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Veteran’s Day

Nov11

Honor Roll
Eddie Epperson, a high school classmate, died in the Vietnam War. Eddie was remembered by all as a friendly guy who always made us laugh. We were sadded to hear of his death. Many years later our family visited the Vietnam Memorial in Washington, DC. I discovered his name in the directory and quickly moved to the hard granite panel bearing his name. As I lifted my pencil to record his name etched on paper, I was not prepared for the emotion welling inside me at that moment. May we not forget the huge sacrifice that millions have made for our freedom. Pray for our country, that we not give that freedom away, and the losses be in vain.

Charles Nye Buckland (top right)

Ellis H. Buckland, 82nd Airborne

Larry C. Buckland, US Army

Brian K. Buckland, US Marines

David F. Buckland, US Air Force
Walter E. Buckland, US Navy

Walter Graham

Leman C. Davis

Richard McHaffa

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Originally intended to mark the anniversary of the ending of World War I, a day was established paying tribute to the heroes of that tragic struggle and rededicating ourselves to the cause of peace. Later, the United States was involved in other great military conflicts, which added millions of veterans living and dead to the honor rolls of this Nation. In 1926, Congress called for the observance of November 11 to be known as Armistice Day. Today, we pay homage to the veterans of all its wars who have contributed so much to the preservation of this Nation. A celebration to honor America’s veterans for their patriotism, love of country and willingness to serve and sacrifice for the common good.

Veteran’s Day – November 11, 2008

Thank you
Wanda said…
I did not get it to you in time, but my cousin Donald Rash also died in Vietnam. Michael, our youngest, and I road the train up to Washington during spring break a few years ago and we found Donald’s name and etched it as well. I have pictures somewhere. 🙂 It was a very powerful moment, as you say. His twin brother Ronald was on a hill above the battle when Donald’s group was wiped out. They are the sons of my mother’s brother Joe Rash. Thanks. WBR

On This Day in 1719

Nov10
289 Years Ago Today
November 10, 1719
Nance Gregory, my 5th great grandaunt was born in Prince Georges County, VA.
Her parents were Thomas Gregory (1696-1739 Weyanoke, VA) and Elizabeth Nance.

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66 Years Ago Today
November 10, 1942
Thurman Edward Harless married Mary Shrader in Bluefield, WV.
My 3rd cousin, once removed actually died on this same date in 1990.
Information from Janet Harless Peters

On This Day in 1850

Nov10
158 Years Ago Today
November 10, 1850
Obed Edom Burton Kiser
My 1st cousin, three times removed was the second oldest child
of Joseph Kiser and Elizabeth Smith in Russell County, VA.
  1. Elizabeth Kiser
  2. Obed Edom Burton Kiser
  3. Joseph Kenton Kiser III
  4. John Peery Kiser
  5. Polly Ann Kiser

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142 Years Ago Today
November 10, 1866
Noah Sutherland, my 1st cousin, three times removed, was the 9th of 10 children born to Elijah Sutherland and Mary Polly Childress.

  1. Elihu Sutherland
  2. Martha Jane Taylor Sutherland
  3. Elizabeth Sutherland
  4. Rebecca Sutherland
  5. Cynthia Sutherland
  6. Phoebe Sutherland
  7. Frances Sutherland
  8. Mary Sutherland
  9. Noah Sutherland
  10. Elijah Beauregard Sutherland

On This Day

Nov9
Upon hearing the word Florida, a mental pop-up of snobbish condescending resorts, overly developed west coast beaches and jam-packed tourist attractions comes to mind. However, the Forgotten Coast, as it is often called, is home to the Apalachicola Bay where the long winding river empties into the blue green waters of the Gulf of Mexico and a sleepy little town offers some of the best local seafood known to man. My husband and I road-tripped the 80-mile journey today in the most beautiful sunshine our state has to offer. This time of year, as God tilts the earth on its axis, glistening waters reflect the suns beauty better than at any other time of year. We lazily drifted down deserted old streets in Apalachicola and browsed through unique shops of not-so typical beach and nautical décor. One shop owner’s dog napped atop the checkout counter, rolling over long enough for us to rub his belly, then smiled at us with contentment. The mutt seemed pleased to have us visit for a spell. At the proprietor’s suggestion, we stopped by the Owl Café for a fabulous lunch of fish and chips to the tune of wonderful jazzy music; a respite indeed for any workaholic whose time is ticking away until Monday morning strikes again.

So enjoy our pictures, better than a thousand words, but be assured, being there was better than any picture can tell. If you want to know more about the area, visit http://www.cityofapalachicola.com/

Before the development of railways in the Gulf states, Apalachicola was the third busiest port in the Gulf of Mexico (behind New Orleans and Mobile). In the late 1800s and early 1900s, the sponge trade, led by Greek immigrants, was a major industry in the town. Apalachicola is still the home port for a variety of seafood workers, including oyster harvesters and shrimpers. More than 90% of Florida’s oyster production is harvested from Apalachicola Bay. The bay is well protected by St. Vincent Island, Flag, Sand, St. George Island, and Cape St. George Island.

