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     Abigal was born circa 1740 at Accomack Co, VA. Abigal was named in her father's will on 6 October 1758 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Abigal in the will of Joseph Gunter, wife Adiax..¹

     Adria was born circa 1742 at Accomack Co, VA. Adria was named in her father's will on 6 October 1758 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Adria in the will of Joseph Gunter, wife Adiax..¹

     Elizabeth was born circa 1740 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Solomon Melson, son of John Melson Jr. and Tabitha Onions, circa 1760 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Elizabeth was named in her mother's will on 29 May 1768 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Elizabeth in the will of Christian Hickmon and given the remainder of her estate that she brought to Solomon Melson's. The will was proved by Smith Melson & Elizabeth Melson and Solomon Melson qualified at probate. (NOTE: Since she was not named in the will of William Hickman, wife Christian, she was evidently Christian's daughter by an earlier marriage to a Warner.).¹

     Christian was born circa 1710 at Accomack Co, VA. As of circa 1728,her married name was Warner.¹ She married (-----) Warner circa 1728.¹ She married William Hickman Sr. circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA.² Christian was named in her husband's will on 13 September 1765 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a wife Christian Hickman in the will of William Hickman Sr..² She made a will before 29 May 1768 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Christian Hickmon and her nunc. will was proved 29 May 1768 & probated 1 June 1768 - Son William Warner. Daughter Anne Groten. To daughter Christian Stakes' two daughters (under age) Grandaughter Joyce Melson. To daughter Elizabeth "the remainder of her estate that she brought to Solomon Melson's" Proved by Smith Melson, Elizabeth Melson..¹ Christian died on 29 May 1768 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that her will was probated. Solomon Melson qualified..¹

     (-----) was born circa 1705. He married Christian (-----) circa 1728.¹

     Ann was born circa 1728 at Accomack Co, VA. As of circa 1745,her married name was Groten.¹ She married Solomon Groten, son of William Groten I and Mary Kellam, circa 1745.¹ Ann was named in her mother's will on 29 May 1768 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Anne Groten in the nunc will of Christian Hickmon..¹ Ann was named in her husband's will on 10 October 1776 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as wife Ann in the will of Solomon Groton..² Ann was named in her son's will on 23 May 1784 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my mother in the will of Custis Groten, unmarried.³

     Solomon was born circa 1722 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Ann Warner, daughter of (-----) Warner and Christian (-----), circa 1745.² On 31 Mar 1752 in Accomack County court Solomon Groten was licensed to keep an ordinary at his house for a year.³ Solomon was named in his father's will before 27 August 1771 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son Solomon Groten in the will of William Groten, wife Mary. He was also named heir-at-law at probate, impling he was the oldest son.¹ Solomon witnessed a will on 26 November 1773 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Arthur Roberts, William Wyatt, William F. Ross & Solomon Groten witnessed the will of William Wyatt Sr., wife Susannah.⁴ Solomon witnessed a will before 28 March 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Francis Savage, Solomon Groten & Custis Groten witnessed the will of Thomas Meers.⁵ Solomon was named in his mother's will on 4 July 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as my son Solomon Groton in the will of Mary Groton, widow. He was given the remainder of my land being 45 acres, he to pay £3 to William Groten's estate. He was shown as heir-at-law at probate, meaning he was the oldest son.⁶ Solomon witnessed a will on 1 April 1776 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Joseph Aimes, Jonathan Garrison and Solomon Groten witnessed the will of William Garrison Sr., wife Agnes.⁷ Solomon made a will on 10 October 1776 at Accomack Co, VA. To son John Groton plantation where my father William Groton formerly lived, containing 90 acres, his wife to have 1/3 of it after his death during her widow, and after my said son John's death to go to his son John. To son Custis Groton the plantation & tract of land I bought of Arthur Trader where I now live containing 60 acres. Wife & 4 children Sevron, William, Thomas & Nanney Groton residual legatees. Wife Ann & son Custis Groton Exrs. Witt: Henry Davis, William B. Walker, Leah Taylor.⁸ Solomon died before 26 August 1777 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated..⁸

     Christian was born circa 1738 at Accomack Co, VA. She married (-----) Stakes circa 1760.¹ Christian was named in her mother's will on 29 May 1768 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Christian Stakes, who had two underage daughters, in the nunc will of Christian Hickmon..¹

     (-----) was born circa 1730. He married Christian Warner, daughter of (-----) Warner and Christian (-----), circa 1760.¹

     Joyce was born circa 1764 at Accomack Co, VA. Joyce was named in her grandmother's will on 29 May 1768 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my granddaughter Joyce Melson in the numc will of Christian Hickmon..¹

     Gilmor was born circa 1851 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ He married Isabella Evans Wise, daughter of Tully Robinson Wise (IV) and Anne Kitson Evans, on 22 July 1908.² Gilmor died on 9 July 1912.²

