1. Numerous land records place Lewis Williamson in Duplin County, in a part that was incorporated into Sampson County in 1784. The first Tax List of Sampson County, dated 1784, lists Lewis Williamson with 300 acres. February 13, 1788 Lewis Williamson was in court to settle a dispute about property lines. Lewis and Mary moved to Bladen County, on the north side of Dunn’s Swamp, near present day Cerro Gordo, Columbus County. His LW&T, dated March 3, 1795, named sons Richard, Lewis, Joshua, Laban and Seth and daughters Rebecca, Nancy, Peggy and Susannah. Lewis was not listed in the 1800 US Census of Bladen County. Mary was listed as Head of Household in 1800 and in the 1810, 1820 and 1830 US Censuses of Columbus County. November 28, 1833 Richard Williamson, the executor of Lewis Williamson’s estate held a public sale. Had Mary died before that date?
2. Mary may have been a Tatum. Lewis’s land holdings in Sampson County were close to those of several Tatum’s, one of whom was Laban Tatum, a Revolutionary War Soldier. Richard Tatum was born before 1740 and died August 1790 in Sampson County. His wife was named Mary. Richard and Mary Tatum had four sons, known from land records of Duplin and Sampson Counties. They were Joshua, Richard, Jr., Jesse and Labon. Richard Tatum, Jr., moved to Bladen County, near Drowning Creek, near Lewis Williamson. Lewis and Mary Williamson named sons Joshua, Richard and Laban Tatum Williamson. Was Mary a daughter of Richard and Mary Tatum?
3. Seth was named in Lewis Williamson’s Last Will and Testament which was dated 1895. However, we have found the name “Seth” in no other documentation of this family. Jason McLeod Williamson has suggested that Seth and Isham were the same person.
4. Labon Tatum Williamson’s Last Will and Testament was dated
5. In the 1830 US Census of Columbus County Margaret was listed with her mother, Mary. In the 1850 US Census she was listed with her sister, Susannah and Ignatius Flowers.
6. Lott Rich, in right of wife Mary, Sampson County, was an heir to Lewis Williamson’s Estate (Jason Williamson, vol. VII, 1990). Names from Bruce Powell’s records in the Fair Bluff Museum. 1784 Sampson County Tax List: Mary Williamson – 150 acres.
7. 1840 and 1850 US Censuses of Sampson County.
8. 1820, 1830 and 1840 US Censuses of Sampson County.
9. 1850 US Census of Sampson County.
10. Much of the data for Lewis Williamson were obtained from Arnold McRae, deceased, of Montgomery, AL. and from Dan Williamson, Denham Springs, LA. Lewis and Elizabeth were in MS by 1818. His LW&T was dated December 22, 1845. He was enumerated in Marion County, MS in the 1820 and 1830 US Censuses of Marion County and in Lawrence County in 1840. Elizabeth was head of Household in the 1850 Census of Lawrence County
11. Richard's LW&T (Columbus County Deed Book A, pp52/53) was dated July 9, 1841 and names wife, Alsey, daughters Airry, Selia (sic), Lucretia, Edy and Nancy. November 28, 1833, he held an estate sale, as executor of the estate of Lewis Williamson. He was enumerated in the 1800 US Census of Bladen County and the 1820, 1830 and 1840 US Censuses of Columbus County
12. Joshua Williamson was the first Sheriff of Columbus County, serving from 1808 until 1845 (People of Columbus). He was enumerated in the 1820, 1830, 1840 and 1850 US Censuses of Columbus County. Census data suggest that he had at least two daughters.
13. Rebecca and Ephraim moved to MS with Lewis and Elizabeth. Ephraim witnessed a deed May 7, 1811 (Book A, p 74) and thus was still in Columbus County at that time. They were enumerated in the 1840 and 1850 US Censuses of Marion County, MS.
14. Isham was not mentioned in Lewis Williamson’s LW&T. He and his family are mentioned in “Nance Connections”. His LW&T, dated November 7, 1823, was found in Deed Book D, page 146. Her name and community was found in People of Columbus.
15. Williamson family lore holds that Nancy Williamson married Willis Flowers, son of Goldsborough Flowers, and moved to AL. Several Flowers researchers in Pike County, AL, do not consider Willis to be a brother of Richard, John, Luke and Goldsborough Flowers. They note his absence as an heir to Goldsborough, Sr.’s LW&T. It is interesting, however, that Nancy and John Flowers named a son William Willis Flowers. Also, a Willis Flowers, age 30-40, was listed in the 1830 US Census of Pike County, AL. The mature female of the family was age 40-50, an intriguing coincidence since Nancy was about 12 years older than Willis.
16. Data for this Willis Flowers was obtained from Bonita Robinson, a great-great-granddaughter of the “original Willis and Nancy”.
17. That Lott was a son of Lewis has not been proven. Lott was not mentioned in Lewis’s LW&T. Also, Lott Williamson purchased Lewis’s land from the “heirs” of Lewis. Was Lott not an heir? Lott was enumerated in all US Censuses of Columbus County from 1820 through 1860. The 1850 slave Schedule has him holding 15 slaves. The 1860 Slave Schedule lists 19 slaves.
18. Hannah’s maiden name was noted on a deed dated January 22, 1840 (Deed Book G, pp 244-245).
19. They were enumerated in the 1830 through the 1860 US Censuses of Columbus County.
20. He was enumerated in the 1840 US Census of Lawrence County, MS, the 1850 Census of Marion County and the 1850 and 1870 Censuses of Lawrence County, MS.
