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     William was born circa 1780 at Accomack Co, VA. William was named in his father's will on 28 September 1801 at Accomack Co, VA. He was named as a son William by his first wife in the will of William Scarburgh of Norfolk..¹

     Abraham was born circa 1782 at Accomack Co, VA. Abraham was named in his father's will on 28 September 1801 at Accomack Co, VA. He was named as son Abraham by his first wife in the will of William Scarburgh of Norfolk..¹ He married Margaret Kellam, daughter of Hutchinson Kellam and (-----) (-----), 05 Nov 1821 (bond) at Accomack Co, VA. Littleton P. Henderson was the security on the M.L.B. of Abraham J. Scarborough and Margaret Kellam of Hutchinson. Hutchinson Kellam gave consent..²

     Mary was born circa 1760. She married William Scarburgh II, son of William Scarburgh and Alice Meredith, circa 1785 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

     Her common name was Jenny. Virginia was born circa 1786. Virginia was named in her father's will on 28 September 1801 at Accomack Co, VA. She was named as daughter Jenny by his second wife in the will of William Scarburgh of Norfolk..¹

     George was born circa 1785. George was named in his father's will on 28 September 1801 at Accomack Co, VA. He was named as son George by his second wife in the will of William Scarburgh of Norfolk..¹

     Elizabeth was born circa 1788. Elizabeth was named in her father's will on 28 September 1801 at Accomack Co, VA. She was named as daughter Betsey by his second wife in the will of William Scarburgh of Norfolk..¹

     Hannah was born circa 1790. Hannah was named in her father's will on 28 September 1801 at Accomack Co, VA. She was named as daughter Hannah by his second wife in the will of William Scarburgh of Norfolk..¹

     Margaret was born circa 1802 at Accomack Co, VA. As of 5 November 1821,her married name was Scarburgh.¹ She married Abraham J. Scarburgh, son of William Scarburgh II and Margaret (526) Jacob, 05 Nov 1821 (bond) at Accomack Co, VA. Littleton P. Henderson was the security on the M.L.B. of Abraham J. Scarborough and Margaret Kellam of Hutchinson. Hutchinson Kellam gave consent..¹

     Hutchinson was born circa 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. Hutchinson was named in his father's will on 13 September 1783 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son Hutchinson Kellam (under 21) in the will of John Kellam.¹ Hutchinson witnessed a will on 13 December 1794 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that James Garrison & Hutchinson Kellam witnessed the will of Thomas Bell.² Hutchinson witnessed a will on 21 June 1796 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that John Teackle Jr., John Arlington & Hutchinson Kellam witnessed the will of Leah Seymour, mother of John Revell & Wm. Seymour.³ He married (-----) (-----) circa 1800. Hutchinson was named as administrator of an estate on 27 October 1807 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Gilbert Milby was granted to Hutchinson Kellam with Jesse Ames & George Smith securities.⁴ He sold land in 1810 at Accomack Co, VA. In 1810 when Hutchinson Kellam and his wife Sarah sold their part of tract A5 (between Belle Haven & Quinby) to George S. Savage, the deed incuded another 175 acres, which must have been the original John Savage third of the tract. In that deed Hutchinson and Sarah Kellam were joined by other Kellam heirs: Custis Kellam, femme sole, and Betsy Milby, widow of Gilbert Milby; it recited that the land had belonged to their grandmother and had descended to them upon the death of their father John Kellam in 1785. Unfortunately, neither the name of the grandmother nor the first name of her husband was given, but possibly she had been the sole heir of the John Savage who had inherited this part in 1717 from his father Roland Savage. (Note: An indepth look into this relationship shows that John Savage named 3 young chirldren in his will of 1728: Charles, Patience and Mary. The John Kellam, who died in 1785, was the son of Joseph and Patience Kellam, thus this Patience, mother of John Kellam, was certainly the daughter named in the will of 1728.).⁵ Hutchinson was named as administrator of an estate on 25 March 1811 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Custis Kellam Jr. was granted to Hutchinson Kellam with Isaac Dunton & Levin S. Joynes securities.⁶ He bought land in 1812 at Accomack Co, VA. It was in this year that Hutchinson Kellam bought the Jean Hall part of tract A25 (on Nassawadox River) from Richard & Jane Read.⁷ He married Elizabeth Milby, daughter of John Milby, 14 Sep 1814 (bond) at Accomack Co, VA. Henry S. Copes was the security on the M.L.B. of Hutchinson Kellam and Elizabeth Milby, orphan of John.⁸ On 8 Jan 1817 Hutchinson Kellam was shown as a buyer at the estate sale of George Kellam.⁹ Hutchinson Kellam sold land in 1827 at Accomack Co, VA. It was in this year that Hutchinson Kellam and his wife Elizabeth sold the Jean Hall part of tract A25 (on Nassawadox River) to John Phillips.⁷

     Margaret was born circa 1800 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Bennet W. Scarburgh, son of Edmund (311) Scarburgh, on 15 August 1820 at Accomack Co, VA. Jesse Powell was the security on the M.L.B. of Bennett W. Scarburgh of Edmund, who gave consent, and Margaret A. F. Heath of Fletcher..¹ Margaret died before February 1842. She was not named in her mother, Leah Heath's, will of this date, but her two children, Bennett C. and Margaret Scarburgh and her husband, Bennett W. Scarburgh were named..²

     Fletcher was born circa 1760 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Fletcher was named in his father's will on 22 June 1765 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son Fletcher Heath in the will of Joseph Heath, wife Comfort.¹ He married Leah (-----) circa 1795.²

     Leah was born circa 1770. She married Fletcher Heath, son of Joseph Heath and Comfort Fletcher, circa 1795.¹ She made a will in February 1842 at Accomack Co, VA. My grandson Bennett C. Scarburgh shall hold all my estate & pay debts & then: To my grandson Bennett C. Scarburgh all my land on the east side of the county road containing 109 ¼ acres & if he dies without heirs then to my granddaughter Margaret S. Scarburgh. Also to grandson Bennett C. Scarburgh all my personal estate except ... To my granddaughter Margaret S. Scarburgh the lands I purchased of William LeCato containing 16 ¼ acres & all my rights in the land I purchased of Bennett W. Scarburgh & ... & if she dies without lawful heirs then to my grandson Bennett C. Scarburgh. To daughter Margaret Scarburgh ... & all my land if my grandchildren Bennett C. & Margaret S. Scarburgh die without lawful issue. Grandson Bennett C. Scarburgh Extr. Witt: John A. Nelson, Isma G. Wyatt & John W. Harmon..² Leah died in June 1842 at Accomack Co, VA.² Leah's will was probated on 26 September 1842 at Accomack Co, VA. Bennett C. Scarburgh refused to qualify & Edward O. Finney & Bennett C. Scarburgh became Admrs. with John Arlington & John C. Wise securities..²

     Bennett was born circa 1822 at Accomack Co, VA.² Bennett was named in his grandmother's will in February 1842 at Accomack Co, VA. He was named as grandson Bennett C. Scarburgh in the will of Leah Heath..^3,1 He married Elizabeth Martin, daughter of William S. Martin and Rosey A. Savage, on 9 January 1844 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown only as Bennet C. Scarburgh and Eliza Martin. No other information was given..⁴ Bennett was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Bennet C. Scarburgh the head of HH#1156, a 28 year old farmer with real estate valued at $1,800. Listed with him were the following Scarburghs: Eliz'th, age 26; Mary A., age 5; Wm. T., age 2; Marg't S., age 1/12; and Marg't S. Sr., age 19. Also listed was Wm. Tatham, a 17 year old farmer..²

     Margaret was born circa 1831 at Accomack Co, VA.² Margaret was named in her grandmother's will in February 1842 at Accomack Co, VA. She was named as granddaughter Margaret S. Scarburgh in the will of Leah Heath..¹ Margaret was listed with her brother in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Marg't S. Scarburgh Sr., age 19 in HH#1156 headed by Bennet C. Scarburgh, a 28 year old farmer with real estate valued at $1,800. Also listed was Marg't S. Scarburgh, age 1/12, who was Bennet's daughter..²

     (2nd_h|o_Comfort_West) was born circa 1725. He married Comfort (97) West, daughter of Anthony (21) West and Comfort Rogers, circa 1780.^1,2

     Tabitha was born circa 1771 at Accomack Co, VA. Tabitha was named in her mother's will on 24 January 1805 at Accomack Co, VA. She was named as daughter Tabitha Scarburgh in the will of Comfort Young..¹

     James was born circa 1808 at Accomack Co, VA.² James was named in his mother's will on 23 February 1816 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son James Addison and given ½ of Negro girl Mary's increase in the will of Euphamy Addison. He was shown as James H. Addison in the settlement and his legacy of $24 was delivered to his guardian..¹ James was named as an heir on 27 September 1819 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as James Harvey Addison in the will of Elijah A. White..³ James was named in his uncle's will on 15 July 1822 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as James H. Addison, a son of William B. Addison dec'd & Euphamy his wife in the will of George K. Bowman..⁴ He married Ann R. Scarburgh, daughter of George (174) Scarburgh and Ann West, on 11 February 1834 at Accomack Co, VA. Robert W. Williams was the security on the M.L.B. of James H. Addison and Ann R. Scarburgh of George. They were married on 13 Apr 1834..⁵ James was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as James H. Addison the head of HH#110, a 42 year old farmer with real estate valued at $1,800. Listed with him were the following Addisons: Ann, age 40; Ann E., age 13; and George W.L., age 11..² James died on 9 September 1871 at Lee District, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Jas. Addison, who died of consumption at the age of 64 years. He was born in Acc Co (parents not shown), a farmer and the husband of Ann Addison. His son George Addison gave the information..⁶

     William was born circa 1780 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Elizabeth Ker Scarburgh, daughter of Edmund Scarburgh and Jean (261) Ker, on 18 December 1807 at Accomack Co, VA. Henry Scarborough was the security on the M.L.B. of William H. Deeble and Eliza K. Scarborough..¹ William was named as an heir on 31 January 1825 at Accomack Co, VA. In the estate settlement of David Bowman, he was shown as William H. Deeble and received £16.11.0 in right of his wife as 1/7 of the 1/9 part of the estate of Edward Ker Jr. (Note: The settlement was finally recored on 31 Jan 1825, but the actual payment may have been years earlier, as David Bowman died in 1805.).²

