William Fletcher died from pneumonia and old age
William was in Company "F", 60th Illinois Volunteer Infantry.
W.F. Bottoms was the son of Nelson Bottoms and Sally Ann Booker.
Talitha Jane Boyd and William Fletcher Bottoms married on August 14 or 16, 1853 in Crawford County. To this union eight (8) children were born.
The family moved to the community that was called "Paulina" Texas.
In April 1880, W.F. was appointed Post-Master in "Paulina". It was discontinued August 3, 1880; reestablished October 4, 1880 and continued until October 5, 1882. There were Indians still in Ross Valley at this time. After the closing of the Post Office in Paulina, the mail was sent into Mount Hecla, Texas known now as the town of Bryson.
Later W.F. moved his family to Bryson in the year of 1896 and bought their home there. He was appointed Post Master at Bryson September 11, 1897, holding that position of 8 years ending February 21, 1902 at the age of 67 years.
He then served as deputy sheriff under John D. Rams, the Sheriff of Jack County. He served 2 years.
His wife, Latha Jane died in 1901 and is buried in the Finis Cemetery.
Later he maried Isabella Kyser, she preceded him in death on January 3, 1914. She is buried in the Cottonwood Cemetery.
After living alone for a short time, he decided to advertise for a wife. Eliza Elizabeth Mill Burwell from New York State answered his ad. Upon sending each other pictures, he sent her the money to come to Bryson, by train, where he met her at the Depot in a buggy. She stayed with his daughter, Paulina and Husband, Orton Bennett, until they were married January 17, 1915. Eliza's Father came from Germany before they married.
Military: William Fletcher Bottoms Civil War Service Record is on Public Display at the Jacksboro Museum, Jack Co., Texas. Mr. Bottoms served the entire four years in the Northern army - had one brother who died in the service of the Northern army - had two brothers who served the entire four years in the Southern army.
Occupation: Information gathered from Family Interviews, Jack Co. Marriage records, Collin Co. TX Marriage records, article from the Horton's History of Jack Co. TX Pocket ledger of William F. Bottoms, and Crawford Co. Illinois Records.
General: From Information gathered from America on line Sept 22, 1995 relating to a quiery submitted the following response was received.
Quote: From Geneowoman: I looked up the Wm Henry Bottoms Family. These seem to be the right people. They were denied citizenship by the Choctaw and Chickasaw citizen court, Nov 18, 1904 #75 T. Dawes Card #5022 Allen, Ind Terr.
Wm F. Bottoms B. 1857, Rosa B. (daughter) born 1879, Wm E. b. 1895, Donia Myrtle Riddle, (listed as 3 months) parents Rosa B. and G.A. Riddle.
The file did mention them coming from Illinois. Other childred of Wm F. Bottoms:
Pearl b. 1852, Pauline b. 1877, Rebecca b. 1859.
Parents of Wm F. Bottoms, Nelson and Sally Ann Bottoms.
The Affidavit states Wm Bottoms, commonly known as Uncle Billie Bottoms, whose Indian name was NOCKAHTUBBE was one-half or three-forths Choctaw Indian by blood, and was married to Ann MESHALAHTUBBE, a full blooded Choctaw Indian and resided with the Choctaw Indians in the Choctaw Nation in Mississippi, before and after their removal to the Indian Territory. Of this union there has been born several children. The whole case is not here. It mentions Court Case #115 at Ardmore 22 Dec.
From State land sale archives of the State of Illinois the following was found.
Purchaser William Bottom Record ID 256556 Date 08/27/1852 Acres 40.39 Type sale Federal, County White, Township 04S Meridian 3 Archive vol. 105 Price 0.0 Cash warrant
Section SWNW Range 09E Vol. Page 58
Mr. Bottoms was a member of the Fraternal Organization of Masons.
Services for William F. Bottoms, Jack County pioneer, were held at the East Side Church of Christ in Graham officiated by Brother John M. Rice, the local minister. Graveside services were held any the Masonic Lodge at Bryson.
