William (of Henry) Bell1
M, b. circa 1774
| Birth* | circa 1774 | William (of Henry) Bell was born circa 1774 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 19 September 1786 | William was named in his father's will on 19 September 1786 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Henry Bell, wife Molly, named children Sally, George, Henry, William, Eijah, James, Nancy, Polly & Joshua.1 |
| Guardian - named* | August 1788 | William had a guardian named in August 1788 at Worcester Co, MD. William Townsend was cited as guardian to George Bell (over 14), Henry Bell (over 14), and William Bell (over 14).2 |
| Marriage* | 1 February 1797 | He married Polly Pitts on 1 February 1797 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown as William Bell and Polly Pitts.3 |
| Will - Brother's* | 16 August 1827 | William was named in his brother's will on 16 August 1827 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Henry Bell, late of Philadelpia, now of Worcester Co, MD, named nephews & nieces Hetty Carey, Polly Bell, Nancy Bell, Betsey Bell, James Bell & Elijah Bell, children of my brother William.4 |
Citations
- [S2395] Worcester Co, MD Wills JW-13, p. 70 (will of Henry Bell, wife Molly).
- [S2396] David V. Heise, Worcester Co, MD, Orphans Court Proceedings, Vol. 1, 1777-1800, p. 125 (William Townsend cited as guardian to George, Henry and William Bell).
- [S594] Jody Powell, Worcester Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1795-1865.
- [S2398] Worcester Co, MD Wills MH#27, p. 389 (will of Henry Bell, late of Philadelphia, now of Worcester Co, MD).
Henry Bell1
M, b. circa 1772, d. 31 October 1829
| Birth* | circa 1772 | Henry Bell was born circa 1772 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 19 September 1786 | Henry was named in his father's will on 19 September 1786 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Henry Bell, wife Molly, named children Sally, George, Henry, William, Eijah, James, Nancy, Polly & Joshua.1 |
| Guardian - named* | August 1788 | Henry had a guardian named in August 1788 at Worcester Co, MD. William Townsend was cited as guardian to George Bell (over 14), Henry Bell (over 14), and William Bell (over 14).2 |
| Guardian - named as* | 16 October 1795 | Henry was named as a guardian on 16 October 1795 at Worcester Co, MD. Henry Bell (Philadelphia) cited as guardian of his sister Nancy.3 |
| Will* | 16 August 1827 | Henry made a will on 16 August 1827 at Worcester Co, MD. He was shown as Henry Bell, late of the City of Philadephia, now of Worcester Co, MD. To sister Polly Davis: 270 a. where I formerly lived adjoining the farm where George Bell formerly lived, all rights to cedar swamp that my father Henry Bell purchased & commonly called “Tulberry Swamp”, cedar swamp purchased from William & Elijah Bell being land my father devised to them, land purchased of Jesse Davis, land my father devised to his son Elijah Bell and entailed to his son Joshua Bell both dec’d intestate. Mentions: sister Polly will relinquish her share & share which Mary wife of John Fassitt transferred to her. To grandnephews Henry B. Truitt & Myers S. Truitt sons of my niece Gertrude Truitt: 3 storehouses in Philadelphia. To niece Mary Townsend: cash. To nieces Gertrude Truitt & Mary Townsend: chattel. To nephews & nieces: Polly Campbell, Lednum Clark, William Clark, Elizabeth Clark, Jane Clark, Sally Clark–children of Richard Clark (Sussex Co. DE, dec’d), property that came to me by virtue of Richard Clark’s will. To Richard Clark (eldest son of William Clark): all land purchased at sheriff’s sale in Sussex Co. Residue: nieces & nephews: Mary Townsend & Ann McNeal, children of my sister Sally; Hetty Carey, Polly Bell, Nancy Bell, Betsey Bell, James Bell, & Elijah Bell, children of my brother William; Lednum Clark, William Clark, Polly Campbell, Betsey Clark, Jane Clark, Sally Clark, Elijah Clark, children of my sister Nancy. Executor: friend Isaac Covington, William Dunning (Dagsboro), Thomas Mitchell (Philadelphia). Codicil made 21 Mar 1829.4,5 |
| Death* | 31 October 1829 | He died on 31 October 1829 at Worcester Co, MD.6 |
| Burial* | | Henry was buried at St. Paul's Cemetery, Berlin, Worcester Co, MD.6 |
| Will - Proved a will* | 12 November 1829 | Henry proved a will on 12 November 1829 at Worcester Co, MD. It was on this date that his will was proved.4 |
Citations
- [S2395] Worcester Co, MD Wills JW-13, p. 70 (will of Henry Bell, wife Molly).
- [S2396] David V. Heise, Worcester Co, MD, Orphans Court Proceedings, Vol. 1, 1777-1800, p. 125 (William Townsend cited as guardian to George, Henry and William Bell).
- [S2396] David V. Heise, Worcester Co, MD, Orphans Court Proceedings, Vol. 1, 1777-1800, p. 213 (Henry Bell cited as guardian of his sister Nancy).
- [S2207] Ruth Dryden, Worcester Co, MD, Will Book MH, 1822-1833, p. 32 (will of Henry Bell, late of City of Philadelphia, now of Wor Co, MD).
- [S2398] Worcester Co, MD Wills MH#27, p. 389 (will of Henry Bell, late of Philadelphia, now of Worcester Co, MD).
- [S2259] findagrave.com, Henry Bell.
George Bell1
M, b. circa 1774
| Birth* | circa 1774 | George Bell was born circa 1774 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 19 September 1786 | George was named in his father's will on 19 September 1786 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Henry Bell, wife Molly, named children Sally, George, Henry, William, Eijah, James, Nancy, Polly & Joshua.1 |
| Guardian - named* | August 1788 | George had a guardian named in August 1788 at Worcester Co, MD. William Townsend was cited as guardian to George Bell (over 14), Henry Bell (over 14), and William Bell (over 14).2 |
| Administrator* | 23 February 1798 | George was named as administrator of an estate on 23 February 1798 at Worcester Co, MD. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Joshua Gell was granted to George Bell.3 |
| Marriage* | 18 May 1801 | He married Nancy Mitchell on 18 May 1801 at Worcester Co, MD.4 |
| Census head* | 1810 | George was listed as a head of household in the census of 1810 at St. Brides, Norfolk Co, VA. He was shown as George Bell with the following 1M<10, 1M26-45, 1F<10, 1F26-45.5 |
| Census head | 1820 | George was listed as a head of household in the census of 1820 at Norfolk Co, VA. He was shown as George Bell with 1M26-45, 1F10-16, 1F26-45.5 |
| Census head* | 1830 | George was listed as a head of household in the census of 1830 at St. Brides, Norfolk Co, VA. He was shown as George Bell with 1M15-20, 1M40-50, 1F20-30, 1F40-50.5 |
Citations
- [S2395] Worcester Co, MD Wills JW-13, p. 70 (will of Henry Bell, wife Molly).
- [S2396] David V. Heise, Worcester Co, MD, Orphans Court Proceedings, Vol. 1, 1777-1800, p. 125 (William Townsend cited as guardian to George, Henry and William Bell).
- [S2402] Vernon L. Skinner Jr., Worcester County, MD, Estate Docket, p. 8 (adm of Joshua Bell to George Bell).
- [S2226] Vern Skinner, Genealogy Research, citing Long & Long, Worcester Co, MD Marriage Licenses, p. 10.
- [S2226] Vern Skinner, Genealogy Research.
Sally Bell1
F, b. circa 1770
| Birth* | circa 1770 | Sally Bell was born circa 1770 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 19 September 1786 | Sally was named in her father's will on 19 September 1786 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Henry Bell, wife Molly, named children Sally, George, Henry, William, Eijah, James, Nancy, Polly & Joshua.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1787 | She married William Townsend circa 1787.2 |
| Married Name | circa 1787 | As of circa 1787,her married name was Townsend. |
| Est Settm't Father's* | 13 November 1787 | Sally Bell was named in the settlement of her father's estate on 13 November 1787 at Worcester Co, MD. The inventory of the estate of Henry Bell was signed by next of kin: Sally Townsend and Christian Hazzard. Extr: Molly Bell. Securities: Isaac Ayres & Thomas Dale.3 |
| Est Settm't Bro's* | 8 August 1798 | She was named in the settlement of her brother's estate on 8 August 1798 at Worcester Co, MD. She was shown as eldest sister Sally Townsend in the distribution of the estate of Joshua Bell.4 |
| Will - Brother's* | 16 August 1827 | Sally was named in her brother's will on 16 August 1827 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Henry Bell, late of Philadelpia, now of Worcester Co, MD, named nephews & nieces Mary Townsend & Ann McNeal children of my sister Sally.5 |
Citations
- [S2395] Worcester Co, MD Wills JW-13, p. 70 (will of Henry Bell, wife Molly).
- [S2396] David V. Heise, Worcester Co, MD, Orphans Court Proceedings, Vol. 1, 1777-1800, p. 125 (William Townsend cited as guardian to Henry Bell).
- [S2399] Worcester Co, MD Inventories, JW#11, p. 269 (inventory of the estate of Henry Bell, Extr Molly Bell).
- [S2396] David V. Heise, Worcester Co, MD, Orphans Court Proceedings, Vol. 1, 1777-1800, p. 252 (distribution of the estate of Joshua Bell).
- [S2398] Worcester Co, MD Wills MH#27, p. 389 (will of Henry Bell, late of Philadelphia, now of Worcester Co, MD).
James Selby1
M, b. circa 1746
| Birth* | circa 1746 | James Selby was born circa 1746 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | before August 1788 | He married Mary 'Molly' (-----) before August 1788.1 |
Citations
- [S2396] David V. Heise, Worcester Co, MD, Orphans Court Proceedings, Vol. 1, 1777-1800, p. 125 (Molly Selby cited as guardian to Elijah Bell, James Bell, Nancy Bell, Molly Bell & Joshua Bell).
- [S2396] David V. Heise, Worcester Co, MD, Orphans Court Proceedings, Vol. 1, 1777-1800, p. 241 (George Bell cited as guardian to Hetty Selby, age 9).
William Townsend1
M, b. circa 1765
| Birth* | circa 1765 | William Townsend was born circa 1765 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1787 | He married Sally Bell, daughter of Henry Bell and Mary 'Molly' (-----), circa 1787.1 |
| Guardian - named as* | August 1788 | William was named as a guardian in August 1788 at Worcester Co, MD. William Townsend was cited as guardian to George Bell (over 14), Henry Bell (over 14), and William Bell (over 14).2 |
Citations
- [S2396] David V. Heise, Worcester Co, MD, Orphans Court Proceedings, Vol. 1, 1777-1800, p. 125 (William Townsend cited as guardian to Henry Bell).
- [S2396] David V. Heise, Worcester Co, MD, Orphans Court Proceedings, Vol. 1, 1777-1800, p. 125 (William Townsend cited as guardian to George, Henry and William Bell).
- [S2398] Worcester Co, MD Wills MH#27, p. 389 (will of Henry Bell, late of Philadelphia, now of Worcester Co, MD).
Littleton Davis1
M, b. circa 1775
| Birth* | circa 1775 | Littleton Davis was born circa 1775 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | 2 February 1801 | He married Polly 'Molly' Bell, daughter of Henry Bell and Mary 'Molly' (-----), on 2 February 1801 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown as Littleton Davis and Polly Bell.1 |
Citations
- [S594] Jody Powell, Worcester Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1795-1865.
(-----) Campbell1
M, b. circa 1800
Citations
- [S2398] Worcester Co, MD Wills MH#27, p. 389 (will of Henry Bell, late of Philadelphia, now of Worcester Co, MD).