     James was born circa 1798 at Accomack Co, VA.² James was named in his father's will on 7 October 1812 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son James Henry Dix (under age) in the will of John Dix.¹ He married Margaret Watson, daughter of Ephriam Watson and Tabitha (234) Wharton, on 10 June 1822 at Accomack Co, VA. Samuel W. Colonna and John Y. Bagwell were security on the M.L.B. of James H. Dix and Margaret Watson of Ephraim, who gave consent.³ James was named as administrator of an estate on 30 October 1826 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Tabitha Watson was granted to James H. Dix with Levi Dix, John Y. Bagwell & Richard L. Rew securities.⁴ James was named as administrator of an estate on 22 February 1830 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that John Y. Bagwell's will was probated and his wife Rosan G. Bagwell and James H. Dix became administrators.⁵ He married Catharine T.C. Scarburgh, daughter of George (174) Scarburgh and Ann West, on 2 December 1834 at Accomack Co, VA. Samuel Melson was the security on the M.L.B. of James H. Dix and Catharine T. C. Scarburgh..³ James was listed as a head of household in the census of 1840 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as James H. Dix a head of household, age 40-50 (b.c. 1790-1800). Listed with him were 1 female age 0-5, 1 female age 10-15, 1 female age 15-20, 2 females age 30-40 and 12 slaves.² James was named as administrator of an estate on 28 February 1842 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Rosanna G. Bagwell was granted to James H. Dix, John S. Dix & Levi D. Dix with James Northam, Edmund R. Allen & George P. Scarburgh securities.⁶ He made a will on 4 February 1849 at Accomack Co, VA. To son James Henry Dix the plantation whereon I reside containing 190 acres of arable land & bounded on the south by Folly Creek, on the west by lands of George P. Scarburgh & on the north & east by the lands of Thomas R. Joynes Esq., but if he dies under age 21 or without heirs, then to my daughter Sally E. Dix. Also to son James Henry Dix the land I purchased of John F. R. Joynes & wife containing 45 acres bounded on the west by the land of Thomas R. Joynes, on the north & east by the lands of George P. Scarburgh & on the south by the lands of Thomas B. Cropper. To daughter Sally E. Dix the plantation I purchased of Thomas Cropper containing 154 acres & bounded on the south & west by lands of George P. Scarburgh Esq., on the north by the land of James Parramore & on the east by land of Thomas R. Joynes Esq., but if she dies under age 21 or without heirs, then to my daughter Mary Ann Dix. To my daughter Mary Ann Dix $200. To my granddaughter Rosey D. Twiford when she arrives at age 21 $200 ... To wife Catharine F. C. Dix during her life slave man Jack, Negro women Ann & 2 children Sam & Abram, Sarah, Betsey & her child Jim, Peggy & Sabra child of Ann & then to my children James Henry Dix & Sally E. Dix. This is not to effect my wife's rights to 1/3 of my estate. To my son James Henry Dix my Negro man Nathan, Isaac a boy of Ann, Sally & Leah her child. To daughter Mary Ann Dix my Negro men Jacob & George, Mary wife of Jacob & 2 children Bell &Tabby. To daughter Sally E. Dix my Negro man Isaac, Peter a boy son of Ann, Lucy a girl daughter of Ann & woman Fanny. Remainder of my property to my 3 children Mary Ann Dix, Sally E. Dix & James Henry Dix. There shall be no partition fence by my Extrs. & the legal guardians of my children between the oats & corn fields or any thing else until the owners arrive at age 21 & take charge themselves. Friend George P. Scarburgh & my brother Levi D. Dix Extrs..⁷ James died in September 1849.⁷ James's will was probated on 24 September 1849 at Accomack Co, VA. There being no witnesses, John J. Blackstone & Thomas R. Joynes testified to the handwriting. Richard P. Read, Oswald B. Finney & Thomas R. Joynes were the securities on the bond of $35,000..⁷

     John was born circa 1810 at Accomack Co, VA. John was named in his brother's will on 14 July 1828 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a brother John Chandler in the will of William D. Chandler..³ He married Elizabeth P.C. 'Betsey' Scarburgh, daughter of George (174) Scarburgh and Ann West, on 7 October 1837 at Accomack Co, VA. Walter J. Kellam and John H. Wise were the securities on the M.L.B. of John K. Chandler and Elizabeth Scarburgh..⁴

     John was born circa 1806 at Accomack Co, VA.² John was named in his father's will on 7 October 1812 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son John Savage Dix (under age) in the will of John Dix.¹ John was named as administrator of an estate on 27 May 1839 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Julius P. Dix was granted to John S. Dix with James H. Dix & George P. Scarburgh securities.³ He was the security on a M.L.B. On 25 January 1841 at Accomack Co, VA. John S. Dix was the security on the M.L.B. of Robert A. Young and Sarah E. Grinnalds.⁴ John was named as administrator of an estate on 28 February 1842 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Rosanna G. Bagwell was granted to James H. Dix, John S. Dix & Levi D. Dix with James Northam, Edmund R. Allen & George P. Scarburgh securities.⁵ He married Sarah H. 'Sally' Scarburgh, daughter of George (174) Scarburgh and Ann West, on 18 May 1843 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown only as John S. Dix and Sally H. Scarburgh. No other information was given..⁴ John was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Jno. S. Dix the head of HH#180, a 44 year old merchant with real estate valued at $600. Listed with him were the following Dixs: Sally, age 44; Henry, age 6; Jno., age 4; and Sally E., age 13..²

     Sally was born circa 1837 at Accomack Co, VA.² Sally was named in her mother's will on 20 January 1850 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Sally was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sally E. Dix, age 13 in HH#180 headed by Jno. S. Dix, a 44 year old merchant with real estate valued at $600. Also listed was Sally Dix, age 44, who was evidently her aunt..²

     James was born circa 1844 at Accomack Co, VA.² James was named in his mother's will on 20 January 1850 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ James was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Jas. H. Dix, age 6 in HH#180 headed by Jno. S. Dix, a 44 year old merchant with real estate valued at $600. Also listed was Sally Dix, age 44, who was evidently his aunt..²

     George was born in 1805 at Accomack Co, VA.³ George was named in his father's will on 3 January 1823 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a an underage son George S. Mapp in the will of Howson Mapp..² He married Elizabeth F. 'Betsy' Major, daughter of William Major and Elizabeth 'Betsy' Darby, on 30 May 1825 at Accomack Co, VA. James Kellam Sr. was the security on the M.L.B. of George T. Mapp of Howson dec'd and Elizabeth P. Major of William dec'd..⁴ George was named in his sister's will on 18 February 1828 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as my brother Geroge S. Mapp in the will of Elizabeth Nock, widow of John W. Nock dec'd..⁵ He married Catherine C. Ames, daughter of Zorobabel Ames II and Margaret Blair Christian, on 11 May 1829 at Accomack Co, VA. Abel Edwards was the security on the M.L.B. of George S. Mapp, widower, and Catherine C. Ames of Zoro. Another record from this source shows they were married on 13 May 1829..¹ He married Susan Tabitha Scarburgh, daughter of George (174) Scarburgh and Ann West, on 10 August 1840 at Accomack Co, VA. James H. Dix was the security on the M.L.B. of George S. Mapp and Susan T. Scarburgh. They were married on 12 Aug 1840..^1,3 George was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Geo. S. Mapp the head of HH#79, a 43 year old farmer with real estate valued at $20,000. Listed with him were the following Mapps: Susan T., age 34; Hester A., age 16; Southey, age 7; Columbus, age 12; Abel P.U., age 5; and George P.L., age 3..⁶ George 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 George S. Mapp the head of HH#824, a 53 year old farmer with real estate valued at $40,000 and personal property valued at $50,000. Listed with him were the following Mapps: Susan S., age 47; Southey S., age 17; Abel P.U., age 14; George P.L., age 11; and Henry A.W., age 8..⁷ He made a will on 7 November 1865 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as George S. MAPP. My land on Matchapungo Creek, 600 acres, to my sons, James S. Mapp and Columbus Mapp, equally divided. My land on the north side of Pungoteague Creek, where Levi Boggs now resides, 300 acres, and my woodland in "Doll's Swamp", 50 acres, to sons Southey S. Mapp and George P. S. Mapp equally divided. To son Abel P. Upshur Mapp the land on which I now reside, containing the lands which I purchased of William Walker, Ellison A. Hopkins and Henry S. Walker, also to Abel my gold watch. To son Henry A. Wise Mapp $5000. To wife, Susan T., my double carriage and mare called Sally Bull, this to be in addition to her dower in all my real estate, he 1/3 part of all my slaves during her life and her 1/3 part in absolute property of the rest of my personal estate. To friend George P. Scarburgh my spy-glass which was his father's. Rest and residue to divided among my children. Exec George P. Scarburgh. 30 Jun 1858. Wit: Geo. W. Walker, Geo. T. Scarburgh. CODICIL To dau. Margaret S. Finney, my negro slaves Hannah and her children Peter and Luke. To dau. Hester A. Boggs, my negro slaves Arana, Jinney, Dick and Rachel. To son Columbus, my slave Big Joe. To son James, negro slave Nat. To wife Susan T. my double carriage and mare Sally Bull, and such portion of my slaves and other personal estate as she would be entitled if I were to die intestate and also her dower in my absolute property and real estate. I hereby revoke so much of my said will, as is inconsistent with this codicil and ratify and republish the said will in all other respects. 3 Aug 1859. Wit: Geo. T. Scarburgh, Elizabeth P. C. Chandler. SECOND CODICIL Since the making of the foregoing codicil, my son Southey S. Mapp has departed this life. I therefore give to my son George P. S. Mapp the 2 tracts of land which were to be divided between them. 7 Nov 1865. Witt: Levi D. Dix, Geo. P. Scarburgh..⁸ George died on 15 April 1868. He died in his 63rd year..^9,10,3 George's will was probated on 27 April 1868 at Accomack Co, VA. Sureties Charles B. Duffield, Charles Sharp, Abel P. Upshur Mapp..⁸

     Alfred was born on 18 October 1815 at Sussex Co, DE.^1,2 He married Cassandra West 'Cassy' Scarburgh, daughter of George (174) Scarburgh and Casandra 'Cassey' West, on 2 July 1839 at Accomack Co, VA. Isaiah Bagwell was the security on the M.L.B. of Alfred Lofland and Casandra W. Scarburgh..³ Alfred was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Alfred Lofland the head of HH#57, a 34 year old farmer born in Sussex Co, DE. Listed with him were the following Loflands: Cassey, age 30; Amelia, age 10; Sarah E.T., age 8; Margaret E.C., age 5; and James H.A., age 8/12..¹ Alfred died on 22 January 1897 at age 81.² His body was interred at Lofland Cem, Cashville, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as Alfred Lofland, husband of Cassandra W. Lofland..²

     Mary was born circa 1834 at Accomack Co, VA.² Mary was named as an heir on 26 March 1849 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Mary H. Scarburgh, daughter of Samuel H. dec'd and given $300 in the will of John Arlington..³ Mary was listed with her mother in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mary H. Scarburgh, age 16 in HH#40 headed by Wm. Eichelburger, age 42. Also listed was Mary Eichelburger, age 35, who was evidently her mother..² She married Dr. Edwin W. LeCato on 15 November 1852 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Edwin W. LeCato and she was shown as Mary Henry Scarborough the daughter of Samuel H. Scarborough..¹

     Edwin was born in 1829 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Mary Henry Scarburgh, daughter of Samuel H. Scarburgh and Demaris S. 'Mary' Mears, on 15 November 1852 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Edwin W. LeCato and she was shown as Mary Henry Scarborough the daughter of Samuel H. Scarborough..² Edwin died on 28 July 1867.¹ His body was interred at Quinby Cem, Acc Co, VA.¹

     Scarbrough was born on 9 May 1791 at Accomack Co, VA.^3,1 Scarbrough was named in her great-grandmother's will on 3 October 1794 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Scharbrough Polk Townsing in the will of Sarah Bradford.² She married John Scarburgh, son of Capt. John (522) Scarburgh and Mary 'Polly' Jacob, on 24 September 1807 at Accomack Co, VA. Luther H. Read was the security on the M.L.B. of John Scarburgh and Sabrah P. Townsend..⁴ Scarbrough was living on 24 March 1818 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Sabra P. Scarburgh, a witness to the will of Americus Scarburgh. (Note: She was married to his brother John.).⁵ She married Capt. Samuel Waples on 20 August 1822 at Accomack Co, VA. Thomas Sturgis and John Bull were the securities on the M.L.B. of Samuel Waples, widower, and Sabra P. Scarborough, widow..⁴ Scarbrough was listed with her son in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sabra Waples, age 60 in HH#186 headed by Edw. B. Waples, a 25 year old farmer with real estate valued at $5,000..³ Scarbrough died on 23 December 1856 at age 65.¹ Her body was interred at Onancock Cem, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Sabra P. Waples, wife of Sam'l Waples and daughter of Henry & Sallie Townsend. She was married on 20 Aug 1822..¹

