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     Mary was born circa 1837 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 E. Robins, age 13 in HH#336 headed by John S. Robins, a 38 year old farmer..¹ Mary was listed with her parents in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mary E. Robbins, age 22 in HH#93 headed by John S. Robbins, a 48 year old farmer..²

     Virginia was born circa 1840 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Virginia was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Virginia A. Robins, age 10 in HH#336 headed by John S. Robins, a 38 year old farmer..¹ Virginia was listed with her parents in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Virginia A. Robbins, age 21 in HH#93 headed by John S. Robbins, a 48 year old farmer..³ She married John A. Rowley, son of William Rowley and Mary 'Polly' Rowley widow, on 17 December 1879 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as John A. Rowley, a 67 year old widowed farmer, the son of Wm. & Mary Rowley and she was shown as Virginia A. Robins, age 40 and single, the daughter of Jno. S. & Drucilla Robins. They were married at Cedar Ave by J.W. Hilldrup..² She married George W. Matthews Jr., son of George W. Matthews Sr. and Patty B. Beavans, on 14 July 1892 at Pungoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as George W. Matthews, a 63 year old minister, born in Acc & living in AR, the son of Geo. P. & Pattie Matthews and she was shown as Virginia A. Rowley, age 52 and single, daughter of John S. & Drucilla B. Robins. They were married by J.M. Anderson..²

     Margaret was born circa 1841 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 D. Robins, age 9 in HH#336 headed by John S. Robins, a 38 year old farmer..¹ Margaret was listed with her parents in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Olivia Robbins, age 17 in HH#93 headed by John S. Robbins, a 48 year old farmer..³ She married James M. Anderson, son of Louis M. Anderson and Susan (-----), on 7 July 1879 at Jenkins Bridge, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as James M. Anderson, 42 year old widowed minister, born in Richmond City and living in Danville, the son of Louis M. & Susan Anderson and she was shown as Maggie O. Robins, age 36 and single, born & living in Acc Co, the daughter of Jno. S. & Drucilla B. Robins..²

     Sarah was born on 21 January 1845 at Accomack Co, VA.² Sarah was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sarah E. Robins, age 6 in HH#336 headed by John S. Robins, a 38 year old farmer..¹ Sarah was listed with her parents in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sarah E. Robbins, age 15 in HH#93 headed by John S. Robbins, a 48 year old farmer..³ Sarah died on 21 April 1916 at age 71.² Her body was interred at Downing's Cem, Oak Hall, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Sarah Evelyn Robins, 21 Jan 1845 - 21 Apr 1916..²

     Kendall was born circa 1849 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Kendall was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Kendall S. Robins, age 1 in HH#336 headed by John S. Robins, a 38 year old farmer..¹ Kendall was listed with his parents in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Kendal S. Robbins, age 11 in HH#93 headed by John S. Robbins, a 48 year old farmer..³ He married Edna Jane Terry, daughter of Jones Floyd Terry and Mary J.W. Mears, on 4 June 1879 at Pocomoke Neck, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Kendal S. Robins, a 28 year old merchant, born & living in Acc Co, the son of Jno. S. & Durcilla Robins and she was shown as Edna Terry, age 19, born & living in Acc Co, the daughter of Jones T. & Mary Terry..²

     Charlotte was born circa 1800. She married Noah Ball on 18 June 1816 at Worcester Co, MD. He was shown as Noah Ball and she was shown as Charlotte Merrill. No other information was given..¹ She married Samuel Johnson, son of William Johnson, on 10 March 1829 at Accomack Co, VA. Wallop Read and Peter Copes were the securities on the M.L.B. of Samuel Johnson of William and Charlotte Ball, widow of Noah..²

     Noah was born circa 1795. He married Charlotte Merrill on 18 June 1816 at Worcester Co, MD. He was shown as Noah Ball and she was shown as Charlotte Merrill. No other information was given..¹

     Hester was born circa 1805 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Samuel Johnson, son of William Johnson, on 4 January 1826 at Accomack Co, VA. Peter Copes and William Johnson were the securities on the M.L.B. of Samuel Johnson of Wm. and Hester Ann Copes of Peter..¹

     William was born circa 1765.

     Hetty was born circa 1815 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married Samuel Johnson, son of William Johnson, on 16 June 1841 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Samuel Johnson, widower, and she was shown as Hetty Merrill. No other information was given..² Hetty was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Hetty Johnson, age 35 in HH#338 headed by Samuel Johnson, a 49 year old farmer..¹

     Sally was born circa 1834 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Sally was listed with her father in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sally M. Johnson, age 16 in HH#338 headed by Samuel Johnson, a 49 year old farmer..¹

     John was born circa 1845 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 H. Johson, age 5 in HH#338 headed by Samuel Johnson, a 49 year old farmer..¹

     Elizabeth was born circa 1831 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. Ward, age 19 in HH#338 headed by Samuel Johnson, a 49 year old farmer..¹

     James was born circa 1838 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ James was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as James H. Burton, age 12 in HH#338 headed by Samuel Johnson, a 49 year old farmer..¹

     Polly was born circa 1780 at Accomack Co, VA. In 1830 she was shown as Polly Taylor, age 40-50..¹ Polly was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1830 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Polly Taylor, age 40-50 the head of a house hold. Listed with her were 1 male, age 5-10; 1 male, age 10-15; 1 male, age 15-20; 1 female, age 5-10; and 1 female, age 20-30..¹ Polly was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1840 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Polly Taylor, age 60-70, the head of household. Listed with her were 1 female, age 15-20 and 1 Free Negro..² She made a will on 3 October 1844 at Accomack Co, VA. To my 2 sons Obed & Edward Taylor the whole of my land & personal property after paying my debts & the following legacies: To son William Taylor $1. To son Parker Taylor $1. To my granddaughter Harriet Ellis the bed which was formerly her mother's. Obadiah & Edward to pay annually to my daughter Euphamy 6 bushels of corn so long as she remains single. My 2 sons Obadiah & Edward to settle my estate. Witt: Francis D. Miller, William Whealton & Solomon Marshall..³ Polly died in November 1844.³ Polly's will was probated on 25 November 1844 at Accomack Co, VA.³

     Obediah was born circa 1815 at Accomack Co, VA.² He married Rachel Matthews, daughter of Rachel Matthews, circa 1840.^2,3 Obediah was named in his mother's will on 3 October 1844 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Obed Taylor in the will of Polly Taylor..¹ Obediah was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Obed Taylor the head of HH#339, a 35 year old farmer with real estate valued at $7,000. Listed with him were Rachel Taylor, age 38; John Feddeman, age 19; and Catharine Feddeman, age 14. Both of the Feddemans attended school within the year..²

     William was born circa 1823 at Accomack Co, VA. William was named in his mother's will on 3 October 1844 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son William Taylor in the will of Polly Taylor..²

     (d|o_Polly) was born circa 1817 at Accomack Co, VA. She married (-----) Ellis circa 1840.¹ (d|o_Polly) was named in her mother's will on 3 October 1844 at Accomack Co, VA. Although not named specifically in the wil of Polly Taylor, Polly named a granddaughter Harriet Ellis and gave her the bed which was formerly her mother's..¹

     (-----) was born circa 1815. He married (d|o_Polly) Taylor, daughter of Polly Taylor widow?, circa 1840.¹

     Harriet was born circa 1842 at Accomack Co, VA. Harriet was named in her grandmother's will on 3 October 1844 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a granddaughter Harriet Ellis and give the bed which was formerly her mother's in the will of Polly Taylor..¹

     Euphamy was born circa 1825 at Accomack Co, VA. Euphamy was named in her mother's will on 3 October 1844 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Euphamy in the will of Polly Taylor. Her brothers Obadiah & Edward were to pay her annually 6 bushels of corn so long as she remaind single..¹

