McDougald Dexter

b. 28 June 1879
  • McDougald Dexter was born on 28 June 1879 in Columbus, Muscogee County, Georgia.
  • He was known as Mac.
  • Frances Lucretia Mitchell appeared in the US federal census of 1 June 1880 in Columbus, Muscogee County, Georgia. Other members of the household included McDougald Dexter, Alique McDougald, Thomas Eliel Blanchard, Sarah E. McDougald, Amory Dexter, Helen McDougald and Charles Amory Dexter. Also in the household were a cook and two other servants.
  • The following appeared on 30 December 1887 in The Columbus Enquirer-Sun: Mr. Amory Dexter died at his home, in this city, at 7:10 o'clock yesterday morning, after an illness of ten days, of pneumonia.
         In the death of Amory Dexter, Columbus loses one of her best and most useful citizens. The deceased was born in Boston, Mass., on the 12th day of April 1829, and came south about thirty years ago. For a number of years Mr. Dexter followed his profession as a civil engineer, first on what is now known as the Brunswick and Western railroad, and, latterly, had charge of extensive mining interests at Dahlonega, Ga. Just after the close of the war, Mr. Dexter, with his lamented brother, Charles E. Dexter, did an extensive and profitable cotton business in this city.
         Mr. Dexter was ever closely identified with the best interests of the city of Columbus, and at the time of his death, was secretary and treasurer of the Columbus Gas Light company; treasurer of the Georgia Steam and Gas Pipe company, and a director in the Eagle and Phenix Manufacturing company, the Georgia Home Insurance company, the National Bank of Columbus and the Muscogee Oil company.
         The deceased was a devout and faithful member of Trinity Episcopal church, and was noted for his generosity and liberality toward the church and charitable institutions. He married Miss Helen McDougald who, with four children, survives him. His children are Charles Amory, McDougald, Parkman B., and Helen. He has an extensive family connection.
         The funeral will take place from Trinity Episcopal church at 10 o'clock this morning.
  • Helen McDougald appeared in the US federal census of 1 June 1900 in Columbus, Muscogee County, Georgia, at 1115 Second Avenue and also a cook.. Other members of the household included McDougald Dexter, Charles Amory Dexter, Parkman Blake Dexter and Helen Dexter.
  • He was assistant superintendent at a gas works, according to the 1900 census.
  • He married Eloise Mooty, daughter of A. P. Mooty and Eliza M. (?), on 27 November 1906 in Columbus, Muscogee County, Georgia, at Trinity Episcopal Church.
  • The following appeared on 28 November 1906 in The Columbus Enquirer-Sun: Trinity Episcopal church was again the scene of a wedding of unusual brilliancy, when Miss Eloise Mooty, daughter of Mr. A. P. Mooty, and Mr. McDougald Dexter, were united in marriage by the Rev. Mr. Bourne, of St. Marys Church.
         The decorations. . . .
         The ushers entered first -- Messrs. Thomas Hudson, Curtis Jordan, William Hart and John Hanserd.
         The maid of honor, Miss Will Cherry, of Seneca, S.C.. . . immediately preceded the bride.
         The bride entered with her brother, Mr. Hugh Mooty, who gave her in marriage, and was met at the chancel by the groom and his best man, Mr. Marshall Dixon. . . .
         A reception at the home of the mother of the bride followed the ceremony. Only the relatives of both parties were present. . . . a journey of several weeks to the north. . . . Mr. Dexter, the groom, is a young man of fine character, a member of one of Columbus most prominent families, and a gentleman who is held in sincere esteem for his sterling worth. He holds the responsible position of superintendent of one of the city's largest corporations, being in charge of the affairs of the Gas Light Company, of Columbus.
  • McDougald Dexter and Eloise Mooty appeared in the US federal census of 15 April 1910 in Columbus, Muscogee County, Georgia, at 1238 Second Avenue. Other members of the household included Frances Eloise Dexter and Elizabeth Helen Dexter.
  • He was superintendent of a gas company, according to the 1910 census.
  • McDougald Dexter registered for the draft on 12 September 1918 while living with his wife Eloise at 1815 Wynnton in Columbus, and employed there as superintendent of the Gas Light Company of Columbus at 1151 Broad Street.
  • The following appeared on 20 June 1919 in The Columbus Ledger: Dr. and Mrs. C. Amory Dexter were hosts at a beautiful dinner party last evening at their home on Fifth avenue.
         The guests were seated at small tables and one large table, and each was centered with a bouquet of summer flowers.
         An elaborate course dinner was served, and among those present were: Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Dixon, Mr. and Mrs. Marshall Dixon, Mr. and Mrs. Park Dexter, Mr. and Mrs. Mac Dexter, Mr. and Mrs. [sic] Alique McDougald, Mr. and Mrs. Frances Norman, Dr. and Mrs. W. L. Cooke, Dr. and Mrs. Clifford Peacock, Dr. and Mrs. A. P. Gordy, Mr. and Mrs. Turner Berry, Miss Helen Dexter, Dr. and Mrs. R. P. Griffith.
  • McDougald Dexter and Eloise Mooty appeared in the US federal census of 1 April 1930 in Columbus, Muscogee County, Georgia, at 1915 Buena Vista Road enumerated next to Mac's brother Park.. Other members of the household included Elizabeth Helen Dexter and Frances Eloise Dexter.
  • He was president of a ventilating company, according to the 1930 census.
  • Last Edited: 28 Apr 2011

Family: Eloise Mooty b. circa 1882