     His common name was Samuel. Samuel was born on 19 June 1755 at Sussex Co, DE. Tombstone books shows 9 Jun 1755..¹ Samuel served in the Revolutionary War in circa 1776. He served in a minute company and then became second lieutenant in the 9th Virginia Regiment in 1776, was taken prisoner at Germantown, PA, but escaped and returned to headquarters and was given a furlough and was never recalled to service..² He married Anne (447) Custis, daughter of Maj. Thomas (570) Custis and Elizabeth Cassandra 'Cassy' (160) Wise, on 12 February 1778 at Accomack Co, VA.² He married Scarbrough 'Sabra' Polk Townsend, daughter of Henry Townsend and Sally Polk, on 20 August 1822 at Accomack Co, VA. Thomas Sturgis and John Bull were the securities on the M.L.B. of Samuel Waples, widower, and Sabra P. Scarborough, widow..³ Samuel died on 11 August 1834 at age 79.¹ His body was interred at Onancock Cem, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as Capt. Samuel Waples, the husband of Sabra P. Waples. He was a Rev. soldier..¹

     William was born on 30 October 1807 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ William was named in his grandmother's will on 12 February 1817 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a grandson William Eichelberger (under age) in the will of Euphamy Finney.² He married Demaris S. 'Mary' Mears, daughter of William (of Wm.) Mears and Elizabeth (172) Arlington, on 27 February 1837 at Accomack Co, VA. James H. Dix was the security on the M.L.B. of William D. Eichelberger and Demary S. Scarburgh, widow of Samuel. They were married on 1 Mar 1837..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. Eichelburger the head of HH#40, a 42 year old farmer. Listed with him were the following Eichelburgers: Mary, age 35; Eliza L., age 12; James W., age 10; John A., age 6; and Virginia L., age 5. Also listed was Mary H. Scarburgh, age 16..⁴ William died on 9 August 1875 at age 67.¹ His body was interred at Warwick Cem, Quinby, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as William F. Eichelberger, son of James & Susan Eichelberger, 30 Oct 1807 - 9 Aug 1875, who died at the age of 67 years, 9 months and 10 days..¹

     Elizabeth was born on 7 December 1811 at Accomack Co, VA.² Elizabeth was named in her uncle's will on 26 May 1818 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my niece Elizabeth P. Scarburgh in the will of Edwin Teackle. She was to have a neat mourning locket purchased for her by Edwin's brother James Justice Teackle..³ Elizabeth was named in her uncle's will on 13 October 1827 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my niece Elizabeth A.P. Scarburgh in the will of James J. Teackle and given ½ of the net proceeds of the land sale, all my real & personal estate in the state of Ohio, it being due for her grandfather's services during the Revolutionary War, my Negro woman Leah & her daughter Nancy, Custis' Beach & 50 acres on Cedar Island..⁴ She married Thomas Custis, son of John Custis and Tabitha (572) Gillett, on 7 December 1829 at Accomack Co, VA. Jesse Kellam was the security on the M.L.B. of Thomas Custis of Jno. and Elizabeth P. Scarburgh, orphan of William M..¹ She made a will on 11 March 1848 at Accomack Co, VA. Tombstones be erected at the head & feet of my dec'd mother & at my own. To my sister Jane M. K. Kellam & my step mother Elizabeth M. Scarburgh $50 each as a small token of my gratitude to them for their kind attention to me during my sickness. To my friend Mary Ann Higgins $25. To my son John W. Custis ... & 50 acres of Cedar Island land which I now own, also Negro girl Caty until she arrives to age 30 when she is to be free ... To son Thomas E. C. Custis (under age) ... & Negro boy Henry until he arrives to age 35. To my 2 sons John & Thomas my Negro man John with the provision that he not be sold, but be hired out & the proceeds to them & should John become infirm & need support, then my 2 sons to support him jointly. My burial charges, debts & legacies be paid out the money due me from the estate of my uncle Hugh Ker ... & at the death of my sister Jane M. K. Kellam & step mother Elizabeth M. Scarburgh ... to William Bayly (son of Thomas Bayly my first cousin). To Hetty Harmon ... Two young Negroes Henry & Caty to my sons John & Thomas & then to be free at ages 35 & 30 ... & paid $20 each. Henry was age 7 last Christmas & Caty is now age 6. My friend & brother-in-law James W. Custis Esq. Extr. Witt: Luther H. Read, Frederick C. A. Kellam & B. H. Johnson..⁵ Elizabeth died on 1 April 1848 at age 36.^5,2 Her body was interred at Hedra Cottage, Scarborough Neck, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Elizabeth A.P. Custis, the wife of Thos. and the daughter of Wm. M. & A.P. Scarborough..² Elizabeth's will was probated on 24 April 1848 at Accomack Co, VA. William P. Bayly & Edward P. Pitts securities..⁵

     Thomas was born on 12 November 1802 at Accomack Co, VA.² He married Elizabeth A.P. Scarburgh, daughter of William Meredith Ker Scarburgh and Anne Parker Teackle, on 7 December 1829 at Accomack Co, VA. Jesse Kellam was the security on the M.L.B. of Thomas Custis of Jno. and Elizabeth P. Scarburgh, orphan of William M..¹ Thomas died on 21 December 1840 at age 38.² His body was interred at Old Custis Tract, Deep Creek, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as Thomas Custis, the son of Jno. & Tabitha, who died on 21 Dec 1840, age 38(?) years, 11 months and 9 days, dates badly worn. (Note: If his age were 36 years it would fit better with his parents marriage.).²

     Elizabeth was born circa 1824 at Accomack Co, VA.² She married Bennett C. Scarburgh, son of Bennet W. Scarburgh and Margaret A. F. Heath, on 9 January 1844 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown only as Bennet C. Scarburgh and Eliza Martin. No other information was given..³ Elizabeth was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Eliz'th Scarburgh, age 26 in HH#1156 headed by Bennet C. Scarburgh, a 28 year old farmer with real estate valued at $1,800. Evidently her mother Rosey Martin, age 50, was living next door in HH#1157 headed by her brother Wm. S. Martin, a 27 year old farmer with real estate valued at $3,000..²

     Jane was born on 14 July 1819 at Accomack Co, VA.² Jane was named in her uncle's will on 13 October 1827 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my niece Jane M. K. Scarburgh in the will of James J. Teackle and given ¼ of the net proceeds of the sale of the Wachapreague land, my Negro men Isaac & George York..³ As of 8 November 1837,her married name was Kellam.⁴ She married John Custis Kellam, son of Capt. John Kellam and Margaret Hatton, 08 Nov 1837 (bond) at Accomack Co, VA. Joseph S. Hill and William Burton were the securities on the M.L.B. of John C. Kellam, widower, and Jane M.K. Scarburgh..⁴ Jane was named in her husband's will on 31 August 1845 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my wife Jane M.K. Kellam in the will of John C. Kellam. He gave her his land on Occohannock Creek called Hedra Cottage & the profits & use of my farm on Butchers Creek called Myrtle Grove during her life.⁵ Jane was named in her sister's will on 11 March 1848 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my sister Jane M.K. Kellam in the will of Elizabeth A.P. Custis..⁶ Jane was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Jane Kellam the head of HH#836, age 31 with real estate valued at $20,000. Listed with her were Maria Scarburgh, age 55; and Thos. R. Joynes Jr., age 23 and farming..⁷ She made a will on 12 August 1850 at Accomack Co, VA. A white marble tomb to be purchased & erected over my remains, the best that can be purchased for $100. To my mother Eliza Maria Scarburgh my farm on Occohannock Creek called Hedra Cottage, also a few acres near Craddockville called Peaks Point which I purchased to furnish Hedra Cottage with timber & at her death to my nephew Thomas E. C. Custis & if he leaves no lawful heir, then to his brother John W. Custis & if he leaves no lawful heir, then to my cousin William Scarburgh, son of Thomas Scarburgh, to him & his heirs by the name of Scarburgh. To my nephew John W. Custis my Negro boy John & girl Lydia & if he leaves no lawful heir, then to his brother Thomas E. C. Custis. To my 2 nephews all my right in the Negroes left me by husband except the 2 above mentioned & one named York, which I leave free & $20 shall be paid to him, but none of the Negroes are to be sold out of Accomack County ... To Thomas E. C. Custis (under age) ... To John W. Custis (under age) $100 ... To my mother Eliza M. Scarburgh ... Residue to nephews John W. Custis & Thomas E. C. Custis. Robert J. Poulson Extr. Witt: Kendall F. Addison, Caroline J. Addison & William Addison..¹ Jane died on 4 December 1852 at Accomack Co, VA, at age 33.² Her body was interred at Hedra Cottage, Scarborough Neck, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Jane M.K. Kellam, the widow of John C. Kellam and the daugher of Wm. M. & E.M. Scarborough..² Jane's will was probated on 27 December 1852 at Accomack Co, VA. James W. Custis & Tully A. T. Joynes securities on the $10,000 bond..¹

     John was born on 23 October 1792 at Accomack Co, VA.² John was named in his uncle's will on 11 September 1799 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as my sister Margaret Kellam's youngest son John Kellam, provided he comes to lawful age.¹ He married Lydia M. Clayton, daughter of James M. Clayton and Sarah (-----), in 1820.^3,2 John was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1820 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John C. Kellam, a head of household, age 26-45. Listed with him was 1 female, age 16-18..⁴ John was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1830 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John C. Kellam, a head of household, age 30-40. Listed with him were 1 female, age 5-10 and 1 female, age 30-40..⁵ He married Jane M. K. Scarburgh, daughter of William Meredith Ker Scarburgh and Elizabeth Maria Read, 08 Nov 1837 (bond) at Accomack Co, VA. Joseph S. Hill and William Burton were the securities on the M.L.B. of John C. Kellam, widower, and Jane M.K. Scarburgh..⁶ John was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1840 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John C. Kellam, a head of household, age 50-60. Listed with him were 1 female, age 15-20 and 1 female, age 30-40..⁷ John made a will on 31 August 1845 at Accomack Co, VA. To my wife Jane M. K. Kellam my land on Occohannock Creek called Hedra Cottage & the profits & use of my farm on Butchers Creek called Myrtle Grove during her life & at her death to Thomas Kellam my nephew during his life & then to his oldest son, but if he dies without male heirs of his body then the Myrtle Grove farm to the children of my brother Thomas H. Kellam. To my wife Jane M. K. Kellam the profits & use & increase of all my Negroes during her life or widowhood except York, Isaac & Patty's twin children John & Lydia, which I give to her & at her death or marriage Patty is to be free & the remainder of my Negroes to my brother's children, but they are not to be sold out of Accomack, except for misdemeanor & a conviction of the same before a court of justice. Residue to wife Jane M. K. Kellam except my telescope compass & box which I give to my friend Edward L. Bayly. Friend Edward L. Bayly Extr. & require of him no security. Witt: David C. Taylor, James M. Savage & Thomas S. Bull. Prob: Edward L. Bayly was not required to furnish security on the $30,000 bond. It was probated on 29 Sep 1845.⁸ John died on 7 September 1845 at age 52.² His body was interred at Myrtle Grove, Hacks Neck, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John C. Kellam, the son of John & Marg't (Hatton) Kellam and is buried next to Lydia M. Kellam..²