     Catharine was born circa 1837 at Northampton Co, VA. Catharine was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as Catharine Heath, age 13 in HH#234 headed by John N. Brickhouse, a 54 year old farmer, who was evidently her grandfather..¹

     Rose was born circa 1790 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Watson Colonna, son of Major Colonna and Peggy Watson, on 31 December 1810 at Accomack Co, VA. Benjamin Colony was the security on the M.L.B. of Watson Colony and Rose Folio..¹

     Susanna was born circa 1730 at Accomack Co, VA. She married William Melson, son of Joseph Melson (s/o Jno) and Elizabeth Middleton, circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA.² Susanna was named in her father's will on 17 November 1756 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Susanna Pratt, alias Melson in the will of Baly Pratt, wife Ann..¹ Susanna was named in her husband's will on 1 November 1781 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a wife Susanna in the will of William Melson..²

     George was born circa 1770 at Accomack Co, VA. George was named in his father's will on 1 November 1781 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son George Melson in the will of William Melson, wife Susanna..¹ He married Tabitha Kelly on 13 March 1794 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown only as George Melson and she as Tabitha Kelly. No other information was given..² George was listed as a head of household in the census of 1800 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as George Melson (WLM), a head of household, aged 26-45 (bc 1755-1774). Listed with him were a female of the same age and 3 females under age 10.³ George was listed as a head of household in the census of 1810 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as George Melson (M or W), a head of household, aged 26-45 (bc 1765-1784). Listed with him were no other males and the following females: 3 age 0-10, 2 age 10-16, 1 age 16-26, & 1 age 26-45.³ George Melson was shown as a renter of Sandford Charity land in 1813 & 1814 and posted a bond of $47 each year.⁴ George was listed as a head of household in the census of 1820 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as George Melson, a head of household, aged over 45 (born before 1775). He was listed between Charles Drummond and Revell Lewis. William McCready and William & Henry Silverthorn were also close neighbors and he was only 8 households from Saxis Island, where Josiah Starling, 3 Marshalls and 3 Lintons were living. Listed with him were 2 males under 10, 1 female age 10-16, 4 females age 16-26, and 1 female age over 45.³ He was the security on a M.L.B. On 21 December 1825 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that George Melson & Michael Robins were securities on the M.L.B. of John Merrill of Thos. and Damey Melson of George.² On 2 Jan 1828 Josiah Sterling mortgaged personal property worth $36.52 to George Melson.⁵ George was listed as a head of household in the census of 1830 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as George Melson, a head of household aged 50-60 (bc 1770-1780). Listed with him were 2 males age 10-15, 1 female age 5-10, 3 females age 20-30, 1 female age 60-70 & 1 female age 80-90.⁶ George Melson was shown as a renter of Sandford Charity land between 1833 and 1835 and posted a bond of $120.35 each year.⁴ George was listed as a head of household in the census of 1840 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as George Melson, a head of household, age 70-80 (bc 1760-1770). There were no other males and the following females: 1 age 0-5, 1 age 5-10, 1 age 10-15, 1 age 30-40, 1 age 40-50, & 1 age 70-80 & 1 free Negro. There was 1 deaf & dumb aged 14-25.⁷ He died before 28 August 1843 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of George Melson was granted to David Broadwater with George Matthews & Peter D. Corbin securities.⁸ He estate was settled on 7 November 1843 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that the Inv, App & Sale of George Melson dec'd took place. Total sales $114.85 & buyers included: David Broadwater (1799-1857, administrator of the estate & buried at New Church), Widow (no name), Wm. Melson (son, Wm. S. Melson, HH#821 in 1850 Acc Parish Census), Jno. W. Melson (son, HH#842 in 1850 Acc Parish Census), Hester Sterling (daughter, who married Josiah Sterling of Saxis Island in 1820 and who was in the 1850 HH#821 with her brother John W. Melson), Revel Gaskins (son-in-law, who married his daughter Margaret in 1826), Savage Broadwater, Henry Fisher, Jno. S. Robins, Thorogood Dix, James P. Miles, Thos. Fletcher, James H. Fletcher, Jno. Burton, James McCready, Thos. Scott, Silvester J. Marshall, Geodiah Bell, Elijah Maddox, Col. Dickerson, Henry Staton, Teackle Taylor, James Justice, Henry Rowley & Peter D. Corbin.⁹

     Shady was born circa 1758 at Accomack Co, VA. Shady was named in her father's will on 1 November 1781 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Shady Melson in the will of William Melson, wife Susanna..¹

     Sarah was born circa 1756 at Accomack Co, VA. Sarah was named in her father's will on 1 November 1781 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Sarah Melson in the will of William Melson, wife Susanna..¹

     Easther was born circa 1754 at Accomack Co, VA. Easther was named in her father's will on 1 November 1781 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Easther Melson in the will of William Melson, wife Susanna..¹

