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     Lucinda was born on 3 April 1828 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married John P. Walker, son of Henry S. Walker and Peggy Phillips, on 8 August 1846 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown only as John P. Walker and Lucinda Parker. No other information was given..² Lucinda was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Lucinda Walker, age 22 in HH#421 headed by Jno. P. Walker, a 37 year old farmer..³ Lucinda died on 1 February 1921 at age 92.¹ Her body was interred at Onancock Cem, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Lucinda Parker Walker, 3 Apr 1828 - 1 Feb 1921..¹

     Mary was born circa 1810 at Accomack Co, VA. She married John P. Walker, son of Henry S. Walker and Peggy Phillips, on 6 January 1834 at Accomack Co, VA. Napoleon White was the security on the M.L.B. of John P. Walker and Mary J. Kellam of Bridget..¹

     Zorobabel was born circa 1778 at Accomack Co, VA. Zorobabel was named in his father's will on 16 June 1782 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as my son Zorobable Kellam in the will of Eazer Kellam, wife Ann. He was given 100 aces purchased of Edmond Bradford in Bradford's Neck.¹ Zorobabel was named in his grandfather's will on 12 February 1791 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as grandson Zorobabel Kellam in the will of Zorobabel Kellam, wife Mary. He was given 50 aces which I bought of Edmond & Thomas Bradford adjacent to his own land in Bradford's Neck.² He married Bridget Addison, daughter of Nathan (118) Addison and Elizabeth Fletcher, 02 Oct 1798 (bond) at Accomack Co, VA. David Bowman was the security on the M.L.B. of Zorobabel Kellam and Bridget Addison..³ Zorobabel was named as administrator of an estate on 30 December 1799 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of John Kellam was granted to Zorobabel Kellam, Margaret Kellam, widow of John, relinquishing her right with Samuel Coleburn & Richard Read securities.⁴ He was the security on a M.L.B. On 26 October 1818 at Accomack Co, VA. George S. Fisher & Zorobabel Kellam were the security on the M.L.B. of John Ball, shoemaker, and Sally Darby of Owen.³ He married Ann C. (-----) circa 1820.⁵ Zorobabel Kellam II died on 30 January 1826 at Accomack Co, VA. He was evidently dec'd by this date as
John R. Potter was the security on the M.L.B. of John Window and Alice Kellam, orphan of Zorobabel.³

     Bridget was born circa 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. As of 2 October 1798,her married name was Kellam.² She married Zorobabel Kellam II, son of Eazer Kellam and Ann 'Nancy' Smith (Smith?), 02 Oct 1798 (bond) at Accomack Co, VA. David Bowman was the security on the M.L.B. of Zorobabel Kellam and Bridget Addison..² Bridget made a will on 6 February 1830 at St. Georges Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Bridget Kellam of St. George Parish. To Isaac Smith my right in land at Pungoteague warehouse presently occupied by John R. Potter & which there is a suit now pending. Isaac Smith Extr. Witt: Albert R. Heath, Levin Window & Edmond Leatherbury.³ She died before 27 September 1830 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that her will was probated.³

     George was born circa 1836 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ George was listed with his father in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Geo. L. Walker, age 14 in HH#421 headed by Jno. P. Walker, a 37 year old farmer..¹

     Virginia was born circa 1839 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Virginia was listed with his father in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Virginia Walker, age 11 in HH#421 headed by Jno. P. Walker, a 37 year old farmer..¹

     Margaret was born circa 1841 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Marg't E. Walker, age 9 in HH#421 headed by Jno. P. Walker, a 37 year old farmer..¹ Margaret was listed with her father in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Marg't E. Walker, age 9 in HH#421 headed by Jno. P. Walker, a 37 year old farmer..¹

     Ellen was born circa 1843 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Ellen was listed with her father in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Ellen Walker, age 7 in HH#421 headed by Jno. P. Walker, a 37 year old farmer..¹

     Mary was born circa 1847 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Mary was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mary A. Walker, age 3 in HH#421 headed by Jno. P. Walker, a 37 year old farmer..¹

     George was born circa 1832 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ George was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Geo. Bradford, age 18 in HH#421 headed by Jno. P. Walker, a 37 year old farmer. Living next door as the head of HH#422 was Margaret Bradford, 48, who may have been his mother..¹

     Nathaniel was born circa 1800 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Margaret 'Peggy' Beach, daughter of Mary 'Molly' Beach, on 2 March 1825 at Accomack Co, VA. John S. Beach was the security on the M.L.B. of Nathaniel Bradford of Richard and Margaret Beach of Molly..¹

     Margaret was born circa 1802 at Accomack Co, VA.² She married Nathaniel Bradford, son of Richard Bradford, on 2 March 1825 at Accomack Co, VA. John S. Beach was the security on the M.L.B. of Nathaniel Bradford of Richard and Margaret Beach of Molly..¹ Margaret was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Peggy Bradford, age 45 in HH#903 headed by Alice Heath, age 38. Also listed with her were John Cobb, a 38 year old carpenter; Edw'd East, age 105; James Bradford, age 15; and Emma Bradford, age 20..² Margaret was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Marg't Bradford, the head of HH#422, age 48. Listed with her were Emily Bradford, age 25; and James Bradford, age 16; and next door in HH#421 headed by Jno. P. Walker, a 37 year old farmer, was Geo. Bradford, age 18, who may have also been her son..² Margaret was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1860 at Locustville P.O., St.George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Peggy Bradford the head of HH#428, age 60 and spinning, no property values. Listed with him were the following Bradfords: Emily A., a 33 year old seamstress; John H., a 29 year old farm laborer; James W., age 25; Wm. T., age 9; and Mary V., age 7/12. (NOTE: Wm. T. and Mary V. were evidently the children of her daughter Emily.).³

     Mary was born circa 1785 at Accomack Co, VA. As of circa 1805,her married name was Coleburn.² She married George Coleburn, son of William Coleburn and Rachel (-----), circa 1805.² Mary was named in her father's will on 20 October 1815 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mary Coleburn and named one of the residual legatees in the will of Kendall Beach, wife Rosey.¹ She inherited land in 1825 at Accomack Co, VA. It was in this year that the Extr of Wesket Elliott sold 56 acres, it being the Anne Elliott part of tract A47 west of Wachapreague, to William Beach. No record of his death was noted, but in some way title went to his sister Molly, who married George Coleburn. From then it went to Samuel Coleburn and to his daughter Mary, who married Francis T. Stockley. It contains the Coleburn Place (A47B), which was probably built by John Ellliott before 1800.³ Her body was interred at Beach Cem, Watchapreague, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Mollie Beach Coleburn, wife of George, no dates..⁴

     Richard was born circa 1775 at Accomack Co, VA.

