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     Thomas Townsend was born circa 1680 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Mary Brotherton (bastard d/o Edw Brotherton & Bridget Savage), daughter of Edward Brotherton and Bridget Michael? (Mikell?), before 4 April 1704 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Richard Sanders was granted to Thomas Tounsin (Townsend?) who had married Mary Sanders, the widow of Richard Sanders, who had died intestate with Thomas Boniwell and Thomas Mills securities.¹ Thomas Townsend married Elizabeth (-----) circa 1720.² Thomas Townsend died before 30 August 1743 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Thomas Townsend was granted to his widow Elizabeth Townsend with John Wallop security.²

     William Wallis was born in 1648.¹ On 8 Jul 1670 Wm. Wallis was shown on a list of debtors when the estate of Mr. Robert Pitt was inventored.³ He bought land on 17 July 1675 at Pocomoke Neck, Acc Co, VA. Mr. Jno. Renny of Pokamok, for 4000 lbs tobacco, sold to Wm. Wallis 200 acres called Glissins Marsh at Pokamoke on Crooked Creek. Signed 9 October 1674, Jno. Renny. Witnesses: Thoms. Medleton and Jno. Frankling. According to Whitelaw Renny sold the western 200 acres of tract A159 on Holden's Creek to William Wallis. Then in 1679 Nathaniel Wallis, as brother and heir-at-law to William, sold it all to John Sandford who may have been a brother of Samuel Sandford of A152.^4,2 He was on the list of tithables at Accomack Co, VA, in 1677. He was shown as Wm. Wallis with 2 tiths on Capt. Hill's list.⁵ He was on the list of tithables at Accomack Co, VA, in 1678. He was shown as Wm. Wallis with 2 tiths on Maj. Bowman's list.⁶ On 20 Feb 1677/78 the suit of John Rainy against William Wallis for a debt was referred to the next court. Cornutus Bence entered himself as security for the appearance of Wallis.⁷ 17 May 1678 - Deposition of Wm. Wallis aged about 30 years: Wallis was in the company of Mr. Samll. Sandford when he arrived at the houses where Mr. Samll. Cooper stored Sandford's goods. Wallis was alone with Sandford for some days and affirmed that Sandford positively refused to dispose of any of the goods found in the houses, but instead took care to preserve them "weighing and measuring all and every the said goods before witnesses." Signed 17 May 1678, William (W) Wallis.¹ He died before 20 August 1678 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that it was ordered that the estate of William Wallis be sold by the sheriff at an auction and that an account be given to the next court. Mr. Samuel Sandford presented his claim for 2832 lbs tobacco against the estate of William Wallis (deceased). Ordered that the claim be recorded and that Sandford have judgment upon the proof of the debt according to priority of payment. Maj. Bowman exited the court for the following action:
Maj. Edmond Bowman presented his claim for 371 lbs tobacco against the estate of William Wallis (deceased) for levies and sheriff's fees. Ordered that the claim be recorded and that judgment proceed according to priority of payment. William Taylor presented his claim for 1500 lbs tobacco against the estate of William Wallis (deceased). Ordered that he have judgment upon proof of the debt according to priority of payment. John Rainy presented his claim for 370 lbs tobacco against the estate of William Wallis (deceased). Ordered that the claim be recorded and that judgment proceed according to priority of payment. Sara Knight presented her claim for a year's service due per contract against the estate of William Wallis (deceased) and for her care and trouble during his sickness. Ordered that her claim be recorded and that judgment proceed upon proof according to priority of payment. Canutus Bence presented his claim for 360 lbs tobacco against the estate of William Wallis (deceased). Ordered that the claim be recorded and that judgment proceed upon proof according to priority of payment. William Ailworth presented his claim for 360 lbs tobacco against the estate of Wm. Wallis (deceased). Ordered that his claim be recorded and that judgment proceed upon proof according to priority of payment.⁸ The goods of William Wallis (deceased) were sold at auction on 26 August 1678. An account of the purchasers, items and prices (in lbs tobacco) included: Francis Benston: a vermillion jacket and pair of drawers (145). Canutas Bents: a broadcloth coat, a hat, a pair of dimity drawers, a serge waistcoat (300); a pot, pothooks, 2 kettles, 2 pieces of calico [?], a tray and a pair of shoes (190). Mr. Sam. Sandford: 6 pewter dishes and 2 basins (345); 11 head of cattle (2510); a sow and 3 shoats (110); a bed, 2 rugs, a pillow, 2 sheets, 2 blankets, 1 towel (100). Xtofer Stanely: a chest containing 4 yards cloth, a knife and sheath, a swivel, 2 gim tub (70); Mr. Stretton lets, a "goad" with powder and a "goad" with tobacco seed, a hammer and a pair of hose (25); a tankard (25); a mare and colt (1000). Wm. Lowin: 4 milk tubs, a milk bowl, 8 trenchers, a piggin, 2 platters and a washing: 8 spoons, 2 bottles, 3 stools (14). Jno. Stokeley: a friezed coat, canvas drawers, serge trousers and 11 spoons (95). Jno. Franklin: a table and bench, hoe, axe, handsaw and old bridle (230). Mr. Renny: a frying pan (26). Ben Eyre: 2-year old mare (530). The salary for the selling and taking bonds amounted to 585 lbs tobacco.⁹ 16 Oct 1678 - Deposition of Sarah Knight aged 28 years: Sarah affirmed that Wm. Wollis (deceased) sold Warren Hatha a young mare for 1200 lbs tobacco. She further said that Wm. Wollis often said that if he died before Warren paid the debt, then Warren should pay nothing. Signed in open court on 18 October 1678, by Sarah (S) Knight.⁹ On 17 Dec 1678 Francis Benston petitioned that the estate of William Wallice (deceased) owed him 695 lbs tobacco for carpenter and cooper work. The court ordered that the sheriff make payment out of the estate's assets, but the sheriff complained that Benston had detained a mare belonging to the Wallis estate and had taken her away. Ordered that the sheriff suspend the performance of the first order till Benston turned the mare over to the sheriff.¹⁰ On 18 Dec 1678 Capt. Daniel Jenifer, trustee of the estate of William Wallis (deceased), sued William Benston for 750 lbs tobacco. The sheriff having returned Mr. Yeo as security for Benston's appearance, it was ordered that Yeo pay the debt and court costs if Benston did not appear at the next court.¹¹ On 12 Feb 1678/79 it appeared to the court that the estate of William Wallis (deceased) owed John Cole 451 lbs tobacco. Ordered that Capt. Daniel Jenifer, trustee of the estate, pay the debt and court costs. Capt. Daniel Jenifer, trustee of the estate of William Wallis (deceased) complained that Jerman Jillard detained a young mare belonging to the Wallis estate. Since Jellard did not live in the county, it was ordered that he give security for returning the mare to the county within ten days.¹² On 18 Sep 1688 Thomas Dunn (attorney: Cha. Holden) sued John Lackie, William Wallis and Thomas Crawford, whom the sheriff could not find. They owed Dunn four pounds 18 shillings; ordered that attachment be granted against their estates for the debt and court costs. On 26 Nov 1688 Thomas Dunn had obtained attachment of 4 pounds 18 shillings against the estate of John Lackie, William Wallis and Thomas Crawford. The sheriff was to attach the sum in the hands of Maj. Charles Scarburgh, who [the estate] was in his hands. Ordered that attachment be continued against the estate of Lackie, Wallis and Crawford and that Scarburgh be summoned to the next court to make oath. On 19 Dec 1688 Thomas Dunn had procured an attachment of 40 pounds 18 shilllings against the estate of John Lackie, William Wallis and Thomas Crawford. The sum was to be attached upon goods in the hands of Maj. Charles Scarburgh, who denied having any of the estate in his possession. Scarburgh was ordered to appear and make oath, but since Scarburgh was not well, he sent a letter to court and declared that he was ready to testify that he had nothing belonging to the above persons. When Charles Holden, attorney for Dunn, pleaded that Scarburgh should be present, the court ordered that the attachment stand good and be continued to the next court when Scarburgh would appear to make oath. On 19 Mar 1688/89 Thomas Dunn procured an attachment of 4 pounds 18 shillings against the estate of John Lackie, William Wallis and Thomas Crawford, returnable at the November court. Under the directions of Dunn's attorney, the sum was attached on the estate in the hands of Maj. Charles Scarburgh, who denied having any of the estate. Scarburgh was ordered to appear to swear he had none of the estate, but by a letter directed to the court he claimed he was not well and was disabled, but was ready to testify that he nothing belonging to the abovementioned persons. Dunn's attorney, Charles Holden, pleaded that Scarburgh should be present, and the case was continued to the next court. Now Scarburgh appeared in obedience to the summons and "laid hold of his Majesty's gracious indulgence granted to tender consciences that he could not be compelled to swear, but did declare he had no effects of the aforesaid persons in his hands." He said he could make oath to it if enjoined. At the request of the Dunn's attorney, the court ordered that the statement be put on record.¹³

