Descendants of Jacob Swisher
Generation No. 1
1. JACOB2 SWISHER (HENRY1) was born Abt. 1779, and died 22 May 1827 in Salisbury, North Carolina.
He married ELIZ. RUTHENSUL 14 June 1790 in Salisbury, North Carolina.
Notes for JACOB SWISHER:
1800 Census Rowan County,North Carolina pg.290
1 male under 10 ( believe this is son Michael )
1 male 10/16
1 male 26/45 ( believe this is Jacob )
2 females under 10 ( believe to be dau. Catherine and Mary )
1 female 10/16
1 female 26/45 ( believe to be wife Elizabeth )
1810 Census Rowan County,North Carolina pg.317
1 male under 10 ( believe this is son Jonas )
2 males 10/16 ( believe son Michael )
1 male 16/26
1 male 45 up ( believe this is Jacob )
2 females 10/16 ( believe to be dau. Catherine and Mary )
1 female 45 up ( believe to be wife Elizabeth )
1820 Census Rowan County,North Carolina pg.262
1 male 16/20 ( believe this is son Jonas )
1 male 16/26 ( believe this is son Micheal )
1 male 45 up ( believe to be Jacob )
1 female 10/16
1 female 45 up ( believe to be wife Elizabeth )
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Rowan County Tax List 1802-1849 Reel #085-70003
Page 2. Acres Wh. Blk. pole tax
1792 Capt. Young Co. Jacob Swisher
1796 Capt. Young Co. Jacob Swicher 105 1
1802 Capt. Woodson Co. Jacob Swisher 105 1
1803 Capt. Horah Co. Jacob Swisher 105 1
1804 Capt. Clairys Co. Swisher 105 1
Pages were to light could not read from 1804---1809
1809 Capt. ? Jacob Swisher 79 1/2
1810 Capt. Swink Jacob Swisher 79 1/2
811 Capt. Swink Jacob Swisher 97 1/2
1812 Capt. Jacobs Jacob Swisher 79 1/2
1813 Capt. Kriders no Swisher's page faded
814 Capt. Craige Jacob Swisher 97 1/2
1815 Capt. Craige Jacob Swisher 79 1/2 $159
1814---1841 nothing,film stop at 1814 than jumped to 1841
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From the McCubbins Collection at Salisbury Library;Salisbury N.C.
Book 26 page 772; July 6 1820. Esq John Beard as sheriff of the county lets Frederick Mowery
have (on an execution against Phillip Shaver,JACOB SWISHER,& John Trexler for $375.44 recovered
by The State Bank of the securities Philip Shaver ) 78 acres on Grants Creek and Deals Creek next William
Pinkston,John Swink,Martin Beefle,Richard Trotter,Thomas Pinkston,William Pinkston Lewis,and
Abraham Jacobs. ( Abraham Jacobs let Daniel Jacobs have,he let JACOB SWISHER have it.)
Book 27 page 92; Oct 26,1821, Esq. Samuel Jones (as High- sheriff on an execution vs JACOB SWISHER
and John Rudisil for $160.61 recovered by Robert Elliott and sold Oct.26 1821) lets Robert elliott of
Rowan County,N.C. have 106 acres next James Kincaid,Thomas Gheen,John Howard and John Rudicil
(it being the property of the last named ), foe $100.00, witnessed and proved by John Beard Sr. in March 1822
Book 26 page 750 Nov.19,1821 Esq. John Beard--------(can't read)------- let John Coughenour,
(both of Rowan Co.N.C.) have 105 acres on the waters of Grants Creek------- (can't read ) ---- for
$357.40 and costs. This is what Daniel Jacobs got of Jacob Swisher.
Book 26 page 750; Nov. 19,1821, Esq.John Beard as high- sheriff of the county,lets John Coughanour
( both of Rowan ) ax an venditioni expenas , against Daniel Jacobs recovered by Adam Smoot as the executor
of deceased Christian Coughanour for $357.00, have 105 acres next the estate of Christian Jacobs, for----?
witnessed by E. Allemong and acknowledged in Nov. 1821. ( This is the land which Daniel Jacobs got of
JACOB SWISHER and is in Grants Creek.)
Book 27 page 746 or 792 ( numbered twice ) ; April 1,1823, Jacob and John Coughenour-- no wives sign - -
let MICHAEL SWISHER (all of Rowan Co.N.C.) have 78 acres on Grants Creek and Deals Creek next
JOHN SWISHER, John Coughenour, MICHAEL SWISHER- - - Pinkston, Martin Beefle, Richard Trotter,
Thomas Pinkston, Wm.Pinkston Lewis, Abraham Jacobs, for $100.00, witnessed by W.R.Smith ( for Jacob
Coughanour), Wilthers Shipp and B.L. Shipp and acknowledged in May 1824. (This is land which Abraham
Jacobs let Daniel Jacobs have,he let JACOB SWISHER have then sold by Sheriff to let Frederick Mowery Jr.
have it.)
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A Jacob Swisher married in North Carolina:
JACOB SWISHER (Ger) married Elisabeth Lowman, 11 April 1796
Bondsman: John Swisher (Ger)
Witness: Alexander Gray
Bond # 000060203
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1818--1828 Vol. 10 Reel #C085--30006
Minutes Court of Pleads and Quarter Sessions Rowan Co. North Carolina
page 290 A Tuesday 22 May 1827
Administration on the estate of Jacob Swisher dec'd granted to John Rudesill where upon he
gave bond with Thomas Ennis and Jesse Welton/Helton his securities in the penally of 200 lbs. and was qualified
and obtained letters of administration.
page 292 A Tuesday 22 May 1827
Ordered by the court that Henry S.Parker Esq., William Witt, Arch.Craige,and George Swink
act as commissars to lay off one years provision for the widow and family of Jacob Swisher.
page 314 A Monday 20 August 1827
An account of sales of the estate of Jacob Swisher dec'd filed.
James Craige 1 Small Wheel
Jesse Pinkston 1 Bell
Barbara Hess 1 Table
James Craige 2 Barrels
Michael Swisher 1 Pickling Tub
Lewis Jacobs 1 Hogshead
James M. Ford 1 Canteen
Widow 1 Pair of ----ales
Jesse Pinkston 1 Pair of guns ?
Michael Swisher 1 Cutting box and Knife
Barbara Hess 1 Wheel brasses wheel ?
Lewis Jacobs 2 Swingle ties and Scythe
James Craige 1 Shovel and reap hook
Lewis Jacobs 1 Box of sundries
Lewis Jacobs 1 Basket of sundries
Tobias Hess 1 Shovel
Jesse Pinkston 1 Ax
Jesse Pinkston 2 Pairs of chains
Widow 1 Seythe
James Craige 1 Sprouting hoe
Lewis Jacobs 1 Mattoes ?
Tobias Hess 1 Plow
Widow 1 Hoe
James Craige 1 Auges
Barbara Hess 1 Set of Knifes and Forks
James A. Ford 1 Home razor and case
James Craige 1 Large Book
Barbara Hess 1 Lot of Books and Basket
Lewis Jacobs 1 Bread tray
Michael Swisher 1 Large Chest
Michael Swisher 2 Boxes
Michael Swisher 1 Pair of Stilliards ?
Barbara Hess 1 Set of Bread James
Jonas Swisher 1 Oven
Barbara Hess 2 Chairs
James Craige 1 Large Killle ?
Barbara Hess 1 Cow
James Craige 2 Hundred 75 Bundles of Fatter at 55 per 100
Widow 2 Smoothing irons
Widow 2 Candle Sticks
Widow 1 Callender
Widow 1 Pair Tongues
Jonas Swisher 1 Bed
Adam Smith 1 Bottle Ink
Widow 1 Looking Glass
Adam Smith 1 Pair of Cards
Lewis Jacobs 1 Pair of Candle Mols
James Craige 1 Large Desk
Michael Swisher 1 Desk
Barbara Jacobs 1 Bed Stead
Mathias Swisher 1 Lot of old Irons
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Amt. of sale 26.27
John Ruidasil Adm.
Estate Records Box 138 CR89408.1
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While doing research on the Swishers I could not find Jacob Swisher or his son Micheal Swisher's grave and
some of the other related families.It is believe by me that the graves I can't account for are located on a
Mr.Shuping property,as in back of his house was a Cemetery.According to Mrs.Velma Shuping on
July 28,1980 when I talk to her.She recalled that Mr.Shuping father (could not remember the year ) telling
her and her husband that he let the pigs go in the cemetery and eat down the over growth,plus he removed all
the standing wood markers with names of those buried there.She recall as she was growing up being told that
some of the older Swisher's and their kin was lay to rest there.Some of the names she remembered and who
stone markers are still standing were A.Weant,Charles Weant,and a Macadon Josey.
The Shuping family that now lives on the property got the land from John Hoffman in 1935,he got the land
from Spencer Sumerson (not sure of spelling) who received the land from Theo.Fesperman .
There was a church on the property believe named Mt.Tabor Meth. in 1874.It is believe that a Mr. Ridenhour
has records of this old church..I was unable to locate and talk to him.
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Rowan County Court Records,Salisbury, North Carolina
Reel #C085-3006
Wednesday 18 th. Feb. 1818
John F.Phifer }
John Rudasill } # 27 Debts payment off
Jacob Swisher }
Daniel Jacob }
The same jury as in #23.That the amount of the bond is $100.00 that there -----
----(could not read) set off and -------(could not read ) the plaintiffs damage to $7.
Saturday May 26,1821
John Murphy }
Phillip Shaver } The defendant appeal and gave for security.Charles
Jacob Swisher } Fisher and S---(can not read) L. Ferrans
John Trexler }
Saturday Nov.24 th,1820
Stephen Cowan } In this case the defendant having given bond with
to } John H. Swink for his appearance at this term to
Jacob Swisher } take the benefit of the act for relief of Honest
John H. Swink } Debtors; and the defendant having failed to
appear on motion ordered that judgement be
incised against the defendant this security for the
sum of $10.00 to be discharged on the payment
of $5.40 with cost and interest
Reel # C085-3006
Saturday November 24,1820
John Kinder }
to } In this case the defendant having giving bond
Jacob Swisher } with John H. Swink for his appearance at this turn
to take the benefit of the act of assembly for relief
of Honest Debtors and the defendant failing to
appear on motion ordered that judgement be
interred against the defendant and his security
for the sum of $10 to be discharge on payment
of $3.40 and cost.
Notes for ELIZ. RUTHENSUL:
Marriage Bonds for a Jacob Swisher
Guilford County Bond #000060203 Jacob Swisher ( Ger.) to Elizabeth Lowman (Ger.) April.11,1796
John Swisher Bondsman
Alexander Gray Wit.
Rowan County in the Account book of Pastor Storch North Carolina Gen. Society Vol.II #2. page 98 - 99
Elis Ruthensul widow, married Jacob Schweitzer 14 June 1790
Children of JACOB SWISHER and ELIZ. RUTHENSUL are:
2. i. MARY3 SWISHER.
3. ii. CATHERINE SWISHER, b. 1797, Salisbury,Rowan Co. N.C.; d. 20 February 1853, Salisbury, North Carolina.
4. iii. MICHAEL SWISHER, b. Abt. 1799; d. May 1868, Rowan County, North Carolina.
5. iv. MATHAIS SWISHER, b. 02 December 1800, Rowan County, North Carolina; d. 26 August 1871,
Iredell County,North Carolina.
6. v. JONAS SWISHER, b. 1804.
Generation No. 2
2. MARY3 SWISHER (JACOB2, HENRY1). She married PHILLIP WHITMAN 17 January 1818 in Rowan County,
North Carolina.
Notes for PHILLIP WHITMAN:
1820 Census Rowan County North Carolina page 133
Whitman,Phillip 1 male 16/26 ( believe Phillip )
2 fem. 16/26
1 fem. 26/45 ( believe wife Mary )
1850 Census Rowan County,North Carolina School Dist. #17 27 Aug.
692/708 Whitman,John A. age 27 farmer 700
Sarah A. 33
Amanda C. 6
Elizabeth 3
Marice J. 5/12
Whitman,William D. age 13
Robison,James F. 10
Joseph A. 8
Marriage Notes for MARY SWISHER and PHILLIP WHITMAN:
McCubbins Collection,Salisbury N.C. Library #000130369
Mary Swisher to Phillip Whitman Jan.17,1818
Bondsman: Michael Swisher
Witness:Roberts Nanny
Children of MARY SWISHER and PHILLIP WHITMAN are:
i. FEMALE 16/26 18204 WHITMAN.
ii. FEMALE 16/26 1820 WHITMAN.
3. CATHERINE3 SWISHER (JACOB2, HENRY1) was born 1797 in Salisbury,Rowan Co. N.C., and
died 20 February 1853 in Salisbury, North Carolina. She married JOHN BEVINS 27 January 1816 in
Rowan County, North Carolina.
Notes for JOHN BEVINS:
1820 Census Rowan County North Carolina
page 31 Bevins,John 1 male 26/45 ( believe this is John )
2 females 0/10 ( belive to be Hetty & Elizabeth )
1 female ( believe to be wife Catherine )
John Bevins was not on the 1830 Census
Federal Court of Pleas and Quarters Reel #CO85-30006
Feb.17,1823 State vs John Bevis Abner Hall surrendered the defendant in
discharge of himself and he was committed to custody of the
sheriff.
Feb.18,1823 State vs John Bevins $50 for his appearance.James Craige and Michael Craige put up $25 each
1840 Census Rowan County North Carolina
page 11 Bevins,John 2 males 5/10 ( believe son Joseph )
1 male 40/50 ( believe John )
3 fem. 10/1 5 ( believe Hetty ,Susanna,Martha)
1 fem. 15/20 ( believe to be Rachel )
1 fem. 40/50 ( believe to be Catherine )
1850 Rowan County Census Salisbury North Carolina 20 Aug.
/409 Bevins,Catherine age 49 all N.C.
Rachel 25
Susanna 21
Martha A. 21
Joseph N. 16
Lentz,Polly 20
Tucker,Matilda 18
Swisher,Laura E. 9
Swisher,Julia C. 5
Marriage Notes for CATHERINE SWISHER and JOHN BEVINS:
Cathy Swisher to John Bevans Jan.27,1816 Bondsman: Philip Whitman, Witness: Jno Giles
Rowan County Marriage Bonds #000123018
Children of CATHERINE SWISHER and JOHN BEVINS are:
i.ELIZABETH4 BEVINS, b. Abt. 1819; d. 25 October 1839, Salisbury,North Carolina.
Notes for ELIZABETH BEVINS:
Western Carolinian Newspaper:
Elizabeth,daughter of John Bevins died in Salisbury Oct.25 1839 age 20
i i. RACHEL BEVINS, b. Abt. 1825.
Notes for RACHEL BEVINS:
1850 Census Rowan Co.North Carolina
/409 Bevins,Rachel age 25
1860 Davie Co,North Carolina page 147
1126/1126 Bevins,R. age 35 domestic servant ( listed with Burton Brown family )
1870 Census Rowan Co,North Carolina page 8
70/70 Bevins,Rachel age 45
1880 Census Rowan Co.North Carolina page 56
Ennis,J.H. age 50
S.A. 35
J.D. 14
Bevins,Rachel 55
iii. MARTHA A. BEVINS, b. Abt. 1829; m. JAMES A BANKS, 15 September 1858.
iv. SUSANNA BEVINS, b. Abt. 1829; m. D. A. PAINE, 22 November 1865, Salisbury ,Rowan Co. N.C..
7. v. JOSEPH NEWTON BEVINS, b. Abt. 1834, Rowan County, North Carolina; d. 30 January 1860, Davie Co.
North Carolina.
vi. JAMES BEVINS, b. Abt. 1835; m. ELIZABETH.
8. vii. HETTY CATHERINE BEVINS, d. Davie County,North Carolina.
4. MICHAEL3 SWISHER (JACOB2, HENRY1) was born Abt. 1799, and died May 1868 in Rowan County,
North Carolina. He married (1) POLLY PINKSTON 04 March 1824 in Salisbury, North Carolina, daughter
of WILLIAM PINKSTON and MARGARET (?). He married (2) SOPHIA AGNER 26 November 1851 in Salisbury,
North Carolina.
Notes for MICHAEL SWISHER:
Lewis Jacobs was appointed administrator of Michel Swisher estate,March 21,1868 the following property
of Michael's
NAMES ARTICLES SOLD
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W.M. Trott Lot of old irons .10
" " .10
Calvin Winders Helyard .10
Widow 2 Hoes .05
Jonas Swisher 2 axes .20
James A. Holt Lot Plows .25
George W. Swink Spinning Wheel .80
George M. Gheen Rake and jitters .22 1/2
Jonas Swisher Hkd ? .15
James A. Holt Irish potatoes .50
Jacob Crim Rifle gun 8.75
W.H.Trott Cutting box .05
Widow Gears .10
Wilm Sawyers Saddle .40
" Collar .25
W.H.Trott Fork .15
John Eagle Colt 60.00
Wiliam Sawiers Lorrel mair 20.00
W.H.Trott Loath cradle .10
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Whole Amt. $93.37
One note on F.F.Fraley $75 Dollars given by commissioner to the widow
Special Court Admt.
Lewis Jacob Admt.
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Reel #C085-30009 1858-1868
May Term of Court 1868 (James A. Holt on jury)
page.305 Lewis Jacobs special adm.of Michael Swisher deceased
files an account of his interdates estate.
It appearing to the court that Michael Swisher late of Rowan has died interstate and his widow having
relinquished her right to administer on motion,it is ordered by the court that Lewis Jacob be and he is hereby
appointed adm.of the said Michael Swisher deceased who gifts bond accordingly for the faithful performance
of his duties in the sum of $400 with Michael Shuping and James A. Holt as sureties is duty qualified and
receives letters of administration.
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Rowan County Court Minutes 1867 - 1868 Reel J.B. 666
January 2, 1868 page 251
Sophia Swisher #74 Appearance Docket
Ex Parte Petition for years provision
Upon the hearing of the petition of SOPHIA SWISHER widow of relic of MICHAEL SWISHER deceased it is
ordered at judge and decreed by the Court the Eli A. Propst a justice of the peace in and for the County of Rowan
and Tabet T.Trott , William H. Trott, and Thomas D. Fraley freeholders act as commissioners to view the estate
of the said MICHAEL SWISHER deceased and after being duty sworn to allot and set apart to his widow
SOPHIA SWISHER so much of the crop,stock and provision belonging thereto as maybe adequate to the support
of herself and family for one year and if there shall not be sufficiency on hand to afford such an allowance than
to assess the deficieing in money and report their proceeding under their hands and seals to the next term of
court.
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Information from the McCubbins Collection Salisbury Library,Rowan Co. N.C.
May 1824:Deed from Jacob & John Cohanour to Michael Swisher for 78 acres April 1,1823 is acknowledged.
Book 27 page 746 or 792 (numbered twice):April 1,1823,Jacob & John Coughenour--no wives sign--let
Micheal Swisher (all of Rowan Co.N.C.) have 78 acres on Grants Creek & Deals Creek next John Swisher,
John Coughenour,Micheal Swisher,----Pinkston,Martin Beefle,Richard Trotter,Thomas Pinkston,William
Pinkston Lewis,& Abraham Jacobs. for $100.00,Witnessed by W.R.Smith (Jacob Coughenour).Wiltheras
Shipp. B.L.Shipp & acknowledged in May 1824. (This is land which Abraham Jacobs let Daniel Jacobs have,
he let Jacob Swisher have then it was sold by the Sheriff to Jacob Swisher who let Federick Mowery Jr. have it)
Book 26 page 808: Jan.31,1822, Frederick Mowery Jr.--no wife signs--lets John Coughanour (both of
Rowan Co,N.C. ) have 78 acres on Grants Creek & Deal Creek next William Pinkston,John Swink,Martin
Beafle,Richard Trotter,Thomas Pinkston,William Pinkston Lewis,& Abraham Jacobs,for $75.37,witnessed by
William Brown & E. Allemong & proved by the latter in Feb.1822.(Abraham Jacobs let Daniel Jacobs have this,
he let Jacob Swisher have it & the sheriff sold it to Michael Swisher & it was deeded to said Mowery
Book 32 page 662 Sept 13,1832,Jacob Weant of Rowan Co.,N.C.---no wife--let David Weant of Mecklenberg
Co.N.C. have 78 acres on Grants Creek & Deals Creek next William Pinkston,John Swink,Martin Beafel---
now Richard Trotters---Thomas Pinkston,Lewis Jacobs & Ahram Jacobs,for 275.00,witnessed by Drew Smith &
W.Monroe & proved by the latter in Nov.1832.(Abraham Jacobs let Daniel Jacobs have this & he let Jacob
Swisher have it,the sheriff sold it to Michael Swisher who let Jacob Weant have it.
