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     Mary was born circa 1849 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Mary was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mary A. Sharply, age 1 in HH#93 headed by Teackle Sharply, a 32 year old farmer..¹

     Delilah was born circa 1834 at Accomack Co, VA.² She married Charles S. Jester on 23 March 1849 at Accomack Co, VA. John Thornton was the security on the M.L.B. of Charles Jester and Delilah Sharpley of Wm..¹ Delilah was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Delilah J. Jester, age 16 in HH#94 headed by Charles J. Jester, a 28 year old sailor born in DE..²

     Charles was born circa 1822 at Delaware.¹ He married Delilah J. Sharpley, daughter of William Sharpley and Elizabeth (-----), on 23 March 1849 at Accomack Co, VA. John Thornton was the security on the M.L.B. of Charles Jester and Delilah Sharpley of Wm..² Charles was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Charles S. Jester the head of HH#94, a 28 year old sailor, born in DE. Listed with him were Delilah J. Jester, age 16 and born in VA; and William J. Jester, age 6/12 and born in VA..¹

     William was born circa 1849 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ William was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William J. Jester, age 6/12 in HH#94 headed by Charles J. Jester, a 28 year old sailor born in DE..¹

     Daniel was born circa 1829 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Daniel was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Daniel Cherricks, a 21 year old sailor in HH#95 headed by Daniel Cherricks, a 48 year old sailor..¹

     Michael was born circa 1839 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Michael was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Michael Cherricks, age 11 in HH#95 headed by Daniel Cherricks, a 48 year old sailor..¹

     Joshua was born circa 1841 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Joshua was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Joshua Cherricks, age 9 in HH#95 headed by Daniel Cherricks, a 48 year old sailor..¹

     Mary was born on 10 March 1843 at Accomack Co, VA.² Mary was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Polly Cherricks, age 7 in HH#95 headed by Daniel Cherricks, a 48 year old sailor..¹ She married James Snead on 31 December 1860 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown as James Snead, a 42 year old widower and she Mary Cherricks, age 19, the daughter of Daniel Cherricks who gave consent..³ She married Benjamin Justice, son of Benjamin Justice and Betsey (-----), on 15 May 1869 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Benjamin Justice, a 23 year old oysterman, born in DE & living in Acc Co, the son of Benj & Betsey Justice and she was shown as Polly Snead, a 22 year old widow, the daughter of Dan'l & Betsy Cherricks. They were married by P. Bowdoin Jr..³ Mary died on 9 April 1906 at age 63. Mrs. Benjamin Justis - Date of Death; 9 Apr 1906 - Aged; 62 - Chincoteague - PE 14 Apr 1906..^2,4 Her body was interred at Mechanics Cem, Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Polly Justice, wife of Benjamin Justice, 10 Mar 1843 - 9 Apr 1906..²

     Elizabeth was born circa 1845 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Elizabeth was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Elizabeth Cherricks, age 5 in HH#95 headed by Daniel Cherricks, a 48 year old sailor..¹

     William was born circa 1828 at Accomack Co, VA.² He married Mary Ann Mason, daughter of Randal Mason and Mary Ann Sharpley, on 22 January 1850 at Accomack Co, VA. Kendal B. Stocley and David Steelman were the securities on the M.L.B. of William Andrews and Mary Mason of Randal..² William was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William Andrews the head of HH#96, a 22 year old sailor. Listed with him was Mary Ann Andrews, age 17..² 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. Andrews the head of HH#1058, a 35 year old oysterman with real estate valued at $400 and personal property valued at $150. Listed with him were the following Andrews: Mary A., age 25; Mordecia, age 9 (male); Marinthia, age 6; Elizabeth C., age 4; Mary C., age 1; and Polly, age 60..¹

     Mary was born circa 1833 at Accomack Co, VA.² She married William D. Andrews, son of Polly Andrews (widow?), on 22 January 1850 at Accomack Co, VA. Kendal B. Stocley and David Steelman were the securities on the M.L.B. of William Andrews and Mary Mason of Randal..² Mary was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mary Ann Andrews, age 17 in HH#96 headed by William Andrews, a 22 year old sailor..²

     Randal was born circa 1805 at Maryland.¹ He married Mary Ann Sharpley, daughter of William Sharpley and Elizabeth 'Betsy' Lewis, circa 1831.¹ Randal was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Randal Mason the head of HH#98, a 45 year old sailor, born in MD with real valued at $300. Listed with him were the following Masons, all born in VA: Mary A., age 38; Sarah, age 14; William, age 12; Adeline, age 9; James, age 6; Catharine, age 3..¹ Randal was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Randall Mason the head of HH#1082, a 55 year old oysterman with real estate valued at $1,000 and personal property valued at $2,000. Listed with him were the following Masons: Mary A., age 45; Jas., age 14; and Catherine, age 12..² Randal was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1870 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Randall Mason the head of HH#TI107, a 67 year old oysterman, born in MD with real estate valued at $1,500 and personal property valued at $100. Listed with him were the following Masons all born in VA: Mary A., a 55 year old house keeper; WillIam, a 14 year old oysterman; and George, age 11. Also listed was Medab Robers, a 50 year old oysterman, born in NY..³

     Mary was born circa 1815 at Accomack Co, VA.² She married Randal Mason circa 1831.³ Mary was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mary A. Mason, age 38, born in VA, in HH#98 headed by Randal Mason, a 45 year old sailor, born in MD..³ Mary was listed with her husband in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mary A. Mason, age 45 in HH#1082 headed by Randall Mason, a 55 year old oysterman..⁴ Mary was listed with her husband in the census of in 1870 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mary A. Mason, a 55 year old house keeper in HH#TI107 headed by Randall Mason, a 67 year old oysterman..² She married John L. Daisey, son of William Daisey and Mary 'Polly' (-----), on 4 September 1872 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John Daisey, a 62 year old widowed oysterman, born and living in Acc Co, the son of Wm. & Polly Daisey and she was shown as Mary Ann Mason, a 60 year old widow, born and living in Acc Co, the daughter of Wm. & Eliz'th Sharpley. They were married by William P. Thornton..¹ Mary died on 6 December 1879 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mary Ann Daisey, who died on 6 Dec 1879 in Acc Parish of pneumonia at the age of 76 years. She was the daughter of Wm. & Eliz. Sharpley, born in Acc Co, the wife of John Daisey. Her daughter Cath. Daisey gave the information. Evidently she was also shown as Anna Mason, who died on 15 Dec 1879 in Accomack Parish of old age at the age of 76 years. This time she was shown as a spinner, the widow of Randal Mason. A friend T.A. Colonna gave this information..⁵

