James F. Gibbons1
M, b. circa 1820
| Birth* | circa 1820 | James F. Gibbons was born circa 1820 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | 3 February 1840 | He married Sarah Bunting on 3 February 1840.2 |
Citations
- [S2358] Rob Hall, to Moody K. Miles.
- [S564] Roy C. Pollitt, Somerset Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1796-1871.
Sarah Bunting1
F, b. circa 1820, d. circa 1895
| Birth* | circa 1820 | Sarah Bunting was born circa 1820.1 |
| Marriage* | 3 February 1840 | She married James F. Gibbons, son of Reuben Gibbons and Mary 'Polly' Maddox, on 3 February 1840.1 |
| Married Name | 3 February 1840 | As of 3 February 1840,her married name was Gibbons. |
| Death* | circa 1895 | Sarah Bunting died circa 1895.2 |
Citations
- [S564] Roy C. Pollitt, Somerset Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1796-1871.
- [S2358] Rob Hall, to Moody K. Miles.
Robert H. Gibbons1
M, b. 1835, d. before 1870
| Birth* | 1835 | Robert H. Gibbons was born in 1835 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Death* | before 1870 | He died before 1870 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
Citations
- [S2358] Rob Hall, to Moody K. Miles.
Amanda Gibbons1
F, b. 1844
| Birth* | 1844 | Amanda Gibbons was born in 1844 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
Citations
- [S2358] Rob Hall, to Moody K. Miles.
Amelia 'Milly' Lankford1
F, b. circa 1785
| Birth* | circa 1785 | Amelia 'Milly' Lankford was born circa 1785 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | 22 November 1804 | She married Zadock Gibbons Sr., son of Thomas Gibbons and Mary (-----), on 22 November 1804 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Married Name | 22 November 1804 | As of 22 November 1804,her married name was Gibbons. |
Citations
- [S564] Roy C. Pollitt, Somerset Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1796-1871.
Josiah Gibbons1
M, b. 1760
| Birth* | 1760 | Josiah Gibbons was born in 1760 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
Citations
- [S2358] Rob Hall, to Moody K. Miles.
Samuel Gibbons1
M, b. 1772, d. after 1831
| Birth* | 1772 | Samuel Gibbons was born in 1772 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | 3 December 1808 | He married Catherine McCready on 3 December 1808 at Somerset Co, MD.2 |
| Death* | after 1831 | Samuel Gibbons died after 1831 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
Citations
- [S2358] Rob Hall, to Moody K. Miles.
- [S564] Roy C. Pollitt, Somerset Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1796-1871.
Catherine McCready1
F, b. circa 1790
| Birth* | circa 1790 | Catherine McCready was born circa 1790 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | 3 December 1808 | She married Samuel Gibbons, son of Thomas Gibbons and Mary (-----), on 3 December 1808 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Married Name | 3 December 1808 | As of 3 December 1808,her married name was Gibbons. |
Citations
- [S564] Roy C. Pollitt, Somerset Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1796-1871.
John Gibbons III1
M, b. circa 1724
| Birth* | circa 1724 | John Gibbons III was born circa 1724 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
Citations
- [S2358] Rob Hall, to Moody K. Miles.
Mary Gibbons1
F, b. circa 1727
| Birth* | circa 1727 | Mary Gibbons was born circa 1727 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
Citations
- [S2358] Rob Hall, to Moody K. Miles.
Ezekiel Gibbons1
M, b. circa 1730
| Birth* | circa 1730 | Ezekiel Gibbons was born circa 1730 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
Citations
- [S2358] Rob Hall, to Moody K. Miles.
Ann Gibbons1
F, b. circa 1732
| Birth* | circa 1732 | Ann Gibbons was born circa 1732 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
Citations
- [S2358] Rob Hall, to Moody K. Miles.
William Gibbons Sr.1
M, b. circa 1734
| Birth* | circa 1734 | William Gibbons Sr. was born circa 1734 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1755 | He married Mary (-----) circa 1755.1 |
Citations
- [S2358] Rob Hall, to Moody K. Miles.
Mary (-----)1
F, b. circa 1735
Citations
- [S2358] Rob Hall, to Moody K. Miles.
Margaret Gibbons1
F, b. circa 1736
| Birth* | circa 1736 | Margaret Gibbons was born circa 1736 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
Citations
- [S2358] Rob Hall, to Moody K. Miles.
Stephen Costin IV1
M, b. 28 April 1712, d. before 1783
| Birth* | 28 April 1712 | Stephen Costin IV was born on 28 April 1712 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1735 | He married Rhoda Costin, daughter of Matthias Costin and Sarah Chambers, circa 1735.1 |
| Death* | before 1783 | Stephen Costin IV died before 1783.1 |
Citations
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 73 (Costen Family).
Comfort Costin1
F, b. 21 July 1715
| Birth* | 21 July 1715 | Comfort Costin was born on 21 July 1715 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
Citations
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 73 (Costen Family).
Elizabeth Costin1
F, b. 9 February 1717/18, d. 1772
| Birth* | 9 February 1717/18 | Elizabeth Costin was born on 9 February 1717/18 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | 2 August 1739 | She married Charles Dickerson on 2 August 1739.2 |
| Married Name | 2 August 1739 | As of 2 August 1739,her married name was Dickerson. |
| Marriage* | 1 January 1759 | Elizabeth Costin married Benjamin Benston on 1 January 1759 at Somerset Co, MD. They moved with their families to Kent Co, Del.2,3 |
| Married Name | 1 January 1759 | As of 1 January 1759,her married name was Benston. |
| Death* | 1772 | Elizabeth Costin died in 1772 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
Citations
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 73 (Costen Family).
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 73 (Costen Family) & p. 95 (Dickerson Family).
- [S2362] F. Edward Wright, Maryland Eastern Shore Vital Records, 1751-1775, Book 3, p. 79 (Coventry Parish, Somerset Co, MD Records).
Charles Dickerson1
M, b. circa 1715
Citations
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 73 (Costen Family).
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 73 (Costen Family) & p. 95 (Dickerson Family).
Benjamin Benston1
M, b. circa 1725
| Birth* | circa 1725 | Benjamin Benston was born circa 1725 at Somerset Co, MD.1,2 |
| Marriage* | circa 1750 | He married Ann (-----) circa 1750 at Somerset Co, MD.2 |
| Marriage* | 1 January 1759 | Benjamin Benston married Elizabeth Costin, daughter of Stephen Costin III and Mary Elizabeth Fogg, on 1 January 1759 at Somerset Co, MD. They moved with their families to Kent Co, Del.3,2 |
Citations
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 73 (Costen Family).
- [S2362] F. Edward Wright, Maryland Eastern Shore Vital Records, 1751-1775, Book 3, p. 79 (Coventry Parish, Somerset Co, MD Records).
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 73 (Costen Family) & p. 95 (Dickerson Family).
Esther 'Hester' Costin1
F, b. 9 February 1719/20
| Birth* | 9 February 1719/20 | Esther 'Hester' Costin was born on 9 February 1719/20 at Somerset Co, MD.1,2 |
| Marriage* | 1738 | She married Robert (of Wm) Beauchamp, son of William (of Edmund II) Beauchamp and Comfort (-----), in 1738.3 |
| Married Name | 1738 | As of 1738,her married name was Beauchamp. |
| Will - Husb's* | 3 April 1772 | Esther was named in her husband's will on 3 April 1772 at Kent Co, DE. In his will Robert Beauchamp, yeoman, named heirs: Hester; sons Jessy, John, Coston, Stephen, Levy; daughter Grace Handy, wife of William Handy. Extrs: Wife Hester and son Coston. Witt: Jonathan Emerson, Benjamin Chipman and Henry Clampitt.4 |
Citations
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 73 (Costen Family).
- [S2201] Henry C. Peden Jr. & F. Edward Wright, Colonial Families of the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Volume 12, p. 29 (The Beauchamp Family).
- [S2358] Rob Hall, to Moody K. Miles.
- [S2201] Henry C. Peden Jr. & F. Edward Wright, Colonial Families of the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Volume 12, p. 30 (The Beauchamp Family).
Robert (of Wm) Beauchamp1
M, b. circa 1718, d. before 18 August 1775
| Birth* | circa 1718 | Robert (of Wm) Beauchamp was born circa 1718 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Tax list | 1737 | He was on the tax list in 1737 at Annemessex Hundred, Somerset Co, MD. He was shown as Robert Beauchamp in the household of William Beauchamp.2 |
| Tax list | 1738 | He was on the tax list in 1738 at Annemesex Hundred, Somerset Co, MD. He was shown as a head of household.1 |
| Marriage* | 1738 | He married Esther 'Hester' Costin, daughter of Stephen Costin III and Mary Elizabeth Fogg, in 1738.3 |
| Land sold* | 1 April 1745 | Robert (of Wm) Beauchamp sold land on 1 April 1745 at tract Discovery, Somerset Co, MD. On 7 Nov 1727 Joshua Kennerly of Dorchester Co sold this tract to Edmund Beauchamp. On 18 June 1734 William Beauchamp gave to brother Robert Beauchamp all rights. On 1 April 1745 Robert Beauchamp and wife Esther sold to William Beauchamp for 5 shillings.1 |
| Will* | 3 April 1772 | Robert made a will on 3 April 1772 at Kent Co, DE. In his will Robert Beauchamp, yeoman, named heirs: Hester; sons Jessy, John, Coston, Stephen, Levy; daughter Grace Handy, wife of William Handy. Extrs: Wife Hester and son Coston. Witt: Jonathan Emerson, Benjamin Chipman and Henry Clampitt.4 |
| Death* | before 18 August 1775 | He died before 18 August 1775 at Kent Co, DE. It was on this date that his will was proved.4 |
Citations
- [S2201] Henry C. Peden Jr. & F. Edward Wright, Colonial Families of the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Volume 12, p. 29 (The Beauchamp Family).
- [S2201] Henry C. Peden Jr. & F. Edward Wright, Colonial Families of the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Volume 12, p. 24 (Beauchamp Family).
- [S2358] Rob Hall, to Moody K. Miles.
- [S2201] Henry C. Peden Jr. & F. Edward Wright, Colonial Families of the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Volume 12, p. 30 (The Beauchamp Family).
Ann Mary Costin1
F, b. circa 1721
| Birth* | circa 1721 | Ann Mary Costin was born circa 1721 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
Citations
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 73 (Costen Family).
