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From These Roots ... Lest We Forget
James Basden Sanders, Elizabeth (Betsy) Henderson, and Mary Exceline (Exline) Rhodes
Since 1833
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What's with the Last Names?
Sanders or Saunders?
The "Sanders" last name was (and still is) a common name for African-American and Caucasian people living in and around Richlands, NC. In the early 1900s, some of James's, Betsy's, and Exline's children decided to place a "u" in the "Sanders" last name.
It is believed that this was done primarily for three reasons:
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To distinguish our ancestors.
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To make sure mail was delivered to the correct address.
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To avoid any confusion at the bank.
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