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     Ninetta Gantt,, daughter of Elijah Gantt and Elizabeth (?), was born in 1826 in SC.¹ According to the U.S. Federal Census of 1850, Ninetta Gantt lived at Lexington District, SC. Members of the dwelling and family no. 1003 were Elijah Gantt (age 48), Elizabeth Gantt (age 45), Ninetta Gantt (age 24), Caswell Gantt (age 22), Rucilla (age 23), Zelia Gantt (age 20), Ulysses Gantt (age 18), Elizabeth Gantt (age 14), Thyrra ? Gantt (age 12, male), Carolina Gantt (age 10), Sarah Gantt (age 8), Polly Gantt (age 6), Elijah R. Gantt (age 4), Jolphus ? Gantt (age 1, male), Madison Williams (age 27). Neighbors included Tho. I. and Capey Ralls in dwelling and family no. 1002; Eli and Tinsey Gantt in no. 1001; Elzy and Sarah A. Gunter in no. 1000; William and Gelfein ? Gunter in no 999; and Mary Gunter in dwelling 999 and family 1001 (?).¹

     Caswell Gantt,, son of Elijah Gantt and Elizabeth (?), was born in 1828 in SC.¹ According to the U.S. Federal Census of 1850, Caswell Gantt lived at Lexington District, SC. Members of the dwelling and family no. 1003 were Elijah Gantt (age 48), Elizabeth Gantt (age 45), Ninetta Gantt (age 24), Caswell Gantt (age 22), Rucilla (age 23), Zelia Gantt (age 20), Ulysses Gantt (age 18), Elizabeth Gantt (age 14), Thyrra ? Gantt (age 12, male), Carolina Gantt (age 10), Sarah Gantt (age 8), Polly Gantt (age 6), Elijah R. Gantt (age 4), Jolphus ? Gantt (age 1, male), Madison Williams (age 27). Neighbors included Tho. I. and Capey Ralls in dwelling and family no. 1002; Eli and Tinsey Gantt in no. 1001; Elzy and Sarah A. Gunter in no. 1000; William and Gelfein ? Gunter in no 999; and Mary Gunter in dwelling 999 and family 1001 (?).¹

     Rucilla Gantt,, daughter of Elijah Gantt and Elizabeth (?), was born in 1827 in SC.¹ According to the U.S. Federal Census of 1850, Rucilla Gantt lived at Lexington District, SC. Members of the dwelling and family no. 1003 were Elijah Gantt (age 48), Elizabeth Gantt (age 45), Ninetta Gantt (age 24), Caswell Gantt (age 22), Rucilla (age 23), Zelia Gantt (age 20), Ulysses Gantt (age 18), Elizabeth Gantt (age 14), Thyrra ? Gantt (age 12, male), Carolina Gantt (age 10), Sarah Gantt (age 8), Polly Gantt (age 6), Elijah R. Gantt (age 4), Jolphus ? Gantt (age 1, male), Madison Williams (age 27). Neighbors included Tho. I. and Capey Ralls in dwelling and family no. 1002; Eli and Tinsey Gantt in no. 1001; Elzy and Sarah A. Gunter in no. 1000; William and Gelfein ? Gunter in no 999; and Mary Gunter in dwelling 999 and family 1001 (?).¹

     Ulysses Gantt,, son of Elijah Gantt and Elizabeth (?), was born in 1832 in SC.¹ In the census of 1850, Lexington District, Ulysses Gantt attended school within the year.¹ According to the U.S. Federal Census of 1850, Ulysses Gantt lived at Lexington District, SC. Members of the dwelling and family no. 1003 were Elijah Gantt (age 48), Elizabeth Gantt (age 45), Ninetta Gantt (age 24), Caswell Gantt (age 22), Rucilla (age 23), Zelia Gantt (age 20), Ulysses Gantt (age 18), Elizabeth Gantt (age 14), Thyrra ? Gantt (age 12, male), Carolina Gantt (age 10), Sarah Gantt (age 8), Polly Gantt (age 6), Elijah R. Gantt (age 4), Jolphus ? Gantt (age 1, male), Madison Williams (age 27). Neighbors included Tho. I. and Capey Ralls in dwelling and family no. 1002; Eli and Tinsey Gantt in no. 1001; Elzy and Sarah A. Gunter in no. 1000; William and Gelfein ? Gunter in no 999; and Mary Gunter in dwelling 999 and family 1001 (?).¹

     Elizabeth Gantt,, daughter of Elijah Gantt and Elizabeth (?), was born in 1836 in SC.¹ According to the U.S. Federal Census of 1850 taken at Lexington District, Elizabeth Gantt attended school within the year.¹ According to the U.S. Federal Census of 1850, Elizabeth Gantt lived at Lexington District, SC. Members of the dwelling and family no. 1003 were Elijah Gantt (age 48), Elizabeth Gantt (age 45), Ninetta Gantt (age 24), Caswell Gantt (age 22), Rucilla (age 23), Zelia Gantt (age 20), Ulysses Gantt (age 18), Elizabeth Gantt (age 14), Thyrra ? Gantt (age 12, male), Carolina Gantt (age 10), Sarah Gantt (age 8), Polly Gantt (age 6), Elijah R. Gantt (age 4), Jolphus ? Gantt (age 1, male), Madison Williams (age 27). Neighbors included Tho. I. and Capey Ralls in dwelling and family no. 1002; Eli and Tinsey Gantt in no. 1001; Elzy and Sarah A. Gunter in no. 1000; William and Gelfein ? Gunter in no 999; and Mary Gunter in dwelling 999 and family 1001 (?).¹