21. He was enumerated in the 1850, 1860 and 1870 US Censuses of Lawrence County, MS.
22. He was enumerated in the 1850 US Census of Lawrence County, MS,
23. They were enumerated in the 1850, 1860 and 1880 US Censuses of Lawrence County, MS. In 1900 they were listed in Lincoln County, MS.
24. He was enumerated in the 1850, 1870, 1880 and 1900 US Censuses of Lawrence County, MS. Land patents in Jefferson Davis County, MS: 1854 – 39.92 acres; 1859 – 117.54 acres;1859 – 198.35 acres.
25. He was enumerated in the 1860, 1870, 1880 and 1900 US Censuses of Lawrence County, MS.
26. They were enumerated in the 1850 US Census of Marion County, MS.
27. He was enumerated in the 1860 US Censuses of Marion County, the 1870 US Censuses of Lawrence County and the 1880, 1900 and 1910 US Censuses of Marion County. In 1920 Susannah was listed with her daughter, Narcissus.
28. Lott Kellyham was listed in Robeson County in the 1840 US Census: 1 male 20 – 30, 1 female 20-30 and 1 male under 5. I assume this was Celia and one son. In the 1850 and 1860 Censuses Lott and Rose Kellyham were listed in Robeson County. In 1870 they were listed in King’s Township, Williamsburg County, SC.
29. Goldsbury Flowers was listed in the 1820 Census of Columbus County. In 1830 and 1840 he was listed in Pike County, AL. In 1850 and 1860 Edy was listed in Coffee County, AL.
30. John Flowers was listed in the 1830, 1840 and 1850 Censuses of Pike County, AL. In 1860 Nancy was listed in Pike County. AL. They owned 960 acres just north of Brundidge, AL.
31. The 1930 Census of Crawford County, GA, listed Allen, Richard and Jesse Tatum. The 1840 Census of Dale County, AL listed Allen and Richard Tatum. Allen Tatum and seven children were listed in the 1850 Census of Walton County, FL. The same entry states that Lucretia Tatum died April, age 40. In 1860 Allen Moore Tatum was listed with his son, Ithamore Tatum, in Pike County, AL. Modern descendants spell their name TATOM.
32. Wm. W. Brown was listed in the 1830 and 1840 Censuses of Columbus County. In 1850 Wm. W. and Winnifred M. Brown were listed in Columbus County. In 1860 and 1870 W. W. and Catherine Brown were listed in Columbus County.
33. Dennis Williamson was listed in the 1830 and 1840 Censuses of Columbus County. In 1850 and 1860 Dennis and Alice Williamson were listed in Columbus County. In 1870 Alice was listed in Cerro Gordo Township with her son, D. F. Williamson. Marriage Bond #000118468, Record #01-167, January 7, 1826, Robeson County.
34. Elias Williamson was listed in the 1830 and 1840 Censuses of Columbus County. Elias and Dorothy Williamson were listed in 1850, 1860, 1870 and 1880 Censuses of Columbus County.
35. Marmadien Williamson enlisted in the CSA April 23, 1861, age 25, in Columbus County. He was promoted to Full Corporal April 8, 1863 and to Full Sergeant May 2, 1863, Company C, 20th Infantry. He was killed July 1, 1863 at Gettyburg, PA. His name has also been spelled Marmadine and Marmadeen.
36. Lewis Williamson was listed in the 1820, 1830 and 1840 Censuses of Columbus County. Lewis and Gatsy were listed in Columbus County in 1850 and 1860. Lewis was the second sheriff of Columbus County.
37. Laban Williamson was listed in the 1840 and 1850 Censuses of Columbus County. Laban and S. A./Sarah were listed in the 1850, 1860, 1870 and 1880 Censuses of Columbus County.
38. Nathan Williamson was listed in the 1840 Census of Columbus County. Nathan and Mary Jane were listed in the 1850, 1860, 1870 and 1880 Censuses of Columbus County. Nathan L. Williamson enlisted in the CSA February 19, 1862, age 48 for "three years or the war", in Cerro Groda, Columbus County, where he formed a company of men and was elected Captain. The unit was known as Captain N. L. Williamson's Unattached Company of Artillery, Columbus County". It was mustered into the North Caroliina Volunteers at Wilmington March 12, 1862.
39. James Colon Williamson enlisted in the CSA May 17, 1862 at Fort Johnston, New Hanover County, Co E., 2nd Light Artillery, NC Troops. He was in battles at Mechanicsville, Cold Harbor, Chancellorsville and Gettysburg.
40. Joshua Robert Williamson enlisted in the CSA March 1, 1862, age 19, Private, Musician, in Columbus County, Co K, 20th Infantry, NC Troops. He was captured at Fort Fisher January 15, 1865 and confineed at the Federal Military Prison at Elmira NY. He died of "disease". (He is cross referenced as John R. Williamson in Confederate Records.)
41. Isham Nichols was listed in the 1850 and 1860 Censuses of Marion County, MS.
42. Neil McColskey was listed in the 1840 Census of Marion County, MS. In 1850 and 1860 Neill and O./Beady Nichols were listed in Marion County, MS.
43. William and Margaret Rawls were listed in the 1850, 1860 and 1870 Censuses of Marion County, MS. Susan Nichols, Margaret's sister, was William Rawls first wife.
44. Susan Nichols Rawls died before August 2, 1844, the date William Rawls married her sister, Rebecca Ann Margaret Nichols. Susan may well have died, at or soon after, the birth of her second child, Bryant.
