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     Mary was born circa 1810 at Accomack Co, VA. She married James T. Johnson, son of William Johnson and Margaret (-----), on 28 January 1829 at Accomack Co, VA. Thomas C. Delastatius was the security on the M.L.B. of James Johnson and Mary Delastatius of Thomas C..¹

     Thomas was born circa 1784 at Accomack Co, VA. Thomas was named in his father's will on 11 October 1805 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Thomas Crippen Chase and given £10 in the will of Severn Delastatius, wife Ann.¹ He married Sally Kellam, daughter of John Kellam Sr. and Sarah (-----), on 13 May 1806 at Accomack Co, VA. Selby Delastatius was the security on the M.L.B. of Thomas Crippen Delastatius and Sarah Mathews, widow..² Thomas was listed as a head of household in the census of 1810 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Crippen Delastatious, a head of household, age 26-45 (b.c. 1765-1784). Listed with him were 2 males age 0-10; 2 males age 10-16; 1 female, age 0-10; 1 female age 26-45 & no slaves.³ Thomas was listed as a head of household in the census of 1820 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Thomas C. Dillastatus, a head of household, age 26-45 (b.c. 1775-1794). Listed with him was 1 male age16-18; 1 male age 16-26; 1 female age 10-16; 1 female age 26-45; & no slaves. He was the only Delastatius in Accomack County.³ He was the security on a M.L.B. On 16 December 1822 at Accomack Co, VA. Thomas Delastaius was the security on the M.L.B. of Teackle A. Trader and Rutha Dillestatius.² Thomas witnessed a will on 9 October 1824 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Thomas C. Delastatius and named Extr in the will of William Matthews Sr.⁴ Thomas was listed as a head of household in the census of 1830 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Crippin Delastatius, a head of household, age 40-50 (b.c. 1780-1790). Listed with him was 1 male age 10-15; 1 male age 15-20; 1 female age 50-60; & no slaves. He was the only Delastatius in Accomack County.⁵ He was named as the executor of a will on 5 March 1832 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Thomas C. Delastatius and named Extr in the will of Geoge Lewis, wife Elizabeth.⁶ Thomas was listed as a head of household in the census of 1840 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Thomas C. Delastatious, a head of household, age 50-60 (b.c. 1780-1790). Listed with him was 1 male age 20-30, 1 female age 60-70 & no slaves.⁷

     Sarah was born between 1765 and 1784 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ As of 13 May 1806,her married name was Delastatius.²

     Erastus was born circa 1834 at Accomack Co, VA.² Erastus was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Eurstus J. Johnson, age 16 in HH#326 headed by James T. Johnson, age 42..² He married Louisa Copes, daughter of Solomon Copes and Henrietta D. (-----), on 9 March 1856 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Erastus J. Johnson, a 23 year old farmer, the son of Jas. T. & Mary S. Johnson and she was shown as Louisa Copes, age 22, the daughter of Solomon & Henrietta D. Copes. They were married by J. Allen..¹ Erastus was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Erastus J. Johnson the head of HH#65, a 28 year old farmer with personal property valued at $800. Listed with him were Louisa Johnson, age 27; Solomon Johnson, age 1; George W. Cutler, age 13; Samuel Marshall, age 11; and Mary J. Marshall, age 10..³ He married Henrietta Elizabeth Scott, daughter of Thomas W. Scott and Mary Duncan, on 13 January 1874 at Horntown, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Erastus J. Johnson, a 40 year old widowed farmer, the son of James T. & Mary Johnson and she was shown as Elizabeth H. Mason, a 28 year old widow, the daughter of Thomas & Mary Scott. They were married by Montcalm Oldham..¹

     Sally was born circa 1812 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married James T. Johnson, son of William Johnson and Margaret (-----), circa 1847.¹ Sally was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sally R. Johnson, age 38 in HH#326 headed by James T. Johnson, age 42..¹ Sally died on 28 May 1856 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Sally Johnson, who died of a slow fever at the age of 45 years, the wife of Jas. T. Johnson. Her parents were not listed..²

     James was born circa 1848 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 O. Johnson, age 2 in HH#326 headed by James T. Johnson, age 42..¹ James was listed with his father in the census of 1870 at Atlantic District, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as James Johnson, age 22 in HH#86 headed by James Johnson, a 64 year old farmer.³ He married Oceanna 'Ocia' Sterling, daughter of Mary Ann Sterling, on 8 January 1873 at Temperanceville, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as James Johnson, a 21 year old laborer, the son of James & Sally Johnson and she was shown as Ocia Sterling, age 19, the daughter of Mary Ann Taylor. They were married by J.E. Potts..²

     Purnell was born circa 1790. He married Nancy Merritt on 26 December 1811 at Worcester Co, MD. He was shown as Purnell Hill and she as Nancy Marrett. No other information was given..¹ He married Tabitha (-----) circa 1820.²

