old former slave, recounts her childhood experiences under Mr. and Mrs. Franklin Davis in Orange County, North Carolina. She reflects on the kindness of her enslavers, her education, and family life. After the Civil War, she traveled extensively, marrying twice, first to Aaron Stallings and later to Rev. Matthews Anngady, an Abyssinian prince. Through their lectures on African customs, she offered insights into the brutal practices within his tribe, including executions and cannibalism, before settling in Raleigh.
Robert Glenn, born in 1850 in Orange County, North Carolina, recounts his experiences as a slave and his eventual journey to freedom. Sold multiple times, he was separated from his parents and taken to Kentucky, where he endured harsh conditions and learned to read and write with the help of a compassionate white boy. After the Civil War, he discovered his freedom but initially hesitated to leave his former master. Eventually, he traveled to North Carolina to reunite with his family, marking a poignant return to his roots.
In an interview with Mattie Curtis, a 98-year-old former slave from Raleigh, North Carolina, she recounts her life experiences from her birth on a plantation to her struggle for freedom. She describes the harsh treatment by various slave owners, including severe whippings and neglect. Mattie discusses the chaos during the Civil War and how she eventually gained freedom. Despite hardships, she managed to buy land and support her family while reflecting on the challenges faced by the younger generation compared to her own.
Thomas Hall, interviewed by T. Pat Matthews at 81 years old, reflects on his life as a slave born in Orange County, NC. He details the brutal realities of slavery, including family separations and harsh living conditions. Hall criticizes Lincoln and abolitionist Harriet Beecher Stowe, asserting that true freedom remains elusive for African Americans. He expresses frustration with the persistent oppression faced by Black individuals in America, dismissing the notion that current societal structures have improved their plight despite the end of slavery.
John Coggin, born March 1, 1852, in Orange County, North Carolina, recounts his experiences as a slave during an interview with Mary A. Hicks. He describes his life under the care of a kind master, working alongside fellow slaves, and recalls the arrival of Union soldiers, which caused widespread fear. After the war, Coggin’s family relocated to Raleigh, where they continued farming. He reflects on the changes that have come since emancipation, noting that younger generations possess more sense than he did in his youth.
Tempie Herndon Durham, age 103, reflects on her life as a slave on the Herndon plantation in Chatham County. She recounts her experiences with the Herndons, detailing the agricultural activities and the community of enslaved individuals who worked there, including weaving and dyeing. Durham shares personal memories of her wedding to Exter Durham and the eventual birth of their children. After the Civil War, she notes the challenges of freedom, suggesting life was more stable under slavery, with care provided by their masters.
In an interview conducted by Travis Jordan, Sarah Debro, a 90-year-old former slave from Orange County, recounts her experiences on Marse Doctor Cain’s plantation. She describes her relationships with her owners, particularly Mis Polly, and reflects on plantation life, including her duties as a housemaid. Debro shares her memories during the Civil War, observing the soldiers and the impact of the conflict on her life and family. After emancipation, she faced hardships in a post-war society, revealing her complex feelings about freedom and slavery.
Winfield Scott Pope, born on July 20, 1847, in North Carolina, became a prominent attorney and legislator in Jefferson City, Missouri. He was known for his high ethical standards and significant contributions to the legal profession and state governance. Admitted to the bar at 19, he built a successful practice and served in the Missouri legislature. A descendant of notable ministers, Pope’s legacy includes fostering a strong legal system, marked by civic duty and integrity. He passed away at seventy-four, leaving behind a distinguished reputation in Missouri’s legal history.
The Occaneechi Indians, whose name’s meaning is unknown, were part of the Siouan linguistic stock and closely related to the Tutelo and Saponi tribes. They inhabited the middle island of the Roanoke River, Virginia, and became known as traders in the region by 1670. Joined by the Tutelo and Saponi, they later migrated southward due to pressure from the Iroquois and English settlers. By 1701, they resettled on the Eno River in North Carolina and eventually adopted the name of the Saponi.
The Eno Indians, likely of Siouan linguistic stock, inhabited the Eno River region in present-day Orange and Durham Counties, North Carolina. Their notable village, Adshusheer, was shared with the Shakori. First recorded by Governor Yeardley, the Eno resisted Spanish incursions and later migrated towards Virginia settlements around 1714. Their population is estimated to have been 1,500 in 1600, declining to 750 by 1714. They are distinct for adopting a trading lifestyle, with their name associated with local rivers and places.
Private Dozy H. Sykes, a member of Company I of the 106th Infantry in the 27th Division, was born in Orange County to J.T. Sykes and his wife. He enlisted on August 5, 1918, in Hillsboro, North Carolina, and underwent training at Camp Wadsworth, South Carolina. Sykes departed for France on September 15, 1918, and after his service, he returned to the United States on March 6, 1919, being mustered out at Camp Lee, Virginia, on April 4, 1919.
1st Class Private Joe A. Terrell, born in Orange County to G. W. Terrell and his wife, married Mary Mae Terrell. He joined the military on December 5, 1912, in Columbus, Ohio, and served in various capacities, including Troop Instructor, before being mustered out at Camp Stuart, Virginia, on December 18, 1918. Notably, he was stationed in Colorado during the coal strike of 1914.
Bun Terrell, a Private in Company I of the 120th Infantry, 30th Division, was born in Orange County to Jim Terrell and his wife. He entered military service on July 25, 1917, in Hillsboro, North Carolina. After training at Camp Sevier and Camp Merritt, he sailed for France on May 17, 1918. Terrell participated in the Hindenburg Drive on September 29, 1918, and returned to the United States on April 13, 1919, before being mustered out at Camp Jackson on April 18, 1919.