45. Bradley F. Yates was listed in the 1830 Census of Columbus County. Mary A./Mary Ann Yates was listed in the 1850, 1860 and 1870 Censuses of Columbus County. December 1845, Mary Ann Yates sold to D. F. Williamson, for $150, a tract of 300 acres situated in the forks of Dunn and Porter Swamps, "it being land conferred to me in rite of my father, Isam Williamson".
46. James W. Yates enlisted in the CSA, Company K, 20th Infantry, NC Troops, March 1, 1862, in Columus County. He was captured at Gettysburg July 1-2, 1863 and confined at Fort Delaware, MD, until transferred to Point Lookout, MD, October 15-18, 1863, where he died.
47. John Yates enlisted in the CSA as Sergeant, Company K, 20th Infantry, NC Troops, April 24, 1861. He was wounded in the hip at Malvern Hill, VA July 1, 1862. He was captured at Gettysburg July 1, 1863 and confined July 5, 1863 at Fort Delaware, MD, until transferred to Point Lookout, MD where he died of "disease".
48. Doctor E. Yates enlisted in the CSA April 24, 1861, Company K, 20th Infantry, NC Troops, in Columbus County. He was promoted to Full Corporal August 16, 1861 and promoted to Full Sergeant June 1, 1862. He was wounded in the thigh July 1, 1862 at Malvern Hill, VA. He died of secondary hemorrhage of he femoral artery in Richmond, NC.
49. D. F. and Orpha Williamson were listed in the 1850 and 1860 Censuses of Columbus County. In 1870 Orpha was listed in Tatum's Township, Columbus County. In 1900 she was listed with her daughter, Penelope Coleman.
50. Willis Flowers was listed in the 1850 Census of Barbour County, AL. In 1870 and 1880 Anna/Annie was listed in Choctaw County, AL.
51. Felix Williamson was listed in the 1840 Census of Columbus County. Felix and Rebecca Williamson were listed in the 1850 Census of Columbus County. He held 4 slaves. Felix and Evaline Williamson were listed in the 1860 Census of Columbus County. He held 31 slaves. Felix, Evaline and Martha Williamson died of yellow fever which was endemic to the Wilmington area in 1865-66. At the time of his death Felix owned 2887 acres of land. Evaline left six sons aged 16 to a few months of age. They were "taken in" by their aunt, Rebecca Williamson Coleman. Five of the six brothers moved to Dodge County, GA, where they were collectively known as "the orphans".
52. Albert G./A. G. and Martha/Mattie Williamson were listed in the 1880, 1900, 1910 and 1920 Censuses of Dodge County, GA. In 1930 Mattie was listed in Eastman Township, Dodge County, GA. They had no children. A. G. Williamson moved to Dodge County, GA, in 1873. He first worked as a "woods rider" for Coleman and Sessions Naval Stores. He developed a keen sense of the value of land and accumulated over 8,000 acres of farm and wood land. He held large interests in naval stores, warehousing, ginning, city property, governmenn bonds and banking. The Orphans Cemetery, on the National Registry of Historic Places, is a landmark to his prominence in the area.
53. Harris and Rebecca Coleman were listed in the 1850, 1860 and 1870 Censuses of Columbus County. Rebecca was listed in the 1880 Census of Columbus County.
54. Isham and Rebecca Williamson were listed in the 1850 and 1860 Censuses of Columbus County. Rebecca was listed in the 1880 Census of Columbus County. In 1900 she was listed with her son, Andy.
55. Jonathan and Margaret Gore were listed in the 1850, 1860, 1870, 1880 and 1900 Censuses of Columbus County (Bug Hill Township).
56. K.A. Williamson was listed in the 1860 Census of Columbus County, age 41, living alone. In 1870 Agrippaa and Rhoda Williamson were listed in Tatum's Townshp. In 1880 King A. and Rhoda J. Williamson were listed in Tatums Township.
57. In the 1920 Census Ashley Williamson was listed in the County Home: white, male single, age 69. His death certificate (Book from 1913 - 1925: died in the County Home, "pauper, deaf and dum, 75 years old".
58. William and Elmina Nance were listed in the 1860, 1870 and 1880 Censuses of Columbus County. In 1900 William was listed with his son, Marshall H. Nance.
59. Haywood and P. Williamson were listed in the 1860 Census of Columbus County. They were not found in 1870. In 1880 Prudence Williamson was listed in Tatum's Township.
60. John O. Williamson was listed in the 1880 Census of Columbus County. Marriage date: Index to Marriages L to Z from 1850 Columbus County, Register of Deeds Office, Whiteville. John O. Williamson enlisted in the CSA, Sergeant, Co K, 20th Infantry, April 24, 1861 in Columbus County, age 25. He was elected full Lieutenant 1st Class, June 18, 1861. He resigned March 12, 1862.
61. F. A./Francis A. and Mary J. Flowers were listed in the 1850, 1860 and 1870 Censuses of Columbus County.
62. Daniel and Rose Brown were listed in the 1850, 1860, 1870, 1880 and 1900 Censuses of Columbus County.
63. Arren and Nancy Kallahan were listed in the 1880 Census of Screven County, GA. Arren and Nancy Callahan were listed in the 1900 Census of Bullock County, GA. In 1910 and 1920 they were listed in Savannah, Chatham County, GA. Some data for this family were received from Patsy Callahan Leger, March 21, 2007.
