In this letter to William H. Thomas on April 22, 1867, L. R. Weaver notifies Thomas of a court issue between he and J. F. Parks by R. B. Johnston regarding an amount of $2,535. Mr. Weaver signed and sealed this court document on March 26, 1867.
In this letter of September 17, 1874, James W. Terrell writes to his daughters, Mollie (Mary Jane “Molly” Terrell Teague, 1859-1934) and Sallie (Sarah Ermina “Sally” Terrell Bird, 1861-1943). He discusses his work on an Indian court case. The trial…
In this letter of July 16, 1880, Special Agent J. A. Sibbald writes to Captain James W. Terrell requesting the names of “Willgeeske’s” heirs and Littlejohn’s family members, as they are entitled to a tract of land. Mr. Sibbald inquires whether…
In this letter of June 16, 1877, J. J. Newell writes to an unknown recipient (possibly James W. Terrell) regarding the progress of the “Cherokee Matters” in the Department of Indian Affairs. Newell explains three Commissioners investigated the Indian…
In this letter of February 14, 1871, John Jackson and others write to William Johnson informing him that Chief Flying Squirrel and the delegation traveled to Washington to pay off their lands. They ask Mr. Johnson if he would assist their delegation…
In this letter of February 20, 1880, William Terrell (1836-1913) informs his brother James W. Terrell of their father’s death. He explains their father died while chopping wood and they will bury him at Bethel Cemetery the next day.
In this letter of January 25, 1882, L. E. Mauney writes to James W. Terrell about selling some property in Cherokee and inquires as to what Terrell would be willing to accept for the “Bank Lot” property in Murphy.
In this letter of October 6, 1882, W. B. Ferguson writes to James W. Terrell encouraging him to work with James Taylor at the Qualla Indian Counsel to settle Colonel Thomas’ claim.
In this letter of December 9, 1882, R. C. Washburn writes to James W. Terrell reminding him he wants to visit Doctor Hill in Asheville and invest in part of the Ingram land. Mr. Washburn intends to release his holds against William Holland Thomas. He…