     Emily was born circa 1825 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Emily was listed with her mother in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Emma Bradford, age 20 in HH#903 headed by Alice Heath, age 38. Also listed with her were John Cobb, a 38 year old carpenter; Edw'd East, age 105; Peggy Bradford, age 45; and James Bradford, age 15..¹ Emily was listed with her mother in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Emily Bradford, age 25 in HH#422 headed by Marg't Bradford, age 48..¹ Emily was listed with her mother in the census of in 1860 at Locustville P.O., St.George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Emily A. Bradford, a 33 year old seamstress in HH#428 headed by Peggy Bradford, age 60 and spinning. Listed at the bottom of the househould was Wm. T. Bradford, age 9 and Mary V. Bradford, age 7/12, who were evidently her children..² Emily was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1870 at Locust Mount PO, St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Emma Bradford the head of HH#LM1316, a 42 year old house keeper. Listed with her were the following Bradfords: Mary, age 11 and at home; Marg't, age 5 and at home; and Wm. W., a 20 year old sailor..³

     James was born circa 1834 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ James was listed with his mother in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as James Bradford, age 15 in HH#903 headed by Alice Heath, age 38. Also listed with her were John Cobb, a 38 year old carpenter; Edw'd East, age 105; Peggy Bradford, age 35; and Emma Bradford..¹ James was listed with his mother in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as James Bradford, age 16 in HH#422 headed by Marg't Bradford, age 48..¹ James was listed with his mother in the census of in 1860 at Locustville P.O., St.George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as James W. Bradford, age 25 in HH#428 headed by Peggy Bradford, age 60 and spinning..²

     Harriet was born circa 1849 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Harriet was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Harriet A. Hutchinson, age 1 in HH#424 headed by James H. Hutchinson, a 25 year old carpenter..¹

     William was born on 7 August 1857 at Accomack Co, VA.² He married Elizabeth Hauck (?) circa 1880.³ William reported a death on 3 December 1894 at District 2, Acc Co, VA. It was on this date that Wm. L. Hutchinson reported the death of his father Jas. H. Hutchinson, who died of paralysis at the age of 69 years and 4 months..¹ He died on 4 March 1937 at age 79.² William was buried at St. George's Episcopal Church Cemetery, Pungoteague, Acc Co, VA.²

     John was born on 16 March 1798 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Harriet T. Rogers, daughter of Levy Rogers and Euphamy Parker, on 25 November 1823 at Accomack Co, VA. James Walker and James Eichelberger were the securities on the M.L.B. of John W. Hutchinson and Harriet T. Rodgers, orphan of Levi..^2,3 John was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Jno. W. Hutchinson the head of HH#502, a 52 year old farmer with real estate valued at $5,000. Listed with him were the following Hutchinsons: Harriet, age 45; Jno. T., a 25 year old carpenter; Raymond R., a 21 year old merchant; Wm. L., an 18 year old carpenter; Joseph, a 16 year old student; Rebecca, age 11; and Susan R., age 9. Also listed was Ann Smith, age 45..⁴ John died on 26 June 1864 at age 66.¹ His body was interred at Hutchinson Cem, Harborton, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as John W. Hutchinson, the son of Levi & Dorothy. He died at the age of 66 years, 3 months and 10 days..¹

     Harriet was born on 25 October 1804 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married John Walker Hutchinson, son of Levi Hutchinson and Dorothy Walker, on 25 November 1823 at Accomack Co, VA. James Walker and James Eichelberger were the securities on the M.L.B. of John W. Hutchinson and Harriet T. Rodgers, orphan of Levi..^2,3 Harriet was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Harriet Hutchinson, age 45 in HH#502 headed by Jno. W. Hutchinson, a 52 year old farmer with real estate valued at $5,000..⁴ Harriet died on 9 August 1888 at age 83.¹ Her body was interred at Hutchinson Cem, Harborton, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Harriet T. Hutchinson, the wife of John W. Hutchinson and the daughter of Levi & Euphaney Rogers..¹

     Levi was born circa 1770 at Accomack Co, VA. Levi was named in his father's will on 2 September 1787 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son Levi Hutchinson in the will of John Hutchinson, wife Saran. According to Whitelaw, John Hutchinson, wife Sarah, left the 250-acre Wyatt Place (tract A32) to his son Robert and the balance of 312 acres to his son Levi.^1,3 He married Dorothy Walker, daughter of Capt. John Walker Jr. and Elizabeth (-----), circa 1795. Levi was named in his mother's will on 14 April 1801 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son Levi Hutchinson in the will of Sarah Hornsby.² Levi died before 28 June 1824 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated..⁴

     Dorothy was born circa 1780 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Levi Hutchinson, son of John Hutchinson and Sarah (-----), circa 1795. Dorothy died before 8 September 1837 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Dorothy Walker who married Levi Hutchinson, a daughter of John Walker, an officer in the Virginia Line in the Rev. War, and his widow Elizabeth Walker, who died on 8 Sep 1837. Dorothy died before her mother..²

     Emory was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Emory J. Guy, age 3/12 and female, in HH#425 headed by Robert P. Guy, a 32 year old sailor..¹ Emory was born circa 1850 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

     Francis was born circa 1829 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Emiline B. Mister on 6 March 1850 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown only as Francis A.B. Watson and Emiline Mister..^2,3 Francis was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Francis A. Watson the head of HH#427, a 21 year old carpenter. Listed with him was Emiline B. Watson, age 22..¹

     Emiline was born circa 1828 at Accomack Co, VA.^1,2 She married Francis A.B. Watson on 6 March 1850 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown only as Francis A.B. Watson and Emiline Mister..^3,4 Emiline was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Emiline B. Watson, age 22 in HH#427 headed by Francis A. Watson, a 21 year old carpenter..²

