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     Margaret was born circa 1814 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married James A. Doughty on 11 December 1838 at Accomack Co, VA. James Ashly and James J. Ailworth were the securities on the M.L.B. of James Doughty and Margaret Ashly..² Margaret was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Margaret S. Doughty, age 36 in HH#39 headed by James A. Doughty, a 45 year old farmer..¹

     (-----) was born circa 1840. He married Permelia 'Amelia' Berry, daughter of Charles C. Berry and Margaret Lewis, circa 1865. She was Permelia Waterhouse, a 36 year old widow, on her marriage to Sebastian Lewis in 1879..

     Zadock was born circa 1800 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Frances Read circa 1824.^3,1 He made a will on 15 August 1844 at Accomack Co, VA. To son William Watson ... To daughter Henny Watson ... To daughter Scarburgh Watson ... To my daughter Mary Watson ... To my son William Watson the land where I live bounded by the lands of William Sharpley on each side. To my 3 daughters Henny Watson, Scarburgh Watson & Mary Watson the land bounded by the lands of Mrs. Nancy Jester & William Sharpley & 3 good men to be appointed to divide the land between them & my son William Watson to appoint the 3 men. Remainder to my wife Frances Watson during her life. Wife Frances & son William Watson Extrs. Witt: William Sharpley, Teackle Sharpley & Parker Sharpley..³ Zadock died in June 1845.³ Zadock's will was probated on 30 June 1845 at Accomack Co, VA.³

     Frances was born circa 1800 at Accomack Co, VA. As of circa 1824,her married name was Watson.^1,2 She married Zadock Watson, son of Jonathan Watson and Elizabeth Taylor, circa 1824.^1,2 Frances was named in her husband's will on 15 August 1844 at Accomack Co, VA. She was named as wife Frances Watson in the will of Zadock Watson..¹ She married John Sherwood on 7 July 1847 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as John Showard, widower, and she as Frances Watson, widow. No other information was given..³

     Henry was born circa 1811 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ On 27 Sep 1830 Henry Melson was named a son of Noah Melson dec'd who was a son of Levin Melson dec'd a carpenter in the Virginia Navy in the Rev. War.² He married Eveline Justice, daughter of William (of Thos) Justice, on 5 June 1849 at Accomack Co, VA. Major Scott and Lewis L. Snead were the securities on the M.L.B. of Henry Melson and Emiline Justice of William, dec'd..³ Henry was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Henry Melson the head of HH#220, a 39 year old sailor. Listed with him were the following Melsons: Emiline, age 27; Mary, age 4; and Betsy, age 6/12. Also listed was Parker Custis, a 36 year old sailor and Littleton Custis, age 12..¹

     Eveline was born circa 1823 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married Henry Melson on 5 June 1849 at Accomack Co, VA. Major Scott and Lewis L. Snead were the securities on the M.L.B. of Henry Melson and Emiline Justice of William, dec'd..² Eveline was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Emiline Melson, age 27 in HH#220 headed by Henry Melson, a 39 year old sailor..¹

     Daniel was born circa 1810 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Elizabeth Parks, daughter of Arthur Parks and Nancy Mitchell, on 16 January 1833 at Accomack Co, VA. Arthur Parks was the security on the M.L.B. of Daniel Lewis and Elizabeth Parks of Arthur..¹

     Elizabeth was born circa 1810 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Daniel Lewis on 16 January 1833 at Accomack Co, VA. Arthur Parks was the security on the M.L.B. of Daniel Lewis and Elizabeth Parks of Arthur..¹ Elizabeth was named in her brother's will on 5 December 1856 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a sister Elizabeth Lewis in the will of John H. Parks..²

     William was born circa 1812 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Sally Scott, daughter of Major Scott Sr. and Rosey Sharrod, on 16 February 1841 at Accomack Co, VA. Major Scott was the security on the M.L.B. of William Colonna and Sally Scott of Major..²

     Sally was born circa 1820 at Accomack Co, VA. She married William Colonna, son of James Colonna and Elizabeth 'Betsy' Stevens, on 16 February 1841 at Accomack Co, VA. Major Scott was the security on the M.L.B. of William Colonna and Sally Scott of Major..¹

     Tully was born circa 1871 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Lena E. Hopkins, daughter of Charles W. Hopkins and Minerva J. Crosley, on 3 June 1891 at Accomack Co, VA. They were married by George W. Burke, a Methodist minister. Tully was age 20 and a waterman and Lena was age 17..¹

     Lena was born circa 1874 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married Tully J. Lewis, son of Thomas J. Lewis and Elizabeth C. Colonna, on 3 June 1891 at Accomack Co, VA. They were married by George W. Burke, a Methodist minister. Tully was age 20 and a waterman and Lena was age 17..¹

     William was born on 11 October 1809 at Accomack Co, VA.² He married Tabitha Justice, daughter of Isaiah Justice Jr. and Sarah 'Sally' Lewis, on 24 January 1833 at Accomack Co, VA. Josiah Justice was the security on the M.L.B. of William Mason and Tabitha Justice..³ William was named in his father's will on 8 September 1853 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son William Mason in the will of Major Mason Sr..¹ William was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William Mason the head of HH#506, age 50. Listed with him were the following Masons: Tabitha, age 47; Sally, age 16; Caroline, age 16; Vienna, age 12; Thorogood, age 10; and Arinthia, age 3. Also listed were Betsey Justice, age 28; Noah Justice, age 8; and Samuel Dix, age 22 and farming..⁴ William was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1870 at Metompkin District, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William Mason the head of HH#MT676, a 60 year old farmer with real estate valued at $3,000 and personal property valued at $300. Listed with him were the following Masons: Tabitha, age 57 and keeping house, Thorogood, age 19 and a farm laborer; and Arinthia, age 12 and at home. Also listed were Mordicai B---, a 30 year old farm laborer; Laney Lewis, a 55 year old black domestic servant; and Henry Lewis, a 12 year old black farm laborer..⁵ William died in March 1900 at age 90.² His body was interred at Mason Fm Plot, west of Parksley, Acc Co, VA.²