     Bridget was born circa 1752 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Southy Satchell, son of Henry Satchell and Rachel Bundick, circa 1768 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ As of circa 1775,her married name was Satchell.¹ Bridget was named in her father's will on 1 November 1781 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Bridget Satchell in the will of William Melson, wife Susanna. Southy Satchell was named an Extr along with the widow Susanna..¹

     William was born circa 1740 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Adah (-----) circa 1765.¹ William died before 26 June 1782 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of William Melson was granted to Adah Melson with George Oldham & Willet Lillaston securities..¹

     Adah was born circa 1740 at Accomack Co, VA. She married William Melson circa 1765.¹ Adah was named as administrator of an estate on 26 June 1782 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of William Melson was granted to Adah Melson with George Oldham & Willet Lillaston securities..¹ Adah died before 30 January 1788 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Adah Melson was granted to Southy Satchell with Smith Milliner & John Cropper Sr. securities..²

     Daniel was born circa 1735 at Accomack Co, VA. Daniel was named in his grandmother's will on 1 February 1740 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as grandson Daniel Melson in the will of Mary Melson, widow. He is assumed to have been the son of her son Daniel..¹ He married Love (-----) circa 1760.² Daniel witnessed a will on 24 February 1768 at Worcester Co, MD. It was on this date that John Williams, Daniel Melson Jr. & Daniel Ellett witnessed the will of Samuel Hall Sr. who mentioned land at Winter Quarter.³ He was named as the executor of a will on 10 October 1774 at Worcester Co, MD. He was shown as Daniel Melson Jr., friend and Extr to the will of William Benson. Witt: Peter Dolbee, Elijah Cannon & Smith Hutchens.⁴ Daniel was named in his father's will on 27 September 1785 at Worcester Co, MD. He was shown as son Daniel Melson in the will of Daniel Melson, wife Mary. He was given land Glady Ground, 83 acres of Stephens Security, 50 acres of Melsons Addition & Phillips Desire. 50 acres of Hogg Range & Extr.⁵ Daniel made a will on 2 September 1797 at Sussex Co, DE. Heirs: wife Love Melson; sons Elijah, Joseph, Benjamin and John Melson; daughters Tabitha, Sally, Elizabeth, Nancy and Love Melson. Extr son Joseph Melson. Witt: John Williams, Thomas Records & Susannah Larrimore. At settlement daughters are shown as Sally Atkins, Elizabeth Smith & Love Hearn.² He died before 4 December 1798 at Sussex Co, DE. It was on this date that his will was probated.²

     Baly was born circa 1700. He married Ann (-----) circa 1725. He made a will on 17 November 1756 at Accomack Co, VA. To son Aron Pratt. Daughter Elizabeth Pratt. Bal. of estate to wife Ann Pratt during her widow & then to be divided between my 5 children, Moses Pratt, Baly Pratt, Susanna Pratt, alias Melson, Elizabeth Pratt & Aaron Pratt. Wife Exec. - Witt: Thomas Ames, Rowland Savage..¹ Baly died before 23 June 1757 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated..¹

     Ann was born circa 1700. She married Baly Pratt circa 1725. Ann was named in her husband's will on 17 November 1756 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as wife Ann in the will of Baly Pratt..¹

     Elizabeth was born circa 1732 at Accomack Co, VA. Elizabeth was named in her father's will on 17 November 1756 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Elizabeth Pratt in the will of Baly Pratt, wife Ann..¹

     Aaron was born circa 1734 at Accomack Co, VA. Aaron was named in his father's will on 17 November 1756 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Aaron Pratt in the will of Baly Pratt, wife Ann..¹

     Moses was born circa 1726 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Moses was named in his father's will on 17 November 1756 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Moses Pratt in the will of Baly Pratt, wife Ann..²

     Neomi was born circa 1725 at Accomack Co, VA. As of circa 1745,her married name was Milliner.¹ She married Henry Milliner circa 1745.¹ Neomi was named in her husband's will on 22 November 1770 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as wife Neomi in the will of Henry Milner.¹ She made a will on 25 October 1778 at Accomack Co, VA. To son Smith Milliner. To son William. To son Robert. To son Southy £20 cash. To daughter Rachel. To daughter Betty. To daughters Laney Melson & Anne Milliner. Balance of estate to be sold & divided between my children. James Arbuckle Exr. Witt: George Arbuckle..² Neomi died before 1 July 1779 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that her will was probated and the Extr. named in the will refusing to act, William Milliner was granted letters of administration..