     Charles was born circa 1625 at England. According to Ralph Whitelaw, the identity of Charles is an unsolved problem. Some historians have identified him with Charles the son of Colonel Edmund, but such a solution is contrary to fact, as in 1654 the latter was only eleven years old and supposedly was then in England for his education. It is possible that this unidentified Charles was a nephew or first cousin of Colonel Edmund. His first appearance in the county records was in the year before the marriage agreement, when he made a deposition. No record has been found to indicate that this Charles ever had a home of his own; in 1656 a reference to him said "att his nowe dwellinge howse at Nuswattocks," so perhaps he and his wife lived with her mother Mrs. Ann Charlton. In 1657, when apparently about to take a voyage, he set John Coale free from service, in case he should not return within 12 months. Nothing more concerning Charles appeared in the local records until August, 1663, when a reference was made to the estate of Henry Scarburgh (son of Charles and Katherine), and describing him as "the son of Mr. Charles Scarborough in England," so he may have remained abroad until 1664, when he again appears in the Accomack records, and there both he and his son usually had their names written out in the full original spelling. (Note: There is more on Charles in Whitelaw, pages 656 and 657.). He married Anne West, daughter of Anthony (1) West and Anne (-----), circa 1650.¹ Charles Scarburgh 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 30 March 1651 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as Charles Scarburgh.² He married Katherine (3) West, daughter of Anthony (1) West and Anne (-----), on 27 May 1654. Charles Scarburgh married Kathryne the sister of John West (formerly the wife of Ralph Barlow). Their marital agreement is at N'hamp Deeds, Wills, etc., 1655-1657, f. 20. A Charles Scarburgh, gentleman, made a marriage agreement with Katherine Barlow whereby she was to keep her cattle on the plantation of her brother John West..^3,4,5,6 Charles died before 17 May 1681. In a lawsuit it was brought out that Edmund Bowman had married the executrix of Mrs. Ann Charleton, deceased. Charles' wife Katherine would have been the executrix..⁷

     Anthony was born circa 1600 at England. He married Anne (-----) circa 1630 at England.

     Bridget was born circa 1615. She married Capt. Stephen Charlton, son of (-----) Charlton, circa 1640. Bridget is named as the late wife of Stephen Charlton in the notes which follow his will..¹ Bridget died circa 1650.¹

     Bridgett was born circa 1645 at Northampton Co, VA. Bridgett was named in her father's will on 28 October 1654 at Nassawadox, N'hamp Co, VA.¹ As of circa 1660,her married name was Foxcroft.¹ She married Capt. Isaac Foxcroft circa 1660.¹

     Elizabeth was born on 1 February 1648 at Northampton Co, VA.^2,3 Elizabeth was named in her father's will on 28 October 1654 at Nassawadox, N'hamp Co, VA.¹ She married John Gething in September 1661. On 29 Oct 1661 John Gitting (Gething) having intermarried with Elizabeth the daughter of Captain Stephen Charlton petitioned the Court desireing to be possessed of the estate belonging to him by the will of her dec'd father Captain Stephen Charlton. According to the pleas made by Col. Edmund Scarburgh to the court, they were married between 4 and 29 Sep 1661, Elizabeth Charlton being a child about 12 years old and at school.^1,2 As of 29 October 1661,her married name was Gething.^1,4 Elizabeth Charlton died before 4 December 1662 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Elizabeth Gething was granted to John Gething, late husband of the dec'd. She died before she attained the age of 14.^2,3

     Anthony was born circa 1700 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Comfort Rogers, daughter of Richard Rogers Sr. and Mary Marshall, circa 1725.³ He made a will on 18 April 1777 at Accomack Co, VA.^4,5 Anthony died in November 1778.⁴ Anthony's will was probated on 24 November 1778 at Accomack Co, VA.⁴

     Scarburgh was born circa 1688 at Accomack Co, VA. Scarburgh was named in her father's will on 6 February 1703 at Accomack Co, VA. She was under age 16..¹ As of 27 December 1705,her married name was Harding.³ She married Thomas Harding on 27 December 1705. They moved to the Pamlico region of North Carolina where he was referred to as a ship carpenter of Bath County and as a mariner and was provost marshal of Bath County..³

     Mary was born circa 1702 at Accomack Co, VA. Mary was named in her grandfather's will on 6 February 1703 at Accomack Co, VA. She was named as Mary Cade Wise, the daughter of Matilda Wise, in the will of John West..³ She married John [63] Scarburgh, son of Matthew Scarburgh and Hannah Scarburgh [17] Wise, circa 1716.⁴ Mary was named in her father's will on 27 March 1717 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Mary Cade Scarburgh in the will of John Wise, wife Matilda..⁵ Mary was named in her mother's will on 6 September 1721 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Mary Cade Scarburgh in the will of Matilda Wise, widow..⁶

     West was born circa 1685 at Accomack Co, VA. West was named in her grandfather's will on 6 February 1703 at Accomack Co, VA. She was named as one of 5 children of daughter Sarah Robinson (who was the wife of Capt. Tully Robinson) whose names were West, Elizabeth, Scarburgh, Sarah and Susanna in the will of John West..³ She married George Smith circa 1720.⁴ West was named in her father's will on 1 November 1723 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter West Smith in the will of Col. Tully Robinson..⁵ West died before 19 April 1757 at Princess Anne Co, VA.⁴

     Elizabeth was born on 25 August 1687 at Accomack Co, VA. Elizabeth was named in her grandfather's will on 6 February 1703 at Accomack Co, VA. She was named as one of 5 children of daughter Sarah Robinson (who was the wife of Capt. Tully Robinson) whose names were West, Elizabeth, Scarburgh, Sarah and Susanna in the will of John West..³ She married Col. John Smith, son of Dr. George Smith and Elizabeth Robinson, circa 1710.^4,5 Elizabeth was named in her father's will on 1 November 1723 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Elizabeth Smith in the will of Col. Tully Robinson..⁶ Elizabeth died on 15 December 1759 at Accomack Co, VA, at age 72.⁵

     Sarah was born circa 1693 at Accomack Co, VA. Sarah was named in her grandfather's will on 6 February 1703 at Accomack Co, VA. She was named as one of 5 children of daughter Sarah Robinson (who was the wife of Capt. Tully Robinson) whose names were West, Elizabeth, Scarburgh, Sarah and Susanna in the will of John West..³ She married Benoni Smith circa 1715.⁴ Sarah was named in her father's will on 1 November 1723 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Sarah Smith in the will of Col. Tully Robinson..⁵

     Susanna was born circa 1695 at Accomack Co, VA. Susanna was named in her grandfather's will on 6 February 1703 at Accomack Co, VA. She was named as one of 5 children of daughter Sarah Robinson (who was the wife of Capt. Tully Robinson) whose names were West, Elizabeth, Scarburgh, Sarah and Susanna in the will of John West..³ She married William McClenahan, son of Nathaniel McClenahan and Elizabeth (-----), circa 1715.⁴ Susanna was named in her father's will on 1 November 1723 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Sarah McClenahan in the will of Col. Tully Robinson. (NOTE: He also named a daughter Sarah Smith, so perhaps Nottingham read this wrong and it was Susanna.).⁵

     Richard was born circa 1660 at Accomack Co, VA. He was security on the administration of an estate on 17 November 1685 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of William Smith was granted to Leonard Goring with Richard Kellam Sr. & Richard Kellam Jr. securities.² He received land as a gift on 9 January 1686 at Occahannock Creek, Acc Co, VA. It was on this date that Richard Kellam Senr of Accomack gave to his son Richard Kellam Jr. of same place, 500 acres upon Occahannock Creek for his use, and entailed to such of his male issue as he Richard Jr. shall deem fitting to receive it, failing such issue then to sons Edward, William, daughter Katherine Taylor, daughter Ann Kellam (later Wallis), daughter Rachel Lingo, successively. Richard Senr & wife Sarah to have use for life.³ Richard was named as an heir on 29 January 1686/87 at Matchepungo Creek, Acc Co, VA. It was on this date that Richard Kellam Sr. made a deed of gift (D.G.) of 300 acres on Matchepungo Creek to his son William Kellam. It began at the mouth of Beaver Dam Branch over against that point of land where Francis Roberts now lives, together with the plantation where the said William Kellam now lives, and for want of heirs to sons Richard and Edward to be equally divided between them and for want of heirs to grandson Henry Turner, reserving to himself and wife Sarah Kellam the use of the lands for life.³ He deeded land in 1695 at Quinby-Wachapreague, Acc Co, VA. It was in this year that Richard Kellam Jr. gave his 250-acre part of tract A42 (between Quinby & Wachapreague) to his son Richard III. Then in 1723 Richard Kellam III sold 50 acres to William Lingo and 1731 gave the 200-acre balance to his son West Kellam. (NOTE: Whitelaw evidently confused the Richard Kellams, as it was Richard Kellam II (wife Frances West) who died in 1731, not Richard Kellam III.).⁴ He married Frances (12) West, daughter of Lt. Col. John (2) West and Matilda [13] Scarburgh (Quaker), circa 1695 at Accomack Co, VA.^5,6 Richard Kellam II received land as a gift in 1697 at Sarah's Neck (Craddock Neck), Acc Co, VA. It was in this year that Col. John West gave land in Sarah's Neck, now called Craddock Neck, to his daughter Frances and her husband Richard Kellam Jr. They moved from Occahonnock Neck to this land.⁷ Richard was named in his father's will on 1 June 1703 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Richard Kellam and given 5 schilling in the will of Richard Kellam..⁸ He patented land on 1 February 1703/4 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Richard Kellam on a certificate granted for 800 aces for transporting 16 persons into the colony.⁹ He deeded land as a gift in 1731 at Accomack Co, VA. It was in this year that Richard Kellam II gave 200 acres of his part of tract A15 (on the north side Occohannock Creek) to his son William; it was the southern part of the remaining 400 acres and was called "Clems." In 1770 William Kellam (wife Sarah) left to his son Benston and then to a grandson William; the latter died intestate and title went to his daughter Nancy, who in 1799 married Armistead Mears. While it was no traced further, this land perhaps was the part north of the crossroad, show by the survey in 1820 of the land of George Kellam belonging to A15B. Also in 1731 Richard Kellam II (wife Frances West) left the remaining 200 acres to his daughter Catherine. Then in 1738 Aaron and Catharine Acar sold 50 acres in the northwest corner to Dormon Siluent. He left no will but seems to have been succeded by a son Daniel, and in 1798 Daniel Sullivan left to his son William. In 1803 processioning records gave the owner as Susanna Sullivan, beyone which point it was not traced. In Aaron and Catharine Acar sold the remaining 150 acres to Jeodiah Bell, and the next year he and his wife Sarah Bell resold to Jonathan Kellam, who was a son of Richard Kellam II.¹⁰ He made a will on 8 February 1730/31 at Accomack Co, VA. To daughter Catherine 200 acres adjcent my son William's land & for want of heirs to my son William. To daughter Sarah Sill 100 acres at the head of Sarah's Neck adjcent John Sill's land. To son Jonathan Kellam. To son Richard. Bal. of estate to wife Frances during her widow, then to be divided between 4 of my children, Sarah Sill, William, Jonathan & Catherine. Wife Exec. Witt: Littleton Scarburgh Major, Edward Kellam, Bryant Coneley.^1,11 Richard died before 6 April 1731.^1,11