     Tabitha was born circa 1800. She married Purnell Hill circa 1820.¹

     Nancy was born circa 1790. She married Purnell Hill on 26 December 1811 at Worcester Co, MD. He was shown as Purnell Hill and she as Nancy Marrett. No other information was given..¹

     Euphemia was born circa 1785 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Edward Broadwater, son of Caleb Broadwater and Esther Thornton, on 27 December 1809 at Accomack Co, VA. George Bonwell was the security on the M.L.B. of Edward Broadwater and Euphanica Taylor of Southy..¹ She married Henry Sterling, son of Richard Sterling Sr. and Mary Broadwater, on 23 December 1816 at Accomack Co, VA. Ralph B. Corbin was the security on the M.L.B. of Henry Sterling of Richard and Euphemia Broadwater, widow of Edward..¹

     Southy was born circa 1760 at Accomack Co, VA.

     George was born circa 1819 at Maryland.¹ He married Druscilla Payne on 25 January 1841 at Worcester Co, MD.² He married Mary Ann Sterling, daughter of Henry Sterling and Euphemia 'Fanny' Taylor, on 29 August 1848 at Accomack Co, VA. Peter D. Corbin and James H. Fletcher were the securities on the M.L.B. of George W. Davis, widower, and Margaret B. Sterling of Henry dec'd. Another record of the same date showed her as Mary A. B. Sterling..³ George was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as George W. Davis, the head of HH#834, a 31 year old farmer with real estate valued at $1,000, born in MD. Listed with him were the following Davis: Mary A., age 27; Mary, age 5; and Margaret E., age 1. Also listed was Oliver Taylor, a 23 year old laborer..¹

     Oceanna was born circa 1854 at Accomack Co, VA.^1,2 Oceanna was listed with her mother in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Oceanna Taylor, age 6 in HH#103 headed by Oliver J. Taylor, a 34 year old farmer. Also listed was Mary A. Taylor, who was evidently her mother by a prior marriage..² She married James O. Johnson, son of James T. Johnson and Sally R. (-----), on 8 January 1873 at Temperanceville, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as James Johnson, a 21 year old laborer, the son of James & Sally Johnson and she was shown as Ocia Sterling, age 19, the daughter of Mary Ann Taylor. They were married by J.E. Potts..¹

     Mary was born circa 1836 at Accomack Co, VA.² Mary was listed with her mother in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mary A. Sterling, age 14 in HH#842 headed by John W. Melson, a 38 year old farmer. Also listed was Hessy Sterling, age 56, who was evidently her mother..² She married Oliver J. Taylor, son of Revell Taylor and Ebba 'Ibby' Marshall, on 23 December 1857 at Oak Hall, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Oliver J. Taylor, a 32 year old farmer, the son of Revel & Ibby Taylor and she was shown as Mary Sterling (Starling on the license), age 23 and single, the daughter of Kendal & Esther Sterling. They were married by S. Powers. James B. Taylor said both were over age 21. The license showed they were married on 23 Dec 1857 and the register showed 23 Dec 1858. However, since the certificate was returned on 27 Jan 1858, the marriage must have taken place in 1857..¹ Mary was listed with her husband in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mary A. Taylor, age 23 in HH#103 headed by Oliver J. Taylor, a 34 year old farmer..³

     Kendall was born circa 1790 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Esther 'Hessy' Melson, daughter of George Melson and Tabitha Kelly, circa 1835.¹

     Esther was born circa 1794 at Accomack Co, VA.² She married Josiah Sterling, son of Littleton Sterling and Mary 'Molly' (-----), on 9 June 1820 at Accomack Co, VA. Henry Hall and Samuel Walston were the securities on the M.L.B. of Josiah Sterling of Littleton and Hessy Melson of George..¹ She married Kendall Sterling circa 1835.³ She was shown as Hester Sterling, a buyer at the estate sale of George Melson, dec'd, on 7 & 10 Nov 1843.⁴ Esther was listed with her brother in the census of 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Hessy Sterling, age 56 in HH#842 headed by John W. Melson, a 38 year old farmer, who was evidently her brother. Also listed were the following Sterlings: Elizabeth, age 29; Mary A., age 14; Isaiah, age 4; and Charlotte, age 4/12.²

     Oliver was born circa 1827 at Accomack Co, VA.² Oliver was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Oliver Taylor, a 23 year old laborer in HH#834 headed by George W. Davis, a 31 year old farmer..² He married Mary Ann Sterling, daughter of Kendall Sterling and Esther 'Hessy' Melson, on 23 December 1857 at Oak Hall, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Oliver J. Taylor, a 32 year old farmer, the son of Revel & Ibby Taylor and she was shown as Mary Sterling (Starling on the license), age 23 and single, the daughter of Kendal & Esther Sterling. They were married by S. Powers. James B. Taylor said both were over age 21. The license showed they were married on 23 Dec 1857 and the register showed 23 Dec 1858. However, since the certificate was returned on 27 Jan 1858, the marriage must have taken place in 1857..¹ Oliver was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Oliver J. Taylor the head of HH#103, a 34 year old farmer with personal property vauled at $40. Listed with him were the following Taylors: Mary A., age 23; and Oceanna, age 6..³

