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     William was born on 2 June 1813 at Accomack Co, VA.³ William was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Wm. Mapp, a 27 year old farmer in HH#609 headed by Robins H. Mapp, a 68 year old farmer with real estate valued at $10,000..¹ William was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1860 at Locust Mount PO, St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William Mapp the head of HH#936, age 35 with personal property valued at $200. Listed with him was George Ashby, a 35 year old black day laborer with personal property valued at $20..⁴ William was named in his father's will on 26 August 1865 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son William C. Mapp, in the will of Robins H. Mapp..² William died on 26 January 1897 at age 83.³ His body was interred at Mapp Bur Gr, Old Tower, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as William R. Mapp, son of Robins H. Mapp, 2 Jun 1813 - 26 Jan 1897..³

     Robins was born on 10 May 1819 at Accomack Co, VA.³ Robins was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Robins B. Mapp, a 24 year old farmer in HH#609 headed by Robins H. Mapp, a 68 year old farmer with real estate valued at $10,000..¹ Robins was listed with her husband in the census of in 1860 at Locust Mount PO, St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Robins B. Mapp, a 30 year old farm laborer in HH#930 headed by Robins H. Mapp, a 77 year old farmer..⁴ Robins was named in his father's will on 26 August 1865 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Robins B. Mapp in the will of Robins H. Mapp..² His body was interred at Mapp Bur Gr, Old Tower, Acc Co, VA. His tomstone shows him as Robins B. Mapp, son of Robins H. & Achsah B. Mapp, 10 May 1819 - 28 Feb 1886..³ Robins died on 28 February 1886 at age 66. The Acc Co death records show him as Robbins Mapp, who died 28 Feb 1886 of rheumatism at the age of 60 years. He was the son of robbins H. & Adah Mapp, born in Acc, a farmer and unmarried. A friend Lorenzo D. Bell gave the information..^3,5

     James was born on 11 December 1831 at Accomack Co, VA.² James was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Jas. C. Mapp, a 19 year old farmer in HH#609 headed by Robins H. Mapp, a 68 year old farmer with real estate valued at $10,000..¹ He married Saphronia E. 'Suffronia' Mears, daughter of John Savage Mears and Sarah D. 'Sally' Mapp, on 12 December 1861 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as James C. Mapp, a 27 year old farmer, the son of Robin B. & Sarah Mapp and she was shown as Sophronia Mears, age 16, the daughter of John S. & Sarah Mears. They were married by J.W.A. Elliott. They were also issued a marriage in Worcester Co, MD in Dec 1861 showing them as James C. Mapp and Saphronia E. Mears..^3,4 James died on 13 July 1864 at age 32.² His body was interred at Mapp Bur Gr, Old Tower, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as James C. Mapp, son of Robins H. & Achsah B. Mapp, 11 Dec 1831 - 13 Jul 1864..²

     Elizabeth was born circa 1832 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Elizabeth was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Betsy A. Mapp, age 18 in HH#609 headed by Robins H. Mapp, a 68 year old farmer with real estate valued at $10,000..¹ She married Leroy 'S.C.' Bulman on 3 May 1853 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown only as S.C. Bullman and Elizabeth H. Mapp of Robins H. Mapp..^2,3 Elizabeth was named in her father's will on 26 August 1865 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Elizabeth A. Bulman, wife of Leroy Bulman, in the will of Robins H. Mapp..⁴

     Sally was born on 21 May 1765 at Accomack Co, VA.² She married John R. Downing, son of John Robins Downing (Yeoman) and Elizabeth Hornsby, on 9 December 1790 at Accomack Co, VA. The tombstone and death record of John Downing show him as the son of John R. and Sally Downing..^3,4,2 Sally was named in her father's will on 25 March 1796 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Sally Downing in the will of Howson Mapp Sr..⁵ Sally died on 7 June 1798 at age 33. On 25 Feb 1799 her husband John Downing married her sister Esther Mapp..²

     Mary was born on 19 June 1796 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Mary was named in her father's will on 22 April 1819 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Molly Mears in the will of John Mears, who was shown as John Mears "(Neck)" at settlement..³ She married John Downing, son of John R. Downing and Sally Mapp, on 11 December 1827 at Accomack Co, VA. John Bundick of Jno. was the security on the M.L.B. of John Downing and Mary Mears of John..² Mary was named as an heir on 27 September 1831 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that she was shown as Mary Downing, wife of John, a daughter of Mary Bradford who married John Mears (K), who was a daughter of Zephania Bradford, a brother of Abel Bradford, who was a soldier in the Rev. War..⁴ Mary died on 19 October 1840 at age 44.¹ Her body was interred at E.T. Downing Plot, Painter-Keller, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Mary Downing, the wife of Jno. Downing and the daughter of Jno. & Mary Mears..¹

     John was born circa 1767 at Accomack Co, VA. John was named in his father's will on 17 December 1784 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Mary Bradford, daughter of Zephaniah (75) Bradford and Elizabeth (-----), circa 1790.^2,3 John was named in his wife's will on 14 January 1814 at Accomack Co, VA.⁴ He made a will on 22 April 1819 at Accomack Co, VA. To son Abel Mears ... To daughter Molly Mears ... The remainder to my 6 children Elizabeth, Molly, John, James, William & Robert. James Garrison Extr. Witt: James Garrison, Littleton LeCato & George T. Mapp..⁵ John died in September 1819.⁵ John's will was probated on 27 September 1819 at Accomack Co, VA. Littleton LeCato & Levin Mears securities..⁵ John estate was settled on 31 July 1820 at Accomack Co, VA. 9 Oct 1819 (Invy & Sale), 27 Sep 1819 (Order to Audit), 31 Jul 1820 (Rec'd) - Named in inventory: legacy to Abel Mears Jr., legacy to Molly Mears, Jesse Mears, Betsy Mears, William B. Mears, John Mears Jr., James Mears of Meshack & Levin Mears. Appraisers: Frederick Floyd, Thomas Smith of Jonathan. & George L. Mapp. Named in settlement: The following received $57.39 as a legacy: Betsy Mears, Molly Mears, John Mears, James Mears, William Mears & Robert Mears. Abel Mears Jr. received $403.00 as a legacy. Auditors: Frederick Floyd & Thomas Smith of Jonathan..⁶ John estate was settled on 25 June 1821 at Accomack Co, VA. 22 Jul 1820 (Receipt), 25 Jun 1821 (Rec'd) - James Garrison Extr. Elizabeth Mears, Molly Mears & John Mears each acknowledged receipt of $57.39 & Abel Mears acknowledged receipt of $403 per the will of the dec'd..⁶

     Mary was born circa 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. She married John (Neck) Mears, son of John (122) Mears and Mary 'Molly' Beach, circa 1790.^2,1 She made a will on 14 January 1814 at Accomack Co, VA. By the consent of my husband John Mears. To son Abel Mears, my maiden land whereon we now live at the death of my husband, John Mears, lying in Bradford's Neck containing 100 acres. If my husband dies before my 3 youngest sons should arrive to age 15, my son Abel Mears to find them board & clothes until they arrive to that age. If Abel fails to provide James, Robert & William Mears clothes & board, then the land should be rented until they are age 15 & applied to their use & then I give my land to son Abel Mears. Witt: Frederick Floyd, John Mears & James Garrison..³ Mary died in August 1814.³ Mary's will was probated on 29 August 1814 at Accomack Co, VA.³ Mary was named as an heir on 27 September 1831 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that the heirs of Abel Bradford, soldier in the Rev. War, were recorded. It was brought out that Abel died without issue leaving one brother named Zephania Bradford, who died leaving 5 children: Mary, Jane, Abel, Betsey & Esther. Mary Bradford married John Mears (K) and is dead leaving 7 children: Abel Mears, Elizabeth Mears, Mary Downing wife of John, John Mears (K), James Mears, William Mears & Robert Mears..¹

     James was born on 12 July 1828 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ James was listed with his father in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Jas. Downing, a 22 year old sailor in HH#610 headed by Jno. Downing of Jno., a 54 year old farmer with real estate valued at $3,000..² James reported a death on 1 December 1858 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date Jas. Downing reported the death of his father John Downing, who died of pneumonia at the age of 61 years and 6 months..³ James died on 3 November 1880 at age 52.¹ His body was interred at E.T. Downing Plot, Painter-Keller, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as James W. Downing, the husband of Elizabeth A. Downing and the son of Jno. & Mary Downing, who died at the age of 52 years, 3 months and 21 days..¹

     Susan was born circa 1804 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married John Downing, son of John R. Downing and Sally Mapp, circa 1842.¹ Susan was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Susan Downing, age 46 in HH#610 headed by Jno. Downing of Jno., a 54 year old farmer with real estate valued at $3,000..¹ Susan died on 27 June 1876 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Susan S. Downing, who died of the effects of a fall at the age of 75 years. She was born in Acc Co and a widow. Her neighbor E.T. Downing gave the information..²

     Edward was born on 10 May 1830 at Accomack Co, VA.² Edward was listed with his father in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Edw'd Downing, a 20 year old student in HH#610 headed by Jno. Downing of Jno., a 54 year old farmer with real estate valued at $3,000..¹ He married Ann E. Twiford, daughter of Obed P. Twiford and Charlotte Ann Ailworth, on 20 July 1858 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Edward T. Downing, the son of John and she was shown as Anna E. Twiford, daughter of Obed P. Twiford. John W. Sturgis said he was over age 21..² Edward died on 25 August 1887 at age 57.² His body was interred at E.T. Downing Plot, Painter-Keller, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him Edward T. Downing, the husband of Anna E. Downing..²

     John was born on 30 March 1832 at Ames Ridge, Acc Co, VA.^3,2 John was listed with his father in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Jno. R. Downing, an 18 year old student in HH#610 headed by Jno. Downing of Jno., a 54 year old farmer with real estate valued at $3,000..¹ He married Maria Jane Bell, daughter of James H. Bell and Charlotte Garrison, on 31 January 1855 at Bradford Neck, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Jno. R. Downing, a 23 year old farmer, born at Ames Ridge, the son of Jno. & Mary Downing and she was shown as Mariah Jane Bell, age 19, born Bradford Neck, the daughter of Jas. & Charlotte Bell & ward of James R. Garrison, who gave consent. They were married by A. Wallace..² John was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1860 at Pungoteague PO, St.George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John R. Downing the head of HH#1012, a 28 year old farmer with real estate valued at $1,000 and personal property valued at $2,000. Listed with him were the following Downings: Maria, age 25; Virginia, age 2; and Mary, age 3/12. Also listed was Mary Jubilee, a 21 year old black and Lloyd Jubilee, a 10/12 year old black..⁴ John died on 27 June 1895 at age 63.³ His body was interred at Mears-Downing Cem, Keller, Acc Co, VA.³

