"History of Southern Oregon, Comprising Jackson, Josephine, Douglas, Curry and Coos Counties. Compiled from the Most Authentic Sources." A. G. Walling, Publisher. Portland, OR. 1884. p. 509. Douglas County. WILLIAM S. ADAMS: lives eight miles south of Roseburg on Robert's creek; post-office, Roseburg; was born in Doulgas county, Oregon, June 31 [sic], 1853; is a farmer and stock raiser; formerly engaged in teaching school; was married to Sarah Willis, April 11, 1880. ******************* Submitted to the Oregon Bios. Project in October 2009 by Jenny Tenlen. Submitter has no additional information about the person(s) or family mentioned above.