William Penn and Iva Nonnie Moon Simpson family picture 1899
Gail married Alex's brother, William Thomas Simpson
The Simpson barn on Pleasant Hill Road in Duluth, now site of a shopping center and homes.
Originally built for $1700, the 100 acre farm was purchased for $4500.
Extended Simpson family c.1899
Note that brothers Jim, Joe, and Orion are identified
(Joe and Orion are murdered in 1922 by Vic Dowis, Jim died of leukemia at age 39)
Picture taken at Alex's funeral
Adults standing (L-R): Leon & Laura Pitts, Frank & Catherine (Paul's kids), Roy Alvin & Kathy Janis & Francine Pitts
Children standing (L-R): Rufus & Ronald Wade Pitts, Lindberg Smith (Janice's son)
Sitting (L-R): Mary Crosby & dau. Jennifer, Winona Pitts, Missy Griner, Randolph Smith, Kevin & Donnie Griner
Picture taken at Alex Sr.'s funeral. Standing (l-r): Idelle, Weyman, Ruby, Paul, Mitsuko, Alexander Jr.
Sitting (l-r): Bill and Nona Pitts, Janice and Roy Smith
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