Benton Costin Sr.1
M, b. circa 1723, d. before 28 June 1777
| Birth* | circa 1723 | Benton Costin Sr. was born circa 1723 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1745 | He married Elizabeth Dickerson, daughter of Edmond Dickerson Jr., circa 1745.2 |
| Will* | 10 June 1777 | Benton made a will on 10 June 1777 at Sussex Co, DE.2 |
| Death* | before 28 June 1777 | He died before 28 June 1777 at Broadkill Hundred, Sussex Co, DE. It was on this date that his will was probated.2 |
Citations
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 73 (Costen Family).
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 74 (Costen Family).
Ezekial Costin Sr.1
M, b. circa 1725, d. before 10 December 1784
| Birth* | circa 1725 | Ezekial Costin Sr. was born circa 1725 at Sussex Co, DE.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1750 | He married Rebeckah Harris circa 1750.2 |
| Will* | 30 October 1784 | Ezekial made a will on 30 October 1784 at Worcester Co, MD.2 |
| Death* | before 10 December 1784 | He died before 10 December 1784 at Worcester Co, MD. It was on this date that his will was probated.2 |
Citations
- [S2358] Rob Hall, to Moody K. Miles.
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 74 (Costen Family).
Elizabeth Riggin1
F, b. circa 1725, d. 5 December 1760
| Birth* | circa 1725 | Elizabeth Riggin was born circa 1725 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | 29 December 1745 | She married Matthias Costin Sr., son of Stephen Costin III and Mary Elizabeth Fogg, on 29 December 1745 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Married Name | 29 December 1745 | As of 29 December 1745,her married name was Costin. |
| Death* | 5 December 1760 | Elizabeth Riggin died on 5 December 1760 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
Citations
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 73 (Costen Family).
- [S3011] Ed Smith < and e-mail address>, Smith Family History.5 000-2_2012-04-08(1).
John Parsons1
M, b. circa 1700
| Birth* | circa 1700 | John Parsons was born circa 1700 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
Citations
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 73 (Costen Family).
Mary Costin1
F, b. 15 January 1746/47, d. before 1833
| Birth* | 15 January 1746/47 | Mary Costin was born on 15 January 1746/47 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Married Name | before 1775 | As of before 1775,her married name was Taylor. |
| Marriage | before 1775 | She married Abraham Taylor before 1775 at Somerset Co, MD.2 |
| Married Name | circa 1803 | As of circa 1803,her married name was Simpson. |
| Marriage* | circa 1803 | Mary Costin married Benjamin(?) Simpson circa 1803 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 7 June 1803 | Mary was named in her father's will on 7 June 1803 at Somerset Co, MD. In his will Mathias Costen gave daughters Mary Simpson? and Esther Smith, land in Morumsco. To grandson Mathias Costen Taylor, land near Benjamin Cottman. To grandson William Costen, land on Morumsco Creek near Robert Riggen. To Comfort Maddux. To son William Costen (Extr) and tracts Costens Care & Costens Trouble. Witt: Levin Maddux, Isaac Harris & George Furniss.3 |
| Death* | before 1833 | She died before 1833 at Somerset Co, MD.2 |
Citations
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 73 (Costen Family).
- [S3181] Rob Hall (C.R.V. Hall) < and e-mail address>, Ancestors of Nicholas P. Cudnik.
- [S2172] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book EB 23, 1800-1820, p. 23 (will of Mathias Costen).
- [S1955] C.R.V. 'Rob' Hall,.
Benjamin(?) Simpson1
M, b. circa 1745, d. before September 1834
| Birth* | circa 1745 | Benjamin(?) Simpson was born circa 1745 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1803 | He married Mary Costin, daughter of Matthias Costin Sr. and Elizabeth Riggin, circa 1803 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Death* | before September 1834 | Benjamin(?) Simpson died before September 1834 at Somerset Co, MD.2 |
Citations
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 73 (Costen Family).
- [S3181] Rob Hall (C.R.V. Hall) < and e-mail address>, Ancestors of Nicholas P. Cudnik.
Esther Costin1
F, b. 13 November 1751, d. before 5 December 1826
| Birth* | 13 November 1751 | Esther Costin was born on 13 November 1751 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1770 | She married Samuel Smith, son of William Smith and Mary (-----), circa 1770 at Somerset Co, MD.2 |
| Married Name | circa 1770 | As of circa 1770,her married name was Smith. |
| Will - Husb's* | 14 June 1813 | Esther was named in her husband's will on 14 June 1813 at Somerset Co, MD. Samuel Smith Sr's will reads as follows:
In the Name of God Amen. Samuel Smith, Sr. Somerset County, being weak and feeble thru the infirmities of age but of sound and disposing mind, memory and understanding do make and ordain this my last and testament in manner and form following. I give unto my wife Esther Smith, my best riding carriage and one third part of my personal estate to be disposed of by her at her own discretion. give unto my sons James Smith, Samuel Smith and my son-in-law William Boggs and my daughter Rosanna Smith a privilege and use of the road that leads from my dwelling place to the county road at a schoolhouse to them and their heirs and assigns for no other use than a road and that to be used by each of them with as small injury to the others as may be.
I give to William Boggs, James Smith and Samuel Smith whom appoint trustees for the purpose herein after mentioned all that parcel of land whereas my son Whitty Smith now lives being part of several tracts of land bounded on the west by the county road and the land which formerly belong to Beauchamp Davis and bounded on the North by the land of Davis aforesaid and Jessie Adams land and on the East by the said Jessie Adams land and William Boggs land and bounded on the South by John Chapman's land and the land belonging to the heirs of John Schoolfield, deceased. Containing one hundred and sixteen acres more or less which said lands I give to the said William Boggs, James Smith and Samuel Smith in trust that they or either of them or either of their heirs permit the said lands to be tended or rented out or used in the most profitable manner that they or the acting part of them think most expedient and that they permit my son Whitty Smith to live in the dwelling house and work in the shop thereon at his trade or other work as he chooses, and in further trust that my said trustees or the acting part of them apply all the net profits arising from the said lands towards the support and maintenance of the said Whitty Smith and his wife and children. To be expended for that purpose in any manner that my said trustees thinks most proper for their advantage and benefit. And in further trust that after the death of my said son Whitty Smith or before his death provided he gives his consent thereto and signify the same in writing under his hand will attested that my said trustees or their active part of them or their heirs sell the aforesaid one hundred and sixteen acres of land with its appurtenances at sale to the best bidder for ready money or on a credit as they think best and divide the purchase money arising from the sale thereof in equal shares amongst the said Whitty Smith children which may then be living and any should be dead and left lawful issue of their body such as to have the share that would have been the parents dividend if alive and the said heirs or either of them or either of their heirs to convey the said lands to the purchase by deed in fee simple and such conveyance to be good and valid in law.
Item. I give and bequeath to my son James Smith all that parcel of land whereon he now lives beginning at a marked Black Gum in the mouth of a small branch near the main run of Morumsco Branch on the south east corner of Elijah Boston's land and running from the said Black Gum and running up by and with a ditch in the said small branch to Phillip Adams land thence Easterly by and with Phillip Adams to Thomas Adams land thence Northerly by and with Thomas Adams land and a road in the same direction crossing Morumsco Branch to Henry H Curtis's land thence westerly by and with Henry H Curtis's land to Elijah Boston's land thence by and with Elijah Boston's land to the beginning containing thirty five acres of land more or less to him and to his heirs and assigns forever.
Item. I give and bequeath to my daughter Rosanna Smith and her heirs and assigns forever all that parcel of land whereon Thomas Potter now lives bounded as followith beginning at a marked Black Gum being a former boundary between my land and Levin Beauchamp's land and running from the said Black Gum South 42 degrees East by and with a ditch one hundred and fifty perches to a turn said ditch thence south four degrees thirty minutes West by and with a line of marked trees one hundred and five perches thence South Easterly ten perches to a marked pine being the second boundary a small parcel of land I purchased of Peirce Chapman thence with the said small parcel land Southeast seventeen and one half
perches to a small white gum being the third bounder of the said parcel of land purchased of Peirce Chapman as aforesaid thence westerly by and with John Chapman's land to a marked Maple being a corner tree of the said John Chapman's land and a bounder of a parcel of land I purchased from William Adams and from thence running North westerly to a post set up at a corner of William Boggs land on the south side of the Hazel Ridge thence North nineteen degrees West by and with a line of marked trees ninety five perches to a post set up on the North side of the road that leads from my dwelling place to the County Road thence north thirty three degrees thirty minutes West one hundred and seventy one perches
to a post at a large ditch in Morumsco Branch thence North Easterly by and with the said large ditch to the beginning containing ninety two and one half acre of land more or less to her and her heirs and assigns forever.
Item. give and bequeath unto my son Samuel Smith the land and Plantation whereon I now live with all the remainder of my lands in Somerset County with their appurtenances not before mentioned being part of several tracts of land containing one hundred and eighty six acres of land more or less to him and his heirs and assigns forever.
I do hereby direct and it is my that in case either of my sons or daughters or son in law or daughter in law should contest or bring against me or my estate any account or claim otherwise than under my hand and seal in writing that such claim or claims shall not be paid. Unless such claimant bring in all that he, or she or they have had of me or may claim in virtue of this and suffer the same to make part of my estate and not then to be paid unless the said claim be legally, fixed and established by proper voucher. But all claims that any of them may have against me in writing under my hand and seal to be paid when duly proved according to law.
Item. give unto my four daughters Elizabeth Boggs, Polly Lippencott, Hetty Gibbons, and Rosanna Smith all the remainder of my estate to be equally divided among them, share and share alike.
Lastly I do hereby appoint my wife Esther Smith Executrix of this my and she refuses to act I appoint William Boggs my Executor of this my and if he dies or refuses to act appoint James Smith as my Executor and if he dies or refuses to act appoint my son Samuel Smith to be Executor of this to be my last and testament. But in case all who are interested in my Estate (except my son Whitty's children) should be of lawful age at my death. I desire my debts to be paid and no administration to be made of my goods and chattel farther then enable my Executor to collect my debts and distribute my estate according to the true intent and meaning of this my last and do hereby ratify and confirm this to be my last will and testament. I testimony whereof have hereunto set my hand and affixed my seal this 14th day of June in the year of our Lord God Eighteen Hundred and Thirteen.
