Record #:

38833

Author(s):

Abstract:

Cornelius Gregory Macpherson, a native of Halifax Co., NC, went with his family to Tennessee in 1813, and became an educator and minister. He was ordained in 1832, was principal and instructor of the Jefferson Academy, Elyton, AL, and for a short time was editor of a newspaper in Moulton, AL. After receiving several degrees from colleges, and being principal and teacher at numerous places he went to Memphis, TN and established the Memphis Female College, in which he was owner, president and financial manager. In 1871, Macpherson sold the college property and retired from active business.

Source:

Carolina Trees & Branches (NoCar F 262 A33 C37), Vol. 22 Issue No. 3, July 2013, p62-64

Subject(s):

Halifax County--People