     (f/o_Wm&Nath) Wallis was born circa 1620.¹

     Nathaniel Wallis was born circa 1650.¹ He sold land in 1679 at Pocomoke Neck, Acc Co, VA. It was in this year that Nathaniel Wallis, as brother and heir-at-law to William, sold Wm's 200 acres of tract A159 on Holden's Creek to John Sandford who may have been a brother of Samuel Sandford of A152.

     Thomas Wallis was born circa 1652.¹ On 18 Sep 1675 Tho. Barret sued Tho. Wallis for 2083 lbs tobacco, but Wallis failed to appear. Ordered that judgment pass against the sheriff if Wallis did not appear at the next court. But on 17 Nov 1675 Thoms. Barret, who sued Tho. Wallis for 283 lbs tobacco, did not prove the debt; the suit was dismissed with the last court's order against the sheriff being reversed. Barret paid court costs.²

     Edmund Johson Jr. was born circa 1755 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Edmund was named as an heir on 12 January 1779 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as Edmund Johnson, son of Thomas, and given my shoe, knee and stock buckles, in the will of William Hearth Sr., who had been an appraiser of the estate of Thomas Johnson on 10 Sep 1765.¹ He married Mary 'Polly' (192) Doughty, daughter of Hezekiah (115) Doughty and Mary (-----), 22 Jun 1781 (bond) at Northampton Co, VA. Addison Dowty was security on the M.L.B. of Edmund Johnson Jr. and Polly Dowty, daughter of Hezekiah Dowty..^3,4 Edmund died before 9 March 1784 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that the esteate of Edmund Johnson was administered to Hezekiah Dowty..⁵

     Thomas Johson was born circa 1720 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ He died before 10 September 1765 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Thomas Johnson was granted to Anne Johnson & Juhu Johnson.¹

