Pioneer,
As I understand it, you are a bit of a historian when in it comes to Clay Co. history. If I am correct, are you familiar with the book Parade of Memories? If so, is it accurate? I live in a historical home in Middleburg I'm sure you'd be familiar with as would most of the regular bloggers here. My home was rumored to harbor slaves and have a tunnel from my home to Black Creek from which is only 800 feet from my second terrace. I haven't found the tunnel but it is still heavily rumored to be true.
My home is also in the Middleburg Museum as being haunted. However, in the 15 years I've been there, I've only seen the previous owner twice!
Any thoughts?
Cookie,
Kevin Hooper's books, "The Early History of Clay County" and "Images of America--Clay County" should provide you accurate information about Clay County. Mr. Hooper is the foremost authority on Clay County history. A resident of historic Middleburg, Mr. Hooper could be able to provide you with the information concerning your home's history and whether the stories you have heard are rumor or factual.
"Parade of Memories" is largely accurate, though incomplete. I have found errors in the book, but I still refer to it.