In this letter of June 27, 1884, Sallie Thomas informs James W. Terrell she received 50 dollars from him. Sallie asks for more money and wishes Terrell success in his political endeavors.
In this letter of October 17, 1885, Mrs. Jacob Postell (E. C. Postell) writes James W. Terrell requesting a land deed. Mrs. Postell explains her husband, Jacob Postell, missed his meeting with Mr. Terrell about the deed due to his poor health.
In this letter of October 18, 1883, James W. Terrell writes to his wife Lulu (Sarah Louise Woodfin Terrell) about his delayed travel home, weather, condition of the crops near Murphy, personal health, and homesickness. James Terrell married Sarah…
In this letter of October 10, 1883, James W. Terrell writes to his wife Lulu (Sarah Louise Woodfin Terrell) about his time in court and selling land. He instructs her to send a package of land grants in Swain County to Charleston, South Carolina in…
In this letter of July 28, 1884, C. Mebane writes to Captain James W. Terrell inquiring information about the Sevepson Judgement against Colonel William Holland Thomas. Mr. Mebane requests Terrell’s response and the county where the judgement…
In this letter of January 26, 1888, J. W. Cooper writes to Captain James W. Terrell reminding him to send a note as promised. Mr. Cooper speculates that legislation will be passed regarding construction of the Western North Carolina Railroad.
In this letter of May 7, 1887, Calvin J. Cowles inquires of James W. Terrell about Graham County land prices, preferably for sale in the $600 to $800 range. Mr. Cowles includes a circular on coins and asks Terrell to distribute to those interested.
In this letter of December 12, 1887, Sheriff R. V. McElroy requests James W. Terrell send the payment for William Holland Thomas’ taxes in Graham County, North Carolina.
In this letter of December 8, 1888, James W. Terrell writes to Jim (James R. Thomas) instructing him to bid on a piece of property in Swain County. Terrell speculates the Cathcart land is endangered in Swain County and he has already secured most of…
In this letter of May 26, 1888, J. W. Fisher writes to James W. Terrell inquiring about the Axley land sale and a possible hearing of the case in court. Mr. Fisher also informs Terrell about a recent murder in Jackson County.