     Isaac was born circa 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Margaret 'Peggy' Doughty on 15 June 1802 at Accomack Co, VA. David Bowman was the security on the M.L.B. of Isaac Smith and Margaret Dowty..¹

     Margaret was born on 22 November 1779 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married Isaac Smith on 15 June 1802 at Accomack Co, VA. David Bowman was the security on the M.L.B. of Isaac Smith and Margaret Dowty..² Margaret was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Peggy Smith the head of HH#429, age 72 with real estate valued at $5,000..³ Margaret died on 21 November 1861 at age 81.¹ Her body was interred at Blenheim Cem, Bobtown, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Margaret Smith, the wife of Isaac..¹

     Jane was born circa 1778 at Accomack Co, VA.² Jane was named in her brother's will on 29 May 1837 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a sister Jane E. Ewell in the will of John Ewell..³ Jane was named in her sister's will on 23 April 1842 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a sister Jane Ewell in the will of Elizabeth Ewell..⁴ Jane was named in her sister's will on 23 April 1842 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a sister Jane Ewell in the will of Margaret Ewell..⁵ She made a will on 23 April 1842 at Accomack Co, VA. To my 2 sisters Elizabeth & Margaret Ewell during their lives all my estate & upon the death of both of my sisters I set free all my interest which is undivided in the slaves held in common between my sisters & myself & that our Negro men George & William shall each receive $30 & the residue, after the death of my sisters, to the residue of my slaves. Friend William P. Moore Sr. Extr. Witt: William P. Moore Sr., Richard S. Rew & Richard T. Ames..⁶ Jane was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Jane Ewell the head of HH#430, age 70 with real estate valued at $2,000. Listed with her were Eliz. Ewell, age 66; Marg't Ewell, age 60; Nat. Wise, a 40 year old black sailor; and Tom Roberts, a 17 year old black laborer..² Jane died in October 1853.⁶ Jane's will was probated on 31 October 1853 at Accomack Co, VA.⁶

     Elizabeth was born circa 1780 at Accomack Co, VA.² Elizabeth was named in her brother's will on 29 May 1837 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a sister Elizabeth W. Ewell in the will of John Ewell..³ Elizabeth was named in her sister's will on 23 April 1842 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a sister Elizabeth Ewell in the will of Margaret Ewell..⁴ She made a will on 23 April 1842 at Accomack Co, VA. To my 2 sisters Jane & Margaret Ewell during their lives all my estate & upon the death of both of my sisters I set free all my interest which is undivided in the slaves held in common between my sisters & myself & that our Negro men George & William shall each receive $30 & the residue, after the death of my sisters, to the residue of my slaves. Friend William P. Moore Sr. Extr. Witt: William P. Moore Sr., Richard S. Rew & Richard T. Ames. Codicil: 20 Dec 1852 - Since making my will there has been several Negro children born which were not freed in my will & to avoid all relative to them, I do hereby set free all my slaves young & old, now or which may hereafter be born ... reserving to my sister Margaret Elizabeth Ewell her life estate in said slaves & at her death they are to go free. Witt: William P. Moore Sr. & William Mister. Prob: William P. Moore Jr. & George S. Rodgers securities..⁵ Elizabeth was named in her sister's will on 23 April 1842 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a sister Elizabeth Ewell in the will of Jane Ewell..⁶ Elizabeth was listed with her sister in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Eliza Ewell, age 66 in HH#430 headed by Jane Ewell, age 70 with real estate valued at $2,000..² Elizabeth died in October 1853.⁵ Elizabeth's will was probated on 28 November 1853 at Accomack Co, VA. Her will was partly proved on 31 Oct 1853 and fully proved on 28 Nov 1853..⁵

     Margaret was born circa 1784 at Accomack Co, VA.² Margaret was named in her brother's will on 29 May 1837 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a sister Margaret B. Ewell in the will of John Ewell..³ She made a will on 23 April 1842 at Accomack Co, VA. To my 2 sisters Jane & Elizabeth Ewell during their lives all my estate & upon the death of both of my sisters I set free all my interest which is undivided in the slaves held in common between my sisters & myself & that our Negro men George & William shall each receive $30 & the residue, after the death of my sisters, to the residue of my slaves. Friend William P. Moore Sr. Extr. Witt: William P. Moore Sr., Richard S. Rew & Richard T. Ames. Codicil: 20 Dec 1852 - Since making my will there has been several Negro children born which were not freed in my will & to avoid all doubt relative to them, I do hereby set free all my slaves young & old, now or which may hereafter be born ... reserving to my sister Elizabeth Ewell her life estate in said slaves & at her death they are to go free. Witt: William P. Moore Sr. & William Mister..⁴ Margaret was named in her sister's will on 23 April 1842 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a sister Margaret Ewell in the will of Elizabeth Ewell..⁵ Margaret was named in her sister's will on 23 April 1842 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a sister Margaret Ewell in the will of Jane Ewell..⁶ Margaret was listed with her sister in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Marg't Ewell, age 60 in HH#430 headed by Jane Ewell, age 70 with real estate valued at $2,000..² Margaret died in October 1853.⁴ Margaret's will was probated on 28 November 1853 at Accomack Co, VA. Her will was partly proved on 31 Oct 1853 and fully proved on 28 Nov 1853..⁴

     William was born circa 1776 at Accomack Co, VA. William Ewell was traditionally a sea captain.¹ William died in January 1819.² Administration of William's estate was filed on 25 January 1819 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that John Ewell was named to settle the estate of William Ewell. Stewart Kellam, John C. Kellam and John W. Watson were the securities.³ William estate was settled on 23 February 1824 at Accomack Co, VA. 2 Nov 1819 (Invy & Sale), 14 Feb 1824 (Audit), 23 Feb 1824 (Rec'd) - John Ewell Admr. Buyers: Jane Ewell, Elizabeth Ewell & Margaret Ewell bought every item at the sale. Negro man Benjamin. Appraisers: George Scarburgh, Littleton Watson & William P. Moore. Auditors: George Scarburgh & William P. Moore..⁴

     Margaret was born circa 1770 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Margaret was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Marg't. Charnock the head of HH#428, age 80. Listed with her was Eliza Pitts, age 42..¹