The Forgotten Coast

A view of Apalachicola from the bridge.

A Shrimper’s Life

On This Day in 1859

Nov9
149 Years Ago Today

November 9, 1859 my g-grandaunt
Emily Sutherland was born in Russell Co., VA.
She was the 4th of 11 children born of
Jessee Sutherland & Mahala Kiser.

  • Matilda Sutherland
  • Phoebe Sutherland
  • Mary Polly Sutherland (my g-grandmother)
  • Emily Jane Sutherland (m. Johnston Baxter Kiser)
  • Sarah Sutherland
  • Alabama Sutherland
  • Thomas A. Sutherland
  • Margaret P. Sutherland
  • Joseph Sutherland
  • Samuel Perry Sutherland
  • Daniel Sutherland

      • Thanks to Becky Chafin, a cousin and an avid genealogist in Russell County, I have this picture of the home where Jessee & Mahala reared their children. Two narrow doorways look rather strange on the front. However, the family could slide a section of that front to oneside, thereby enlarging the doorway tremendously. These southern pioneers could hide their horses inside the house during the Civil War to keep the Yankee soldiers from stealing them.

      On This Day in 1882

      Nov8
      126 Years Ago Today
      November 8, 1882
      Hannah J. Davis (my great grandaunt)
      married William “Bill” Addison in Russell Co., VA.
      Happy 5th Anniversary Jill Burkett & Timothy Wayne Boyd

      (Jill is my 3rd cousin, once removed – on the Brooks side of the family)

      Brooks genealogy comes to me from several family sources:
      Shirley Fields
      Kathey Haynes
      Ruby Bradley Brooks (indirectly)
      Thank you,
      sk

      On This Day in 1930

      Nov8
      78 Years Ago Today

      James William Gregory
      November 8, 1930 – December 19, 1930
      3rd cousin, once removed

      When a Little Baby Dies
      From the book “Rhymes Of Childhood'” ©1924
      Edgar Guest

      When a little baby dies
      And the wee form silent lies,
      And the little cheeks seem waxen
      And the little hands are still,
      Then your soul gives way to treason,
      And you cry: “O, God, what reason,
      O, what justice and what mercy
      Have You shown us by Your will?”

      “Oh, there are so many here
      Of the yellow leaf and sere,
      Who are anxious, aye, and ready
      To respond unto Your call;
      Yet You pass them by unheeding,
      And You set our hearts to bleeding!
      Oh how bitterly upon us
      Do Your vaunted mercies fall!

      “Yet some day, in after years,
      When Death’s angel once more nears,
      And the unknown, silent river
      Looms as darkly as a pall,
      You will hear your baby saying,
      “Mamma, come to me, I’m staying
      With my arms outstretched to greet you,
      “And you’ll understand it all.

      On This Day in 1876

      Nov7
      132 Years Ago Today
      November 7, 1876


      Orpha Narcissus Jessee was born in Russell County, VA.

      She was the second wife of Wm. “Bill” Brooks, my g-grandfather.
      Orpha was the 6th of 10 children born to
      John Counts Bull Jessee and Margaret “Peggie” Cross.
      In that line, she was my 2nd cousin, 4 times removed.
      1. Susan Helen Jessee
      2. William Robert Jessee
      3. Dora Laura Jessee
      4. Charles Benson Jessee
      5. Asa Jeter Acie Jessee
      6. Orpha Narcissus Jessee
      7. Virthie Jessee
      8. Sally Jessee
      9. Nannie Maryanne Jessee
      10. Andrew J. Jessee

        On This Day in 1983

        Nov7
        HAPPY BIRTHDAY
        CHRISTA


        25 Years Ago Today
        November 7, 1983

        Christa Danielle was born in Ohio
        to Larry C. Buckland & Gloria Sturgess.

        I will give thanks to You, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made;

        Wonderful are Your works, And my soul knows it very well.
        Psalm 139:14

        On This Day in 1862

        Nov6

        146 Years Ago Today
        November 6, 1862
        Martha Steele & Thompson Edward Gregory
        were married in Bland County, VA. Thom was my 2nd g-granduncle,
        the 14th of 15 children born to John K. & Elizabeth H. C. Gregory.
        (siblings listed in a previous post this week)
        Thom was the father of at least 12 children.
        1. Emma E. Gregory
        2. George R. Gregory
        3. Ella L. Gregory
        4. Perlina Belle Gregory
        5. Samuel W. Gregory
        6. Martha J. Gregory
        7. Mary N. Gregory
        8. Obed E. Gregory
        9. Grover Cleveland Gregory
        10. Edward S. Gregory
        11. Dorothy Gregory (mother Lucy Hawley, 2nd wife)
        12. Ruth Gregory (mother Lucy Hawley)

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        120 Years Ago Today
        Mollie E. Harmon November 6, 1888 – June 29, 1889
        She was the grandniece of Thompson Gregory.
        She rests in the Whitley-Peery Cemetery, Riverside Dr, N. Tazewell, VA
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        My GREGORY genealogy comes from a very generous cousin who shared her research with me. Thank you Janet Harless Peters.