64. Goolsbury and Eliza Flowers were listed in the 1860, 1870, 1880 and 1900 Censuses of Pike County, AL. Goolsbury B. Flowers enlisted in the CSA August 8, 1862, Co K., 25th Alabama Infantry, Chattanooga, TN (Richard Woodville, GNERLL@connect.com).
65. James and Alcey Whittington were listed in the 1850 and 1860 Censuses of Pike County, AL. In 1870 Alcy Whittington was listed in Pike County, AL.
66. Richard and Martha Flowers were listed in the 1860 Censuses of Angelina county, TX. He was listed in the 1870 and 1880 Censuses of Angelina County, TX.
66a. John and Viney/Vinie/Edie Ann Crain were listed in the 1860, 1870 and 1880 Censuses of Angelina County, TX.
67. Lott and Elizabeth Flowers were listed in the 1860 Census of Pike County, AL. Lot/Lott was listed in the 1870 and 1900 Censuses of Pike county, AL. (He was not found in 1880.)
68. William and Nancy Flowers were listed in the 1860, 1870 and 1880 Censuses of Pike County, AL. Nancy was listed in the 1900 and 1910 Censuses of Pike County, AL.
69. Daniel and Kesiah/Keziah Horne were listed in the 1870 and 1880 censuses of Washington County, FL.
70. A. F./Alfred F./Alexander and Nancy Flowers were listed in the 1860, 1870, 1880 and 1900 Censuses of Pike county, AL. In 1910 Nancy Flowers was listed in Coffee County, AL.
71. John Calvin and Tempy Flowers were listed in the 1850, 1860 and 1870 Censuses of Pike County, AL. In 1880 Tempie Flowers was listed in Pike County, AL
72. Angus and Lutitia McLeod were listed in the 1860 Census of Pike County, AL.
73. John Parriah says that Ignatious Flowers "died young".
74. William Willis flowers served in the CSA, Co K, 37th Alabama. He was killed in the Battle of Atlanta.
75. Jas. M. and H. Elizabeth Fleming were listed in the 1880 Census of Pike County, AL.
76. Silas and Mary C. Flowers were listed in the 1870 Census of Pike County, in the Household of Moses Maughon. Mary C. Flowers was listed in the 1880 Census of Pike County. In 1920 she was listed in Pike County, in the Household of William J. Waters.
77. Ira A. and Mary Tatom were listed in the 1860 Censnus of Pike County, AL. He was a wheelwright.
78. Andrew J./A. J. and Nancy/N. M. Black were listed in the 1860, 1870 and 1880 Censuses of Pike County, AL.
79. Simeon and Marilda Bowden were listed in the 1860 Census of Pike County, AL. He was a Civil War casualty.
80. E. L./Lamb and Teresa/Tracey Bowden were listed in the 1860 and 1870 Censuses of Pike County, AL.
81. E. Moore and Amanda E. Tatom were listed in the 1860 Census of Pike County, Al. He was a Civil War casualty.
82. Richard P. and Camilla P. Tatom were listed in the 1880 Census of Pike County, AL.
83. Alpha and Annie Tatom were listed in the 1900 Census Pike County, AL. Alpha Tatum served in the CSA, Alabama 15th Infantry, until January 6, 1862, when he was discharged because his feet "almost" froze. He reenlisted August 5, 1962, Co B, 53rd Alabama Calvary. He was discharged near Augusta, Ga, April/May 1865.
84. John W. and Lucretia Dennis were listed in the 1880 and 1900 Censuses of Pike County, AL. In 1910 Lucretia C. Dennis was lised in the household of her daugher, Daisy and T. V. Copley, in Montgomery, AL.
85. Joshua and Julia Williamson were lised in the 1860, 1870 and 1880 Censuses of Columbus County. He was listed in the 1900 Census, age 73, living alone.
86. J. P. and Alis Walters were listed in the 1880 Census of Sterling Mills Township, Robeson County, NC.
87. Owen and Bethana Brown were listed in the 1860 Census of Columbus County. Bethany Brown was listed in the 1880 Census of Columbus County. Owen Holmes Brown enlisted in the CSA March 1, 1862, Private, Co K, 20th Infantry, NC Troops. He was killed May 3, 1863 at Chancellorsville, VA.
88. John C. and Delight Brown were listed in the 1880 Census of Columbus County. Delight Brown was listed in the 1900, 1910 and 1920 Censuses of Columbus County. John Council Brown enlisted in the CSA April 24, 1861, age 25, Co K, 20th Infantry, NC Troops.
89. A. M. and Elizabeth Baker were listed in the 1860 Census of Lumberton, Robeson County. Archibald M. and Elizabeth P. Baker were listed in the 1880 Census of Howellsville Township, Robeson County. Archibald Baker enlisted in the CSA July 16, 1862, Private, age 30, Co E, 2nd Light Artillery, NC Troops. He transferred to Co G, 51st NC Troops, May 9, 1863.
90. Daniel and Martha Brown were listed in the 1880 and 1900 Censuses of Western Prong Township, Columbus County. Daniel Pierce Brown enlisted in the CSA April 24, 1861, age 22, Private, Co K, 20th Infantry, NC Troops. He was capured July 1, 1863 at Gettysburg, PA, confined July 5, 1863 at Fort Delaware. July 15, 1863 he was confined at Point Lookout, MD. February 20, 1865 he arrived at Boulware's Wharf, VA for exchange. February 28, 1865 he was present at Fort Lee, VA.