     Sarah was born circa 1845 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Sarah was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sarah J. Downing, age 5 in HH#610 headed by Jno. Downing of Jno., a 54 year old farmer with real estate valued at $3,000..¹

     Elizabeth was born circa 1780 at Accomack Co, VA.² She was listed with her daughter in the census of 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA.² Elizabeth made a will on 2 November 1850 at Accomack Co, VA. To Sarah Bell, wife of Robin Bell, & her daughter Elizabeth Sarah Bell the whole of my estate. Friend George H. Bell Extr. Witt: Thomas H. Bell, L. J. Bell & George W. Bell. Prob: George W. Bell & Lorenzo J. Bell securities.¹ She died before 31 July 1854 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that her will was probated.¹

     Margaret was born on 25 April 1845 at Accomack Co, VA.² Margaret was listed with her parents in the census of in 1860 at Pungoteague PO, St.George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Marg't Beloate, age 16 in HH#856 headed by Levin Beloate, a 46 year old farmer..³ She married George T. Mears, son of James (of Ken) Mears and Eliza (-----), on 12 November 1862 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Geo. T. Mears, a 25 year old farmer, the son of Jas. (Geo. T. on the license) & Eliza Mears and she was shown as Marg't S. (Sarah on the license) Beloate, age 17, the daughter of Levin & Sally (Sarah on the license). They were married by J.W.A. Elliott..¹ Margaret died on 1 June 1917 at age 72.² Her body was interred at Wachapreague Cem, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Margaret S. Mears, wife of George T. Mears, 25 Apr 1845 - 1 Jun 1917..²

     George was born in 1830 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. T. Mears, age 16 with occupation shown as "None" in HH#612 headed by Robin Bell, a 34 year old farmer with real estate valued at $600..² George was listed with his sister in the census of in 1860 at Locust Mount PO, St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Geo. S. Mears, a 27 year old farmer in HH#957 headed by Walter P. Bell, a 30 year old farmer. Also listed was Eliza. Mears, age 52 who was evidently his mother and Marg't Bell, age 39, who was evidently his sister..³ He married Margaret Sarah Belote, daughter of Levin B. Belote and Sally Warrington, on 12 November 1862 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Geo. T. Mears, a 25 year old farmer, the son of Jas. (Geo. T. on the license) & Eliza Mears and she was shown as Marg't S. (Sarah on the license) Beloate, age 17, the daughter of Levin & Sally (Sarah on the license). They were married by J.W.A. Elliott..⁴ George died on 25 May 1912.¹ His body was interred at Wachapreague Cem, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as George T. Mears, husband of Margaret S. Mears, who died 25 May 1912 at the age of 82 years..¹

     James was born circa 1800 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Eliza (-----) circa 1825. The 1862 marriage of Geo. T. Mears shows him as the son of Jas. (Geo. T. on the license) and Eliza Mears. The 1854 marriage of Marg't Mears and Walter P. Bell shows her as the daughter of James.












.² James died in November 1834.¹ Administration of James's estate was filed on 24 November 1834 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Edward Mears was named to settle the estate of James Mears of Kendall. Major Savage Sr. & Evans Harrison were the securities.¹ When the personal property of James Mears of Kendall was sold on 9 Dec 1834 both Molly Harrison and Evans Harrison made purchases, as well as a third son of Kendall Mears, Mikell Mears (Acc Co Inventories, 1835-1837, p. 344).

     Jeremiah was born circa 1795 at Accomack Co, VA.³ He married Margaret 'Peggy' Ironmonger, daughter of George Ironmonger and Sarah 'Sally' Hannaford, on 11 August 1817 at Accomack Co, VA. Abel Bradford was the security on the M.L.B. of Jeremiah Stockly of Peggy and Peggy Ironmonger of George..¹ Jeremiah was listed as a head of household in the census of 1820 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Jeremia Stockley a head of house hold, age 16-26. Listed with him were 2 males age 0-10, 2 females age 16-26. Listed on the same page was Peggy Stockley.³ Jeremiah was named in his mother's will on 10 December 1821 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son Jeremiah Stockley in the will of Peggy Stockley.² Jeremiah was named as an heir on 18 February 1823 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Jeremiah Stockley in the will of Elizabeth Coleburn. He was given my Negro man Shepherd.⁴ Jeremiah was named as an heir on 18 February 1823 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Jeremiah Stockley and given my Negro man Shepherd in the will of Elizabeth Coleburn. At probate Jacob Savage relinquished his right as Extr to Jeremiah Stockley.⁵ Jeremiah was named as an heir on 25 October 1824 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this data that William Gibb made a will and left to Patty Stockley, Jeremiah Stockley & Tully Beasley each £10.⁶ Jeremiah witnessed a will on 7 December 1825 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that John S. Walker, George S. Parker & Jeremiah Stockley witness the will of Jacob Savage of Nelson.⁷ On 8 Dec 1825 Jeremiah Stockley bought Negro woman Esther for $20 at the estate sale of Geodiah Bell.⁸ He died before 28 October 1839 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Jeremiah Stockley was granted to Sylvester Stockley with Littleton Willis & George H. Bell securities.⁹ Jeremiah was named in his brother's will in July 1846 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that John Stockly, wife Rachel, left $100 each to my brother Jeremiah Stockley's children now resident in Accomack County, except Sylvester Stockly, and in lieu of him, I give to his children $100.¹⁰

     Margaret was born on 24 December 1792 at Accomack Co, VA.⁴ Margaret was named in her father's will on 11 November 1815 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Peggy in the will of George Ironmonger, wife Sarah.³ As of 11 August 1817,her married name was Stockley.¹ She married Jeremiah Stockley, son of Margaret 'Peggy' (-----), on 11 August 1817 at Accomack Co, VA. Abel Bradford was the security on the M.L.B. of Jeremiah Stockly of Peggy and Peggy Ironmonger of George..¹ Margaret was listed with her son in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Peggy Stokely, age 55 in HH#613 headed by Sylvester Stokely, a 32 year old farmer with real estate valued at $2,000..⁵ She died on 23 November 1868 at age 75.⁴ Margaret was buried at Stockley-Mears Cemetery, Near Oak Grove Church, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Peggy Stockley, wife of Jeremiah, 24 Dec 1792 - 23 Nov 1868.⁴

     George was born circa 1736 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Sarah 'Sally' Hannaford, daughter of John Hannaford Sr. and (d/o Robt) Tizeker, circa 1787 at Accomack Co, VA.² George was named in his nephew's will on 27 November 1788 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as George Monger(sic), father of John Major Monger(sic), in the will of Edward Ironmonger.³ George made a will on 11 November 1815 at Accomack Co, VA. To son John Ironmonger all my ... To son-in-law Abel Savage ... To wife Sarah Ironmonger the balance & at her death or marriage to daughters Peggy, Sally, Caty, Ann & Polly & if any of them before coming to lawful age or marriage their part to the other surviving daughters. Son-in-law Abel Savage & Purnell O. Twiford Extrs. Witt: Purnell O. Twiford, Severn Tyler & John K. Warrington. Prob: Henry B. Custis, John K. Warrington & Purnell O. Twiford securities.² He died before 28 November 1815 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated.² He estate was settled on 27 August 1817 at Accomack Co, VA. 27 May 1817 (Audit), 27 Aug 1817 (Rec'd) - Abel Savage Admr. Auditors: John H. Bayly & H. S. Copes.⁴ He estate was settled on 2 December 1818 at Accomack Co, VA. 15 Dec 1815 (Invy & Sale), 2 Dec 1818 (Rec'd) - Buyers: Margaret Ironmonger, John Ironmonger & Negro Zorobabel Laylor. Appraisers: Elijah A. White, Isaac Wright & William Custis.⁴

     Margaret was born before 1755 at Accomack Co, VA.² As of circa 1780,her married name was Stockley.³ She married William Stockley, son of Nehemiah Stockley and Elizabeth 'Betty' Stockley, circa 1780.³ Margaret witnessed a will on 9 March 1780 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that William Stokely, Peggy Stokely and Peter Dolby witnessed the will of Tabitha Beech. William and Tabitha's daughter Seymore Beech were named Extrs.³ Margaret was named in her husband's will on 15 February 1790 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as wife Peggy and named sole legatee & Extr in the will of William Stockly.⁴ She bought land in 1793 at Accomack Co, VA. It was in this year that Peggy Stockley bought 100 acres of tract A43 near Wachapreague from Kendall Bradford. Then in 1822 she died and left it to her children and later in that year they united in a sale to Savage Davis. It remained in the Davis family until 1896 when the then heirs untied in a deed to John T. Nock, who resold to the late L. Floyd Nock. The house A43F is called the Davis Place.⁵ Margaret was listed as a head of household in the census of 1800 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Peggy Stockley (B.N.) (Bradford's Neck?) age over 45. Listed with her were 1 male age 0-10, 2 males age 10-16, 1 male age 16-26, 4 females age 0-10, 4 females age 16-26, and 2 slaves.² Margaret was listed as a head of household in the census of 1810 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Peggy Stockly a head of house hold, age over 45. Listed with her were 1 male age 0-10, 1 male age 10-16, 2 males age 26-45, 1 female age 10-16, 2 females age 16-26, 1 female age 26 to 45 and 1 slave.² Margaret was listed as a head of household in the census of 1820 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Peggy Stockley a head of house hold, age 26-45(?). Listed with her were 1 male age 16-18, 1 male age 16-26, 1 female age 0-10, 1 female age 10-16, 1 female age 16-26, 2 other females in her age bracket 26-45 and 2 slaves. Listed on the same page was Jeremia Stockley a head of house hold, age 16-26. Listed with him were 2 males age 0-10, 2 females age 16-26.² Margaret made a will on 10 December 1821 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Peggy Stockley. To my son Jeremiah Stockley all my land & plantation whereon I now live except the small room of the dwelling house above stairs & below stairs, which I give to my daughter Patty Stockley as long as she lives single. If Jeremiah shall sell the land he must provide my daughter Patty Stockley 3 barrels of corn every year as long as she lives single. Also Jeremiah shall pay John Stockley & Charles Stockley ... To daughter Patty Stockley ½ of Guardian as long as she lives single & ... & black girl Adah & … To daughter Susannah Johnson ... To granddaughter Mahaly Johnson ... To grandson Thomas Stockley ... & daughter Patty Stockley to keep this property until she thinks Thomas is able to take care of it. To son John Stockley my Petteauger(?) anchor, cable & sail. To son Jeremiah Stockley … & he should find my daughter Patty Stockley firewood. To granddaughter Margaret Stockley ... If my son Jeremiah Stockley shall refuse to comply with the above, then my son John Stockley or my son Charles Stockley shall take the land on the same terms. Sons John Stockley & Charles Stockley Extrs. Witt: John Smith Jr., Ann Bradford, Francis Savage & Abel Bradford.⁶ Margaret died before 25 January 1822 at Accomack Co, VA.⁶ She estate was settled on 24 June 1822 at Accomack Co, VA. 21 Dec 1821 (Invy & Sale), No date (Audit), 24 Jun 1822 (Rec'd) - John Stockley Extr. Legacies to Patty Stockley, Susan Johnson, Mahala Johnson, Thomas Stockley, John Stockley, Jeremiah Stockley & Mary Stockley. Buyer: Charles Stockley. Appraisers: Matthew Floyd, Abel Bradford of K. & Thomas Smith of Jonathan Auditors: George Floyd & Thomas Smith of Jonathan.⁷