     Revell was born circa 1786 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Ebba 'Ibby' Marshall, daughter of Levin Marshall and Euphamy 'Famey' Johnson, on 16 December 1811 at Accomack Co, VA. James Taylor was the security on the M.L.B. of Revel Taylor and Ibba Marshall..² He married Margaret 'Peggy' Melson, daughter of George Melson and Tabitha Kelly, on 9 February 1849 at Accomack Co, VA. James T. Johnson was the security on the M.L.B. of Revel Taylor, widow, and Margaret Gaskins, widow of Revel Gaskins..² Revell was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Revel Taylor, the head of HH#830, a 64 year old farmer with real estate valued at $2,000. Listed with him were the following Taylors: Margaret, age 49; Frederick, a 20 year old laborer; and Amas, a 16 year old laborer. Also listed were John Revell, age 8; and Euphemia Kelly, age 68..¹

     Ebba was born circa 1796 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Revell Taylor on 16 December 1811 at Accomack Co, VA. James Taylor was the security on the M.L.B. of Revel Taylor and Ibba Marshall..² Ebba was named as an heir on 29 November 1815 at Accomack Co, VA. John Marshall, dec'd, the 2nd brother of George Marshall the elder, left: John Knox and Robert Knox and Barbara Knox, who are children of Barbara Knox, dec'd, formerly Barbara Marshall, a daughter of said John Marshall, also George Marshall of Levin and Edy Taylor, wife of Revell Taylor, who are the only children of Levin Marshall, dec'd, who was a son of John Marshall, dec'd, also John L. Melvin and James W. Melvin, who are children of Betsy Melvin, formerly Betsy Marshall, a daughter of said John Marshall the elder.³

     Nancy was born circa 1790 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Custis Wessells, son of (-----) Wessells h|o_Southy_Lucas'_daughter and (d|o_Southy) Lucas, circa 1810.¹ She married Richard Taylor on 30 November 1813 at Accomack Co, VA. William Nock was the security on the M.L.B. of Richard Taylor and Nancy Vessells, widow of Custis..²

     Richard was born circa 1790 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Nancy (-----) on 30 November 1813 at Accomack Co, VA. William Nock was the security on the M.L.B. of Richard Taylor and Nancy Vessells, widow of Custis..¹

     Mary was born circa 1838 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Mary was listed with her father in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Mary J. Johnson, age 12 in HH#326 headed by James T. Johnson, a 42 year old farmer..¹ She married Alfred Taylor, son of Revell Taylor and Ebba 'Ibby' Marshall, on 31 January 1854 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Alfred Taylor, son of Revel Taylor and she was shown as Mary Johnson, daughter of James T. Johnson..²

     William was born circa 1838 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ William was listed with his father in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William C. Johnson, age 12 in HH#326 headed by James T. Johnson, a 42 year old farmer..¹

     Severn was born circa 1841 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Severn was listed with his father in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Severn P. Johnson, age 6 in HH#326 headed by James T. Johnson, a 42 year old farmer..¹

     Elizabeth was born circa 1844 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Elizabeth was listed with her father in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Elizabeth A. Johnson, age 6 in HH#326 headed by James T. Johnson, a 42 year old farmer..¹

     Druscilla was born circa 1845.¹ She married Thomas J. Addison on 20 October 1869 at Worcester Co, MD. He was shown as Thomas J. Addison, age 42 and she was shown as Druscilla J. Adams, age 24. No other information was given..¹

     William was born circa 1842 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 Matthews, age 8 in in HH#327 headed by Thomas E. Marshall, a 26 year old shoemaker. It is assumed that it was his mother Elisa Matthews, age 29, who was living next door in HH#328 headed by John W. Tull, a 35 year old farmer..¹

     Zorobabel was born circa 1832 at Accomack Co, VA.² Zorobabel was named in his father's will on 4 September 1849 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Zorobabel S. Matthews in the will of Jacob Matthews..¹ Zorobabel was listed with his mother in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Zerobabel Mathews, an 18 year old laborer in HH#1169 headed by Seymour Mathews, age 40..² He married Sarah A.E. 'Sally' Twiford, daughter of George W. Twiford and Margaret Ann Rew, on 31 December 1857 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Zorobabel Matthews, a 25 year old mariner, the son of Jacob & Seymour Matthews and she was shown as Sally A.E. Twiford, age 24, the daughter of George W., dec'd, and Marg't Twiford. They were married by E.S. Grant. George T. Rew & Samuel H. Matthews both said they both were over age 21..³

