Wake Forest North Carolina

Slave Narrative of Lucy Ann Dunn

Lucy Ann Dunn, a 90-year-old former house girl from Raleigh, North Carolina, recalls her life as a slave under Marse Peterson Dunn. She describes her family’s roles, the impact of the Civil War, and her experiences with food shortages and the arrival of Union soldiers. Following the war, the family remained with the Dunns for two years before moving. Lucy shares her love story with Jim Dunn, detailing their courtship and marriage in a Baptist church. They raised eight children, cherishing their lasting bond despite life’s challenges.

Biographical Sketch of Major W. F. Hooker

Major W.F. Hooker, born in 1835 in North Carolina, distinguished himself as a prominent citizen and political independent in Eastern Washington. His lineage includes a father who served as a captain in the War of 1812 and held legislative positions. After marrying Mary Williams and initially engaging in lumber manufacturing in Georgia, he faced setbacks due to the Civil War. Relocating to Florida and later to Cheney, Washington, in 1882, Hooker became a respected community leader, playing multiple civic roles and earning the trust of his constituents.