Book 73 page 90:Sept.14,1867, William Swisler & wife Leah Ellen let William T.Thomason(all of Rowan Co.
N.C.) have 24 1/2 acres next Richard Thomason,----Jacobs,the church lot & Ranson Jacobs: also 6 acres 3
roods & 10 poles (but excepting the saw & grist mills,stable & ice-house which are to be moved) for $350.00.
witnessed by D.A. Davis & S.H. Wiley & acknowledged on the same day. (This had been bought of John Beard
on Jan.5,1861).
Notes for POLLY PINKSTON:
Feb.16,1818 Thomas Craig guardian to Polly Pinkston orphan of William Pinkston,guardian; 1820,1822,1823,
and Feb.21,1824
On 1820 Census Rowan County,North Carolina
Thomas Craig 1 female 16/26 (believe this to be Polly Pinkston as Mr. Craig was appointed her
guardian )
Marriage Notes for MICHAEL SWISHER and POLLY PINKSTON:
It appears that a Michael Switzler married a Mary Howel 21 Aug.1817 a John Burk was Bondsman Rowan
County North Carolina. I don't know if this is the same Michael Swisher that married Polly Pinkston.
Michael Swisher to Polly Pinkston March 4, 1824 signed by David Coughenour. Witness H.Y. Giles
Bond # 000132108
Marriage Notes for MICHAEL SWISHER and SOPHIA AGNER:
Sophia Sawyers to Michael Swisher 26 Nov.1851 Bondsman Thomas D.Fraley
Witness J.S. Meyers married by J.Thompson J.P.
Rowan County Marriage Bonds # 08502421 or # 000129700 or # 000132109
Children of MICHAEL SWISHER and POLLY PINKSTON are:
i. MALE UNDER 5 1840 CENSUS4 SWISHER.
ii. ANN SELANNA F. SWISHER, b. 1825; m. WILEY KINCAID, 18 March 1845, Rowan County, North Carolina.
Notes for WILEY KINCAID:
McCubbin's Collection Salisbury Library,Rowan County,NC.
Book 37 page 386 June 3,1843
Samuel,Jesse,Wiley,Thomas,(another Thomas also) James I.,Andrew J.,William,Sarah W.,Lucenda,Archibald
and John Kincade,Alphus Howard,Chambers Winders,Rebecca Childers,Elizabeth Robinson,Sabret S.Trott and
James Jones let George H Gheem have 56 acres next John Hulin,Samuel Kincaid and George H Gheem for
$152.00,witnessed and proved by Samuel Elliott in Aug.1845 (This is their interest in the land of Mary and
Elizabeth Kincade in the estate of their deceased father,James Kincade.
Nov.1838:Administration on the estate of deceased James W.Kincade is granted to Adam C.Winders,who gave
bond of $200.00 with James Owens and qualified.
( I believe this is Wiley Kincaid's father.)
Marriage Notes for ANN SWISHER and WILEY KINCAID:
Ann Selana F. Swisher married Wiley Kincaid 18 March 1854
Witness: James Willson Bond #000126650
9. iii. MARY MAHALIA SWISHER, b. 14 March 1827, Salisbury,North Carolina; d. 26 September 1917.
10. iv. WILLIAM P. SWISHER, b. 1829, Salisbury,North Carolina; d. Bef. 1900.
11. v. MARGARET ELLEN SWISHER, b. December 1833, Salisbury, North Carolina; d. 22 July 1911, Salisbury,
North Carolina.
12. vi. REBECCA C. SWISHER, b. April 1838, Salisbury,North Carolina.
vii. THOMAS A. SWISHER, b. February 1840.
Notes for THOMAS A. SWISHER:
1900 Rowan Co.North Carolina Census Salisbury Township.
Swisher,Thomas A. age 60 Feb.1840 born in N.C. lives in County home.
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Very little is known about Thomas A. Swisher.It is believed he was not married.
1896 -1912 Salisbury Regt.Book has a Thomas Swisher age 47 Oct.18 1892 as Regt.
13. viii. LAURA E. SWISHER, b. 1841; d. 26 November 1912, Rowan County, North Carolina.
ix. JULIA C. SWISHER, b. August 1846; d. 25 December 1906, Salisbury,North Carolina;
m. (1) WILLIAM WASHINGTON WILLIAMS; m. (2) WILLIAM WASHINGTON WILLIAMS, 03 May 1896,
Rowan County, North Carolina.
Notes for JULIA C. SWISHER:
Julia Swisher Williams is buried Bethel Lut. Church Salisbury,N.C.
Notes for WILLIAM WASHINGTON WILLIAMS:
Information for this family was from the Bible Record of W.L.Williams brother to Mrs.Abernathy,
he lived in High Point,N.C.
From Salisbury,N.C. newspaper Jan.3.1947
W.W.WILLIAMS DIES AT HOME
William W. Williams died early this morning at his home in Franklin township.Born July 26,1859,he was
87 years old. Surviving are his widow,Mrs.Minnie Cress Pinkston Williams whom he married in 1909:one
daughter,Mrs.A.M. Wiseman of Burlington:one son, L.C. Williams of Rowan County,eight grandchildren and
17 great-grandchildren.He was the step-father of Ella Pinkston ,O.R. Pinkston ,Beulah Pinkston all of Salisbury.
Funeral services will be held Saturday at 3 p.m. at Bethel Lutheran Church,Franklin,conducted by the pastor,
Rev. G.H. L.Lingle.Burial will follow in the Bethel Luthern Church Cemetery.The body will remain at Peeler
Funeral home until in the morning when it is taken to the ??????(paper didn't copy)
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1860 Rowan County Census North Carolina
Williams,Milas 34 farmer 500 156 all N.C.
Elizabeth 40
WILLIAM W. 11 months
1870 Census New Hope Township Iredell Co. N.C. June 14
page 12 Williams, Washington 25 farmer
Caroline 27 wife
Walter 4 son
Propord,Thomas 20 works on farm
1900 Census Rowan County,Franklin Township North Carolina 13 June pg.2551
147/147 Williams,William W, age40 July 1859 owns farm all N.C.
Julia C. 53 Aug. 1846 no children
Heneretta M. 19 July 1880 single
Lonna C. 17 Sept. 1882 single
148/148 Coon,Henry B. 15 May 1885 nephew farm laborer
MRS. H. S. SHOAF ( sister-in-law of Lottie Williams ) 79, ROUTE 1
Mrs.Gillie Weant,79 died at 11:20 a.m. Saturday at her home, Rt. 1, Old Mocksville Road,Salisbury.
She had been in declining health for one year and seriously ill for three months.
Mrs. Shoaf was born in Rowan County March 7,1890,daughter of the late John M. and Mary Catherine
Kester Weant.She was educated in the Rowan County Schools, and was a life-long member of Mt. Tabor
United Methodist Church. Her husband Henry Scott Shoaf died July 1,1941.
Survivors include four sons,Fred,Russell,and R.H ,( Jim Shoaf,all of Salisbury,Rt.1, and Cecil Shoaf of
Carthage; three brothers, George Weant of High Point and Scott and E.R. Weant, of Rt. 1,Salisbury; three sisters,
Mrs. Lonnie Williams, Mrs.Lewis Tatum, both of Rt.1 and Mr. and Mrs. Kluttz, also of Salisbury; 13
grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at 4 p.m., Monday at Mt.Tabor Methodist Church, conducted by the Rev.
Norman Beck, pastor . Burial will be in Franklin Presbyterian Church cemetery.
The body will remain at Summersett Funeral Home until taken to the church 30 minutes prior to the services.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home tonight from 7 to 9 o'clock.
Marriage Notes for JULIA SWISHER and WILLIAM WILLIAMS:
Williams,William W. to Julia Swisher May 8,1890 Ann C.Patterson
Groom age___; son of Milas and Elizabeth Williams C.S. Fesperman
Bride age ___; daughter of Micheal Swisher. Rebecca Fesperman
Wedding May 11,1890 Rev. C.A. Rose officiating
14. x. CORNELIA SWISHER, b. December 1849, Salisbury,North Carolina; d. 17 January 1910, Salisbury,North Carolina.
Child of MICHAEL SWISHER and SOPHIA AGNER is:
15. xi. MICHAEL NEWTON4 SWISHER, b. August 1851; d. 24 June 1929, Rowan County, North Carolina.
5. MATHAIS3 SWISHER (JACOB2, HENRY1) was born 02 December 1800 in Rowan County, North Carolina, and
died 26 August 1871 in Iredell County,North Carolina. He married POLLY CLODFELTER 26 December 1822 in
Rowan County, North Carolina.
Notes for MATHAIS SWISHER:
Davie County,North Carolina Will and Deed Abstracts Wills 1836-1900
Deeds 1836-1850
pg.24
#II:10 MATTHIAS SWISHER, 24 Apr.1870. prb. 2 Sept.1870 Wife-Mary
Mary Swisher,Elizabeth Stroud,Jane Stroud,Calvin Swisher (tract adjoining David Stroud,Franklin
Mason,Mrs.Dovy Griffith. He mentions the tract where Franklin Rudicil now lives adj. Henny Guffy and
Mrs. Dovy Griffith. Exr: D. Horn,who is Guardian for grandson Calvin Swisher. Wit.:H.P. Mason, A.M. Stroud.
Davie County Tax List 1843-1860
Swisher, Mathias---Hunting Creek Dist.
1843 106 acres 106 1 white poll 1
1844 106 106 1
1845 106 106 1
1846 106 106 1
1847 106 212
1848 106 212
1849 124 241
1850 124 241
1851 269 442
1852 269 442
1853 269 442
1854 269 442
1855 269 550
1856 269 550
1857 287 550 1
1858 363 667 1
1859 359 1100
1860 359 1100
1830 Census Rowan County,North Carolina---63 Regt. allotted in Capt.Kern Co.
Rowan South of Yakin and North the main road leading from Beard Bridge to Charlotte.
page 386 Swisher,Mathias------- no information
1840 Census Iredell County---North Carolina
page 207 Swisher,Mathias 2 males 10/15 (maybe Mathew and Peter)
2 males 15/20
1 male 40/50 (maybe Mathias)
1 fem. under 5 (maybe Mary)
1 fem. 15/20 (maybe Sarah Elizabeth)
1 fem. 30/40 ( wife Mary)
1850 Census Davie Co.----North Carolina
page 877 Swisher,Mathias age 49 Blacksmith 250 all N.C.
Mary 44
Mathew 23
Jacob 22
Peter 15
Mary 11
1860 Census Davie Co. Hunting Creek Dist. 4 day June P.O. County Line & Calahalem
page 6 40/40 Swisher, Mathias age 60 farmer 1500 300 all N.C.
Mary 56
1870 Census Davie Co. Calahan Township 17 day July
page Swisher,Mathais age 69 farmer 800 158 all N.C.
Mary 67 housekeeper
Calvin M. 10 at home (believe grandson)
1880 Census Davie Co. Calahan Township
page 19 181/181 Stroud,William T. age 53 Blacksmith
Sarah E. 56 wife
Martha J. 22 daughter
Swisher,Mary 76 mother-in-law CAB dead ???
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Alot of members of this family are buried at Society Baptist Church Cemetery,Iredell County,NC.
Society Baptist Church is located about 1/4 mile off of highway 64.The church has been active in the association
since its beginning and held associated meetings there as early as 1833.The church is one of the twelve
churches which helped to form the South Yadkin Assoc. in 1873.The church has given fully to the Mission
work supported by the association.Society was organized on Sept.22,1821 by Elder John Angle,Josepha Pickler,
Enos Campbell,James Holman,and David Holman.Angle preached the first Sermon from Ish.63.
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Letter dated Sept.28,1980
Dear Lois,
At last I'll get this information off to you.
Here is some names and dates I found at Society Cemetery.I don't know if it will be any help to you or not.
Mary Swisher wife of Mathias Swisher Feb.3,1880--25 yrs 3 mo. 14 days.
Mathias Swisher born Dec.2,1800 -- died Aug.26,1871
Jacob son of Mathias and Mary Swisher born May 30,1826, died Dec.15,1856
Mathew L. Swisher born April 2,1826 died May 7,1865
Henry W.Swisher,I couldn't make out on the tombstone,but it looked like son of Mr. and Mrs. M.Swisher,
he was born Sept.18,1855 died Dec.13,1856 1 year 2 months 25 days
( I don't guess these two could been their children,might be Mathias brother.)
I thought these might be Mathias children since they were all close together.This might be Mathias brother I
don't know but he lived near Cool Springs.
Calvin M.Swisher born May 10,1860 died Nov.23,1920
Delia Stroud Swisher wife of Calvin M.Swisher born April 16,1857 --- Sept.24,1931.
This is Calvin two children they operated a store at Cool Springs my husband always said they were his cousins.
Nettie Mae Swisher born Aug.30,1896 --- May 10,1978
Grover Cleveland Swisher born Oct.25,1884 -- Sept. 4,1959
This might be Mathias sister Mary Jane Swisher wife of Richard Stroud (note this is his daughter) born
Sept.21,1837 -- Sept. 18,1927
Richard Stroud born Jan.9,1836 -- Oct. 25,1923.
I am sending a picture of Marshall Swisher. Floyd never had a picture made,I ask for one of his sons picture
but haven't got it yet.No body knew who the picture was you sent.I couldn't find Sally Swisher's death anywhere.
I want to get this in the mail as I know you want to work on it.
Love Pat
Letter dated Dec.3,1980
Dear lois,
I called the lady about the record of members at Society Church she didn't have Mathias,there was
a Mariah Swisher joined the church July 1852 must died Sept 1869.You might have that in your record, She
had Roxie joined in 1905,a C.M. Swisher joined in Aug.1884,Meartha Swisher (1894 died). I don't think it is
spelled right.There must be two Calvin M.Swisher buried over there,one's wife was Martha J. Colvert died
Jan.16,1894 and the infant daughter died also,and the other Calvin M.Swisher wife was Delia Stroud died 1931.
She said some of the records were so old they fell apart and you couldn't read them,they are working on it so
maybe if they get it in shape we can find out more.
I'm sending this picture of Floyd Swisher's oldest son he never did have a picture (Floyd didn't) made.I thought
you said you would like to have one out of the family,you can return it some time.
I feel like if you ever come back and go to Statesville library you can find out more.If I'm ever up there in the
library and find out anything I'll let you know.Hope you have a nice Christmas.How is the weather up there?
It's been nice here a few days but windy.I enjoy getting out raking leaves.Wish I could been more help to you.
Love,Pat
Marriage Notes for MATHAIS SWISHER and POLLY CLODFELTER:
#000132107 Rowan County Marriage Bonds
Mathais Swisher ----Polly Clodfelter 26 Dec. 1822
Bondsman Thomas Kincaid, Witness M.A. Giles
Children of MATHAIS SWISHER and POLLY CLODFELTER are:
i. MATHIAS SWISHER4 JR..
Notes for MATHIAS SWISHER JR.:
Tax List Davie County Hunting Creek Capt. Anderson
1849 Swisher,Mathias Jr. ------- ------
1850 Mathias Jr. ------- ------ 1 pole tax
1851 Mathias Jr. ------- ------ 1 pole tax
1852 Mathias Jr. -------- ------ 1 pole tax
16. ii. SARAH ELIZABETH SWISHER, b. 04 October 1824, Rowan County, North Carolina; d. 08 May 1899, Iredell
County,North Carolina.
iii. MATHEW L. SWISHER, b. 02 April 1826, Iredell County,North Carolina; d. 07 May 1865, Iredell County,
North Carolina; m. SALLIE MAHALA STROUD, 03 December 1854.
Notes for MATHEW L. SWISHER:
Tax List Davie County Hunting Creek
1856 Swisher,Mathew L. ----- ----- 1 pole tax
1857 Swisher,Mathew L. 1 pole tax
1859 Swisher,Mathew L. 1 pole tax
1860 Swisher,Mathew L. 1 pole tax
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1860 Census Davie County,Calahan North Carolina 4 June 1860 page 6
47/47 Swisher,Mathew age 34 farmer 100 all N.C.
Mahala 29
1870 Census Iredell County,Turnersburg North Carolina
4/4 Stroud,Andrew age 66 N.C. N.C. N.C.
Nancy 66 N.C. N.C. Tennessee
Calvin 20
Swisher,Mahala 36 kpshouse
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Davie County,North Carolina Wills
1:196 MATTHEW L. SWISHER. 12 Feb. 1862 probate Mar.1866. Wife-not named.Bro:P.M. Swisher,
Sister: Elizabeth Straud. Mary Jane Straud, W.T. Straud, Richard Straud, David Straud, Pinkney Straud,
Burgess Straud, Calvin Straud. Exr: Henry Guffy. Wit: Franklin Mason, H.F. Rudacil
Marriage Notes for MATHEW SWISHER and SALLIE STROUD:
Mathew L. Swisher, married Sally M. Stroud : Bond # 000040931
iv. JACOB A. SWISHER, b. 30 May 1826, Iredell County,North Carolina; d. 15 December 1856, Iredell County,
North Carolina.
Notes for JACOB A. SWISHER:
Davie County North Carolina Tax List
1852 Swisher, Jacob A. 1 pole tax
1853 Jacob A. 1 pole tax
1854 Jacob A. 1 pole tax
1855 Jacob A. 1 pole tax
1856 Jacob A. 1 pole tax
17. v. PETER MCKNIGHT SWISHER, b. 1835.
18. vi. MARY JANE SWISHER, b. 21 September 1837, Iredell County,North Carolina; d. 18 September 1927, Iredell
County,North Carolina.
6. JONAS3 SWISHER (JACOB2, HENRY1) was born 1804. He married MARY JACOBS 14 December 1826 in
Rowan County, North Carolina, daughter of ABRAHAM JACOBS and LUCY ABBOT.
Notes for JONAS SWISHER:
Rowan County Tax List 1802-1849 Reel #C085-70003
page 12 Land Value Wh. BK.
1841 Capt. Meyers Co. Jonas Swisher 93 $375
page 84
1842 Capt. Swisher ? ?
page 106
1843 Capt.Voglers Co. Jonas Swisher 93 $186 1
1844 Capt.Voglers Co. Jonas Swisher 93 $186 1
1845 Capt.Craige Co. Jones Swisher 93 $186
1845----1848 could not read faded pages
Tax List Reel #C085-70004
1849 Capt. Weant Jonas Swisher 93 1/2 $186 1
1850 Jonas Swisher 93 1/2 $186
1851 Jonas Swisher 93 1/2 $186
1852----1854 could not read faded pages
1855 Capt. Caspers Dist. Jonas Swisher 93 1/2 $350
1856 Jonas Swisher 93 1/2 $350
1858---1863 could not read faded pages
1864 Capt.John Cress Jonas Swisher 93 $700 $4 state tax
$1 county tax
1865 faded could not read
1866 Jonas Swisher 93 $350
1867 Jonas Swisher 95 $350
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1830 Census Rowan County,North Carolina
Swisher,Jonas no information
1840 Census Rowan County,North Carolina #3 mining page 14.
Swisher,Jonas 1 male under 5 (believe to be son Milas A.)
1 male 5/10 (believe to be James C.)
1 male 30/40 (believe to be Jonas)
1 fem. under 5
1 fem. 5/10 (believe to be Angeline S.)
1 fem. 10/15 (believe to be Mary)
1 fem. 20/30 (believe to be Polly)
1 fem. 50/60 ( This might be his mother-in-law)
1 fem. 80/90 (have no idea who this is unles it's his moher)
1 fem.slave under 10
1850 Census Rowan County,School Dist #28,North Carolina 21 Aug. page 150
198/614 Swisher,Jonas age 46 farmer 500 all N.C.
Polly 44
Mary E. 22
Angeline 19
James C. 16
Malis A. 13
Claudius W. 9
Barbara I. 5
1860 Census Rowan County North of N.R. Road Salisbury,N.C. 22 June pg.36
/136 Swisher,Jonas age 57 farmer 900 570 all N.C.