Witnesses: John Stewart, Zadock Long, and Parker Selby.3 |
| Will* | 15 December 1817 | Esther made a will on 15 December 1817 at Somerset Co, MD. In her will Esther Smith named 4 daughters - Elizabeth Boggs, Mary Pool, Hetty Gibbons and Rosanna Waters. William Boggs Extr. Witt: Elizabeth Williams, Isaac Williams and Elizabeth C. Lippincott.4 |
| Death* | before 5 December 1826 | She died before 5 December 1826 at Somerset Co, MD. It was on this date that her will was proved.4 |
Citations
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 73 (Costen Family).
- [S3014] Ed Smith < and e-mail address>, Samuel and Esther (Costin) Smith Updates to the MilesFiles.
- [S3014] Ed Smith < and e-mail address>, Samuel and Esther (Costin) Smith Updates to the MilesFiles, citing Somerset Co, MD Liber EB 23, Folio's 216 & 217 (will of Samuel Smith Sr., wife Esther).
- [S2161] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book JP 4, 1820-1837, p. 30 (will of Esther Smith).
- [S3010] Edward M. Smith <, e-mail address>, - Philip Goldsbouorgh <, e-mail address> and & Becky F. Miller, Somerset County Cemetery Research Team.
- [S3010] Edward M. Smith <, e-mail address>, - Philip Goldsbouorgh <, e-mail address> and & Becky F. Miller, Somerset County Cemetery Research Team, citing Somerset Co, MD Liber EB 23, Folio's 216 & 217 (will of Samuel Smith Sr., wife Esther).
- [S2172] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book EB 23, 1800-1820, p. 54 (will of Samuel Smith, wife Esther).
Levin Costin1
M, b. 18 July 1758
| Birth* | 18 July 1758 | Levin Costin was born on 18 July 1758 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
Citations
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 73 (Costen Family).
Matthias Costin Jr.1
M, b. 4 August 1771
| Birth* | 4 August 1771 | Matthias Costin Jr. was born on 4 August 1771 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1795 | He married Peggy Riggin circa 1795.2 |
Citations
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 73 (Costen Family).
- [S2358] Rob Hall, to Moody K. Miles.
Sarah Costin1
F, b. 13 September 1772
| Birth* | 13 September 1772 | Sarah Costin was born on 13 September 1772 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
Citations
- [S2358] Rob Hall, to Moody K. Miles.
Peggy Riggin1
F, b. circa 1775
Citations
- [S2358] Rob Hall, to Moody K. Miles.
Elizabeth Dickerson1
F, b. circa 1725
Citations
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 74 (Costen Family).
Edmond Dickerson Jr.1
M, b. circa 1700
| Birth* | circa 1700 | Edmond Dickerson Jr. was born circa 1700.1 |
Citations
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 74 (Costen Family).
Benton Costin Jr.1
M, b. circa 1745, d. before 25 February 1786
| Birth* | circa 1745 | Benton Costin Jr. was born circa 1745 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Death* | before 25 February 1786 | He died before 25 February 1786 at Sussex Co, DE.1 |
Citations
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 74 (Costen Family).
Comfort Costin1
F, b. 12 March 1753, d. 3 August 1828
| Birth* | 12 March 1753 | Comfort Costin was born on 12 March 1753 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1775 | She married Peter Clemens, son of Stephen Clemens and Susannah Mason, circa 1775.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1775 | As of circa 1775,her married name was Clemens. |
| Death* | 3 August 1828 | Comfort Costin died on 3 August 1828 at Clemmonsville, Forsythe Co, NC, at age 75.1 |
Citations
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 74 (Costen Family).
Stephen Costin1
M, b. circa 1755, d. after 1832
| Birth* | circa 1755 | Stephen Costin was born circa 1755 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1785 | He married Elizabeth Milby, daughter of Levin Milby, circa 1785.1 |
| Death* | after 1832 | Stephen Costin died after 1832.1 |
Citations
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 74 (Costen Family).
Elizabeth Milby1
F, b. circa 1760
Citations
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 74 (Costen Family).
Levin Milby1
M, b. circa 1730
| Birth* | circa 1730 | Levin Milby was born circa 1730.1 |
Citations
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 74 (Costen Family).
Somerset Dickerson Costin1
M, b. circa 1760, d. before 12 December 1791
| Birth* | circa 1760 | Somerset Dickerson Costin was born circa 1760.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1780 | He married Elizabeth (-----) circa 1780.1 |
| Death* | before 12 December 1791 | Somerset Dickerson Costin died before 12 December 1791. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Somerset Costen was granted to wife Elizabeth Costen and Stephen Redden.1 |
Citations
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 74 (Costen Family).
Elizabeth (-----)1
F, b. circa 1760
| Birth* | circa 1760 | Elizabeth (-----) was born circa 1760.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1780 | She married Somerset Dickerson Costin, son of Benton Costin Sr. and Elizabeth Dickerson, circa 1780.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1780 | As of circa 1780,her married name was Costin. |
| Administrator* | 12 December 1791 | Elizabeth was named as administrator of an estate on 12 December 1791 at Somerset Co, MD. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Somerset Costen was granted to wife Elizabeth Costen and Stephen Redden.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1795 | She married William Spicer circa 1795.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1795 | As of circa 1795,her married name was Spicer. |
Citations
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 74 (Costen Family).
William Spicer1
M, b. circa 1760
| Birth* | circa 1760 | William Spicer was born circa 1760.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1795 | He married Elizabeth (-----) circa 1795.1 |
Citations
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 74 (Costen Family).
Matthias Costin1
M, b. circa 1762
| Birth* | circa 1762 | Matthias Costin was born circa 1762.1 |
Citations
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 74 (Costen Family).
Director Costin1
F, b. circa 1758, d. before 20 July 1784
| Birth* | circa 1758 | Director Costin was born circa 1758 at Sussex Co, DE.1 |
| Will* | 3 July 1784 | Director made a will on 3 July 1784 at Sussex Co, DE. Her will names as heirs son Elisha Costen and brother Somerset Costen.1 |
| Death* | before 20 July 1784 | She died before 20 July 1784 at Sussex Co, DE. It was on this date that her will was probated.1 |
Citations
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 74 (Costen Family).
Elisha Costin1
M, b. circa 1780
| Birth* | circa 1780 | Elisha Costin was born circa 1780 at Sussex Co, DE.1 |
Citations
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 74 (Costen Family).
Euphemia Costin1
F, b. circa 1770
| Birth* | circa 1770 | Euphemia Costin was born circa 1770 at Sussex Co, DE.1 |
| Marriage* | 26 January 1789 | She married Zachariah Pettyjohn on 26 January 1789 at Sussex Co, DE.1 |
| Married Name | 26 January 1789 | As of 26 January 1789,her married name was Pettyjohn. |
Citations
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 74 (Costen Family).
Zachariah Pettyjohn1
M, b. circa 1770
Citations
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 74 (Costen Family).
Rebeckah Harris1,2
F, b. circa 1725
Citations
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 74 (Costen Family).
- [S3181] Rob Hall (C.R.V. Hall) < and e-mail address>, Ancestors of Nicholas P. Cudnik.
Ezekiel Costin1
M, b. circa 1752
| Birth* | circa 1752 | Ezekiel Costin was born circa 1752 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
Citations
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 74 (Costen Family).
John (of Ezekial) Costin1
M, b. circa 1754
| Birth* | circa 1754 | John (of Ezekial) Costin was born circa 1754 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
Citations
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 74 (Costen Family).
Mary Costin1
F, b. circa 1756
| Birth* | circa 1756 | Mary Costin was born circa 1756 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1775 | She married (-----) Aydelotte circa 1775.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1775 | As of circa 1775,her married name was Aydelotte. |
Citations
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 74 (Costen Family).
(-----) Aydelotte1
M, b. circa 1755
Citations
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 74 (Costen Family).
Henry Costin1
M, b. circa 1756
| Birth* | circa 1756 | Henry Costin was born circa 1756 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
Citations
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 75 (Costen Family).
Eli Costin1
M, b. circa 1758
| Birth* | circa 1758 | Eli Costin was born circa 1758 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
Citations
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 75 (Costen Family).
Isaac Costin III1
M, b. circa 1760
| Birth* | circa 1760 | Isaac Costin III was born circa 1760 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
Citations
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 75 (Costen Family).
Jesse Costin1
M, b. circa 1742, d. before 15 February 1768
| Birth* | circa 1742 | Jesse Costin was born circa 1742 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1765 | He married (-----) (-----) circa 1765.1 |
| Death* | before 15 February 1768 | Jesse Costin died before 15 February 1768 at Worcester Co, MD. He was shown as Jesse Costen when his inventory was filed, next of kin listed were Leah and Mary Costen.1 |
Citations
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 75 (Costen Family).
Levi Costin1
M, b. circa 1765
| Birth* | circa 1765 | Levi Costin was born circa 1765 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Grfath's* | 24 April 1772 | Levi was named in his grandfather's will on 24 April 1772 at Somerset Co, MD. He was shown as Levi, son of Jesse Costen, in the will of Isaac Costen.1 |
Citations
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 75 (Costen Family).
(-----) (-----)
F, b. circa 1720
| Birth* | circa 1720 | (-----) (-----) was born circa 1720. |
| Marriage* | circa 1742 | She married Isaac Costin II, son of Isaac Costin I and Rose Smullen, circa 1742. |
| Married Name | circa 1742 | As of circa 1742,her married name was Costin. |
(-----) (-----)1
F, b. circa 1745
| Birth* | circa 1745 | (-----) (-----) was born circa 1745.1 |
| Marriage | circa 1765 | She married Jesse Costin, son of Isaac Costin II and (-----) (-----), circa 1765.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1765 | As of circa 1765,her married name was Costin. |
Citations
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 75 (Costen Family).
Caroline Milbourn1
F, b. circa 1825, d. 4 May 1860
| Birth* | circa 1825 | Caroline Milbourn was born circa 1825 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | 25 August 1846 | She married Henry B. Cottman, son of Benjamin Cottman and Polly Callahan, on 25 August 1846 at Somerset Co, MD. They were shown as Henry Cottman and Caroline Milbourn.1 |
| Married Name | 25 August 1846 | As of 25 August 1846,her married name was Cottman. |
| Census w/husband* | 1850 | Caroline was listed with her husband in the census of 1850 at Dublin District, Somerset Co, MD. She was shown as Caroline Cottman, age 25 in HH#955 headed by Henry Cottman, a 38 year old farmer.2 |
| Death* | 4 May 1860 | She died on 4 May 1860.3 |
Citations
- [S564] Roy C. Pollitt, Somerset Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1796-1871.