     Southy was born circa 1752 at Accomack Co, VA. Southy was named in his mother's will on 25 October 1778 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Southy and given £20 cash in the will of Amey Milliner..¹ Southy was named in his brother's will circa 1781 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a brother Southy Millener in the will of Robert Millener.²

     Elizabeth was born circa 1752 at Accomack Co, VA. Elizabeth was named in her mother's will on 25 October 1778 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Betty in the will of Amey Milliner..¹ She made a will before 28 August 1781 at Accomack Co, VA. The will of Elizabeth Milliner was not dated but it was probated on 28 Aug 1781. To sister Rachel Millener. Brother William Millener. Neice Betsey Millener, daughter of Smith Millener. Brother Smith Millener & sister Rachel Millener Exrs. Witt: Elizabeth Warner, Thomas Evans..² Elizabeth died on 28 August 1781 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that her will was probated..²

     Lavinia was born circa 1754 at Accomack Co, VA. As of circa 1770,her married name was Melson.¹ She married (-----) Melson circa 1770 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Lavinia witnessed a will on 17 February 1777 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Leviner Melson and John Riggs witnessed the will of Isaac Riggs, wife Susana..⁴ Lavinia was named in her mother's will on 25 October 1778 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Laney Melson in the will of Amey Milliner..¹ She died before 10 October 1798 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Smith Milliner and Nancy his wife, Major Guy and Rachel his wife, Ann Melson (widow of Levin) and Rosey Melson, Middleton Melson and Rosey his wife, and John Melson and Betty his wife, children and heirs of Lancy Melson dec'd sold land to John Welburn, all of the County of Accomack, VA, for 116 pounds & one Shilling. It was 4 undivided 5th parts of a tract of land with the appurtenances which descended to the said grantors by the death of a certain Southy Milliner their relation, lying and being in the Parish and County of Accomack and bounded as follows by the lands of Selby Simpsons heirs on the North, and by the lands of John Moore on the East, by the lands of John A. Bundick on the South and by the County road on the West containing in the whole 28 acres. (NOTE: Smith Milliner, Rachel Guy and Ann Melson were siblings of Lancy Melson dec'd & Southy Milliner dec'd. Rosey Melson, Middleton Melson & John Melson were the children of Lancy Melson dec'd.).⁵

     (-----) was born circa 1740. He married Lavinia 'Lancy' Milliner, daughter of Henry Milliner and Neomi 'Amey' (-----), circa 1770 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

     William was born circa 1748 at Accomack Co, VA. William was named in his father's will on 22 November 1770 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son William Milner in the will of Henry Milner, wife Neomi.² He married (-----) (-----) circa 1775. William was named in his mother's will on 25 October 1778 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son William in the will of Amey Milliner. At probate he became the administrator when James Arbuckle refused to qualify..¹ William was named in his brother's will circa 1781. He was shown as a brother William Millener in the will of Robert Millener.³ William was named in his sister's will before 28 August 1781 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a brother William Millener in the will of Elizabeth Millener..⁴ He made a will on 4 April 1782 at Accomack Co, VA. To wife whole estate during her widow Should unborn child be a son I give him the houses where I live with 30 acres adjcent To daughter Betsey, should unborn child be a daughter, I give the above houses & 30 acres Bal. of land & personal property to be sold & proceeds to be divided between my said children. Brother Smith Millener Exr. Witt: David Bowman, Rachel Milliner, Elizabeth Lewis..⁵ William died before 28 January 1783 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated..⁵

     Ann was born circa 1756 at Accomack Co, VA. Ann was named in her mother's will on 25 October 1778 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Anne Milliner in the will of Amey Milliner..¹ As of circa 1779,her married name was Melson.³ She married Levin Melson, son of Isaac Melson and Rachel (-----), circa 1779.³ Ann was named in her husband's will on 31 March 1795 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a wife Nanny Melson in the will of Levin Melson. He named a son James Milliner Melson..² Ann was named as administrator of an estate on 29 June 1795 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Levin Melson was granted to Nanny Melson with Major Guy & Benjamin Burton securities..⁴ She sold land on 10 October 1798 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Smith Milliner and Nancy his wife, Major Guy and Rachel his wife, Ann Melson (widow of Levin) and Rosey Melson, Middleton Melson and Rosey his wife, and John Melson and Betty his wife, children and heirs of Lancy Melson dec'd sold land to John Welburn, all of the County of Accomack, VA, for 116 pounds & one Shilling. It was 4 undivided 5th parts of a tract of land with the appurtenances which descended to the said grantors by the death of a certain Southy Milliner their relation, lying and being in the Parish and County of Accomack and bounded as follows by the lands of Selby Simpsons heirs on the North, and by the lands of John Moore on the East, by the lands of John A. Bundick on the South and by the County road on the West containing in the whole 28 acres. (NOTE: Smith Milliner, Rachel Guy and Ann Melson were siblings of Lancy Melson dec'd & Southy Milliner dec'd. Rosey Melson, Middleton Melson & John Melson were the children of Lancy Melson dec'd.).⁵ She was named in a land cause on 19 May 1802 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that a land cause brought out that Nanny Melson, widow of Levin Melson is the defendant in the present suit.⁶

