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     William was born circa 1680. He married Mary (-----) before 1730. The widow of Abbot Justice married William Taylor, who was appointed guardian to Sarah Justice in 1730 (Acc Co Orders 1724-1731, pp 118 and 119)..

     Edmund was born circa 1698 at Accomack Co, VA. Edmund was named in his father's will on 6 February 1718 at Accomack Co, VA. He was named as son Edmund (under age) and given all my land on the seaside containing 800 acres & for want of heirs to unborn child. Son Edmund to be under the guide & direction of his uncle Morris Shepheard..¹ Edmund was named in his grandfather's will on 19 April 1726 at Accomack Co, VA. He was named as grandson Edmund Bayly and given a silver dram cup marked R:B in the will of Richard Bayly..² He married Rose (88) Fisher, daughter of Maddox (35) Fisher (I) and Sarah (-----), circa 1726.^3,4 He married Tabitha (243) Custis, daughter of Thomas Custis and Elizabeth (90) Custis, circa 1744.^5,6 He made a will on 13 January 1751 at Accomack Co, VA. To son Edmund Bayley (under age). To daughter Tabitha Burton, slaves & all the rest of my estate that my daughter hath received since married to Samuel Burton. Son John Bayley. Daughter Rose. Wife Tabitha. Rest of my slaves to be divided between my wife and the following children, John Bayley, Rose Bayley, Thomas Bayley, Ismy Bayley, Levin Bayley, Hancock Bayley & Tabitha Burton. Wife & children residual legatees. Wife Tabitha, my loving friend Joachim Michael, living in Northampton & my son John Bayley Extrs. Witt: Thomas Crippen, William Drummond, Bridget Dorton. Codicil: To George Poulson the plantation where he now lives containing 100 acres begining at the Black Slash running along the road south toward the Court House. Witt: Thomas Crippen, William Drummond, Bridget Dorton..⁵ Edmund died in March 1751.⁵ Edmund's will was probated on 26 March 1751 at Accomack Co, VA. At probate, Littleton Scarburgh Major was appointed guardian to Edmund Bayley, heir at law to the testator..⁵

     Rose was born circa 1710 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Edmund Bayly (II), son of Edmund Bayly (I) and Hannah [31] Scarburgh, circa 1726.^1,2 Rose died circa 1743. Her husband Edmund Bayley named a wife Tabitha in his will of 13 Jan 1750/51..³

     Elizabeth was born circa 1672 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Phillip Parker I, son of George Parker I (Poplar Grove) and Florence Cade, circa 1695.¹ Elizabeth died circa 1700.

     Mary was born circa 1681 at Accomack Co, VA. She married William Major II, son of William Major I and Mary Dalby, circa 1700. Tabitah Bell named a sister Mary as the wife of William Major in her will of 30 Nov 1713..² Mary was named in her father's will on 21 May 1711 at Accomack Co, VA. She was named as daughter Mary and given only 1 shilling. It was noted that she having had her part of the estate of Col. Edmond Scarburgh..³ Mary was named in her sister's will on 30 November 1713 at Accomack Co, VA. She was named as sister Mary, now the wife of William Major, and was given part of 250 acres in Northampton Co, on the north side of the head of Nuswadox Creek..² Mary was named in her husband's will on 11 December 1729 at Accomack Co, VA. She was named as wife Mary and given 1/2 the land and plantation where they then lived during her widowhood..⁴

     Tabitha was born circa 1685 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Robert Bell, son of Robert Bell and Mary Cutting, circa 1705 at Accomack Co, VA.² Tabitha was named in her father's will on 21 May 1711 at Accomack Co, VA. She was named as daughter Tabitha and given only 1 shilling. It was noted that she having had her part of the estate of Col. Edmond Scarburgh..¹ She made a will on 30 November 1713 at Accomack Co, VA. To my mother, brother Edmund Scarburgh Jr., brother Michaell Scarburgh. To sister Elizabeth Duey. Sister Sarah Scarburgh. Cousin Beautyfiler Duey. Sister Mary, now the wife of William Major and sister Matilda, wife of Jacob Duey 250 acres in Northampton on the north side of the head of Nuswadox Creek. Sister Edmund Memore, now wife of Morris Shepheard. Sister Matilda Duey Executrix. Witt: John Metcalfe, Edmund Bayly and John Hall..² Tabitha died in December 1713.² Tabitha's will was probated on 6 January 1714 at Accomack Co, VA.²

     Matilda was born in 1686 at Accomack Co, VA. In a deposition of 26 Jul 1748, Matilda Riggs, wife of John, stated she was age 62 years and upwards, puting her birth at 1686..² She married Jacob Dewey circa 1705.^3,4 Matilda was named in her father's will on 21 May 1711 at Accomack Co, VA. She was named as daughter Matilda and given only 1 shilling. It was noted that she having had her part of the estate of Col. Edmond Scarburgh..⁵ Matilda was named in her sister's will on 30 November 1713 at Accomack Co, VA. She was named as sister Matilda, wife of Jacob Duey, and was given part of 250 acres in Northampton Co, on the north side of the head of Nuswadox Creek..⁴ Matilda was named in her husband's will on 26 September 1732 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as a wife Matildah in the will of Jacob Dewey..⁶ She married John Riggs, son of Abraham Riggs I and Rosanna Byrd ?, before 26 July 1748.² On 26 Jul 1748 it was recorded in Accomack Court: Matilda Riggs, wife of John Riggs of Accomack County in Virginia Planter, aged Sixty two years and upwards being sworn and examined declares that about Thirty two or Thirty three years ago she first became acquainted with one George Knight late of Northampton County deceased that the said George when he first arrived in this Colony landed at the house of the then Widow Hack in Accomack County and soon afterwards came to this Deponents then husbands house one Jacob Dewey and lived there as a Boarder near two years where he worked at his Trade of a Shoemaker that afterwards he intermarried with one Jean Dulin by whom he had no Issue and after her death with on Elizabeth Forbes by whom he had Issue Thomas the Elder now present whom the Deponent hath known from his birth at which she was present and another son George since dead and the Deponent further declares that she at the wedding the said George the father and the said Elizabeth and saw them bedded and that she has heard the said George declare often that he had a right to an estate in England where he said he was born and she further declares that in the said George's life she hath seen in his possession two suits of mens cloaths, several chests of drawers, looking glasses, scones and dressing glasses which the said George informed her were sent to him by a man in England named Bey who had married his sister of which Particulars above enumerated the deponents husband Jacob Dewey aforesaid bought of the said George one suit of cloaths, one chest of drawers, one large looking glass and two sconces and the deponent further says that she hath frequently heard the said George in his life declare that at the time he left England he had no brother, but that he had two sisters whose names he said to the best of this deponents memory were Mary and Frances, on of whom the said George hath told this deponent dyed in his life and when he live in Northampton County and she further declares that the said George was a middle sized man, thin and of a pale complexion and further saith not. Signed: Matilda Riggs (NOTE: Edmond Scarburgh was also a deponent and was evidently Matilda brother.).²

     Edmund was born circa 1683 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Morris Shepherd, son of John Shepherd and Margaret Parker, circa 1703.² Edmund was named in her father's will on 21 May 1711 at Accomack Co, VA. She was named as daughter Edmund Memoria and given only 1 shilling. It was noted that she having had her part of the estate of Col. Edmond Scarburgh..¹ Edmund was named in her sister's will on 30 November 1713 at Accomack Co, VA. She was named as sister Edmund Memore, now wife of Morris Shepheard in the will of Tabitha Bell..² Edmund was named in her husband's will on 6 July 1727 at Accomack Co, VA. She was named as wife Edmond Memora and give 1/2 of her husband's land during her widowhood and then it was to go to son John Shepherd..³

     Sarah was born in 1701 at Accomack Co, VA.² Sarah was named in her father's will on 21 May 1711 at Accomack Co, VA. She was named as daughter Sarah (under 14) in the will of Col. Edmond Scarburgh..¹ Sarah was named in her sister's will on 30 November 1713 at Accomack Co, VA. She was named as sister Sarah Scarburgh in the will of Tabitha Bell..³ As of circa 1715,her married name was Potter.⁴ She married John Potter Sr. circa 1715.⁴ Sarah died on 16 August 1727.²

     Perry was born after 1718 at Accomack Co, VA. Perry was living in 1721. He married Sarah (-----) circa 1740.² Perry died before 26 March 1776 at Accomack Co, VA.²

     Henry was born circa 1700 at Accomack Co, VA. Henry was named in his grandmother's will on 2 June 1719 at Accomack Co, VA. He was named as grandson Henry, son of my son Henry Scarburgh in the will of Elizabeth Scarburgh..¹ He married Margaret (239C) Custis, daughter of Capt. Henry (89) Custis and Tabitha Scarburgh Custis, circa 1730.^3,4 Henry was named in his uncle's will on 24 February 1733 at Accomack Co, VA. He was named as kinsman Henry Scarburgh Jr., son of my brother Col. Henry Scarburgh and was given all my interest in Tangier by Bennet Scarbugh..⁵ Henry was named in his father's will on 31 August 1735 at Accomack Co, VA. He was named as son Henry and given the land where his father now lives in the will of Henry Scarburgh..⁶ Henry was named as the executor of a will on 2 October 1743 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that at the probated of the will of William Watts, wife Comfort, that Henry Scarburgh was appointed guardian of John Watts, heir at law to the testator. Henry Scarburgh also qualified to settle the estate..⁷ He made a will on 4 October 1744 at Accomack Co, VA. To son Charles Scarburgh all my lands on Tangier Island. To son Bennet Scarburgh all my lands in Worcester County, formerly Somerset County, Maryland. Wife Margaret. Eldest son Henry Scarburgh. Wife and 5 children residual legatees. Daughters Margaret and Ann. Unborn child. Brother-in-law Henry Custis and friends William Bagge and Thomas Teackle to divide estate. Wife to have the tutition of all my children until they arrive at 21 or marry. Wife, Henry Custis, William Bagge & Thomas Teackle Extrs. Witt: George Douglas, George Holden, James Mitchel and Richard Drummond. Prob: William Bagge appointed guardian to Henry Scarburgh, eldest son and infant heir at law to the testator..⁴ Henry died before 26 March 1745 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated..⁴

     Charles was born circa 1700 at Accomack Co, VA. Charles was named in his grandmother's will on 2 June 1719 at Accomack Co, VA. He was named as grandson Henry, son of my son Charles Scarburgh in the will of Elizabeth Scarburgh..³ He made a will on 22 December 1724 at Accomack Co, VA. This was a verbal will made on 22 Dec 1724 and proved on 23 Dec 1724. At the house of Capt. Charles Scarburgh, dec'd, did hear his son Charles Scarburgh, being to the best of our knowledge in his perfect scenses, by word of mouth give to his brother John Scarburgh all his estate that was known and called his, he declaring he most deserving it for his kindness to which we have set our hands and are ready to declare on our oaths. Attested this 23 Dec 1724 and proved by Catherine Fouler and Roger Fouler..⁴ Charles died on 22 December 1724.⁴ Administration of Charles's estate was filed on 8 January 1725 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his estate was administered to his next eldest brother John Scarburgh, with nunc. will annexed. Col. Henry Scarburgh and Maj. Edmund Scarburgh were the securities.⁵ Charles's will was probated on 8 January 1725 at Accomack Co, VA.⁴

     Ann was born circa 1705 at Accomack Co, VA. Ann was named in her grandmother's will on 2 June 1719 at Accomack Co, VA. She was named as granddaughter Ann Parker in the will of Elizabeth Scarburgh..¹