     George was born circa 1842 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ George was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as George Stokely, age 8 in HH#613 headed by Sylvester Stokely, a 32 year old farmer with real estate valued at $2,000..¹ He married Margaret J. 'Maggie' Turlington, daughter of Peter S. Turlington and Catharine A. Bell, on 22 December 1870 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as George W. Stockley, a 25 year old merchant, the son of Sylvester & Peggie Stockley and she was shown as Maggie J. Turlington, age 18, the daughter of Peter L. & Peggie Turlington. They were married by J.W.A. Elliott..²

     Charles was born on 5 April 1846 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Charles was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Chas. T. Stokely, age 6 in HH#613 headed by Sylvester Stokely, a 32 year old farmer with real estate valued at $2,000..² Charles reported a death on 15 September 1894 at District 2, Acc Co, VA. It was on this date that C.T. Stockley reported the death of this father Sylvester Stockley, who died of consumption at that age of 96 years..³ He died on 7 June 1918 at Accomack Co, VA, at age 72.¹ Charles was buried at Oak Grove Methodist Church, Melfa, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as C. Thomas Stockley, 5 Apr 1846 - 7 Jun 1918; age 72 year, 2 months & 2 days.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 Stokely, age 2 in HH#613 headed by Sylvester Stokely, a 32 year old farmer with real estate valued at $2,000..¹

     Charles was born circa 1822 at Accomack Co, VA.² Charles was listed with his brother in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Chas. Stokely, age 28 in HH#613 headed by Sylvester Stokely, a 32 year old farmer with real estate valued at $2,000. Also listed was Peggy Stokely, age 55, who was evidently his mother..² Charles died on 5 August 1865 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Chas. Stockley, who died of consumption at the age of 44 years. He was the son of Geramm (Jeremiah?) and Peggie Stockley and born in Acc Co and unmarried. George Stockley gave the information..^3,1

     Mary was born on 17 October 1838 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Mary was named in her grandmother's will on 6 June 1843 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my granddaughter Mary Ann, daughter of my daughter Eliza & my son-in-law Samuel Coleburn.³ Mary was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mary Coalburn, age 12 in HH#688 headed by Sam'l Coalburn of G., a 36 year old farmer with real estate valued at $800..² She married Francis T. 'Frank' Stockley, son of Sylvester R. Stockley and Margaret 'Peggy' Downing, on 25 January 1866 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Francis T. Stockley, a 24 year old merchant, the son of Syl. R. & Marg't Stockley and she was shown as Mary A. Coleburn, age 26, the daughter of Sam'l (of Geo.) & Eliz'th Coleburn. They were married by W.W. Coe..⁴ Mary was listed with her husband in the census of 1880 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Mary A. Stockley, age 40 in a HH headed by Francis T. Stockley, age 38.⁵ Mary died on 7 January 1886 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA, at age 47.^1,6 Her body was interred at Stockley Plot, Frogstool, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Mary A. Stockley, the wife of Francis T. Stockley and the daughter of Sam'l S. & Eliza. S. Coleburn..¹

     Samuel was born on 12 March 1812 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Samuel was named in his grandmother's will on 26 September 1834 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as my grandson Samuel Coleburn in the will of Rosey Beach.² He married Eliza S. Heath, daughter of John Robinson Heath and Mary Ann Corgin, on 6 December 1837 at Accomack Co, VA. Joshua W. Elliott was the security on the M.L.B. of Samuel Coleburn and Eliza Heath of Mary A. Heath..³ Samuel was named in his mother-in-law's will on 6 June 1843 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as my son-in-law Samuel Coleburn in the will of Mary A. Heath.⁴ Samuel was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Sam'l Coalbrun of G. the head of HH#688, a 36 year old farmer with real estate valued at $800. Listed with him were the following Coalburns: Eliza, age 32; and Mary, age 12. Also listed were Margaret A. Heath, age 6; Cornelius J. Heath, age 1; and Wm. White, age 8..⁵ Samuel was listed as a head of household in the census of 1860 at Locustville, St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Sam'l Coulbourne the head of HH#533, a 48 year old farmer with real estate valued at $4,000 and personal property valued at $4,000. Listed with him were Eliza Coulbourne, age 43, Mary Coulbourne, age 21; Marg't R. Heath, age 17; James C. Heath, age 10.⁶ Samuel died on 2 March 1883 at age 70.¹ His body was interred at Beach Cem, Watchapreague, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as Samuel Coleburn, the son of Geo. & Mollie (Beach) Coleburn, who died at the age of 70 years, 11 months and 18 days..¹

     Eliza was born on 27 December 1810 at Accomack Co, VA.³ She married Samuel S. Coleburn, son of George Coleburn and Mary 'Molly' Beach, on 6 December 1837 at Accomack Co, VA. Joshua W. Elliott was the security on the M.L.B. of Samuel Coleburn and Eliza Heath of Mary A. Heath..¹ Eliza was named in her mother's will on 6 June 1843 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my daughter Eliza in the will of Mary A. Heath. She also named Samuel Coleburn as her son-in-law.² Eliza was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Eliza Coalburn, age 32 in HH#688 headed by Sam'l Coalburn of G., a 36 year old farmer with real estate valued at $800..⁴ Eliza died on 10 January 1899 at age 88.³ Her body was interred at Stockley Plot, Frogstool, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Eliza S. Stockley, the widow of Samuel Stockley..³

     George was born circa 1834 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 George Fosque, age 16 with an occupation of "None" in HH#613 headed by Sylvester Stokely, a 32 year old farmer with real estate valued at $2,000..¹

     William was born circa 1845 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.B. Bell, age 5 in HH#614 headed by Geo. H. Bell, age 53 with real estate valued at $8,000..¹

     Elizabeth Riley was born circa 1772 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Elizabeth was named in her father's will on 20 March 1786 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Elizabeth in the will of Thomas Riley, wife Ann.¹ She married William Welch II, son of William Welch I and Bridget (120) Addison, circa 1793.² Elizabeth was named in her grandfather's will on 27 September 1794 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as one of 5 younger children of my dec'd daughter Ann Riley whose husband Thomas Riley was also dec'd.³ Her was named in the will of her step-mother on 16 April 1809 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Elizabeth Welch in the will of Ann Riley.⁴ She was named in a land cause on 4 May 1813 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Ann Welch, Elizabeth Welch, Margaret R. Welch, William Welch and Sarah Welch where shown as the infant children of Elizabeth Welch and represented by Raymond Riley their guardian.⁵

     Margaret was born circa 1821 at Accomack Co, VA.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 Ling, age 29 in HH#614 headed by Geo. H. Bell, age 53 with real estate valued at $8,000..²

     Isaac was born circa 1780 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Patsy 'Patty' Hitchens on 15 October 1813 at Accomack Co, VA. Jonathan Young was the security on the M.L.B. of Isaac West and Patty Hitchins..¹

     Patsy was born circa 1788 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married Isaac West on 15 October 1813 at Accomack Co, VA. Jonathan Young was the security on the M.L.B. of Isaac West and Patty Hitchins..² Patsy 'Patty' Hitchens was listed with her daughter in the census of 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA.¹

     Rachel was born circa 1825 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married William Damlin circa 1845.¹ Rachel was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Rachel Damlin, age 25 in HH#615 headed by Wm. Damlin, a 34 year old laborer. Also listed was Patsy West, age 62, who was evidently her mother and Mary West, age 18, who was evidently her sister..¹ She married William M.B. Dalby, son of Lemuel Dalby and Annie B. (-----), on 17 February 1867 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as William M.B. Dalby, a 35 year old single farmer, the son of Lemuel & Annie P. Dalby and she was shown as Rachel A. Damlin, a 30 year old widow (no parents shown). They were married by J.W.A. Elliott..²

     William was born circa 1816 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ William was the security on a M.L.B. On 24 April 1841 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that William Damlin was the security on the M.L.B. of Henry Kelly and Elizabeth Willett, ward of Bagwell Mason..² He married Rachel A. West, daughter of Isaac West and Patsy 'Patty' Hitchens, circa 1845.¹ 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. Damlin the head of HH#615, a 34 year old laborer. Listed with him were the following Damlins: Rachel, age 25; and Susan, age 2. Also listed was Patsy West, age 62 and Mary West, age 18..¹ William was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1860 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Wm. Damlin the head of HH#893, a 40 year old miller. Listed with him were the following Damlins: Rachel, age 28; Susan, age 12; Marg't, age 9; Jane, age 6; and Rosgenn, age 10..³

     Susan was born circa 1848 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Susan was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Susan Damlin, age 2 in HH#615 headed by Wm. Damlin, a 34 year old laborer..¹ She married Hezehiah Hart, son of Ephraim H. Hart and Hannah (-----), on 3 December 1865 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Hezehiah Hart, a 25 year old sailor, born in Knox Co, Maine and living in Acc Co, VA, the son of Ephraim H. & Hannah Hart and she was shown as Susan Damlin, age 20, the daughter of Wm. & Rachel Damlin. They were married by G. Bradford..²

     Mary was born circa 1832 at Accomack Co, VA.² Mary was listed with her mother in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mary West, age 18 in HH#615 headed by Wm. Damlin, a 34 year old laborer. Also listed was Patsy West, age 62, who was evidently her mother and Rachel Damlin, age 25, who was evidently her sister..² She married Richard Turner, son of Richard Turner and Mary 'Polly' Richardson, on 6 January 1858 at Pungoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Richard Turner, a 25 year old widowed sailor, the son of Rich'd & Polly Turner and she was shown as Mary West, age 21, the daughter of Isaac & Patty West. They were married by Montcalm Oldham. John J. Chandler said she was over age 21..¹

     Richard was born circa 1780 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Rachel Joynes on 20 September 1806 at Accomack Co, VA. Stephen Pewsey was the security on the M.L.B. of Richard Turner and Rachel Joynes..¹ He married Sally Martin, daughter of Henry Martin, on 21 July 1815 at Accomack Co, VA. James Hornsby was the security on the M.L.B. of Richard Turner and Sally Martin of Henry..¹ He married Mary 'Polly' Richardson, daughter of David Richardson, on 2 November 1822 at Accomack Co, VA. James L. Darby was the security on the M.L.B. of Richard Turner of Andrew, widower, and Mary Richardson of David..¹

     Mary was born circa 1800 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Richard Turner, son of Andrew Turner, on 2 November 1822 at Accomack Co, VA. James L. Darby was the security on the M.L.B. of Richard Turner of Andrew, widower, and Mary Richardson of David..¹

     David was born circa 1775 at Accomack Co, VA.