     Tabitha was born on 28 February 1812 at Accomack Co, VA.² She married William Mason, son of Major Mason Sr. and Rachel Parks, on 24 January 1833 at Accomack Co, VA. Josiah Justice was the security on the M.L.B. of William Mason and Tabitha Justice..³ Tabitha was named in her father's will on 8 September 1849 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Tabitha Mason in the will of Isaiah Justice Sr., 8 Sep 1849, wife Sally..¹ Tabitha was listed with her husband in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Tabitha Justice Mason, age 47 in HH#506 headed by William Mason, age 50..⁴ Tabitha was listed with her husband in the census of in 1870 at Metompkin District, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Tabitha Mason, age 57 and keeping house in HH#MT676 headed by William Mason, a 60 year old farmer..⁵ Tabitha died on 30 April 1897 at age 85.² Her body was interred at Mason Fm Plot, west of Parksley, Acc Co, VA.²

     Tully was born circa 1864 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Lenora S. Williams, daughter of Thomas Henry Williams and Margaret Mears, on 31 July 1889 at Parksley, Acc Co, VA. They were married by Henry S. Dulany. Tully was age 25 and a sailor and Lenora was age 21..¹

     Lenora was born circa 1868 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married Tully M. Lewis, son of Tully M. Lewis and Elizabeth Justice 'Betsy' Mason, on 31 July 1889 at Parksley, Acc Co, VA. They were married by Henry S. Dulany. Tully was age 25 and a sailor and Lenora was age 21..¹

     Thomas was born on 25 February 1841 at Accomack Co, VA.⁴ Thomas was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Thomas Williams, age 11 in HH#986 headed by Seth Williams, a 47 year old farmer..² He married Margaret Mears, daughter of James (of Art) Mears and Mary 'Molly' Belote, on 7 February 1861 at at Reese's Chapel, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Thomas Williams, a 19 year old farmer, the son of Seth & Rosey Williams & ward of Arthur Mears, who gave consent, and she was shown as Margaret Mears, age 22, the daughter of James & Molly Mears. They were married by E.S. Grant. Arthur Mears said she was over age 21..¹ Thomas was listed as a head of household in the census of 1870 at Locust Mount, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Thos. Williams the head of HH#LM1272, age 29 and farming with real estate valued at $500 and personal property valued at $150. Listed with him were the following Williamses: Marg't, a 31 year old house keeper, Benj. F., age 8 & at home; Cordelia, age 4 & at home, Molly, age 4; Bettie S., age 2: & Loe Sue, age 2. Also listed were Ann Matthews, a 25 year old black domestic servant; Abel Matthews, age 4 and black; John T. Matthews, age 2 and black, George, age 1 and black; and Custis Nelson, age 60 and a black farm labor.⁵ He died on 14 April 1901 at age 60. Mr. Thomas H. Williams died on 14 Apr 1901, aged 60. He was the father of Mrs. Tully M. Lewis, Mrs. John W. Silverthorn, Mrs. Charles Middleton, Mrs. John R. Rew of Daughterty, Mrs. James A. Taylor and Fred Williams - Accomack - PE 20 Apr 190, PE 4 May 1901 & NL 23 Apr 1901.⁴ Thomas was buried at Onancock Cemetery, Acc Co, VA.⁴

     Margaret was born on 24 August 1838 at Accomack Co, VA.³ Margaret was listed with her father in the census of in 1860 at Onancock P.O., St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Marg't Mears, age 21 in HH#322 headed by James Mears, a 57 year old farmer..² As of 7 February 1861,her married name was Williams.¹ She married Thomas Henry Williams, son of Seth Williams and Rose 'Rosy' Roberts, on 7 February 1861 at at Reese's Chapel, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Thomas Williams, a 19 year old farmer, the son of Seth & Rosey Williams & ward of Arthur Mears, who gave consent, and she was shown as Margaret Mears, age 22, the daughter of James & Molly Mears. They were married by E.S. Grant. Arthur Mears said she was over age 21..¹ Margaret Mears died on 13 December 1911 at age 73.³ Margaret was buried at Onancock Cemetery, Acc Co, VA.³

     Wesley was born on 8 August 1841 at Accomack Co, VA.² Wesley was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Wesley Bloxom, age 9 in HH#553 headed by Ezekiel Bloxom, a 43 year old farmer with real estate valued at $5,500..¹ He married Margaret 'Peggy' Kellam circa 1865. Wesley died on 28 April 1916 at age 74.² His body was interred at Edgehill Cem, Accomac, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as Wesley Anderson Bloxom Sr., the husband of Margaret Kellam Bloxom..²

     Margaret was born on 5 August 1850 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married Wesley Anderson Bloxom Sr., son of Ezekiel R. Bloxom and Elizabeth Susan Drummond, circa 1865. Margaret died on 30 September 1930 at age 80.¹ Her body was interred at Edgehill Cem, Accomac, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Margaret Kellam Bloxom, the wife of Wesley Anderson Bloxom Sr..¹