Mary Townsend1
F, b. circa 1790
| Birth* | circa 1790 | Mary Townsend was born circa 1790 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Uncle's* | 16 August 1827 | Mary was named in her uncle's will on 16 August 1827 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Henry Bell, late of Philadelpia, now of Worcester Co, MD, named nephews & nieces Mary Townsend & Ann McNeal children of my sister Sally.1 |
Citations
- [S2398] Worcester Co, MD Wills MH#27, p. 389 (will of Henry Bell, late of Philadelphia, now of Worcester Co, MD).
Ann Townsend1
F, b. circa 1792
| Birth* | circa 1792 | Ann Townsend was born circa 1792 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1815 | She married (-----) McNeal circa 1815.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1815 | As of circa 1815,her married name was McNeal. |
| Will - Uncle's* | 16 August 1827 | Ann was named in her uncle's will on 16 August 1827 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Henry Bell, late of Philadelpia, now of Worcester Co, MD, named nephews & nieces Mary Townsend & Ann McNeal children of my sister Sally.1 |
Citations
- [S2398] Worcester Co, MD Wills MH#27, p. 389 (will of Henry Bell, late of Philadelphia, now of Worcester Co, MD).
(-----) McNeal1
M, b. circa 1790
Citations
- [S2398] Worcester Co, MD Wills MH#27, p. 389 (will of Henry Bell, late of Philadelphia, now of Worcester Co, MD).
Polly Pitts1
F, b. circa 1780
| Birth* | circa 1780 | Polly Pitts was born circa 1780.2 |
| Marriage* | 1 February 1797 | She married William (of Henry) Bell, son of Henry Bell and Mary 'Molly' (-----), on 1 February 1797 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown as William Bell and Polly Pitts.1 |
| Married Name | 1 February 1797 | As of 1 February 1797,her married name was Bell. |
Citations
- [S594] Jody Powell, Worcester Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1795-1865.
- [S2398] Worcester Co, MD Wills MH#27, p. 389 (will of Henry Bell, late of Philadelphia, now of Worcester Co, MD).
Hetty Bell1
F, b. circa 1800
| Birth* | circa 1800 | Hetty Bell was born circa 1800 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | 25 November 1822 | She married Solomon Carey on 25 November 1822. They were shown as Solomon Carey and Hetty Bell.1 |
| Married Name | 25 November 1822 | As of 25 November 1822,her married name was Carey. |
| Will - Uncle's* | 16 August 1827 | Hetty was named in her uncle's will on 16 August 1827 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Henry Bell, late of Philadelpia, now of Worcester Co, MD, named nephews & nieces Hetty Carey, Polly Bell, Nancy Bell, Betsey Bell, James Bell & Elijah Bell, children of my brother William.1 |
Citations
- [S594] Jody Powell, Worcester Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1795-1865.
Solomon Carey1
M, b. circa 1800
| Birth* | circa 1800 | Solomon Carey was born circa 1800 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | 25 November 1822 | He married Hetty Bell, daughter of William (of Henry) Bell and Polly Pitts, on 25 November 1822. They were shown as Solomon Carey and Hetty Bell.1 |
Citations
- [S594] Jody Powell, Worcester Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1795-1865.
Polly Bell1
F, b. circa 1802
| Birth* | circa 1802 | Polly Bell was born circa 1802 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Uncle's* | 16 August 1827 | Polly was named in her uncle's will on 16 August 1827 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
Citations
- [S2398] Worcester Co, MD Wills MH#27, p. 389 (will of Henry Bell, late of Philadelphia, now of Worcester Co, MD).
Nancy Bell1
F, b. circa 1804
| Birth* | circa 1804 | Nancy Bell was born circa 1804 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Uncle's* | 16 August 1827 | Nancy was named in her uncle's will on 16 August 1827 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Henry Bell, late of Philadelpia, now of Worcester Co, MD, named nephews & nieces Hetty Carey, Polly Bell, Nancy Bell, Betsey Bell, James Bell & Elijah Bell, children of my brother William.1 |
Citations
- [S2398] Worcester Co, MD Wills MH#27, p. 389 (will of Henry Bell, late of Philadelphia, now of Worcester Co, MD).
Betsey Bell1
F, b. circa 1806
| Birth* | circa 1806 | Betsey Bell was born circa 1806 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Uncle's* | 16 August 1827 | Betsey was named in her uncle's will on 16 August 1827 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Henry Bell, late of Philadelpia, now of Worcester Co, MD, named nephews & nieces Hetty Carey, Polly Bell, Nancy Bell, Betsey Bell, James Bell & Elijah Bell, children of my brother William.1 |
Citations
- [S2398] Worcester Co, MD Wills MH#27, p. 389 (will of Henry Bell, late of Philadelphia, now of Worcester Co, MD).
James Bell1
M, b. circa 1808
| Birth* | circa 1808 | James Bell was born circa 1808 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Uncle's* | 16 August 1827 | James was named in his uncle's will on 16 August 1827 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Henry Bell, late of Philadelpia, now of Worcester Co, MD, named nephews & nieces Hetty Carey, Polly Bell, Nancy Bell, Betsey Bell, James Bell & Elijah Bell, children of my brother William.1 |
Citations
- [S2398] Worcester Co, MD Wills MH#27, p. 389 (will of Henry Bell, late of Philadelphia, now of Worcester Co, MD).
Elijah Bell1
M, b. circa 1810
| Birth* | circa 1810 | Elijah Bell was born circa 1810 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Uncle's* | 16 August 1827 | Elijah was named in his uncle's will on 16 August 1827 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Henry Bell, late of Philadelpia, now of Worcester Co, MD, named nephews & nieces Hetty Carey, Polly Bell, Nancy Bell, Betsey Bell, James Bell & Elijah Bell, children of my brother William.1 |
Citations
- [S2398] Worcester Co, MD Wills MH#27, p. 389 (will of Henry Bell, late of Philadelphia, now of Worcester Co, MD).
(-----) (-----)
F, b. circa 1780
| Birth* | circa 1780 | (-----) (-----) was born circa 1780. |
| Marriage* | circa 1800 | She married Elijah Bell, son of Henry Bell and Mary 'Molly' (-----), circa 1800. |
| Married Name | circa 1800 | As of circa 1800,her married name was Bell. |
Citations
- [S2398] Worcester Co, MD Wills MH#27, p. 389 (will of Henry Bell, late of Philadelphia, now of Worcester Co, MD).
Joshua Bell1
M, b. circa 1802, d. before 16 August 1827
| Birth* | circa 1802 | Joshua Bell was born circa 1802 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Death* | before 16 August 1827 | He died before 16 August 1827 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Henry Bell, late of Philadelpia, now of Worcester Co, MD, named a brother Elijah Bell and his son Joshua Bell, both dec'd intestate.1 |
Citations
- [S2398] Worcester Co, MD Wills MH#27, p. 389 (will of Henry Bell, late of Philadelphia, now of Worcester Co, MD).
(f/o Henry & Christian) Bell1
M, b. circa 1700
| Birth* | circa 1700 | (f/o Henry & Christian) Bell was born circa 1700 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1740 | He married (-----) (-----) circa 1740.1 |
Citations
- [S2399] Worcester Co, MD Inventories, JW#11, p. 269 (inventory of the estate of Henry Bell, Extr Molly Bell).
(-----) (-----)1
F, b. circa 1720
| Birth* | circa 1720 | (-----) (-----) was born circa 1720.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1740 | She married (f/o Henry & Christian) Bell circa 1740.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1740 | As of circa 1740,her married name was Bell. |
Citations
- [S2399] Worcester Co, MD Inventories, JW#11, p. 269 (inventory of the estate of Henry Bell, Extr Molly Bell).
Christian Bell1
F, b. circa 1742
| Birth* | circa 1742 | Christian Bell was born circa 1742 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1760 | She married Elihu Hazzard circa 1760.2 |
| Married Name | circa 1760 | As of circa 1760,her married name was Hazzard. |
| Land sold* | 10 May 1769 | Christian Bell sold land on 10 May 1769 at tract Bosemans Agreement, Worcester Co, MD. Elihu Hazzard & wife Christian sold 100 aces of this tract to John Truvill Gault.3 |
| Est Settm't Bro's* | 8 September 1787 | She was named in the settlement of her brother's estate on 8 September 1787 at Worcester Co, MD. The inventory of the estate of Henry Bell was signed by next of kin: Sally Townsend and Christian Hazzard. Extr: Molly Bell. Securities: Isaac Ayres & Thomas Dale.1 |
| Will - Husb's* | 4 March 1805 | Christian was named in her husband's will on 4 March 1805 at Sussex Co, DE. She was shown as wife Christen in the will of Elihu Hazzard.2 |
Citations
- [S2399] Worcester Co, MD Inventories, JW#11, p. 269 (inventory of the estate of Henry Bell, Extr Molly Bell).
- [S2296] F. Edward Wright, Sussex County, Delware, Wills, 1800-1813, p. 33 (will of Elihu Hazzard, wife Christen).
- [S2400] Worcester Co, MD Deeds H, p. 41 (Elihu Hazzard & wife to John Turvill Gault).
Elihu Hazzard1
M, b. circa 1740, d. before 20 August 1805
| Birth* | circa 1740 | Elihu Hazzard was born circa 1740.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1760 | He married Christian Bell, daughter of (f/o Henry & Christian) Bell and (-----) (-----), circa 1760.1 |
| Land sold* | 10 May 1769 | Elihu Hazzard sold land on 10 May 1769 at tract Bosemans Agreement, Worcester Co, MD. Elihu Hazzard & wife Christian sold 100 aces of this tract to John Truvill Gault.2 |
| Rev War Veteran* | 1776 | He served in the Revolutionary War in 1776 at Worcester Co, MD. He was shown as an ensign in the Worcester Militia, 10th Battalion, Capt. Jesse Gray's Company.3 |
| Rev War Veteran | 1779 | He served in the Revolutionary War in 1779 at Worcester Co, MD. He was shown as an ensign in the Worcester Militia, Sinepuxent Battalion, Capt. Josiah Dale's Company.3 |
| Tax list* | 1783 | He was on the tax list in 1783 at Buckingham Hundred, Worcester Co, MD. He was shown as Elihu Hazzard the head of household, no land with 5 persons in his household.4 |
| Census head* | 1800 | Elihu was listed as a head of household in the census of 1800 at Boquerternorton Hundred, Worcester Co, MD. He was shown as head of household with 1M10-16, 1M16-26, 1M>45, 1F>45.5 |
| Will* | 4 March 1805 | Elihu made a will on 4 March 1805 at Sussex Co, DE. Heirs: Wife Christen all the estate; George Talor the plantation whereon I live, bed and furniture and moveable estate, except bed given to Nancey Mumford. Extr: George Talor. Witt: Scarburgh Tunnell & William Ake.1 |
| Death* | before 20 August 1805 | He died before 20 August 1805 at Sussex Co, DE. It was on this date that his will was proved.1 |
Citations
- [S2296] F. Edward Wright, Sussex County, Delware, Wills, 1800-1813, p. 33 (will of Elihu Hazzard, wife Christen).
- [S2400] Worcester Co, MD Deeds H, p. 41 (Elihu Hazzard & wife to John Turvill Gault).
- [S2401] Peden, Revolutionary Patriots of Worcester & Somerset Counties, p. 133.
- [S2226] Vern Skinner, Genealogy Research, MD: 1783 Assessment: Worcester Co.
- [S2226] Vern Skinner, Genealogy Research.
Hetty Selby1
F, b. 1789
| Birth* | 1789 | Hetty Selby was born in 1789 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Guardian - named* | 5 June 1798 | Hetty had a guardian named on 5 June 1798 at Worcester Co, MD. George Bell cited as guardian to Hetty Selby, age 9.1 |
| Est Settm't Bro's* | 8 August 1798 | She was named in the settlement of her brother's estate on 8 August 1798 at Worcester Co, MD. She was shown as Hetty Selby, a half-sister, in the distribution of the estate of Joshua Bell. George Bell is her guardian.2 |
Citations
- [S2396] David V. Heise, Worcester Co, MD, Orphans Court Proceedings, Vol. 1, 1777-1800, p. 241 (George Bell cited as guardian to Hetty Selby, age 9).