     Theresa Gantt,, son of Elijah Gantt and Elizabeth (?), was born in 1838 in Lexington, SC. 1850 Census shows DOB 1838 and POB as SC. 1860 Census shows same DOB but POB as Lexington, SC.^1,2 According to the U.S. Federal Census of 1850 taken at Lexington District, SC,, Theresa Gantt attended school within the year.¹ According to the U.S. Federal Census of 1850, Theresa Gantt lived at Lexington District, SC. Members of the dwelling and family no. 1003 were Elijah Gantt (age 48), Elizabeth Gantt (age 45), Ninetta Gantt (age 24), Caswell Gantt (age 22), Rucilla (age 23), Zelia Gantt (age 20), Ulysses Gantt (age 18), Elizabeth Gantt (age 14), Thyrra ? Gantt (age 12, male), Carolina Gantt (age 10), Sarah Gantt (age 8), Polly Gantt (age 6), Elijah R. Gantt (age 4), Jolphus ? Gantt (age 1, male), Madison Williams (age 27). Neighbors included Tho. I. and Capey Ralls in dwelling and family no. 1002; Eli and Tinsey Gantt in no. 1001; Elzy and Sarah A. Gunter in no. 1000; William and Gelfein ? Gunter in no 999; and Mary Gunter in dwelling 999 and family 1001 (?).¹ According to the U.S. Federal Census of 1860, Theresa Gantt lived at Vicinity of Rish's Store, Lexington, SC. Members of the dwelling no. 1389 and family no.1340 were Elijah Gantt (age 58), Elizabeth Gantt (age 54), Theresa Gantt (age 22), Casaline Gantt (age 20, female), Izrael H. Gantt (age 17), Dolly Gantt (age 15), Rowe (age 13), Adolphus Gantt (age 11), Victoria (age 9). Neighbors included Caswell and Mary A. Gantt of dwelling no. 1390 and family no. 1341; Ulysses and Martha Gantt of 1391 and 1342; Russell R. and Elizabeth Gantt of 1392 and 1344; and William and Emeline Williams of 1395 and 1346.²

     Casaline Gantt,, daughter of Elijah Gantt and Elizabeth (?), was born in 1840 in Lexington, SC. 1850 Census shows DOB as 1840 and POB as SC. 1860 Census shows same DOB and POB as Lexington, SC.^1,2 According to the U.S. Federal Census of 1850 taken at Lexington District, SC,, Casaline Gantt attended school within the year.¹ According to the U.S. Federal Census of 1850, Casaline Gantt lived at Lexington District, SC. Members of the dwelling and family no. 1003 were Elijah Gantt (age 48), Elizabeth Gantt (age 45), Ninetta Gantt (age 24), Caswell Gantt (age 22), Rucilla (age 23), Zelia Gantt (age 20), Ulysses Gantt (age 18), Elizabeth Gantt (age 14), Thyrra ? Gantt (age 12, male), Carolina Gantt (age 10), Sarah Gantt (age 8), Polly Gantt (age 6), Elijah R. Gantt (age 4), Jolphus ? Gantt (age 1, male), Madison Williams (age 27). Neighbors included Tho. I. and Capey Ralls in dwelling and family no. 1002; Eli and Tinsey Gantt in no. 1001; Elzy and Sarah A. Gunter in no. 1000; William and Gelfein ? Gunter in no 999; and Mary Gunter in dwelling 999 and family 1001 (?).¹ According to the U.S. Federal Census of 1860, Casaline Gantt lived at Vicinity of Rish's Store, Lexington, SC. Members of the dwelling no. 1389 and family no.1340 were Elijah Gantt (age 58), Elizabeth Gantt (age 54), Theresa Gantt (age 22), Casaline Gantt (age 20, female), Izrael H. Gantt (age 17), Dolly Gantt (age 15), Rowe (age 13), Adolphus Gantt (age 11), Victoria (age 9). Neighbors included Caswell and Mary A. Gantt of dwelling no. 1390 and family no. 1341; Ulysses and Martha Gantt of 1391 and 1342; Russell R. and Elizabeth Gantt of 1392 and 1344; and William and Emeline Williams of 1395 and 1346.²

     Dolly Gantt,, daughter of Elijah Gantt and Elizabeth (?), was born in 1844 in Lexington, SC. 1850 Census shows DOB as 1844 and POB as SC. 1860 Census shows DOB as 1845 and POB as Lexington, SC.^1,2 According to the U.S. Federal Census of 1850, Dolly Gantt lived at Lexington District, SC. Members of the dwelling and family no. 1003 were Elijah Gantt (age 48), Elizabeth Gantt (age 45), Ninetta Gantt (age 24), Caswell Gantt (age 22), Rucilla (age 23), Zelia Gantt (age 20), Ulysses Gantt (age 18), Elizabeth Gantt (age 14), Thyrra ? Gantt (age 12, male), Carolina Gantt (age 10), Sarah Gantt (age 8), Polly Gantt (age 6), Elijah R. Gantt (age 4), Jolphus ? Gantt (age 1, male), Madison Williams (age 27). Neighbors included Tho. I. and Capey Ralls in dwelling and family no. 1002; Eli and Tinsey Gantt in no. 1001; Elzy and Sarah A. Gunter in no. 1000; William and Gelfein ? Gunter in no 999; and Mary Gunter in dwelling 999 and family 1001 (?).¹ According to the U.S. Federal Census of 1860, Dolly Gantt lived at Vicinity of Rish's Store, Lexington, SC. Members of the dwelling no. 1389 and family no.1340 were Elijah Gantt (age 58), Elizabeth Gantt (age 54), Theresa Gantt (age 22), Casaline Gantt (age 20, female), Izrael H. Gantt (age 17), Dolly Gantt (age 15), Rowe (age 13), Adolphus Gantt (age 11), Victoria (age 9). Neighbors included Caswell and Mary A. Gantt of dwelling no. 1390 and family no. 1341; Ulysses and Martha Gantt of 1391 and 1342; Russell R. and Elizabeth Gantt of 1392 and 1344; and William and Emeline Williams of 1395 and 1346.²

