Originally compiled by WPA during the FDR administration, Carlson references each will and includes a full name index containing the page number on which each will is found. With this information, the researcher can write Cannon County and obtain a complete abstract of the will.
JOHN HIGGINS. Will. Wife: Mary. Sons Westly, William, Alexander, Elijah, John, James. Daughters: Elizabeth MILIGAN; Nancy TITTLE; Mary TITTLE; Sally MORREY; Margaret ARMSTRONG; Polly TITTLE. John MCMINN and George BOGLE to value estate, including slaves. Slaves: Claria, Ben, Susan, Mariah, Lucy, George, Jim, Jack, Shearman. Executors: Jehu MCMINN; George BOGLE.
Gladys Carlson
paper, 35 pp.
110-TN0453