- [S584] Ruth T. Dryden, 1850 Somerset County, Maryland, Census.
- [S2292] Edited by Pauline Batchelder Matthew M. Wise, The Long Family of Maryland, p. 55-56 (M2-312 Sarah E. Long).
- [S588] John C. Barnes, 1860 Somerset County, Maryland, Census.
Sarah E. Long1
F, b. 22 July 1833, d. 24 February 1910
| Birth* | 22 July 1833 | Sarah E. Long was born on 22 July 1833 at Cokesbury, Somerset Co, MD. She was baptized at St. Peter's Methodist Church, Hopewell.3 |
| Marriage* | 20 November 1860 | She married Henry B. Cottman, son of Benjamin Cottman and Polly Callahan, on 20 November 1860 at Somerset Co, MD.4 |
| Married Name | 20 November 1860 | As of 20 November 1860,her married name was Cottman. |
| Census w/husband* | 1870 | Sarah was listed with her husband in the census of 1870 at Princess Anne P.O., Dublin District, Somerset Co, MD. She was shown as Sarah Cottman, age 35 in HH#35 headed by Henry Cottman, a 60 year old farmer.5 |
| Census w/husband* | 1880 | Sarah was listed with her husband in the census of 1880 at Dublin District, Somerset Co, MD. She was shown as Sarah Cotman, a 44 year old wife in HH#9 headed by Henry Cotman, a 61 year old farmer.6 |
| Death* | 24 February 1910 | She died on 24 February 1910 at age 76.1 |
| Burial* | | Sarah was buried at Emmanuel Methodist Church, East Princess Anne, Somerset Co, MD.3 |
Citations
- [S2292] Edited by Pauline Batchelder Matthew M. Wise, The Long Family of Maryland, p. 53 (M2-31 John Handy Long).
- [S2292] Edited by Pauline Batchelder Matthew M. Wise, The Long Family of Maryland, p. 52-53 (M2-31 John Handy Long).
- [S2292] Edited by Pauline Batchelder Matthew M. Wise, The Long Family of Maryland, p. 55-56 (M2-312 Sarah E. Long).
- [S564] Roy C. Pollitt, Somerset Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1796-1871.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1870 Federal Census, Somerset Co, MD.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1880 Federal Census, Somerset Co, MD.
James H. Cottman1,2
M, b. 1847, d. 1925
| Birth* | 1847 | James H. Cottman was born in 1847 at Somerset Co, MD.2 |
| Census w/parents* | 1850 | James was listed with his parents in the census of 1850 at Dublin District, Somerset Co, MD. He was shown as Joseph H. Cottman, age 2 in HH#955 headed by Henry Cottman, a 38 year old farmer.1 |
| Census w/father* | 1860 | James was listed with his father in the census of 1860 at Dublin District, Somerset Co, MD. He was shown as James Cottman, age 13 in HH#604 headed by Henry Cottman, a 46 year old farmer.3 |
| Marriage* | 20 December 1887 | He married Marian M. Kelly on 20 December 1887 at Somerset Co, MD.4 |
| Death* | 1925 | James H. Cottman died in 1925 at Somerset Co, MD.2 |
| Burial* | | James was buried at Quindocqua Methodist Episcopal Church Cemetery adjacent to St. Pauls Churchyard, Marion, Somerset Co, MD. His tombstone shows him as James H. Cottman, 1847-1925.2 |
Citations
- [S584] Ruth T. Dryden, 1850 Somerset County, Maryland, Census.
- [S593] Comp Ruth T. Dryden, Cemetery Records of Somerset County, Maryland.
- [S588] John C. Barnes, 1860 Somerset County, Maryland, Census.
- [S595] Ruth T. Dryden, Lower Eastern Shore Maryland Marriages (including the counties of Somerset, Worcester, Wicomico) 1865-1906.
Charles E. Cottman1
M, b. July 1854
| Birth* | July 1854 | Charles E. Cottman was born in July 1854 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Census w/father* | 1860 | Charles was listed with his father in the census of 1860 at Dublin District, Somerset Co, MD. He was shown as Charles Cottman, age 7 in HH#604 headed by Henry Cottman, a 46 year old farmer.2 |
| Census w/father | 1870 | Charles was listed with his father in the census of 1870 at Princess Anne P.O., Dublin District, Somerset Co, MD. He was shown as Charles Cottman, age 15 in HH#35 headed by Henry Cottman, a 60 year old farmer.3 |
Citations
- [S2292] Edited by Pauline Batchelder Matthew M. Wise, The Long Family of Maryland, p. 55-56 (M2-312 Sarah E. Long).
- [S588] John C. Barnes, 1860 Somerset County, Maryland, Census.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1870 Federal Census, Somerset Co, MD.
Elizabeth Katherine Cottman1
F, b. 27 December 1861, d. 27 December 1930
| Birth* | 27 December 1861 | Elizabeth Katherine Cottman was born on 27 December 1861 at Somerset Co, MD. Baptized at St. Peter's Church, Hopewell. Tombstone shows 1861.1 |
| Census w/parents* | 1870 | Elizabeth was listed with her parents in the census of 1870 at Princess Anne P.O., Dublin District, Somerset Co, MD. She was shown as Eliza Cottman, age 6 in HH#35 headed by Henry Cottman, a 60 year old farmer.2 |
| Census w/parents | 1880 | Elizabeth was listed with her parents in the census of 1880 at Dublin District, Somerset Co, MD. She was shown as Eliza Cotman, an 18 year old daughter in HH#9 headed by Henry Cottman, a 61 year old farmer.3 |
| Marriage* | 25 February 1903 | She married Joshua A. Powell on 25 February 1903 at Somerset Co, MD. They were shown as Joshua A. Powell, a 44 year old widower and Eliza Cottman, age 42.4 |
| Married Name | 25 February 1903 | As of 25 February 1903,her married name was Powell. |
| Death* | 27 December 1930 | Elizabeth Katherine Cottman died on 27 December 1930 at King's Creek, Somerset Co, MD, at age 69.1 |
Citations
- [S2292] Edited by Pauline Batchelder Matthew M. Wise, The Long Family of Maryland, p. 55-56 (M2-312 Sarah E. Long).
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1870 Federal Census, Somerset Co, MD.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1880 Federal Census, Somerset Co, MD.
- [S595] Ruth T. Dryden, Lower Eastern Shore Maryland Marriages (including the counties of Somerset, Worcester, Wicomico) 1865-1906.
Ida F. Cottman1
F, b. September 1867, d. 4 August 1876
| Birth* | September 1867 | Ida F. Cottman was born in September 1867 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Census w/parents* | 1870 | Ida was listed with her parents in the census of 1870 at Princess Anne P.O., Dublin District, Somerset Co, MD. She was shown as Ida Cottman, age 4 in HH#35 headed by Henry Cottman, a 60 year old farmer.2 |
| Death* | 4 August 1876 | She died on 4 August 1876 at Somerset Co, MD, at age 8.1 |
Citations
- [S2292] Edited by Pauline Batchelder Matthew M. Wise, The Long Family of Maryland, p. 55-56 (M2-312 Sarah E. Long).
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1870 Federal Census, Somerset Co, MD.
John Benjamin Cottman1
M, b. 3 September 1869, d. 6 September 1931
| Birth* | 3 September 1869 | John Benjamin Cottman was born on 3 September 1869 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Census w/parents* | 1870 | John was listed with his parents in the census of 1870 at Princess Anne P.O., Dublin District, Somerset Co, MD. He was shown as John Cottman, age 2 in HH#35 headed by Henry Cottman, a 60 year old farmer.2 |
| Death* | 6 September 1931 | He died on 6 September 1931 at Cokesbury, Somerset Co, MD, at age 62.1 |
Citations
- [S2292] Edited by Pauline Batchelder Matthew M. Wise, The Long Family of Maryland, p. 55-56 (M2-312 Sarah E. Long).
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1870 Federal Census, Somerset Co, MD.
Benjamin Cottman1
M, b. circa 1870
| Birth* | circa 1870 | Benjamin Cottman was born circa 1870 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Census w/parents* | 1880 | Benjamin was listed with his parents in the census of 1880 at Dublin District, Somerset Co, MD. He was shown as Benjamin Cotman, age 10 in HH#9 headed by Henry Cottman, a 61 year old farmer.1 |
Citations
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1880 Federal Census, Somerset Co, MD.
William Allison Cottman1
M, b. 17 September 1871, d. 26 February 1949
| Birth* | 17 September 1871 | William Allison Cottman was born on 17 September 1871 at Perryhawkin, Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Census w/parents* | 1880 | William was listed with his parents in the census of 1880 at Princess Anne P.O., Dublin District, Somerset Co, MD. He was shown as William Cotman, an 8 year old son in a household headed by Henry Cotman, age 61.(COLOR:1,1,1,255,255,255)(:COLOR.)2 |
| Marriage* | 4 February 1903 | He married Laura Elizabeth Beauchamp on 4 February 1903 at Somerset Co, MD.3 |
| Death* | 26 February 1949 | William Allison Cottman died on 26 February 1949 at Cokesbury, Somerset Co, MD, at age 77.1 |
| Burial* | | William was buried at Emmanuel Cemetery, Cokesbury, Somerset Co, MD.1 |
Citations
- [S2292] Edited by Pauline Batchelder Matthew M. Wise, The Long Family of Maryland, p. 55-56 (M2-312 Sarah E. Long).
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1880 Federal Census, Somerset Co, MD.
- [S595] Ruth T. Dryden, Lower Eastern Shore Maryland Marriages (including the counties of Somerset, Worcester, Wicomico) 1865-1906.
Joseph Cottman1
M, b. circa 1784
| Birth* | circa 1784 | Joseph Cottman was born circa 1784 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 2 June 1799 | Joseph was named in his father's will on 2 June 1799 at Somerset Co, MD. In his will Jospeh Cottman named sons John (Extr) & Joseph (land) and daughters Hannah, Sushey & Jane.3 |
| Marriage* | circa 1802 | He married Esther Hough Stewart circa 1802 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Mother's* | 7 May 1811 | Joseph was named in his mother's will on 7 May 1811 at Somerset Co, MD. He was shown as son Joseph Cottman in the will of Bridget Cottman.4 |
| Will - Witnessed | 13 November 1815 | Joseph witnessed a will on 13 November 1815 at Somerset Co, MD. It was on this date that John Woolford, George Dashiell & Joseph Cottman witnessed the will of William Cottman, wife Jane.5 |
| Will - Brother's* | 2 March 1816 | Joseph was named in his brother's will on 2 March 1816 at Somerset Co, MD. He was shown as brother Jospeh Cottman and named Extr in the will of John Cottman, wife Biddy.6 |
| Will - Witnessed* | 2 July 1816 | Joseph witnessed a will on 2 July 1816 at Somerset Co, MD. It was on this date that Joseph Cottman, Jane Cottman & George A. Dashiell witnessed the will of Janed Cottman, Wicomico Creek.7 |
Citations
- [S584] Ruth T. Dryden, 1850 Somerset County, Maryland, Census, p. 43 (Notes with the Joseph S. Cottman HH TR#1944).
