Ann (of Teackle) Warrington1
F, b. circa 1785
| Father | Teackle Warrington1 b. c 1756 | |
| Mother | Ester Northam1 b. c 1756, d. 1802 |
| Last Edited | 19 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1785 | Ann (of Teackle) Warrington was born circa 1785 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Married Name | 23 August 1805 | As of 23 August 1805,her married name was Benston.1 |
| Marriage* | 23 August 1805 | She married Joseph Benston on 23 August 1805 at Accomack Co, VA. Southy Warrington was security on the M.L.B. of Joseph Benson and Ann Warrington of Teackle & Ester Warrington.1 |
Family |
Joseph Benston b. c 1775 |
Citations
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
Joseph Benston1
M, b. circa 1775
| Last Edited | 19 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1775 | Joseph Benston was born circa 1775 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | 23 August 1805 | He married Ann (of Teackle) Warrington, daughter of Teackle Warrington and Ester Northam, on 23 August 1805 at Accomack Co, VA. Southy Warrington was security on the M.L.B. of Joseph Benson and Ann Warrington of Teackle & Ester Warrington.1 |
Family |
Ann (of Teackle) Warrington b. c 1785 |
Citations
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
Elizabeth 'Betsy' Taylor1
F, b. circa 1776
| Father | William Taylor (blacksmith)2 b. c 1740, d. b 27 Oct 1789 | |
| Mother | Rachel Rowley3 b. c 1745, d. b 29 Jun 1812 |
| Last Edited | 2 Feb 2022 |
| Birth* | circa 1776 | Elizabeth 'Betsy' Taylor was born circa 1776 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Chancery suit* | March 1792 | She was named in a chancery suit in March 1792 at Accomack Co, VA. Rachel Taylor filed a chancery suit to permit her to sell some of the slaves of her dec'd husband, William Taylor (who died before 27 Oct 1789), to help support her children. Pages 1-16 include the suit proceedings and pages 17-67 are what is assumed to be William Taylor's account book. Page 2 shows her children as William, Peggy, Betsy, Euphamy, John & Wilson, who were infants (under age 21) when the suit was first submitted. Page 4 shows your orator and oratrix as William Taylor and Rachel Taylor (therefore the oldest son William is probably now over 21). The said William Taylor, dec'd, left a considerable personal estate which has been applied to the payment of his debts. He left the following slaves, to wit: Derry, Will, Nanny, Leah, Southy, Levi, Tagil(?), Harry, Tumar & child, all of which said Negroes now remain in the possession of the said William Taylor's admr, undivided, except Harry, Tumar & her child, which have been sold be decree of the court for the special purpose of maintaining the said William Taylor's young children and your orator & oratrix show that they are entitled to a distributive share of the said Negroes, now undivided. It also states that several of William Taylor's children are infants (under 21) and unable to do any act themselves and also entitled to a share with your orator & oratrix. The premise being considered is that certain persons be appointed to divide and set apart the slaves agreeable to equity & good conscience. Page 5 shows that Peggy Taylor, Betsy Taylor, Euphamey Taylor and Wilson Taylor, infants and children of William Taylor, dec'd, be represented by Wm. Gibb, their guardian, to the complaint of William Taylor and Rachel Taylor. Another listing of the infant children also includes a John Taylor. Page 7 shows that on 5 June 1792 William Downing, John Logan & Geo. Corbin partitioned the slaves of William Taylor (B.S.) (blacksmith) dec'd, among the complainants and respondents (after setting aside the widow's dower) as follows: Slaves to be divided - Derry, Will, Nan, Leiv, Leah, Southey & Sall. They were distributed to Rachel Taylor, William Taylor, Euphamy, Peggy and Wilson. John & Betsey were to receive payments from brother William and sister Euphamy certain amounts to make the values received by all children equitable. Page 9 shows that at the March 1792 court ordered that William Downing, John Gillet, John Logan and George Corbin or any two of them, make partition of the slaves and that William Gibb be appointed guardian to the youngest children of William Taylor for the purpose of answering this bill. Page 13 shows that on 27 Aug 1792 that John Logan, Peter Delastatius & William Downing sold slaves Harry, Thamer & child Leah to Jno. Wharton for a total of £66.10.0. Page 15 shows that the account of sales of the estate of William Taylor was dated 13 Aug 1772. Pages 17-44 of William Taylor's account book shows entries from 1762 thru 1771. Page 46 shows that in 1767 Negroes belonging to George Abbott were hired out, showing the names of the Negroes and to whom they were hired to. Page 49 shows a similar list for 1768. Page 50 shows that on 13 Aug 1773 a bed and furniture was sold. Page 51 shows that on 13 Aug 1772 & 8 Jan 1773 there were other sales include a Negro and land. Page 57 shows a list of credits on 2 Nov 1769 and there are various other entries thru page 67.2 |
| Married Name | 23 September 1800 | As of 23 September 1800,her married name was Benston.1 |
| Marriage* | 23 September 1800 | She married Daniel (of Wm of Ezekiel) Benston, son of William (of Ezekiel) Benston and Sarah Selby (Selby?), on 23 September 1800 at Accomack Co, VA. Isaac Duncan was security on the M.L.B. of Daniel Benston and Betsey Taylor.1 |
| Census w/husband* | 1810 | Elizabeth was listed with her husband in the census of 1810 at Accomack Parish, Accomack Co, VA. She was evidently the 1F26-45 in the household of Daniel Benson, a head of household, age 26-45.4 |
| Will - Mother's* | 18 March 1812 | Elizabeth was named in her mother's will on 18 March 1812 at Accomack Co, VA. In her will Rachel Taylor gave to son William R. Taylor 5 shillings. To daughter Elizabeth Benson ... To granddaughter Rachel Matthews, daughter of Washburn Matthews & Euphamy his wife, … To daughter Euphamy Matthews 5 shillings. To son Wilson Taylor my Negro man Will & … & the remainder. Son Wilson Taylor Extr. Witt: William Watts, John Jones & Henry Gladding.3 |
Family |
Daniel (of Wm of Ezekiel) Benston b. c 1780, d. b 30 Oct 1826 | |
| Children | 1. | John Henry (of Daniel) Benston5 b. c 1802 |
| 2. | Elizabeth Margaret (of Daniel) Benston5 b. c 1804 |
Citations
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S2523] The Library of Virginia, Chancery Cases from Virginia Clerk's Offices, https://www.lva.virginia.gov/chancery/case_detail.asp
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 527 (will of Rachel Taylor).
- [S578] Jody Powell, 1800, 1810, 1820 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 58 (will of Daniel Benson of Worcester Co, MD).
John (of Jms of Ezek) Benston
M, b. circa 1780
| Father | James (of Ezekiel) Benston Jr.1 b. c 1755, d. b 28 Jan 1793 | |
| Mother | Rachel Richardson1 b. c 1755 |
| Last Edited | 1 Dec 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1780 | John (of Jms of Ezek) Benston was born circa 1780 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Marriage* | 9 October 1801 | He married Polly White (widow) on 9 October 1801 at Accomack Co, VA. John Turner was security on the M.L.B. of John Benston and Polly White, widow.2 |
| Land deed named in* | 28 December 1804 | John (of Jms of Ezek) Benston was named in a deed on 28 December 1804 at Tract A167, New Church, Accomack Co, VA. William Benson of James Benson dec'd of the Parish and County of Accomack sold to James Melvin of the same place, for $125, all his proportionable part of 2 undivided tracts of land which fell to him by the death of his father and also by the death of his brother Thomas Benson dec'd and also all right & title in and to him that may or shall fall unto him by or in case of the death of his said brothers James or John Benson. The lands being in the Parish & County of Accomack and the plantation whereon Parker Taylor Junr now lives bounded on the North by lands of James Marshall and others, on the West by lands of Nathaniel Benson and others, on the South by land of James Ardis and others and on the East by lands now or formerly belonging to John Smith and others, containing 110 acres. The other plantation that James Benson dec'd purchased of Jacob Richardson dec'd bounded on the North by the Maryland and Virginia line, on the West and South by lands of James Melvin and the East by the land of Drummond Welburn, particular courses may be ascertained by having reference to a deed from Jacob Richardson to James Benson dec'd, the father of the aforesaid William Benson, containing and now laid out for 39 acres. Witt: Wm. Downing, Samuel Downing, Elias Brodwater, William Watts & James Davis. It was fully proven on 25 Feb 1805 and ordered to be recorded.1 |
| Land bought* | 25 June 1805 | He bought land on 25 June 1805 at Tract A167, New Church, Accomack Co, VA. John Benson of James of the Parish & County of Accomack, bought from James Melvin & wife Nancy of the same place, for $152, James Melvin's right, title & interest & proportionable parts of 2 tracts of land that the said Melvin purchased of William Benson of James which was ordered to be recorded on 25 February 1805.3 |
Family |
Polly White (widow) b. c 1775 |
Citations
Polly White (widow)1
F, b. circa 1775
| Last Edited | 19 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1775 | Polly White (widow) was born circa 1775 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Married Name | 9 October 1801 | As of 9 October 1801,her married name was Benston.1 |
| Marriage* | 9 October 1801 | She married John (of Jms of Ezek) Benston, son of James (of Ezekiel) Benston Jr. and Rachel Richardson, on 9 October 1801 at Accomack Co, VA. John Turner was security on the M.L.B. of John Benston and Polly White, widow.1 |
Family |
John (of Jms of Ezek) Benston b. c 1780 |
Citations
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
Edith Ann Bentson1
F, b. circa 1750
| Last Edited | 20 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1750 | Edith Ann Bentson was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Orphan's account* | 30 August 1757 | She was named in an orphan's account on 30 August 1757 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Edith Ann Benston whose account was submitted by Joseph Feddiman, Guardian. It included paying Slocomb Blake £00.03.06 for 1 month and 17 days of schooling.1 |
Citations
- [S1063] Comp. Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Orphan's Accounts, 1741-1770, p. 31 (Edith Ann Benston to Joseph Feddiman).
Ezekiel Litchfield1
M, b. circa 1725
| Last Edited | 20 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1725 | Ezekiel Litchfield was born circa 1725 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Orphan's account* | 28 August 1759 | He was named in an orphan's account on 28 August 1759 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Hannah Benston whose account was submitted by Ezekiel Litchfield, Guardian. It included cash rec'd of Mary Gowtee £11.11.11.1 |
Citations
- [S1063] Comp. Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Orphan's Accounts, 1741-1770, p. 42 (Hannah Benston, Orphan, to Ezekiel Litchfield Guardian).
Anne (of Sam Jr) Benston1
F, b. circa 1775
| Father | Samuel Benston Jr.1 b. c 1704, d. b 29 Nov 1785 | |
| Mother | Anne (wid of Sam Jr) (-----)1 b. c 1740 |
| Last Edited | 26 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1775 | Anne (of Sam Jr) Benston was born circa 1775 at Accomack Co, VA.1,2 |
| Will - Father's* | 17 June 1781 | Anne was named in her father's will on 17 June 1781 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will Samuel Benston gave to wife Anne whole estate during her widow to bring up my children & then to be divided between my wife & children Azariah, Anne, Joy, Comfort & Amos. Wife Anne Exec. - Witt: Thomas Underhill, Susanna Underhill, Elizabeth Pearson.1 |
| Census w/mother* | 1800 | Anne was listed with her mother in the census of 1800 at St. George Parish, Accomack Co, VA. She may have been one of the 3 females listed with her mother Nancy Benson (MP), age 45+ (b. before 1755). Listed with her were 3F16-26.2 |
| Census head* | 1810 | Anne was listed as a head of household in the census of 1810 at St. George Parish, Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Nancy Benson, a head of household, age 26-45 (b.c. 1765-1785). Listed with her was 1F0-10 and another female age 26-45 and two slaves.2 |
| Census head | 1820 | Anne was listed as a head of household in the census of 1820 at St. George Parish, Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Ann Benson, a head of household, age 45+ (b. before 1775). Listed with her were 1F10-16, 1F26-45 and no slaves.2 |
Joy (of Sam Jr) Benston1
F, b. circa 1777
| Father | Samuel Benston Jr.1 b. c 1704, d. b 29 Nov 1785 | |
| Mother | Anne (wid of Sam Jr) (-----)1 b. c 1740 |
| Last Edited | 26 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1777 | Joy (of Sam Jr) Benston was born circa 1777 at Accomack Co, VA.1,2 |
| Will - Father's* | 17 June 1781 | Joy was named in her father's will on 17 June 1781 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will Samuel Benston gave to wife Anne whole estate during her widow to bring up my children & then to be divided between my wife & children Azariah, Anne, Joy, Comfort & Amos. Wife Anne Exec. - Witt: Thomas Underhill, Susanna Underhill, Elizabeth Pearson.1 |
| Census w/mother* | 1800 | Joy was listed with her mother in the census of 1800 at St. George Parish, Accomack Co, VA. She may have been one of the 3 females listed with her mother Nancy Benson (MP), age 45+ (b. before 1755). Listed with her were 3F16-26.2 |
Comfort (of Sam Jr) Benston1
F, b. circa 1779
| Father | Samuel Benston Jr.1 b. c 1704, d. b 29 Nov 1785 | |
| Mother | Anne (wid of Sam Jr) (-----)1 b. c 1740 |
| Last Edited | 26 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1779 | Comfort (of Sam Jr) Benston was born circa 1779 at Accomack Co, VA.1,2 |
| Will - Father's* | 17 June 1781 | Comfort was named in her father's will on 17 June 1781 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will Samuel Benston gave to wife Anne whole estate during her widow to bring up my children & then to be divided between my wife & children Azariah, Anne, Joy, Comfort & Amos. Wife Anne Exec. - Witt: Thomas Underhill, Susanna Underhill, Elizabeth Pearson.1 |
| Census w/mother* | 1800 | Comfort was listed with her mother in the census of 1800 at St. George Parish, Accomack Co, VA. She may have been one of the 3 females listed with her mother Nancy Benson (MP), age 45+ (b. before 1755). Listed with her were 3F16-26.2 |
Amos (of Sam Jr) Benston1
M, b. circa 1768
| Father | Samuel Benston Jr.1 b. c 1704, d. b 29 Nov 1785 | |
| Mother | Anne (wid of Sam Jr) (-----)1 b. c 1740 |
| Last Edited | 22 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1768 | Amos (of Sam Jr) Benston was born circa 1768 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 17 June 1781 | Amos was named in his father's will on 17 June 1781 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will Samuel Benston gave to wife Anne whole estate during her widow to bring up my children & then to be divided between my wife & children Azariah, Anne, Joy, Comfort & Amos. Wife Anne Exec. - Witt: Thomas Underhill, Susanna Underhill, Elizabeth Pearson.1 |
| Will - Witnessed* | 8 March 1800 | Amos witnessed a will on 8 March 1800 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Nancy Ward, Amos Benson & Golden Ward witnessed the will of Jesse Only who directed his land to be sold and his whole estate to his sister Betsy (Elizabeth Groten) and sister Sarah Onley.2 |
Eleazer (male) Benston1
M, b. circa 1740, d. before 29 January 1793
| Last Edited | 23 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1740 | Eleazer (male) Benston was born circa 1740 at Accomack Co, VA.1,2 |
| Witness paid to be* | 23 February 1763 | Eleazer was paid for being a witness on 23 February 1763 at Accomack Co, VA. Eleazer Benston was a witness for William Kellam. There were many Kellam witnesses.2 |
| Death* | before 29 January 1793 | He died before 29 January 1793 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Eleazer Benston was granted to Charles Richardson with Eli Hornsby security.1 |
Samuel (of Jno) Benston
M, b. 1790
| Father | John Benston b. c 1765, d. b 13 Oct 1818 | |
| Mother | (-----) (-----) b. c 1770 |
| Last Edited | 20 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | 1790 | Samuel (of Jno) Benston was born in 1790 at Worcester Co, MD. |
| Will - Father's* | 9 September 1818 | Samuel was named in his father's will on 9 September 1818 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will John Benson gave to son William, land, a plantation in Sussex Co, Del. where Shadrack Burton lives, tract Collaways Folly. To son Elijah, 100 acre tract Cypress Swamp, bought of Isaac Layfield. To son Gideon, plantation bought of Isaac Layfield. To son Samuel, lands & marsh purchased of the heirs of Thomas Layfield dec'd, manor of Capt. Isaac Layfield dec'd, tract Hog Quarter; & Extr. To wife Esther. To daughters Rachel Layfield and Betsy Long. Witt: Samuel Boston, William Richardson & Polly Boston.1 |
| Will - Step Mother* | 13 October 1834 | His was named in the will of his step-mother on 13 October 1834 at Worcester Co, MD. In her will Esther Benson gave to Hetty B. Richardson, James G. Benson, Edward Benson, William Benson, children of Elijah Benson, all right of Cypress Swamp that was given Elijah Benson and myself by my late husband John Benson. To son-in-law Samuel Benson, Extr. To Thomas Layfield Benson and his brother Robert Benson. To David R. Benson. To Archibald White's children, money in hands of Levin Merrill of Levin. To Edward White, Betsey Matthews & niece Betsey Benson. To half-sister Betsey Dryden. Witt: Samuel Boston, Isaac Layfield and John Boston.2 |
Edward (of Elijah) Benston
M, b. circa 1815
| Father | Elijah (of Jno) Benston b. c 1784 | |
| Mother | Amelia 'Milly' White b. c 1790 |
| Last Edited | 20 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1815 | Edward (of Elijah) Benston was born circa 1815 at Worcester Co, MD. |
| Will - Step-Grmoth's* | 13 October 1834 | Edward was named in his step-grandmother's will on 13 October 1834 at Worcester Co, MD. In her will Esther Benson gave to Hetty B. Richardson, James G. Benson, Edward Benson, William Benson, children of Elijah Benson, all right of Cypress Swamp that was given Elijah Benson and myself by my late husband John Benson. To son-in-law Samuel Benson, Extr. To Thomas Layfield Benson and his brother Robert Benson. To David R. Benson. To Archibald White's children, money in hands of Levin Merrill of Levin. To Edward White, Betsey Matthews & niece Betsey Benson. To half-sister Betsey Dryden. Witt: Samuel Boston, Isaac Layfield and John Boston.1 |
Citations
- [S2248] Ruth Dryden, Worcester Co, MD, Will Book LPS, 1834-1851, p. 5 (will of Esther Benson).