     Roger Michael (Mikell) was born circa 1643.² He married Mary (-----) before 8 April 1668 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Roger Mikeel, who married the widow of James Bonwell, pay Mr. Deverax Browne 1700 lbs tobacco and court charges. According to Whitelaw, they were know to have been married by 1668, but in 1680 Rodger and Mary Mikell recorded an agreement to separate as man and wife, although later she had to sign a deed with him as his legal wife.^2,3 Roger Michael (Mikell) patented land in 1673 at Onley- Onancock, Acc Co, VA. It was in this year that a patent was issued to Roger Michaell for the whole 1,500 acres, which went by the old Indian name of Ramagstuck. No record was found to reveal any relationship between this man and the two contemporary John Michaels: John Sr. of N32 and John Jr. of A70. By 1668 Roger is know to have married Mary, the widow of James Bonwell, but in 1680 Rodger and Mary Mikell recorded an agreement to separate as man and wife, although later she had to sign a deed with him as his legal wife. There are several records to show that Roger was many times in trouble with the court, and in 1685 he was spoken of as "one Roger Micheele a Knowne Pyrate and Robber."² He was on the list of tithables at Accomack Co, VA, in 1674. He was shown as Roger Mickell with 6 tiths on Mr. Jno. Wise's list.⁴ He sold land between 1675 and 1681 at Accomack Co, VA. In 1675 Roger & Mary Mikell sold 300 acres to Richard Cutler, weaver, and in 1676 another 200 acres to Phillip Quinton, and in 1681 1,000 acres to John West.² Roger witnessed a will on 6 July 1680 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Edward Brotherton, Roger Mikell & William Prettiman witnessed the will of Griffith Savage, wife Bridget.¹

     Wilbur Lee Shield Sr. was born on 25 July 1886.¹ He married Daisy Martin circa 1910.¹

     Daisy Martin was born on 13 May 1887.¹ As of circa 1910,her married name was Shield.¹ She married Wilbur Lee Shield Sr., son of Francis Ames 'Frank' Shield and Esther Garrison 'Etta' Stakes, circa 1910.¹

     Elizabeth Layfield was born circa 1700.¹ She married Peter Collier circa 1720.¹ As of circa 1720,her married name was Collier.¹

     Robert Miller was born circa 1740.¹ He died in 1811.¹

     George Davis was born circa 1760.¹ He married Sarah 'Sally' Miller, daughter of Robert Miller, 05 Apr 1803 (lic) at Worcester Co, MD.¹

     Lambert Collier was born between 1791 and 1792 at Worcester Co, MD.¹ He married Susan Davis 15 Mar 1816 (lic) at Worcester Co, MD.²

     Susan Davis was born circa 1795.¹ As of 15 March 1816,her married name was Collier.¹ She married Lambert Collier, son of Kendall (200) Collier and Sarah 'Sally' Miller, 15 Mar 1816 (lic) at Worcester Co, MD.¹

     Isaac Bowden was born in 1790 at Worcester Co, MD.¹ He married Mary Collier, daughter of Kendall (200) Collier and Sarah 'Sally' Miller, 03 Apr 1815 (lic) at Worcester Co, MD.¹ Isaac Bowden died before 21 June 1816.²

     Elisha Bowden was born circa 1795 at Worcester Co, MD.¹ He married Mary Collier, daughter of Kendall (200) Collier and Sarah 'Sally' Miller, 11 Feb 1817 (lic) at Worcester Co, MD.¹ Elisha made a will on 9 July 1825 at Worcester Co, MD. Elisha Bowen's will named three children: Sally Maria, Kendal Colyer and George William K. Bowen; his unnamed wife might be pregnant; Stephen Collins, exor; wit: John P. Ratledge, Zedekiah Hammond. (MH27:147).² He died before 19 July 1825 at Worcester Co, MD. It was on this date that his will was probated.²

     Nathaniel Bowden was born circa 1760.¹

     William Bowden was born circa 1760 at Worcester Co, MD.¹

     Isaac Lambert Bowden was born circa 1816 at Worcester Co, MD.¹ Isaac had a guardian named on 13 April 1824 at Worcester Co, MD. He was shown as Isaac Lambert Bowen, orphan of Isaac, Appointed Guardian: Elisha Bowen, Sureties John P. Rutledge, Peter Claywell (Heise, Worcester County Orphans Court, Vol 2).¹

     Sally Maria Bowden was born circa 1818 at Worcester Co, MD.¹

     Kendall Collier Bowden was born circa 1820 at Worcester Co, MD.¹

     George William K. Bowden was born circa 1822 at Worcester Co, MD.¹

     Mary Ann Elizabeth Bowden was born in 1825 at Worcester Co, MD.¹ She died in 1911.¹

     Nancy Fitzgerald was born circa 1765 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married Elijah 'Eli' Bull 24 Dec 1785 (bond) at Accomack Co, VA. Elijah Fitzgerald was the security on the M.L.B. of Eli Bull and Nancy Fitzgerald.¹ As of 24 December 1785,her married name was Bull.¹

     (-----) Dawson was born circa 1725.¹ He married Margaret (-----) circa 1765.¹

     (-----) Mason was born circa 1750.¹ He married Ritter Martin, daughter of Peter Martin and Margaret (-----), circa 1770.¹

     William Jacob was born circa 1800 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ William was named in his father's will on 10 June 1808 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as son William Jacob (under age) in the will of Robert Jacob, wife Elizabath.¹

     John Turpin was born circa 1765 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ He married Sarah Bell Stott Gascoigne, daughter of Henry (112) Gascoigne and Sarah Stott, 27 Oct 1789 (bond) at Northampton Co, VA. John Upshur Jr. was the security on the M.L.B. of John Turpin and Sally B. Gascoyne. Thomas Upshur Sr. gave consent for Sally.¹