Mr. Bottoms, 97 years, 9 months, 8 days, passed away after several years of ill health. Though unable to walk, he was always cheerful and enjoyed visits from his many friends and relatives. He was born in Bear Creek, Franklin County, Kentucky. At the age of 4 years, his parents moved to Coles County, later moving to Hardinsville, Illinois. From 24 December 1861 to 5 April 1865, he served his country as "Private" of Captain William May, Company "F", 60th Regiment of Illinois Infantry. During his life as a citizen of Hardinsville, Illinois, he was very active. In June 1871, he became Postmaster of Hardinsville, and later served two terms as Justice of the Peace and Deputy Sheriff. He was urged to become a candidate for the Democratic nomination for the latter office of Deputy Sheriff buy declined. Mr. Bottoms and his wife moved to Texas in 1876 and allied himself with the Republican Party. He became Postmaster at Paulina in Jack County on 4 October 1880 and later was in the mercantile business at Bryson where he lived until his death. For many years, Mr. Bottoms was a member of the Church of Christ, attending all services until his health prevented him. He was made a Mason in the Robinson Lodge in 1868. He was a good citizen, faithful husband and father, and friend to all.
Survived by a loving wife; three children by his first wife; two step-children; 22 grandchildren; 40 great-grandchildren.
The Bryson News
March 9, 1933
William was in Company "F", 60th Illinois Volunteer Infantry.
W.F. Bottoms was the son of Nelson Bottoms and Sally Ann Booker.
Talitha Jane Boyd and William Fletcher Bottoms married on August 14 or 16, 1853 in Crawford County. To this union eight (8) children were born.
The family moved to the community that was called "Paulina" Texas.
In April 1880, W.F. was appointed Post-Master in "Paulina". It was discontinued August 3, 1880; reestablished October 4, 1880 and continued until October 5, 1882. There were Indians still in Ross Valley at this time. After the closing of the Post Office in Paulina, the mail was sent into Mount Hecla, Texas known now as the town of Bryson.
Later W.F. moved his family to Bryson in the year of 1896 and bought their home there. He was appointed Post Master at Bryson September 11, 1897, holding that position of 8 years ending February 21, 1902 at the age of 67 years.
He then served as deputy sheriff under John D. Rams, the Sheriff of Jack County. He served 2 years.
His wife, Latha Jane died in 1901 and is buried in the Finis Cemetery.
Later he maried Isabella Kyser, she preceded him in death on January 3, 1914. She is buried in the Cottonwood Cemetery.
After living alone for a short time, he decided to advertise for a wife. Eliza Elizabeth Mill Burwell from New York State answered his ad. Upon sending each other pictures, he sent her the money to come to Bryson, by train, where he met her at the Depot in a buggy. She stayed with his daughter, Paulina and Husband, Orton Bennett, until they were married January 17, 1915. Eliza's Father came from Germany before they married.
Military: William Fletcher Bottoms Civil War Service Record is on Public Display at the Jacksboro Museum, Jack Co., Texas. Mr. Bottoms served the entire four years in the Northern army - had one brother who died in the service of the Northern army - had two brothers who served the entire four years in the Southern army.
Occupation: Information gathered from Family Interviews, Jack Co. Marriage records, Collin Co. TX Marriage records, article from the Horton's History of Jack Co. TX Pocket ledger of William F. Bottoms, and Crawford Co. Illinois Records.
General: From Information gathered from America on line Sept 22, 1995 relating to a quiery submitted the following response was received.
Quote: From Geneowoman: I looked up the Wm Henry Bottoms Family. These seem to be the right people. They were denied citizenship by the Choctaw and Chickasaw citizen court, Nov 18, 1904 #75 T. Dawes Card #5022 Allen, Ind Terr.
Wm F. Bottoms B. 1857, Rosa B. (daughter) born 1879, Wm E. b. 1895, Donia Myrtle Riddle, (listed as 3 months) parents Rosa B. and G.A. Riddle.
The file did mention them coming from Illinois. Other childred of Wm F. Bottoms:
Pearl b. 1852, Pauline b. 1877, Rebecca b. 1859.
Parents of Wm F. Bottoms, Nelson and Sally Ann Bottoms.
The Affidavit states Wm Bottoms, commonly known as Uncle Billie Bottoms, whose Indian name was NOCKAHTUBBE was one-half or three-forths Choctaw Indian by blood, and was married to Ann MESHALAHTUBBE, a full blooded Choctaw Indian and resided with the Choctaw Indians in the Choctaw Nation in Mississippi, before and after their removal to the Indian Territory. Of this union there has been born several children. The whole case is not here. It mentions Court Case #115 at Ardmore 22 Dec.
