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     Sarah was born circa 1838 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Sarah was named in her grandfather's will on 23 March 1844 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my granddaughter Sally Northam in the will of Levi Dix, wife Lovey Wright..² Sarah was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sally F. Northam, age 12 in HH#647 headed by James Northam, a 55 year old farmer..¹ She married Teagle H. Taylor on 28 November 1853 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown as Teagle H. Taylor and Sarah F. Northam..³

     Mary was born on 1 February 1839 at Accomack Co, VA.² Mary was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mary G. Long, age 11 and born in VA in HH#196 headed by Thomas Long, a 39 year old famer bon in MD..³ She married Levi Jacob Northam, son of Col. James Northam and Rosey A.G. Dix, on 12 January 1859 at Conquest Chapel, Hallwood, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Levi Jacob Northam, a 22 year old merchant, the son of James & Rosa Northam and she was shown as Mary Grace Leppincott Long, age 19, the daughter of Thos & Mary Eliz'th Long. Thomas 'Ling' gave consent for her. They were married by J.F. Chaplain..¹ Mary was listed with her husband in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA.⁴ Mary died on 5 March 1911 at age 72.² Her body was interred at Modest Town Baptist Ch Cem, Acc Co, VA.²

     Thomas was born circa 1811 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Mary Elizabeth Lippencott, daughter of Samuel Lippencott and Polly Smith, on 2 March 1831 at Accomack Co, VA. Whittington B. Pool and Vespanean Ellis were the securitie on the M.L.B. of Thomas Long and Mary E. Leppengcott, orphan of Samuel..² Thomas was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Thomas Long the head of HH#196, a 39 year old farmer, born in MD, with real estate valued at $1,200. Listed with him were the following Longs, all born in VA: Mary E., age 38; Littleton F., age 16, deaf & dumb; Henrietta W., age 13; Mary G., age 11; Theodore L.W., age 9; Letitea A., age 7; Wm. S., age 5; Charles H., age 3 and John B., age 1. Also listed were Bernette Justice, age 21; John W. Pool, age 23; John Long, a black farmer born in MD; and Edward Long, a 19 year old black laborer born in MD..¹

     Mary was born circa 1812 at Accomack Co, VA.² Mary was named in the settlement of her father's estate on 25 April 1815 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Mary Lippencott, an heir of Samuel Lippencott..³ She married Thomas Long on 2 March 1831 at Accomack Co, VA. Whittington B. Pool and Vespanean Ellis were the securitie on the M.L.B. of Thomas Long and Mary E. Leppengcott, orphan of Samuel..¹ Mary was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mary E. Long, age 38 and born in VA in HH#196 headed by Thomas Long, a 39 year old famer bon in MD..²

     Lloyd was born in December 1859 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Lloyd was listed with his parents in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA.¹

     Polly was born circa 1790. She married Col. Levi Dix, son of Levi (319) Dix and Trephenia 'Treffey' Gootee(?), circa 1816.¹

     Alfred was born in 1908 at Accomack Co, VA. Alfred died in 1974. His body was interred at Modest Town Baptist Ch Cem, Acc Co, VA.

     Clarence was born on 13 July 1889 at Accomack Co, VA. Clarence died on 18 December 1912 at age 23.¹ His body was interred at Nelson's Cem, MD-VA line, Acc Co, VA.¹

     Effie was born in January 1868 at Accomack Co, VA. Effie died on 16 October 1868. Her body was interred.

     Elton was born in 1908 at Accomack Co, VA. Elton died in 1926. His body was interred at Groton's Cem, Hallwood, Acc Co, VA.

     James was born on 29 July 1864 at Accomack Co, VA. James died on 9 September 1872 at age 8. His body was interred.

     Isaiah was born on 29 July 1864 at Accomack Co, VA.² He married Lena Y. Kellam, daughter of Benjamin J. Kellam and Catherine A. Young, on 16 November 1892 at Pungoteague, Acc Co, VA.¹ Isaiah died on 12 December 1942 at age 78.² His body was interred at Onancock Cem, Acc Co, VA.²

     Lena was born on 20 September 1865 at Accomack Co, VA.² She married Isaiah D. Northam, son of David Benson Northam and Juliet A. Carmine, on 16 November 1892 at Pungoteague, Acc Co, VA.¹ Lena died on 2 March 1953 at age 87.² Her body was interred at Onancock Cem, Acc Co, VA.²

