From "Tennessee, The Volunteer State, 1769-1923", Vol. 4, by John Trotwood Moore, (Chicago: S. J. Clarke Publishing Co.), 1923, pp. 189-190:
Newton White, the father of Newton H. White, whose name introduces this review, was born in North Carolina, on the 1st of May, 1814. He came to Giles county with his parents at the age of two years and had very little opportunity for an education. When he became of age he engaged in farming on his own account, buying wooded land which he had to clear himself, and he became an extensive agriculturist and slave-owner. After achieving the success which gave him more time to himself, he read good books and educated himself in that manner and through association with men of high intellectual attainments. He was one of the most public-spirited men in the community and was a prime factor in the erection of public buildings, establishment of schools and building of turnpikes throughout the county. Mr. White could never be prevailed upon to accept public office, however, and keen disappointment was felt when he refused to accept the nomination for governor. During the Civil war he lost practically everything he had, except two horses, which he saved by driving nails into their feet and laming them. Mr. White was twice married. His first wife was Catherine White, and to their union two children were born: George and Dora, both of whom are deceased. Subsequently he was united in marriage to Miss Courtney Sivils Gordon, who was born in Giles county, on the 11th of July, 1825. To the second union two children were born: Laura, who was killed at the age of eleven years by a fall from a horse; and Newton H., whose name introduces this review. Throughout his life Mr. White was a stanch supporter of the democratic party, having firm belief in the principles of that party as factors in good government. His religious faith was that of the Presbyterian church and he served as one of its elders for years. His demise occurred on the 7th of January, 1891, and came as a severe shock to his family and many friends. During the years of his residence in Giles county he wielded a great influence for good, and was highly esteemed for his integrity and sterling worth.
Newton White, the father of Newton H. White, whose name introduces this review, was born in North Carolina, on the 1st of May, 1814. He came to Giles county with his parents at the age of two years and had very little opportunity for an education. When he became of age he engaged in farming on his own account, buying wooded land which he had to clear himself, and he became an extensive agriculturist and slave-owner. After achieving the success which gave him more time to himself, he read good books and educated himself in that manner and through association with men of high intellectual attainments. He was one of the most public-spirited men in the community and was a prime factor in the erection of public buildings, establishment of schools and building of turnpikes throughout the county. Mr. White could never be prevailed upon to accept public office, however, and keen disappointment was felt when he refused to accept the nomination for governor. During the Civil war he lost practically everything he had, except two horses, which he saved by driving nails into their feet and laming them. Mr. White was twice married. His first wife was Catherine White, and to their union two children were born: George and Dora, both of whom are deceased. Subsequently he was united in marriage to Miss Courtney Sivils Gordon, who was born in Giles county, on the 11th of July, 1825. To the second union two children were born: Laura, who was killed at the age of eleven years by a fall from a horse; and Newton H., whose name introduces this review. Throughout his life Mr. White was a stanch supporter of the democratic party, having firm belief in the principles of that party as factors in good government. His religious faith was that of the Presbyterian church and he served as one of its elders for years. His demise occurred on the 7th of January, 1891, and came as a severe shock to his family and many friends. During the years of his residence in Giles county he wielded a great influence for good, and was highly esteemed for his integrity and sterling worth.
From "Tennessee, The Volunteer State, 1769-1923", Vol. 4, by John Trotwood Moore, (Chicago: S. J. Clarke Publishing Co.), 1923, pp. 189-190:
Newton White, the father of Newton H. White, whose name introduces this review, was born in North Carolina, on the 1st of May, 1814. He came to Giles county with his parents at the age of two years and had very little opportunity for an education. When he became of age he engaged in farming on his own account, buying wooded land which he had to clear himself, and he became an extensive agriculturist and slave-owner. After achieving the success which gave him more time to himself, he read good books and educated himself in that manner and through association with men of high intellectual attainments. He was one of the most public-spirited men in the community and was a prime factor in the erection of public buildings, establishment of schools and building of turnpikes throughout the county. Mr. White could never be prevailed upon to accept public office, however, and keen disappointment was felt when he refused to accept the nomination for governor. During the Civil war he lost practically everything he had, except two horses, which he saved by driving nails into their feet and laming them. Mr. White was twice married. His first wife was Catherine White, and to their union two children were born: George and Dora, both of whom are deceased. Subsequently he was united in marriage to Miss Courtney Sivils Gordon, who was born in Giles county, on the 11th of July, 1825. To the second union two children were born: Laura, who was killed at the age of eleven years by a fall from a horse; and Newton H., whose name introduces this review. Throughout his life Mr. White was a stanch supporter of the democratic party, having firm belief in the principles of that party as factors in good government. His religious faith was that of the Presbyterian church and he served as one of its elders for years. His demise occurred on the 7th of January, 1891, and came as a severe shock to his family and many friends. During the years of his residence in Giles county he wielded a great influence for good, and was highly esteemed for his integrity and sterling worth.
Newton White, the father of Newton H. White, whose name introduces this review, was born in North Carolina, on the 1st of May, 1814. He came to Giles county with his parents at the age of two years and had very little opportunity for an education. When he became of age he engaged in farming on his own account, buying wooded land which he had to clear himself, and he became an extensive agriculturist and slave-owner. After achieving the success which gave him more time to himself, he read good books and educated himself in that manner and through association with men of high intellectual attainments. He was one of the most public-spirited men in the community and was a prime factor in the erection of public buildings, establishment of schools and building of turnpikes throughout the county. Mr. White could never be prevailed upon to accept public office, however, and keen disappointment was felt when he refused to accept the nomination for governor. During the Civil war he lost practically everything he had, except two horses, which he saved by driving nails into their feet and laming them. Mr. White was twice married. His first wife was Catherine White, and to their union two children were born: George and Dora, both of whom are deceased. Subsequently he was united in marriage to Miss Courtney Sivils Gordon, who was born in Giles county, on the 11th of July, 1825. To the second union two children were born: Laura, who was killed at the age of eleven years by a fall from a horse; and Newton H., whose name introduces this review. Throughout his life Mr. White was a stanch supporter of the democratic party, having firm belief in the principles of that party as factors in good government. His religious faith was that of the Presbyterian church and he served as one of its elders for years. His demise occurred on the 7th of January, 1891, and came as a severe shock to his family and many friends. During the years of his residence in Giles county he wielded a great influence for good, and was highly esteemed for his integrity and sterling worth.
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NEWTON WHITE
BORN
MAY 7, 1814
DIED
JAN. 7, 1891
He died as he had lived, a
Christian man in all the relations of life as
a husband and father, as
neighbor and citizen, as a
member and officer of the
church he was faithful.
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