(-----) Stockley1
M, b. circa 1750
Citations
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 176 (will of Elizabeth Short).
Richard Ellingsworth1
M, b. circa 1750
Citations
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 176 (will of Elizabeth Short).
John (of Edw'd II) Short1
M, b. circa 1732, d. before 2 September 1756
| Birth* | circa 1732 | John (of Edw'd II) Short was born circa 1732 at Sussex Co, DE.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1753 | He married Tabitha 'Tabby' Brotherer, daughter of Joseph Brotherer and Elenaor (-----), circa 1753.1 |
| Land patented* | 25 January 1754 | John (of Edw'd II) Short patented land on 25 January 1754 at Short's Luck, Worcester Co, MD. The acreage was not shown.1 |
| Death* | before 2 September 1756 | He died before 2 September 1756 at Worcester Co, MD. It was on this date that the inventory of his estate was approved. Adm was Tabby Short. Signed as next of kin: Edward Short & Robert Marvel.1 |
| Est settm't* | 6 June 1757 | His estate was settled on 6 June 1757 at Anne Arundel Co, MD. The administrative account on the estate of John Short, Anne Arundel Co. (recorded in Worcester Co.) was submitted by Tabitha Ellensworth, wife of Richard Ellensworth and on 6 June 1757 the estate was distriubted by Tabitha Ellensworth, wife of Richard Ellensworth, to widow and infants, William and John. Securities: Joseph Brothers & Willam Kellam.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 11 March 1767 | John was named in his father's will on 11 March 1767 at Worcester Co, MD. He was dec'd by this date as his fahter Edward Short, wife Elizabeth, named grandsons William & John Short instead of him.2 |
Citations
- [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).
- [S2002] Sharon S. Jones, Worcester Co, MD Wills, 1759-1769, p. 54 (will of Edward Short, wife Elizabeth).
William (of John) Short1
M, b. circa 1754
| Birth* | circa 1754 | William (of John) Short was born circa 1754 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Est Settm't Father's* | 6 June 1757 | He was named in the settlement of his father's estate on 6 June 1757 at Anne Arundel Co, MD. The administrative account on the estate of John Short, Anne Arundel Co. (recorded in Worcester Co.) was submitted by Tabitha Ellensworth, wife of Richard Ellensworth and on 6 June 1757 the estate was distriubted by Tabitha Ellensworth, wife of Richard Ellensworth, to widow and infants, William and John. Securities: Joseph Brothers & Willam Kellam.2 |
| Will - Grfath's* | 11 March 1767 | William was named in his grandfather's will on 11 March 1767 at Worcester Co, MD. His father John was evidently dec'd by this date as his fahter Edward Short, wife Elizabeth, named grandsons William & John Short instead of his father John.1 |
| Deed of Gift - Rec'd* | 1768 | He received by deed of gift in 1768 at Sussex Co, DE. Joseph Brotherer gave a deed of gift to his grandson William Short of 50 acres and 25 acres of land.3 |
| Tax list* | 1782 | He was on the tax list in 1782 at Dagsborough Hundred, Sussex Co, DE. He was shown as William Short a head of household.4 |
| Land sold* | 24 February 1784 | He sold land on 24 February 1784 at Sussex Co, DE. William Short sold 50 acrs & 25 acres of land to William Newbold.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. 248 (The Edward Short Family of Somerset/Worcester/Sussex Counties).
- [S2226] Vern Skinner, Genealogy Research, Brewer, Abstracts of Sussex Co, Deeds, various dates, p. 41).
- [S2203] Vernon L. Skinner Jr. & F. Edward Wright, Colonial Families of the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Volume 20, p. 252 (The Edward Short Family of Somerset/Worcester/Sussex Counties).
