Jefferson Slade
The family's travel to Utah in 1856 is confirmed by the obituary of Melissa.
He was from Louisiana; son of William and Julianne Higgenbotham Slade (died in Texas).
His death date is confirmed by his head stone on Find a Grave web site.
Born
1836 September 22
Date Details
Occurred On 1836 September 22
Traveled in Jacob Croft Company (1856)
1856 June 26 – October 11 (Age 19) Pioneers in Company
Traveling Group
Date Details
Started On 1856 June 26
Joined Company
Ended On 1856 October 11
Company Arrived
Married Sarah Mary Chestnut
1860 November 20 (Age 24)
Married Sarah Joanna Barron
1865 September 3 (Age 28)
Married Mary Jane Western
1870 June 20 (Age 33)
Died
1916 December 28 (Age 80)
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Jefferson Slade (1836 - 1916) Profile