- [S2396] David V. Heise, Worcester Co, MD, Orphans Court Proceedings, Vol. 1, 1777-1800, p. 252 (estate of Joshua Bell).
James Ferebee1
M, b. circa 1700, d. 1753
| Birth* | circa 1700 | James Ferebee was born circa 1700.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1725 | He married (-----) (-----) circa 1725.1 |
| Death* | 1753 | James Ferebee died in 1753 at Norfolk Co, VA. He left a will in Norfolk Co, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S2226] Vern Skinner, Genealogy Research.
(-----) (-----)1
F, b. circa 1700
| Birth* | circa 1700 | (-----) (-----) was born circa 1700.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1725 | She married James Ferebee circa 1725.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1725 | As of circa 1725,her married name was Ferebee. |
Citations
- [S2226] Vern Skinner, Genealogy Research.
Peter Ferebee1
M, b. circa 1726
| Birth* | circa 1726 | Peter Ferebee was born circa 1726 at Norfolk Co, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S2226] Vern Skinner, Genealogy Research.
Thomas Ferebee1
M, b. circa 1728
| Birth* | circa 1728 | Thomas Ferebee was born circa 1728 at Norfolk Co, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S2226] Vern Skinner, Genealogy Research.
Mary Ferebee1
F, b. circa 1730
| Birth* | circa 1730 | Mary Ferebee was born circa 1730 at Norfolk Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1750 | She married (-----) Cherry circa 1750.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1750 | As of circa 1750,her married name was Cherry. |
Citations
- [S2226] Vern Skinner, Genealogy Research.
(-----) Cherry1
M, b. circa 1725
Citations
- [S2226] Vern Skinner, Genealogy Research.
Dinah Ferebee1
F, b. circa 1732
| Birth* | circa 1732 | Dinah Ferebee was born circa 1732 at Norfolk Co, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S2226] Vern Skinner, Genealogy Research.
Lydia Ferebee1
F, b. circa 1734
| Birth* | circa 1734 | Lydia Ferebee was born circa 1734 at Norfolk Co, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S2226] Vern Skinner, Genealogy Research.
John Ferebee1
M, b. circa 1725, d. 1763
| Birth* | circa 1725 | John Ferebee was born circa 1725 at Norfolk Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1745 | He married Mary (-----) circa 1745.1 |
| Death* | 1763 | John Ferebee died in 1763 at Portsmouth, VA. He left a will in 1763 in Portsmouth, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S2226] Vern Skinner, Genealogy Research.
Mary (-----)1
F, b. circa 1725
| Birth* | circa 1725 | Mary (-----) was born circa 1725.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1745 | She married John Ferebee, son of James Ferebee and (-----) (-----), circa 1745.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1745 | As of circa 1745,her married name was Ferebee. |
Citations
- [S2226] Vern Skinner, Genealogy Research.
Charles Ferebee1
M, b. circa 1746
| Birth* | circa 1746 | Charles Ferebee was born circa 1746 at Portsmouth, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S2226] Vern Skinner, Genealogy Research.
John Ferebee1
M, b. circa 1748
| Birth* | circa 1748 | John Ferebee was born circa 1748 at Portsmouth, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S2226] Vern Skinner, Genealogy Research.
Willis Ferebee1
M, b. circa 1750
| Birth* | circa 1750 | Willis Ferebee was born circa 1750 at Portsmouth, VA.1 |
| Will - Mentioned in* | 19 September 1786 | Willis was mentioned in a will on 19 September 1786 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Henry Bell, wife Molly, gave his son George: Negro man Levin, 80 acres of swamp in VA which I bought of Willis Ferebee. (Willis Ferebee lived in Norfolk Co. VA, per wills & personal property assessments. However, there is no deed involving a Willis Ferebee and/or Henry Bell in Norfolk Co.)2 |
Citations
- [S2226] Vern Skinner, Genealogy Research.
- [S2395] Worcester Co, MD Wills JW-13, p. 70 (will of Henry Bell, wife Molly).
Mary Ferebee1
F, b. circa 1752
| Birth* | circa 1752 | Mary Ferebee was born circa 1752 at Portsmouth, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S2226] Vern Skinner, Genealogy Research.
Martha Ferebee1
F, b. circa 1754
| Birth* | circa 1754 | Martha Ferebee was born circa 1754 at Portsmouth, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S2226] Vern Skinner, Genealogy Research.
Betty Ferebee1
F, b. circa 1756
| Birth* | circa 1756 | Betty Ferebee was born circa 1756 at Portsmouth, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S2226] Vern Skinner, Genealogy Research.
Franky Ferebee1
M, b. circa 1758
| Birth* | circa 1758 | Franky Ferebee was born circa 1758 at Portsmouth, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S2226] Vern Skinner, Genealogy Research.
Lydia Ferebee1
F, b. circa 1760
| Birth* | circa 1760 | Lydia Ferebee was born circa 1760 at Portsmouth, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S2226] Vern Skinner, Genealogy Research.
Unice Ferebee1
F, b. circa 1762
| Birth* | circa 1762 | Unice Ferebee was born circa 1762 at Portsmouth, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S2226] Vern Skinner, Genealogy Research.
John Faris Fassett1
M, b. 1800, d. 11 February 1829
| Birth* | 1800 | John Faris Fassett was born in 1800 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | 22 October 1823 | He married Mary Bell, daughter of James Bell, on 22 October 1823 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown as John F. Fassitt and Mary Bell.2 |
| Death* | 11 February 1829 | John Faris Fassett died on 11 February 1829 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Burial* | | John was buried at Buckingham Presbyterian Church Cemetery, Berlin, Worcester Co, MD.1 |
Citations
- [S556] Matthew M. Wise, Littleton Heritage: Some American Descendants of Col. Nathaniel Littleton (1605-1654) of Northampton Co., Virginia, and His Royal Forebears, p. 380 (#N22 - Thomas Fassitt).
- [S594] Jody Powell, Worcester Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1795-1865.
Mary Bell1
F, b. circa 1800
| Birth* | circa 1800 | Mary Bell was born circa 1800 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | 22 October 1823 | She married John Faris Fassett on 22 October 1823 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown as John F. Fassitt and Mary Bell.1 |
| Married Name | 22 October 1823 | As of 22 October 1823,her married name was Fassett. |
| Will - Mentioned in* | 16 August 1827 | Mary was mentioned in a will on 16 August 1827 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Henry Bell, late of the City of Philadephia, now of Worcester Co, MD mentioned a sister Polly if she will relinquish her share & share which Mary wife of John Fassitt transferred to her. (NOTE: It is not clear how this Mary is related to them. It is assumed that she was daughter of his brother James, who he did not mention in his will.)2 |
Citations
- [S594] Jody Powell, Worcester Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1795-1865.
- [S2398] Worcester Co, MD Wills MH#27, p. 389 (will of Henry Bell, late of Philadelphia, now of Worcester Co, MD).
Gertrude Bell1
F, b. circa 1802
| Birth* | circa 1802 | Gertrude Bell was born circa 1802 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1820 | She married (-----) Truitt circa 1820.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1820 | As of circa 1820,her married name was Truitt. |
| Will - Mentioned in* | 16 August 1827 | Gertrude was mentioned in a will on 16 August 1827. In his will Henry Bell, late of the City of Philadephia, now of Worcester Co, MD mentioned a niece Gertrude Truitt and grandnephews Henry B. Truitt & Myers S. Truitt sons of my nicec Gertrude Truitt and left them 3 storehouse in Philadephia. (NOTE: It is not clear how this Gertrude is related to him. It is assumed that she was daughter of his brother James, who he did not mention in his will.) |
Citations
- [S2398] Worcester Co, MD Wills MH#27, p. 389 (will of Henry Bell, late of Philadelphia, now of Worcester Co, MD).
(-----) Truitt1
M, b. circa 1800
| Birth* | circa 1800 | (-----) Truitt was born circa 1800 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1820 | He married Gertrude Bell, daughter of James Bell, circa 1820.1 |
Citations
- [S2398] Worcester Co, MD Wills MH#27, p. 389 (will of Henry Bell, late of Philadelphia, now of Worcester Co, MD).
Henry B. Truitt1
M, b. circa 1822
| Birth* | circa 1822 | Henry B. Truitt was born circa 1822 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Mentioned in* | 16 August 1827 | Henry was mentioned in a will on 16 August 1827 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Henry Bell, late of the City of Philadephia, now of Worcester Co, MD mentioned a niece Gertrude Truitt and grandnephews Henry B. Truitt & Myers S. Truitt sons of my nicec Gertrude Truitt and left them 3 storehouse in Philadephia. (NOTE: It is not clear how this Gertrude is related to him. It is assumed that she was daughter of his brother James, who he did not mention in his will.)1 |
Citations
- [S2398] Worcester Co, MD Wills MH#27, p. 389 (will of Henry Bell, late of Philadelphia, now of Worcester Co, MD).
Myers S. Truitt1
M, b. circa 1824
| Birth* | circa 1824 | Myers S. Truitt was born circa 1824 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Mentioned in* | 16 August 1827 | Myers was mentioned in a will on 16 August 1827 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Henry Bell, late of the City of Philadephia, now of Worcester Co, MD mentioned a niece Gertrude Truitt and grandnephews Henry B. Truitt & Myers S. Truitt sons of my nicec Gertrude Truitt and left them 3 storehouse in Philadephia. (NOTE: It is not clear how this Gertrude is related to him. It is assumed that she was daughter of his brother James, who he did not mention in his will.)1 |
Citations
- [S2398] Worcester Co, MD Wills MH#27, p. 389 (will of Henry Bell, late of Philadelphia, now of Worcester Co, MD).
Thomas West I1
M, b. circa 1735, d. before 12 April 1802
| Birth* | circa 1735 | Thomas West I was born circa 1735 at Sussex Co, DE.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1760 | He married Rachel (-----) circa 1760 at Sussex Co, DE.1 |
| Will* | 22 December 1800 | Thomas made a will on 22 December 1800 at Sussex Co, DE. Heirs: Wife Rachel my plantation except part of my plantation that lies between the county road and where my son Wingate West lived; son John West to have same when wife dies or marries and other land mentioned; wife two Negro women Ginny and Sall; son Thomas West Negro woman Patience and two of her children Leah and Sall; son Philip West Negro lad Levin and Negro girl Rhoda; daughter Levina Phillips, married woman, Negro girl Kisnah; son John West Negro boy called Isaac and Negro girl Alce; son John West Negro boy called James and Negro boy joshua; eldest Negro woman Dinah should have a place of abode on my plantation as long as she lives; grandchildren Wingate and Thomas West. Children of son Wingate West who is dead and gone should have their proper share based on valuation of slaves. Extrs son-in-law John Phillips and son Thomas West. Witt: Spencer Phillips, Robert West & Shockley West.1 |
| Death* | before 12 April 1802 | He died before 12 April 1802 at Sussex Co, DE. It was on this date that his will was proved.1 |
Citations
- [S2296] F. Edward Wright, Sussex County, Delware, Wills, 1800-1813, p. 11 (will of Thomas West, wife Rachel).
Rachel (-----)1
F, b. circa 1740
| Birth* | circa 1740 | Rachel (-----) was born circa 1740.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1760 | She married Thomas West I circa 1760 at Sussex Co, DE.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1760 | As of circa 1760,her married name was West. |
| Will - Husb's* | 22 December 1800 | Rachel was named in her husband's will on 22 December 1800 at Sussex Co, DE. She was shown as wife Rachel in the will of Thomas West.1 |
Citations
- [S2296] F. Edward Wright, Sussex County, Delware, Wills, 1800-1813, p. 11 (will of Thomas West, wife Rachel).