William (of Jonah) Benston1
M, b. circa 1786
| Father | Jonah (of Jonas) Benston (house carpenter)1 b. c 1755, d. b 26 Dec 1796 | |
| Mother | (-----) (-----) b. c 1760 |
| Last Edited | 21 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1786 | William (of Jonah) Benston was born circa 1786 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 10 March 1796 | William was named in his father's will on 10 March 1796 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will Jonah Benson gave to wife Elizabeth. To daughter Betsey "the wheel that was her mother's". To daughter Nancy Benson. To daughter Salley. 6 children Betsey, Nancy, Sally, William, Samuel & Ester. My first wife's clothes to be divided between my 3 daughters Betsey, Nancy & Sally. Bal. of estate together with my land to be sold & after the payment of debts remainder to be divided among my children & wife. Capt. Arthur Robins Exr. Witt: Isma Wyatt, Betsey Benson.1 |
| Est Settm't Father's* | 27 January 1798 | He was named in the settlement of his father's estate on 27 January 1798 at Accomack Co, VA. Estate settlement of Jonas Benson - 27 Jan 1798 (Audit), 4 Apr 1812 (Rec'd) - Arthur Robins Extr. Named in settlement: Tabitha Benson. £147.5.1½ to Elizabeth Benson (widow), Elizabeth Benson, Nancy Benson, Sally Benson, William Benson, Samuel Benson & Esther Benson. Auditors: John Smith & Richard Savage.2 |
(-----) (-----)
F, b. circa 1760
| Last Edited | 21 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1760 | (-----) (-----) was born circa 1760 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Marriage* | circa 1778 | She married Jonah (of Jonas) Benston (house carpenter), son of Jonathan 'Jonas' (of Samuel) Benston Sr. and (-----) (-----), circa 1778 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Married Name | circa 1778 | As of circa 1778,her married name was Benston. |
Family |
Jonah (of Jonas) Benston (house carpenter) b. c 1755, d. b 26 Dec 1796 | |
| Children | 1. | Elizabeth 'Betsey' (of Jonah) Benston b. c 1778 |
| 2. | Ann 'Nancy' (of Jonah) Benston b. c 1780 | |
| 3. | Sally (of Jonah) Benston b. c 1784 | |
| 4. | William (of Jonah) Benston b. c 1786 | |
| 5. | Samuel (of Jonah) Benston+ b. 24 Oct 1788, d. 19 Jan 1855 | |
| 6. | Esther 'Ester' (of Jonah) Benston1 b. c 1790 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 443 (will of Jonah Benson, wife Elizabeth).
Esther 'Ester' (of Jonah) Benston1
F, b. circa 1790
| Father | Jonah (of Jonas) Benston (house carpenter)1 b. c 1755, d. b 26 Dec 1796 | |
| Mother | (-----) (-----)1 b. c 1760 |
| Last Edited | 21 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1790 | Esther 'Ester' (of Jonah) Benston was born circa 1790 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 10 March 1796 | Esther was named in her father's will on 10 March 1796 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will Jonah Benson gave to wife Elizabeth. To daughter Betsey "the wheel that was her mother's". To daughter Nancy Benson. To daughter Salley. 6 children Betsey, Nancy, Sally, William, Samuel & Ester. My first wife's clothes to be divided between my 3 daughters Betsey, Nancy & Sally. Bal. of estate together with my land to be sold & after the payment of debts remainder to be divided among my children & wife. Capt. Arthur Robins Exr. Witt: Isma Wyatt, Betsey Benson.1 |
| Est Settm't Father's* | 27 January 1798 | She was named in the settlement of her father's estate on 27 January 1798 at Accomack Co, VA. Estate settlement of Jonas Benson - 27 Jan 1798 (Audit), 4 Apr 1812 (Rec'd) - Arthur Robins Extr. Named in settlement: Tabitha Benson. £147.5.1½ to Elizabeth Benson (widow), Elizabeth Benson, Nancy Benson, Sally Benson, William Benson, Samuel Benson & Esther Benson. Auditors: John Smith & Richard Savage.2 |
(-----) (-----)
F, b. circa 1710
| Last Edited | 21 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1710 | (-----) (-----) was born circa 1710. |
| Marriage* | circa 1730 | She married Samuel Benston Jr., son of Samuel Benston Sr. and Johannah Watson, circa 1730 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Married Name | circa 1730 | As of circa 1730,her married name was Benston. |
Family |
Samuel Benston Jr. b. c 1704, d. b 29 Nov 1785 | |
| Child | 1. | John (of Sam Jr) Benston b. c 1732 |
William T. (of Sam) Benston1,2
M, b. circa 1813
| Father | Samuel (of Jonah) Benston1 b. 24 Oct 1788, d. 19 Jan 1855 | |
| Mother | Nancy Savage1 b. c 1790 |
| Last Edited | 21 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1813 | William T. (of Sam) Benston was born circa 1813 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1832 | He married Annie W. (-----) circa 1832.1 |
| Death* | William T. (of Sam) Benston died at Accomack Co, VA.2 | |
| Burial* | William was buried at Oak Grove Church Cemetery, between Melfa & Watchapreague, Accomack Co, VA. There is a small, modern looking, joint tombstone at Oak Grove Church Cemetery showing "Annie W. Benson, William T. Benson & Mary G. Benson." There is in this same cemetery the tombstones of Samuel Benson, died 19 Jan 1855, age 66/2/26, who was the proven father of Edward Benston, Patsy's husband and James S. Benson, 4 Oct 1816 - 9 Dec 1876, who was a proven son of Samuel and a brother to Edward Benston. These latter two tombstones were evidently moved from the J.W. Chandler property in N'hamp Co where they were first buried.2 |
Family |
Annie W. (-----) b. c 1813 | |
| Children | 1. | Catherine Ann 'Annie' Benston+1 b. 21 Jun 1833, d. 7 Oct 1906 |
| 2. | John Benston3 b. c 1834 | |
| 3. | Mary G. Benston2 b. c 1836 |
Citations
- [S2984] John LaPrad < and e-mail address, Benson & Turner Family, including the hand written notes of Bettie Kellam Turner (1890-1988), Hand written notes of Bettie Kellam Turner (1890-1988).
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S1975] Frances Bibbins Latimer, 1850 Northampton Co, VA, Census & Mortality Schedule 1850-1880.
Annie W. (-----)1
F, b. circa 1813
| Last Edited | 21 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1813 | Annie W. (-----) was born circa 1813 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1832 | As of circa 1832,her married name was Benston.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1832 | She married William T. (of Sam) Benston, son of Samuel (of Jonah) Benston and Nancy Savage, circa 1832.1 |
| Death* | Annie W. (-----) died at Accomack Co, VA.2 | |
| Burial* | Annie was buried at Oak Grove Church Cemetery, between Melfa & Watchapreague, Accomack Co, VA. There is a small, modern looking, joint tombstone at Oak Grove Church Cemetery showing "Annie W. Benson, William T. Benson & Mary G. Benson." There is in this same cemetery the tombstones of Samuel Benson, died 19 Jan 1855, age 66/2/26, who was the proven father of Edward Benston, Patsy's husband and James S. Benson, 4 Oct 1816 - 9 Dec 1876, who was a proven son of Samuel and a brother to Edward Benston. These latter two tombstones were evidently moved from the J.W. Chandler property in N'hamp Co where they were first buried.2 |
Family |
William T. (of Sam) Benston b. c 1813 | |
| Children | 1. | Catherine Ann 'Annie' Benston+1 b. 21 Jun 1833, d. 7 Oct 1906 |
| 2. | John Benston3 b. c 1834 | |
| 3. | Mary G. Benston2 b. c 1836 |
Citations
- [S2984] John LaPrad < and e-mail address, Benson & Turner Family, including the hand written notes of Bettie Kellam Turner (1890-1988), Hand written notes of Bettie Kellam Turner (1890-1988).
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S1975] Frances Bibbins Latimer, 1850 Northampton Co, VA, Census & Mortality Schedule 1850-1880.
Mary G. Benston1
F, b. circa 1836
| Father | William T. (of Sam) Benston1 b. c 1813 | |
| Mother | Annie W. (-----)1 b. c 1813 |
| Last Edited | 21 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1836 | Mary G. Benston was born circa 1836 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Death* | She died at Accomack Co, VA.1 | |
| Burial* | Mary was buried at Oak Grove Church Cemetery, between Melfa & Watchapreague, Accomack Co, VA. There is a small, modern looking, joint tombstone at Oak Grove Church Cemetery showing "Annie W. Benson, William T. Benson & Mary G. Benson." There is in this same cemetery the tombstones of Samuel Benson, died 19 Jan 1855, age 66/2/26, who was the proven father of Edward Benston, Patsy's husband and James S. Benson, 4 Oct 1816 - 9 Dec 1876, who was a proven son of Samuel and a brother to Edward Benston. These latter two tombstones were evidently moved from the J.W. Chandler property in N'hamp Co where they were first buried.1 |
Citations
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
Tabitha Benston1
F, b. circa 1750
| Last Edited | 21 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1750 | Tabitha Benston was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Est Settm't Named In* | 27 January 1798 | She was named in an estate settlement on 27 January 1798 at Accomack Co, VA. Estate settlement of Jonas Benson - 27 Jan 1798 (Audit), 4 Apr 1812 (Rec'd) - Arthur Robins Extr. Named in settlement: Tabitha Benson. £147.5.1½ to Elizabeth Benson (widow), Elizabeth Benson, Nancy Benson, Sally Benson, William Benson, Samuel Benson & Esther Benson. Auditors: John Smith & Richard Savage.1 |
Citations
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 59 (settlement of Jonas Benson, Arthur Robins Extr).
James Benston1
M, b. 1818, d. 1890
| Father | Charles Benston1 b. c 1790 | |
| Mother | Rachel (-----)1 b. c 1800 |
| Last Edited | 21 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | 1818 | James Benston was born in 1818 at Talbot Co, MD.2 |
| Marriage* | circa 1849 | He married Elizabeth A. (-----) circa 1849 at Talbot Co, MD.3 |
| Census head* | 20 July 1850 | James was listed as a head of household in the census of 20 July 1850 at St. Michaels, Talbot Co, MD. HH#80 was headed by James Benson, a 32 year old shoe merchant. Listed with him were Eliz'th Benson, age 24; Charles E. Benson, age 7; Mary V. Benson, age 4; George A. Benson, age 2; Eliz'th R. Benson, age 0; George R. Rafue(?), 27 year old boot maker; Charles A. Smithman, a 21 year old boot maker; Susan A. Benson, age 22; Wm. T. Smith, a 16 year old boot maker and Harry Simpson, age 52.4 |
| Census head* | 1860 | James was listed as a head of household in the census of 1860 at Bay Hundred, Talbot Co, MD. HH#1690 was headed by James Benson, age 42. Listed with him were the following Bensons: Elizabeth A., age 37; Charles E., age 18; Mary V., age 14; Georgiana, age 12; Annie S., age 9; Sallie D., age 5; and J. Theodore, age 3.5 |
| Death* | 1890 | He died in 1890 at Talbot Co, MD.2 |
| Burial* | James was buried at Mount Olivet Cemetery, St. Michaels, Talbot Co, MD.2 |
Family |
Elizabeth A. (-----) b. 1822, d. 1861 |
Citations
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 59 (will of Richard Benson, wife Charlotte).
- [S2259] findagrave.com, MEMORIAL ID 115053556 (James Benson).
- [S2259] findagrave.com, MEMORIAL ID 115053747 (Elizabeth A. Benson).
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1850 Federal Census, Talbot Co, MD.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1860 Federal Census, Talbot Co, MD.
Elizabeth A. (-----)1
F, b. 1822, d. 1861
| Last Edited | 21 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | 1822 | Elizabeth A. (-----) was born in 1822 at Talbot Co, MD.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1849 | As of circa 1849,her married name was Benston.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1849 | She married James Benston, son of Charles Benston and Rachel (-----), circa 1849 at Talbot Co, MD.1 |
| Census w/husband* | 20 July 1850 | Elizabeth was listed with her husband in the census of 20 July 1850 at St. Michaels, Talbot Co, MD. HH#80 was headed by James Benson, a 32 year old shoe merchant. Listed with him were Eliz'th Benson, age 24; Charles E. Benson, age 7; Mary V. Benson, age 4; George A. Benson, age 2; Eliz'th R. Benson, age 0; George R. Rafue(?), 27 year old boot maker; Charles A. Smithman, a 21 year old boot maker; Susan A. Benson, age 22; Wm. T. Smith, a 16 year old boot maker and Harry Simpson, age 52.2 |
| Census w/husband | 1860 | Elizabeth was listed with her husband in the census of 1860 at St. Michaels, Talbot Co, MD. HH#1690 was headed by James Benson, age 42. Listed with him were the following Bensons: Elizabeth A., age 37; Charles E., age 18; Mary V., age 14; Georgiana, age 12; Annie S., age 9; Sallie D., age 5; and J. Theodore, age 3.3 |
| Death* | 1861 | She died in 1861 at Talbot Co, MD.1 |
| Burial* | Elizabeth was buried at Mount Olivet Cemetery, St. Michaels, Talbot Co, MD.1 |
Family |
James Benston b. 1818, d. 1890 | |
| Marriage* | circa 1849 | She married James Benston, son of Charles Benston and Rachel (-----), circa 1849 at Talbot Co, MD.1 |
Howard Savage1
M, b. circa 1825
| Last Edited | 21 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1825 | Howard Savage was born circa 1825 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Will - Mentioned in* | 5 September 1854 | Howard was mentioned in a will on 5 September 1854 at Belle Haven, Accomack Co, VA. In his will Richard Benson of Bellehaven, directed that his clerk shall continue the business of my store for 6 months to dispose of the goods thereof … & I have full confidence in Mr. Howard Savage my present clerk. To wife Charlotte … Estate & Negroes to be sold, but not to leave the Eastern Shore of Virginia. To my son Edmund James ½ of the proceeds of my estate & if he dies before arriving at lawful age, then to my sisters Mary Catharine & Susan Ann. To my son Everett Esgate(?) the remainder & if he dies before arriving at lawful age, then to my son Edmund James. If they both die under age, then to my sisters Mary Catharine & Susan Ann. My brother James Benson of Talbot County, Maryland guardian of my son Edmund James during his minority. Son Edmund James to be carried to Talbot County to reside among his relations. Mr. George H. Adair of Bellhaven Extr. Witt: Sydney W. Kellam - Bellhaven, Obadiah P. Twiford - Accomack County & Joshua E. Humphreys - Bellhaven. Prob: James M. Savage, Levi D. Dix, Obadiah P. Twiford & John W. Colonna securities.1 |
Citations
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 59 (will of Richard Benson, wife Charlotte).
