CHESLEY CROSBY
The subject of this sketch was born in Chester District, South
Carolina, July 22nd, 1788. Here he grew to manhood, when he removed to Conecuh, which
was in 1818. When he came to the county he found a few struggling settlements, there having preceded
him but few of the early emigrants. Like all others, he erected a rude house, and commenced his labors
in the boundless forests of Conecuh. Along with the growth of prosperity in the county he continued to
accumulate wealth, and by dint of energy and economy, had amassed considerable property before his
death.
Mr. Crosby was the ancestor of a large offspring. Many of these reside in Conecuh, some in adjoining
counties, and others in different and distant States. He was a man of many sterling qualities of
character. In him the widow and orphan ever found a sympathizing friend. And when convinced of the
worth of a public enterprise, no one was more liberal in contributing to its success. A praiseworthy
example of his liberality is found in the Baptist Church at Bellville, to which he gave in a cash
donation $500. In consideration of this marked liberality, a seat, stained with mahogany hue, was
prepared for him, and which he occupied in his attendance upon the services of the church.
After a long and useful life of seventy-five years, Mr. Crosby died at his home, between Bellville and
Sparta, on May 22nd, 1864.
Source: History of Conecuh County Alabama, by Rev. B. F. Riley, Thos. Gilbert, Steam Printer and Book-Binder, Columbus, GA, 1881
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