Thomas West1
M, b. circa 1792
| Birth* | circa 1792 | Thomas West was born circa 1792 at Sussex Co, DE.1 |
| Guardian - Account* | 1798 | He was named in a guardian account in 1798 at Sussex Co, DE. He was shown as Thomas West, orphan of Wingate West.2 |
| Will - Grfath's* | 22 December 1800 | Thomas was named in his grandfather's will on 22 December 1800 at Sussex Co, DE. In his will Thomas West, wife Rachel, named a dec'd son Wingate West and granchildren Wingate and Thomas West.1 |
Citations
- [S2296] F. Edward Wright, Sussex County, Delware, Wills, 1800-1813, p. 11 (will of Thomas West, wife Rachel).
- [S2226] Vern Skinner, Genealogy Research, DPA:Sussex Co.:Guardian Accounts Index.
John West1
M, b. circa 1762
| Birth* | circa 1762 | John West was born circa 1762 at Sussex Co, DE.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 22 December 1800 | John was named in his father's will on 22 December 1800 at Sussex Co, DE. In his will Thomas West, wife Rachel, named sons Wingate West dec'd, John West, Thomas West, Philip West and a daughter Levina Phillips & a son-in-law John Phillips.1 |
Citations
- [S2296] F. Edward Wright, Sussex County, Delware, Wills, 1800-1813, p. 11 (will of Thomas West, wife Rachel).
Thomas West II1
M, b. circa 1764
| Birth* | circa 1764 | Thomas West II was born circa 1764 at Sussex Co, DE.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 22 December 1800 | Thomas was named in his father's will on 22 December 1800 at Sussex Co, DE. In his will Thomas West, wife Rachel, named sons Wingate West dec'd, John West, Thomas West, Philip West and a daughter Levina Phillips & a son-in-law John Phillips.1 |
Citations
- [S2296] F. Edward Wright, Sussex County, Delware, Wills, 1800-1813, p. 11 (will of Thomas West, wife Rachel).
Philip West1
M, b. circa 1766
| Birth* | circa 1766 | Philip West was born circa 1766 at Sussex Co, DE.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 22 December 1800 | Philip was named in his father's will on 22 December 1800 at Sussex Co, DE. In his will Thomas West, wife Rachel, named sons Wingate West dec'd, John West, Thomas West, Philip West and a daughter Levina Phillips & a son-in-law John Phillips.1 |
Citations
- [S2296] F. Edward Wright, Sussex County, Delware, Wills, 1800-1813, p. 11 (will of Thomas West, wife Rachel).
Levina West1
F, b. circa 1770
| Birth* | circa 1770 | Levina West was born circa 1770 at Sussex Co, DE.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1795 | She married John Phillips circa 1795.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1795 | As of circa 1795,her married name was Phillips. |
| Will - Father's* | 22 December 1800 | Levina was named in her father's will on 22 December 1800 at Sussex Co, DE. In his will Thomas West, wife Rachel, named sons Wingate West dec'd, John West, Thomas West, Philip West and a daughter Levina Phillips & a son-in-law John Phillips.1 |
Citations
- [S2296] F. Edward Wright, Sussex County, Delware, Wills, 1800-1813, p. 11 (will of Thomas West, wife Rachel).
John Phillips1
M, b. circa 1770
| Birth* | circa 1770 | John Phillips was born circa 1770 at Sussex Co, DE.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1795 | He married Levina West, daughter of Thomas West I and Rachel (-----), circa 1795.1 |
| Will - Father-in-law* | 22 December 1800 | John was named in his father-in-law's will on 22 December 1800 at Sussex Co, DE. In his will Thomas West, wife Rachel, named sons Wingate West dec'd, John West, Thomas West, Philip West and a daughter Levina Phillips & a son-in-law John Phillips.1 |
Citations
- [S2296] F. Edward Wright, Sussex County, Delware, Wills, 1800-1813, p. 11 (will of Thomas West, wife Rachel).
Levina West1
F, b. circa 1794
| Birth* | circa 1794 | Levina West was born circa 1794 at Sussex Co, DE.1 |
| Guardian - Account* | 1798 | She was named in a guardian account in 1798 at Sussex Co, DE. She was shown as Levina West, orphan of Wingate West.1 |
Citations
- [S2226] Vern Skinner, Genealogy Research, DPA:Sussex Co.:Guardian Accounts Index.
Rachel West1
F, b. circa 1796
| Birth* | circa 1796 | Rachel West was born circa 1796 at Sussex Co, DE.1 |
| Guardian - Account* | 1798 | She was named in a guardian account in 1798 at Sussex Co, DE. She was shown as Rachel West, orphan of Wingate West.1 |
Citations
- [S2226] Vern Skinner, Genealogy Research, DPA:Sussex Co.:Guardian Accounts Index.
Ginsey H. Carey1
F, b. circa 1806
| Birth* | circa 1806 | Ginsey H. Carey was born circa 1806 at Sussex Co, DE.1 |
| Deed of Gift - Rec'd* | 9 May 1813 | She received by deed of gift on 9 May 1813 at Sussex Co, DE. Hannah Carey gave her granddaughter Ginsey H. Carey Negro Milly. Noah Short Sr. & Purnell Cary were witnesses. (NOTE: Purnell Cary was a son of Hannah Cary and the father of Ginsey Cary and Noah Short Sr. was the brother of Purnell Carey's wife Eunice Short Cary.)1 |
Citations
- [S2226] Vern Skinner, Genealogy Research, DPA:Sussex Co.:Deeds: AG: 48.
William S. Carey1
M, b. circa 1801
| Birth* | circa 1801 | William S. Carey was born circa 1801 at Sussex Co, DE.2 |
| Administrator* | 12 April 1843 | William was named as administrator of an estate on 12 April 1843 at Sussex Co, DE. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Purnel Carey was granted to Elijah Carey & William S. Carey with Spencer Phillips security.1 |
| Census head* | 1850 | William was listed as a head of household in the census of 1850 at Dagsborough Hundred, Sussex Co, DE. He was shown as age 49.2 |
| Est Settm't Father's* | 9 July 1850 | He was named in the settlement of his father's estate on 9 July 1850 at Sussex Co, DE. This was the final settlement of the estate of Purnel Carey and William S. Carey, Elijah W. Carey, Eunice wife of Nathaniel Phillips and Sally A. Hiam each received 1/4 of the residue of the state.1 |
| Census head | 1860 | William was listed as a head of household in the census of 1860 at Georgetown, Broadkiln Hundred, Sussex Co, DE. He was shown as a 54 year old famer living in a hotel.2 |
Citations
- [S2226] Vern Skinner, Genealogy Research, DPA:Sussex Co.:Probate Files.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1850 Federal Census, Sussex Co, DE.
Jacob (of Edw'd II) Short1
M, b. circa 1734, d. before 17 January 1791
| Birth* | circa 1734 | Jacob (of Edw'd II) Short was born circa 1734 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Land patented* | 8 April 1755 | He patented land on 8 April 1755 at First Beginning, Worcester Co, MD. It contained 50 acres and was assigned by Edward Short.4 |
| Marriage* | circa 1760 | He married Eunice 'Nicey' Crafford circa 1760 at Sussex Co, DE.1,5 |
| Will - Father's* | 11 March 1767 | Jacob was named in his father's will on 11 March 1767 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Edward Short, wife Elizabeth, named 6 youngest children Nancy, Edward, Rachel, Isaac, Patience and Comfort. He also named children Shadrack, Phillip, Jacob, Elizabeth Tindall and grandsons William Short and John Short. He gave Jacob 20 acres of Last of All and one shilling.6 |
| Est Settm't Father's* | 20 June 1768 | He was named in the settlement of his father's estate on 20 June 1768 at Worcester Co, MD. The inventory of the estate of Edward Short was filed by Elizabeth Short and Edward Short. Signed as next of kin: Shadrack Short and Jacob Short.3 |
| Tax list* | 1782 | He was on the tax list in 1782 at Dagsborough Hundred, Sussex Co, DE. He was shown as Jacob Short a head of household.4 |
| Will - Mother's* | 15 May 1786 | Jacob was named in his mother's will on 15 May 1786 at Sussex Co, DE. In her will Elizabeth Short named sons Jacob, Shadrach, Phillip, Isaac and Edward Short and daughters Betty Tindal, Nancy Melson, Rachel Stockley, Comfort Benston and Patience Ellingsworth.7 |
| Will* | 29 November 1790 | Jacob made a will on 29 November 1790 at Sussex Co, DE. In the Name of God amen. This twenty ninth day of November seventeen hundred and ninety I Jacob Short of Sussex County and Delaware State being very sick and weak in body but of a sound and disposing mind and memory thanks be to God and caling to mind the mortality of my body and that it is appointed for all men once to die do as touching this worldly estate wherewith it has pleased God to bless me with in this life I give demise and dispose of the same in the following manner and form Item I give and demise to my son Crafford Short one hundred and forty three acres of land pattined and known by the name of “Shorts Victory” to him his heirs and assigns forever. Item I give demise my part of the land I have right to in resurvey with my brother Phillip Short in the year one thousand seven hundred and seventy six fifty acres of the same to my son Jacob Short leying most convenient toward Charls Rollings dwelling to him and his heirs forever. Item I give and demise to my son Job Short one hundred and fifty acres of the same resurvey tract ajoyning his brother Jacob Shorts land to him and his heirs and assigns forever. Item I give and demise the remainder of the same resurvey tract of land to my son Elisha Short to him his heirs and assigns forever. Item I give and bequeath to my son Craford Short one sorrel horse with a white in his face bridel one saddel also one cow and old also one bed and furniture. Item I give and bequeath to my son Job Short one beed and furniture also one young mare. Item I give and bequeath to my son Elisha Short one black horse bridel and saddel also one bed and furniture. Item to Samuel Short one cow and calf of my estate and no more. Item I give and bequeath to my son Addam Short one Negar woman called Esther during his natural life afterward to be the right and property of my son Craford Short. Item I give and bequeath to my son Noah Short my full part of a sertain sawmil. Item I give and bequeath to my son Job Short afore named one sow and pigs. Item I give and bequeath to my son Elisha Short one cow and calf. Item I give and bequeath to my daughter Lovey Short one two year old heffer. Item I give and bequeath to my beloved wife Nicey Short one bead and furniture. Item I give and bequeath the whole of the remainder part of my movabel estate to be equally divided between my children as follows Job and Elisha and Craford and Lovey and Noah Short. And lastly I make constitute and appoint my beloved sons Job and Craford Short my whole and sole executors of this my last will and testament hereby revoaking and disanuling all other former wills and bequeaths by me in any wise heretofore willed or bequeathed but ratifiing alowing holding and confirming this and no other to be my last will and testament in testamony whereof I have hereunto set my hand and fixt my seal the day and year afore written Signed sealed published and pronounced by Jacob Short the testator as his last will and testament in presents of us
Benj. Phillips & Betty Tindel.1,5 |
| Death* | before 17 January 1791 | He died before 17 January 1791 at Sussex Co, DE. It was on this date that his will was proved.1 |
| Admin of estate* | 19 January 1791 | Administration of Jacob estate was filed on 19 January 1791 at Sussex Co, DE. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Jacob Short was granted to Job & Crafford Short with Ebenezar Cary security.8 |
| Land deed named in* | 1791 | He was named in a deed in 1791 at tract Second Chance, Sussex Co, DE. William Thompson, Casey Thomson, James Thompson, Priscilla Phillips, Sarah Carey, Esther Hudson and Leah Cary conveyed to Crafford Short of Sussex Co, 89 acres of this tract containing 577 acres which was patented in Maryland on 6 Dec 1787 and was assigned to Jacob Short dec'd, father of Crafford Short.9 |
| Est settm't* | 9 March 1792 | His estate was settled on 9 March 1792 at Sussex Co, DE. It was on this date that an administration account on the estate of Jacob Short listed the following legacies: Samuel Short, Nicey Short, Adam Short, Elisah Short, Lovey Short, Job Short and Crafford Short.8 |
Citations
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 222 (will of Jacob Short, wife Nicey).