     Jane was born circa 1834 at Accomack Co, VA.³ Jane was named in her father's will on 4 September 1849 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Jane S. Matthews in the will of Jacob Matthews..¹ Jane was listed with her mother in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Jane S. Mathews, age 16 in HH#1169 headed by Seymour Mathews, age 40..³ She married Parker Barnes Jr., son of Parker Barnes Sr. and Elizabeth 'Betsy' Taylor, on 4 December 1856 at at Reese's Chapel, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Parker Barnes Jr., a 32 year old mariner, the son of Parker & Eliz'th Barnes and she was shown as Jane Matthews, age 23, the daughter of Jacob & Seymour Matthews. Samuel Mason says both were over age 21..²

     Robert was born circa 1844 at Accomack Co, VA.² Robert was named in his father's will on 4 September 1849 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Robert W. Matthews in the will of Jacob Matthews..¹ Robert was listed with his mother in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Robert W. Mathews, age 6 in HH#1169 headed by Seymour Mathews, age 40..²

     Mary was born circa 1849 at Accomack Co, VA.² Mary was named in her father's will on 4 September 1849 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Mary E. Matthews in the will of Jacob Matthews..¹ Mary was listed with her mother in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mary E. Mathews, age 1 in HH#1169 headed by Seymour Mathews, age 40..² She married Edward (of J.) Thornton, son of James Thornton and Laura Bagwell, on 22 March 1877 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Edwd Thornton, age 45 and single (parents not shown) and she was shown as Mary E. Matthews, age 28 and single, the daughter of Jacob & Seymour Matthews. They were married at Mrs. Matthews' residence by D.A. Woodson..³ She married John A. Scott, son of John Scott and Tabitha Lewis, on 5 January 1898 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as John A. Scott, a 64 year old widowed farmer, the son of John & Tabitha Scott and she was shown as Mary E. Thornton, a 45 year old widow, the daughter of Jacob & Seymore Matthews..⁴

     William was born circa 1810 at Accomack Co, VA. William was named in his father's will on 10 March 1816 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son William Mason in the will of Bennett Mason Sr. of Accomack Parish. Jacob Northam was to be his guardian..¹ He married Mary J. (-----) circa 1830.²

     Mary was born circa 1810. She married William Mason, son of Bennett Mason and Rachel Duncan, circa 1830.¹

     Alfred was born circa 1833 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Alfred was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Alfred E. Matthews, a 17 year old clerk in HH#601 headed by James H. White, a 32 year old merchant with real estate valued at $10,000..¹ He married Elizabeth Hinman, daughter of Perrymore Hinman and Hessy 'Hetty' Warrington, on 26 February 1856 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Alfred E. Matthews and she as Elizabeth Hinman of Perry dec'd. Wm. J. Bayly said both were over age 21..^2,3

     James was born circa 1803 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 Tatham, age 47 in HH#774 headed by John Tatham Sr., a 72 year old farmer..² James was named in his father's will on 27 August 1852 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son James Tatham in the will of John Tatham Sr..¹

     Elizabeth was born circa 1832 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Elizabeth was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Elizabeth A. Tatham, age 18 in HH#774 headed by John Tatham Sr., a 72 year old farmer. She is assumed to be the daughter of John's dec'd son Samuel..¹

     Jane was born circa 1832 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Jane was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Jane C. Mathews, age 18 in HH#743 headed by John K. Mathews, a 50 year old farmer..¹

     Mary was born circa 1834 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 W. Mathews, age 16 in HH#743 headed by John K. Mathews, a 50 year old farmer..¹

     Leah was born circa 1836 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Leah was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Leah F. Mathews, age 14 in HH#743 headed by John K. Mathews, a 50 year old farmer..¹

     John was born circa 1838 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 K. Mathews, age 12 in HH#743 headed by John K. Mathews, a 50 year old farmer..¹

     Samuel was born circa 1841 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Samuel was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Samuel J. Mathews, age 9 in HH#743 headed by John K. Mathews, a 50 year old farmer..^2,1

     Oceana was born circa 1849 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Oceana was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Oceana F. Mathews, age 1 in HH#743 headed by John K. Mathews, a 50 year old farmer..¹

     Margaret was born circa 1848 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Margaret was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Margaret Mathews, age 3 in HH#664 headed by Samuel Mathews, a 40 year old sailor..¹ She married Thomas F. Phillips, son of George B. Phillips and Margaret 'Peggy' Hickman, on 9 October 1878 at Modest Town, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Thos. Phillips, a 52 year old widowed shoemaker, the son of Geo. & Margaret Phillips and she was shown as Margaret Matthews, age 29, the daughter of Sam'l & Eliza Matthews. They were married neard Modest Town by J.E. Bundick..²