     Eliza was born circa 1808 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Eliza was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Eliza Pitts, age 42 in HH#428 headed by Marg't Charnock, age 80..¹

     William was born on 8 May 1796 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Ann D. Groten Kellam, daughter of Zorobabel Kellam II and Bridget Addison, on 28 February 1825 at Accomack Co, VA. William P. Moore was the security on the M.L.B. of William Mister Jr. and Ann D. Kellam..² William was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Wm. Mister the head of HH#431, a 55 year old sailor. Listed with him were the following Misters: Anna, age 48; Susan A., age 20; Margaret D., age 18; Jno. J., a 15 year old student; Isaac S., age 12; Alice W., age 10; and Wm. T.P. Mister, age 4..³ William lived at Boggs Wharf, Acc Co, VA.⁴ He was listed with his daughter in the census of 1860 at Pungoteague PO, St.George Parish, Acc Co, VA.⁵ William died on 28 April 1862 at age 65.¹ His body was interred at Hollies Baptist Ch Cem, Keller, Acc Co, VA.¹

     Ann was born on 20 October 1801 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married William Mister Jr. on 28 February 1825 at Accomack Co, VA. William P. Moore was the security on the M.L.B. of William Mister Jr. and Ann D. Kellam..² Ann was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Anna Mister, age 48 in HH#431 headed by Wm. Mister, a 55 year old sailor..³ Ann died on 2 May 1859 at age 57.¹ Her body was interred at Hollies Baptist Ch Cem, Keller, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Ann D.G. Mister, the wife of William and the daughter of Zerrobabel & Bridget Kellam..¹

     Margaret was born circa 1832 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Margaret was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Margaret D. Mister, age 18 in HH#431 headed by Wm. Mister, a 55 year old sailor..¹

     John was born circa 1835 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ John was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Jno. J. Mister, a 15 year old student in HH#431 headed by Wm. Mister, a 55 year old sailor..¹

     Isaac was born circa 1838 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Isaac was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Isaac S. Mister, age 12 in HH#431 headed by Wm. Mister, a 55 year old sailor..¹

     Alice was born circa 1840 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Alice was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Alice W. Mister, age 10 in HH#431 headed by Wm. Mister, a 55 year old sailor..¹

     William was born circa 1846 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ William was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Wm. T. P. Mister, age 4 in HH#431 headed by Wm. Mister, a 55 year old sailor..¹

     Stephen was born circa 1825 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Margaret E. Taylor, daughter of James Taylor, on 1 September 1841 at Accomack Co, VA. George U. Parker was the security on the M.L.B. of Stephen Moore and Margaret E. Taylor of James..² Stephen was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Stephen Moore the head of HH#432, a 25 year old farmer with real estate valued at $500. Listed with him were the following Moores: Margaret E., age 30; Catharine T., age 6; Harriet D., age 2; and Rebecca A., age 1. Also listed was Rachel Addison, age 19..¹

     Margaret was born circa 1820 at Accomack Co, VA.² She married Stephen Moore on 1 September 1841 at Accomack Co, VA. George U. Parker was the security on the M.L.B. of Stephen Moore and Margaret E. Taylor of James..¹ Margaret was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Margaret E. Moore, age 30 in HH#432 headed by Stephen Moore, a 25 year old farmer with real esatate valued at $500..²

     James was born circa 1800 at Accomack Co, VA.

     Catharine was born circa 1844 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Catharine was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Catharine T. Moore, age 6 in HH#432 headed by Stephen Moore, a 25 year old farmer with real estate valued at $500..¹

     Harriett was born circa 1846 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Harriett was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Harriett D. Moore, age 2 in HH#432 headed by Stephen Moore, a 25 year old farmer with real esatate valued at $500..¹

     Rebecca was born circa 1849 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Rebecca was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Rebecca A. Moore, age 1 in HH#432 headed by Stephen Moore, a 25 year old farmer with real esatate valued at $500..¹

     Rachel was born circa 1831 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Rachel was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Rachel Addison, age 19 in HH#432 headed by Stephen Moore, a 25 year old farmer with real esatate valued at $500..¹

     George was born circa 1789 at Accomack Co, VA.² He married Susan 'Susy' Moore, daughter of Stephen Moore and Catherine Boggs, on 5 July 1827 at Accomack Co, VA. John W. Smith was the security on the M.L.B. of George Scott, widower, and Susan Moore of Stephen.¹ George Scott was shown to be related to a Rev War vetran on 29 May 1832 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Levin Moore, John Moore, Rachel Moore, Caty Crockett widow of Asa, and Susy Scott wife of George, were shown as the only heirs at law of Stephen Moore who served in the Virginia Navy in the Rev. War.³ He married Sarah 'Sally' Waterfield on 2 December 1836 at Accomack Co, VA. John Elliott was the security on the M.L.B. of George Scott of Severn and Sally Waterfield. Another record from this same source showe George Scott married Sally Warrington on this same date..¹ George was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Geo. Scott the head of HH#433, a 61 year old laborer. Listed with him were the following Scotts: Sarah, age 35; Jno. Y., age 10; Bridget A., age 5; and Edw'd L., age 2..²

     Sarah was born circa 1815 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married George Scott, son of Severn Scott, on 2 December 1836 at Accomack Co, VA. John Elliott was the security on the M.L.B. of George Scott of Severn and Sally Waterfield. Another record from this same source showe George Scott married Sally Warrington on this same date..² Sarah was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sarah Scott, age 35 in HH#433 headed by Geo. Scott, a 61 year old laborer..¹

     John was born circa 1840 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ John was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Jno. Y. Scott, age 10 in HH#433 headed by Geo. Scott, a 61 year old laborer..¹

     Bridget was born circa 1845 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Bridget was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Bridget A. Scott, age 5 in HH#433 headed by Geo. Scott, a 61 year old laborer..¹

     Edward was born circa 1848 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Edward was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Edw'd L. Scott, age 2 in HH#433 headed by Geo. Scott, a 61 year old laborer..¹

     Revell was born circa 1815 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Harriett (-----) circa 1842.¹ Revell was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Revell Parker Jr. the head of HH#434, a 35 year old farmer. Listed with him were the following Parkers: Harriett, age 32; John R., age 7; Edw'd T., age 7 (the two were labeled as twins); Betsy, age 4; and Chas., age 2. Also listed was Inda Benn, age 75 and black..¹

