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     Solomon Townsend (s/o Wm) was born circa 1706 at Somerset Co, DE.¹ He married (-----) (-----) circa 1726 at Sussex Co, DE.² Solomon was named in his father's will on 4 January 1728/29 at Somerset Co, MD. He was shown as son Solomon Townsend in the will of William Townsend, wife Elizabeth.¹ Solomon made a will on 4 January 1772 at Sussex Co, DE.² He died on 7 April 1793 at Sussex Co, DE. It was on this date that his will was probated.²

     Charles Townsend III was born circa 1708 at Somerset Co, MD.¹ Charles was named in his father's will on 4 January 1728/29 at Sussex Co, DE. He was shown as son Charles Townsend in the will of William Townsend, wife Elizabeth.¹ He married Mary Clendaniel circa 1730.² Charles Townsend III died before 1745 at Sussex Co, DE.²

     Abigail Townsend was born circa 1710 at Somerset Co, MD.¹ Abigail was named in her father's will on 4 January 1728/29 at Sussex Co, DE. She was shown as daughter Abigail Townsend in the will of William Townsend, wife Elizabeth.¹ As of circa 1730,her married name was Clendaniel.² She married John Clendaniel circa 1730.²

     John Clendaniel was born circa 1705.¹ He married Abigail Townsend, daughter of William Townsend and Elizabeth Costen, circa 1730.¹

     Elizabeth Townsend was born circa 1712 at Somerset Co, MD.¹ As of circa 1728,her married name was Deputy.¹ She married Sylvester Deputy circa 1728.¹ Elizabeth was named in her father's will on 4 January 1728/29 at Sussex Co, DE. She was shown as daughter Elizabeth Deputy in the will of William Townsend, wife Elizabeth. He aslo named a son-in-law Silvester Deputy.²

     Sylvester Deputy was born circa 1705.¹ He married Elizabeth Townsend, daughter of William Townsend and Elizabeth Costen, circa 1728.¹

     Brickhouse 'Brickus' Townsend was born circa 1700 at Worcester Co, MD.¹ He married Mary (-----) circa 1735.² Brickhouse was named in his father's will on 10 November 1743 at Worcester Co, MD. He was shown as son Brickhouse in the will of Jeremiah Townsend.¹ Brickhouse made a will on 8 January 1762 at Worcester Co, MD.² He died before 10 March 1762 at Worcester Co, MD. It was on this date that his will was probated.²

     Bowman Townsend was born circa 1702 at Worcester Co, MD.¹ He was on the tax list between 1730 and 1740 at Baltimore Hundred, Somerset Co, MD. He was shown as Bowman Townsend a head of household.² Bowman was named in his father's will on 10 November 1743 at Worcester Co, MD. He was shown as son Bowman in the will of Jeremiah Townsend, son Brickhouse Townsend.¹

     William Townsend was born circa 1704 at Worcester Co, MD.¹ William was named in his father's will on 10 November 1743 at Worcester Co, MD. He was shown as son William in the will of Jeremiah Townsend, son Brickhouse Townsend.¹

     Sarah Townsend was born circa 1706 at Worcester Co, MD.¹ As of circa 1725,her married name was Warwick.² She married Arthur Warwick circa 1725.² Sarah was named in her husband's will on 26 January 1743 at Somerset Co, MD. She was shown as wife Sarah in the will of Arthur Warwick.³ Sarah was named in her father's will on 10 November 1743 at Worcester Co, MD. She was shown as daughter Sarah Warrick in the will of Jeremiah Townsend, son Brickhouse Townsend.¹ As of after 23 February 1743/44,her married name was Furniss.⁴ She married James Furniss, son of James Furniss and Judith Foxson, after 23 February 1743/44 at Somerset Co, MD.⁴ Sarah was named in her husband's will on 4 December 1765 at Somerset Co, MD. She was shown as wife Sarah in the will of James Furnace.⁵

     Arthur Warwick was born circa 1700.¹ He married Sarah Townsend, daughter of Jeremiah Townsend I and Anne Brickhouse, circa 1725.¹ Arthur made a will on 26 January 1743 at Somerset Co, MD.² He died before 23 February 1743/44 at Somerset Co, MD. It was on this date that his will was probated.²

     Jeremiah Townsend II was born circa 1693 at Somerset Co, MD.¹ He married Comfort Barkley, daughter of William Barkley, before 1714.¹ Jeremiah Townsend II died before 10 August 1733 at Worcester Co, MD. It was on this date that Comfort Townsend, late of All Hallow's Parish, widow, had a bastard child.²

     Comfort Barkley was born circa 1695 at Worcester Co, MD.¹ As of before 1714,her married name was Townsend.¹ She married Jeremiah Townsend II, son of Jeremiah Townsend I and Anne Brickhouse, before 1714.¹ Comfort Barkley was on the personal property tax list between 1734 and 1740 at Pocomoke Hundred, Somerset Co, MD. She was shown as Comfort Toundson a head of household 1734-1740; living with her in 1734 was Wm. Toundson and in 1735 Wm. Barkley Towensand. Nearby are the households of Solomon Towensand and James Towensand. In 1739-1740 Nathaniel Townsend is living in the household of Comfort Townsend.² As of after 1740,her married name was Atkinson.² She married John Atkinson, son of James Atkinson and Elizabeth (-----), after 1740.² Comfort Barkley died before 31 October 1766 at Worcester Co, MD. It was on this date that her inventory was filed by William Barkley Townsend and signed as next of kin by Jeremiah Townsend and Nathaniel Townsend. The admin account was submitted by William Berkley Townsend on 27 Nov 1771.²

     William Barkley was born circa 1670.¹

     John Atkinson was born on 18 October 1692 at Accomack Co, VA.² He was bound out on 4 June 1700 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Elizabeth Atkinson (widow of James Atkinson and now wife of Henry Allin) requested that because of "her husband's improvidence & neglect in not maintaining her said son John (who was eight years of age ye 18th of October next) might be committed to ye care & tuition of Col. John Custis, who being present in court rendered himself willing (in reference to his wives [sic] relation to the said Elizabeth) to take the said John until he arrived to lawful age." The court approved the arrangement.² He was named in the settlement of his father's estate on 6 August 1700 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Mr. William Martiall and Mr. George Parker presented the inventory of the estate of James Atkinson (deceased) and the division they had made between Henry Allin and the children: Elizabeth, John and James Atkinson. Sebastian Cropper, who had been ordered to take care of the Atkinson orphans' estates, presented security (George Parker and Thomas Cope) to be responsible for it and deliver it to the children when they reached lawful age.³ He married Comfort Barkley, daughter of William Barkley, after 1740.¹

     Jeremiah Townsend III was born circa 1714 at Somerset Co, MD.¹ He married Sarah 'Sally' White, daughter of Stevens White and Catherine Fassett, circa 1735 at Worcester Co, MD.² Jeremiah Townsend III was named in the settlement of his mother's estate on 31 October 1766 at Somerset Co, MD. He was shown as Jeremiah Townsend, next of kin, when the inventory of the estate of Comfort Atkinson was presented.¹ He died before 17 February 1784 at Worcester Co, MD. It was on this date that administration bonds on the estate of Jeremiah Townsend were signed by Joshua Townsend, administrator, Absalom, Joshua and Ephraim Townsend. Next of kin were Bartley Townsend and John Ball.²