     Evans Kellam was born circa 1800 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ He married Elizabeth Costin 13 Jul 1820 (bond) at Northampton Co, VA. Thomas Peed was the security on the M.L.B. of Evans Kellam and Elizabeth Costin.² Evans Kellam died before 12 December 1825 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Evans Kellam was granted to Azariah Thurston. Bond $200.¹

     Shadrack Kellam was born circa 1802 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ He died before 8 December 1828 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Shadrack Kellam was granted to John D. Turpin.¹

     Stringer Kellam was born circa 1790 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ He died before 13 March 1833 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Stringer Kellam was granted to Thomas Kellam. Bond $200. Appraisers: Thomas Powell, Thomas S. Spady and Thomas Hallett. This order states that Stringer Kellam was "formerly a soldier in the Army of The United States in the late war." No administration records.¹

     John Kellam was born circa 1800 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ He married Emeline E. Wilson (Wilson ?) circa 1825.¹ John Kellam died before 8 July 1833 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of John Kellam was granted to John S. Wilson. Bond $300. The widow, Emeline E., declined the administration. Appraisers: William Dunton, Eddy ______, George Bell and Anthony Bell. Inventory, Appraisement and Account of Sales taken on July 11, 1833. Recorded on July 13, 1835. Audit and Settlement. John S. Wilson administrator. Begins on June 2, 1833. Recorded on August 10, 1835.¹

     Emeline E. Wilson (Wilson ?) was born circa 1800 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ As of circa 1825,her married name was Kellam.¹ She married John Kellam circa 1825.¹ On 8 Jul 1833 administration on the estate of John Kellam was granted to John S. Wilson. Bond $300. The widow, Emeline E., declined the administration.¹

     Edward Kellam was born circa 1790 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ He married Sally Nottingham 05 Dec 1814 (bond) at Northampton Co, VA. Thos Jacob was the security on the M.L.B. of Edward Kellum and Sally Nottingham, daughter of Wm. Nottingham who gave consent. Joshua Fitchett was a witness.² Edward Kellam died before 13 December 1841 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Edward Kellam was granted to Benjamin Griffith. The widow, Sarah Kellam relinquished the administration. Bond $600. Appraisers: George P. Fitchett, Thomas F. Spady, Nathaniel S. Goffigon and Thomas K. Dunton. Audit and Settlement. Benjamin Griffith administrator. Inventory, Appraisement and Account of Sales made on December 23, 1841.¹

     Sally Nottingham was born circa 1800.¹ As of 5 December 1814,her married name was Kellam.¹ She married Edward Kellam 05 Dec 1814 (bond) at Northampton Co, VA. Thos Jacob was the security on the M.L.B. of Edward Kellum and Sally Nottingham, daughter of Wm. Nottingham who gave consent. Joshua Fitchett was a witness.¹ Sally Nottingham was named in her husband's estate settlement on 13 December 1841 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as the widow Sarah Kellam who relinquished the administration on the estate of Edward Kellam to Benjamin Griffith.² She died before 12 September 1842 at Northampton Co, VA. Will proven but not found. No administration records. Partly proved by the oath of William P. Colonna. No bond, administrator or order to appraise.³

     Robert Kellam was born circa 1775 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ He married Sally Stott 22 Sep 1798 (bond) at Northampton Co, VA. Wm. Stratton was the security on the M.L.B. of Robert Kellam and Sally Stott.²

     Sally Stott was born circa 1780 at Northampton Co, VA. As of 22 September 1798,her married name was Kellam.¹ She married Robert Kellam 22 Sep 1798 (bond) at Northampton Co, VA. Wm. Stratton was the security on the M.L.B. of Robert Kellam and Sally Stott.¹

     Elizabeth Turner was born circa 1786 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ As of circa 1810,her married name was Kellam.¹ She married Samuel Kellam circa 1810.¹ Elizabeth was named in her father's will on 27 October 1819 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as Elizabeth Kellum in the will of Joshua Turner, wife Bridget. He directed that 2 tracts of land be sold and (the proceeds) be divided amongst my grandchildren to wit: 1/5 part to the children of Elizabeth Kellum. In a Codicil he requested that if the children of Elizabeth Kellum die under 21 then their parts to be divided among all my surviving grandchildren. He also noted that any money was to be paid as security for Sam'l Kellum, that would come out of the legacies given to the children of Elizabeth Kellam.¹

     Samuel Kellam was born circa 1785.¹ He married Elizabeth Turner, daughter of Joshua Turner and Tabitha (243) Braser, circa 1810.¹ Samuel was named as an heir on 27 October 1819 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as Sam'l Kellum in the will of Joshua Turner, wife Bridget. He also named a daughter Elizabth Kellum.¹

     Lucretia Dixon was born circa 1785 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ She married William Costin Sr. 12 Jan 1791 (bond) at Northampton Co, VA. Griffin Stith was the security on the M.L.B. of William Costin and Lucretia Dixon. Elizabeth Dixon gave consent for Lucretia.¹ As of 12 January 1791,her married name was Costin.¹ Lucretia was named in her husband's will on 2 March 1844 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as wife Lucretia in the will of William Costin Senr.²

     Rose Costin was born circa 1803 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ As of 3 February 1819,her married name was Kellam.² She married James (of A.) Kellam, son of Argil Kellam and (-----) (-----), 03 Feb 1819 (bond) at Northampton Co, VA. Silas Jefferson was the security on the M.L.B. of James Kellam & Rose Costin the daughter of Wm. Costin who gave consent.² Rose Costin died before 2 March 1844 at Accomack Co, VA. She was evidently dec'd by this date as her sons Francis & Esley Kellum were named in the will of William Costin Senr, wife Lucretia, without mention of her.¹

