Telfair County
Telfair County by Jane H. Walker, published by Arcadia Publishing Library Editions in May 2015, offers a detailed exploration of the historical landscape of Telfair County, Georgia. This 132-page book delves into the region’s early inhabitants, including the Creek Indians and Scottish settlers, who were self-sufficient in producing their necessities. The county, named after Edward Telfair, a two-term governor of Georgia, was established in 1807 and has maintained its boundaries since 1870.
Readers will find a comprehensive account of Telfair County’s formation and its evolution over time. The narrative highlights significant events, such as the county’s original seat in Jacksonville and its representatives’ stance during the 1861 Secession Convention. The book provides insights into the local population’s sentiments during a tumultuous period in American history, reflecting both resistance to secession and the willingness of many citizens to support the Southern cause. This edition serves as a valuable resource for those interested in the history of the South and local governance.
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Creek Indians inhabited land that was to become Telfair County. The early population was made up of settlers of Scottish descent. They had to produce almost everything they used, from food to equipment. Named for Edward Telfair, a two-term governor of Georgia, the county was formed in 1807 from a portion of Wilkinson County. Gradually, several counties were formed from parts of Telfair. Since 1870, Telfair County has kept its current boundaries. The original county seat was located in Jacksonville, about 20 miles south of McRae, Georgia, where it was moved by the legislature in 1871. While Georgia was a hotbed of secession, Telfair County representatives to the Secession Convention in 1861 voted “no” to the resolution, reflecting the sentiment of the county’s population. Even though there was strong objection to secession, many Telfair County citizens did their duty and volunteered to serve the Southern cause.
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