Edmund James Benston1
M, b. circa 1854
| Father | Richard Benston1 b. c 1821, d. b 25 Sep 1854 | |
| Mother | Charlotte Ann Scherer1 b. c 1817 |
| Birth* | circa 1854 | Edmund James Benston was born circa 1854 at Belle Haven, Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 5 September 1854 | Edmund was named in his father's will on 5 September 1854 at Belle Haven, Accomack Co, VA. In his will Richard Benson of Bellehaven, directed that his clerk shall continue the business of my store for 6 months to dispose of the goods thereof … & I have full confidence in Mr. Howard Savage my present clerk. To wife Charlotte … Estate & Negroes to be sold, but not to leave the Eastern Shore of Virginia. To my son Edmund James ½ of the proceeds of my estate & if he dies before arriving at lawful age, then to my sisters Mary Catharine & Susan Ann. To my son Everett Esgate(?) the remainder & if he dies before arriving at lawful age, then to my son Edmund James. If they both die under age, then to my sisters Mary Catharine & Susan Ann. My brother James Benson of Talbot County, Maryland guardian of my son Edmund James during his minority. Son Edmund James to be carried to Talbot County to reside among his relations. Mr. George H. Adair of Bellhaven Extr. Witt: Sydney W. Kellam - Bellhaven, Obadiah P. Twiford - Accomack County & Joshua E. Humphreys - Bellhaven. Prob: James M. Savage, Levi D. Dix, Obadiah P. Twiford & John W. Colonna securities.1 |
Citations
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 59 (will of Richard Benson, wife Charlotte).
Susan Ann Benston1
F, b. circa 1833
| Father | Charles Benston1 b. c 1790 | |
| Mother | Rachel (-----)1 b. c 1800 |
| Last Edited | 21 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1833 | Susan Ann Benston was born circa 1833 at Maryland.1 |
| Will - Brother's* | 5 September 1854 | Susan was named in her brother's will on 5 September 1854 at Belle Haven, Accomack Co, VA. In his will Richard Benson of Bellehaven, directed that his clerk shall continue the business of my store for 6 months to dispose of the goods thereof … & I have full confidence in Mr. Howard Savage my present clerk. To wife Charlotte … Estate & Negroes to be sold, but not to leave the Eastern Shore of Virginia. To my son Edmund James ½ of the proceeds of my estate & if he dies before arriving at lawful age, then to my sisters Mary Catharine & Susan Ann. To my son Everett Esgate(?) the remainder & if he dies before arriving at lawful age, then to my son Edmund James. If they both die under age, then to my sisters Mary Catharine & Susan Ann. My brother James Benson of Talbot County, Maryland guardian of my son Edmund James during his minority. Son Edmund James to be carried to Talbot County to reside among his relations. Mr. George H. Adair of Bellhaven Extr. Witt: Sydney W. Kellam - Bellhaven, Obadiah P. Twiford - Accomack County & Joshua E. Humphreys - Bellhaven. Prob: James M. Savage, Levi D. Dix, Obadiah P. Twiford & John W. Colonna securities.1 |
Citations
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 59 (will of Richard Benson, wife Charlotte).
Sarah Selby (Selby?)1
F, b. circa 1753, d. before 27 December 1830
| Last Edited | 26 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1753 | Sarah Selby (Selby?) was born circa 1753 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Married Name | circa 1773 | As of circa 1773,her married name was Benston.2 |
| Marriage* | circa 1773 | She married William (of Ezekiel) Benston, son of Ezekiel Benston and Ann (-----), circa 1773 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Census w/husband* | 1800 | Sarah was listed with her husband in the census of 1800 at Accomack Parish, Accomack Co, VA. She was evidently the 1F45+ in the household of William Benson (WILLIS ISL), a head of household, age 45+ (b. before 1755). Listed with him were 1M10-16, 1F10-16, 1F16-26, 1F26-45 and 1F45+.3 |
| Will - Husb's* | 6 March 1805 | Sarah was named in her husband's will on 6 March 1805 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will William Benson gave to wife Sarah Benson plantation whereon I now live except a small piece of woodland on the market road … & also use of timber & privilage of use of land in Green Swamp & also 1/3 part of personal estate. To son William Benson 6 acres in Green Swamp & if he dies, then land to son Selby Benson. To son Nathaniel Benson 3 shillings & no more. To son Daniel Benson 6 acres. To son Selby Benson a mare. To daughters Euphamy, Sally & Asenath Benson a small piece of land. To 3 daughters 2/3 of personal property. Son Nathaniel Benson Extr. Witt: William Feddeman, Samuel Miles & John Benson. Prob: William Feddeman & James Collins securities.1 |
| Census head* | 1810 | Sarah was listed as a head of household in the census of 1810 at Accomack Parish, Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Sarah Benson, a head of household, age 45+ (b. before 1765). Listed with her was 1M16-26, 1F16-26 and no slaves.3 |
| Will* | 27 October 1827 | Sarah made a will on 27 October 1827 at Accomack Co, VA. In her will Sarah Benson gave to my grandson John H. Benson my land conditioned by his giving my daughters Fanny Benson & Sarah Benson 15 bushels of marketable corn yearly during their lives. All the rest to my daughters Fanny Benson & Sarah Benson & that there be no administration on my estate. Witt: John C. Snead, William Mason & John Pilchard.4 |
| Death* | before 27 December 1830 | She died before 27 December 1830 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that her will was proved.4 |
Family |
William (of Ezekiel) Benston b. c 1753, d. b 1 Oct 1805 | |
| Marriage* | circa 1773 | She married William (of Ezekiel) Benston, son of Ezekiel Benston and Ann (-----), circa 1773 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Children | 1. | Nathaniel (of Wm of Ezekiel) Benston2 b. c 1774 |
| 2. | William W. (of Wm of Ezekiel) Benston1 b. c 1776 | |
| 3. | Selby (of Wm of Ezekiel) Benston1 b. c 1778 | |
| 4. | Daniel (of Wm of Ezekiel) Benston+1 b. c 1780, d. b 30 Oct 1826 | |
| 5. | Euphamy 'Fanny' (of Wm of Ezekiel) Benston+1 b. c 1782 | |
| 6. | Sarah 'Sally' (of Wm of Ezekiel) Benston1 b. c 1784 | |
| 7. | Azenith (of Wm of Ezekiel) Benston1 b. c 1786 |
Citations
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 60 (will of William Benson, wife Sarah).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 282 (will of Nathaniel Benston).
- [S578] Jody Powell, 1800, 1810, 1820 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 59 (will of Sarah Benson).
Selby (of Wm of Ezekiel) Benston1
M, b. circa 1778
| Father | William (of Ezekiel) Benston1 b. c 1753, d. b 1 Oct 1805 | |
| Mother | Sarah Selby (Selby?)1 b. c 1753, d. b 27 Dec 1830 |
| Last Edited | 21 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1778 | Selby (of Wm of Ezekiel) Benston was born circa 1778 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 6 March 1805 | Selby was named in his father's will on 6 March 1805 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will William Benson gave to wife Sarah Benson plantation whereon I now live except a small piece of woodland on the market road … & also use of timber & privilage of use of land in Green Swamp & also 1/3 part of personal estate. To son William Benson 6 acres in Green Swamp & if he dies, then land to son Selby Benson. To son Nathaniel Benson 3 shillings & no more. To son Daniel Benson 6 acres. To son Selby Benson a mare. To daughters Euphamy, Sally & Asenath Benson a small piece of land. To 3 daughters 2/3 of personal property. Son Nathaniel Benson Extr. Witt: William Feddeman, Samuel Miles & John Benson. Prob: William Feddeman & James Collins securities.1 |
Citations
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 60 (will of William Benson, wife Sarah).
Euphamy 'Fanny' (of Wm of Ezekiel) Benston1,2
F, b. circa 1782
| Father | William (of Ezekiel) Benston1 b. c 1753, d. b 1 Oct 1805 | |
| Mother | Sarah Selby (Selby?)1 b. c 1753, d. b 27 Dec 1830 |
| Last Edited | 1 Dec 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1782 | Euphamy 'Fanny' (of Wm of Ezekiel) Benston was born circa 1782 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 6 March 1805 | Euphamy was named in her father's will on 6 March 1805 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will William Benson gave to wife Sarah Benson plantation whereon I now live except a small piece of woodland on the market road … & also use of timber & privilage of use of land in Green Swamp & also 1/3 part of personal estate. To son William Benson 6 acres in Green Swamp & if he dies, then land to son Selby Benson. To son Nathaniel Benson 3 shillings & no more. To son Daniel Benson 6 acres. To son Selby Benson a mare. To daughters Euphamy, Sally & Asenath Benson a small piece of land. To 3 daughters 2/3 of personal property. Son Nathaniel Benson Extr. Witt: William Feddeman, Samuel Miles & John Benson. Prob: William Feddeman & James Collins securities.1 |
| Land bought* | 4 April 1818 | She bought land on 4 April 1818 at Accomack Parish, Accomack Co, VA. George Matthews Jr. & Assenath his wife of the County of Accomack sold to Euphama & Salla Benson of the same place for $15 all his undivided right, title and interest in and to that lott of land lying in Accomack County devised by William Benson dec'd to his 3 daughters Euphama, Salla & Assenath Benson, beginning at a marked Iron oak standing a the corner of William U. Benson's fence and by the side of the Marshall Road and thence running Northwardly to a poplar and continuing a direct course Northwardly to the watercourse of the branch & from thence running Southwardly by & with the Watercourse of the said branch & binding on George Merrill's land to the Market Road, thence running Westwardly by & with the said Market Road to the beginning. Signed: George (his X mark) Matthews & Assenath (her X mark) Matthews. Witt: J. Gillett, James Melvin, Josiah Doughty & Jms. Marshall of Wm.3 |
| Will - Mother's* | 27 October 1827 | Euphamy was named in her mother's will on 27 October 1827 at Accomack Co, VA. In her will Sarah Benson gave to my grandson John H. Benson my land conditioned by his giving my daughters Fanny Benson & Sarah Benson 15 bushels of marketable corn yearly during their lives. All the rest to my daughters Fanny Benson & Sarah Benson & that there be no administration on my estate. Witt: John C. Snead, William Mason & John Pilchard.2 |
| Census head* | 1830 | Euphamy was listed as a head of household in the census of 1830 at Accomack Parish, Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Euphamia Benson, a head of household, age 40-50 (b.c. 1780-1790). Listed with her was 1F15-20.4 |
| Land sold* | 2 April 1835 | She sold land on 2 April 1835 at Accomack Parish, Accomack Co, VA. Euphamy Benson, Esineth Matthews, John H. Benson and Mary his wife, John Massey guardian of Mary A. Benson of Accomack County, Virginia & James Sturgis and Elizabeth his wife of Worcester County, Maryland sold to Joseph Feddeman of the Parish & County of Accomck for $85.37 land bounded Northerly and Easterly by lands belonging to the heirs of Elisha G. Merrill dec'd, Southerly by lands of John W. Feddeman & the County road leading from the Chincoteauge Baptist Meeting house to Swans Gut Bridge & Westwardly by other lands of the said Joseph Feddeman, containing 5 acres. Signed: Euphamy (her X mark) Benson, Esineth (her X mark) Matthews, John H. Benson, Mary E. Benson & John Massey Gd to Mary A. Benson. On 31 Oct 1837 this deed with the certificates of acknowledgement thereof thereto annexed was received in the Clerk's Office this day and admitted to record.5 |
Family |
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| Child | 1. | (dau of Euph?) Benston4 b. c 1818 |
Citations
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 60 (will of William Benson, wife Sarah).
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 59 (will of Sarah Benson).
- [S616] Virginia Accomack County, Accomack Co, VA, Deeds, No. 016, 1817-1818, p. 384.
- [S580] Jody Powell, 1830 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S2116] Accomack Co, VA, Deeds, No. 029, 1837-1839, p. 139.
Sarah 'Sally' (of Wm of Ezekiel) Benston1,2
F, b. circa 1784
| Father | William (of Ezekiel) Benston1 b. c 1753, d. b 1 Oct 1805 | |
| Mother | Sarah Selby (Selby?)1 b. c 1753, d. b 27 Dec 1830 |
| Last Edited | 26 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1784 | Sarah 'Sally' (of Wm of Ezekiel) Benston was born circa 1784 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 6 March 1805 | Sarah was named in her father's will on 6 March 1805 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will William Benson gave to wife Sarah Benson plantation whereon I now live except a small piece of woodland on the market road … & also use of timber & privilage of use of land in Green Swamp & also 1/3 part of personal estate. To son William Benson 6 acres in Green Swamp & if he dies, then land to son Selby Benson. To son Nathaniel Benson 3 shillings & no more. To son Daniel Benson 6 acres. To son Selby Benson a mare. To daughters Euphamy, Sally & Asenath Benson a small piece of land. To 3 daughters 2/3 of personal property. Son Nathaniel Benson Extr. Witt: William Feddeman, Samuel Miles & John Benson. Prob: William Feddeman & James Collins securities.1 |
| Land bought* | 4 April 1818 | She bought land on 4 April 1818 at Accomack Parish, Accomack Co, VA. George Matthews Jr. & Assenath his wife of the County of Accomack sold to Euphama & Salla Benson of the same place for $15 all his undivided right, title and interest in and to that lott of land lying in Accomack County devised by William Benson dec'd to his 3 daughters Euphama, Salla & Assenath Benson, beginning at a marked Iron oak standing a the corner of William U. Benson's fence and by the side of the Marshall Road and thence running Northwardly to a poplar and continuing a direct course Northwardly to the watercourse of the branch & from thence running Southwardly by & with the Watercourse of the said branch & binding on George Merrill's land to the Market Road, thence running Westwardly by & with the said Market Road to the beginning. Signed: George (his X mark) Matthews & Assenath (her X mark) Matthews. Witt: J. Gillett, James Melvin, Josiah Doughty & Jms. Marshall of Wm.3 |
| Will - Mother's* | 27 October 1827 | Sarah was named in her mother's will on 27 October 1827 at Accomack Co, VA. In her will Sarah Benson gave to my grandson John H. Benson my land conditioned by his giving my daughters Fanny Benson & Sarah Benson 15 bushels of marketable corn yearly during their lives. All the rest to my daughters Fanny Benson & Sarah Benson & that there be no administration on my estate. Witt: John C. Snead, William Mason & John Pilchard.2 |
Citations
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 60 (will of William Benson, wife Sarah).
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 59 (will of Sarah Benson).
- [S616] Virginia Accomack County, Accomack Co, VA, Deeds, No. 016, 1817-1818, p. 384.
Azenith (of Wm of Ezekiel) Benston1,2
F, b. circa 1786
| Father | William (of Ezekiel) Benston1 b. c 1753, d. b 1 Oct 1805 | |
| Mother | Sarah Selby (Selby?)1 b. c 1753, d. b 27 Dec 1830 |
| Last Edited | 26 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1786 | Azenith (of Wm of Ezekiel) Benston was born circa 1786 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 6 March 1805 | Azenith was named in her father's will on 6 March 1805 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will William Benson gave to wife Sarah Benson plantation whereon I now live except a small piece of woodland on the market road … & also use of timber & privilage of use of land in Green Swamp & also 1/3 part of personal estate. To son William Benson 6 acres in Green Swamp & if he dies, then land to son Selby Benson. To son Nathaniel Benson 3 shillings & no more. To son Daniel Benson 6 acres. To son Selby Benson a mare. To daughters Euphamy, Sally & Asenath Benson a small piece of land. To 3 daughters 2/3 of personal property. Son Nathaniel Benson Extr. Witt: William Feddeman, Samuel Miles & John Benson. Prob: William Feddeman & James Collins securities.1 |
| Married Name | 30 November 1807 | As of 30 November 1807,her married name was Matthews.2 |
| Marriage* | 30 November 1807 | She married George Matthews Jr. on 30 November 1807 at Accomack Co, VA. Nathaniel Benston was security on the M.L.B. of George Mathews and Azenith Benston.2 |
| Land sold* | 4 April 1818 | Azenith (of Wm of Ezekiel) Benston sold land on 4 April 1818 at Accomack Parish, Accomack Co, VA. George Matthews Jr. & Assenath his wife of the County of Accomack sold to Euphama & Salla Benson of the same place for $15 all his undivided right, title and interest in and to that lott of land lying in Accomack County devised by William Benson dec'd to his 3 daughters Euphama, Salla & Assenath Benson, beginning at a marked Iron oak standing a the corner of William U. Benson's fence and by the side of the Marshall Road and thence running Northwardly to a poplar and continuing a direct course Northwardly to the watercourse of the branch & from thence running Southwardly by & with the Watercourse of the said branch & binding on George Merrill's land to the Market Road, thence running Westwardly by & with the said Market Road to the beginning. Signed: George (his X mark) Matthews & Assenath (her X mark) Matthews. Witt: J. Gillett, James Melvin, Josiah Doughty & Jms. Marshall of Wm.3 |
| Land sold | 2 April 1835 | She sold land on 2 April 1835 at Accomack Parish, Accomack Co, VA. Euphamy Benson, Esineth Matthews, John H. Benson and Mary his wife, John Massey guardian of Mary A. Benson of Accomack County, Virginia & James Sturgis and Elizabeth his wife of Worcester County, Maryland sold to Joseph Feddeman of the Parish & County of Accomck for $85.37 land bounded Northerly and Easterly by lands belonging to the heirs of Elisha G. Merrill dec'd, Southerly by lands of John W. Feddeman & the County road leading from the Chincoteauge Baptist Meeting house to Swans Gut Bridge & Westwardly by other lands of the said Joseph Feddeman, containing 5 acres. Signed: Euphamy (her X mark) Benson, Esineth (her X mark) Matthews, John H. Benson, Mary E. Benson & John Massey Gd to Mary A. Benson. On 31 Oct 1837 this deed with the certificates of acknowledgement thereof thereto annexed was received in the Clerk's Office this day and admitted to record.4 |
Family |
George Matthews Jr. b. c 1780 |
Citations
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 60 (will of William Benson, wife Sarah).
