I hope some of you who go will take notes and report back to the list. Wish I could be there. Cynthia

Sorry about this. I forgot to take out the reply address. Janice Redmon Smith <lippy01@yahoo.com> wrote: Mother, I thought you and Aunt Jenny just might be interested in this Blue Springs Old Timers Day. Love, Janice SeaGee69@aol.com wrote: Old-timers day set at Blue Springs Floridan Staff Report Jackson County Floridan Wednesday, May 2, 2007 Blue Springs Old Timers Day is set for Saturday, May 5, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Blue Springs Recreation Area. The Blue Springs Working Group is hosting the event. Dr. Steve Shimmel, Working Group leader, says, "The purpose is to assemble those who have known and cherished Blue Springs in order to hear their stories of the 'old days' at the spring." The event begins at 11 a.m. with an informal visit with friends and interviews. A covered dish picnic-with fried fish and hush puppies provided-begins at noon. A storytelling session kicks off at 1 p.m. All those who want to tell stories or hear them is invited. Guests are asked to bring: a covered dish to compliment fried fish, a lawn chair, old photos of Blue Springs, and stories to share or an ear to listen. Shimmel says, "Blue Springs has been a magnet for the citizens of Jackson County for nearly 200 years. It has been a special place to swim, picnic, relax and play hooky from school. Family reunions, Fourth of July celebrations, school outings and church baptisms are all part of the springs story. Come join us as we add to that history." For information, call Shimmel at 526-2761, extension 3246. ************************************** See what's free at http://www.aol.com. ------------------------------- To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to FLJACKSO-request@rootsweb.com with the word 'unsubscribe' without the quotes in the subject and the body of the message --------------------------------- Ahhh...imagining that irresistible "new car" smell? Check outnew cars at Yahoo! Autos. ------------------------------- To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to FLJACKSO-request@rootsweb.com with the word 'unsubscribe' without the quotes in the subject and the body of the message --------------------------------- Ahhh...imagining that irresistible "new car" smell? Check outnew cars at Yahoo! Autos.

Mother, I thought you and Aunt Jenny just might be interested in this Blue Springs Old Timers Day. Love, Janice SeaGee69@aol.com wrote: Old-timers day set at Blue Springs Floridan Staff Report Jackson County Floridan Wednesday, May 2, 2007 Blue Springs Old Timers Day is set for Saturday, May 5, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Blue Springs Recreation Area. The Blue Springs Working Group is hosting the event. Dr. Steve Shimmel, Working Group leader, says, "The purpose is to assemble those who have known and cherished Blue Springs in order to hear their stories of the 'old days' at the spring." The event begins at 11 a.m. with an informal visit with friends and interviews. A covered dish picnic-with fried fish and hush puppies provided-begins at noon. A storytelling session kicks off at 1 p.m. All those who want to tell stories or hear them is invited. Guests are asked to bring: a covered dish to compliment fried fish, a lawn chair, old photos of Blue Springs, and stories to share or an ear to listen. Shimmel says, "Blue Springs has been a magnet for the citizens of Jackson County for nearly 200 years. It has been a special place to swim, picnic, relax and play hooky from school. Family reunions, Fourth of July celebrations, school outings and church baptisms are all part of the springs story. Come join us as we add to that history." For information, call Shimmel at 526-2761, extension 3246. ************************************** See what's free at http://www.aol.com. ------------------------------- To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to FLJACKSO-request@rootsweb.com with the word 'unsubscribe' without the quotes in the subject and the body of the message --------------------------------- Ahhh...imagining that irresistible "new car" smell? Check outnew cars at Yahoo! Autos.

I wish I had known about this sooner. ************************************** See what's free at http://www.aol.com.

