Samuel Williams searching for his father Reuben

Southwestern Christian Advocate (New Orleans, LA)

February 2, 1873

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LOST FRIENDS. DEAR EDITOR--My father was sold from me in the year 1850 by Dr. Martin, in Polk county, Texas. His name was Reuben. Dr. Martin also owned my mother, Betsey and sister Fanny, and one boy, Henry. Dr. Martin removed to Corsicana, Texas, and there my mother lives. Any information of him will be gladly received. Please address me at Shreveport, La. SAMUEL WILLIAMS.

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Samuel Williams seeking his father Reuben. His father, mother, and siblings were formerly enslaved by Dr. Martin. His father, Reuben, was sold in 1850 and his mother and siblings were taken to Texas. His mother resides in Corsicana, Texas.

Date
February 2, 1873
Searcher Location

Shreveport, LA

Searchee Location

Polk County, TX

Corsicana, TX

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Kristin Bridges

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"Samuel Williams searching for his father Reuben," Southwestern Christian Advocate (New Orleans, LA), February 2, 1873, Last Seen: Finding Family After Slavery, accessed October 21, 2026, https://www.informationwanted.org/items/show/3793

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