     Benjamin was born on 8 September 1824 at Accomack Co, VA.² Benjamin was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Benj. J. Kellam, a 25 year old carpenter in HH#774 headed by Joseph F. Ames, a 32 year old farmer with real estate valued at $4,000..³ He married Catherine A. Young, daughter of Ezekiel Young and Elizabeth A. Smith, on 18 April 1857 at Slutkill Neck, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Benjamin J. Kellam, a 29 year old farmer, the son of Stockly & Comfort Kellam and she was shown as Catharine Young, age 20, born in Northampton Co & living in Acc Co, the daughter of Ezekiel & Eliz'th Young. They were married by Montcalm Oldham. Thos. W. Blackstone said he was over age 21..¹ Benjamin J. Kellam died on 5 June 1903 at age 78.² Benjamin was buried at Onancock Cemetery, Onancock, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as Benjamine J. Kellam, husband of Katherine A. and son of Stockley & Comfort (Stringer) Kellam.²

     Mary was born on 18 February 1850 at Accomack Co, VA. Mary was listed with her parents in the census of in 1860 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA.² Mary died on 14 April 1879 at age 29. Her body was interred at Onancock Cem, Acc Co, VA.

     Sarah was born on 1 August 1851 at Accomack Co, VA. Sarah was listed with her parents in the census of in 1860 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA.² Sarah died on 23 March 1927 at age 75. Her body was interred at Onancock Cem, Acc Co, VA.

     Sallie was born circa 1796 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Col. James Northam, son of Jacob Northam and Sally Benston, on 20 October 1822 at Worcester Co, MD.²

     Thomas was born on 1 March 1824 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Thomas was named in his grandfather's will on 15 January 1839 at Accomack Co, VA.² Thomas was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Alfred Northam the head of HH#987, a 26 year old merchant with real estate valued at $2,000. Listed with him were Hetty Wessells, age 50 and Alfred Andrews, a 30 year old laborer..³ He married Vernetta A. Hinman, daughter of Littleton A. Hinman and Mary D. 'Polly' Barnes, on 22 November 1853 at Somerset Co, MD. Her name was spelled Vernitta A. Hindman on the license..⁴ Thomas was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Thomas A. Northam the head of HH#346, aged 37 and farming with real estate valued at $9,000 and personal property valued at $2,550. Listed with him were Virnett Northam, age 28; Thomas A. Northam, age 3; an unnamed Northam female, age 7/12; and Rhoda Holden, age 15 and black..⁵ Thomas died on 12 December 1887 at age 63.¹ His body was interred at Onancock Cem, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as the son of Col. James & Sallie D. Northam..¹

     Vernetta was born on 31 March 1831 at Accomack Co, VA.³ Vernetta was named in her father's will on 18 April 1850 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Vernetta A. Hinman in the will of Littleton A. Hinman..¹ Vernetta was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Vernette A. Hinman, age 18 in HH#934 headed by Littleton A. Hinman, a 48 year old merchant with real estate valued at $5,000..² She married Thomas Alfred Northam I, son of Col. James Northam and Sallie D. Wright, on 22 November 1853 at Somerset Co, MD. Her name was spelled Vernitta A. Hindman on the license..⁴ Vernetta was listed with her husband in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA.⁵ Vernetta died on 20 February 1907 at age 75.³ Her body was interred at Onancock Cem, Acc Co, VA.³

     Thomas was born on 8 March 1857 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Thomas was listed with his parents in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA.² Thomas died on 29 November 1875 at age 18.¹ His body was interred at Onancock Cem, Acc Co, VA.¹

     Tryphenia was born on 29 November 1857 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Tryphenia was listed with her parents in the census of in 1860 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA.² Tryphenia died on 21 December 1882 at age 25.¹ Her body was interred at Onancock Cem, Acc Co, VA.¹

     Isaiah was born on 25 July 1896 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Virginia Louise LeCato, daughter of James E. LeCato and Lillian L. Boggs, circa 1920.¹ Isaiah died on 14 October 1973 at age 77.¹ His body was interred at Onancock Cem, Acc Co, VA.^2,1

     Virginia was born on 5 July 1897 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married Isaiah David Northam, son of Isaiah D. Northam and Lena Y. Kellam, circa 1920.¹ Virginia died on 24 February 1985 at age 87.¹ Her body was interred at Onancock Cem, Acc Co, VA.¹

     (unnamed was born in December 1859 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ (unnamed was listed with her parents in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA.¹

     He was shown as Edward J. on one marriage and Edward C. in the 1830, 1840 and 1850 census and as Edmund in his father's will. Edward was born circa 1802 at Accomack Co, VA.² He married Polly Coke on 27 May 1829 at Accomack Co, VA. Shadrack Taylor and John Walston were the securities on the M.L.B. of Edward Northam and Polly Coke of Richard. (Perhaps it was not Coke, but Copes or Cole.).³ Edward was named in his father's will on 24 July 1830 at Accomack Co, VA. He was named as Edmund Northam..⁴ He married Elizabeth Ann Justice, daughter of Capt. James (of Geo.) Justice and Milly Taylor, on 19 August 1834 at Accomack Co, VA. Henry Miles and John Watson were the securities on the M.L.B. of Edward J. Northam and Elizabeth Ann Justice..³ Edward was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Edward C. Northam the head of HH#1139 (#1138 in the transcribed version), a 48 year old miller. Listed with him were the following Northams: Elizabeth A., age 37; Hetty A., age 12; James W.,age 8; Thomas W., age 5; John E., age 2. Also listed with him was James Justice, age 60..² Edward died circa 1855. He was not shown in the 1860 census with his wife and 2 sons..