     Elizabeth was born circa 1780 at Accomack Co, VA. Elizabeth was named in her his aunt's will before 28 August 1781 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a niece Betsey Millener, daughter of Smith Millener, in the will of Elizabeth Millener.¹ She married (-----) Dunton circa 1800.² Elizabeth died before 27 September 1830 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that William Dunton & John Dunton were named as sons of Elizabeth Dunton dec'd, who was a child of Smith Milliner dec'd, eldest brother of Robert Milliner dec'd, formerly a lieut. in the Virginia Navy in the Rev. War..²

     (-----) was born circa 1750. She married William Milliner, son of Henry Milliner and Neomi 'Amey' (-----), circa 1775.

     Betsey was born circa 1776 at Accomack Co, VA. Betsey was named in her father's will on 4 April 1782 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Betsey in the will of William Milliner, wife no name..²

     (c|o_Wm) was named in an unknown person father's will on 4 April 1782 at Accomack Co, VA. Shown as a unborn child in the will of William Milliner, wife no name..¹ (c|o_Wm) was born in 1782 at Accomack Co, VA.

     John was born circa 1750. John witnessed a will on 23 March 1780 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Jacob Ayres, John McMath & Thomas Baily witnessed the will of Joseph Cox..¹ He made a will on 9 December 1794 at Accomack Co, VA.² John died before 23 January 1796 at Accomack Co, VA.³

     John was born circa 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. John was named in his father's will on 9 December 1794 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as my natural son John Mackmath Melson in the will of John MackMath. He was given whole estate & for want of heirs to Elizabeth Melson..¹

     Elizabeth was born circa 1778 at Accomack Co, VA. Elizabeth was named in her father's will on 9 December 1794 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Elizabeth in the will of John MackMath..¹

     (f|o was born circa 1725.

     (sis|o was born circa 1755. She married (-----) Powell circa 1775.¹

     (-----) was born circa 1750. He married (sis|o Jno) McMath, daughter of (f|o Jno) McMath, circa 1775.¹

     John was born circa 1780 at Maryland. John was named in his uncle's will on 9 December 1794 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as John Powell, a son of my sister in Maryland, in the will of John MackMath..¹

     Elijah was born circa 1782 at Maryland. Elijah was named in his uncle's will on 9 December 1794 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Elijah Powell, a son of my sister in Maryland, in the will of John MackMath..¹

     Fanny was born circa 1760. Fanny was named as an heir on 9 December 1794 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

     Jenny was born circa 1780 at Accomack Co, VA. Jenny was named as an heir on 9 December 1794 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Jenny MackMath, daughter of Fanny in the will of John MackMath..¹

     Rosey was born circa 1766 at Accomack Co, VA. Rosey was named in her father's will on 29 October 1792 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Rosey Drummond in the will of Robert Drummond, wife Anariter..¹ She married Levin Thomas (366A) Crowson (I), son of Charles Crowson and Comfort (127) West, circa 1793 at Accomack Co, VA.²

     (m|o was born circa 1765 at Accomack Co, VA. She married (-----) Melson circa 1785.¹ (m|o died before 29 October 1792 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that her father Robert Drummond, wife Anariter, named grandchildren Solomon and Betsy Melson in his will..¹

     Sarah was born circa 1758 at Accomack Co, VA. She married (-----) Garrett before 29 October 1792 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Sarah was named in her father's will on 29 October 1792 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Sarah Garrat in the will of Robert Drummond, wife Anariter..¹

     (-----) was born circa 1765 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Sarah Drummond, daughter of Robert Drummond and Anna Ritter (-----), before 29 October 1792 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

     George was born circa 1756 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Rachel (-----) circa 1780.² George was named in his father's will on 29 October 1792 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son George Drummond in the will of Robert Drummond, wife Anariter..³ George was named in his mother's will on 2 July 1806 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son George Drummond in the will of Anna Ritter Drummond. He was given 1 shilling & none of my grandchildren not mentioned to have any part..⁴

     Henry was born circa 1762 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Sophia Rogers, daughter of (-----) Rogers, on 23 November 1785 at Accomack Co, VA. Robert Drummond was the security on the M.L.B. of Henry Drummond and Sophia Rodgers..² Henry was named in his father's will on 29 October 1792 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Henry Drummond in the will of Robert Drummond, wife Anariter..¹ He married Esther (-----) circa 1795 at Accomack Co, VA.³ He made a will on 7 November 1795 at Merry Branch, Acc Co, VA. To son John Drummond land & planta where I now live lying on Merry Branch. To son Thomas Bonwell Drummond, & for want of heirs to my 3 children John, Peggy & unborn child. Should my unborn child die without issue whole estate given it I give to my wife Esther Drummond. Wife to have all that she had before I married her. Daughter Peggy to have 6 silver tea spoons & sugar tongs marked "E.M." and "R" William Gibb Exr. Witt: M. Bonwell, Sr., John Boisnard, Robert Bonwell..³ Henry died before 28 December 1795 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated..³