Old-timers day set at Blue Springs Floridan Staff Report Jackson County Floridan Wednesday, May 2, 2007 Blue Springs Old Timers Day is set for Saturday, May 5, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Blue Springs Recreation Area. The Blue Springs Working Group is hosting the event. Dr. Steve Shimmel, Working Group leader, says, "The purpose is to assemble those who have known and cherished Blue Springs in order to hear their stories of the 'old days' at the spring." The event begins at 11 a.m. with an informal visit with friends and interviews. A covered dish picnic-with fried fish and hush puppies provided-begins at noon. A storytelling session kicks off at 1 p.m. All those who want to tell stories or hear them is invited. Guests are asked to bring: a covered dish to compliment fried fish, a lawn chair, old photos of Blue Springs, and stories to share or an ear to listen. Shimmel says, "Blue Springs has been a magnet for the citizens of Jackson County for nearly 200 years. It has been a special place to swim, picnic, relax and play hooky from school. Family reunions, Fourth of July celebrations, school outings and church baptisms are all part of the springs story. Come join us as we add to that history." For information, call Shimmel at 526-2761, extension 3246. ************************************** See what's free at http://www.aol.com.

At a meeting on Sept. 9, 1861, the JACKSON CO. HOME GUARD was organized and the persons constituting the GUARD consisted of the following: John Davis---Captain Jas. H. Brett----1st Lieutenant A. Finlayson----2nd Lieutenant P. R. Pittman----Orderly Sergeant A. H. Bush R. S. Dickson I. Widgeon Rev. C. F. Britton C. Rostrum Rev. B. B. Hollis Rev. J. P. Lockey J. B. Davidson Rev. C. C. Sullivan F. B. Calloway A. S. Reviere Elias Dykes S. Arnold L. H. Woodward G. F. Baltzell Rev. S. H. Cooper S. J. Baker R. H. Long C. J. Staley E. J. Merritt A. G. Bush J. T. Russ Rev. J. C. Robinson J. W. Johnston Rev. D. B. Godwin A. Sellars W. E. Lipford R. Gilbert A. Lewis J. W. Armistead G. S. Hawkins E. Phillips W. A. Farley William Yarborough William Nichols J. W. Russ Rev. R. Bush T. M. White W. Chapman ************************************** See what's free at http://www.aol.com.

COMMITTED. To the jail of Leon County on Thursday, August 3 1854, a Negro boy who says his name is Jerry, and that he belongs to RICHARD HEYGOOD of GADSDEN COUNTY. Said Negro is about 5 feet 10 inches high, brown complexion, front teeth prominent and a little apart. The owner will comply with the terms of the law and take him away. H. T. Blocker Sheriff and Jailer August 5 1854 LAND FOR SALE The subscriber offers for sale his plantation, lying ten miles East of QUINCY, on Swamp Creek,- There are 500 acres in the tract, 300 of which are cleared. It is as good land as can be found in GADSDEN COUNTY. On the premises are a good dwelling house, gin house and screw, with every other out-building necessary on a farm. Terms made easy. Address me through the QUINCY Post Office, or see me at my residence, nine miles from QUINCY, on the Stage Road leading to Tallahassee. W. HUDNALL August 12 1854 NOTICE Notice is hereby given to all persons having claims against the Estate of Griffin M. Fletcher, lately deceased , of GADSDEN COUNTY. to present them to the undersigned Executor within the time prescribed by law, otherwise this notice will be pleaded in bar, and all those indebted to said Estate are requested to make payment immediately ZABUD FLETCHER, Executor July 1 1854. D. P. HOLLAND, Attorney and Counselor At Law, in QUINCY FLORIDA, will practice in the Courts of the Middle Circuit, and of JACKSON and Franklin Counties. October 23 1852 ARTIN P. DOBY and R. H. M. DAVIDSON, AS DOBY AND DAVIDSON, Attorneys At Law, of QUINCY FLORIDA, will practice in the Eastern Counties of West Florida. All business entrusted to their care will receive prompt attention. December 24, 1853 JOSEPH H. DuPONT, Attorney At Law, QUINCY FLORIDA, will continue to occupy the office by the late firm of C. H. & J. H. DuPONT, and to practice to the adjacent Counties of the Middle and Western Circuits. January 7, 1854 A. N. McIVER of QUINCY and BOLLING BAKER, of Tallahassee, Attorneys At Law, will practice in the Middle and Eastern Circuits of Florida, and in the counties of Decatur and Thomas GA. January 7 1854 NOTICE Six months after date, the undersigned administrator of the Estate of JOHN G. RAWLS, deceased, late of GADSDEN COUNTY, will present her final account and vouchers to the Judge of Probate of said County, and asked to be discharged. ELIZABETH RAWLS March 18 1854 ************************************** See what's free at http://www.aol.com.