     Israel Townsend was born on 10 August 1733. It was on this date that Comfort Townsend, late of All Hallow's Parish, widow, had a bastard child.¹ Israel was named in his grandfather's will on 10 November 1743 at Worcester Co, MD. He was shown as grandson Israel Townsend in the will of Jeremiah Townsend, son Brickhouse Townsend.² He married Esther (-----) circa 1755.³ Israel Townsend died in 1785 at St. Martins Hundred, Worcester Co, MD.³

     William Barkley Townsend was born circa 1720 at Somerset Co, MD.¹ He married Jemima Selby circa 1745 at Worcester Co, MD.² William Barkley Townsend was named in the settlement of his mother's estate on 31 October 1766 at Somerset Co, MD. He was shown as William Barkley Townsend when he filed the inventory of the estate of Comfort Atkinson.¹ William Barkley Townsend was a notorious Tory during the Revolution.² William made a will on 26 March 1782 at Worcester Co, MD.² He died before 19 April 1782 at Worcester Co, MD. It was on this date that his will was probated.²

     Nathaniel Townsend was born circa 1723 at Worcester Co, MD.¹ He married Hannah Slingo circa 1750.² Nathaniel Townsend was named in the settlement of his mother's estate on 31 October 1766 at Somerset Co, MD. He was shown as Nathaniel Townsend, next of kin, when the inventory of the estate of Comfort Atkinson was presented.¹ He died before 31 August 1773 at Worcester Co, MD. It was on this date that his inventory was recorded. Next of kin was shown as Ann Simpson, Comfort Townsend, Adm John Ball. He received part of Friends Assistance through his wife's father Thomas Slingo who willed it to her in 1753. In 1789 Kendal Simpson with with Ann, daughter of Nathaniel, sold 50 acres and in 1791 Abrham Newton with wife Comfort, daughter of Nathaniel, sold their part.²

     Comfort Townsend was born circa 1730 at Somerset Co.¹

     Mary Donohoe was born circa 1684.¹ As of circa 1700,her married name was Townsend.¹ She married Charles Townsend I, son of John Townsend I and Elizabeth Danford, circa 1700.¹ Mary was named in her husband's will on 6 April 1748 at Worcester Co, MD. She was shown as wife Mary and named Extr in the will of Charles Townsend, wife Mary.²

     Daniel Donohoe was born circa 1660.¹

     Ealce Townsend was born circa 1709 at Worcester Co, MD.² As of circa 1730,her married name was Beavans.² She married William Beavans circa 1730.² Ealce was named in her father's will on 6 April 1748 at Worcester Co, MD. She was shown as daughter Ealce Beavans and given 1 shilling in the will of Charles Townsend, wife Mary.¹

     William Beavans was born circa 1705.¹ He married Ealce Townsend, daughter of Charles Townsend I and Mary Donohoe, circa 1730.¹

     Ansley Townsend was born circa 1710 at Worcester Co, MD.¹ Ansley was named in her father's will on 6 April 1748 at Worcester Co, MD. She was shown as daughter Ansley Townsend in the will of Charles Townsend, wife Mary.¹

     Elias Townsend (s/o Chas) was born circa 1715 at Worcester Co, MD.² Elias was named in his father's will on 6 April 1748 at Worcester Co, MD. He was shown as son Elias and given one shilling in the will of Charles Townsend, wife Mary.¹

     William Townsend was born circa 1718 at Worcester Co, MD.¹ William was named in his father's will on 6 April 1748 at Worcester Co, MD. He was shown as son William and given 1 shilling in the will of Charles Townsend, wife Mary.¹ He married Sarah Cordrey on 9 December 1748 at Coventry Parish, Somerset Co, MD.² William made a will on 8 February 1769 at Worcester Co, MD.² He died before 27 June 1769 at Worcester Co, MD. It was on this date that his will was probated.²

     Sarah Townsend was born circa 1725 at Worcester Co, MD.¹ Sarah was named in her father's will on 6 April 1748 at Worcester Co, MD. She was shown as daughter Sarah Townsend in the will of Charles Townsend, wife Mary.¹

     Elizabeth Townsend was born circa 1727 at Worcester Co, MD.¹ Elizabeth was named in her father's will on 6 April 1748 at Worcester Co, MD. She was shown as daughter Elizabeth and given 1 shilling in the will of Charles Townsend, wife Mary.¹

     Joseph Townsend was born circa 1723 at Worcester Co, MD.² He married Sarah (-----) circa 1745.² Joseph was named in his father's will on 6 April 1748 at Worcester Co, MD. He was shown as son Joseph and given moveable estate at mother's death in the will of Charles Townsend, wife Mary.¹ He died in 1779 at New York, NY.²

     Solomon Townsend (s/o Chas I) was born circa 1713 at Worcester Co, MD.² He married Elizabeth (-----) circa 1738.³ Solomon was named in his father's will on 6 April 1748 at Worcester Co, MD. He was shown as son Slomon and given plow and harrow with plantation in the will of Charles Townsend, wife Mary.¹ Solomon made a will on 11 February 1774 at Worcester Co, MD. To brother William Townsend's son Charles, same number of acres of land out of my tract Coventry that brother William dec'd devised me s/s Mt. Hope Branch, the land to be laid to be laid off on the northernmost side of Mount Hope Branch and adjacent the said Charles Townsend land, tract New Years Gift, 100 actres to wife and son Solomon, equally, remainder of tract Coventry, tract Townsend Security, my wife to educated my four youngest children; at her death above land to son Solomon provided he pay to son Denwood Townsend £50. To son James Townsend, part of tract Dunfress, 142 acres. To Roland Beavans, son of Roland Beavens, on condition he pay half of expenses on taking up above land given to son James Townsend but he does not pay said land to son James Townsend but he does not pay said land to son James Towsned, also stock, furniture. To Son Elias Townsend, tract Standfast, 50 acres to 3 sons William, Solomon & James Townsend, Cypress Swamp, Ro Hick, 30 acres equally. To daughter Elasha Townsend, Negro girl Leath. To son Zadock Townsend, Negro Norway, £30, furniture. To son Lemuel Townsend, Negro girl Phillis, £15, furniture. To son Denwood Townsend, £30, Negro boy Bob, furniture. To wife use of Negroes Adam, Tony and Tamer, 1/2 of personal estate and stock. To 6 children: William, Solomon, James, Elias Townsend, Mary Beavans and Priscilla Brittingham, residue of estate. Executors sons William and Solomon Townsend. Witt: Wm. Allen, Nehemiah Tilghman & Moses Cary.^2,4,5 He died before 22 March 1774 at Worcester Co, MD. It was on this date that his will was probated.²

     Charles Townsend II was born circa 1700 at Worcester Co, MD.¹ He married Mary (-----) circa 1725.¹ Charles was named in his father's will on 6 April 1748 at Worcester Co, MD. He was shown as son Charles in the will of Charles Townsend, wife Mary.² He died in 1772 at Kent Co, DE.¹