91. Joseph Wynn Brown enlisted inthe CSA May 16, 1862, age 21, Private, Co E, 2nd Light Arillery, NC Troops. He was promoted to Full Corporal August 31, 1862, but was reduced in rank to Full Private in 1863. He was detailed December 31, 1863 as Boatman, Smithville, NC. He was listed AWOL December 30, 1864.
92. William W. and Lenora Brown were listed in the 1860, 1870, 1880 and 1900 Censuses of Columbus County. William Wyatt Brown enlisted in the CSA March 1, 1862, Private, age 20, Co E, 2nd Light Artillery, NC Troops. He was promoted to Full Corporal March 15, 1862 and to Full Sergeant August 12, 1862. He was captured at Fort Fisher January 15, 1965 and confined at the Federal Military Prison at Elmira, NY. He was paroled March 2, 1965 for exchange, hospitalized in Richmond, VA March 7, 1865 and furloughed March 9, 1865.
93. Henry and Elender Brown were listed in the 1880, 1900 and 1910 Censuses of Columbus County. Henry M. Brown enlisted in the CSA August 19, 1862, age 18, Private, Co E, 2nd Light Artillery, NC Troops. He was captured at Fort Fisher January 15, 1865 and confined at the Federal Military Prison, Elmira, NY. He took an oath of allegiance and was released July 1, 1965.
94. I. J. and E. A. Brown were listed in the 1880 Census of Lake Township, Williamsburg County, SC. In 1900 Amorett Brown was listed with her brother-in-law, William W. Brown, in Tatums Township, Columbus County. Isham Brown owned a turpentine plantation in Ware County, GA. One night he was called from his home in Waycross to the plantation "where there was trouble". He was killed in the dispute. (Georgia Black Book, vol 1, page 362; Valdosta Times, Saturday May 27, 1893; Waycross Herald, May 20 and May 27, 1893). The family remained in Waycross for a while but moved back to Columbus County.
95. Alice Carter told me that Killes and Malinda were not buried in the same Phillips Cemetery.
96. David Formyduval Williamson was in the 2nd Regiment, NC Troops at Fort Fisher. After the War he moved to the panhandle of Florida. (From William Jones "Bill" Williamson, January 16, 2002.)
97. Lenox (sic) Williamson enlisted in the CSA, Private, age, Co C, 20th Infantry Regiment,NC Troops, April 23, 1961. He deserted September 1, 1862. Was his name Lennon?
98. O. H. and Matrid Williamson were listed in the 1880 Census of High Hill Township, Darlington County, SC. He followed his brother, David, to Florida. Obediah H. Willliamson enlisted in the CSA February 19, 1862, Lieutenant 1st Class, Co E, 2nd Artillery Regiment, NC Troops, 36th NC. He was captured at Bentonville, NC March 19, 1865, confined at Johnson's Island, OH and released June 17, 1865.
99. C. C. and Frances Griffin moved to Texas after 1874. Frances died there in about 1879 and C. C . returned to Colubus County. He was livng with his sister in the 1880 Census of Columbus County. He married Henrietta Lawson about 1881. They were listed in the 1900 and 1910 Censuses of Columbus County.
100. Wright and Zelphia Williamson were listed in the 1860, 1870 and 1880 Censuses of Columbus County. Marriage date from "Index to Marriages L to Z, Columbus County", Register of Deeds Office, Whiteville. Wright Williamson enlisted in the CSA February 9, 1863, in Columbus County, age 38, Co E, 2nd NC Artillery, NC Troops. He was hospitalized in Wilmiingon December 21, 1864 - "intermittent ever". He returned December 26, 1864. End of record for Wright Williamson.
101. Joseph and R. Williamson were listed in the 1860 Census of Columbus County. Joseph Wilbur Williamson enlisted in the CSA July 16, 1862 in Columbus County, age 34, Co E, 2nd Light Artillery, NC Troops. He was captured January 15, 1865 when Fort Fisher fell. He was confined Janaury 17, 1865 in the Military Prison at Elmira, NY and died there June 21, 1865. He was buried in Woodlawn National Cemetery, Elmira NY, grave #2813.
102. Daniel and Rhoda Williamson were listed in the 1860 Census of Columbus County. Daniel S. Williamson enlisted in the CSA May 8, 1862 in Brunswick County, NC, Private, age 30. He was captured January 15, 1865 when Fort Fisher fell to Union Forces and confined in the Federal Military Prison at Elmira, NY, where he died March 14, 1865. Cause of death was chronic diarrhea. He was buried in the Woodlawn National Cemetery, grave site #1674. The name on his stone has E. S. Williamson, but all others details agree that this is his site.
103. G. W./George/George P. and Adeline McKolsky/McColskey were listed in the 1860, 1870 and 1880 Censuses of Columbus County. In 1900 Adeline was listed with her son, James A. McColskey. His LW&T was dated February 12, 1886
104. Haywood and P. Williamson were listed in the 1860 Census of Columbus County. They were not found in the 1870 Census. In 1880 Prudence was listed in Tatum's Township, Columbus County with six children. Richard Haywood Williamson enlisted in the CSA June 18, 1864, at Chaffin's Farm. VA, "for the war", Private, Co H, 18th Regiment, NC Troops. He suffered a gunshot wound to the right arm and was hospitalized at Richmond March 27, 1865. He was captured by Union forces April 3, 1965 and transferred to the Federal Provost Marshall April 14, 1865.
105. William and Dorothy Griffin were listed in the 1870 and 1880 Censuses of Columbus County. In 1900 he was listed in Tatums Township but the entry is unreadable.