     Sarah was born circa 1836 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Sarah was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sarah Mason, age 14, born in VA, in HH#98 headed by Randal Mason, a 45 year old sailor, born in MD..¹ She married Kendall Thornton, son of John D. Thornton and Elizabeth 'Betsey' Tarr, on 27 February 1852 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown only as Kendal Thornton and she as Sarah A. Mason of Randal. No other information was given..² Sarah was listed with her husband in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sarah Thornton, age 23 in HH#1123 headed by Kendal Thornton, a 36 year old oysterman. (Note: This was probably Chincoteage Island.).³ Sarah was listed with her husband in the census of in 1870 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sarah Thornton, a 30 year old house keeper in HH#TI75 headed by Kendall Thornton, a 44 year old oysterman..⁴ Sarah was listed with her husband in the census of in 1880 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sarah Thornton, a 48 year old wife and house keeper in a household headed by Kendal Thornton, a 55 year old laborer..⁵

     William was born circa 1838 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ William was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William Mason, age 12, born in VA, in HH#98 headed by Randal Mason, a 45 year old sailor, born in MD..¹ He married Amy 'Dansey' Hill, daughter of Capt. Timothy Hill Sr. and Rebecca Russell, on 3 December 1856 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William T. (Mason on the lic & Mayson in the register), a 19 year old mariner, born and living on Chincoteague Island, the son of Randal and she was shown as Amy Lewis, age 22 and widowed, also born and living on Chincoteague Island, the daughter of Timothy Sr. and Rebecca Hill. They were married by William P. Thornton, a Baptist minister..² 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. Mason of R. the head of HH#1130, a 22 year old oysterman with real estate valued at $500 and personal property valued at $100. Listed with him were Dansey Hill, age 22; William Hill, age 4; and George H. Hill, age 1. (Note: Since he married Amy Hill in 1856, all their surnames should have been Mason.).³

     Adeline was born circa 1841 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Adeline was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Adeline Mason, age 9, born in VA, in HH#98 headed by Randal Mason, a 45 year old sailor, born in MD..¹ She married John Booth, son of Covington 'Covey' Booth and Nancy (-----), on 5 November 1859 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John Booth, a 22 year old waterman, born & living on Chincoteague Island, the son of Coventon & Nancy Mason and she was shown as Adaline Mason, age 17, also born & living on Chincoteague Island, the daughter of Randal & Anna Mason. They were married by P. Bowdin Sr. and John A.M. Whealton acknowledged his signature..²

     James was born on 9 November 1842 at Accomack Co, VA.² James was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as James Mason, age 6, born in VA, in HH#98 headed by Randal Mason, a 45 year old sailor, born in MD..¹ James was listed with his parents in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Jas. Mason, age 14 in HH#1082 headed by Randall Mason, a 55 year old oysterman..³ He married Tabitha Maffett on 22 June 1869 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown as James Mason, age 23 and Tabitha Maffett, age 30..⁴ James died on 6 April 1928 at age 85.² His body was interred at Greenwood Cem, Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as James Mason, who died 6 Apr 1928 aged 86 years, 4 months and 28 days..²

     Catharine was born circa 1847 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Catharine was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Catharine Mason, age 3, born in VA, in HH#98 headed by Randal Mason, a 45 year old sailor, born in MD..¹ Catharine was listed with her parents in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Catherine Mason, age 12 in HH#1082 headed by Randall Mason, a 55 year old oysterman..³ She married James Daisey, son of David T. Daisey and Ann (-----), on 14 September 1867 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as James Daysey Jr., a 22 year old oysterman, born and living in Acc Co, the son of David & Ann Daysey and she was shown as Catharine Mason, age 22, born and living in Acc Co, the daughter of Randall & Ann Mason. They were married by William P. Thornton..²

     Major was born circa 1824 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Susan (-----) circa 1845.¹ Major was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Major Jones the head of HH#97, a 26 year old sailor. Listed with him were Susan Jones, age 22; Martha Jones, age 3 and James S. Jones, age 10/12..¹

     Susan was born circa 1828 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married Major Jones circa 1845.¹ Susan was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Susan Jones, age 22 in HH#97 headed by Major Jones, a 26 year old sailor..¹

     Martha was born circa 1847 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Martha was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Martha Jones, age 3 in HH#97 headed by Major Jones, a 26 year old sailor..¹

     James was born circa 1849 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ James was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as James S. Jones, age 10/12 in HH#97 headed by Major Jones, a 26 year old sailor..¹

     David was born circa 1828 at New Jersey.¹ He married Elizabeth Mason, daughter of Randal Mason and Mary Ann Sharpley, on 29 May 1847 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown only as David Steelman and Elizabeth Mason. No other information was given..² David was the security on a M.L.B. On 22 January 1850 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Kendal B. Stokley and David Steelman were the securities on the M.L.B. of William Andrews and Mary Mason of Randal..² David was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as David Stillman the head of HH#99, a 22 year old sailor, born in New Jersey. Listed with him was Elizabeth Stillman, age 18..¹

     Her being a daughter of Randal Mason is based soley on the fact that Kendal B. Stokley and David Steelman were the securities on the M.L.B. of William Andrews and Mary Mason of Randal. Elizabeth was born circa 1832 at Accomack Co, VA.² She married David Steelman on 29 May 1847 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown only as David Steelman and Elizabeth Mason. No other information was given..¹ Elizabeth was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Elizabeth Stillman, age 18 in HH#98 headed by David Stillman, a 22 year old sailor, born in New Jersey..²

     Edward was born circa 1820. He married Mariah Conner on 4 August 1845 at Worcester Co, MD. He was shown as Edward Farebrothers and she as Maria Connor..¹