- [S2203] Vernon L. Skinner Jr. & F. Edward Wright, Colonial Families of the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Volume 20, p. 246 (The Edward Short Family of Somerset/Worcester/Sussex Counties).
- [S2203] Vernon L. Skinner Jr. & F. Edward Wright, Colonial Families of the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Volume 20, p. 245 (The Edward Short Family of Somerset/Worcester/Sussex Counties).
- [S2203] Vernon L. Skinner Jr. & F. Edward Wright, Colonial Families of the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Volume 20, p. 250 (The Edward Short Family of Somerset/Worcester/Sussex Counties).
- [S2226] Vern Skinner, Genealogy Research, DPA:Sussex Co.:Probate Files (will of Jacob Short, wife Nicey).
- [S2002] Sharon S. Jones, Worcester Co, MD Wills, 1759-1769, p. 54 (will of Edward Short, wife Elizabeth).
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 176 (will of Elizabeth Short).
- [S2226] Vern Skinner, Genealogy Research, Sussex Co: Probate Files.
- [S2203] Vernon L. Skinner Jr. & F. Edward Wright, Colonial Families of the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Volume 20, p. 253 (The Edward Short Family of Somerset/Worcester/Sussex Counties).
Eunice 'Nicey' Crafford1,2
F, b. circa 1740, d. before 15 July 1801
| Birth* | circa 1740 | Eunice 'Nicey' Crafford was born circa 1740 at Sussex Co, DE.1 |
| Anecdote* | | Eunice, the wife of Jacob Short, who named a son Crafford Short in his will, was probably the great-granddaughter of Robert Craford (d. 1747, County Derry, Ireland). In the will of Crafford McKelpin (d. 1763), he references his legacy from his great-grandfather Robert Craford, who left a will dated 1747; he was from Ballywodok (Rd.), parish of Dunboe.2 |
| Marriage* | circa 1760 | She married Jacob (of Edw'd II) Short, son of Edward Short II and Elizabeth Wingate (Wingate?), circa 1760 at Sussex Co, DE.1,3 |
| Married Name | circa 1760 | As of circa 1760,her married name was Short. |
| Will - Husb's* | 29 November 1790 | Eunice was named in her husband's will on 29 November 1790 at Sussex Co, DE. She was shown as wife Nicey Short in the will of Jacob Short.1 |
| Est Settm't Husb's* | 9 March 1792 | She was named in her husband's estate settlement on 9 March 1792 at Sussex Co, DE. It was on this date that an administration account on the estate of Jacob Short listed the following legacies: Samuel Short, Nicey Short, Adam Short, Elisah Short, Lovey Short, Job Short and Crafford Short.4 |
| Death* | before 15 July 1801 | She died before 15 July 1801 at Sussex Co, DE. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Nicey Short was granted to Noah Short with no securities.4 |
| Est inv filed* | 15 August 1801 | She's inventory was recorded on 15 August 1801 at Sussex Co, DE. The inventory of Nicey Short totaled $45.72.4 |
Family
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Jacob (of Edw'd II) Short b. c 1734, d. b 17 Jan 1791 |
| Marriage* | circa 1760 | She married Jacob (of Edw'd II) Short, son of Edward Short II and Elizabeth Wingate (Wingate?), circa 1760 at Sussex Co, DE.1,3 |
| Children | 1. | Crafford Short+1 b. c 1760, d. b 25 Feb 1801 |
| | 2. | Jacob (of Jacob) Short Jr.+1 b. c 1762, d. b 21 Nov 1805 |
| | 3. | Job Short1 b. c 1764, d. b 23 Apr 1804 |
| | 4. | Eunice Short+1 b. c 1766 |
| | 5. | Elisha Short1 b. c 1766, d. b 1 Dec 1810 |
| | 6. | Samuel Short+1 b. c 1768 |
| | 7. | Adam (of Jacob) Short1 b. c 1770 |
| | 8. | Lovey Short+1 b. c 1774 |
| | 9. | Noah Short Sr.1 b. c 1776, d. b 4 Feb 1834 |
Citations
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 222 (will of Jacob Short, wife Nicey).
- [S2226] Vern Skinner, Genealogy Research, (regarding her sirname).
- [S2226] Vern Skinner, Genealogy Research, DPA:Sussex Co.:Probate Files (will of Jacob Short, wife Nicey).
- [S2226] Vern Skinner, Genealogy Research, Sussex Co: Probate Files.
Edward Short I1
M, b. circa 1680, d. before 24 March 1738
| Birth* | circa 1680 | Edward Short I was born circa 1680.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1705 | He married Anne (-----) circa 1705 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Court - statement in* | 3 November 1709 | Edward Short I's statement was recorded in court records on 3 November 1709 at Somerset Co, MD. Edward Short and Ann Price appeared in Somerset Court and gave evidence.2 |
| Court - plaintiff* | 16 March 1715 | He was a plaintiff in a court case on 16 March 1715 at Somerset Co, MD. In the case of Edward Short vs. Pascue Barlett in mentioned Ann Short.2 |
| Tax list* | between 1723 and 1730 | He was on the tax list between 1723 and 1730 at Wicomico Hundred, Somerset Co, MD. He was shown as Edward Short a head of household. Listed with him was John Short in 1725-1730, Edward Short Jr. in 1727-1730 and Thomas Martin in 1730.2,3 |
| Tax list | between 1731 and 1738 | He was on the tax list between 1731 and 1738 at Nanticoke Hundred, Somerset Co, MD. He was shown as Edward Short a head of household. Listed with him was John Short (1731-1733), Edward Short Jr. (1731), Abraham Short (1735-1738), Thomas Fleetwood (1735).2,3 |
| Death* | before 24 March 1738 | He died before 24 March 1738 at Somerset Co, MD. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Edward Short was granted to Ann Short with Edward Short of Somerset Co and John Short of Somerset Co securities.1 |
| Est inv filed* | 14 April 1739 | He's inventory was recorded on 14 April 1739 at Somerset Co, MD. The inventory on the estate of Edward Short was filed by Ann Short. Next of kin was John Short and Edward Short. Appraisers: John Phipps & Beris Chapman.1,4 |
Citations
- [S2203] Vernon L. Skinner Jr. & F. Edward Wright, Colonial Families of the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Volume 20, p. 244 (The Edward Short Family of Somerset/Worcester/Sussex Counties).
- [S2203] Vernon L. Skinner Jr. & F. Edward Wright, Colonial Families of the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Volume 20, p. 243 (The Edward Short Family of Somerset/Worcester/Sussex Counties).
- [S2226] Vern Skinner, Genealogy Research, Somerset Co.: Tax Lists.
- [S2188] Vernon L. Skinner Jr., Worcester County, MD, Inventories and Accounts, Inventory Book JW15, 1694-1742, p. 25 (inventory of Edward Short).
Anne (-----)1
F, b. circa 1680
| Birth* | circa 1680 | Anne (-----) was born circa 1680.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1705 | She married Edward Short I circa 1705 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1705 | As of circa 1705,her married name was Short. |
| Court - name in stat* | 16 March 1715 | Anne (-----) was named in a statement that was recorded in court records on 16 March 1715 at Somerset Co, MD. In the case of Edward Short vs. Pascue Barlett in mentioned Ann Short.2 |
| Administrator* | 24 March 1738 | Anne was named as administrator of an estate on 24 March 1738 at Somerset Co, MD. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Edward Short was granted to Ann Short with Edward Short of Somerset Co and John Short of Somerset Co securities.1 |
| Est inventory submit* | 14 April 1739 | She submitted an inventory of an estate on 14 April 1739 at Somerset Co, MD. The inventory on the estate of Edward Short was filed by Ann Short. Next of kin was John Short and Edward Short. Appraisers: John Phipps & Beris Chapman.1 |
Citations
- [S2203] Vernon L. Skinner Jr. & F. Edward Wright, Colonial Families of the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Volume 20, p. 244 (The Edward Short Family of Somerset/Worcester/Sussex Counties).
- [S2203] Vernon L. Skinner Jr. & F. Edward Wright, Colonial Families of the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Volume 20, p. 243 (The Edward Short Family of Somerset/Worcester/Sussex Counties).
John (of Edw'd I) Short1
M, b. circa 1705, d. before 5 March 1767
| Birth* | circa 1705 | John (of Edw'd I) Short was born circa 1705 at Somerset Co, MD. According to his deposition he was age 54 in 1759 which puts his birth at 1705 althought tax lists suggest 1708.1 |
| Tax list* | between 1725 and 1730 | He was on the tax list between 1725 and 1730 at Wicomico Hundred, Somerset Co, MD. Edward Short was shown as a head of household and listed with him was John Short in 1725-1730, Edward Short Jr. in 1727-1730 and Thomas Martin in 1730.1 |
| Tax list | 1733 | He was on the tax list in 1733 at Nanticoke Hundred, Somerset Co, MD. He was listed in household of Edward Short.2 |
| Tax list | between 1734 and 1740 | He was on the tax list between 1734 and 1740 at Nanticoke Hundred, Somerset Co, MD. He was shown as John Short a head of household.2 |
| Security on Admin* | 24 March 1738 | He was security on the administration of an estate on 24 March 1738 at Somerset Co, MD. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Edward Short was granted to Ann Short with Edward Short of Somerset Co and John Short of Somerset Co securities.1 |
| Est Settm't Father's* | 14 April 1739 | He was named in the settlement of his father's estate on 14 April 1739 at Somerset Co, MD. The inventory on the estate of Edward Short was filed by Ann Short. Next of kin was John Short and Edward Short. Appraisers: John Phipps & Beris Chapman.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1740 | He married Eleanor (-----) circa 1740.1 |
| Land patented* | 14 July 1740 | John (of Edw'd I) Short patented land on 14 July 1740 at Short's Folly, Somerset Co, MD. It contained 50 acres.1 |
| Land patented | 5 July 1741 | He patented land on 5 July 1741 at Bottom, Somerset Co, MD. It contained 50 acres.1 |
| Land patented | 25 March 1748 | He patented land on 25 March 1748 at Puzzle, Somerset Co, MD. It contained 100 acres.1 |
| Land patented | 25 January 1754 | He patented land on 25 January 1754 at Short's Luck, Worcester Co, MD. It contained 50 acres.1 |
| Deposition* | 1759 | He gave a deposition in 1759 at Worcester Co, MD. He was shown as John Short, a Worcester Co planter, age about 54 who had lived in the area about 35 years. Also mentioned was Henry Toadvine, John Caldwell alias Tusaky John Caldwell, William Outten, John Sharpe, John Willey, Lanta Slavine and Abraham Ingram.1 |
| Land sold* | 16 May 1761 | He sold land on 16 May 1761 at Bottom, Worcester Co, MD. John Short, planter, sold 50 acres of this tract to John Bevins, planter, which had been granted to him by patent on 5 July 1741.1 |
| Will* | 12 February 1767 | John made a will on 12 February 1767 at Worcester Co, MD. To wife Eleanor Short, dwelling house, which was to fall to son Jonathan Short, Extr, after his mother's decease. To grandson John Short, son of Jonathan Short, £10 money of PA, to be paid by his father Jonathan Short, age 21. Balance, after debts are paid, to children: Mary Williams, Eleaner, Sophia, and Pressa Short. Extr wife. Witt: John Swain, Daniel Short, John Killey. The widow renounced the will on 5 Mar 1767, electing to have 1/3 of estate. Eleanor Short gave up admin on her husband's estate, "as I am old and deficient to travel."3,1 |
| Death* | before 5 March 1767 | He died before 5 March 1767 at Worcester Co, MD. It was on this date that his will was proved.3 |
Citations
- [S2203] Vernon L. Skinner Jr. & F. Edward Wright, Colonial Families of the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Volume 20, p. 244 (The Edward Short Family of Somerset/Worcester/Sussex Counties).
