Threads of ancestors, Telford – Ritchie – Mize

Threads of ancestors, Telford - Ritchie - Mize: a link among the days which binds the generations each with each

“Threads of Ancestors: Telford – Ritchie – Mize: A Link Among the Days Which Binds the Generations Each with Each,” authored by Leila Ritchie Mize and Jessie Julia Mize, explores the intricate tapestry of family lineage and migration across continents and centuries. Tracing roots back to Alexander Telford Sr., who settled near Rockbridge, Virginia around 1760, this book delves into the journeys and settlements of his descendants across the United States. Highlighting the Scotch-Irish origins of these families, the authors meticulously draw upon an extensive array of sources, including family Bibles, historical records, and personal diaries, to provide a detailed account of the Telford, Ritchie, and Mize families. Their narrative not only charts the genealogical paths of these families but also illuminates their substantial roles in the historical and cultural development of the regions they inhabited. This work stands as a testament to the enduring bonds and shared heritage that link successive generations, forming a foundational piece for both family members and historians interested in the Scotch-Irish contribution to American history.

Sam P. Morrah, Jr.

Sergt. 1st Class, 5th Q. M. C.; of McCormick County; son of S. P. and Mrs. Janie Morrah. Entered service June 2, 1917, at Atlanta, Ga. Sent to Ft. McPherson, Ga. Transferred to Charleston, S. C., then to camp Wadsworth, S. C. Mustered out at Camp Wadsworth, S. C., March 18, 1918.

Uel W. Morrah

Private 1st Class, M. G. Co., 30th Div., 118th Regt.; of McCormick County; son of S. P. and Mrs. Janie Morrah. Entered service April 9, 1917, at Anderson, S. C. Sent to Camp Sevier, S. C. Sailed for France May 23, 1918. Fought at Ypres, Belgium, Bellicourt. Returned to USA May 19, 1919. Mustered out at Camp Jackson May 31, 1919.