     Drusilla was born circa 1847 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Drusilla was listed with her mother in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Drusilla Fairbrothers, age 3 in HH#100 headed by Maria Fairbrothers, age 19..¹ Drusilla was listed with her mother in the census of in 1880 at Atlantic Dist, Sea Side, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Drucilla Hutson, a 35 year old daughter and house keeper in a household headed by Mariah Young, a 50 year old house keeper. Also listed was Viola Hutson, her 1 year old daughter..²

     Elizabeth was born circa 1800 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married William Whealton, son of Joshua Whealton and Sally Lewis, on 20 June 1839 at Accomack Co, VA. It only shows him as William Whealton, widower, and her as Elizabeth Lewis. No other information was given..^2,3 Elizabeth was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was also shown as Elizabeth Whealton, age 50 in HH#1232 headed by Richard Christopher, a 50 year old laborer..¹ Elizabeth was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Elizabeth Whealton, age 40 in HH#1158, headed by Richard Christopher, age 50 with real estate valued at $200..¹ Elizabeth was listed with another family in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Betsy Whealton, age 60 in HH#437 headed by Richard Christopher, age 75..⁴

     James was born circa 1820 at Maryland.¹ He married Mary Sharpley on 21 December 1843 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as James Blades and she as Mary Sharpley. No other information was given..² James was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as James Blade the head of HH#104, a 30 year old carpenter, born in MD. Listed with him (all born in VA) were Mary Blade, age 22; Harriet E. Blade, age 7; Emily L. Blade, age 5; and Catharine Blade, age 2..¹

     Mary was born circa 1828 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married James Blades on 21 December 1843 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as James Blades and she as Mary Sharpley. 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 Blade, age 22 and born in VA, in HH#104 headed by James Blade, a 30 year old carpenter, born in MD..¹

     Harriet was born circa 1843 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Harriet was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Harriet E. Blade, age 7 and born in VA, in HH#104 headed by James Blade, a 30 year old carpenter, born in MD..¹

     Emily was born circa 1845 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Emily was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Emily L. Blade, age 5 and born in VA, in HH#104 headed by James Blade, a 30 year old carpenter, born in MD..¹

     Catharine was born circa 1848 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Catharine was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Catharine Blade, age 2 and born in VA, in HH#104 headed by James Blade, a 30 year old carpenter, born in MD..¹

     Moses was born circa 1786 at Worcester Co, MD.¹ He married Sarah Payne on 2 March 1820 at Worcester Co, MD.² Moses was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Moses Payne the head of HH#105, a 64 year old farmer, born in MD, with real estate valued at $800. Listed with him were Seth Payne, a 22 year old laborer, born in MD; Scarbourgh Bloxom, age 45, born in VA; and William Jones, a 22 year old black laborer, born in VA..¹

     Sarah was born circa 1800. She married Moses Payne on 2 March 1820 at Worcester Co, MD.¹

     Seth was born circa 1828 at Worcester Co, MD.¹ Seth was listed with his father in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Seth Payne, a 22 year old laborer, born in MD, in HH#105 headed by Moses Payne, a 64 year old farmer, born in MD..¹

     Scarbourgh was born circa 1805 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Scarbourgh was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Scarbourgh Bloxom, age 45, born in VA, in HH#105 headed by Moses Payne, a 64 year old farmer, born in MD..¹

     Peter was born circa 1820 at Accomack Co, VA.² He married Susan (-----) circa 1848.² Peter was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Peter Watson the head of HH#106, a 30 year old laborer. Listed with him were Susan Bloxom, age 20 and James Bloxom, age 6/12..² Peter was listed as a head of household in the census of 1860 at Snow Hill District, Wor Co, MD. He was shown as Peter Watson head of HH#383, a 40 year old fisherman. Listed with him were the following Watsons: Susan, age 25; James, age 12; David, age 10; Caleb, age 6; and George, age 1.³ Peter was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1870 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Peter Watson the head of HH#TI23, a 51 year old oysterman with real estate valued at $100 and personal property valued at $200. Listed with him were the following Watsons: Susan, a 40 year old house keeper, born in PA (everyone else born in VA); David, a 19 year old oysterman; Caleb, an 18 year old oysterman; Robert, age 12; Peter, age 10; William, age 9; and Mary J., age 4. Also listed was Comfort Scarburgh, a 30 year old domestic servant..⁴ He died in 1884.¹

     Susan was born circa 1830 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married Peter W. Watson, son of David Watson, circa 1848.¹ Susan was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Susan Watson, age 20 in HH#106 headed by Peter Watson, a 30 year old laborer..¹ Susan was listed with her husband in the census of 1860 at Snow Hill District, Wor Co, MD. She was shown as Susan Watson, age 25 in HH#383 head by Peter Watson, a 40 year old fisherman.² Susan was listed with her husband in the census of in 1870 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Susan Watson, a 40 year old house keeper, born in PA in HH#TI23 headed by Peter Watson, a 51 year old oysterman..³

     James was born circa 1849 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ James was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as James Watson, age 6/12 in HH#106 headed by Peter Watson, a 30 year old laborer..¹ James was listed with his parents in the census of 1860 at Snow Hill District, Wor Co, MD. He was shown as James Watson, age 12 in HH#383 head by Peter Watson, a 40 year old fisherman.² He married Mahala Frances Archie, daughter of Charles Archie and Rachel (-----), on 29 June 1870 at Locust Mount, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as James Waton, a 22 year old oysterman, the son of Peter & Susan Watson and she was shown as Mahala Archey, age 22, the daughter of Charles and Rachel Archey.³

     William was born circa 1840 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ William was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William Jester, age 10 in HH#107 headed by James Jester, a 30 year old farmer with real estate valued at $600..¹ He married Mary J. Matthews, daughter of Edward Matthews and Jane Duncan, on 18 January 1865 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as William Jester, a 24 year old shoemaker (parents not shown) and she was shown as Mary J. Matthews, age 24, the daughter of Edw'd & Jane Matthews. They were married at the home of George H. Ewell by George H. Ewell..²

     Drusilla was born circa 1847 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Drusilla was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Drusilla Jester, age 3 in HH#107 headed by James Jester, a 30 year old farmer with real estate valued at $600..¹