     Elijah Rowe Gantt,, son of Elijah Gantt and Elizabeth (?), was born in 1846 in Lexington, SC. 1850 Census shows DOB as 1846 and POB as SC. 1860 Census shows DOB as 1847 and POB as Lexington, SC.^1,2 According to the U.S. Federal Census of 1850, Elijah Rowe Gantt lived at Lexington District, SC. Members of the dwelling and family no. 1003 were Elijah Gantt (age 48), Elizabeth Gantt (age 45), Ninetta Gantt (age 24), Caswell Gantt (age 22), Rucilla (age 23), Zelia Gantt (age 20), Ulysses Gantt (age 18), Elizabeth Gantt (age 14), Thyrra ? Gantt (age 12, male), Carolina Gantt (age 10), Sorail ? Gantt (age 8, male), Polly Gantt (age 6), Elijah R. Gantt (age 4), Jolphus ? Gantt (age 1, male), Madison Williams (age 27). Neighbors included Tho. I. and Capey Ralls in dwelling and family no. 1002; Eli and Tinsey Gantt in no. 1001; Elzy and Sarah A. Gunter in no. 1000; William and Gelfein ? Gunter in no 999; and Mary Gunter in dwelling 999 and family 1001 (?).¹ According to the U.S. Federal Census of 1860, Elijah Rowe Gantt lived at Vicinity of Rish's Store, Lexington, SC. Members of the dwelling no. 1389 and family no.1340 were Elijah Gantt (age 58), Elizabeth Gantt (age 54), Theresa Gantt (age 22), Casaline Gantt (age 20, female), Izrael H. Gantt (age 17), Dolly Gantt (age 15), Rowe (age 13), Adolphus Gantt (age 11), Victoria (age 9). Neighbors included Caswell and Mary A. Gantt of dwelling no. 1390 and family no. 1341; Ulysses and Martha Gantt of 1391 and 1342; Russell R. and Elizabeth Gantt of 1392 and 1344; and William and Emeline Williams of 1395 and 1346.²

     Jolphus Gantt,, son of Elijah Gantt and Elizabeth (?), was born in 1849 in Lexington, SC. 1850 Census shows DOB as 1849 and POB as SC. 1860 Census shows same DOB and POB as Lexington, SC.^1,2 According to the U.S. Federal Census of 1850, Jolphus Gantt lived at Lexington District, SC. Members of the dwelling and family no. 1003 were Elijah Gantt (age 48), Elizabeth Gantt (age 45), Ninetta Gantt (age 24), Caswell Gantt (age 22), Rucilla (age 23), Zelia Gantt (age 20), Ulysses Gantt (age 18), Elizabeth Gantt (age 14), Thyrra ? Gantt (age 12, male), Carolina Gantt (age 10), Sorail ? Gantt (age 8, male), Polly Gantt (age 6), Elijah R. Gantt (age 4), Jolphus ? Gantt (age 1, male), Madison Williams (age 27). Neighbors included Tho. I. and Capey Ralls in dwelling and family no. 1002; Eli and Tinsey Gantt in no. 1001; Elzy and Sarah A. Gunter in no. 1000; William and Gelfein ? Gunter in no 999; and Mary Gunter in dwelling 999 and family 1001 (?).¹ According to the U.S. Federal Census of 1860, Jolphus Gantt lived at Vicinity of Rish's Store, Lexington, SC. Members of the dwelling no. 1389 and family no.1340 were Elijah Gantt (age 58), Elizabeth Gantt (age 54), Theresa Gantt (age 22), Casaline Gantt (age 20, female), Izrael H. Gantt (age 17), Dolly Gantt (age 15), Rowe (age 13), Adolphus Gantt (age 11), Victoria (age 9). Neighbors included Caswell and Mary A. Gantt of dwelling no. 1390 and family no. 1341; Ulysses and Martha Gantt of 1391 and 1342; Russell R. and Elizabeth Gantt of 1392 and 1344; and William and Emeline Williams of 1395 and 1346.²

     Madison Williams was born in 1823 in South Carolina.¹ According to the U.S. Federal Census of 1850, Madison Williams lived at Lexington District, SC. Members of the dwelling and family no. 1003 were Elijah Gantt (age 48), Elizabeth Gantt (age 45), Ninetta Gantt (age 24), Caswell Gantt (age 22), Rucilla (age 23), Zelia Gantt (age 20), Ulysses Gantt (age 18), Elizabeth Gantt (age 14), Thyrra ? Gantt (age 12, male), Carolina Gantt (age 10), Sorail ? Gantt (age 8, male), Polly Gantt (age 6), Elijah R. Gantt (age 4), Jolphus ? Gantt (age 1, male), Madison Williams (age 27). Neighbors included Tho. I. and Capey Ralls in dwelling and family no. 1002; Eli and Tinsey Gantt in no. 1001; Elzy and Sarah A. Gunter in no. 1000; William and Gelfein ? Gunter in no 999; and Mary Gunter in dwelling 999 and family 1001 (?).¹

     Izrael H. Gantt,, son of Elijah Gantt and Elizabeth (?), was born in 1842 in Lexington, SC. 1850 Census shows DOB as 1842 and POB as SC. 1860 Census shows DOB as 1843 and POB as Lexington, SC.^1,2 According to the U.S. Federal Census of 1850 taken at Lexington, SC,, Izrael H. Gantt attended school within the year.¹ According to the U.S. Federal Census of 1850, Izrael H. Gantt lived at Lexington District, SC. Members of the dwelling and family no. 1003 were Elijah Gantt (age 48), Elizabeth Gantt (age 45), Ninetta Gantt (age 24), Caswell Gantt (age 22), Rucilla (age 23), Zelia Gantt (age 20), Ulysses Gantt (age 18), Elizabeth Gantt (age 14), Thyrra ? Gantt (age 12, male), Carolina Gantt (age 10), Sorail ? Gantt (age 8, male), Polly Gantt (age 6), Elijah R. Gantt (age 4), Jolphus ? Gantt (age 1, male), Madison Williams (age 27). Neighbors included Tho. I. and Capey Ralls in dwelling and family no. 1002; Eli and Tinsey Gantt in no. 1001; Elzy and Sarah A. Gunter in no. 1000; William and Gelfein ? Gunter in no 999; and Mary Gunter in dwelling 999 and family 1001 (?).¹ According to the U.S. Federal Census of 1860, Izrael H. Gantt lived at Vicinity of Rish's Store, Lexington, SC. Members of the dwelling no. 1389 and family no.1340 were Elijah Gantt (age 58), Elizabeth Gantt (age 54), Theresa Gantt (age 22), Casaline Gantt (age 20, female), Izrael H. Gantt (age 17), Dolly Gantt (age 15), Rowe (age 13), Adolphus Gantt (age 11), Victoria (age 9). Neighbors included Caswell and Mary A. Gantt of dwelling no. 1390 and family no. 1341; Ulysses and Martha Gantt of 1391 and 1342; Russell R. and Elizabeth Gantt of 1392 and 1344; and William and Emeline Williams of 1395 and 1346.²