     Sarum was born circa 1700 at Accomack Co, VA. Sarum was named in his grandfather's will on 6 February 1703 at Accomack Co, VA. He was named as grandson Sarum, son of my daughter Frances Kellam, in the will of John West..¹ He married Elizabeth (-----) circa 1725.³ Sarum died before 30 May 1744 at Accomack Co, VA.^2,4

     Richard was born in 1619 at England.² Richard Kellum the 1st, came to Virginia on "The Promise" of which Captain Douglas was Commander. At the clearage of the ship at Gravesend, England, 27 Jul 1635, he was entered as a passanger and 16 years old.² He married Sarah Ansley circa 1649.^3,4 Richard Kellam I patented land on 28 July 1649 at Northampton Co, VA. A certificate is this day granted unto Rich: Kellum for 300 acres of land at Occahannock Cr, being a neck of land bounded on the South by the main Creek, due him for transporting the following 6 persons: Sarah Ainsley, Ann Corbett, Mary Kinge, Jno Thomson, Henry Worsley & Isaacke Emersley (Hemersley).² He 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 30 March 1651 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as Richard Kellam.⁵ In 1655 an Act of Assembly provided that courts were to be held at two places alternately, with Hungars Creek to be the dividing line for the uppper and lower parts. However, a later Act stipulated that one plance in each county should be designate, where the court, church, prison, and a public mart should be maintained; the inhabitants chose the land of Richard Kellam (A15A) and courts seem to have been held there for the next few years.⁶ He patented land in 1662 at Wachapreague-Quinby, Acc Co, VA. The original patent was to John Evans in 1661, which he and his wife Joane, sold to Richard Kellam. In 1662 a patent was issued to Richard Kellam for 400 additional acres and 2 years later another patent to him for 900 more acres. In 1672 another patent was issued to Richard Kellam for 1,850 acres to include all of the above and 150 acres surplus found within the bounds. That patent was reissued the next year.⁷ On 23 May 1663 Richard Kellum admitted killing Richard Buckland's cow and was ordered to pay a fine of 1000 lbs tobacco and to pay Buckland 1000 lbs tobacco and a new cow. Kellum was to remain in the sheriff's custody till posting a bond for good behavior and paying court costs. The jury considered the difference between Buckland and Kellum and found the cow called Butterflower to be Buckland's. The jury, sent out again, considered Kellum's confession and found it to be a matter of fact. Deposition of John Jenkins, 22 May 1663: Two years ago last March Jenkins accompanied Buckland to Kellum's, and Kellum asked what Buckland would charge to teach his daughter to write, figure, and knit. Buckland asked for a cow and calf, to which Kellum agreed. About a month later the cow, Butterflower, and a calf was brought to Buckland by John Burt, Kellum's servant. Buckland marked the calf with his own mark. Signed, John (II) Jenkins. Deposition of John Burt servant, 22 May 1663: John Jenkins was not at "my master's house when I carried the cow away to Richard Buckland's for to give the child milk." Signed, John Burt. Deposition of Richard Welch, 22 May 1663: "To the best of my knowledge, John Jenkins was not at my master's house" the day the cow was driven to Buckland's. Signed, Richard (x) Welch. Deposition of Daniell Dorman aged about 22 years, 22 May 1663: Because he was at William Bosman's to "fetch guns home" that day, he knows nothing of the matter. Signed, Daniel (CC) Dorman. Deposition of Dorothy Churchill aged about 20 years, 23 May 1663: Dorothy was in the cowpen when Buckland came in and she knew of no sale or bargain or of any delivery of a cow by her master to anyone. John Jenkins was not there at any time. Signed, Dorothy (~) Churchill. Deposition of John Burt aged about 24 years, 22 May 1663: "I never knew Richard Kellum to deliver a cow and calf to Richard Buckland or ever sell him one." Signed, John Burt. Deposition of Richard Welch aged about 19 years, 22 May 1663: Said the same as John Burt. Signed, Richd. (e) Welch.⁸ On 17 Dec 1663 Richard Kellum sued Richard Buckland over a cow formerly in controversy. The court considered Kellum's petition, his evidence, and Buckland's answer, and ordered that there was no cause to overturn the verdict given by a jury last May. Kellum's suit was dismissed with him paying court charges. Evidence for Rich. Kellum: Deposition of Oneal Dermon aged about 25 years, 11 November 1663: Said that he was at last May's court after judgment was passed against Richard Kellum for killing a cow, and heard Kellum's wife and Rich. Buckland discussing the cow. Buckland declared, and bound it with an oath, that he gave Kellum permission to kill the cow in question. Signed, Oneale (C) Derman. Deposition of Edward Martine, 11 November 1663: On 19 June 1663, Martin was with Richard Kellum's wife Sarah at Richard Buckland's house, where he heard Sarah demand a bill from Buckland for seven and a half bushels of wheat. Buckland called her impudent and told her that John Jenkins could swear that he had the wheat for the cow in question. Buckland said that Kellum sent his girl to say that Kellum would kill the cow, and Buckland said her father could kill the cow if he provided another for it. Buckland said to Sarah, "Country woman, if you will be peaceable, I will tell you the bargain." The bargain was made at night in the inner room in the chimney corner with nobody around except for Buckland's namesake, who had advised Buckland to get a good milk cow and allotted Buckland a black pied cow. The next morning Buckland went to his namesake, the cowkeeper, and asked which was the best cow, for "your master saith I must have a cow called by the name of Py." The boy said that wasn't a good cow, so Buckland asked if the boy could point out the best one, and the boy replied, "What will you give me?" Buckland agreed to give him six pipes. Signed, Edward (M) Martine. Deposition of John Die aged about 36 years, 11 November 1663: Said that Richard Buckland sent for Sara Turnor as soon as judgment was passed and asked, "Sara, did you tell me that your father would kill the cow named Butterflower?" She answered yes and also admitted that her father would give Buckland another one. Then Buckland bound it with an oath and swore it was the truth and said it was not yet paid. Sara said he might have had it if he had come for it. John (I) Die. Deposition of Richard Stevens, 16 December 1663: Said that on 19 June 1663, he was with Richard Kellum's wife Sarah at Richard Buckland's house, where he heard Sarah demand a bill from Buckland for some wheat. He replied, "Are you so impudent to demand a bill of me for wheat? Look upon the records and on John Jenkins' oath, and there you shall see what I had the wheat for." Concerning the cow, Buckland said that he borrowed Capt. Parker's horse to fetch the cow home. Goody Kellum asked if it was a black pied cow, and Buckland said he thought it was, and said that he bargained with her husband over night. The next morning he went to the cowpen and asked Richard Welch which was the best cow. Signed, Richard Stevens. Deposition of Sarah Turnor, aged about 14 years, 11 November 1663: Said she was sent to Richard Buckland's to tell him that her father intended to kill the cow called Butterflower because she was barren, and that her father would give him a pregnant cow or a cow with a calf in exchange. Buckland said a pregnant cow would do him no good, because it would run away, but he would be content with a cow and calf. Signed, Sarah Turnner. Evidence for Buckland: Deposition of Christopher Calvert, aged about 48 years, 16 December 1663: About the beginning of last May he heard Richard Buckland demand to know from Richard Kellum how Buckland's cow was doing. Kellum replied, "It is well." The next morning at Kellum's house, Buckland asked Kellum if he had considered what they had discussed last night. Kellum replied, "I will deliver you a heifer with calf or a calf by her side, provided you will have nothing to do with the heifer that I have of yours at my pen." Signed, Christopher (+) Calvert.⁹ He patented land on 19 July 1664 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Richard Kellam on a certificated granted for 900 acres for transporting some 18 persons into the colony, including Sarah Amsley, John Kellam, Edward Bird & others.¹⁰ He patented land on 16 July 1666 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Richard Kellam and granted a certificate for 350 acres for transporting 7 persons.¹¹ On 17 Mar 1669/70 Richard Kellam and Edward Hammond differed over a small tract of land lying between them at Matchepungo. At the court's proposal, Hammond chose John Stokely and Kellam chose Nathaniel Bradford to determine the value of the work done on the land; Kellam would pay that sum to Hammond, who was to transfer ownership to Kellam. If they did not agree, the order was void, and the first prosecutor would pay the charges. If they agreed, the court charges could be shared equally.¹² He patented land on 7 March 1671/72 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Richard Kellam on a certificate granted for 200 aces for transporting 4 persons into the colony.¹³ He patented land on 17 July 1672 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Richard Kellam on a certificate granted for 350 aces for transporting 7 persons into the colony.¹⁴ On 18 Jun 1673 Richard Kellam of the upper part of Northampton Co, for natural love & affection to my daughter Rose Kellam alias Armitrading, wife of Arch. Armitrading of county aforsaid, I assign & set over to my son Richard Kellam Jnr. one mare branded with RK etc. for the the use and benefit of said daughter Rose. Witt: Sarah Turner, Katherine (K.K.) Kellum & Jno. Tankard.¹⁵ He was security on the administration of an estate on 17 November 1685 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of William Smith was granted to Leonard Goring with Richard Kellam Sr. & Richard Kellam Jr. securities.¹⁶ He deeded land on 9 January 1686 at Occahannock Creek, Acc Co, VA. It was on this date that Richard Kellam Senr of Accomack gave to his son Richard Kellam Jr. of same place, 500 acres upon Occahannock Creek for his use, and entailed to such of his male issue as he Richard Jr. shall deem fitting to receive it, failing such issue then to sons Edward, William, daughter Katherine Taylor, daughter Ann Kellam (later Wallis), daughter Rachel Lingo, successively. Richard Senr & wife Sarah to have use for life.¹⁵ He deeded land on 29 January 1686/87 at Matchepungo Creek, Acc, VA. It was on this date that Richard Kellam Sr. executed a Deed of Gift to his son Edward Kellam for 300 acres on Matchepungo Creek, being part of 400 acres fromerly taken up by John Evans, together with the plantation where the said Edward Kellam now lives, to begin at a branch commonly called the Beaver Dam Branch, and for want of heirs to my two sons, Richard and William Kellam to be equally divided between them, and for want of heirs to dau. Rose Garrison, and for want of heirs to dau. Bridget Kellam, alias Savage, reserving to himself and wife Sarah the use of the said lands for life.⁴ He deeded land on 29 January 1686/87 at Matchepungo Creek, Acc Co, VA. It was on this date that Richard Kellam Sr. made a deed of gift (D.G.) of 300 acres on Matchepungo Creek to his son William Kellam. It began at the mouth of Beaver Dam Branch over against that point of land where Francis Roberts now lives, together with the plantation where the said William Kellam now lives, and for want of heirs to sons Richard and Edward to be equally divided between them and for want of heirs to grandson Henry Turner, reserving to himself and wife Sarah Kellam the use of the lands for life.¹⁵ He deeded land on 29 January 1696/97 at Matchepungo Creek, Acc Co, VA. It was on this date that Richard Kellam Sr. gave daughter Rachel Lingo, wife of William Lingo, a deed of gift (D.G.) of 300 acres on Matchepungo Creek for life, then to grandsons Aynesly and William Lingo, sons of Rachel & William Lingo, to be equally divided between them, and for want of heirs to the next male issue of the said Rachel & William Lingo, and for want of such male issue to my son William Kellam, reserving to himself and wife Sarah Kellam the use of the lands for life.⁴ He made a will on 1 June 1703 at Occahannock, Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Richard Kellam of Occahannock, being very aged and weake in body. To 2 sons Edward & William Kellam 5 s. each. To daughter Sarah Kellam, now Curle. Daughter Ann Kellam, now Wallis. Daughter Rachel Lingo 5 s. each. To daughter Rose Kellam, now Garretson, 60 acres on Burrells Branch. To godson William Onely, son of Clement Onely. To son William 50 acres adjcent his own land on Beaver dam branch. To son Richard 5 s. Wife Sarah Exec. Witt: Stephen Waltham, William Sill..^17,18 Richard died before 6 October 1703 at Accomack Co, VA.¹⁷