     Nancy was born circa 1845 at Accomack Co, VA.^1,2 Nancy was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Nancy Hinman, age 5 in HH#913 headed by John Hinman, a 35 year old farmer with real estate valued at $2,000..² She married William J. Lewis, son of Major Lewis and Elizabeth Powell, on 18 May 1869 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as William J. Lewis, a 29 year old widowed farmer, the son of Major & Eliz'th Lewis and she was shown as Nancy J. Hinman, age 24, the daughter of Jno. R. & Eliz'th Hinman. They were married by John E.T. Ewell..¹

     John was born circa 1815 at Accomack Co, VA.² He married Elizabeth 'Betsy' Ayres, daughter of Thomas Ayres and Nancy Thornes, on 14 March 1835 at Accomack Co, VA. Thomas Ayres and Elizabeth Lewis were the securities on the M.L.B. of John Hinman of Window (probably William) and Elizabeth Ayres of Thomas..¹ John was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John Hinman, the head of HH#913, a 35 year old farmer with real estate valued at $2,000. Listed with him were the following Hinmans: Elizabeth, age 35; John, age 9; Margaret, age 7; Nancy, age 5; and Arinthia, age 6/12. Also listed was James Lewis, a 20 year old laborer. He was next door to HH#912 which was headed by Richard Summers, age 85 and Elizabeth Summers, age 53, who was evidently his mother by a prior marriage..² John was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John R. Hinman the head of HH#873, a 45 year old farmer with real estate valued at $5,000 and personal property valued at $5,860. Listed with him were the following Hinmans: Betsey, age 45; John, age 20; Margaret, age 18; Nancy, age 16; Arenthia, age 11; Louis, age 9; and Anna, age 6..³ John died on 13 May 1878 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John R. Hinman Sr., who died of heart problems at the age of 61 years. He was the son of Wm. & Eliz. Hinman, born in Acc Co, a farmer, the husband of Eliz. Hinman. His son Louis F. Hinman gave the information..⁴

     Elizabeth was born circa 1815 at Accomack Co, VA.² She married John R. Hinman Sr., son of William Hinman and Elizabeth A. Riggin, on 14 March 1835 at Accomack Co, VA. Thomas Ayres and Elizabeth Lewis were the securities on the M.L.B. of John Hinman of Window (probably William) and Elizabeth Ayres of Thomas..¹ Elizabeth was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Elizabeth Hinman, age 35 in HH#913 headed by John Hinman, a 35 year old farmer with real estate valued at $2,000..²

     (-----) was born circa 1840. She married William J. Lewis, son of Major Lewis and Elizabeth Powell, circa 1860. This marriage is based on William being shown as widowed on his 1869 marriage to Nancy Hinman..

     William was born circa 1868 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Maggie A. Twiford, daughter of George D. Twiford and Elizabeth 'Betsy' Lewis, on 28 December 1890 at Parksley, Acc Co, VA. They were married by Henry S. Dulany. William was age 22 and a waterman and Maggie was also age 22..

     Maggie was born circa 1868 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married William J. Lewis, son of James T. Lewis and Mary A. Lewis, on 28 December 1890 at Parksley, Acc Co, VA. They were married by Henry S. Dulany. William was age 22 and a waterman and Maggie was also age 22..

     Margaret was born circa 1810 at Accomack Co, VA. She married George W. Twiford on 12 November 1828 at Accomack Co, VA. Parker Barnes was the security on the M.L.B. of George W. Twiford and Margaret Ann Rew of Dennis H..¹

     William was born circa 1803 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Sally Turnall, daughter of Major Turnall and Sally Parks, on 11 January 1831 at Northampton Co, VA. Wm. Church was the security on the M.L.B. of William W. Churn and Sally Powell, widow of James Powell. They were married by B. Wescoat and Wm. Church said he was of age..² William was the security on a M.L.B. On 11 October 1836 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Wiliam W. Churn was the security on the M.L.B. of Robert Tunnell and Patience LeCato..³ William was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Wm. Churn the head of HH#353, a 47 year old farmer with real estate valued at $350. Listed with him were the following Churns: Sally, age 55; Jno. E., a 17 year old student; and Sarah, age 12. Also listed was Henry Young, a 23 and black..¹ He died on 1 April 1861 at Drummond's Mill-Pond, Accomack Co, VA. Distressing Casualty - On Monday of last week, Wm. M. Churn, of Accomac county, Va., was accidentally drowned in Drummond's mill-pond, while returning in a skiff from a small island, and when within twenty yards of the shore. No rescue could reach him, although his wife was standing on the bank at the time.⁴

     Sally was born circa 1795 at Accomack Co, VA.² She married Nathaniel Powell on 17 November 1821 at Accomack Co, VA. Smith Melson was the security on the M.L.B. of Nathaniel Powell, widower, and Sally Turnell of Major..³ She married James Powell, son of Peter (535) Powell and Amey Turnall, circa 1822.⁴ She married William W. Churn on 11 January 1831 at Northampton Co, VA. Wm. Church was the security on the M.L.B. of William W. Churn and Sally Powell, widow of James Powell. They were married by B. Wescoat and Wm. Church said he was of age..⁵ Sally was named in her father's will on 18 April 1836 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Sally Churn, wife of William Churn, in the will of Major Turnall, present wife Nancy..¹ Sally was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sally Churn, age 55 in HH#353 headed by Wm. Churn, a 47 year old farmer with real estate valued at $350..²