     Rachel was born circa 1812 at Wallops Neck, Acc Co, VA.^2,1 She married Obediah 'Obed' Taylor, son of Polly Taylor widow?, circa 1840.^2,3 Rachel was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Rachel Taylor, age 38 in HH#339 headed by Obed Taylor, a 35 year old farmer..² Rachel died on 10 September 1853 at Wallops Neck, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Rachael Taylor, who died of unknown causes at the age of 44 years. She was the daughter of Rachael Matthews, born at Wallops Neck, the wife of Obed Taylor, who gave the information..¹

     Rachel was born circa 1790 at Accomack Co, VA. Rachel was named in her father's will on 25 August 1807 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Rachel Matthews in the will of William Matthews Sr..¹

     Washburn was born circa 1780 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Euphamy Taylor on 27 June 1803 at Accomack Co, VA. George Staton was the security on the M.L.B. of Washburn Matthews and Euphamy Taylor..² Washburn was named in his father's will on 25 August 1807 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Washburn Matthews in the will of William Matthews Sr..¹

     Euphamy was born circa 1780 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Washburn Matthews, son of William Matthews Sr. and Elizabeth (-----), on 27 June 1803 at Accomack Co, VA. George Staton was the security on the M.L.B. of Washburn Matthews and Euphamy Taylor..¹

     Elizabeth was born circa 1756 at Accomack Co, VA. She married William Matthews Sr. circa 1775.¹ Elizabeth was named in her husband's will on 25 August 1807 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as wife Elizabeth Matthews in the will of William Matthews Sr..¹ She made a will on 24 September 1811 at Accomack Co, VA. To granddaughter Elizabeth Matthews, daughter of Elias Matthews, ... To daughter Esther Gaskins, wife of William Gaskins, £10. To daughter Rebeccah Dickerson £5. To daughter Elizabeth Sterling, wife of Southey Sterling, £5 but Southey not to benefit. To son John Matthews £20 & also to his son Coleman Matthews, my grandson, £5. To [grand?]son George Matthews, son of William Matthews, £10. To daughter Ann Taylor £5. To grandson Asa Matthews, son of Elias Matthews, £5. To grandson Revell Gaskins, son of William Gaskins, £5. To Nancy Whealton £5. To daughter Elizabeth Sterling ... to my granddaughters, daughters of William Matthews, John Matthews, Elias Matthews & William Gaskins. Son Elias Matthews Extr. Witt: William Downing, John Taylor & Shadrack Bayly..² Elizabeth died in December 1813.² Elizabeth's will was probated on 27 December 1813 at Accomack Co, VA. Thomas Jones & John Taylor securities..²

     Rebecca was born circa 1778 at Accomack Co, VA. She married (-----) Dickerson h|o_Rebecca_Matthews circa 1800.¹ Rebecca was named in her father's will on 25 August 1807 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Rebecca Dickerson in the will of William Matthews Sr..¹ Rebecca was named in her mother's will on 24 September 1811 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Rebeccah Dickerson in the will of Elizabeth Matthews..²

     (-----) was born circa 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Rebecca Matthews, daughter of William Matthews Sr. and Elizabeth (-----), circa 1800.¹

     Elizabeth was born circa 1782 at Accomack Co, VA. Elizabeth witnessed a will on 22 July 1797 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that William Conquest, Elizabeth Sterling & Southy Sterling witnessed the will of Ezekiel Matthews, wife Betsy..² She married Southy Sterling, son of William Sterling and Sarah (-----), circa 1800.³ Elizabeth was named in her father's will on 25 August 1807 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Elizabeth Sterling in the will of William Matthews Sr..¹ Elizabeth was named in her mother's will on 24 September 1811 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Elizabeth Sterling, wife of Southey Sterling, in the will of Elizabeth Matthews..³

     Southy was born circa 1768 at Accomack Co, VA. Southy was named in his father's will on 30 May 1771 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Southy Sterling in the will of William Sterling, wife Sarah. His brother Richard was to see to it that Southy was given schooling..¹ Southy witnessed a will on 22 July 1797 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that William Conquest, Elizabeth Sterling & Southy Sterling witnessed the will of Ezekiel Matthews, wife Betsy..² He married Elizabeth Matthews, daughter of William Matthews Sr. and Elizabeth (-----), circa 1800.³

     Anna was born circa 1784 at Accomack Co, VA. She married (-----) Taylor (h/o Anna Matthews) circa 1800.¹ Anna was named in her father's will on 25 August 1807 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Anna Taylor in the will of William Matthews Sr..¹ Anna was named in her mother's will on 24 September 1811 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Ann Taylor in the will of Elizabeth Matthews..²

     (-----) was born circa 1780. He married Anna Matthews, daughter of William Matthews Sr. and Elizabeth (-----), circa 1800.¹

     Nehemiah was born circa 1786 at Accomack Co, VA. Nehemiah was named in his father's will on 25 August 1807 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Nehemiah Matthews in the will of William Matthews Sr..¹

     Sally was born circa 1766 at Accomack Co, VA. As of 22 March 1799,her married name was Matthews.² She married John Matthews, son of William Matthews Sr. and Elizabeth (-----), on 22 March 1799 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as John Matthews Jr. and she as Sally Kellam. No other information was given..² As of 13 May 1806,her married name was Delastatius.² She married Thomas Crippen Delastatius, son of Severn Delastatius and Atterlanter Evans, on 13 May 1806 at Accomack Co, VA.² Sally was named in her father's will on 11 June 1806 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my daughter Sally in the will of John Kellam Sr. He asked that the guardians of her children by her first husband John Matthews be paid £40 for schooling.¹ Sally was named in her sister's will on 3 June 1824 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my half-sister Sally Delastatius and given $100 in the will of Margaret Elliott, widow of Jesse Elliott & Thomas Bagwell.³

     Sally was born circa 1800. She married (-----) Whealton h|o Sally circa 1820.¹ She married John Kellam Matthews Sr., son of John Matthews and Sally Kellam, on 7 October 1824 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as John K. of John and she as Sally Whealton, widow. No other information was given..²

     (-----) was born circa 1800. He married Sally (-----) widow Whealton circa 1820.¹

     Elias was born circa 1765 at Accomack Co, VA.² He married Euphemia (-----) circa 1795.³ Elias was named in his father's will on 25 August 1807 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Elias Matthews in the will of William Matthews Sr..¹ Elias was named in his mother's will on 24 September 1811 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Elias Matthews and named as the Extr. in the will of Elizabeth Matthews..⁴ Elias was listed with his son in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Elias Mathews, age 85 in HH#1104 headed by Washington Mathews, a 44 year old farmer with real estate valued at $2,000..²

     Catharine was born circa 1783 at Accomack Co, VA. She married (h/o Catharine Matthews) Staton circa 1800.¹ Catharine was named in her father's will on 25 August 1807 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Catharine Staton..¹

     (h/o was born circa 1770. He married Catharine Matthews, daughter of William Matthews Sr. and Elizabeth (-----), circa 1800.¹

     Elizabeth was born circa 1805 at Accomack Co, VA. Elizabeth was named in her grandmother's will on 24 September 1811 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a granddaughter Elizabeth Matthews, daughter of Elias Matthews, in the will of Elizabeth Matthews..¹

     Coleman was born circa 1802 at Accomack Co, VA. Coleman was named in his grandmother's will on 24 September 1811 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a grandson Coleman Matthews, the son of John Matthews, in the will of Elizabeth Matthews..¹

     Asa was born circa 1795 at Accomack Co, VA. Asa was named in his grandmother's will on 24 September 1811 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a grandson Asa Matthews, son of Elias Matthews, in the will of Elizabeth Matthews..¹ He married Sally Thornton, daughter of Henry (of Edw'd) Thornton and Euphama Townsend, on 30 December 1816 at Accomack Co, VA. John Thornton was the security on the M.L.B. of Asa Matthews and Sally Thornton..²