     William was born circa 1812 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ William was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William Jester, a 38 year old laborer in HH#107 headed by James Jester, a 30 year old farmer with real estate valued at $600..¹

     Martin was born circa 1819 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Charlotte (-----) circa 1846.¹ Martin was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Martin G. Conner the head of HH#108, a 31 year old sailor. Listed with him were Charlotte Conner, age 18; Maria S. Conner, age 2; and Ruben F. Conner, age 1/12..¹

     Charlotte was born circa 1832 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married Martin G. Conner circa 1846.¹ Charlotte was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Charlotte Conner, age 18 in HH#108 headed by Martin G. Conner, a 31 year old sailor..¹

     Maria was born circa 1848 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Maria was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Maria S. Conner, age 2 in HH#108 headed by Martin G. Conner, a 31 year old sailor..¹

     Ruben was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Ruben F. Conner, age 1/12 in HH#108 headed by Martin G. Conner, a 31 year old sailor..¹ Ruben was born circa 1850 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

     Henry was born circa 1820 at Worcester Co, MD.¹ He married Mary (-----) circa 1845.¹ Henry was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Henry Pruitt the head of HH#111, a 30 year old sailor born in MD. Listed with him were Mary Pruitt, age 20 and born in MD; Selby Pruitt, age 4 and born in MD; and Purnell Pruitt, age 6/12 and born in VA..¹

     Mary was born circa 1830 at Worcester Co, MD.¹ She married Henry Pruitt circa 1845.¹ Mary was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mary Pruitt, age 20 and born in MD in HH#111 headed by Henry Pruitt, a 30 year old sailor born in MD..¹

     Selby was born circa 1846 at Worcester Co, MD.¹ Selby was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Selby Pruitt, age 4 born in MD in HH#111 headed by Henry Pruitt, a 30 year old sailor born in MD..¹

     Purnell was born circa 1849 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Purnell was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Purnell Pruitt, age 6/12 and born in MD in HH#111 headed by Henry Pruitt, a 30 year old sailor born in MD..¹

     James was born circa 1808 at Accomack Co, VA. His death record puts his birth at 1801, the 1850 census puts it at 1808, the 1860 census at 1806, the 1870 census at 1805..^2,3 He married Leah (-----) circa 1825.^4,5 He married Ellenor 'Nellie' Curtis on 12 July 1839 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown only as James Daisey and she as Nellie Curtis. No other information was given..⁶ James was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as James Daisy the head of HH#112, a 42 year old farmer with real estate valued at $200. Listed with him (all born in VA except as noted) were Ellenor Daisy, age 30 and born in MD; John Sharply, a 22 year old sailor; Elizabeth Sharply, age 17; Mary Daisy, age 14; Matilda Daisy, age 12; James Daisy, age 19 (probably 9); Sarah Daisy, age 7; and Josua Daisy, age 5..² James was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Jas. Daisey the head of HH#1308, a 54 year old oysterman. Listed with him were Eleanor Daisey, age 46; James Daisey, a 22 year old oysterman; Joshua Daisey, a 19 year old oysterman and Jno. E. Lewis, age 10..⁷ He married Mary Wheeler, daughter of William Wheeler and Betsy (-----), on 24 February 1866 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as James Dasey, a 56 year old farmer, born and living in Acc Co, the son of Wm. & Mary Dasey and she was shown as Mary Hudson, age 22 and single, born in Worcester Co, MD and living in Acc Co, the daughter of Wm. & Betsy Wheeler. They were married by William P. Thornton..¹ James was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1870 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as James Daisey the head of HH#TI163, a 65 year old oysterman with real estate valued at $500 and personal property valued at $200. Listed with him were Mary Daisey, age 30 and keeping house; and Margaret Hudson, age 5..⁸ James died on 4 July 1875 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Jas. Daisey, who died of unknown causes in Acc Parish, the son of Wm. & Polly, born in Acc Co, a farmer, the husband of Mary. His son Wm. Daisey gave the information..³

     Ellenor was born circa 1820 at Worcester Co, MD.¹ She married James Daisey, son of William Daisey and Mary 'Polly' (-----), on 12 July 1839 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown only as James Daisey and she as Nellie Curtis. No other information was given..² Ellenor was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Ellenor Daisy, age 30 and born in MD in HH#112 headed by James Daisy, a 42 year old farmer..¹ Ellenor was listed with her husband in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Eleanor Daisey, age 46 in HH#1308 headed by Jas. Daisey, a 54 year old oysterman..³

     Elizabeth was born circa 1833 at Accomack Co, VA.² She married John W. Sharpley on 2 April 1850 at Accomack Co, VA. John Thornton was the security on the M.L.B. of John W. Sharpley and Elizabeth Daisey of Jms..¹ Elizabeth was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Elizabeth Sharply, age 17 in HH#112 headed by James Daisy, a 42 year old farmer. Also in this household was her husband John Sharply, a 22 year old sailor..²

     John was born circa 1828 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Elizabeth Daisey, daughter of James Daisey, on 2 April 1850 at Accomack Co, VA. John Thornton was the security on the M.L.B. of John W. Sharpley and Elizabeth Daisey of Jms..² John W. Sharpley was listed with his father-in-law in the census of 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA.¹

     Mary was born circa 1836 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Mary was listed with his father in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mary Daisy, age 14 in HH#112 headed by James Daisy, a 42 year old farmer..¹

     Matilda was born circa 1838 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Matilda was listed with her father in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Matilda Daisy, age 12 in HH#112 headed by James Daisy, a 42 year old farmer..¹

     James was born circa 1841 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ James was listed with his father in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as James Daisy, age 19 (probably 9) in HH#112 headed by James Daisy, a 42 year old farmer..¹ James was listed with his father in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as James Daisey, a 22 year old oysterman in HH#1308 headed by Jas. Daisey, a 54 year old oysterman..³ He married Mary Andrews, daughter of Mordaici Andrews and Nancy Daisey, on 12 March 1862 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as James Daizy, age 22, born and living in Acc Co, VA, the son of James & Nelly Daizy and she was shown as Mary Andrews, age 22, born and living in Acc Co, VA, the daughter of Mordeica Andrews..²

