Marcus Aurelius Anderson
Census
Attala Co. - 30 June 1850 - Page 139B, Line 15, House 790/790
M(arcus) Anderson
30(28) TN
Farmer
(F-VA, M-KY)
Sarah Anderson
70(62) TN
mother
Sarah Anderson was his mother, b. 11 Oct 1787 in KY, died 8 Aug 1861 in MS.
Marcus was born in 27 sep 1822 in Franklin Co. TX.
With John F at 8 yrs old in 1860, Marcus & Caroline had to marry between
1850 and 1852
1860 Fayette Co., TX
Rutersville, TX - 30 June 1860 - Page 66, Line 38, House 522/611
Marcus Anderson
38
TN
Farmer
Caroline
38
TN
John F.
08
MS
Samuel
05
MS
Sarah
02
MS
(living with them is G. W. Green, Superintendent, white male, 38 mail)
This suggests they had been MS as late as 1858
1862 Margaret was born in Blanco Co. TX d. 4 Sep 1923 Kingsville, Kleberg Co.,
TX from Lynn Moore probably from an Obit
Resided at Blanco County, Texas in 1862 in Blanco Co., Texas.,
He appeared on the County Tax Assessment Roll with no land, but with 5
Negro slaves valued at $1900. His total property value in 1862 was $1900 and he
paid a poll Tax of $1. (John Stribling Moursund. Description of early settlers
in Blanco County and their appearance on the tax assessment roll and other court
matters. Nortex Press, pp 4 & 5).
In 1863, he appeared on the tax assessment roll. No land was tendered but his
other property had a total value of $13,790 and he paid a poll tax of $1.
Although his property was not classified, it is believed that the major portion
must have consisted of livestock. (John Stribling Moursund. Description of early
settlers in Blanco County and their appearance on the tax assessment roll and
other court matters. Nortex Press, pp 4 & 5.)
1870 Hayes Co., TX
Mountain City, TX - 24 Aug 1870 - J.P. #5, - Page 5/235, Line 7, House 26
Marcus Anderson
47
TN
Farmer
Caroline
48
TN
John F.
18
MS
School
Samuel
16
MS
Farmer
Sarah
12
MS
School
Ella
10
TX
School
Margaret
08
TX
School
This suggests Caroline and Samuel both had birthdays sometime between Jun and
Aug
Obit and DOD suggests he moved to Lockhart, Caldwell Co, about 20 Feb 1879
1880 Caldwell Co., TX
Enumeration District 27 - 10 Jun
1880 - Pct. 1- Page 189B, Line 7, House 69/69 Family History Lib Film 1255293,
NAT9-1293
Marcus Anderson
58
TN
Farmer
F-VA, M-KY
Caroline
48
TN
F-Eng
M-VA
Samuel
26
MS
Farmer
Ella
19
TX
Margaret
18
TX
William
09
TX
Nephew F-TN
M-TN
This suggests John F (abt 28) and Sarah (abt 22) were gone.
William was John Floyd Anderson’s youngest son.
William Marcus Anderson was youngest son of John Floyd Anderson, born 17
Aug 1871
1890 Caldwell Co., TX - Uniquely Reconstructed &Annotated
1890 - J.P. #5, - Page 189B(2)
Marcus Anderson
58
TN
Farmer
F-VA, M-KY
Caroline
48
TN
F-Eng
M-VA
Feb 1897 in Lockhart, Caldwell Co., TX
Have ordered Obit
TX,
Feb. 23, 1897 (a Tuesday) LULING
SIGNAL:
"M. A. Anderson, an old and highly respected citizen, was buried here Sunday
evening (21 Feb 1897). Saturday morning (20 Feb 1897) he arose and went to the
breakfast table, ate a hearty meal, and, while in conversation at the table,
suddenly, without a word, fell dead. He was seemingly in the best of health,
cheerful and taken off without one word of warning. Mr. Anderson has resided
near Lockhart for about 18 years, and such was his life that everyone was his
friend. He leaves surviving him three daughters and two sons, all married and
well settled in life. Another good man has passed over the silvery waters, and
let us wish for him a peaceful sleep." Obit said he was 74 yrs, 4 mo., and 5
days at time of death
The following eulogy by M. T. Hendricks, M. D. appears in the old family bible
now in the possession of Eleanor White Mathis of Castroville, Texas.
Another hero has fallen,
Another grave is filled.
Passed away on February 20th, in his 75th year, near Lockhart, Texas, Mr. Mark
A. Anderson.
He was a broad liberal-minded man. Duty to his fellow man was his first
consideration. His heart ever went out to the widow, the orphan, the distressed
everywhere. His deeds of charity were never flaunted to the world, and, only
through private transactions, or the voice of those to whom he lent the helping
hand, did we learn of the noble deeds which were only exceeded by a nobler
nature.
While he was a strict Agnostic, he never made himself obnoxious, but bore
patiently with those who honestly differed with him.
He believed that now was the appointed time to enjoy and appreciate the true,
the good, and the beautiful; to accomplish all the good in our power-to extend
that benign influence which so brightens the life of mortals.
He believed in fidelity to marital rights-the sacredness of the family fireside.
He said: We know not what is in store for us beyond the grave. Therefore, he
would do all the good he could while a breathing, moving man, enjoying and
reciprocating the companionship of his fellow man-filling his soul with all the
beauties and teachings of nature.
None ever breathed who was faultless, and, as a long association with Mr.
Anderson is reviewed, we are persuaded but fewer man leave a greater record of
nobler deeds.
The devoted wife preceded him to his last home only three years, while two sons
and three daughters, all prosperous and happily married, will ever sadly miss
his cheering words, sweet smile and kind admonition,
His life went out in a twinkle like, the dropping of a bright star from the
firmament, and his host of friends and others, will attest his many virtues.
He was married to Eleanor Caroline IRVING in 1855.
(Date of marriage obtained from Mrs. J. R. Massey, Jr. (Sarah Griffiths)
records.
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