     Elisha was born circa 1764 at Accomack Co, VA. Elisha was named in her father's will on 29 October 1792 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Elisha Drummond in the will of Robert Drummond, wife Anariter..¹ Elisha died before 27 October 1795 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Elicia Drummond was granted to Annaretter Drummond with Smith Melson Jr. & Stephen Drummond securities. Mark C. Lewis shows she died on 18 Mar 1795..^2,3

     Elizabeth was born circa 1760 at Accomack Co, VA. Elizabeth was named in her father's will on 29 October 1792 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Elizabeth Drummond in the will of Robert Drummond, wife Anariter..¹ She married John Henry Snead, son of Charles Snead Jr., on 29 May 1801 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown as John H. Snead and Betsy Drummond of Robt..²

     James was born circa 1770 at Accomack Co, VA. James was named in his father's will on 29 October 1792 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son James Drummond in the will of Robert Drummond, wife Anariter..¹

     (-----) was born circa 1760 at Accomack Co, VA. He married (m|o Solomon & Betsy Melson) Drummond, daughter of Robert Drummond and Anna Ritter (-----), circa 1785.¹

     Solomon was born circa 1786 at Accomack Co, VA. Solomon was named in his grandfather's will on 29 October 1792 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a grandson Solomon Melson in the will of Robert Drummond, wife Anariter..¹

     Betsy was born circa 1788 at Accomack Co, VA. Betsy was named in her grandfather's will on 29 October 1792 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a granddaughter Betsy Melson in the will of Robert Drummond, wife Anariter..¹

     Elizabeth was born circa 1800 at Accomack Co, VA. As of 21 July 1823,her married name was Kellam.¹ She married Esau Kellam, son of Howson Kellam and Elizabeth 'Betty' Ward, 21 Jul 1823 (bond) at Accomack Co, VA. Thomas Mehallonis was the security on the M.L.B. of Esau Kellam and Elizabeth L. Joynes..¹ She married Hely Drummond Bagwell, son of Heli (169) Bagwell and Ann 'Nancy' Drummond, on 22 October 1838 at Accomack Co, VA. James J. Ailworth was the security on the M.L.B. of Heely D. Bagwell and Elizabeth Kellam, widow of Esaw..¹

     Esau was born circa 1800 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Elizabeth L. Joynes 21 Jul 1823 (bond) at Accomack Co, VA. Thomas Mehallonis was the security on the M.L.B. of Esau Kellam and Elizabeth L. Joynes..² Esau Kellam bought land in 1832 at Northampton Co, VA. It was in this year that Esau Kellam began buying up the interests of the heirs of John Joynes, wife Peggy, in the 109 acres of tract N95. Title went from Easu Kellam to his son Samuel who later sold to E.W.P. Downing.³ He died before 26 December 1836 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Esau Kellam was granted to Hugh G. Smith with Elisha W. Mears, Arthur R. Powell & John B. Smith securities.⁴ Esau was named in his father's will on 21 February 1837 at Accomack Co, VA. He was dec'd by this date when his father Hezekiah, wife Betsy, named Sarah Ann Esau Kellam, daughter of Esau Kellam dec'd in his will.¹

     Seymour was born circa 1780 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Jonathan Melson, son of Smith Melson Sr. and Elizabeth 'Betty' (-----), 11 Jun 1803 (bond) at Accomack Co, VA. Smith Melson was the security on the M.L.B. of Jonathan Melson and Seymour Melson..¹ As of 30 December 1813,her married name was Willett.¹ Seymour Melson married William Willett 30 Dec 1813 (bond) at Accomack Co, VA. Charles Willett was the security on the M.L.B. of William Willett and Seymour Melson, widow of Jona.¹

     Stephen was born circa 1692 at Accomack Co, VA. Stephen was named as an heir on 26 August 1707 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Stephen Allen and given 300 acres on Hunting Creek bequeathed by me by my grandfather Capt. Richard Hill in the will of Stephen Drummond, being now intending to go to sea..² He made a will on 23 September 1738 at Accomack Co, VA.³ Stephen witnessed a will on 1 June 1739 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that W: Bagge, Stephen Allen & Thomas Bagwell witnessed the will of Edward Custis, wife no name, Stephen Allen & Thomas Bagwell witnesses..⁴ Stephen was named in his sister's will on 2 October 1744 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Stephen Allen in the will of Patience Custis, who named Allen and Bagwell siblings..⁵ Stephen died before 27 February 1750/51 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated. Edmund Allen, eldest brother & heir at law to the testator. William Custis, who married one of the legatees, relinquished his right to said legacy..³