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 80 (Cottman Family).
- [S1053] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book EB 7, 1788-1799, p. 54 (will of Joseph Cottman).
- [S2172] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book EB 23, 1800-1820, p. 49 (will of Bridget Cottman).
- [S2172] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book EB 23, 1800-1820, p. 59 (will of William Cottman, wife Jane).
- [S2172] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book EB 23, 1800-1820, p. 60 (will of John Cottman, wife Biddy).
- [S2172] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book EB 23, 1800-1820, p. 62 (will of Jane Cottman, Wicomico Creek).
Esther Hough Stewart1
F, b. 2 January 1776, d. 21 April 1813
| Birth* | 2 January 1776 | Esther Hough Stewart was born on 2 January 1776 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1802 | She married Joseph Cottman, son of Joseph Cottman and Bridget (-----), circa 1802 at Somerset Co, MD.2 |
| Married Name | circa 1802 | As of circa 1802,her married name was Cottman. |
| Death* | 21 April 1813 | Esther Hough Stewart died on 21 April 1813 at Somerset Co, MD, at age 37.1 |
| Burial* | | Esther was buried at St. Andrews Episcopal Churchyard, Pincess Anne, Somerset Co, MD. Her tombstone shows her as Esther Hough Stewart, wife of Wm, 2 Jan 1776 -21 Apr 1813. (NOTE: Wife of Wm may be in error in Dryden's book, as it seems she should have been the wife of Joseph and the mother of Col. Joseph Stewart Cottman who she was buried near.)1 |
Citations
- [S593] Comp Ruth T. Dryden, Cemetery Records of Somerset County, Maryland.
- [S584] Ruth T. Dryden, 1850 Somerset County, Maryland, Census, p. 43 (Notes with the Joseph S. Cottman HH TR#1944).
Elizabeth Dennis Cottman1
F, b. 30 August 1836, d. 19 July 1852
| Birth* | 30 August 1836 | Elizabeth Dennis Cottman was born on 30 August 1836 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Census w/parents* | 1850 | Elizabeth was listed with her parents in the census of 1850 at Trappe District, Somerset Co, MD. She was shown as Elizabeth Cottman Jr., age 14, in HH#1944 headed by Joseph S. Cottman, a 47 year old farmer.2 |
| Death* | 19 July 1852 | She died on 19 July 1852 at Somerset Co, MD, at age 15.1 |
| Burial* | | Elizabeth was buried at St. Andrews Episcopal Churchyard, Pincess Anne, Somerset Co, MD. Her tombstone shows her as Elizabeth Dennis Cottman, daughter of Joseph.1 |
Citations
- [S593] Comp Ruth T. Dryden, Cemetery Records of Somerset County, Maryland.
- [S584] Ruth T. Dryden, 1850 Somerset County, Maryland, Census, p. 43 (Notes with the Joseph S. Cottman HH TR#1944).
Esther Cottman1
F, b. circa 1840
| Birth* | circa 1840 | Esther Cottman was born circa 1840 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Census w/parents* | 1850 | Esther was listed with her parents in the census of 1850 at Trappe District, Somerset Co, MD. She was shown as Esther Cottman, age 10 in HH#1944 headed by Joseph S. Cottman, a 47 year old farmer.1 |
| Census w/parents | 1860 | Esther was listed with her parents in the census of 1860 at Trappe District, Somerset Co, MD. She was shown as Esther Cottman, age 18 in HH#1759 headed by Joseph S. Cottman, a 56 year old farmer.2 |
Citations
- [S584] Ruth T. Dryden, 1850 Somerset County, Maryland, Census.
- [S588] John C. Barnes, 1860 Somerset County, Maryland, Census.
Joseph Cottman1
M, b. 2 November 1761, d. before 18 June 1799
| Birth* | 2 November 1761 | Joseph Cottman was born on 2 November 1761 at Coventry Parish, Somerset Co, MD.1,2 |
| Marriage* | circa 1782 | He married Bridget (-----) circa 1782 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Will* | 2 June 1799 | Joseph made a will on 2 June 1799 at Somerset Co, MD. To sons John Extr and Joseph lands. To daughters Hannah, Sushey and Jane. Witt: William Polk Sr., Josiah Polk & William Cottman.1,3 |
| Death* | before 18 June 1799 | He died before 18 June 1799 at Somerset Co, MD. It was on this date that his will was probated.1,3 |
Citations
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 80 (Cottman Family).
- [S2362] F. Edward Wright, Maryland Eastern Shore Vital Records, 1751-1775, Book 3, p. 94 (Coventry Parish).
- [S1053] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book EB 7, 1788-1799, p. 54 (will of Joseph Cottman).
Bridget (-----)1
F, b. circa 1750, d. before 1 June 1813
| Birth* | circa 1750 | Bridget (-----) was born circa 1750.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1782 | She married Joseph Cottman, son of Joseph Cottman and Margaret Hayward (Hayward?), circa 1782 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1782 | As of circa 1782,her married name was Cottman. |
| Will* | 7 May 1811 | Bridget made a will on 7 May 1811 at Somerset Co, MD. To daughters Jane Cottman, Susan Cottman, Henny Waters. To grandchildren William Edward Waters, Susan Jane Waters, Mary Hayward Waters, John Cottman Waters, children of daughter Henny. To son Joseph Cottman. Witt: William Cottman & Levin Walter.1,2 |
| Death* | before 1 June 1813 | She died before 1 June 1813 at Somerset Co, MD. It was on this date that her will was probated.1,2 |
Citations
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 80 (Cottman Family).
- [S2172] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book EB 23, 1800-1820, p. 49 (will of Bridget Cottman).
Jane Cottman1
F, b. circa 1782
| Birth* | circa 1782 | Jane Cottman was born circa 1782 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 2 June 1799 | Jane was named in her father's will on 2 June 1799 at Somerset Co, MD. In his will Jospeh Cottman named sons John (Extr) & Joseph (land) and daughters Hannah, Sushey & Jane.2 |
| Will - Mother's* | 7 May 1811 | Jane was named in her mother's will on 7 May 1811 at Somerset Co, MD. She was shown as daughter Jane Cottman in the will of Bridget Cottman.3 |
| Will - Brother's* | 2 March 1816 | Jane was named in her brother's will on 2 March 1816 at Somerset Co, MD. She was shown as sister Jane Cottman in the will of John Cottman, wife Biddy.4 |
| Will - Witnessed* | 2 July 1816 | Jane witnessed a will on 2 July 1816 at Somerset Co, MD. It was on this date that Joseph Cottman, Jane Cottman & George A. Dashiell witnessed the will of Janed Cottman, Wicomico Creek.5 |
| Census head* | 1850 | Jane was listed as a head of household in the census of 1850 at Hungary Neck, Somerset Co, MD. She was shown as Jane Cottman the head of HH#1672, age 68. Listed with her was Sophia Simms, age 25.6 |
| Census head | 1860 | Jane was listed as a head of household in the census of 1860 at Hungary Neck, Somerset Co, MD. She was shown as Jane Cottman the head of HH#101, an 80 year old farmer with real estate valued at $5,000 and personal property valued at $500.7 |
Citations
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 80 (Cottman Family).
- [S1053] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book EB 7, 1788-1799, p. 54 (will of Joseph Cottman).
- [S2172] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book EB 23, 1800-1820, p. 49 (will of Bridget Cottman).
- [S2172] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book EB 23, 1800-1820, p. 60 (will of John Cottman, wife Biddy).
- [S2172] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book EB 23, 1800-1820, p. 62 (will of Jane Cottman, Wicomico Creek).
- [S584] Ruth T. Dryden, 1850 Somerset County, Maryland, Census.
- [S588] John C. Barnes, 1860 Somerset County, Maryland, Census.
Priscilla Cottman1
F, b. circa 1818
| Birth* | circa 1818 | Priscilla Cottman was born circa 1818 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Anecdote* | 19 June 1832 | On 19 June 1832 the Somerset County Orphans’ Court Proceedings show Henry, John & Priscilla Cottman are grandchildren & only heirs of Elijah McCallahan, who served in the Revolutionary War from the state of VA.4 |
| Census w/another* | 1850 | Priscilla was listed with another family in the census of 1850 at Salisbury District, Somerset Co, MD. She was shown as Priscilla Cottman, age 32 in HH#16 headed by Major T. Ruark, a 50 year old sailor.1 |
| Marriage* | 18 July 1850 | She married John Carey on 18 July 1850 at Somerset Co, MD. They were shown as John Carey and Priscilla Cottman.3 |
| Married Name | 18 July 1850 | As of 18 July 1850,her married name was Carey. |
Citations
- [S584] Ruth T. Dryden, 1850 Somerset County, Maryland, Census.
- [S2226] Vern Skinner, Genealogy Research, Somerset Co, MD Orphan's Court Proceedings 1823-1838, p. 133.
- [S564] Roy C. Pollitt, Somerset Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1796-1871.
- [S2226] Vern Skinner, Genealogy Research, Somerset County Orphans' Court Proceedings, 1823-1838, p. 133, 19 June 1832.