From State land sale archives of the State of Illinois the following was found.
Purchaser William Bottom Record ID 256556 Date 08/27/1852 Acres 40.39 Type sale Federal, County White, Township 04S Meridian 3 Archive vol. 105 Price 0.0 Cash warrant
Section SWNW Range 09E Vol. Page 58
Mr. Bottoms was a member of the Fraternal Organization of Masons.
Services for William F. Bottoms, Jack County pioneer, were held at the East Side Church of Christ in Graham officiated by Brother John M. Rice, the local minister. Graveside services were held any the Masonic Lodge at Bryson.
Mr. Bottoms, 97 years, 9 months, 8 days, passed away after several years of ill health. Though unable to walk, he was always cheerful and enjoyed visits from his many friends and relatives. He was born in Bear Creek, Franklin County, Kentucky. At the age of 4 years, his parents moved to Coles County, later moving to Hardinsville, Illinois. From 24 December 1861 to 5 April 1865, he served his country as "Private" of Captain William May, Company "F", 60th Regiment of Illinois Infantry. During his life as a citizen of Hardinsville, Illinois, he was very active. In June 1871, he became Postmaster of Hardinsville, and later served two terms as Justice of the Peace and Deputy Sheriff. He was urged to become a candidate for the Democratic nomination for the latter office of Deputy Sheriff buy declined. Mr. Bottoms and his wife moved to Texas in 1876 and allied himself with the Republican Party. He became Postmaster at Paulina in Jack County on 4 October 1880 and later was in the mercantile business at Bryson where he lived until his death. For many years, Mr. Bottoms was a member of the Church of Christ, attending all services until his health prevented him. He was made a Mason in the Robinson Lodge in 1868. He was a good citizen, faithful husband and father, and friend to all.
Survived by a loving wife; three children by his first wife; two step-children; 22 grandchildren; 40 great-grandchildren.
The Bryson News
March 9, 1933
William Fletcher died from pneumonia and old age
William was in Company "F", 60th Illinois Volunteer Infantry.
W.F. Bottoms was the son of Nelson Bottoms and Sally Ann Booker.
Talitha Jane Boyd and William Fletcher Bottoms married on August 14 or 16, 1853 in Crawford County. To this union eight (8) children were born.
The family moved to the community that was called "Paulina" Texas.
In April 1880, W.F. was appointed Post-Master in "Paulina". It was discontinued August 3, 1880; reestablished October 4, 1880 and continued until October 5, 1882. There were Indians still in Ross Valley at this time. After the closing of the Post Office in Paulina, the mail was sent into Mount Hecla, Texas known now as the town of Bryson.
Later W.F. moved his family to Bryson in the year of 1896 and bought their home there. He was appointed Post Master at Bryson September 11, 1897, holding that position of 8 years ending February 21, 1902 at the age of 67 years.
He then served as deputy sheriff under John D. Rams, the Sheriff of Jack County. He served 2 years.
His wife, Latha Jane died in 1901 and is buried in the Finis Cemetery.
Later he maried Isabella Kyser, she preceded him in death on January 3, 1914. She is buried in the Cottonwood Cemetery.
After living alone for a short time, he decided to advertise for a wife. Eliza Elizabeth Mill Burwell from New York State answered his ad. Upon sending each other pictures, he sent her the money to come to Bryson, by train, where he met her at the Depot in a buggy. She stayed with his daughter, Paulina and Husband, Orton Bennett, until they were married January 17, 1915. Eliza's Father came from Germany before they married.
Military: William Fletcher Bottoms Civil War Service Record is on Public Display at the Jacksboro Museum, Jack Co., Texas. Mr. Bottoms served the entire four years in the Northern army - had one brother who died in the service of the Northern army - had two brothers who served the entire four years in the Southern army.
Occupation: Information gathered from Family Interviews, Jack Co. Marriage records, Collin Co. TX Marriage records, article from the Horton's History of Jack Co. TX Pocket ledger of William F. Bottoms, and Crawford Co. Illinois Records.