106. E. and Martha Shepherd were listed in the 1870 Census of Columbus County. In 1880 she and four children were listed with her parents in Columbus County. She was listed the 1900, 1910 and 1920 Censuses of Columbus County.
107. Harvey and Mary Williamson were listed in the 1870, 1880 and 1900 Censuses of Columbus County. In 1910 he was listed in Columbus County.
108. N. L. H./Nathan and Raymatha/Ramatha were listed in the 1870 and 1880 Censuses of Columbus County. In 1900 Nathan L. H. and Viola Williamson were listed in Chadbourn Township, Columbus County. Nathan Lewis Henry (sic) Williamson enlisted in the CSA, Private, Co C, 20th Infantry, NC Troops, September 8, 1861, age 18. He was wounded June 27, 1862 at Gaines Mill, VA. He was captured July 1, 1863 at Gettysburg, confined at Fort Delaware, MD, then transferred to Point Lookout, MD, October 15, 1863. He was paroled February 18, 1865 at Point Lookout and transferred to Boulware's Wharf, VA for exchange.
109. English and Henrietta Williamson were listed in the 1880, 1900 and 1910 Censuses of Columbus County. In the 1920 and 1930 Censuses Henrietta Williamson was listed in Cerro Gordo Township, Columbus County. Her obit: News Reporter, June 24, 1948.
110. See footnote #93.
111. Elias V./Vermiel and Mary J. Shepherd were listed in the 1880 and 1900 Censuses of Columbus County. Joanna was listed in the 1910 Census of Columbus County. In 1920 she was listed in Lumberton, Robeson County with William and Artie Bullard.
112. Emery L. and Absilla Williamson were listed in the 1880 Census of Columbus County. Emory and Gatsy/Gatsey were listed in the 1900 and 1910 Census of Columbus County. In 1920 they were listed with Kinchin Williamson.
113. James/James B. and Catherine M. Nance were listed iin the 1900 and 1910 Censuses of Columbus County. Buckham/James B. Nance was listed in the 1920 and 1930 Censuses of Columbus County.
114. See Footnote #85.
115. See Footnoes #101 and #108.
116. See Footnote #87.
117. Nathan L., Jr., and Prudence A. Williamson were listed in the 1880 Census of Columbus County. In 1900 Nathan L. and Emma Williamson were listed, married 0 years.
118. Alonzo L. and Candass/Candace A. Williamson were listed in the 1880, 1900 and 1910 Censuses of Columbus County. Kandes Williamson was listed in the 1920 Census of Columbus County. In the 1850 Census he was listed as Alonzo Pittman. In 1860 he was Alonzo Williamson. Alonzo L. Williamson enlisted in the CSA, age 22, Private, Co K, 20th Infantry, NC Troops, April 24, 1861 in Columbus County. He was wounded June 27, 1862 at Gaines Mill, VA. He was wounded and captured July 1, 1863 at Gettysburg, PA and confined a Fort Delaware, MD. He took an oath of allegiance and was released June 19, 1865 at Fort Delaware.
119. D./A. D./Alven and Elmina/Mina Williamson were listed in the 1870, 1880, 1900 and 1910 Censuses of Columbus County. Alvin D. Williamson enlisted in the CSA Co E, 2nd Light Artillery, NC Troops, in Brunswick County, NC. He was captured January 15, 1865 when Fort Fisher fell to Union Forces and was confined at Point Lookout, MD. He took an oath of allegiance and was released May 14, 1865.
120. Robert and Zelphia Surles were listed in the 1870 and 1880 Censuses of Sterling Mll Township, Robeson County.
121. Hosea and Mary Williamson were listed in the 1880 and 1900 Censuses of Columbus County. Hosea was listed in the 1910 and 1920 Censuses of Columbus County. Hosea W. Williamson enlisted in the CSA, Private, Co E, 2nd Light Artillery, NC Troops, in Columbus County, March 1, 1862, age 20. He was captured at Fort Fisher January, 1865 and confined in the Federal Prison at Elmira, NY. He took an oath of allegiance and was released July 11, 1865.
122. Elias and Lucy Williamson were listed in the 1880 and 1900 Censuses of Columbus County. Elias and May Williamson were listed in the 1910 and 1920 Censuses of Columbus County.
123. Martin Williamson, single, was listed in the 1870 Census of Columbus County. Martin D. Williamson was listed in the 1880 Census of Pierce County, GA, single, manufactorer of naval stores. Martin and Susan were listed in the 1900, 1910, 1920 and 1930 Censuses of Pierce County, GA.
124.John and Catherine Williamson were listed in the 1900 Census of Columbus County.
125. Some information about this family came from Nance, 1998 and Yates, 1997.
126. Colon and Emma Williamson were listed in the 1900, 1910 and 1920 Censuses of Columbus County.
127. Lott C. and Lucinda Coleman were listed in the 1860, 1870 and 1880 Censuses of Columbus County. Lot Coleman enlisted in the CSA May 15, 1862, in New Hanover County, NC, age 28, Co G, 51st Infantry, NC Troops. He transferred to Co E, 36th Infantry May 9, 1863.
128. H. D. and Sarah Williamson were listed in the 1870 and 1880 Censuses of Columbus County. In 1900 they were listed in Florence, SC. Hezekiah D. Williamson enlisted in the CSA February 12, 1862 , age 21, 2nd Lieuenant. He was appointed 1st Lieutenant September 13, 1862. He was present and accounted for through August 1864. He was captured January 15, 1865 at Fort Fisher and confined at Fort Columbus, NY Harbour, until paroled and exchanged at Boulware's Wharf, James River, VA March 5, 1865.
