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George W. Morgan

26 Sunday Jul 2015

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From “Virginia and Virginians, 1606-1888,” published by H.H. Hardesty, we find this entry for George W. Morgan, who resided at Logan, West Virginia:

Holds the office of justice of the peace at Logan C.H., and is a most efficient and honorable officer. He owns a beautiful residence in this town, where he resides with his interesting family. Besides his official business, he is a carpenter and builder by trade. The Morgans have lived in Logan county many years, and have always ranked among the best and most influential citizens. Isaac E. Morgan, father of the subject of this sketch, was born in Wyoming county, W.Va., April 8, 1811. He held several offices in that county; was representative in the House of Delegates from 1853 to 1854. He married, Oct. 24, 1837, Dollie C. Stone, who was born in that county April 3, 1815; the marriage took place in that county. They were the parents of the subject of this sketch. The father died in Logan county Oct. 1, 1879; the mother Jan. 19, 1876. Their son, George W. Morgan, was born in Logan county, W.Va., Sept. 2, 1855; was married there March 8, 1878, to Miss Polly Ann Chapman, who was born in the same county Feb. 2, 1849. Their marriage has been blessed with one daughter, Dollie Maud, born in Logan county, W.Va., Nov. 28, 1878; is now residing with her parents. Isaac E. Morgan, father of George W., was at the time of his death, Oct. 1, 1879, honorably filling the position of president of the county court, and had held many other offices; no citizen of this county has ever been more highly esteemed, nor has the death of one been more deeply regretted. The post office address of George W. Morgan is Logan Court House, West Virginia.

Source: Dr. R.A. Brock, Virginia and Virginians, 1606-1888 (Richmond, VA: H.H. Hardesty, Publisher, 1888), p. 835-836.

Solomon H. Adams Family Cemetery (2014)

17 Friday Jul 2015

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The Solomon H. Adams Family Cemetery, which I visited on 28 June 2014, is located 0.8 miles up Hoover Fork of Harts Creek in Logan County, WV. Driving up Hoover, it is situated to the right of the road. Today, this cemetery is popularly called the Grover Adams Family Cemetery.

Row 1

unmarked rock headstone and footstone — baby

Row 2

Annie Adams (05 January 1933-09 April 1934); d/o Willie and Bertha (Mullins) Adams

Row 3

Florence A. White (07 May 1888-09 August 1980); d/o Solomon “Squire Sol” and Ellen E. (Curry) Adams; m1. Grover Adams

(gap)

Daniel Lee “Danny” Adams (16 June 1963-12 January 2003)

Sherry Ann Adams (1964-1965)

Row 4

Ira Adams (1930-1930); s/o Grover and Florence (Adams) Adams

Willis Adams (18 November 1921-15 July 1930)

Grover Adams (29 December 1883-25 June 1935); s/o Solomon H. and Dicie (Mullins) Adams

Carl Adams (20 January 1906-03 or 05 May 1967); s/o Grover and Florence (Adams) Adams

Daniel L. Adams (07 March 1942-29 November 1968); s/o Carl and Virginia (Booth) Adams

Denny Ray Adams (1974-1975)

Row 5

Docha Adams (1937-1940)

Ruby Adams (1914-1942); d/o George and Mary Jane (Mullins) Adams; m. Reed Adams

Lois Adams (1942-1943); d/o Reed and Ruby (Adams) Adams

Lora B. Adams (1939-1948); d/o Reed and Ruby (Adams) Adams

Row 6

Dicie Adams (21 January 1850-21 June 1927); d/o Alexander and Peggy (Fleming) Mullins; m. Solomon H. Adams

Sol Adams (20 November 1846-21 January 1924); s/o Joseph and Dicy (Mullins) Adams

Jim Martin (29 December 1920 or 09 February 1920-21 September 1924)

Row 7

Lester Martin (16 March 1919-16 March 1919); s/o Joe and Laura Bell (Adams) Martin

unmarked square rock headstone and footstone — baby

(small gap)

Herod P. Loftis (31 March 1939, only date); VIRGINIA PVT 318 INF 30 DIV

Tennis Adams, Jr. (05 December 1961-01 June 1988); s/o Tennis and Flora (Riffe) Adams

Tennis Adams (04 February 1940-10 January 2008); s/o Carl and Virginia (Booth) Adams

Flora Adams (13 April 1941-still alive); d/o Pat and Lucy (Williams) Riffe; m. Tennis Adams on 20 November 1959

Row 8

small unmarked rock headstone and footstone — baby?

small unmarked rock headstone and footstone — baby?

