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     Elizabeth was born circa 1772 at Accomack Co, VA. Elizabeth was named in her father's will on 23 November 1783 at Accomack Co, VA. Since her surname was still Vernelson, she was evidently still unmarried..¹

     William was born circa 1768 at Accomack Co, VA. William was named in his father's will on 23 November 1783 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

     Nancy was born circa 1770 at Accomack Co, VA. Nancy was named in her father's will on 23 November 1784 at Accomack Co, VA. Since her surname was still Vernelson, evidently she was sitll unmarried..¹ She married Thomas Phillips Jr. in February 1795 at Accomack Co, VA. James Hannaford was the security on the M.L.B. of Thomas Phillips and Nancy Vernelson..²

     Thomas was born circa 1755. Thomas was named in his father's will on 23 November 1784 at Accomack Co, VA. He was given 50 acres of land purchased of Jacob Lurton..¹

     Parker was born circa 1730. He witnessed the will of Joeph Heath on 2 Feb 1761. Joseph had a son Henry Heath.¹ Administration of Parker's estate was filed on 22 February 1785 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Henry Heath was named to settle his estate, with John Spiers as security.²

     Martinus was born circa 1700. Martinus bought land in 1731 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that John and Mary Kendall made three sales of 160 acres each, to Caleb Broadwater, Martenus Vanelso and Guzaline Vanelson..¹ Martinus died before 1749 at Accomack Co, VA. A record of his death was not found, but in 1749 his son-and-heir William sold the 160 acres to John Matthews..²

     William was born circa 1725. William sold land in 1749 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that William sold 160 acres of land to John Matthews..¹

     Him being the son of Charles Vernelson is based on him naming a brother Elias in his numc. will of 1742 and Elias being a named son in Charles' will of 1748. Guzaline was born circa 1705. Guzaline bought land in 1731 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that John and Mary Kendall made three sales of 160 acres each, to Caleb Broadwater, Martenus Vanelso and Guzaline Vanelson..² He married Elizabeth (-----) before 1732.³ Guzaline sold land in 1732 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Guzaline Vanelson and his wife Elizabeth sold the western 60 acres to John Matthews..³ Guzaline died in December 1742.¹ He made a will on 15 December 1742 at Accomack Co, VA. In his verbal will he devised to brother Elias' son Elias. To Comfort Tunnel. Balance of estate to Sarah Tunnel. To brother Joseph. Proved by Elias Vanelson & Sarah Roberts..¹ Guzaline's will was probated on 28 December 1742 at Accomack Co, VA. Sarah Tunnell, widow, a devisee of the testator, qualified to settle the estate..¹

     Elizabeth was born circa 1700. She married Guzaline Vernelson, son of Charles Vernelson, before 1732.¹

     Joseph was born circa 1704.

     Elias was born circa 1735 at Accomack Co, VA. Elias was named in his uncle's will on 15 December 1742 at Accomack Co, VA. He was named as Elias, the son of my brother Elias, in the will of Guzaline Vanelson..¹ He married Mary (-----) circa 1760.² Elias bought land in 1768 at Accomack Co, VA. It was in this year that Daniel Howard sold his 50 acres to Elias Vanelson, who four years later (wife Mary) left to his son William..³ He made a will on 14 September 1771 at Accomack Co, VA. To wife Mary whole estate to bring up my children, then my land to my son William Vanelson & the balance to my estate to be divided between the rest of my children. Witt: William Burton & Jesse Broadwater..² Elias died in 1772.² Elias's will was probated on 30 June 1772 at Accomack Co, VA. George Corbin was appointed guardian to William Vanelson, heir at law to the testator. Mary Vanelson qualifed to settle the estate. The children were all underage..²

     Mary was born circa 1735. She married Elias Vernelson Jr., son of Elias Vernelson Sr., circa 1760.¹ Mary was named in her husband's will on 14 September 1771 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

     William was born circa 1760 at Accomack Co, VA. William was named in his father's will on 14 September 1771 at Accomack Co, VA. He was underage at the time of his father's will and George Corbin was appointed as his guardian. He was the heir at law, meaning he was the oldest son..¹ William sold land in 1786 at Accomack Co, VA. It was in this year that William sold the land left to him by his father in 1771 to Isaac Warner, who was acquiring land in this vicinity..²

     Nelson was born circa 1730. He married Elizabeth Fosque circa 1760.¹ Nelson died before 27 September 1766.¹

     Thomas was born circa 1790. Thomas sold land in 1831 at Accomack Co, VA. It was in this year that Thomas B. and Eliza Vernelson of Nansemond sold 25 acres to Isaac Smith, saying it was half of the 50 acres inherited from William Vernelson..¹

     John was born circa 1762. John was named in his mother's will on 7 October 1815 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

     Parker was born circa 1764. Parker was named in his mother's will on 7 October 1815 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

     William was born circa 1766. William was named in his mother's will on 7 October 1815 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

     Cornelia was born on 1 February 1790 at Sussex Co, DE.

     Benjamin was born on 22 January 1792 at Sussex Co, DE.

     William was born on 23 December 1714 at Indian River, Sussex Co, DE.³ He married Sarah (-----) circa 1740.¹ William died before 20 August 1783.³

     Sarah was born circa 1722. She married William (131) Warrington II, son of William Warrington I and Comfort (54) Tilney, circa 1740.¹ Sarah (-----) died in 1795 at Sussex Co, DE.²

     William was born in 1674 at Accomack Co, VA. William was named in his father's will on 23 December 1708 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son William in the will of Stephen Warrington..¹ He married Comfort (54) Tilney, daughter of William Tilney and Elizabeth (12) Bagwell, circa 1710.^2,3 He married Mary Scarburgh (Scarburgh?) circa 1722 at Sussex Co, DE.^3,4 William made a will on 20 January 1755 at Sussex Co, DE. Heirs: wife Mary Warrington; sons William, John, Joseph, Benjamin and Thomas Warrington; daughters Anne and Vallance Warrington and Susannah Virdin; grandsons William, Lewis Davidson (sons of daughter Comfort), William Warrington (son of John), William Warrington (son of Benjamin); granddaughter Tilney Warrington; 3 children of daughter Tilney dec'd; friend Robert Hopkins. Extr wife Mary Warrington. Witt: William Day, Jacob Wroughten, Benj. Stockley.⁵ William died before 27 June 1755 at Sussex Co, DE.^3,5

     Comfort was born circa 1690 at Accomack Co, VA. She was of age in 1707..² As of circa 1710,her married name was Warrington.^3,2 She married William Warrington I, son of Stephen Warrington and Elizabeth Jenkins, circa 1710.^3,2 Comfort (54) Tilney died circa 1722 at Sussex Co, DE.⁴