John Cottman1
M, b. circa 1783, d. before 12 March 1816
| Birth* | circa 1783 | John Cottman was born circa 1783 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 2 June 1799 | John was named in his father's will on 2 June 1799 at Somerset Co, MD. In his will Jospeh Cottman named sons John (Extr) & Joseph (land) and daughters Hannah, Sushey & Jane.2 |
| Will - Witnessed | 8 July 1800 | John witnessed a will on 8 July 1800 at Somerset Co, MD. It was on this date that John Cottman, Peter Waters, Wm. Jones & Josiah Wilson Heath witnessed the will of John Dennis.3 |
| Will - Witnessed* | 19 March 1805 | John witnessed a will on 19 March 1805 at Somerset Co, MD. It was on this date that John Cottman, Mathias Jones & Hannah Bishop witnessed the will of William Cottman, bother Lazarus Cottman.4 |
| Will - Witnessed | 1808 | John witnessed a will in 1808 at Somerset Co, MD. It was on this date that Leah Gale, Ballard Reed & John Cottman witnessed the will of Mary R. Hobbs.5 |
| Will - Extr* | 14 September 1811 | He was named as the executor of a will on 14 September 1811 at Somerset Co, MD. It was on this date that brother John Done, Jessee Hughes & John Cottman were named Extrs in the will of William Done.6 |
| Will - GrMoth's* | 7 March 1812 | John was named in his grandmother's will on 7 March 1812 at Somerset Co, MD. He was shown as grandson John Cottman in the will of Margaret Cottman.7 |
| Marriage* | 9 November 1815 | He married Bridget 'Biddy' Kibble, daughter of George Kibble and Rosey (-----), on 9 November 1815 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown as John Cottman and Bridgett Kibble.1,8 |
| Will* | 2 March 1816 | John made a will on 2 March 1816 at Somerset Co, MD. To wife Biddy. To brother Joseph Extr. To John Alexander Hamilton Cottman, John Cottman Waters, Joseph Stewart Cottman and Sandy Kibble. To sisters Sussy and Jane Cottman. Friend Thomas Bayly Extr. Witt: Mathias Jones, Henry Hyland, Tubman Lowes & George Kibble.1,9 |
| Death* | before 12 March 1816 | He died before 12 March 1816 at Somerset Co, MD. It was on this date that his will was probated.1,9 |
Citations
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 80 (Cottman Family).
- [S1053] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book EB 7, 1788-1799, p. 54 (will of Joseph Cottman).
- [S2172] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book EB 23, 1800-1820, p. 28 (will of John Dennis).
- [S2172] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book EB 23, 1800-1820, p. 24 (will of William Cottman, brother Lazarus Cottman).
- [S2172] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book EB 23, 1800-1820, p. 35 (will of Mary R. Hobbs).
- [S2172] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book EB 23, 1800-1820, p. 47 (will of William Done).
- [S2172] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book EB 23, 1800-1820, p. 47 (will of Margaret Cottman).
- [S564] Roy C. Pollitt, Somerset Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1796-1871.
- [S2172] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book EB 23, 1800-1820, p. 60 (will of John Cottman, wife Biddy).
Bridget 'Biddy' Kibble1,2
F, b. circa 1795
| Birth* | circa 1795 | Bridget 'Biddy' Kibble was born circa 1795.1 |
| Marriage* | 9 November 1815 | She married John Cottman, son of Joseph Cottman and Bridget (-----), on 9 November 1815 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown as John Cottman and Bridgett Kibble.1,2 |
| Married Name | 9 November 1815 | As of 9 November 1815,her married name was Cottman. |
| Will - Husb's* | 2 March 1816 | Bridget was named in her husband's will on 2 March 1816 at Somerset Co, MD. She was shown as wife Biddy in the will of John Cottman, wife Biddy.4 |
| Will - Father's* | 5 May 1817 | Bridget was named in her father's will on 5 May 1817 at Somerset Co, MD. The will of George Kibble named children Beddy Cottman, Henny Kibble, James Kibble & Alexander Kibble.3 |
| Marriage* | 19 September 1820 | She married John H. Morris on 19 September 1820 at Somerset Co, MD. They were shown as John H. Morris and Biddy Cottman.2 |
| Married Name | 19 September 1820 | As of 19 September 1820,her married name was Morris. |
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John H. Morris b. c 1795 |
| Marriage* | 19 September 1820 | Bridget 'Biddy' Kibble married John H. Morris on 19 September 1820 at Somerset Co, MD. They were shown as John H. Morris and Biddy Cottman.2 |
Citations
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 80 (Cottman Family).
- [S564] Roy C. Pollitt, Somerset Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1796-1871.
- [S2172] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book EB 23, 1800-1820, p. 66 (will of George Kibble, wife Rosey).
- [S2172] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book EB 23, 1800-1820, p. 60 (will of John Cottman, wife Biddy).
Hannah 'Henny' Cottman1
F, b. circa 1785
| Birth* | circa 1785 | Hannah 'Henny' Cottman was born circa 1785 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 2 June 1799 | Hannah was named in her father's will on 2 June 1799 at Somerset Co, MD. In his will Jospeh Cottman named sons John (Extr) & Joseph (land) and daughters Hannah, Sushey & Jane.2 |
| Marriage* | 15 May 1803 | She married Edward Mariott (85) Waters, son of William (46) Waters and Sarah Hayward, on 15 May 1803 at Somerset Co, MD. They were shown as Edward Mariott Waters and Hannah Cottman.3 |
| Married Name | 15 May 1803 | As of 15 May 1803,her married name was Waters. |
| Will - Mother's* | 7 May 1811 | Hannah was named in her mother's will on 7 May 1811 at Somerset Co, MD. She was shown as daughter Henny Waters in the will of Bridget Cottman.4 |
Citations
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 80 (Cottman Family).
- [S1053] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book EB 7, 1788-1799, p. 54 (will of Joseph Cottman).
- [S564] Roy C. Pollitt, Somerset Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1796-1871.
- [S2172] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book EB 23, 1800-1820, p. 49 (will of Bridget Cottman).
Susan 'Sushey or Suckey' Cottman1
F, b. circa 1790, d. before 14 July 1829
| Birth* | circa 1790 | Susan 'Sushey or Suckey' Cottman was born circa 1790 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 2 June 1799 | Susan was named in her father's will on 2 June 1799 at Somerset Co, MD. In his will Jospeh Cottman named sons John (Extr) & Joseph (land) and daughters Hannah, Sushey & Jane.2 |
| Will - Mother's* | 7 May 1811 | Susan was named in her mother's will on 7 May 1811 at Somerset Co, MD. She was shown as daughter Susan Cottman in the will of Bridget Cottman.3 |
| Will - Brother's* | 2 March 1816 | Susan was named in her brother's will on 2 March 1816 at Somerset Co, MD. She was shown as sister Sussy Cottman in the will of John Cottman, wife Biddy.4 |
| Will* | 14 January 1828 | Susan made a will on 14 January 1828 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Death* | before 14 July 1829 | She died before 14 July 1829 at Somerset Co, MD. It was on this date that her will was probated.1 |
Citations
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 80 (Cottman Family).
- [S1053] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book EB 7, 1788-1799, p. 54 (will of Joseph Cottman).
- [S2172] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book EB 23, 1800-1820, p. 49 (will of Bridget Cottman).
- [S2172] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book EB 23, 1800-1820, p. 60 (will of John Cottman, wife Biddy).
Joseph Cottman1
M, b. circa 1714, d. before 17 December 1793
| Birth* | circa 1714 | Joseph Cottman was born circa 1714 at Annamessex Hundred, Somerset Co, MD.2 |
| Marriage* | circa 1758 | He married Margaret Hayward (Hayward?) circa 1758 at Somerset Co, MD.1,3 |
| Land bought* | 21 November 1766 | Joseph Cottman bought land on 21 November 1766 at Winter Range, Dublin District, Somerset Co, MD. Thomas Hayward of Somerset County and William Hayward of Talbot County sold 172 acres of this tract to Joseph Cottman for 5 shillings.4 |
| Land bought | 16 August 1769 | He bought land on 16 August 1769 at tract Glade Swamp, Dublin District, Somerset Co, MD. George Corbin Jr. sold 45 acres of this tract to Joseph Cottman.3 |
| Land bought | 19 November 1772 | He bought land on 19 November 1772 at tract Baltimore, Dublin District, Somerset Co, MD. John Tull sold 105 1/4 acres of this tract to Joseph Cottman.5 |
| Tax list (land)* | 1783 | He was on the real estate tax list in 1783 at tract Beech Ridge Addition, Dublin District, Somerset Co, MD. He was shown as Joseph Cottman and charge with taxes on this tract.6 |
| Land bought* | 22 September 1783 | He bought land on 22 September 1783 at tract Beech Ridge Addition, Dublin District, Somerset Co, MD. Matthias Coston sold 8 1/2 acres of this tract to Joseph Cottman.6 |
| Tax list (land) | 1783 | He was on the real estate tax list in 1783 at Winter Range, Dublin District, Somerset Co, MD. He was shown as Joseph Cottman and was charged with tax on 172 acres of this tract.4 |
| Land sold | 15 March 1787 | He sold land on 15 March 1787 at tract Glade Swamp, Dublin District, Somerset Co, MD. Joseph Cottman, wife Margaret, sold 41 acres of this tract to Samuel Miles.3 |
| Anecdote* | 1790 | He was of Coventry Parish and owned tract Winter Range in present Dublin District.1 |
| Land sold* | 14 September 1791 | He sold land on 14 September 1791 at tract Baltimore, Dublin District, Somerset Co, MD. Joseph Cottman sold part of this tract to Benjamin Cottman, Levin Maddux, Neil Ritchie and wife Sarah and others. Then on 21 Oct 1791 Neil Ritchie and wife Sarah sold him 105 1/4 acres back.5 |
| Will* | 1 August 1793 | Joseph made a will on 1 August 1793 at Dublin District, Somerset Co, MD. To wife Margaret her thirds. To son William, Extr, and dwelling plantatin, lands adjacent & thirds. To granddaughter Eliza Cottman, daughter of William. To son Lazarus, Extr, and tract Winter Range 172 acres, moneys due from William McBryde. Witt: Samuel Smith, Isaac Costen & John Spencer.1,7 |
| Death* | before 17 December 1793 | He died before 17 December 1793 at Dublin District, Somerset Co, MD. It was on this date that his will was probated.1 |
Citations
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 80 (Cottman Family).
- [S2358] Rob Hall, to Moody K. Miles, Info provided by Becky Miller.
- [S1046] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, Maryland Land Records, p. 175 (tract Glade Swamp).
- [S1046] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, Maryland Land Records, p. 432 (tract Winter Range).
- [S1046] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, Maryland Land Records, p. 25-26 (tract Baltimore).
- [S1046] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, Maryland Land Records, p. 46 (tract Beech Ridge).
- [S1053] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book EB 7, 1788-1799, p. 25 (will of Joseph Cottman, wife Margaret).