     Harriett was born circa 1818 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married Revell Parker Jr. circa 1842.¹ Harriett was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Harriett Parker, age 32 in HH#434 headed by Revell Parker Jr., a 35 year old farmer..¹

     John was born circa 1843 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ John was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Jno. R. Parker, age 7 and a twin with Edw'd T. Pakrer, in HH#434 headed by Revell Paker Jr., a 35 year old farmer..¹

     Edward was born circa 1843 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Edward was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Edw'd T. Parker, age 7 and a twin with Jno. R. Pakrer, in HH#434 headed by Revell Paker Jr., a 35 year old farmer..¹

     Betsy was born circa 1846 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Betsy was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Betsy Parker, age 4 age in HH#434 headed by Revell Paker Jr., a 35 year old farmer..¹

     Charles was born circa 1848 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Charles was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Chas. Parker, age 2 in HH#434 headed by Revell Paker Jr., a 35 year old farmer..¹

     John was born on 11 January 1794 at Accomack Co, VA.³ John was named in his grandfather's will on 22 July 1796 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as my great grandson John Wise, son of my grandson Sollomon Wise..⁴ He married Leah Cobb 12 Jan 1818 (bond) at Accomack Co, VA. Henry Wise was the security on the M.L.B. of John of Solomon Wise and Leah Cobb. Another record from this same source shows the were married 2 day later, on 14 Jan 1818..¹

     Leah was born circa 1792 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ As of 12 January 1818,her married name was Wise.² She married John Parker Wise, son of Solomon Wise Jr. and Susannah (-----), 12 Jan 1818 (bond) at Accomack Co, VA. Henry Wise was the security on the M.L.B. of John of Solomon Wise and Leah Cobb. Another record from this same source shows the were married 2 day later, on 14 Jan 1818..² Leah was listed with her son in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Leah Wise, age 58 in HH#435 headed by Moses Wise, a 27 year old sailor..¹

     Solomon was born on 24 December 1771 at Accomack Co, VA.² He married Susannah (-----) circa 1793 at Accomack Co, VA.² Solomon was named in his grandfather's will on 22 July 1796 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as my grandson Sollomon Wise in the will of Johannas Wise. He was given the use of my lands for his natural life, & at this death to my great grandson John Wise, son of grandson Sollomon, provided that my daughter-in-law Susanna Wise shall hold the houses & tenements with the orchards & other improvement upon it during her widowhood..¹ Solomon was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1800 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Solomon Wise Jr, a head of household, age 26-45..⁴ He married Ann Crippen Darby, daughter of Benjamin (341) Darby and Polly Taylor, on 30 March 1820 at Accomack Co, VA. Shadrack Darby was the security on the M.L.B. of Solomon Wise Sr. and Ann C. Darby of Benjamin, dec'd..⁵ Solomon died on 14 September 1840 at Accomack Co, VA, at age 68.²

     Mahala was born circa 1802 at Accomack Co, VA.² As of 8 November 1830,her married name was Kellam.³ She married William Henry Kellam, son of Teackle Kellam and Betsy 'Betty' Floyd, 08 Nov 1830 (bond) at Northampton Co, VA. Richard Mears was the security on the M.L.B. of Wm. H. Kellum and Mahala F. Mears, daughter of said Richard Mears..³ Mahala was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Martha A. Kellam, age 48 in HH#436 headed by Wm. H. Kellam, a 42 year old tavern keeper..²

     Martha was born circa 1841 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Martha was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Martha W. J. Kellam, age 9 in HH#436 headed by Wm. H. Kellam, a 42 year old tavern keeper..¹

     Henry was born circa 1843 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Henry was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Henry A. Kellam, age 7 in HH#436 headed by Wm. H. Kellam, a 42 year old tavern keeper..¹

     John was born circa 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Rosanna Gootee 'Rosey' Dix, daughter of Levi (319) Dix and Trephenia 'Treffey' Gootee(?), circa 1796. John made a will on 7 October 1812 at Accomack Co, VA. To son John Savage Dix the plantation where I now live, with him paying £400 to Julius Pettitt Dix & Levi D. Dix. To son James Henry Dix the mortgage I have on the land of John West's heirs, with him paying £300 to Julius & Levi Dix & if either dies before lawful age, then to the survivor. The money from my two plantations to two sons Julius & Levi. Negro boy Jack to be hired until 21. Remainder to James Henry Dix, John Savage Dix, Julius Pettitt Dix & Levi D. Dix, Demavies Dix & Diana Pettitt Dix. Friend James Ailworth & Levi Dix Extrs. Witt: James Ailworth, George Snead & Thomas Hickman (B. S.).¹ He died before 30 November 1812 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated. John Young, George Willett & John C. Copes securities.¹ He estate was settled on 26 June 1820 at Accomack Co, VA. 14 & 15 Dec 1812 (Invy & Sale), 7 & 26 Jun 1820 (Audit & Rec'd) - Levi Dix Extr. Negroes Isaac & Ada. Appraisers: John Burton, George P. Bagwell, Sebastian Cropper & John S. Bundick. Buyers: Rosey G. Dix, Levi Dix & Revell Dix of J. Named in settlement: Isaac Dix. Auditors: William H. Beavans & John S. Bundick.²

     Levin was born circa 1812 at Accomack Co, VA.² Levin was named in his father's will on 7 October 1812 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son Levi D. Dix (under age) in the will of John Dix.¹ Levin was named as administrator of an estate on 28 February 1842 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Rosanna G. Bagwell was granted to James H. Dix, John S. Dix & Levi D. Dix with James Northam, Edmund R. Allen & George P. Scarburgh securities.³ Levin was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Levi D. Dix, a 38 year old merchant with real estate valued at $3,000 in HH#436 headed by Wm. H. Kellam, a 42 year old tavern keeper..² He married Margaret E. Darby, daughter of William Darby and Margaret (-----), on 30 October 1851 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown only as Levin D. Dix and Margaret E. Darby. No other information was given..⁴ Levin reported a death on 11 May 1855 at First District, Acc Co, VA. It was on this date that Levi D. Dix reported the death of his wife Marg. E. Dix, who died of consumption at the age of 21 years..⁵ Levin died in August 1884 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Levi Dix, who died of paralysis at the age of 70 years. He was the son of John & Rose Dix, born in Acc Co, and married. His friend John J. Blackstone gave the information..⁵