     William was born circa 1829 at Accomack Co, VA.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 William Dolby the head of HH#897, a 21 year old farmer with real estate valued at $1,000. Listed with him were the following Dolbys: Elenor, age 25; Margaret, age 22; Leah (Jr or Sr), age 55; Eitia, age 38; and Leah, age 28..² William was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1860 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William M. Dalby the head of HH#883, a 28 year old farmer. Listed with him were Eleshea J. Dalby, age 55 and John Ashby, an 8 year old mulatto..³ He married Rachel A. West, daughter of Isaac West and Patsy 'Patty' Hitchens, on 17 February 1867 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as William M.B. Dalby, a 35 year old single farmer, the son of Lemuel & Annie P. Dalby and she was shown as Rachel A. Damlin, a 30 year old widow (no parents shown). They were married by J.W.A. Elliott..¹

     Lemuel was born circa 1790 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Annie B. (-----) circa 1812. Lemuel was named in his sister's will on 18 February 1823 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Lemuel Dolby in the will of Elizabeth Coleburn. He was given my plantation for 8 years & then to Branun Dolby, son of Lemuel.²

     Annie was born circa 1790 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Lemuel Dalby, son of (-----) Dalby, circa 1812. Annie died before 23 February 1857.¹

     Hezehiah was born circa 1840 at Knox Co, Maine.² He married Susan Damlin, daughter of William Damlin and Rachel A. West, on 3 December 1865 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Hezehiah Hart, a 25 year old sailor, born in Knox Co, Maine and living in Acc Co, VA, the son of Ephraim H. & Hannah Hart and she was shown as Susan Damlin, age 20, the daughter of Wm. & Rachel Damlin. They were married by G. Bradford..² He married Margaret E. Damlin, daughter of William Damlin and Rachel A. West, on 16 August 1868 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Hezekiah Hart, a 27 year old widowed sailor, born in Maine and living in Acc Co, VA (no parents shown) and she was shown as Marg't E. Damlin, age 18, the daughter of Wm. & Rachel A. Damlin. They were married by L.K. LaCato..² Hezehiah was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1870 at Locust Mount PO, St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Hezekiah Heart the head of HH#LM644, a 31 year old sailor, born in ME. Listed with him was Marg't E. Heart, a 19 year old house keeper..³

     Ephraim was born circa 1810 at Maine. He married Hannah (-----) circa 1835.

     Hannah was born circa 1810 at Maine. She married Ephraim H. Hart circa 1835.

     Margaret was born circa 1851 at Accomack Co, VA.² She married Hezehiah Hart, son of Ephraim H. Hart and Hannah (-----), on 16 August 1868 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Hezekiah Hart, a 27 year old widowed sailor, born in Maine and living in Acc Co, VA (no parents shown) and she was shown as Marg't E. Damlin, age 18, the daughter of Wm. & Rachel A. Damlin. They were married by L.K. LaCato..¹ Margaret was listed with her husband in the census of in 1870 at Locust Mount PO, St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Marg't Heart a 19 year old house keeper in HH#LM644 headed by Hezekiah Heart, a 31 year old sailor, born in ME..³

     Anzele was born on 16 September 1757 at Bradford Neck, Acc Co, VA. According to Rev. John W.A. Elliott's Ledger Book, she was in Bradford's Neck in 1758, some 3 years the junior of her husband. Her parents were Edmond Bradford and a Miss Andress, who were married in the early part of the 18th century..^4,2 She married Rev. William Elliott, son of Thomas Elliott (mechanic) and Ann Wescott, on 10 December 1781 at Accomack Co, VA.^5,6 According to Rev. John W.A. Elliott's Ledger Book, Anzela proved to be a true help mate, a woman remarkable for intelligence, industry, and real worth. They soon commenced farming in Upshur's Neck, worked hard, and raised a family of children. Of their children more will be said. They proved to be a family respected in their community. Anzela Bradford was one among the best of women. I am unable to know or where to commence or how to describe the true virtues of that good woman. I think I could safely say that never was there guile from her lips. She was a woman of great natural intelligence, a Bible reader and practiced what it taught. I don't think she was ever heard to speak of any person only to their praise. She and her husband lived in peace and happiness for many years amid many trying scenes and deep afflictions. They raised a virtuous family of children and brought them up in the virtues and admonitions of the Lord. She commenced a religious life early under the ministration of a Baptist minister, Mr. Layfield, and by him was baptized by immersion and became a member of the Hollies Baptist church, held her relation at Hollies Meetinghouse being the first Baptist church in the county. She was a consistent Christian. She closely studied human nature, the human system, and the diseases incident, and many of the remedies found in the folios (fields?). Hence she was a doctoress. It was interesting to see her herbs prepared in their season, and placed away for use, also her botanic garden. Her various herbs raised and prepared for use also her apothecary in which she had prepared a remedy for all common diseases bottled up. The 25 years that I was acquainted with the family a doctor was never called in but once, and that was to perform a surgical operation. She was successful in doctor(ing) bone _____? and had many cases of that disease. Generally cured without losing a bone. Had cured some cancers(?) of a certain class, but bilious fevers, colic, ague, and fever and all such diseases she had the remedy and confidence in applying them successfully. Made a great many cures and was careful to apply the balm of the Gospel to their mortal diseases in this department she was the wonder of her age.² Anzele died on 7 September 1841 at age 83.⁴ Her body was interred at Bradford-Burton, Quinby, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Anzele Elliott, widow of William Elliott, 16 Sep 1757 - 7 Sep 1841..⁴ On 30 Dec 1850 it was recorded that William Elliott, Rev. Soldier, was a resident of this county and died circa 23 Sep 1836 leaving a widow, Anxell Elliott; she died 7 Oct 1841 leaving one child, Anzell Wallace who still survives. William Elliott and Anzell married 10 Dec 1781.⁶ Administration of Anzele's estate was filed on 28 April 1851 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Peter F. Browne was named to settle the estate of Anzele Elliott. James W. Custis was security.⁷ On 28 Apr 1851, Peter F. Browne, administrator of Anzele Elliott appeared in court & made the declaration, in order to obtain for the child of Anzele Elliott, the benefit of the provision made by the Act of Congress passed 4 Jul 1836. He declared that it appears by satisfactory evidence that Anzele Elliott was the widow of William Elliott, who was according to his declaration made in court on 1 Aug 1832, a private in the Militia Company of Capt. William Polk, which was attached to the Regiment Commanded by Col. Southy Simpson and that he was principally engaged in guarding and defending the exposed places on the sea and Bay side. It appears by the family record that she was married to William Elliott on 10 Dec 1781 and that her husband died on 23 Sep 1836 and that she has remained a widow ever since that period and to the day of her death.⁵

     Anzele was born on 8 October 1790 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She was baptized in 1790 at Hollies Baptist Ch, Keller, Acc Co, VA.³ Anzele was named in her his aunt's will on 3 August 1814 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a niece Anzele A. Elliott in the will of Peggy Bradford Sr.⁴ Anzele witnessed a will on 15 April 1815 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Anzele A. Elliott witnessed the will of Thomas A. Elliott..⁵ She married William Wallace, son of Daniel Wallace, on 16 December 1816 at Accomack Co, VA. Joshua Burton Jr. was the security on the M.L.B. of Wm. Wallis of Dan. and Anseley Elliott of Wm..⁶ Anzele was named in her father's will on 20 April 1832 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Angela Wallace in the will of William Elliott Sr..² According to Rev. John W.A. Elliott's Ledger Book, Anzele was remarkable from early childhood. She embraced religion in early life and lived it to her last moment, being 75 years old. First remarkable trait was her industry and her devotion to religion. She thirsted for religious books, her reading copiously and her retentive memory of what she read, her studious habits and informed mind made a concordance and a commentary on the Holy Scriptures. Very few theologians that had a better understanding of the Scriptures than her. You may compare with the distinguished women of past history, but few or any could exceed her in reading or in thinking. She comprehended all she read and was ready to give points - and authors in proof of her position. She was the standing record of her community. All she ever heard she retained: marriages, births, deaths, and all such records were recorded on the tablets of her thoughts to be read by the mind's eye when the facts were called for at any day. In her old age to ask her where she was fifty years ago on that day, and in a short time she would give the place and circumstances of that day. Her delight was in the law of the Lord, would make any sacrifice to attend to the service of the sanctuary. On returning home would keep a diary, noting the text and the points. Her peculiar thirst for religious society. She was never known to enter on the lively of the day of detailing the givens or hearing the common news of the day as other persons, but in company if the conversation was not instructing and of a religious cast she said nothing or engaged in some religious reading, asking to be excused for her silence or abstinence. She was never idle, her ideas was that idleness was the inroad to evil. In her domestic duties she performed them with a sense of duty. Her house hours for devotion and reading was also duly met and fulfilled. A volume might be written on the remarkable Christian character of this woman. Enough to say that all may know she tried to do her duty here. The last of her years was of severe trial and deep affliction, all which she endured with Christian candor and fortitude. Her opinion was not only to act, but to learn to suffer affliction under the severest trials of life. She often quoted St. Paul that our afflictions were but for a moment, would work our a far more and an eternal weight of glory. She possessed a spirit of missionary enterprise. Died finally in a family that was strange but treated her nobly and her last moments was tranquil and peace.⁷ Anzele was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Ansley Wallace, age 59 in HH#616 headed by Wm. Wallace, a 69 year old sailor..⁸ On 30 Dec 1850 it was recorded that William Elliott, Rev. Soldier, was a resident of this county and died circa 23 Sep 1836 leaving a widow, Anxell Elliott; she died 7 Oct 1841 leaving one child, Anzell Wallace who still survives. William Elliott and Anzell married 10 Dec 1781.⁹ It appears to the court that William Elliott was a resident of this county and died in the same on 23 Sep 1836. At the time of his death he left a widow, whose name was Anzele Elliott and she died on 7 Oct 1841. And Anzele Wallace formerly Anzele Elliott was the only surviving child at the time of the death of her father William Elliott and at the time of the death of her mother Anzele Elliott.¹⁰ Anzele died on 20 August 1865 at age 74.¹ Her body was interred at Bradford-Burton, Quinby, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Anzele Wallace, the wife of Wm. Wallace and the daughter of Wm. & Anzele Elliott..¹

     William was born on 30 September 1781 at Accomack Co, VA.² He married Anzele A. Elliott, daughter of Rev. William Elliott and Anzele (83) Bradford, on 16 December 1816 at Accomack Co, VA. Joshua Burton Jr. was the security on the M.L.B. of Wm. Wallis of Dan. and Anseley Elliott of Wm..¹ 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. Wallace the head of HH#616, a 69 year old sailor. Listed with him were Ansley Wallace, age 59 and Leah Atkins, age 49 and black..³ William died on 8 October 1858 at age 77.² His body was interred at Bradford-Burton, Quinby, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as William Wallace, the husband of Anzele Wallace, who died at the age of 77 years, 0 months and 8 days..⁴

     Daniel was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA.