     Elizabeth was born circa 1813 at Accomack Co, VA.² She married Edward C. or J. Northam, son of William Northam Senr. and Nancy (-----), on 19 August 1834 at Accomack Co, VA. Henry Miles and John Watson were the securities on the M.L.B. of Edward J. Northam and Elizabeth Ann Justice..³ Elizabeth was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Elizabeth A. Northam, age 37 in HH#1139 headed by Edward C. Northam, a 48 year old miller..² Elizabeth was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as the head of HH#741, age 46 and a seamstress with personal property valued at $20. Listed with her were James W. Northam, age 17 and John E. Northam, age 12..⁴ She married John D. White Jr., son of John White Sr. and Tabitha Whealton, on 15 November 1875 at Messongo, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John D. White, a 62 year old single farmer, the son of John & Tabitha White and she was shown as Elizabeth Northam, age 63 and single, the daughter of James & Millie Justice. They were married near Messongo by T.M. Poulson..¹

     James was born circa 1790 at Accomack Co, VA.² He married Milly Taylor on 8 July 1812 at Accomack Co, VA. William Ailworth was the security on the M.L.B. of James Justice of Geo. and Milly Taylor..¹ James was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1820 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as James Justis of G., age 26-45 (1775-1794). Listed with him were 2 females age 0-10 and 1 female age 26-45..³ James was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1830 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Capt. James Justice a head of household age 30-40 (b.c. 1790-1800). Listed with him were 1 male age 20-30, 1 female age 10-15, 1 female age 15-20, 1 female age 40-50, 1 female age 60-70, & no slaves..⁴ James was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1840 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as James Justice of G., a head of household, aged 40-50 (b.c. 1790-1800). Listed with him was only 1 female aged 50-60 (b.c. 1800-1810). He had no slaves..⁵ He was listed with his daughter in the census of 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA.²

     Hetty was born circa 1838 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Hetty was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Hetty A. Northam, age 12 in HH#1139 headed by Edward C. Northam, a 48 year old miller..¹

     James was born circa 1842 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ James was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as James W. Northam, age 8 in HH#1139 headed by Edward C. Northam, a 48 year old miller..¹ James was listed with his mother in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA.²

     Thomas was born circa 1845 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Thomas was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Thomas W. Northam, age 5 in HH#1139 headed by Edward C. Northam, a 48 year old miller..¹

     John was born circa 1848 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ John was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John E. Northam, age 2 in HH#1139 headed by Edward C. Northam, a 48 year old miller..¹ John was listed with his mother in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA.² He married Betsy Young, daughter of Sheppard Young Sr. and Sally Bloxom, circa 1870.³ John reported a death on 21 October 1896 at Mearsville, Acc Co, VA. It was on this date that John E. Northam reported the death of his wife Betsy Northam, who died of consumption at the age of 61 years..³

     Polly was born circa 1805.² She married Edward C. or J. Northam, son of William Northam Senr. and Nancy (-----), on 27 May 1829 at Accomack Co, VA. Shadrack Taylor and John Walston were the securities on the M.L.B. of Edward Northam and Polly Coke of Richard. (Perhaps it was not Coke, but Copes or Cole.).¹

     Rose was born circa 1856 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Rose was listed with her parents in the census of in 1860 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA.¹

     (unnamed was born in May 1860 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ (unnamed was listed with her parents in the census of in 1860 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA.¹

     Sally was born circa 1845 at Accomack Co, VA.² Sally was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sally Northam, age 5 in HH#563 headed by Gillet Northam, a 42 year old farmer..² Sally was listed with her parents in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA.³ She married Sylvester S. Johnson, son of Harvey Johnson and Sarah 'Sally' Wessells, on 6 August 1860 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Sylvester S. Johnson and she was shown as Sally A. Northam, the daughter of Gillet Northam who gave consent. Thomas Groton said he was over 21..¹ She married Richard Bayly, son of Robert Bayly, on 12 May 1868 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Richard Bayly, a 53 year old widowed merchant, born and living in Acc Co, the son of Robert and Polly. She was shown as Sally Johnson, age 25, born and living in Acc Co, the daughter of Gillet & Elizabeth Northam. They were married by Montcalm Oldham..¹

