Know Your Jefferson and Marion County History Notes
A reflective piece outlines Jefferson and Marion County's mid to late 19th century development. It traces Ward Taylor Sr and Jr as newspaper ties, the Jimplecute name origin, local industry like Kellyville iron works, and the Excelsior Hotel lineage. It notes early county government seats and historic owners such as Mrs. Kate Woods and Mrs. James I Peters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ward Payier
Reading
Jimplevilte
Jefferson
Jefferson Herald
Lamp Lighter
Jefferson Gazette
Herald and Reporter
Herald and “Gazette
Star State Jeffersonian
Axel
Confederate News
Trans-Mississippi Bulletin
Commercial Bulletin
Union Intelligence
George Addison Kelly
Lockett and Stewart
Kelly
Kellyville
Kelly Blue
Longview
Wiliam Perry
Excelsior
Beloved Pop Turner Proclaimed Town Postman Spotlight
Residents recall Pop Turner as the constant mail carrier, joking that he has carried the heavy sack since Pony Express days and has become a fixture of the town’s daily routine.
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Pop Turner
Pony Express
Jefferson and Marion County in Civil War service
Volunteers and enlistments surged in Jefferson and Marion County though fighting stayed away. Notables included Lt. O P Durrum Major James F Henderson George T Todd and James Harrison Rogers with sons Theodore and Albert. The county formed defenses supplied arms and funds, supported widows and orphans, and organized patrols while Jefferson became a Confederate meat hub and inland port as Federal fleets threatened the area.
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Jefferson
Marion County
O. P. Durrum
James F. Henderson
George T. Todd
Black’s Co
1St
Texas Reef. Infantry
John B. Hood
Hood
H. P. Mabry
3Rd
Texas Cavalry
W. B. Ward
Samuel M. Ward
Texas Infantry
S. B. Maxey
Ealy
James Harrison Rogers
Theophilus
Albert
Rogers
General Rogers
Jesse Allen Wise
General Rogers Howe
Commissioners Court
Confederate States of Arcus
R. Hazelwood
Mississippi River
N. A. Birge
Trans-Missionipf
Capt. Birk
Buell
Jefferson and
Ku Klux Klan
Alley
Dan Lester
Waco
Houston
E. Kirby Smith
Wil Perry
Yankee Soldier Under Tuell Command Garrisoned in Jefferson
A Yankee soldier, under the command of General Tuell, leads forces in the Northern ring garrison stationed at Jefferson. Public notes describe the arrangement as part of ongoing operations in the region. The account emphasizes leadership and strategic placement without additional combat details.
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Tuell
Jefferson
Jefferson History Society and Museum Membership Appeal
Information furnished by the Jefferson Historical Society and Museum urges readers to join as members. The notice emphasizes supporting local history through membership with a promotional nudge to enroll.
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Jefferson Historical Society and Museum
Biscuits and Syrup Stirs Simple Pantry Cheer
A playful note extols biscuits with plenty of Karo syrup, praising rich flavor and satisfying texture. The casual, old fashioned tone emphasizes hearty eating and homey comfort without specific events or dates.
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Taylor
Ward
Tay
Ward Taylor, Jr
Port of
Swanson
Earles
Jadds
Jeffer
Tnown
Ward Taylor
Marion Coun
Jimpléville
Joe Marsh
Mening, Noe
Leona Bender
KTLA
Wffice
Simplecute Office
Manila
Handler
Staplers
Texas Almanac
Texas
Mir
Oldsmobile
General Motors
Henderson Motor CO
Highway 59
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