     Sally was born circa 1799 at Accomack Co, VA. Sally was named in her father's will on 12 June 1815 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Sally Thornton in the will of Henry Thornton. She was given the whole of my land after her mother Euphamy's death and my Negro woman Leah & boy George & ....¹ She married Asa Matthews, son of Elias Matthews and Euphemia (-----), on 30 December 1816 at Accomack Co, VA. John Thornton was the security on the M.L.B. of Asa Matthews and Sally Thornton..²

     Revell was born circa 1800 at Accomack Co, VA. Revell was named in his grandmother's will on 24 September 1811 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a grandson Revell Gaskins, son of William Gaskins, in the will of Elizabeth Matthews..¹ He married Margaret 'Peggy' Melson, daughter of George Melson and Tabitha Kelly, on 13 December 1826 at Accomack Co, VA. George Melson Sr. & Zadoc Selby were the securities on the M.L.B. of Revell Gaskins of Wm. and Margaret Melson of Geo..² He was shown as Revel Gaskins, a buyer at the estate sale of George Melson, dec'd, on 7 & 10 Nov 1843.³

     Nancy was born circa 1810 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Michael R. Whealton, son of Charles Whealton and Polly Taylor, on 18 February 1835 at Accomack Co, VA. George W. Corbin was the security on the M.L.B. of Michael R. Whealton, widower, and Nancy Matthews, of Washburn..¹

     Shadrack was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. Shadrack witnessed a will on 24 September 1811 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Shadrack Bayly, along with William Downing and John Taylor, witnessed the will of Elizabeth Matthews..¹

     James was born circa 1798 at Accomack Co, VA.² James was named in his grandfather's will on 21 May 1803 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as James Ross, son of Betsy Ross dec'd, in the will of Thomas Metcalf. He was not old enough to be bound out..^3,4 He married Patsy Bishop, daughter of Jacob Bishop and Polly (-----), on 29 November 1821 at Accomack Co, VA. Littleton Bloxom and Jacob Bishop were the securities on the M.L.B. of James Ross of Eliz. and Patsy Bishop of Jacob..¹ 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 Ross the head of HH# 341, a 52 year old shoemaker. Listed with him were Patsy Ross, age 51; Ann Ross, age 19 and Levin Ross, age 7..²

     Patsy was born circa 1799 at Accomack Co, VA.² She married James Ross, son of (-----) Ross and Elizabeth 'Betsy' Metcalf, on 29 November 1821 at Accomack Co, VA. Littleton Bloxom and Jacob Bishop were the securities on the M.L.B. of James Ross of Eliz. and Patsy Bishop of Jacob..¹ Patsy was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Patsy Ross, age 51 in HH#341 headed by James Ross, a 52 year old shoemaker..²

     Ann was born circa 1831 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Ann was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Ann Ross, age 19 in HH#341 headed by James Ross, a 52 year old shoemaker..¹

     Levin was born circa 1843 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Levin was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Levin Ross, age 7 in HH#341 headed by James Ross, a 52 year old shoemaker..¹

     Elizabeth was born circa 1780 at Accomack Co, VA. She married (-----) Ross circa 1797.¹ Elizabeth died before 21 May 1803 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that James Ross, the son of Betsy Ross dec'd, was named in the will of Thomas Metcalf..¹

     Susan was born circa 1823 at Accomack Co, VA.² She married James Henry 'Jim' Baker, son of Edmond Baker and Sarah 'Sally' Powell, on 13 November 1844 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as James Baker and she was Susan Bloxom of Dennis. No other information was given..¹ Susan was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Susan Baker, age 27 in HH#342 headed by James Baker, a 30 year old farmer..² Susan died on 30 September 1857 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Susan Baker, who died of measles at the age of 39 years. She was the daugher Wm. Chesser, born in Acc Co and the wife of Jas. H. Baker, who gave the information. (Note: It is unclear why her marriage record shows her as the daugher of Dennis Bloxom and her death record shows her as the daughter of Wm. Chesser.).³

     Dennis was born on 7 August 1787 at Accomack Co, VA.² He married Henrietta 'Henny' Garrett, daughter of Nancy Garrett widow?, on 16 January 1809 at Accomack Co, VA. William Powell was the security on the M.L.B. of Dennis Bloxom and Henrietta Garett..³ Dennis was named in his father's will on 8 October 1815 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as my eldest son Dennis Bloxom in the will of Levin Bloxom..¹ He married Henrietta 'Henny' Baker, daughter of John Baker, on 27 February 1837 at Accomack Co, VA. James T. Gibbons & John Turlington were the securities on the M.L.B. of Dennis Bloxom and Henney Baker, widow of Samuel..³ Dennis was a deacon at Modest Town Baptist Church. Dennis was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Dennis Bloxom the head of HH#571, a 63 year old carpenter with real estate valued at $500. Listed with him were Henny Bloxom, age 53; Catharine T. Bloxom, age 23; and Caroline Bloxom, age 8..⁴ Dennis died on 16 March 1859 at age 71.² His body was interred at Parksley Cem, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as Dennis Bloxom, husband of Henrietta Bloxom, who died at the age of 72 years..²

     Henrietta was born circa 1797 at Accomack Co, VA.² She married Dennis Bloxom, son of Levin Bloxom, on 16 January 1809 at Accomack Co, VA. William Powell was the security on the M.L.B. of Dennis Bloxom and Henrietta Garett..³ Henrietta was named in her mother's will on 23 May 1813 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my daughter Henny Bloxom, wife of Dennis Bloxom in the will of Nancy Garret. Dennis Bloxom was to make her coffin and became the administrator of her estate..¹ Henrietta died before 27 February 1837. It was on this date that Dennis Bloxom married Henney Baker, widow of Samuel..³

     Elizabeth was born circa 1848 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 Elisa C. Baker, age 2 in HH#342 headed by James Baker, a 30 year old farmer..¹ Elizabeth was listed with her father in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Emily C. Baker, age 13 in HH#774 headed by Jas. H. Baker, a 40 year old farmer..² Elizabeth was listed with her father in the census of in 1870 at Metompkin District, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Emma Baker, age 22 and at home in HH#MT224 headed by James Baker, a 50 year old farmer..³

     Violet was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Violet Baker, age 4/12 in HH#342 headed by James Baker, a 30 year old farmer..¹ Violet was born circa 1850 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

     Henry was born circa 1835 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Henry was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Henry Hickman, age 15 in HH#342 headed by James Baker, a 30 year old farmer..¹

     Sarah was born circa 1738 at Accomack Co, VA. Sarah, who survived William Parramore, was a daughter of Robinson and mary Custis (see A95A), but before this marriage she had been the widow successively of James Justice, George Abbott and Southy Grinnalds.³ She married James Justice, son of Ralph Justice and Joyce Gore, circa 1765.⁴ Sarah was named in her husband's will on 31 August 1769 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as wife Sarah in the will of James Justice..⁵ She married George Abbott, son of Mason Abbott, in March 1770.^6,4 Sarah was named as administrator of an estate on 1 September 1785 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Sarah Abbott was named to settle the estate of George Abbott. Henry Custis, seaside, and John Burton were the securities..⁶ She married Southy Grinnalds, son of Henry Grinnalds and Catharine Lilliston, on 2 August 1786 at Accomack Co, VA. Edmund Custis was the security on the M.L.B. of Southy Grinales and Sarah Abbot..⁷ Sarah was named in her brother's will on 3 November 1792 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my sister Sarah Grinalds in the will of Henry Custis, wife Matilda.⁸ Sarah was named in her husband's will on 20 April 1798 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as wife Sarah Grinalds in the will of Southy Grinalds. He also named a son-in-law (meaning step-son today) Tommey Abbott, who is assumed to have been Sarah's son by a prior marriage..⁹ She married Col. William (26) Parramore Sr., son of Thomas (10) Parramore and Joanna Cusits Hope, on 12 November 1802 at Accomack Co, VA. John Henderson was the security on the M.L.B. of Wm. Parramore Sr. and Sarah Grinnalds..⁷ Sarah died before 22 February 1819 at Accomack Co, VA.⁴