John (of John) Short1
M, b. circa 1756
| Birth* | circa 1756 | John (of John) Short was born circa 1756 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Est Settm't Father's* | 6 June 1757 | He was named in the settlement of his father's estate on 6 June 1757 at Anne Arundel Co, MD. The administrative account on the estate of John Short, Anne Arundel Co. (recorded in Worcester Co.) was submitted by Tabitha Ellensworth, wife of Richard Ellensworth and on 6 June 1757 the estate was distriubted by Tabitha Ellensworth, wife of Richard Ellensworth, to widow and infants, William and John. Securities: Joseph Brothers & Willam Kellam.2 |
| Will - GrFath's* | 11 March 1767 | John was named in his grandfather's will on 11 March 1767 at Worcester Co, MD. His father John was evidently dec'd by this date as his fahter Edward Short, wife Elizabeth, named grandsons William & John Short instead of his father John.1 |
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. 248 (The Edward Short Family of Somerset/Worcester/Sussex Counties).
Margaret (-----)1
F, b. circa 1720, d. before 1 December 1789
| Birth* | circa 1720 | Margaret (-----) was born circa 1720 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1740 | She married Abraham Short, son of Edward Short I and Anne (-----), circa 1740 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1740 | As of circa 1740,her married name was Short. |
| Will - Husb's* | 30 April 1788 | Margaret was named in her husband's will on 30 April 1788 at Sussex Co, DE. She was shown as wife Margate Short in the will of Abraham Short.1 |
| Will* | 13 November 1789 | Margaret made a will on 13 November 1789 at Sussex Co, DE. Heirs: grandson Abram Short; granddaughter Margret Reynolds. Extr son Eli Short. Witt: William Swain & Tilghman Short.2 |
| Death* | before 1 December 1789 | She died before 1 December 1789 at Sussex Co, MD. It was on this date that her will was proved.2 |
Citations
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 192 (will of Abraham Short, wife Margate).
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 206 (will of Margret Short).
- [S2406] June Chalon, to M.K. Miles.
- [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).
Allen Short1
M, b. circa 1746, d. before 4 September 1792
| Birth* | circa 1746 | Allen Short was born circa 1746 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1770 | He married Rachel Messick, daughter of Obadiah Messick and Comfort (-----), circa 1770.2 |
| Tax list* | between 1782 and 1785 | Allen Short was on the tax list between 1782 and 1785 at Nanticoke Hundred, Somerset Co, MD. He was shown as Allen Short a head of household.2 |
| Will - Father's* | 30 April 1788 | Allen was named in his father's will on 30 April 1788 at Sussex Co, DE. In his will Abraham Short, wife Margate, named 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).1 |
| Land sold* | 13 October 1788 | He sold land on 13 October 1788 at Shorts Chance, Sussex Co, DE. Allen Short of Sussex Co, yeoman and his wife Rachel, conveyed to Winder Crocket of same place, yeoman, 100 acres of this tract on the Southeast side of Nanticoke River in Carr's Neck, bounded by land of Thomas Jones, devised to Allen Short by his father Abraham Short.2 |
| Will - Mother's* | 13 November 1789 | Allen was named in his mother's will on 13 November 1789 at Sussex Co, DE. In her will Margret Short named grandson Abram Short and granddaughter Margret Reynolds & Extr Eli Short.3 |
| Tax list | 1790 | He was on the tax list in 1790 at Nanticoke Hundred, Sussex Co, DE. He was shown as Eli Short, a head of household.4 |
| Death* | before 4 September 1792 | He died before 4 September 1792 at Sussex Co, DE. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Allen Short was granted to Rachel Short.5 |
Citations
- [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. 250 (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. 206 (will of Margret Short).
- [S2203] Vernon L. Skinner Jr. & F. Edward Wright, Colonial Families of the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Volume 20, p. 251 (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. 236 (adm of Allen Short to Rachel Short).