General: From Information gathered from America on line Sept 22, 1995 relating to a quiery submitted the following response was received.
Quote: From Geneowoman: I looked up the Wm Henry Bottoms Family. These seem to be the right people. They were denied citizenship by the Choctaw and Chickasaw citizen court, Nov 18, 1904 #75 T. Dawes Card #5022 Allen, Ind Terr.
Wm F. Bottoms B. 1857, Rosa B. (daughter) born 1879, Wm E. b. 1895, Donia Myrtle Riddle, (listed as 3 months) parents Rosa B. and G.A. Riddle.
The file did mention them coming from Illinois. Other childred of Wm F. Bottoms:
Pearl b. 1852, Pauline b. 1877, Rebecca b. 1859.
Parents of Wm F. Bottoms, Nelson and Sally Ann Bottoms.
The Affidavit states Wm Bottoms, commonly known as Uncle Billie Bottoms, whose Indian name was NOCKAHTUBBE was one-half or three-forths Choctaw Indian by blood, and was married to Ann MESHALAHTUBBE, a full blooded Choctaw Indian and resided with the Choctaw Indians in the Choctaw Nation in Mississippi, before and after their removal to the Indian Territory. Of this union there has been born several children. The whole case is not here. It mentions Court Case #115 at Ardmore 22 Dec.
From State land sale archives of the State of Illinois the following was found.
Purchaser William Bottom Record ID 256556 Date 08/27/1852 Acres 40.39 Type sale Federal, County White, Township 04S Meridian 3 Archive vol. 105 Price 0.0 Cash warrant
Section SWNW Range 09E Vol. Page 58
Mr. Bottoms was a member of the Fraternal Organization of Masons.
Services for William F. Bottoms, Jack County pioneer, were held at the East Side Church of Christ in Graham officiated by Brother John M. Rice, the local minister. Graveside services were held any the Masonic Lodge at Bryson.
Mr. Bottoms, 97 years, 9 months, 8 days, passed away after several years of ill health. Though unable to walk, he was always cheerful and enjoyed visits from his many friends and relatives. He was born in Bear Creek, Franklin County, Kentucky. At the age of 4 years, his parents moved to Coles County, later moving to Hardinsville, Illinois. From 24 December 1861 to 5 April 1865, he served his country as "Private" of Captain William May, Company "F", 60th Regiment of Illinois Infantry. During his life as a citizen of Hardinsville, Illinois, he was very active. In June 1871, he became Postmaster of Hardinsville, and later served two terms as Justice of the Peace and Deputy Sheriff. He was urged to become a candidate for the Democratic nomination for the latter office of Deputy Sheriff buy declined. Mr. Bottoms and his wife moved to Texas in 1876 and allied himself with the Republican Party. He became Postmaster at Paulina in Jack County on 4 October 1880 and later was in the mercantile business at Bryson where he lived until his death. For many years, Mr. Bottoms was a member of the Church of Christ, attending all services until his health prevented him. He was made a Mason in the Robinson Lodge in 1868. He was a good citizen, faithful husband and father, and friend to all.
Survived by a loving wife; three children by his first wife; two step-children; 22 grandchildren; 40 great-grandchildren.
The Bryson News
March 9, 1933
William was in Company "F", 60th Illinois Volunteer Infantry.
W.F. Bottoms was the son of Nelson Bottoms and Sally Ann Booker.
Talitha Jane Boyd and William Fletcher Bottoms married on August 14 or 16, 1853 in Crawford County. To this union eight (8) children were born.
The family moved to the community that was called "Paulina" Texas.
In April 1880, W.F. was appointed Post-Master in "Paulina". It was discontinued August 3, 1880; reestablished October 4, 1880 and continued until October 5, 1882. There were Indians still in Ross Valley at this time. After the closing of the Post Office in Paulina, the mail was sent into Mount Hecla, Texas known now as the town of Bryson.
Later W.F. moved his family to Bryson in the year of 1896 and bought their home there. He was appointed Post Master at Bryson September 11, 1897, holding that position of 8 years ending February 21, 1902 at the age of 67 years.
He then served as deputy sheriff under John D. Rams, the Sheriff of Jack County. He served 2 years.
His wife, Latha Jane died in 1901 and is buried in the Finis Cemetery.