     Sarah was born circa 1877 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married William W. Lewis, son of William P.L. 'Bill' Lewis and Margaret J. Taylor, on 5 February 1893 at Accomack Co, VA. They were married by J. Harry Wilson, a Methodist minister. William was age 20 and an oysterman and Sarah was age 16..¹

     George was born circa 1842 at Accomack Co, VA.^3,1 George was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as George T. Clayton, age 8 in HH#1033 headed by Thomas R. Clayton, a 49 year old carpenter..¹ He married Virginia L. Mason, daughter of James Mason and Sarah Ann Byrd, on 9 December 1874 at Woodstock (Lee Mont), Acc Co, VA. He was shown as George T. Clayton, a 32 year old single 'Gentleman' the son of Thomas R. & Hetty Clayton, and she was shown as Virginia L. Mason, age 22, the daughter of James & Sarah Mason. They were married by Isaac T. Adkins, a Methodist minister..³

     Virginia was born circa 1851 at Metompkin District, Acc Co, VA. He death record puts her birth at 1856..² Virginia was listed with her parents in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Virginia Mason, age 9 in HH#688 headed by James Mason, a 39 year old farmer..² Virginia was listed with her parents in the census of in 1870 at Metompkin District, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Virginia Mason, age 18 in HH#MT419 headed by James Mason, a 48 year old farmer..³ She married George T. Clayton, son of Thomas R. Clayton and Hester 'Hetty' (-----), on 9 December 1874 at Woodstock (Lee Mont), Acc Co, VA. He was shown as George T. Clayton, a 32 year old single 'Gentleman' the son of Thomas R. & Hetty Clayton, and she was shown as Virginia L. Mason, age 22, the daughter of James & Sarah Mason. They were married by Isaac T. Adkins, a Methodist minister..¹ Virginia died on 10 September 1891 at Metompkin District, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Virginia L. Clayton, who died of consumption at the age of 35 years. She was the daughter of Jas. & Sarah Mason, born in Met. Dist. Her mother gave the information..⁴

     Alberta was born circa 1861 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married Richard Gillespie, son of Peter J. Gillespie (I) and Susan Metcalf, on 9 April 1884 at Temperanceville, Acc Co, VA. They were married by Montcalm Oldham, a Methodist minister. Richard was age 23 and a sailor and Alberta was also age 23..¹

     Richard was born circa 1861 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Alberta Lewis, daughter of Parker Lewis and Elizabeth 'Betsy' Lewis, on 9 April 1884 at Temperanceville, Acc Co, VA. They were married by Montcalm Oldham, a Methodist minister. Richard was age 23 and a sailor and Alberta was also age 23..¹

     Peter was born circa 1828 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Susan Metcalf on 6 January 1847 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown only as Peter J. Gillespie and she as Susan Metcalf. No other information was given..² Peter was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Peter Gillespie the head of HH#230, a 22 year old farmer. Listed with him were Susan Gillespie, age 22; Susan Gillespie, age 2; Peter Gillespie, age 6/12 and Esther Outten, age 40 and black..¹

     Susan was born circa 1828 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married Peter J. Gillespie (I) on 6 January 1847 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown only as Peter J. Gillespie and she as Susan Metcalf. No other information was given..² Susan was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Susan Gillespie, age 22 in HH#230 headed by Peter Gillespie, a 22 year old farmer..¹

     Alexine was born on 17 August 1863 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Eliezene in the county birth records..² She married John T. Parks, son of Trivis Parks and Peggy (-----), on 21 May 1884 at Onancock, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John T. Parkes, a 32 year old widowed sailor (parents not shown) and she was shown as Alexine D. Lewis, age 21, the daughter of Robt. T. & Marg't A. Lewis. They were married by Wesley C. Vaden, a Methodist minister..¹

     Amy was born circa 1836 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. The 1850 census shows her as age 14 and born in NY. Her Acc Co, VA marriage record shows her born in Chincoteague, VA..^1,2 Amy was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Amy Hill, age 14 and born in NY in HH#122 headed by Timothy Hill Sr., a 60 year old sailor born in NY..² She married (1st h|o Amy Hill) Lewis circa 1855 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. She married William T. Mason, son of Randal Mason and Mary Ann Sharpley, on 3 December 1856 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William T. (Mason on the lic & Mayson in the register), a 19 year old mariner, born and living on Chincoteague Island, the son of Randal and she was shown as Amy Lewis, age 22 and widowed, also born and living on Chincoteague Island, the daughter of Timothy Sr. and Rebecca Hill. They were married by William P. Thornton, a Baptist minister..¹ Amy was listed with her husband in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Dansey Hill, age 22 in HH#1130 headed by Wm. Mason of R., a 22 year old oysterman. Since William and Amy Hill were married in 1856, her surname should have been Mason.).³

     His common name was (1st h|o Amy Hill). (1st was born circa 1835. He married Amy 'Dansey' Hill, daughter of Capt. Timothy Hill Sr. and Rebecca Russell, circa 1855 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA.