     Arinthia Fitchett was born circa 1833 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Arinthia was named in her father's will on 2 March 1844 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as Arinthia Fitchett, child of my daughter Lean, in the will of William Costin Senr, wife Lucretia.¹

     Eleanora Fitchett was born circa 1837 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Eleanora was named in her grandfather's will on 2 March 1844 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as Eleanora Fitchett, child of my daughter Lean, in the will of William Costin Senr, wife Lucretia.¹

     William J. Fitchett was born circa 1838 at Northampton Co, VA.² William was named in his grandfather's will on 2 March 1844 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as William J. Fitchett, child of my daughter Leah, in the will of William Costin Senr, wife Lucretia.¹ William was listed with another family in the census of 1850 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as William J. Fitchette, age 20 (10?) in HH#629 headed by Virginia Wyatt, age 27.³ William was listed as a head of household in the census of 1860 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as William J. Fitchett the head of HH#68, a 22 year old farmer, living alone between Thomas S. Whitehead, a 51 year old farmer and William S. Whitehead, a 33 year old farmer.⁴ He married Georganna (-----) circa 1861.² William was listed as a head of household in the census of 1870 at Capeville, N'hamp Co, VA. He was shown as Wm. Fitchett the head of HH#374, a 32 year old farmer. Listed with him were the following Fitchetts: Georganna, age 27 & keeping house; Lola Fitchett, age 8 and attending school; Alvia, age 7 & attending school; Elizabeth, age 5 & at home; Georganna, age 3 & at home; Wm., age 8/12 at home born in Augt. Also listed with him were Jno. Widgen, a 30 year old retail merchant; H.C. Nottingham, age 30 with no occupation; Arinthia Nottingham, age 36 with no occupation; Patsie Widgeon, age 29 with no occupation.⁵ He married Helen Robinson Jarvis, daughter of Thomas William Bell Jarvis and Mary Hannah Scherer, on 18 April 1878 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as William J. Fitchett, a 40 year old widowed merchant, born in N'hamp Co & living in Baltimore, MD, the son of Christopher & Leah Fitchett and she was shown as Helen R. Snead, a 24 year old widow, born in Acc Co & living in N'hamp Co, the daughter of Thomas B. Jarvis.²

     Elizabeth Fitchett was born circa 1842 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Elizabeth was named in her grandfather's will on 2 March 1844 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as my granddaughter Elizabeth Fitchett in the will of William Costin Senr, wife Lucretia.¹

     William J. Peed was born circa 1822.¹ William was named in his grandfather's will on 2 March 1844 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as grandson William J. Peed in the will of William Costin Senr, wife Lucretia.¹

     Virginia Peed was born circa 1824 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Virginia was named in her grandfather's will on 2 March 1844 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as granddaughter Virginia Peed in the will of William Costin Senr, wife Lucretia.¹

     Anne Trower was born circa 1755 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ She married William Costin Sr. 23 Mar 1773 (bond) at Northampton Co, VA. Wm. Trower was the security on the M.L.B. of William Costin, son of Mathew Costin, and Anne Trower, daughter of Robert Trower dec'd. Mathew at first denied consent.¹ As of 23 March 1773,her married name was Costin.¹

     Abel West was born circa 1780 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ He married Bridget Hudson 27 Dec 1808 (bond) at Northampton Co, VA. Teackle Roberts was the security on the M.L.B. of Abel West and Bridget Hutson..⁴ Abel West died before 9 March 1818 at Northampton Co, VA. Administrator William Henderson. Bond $5000 Appraisers: Edmund W. P. Downing, John Addison, Thomas Scarborough and John Revel. Account of Sales taken on March 28, 1818. Audit and Settlement. W. Henderson administrator. Recorded on October 8, 1821. Audit and Settlement. William Henderson administrator. Recorded on February 14, 1825. Cash paid to George Bull, Meshack Waterfield, Polly West, Joseph West and William West. Note: These appear to be heirs. Division of Slaves. Recorded on January 8, 1821. Heirs: Caleb Fisher and Betsey his wife, Laban Luker and Peggy his wife, Peter Kellum and Adah his wife, Meshack Waterfield and Sally his wife, Polly Bool, George Bool & James West , William West, Meshack Waterfield, William West Junr, William P. Johnson, Joseph West, Caleb Fisher, George Bull, Polly West. "Two of the heirs being absent which entitles those present to 1/6 instead of 1/8."¹

     (-----) (-----) was born circa 1750. As of circa 1770,her married name was West. She married (f/o_Abel-Tamer-others) West circa 1770.^1,2

     Petty West was born circa 1778 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ As of circa 1800,her married name was Luker.¹ She married Laban Luker circa 1800.¹ Petty West was named in the settlement of her brother's estate on 8 January 1821 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as Peggy, wife of Laban Luker, at the estate settlement of Abel West.¹

     Laban Luker was born circa 1775.¹ He married Petty West, daughter of (f/o_Abel-Tamer-others) West and (-----) (-----), circa 1800.¹

     Adah West was born circa 1780 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ As of circa 1800,her married name was Kellam.¹ She married Peter Kellam circa 1800.¹ Adah West was named in the settlement of her brother's estate on 8 January 1821 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as Adah, wife of Peter Kellam, at the estate settlement of Abel West.¹

     Peter Kellam was born circa 1775.¹ He married Adah West, daughter of (f/o_Abel-Tamer-others) West and (-----) (-----), circa 1800.¹

     Priscilla Bull was born circa 1780 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ As of 31 January 1797,her married name was Waterfield.¹ She married Meshack Waterfield 31 Jan 1797 (bond) at Northampton Co, VA. James Dalby was the security on the M.L.B. of Meshack Waterfield and Priscilla Bool.¹