129. Doctor R. and Harriett Williamson were listed in the 1880 Census of Columbus County. In the 1900 Census Dock R. Williamson was listed in Fair Bluff Township, with four of his children. In 1910 he was living alone, age 59, in Cerro Gordo Precinct. In 1920 Doctor and Willie Williamson were listed in Fair Bluff Township, Columbus County
130. Samuel and Elender Strickland were listed in the 1870 Census of Fair Bluff Township, Columbus County. In the 1880 , 1900 and 1910 Censuses John/John T. and Elender W./Elender Buffkin were listed in Fair Bluff Township. Samuel Stricklin (sic) enlisted in the CSA June 23, 1861, at Fort Caswell, NC, Private, age 26, Co C, 20th Infantry Regiment, NC Troops. He was promoted to Full Sergeant April 6, 1862. He was wounded at Chancellorsville, VA May 2, 1863. He was AWOL July 1, 1864, reduced to Full Private October 31, 1864 and AWOL December 31, 1864.
131. Nathan/Nathan Q. and Mary /Mary E. Williamson were listed in the 1880, 1900, 1910 amd 1920 Censuses of Columbus County. Mary E. Williamson was listed in 1930 in the 1930 Census of Columbus County.
132. Hybert and Hester Williamson were listed in the 1880 Census of Pierce County, GA. He was "turpentining". Hybert and Iva Williamson were listed in the 1900 Census of Leon County, FL. Again, he was "turrpentining". Hybert left Columbus County with Albert Genavie Williamson in 1872. They would have been 19 and 18 years old, respectively. A. G. stopped in Eastman, Dodge County, GA. Hybert went on to Pierce County. Hybert was elected Sheriff of Pierce County, GA in 1885 and again in 1887.
133. John J. and Emma J. Buffkin were listed in the 1880 Census of Fair Bluff Township, Columbus County.
134. Ferd C. and Allie C. Williamson were listed in Ivan Precinct, Wakullah County, FL. He was a "turpentine operator". In the 1910 and 1920 Censuses they were listed in Leon County (Woodville), FL. He was a "merchant, grocery".
135. Colon and Fannie Williamson were listed in the 1900 and 1910 Censuses of Columbus County. In 1920 Fanny Williamson was listed in Bolton Township, Columbus County. In 1930 she was listed with her daughter, Carzetta Davis, in Bolton. Colon's obit: News Reporter, August 8, 1935.
136. Luke I. Yates was listed in the 1860, 1870 and 1880 Censuses of Columbus County. Julia A. Yates was listed in the 1900 and 1910 Censuses of Columbus County.
137. M. D./Marvin/Marvin D. and Margaret E. Godwin were listed in the 1860, 1870 and 1880 Censuses of Columbus County.
137a. Frank U./Uriah F. and Sarah Boswell were listed in the 1870, 1880 and 1900 Censuses of Columbus County
138. Thos/Thomas R. and Martha/Martha Jane Bass were listed in the 1880, 1900 and 1910 Censuses of Columbus County. In 1920 Thomas R. Bass was listed with his grandson, Edgar Buffkin in Whiteville.
139. Bradley and Ellen Yates were listed in the 1880 Census of Columbus County. Their children were listed with their Aunt, Mary Yates, in the 1900 Census of Columbus County.
140. Willis K. and Lula E. Williamson were listed in the 1900 Census of Screven County, GA. Willis K. Williamson enlisted in the CSA October 3, 1861, Co C, 20th Regiment, NC Troops. He was promoted to Full Sergeant First Class April 26, 1862. He was wounded Janaury 27, 1862 at Gaines Mill, VA. He returned to duty January 31, 1862. He was wounded May 3, 1862 at Chancellorsville, VA and returned to duty June 23, 1862. He was wounded July 1, 1863 at Gettsburg, PA. He was detailed March 31, 1864 to Quartermaster Department at Wilmington, NC.
141. M. Q. and Penelope Coleman were listed in the 1880 Census of Columbus County. Penelope Coleman was listed in the 1900 Census of Whiteville Township. In 1910 she was listed with James Colon Willamson in Florence, SC.
142. John I. and Lucy Williamson were listed in the 1870 Census of Columbus County. They were not found in 188o. John Isom and Lucy Williamson were listed in the 1900 Census of Whiteville, Columbus County.
143. Marshall and Susan Williamson were listed in the 1900, 1910 and 1920 Censuses of Columbus County. Susan was listed in Cerro Gordo in the 1930 Census. His obit: News Reporter, July 12, 1928. Her obit: News Reporer, December 17, 1931.
144. See Footnote #121.
145. Gaston/Marion and Synthelia Williamson were listed in the 1870, 1880, 1900 and 1910 Censuses of Columbus County. In the 1920 and 1930 Censuses she was listed with her son, Jetter, in Columbus County.
146. See Footnote #129.
147. Milton and Iredale Williamson were listed in the 1880 Census of Columbus County. They were listed in the 1900 and 1910 Censuses of Dodge County, GA. They were not found in 1920. In 1930 they were listed with their son, Isam, in Dodge County, GA.
148. Richard G. and Mary A. Williamson were listed in the 1900 Census of Dodge County, GA. He was listed in the 1910, 1920 and 1930 Censuses of Dodge County, GA.
149. Johnston L. and Cora Williamson were listed in the 1900, 1910 and 1920 Censuses of Columbus County. In 1930 he was listed with his daughter, Eva Gray Twonsend, in Columbus County.