     William was born on 26 May 1837 at Accomack Co, VA.³ William was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William T. Mason, age 13 in HH#348 headed by Zadoc Mason, a 36 year old farmer..¹ William was listed with his parents in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William Mason, age 23 in HH#450 headed by Zadock Mason, a 49 year old farmer..⁴ He married Caroline Sparrow, daughter of Richard Sparrow Jr. and Tabitha Wright, on 17 December 1863 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Wm. P. Mason, a 26 year old farmer, the son of Zadock & Leah Mason and she was shown as Caroline Sparrow, age 28, the daughter of Robt. & Tibatha Sparrow. They were married by E.S. Grant..² William was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1870 at Metompkin District, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William Mason the head of HH#MT530, a 35 year old farmer. Listed with him were the following Masons: Caroline, age 33 and keeping house, with real estate valued at $500 and personal property valued at $200; Alfred, age 4; Ida, age 2; and Susan, age 1. Also listed was Tabitha Sparrow, a 62 year old house keeper, who was evidently Caroline's mother..⁵ William died on 28 May 1885 at age 48. He was shown as Wm. P. Mason, who died of consumption at the age of 48 years. He was the son of Zadoc & Leah, born in Acc Co, a farmer and the husband of Caroline. His brother Gillett Mason gave the information. His tombstone shows 28 May and the county death register shows 23 May..^3,6 His body was interred at Mason Cem, Hopeton, Acc Co, VA.³

     Anna was born circa 1870 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married James W. Phillips, son of Levin Thomas Phillips and Margaret J.D. 'Maggie' Groten, on 17 July 1892 at Mappsville, Acc Co, VA. They were married by John Wesley Nicholson, a Methodist minister. James was age 19 and a farmer and Anna was age 22..¹

     James was born circa 1873 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Anna Lewis, daughter of James Lewis and Cassandra 'Cassey' Shrieves, on 17 July 1892 at Mappsville, Acc Co, VA. They were married by John Wesley Nicholson, a Methodist minister. James was age 19 and a farmer and Anna was age 22..¹

     Peter was born circa 1850 at Salisbury, Wic Co, MD.¹ He married Annie J. Lewis, daughter of Asa Lewis and Susan R. Lewis, on 11 May 1880 at Onancock, Acc Co, VA. They were married by J. Carson Watson, a Methodist minister. Peter was age 34 and a divorced photographer and Annie was age 17..¹

     Peter was born circa 1820. He married Harriet (-----) circa 1845.

     Harriet was born circa 1820. She married Peter Tilghman circa 1845.

     Daniel was born circa 1785 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Comfort Tunnell 27 Mar 1810 (bond) at Accomack Co, VA. William Thornton was the security on the M.L.B. of Daniel Jones and Comfort Tunnell..¹ Daniel Jones died before 28 September 1835 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Daniel Jones was granted to Timothy Hill with Oliver Logan & John D. Welburne Jr. securities.²

     Comfort was born circa 1790 at Accomack Co, VA. As of 27 March 1810,her married name was Jones.¹ She married Daniel Jones 27 Mar 1810 (bond) at Accomack Co, VA. William Thornton was the security on the M.L.B. of Daniel Jones and Comfort Tunnell..¹

     Belle was born circa 1871 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married Benjamin J. Truitt, son of Benjamin W. Truitt and Martha W. (-----), on 10 July 1890 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. They were married by Adolphus D. Melvin, a Methodist minister. Benjamin was age 28 and a minister and Belle was age 19..¹

     Benjamin was born circa 1862.¹ He married Belle R. Lewis, daughter of William T. Lewis and Rebecca A. Hill, on 10 July 1890 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. They were married by Adolphus D. Melvin, a Methodist minister. Benjamin was age 28 and a minister and Belle was age 19..¹

     Benjamin was born circa 1840. He married Martha W. (-----) circa 1860.

     Martha was born circa 1840. She married Benjamin W. Truitt circa 1860.

     Bettie was born circa 1870 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married George W. East, son of Peter W. East and Mary Jane Kellam, on 4 June 1890 at Deep Creek, Acc Co, VA. They were married by George F. Farring. George was age 20 and a farmer and Bettie was also age 20..¹

     George was born circa 1870 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Bettie S. Lewis, daughter of William Thomas 'Tom Handsome' Lewis and Elizabeth West 'Betty' Bell, on 4 June 1890 at Deep Creek, Acc Co, VA. They were married by George F. Farring. George was age 20 and a farmer and Bettie was also age 20..¹

     Peter was born circa 1848 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Peter was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Peter W. East, age 2 in HH#31 headed by Peter East, a 33 year old shoemaker..² Peter was listed with his parents in the census of in 1860 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA.¹ He married Mary Jane Kellam, daughter of Thomas (of P.) Kellam and Mary 'Polly' Savage, on 13 October 1869 at Accomack Co, VA.³

     Mary was born circa 1847 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married Peter W. East, son of Peter Turlington East and Susan W. Scott, on 13 October 1869 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

     Betty was born on 3 March 1863 at Accomack Co, VA.² She married Alfred W. Taylor, son of Alfred Jackson Taylor and Hetty C. Parks, on 13 July 1887 at Lee Mont, Acc Co, VA. They were married by J. Wright Norris, a Methodist Minister. Alfred was age 23 and a farmer and Bettie was age 23..¹

     Alfred was born circa 1864 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Betty W. Lewis, daughter of Tully M. Lewis and Elizabeth Justice 'Betsy' Mason, on 13 July 1887 at Lee Mont, Acc Co, VA. They were married by J. Wright Norris, a Methodist Minister. Alfred was age 23 and a farmer and Bettie was age 23..¹

     Elizabeth was born circa 1805 at Accomack Co, VA. As of 25 June 1828,her married name was Parks.¹ She married Robert C. Parks, son of Edmund Parks Jr. and Peggy Byrd, on 25 June 1828 at Worcester Co, MD. He was shown as Robert C. Parks and she as Elizabeth Blackson. No other information was given. (NOTE: Maybe she was a Bloxom instead.).¹