     Victoria Gantt,, daughter of Elijah Gantt and Elizabeth (?), was born in 1851 in Lexington, SC.¹ According to the U.S. Federal Census of 1860, Victoria Gantt lived at Vicinity of Rish's Store, Lexington, SC. Members of the dwelling no. 1389 and family no.1340 were Elijah Gantt (age 58), Elizabeth Gantt (age 54), Theresa Gantt (age 22), Casaline Gantt (age 20, female), Izrael H. Gantt (age 17), Dolly Gantt (age 15), Rowe (age 13), Adolphus Gantt (age 11), Victoria (age 9). Neighbors included Caswell and Mary A. Gantt of dwelling no. 1390 and family no. 1341; Ulysses and Martha Gantt of 1391 and 1342; Russell R. and Elizabeth Gantt of 1392 and 1344; and William and Emeline Williams of 1395 and 1346.¹

     David Williams,, son of John Lee Williams and Leila Mae Spires, was born on 25 February 1923 in South Carolina.^1,2 David Williams was also known as Junk.³

Census 1930
David Williams was listed as the child of the head of household on the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, taken in Bull Swamp, Lexington, SC, enumerated 14 April 1930. His name was recorded as David Williams. Living in the household were head of household, John L. Williams, his wife, Leila Williams, children, David Williams, Willie Williams,the head of household's sibling, the head of household's sibling, the head of household's sibling,the sibling's children. Their dwelling was number 198 and their family number 200, listed in enumeration district 9, sheet 10 B. On the same census page, probably next door, is head of household S. Middleton Williams and family, dwelling number 197 and family number 199. Next door on the other side mostly likely is head of household M. Lester Williams and family, dwelling 199 and family number 201.

According to the 1930 Census, John (age 31) and Leila (age 26) owned their farm. John was first married at age 19. Leila was first married at 14. They could read and write. They and their parents were born in S.C. John was a farmer who was employed. He was not a veteran. David, age 7, could not read or write. He did not attend school during the year. He and his parents were born in S.C.¹

Marriage
David M. Williams was married to Cassie Mae Poole, daughter of Ida Belle Poole, on 14 January 1947 at Lexington, Lexington County, South Carolina. The license number was 1071 B. The bride's name was recorded as Cassie Mae Poole, and she resided at Pelion, S.C.. The groom's name was recorded as David M. Williams, and he resided at Pelion, S.C.. They applied for a license on January 13, 1947. The groom was recorded as age 23 and the bride was recorded as age 23.⁴

Death
David M. Williams died on 22 November 1975 at age 52.² He was buried at King Grove Baptist Church Cemetery, Pelion, Lexington County, South Carolina, His name is on a shared tombstone with his wife, Cassie P. Williams.²

      Billy J. Williams was also known as Bill.³ He,, son of John Lee Williams and Leila Mae Spires, was born on 2 August 1928 in South Carolina.^1,2

Census 1930
Willie Williams was listed as the child of the head of household on the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, taken in Bull Swamp, Lexington, SC, enumerated 14 April 1930. His name was recorded as Willie Williams. Living in the household were head of household, John L. Williams, his wife, Leila Williams, children, David Williams, Willie Williams,the head of household's sibling, the head of household's sibling, the head of household's sibling,the sibling's children. Their dwelling was number 198 and their family number 200, listed in enumeration district 9, sheet 10 B. On the same census page, probably next door, is head of household S. Middleton Williams and family, dwelling number 197 and family number 199. Next door on the other side mostly likely is head of household M. Lester Williams and family, dwelling 199 and family number 201.

According to the 1930 Census, John (age 31) and Leila (age 26) owned their farm. John was first married at age 19. Leila was first married at 14. They could read and write. They and their parents were born in S.C. John was a farmer who was employed. He was not a veteran. Willie was 1 year and some months. He and his parents were born in S.C.¹

Marriage
Billie J. Williams was married to Viola G. Poole, daughter of Ida Belle Poole, on 16 June 1945 at Lexington, Lexington County, South Carolina. The license number was 18040. The bride's name was recorded as Viola G. Poole, and she resided at Pelion, S.C.. The groom's name was recorded as Billie J. Williams, and he resided at Pelion, S.C.. They applied for a license on Jun 16, 1945. The groom was recorded as age 18 and the bride was recorded as age 23.⁵

Probate of Estate of Lula Williams Hutto
Billy Williams is recorded as the executor of Lula Williams Hutto's estate. Lula Williams Hutto's probate file was recorded under her name, on 13 January 1964 at Lexington County Courthouse, Lexington, South Carolina.The papers are indexed as Box 797, Parcel 3, Will Book J, and Page 71.⁴

Death
Billie J. Williams died on 16 April 1967 at age 38.² He was buried at King Grove Baptist Church, Highway 178, between Pelion and Swansea, Pelion, Lexington County, South Carolina, Inscribed on his tombstone was Billie J. Williams. Nearby was a tombstone bearing the name of Viola Poole Williams, Billie's wife.²

     Seibern Earl Williams,, son of Middleton Lester Williams and Mamie D. Spires, was born on 15 December 1921 in South Carolina.^1,2

1930 Census
Seaborn Williams was listed as the child of the head of household on the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, taken in Bull Swamp, Lexington, SC, enumerated 14 April 1930. His name was recorded as Seaborn Williams. Living in the household were head of household, M. Lester Williams, his wife, Mamie D. Williams, children, Seaborn Williams, Sampson Williams,the head of household's sibling, the head of household's sibling, the head of household's sibling,the sibling's children. Their dwelling was number 199 and their family number 201, listed in enumeration district 9, sheet 10 B. On the same census page, probably next door, is head of household John L. Williams and family, dwelling number 198 and family number 200. Next door to John mostly likely is head of household S. Middleton Williams and family, dwelling 197 and family number 199.