     Elizabeth was born on 1 June 1847 at Accomack Co, VA.² Elizabeth was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Elizabeth Northam, age 2 in HH#563 headed by Gillet Northam, a 42 year old farmer..¹ Elizabeth was listed with her parents in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA.³ She married William Ailworth, son of Lenox Ailworth and Anne (-----), on 22 January 1873 at New Church, Acc Co, VA. He was a 23 year old farmer & she was age 24. They were married by T.M. Poulson..⁴ Elizabeth died on 17 May 1913 at age 65.² Her body was interred. Her tombstone shows her as Elizabeth G. Ailworth, wife of William Ailworth..²

     Levin was born circa 1725. Levin was named in his father's will on 1 September 1735 at Accomack Co, VA.²

     William was born circa 1670 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Mary Millechoppe, daughter of Nicholas Millechoppe Sr., circa 1690.¹ William was living on 20 December 1697 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that he was named as the son-in-law of Nicholas Millechoppe Sr. in his will..¹ William was living on 17 February 1709 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Robert Brimer, William Lucas Sr., John Morris and John Johnson were named as trustees in the will of Philip Fisher. William Lucas and John Morris also witnessed the will of Philip Fisher..² He made a will on 29 May 1719 at Accomack Co, VA. To wife Mary whole estate during her widowhood and if she marry personal estate to be divided between my 3 daughters, Comfort Northam, Rachel Wimbury and Elizabeth Lucas. To son William Lucas 100 acres being 1/2 the plantation where I now live being at Mosongo. To son Thomas Lucas the remaining 1/2 of my plantation where he now lives containing 100 acres. Witnesses William Nock Jr., Nicholas Millichops and Henry Gibbs..³ William died in 1729 at Accomack Co, VA.³ William's will was probated on 2 December 1729 at Accomack Co, VA.³

     Mary was born circa 1670. She married William Lucas Sr. circa 1690.² Mary was named in her father's will on 20 December 1697 at Accomack Co, VA. She was named as Mary Lucas, the wife of William Lucas, along with her 3 children: Thomas, William and Comfort Lucas..² Mary was named in her husband's will on 29 May 1719 at Accomack Co, VA.³

     Comfort was born circa 1696 at Accomack Co, VA. Comfort was named in her grandfather's will on 20 December 1697 at Accomack Co, VA. Her grandfather was Nicholas Millechoppe Sr..² She married Thomas Northam, son of John Northam and Frances (-----), before 29 May 1719.^3,4 Comfort was named in her father's will on 29 May 1719 at Accomack Co, VA. She was named as daughter, Comfort Northam..⁵

     Thomas was born circa 1685 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Comfort Lucas, daughter of William Lucas Sr. and Mary Millechoppe, before 29 May 1719.^2,3 Thomas was living on 29 April 1746 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Thomas Northam and Thomas Lucas were the securities on the administration of the estate of David Hooten to his widow Esther Hooten. (Thomas Lucas was his brother-in-law.).⁴ Thomas was living on 7 October 1751 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Thomas Northam, Edward Dickeson and William Melson witnessed the will of Sebastian Silverthorn..⁵

     Rachel was born circa 1698 at Accomack Co, VA. She married (-----) Wimbrough before 29 May 1719.² Rachel was named in her father's will on 29 May 1719 at Accomack Co, VA. She was named as daughter, Rachel Wimbury..³

     Elizabeth was born circa 1700 at Accomack Co, VA. Elizabeth was named in her father's will on 29 May 1719 at Accomack Co, VA. She was evidently still unmarried at the time, as she was named as Elizabeth Lucas..²

     (-----) was born circa 1690. He married Rachel Lucas, daughter of William Lucas Sr. and Mary Millechoppe, before 29 May 1719.¹

     William was born circa 1692 at Accomack Co, VA. William was named in his grandfather's will on 20 December 1697 at Accomack Co, VA. His grandfather was Nicholas Millechoppe Sr..² William was named in his father's will on 29 May 1719 at Accomack Co, VA.³ William was named in his brother's will on 1 September 1735 at Accomack Co, VA.⁴ He made a will on 20 March 1751 at Accomack Co, VA. To son Solomon Lucas plantation where he now lives. To son Jabez Lucas plantation where I now live containing 125 acres, also the land I bought of Mason Abbott. Sons Solomon and Jabez residual legatees and executors. Witnesses Joseph Stockley, Robert Hutson and Daniel Shae..⁵ William died in April 1751 at Accomack Co, VA.⁵ Administration of William's estate was filed on 30 April 1751 at Accomack Co, VA. In the order of probate Solomon Lucas heir at law to the testator qualified.⁵