     Evelyn was born on 5 November 1853 at Accomack Co, VA.² Evelyn was listed with her parents in the census of in 1870 at Metompkin District, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Catherine Lewis, age 16 and attending school in HH#MT395 headed by Thomas Lewis, a 45 year old farmer..³ She married George E. Bagwell, son of Cornithia or Arintha 'Arena' Bagwell, on 4 March 1877 at Guilford, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as George E. Bagwell, a 25 year old farmer, the son of Arena Bagwell and she was shown as Caroline Lewis, age 22, the daughter of Thos. & Marg't Lewis. They were married by Joseph B. Merritt, a Methodist minister..¹ Evelyn died on 28 December 1929 at age 76.² Her body was interred at Guilford Ch Cem, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Evelyn C. Bagwell, buried next to George E. Bagwell..²

     George was born on 16 March 1851 at Accomack Co, VA.² George was listed with another family in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as George P. Bagwell, age 9 in HH#582 headed by Catherine Young, age 56. Margaret Thornes, age 33 and her children were also in this house hold..^3,4 He married Evelyn Caroline Lewis, daughter of Thomas P. Lewis and Margaret Ann Parks, on 4 March 1877 at Guilford, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as George E. Bagwell, a 25 year old farmer, the son of Arena Bagwell and she was shown as Caroline Lewis, age 22, the daughter of Thos. & Marg't Lewis. They were married by Joseph B. Merritt, a Methodist minister..¹ George died on 13 July 1926 at age 75.² His body was interred at Guilford Ch Cem, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as George E. Bagwell, buried next to Evelyn C. Bagwell..²

     John was born circa 1841 at Accomack Co, VA.^1,2 John was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John T. Hope, age 9 in HH#471 headed by Wm. S. Hope, a 36 year old farmer..² John was named in his grandmother's will on 23 June 1852 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as a grandson John Hope, of William S., in the will of Nancy Miles..³ He married Catherine A. Lewis, daughter of Richard Lewis and Catherine 'Catey' Colonna, on 25 March 1863 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as John T.F. Hope, a 22 year old farmer, the son of Wm. H. & Marg't S. Hope and she was shown as Catharine Lewis, age 23, the daughter of Rich'd & Cath Lewis. They were married by Edward S. Grant..¹ John was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1870 at Metompkin District, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John Hope the head of HH#MT479, a 27 year old farmer with personal property valued at $500. Listed with him were the following Hopes: Catharine, a 31 year old house keeper; Sarah, age 4; and Edward, age 1. Also listed was Bowman Dickerson, a 14 year old black farm laborer and Sallie Wise, a 21 year old black domestic servant..⁴

     Nathaniel was born circa 1790 at Accomack Co, VA. Nathaniel was listed with his parents in the census of 1800 at Accomack Co, VA. He was evidently one of the two males age 0-10 in the household of Allexander Ling a head of house hold, age 26-45. Listed with Allexander was 1 female of the same age and 2 males, age 0-10 (born between 1790 & 1800).¹ He married Nancy Phillips, daughter of Mathias Phillips Jr., on 22 January 1814 at Accomack Co, VA. Thomas Fox was the security on the M.L.B. of Nathaniel Lang and Nancy Phillips of Matthew..² He married Nancy Bull, daughter of Custis Bull Sr. and Frances Fitzgerald, on 25 December 1816 at Accomack Co, VA. Custis Bull was the security on the M.L.B. of Nathaniel Lang and Nancy Bull of Custis..² Nathaniel died before 30 March 1837 at Accomack Co, VA.³

     Nancy was born circa 1797 at Accomack Co, VA.² She married Nathaniel Lang, son of Alexander Lang Sr., on 25 December 1816 at Accomack Co, VA. Custis Bull was the security on the M.L.B. of Nathaniel Lang and Nancy Bull of Custis..¹ Nancy was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Nancey Lang the head of HH#1090, age 53 with real estate valued at $1,000. Listed with her were the following Langs: Edward, age 15; and Betsey, age 14. Also listed was Virginian West, age 24; and Juliet West, age 3..² She made a will on 15 August 1855 at Accomack Co, VA. Balance of my estate to my daughter Betsy Lang. Son Edward Lang & Thomas Lilliston Extrs. Witt: Thomas Lilliston & Samuel Bloxom..³ Nancy died in August 1855.³ Nancy's will was probated on 28 August 1855 at Accomack Co, VA. Samuel E. Lilliston & Charles B. Duffield securities..³

     Charlotte was born circa 1850 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married Bowdin Richardson, son of Severn Richardson and Eliza Kelly, on 30 January 1871. They were married by John W.A. Elliott, a Methodist minister, near Oak Grove. Bowdin was age 26 and was farming and Charlotte was age 21..

     Bowdin was born circa 1845 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Charlotte Lewis, daughter of Edward Lewis and Eliza 'Lizer' Bonnewell, on 30 January 1871. They were married by John W.A. Elliott, a Methodist minister, near Oak Grove. Bowdin was age 26 and was farming and Charlotte was age 21..