     Rosanna was born circa 1780 at Accomack Co, VA. Rosanna was named in her father's will on 1 December 1794 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Rosey Gootee Dix in the will of Levi Dix, wife Treffey..² As of circa 1796,her married name was Dix. She married John Dix circa 1796. As of 18 May 1814,her married name was Bagwell.³ Rosanna Gootee 'Rosey' Dix married John Young Bagwell, son of John (165) Bagwell and Anne Young, 18 May 1814 (bond) at Accomack Co, VA. James W. Twiford was the security on the M.L.B. of John Bagwell and Rosey G. Dix, widow of John.³ Rosanna was named in her husband's will on 20 May 1828 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as wife Rosan G. Bagwell in the will of John Y. Bagwell. At probate Rosan G. Bagwell and James H. Dix became administrators.⁴ She died before 28 February 1842 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Rosanna G. Bagwell was granted to James H. Dix, John S. Dix & Levi D. Dix with James Northam, Edmund R. Allen & George P. Scarburgh securities.⁵

     Diana was born circa 1800 at Accomack Co, VA. Diana was named in her father's will on 7 October 1812 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Diana Pettit Dix in the will of John Dix.¹

     Julius was born circa 1805 at Accomack Co, VA. Julius was named in his father's will on 7 October 1812 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son Julius Pettitt Dix (under age) in the will of John Dix.¹ He married Catharine A.B. Henderson, daughter of William Henderson and Catharine McKeel, on 18 February 1831 at Accomack Co, VA. Augustus W. Bagwell was the security on the M.L.B. of Julius P. Dix and Catherine A. Henderson of William..² Julius died before 27 May 1839 at Accomack Co, VA.^3,4

     Margaret was born circa 1834 at Accomack Co, VA.^1,2 Margaret was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Margaret Darby, age 16 and born in VA in HH#439 headed by Geo. H. Christopher, a 36 year old shoemaker, born in MD with real estate valued at $1,000..² She married Levin D. Dix, son of John Dix and Rosanna Gootee 'Rosey' Dix, on 30 October 1851 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown only as Levin D. Dix and Margaret E. Darby. No other information was given..³ Margaret died on 11 May 1855 at First District, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Marg. E. Dix who died of consumption at the age of 21 years. She was the daughter of Wm. & Marg. Darby, born in Acc Co. Her husband Levi D. Dix gave the information..¹

     William was born circa 1800 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Margaret (-----) circa 1830.

     Margaret was born circa 1810 at Accomack Co, VA. She married William Darby circa 1830.

     Thomas was born on 24 August 1832 at Accomack Co, VA.² Thomas was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Thos. W. Blackstone, a 17 year old clerk in HH#436 headed by Wm. H. Kellam, a 42 year old tavern keeper..³ He married Sarah E. Kellam, daughter of Dr. Frederick Caesar Augustus Kellam and Eliza E. Coward, on 20 December 1860 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Thomas W. Blackstone, a 26 year old merchant, the son of Thos. W. & Ann Blackstone and she was shown as Sarah A. Kellam, age 19, the daughter of Fred C.A. & Eliza Kellam. They were married by P. Warren..¹ Thomas died on 28 June 1898 at age 65.² His body was interred at Kellam Cem, Pungoteague, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as Thomas Blackstone, the son of Thomas Wise & Ann (Dix) Blackstone..²

     Minos was born circa 1816 at Delaware.¹ Minos was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Minos Vinsant, a 34 year old stage driver and born in DE in HH#436 headed by Wm. H. Kellam, a 42 year old tavern keeper..¹

     George was born in 1783.² He married Frances Ann Hack, daughter of George (325) Hack and Margaret (409) Teackle, on 21 December 1812 at Accomack Co, VA. John K. Evans was the security on the M.L.B. of George Scherer and Frances Ann Hack..³ Dr. George Scherer died before 28 September 1846 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated.⁴

     Frances was born on 29 August 1790 at Accomack Co, VA.² She married Dr. George Scherer, son of Samuel Scherer and Hannah Tankard, on 21 December 1812 at Accomack Co, VA. John K. Evans was the security on the M.L.B. of George Scherer and Frances Ann Hack..³ Frances Ann Hack died on 17 June 1837 at age 46.² Frances was buried at Shirley, Hacks Neck, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Frances Scherer, wife of Dr. Geo. & daughter of Geo. & Marg't Hack, 29 Aug 1790 - 17 Jun 1837.²

     George was born in 1820 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ George was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Geo. W. Scherer, a 24 year old physican in HH#436 headed by Wm. H. Kellam, a 42 year old tavern keeper..² He married Henrietta Sarah Jarvis, daughter of William Bell Jarvis and Margaret Williams, on 22 October 1850 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as Dr. George Nicholas Hack Scherer (no parents) and she was shown as Henrietta Sarah Jarvis, daughter of Wm. & Marg't Jarvis.³ Dr. George Nicholas Scherer died in 1867.¹

