From Deed Book M, Dallas Co. Ala., p. 158. Fort Bend Co., Texas. Our father, Joseph Phillips, of Alabama, had an estate, part now in our possession; and our sister, Amaranth Gayle of Dallas Co. Ala., wife of Matt. Gayle, has never received her share…deed of trust to her, several slaves free from the control of her husband. 8 Aug. 1846. Signed: James R. Phillips, Sidney Phillips. Recorded 16 Oct. 1849.
Source: Alabama Notes, Volumes 3 and 4, compiled by Flora D. England, published by Genealogical Publishing Co., 1978; Pg. 32
