Joseph Jackson

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Husband Joseph Jackson ¹

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            AKA: Edward Jackson 2
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         Father: [Father] Jackson (      -      )
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1 M Thomas Jackson ³

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2 M Edward Jackson ⁴

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           Died: 1848 3
         Buried:  - Florence, Hanover Twp, Washington Co, PA

         Spouse: Rebecca Jackson (      -Abt 1847/1848) 3

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3 F Fanny Jackson ⁵

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         Spouse: Robert Scott (      -1863) 2

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4 F Rosanna Jackson ³

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         Spouse: Jonathan Potts (      -      ) 3

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5 F Deborah Jackson ³

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         Spouse: Joseph Crawford (      -      ) 3

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General Notes: Husband - Joseph Jackson

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In 1772, two brothers, Joseph and Philip Jackson, came from their eastern home in search of Government land, and crossing the mountains in Pennsylvania, pushed on until they stood on the western shore of the Monongahela river, within the limits of what is now Washington County, Pennsylvania. They were attracted by the heavy timber and thick shrubbery indicative of fertile soil, and pausing on the boundaries of Hanover township, proceeded to mark out an extensive claim with their tomahawks. Their only weapons were two trusty flint-locks, with which to defend themselves against the prowling beasts of the forest or a human foe. Traces of Indians were plentiful, and with the utmost caution did the young men move from tree to tree, marking off their claim, and ever listening for the stealthy footfall of moccasined feet. They succeeded in thus taking up an immense tract of land, but, desiring to form a colony, returned to their homes before making any improvements. By offering every possible inducement they persuaded a number to return with them and seek a fortune in the "far West." Any article of clothing was accepted in lieu of payment for land, some giving a hat, or shirt, or any article most easily spared. When the colony was at length fully organized, they bid a last farewell to friends and neighbors, and with necessary supplies began the toilsome journey over the mountains, finally arriving safely at their destination. A rough shelter of poles and leaves was immediately erected, which was soon supplanted by log cabins, and religious services were then held regularly. In the absence of any minister, prayer-meetings were held, and a church being organized the two Jackson brothers were appointed as the first elders, both of whom contributed liberally to its support. It is impossible to exaggerate the intrepid spirit and untiring energy of these men, who gave their lives that future generations might enjoy the blessings of a prosperous home.

1 —, Commemorative Biographical Record of Washington County, Pennsylvania (Chicago, IL: J. H. Beers & Co., 1893), Pg 916, 1438.

2 —, Commemorative Biographical Record of Washington County, Pennsylvania (Chicago, IL: J. H. Beers & Co., 1893), Pg 357.

3 —, Commemorative Biographical Record of Washington County, Pennsylvania (Chicago, IL: J. H. Beers & Co., 1893), Pg 919.

4 —, Commemorative Biographical Record of Washington County, Pennsylvania (Chicago, IL: J. H. Beers & Co., 1893), Pg 919, 1438.

5 —, Commemorative Biographical Record of Washington County, Pennsylvania (Chicago, IL: J. H. Beers & Co., 1893), Pg 357, 919.