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S616] Virginia Accomack County, Accomack Co, VA, Deeds, No. 016, 1817-1818, p. 384.
- [S2116] Accomack Co, VA, Deeds, No. 029, 1837-1839, p. 139.
John Henry (of Daniel) Benston1
M, b. circa 1802
| Father | Daniel (of Wm of Ezekiel) Benston1 b. c 1780, d. b 30 Oct 1826 | |
| Mother | Elizabeth 'Betsy' Taylor1 b. c 1776 |
| Last Edited | 27 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1802 | John Henry (of Daniel) Benston was born circa 1802 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 11 August 1824 | John was named in his father's will on 11 August 1824 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will Daniel Benson of Worcester Co, MD, gave to son John Henry Benson all land purchased of my brother William Benson in Accomack County & ... To daughter Elizabeth Margaret Benson 50 acres purchased of Gustavus White that formerly belonged to Benjamin Polk & ... Negro man Levi be free 4 years from the last day of Dec 1824. Friend Jonathan Cluff Extr. Witt: Jonadale Lawrence, Sally Riggin & William Jones. Prob: John Massey became the Admr. (with Jonathan Cluff & Sarah Benson relinquishing) with William Laws & John Jackson securities.1 |
| Will - GrMoth's* | 27 October 1827 | John was named in his grandmother's will on 27 October 1827 at Accomack Co, VA. In her will Sarah Benson gave to my grandson John H. Benson my land conditioned by his giving my daughters Fanny Benson & Sarah Benson 15 bushels of marketable corn yearly during their lives. All the rest to my daughters Fanny Benson & Sarah Benson & that there be no administration on my estate. Witt: John C. Snead, William Mason & John Pilchard.2 |
| Land bought* | 9 July 1831 | He bought land on 9 July 1831 at Tract A167, New Church, Accomack Co, VA. William W. Benson and Rachel his wife of the County of Parke in the state of Indiana sold to John H. Benson of the County of Accomack for $300 land being in Accomack County containing 80 acres beginning at the South East corner at an Iron Oak tree, thence running North to a Poplar tree, from thence North to the center of a branch commonly called the Unpassable Branch, thence West with the center of the aforesaid branch until opposite to a black gum and a small oak near the south side of the said branch, on the West by William Bevans land, thence running until it intersects George Deshields land, thence running along Fitterman's land on the South running with said Fitterman's line to an Iron oak, from thence to a large hickory, and from thence to the place of beginning. Signed: William W. Benson & Rachel Benson of Parke County, Indiana. Signed by John G. Davis for Wallice Rea, Clk of Court at Rockville on 12 July 1831. On 1 Sept 1831 it was admitted to record in Accomack Court.3,4 |
| Marriage* | 13 September 1831 | He married Mary E. Payne on 13 September 1831 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown as John H. Benston and Mary Payne.5 |
| Land sold | 6 April 1832 | John Henry (of Daniel) Benston sold land on 6 April 1832 at Accomack Parish, Accomack Co, VA. John H. Benson & Mary his wife of Accomack County sold to Thomas Walters of the same place for $225 two-thirds of an undivided tract in the Parish & County of Accomack bounded Northerly by lands formerly belonging to William M. Benson dec'd, Eastwardly by lands of George H. and Levin M. Dashiell, Southwardly by lands of Oliver Logan and Westwardly by lands of James W. Melvin and by the lands which formerly belonged to William M. Beavans dec'd. Signed John H. Benson & Mary E. Benson. On 30 May 1832 this deed from John H. Benson & Mary E. his wife to Thomas Walters with the certificates of acknowledgment thereof there to annexed was received in my office this day and admitted to record.6 |
| Land sold* | 6 April 1832 | He sold land on 6 April 1832 at Accomack Parish, Accomack Co, VA. John H. Benson & Mary his wife of the County of Accomack sold to Joseph Feddeman of the same county for $430 a tract of land containing 75 acres in the Parish & County of Accomack bounded Northerly by lands of Elisha G. Merrill & Oliver Logan, Eastwardly by lands of said Merrill and the said Joseph Feddeman and Westwardly by lands of George H. & Levin M. Dashiell and Oliver Logan. Signed John H. Benson & Mary E. Benson. No witnesses shown. On 1 May 1832 this deed from John H. Benson & Mary E. his wife to Joseph Feddeman with the certificate of acknowledgement thereof thereto annexed was received in my office this day and admitted to record.7 |
| Land sold | 2 April 1835 | He sold land on 2 April 1835 at Accomack Parish, Accomack Co, VA. Euphamy Benson, Esineth Matthews, John H. Benson and Mary his wife, John Massey guardian of Mary A. Benson of Accomack County, Virginia & James Sturgis and Elizabeth his wife of Worcester County, Maryland sold to Joseph Feddeman of the Parish & County of Accomck for $85.37 land bounded Northerly and Easterly by lands belonging to the heirs of Elisha G. Merrill dec'd, Southerly by lands of John W. Feddeman & the County road leading from the Chincoteauge Baptist Meeting house to Swans Gut Bridge & Westwardly by other lands of the said Joseph Feddeman, containing 5 acres. Signed: Euphamy (her X mark) Benson, Esineth (her X mark) Matthews, John H. Benson, Mary E. Benson & John Massey Gd to Mary A. Benson. On 31 Oct 1837 this deed with the certificates of acknowledgement thereof thereto annexed was received in the Clerk's Office this day and admitted to record.8 |
| Land deed named in* | 11 April 1835 | He was named in a deed on 11 April 1835 at Accomack Co, VA. James Coulburn & Elizabeth his wife, John W. Taylor & Margaret his wife, William R. Mathews, John Feddeman and Rachel his wife, Michael R. Whealton & Nancy his wife, Sarah Mathews, Frederick Mathews, John H. Benson & Mary his wife, Southey Taylor & Wise his wife, Colmore Taylor & Elizabeth his wife, William Broughton & Margaret his wife of the Parish & County of Accomack sold to Peter Delestatious of the same place for $250 their interest, right & title to the land of which Narcissa Delestatious died seized of 2 tracts, the one which she inherited from her father Wilson Taylor dec'd, which land the said Wilson bought of Jesse Gladding & wife, containing 60 acres bounded Northerly by the land of said Peter Delestatious, Southerly by land deeded by the said Peter Delestatious to the said Narcissa, Eastwardly by land of John Custis Senr and Sally his wife & Westwardly by land of Henry Sivlerthorn dec'd heirs. The other tract of land which the said Peter Delestatious deeded to Solomon Marshall & Marshall deeded to the said Narcissa, containing 18 acres, bounded Northerly by the above described 60 acre ____ and Westwardly by land of Henry Silverthron dec'd heirs, and Eastwardly by land of John Custis & Sally his wife's land. On 29 March 1844 this deed from James Coleburn & others to Peter Delastatious with certificates and acknowledgement was received in the Clerk's Office and admitted to record.9 |
Family |
Mary E. Payne b. c 1810 | |
| Marriage* | 13 September 1831 | He married Mary E. Payne on 13 September 1831 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown as John H. Benston and Mary Payne.5 |
Citations
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 58 (will of Daniel Benson of Worcester Co, MD).
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 59 (will of Sarah Benson).
- [S572] Ralph T. Whitelaw, Virginia's Eastern Shore (A History of Northampton and Accomack Counties), p. 1309 (tract A167).
- [S515] , p. 244.
- [S594] Jody Powell, Worcester Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1795-1865.
- [S515] , p. 484.
- [S515] , p. 440.
- [S2116] Accomack Co, VA, Deeds, No. 029, 1837-1839, p. 139.
- [S943] VA Accomack Co, Accomack Co, VA, Deeds, No. 033, 1843-1844, p. 640.
Elizabeth Margaret (of Daniel) Benston1
F, b. circa 1804
| Father | Daniel (of Wm of Ezekiel) Benston1 b. c 1780, d. b 30 Oct 1826 | |
| Mother | Elizabeth 'Betsy' Taylor1 b. c 1776 |
| Last Edited | 26 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1804 | Elizabeth Margaret (of Daniel) Benston was born circa 1804 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 11 August 1824 | Elizabeth was named in her father's will on 11 August 1824 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will Daniel Benson of Worcester Co, MD, gave to son John Henry Benson all land purchased of my brother William Benson in Accomack County & ... To daughter Elizabeth Margaret Benson 50 acres purchased of Gustavus White that formerly belonged to Benjamin Polk & ... Negro man Levi be free 4 years from the last day of Dec 1824. Friend Jonathan Cluff Extr. Witt: Jonadale Lawrence, Sally Riggin & William Jones. Prob: John Massey became the Admr. (with Jonathan Cluff & Sarah Benson relinquishing) with William Laws & John Jackson securities.1 |
| Married Name | 19 November 1833 | As of 19 November 1833,her married name was Sturgis.2 |
| Marriage | 19 November 1833 | She married James Sturgis on 19 November 1833 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown as James Sturgis and Margaret Benson.2 |
| Land sold* | 2 April 1835 | Elizabeth Margaret (of Daniel) Benston sold land on 2 April 1835 at Accomack Parish, Accomack Co, VA. Euphamy Benson, Esineth Matthews, John H. Benson and Mary his wife, John Massey guardian of Mary A. Benson of Accomack County, Virginia & James Sturgis and Elizabeth his wife of Worcester County, Maryland sold to Joseph Feddeman of the Parish & County of Accomck for $85.37 land bounded Northerly and Easterly by lands belonging to the heirs of Elisha G. Merrill dec'd, Southerly by lands of John W. Feddeman & the County road leading from the Chincoteauge Baptist Meeting house to Swans Gut Bridge & Westwardly by other lands of the said Joseph Feddeman, containing 5 acres. Signed: Euphamy (her X mark) Benson, Esineth (her X mark) Matthews, John H. Benson, Mary E. Benson & John Massey Gd to Mary A. Benson. On 31 Oct 1837 this deed with the certificates of acknowledgement thereof thereto annexed was received in the Clerk's Office this day and admitted to record.3 |
Eliza Polk1
F, b. circa 1800
| Last Edited | 26 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1800 | Eliza Polk was born circa 1800 at Worcester Co, VA.1 |
| Married Name | 6 April 1818 | As of 6 April 1818,her married name was Benston.1 |
| Marriage* | 6 April 1818 | She married Daniel (of Wm of Ezekiel) Benston, son of William (of Ezekiel) Benston and Sarah Selby (Selby?), on 6 April 1818 at Worcester Co, VA. They were shown as Daniel Benston and Eliza Polk.1 |
| Lived* | 8 January 1820 | Eliza Polk lived on 8 January 1820 at Worcester Co, MD.2 |
| Land sold* | 8 January 1820 | She sold land on 8 January 1820 at Accomack Parish, Accomack Co, VA. Daniel Benson and his wife Eliza Benson of the County of Worcester, Maryland sold to Wilson Broughton of the Parish & County of Accomack, Virginia for $475 a parcel of land near Pocomoke Church in the parish & county of Accomack and which the said Daniel Benson bought of John Taylor containing 33 acres bounded on the North and East & South by the lands of Joseph Fiddeman and West by great road leading from Pocomoke Church to the Baptist Church which is called Jincoteague Church. Signed: Daniel Benson & Eliza Benson. Witt: T. Holmes, Wm. Seymour, Thos D. Welbourn & Walter D. Bayne. On 1 April 1823 this deed and the acknowledgement by Eliza Benson was recorded.2 |
Family |
Daniel (of Wm of Ezekiel) Benston b. c 1780, d. b 30 Oct 1826 |
Sarah Riggin1
F, b. circa 1800
| Last Edited | 26 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1800 | Sarah Riggin was born circa 1800 at Worcester Co, VA.1 |
| Married Name | 13 January 1825 | As of 13 January 1825,her married name was Benston.1 |
| Marriage* | 13 January 1825 | She married Daniel (of Wm of Ezekiel) Benston, son of William (of Ezekiel) Benston and Sarah Selby (Selby?), on 13 January 1825 at Worcester Co, VA. They were shown as Daniel Benston and Sarah Riggin.1 |
| Est Settm't Husb's* | 30 October 1826 | Sarah Riggin was named in her husband's estate settlement on 30 October 1826 at Accomack Co, VA. When her husband Daniel Benston's estate was settled John Massey became the Admr. (with Jonathan Cluff & Sarah Benson relinquishing) with William Laws & John Jackson securities.2 |
Family |
Daniel (of Wm of Ezekiel) Benston b. c 1780, d. b 30 Oct 1826 | |
| Child | 1. | Mary Adaline (of Daniel) Benston3 b. c 1825 |
George Matthews Jr.1,2
M, b. circa 1780
| Last Edited | 26 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1780 | George Matthews Jr. was born circa 1780 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | 30 November 1807 | He married Azenith (of Wm of Ezekiel) Benston, daughter of William (of Ezekiel) Benston and Sarah Selby (Selby?), on 30 November 1807 at Accomack Co, VA. Nathaniel Benston was security on the M.L.B. of George Mathews and Azenith Benston.1 |
| Land sold* | 4 April 1818 | George Matthews Jr. sold land on 4 April 1818 at Accomack Parish, Accomack Co, VA. George Matthews Jr. & Assenath his wife of the County of Accomack sold to Euphama & Salla Benson of the same place for $15 all his undivided right, title and interest in and to that lott of land lying in Accomack County devised by William Benson dec'd to his 3 daughters Euphama, Salla & Assenath Benson, beginning at a marked Iron oak standing a the corner of William U. Benson's fence and by the side of the Marshall Road and thence running Northwardly to a poplar and continuing a direct course Northwardly to the watercourse of the branch & from thence running Southwardly by & with the Watercourse of the said branch & binding on George Merrill's land to the Market Road, thence running Westwardly by & with the said Market Road to the beginning. Signed: George (his X mark) Matthews & Assenath (her X mark) Matthews. Witt: J. Gillett, James Melvin, Josiah Doughty & Jms. Marshall of Wm.2 |
Family |
Azenith (of Wm of Ezekiel) Benston b. c 1786 |
John B. (of Wm) Taylor1
M, b. circa 1810
| Last Edited | 21 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1810 | John B. (of Wm) Taylor was born circa 1810 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | 29 May 1839 | He married Elizabeth Benston on 29 May 1839 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown as John B. Taylor of Wm. and Elizabeth Benson.1 |
Family |
Elizabeth Benston b. c 1810 |
Citations
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
Elizabeth Benston1
F, b. circa 1810
| Last Edited | 21 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1810 | Elizabeth Benston was born circa 1810 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Married Name | 29 May 1839 | As of 29 May 1839,her married name was Taylor.1 |
| Marriage* | 29 May 1839 | She married John B. (of Wm) Taylor on 29 May 1839 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown as John B. Taylor of Wm. and Elizabeth Benson.1 |
Family |
John B. (of Wm) Taylor b. c 1810 |
Citations
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
Covington Townsend
M, b. circa 1775
| Last Edited | 21 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1775 | Covington Townsend was born circa 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Marriage* | 28 May 1799 | He married Nancy 'Nanney' (of Jno) Benston, daughter of John Benston and Esther Sandford, on 28 May 1799 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown as Covington Townsend and Nancy Benson.1 |
Family |
Nancy 'Nanney' (of Jno) Benston b. c 1784 |
Citations
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
Nancy 'Nanney' (of Jno) Benston1,2
F, b. circa 1784
| Father | John Benston2 b. c 1752, d. b 24 Dec 1811 | |
| Mother | Esther Sandford2 b. c 1760, d. b 11 Nov 1795 |
| Last Edited | 22 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1784 | Nancy 'Nanney' (of Jno) Benston was born circa 1784 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Will - Aunt's* | 11 November 1795 | Nancy was named in her aunt's will on 11 November 1795 at Accomack Co, VA. In her will Elizabeth Sanford gave to Cemmey Benston, son of John Benston, 10 acres of my land adjcent John Sandford - Sister Ann Sandford to have the use of said land for 7 years. All the remainder of my land & marsh to my sister Ann Sandford. To Hettey, Nanney, Betsey & John Benson, children of John Benson. To John Benson. To brother John Sanford. Sister Ann Sanford residual legatee. Brother Thomas Sanford. Ann Sanford Exec. - Witt: Thomas Fletcher, Tabitha Silverthorn. In order of probate: Selby Lucas qualified.2 |
| Married Name | 28 May 1799 | As of 28 May 1799,her married name was Townsend.1 |
| Marriage* | 28 May 1799 | She married Covington Townsend on 28 May 1799 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown as Covington Townsend and Nancy Benson.1 |
Family |
Covington Townsend b. c 1775 |
Molly Benston
F, b. circa 1765
