Anna Mae Floyd
Anna Mae Floyd, the daughter of Armistad Floyd and Lottie Floyd, was born in 1864 and was enslaved. She was born, raised, and resided in Auburn. Armistad was widowed by the year 1880, leaving Anna with just her father at a young age. Anna would soon go on to pick up odd jobs around Auburn. These jobs consisted of a farm laborer in 1910, a street cleaner in 1920, and general work in 1930. Possibly, Anna was married to Walter Hodge and had four children with him: Anna Lou, Edward, Lottie, and Leona. Anna also had two siblings, Levi and Amos. In the year 1950, Anna lived with her granddaughter, whilst in 1930 she was living with a different daughter. Furthermore, she owned a residence in 1920 and 1930 (valued at $500) and lived on Highway 14 on a small farm. Prior to this, in 1910 Anna lived with her brother. Anna was well-educated in spite of her enslaved status, being taught to read and write in her childhood. Anna was a hardworking, loving mother, whose obituary respectfully describes her as “well known” amongst the community.
Contributed by Endyah and William from Auburn High School