     Richard was born on 4 February 1801 at Accomack Co, VA.^4,5 He married Leah Wainhouse Johnson, daughter of John Johnson and Margaret Kellam, on 20 December 1827 at Northampton Co, VA. Wm. P. Johnson was the security and as to the ages, on the M.L.B. of Richard J. Ayres and Leah W. Johnson, the daughter of John Johnson dec'd. They were married by G.C. Wescoat. Bible records show they were married 2 days later on 22 Dec 1827..^6,1,5 Richard bought land on 1 June 1828 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that he purchased 360 acres on Andua Creek from John G. Joynes adjoining the land of Peter Hack and Miss Charlotte Bayly. The residence was on the Creek and on the right hand side of the road leading to what is now Cedar Wharf. He named the place Ayresley..⁷ Richard sold land on 4 November 1841 at Ayres Monument, Greenbush, Acc Co, VA. It was on this date that Richard J. Ayres & Leah his wife, John J. Ayres & Margaret his wife sold to William Johnson for $1,625.50 a tract of land formerly belonging to Edmond Ayres dec'd containing 61 & 1/4 acres bounded as follows: North by Bowman H. Bayley, East by Samuel Lewis, West by heirs of James U. Bayly or Edward Gunter, South by Edmund B. Ayres, which Edmund B. Ayres accepted of Richard J. Ayres & John J. Ayres as his portion of said tract, reserving to himself and his posterity an undivided interest in the burying ground. They deducted from the 61 & 1/4 acres a certain piece of land for a burying ground contining the remains of the late Edmund Ayres (thier father). It was 35 yards square with large Cherry tree at it center and surrounded by lines at right anlges North, South, East & West that the whole posterity of Edmund Ayres dec'd should in all future time have access to the said burying ground by the common out let of the said tract of land in any if not then by the most indigious route leading to said burying ground..⁸ Richard bought land in 1844 at Northampton Co, VA. It was in this year that Richard J. Ayres bought 130 acres on tract N113, the Jonathan Kellam part from David Ross and Susan Ross. His widow Leah and sons James K. & Richard J. Ayres sold this land in 1880 to Julius E. Shaw..⁹ Richard was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Rich'd J. Ayres Sr. the head of HH#437, a 49 year old farmer with real estate valued at $2,200 (or $22,000 - unclear). Listed with him were the following Ayreses: Leah W., age 50; Jas. K., a 16 year old student; and Rich'd J. Jr., age 8. Also listed were Arthur Robins, a 35 year old tanner and Hanson P. Hutchinson, a 36 year old saddle and harness maker with real estate valued at $300..¹⁰ Richard bought land circa 1851 at Accomack Co, VA. It was in this year that he purchased the land at the fork of Andua called Shepeard's Plains which Shepeard Kerr had possessed and where his family was buried. This is where Richard Johnson Ayres Jr. and his wife Elizabeth Hack Dawson continued to live and where their two children Sarah Bayne Ayres & Henrietta Dawson Ayres were born and lived until they removed to Baltimore, MD..⁷ Richard Johnson Ayres Sr. owned the following properties: Ayreslie, Adair Land, The Guinea Land, the tavern in Pungoteague, The Heath House, Myrtle Grove and last of all the home place, Shepheard's Plains, which was bought back by Richard J. Ayres Jr. and his beloved wife. These properties were sold becuase he had signed the releases of his friends who could not meet their taxes during the Civil War, and had given his properties as securities, when they were claimed.¹¹ Richard sold land on 22 November 1871 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Richard J. Ayres Senr sold to John W.H. Parker land in Acc Co, 360 acres which was conveyed to Richard to Richard J. Ayres by John G. Joynes and wife on 1 Jul 1828 and another tract called Shepherds Plains, 320 acres on Nandua Creek by the Scarburgh Neck Road, West by the Wharfland and whereas Richard J. Ayres Sen after execution of deed, died leaving the said James K. Ayres and Richard J. Ayres Jun his only heirs at law and the said Leah W. Ayres, his widow..¹² Richard died on 27 February 1872 at Pungoteague, Acc Co, VA, at age 71. He was shown as Rich. J. Ayres Sr., who died of bronchitis at the age of 72 years. He was the son of Edm. Ayres, born in Acc Co. His son (-----) Ayres gave the information..^2,4 His body was interred at St. George Ep Ch Cem, Pungoteague, Acc Co, VA.⁴

     Leah was born in May 1799 at Occahannock Neck, N'hamp Co, VA.^4,5 Leah was named in her his aunt's will on 16 July 1810 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as a niece Leah W. Johnson in the will of Polly Johnson. Polly also named a brother John Johnson.⁶ Leah was named in her father's will on 20 July 1810 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as Leah W. Johnson in will of John Johnson, wife Margaret..³ She married Richard Johnson Ayres Sr., son of Edmund Ayres and Keziah 'Cassie' Johnson, on 20 December 1827 at Northampton Co, VA. Wm. P. Johnson was the security and as to the ages, on the M.L.B. of Richard J. Ayres and Leah W. Johnson, the daughter of John Johnson dec'd. They were married by G.C. Wescoat. Bible records show they were married 2 days later on 22 Dec 1827..^1,7,8 Leah was named in her mother's will on 21 May 1830 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as my daughter Leah Ayres in the will of Margaret Johnson, son John Y. Johnson..⁹ Leah was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Leah W. Ayres, age 50 in HH#437 headed by Rich'd J. Ayres Sr., a 49 year old farmer with real estate valued at $2,200..¹⁰ Leah sold land in 1880 at Northampton Co, VA. It was in this year that James K. & wife Sallie U. Ayres, Richard J. & wife Elizabeth H. Ayres and Leah W. Ayres, widow of Richard J. Ayres Sr. (their mother) sold 130 acres to Julius E. Shaw..¹¹ Leah died in February 1882 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA, at age 82. Her tombstone shows her as Leah W. Ayres, May 1799 - Feb 1882. Her Acc Co death record shows her as Leah W. Ayres, who died of old age on 15 Feb 1881 (probably 1882), in St. George Parish, age 83 years. She was born in Northampton Co. and a widow. Her son Rich. J. Ayres gave the information..^4,5 Her body was interred at St. George Ep Ch Cem, Pungoteague, Acc Co, VA.⁴

