Emeline Jane Smith, Application

In the file for Emeline Jane Smith there are 24 documents.  We have tried to include images and type written copies of each document. Many are difficult to read, and have tried to be as accurate as possible. (Webmaster)

• Emeline J. Smith Application ( you are here)
• Written Application
• General Affidavit
• Correspondence
• Correspondence From Emeline J. Smith

No. 9576                                                                                                         Action: Reject

Name: Emeline J. Smith and X children                     Residence: Mt. Vernon, Ala

Reason:
Applicant claims through her fathers brother who was ˝ Cherokee and as applicant was born in 1833 and her father in 1790 her father's mother must have been born about 1770. It does not appear that any ancestor was ever enrolled or that any ancestor was party to the treaties of 1835-6 and 1846. Shows no connection with the Eastern Cherokees.

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Choctaw Mixed Bloods

Notes About the Dissertation:

Source: Choctaw Mixed Bloods and the Advent of Removal, Dr. Samuel James Wells, 1987, University of Southern Mississippi. Copyright Dr. Samuel James Wells, 1987-2009.  Used here with permission.

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