     Thomas was born circa 1690 at Accomack Co, VA. Thomas was named in his grandfather's will on 20 December 1697 at Accomack Co, VA. His grandfather was Nicholas Millechoppe Sr..² Thomas was named in his father's will on 29 May 1719 at Accomack Co, VA.³ He married Persevella (-----) circa 1720.⁴ He made a will on 1 September 1735 at Accomack Co, VA. To son Thomas Lucas plantation where I now live, containing 100 acres. To son Levin Lucas 80 acres adjacent said plantation. Brother William Lucas executor. Witnesses William Lewis, Nehemiah Walker and Solomon Lucas..⁵ Thomas died in 1741 at Accomack Co, VA.⁵ Thomas's will was probated on 25 August 1741 at Accomack Co, VA. In the order of probate William Lucas refused to qualify and the administration was granted to Persevella Lucas, widow of Thomas..⁵

     William was born circa 1687 at Accomack Co, VA. William witnessed a will on 10 October 1713 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Robert Jones, William Northam, Ann Durmmond and Patience Miles wittnessed the will of John Drummond, son Hill Drummond..¹ He married Sarah Brimer (Brimer?) circa 1720.² He made a will on 1 February 1758 at Accomack Co, VA. His verbal will stated: To son William land purchased of Southy Northam. To daughter Nanny Northam. The things conveyed me by Thomas Northam to remain in his possession during his life. Proved by John Northam and Rachel Northam. In the order of probate, John Northam qualified..³ William died before 28 March 1758 at Accomack Co, VA.³

     Lovey was born circa 1790 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Col. Levi Dix, son of Levi (319) Dix and Trephenia 'Treffey' Gootee(?), on 17 November 1813 at Accomack Co, VA. Levi Dix & John S. Bundick was the security on the M.L.B. of Levi Dix and Lovey Wright, daughter of Geo. & John S. Bundick said she was age 21. This M.L.B. is not in Turman's book..^2,3,4 Lovey was named in her husband's will on 23 March 1844 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Levi Dix left his daughter Rosa G. Northam, formerly Rosa G. Dix, the lands which formerly belonged to my wife Lovey Dix, formerly Lovey Wright & which were her share of her father's estate containing 80 acres. She was evidently dec'd by this date..⁵

     Nicholas was born circa 1640. He made a will on 20 December 1697 at Accomack Co, VA. 650 acres in Pungoteague Neck on Assawoman Creek to 3 sons: eldest son Nicholas to have 218 acres at the head of said Neck where my son-in-law William Lucas now lives; to second son John 216 acres and to youngest son Richard 216 acres at the bottom of said Neck where I now dwell. Wife Mary. To daughter Mary Lucas 100 acres in Messongo Swamp late bought of Capt. Daniel of St. Thomas Jenifer, the other 200 acres in Messongo Swamp to be divided between my 3 sons. To the children of my daughter Mary Lucas, viz: Thomas, William and Comfort Lucas. Wife and 3 sons executors. Witnesses Samuel Jester, John Abbot and William Dennison..¹ Nicholas died in May 1698 at Accomack Co, VA.² Nicholas's will was probated on 7 June 1698 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

     Catherine was born circa 1795. As of circa 1810,her married name was Dix.^3,1 She married Col. Levi Dix, son of Levi (319) Dix and Trephenia 'Treffey' Gootee(?), circa 1810.^3,1