     John was born on 21 January 1815 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ John was named in his father's will on 8 January 1827 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son John S. Bell in the will of William Bell..² John was named in a land cause on 29 May 1833 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as John Bell, one of nine children of William Bell, who was one of the children of _____ Bell and Nancy his wife, who was an paternal aunt of John T. Elliott. He was also shown as an infant child, meaning under age 21..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. G. Bell the head of HH#617, a 34 year old farmer with real estate valued at $3,000. Listed with him were the following Bells: Rachel, age 62; Wm, a 38 year old carpenter; Juliet H., age 26; and Arintha, age 21..⁴ John died on 16 February 1894 at age 79.¹ His body was interred at Thomas H. Bell Plot, Old Tower, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as John S. Bell, the son of Wm. & Rachel Bell, who died on 16 Feb 1894 at the age of 79 years, 0 months and 26 days..¹

     William was born circa 1812 at Accomack Co, VA. The 1850 census and his 1855 marriage record both put his birth at 1812..^1,3 William was named in his father's will on 8 January 1827 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son William Bell in the will of William Bell..² William was named in a land cause on 29 May 1833 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as William Bell, one of nine children of William Bell, who was one of the children of _____ Bell and Nancy his wife, who was an paternal aunt of John T. Elliott. He was also shown as an infant child, meaning under age 21..⁴ William was listed with his brother in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Wm. Bell, a 38 year old carpenter in HH#617 headed by Jno. G. Bell, a 34 year old farmer with real estate valued at $3,000. Also listed was Rachel Bell, age 62, who was evidently his mother..¹ He married Atta Ann Harris, daughter of Sarah A. 'Sally' Harris, on 25 January 1855 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as William Bell of R. (assumed to be Rachel), age 43 and single with an occupation shown as 'variable' and the son of Wm. Bell and she was shown as Atta Ann (Cropper on the license) Harris, age 15, the daughter of Sally. They were married by J.W.A. Elliott..³

     Juliet was born circa 1824 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Juliet was named in her father's will on 8 January 1827 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Juliet Emily Bell in the will of William Bell..² Juliet was named in a land cause on 29 May 1833 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as Juliet Bell, one of nine children of William Bell, who was one of the children of _____ Bell and Nancy his wife, who was an paternal aunt of John T. Elliott. She was also shown as an infant child, meaning under age 21..³ Juliet was listed with her brother in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Juliet H. Bell, age 26 in HH#617 headed by Jno. G. Bell, a 34 year old farmer with real estate valued at $3,000. Also listed was Rachel Bell, age 62, who was evidently her mother..¹

     Arintha was named in her father's will on 8 January 1827 at Accomack Co, VA. She was evidently the unborn infant in the will of William Bell..² Arintha was born in 1827 at Accomack Co, VA.² Arintha was named in a land cause on 29 May 1833 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as Arintha J. Bell, one of nine children of William Bell, who was one of the children of _____ Bell and Nancy his wife, who was an paternal aunt of John T. Elliott. She was also shown as an infant child, meaning under age 21..³ Arintha was listed with her brother in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Arintha Bell, age 21 in HH#617 headed by Jno. G. Bell, a 34 year old farmer with real estate valued at $3,000. Also listed was Rachel Bell, age 62, who was evidently thier mother..¹

     Catharine was born circa 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. As of circa 1795,her married name was Bell.^2,3 She married Geodiah (88) Bell, son of William (52) Bell and Anne 'Nancy' Elliott, circa 1795.^2,3

     Mahala was born on 15 January 1802 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married Jesse Phillips on 28 July 1823 at Accomack Co, VA. James Glen was the security on the M.L.B. of Jesse Phillips and Mahala Bell..⁴ On 18 Feb 1833 it was recorded in N'hamp Co, VA, that George H. Bell and Margaret R. his wife, Wm. H. Bell & Margaret his wife, James Bell & Charlotte his wife, Lorenzo D. Bell & Alice Ann his wife, Benjamin Bradford & Catharine his wife, Jesse Phillips & Mahaley his wife, Sally H. Bell & Margaret Bell of Accomack Co sell to Thomas R. Joynes of Accomack Co, for $180, all their right, title & interest in the estate of John T. Elliott late of N'hamp Co, including their reversion in the land heretofore assigned to Mrs. Juliet Elliott widow of Jno. T. Elliott for her dower, which real estate consists of several plantations and tracts of land in N'hamp Co and several lots in Frank Town in N'hamp Co containing in the whole 1,238 acres more or less, being eighteen-six hundredth (18/600) part of the whole, that is to say the ten-six hundredth (10/600) purchased by George H. & Lorenzo D. Bell from Geodiah Bell the younger, Thos. Bell & George Bell, who were only children of George Bell dec'd who was one of the children of Nancy Bell dec'd, a Paternal Aunt of John T. Elliott, and the remaining eight-six hundredth (8/600) parts of real estate descended to George H., Wm. H., James, Lorenzo D., Sally & Margaret Bell and Catharine Bradford & Mahala Phillips (to each the one-six hundredth (1/600) part thereof) they being children of Geodiah Bell the elder, dec'd, who was another child of Nancy Bell. Witt: Jno. H. Custis & Edw'd O. Finney.² Mahala was named in a land cause on 29 May 1833 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as Mahala Bell, a child of Geodiah Bell, dec'd, who was a child of _____ Bell and Nancy, his wife, who was formerly Nancy Elliott who died in the life time of her nephew John T. Elliott, who died intestate in N'hamp Co, VA, some 10 years earlier. On 8 Feb 1833, the aforesaid George H. Bell and Margaret, his wife, Lorenzo D. Bell and Alice Ann, his wife, William H. Bell and Margaret, his wife, James Bell and Charlotte, his wife, Benjamin Bradford and Catharine, his wife (who was formerly Catharine Bell and is the same Catharine Bell above mentioned), Jesse Phillips and Mahala, his wife (who was formerly Mahala alias Mehaley Bell, and is the same Mahala Bell above mentioned), Sally Bell, alias Sally H. Bell, and Margaret Bell, by deed of that date conveyed to your orator Thomas R. Joynes the interest to which they became entitled as heirs at law of the said John T. Elliott, and to which the said George H. Bell and Lorenzo D. Bell became entitled under the conveyances aforesaid from the aforesaid Thomas Bell and Geodiah Bell and Elizabeth, his wife, and the said George Bell, of, in and to the aforesaid real estate of the said John T. Elliott, dec..³ Mahala was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mahaly Phillips, age 48 in HH#622 headed by Jesse Phillips, a 52 year old sailor with real estate valued at $800..⁵ Mahala died on 10 November 1857 at age 55.¹ Her body was interred at Wachapreague Cem, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Mahala H. Phillips, the wife of Jesse Phillips and the daughter of Jodiah & Catherine Bell, who died at the age of 54 years, 9 months and 11 days..¹

     Jesse was born on 17 March 1798 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Mahala H. Bell, daughter of Geodiah (88) Bell and Catharine 'Caty' Harmon, on 28 July 1823 at Accomack Co, VA. James Glen was the security on the M.L.B. of Jesse Phillips and Mahala Bell..² Jesse was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Jesse Phillips the head of HH#622, a 52 year old sailor with real estate valued at $800. Listed with him were the following Phillips: Mahaly, age 48; Wesly S., a 26 year old sailor; Edw'd, a 21 year old teacher; Geo. W., a 17 year old student; Jno. M., age 15; and Louis J., age 13. Also listed was Dennis Shield, a 35 year old black house painter..³ Jesse died on 4 September 1873 at age 75.¹ His body was interred at Wachapreague Cem, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as Jesse Phillips, the husband of Mahala H. Phillips..¹

     Edward was born circa 1829 at Accomack Co, VA.² 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 Phillips, a 21 year old teacher in HH#622 headed by Jesse Phillips, a 52 year old sailor with real estate valued at $800..²

     George was born circa 1833 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ George was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Geo. W. Phillips, a 17 year old student in HH#622 headed by Jesse Phillips, a 52 year old sailor with real estate valued at $800..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. M. Phillips, age 15 in HH#622 headed by Jesse Phillips, a 52 year old sailor with real estate valued at $800..¹

     Louis was born circa 1837 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Louis was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Louis J. Phillips, age 13 in HH#622 headed by Jesse Phillips, a 52 year old sailor with real estate valued at $800..¹

     Vianna was born on 18 November 1806 at Accomack Co, VA.² Vianna was named in her mother's will on 7 June 1838 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Vianna the will of Margaret Sturgis..¹ Vianna was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Virginia Sturgis the head of HH#624, age 45. She was living alone..³ Vianna died on 11 September 1885 at age 78.² Her body was interred at Sturgis Plot, Scarburgh Neck, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Vianna S. Sturgis, daughter of Jno. & Marg't Sturgis, 18 Nov 1806 - 11 Sep 1885..²