     Mary (-----) was born circa 1705.¹ As of circa 1725,her married name was Townsend.¹ She married Charles Townsend II, son of Charles Townsend I and Mary Donohoe, circa 1725.¹

     Mary Townsend was born circa 1711 at Worcester Co, MD.¹ She was named as the mother of a bastard child on 3 August 1733 at Somerset Co, MD. It was on this date that Mary Townsend late of Somerset County, spinster on 20 Jun 1732 had a bastard child. She named Stephen Winwright as the begottor of the child and willing to pay her fine of 30 shillings. Whereupon a certain John Townsend (son of Charles) of Somerset County, planter, undertakes for Mary Townsend security of £10. Later court records Mary to give evidence on hehalf of His Lordship vs. Stephen Winwright and accordingly is discharged therefrom. Order to give new security to appear at March court. William Ennis, planter, undertakes for Mary Townsend.¹

     (child) Townsend (bastard child of Mary) was born on 20 June 1732 at Somerset Co, MD.¹

     Stephen Winwright was born circa 1710.¹ He was named as the father of a bastard child on 3 August 1733 at Somerset Co, MD. It was on this date that Mary Townsend late of Somerset County, spinster on 20 Jun 1732 had a bastard child. She named Stephen Winwright as the begottor of the child and willing to pay her fine of 30 shillings. Whereupon a certain John Townsend (son of Charles) of Somerset County, planter, undertakes for Mary Townsend security of £10. Later court records Mary to give evidence on hehalf of His Lordship vs. Stephen Winwright and accordingly is discharged therefrom. Order to give new security to appear at March court. William Ennis, planter, undertakes for Mary Townsend.¹

     John Townsend was born circa 1702 at Worcester Co, MD.¹ It was on this date that Mary Townsend late of Somerset County, spinster on 20 Jun 1732 had a bastard child. She named Stephen Winwright as the begottor of the child and willing to pay her fine of 30 shillings. Whereupon a certain John Townsend (son of Charles) of Somerset County, planter, undertakes for Mary Townsend security of £10. Later court records Mary to give evidence on hehalf of His Lordship vs. Stephen Winwright and accordingly is discharged therefrom. Order to give new security to appear at March court. William Ennis, planter, undertakes for Mary Townsend.¹ He died before 6 April 1748.¹

     Benjamin Townsend was born circa 1697 at Somerset Co, MD.² He married Mary Dashiell, daughter of James Dashiell and Isabel Mitchell, circa 1720 at Somerset Co, MD.² Benjamin made a will on 17 November 1751 at Somerset Co, MD.² He died before 19 March 1752 at Somerset Co, MD. It was on this date that his will was probated.²

     William Fletcher I was born circa 1650.¹ He married Elizabeth Selvey, daughter of Tobias Selvey (Selby?) and (-----) (-----), circa 1674 at Accomack Co, VA.² William made a will on 2 November 1710 at Accomack Co, VA. To wife Elizabeth. To son William Fletcher plantation where I now live. To son Mathew. To son Thomas. Two sons Batterton & Brandon. Daughter Elizabeth Hill. Daughter Dorithy Parker. Daughter Mary Croucher. Daughter Rosanah Fletcher. Daughter Frances Fletcher. Wife Elizabeth & son William Ex'rs. Witt: Thomas Hall, George Farmer.¹ He died before 5 December 1710 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated.¹

     Elizabeth Selvey was born circa 1656.³ She married William Fletcher I circa 1674 at Accomack Co, VA.³ As of circa 1674,her married name was Fletcher.³ Elizabeth Selvey received land as a gift in 1675 at tract A24, south of Pungoteague, Accomack Co, VA. It was in this year that Tobias Sellvey, Chirurgion, gave 150 acres to his daughter Elizabeth and her husband William Fletcher, and in 1692(sic) he bequeathed 50 acres each to his daughters Elizabeth, Matilda and Clemencye. As he made no othe disposition of land it seems probable that he had also given 150 acres each to Matilda and Clemencye, althought such deeds are not recorded, as that would have given each of the daughters a third of his patent land.³ Elizabeth was named in her father's will on 14 February 1681/82 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Elizabeth in the will of Tobias Selvey.² Elizabeth was named in her husband's will on 2 November 1710 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as wife Elizabeth in the will of William Fletcher.¹

     Batterton Fletcher was born circa 1694 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Batterton was named in his father's will on 2 November 1710 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son Batterton in the will of William Fletcher, wife Elizabeth.¹ Batterton was named in his brother's will on 13 December 1719 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Batterton Fletcher in the will of Matthew Fletcher.²

     Matthew Fletcher was born circa 1690 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Matthew was named in his father's will on 2 November 1710 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son Mathew in the will of William Fletcher, wife Elizabeth.¹ Matthew made a will on 13 December 1719 at Accomack Co, VA. To Brand Fletcher plantation where I now live containing 150 acres & for want of heirs to William Fletcher. To Batterton Fletcher 50 acres. To sisters Elizabeth Tench, Mary Croucher & Frances Haket. To Phillip Parker, Jr. To Winnfret Parker. To Thomas Fletcher. To Dorothy Parker. To John Shipard. Bros. William, Batterton & Brandon Fletcher residual legatees. Brother William Exr. Witt: Morris Shepheard, Philip Parker, John West.² He died on 5 January 1719/20 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that her will was probated.²

     William Fletcher II was born circa 1678 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ William was named in his father's will on 2 November 1710 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son William in the will of William Fletcher, wife Elizabeth.¹ William was named in his brother's will on 13 December 1719 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as William Fletcher in the will of Matthew Fletcher.² He married Sarah (-----) circa 1720.³ William made a will on 19 May 1729 at Andua Creek, Accomack Co, VA. To wife Sarah Plantation where I now live at the head of Andua Creek for life then to my son Mathew Fletcher. To unborn child. To John Evans. Wife & child or children residual legatees. Wife Exec. - Witt: John Shepherd, Brandon Fletcher, Dorothy Parker.³ He died before 5 August 1729 at Andua Creek, Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated.³

     Frances Fletcher was born circa 1698 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Frances was named in her father's will on 2 November 1710 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Frances Fletcher in the will of William Fletcher, wife Elizabeth.² As of circa 1715,her married name was Haket.¹ She married (-----) Haket circa 1715.¹ Frances was named in her brother's will on 13 December 1719 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as sister Frances Haket in the will of Matthew Fletcher.¹

     Rosannah Fletcher was born circa 1696 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Rosannah was named in her father's will on 2 November 1710 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Rosanah Fletcher in the will of William Fletcher, wife Elizabeth.¹

     Mary Fletcher was born circa 1686 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ As of circa 1705,her married name was Croucher.¹ She married (-----) Croucher circa 1705.¹ Mary was named in her father's will on 2 November 1710 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Mary Croucher in the will of William Fletcher, wife Elizabeth.¹ Mary was named in her brother's will on 13 December 1719 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as sister Mary Croucher in the will of Matthew Fletcher.²

     (-----) Croucher was born circa 1680.¹ He married Mary Fletcher, daughter of William Fletcher I and Elizabeth Selvey, circa 1705.¹