     Elizabeth was born circa 1705 at Accomack Co, VA. Elizabeth was named in her grandmother's will on 2 June 1719 at Accomack Co, VA. She was named as granddaughter Elizabeth Bagwell in the will of Elizabeth Scarburgh..¹ She married John Wharton, son of Francis Wharton Jr. and Rebecca Revell, circa 1725 at Accomack Co, VA.² Elizabeth (43) Bagwell died before 5 September 1742 at Accomack Co, VA. She was evidently dec'd before this date as her husband John Wharton named his father-in-law Capt. John Bagwell in his will instead of her.³

     Charles was born circa 1680 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Mary (12) Scarburgh, daughter of Col. Charles [10] Scarburgh (I) and Elizabeth (3) Bennett, after 1701.² He owned 959 1/2 acres in Accomack County in 1704. "Being only in company with the subscriber, knocked overboard in Potomack River by boom on the sloop Diamond of Accomack County, about 4 o'clock on Sunday morning last past & drowned." Deposition of Charles Bayly - 6 Aug 1706.³ He made a will on 27 February 1716 at Accomack Co, VA. To son John Bayley 1/2 of my sloop Diamond. To son Charles Bayley 959 1/2 acres on Pungoteague Creek known as Yeo's Neck which Hon. Charles Scarburgh bought of Justinian Yeo. Daughters Elizabeth & Edith Bayly. My 1/2 of the Court House land containing 225 acres to be sold for eduction of children. Wife Mary residual legatee & Extr. Capt. John Bradhurst, Richard Kitson, Arthur Upshur & John Purnall or any three of them trustees. Witt: William Finne, John Stott. All children under age..⁴ Charles died in 1716.⁵ Charles's will was probated on 3 July 1716 at Accomack Co, VA. At probate Mary Bayley, wife of Charles, objects to the clause devising 959 1/2 acres, stating that she was possessed of same before her marriage with the said Charles, and was and still is possessed of an estate of inheritance in fee simple, and which said Charles without her consent devised to her son Charles. (Note: For further disposition of this land see will of Charles' father John Bayley, who died shortly after Charles.).⁵ Charles was named in his father's will on 3 January 1717 at Accomack Co, VA. Charles & Mary's son John was left land where my son Charles Baily lived in his lifetime in the will of John Baily..¹

     John was born circa 1705 at Accomack Co, VA. John was named in his father's will on 27 February 1716 at Accomack Co, VA. He was named as son John Bayley and givne 1/2 of my sloop Diamond in the will of Charles Bayley..³ John was named in his grandfather's will on 3 January 1717 at Accomack Co, VA. He was named as grandson John Baily, son of Charles & Mary Baily, in the will of John Baily..⁴ He made a will on 27 December 1767 at Accomack Co, VA. To son Charles Bayly 636 acres where I now live. To daughter Mary. To son Laban Bayly. Son & daughter Laban & Mary residual legatees. Neighbor John Finney, son Charles & daughter Mary Extrs. Witt: John Finney, Thomas Guy, John Saulsbury & Mary Guy..⁵ John died in January 1768 at Accomack Co, VA.⁵ John's will was probated on 26 January 1768 at Accomack Co, VA.⁵

     Charles was born circa 1707 at Accomack Co, VA. Charles was named in his father's will on 27 February 1716 at Accomack Co, VA. He was named as son Charles Bayley and given 959 1/2 acres on Pungoteague Creek in the will of Charles Bayley..³ Charles was named in his grandfather's will on 3 January 1717 at Accomack Co, VA. In his grandfather John Baily's will he named daughter-in-law Mary Baily, mother of my grandson John Baily, and gave her the enjoyment of the plantation where she now lives and the plantation where my son Charles lived for life, provided she make over by deed to her second son Charles Baily, that tract of land given her by her dec'd father, Charles Scarburgh at the head of Pungoteague Creek..⁴ He married Namoi 'Amey' Wise circa 1730. Dorman shows her only as Naomi 'Amey' (-----)..^5,6 Charles was named as the executor of a will on 20 March 1769 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Charles Bayly Sr., Zerrobabel Rodgers & Nathan Pearce were named as Extrs. in the will of John Mahon..⁷ Charles was named as administrator of an estate on 28 November 1769 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Charles Bayly Sr. was appointed to settle the estate of Thomas Watt with Luke Luker the security..⁸ Charles was named as the executor of a will on 10 May 1771 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Charles Bayly Sr. & John Taylor were named as Extrs. in the will of Leven Taylor..⁹ He made a will at Accomack Co, VA. Land where I now live containing 845 acres to my 5 daughters Elizabeth Wise Bayly, Sarah Wyatt, Susannah Bayly, Ann Braughton, Margaret Bayly & my grandson Charles B. Taylor, to be equally divided in 6 parts. To wife Amey slaves for life, reversion to my 5 daughters and grandson. Balance of estate to wife during her widowhood then to my 5 daughters and my said grandson. Wife Amey, daughter Elizabeth & James Braughton Extrs. Witt: Benjamin Hutcheson, Luke Luker & Naomay Bradford..⁵ Charles died in July 1772.⁵ Charles's will was probated on 28 July 1772 at Accomack Co, VA.⁵

     Edith was born circa 1709 at Accomack Co, VA. Edith was named in her father's will on 27 February 1716 at Accomack Co, VA. She was named as a daughter Edith Bayly..³ Edith was named in her grandfather's will on 3 January 1717 at Accomack Co, VA. She was named as a grandchild Edith Baily in the will of John Baily..⁴ Edith was named in her grandmother's will on 2 June 1719 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a granddaughter Edith Baily in the will of Elizabeth Scarburgh.⁵ As of circa 1730,her married name was Godwin.^6,7 She married Joseph (174) Godwin III, son of Devorax Godwin II and Susanna (52) Kendall, circa 1730 at Northampton Co, VA.^6,7 Edith was named in her husband's will on 26 January 1735/36 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as wife Edith in the will of Joseph Godwin.⁸ She married Salathiel Harrison after 13 April 1736 at Northampton Co, VA.⁶ Edith died before 9 June 1741 at Northampton Co, VA.⁶

     Elizabeth was born circa 1711 at Accomack Co, VA. Elizabeth was named in her father's will on 27 February 1716 at Accomack Co, VA.³ Elizabeth was named in her grandfather's will on 3 January 1717 at Accomack Co, VA. She was named as a grandchild Elizabeth Baily in the will of John Baily..⁴ Elizabeth was named in her grandmother's will on 2 June 1719 at Accomack Co, VA. She was named as granddaughter Elizabeth Bagwell in the will of Elizabeth Scarburgh..⁵

     In his will, written 15 Feb 1727/8, Henry Parker named brothers George and Charles Parker. Brother Charles was a residual legatee and executor. Witnesses were John McClester, Isaack Rodgers, and Elizabeth Rodgers (Acc Co Wills, Deeds & c., 1715-29, v.ii., p. 188). Henry was born circa 1696 at Accomack Co, VA. Henry was living in 1724. Henry's will was probated on 5 March 1728 at Accomack Co, VA.² Henry died in 1728.²

     Phillip was born circa 1698 at Accomack Co, VA. Phillip was living in 1724. He married Ann (-----) circa 1748.² Phillip died before 24 February 1784 at Accomack Co, VA.²

     Charles was born circa 1700 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Agnes (-----) circa 1720.² Charles was living in 1724. Charles died in 1739 at Accomack Co, VA.³ Administration of Charles's estate was filed on 27 February 1740. On 27 Feb 1739/40, Charles Parker's estate was administered to Henry Curtis, with Henry Scarburgh, Gent., security (Acc Co Orders, 1737-44, p. 235).

     Bennet was born circa 1702 at Accomack Co, VA. Bennet was living in 1724. He was left land in Somerset Co, MD..

     Richard was born circa 1704 at Accomack Co, VA. Richard was living in 1724. He was left land in Somerset Co, MD..

     Margaret was born circa 1700. She married Rev. William Black before 1728.¹ Margaret was living in 1728.²

     John was born circa 1700 at Accomack Co, VA. John was named in his grandfather's will on 3 January 1717 at Accomack Co, VA. He was named as grandson John Scarburgh, son of Charles and Edith Scarburgh, in the will of John Baily. He was given a plantation near Assawoman Church containing 250 acres and also part of Foxes Island..³ He married Tabitha (243) Custis, daughter of Thomas Custis and Elizabeth (90) Custis, circa 1724.⁴ John was named in his brother's will on 22 December 1724 at Accomack Co, VA. He was named as the brother of Charles Scarburgh in his brother Charles' verbal will..⁵ John was living on 31 March 1741 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that he was named to settle the estate of Bennet Scarburgh Jr. (Note: It is assume that Bennet was his brother.).⁶ He made a will on 12 July 1743 at Accomack Co, VA. To son Charles (under age) land and plantation where I now live containing 975 acres and also my plantation called Hog Neck containing 500 acres. To daughter Bradhurst Scarburgh land at Pocomoke containing 400 acres. To daughter Elizabeth Scarburgh plantation at Assawoman containing 200 acres. To daughter Tabitha Scarburgh. To daughter Sarah Scarburgh. Wife Tabitha. Col. Henry Scarburgh, Edmund Bayly and John Selby in Maryland Extrs. Witt: William Bagg, Richard Bonnywell and Robert Cole..⁷ John died in November 1743.⁷ John's will was probated on 29 November 1743 at Accomack Co, VA. In probate it was noted that Charles Scarburgh was the infant heir at law to the testator..⁷ Administration of John's estate was filed on 29 November 1757 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that James Henry was named to settle his estate which was unadministered by Tabitha Scarburgh, dec'd, his administratix. John Coleburn was the security.⁸

     Tabitha was born circa 1708 at Accomack Co, VA. Tabitha was named as an heir on 2 May 1720 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Tabitha Custis, daughter of Thomas Custis & Elizabeth his wife in the will of Capt. John Bradhurst, wife Elizabeth.³ She married John (30) Scarburgh, son of Capt. Charles (8) Scarburgh (II) and Edith Bayly, circa 1724. He lived on Custis Neck..⁴ As of circa 1724,her married name was Scarburgh.⁴ Tabitha was named in her husband's will on 12 July 1743 at Accomack Co, VA. She was named as wife Tabitha in the will of John Scarburgh..⁵ As of circa 1744,her married name was Bayly.^6,4 She married Edmund Bayly (II), son of Edmund Bayly (I) and Hannah [31] Scarburgh, circa 1744.^6,4 Tabitha was named in her husband's will on 13 January 1751 at Accomack Co, VA. She was named as wife Tabitha in the will of Edmund Bayley..⁶ As of between 11 February 1756 and 28 February 1756,her married name was Savage.⁴ She married John Savage between 11 February 1756 and 28 February 1756 at Accomack Co, VA.⁴ Tabitha (243) Custis died on 3 April 1757 at Accomack Co, VA. A jury was uncertain of the law regarding some inheritance issues, so recorded several facts for the decision of the justices. The pertinent names & dates are as follows: Sarah Scarburgh, daughter of John Scarburgh and Tabitha (Custis) Scarburgh was 11 years old in 1751. Tabitha (Custis) Scarburgh married Edmund Bayly after Scarburgh’s death in 1743, and had sons Levin and Hancock Bayly. Tabitha (Custis) Scarburgh Bayly married John Savage between February 11 and 28, 1756. Tabitha (Custis) Scarburgh Bayly Savage died on 3 April 1757. Sarah Scarburgh (dau of John and Tabitha) married James Henry in August 1757.⁴ On 20 Nov 1757 James Henry was named to settle the estate of John Scarburgh which was unadministered by Tabitha Scarburgh, dec'd, his administratix. John Coleburn was the security.⁷

     Bradhurst was born circa 1732 at Accomack Co, VA. Bradhurst was named in her father's will on 12 July 1743 at Accomack Co, VA. She was named as daughter Bradhurst Scarburgh and given 400 acres at Pocomoke..¹ She married William Drummond, son of Capt. Richard Drummond II and Anne Hack, after 1743. Dorman shows they were married by 26 June 1750 and that William was the son of Richard Drummond and Ann Tilney, instead of Richard Drummond and Anne Hack..^3,4 Bradhurst died circa 1765.