     James was born in 1779 at Accomack Co, VA. James was named in his father's will on 31 March 1795 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son James Melson in the will of Levin Melson, wife Nanny..² He married Polly Dix on 28 December 1797 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown as only James Melson & Polly Dix.³ James Milliner Melson Jr. bought land in 1800 at Pastoria, Acc Co, VA. It was in this year that James Melson bought portions of Whitelaw's tract A103 near Pastoria, located between the 2 branches of present Parker's Creek. One portion was bought from Hancock Simpson, then sold to Colmore C. Hinman and then to Levi Dix, which became merged with the tract A103A, which is called the Dr. Dix Farm. The other portion was 6 acres in the southeast corner on the highway which James Melson bought from Preason, Caleb & Mary Dix and their mother Leah.⁴ He married Elizabeth 'Betsy' Savage on 7 January 1825 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown as James Melson and Elizabeth Polson.⁵ James was named as an heir on 27 September 1830 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that James Melson was named as a son of Levin Melson, dec'd, a carpenter in the Virginia Navy in the Rev. War.⁶ James was named as an heir on 28 June 1831 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Nanny Melson, widow of Levin Melson, who was formerly a carpenter in the Virginia Navy in the Rev. War is now dead. James Milliner Melson who is commonly called James Melson, the son of said Levin Melson is now living, Amey the dau of said Levin Melson died intestate leaving Nancy White her only child; Bridget, dau. of said Levin Melson died intestate Leaving Levin Lewis her only child; Rachel Melson, dau. of said Levin Melson has since died intestate and without issue; Noah Wyatt Melson commonly called Noah Melson has since died intestate leaving four children; William Henry Melson called Henry Melson, Cassey sometimes called Kessey, Thomas sometimes called James Thomas, and Samuel Melson, all of whom are minors expect the said Henry Melson.⁷ 1 Mar 1834 - I, James Melson, for & inconsideration of the natural love & affection which I bear for my granddaughter Molly Ann Bell, daughter of my daughter Sally Bell, do hereby give and grant to my said granddaughter all the articles of personal estate of every king and description here to for loaned by me to John Bell on his marriage with my said daughter, as will particularly appear by reference to said John Bell receipt to one of record in Acc Co Court Clerks Office and if my said granddaughter shall die under age and unmarried then all aforesaid personal estate to go to the other children of my said daughter who may then be living and in default of such other children, then to my said daughter Sally Bell. Signed James Melson. Witnessed by Jas. B. Ailsworth & _____. Recorded 3 Mar 1834.⁸ He sold land in 1839 at Pastoria, Acc Co, VA. It was in this year that James Melson sold his 6 acres of tract A103 to Colomore C. Hinman and 5 years later he and his wife Lovey H. sold to Dr. William T. Core. The house is shown in Whitelaw as tract A103B, called the Core Place. The house with 2 brick ends probably was built by James Melson following his purchase in 1800. The end wall of the parlor is paneled, and on each side of the fireplace are cupboards, with 20-pane glass doors with arched mouldings over the top row. The mantel is plain except for a delicate reeding, which also appears around the window frames and the room has a horizontal board wainscoting. The wainscoting in the dining room is vertically paneled, and the mantel is plain. To the right of it the wall is paneled, with a cupboard simiiar to those in the parlor; at one time the wall on the other side had the same treatment, but that woodwork has since been removed.⁴ He died before 28 February 1842 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of James Melson was granted to Elizabeth S. Melson with Levi Dix, James Eichelberger & Colmore C. Hinman securities. NOTE: The original record seems to be dated 31 Jan 1842 and reads "On the motion of Elizabeth S. Melson, $5,000 bond, with Levi Dix, James Eichelberger & Colmore C. Hinman security, administartion granted on the estate of James Melson dec'd."⁹ On 11 Oct 1842 - Elizabeth S. Melson &c - Plantiffs against James Melson's Heirs &c - Defendants. This day came the parties by their attorneys, and it is ordered that John D. Melson be appointed Guardian ad litem to the infant defendants Noah & Ann Melson, and that he be served with a copy of this order.¹⁰ On 14 Oct 1842 - Elizabeth S. Melson &c - Plantiffs against James Melson's Heirs &c - This cause came on this day to be heard upon the Bill & exhibits heretofore filed - and the infant defendants Noah, Levin, Mary & Ann Melson by Revel West their Guardian ad litem appointed by consent in Lieu of John D. Melson. (Rest in Reference to land he died seized.) (NOTE: Does not mention Thresa Melson.).¹¹ On 5 Jun 1843 - Elizabeth S. Melson against James Melson Jr. Heirs. Infants Noah, Levin, Mary, & Ann Melson. Also mentions John D. Melson. (NOTE: Does not mention Thresa Melson.).¹² On 27 Jun 1843 - James Melson Sr.(?) & Elizabeth S. Melson - On the Application of Elizabeth S. Melson Adm. of James Melson Sr.(?) dec'd ordered that George W. Bundick, John E. Wise & Thomas J. Rayfield or any 2 of them be commissioner to state, settle & make report there of to the next court.¹³ On 16 Oct 1843 - Levi Dix &c - Plaintiff - In Chancery - against - Elizabeth S. Melson Admr of James Melson Jr dec'd James H. Melson, John D. Melson, Parker Grinnalds & Elizabeth his wife, Sally Bell, Noah Melson, Mary Melson, Lewis Melson, Ann Melson & Theresa Melson - defendants. Also a Thomas Melson mentioned in the case. Also mentioned that Elizabeth S. Melson was the widow of James Melson.¹⁴ In his will of 23 Mar 1844 Levi Dix mentioned property formerly owned by James Melson.¹⁵ On 3 Jun 1844 - Elizabeth S. Melson was plaintiff in Chancery suit against James Melson's heirs &c defendants.¹⁶ On 11 Oct 1844 - Levi Dix is plaintiff in a chancery suit against James Melson Jr. Admr & heirs, defendant.¹⁷ On 7, 21 & 25 Jun 1845 Levi Dix was plaintiff against James Melson Jr. Admr & heirs, defendants.¹⁸ On 17 Oct 1845 - Levi Dix, Plaintiff against James Melson Jr, Admx &c - Defendants. The estate of James Melson was sold and debts were stated the amount debt and to be settled.¹⁹ On 18 Oct 1845 the Clerk was authorized decrees rencered at this term. Levi Dix vs James Melson's Admr &c.²⁰

     Henry was born circa 1826 at Accomack Co, VA.² Henry witnessed a will on 19 June 1845 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Robert W. Williams, Henry C. Grinnalds, James H. Wessells Jr. & Thomas J. Grinnalds witnessed the will of Joseph Riggs, wife Elizabeth.³ He married Sarah S. Fletcher on 29 October 1846 at Somerset Co, MD.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 C. Grinalds the head of HH#343, a 24 year old farmer. Listed with him were Sarah S. Grinalds, age 23; Mary R. Grinalds, age 3; Southey H. Grinalds, age 1 and John Crippen, a 27 year old black laborer..² Henry was listed as a head of household in the census of 1860 at Norfolk Co, VA. He was shown as Henry C. Grinalds, a head of household, a 36 year old farmer. Listed with him were the following Grinalds: Sarah S., a 30 year old house keeper; Mary R., age 13; Southy, age 11; Henry, age 9; Richard D., age 7; Charlotte R., age 5, William T., age 3; and Sarah J., age 11/12.⁵ He died on 15 February 1882 at Norfolk, VA.⁵

