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son of James Davison and Mary Ann Southerland James Davison b. 1834 Greene Co., GA d. of Heart disease on May 2, 1880 Greene Co., GA m. Dec 8, 1872 Greene Co., GA to Ella M Tiller b. Apr 1856 GA. Children of James Pratt Davison and Ella M Tiller: James Davison b. May 24, 1874 Greene Co., GA d. Feb 15, 1920 Greene Co., GA m. Annie D Sanford b. 1890 GA ch: James Jr b. 1913, Davenport b. Jun 19, 1914, Margaret b. 1917, Vincent Mercer b. Sep 30, 1918 Joseph Robert Davison b. 1876 Greene Co., GA d. Jan 13, 1877 Greene Co., GA Pearl Davison b. Jan 1877 Greene Co., GA m. Mercer Reynolds b. Feb 6, 1874 GA ch: Estelle b. 1904, Martin b. 1907, Mercer Jr b. Nov 18, 1909, Jack D b. 1914, William b. 1918 Temperence Estelle Davison b. Mar 19, 1879 Greene Co., GA d. Sep 25, 1912 Greene Co., GA m. George Alexander Merritt b. Nov 27, 1861 Greene Co., GA d. Jan 13, 1916 Greene Co., GA ch: George, infant daughter Sep 24, 1912. Records: 1858 Oct 10 Brown, Daniel m. Wilson, Adeline by James Davison 1859 Oct 16 Winter, Henry D m. Grier, Lucy Ann by James Davison 1860 Greene Co GA Davison, Margrett (Margaret Moore) 40 f w Keeping House $1,200/$1,200 Georgia (Widow of James M. Davidson, m 6 Jul 1852 Greene Co Ga) Davison, James 34 m w Farmer $15,000/$1,500 Georgia Davison, Joseph 28 m w R. R. Agent $500/000 Georgia Davison, William 25 m w Insurance Agent Georgia Davison, Margrett 22 f w Georgia Davison, Charles 17 m w Farm Laborer Georgia Davison, Robert (Robert E. Davison) 15 m w Farm Laborer Georgia Davison, Alexander 12 m w Farm Laborer Georgia Davison, Thomas 10 m w Farm Laborer Georgia MILITARY: MUSTER ROLL OF COMPANY C, 3d REGIMENT GEORGIA VOLUNTEER INFANTRY ARMY NORTHERN VIRGINIA GREENE COUNTY, GEORGIA DAWSON GRAYS Davison, James Pratt-- private April 24, 1861. Discharged 1861. James Pratt Davison , Residence: Greene County, Georgia Enlistment Date: 24 Apr 1861 Side Served: Confederacy State Served: Georgia Service Record: Enlisted as a Private on 24 April 1861 Enlisted in Company C, 3rd Infantry Regiment Georgia on 24 April 1861. 1863 Sep 28 Moody, Lillie B m. Freeman, Catherine S by James Davison 1865 Jan 22 Moody, James A m. Mays, Sarah Jane by James Davison 1866 Jan From: [email protected] Sent: Monday, April 30, 2007 10:03 PM To: [email protected]; [email protected] Subject: James Davison I have read about half of Jonathan M. Bryant's book "How Curious a Land". It it well documented and worth reading. I is about the conflict and changes in Greene County ,GA (1850-1885). It has a lots to say about my Gr.. Gr.. Grandfather Dr. John E. Walker and some of the Mercer folks running the carpet baggers out. on page 107 it has something about a James Davison. " James Davison, a local white leader, blamed the strike and the problems with freed workers on "pernicious intermeddling" by the Equal Rights Association and sought help from the bureau in suppressing it." also on pg.. 148. As James Davidson of Union Point explained in January 1866, " the contracts on large farms, generally, are made for from one quarter (1/4) to one half (1/2) of the crop." On Pg.. 187, a James A. Davidson was listed as an Inferior Court Justice. He was 51 years old in 1860, occupied as a farmer with real property and personal property valued at 15,000/20,000 $. He owned 24 slaves. 1866 Mar 15 McKenzie, Josephus m. Mays, Nancy A E by James Davison 1866 Apr 5 Chandler, Daniel B m. Moss, Georgia by James Davison 1868 Nov 15 Rhodes, William C m. Gordon, Mary F by James Davison 1868 J.M. Davison included in a list of men who freed Greene County from the Carpetbag rule and guided the ship of State in 1868 and the should never be forgotten by the people of the county. Ref: History of Greene Co., GA pg 428 1786-1868 Justices of the Inferior Court, Greene County, Georgia James M Davidson William Greer 1868-1872 Notary Public James Davidson 1870 Greene Co., GA Davison, Margrett 40 GA Keep house 1200 1600 Davison, James 34 GA Farmer 15000 1500 Davison, Joseph 28 GA RR Agent 500 Davison, William 28 GA Insurance Agt Davison, Margrett 25 GA Davison, Charles 17 GA Farm Laborer Davison, Robert 15 GA Farm Laborer Davison, Alexander 12 GA Farm Laborer Davison, Thomas 10 GA Farm Laborer 1875 Mar 2 Greene County GaArchives News.....The State Agricultural Convention March 2 1875 