     Elizabeth was born circa 1716 at Accomack Co, VA. Elizabeth was named in her grandfather's will on 24 February 1720 at Hunting Creek, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as a granddaughter Elizabeth Drummond in the will of Capt. Richard Drummond of Hunting Creek..² Elizabeth was named in her father's will on 9 June 1730 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Elizabeth Drummond in the will of Richard Drummond, wife Ann..³ Elizabeth died before 25 July 1769 at Accomack Co, VA. Elizabeth, one of the daughter of Richard the elder, is dead intestate and without issue..⁴

     Anne was born circa 1720 at Accomack Co, VA.² Anne was named in her father's will on 9 June 1730 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Ann Drummond in the will of Richard Drummond, wife Ann..¹ She married Capt. John Selby, son of Parker Selby (II) and Mary Watts, circa 1745. Ann, daughter of Richard the elder, married John Selby, your respondent in the land cause..³ Anne Drummond died before 8 December 1801 at Worcester Co, MD. It was on this date that administrative bonds on the estate of Anne Selby were given by Polly Selby, John Selby of Parker & Benjamin Gunby.⁴

     William was born circa 1721 at Accomack Co, VA. William was named in his father's will on 9 June 1730 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son William Drummond in the will of Richard Drummond, wife Ann. He was given the plantation purchased of James Tatham lying on Guilford, being 200 acres. He also inherited land on Mossongo Creek..¹ He married Bradhurst (76) Scarburgh, daughter of John (30) Scarburgh and Tabitha (243) Custis, after 1743. Dorman shows they were married by 26 June 1750 and that William was the son of Richard Drummond and Ann Tilney, instead of Richard Drummond and Anne Hack..^2,3 William was named in his brother's will on 9 May 1765 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a brother William Drummond, with a son George, in the will of George Drummond, mother Ann Buncle & dec'd brother Spencer..⁴ He married Sarah White, daughter of William White (IV) and Mary Savage, before 5 February 1767 at Accomack Co, VA.⁵ He made a will on 28 February 1773 at Assawoman, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William Drummond of Assawoman. To wife Sarah use of whole estate until my son John Drummond comes to the age of 21 years & then she to have 1/3 of my Manner Plantation & 1/3 of my Messongoe lands, being 250 acres & after my son John comes to age wife to have the use of all my lands hereafter devised to my son George & all the slaves which I shall bequeath to my son John until my son George attains the age of 21 years, & after that time to have 1/3 of my lands & slaves & a child's part of my personal estate & should my wife marry before my son George becomes 21 then to have what the law allows her. To son John my Mannor plantation where I now live containing 521 acres & the tract of land in Massongo Swamp supposed to containing 250 acres, slaves, &c. To son George plantation at Pocomoko containing 400 acres with the mills thereto belonging & the remainder of my Messongo lands containing 500 acres on the North side of Persimaon Gut adjcent Spencer & George Drummond's lands, negroes, &c. To daughters Elizabeth & Sally Drummond the residue of my slaves & their increase when my daughter Elizabeth attains the age of 21 years or marriage. Should all my children die without issue in the lifetime of Tabitha, the daughter of my brother in law James Henry, I devise in that case my Manor plantation where I live which came by the said Tabitha's Aunt, my first wife, unto the said Tabitha & her heirs, & should all my children die without issue in the lifetime of my brother Spencer Drummond's sons Charles & Richard, or the lifetime of either of them, in that case I give all the residue of my lands beside the Manor plantation to the said Charles & Richard Drummond. To my 2 daughters aforesaid all my right, title & interest to lands & houses in the Town of Snow Hill. Bal. of estate to be divided between my children aforesaid. Son John Drummond & brother in law James Henry Exrs. Witt: William Williams, John Montgomery, William Underhill, Littleton Townsend..⁵ William died before 27 August 1776 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated. John Montgomery & Littleton Townsend, two of the witnesses since deceased. It was brought out in a land cause that William and his two sons John & George Drummond drowned together and his share of the land descended to the defendants Elizabeth and her sister Sarah and that part of the said 1,500 acres conveyed to him was allotted to the said Elizabeth..^5,6

     George was born on 11 August 1722 at Accomack Co, VA. George was named in his father's will on 9 June 1730 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son George Drummond and given the plantation purchased of William Littleton lying on Hunting Creek being 200 acres and also my plantation which I bought of my brother Thomas Wise, lying near the Court House, being 450 acres..¹ He married Susanna (-----) circa 1755.² He made a will on 9 May 1765 at Accomack Co, VA. To son Richard Drummond all my land & plantation at Accomack Court House where I now live and my land at Back Creek on the Bayside. To daughter Anne Drummond all my land & my interest in any land at Messongo Creek. Should my said 2 children die under age & without issue the land at Accomack Court House to go to George Drummond, the son of my brother William, & my land at Back Creek & Messongo to Richard Drummond, son of my deceased brother Spencer Drummond. To mother Anne Buncle. Son Richard & daughter Anne Drummond residual legatees. Brother William Drummond & friend James Henry Exrs. Witt: J. Manby, David Bowman, John Powell..³ George died on 20 May 1766 at age 43. It was on this date that his will was probated. Mary Ann Youngblood shows his death as 20 May 1766..³

     Sarah was born on 5 February 1764 at Accomack Co, VA.³ Sarah was named in a land cause on 25 July 1769 at Accomack Co, VA. It was brought out in a land cause that William and his two sons John & George Drummond drowned together and his share of the land descended to the defendants Elizabeth and her sister Sarah and that part of the said 1,500 acres conveyed to him was allotted to the said Elizabeth..⁴ Sarah was named in her father's will on 28 February 1773 at Assawoman, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Sally Drummond in the will of William Drummond of Assawoman, wife Sarah..² As of circa 1790,her married name was Bayne.¹ She married Walter Fenley Bayne, son of Lt. William Bayne and Mary Fenley, circa 1790.^1,3 Sarah died on 19 May 1815 at Accomack Co, VA, at age 51.³

     Elizabeth was born circa 1762 at Accomack Co, VA. Elizabeth was named in a land cause on 25 July 1769 at Accomack Co, VA. It was brought out in a land cause that William and his two sons John & George Drummond drowned together and his share of the land descended to the defendants Elizabeth and her sister Sarah and that part of the said 1,500 acres conveyed to him was allotted to the said Elizabeth..³ Elizabeth was named in her father's will on 28 February 1773 at Assawoman, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Elizabeth in the will of William Drummond of Assawoman, wife Sarah..² She married Edmund Custis circa 1780. It was brought out in a land cause that Edmund Custis, had very lately intermarried with the defendant Elizabath Drummond, daughter of William..^1,3

     John was born circa 1758 at Accomack Co, VA. John was named in his father's will on 28 February 1773 at Assawoman, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as a son John Drummond, under age, in the will of William Drummond of Assawoman, wife Sarah..² John died in 1776. It was brought out in a land cause that William and his two sons John & George Drummond drowned together and his share of the land descended to the defendants Elizabeth and her sister Sarah and that part of the said 1,500 acres conveyed to him was allotted to the said Elizabeth..³

     Elizabeth was born circa 1724 at Accomack Co, VA. Elizabeth was named in her father's will on 12 July 1743 at Accomack Co, VA. She was named as daughter Elizabeth and given a plantation at Assawoman containing 200 acres..¹ As of circa 1750,her married name was Coleburn.³ She married John Coleburn, son of Robert Coleburn II and Elizabeth Taylor, circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA.⁴ Elizabeth (77) Scarburgh died before 1752 at Accomack Co, VA. It was in this year that parts of tract A68 were divided between Elizabeth Coleburn's heir Robert and her sister Sarah Scarburgh, then still single, who received the eastern part and shortly afterwards she married James Henry.⁴

     Tabitha was born circa 1726 at Accomack Co, VA. Tabitha was named in her father's will on 12 July 1743 at Accomack Co, VA. She was named as daughter Tabitha Scarburgh..¹

     Sarah was born in 1740 at Accomack Co, VA.³ Sarah was named in her father's will on 12 July 1743 at Accomack Co, VA. She was named as daughter Sarah Scarburgh..¹ As of August 1757,her married name was Henry.³ She married Judge James Henry in August 1757 at Accomack Co, VA.³

     Charles was born circa 1730 at Accomack Co, VA. Charles was named in his father's will on 12 July 1743 at Accomack Co, VA. He was named as son Charles (underage) and given land and plantation where his father now lives containing 975 acres..¹ Charles died before 27 April 1757 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration of his estate was granted to John Coleburn..²

     Ralph was born before 2 August 1620 at St. Martin's in-the-Fields, London, England. His body was interred on 27 February 1623.¹

     Hannah was born before 13 January 1623 at St. Martin's in-the-Fields, London, England. Hannah died on 14 January 1623 at St. Martin's in-the-Fields, London, England. Her body was interred on 14 January 1623.¹

     Barbary was born circa 1652 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Capt. Arthur Robins (I) circa 1674.^3,4 Barbary was named in her husband's will on 29 August 1692 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as my loving wife Barbary and named Extr. in the will of Arthur Robins, Gentlemen. His brother-in-law, John Wise was among the overseers..⁴ She married Thomas Bell Jr., son of Thomas Bell Sr. and Mary Neale (Neale?), on 28 September 1693.⁵ Barbary was named in her father's will on 21 October 1693 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my daughter Barbara Robins in the will of John Wise Sr..² She married William Nicholson before 31 May 1698.⁵ Barbary witnessed a will on 18 August 1707 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that William Nicholson, Barbery Nicholson, Margaret Wainhouse & Ann Harman proved the nunc. will of Robert Scott..⁶

     Hannah was born circa 1654 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Matthew Scarburgh circa 1670.³ Hannah was named in her father's will on 21 October 1693 at Accomack Co, VA. She was named as daughter Hannah Scarburgh in the will of John Wise Sr..² Hannah was named as a heir in a will on 25 January 1700 at Somerset Co, MD. Matthew Scarborough was named Extr in the will of John Custis. He and his wife Hannah and their daughter Ann were left a legacy.⁴

     William was born circa 1656 at Accomack Co, VA. Jennings Cropper Wise shows his son John Wise married Mary Bonnewell and his son William Wise married Sarah Bonnewell, both daughters of James Bonnewell and Mary Watson, neighbors. He married Elizabeth (-----) circa 1686.³ William witnessed a will on 11 March 1687 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Daniel Jenifer, John Wise Sr., Math: Scarburgh, William Wise & Elizabeth Wise were witnesses to the will of Capt. Thomas Palmer..³ William patented land on 21 April 1690 at York Co, VA. It was on this date that he patented a tract of 101 acres of land in Pocoson Parish, York County. It does not appear that he ever resided on the Western Shore..⁴ William was named in his father's will on 21 October 1693 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son William Wise in the will of John Wise Sr. He was given land on Onancock Creek..² William witnessed a will on 6 February 1703 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that William Wise, John Wise Jr., Tabitha Hall, Geo: Nich: Hack, Patrick Morgan & Robert Hutchinson witnessed the will of John West. (NOTE: The John Wise Jr. is assumed to be the brother of William Wise and not his son.).⁵ William deeded land as a gift on 3 October 1732 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that deeded his land to his two sons, John and William II, which was evidently the 400 acres he had inherited of his father's estate on Chesconnessex Creek, being that part nearest Onancock..^4,6 William died before 26 November 1745 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration of the estate of William Wise was granted to his father John Wise, with Isaac Smith as security. Meyer & Dorman report that his son John Wise was granted administration on his estate. Both quote Acc Co Order Book 1744-53, p. 92 as their source..^1,7 On 25 Aug 1747 William Wise's estate was appraised by George Parker, John Bagly, and James Bonnewell.⁴