     Elizabeth Fletcher was born circa 1682 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ As of circa 1700,her married name was Hill.¹ She married Francis Hill, son of Henry Hill and Jane (-----), circa 1700 at Accomack Co, VA.² Elizabeth Fletcher sold land in 1710 at tract A64, Loustville, Accomack Co, VA. It was in this year that Francis and Elizabeth Hill sold a prat of tract A64 to John Only, who died intestate in 1722. It was the same land John Perry (wife Jane of Joan) left to his son John, or if he died, then to a son-in-law (step-son) Francis Hill.³ Elizabeth was named in her father's will on 2 November 1710 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Elizabeth Hill in the will of William Fletcher, wife Elizabeth.¹ As of circa 1715,her married name was Tench.⁴ She married (-----) Tench circa 1715.⁴ Elizabeth was named in her brother's will on 13 December 1719 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as sister Elizabeth Tench in the will of Matthew Fletcher.⁴

     Francis Hill was born circa 1675 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Elizabeth Fletcher, daughter of William Fletcher I and Elizabeth Selvey, circa 1700 at Accomack Co, VA.³ His was named in the will of his step-father on 5 September 1708 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son-in-law (step-son) Francis Hill in the will of John Perry, wife Jane.⁴ Francis Hill sold land in 1710 at tract A64, Loustville, Accomack Co, VA. It was in this year that Francis and Elizabeth Hill sold a prat of tract A64 to John Only, who died intestate in 1722. It was the same land John Perry (wife Jane of Joan) left to his son John, or if he died, then to a son-in-law (step-son) Francis Hill.⁵

     Henry Hill was born circa 1650.¹ He married Jane (-----) circa 1675.¹ Henry made a will on 8 October 1688 at Accomack Co, VA. Eldest son Richard. Son Henry. Wife Jane Exec. of the rest of my estate, only giving to each one of the rest of my children one breeding hog as each comes to age. Witt: Daniel Darby, Richard Neblet, Will: Sill.¹ He died before 20 November 1688 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated.¹

     Jane (-----) was born circa 1655.¹ She married Henry Hill circa 1675.¹ As of circa 1675,her married name was Hill.¹ Jane was named in her husband's will on 8 October 1688 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as wife Jane in the will of Henry Hill.¹ As of circa 1690,her married name was Perry.² She married John Perry circa 1690.² Jane was named in her husband's will on 5 September 1708 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as wife Jane in the will of John Perry.²

     John Perry was born circa 1650.¹ He married Jane (-----) circa 1690.¹ John made a will on 5 September 1708 at Accomack Co, VA. To son John (under 21) all my lands after his mother's death. Should he die without issue to my son in law Francis Hill - Wife Jane Exec. Witt: William Custis, William Spiers, Christopher Brooks.¹ He died before 5 October 1708 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated.¹

     John Perry II was born circa 1692 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ John was named in his father's will on 5 September 1708 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son John (under 21) in the will of John Perry, wife Jane.¹

     Mildred (42) Warner was born circa 1670.¹ As of circa 1690,her married name was Washington.¹ She married Lawrence Washington circa 1690.¹ As of circa 1698,her married name was Gale.¹ Mildred (42) Warner married Capt. George Gale circa 1698.¹ Mildred (42) Warner died before 30 January 1700/1.¹ Mildred was buried on 30 January 1700/1 at St. Nicholas, Whitehaven, England.¹

     Lawrence Washington was born in 1659.¹ He married Mildred (42) Warner circa 1690.¹ Lawrence Washington died before 30 April 1698 at Westmoreland Co, VA.¹

     (-----) Tench was born circa 1680.¹ He married Elizabeth Fletcher, daughter of William Fletcher I and Elizabeth Selvey, circa 1715.¹

     (-----) Haket was born circa 1690.¹ He married Frances Fletcher, daughter of William Fletcher I and Elizabeth Selvey, circa 1715.¹

     Sarah (-----) was born circa 1700 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ As of circa 1720,her married name was Fletcher.¹ She married William Fletcher II, son of William Fletcher I and Elizabeth Selvey, circa 1720.¹ Sarah was named in her husband's will on 19 May 1729 at Andua Creek, Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as wife Sarah in the will of William Fletcher.¹ As of circa 1730,her married name was Watson.² She married David Watson (blacksmith or turner?) circa 1730.² On 2 May 1733 in Accomack Court an inventory of various things belonging to the estate of Wm. Fletcher dec'd which were burned in the house of David Watson was presented to the court; Sarah Fletcher and Eliza Chance swore to the list and it was recorded. Upon the motion of Thos. Fletcher and Wm. Meers (securities for the estate of Wm. Fletcher) it was ordered that David Watson (who married the widow of Wm. Fletcher) give security for the estate or deliver it o the Fletcher and Meers, except for the part that had been burned.³ On 6 Sep 1733 at Accomcak Court David Watson and his wife Sarah brought an action of trespass against Josiah Harrison; the jury brought in a special verdict. They found that Tobias Selvey had been granted a patent on 5 April 1666, for 600 acres, of which the plaintiffs' land was part. They found that Selvey deeded 150 acres of the land to Willm. Fletcher and his wife Elizabeth, who was Selvey's daughter. (The jury annexed the patent, deed and Selvey's will.) The jury found that the female plaintiff was widow to the heir at law of Willm. and Elizabeth Fletcher, and as such was possessed of the land, and no dower had been assigned to her by the heir, who, at the time of his death, was using the land in question as his "mannor Plantation." The jury also found that there was an old line between the plaintiffs' land and the defendant's father, which was processioned three times and "was an old Line before that time & that the Defendant on that side of the Line where the plantiffs Plantation lyes cut & carryed away several Timbers." If the law favored the plaintiffs, the jury would award them five shillings sterling in damages. If it favored the defendant, the jury would find for him. The matter of law was to be argued at the next court. And on the same date David Watson and his wife Sarah brought an action of trespass against Joseph Harrison. The jury awarded the plaintiffs one penny sterling in damages. The court noted that the title of the land was in question, and ordered that the plaintiffs recover their full costs and one attorney’s fee. On 9 Nov 1733 it was recorded David Watson and his wife Sarah had brought action of trespass against Josiah Harrison, and a special verdict was reached. After discussing the matter, the court decided the law favored the plaintiffs, who were to recover five shillings sterling in damages. The court was of the opinion that the title of the land had come into question.⁴

