Palma Lashley's family background is fairly well documented. Born 20, August 1885, her parents were Edmund (or Edmond) Lashley, a farmer, and Mary Lorena Bullard.  Palma was the second of six children. She attended at least some school, and consistently reported herself as able to read and write on censuses. Palma married Hiram Bembry on … Continue reading Palma Lee Lashley