     George was born circa 1813 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ George was named in his father's will on 23 March 1844 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son George J. Dix in the will of Levi Dix, wife Lovey Wright. It was noted that if my son George returns home then Rious & Leah are not to be free at all, but to be his slaves forever..² He appeared on the census of between 1850 and 1880 at Plaquemines Parish, LA; When the 1850, 1860, 1870, and 1880 U. S. Federal Census records were taken, George was using his port location of Plaquemines, LA as his residence and he was listed on the census records as "James W. Lyons."³ George was listed with another family in the census of 1880 at Accomack Co, VA. George was also listed in the 1880 census as 'George J. Dix', 65 years old and living in Accomack, VA in the household of Peter Bayley. The Bayleys were a black family living on and working George's farm while he was 'at sea.' They were probably not aware of his alias and did not know he was also counted as a resident of Louisiana in the 1880 census.³ George made a will on 14 May 1884 at Plaquemines Parish, LA. He left a will as "James W. Lyons," the alias he used during his years as a sea captain (pilot) on various barges. As James W. Lyons, George and Asa A. Douglas loaned money to other barge pilots. The wills reads as follows: This is to certify that I have appointed Asa A.
Douglas as my legal Agent and do empower and authorize him to transact my business during my absence to collect all debts which may be due and to pay all claims which may be brought against me, and in case of my death I give and bequeath to the said Asa A. Douglas all of my notes which I hold against Pilots and give him full power to sue and be sued in case of any one having claims against me which there is none at this date, but all property here standing in my name, I leave it and bequeath it to the said Asa A. Douglas to have and to hold it during his natural life. His will was recorded at Plaquemines Parish on 8 May 1886.⁴ George died on 18 November 1885 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA, He died of prostration at the age of 72, the child of Levi and Cath Dix. His was born in Accomack County and was an unmarried sea captain. His nephew George J. Northam gave the information. The following Death Notice for George J. Dix, Sea Captain, was in the 21 Nov 1885 "Peninsula Enterprise" based on Accomac Court House records 1881-1912: "Capt. George Dix, a skillful navigator, died at his home near Accomac C. H. last Wednesday, in the 71st year of his age. Until the last year or so, his life from early boyhood had been spent "on the seas," excepting an annual visit of a few weeks with relatives at his old home. He was well known in Accomac and held in high esteem by a large circle of friends."^1,3 He estate was settled. The estate of George J. Dix was recorded in Accomack County, VA, upon the request of his administrator, Upshur B. Quimby. The records for 1886 & 1887 primarily covered payment of his legal debts; e. g., burial and estate expenses, taxes, court fees, etc., and income to the estate from repayment of a loan, estate items auctioned, etc. Records for 1888-1893 covered distribution of the remainder of the estate to his nieces and nephews, the children of his brother (or half-brother) Asa T. Dix, deceased.⁵

     Nancy was born circa 1816 at Accomack Co, VA.² She married John (of M.) Mears, son of Meshack Mears II and Margaret 'Peggy' Baker, on 19 November 1839 at Accomack Co, VA. Henry B. and Elijah Northam were the securities on the M.L.B. of John Mears of Meshack and Nancy Northam of W..³ Nancy was named in her father's will on 23 December 1842 at Accomack Co, VA. She was named as daughter Nancy Mearse..⁴ Nancy was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Nancy Mears, age 30 in HH#162 headed by John Mears of M., a 37 year old farmer with real estate valued at $1,500..⁵ Nancy was listed with her husband in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Nancy Mears, age 44 in HH#732 headed by John Mears of M., a 49 year old farmer..⁶ Nancy died on 28 January 1891 at Accomack Co, VA. She died of old age at the age of 75 years in Metompkin District. She was the child of Wm. & Margaret Northam, born in Metompkin District. Her father gave the information. (However, her father couldn't have given the information as he died in 1842-3, and the naming of a mother Margaret does not fit with other information.).¹

     Revell was born circa 1830 at Onancock, Acc Co, VA.³ He married Jane Northam, daughter of Custis Northam and Ann 'Nancy' Boggs, on 21 June 1855 at Onancock, Acc Co, VA. He was a 25 year old brick layer and she was age 26. Both were born at Onancock. They were married by J. Allen..¹ Revell was named in his sister's will on 27 October 1857 at Accomack Co, VA. He was named as a brother Revell Custis in the will of Elizabeth A. Bayly..² Revell reported a death on 24 November 1857 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Revel Custis reported the death of his daughter Eliz. W. Custis, who died at the age of 5 months and 19 days..⁴ Revell was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1860 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as the head of HH#224, age 30 and a merchant with personal property valued at $1,800. Listed with him was Jane Custis, age 32 and Elizabeth Northam, age 34..³

     James was born circa 1865 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ James died on 21 May 1881 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was murdered at the age of 16 years. He was the son of Wm. of E. and Drucilla, born in Acc Co. His father gave the information..¹

     William was born circa 1830. He married Rachel (-----) circa 1850.

     Rachel was born circa 1830. She married William Jarman circa 1850.

     Mary was born circa 1873 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married John W. Northam Jr., son of John W. Northam Sr. and Kissiah Emily 'Kizzie' Spence, on 19 March 1890 at Onancock, Acc Co, VA.¹

     Lemos was born circa 1856 at Accomack Co, VA.² Lemos was listed with his parents in the census of in 1860 at Onancock P.O., St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Limus Spencer, age 4 in HH#571 headed by Limus Spencer, age 31 year old sailor..² Lemos was listed with his parents in the census of in 1870 at Locust Mount PO, St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Limmus D. Spence, a 15 year old farm laborer in HH#LM959 headed by Limmus Spence, a 41 year old farmer..¹ He married Lizzie (-----) circa 1871.³

     Lizzie was born circa 1850. She married Lemos J. Spence, son of Lemos Spence and Elizabeth Palmer, circa 1871.¹

     Thomas was born circa 1864 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Elizabeth Young, daughter of Sheppard Young Jr. and Sally T. Shrieves, on 11 November 1885 at Temperanceville, Acc Co, VA.¹