Janette, Thank you for your interest. The book is $24.95 for soft cover or $33.95 for hard cover. (Plus $5.76 for shipping). You can order either online at www.exploresouthernhistory.com or by mail from me at: Dale Cox 3201 Kendall Ave. Fort Smith, AR 72908 The books come directly from the printer, so allow 10-15 days for delivery. Best, Dale Granette76@aol.com wrote: Hi Dale, How much for the book and where do we order it. Janette ************************************** See what's free at http://www.aol.com. ------------------------------- To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to FLJACKSO-request@rootsweb.com with the word 'unsubscribe' without the quotes in the subject and the body of the message

Hi Dale, How much for the book and where do we order it. Janette ************************************** See what's free at http://www.aol.com.

cOULDN'T BE OUR hALL HE'S TOO OLD Love, Kathryn ************************************** See what's free at http://www.aol.com.

In a message dated 4/23/2007 9:19:10 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, Forehand9@aol.com writes: I love that story!!! May I have and use your name for that quote????? Dave Forehand Absolutely, My Grandmother was Helen C. Young, my name is Teri Schneider. _TS316@aol.com_ (mailto:TS316@aol.com) Have a great Day! ************************************** See what's free at http://www.aol.com.

DEAF AND DUMB ASYLUM OF KENTUCKY. The subscriber, as the resident agent of the said institution, offers for sale, in tracts, and upon terms to suit purchasers, about Four Thousand Acres of LAND, situated in the county of JACKSON, in the State of Florida. Also, the Right to Locate, to a limited extent. The above lands were selected at an early date, by an experienced judge, and are believed to be amongst the finest in the county. C. H. DUPONT Agent for the D and D. A. of KY. JUNE 12 1847 NOTICE! Is hereby given, that George Russ, one of the heirs of the estate of James F. Russ, late of the County of Jackson, in the State of Florida, dec'd., has this day, by his attorney, filed his petition before the Probate Judge of the said County, for a distribution of the said estate, and that, three months from the date of this notice, he will ask for an order of distribution. B. F. Dennard Attorney for Petitioner SEPT 4 1847 ************************************** See what's free at http://www.aol.com.

I love that story!!! May I have and use your name for that quote????? Dave Forehand ************************************** See what's free at http://www.aol.com.

In a message dated 4/23/2007 12:58:59 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, Forehand9@aol.com writes: 13 1/2 cents per pound was the price of cotton. Dave Forehand My Grandmother told the story of picking cotton, when she was five she worked all day in the fields with her parents. She said that on the way home she would sit on the cotton and pee so the cotton would weigh more. LOL ************************************** See what's free at http://www.aol.com.

13 1/2 cents per pound was the price of cotton. Dave Forehand ************************************** See what's free at http://www.aol.com.

The price of cotton was 13 1/2 cents in Nov. 1850, in middle Florida. In an autobiography by DR. CHARLES HENTZ, who came to Jackson Co. in 1848 and settled at Port Jackson, he states: "One of the worst, whiskey drinking, fighting, horse racing, gambling communities to be found this side of Texas." Dr. Hentz moved to Jackson Co. because of the large numbers of slaves and successful plantations, as he knew he would always have plenty of work and he would always get paid! DAVE FOREHAND ************************************** See what's free at http://www.aol.com.