     Stephen was born circa 1634 at St. Michael, Worcester, England.¹ He married Mary (-----) circa 1660.² Stephen Warrington may have moved from Charles City Co, VA or Charles City Co, MD to Accomack Co, VA between 1660 and 1664 with his first wife Mary and their first child Walter.² He married Elizabeth Jenkins, daughter of John Jenkins and (-----) (-----), circa 1670.³ On 9 Oct 1685 Steven Warrington was named in the will of John Jenkins. Steven's son John Warrington was named as a grandson of John Jenkins.⁴ He married Susanna Colonna, daughter of Owen Colonna and (-----) (-----), circa 1686.⁵ Stephen was named as an heir on 5 December 1692 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son-in-law Stephen Warrington in the will of Owen Collony..⁶ He made a will on 23 December 1708 at Accomack Co, VA. To son Walter Warrington 100 acres. To son Alexander 100 acres. To sons William & Thomas, as my Ex'rs., & to my daughters Susanna, Rachell & Elizabeth Warrington all my moveable goods in Virginia. To sons John & Stephen Warrington & daughter Mary Hutchinson. Witt: Thomas Roby, John Stanton, John Lasster..⁶ Stephen died before 1 February 1708/9 at Accomack Co, VA.⁶

     Elizabeth was born circa 1645 at Accomack Co, VA. As of circa 1670,her married name was Warrington.¹ She married Stephen Warrington, son of James Warrington and Margaret Price, circa 1670.¹ Elizabeth died before 9 October 1685 at Accomack Co, VA. She must have died before her father John Jenkins made his will of this date, as he did not name her, but named a grandson John Warrington, the son of Steven Warrington instead..²

     John was born circa 1740. He married Mary Hargis before July 1797.^1,2

     Betsy was born on 27 October 1856 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Betsy died on 26 June 1857.¹

     James was born on 11 November 1857 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ James died on 7 February 1916 at age 58.¹

     Miranda was born on 6 January 1862 at Accomack Co, VA. Miranda died in 1942.¹

     Rachel was born on 14 March 1869 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Rachel died on 18 February 1911 at age 41.¹

     Benjamin was born on 12 November 1873 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

     Charles was born on 13 March 1876 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Charles died on 25 July 1884 at age 8.¹

     Ronnie was born circa 1947. Ronnie died. Ronnie died as a child of leukemia..¹

     (d|o_Henry) was born circa 1874. She married James H. Wessells, son of Henry W. Wessells and Verneta A. Chase, circa 1894.¹ (d|o_Henry) died on 10 June 1896 at Hopeton, Acc Co, VA. She died of consumption at the age of 22. She was the daughter of Henry and Sally Griffin. Her husband Jas. Wessells gave the information..¹

     Clarissa was born circa 1886 at Accomack Co, VA. Clarissa died on 13 May 1891 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She died at the age of 5 years and was burnt in a fire. She was the child of Alfred J. & Georgie Wessells, born in Acc Co, and her father gave the information..

     Eleshea was born circa 1872 at Accomack Co, VA. Eleshea died on 2 April 1885 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She died at the age of 13 of pneumonia. She was the child of Sam'l of J. and Georgeanna Wessells, born in Acc Co. Her father gave the information..

     Elisha was born on 23 September 1846 at Accomack Co, VA.² Elisha was listed with his parents in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as James Whealton, age 10, in HH#843 headed by Erastus Whealton, age 44 and farming..³ Elisha was listed with his parents in the census of in 1870 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Elijah Wheelton, age 18 and a farm laborer, in HH#AT117 headed by Erastus Wheelton, age 55 and a farmer..⁴ He married Margaret Smith, daughter of William E. Smith and Sarah Edmonds 'Sally' Corbin, on 8 January 1874 at Temperanceville, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as James E. Whealton, a 23 year old farmer and she was age 17. They were married by Rev. Montcalm Oldham. Sarah E. Broadwater gave consent for her daughter..¹ Elisha died on 15 January 1928 at age 81.² His body was interred at Downing's Cem, Oak Hall, Acc Co, VA.²

     Margaret was born on 14 May 1856 at Accomack Co, VA.² Margaret was listed with her parents in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Margaret Smith, age 3, in HH#1139 headed by Wm. Smith, a 36 year old day laborer..³ She married Elisha James Whealton, son of Erastus W. Whealton and Mary Coard, on 8 January 1874 at Temperanceville, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as James E. Whealton, a 23 year old farmer and she was age 17. They were married by Rev. Montcalm Oldham. Sarah E. Broadwater gave consent for her daughter..¹ Margaret died on 27 December 1939 at age 83.² Her body was interred at Downing's Cem, Oak Hall, Acc Co, VA.²

     Erastus was born circa 1818 at Accomack Co, VA.² He married Mary Coard on 18 May 1842 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown only as Erastus Whealton and she as Mary Coard. No other information was given..³ Erastus was named in his brother's will on 29 August 1846 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a brother Erastus W. Whealton in the will of Elisha J. Whealton..⁴ Erastus was named in his mother's will on 10 November 1847 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Erastus Whealton in the will of Scarborough Whealton..⁵ Erastus was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Erastus Whealton the head of HH#1226, a 32 year old farmer with real estate valued at $350. Listed with him were Mary Whealton, age 31; Eliza J. Whealton, age 4; Mary A. Whealton, age 3; John Parramore, age 12 and black; and Wm. Adams, a 16 year old laborer..² Erastus died on 30 April 1872 at Accomack Co, VA. He died at the age of 58 from consumption in the First District. He was the son of Chas. & Joha Whealton, born in Accomack Co. He was a farmer, the husband of Mary, who gave the information..¹

     Mary was born circa 1819 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married Erastus W. Whealton, son of Charles Whealton and Scarburgh (-----), on 18 May 1842 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown only as Erastus Whealton and she as Mary Coard. No other information was given..² Mary was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mary Whealton, age 31 in HH#1226 headed by Erastus Whealton, a 32 year old farmer..¹

     Charles was born circa 1780 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Scarburgh (-----) circa 1805.¹ Charles died in April 1822.² Administration of Charles's estate was filed on 30 April 1822 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Scarburgh Whealton was named to settle the estate of Charles Whealton. William Blake, Jeremiah Taylor, George W. Taylor and William Watts were the securities.² Charles estate was settled on 27 June 1825 at Accomack Co, VA. 30 Apr 1822 (Order to Invy), 14 May 1822 (Invy), 17 May & 8 Nov 1822 (Sale), 11 Jan 1825 (Audit), 27 Jun 1825 (Rec'd) - Appraisers: Thomas C. Fletcher, Thomas Walter & James Thornton. Buyers: Charles Whealton Jr. & the widow Scarburgh Whealton made purchases. Scarburgh Whealton Admr. Thomas Waters was paid $1 for preaching the funeral. Grave digging was paid on 30 Aug 1814. Auditors: Thomas Walter & Thomas Fletcher..³

