Tipton County TN

Slave Narrative of Maria S. Clemments (Clements)

Old Slave

Maria Sutton Clemments, recalling her life from her childhood in Lincoln County, Georgia, recounts her experiences as a enslaved person before and after the Civil War. She describes the harsh labor conditions, the looming threat of sale, and the emotional toll of family separations. Freedom arrived unceremoniously, and she describes the struggle to adapt in a land stripped of resources. After the war, she faced hardship, poverty, and the racial violence of the Ku Klux Klan. Despite her challenges, she remains resilient, relying on faith and community support.

Mission’s Among the Southern Indians

Reverend Hugh Wilson

In 1819, the Synod of South Carolina initiated a mission among Southern Indians, focusing on the Chickasaws. Rev. David Humphries and Rev. T. C. Stewart initially sought permission to establish a mission, which was granted by the Chickasaw king in 1820. Stewart, the sole missionary, founded Monroe Station in 1821, accompanied by two families. This mission became a pivotal center for education and Christianity, significantly influencing the Chickasaw community, fostering future leaders and laying the groundwork for their ongoing civilization.

Slave Narrative of Nathan Jones

Nathan Jones, born in 1858 in Gibson County, Tennessee, was the son of a slave and experienced severe cruelty under his master, Parker Crimm. His stepfather, Willis Jones, attempted to escape slavery but ultimately was sold. Nathan recalled brutal punishments inflicted on slaves. After marrying early and facing hardships, he moved to Missouri and then Indiana with his six children following his first wife’s death. Now remarried with four more children, the Jones family leads a modest but content life, supported by their church and old age pension.

Biography of G. W. McDowell

G. W. McDowell, born April 12, 1832, in Virginia, has been a prominent merchant in Yellville since 1868. He moved through various locations, including St. Louis and Decatur, before establishing his business in Yellville. McDowell has faced business challenges yet remains a successful entrepreneur, with annual sales between $6,000 and $10,000. A committed Democrat and active church member, he has served as Marion County treasurer and is involved with the Masonic order. He married Rachel Wilson and had four children, with two surviving.

Biography of Milton G. Cage

Milton G. Cage, born on January 26, 1862, in Tipton County, Tennessee, is a distinguished attorney in Boise. He moved to Colorado at age ten, graduating from Greeley High School in 1882 before studying law at Michigan State University, where he graduated in 1885. Cage began his legal career in Denver, later serving as assistant United States attorney. In 1894, he became the receiver for the U.S. land office. An active Democrat, Cage married Caroline C. Sweet; they have two sons and a prominent social presence.

Biography of Nathaniel Malone Mitchell

Nathaniel Malone Mitchell, known as Nat, is a prominent figure in Muskogee’s automobile trade, particularly recognized as vice president of the Cadillac Company. Born on September 26, 1882, in Mason, Tennessee, he gained experience as a traveling salesman for eight years before establishing himself in business. In 1913, he helped organize the Wright Motor Car Company, contributing to the growth of Cadillac sales in the region. He is actively involved in community organizations and enjoys hunting in his leisure time.