     Sarah was born circa 1634. As of circa 1649,her married name was Kellam.¹ She married Richard Kellam I, son of (f/o_Rich) Kellam, circa 1649.^1,2 Sarah Ansley was named as a headright on 28 July 1649 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as Sarah Ainsley on a cetificate granted to Richard Kellam for 300 acres of land at Occahannock Cr in N'hamp County.³ Sarah was named in her husband's will on 1 June 1703 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a wife Sarah in the will of Richard Kellam..⁴ As of 1704,her married name was Sinclare.⁵ She married Magnis Sinclare circa 1704.⁵ On 7 Mar 1704/05 Edward Kellam (attorney: Mr. Washbourne) brought action for 250 lbs tobacco against Magnis Singclere, who married Sarah Kellam (widow of Richard Kellam). Because Singclere failed to appear, Kellam was granted attachment against his estate to pay the debt and the costs of the suit.⁵ On 4 Apr 1705 it was recorded that at the last court Edward Kellam sued Magnis Singclere (who married Sarah Kellam, widow of Richard Kellam) for 250 lbs tobacco. When Singclere failed to appear, attachment was granted against his estate. The attachment was served on a steer, and the court ordered execution to proceed to pay the debt and court costs.⁶ On 3 Aug 1708 Sarah Sincleare petitioned that she and her husband had put "sundry goods and chattels into ye hands of Richard Kellam for her use & relief, her husband being gone from her." When she demanded the goods, Kellam refused to deliver them to her. Since Sarah was poor and "under coverture" [under the authority of her husband], she could not commence a suit. Ordered that the sheriff summon Kellam to the next court to answer the complaint.⁷ On 6 Oct 1708 it was recorded that at the last court Sarah Singcleare petitioned that Richard Kellam had detained from her various goods that should be used for her support. Kellam was summoned and through his attorney (Capt. Washbourne) pleaded that Sarah, who had a husband and was therefore under coverture, could not bring any process in her name. The court agreed and dismissed her petition and ordered her to pay court costs.⁸ On 3 May 1710 Edward Kellam petitioned that his mother Sarah Sincleare, had "married a prophlegate man who was runn away from her," and being invited to live with William Lingo, she carried what she had to his house. Now that she had occasion to live elsewhere, Lingo refused to give back her small estate. Since Sarah had no means of support, she would have to "go upon the parish" if her goods were not returned. Kellam asked that Lingo be cited to the next court.⁹ On 2 Aug 1710 Edward Kellam petitioned that his mother Sarah Sincleare, had "married a prophlegate man who was runn away from her," and being invited to live with William Lingo, she carried what she had to his house. Now that she had occasion to live elsewhere, Lingo refused to give back her small estate. Since Sarah had no means of support, she would have to "go upon the parish" if her goods were not returned. Kellam asked that Lingo be cited to the next court.¹⁰ On 6 Sep 1710 William Longo was summoned to the June court to answer the complaint of William Kellam in behalf of his mother Sarah Singcleare. The matter was put to the determination of Capt. John Washbourne and Francis Wharton, who agreed that Sarah should pay Lingo 1250 lbs tobacco for 12 days worth of service of man and horse, for food and lodging for 13 months and for other small debts. After payment of the tobacco, Lingo was to deliver Sarah's goods and chattels to her. Kellam complained that Lingo would not obey the order; summoned to court to show why, Lingo had nothing to say. Sarah tried to pay the tobacco, but Lingo refused to take it. Ordered that she make tender according to law and that William Lingo deliver Sarah Kellam's goods (except for a steer that was killed) and court costs.¹¹

     Rachel was born circa 1675. As of circa 1700,her married name was West.¹ She married Jonathan (8) West I, son of Lt. Col. John (2) West and Matilda [13] Scarburgh (Quaker), circa 1720.¹

     Comfort was born circa 1700 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Anthony (21) West, son of Anthony (6) West and Elizabeth Rowles, circa 1725.² Comfort was named in her father's will on 6 January 1738 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Comfort West in the will of Richard Rogers Sr., wife Mary..³

     John was born on 26 December 1696 at Accomack Co, VA. Note by T.T. Upshur - This John West was the son of Anthony West II and Elizabeth Rowles his wife and was born on Merry Branch and he was designated "Jno West of Nandua" because he heired land on that Creek and lived there..² He married Ann (-----) circa 1720.² He made a will on 29 February 1772 at Accomack Co, VA.^3,4 John died on 12 October 1773 at age 76.² John's will was probated on 30 November 1773 at Accomack Co, VA.⁴

     Mary was born in 1691 at Accomack Co, VA.² She married Nathaniel Bell, son of Robert Bell and Mary Cutting, circa 1720.³ Mary was named in her husband's will on 9 December 1745 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a wife Mary in the will of Nathaniel Bell..⁴ She made a will on 19 April 1759 at Accomack Co, VA. Son Nathaniel Bell. Grandson Mary Darby, daughter of Benjamin Darby. Grandaughter Anne Stockly. Daughter Rachel & to her son Nathaniel Darby. Grandson Nathaniel Bevins. Grandson John Darby. Grandson Robert Bell. Grandson Nathaniel Bell residual legatee. Son Nathaniel Bell Exr. Witt: John West, Agnes West, Abel West..⁵ Mary died before 25 June 1765 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that her will was probated..⁵

     Nathaniel died before 1946 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated. Nathaniel Bell heir at law..^2,3 Nathaniel was born in 1689 at Accomack Co, VA.⁴ Nathaniel was named in his uncle's will on 11 August 1704 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a cousin (meaning nephew) Nathaniel Bell in the will of William Cutting..⁵ He married Mary Scarburgh (23) West, daughter of Anthony (6) West and Elizabeth Rowles, circa 1720.⁶ Nathaniel was named in his father's will on 4 October 1724 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Nathaniel Bell in the will of Robert Bell, wife Mary..¹ He made a will on 9 December 1745 at Accomack Co, VA. To wife Mary plantation where I now live during her widow, then to my son Nathaniel Bell. Wife to have use of slaves for life then to be divided between my 4 children, Nathaniel Bell, Betty Bell, Rachel Bell & Mary Stockly. To son Nathaniel all the rest of my land. To daughter Tabitha Lecatt. Children Mary Stockly, Nathaniel, Betty & Rachel Bell residual legatees. Friends Abel Upshur, Joachim Michael & Nathaniel Fosque to divide estate. Wife Mary, John West & son Nathaniel Bell Exrs. Witt: Joachim Michael, John Joynes, Harmanson Joynes..^2,3

     Jean was born circa 1702 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Nathaniel Rogers, son of Richard Rogers Sr. and Mary Marshall, circa 1725 at Accomack Co, VA.²

     Nathaniel was born in 1697 at Accomack Co, VA. He deposed Jul 1748 that he was 51 years old..³ He married Jean (24) West, daughter of Anthony (6) West and Elizabeth Rowles, circa 1725 at Accomack Co, VA.² Nathaniel was named in his father's will on 6 January 1738 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Nathaniel Rogers in the will of Richard Rogers Sr., wife Mary..¹ He made a will on 11 March 1754 at Northampton Co, VA. To son Littleton negro old Will, negro fellow Billy, my plantation I now live on, large chest with lock and key, my old gun, horse "Picker" and mare "Jolly". To son Nathaniel negro fellow young Will, negro wench Patt, negro boys Peter and Dover, my new gun, 12 pewter plates, a wainscot chest, a large chest and dest upstairs, and a walnut table twisted in the legs. To daughter Sophia Brickhouse negro girl Rhode and negro boy Tom. To daughter Betty Dunton negro girl Sabra, negro boy Jamie and her mother's chest, and one walnut table upstairs. Residual legatees sons Littleton and Nathaniel. Son-in-law John Birckhouse and son Littleton Extrs. Witt: Alexander Melvil, Obedience (O) White & Holloway Bunting..⁴ Nathaniel died in July 1754 at Northampton Co, VA. Nathaniel's will was probated on 13 August 1754 at Northampton Co, VA.⁴

     Scarburgh was born circa 1700 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Mary (-----) circa 1720. A wife Mary joined Scarburg West in the sale of 70 acres near head of Metompkin Creek on 27 Jan 1755..² In his will of 10 Apr 1726, Richard Bayly left Scarburgh West 3 arces on small bear branch adjacent to the land of the said West.³ He made a will on 14 March 1760 at Accomack Co, VA. To daughter Elizabeth Miles, Mary Bunting & Edmund West each 2 shilling & no more of my estate. To 3 grandchildren Leah Dunton, Dealy Dunton & Edmund Dunton. To son Alexander West 1/2 of my land. To son Philip Parker West the other 1/2 of my land, being the manor plantation where I now live. Daughters Parker & Adah West residual legatees. Sons Alexander & Philip Parker West Extrs. Witt: Laban Simpson, Thomas Cropper & William Evans..^4,5 Scarburgh died in April 1760.^4,5 Scarburgh's will was probated on 29 April 1760 at Accomack Co, VA. At probate it was determined that Alexander West was the heir at law..⁵

     Mary was born circa 1705 at Accomack Co, VA.