According to the 1930 Census, Lester (age 36) and Maime (age 32) owned their farm. Lester was first married at age 23. Maime was first married at 20. They could read and write. They and their parents were born in S.C. Lester was a farmer who was employed. He was not a veteran. According to the 1930 Census, Seaborn was aged 8 and attended school within the year. He and his parents were born in S.C.¹

Military
Seibern Earl Williams has two tombstones, one military. Its inscription reads, "Sgt US Army, World War II."²

Marriage
Seibern E. Williams was married to Virginia Jeffcoat, daughter of N. Price Jeffcoat, on 8 November 1947 at Pelion, Lexington County, South Carolina. The license number was 1585 B. The bride's name was recorded as Virginia Jeffcoat, and she resided at Pelion, S.C.. The groom's name was recorded as Seibern E. Williams, and he resided at Pelion, S.C.. They applied for a license on November 7, 1947. The groom was recorded as age 26 and the bride was recorded as age 28.³

Death
Seibern Earl Williams died on 1 May 1992 at age 70.² He was buried at King Grove Baptist Church, Highway 178, between Pelion and Swansea, Pelion, Lexington County, South Carolina, Seibern Earl Williams's name is inscribed on a double tombstone with Virginia J. Williams, his wife. Between the dates of his life is the masonic symbol, compass and ruler.²

Probate Index
Seibern Earl Williams's probate file was recorded under his name, on 5 May 1992 at Lexington County Courthouse, Lexington, Lexington County, South Carolina. Virginia J. Williams is listed as the personal representative of the estate. The papers are indexed as 92ES3200328.⁴

     Sampson Lanier Williams,, son of Middleton Lester Williams and Mamie D. Spires, was born on 17 December 1925 in South Carolina.^1,2

1930 Census
Sampson Williams was listed as the child of the head of household on the 1930 U.S. Federal Census, taken in Bull Swamp, Lexington, SC, enumerated 14 April 1930. His name was recorded as Sampson Williams. Living in the household were head of household, M. Lester Williams, his wife, Mamie D. Williams, children, Seaborn Williams, Sampson Williams,the head of household's sibling, the head of household's sibling, the head of household's sibling,the sibling's children. Their dwelling was number 199 and their family number 201, listed in enumeration district 9, sheet 10 B. On the same census page, probably next door, is head of household John L. Williams and family, dwelling number 198 and family number 200. Next door to John mostly likely is head of household S. Middleton Williams and family, dwelling 197 and family number 199.

According to the 1930 Census, Lester (age 36) and Maime (age 32) owned their farm. Lester was first married at age 23. Maime was first married at 20. They could read and write. They and their parents were born in S.C. Lester was a farmer who was employed. He was not a veteran. According to the 1930 Census, Sampson was aged 4 and 3/12. He and his parents were born in S.C.¹

Marriage
Sampson L. Williams was married to Lois Jeffcoat, daughter of N. Price Jeffcoat and Alice (?), on 10 April 1945 at Pelion, Lexington County, South Carolina. The license number was 18033. The bride's name was recorded as Lois Jeffcoat, and she resided at Pelion, S.C.. The groom's name was recorded as Sampson L. Williams, and he resided at Pelion, S.C.. They applied for a license on April 9, 1945. The groom was recorded as age 19 and the bride was recorded as age 21.³

Death
Sampson Lanier Williams died on 6 May 1998 at age 72.² He was buried at King Grove Baptist Church, Pelion, Lexington County, South Carolina, Sampson Lanier Williams has two tombstones, one military. Its inscription reads, "US Army, World War II."
His name is on a double tombstone with his wife, Lois Jeffcoat Williams. She has no death date, so was probably living as of October 13, 2007.²

     Willie F. Rawls,, son of Malachi M. Rawls Sr. and Georgianna (?), was born in July 1880.⁴ The occupation of Willie F. Rawls was was listed as a turpintine laborer who was unemployed for 6 months.⁴ According to the U.S. Federal Census of 1900 taken at Black Creek, Lexington, SC,, Willie F. Rawls was listed as being able to read, write, and speak English.⁴ As of 1900, Willie F. Rawls was living with Malachi M. Rawls Sr. and Georgianna (?) at at Black Creek, Lexington, SC; Members of dwelling 94 and family 97 are Malachi Rawls (head, age 59), Georgian Rawls (age 58), Willie Rawls (age 19), Russle Rawls (age 17), Ollie Rawls (daughter, age 12). Members of dwelling 95 and family 98 are Marse Rawls (head, age 29), Mary E. Rawls (age 20), Elsie (?) U. Rawls (age 2), Lesslie Rawls (son, age less than 1). Members of dwelling 95 and family 99 are Morgiana Marton (head, age 53), Henry Marton (age 18), and Francis Marton (daughter, age 13).⁴ The occupation of Willie F. Rawls was was a carpenter working on houses. Willie Rawls rented his home.¹ According to the U.S. Federal Census of 1920, Willie F. Rawls lived at Black Creek, Lexington, SC. Members of dwelling 307 and family 311 were Willie Rawls (head, age 48) and Mose Rawls (brother, age 36). Members of dwelling 309 and family 318 were Tilman Williams (head, age 29), Bertha Williams (age 28), and Lawton Lucas (boarder, age 22).¹ He appeared on the census of 1920 at Black Creek, Lexington, SC, as widowed.¹