Mary 52
James C. 26
Milas A. 22
Claudius W. 19
Mary E. 30
Angeline S. 25
Barbara 13
1870 Census Rowan County,North Carolina page 29
Swisher,Jonas age 66
Barbara I. 25
Vasti 7
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Rowan County Court,N.C. Reel #CO85-30009 1858-1868
Jonas Swisher a Justice Nov.Term of Court 1858
Jonas Swisher Grand Jury Aug.1863
Jonas Swisher Dist 28 on Common School Committee Jan.15 1856
From the Carolina Watchman Newspaper Salisbury,N.C. Aug.1867.
The family of the late Moses L.Brown resides at the three mile (Coughenour) house on
this road,which by dint of industry,with good judgement to direct,is now one of the most desirable places
near.Then comes Jonas Swisher,ajoining,whose fixedness in all things,is well known. And then "Craig's
Muster ground?--a noted place--has changed so much that old acquaintances would not recognize it. Faley
Ellis,whom every body used to know,lives here. The road runs South of where the Jack Craige house
(now removed) stood,and there only remain two or three of the great venerable oaks,that years agone,
sheltered the people and politicians who gathered there once a year to talk of State and Federal affairs.
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From the McCubbins Collection ; Salisbury, North Carolina
Book 38 page 116 : July 15,1847 Jonas Swisher -- no wife signs ---- owing
Lets Samuel Reeves ( both of Rowan Co. N.C. ) have were said Swisher now lives, being 93 acres
next Jesse Marlin, Moses L. Brown &c for $1.00
Book 51 page 160 ; Dec. 30,1850, Jonas Swisher --- no wife signs -- lets John I
Shaver ( both of Rowan Co. N.C. ) have 93 1/2 acres on Grants Creek next Moses L. Brown
( formerly Edward Yarbrou ), the old tract of ----- Beefle ( now widow Marlin's ) , for $75.00, witnessed
and prove by Issac Lyerly on Dec.17,1875. ( This is part of the 150 acres granted by the state to Valentine
Beard, being where the said Swisher now lives, which he got from his wife who got it at death of her mother.
Book 37 page 98: Aug.29,1844, George Biles & wife Lucinda let Leslie Ford have 1 acre next George Monroe,
for $489.00 ,witnessed by Joseph Hill and Jonas Swisher & proved by the latter in Nov. 1844.
Marriage Notes for JONAS SWISHER and MARY JACOBS:
Jonas Swisher to Mary Jacobs Dec. 1826 Bondsman Mathias Swisher
Witn. John H. Hardie
Rowan County North Carolina Marriage Bonds.
Children of JONAS SWISHER and MARY JACOBS are:
i. MARY E.4 SWISHER, b. 1828; m. NOT MARRIED.
19. ii. ANGELINE S. SWISHER, b. 1831.
iii. JAMES CALVIN SWISHER, b. 1834; d. 13 December 1862, Frederickburg,Virginia; m. NOT MARRIED.
Notes for JAMES CALVIN SWISHER:
Rowan County Court,N.C. Reel #CO30009 1858-1868
Calvin Swisher on Jury Nov. Term of Court 1858
North Carolina Rooster of Soldiers in Civil War
James C.Swisher age 25 1861 killed at Frederickburg,Virginia Dec.3,1862.
Civil War Record James C. Swisher,Pvt. Co.G. 6th Reg't North Carolina
Infantry (State Troops)
James C.Swisher Enlisted May 29,1861 from Charlotte by James Craige for War. He was on the Roll Of Honor.
Name appears on a Register of Officers and Soldiers of the Army of the Confederate States who were killed
in the battle,or who died of wounds or disease.Where born Rowan Co.N.C. When deceased Dec.15,1862
Where and from what cause Killed Battle Frederickburg,Va. Amount of money left $81.00.In whose charge
Legal Representation.When received Feb.3,1863,
Confed.Arch.,Chap.10,File #9,page 215 J.Funl
20. iv. MILAS ALEXANDER SWISHER, b. 12 March 1839; d. 14 October 1914, Iredell County,North Carolina.
v. FEMALE UNDER 5 SWISHER, b. Abt. 1840.
vi. CLAUDIUS W. SWISHER, b. 1841; m. NOT MARRIED.
Notes for CLAUDIUS W. SWISHER:
Rowan County Salisbury North Carolina Roll of Honor History of Rowan Co.
page 368 6 th Regiment Company G. Arti.
Swisher,Claudius W. en.March 19,1862 age 18 captured at Rappahawnock Railroad
Bridge Nov.7,1863
Appeared in Carolina Watchman Newspaper Salisbury NC.
Jan.15,1862 Payne Newby and Com.Hospital in Warrents Va 22 NC. Regt. C.W. Swisher Com.G.
shot in neck.
Rooster of NC. Soldiers Arti.
Claudius W.Swisher wounded 2rd Battle of Manassas,Va. Aug.29,1862.Present and accounted
for until captured at Rappahawnock Station,Va. Nov.7,1863 confined at Point Lookout Maryland until patrol.
Transferred to Arkins Landing James River,Va. where he was received Feb.25,Mar.3,1865 for exchange
paroled at Salisbury on May 13,1865
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[ Form 18 ]
THE CONFEDERATE STATES,
To C.W. Swisher Dr.
Date Private Co.G 6th Regt NCT
863
Commutation for Rations from 29 th Oct.1862
to 29th of Dec.1862
Sixty Rations @ 42 $25.20
I hereby make affidavit that I have not drawn rations,or been paid commutation for the period herein claimed.
(he sign his name) Claudius W.Swisher
Sworn to before me,
Jan 22,1863 W.L. Shav----?? J.P.
I certify that the above account is correct:that the commutation was made by my order,and was necessary
for the public service,it being impracticable to take rations in kind.
RECIEVED at SALISBURY,N.C... Jan.22,1863,from Capt. A.Myers,A.C.S...
Twenty Five dollars and Twenty cents in full of the above account.
Claudius W.Swisher
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OFFICE PROVOST MARSHAL
I C.W. Swisher a Privt.6th NC. Infy. of the County of Rowan,State of North Carolina,do solemnly swear,
or affirm,in presence of Almighty God,that I will henceforth faithfully support,protect and defend the
Constitution of the United States,and the Union of the States thereunder,and that I will,in like manner,abide
by and faithfully support all laws and proclamations which have been made during the existing rebellion with
reference to the emancipation of slaves;So help me God.
C.W.Swisher
Subscribed and sworn to before me,at Salisbury,N.C. this 19th day of June A.D...1865..
H.M. Spuim ???
Capt. & Provost Marshal
Claudius Swisher Army record was very interested as follows;
Company Muster Roll Mar to Apr.1862 He enlisted Mar.12,1862 at Salisbury by James Craige for period of
War.,present--------- ,May to June present not stated---------- May 1 to Oct.31.1862 last paid by G.W. Jones
April 30.was absent,remarks, said absent,wounded Manassas Aug.30th by order Gen.Hood.----------Nov. to
Dec.1862 last paid by Maj.Jones April 30.1862,absent since Aug.29,1862 (wounded in battle Manassas No.2),
order Gent.Hood.--------
Jan. to Feb. absent since Aug.29,1962 same as above----March to May 11,1863,last paid by Major Jones
April 30,1862 present but was sick-------May 12 to Aug.31,1863 Last paid by Capt.Mc Neely April 30,1863
was present----------Sept. to Oct. 1863 last paid by Capt.McNeely Aug. 31,1863 was present-------------
Nov. to Dec. 1863 last paid by Capt. Brume Oct.31,1863 was absent,missing in action since
Nov.7,1863----------Appears on ROLL OF HONOR; Said from County of Rowan,date of entrance into
service Mar.19,1862 at age 18 was a volunteer.Remarks said Captured Nov.7,1863 at Rap RR Bridge-----------
Appears on a List of Prisoners taken and paroled at Warrenton,Va. Sept.29,1862;List dated Hdqrs.Army of
potomac,11th Corps,Sept.30,1862--------------
Appears on a roll of PRISONERS OF WAR at Point Lookout,Md. Date of arrival Washington Nov.11,1863,
captured at Rappohannoch,when captured Nov.7,1863.Remarks Exchanged Feb.24,1865.Point Lookout,Md.,
Register No 1;page 413--------
Name appears as signature to a Roll of Prisoners of War paroled at Point Lookout,Md. and transferred to
Aiken's Landing,Va.,Feb.24,1865 for exchange.Roll dated (not dated)
Name appears as a signature to a Parole of Prisoners of War belonging to the Army of Northern Virginia,
and surrendered by General Robt. E. Lee,C.S.A. commanding said army,to Lieutenant-General U.S. Grant,
commanding armies U.S. Parole dated Salisbury,N.C., May 13,1865
21. vii. BARBARA ISABELLA SWISHER, b. 1845.
Generation No. 3
7. JOSEPH NEWTON4 BEVINS (CATHERINE3 SWISHER, JACOB2, HENRY1) was born Abt. 1834 in Rowan County,
North Carolina, and died 30 January 1860 in Davie Co. North Carolina. He married MARY ELIZABETH RIMER
in Davie Co. North Carolina, daughter of MOSES RIMER and SARAH WEANT.
Children of JOSEPH BEVINS and MARY RIMER are:
i. LETTIE BELLE5 BEVINS.
ii. MARTHA ANN BEVINS.
iii. WILLIAM HENRY BEVINS, b. June 1860.
8. HETTY CATHERINE4 BEVINS (CATHERINE3 SWISHER, JACOB2, HENRY1) died in Davie County,North Carolina.
She married BURTON BROWN 25 March 1848 in Rowan County, North Carolina.
Notes for BURTON BROWN:
1860 Davie County Census Mocksville,North Carolina page 147
1126/1126 Brown,Burton age 35 blksmith 400/75 all N.C.
Hetty C. 35
Margaret C. 10
Sarah L. 7
John W. 2
Rupel,Charles G. 4 maluto
Brown,William 21 blksmith
Bevins,Rachel 35 domestic servant
Children of HETTY BEVINS and BURTON BROWN are:
i. MARGARET ELIZABETH5 BROWN, b. 1849.
ii. JOHN WESLEY BROWN, b. 1858.
iii. MINTIE CATHERINE BROWN, b. 1863.
9. MARY MAHALIA4 SWISHER (MICHAEL3, JACOB2, HENRY1) was born 14 March 1827 in Salisbury,North Carolina,
and died 26 September 1917. She married GEORGE COON 27 December 1849 in Rowan County, North Carolina.
Notes for GEORGE COON:
1850 Rowan County Census North Carolina School Dist. #28
515/611 Coon, George age 32 farmer
Mary M. 22
Swisher,Cornelia F. 2
Margaret 17
William 20 laborer
1860 Rowan County Census North Carolina
page 49 Coon, George age 39
Mary M. 32
Laura C. 10
William M. 8
Eve Ann 5
John Madison 3
Swisher, Laura E. 17
William P. 29 farmer
On the Census records George Coon/Koon is listed as a farmer.
From the McCubbins Collection Rowan County Library,Salisbury,N.C. has the following information
concerning this family.
The Bible of Henry Burton Koon,who died of heart-disease at Mirror Lakes?buried at Franklin
(son of Laura Koon),shows that he was born May 31,1884,
Laura Catherine Koon, the daughter of George and Mary M.Koon,was born Nov.14,1850,and died
Oct.23,1879
George Koon,born July 7,1819,died Sept.28 1895
Mary M.Koon,born March 14,1827,died Sept 26,1917
Their children:
William Micheal,born April 15,1853
Eve Ann born Sept.24,1855
John Madison,born May 22,1868
Henry Burton,born Aug.23,1861,died Oct.23,1879
An infant,born June 31,1868 ?????
Margaret Arthur Rebecca,born Sept.2,1864
Marriage Notes for MARY SWISHER and GEORGE COON:
Mary Swisher to George Coon Dec. 20,1849
Children of MARY SWISHER and GEORGE COON are:
i. MAMMIE5 COON.
22. ii. LAURA CATHERINE COON, b. 14 November 1850; d. 26 September 1917, Rowan County, North Carolina.
23. iii. WILLIAM MICHEAL COON, b. 15 April 1853, Salisbury,North Carolina.
24. iv. EVE ANN COON, b. 24 September 1855, Salisbury,North Carolina; d. 02 December 1889,
Salisbury,North Carolina.
v. HENRY BURTON COON, b. 23 August 1861, Salisbury,North Carolina; d. 23 October 1879,
Salisbury,North Carolina.
vi. MARGARET ARTHUR REBECCA COON, b. 05 September 1864; m. JAMES HERLIG.
Notes for JAMES HERLIG:
1900 Census Rowan County Litaker Township North Carolina 2 June pg.3111
15/15 Heilig, Margaret A. widow Feb.1839 age 61
Koon,Jane sister Feb.1841 59 single
1900 Census Rowan County, China Grove,North Carolina 3 June 196/102
559/161 Hielig,Orland G. May 1860 age 40 md.17 yrs
Amanda Mar. 1867 8 children 8 living
Ella L. Nov. 1883 16 single
Frank R. Aug. 1885 14 "
Mary P. Dec. 1887 12 "
Canie C. Dec. 1889 10 "
Authur A. Nov. 1891 8
Walter L. July 1894 5
William July 1896 3
Roy A. Jan. 1889 1
Coon,Julia Feb. 1893 7
Marriage Notes for MARGARET COON and JAMES HERLIG:
Carolina Watchman Newspaper James Herlig to Margaret Arthur Rebecca Coon
24 Oct. 1860
25. vii. JOHN MADISON COON, b. 22 May 1868.
viii. ENFANT COON, b. June 1868.
10. WILLIAM P.4 SWISHER (MICHAEL3, JACOB2, HENRY1) was born 1829 in Salisbury,North Carolina, and
died Bef. 1900. He married LEAH ELLEN SWINK 19 September 1861 in Yakin Co.North Carolina.
Notes for WILLIAM P. SWISHER:
Information for this family from the Family Bible of James Swisher who is the great-great-grandson of
William P.Swisher.
________________________________________________________________
1870 Yakin County Census Deep Creek Township 18 day Aug.1870
Hamptonville,North Carolina
pg.21 156/150 Swisher,William age 40 farmer 250 150 all N.C.
Leas E. 27 keepshouse
Rosa E. 6 at home
Angeluch S. 1 at home
Cline,James 12 laborer
1880 Yakin County Census Deep Creek 10 day June 1880
pg.10 106/116 Swisher,Ellen age 36 wks in home all N.C.
Rosanah R. 16 daughter
S. Angeline 12 daughter
E.Carrie 9 daughter
Lurena 7 daughter
W.Francis 5 son
1900 Yakin County Census Deep Creek Township 1 June 1900
pg.33 5/5 Swisher,Ellen May 1843 age 57 wd 9 child. 7 living
Liewaana dau. July 1875 24 single
Francis M. son May 1877 23 single
Plutina B. dau. Mar. 1879 21 single
Nancy J. dau. Feb. 1881 19 single
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The information about the children of William P. Swisher was in the William P. Swisher family Bible.
Zion Hill Meth. Church Cemetery,Located on Road between Highway 64 and Sheffield beyond Clery Cross
Roads socalled Hickory Grove Cemetery.
Roxie A. Swisher born May 20, 1883 died April 28,1922
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James Swisher said that Chrissy Swink Fesperman was kin to George Swink and had a brother name
Jim Swink. Annie Swink who married Dan Swink gave him this information.
James Swisher also said some Swishers are buried in the Old brannon Church on Deep Creek,Brannon
Church Road Hamptonville,N.C. or Yakinville, N.C.
Church located 5 --6 miles from old 421 than cross over to 601 which is North Wilksborn in Yakinville, N.C.
Mrs. Roxie Swisher Hobson said Grady P Swisher was her cousin,his mother was a Swisher and his father
a Gross ???They never married.She also thought that the Swisher's had red hair.
Notes for LEAH ELLEN SWINK:
From The McCubbins Collection
Book 35 page 183; Feb. 1,1841, Leslie Ford... no wife signs.... lets Lucinda Ford (both of Rowan Co. N.C. )
have 93 21/50 acres next George Swink, for $485.00, witnessed by Lewis Jacobs Jr. and James Rush
and proved by the latter in May 1841. Book 37 page 249; Aug. 29,1844
Book 39 page 29; July 23, 1850, Margaret Swink and William A. Jacobs intend marriage so they make a
deed of trust to Samuel Reeves (William M. Swink makes his mark ), as she wants to secure the separate
management of everything and give to her daughter, ELLEN ( who was born out of wedlock ), a house and
lot in the east square of Salisbury where said Margaret Swink now lives next the heirs of Henry Mayer, the
Old Lutheran Church let, the lot of Daniel Swink, fronting Main St. with all the houses and kitchen furniture,
three beds and ----during her life, witnessed by Mary L.Meyer and Othe Swink and proved in July 1850.
Information from Ruby Messick.She said that Crissie Fesperman married a George Swink, a brother to Leah
Ellen Swink Swisher.Crissie was born 12 Jan.1842 and died 8 Mar.1926
Marriage Notes for WILLIAM SWISHER and LEAH SWINK:
#0000170058 Bondsman James West and G.W.Swink,Witness W.A. Joyce married by James West J.P.
19 Dec 1861,Yakin County,Marriage Bonds.
Children of WILLIAM SWISHER and LEAH SWINK are:
i.JAMES5 SWISHER, b. 15 December 1862; d. 29 May 1863.
ii. ROXIE ANNA SWISHER, b. 25 March 1864; m. JESSE VESTAL.
Notes for JESSE VESTAL:
26. iii. ANGELUS SWISHER, b. 11 December 1868, Yadkin County,Hamptonville,North Carolina.
27. iv. CARRIE ETTA SWISHER, b. 20 January 1871; d. 13 October 1940.
v. LURENA SWISHER, b. 28 July 1873; d. 02 August 1949; m. NOT MARRIED.
28. vi. FRANCIS M. SWISHER, b. 04 May 1875; d. 10 September 1943.
29. vii. PLUTINA B. SWISHER, b. 06 March 1877; d. 09 February 1953.
30. viii. NANCY JANE SWISHER, b. 06 February 1879; d. 06 February 1954, Yadkin County,
Hamptonville,North Carolina.
11. MARGARET ELLEN4 SWISHER (MICHAEL3, JACOB2, HENRY1) was born December 1833 in Salisbury,
North Carolina, and died 22 July 1911 in Salisbury, North Carolina. She married (1) JAMES CLINE 27 July 1854
in Rowan Co., North Carolina. She married (2) JAMES ARCHIBALD HOLT 1869 in Salisbury, Rowan Co.,
North Carolina, son of ALLEN HOLT and PHEBE HOLT.
Notes for MARGARET ELLEN SWISHER:
Margaret is buried at Franklin Presbyterian Church Franklin N.C.
According to death cert.Salisbury,N.C. Vol D25 page 642,it said that Margaret Swisher Cline\ Holt
died of old age and bowl trouble.It also list her father as Mike Swicher.
1850 Census Rowan Co.N.C. has Margaret Swisher as age 17 she is living with George and Mary Swisher Coon.
1860 Census Liberty Dist.Davie Co.,N.C. as Margaret Swisher living with her husband James Cline and she is
30 yrs. old.James is 50 yrs. old. James Cline died about 1864
1870 Census Rowan Co.N.C. has Margaret Swisher Cline\ Holt as age 40.
1880 Census Rowan Co. N.C. has Margaret Swisher Cline\ Holt as age 50
Notes for JAMES CLINE:
James Cline was a Pvt.Co.F. 7 Reg't North Carolina Infantry (State Troops)He appeared on Company
Muster Roll Sept.and Oct.1861.He enlisted Oct.28,1861 at Morehead City by J.M. Turner for period of the
war.He was 56 years old. On Dec.31,1861 he was sick in his quarters.He was discharged on surgeons
certificate of disability April 18 1862.He appeared on the Roll of Honor.On Feb.4,1864 his widow
Margaret Cline filed for settlement
Book of Historical Records Salisbury Court House Salisbury,North Carolina
Transcription of Resignation 1896-1912
Cline C.F. age 21 16 May 1908
M.L. 32 16 May 1908
T.R 21 16 May 1908
Marriage Notes for MARGARET SWISHER and JAMES CLINE:
Margaret A. Swisher to James Cline 27 July 1854 Bondsman: J.S. Johnson, Witness: J.S. Myers
Rowan County Marriage Bonds,#000123664
Notes for JAMES ARCHIBALD HOLT:
According to the 1850 Census Stanly Co.N.C. his age is listed as 10 yrs.
