Jerry Nesbitt was born in Dickson County, Tenn., June 14, 1848, and is the son of Andrew F. and Nancy (Dilleha) Nesbitt. The father was justice of the peace for several years. His death occurred March 26, 1863 (see W. … Continue reading →
In the name of God, Amen. I, Shadrick Bell of Dickson County and State of Tennessee being infirm of body but of sound mind and memory do make and publish this as my last Will and Testament revoking and making … Continue reading →
James Worley, African American In John Livingston’s biographical sketch of Montgomery Bell, he wrote of James Worley: He [Worley] had worked with his master at the hatting trade, and was his most efficient and useful assistant in bringing order out … Continue reading →
Edward Brown, a superintendent and general manager of the N. & T., Narrow Gauge Railroad, was born in Lynchburg, Va., June 11, 1834, being one of the family of seven brothers and three sisters of Edward and Martha Anne (Rucker) Brown. The father … Continue reading →