     Sally West was born circa 1790.¹ As of 15 February 1812,her married name was Waterfield.¹ She married Meshack Waterfield 15 Feb 1812 (bond) at Northampton Co, VA. David Topping was the security on the M.L.B. of Meshack Waterfield and Sally West, daughter of Tamer West who said she was of age. Thomas Ames witness.¹ Sally West was named in the settlement of her brother's estate on 8 January 1821 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as Sally, wife of Meshack Waterfield, in the settlement of the estate of Abel West.³

     Tamer West was born circa 1770 at Northampton Co, VA.¹

     (f/o_Abel-Tamer-others) West was born circa 1740 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ He married (-----) (-----) circa 1770.^3,2

     (-----) (-----) was born circa 1770. She married Charles West, son of Charles Smith (523) West and Tabitha (-----), circa 1794. As of circa 1794,her married name was West.

     Elizabeth Costin was born circa 1800.¹ As of 13 July 1820,her married name was Kellam.¹ She married Evans Kellam 13 Jul 1820 (bond) at Northampton Co, VA. Thomas Peed was the security on the M.L.B. of Evans Kellam and Elizabeth Costin.¹ As of 16 August 1838,her married name was Smith.² Elizabeth Costin married John B. Smith 16 Aug 1838 (bond) at Accomack Co, VA. James J. Ailworth was the security on the M.L.B. of John B. Smith and Elizabeth Kellam, widow of Evans.²

     Catherine Kellam was born circa 1805 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ As of 18 April 1832,her married name was Warren.¹ She married John P. Warren 18 Apr 1832 (bond) at Northampton Co, VA. Jacob Waterfield was the security on the M.L.B. of John P. Warren and Catherine Kellam, daughter of Charles Kellam dec'd.¹

     John P. Warren was born circa 1805 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ He married Catherine Kellam, daughter of Charles (491) Kellam and Sally Howell, 18 Apr 1832 (bond) at Northampton Co, VA. Jacob Waterfield was the security on the M.L.B. of John P. Warren and Catherine Kellam, daughter of Charles Kellam dec'd.¹

     Elizabeth Kellam was born circa 1790 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ As of 16 April 1808,her married name was Dunton.¹ She married Selby Dunton 16 Apr 1808 (bond) at Northampton Co, VA. Laban Hickman was the security on the M.L.B. of Selby Dunton and Elizabeth Kellam.¹

     William Mann was born circa 1765.¹ He married Margaret Kellam 23 Apr 1790 (bond) at Northampton Co, VA. John T. Turner was the security on the M.L.B. of William Mann & Marg't Kellum. They were married on 12 Jun 1790.¹

     Margaret Kellam was born circa 1770 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ As of 23 April 1790,her married name was Mann.¹ She married William Mann 23 Apr 1790 (bond) at Northampton Co, VA. John T. Turner was the security on the M.L.B. of William Mann & Marg't Kellum. They were married on 12 Jun 1790.¹

     Esther M. Kellam was born circa 1830.¹ As of 25 December 1850,her married name was Price.¹ She married Alfred G. Price on 25 December 1850 at Northampton Co, VA. They were shown as Alfred G. Price and Miss Esther M. Kellam, daughter of Edmund Kellam dec'd.¹

     Alfred G. Price was born circa 1825.¹ He married Esther M. Kellam, daughter of Edward Kellam and Sally Nottingham, on 25 December 1850 at Northampton Co, VA. They were shown as Alfred G. Price and Miss Esther M. Kellam, daughter of Edmund Kellam dec'd.¹

     Elizabeth W. Kellam was born circa 1820 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ As of 1 September 1842,her married name was Rush.¹ She married Thomas J. Rush 01 Sep 1842 (bond) at Northampton Co, VA. Edmond Kellam was the security on the M.L.B. of Thomas J. Rush and Elizabeth W. Kellam.¹

     Thomas J. Rush was born circa 1820.¹ He married Elizabeth W. Kellam, daughter of Edward Kellam and Sally Nottingham, 01 Sep 1842 (bond) at Northampton Co, VA. Edmond Kellam was the security on the M.L.B. of Thomas J. Rush and Elizabeth W. Kellam.¹

     William Wilson was born circa 1800.¹ He married Margaret Kellam on 26 January 1835 at Northampton Co, VA. Matt D. Moore was the security on the M.L.B. of Wm. Wilson, shipwright, and Margaret Kellam.¹

     Margaret Kellam was born circa 1815 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ As of 26 January 1835,her married name was Wilson.¹ She married William Wilson on 26 January 1835 at Northampton Co, VA. Matt D. Moore was the security on the M.L.B. of Wm. Wilson, shipwright, and Margaret Kellam.¹

     Nathaniel Badger was born circa 1807 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ He married Sally Martin on 11 April 1832 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as Nathaniel Badger, son of Nath'l & Mary Badger and she was shown as Sally Martin.¹ Nathaniel Badger married Margaret S. Kellam on 20 December 1832 at Northampton Co, VA.¹

     Sally Martin was born circa 1810.¹ As of 11 April 1832,her married name was Badger.¹ She married Nathaniel Badger, son of Nathaniel Badger and Mary Robins, on 11 April 1832 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as Nathaniel Badger, son of Nath'l & Mary Badger and she was shown as Sally Martin.¹

     Margaret S. Kellam was born circa 1810.¹ As of 20 December 1832,her married name was Badger.¹ She married Nathaniel Badger, son of Nathaniel Badger and Mary Robins, on 20 December 1832 at Northampton Co, VA.¹