1860 Census Rowan County North Carolina page 40
339/531 Trott, W.C. age 30 farmer
Nancy J. 25
HOLT,JAMES A. 19
James A.Holt Enlisted in the Confederate Army May 29,1861 at Charlotte,N.C. by Capt.Craige.June 20 to
Aug 31 1861 pay due from enlistment,present and accounted .
Sept. to Oct. 1861 present.Paid by Maj. Jones
Nov. to Dec.1861 present. Paid by Maj.Jones
Jan. to Feb. 1862 present. Paid by Maj.Jones
Mar. to Apr. 1862 present. Paid by Maj.Jone
May to June 1862 not state
Reported sick and wounded in General Hospital #24 Richmond,Va. for month of Sept,1862,
dislocation hip joint.
Reported to Moore Hospital #24 Richard,Va. AdmittedSept.5,1862.Hip joint.
July to Sept.1862.Paid June 4,1863 by W.W.Peirce $110.93
May 1 to Oct.31 1862 Paid by G.W.Jones
Discharged Aug't,1862
Richmond,number and date of order unknown
Sept.15,1862 discharged.Wounded in battle below Richmond
Information listed on the Certificate of Disability for
Discharge from the Army of the Confederate States.
James A.Holt was a Private of Captain Smith Company G.of the 6th Reg't N.C.Troops.He was enlisted by
Col.Fisher of the 6th Reg't N.C.Troops at Charlotte N.C. on the 11th day of April 1861 to serve war years.
He was born Stanly Co.N.C.and is 22 yrs of age.5 ft and 5 1/2 inches high,light complexion,blue eyes,
light hair,and by occupation when listed a farmer.
Station:Richmond,Va.,date Sept 6,1862.James A.Holt was carefully examined and was find incapable of
performing the duties of a soldier because of permanent dislocation of the hip joint.He was discharge
and recommend a pension.
Sign by O.F.Manson Surgeon of Genl.Hospital
#2 Richmond,Va.
Discharged this 8th day of Sept.1862 at Richmond,Va.
By order of Brig.Genl.Jno H.Winder Commanding the post
Information from record division Rebel Archives Department.National Archives,Washington,D.C.
It is believed that this James Holt was married to Margaret Swisher around
1868-69.He helped handled her father's estate at that time.A son by the name Thomas Robert Holt was born
Dec.25,1869 Rowan Co.N.C. It is also believe that they were divorced and she went back to the Cline name as
she was so hurt by James A. Holt. She even call his son a Cline until Thomas was old enough to choose which
named he wanted. Life was hard for Margaret as she would not let her ex-husband help her raised their son
Thomas Holt. Information from Thomas Holt's half brother's daughter Mary Francis Holt .
1870 Census Rowan County North Carolina pg.24
Holt,James age 25 N.C.
Gilis,Diah 65 black servant
James A. married again in 1871 and had a family by that marriage.
1850 Census Stanly Co.N.C. has James age 10 living with his parents.
1860 Census Rowan Co. N.C. has James as age 19 working on the W.C.and Nancy L.Trott farm.
1861 Join the Army for Civil War
1863 Discharge from Army
1864 Rowan Co.N.C. Tax list has James 1 white poll,gold watch value $300.State tax County tax $105 total $525
1870 Census Rowan Co.N.C pg.24 he is listed as age 26 and has a black servant name Dinah Giles age 65
living in household
1880 Census Rowan Co. has James age as 35 and he is a farmer
McCubbins Collection Rowan County Library,N.C.
Book 72 pg. 35; Sept.24 18? John L. Morrison (as administrator of Jesse Hulin who died intestate
leaving a widow & heirs against whom suit was instigated as there were not enough funds to pay the funeral
expenses, returnable in the spring of 1869 & a judgement was taken by the said Morrison & land was sold on
July 5,1869) lets Turner R. Pinkston--all of Rowan Co.N.C.---have 85 1/4 acres next George E. Gheem,John
Lowder & James A. Holt. for $100.00 witnessed & proved by John L. Baily Jr. on March 23 1888!
Children of MARGARET SWISHER and JAMES CLINE are:
31. i. JAMES MADISON5 CLINE, b. 06 March 1857, Salisbury, North Carolina.
32. ii. CRAWFORD CLINE, b. July 1862, Salisbury, North Carolina.
Child of MARGARET SWISHER and JAMES HOLT is:
33. iii. THOMAS ROBERT5 HOLT, b. 25 December 1869, Salisbury, Rowan Co., North Carolina; d. 15 March 1945,
Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co., North Carolina.
12. REBECCA C.4 SWISHER (MICHAEL3, JACOB2, HENRY1) was born April 1838 in Salisbury,North Carolina.
She married WILLIAM C. FESPERMAN 06 June 1868 in Rowan County, North Carolina, son of CONRAD
FESPERMAN and LYDIA SUTHER.
Notes for WILLIAM C. FESPERMAN:
From Rumple's history pg. 526 William C. Fesperman 4th. Co. enlisted July 8,1861 at age 22.Promoted
to 1st Sergeant in Oct.1862,wounded at Richmond also wounded at Fredericksburg on Dec.13,1862
Marriage Notes for REBECCA SWISHER and WILLIAM FESPERMAN:
Fesperman,W.C. to Rebecca Swisher June 6,1868 Obadiah Woodson,R.D.
Groom son of Conrad and Lydia Fesperman, Bride daughter of Michael and Mary Swisher.
Wedding June 7,1868 M.A. Propst,JP, Officiating
Rowan County,North Carolina Marriage Bonds
Child of REBECCA SWISHER and WILLIAM FESPERMAN is:
34. i. CLARENCE E.5 FESPERMAN, b. December 1873.
13. LAURA E.4 SWISHER (MICHAEL3, JACOB2, HENRY1) was born 1841, and died 26 November 1912 in
Rowan County, North Carolina. She married CORNELIUS MONROE FESPERMAN 02 October 1867 in Salisbury,
North Carolina, son of CONRAD FESPERMAN and LYDIA SUTHER.
Notes for CORNELIUS MONROE FESPERMAN:
1880 Rowan County Census North Carolina page 13
Fesperman,Cornelius M. age 24
Laura 35
John Dixie 11
Daniel N. 7
Thomas L. 5
Joicy Bell 2
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1900 Census Salisbury Township Rowan Co. North Carolina page 6701
678/635 Fesperman,Monroe age day laborer md.28 yrs. all N.C.
Laura
Billi dau. 21 April 1879
471/626 Bluster,George June 1874
Maggie Aug. 1889
Fesperman,Lillian niece 11
Marriage Notes for LAURA SWISHER and CORNELIUS FESPERMAN:
#000090685 marriage record Rowan County,N.C. Oct.2,1867 officiating officer and title was
Rev.Wm. Lambeth
Children of LAURA SWISHER and CORNELIUS FESPERMAN are:
35. i. JOHN DIXIE5 FESPERMAN, b. August 1869.
ii. DANIEL MAXWELL FESPERMAN, b. 1873; m. (1) FANNIE GENTLE, 18 January 1890;
m. (2) BETTIE MITCHEM, 11 August 1900, Statesville,North Carolina.
Marriage Notes for DANIEL FESPERMAN and FANNIE GENTLE:
Fesperman,Daniel to Fannie Gentle Jan.18,1890 H.N. Woodson,R.D.
Groom age 18;son of C.M. and Laura Fesperman, George x Fesperman
Bride age 20 daughter of Colbert and Sophia Gentle, R.P. Lambarth
Wedding Jan.23,1890.Rev. S.D. Franklin officiating E.N. Gentle
M.L.Fesperman
Fesperman,D.Maxwell to Mrs. Bettie Mitchem Aug.11,1900
Groom age 26; son of Monroe and Laura Fesperman,Bride age 30
address Statesville,North Carolina H.N. Woodson,R.D.
M.N. Fesperman
Balle Fesperman
iii. THOMAS L. FESPERMAN, b. 1875.
iv. JOICY BELL FESPERMAN, b. 1878; m. WALTER SMITH, 06 November 1897, Rowan County, North Carolina.
Marriage Notes for JOICY FESPERMAN and WALTER SMITH:
#000001029 Rowan Co.Marriage Bond,N.C.
Joicy Bell Fesperman age 18 daughter of Monroe and Laura Fesperman to Walter Smith age 20 son of
William and Julie Smith,date of marriage Nov.6,1897 witn and bondsman,Woodson, D.M.Fesperman,
Thomas Onsgood, Baily Fultz.
v. BILLY FESPERMAN, b. April 1879.
14. CORNELIA4 SWISHER (MICHAEL3, JACOB2, HENRY1) was born December 1849 in Salisbury,North Carolina,
and died 17 January 1910 in Salisbury,North Carolina. She married DAVID H. FESPERMAN 24 May 1869 in
Rowan County, North Carolina, son of CONRAD FESPERMAN and LYDIA SUTHER.
Notes for CORNELIA SWISHER:
Cornelia Swisher Fesperman is buried in Bethel Lut.Church,Salisbury,N.C.
Notes for DAVID H. FESPERMAN:
1880 Rowan County Census,North Carolina page 37
Fesperman,David age 33
Cornelia F. 28
Charles M. 9
Wm. Waller 6
Mathew L. 4
Fred T. 1
Swisher,Julia C. 34 sister-in-law
Lee A. 7 nephew
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1900 Census Franklin Township,Rowan County,North Carolina 11/12 June
page 2523
120/120 Fesperman,David age 61 June 1838 md.32 yrs. farmer owns
Cornelia 50 Dec. 1849 all parents born N.C.
Adia E. 15 June 1874 (this is wrong)1885
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Dec.17,1881 Macedion Josey and wife Permelia Josey and G.W. Jacobs $250
Beginning at David Festerman corner and running north 17 1/2---
1125 chains to a stone John Swicegoods line.Thence N.84 W.710 chains to a stone in Swicegood line,
Thence S.8 W.2280 chains to a stone in Festermans line.Thence S.85 E.8:05 chains to the beginning
containing 20 acres between some more or less.
Dec.23,1910 John J. Stewart adm. and etc. of David H.Fesperman deceased against Chas M.Fesperman,
F.Theo Fesperman,Ellen A.Lefter and husband Adderson Lefter and Minnie Fesperman--guardian of
Addie V. Fesperman and Gromer M.Fesperman and V.Fesperman and Gomer M.Fesperman to F.Theo
Fesperman at public sale highest bid F.Theo Fesperman for $331.00
Beginning at a stake J.W. Wadkins corner on Cressis line runs thense N.88 W.10:10 chains to a stone
Josey's corner thence S 88 E.11:40 chains to a stone on Wadkins line thence S.17 1/2 W.2:90 chains to
the beginning containing 3 acres more or less.For bak Title SW. book #121 pg.422 Register Office for
Rowan County.
Marriage Notes for CORNELIA SWISHER and DAVID FESPERMAN:
Fesperman,David H. to Cornelia F.Swisher May 24,1869 C.S. Loving, JP, officiating
Obadiah Woodson R.D.
Groom son of Conrad and Lydia A.Fesperman, Bride daughter of Michael and Mary Swisher.
Children of CORNELIA SWISHER and DAVID FESPERMAN are:
36. i. CHARLES MONROE5 FESPERMAN, b. March 1868.
ii. WILLIAM WALLER FESPERMAN, b. 1874; m. LOUISA B. SAWYERS, 20 July 1895.
Marriage Notes for WILLIAM FESPERMAN and LOUISA SAWYERS:
Fesperman,William W. to Louisa B.Sawyers July 20,1895
Groom age 21; son of David and Cornelia Fesperman
Bride age 20 ; daughter of William and Mollie Sawyers
Wedding July 21,1895 J.L. Cauble JP,officiating
H.N.Woodson,R.D.;Charles M.Fesperman ; H.A. Shoaf
37. iii. MATHEW LOVE FESPERMAN, b. 1876.
38. iv. FREDRICK THEODORE FESPERMAN, b. December 1878; d. 07 June 1932.
39. v. ADIA ELLIE FESPERMAN, b. June 1885.
15. MICHAEL NEWTON4 SWISHER (MICHAEL3, JACOB2, HENRY1) was born August 1851, and died 24 June 1929
in Rowan County, North Carolina. He married WINCY ANN BALLABAUGH 09 June 1875, daughter of
J.M. BOLLABAUGH and ELIZABETH.
Notes for MICHAEL NEWTON SWISHER:
Members of First Presbyterian Church Book I,II,and III 1828-1905
Book I page 205 Michaell N.Swisher Nov.8,1900
Mrs. Winnie A.Swisher Nov.8,1900
Book II page 133 Miss Dello Lena Swisher Nov.8,1900
Also listed in book are these names Della Lena Swisher
Michael N. " "
Mrs. Nancy M. " "
Mrs. Nickie G. " "
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1880 Census Rowan County,Franklin Township,North Carolina page 3
Swisher,Micheal N. age 24 farmer
Winnie Ann 34
Sarah Ann 2/12
1900 Census Salisbury Township,Rowan Co. North Carolina 1 June pg.4678
Swisher,Mike age 50 Aug.1850 md.28 yrs. mother born N.C.
father born at SEA ??
day laborer rents
Winnsy 58 Sept.1841 wife 2 children all N.C.
Dello 16 May 1884 dau.
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Death Certificate Rowan County,Salisbury, North Carolina Vol.17 page 442
Mike Swicher 24 June 1929
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According to Bill Lefter,Mike Swisher son who he thinks was Michael N.Swisher,stayed at McDaniels
house above Dr.Dr. Gillian office in Salisbury.He said a David Lyles may have information on Swisher's.
He lives in Hamett and is a cousin to a Fesperman.
Marriage Notes for MICHAEL SWISHER and WINCY BALLABAUGH:
Marriage license June 9,1875; Michael Newton Swisher age 21 yrs. to Winey Ann Bollabaugh age 25 yrs.
both of Rowan Co.North Carolina.They were married in Salisbury the next day by Philip Sowers, J.P.
Children of MICHAEL SWISHER and WINCY BALLABAUGH are:
i. DELLO LENA5 SWISHER, b. May 1884.
40. ii. SARAH ANN SWISHER, b. 12 February 1880.
16. SARAH ELIZABETH4 SWISHER (MATHAIS3, JACOB2, HENRY1) was born 04 October 1824 in Rowan County,
North Carolina, and died 08 May 1899 in Iredell County,North Carolina. She married WILLIAM THOMAS STROUD
12 February 1849 in Davie County,North Carolina, son of ANDREW STROUD and NANCY LIVINGSTON.
Notes for WILLIAM THOMAS STROUD:
1860 Census Davie County Hunting Creek N.C. 4 June page 6
Stroud,William 32 Blacksmith 1200 1200
Sarah E. 34
Mary M. 10
Andrew M. 8
Henry 7
Martha J. 4
1870 Census Davie County Calahan N.C. 13 July
20/20 Stroud,W. 43 Blacksmith 100
Sarah E. 46
Andrew M. 18
Henry S. 16
Martha J. 13
1880 Census Davie County Calahan N.C. page 19
181/181 Stroud,William T. 53 Blacksmith
Sarah E. 56 wife
Martha J. 22 daughter
Swisher,Mary 76 mother-in-law CAB dead
Children of SARAH SWISHER and WILLIAM STROUD are:
1. i. MARY M.5 STROUD, b. 22 March 1849, Davie County,North Carolina; d. 28 March 1930, Davie County,
North Carolina.
42. ii. ANDREW MATHIAS STROUD, b. 29 November 1852, Iredell County,North Carolina; d. 25 March 1932,
Iredell County,North Carolina.
iii. HENRY SYLVANUS STROUD, b. 1854; m. JANE WALKER.
iv. MARTHA STROUD, b. 1856; m. CURT COUCH.
17. PETER MCKNIGHT4 SWISHER (MATHAIS3, JACOB2, HENRY1) was born 1835. He married MORIAH E. OWENS
17 April 1858 in Davie Co. North Carolina1.
Notes for PETER MCKNIGHT SWISHER:
Davie County,North Carolina Tax List
1857 Swisher,McKnight ------ -------- 1 pole tax
1858 Swisher,McKnight 1 pole tax
1859 Swisher,McKnight 1 pole tax
1860 Swisher,McKnight 1 pole tax
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1860 Census Davie County Hunting Creek Dist. Calahan N.C. 4 June pg.6
42/42 Swisher,McKnight age 25 farmer 150 N.C. N. C. N. C.
Moriah 28
Calvin M. 11/12
Marriage Notes for PETER SWISHER and MORIAH OWENS:
000040932 Davie County Marriage Bonds
Swisher Peter McKnight------Moriah E.Owins 17 Apr.1858
Witness : A.A. Harbin md. 18 April 1855 by Joseph Shive JP
Child of PETER SWISHER and MORIAH OWENS is:
43. i. CALVIN MATTHIAS5 SWISHER, b. 10 May 1860, Iredell County,North Carolina; d. 23 November 1920,
Iredell County,North Carolina.
18. MARY JANE4 SWISHER (MATHAIS3, JACOB2, HENRY1) was born 21 September 1837 in Iredell County,
North Carolina, and died 18 September 1927 in Iredell County,North Carolina2. She married RICHARD STROUD
15 January 1856 in Davie County,North Carolina, son of ANDREW STROUD and NANCY LIVINGSTON.
Notes for RICHARD STROUD:
1860 Census Davie County County Line Calahan North Carolina pg.8
65/65 Stroud,Richard age 24 farmer 100 all N.C.
Mary J. 21
Norman E. 3
Laura E. 10/12
1880 Census Davie County Calahan North Carolina page 22
220/220 Stroud,Richard age 44
Mary J. 42
Richard E. 17
Jackson A. 12
James M. 9
Mary C. 6
Alice W. 4
Marriage Notes for MARY SWISHER and RICHARD STROUD:
Mary J. Swisher, married Richard Stroud, 15 January 1856
Bondsman: Joseph Shive
Witness: C.A. Hardin
Marriage bond #000040921
Children of MARY SWISHER and RICHARD STROUD are:
i. DAISY5 STROUD.
44. ii. NEWMAN E. STROUD, b. 16 January 1857, Davie County,North Carolina; d. 27 January 1917,
Iredell County,North Carolina.
iii. LAURA E. STROUD, b. 20 September 1859, Davie County,North Carolina; d. 03 March 1960,
Jacksonville,Florida; m. REV.ELLIS SAFRIET, 05 August 1877.
iv. RICHARD ELLIS STROUD, b. 07 June 1862, Davie County,North Carolina; d. 10 September 1925;
m. ELLEN IRELAND.
v. SARAH STROUD, b. 29 January 1866, Davie County,North Carolina; d. 10 June 1866, Davie County,
North Carolina.
vi. JACKSON A. STROUD, b. 10 January 1868, Davie County,North Carolina; d. 05 May 1926, Concord,
North Carolina; m. MINNIE ANN SUTHER.
vii. JAMES MONROE STROUD, b. 14 September 1870, Davie County,North Carolina; d. 30 November 1939,
Davie County,North Carolina; m. (1) DAISEY E. HODGEN; m. (2) OLLIE BLANCHE ELAM, 18 May 1890.
Notes for OLLIE BLANCHE ELAM:
1880 Census Iredell County Turnersburg Township North Carolina 16 June
page 23
166/166 Elam,Silas age 22 farmer
Tabitha C. 29 wife
OLLA B. 8 daughter
James 5 son
Angeluis 3 son
viii. MARY CORA STROUD, b. 1875, Davie County,North Carolina; m. A.A. CARTNER, 25 January 1893.
ix. ALICE W. STROUD, b. 13 April 1876, Davie County,North Carolina; d. 01 January 1959; m. ROBERT A. SAFRIET,
07 March 1897.
x. ROCSEY STROUD, b. 08 June 1878, Davie County,North Carolina; d. 22 September 1878, Davie County,
North Carolina.
19. ANGELINE S.4 SWISHER (JONAS3, JACOB2, HENRY1) was born 1831. She married THOMAS CALVIN WINDERS
18 February 1856 in Rowan County, North Carolina, son of A.C.WINDERS and ELIZABETH KINCAID.
Notes for THOMAS CALVIN WINDERS:
1850 Census Rowan County,North Carolina
626/642 Winders,Elizabeth age 43 All N.C.