     Malachi M. Rawls Sr.,, son of Martha (?), was born in April 1842 in Lexington, SC. 1860 Census shows DOB as 1842 and POB as Lexington, SC. 1870 Census shows DOB as 1832 and POB as SC. 1880 Census shows DOB as 1840 and POB as SC. 1900 & 1910 Census shows DOB as April 1841 and POB as SC.^2,3,4,5,6 As of 1860, Malachi M. Rawls Sr. was living with Martha (?) at at Vicinity of Rish's Store, Lexington, SC; Members of dwelling 1373 and family 1325 were Martha Rawls (age 49), Henry Rawls (age 20), Malachi Rawls (age 18), Eli Rawls (age 16), Mary A. Rawls (age 13), Chauncey D. Rawls (age 10), Elizabeth Rawls (age 9), Marietta Rawls (age 7). Members of dwelling 1371 and family 1323 were Russell Gunter (age 80), Elizabeth Gunter (age 70), and Maria Gunter (age 37).⁴

Malachi M. Rawls Sr. married Georgianna (?) in 1862. 1870, 1880, and 1900 Censuses show them as married. 1900 Census shows them as married 38 years. 1910 Census shows them married 48 years.^2,3,5,6 The occupation of Malachi M. Rawls Sr. was was listed as a mechanic. He did not own any real estate.³ According to the U.S. Federal Census of 1870 taken at Rocky Springs, Giddy Swamp, McTier, Lexington, SC,, Malachi M. Rawls Sr. could not read or write.³ In the Census of 1870, Malachi M. Rawls Sr. was enumerated as Malici Rawls.³ According to the U.S. Federal Census of 1870, Malachi M. Rawls Sr. and Georgianna (?) lived at Rocky Springs, Giddy Swamp, McTier, Lexington, SC. Members of the household were Malici Rawls (head, age 38), Georgeanna Rawls (age 27), Jackson Rawls (age 7), Ellender Rawls (age 5), Henry Rawls (age 3), Stanmore Rawls (age 1.).³ In the 1880 Census, Malachi M. Rawls Sr. was enumerated as Malachi M. Rawls.² The occupation of Malachi M. Rawls Sr. was was a farmer.² According to the U.S. Federal Census of 1880, Malachi M. Rawls Sr. and Georgianna (?) lived at Black Creek, Lexington, SC. Members of dwelling 8 and family 8 were Malachi M. Rawls (head, age 40), Georgianna Rawls (age 39), Jackson A. Rawls (age 17), Elander G. Rawls (age 15), Henry A. Rawls (age 13), Stoneman S. Rawls (age 10), Moss L. Rawls (age 9), Malachi M. Rawls (age 7), Mary E. Rawls (age 5), Edna in orignal (looks like E... in index) L. Rawls (age 2). Members of dwelling and family were Irvin Furtick (head, age 31), E. Francis Furtick (age 34), Lorena A. Furtick (age 11), William F. Furtick (age 7), Lula A. Furtick (age 2), Simpson F. Williams (brother-in-law, age 28), S. Middleton Williams (brother-in-law, age 17).² According to the U.S. Federal Census of 1900 taken at Black Creek, Lexington, SC,, Malachi M. Rawls Sr. was listed as being able to read, write, and speak English.⁵ The occupation of Malachi M. Rawls Sr. was was a day laborer who had been unemployed for 6 months. He rented a house.⁵ According to the U.S. Federal Census of 1900, Malachi M. Rawls Sr. and Georgianna (?) lived at Black Creek, Lexington, SC. Members of dwelling 94 and family 97 are Malachi Rawls (head, age 59), Georgian Rawls (age 58), Willie Rawls (age 19), Russle Rawls (age 17), Ollie Rawls (daughter, age 12). Members of dwelling 95 and family 98 are Marse Rawls (head, age 29), Mary E. Rawls (age 20), Elsie (?) U. Rawls (age 2), Lesslie Rawls (son, age less than 1). Members of dwelling 95 and family 99 are Morgiana Marton (head, age 53), Henry Marton (age 18), and Francis Marton (daughter, age 13).⁵ According to the U.S. Federal Census of 1910 taken at Black Creek, Lexington, SC,, Malachi M. Rawls Sr. could read and write.⁶ The occupation of Malachi M. Rawls Sr. was was a carpenter who worked on houses. It appears he probably rented his house. (Did not own or rent a farm.).⁶ According to the U.S. Federal Census of 1910, Malachi M. Rawls Sr. and Georgianna (?) lived at Black Creek, Lexington, SC. Members of dwelling 8 and family 8 were Malchi Rawls (original shows Malichi M. Rawls) (head, age 69) and Georgiana Rawls (age 68). Members of dwelling 9 and family 9 were Henry A. Rawls (head, age 42) and Hillie Rawls (daughter, age 8). Members of dwelling 10 and family 10 were Chancy D. Rawls (head, age 65), Della Rawls (57), Lars in index (Lass in original?) (daughter, 16). Members of dwelling 1 and family 1 were Standmore S. Ralk (head, age 40), Alice Ralk (age 33), William Ralk (age 12), Victor Lee Ralk (age 10), Odis Ralk (age 8), Maud Ralk (age 6), Brice Ralk (age 4), Mary Ralk (age 2).⁶

     Her married name was Courtney.^1,2 Mulvenia (?) was born in September 1839 in SC. In the 1880 Census, DOB is 1840 and POB is SC. In the 1900 Census, index has DOB as 1840 but original has Sept. 1839. 1910 Census shows DOB as 1839 and POB as SC.^1,2,3