     Mary (-----), widow of John Renny, who married Wm. Anderson in 1678, may have been related to William Shepherd or his wife, as they proved her will in 1703 and when William Shepherd died in 1718 he asked friends Jmes and Naomi, who was Mary (-----)'s step-daughter, to see that my wife is well taken care of during her life. Mary was born circa 1645 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married John Renny, son of (-----) Renny and (sis|o_Ruth) Smith, circa 1663. It was in this year that John Renny received a patent for tract A159 on Holden's Creek for 500 acres..^2,3 She married William Anderson, son of Garrett Anderson I and Amey (-----), in October 1678 at Accomack Co, VA. On 17 Dec 1678 in Accomack Court it was recorded that Mr. Wm. Anderson, who had married Mary (the widow of administratress of Mr. John Reny), proved that Wm. Wallis (dec'd) owed 370 lbs tobacco to Anderson in the right of his wife. Also on this date Mr. William Anderson, who married the widow of John Renny, declared that Renny (during his lifetime) had sold William Wallis (now also deceased) 200 acres on ths south side of the Pokomoke River. Anderson's wife alleged that she had not consented to the sale of her right of dower or thirds and had not signed any relinquishment. Ordered that the sheriff divide the land and give Anderson the thirds in the right of his wife after the next court, when it would be determined if she had relinquished her right or not..⁴ Mary was named in her husband's will on 23 July 1698 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as wife Mary in the will of William Anderson. She was given the plantation at Accomson for life then to Taylor grandchildren..⁵ On 4 Oct 1698 in Accomack Court, Mrs. Mary Anderson, widow of Mr. William Anderson, petitioned that in his will Anderson had "no ways trusted her and therein had clipt her of what by law was just right." She asked that the court appoint someone to divide the estate according to law and that Mr. Francis Mackemie and other executors give her a just account; she wanted her full third part. It appeared to the court that Anderson "had abridged her of her just part," so they ordered that Mr. Edmund Custis, Mr. Edward Moore, Mr. George Hope and Mr. Thomas Perry (or any three of them) divide the estate according to law. The executors were to give Mary an account of the estate so she could be possessed of her third.⁶ She made a will on 12 November 1703 at Accomack Co, VA. In her verbal will, 12 Nov 1703, Mary Anderson, widow of William Anderson, named Betty Makemie, Betty Taylor, and Betty Shepheard's daughter. The relationships were not specified. It was proved by William Shepheard, Elizabeth Shepheard and Sarah Ginn. It was presented by Mr. Francis Makemie..⁷ Mary died before 7 December 1703 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Mr. Francis Makemie presented the oral will of Mrs. Mary Anderson. It was proved by the oaths of William Shepheard, Elizabeth Shepeard and Sara Ginn..^7,8 On 1 Feb 1703/4 Mr. Frances Makemie and Elias Taylor, administrtors of the estate of Mrs. Mary Anderson, deceased, petitione that "there has been some clamor made" concerning the oral will of Mrs. Anderson. As evidence, they presented the depositions of Jane Sallman, Phillis Allmery and Jno. Allmery.⁹ On 2 Feb 1703/4 Jane Sallman, who had been ordered to appear at this court to receive corporal punishment for having a bastard child, failed to appear. Mr. Francis Makemie appeared and obliged himself to bring Jane to the next court or to pay her fine. Also on this same day William Shipperd obliged himself to save the parish from the cost of supporting the bastard child born to Sarah Ginn; he also agreed to be security for the payment of her fine.¹⁰

     John was born circa 1625 at Accomack Co, VA. John patented land in 1661 at Accomack Co, VA. It was in this year that the patent on tract A55 was reissued as two patents for 250 acres each to John Reyney who had purchased from Matilda Scarburgh and to John West whom she had married. She was the second daughter of Col. Edmund & Mary Scarburgh. This land was on the north side of Pungoteague Creek near the mouth of the Creek..² He married Mary (-----) circa 1663. It was in this year that John Renny received a patent for tract A159 on Holden's Creek for 500 acres..^3,4 John patented land in 1663 at Accomack Co, VA. It was in this year that John Renny was issued a patent for tract A128 containing 400 acres on the north side of Muddy Creek. The patent was reissued to Renny the next year and the year following he assigned to George Johnson, who in 1699 received a patent in his own name..⁵ John sold land in 1664 at Accomack Co, VA. It was in this year that John and Mary Renny assigned his half of tract A55 to Alexander Massey, who reassigned to John West. It is probable that Renny had the east half as the little creek separating it from A54 was called Renny's Gut for the next hundred years or more..² John patented land in 1664 at Accomack Co, VA. It was in this year that John Renny received a patent for tract A159 on Holden's Creek for 500 acres which later became the home and burial site of Rev. Francis Makemie. After his death in 1678, his widow Mary married William Anderson and in 1679 the court awarded the 300 acres left by John Renny to Alexander Massey, as his nearest relative, their mothers having been sisters, but two years later in 1681, Massey sold it to Anderson..⁴ John sold land in 1674 at Accomack Co, VA. It was in this year that John Renny sold the western 200 acres to William Wallis. There is no local record of the death of Wallis, but in 1679 Nathaniel Wallis, as brother and heir-at-law to William, sold it all to John Sanford, who may have been a brother to Samuel Sanford of tract A152..⁴ On 20 Aug 1678 in Accomack Court John Renny (attorney Mr. Tho. Clayton) sued Mr. Samuel Sanford, but the court dismissed the suit.⁶ John died before 17 October 1678 at Accomack Co, VA. Deposition of John Evins aged about 34 years: Evins swore that John Reiny, on his death bed about six days before he died, sent for Evins. When Evins came to him, Reiny asked him to take notice that he gave all his estate, personal and "not personal" to his wife Mary, except for some legacies which she knew in her own breast to deliver faithfully. Evins promised to remember what he said, which he earnestly desired me to do. Signed 17 Oct 167 by John Evenes. Deposition of John Booth, age about 33 years: Sent for at the same time as Jno. Evins. Booth swore he heard Jno. Reiny speak the same words as above. He too was requested by Reiny to remember and take notice of them. Signed 17 Oct 1678 by Jno. (IB) Booth..^3,7 On 2 Sep 1679 in Accomack Court - Deposition of Kenutus Bence and Mary Bence, both agee 44 years: They both heard Mr. John Renny say that he and Alexander Massy were own sister's children and all the kindred that he knew had had in this country. Sworn in open court 2 Sep 1679 by Kenutus Bence and Mary his wife. Deposition of Thomas Middleton, aged about 30 years: Said that several times he heard Mr. John Reney (during his life time) say that Alexander Massey was his cousin; they were sisters' children. Sworn in open court 2 Sep 1679 by Tho. Middleton.⁸

     Naomi was born circa 1667 at Accomack Co, VA.² Naomi was named in her grandmother's will on 20 August 1678 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Naomy, daughter of my son William Anderson, in the will of Amy Fowkes..³ She married Rev. Francis Makemie, son of (-----) Makemie (f/o Francis, Jno, Robt, Ann & others) and (-----) (-----), before 1693.⁴ Naomi was named in her grandfather's will on 21 October 1693 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my granddaughter Neome Mikemie in the will of John Wise Sr..⁴ Naomi was named in her father's will on 23 July 1698 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my eldest daughter Naomi, wife of Mr. Francis Makemie, in the will of William Anderson..¹ Naomi was named in her husband's will on 27 April 1708 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my wife Naomi in the will of Francis Makemie..⁵ She married James Kemp, son of (f/o Jas & Geo & Mary) Kemp, before 6 April 1709 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Mr. James Kemp, who married the widow and executrix of Mr. Francis Makemie, proved that the estate of Abraham Banks, dec'd, owed 1158 lbs tobacco to Makemie's estate. Ordered that the sheriff, who had custody of Banks' estate, pay the debt..^2,6 Naomi witnessed a will on 19 May 1718 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Simon Smith, James Wishart, Naomie Kempe and James Kempe were witnesses to the will of William Shephard, wife Mary. Shephard requested that friends James Kempe & Naomi his wife to see that my wife is well taken care of during her life..⁷ Naomi was named in her husband's will on 23 October 1721 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a wife Naomi in the will of James Kempe..⁸ She died after 27 September 1728 at Accomack Co, VA. She was still living on Sep 1728 when a survey of her land was made.⁹

     Francis was born in 1658 at Ramelton, Co Donegal, Ireland.² Francis immigrated to in 1683.¹ He married Naomi [41] Anderson, daughter of William Anderson and Mary [14] Wise, before 1693.³ Rev. Francis Makemie patented land on 21 February 1692/93 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that a certificate was granted to Mr. Francis Mackenny for 450 acres for transporting 9 person into the colony, which included Francis Mackennie, Ruth Smith, Wm. Boggs, Hen. Allen, Eliza. Clayton, Math. Spicer, Major a Negro man, Mary a Negro woman and Peter an Indian.⁴ He made a will on 27 April 1708 at Accomack Co, VA. To kinsman William Bagg of Accomack. To wife Naomi & 2 daughters Elizabeth & Ann Makemie. To Mr. Jedidah Andrew, Minister at Philadelphia, books & after his death or removal then to the minister or ministers succeeding him in that place, and to such only as shall be of the Presbyterian or Independent persuasion. To Andrew Hamilton my law books. To eld. daughter Elizabeth 850 acres patented by me on the South side of Sykes Island & 200 acres of swamp near Pokamok Bridge known as Dumfriece, lots at Scarburgh Town. To youngest daughter Ann 174 acres an Island on the South side of Watts Great Island, 350 acres on the South side of Matchetank Creek, 180 acres patented by me, lot at Scarburgh Town. To wife Water & Grist Mill at Assawoman Branch for life then to daughters Wife & 2 daughters residual legatees of whole estate not already disposed of by the will of Mr. William Anderson or this will. Should daus, die without issue, then to my youngest sister Ann Makemie of the Kingdom of Ireland and the two eldest sons of by brothers John & Robert Makemie, both of the name of Francis Makemie. Daus. under 18. To 2 daughters my 1/3 part of 3804 acres patented on Smith's Island, containing by estimation 1268 acres & should they die without issue to my sister Ann & the two eldest sons of my brothers John & Robert. Wife Naomi Exec. & should she die before my will is proved then Col. Francis Jenkins, of Somerset County, Maryland & Mary his wife to be my Ex'rs & guardians of my children. Mr. Andrew Hamilton Capt. John Wales, Robert Pitt, James Kemp in Accomack County, or any two of them, to assist my Ex'rs. Witt: John Parker of Mattaponi, Elizabeth Davis, Elizabeth Pichee, A: Hamilton, Tully Robinson, John Lewis..⁵ Francis died before 4 August 1708 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated..⁵