Edgar Adams (26 February 1911-21 April 1911); s/o Grover and Florence (Adams) Adams

possible grave — no rocks

(gap)

Allie Maynard (no dates) “inft” born 22 November 1938; d/o Woodrow and Merrill (Adams) Maynard; died 24 November 1938

J.R. Maynard (no dates) “inft” born 13 January 1940; c/o Woodrow and Merrill (Adams) Maynard; died 13 January 1940

NOTE: One of the “baby” graves is actually a pig.

William W. McDonald

17 Friday Jul 2015

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From “Virginia and Virginians, 1606-1888,” published by H.H. Hardesty, we find this entry for William W. McDonald, who resided at Man, West Virginia:

Was born April 1, 1817, in Giles county, Va. In Logan county, Va., Aug. 28, 1846, he was married to Minerva A. Dingess, of same county; three children were born of this union: Charles L., died in 1888 in his 41st year; Mary A. (now married); Sarah, died in infancy. Their mother died March 27, 1851. September 24, 1857, Mr. McDonald was united in marriage to Parthena Scaggs, who died April 22, 1873, leaving seven children, all of whom are now living; Millard (now married), Bruce, Bilton, Wayne, Ann Brook, Miriam Alice and Marshall; except the first, they reside with their father. The McDonald family have long resided in Logan county, where they have been large land owners and respected citizens. The subject of this sketch is owner of a beautiful home, situated at the confluence of Huff’s Creek and Guyandotte River; he is a man of the highest integrity, loved and honored by all who know him; his post office address is Man, Logan county, West Virginia.

Source: Dr. R.A. Brock, Virginia and Virginians, 1606-1888 (Richmond, VA: H.H. Hardesty, Publisher, 1888), p. 835.

55 Good Things About West Virginia (2015)

15 Wednesday Jul 2015

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I’m pleased to report The State Journal has selected me to appear in its annual edition of 55 Good Things About West Virginia. I do not feel worthy of this magnificent honor, but I believe strongly in the importance of my work and give all praise and credit to my many dear late great friends. Thank you.

The State Journal (Charleston, WV), June 2015

The State Journal (Charleston, WV), June 2015

Cain Adkins military record (1861)

15 Wednesday Jul 2015

Posted by in Adkins Mill, Civil War, East Lynn, Lincoln County Feud, Stiltner

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Cain Adkins military record 1

Cain Adkins military record, 129th Virginia Militia, Carter’s Company, 1861. Cain Adkins, a resident of Adkins Mill in Wayne County, WV, later lived on Harts Creek in Lincoln County

Cain Adkins military record 2

Cain Adkins military record, 129th Virginia Militia, Carter’s Company, 1861. Cain Adkins, a resident of Adkins Mill in Wayne County, WV, later lived on Harts Creek in Lincoln County

Cain Adkins military record, 129th Virginia Militia, Carter’s Company, 1861. Cain Adkins, a resident of Adkins Mill in Wayne County, WV, later lived on Harts Creek in Lincoln County

Cain Adkins military record, 129th Virginia Militia, Carter’s Company, 1861. Cain Adkins, a resident of Adkins Mill in Wayne County, WV, later lived on Harts Creek in Lincoln County

Cain Adkins military record 4

Cain Adkins military record, 129th Virginia Militia, Carter’s Company, 1861. Cain Adkins, a resident of Adkins Mill in Wayne County, WV, later lived on Harts Creek in Lincoln County

Old Peter Mullins Family Cemetery (2014)

15 Wednesday Jul 2015

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The (old) Peter Mullins Family Cemetery, which I visited on 28 June 2014, is located 1.1 miles up Buck Fork of Harts Creek in Logan County, WV. To reach the cemetery, I met Cody Mullins at Ted Drive. Cody drove me through the creek all the way to Carter Hollow, then through a large weedy bottom and up to the cemetery, which was well-maintained.

Row 1

Holly Mullins (12 April 1943-no death date); s/o Jack and Dixie (Mullins) Mullins

Rosa Mullins (25 July 1945-04 October 2008); d/o Peter and Bertha (Bryant) Dalton; m. Holly Mullins on 01 April 1967

Holly F. Mullins, Jr. (19 April 1966-28 November 2010); s/o Holly and Rosa (Dalton) Mullins

Row 2

Sol Mullins (10 October 1858-__ February 1910); s/o Peter and Jane (Mullins) Mullins

M.A.M. (15 December 1858-20 February 1915); Mary Ann Mullins; d/o Thomas and Olivia (Doss) Bryant; m. Sol Mullins

Row 3

Nancy Carter (died 08 July 1905); born about 1850; d/o David E. and Sophia (Helmick) Kinser; m. Thomas Carter

unmarked rock headstone and footstone

unmarked headstone and footstone

unmarked rock headstone and footstone

Row 4

unmarked baby grave?