     Sarah was born circa 1843 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Sarah was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sarah Daisy, age 7 in HH#112 headed by James Daisy, a 42 year old farmer..¹ She married Isaac Andrews, son of Mordaici Andrews and Nancy Daisey, on 19 February 1859 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Isaac Andress, a 22 year old fisherman, born & living on Chincoteague Island, the son of Mordicas & Nancy Andress and she was shown as Sarah Daisey, age 16, also born & living on Chincoteague Island, the daughter of Jas. & Elenor Daisey. They were married by P. Bowdin..²

     Joshua was born circa 1845 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Joshua was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Josua Daisy, age 5 in HH#112 headed by James Daisy, a 42 year old farmer..¹ Joshua was listed with his father in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Joshua Daisey, a 19 year old oysterman in HH#1308 headed by Jas. Daisey, a 54 year old oysterman..²

     Parker was born circa 1809 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Elizabeth 'Betsy' Melvin, daughter of Thomas Melvin and Sophia Wilkinson, on 6 December 1837 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Parker T. Daisey and she was shown as Elizabeth Melvin. No other information was given..² Parker was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Parker Daisy the head of HH#113, a 41 year old farmer. Listed with him were the following Daisys: Elizabeth, age 30; Hiram, age 12; Mary, age 10; Nancy, age 8; Elizabeth, age 6; and William, age 4..¹ Parker died before 31 January 1859.³

     Elizabeth was born circa 1820 at Worcester Co, MD.^3,1 As of 6 December 1837,her married name was Daisey.⁴ She married Parker T. Daisey on 6 December 1837 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Parker T. Daisey and she was shown as Elizabeth Melvin. No other information was given..⁴ Elizabeth was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Elizabeth Daisy, age 30 in HH#113 headed by Parker Daisy, a 41 year old farmer..³ Elizabeth was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Betsey Daisey the head of HH#1106, age 40. Listed with her were William Daisey, age 14; Arden Daisey, age 10; and Sarah Daisey, age 7..⁵ She married David T. Daisey, son of William Daisey and Mary 'Polly' (-----), on 2 February 1863 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as David Daizy, a 44 year old widowed waterman, born and living in Acc Co, the son of Wm. & Polly Diszy and she was shown as Elizabeth Daizy, a 45 year old widow, born in Worcestor Co, MD and living in Acc Co, VA, the daughter of Thos. & Sophia Melvin. They were married by P. Bowdin Jr..¹ Elizabeth was listed with her husband in the census of in 1870 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Elizabeth Daisey, age 45 and keeping house in HH#TI164, headed by David Daisey, a 45 year old waterman..⁶ Elizabeth died on 19 October 1877 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Eliz. Daisey, who died in Acc Parish of consumption at the age of 60 years. She was the daughter of Thomas & Sophia Melvin, born in Acc Co, a married housekeeper. A friend Jos. G. Savage gave the information..²

     Hiram was born circa 1838 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Hiram was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Hiram Daisy, age 12 in HH#113 headed by Parker Daisy, a 41 year old farmer..¹

     Mary was born circa 1840 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Mary was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mary Daisy, age 10 in HH#113 headed by Parker Daisy, a 41 year old farmer..¹ She married Daniel Whealton, son of Ebenezer 'Eber' Whealton and Elizabeth 'Betsy' Jones, on 28 March 1857 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Daniel Whealton, a 19 year old mariner, born & living on Chincoteague Island, the son of Eba & Elizabeth Whealton and she was shown as Mary Ann Daysey, age 17, the daughter of Parker J. & Elizabeth Daysey. They were married by W.P. Thornton..² She married William Mason, son of William T. Mason and Amy 'Dansey' Hill, on 4 October 1874 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William Mason, a 17 year old oysterman, born in Acc Co & living on Chincoteague Island, the son of Wm. & Amy Mason and she was shown as Mary A. Whealton, a 35 year old widow, the daughter of Parker & Elizabeth Daisey. They were married by P. Bowdin Sr. at his house..² She married William Whealton, son of Ebenezer 'Eber' Whealton and Elizabeth 'Betsy' Jones, in April 1885.³

     Nancy was born circa 1842 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Nancy was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Nancy Daisy, age 8 in HH#113 headed by Parker Daisy, a 41 year old farmer..¹

     Elizabeth was born circa 1844 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Elizabeth was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Elizabeth Daisy, age 6 in HH#113 headed by Parker Daisy, a 41 year old farmer..¹

     William was born circa 1846 at Accomack Co, VA.² William was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William Daisy, age 4 in HH#113 headed by Parker Daisy, a 41 year old farmer..² He married Mary A. Steelman, daughter of David Steelman and Elizabeth Mason, on 11 November 1867 at Chincoteague Island, Acc Co, VA.³

     Isaac was born circa 1800 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Mary (-----) circa 1842.¹ Isaac was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Isaac Daisy the head of HH#114, a 50 year old farmer with real estate valued at $50. Listed with him were Mary Daisy, age 29; David Daisy, age 6 and Parker Daisy, age 3..¹

     Mary was born circa 1821 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married Isaac Daisey circa 1842.¹ Mary was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mary Daisy, age 29 in HH#114 headed by Isaac Daisy, a 50 year old farmer..¹

     David was born circa 1844 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ David was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as David Daisy, age 6 in HH#114 headed by Isaac Daisy, a 50 year old farmer..¹ He married Lizzie B. (-----) circa 1865.²

     Parker was born on 4 July 1848 at Accomack Co, VA.² Parker was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Parker Daisy, age 3 in HH#114 headed by Isaac Daisy, a 50 year old farmer..³ He married Elizabeth J. Conner, daughter of Martin G. Conner and Charlotte (-----), on 19 March 1879 at Chincoteague Island, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Parker T. Daisey, a 21 year old sailor, the son of Issac & Mary Daisey and she was shown as Eliz'th J. Conner, age 18, the daughter of Martin G. Conner.¹ Parker T. Daisey died on 7 May 1923 at Accomack Co, VA, at age 74.² Parker was buried at Greenwood Cemetery, Chincoteague Island, Acc Co, VA.²

