Colquitt County
Colquitt County by Melody S. Jenkins, published by Arcadia Publishing in 2009, is an illustrated exploration of the history of this Georgia county. Spanning 127 pages, the book delves into the origins of Colquitt County, formed in 1856 from parts of Thomas and Lowndes Counties. Named after Walter T. Colquitt, the county’s early history is marked by its geographical challenges and initial perceptions of its value, as it was once deemed “practically useless” by some state officials.
Readers will find a detailed account of Colquitt County’s evolution from its early days as a buffer zone between Native American tribes to its current status as a leader in various sectors, including agriculture, education, and the arts. The narrative highlights the county’s growth in community life, showcasing its journey through logging, farming, and modern advancements. This edition provides a comprehensive look at the historical and cultural significance of Colquitt County within the broader context of Southern history.
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Located in an area known as the “Pine Barrens” because the branches of the dense, virgin pine trees interlaced so tightly that they almost blocked the sun’s rays and prevented the growth of ground vegetation, Colquitt County was formed from Thomas and Lowndes Counties in 1856. The county was named for Walter T. Colquitt, a Methodist minister, Georgia’s most successful criminal lawyer, and a state senator. The 1860 Federal Census listed 1,360 residents in the county’s 547.5 square miles. Set up as a buffer zone between the Seminole Indians of Florida and the Lower Creeks of Georgia, the area was considered by some members of the Georgia Assembly as “practically useless” and not worthy of state expenditures for road construction. From this inauspicious beginning, Colquitt County has grown to be a leader in agricultural, industrial, military, municipal, educational, historic, and artistic endeavors. Colquitt County continues to be a leader in all aspects of community life, from the early days of logging, naval stores, farming, and livestock production, to modern advances in education, manufacturing, agriculture, and the arts.
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