Rodney Mullins (1967-1967)

Row 5

possible grave — rock headstone and footstone fell over

GIANT ROCK SLAB — Peter Mullins, born about 1804; s/o Solomon and Sarah (Cathey) Mullins; died about 1888

unmarked rock headstone — Jane Mullins? d/o John and Ollie (Cox) Mullins; m. Peter Mullins; NOTE: Jane is either buried beside of Peter under the rock slab, or here

Row 6

Roy Mullins (11 February 1924-01 June 1928); s/o Grover and Virgie (Richards) Mullins

Virgie Mullins (08 June 1894-26 April 1930); d/o U.S. and Patsy Anna (Dingess) Richards; m. Grover Mullins

Grover Mullins (14 July 1892-14 December 1967); s/o Sol and Mary A. (Bryant) Mullins

Howard Mullins (29 September 1919-11 February 1970); s/o Grover and Virgie (Richards) Mullins; US AIR FORCE WWII KOREA

Row 7

Kerry D. Mullins (21 July 1963-14 October 1979)

unmarked rock footstone

Pearl Mullins (05 December 1911-18 September 1962)/ d/o Callohill and Melvina (Mullins) McCloud; m. Tracy Mullins

Tracy Mullins (21 August 1917-21 July 1976); s/o Grover and Virgie (Richards) Mullins; SGT US ARMY WWII

possible grave — sunken spot — no rocks

(gap going downhill)

Row 8

H.W.M. (22 December 1835-09 June 1915); Weddington Mullins; s/o Peter and Jane (Mullins) Mullins

(gap going downhill)

Row 9

Delenda Mae Adams Ortiz (18 March 1970-09 December 2013)

Row 10

Cheyenne Emanual Adams (07 August 1959-18 September 2009)

Edna Mae Adams (06 March 1939-25 March 2010); d/o Jack and Dixie (Mullins) Mullins; m. King Adams

King E. Adams (1933-1987); s/o George and Queenie (Mullins) Adams

Sonja Marie Johnson (25 July 1957-23 June 1996)

Candrian Lee Ramey (09 July 1974-03 January 2011)

Isaac B. Lester

15 Wednesday Jul 2015

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From “Virginia and Virginians, 1606-1888,” published by H.H. Hardesty, we find this entry for Isaac B. Lester, who resided at North Spring, West Virginia:

Is one of the most highly respected citizens of Wyoming county. Having been appointed superintendent of public schools, he served with honor and integrity that proved him well worthy of the trust; his term of office having expired, he was reappointed and continued to hold the office during five consecutive terms. When the civil war broke out he espoused the Southern cause, and enlisted in the Confederate army, Aug. 2, 1861, in Co. G, 22d Va. V.I.; during the first year was promoted to adjutant of regiment; served till the close of the war and received honorable discharge at Christiansburg, Va., 1865; had taken part in 37 pitched battles besides sieges and skirmishes. The subject of this record was born in Wyoming county, W.Va., Sept. 24, 1833, and in that county on the 5th of January, 1854, was happily married to Mary E. Godfrey, who was born in the same county June 7, 1833. Of this marriage have been born Pleasant, born Nov. 21, 1855, now married; Lewis I., Oct. 28, 1857, now married; Matilda M., born Dec. 2, 1880, died Aug. 5, 1881; Leanza F., born March 13, 1865, resides with parents. Mr. Lester is engaged in conducting his farm and in attending to his numerous interests as owner of large and valuable coal and timber lands, besides his handsome home on Little Cub Creek, where he resides with his family. His post office address is North Spring, Wyoming county, West Virginia.

Source: Dr. R.A. Brock, Virginia and Virginians, 1606-1888 (Richmond, VA: H.H. Hardesty, Publisher, 1888), p. 834-835.

Peter M. Mullins Family Cemetery (2014)

12 Sunday Jul 2015

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The Peter M. Mullins Family Cemetery, which I visited on 27 June 2014, is located 0.2 miles up Hoover Fork of Harts Creek in Logan County, WV. It is visible to the right, going upstream.

