Building his initial cabin on the northern side of Salt Creek, Elisha Butler went on to develop land in the area that would later be known as DeWitt County. Along with several business partners, Butler purchased government land, made enhancements, and then sold the land to settlers. Some of the well-known homesteads in DeWitt County were originally owned by Butler.
Terri from the DeWitt County Genealogical Society recounts the tale of DeWitt County pioneer and cabinetmaker Levi Davenport and the small table he crafted, which is kept at the library.