     Matthew Fletcher was born circa 1722 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Matthew was named in his father's will on 19 May 1729 at Andua Creek, Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son Mathew Fletcher in the will of William Fletcher, wife Sarah.¹ Matthew made a will on 22 January 1750/51 at Accomack Co, VA. To Bezaleel Watson 125 acres adjcent Harrison's land. To brother in law Daniel Watson 125 acres adjcent Robert Heath. Brother in law Bezaleel Watson & Littleton Scarburgh Major Exrs. Witt: William Meers, John Wells, Perces Watson.² He died before 26 March 1751 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated. West Kellam qualified. The heir-at-law Henry Fletcher consented. West Kellam was sworn as administrator while the named executor (Bezaleel Watson) was a minor.^2,3 He was named in a land cause on 4 May 1813 at Accomack Co, VA. Ejectment Proceedings. Toby Tryright, lessee of Bezelel Watson, William Crowson & Polly his wife, Susy W., George & Betty Martin - vs - Ann Welch, Elizabeth Welch, Margaret R. Welch, William Welch & Sarah Welch, infant children of Elizabeth Welch by Raymond Riley, their guardian, Elizabeth Young, infant child of Thomas Young, John Riley & Susannah, his wife, Euphemia Finney, Henry Parker, William Parker, Levi Rodgers & Euphima, his wife, Jesse Dickerson, Susannah Dickerson, James White, William Ewell, Raymond Riley, Dennis Clayton & Susannah, his wife, Elijah Boggs & Nancy his wife. - - That Matthew Fletcher was seized in fee of and in the premises in the declaration mentioned, and being so thereof seized on the 22 Jan. 1750, made his last will and testament, to-wit: (abstract) To Bezelel Watson 125 acres of land adjoining Harrison's land; to my brother in law Daniel Watson 125 acres of land adjoining upon Robert Keath's land; Brother in law Bezelel Watson & Littleton Scarburgh Major Ex'rs. That Daniel Watson, one of the devisees in said will mentioned, departed this life on the ____ day of Oct. 1811, intestate, leaving the lessors of the plaintiff his only children and heirs at law; that the present defendants are the tenants in possession and heirs at law to the said Matthew Fletcher, and that they entered upon and became seized of the premises upon the death of the said Daniel Watson.⁴ He was named in a land cause on 11 September 1820 at Accomack Co, VA. Ejectment Proceedings. Watson - vs - Mears (John Mears, of Modest John). That Matthew Fletcher, formerly of the County of Accomack, was in his lifetime and at the time of his death, seized in fee of a tract of land containing by estimation 250 acres, and being so seized on the 22 Jan. 1750, made his last will & testament in these words: (abstract) To Bezelell Watson 125 acres of land &c. To my brother in law Daniel Watson 125 acres of land &c. Brother in law Bezelell Watson & Littleton Scarburgh Major Exrs; That the said will was duly proved 26 Mar. 1751; that immediately after the death of the said Matthew Fletcher, Bezelell Watson in said will named, entered upon and became seized of the 125 acres of land devised him in said will, and held the same until his death; that the land in the Court mentioned is a part of the 125 acres devised to and held by the said Bezelel Watson; that the said Bezelel Watson departed this life intestate on the ____ day of ____ 1772, leaving the demandant, William Watson, his eldest son & heir at law; that immediately after the said Bezelel's death a certain Henry Fletcher entered upon and became seized of the said 125 acres devised to the said Bezelel Watson, the said Henry Fletcher claiming the same as heir at law to the said Matthew Fletcher; that the defendant is in possession of 18 acres 2 Rods & 38 Perches of land in the bounds mentioned, agreeable to survey made in this cause, which land is claimed by the defendant under the said Henry Fletcher; that the said Henry Fletcher and those claiming under him have held possession of the said land from the death of the said Bezelel Watson to the present time &c.⁵

     William was named in an unknown person father's will on 19 May 1729 at Andua Creek, Accomack Co, VA. Shown as an unborn child in the will of William Fletcher, wife Sarah.² William Fletcher was born in 1729 at Accomack Co, VA.² William was named in an unknown person uncle's will on 1 November 1736 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as William Fletcher, son of William Fletcher, in the will of Thomas Fletcher, wife no name.³

     Tobias Selvey (Selby?) was born circa 1630.¹ He married (-----) (-----) circa 1655. Tobias Selvey (Selby?) patented land in 1666 at tract A24, south of Pungoteague, Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Tobias Selvey and patented 600 acres.² He deeded land as a gift in 1675 at tract A24, south of Pungoteague, Accomack Co, VA. It was in this year that Tobias Sellvey, Chirurgion, gave 150 acres to his daughter Elizabeth and her husband William Fletcher, and in 1692(sic) he bequeathed 50 acres each to his daughters Elizabeth, Matilda and Clemencye. As he made no othe disposition of land it seems probable that he had also given 150 acres each to Matilda and Clemencye, althought such deeds are not recorded, as that would have given each of the daughters a third of his patent land.² Tobias made a will on 14 February 1681/82 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Tobias Selvey. To daughter Matillda Harrison. To Joseph Harrison (under age) Daus. Climencye Elizabeth & Matillda 50 acres O. To William Allford, if he stays with me until I die & serves his time justly, 1000 £ of tobacco - Three daughters residual legatees & Executrices. Witt: John Smalley, William Alford.¹ He died before 16 February 1681/82 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated.¹

     (-----) (-----) was born circa 1635. She married Tobias Selvey (Selby?) circa 1655. As of circa 1655,her married name was Selvey.

     Matilda Selvey was born circa 1658.¹ As of circa 1675,her married name was Harrison.² She married Arnold Harrison circa 1675.² Matilda was named in her father's will on 14 February 1681/82 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Matilda Harrison in the will of Tobias Selvey.¹

     Arnold Harrison was born circa 1650.¹ He married Matilda Selvey, daughter of Tobias Selvey (Selby?) and (-----) (-----), circa 1675.¹

     Joseph or Josiah Harrison was born circa 1676 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Joseph was named in his grandfather's will on 14 February 1681/82 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Joseph Harrison (under age) in the will of Tobias Selvey.¹

     Climencye Selvey was born circa 1660.¹ As of circa 1680,her married name was Smalley.² She married John Smalley circa 1680.² Climencye was named in her father's will on 14 February 1681/82 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Climencye in the will of Tobias Selvey.¹

     John Smalley was born circa 1650.¹ He married Climencye Selvey, daughter of Tobias Selvey (Selby?) and (-----) (-----), circa 1680.¹ John witnessed a will on 14 February 1681/82 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that John Smalley and William Alford witnessed the will of Tobias Selvey.²

     William Alford was born circa 1660.¹ William was named as a heir in a will on 14 February 1681/82 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as William Allford in the will of Tobias Selvey. If he stays with me until I die & serves his time justly, 1000 lbs tobacco.¹

     David Watson (blacksmith or turner?) was born circa 1700.² He married Sarah (-----) circa 1730.² On 2 May 1733 in Accomack Court an inventory of various things belonging to the estate of Wm. Fletcher dec'd which were burned in the house of David Watson was presented to the court; Sarah Fletcher and Eliza Chance swore to the list and it was recorded. Upon the motion of Thos. Fletcher and Wm. Meers (securities for the estate of Wm. Fletcher) it was ordered that David Watson (who married the widow of Wm. Fletcher) give security for the estate or deliver it o the Fletcher and Meers, except for the part that had been burned.¹ On 6 Sep 1733 at Accomcak Court David Watson and his wife Sarah brought an action of trespass against Josiah Harrison; the jury brought in a special verdict. They found that Tobias Selvey had been granted a patent on 5 April 1666, for 600 acres, of which the plaintiffs' land was part. They found that Selvey deeded 150 acres of the land to Willm. Fletcher and his wife Elizabeth, who was Selvey's daughter. (The jury annexed the patent, deed and Selvey's will.) The jury found that the female plaintiff was widow to the heir at law of Willm. and Elizabeth Fletcher, and as such was possessed of the land, and no dower had been assigned to her by the heir, who, at the time of his death, was using the land in question as his "mannor Plantation." The jury also found that there was an old line between the plaintiffs' land and the defendant's father, which was processioned three times and "was an old Line before that time & that the Defendant on that side of the Line where the plantiffs Plantation lyes cut & carryed away several Timbers." If the law favored the plaintiffs, the jury would award them five shillings sterling in damages. If it favored the defendant, the jury would find for him. The matter of law was to be argued at the next court. And on the same date David Watson and his wife Sarah brought an action of trespass against Joseph Harrison. The jury awarded the plaintiffs one penny sterling in damages. The court noted that the title of the land was in question, and ordered that the plaintiffs recover their full costs and one attorney’s fee. On 9 Nov 1733 it was recorded David Watson and his wife Sarah had brought action of trespass against Josiah Harrison, and a special verdict was reached. After discussing the matter, the court decided the law favored the plaintiffs, who were to recover five shillings sterling in damages. The court was of the opinion that the title of the land had come into question.³