| Last Edited | 21 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1765 | Molly Benston was born circa 1765 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Married Name | 30 January 1788 | As of 30 January 1788,her married name was Collins.1 |
| Marriage* | 30 January 1788 | She married William Collins on 30 January 1788 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown as William Collins and Molly Benston.1 |
Family |
William Collins b. c 1760 |
Citations
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
William Collins1
M, b. circa 1760
| Last Edited | 21 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1760 | William Collins was born circa 1760 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | 30 January 1788 | He married Molly Benston on 30 January 1788 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown as William Collins and Molly Benston.1 |
Family |
Molly Benston b. c 1765 |
Citations
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
Polly Benston1
F, b. circa 1800
| Last Edited | 21 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1800 | Polly Benston was born circa 1800 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Married Name | 3 August 1820 | As of 3 August 1820,her married name was Broadwater.1 |
| Marriage* | 3 August 1820 | She married Southy Broadwater on 3 August 1820 at Accomack Co, VA. Savage Broadwater and George D. Chandler were security on the M.L.B. of Southy Broadwater, widower, and Polly Benston.1 |
Family |
Southy Broadwater b. c 1795 |
Citations
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
Theresa A. (-----)1
F, b. 1897, d. 1957
| Last Edited | 21 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | 1897 | Theresa A. (-----) was born in 1897 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1920 | As of circa 1920,her married name was Benston.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1920 | She married Alfred L. Benston, son of Patrick Henry Benston and Cordelia 'Delia' Laton Evans, circa 1920 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Burial* | Theresa was buried at Main Ridge, Tangier Island, Accomack Co, VA.1 | |
| Death* | 1957 | She died in 1957 at Tangier Island, Accomack Co, VA.1 |
Family |
Alfred L. Benston b. 29 Jan 1893, d. 1963 |
Citations
- [S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
Eli Benston1
M, b. 1768, d. 29 April 1797
| Father | James Benston Sr.1 b. 3 Mar 1735, d. 30 Oct 1797 | |
| Mother | Scarburgh (-----)1 b. c 1750, d. b 30 Sep 1811 |
| Last Edited | 21 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | 1768 | Eli Benston was born in 1768 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Death* | 29 April 1797 | He died on 29 April 1797 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Burial* | Eli was buried at Benson Cemetery, Southwest of Messongo Bridge, Accomack Co, VA. The tombstone book shows the following Bensons in this cemetery: James Benson Sr., 3 Mar 1735 - 30 Oct 1797; James Benson, died 6 May 1797 aged 28 years and Eli Benson, died 29 Apr 1797 aged 26 years.1 |
Citations
- [S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
James Benston1
M, b. 1769, d. 6 May 1797
| Father | James Benston Sr.1 b. 3 Mar 1735, d. 30 Oct 1797 | |
| Mother | Scarburgh (-----)1 b. c 1750, d. b 30 Sep 1811 |
| Last Edited | 21 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | 1769 | James Benston was born in 1769 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Death* | 6 May 1797 | He died on 6 May 1797 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Burial* | James was buried at Southwest of Messongo Bridge, Accomack Co, VA. The tombstone book shows the following Bensons in this cemetery: James Benson Sr., 3 Mar 1735 - 30 Oct 1797; James Benson, died 6 May 1797 aged 28 years and Eli Benson, died 29 Apr 1797 aged 26 years.1 |
Citations
- [S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
Rachel Rowley1
F, b. circa 1745, d. before 29 June 1812
| Father | William Rowley2 b. c 1702, d. b 26 May 1747 | |
| Mother | Margaret (-----)2 b. c 1720 |
| Last Edited | 3 Feb 2022 |
| Birth* | circa 1745 | Rachel Rowley was born circa 1745 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Will - Father's* | 29 March 1747 | Rachel was named in her father's will on 29 March 1747 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will William Rowley gave to daughter Rachel Rowley 200 acres where I now live which I bought of William Daniel, also 50 acres purchased of Charles Dickason adjcent the said 200 acres. To brother Arthur Rowley. To brother Richard Rowley 150 acres purchased of Charles Dickason, provided he will make over in the room or stead of his part of his father's estate to my wife Margaret Rowley, the plantation where I now live during her widow To daughter Rachel whole personal estate not before given. Wife Margaret & brother Arthur Exrs. Witt: Joseph Robins, John Field, John Townsend - In order of prob: Anderson Patterson guardian to Rachel Rowley, Inf't. heir at law to the testator.2 |
| Land inherited* | 1747 | She inherited land in 1747 at tract A177, New Church - Wattsville, Accomack Co, VA. William Rowley (wife Margaret) left 50 acres of this land (which was the south part of the tract) to a daughter Rachel, and the other 150 acres acres to a brother Richard, under certain conditions; whether Richard did not comply or died is uncertain, but it all became owned by Rachel, who married William Taylor. In 1783 the Taylors deeded to their son John, but retained a life interest.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1770 | As of circa 1770,her married name was Taylor. |
| Marriage* | circa 1770 | She married William Taylor (blacksmith) circa 1770 at Accomack Co, VA.3 |
| Land deeded from* | 7 April 1783 | Rachel Rowley deeded land on 7 April 1783 at tract A177, New Church - Wattsville, Accomack Co, VA. This Indenture between William Taylor & wife Rachel and son William Rowley Taylor (son of the aforesaid), for one shilling sell the plantation whereon William Taylor and Rachel his wife now live, after their decease, being 200 acres more or less, adjoining Samuel Beavens and William Patterson.4 |
| Land deeded from | 7 April 1783 | She deeded land on 7 April 1783 at tract A177, New Church - Wattsville, Accomack Co, VA. This indenture between William Taylor and wife Rachel and son John Taylor, for one shilling sell the plantation whereon Parker Taylor now dwells, adjoining Samuel Beavens and William Patterson, being 200 acres more or less, after the decease of the aforsd William Taylor and Rachel his wife.5 |
| Est Settm't Husb's | 27 October 1789 | She was named in her husband's estate settlement on 27 October 1789 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of William Taylor blacksmith was granted to Rachel Taylor & Samuel Henderson with Joseph Feddeman & William Downing securities.3 |
| Chancery suit* | March 1792 | She was named in a chancery suit in March 1792 at Accomack Co, VA. Rachel Taylor filed a chancery suit to permit her to sell some of the slaves of her dec'd husband, William Taylor (who died before 27 Oct 1789), to help support her children. Pages 1-16 include the suit proceedings and pages 17-67 are what is assumed to be William Taylor's account book. Page 2 shows her children as William, Peggy, Betsy, Euphamy, John & Wilson, who were infants (under age 21) when the suit was first submitted. Page 4 shows your orator and oratrix as William Taylor and Rachel Taylor (therefore the oldest son William is probably now over 21). The said William Taylor, dec'd, left a considerable personal estate which has been applied to the payment of his debts. He left the following slaves, to wit: Derry, Will, Nanny, Leah, Southy, Levi, Tagil(?), Harry, Tumar & child, all of which said Negroes now remain in the possession of the said William Taylor's admr, undivided, except Harry, Tumar & her child, which have been sold be decree of the court for the special purpose of maintaining the said William Taylor's young children and your orator & oratrix show that they are entitled to a distributive share of the said Negroes, now undivided. It also states that several of William Taylor's children are infants (under 21) and unable to do any act themselves and also entitled to a share with your orator & oratrix. The premise being considered is that certain persons be appointed to divide and set apart the slaves agreeable to equity & good conscience. Page 5 shows that Peggy Taylor, Betsy Taylor, Euphamey Taylor and Wilson Taylor, infants and children of William Taylor, dec'd, be represented by Wm. Gibb, their guardian, to the complaint of William Taylor and Rachel Taylor. Another listing of the infant children also includes a John Taylor. Page 7 shows that on 5 June 1792 William Downing, John Logan & Geo. Corbin partitioned the slaves of William Taylor (B.S.) (blacksmith) dec'd, among the complainants and respondents (after setting aside the widow's dower) as follows: Slaves to be divided - Derry, Will, Nan, Leiv, Leah, Southey & Sall. They were distributed to Rachel Taylor, William Taylor, Euphamy, Peggy and Wilson. John & Betsey were to receive payments from brother William and sister Euphamy certain amounts to make the values received by all children equitable. Page 9 shows that at the March 1792 court ordered that William Downing, John Gillet, John Logan and George Corbin or any two of them, make partition of the slaves and that William Gibb be appointed guardian to the youngest children of William Taylor for the purpose of answering this bill. Page 13 shows that on 27 Aug 1792 that John Logan, Peter Delastatius & William Downing sold slaves Harry, Thamer & child Leah to Jno. Wharton for a total of £66.10.0. Page 15 shows that the account of sales of the estate of William Taylor was dated 13 Aug 1772. Pages 17-44 of William Taylor's account book shows entries from 1762 thru 1771. Page 46 shows that in 1767 Negroes belonging to George Abbott were hired out, showing the names of the Negroes and to whom they were hired to. Page 49 shows a similar list for 1768. Page 50 shows that on 13 Aug 1773 a bed and furniture was sold. Page 51 shows that on 13 Aug 1772 & 8 Jan 1773 there were other sales include a Negro and land. Page 57 shows a list of credits on 2 Nov 1769 and there are various other entries thru page 67.6 |
| Census head* | 1800 | Rachel was listed as a head of household in the census of 1800 at Accomack Parish, Accomack Co, VA. The HH was headed by Rachel Taylor (WLM) (B.S.), age 45+ (b. before 1755). Listed with her were 1M10-16, 2M16-26, 2F16-26 and 4 slaves.7 |
| Est Sale Purchaser* | 26 December 1805 | She made a purchase at an estate sale on 26 December 1805 at Accomack Co, VA. Estate settlement of Southey Taylor - 11 Jun 1805 & 26 Dec 1805 (Sale), 28 Sep 1807 (Order to Audit), 26 Sep 1808 (Rec'd) - Buyers: Ephraim Taylor, Rachel Taylor, James Taylor, Phany Taylor, Nehemiah Taylor, William R. Taylor & William Taylor. Negro Leah to be hired out for 2 years.8 |
| Census head | 1810 | Rachel was listed as a head of household in the census of 1810 at Accomack Parish, Accomack Co, VA. The HH was headed by Rachel Taylor age 45+ (b. before 1765). Listed with her were 2M0-10, 1M16-26, 1F26-45 and 4 slaves.7 |
| Will* | 18 March 1812 | Rachel made a will on 18 March 1812 at Accomack Co, VA. In her will Rachel Taylor gave to son William R. Taylor 5 shillings. To daughter Elizabeth Benson ... To granddaughter Rachel Matthews, daughter of Washburn Matthews & Euphamy his wife, … To daughter Euphamy Matthews 5 shillings. To son Wilson Taylor my Negro man Will & … & the remainder. Son Wilson Taylor Extr. Witt: William Watts, John Jones & Henry Gladding.9 |
| Death* | before 29 June 1812 | She died before 29 June 1812 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that her will was proved.9 |
Family |
William Taylor (blacksmith) b. c 1740, d. b 27 Oct 1789 | |
| Marriage* | circa 1770 | She married William Taylor (blacksmith) circa 1770 at Accomack Co, VA.3 |
| Children | 1. | William Rowley Taylor+9 b. c 1770 |
| 2. | Peggy Taylor6 b. c 1774 | |
| 3. | Elizabeth 'Betsy' Taylor+9 b. c 1776 | |
| 4. | Euphamy Taylor+9 b. c 1778, d. b 11 Apr 1835 | |
| 5. | John Taylor6 b. c 1780 | |
| 6. | Wilson Taylor+9 b. c 1782, d. b 22 Feb 1813 |
Citations
- [S572] Ralph T. Whitelaw, Virginia's Eastern Shore (A History of Northampton and Accomack Counties), p. 1342 (tract A177).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 148 (will of William Rowley, wife Margaret).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 371 (adm of Wiliam Taylor to Rachel Taylor).
- [S632] Virginia Accomack County, Accomack Co, VA, Deeds, No. 006, 1783-1788, p. 4 (Wm & Rachel Taylor to Wm Rowley Taylor).
- [S632] Virginia Accomack County, Accomack Co, VA, Deeds, No. 006, 1783-1788, p. 6 (Wm & Rachel Taylor to John Taylor).
- [S2523] The Library of Virginia, Chancery Cases from Virginia Clerk's Offices, https://www.lva.virginia.gov/chancery/case_detail.asp
- [S578] Jody Powell, 1800, 1810, 1820 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 530 (settlement of Southey Taylor).
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 527 (will of Rachel Taylor).
Rachel (of Washburn) Matthews1
F, b. circa 1808
| Father | Washburn Matthews1 b. c 1780, d. b 23 Nov 1839 | |
| Mother | Euphamy Taylor1 b. c 1778, d. b 11 Apr 1835 |
| Charts | Descendants of Anthony West (First Families of Virginia) | |
| Last Edited | 27 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1808 | Rachel (of Washburn) Matthews was born circa 1808 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Will - GrMoth's* | 18 March 1812 | Rachel was named in her grandmother's will on 18 March 1812 at Accomack Co, VA. In her will Rachel Taylor gave to son William R. Taylor 5 shillings. To daughter Elizabeth Benson ... To granddaughter Rachel Matthews, daughter of Washburn Matthews & Euphamy his wife, … To daughter Euphamy Matthews 5 shillings. To son Wilson Taylor my Negro man Will & … & the remainder. Son Wilson Taylor Extr. Witt: William Watts, John Jones & Henry Gladding.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1830 | As of circa 1830,her married name was Feddeman.2,3 |
| Marriage* | circa 1830 | She married John Feddeman, son of Joseph Feddeman, circa 1830 at Accomack Co, VA.2,3 |
| Land deed named in* | 11 April 1835 | Rachel (of Washburn) Matthews was named in a deed on 11 April 1835 at Accomack Co, VA. James Coulburn & Elizabeth his wife, John W. Taylor & Margaret his wife, William R. Mathews, John Feddeman and Rachel his wife, Michael R. Whealton & Nancy his wife, Sarah Mathews, Frederick Mathews, John H. Benson & Mary his wife, Southey Taylor & Wise his wife, Colmore Taylor & Elizabeth his wife, William Broughton & Margaret his wife of the Parish & County of Accomack sold to Peter Delestatious of the same place for $250 their interest, right & title to the land of which Narcissa Delestatious died seized of 2 tracts, the one which she inherited from her father Wilson Taylor dec'd, which land the said Wilson bought of Jesse Gladding & wife, containing 60 acres bounded Northerly by the land of said Peter Delestatious, Southerly by land deeded by the said Peter Delestatious to the said Narcissa, Eastwardly by land of John Custis Senr and Sally his wife & Westwardly by land of Henry Sivlerthorn dec'd heirs. The other tract of land which the said Peter Delestatious deeded to Solomon Marshall & Marshall deeded to the said Narcissa, containing 18 acres, bounded Northerly by the above described 60 acre ____ and Westwardly by land of Henry Silverthron dec'd heirs, and Eastwardly by land of John Custis & Sally his wife's land. On 29 March 1844 this deed from James Coleburn & others to Peter Delastatious with certificates and acknowledgement was received in the Clerk's Office and admitted to record.2 |
| Will - Father's* | 5 April 1838 | Rachel was named in her father's will on 5 April 1838 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will Washburn Matthews gave to son Frederick Silvester my Negro boy Elijah but if he dies without heirs, then to my daughter Sally Wilson & if she dies without an heir, then to my son Samuel. To son Frederick Silvester ... To daughter Sally Wilson my Negro woman Sarah but if she dies without an heir, then to my son Frederick Silvester & if he dies without an heir, then to my son Samuel. Also to my daughter Sally Wilson ... To son Samuel ... To my grandson John William Feddeman $20. To my daughter Nancy Whealton 5 shillings. Remainder to 4 of my children Samuel, Rachael, Sally Wilson & Frederick Silvester. Son Samuel Extr. Witt: Thomas W. Hargis, John Massey & Benjamin Townsend. Prob: John Massey & Henry Gladding securities. His will was partly proved on 23 Nov 1839 and fully proved on 30 Dec 1839.2 |
Family |
John Feddeman b. c 1788, d. b 28 Mar 1842 | |
| Child | 1. | John William Feddeman+3 b. c 1831 |
Citations
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 527 (will of Rachel Taylor).