     John B. Smith was born circa 1810.¹ He married Sarah Ann Kellam, daughter of Stewart (519) Kellam and Ann Maria Hall (96) Bradford, 03 Dec 1838 (bond) at Northampton Co, VA. George F. Wilkins was the security on the M.L.B. of John B. Smith and Miss Sarah Ann Kellam. They were married on 6 Dec 1838.¹ John B. Smith sold land in 1856 at Belle Haven, Acc Co, VA. It was in this year that John B. & Sarah Ann (Kellam) Smith exchanged the Arthur Robins part of tract A1 (east of Belle Haven) and another parcel elsewhere with Henry E. Dennis for Kegotank (A121K).²

     John Joynes Jr. was born circa 1758 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ He married Lauranna 'Luranar' Kellam, daughter of Moses Kellam and Ann Smith, 29 Sep 1778 (bond) at Northampton Co, VA. Smith Kellam was the security on the M.L.B. of John Joynes Jr. (son of John & Rachel Joynes) and Luranar Kellam.¹ John Joynes Jr. married Peggy Floyd, daughter of Berry Floyd and Esther Dalby, on 29 December 1796 at Northampton Co, VA. Wm. Joynes was the security on the M.L.B. of John Joynes Jr. (s/o John & Rachel Joynes) and Peggy Floyd.¹

     John Hosier was born circa 1790 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ He married Nancy Kellam, daughter of John (of Edm) Kellam and Molly (-----), 08 Jun 1819 (bond) at Northampton Co, VA. Wm. Mathews was the security on the M.L.B. of John Hosier and Nancy Kellam.¹

     (f/o Roger_&_Bridget) Michael was born circa 1620. He married (-----) (-----) circa 1642.

     Alice Kellam was born circa 1808 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ As of 30 January 1826,her married name was Winder.¹ She married John Winder 30 Jan 1826 (bond) at Accomack Co, VA. John R. Potter was the security on the M.L.B. of John Window and Alice Kellam, orphan of Zorobabel.¹

     John Winder was born circa 1800 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Alice Kellam, daughter of Zorobabel Kellam II and Bridget Addison, 30 Jan 1826 (bond) at Accomack Co, VA. John R. Potter was the security on the M.L.B. of John Window and Alice Kellam, orphan of Zorobabel.¹

     Zorobabel Groten was born circa 1758 at Accomack Co, VA.^1,2 Zorobabel was named in his brother's will on 5 September 1773 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as brother Zorobabel Groten in the will of Shadrack Groten.³ Zorobabel was named in his father's will on 24 September 1774 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son Zorobabel Groten (under age) in the will of William Groten, wife Amy.² Zorobabel was named in his brother's will on 19 February 1777 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as my brother Zerrobabel Groten in the will of Major Groten.⁴ Zorobabel was named in his brother's will on 6 June 1777 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as brother Zerobabel Groten in the will of William Groten.⁵ He inherited land in 1777 at tract A35, Pungoteague Creek, Accomack Co, VA. It was in this year that William Groten's son will left 175 acres to his brother Zerobabel Groten " the plantation where my mother and I live." In 1794 Zerobable Groten died intestate and was succeeded by a son William D. Groten. Some time after the turn of the century he began selling parts of his land: some of them are of historic interest, such as the site of St. Georges Parish Church.⁶ Zorobabel was named in his brother-in-law's will on 14 October 1780 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as brother-in-law Zorowbable Groten and named Extr in the will of Benjamin Hutchinson, wife Margaret.⁷ Zorobabel was named as a guardian on 1 June 1785 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Zorobabel Groten and named guardian to the heir at law named in the will of William Turlington, wife no name.⁸ He married Ann 'Nancy' Smith (Smith?) on 29 August 1785 at Accomack Co, VA. Levin Walker was the security on the M.L.B. of Zorobabel Groton and Anne Kellam.¹ Zorobabel Groten sold land in 1786 at tract A54, Pungoteague Creek, Accomack Co, VA. In 1765 Henry & Elizabeth Scarburgh sold 182 aces to William Groten; it was the end of the panhandle section of the tract and the part which is east of the present bayside road; it was bounded on the northeast by A62, on the southeast by A53, and on the southwest by the head-branch of Pungoteague Creek. In 1777 Groten left to his brother Zerobabel and in 1786 he and his wife Ann sold to William Read. (NOTE: It was probably this William's son William who left this land to his brother Zerobabel.).⁹ Zorobabel was named in his mother's will on 6 February 1788 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son Zorobabel Groten in the will of Amey Groten, widow of William.¹⁰ Zorobabel was named as administrator of an estate on 30 April 1788 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Ezar Kellam, unadministered by Custis Kellam dec'd, was granted to Zorobabel Groten with James Spiers & John Watson security.¹¹ He sold land on 12 January 1793 at St. Georges Parish, Accomack Co, VA. Zorobabel Groten of St. Georges Parish and Nancy his wife sells to Zorobabel Laylor of the same place for £83.17.6 a tract of land which Zorobabel Groten became possessed by the death of his brother Edmund Groten being one lot of Edmund's land, who died under age and a division of the land took place by an Act of the General Assembly of Virginia directing an equal division in case of deceased intestates bounded as follows: north and easterly by the heirs of Patience Rodgers and . . . containing 47 acres. Witt: John Shepherd Ker, Jonathan Groten, Francis Poulson & Peggy Hutchinson.¹² He died before 29 December 1794 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Zorobabel Groten was granted to Anne Groten with Carvey Dunton & John Milby securities.¹³