- [S2226] Vern Skinner, Genealogy Research, Somerset Co.: Tax Lists.
- [S2002] Sharon S. Jones, Worcester Co, MD Wills, 1759-1769, p. 49 (will of John Short, wife Eleanor).
Abraham Short1
M, b. circa 1719, d. before 22 May 1788
| Birth* | circa 1719 | Abraham Short was born circa 1719 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Tax list* | between 1735 and 1738 | He was on the tax list between 1735 and 1738 at Nanticoke Hundred, Somerset Co, MD. Edward Short was shown as a head of household. Listed with him was John Short (1731-1733), Edward Short Jr. (1731), Abraham Short (1735-1738), Thomas Fleetwood (1735).1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1740 | He married Margaret (-----) circa 1740 at Somerset Co, MD.2 |
| Land bought* | 3 August 1748 | Abraham Short bought land on 3 August 1748 at Sussex Co, MD. Peter Clowes sold 60 acres to Daniel Hopkins (Worcester Co) and Abraham Short (Worcester Co).3 |
| Land patented* | 8 August 1750 | He patented land on 8 August 1750 at Short's Chance, Somerset Co, MD. In an indenture, Dec. 24, 1805, Wilkins Warrick and Sarah Warrick, his wife, of Woodford County Co., to Newbold Crockett, of Fayette, whereas by patent dated Aug. 8, 1750, there was granted by Charles, Absolute Lord and Proprietor of the then Provence of Maryland, and Averton, Lord Baron of Baltimore, onto ABRAMHAM SHORT a certain tract in Somerset (now Sussex) County containing 100 acres, known as SHORT'S CHANCE, bounded on the southeast by the Nanticoke River near the near, by Granville branch in a neck of land on the Carr's neck, near land of Thomas Jones. And whereas Abraham Short departed this life and by entail the land descended to his son ALLEN SHORT during his life, and thereafter to his granddaughter SARAH SHORT, daughter of said Allen, provided Allen should die without lawful son, and whereas Allen Short left no son, the title became vested in Sarah short. And whereas by agreement before the death of Allen, a patent issued to Sarah Short for quantity of land adjoining the said 100 acres, containing 143 acres, known as Waller's Defeat, bounded by Nathaniel Waller's survey and others. And whereas the said Sarah has since intermarried with said Wilkins Warrick, this indenture witnesses that for 75 pounds, there is conveyed the said lands. John Watkins, Witness. Sarah relinquished her dower. Recorded December 24, 1805. (Source: Vol. II, Fayette Co, Kentucky Records, Cooke, page 456: #593, provided by June Chalon.)3 |
| Tax list | between 1782 and 1785 | He was on the tax list between 1782 and 1785 at Nanticoke Hundred, Somerset Co, MD. He was shown as Abraham Short a head of household.3 |
| Will* | 30 April 1788 | Abraham made a will on 30 April 1788 at Sussex Co, DE. Heirs: wife Margate Short; sons Allen, John & James Short; daughters Elizabeth Piper, Hannah Lynch; grandson Jacob Short (son of James); granddaughters Sally Short (daughter of Allen), Peggy and Nancy Reynolds (daughters of Elizabeth Piper). Extrs son Allen Short and son-in-law John Lynch. Witt: John Short, Betty Short & Robert Griffith. Note: The estate was settled 10 Mar 1791 by John Lynch surviving Extr.3,2 |
| Death* | before 22 May 1788 | He died before 22 May 1788 at Sussex Co, DE. It was on this date that his will was proved.3,2 |
Citations
- [S2203] Vernon L. Skinner Jr. & F. Edward Wright, Colonial Families of the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Volume 20, p. 244 (The Edward Short Family of Somerset/Worcester/Sussex Counties).
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 192 (will of Abraham Short, wife Margate).
- [S2203] Vernon L. Skinner Jr. & F. Edward Wright, Colonial Families of the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Volume 20, p. 246 (The Edward Short Family of Somerset/Worcester/Sussex Counties).
- [S2406] June Chalon, to M.K. Miles.
Adam Short I1
M, b. circa 1722, d. before 10 November 1796
| Birth* | circa 1722 | Adam Short I was born circa 1722 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1750 | He married Betty Tilghman (Tilghman?) circa 1750.2 |
| Land patented* | 29 September 1757 | Adam Short I patented land on 29 September 1757 at Short's Inheritance, Worcester Co, MD. It contained 50 acres.2 |
| Land patented | 29 February 1764 | He patented land on 29 February 1764 at Benjamin's Promise, Worcester Co, MD. It contained 75 acres.2 |
| Tax list* | between 1782 and 1790 | He was on the tax list between 1782 and 1790 at Nanticoke Hundred, Somerset Co, MD.3 |
| Will* | 12 October 1795 | Adam made a will on 12 October 1795 at Sussex Co, DE. Heirs: wife Betty Short; sons Purnal, Adam and Tilghman Sort; daughters Nancy Willis, Rebecca Waller, Katie O'Day, Lovey Johnson, Sarah McCauley and Betty Marvel. Extr wife Betty Short. Witt: William Swain, Polly Wright & Polly Rodney.3,4 |
| Death* | before 10 November 1796 | He died before 10 November 1796 at Sussex Co, DE. It was on this date that his will was proved.3,4 |
Citations
- [S2203] Vernon L. Skinner Jr. & F. Edward Wright, Colonial Families of the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Volume 20, p. 244 (The Edward Short Family of Somerset/Worcester/Sussex Counties).
- [S2203] Vernon L. Skinner Jr. & F. Edward Wright, Colonial Families of the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Volume 20, p. 246 (The Edward Short Family of Somerset/Worcester/Sussex Counties).
- [S2203] Vernon L. Skinner Jr. & F. Edward Wright, Colonial Families of the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Volume 20, p. 247 (The Edward Short Family of Somerset/Worcester/Sussex Counties).
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 277 (will of Adam Short Sr., wife Betty).
Daniel Short1
M, b. circa 1725, d. before 8 September 1774
| Birth* | circa 1725 | Daniel Short was born circa 1725 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1750 | He married Elizabeth Gillet (Gillet?) circa 1750.2 |
| Land bought* | 2 June 1759 | Daniel Short bought land on 2 June 1759 at tract Hope, Worcester Co, MD. James Smith of Somerset Co conveyed to Daniel Short 50 acres of this tract. (Land at Delaware line.)3,4 |
| Land bought | 10 May 1760 | He bought land on 10 May 1760 at tract Woodstock, Worcester Co, MD. John Langsdall of Somerset Co conveyed to Daniel Short 50 acres of this tract on the Southeast side of the Nanticoke River.3 |
| Land patented* | 21 August 1763 | He patented land on 21 August 1763 at tract Short's Industry, Worcester Co, MD. It contained 75 acres.3 |
| Will* | 10 June 1774 | Daniel made a will on 10 June 1774 at Worcester Co, MD. To wife Elizabeth, my land, housing, stock and furniture during widowhood but if she marries or at her decease to eldest son John Short, 100 acres; residue equally among my children. Witt: William Swain, Eli Short, Rebecca Darts. Elizabeth Short, relict, demanded her third.3,2 |
| Death* | before 8 September 1774 | He died before 8 September 1774 at Worcester Co, MD. It was on this date that his will was proved.3 |
Citations
- [S2203] Vernon L. Skinner Jr. & F. Edward Wright, Colonial Families of the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Volume 20, p. 244 (The Edward Short Family of Somerset/Worcester/Sussex Counties).
- [S825] Ruth Dryden, Worcester County, MD, Will Book JW4, 1769-1783, p. 33 (will of Daniel Short, wife Elizabeth).
- [S2203] Vernon L. Skinner Jr. & F. Edward Wright, Colonial Families of the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Volume 20, p. 247 (The Edward Short Family of Somerset/Worcester/Sussex Counties).
- [S2226] Vern Skinner, Genealogy Research, DPA:Sussex Co.:Deeds.
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 305 (will of Adam Short, wife Charlotte).
Eleanor (-----)1
F, b. circa 1720
| Birth* | circa 1720 | Eleanor (-----) was born circa 1720.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1740 | She married John (of Edw'd I) Short, son of Edward Short I and Anne (-----), circa 1740.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1740 | As of circa 1740,her married name was Short. |
| Will - Husb's* | 12 February 1767 | Eleanor was named in her husband's will on 12 February 1767 at Worcester Co, MD. She was shown as wife Eleanor in the will of John Short.1 |
Citations
- [S2203] Vernon L. Skinner Jr. & F. Edward Wright, Colonial Families of the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Volume 20, p. 244 (The Edward Short Family of Somerset/Worcester/Sussex Counties).
- [S2002] Sharon S. Jones, Worcester Co, MD Wills, 1759-1769, p. 49 (will of John Short, wife Eleanor).
Jonathan Short1
M, b. circa 1743, d. before 23 April 1794
| Birth* | circa 1743 | Jonathan Short was born circa 1743 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1765 | He married (-----) (-----) circa 1765. |
| Will - Father's* | 12 February 1767 | Jonathan was named in his father's will on 12 February 1767 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will John Short, wife Eleanor, named children Jonathan, Mary, William, Elaner, Sophia and Pressa Short and a grandson John Short, son of Jonathan. (NOTE: Wright shows daughter Mary Williams and Jones shows a daughter Mary and a son William.)1,2 |
| Land sold* | 12 January 1770 | He sold land on 12 January 1770 at tract Pussell (Puzzle), Somerset Co, MD. Jonathan Short, planter, conveyed to Adam Short, 1/2 of this tract situate on the Southeast side of Nanticoke River near the head of and on the east side of Gravelly Branch in Cars Neck. The 100 acre tract was devised to Jonathan by the will of John Short. It includes the plantation where Jonathan formerly lived.3 |
| Tax list* | 1782 | He was on the tax list in 1782 at Broad Creek Hundred, Sussex Co, DE. He was shown as Jonathan Short a head of household.3 |
| Death* | before 23 April 1794 | He died before 23 April 1794 at Sussex Co, DE. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Jonathan Short was granted to Parsons Huston.3,4 |
Citations
- [S2002] Sharon S. Jones, Worcester Co, MD Wills, 1759-1769, p. 49 (will of John Short, wife Eleanor).
- [S2203] Vernon L. Skinner Jr. & F. Edward Wright, Colonial Families of the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Volume 20, p. 244 (The Edward Short Family of Somerset/Worcester/Sussex Counties).
- [S2203] Vernon L. Skinner Jr. & F. Edward Wright, Colonial Families of the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Volume 20, p. 247 (The Edward Short Family of Somerset/Worcester/Sussex Counties).
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 249 (adm of Jonathan Short to Parsons Huston).
Mary Short1
F, b. circa 1748
| Birth* | circa 1748 | Mary Short was born circa 1748 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | before 12 February 1767 | She married (-----) Williams before 12 February 1767 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 12 February 1767 | Mary was named in her father's will on 12 February 1767 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will John Short, wife Eleanor, named children Jonathan, Mary, William, Elaner, Sophia and Pressa Short and a grandson John Short, son of Jonathan. (NOTE: Wright shows daughter Mary Williams and Jones shows a daughter Mary and a son William.)2 |
| Married Name | before 12 February 1767 | As of before 12 February 1767,her married name was Williams. |
Citations
- [S2203] Vernon L. Skinner Jr. & F. Edward Wright, Colonial Families of the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Volume 20, p. 244 (The Edward Short Family of Somerset/Worcester/Sussex Counties).
