plummer scanlan
1877-1943
Life Story
Birth and Early Life
Plummer Scanlan was born on February 28, 1877, in Newton County, Mississippi to Martin Scanlan (1840-?) and Tanzie Harris (1844-1924) . Raised in a rural farming community, he spent his life working on the land, developing the skills and work ethic that defined his livelihood.
Marriage and Family
Plummer married Matilda Evans (1880–1935), daughter of Gus Evans and Melissa Ann Evans on December 10, 1901. Together they built a family and a life rooted in hard work and commitment to their homeplace.
From their union, six children were born:
- Myrtice Scanlan (1898–?)
- Olivia Scanlan (1904–1995)
- Victor Scanlan (1905–1976)
- Spurgeon Scanlan (1912–1987)
- Rosie Scanlan (1915–2010)
- Blanche Scanlan (1919–2006)
Occupation and Daily Life
Plummer worked as a farm laborer, dedicating long days to supporting his family through agriculture. By 1940, he owned his own farm, with the household valued at $1,000, a significant accomplishment during that era. His workweek averaged 50 hours, reflecting the labor-intensive nature of rural life. Unlike many of his peers, Plummer did not receive formal education, yet he successfully managed and sustained his farm through experience and perseverance.
Death and Burial
Plummer Scanlan passed away on February 2, 1943. He is laid to rest at the Evans Cemetery in Newton County, Mississippi, beside generations of family whose history forms the foundation of the Altare community.
Resting Place
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Sources
- 1880 Federal Census
- 1900 Federal Census
- 1910 Federal Census
- 1920 Federal Census
- 1930 Federal Census
- 1940 Federal Census
- Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007
- Mississippi, U.S., Index to Deaths, 1912-1943
- U.S., World War I Civilian Draft Registrations, 1917-1918
- U.S., World War I Draft Registration Cards, 1917-1918
- U.S., World War II Draft Cards Young Men, 1940-1947
- U.S., Find a Grave® Index, 1600s-Current
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