THOMAS 18 farmer
Lucinda E. 14
Abner E. 10
Mary A. 6
Amanda L. 4
1860 Census Rowan County,North Carolina N. of N.R. Road page 38
/316 Winders,Calvin age 30 farmer 112 All N.C.
Angeline 25
Sylvaster 4
Osborne 2
1870 Census Rowan County,North Carolina page 18
Winders,Coln age 38
Ann 37
Sylvester 12
Osborne 10
Ida 8
Mary E. 6
Abser R. 3
Charles R. 1
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Lois Glasgow personally visit Cemetery at Mt.Tabor Meth.Church,Salisbury.
Thomas G.Winders born 1833 died 1899
Alice Koon Winders born 1861 died 3 May 1904
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Book 86 page 268; May 27,1899, A.S. Heilig (as trustee of T.C. Winders and wife Alice C.) let
Laura E. Rainey --- all of Rowan Co. N.C. ---- have 30 acres in Locke Township 5 1/2 miles from Salisbury
next Robert J. Rainey, john S. Henderson, J.S. McCubbins Jr., Roland Harris and ---Blackmer ( being what the
said wife Alice C. inherited from her father Jacob L. Koon ), for $126.00, acknowledged on May 29, 1899.
( See deed from ---Henderson and ---Woodson to her and the mortgage from said Winders on March 18,1895
in book 11 page 259 and sold in default )
Book 86 page 272; May 27,1899, A.S. Heilig ( as trustee of T.C. Winders and wife ) lets john C.
Coughenour -- all of Rowan Co. N.C. ---have 50 acres in Franklin Township, between the old and new
Mocksville roads next John L. Cauble, W.W. Williams, Crawford Eagle, Rome Shoaf and Daniel Huffman,
for $272.00 ( This is the home place of said W.C. Winders--- see deed from Lucinda Kincaid to him and
his mortgage on March 18,1895 in book 11 page 259.)
Marriage Notes for ANGELINE SWISHER and THOMAS WINDERS:
#000130544 Rowan County Marriage Bonds,Salisbury N.C.
Winders,Thomas C.-----Angeline S.Swisher 18 Feb.1856
Bondsman Thomas D. Farley
Witness J.S. Myers
Winders,Thomas C. age 58 years to ---- Alice C.Coon age30 years -- 24 Aug.1891 Both of
Rowan Co. N.C.
Children of ANGELINE SWISHER and THOMAS WINDERS are:
45. i. SYLVASTER MARION5 WINDERS, b. 12 May 1857; d. 28 December 1932, Rowan County, North Carolina.
46. ii. OSBORNE C. WINDERS, b. September 1858, Rowan County, North Carolina; d. Abt. 1929.
47. iii. IDA D. WINDERS, b. 1862, Rowan County, North Carolina; d. Abt. 1898, Rowan County, North Carolina.
48. iv. MARY E. WINDERS, b. January 1863.
v. ABSER WINDERS, b. Abt. 1867.
vi. CHARLES R. WINDERS, b. Abt. 1869; m. HARRIETT J.SHUPING, 19 September 1891, Rowan County,
North Carolina.
Notes for CHARLES R. WINDERS:
1900 Census Rowan County,Franklin Township,North Carolina page 2505
103/103 Hoffman,Daniel age 48 Jan.1852 widow
Ada R. July 1882
JoAnna Sept.1884
Adam J. May 1891
Albert A. May 1884
Winters,Charles R. Boarder single
Marriage Notes for CHARLES WINDERS and HARRIETT J.SHUPING:
Marriage date from the McCubbins Collection on file at the Rowan County Library.Salisbury,N.C.
Married Sept.19,1891;Charles R.Winders age 22 years to harriet J.Shuping age 26 years.
20. MILAS ALEXANDER4 SWISHER (JONAS3, JACOB2, HENRY1) was born 12 March 1839, and died 14 October
1914 in Iredell County,North Carolina. He married MARY M. STROUD 02 May 1870 in Davie County,
North Carolina, daughter of WILLIAM STROUD and SARAH SWISHER.
Notes for MILAS ALEXANDER SWISHER:
Rowan County Salisbury NC. Civil War Roll of Honor History of Rowan County
Page 368 Swisher,Malis Alexander 6 th Reg.Arti a famer enlisted Mecklenburg County
age 23 1 July 1861 discharge at Buchanan,Va. by reason of disability Mat 10,1862
From copy of Civil War papers May 1 to Oct 31 1862 was reported absent sick since Aug.19th by order
of Gen.Hood.
Nov. to Dec 1862 discharged on account of disability while in hospital at Buchannon,Va.,
date and authority not known.
WIDOW'S APPLICATION FOR PENSION Act of Mar.8,1921 and S.S 1921
County of Davie On this 9 th day of July A.D. 1924 personally appeared before me W.M.SEAGORD,
C.S.C. in and for the State and County aforesad,MARY SWISHER,age 74 years and a resident at CALAHAM
post office,in said County and State,and who,being duly sworn, makes the following declaration in order to
obtain the pension under the provisions of an act entitled "An Act to amend and consociate the pension laws
of the State of North Carolina,"ratified Mar.8,1921:that she is the widow of the late Alexander Swisher who
enlisted in Company G. 6 th Regiment,North Carolina State Troops ,on or about the 1 st day of July 1861 to
serve the armies of the late Confederate States.She further states:
That she married to said Solier or Sailor before the first day Jan.1880;
That she is now a widow,and has been for twelve months immediately preceding this Application for
Pension a bona fule resident of North Carolina.
That she holds no office under the United States,or under any State or County,from which she is
receiving the sum of three hundred dollars as fees or as salary annually;
That she is not worth in her own right,or the right of her late husband,property at its assessed value
for taxation to the amount of $2,000,nor has she disposed of property of such value by gift or
voluntary conveyance since the 11 th of March,1885;
And that she is not now receiving any aid from the State of North Carolina or under any other statute
providing for the relief of the maimedand blind soldiers of this or any other State.
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From Davie County Record 7 Oct. 1914 Davie County Library
Mr.Milas Swisher near Sheffield died Wed. death resulting from blood poison.Mr.Swisher was
about 65 yrs. of age and leaves a wife and several children to moun his lost.He was a member of Society
Baptist Church and his pastor Rev.D.W. Littleton of this city conducted the funeral services this morning,
after which his remains were laid to rest in the Society burial grounds.Mr.Swisher was a good man and will
be missed in this community.He was the father of Romus Swisher who was killed 2 or 3 years ago at a threshing.
Davie County Wills 1914 Vol. 2 page 511
SWISHER,M.A. Legatee M.S. Swisher, Floyd Swisher, Mary Swisher, Sallie Swisher
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1870 Rowan County Census Franklin Township North Carolina page 29
Swisher Milas age 33 farmer all NC.
Mary 20
1880 Davie County Census Calaham Township North Carolina 3 June page 2
Swisher,Milas age 44 farmer all NC.
Mary E. 29 wife
Sarah 7
Romas A. 4
Marshal 8/12 Oct. son
1900 Davie County Census Calaham Township NC. 6 June page 2871
42/43 Swisher,Milas A. Mar. 1839 age 61 married 30 yrs owns farm #43
Mary E. Mar.1851 49 7 children 5 living
Sallie May 1877 23 single
Roum July 1878 21 single
Marshal Oct. 1880 19 single
Roxie A. May 1884 16 single
Floyd Aug. 1889 10 single
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Book 69 page 74; Oct.22,1873, Milas Swisher and wife Mary H., Thomas C. Winders and wife Angeline,
George Coon and wife Mary E, Allen Weant and wife Barbara, let John Eagle --- all of Rowan Co. N.C.
have 91 1/4 acres on the old Mocksville Road three and one half miles from Salisbury next Letitia Brown,
John Eagle, Farley Ellis and William B. Coughenour, for $321.00.
( This is land belonging to the heirs of the deceased Mary Swisher and which she inherited from Barbara Jacobs.)
( Old Peter Swink in Dec.1927, says Jonas Swisher, who married Mary Jacobs, lived on old Mocksville
road over three miles from Salisbury ( where Mrs. John Eagle now lives ) and left descendants in the section.
Children of MILAS SWISHER and MARY STROUD are:
i. SARAH ELIZABETH5 SWISHER, b. 27 June 1873; d. 06 July 1929, Davie County,North Carolina;
m. NOT MARRIED.
Notes for SARAH ELIZABETH SWISHER:
Death certificate Davie County NC. Vol16,page 2
Sarah E.Swisher single born 27 June 1873, died 6 July 1929 Davie Co.NC. at age 36,
died by shotgun.Father Milas Swisher,mother Mary Stroud information from Floyd Swisher
Hickery Grove,NC.
ii. ROMAS SWISHER, b. 18 July 1875; d. 03 July 1910, Iredell County,North Carolina.
Notes for ROMAS SWISHER:
Romus Swisher was killed at a threshing.
iii. SALLIE SWISHER, b. 1877.
iv. ROAM SWISHER, b. 1878.
49. v. MARSHALL SAVANAH SWISHER, b. 08 October 1879; d. 01 October 1961, Mocksville,North Carolina.
50. vi. ROXIE A. SWISHER, b. 20 May 1884; d. 01 October 1961, Davidson County,North Carolina.
51. vii. FLOYD SWISHER, b. 08 May 1889; d. 17 March 1959, Davie County,North Carolina.
viii. CORA SWISHER, b. 08 May 1889; d. 08 May 1889, Iredell County,North Carolina.
ix. FLORA SWISHER, b. 08 May 1889; d. 08 May 1889, Iredell County,North Carolina.
21. BARBARA ISABELLA4 SWISHER (JONAS3, JACOB2, HENRY1) was born 1845. She married ALLEN A. WEANT
7 August 1873 in Rowan County, North Carolina, son of DAVID WEANT and LETISHA.
Notes for ALLEN A. WEANT:
McCubbins Collection,N.C.
Book 56 page 550; July 16,1821, Michael H. Swink--no wife signs --lets John Weant
(both of Rowan Co.N.C.) have 150 acres next William Pinkston, on the old line of John Howard. for
$168.00 witnessed by John Beard Sr. & E. Allemong & proved by the latter in Aug.1821. (This is part of a State
Grant to John Howard who let the said Swink have it.)
Book H. Page 178 Oct.4,1822 The will of John Weant made while "very Sick and weak" &
probated in Nov.1822; daughters: Catherine & Chrystina (they get the 100 acres where he now lives) & Mary
(gets the 150 acres where Michael Swink lives which was formerly Joh Howard's, valued at $250.00. Sons;
David (must go to school 3 yrs. & be apprenticed to a trade until 18 yrs. of age, & my son,Jacob must deduct
& conceal a note against him which I have as guardian). & Jacob who is executor, witnessed; D.Craige & S.I.
Ferrand
Book 32 page 273; Aug.17,1834, David Weant no wife signs--lets George Swink (both of Rowan
Co.N.C.) have 16 1/2 acres on the dividing ridge of Grants & Deals Creek next George Swink, the old line,road
& Towsley tract of George Swink,for $49.50, witnessed by Will Barber & Michael Swisher & proved by the
latter in Aug.1834
Book 32 pg.288; Nov.6,1834 David Weant---no wife signs--lets George Swink (both of Rowan Co.
N.C.) have 49 acres on Grants Creek next George Swink (his former purchase of said Weant),Martin Biffil &
David Pinkston, for $125.56 1/4, witnessed by Will Barber & George Monroe & acknowledged in Nov.1834.
It begins on the corner of the one he formerly purchased at two black gum grubs & goes east 19 chains &
50 links to a stake on the old corner on the line of Martin Biffle, north 25 chains & 50 links to a small hickory
on the corner of David Pinkston on the old line, west 8 chains & 80 links to a red oak on the corner of said
Pinkston,north 7 chains & 50 links to a stake near a bunch of maples on the corner of Pinkston, north 30
degrees east 2vchains to a Spanish oak on the corner of Pinkston , north 5 chains & 50 links to two small white
oaks on the old line ,west with it 6 chains & 50 links to a pine knot (50 chains east of the old corner & now
George Swinks) south with the line of George Swink 14 degrees west 4 chains & 37 links to the beginning.
1870 Census Rowan County Franklin Township North Carolina
pg.29 Weant, Frank B. age 37 shoemaker
Marg. 34
Laura E. 12
Weant,David 39
Lititia 26
Mary 10
Linda 5
Jane 3
1900 Census Rowan County Franklin Township North Carolina 5 June pg.2448
43/43 Weant, Allen Oct.1852 age 47 md. 11 years
(Note wife #2) Mary E. Oct.1853 46
Weant, David W. June 1828 61 father widow
Andrew M. 1887 13 brother single
Nash William W. Apr. 1881 19 boarder single
From the Mccubbins Collection Salisbury,N.C.
Michael H.Swink (Yakin River)
The will of Catherine Weant (book 1 page 134)
Marriage Notes for BARBARA SWISHER and ALLEN WEANT:
Weant,Allen A. to Isabella Swisher Aug.6,1873 H.N. Woodson,R.D.
Groom age 20; son of David and Letisha Weant
Bride age 22; daughter of Jonas and Mary Swisher.Wedding Aug.7,1873 Wm. Lambeth officiating
Child of BARBARA SWISHER and ALLEN WEANT is:
52. i. VASTI5 SWISHER, b. 1863.
Generation No. 4
22. LAURA CATHERINE5 COON (MARY MAHALIA4 SWISHER, MICHAEL3, JACOB2, HENRY1) was born 14 November
1850, and died 26 September 1917 in Rowan County, North Carolina.
Notes for LAURA CATHERINE COON:
It is believe she has a son name Henry Burton born May 1885,believe his father was Ed Swink.
Death Certif.on file at the Rowan County Court House Vol. 5,page 28 said date of death Sept.26,1917 and her
parents were George Koon and Mary Swisher.
Child of LAURA CATHERINE COON is:
i. HENRY BURTON6 COON, b. May 1885.
Notes for HENRY BURTON COON:
It is believe that Ed Swink was the father of Henry Coon.
23. WILLIAM MICHEAL5 COON (MARY MAHALIA4 SWISHER, MICHAEL3, JACOB2, HENRY1) was born 15 April 1853 in
Salisbury,North Carolina. He married (1) NANCY C.. He married (2) CATHERINE EDWARDS 06 August 1875
in Rowan County, North Carolina, daughter of LOGAN EDWARDS and ELIZABETH.
Notes for WILLIAM MICHEAL COON:
A cousin of William M.Coon said he and his family lived in East Spencer,N.C.
Marriage Notes for WILLIAM COON and CATHERINE EDWARDS:
William M. Koon son of George and Mary Koon age 22,married Catherine Edwards daughter of
Logan and Elizabeth Edward age 23,Rowan County Date Aug.6,1875 Marriage Bonds,N.C. #00823
Child of WILLIAM COON and NANCY C. is:
i. MARY E.6 COON, b. 1879.
Child of WILLIAM COON and CATHERINE EDWARDS is:
ii. JOHN6 COON.
24. EVE ANN5 COON (MARY MAHALIA4 SWISHER, MICHAEL3, JACOB2, HENRY1) was born 24 September 1855
in Salisbury,North Carolina, and died 02 December 1889 in Salisbury,North Carolina. She married WILLIAM
WASHINGTON WILLIAMS 08 October 1877 in Rowan County, North Carolina, son of MILAS WILLIAMS and
ELIZABETH.
Notes for WILLIAM WASHINGTON WILLIAMS:
Information for this family was from the Bible Record of W.L.Williams brother to Mrs.Abernathy,he lived in
High Point,N.C.
From Salisbury,N.C. newspaper Jan.3.1947
W.W.WILLIAMS DIES AT HOME
William W. Williams died early this morning at his home in Franklin township.Born July 26,1859,
he was 87 years old Surviving are his widow,Mrs.Minnie Cress Pinkston Williams whom he married in
1909:one daughter,Mrs.A.M. Wiseman of Burlington:one son, L.C. Williams of Rowan County,eight
grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren.He was the step-father of Ella Pinkston ,O.R. Pinkston ,Beulah
Pinkston all of Salisbury.
Funeral services will be held Saturday at 3 p.m. at Bethel Lutheran Church,Franklin,conducted by the pastor,
Rev. G.H. L.Lingle.Burial will follow in the Bethel Luthern Church Cemetery.The body will remain at Peeler
Funeral home until in the morning when it is taken to the ??????(paper didn't copy)
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1860 Rowan County Census North Carolina
Williams,Milas 34 farmer 500 156 all N.C.
Elizabeth 40
WILLIAM W. 11 months
1870 Census New Hope Township Iredell Co. N.C. June 14
page 12 Williams, Washington 25 farmer
Caroline 27 wife
Walter 4 son
Propord,Thomas 20 works on farm
1900 Census Rowan County,Franklin Township North Carolina 13 June pg.2551
147/147 Williams,William W, age40 July 1859 owns farm all N.C.
Julia C. 53 Aug. 1846 no children
Heneretta M. 19 July 1880 single
Lonna C. 17 Sept. 1882 single
148/148 Coon,Henry B. 15 May 1885 nephew farm laborer
MRS. H. S. SHOAF ( sister-in-law of Lottie Williams ) 79, ROUTE 1
Mrs.Gillie Weant,79 died at 11:20 a.m. Saturday at her home, Rt. 1, Old Mocksville Road,Salisbury.
She had been in declining health for one year and seriously ill for three months.
Mrs. Shoaf was born in Rowan County March 7,1890,daughter of the late John M. and Mary Catherine
Kester Weant.She was educated in the Rowan County Schools, and was a life-long member of Mt. Tabor
United Methodist Church. Her husband Henry Scott Shoaf died July 1,1941.
Survivors include four sons,Fred,Russell,and R.H ,( Jim Shoaf,all of Salisbury,Rt.1, and Cecil Shoaf of
Carthage; three brothers, George Weant of High Point and Scott and E.R. Weant, of Rt. 1,Salisbury;
three sisters, Mrs. Lonnie Williams, Mrs.Lewis Tatum, both of Rt.1 and Mr. and Mrs. Kluttz, also of
Salisbury; 13 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at 4 p.m., Monday at Mt.Tabor Methodist Church, conducted by the Rev.
Norman Beck, pastor . Burial will be in Franklin Presbyterian Church cemetery.
The body will remain at Summersett Funeral Home until taken to the church 30 minutes prior to the
services. The family will receive friends at the funeral home tonight from 7 to 9 o'clock.
Marriage Notes for EVE COON and WILLIAM WILLIAMS:
William Washington Williams to Eve Ann Coon Oct.8,1877.Groom age 18,son of Milas & Elizabeth
Williams.Bride age 22 daughter of Geo. & Mary Coon Wedding Oct.11,1877.Rev.R.T.N.Stephenson officiating
Children of EVE COON and WILLIAM WILLIAMS are:
i. EVE DULENA6 WILLIAMS, d. 09 April 1891.
ii. WALTER WILLIAMS, b. 23 December 1878.
iii. HENERITTA E. WILLIAMS, b. 05 July 1880.
iv. LONNIE CRUMP WILLIAMS, b. 08 September 1882; d. 14 January 1968; m. MARTHA ELIZABETH WEANT.
v. JOHN GEORGE WILLIAMS, b. 26 May 1884; d. 11 June 1886.
vi. MELTON WAKEFIELD WILLIAMS, b. 26 October 1886; d. 05 November 1886.
25. JOHN MADISON5 COON (MARY MAHALIA4 SWISHER, MICHAEL3, JACOB2, HENRY1) was born 22 May 1868.
He married (1) ALICE HELIGH. He married (2) ALICE CAROLINE KOON 21 July 1883 in Rowan County, North
Carolina, daughter of JACOB KOON and CATHERINE CAROLINA.
Notes for ALICE HELIGH:
Alice Heligh married a Thomas C. Winders and they had the following children:
Hugh Winders
Scott Crump Winders born 17 Aug 1896,died 25 Mar.1979,Rowan co. N.C.
Lillie Winders who married a Leonard.
( Information from Vera Abernethy,Salisbury,N.C. letter dated April 9,1981)
Marriage Notes for JOHN COON and ALICE KOON:
John M. Coon son of George and Mary Koon age 25 married Alice Coon daughter of Jacob and Carolina
Koon age 20 date 21 July 1883,Rowan County Marriage bonds,N.C. #00823
Child of JOHN COON and ALICE KOON is:
i. CHARLIE UPHEAD6 COON.