Margaret Hayward (Hayward?)1,2
F, b. circa 1740, d. before 4 August 1812
| Birth* | circa 1740 | Margaret Hayward (Hayward?) was born circa 1740.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1758 | She married Joseph Cottman, son of John Cottman (turner) and Mary Maddox, circa 1758 at Somerset Co, MD.1,3 |
| Married Name | circa 1758 | As of circa 1758,her married name was Cottman. |
| Will - Husb's* | 1 August 1793 | Margaret was named in her husband's will on 1 August 1793 at Dublin District, Somerset Co, MD. She was shown as wife Margaret in the will of Joseph Cottman.4 |
| Will* | 7 March 1812 | Margaret made a will on 7 March 1812 at Dublin District, Somerset Co, MD. To grandchildren William S.B. Cottman, James S. Cottman, Margaret B. Cottman, Elizabeth Cottman, Esther Huff Cottman, Mary Cottman of son Lazarus Cottman. To grandchildren Joseph S. and Sally Cottman of William. To grandson John Cottman. To Faskey Spencer daughter of John Spencer. Son Lazarus Cottman Extr. Witt: Joseph C. Oliver, Henry Townsend, Wm. F. Gibbons and Littleton Harris.1,5 |
| Death* | before 4 August 1812 | She died before 4 August 1812 at Dublin District, Somerset Co, MD. It was on this date that her will was probated.1,5 |
Citations
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 80 (Cottman Family).
- [S1046] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, Maryland Land Records, p. 432 (tract Winter Range).
- [S1046] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, Maryland Land Records, p. 175 (tract Glade Swamp).
- [S1053] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book EB 7, 1788-1799, p. 25 (will of Joseph Cottman, wife Margaret).
- [S2172] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book EB 23, 1800-1820, p. 47 (will of Margaret Cottman).
John Cottman1
M, b. 3 December 1759
| Birth* | 3 December 1759 | John Cottman was born on 3 December 1759 at Coventry Parish, Somerset Co, MD.1,2 |
Citations
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 80 (Cottman Family).
- [S2362] F. Edward Wright, Maryland Eastern Shore Vital Records, 1751-1775, Book 3, p. 94 (Coventry Parish).
William Cottman (s/o Joseph)1
M, b. 27 October 1763, d. before 16 April 1805
| Birth* | 27 October 1763 | William Cottman (s/o Joseph) was born on 27 October 1763 at Coventry Parish, Somerset Co, MD.1,2 |
| Marriage* | circa 1785 | He married Ann (-----) circa 1785.3 |
| Land bought | 1 November 1791 | William Cottman (s/o Joseph) bought land on 1 November 1791 at tract Waters Addition & Enlargement, Dublin District, Somerset Co, MD. George Waters sold 11 acres and 165 acres of this tract to William Cottman, son of Joseph Cottman.4 |
| Will - Father's* | 1 August 1793 | William was named in his father's will on 1 August 1793 at Somerset Co, MD. He was shown as son William in the will of Joseph Cottman, wife Margaret. He was given my dwelling plantation. He also named granddaughter Eliza Cottman daughter of William.5 |
| Land bought | 9 October 1794 | He bought land on 9 October 1794 at tract Waters Addition & Enlargement, Dublin District, Somerset Co, MD. George Waters sold 11 acres and 165 acres of this tract to William Cottman, son of Joseph Cottman. (NOTE: Same details as in 1791.)4 |
| Land bought | 6 April 1796 | He bought land on 6 April 1796 at tract Baltimore, Dublin District, Somerset Co, MD. Neil Ritchie, wife Sarah, sold 21 acres of this tract to William Cottman.6 |
| Land bought | 21 January 1797 | He bought land on 21 January 1797 at tract Havannah, Wicomico Hundred, Somerset Co, MD. John Whittingham Adams, John Timmons and wife Christiana Timmons of Sussex Co, DE sold to William Cottman claim on plantation of William Adams, no name or acrage. 17 Feb 1800 Charles Nutter and wife Louisa sold William Cottman rights to estate of William Adams in Duck Cove. 8 Oct 1805 Levin Farrington, William Cottman, Lazarus Cottman Extrs of William Cottman, sold to Andrew Adams.7 |
| Land bought | 16 October 1798 | He bought land on 16 October 1798 at tract Beech Ridge, Dublin District, Somerset Co, MD. Levin Maddux, wife Polly, sold 10 acres of Addition to this tract to William Cottman.8 |
| Land bought* | 16 October 1798 | He bought land on 16 October 1798 at tract Costons Vineyard, Dublin District, Somerset Co, MD. Levin Maddux, wife Polly, sold 21 acres of this tract to William Cottman.9 |
| Will - Witnessed* | 2 June 1799 | William witnessed a will on 2 June 1799 at Somerset Co, MD. It was on this date that William Polk Sr, Josiah Polk and William Cottman witnessed the will of Joseph Cottman.10 |
| Land bought | 11 June 1799 | He bought land on 11 June 1799 at tract Windsor, Dublin District, Somerset Co, MD. Henry Coston sold 26 acres of this tract to William Cottman.11 |
| Land sold* | 17 August 1799 | He sold land on 17 August 1799 at tract Costons Vineyard, Dublin District, Somerset Co, MD. William Cottman, wife Ann, sold to Levin Maddux, 13 1/4 acres.9 |
| Land bought | 27 August 1799 | He bought land on 27 August 1799 at tract Baltimore, Dublin District, Somerset Co, MD. Levin Maddux, wife Mary, sold 21 1/4 acres of Addition to Beech Ridge & Baltimore to William Cottman.6 |
| Land bought* | 27 August 1799 | He bought land on 27 August 1799 at tract Beech Ridge & Baltimore, Dublin District, Somerset Co, MD. Levin Maddux, wife Mary, sold William Cottman 21 1/4 acres of Addition to Beech Ridge & Baltimore.8 |
| Land bought | 19 February 1800 | He bought land on 19 February 1800 at tract Chance, Wicomico Hundred, Somerset Co, MD. Dr. Robert Dashiell of Nansamond Co, VA sold part of this tract devised to him by Matthias Dashiell (along with Dashiells Lott) to William Cottman son of Joseph Cottman of Somerset County.12 |
| Will* | 19 March 1805 | William made a will on 19 March 1805 at Somerset Co, MD. To friends Capt. William Cottman, Levin Farrington Extrs. Property to be sold to pay debts. To brother Lazarus Cottman. Witt: John Cottman, Mathias Jones & Hannah Bishop.1,13 |
| Death* | before 16 April 1805 | He died before 16 April 1805 at Somerset Co, MD. It was on this date that his will was probated.1,13 |
| Anecdote* | 15 April 1807 | On 15 Apr 1807 in Somerset Co, MD Levin Farrington, William Cottman and Lazarus Cottman sold Andrew Adams all the land of William Cottman, dec'd, as requested by his will. No tract names or acreages were shown.8,6 |
Citations
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 80 (Cottman Family).
- [S2362] F. Edward Wright, Maryland Eastern Shore Vital Records, 1751-1775, Book 3, p. 94 (Coventry Parish).
- [S2172] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book EB 23, 1800-1820, p. 47 (will of Margaret Cottman).
- [S1046] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, Maryland Land Records, p. 409 (tract Waters Addition & Enlargement).
- [S1053] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book EB 7, 1788-1799, p. 25 (will of Joseph Cottman, wife Margaret).
- [S1046] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, Maryland Land Records, p. 26 (tract Baltimore).
- [S2198] Ruth T. Dryden, Land Records of Wicomico County, Maryland, 1666-1810, p. 195 (tract Havannah).
- [S1046] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, Maryland Land Records, p. 46 (tract Beech Ridge).
- [S1046] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, Maryland Land Records, p. 102 (tract Costons Vineyard).
- [S1053] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book EB 7, 1788-1799, p. 54 (will of Joseph Cottman).
- [S1046] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, Maryland Land Records, p. 428 (tract Windsor).
- [S2198] Ruth T. Dryden, Land Records of Wicomico County, Maryland, 1666-1810, p. 61 (tract Chance).
- [S2172] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book EB 23, 1800-1820, p. 24 (will of William Cottman, brother Lazarus Cottman).
Lazarus Cottman1
M, b. 14 January 1766, d. 20 August 1842
| Birth* | 14 January 1766 | Lazarus Cottman was born on 14 January 1766 at Coventry Parish, Somerset Co, MD.1,2 |
| Will - Father's* | 1 August 1793 | Lazarus was named in his father's will on 1 August 1793 at Somerset Co, MD. He was shown as son Lazarus in the will of Joseph Cottman, wife Margaret. He was named Extr, and given tract Winter Range containing 172 acres and money due from William McBryde.3 |
| Marriage* | 11 January 1797 | He married Elizabeth 'Betsey' Bishop, daughter of Dr. Smith Bishop and Hannah (-----), on 11 January 1797 at Somerset Parish, Somerset Co, MD. They were shown as Lazarus Cottman and Betsey Bishop. The license was issued in Worcester County on 7 Jan 1797 and they were married in Somerset County on 11 Jan 1797.4,5 |
| Will - Brother's* | 19 March 1805 | Lazarus was named in his brother's will on 19 March 1805 at Somerset Co, MD. He was shown as brother Lazarus Cottman in the will of William Cottman.6 |
| Land sold* | 15 April 1807 | He sold land on 15 April 1807 at Somerset Co, MD. Levin Farrington, William Cottman and Lazarus Cottman sold Andrew Adams all the land of William Cottman, dec'd, as requested by his will. No tract names or acreages were shown.7 |
| Will - Mother's* | 7 March 1812 | Lazarus was named in his mother's will on 7 March 1812 at Somerset Co, MD. He was shown as son Lazarus Cottman and named Extr in the will of Margaret Cottman. She also named grandchildren William S.B. Cottman, James S. Cottman, Margaret B. Cottman, Elizabeth Cottman, Esther Huff Cottman and Mary Cottman of son Lazarus Cottman.8 |
| Will* | 20 August 1842 | Lazarus made a will on 20 August 1842 at Somerset Co, MD. To son James S., lands & to be Extr. To son Thomas E.H., to be Extr. To daughters Elizabeth Ann, Catharine R., Sarah T., Mary, Esther Hough Cottman. To granddaughters Sarah Ann Chapman, Elizabeth Maddux, Elizabeth Cottman, daughter of William. Mentioned a son John dec'd. To nephew Joseph S. Cottman, Extr. Witt: Issac M. Adams, Samuel K. Handy & Samuel S. Costen. His will was offered for probate 16 Sep 1842.9 |
| Death* | 20 August 1842 | He died on 20 August 1842 at Somerset Co, MD, at age 76.10 |
| Burial* | | Lazarus was buried at Rehobeth Episcopal Church Cemetery, Somerset Co, MD. His tombstone shows him as Lazarus Cottman who died 20 Aug 1842 at the age of 78 years.10 |
Citations
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 80 (Cottman Family).