     Margaret was born circa 1770 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Charles Richardson circa 1790.¹ She married John Sturgis, son of Absalom Sturgis and Easter (-----), on 4 August 1801 at Accomack Co, VA. Thomas Scarburgh was the security on the M.L.B. of John Sturgis Jr. and Mrs. Peggy Richardson, widow..² Margaret was named as an heir on 15 May 1804 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that at the final recording of the settlement of the estate of Charles Richardson, Margaret Richardson was shown as getting 2/3 of rent & ... Also board, schooling & clothing of 3 children..³ She made a will on 7 June 1838 at Accomack Co, VA. Her will was partly proved on 25 Mar 1839 and fully proved on 29 Apr 1839. - To my daughter Virginia ... Balance to all my (children) that is living & them that is dead, which is Mary & Ann, their children to have their mother's share. My son Jonathan Extr. Witt: James B. Walter & Richard Walter Jr. Prob: Jonathan W. Richardson, the named Extr., gave bond with William Wyatt & Thomas S. Richardson securities..⁴ Margaret died in March 1839 at Accomack Co, VA.⁴ Margaret's will was probated on 25 March 1839 at Accomack Co, VA.⁴

     Jonathan was born circa 1795 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Susy Benston on 16 December 1822 at Accomack Co, VA. John W. Sturgis was the security on the M.L.B. of Jonathan W. Richardson and Susy Benston..² Jonathan was named as administrator of an estate on 27 December 1824 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Jonahan W. Richardson was named to settle the estate of Francis Richardson. John W. Sturgis & James L. Benson were securities..³ Jonathan was named in his mother's will on 7 June 1838 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Jonathan in the will of Margaret Sturgis..¹ He made a will on 4 September 1843 at Accomack Co, VA. To my wife Susan Richardson the whole of my property after my just debts are paid (during) her life. Witt: Thomas S. Richardson & James M. Savage. Prob: There being no Extr. named, Thomas S. Richardson (the widow relinquishing) became the Admr. with Littleton K. LeCato, William S. Sturgis & Charles T. Sturgis securities..⁴ Jonathan died in October 1844.⁴ Jonathan's will was probated on 28 October 1844 at Accomack Co, VA. His will was partly proved on 28 Oct 1844 and fully proved on 25 Nov 1844..⁴

     Mary was born circa 1791 at Accomack Co, VA. As of 6 September 1821,her married name was Floyd.² She married Benjamin Floyd, son of Berry (199) Floyd and Sarah 'Sally' Watson, on 6 September 1821 at Accomack Co, VA. Thomas S. Richardson was the security on the M.L.B. of Benjamin Floyd, widower, and Mary Richardson of Chas.² Mary Richardson died before 1 December 1832. It was on this date that Benjamin Floyd, widower, married Mary Powell, widow.²

     Ann was born circa 1793 at Accomack Co, VA.

     James was born circa 1780 at Accomack Co, VA. James Mears was born when his father was about 50 years old. He was only about 5 year old when his father died in 1785. He was raised by his mother on the Armitrader land and after 1810, his name appeared in Acc Co records as James Mears (of M) or James Mears (of Molly) to distinguish him from younger James Mearses of the time.. James was named in his father's will on 17 December 1784 at Accomack Co, VA. James was left no land by his father and the records do not show him buying land..¹ He married Hester N. 'Hessy' Harmon, daughter of John H. (of Henry) Harmon and Ann 'Nanny' Burton, on 10 October 1806 at Accomack Co, VA. John Harmon was the security and gave consent on the M.L.B. of James Mears and Hessy N. Harmon of Jno..² James was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1810 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. James Mears was the only Mears of this name in the 1810 census of Acc Co. He was aged 26 to 45, with his wife, under 26 years of age, and two sons under age 10..³ He married Sally Wallace on 28 March 1814 at Accomack Co, VA. James Mears of James and George Beach were the security on the M.L.B. of James Mears and Sally Wallace..² James was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1820 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as James Mears (of M), aged 26 to 45, with a wife between 26 and 45 years of age, a son under 10 years, a son aged 10 to 15 years, and again without daughters. It is apparent that James Mears and his first wife last a son between 1810 and 1820 or he had moved into another household. Later records incicate he had moved..³ James was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1830 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as James Mears (of M), age 40 to 50 years. Evidently his oldest son had married and there were 2 other males in the household, one aged 5 to 10 years, and another age 10 to 15 years. His wife was between age 40 and 50 years and there were 2 females under age 10 years. There was one other female in the household, aged 60 to 70 years..⁴ James died in October 1837.⁵ Administration of James's estate was filed on 30 October 1837 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that David Mears was named to settle the estate of James Mears. Garrison Burton & Jacob Bell were the securities.⁵ The inventory and sale of his personal property took place on 1 Nov 1837 (Acc Co Inventories, 1837-1839, p. 418). The list of items cover a little less than 3 pages. Household furniture included: two spinning wheels, a square pine table, six windsor chairs, a flag chair, a small blue chest, a large blue chest, a walnut table, a pine safe, and other items. There was no farm equipment listed. Rather, a number of articles, including saws, planes, adzes, hammers, chissels, augers, "a lot of wheel timber," and "a lot of spoke timber," show that James Mears was a wheelwright. He also owned livestock.

     Hester was born circa 1790 at Accomack Co, VA. She married James (of Molly) Mears, son of John (122) Mears and Mary 'Molly' Beach, on 10 October 1806 at Accomack Co, VA. John Harmon was the security and gave consent on the M.L.B. of James Mears and Hessy N. Harmon of Jno..¹

     John was born circa 1760 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Ann 'Nanny' Burton, daughter of Thomas Burton and Sinah Roberts, circa 1788. John was named in his father-in-law's will on 29 July 1820 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as John Harmon of Henry in the will of Thomas Burton, who also named a daughter Nanny Harmon and a granddaughter Rosey Harmon.¹

     Ann was born on 26 October 1766 at Accomack Co, VA.² She married John H. (of Henry) Harmon, son of Henry Harmon, circa 1788. Ann was named in her brother's will on 10 March 1803 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a sister Nany Harmon in the will of John Burton.³ Ann was named in her father's will on 29 July 1820 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Nanny Harmon. He also named John Harmon of Henry who he gave the debt due me from him for Negro hires in 1806. He also named a granddaughter Rosey Harmon.⁴ Ann died on 13 July 1829 at age 62.² Her body was interred at Harmon Plot, Oak Grove Ch, Melfa, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Ann B. Harmon, who died at the age of 62 years, 9 months and 18 days..²

     David was born on 27 August 1806 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Juliet Ann Ames, daughter of Benjamin H. Ames and Ann Arlington 'Nancy' Mears, on 4 January 1830 at Accomack Co, VA. Abel R. Harmon was the security on the M.L.B. of David Mears and Juliet Ann Ames..² David was named as administrator of an estate on 30 October 1837 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that David Mears was named to settle the estate of James Mears. Garrison Burton & Jacob Bell were the securities..³ David was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as David Mears the head of HH#649, a 44 year old farmer with real estate valued at $4,000. Listed with him were the following Mears: Juliett, age 40; Alfred G., a 19 year old student; Hester A., age 17; Thos., age 5; Rositta, age 4/12; and Emaline, age 34. Also listed were Revel Garrison, a 27 year old laborer; and Jim Sample, age 20 and black..⁴ David was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1860 at Pungoteague PO, St.George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as David Mears the head of HH#1004, a 53 year old farmer with real estate valued at $13,000 and personal property valued at $1,800. Listed with him were the following Mears: Juliet, age 51; Arinthia, age 17; Thos., age 14; and Rosetta, age 10. Also listed were the following Harmans: Smith, an 18 year old black farm laborer; Louis, a 21 year old black farm laborer; and Theragood, age 14 and black..⁵ David died on 16 November 1871 at age 65.¹ His body was interred at Mears Graves, Painter, Acc Co, VA. His tombstones shows him as David Mears, the husband of Juliet A. Mears and the son of Jas. & Hester Mears, who died at the age of 65 years, 2 months and 19 days..¹

     Juliet was born on 31 December 1808 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married David B. Mears, son of James (of Molly) Mears and Hester N. 'Hessy' Harmon, on 4 January 1830 at Accomack Co, VA. Abel R. Harmon was the security on the M.L.B. of David Mears and Juliet Ann Ames..² Juliet was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Juliett Mears, age 40 in HH#649 headed by David Mears, a 44 year old farmer with real estate valued at $4,000..³ Juliet was listed with her husband in the census of in 1860 at Pungoteague PO, St.George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Juliet Mears, age 51 in HH#1004 headed by David Mears, a 53 year old farmer..⁴ Juliet died on 21 April 1868 at age 59.¹ Her body was interred at Mears Graves, Painter, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Juliet A. Mears, the wife of David Mears and the daughter of Benj. & Ann Ames, who died at the age of 59 years, 3 months and 20 days..¹

     Benjamin was born circa 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Elizabeth 'Betsy' Rayfield, daughter of Major Rayfield (Hunting Creek) and Mary Anne Courtney, on 6 January 1801 at Accomack Co, VA. Thomas Scarburgh was the security on the M.L.B. of Benjamin Ames and Betsy Rayfield..² He married Ann Arlington 'Nancy' Mears, daughter of William (of Jno) Mears and Sarah Arlington, on 21 October 1805 at Accomack Co, VA. John Ames was the security on the M.L.B. of Benjamin Ames and Nancy Hyslop..²

     Ann was born circa 1780 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Elisha Mears Jr., son of Elisha Mears (wife Comfort) and Comfort (303) West, circa 1795 at Accomack Co, VA.² Ann was named in her father's will on 22 November 1799 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Ann Arlington Mears in the will of William Mears, of John..¹ She married William Hyslop in 1803 at Accomack Co, VA. Zorobabel Kellam was the security on the M.L.B. of William Hyslop and Nancy Mears. (Note: In Turman's marriage book the date is shown as 24 _____ 1803, so the month is unknown.).³ She married Benjamin H. Ames, son of Levin Ames and Mary Hutchinson, on 21 October 1805 at Accomack Co, VA. John Ames was the security on the M.L.B. of Benjamin Ames and Nancy Hyslop..³ At a court held 30 Jun 1806 it was ordered "by consent of John Arlington, guardian of Elisha Mears, orphan of Elisha Mears Jr., and John Hyslop, orphan of William, that he be removed from the guardianship of said orphans and that Benjamin Ames be appointed guardian to them, who thereupon gave bond."⁴

     Rosa was born on 3 January 1791 at Accomack Co, VA.² Rosa was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Rosa Harman the head of HH#625, age 52 with real estate valued at $2,000. Listed with her was Sinah Harmon, age 50..³ Rosa died on 27 March 1855 at age 64.² Her body was interred at Harmon Plot, Oak Grove Ch, Melfa, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Rosey B. Harmon, the daughter of Jno. H. & Ann Harmon, who died at the age of 64 years, 2 months and 24 days..²

