S. C. Campbell, Henderson Co. TX

**The Southland, (newspaper) Feb. 1903

S. C. Campbell, Eustace, Texas

In 1845 Elijah Campbell came from Alabama to Anderson Co., Texas,
in 1853 was married to Miss Eliza Shockley, in 1860 moved to Smith
Co. where he still lives.  They had 10 children, 3 girls and 7 boys.  The
subject of this sketch S. C. Campbell was born April 12, 1869 in Smith
Co., Texas, he was reared on the farm, remained on the farm until he
reached the age of 21 years, during which time he had the advantage 
of the public schools of the country.  At the age of 21 he entered Summer
Hill select school of Omen, Smith Co.  Being limited in means, he taught
at intervals thus enabling him to prosecute his studies.  In the Spring of 
1897 he graduated.  He chose the profession of teaching.  After having 
taught 6 years in Smith Co. and 4 years in Henderson Co. he resigned 
the school room.  In October, 1902 entered the merchantile business in
the thriving little town of Eustace.  On the 8th of December 1902 formed
a partnership with G. J. Cook in general merchandise and they have the
fullest confidence of the people in the surrounding country.  They are
prospering in business and no doubt have a bright future.

**This newspaper has been reprinted, it is available for purchase.  There are many pictures of old settlers.

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