     Robert was born circa 1650. He married Elizabeth Lucas, daughter of Thomas Lucas, circa 1675 at England. He had been in Jamaica before coming to the Eastern Shore..^1,2,3 Robert Snead was the Clerk of Court for Accomack County from 1703 to 1712. His son Charles followed him from 1712-1717.⁴ He married Mary (15) West, daughter of Lt. Col. John (2) West and Matilda [13] Scarburgh (Quaker), circa 1704. On 4 Oct 1706 Madam Matilda West (executrix of Col. John West, (deceased), John Wise (in the right of his wife, Matilda), Jonathan West, Richard Kellam (in right of his wife Farncis), Katherin West, Robert Snead (in right of his wife Mary), Thomas Harding (in right of his wife Scarburgh Harding) the sons and daughters of Col. John West and Matilda, petitioned that the estate be divided according to the will. Since most of the persons desired that John Custis, Exp., be appointed, it was ordered that the and col. William Custis, Lt. Col. Tully Robinson, Maj. George Parke and Capt. John Braudhurst (or any four of them) divide the estate of John West before the next court or as soon as convenient. On 6 Dec 1706 Robert Snead and his wife Mary (one of the daughters of Lt. Col. John West, deceased) exhibited a bill against Matilda West (executrix), who was summons to this court. The sheriff returned a copy of the writ (with the summons on the back) that was left at Matilda's dwelling house. When she did not appear, Snead's attorney (Mr. Andrew Hamelton) requested and was granted an attachment against "ye body of Matilda West" the sheriff was to deep her in safe custody till she posted a bond to appear at the next court. On 5 Feb 1706/7 Robert Snead and his wife Mary (daughter of Lt. Col. John West, deceased) brought an action against Matilda West (executrix of the estate), who was taken into custody on 31 Jan by Sheriff Tully Robinson to ensure her appearance at this court. Matilda refused to put her answer in writing. West had left his "four daughters viz Catherine Mary Ann & Scarburgh each a young slave in the estate. Snead and Matilda West ultimately reached an agreement. Snead would give up his right to Mary's share of cattle, Horses, sheep and household goods. Matilda would have her first choice of the six young slaves (she selected Sarah). Catherine West could have second choice (Bette). Snead would have third choice (Gui). The court ordered Matilda to immediately deliver to Gui to Snead.
.^5,6 In 1705 the county prison was considered insufficient to hold a certain prisoner and the room that Robert Snead, clerk of court, used for his office was ordered used as a prison until a new one could be built. In the same year Robert Snead was one of 6 residents of the county appointed to make a contract with workman for the building of a new court house, for the old court house was thought by the court to be past repairing. The site of the new court house was close to the building in the area known as Matompkin where court had been held and was also close to the present court house in the same area, which after the Revolutionary War became known as Drummondtown and about a century later changed its name again to Accomac.² Robert was named as the executor of a will on 17 January 1709 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Bennony West's will named brother & friend Capt. Sead to assist his wife Sarah as Extr to his will..⁷ Robert was named as a headright on 3 May 1709 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Robert Snead was granted a certificate for 300 acres for transporting himself, his wife Elizabeth and their 4 children Robert Jr., Frances, Charles and James..^2,8 Robert bought land in 1709 at Accomack Co, VA. It was in this year that Robert Snead bought 150 acres in the vicinity of the Accomack County Court House. He also owned land along the Indian River in Maryland, which he called Snead's Purchase. The time of his arrival in Virginia isn't known, but it was probably before 1700, for in 1703 he became Clerk of Court for Accomack County, which position he held until his death in 1712, when he was followed by his son Charles as clerk..² In April 1711 the court clerk, Robert Snead became sick and was unable to attend court. Upon Robert's petition, his son Charles Snead was sworn to officiate as the clerk till his father was able to return. A year and a half later, Robert was dead and Charles officially took over. At that time he presented the court with a commission from the secretary of state of Virginia, appointing him as the court clerk. After Charles took the oaths, the court ordered Mary Snead (widow of Robert Snead, the late clerk) to deliver all the records of the county to Charles Snead. In March 1713/14 another, younger, Robert Snead saw an opportunity, understanding that the court was not supplied with a cryer, he petitioned that the position be given to him. After considering the matter, the court appointed Snead as cryer-and janitor. They ordered him "to keep ye Corthouse swept Clean & to keep ye D0ores Shut." Snead would be paid 940 lbs tobacco that year "for his paines & Troubles."⁹ He made a will on 27 August 1711 at Accomack Co, VA. To son Robert 90 acres near Bagwills Island & to each of his children a ewe lamb. To son Charles all my estate real & personal in the Island of Jameco. To daughter Frances Snead who is now in England, who I understand is married to one Mr. ______ Ossester, who has sometime merchant to Virginia, but now keeps a great still house near Hatton Gardens in Holbourne, £10 to buy her a silver tankard, and I desire that my coat of arms be put upon it. Son John. Wife Mary. Daus. Mary, Ann & Catherine Snead (John, Mary, Ann & Catherine children of Mary - all under age) To son John land at Indian River in Maryland called Snead's Purchase. Wife Exec. In case of her death or marriage William Burton & my son Charles Snead to act. Witt: Robert Hutchinson, John Lurton, Thomas Lurton..¹⁰ Robert died before 4 March 1712/13 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated..^1,10

     John was born circa 1695 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Agnes Burton, daughter of William Burton II and Frances (-----), circa 1722.² John sold land on 7 February 1754 at Deep Creek, Acc Co, VA. It was on this date that as John West of Deep Creek he and Agnes sold 50 acres to Smith Bunting..^3,4 He made a will on 13 September 1754 at Accomack Co, VA.^5,6 John died before 28 January 1755 at Accomack Co, VA.^5,6

     Agnes was born circa 1704 at Accomack Co, VA. Agnes was named in her grandmother's will on 6 September 1711 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my granddaughter Agnes Burton in the will of Ann Alexander, son William Burton Extr.² As of circa 1722,her married name was West.³ She married John (27) West, son of Alexander (7) West, circa 1722.³ Agnes was named in her father's will on 18 November 1730 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Agnes in the will of William Burton, wife Mary. He also mentioned children of Agness already born or to be born..¹ Agnes was named in her husband's will on 13 September 1754 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as wife and given 1/3 of estate during her life in the will of John West.⁴ Agnes made a will on 29 October 1760 at Accomack Co, VA. Nunc. will. Son Major West. Daughter Comfort West. Daughter Scarburgh Topping. Daughter Agnes Willett. Daughter Susannah Scott. Grandaughter Agness Chambers - Proved by Anthony West & Scarburgh West.⁵ Agnes died before 31 December 1760 at Accomack Co, VA.^6,5

     William was born on 19 November 1677 at Nickawampus Creek, Acc Co, VA.^2,3 William was named in his father's will on 5 January 1695/96 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as my eldest son William in the will of William Burton, wife Ann. He was given land on the seaboard side, situated in Forked Neck near where I now live.¹ On 18 Feb 1695/96 William Burton (son of Mr. William Burton, deceased) had been named in the elder Burton's will as joint executor with his mother; now he "desired to relinquish that charge in open court." It was ordered recorded.⁴ On 2 Jun 1697 upon the motion of Jane Bird, it was ordered that William Parker, Henry Lurton, William Burton and James Lary inventory and appraise the estate of Jane's deceased husband Edward Bird. A report was to be given at the next court.⁵ The 2nd William Burton followed his father as Justice in Accomack County court and was on the Quit Rent Rolls of 1704 with 500 acres.² On 6 Feb 1699/1700 so he could be entered into the list of tithables, Timothy Dunow servant boy to William Burton, was judged to be 11 years old.⁶ On 2 Apr 1700 three constables who had "served a great time" asked to be discharged from their positions. The court appointed Richard Hickman to replace Richard Greenall; Ralph Justice to replace John Bloxum, Sr; and William Burton to replace Edmund Allen. The new constables were ordered to go to the nearest magistrate to be sworn.⁷ He married Frances (-----) on 20 December 1700. She may have been Frances Bagwell.⁸ On 3 Jun 1701 William Burton petitioned to be discharged from his office of constable, in which he had served one year. The court appointed Mr. James Alexander constable in Burton's place.⁹ On 6 Oct 1708 it was ordered that William Parker, James Alexander, William Burton and William Phillips (or any three of them) inventory and appraise the estate of Thomas Tayler before the next court.¹⁰ William was named in his father-in-law's will on 14 January 1708/9 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as my son-in-law (meaning step-son) William Burton in the will of James Alexander, wife Ann.¹¹ On 1 Feb 1708/09 William Burton (empowered by his mother Ann Allexander, widow and executrix) presented the will of James Alexander (deceased). It was proved by the oaths of Francis Wharton and Delight Sheild.¹² On 2 Apr 1709, so they could be duly entered into the list of tithables, William Burton's two Negro girls were brought to court to have their ages judged; Hagar was judged to be 9 years old, and Moll was judged to be 7 years old.¹³ He served on a jury on 7 March 1709/10 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Wm. Burton who served on a jury in a trespass case between Francis Thorowgood against John Mathews.¹⁴ William Burton was a justice of Accomack County in 1711 and sheriff in 1723. On 3 Jul 1711, as commissioner, Mr. William Burton subscribed to the test and took the oaths of justice of the peace and for the court of chancery.¹⁵ William was named in his mother's will on 6 September 1711 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son William Burton in the will of Ann Alexander. She also named his son William Burton.¹⁶ On 6 May 1712 Ordered that certain men take the lists of tithables: Mr. Wm. Burton from the courthouse down to the end of the county on the Sea Side.¹⁷ On 6 May 1712 the action brought by Regnolds Badger against John Wylie (administrator of the estate of Thomas Taylor, deceased) had been continued from time to time. Capt. Henr. Scarburgh and Mr. Wm. Burton had been appointed to audit the accounts, but since Burton was now in Pennsylvania and Scarburgh was over the Bay they could not return the audit. The case was continued to the next court.¹⁸ On 5 Aug 1712 William Burton and Edward Robins (churchwardens and assignees of Thomas Custis, the sheriff) brought action against Jno. Millechop for the nonappearance of Catherine Brook, who had been presented at the May court for bastard-bearing. Millechop now confessed judgment and was ordered to pay 500 lbs tobacco for Catherine's fine, pay court costs and to give security to save the parish from supporting the child. On the same day William Burton, churchwarden, presented the following persons for "not abiding in ye Church during ye time of Common prayer and preaching": Morris Sheapheard, Thomas Luis, Thomas Foscue, Jonathan Bunting, William Twiford and Jonathan Chambers. John Booth and Elizabeth Hutton were presented for fornication "by Common fame." Ordered that the above persons were ordered to appear at the next court to answer their presentments. On 2 Sep 1712 At the last court Mr. William Burton (churchwarden) presented the following individuals for "not abiding at ye Church nor beheaving himselfe as he ought to during devine Servis or common prayer & preaching":
- Morris Shepheard (fined 5 shillings, or 50 lbs tobacco, plus court costs) - Jonathan Bunting (fined 5 shillings, or 50 lbs tobacco, plus court costs) - Thomas Yoskue (fined 5 shillings, or 50 lbs tobacco, plus court costs) - Thomas Lewis (not in court because of sickness; ordered to appear at the next court) - William Twiford (failed to appear; ordered taken into custody till posting a bond to appear at the next court to answer the presentment and for his contempt) - Jonathan Chambers (fined 5 shillings, or 50 lbs tobacco, plus court costs) The same churchwarden presented John Boath for "fornication by common fame with Elizabeth Huton." Boath, who was present in court, was ordered taken into the sheriff's custody till he posted a bond for his good behavior and for not cohabiting with Elizabeth Huton. Also presented for fornication, Elizabeth Huton failed to appear at this court. Ordered that the sheriff take her into custody till she posted a bond to appear at the next court.¹⁹ On 3 mar 1712/13, as stipulated in an Act of the Assembly, between the last of January and the last of March, the court presented to the Governor the names of three justices to be considered as the next sheriff for the county. This court recommended Mr. Thomas Custis, Col. Tully Robinson and Mr. William Burton.²⁰ On 3 Nov 1714 a commission from the Lt. Governor for the swearing of justices was read. Col. William Custis, Col. Tully Robinson, Maj. George Parker, Capt. John Bradhurst, Mr. Hancock Custis, Mr. Edward Robins, Capt. Henry Scarburgh, Mr. Thomas Custis and Mr. William Burton took the oaths appointed by law and subscribed to the test.²¹ He bought land in 1727 at Accomack Co, VA. It was in this year that William Burton bought 100 acres called Isaac's Beach in the inlet between Ceedar Island and Feches, now joining to Feches, which is part of Whitelaw's tract A44, Parramore Island. It was not mentioned in the will of William Burton, wife Mary, but it went to son William and in 1750 he and his wife Margaret of N'hamp County sold it to Thomas Parramore.²² He married Mary (15) West, daughter of Lt. Col. John (2) West and Matilda [13] Scarburgh (Quaker), circa 1728 at Accomack Co, VA. Mary West Snead was William Burton's 2nd wife..^23,24,2 William Burton II deeded land as a gift on 4 December 1728 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that William Burton and his wife Mary deeded Snead Mansion House to John Snead, eldest son of Mary Burton by her former husband, Robert Snead.^2,25 He made a will on 18 November 1730 at Accomack Co, VA. To wife Mary. To daughters in law Ann Snead & Catherine Snead. To daughter Agnes & for want of heirs to her children. To son William 250 acres of land & marsh bought of William Clark on Pothook Creek near Lewis Town. To nephew Thomas Burton. To nephews Joshua, Samuel & Joseph. To nephews Caleb & Abner Burton. To grandson John West. To the children of my daughter Agnes already born or to be born. Wife & 2 children residual legatees. Wife Exec. Witt: Stratton Burton, William Arbuckle..^26,24 William died before 2 February 1730/31 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated..^26,24

     Joseph was born circa 1702 at Northampton Co, VA.

