Joseph Augustine Sams (1856 – 1939); Reflections by His Daughter

Reflections It was 237 years ago that William Sams and his wife Elizabeth Hext bought Datha Island and started the journey that led to Alcoa South Carolina Inc. and the residential community we know as Dataw Island. I’ve really enjoyed writing the 52 Sams in 52 Weeks series this year. It...
Datha by Reverend James Julius Sams circa 1905 download...
Dr. Lewis Reeve Sams, Jr. (1810 – 1888) You are looking at the faces of a family deeply affected by the Civil War and looking for a brighter future. This photo is dated 16th October 1866. On the back are the words, 'Picture taken just as family was leaving S.C. for Galveston, Texas.' Dr. Lewis Reeve Sams, Jr....