     David was born circa 1819 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. His death record puts his birth at 1814, his second and third marriage records both put it at 1819, and the 1850, 1860 and 1870 census records put it between 1825 and 1830..^2,3 He married Ann (-----) circa 1842.² David was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as David Daisy the head of HH#115, a 25 year old farmer with real estate valued at $50. Listed with him were Ann Daisy, age 25; William Daisy, age 8; James Daisy, age 4; and John Daisy, age 2..² David was listed with another family in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as David Daisey, age 30 and oystering in HH#1113 headed by Paul Melvin, age 46 and oystering. Listed under David were Wm. Daisey, age 13; Jas. Daisey, age 11 and Jno. Daisey, age 7..⁴ He married Elizabeth 'Betsy' Melvin, daughter of Thomas Melvin and Sophia Wilkinson, on 2 February 1863 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as David Daizy, a 44 year old widowed waterman, born and living in Acc Co, the son of Wm. & Polly Diszy and she was shown as Elizabeth Daizy, a 45 year old widow, born in Worcestor Co, MD and living in Acc Co, VA, the daughter of Thos. & Sophia Melvin. They were married by P. Bowdin Jr..¹ David was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1870 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as David Daisey the head of HH#TI164, a 45 year old oysterman, with real estate valued at $1,000 and personal property valued at $800. Listed with him were Elizabeth Daisey, age 45 and Sarah J. Daisey, age 15..⁵ He married Mary Matthews, daughter of Eli Matthews and Elizabeth (-----), on 22 July 1879 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as David T. Daisey, a 60 year old widowed oysterman, born and living in Acc Co, the son of Wm. & Mary Daisey and she was shown as Mary Burch, a 50 year old widow, born and living in Acc Co, the daughter of Eli & Elizth Matthews. They were married by W.P. Thornton..¹ David died on 4 October 1894 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as David Daisey, who died in the Island District of old age at the age of 80 years. He was the son of Wm. & Polly Daisey, born in the Island District. James Daisey his son gave the information..³

     Ann was born circa 1825 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married David T. Daisey, son of William Daisey and Mary 'Polly' (-----), circa 1842.¹ Ann was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Ann Daisy, age 25 in HH#115 headed by David Daisy, a 25 year old farmer..¹

     William was born circa 1842 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ William was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William Daisy, age 8 in HH#115 headed by David Daisy, a 25 year old farmer..¹ William was listed with his father in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Wm. Daisey, age 13 in HH#1113 headed by Paul Melvin, age 46 and oystering. Also in this household was David Daisey, age 30 and oystering..³ He married Mary E. Melvin, daughter of Samuel Melvin (s/o Jms W.) and Elizabeth Douglas, on 2 May 1862 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Wm. H. Daysey, a 22 year old waterman, born and living in Acc Co, the son of David & Ann Daysey and she was shown as Mary Melvin, age 20, born and living in Acc Co, the daughter of Sam'l & Elizabeth Melvin. They were married by P. Bowdin..² William was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1870 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William Daisey the head of HH#TI192, a 28 year old oysterman with personal property valued at $100. Listed with him were Mary Daisey, age 23; James Daisey, age 8; David Daisey, age 4; Elizabeth Daisey, age 3; Ida E. Daisey, age 2 months & born in April; Zachariah George, a 25 year old black oysterman and Sina George, a 21 year old black house keeper..⁴

     James was born circa 1846 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ James was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as James Daisy, age 4 in HH#115 headed by David Daisy, a 25 year old farmer..¹ James was listed with his father in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as James Daisey, age 11 in HH#1113 headed by Paul Melvin, age 46 and oystering. Also in this household was David Daisey, age 30 and oystering..³ He married Catharine Mason, daughter of Randal Mason and Mary Ann Sharpley, on 14 September 1867 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as James Daysey Jr., a 22 year old oysterman, born and living in Acc Co, the son of David & Ann Daysey and she was shown as Catharine Mason, age 22, born and living in Acc Co, the daughter of Randall & Ann Mason. They were married by William P. Thornton..² James was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1870 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as James Daisey the head of HH#TI168, a 32 year old oysterman. Listed with him were Catherine Daisey, age 23 and keeping house and Ella Lee Daisey, age 1..⁴ He married Polly Hopkins, daughter of Capt. Henry Hopkins Jr. and Mary Matthews, on 8 November 1884 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as James Daisey, a 37 year old widowed oysterman, born and living in Acc Co, the son of David & Polly Daisey and she was shown as Polly Hopkins, age 16, born & living in Acc Co, the daughter of Henry & Mary Hopkins, now Daisey. They were married by S.U. Grimsley. (Note: The fact that the certificate was not returned for recording until 12 Jan 1889, over 3 year later, seems odd and makes the marriage date somewhat questionable.).²

     John was born circa 1848 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ John was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John Daisy, age 2 in HH#115 headed by David Daisy, a 25 year old farmer..¹ John was listed with his father in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Jno. Daisey, age 7 in HH#1113 headed by Paul Melvin, age 46 and oystering. Also in this household was David Daisey, age 30 and oystering..² He married Nancy Maria Thornton, daughter of Parker Thornton and Elizabeth Ann Birch, on 30 January 1870 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as John D. Dasey, a 22 year old sailor, the son of David and Ann Daisey and she was shown as Maria Thronton, age 21, the daughter of Parker & Eliza Thornton. They were married by Rev. Wm. P. Thornton..³

     Parker was born circa 1826 at Accomack Co, VA.² He married Elizabeth Ann Birch on 17 December 1845 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Parker Thornton of Wm. and she as Elizabeth Ann Burch. No other information was given..¹ Parker was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Parker Thornton the head of HH#120, a 24 year old sailor. Listed with him were the following Thorntons: Elisa, age 25; John J., age 5; Maria, age 2; Ann age 25; and Ellen, age 6..² Parker was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Parker Thornton the head of HH#1117, age 30 and oystering. Listed with him were the following Thorntons: Eliza, age 34; Jno. J., age 14; Wm., age 8; Maria, age 12; Ester Ann, age 6; and Jane, age 1. This was probably Chincoteague Island..³ Parker was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1870 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Parker Thornton the head of HH#TI154, a 44 year old oysterman, with real estate valued at $100, born in PA. (Note: The 1850 & 1860 census showed him born in VA.) Listed with him were the following Thorntons: Elizabeth W., age 50 and keeping house; Hester A., age 14; Sarah S., age 12; Benjamin, age 10; and Alfred T., age 7..⁴ Parker was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1880 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Parker Thornton, a 53 year old head of household and oysterman. Listed with him were the following Thorntons: Eliza, a 59 year old wife and house keeper; Benjamin P., a 17 year old son; and Alfred T., a 15 year old son..⁵ Parker died on 4 March 1909 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Parker Thornton, who died last Thursday at the age of 85. He was the oldest white person on the Island. He was survived by 4 children. Chincoteague news section..⁶