Row 1

Lucian D. Adams, Jr. (17 April 1960-17 April 1981)

David Lee Adams (27 December 1961-27 December 1979)

Lucian Adams (1934-2010); s/o Robert and Garnet (Mullins) Adams

Anna Ruth Adams (1936-2012); d/o Julius and Gracie (Jordan) Farley; m. Lucian Adams

Row 2

Roy H. Dempsey (14 June 1934-02 May 2011); s/o William Riley and Bertha (Browning) Dempsey

Geraldine A. Dempsey (28 January 1939-still alive); d/o Robert and Garnet (Mullins) Adams; m. Roy Dempsey on 24 Sept 1955

Thomas L. Mullins (1923-1975); s/o Peter M. and Allie Fair (Robinson) Mullins; US NAVY WWII

Allie F. Mullins (07 November 1883-14 July 1965); d/o David Wilburn and Catherine (Harmon) Robinson; m. Peter M. Mullins

Peter M. Mullins (19 January 1873-21 February 1940); s/o Charles W. and Ann (Carter) Mullins

Charles W. Mullins (03 April 1906-05 May 1942); s/o Peter M. and Allie Fair (Robinson) Mullins

Wilburn David Mullins (08 September 1908-04 January 1980); s/o Peter M. and Allie Fair (Robinson) Mullins

Mary Dingess Mullins (04 March 1911-06 May 1987); d/o Harvey and Flora (Farley) Dingess; m. Wilburn Mullins

Levern Mullins (19 January 1936-19 April 2000); s/o Wilburn D. and Mary (Dingess) Mullins

Row 3

Robert Adams (29 August 1901-23 December 1980); s/o Horatio and Mattie (Adams) Adams

Garnet Adams (12 November 1910-11 October 2000); d/o Peter M. and Allie Fair (Robinson) Mullins; m. Robert Adams

Billy Adams (27 January 1933-31 January 1933)

Row 4

Thelma Browning Dobrino (04 March 1923-02 June 1968); d/o Roy and Parlee (Mullins) Browning

Emmett Roy Browning (1898-1955); s/o Miles B. and Amanda (McCloud) Browning

Janelle Browning (1936-1943); d/o Roy and Parlee (Mullins) Browning

Charles Edward Browning (08 August 1929-12 September 1974); s/o Roy and Parlee (Mullins) Browning; SGT US MARINE CORPS

James Lee Browning (1933-1975); s/o Roy and Parlee (Mullins) Browning; SGT US MARINE CORPS KOREA

Emmett Roy Browning (18 November 1924-29 September 1994); s/o Roy and Parlee (Mullins) Browning

Parlee Mullins Browning (20 July 1904-24 November 2000); d/o Peter M. and Allie Fair (Robinson) Mullins; m. Roy Browning

Row 5

Rebecca Ruth Hatfield (08 August 1952-08 August 1952)

Regina Lea Smith (29 June 1970-29 June 1970)

“Dad” (new grave with no marker)

(gap)

Harold V. York (1922-1970); s/o C.N. and Lydia York

Row 6

Michael Ray Mullins (1953-1953)

Peter M. Mullins, Jr. (25 February 1951-13 May 1968)

Pete Mullins (1915-1984); s/o Peter M. and Allie Fair (Robinson) Mullins

Fonnie Mullins (1918-1995); d/o Noah and Shirley (Adams) Bryant; m. Pete Mullins

Helene Mullins Crittenden (08 July 1942-13 July 2009)

Ralph Edward Mullins (26 September 1939-20 December 1984); US AIR FORCE

Row 7

George Mullins (31 October 1880-03 November 1972); s/o Charles W. and Ann (Carter) Mullins

Truman Mullins (05 October 1948-13 April 2004)

Opposite Direction:

George J. Trent (16 March 1940-09 September 2001)

Hilda R. Trent (21 February 1947-still alive); m. George J. Trent on 08 Dec 1967

Ruth Evelyn York (12 July 1921-02 August 1997)

Abby Lea Ooten (03 December 1964-22 January 2011)

Blood in West Virginia (2015)

12 Sunday Jul 2015

Posted by in Big Harts Creek, Lincoln County Feud, Whirlwind

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Brandon Kirk at Sol Adams cabin

I recently visited the Squire Sol Adams cabin at Whirlwind in Logan County, WV. I love the cabin and the way the land rolls here. When my book is placed at such a powerful historical site, an indescribable energy results. It’s electrifying. 11 July 2015

