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History of Gholsonville, (Brunswick County) Virginia

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Biographies:

Biography of James Herbert Gholson

James Herbert Gholson, representative, was born in Gholsonville, Va., in 1798; son of Maj. William Gholson. He received an academic education and was graduated at the College of New Jersey, A.B., 1820, A.M., 1823. He practised law at Percival's, Va., and represented his district in the 23d congress, 1833-35; afterward serving as a judge of the circuit court of the state for many years. He died in Brunswick county, Va., July 2, 1848.

From: Twentieth Century Biographical Dictionary of Notable Americans, Johnson, Rossiter, editor

Virginia Facts:
Tree: flowering dogwood
Bird: cardinal
Flower: dogwood
Nickname: Mother of Presidents, The Old Dominion
Motto: Sic Semper Tyrannis (Thus Always To Tyrants)
Area (sq. mi.): 40,817
Capitol: Richmond
Admitted: 26 Jun 1788

Additional Local History Notes:

Gholsonville is situated 110 meters above sea level.