John (of Abraham) Short1
M, b. circa 1740
| Birth* | circa 1740 | John (of Abraham) Short was born circa 1740 at Somerset Co, MD. He would have been age 21 or there abouts to patent land in 1760.1,2 |
| Land patented* | 17 October 1760 | He patented land on 17 October 1760 at Short's Chance, Worcester Co, MD. It contained 50 acres. He was sohwn as John Short, son of Abraham.2 |
| Tax list* | between 1782 and 1790 | He was on the tax list between 1782 and 1790 at Nanticoke Hundred, Sussex Co, DE. He was shown as either John Short or John Short Jr., a head of household.2 |
| Will - Father's* | 30 April 1788 | John was named in his father's will on 30 April 1788 at Sussex Co, DE. In his will Abraham Short, wife Margate, named 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).1 |
| Census head* | 1800 | John was listed as a head of household in the census of 1800 at Nanticoke Hundred, Sussex Co, DE. He was shown as John Short, a head of household with 1 male under 10, 1 male 10-16, 1 male 16-26, 1 male over 45, 1 female under 10, 1 female over 45.2 |
Citations
- [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. 251 (The Edward Short Family of Somerset/Worcester/Sussex Counties).
James (of Abraham) Short1
M, b. circa 1750
| Birth* | circa 1750 | James (of Abraham) Short was born circa 1750 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1775 | He married (-----) (-----) circa 1775. |
| Tax list* | between 1782 and 1785 | James (of Abraham) Short was on the tax list between 1782 and 1785 at Nanticoke Hundred, Sussex Co, DE. He was shown as James Short, a head of household.2 |
| Will - Father's* | 30 April 1788 | James was named in his father's will on 30 April 1788 at Somerset Co, MD. In his will Abraham Short, wife Margate, named 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).1 |
Citations
- [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. 251 (The Edward Short Family of Somerset/Worcester/Sussex Counties).
Elizabeth Short1
F, b. circa 1752
| Birth* | circa 1752 | Elizabeth Short was born circa 1752 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | 22 October 1772 | She married George Reynolds on 22 October 1772 at Worcester Co, MD.2 |
| Married Name | 22 October 1772 | As of 22 October 1772,her married name was Reynolds. |
| Marriage* | circa 1780 | Elizabeth Short married John Piper, son of Christopher (of Chris) Piper and Mary (-----), circa 1780.2 |
| Married Name | circa 1780 | As of circa 1780,her married name was Piper. |
| Will - Father's* | 30 April 1788 | Elizabeth was named in her father's will on 30 April 1788 at Sussex Co, DE. In his will Abraham Short, wife Margate, named 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).1 |
Citations
- [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).
George Reynolds1
M, b. circa 1745
Citations
- [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).
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 192 (will of Abraham Short, wife Margate).
John Piper1
M, b. circa 1746
| Birth* | circa 1746 | John Piper was born circa 1746 at Worcester Co, MD.2 |
| Est Settm't Father's* | 6 July 1767 | He was named in the settlement of his father's estate on 6 July 1767 at Somerset Co, MD. The inventory on the estate of Christopher Piper was filed by Matthew Piper. Signed as next of kin: John Piper, Ann Piper. A second inventory was approved on 26 June 1771.3 |
| Will - Sister's* | 2 February 1771 | John was named in his sister's will on 2 February 1771 at Worcester Co, MD. In her will Rachel Piper gave to brothers John Piper and Nutter Piper. To sisters Nelly Piper and Ann Dixon. To brothers-in-law Levin Stott & Nathaniel Dixon (Extr). Witt: Jonathan Cathell, Isaac Dixon and Thomas Carey.2 |
| Est Settm't Father's* | 7 March 1776 | He was named in the settlement of his father's estate on 7 March 1776 at Somerset Co, MD. Settlement of the estate of Christopher Piper was submitted by John Piper, security of Matthew Piper, administrator of the dec'd. Distribution was made in 5 equal amounts to wife (unnamed) of Nathaniel Dixon, Rachel Piper (willed by her to Ann Dixon) paid to Nathaniel Dixon in right of his wife (unnamed), John Piper, Nutter Piper and Eloner Piper.3 |
| Marriage* | circa 1780 | He married Elizabeth Short, daughter of Abraham Short and Margaret (-----), circa 1780.1 |
Citations
- [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).