     Comfort was born on 22 May 1669 at Accomack Co, VA.² Comfort was named in her grandmother's will on 20 August 1678 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Comfort, daughter of my son William Anderson, in the will of Amy Fowkes..^3,4 Comfort received land as a gift on 20 July 1687 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA. It was on this date that William Anderson gave 200 acres to his daughter Comfort, who then was single, but she later married Elias Taylor and then William Finney. In 1743 as the widow Finney, she left her 200 acres of Sister's Island to her daughters. She was to be age 21 on 22 May 1690, which puts her brith at 22 May 1669..^5,2 She married Elias Taylor, son of William Taylor (I) and Elizabeth (-----), circa 1690.¹ Comfort was named in her grandfather's will on 21 October 1693 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my granddaughter Comfort Taylor in the will of John Wise Sr..⁶ Comfort was named in her father's will on 23 July 1698 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Comfort Taylor, wife of Elias Taylor, along with her 3 daughters Elizabeth, Naomi & Comfort Taylor, in the will of William Anderson. Land at Sikes Island not already given my daughter Comfort (he had already deeded his daughter Comfort 200 aces at Sikes Island in 1687), being 350 acres to the next daughter my daughter Comfort shall have, if none then to the 3 daughters now living. (NOTE: Since Hannah, who married James Wishart, was the next born, then she inherited the 350 aces at Sikes Island.).¹ Comfort was named in her husband's will on 19 April 1717 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a wife Comfort and named Extr. in the will of Elias Taylor..⁷ As of 1731,her married name was Finney.⁸ She married William Finney I, son of Andrew Finney I and Jane Major, in 1731. An Indenture between Comfort Anderson Taylor and William Finney was made 4 May 1730 and recorded 1 Feb 1731. This indenture was between William Finney of Accomack County and Comfort Taylor of the same place Widow of the other part (Witnesseth that for and in Consideration of a marriage shortly to be Chsd and Solomised between the said William Finney and the said Comfort Taylor it is Covenanted Granted concluded condescnded and fully agreed by and between the Parties to these presents that he the said William Finney and the said Comfort Taylor their and either and every of their Severall and respectively Heirs, Executor Admrs and Assigns respectively shall not at any times after the said marriage shall take effect, and is fully comsumated by any ways or means whatsoever intermeddle with claime any right title and interest in or to any part or parcell of the real and personal estate that they and either of them is at the time of the Signing and Sealing of the Same Indenture Severally and respectively in their own proper rights as they are Thereof now Seized and possessed But that the same shall Stand contimue and be as their Several and respective Estates in the same State and Condition as they now are and shall be deemed construed and taken to be to each of them their Heirs Extr Admrs and Assigns as the distinct and Severall rights as they now Tand before the Coverture and that they he she or any of their Heirs Exrs Admrs and Assigns shall not have make claim or may have any pretence of Claim right or Title to any part of any or either of their Estate real of personal ... William Finney Memorandum the within Named William Finney (before the Sealing and delivery of the within Deed or Writing) doe agree to give the said Comfort liberty to dispose of by her last will or Deed of Guift all or any part or parsell of both the real & personal Estate that she is now possesed with or has right or title to to any person or persons whatsoever and likewise during the term of Four Years or as long as the Said Comfort shall think fit within that time to pay to any person that the said Comfort shall appoint Ten pounds a year for and toward her son Joshua Taylor's schooling & Education. Sealed & Delivered in the present of: Griff Savage, Edmd Leatherbury & Chat Leatherbury Signed William Finney..⁸ She made a will on 21 January 1743 at Accomack Co, VA. To daughter Elizabeth Whittingham (Whittington) To grandaughters Naomy, Ann & Mary Ann Ewell. To daughter Naomy Stockly for life, reversion to grandaughter Comfort Davis. To daughter Mary Kendall. Grandchildren Joshua, Jabez & Mary Kendall. Grandson William Kendall. Grandaughter Elizabeth Beavans till her son Samuel Beavans comes to the age of 21. Grandson Elias White. Grandaughter Comfort Wishart. Grandsons John Kendall & Thomas Wishart. To son in law James Wishart. Daughter Hannah Wishart. Grandaughter Betty Williams. Daughter Ester Williams. Grandaughter Naomi Davis. Son in law John Williams. To 5 daughters Elizabeth Whittingham, Naomy Stockley, Mary Kendall, Hannah Wishart & Ester Williams 200 acres of land & marsh called Sister Island. 5 daughters residual legatees & Executrices. Witt: Thomas Teackle Taylor, Stephen Shay..⁹ Comfort died before 31 May 1743 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that her will was probated. Jedidiah Ewell, one of the heirs at law appeared by William Arbuckle, his attorney, and the rest of the heirs at law appeared by George Douglas, their attorney, and having nothing to object the said will was admitted to probate.
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     Elias was born circa 1636 at Accomack Co, VA.² Elias was named in his father's will on 21 September 1686 at Assawoman, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as son Elias Taylor in the will of William Taylor of Assawoman Creek..¹ He married Comfort [42] Anderson, daughter of William Anderson and Mary [14] Wise, circa 1690.³ He made a will on 19 April 1717 at Accomack Co, VA. I Elias Taylor being sick and weak in body but of sound & perfect memory (Blessed be God) And knowing the Uncertainty of this life on Earth, and being desirous to settle things on Earth in order to my dessolution, Do make this my last will and Testament in Manner & form following, that is to Say first & primcipally I commend my soul to Almighty God my Creator, Assuredly beleving that I shall receive full pardon & free Remission of all my sins, And be saved by ye precious death & merrits of my blessed Savior & Redeemer Christ Jesus, & my body to the Earth to be buried in such decent and Christian manner as shall be thought meet by my Executors hereafter name And as touching such worldly Estate as the Lord hath lent me, My Will & meaning is that the same shall be Employed and bestowed As by this my will is Expressed, And first I do revoke, renounce frustrate and make void, all wills by me formerly made, and declare and Appoynt This to be my last Will & Testament & no other. Item 2: I Give & bequeath unto my son Joshua Eight Negro Salves Viz Joseph, Robert, Mary, & her son Francis, Elizabeth & Henry her son, Priscilla & Grace. Item 3: I give and bequeath to my son Joshua my Silver tankard & Cup & half a doz of Silver Spoons & my Silver Headed Cane, my Bible in folie, Allso the Antiquities of the Jewe pr Josephus in folie. Item 4: I Give & bequeath to my son Joshua two guns One of them known to be my Father, The other yn which I brought of Mr Andrew Clark Mereht ind Allso my best pistol & holster and Trooper sadle and likwise my Hoasemill, and Allso his his chois of ye hansmills with all their appertenance, likewise I give that is my son Joshua my New Still Containing 30 galln or more, & my will is not to have it moved off the plantation. Item 5: I will & bequeath to my son Joshua all my Land & plantation at Asswoman which was given to me by my Father William Taylor so by his last Teatament bearing date sixeteen hundred eighty six will appear to him and heirs of his body lawfully begotten for ever. Item 6: I Give and bequeath to my son Joshua Taylor four hundred and fifty acres of land lying on ye Eastern or Northeastern side of a branch called Assowman Branch and called Queenhive to him and his lawfull hereditable issue for Ever, but for want of such I give ye ye said 450 Acres to my daughters Hannah and Esther to be Equally divided between them, to them & their heirs for Ever, and if either dies whthout lawful issue then to ye Survivor & her heirs for Ever. Item 7: I Give & Bequeath to my son Joshua twenty one head of Cattle aged from two years & upward to six years so qualified, And Allso tow horses & one Mare not Exceeding five years old, and allso my old looking glass. Item 8: I will and bequeath to my son Joshua Two good feather beds & furniture and my East Indian Quilt allso I give him two pair of large hand irons One pair of the with Brass heads, my large tongs & fire shovel, & my two pair of Stillards and Six pewter dishes one doz pewter plates & my two best Chests. Item 9: To my Two daughters Hannah Taylor & Esther Taylor I give and Bequeath my five hundred Acres of Land which I purchased of Coll John Custis of Northampton County Esqr to be Equally divided between them by a paralled line from the head of the said land to the seaside to them & their Heirs of their body lawfully begotten for Ever, but not to sell lease mortagage any part or parcel thereof without Each to other or to ye heirs of my Daughter Elizabeth Whittington, & no other, but if my two daughters Hannah and Esther dies with lawfull Issue That the 500 Acres of Land shall revert to my Daughter Elizabeths Issue that shall inheritt ye south Side of Occoconson. Item 10: I Give and bequeath to my daughter Hannah Two Negro Slaves named Sam & Kate with her Increase for Ever. Item 11: I Give to my Daughter Esther two Negro Slaves Felix and Dorcas with her Encrease for Ever. Item 12: I bequeath to my son Joshua my great iron pot Containing near 15 Galin and one Smaller one with pothooks & Tremells. Item 13: I Give and bequeath to my Two daughter Hannah & Esther to Each of them a feather bed & furniture & to Each an Iron Pot. Item 14: I Give & bequeath to my Daughter Mary three Slaves a Mustee named Toby & a Negro Woman named Dian & likewise her Son named Ebin. Item 15: I Give & bequeath allso to my Daughter Mary Twelve head of Cattle and the Same Number of Sheep & a Dun Mare & Colt running now at Sacks Island with their increase I allso I Giver her one feather bed with its appurtenances & one Iron pot. Item 16: The 500 Acres of Land given to my two Daughters Hannah and Esther my meaning & will is That if either of them shall dy without hereditable Issue Then the Survivour to possess the whole and if both should die then as aforesd. Item 17: I Give & bequeath to my Daughter Elizabeth Whittington one Negro Slave named George Longgo to her & her heirs for Ever. Item 18: I Give to my Loving Wife my brick house withall ye rooms thereunto belonging for & during her natural Life My Will and desire is That if my wife shall again Marry That then my son shall attain to Age to Enjoy & possess what is above given at the Age of Eighteen years & my daughter at sixteen, but if she Continues in widdowhood my son to remain with her till he shall attain to twenty One years & my daughter (word black out) till they are Eighteen or Married. Item 19: The Negroes Mary & Elizabeth given in the Second Article to my son Joshua my Will (--- ) is That my daughter Mary shall have one of them named Elizabeth, And instead of Elizabeth I will yt my son Joshua Shall have Dina and her son Ebin which in the fourteen Article was given to my daughter Mary, Allso I give to my sone Joshua Negro Dick. Item 20: I Give & Bequeath to my Daughter Naomi Davis ten head of Sheep. Item 21: I Give to my Daughter Comfort Ewel two Cows & Calves. Item 22: I Give to my Daughter Mary Taylor my sorrel riding horse Lastly I do ordain Constitute & appoint my Loving wife Comfort Taylor sole Executrix of this my Last & absolute Will & Testament My Will and desire is That if my Excutrix should die before my son Joshua shall arrive to ye Age of Eighteen years Then I ordain & apoint my son in law Mr William Whittington as absoulute Executr to this above. Sealed in present of: Thomas Perry, Wm. Taylor and Mary Taylor..⁴ Elias died before 4 June 1717 at Accomack Co, VA. The within last Will & Testamt of Mr Elias Taylor was proved in Open Court of Accomack County by the Oaths of Thomas Perry William Taylor & Mary Taylor ye three Witnesses to ye same 4 June 1717 Which ye Court admitted to record. Recorded 19 June 1717..⁵