     Scarburgh was born circa 1781 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married Charles Whealton circa 1805.² Scarburgh was named as administrator of an estate on 30 April 1822 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Scarburgh Whealton was named to settle the estate of Charles Whealton..³ Scarburgh was named as administrator of an estate on 31 August 1830 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Scarburgh Whealton was named to settle the estate of William H. Taylor. David Watts was the security..⁴ Scarburgh was named in her son's will on 29 August 1846 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my mother Scarburgh Whealton in the will of Elisha J. Whealton..⁵ She made a will on 10 November 1847 at Accomack Co, VA. To son Erastus Whealton & my grandson Charles Whealton, son of Jeremiah, the houses, wood land & improvements. To my daughter Molly Christopher 2 shillings & ... To my 2 sons Jeremiah Whealton & Erastus Whealton ... To Henrietta Taylor ... To Serena S. Taylor ... Residue to my sons Jeremiah Whealton & Erastus Whealton & my granddaughter Serena S. Taylor. I shall not appoint an Extr. but give my heirs the privilege of settling their own business for themselves. Serena C. Taylor's part of the money to be placed in the hands of some good man until she comes to age. Witt: Edward Matthews, Littleton Hinman & Luther Massey..⁶ Scarburgh was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Scarborough Whealton the head of HH#1223, age 69 with real estate valued at $200. Listed with her was Wm. Taylor, age 13 and Sabra Crippen, age 12 and black..¹ Scarburgh died in January 1854.⁶ Scarburgh's will was probated on 27 February 1854 at Accomack Co, VA. There being no Extr. named, Erastus W. Whealton became the Admr. with Edward W. Taylor & Luther Massey his securities..⁶

     Robert was born circa 1814 at Accomack Co, VA.² Robert was named in his grandfather's will on 21 March 1815 at Accomack Co, VA. He was named as Robert, the son of Eliljah Bayly..¹ Robert was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Robert Bayly, a 36 year old laborer, in HH#618 headed by Benjamin T.W. Bird, a 23 year old farmer..²

     James was born circa 1778 at Accomack Co, VA. James was named in his father's will on 21 March 1815 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

     He was shown as Boss Bailey on the 1877 marriage license of his son Edward C. Bailey. Edward was born on 3 April 1830 at Accomack Co, VA. His tombstone shows 1829. His death certificate shows 4 Apr 1830 and the William Gardner Bible shows 3 Apr 1830..^1,2,3 Edward was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. It was probably him who was shown as Edward Bayly, a 24 year old laborer in HH#227 headed by Thomas T. Lewis, a 57 year old farmer..⁴ He married Lovey Sarah 'Leavey' Gardner, daughter of William T. Gardner and Sarah 'Sally' Edwards, on 1 January 1852 at Accomack Co, VA. Turman's Acc Co marriage records show him as Edward Bayly and she was Sally Gardiner of William Gardiner and they were married on 30 Dec 1854. According to a copy of the marriage license in the possession of Ann Bailey Barton, they were married on 7 Jan 1852. The William Gardner Bible shows they were married on 1 Jan 1852..⁵ In Feb 1855 Edw. Bayly reported the death of his father Henry Bayly, who died in the 3rd District of Acc Co, VA. Edward's daughter Eliz. S. Bayly was also born in the 3rd District in Oct of 1854 and her birth was reported by her father Edw. Bayly, shoemaker.⁶ Edward was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1860 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as the head of HH#644, age 28 and a shoemaker. Listed with him were the following Baileys: Lovy, age 28; Edward K., age 7; Betsey, age 5; and Sally, age 2. Also listed with him was Elizabeth Showard, age 28 and a server..⁷ Edward was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1870 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Edw. Bayly the head of HH#LM783, a 37 year old shoemaker. Listed with him were the following Baylys: Lovey, age 39; Edw. A., age 17; Betsy, age 15; Sally, age 13; Thomas, age 9; Katy, age 6; India, age 2. Also listed with him was Betsy Smith, age 50..⁸ Edward died on 5 April 1914 at Portsmouth, VA, at age 84. His tombstone shows 1913. His death certificate shows his father as Henry Bailey and his mother's maiden name was Henrietta Bailey, both born in Virginia. His occupation was shown as shoemaker. He was a widower and died of old age. He was to be removed for burial in Onley, VA. According to an obituary he died one day after his 84th birthday. He died at midnight last evening at the home of his daughter Mrs. Kate Parker, 2106 North Street. Mr. Bailey was a native of the Eastern Shore, but had been brought to this city two months ago in the hope that his health would be improved. His is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Parker and Mrs. Annie Winborn and two sons, Messers Thomas and Carr Bailey. He is also survived by a brother Mr. William Bailey. The body will be forwarded to Onley, VA for funeral and interment tomorrow morning..^1,2 His body was interred at Mt. Holly Cem, Onancock, Acc Co, VA.^9,2

     Lovey was born on 28 July 1830 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Lovey was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Lovey Gardiner, age 20 in HH#176 headed by Wm. Gardiner Jr., a 45 year old farmer with real estate valued at $1,000..² She married Edward 'Boss' Bayly, son of Henry Bayly and Henrietta 'Henny' Bayly, on 1 January 1852 at Accomack Co, VA. Turman's Acc Co marriage records show him as Edward Bayly and she was Sally Gardiner of William Gardiner and they were married on 30 Dec 1854. According to a copy of the marriage license in the possession of Ann Bailey Barton, they were married on 7 Jan 1852. The William Gardner Bible shows they were married on 1 Jan 1852..³ Lovey was listed with her husband in the census of in 1860 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA.⁴ Lovey was listed with her husband in the census of in 1870 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Lovey Bayly, age 39 in HH#LM783 headed by Edw. Bayly, age 37..⁵ Lovey died on 1 October 1900 at age 70.¹ Her body was interred at Mt. Holly Cem, Onancock, Acc Co, VA.⁴

     Edward was born on 28 September 1852 at Accomack Co, VA. He was born about one o'clock in the morning..³ Edward was listed with his parents in the census of in 1860 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Edward K. Bayly, age 7..² Edward was listed with his parents in the census of in 1870 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Edw. A. Bayly, age 17 in HH#LM783 headed by Edw. Bayly, age 37..⁴ He married Sarah Ann Elliott, daughter of George Elliott and Nancy Edwards, on 19 December 1877 at Norfolk Co, VA. The license was dated 17 Dec 1877. He was shown as Edwd C. Bailey, white, age 25, single, farmer, born in Acc Co, VA and living in Norfolk Co, VA, the son of Boss & L. Bailey. She was shown as Sarah White, white, age 30, widowed, born in Acc Co, VA and living in Norfolk Co, VA, the daughter of Geo. & N. Elliott. They were married at the minister house..⁵ Edward was named in his father's obituary on 6 January 1914 at Portsmouth, VA. He was shown as a son Mr. Carr Bailey in the obituary of Edward Bailey..⁶

     Her common name was Annie. Indiana was born on 5 July 1868 at Accomack Co, VA.² Indiana was listed with her parents in the census of in 1870 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as India Bayly, age 2 in HH#783 headed by Edw. Bayly, age 27..³ She married Goldberry 'Goley B.' Wimbrough, son of William T. Wimbrough and Gertrude 'Gatty' Morris, on 29 March 1885 at Accomack Co, VA. He was a 21 year old farmer, born in Worcester Co, MD and living in Acc Co, VA, the son of Wm. T. & Gertrude Wimbrough and she was shown as Indiana Bayly, age 17, born and living in Acc Co, the daughter of Edward & Lovey Bayly. They were married by W. C. Vaden..¹ Indiana was named in her father's obituary on 6 January 1914 at Portsmouth, VA. She was named as a daughter, Mrs. Annie Winborn in the obituary of Edward Bailey. (Note: She was actually Indiana "Annie" Wimbrough, not Winborn.).⁴ Indiana died circa 1950 at Portsmouth, VA. Mrs. Indiana B. Wimbrough who died at 11:25 p.m. Monday in a local hospital was buried yesterday in Oak Grove Cemetery. The Rev. Earl H. Eppling, pastor of Park View Christian (Disciples) Church, conducted funeral services at 4:30 p.m. at the church. He was assisted by the Rev. V.L. King. Pallbearers were Clifton Finley, Earl Hewlett, Roy Mastracco, Claude Mastracco, Harry Kelley and Raymond Wimbrough, all grandchildren of the deceased..⁵ Her body was interred at Oak Grove Cem, Portsmouth, VA.⁵