Mulvenia (?) married William Courtney in 1874. In the 1900 Census, William Courtney and Mulvena Courtney were listed as married for 26 years.^1,2 According to the U.S. Federal Census of 1880, Mulvenia (?) and William Courtney lived at Rocky Springs, Lexington, SC. Members of the household were William Courtney (head, age 63), Mulvenia Courtney (age 40), Louisa C. Courtney (age 6), Elithabeth Courtney (age 4), Rusel W. Courtney (age 3), Rufus Courtney (age 1 month), Willie C. Rall (stepson, age 10), Ida E. Rall (stepdaugther, age 8), Gilbert Gant (servant / farmer laborer, age 14, black).¹ According to the 1900 Census, taken at Rocky Spring, Aiken, SC,, Mulvenia (?) had 9 children, 9 of whom were living. Living with her in 1900 were Jordan and Annie Belle.² As of 1900, Mulvenia (?) was also known as Mulvena Courtney.² According to the U.S. Federal Census of 1900, Mulvenia (?) and William Courtney lived at Rocky Springs, Aiken, SC. Members of the household were William Courtney (head, age 83), Mulvena Courtney (age 60), Jordan Courtney (age 18), Annie Belle (in original) Courtney (age 14).² According to the U.S. Federal Census of 1900 taken at Rocky Spring, Aiken, SC,, Mulvenia (?) and [] could read, write, and speak English.² She appeared on the census of 1910 at Rocky Spring, Aiken, SC, as widowed.³ As of 1910, Mulvenia (?) was also known as Mulveny Courtney.³ As of 1910, Mulvenia (?) was living with Annie Belle Courtney and L.E. Garvin at at Rocky Spring, Aiken, SC; Members of the household were L.E. Garvin (head, age 27), Annie Garvin (age 24), Cannie (son, age 7), Barnie Garvin (age 5), Thulma Garvin (age 3), H.K. Garvin (age 1), Olie Garvin (brother to head, age 19), Mulveny Courtney (mother of head in index, but I think this is wrong; I believe she is mother-in-law to head; age 71).³

     William Courtney was born in January 1817 in SC. 1880 Census shows DOB as 1817 and POB as SC. 1900 Census shows DOB as Jan 1817 and POB as SC.^1,2

William Courtney married Mulvenia (?) in 1874. In the 1900 Census, William Courtney and Mulvena Courtney were listed as married for 26 years.^1,2 According to the U.S. Federal Census of 1880, William Courtney and Mulvenia (?) lived at Rocky Springs, Lexington, SC. Members of the household were William Courtney (head, age 63), Mulvenia Courtney (age 40), Louisa C. Courtney (age 6), Elithabeth Courtney (age 4), Rusel W. Courtney (age 3), Rufus Courtney (age 1 month), Willie C. Rall (stepson, age 10), Ida E. Rall (stepdaugther, age 8), Gilbert Gant (servant / farmer laborer, age 14, black).¹ According to the U.S. Federal Census of 1900, William Courtney and Mulvenia (?) lived at Rocky Springs, Aiken, SC. Members of the household were William Courtney (head, age 83), Mulvena Courtney (age 60), Jordan Courtney (age 18), Annie Belle (in original) Courtney (age 14).² The occupation of William Courtney was was 83 years old. He did not have an occupation listed. He owned a house free of debt.² According to the U.S. Federal Census of 1900 taken at Rocky Spring, Aiken, SC,, William Courtney and [] could read, write, and speak English.²

     Louisa C. Courtney,, daughter of William Courtney and Mulvenia (?), was born in 1874 in SC.¹ As of 1880, Louisa C. Courtney was living with William Courtney and Mulvenia (?) at at Rocky Springs, Lexington, SC; Members of the household were William Courtney (head, age 63), Mulvenia Courtney (age 40), Louisa C. Courtney (age 6), Elithabeth Courtney (age 4), Rusel W. Courtney (age 3), Rufus Courtney (age 1 month), Willie C. Rall (stepson, age 10), Ida E. Rall (stepdaugther, age 8), Gilbert Gant (servant / farmer laborer, age 14, black).¹

     Elithabeth Courtney,, daughter of William Courtney and Mulvenia (?), was born in 1876 in SC.¹ As of 1880, Elithabeth Courtney was living with William Courtney and Mulvenia (?) at at Rocky Springs, Lexington, SC; Members of the household were William Courtney (head, age 63), Mulvenia Courtney (age 40), Louisa C. Courtney (age 6), Elithabeth Courtney (age 4), Rusel W. Courtney (age 3), Rufus Courtney (age 1 month), Willie C. Rall (stepson, age 10), Ida E. Rall (stepdaugther, age 8), Gilbert Gant (servant / farmer laborer, age 14, black).¹

     Rusel W. Courtney,, son of William Courtney and Mulvenia (?), was born in 1877 in SC.¹ As of 1880, Rusel W. Courtney was living with William Courtney and Mulvenia (?) at at Rocky Springs, Lexington, SC; Members of the household were William Courtney (head, age 63), Mulvenia Courtney (age 40), Louisa C. Courtney (age 6), Elithabeth Courtney (age 4), Rusel W. Courtney (age 3), Rufus Courtney (age 1 month), Willie C. Rall (stepson, age 10), Ida E. Rall (stepdaugther, age 8), Gilbert Gant (servant / farmer laborer, age 14, black).¹

      As of 1880, Rufus Courtney was living with William Courtney and Mulvenia (?) at at Rocky Springs, Lexington, SC; Members of the household were William Courtney (head, age 63), Mulvenia Courtney (age 40), Louisa C. Courtney (age 6), Elithabeth Courtney (age 4), Rusel W. Courtney (age 3), Rufus Courtney (age 1 month), Willie C. Rall (stepson, age 10), Ida E. Rall (stepdaugther, age 8), Gilbert Gant (servant / farmer laborer, age 14, black).¹ Rufus Courtney,, son of William Courtney and Mulvenia (?), was born in 1880 in SC.¹

     Ida E. Rawls,, daughter of Mulvenia (?), was born in 1872 in SC.¹ As of 1880, Ida E. Rawls was living with William Courtney and Mulvenia (?) at at Rocky Springs, Lexington, SC; Members of the household were William Courtney (head, age 63), Mulvenia Courtney (age 40), Louisa C. Courtney (age 6), Elithabeth Courtney (age 4), Rusel W. Courtney (age 3), Rufus Courtney (age 1 month), Willie C. Rall (stepson, age 10), Ida E. Rall (stepdaugther, age 8), Gilbert Gant (servant / farmer laborer, age 14, black).¹ According to the U.S. Federal Census of 1880 taken at Rocky Spring, Aiken, SC,, Ida E. Rawls attended school.¹

