Re: nathaniel mcelrath

Michael

I am the one you spoke with several years ago.At the time I lived in Mobile, AL.Now live in Magnolia, TX.Nathaniel McElrath lived in Spartanburg District, SC.Had approx. 26 slaves.When he died in 1850, three of his sons had migrated to Alabama.The 4th son, Nathaniel Jefferson McElrath, was still at home.The property in SC - some 2000 acres- was divided among the sons and sold.The slaves were also divided among the sons.Those who came to Alabama with the older three sons, were freed.Some went to Gordon County with Nathaniel Jefferson McElrath.Most of the freed slaves went to Coosa County, AL with John Patton McElrath.A few stayed in Cherokee County, AL with Samuel K. and Dr. William McElrath. In fact, the 1870 Census shows two blacks with the surname McElrath as members of the household.Michael, from what I remember of our previous conversations, I firmly believe that Sealy went to Georgia with Nathaniel Jefferson McElrath and when the Civil War ended she made her way to Coosa County, AL.I'm sure you have researched both Coosa and Talladega Counties in Alabama.Both counties are well populated with black McElraths.Did I ever thank you for the pictures of Sealy, your grandmother and others?If not, please except my gratitude for sending them to me.Best widhes for the Holiday Season and good luck in your search.

John Brown