     Sarah was born circa 1837 at Accomack Co, VA. The 1900 census puts her birth at 1837..² She married (-----) White circa 1860. She was shown as Sarah White, widow, on ther 1877 marriage license to Edward C. Bailey..³ She married Edward Carr Bayly, son of Edward 'Boss' Bayly and Lovey Sarah 'Leavey' Gardner, on 19 December 1877 at Norfolk Co, VA. The license was dated 17 Dec 1877. He was shown as Edwd C. Bailey, white, age 25, single, farmer, born in Acc Co, VA and living in Norfolk Co, VA, the son of Boss & L. Bailey. She was shown as Sarah White, white, age 30, widowed, born in Acc Co, VA and living in Norfolk Co, VA, the daughter of Geo. & N. Elliott. They were married at the minister house..³

     George was born on 20 March 1876 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Maude Dill circa 1900 at Portsmouth, VA.¹ George died on 13 May 1951 at Norfolk, VA, at age 75. According to his death certificate, he was the son of Edward Bailey and Mrs. Sarah Bailey. His wife Maude Bailey gave the information. He was living at 114 MaArthur Street, Portsmouth, VA and died in the Kings Daughters Hospital, Norfolk, VA. He was retired from the Naval Shipyard. He was born in Accomac County, VA.¹ His body was interred at Olive Branch Cem, Portsmouth, VA.¹

     Maude was born circa 1880. She married George William Bayly, son of Edward Carr Bayly and Sarah Ann Elliott, circa 1900 at Portsmouth, VA.¹

     Ernest was born circa 1905. He married Louise Bush circa 1925 at Elizabeth City, Pasquotank Co, NC.¹

     Louise was born circa 1905. She married Ernest Grant Bayly, son of George William Bayly and Maude Dill, circa 1925 at Elizabeth City, Pasquotank Co, NC.¹

     Ann was born circa 1925. She married Raymond L. Barton circa 1942.¹

     Gale and Ann are twins. Gale was born circa 1925. She married Calvin Harvell circa 1945.¹

     In 1741 Robert Bayly bought 100 acres (part of tract A147) from Jedidiah Ewell and Charles Stockley and in 1787 Robert and Mary Bayly sold as 73 acres to George Corbin. (Note: It would have been Robert's son Robert, who married Mary Massey, that would have heired and sold the land in 1787.). Robert was born circa 1725 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Mary Massey, daughter of John Massey Jr. and Ann Roan, circa 1750. She was named as the wife of Robert Bayly when she sold land in 1770..² Robert sold land in 1787 at Accomack Co, VA. In 1787 Robert and Mary Bayly sold as 73 acres to George Corbin, who later left to his daughter Agnes D. Ker. This was the same land as the 100 acres that his father Robert Baley had bought in 1741 from Jedidiah Ewell and Charles Stockley. (Note: It would have been Robert's son Robert, who married Mary Massey, that would have heired and sold the land in 1787.).¹ Robert was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1800 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Robert Bayly Sen., Poko (meaning Pocomoke Neck). He was over age 45, with one male age 0-10, one male age 10-16, one female age 26-45 and one female age 16-26. He had no slaves..³

     Mary was born circa 1725 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Robert Bayly Sr., son of Robert Bayly, circa 1750. She was named as the wife of Robert Bayly when she sold land in 1770..¹ Mary sold land in 1770 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that John and Leah Brittingham, and Thomas and Sarah Cade, united inted in a deed to James Broadwater for their interest in 114 acres which the wives, with Mary the wife of Robert Bayly, had inherited from a John Massey. Also in 1770, Robert and Mary Bayly sold thier interest in the same land to Mary Wilkinson..¹

     William was born circa 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Nancy (-----) circa 1805.¹

     Nancy was born circa 1785 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married William Lewis circa 1805.² Nancy was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Nancy Lewis the head of HH#1044, age 65 with real estate valued at $400. She was living alone between Edward Smith, age 28 and Nancy Marshall, age 50. Her daughter Elizabeth Bayly, age 38, was head of HH#1048, only 4 doors away..¹

     John was born circa 1846 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ John was listed with his mother in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as John W. E. Bayly, age 4, in HH#1048 headed by Elizabeth Bayly, age 38..¹

     Richard was born circa 1814 at Accomack Co, VA.² He married Elizabeth Wright, daughter of John Wright and Elizabeth 'Betsey' Dunton, on 31 March 1840 at Accomack Co, VA. Richard Sparrow was the security on the M.L.B. of Richard Bayly and Elizabeth Wright of John..³ He married Hetty Northam, daughter of William Northam Senr. and Nancy (-----), circa 1845.⁴ Richard was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Richard Bayly of R., the head of HH#604, a 36 year old farmer with real estate valued at $1,000. Listed with him were Hetty Bayly, age 40; Atty Delastaeious, age 7; and Critty Coke, age 40. Four doors from him was a Thomas Bayly of R., the head of HH#608, age 41 and a carpenter..² Richard was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Richard Bayly the head of HH#276, age 46 and farming. Listed with him were Hettie Bayly, age 60; Critty Coke, age 46 and Mary A. Harman, age 15..⁵ He married Sally Ann Northam, daughter of Gillett Northam Junr. and Elizabeth 'Betsy' Cocke, on 12 May 1868 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Richard Bayly, a 53 year old widowed merchant, born and living in Acc Co, the son of Robert and Polly. She was shown as Sally Johnson, age 25, born and living in Acc Co, the daughter of Gillet & Elizabeth Northam. They were married by Montcalm Oldham..¹

     Robert was born circa 1775 at Accomack Co, VA.

     Thomas was born on 20 December 1808 at Accomack Co, VA.² He married Mary Porter in November 1832 at Worcester Co, MD.^3,4 He married Elizabeth K. (-----) circa 1848.¹ Thomas was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Thomas Bayly of R., the head of HH#608. He was a 41 year old carpenter with real estate valued at $400. Listed with him were Elizabeth K. Bayly, age 26; William J. Bayly, age 16 and a laborer; Eliza K. Bayly, age 2 and Margaret A. Bayly, age 7/12. He was four doors from his assumed brother, Richard Bayly of R., the head of HH#604..¹ Thomas was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Thos. Bayley of B. the head of HH#707, age 57. Listed with him were the following Bayleys: Elizabeth K., age 36; Eliza K., age 13; Margaret A., age 11; Caroline F., age 9; Emily E., age 7; Sewell H., age 2..⁵ Thomas was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1870 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Thomas Bailey the head of HH#MT450, a 63 year old carpenter, with real estate valued at $700 and personal property valued at $300. Listed with him were the following Baileys: Elizabeth, age 46; Margaret, age 20; Caroline, age 17; Frank, age 13; Ella, age 9; Lee, age 6..⁶ Thomas died on 25 April 1883 at age 74.² His body was interred at Corbin Cem, Groton Town, Acc Co, VA.²