26. ANGELUS5 SWISHER (WILLIAM P.4, MICHAEL3, JACOB2, HENRY1) was born 11 December 1868 in Yadkin
County,Hamptonville,North Carolina. She married JOHN H.VESTAL.
Notes for JOHN H.VESTAL:
1900 Yadkin County Census North Carolina
Vastal,John H. Dec. 1862 age 27 md. 13 yrs farmer Rent #16
Anna J. Dec.1868 31 7 children
Mertle D. July 1888 11
James M. June 1890 9
Charles C. April 1892 8
Millie E. Dec. 1893 6
Valie A. Oct. 1885 4
Rosa E. Sept. 1897 2
Greeley Oct. 1899 7/12
Children of ANGELUS SWISHER and JOHN H.VESTAL are:
i. MERTLE6 D.VESTAL, b. July 1888.
ii. JAMES M. VESTAL, b. June 1890.
iii. CHARLES C. VESTAL, b. April 1892.
iv. MILLIE E. VESTAL, b. 01 December 1893.
v. VALIE A. VESTAL, b. October 1895.
vi. ROSA E. VESTAL, b. September 1897.
vii. GREELEY VESTAL, b. 07 October 1899.
27. CARRIE ETTA5 SWISHER (WILLIAM P.4, MICHAEL3, JACOB2, HENRY1) was born 20 January 1871, and died
13 October 1940. She married JAMES WILLIAM PENDEY 20 May 1888, son of WILLIAM PENDRY and MILLIE
WEATHERMAN.
Notes for JAMES WILLIAM PENDEY:
1900 Yadkin County Census,North Carolina
Pendey,James Aug. 1862 age 37 md. 12 yrs
Carrie E. dau. Jan. 1871 29 4 children
Muskie E. dau. July 1890 9
Harbie A. son May 1892 8
Roy J. son Apr. 1894 6
Ollie L. dau. May 1896 4
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Information for this family was from the Bible of J.W. Pendry,his son J.Roy Pendry has the bible.
Yadkinville,N.C.
Children of CARRIE SWISHER and JAMES PENDEY are:
i. MURLIE ELLEN6 PENDEY, b. 30 July 1890, Yadkin County,Hamptonville,North Carolina; d. 1964;
m. WILLIAM CLARK GENTRY, 20 July 1913.
ii. HARLIE ALLEN PENDEY, b. 30 May 1892, Yadkin County,Hamptonville,North Carolina; d. 1978;
m. (1) MAUDE ROYAL; m. (2) DELLA WOOTEN, 05 August 1922.
iii. JAMES ROY PENDEY, b. 15 April 1894, Yadkin County,Hamptonville,North Carolina;
m. (1) MARY HELEN WOOTEN; m. (2) MARTHA JANE GENTRY, 06 October 1914.
iv. OLLIE LEONA PENDEY, b. 21 May 1896, Yadkin County,Hamptonville,North Carolina;
m. WILLIAM MILES GENTRY, 04 January 1917.
v. NETTIE BELLE PENDEY, b. 07 October 1901, Yadkin County,Hamptonville,North Carolina;
m. HOWELL CAIN WINDSOR, 24 December 1919.
vi. MADIE ALTA PENDEY, b. 09 June 1904, Yadkin County,Hamptonville,North Carolina;
d. 1972; m. MARTIN CASE, 28 December 1927.
vii.MALLIE VICTORIA PENDEY, b. 01 August 1907, Yadkin County,Hamptonville,North Carolina;
m. ROVY ULYSSES HOLCOMB, 26 December 1925.
viiiCRATER LEE PENDEY, b. 13 July 1910, Yadkin County,Hamptonville,North Carolina;
d. 12 August 1970; m. LILLIAN TODD.
ix. CARRIE THELMA PENDEY, b. 18 February 1913, Yadkin County,Hamptonville,North Carolina;
d. 13 September 1980; m. HOWARD TAFT CARLTON, 1942.
x. RUBY ODESSA PENDEY, b. 01 September 1915, Yadkin County,Hamptonville,North Carolina;
m. RAY CLINTON HOLCOMB, 26 October 1935.
28. FRANCIS M.5 SWISHER (WILLIAM P.4, MICHAEL3, JACOB2, HENRY1) was born 04 May 1875, and died
10 September 1943. He married NELLIE MATHIS.
Children of FRANCIS SWISHER and NELLIE MATHIS are:
i. CLAUDE6 SWISHER, b. 11 October 1903, Yadkin County,Hamptonville,North Carolina;
m. (1) BESSIE HANES; m. (2) ELLER LIVENGOOD.
ii. MAE SWISHER, b. 24 April 1905, Yadkin County,Hamptonville,North Carolina; d. 25 October 1968;
m. CARL ADAMS.
iii. MAGGIE SWISHER, b. 11 June 1908, Yadkin County,Hamptonville,North Carolina; m. GLENN BRANNON.
iv. JESSE SWISHER, b. 05 May 1910, Yadkin County,Hamptonville,North Carolina; m. ELLEN COOK.
v. ALVIN SWISHER, b. 03 March 1912, Yadkin County,Hamptonville,North Carolina; d. 12 December 1965;
m. MADGE LONG.
vi. ROXIE SWISHER, b. 30 December 1913, Yadkin County,Hamptonville,North Carolina; m. CLYDE HOBSON.
vii.JOHN SWISHER, b. 09 December 1914; d. 09 October 1969, Surry County,Elkin,North Carolina;
m. IRENE ASHBURN, 16 July.
viii.ARVIL SWISHER, b. 29 March 1918, Yadkin County,Hamptonville,North Carolina; m. RUTH WOOTEN.
ix. MARY SWISHER, b. 09 November 1920, Yadkin County,Hamptonville,North Carolina; m. GARVEY BRANNON.
x. ETHEL SWISHER, b. 02 June 1922, Yadkin County,Hamptonville,North Carolina; d. 1974; m. RAY HAYES.
29. PLUTINA B.5 SWISHER (WILLIAM P.4, MICHAEL3, JACOB2, HENRY1) was born 06 March 1877, and died
09 February 1953. She married GROSS.
Notes for GROSS:
Mrs.Roxie Swisher Hobson said Grady P.Swisher was her cousin,his mother was Plutina Swisher and his
father a Gross???They never married
Child of PLUTINA SWISHER and GROSS is:
i. GRADY P.6 SWISHER, b. 17 April 1905; m. STELLA WOOTEN, 03 September 1927.
Notes for GRADY P. SWISHER:
Information for this family from JoAnn S. Pegram,daughter of Grady Swisher.
30. NANCY JANE5 SWISHER (WILLIAM P.4, MICHAEL3, JACOB2, HENRY1) was born 06 February 1879, and died
06 February 1954 in Yadkin County,Hamptonville,North Carolina. She married FLOYD MELTON MESSICK,
son of MESSICK and MARY VASHTI.
Notes for NANCY JANE SWISHER:
Nancy Jane Swisher Messick is buried at Branon Friends Cemetery. She was buried Feb. 8,1954
Notes for FLOYD MELTON MESSICK:
Information on this family from Ruby Messick,daughter of Floyd Messick.
Foyd Messick is buried at Branon Friends Cemetary,on Mar.22,1953.
William Glattus Messick is the only one in this family that had children.
Information from Ruby Florence Messick
Children of NANCY SWISHER and FLOYD MESSICK are:
i. WILLIAM GLATTUS6 MESSICK, b. 08 June 1907, Yadkin County,Hamptonville,North Carolina;
d. 05 January 1977; m. NELLIE MARTHA REINHARDT, 20 April 1925.
ii. GEORGE LAYMON MESSICK, b. 14 March 1911; m. TRESSA ANGEL, November 1949.
iii. RUBY FLORENCE MESSICK, b. 12 June 1913, Yadkin County,Hamptonville,North Carolina; m. NOT MARRIED.
Notes for RUBY FLORENCE MESSICK:
Miss Ruby Messick gave me information for this family.From this family the only one to have
children was William Glattus Messick,her brother.
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Letter received from Ruby Messick March 2,1981
Dear Mrs. Glasgow,
It was a surprise for me to hear from you concerning the Swishers.I would have wrote before now but
I have been sick.I have a picture of our Grandfather William Swisher's home with five of his children standing in
front of it.All his children were born there and all of us children were born there,and also Grady P.Swisher
of Kernerville was born there.My brother James Clifford Messick and I still live at the old Swisher home place.
I have got all of the pictures of Williams children except one and that one is Carrie Etta Swisher Pendry,but my
cousin J.Roy Pendry is going to send you that one with all his family.I took four of the old pictures I had to the
studio at Yadkinville this afternoon to have fixed for you and they will cost $16.64.I had a family picture of my
family,the only one that we had made all together.
I had one of the home place with five of Grandfather's children,and one of Aunt Angelina another one of
Grandfather's children,I never did get to see her because she died before I ever seen her and I took one of
Grandfather and Grandmother side by side and I feel like this one will turn out good they said it would be about
two weeks before they would be back but just as soon as I get them back Ill send them to you in the envelope
that you sent me. My cousin Grady P.Swisher visited with us yesterday and my cousin J.Roy Pendry visited
with us today.
There is five of us children and my oldest brother is the only one that had any children.But when I send
you the pictures I will send you the history of my parents family as best I can.
Sincerely,
Ruby F.Messick
p.s.
"Nellie" the name that James Swisher put on back of that picture was Francis Marion Swisher's wife,he made
a mistake by putting it on William Swisher picture.She was Nellie Mathis before she married Uncle Francis.
Hope to hear from you again soon
iv. JAMES CLIFFORD MESSICK, b. 27 November 1915, Yadkin County,Hamptonville,North Carolina;
m. NOT MARRIED.
v. OLLIE VELOURE MESSICK, b. 05 August 1918, Yadkin County,Hamptonville,North Carolina;
m. CLIFTON VAY COUCH, 24 December 1949.
31. JAMES MADISON5 CLINE (MARGARET ELLEN4 SWISHER, MICHAEL3, JACOB2, HENRY1) was born 06 March 1857
in Salisbury, North Carolina. He married (1) BARBARA ELLEN VEACH 21 December 1878 in Salisbury,
North Carolina. He married (2) SARAH E.EDWARDS 06 March 1884 in Rowan County, North Carolina.
Notes for JAMES MADISON CLINE:
1880 Census Rowan County pg 32. N.C. has James Cline age 21 and his wife Barbara age 22
1900 Census has James Cline living in Catawba Twp.Hickory,N.C.
Notes for SARAH E.EDWARDS:
Sarah Edwards may had a sister name Laura Angel Born Sept.1879.Information from 1900 Census
Rowan County,North Carolina
Children of JAMES CLINE and BARBARA VEACH are:
i. ELLIS D.6 CLINE, b. June 1881, North Carolina.
ii. ANDREW B. CLINE, b. 18 June 1886, North Carolina.
iii. ALMA B. CLINE, b. May 1888, North Carolina.
iv. NORA A. CLINE, b. August 1891, North Carolina.
v. GLADYS L. CLINE, b. March 1893, North Carolina.
vi. MARY E. CLINE, b. May 1898, North Carolina.
32. CRAWFORD5 CLINE (MARGARET ELLEN4 SWISHER, MICHAEL3, JACOB2, HENRY1) was born July 1862 in
Salisbury, North Carolina. He married SARAH VEACH 27 January 1881 in Salisbury, North Carolina.
Notes for CRAWFORD CLINE:
1870 Rowan Co. Census Franklin Township N.C. pg.20
Veach,Thomas age 22
Susan age 19
Sarah age 16
1880 Rowan Co.Census Franklin Township N.C. page 36
Rainy,Jack age 24
Amanda age 23 wife
Cline,Crawford age 19
1900 Census McLenna Co.Tx,Waco ,Tx has him living there with his family.
Children of CRAWFORD CLINE and SARAH VEACH are:
i. WALTER6 CLINE, b. August 1882, North Carolina.
ii. WILLIE CLINE, b. October 1887, North Carolina.
iii. HENRY CLINE, b. October 1889, North Carolina.
33. THOMAS ROBERT5 HOLT (MARGARET ELLEN4 SWISHER, MICHAEL3, JACOB2, HENRY1) was born 25 December
1869 in Salisbury, Rowan Co., North Carolina, and died 15 March 1945 in Charlotte, Mecklenburg Co.,
North Carolina. He married (3) ANNIE MAY CHILDERS BERRY. He married (1) MARY JANE ELIZABETH LAMBETH
23 April 1890 in Rowan County, Salisbury, North Carolina, daughter of WILLIAM LAMBETH and LUCY.
He married (2) JOANNE BURLESON 08 September 1904 in Salisbury,North Carolina, daughter of JOSEPH
BURLESON and LUCY.
Notes for THOMAS ROBERT HOLT:
Information Book-Titled FRANKLIN PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH By Claude F.Thomason
pg.134
Reg.Book at Court House,Salisbury,North Carolina page 73 Person Regt.in Franklin Township year 1901
Holt,Thomas R. age 36 Descended unless a voter himself 1 Jan.1867
paror there to Michael Swisher N.C. date of
appointment 29 Oct.1904
1896 - 1912 Salisbury Regt. Book
Cline,T.R. age 21 May 15,1908
Swisher,Mike Feb.25,1911
Swisher,Thomas age 47 Oct. 18,1892
1900 Census Franklin Township 2513/pg.68 11 Day June 1900
109/109 Holt,Thomas white/male born Dec 1869 age 30 married 10 yrs. all parents
born in N.C..Rents farm #99 of family schedule
Jane L. white/fem born May 1860 age 40 mother of 5 children 4 living
all parents born in N.C.
Dovie L. white/fem daughter born July 1891 age 8
Alva L. white/fem daughter born Dec.1896 age 3
Walter J. white/male son born Oct.1898 age 2
Grace M. white/fem daughter born Dec. 1899 5/12
Cline,Margaret white/fem mother/widow Dec. 1835 age 64
Amanda white/fem sister/single June 1850 age 49 (half-sister)
Mose white/male brother Sept.1876 age 23 farm laborer (nephew)
Corneluis white/male brother Sept.1887 age 12 farm laborer (nephew)
(Please note that the information on this census is not correct.)
Charlotte City Directory Charlotte North Carolina Library
1916 No Holt's
1918 No Holt's
1919/1924 No Directory
1925 No Holt's
1926 No Holt's
1927/1929 No Directory
1930 No Holt's
1931 Holt, Thomas R. watchman Fredrickson Motor Exp Co.(Wilson Viola)
Wid J.F. seamstress h.611 W.Liddell
1932 Holt, Thomas R. watchman Fredrickson Motor Exp Co. r.612 W.Liddell
(Wilson Viola 612 Liddell)
(Wilson Walter F.(Viola M.)cashier Liddell Co.h.2817
Morson Ave.
1933 Holt, Thomas R. Emp. Fredrickson Motor Exp.Corp 601 w.9th
1934 Holt, Thomas R. watchman r.612 Belmont Ave.
1935 Holt,Thomas R. r.627 E. 13th
1936 Holt,Thomas R. watchman r 627 E. 13th
1937 No Holt's
1938 Holt,T.R. watchman Charlotte Bonded Whse Co. Rd.7 Statesville Rd.
1939/1952 No Holt's
Social Security Records
ACCOUNT # ETC,:0 RFN: 6530441217
NAME: naa:Tom Robert Holt
BIRTH: dob:12/25/1868
plb:Rowan County,N.C.
Sex:M
etb:1
PARENT: mna:Margaret Swicher
fna: Jim Holt
INTERNAL: cyd:o1/xx/38
Death Cert. said Thomas Robert Holt died of a Coronary Occlusion Cert.#296 Charlotte,North Carolina
From Charlotte North Carolina Newspaper
ILLNESS FATAL TO T.R. HOLT
Retired Farmer Dies On South Mint Street After Brief Illness
Thomas R. Holt of 121 South Mint Street died last night at 8:20 o'clock after a brief illness.
The body is at Crouch Funeral Home and will remain there until Saturday at 1;Oclock.Funeral services will
be held Saturday afternoon at 3;O'clock at Franklin Presbyterian Church near Salisbury.Internment will be
held at the church cemetery.
A retired farmer ,Mr.Holt had lived in Charlotte for 17 years,coming here from Rowan County.
Surviving him are three daughters,Mrs.Alva McKenzie,with whom he lived:Mrs.W.F.Quillman of Salisbury,
and Mrs.Charles Seaman of Mocksville;one son W.J. Holt of Charlotte;two nephews M.L.Cline of Salisbury;
26 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren. (Charlotte paper March 1945)
Notes for JOANNE BURLESON:
JoAnne was the daughter of Joseph and Lucy Burlison from Stanley County,N.C. No children
Children of THOMAS HOLT and MARY LAMBETH are:
ii. DOVIE LAMBETH6 HOLT, b. 27 July 1891, Salisbury, Rowan Co., North Carolina;
d. 14 September 1974, Salisbury, Rowan Co., North Carolina; m. WILLIAM FRANKLIN QUILLMAN,
09 June 1912.
Notes for DOVIE LAMBETH HOLT:
Salisbury Evening Post,Salisbury,N.C. Sept.14,1974
Mrs. Quillman of Route 8
Mrs.W.F.Quillman,83,the former Dovie Holt,Rt.8,died Saturday
morning en route to Rowan Memorial Hospital.
Services will be 4 p.m.Monday at Calvary Baptist Church with the
Rev.J.A.Richardson Jr. and Rev.Jesse Ballew officiating.Burial will be
in the family plot of the church cemetery.
The body will be at Lyerly Funeral Home until 30 minutes before
the service.The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 7
to 9 p.m. Sunday.
Mrs.Quillman was born July 27,1891,in Rowan County to the late
Thomas R.and Jane Lambeth.She was educated in Rowan schools and was a
member of Calvary Baptist church.
Her husband,W.F. Quillman,died November 10,1965.
Survivors include one son,W.F.Quillman of Rt.8;four
daughters;Mrs.Virginia Phelps of the home,Mrs.Margie Watkins of Rt.8,
Mrs.S.L.(Mildred)Koontz of Rt.1 Linwood and Mrs.C.L.(Nellie) Wilhelm
of Rt.3 China Grove;one sister,Mrs Alva McKenzie of Charlotte;17
grandchildren;20 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild.
From 1910 Salisbury Directory, Rowan County,Library list a Miss Dovie
A. Holt at 205 W.Harrison,Salisbury,N.C.
1.1900 Census Rowan County North Carolina Franklin Township 11 Aug.
sheet A/7 pg.68 Family 109/109
2.Death copy of arrangements by Lyerly Funeral Home Salisbury,N.C.
Notes for WILLIAM FRANKLIN QUILLMAN:
1.1900 Census Rowan County Salisbury North Carolina
Quillman Ibm Aug.1863
William Feb.1892
Else Feb.1894
Ella Jan.1896
Fesperman Rosa Sept.1882 Aunt
From the McCubbins Collection Salisbury,N.C.
Book 39 page 422: Jan. 23,1850, George Swink--- makes his mark & no wife signed-- let Leah Quillman,
(both of Rowan Co.,N.C. ) have 100 acres,beginning on the corner of John Foster & on the line of William
Dulin at a stake,& going north 44 chains & 75 links to a red oak on the corner of John Foster,south with his
line 45 degrees west 64 chains & 50 links to the beginning: also one acre adjoining the above,beginning at a
Walnut tree and lining west 19 poles to a stake,south 5 poles to a persimmon,east to a peach tree,20 poles
on the Julian line,than with the said line to the beginning,for $100.00,witnessed & proved by Raiford Bailey
in May,1852
Most of information on the Quillman family was from Walter Ray Quillman and Virginia Quillman Phelps
of Salisbury,North Carolina.
iii. ALVA LOIS HOLT, b. 09 December 1895, Salisbury, Rowan Co., North Carolina; d. 10 September 1975,
Jacksonville, Duval Co., Florida; m. NORMAN DAVIS MCKENZIE, 12 October 1912, Concord,
North Carolina.( This is LOIS SPURRIER GLASGOW grandmother and this is how her line of
Swisher's come in.)
iv. JAMES MADISON HOLT, b. 17 October 1898, Rowan County, Salisbury, North Carolina; d. 18 January 1899,
Rowan County, Salisbury, North Carolina.
Notes for JAMES MADISON HOLT:
James Madison Holt was a twin to Walter Jones Holt
v. WALTER JONES HOLT, b. 17 October 1898, Rowan County, Salisbury, North Carolina; d. 27 September 1959,
Mecklenburg Co., Charlotte, North Carolina; m. FANNIE C. STILLER.