     Elizabeth was born circa 1863 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married Thomas Northam, son of John T. Northam and Adeline Trader, on 11 November 1885 at Temperanceville, Acc Co, VA.¹

     Sheppard was born circa 1835 at Accomack Co, VA. The 1850 census puts his birth at 1835, but his 1870 death record puts it at 1840..² Sheppard was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Sheppard Young, a 15 year old laborer in HH#893 headed by Jane Bloxom, age 68 with real estate valued at $2,000..² He married Sally T. Shrieves, daughter of John T. (of T.) Shrieves and Nancy Scarburgh West, on 17 December 1855 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Sheppard Young, the son of Elizabeth Northam who gave consent and she was shown as Sally Shreaves, the daughter of John T. Shreaves, who also gave consent..³ Sheppard was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Shepard Young the head of HH#147, a 25 year old farmer with real estate valued at $800 and persona property valued at $1,500. Listed with him were John H. Bloxom, age 5; Sally T. Young, age 23; and Albert Young, age 4..⁴ Sheppard died on 9 July 1870 at Metompkin District, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Shepherd Young, who died of inflamation of the brain, at the age of 30 years and 6 months. He was the son of Shepherd & Betsy Young, born in Acc Co, and a farmer. He was the husband of Betsy. John E. Ewell, physican, gave the information..¹

     Watson was born circa 1858 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Margaret A. Ewell, daughter of James E. Ewell and Julia Ann Jester, on 17 August 1881 at Temperanceville, Acc Co, VA.¹

     Margaret was born circa 1860 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Margaret was listed with her parents in the census of in 1870 at Metompkin District, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Margaret Ewell, age 9 in HH#MT575 headed by James Ewell, a 48 year old oysterman..² She married Watson F. Northam, son of John T. Northam and Adeline Trader, on 17 August 1881 at Temperanceville, Acc Co, VA.¹

     Rosanna was born circa 1851.¹ She married George W. Northam, son of Henry B. Northam Sr. and Milcah 'Milky' Northam, on 6 February 1871 at Worcester Co, MD.¹

     John was born circa 1833 at Accomack Co, VA.^1,2 John was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John Chesser, a 17 year old laborer in HH#553 headed by John H. Arbuckle, a 29 year old farmer..² He married Susan Northam, daughter of John C. Northam and Elizabeth 'Betsy' Northam, on 10 February 1858 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as the daughter of Elizabeth Northam. His parents were not listed. John Mears of M. said both of them were over age 21. (This John Mears had married Nancy Northam of W. in 1839.).³ John was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as the head of HH#328, age 27 and a sawyer. The following Chessers were listed with him: Susan, age 21; Albert, age 1; Nancy, age 30; Sylvester, age 5/12; and Elizabeth, age 21. Also with him was Nancy Marshall, age 26. (The assumption is that Albert was his child and that Sylvester was Nancy's child.).¹

     Albert was born circa 1859 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Albert was listed with his parents in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA.¹

     Pam was born on 22 January 1963. As of 1997,her married name was Linton.¹

     Nicholas was born circa 1672. Nicholas was named in his father's will on 20 December 1697 at Accomack Co, VA.² He made a will on 8 August 1742 at Accomack Co, VA.³ Nicholas died in 1742 at Accomack Co, VA.³ Nicholas's will was probated on 30 November 1742 at Accomack Co, VA.³

     John was born circa 1674. John was named in his father's will on 20 December 1697 at Accomack Co, VA.²

     Richard was born circa 1676. Richard was named in his father's will on 20 December 1697 at Accomack Co, VA.² He married Elizabeth Teackle, daughter of Rev. Thomas Teackle and Margaret Nelson, circa 1705.³

     Thomas was born circa 1700 at Accomack Co, VA. Thomas was living on 1 February 1758 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that he was named in the verbal will of William Northam which stated: "The things conveyed me by Thomas Northam to remain in his possession during his life.".¹ He married Sarah Hickman, daughter of William Hickman Sr., before 13 September 1765.² Thomas was living on 13 September 1765 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that he was named as an executor of the will of his father-in-law, William Hickman Sr..³ Administration of Thomas's estate was filed on 29 March 1769 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Thomas Northam's estate was administered to Sarah Northam, with Richard Hickman Jr. security.⁴

     Sarah was born circa 1740 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Thomas Northam before 13 September 1765.² Sarah was named in her father's will on 13 September 1765 at Accomack Co, VA. She was named as daughter, Sarah Northam, and a son-in-law, Thomas Northam, was an executor..³ Sarah was living on 29 March 1769 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that she was named to administer the estate of Thomas Northam..⁴