     Sinah was born on 8 December 1798 at Accomack Co, VA.² Sinah was listed with her sister in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sinah Harman, age 50 in HH#625 headed by Rosa Harman, age 52 with real estate valued at $2,000..³ Sinah died on 23 April 1870 at age 71.² Her body was interred at Harmon Plot, Oak Grove Ch, Melfa, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Siner B. Harmon, the daughter of Jno. H. & Ann Harmon, who died at the age of 71 years, 4 months and 15 days..²

     Comfort was born on 24 December 1800 at Accomack Co, VA.² Comfort died on 22 June 1845 at age 44.² Her body was interred at Harmon Plot, Oak Grove Ch, Melfa, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Comfort M. Harmon, the daughter of Jno. & Ann Harmon, who died at that age of 44 years, 5 months and 28 days..²

     Thomas was born circa 1740 at Accomack Co, VA.³ He married Sinah Roberts, daughter of Abel Roberts and (-----) (-----), circa 1765.⁴ Thomas served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Thomas Burton, an Ensign in the Militia. According to Dr. Bill Burton this Thomas Burton was appointed an Ensign on 11 Oct 1777..^5,6 Thomas was named as administrator of an estate on 25 February 1778 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Joshua Burton was granted to Thomas Burton with John Parker & Levi Nock securities.² Thomas was named as a guardian on 1 August 1787 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Thomas Burton, who was by the court appointed guradian to Peggy Burton, Joshua Burton, James Burton & Thomas Burton orphans of Garrison Burton dec'd, who gave William Garrison for his security.⁷ Thomas was named as administrator of an estate on 5 August 1787 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Garrison Burton was granted to Thomas Burton with William Garrison security.⁸ According to George Savage of Michigan, this Thomas Burton turned from the Church of England to Methodist in 1800.⁶ According to Whitelaw, Thomas Burton's part of tract A65 began a little southeast of Rose Cottage, continued on down the present Finney's Creek to its junction with Nickawampus Creek, and then up the north side of that, and it included a small triangle of land west of the seaside road. In 1735 Thomas Burton left as 500 acres to his son Joshua, who died intestate in 1778 and was succeeded by a son Thomas, who in 1821 left the land east of the road to a son Joshua, and the triangular part to his son Garrison. The former was the Rev. Joshua Burton, a much beloved Methodist minister, who owned A43B and is buried there. A65C is the probable site for old Burton's Chapel. The earlist record of this congregation appears in the journal of the Rev. Francis Asbury, the first Methodist Bishop in America. Under the date of Sunday, 1 Nov 1784, he said "I lectured at Burton's in the evening."³ Thomas made a will on 29 July 1820 at Accomack Co, VA. To son Joshua Burton the land whereon I now live adjoining the lands of William Ashby in right of his wife Mary Ann & lands of John B. Upshur. The use of Negroes Mary, Tamer, James, Selby & Mary Carter to son Joshua Burton until each reach age 35 & any increase until they arrive to age 21. To son Joshua Burton … To the Methodist connection ½ acre whereon the meeting house is now situated to be laid off by my sons Joshua & Garrison ... To son Garrison Burton all the remainder of my land, reserving the plot of ground for the Methodist Meeting House & the plot where my niece Matilda Spiers now lives, to her use as long as she continues single & reserving the use of the house & privilege of trees & patches around the same unto my Negro man Levin during his life & then to return to my son Garrison Burton. To son Garrison Burton use of Negroes Sarah, Ann, Levin, Betty, George & Harriet until each arrive to age 35 & increase until age 21. To daughter Nanny Harmon Negroes Leah, Esther & Spencer until each arrives to age 35 & increase to age 21, provided no claim is made against my estate for Negro Samuel. If Nanny Harmon dies, then to her children & reserving the use of them to John Harmon. To John Harmon of Henry the debt due me from him for Negro hires in 1806. To granddaughter Rosey Harmon Negro woman Deil until age 35 & her increase to age 21. My Negroes Samuel & Adah to go free immediately at my decease & my Negroes Mary, Tamer, James, Selby, Mary Carter, Sarah Ann, Severn, Betty, George, Harriet, Leah, Esther, Spencer & Deil to go free as soon as they arrive to age 35 each according to the several loans made upon said Negroes. My son Joshua to take care of Negro Levin during his life. Remainder to my children Joshua, Garrison Burton & Nanny Harmon. Sons Joshua & Garrison Burton Extrs. Witt: Thomas Smith of Jonathan, Parker Copes & Levin Hargis.⁹ He died before 29 October 1821 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated. Garrison Burton & Jesse Elliott securities.⁹

     John was born on 3 October 1805 at Accomack Co, VA.² John died on 2 September 1838 at age 32.¹ His body was interred at Harmon Plot, Oak Grove Ch, Melfa, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as John H. Harmon, the son of Jno. & Ann Harmon, who died at the age of 32 years, 11 months and 1 day..¹

     Robert was born circa 1770 at Accomack Co, VA.

     Savage was born on 18 November 1815 at Accomack Co, VA.² Savage was named as an heir on 27 February 1826 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Savage Bell, orphan, was awarded $4.00 in the settlement of the estate of Nancy Bell..¹ He married Mahala A. (-----) circa 1845.³ Savage was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Savage Bell the head of HH#626, a 33 year old shoemaker with real estate valued at $250. Listed with him were the following Bells: Mahaly A., age 24; and Mary A., age 4. Also listed was Jane Beckett, age 11 and black. (Note: His given name was marked over and difficult to read, but it has to be Savage based on the names of his wife and daughter.).³ Savage died on 29 November 1892 at age 77.² His body was interred at Bradford-Hyslup, Grangeville, Acc Co, VA.²

     Mahala was born in 1826 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married Savage H. Bell, son of George (92) Bell and Nancy Hall, circa 1845.² Mahala was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mahaly A. Bell, age 24 in HH#626 headed by Savage Bell, a 33 year old shoemaker with real estate valued at $250..² Mahala died on 18 January 1879.¹ Her body was interred at Bradford-Hyslup, Grangeville, Acc Co, VA.¹

     Sally was born on 15 December 1800 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ On 18 Feb 1833 it was recorded in N'hamp Co, VA, that George H. Bell and Margaret R. his wife, Wm. H. Bell & Margaret his wife, James Bell & Charlotte his wife, Lorenzo D. Bell & Alice Ann his wife, Benjamin Bradford & Catharine his wife, Jesse Phillips & Mahaley his wife, Sally H. Bell & Margaret Bell of Accomack Co sell to Thomas R. Joynes of Accomack Co, for $180, all their right, title & interest in the estate of John T. Elliott late of N'hamp Co, including their reversion in the land heretofore assigned to Mrs. Juliet Elliott widow of Jno. T. Elliott for her dower, which real estate consists of several plantations and tracts of land in N'hamp Co and several lots in Frank Town in N'hamp Co containing in the whole 1,238 acres more or less, being eighteen-six hundredth (18/600) part of the whole, that is to say the ten-six hundredth (10/600) purchased by George H. & Lorenzo D. Bell from Geodiah Bell the younger, Thos. Bell & George Bell, who were only children of George Bell dec'd who was one of the children of Nancy Bell dec'd, a Paternal Aunt of John T. Elliott, and the remaining eight-six hundredth (8/600) parts of real estate descended to George H., Wm. H., James, Lorenzo D., Sally & Margaret Bell and Catharine Bradford & Mahala Phillips (to each the one-six hundredth (1/600) part thereof) they being children of Geodiah Bell the elder, dec'd, who was another child of Nancy Bell. Witt: Jno. H. Custis & Edw'd O. Finney.² Sally was named in a land cause on 29 May 1833 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as Sally Bell, a child of Geodiah Bell, dec'd, who was a child of _____ Bell and Nancy, his wife, who was formerly Nancy Elliott who died in the life time of her nephew John T. Elliott, who died intestate in N'hamp Co, VA, some 10 years earlier. On 8 Feb 1833, the aforesaid George H. Bell and Margaret, his wife, Lorenzo D. Bell and Alice Ann, his wife, William H. Bell and Margaret, his wife, James Bell and Charlotte, his wife, Benjamin Bradford and Catharine, his wife (who was formerly Catharine Bell and is the same Catharine Bell above mentioned), Jesse Phillips and Mahala, his wife (who was formerly Mahala alias Mehaley Bell, and is the same Mahala Bell above mentioned), Sally Bell, alias Sally H. Bell, and Margaret Bell, by deed of that date conveyed to your orator Thomas R. Joynes the interest to which they became entitled as heirs at law of the said John T. Elliott, and to which the said George H. Bell and Lorenzo D. Bell became entitled under the conveyances aforesaid from the aforesaid Thomas Bell and Geodiah Bell and Elizabeth, his wife, and the said George Bell, of, in and to the aforesaid real estate of the said John T. Elliott, dec..³ Sally died on 24 August 1850 at age 49.¹ Her body was interred at Gulf Stream, Old Trower, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Sally Bell, the daughter of Jediah & Catherine Bell, who died on 24 Aug 1850 at the age of 49 years, 8 months & 9 days..¹

     Mary was born circa 1846 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. Bell, age 4 in HH#626 headed by Savage Bell, a 33 year old shoemaker with real estate valued at $250..¹

     Thomas was born on 6 March 1764 at Accomack Co, VA.³ He married Eley P. 'Elcy or Aley' Bradford on 12 October 1786 at Accomack Co, VA. George Hyslop was the security on the M.L.B. of Thomas Bradford and Alsey P. Bradford..⁴ Thomas made a will on 9 June 1818 at Accomack Co, VA. Daughter Polly Bradford Extr. To daughter Sally T. Bell my plantation called "Lobster" that formerly belonged to John Onley & $700 in bonds. To daughter Maria Stewart the land that I bought of Thomas H. Bradford & the land I bought of Thomas Joynes containing 120 acres & $400 in bonds. At the death of my wife, to Aley T. Bradford the land I bought of Abel Bradford containing 60 acres & also 100 acres to be laid off adjoining the heirs of John Garrison dec'd of the land where I now live & $400 in bonds. To wife Aley Bradford ½ of the remainder during her life. To daughter Polly Bradford balance of land not before given & the part her mother holds during her life, except the rights that I hold on Revells Island, which I leave to the whole of my children. Remainder to daughter Polly Bradford. Witt: Jacob Bradford, Richard Read, James Garrison & Elijah Lilliston.⁵ Thomas died on 8 July 1818 at age 54.³ His body was interred at Bradford-Burton, Quinby, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as Thomas A. Bradford, the husband of Elcy, who died at the age of 54 years, 4 months and 2 days..³ His estate was probated on 28 September 1818 at Accomack Co, VA; It was on this date that his will was probated. Felix Bell, Jacob Bradford, Maria Stewart & Thomas H. Bradford securities on the $20,000 bond.⁵ He estate was settled on 27 May 1822 at Accomack Co, VA. 15 Dec 1818 (Invy), 13 Apr 1822 (Audit), 27 May 1822 (Rec'd) - Polly Bradford Extr. Slaves James, Patrick, Jacob, Bridges, Sallie & Robert. Appraisers: James Garrison, James Harrison & George T. Mapp. Legacies for Alice Bradford & Polly Bradford. Auditors: George T. Mapp & Thomas Smith of Jonathan.⁶