     Richard was born on 10 July 1842 at Cedar Wharf, Acc Co, VA. He was born at his father's plantation Ayresley located on the creek near Cedar Wharf..⁴ He was baptized on 2 June 1844 at St. George Ep Ch, Pungoteague, Acc Co, VA.⁵ Richard was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Rich'd J. Ayres Jr., age 8 in HH#437 headed by Rich'd J. Ayres Sr., a 49 year old farmer with real estate valued at $2,200..¹ In his youth his family moved to Shepheard's Plains which his father had bought in 1828. He later attended Margaret Academy at Bobtown, Acc Co, where he attained a military posture which he retained throughout his life. After graduation he attended William & Mary College, where he became proficient in Latin, Greek and Hebrew. Leaving there in his senior year, he enlisted as soldier of the Confederacy, and served as 2nd Lieut. in the 39th Regiment of Virginia Volunteers of which Col. Louis C.H. Finney was Colonel, in Company H of which George S. West was Captain, James Bull 1st Lieut and Julius Ames 3rd Lieut, all of which commissions were held under Gov. Letcher and subject to his orders. His record is established with that of his life-long friend, Frederick Caesar Augustus Kellam and others on white marble memorials honoring the students at William & Mary College. After the War for a time he taught a provate school and was often called on as a speaker at public meetings.⁵ He married Elizabeth Hack Dawson, daughter of Capt. Samuel Dawson and Sarah Ann Bayne, on 31 March 1868 at Springdale, Leesburg, Loudoun Co, VA.⁶ Richard Johnson Ayres Jr. was owner of a general merchandise Store at Ayres' Wharf on Nandua Creek, adjoining "Shepheard's Plains." His farm becoming prosperous, when he was enabled to acquire more help, required all his time to oversee, which task he perferred to do himself. R.J. Ayres had been schooled in the law, there fore was often summoned as a juror of the Accomack County Court at Drummondtown. Education facilities at this time were at a low ebb. Private schools were opened, few and far between, and he and his wife, not being willing to send their girls to the nearest one, began teaching them. Continuing this for a few years, they found it would be advantageous to move to Baltimore where there were good schools. He obtained a lucrative position as a bookkeeper with the Powell Wholesale Produce Company and after Mr. Powell's death, he was engaged as secretary and bookkeeper by his wife's brother, Roger Temple Dawson.⁷ Richard reported a death on 15 February 1881 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. It was on this date (probably in 1882) that Rich. J. Ayres reported the death of his mother Leah W. Ayres, who died of old age at the age of 83 years..² Richard died on 5 July 1930 at age 87.⁸ His body was interred at Loudoun Park Cem, Baltimore, MD.⁸

     Keziah was born on 13 August 1773 at Northampton Co, VA.³ Keziah was named in her father's will on 3 October 1794 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Kessey in the will of Obediance Johnson..² She married Edmund Ayres, son of Jacob Ayres and Ann (-----), on 8 March 1800 at Northampton Co, VA. William Johnson was the security on the M.L.B. of Edmund Ayres and Cassa Johnson. They were married by J. Elliott. According to Turman, they lived and reared their family on original Ayres land in the Hunting Creek area. The E.B. Ayres Bible shows they were married on 22 Mar 1800..^4,1,5 Keziah died before 30 July 1827.⁶

     Stephen was born circa 1785 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Elizabeth 'Betsy' Hancock, daughter of Elijah Hancock, on 12 November 1810 at Accomack Co, VA. Elijah Hancock was the security on the M.L.B. of Stephen Pewsey and Betsy Hancock of Elijah..¹ Stephen Pusey was the security on a M.L.B. On 30 June 1826 at Accomack Co, VA. Stephen Peusey was the security on the M.L.B. of Edmund Kellam, widower, and Sally Watson of William.² Stephen died in June 1838.³

     Elizabeth was born circa 1790 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Stephen Pusey on 12 November 1810 at Accomack Co, VA. Elijah Hancock was the security on the M.L.B. of Stephen Pewsey and Betsy Hancock of Elijah..¹ Elizabeth died in November 1840.²

     Elijah was born circa 1765 at Accomack Co, VA.

     Arthur was born on 10 April 1812 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Arthur was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Arthur Robins, a 35 year old tanner in HH#437 headed by Rich'd J. Ayres Sr., a 49 year old farmer with real estate valued at $2,200..²

     Hanson was born circa 1814 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Hanson was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Hanson P. Hutchinson, a 36 year old saddle and harness maker with real estate valued at $300..¹

     His common name was George. George was born on 13 March 1811 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Elizabeth Seymour, daughter of George Christian (220) Seymour and Margaret (-----), on 30 March 1842 at Northampton Co, VA. Patrick Warren Jr. was the security on the M.L.B. of Rev. George Bradford and Mrs. Elizabeth M. Christian. They were married on 7 Apr 1842 by P. Warren..² George died on 29 December 1888 at age 77.¹ His body was interred at Hollies Baptist Ch Cem, Keller, Acc Co, VA. His tombstones shows him as Rev. George Bradford, the son of Thos. Hall & Elizabeth Bradford. He was ordained a Baptist Elder in 1841 and baptisted on 29 Dec 1838. He served as Pastor to most of the churches in the Acc Association & maning in MD & NC, & never changed his membership from the Pungoteague Church..¹

     Thomas was born in 1772 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Thomas chose a guardian on on 27 September 1786 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Thomas H. Bradford chose Richard Read as his guardian. He was evidently at least aged 14 to have been allowed to chose his own guardian..¹ He married Elizabeth 'Betsy' Bundick, daughter of George 'of Metompkin' Bundick and Ann 'Nancy' Warrington, on 30 March 1802 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Thomas died on 17 May 1845 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

     Elizabeth was born in 1781 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married Thomas Hall (94) Bradford, son of Nathaniel (58) Bradford and Jean 'Jenny' Hall, on 30 March 1802 at Accomack Co, VA.² Elizabeth was named in her brother's will in March 1816 at Accomack Co, VA. Betsy Bradford was named as a sister by John A. Bundick of Drummond Town in his will, as were two of her sons, Nathaniel Bradford and George Bundick Bradford (Acc Co Wills, 1814-16, p. 518).. Elizabeth was listed with her son in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Elizabeth Bradford, age 69 n HH#438 headed by Geo. Bradford, a 39 year old Baptist Clergyman with real estate valued at $2,000..¹ Elizabeth died on 29 July 1874 at Accomack Co, VA. She died at the age of 93..²

     Anna was born circa 1806 at Accomack Co, VA.² Anna was listed with her brother in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Ann Bradford, age 44 in HH#438 headed by Geo. Bradford, a 39 year old Baptist Clergyman with real estate valued at $2,000..² Anna died on 2 August 1886.¹ Her body was interred at Hollies Baptist Ch Cem, Keller, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Anna Bradford, the sister of Rev. George Bardford, who died on 2 Aug 1886 at the age of 80 years..¹

     Harriett was born circa 1814 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Harriett was listed with her brother in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Harriett Bradford, age 36 n HH#438 headed by Geo. Bradford, a 39 year old Baptist Clergyman with real estate valued at $2,000..¹