Monthly Archives: February 2022

Madison Cotton Gin

In 1882, the Madison Cotton Gin Company, which owns the Phoenix Mills at Madison, Florida offered Ralph Barker the position of secretary and treasure. Madison, Florida Cotton planters settled the town of Madison, Florida in 1838, though there were residents … Continue reading

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Barker – Edwards Group Photo

Cornelia Clarke Barker Edwards was the oldest child of Ralph and Eugenia Barker, my great grandparents. She married George H. Edwards who was a descendant of Holmes & Edwards Silver Co. The Holmes & Edwards Silver Co. The roots for … Continue reading

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