     Elizabeth was born circa 1692 at Accomack Co, VA. Elizabeth was named in her grandfather's will on 23 July 1698 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my granddaughter Elizabeth Taylor, daughter of Elias & Comfort Taylor, in the will of William Anderson..³ Elizabeth was named as an heir on 12 November 1703 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Betty Taylor in the will of Mary Anderson, widow of William Anderson, who was her step-grandmother..⁴ She married William (19) Whittington, son of Col. William Whittington and Esther (14) Littleton, circa 1716.^5,2,6 Elizabeth was named in her father's will on 19 April 1717 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Elizabeth Whittington in the will of Elias Taylor, wife Comfort..⁶ Elizabeth was named as administrator of an estate on 25 March 1740 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of William Whittington was granted to his widow Betty Whittington. James Wishart and William Beavens were securities.⁷ Elizabeth was named in her mother's will on 21 January 1743 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Elizabeth Whittington in will of Comfort Finney..⁸ She made a will on 25 April 1756 at Accomack Co, VA. To grandson William Whittington, son of William Whittington 1/2 of my 3rd part of my deceased husband's estate To the children of my son Joshua Whittington, viz: William, Esther & Elizabeth Whittington all the remainder of my estate Son Joshua Exr. Witt: Elizabeth Wishart, Jacamen Wishart..⁹ Elizabeth died before 30 November 1762 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that her will was probated. Jacamen Wishart, now Jacamen Milligan & Joshua Whittington relinquished his right & William Whittington qualified..⁹

     Naomi was born circa 1694 at Accomack Co, VA. Naomi was named in her grandfather's will on 23 July 1698 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my granddaughter Naomi Taylor, daughter of Elias & Comfort Taylor, in the will of William Anderson..² She married Samuel Davis circa 1716.³ Naomi was named in her father's will on 19 April 1717 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Naomi Davis in the will of Elias Taylor, wife Comfort..³ Naomi was named as administrator of an estate on 4 March 1735 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Samuel Davis was granted to his widow Naomi Davis..⁴ She married Joseph Stockley Sr., son of Joseph Stockley and Mary Massey, on 19 May 1740 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that an Indenture was made between Joseph Stockly the Elder of Accomack County in the Colony of Virginia of the one part and Naomi Davis of the Same County widow of the other part Witnesseth That whereas there is a Marriage quickly intended to be Solomnised between the said Joseph and the said Naomi, the said Joseph on Consideration of the said Marriage and also for and in Consideration of five Shillings by the said Naomi to the said Joseph paid at and before the Enselaing and Delivery of these presents the receipt whereof the said Joseph hereby doth acknowledge doth hereby Covenant with the said Naomi that all Such Sum or Sums of money as at the time of Such Marriage Shall be due to the said Naomi and unreceived by her of John Williams of Somerset County of the purchase money of a tract of land Sold by the sd. Naomi to the said John Williams Shall and may be Disspossed of by the sd. Naomi during her Covertures with the said Joseph to such person or persons as she Shall think fit either by any writing under her hand & Seal executed in the presence of two Creditable Witnesses or by her last will in writing published in the presence of two Witnesses and that he the said Joseph So soon as he Shall have notice of Such Disspossition will pay and Deliver Such sum or Sums of money so by the said Naomi be disposed of to Such person or persons as the Same by Such Disspossition shall be appointed to be paid according to the tenor and Direction of Such Disspossition and in case the said Naomi Shall die without making Such disposition of the whole or any part of the said money that he the sd. Joseph will pay to Elizabeth the wife of William Beavans the younger Naomi Davis the younger and Comfort Davis Daughter of the ... Know all men by these presents that I Joseph Stockly of Accomack County in the Colony of Virginia am held & firmly bound unto William Beavans Junr. of the said County in the Sum of one hundred and Eighty pounds current money of Virginia to be paid to the said William Beavans Junr. his Extr. Admr. Or Assigns to me faith full payment whereof I bind myself my heirs Extr. Admr. Sealed with my Seal and Date 19 May 1740. The Condition of the above Oblegation is such if the above bound Joseph Joseph (in twice) Stockly and his heirs Extr; Admrs. Shall on his and their part Keep and perform all Singular the Articles Covenants Clauses and agreements in the within Indenture contained on the part of the said Joseph his heirs, Extr. And Admr. To be kept and performed according to the true intent and meaning thereof then this Obligation to be recorded and of no effect other wife to be of full force and Virtue. Signed - Joseph Stockly. In present of James Wishart, Hannah Wishart, Charles Stockly. At a Court held in Accomack County on 29 Oct 1740 The within Indenture was proved to be the Act and Deed of Jos. Stockly by the Oaths of James Wishart & Hannah Wishart and Charles Stockly that witness there to and the above Bond was also proved to be the Act and Deed of the said Joseph by the Oaths of the said witnesses and the same together with the said Indenture by the Court admitted to Record. (Acc Co Deeds 1746 - 1757, p. 188 to 190)
.⁵ Naomi was named in her mother's will on 21 January 1743 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Naomy Stockly in will of Comfort Finney, with reversion to grandaughter Comfort Davis..⁵ Naomi was named in her husband's will on 17 May 1758 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a wife Naomi in the will of Joseph Stockley Sr..⁶ She made a will in April 1762. To Betty, the wife of Nehemiah Stockley. To Mary Filby. To Sarah, a slave belonging to Mrs Wishart. Hannah Mathews, Naomy Matthews residual legatees. Proved by Catharine Staton & Naomi Ewell..⁷ Naomi died before 27 April 1762 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that her Nunc will was probated and Nehemiah Stockly qualified..⁸

     Comfort was born circa 1698 at Accomack Co, VA. Comfort was named in her grandfather's will on 23 July 1698 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my granddaughter Comfort Taylor, daughter of Elias & Comfort Taylor, in the will of William Anderson..² She married Col. Solomon Ewell, son of James Ewell and Anne Smith, circa 1716. Comfort, daughter of Elias Taylor, inherited part of Whitelaw's tract A141 when her brother Joshua Taylor died without issue. This was the upper part and extended north of the road through Assawoman a short distance and it included A141A. After the death of Solomon Ewell, his widow Comfort married Charles Stockley and had issue, but Charles had only the life interest of his wife in the property, and in 1741 he gave a deed of release to Jedidiah Ewell, the ultimate heir of Solomon and Comfort..³ Comfort was named in her father's will on 19 April 1717 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Comfort Ewell in the will of Elias Taylor, wife Comfort..⁴ Comfort witnessed a will on 29 October 1725 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that James Wishart, Comfort Ewell and Hannah Wishart witnessed the will of John Evans, wife Mary..⁵ Comfort was named in her husband's will on 30 August 1734 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a wife Comfort in the will of Solomon Ewell..⁶ She married Charles Stockley, son of Charles Stockley (Yeoman) and (-----) (-----), after 1734.⁷ Comfort died before 1742.

     Comfort was born circa 1649 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Ambrose White (II), son of Ambrose White (I) and (-----) (-----), before 1670 at Accomack Co, VA.^2,3 Comfort was named in her mother's will on 20 August 1678 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Comfort White, wife of Ambrose White, parents of Ambrose, their eldest son, in the will of Amy Fowkes..² She married John Rhoades (II), son of Dr. John Rhoades (I) and Katherine (-----), before 18 May 1681. It was on this date that Mr. William Anderson was named as an attorney of John and Comfort Rhods, administrator of Ambrose White, dec'd..^4,5 Comfort was named in her husband's will on 17 September 1687 at Sussex Co, DE. She was shown as a wife Comfort in the will of John Roads. Also named was Grace White (sister of Wrixam White)..⁶ She married Jeremiah Scott before 1691.⁴ Comfort was named in her brother's will on 23 July 1698 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as sister Comfort Scott and given debts now due me in the county of Sussex in the will of William Anderson. According to Whitelaw there is no record of Ambrose White's death, but in 1681 it is recorded that his widow Comfort had married John Roads and at the time of the above date she was the wife of Jeremiah Scott. She was mentioned in the will of her half-borther William Anderson in 1698, but that was the last recorded reference to her that was noted..⁷ Comfort died before 3 August 1703 at Sussex Co, DE. It was on this date that Wrixham White, admin. of the estate of his mother, Comfort Scott, dec'd, appeared in open court and acknowledged to Michael Godwin 200 acres of land on the south side of Lewis Town near the head of the Whorekill Creek in Sussex Co, by deed of sale then and there delivered..⁸

     Jeremiah was born circa 1645. He married Comfort Waddelowe, daughter of Nicholas Waddelowe (Quaker) and Amey (-----), before 1691.¹

     Temperance was born circa 1650 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Robert Mason circa 1666. In her verbal will of 20 Aug 1678 Amy Fowkes left items to Amy & Elizabeth, daughters of Robert & Temperance Mason..² Temperance was named as an heir on 10 September 1673 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Temperance Mason, wife of Robert & mother of Amy Mason in the will of Thomas Fowkes, who was her mother Amey's fourth husband..³ Temperance was named in her mother's will on 20 August 1678 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Temperance Mason, wife of Robert Mason, who were the parents of Amy & Elizabeth, in the will of Amy Fowkes..² She married Capt. George Hope circa 1679. Temperance was named in her brother's will on 23 July 1698 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my sister Hope in the will of William Anderson. She was also shown as Temperance Hope, wife of George Hope, who were the parents of nephew William Hope..⁴ Temperance died before 1 November 1709. It was on this date that Capt. George Hope, who had married Elizabeth Abbot) petitioned for division of the estate of John Abbot..⁵

     Nicholas was born in 1621 at Congabegg, Ireland.¹ He was security on the administration of an estate on 4 June 1648 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Gabriell Sheirle or Searle was granted to Alexander Maddox. Appraisers John Hinman, Stephen Horsey, Christopher Kirke & Nicholas Waddeloe.² He married Amey (-----) after 1648.³ Nicholas Waddelowe (Quaker) took the oath of allegiance to hereby engage and promise to be true and faithful to the Commonwealth of England as it is now established without King or House of Lords on 25 March 1651 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as Nicholas Waddelowe.⁴ He patented land in April 1659 at Maryland. Nicholas Waddylove of Congabegg demanded land for transporting himself, his wife Amy, his daughters Amy Anderson, Comfort Waddylove, Temperance Waddylove, Patience Waddylove, his servants, James Nicholas, William Binson, Tiege O Lung, Daniel O Lunge, Makyn Mackinney, Thomas Southern, Mary Joyner, Elizabeth Sadler, John White, William Anderson, Richard Servall and Richard Bundick into this province warrant to lay out nineteen hundred acres of land to the said Nicholas Waddylove, ret. 25 Dec 1659. (NOTE: An effort was made to locate Congabegg. There is a place named Cong in County Mayo, Ireland, a few miles from the town of Headford. In the Irish Language the ending "begg" means little. So Congabegg could mean little town of Cong.).¹ Nicholas died before 6 March 1659/60 at Northampton Co, VA.⁵ On 16 Oct 1665 Thomas Fooks of Pungoteague, the husband of Amy Fowke, the executrix and formerly wife of Nicholas Waddylove dec'd, for a valualble consideration do make over unto William Stevens of Pocomoke in the province of Maryland all my right, title and interest due me that were due to the said Nicholas Waddylove at the time of his dec'd. Signed Thomas Fowke.¹

     Thomas was born circa 1625 at England. He married Joane (-----) circa 1650.³ Thomas Fooks (Pungoteague) was named as a headright on 20 December 1658 at Northampton Co, VA. Thomas ffowkes & Joane his wife were shown on a certificate granted to Capt. Wm. Michell for 500 acres for transporting 10 persons into this country.³ He married Amey (-----) on 30 September 1660 at Hungars Parish, N'hamp Co, VA. (NOTE: He evidently had no living descendants of his own, as he named a sister Ann Miles and some of the same heirs as did his wife Amy in her will of 1678.).^4,5 Thomas Fooks (Pungoteague) sold land on 16 October 1665 at Maryland. On 16 Oct 1665 Thomas Fooks of Pungoteague, the husband of Amy Fowke, the executrix and formerly wife of Nicholas Waddylove dec'd, for a valualble consideration do make over unto William Stevens of Pocomoke in the province of Maryland all my right, title and interest due me that were due to the said Nicholas Waddylove at the time of his dec'd. Signed Thomas Fowke.⁶ He was granted a certificate for land on 18 November 1671 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Mr. Thomas Fowkes and granted a certificate for 650 acres for transporting 13 persons into the colony. Among them were Anne Fowke and Thomas Fowke. (NOTE: Anne may have been his sister and Thomas his nephew.).⁷ He made a will on 10 September 1673 at Accomack Co, VA.^4,8 Thomas died before 18 May 1674 at Accomack Co, VA.^4,9

     (f/o was born circa 1600 at England. He married (-----) (-----) circa 1625.