- [S2002] Sharon S. Jones, Worcester Co, MD Wills, 1759-1769, p. 49 (will of John Short, wife Eleanor).
Eleanor Short1
M, b. circa 1750
| Birth* | circa 1750 | Eleanor Short was born circa 1750 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 12 February 1767 | Eleanor was named in his father's will on 12 February 1767 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will John Short, wife Eleanor, named children Jonathan, Mary, William, Elaner, Sophia and Pressa Short and a grandson John Short, son of Jonathan. (NOTE: Wright shows daughter Mary Williams and Jones shows a daughter Mary and a son William.)1 |
Citations
- [S2002] Sharon S. Jones, Worcester Co, MD Wills, 1759-1769, p. 49 (will of John Short, wife Eleanor).
Sophia Short1
F, b. circa 1752
| Birth* | circa 1752 | Sophia Short was born circa 1752 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 12 February 1767 | Sophia was named in her father's will on 12 February 1767 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will John Short, wife Eleanor, named children Jonathan, Mary, William, Elaner, Sophia and Pressa Short and a grandson John Short, son of Jonathan. (NOTE: Wright shows daughter Mary Williams and Jones shows a daughter Mary and a son William.)1 |
| Marriage* | 24 March 1774 | She married William Maloney on 24 March 1774.2 |
| Married Name | 24 March 1774 | As of 24 March 1774,her married name was Maloney. |
Citations
- [S2002] Sharon S. Jones, Worcester Co, MD Wills, 1759-1769, p. 49 (will of John Short, wife Eleanor).
- [S2203] Vernon L. Skinner Jr. & F. Edward Wright, Colonial Families of the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Volume 20, p. 244 (The Edward Short Family of Somerset/Worcester/Sussex Counties).
Pressa Short1
F, b. circa 1754
| Birth* | circa 1754 | Pressa Short was born circa 1754 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 12 February 1767 | Pressa was named in her father's will on 12 February 1767 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will John Short, wife Eleanor, named children Jonathan, Mary, William, Elaner, Sophia and Pressa Short and a grandson John Short, son of Jonathan. (NOTE: Wright shows daughter Mary Williams and Jones shows a daughter Mary and a son William.)1 |
Citations
- [S2002] Sharon S. Jones, Worcester Co, MD Wills, 1759-1769, p. 49 (will of John Short, wife Eleanor).
William Maloney1
M, b. circa 1750
Citations
- [S2203] Vernon L. Skinner Jr. & F. Edward Wright, Colonial Families of the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Volume 20, p. 244 (The Edward Short Family of Somerset/Worcester/Sussex Counties).
(-----) Williams1
M, b. circa 1745
Citations
- [S2203] Vernon L. Skinner Jr. & F. Edward Wright, Colonial Families of the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Volume 20, p. 244 (The Edward Short Family of Somerset/Worcester/Sussex Counties).
(-----) (-----)
F, b. circa 1745
Citations
- [S2203] Vernon L. Skinner Jr. & F. Edward Wright, Colonial Families of the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Volume 20, p. 244 (The Edward Short Family of Somerset/Worcester/Sussex Counties).
John (of Jonathan) Short1
M, b. circa 1765
| Birth* | circa 1765 | John (of Jonathan) Short was born circa 1765 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - GrFath's* | 12 February 1767 | John was named in his grandfather's will on 12 February 1767 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will John Short, wife Eleanor, named children Jonathan, Mary, William, Elaner, Sophia and Pressa Short and a grandson John Short, son of Jonathan. (NOTE: Wright shows daughter Mary Williams and Jones shows a daughter Mary and a son William.)2 |
Citations
- [S2203] Vernon L. Skinner Jr. & F. Edward Wright, Colonial Families of the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Volume 20, p. 244 (The Edward Short Family of Somerset/Worcester/Sussex Counties).
- [S2002] Sharon S. Jones, Worcester Co, MD Wills, 1759-1769, p. 49 (will of John Short, wife Eleanor).
Elizabeth 'Betty' Short1
F, b. circa 1746
| Birth* | circa 1746 | Elizabeth 'Betty' Short was born circa 1746 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | before 11 March 1767 | She married John Tindall, son of Charles Tindall II and Sarah Hearne, before 11 March 1767 at Worcester Co, MD.2,3 |
| Will - Father's* | 11 March 1767 | Elizabeth was named in her father's will on 11 March 1767 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Edward Short, wife Elizabeth, named 6 youngest children Nancy, Edward, Rachel, Isaac, Patience and Comfort. He also named children Shadrack, Phillip, Jacob, Elizabeth Tindall and grandsons William Short and John Short.4 |
| Married Name | before 11 March 1767 | As of before 11 March 1767,her married name was Tindall. |
| Will - Mother's* | 15 May 1786 | Elizabeth was named in her mother's will on 15 May 1786 at Sussex Co, DE. In her will Elizabeth Short named sons Jacob, Shadrach, Phillip, Isaac and Edward Short and daughters Betty Tindal, Nancy Melson, Rachel Stockley, Comfort Benston and Patience Ellingsworth.5 |
Citations
- [S2002] Sharon S. Jones, Worcester Co, MD Wills, 1759-1769, p. 54 (will of Edward Short, wife Eliabeth).
- [S2203] Vernon L. Skinner Jr. & F. Edward Wright, Colonial Families of the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Volume 20, p. 250 (The Edward Short Family of Somerset/Worcester/Sussex Counties).
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 267 (Tindall Family).
- [S2002] Sharon S. Jones, Worcester Co, MD Wills, 1759-1769, p. 54 (will of Edward Short, wife Elizabeth).
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 176 (will of Elizabeth Short).
Sarah Tindall1
F, b. 1768
| Birth* | 1768 | Sarah Tindall was born in 1768 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
Citations
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 267 (Tindall Family).
Samuel Tindall1
M, b. circa 1769
| Birth* | circa 1769 | Samuel Tindall was born circa 1769 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
Citations
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 267 (Tindall Family).
John Tindall1
M, b. circa 1771
| Birth* | circa 1771 | John Tindall was born circa 1771 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
Citations
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 267 (Tindall Family).
Jesse Tindall1
M, b. circa 1773, d. before 20 May 1806
| Birth* | circa 1773 | Jesse Tindall was born circa 1773 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will* | 2 May 1806 | Jesse made a will on 2 May 1806 at Sussex Co, DE.2 |
| Death* | before 20 May 1806 | He died before 20 May 1806 at Sussex Co, DE. It was on this date that his will was proved.2 |
Citations
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 267 (Tindall Family).
- [S2296] F. Edward Wright, Sussex County, Delware, Wills, 1800-1813, p. 36 (will of Jesse Tindall, wife Betsy).
Isaac Tindall1
M, b. circa 1775
| Birth* | circa 1775 | Isaac Tindall was born circa 1775 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
Citations
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 267 (Tindall Family).
Lovey Tindall1
F, b. circa 1777
| Birth* | circa 1777 | Lovey Tindall was born circa 1777 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
Citations
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 267 (Tindall Family).
Hannah Tindall1
F, b. circa 1779
| Birth* | circa 1779 | Hannah Tindall was born circa 1779 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
Citations
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 267 (Tindall Family).
Nancy Tindall1
F, b. circa 1781
| Birth* | circa 1781 | Nancy Tindall was born circa 1781 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
Citations
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 267 (Tindall Family).
Purnell Tindall1
M, b. circa 1785
| Birth* | circa 1785 | Purnell Tindall was born circa 1785 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
Citations
- [S481] Pauline Manning Batchelder, Somerset Sampler - Families of Old Somerset Co, MD, 1700-1776, p. 267 (Tindall Family).
Comfort Short1
F, b. circa 1758
| Birth* | circa 1758 | Comfort Short was born circa 1758 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 11 March 1767 | Comfort was named in her father's will on 11 March 1767 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Edward Short, wife Elizabeth, named 6 youngest children Nancy, Edward, Rachel, Isaac, Patience and Comfort. He also named children Shadrack, Phillip, Jacob, Elizabeth Tindall and grandsons William Short and John Short.1 |
| Marriage* | 18 February 1779 | She married Spencer Benston on 18 February 1779 at Worcester Co, MD.2 |
| Married Name | 18 February 1779 | As of 18 February 1779,her married name was Benston. |
| Will - Mother's* | 15 May 1786 | Comfort was named in her mother's will on 15 May 1786 at Sussex Co, DE. In her will Elizabeth Short named sons Jacob, Shadrach, Phillip, Isaac and Edward Short and daughters Betty Tindal, Nancy Melson, Rachel Stockley, Comfort Benston and Patience Ellingsworth.3 |
Citations
- [S2002] Sharon S. Jones, Worcester Co, MD Wills, 1759-1769, p. 54 (will of Edward Short, wife Elizabeth).
- [S2203] Vernon L. Skinner Jr. & F. Edward Wright, Colonial Families of the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Volume 20, p. 245 (The Edward Short Family of Somerset/Worcester/Sussex Counties).
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 176 (will of Elizabeth Short).
Spencer Benston1
M, b. circa 1755
Citations
- [S2203] Vernon L. Skinner Jr. & F. Edward Wright, Colonial Families of the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Volume 20, p. 245 (The Edward Short Family of Somerset/Worcester/Sussex Counties).
Patience Short1
F, b. circa 1756
| Birth* | circa 1756 | Patience Short was born circa 1756 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 11 March 1767 | Patience was named in her father's will on 11 March 1767 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Edward Short, wife Elizabeth, named 6 youngest children Nancy, Edward, Rachel, Isaac, Patience and Comfort. He also named children Shadrack, Phillip, Jacob, Elizabeth Tindall and grandsons William Short and John Short.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1775 | She married Richard Ellingsworth circa 1775.2 |
| Married Name | circa 1775 | As of circa 1775,her married name was Ellingsworth. |
| Will - Mother's* | 15 May 1786 | Patience was named in her mother's will on 15 May 1786 at Sussex Co, DE. In her will Elizabeth Short named sons Jacob, Shadrach, Phillip, Isaac and Edward Short and daughters Betty Tindal, Nancy Melson, Rachel Stockley, Comfort Benston and Patience Ellingsworth.2 |
Citations
- [S2002] Sharon S. Jones, Worcester Co, MD Wills, 1759-1769, p. 54 (will of Edward Short, wife Elizabeth).
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 176 (will of Elizabeth Short).
Rachel Short1
F, b. circa 1752
| Birth* | circa 1752 | Rachel Short was born circa 1752 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 11 March 1767 | Rachel was named in her father's will on 11 March 1767 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Edward Short, wife Elizabeth, named 6 youngest children Nancy, Edward, Rachel, Isaac, Patience and Comfort. He also named children Shadrack, Phillip, Jacob, Elizabeth Tindall and grandsons William Short and John Short.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1770 | She married (-----) Stockley circa 1770.2 |
| Married Name | circa 1770 | As of circa 1770,her married name was Stockley. |
| Will - Mother's* | 15 May 1786 | Rachel was named in her mother's will on 15 May 1786 at Sussex Co, DE. In her will Elizabeth Short named sons Jacob, Shadrach, Phillip, Isaac and Edward Short and daughters Betty Tindal, Nancy Melson, Rachel Stockley, Comfort Benston and Patience Ellingsworth.2 |
Citations
- [S2002] Sharon S. Jones, Worcester Co, MD Wills, 1759-1769, p. 54 (will of Edward Short, wife Elizabeth).
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 176 (will of Elizabeth Short).