     Severn was born circa 1820. He married Eliza Kelly on 13 December 1843 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

     Eliza was born circa 1820. She married Severn Richardson on 13 December 1843 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

     Cordellia was born circa 1860 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married William J. Coleburn, son of William C. Coleburn and Sarah A. 'Sally' Taylor, on 20 May 1884 at Onancock, Acc Co, VA. They were married by Wesley C. Vaden, a Methodist minister. William was age 24 and a merchant and Cordie was also age 24..²

     William was born circa 1860 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Cordellia A. 'Cordie' Lewis, daughter of John E. Lewis and Margaret Susan Townsend, on 20 May 1884 at Onancock, Acc Co, VA. They were married by Wesley C. Vaden, a Methodist minister. William was age 24 and a merchant and Cordie was also age 24..²

     William was born circa 1832 at Accomack Co, VA.² William was listed with his mother in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Wm. Coleburn, age 18 in HH#208 headed by Sarah Coleburn, age 40..² He married Sarah A. 'Sally' Taylor, daughter of James P. Taylor and Margaret Read, on 23 February 1858 at Locustville, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William C. Coleburn, a 25 year old merchant, born in Acc Co & living in Drummondtown, the son of James & Sally Coleburn and she was shown as Sarah A. Ross, age 19 and widowed, also born in Acc Co & living in Drummondtown, the daughter of James P. & Margaret Taylor & the widow of William H. Ross. They were married by J.F. Chaplain and J.W. Gillett said he was over age 21..¹ William was listed as a head of household in the census of 1860 at Accomac Court House, St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Wm. C. Coulbourn the head of HH#184, a 26 year old merchant with personal property valued at $17,500. Listed with him were Sarah A. Coulbourn, age 21 and Nelson Wise, a 5 year old farm laborer.³

     Sarah was born circa 1839 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married William H. Ross, son of Jacob M. Ross and Sarah Ann Taylor, on 10 August 1853 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown only as William M. Ross and Sally Taylor. No other information was given..² She married William C. Coleburn, son of James Coleburn and Sarah T. 'Sally' (-----), on 23 February 1858 at Locustville, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William C. Coleburn, a 25 year old merchant, born in Acc Co & living in Drummondtown, the son of James & Sally Coleburn and she was shown as Sarah A. Ross, age 19 and widowed, also born in Acc Co & living in Drummondtown, the daughter of James P. & Margaret Taylor & the widow of William H. Ross. They were married by J.F. Chaplain and J.W. Gillett said he was over age 21..¹

     Thomas was born circa 1818 at Accomack Co, VA.² He married Sarah A. Gunter, daughter of Edward Gunter and Agnes Snead, on 10 January 1848 at Accomack Co, VA. Levin R. Ayres was the security on the M.L.B. of Thomas B. Chandler and Sarah A. Gunter, of Edward Gunter..³ Thomas was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Tho. B. Chandler the head of HH#525, a 32 year old farmer with real estate valued at $3,000. Listed with him were Sarah A. Chandler, age 19; Susan A. Chandler, age 1; Ann Smaw, age 31 and black; and Severn Parker, age 12 and black..² Thomas was named in his father's will on 5 February 1851 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Thomas B. E. Chandler in the will of Mitchell Chandler..¹

     Sarah was born circa 1831 at Accomack Co, VA.² She married Thomas B. E. Chandler, son of Mitchell Chandler and Susan 'Sukey' Byrd, on 10 January 1848 at Accomack Co, VA. Levin R. Ayres was the security on the M.L.B. of Thomas B. Chandler and Sarah A. Gunter, of Edward Gunter..¹ Sarah was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sarah A. Chandler, age 19 in HH#525 headed by Tho. B. Chandler, a 32 year old farmer..²

     Margaret was born circa 1800. She married David W. Lingo, son of Robinson Lingo and Margaret 'Peggy' White, on 27 March 1820 at Accomack Co, VA. Joshua Taylor was the security on the M.L.B. of David Lingo of Robinson, dec'd, and Margaret Taylor of William..¹ She married Robert R. Lingo, son of John Lingo and Rachel Richards, on 4 July 1825 at Accomack Co, VA. William Smith was the security on the M.L.B. of Robert R. Lingo and Margaret Lingo, widow of David..¹

     William was born circa 1775.

     David was born circa 1796 at Accomack Co, VA.² He married Margaret Taylor, daughter of William Taylor, on 27 March 1820 at Accomack Co, VA. Joshua Taylor was the security on the M.L.B. of David Lingo of Robinson, dec'd, and Margaret Taylor of William..¹ David was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1820 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was between 16 and 26 years of age, with 1 female of the same age, 1 female age over 45 and 1 male between 10 and 16 years of age..² David died in February 1825. Administration of David's estate was filed on 28 February 1825 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Thomas Kellam was named Admr. of the estate of David W. Lingo, with John Turlington, John Wyatt & William G. Watson securities.³ 28 Feb 1825 (Order), 10 Feb 1825 (Invy), 12 Feb 1825 (Sale), 5 & 28 Aug 1826 (Audit & Rec'd) - Thomas Kellam of Shadrack Admr; Negro Solomon, $300; Negro Harry, $200; Negro Nicy, $75. In account with Thomas Kellam Admr. total of $988.88. Noted: Robert R. Lingo in right of wife's 1/3, $301.92; Margaret Lingo orphan of David dec'd, $403.85. Settled & adjusted by Thomas Smith of Jonathan & Littleton Willis. [Acc Co Wills&c, 1826-28, p. 60]⁴

     Robinson was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. Robinson was named in his father's will on 20 June 1781 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Margaret 'Peggy' White, daughter of Jacob (of Chas) White Sr. and Sarah Justice, on 18 April 1787 at Accomack Co, VA. Kendal Richardson was the security on the M.L.B. of Robinson Lingo and Peggy White..² He made a will on 28 February 1800 at Accomack Co, VA. To son John Lingo land where I now live when he arrives to age of 25 years. Land to be rented until that time & the proceeds divided between my son William Lingo, daughter Caty Lingo & son David Lingo. To wife Margaret Lingo ... 5 children: Rachel Lingo, William, George, Caty & David Lingo residual legatees. Francis Savage Extr. Witt: Laban Lewis, Nanny Lewis & Molly Hyslop..³ Robinson died in March 1800. Robinson's will was probated on 28 April 1800 at Accomack Co, VA.