     Elizabeth was born circa 1841 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 Mathews, age 9 in HH#664 headed by Samuel Mathews, a 40 year old sailor..¹

     Nancy was born circa 1822 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Nancy was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Nancy Mathews, age 28 in HH#664 headed by Samuel Mathews, a 40 year old sailor..¹

     Joseph was born circa 1835 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Joseph was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Joseph Matthews, age 15 in HH#195 headed by Jason C. Hogin, a 50 year old teacher, born in NH..¹

     Meshack was born circa 1838 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Meshack was listed with his mother in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Meshack Mathews, age 12 in HH#615 headed by Susan Mathews, a 40 year old farmer..¹

     Susan was born circa 1841 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Susan was listed with her mother in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Susan J. Mathews, age 9 in HH#615 headed by Susan Mathews, a 40 year old farmer..¹ Susan was listed with her mother in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Susan J. Matthews, age 17 in HH#126 headed by Susan Matthews, age 49 and farming..²

     Albert was born circa 1843 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Albert was listed with his mother in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Albert Mathews, age 7 in HH#615 headed by Susan Mathews, a 40 year old farmer..¹ Albert was listed with his mother in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Albert S. Matthews, age 14 in HH#126 headed by Susan Matthews, age 49 and farming..²

     Franklin was born circa 1845 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Franklin was listed with his mother in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Franklin M. Mathews, age 5 in HH#615 headed by Susan Mathews, a 40 year old farmer..¹ Franklin was listed with his mother in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Franklin M. Matthews, age 13 in HH#126 headed by Susan Matthews, age 49 and farming..²

     Samuel was born circa 1849 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Samuel was listed with his mother in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Samuel W. Mathews, age 1 in HH#615 headed by Susan Mathews, a 40 year old farmer..¹ Samuel was listed with his mother in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Samuel W. Matthews, age 11 in HH#126 headed by Susan Matthews, age 49 and farming..²

     Thomas was born circa 1801 at Accomack Co, VA.² He married Sallie (-----) circa 1835. 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 R. Mathews the head of HH#607, a 49 year old farmer with real estate valued at $1,000. Listed with him were Nancy Brewington, age 45; George Mathews, age 11; and Samuel Mathews, age 5..² He married Elizabeth 'Betsy' Jones, daughter of Daniel Jones and Comfort Tunnell, on 5 December 1854 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Thomas R. Matthews, widower and she was shown as Elizabeth Whealton, widow..³ Thomas died before 25 January 1858 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Thomas R. Matthews was granted to William S. Bird with William M. Feddeman & Joseph W. Matthews securities..⁴

     Elizabeth was born circa 1795 at Accomack Co, VA. She married John Merrill on 3 December 1816 at Accomack Co, VA. Asa Mathews was the security on the M.L.B. of John Merrill and Elizabeth Coleburn..¹ She married Thomas (of E.) Matthews, son of Evans Matthews and Elizabeth Merrill, on 6 December 1819 at Accomack Co, VA. Caleb Broadwater and James Wright were the securities on the M.L.B. of Thomas Matthews and Elizabeth Merrill, widow of John..¹

     Evans was born circa 1768 at Accomack Co, VA. Evans was named in his grandfather's will on 24 September 1768 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as grandson Evans Matthews in the will of Levin Evans, wife Anne Mary..² He married Elizabeth Merrill on 15 February 1790 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown only as Evans Mathews and she as Elizabeth Merrill. No other information was given..³

     Elizabeth was born circa 1770 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Evans Matthews, son of John Matthews and (d|o_Levin) (612A) Evans, on 15 February 1790 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown only as Evans Mathews and she as Elizabeth Merrill. No other information was given..¹

     John was born circa 1795 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Elizabeth Coleburn on 3 December 1816 at Accomack Co, VA. Asa Mathews was the security on the M.L.B. of John Merrill and Elizabeth Coleburn..¹

     George was born circa 1839 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ George was listed with his father in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as George Mathews, age 11 in HH#607 headed by Thomas R. Mathews, a 49 year old farmer..¹ He married Emeline 'Emma' Mears, daughter of Henry Mears and Sarah Ann Taylor, on 9 January 1860 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as George W. Matthews, the son of Thomas R. Matthews and she was shown as Emma Mears, daughter of Henry Mears. James T. Taylor(?) said they both were over age 21..²

     Emeline was born circa 1833 at Accomack Co, VA.² Emeline was listed with her father in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Emeline Mears, age 17 in HH#549 headed by Henry Mears, a 42 year old farmer..² She married George W. Matthews, son of Thomas R. Matthews and Sallie (-----), on 9 January 1860 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as George W. Matthews, the son of Thomas R. Matthews and she was shown as Emma Mears, daughter of Henry Mears. James T. Taylor(?) said they both were over age 21..¹