     Elizabeth was born circa 1695 at Accomack Co, VA. Elizabeth was named as an heir on 12 November 1703 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Betty Makemie in the will of Mary Anderson, widow of William Anderson, who was her step-grandmother..² Elizabeth was named in her father's will on 27 April 1708 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as eldest daughter Elizabeth (under 18) in the will of Francis Makemie, wife Naomi. She was given 850 acres patented by me on the south side of Sykes Island & 200 acres of swamp near Pokamok Bridge known as Dumfriece, lots at Scarburgh Town..³ Elizabeth died in September 1708 at Accomack Co, VA.⁴

     Patience was born circa 1652 at Accomack Co, VA. She married William Nock (I) circa 1670.² Patience was named in her brother's will on 23 July 1698 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my sister Nock in the will of William Anderson..³

     William was born circa 1650.

     (-----) was born circa 1630 at Scotland.¹ He married (-----) (-----) circa 1655. (-----) was living in 1658 at Ireland.¹

     (sis/o was born circa 1655 at Ramelton, Co Donegal, Ireland. As of circa 1672,her married name was Boggs. She married (f/o Wm) Boggs circa 1672. (sis/o was named in her brother's will on 27 April 1708 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

     John was born circa 1662 at Ramelton, Co Donegal, Ireland. John was named in his brother's will on 27 April 1708 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a brother John Makemie in the will of Francis Makemie, wife Naomi. He had a son named Francis Makemie..¹

     Robert was born circa 1664 at Ramelton, Co Donegal, Ireland. Robert was named in his brother's will on 27 April 1708 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a brother Robert Makemie in the will of Francis Makemie, wife Naomi. He had a son named Francis Makemie..¹

     Francis was born circa 1700 at Ireland. Francis was named in his uncle's will on 27 April 1708 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son of my brother Robert Makemie, named Francis, in the will of Francis Makemie, wife Naomi..¹

     Francis was born circa 1700 at Ireland. Francis was named in his uncle's will on 27 April 1708 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son of my brother John Makemie, named Francis, in the will of Francis Makemie, wife Naomi..¹

     James was born circa 1660. James was named as the executor of a will on 27 April 1708 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Francis Makemie's will named Mr. Andrew Hamilton, Capt. John Wales, Robert Pitt, James Kemp in Accomack County, or any two of them, to assist my Extrs..² He married Naomi [41] Anderson, daughter of William Anderson and Mary [14] Wise, before 6 April 1709 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Mr. James Kemp, who married the widow and executrix of Mr. Francis Makemie, proved that the estate of Abraham Banks, dec'd, owed 1158 lbs tobacco to Makemie's estate. Ordered that the sheriff, who had custody of Banks' estate, pay the debt..^3,4 James witnessed a will on 19 May 1718 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Simon Smith, James Wishart, Naomie Kempe and James Kempe were witnesses to the will of William Shephard, wife Mary. Shephard requested that friends James Kempe & Naomi his wife to see that my wife is well taken care of during her life..⁵ He had a child bound to him on 7 July 1719 at Accomack Co, VA. Mr. James Kempe presented an orphan boy named Makemie Boggs and requested that the child be bound to him since there were no relatives to provide care. Eleven-year-old Makemie consented to become an apprentice to Kempe till arriving at lawful age; Kemp agreed to teach him to read, write and the “art or mistery of a cooper.” At the expiration of the term, Makemie was to be paid according to law.⁶ He made a will on 23 October 1721 at Accomack Co, VA. To brother George Kempe the gun my father gave me. To kinsman James Wishart, at the day of his marriage. To sister Mary, wife of Thomas Wishart of Princess Anne County, Virginia, 2OO A. in said county at Back Bay. Wife Naomi residual legatee & Exec. & should she die my brother George Kempe & kinsman James Wishart Exrs. Witt: Hancock Custis, Comfort Finney, Ann Makemie..¹ James died before 6 March 1721/22 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated..^3,1

     Thomas was born circa 1700 at Glasgow, Scotland. He married Anne Makemie (Madam Holden), daughter of Rev. Francis Makemie and Naomi [41] Anderson, circa 1725.² On 8 Jul 1730 Thomas Blair came into court and agreed to pay the fine of Esther Perkins for having a bastard child.³ He made a will on 17 February 1739 at Accomack Co, VA. To Edward Dickeson land purchased of Col. Solomon Ewell containing 250 acres (being the land formerly sold the said Dickeson but never deeded to him) To wife Anne Blair all my lands in Virginia and all negroes & personal estate in Virginia or Maryland, except my ready cash, my goods of merchandise in any or all of my storegouses, my outstanding debts & my sea vessels, she to pay my debts. To my mother in glasgow & my brother Walter Blair all those things excepted out of the above devise to my wife, & all my other estate not already bequested, but if neither of them outlive me I will the same to their legal representatives. Wife Exec. as so far as relates to the legacies bequested her, and Mr. Alexander Buncle, merchant, & George Douglas Exrs. in trust for my mother & brother or their representatives - Witt: John Kincaid, Naomi Ewell..¹ Thomas died before 25 March 1740 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated..¹

     Robert was born in 1689 at Somerset Co, MD.¹ He married Priscilla Covington, daughter of Nehemiah Covington II and Rebecca Denwood, circa 1710 at Somerset Co, MD.² He married Anne Makemie (Madam Holden), daughter of Rev. Francis Makemie and Naomi [41] Anderson, circa 1740 at Somerset Co, MD.^3,2 Robert made a will on 13 May 1753 at Somerset Co, MD.⁴ Robert died before 26 June 1755 at Accomack Co, VA.⁴

     George was born circa 1700. He married (-----) (-----) circa 1740.¹ Geo. Holden brought his mulatto servant George Perkins to court complaining that Perkins was absent thirteen days. Ordered that Perkins serve his master an extra 26 days for his absence and repay (with extra service) the expense of capturing him twice (400 lbs tobacco) plus court costs.² He married Anne Makemie (Madam Holden), daughter of Rev. Francis Makemie and Naomi [41] Anderson, after 26 June 1755.³ George made a will on 14 September 1768 at Accomack Co, VA. Whereas I promised my wife Anne that if she should consent to dock the entail of the lands at Matchatank of which she was seized as tenant in fee tail at the time of our marriage, & having docked the same & got the fee simple thereof vested in me & my heirs, that she should in case she survived me enjoy the profits of the said lands for & during the term of her natural life &c., I therefore give & bequest the said lands to my wife Anne & her assigns during the term of her natural life - Not witnessed.¹ George died before 6 January 1774.⁴ His estate was probated on 23 February 1774 at Accomack Co, VA; George Holden, only son & heir at law to the testator qualified.¹

     William was born circa 1662 at Accomack Co, VA. William was named in his uncle's will on 20 November 1673 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a cousin (meaning nephew and in this case step-nephew) William Finnie in the will of Richard Johnson, brother Obedience..¹ He married Sarah Brickhouse, daughter of George Brickhouse Sr. and Hannah Luddington, circa 1690.² William Finney I sold land on 28 July 1691 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that William Finnie and his wife Sarah (daughter of George Brickhouse) sold the 100 acres she inherited from her father on Nassawadox Creek to John Smith, carpenter.³ William witnessed a will on 27 February 1715/16 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that William Finne & John Stott witnessed the will of Charles Bayly, wife Mary.⁴ He bought land in 1719 at Accomack Co, VA. It was in this year that Mason Abbott sold 300 acres of Whitelaw's tract A118 he had bought from William Miles to Solomon Ewell and he and his wife Comfort resold to William Finney (of tract A60). This Fowkes-Finney land began a short distance above the mouth of Parker's Creek and extended between the creek and the neck road out to a crossroad in the neck. In 1732 William Finney gave the 300 acres to his son Andrew, and 10 year later Andrew and his wife Elizabeth left 200 acres to his son Abel and 100 acres to his son Andrew; nothing more was found recorded about son Andrew. In 1768 Abel Finney, wife Elizabeth, left to his son William, who in 1813 left his land to his children. Thirteen years later a survey showed 293 acres available for the division.⁵ On 7 Mar 1721 William Finney Sr. made an agreement with John Watts that if Watt's daughter Sarah married his son William Finney Jr., the elder Finney would deed this plantation to the young couple and their heirs; such a deed was recorded 4 Jul 1721 in which William Finney gave to his son William Finney and his present wife Sarah all my dwelling plantation at Onancock.⁶ He married Comfort [42] Anderson, daughter of William Anderson and Mary [14] Wise, in 1731. An Indenture between Comfort Anderson Taylor and William Finney was made 4 May 1730 and recorded 1 Feb 1731. This indenture was between William Finney of Accomack County and Comfort Taylor of the same place Widow of the other part (Witnesseth that for and in Consideration of a marriage shortly to be Chsd and Solomised between the said William Finney and the said Comfort Taylor it is Covenanted Granted concluded condescnded and fully agreed by and between the Parties to these presents that he the said William Finney and the said Comfort Taylor their and either and every of their Severall and respectively Heirs, Executor Admrs and Assigns respectively shall not at any times after the said marriage shall take effect, and is fully comsumated by any ways or means whatsoever intermeddle with claime any right title and interest in or to any part or parcell of the real and personal estate that they and either of them is at the time of the Signing and Sealing of the Same Indenture Severally and respectively in their own proper rights as they are Thereof now Seized and possessed But that the same shall Stand contimue and be as their Several and respective Estates in the same State and Condition as they now are and shall be deemed construed and taken to be to each of them their Heirs Extr Admrs and Assigns as the distinct and Severall rights as they now Tand before the Coverture and that they he she or any of their Heirs Exrs Admrs and Assigns shall not have make claim or may have any pretence of Claim right or Title to any part of any or either of their Estate real of personal ... William Finney Memorandum the within Named William Finney (before the Sealing and delivery of the within Deed or Writing) doe agree to give the said Comfort liberty to dispose of by her last will or Deed of Guift all or any part or parsell of both the real & personal Estate that she is now possesed with or has right or title to to any person or persons whatsoever and likewise during the term of Four Years or as long as the Said Comfort shall think fit within that time to pay to any person that the said Comfort shall appoint Ten pounds a year for and toward her son Joshua Taylor's schooling & Education. Sealed & Delivered in the present of: Griff Savage, Edmd Leatherbury & Chat Leatherbury Signed William Finney..⁷ William made a will on 16 February 1737/38 at Accomack Co, VA. To son William land & plantation on Onancock Creek. To son Andrew land where he now lives. To daughter Athalia Bell. Son William residual legatee. Sons William & Andrew Exrs. Witt: John Wise, John Bayly, Alexander Sloughter.⁸ William died before 3 October 1738 at Accomack Co, VA.^7,8