     Mary was born circa 1810.¹ She married Thomas Bayly, son of Robert Bayly, in November 1832 at Worcester Co, MD.^2,3

     William was born circa 1834 at Accomack Co, VA.^2,3 William was listed with his father in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William J. Bayly, a 16 year old laborer in HH#608 headed by Thomas Bayly of R., a 41 year old carpenter..² He married Margaret Arinthia Copes, daughter of Solomon Copes and Henrietta D. (-----), on 27 April 1858 at Temperanceville, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Wm. James Bayly, a 24 year old shoemaker, born and living in Acc Co, the son of Thos. and Mary Bayly. She was shown as Marg't Arinthia Copes, age 21 and born and living in Acc Co, the daughter of Solomon and Henrietta. They were married by J.F. Chaplain and Wm. S. Byrd said both were over age 21..¹ William was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Wm. J. Bayley the head of HH#1209, a 26 year old Master Shoemaker. Listed with him were Mart. Bayley, age 23; Mary Bayley, age 1; Chas. R. Jackson, a 25 year old teacher; and Thos. Douglas, a 21 year old black hired servant..³ William was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1870 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William Baley the head of HH#AT430, a 36 year old shoe & bootmaker with real estate valued at $1,300 and personal property valued at $100. Listed with him were the following Baleys: Margaret, age 34; Mary, age 11 & at school; Elizabeth, age 6; Allice, age 8 months & born in Sep and Anna, age 10 & at school..⁴ William died in July 1904. He was shown as Wm. J. Bayly, aged 71, according to the PE of 9 Jul 1904..⁵

     Margaret was born circa 1837 at Accomack Co, VA.^1,3,2 Margaret was listed with her father in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Margaret Copes, age 13 in HH#1105 headed by Solomon Copes, a 44 year old farmer with real estate valued at $1,000..² She married William James Bayly, son of Thomas Bayly and Mary Porter, on 27 April 1858 at Temperanceville, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Wm. James Bayly, a 24 year old shoemaker, born and living in Acc Co, the son of Thos. and Mary Bayly. She was shown as Marg't Arinthia Copes, age 21 and born and living in Acc Co, the daughter of Solomon and Henrietta. They were married by J.F. Chaplain and Wm. S. Byrd said both were over age 21..¹ Margaret was listed with her husband in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA.³ Margaret was listed with her husband in the census of in 1870 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Margaret Baley, age 34 and keeping house in HH#AT430 headed by William Baley, age 36..⁴

     Solomon was born circa 1806 at Accomack Co, VA.² Solomon was named in his mother's will on 6 February 1811 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Solomon Copes in the will of Sarah Copes..¹ He married Henrietta D. (-----) on 10 December 1828 at Accomack Co, VA. David Broadwater & Samuel Henderson were the securities on the M.L.B. of Solomon Copes and Henrietta Scott, widow of Thomas..³ He married Sarah 'Sally' Porter, daughter of James Porter, on 11 February 1839 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Solomon Copes, widower, and she was shown as Sally Porter of James..³ Solomon was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Solomon Copes the head of HH#1105, a 44 year old farmer with real estate valued at $1,000. Listed with him were the following Copes: Sarah, age 45; Louisa, age 14; Margaret, age 13; and Wm. H., age 10..² Solomon was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Soloman Copes the head of HH#119, a 56 year old farmer with real estate vauled at $2,000 and personal property valued at $3,000. Listed with him were the folowing Copeses: Sally, age 48; and William H., age 19 and farming..⁴ Solomon was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1870 at Atlantic Dist, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Solomon Copes the head of HH#AT443, age 70 and retired from labor with real estate valued at $1,200. Listed with him were the following Copeses: Sally, a 55 year old house keeper, William, a 30 year old farmer with real estate valued at $600 and personal property valued at $200; Sally, age 26 and keeping house; Laura, age 8; Emma, age 3; and Clarence, age 8 months, born in January. Also listed were the following blacks: John Copes, a 15 year old farm laborer; Frank Copes, a 15 year old farm laborer; Samuel Watson, a 13 year old farm laborer; Frances Copes, a 10 year old waitress in house; Betty Watson, a 22 year old cook; and John Watson, age 1..⁴

     Henrietta was born circa 1800 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Thomas Scott circa 1820. She married Solomon Copes, son of Solomon Copes and Sarah 'Sally' Taylor, on 10 December 1828 at Accomack Co, VA. David Broadwater & Samuel Henderson were the securities on the M.L.B. of Solomon Copes and Henrietta Scott, widow of Thomas..¹

     James was born on 26 July 1787 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Elizabeth P. Rogers, daughter of Levy Rogers and Euphamy Parker, on 29 June 1819 at Accomack Co, VA.² James S(mith) Boggs was named in a land cause on 1 October 1822 at Slutkill Neck, Accomack Co, VA. That a certain John Boggs late of this county departed this life intestate on the ____ day of July 1822, seized in fee simple of a tract of land situate in Slutkiln Neck containing 140 acres, slaves &c., and also left the following children and grandchildren to whom the said land descended subject to the dower of Peggy Boggs, the widow of the said John Boggs, viz: your orators Elijah & James Boggs & your oratrixes Rachel, now the wife of William Rodgers & Catharine Moore, who are the only surviving children of the said John Boggs, and your oratrix Elizabeth Custis, wife of William Custis, who is the only child of William Boggs, dec., who was a son of the said John Boggs, and your oratrixes Nancy Northam, wife of Custis Northam, Peggy Parker, wife of John Parker & William, Mary, Jane, Elizabeth, Lucy & Henry Boggs, all of whom are children of Arthur Boggs, dec., who was a son of the said John Boggs &c.³ James was named in his mother's will on 25 January 1823 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as James Boggs in the will of Peggy Boggs, son Elijah Boggs Extr.⁴ He was shown to be related to a Rev War vetran on 28 March 1831 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Catherine Moore, Elizabeth Custis wife of William H. Custis, Rachel Rodgers wife of William W. Rodgers, Elijah Boggs and James Boggs, William C. Boggs, Nancy Northam wife of Custis Northam, Peggy Parker wife of John Parker, Peggy Mason wife of William Mason, Jane and Lucy Boggs and Henry Boggs are shown as the only heirs at law of Abel Boggs dec'd formerly in service in the Virginia Line on Continental Establishment in the Rev. War.⁵ James was named in his half-brother's will on 27 June 1839 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as my half-brother James Boggs in the will of Kendall Ames.⁶ 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 L. Boggs the head of HH#81, a 62 year old farmer with real estate valued at $3,000. Listed with him were the following Boggs: Elizabeth, age 49 (probably 59), Levi R., a 25 year old carpenter; Elizabeth, age 21; Georgiannah, age 18; and James, a 16 year old student..^7,8 James died on 27 March 1855 at age 67.¹ His body was interred at Rodgers-Boggs Cem, Cashville, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as James Boggs, the husband of Elizabeth P. Boggs and the son of John S. & Margaret Boggs..¹ Administration of James estate was filed on 30 April 1855 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of James Boggs was granted to Levi Boggs with Louis C. Finney & Robert J. Poulson securities.⁹

