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Mary D. "Mother" Pickett Birth: She was born around 1851 in Missouria [sic]. Family Information:
Her husband, John H. Pickett, had been a veteran of the Civil War; he had survived the war and been mustered out in February 1865, but she was listed as his widow in 1890. Description: Mrs. Pickett was always a favorite in the colony and was exceedingly well liked. She had an encouraging and happy word for everyone and was seldom seen without a warm smile of friendship and welcome. Pre-Colony History:
In 1900 she was listed as a widow, living in Nebraska with her son, Charles. Home in Colony:
In 1930 she was listed as a boarder in the Emmaly Swenson home. In July 1930 she was living next door to the Ridgeway family and visited them often. Mr. Ridgeway and his wife felt honored at the privilege of "sitting and listening to her talk." They felt that she'd done a wonderful life work in teaching her son, George, to stand up and work for the new system that would help the poor and give them plenty. Job in Colony: In 1930 she was listed as retired on the US Census. Other Info: Post-Colony History: Death:
She died at the age of 84 on January 27, 1935 at New Llano, Louisiana. At her death, she was surrounded by Mrs. George T. Pickett; her constant friend, nurse and companion Mrs. Turner; a number of other friends; and Dr. Talbot of Leesville. Her son George was away in Gila, New Mexico at the time. Sources: 1890 Veterans Schedules; Nebraska Marriage Records: George T. Pickett; Washington Marriage Records: George T. Pickett; US Census: 1900, 1930; "Llano Colonist": September 16, 1922, July 26, 1930, February 9, 1935; Louisiana Statewide Death Index
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