     (-----) (-----) was born circa 1750.¹ As of circa 1775,her married name was Kellam. She married John Kellam Sr., son of John Kellam and Ursilla Smith, circa 1775. (-----) was named in her husband's will on 11 July 1806 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my wife (no name) in the will of John Kellam Sr.²

     Sally (-----) was born circa 1775.¹ As of circa 1800,her married name was Kellam.¹ She married John (of Nash) Kellam, son of Nash Kellam and Elizabeth (-----), circa 1800.¹ As of 25 August 1806,her married name was Harmon.¹ Sally (-----) married Kendall Harmon Sr. 25 Aug 1806 (bond) at Accomack Co, VA. William Badger & Zorobabel Chandler wer the security on the M.L.B. of Kendall Harmon Sr. & Sally Kellam, widow of John.¹

     Kendall Harmon Sr. was born circa 1760.¹ He married Sally (-----) 25 Aug 1806 (bond) at Accomack Co, VA. William Badger & Zorobabel Chandler wer the security on the M.L.B. of Kendall Harmon Sr. & Sally Kellam, widow of John.¹

     Capt. James Floyd Snr was born circa 1763 at Accomack Co, VA. That Capt. James Floyd is the son of Maj. John (197) Floyd III is based on the assumption that in 1789 when he bought part of tract N37 from John & Elishe Floyd of Princess Ann County, that they were brothers, and that this part of tract N37 descended down the chain of John Floyds from John Floyd I to John Floyd the IV, who in turn sold it to his brother Capt. James Floyd. Otherwise he may be the son of the Matthew Floyd who died by 14 Apr 1801 when administration on his estate was granted to a James Floyd.² He married Catherine (495) Kellam, daughter of Abel or Caleb or Laban (180) Kellam and (d/o_Bartholomew) Mears, on 23 December 1785 at Accomack Co, VA. Charles Richardson was the security on the M.L.B. of James Floyd and Catherine Kellam. (NOTE: There was only one Catherine Kellam found during this period in Accomack County wills and orphan accounts, so she had to have been the daughter of Babel, alias Laben Kellam, and the paternal granddaughter of West Kellam and the maternal granddaughter Bartholomew Mears.).¹ Capt. James Floyd Snr was on the personal property tax list in 1788 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as Jas. Floyd with 5 blacks above 16, 5 horses, mares, coults, or mules.⁴ He was on the personal property tax list on 10 March 1800 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as James Floyd Senr with 2 slaves above 16, 4 horses &c and 2 chair carriage wheels.³ James was named as administrator of an estate on 4 April 1801 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Mathew Floyd was granted to James Floyd. Appraisers: Westerhouse Widgeon, John Tyson, William Nottingham and Walter Luker. No administration records.⁵ James was listed as a head of household in the census of 1820 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as James Floyd a head of household. Listed with him were free white males: 1 "to 16", 1 "16-26", 1 "45 &c"; persons females: 2 "under 10", 1 "to 26", 1 "to 45"; 4 "agriculture"; 1 "commerce"; male slaves: 1 "under 14", 4 "45 &c"; female slaves: 2 "under 14"; 1 "to 26"; 15 total.⁶ James made a will on 1 October 1822 at Northampton Co, VA. I give to my son James Floyd, fifty dollars. I give to my son Berry Floyd ninety dollars. If my daughters Nancy Nottingham and Catherine Biggs wish to keep the Negroes Leah and Allice which I lent them it is my will they should do on condition they will pay into my estate the amount that the said Negroes shall be appraised at. I leave my lands to be sold by my executor. After my debts are paid I desire that the remainder of my estate be equally divided between my sons William Floyd, Jno Floyd, James Floyd, Berry Floyd and my daughters Nancy Nottingham and Catherine Biggs. I appoint my son William Floyd guardian to my son Berry Floyd. I appoint my sons William Floyd & Jno Floyd my executors. Signed, James Floyd. Witnesses: Jno K. Floyd, James Saunders and Ezekiel Young.⁷ He died before 9 December 1822 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated.⁷ He estate was settled on 8 August 1825. On January 13, 1823 William Floyd and John Floyd were appointed administrators. OB 37 page 19. Bond $15,000. Appraisers: William S. Williams, Benjamin Scott Senr., Nathaniel Widgeon and James Saunders. Inventory, Appraisement and Account of Sales taken on December 11, 1822. (here he is called James Floyd Senr) WB 37 pages 108-114. Audit and Settlement. William and John Floyd executors. Pages 114-115. Recorded on August 8, 1825.⁸

     John B. Smith was born circa 1800.¹ He married Elizabeth Costin 16 Aug 1838 (bond) at Accomack Co, VA. James J. Ailworth was the security on the M.L.B. of John B. Smith and Elizabeth Kellam, widow of Evans.¹

     William Stakes was born circa 1780.¹ He married Esther (-----) 26 Dec 1808 (bond) at Accomack Co, VA. Bagwell Garrison was the security on the M.L.B. of William Stakes and Esther Kellam, widow of Thomas. They were married on 29 Dec 1808.²

     Esther (-----) was born circa 1770 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ As of circa 1800,her married name was Kellam.² She married Thomas Kellam circa 1800.² As of 26 December 1808,her married name was Stakes.³ Esther (-----) married William Stakes 26 Dec 1808 (bond) at Accomack Co, VA. Bagwell Garrison was the security on the M.L.B. of William Stakes and Esther Kellam, widow of Thomas. They were married on 29 Dec 1808.³

     Thomas Kellam was born circa 1770.¹ He married Esther (-----) circa 1800.¹ Thomas Kellam died before 26 December 1808.¹