File contributed for use in USGenWeb Archives by: Denise Murphy [email protected] The Atlanta Constitution, Atlanta, GA, March 2, 1875 The State Agricultural Convention. The State Agricultural Convention was held last week as Thomasville. The attendance was large and the proceedings marked with interest. From the Thomasville Times we glean many interesting facts about the meeting. Mayor Hansell delivered the address of welcome, in his handsome and terse style. General Colquitt�s opening address was replete with sound sense, practical suggestions and the most enlarged and thorough views as connected with the progress and future of the State Agricultural Society over which he has so ably presided ever since the organization of the society. Prof. E. M. Pendleton, of the State Agricultural College, read his third series of reports upon the experimental farm at Athens, which is under the control of, and conducted by the State Agricultural College. This able and exhaustive report was listened to with the closest attention by all, who receive many valuable hints as to the manner and mode of culture, kind and quantity of fertilizers, together with many other eminently practical suggestions, which, if carried out, must and will prove a great benefit and saving to the agricultural classes of Georgia. The Pastoral Ode, by Col. J. A. Stewart, of Atlanta, was a most happy and felicitous piece of composition, containing much which should be remembered by husband-men and house-wives. Some of his hits were decidedly apropos, and brought down the house. Prof. H. O. White of Athens, delivered an able address; giving the analysis of wheat, and pine straws, peas and fertilizers, fully sustaining his reputation as a scientist. Prof. W. LeRoy Broun delivered his lecture on the �Supposed influences of the moon on vegetable and minimal life.� The well known reputation of Prof. Broun, together with the interesting subject drew a packed house, among whom, [unreadable] the preceding day; were a large number of ladies. The learned gentleman in an easy flowing style, proceeded with his subject, clearly demonstrating that the tickle goddess of night, really and in fact exerted no influence upon animal and vegetable life. Many old theories were exploded as the sharp, glittering blade of science flashed and cut away theories which have long been held in common by a large portion of the civilized world. As the professor proceeded with his lecture, applying strict scientific rules to all supposed influences of pale luna, one after another collapsed and evaporated. However, frequent shakes of the head indicated that many still held that they thought it best to plant in the moon instead of the ground. Dr. W. L. Jones of Athens delivered an interesting address on the value of the cotton plant, as a fertilizer. This scholarly and searching production challenged the closest attention of the convention, and demonstrated that Dr. Jones knew exactly what he was discussing. Much valuable and useful information was contained in the report. Dr. E. C. Hood of Columbus delivered an address on �Green Fertilizers.� Dr. Hood�s lecture like all the others, was listened to with the closest attention. The planters of Georgia are largely indebted to this distinguished gentleman for his scientific researches and experiments. R. H. Hardaway, of Thomasville, read an essay on �Gardening.� No paper elicited more attention or was received with greater satisfaction. Rev. D. E. Butler said that there need be no further efforts made to find the original garden of Eden, that it was undoubtedly in Thomas county. The convention by a rising vote testified their deep appreciation of Judge Hardaway�s address. Mrs. Hardaway made mention in his paper of Mrs. Julia Mitchell and the Misses Bowman, of Thomas, for successful farming. The ladies mentioned honored the convention by standing up and created great applause. Dalton was fixed upon as the next place of meeting. Prof. George Little, State Geologist, was invited to deliver a lecture at the next semi-annual meeting of the convention on geology, in connection with the agricultural interests in Georgia. On the report of the executive committee was read announcing that the next state fair would be held in the city of Macon, commencing on Monday, October 18th and continue fiv days. The