     Elizabeth was born on 6 October 1791 at Accomack Co, VA.³ Elizabeth was named in her father's will on 12 March 1818 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Elizabeth P. Rodgers in the will of Levi Rodgers, wife Euphamy.⁴ As of 29 June 1819,her married name was Boggs.¹ She married James S(mith) Boggs, son of John Boggs and Margaret 'Peggy' Smith, on 29 June 1819 at Accomack Co, VA. Thomas W. Finney was the security on the M.L.B. of James Boggs and Elizabeth Rogers of Levi..¹ Elizabeth P. Rogers inherited land in 1819 at north of Harborton, Slutkill Neck, Accomack Co, VA. It was in this year that Levi Rodgers (wife Euphamey) left the 160 acres he bought from Bennett and George Scarburgh in 1790 to his daughter Elizabeth P. Rodgers, who later married James Boggs, whom she survived, and in 1859 she left the land to sons Levi R. & James A.M. Boggs.⁵ Elizabeth was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Elizabeth Boggs, age 49 (probably 59) in HH#81 headed by James L. Boggs, a 62 year old farmer with real estate valued $3,000..³ Elizabeth made a will on 2 April 1856 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Elizabeth P. Boggs. To my sons Levi R. Boggs & James A. M. Boggs my land containing 160 acres being the land devised to me by my father Levi Rodgers on the condition they pay to my 3 daughters Sally S. Joynes, wife of Elias D. Joynes, Elizabeth M. Bayly, wife of Thomas Bayly & Georgiana C. Smith, wife of James Smith, $560 each. To my son James A. M. Boggs … Residue to all my children Levi R. & James A. M. Boggs, Sally S. Joynes, Elizabeth M. Bayly & Georgiana C. Smith. My sons Levi R. & James A. M. Boggs Extrs. Witt: Louis C. H. Finney & John R. Boggs. Probate 30 May 1859 - James A. M. Boggs & Louis C. H. Finney securities.⁶ Elizabeth died on 26 April 1859 at age 67.² She left land in 1859 at north of Harborton, Slutkill Neck, Accomack Co, VA. It was in this year that Elizabeth P. Rodgers Boggs, who survived her husband James Boggs, left the land she inherited from her father to sons Levi R. & James A.M. Boggs.⁵ Her body was interred at Rodgers-Boggs Cem, Cashville, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Elizabeth P. Boggs, the wife of James Boggs and the daughter of Levi & Euphamey Rodgers..^7,2

     John was born on 30 January 1789 at Accomack Co, VA.² He married Sally Polk Sturgis, daughter of Thomas P. Sturgis and Sally Polk, on 28 December 1815 at Accomack Co, VA.² John was named in his father's will on 1 June 1827 at Accomack Co, VA.³ John was named in his mother's will on 2 December 1838 at Accomack Co, VA. He was named as son John J. Bayly..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. J. Bayly the head of HH#157, age 61 and a farmer with real estate valued at $25,000. Listed with him were the following Baylys: Sally, age 51; Chas. H., age 32 and farming; Sarah A., age 22; Thos. S. age 17 and a student; Jonah L., age 16; Jas. H., age 13; Elizabeth, age 25; and Virginia, age 1. Living next door as the head of HH#158 was Peggy Bayly, age 70 with real estate valued at $500 and listed with her were Sam'l Malvin age 19, born in MD and Betsy Lurton, age 22..⁵ He made a will on 8 January 1858 at Accomack Co, VA. To my son James H. Bayly the lower part of my land from a line between the lot where Thomas Russell lives & the place where William H. White now resides & then straight across the neck to a persimmon tree on Onancock Creek & also a privilege of timber & land in the swamp equal with my other 3 sons & also Negroes Lucinda, Edmund & Phillip & $300 & my new canoe … To my son Josiah L. Bayly that part of my land included between Onancock & Spoon Creeks next to James H. Bayly's land bounded on the lower side by James H. Bayly's line, on the upper side by line commencing from a line pine against William Finney's house & thence across the neck to a bunch of walnut trees on Onancock Creek & also my Negroes Kizire, Daniel & Arthur Jr. & also equal privilege of timber & land in the swamp … To my son Thomas S. Bayly that part of my land next to Josiah L. Bayly's, including the house where I live, starting from Onancock Creek & up the mouth of Salisbury Gut, thence up the gut & branch to a Spanish oak thence to a line pine on the neck road, thence … to a large black gum on Spoon Creek, down the creek to a line pine opposite William Finney's house & thence down Josiah L. Bayly's line to Onancock Creek & also Negroes Peter Sr., Leah & Arthur Sr. & also an equal privilege of timber & land in the swamp & ... To my grandson John J. Bayly Jr., son of Charles H. Bayly dec'd that part of my land where John Guy now lives bounded on the north by Thomas S. Bayly's line & a large black gum on Spoon Creek, thence up the creek & gut to Dawson's bridge to a sycamore tree on the Sluthkill Neck road, thence up the said road, thence to a cedar post on Onancock Creek, thence down the creek to Salisbury Gut & thence up the gut to a line pine on the neck road & also Negroes Martha & boy William of Adah & if he dies without lawful heirs, then to his sister Sarah C. Bayly, daughter of Charles H. Bayly dec'd & if they both die without heirs, then to my 4 sons. To my son William P. Bayly the upper part of my lands bounded by John J. Bayly Jr. on Sluthkill Neck road up said road to the public lane, down the lane to the public landing, thence down Leatherbury's Creek to Onancock Creek, thence down the creek & thence down John J. Bayly Jr.'s line to a cedar line post on the Sluthkill Neck road & also a parcel of land in the swamp adjoining Capt. William Rodgers & others on the one side … at the head of the Public Lane & thence to the land of George F. Snead's heirs & also an equal privilege in the timber & land in the swamp & Negroes Peter Jr., Mark & Adah & … To my granddaughter Virginia S. Bayly, daughter of John T. Bayly dec'd, that part of my land lying over the public road, bounded on the southwest by William Finney's land, on the southeast by the public lane & down the Sluthkill Neck road to Dawson's bridge, including the school house & branch & also a privilege in my swamp for firewood & log timber & if she dies without an heir the last named legacy to my 3 daughters. To my granddaughter Sarah C. Bayly, daughter of Charles H. Bayly dec'd, 12 acres of swamp land adjoining the land of Charles H. Bayly's heirs, Ebern Bird's heirs & others, purchased of William Melvin & Margaret Bayly dec'd & also 1/8 of my personal property remaining ... & if she dies without an heir, then to John J. Bayly Jr., son of Charles H. Bayly dec'd & Virginia S. Bayly, daughter of John T. Bayly dec'd. To my daughter Sarah A. White my boy Alfred of Comfort. To my 3 daughters Elizabeth A. White, Margaret S. Kellam & Sarah A. White all of my personal property not before devised. Thomas S. Bayly, William P. Bayly, Josiah L. Bayly & James H. Bayly Extrs. Witt: Tully A. T. Joynes, William S. Rodgers & Perry A. Leatherbury. Codicil: 18 Mar 1858 - I hereby revoke the part of my will in which I gave the school house to my granddaughter & hereby give the school house, desks & benches, but not the land upon which it is situated, to my sons William P. Bayly & Thomas S. Bayly & Tully A. T. Joynes in trust to be used by the neighborhood. Witt: Tully A. T. Joynes & William S. Rodgers..⁶ John died on 13 April 1858 at Accomack Co, VA, at age 69. This is the date shown in the family Bible and he died at 6 o'clock P.M. The county death records shows he died on 6 Apr 1858 at the age of 70 years of cancer. He was the son of Thos. S. & Ann, born in Acc Co and a farmer, the husband of Sally P. His son Wm. P. Bayly gave the information..^1,2 John's will was probated on 26 April 1858 at Accomack Co, VA. Elijah S. Kellam, William H. White, Thomas S. Bayly & James B. White were the securities on the $50,000 bond..⁶