Later he maried Isabella Kyser, she preceded him in death on January 3, 1914. She is buried in the Cottonwood Cemetery.
After living alone for a short time, he decided to advertise for a wife. Eliza Elizabeth Mill Burwell from New York State answered his ad. Upon sending each other pictures, he sent her the money to come to Bryson, by train, where he met her at the Depot in a buggy. She stayed with his daughter, Paulina and Husband, Orton Bennett, until they were married January 17, 1915. Eliza's Father came from Germany before they married.
Military: William Fletcher Bottoms Civil War Service Record is on Public Display at the Jacksboro Museum, Jack Co., Texas. Mr. Bottoms served the entire four years in the Northern army - had one brother who died in the service of the Northern army - had two brothers who served the entire four years in the Southern army.
Occupation: Information gathered from Family Interviews, Jack Co. Marriage records, Collin Co. TX Marriage records, article from the Horton's History of Jack Co. TX Pocket ledger of William F. Bottoms, and Crawford Co. Illinois Records.
General: From Information gathered from America on line Sept 22, 1995 relating to a quiery submitted the following response was received.
Quote: From Geneowoman: I looked up the Wm Henry Bottoms Family. These seem to be the right people. They were denied citizenship by the Choctaw and Chickasaw citizen court, Nov 18, 1904 #75 T. Dawes Card #5022 Allen, Ind Terr.
Wm F. Bottoms B. 1857, Rosa B. (daughter) born 1879, Wm E. b. 1895, Donia Myrtle Riddle, (listed as 3 months) parents Rosa B. and G.A. Riddle.
The file did mention them coming from Illinois. Other childred of Wm F. Bottoms:
Pearl b. 1852, Pauline b. 1877, Rebecca b. 1859.
Parents of Wm F. Bottoms, Nelson and Sally Ann Bottoms.
The Affidavit states Wm Bottoms, commonly known as Uncle Billie Bottoms, whose Indian name was NOCKAHTUBBE was one-half or three-forths Choctaw Indian by blood, and was married to Ann MESHALAHTUBBE, a full blooded Choctaw Indian and resided with the Choctaw Indians in the Choctaw Nation in Mississippi, before and after their removal to the Indian Territory. Of this union there has been born several children. The whole case is not here. It mentions Court Case #115 at Ardmore 22 Dec.
From State land sale archives of the State of Illinois the following was found.
Purchaser William Bottom Record ID 256556 Date 08/27/1852 Acres 40.39 Type sale Federal, County White, Township 04S Meridian 3 Archive vol. 105 Price 0.0 Cash warrant
Section SWNW Range 09E Vol. Page 58
Mr. Bottoms was a member of the Fraternal Organization of Masons.
Services for William F. Bottoms, Jack County pioneer, were held at the East Side Church of Christ in Graham officiated by Brother John M. Rice, the local minister. Graveside services were held any the Masonic Lodge at Bryson.
Mr. Bottoms, 97 years, 9 months, 8 days, passed away after several years of ill health. Though unable to walk, he was always cheerful and enjoyed visits from his many friends and relatives. He was born in Bear Creek, Franklin County, Kentucky. At the age of 4 years, his parents moved to Coles County, later moving to Hardinsville, Illinois. From 24 December 1861 to 5 April 1865, he served his country as "Private" of Captain William May, Company "F", 60th Regiment of Illinois Infantry. During his life as a citizen of Hardinsville, Illinois, he was very active. In June 1871, he became Postmaster of Hardinsville, and later served two terms as Justice of the Peace and Deputy Sheriff. He was urged to become a candidate for the Democratic nomination for the latter office of Deputy Sheriff buy declined. Mr. Bottoms and his wife moved to Texas in 1876 and allied himself with the Republican Party. He became Postmaster at Paulina in Jack County on 4 October 1880 and later was in the mercantile business at Bryson where he lived until his death. For many years, Mr. Bottoms was a member of the Church of Christ, attending all services until his health prevented him. He was made a Mason in the Robinson Lodge in 1868. He was a good citizen, faithful husband and father, and friend to all.
Survived by a loving wife; three children by his first wife; two step-children; 22 grandchildren; 40 great-grandchildren.
The Bryson News
March 9, 1933
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