     William was born circa 1700 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Christian (-----) circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He made a will on 13 September 1765 at Accomack Co, VA. To son Richard Hickman all the land I now own. Son William Hickman. Daughter Mary Stakes. Daughter Annabeller Willit. Wife Christian Hickman. Son Joshua Hickman. Daughter Keziah Hickman. Daughter Sarah Northam. Wife and son Joshua, daughter Kesiah and daughter Sarah Northam residual legatees. Wife and son-in-law Thomas Northam executors. Witnesses Laban Simpson, George Hickman and Sarah Hickman..² William died before 30 April 1766 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated..²

     Sarah was born circa 1700. As of circa 1720,her married name was Northam.¹ She married William Northam, son of John Northam and Frances (-----), circa 1720.¹

     Zerobabel was born circa 1722 at Accomack Co, VA. Zerobabel was living on 26 June 1759 at Accomack Co, VA.² Zerobabel sold land in 1766 at Accomack Co, VA. It was in this year that Zerrobabel Northam sold 74 acres (of Whitelaw's tract A135), to William Andrews, saying that he inherited it upon the death of his father William..¹

     Her common name was Nanny. Ann was born circa 1740 at Accomack Co, VA. Ann was named in her father's will on 1 February 1758 at Accomack Co, VA. She must have been unmarried at the time, as she was named as a daughter, Nanny Northam..² She married Stephen Bloxom, son of Stephen Bloxom Sr. and Kaziah (-----), circa 1770.³

     Stephen was born circa 1752 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Ann 'Nanny' Northam, daughter of William Northam and Sarah Brimer (Brimer?), circa 1770.³ Stephen deeded land as a gift in 1795 at Accomack Co, VA. It was in this year that Stephen Bloxom and his wife Nanna gave part of the Samuel Brimer land (Whitelaw's tract A135) to their son George..³ Stephen died before 25 July 1803 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated..⁴

     John was born circa 1650. He married Frances (-----) circa 1684 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ John was living on 9 October 1687 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that John Northam, William Harrison, Ellinor Damport, John Robins, Ralph Pigot, Lawrence Croxsen and John Quarke witnessed a codicil to the will of Lt. Col. William Waters. Since some of the witness died, the codicil was resigned and rewitnessed on 20 Dec 1688, which also included John Northam..² John was living on 28 February 1688 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that John Northam was named to administer the estate of Lawrence Croxton, with Adam Michael security and Ralph Pigot and Benjamin Stratton appraisers..³ John was living on 7 October 1694 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that Capt. Hillary Stringer, Gentleman, made his will and left to a son Hillary Stringer the plantation whereon John Northam now lives for the full term of the lease..⁴ John bought land in 1697 at Accomack Co, VA. It was in this year that George and Susanna West of the Territory of Pennsylvania sold the George West part Whitelaw's tract A136 to John Northam, late of Northampton. This was land on the south side of the south branch of Messongo Creek and 50 acres above it. A record of his death was not noted, but he may have been succeeded by a son Thomas for in 1712 Thomas and Comfort Northam sold 100 acres to John Clifft, Saddler, of Northampton..⁵

     Frances was born circa 1650. She married John Marriott, son of Robert Marriott and Elizabeth (-----), circa 1670 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Frances was named in her husband's will on 28 February 1682 at Northampton Co, VA.² She married John Northam circa 1684 at Northampton Co, VA.² Frances was living on 1 August 1685 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that Frances [her X] Northam, along with Ellener Carter and John Tankred witnessed the will of Provost Nelson..³

     John was born circa 1654 at Northampton Co, VA. John was named in his father's will on 9 November 1665 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as my eldest son John Merrott, under 15, in the will of Robert Merrott, wife Elizabeth..¹ He married Frances (-----) circa 1670 at Northampton Co, VA.² John was named in his sister's will on 28 January 1678 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as a brother (meaning half-brother) John Marriott in the will of Elizabeth Cozier, widow..³ He made a will on 28 February 1683 at Northampton Co, VA.⁴ John died in 1683 at Northampton Co, VA.⁴

     Elizabeth was born circa 1678 at Northampton Co, VA.

     Ann was born circa 1680 at Northampton Co, VA.

     Margaret was born circa 1682 at Northampton Co, VA.

     Persevella was born circa 1690. She married Thomas Lucas, son of William Lucas Sr. and Mary Millechoppe, circa 1720.¹ Persevella was named in her husband's will on 1 September 1735 at Accomack Co, VA.²

     Thomas was born circa 1720. Thomas was named in his father's will on 1 September 1735 at Accomack Co, VA.² He married Fortune (-----) circa 1740.³ Thomas died in 1767 at Accomack Co, VA.⁴ Administration of Thomas's estate was filed on 29 December 1767 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his estate was administered to Fortune Lucas with Littleton Armitrader the security.⁴