     Daniel Watson was born circa 1732 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ His was named in the will of his step-brother on 22 January 1750/51 at tract A24, south of Pungoteague, Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as brother-in-law (step-brother) Daniel Watson in the will of Matthew Fletcher. He was given 125 acres adjoining Robert Heath.^1,2 He married (-----) (-----) circa 1770. Daniel Watson died in October 1811 at Accomack Co, VA.³ He was named in a land cause on 4 May 1813 at Accomack Co, VA. Ejectment Proceedings. Toby Tryright, lessee of Bezelel Watson, William Crowson & Polly his wife, Susy W., George & Betty Martin - vs - Ann Welch, Elizabeth Welch, Margaret R. Welch, William Welch & Sarah Welch, infant children of Elizabeth Welch by Raymond Riley, their guardian, Elizabeth Young, infant child of Thomas Young, John Riley & Susannah, his wife, Euphemia Finney, Henry Parker, William Parker, Levi Rodgers & Euphima, his wife, Jesse Dickerson, Susannah Dickerson, James White, William Ewell, Raymond Riley, Dennis Clayton & Susannah, his wife, Elijah Boggs & Nancy his wife. - - That Matthew Fletcher was seized in fee of and in the premises in the declaration mentioned, and being so thereof seized on the 22 Jan. 1750, made his last will and testament, to-wit: (abstract) To Bezelel Watson 125 acres of land adjoining Harrison's land; to my brother in law Daniel Watson 125 acres of land adjoining upon Robert Keath's land; Brother in law Bezelel Watson & Littleton Scarburgh Major Ex'rs. That Daniel Watson, one of the devisees in said will mentioned, departed this life on the ____ day of Oct. 1811, intestate, leaving the lessors of the plaintiff his only children and heirs at law; that the present defendants are the tenants in possession and heirs at law to the said Matthew Fletcher, and that they entered upon and became seized of the premises upon the death of the said Daniel Watson.³

     Bezaleel Watson was born circa 1734 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ His was named in the will of his step-brother on 22 January 1750/51 at tract A24, south of Pungoteague, Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as brother-in-law (step-brother) Bezaleel Watson in the will of Matthew Fletcher. He was given 125 acres adjoining Harrison's land and named Extr.^1,2 He was named in the settlement of his step-brother's estate on 26 March 1751 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that the will of Matthew Fletcher was probated. West Kellam qualified. The heir-at-law Henry Fletcher consented. West Kellam was sworn as administrator while the named executor (Bezaleel Watson) was a minor.³ He married (-----) (-----) circa 1760. Bezaleel witnessed a will on 28 September 1762 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Littleton Scarburgh Marjor and Bezaleel Watson witnessed the will of Brandon Fletcher.⁴ He died in 1772 at Accomack Co, VA.⁵ He was named in a land cause on 4 May 1813 at Accomack Co, VA. Ejectment Proceedings. Toby Tryright, lessee of Bezelel Watson, William Crowson & Polly his wife, Susy W., George & Betty Martin - vs - Ann Welch, Elizabeth Welch, Margaret R. Welch, William Welch & Sarah Welch, infant children of Elizabeth Welch by Raymond Riley, their guardian, Elizabeth Young, infant child of Thomas Young, John Riley & Susannah, his wife, Euphemia Finney, Henry Parker, William Parker, Levi Rodgers & Euphima, his wife, Jesse Dickerson, Susannah Dickerson, James White, William Ewell, Raymond Riley, Dennis Clayton & Susannah, his wife, Elijah Boggs & Nancy his wife. - - That Matthew Fletcher was seized in fee of and in the premises in the declaration mentioned, and being so thereof seized on the 22 Jan. 1750, made his last will and testament, to-wit: (abstract) To Bezelel Watson 125 acres of land adjoining Harrison's land; to my brother in law Daniel Watson 125 acres of land adjoining upon Robert Keath's land; Brother in law Bezelel Watson & Littleton Scarburgh Major Ex'rs. That Daniel Watson, one of the devisees in said will mentioned, departed this life on the ____ day of Oct. 1811, intestate, leaving the lessors of the plaintiff his only children and heirs at law; that the present defendants are the tenants in possession and heirs at law to the said Matthew Fletcher, and that they entered upon and became seized of the premises upon the death of the said Daniel Watson.⁶ He was named in a land cause on 11 September 1820 at Accomack Co, VA. Ejectment Proceedings. Watson - vs - Mears (John Mears, of Modest John). That Matthew Fletcher, formerly of the County of Accomack, was in his lifetime and at the time of his death, seized in fee of a tract of land containing by estimation 250 acres, and being so seized on the 22 Jan. 1750, made his last will & testament in these words: (abstract) To Bezelell Watson 125 acres of land &c. To my brother in law Daniel Watson 125 acres of land &c. Brother in law Bezelell Watson & Littleton Scarburgh Major Exrs; That the said will was duly proved 26 Mar. 1751; that immediately after the death of the said Matthew Fletcher, Bezelell Watson in said will named, entered upon and became seized of the 125 acres of land devised him in said will, and held the same until his death; that the land in the Court mentioned is a part of the 125 acres devised to and held by the said Bezelel Watson; that the said Bezelel Watson departed this life intestate on the ____ day of ____ 1772, leaving the demandant, William Watson, his eldest son & heir at law; that immediately after the said Bezelel's death a certain Henry Fletcher entered upon and became seized of the said 125 acres devised to the said Bezelel Watson, the said Henry Fletcher claiming the same as heir at law to the said Matthew Fletcher; that the defendant is in possession of 18 acres 2 Rods & 38 Perches of land in the bounds mentioned, agreeable to survey made in this cause, which land is claimed by the defendant under the said Henry Fletcher; that the said Henry Fletcher and those claiming under him have held possession of the said land from the death of the said Bezelel Watson to the present time &c.⁵

     (-----) (-----) was born circa 1750. She married Daniel Watson, son of David Watson (blacksmith or turner?) and Sarah (-----), circa 1770. As of circa 1770,her married name was Watson.

     (-----) (-----) was born circa 1740. As of circa 1760,her married name was Watson. She married Bezaleel Watson, son of David Watson (blacksmith or turner?) and Sarah (-----), circa 1760.