Good question about the farmers! Here is my opinion, may not be others! Yes, I did list planters and not farmers. Planters farmed for profit while farmers farmed for substance, and little profit. Most farmers moved frequently and sold/re-bought land every few years. A majority of farmers farmed for themselves and not for commerce. A majority were not of the affluent class of educated professionals and were not wealthy by means. In 1850, there were 287 farms altogether, the majority with few or no slaves and very small plots of land, ranging from 1-500 acres. Now, from 1850 to 1860, the number of total farms increased to 581. The majority of these farms were, as I consider, small farmers. But, these small farmers produced the majority of cotton in 1860, about 60%. Dave Forehand Taken from 1850 and 1860 census schedules, tax rolls, and U.S. Agriculture census schedules. ************************************** See what's free at http://www.aol.com.

When I send information or a line list to this mailing list, it seems to change everything up!! It was not originally written this way. Any questions about any of the individuals, you can contact me! Dave Forehand forehand9@aol.com ************************************** See what's free at http://www.aol.com.

I have compiles a list of the top 28 planters in Jackson Co. based on amount of livestock, bushels of corn, and at least 50 bales of cotton. The value of livestock is listed as Dollars. The bales of cotton are weighed at 400 pounds a bale. Corn is listed as bushels. I have also put the planters name, age, native state, and acres owned in 1850. Not in alphabetical order. PLANTER AGE NATIVE ST. ACRES LIVESTOCK CORN COTTON Robert Young 44 SC 800 1250 2000 100 Benjamin Wynns 60 Bermuda 1720 2500 4000 90 Isaac Widgeon 40 VA 350 2500 2500 60 Thomas White 39 NC 400 2000 4000 130 Amos Snell 46 GA 800 1300 1500 50 S. W. Smith 34 NC 740 1400 1900 75 Joseph W. Russ 46 NC 420 1600 3000 54 John G. Russ 43 NC 540 1500 1500 94 John Roulhal 52 NC 1840 5482 7000 170 Mary Roberts 54 NC 2480 2200 2000 75 William Nickels 50 ME 880 1200 2000 70 John Milton 43 GA 2160 3000 6000 160 William Hall 38 NC 400 13500 1500 50 Francis Ely 38 NC 536 2700 3000 55 Jesse Coe 68 MD 3233 2000 3000 250 Thomas M. Bush 59 GA 5674 4000 4500 165 Elijah Bryan 55 GA 2500 2600 3600 60 Edward Bellamy 49 SC 1100 1600 2690 100 Simmons Baker SR. 75 NC 2242 2000 5000 200 James Baker 51 NC 960 1900 2600 100 The following are missing age and native state. Cary Whitaker 1300 2500 50 John Waddell 640 1400 2000 125 Hugh Spears 1500 1000 2000 57 Russ Estate 480 1400 1500 82 Joseph T. Russ 400 1700 2000 90 George Gray 1600 3000 102 J. H. Brett 1000 2000 75 Simmons Baker JR 1277 1600 2000 95 ************************************** See what's free at http://www.aol.com.

Here is a list of the planters who produced 100 or more bales of cotton in JACKSON COUNTY in 1860. The list also includes the number of slaves each planter had during the year 1860. JAMES BAKER 78 SLAVES 100 BALES SIMMONS J. BAKER 84 SLAVES 200 BALES THOMAS BARNES 168 SLAVES 230 BALES THOMAS M. BUSH 72 SLAVES 165 BALES JESSE COE 125 SLAVES 250 BALES JOHN G. ROULHAC 86 SLAVES 170 BALES N. A. LONG 61 SLAVES 160 BALES GEORGE GRAY 38 SLAVES 102 BALES JOHN WADDELL 33 SLAVES 125 BALES THOMAS M. WHITE 88 SLAVES 130 BALES WYNN'S ESTATE 33 SLAVES 100 BALES ROBERT A. YOUNG 17 SLAVES 100 BALES Dave Forehand Little Rock AR. ************************************** See what's free at http://www.aol.com.