Record #:

14813

Author(s):

Lawrence, R.C.

Abstract:

Willie Jones, William R. Davie, Abner Nash, John Branch, the Kitchins, and many other famous lawyers, jurists, and statesmen have come from Halifax County and rendered outstanding service to North Carolina and United States.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 12 Issue 38, Feb 1945, p5, 16-17

Subject(s):

Nash, Abner, 1740-1786

Record #:

14817

Author(s):

Allhands, William A.

Abstract:

Griffith Rutherford, for whom Rutherford County was named, was a prominent and colorful figure in the early history of western North Carolina. He led the only large-scale campaign against the Indians in the mountain area. He was also a pioneer, statesman, distinguished solider, and a Brigadier General in the Revolutionary War.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 12 Issue 38, Feb 1945, p18

Subject(s):

Rutherford, Griffith, 1721-1805