     William was born circa 1789 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Nancy Carpenter on 12 January 1809 at Accomack Co, VA. Henry Hopkins was the security on the M.L.B. of William Thornton and Nancy Carpenter..² He married Sarah Hancock on 27 August 1810 at Accomack Co, VA. David Watts was the security on the M.L.B. of William Thornton of Chincoteague Island and Sarah Hancock..²

     Elizabeth was born on 7 February 1821 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married Parker Thornton, son of William Thornton (Chinco Is), on 17 December 1845 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Parker Thornton of Wm. and she as Elizabeth Ann Burch. No other information was given..² Elizabeth was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Elisa Thornton, age 25 in HH#120 headed by Parker Thornton, a 24 year old sailor..³ Elizabeth was listed with her husband in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Eliza Thornton, age 34 in HH#1117 headed by Parker Thornton, age 30 and oystering..⁴ Elizabeth was listed with her husband in the census of in 1870 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Elizabeth Thornton, a 50 year old house keeper in HH#TI154 headed by Parker Thornton, a 44 year old oysterman..⁵ Elizabeth was listed with her husband in the census of in 1880 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Eliza Thornton, a 59 year old wife and housekeeper in a household headed by Parker Thornton, a 53 year old oysterman..⁶ Elizabeth died on 31 August 1906 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA, at age 85. She was shown as Eliza Thornton, who died Friday last week at the age of 87. She was the oldest person on the Island. She is survived by her husband, Parker Thornton, age 85 and several children. Chincoteague (Pen. Ent 8 Sep 1906 issue). The Accomack News showed her as age 89..^7,1 Her body was interred at Beulah Bapt Ch Cem, Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Eliza A. Thornton, wife of Parker Thornton, 7 Feb 1821 - 31 Aug 1906..¹

     John was born on 22 September 1844 at Accomack Co, VA.² John was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John J. Thornton, age 5 in HH#120 headed by Parker Thornton, a 24 year old sailor..¹ John was listed with his parents in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Jno. J. Thornton, age 14 in HH#1117 headed by Parker Thornton, age 30 and oystering..³ He married Mary Ann Bloxom, daughter of Richard Bloxom and Patience Jones, on 1 July 1867 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown as John J. Thornton, age 21 and Mary A. Bloxom, age 21..⁴ John was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1870 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John J. Thornton the head of HH#TI153, a 21 year old oysterman. Listed with him was Mary A. Thornton, age 21. He was listed next door to Parker Thornton, a 44 year old oysterman..⁵ John was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1880 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John J. Thornton a head of houshold and a 35 year old laborer. Listed with him were the following Thorntons: Mary A., a 28 year old wife and house keeper; Patricia, a 9 year old daughter; Malinda, an 8 year old daughter; D.P.C., a 7 year old son; and John A., a 2 year old son..⁶ John died on 28 July 1932 at age 87.² His body was interred at Thornton Cem, Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA.²

     Nancy was born circa 1848 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Nancy was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Maria Thornton, age 2 in HH#120 headed by Parker Thornton, a 24 year old sailor..¹ Nancy was listed with her parents in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Maria Thornton, age 12 in HH#1117 headed by Parker Thornton, a 30 year old oysterman..² She married John D. Daisey, son of David T. Daisey and Ann (-----), on 30 January 1870 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as John D. Dasey, a 22 year old sailor, the son of David and Ann Daisey and she was shown as Maria Thronton, age 21, the daughter of Parker & Eliza Thornton. They were married by Rev. Wm. P. Thornton..³

     Hester was born circa 1790 at Accomack Co, VA. She married John Thornton Sr. (Chinco Is), son of William Thornton Sr. (Island), on 9 February 1813 at Accomack Co, VA. Henry Thornton was the security on the M.L.B. of John Thornton and Hessy Bloxom..¹

     Annie was born circa 1825 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA.^2,1,3 Annie was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Ann Thornton, age 25 in HH#120 headed by Parker Thornton, a 24 year old sailor and his wife Elisa Thornton, age 25. Also in this household was Ellen Thronton, age 6, apparently her daughter..² She married John T. Tarr, son of James Tarr and Polly Birch, on 1 June 1859 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John Tarr, a 48 year old widowed mariner, born and living on Chincoteague Island, the son of James & Polly Tarr and she was shown as Ann Thornton, age 37 and single, also born and living on Chincoteague Island, the daughter of John & Hester Thornton. They were married by William P. Thornton..¹ Annie was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1860 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Ann Tarr the head of HH#1252, age 37 with personal property valued at $25. Listed with her were the following Thorntons: Ellen J., age 14; Jno. T., age 9; and Gazelle, age 4..⁴ Annie was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1870 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Ann Tarr the head of HH#TI156, a 48 year old house keeper. Listed with her were Gazella Tarr, age 16; and John T. Tarr, a 17 year old oysterman..⁵ Annie died on 18 July 1887 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. The newspaper showed her as Annie Thornton, who died on 18 Jul 1887 at the age of 66 years. Acc Co death records show her as Annie M. Thornton, who died on 10 Jul 1887, in Acc Parish of consumption, at the age of 64 years. She was the daughter of John & Lizzie Thornton, born in Acc Co, a housekeeper, the widow of John T. Her daughter (proably daughter-in-law) Comfort Thornton gave the information. (NOTE: Her husband was probably John Tarr.).^6,3