     William Watson (s/o Bezaleel) was born circa 1762 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He was named in a land cause on 11 September 1820 at Accomack Co, VA. Ejectment Proceedings. Watson - vs - Mears (John Mears, of Modest John). That Matthew Fletcher, formerly of the County of Accomack, was in his lifetime and at the time of his death, seized in fee of a tract of land containing by estimation 250 acres, and being so seized on the 22 Jan. 1750, made his last will & testament in these words: (abstract) To Bezelell Watson 125 acres of land &c. To my brother in law Daniel Watson 125 acres of land &c. Brother in law Bezelell Watson & Littleton Scarburgh Major Exrs; That the said will was duly proved 26 Mar. 1751; that immediately after the death of the said Matthew Fletcher, Bezelell Watson in said will named, entered upon and became seized of the 125 acres of land devised him in said will, and held the same until his death; that the land in the Court mentioned is a part of the 125 acres devised to and held by the said Bezelel Watson; that the said Bezelel Watson departed this life intestate on the ____ day of ____ 1772, leaving the demandant, William Watson, his eldest son & heir at law; that immediately after the said Bezelel's death a certain Henry Fletcher entered upon and became seized of the said 125 acres devised to the said Bezelel Watson, the said Henry Fletcher claiming the same as heir at law to the said Matthew Fletcher; that the defendant is in possession of 18 acres 2 Rods & 38 Perches of land in the bounds mentioned, agreeable to survey made in this cause, which land is claimed by the defendant under the said Henry Fletcher; that the said Henry Fletcher and those claiming under him have held possession of the said land from the death of the said Bezelel Watson to the present time &c.¹

     (-----) (-----) was born circa 1700. She married Thomas Fletcher, son of William Fletcher I and Elizabeth Selvey, circa 1720. As of circa 1720,her married name was Fletcher.

     Jean (-----) was born circa 1705 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married Brandon 'Brand' Fletcher, son of William Fletcher I and Elizabeth Selvey, circa 1725 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ As of circa 1725,her married name was Fletcher.¹ Jean was named in her husband's will on 28 September 1762 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as wife Jean in the will of Brandon Fletcher.¹

     Comfort Fletcher was born circa 1730 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ As of circa 1750,her married name was Heath.² She married Joseph Heath circa 1750.² Comfort was named in her father's will on 28 September 1762 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Comfort Heath in the will of Brandon Fletcher, wife Jean.¹ Comfort was named in her husband's will on 22 June 1765 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as wife Comfort in the will of Joseph Heath.²

     Joseph Heath was born circa 1725 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Comfort Fletcher, daughter of Brandon 'Brand' Fletcher and Jean (-----), circa 1750.¹ Joseph made a will on 22 June 1765 at Accomack Co, VA. To wife Comfort whole estate during her widow To son Fletcher Heath 80 acres adjoining John Walker & James Rodgers. To son Joseph the remainder of my land. Daughters Leah & Margaret Heath residual legatees. Wife Exec. - Witt: Henry Heath, Margaret Heath, Major Charnock.¹ He died before 29 October 1765 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated. Joseph Heath heir at law to the testator.¹

     Joseh Heath was born circa 1752 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Joseh was named in his father's will on 22 June 1765 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son Joseph Heath in the will of Joseph Heath, wife Comfort. He was named heir at law at probate.¹

     Leah Heath was born circa 1754 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Leah was named in her father's will on 22 June 1765 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Leah Heath in the will of Joseph Heath, wife Comfort.¹

     Margaret Heath was born circa 1754 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Margaret was named in her father's will on 22 June 1765 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Margaret Heath in the will of Joseph Heath, wife Comfort.¹

     Pricy Folio was born circa 1779 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ As of circa 1796,her married name was Pusey.¹ She married (-----) Pusey circa 1796.¹ Pricy was named in her father's will on 20 January 1797 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Pricy Pewzicy(sic) in the will of John Folio, wife Pearcy.¹

     (-----) Pusey was born circa 1770.¹ He married Pricy Folio, daughter of John Folio and Pearcy Watson, circa 1796.¹

     Priscilla Pusey was born circa 1798 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Priscilla was named in her grandmother's will on 16 September 1800 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as granddaughter Priscilla Pusey in the will of Percy Folio.¹

     Henry Riley was born circa 1770 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Henry was named in his father's will on 20 March 1786 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son Henry (under age) in the will of Thomas Riley, wife Ann. He was given the plantation where I now live and the marsh at Shores Island.¹ Henry was named in his grandfather's will on 27 September 1794 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as my grandson Henry Riley, son of Thomas Riley dec'd, and given £6 current money.² His was named in the will of his step-mother on 16 April 1809 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Henry Riley in the will of Ann Riley.³

     Thomas Riley was born circa 1774 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Thomas was named in his father's will on 20 March 1786 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son Thomas in the will of Thomas Riley, wife Ann.¹ Thomas was named in his grandfather's will on 27 September 1794 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as one of 5 younger children of my dec'd daughter Ann Riley whose husband Thomas Riley was also dec'd.²

     Ann 'Nancy' Riley was born on 4 December 1781 at Accomack Co, VA.³ Ann was named in her father's will on 20 March 1786 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Anney in the will of Thomas Riley, wife Ann.¹ Ann 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.⁴ Her was named in the will of her step-mother on 16 April 1809 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Ann Riley in the will of Ann Riley.⁵ She married Elijah Boggs, son of John Boggs and Margaret 'Peggy' Smith, on 24 December 1811 at Accomack Co, VA. William Finney was the security on the M.L.B. of Elijah Boggs and Miss Ann Riley.⁶ As of 24 December 1811,her married name was Boggs.⁶ Ann 'Nancy' Riley was named in a land cause on 4 May 1813 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Raymond Riley, Dennis Clayton & Susannah his wife, and Elijah Boggs & Nancy his wife were shown as heirs of Henry Fltecher Sr. (NOTE: Raymond, Susannah and Nancy were children of Ann Fletcher, a dec'd daughter of Henry Fletcher Sr., and wife of Thomas Riley.).² She died on 26 January 1841 at Accomack Co, VA, at age 59.³ Ann was buried at South Side Matchatank Creek, Accomack Co, VA. It is located only about 10 yards south of the edge of Matchatank Creek and farther out the creek then #263 in Mihalyka’s tombstone book. Looking at the map in the back of Jean’s tombstone book, I’d place it under the “M” in Matchatank right on the south edge of the creek.³

     Margaret E. Kellam was born circa 1826 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Margaret was named in her aunt's will on 21 September 1846 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my niece Margaret E. Kellam in the will of Sarah H. Welch.¹

     Euphemia Finney was born circa 1811 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She was named in a land cause on 4 May 1813 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Euphemia Finney, and heir of Henry Fletcher Sr.¹

     Thomas Young was born circa 1775 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Elizabeth Parker, daughter of John Riley Parker and Elizabeth Fletcher, on 27 November 1805 at Accomack Co, VA. James Eichelberger was the security on the M.L.B. of Thomas Young and Elizabeth Parker of John R.¹ Thomas Young was named in a land cause on 4 May 1813 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Elizabeth Young, infant child of Thomas Young, was shown as an heir of Henry Fletcher Sr. (NOTE: Thomas Young had married Elizabeth Parker, a daughter of Elizabeth Fletcher and John Riley Parker, Elizabeth Fletcher being a daughter of Henry Fletcher Sr.).^1,2