fair will be under the exclusive control and management of the state society. Mr. James Davison of Green, offered the following resolution which was adopted after some little discussion: Whereas, since our meeting in August last, the Department of Agriculture of the State of Georgia, in compliance with an act passed by the last legislature, has been established, by his excellency James M. Smith, Governor of Georgia, appointment Dr. Thomas P. Janes to the office of Commissioner of Agriculture, who has fully organized the department, and has it not in working order, therefore. Resolved, That this convention congratulate the farmers of Georgia upon our State having taken important steps for their benefit, and we earnestly recommend every one ot foster, encourage and assist the department in its efforts to promote the agriculture of Georgia. Resolved, That we are gratified at the zeal and efficiency of Dr. Janes in the discharge of his official duties. We recognize, already, the value of the department, giving promise of very great and very important assistance to the tilles of the soil. Resolved, That we return thanks to the Commissioner of agriculture, for his zeal in the cause of husbandry; for urging the farmers of Georgia to pursue a sustaining home policy, and giving formulas for compounding cheap home made manures; for the valuable information given in his annual report and the circulars from his department, and especially for his rigid enforcement of the laws relating to the inspection and sale of fertilizers. Gen. W. M. Browne offered the following resolution which was unanimously adopted: Resolved, That the members of this convention acknowledge with heartfelt gratitude the generous hospitality and considerate attention which have been extended to us by the citizens of Thomasville during our stay in their city, and that we severally bear with us to our respective homes an appreciation and lasting recollection of the many evidences of friendship and goodwill which we have received at their hands. Gorman, who is now a granger, and inclined to join the Baptists, was in attendance. He had his locks curled with cuckle burs, and sprinkled with hay seed, giving him quite a unique appearance. In short, Gorman is a full blooded granger, and is looking for some girl who wears homespun dresses and thoroughly understands the culinary department of a saw mill. Triplett, the incorrigible and ubiquitous Triplett of the Times, was everywhere, his genial face rippling over with smiles and beaming with good humor. Thomasville acquitted herself most nobly in the entertainment of the delegates to the Convention. Every one seemed to exert themselves to make the stay of members of the convention pleasant and agreeable. To the ladies of Thomasville much credit is due, for surely they have contributed in no small degree to his happy result. File at: http://ftp.rootsweb.com/pub/usgenweb/ga/greene/newspapers/nw1619thestate.txt 1880 Greene Co., GA Mortality Greene 70 DAVIDSON, James 40 M W M GA IR GA F MAY Heart Dis. 40 Greensboro City Cemetery Plot B-4, 20'x20' Ella Tiller Davison Apr 2 1855 - Dec 29 1929 James Davison May 24 1874 - Feb 15 1920 Col. James Davison Died May 2 1880 / In His 44th Year Joseph Robert Davison Died Jan 13 1877 / Aged 1 year 1888 Apr 11 The Atlanta Constitution, April 11, 1888 Suit for Recovery A Widow Lady of Woodville Makes a Valuable Find at Salt Springs. Woodville, Ga., April 10�[Special]�Mrs. Ella Davison widow of the late Colonel James Davison of this vicinity has made a lucky find of a very valuable lot of wild land located in the heart of Salt Springs and through her attorney at law resident in Atlanta has instituted suit for its recovery from the claimant and others who have made purchases of portions of the lot. The lot contains forty acres, and has midway between Sweetwater Park hotel and Bowden Lithia springs one boundary of which runs just back of Holcombs hotel a short distance from the spring. It is said that both the Georgia Pacific and street car railway lines run through it and its western boundary as a very short distance from the site on which Marsh & Co are building the Chautaugia. Mr. Davison feels certain of a recovery both as to the land and the mesue profits from the railways as the titles to the property is indisputable dating back from 1 8 when it was granted to John Eady late of Wilkes county --. Mrs. Davison is one of our most estimable ladies, having three minor children and her numerous friends are congratulating her on the discovery made of this valuable property. 