Notes for WALTER JONES HOLT:
Believe from a Charlotte N.C. paper
Walter J.Holt
Walter J.Holt 61 of 5508 Wilkinson Blvd,died suddenly Sunday Sept.27,1959.
Born Oct 17,1897 in Salisbury,N.C.He was the son of the late Thomas R.Holt &
Jane Lambreth Holt.In Salisbury he attend Coburn Memorial Methodist Church
and on moving to Charlotte became a member of Moores Chapel Methodist
Church.Since 1949 he owned and operated the Holt Box Company and was a
veteran of W.W.I.
Survivors include three sons:Robert L.Holt and Glen F.Holt of Charlotte,
Edward W.Holt of Los Angeles Calif.A daughter Mrs.Eugene(Mildred)Tucker
of Charlotte;three sisters Mrs.W.F.Quillman and Mrs.Grace Seamon of Salisbury,
Mrs.N.D.McKenzie of Jacksonville Fla..Also six grandchildren and one Great
Grandchild.Furneral services will be held at 2:pm today at McEvens West
Chapel with the Reverand James A.Northington,pastor of Moores Chapel
Methodist Church officiating.Interment to be in St.Marks Lutheran Church
Cemetery near Salisbury.Mr.Holts nephews will serve as pallbearers.
Information from the Charlotte N.C.City Directory at the Library.Charlotte,N.C.
1916 no Holts,1918 no Holts,1919-1924 no copy of city directory,1925 no Holts,
1926 no Holts,1927-1929 no copy of city directory.
1930 appeared Holt,Walter J.(Fannie)driver Frederickson Mtr.exp Corp. h.304
S.Cedar
1931 Holt,Walter J.(Fannie) driver Frederickson Motor Exp Co.h.314(304)S.Cedar
1932 Holt,Walter J.(Fannie)truck driver h.314 S.Cedar
1933 Holt,WAlter J.(Fannie C.)emp.Frederickson Motor Exp.Corp h.317 W.Palmer
1934 no Holt,1935 no Holt
1936 Holt,Walter J. driver r.121 Mint
1937 Holt,Walter J.(Fannie C)truck driver h.201 E.11th
1938 Holt,W.J.(Fannie C.)driver Pender Grocery Co. h.122 1/2 5th
1939 Holt,Walter J.(Fannie C.)Warehouseman h.118 S.Davidson Apt.3
1940 Holt,Walter J.(Fannie C.)Clk Pender Gro.Co.h.118 S.Davidson Apt.3
1942 no Holt
1943 Holt,Walter J.(Fannie S.)driver Fredrickson Mtr.Exp.Corp h.118 S.
Davidson Apt.4
1944 Holt,Walter J.(Fannie C.)driver H.118S.Davidson Apt.4
1945-1946 Holt Walter J.(Fannie C.)Storekeeper Charlotte Qtrmstr Dept.
h.118 Davidson Apt.4
1947 Holt,Walter J.(Fannie)Salsman City Furnish and Sales h.118 S.Davidson
Apt.4
1948-1949 Holt,Walter J.(Fannie)Cabinetmaker h.118 S.Davidson Apt.4
1950 Holt,Walter J.(Fannie)woodworker M&G Box Co.h.118 S.Davidson Apt.4
1951 no Holt
1952 Holt,Walter J.(Fannie S.)with Holt Box Co.h.1322 1/2 West Trade
Notes for FANNIE C. STILLER:
1900 Census Rowan County Locks Township North Carolina pg.3456 Sheet 3/2
196/108
27/27 Stiller,Lee A. Dec.1855 age 44
Mary A. Feb.1862 28
James R. Apr.1882 18
John L. Apr.1884 16
Rosie B. June 1888 14
Robert L. Dec.1890 11
Joseph F. Dec.1891 8
George A. Feb.1894 6
Charlie A. Dec. 18
FANNIE C. Feb.1898 2
Thomas Sept.1880 19
Mattie Mar.1880 20 daughter-in-law
Lonnie May 1890 9 grandson
vi. GRACE MYTLE HOLT, b. 11 December 1899; m. CHARLES SEAMON.
Notes for GRACE MYTLE HOLT:
Salisbury Paper
Mrs.Seamon 71 of Spencer Nov.26,1971
Mrs.Grace Holt Seamon 71 of 302 S.Yakin Ave.Spencer.Buried in St.Mathews Lutheran Church in
Davie County.She was born 11 Dec.1898,parents Thomas and Jane Holt.Her husband Charles A.
Seamon died May 23,1948.
3 Sons Thomas Seamon Rt.1 Woodleaf,North Carolina
Harold Seamon Rt.7 Mocksville,North Carolina
Daniel Seamon 3rd St.Extension Rt.8 Salisbury,North Carolina
2 Daughters Mrs. Oscar Cook Rt.7 Mocksville,North Carolina
Mrs. John Gaither Rt.1 Mocksville,North Carolina
2 Sisters Mrs.Dovie Quillman and Mrs.Alma Holt
vii. THOMAS JAMES HOLT, b. June 1902, Rowan County, Salisbury, North Carolina; d. June 1902,
Rowan County, North Carolina.
34. CLARENCE E.5 FESPERMAN (REBECCA C.4 SWISHER, MICHAEL3, JACOB2, HENRY1) was born December 1873.
He married MARY V. HUDSON 16 March 1899, daughter of J.A. HUDSON and E..
Notes for CLARENCE E. FESPERMAN:
1900 Rowan Co. Census Franklin Township Reel#2578 15 June 1900
175/175 Fesperman,Clarance 26 Dec. 1873 merchant rents md 1 yr N.C.
Mary A. 30 Apr. 1869 wife
Herman C. Feb. 1900 son
Giddon V. Feb. 1900 son
Fesperman,Rebecca 62 Apr. 1838 mother widow
&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&
Fesperman,Clarence E. and Mary V. Hudson Mar.16,1899 H.N.Woodson.H.D.
Groom age 25; son of W.C. and Rebecca Fesperman Richard Rose
Bride age 27;daughter of J.A. and E. Hudson, Bertha Click
Rev. C.A. Rose,officiat. Cora Kenerly
Marriage Notes for CLARENCE FESPERMAN and MARY HUDSON:
Fesperman,Clarence E.---Mary V. Hudson Mar.16 1899
Groom age 25,son of W.C. & Rebecca Fesperman:bride age 27 daughter of J.A. and E.Hudson,
Rev. C.A. Rose,officiat witness H.N. Hudson,Richard Rose,Bertha Click,Cora Kenerly,
Children of CLARENCE FESPERMAN and MARY HUDSON are:
i. HERMAN C.6 FESPERMAN, b. February 1900.
ii. GIDDON V. FESPERMAN, b. February 1900.
35. JOHN DIXIE5 FESPERMAN (LAURA E.4 SWISHER, MICHAEL3, JACOB2, HENRY1) was born August 1869.
He married MAGGIE GENTLE 05 April 1890.
Notes for JOHN DIXIE FESPERMAN:
1900 Rowan County,N.C. Census Salisbury Township page 6701
456/621 Fesperman,John D. age 30 Aug.1869 married 10 yrs.
Maggie 28 Apr. 1872 2 children,2 living
Eva 5 May 1895
Love 1 July 1899
Marriage Notes for JOHN FESPERMAN and MAGGIE GENTLE:
Fesperman,John D. to Maggie Gentle April 5,1890 H.N. Woodson,R.D.
Groom age 20; son of Monroe and Laura Fesperman G.H.Fesperman
Bride age 18 daughter of Colbert and Sophia Gentle M.S. Julian
Wedding April 6,1890, D.A. Julian,JP,officiating A. Brown
Children of JOHN FESPERMAN and MAGGIE GENTLE are:
i. EDNER M.6 FESPERMAN, b. December 1892.
ii. EVA FESPERMAN, b. May 1895.
iii. LOVE FESPERMAN, b. July 1899.
36. CHARLES MONROE5 FESPERMAN (CORNELIA4 SWISHER, MICHAEL3, JACOB2, HENRY1) was born March 1868.
He married JULIA LAMBETH 09 May 1889 in Rowan County, North Carolina, daughter of WILLIAM LAMBETH
and LUCY.
Notes for CHARLES MONROE FESPERMAN:
1900 Census Franklin Township Rowan Co.North Carolina 12 of June pg.2544
142/142 Fesperman,Charles M. age 32 Mar.1868 md.12 yrs all N.C.
farmer rents #122
Julia C. 36 May 1864 4 children
Lottie P. 7 Sept 1892
Walter S. 6 Jan.1894
Charles W. 4 Mar.1896
David L. 2 May 1898
Coon,Laura C. 49 Nov.1850 cousin washer woman
Marriage Notes for CHARLES FESPERMAN and JULIA LAMBETH:
Copy of marriage license #1860 Rowan County Court House,Salisbury,N.C.
9 May 1889
Charles M.Fesperman of Rowan County age 18 son of David H.Fesperman and Cornelia F.Fesperman,
father living and mother living resident of Rowan County.
Julia C. Lambeth of Rowan County age 25 daughter of William Lambeth and Lucy Lambeth,the father
living,the mother dead resident of Iredell County.
Married by Geo.W.Fisher,Minister of the Methodist Episcopal Church South
Witnesses: Ida G. Miller of Rowan Co.,A.C. Patterson of Rowan Co. W.W.Malone of Rowan Co.
Children of CHARLES FESPERMAN and JULIA LAMBETH are:
i. WESLEY LEE6 FESPERMAN.
ii. LOTTIE P. FESPERMAN, b. September 1892.
iii. WALTER S. FESPERMAN, b. January 1894; d. Thomasville,North Carolina.
iv. CHARLES W. FESPERMAN, b. March 1896.
v. DAVID L. FESPERMAN, b. May 1898.
37. MATHEW LOVE5 FESPERMAN (CORNELIA4 SWISHER, MICHAEL3, JACOB2, HENRY1) was born 1876.
He married MINNIE KOONTZ 09 April 1894 in Rowan County, North Carolina, daughter of ALFRED KOONTZ.
Notes for MATHEW LOVE FESPERMAN:
1900 Census Salisbury Township,Rowan Co.N.C. 13 June page 2551
Fesperman,Minnie age 29 Sept.1870 farmer all N.C.
Addie N. son 5 Apr.1895
Mathew G. son 3 Oct. 1897
Marriage Notes for MATHEW FESPERMAN and MINNIE KOONTZ:
Fesperman,Mathew to Minnie Koontz April 9,1894 H.N. Woodson,R.D.
Groom age 17; son of David and Cornelia Fesperman A.B. Brown
Bride age 24 ; daughter of Alfred Koontz William Fults x
Wedding Apr.10,1894 Rev. C.A. Rose Officiating H.G. Miller
C.A. Jacobs
Mary Lents
Children of MATHEW FESPERMAN and MINNIE KOONTZ are:
i. ADDIE VARDELL6 FESPERMAN, b. April 1895.
ii. MATHEW GOMER FESPERMAN, b. October 1897.
Notes for MATHEW GOMER FESPERMAN:
Lottie Weant said Mathew Fesperman was called " Pistol Pete " and had a daughter named Tommy
who work for the farm office.
38. FREDRICK THEODORE5 FESPERMAN (CORNELIA4 SWISHER, MICHAEL3, JACOB2, HENRY1) was born
December 1878, and died 07 June 1932. He married MARY M. EUDY 04 December 1897 in Rowan
County, North Carolina, daughter of JULIUS EUDY and SARAH.
Notes for FREDRICK THEODORE FESPERMAN:
1900 Census Franklin Township,Rowan Co.N.C. 11/12 June page 2523
119/119 Fesperman, Fredrick age 21 Dec. 1878 md. 3 yrs. day labor rents
Mary M. 20 May 1880 wife
Walter D. 1 Feb.1898 son
Marriage Notes for FREDRICK FESPERMAN and MARY EUDY:
Fesperman,Freddie T. to Mary Eudy Dec.4,1897 H.N. Woodson,R.D.
Groom age 18; son of D.H. and Amelia F.Fesperman Sarah Eudy
Bride age 17, daughter of Julius and Sarah Eudy C.M. Fesperman
Officiating H.C.Lentz,J.P. R.L. Lentz
M.A. Lentz; J.A. Rose
Child of FREDRICK FESPERMAN and MARY EUDY is:
i. WALTER DAVID6 FESPERMAN, b. February 1898.
39. ADIA ELLIE5 FESPERMAN (CORNELIA4 SWISHER, MICHAEL3, JACOB2, HENRY1) was born June 1885.
She married ADAM ADDERSON LEFTER 13 June 1908.
Children of ADIA FESPERMAN and ADAM LEFTER are:
i. BILL6 LEFTER.
ii. WALTER DAVID LEFTER.
40. SARAH ANN5 SWISHER (MICHAEL NEWTON4, MICHAEL3, JACOB2, HENRY1) was born 12 February 1880.
She married WASHINGTON SMITH 25 March 1899 in Rowan County, North Carolina, son of JOHN SMITH and
BARBARA.
Notes for WASHINGTON SMITH:
1900 Census Salisbury Township Rowan Co.North Carolina 25 June pg.196
272/286 Smith,Washington age 24 Mar.1876 md. 1 yr. day labor all N.C.
Sarah 20 Apr. 1880
John F. 2/12 Apr. 1900
Marriage Notes for SARAH SWISHER and WASHINGTON SMITH:
#000001029 Sarah A. Swisher daughter of Michael N.Swisher and Wincy Swisher.
Washington Smith age 24 son of John T. and Barbara Smith
Witnesses P.A. Brown,E.A.Campbell,J.G. Bullybo
Children of SARAH SWISHER and WASHINGTON SMITH are:
i. JOHN F.6 SMITH, b. 02 April 1900; d. 28 May 1917.
Notes for JOHN F. SMITH:
Death certificate Rowan county Court House, Salisbury,North Carolina
Vol. 15 page 313
____________ Smith Parents William and Sarah Ann Switcher
I don't know if this Smith was the infant that died at childbirth or if it is John F.
Smith.
ii. INFANT SMITH.
Notes for INFANT SMITH:
Death Certificate Rowan County Court House, Salisbury, North Carolina
Infant Smith ____________???of William Swisher
lived 8 hours. father William Smith
mother Sarah Ann Swicher
Mike Swisher fill out death certificate.Summersett Funeral Home; midwife delivered child.
41. MARY M.5 STROUD (SARAH ELIZABETH4 SWISHER, MATHAIS3, JACOB2, HENRY1) was born 22 March 1849 in
Davie County,North Carolina, and died 28 March 1930 in Davie County,North Carolina. She married
MILAS ALEXANDER SWISHER 02 May 1870 in Davie County,North Carolina, son of JONAS SWISHER and
MARY JACOBS.
Notes for MILAS ALEXANDER SWISHER:
Rowan County Salisbury NC. Civil War Roll of Honor History of Rowan County
Page 368 Swisher,Malis Alexander 6 th Reg.Arti a famer enlisted Mecklenburg County age 23
1 July 1861 discharge at Buchanan,Va. by reason of disability Mat 10,1862
From copy of Civil War papers May 1 to Oct 31 1862 was reported absent sick since Aug.19th by order of
Gen.Hood. Nov. to Dec 1862 discharged on account of disability while in hospital at Buchannon,Va.,
date and authority not known.
WIDOW'S APPLICATION FOR PENSION Act of Mar.8,1921 and S.S 1921
County of Davie On this 9 th day of July A.D. 1924 personally appeared before me W.M.SEAGORD,
C.S.C. in and for the State and County aforesad,MARY SWISHER,age 74 years and a resident at CALAHAM
post office,in said County and State,and who,being duly sworn, makes the following declaration in order to
obtain the pension under the provisions of an act entitled "An Act to amend and consoliate the pension laws
of the State of North Carolina,"ratified Mar.8,1921:that she is the widow of the late Alexander Swisher who
enlisted in Company G. 6 th Regiment,North Carolina State Troops ,on or about the 1 st day of July 1861 to
serve the armies of the late Confederate States.She further states:
That she married to said Solier or Sailor before the first day Jan.1880;
That she is now a widow,and has been for twelve months immediately preceding this Application for
Pension a bona fule resident of North Carolina.
That she holds no office under the United States,or under any State or County,from which she is receiving
the sum of three hundred dollars as fees or as salary annually;
That she is not worth in her own right,or the right of her late husband,property at its assessed value for
taxation to the amount of $2,000,nor has she disposed of property of such value by gift or voluntary
conveyance since the 11 th of March,1885;
And that she is not now receiving any aid from the State of North Carolina or under any other statute
providing for the relief of the maimedand blind soldiers of this or any other State.
&&&&&&&&
From Davie County Record 7 Oct. 1914 Davie County Library
Mr.Milas Swisher near Sheffield died Wed. death resulting from blood poison.Mr.Swisher was about
65 yrs. of age and leaves a wife and several children to moun his lost.He was a member of Society Baptist
Church and his pastor Rev.D.W. Littleton of this city conducted the funeral services this morning,after which
his remains were laid to rest in the Society burial grounds.Mr.Swisher was a good man and will be missed in
this community.He was the father of Romus Swisher who was killed 2 or 3 years ago at a threshing.
Davie County Wills 1914 Vol. 2 page 511
SWISHER,M.A. Lagatee M.S. Swisher, Floyd Swisher, Mary Swisher, Sallie Swisher
&&&&&&&&&&&&&
1870 Rowan County Census Franklin Township North Carolina page 29
Swisher Milas age 33 farmer all NC.
Mary 20
1880 Davie County Census Calaham Township North Carolina 3 June page 2
Swisher,Milas age 44 farmer all NC.
Mary E. 29 wife
Sarah 7
Romas A. 4
Marshal 8/12 Oct. son
1900 Davie County Census Calaham Township NC. 6 June page 2871
42/43 Swisher,Milas A. Mar. 1839 age 61 married 30 yrs owns farm #43
Mary E. Mar.1851 49 7 children 5 living
Sallie May 1877 23 single
Roum July 1878 21 single
Marshal Oct. 1880 19 single
Roxie A. May 1884 16 single
Floyd Aug. 1889 10 single
&&&&&&&&&&&&&
Book 69 page 74; Oct.22,1873, Milas Swisher and wife Mary H., Thomas C. Winders and wife Angeline,
George Coon and wife Mary E, Allen Weant and wife Barbara, let John Eagle --- all of Rowan Co. N.C. have 91
1/4 acres on the old Mocksville Road three and one half miles from Salisbury next Letitia Brown,John Eagle,
Farley Ellis and William B. Coughenour, for $321.00.
( This is land belonging to the heirs of the deceased Mary Swisher and which she inherited from Barbara Jacobs.)
( Old Peter Swink in Dec.1927, says Jonas Swisher, who married Mary Jacobs, lived on old Mocksville road
over three miles from Salisbury ( where Mrs. John Eagle now lives ) and left descendants in the section.
Children of MARY STROUD and MILAS SWISHER are:
i. SARAH ELIZABETH6 SWISHER, b. 27 June 1873; d. 06 July 1929, Davie County,North Carolina;
m. NOT MARRIED.
Notes for SARAH ELIZABETH SWISHER:
Death certificate Davie County NC. Vol16,page 2
Sarah E.Swisher single born 27 June 1873, died 6 July 1929 Davie Co.NC. at age 36,
died by shotgun.Father Milas Swisher,mother Mary Stroud information from Floyd Swisher
Hickery Grove,NC.
ii. ROMAS SWISHER, b. 18 July 1875; d. 03 July 1910, Iredell County,North Carolina.
Notes for ROMAS SWISHER:
Romus Swisher was killed at a threshing.
iii. SALLIE SWISHER, b. 1877.
iv. ROAM SWISHER, b. 1878.
v. MARSHALL SAVANAH SWISHER, b. 08 October 1879; d. 01 October 1961, Mocksville,North Carolina;
m. EFFIE T.CLEARY, 26 May 1919.
Notes for MARSHALL SAVANAH SWISHER:
Death Certif. Vol 45 page 211 Marshell Savanah Swisher wife Effie Cleary
retired farmer; born 11 Oct. 1879 died Oct. 1, 1961
father-- Milas Swisher ; mother-- Mary Stroud
information-- Johnnie Swisher Rt.1, Mocksville, N.C.