- [S943] VA Accomack Co, Accomack Co, VA, Deeds, No. 033, 1843-1844, p. 640.
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 361 (will of Washburn Matthews).
William Evans1
M, b. circa 1700, d. after 20 December 1742
| Last Edited | 22 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1700 | William Evans was born circa 1700 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1740 | He married Catherine Townsend, daughter of Thomas Townsend Sr. and Sarah (-----), circa 1740.1 |
| Will - Mentioned in* | 20 December 1742 | William was mentioned in a will on 20 December 1742 at Accomack Co, VA. In her will Mary Mercy gave to grandson Thomas, son of Thomas Mercy. To son William. To son John Mercy's son Atkins Mercy. Grandson William, son of Atkins Mercy. Grandau Leach, daughter of Atkins Mercy. "To my said son Atkins' children a cow & heifer in the possession of William Evans, their father in law. To daughter Mary, the wife of Edward Benstene. To Leah, the daughter of Mary Benstene. To Leah the daughter of Atkins Mercy. Daughter Mary residual legatee - Son William Exr. Witt: George Douglas, Tabitha Douglas.1 |
| Death* | after 20 December 1742 | He died after 20 December 1742.1 |
Family |
Catherine Townsend b. c 1708 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 141 (will of Mary Mercy).
(-----) (-----)
F, b. circa 1740
| Last Edited | 22 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1740 | (-----) (-----) was born circa 1740 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Marriage* | circa 1760 | She married Micajah Benston, son of John (of Wm of Fran) Benston and Hannah Pitt, circa 1760 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Married Name | circa 1760 | As of circa 1760,her married name was Benston. |
Family |
Micajah Benston b. c 1738, d. b 25 Feb 1767 | |
| Child | 1. | Zadock (of Micajah) Benston b. c 1760, d. b 1800 |
(son of Jno & Hannah) Benston1
M, b. circa 1732, d. before 26 February 1754
| Father | John (of Wm of Fran) Benston1 b. c 1700, d. b 26 Feb 1754 | |
| Mother | Hannah Pitt1 b. c 1710, d. b 27 Sep 1791 |
| Last Edited | 22 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1732 | (son of Jno & Hannah) Benston was born circa 1732 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | 1752 | He married (-----) (-----) in 1752 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Death* | before 26 February 1754 | (son of Jno & Hannah) Benston died before 26 February 1754 at Accomack Co, VA. He was evidently dec'd by this date as his father John Bensten, whife Hannah, named a grandson John Benston instead of him.1 |
Family |
(-----) (-----) b. c 1734 | |
| Child | 1. | John Benston+1 b. c 1752, d. b 24 Dec 1811 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 180 (will of John Bensten, wife Hannah).
(-----) (-----)
F, b. circa 1734
| Last Edited | 22 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1734 | (-----) (-----) was born circa 1734 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Married Name | 1752 | As of 1752,her married name was Benston. |
| Marriage* | 1752 | She married (son of Jno & Hannah) Benston, son of John (of Wm of Fran) Benston and Hannah Pitt, in 1752 at Accomack Co, VA. |
Family |
(son of Jno & Hannah) Benston b. c 1732, d. b 26 Feb 1754 | |
| Child | 1. | John Benston+1 b. c 1752, d. b 24 Dec 1811 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 180 (will of John Bensten, wife Hannah).
(dau of Jno & Hannah) Benston1
F, b. circa 1734, d. before 26 February 1754
| Father | John (of Wm of Fran) Benston1 b. c 1700, d. b 26 Feb 1754 | |
| Mother | Hannah Pitt1 b. c 1710, d. b 27 Sep 1791 |
| Last Edited | 22 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1734 | (dau of Jno & Hannah) Benston was born circa 1734 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1750 | As of circa 1750,her married name was Gray.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1750 | She married (-----) Gray circa 1750.1 |
| Death* | before 26 February 1754 | (dau of Jno & Hannah) Benston died before 26 February 1754 at Accomack Co, VA. She was evidently dec'd by this date as her father John Bensten, whife Hannah, named grandchildren John & Elizabeth Gray instead of her.1 |
Family |
(-----) Gray b. c 1730 | |
| Children | 1. | John Gray1 b. c 1751 |
| 2. | Elizabeth Gray1 b. c 1753 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 180 (will of John Bensten, wife Hannah).
(-----) Gray1
M, b. circa 1730
| Last Edited | 22 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1730 | (-----) Gray was born circa 1730 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1750 | He married (dau of Jno & Hannah) Benston, daughter of John (of Wm of Fran) Benston and Hannah Pitt, circa 1750.1 |
Family |
(dau of Jno & Hannah) Benston b. c 1734, d. b 26 Feb 1754 | |
| Children | 1. | John Gray1 b. c 1751 |
| 2. | Elizabeth Gray1 b. c 1753 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 180 (will of John Bensten, wife Hannah).
John Gray1
M, b. circa 1751
| Father | (-----) Gray1 b. c 1730 | |
| Mother | (dau of Jno & Hannah) Benston1 b. c 1734, d. b 26 Feb 1754 |
| Last Edited | 22 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1751 | John Gray was born circa 1751 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Will - GrFath's* | before 26 February 1754 | John was named in his grandfather's will before 26 February 1754 at Accomack Co, VA. In his undated will John Benston gave to wife Hannah Bensten the manor plantation for 5 years, then to my son Micajah Bensten & for want of heirs to my son Zepheniah Bensten. To son Ezekiel Bensten the remaining part of my land. Sons Isaish & Zepheniah Bensten. Grandchildren John & Elizabeth Gray. Grandson John Bensten. Bal. of estate to be divided between 5 of my children, Micajah, Zefeniah, Levineah, Leah & Hannah Bensten. Sons Ezekiel & Micajah Bensten Exrs. Witt: Hill Bensten, Joseph Gouty.1 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 180 (will of John Bensten, wife Hannah).
Elizabeth Gray1
F, b. circa 1753
| Father | (-----) Gray1 b. c 1730 | |
| Mother | (dau of Jno & Hannah) Benston1 b. c 1734, d. b 26 Feb 1754 |
| Last Edited | 22 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1753 | Elizabeth Gray was born circa 1753 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Will - GrFath's* | before 26 February 1754 | Elizabeth was named in her grandfather's will before 26 February 1754 at Accomack Co, VA. In his undated will John Benston gave to wife Hannah Bensten the manor plantation for 5 years, then to my son Micajah Bensten & for want of heirs to my son Zepheniah Bensten. To son Ezekiel Bensten the remaining part of my land. Sons Isaish & Zepheniah Bensten. Grandchildren John & Elizabeth Gray. Grandson John Bensten. Bal. of estate to be divided between 5 of my children, Micajah, Zefeniah, Levineah, Leah & Hannah Bensten. Sons Ezekiel & Micajah Bensten Exrs. Witt: Hill Bensten, Joseph Gouty.1 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 180 (will of John Bensten, wife Hannah).
Joseph Balding1
M, b. circa 1750, d. before 29 March 1775
| Last Edited | 22 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1750 | Joseph Balding was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1770 | He married Elizabeth (-----) circa 1770 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Death* | before 29 March 1775 | Joseph Balding died before 29 March 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Joseph Balding was granted to Elizabeth Balding with John Morrison & John Benson securities.1 |
Family |
Elizabeth (-----) b. c 1750 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 264 (adm of Joseph Balding to Elizabeth Balding).
Elizabeth (-----)1
F, b. circa 1750
| Last Edited | 22 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1750 | Elizabeth (-----) was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1770 | As of circa 1770,her married name was Balding.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1770 | She married Joseph Balding circa 1770 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Est Settm't Husb's* | 29 March 1775 | Elizabeth (-----) was named in her husband's estate settlement on 29 March 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Joseph Balding was granted to Elizabeth Balding with John Morrison & John Benson securities.1 |
Family |
Joseph Balding b. c 1750, d. b 29 Mar 1775 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 264 (adm of Joseph Balding to Elizabeth Balding).
Mary Beauchamp
F, b. circa 1750
| Last Edited | 22 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1750 | Mary Beauchamp was born circa 1750 at Somerset Co, MD. |
| Will - Son-in-law's* | 8 June 1798 | Mary was named in her son-in-law's will on 8 June 1798 at Worcester Co, MD. She was shown as my mother-in-law Mary Beaucham in the will of Richard Hudson. He also named her daughter Ferrily Beauchamp. (NOTE: In order to determine how Mary Beauchamp and her daughter Ferrily fit into the Beauchamp family, Vern Skinner looked at all Beauchamp heads of household on tax assessments for 1782 Sussex Co & 1783 Somerset Co & Worcester Co and determined the most likely fit was a John Beauchamp, who was shown on the 1783 Tax list at Dividing Creek Hundred in Someset County with a wife Mary.)1,2 |
| Will - Named as heir* | 9 July 1802 | Mary was named as a heir in a will on 9 July 1802 at Somerset Co, MD. In her will Sabra Adams gave housekeeper Mary Beauchamp personalty, to Willia Broughton (Extr), to Peggy Adams daughter of William (dec'd). To Polly and Sarah Adams daughters of Dennis. Witt: Samuel Smith & James Hall.3 |
| Est Settm't Named In* | 6 August 1803 | She was named in an estate settlement on 6 August 1803 at Somerset Co, MD. It was on this date that further administration accounts & distributions on the estate of Sabra Adams was made to Mary Beauchamp (housekeeper).4 |
Family |
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| Children | 1. | (dau of Jno & Mary) Beauchamp+ b. c 1774, d. b 8 Jun 1798 |
| 2. | Pheuby 'Ferrily' Beauchamp1,2 b. c 1780 |
Citations
- [S2225] Ruth Dryden, Worcester Co, MD, Will Book MH, 1806-1813, p. 12 (will of Richard Hudson).
- [S2226] Vern Skinner, Genealogy Research, Skinner's analysis of all Beauchamp heads of household on tax assessments for 1782 Sussex Co & 1783 Somerset Co & Worcester Co.
- [S2172] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book EB 23, 1800-1820, p. 12 (will of Sabra Adams).
- [S2226] Vern Skinner, Genealogy Research, citing Somerset Co:Administration Accounts:EB#24:239.
Margaret 'Peggy' Beauchamp1
F, b. circa 1773
| Father | John (of John) Beauchamp1 b. 1 Jul 1750, d. b 31 May 1791 | |
| Mother | Mary Miles1 b. c 1750, d. c 1788 |
| Last Edited | 22 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1773 | Margaret 'Peggy' Beauchamp was born circa 1773 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 27 April 1791 | Margaret was named in her father's will on 27 April 1791 at Somerset Co, MD. In his will he was shown as John Beauchamp, formerly of Accomack, but now of Somerset County, Maryland. Admitted to record in Accomack 28 Sept 1791. He gave to wife Mary Ann Beauchamp 15 1/4 acres in Accomack which I purchased of John Bell. To daus, Peggy & Leah Beauchamp, to unborn child & to my said wife all the remainder of my lands in Accomack County during the widow of my wife, & at her death or marriage to be divided between my 3 said children. Wife & Thomas Benston Exrs. Witt: Samuel Smith, Amely Benston, William Curtis.2 |
| Married Name | 30 January 1793 | As of 30 January 1793,her married name was Perkins.1 |
| Marriage* | 30 January 1793 | She married William Perkins on 30 January 1793 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
Family |
William Perkins b. c 1770 |
William Perkins1
M, b. circa 1770
| Last Edited | 22 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1770 | William Perkins was born circa 1770 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | 30 January 1793 | He married Margaret 'Peggy' Beauchamp, daughter of John (of John) Beauchamp and Mary Miles, on 30 January 1793 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
Family |
Margaret 'Peggy' Beauchamp b. c 1773 |
Citations
- [S297] Leslie Powell Dryden, Dryden Family and Descendants Book I, p. 71 (#132 Mary Anne Benston).
Ann Tilghman1
F, b. circa 1770, d. between 8 January 1790 and 17 March 1790
| Last Edited | 22 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1770 | Ann Tilghman was born circa 1770.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1788 | As of circa 1788,her married name was Beauchamp.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1788 | She married John (of John) Beauchamp, son of John (of Edward) Beauchamp and Mary (of Samuel) Handy, circa 1788 at Somerset Co, MD. She was the daughter of Isaiah Tilghman.1 |
| Death* | between 8 January 1790 and 17 March 1790 | Ann Tilghman died between 8 January 1790 and 17 March 1790 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
Family |
John (of John) Beauchamp b. 1 Jul 1750, d. b 31 May 1791 | |
| Child | 1. | Leah Beauchamp1 b. c 1788 |
Citations
- [S297] Leslie Powell Dryden, Dryden Family and Descendants Book I, p. 70 (#132 Mary Anne Benston).
Leah Beauchamp1
F, b. circa 1788
| Father | John (of John) Beauchamp1 b. 1 Jul 1750, d. b 31 May 1791 | |
| Mother | Ann Tilghman1 b. c 1770, d. bt 8 Jan 1790 - 17 Mar 1790 |
| Last Edited | 22 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1788 | Leah Beauchamp was born circa 1788 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 27 April 1791 | Leah was named in her father's will on 27 April 1791 at Somerset Co, MD. In his will he was shown as John Beauchamp, formerly of Accomack, but now of Somerset County, Maryland. Admitted to record in Accomack 28 Sept 1791. He gave to wife Mary Ann Beauchamp 15 1/4 acres in Accomack which I purchased of John Bell. To daus, Peggy & Leah Beauchamp, to unborn child & to my said wife all the remainder of my lands in Accomack County during the widow of my wife, & at her death or marriage to be divided between my 3 said children. Wife & Thomas Benston Exrs. Witt: Samuel Smith, Amely Benston, William Curtis.2 |
| Married Name | 20 September 1803 | As of 20 September 1803,her married name was Garretson.1 |
| Marriage* | 20 September 1803 | She married Jonathan Garretson on 20 September 1803 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
Family |
Jonathan Garretson b. c 1780 |
Jonathan Garretson1
M, b. circa 1780
| Last Edited | 22 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1780 | Jonathan Garretson was born circa 1780 at Somerset Co.1 |
| Marriage* | 20 September 1803 | He married Leah Beauchamp, daughter of John (of John) Beauchamp and Ann Tilghman, on 20 September 1803 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
Family |
Leah Beauchamp b. c 1788 |
Citations
- [S297] Leslie Powell Dryden, Dryden Family and Descendants Book I, p. 70 (#132 Mary Anne Benston).
John Beauchamp1
M, b. 12 June 1791
| Father | John (of John) Beauchamp1 b. 1 Jul 1750, d. b 31 May 1791 | |
| Mother | Mary Anne Benston1 b. c 1763 |
| Last Edited | 22 Nov 2019 |
| Will - Father's* | 27 April 1791 | John was named in his father's will on 27 April 1791 at Somerset Co, MD. In his will he was shown as John Beauchamp, formerly of Accomack, but now of Somerset County, Maryland. Admitted to record in Accomack 28 Sept 1791. He gave to wife Mary Ann Beauchamp 15 1/4 acres in Accomack which I purchased of John Bell. To daus, Peggy & Leah Beauchamp, to unborn child & to my said wife all the remainder of my lands in Accomack County during the widow of my wife, & at her death or marriage to be divided between my 3 said children. Wife & Thomas Benston Exrs. Witt: Samuel Smith, Amely Benston, William Curtis.1 |
| Birth* | 12 June 1791 | He was born on 12 June 1791 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
Citations
- [S297] Leslie Powell Dryden, Dryden Family and Descendants Book I, p. 71 (#132 Mary Anne Benston).
