They were no longer called ‘Planters’ in the 20th century.
Through analysis of numerous pieces of
correspondence and other handwriting samples,
we have discovered that this is NOT the signature
of the REAL William Alexander Smith.
This Notary’s information looks extremely messy
and some parts appear to be written over the original writing.
It’s curious that the handwriting for the witness
and the rest of the form appear consistent.
The appearance of the Notary Public’s information indicates
it may also have been written by the same person
who completed the rest of the form.