     Eley was born on 12 January 1763 at Accomack Co, VA.² She married Thomas A. (83C) Bradford, son of Edmond (48) Bradford and Elizabeth Andrews (Andress?), on 12 October 1786 at Accomack Co, VA. George Hyslop was the security on the M.L.B. of Thomas Bradford and Alsey P. Bradford..³ Eley was named in her husband's will on 9 June 1818 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as wife Aley Bradford in the will of Thomas A. Bradford, wife Aley.⁴ Eley made a will on 3 May 1824 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Eley Bradford, widow of Thomas A. Bradford. To my grand daughter Eley Ann Stewart ... & my Negro boy Sam until he arrives to age 38 & then he to go free unless the law is such that he cannot. To grandson James Thomas A. Bell $200 & ... To grandson Thomas Frederick Floyd ... My Negro boy Jacob should be hired out until he arrives to age 38 & the money arising from the hire is to divided among my 4 grandsons James Thomas A. Bell, Thomas F. Floyd, George G. Floyd & William M. Floyd. My Negro man James should be hired out so long as he lives. The remainder to my 4 grandsons James Thomas Anders Bell, Thomas Frederick & George Garrison Floyd & William Matthew Floyd. My ... to Polly Burton, Sally T. Bell, Maria Floyd & Eley Ann Stewart. Felix Bell Extr. Witt: Sarah S. Green & Ann B. Green.¹ Eley died on 29 March 1825 at age 62.² Her body was interred at Bradford-Burton, Quinby, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Mrs. Elcy Bradford, widow of Thomas A. Bradford, who died at the age of 62 yeas, 2 months and 17 days..² Her estate was probated on 30 May 1825 at Accomack Co, VA; It was on this date that his will was probated. George Floyd & John Smith (Sea Side) securities.¹ She estate was settled on 30 July 1827 at Accomack Co, VA. 16 May 1825 (Invy), 1 Jun 1825 (Sale), 30 Jun 1827 (Audit), 30 Jul 1827 (Rec'd) - [Note: The 3 spellings: Elcy, Ailcy & Alice, are used throughout this record.] Boy Sam, $250. A legacy to Elcy A. Stewart, $310. Legacy to James T. A. Bell, $221.75. Legacy to Thomas Frederick Floyd, $10.00. Negroes Jacob & James, valued at $400, legacy to James T. A. Bell, Thomas Frederick Floyd, George G. Floyd & William M. Floyd. Apparel of dec'd, legacy to Polly Burton, Sally T. Bell, Maria Floyd & Elcy A. Stewart. Felix Bell Extr. Appraisers: Thomas Smith of Jonathan & George H. Bell. Cash paid for marble tombstone, $59. Auditors: George H. Bell & Thomas Smith of Jonathan.⁵

     Polly was born on 27 July 1786 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Polly was named in her father's will on 9 June 1818 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Polly Bradford in the will of Thomas A. Bradford, wife Aley.³ She married Rev. Joshua Burton Jr., son of Thomas Burton and Sinah Roberts, on 29 April 1822 at Accomack Co, VA. William Parramore was the security on the M.L.B. of Joshua Burton and Polly Bradford of Thos..² Polly was named in her mother's will on 3 May 1824 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Polly Burton in the will of Eley Bradford, widow of Thomas A. Bradford.⁴ Polly was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Polly Burton, age 62 in HH#630 headed by Joshua Burton, a 67 year old farmer with real estate valued at $12,000..⁵ Polly died on 18 November 1852 at age 66.¹ Her body was interred at Bradford-Burton, Quinby, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Polly Burton, wife of Joshua Burton and daughter of Thos. & Alica Bradford, who died at the age of 66 years. (Note: The tombstone book shows she died in 1832, but it should have been 1852 to match the age 66 and she was in the 1850 census.).¹

     Joshua was born on 8 December 1783 at Accomack Co, VA.² Joshua was named in his brother's will on 10 March 1803 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a brother Joshua Burton in the will of John Burton.³ Joshua was named in his father's will on 29 July 1820 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Joshua in the will of Thomas Burton.¹ He married Polly Bradford, daughter of Thomas A. (83C) Bradford and Eley P. 'Elcy or Aley' Bradford, on 29 April 1822 at Accomack Co, VA. William Parramore was the security on the M.L.B. of Joshua Burton and Polly Bradford of Thos..⁴ Joshua was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Joshua Burton the head of HH#630, a 67 year old farmer with real estate valued at $12,000. Listed with him were the following Burtons: Polly, age 62; and Jno. J.R., a 19 year old student. Also listed was Mary B. Ashby, age 7..⁵ Joshua died on 15 February 1859 at Accomack Co, VA, at age 75. He was shown as Joshua Burton, who died of consumption at that age of 76 years, the son of Thos. & Sinah Burton. He was born in Acc Co, a minister and the husband of Polly. His son John J.R. Burton gave the information..^2,6 His body was interred at Bradford-Burton Cemetery, Quinby, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as Joshua Burton, husband of Polly, who died at the age of 77 years..²

     Sinah was born circa 1740 at Accomack Co, VA. Sinah was named in her father's will on 22 December 1760 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Sinah Roberts in the will of Abel Roberts.² As of circa 1765,her married name was Burton.³ She married Thomas Burton, son of Joshua Burton and Elizabeth Garrison, circa 1765.³

     John was born on 20 August 1831 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.R. Burton, a 19 year old student in HH#630 headed by Joshua Burton, a 67 year old farmer with real estate valued at $12,000..² He married Sarah M. 'Sally' Ashby, daughter of Smith Ashby and Hannah L. Garrison, on 28 October 1851 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown as John J.R. Burton of Joshua Burton and Sarah M. Ashby of Smith Ashby and Hannah B. Ward, formerly Ashby..³ John reported a death on 15 February 1859 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that John J.R. Burton reported the death of his father, Joshua Burton, who died of consumption at the age of 76 years..⁵ John died on 10 October 1865 at age 34.¹ His body was interred at Bradford-Burton, Quinby, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as John J.R. Burton, the husband of Sallie M. and the son of Joshua & Polly Burton, who died on 10 Oct 1865 at the age of 34 years, 1 month and 21 days..¹

     Alice was born on 8 August 1829 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married William Ashby circa 1842.² Alice died on 27 September 1848 at age 19.¹ Her body was interred at Bradford-Burton, Quinby, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Alice T. Ashby, the wife of Wm. Ashby and the daughter of Joshua & Polly Burton, who died on 27 Sep 1848 at the age of 19 years, 1 month and 19 days..¹

     William was born circa 1825 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Alice T. Burton, daughter of Rev. Joshua Burton Jr. and Polly Bradford, circa 1842.¹

     Mary was born circa 1843 at Accomack Co, VA.² Mary was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mary B. Ashby, age 7 in HH#630 headed by Joshua Burton, a 67 year old farmer with real estate valued at $12,000..²

     Nancy was born on 13 July 1783 at Accomack Co, VA.² As of 21 November 1807,her married name was Kellam.¹ She married Nathaniel 'Nash' Kellam, son of James Kellam and Susanna (-----), 21 Nov 1807 (bond) at Accomack Co, VA. Southy Bloxom was the security on the M.L.B. of Nash Kellam and Nancy Bloxom of Southy..¹ Nancy was named in her father's will on 18 February 1816 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my daughter Nancy Kellam in the will of Southey Bloxom, wife Elizabeth.³ Nancy was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Nancy Kellam, age 65 in HH#632 headed by Nath'l Kellam, a 62 year old farmer with real estate valued at $2,000..⁴

     Nathaniel was born on 3 February 1788 at Accomack Co, VA.² Nathaniel was named in his father's will on 1 July 1800 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Nash Kellam (underage) in the will of James Kellam, wife Susanna..¹ He married Nancy Bloxom, daughter of Southy Bloxom, 21 Nov 1807 (bond) at Accomack Co, VA. Southy Bloxom was the security on the M.L.B. of Nash Kellam and Nancy Bloxom of Southy..³ Nathaniel was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Nath'l Kellam the head of HH#632, a 62 year old farmer with real estate valued at $2,000. Listed with him were the following Kellams: Nancy, age 65; Ann R., age 21; and Henny R., age 6. Also listed was Thos. Bundick, age 11..⁴ Nathaniel died on 29 July 1874 at Lee District, Acc Co, VA, at age 86. He was shown as Nath'l Kellam, who died at the age of 87 years (cause of death not shown). He was born in Acc Co and an unmarried farmer. A friend E. Broadwater gave the information..⁵

     Ann was born on 1 February 1829 at Accomack Co, VA.^4,3 Ann was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Ann R. Kellam, age 21 in HH#632 headed by Nath'l Kellam, a 62 year old farmer with real estate valued at $2,000..² As of 13 February 1856,her married name was Swanger.^1,3 She married Emanuel Ben Swanger, son of David Swanger and Sarah (-----), on 13 February 1856 at Locustville P.O., St.George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Emannel Benswanger, a 34 year old single merchant, born in Germany, the son of David & Sarah Benswanger and she was shown as Ann R. Kellam, age 27 and single, the daughter of Nath'l & Nancy Kellam. They were married by J. Allen. John W. Mears said they both were over age 21. The family Bible shows the same date and that they were married near Locustville at the home of her father. He was shown as Emanuel Ben Swanger, son of David & Sarah Swanger..^1,3 Ann was listed with her husband in the census of in 1860 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Ann R. Swanger, age 31 in HH#409 headed by E.B. Swanger, a 38 year old merchant..⁵ Ann died on 28 July 1902 at age 73.⁴ Her body was interred at Swanger Graves, Locustville, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Ann Rebecca Swanger, wife of E.B. Swanger..⁴