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John Wallace Payne died at his home, in Johnston, S. C., on July 27, 1914. He was the son of David Payne and Mary Richardson and was born October 19, 1861[?], near Chappells, S. C. He inherited the soldierly qualities of his ancestors, and when the war clouds cast their shadows over the country he enlisted in Company E, 7th South Carolina Regiment, Holcomb'e Legion, and reported for duty in Charleston, among the first to take up arms. He had four brothers in the army, one of whom, James R. Payne, met his death at Adam's Run, dying a true patriot. When the war was over, John Payne returned to the old homestead; but after his marriage to Miss Joanna Smyly he made his home in Johnston, S. C. and there became identified with all that pertained to the good of the town. He was a member of the Baptist Church. Throughout life his heart ever beat true to the Confederacy. He loved the cause and it was always a proud thought that he had been a soldier. At his request his cross of honor was buried with him. A laurel wreath and Confederate flag were placed upon his casket by the U. D. C's.
SOURCE: Confedeate Veteran Magazine, July, 1915.
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