     Robert was born circa 1680. Robert witnessed a will on 10 October 1713 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Robert Jones, William Northam, Ann Durmmond and Patience Miles wittnessed the will of John Drummond, son Hill Drummond..¹

     Jacob was born circa 1680. Jacob witnessed a will on 17 March 1719 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Jacob D. Litchfield, John Rily & Robert Ternall witnessed the will of William Willett..¹ Jacob witnessed a will on 24 February 1720 at Hunting Creek, Acc Co, VA. It was on this date that Hancock Nickless, Joseph Litchfield, Jacob Litchfield and Joackim Michael witnessed the will of Capt. Richard Drummond of Hunting Creek..² Jacob proved a will on 3 February 1724 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Jacob Litchfield, Joseph Thorn & William Sherwood proved the verbal will of Richard Grindal, wife Mary.³ Jacob witnessed a will on 28 November 1725 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Jacob Litchfield & John Melson proved the nunc will of Ann Willit..⁴ Jacob witnessed a will on 14 February 1739 at Hunting Creek, Acc Co, VA. It was on this date that Thomas Riley, Jacob Litchfield & Robert Turnall witnessed the will of William Lewis of Hunting Creek..⁵

     Joackim was born circa 1690. Joackim witnessed a will on 24 February 1720 at Hunting Creek, Acc Co, VA. It was on this date that Hancock Nickless, Joseph Litchfield, Jacob Litchfield and Joackim Michael witnessed the will of Capt. Richard Drummond of Hunting Creek..¹

     His common name was Hancock. Hancock was born circa 1690. Hancock witnessed a will on 24 February 1720 at Hunting Creek, Acc Co, VA. It was on this date that Hancock Nickless, Joseph Litchfield, Jacob Litchfield and Joackim Michael witnessed the will of Capt. Richard Drummond of Hunting Creek..¹ Hancock was named as the executor of a will on 9 June 1730 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Capt. Hancock Nickless, son Richard Drummond and his wife were named Extrs. in the will of Richard Drummond, wife Ann..²

     Cuthbert was born circa 1690. Cuthbert witnessed a will on 22 March 1724 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Chatles Taylor, William Chance Jr. & Cuthbert Russell witnessed the will of Hill Drummond, wife Sabra..¹

     B.S. was born circa 1872 at Accomack Co, VA.

     Elishia was born circa 1874 at Accomack Co, VA. Elishia was listed with her parents in the census of in 1880 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as L.T. Hart, a 6 year old daughter in a household headed by J.T. Hart and his wife Nancy..¹ She married William David Voss Sr. on 1 December 1892 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown as William D. Voss, age 25 and Lishia N. Hall (Hart?)..² Elishia was listed with her parents in the census of in 1900 at Lee District, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as a wife Elicia T. Voss, age 25 and born in Virginia in a houehold headed by William D. Voss, age 35, born in Germany. They had been married for 7 years..³ Elishia died in 1944.

     Rachel was born circa 1878 at Accomack Co, VA. She married William S. Courtney on 16 December 1897 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown as William S. Courtney, age 21 and Rachel L. Hart, age 20..²

     William was born circa 1865 at Germany. He married Elishia T. 'Lishia' Hart, daughter of John T. Hart and Nancy S. Gray, on 1 December 1892 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown as William D. Voss, age 25 and Lishia N. Hall (Hart?)..¹ William was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1900 at Lee District, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William D. Voss, age 35, born in Germany, immigration year 1887. Listed with him were a wife Elicia T. Voss, age 25; Edward T. Voss, age 5 and Nola L. Voss, age 3..² William was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1910 at Baltimore, MD. He was shown as William D. Vose Sr., a 42 year old seaman, born in PA as were both of this parents. Listed with him were Elisha T. Vose, a 36 year old wife of 16 years, born in VA; Edward T. Vose, a 15 year old son, born in VA; Nola L. Vose, a 10 year old daughter, born in VA; and William D. Vose Jr., a 1 and 5/12 year old son, born in MD..³

     William was born circa 1876. He married Rachel L. Hart, daughter of John T. Hart and Nancy S. Gray, on 16 December 1897 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown as William S. Courtney, age 21 and Rachel L. Hart, age 20..¹

     Edward was born in July 1894 at Accomack Co, VA.² He married Alice Lewis, daughter of Zadock Randolph Lewis and Vernetta Melson, circa 1920.