Edward Short III1
M, b. circa 1750, d. before 16 May 1809
| Birth* | circa 1750 | Edward Short III was born circa 1750 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 11 March 1767 | Edward was named in his father's will on 11 March 1767 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Edward Short, wife Elizabeth, named 6 youngest children Nancy, Edward, Rachel, Isaac, Patience and Comfort. He also named children Shadrack, Phillip, Jacob, Elizabeth Tindall and grandsons William Short and John Short.1 |
| Est Settm't Father's* | 20 June 1768 | He was named in the settlement of his father's estate on 20 June 1768 at Worcester Co, MD. The inventory of the estate of Edward Short was filed by Elizabeth Short and Edward Short. Signed as next of kin: Shadrack Short and Jacob Short.2 |
| Marriage* | circa 1770 | He married Nanney Jones, daughter of Thomas Jones and Elizabeth (-----), circa 1770.3 |
| Land certificate* | 20 May 1776 | Edward Short III was granted a certificate for land on 20 May 1776 at Griffin's Choice, Sussex Co, DE. He was shown as Edward Short and was issued a warrent in Sussex Co for this tract.3 |
| Tax list* | between 1782 and 1790 | He was on the tax list between 1782 and 1790 at Dagsborough Hundred, Sussex Co, DE. He was shown as Edward Short in 1782 and as Edward Short Sr. in 1790.3 |
| Will - Mother's* | 15 May 1786 | Edward was named in his mother's will on 15 May 1786 at Sussex Co, DE. In her will Elizabeth Short named sons Jacob, Shadrach, Phillip, Isaac and Edward Short and daughters Betty Tindal, Nancy Melson, Rachel Stockley, Comfort Benston and Patience Ellingsworth.4 |
| Census head* | 1800 | Edward was listed as a head of household in the census of 1800 at Dagsborough Hundred, Sussex Co, DE.5 |
| Will* | 24 August 1802 | Edward made a will on 24 August 1802 at Sussex Co, DE. Heirs: son Wingate Short, daughter Hanar Piper and -- West to have Negro Jim after wife Naney's decease. To son Isaac Short, Negro Frank. To son John Short, land to be share with brother Isaac and Negro boy Jim. To son Lenard Short, land I bought of John Johnson and Daniel Johnson in Dagsborought Hundred and Negro boy Jacob. To daughter Nancy Short, Negro Hes. Mentioned grandson Nathaniel Short. Extr wife Nanney and son Wingate Short. Witt: Leven Connaway & Leven Hopkins.3,6 |
| Death* | before 16 May 1809 | He died before 16 May 1809 at Sussex Co, DE. It was on this date that his will was proved.3 |
Citations
- [S2002] Sharon S. Jones, Worcester Co, MD Wills, 1759-1769, p. 54 (will of Edward Short, wife Elizabeth).
- [S2203] Vernon L. Skinner Jr. & F. Edward Wright, Colonial Families of the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Volume 20, p. 245 (The Edward Short Family of Somerset/Worcester/Sussex Counties).
- [S2203] Vernon L. Skinner Jr. & F. Edward Wright, Colonial Families of the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Volume 20, p. 248 (The Edward Short Family of Somerset/Worcester/Sussex Counties).
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 176 (will of Elizabeth Short).
- [S2226] Vern Skinner, Genealogy Research.
- [S2296] F. Edward Wright, Sussex County, Delware, Wills, 1800-1813, p. 54 (will of Edward Short).
Nancy Short1
F, b. circa 1748
| Birth* | circa 1748 | Nancy Short was born circa 1748 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 11 March 1767 | Nancy was named in her father's will on 11 March 1767 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Edward Short, wife Elizabeth, named 6 youngest children Nancy, Edward, Rachel, Isaac, Patience and Comfort. He also named children Shadrack, Phillip, Jacob, Elizabeth Tindall and grandsons William Short and John Short.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1770 | She married (-----) Melson circa 1770.2 |
| Married Name | circa 1770 | As of circa 1770,her married name was Melson. |
| Will - Mother's* | 15 May 1786 | Nancy was named in her mother's will on 15 May 1786 at Sussex Co, DE. In her will Elizabeth Short named sons Jacob, Shadrach, Phillip, Isaac and Edward Short and daughters Betty Tindal, Nancy Melson, Rachel Stockley, Comfort Benston and Patience Ellingsworth.2 |
Citations
- [S2002] Sharon S. Jones, Worcester Co, MD Wills, 1759-1769, p. 54 (will of Edward Short, wife Elizabeth).
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 176 (will of Elizabeth Short).
Phillip (of Edw'd II) Short1
M, b. circa 1740, d. before 26 May 1789
| Birth* | circa 1740 | Phillip (of Edw'd II) Short was born circa 1740 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1765 | He married Elilzabeth 'Betty' (-----) circa 1765.2 |
| Will - Father's* | 11 March 1767 | Phillip was named in his father's will on 11 March 1767 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Edward Short, wife Elizabeth, named 6 youngest children Nancy, Edward, Rachel, Isaac, Patience and Comfort. He also named children Shadrack, Phillip, Jacob, Elizabeth Tindall and grandsons William Short and John Short. He gave Phillip 80 acres called Last of All and one shilling.1 |
| Tax list* | between 1782 and 1790 | He was on the tax list between 1782 and 1790 at Dagsborough Hundred, Sussex Co, DE. He was shown as Phillip Short, a head of household.3 |
| Will - Mother's* | 15 May 1786 | Phillip was named in his mother's will on 15 May 1786 at Sussex Co, DE. In her will Elizabeth Short named sons Jacob, Shadrach, Phillip, Isaac and Edward Short and daughters Betty Tindal, Nancy Melson, Rachel Stockley, Comfort Benston and Patience Ellingsworth.4 |
| Will* | 24 April 1789 | Phillip made a will on 24 April 1789 at Sussex Co, DE. Heirs: wife Betty Short; sons Edward, John, Purnal & Phillip Short; daughters Polly, Leah, Betsey and Millie Short. Extrs wife Betty & son Edward. Witt: John Thoroughgood & Zacariah Jones.2 |
| Death* | before 26 May 1789 | He died before 26 May 1789 at Sussex Co, DE. It was on this date that his will was proved.2 |
Citations
- [S2002] Sharon S. Jones, Worcester Co, MD Wills, 1759-1769, p. 54 (will of Edward Short, wife Elizabeth).
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 202 (will of Phillip Short, wife Betty).
- [S2203] Vernon L. Skinner Jr. & F. Edward Wright, Colonial Families of the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Volume 20, p. 249 (The Edward Short Family of Somerset/Worcester/Sussex Counties).
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 176 (will of Elizabeth Short).
Shadrack (of Edw'd) Short Sr.1
M, b. circa 1738, d. before 22 December 1823
| Birth* | circa 1738 | Shadrack (of Edw'd) Short Sr. was born circa 1738 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1765 | He married (-----) (-----) circa 1765.2 |
| Will - Father's* | 11 March 1767 | Shadrack was named in his father's will on 11 March 1767 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Edward Short, wife Elizabeth, named 6 youngest children Nancy, Edward, Rachel, Isaac, Patience and Comfort. He also named children Shadrack, Phillip, Jacob, Elizabeth Tindall and grandsons William Short and John Short. He gave son Shadrack 100 aces called Shorts Addition & one shilling.1 |
| Est Settm't Father's* | 20 June 1768 | He was named in the settlement of his father's estate on 20 June 1768 at Worcester Co, MD. The inventory of the estate of Edward Short was filed by Elizabeth Short and Edward Short. Signed as next of kin: Shadrack Short and Jacob Short.3 |
| Tax list* | 1782 | He was on the tax list in 1782 at Broad Creek Hundred, Sussex Co, DE. He was shown as Shadrack Short, a head of household.2 |
| Tax list | 1782 | He was on the tax list in 1782 at Broad Creek Hundred, Sussex Co, DE.4 |
| Land sold* | 24 July 1784 | He sold land on 24 July 1784 at Short's Addition, Sussex Co, DE. Shadrack Short sold this tract of 100 acres to John Thorogood, which was granted to Edward Short (evidently his father) in 1748.2 |
| Land bought* | 3 August 1784 | He bought land on 3 August 1784 at Friendship, Sussex Co, DE. Thomas Paremore sold this 28 acre tract to Shadrack Short.2 |
| Land bought | 4 August 1784 | He bought land on 4 August 1784 at Downses Chance, Sussex Co, DE. John Wingate sold this 50 acre tract to Shadrack Short.2 |
| Will - Mother's* | 15 May 1786 | Shadrack was named in his mother's will on 15 May 1786 at Sussex Co, DE. In her will Elizabeth Short named sons Jacob, Shadrach, Phillip, Isaac and Edward Short and daughters Betty Tindal, Nancy Melson, Rachel Stockley, Comfort Benston and Patience Ellingsworth.5 |
| Tax list | 1790 | He was on the tax list in 1790 at Broad Creek Hundred, Sussex Co, DE. He was shown as Shadrack Short, a head of household. There is also a Isaac Short of Shadrack and a John Short of Shadrack who are also heads of households.2 |
| Security on Admin* | 21 November 1796 | He was security on the administration of an estate on 21 November 1796 at Sussex Co, DE. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Wingate West was granted to Eunice West with Shadrack Short security. (Note: Shadrack Short was her uncle.)6 |
| Census head* | 1800 | Shadrack was listed as a head of household in the census of 1800 at Broad Creek Hundred, Sussex Co, DE. He was shown as Shadrack Short, a head of household, with 1 male 16-26, 1 male over 45, 1 female 10-16, 1 female 16-26 & 1 female over 45.2 |
| Will - Extr* | 2 May 1806 | He was named as the executor of a will on 2 May 1806 at Sussex Co, DE. In his will Jesse Tindall named wife Betsey (Elizabeth) and Shadrack Short as Extrs.7 |
| Will* | 5 September 1811 | Shadrack made a will on 5 September 1811 at Broad Creek Hundred, Sussex Co, MD. To son Shadrack Short, land he lives on called "Agreement" bought of Gilbert Marriner and George Mitchell. Son Phillip Short the plantation I live on called "Friendship" and a piece called "Addition" and "Downes Chance". Grandson Shadrack Short, son of Uriah, "Golden Lotts", purchased of Wm. H. Walls and "Wooden Mind" with a division line with Aaron Collins. Son-in-law William Anderson $50. Daughter Rhoda Hosea. 750 acres purchased of Wm. Anderson to be divided between daughter Vinea Lord, sons John Short, Uriah Short, Isaac Short, Shadrack Short, Phillip Short, Daughters Rhoda Hosea and grandson Shadrack Short. Extr son Phillip Short. Witt: M. Derickson, Robert Wilbank and Joseph Godwin.8 |
| Death* | before 22 December 1823 | He died before 22 December 1823 at Sussex Co, DE. It was on this date that his will was proved.8 |
Citations
- [S2002] Sharon S. Jones, Worcester Co, MD Wills, 1759-1769, p. 54 (will of Edward Short, wife Elizabeth).
- [S2203] Vernon L. Skinner Jr. & F. Edward Wright, Colonial Families of the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Volume 20, p. 249 (The Edward Short Family of Somerset/Worcester/Sussex Counties).
- [S2203] Vernon L. Skinner Jr. & F. Edward Wright, Colonial Families of the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Volume 20, p. 245 (The Edward Short Family of Somerset/Worcester/Sussex Counties).
- [S2226] Vern Skinner, Genealogy Research, DPA:Sussex Co.:Tax Records.
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 176 (will of Elizabeth Short).
- [S2226] Vern Skinner, Genealogy Research, DPA:Sussex Co.:Probate Files.
- [S2296] F. Edward Wright, Sussex County, Delware, Wills, 1800-1813, p. 36 (will of Jesse Tindall, wife Betsy).
- [S2289] K. Louise Planer, Sussex County, Delaware, Wills, 1813-1827, p. 64 (will of Shadrack Short Sr.).
(-----) Melson1
M, b. circa 1745
Citations
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 176 (will of Elizabeth Short).