- [S2362] F. Edward Wright, Maryland Eastern Shore Vital Records, 1751-1775, Book 3, p. 94 (Coventry Parish).
- [S1053] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book EB 7, 1788-1799, p. 25 (will of Joseph Cottman, wife Margaret).
- [S594] Jody Powell, Worcester Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1795-1865.
- [S2361] F. Edward Wright, Maryland Eastern Shore Vital Records, 1776-1800, Book 4, p. 78 (Somerset Parish, Somerset County).
- [S2172] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book EB 23, 1800-1820, p. 24 (will of William Cottman, brother Lazarus Cottman).
- [S1046] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, Maryland Land Records, p. 46 (tract Beech Ridge).
- [S2172] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book EB 23, 1800-1820, p. 47 (will of Margaret Cottman).
- [S2233] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book JP 5, 1837-1859, p. 19 (will of Lazarus Cottman, nephew Joseph S. Cottman, Extr).
- [S593] Comp Ruth T. Dryden, Cemetery Records of Somerset County, Maryland.
Peter Waters Cottman1
M, b. 4 September 1769
| Birth* | 4 September 1769 | Peter Waters Cottman was born on 4 September 1769 at Coventry Parish, Somerset Co, MD.1 |
Citations
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 80 (Cottman Family).
Elizabeth 'Betsey' Bishop1,2
F, b. circa 1780
| Birth* | circa 1780 | Elizabeth 'Betsey' Bishop was born circa 1780 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | 11 January 1797 | She married Lazarus Cottman, son of Joseph Cottman and Margaret Hayward (Hayward?), on 11 January 1797 at Somerset Parish, Somerset Co, MD. They were shown as Lazarus Cottman and Betsey Bishop. The license was issued in Worcester County on 7 Jan 1797 and they were married in Somerset County on 11 Jan 1797.1,3 |
| Married Name | 11 January 1797 | As of 11 January 1797,her married name was Cottman. |
Citations
- [S594] Jody Powell, Worcester Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1795-1865.
- [S2158] Ruth T. Dryden, Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, 1666-1810, p. 3 (tract Acquango).
- [S2361] F. Edward Wright, Maryland Eastern Shore Vital Records, 1776-1800, Book 4, p. 78 (Somerset Parish, Somerset County).
- [S2233] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book JP 5, 1837-1859, p. 19 (will of Lazarus Cottman, nephew Joseph S. Cottman, Extr).
- [S2172] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book EB 23, 1800-1820, p. 47 (will of Margaret Cottman).
James S. Cottman1
M, b. circa 1804
| Birth* | circa 1804 | James S. Cottman was born circa 1804 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Will - GrMoth's* | 7 March 1812 | James was named in his grandmother's will on 7 March 1812 at Somerset Co, MD. The will of Margaret Cottman named grandchildren William S.B. Cottman, James S. Cottman, Margaret B. Cottman, Elizabeth Cottman, Esther Huff Cottman and Mary Cottman of son Lazarus Cottman.2 |
| Will - Father's* | 20 August 1842 | James was named in his father's will on 20 August 1842 at Somerset Co, MD. He was shown as son James S. Cottman in the will of Lazarus Cottman. He was given land and named Extr.1 |
Citations
- [S2233] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book JP 5, 1837-1859, p. 19 (will of Lazarus Cottman, nephew Joseph S. Cottman, Extr).
- [S2172] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book EB 23, 1800-1820, p. 47 (will of Margaret Cottman).
Thomas E.H. Cottman1
M, b. circa 1798
| Birth* | circa 1798 | Thomas E.H. Cottman was born circa 1798 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 20 August 1842 | Thomas was named in his father's will on 20 August 1842 at Somerset Co, MD. He was shown as son Thomas E.H. Cottman in the will of Lazarus Cottman. He was named Extr.1 |
Citations
- [S2233] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book JP 5, 1837-1859, p. 19 (will of Lazarus Cottman, nephew Joseph S. Cottman, Extr).
Elizabeth Ann Cottman1
F, b. circa 1808
| Birth* | circa 1808 | Elizabeth Ann Cottman was born circa 1808 at Somerset Co, MD.1,2 |
| Will - GrMoth's* | 7 March 1812 | Elizabeth was named in her grandmother's will on 7 March 1812 at Somerset Co, MD. The will of Margaret Cottman named grandchildren William S.B. Cottman, James S. Cottman, Margaret B. Cottman, Elizabeth Cottman, Esther Huff Cottman and Mary Cottman of son Lazarus Cottman.2 |
| Marriage* | 22 March 1830 | She married John P. McCormick on 22 March 1830 at Somerset Co, MD. They were shown as John P. McCormack and Elizabeth Ann Cottman.3 |
| Married Name | 22 March 1830 | As of 22 March 1830,her married name was McCormick. |
| Will - Father's* | 20 August 1842 | Elizabeth was named in her father's will on 20 August 1842 at Somerset Co, MD. She was shown as daughter Elizabeth Ann in the will of Lazarus Cottman.1 |
Citations
- [S2233] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book JP 5, 1837-1859, p. 19 (will of Lazarus Cottman, nephew Joseph S. Cottman, Extr).
- [S2172] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book EB 23, 1800-1820, p. 47 (will of Margaret Cottman).
- [S564] Roy C. Pollitt, Somerset Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1796-1871.
Catharine R. Cottman1
F, b. circa 1814
| Birth* | circa 1814 | Catharine R. Cottman was born circa 1814 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | 1 June 1842 | She married Theodorick B. Skinner on 1 June 1842 at Somerset Co, MD. They were shown as Theorodick B. Skinner and Katharine B. Cottman.2 |
| Married Name | 1 June 1842 | As of 1 June 1842,her married name was Skinner. |
| Will - Father's* | 20 August 1842 | Catharine was named in her father's will on 20 August 1842 at Somerset Co, MD. She was shown as daughter Catharine R. in the will of Lazarus Cottman.1 |
Citations
- [S2233] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book JP 5, 1837-1859, p. 19 (will of Lazarus Cottman, nephew Joseph S. Cottman, Extr).
- [S564] Roy C. Pollitt, Somerset Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1796-1871.
Sarah T. Cottman1
F, b. circa 1814
| Birth* | circa 1814 | Sarah T. Cottman was born circa 1814 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 20 August 1842 | Sarah was named in her father's will on 20 August 1842 at Somerset Co, MD. She was shown as daughter Sarah T. in the will of Lazarus Cottman.1 |
Citations
- [S2233] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book JP 5, 1837-1859, p. 19 (will of Lazarus Cottman, nephew Joseph S. Cottman, Extr).
Mary Cottman1
F, b. circa 1812
| Birth* | circa 1812 | Mary Cottman was born circa 1812 at Somerset Co, MD.1,2 |
| Will - GrMoth's* | 7 March 1812 | Mary was named in her grandmother's will on 7 March 1812 at Somerset Co, MD. The will of Margaret Cottman named grandchildren William S.B. Cottman, James S. Cottman, Margaret B. Cottman, Elizabeth Cottman, Esther Huff Cottman and Mary Cottman of son Lazarus Cottman.2 |
| Marriage* | 18 October 1831 | She married Charles T. Maddox on 18 October 1831 at Somerset Co, MD. They were shown as Charles T. Maddux and Mary Cottman.3 |
| Married Name | 18 October 1831 | As of 18 October 1831,her married name was Maddox. |
| Will - Father's* | 20 August 1842 | Mary was named in her father's will on 20 August 1842 at Somerset Co, MD. She was shown as daughter Mary in the will of Lazarus Cottman.1 |
Citations
- [S2233] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book JP 5, 1837-1859, p. 19 (will of Lazarus Cottman, nephew Joseph S. Cottman, Extr).
- [S2172] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book EB 23, 1800-1820, p. 47 (will of Margaret Cottman).
- [S564] Roy C. Pollitt, Somerset Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1796-1871.
Esther Hough/Huff Cottman1,2
F, b. circa 1810
| Birth* | circa 1810 | Esther Hough/Huff Cottman was born circa 1810 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Will - GrMoth's* | 7 March 1812 | Esther was named in her grandmother's will on 7 March 1812 at Somerset Co, MD. The will of Margaret Cottman named grandchildren William S.B. Cottman, James S. Cottman, Margaret B. Cottman, Elizabeth Cottman, Esther Huff Cottman and Mary Cottman of son Lazarus Cottman.2 |
| Marriage* | 14 March 1826 | She married William L. McCormick on 14 March 1826 at Somerset Co, MD. They were shown as William L. McCormick and Esther H. Cottman.3 |
| Married Name | 14 March 1826 | As of 14 March 1826,her married name was McCormick. |
| Will - Father's* | 20 August 1842 | Esther was named in her father's will on 20 August 1842 at Somerset Co, MD. She was shown as daughter Esther Hough Cottman in the will of Lazarus Cottman.1 |
Citations
- [S2233] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book JP 5, 1837-1859, p. 19 (will of Lazarus Cottman, nephew Joseph S. Cottman, Extr).
- [S2172] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book EB 23, 1800-1820, p. 47 (will of Margaret Cottman).
- [S564] Roy C. Pollitt, Somerset Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1796-1871.
John Alexander Hamilton Cottman1,2
M, b. 1799, d. 24 November 1836
| Birth* | 1799 | John Alexander Hamilton Cottman was born in 1799 at Somerset Co, MD.3 |
| Will - Uncle's* | 2 March 1816 | John was named in his uncle's will on 2 March 1816 at Somerset Co, MD. He was shown as John Alexander Hamilton Cottman in the will of John Cottman, wife Biddy.2 |
| Death* | 24 November 1836 | He died on 24 November 1836 at Somerset Co, MD.3 |
| Burial* | | John was buried at Rehobeth Episcopal Church Cemetery, Somerset Co, MD. His tombstone shows him as John Cottman who died 24 Nov 1836 aged 37 years.3 |
Citations
- [S2233] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book JP 5, 1837-1859, p. 19 (will of Lazarus Cottman, nephew Joseph S. Cottman, Extr).
- [S2172] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book EB 23, 1800-1820, p. 60 (will of John Cottman, wife Biddy).
- [S593] Comp Ruth T. Dryden, Cemetery Records of Somerset County, Maryland.