     Sarah was born circa 1827 at Accomack Co, VA.² As of circa 1845,her married name was Grinnalds.¹ She married Henry Clay Grinnalds, son of Capt. Southy Grinnalds (s/o Elijah) and Maria Rogers, on 29 October 1846 at Somerset Co, MD.¹ Sarah was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sarah S. Grinalds, age 23 in HH#343 headed by Henry C. Grinalds, a 24 year old farmer..² Sarah was listed with her husband in the census of 1860 at Norfolk Co, VA. She was shown as Sarah S. Grinalds, a 30 year old house keeper in a household headed by Henry C. Grinalds, a 36 year old farmer.³

     Mary was born circa 1847 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 R. Grinalds, age 3 in HH#343 headed by Henry C. Grinalds, a 24 year old farmer..¹ Mary was listed with her parents in the census of 1860 at Norfolk Co, VA. She was shown as Mary R. Grinalds, age 13 in a household headed by Henry C. Grinalds, a 36 year old farmer.²

     Southey was born circa 1849 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Southey was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Southey H. Grinalds, age 1 in HH#343 headed by Henry C. Grinalds, a 24 year old farmer..¹ Southey was listed with his parents in the census of 1860 at Norfolk Co, VA. He was shown as Southy Grinalds, age 11 in a household headed by Henry C. Grinalds, a 36 year old farmer.²

     Benjamin was born circa 1834 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Benjamin was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Benjamin H. Andrews, a 16 year old laborer in HH#344 headed by James B. Andrews, a 44 year old farmer..¹ He married Ellen Wessells, daughter of John Wessells Sr. and Nancy Parks, on 19 January 1858 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Benjamin Andrews (no parents shown) and she was shown as Ellen Wessells, ward of James Mason, who gave consent. The license was issued on 19 Jan 1858 and James Mason said that Benjamin was over age 21..² Benjamin was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Benjamin Andrews, the head of HH#561, a 25 year old waterman with real estate valued at $1,800 and personal property valued at $25. Listed with him were Ellen Andrews, age 21 and Sarah Andrews, age 1..³ Benjamin was listed with his sister in the census of in 1870 at Metompkin District, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Benjamin Andrews, a 27 year old sailor with real estate valued at $2,000 and personal property valued at $1,000. He was in HH#MT286 headed by Sarah Bloxom, a 30 year old house keeper..⁴

     Sarah was born circa 1833 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 E. Andrews, age 17 in HH#344 headed by James B. Andrews, a 44 year old farmer..¹ She married William Bloxom, son of George Bloxom and Narcissa Bloxom, circa 1855.² Sarah was listed with her husband in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sarah E. Bloxom, age 28 in HH#562 headed by William Bloxom, age 26 and farming. Also listed was Nancy Andrews, age 50, who was evidently her mother..²

     John was born circa 1831 at Accomack Co, VA.³ John was listed with his brother in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John H. Croswell, a 19 year old clerk in HH#1085 headed by Geo. E. Croswell, a 27 year old merchant with real estate valued at $3,500..³ He married Arinthia E.S. Johnson on 9 January 1854 at Accomack Co, VA. On the Acc Co, VA license of 9 Jan 1854 he was shown as John H. Croswell and she as Arinthia Johnson, ward of Samuel C. Johnson. On the Wor Co, MD license of 7 Feb 1854 he was shown as John H. Croswell and she was shown as Arinthia E.S. Johnson..^4,5,6 John died in November 1856 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as John H. Croswell, who died in Nov 1856 at the age of 25, the son of Geo. Croswell, who gave the information. His tomstone showed he died on 6 Sep 1856 at the age of 24 years..^1,2 His body was interred at Croswell Cem, Holden's Creek, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as John H. Croswell, the son of George & Marie Croswell, who died on 6 Sep 1856 at the age of 24 years..²

     George was born circa 1800 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Anamariah S. 'Marie' Houston on 18 July 1821 at Worcester Co, MD. He was shown as George 'Crosdall' and she was shown as Anamariah Houston. No other information was given..¹ George reported a death in November 1856 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Geo. Croswell reported the death of his son John H. Croswell, who died at the age of 25 years..²

     Arinthia was born circa 1835 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married John H. Croswell, son of George Croswell and Anamariah S. 'Marie' Houston, on 9 January 1854 at Accomack Co, VA. On the Acc Co, VA license of 9 Jan 1854 he was shown as John H. Croswell and she as Arinthia Johnson, ward of Samuel C. Johnson. On the Wor Co, MD license of 7 Feb 1854 he was shown as John H. Croswell and she was shown as Arinthia E.S. Johnson..^2,3,4 Arinthia died on 11 December 1856.¹ Her body was interred at Croswell Cem, Holden's Creek, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Arinthia E.S. Croswell, the wife of John H. Croswell, who died on 11 Dec 1856 at the age of 21 years..¹

     William was born circa 1823 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Elizabeth J. (-----) circa 1845.¹ 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 G. Riley, a 27 year old lawyer. Lised with him were Elizabeth J. Riley, age 22; Sally A. Riley, age 3; Edward R. Leatherbury, a 25 year old physician; and Edward L. Riley, age 1..¹

     Elizabeth was born circa 1828 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married William G. Riley Esq. circa 1845.¹ Elizabeth was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Elizabeth J. Riley, age 22 in HH#345 headed by William G. Riley, a 27 year old lawyer..¹

     Sally was born circa 1847 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Sally was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sally A. Riley, age 3 in HH#345 headed by William G. Riley, a 27 year old lawyer..¹

     Edward was born circa 1849 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 L. Riley, age 1in HH#345 headed by William G. Riley, a 27 year old lawyer..¹

     Edward was born on 29 January 1825 at Northampton Co, VA.^1,2 Edward was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Edward R. Leatherbury, a 25 year old physician in HH#345 headed by William G. Riley, a 27 year old lawyer..³ He married Elizabeth M. 'Bettie' Bagwell, daughter of Dr. Thomas P. Bagwell and Sarah Hamilton 'Sally' Wise, on 12 December 1855 at Onancock, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Edward R. Leatherbury, a 30 year old physician, born in N'hamp Co, the son of Jno. W. & Sally C. Leatherbury and she was shown as Bettie M. (Elizabeth on the lic) Bagwell, age 21, born in Acc Co, the daughter of Dr. Tho. P. and Sally H. Bagwell. They were married by J.M. Cheveis(?). John J. Wise said both were over age 21..¹ Edward died on 1 March 1913 at age 88.² His body was interred at Mt. Holly Cem, Onancock, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him has Edward R. Leatherbury, MD, the husband of Bettie B. Leatherbury..²

     John was born circa 1795 at Northampton Co, VA. He married Sally C. West, daughter of Charles West and Joanna Dunton, on 30 November 1818 at Northampton Co, VA. Jacob Nottingham Jr. was the security on the M.L.B. of John W. Leatherbury and Sally C. West, daughter of Charles West, who gave consent. Thos. S. Satchell was a witness..¹ He married Vianna G. Godwin, daughter of Esau Godwin and Ann S. West, circa 1840.¹

     Sally was born circa 1800 at Northampton Co, VA. She married Col. John W. Leatherbury, son of John (211) Leatherbury Sr. and Elizabeth 'Betsy' (205M) King, on 30 November 1818 at Northampton Co, VA. Jacob Nottingham Jr. was the security on the M.L.B. of John W. Leatherbury and Sally C. West, daughter of Charles West, who gave consent. Thos. S. Satchell was a witness..² Sally was named in her father's will on 2 February 1835 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as my daughter Sally C. Leatherberry in the will of Charles West, son Wm. W. West Extr.³