William E. Justice

12 Sunday Jul 2015

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From “Virginia and Virginians, 1606-1888,” published by H.H. Hardesty, we find this entry for Hon. William E. Justice, who resided at North Spring, West Virginia:

Son of James and Jennie (Hatfield) Justice, was born May 16, 1849, in Logan county, W.Va., a worthy representative of a family which has long been seated in this section. His parents were born in Pike county, Ky., the father on Dec. 5, 1812, dying in Logan county, W.Va., Aug. 12, 1874; the mother born Jan. 10, 1813, dying here also on April 28, 1886. William E., the subject of this sketch, is one of fourteen children, twelve of whom are living. March 24, 1870, he married Laura S., daughter of Jacob and Linda (Chambers) Cook, long and honored residents of this section. Her father was born in Giles county, Va., May 21, 1814, and her mother in Monroe county, W.Va., on July 19, 1819. The children of Mr. and Mrs. Justice are ten in number: Alonzo, born March 31, 1871; Larkin, Feb. 27, 1873; Mollie, March 16, 1875; John K., June 1, 1877; Laura B., Sept. 20, 1879; Teddy F., Dec. 15, 1881; Grover E., April 20, 1883; Violinna, July 10, 1886, dying Aug. 19, the same year; Lotty I., Nov. 19, 1887; and Eva F., Feb. 5, 1890. Hon. W.E. Justice is engaged in farming and merchandising at North Spring, Wyoming county, W.Va., and has amassed extensive means and territory in both Logan and Wyoming counties, consisting of coal and timber lands. He was elected to represent Logan county in the House of Delegates on Nov. 6, 1888, his term having now expired, which he filled with credit and acceptability; post office address, North Spring, W.Va.

Source: Dr. R.A. Brock, Virginia and Virginians, 1606-1888 (Richmond, VA: H.H. Hardesty, Publisher, 1888), p. 834.

Chapmanville Township officers (1868)

12 Sunday Jul 2015

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Chapmanville Township officers elected 22 October 1868, November 1868. Commissioners Record Book 1 (p. 112), Logan County Clerk's Office, Logan, WV.

Chapmanville Township officers elected 22 October 1868, November 1868. Commissioners Record Book 1 (p. 112), Logan County Clerk’s Office, Logan, WV.

Peter Mullins Family Cemetery (2014)

10 Friday Jul 2015

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The Peter Mullins Family Cemetery, which I visited in August 2014, is located behind the Ewell Mullins homeplace on Trace Fork of Harts Creek in Logan County, West Virginia.

Row 1

Nunie Mullins (28 November 1918-15 June 1976); d/o Ewell and Bertha (Adams) Mullins

Bertha Mullins (01 July 1894-07 December 1981); d/o Wayne and Minerva (McCloud) Adams; m. Ewell Mullins

Ewell Mullins (25 December 1892-10 March 1956); s/o Peter and Eliza (Mullins) Mullins

Peter Mullins (10 October 1871-10 August 1948); s/o A. Jackson and Chloe (Gore) Mullins

Eliza Mullins (1876-1960); d/o Robert and Almeda (Mullins) Mullins; m. Peter Mullins

Lottie Cook (12 October 1896-12 November 1986); d/o Peter and Liza (Mullins) Mullins; m. Joe Cook

Row 2

Maxine Coen Brommer (22 January 1935-25 December 2001)

Joe Dingess (07 November 1942-11 December 2006); s/o Raymond and Edith (Mullins) Dingess

Edith Dingess (06 September 1915-06 September 1997); d/o Peter and Eliza (Mullins) Mullins; m. Raymond Dingess

Raymond Dingess (24 November 1916-30 July 1991); s/o Will and Stella (Stollings) Dingess

Mavis Dinah Mullins (04 February 1947-08 August 1947); d/o Louie and Eunice (Adams) Mullins

(gap)

Alfred W. Tomblin (22 July 1932-24 March 2006); s/o Ira and Eunice (Kelley) Tomblin

Vonnie Tomblin (26 February 1935-still alive); d/o Ewell and Bertha (Adams) Mullins; m. Alfred W. Tomblin

Irvin W. Tomblin (26 January 1956-25 July 1996); s/o Alfred and Vonnie (Mullins) Tomblin

Stanley K. Tomblin (04 July 1954-29 July 1954); s/o Alfred and Vonnie (Mullins) Tomblin

James Vance appraisement of estate (1888)

10 Friday Jul 2015

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Jim Vance, Sr. appraisement bill, 11 June 1888. Source: Appraisement Bill Sale Book 1 (p. 126), Logan County Clerk's Office, Logan, WV.

