"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. pg. 509. GEORGE W. LEWIS: lives on Applegate; is a fruit and vegetable grower; post-office, Murphy; was born in Linn county, Mo., 1842; came to state in 1852, and to county in 1878; married Mary C. Sears, August, 1865. Children, William H. (deceased), Harry L., Viola, May and James. Submitted by: Jenny Tenlen