Hettey (of Jno) Benston1
F, b. circa 1782
| Father | John Benston1 b. c 1752, d. b 24 Dec 1811 | |
| Mother | Esther Sandford1 b. c 1760, d. b 11 Nov 1795 |
| Last Edited | 1 Dec 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1782 | Hettey (of Jno) Benston was born circa 1782 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Will - Aunt's* | 11 November 1795 | Hettey was named in her aunt's will on 11 November 1795 at Accomack Co, VA. In her will Elizabeth Sanford gave to Cemmey Benston, son of John Benston, 10 acres of my land adjcent John Sandford - Sister Ann Sandford to have the use of said land for 7 years. All the remainder of my land & marsh to my sister Ann Sandford. To Hettey, Nanney, Betsey & John Benson, children of John Benson. To John Benson. To brother John Sanford. Sister Ann Sanford residual legatee. Brother Thomas Sanford. Ann Sanford Exec. - Witt: Thomas Fletcher, Tabitha Silverthorn. In order of probate: Selby Lucas qualified.1 |
| Land deed named in* | 17 October 1810 | She was named in a deed on 17 October 1810 at Holdens Creek, Accomack Co, VA. John Benston of Accomack County sold to Susannah Crowswell of the same place for 20 pounds 6 2/3 acres of land bounded Northerly by Crooked Creek, Easterly by the land of Geo. Crowswell, Southerly by the land of Nancy Silverthorns, Westerly by the lands of Hettey Benston. Witt: Thomas Fletcher, Henry Fletcher, James Martin, Sally Fletcher. On 27 May 1811 this deed was fully proven and ordered to be recorded. (NOTE: Crooked Creek was also called Holdens Creek.)2 |
Betsey (of Jno) Benston1
F, b. circa 1786
| Father | John Benston1 b. c 1752, d. b 24 Dec 1811 | |
| Mother | Esther Sandford1 b. c 1760, d. b 11 Nov 1795 |
| Last Edited | 26 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1786 | Betsey (of Jno) Benston was born circa 1786 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Will - Aunt's* | 11 November 1795 | Betsey was named in her aunt's will on 11 November 1795 at Accomack Co, VA. In her will Elizabeth Sanford gave to Cemmey Benston, son of John Benston, 10 acres of my land adjcent John Sandford - Sister Ann Sandford to have the use of said land for 7 years. All the remainder of my land & marsh to my sister Ann Sandford. To Hettey, Nanney, Betsey & John Benson, children of John Benson. To John Benson. To brother John Sanford. Sister Ann Sanford residual legatee. Brother Thomas Sanford. Ann Sanford Exec. - Witt: Thomas Fletcher, Tabitha Silverthorn. In order of probate: Selby Lucas qualified.1 |
| Census head* | 1810 | Betsey was listed as a head of household in the census of 1810 at Accomack Parish, Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Betsey Benson, a head of household, age 26-45 (b.c. 1765-1785). Listed with her was 1M0-10 and no slaves.2 |
John (of Jno) Benston1
M, b. circa 1788
| Father | John Benston1 b. c 1752, d. b 24 Dec 1811 | |
| Mother | Esther Sandford1 b. c 1760, d. b 11 Nov 1795 |
| Last Edited | 1 Dec 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1788 | John (of Jno) Benston was born circa 1788 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Will - Aunt's* | 11 November 1795 | John was named in his aunt's will on 11 November 1795 at Accomack Co, VA. In her will Elizabeth Sanford gave to Cemmey Benston, son of John Benston, 10 acres of my land adjcent John Sandford - Sister Ann Sandford to have the use of said land for 7 years. All the remainder of my land & marsh to my sister Ann Sandford. To Hettey, Nanney, Betsey & John Benson, children of John Benson. To John Benson. To brother John Sanford. Sister Ann Sanford residual legatee. Brother Thomas Sanford. Ann Sanford Exec. - Witt: Thomas Fletcher, Tabitha Silverthorn. In order of probate: Selby Lucas qualified.1 |
| Land sold* | 17 October 1810 | He sold land on 17 October 1810 at Holdens Creek, Accomack Co, VA. John Benston of Accomack County sold to Susannah Crowswell of the same place for 20 pounds 6 2/3 acres of land bounded Northerly by Crooked Creek, Easterly by the land of Geo. Crowswell, Southerly by the land of Nancy Silverthorns, Westerly by the lands of Hettey Benston. Witt: Thomas Fletcher, Henry Fletcher, James Martin, Sally Fletcher. On 27 May 1811 this deed was fully proven and ordered to be recorded. (NOTE: Crooked Creek was also called Holdens Creek.)2 |
(-----) Benston1
M, b. 1770
| Last Edited | 22 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | 1770 | (-----) Benston was born in 1770 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1790 | He married Polly (of Robt) Bell, daughter of Robert Bell and Elizabeth 'Betty' (of Francis) Savage, circa 1790 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
Family |
Polly (of Robt) Bell b. c 1768 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 452 (will of Savage Bell).
John Benston1
M, b. circa 1765
| Last Edited | 26 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1765 | John Benston was born circa 1765 at New Church Area, Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Tax list (personal)* | 31 May 1787 | He was on the personal property tax list on 31 May 1787 at Accomack Parish, Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Jno. Benston in the HH of Daniel Mifflen who charged with his tax.2 |
David Benston1
M, b. circa 1800
| Last Edited | 23 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1800 | David Benston was born circa 1800 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Land bought* | 1823 | He bought land in 1823 at Tract A167, New Church, Accomack Co, VA. William W. and Gartruge Benson sold 125 acres to David Benson of Worcester.1 |
Citations
- [S572] Ralph T. Whitelaw, Virginia's Eastern Shore (A History of Northampton and Accomack Counties), p. 1309 (tract A167).
Rachel (-----)1
F, b. circa 1800
| Last Edited | 26 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1800 | Rachel (-----) was born circa 1800.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1830 | As of circa 1830,her married name was Benston.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1830 | She married William W. (of Wm of Ezekiel) Benston, son of William (of Ezekiel) Benston and Sarah Selby (Selby?), circa 1830.1 |
| Lived* | 9 July 1831 | Rachel (-----) lived on 9 July 1831 at Parke Co, Indiana.2 |
| Land sold* | 9 July 1831 | She sold land on 9 July 1831 at Tract A167, New Church, Accomack Co, VA. William W. Benson and Rachel his wife of the County of Parke in the state of Indiana sold to John H. Benson of the County of Accomack for $300 land being in Accomack County containing 80 acres beginning at the South East corner at an Iron Oak tree, thence running North to a Poplar tree, from thence North to the center of a branch commonly called the Unpassable Branch, thence West with the center of the aforesaid branch until opposite to a black gum and a small oak near the south side of the said branch, on the West by William Bevans land, thence running until it intersects George Deshields land, thence running along Fitterman's land on the South running with said Fitterman's line to an Iron oak, from thence to a large hickory, and from thence to the place of beginning. Signed: William W. Benson & Rachel Benson of Parke County, Indiana. Signed by John G. Davis for Wallice Rea, Clk of Court at Rockville on 12 July 1831. On 1 Sept 1831 it was admitted to record in Accomack Court.1,2 |
Family |
William W. (of Wm of Ezekiel) Benston b. c 1776 |
Leah (-----)1
F, b. circa 1750
| Last Edited | 23 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1750 | Leah (-----) was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1770 | As of circa 1770,her married name was Benston.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1770 | She married Sturgis Benston circa 1770 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Land sold* | 1785 | Leah (-----) sold land in 1785 at Tract A181, North of Horntown, Accomack Co, VA. George Stewart sold 142 acres of the Daniel Walker part of this tract to John Pettit, and the next year he was joined by a Sturgis and Leah Benston in a sale to William Marshall. The next year Marshall left to his daughter Famey and in 1801 John and Euphamy Ward of Worcester sold to William Welburn as 134 acres by survey, which placed it as east of the Hargis piece.1 |
Family |
Sturgis Benston b. c 1750, d. b 25 Jan 1796 |
Citations
- [S572] Ralph T. Whitelaw, Virginia's Eastern Shore (A History of Northampton and Accomack Counties), p. 1369 (tract A181).
Lazarus Benston1
M, b. circa 1765
| Last Edited | 23 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1765 | Lazarus Benston was born circa 1765 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Tax list (personal)* | 25 April 1787 | He was on the personal property tax list on 25 April 1787 at St. George Parish, Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Lazarus Benstone in the HH of Moses Benstone who charged with his tax.1 |
Citations
- [S142] Netti Schreiner-Yantis and Florence Love, Accomack Co, VA, Personal Property Tax Lists For The Year 1787, p. 92 & 112.
George Benston1
M, b. circa 1750
| Last Edited | 23 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1750 | George Benston was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1775 | He married Elizabeth (-----) circa 1775 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Court - named in ord* | 27 October 1779 | George Benston was named in a court order on 27 October 1779 at Accomack Co, VA. William Welsh sued George Benston, who could not be found and was ordered arrested.3 |
| Rev War Veteran | circa 1780 | George served in the Revolutionary War in circa 1780 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as George Benston, a soldier in the Army..4 |
| Rev War Veteran* | 28 May 1782 | He served in the Revolutionary War on 28 May 1782 at Accomack Co, VA. Elizabeth Benston, wife of George Benston, allowed 10 bushels of corn.2 |
| Tax list (personal)* | 9 June 1787 | He was on the personal property tax list on 9 June 1787 at St. George Parish, Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Geo. Benstone with with 1 white males above 16 and under 21: 0 Blacks above 16; 0 Blacks under 16; 0 horses, mares, colts & mules; and 0 head of cattle.1 |
Family |
Elizabeth (-----) b. c 1750 |
Citations
- [S142] Netti Schreiner-Yantis and Florence Love, Accomack Co, VA, Personal Property Tax Lists For The Year 1787, p. 92 & 113.
- [S575] Stratton Nottingham, Soldiers and Sailors of the Eastern Shore of Virginia In the Revolutionary War, p. 5 (Elizabeth Benston, wife of George Benston).
- [S2766] JoAnn Riley McKey, Accomack Co, VA, Court Order Abstracts, 1777-1780, Volume 28, p. 217 (27 Oct 1779 Court).
- [S577] Compiled for the Bicentennial by Susie Wilkins Walker and Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Soldiers and Sailors in America's War for Independence, April 1775 to December 1783.
Elizabeth (-----)1
F, b. circa 1750
| Last Edited | 23 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1750 | Elizabeth (-----) was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1775 | As of circa 1775,her married name was Benston.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1775 | She married George Benston circa 1775 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Rev War Vet relative* | 28 May 1782 | Elizabeth (-----) was shown to be related to a Rev War veteran on 28 May 1782 at Accomack Co, VA. Elizabeth Benston, wife of George Benston, allowed 10 bushels of corn.1 |
Family |
George Benston b. c 1750 |
Citations
- [S575] Stratton Nottingham, Soldiers and Sailors of the Eastern Shore of Virginia In the Revolutionary War, p. 5 (Elizabeth Benston, wife of George Benston).
(-----) (-----)1
M, b. circa 1720
| Last Edited | 23 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1720 | (-----) (-----) was born circa 1720.1 |
| Marriage* | 1740 | He married (-----) (-----) in 1740 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
Family |
(-----) (-----) b. c 1720 | |
| Child | 1. | Leah 'Leshy' (-----)1 b. c 1741 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 289 (will of Jonas Benson Sr.).
Leah 'Leshy' (-----)1
F, b. circa 1741
| Father | (-----) (-----)1 b. c 1720 | |
| Mother | (-----) (-----)1 b. c 1720 |
| Last Edited | 23 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1741 | Leah 'Leshy' (-----) was born circa 1741 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Will - Step Father* | 23 December 1775 | Her was named in the will of her step-father on 23 December 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will Jonas Benston Sr. gave to son Moses plantation where I now live containing 218 acres. To son John 100 acres on the South side of Pratts Branch adjcent to me. To daughter Comfort. To daughter Sarah. To Leshy Lingo, my daughter in law. Children Moses, John, Comfort, & Sarah residual legatees. Son Moses Exr. Witt: Jonathan Addison, Benjamin Stringer, William F. Ross. At probate Moses Benson was named heir at law to the testator.1 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 289 (will of Jonas Benson Sr.).
Salone 'Sailome' (of Jona of Francis II) Benston1,2
F, b. circa 1744
| Father | Jonathan (of Francis II) Benston2 b. c 1702, d. b 24 Nov 1747 | |
| Mother | Hannah (-----)2 b. c 1710 |
| Last Edited | 25 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1744 | Salone 'Sailome' (of Jona of Francis II) Benston was born circa 1744 at Accomack Co, VA.1,2 |
| Guardian - named* | 31 May 1748 | Salone had a guardian named on 31 May 1748 at Accomack Co, VA. Daniel Hall was appointed nearest friend to Catherine, Rosewell, Jonathan, Edith Anne, Hannah and Sailome Benstine (minor orphans of Jonathan Benstine) to prosecute their suit against Joseph Benstine (exr. of Jonathan Benstine). After reading the bill and the answer, the court ordered the defendant to auction off to the highest bidder a slave woman named Tabb, who had belonged to the deceased. The proceedings were to be reported to the next court.2 |
| Court - nam in motio* | 26 March 1771 | She was named in a motion that was recorded in court records on 26 March 1771 at Accomack Co, VA. James Broadwater, who was bound to appear at this court, was charged by Salomy Benson with being the father of her illegitimate child. After the testimonies of James and different witnesses were heard, the case was continued to next court.3 |
| Bastard Mother of* | 1 October 1778 | She was named as the mother of a bastard child on 1 October 1778 at Accomack Parish, Accomack Co, VA. The churchwardens of Accomack Parish brought action of bastardy against Salone Benston. Benjamin Thomas Watson and Major Davis posted a bond “as above” to save the parish from all costs of supporting the child.1 |
Citations
- [S2766] JoAnn Riley McKey, Accomack Co, VA, Court Order Abstracts, 1777-1780, Volume 28, p. 100 (1 Oct 1778 Court).
- [S2013] JoAnn Riley McKey, Accomack Co, VA, Court Order Abstracts, 1744-1753, Volume 18, p. 186 (31 May 1748 Court).
- [S2601] JoAnn Riley McKey, Accomack Co, VA, Court Order Abstracts, 1769-1773, Volumes 24 & 25, p. 171 (26 March 1771 Court).
Rachell (of Wm Sr) Benston1
F, b. circa 1667, d. circa 1690
| Father | William Benston Sr. (cooper)1 b. c 1634, d. b 1 Aug 1704 | |
| Mother | Rebecca (-----)1 b. 1643 |
| Last Edited | 23 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1667 | Rachell (of Wm Sr) Benston was born circa 1667 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Deed of Gift - Rec'd* | 25 July 1684 | She received by deed of gift on 25 July 1684 at Accomack Co, VA. Francis Benston by deed of gift of this date gave Rachell Benston, daughter of Wm. Benston, a cow and calf with all her increase. If Rachell had no issue, then the animals were to be divided between Ambrose and Elizabeth Benston (her brother and sister).1 |
| Married Name | circa 1685 | As of circa 1685,her married name was Stockley.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1685 | She married Joseph Stockley, son of John Stockley and Elizabeth (-----), circa 1685 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Death* | circa 1690 | Rachell (of Wm Sr) Benston died circa 1690 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Court - named in ord* | 20 September 1693 | She was named in a court order on 20 September 1693 at Accomack Co, VA. William Benston (on behalf of the children of Ambrose Benston and Elizabeth Benston) sued Joseph Stockley and declared that Francis Benston (by deed of gift signed 25 July 1684) had given to Rachell Benston (daughter of Wm. Benston) a cow and calf with all her increase. If Rachell had no issue, then the animals were to be divided between Ambrose and Elizabeth Benston. Stockley, who had married Rachel, had taken four head of cattle that were part of the increase of the cow. Since Rachel had long since died without issue, William asked for an order against Stockley and produced the deed of gift. Ordered that Stockley deliver the cattle to Wm. Benston for the use of the children and pay court costs.1 |
Family |
Joseph Stockley b. c 1660, d. b 3 May 1737 |
Citations
- [S703] JoAnn Riley McKey, Accomack Co, VA, Court Order Abstracts, 1690-1697, Volume 8, p. 120 (20 Sep 1693 Court).
(-----) (-----)
F, b. circa 1660
| Last Edited | 24 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1660 | (-----) (-----) was born circa 1660 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Married Name | circa 1680 | As of circa 1680,her married name was Benston. |
| Marriage* | circa 1694 | She married Francis Benston II, son of Francis Benston I and Mary (-----), circa 1694 at Accomack Co, VA. |
Family |
Francis Benston II b. 1675, d. b 5 Mar 1722/23 | |
| Child | 1. | (dau of Francis II) Benston+ b. c 1694 |
Thomas Benston1
M, b. circa 1700
| Last Edited | 24 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1700 | Thomas Benston was born circa 1700 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Will - Witnessed* | 7 June 1732 | Thomas witnessed a will on 7 June 1732 at Accomack Co, VA. Annabella Benston and Thomas Benston each attended two days as evidence for Thomas Boreman against John Fish. Ordered the Boreman pay them according to law.1 |
Citations
- [S973] JoAnn Riley McKey, Accomack Co, VA, Court Order Abstracts, 1731-1736, Volume 16, p. 48 (7 June 1732 Court).