150. Doctor F. and Cora S. Williamson were listed in the 1900 Census of Dodge County, GA. Cora Williamson was listed with her daughter, Sallie Stuckey, in Dodge County, GA. Sallie's sons, Williamson Sylvester Williamson and Felix Jay Stuckey, were the developers of "Stuckey's Pecan Logs".
151. See Footnote 127.
152. James and Mariah Coleman were listed in the 1860, 1870 and 1880 Censuses of Columbus County. James A. Coleman enlisted in the CSA February 19, 1862, age 24, Private, Co E, 2nd Light Artillery, NC Troops. He was promoted to Full Sergeant March 15, 1862 and was discharged August 31, 1862.
153. See Footnote #141.
154. Warren and Mary Coleman were listed in the 1870 and the 1880 Censuses of Columbus County. Mary Coleman was listed in the 1900 Census of Columbus County. Warren J. Coleman enlisted in the CSA August 19, 1863, age 18, Private, Co E, 2nd Light Artillery, NC Troops. He was detailed August 29, 1883 at Smithville, NC as a courier at headquarters. He was listed AWOL October 30, 1864.
155. See Footote 119.
156. See footnote 118.
157. Daniel and Lucy Williamson were listed in the 1900 and 1910 Censuses of Columbus County. Daniel was listed in the 1920 Cecnsus of Columbus County. In 1930 he was listed with his granddaughter, Clyde Coleman.
158. Ashley (age 22) and Susan (age 19) Benton were listed in the 1870 Census of Kenansville, Duplin County, NC. Ashley M. and Princess A. Benton were listed in the 1880, 1900 and 1910 Censuses of Columbus County. Annie Benton was listed in the 1920 Census of Columbus County. In 1930 Annie Benton was listed with her daughter, Ethel D. Turner, in Columbus County.
159. Chester and Hannah Edmund were listed in the 1900, 1910 and 1920 Censuses of Columbus County. He was listed in the 1930 Census of Columbus County.
160. Andy and Dollie L. Williamson were listed in the 1900 Census of Columbus County. Morgan and Dollie were listed in the 1910 and1920 Censuses of Columbus County. In 1930 Dollie Williamson was listed in Columbus County. His obit: News Reporter, January 22, 1925.
161. Matthew and Adeline Ward were listed in the 1870 Census of Whiteville, Columbus County. They were listed in the 1900 Census of Little River, Horry County, SC.
162. John N. H. Gore died after being hit accidently by a boat oar (Frank Ward, Hallsboro).
163. James K. and Mary E. Gore were listed in the 1880, 1900 and 1910 Censuses of Bug Hill Township, Columbus County. James and Katy Gore were listed in Bug Hill in the 1920 Census.
164. Burrell and Rebecca A. R. Gore were listed in the 1880 Census of Bug Hill Township, Columbus County.
165. Joseph and Armenta Gore were listed in the 1900, 1910 and 1920 Censuses of Bug Hill Township, Columbus County. In 1930 she was listed with her son, W. Jonathon Gore.
166. William and Mary Stanley were listed in the 1900, 1920 and 1930 Censuses of Bug Hill Township, Columbus County.
167. Eleanor and Luler Williamson were listed in the 1900 census of Tatum's Township, with Rhoda J. Williamson. Who were they?
168. See Footnote #109.
169. William and Mattie Nance were listed in the 1900, 1910 and 1920 Censuses of Columbus County.
170. Lot and Effie Williamson were listed in the 1910 and 1920 Censuses of Columbus County. Lott was listed in 1930.
171. Doctor F. and Wincie M. Williamson were listed in the 1900, 1920 and 1920 Censuses of Columbus County. She was listed in 1930 with her son, John D. Williamson.
172. William and Lilly Williamson were listed in the 1900, 1910, 1920 and 1930 Censuses of Columbus County. His obit: News Reporter, December 14, 1950.
173. Robert V. Williamson was listed in the 1900, 1910, 1920 and 1930 Censuses of Columbus County.
174. William Vance Williamson was an identical twin of Robert Vance Williamson. William moved to Florida soon after the 1900 Census was recorded. In his mother's obit, dated 1935, he was said to living in Lakeland, FL.
175. Kendry and Tellie Williamson were listed in the 1900, 1910, 1920 and 1930 Censuses of Columbus County.
176. John H. and Jessie F./Fannie Williamson were listed in the 1900, 1910 and 1920 Censuses of Columbus County. In 1930 Jessie was listed with her son, Jesse Owen Williamson. His obit: News Reporter, January 29, 1925.
177. Levi and Catherine Stephens were listed in the 1860, 1870, 1880 and 1900 Censuses of Columbus County.
178. See Footnote #99.
179. Crandle and Annie Brown were listed in the 1900 Census of Welches Creek, Columbus County.
180. Asa and Lelia High were listed in the 1900 Census of Welches Creek Township, Columbus County. Asa and Liela High were listed in 1910 Census of Durham County. Asa and Leila High were listed in the 1920 Census of New Hanover County. Asa High was listed in the 1930 Census of New Hanover County.
181. James and Susan High were listed in the 1900, 1910 and 1920 Censuses of Welches Creek Township, Columbus County. In 1930 Susan High was listed with her daughter, Pearl in Welches Creek Township.
182. Wesley and Katherine Baldwin were listed in the 1900, 1910 and 1920 Censuses of Welches Creek Township, Columbus County.
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