     Henry was born on 7 August 1809 at Accomack Co, VA.² Henry was named in his father's will on 7 January 1819 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as an underage son Henry Mears in the will of Bartholomew Mears..¹ He married Sarah Ann Taylor on 23 October 1827 at Worcester Co, MD. He was shown only as Henry Mears and she as Sarah Ann Taylor. No other information was given..³ He married Mariah Barnes on 15 December 1842 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown only as Henry Mears and she as Mariah Barnes. No other information was given..⁴ 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 Mears the head of HH#549, a 42 year old farmer. Listed with him were the following Mears: Maria, age 39; Jane, age 19; Emeline, age 17; Littleton, age 15; Henry T., age 13..⁵ Henry was named as an heir on 29 March 1858 at Accomack Co, VA. On 29 Mar 1858 it was recorded that Elizabeth Mears, who was proven in the Court on 29 Jul 1855 to be an heir at law of Charles Copes, dec'd, soldier in the Rev. War, died circa 1843 intestate, leaving Henry Mears her child and only heir..⁶ Henry was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Henry Mears the head of HH#652, a 57 year old farmer with real estate valued at $1,600 and personal property valued at $340. Listed with him were the following Mears: Maria, age 49; Littleton, age 27 and farming; and Henry, age 36 and farming..⁷ Henry died on 21 May 1882 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA, at age 72. He was shown as Henry Mears, who died at the age of 73, no cause was listed. He was the son of Bartholmew Mears, born in Acc Co, a farmer and the husband of Maria. His son Thos. H. Mears gave the information..^8,2 His body was interred at Mears Plot, Nelsonia, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as Henry Mears, husband of Maria Mears, 7 Aug 1809 - 21 May 1882..²

     Nancy was born circa 1805 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Nancy was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Nancy Brewington, age 45 in HH#607 headed by Thomas R. Mathews, a 49 year old farmer..¹

     Critty was born circa 1831 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Critty was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Critty Ling, age 19 in HH#595 headed by Alexander Ling, a 49 year old farmer..¹

     Edward was born circa 1832 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Edward was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Edward T. Ling, an 18 year old laborer in HH#595 headed by Alexander Ling, a 49 year old farmer..¹ He married Hester Ann 'Hetty' Taylor, daughter of Nathaniel Taylor and Hessey Thornton, on 7 October 1851 at Worcester Co, MD. He was shown as Edward Teagle Ling and she as Hester Ann Taylor. No other information was given..² Edward was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Edward T. Ling the head of HH#802, age 25 and farming with real estate valued at $450. Listed with him were the following Lings: Hester, age 31; William W., age 6; Sally E., age 4; and Unnamed, age 1. Also listed was Elizabeth D. Taylor, age 21; Mary Taylor, age 15; and Lloyd Taylor, age 13..³

     George was born circa 1840 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ George was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as George W. Lang, age 10 in HH#595 headed by Alexander Ling, a 49 year old farmer..¹

     Hester was born circa 1829 at Accomack Co, VA.² Hester was listed with her brother in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Hetty Taylor, age 21 in HH#881 headed by Gillet Taylor of N., a 33 year old farmer..¹ She married Edward Teagle Lang, son of Alexander Lang Jr. and Roxanna 'Rosy' Bloxom, on 7 October 1851 at Worcester Co, MD. He was shown as Edward Teagle Ling and she as Hester Ann Taylor. No other information was given..³ Hester was listed with her husband in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Hester Ling, age 31 in HH#802 headed by Edward T. Ling, age 25 and farming..²

     Fanny was born circa 1770. As of circa 1790,her married name was Lang.¹ She married Alexander Lang Sr. circa 1790.¹

     George was born circa 1790 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Polly Delastatius, daughter of Severn Delastatius and Atterlanter Evans, on 4 October 1813 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

     Polly was born circa 1786 at Accomack Co, VA. Polly was named in her father's will on 11 October 1805 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my daughter Polly Delastatius in the will of Severn Delastatius, wife Anna. He gave her land lying to the northward & eastward of Pocomoke Road, about 110 acres, … & £55.¹ She married Joshua William Thornton (II), son of Joshua Thornton (I), on 27 July 1807 at Accomack Co, VA. Walter Wessells was the security on the M.L.B. of Joshua Thornton and Polly Delastatius..² On 30 Nov 1812 at the estate sale of Joshua Thornton the following were among the buyers: Henry Thornton, Polly Thornton & James Thornton Jr.³ As of 4 October 1813,her married name was Winder.² She married George Winder on 4 October 1813 at Accomack Co, VA. James Duncan Jr. was the security on the M.L.B. of George Window and Polly Thornton..²

     Frederick was born circa 1815 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Eliza Johnson on 30 December 1840 at Accomack Co, VA. Solomon Marshall was the security on the M.L.B. of Frederick Mathews and Eliza Johnson..¹ Frederick died in October 1848 at Accomack Co, VA.² Administration of Frederick's estate was filed on 30 October 1848 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Solomon Marshall was named to settle the estate of Frederick Matthews. Thomas Walter & John W. Tunnell were the securities.²

