Notes for: Charles L. Leeson

The obituary of Charles L. Leeson states: "In 1896 he was married to Miss Nancy Husk, and to this union was born two children. His wife and children preceded him in death many years ago. On November 1 1915, Mr. Leeson was married to Miss Minnie Gaston, who survives with a number of nieces and nephews, and many friends to mourn their loss." He was the last survivor of a family of seven. [West Union Herald, Jan 13 1955]

1900 Census, Doddridge Co, WV (Southwest District):
Charles Leeson (age 34, b. Dec 1865), Nancy V. (wife, age 32, b. Mar 1868), Howard G. (son, age 2, b. Apr 1898), and Minnie Jane (dau, age 7 months, b. Oct 1899).

Local news item, "West Union Herald," Thursday, January 4, 1906, in its entirety:
"Charles Leeson, of Summers, is the champion turtle hunter. He caught 17 in one day."