     Gilbert Gant was born in 1866 in SC.¹ As of 1880, Gilbert Gant was living with William Courtney and Mulvenia (?) at at Rocky Springs, Lexington, SC; Members of the household were William Courtney (head, age 63), Mulvenia Courtney (age 40), Louisa C. Courtney (age 6), Elithabeth Courtney (age 4), Rusel W. Courtney (age 3), Rufus Courtney (age 1 month), Willie C. Rall (stepson, age 10), Ida E. Rall (stepdaugther, age 8), Gilbert Gant (servant / farmer laborer, age 14, black).¹ The occupation of Gilbert Gant was was listed as a farm laborer.¹ On the Census of 1880, at Rocky Springs, Aiken, SC, Gilbert Gant was enumerated as black.¹

     Georgianna (?) was born in December 1841 in SC. 1870 Census shows DOB as 1843 and POB as SC. 1880 Census shows DOB as 1841 and POB as SC. 1900 Census shows DOB as Dec 1841 and POB as SC. 1910 Census shows DOB as 1842 and POB as SC.^1,4,2,3

Georgianna (?) married Malachi M. Rawls Sr., son of Martha (?), in 1862. 1870, 1880, and 1900 Censuses show them as married. 1900 Census shows them as married 38 years. 1910 Census shows them married 48 years.^1,4,2,3 As of 1862,her married name was Rawls.^1,2,3 According to the U.S. Federal Census of 1870, Georgianna (?) and Malachi M. Rawls Sr. lived at Rocky Springs, Giddy Swamp, McTier, Lexington, SC. Members of the household were Malici Rawls (head, age 38), Georgeanna Rawls (age 27), Jackson Rawls (age 7), Ellender Rawls (age 5), Henry Rawls (age 3), Stanmore Rawls (age 1.).⁴ As of 1870, Georgianna (?) was also known as Georgeanna Rawls.⁴ According to the U.S. Federal Census of 1880, Georgianna (?) and Malachi M. Rawls Sr. lived at Black Creek, Lexington, SC. Members of dwelling 8 and family 8 were Malachi M. Rawls (head, age 40), Georgianna Rawls (age 39), Jackson A. Rawls (age 17), Elander G. Rawls (age 15), Henry A. Rawls (age 13), Stoneman S. Rawls (age 10), Moss L. Rawls (age 9), Malachi M. Rawls (age 7), Mary E. Rawls (age 5), Edna in orignal (looks like E... in index) L. Rawls (age 2). Members of dwelling and family were Irvin Furtick (head, age 31), E. Francis Furtick (age 34), Lorena A. Furtick (age 11), William F. Furtick (age 7), Lula A. Furtick (age 2), Simpson F. Williams (brother-in-law, age 28), S. Middleton Williams (brother-in-law, age 17).¹ According to the U.S. Federal Census of 1880 taken at Black Creek, Lexington, SC,, Georgianna (?) could not read or write.¹ According to the U.S. Federal Census of 1900, Georgianna (?) and Malachi M. Rawls Sr. lived at Black Creek, Lexington, SC. Members of dwelling 94 and family 97 are Malachi Rawls (head, age 59), Georgian Rawls (age 58), Willie Rawls (age 19), Russle Rawls (age 17), Ollie Rawls (daughter, age 12). Members of dwelling 95 and family 98 are Marse Rawls (head, age 29), Mary E. Rawls (age 20), Elsie (?) U. Rawls (age 2), Lesslie Rawls (son, age less than 1). Members of dwelling 95 and family 99 are Morgiana Marton (head, age 53), Henry Marton (age 18), and Francis Marton (daughter, age 13).² According to the 1900 Census, taken at Black Creek, Lexington, SC,, Georgianna (?) had 12 children, 11 of whom were living. In 1900, three were living with her: Willie, Russle, and Ollie. In 1910, she was listed with same number of children. None were living with her and Malachi.^2,3 According to the U.S. Federal Census of 1900 taken at Black Creek, Lexington, SC,, Georgianna (?) could not read or write.² According to the U.S. Federal Census of 1910, Georgianna (?) and Malachi M. Rawls Sr. lived at Black Creek, Lexington, SC. Members of dwelling 8 and family 8 were Malchi Rawls (original shows Malichi M. Rawls) (head, age 69) and Georgiana Rawls (age 68). Members of dwelling 9 and family 9 were Henry A. Rawls (head, age 42) and Hillie Rawls (daughter, age 8). Members of dwelling 10 and family 10 were Chancy D. Rawls (head, age 65), Della Rawls (57), Lars in index (Lass in original?) (daughter, 16). Members of dwelling 1 and family 1 were Standmore S. Ralk (head, age 40), Alice Ralk (age 33), William Ralk (age 12), Victor Lee Ralk (age 10), Odis Ralk (age 8), Maud Ralk (age 6), Brice Ralk (age 4), Mary Ralk (age 2).³ According to the U.S. Federal Census of 1910 taken at Black Creek, Lexington, SC,, Georgianna (?) could not read or write.³

     Jackson A. Rawls,, son of Malachi M. Rawls Sr. and Georgianna (?), was born in 1863 in SC.^1,2 As of 1870, Jackson A. Rawls was living with Malachi M. Rawls Sr. and Georgianna (?) at at Rocky Springs, Giddy Swamp, McTier, Lexington, SC; Members of the household were Malici Rawls (head, age 38), Georgeanna Rawls (age 27), Jackson Rawls (age 7), Ellender Rawls (age 5), Henry Rawls (age 3), Stanmore Rawls (age 1.).² As of 1880, Jackson A. Rawls was living with Malachi M. Rawls Sr. and Georgianna (?) at at Black Creek, Lexington, SC; Members of dwelling 8 and family 8 were Malachi M. Rawls (head, age 40), Georgianna Rawls (age 39), Jackson A. Rawls (age 17), Elander G. Rawls (age 15), Henry A. Rawls (age 13), Stoneman S. Rawls (age 10), Moss L. Rawls (age 9), Malachi M. Rawls (age 7), Mary E. Rawls (age 5), Edna in orignal (looks like E... in index) L. Rawls (age 2). Members of dwelling and family were Irvin Furtick (head, age 31), E. Francis Furtick (age 34), Lorena A. Furtick (age 11), William F. Furtick (age 7), Lula A. Furtick (age 2), Simpson F. Williams (brother-in-law, age 28), S. Middleton Williams (brother-in-law, age 17).¹