     Sally was born on 20 October 1799 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ In her family Bible, the Sally Bayly Bible, her last name is spelled "Sturgice" in one place, but shows her as the daughter of Thomas P. "Sturgis" in another. She married John J. Bayly, son of Thomas Simpson (195) Bayly (I) and Ann Justice, on 28 December 1815 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Sally was named in her father's will on 9 January 1835 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Sally Bayly in the will of Thomas Sturgis, wife Hester.² Sally was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sally Bayly, age 51 in HH#157 headed by Jno. J. Bayly, age 61 with real estate valued at $25,000..³ Sally was listed with her son in the census of in 1860 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sally P. Bayly, age 61, in HH#692 headed by Thos. S. Bayly, a 29 year old farmer..⁴ Sally died on 22 November 1864 at Accomack Co, VA, at age 65. She died at 5 o'clock P.M..¹

     William was born circa 1805 at Accomack Co, VA. The 1850 census puts his birth at 1805, the 1860 census puts it at 1805 and the 1870 census puts his birth at 1810..^2,3,4 He married Sarah 'Sally' Edwards, daughter of Jacob Edwards and Elizabeth Belote, circa 1830.⁵ 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. Gardiner Jr. the head of HH#176, a 45 year old farmer with real estate valued at $1,000. Listed with him were the following Gardiners: Sally, age 43; Lovey, age 20; Betsy, age 17; Benjamin, age 15; Susan, age 12; Wm., age 10; and John, age 7. Also listed was Susan Badger, age 40..⁴ William was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1860 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William Gardner, the head of HH#628, a 55 year old farmer. Listed with him was Sally Gardner, age 49; Benjamin Gardner, age 26; William Gardner, age 20; John Gardner, age 15; and William Bailey, age 14..² William was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1870 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William Gardiner the head of HH#LM857 age 60 and farming with personal property valued at $250. Listed with him were the following Gardiners: Sally, age 60; Wm., age 30 and a farm laborer; Peggy, age 20; John, age 25 and a sailor. Also listed with him was Betsy Bayly, age 16 and a domestic servant..³ William reported a death in March 1873 at Lee District, Acc Co, VA. It was on this date Wm. T. Gardiner reported the death of his brother Jas. Gardiner, who died of pneumonia at the age of 56 years..⁶ William died on 13 August 1884 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Wm. T. Gardner, who died of pneumonia at the age of 85 years. He was born in Acc Co, was a farmer, the husband of Sallie Gardner. His son John Gardner gave the information..⁶

     Asher was born circa 1870 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Emma Tindall, daughter of Samuel James Tindall and Margaret L. Corbin, on 13 September 1891 at Mappsville, Acc Co, VA. He was a 21 year old farmer, the son of Richard and Sally A. and she was age 21, the daughter of Samuel. They were married by J.L. King..¹

     Emma was born circa 1870 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married Asher J. Bayly, son of Richard Bayly and Sally Ann Northam, on 13 September 1891 at Mappsville, Acc Co, VA. He was a 21 year old farmer, the son of Richard and Sally A. and she was age 21, the daughter of Samuel. They were married by J.L. King..¹

     James was born on 26 December 1837 at Accomack Co, VA. Contrary to the Family Bible, the tombstone book shows 28 Dec 1838..^4,3 James was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Jas. H. Bayly, age 13 in HH#157 headed by Jno. J. Bayly, age 61 with real estate valued at $25,000..⁵ James was named in his father's will on 8 January 1858 at Accomack Co, VA.^6,2 He married Mary Elizabeth Chandler, daughter of John William Chandler and Elizabeth G. Fosque, on 11 January 1860 at Accomack Co, VA. He was a 23 year old farmer, the son of John & Sally Bayly and she was age 21, the daughter of John W. and Eliz'th Chandler. They were married by J.H. Addison and Wm. P. Bayly said he was over age 21..^1,7 James was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1860 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as James Bayley the head of HH#694, age 22 and a farmer. Listed with him were Mary E. Bayley, age 18 and Oceanna Bayley, age 2..^8,9 James was living on 26 July 1894 at Accomack Co, VA. His son Isaiah died on this date and he provided the information on the death record..¹⁰ James died on 20 January 1916 at age 78.^4,11 His body was interred at Bayley Cem, Prospect Neck, Acc Co, VA.⁴

     Mary was born on 26 July 1841 at Accomack Co, VA.³ Mary was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mary Chandler, age 8 in HH#143 headed by Jno. W. Chandler, a 32 year old farmer with real estate valued at $3,000..² She married James H. Bayly, son of John J. Bayly and Sally Polk Sturgis, on 11 January 1860 at Accomack Co, VA. He was a 23 year old farmer, the son of John & Sally Bayly and she was age 21, the daughter of John W. and Eliz'th Chandler. They were married by J.H. Addison and Wm. P. Bayly said he was over age 21..^1,3 Mary was listed with her husband in the census of in 1860 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mary E. Bayley, age 18 in HH#694 headed by James Bayley, age 22..⁴

     John was born on 26 May 1817 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ John was named in his father's will on 14 July 1828 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son John W. Chandler in the will of William D. Chandler..² He married Elizabeth G. Fosque, daughter of Nathaniel Fosque and Sarah Glenn, on 16 March 1839 at Accomack Co, VA. Edward Glen and Jacob Jester were the securities on the M.L.B. of John M. Chandler and Elizabeth Fosque. Bible records show they were married on 21 Mar 1839..^1,3 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. W. Chandler the head of HH#143, a 32 year old farmer with real estate valued at $3,000. Listed with him were the following Chandlers: Elizabeth, age 32; Mary, age 8; Julia Ann, age 6; Ann, age 5; Kitturah, age 4; William, age 2; Nath'l, age 3/12; Margaret, age 55; Sarah, age 38; and Cathaine, age 21..⁴ John reported a death on 23 April 1856 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as John W. Chandler, the son of Marg. Chandler who died at the age 65, the wife of Wm. D. Chandler, when he reported her death..⁵ John died on 24 November 1868 at age 51.¹

     Elizabeth was born on 31 January 1818 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married John William Chandler, son of William D. Chandler and Margaret 'Peggy' Wise, on 16 March 1839 at Accomack Co, VA. Edward Glen and Jacob Jester were the securities on the M.L.B. of John M. Chandler and Elizabeth Fosque. Bible records show they were married on 21 Mar 1839..^1,2 Elizabeth was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Elizabeth Chandler, age 32 in HH#143 headed by Jno. W. Chandler, a 32 year old farmer with real estate valued at $3,000..³ Elizabeth died on 18 July 1870 at age 52.¹