     Nola was born in February 1899 at Accomack Co, VA.²

     William was born on 4 September 1909 at Baltimore, MD.² William was listed with his parents in the census of in 1910 at Baltimore, MD. He was shown as William D. Voss Jr., a 1 & 5/12 year old son, born in MD, in a household headed by William D. Voss Sr. and his wife Elisah..¹

     Susanna was born circa 1810 at Accomack Co, VA. Susanna was named in her father's will on 12 January 1827 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Susanna East in the will of Severn East, wife Lavinia..¹

     Alsey was born circa 1813 at Accomack Co, VA. Alsey was named in her father's will on 12 January 1827 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as one of two youngest daughters Alsey East & Leanner East in the will of Severn East, wife Lavinia..²

     Ann was born circa 1781 at Accomack Co, VA. She married James Parker on 21 December 1801 at Accomack Co, VA. Parker East was the security on the M.L.B. of James Parker and Nancy East..¹ Ann was named in her father's will on 3 July 1809 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Ann Parker in the will of Severn East, St. George Parish, wife Tabitha..¹

     James was born circa 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Ann 'Nancy' East, daughter of Severn East and Leannah Badger, on 21 December 1801 at Accomack Co, VA. Parker East was the security on the M.L.B. of James Parker and Nancy East..¹

     Polly was born circa 1804 at Accomack Co, VA. Polly was named in her father's will on 3 July 1809 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Polly East in the will of Severn East, St. George Parish, wife Tabitha. (NOTE: Perhalps she was Peggy, and named daughter Margaret East in the will of Tabitha East.).²

     Margaret was born circa 1810 at Accomack Co, VA. She married James H. East, son of Severn East and Leannah Badger, on 9 March 1842 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown only as James H. East and Margaret Melson..¹

     Susan was born circa 1856 at Accomack Co, VA. Susan was listed with her parents in the census of in 1860 at Onancock P.O., St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Susan Hart, age 4 in HH#25 headed by John Hart, a 91 year old fisherman. Also listed was Sally Hart, age 25, who was evidently her mother..¹

     Nannie was born in 1916 at Baltimore Co, MD.¹

     Ann was born circa 1830 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Thomas Gray, son of Solomon Gray (II) and Elizabeth 'Betsy' Lewis, on 19 February 1846 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown as Thomas Gray, widower, and Ann East. (NOTE: Mark C. Lewis showed her as Ann East, widow of James East.).¹

     John was born circa 1865 at Accomack Co, VA. John was listed with his parents in the census of in 1870 at Metompkin District, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John Hart, age 5 in HH#MT599 headed by Custis Hart, a 33 year old farmer..¹

     Mary was born circa 1866 at Accomack Co, VA. Mary was listed with her parents in the census of in 1870 at Metompkin District, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mary Hart, age 4 in HH#MT599 headed by Custis Hart, a 33 year old farmer..¹

     John was born circa 1861 at Accomack Co, VA. John was listed with his parents in the census of in 1870 at Locust Mount PO, St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John D. Heart, age 9 in HH#LM765 headed by James H. Heart, a 35 year old sailor..¹

     Rebecca was born circa 1865 at Accomack Co, VA. Rebecca was listed with her parents in the census of in 1870 at Locust Mount PO, St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Rebecca D. Heart, age 5 in HH#LM765 headed by James H. Heart, a 35 year old sailor..¹

     Levi was born circa 1865 at Accomack Co, VA. Levi was listed with his parents in the census of in 1870 at Locust Mount PO, St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Levi J. Heart, age 5 in HH#LM765 headed by James H. Heart, a 35 year old sailor..¹

     Gustovus was born in May 1870 at Accomack Co, VA. Gustovus was listed with his parents in the census of in 1870 at Locust Mount PO, St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Gustovus Heart, age 1 month, born in May, in HH#LM693 with Dennis Heart, a 28 year old sailor..¹

     Dennis was born in May 1870 at Accomack Co, VA. Dennis was listed with his parents in the census of in 1870 at Locust Mount PO, St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Dennis Heart, age 1 month, born in May, in HH#LM693 with Dennis Heart, a 28 year old sailor..¹

     (-----) was born circa 1700. He married Jane Tatham, daughter of Edmund Tatham and Comfort Ewell, before 24 April 1728 at Accomack Co, VA.

     George was born circa 1705 at Accomack Co, VA. George was named in his uncle's will on 24 April 1728 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a cousin (meaning nephew) George Glading in the will of George Ewell, who also named a sister Ann Glading..¹ George was named as administrator of an estate on 25 April 1744 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Joseph Glading was granted to George Gladding with George Scott & John Willett securities..²

     Thomas was born circa 1700 at Accomack Co, VA. On 8 Jan 1723/24 it was recorded that at the December court the sheriff was ordered to take Tho. Rew into custody for his appearance at this court to answer for fathering the child of Mary Lettleton, a single woman. After questioning him, the court ordered the sheriff to immediately take Rew into custody till he posted a bond to save the parish the cost of supporting the child and for his good behavior. He was also to pay court costs.¹ On 2 Aug 1726 Mark Littleton brought action for damages of £20 against Thomas Rew for assault. Littleton's attorney appeared as did Rew, who was granted time till the next court.² Thomas was named as an heir on 24 April 1728 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a kinsman Thomas A'Rew in the will of George Ewell..³