     Elizabeth was born on 12 March 1834 at Accomack Co, VA.^1,3 Elizabeth was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Elizabeth M. Bagwell, age 16 in HH#29 headed by Thos. Bagwell, a 44 year old physican with real estate valued at $2,000..² She married Dr. Edward R. Leatherbury, son of Col. John W. Leatherbury and Sally C. West, on 12 December 1855 at Onancock, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Edward R. Leatherbury, a 30 year old physician, born in N'hamp Co, the son of Jno. W. & Sally C. Leatherbury and she was shown as Bettie M. (Elizabeth on the lic) Bagwell, age 21, born in Acc Co, the daughter of Dr. Tho. P. and Sally H. Bagwell. They were married by J.M. Cheveis(?). John J. Wise said both were over age 21..¹ Elizabeth died on 2 July 1922 at age 88.³ Her body was interred at Mt. Holly Cem, Onancock, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Bettie B. Leatherbury, the wife of Edward R. Leatherbury..³

     His common name was Thomas. Thomas was born circa 1806 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Sarah Hamilton 'Sally' Wise, daughter of Tully (442) Wise II and Sarah Luker, on 28 February 1828 at Accomack Co, VA. D. Bowman was the security on the M.L.B. of Thomas P. Bagwell and Miss Sarah H. Wise, of Tully, dec'd..² Thomas was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Thos. Bagwell the head of HH#29, a 44 year old physican with real estate valued at $2,000. Listed with him were the following Bagwells: Sally H., age 44; Sally W., age 19; Elizabeth M., age 16; Edmund R., age 10; Thomas Jr., age 8; Margaret S., age 6; Anna D., age 3; and Geo. H., an 18 year old student. Also listed were Elizabeth Wise, age 50 and Sally Hickman, age 55..¹

     Sarah was born circa 1806 at Accomack Co, VA.² She married Dr. Thomas P. Bagwell on 28 February 1828 at Accomack Co, VA. D. Bowman was the security on the M.L.B. of Thomas P. Bagwell and Miss Sarah H. Wise, of Tully, dec'd..¹ Sarah was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sally H. Bagwell, age 44 in HH#29 headed by Thos. Bagwell, a 44 year old physican with real estate valued at $2,000..²

     Samuel was born circa 1814 at Accomack Co, VA.² He married Elizabeth Russell on 24 December 1838 at Accomack Co, VA. James P. Gibbons was the security on the M.L.B. of Samuel Andrews and Elizabeth Russell..³ Samuel was named in his father's will on 3 February 1844 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Samuel Andrews in the will of Elkanah Andrews..¹ Samuel was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Samuel Andrews, a 36 year old farmer. Listed with him were Elizabeth Andrews, age 31; John W. Andrews, age 9; and Oliver G. Andrews, age 4..²

     Elizabeth was born circa 1819 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married Samuel Andrews, son of Elkanah (100) Andrews and Hetty Taylor, on 24 December 1838 at Accomack Co, VA. James P. Gibbons was the security on the M.L.B. of Samuel Andrews and Elizabeth Russell..² Elizabeth was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Elizabeth Andrews, age 31 in HH#346 headed by Samuel Andrews, a 36 year old farmer..¹

     John was born circa 1841 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 W. Andrews, age 9 in HH#346 headed by Samuel Andrews, a 36 year old farmer..¹ He married Catherine Colonna, daughter of James T. Colonna and Ann 'Nancy' Bennett, on 12 January 1865 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as John Andrews, a 22 year old farmer (parents not shown) and she was shown as Catherine Colonna, age 21 and widowed, the daughter of James & Nancy Colonna. The license was issued and they were married on 12 Jan 1865..²

     Oliver was born circa 1846 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Oliver was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Oliver G. Andrews, age 4 in HH#346 headed by Samuel Andrews, a 36 year old farmer..¹

     Southey was born circa 1785 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Adah 'Ader' (363) West, daughter of Phillip Parker (121) West and Elizabeth (-----), on 21 January 1806 at Accomack Co, VA. Isaac Wright was the security on the M.L.B. of Southey Grinnalds and Ader West..² Southey was named as administrator of an estate on 29 November 1820 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Thomas Fox was granted to Southey Grinnalds with Thomas Edwards & George White securities.³ He was security on the administration of an estate on 29 January 1821 at Accomack Co, VA. When the will of Thomas Hickman, of Richard), wife Sinah, was probated John Young became the admr with George P. Bagwell, Edmund Parks & Southey Grinnalds of William securities.⁴ Southey was named in his father's will on 7 May 1821 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Southey Grinnalds, who had a son Parker Grinnalds, in the will of William Grinnalds Sr...¹ He was security on the probate of a will on 24 November 1823 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Southey B. Grinnalds & Charles Mason were securities on the probate of the will of Isaac Dix.⁵ He was security on the administration of an estate on 12 August 1824 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Thomas Gray was granted to James Gray with Dennis Gray and Southey B. Grinnalds securities.⁶ Southey died before 30 November 1824 at Accomack Co, VA.⁷ Southey estate was settled on 31 August 1827 at Accomack Co, VA. 10 & 13 Dec 1824 (Invy & Sale), 26 Nov 1827 (Rec'd) - Appraisers: S. C. White, William Stran & George White. 31 Aug 1827 (Audit & Rec'd) - William Haley Admr. Note to William Haley in right of his wife $104. Auditors: William Elliott & John T. Elliott.
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     Adah was born circa 1788 at Accomack Co, VA. As of 21 January 1806,her married name was Grinnalds.² She married Southey B(undick) Grinnalds, son of William Grinnalds Sr. and Nancy Bundick, on 21 January 1806 at Accomack Co, VA. Isaac Wright was the security on the M.L.B. of Southey Grinnalds and Ader West..² Adah was named in her sister's will on 6 September 1808 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my sister Adder Grinnalds in the will of Leah West, John West Extr.³

     Zadock was born on 20 August 1813 at Accomack Co, VA.³ He married Leah Grinnalds, daughter of Southey B(undick) Grinnalds and Adah 'Ader' (363) West, on 8 October 1835 at Accomack Co, VA. Major Mason Jr. was the security on the M.L.B. of Zadock Mason and Leah Grinnalds. Another record of the same date shows her as Nancy Grinalds..⁴ Zadock was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Zadoc Mason the head of HH#348, a 36 year old farmer with real estate valued at $400. Listed with him were the following Masons: Leah, age 30; William T., age 13; Littleton, age 11; James H., age 9; Gilet, age 6; and Amanda, age 1. Also listed with him were Ada Grinalds, age 15 and George Mitchell, a 16 year old laborer..⁵ Zadock was named in his father's will on 8 September 1853 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Zadock Mason in the will of Major Mason Sr..⁶ Zadock was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Zadock Mason the head of HH#450, a 49 year old farmer with real estate valued at $3,000 and personal property valued at $1,000. Listed with him were the following Masons: Leah, age 49; William, age 23; Middleton, age 21; James H., age 19; Gilbert, age 16; Amanda, age 12; and Betty, age 8. Also listed was Nancy Custer, age 22 and black..⁷ Zadock died on 28 April 1866 at Accomack Co, VA, at age 52. He was shown as Zadoc Mason, who died of consumption at the age of 52 years, the son of Major & Rachel. He was born in Acc Co, a farmer, and the husband of Leah. His son (unnamed) gave the information..^1,3 His body was interred at Mason Cem, Hopeton, Acc Co, VA.³

     Leah was born in 1815 at Accomack Co, VA. The 1850 census puts her birth at 1820, but her tombstone puts it at 1815..^2,3 She married Zadock Mason, son of Major Mason Sr. and Rachel Parks, on 8 October 1835 at Accomack Co, VA. Major Mason Jr. was the security on the M.L.B. of Zadock Mason and Leah Grinnalds. Another record of the same date shows her as Nancy Grinalds..⁴ Leah was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Leah Mason, age 30 in HH#348 headed by Zadoc Mason, a 36 year old farmer..² Leah was listed with her husband in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Leah Mason, age 49 in HH#450 headed by Zadock Mason, a 49 year old farmer..⁵ Leah died on 2 October 1892. Her tombstone shows her as Leah Mason, wife of Zadock, who died 2 Oct 1892 at the age of 77 years..³ Her body was interred at Mason Cem, Hopeton, Acc Co, VA.³

