121. iv. Susan Smith PRESTON, born March 5, 1800 in "Salt Works", Washington Co., VA; married James McDowell. ...
121. Susan Smith PRESTON (Francis3, William2, John1) was born on March 5, 1800 in "Salt Works", Washington Co., VA. She married James McDowell, son of Col. James McDowell and Sarah Preston, on September 7, 1818 in Abingdon, VA. She died on October 13, 1847 at age 47.
James MCDOWELL (#134) was born on October 13, 1795 in "Cherry Grove", Rockbridge Co., VA. He died on August 24, 1851 in Lexington, VA, at age 55. James was a founder of the Virginia Historical Society and signed its Constitution at the first meeting on December 29, 1831. In 1842 he was elected Governor of Virginia for a three year term beginning January 1, 1843. ...