     Matilda was born circa 1704 at Northampton Co, VA.

     Isaac was born in 1692 at Accomack Co, VA. He deposed 12 Jul 1748 that he was aged 56..¹ He married Sarah (59) West, daughter of Maj. John (13) West (the younger) and Frances (12) Yeardley, circa 1726.¹ He made a will on 6 May 1760 at Accomack Co, VA.² Isaac died in July 1760.² Isaac's will was probated on 29 July 1760 at Accomack Co, VA.²

     John was born in 1880 at Accomack Co, VA.^1,2 He married Mary E. Hall, daughter of John Hall and Susanna A. (-----), on 19 October 1901 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was a 21 year old oysterman and she was age 16..¹ John died in 1954.² His body was interred at Mechanics Cem, Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA.²

     Mary was born in 1885 at Accomack Co, VA.^1,2 She married John B. Bowden, son of John P. Bowden and Comfort Bloxom, on 19 October 1901 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was a 21 year old oysterman and she was age 16..¹ Mary died in 1967.² Her body was interred at Mechanics Cem, Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA.²

     John was born circa 1860. He married Susanna A. (-----) circa 1880. On the marriage record of their son Elmer, they are shown as John (T. or F.) Hall and Susan _. his wife..¹

     Susanna was born circa 1860. She married John Hall circa 1880. On the marriage record of their son Elmer, they are shown as John (T. or F.) Hall and Susan _. his wife..¹

     John was born circa 1815 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Elizabeth 'Betsy' Somers, daughter of Horsey Somers and Nancy Rew, on 24 February 1839 at Accomack Co, VA. Samuel C. Johnson and Zadock Nock were the securities on the M.L.B. of John S. Johnson, widower, and Elizabeth Somers..¹

     Elizabeth was born on 18 May 1804 at Accomack Co, VA.² She married John S. S. Johnson on 24 February 1839 at Accomack Co, VA. Samuel C. Johnson and Zadock Nock were the securities on the M.L.B. of John S. Johnson, widower, and Elizabeth Somers..³ Elizabeth was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Elizabeth Johnson, the head of HH#911, age 42. Liste with her was Mary A. Johnson, age 8. They were living next door to Richard Summers, age 85 born in MD..⁴ Elizabeth died on 15 September 1878 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA, at age 74. She was shown as Eliz. Johnson, who died of unknown causes at the age of 74 years. She was the daughter of Horsey & Nancy Sommers, born in Acc Co, and an unmarried housekeeper. Her son-in-law Alfred Barnes gave the information..¹

     Lena was born circa 1883 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married William M. Riley, son of Raymond H. Riley and Elizabeth J. Spence, on 23 July 1902 at Accomack Co, VA. He was a 20 year old farmer and she was age 19..¹

     William was born circa 1882 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Lena M. Hall, daughter of William C. Hall and Virginia D. Milliner, on 23 July 1902 at Accomack Co, VA. He was a 20 year old farmer and she was age 19..¹

     John was born in 1861 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA.¹ He married Lannie M. (-----) circa 1886. John died in 1947.¹ His body was interred at Mechanics Cem, Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA.¹

     Lannie was born in 1868.¹ She married John Hall circa 1886. Lannie died in 1944.¹ Her body was interred at Mechanics Cem, Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA.¹

     Emaline was born circa 1832 at Accomack Co, VA.² Emaline was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Emeline Duncan, age 18 in HH#1110 headed by Meshack Duncan, age 50..² She married Alfred T. Davis, son of Noah Davis and Milcah 'Milky' Kelly, on 8 February 1853 at Accomack Co, VA. Alfred T. Davis was the son of Noah and Emaline J. Duncan was the daughter of Meshack..¹ Emaline was listed with her father in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Eliza J. Duncan, age 19 in HH#92 headed by Meshack Duncan, age 69..³

     James was born circa 1843 at Hartford Co, MD.¹ He married Emeline C. Hall, daughter of John (of R.) Hall and Sarah 'Sally' (-----), on 12 February 1907 at Temperanceville, Acc Co, VA. He was a 64 year old widowed farmer, born in Hartford Co, MD and living in Fauquier Co, VA. She was age 44 and single, born and living in Acc Co..¹

     R.S. was born circa 1820. He married Susan (-----) circa 1840.

     Susan was born circa 1820. She married R.S. Farrell circa 1840.

     Wilford was born circa 1882 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Mary A. Parks, daughter of Joshua A. Parks and Virginia J. 'Jennie' (-----), on 21 August 1907 at Accomack Co, VA. He was age 25 and farming and she was age 17..¹

     Mary was born circa 1890 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married Wilford E. Hall, son of William C. Hall and Virginia D. Milliner, on 21 August 1907 at Accomack Co, VA. He was age 25 and farming and she was age 17..¹

     Sarah was born circa 1891 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married Burris C. Jester on 19 January 1908 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA.¹

     Burris was born in 1882 at Accomack Co, VA.^1,2 He married Sarah A. Hall, daughter of John Hall and Lannie M. (-----), on 19 January 1908 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA.¹ Burris died in 1930.² His body was interred at Downing's Cem, Oak Hall, Acc Co, VA.²

     Caleb was born circa 1790 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Euphamia 'Uphamy' Marshall, daughter of Solomon Marshall and Margaret 'Peggy' White, on 20 June 1814 at Accomack Co, VA. William Johnson was the security on the M.L.B. of Caleb Johnson and Euphamia Marshall of Solomon..¹ Caleb died in 1829.²

     Euphamia was born circa 1790 at Accomack Co, VA. Euphamia was named in her father's will on 1 February 1801 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Uphamy in the will of Solomon Marshall..² She married Caleb Johnson on 20 June 1814 at Accomack Co, VA. William Johnson was the security on the M.L.B. of Caleb Johnson and Euphamia Marshall of Solomon..¹

     Solomon was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Margaret 'Peggy' White circa 1775.² Solomon was named in his father's will on 5 December 1786 at Accomack Co, VA. He was named as son Solomon Marshall and given 300 acres between William Patterson and Edward Ardis. He and his brother William were named Extrs..¹ Solomon was named in his brother's will on 7 November 1793 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a brother Solomon Marshall and was named an Extr., along with wife Peggy, in the will of William Marshall..³ He married Judah Evans on 20 June 1796 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown only as Solomon Marshall and Judah Evans..⁴ He made a will on 1 February 1801 at Accomack Co, VA. As much land at the north end of my land bounding on James Ardis, Thomas Hargis & James Gillett's land should be sold as would satisfy my debts together with as much personal property as my wife could do without. To my children Nancy, Betsy, Solomon, Uphamy, William & Fanny Marshall all the balance of my land & also all of my personal estate. James Gillett Extr. Witt: Thomas Walter, William Brewington & William Warrington & Edward Joynes..⁵ Solomon died in February 1801.⁵ Solomon's will was probated on 23 February 1801 at Accomack Co, VA. John Logan & William Warrington were the securities..⁵ Solomon estate was settled on 26 February 1805 at Accomack Co, VA. 2 Mar 1801 (Invy), 10 Mar 1801 (1st Sale), 12 Sep 1804 (2nd Sale), No Date (Audit), 26 Feb 1805 (Rec'd) - James Gillett Extr. Names noted: Isaac Marshall, Stringer Marshall orphan of William Marshall, granddaughter of Peggy Marshall, orphan of William Marshall, 1/3 part to wife's estate. Cash from Negro Isaac. Appraisers: Drummond Welburne, William Waterfield & William Wallop. Auditors: Walter Bayne & George Corbin..⁶

     Nancy was born circa 1786 at Accomack Co, VA. Nancy was named in her father's will on 1 February 1801 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Nancy in the will of Solomon Marshall..¹

     Her common name was Betsy. Elizabeth was born circa 1788 at Accomack Co, VA. Elizabeth was named in her father's will on 1 February 1801 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Betsy in the will of Solomon Marshall..¹ She married William Wilkerson on 9 January 1810 at Accomack Co, VA. James Taylor was the security on the M.L.B. of William Wilkinson and Betsy Marshall of Solomon..² Elizabeth died in 1821.³

     William was born circa 1792 at Accomack Co, VA. William was named in his father's will on 1 February 1801 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son William Marshall in the will of Solomon Marshall..¹ He married Margaret Nock, daughter of George Nock, on 26 August 1822 at Accomack Co, VA. Levin Townsend & Thomas Allen were the security on the M.L.B. of William Marshall of Solomon and Margaret Knox, orphan of George..² William died in October 1837.³ Administration of William's estate was filed on 30 October 1837 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Solomon Marshall was named to settle the estate of William S. Marshall. Spencer Drummond, Walter D. Bayne & Peter Delastatius were securities.³

     Frances was born circa 1794 at Accomack Co, VA. Frances was named in her father's will on 1 February 1801 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Fanny Marshall in the will of Solomon Marshall..¹ She married John C. Evans, son of George Crippin Evans and Leah Brumbley, on 10 January 1827 at Accomack Co, VA. Arthur Coard was the security on the M.L.B. of John Evans of Crippen and Frances Marshall of Solomon..² As of 10 January 1827,her married name was Evans.²

     John was born in 1787 at Accomack Co, VA.² John was named in his father's will on 7 November 1793 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son John Marshall and given all my plantation except 60 arcres which I give to my daughter Betsy Marshall in the will of William Marshall, wife Peggy..³ He married Sarah 'Sally' Broadwater on 20 August 1806 at Worcester Co, MD.^4,2 John died in April 1822.⁵ Administration of John's estate was filed on 30 April 1822 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Sebastian Cropper was named to settle the estate of John Marshall of William. John Marshall of Thomas & William D. Cropper were the securities.⁵ John estate was settled on 28 July 1823 at Accomack Co, VA. 15 May 1822 (Invy & Sale), 19 Jun 1823 (Audit), 28 Jul 1823 (Rec'd) - Sebastian Cropper Extr. or Admr. Negro girl Sarah. Appraisers: Thomas Walter, William C. Coard & Jacob Waterfield. Buyers: Widow, Stringer Marshall, William Marshall & Daniel Marshall. Auditors: William C. Coard & Jacob Waterfield..⁶

     James H. Marshall says she was probably the daughter of William Broadwater. Sarah was born circa 1790 at Accomack Co, VA. She married John (of Wm) Marshall, son of William Marshall and Peggy Stringer, on 20 August 1806 at Worcester Co, MD.^1,2

     Elmer was born circa 1892 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Annie Laura Justice, daughter of Samuel G. Justice and Sallie V. Simpson, on 17 April 1912 at Bloxom, Acc Co, VA. He was a 20 year old farmer and she was also age 20..¹

     Annie was born circa 1894 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Elmer Preston Hall, son of John Hall and Susanna A. (-----), on 17 April 1912 at Bloxom, Acc Co, VA. He was a 20 year old farmer and she was also age 20..¹