     John was born on 2 September 1865 at Accomack Co, VA. His Acc Co birth reocords shows him as J.J. Bayly, born 4 Sep 1865 in Acc Co. the son of Jas. H. (farmer) and Mary E. His father gave the information. Bible records show 2 Sep 1865..^4,2,3 He married Ellen T. Lilliston, daughter of Alexander Washington Lilliston, on 25 July 1894 at Onancock, Acc Co, VA. He was age 28 and clerking and she was age 21. They were married by E.F. Garner..¹

     Ellen was born circa 1873 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married John Justis Bayly, son of James H. Bayly and Mary Elizabeth Chandler, on 25 July 1894 at Onancock, Acc Co, VA. He was age 28 and clerking and she was age 21. They were married by E.F. Garner..¹

     Alexander was born circa 1847 at Accomack Co, VA.² Alexander was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Washington A. Lilliston, age 3 in HH#1246 headed by Edmund Lilliston, a 42 year old carpenter with real estate valued at $500..² He married Elizabeth S. 'Bettie' Fox, daughter of Capt. Golden Thomas Fox and Elizabeth Sarah Kelly, on 20 December 1871 at Locustville P.O., St.George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Alexander W. Lilliston, a 27 year old farmer the son of Edmund & Rosy Lilliston and she was shown as Bettie S. Fox, age 22, the daughter of Golden F. & Elizabeth Fox. They were married near Locustville by L.K. LeCato..¹

     Josiah was born on 11 October 1862 at Accomack Co, VA.^2,3,4 He married Fannie L. Harris, daughter of John W. Harris and Mary J. Savage, on 22 June 1893 at Accomack Co, VA. He was a 29 year old farmer and she was also age 29. They were married by J.R. Sturgis..¹ Josiah died on 26 July 1894 at Accomack Co, VA, at age 31. His Acc Co death record shows him as Isaiah Bayly the son of Jas. H. & Mary E. Bayly. He died on 26 Jul 1894 at the age of 32 of unknown causes in District No. 2. He was born in Acc Co and was a mechanic, the husband of Fannie. His father gave the information. His tombstone shows 1 Aug 1894..^5,3 His body was interred at Bayley Cem, Prospect Neck, Acc Co, VA.³

     Fannie was born circa 1864 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married Josiah Laban Bayly, son of James H. Bayly and Mary Elizabeth Chandler, on 22 June 1893 at Accomack Co, VA. He was a 29 year old farmer and she was also age 29. They were married by J.R. Sturgis..¹

     John was born in 1836 at Accomack Co, VA.² John was listed with his father in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Jno. Harris, age 13 in HH#670 headed by Geo. B. Harris, a 45 year old shoemaker with real estate valued at $2,000..³ He married Mary J. Savage, daughter of Littleton Savage and Catherine 'Caty' Jones, on 3 December 1862 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Jno. W. Harris, a 26 year old mechanic, the son of Geo. & Rachel Harris and she was shown as Mary J. Savage, age 18, the daughter of Littl. Savage. They were married by J.W.A. Elliott..¹ John died in 1914.² His body was interred at Belle Haven Cem, Acc Co, VA.²

     Thomas was born circa 1817 at Accomack Co, VA. His Acc Co death record would put his birth at 1818, but the 1850 census put his birth at 1817..^2,3 Thomas was named in his father's will on 31 March 1819 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Thomas was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1840 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Thomas W. Bayly, a head of household, age 20-30. Listed with him were 1 female, age 30-40 and 1 female, age 60-70..⁴ He married Sarah Elizabeth Ashby Robins, daughter of Arthur Robins (V) and Julia Ashby, circa 1842.³ Thomas was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Thos W. Bayly the head of HH#513. He was a 33 year old farmer. Listed with him were Sarah Bayly, age 26; Wm. Bayly, age 7; McKendra Bayly, age 3; Phoxarrow Bayly, age 7/12 and Henry Kase, age 11..³ On 10 Nov 1857 on the birth record of an unnamed son, Thos. W. Bayly was shown as working in the County Office and living in Acc Co.⁵ Thomas was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1860 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Thos. W. Bayley the head of HH#1103, age 43. Listed with him were: Sarah Bayley, age 35; Wm. Bayley, age 16; McKendra Bayley, age 13; Thos. Bayley, age 10; Arthur Bayley, age 7; LaFayette Bayley, age 5; Augustus Bayley, age 1; Franklin Kellam, a 23 year old carriage maker; Edwd Corat, a 22 year old carriage maker; Sidney Kellam, a 30 year old carriage maker; Wm. Mears, an 18 year old carriage maker; and Geo. Case a 20 year old black man..⁶ Thomas was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1870 at Locust Mount PO, St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Thos. W. Bayly the head of HH#LM547, a 52 year old farmer with personal property valued at $250. Listed with him were the following Baylys: Sarah E., age 45 and keeping house; Arthur R., a 17 year old farm laborer; Thos. P.M., a 20 year old farm laborer; Lafayette, a 13 year old farm laborer; Augustus, an 11 year old farm laborer; Beaureguard, age 7; Henry, age 5; and Alice, age 6/12, born in January. Also listed was Juliet Robins, age 72; Bettie Hitchins, a 17 year old domestic servant; and Nannie Bayly, an 84 year old mulotto domestic servant..⁷ Thomas died on 30 December 1877 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He died of heart disease at the age of 59. He was born in Acc Co, but his parents were not listed. He was the husband of Sarah Bayly and his son, Wm. S. Bayly gave the information..²

     Sarah was born on 31 January 1825 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married Thomas W. Bayly, son of Thomas Bayly Jr. and Alice Scarburgh, circa 1842.² Sarah was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sarah Bayly, age 26 in HH#513 headed by Thos. W. Bayly..² Sarah was listed with her husband in the census of in 1860 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sarah Bayley, age 35 in HH#1103 headed by Thos. W. Bayley..³ Sarah was listed with her husband in the census of in 1870 at Locust Mount PO, St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sarah E. Bayly, a 45 year old house keeper in HH#LM547 headed by Thos. W. Bayly, a 52 year old farmer..⁴ Sarah was living on 30 December 1877 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. Her husband, Thos. W. Bayly, was shown as the husband of Sarah on his death record..⁵ Sarah was listed with her son in the census of in 1880 at Franktown District, N'hamp Co, VA. She was shown as Sarah E. Baly, a 55 year old mother in a household headed by Arthur R. Baly, age 25..⁶

     William was born circa 1843 at Accomack Co, VA.^1,2 William was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Wm. Bayly, age 7 in HH#513 headed by Thos. W. Bayly..² William was listed with his parents in the census of in 1860 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Wm. Bayley, age 16 in HH#1103 headed by Thos. W. Bayley..³ He married Esther F. Kellam, daughter of Augustus J.F. Kellam and Mary E. Goffigon, on 22 November 1871 at Pungoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was a 28 year old farmer, the son of Thomas W. and Sarah E. Bayly and she was also age 28, the daughter of Augustus F. & Mary E. Kellam. They were married by J.E. Humphreys..¹