     Ellen was born circa 1844 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA.¹ Ellen was listed with her mother in the census of in 1850 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Ellen Thornton, age 6 in HH#120 headed by Parker Thornton, a 24 year old sailor. Also in this household was Ann Thornton, age 25 and apparently her mother..¹ Ellen was listed with her mother in the census of in 1860 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Ellen J. Thornton, age 14 in HH#1252 headed by Ann Tarr, age 37..³ She married George Claville, son of James Claville and Mary (-----), on 9 May 1866 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as George Claville, a 22 year old sailor, born and living in Acc Co, VA, the son of Jas. & Mary Claville, and she was shown as Ellen Thornton, age 20, born and living in Acc Co, VA, the daughter of Ann Tarr. They were married by William P. Thornton..² Ellen was listed with her husband in the census of in 1870 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Ellen Clayville, a 23 year old house keeper in HH#TI158 headed by George Clayville, a 22 year old oysterman..⁴

     James was born circa 1790. He married Polly Birch on 2 March 1820 at Accomack Co, VA. Richard Bull was the security on the M.L.B. of James Tarr, widower, and Polly Lewis, widow of Selby..¹

     Mordaici was born circa 1805 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Nancy Daisey on 23 January 1826 at Accomack Co, VA. William Sharpley was the security on the M.L.B. of Nordicia Andrews and Nancy Daisey..² Mordaici was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Mordaici Andrews the head of HH#121, a 45 year old sailor with real estate valued at $300. Listed with were the following Andrews: Nancy, age 49; Joseph, a 20 year old sailor; Maragaret, age 18; Isaac, a 16 year old sailor; Sarah, age 12; and Mary, age 7. Also listed with him was William Daisy, a 21 year old laborer..¹ He married Mary (-----) circa 1870.³

     Nancy was born circa 1801 at Accomack Co, VA.^1,2,3 She married Mordaici Andrews on 23 January 1826 at Accomack Co, VA. William Sharpley was the security on the M.L.B. of Nordicia Andrews and Nancy Daisey..⁴ Nancy was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Nancy Andrews, age 49 in HH#121 headed by Mordaici Andrews, a 45 year old sailor..³

     Joseph was born circa 1830 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Joseph was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Joseph Andrews, a 20 year old sailor in HH#121 headed by Mordaici Andrews, a 45 year old sailor..¹

     Margaret was born circa 1832 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married William J. Daisey, son of James Daisey and Leah (-----), on 4 March 1850 at Accomack Co, VA. Thomas T. Cropper was the security on the M.L.B. of William Daisey and Margaret Andrews of Mordici..² Margaret was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Margaret Andrews, age 18 in HH#121 headed by Mordaici Andrews, a 45 year old sailor..¹

     Isaac was born circa 1834 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Isaac was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Issac Andrews, a 16 year old sailor in HH#121 headed by Mordaici Andrews, a 45 year old sailor..¹ He married Sarah Daisey, daughter of James Daisey and Ellenor 'Nellie' Curtis, on 19 February 1859 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Isaac Andress, a 22 year old fisherman, born & living on Chincoteague Island, the son of Mordicas & Nancy Andress and she was shown as Sarah Daisey, age 16, also born & living on Chincoteague Island, the daughter of Jas. & Elenor Daisey. They were married by P. Bowdin..²

     Sarah was born circa 1838 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Sarah was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sarah Andrews, age 12 in HH#121 headed by Mordaici Andrews, a 45 year old sailor..¹

     Mary was born circa 1843 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Mary was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mary Andrews, age 7 in HH#121 headed by Mordaici Andrews, a 45 year old sailor..¹ She married James Daisey, son of James Daisey and Ellenor 'Nellie' Curtis, on 12 March 1862 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as James Daizy, age 22, born and living in Acc Co, VA, the son of James & Nelly Daizy and she was shown as Mary Andrews, age 22, born and living in Acc Co, VA, the daughter of Mordeica Andrews..²

     William was born on 18 February 1827 at Accomack Co, VA.² He married Margaret 'Peggy' Andrews, daughter of Mordaici Andrews and Nancy Daisey, on 4 March 1850 at Accomack Co, VA. Thomas T. Cropper was the security on the M.L.B. of William Daisey and Margaret Andrews of Mordici..³ William was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William Daisy, a 21 year old laborer in HH#121 headed by Mordaici Andrews, a 45 year old sailor..⁴ William died on 3 June 1891 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA, at age 64. He was shown as Wm. J. Daisy, who died on 30 Jun 1891 in the Island District of heart failure at the age of 65 years. He was the son of Jas. & Leah Daisy, born in the Island District, an oysterman, the husband of Marg. who gave the information..^1,2 William was buried at Mechanics Cemetery, Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as William J. Daisey who died 3 Jun 1894 aged 61 years, 3 months & 16 days.²

     Timothy was born circa 1826 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Zipporah (-----) circa 1844.^1,2 Timothy was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Timothy Hill Jr. the head of HH#124, a 24 year old sailor. Listed with him were Zipporah Hill, age 19; John Hill, age 3; Mary J. Hill, age 6..¹

     Zipporah was born circa 1831 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ As of circa 1844,her married name was Hill.^1,2 She married Timothy Hill Jr., son of Capt. Timothy Hill Sr. and Rebecca Russell, circa 1844.^1,2 Zipporah was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Zipporah Hill, age 19 in HH#124 headed by Timothy Hill Jr., a 24 year old sailor..¹

     John was born in 1847 at Accomack Co, VA.² John was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John Hill, age 3 in HH#124 headed by Timothy Hill Jr., a 24 year old sailor..¹ He married Sarah Ann Whealton, daughter of Ebenezer 'Eber' Whealton and Elizabeth 'Betsy' Jones, on 18 April 1868 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John Hill, a 21 year old oyterman, son of Thimothy & Zipporah Hill and she was shown as Sarah Ann Whealton, age 17, the daughter of Eba & Betsey Whealton..³ John died in 1921.² His body was interred at Red Mens Cem, Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA.²

     Wealthy was born circa 1849 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Wealthy was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Wealthy A. Hill, age 1 in HH#124 headed by Timothy Hill Jr., a 24 year old sailor..¹

     Mary was born circa 1844 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Mary was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mary J. Hill, age 6 in HH#124 headed by Timothy Hill Jr., a 24 year old sailor..¹