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Jessie's Birth and Family
- Jessie Daniel Ames was born in Palestine, Texas, to a railroad worker and a nurse.
- Her mother disliked Palestine, finding it filled with unkept railroad workers and black faces.
Overton's Harsh Realities
- Overton, where the family moved, was a poor, violent area with many saloons.
- Lynchings were common, and diseases like diphtheria, smallpox, and typhoid were rampant.
Sibling Rivalry and Father's Favoritism
- Jessie's sister, Lulu, was considered the favorite child, praised for her beauty and intelligence.
- Jessie felt like a foil to Lulu, experiencing rejection from her father.