     Eliza was born circa 1821 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married Frederick Matthews on 30 December 1840 at Accomack Co, VA. Solomon Marshall was the security on the M.L.B. of Frederick Mathews and Eliza Johnson..² Eliza was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Elisa Matthews, age 29 in HH#328 headed by John W. Tull, a 35 year old farmer..¹

     Samuel was born circa 1845 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Samuel was listed with his mother in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Samuel Matthews, age 5 in HH#328 headed by John W. Tull, a 35 year old farmer. Also listed was Elisa Matthews, age 29, who is assumed to be his mother..¹

     Mitchell was born circa 1807 at Worcester Co, MD.³ He married Sally Dryden on 26 August 1828 at Worcester Co, MD.⁴ Mitchell was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Mitchell Watson the head of HH#329, a 43 year old farmer, born in MD. Listed with him were the following Watsons, all born in MD: Sally, age 43; Mary M., age 20; Mahala C., age 18; Peter, age 11; and Levin T., age 3..³ He married Mary R. Townsend, daughter of Littleton Parker Townsend and Anne Blair 'Nancy' Henry, on 15 December 1860 at Drummond Town, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Mitchell W. Watson, a 52 year old widowed farmer, born in Worcester Co, MD and living in Onancock, the son of John (probably Jehu) & Ann Watson and she was shown as Mary R. Townsend, age 50 and single, born & living in Onancock, the daughter of Littleton & Nancy Townsend. They were married by D. Felton and Edward K. Snead said that she was over age 21..²

     Jehu was born circa 1766 at Worcester Co, MD. He married Ann (-----) circa 1790.²

     Ann was born circa 1770. She married Jehu Watson, son of Charles Watson, circa 1790.¹

     Sally was born circa 1807 at Worcester Co, MD.¹ She married Mitchell Watson, son of Jehu Watson and Ann (-----), on 26 August 1828 at Worcester Co, MD.² Sally was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sally Watson, age 43 and born in MD, in HH#329 headed by Mitchell Watson, a 43 year old farmer, born in MD..¹

     Mary was born circa 1830 at Worcester Co, MD.¹ Mary was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mary M. Watson, age 20 and born in MD, in HH#329 headed by Mitchell Watson, a 43 year old farmer, born in MD..¹ She married Samuel S. Hinman, son of Galen Hinman and Catharine 'Caty' Andrews, on 15 February 1856 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Samuel S. Hinman, widower, and she was shown as Mary Watson, daughter of Mitchell Watson. James H. Pettit said both were over age 21..^3,2

     Mahala was born circa 1832 at Worcester Co, MD.¹ Mahala was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mahala C. Watson, age 18 and born in MD, in HH#329 headed by Mitchell Watson, a 43 year old farmer, born in MD..¹

     Peter was born circa 1839 at Worcester Co, MD.¹ Peter was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Peter Watson, age 11 and born in MD, in HH#329 headed by Mitchell Watson, a 43 year old farmer, born in MD..¹

     Levin was born circa 1847 at Worcester Co, MD.¹ Levin was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Levin T. Watson, age 3 and born in MD, in HH#329 headed by Mitchell Watson, a 43 year old farmer, born in MD..¹

     John was born circa 1814 at Accomack Co, VA.² He married Esther Addison on 11 June 1834 at Accomack Co, VA. Southy Taylor and Michael Smith were the securities on the M.L.B. of John S. Marshall, of Sally, and Esther Adderson..¹ John was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John S. Marshall the head of HH#331, a 36 year old farmer. Listed with him the following Marshalls: Esther, age 37; Elizabeth J., age 10; William H., age 5; and Charlotte, age 1..² John died before 31 January 1853. It was on this date that Thomas E. Marshall was named to settle the estate of John S. Marshall. Thomas Slocomb & James P. Selby were the securities..³

     Esther was born circa 1813 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married John Stringer Marshall, son of John (of Wm) Marshall and Sarah 'Sally' Broadwater, on 11 June 1834 at Accomack Co, VA. Southy Taylor and Michael Smith were the securities on the M.L.B. of John S. Marshall, of Sally, and Esther Adderson..² Esther was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Esther Marshall, age 37 in HH#331 headed by John S. Marshall, a 36 year old farmer..¹

     Elizabeth was born circa 1840 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 J. Marshall, age 10 in HH#331 headed by John S. Marshall, a 36 year old farmer..¹

     William was born circa 1845 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 H. Marshall, age 5 in HH#331 headed by John S. Marshall, a 36 year old farmer..¹

     Charlotte was born circa 1849 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Charlotte was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Charlotte Marshall, age 1 in HH#331 headed by John S. Marshall, a 36 year old farmer..¹