     Elizabeth Young was born circa 1806 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She was named in a land cause on 4 May 1813 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Elizabeth Young, infant child of Thomas Young, was shown as an heir of Henry Fletcher Sr. (NOTE: Thomas Young had married Elizabeth Parker, a daughter of Elizabeth Fletcher and John Riley Parker, Elizabeth Fletcher being a daughter of Henry Fletcher Sr.).² As of 29 January 1827,her married name was Hinman.¹ She married Samuel C. Hinman on 29 January 1827 at Accomack Co, VA. Ezekiel Hinman and George Christopher was the security on the M.L.B. of Samuel C. Hinman and Elizabeth Young of Tho.¹

     Samuel C. Hinman was born circa 1805.¹ He married Elizabeth Young, daughter of Thomas Young and Elizabeth Parker, on 29 January 1827 at Accomack Co, VA. Ezekiel Hinman and George Christopher was the security on the M.L.B. of Samuel C. Hinman and Elizabeth Young of Tho.¹

     Jonathan Groten was born circa 1720 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Peggy Chandler, daughter of Hathan Fettaplace Chandler and Rachell Custis, circa 1742.¹ Jonathan witnessed a will on 17 April 1758 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Jonathan Groten, Peggy Groten and Hancock Tayler witnessed the will of William Kendall, wife Mary Ann.³ Jonathan made a will on 10 February 1761 at Accomack Co, VA. Whole estate to my wife to bring up my children. Witt: Lazarus Townsend, John Kendall, James Taylor.¹ He died before 24 February 1761 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated. Peggy Groten qualified.¹ Jonathan was named in his mother's will on 4 July 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Mary Groten named Sabra Lurton, Rachel Trader, Charles Groten, Margaret Groten & Jonathan Groten son(s) & dau(s) of Jonathan Groten as residual legatees in her will.²

     Lazarus Townsend was born circa 1740 at Worcester Co, MD.¹ He married Mary Groten, daughter of William Groten I and Mary Kellam, circa 1761 at Accomack Co, VA.² Lazarus witnessed a will on 10 February 1761 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Lazarus Townsend, John Kendall and James Taylor witnessed the will of Jonathan Groten, wife Peggy. On 24 Feb 1761 Appraisers named: Washbourne Tunnel, Slocomb Blake, Wm Lane and Heathen Fetterplace Chandler (or any three).^1,3 On 1 Apr 1761 in Accomack Court at the suit of Abm Mitchell (attorney: James Henry) against Patrick Dillon, the sheriff summoned Lazarus Townsend and many others who failed to appear. Attachment of contempt was to issue against them.⁴ On 27 Apr 1762 in Accomack Court Ruben Shield (attorney: James Henry),who sued Lazarus Townsend and wife Molly (adm of James Morgan), was to recover 29 shillings and costs. Shield's witnesses: Geo Bonewell (two days), Abigail Shield (three days).² He bought land on 27 July 1762 at tract A176, northwest of Wattsville, Accomack Co, VA. It was in this year that William and Martha Robins sold an unspecified acreage to Thomas Collins. He and his wife Phebe sold to Lazarus Townsend.^5,6 On 27 Jan 1763 in Accomack Court, Lazarus Townsend vs John Pilchard and wife (adm of Jonathan Groten, decd) was continued for trial. Townsend's witnesses: Stephen Townsend, William Bratten and Jean Townsend (all three days).⁷ On 24 Feb 1763 in Accomack Court, Lazarus Townsend vs John Pilchard and wife (adm of Jonathan Groten,
decd) was dismissed after witnesses were heard. Pilchards' witnesses: John
Kendall, Thomas Slocomb and William Finney (three days); for Townsend:
Stephen Townsend, William Bratten and Jean Townsend (three days).⁸ He sold land on 22 August 1764 at tract A176, northwest of Wattsville, Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that that Lazarus Townsend and his wife Mary resold to Joshua Collins. Cost: £13.0.0. Witt: William Beavens, Thomas Townsend and Thomas Collins.^5,9 He was named in a guardian account on 30 August 1770 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Lazerus Townsend (who came before a Justice of the Peace of Worcester County) presented a guardian account for Rachel Groten Morgan, orphan of James Morgan. She had been at school for one month and half.¹⁰ Lazarus made a will on 12 March 1799 at Worcester Co, MD. To wife Mary and daughter Sally. Witt: Thomas Mitchell and McKimmy Hook.¹¹ He died before 30 May 1800 at Worcester Co, MD. It was on this date that his will was probated..¹¹

     Charles Groten was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Charles was named in an unknown person father's will on 10 February 1761 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown only as my children in the will of Jonathan Groton, wife Peggy.¹ Charles was named in an unknown person grandmother's will on 4 July 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Charles Groten, son of Jonathan Groton, in the will of Mary Groten.²

     Hancock Taylor was born circa 1730 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Hancock witnessed a will on 17 April 1758 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Jonathan Groten, Peggy Groten and Hancock Tayler witnessed the will of William Kendall, wife Mary Ann.¹

     Amy (-----) was born circa 1730.¹ As of circa 1748,her married name was Groten.¹ She married William Groten II (carpenter), son of William Groten I and Mary Kellam, circa 1748.¹ Amy was named in her son's will on 5 September 1773 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my mother in the will of Shadrack Groten.² Amy was named in her husband's will on 24 September 1774 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as wife Amy Groten in the will of William Groten.¹ Amy was named in her son's will on 19 February 1777 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my mother in the will of Major Groten.³ Amy was named in her son's will on 6 June 1777 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as as my mother in the will of William Groten.⁴ Amy made a will on 6 February 1788 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Amey Groten, widow of William Groten. To son Zorobabel Groten. To son Jonathan Groten. To daughter Amey Milby negro Polly, she to pay Amey Rodgers, daughter of John Rodgers & my grandaughter, the sum of 12 £ Grandaughter Peggy Hutchinson. To son Edmund Groten. Son Zorobabel Groten & Jonathan Groten Exrs. Witt: John Read, John Mears, son of William.⁵ She died before 27 January 1789 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that her will was probated.⁵

     Edmund Groten was born circa 1770 at Accomack Co, VA. According to a deed when his brother Zorobabel sold land he heired from his brother Edmund, Edmund died under age.^1,2 Edmund was named in his brother's will on 5 September 1773 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as brother Edmund Groten (under age) in the will of Shadrack Groten.³ Edmund was named in his father's will on 24 September 1774 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son Edmund Groten (under age) in the will of William Groten, wife Amy.¹ Edmund was named in his brother's will on 19 February 1777 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as my brother Edmund Groten in the will of Major Groten.⁴ Edmund was named in his brother's will on 6 June 1777 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as brother Edmund Groten in the will of William Groten.⁵ Edmund was named in his mother's will on 6 February 1788 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son Edmund Groten in the will of Amey Groten, widow of William.⁶ He died before 29 September 1789 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Edmund Groton was granted to Zorobabel Groten with George Coleburn security. On 20 Jan 1795 he was shown as Edmund Groten dec'd in the will of John Rodgers. He had left land to Rodgers' under age daughters Amy and Betsey Rodgers.⁷ 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.²