Jim Vance, Sr. appraisement bill, 11 June 1888. Source: Appraisement Bill Sale Book 1 (p. 126), Logan County Clerk’s Office, Logan, WV.

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Jim Vance, Sr. appraisement bill, 11 June 1888. Source: Appraisement Bill Sale Book 1 (p. 126), Logan County Clerk’s Office, Logan, WV.

Thomas Justice

10 Friday Jul 2015

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From “Virginia and Virginians, 1606-1888,” published by H.H. Hardesty, we find this entry for Thomas Justice, who resided at North Spring, West Virginia:

Of North Spring, Wyoming county, W.Va., was born June 15, 1834, in Logan county, W.Va. (then Virginia); in this county, Aug. 20, 1854, he was united in marriage to Ingabo Bailey, who was born in Logan county, Jan. 29, 1832. Record of the children of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Justice: George W., born June 20, 1855, married; Delia J., March 15, 1857, married; Laura C., June 11, 1859, married; Almeda, Dec. 4, 1861, married; Lee, April 20, 1866, married; Minnie, May 1, 1868, married to Berry L. Cook; Scott, Dec. 9, 1870, living with his parents; James, Sept. 15, 1874, living with parents. Record of Thomas Justice’s parents: James Justice, Sr., was born in Pike county, Ky., Dec. 5, 1812, departed this life in Logan county, W.Va., Aug. 12, 1874; Jennie (Hatfield) Justice was born in Pike county, Ky., Jan. 10, 1813, departed this life in Logan county April 28, 1886. Record of the parents of Mrs. Thomas Justice: James Bailey was born in Russell county, Va., Dec. 1, 1806, died in Logan county Feb. 9, 1874; Delia (Gore) Bailey was born in Boone county, W.Va., Oct. 11, 1806, died in Logan county Jan. 28, 1888. Thomas Justice enlisted in 1861 as lieutenant in Co. D, Berkley’s Battalion, C.S.A., and served with honor and distinction until the close of the war. At the present time he resides with his wife and their youngest two children in his pleasant home not far from the mouth of Huff’s Creek; here he is engaged in farming and in managing his estate. His plantation is well cultivated; he also owns valuable coal and timber lands. As citizens he and his family are loved and respected. His son, Lee Justice, was married June 11, 1890, in Logan county, to America, daughter of James N. and Lucinda (Steel) Justice. Record of the family of James N. Justice: He was born in 1847 in Pike county, Ky.; at present lives in Logan county, W.Va.; his wife was born in Logan county in 18_6, and died in the same county in 1884. Their son Wayne was born in 1872; daughter Ellen was born in 1877, and died in 1879.

Source: Dr. R.A. Brock, Virginia and Virginians, 1606-1888 (Richmond, VA: H.H. Hardesty, Publisher, 1888), p. 833-834.

General Assembly (1911)

08 Wednesday Jul 2015

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The General Assembly formed in 1911

The General Assembly formed on Harts Creek in 1911

Add Mullins Family Cemetery (2014)

05 Sunday Jul 2015

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The Add Mullins Family Cemetery, which I visited on 27 June 2014, is located in the head of Hoover Fork of Harts Creek in Logan County, West Virginia. To reach the cemetery, proceed up Millard Mullins Drive and beyond… The road leading to the cemetery is unpaved, rocky, and jutted. Permission from local property owners to travel the road is required.

Row 1

Charles D. Mitchell (1942-1986)

Mary E. Mitchell (1937-still alive)

Row 2

Willard Mullins (01 April 1917-17 May 1929); s/o Adam and Bessie (Thompson) Mullins

Bessie Mullins (1893-1967); d/o James and Margurette (Mullins) Thompson; m. Adam Cado Mullins

Adam Cado Mullins (1882-1960); s/o Van Buren and Mary A. (Helmick) Mullins

Frank Mullins (1938-1982)

Row 3

Bessie Christina Mullins (03 April 1947-04 April 1947)

Mae Mullins (1918-1984); d/o Walter and Belle (Browning) Hensley; m. Clyde Mullins

Clyde Mullins (1919-1992); s/o Adam and Bessie (Thompson) Mullins

Christopher Davis Hallam (28 September 1984-01 August 2008)

Row 4

Linville Bryant (1939-1990); s/o Will and Cora (Tomblin) Bryant

Way behind the rest of the graves:

Juanita Kirk (1918-1990)