     Middleton was born on 24 May 1839 at Accomack Co, VA.³ Middleton was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Littleton Mason, age 11 in HH#348 headed by Zadoc Mason, a 36 year old farmer..¹ Middleton was listed with his parents in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Middleton Mason, age 21 in HH#450 headed by Zadock Mason, a 49 year old farmer..⁴ He married Ellen Elizabeth Shrieves, daughter of William S. Shrieves and Tabitha Snead, on 30 November 1871 at Modest Town, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Middleton Mason, a 32 year old single farmer, the son of Zadock & Leah Mason and she was shown as Ellen E. Shrieves, age 19, the daughter of William & Tabitha Shrieves. They were married near Modest Town by D.A. Woodson..² He married Sarah J. Mears, daughter of Meshack Mears III and Elizabeth Hickman, on 27 February 1878 at Modest Town, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Middleton Mason, a 38 year old widowed farmer, the son of Zadock & Leah Mason and shew was shown as Sarah J. Townsend, a 34 year old widow, the daughter of Meshack & Elizabeth Mears. They were married by J.W. Hundley..² Middleton died on 30 November 1914 at age 75.³ His body was interred at Modest Town Baptist Ch Cem, Acc Co, VA.³

     Gillet was born on 24 May 1844 at Accomack Co, VA.³ Gillet was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Gilet Mason, age 4 in HH#348 headed by Zadoc Mason, a 36 year old farmer..¹ Gillet was listed with his parents in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Gilbert Mason, age 16 in HH#450 headed by Zadock Mason, a 49 year old farmer..⁴ He married Adeline W. Shrieves, daughter of William S. Shrieves and Tabitha Snead, on 26 October 1865 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Gillet Mason, a 21 year old farmer, the son of Zadock & Leah Mason and she was shown as Adaline Shreaves, age 21, the daughter of Wm. S. & Tabitha Shreaves. They were married by J.E. Bundick..² He married Sallie F. Shrieves, daughter of William S. Shrieves and Tabitha Snead, on 13 February 1878 at Modest Town, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Gillet Mason, a 34 year old farmer, the son of Zadock & Leah Mason and she was shown as Sally Shreaves, age 23, the daughter of Wm. S. & Tabitha Shreaves. They were married by D.A. Woodson..² Gillet died on 16 April 1923 at age 78.³ His body was interred at Mason Cem, Hopeton, Acc Co, VA.³

     Amanda was born on 14 November 1848 at Accomack Co, VA.² Amanda was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Amanda Mason, age 1 in HH#348 headed by Zadoc Mason, a 36 year old farmer..¹ Amanda was listed with her parents in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Amanda Mason, age 12 in HH#450 headed by Zadock Mason, a 49 year old farmer..³ Amanda died on 10 July 1914 at age 65.² Her body was interred at Mason Cem, Hopeton, Acc Co, VA.²

     George was born circa 1725 at Accomack Co, VA. George was named as administrator of an estate on 26 December 1749 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that George Abbott was named to settle the estate of Abbott Mason. Ralph Justice and Samuel Burton were the securities..² He married Sarah (85) Custis, daughter of Robinson (238) Custis and Mary (35) Parramore, in March 1770.^3,4 George died in August 1785.³ Administration of George's estate was filed on 1 September 1785 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Sarah Abbott was named to settle the estate of George Abbott. Henry Custis, seaside, and John Burton were the securities.³

     Catharine was born circa 1720 at Accomack Co, VA. As of circa 1740,her married name was Grinnalds.² She married Henry Grinnalds, son of Richard Grinnalds I and Mary (-----), circa 1740.² Catharine was named as administrator of an estate on 28 March 1758 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Catherine Greenalds was named to settle the estate of Henry Greenalds. Isaiah Johnson & Elijah Lilliston were the securities..² Catharine witnessed a will on 12 May 1772 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Thomas Bayly, Richard Drummond & Catherine Grinnals witnessed the will of Thomas Riley Sr.³ She gave by deed of gift on 27 January 1795 at Accomack Co, VA. Catherine Grinnalds of Accomack Parish to her son Thomas Grinnalds the following slaves: Rachel, Wafe, Harry Pompy & Dolly (the youngest child of Rachel).⁴ Catharine was named in her son's will on 20 April 1798 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as mother Catharine Grinalds in the will of Southy Grinalds..⁵ Catharine was named in her son's will on 10 February 1801 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as mother Catharine Grinnalds in the will of Elijah Grinnalds..⁶

     Elijah was born circa 1740 at Accomack Co, VA. He inherited land in 1758 at tract A108, north side Hunting Creek, Acc Co, VA. It was in this year that Henry Greenalds (wife Catherine) died intestate and was succeeded by a son Elijah, who in 1818 (wife Sarah) left to his son Southy the part between the creek and the neck road, and to his son William that above the road; after the death of William a few years later, his part was bought by Southy. In 1844 he and his wife Maria Grinnalds sold a 200-acre plantation to Shalmaneser Davis.² He married Sarah (-----) circa 1768.¹ Elijah Grinnalds was security on the administration of an estate on 26 April 1786 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the unadministered estate of James Drummond was granted to William Drummond with Elijah Grinalds security.³ He was security on the administration of an estate on 30 June 1790 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of George Oldham was granted to John Custis & John Poulson with Elijah Grinalds & Southy Satchell securities.⁴ Elijah was named in his brother's will on 29 January 1795 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as my brother Elijah Grinnalds in the will of Thomas Grinnalds.⁵ Elijah witnessed a will on 28 February 1795 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Edmund Custis, Fenwick Fisher, William East & Elijah Grinnalds witnessed the will of Richard Drummond Sr.⁶ Elijah was named as administrator of an estate between 28 April 1795 and 29 June 1795 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Thomas Grinalds was granted to Elijah Grinalds & Southy Grinalds with Charles Stockly security.⁷ Elijah was named in his brother's will on 20 April 1798 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a brother Elijah Grinalds in the will of Southy Grinalds..⁸ Elijah was listed as a head of household in the census of 1800 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Elijah Grinalds a head of household, age over 45 (b. before 1755). Listed with him were 2 males, age 16-26 (b.c. 1774-1784) (probably sons William & Southy), 2 females, age over 45 and 6 slaves.⁹ He made a will on 10 February 1801 at Accomack Co, VA. To wife Sarah Grinnalds my Negro woman Peg during her life & then to be free & Negro girl Easter the same & then to be free. To son William Grinnalds the plantation where Leroy(?) Annis now lives, north of Neck road adjoining the land of the heirs of Richard Drummond dec'd. To son William ½ of my marsh lying on Hunting Creek & Back Creek & $150 to repair his plantation. To son John Grinnalds my Bible & ... To son Southey Grinnalds the plantation whereon I now live & other land & ½ of marsh lying on Hunting Creek & Back Creek & ... To son William a horse that was his brother Thomas' & ... Wife Sarah to have use of all my remaining estate during her life or widowhood for the maintenance of herself & my mother Catharine Grinnalds & at her death or marriage to my sons William Grinnalds & Southey Grinnalds. Witt: Thomas Bayly & Daniel Ardis..¹ Elijah was listed as a head of household in the census of 1810 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Elijah Grinnalds a head of household, age over 45 (b.c. before 1765. Listed with him was 1 male age 16-26; 2 males age 26-45; 1 female age over 45 and 9 slaves.⁹ Elijah died before 31 March 1818 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Elijah estate was settled on 30 April 1822 at Accomack Co, VA. 17 Sep 1818 (Invy), 8 Oct 1818 (Sale), 29 Jan 1822 (Order to Audit), 30 Apr 1822 (Rec'd) - William Grinnalds Admr. Appraisers: William Riley, William Lewis & Major Rayfield. Named in settlement: Southey Grinnalds, Schooner "President". Auditors: William P. Custis & William Gillett..¹⁰