     Purnell was born circa 1825 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Ann Baker, daughter of William Baker and Patience Bundick, on 21 November 1849 at Accomack Co, VA. Henry Chesser was the security on the M.L.B. of Purnell Chesser and Ann Baker of Wm..² Purnell was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Purnell Chesser the head of HH#332, a 25 year old farmer with real estate valued at $500. Listed with him was Ann Chesser, age 40..¹

     Ann was born circa 1810 at Accomack Co, VA.³ Ann was named in her father's will on 1 May 1845 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Ann Baker in the will of William Baker Sr..² She married Purnell Chesser on 21 November 1849 at Accomack Co, VA. Henry Chesser was the security on the M.L.B. of Purnell Chesser and Ann Baker of Wm..¹ Ann was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Ann Chesser, age 40 in HH#332 headed by Purnell Chesser, a 25 year old farmer..³

     Outten was born circa 1820 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Harriet J. Gladding, daughter of William Gladding and Patsy (-----), on 22 December 1847 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Outten Tull and she as Harriet Gladding. No other information was given..² Outten was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Outten Tull the head of HH#333, a 30 year old farmer with real estate valued at $3,000. Listed with him were the following Tulls: Harriet J., age 21; Littleton J., age 6; and Henry C., age 3. Also listed with him were Sally Gladding, age 56 and George Brown, a 35 year old black laborer..¹

     Harriet was born circa 1829 at Accomack Co, VA.² She married Outten Tull on 22 December 1847 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Outten Tull and she as Harriet Gladding. No other information was given..³ Harriet was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Harriet J. Tull, age 21 in HH#333 headed by Outten Tull, a 30 year old farmer..² Harriet was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Harriet J. Tull the head of HH#7, age 33 and farming with real estate valued at $5,000 and personal estate valued at $3,365. Listed with him were the following Tulls: Littleton J., age 16; Henry C., age 13; Dwit C., age 13; and John O., age 6. Also listed was Mary E. Wilkerson, age 13..⁴ Harriet died in February 1879 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Harriet J. Tull, who died at the age of 50 years (cause of death not shown). She was the daughter of Wm. & Patsy Gladdin, born in Acc Co, a housewife and the wife of Outten Tull. Her son Wm. J. Tull gave the information..¹

     William was born circa 1800. He married Patsy (-----) circa 1825.¹

     Patsy was born circa 1800. She married William Gladding circa 1825.¹

     Henry was born circa 1847 at Accomack Co, VA.^1,2 Henry was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Henry C. Tull, age 3 in HH#333 headed by Outten Tull, a 30 year old farmer..¹ Henry was listed with his mother in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Henry C. Tull, age 13 in HH#7 headed by Harriet J. Tull, age 33 and farming with real estate valued at $5,000 and personal estate valued at $3,365..²

     Sally was born circa 1794 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Sally was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sally Gladding, age 56 in HH#333 headed by Outten Tull, a 30 year old farmer. Also listed was Harriet J. Tull, age 21 and the wife of Outten Tull. She was the daughter of Wm. & Patsy Gladding. Perhaps Sally Gladding was her Aunt..¹

     Margaret was born circa 1832 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Margaret was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Margaret Stockley, age 18 in HH#335 headed by Littleton D. Corbin, a 39 year old farmer..¹

     Druscilla was born circa 1816 at Accomack Co, VA.² She married John S. Robins, son of Thomas Robins and (d|o_Am_II) Scarburgh, on 30 December 1833 at Accomack Co, VA. George Mathews and Levin White were the securities on the M.L.B. of John Robins and Drucilla Conner of Fred..¹ Druscilla was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Drusilla Robins, age 34 in HH#336 headed by John S. Robins, a 38 year old farmer..² Druscilla was listed with her husband in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Drucella Robbins, age 47 in HH#93 headed by John S. Robbins, a 48 year old farmer..³

     Anna was born circa 1790. She married Frederick Conner Sr. on 25 December 1810 at Worcester Co, MD. He was shown as Frederick Conner and she as Ann Bevans. No other information was given..¹

     Mary was born circa 1790. She married Frederick Conner Sr. on 1 April 1812 at Worcester Co, MD. He was shown as Frederick Conner and she as Mary Bevans. No other information was given..¹

     Lydia was born circa 1795.¹ She married Frederick Conner Sr. on 12 December 1817 at Worcester Co, MD. He was shown as Frederick Conner and she as Lydia Hargis. No other information was given..²

     Wiliraber was born circa 1835 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Wiliraber was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Wiliraber F. Robins, age 15 in HH#336 headed by John S. Robins, a 38 year old farmer..¹ Wiliraber was listed with his parents in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Wilber F. Robbins, age 25 in HH#93 headed by John S. Robbins, a 48 year old farmer..²