James Coston Major Jr.1
M, b. 28 September 1871, d. 22 February 1935
| Father | James Coston Major Sr.1 b. 1847, d. 11 May 1913 | |
| Mother | Olivia E. Nottingham1 b. c 1846 |
| Birth* | 28 September 1871 | James Coston Major Jr. was born on 28 September 1871 at Northampton Co, VA.1,2 |
| Marriage* | circa 1893 | He married Maggie Torksey circa 1893.1 |
| Death* | 22 February 1935 | James Coston Major Jr. died on 22 February 1935 at 630 West Thirty-Fourth Street, Norfolk, VA, at age 63. His death certificate shows him as James Coston Major Jr, age 63, the son of James C. Major and Olivia Nottingham and the husband of Maggie Torksey Major. His obituary shows him as James Coston Major, Jr., aged 63, husband of Mrs. Maggie Torksey Major, died at the residence, 630 West Thirty-fourth street, yesterday afternoon at 5:45 o'clock. Besides his wife, he is survived three daughters, Mrs. Ralph R. Rugh and Miss Thelma Florine Major, both of St. Louis, and Miss Ruth Adelle Major, of Norfolk; five sons, William Coston, Horace Stanley and Ralph Savoye Major, all of Norfolk; Linwood C. Major, of Washington, and Kenneth Wesley Major, of Baltimore, and 11 grandchildren. Mr. Major was a native of Northampton County and had been a resident of Norfolk for 30 years. He was a member of Rathbone Lodge, K. of P. The body was taken to the Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home pending funeral arrangements. The Virginian Pilot and Norfolk Landmark February 22, 1935.1,2 |
| Burial* | James was buried at Forest Lawn Cemetery, Norfolk, VA.3 |
Family |
Maggie Torksey b. c 1870, d. 28 Mar 1938 | |
| Child | 1. | Horace Stanley Major Sr.+4 b. 16 Oct 1895, d. 31 Aug 1966 |
Citations
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Major Family Tree by Marshall Stanley Major.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, James Coston Major Jr in the Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
- [S2259] findagrave.com, MEMORIAL ID 86537169 (James Coston Major, Jr).
- [S2259] findagrave.com, MEMORIAL ID 127469177 (Horace Stanley Major, Sr).
Edith Anne (of Jona of Francis II) Benston1
F, b. circa 1740
| Father | Jonathan (of Francis II) Benston1 b. c 1702, d. b 24 Nov 1747 | |
| Mother | Hannah (-----)1 b. c 1710 |
| Last Edited | 25 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1740 | Edith Anne (of Jona of Francis II) Benston was born circa 1740 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Guardian - named* | 31 May 1748 | Edith had a guardian named on 31 May 1748 at Accomack Co, VA. Daniel Hall was appointed nearest friend to Catherine, Rosewell, Jonathan, Edith Anne, Hannah and Sailome Benstine (minor orphans of Jonathan Benstine) to prosecute their suit against Joseph Benstine (exr. of Jonathan Benstine). After reading the bill and the answer, the court ordered the defendant to auction off to the highest bidder a slave woman named Tabb, who had belonged to the deceased. The proceedings were to be reported to the next court.1 |
Citations
- [S2013] JoAnn Riley McKey, Accomack Co, VA, Court Order Abstracts, 1744-1753, Volume 18, p. 186 (31 May 1748 Court).
Hannah (of Jona of Francis II) Benston1
F, b. circa 1742
| Father | Jonathan (of Francis II) Benston1 b. c 1702, d. b 24 Nov 1747 | |
| Mother | Hannah (-----)1 b. c 1710 |
| Last Edited | 25 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1742 | Hannah (of Jona of Francis II) Benston was born circa 1742 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Guardian - named* | 31 May 1748 | Hannah had a guardian named on 31 May 1748 at Accomack Co, VA. Daniel Hall was appointed nearest friend to Catherine, Rosewell, Jonathan, Edith Anne, Hannah and Sailome Benstine (minor orphans of Jonathan Benstine) to prosecute their suit against Joseph Benstine (exr. of Jonathan Benstine). After reading the bill and the answer, the court ordered the defendant to auction off to the highest bidder a slave woman named Tabb, who had belonged to the deceased. The proceedings were to be reported to the next court.1 |
Citations
- [S2013] JoAnn Riley McKey, Accomack Co, VA, Court Order Abstracts, 1744-1753, Volume 18, p. 186 (31 May 1748 Court).
James Benston1
M, b. before 1765
| Last Edited | 26 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | before 1765 | James Benston was born before 1765 at St. George Parish, Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Census head* | 1810 | James was listed as a head of household in the census of 1810 at St. George Parish, Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as James Benston, a head of household, age 45+, living alone, with 14 slaves.1 |
Citations
- [S578] Jody Powell, 1800, 1810, 1820 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
(dau of Euph?) Benston1
F, b. circa 1818
| Mother | Euphamy 'Fanny' (of Wm of Ezekiel) Benston1 b. c 1782 |
| Last Edited | 1 Dec 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1818 | (dau of Euph?) Benston was born circa 1818 at Accomack Parish, Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Census w/mother* | 1830 | (dau was listed with her mother in the census of 1830 at Accomack Parish, Accomack Co, VA. She may have been the 1F10-15 with Euphamia Benson, a head of household, age 40-50 (b.c. 1780-1790).1 |
Citations
- [S580] Jody Powell, 1830 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
John Martin1
M, b. circa 1775
| Last Edited | 26 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1775 | John Martin was born circa 1775 at Accomack Parish, Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Land bought* | 30 September 1800 | He bought land on 30 September 1800 at Cattail, Accomack Parish, Accomack Co, VA. Azariah Bloxom & wife Nancy, James Conquest & wife Sally, John Benston & wife Mary, John Small & wife Nancy and Absolom Ross & wife Rachel sold 88 acres to John Martin for 60 pounds currency in Accomack Parish, bounded on SW: by Samuel Johnson late of the heirs of William Bloxom (Cattail), SE: Solomon Boston, NE: heirs of Jacob Taylor dec'd, NW: by said John Martin & Esther Bird. It was the land (88 acres) of William Bloxom (Cattail). John Benston & Mary deed recorded 28 Sep 1801 and Absolom Ross & Rachel deed recorded 27 Apr 1802.2 |
Anna Gillett1
F, b. circa 1780
| Last Edited | 26 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1780 | Anna Gillett was born circa 1780 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Married Name | 31 January 1804 | As of 31 January 1804,her married name was Beavans.1 |
| Marriage* | 31 January 1804 | She married William M. Beavans on 31 January 1804 at Accomack Co, VA. Joshua Beavans was security on the M.L.B. of William M. Beavans and Anna Gillett.1 |
Family |
William M. Beavans b. c 1770 |
Citations
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
Margaret 'Peggy' (-----)1
F, b. circa 1790
| Last Edited | 26 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1790 | Margaret 'Peggy' (-----) was born circa 1790.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1810 | As of circa 1810,her married name was Benston.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1810 | She married Nathaniel (of Wm of Ezekiel) Benston, son of William (of Ezekiel) Benston and Sarah Selby (Selby?), circa 1810 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Land sold* | 24 April 1815 | Margaret 'Peggy' (-----) sold land on 24 April 1815 at Accomack Parish, Accomack Co, VA. Nathaniel Benson and Peggy his wife of Accomack sold to George Merrill of the same place for $800 land in Accomack County beginning at a marked white oak at the eastwards corner of the cleared land, thence westwardly & binding on the lands of Stephen Marshall's heirs, to the marked road, thence South Westwardly & binding on the said Merrill's line until it intersects William Fiddemans land, thence with the said Fiddemans lines South Eastwardly until it interests Thomas Hargases line & continues the same course Easterly until it intersects the lands belonging to the heirs of James Benson dec'd, thence by & with the said Bensons heirs lands to the aforesaid marked white oak as the beginning, containing 50 acres. Signed: Nathaniel Benson & Peggy (her X cross) Benson. Witt: David Watts, Samuel Downig & James Melvin. Peggy was examined separately justices David Watts & Samuel Downing and the deed was fully proved on 27 March 1816 and ordered to be recorded.1 |
Family |
Nathaniel (of Wm of Ezekiel) Benston b. c 1774 |
Citations
- [S611] Virginia Accomack County, Accomack Co, VA, Deeds, No. 015, 1815-1817, p. 341.
Catharine Cutler1
F, b. circa 1768, d. before 26 January 1816
| Father | Ebenezer Cutler1 b. c 1740, d. b 29 Apr 1789 | |
| Mother | Rachel Broadwater1 b. c 1740 |
| Last Edited | 26 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1768 | Catharine Cutler was born circa 1768 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Death* | before 26 January 1816 | She died before 26 January 1816 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Land deed named in* | 26 January 1816 | She was named in a deed on 26 January 1816 at near Pocomoke, Accomack Parish, Accomack Co, VA. John Thompson and Elizabeth his wife of the Town of Portsmouth, Asariah Benson and Sarah his wife of the County of Warwick, and the same John Thompson, Extr of the will of Catherine Cutler dec'd sells to William Selby of Accomack County. Whereas Rachel Cutler one of the children of James Broadwater dec'd, being entitled to a portion of a tract of land lying in the County of Accomack, which descended to her by the death of her said father dec'd, the same by her will to her 4 daughters, the said Sarah Benson, Eliza Thompson, Margaret Hill and Catharine Cutler to be equally divided between them and whereas the said Catharine Cutler by her will did direct her Extr, the said John Thompson, to sell and dispose of her interest in the said tract when, in his opinion it would be for the interest of her Legatees and he has accordingly sold the same to the said Wm. Selby. This indenture sells the interest of daughters Elizabeth Thompson, Sarah Benson & Catharine Cutler to Wm. Selby for $171.50 for Rachel Cutler dec'd portion of her father's estate, believed to contain between 48 and 50 acres for their 3/4, the other 1/4 being in the children of Margaret Hill who is now dec'd.1 |
Citations
- [S611] Virginia Accomack County, Accomack Co, VA, Deeds, No. 015, 1815-1817, p. 500.
Samuel J. Merrill1
M, b. circa 1800
| Last Edited | 26 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1800 | Samuel J. Merrill was born circa 1800 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Land bought* | 16 July 1822 | He bought land on 16 July 1822 at Accomack Parish, Accomack Co, VA. James Benston and Euphamy his wife of the County of Accomack sold to Samuel J. Merrill of the same place for $400 that tract of land in the Parish & County of Accomack containing 28 acres bounded on the Northwest by the lands of Geo. Merrill, on the Southwest by the land of the heirs of Jas. Ardis and the land of Joseph Feddeman and on the Southeast by land bought by Jno Marshall of the heirs of Geo. Marshall dec'd and on the Northwest by the land of Polly Taylor and the said Samel J. Merrill. On 29 July 1822 this deed and the acknowledgement of her agreement by Euphamy Benston was admitted to record.1 |
Citations
- [S613] Virginia Accomack County, Accomack Co, VA, Deeds, No. 020, 1822-1824, p. 19.
Wilson Broughton1
M, b. circa 1795
| Last Edited | 26 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1795 | Wilson Broughton was born circa 1795 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Land bought* | 8 January 1820 | He bought land on 8 January 1820 at Accomack Parish, Accomack Co, VA. Daniel Benson and his wife Eliza Benson of the County of Worcester, Maryland sold to Wilson Broughton of the Parish & County of Accomack, Virginia for $475 a parcel of land near Pocomoke Church in the parish & county of Accomack and which the said Daniel Benson bought of John Taylor containing 33 acres bounded on the North and East & South by the lands of Joseph Fiddeman and West by great road leading from Pocomoke Church to the Baptist Church which is called Jincoteague Church. Signed: Daniel Benson & Eliza Benson. Witt: T. Holmes, Wm. Seymour, Thos D. Welbourn & Walter D. Bayne. On 1 April 1823 this deed and the acknowledgement by Eliza Benson was recorded.1 |
Citations
- [S613] Virginia Accomack County, Accomack Co, VA, Deeds, No. 020, 1822-1824, p. 241.
Mary E. Payne1
F, b. circa 1810
| Last Edited | 27 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1810 | Mary E. Payne was born circa 1810 at Worcester Co, MD.2 |
| Married Name | 13 September 1831 | As of 13 September 1831,her married name was Benston.2 |
| Marriage* | 13 September 1831 | She married John Henry (of Daniel) Benston, son of Daniel (of Wm of Ezekiel) Benston and Elizabeth 'Betsy' Taylor, on 13 September 1831 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown as John H. Benston and Mary Payne.2 |
| Land sold | 6 April 1832 | Mary E. Payne sold land on 6 April 1832 at Accomack Parish, Accomack Co, VA. John H. Benson & Mary his wife of Accomack County sold to Thomas Walters of the same place for $225 two-thirds of an undivided tract in the Parish & County of Accomack bounded Northerly by lands formerly belonging to William M. Benson dec'd, Eastwardly by lands of George H. and Levin M. Dashiell, Southwardly by lands of Oliver Logan and Westwardly by lands of James W. Melvin and by the lands which formerly belonged to William M. Beavans dec'd. Signed John H. Benson & Mary E. Benson. On 30 May 1832 this deed from John H. Benson & Mary E. his wife to Thomas Walters with the certificates of acknowledgment thereof there to annexed was received in my office this day and admitted to record.1 |
| Land sold* | 6 April 1832 | She sold land on 6 April 1832 at Accomack Parish, Accomack Co, VA. John H. Benson & Mary his wife of the County of Accomack sold to Joseph Feddeman of the same county for $430 a tract of land containing 75 acres in the Parish & County of Accomack bounded Northerly by lands of Elisha G. Merrill & Oliver Logan, Eastwardly by lands of said Merrill and the said Joseph Feddeman and Westwardly by lands of George H. & Levin M. Dashiell and Oliver Logan. Signed John H. Benson & Mary E. Benson. No witnesses shown. On 1 May 1832 this deed from John H. Benson & Mary E. his wife to Joseph Feddeman with the certificate of acknowledgement thereof thereto annexed was received in my office this day and admitted to record.3 |
| Land sold | 2 April 1835 | She sold land on 2 April 1835 at Accomack Parish, Accomack Co, VA. Euphamy Benson, Esineth Matthews, John H. Benson and Mary his wife, John Massey guardian of Mary A. Benson of Accomack County, Virginia & James Sturgis and Elizabeth his wife of Worcester County, Maryland sold to Joseph Feddeman of the Parish & County of Accomck for $85.37 land bounded Northerly and Easterly by lands belonging to the heirs of Elisha G. Merrill dec'd, Southerly by lands of John W. Feddeman & the County road leading from the Chincoteauge Baptist Meeting house to Swans Gut Bridge & Westwardly by other lands of the said Joseph Feddeman, containing 5 acres. Signed: Euphamy (her X mark) Benson, Esineth (her X mark) Matthews, John H. Benson, Mary E. Benson & John Massey Gd to Mary A. Benson. On 31 Oct 1837 this deed with the certificates of acknowledgement thereof thereto annexed was received in the Clerk's Office this day and admitted to record.4 |
| Land deed named in* | 11 April 1835 | She was named in a deed on 11 April 1835 at Accomack Co, VA. James Coulburn & Elizabeth his wife, John W. Taylor & Margaret his wife, William R. Mathews, John Feddeman and Rachel his wife, Michael R. Whealton & Nancy his wife, Sarah Mathews, Frederick Mathews, John H. Benson & Mary his wife, Southey Taylor & Wise his wife, Colmore Taylor & Elizabeth his wife, William Broughton & Margaret his wife of the Parish & County of Accomack sold to Peter Delestatious of the same place for $250 their interest, right & title to the land of which Narcissa Delestatious died seized of 2 tracts, the one which she inherited from her father Wilson Taylor dec'd, which land the said Wilson bought of Jesse Gladding & wife, containing 60 acres bounded Northerly by the land of said Peter Delestatious, Southerly by land deeded by the said Peter Delestatious to the said Narcissa, Eastwardly by land of John Custis Senr and Sally his wife & Westwardly by land of Henry Sivlerthorn dec'd heirs. The other tract of land which the said Peter Delestatious deeded to Solomon Marshall & Marshall deeded to the said Narcissa, containing 18 acres, bounded Northerly by the above described 60 acre ____ and Westwardly by land of Henry Silverthron dec'd heirs, and Eastwardly by land of John Custis & Sally his wife's land. On 29 March 1844 this deed from James Coleburn & others to Peter Delastatious with certificates and acknowledgement was received in the Clerk's Office and admitted to record.5 |
Family |
John Henry (of Daniel) Benston b. c 1802 | |
| Marriage* | 13 September 1831 | She married John Henry (of Daniel) Benston, son of Daniel (of Wm of Ezekiel) Benston and Elizabeth 'Betsy' Taylor, on 13 September 1831 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown as John H. Benston and Mary Payne.2 |
Margaret Lankford1
F, b. circa 1800
| Last Edited | 26 Nov 2019 |
| Birth* | circa 1800 | Margaret Lankford was born circa 1800.1 |
| Married Name | 12 December 1822 | As of 12 December 1822,her married name was Benston.1 |
| Marriage* | 12 December 1822 | She married Nathaniel (of Wm of Ezekiel) Benston, son of William (of Ezekiel) Benston and Sarah Selby (Selby?), on 12 December 1822 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown as Nathaniel Benston and Margaret Lankford.1 |
Family |
Nathaniel (of Wm of Ezekiel) Benston b. c 1774 |
Citations
- [S594] Jody Powell, Worcester Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1795-1865.