     Sarah was born circa 1745 at Accomack Co, VA. As of circa 1768,her married name was Grinnalds.¹ She married Elijah Grinnalds, son of Henry Grinnalds and Catharine Lilliston, circa 1768.¹ Sarah was named in her husband's will on 10 February 1801 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as wife Sarah in the will of Elijah Grinnalds..¹ Sarah was listed as a head of household in the census of 1820 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sarah Grinalds, a head of househould, age over 45 (b.before 1775). Listed with her was 1 male age 0-10; 2 males, age 26-45; 3 females, age 0-10; 1 female age 16-26; 1 female age 26-45 & 8 slaves.²

     Sarah was born circa 1788 at Accomack Co, VA.³ She married William Grinnalds Sr., son of Richard Grinnalds II and (-----) (-----), on 21 September 1814 at Accomack Co, VA. William White, BS, was the security on the M.L.B. of William Grinnalds Sr. and Sally Joynes of William dec'd..^4,1 Sarah was named in her husband's will on 7 May 1821 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as wife Sally Grinnalds in the will of William Grinnalds Sr..⁵ She married John Benjamin Downing, son of Francis Downing and Polly (-----), on 4 December 1823 at Accomack Co, VA. Sebastian Cropper & John Waters Cropper were the securities on the M.L.B. of John B. Downing and Sally Grinalds, widow of William..¹ Sarah was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sally Downing, age 62 in HH#1148 headed by Jno. D. Downing, a 50 year old carpenter with real estate valued at $1,200..³ Sarah died on 16 January 1855 at District 3, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sarah Downing, who died of paralysis at the age of 68 years. She was the daughter of Wm. & Rachael Joynes, born in Acc Co. and the wife of John B. Downing, who gave the information..²

     William was born circa 1760 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Rachael (349) West, daughter of Alexander (119) West and Judah (-----), circa 1785.¹ William died before 28 September 1813 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of William Joynes was granted to William P. Custis with Major S. Pitts & Michael Higgins securities. Also, the 21 Sep 1814 marriage of William Grinnalds Sr. to Sally Joynes showed her as the daughter of William dec'd..^2,3

     John was born circa 1768 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Mary (-----) circa 1795.² John was named in his uncle's will on 29 January 1795 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as my nephew John Grinnalds in the will of Thomas Grinnalds.³ John was listed as a head of household in the census of 1800 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John Grinalds, a head of household, age 26-45 (b.c. 1755-1774). Listed with him were 2 males age 0-10; 1 female age 10-16; 1 female age 26-45 & no slaves.⁴ John was named in his father's will on 10 February 1801 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son John Grinnalds in the will of Elijah Grinnalds..¹ He lived before 1810 at Alexandria Co, VA. According to Mark C. Lewis, this John Grinnalds moved to Alexandria, VA before 1810 and married a Mary (-----).² He sold land on 10 October 1810 at Alexandria, VA. It was on this date that John Grinnalds & his wife Mary of Alexandria County, VA sold 132 acres of land to Richard Hickman for 780 pounds current money. Since there is no Alexandria County in VA, this must have been the City of Alexandria, VA.⁵

     Thomas was born circa 1772 at Accomack Co, VA. Thomas was named in his uncle's will on 29 January 1795 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as my nephew Thomas Grinnalds in the will of Thomas Grinnalds.² Thomas was named in his uncle's will on 20 April 1798 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Thomas Grinalds in the will of Southy Grinalds, wife Sarah.³ Thomas died before 10 February 1801 at Accomack Co, VA.⁴ According to Mark C. Lewis, this Thomas Grinnalds was lost at sea post 1798.⁵

     Southy was born circa 1784 at Accomack Co, VA.² Southy was named in his uncle's will on 20 April 1798 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as my nephew Southy Grinalds in the will of Southy Grinalds, wife Sarah.³ He married Maria Rogers circa 1800.^4,5 Southy was named in his father's will on 10 February 1801 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Southy Grinnalds in the will of Elijah Grinnalds..⁶ Southy was listed as a head of household in the census of 1810 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Southey Grinnalds a head of household, age 26-45 (b.c. 1775-1794). Listed with him were 1 male, age 0-10; 1 female age 0-10; & 1 female age 16-26 & 2 slaves.⁷ He inherited land in 1818 at tract A108, north side Hunting Creek, Acc Co, VA. In 1758 Henry Greenalds (wife Catherine) died intestate and was succeeded by a son Elijah, who in 1818 (wife Sarah) left to his son Southy the part between the creek and the neck road, and to his son William that above the road; after the death of William a few years later, his part was bought by Southy. In 1844 he and his wife Maria Grinnalds sold a 200-acre plantation to Shalmaneser Davis. Southy was listed as a head of household in the census of 1820 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Southy Grinnalds a head of household, age 26-45 (b.c. 1775-1794). Listed with him were 1 male, age 0-10; 1 male age 10-16; 3 females, age 0-10; 1 female age 10-16; & 1 female age 26-45 & 3 slaves.⁷ Southy was named in his brother's will on 3 October 1822 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as brother Southey Grinnalds in the will of William Grinnalds and he became the Admr at probate.⁸ Southy was named as an appraiser of an estate on 29 January 1827 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that William Riley, Absalom Lewis & Southey Grinnalds were ordered to appraise the estate of Scarburgh Lewis.⁹ He was security on the probate of a will on 16 June 1829 at Accomack Co, VA. Southy Grinnalds & George P. Ewell were named securities at probate of the will of John Parks Sr.¹⁰ He was security on the administration of an estate on 29 June 1829 at Accomack Co, VA. John C. Kellam, William Riley, Southey Grinnalds & Samuel Coleburn were securities on the administation of the estate of Sally Stran.¹¹ Southy proved a will on 29 June 1829 at Accomack Co, VA. There being no witnesses William Riley, William R. Custis & Southey Grinnalds made oath that they were well acquainted with the handwriting of William Stran. Jane Stran & Mary P. Stran became Admrs. with John C. Kellam, William Riley, Southey Grinnalds & Samuel Coleburn securities.¹² Southy was listed as a head of household in the census of 1830 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Capt. Southy Grinalds a head of household, age 30-40 (b.c. 1790-1800). Listed with him were 1 male, age 5-10; 1 male age 10-15; 2 females, age 0-5; 1 female age 15-20; & 1 female age 30-40 & 9 slaves.¹ Southy was listed as a head of household in the census of 1840 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Southy Grinalds a head of household, age 50-60 (b.c. 1780-1790). Listed with him were 1 male, age 15-20; 1 male age 20-30; 1 female, age 20-30; 1 free negro & 8 slaves.¹³ Southy witnessed a will on 28 October 1843 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Polly Ayres, Margaret Ayres & Southy Grinnalds witnessed the will of Lavinia Lewis.¹⁴ Southy sold land in 1844 at Accomack Co, VA. It was in this year that Southy, the son of Elijah Greenalds, and his wife Maria Grinnalds sold a 200-acres plantation to Shalmaneser Davis..⁴ He died before 30 September 1844 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Robert A. Young was named to settle the estate of Maria Grinnalds. Edward J. Young and Isaiah W. Bagwell were the securities. (NOTE: He was evidently dec'd by this date, as he would have been named to settle his wife's estate. However, Turman shows he died in 1856, but does not show a reference for this, but does show that a record of Southy after 1844 is being sought.).^15,2