1900 1900 Greene Co., GA Greensboro Dist 38 McWhorter B C 47 GA GA GA Jun 1852 McWhorter Lizzie 42 GA GA GA Feb 1858 McWhorter J W 25 GA GA GA Sep 1874 Stock herder McWhorter Dassie 23 GA GA GA Jul 1876 Saleswoman Millinery McWhorter Iva 15 GA GA GA Jun 1884 at school McWhorter Hugh 13 GA GA GA Jul 1886 at school McWhorter Ora 11 GA GA GA Mar 1889 at school Davison James 26 GA GA GA May 1874 Lawyer Arndt W M 24 SC SC SC Jan 1876 Electrician 1900 Jan 26 Jan 26, 1900 Atlanta Constitution "Peg Leg" Williams will not have a hearing until next Friday morning The habeas corpus proceedings in the case of R A Williams better known as "Peg-leg" Williams were continued in the United States court yesterday until Friday, Feb 2d. Williams is a man who went into Greene, Morgan and other counties in that section of the state for the purpose it is claimed, of inducing negroes to emigrate to Mississippi. He was arrested in Greene county, charged with violating the emigration act passed several years ago by the Georgia legislature. Since then he has been in the custody of the sheriff of Greene county. His attorney, James Davison, of Greensboro, and R J Jordan, of this city, swore out a writ of habeas corpus in the United States court claiming that the law under which he was held is unconstitutional. The writ was made returnable before Judge Newman yesterday. When the case was called, Williams was in the courtroom in charge of Sheriff C C Oliver, of Greene county. His counsel was also on hand, as was Colonel E W Butler, of Madison, reprenting the state Owing to pressure of business before the court and to the fact that Judge Newman has to go to Columbus, the case was continued to next Friday. Williams bond is fixed at $50 which he arranged with Sheriff Oliver later that day Oct 7, 1901 Atlanta Constitution Greensboro, GA Mrs J B Williams entertained Monday evening. Those present were Miss Della King, Misses Belle and George Arnold, Rev. J E Briggs Mr John T Boswell and Colonel James Davison Jul 19, 1902 722. Davison vs McWhorter Before Judge Hart. Greene Superior Court. Lumpkin, P J - as the only evidence tending to establish the amount of the plaintiff's demand was a writing Atlanta Constitution Nov 27, 1904 Mrs. Davison and Miss Estelle Davison have removed from Woodville to Greensboro. Atlanta Constitution Apr 28, 1910 Greensboro, GA Mrs Ella Davison entertained the Sewing Circle delightfully Thursday afternoon at the beautiful home of her son, James Davison. Mrs Davison was assisted in entertain by her daughter Mrs George Merritt The Atlanta Constitution, November 27, 1910 Sanford-Davison. Mr. Vincent Thornton Sanford announces the engagement of his daughter, Annie Delle, to Mr. James Davison, the marriage to take place in the First Baptist church, Greensboro , Ga. , on the afternoon of December 20, 1910 . The Atlanta Constitution, December 25, 1910 Greensboro , GA. The marriage of Miss Annie Delle Sanford and Mr. James Davison was a beautiful event, taking place Tuesday afternoon at the Baptist church at 4 o�clock . The church was handsomely decorated in southern smilax, palms and ferns. Rev. E.H. Jennings performed the ceremony and Mrs. Hardy Caldwell played the wedding march from �Lohengrin.� The bridesmaids were Miss Mathews, of Americus ; Miss Lila Merritt, of Greensboro ; Miss Mary Robins, of Siloam; Miss Susie Davison, of Athens ; Miss India Young, of Union Point. The groomsmen were Mr. Kyle Smith, of Greensboro ; Mr. Judson Davison, of Woodville; Dr. J.W. Evans, of Greensboro ; Mr. Davenport Sanford, of Waynesboro ; Mr. Frank Shipley. Miss Frances Sanford, the only sister of the bride, was maid of honor, and Mr. Miles Lewis was best man. Mrs. George Merritt was matron of honor and Master George Merritt was ring bearer. Mr. and Mrs. Davison left immediately after the ceremony for Florida , where they will spend several weks [sic]. Mr. and Mrs. George Merritt entertained Monday evening at a reception in honor of Miss Annie Delle Sanford, Mr. James Davison and their bridal party. |
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