     Her common name was Peggy. Margaret was born circa 1771 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Robinson Lingo, son of John Lingo, on 18 April 1787 at Accomack Co, VA. Kendal Richardson was the security on the M.L.B. of Robinson Lingo and Peggy White..² Margaret was named in her mother's will on 23 December 1796 at Accomack Co, VA.³ Margaret was named in her husband's will on 28 February 1800 at Accomack Co, VA.⁴

     John was born circa 1827 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ John was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Jno. W. Lingo, age 23 in HH#78 headed by Zerobabel C. Mason, a 26 year old carpenter with real estate valued at $1,800..² He married Eliza Holly, daughter of Henry Holly and Kessy (-----), on 14 May 1856 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as John Lingo, a 29 year old farmer, the son of Robert & Marg't Lingo and she was shown as Eliza Lewis, a 38 year old widow, the daughter of Henry and Kessy Holly. They were married by Montcalm Oldham, a Methodist minister. Thomas Hall Kellam said both were over age 21..¹ He married Elizabeth J. 'Eliza' Smith, daughter of Charles Smith and Sally Mears, on 26 May 1858 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as John W. Lingo, a 31 year old widowed farmer, the son of Robt. & Marg't Lingo and she was shown as Elizabeth Mason, a 30 year old widow, the daughter of Charles Smith & Sally Mears. They were married by Montcalm Oldham..¹ John was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1860 at Pungoteague PO, St.George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John W. Linge the head of HH#1246, a 33 year old farmer with personal property valued at $100. Listed with him were the following Linges: Eliza J., age 36; and John F. Linge, age 5/12. Also listed were James C. Mason, age 12; John S. Mason, age 10; and Patience Parker, age 12 and black..³ He married Patience P. LeCato, daughter of John LeCato and Sarah 'Sally' Dennis, on 1 September 1870 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as John W. Lingo, a 43 year old widowed farmer, the son of Robert & Margaret Lingo and she was shown as Patience P. LeCato, age 26, the daughter of John & Sally LeCato. They were married by J.E. Humphreys..¹

     Eliza was born circa 1818 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married (1st h|o Eliza Holly) Lewis circa 1840. She married John W. Lingo, son of Robert R. Lingo and Margaret Taylor, on 14 May 1856 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as John Lingo, a 29 year old farmer, the son of Robert & Marg't Lingo and she was shown as Eliza Lewis, a 38 year old widow, the daughter of Henry and Kessy Holly. They were married by Montcalm Oldham, a Methodist minister. Thomas Hall Kellam said both were over age 21..¹

     His common name was (1st h|o Eliza Holly). (1st was born circa 1815. He married Eliza Holly, daughter of Henry Holly and Kessy (-----), circa 1840.

     Henry was born circa 1790. He married Kessy (-----) circa 1815.

     Kessy was born circa 1790. She married Henry Holly circa 1815.

     Joshua was born circa 1780 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Sally Lewis 16 Apr 1808 (bond) at Accomack Co, VA. Charles Turlington was the security on the M.L.B. of Joshua Whealton and Sally Lewis..¹ Joshua made a will on 28 February 1826 at Accomack Co, VA. To wife Sally Whealton all my lands & my personal property during her life & for her to will as she sees proper to my children at her decease. After my wife's decease all my lands to my 2 sons Eba Whealton & William Whealton they paying for the expense of valuation thereof, the land to be valued by 2 or 3 competent judges & divided by the same judges & lots cast for the choice thereof. Wife Sally Whealton Extr. Witt: Isaac Lewis, Samuel Avery, Selby Lewis & Timothy Hill.² He died before 27 August 1838 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was partly proved. Extr. Sarah Whealton with Timothy Hill & Eba Whealton securities.²

     Sally was born circa 1790 at Accomack Co, VA. As of 16 April 1808,her married name was Whealton.¹ She married Joshua Whealton 16 Apr 1808 (bond) at Accomack Co, VA. Charles Turlington was the security on the M.L.B. of Joshua Whealton and Sally Lewis..¹ Sally was named in her husband's will on 28 February 1826 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as wife Sally in the will of Joshua Whealton.²

     Elizabeth was born circa 1828 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA.¹ She married John Lewis, son of Isaac Lewis Jr., on 21 December 1843 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown only as John Lewis and she as Elizabeth Whealton. There was no other information given..² Elizabeth was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Elisa Lewis, age 20 in HH#103 headed by John Lewis, a 25 year old farmer..³ As of 29 February 1860,her married name was Reynolds.¹ She married Richard P. Reynolds, son of William E. Reynolds and Louisa (-----), on 29 February 1860 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA.¹

     Richard was born circa 1838 at Milton, Sussex Co, DE.¹ He married Elizabeth Whealton, daughter of Joshua Whealton and Sally Lewis, on 29 February 1860 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Richard P. Reynolds, a 22 year old shoe & boot maker, born in Milton, DE & living on Chincoteague Island, the son of Wm. E. & Louisa Reynolds and she was shown as Eliza Lewis, a 32 year old widow, born & living on Chincoteague Island, the daughter of Joshua & Sally Whealton. A license was issued on 27 Feb 1860 and they were married on 29 Feb 1860..¹

     William was born circa 1810. He married Louisa (-----) circa 1835.

     Louisa was born circa 1815. She married William E. Reynolds circa 1835.