Buried at Liberty Pilgrim Holiness, Mocksville, N.C.
vi. ROXIE A. SWISHER, b. 20 May 1884; d. 01 October 1961, Davidson County,North Carolina;
m. REUBEN PARKER.
vii.FLOYD SWISHER, b. 08 May 1889; d. 17 March 1959, Davie County,North Carolina;
m. (1) ANNIE B.JOYNER, 19 October 1915; m. (2) LOUISE RICHARDSON, 01 August 1931.
Notes for FLOYD SWISHER:
Floyd Swisher NC.Pvt. Co. K 156 Depot Brigade WW I
viii. CORA SWISHER, b. 08 May 1889; d. 08 May 1889, Iredell County,North Carolina.
ix. FLORA SWISHER, b. 08 May 1889; d. 08 May 1889, Iredell County,North Carolina.
42. ANDREW MATHIAS5 STROUD (SARAH ELIZABETH4 SWISHER, MATHAIS3, JACOB2, HENRY1)
was born 29 November 1852 in Iredell County,North Carolina3, and died 25 March 1932 in Iredell County,
North Carolina. He married SARAH JANE GAITHER in Iredell County,North Carolina.
Notes for ANDREW MATHIAS STROUD:
1880 Census Davie County Calahan North Carolina
page 79 182/182 Stroud,Andrew age 28 farmer all N.C.
Sarah J. 24 wife
William D. 6
Meredith C. 4
Sheldon M. 1
1900 Census Davie County North Carolina sheet #9
Stroud,Andrew age 48 born Nov. 1851
Sarah J. wife 44 born July 1855
John F. born July 1882
Sanford E. born Oct. 1886
Woody B. born Nov. 1891
Dora B. born Jan. 1897
Stroud,Richard born June 1836
Mary J. born Sept. 1837
Stroud,Meredith M. 24 born May 1876
Sarah C. 22 born May 1878
Children of ANDREW STROUD and SARAH GAITHER are:
i. WILLIAM DAVID6 STROUD, b. 22 November 1873, Iredell County,North Carolina.
ii. MEREDITH KLYMA STROUD, b. 06 May 1876, Iredell County,North Carolina; m. SALLY GRATER.
Notes for MEREDITH KLYMA STROUD:
1900 Census Davie County,North Carolina
Stroud,Meredith M. age 24 born May 1876
Sarah C. 22 May 1878
iii. SHELDON MONROE STROUD, b. 21 February 1879, Iredell County,North Carolina;
d. 22 April 1965, Guilford County, North Carolina; m. DOVIE GRIFFITH.
Notes for SHELDON MONROE STROUD:
1900 Census Davie County, North Carolina
Stroud,Shelton age 21 born Feb.1879 farmer laborer
(boarder with Calvin Godley family)
iv. JOHN FRANKLIN STROUD, b. July 1882.
v. SANFORD EDWARD STROUD, b. 18 October 1886, Iredell County,North Carolina;
d. 19 June 1946, Davie County,North Carolina; m. AVIS DAYVAULT, 29 November 1909.
vi. MOODY BUNION STROUD, b. November 1891, Iredell County,North Carolina; m. ESSIE GRIFFIN.
vii. DORA B. STROUD, b. 20 January 1896, Iredell County,North Carolina; m. NUMA PIERCE.
43. CALVIN MATTHIAS5 SWISHER (PETER MCKNIGHT4, MATHAIS3, JACOB2, HENRY1) was born 10 May 1860
in Iredell County,North Carolina, and died 23 November 1920 in Iredell County,North Carolina.
He married (1) MARIAH STROUD, daughter of PICKNEY STROUD and ELIZABETH MASON. He married
(2) MARTHA JANE COVERT. He married (3) DELIA ELVINA STROUD.
Notes for CALVIN MATTHIAS SWISHER:
1907-1908 Statesville County Directory
Swisher,C.M. Coolsprings,North Carolina
G.C. Coolsprings,North Carolina
1880 Census Iredell County Turnersburg Township North Carolina 16 June
page 23 166/166 Elam, Silas age 22 farmer
Tabitha C. 29 wife
Olla B. 8 daughter
James 5 son
Angeluis 3 son
Swisher,Calvin 19 works on farm
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March, 1978 Information from Davie County Public Library, Mocksville, North Carolina ,
given by P. Martin , said that Calvin Swisher had the following children, Eugene ,Fred ,Franklin,
and Nettie.
Notes for DELIA ELVINA STROUD:
1870 Census Iredell Co. Turnersburg North Carolina page 1
2/2 Stroud, Pinkney age 30 farmer 150--200 Tn. N.C. N.C.
Elizabeth 35
Richard 14
DELIA 12
Franklin 10
Sarah Eliz 8
Dayton 7
Lou 6
Daniel 4
Mini 2
Nami 7/12
1880 Census Iredell Co. Turnersburg North Carolina page 24
169/169 Stroud,Pinkney age 48 farmer
Eliz 46
Richard 24
DELIA 23
Franklin 20
Eliz 18
Dayton 16
Louisa 15
Daniel 13
Mini 11
Nani 9
Columbia 8
Floyd 6
Angiustus 2
Children of CALVIN SWISHER and MARIAH STROUD are:
i. EUGENE6 SWISHER.
ii. FRED SWISHER.
iii. NETTIE SWISHER.
Child of CALVIN SWISHER and MARTHA COVERT is:
iv. GROVER CLEVELAND6 SWISHER, b. 25 October 1884, Iredell County,North Carolina;
d. 04 September 1959, Iredell County,North Carolina.
Children of CALVIN SWISHER and DELIA STROUD are:
v. INFANT6 SWISHER.
vi. FRED MCKNIGHT SWISHER, b. 19 August 1891.
vii.NETTIE MAE SWISHER, b. 30 August 1895, Iredell County,North Carolina;
d. 10 May 1978, Iredell County,North Carolina.
viii. FRANKLIN SWISHER.
44. NEWMAN E.5 STROUD (MARY JANE4 SWISHER, MATHAIS3, JACOB2, HENRY1) was born 16 January 1857
in Davie County,North Carolina, and died 27 January 1917 in Iredell County,North Carolina.
He married LAURA E. HORN 17 January 1880 in Davie County,North Carolina, daughter of DAVIDSON
HORN and ELIZABETH TURNER.
Notes for NEWMAN E. STROUD:
1880 Census Davie County Calahan North Carolina page 27
Stroud, Newman T. age 23 farm laborer
Laura L. 22 wife
Children of NEWMAN STROUD and LAURA HORN are:
i. CARL BELT6 STROUD, b. 13 April 1881, Davie County,North Carolina; d. 13 November 1954,
Lexington,Noth Carolina; m. MARY JANE IJAMES, 14 October 1900.
ii. RAYMER ALEXANDER STROUD, b. 23 October 1885, Davie County,North Carolina; d. 17 April 1966,
Guilford County, North Carolina; m. EDNA ALLIE OWANS, 26 January 1910.
iii. DORA BEATRICE STROUD, b. 17 July 1887, Davie County,North Carolina; d. 05 October 1962,
Davidson County,North Carolina; m. WILLIAM SUDGEN, 02 March 1917.
iv. ARCHIE RICHARD STROUD, b. 29 June 1891, Davie County,North Carolina; d. 12 May 1962,
Davie County,North Carolina; m. SADIE MILLER, 25 November 1915.
v. ENFANT STROUD, b. 05 May 1894, Iredell County,North Carolina; d. 20 June 1894, Iredell County,
North Carolina.
45. SYLVASTER MARION5 WINDERS (ANGELINE S.4 SWISHER, JONAS3, JACOB2, HENRY1) was born 12 May 1857,
and died 28 December 1932 in Rowan County, North Carolina. He married (1) SARAH ELIZABETH KESTER
14 January 1878 in Rowan County, North Carolina. He married (2) ANNIE MONROE 04 December 1886 in
Rowan County, North Carolina, daughter of PETER MONROE and MARIA C. Notes for SYLVASTER MARION
WINDERS:
1880 Census Rowan County,Franklin Township,North Carolina page 27
Winders,Sylvester age 22
Sarah E. 21
Solemon C. 1
Swisher,Vesti 16 cousin farm worker
1900 Census Rowan County,Franklin Township, North Carolina pg.2496
91/91 Winders,Sylvester age 43 May 1857
(wife #2) Annie C. 33 Nov.1866
Oscar 12 Jan.1888
Walter C. 10 Apr.1890
Mary I. 8 May 1892
Remuis 6 Oct.1894
Ave 6 Oct.1894
Robert 3 Mar.1897
Livis R. 6/12 Nov.1899
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From the McCubbins Collection Salisbury Library
Book 77 page 315; Feb.16,1894,S.M. Winders & wife Annie M,Let James M.Monroe---all of Rowan Co.
N.C.---have lot #2 or 18 26/100 acres in the estate of deceased Marla C. Monroe,for $200,acknowledged
on the same day. (W.A. Monroe & others let Annie M. have this on Dec.23,1887 as a separate estate).
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Rowan County Court House, Salisbury,N.C. death certif. for Sylvester Marion Winders 1992
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Lois Glasgow personally visit Cemetery at Mt.Tabor Meth.Church in Salisbury.
Grave marker:Sylvester M.Winders 12 May 1857 ------- 28 Dec.1932
wife Annie Monroe 12 Nov. 1864 ------ 11 Oct.1940
Marriage Notes for SYLVASTER WINDERS and SARAH KESTER:
#000001101 Rowan County Marriage Bonds
Winders,Sylvester---- age 20 Son of Calvin and Angeline Winders
Sarah Elizabeth Kester---- age 20 daughter of W.H. and Perlina Kester
Married 14 Jan.1878
Marriage Notes for SYLVASTER WINDERS and ANNIE MONROE:
Rowan County Marriage Bonds
Winders,S.W.------age 29 son of Calvin and Angeline Winders
Annie Monroe------age 19 daughter of Peter T. and Maria C.Monroe
Married 4 Dec.1886
Children of SYLVASTER WINDERS and SARAH KESTER are:
i. SOLEMON OSCAR6 WINDERS, b. January 1888.
Notes for SOLEMON OSCAR WINDERS:
1900 Census Rowan County Salisbury Township,North Carolina pg.5753
Winders, Solomon born Jan.1879 age 21 single all N.C.
boards with Monroe, Robert family lives on main street
Lita
ii. WALTER C. WINDERS, b. August 1890.
iii. MARY I WINDERS, b. May 1892.
iv. REMUS WINDERS, b. October 1894.
v. AVE WINDERS, b. October 1894.
vi. ROBERT WINDERS, b. March 1897.
Child of SYLVASTER WINDERS and ANNIE MONROE is:
vii. LEVIS R.6 WINDERS, b. November 1899.
46. OSBORNE C.5 WINDERS (ANGELINE S.4 SWISHER, JONAS3, JACOB2, HENRY1) was born September 1858 in
Rowan County, North Carolina, and died Abt. 1929. He married MARGARET R. MCSWAIN 10 January 1881
in Rowan County, North Carolina, daughter of CHARLES MCSWAIN and ELIZABETH.
Notes for OSBORNE C. WINDERS:
1900 Census Rowan County,Franklin Township,North Carolina 14 Jun. pg.2671
166/166 Winders,Osborne age 41 Sept. 1858 19 yrs. married rents
Margaret R. 41 Sept. 1858 9 children 7 living
Mary B. 17 Nov.1882 single
Linsa J. 15 Jan. 1885
Liza A. 10 Jul. 1889
Lucy M. 7 Jul. 1892
Thomas J. 5 Feb. 1895
Sophia E. 3 Mar. 1897
Marriage Notes for OSBORNE WINDERS and MARGARET MCSWAIN:
Rowan County Marriage Bonds
Winders,Osborn C.------- age 22 son of Calvin and Angeline Winders
Margaret McSwain-------- age 22 daughter of Charles and Elizabeth McSwain
Married 10 Jan.1881
Children of OSBORNE WINDERS and MARGARET MCSWAIN are:
i. MANDE6 WINDERS, m. ALBERT HONEYCUTT.
ii. MARY BELL WINDERS, b. November 1882; m. WHITMAN.
iii. LINSA J. WINDERS, b. January 1885.
iv. LIZA A. WINDERS, b. July 1889.
v. LUCY M. WINDERS, b. July 1892.
vi. THOMAS J. WINDERS, b. February 1895.
vii. SOPHIA E. WINDERS, b. March 1897; m. CHARLES HONEYCUTT.
47. IDA D.5 WINDERS (ANGELINE S.4 SWISHER, JONAS3, JACOB2, HENRY1) was born 1862 in Rowan County,
North Carolina, and died Abt. 1898 in Rowan County, North Carolina. She married CHARLES E. SHOAF
17 September 1887 in Rowan County, North Carolina, son of JESSE SHOAF and SALLIE.
Notes for CHARLES E. SHOAF:
1900 Census Rowan County, Franklin Township,North Carolina page 2544
Taken 12 June
Shoaf,Charles age 31 Aug.1868 married 1 yr. laborer rents
(wife #2) Emaline E. 21 Aug.1878 1 child 1 living
Richard S. 10 May 1890
Edner B. 8 Apr. 1892
Thomas E. 7/12 Oct. 1899
Marriage Notes for IDA WINDERS and CHARLES SHOAF:
Rowan County Marriage Bonds
Winders,Ida D.------age 25 daughter of Calvin and Angeline Winders
Charles E.Shoaf----age 21 son of Jesse and Sallie Shoaf
Married 17 Sept.1887
Children of IDA WINDERS and CHARLES SHOAF are:
i. RICHARD S.6 SHOAF, b. May 1890.
ii. EDNER B. SHOAF, b. April 1892.
48. MARY E.5 WINDERS (ANGELINE S.4 SWISHER, JONAS3, JACOB2, HENRY1) was born January 1863.
She married MOSES P.SHUPING 16 September 1891 in Rowan County, North Carolina, son of J.A. SHUPING
and FINGE.
Notes for MOSES P.SHUPING:
1900 Census Rowan County,Franklin Township,N.C. 15 June page 2578
181/181 Shuping,Moses age 29 Sept. 1870 married 7 yrs.
Mary 37 Jan. 1863
Willie F. 7 Jul. 1892
John F. 2 Sept.1897
Marriage Notes for MARY WINDERS and MOSES P.SHUPING:
#00001007 Rowan County Marriage Bonds
Winders,Mary E.-----age 26 daughter of Calvin and Ann Winders
Moses P. Shuping---age 20 son of J.A. and Finge Shuping
Married 16 Sept. 1891
Children of MARY WINDERS and MOSES P.SHUPING are:
i. WILLIE F.6 SHUPING, b. July 1892.
ii. JOHN F. SHUPING, b. September 1897.
49. MARSHALL SAVANAH5 SWISHER (MILAS ALEXANDER4, JONAS3, JACOB2, HENRY1) was born 08 October
1879, and died 01 October 1961 in Mocksville,North Carolina. He married EFFIE T.CLEARY 26 May 1919,
daughter of JOHN CLEARY and SARAH CUNNINGHAM.
Notes for MARSHALL SAVANAH SWISHER:
Death Certif. Vol 45 page 211 Marshell Savanah Swisher wife Effie Cleary
retired farmer; born 11 Oct. 1879 died Oct. 1, 1961
father-- Milas Swisher ; mother-- Mary Stroud
information-- Johnnie Swisher Rt.1, Mocksville, N.C.
Buried at Liberty Pilgrim Holiness, Mocksville, N.C.
Children of MARSHALL SWISHER and EFFIE T.CLEARY are:
i. JOHNIE MARSHELL6 SWISHER, b. 04 January 1920; m. BETTY SMITH, 15 December 1941,
Chesterfield,South Carolina.
ii. WINTFERD CLYDE SWISHER, b. 20 December 1922, Davie County,North Carolina;
d. 13 December 1977, Davie County,North Carolina; m. PATTIE M. HODGSON, 27 March 1948,
Davie County,North Carolina.
Notes for WINTFERD CLYDE SWISHER:
Death Certif. Vol.53 page 238 Davie County,North Carolina
Wintferd Clyde Swisher died 13 Dec.1977 Harmony North Carolina ; married Pattie Mae Hobson ;
furniture worker
father Marshall Swisher
mother Effie Cleary
Information from Mrs. Pattie H. Swisher
Rt. 1 Harmony,North Carolina
Buried at Clarksbury Meth.Church Cemetery, Harmony North Carolina
Funeral Home Bunch Johnson , Statesville, North Carolina
iii. ISABELL SWISHER, b. 31 January 1925; m. (1) HARVEY CLEARY; m. (2) FRED EASTRIDGE, 03 October 1970.
50. ROXIE A.5 SWISHER (MILAS ALEXANDER4, JONAS3, JACOB2, HENRY1) was born 20 May 1884,
and died 01 October 1961 in Davidson County,North Carolina. She married REUBEN PARKER.
Child of ROXIE SWISHER and REUBEN PARKER is:
i. MOODY6 PARKER.
51. FLOYD5 SWISHER (MILAS ALEXANDER4, JONAS3, JACOB2, HENRY1) was born 08 May 1889,
and died 17 March 1959 in Davie County,North Carolina. He married (1) ANNIE B.JOYNER 19 October 1915.
He married (2) LOUISE RICHARDSON 01 August 1931.
Notes for FLOYD SWISHER:
Floyd Swisher NC.Pvt. Co. K 156 Depot Brigade WW I
Children of FLOYD SWISHER and ANNIE B.JOYNER are:
i. FLOYD HARDING6 SWISHER, b. 23 August 1934, Mocksville,North Carolina;
m. (1) CATRINA; m. (2) PEGGY ROBERTSON, 13 April 1964.
ii. ROBERT LEE SWISHER, b. 30 August 1936, Mocksville,North Carolina;
m. WILMA GLADDEN, 30 January 1960.
iii. JOHNIE RAY SWISHER, b. 03 October 1938; m. LEONA BOWIE.
52. VASTI5 SWISHER (BARBARA ISABELLA4, JONAS3, JACOB2, HENRY1) was born 1863.
She married RUFUS ALEXANDER WRIGHT 01 December 1885 in Rowan County, North Carolina,
son of WILLIAM WRIGHT and JANE BROWN.
Notes for RUFUS ALEXANDER WRIGHT:
Information from Bessie Wright Ragland ; 9 North Road,Salisbury,N.C. 28144
This information was found in the book " Michael Brown of Old Stone House "
by Roscal Brown Fisher
page 144 -- 166
Rufus Wright born Aug.6,1869, died Mar.20,1938 was married 3 times.
wife #1. Vasti Swisher married 15 Dec. 1885 had one son name Talmadge Wright who married
Lillie Cook of Alb.
#2. Pearl Glymph married 1881
#3.Bessie C.Farris
Rufus parents were Jane Sophia Brown; 1830 -- 1906 William Alexander Wright ;
sister ------- Alice Maria Wright 1857 --1932 md. Richard Pendleton 1863 -- 1907
brother ----- Robert Burton Wright 1861 - 1899
md. #1. Alice Prince 1866 -- 1885
#2.Laura Marie Fraly 1863--1926
brother ---- William Hall Wright 1865 -- 1948
md. #1. Laura Elizabeth Ginn 1866 -- 1898
#2. Laura Fraly Wright 1863 -- 1926
Rufus grandparents were MICHAEL BROWN 1779 -- 1845
JANE MORGAN PHILLIPS 1786 -- 1863
Rufus great- grand parents were CONTIN. JOHN BROWN 1754 --
CATHERINE MILLER 1758 --
Rufus great-great grandparents were MICHAEL BROWN
MARGARETA
Marriage Notes for VASTI SWISHER and RUFUS WRIGHT:
Wright,Rufus to Vasti Swisher Dec.1,1885 J.A. Thomason,G.T.Thomason
Groom age 18;son of William and June Wright F.C.Thomason
Bride age 22 daughter of Isabella Swisher.
Wedding Dec.15,1885 Rev C.A. Rose officiating.
Child of VASTI SWISHER and RUFUS WRIGHT is:
i. TALMADGE6 WRIGHT, m. LILLIE COOK.
Endnotes
1. #000040932 Davie Co. N.C.
2. Death Certificate North Carolina State Board of Health #573
3. Information for this family from Grandson of Andrew M.Stroud.( Mr. Ernest Webb Stroud) High Point,N.C.
This is all I have on the Swisher's of North Carolina.
Still trying to prove Jacob Swisher is Michael Swisher's father.
---Lois Spurrier Glasgow
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