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Graves of Newton County



Solomon Graves died 9/1830 in Newton County. Wife, Joanna. Issue:

Mt. Pleasant
Mt. Pleasant was built in 1818 in Covington by Solomon Graves on a plantation which included over 7,000 acres of land which was worked by 200-300 slaves. Two of the slave cabins are being displayed at St. Mountain Park.

Sources: LWT of Solomon Graves, Newton County Will Bk 1823-1851

LWT of Iverson Graves dated 17 Apr 1860, Codicil 29 Dec 1862, probated 23 Feb 1865 Newton County

LWT of John W. Graves dated 8 Aug 1845, probated Sept 1852, Newton County

LWT of Sarah Graves dated 6 Oct 1888; probated Jan 1891, Newton County.