     According to the deposition of Tabitha Hill, formerly Tabitha Browne, and Matilda West on 2 Jun 1708, Edmund Browne, son of Devorax Browne and Tabitha (Scarburgh) Browne, his wife, born 1660 and died in Turkey in 1678, being taken in captivity, being 18 years old or thereabouts when he died. Capt. John Martin reporting that he died, and Timothy Low saying he carried the said Browne to his grave (Acc Co Wills &c., 1692-1715 (xi), p. 440). Edmund was born in 1660 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Martha Davis circa 1677 at Newington Butts, Co Surrey, England.² Edmund died in 1678 at Turkey.¹

     Martha was born circa 1660. She married Edmund [21] Browne, son of Devereux Browne and Tabitha [9] Scarburgh, circa 1677 at Newington Butts, Co Surrey, England.¹

     Elizabeth was born circa 1670. She married Maj. Bennett (7) Scarburgh, son of Col. Charles [10] Scarburgh (I) and Elizabeth (3) Bennett, circa 1690.¹

     Winifred was born circa 1680. She married Col. Henry (9) Scarburgh I, son of Col. Charles [10] Scarburgh (I) and Elizabeth (3) Bennett, circa 1700.² Winifred was living on 28 October 1740 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that she was named to settle the estate of James Powell, with Henry Scarburgh Gent: as the security..¹ She made a will on 8 September 1756 at Accomack Co, VA. To grandson John Watts. Granddaughter Anne Scarburgh. Daughter Henrietta Deshel. Daughter (Granddaughter?) Elizabeth Watts and her sister Sarah Watts. Grandaughter Sarah Watts. Grandson Henry Scarburgh and his brother Bennet and their sister Tabitha. To William Teackle, son of Upshur Teackle. To Edmund Scarburgh, son of William Scarburgh. To Charles Watts. To grandson Henry Wright. To Nanny Wright. To my sister Elizabeth Coleburn. To William Scarburgh, son of William Scarburgh. Daughter Henrietta Dashiel residual legatee. Grandson John Watts and Mr. William Bagge Extrs. Witt: Adam Muir and Sarah Smith..³ Winifred died in November 1756.³ Winifred's will was probated on 30 November 1756 at Accomack Co, VA.³

     Edmund was born circa 1670 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Hannah [31] Scarburgh, daughter of Col. Edmund [11] Scarburgh (III) and Ursula Whittington, before 1685.² Edmund was named in his brother's will on 15 November 1707 at Accomack Co, VA. He was named as brother Edmund Bayly in the will of Richard Bayly Jr. and was named as one of the overseers..¹ He married Mary (12) Scarburgh, daughter of Col. Charles [10] Scarburgh (I) and Elizabeth (3) Bennett, circa 1717.² He made a will on 6 February 1718 at Accomack Co, VA. Edmund Bayly named a wife Mary; daughters Elizabeth Crippen and Tabitha; son Edmund (under age); and a nephew Wittington Bayly. He left all his land on the seaside containing 800 acres to his son Edmund and for want of heirs to unborn child, if a boy, but if a girl he gave 1/2 the personal estate given by this will to his son Edmund to the said child. Should his wife not be with child & his son died without issue, he gave 350 acres to his daughter Elizabeth and the remaining part of his land to his daughter Tabitha. To wife Mary all her estate that belonged to her deceased husband Charles Bayly and all legacies left her by her deceased husband. Edmund Scarburgh, Morris Shephard and Henry Scarburgh to inventory his estate. Son Edmund to be under the guide and direction of his uncle Morris Shepeard. Wife and son Edmund were executors. Witnesses were Henry Scarburgh, Morris Shepard and Seb: Cropper..³ Edmund died in March 1718.⁴ Edmund's will was probated on 2 April 1718 at Accomack Co, VA.⁴

     John was born circa 1672 at Ireland.¹ He emigrated by 1696. He was a planter of Stepney Parish, Nanticoke Hundred, Somerset Co, MD. He was an attorney, probably mariner, represented Somerset Co in Lower House of Maryland Legislature, 1704-07, justice 1723-1733/4, captain by 1723.² He married Mary (12) Scarburgh, daughter of Col. Charles [10] Scarburgh (I) and Elizabeth (3) Bennett, before 1722.¹ John died on 3 December 1741.^3,1

     William was born circa 1612.¹ He married Elizabeth (-----) circa 1635.¹ He made a will on 21 September 1686 at Accomack Co, VA. To son Elias Taylor land on Assawoman Creek containing 850 acres , 600 acres being granted me by patent dated 1664, & the remaining 250 being part of 1050 acres purchased of Col. John Stringer, remainder to his heirs, with remainder to my son William Taylor, with remainder to my daughter Winefred, formerly wife of Peter Parker, deceased To son Elias 450 acres, being the South end of said 1050 acres between Geangoteage & Assawoman Branches. To daughter Winefred, formerly wife to Peter Parker, deceased To son William land on the seaboard side between Geangoteage & Assawoman Branches, containing 800 acres, being the northermost part of said 1050 acres, also 450 acres in the woods. To my 4 grandaughters Elizabeth, Mary, Rachell & Sarah Parker, daughters of Winefred Parker. To daughter Elizabeth Ratclif & her husband Charles Rattclife. To grandaughter Elizabeth Rattclife. To grandson William Taylor, Jr. Son Elias residual legatee & Ex'r. Witt: William Whittington, William Paine, John Elliot..² William died in 1687.² William's will was probated on 21 June 1687 at Accomack Co, VA.³

     Joshua was born circa 1700 at Accomack Co, VA. Joshua was named in his father's will on 19 April 1717 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Joshua (under 18) in the will of Elias Taylor, wife Comfort. He was given all my land at Assawoman devised me by my father William Taylor, also 450 acres called Queenhive at Assawoman..¹ Joshua died before 2 February 1731 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that the subscribers Inventoryed Apprsided and Divided the Estate of Joshua Taylor Deceased as follows Viz: The estate was divided into seven parts as follows; 1st William Whittington (wife Elizabeth Taylor), 2nd Samuel Davis (wife Naomy Taylor), 3rd Solomon Ewell (wife Comfort Taylor), 4th John Kendell (wife Mary Taylor), 5th James Wishart (wife Hannah Taylor) , 6th William White (wife Esther Taylor) (all were the sister of Joshua Taylor. 6 daughters of Comfort Anderson Taylor and William Anderson & Elias Taylor) and 7th William Finney (step father) part of the Chattles by the right of Comfort his wife. (No mention is made of any land)..

     In 1698 when William Anderson wrote his will, he left land at Sikes Island not already given my daughter Comfort (he had already deeded her 200 aces at Sikes Island in 1687), being 350 acres to the next daughter my daughter Comfort shall have, if none then to the 3 daughters now living. (NOTE: Since Hannah, who married James Wishart, was the next born, then she inherited the 350 aces at Sikes Island.). Hannah was born circa 1706 at Accomack Co, VA. Hannah was named in her father's will on 19 April 1717 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Hannah Taylor in the will of Elias Taylor, wife Comfort. Daughters Hannah & Esther Taylor were given 500 acres purchased of Col. John Custis of N'hamp..¹ She married James Wishart (I), son of Thomas Wishart and Mary Kemp, after 23 October 1721.² Hannah witnessed a will on 29 October 1725 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that James Wishart, Comfort Ewell and Hannah Wishart witnessed the will of John Evans, wife Mary..³ Hannah was named in her mother's will on 21 January 1743 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Hannah Wishart in the will of Comfort Finney, who also named a son-in-law James Wishart..⁴ Hannah was named in her husband's will on 19 November 1749 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a wife Hannah Wishart in the will of James Wishart..⁵ Hannah was named as an heir on 17 January 1751 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a mother-in-law Hannah Wishart in the will of John Gilchrist, wife Mary..⁶ Hannah was named in her son's will on 21 October 1752 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as mother Hannah Wishard in the will of Thomas Wishard and she qualified to settle his estate at probate..⁷ Hannah witnessed a will on 31 October 1756 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that William Beavans, Mary Beavans & Hannah Wishart witnessed the will of Tabitha Beavans, son Joshua Beavans..⁸ Hannah was named as administrator of an estate on 28 November 1758 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of William Wishart was granted to Hannah Wishart with George Holden security..⁹ Hannah was named in her sister's will before 27 April 1762 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Mrs. Wishart in the will of Naomi Stockly. Naomi left a legacy to Sarah, a slave belonging to Mrs. Wishart..¹⁰ Hannah sold land on 31 March 1772 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA. It was on this date that Hannah Wishart joined her son James Wishart in selling 2/6 parts of Saxis Island to Stephen Marshall of Somerset County. The 2/6 parts had been bought by her son from heirs of her sisters Comfort and Esther. The 2/6 parts that were sold were bounded on the south by Hannah's 1/6..¹¹ Hannah was named as administrator of an estate on 27 July 1773 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of James Wishart was granted to Hannah Wishart with George Holden security..¹²

     Esther was born circa 1704 at Accomack Co, VA. Esther was named in her father's will on 19 April 1717 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Esther Taylor in the will of Elias Taylor, wife Comfort. Daughters Hannah & Esther Taylor were given 500 acres purchased of Col. John Custis of N'hamp..² She married William (112) White, son of Stephen (40) White, circa 1734.³ As of circa 1738,her married name was Williams. She married John Williams circa 1738. Esther was named in her mother's will on 21 January 1743 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Ester Williams in the will of Comfort Finney who also named a son-in-law John Williams and a granddaughter Betty Williams..⁴

     Mary was born circa 1702 at Accomack Co, VA. Mary was named in her father's will on 19 April 1717 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Mary Taylor in the will of Elias Taylor, wife Comfort..² She married John (51) Kendall, son of Capt. William Kendall II (the elder) and Ann (14) Mason, circa 1724.³ Mary was named in her husband's will on 12 March 1738 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my wife Mary in the will of John Kendall. She was to have use of whole estate theretofore bequest by me to any of my children by her begotten until they arrive at age or marry..⁴ Mary was named in her mother's will on 21 January 1743 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Mary Kendall in will of Comfort Finney who also named grandchildren Joshua, Jabez & Mary Kendall and a grandsons William & John Kendall..³ She married John Baldwin after 21 January 1743.⁵

     William was born circa 1682 at Somerset Co, MD.² William was named in his uncle's will on 2 May 1696 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as my cousin (meaning nephew) William Whittington in the will of Bowman Littleton. He was given all my lands in King's Neck containing 50 acres.³ He was a planter of Somerset Co, MD, where he was a justice, 1713-25, and a member of the lower house of the Maryland Assembly, 1712-14, 1716-18, 1722-24, but about 1724 settled in Accomack Co, VA. He married Elizabeth 'Betty' Taylor, daughter of Elias Taylor and Comfort [42] Anderson, circa 1716.^4,1,5 William was named in his father-in-law's will on 19 April 1717 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as my son-in-law William Whittington and named Extr in the will of Elias Taylor.⁶ William died before 25 March 1740 at Accomack Co, VA.^1,7

     Samuel was born circa 1695. Samuel witnessed a will on 30 June 1715 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Witherinton Fitchett, Samuel Davis & Benjamin Coe witnessed the will of Thomas Bell, wife Cohole.¹ He married Naomi Taylor, daughter of Elias Taylor and Comfort [42] Anderson, circa 1716.² He was shown as Samuel Davis (wife Naomi) in the 30 Aug 1734 will of Solomon Ewell, husband of Comfort Taylor a sister of Namoi (Taylor) (Acc Co Deeds & Wills, 1729-37, vol. i, p. 386). Samuel died before 4 March 1734/35 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Samuel Davis was granted to his widow Naomi Davis..³