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Williamson, John A. - Jr. 2d Lt.10/1/1861. Elected 2d Lt. 10/12/1861. Resigned 7/14/1862. B. 1837, d. 3/17/1916, buried in Emanuel Co, GA according to obituary. Buried at Williamson Family Cemetery, Toombs Co., Ga.
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Montgomery Monitor, Mount Vernon, GA:
Thursday, March 23, 1916
Mr. J.A. Williamson Died Near Alston. After a long illness, Mr. John A. Williamson died at his home near Alston on Friday last. Mr. Williamson was a leading farmer of this section, and leaves many relatives and friends to mourn his passing. He had reached the ripe old age of 77 years. He is survived by his wife and several sons and daughters. The remains were taken to Emanuel County for burial on Saturday. Mr. Williamson was the grandfather of Mrs. Archie M. Hughes of Mt. Vernon, and father of Mr. Lawton Williamson, also of this section.