A History of Scott County Virginia
Brimming with information, this text begins with Scott County territory as claimed by the French prior to 1763. The final chapters include interesting facts and figures from a survey made in 1930. Filling the pages between with great variety, Addington shares an abundance of knowledge.
In addition to history about the first Court and “Interesting Court Orders,” schools, homes and churches, social life, customs, etc., the author includes more than thirty biographical sketches. “Some Important Dates in Scott County History” begins with 1729 and goes through 1887. His stories of Indian attacks include the defense of Fort Blackmore, in which Daniel Boone figured prominently. He also tells about Scott County during the Civil War and the later hardships of World War I.
Addington’s History of Old-Time Schools is a fascinating word picture. Vivid descriptions enable the reader to visualize an old-time schoolroom with teacher and students in action. By following instructions in his descriptive narration, one could easily play the old-time games today.
The student of history will be delighted to read Addington’s account of a way of life that exists no more. Certainly anyone interested in the history of Scott County must acknowledge a debt of gratitude to this author.