- [S825] Ruth Dryden, Worcester County, MD, Will Book JW4, 1769-1783, p. 7 (will of Rachel Piper).
- [S976] F. Edward Wright, Colonial Families of the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Volume 22, p. 88 (William Piper Family).
Hannah Short1
F, b. circa 1754
| Birth* | circa 1754 | Hannah Short was born circa 1754 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1775 | She married John Lynch circa 1775.2 |
| Married Name | circa 1775 | As of circa 1775,her married name was Lynch. |
| Will - Father's* | 30 April 1788 | Hannah was named in her father's will on 30 April 1788 at Sussex Co, DE. In his will Abraham Short, wife Margate, named 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).2 |
Citations
- [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).
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 192 (will of Abraham Short, wife Margate).
John Lynch1
M, b. circa 1750
| Birth* | circa 1750 | John Lynch was born circa 1750.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1775 | He married Hannah Short, daughter of Abraham Short and Margaret (-----), circa 1775.1 |
| Will - Father-in-law* | 30 April 1788 | John was named in his father-in-law's will on 30 April 1788 at Sussex Co, DE. He was shown as son-in-law John Lynch and named an Extr in the will of Abraham Short, wife Margate.1 |
Citations
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 192 (will of Abraham Short, wife Margate).
(-----) (-----)
F, b. circa 1750
Citations
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 192 (will of Abraham Short, wife Margate).
Jacob (of James) Short1
M, b. circa 1776
| Birth* | circa 1776 | Jacob (of James) Short was born circa 1776 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Will - GrFath's* | 30 April 1788 | Jacob was named in his grandfather's will on 30 April 1788 at Sussex Co, DE. In his will Abraham Short, wife Margate, named 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).1 |
Citations
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 192 (will of Abraham Short, wife Margate).
Sally Short1
F, b. circa 1772
| Birth* | circa 1772 | Sally Short was born circa 1772 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Grfath's* | 30 April 1788 | Sally was named in her grandfather's will on 30 April 1788 at Sussex Co, DE. In his will Abraham Short, wife Margate, named 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).1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1800 | She married Wilkins Warrick circa 1800. |
| Married Name | circa 1800 | As of circa 1800,her married name was Warrick. |
| Land deed named in* | 24 December 1805 | Sally Short was named in a deed on 24 December 1805. 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.) |
Citations
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 192 (will of Abraham Short, wife Margate).
Margaret 'Peggy' Reynolds1,2
F, b. circa 1773
| Birth* | circa 1773 | Margaret 'Peggy' Reynolds was born circa 1773 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Grfath's* | 30 April 1788 | Margaret was named in her grandfather's will on 30 April 1788 at Sussex Co, DE. In his will Abraham Short, wife Margate, named 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).1 |
| Will - GrMoth's* | 13 November 1789 | Margaret was named in her grandmother's will on 13 November 1789 at Sussex Co, DE. In her will Margret Short named grandson Abram Short and granddaughter Margret Reynolds & Extr Eli Short.2 |
Citations
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 192 (will of Abraham Short, wife Margate).
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 206 (will of Margret Short).
Nancy Reynolds1
F, b. circa 1775
| Birth* | circa 1775 | Nancy Reynolds was born circa 1775 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Grfath's* | 30 April 1788 | Nancy was named in her grandfather's will on 30 April 1788 at Sussex Co, DE. In his will Abraham Short, wife Margate, named 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).1 |
Citations
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 192 (will of Abraham Short, wife Margate).
Abraham 'Abram' (of Eli) Short1
M, b. circa 1770, d. before 12 October 1796
| Birth* | circa 1770 | Abraham 'Abram' (of Eli) Short was born circa 1770 at Somerset Co, MD.2 |
| Will - GrMoth's* | 13 November 1789 | Abraham was named in his grandmother's will on 13 November 1789 at Sussex Co, DE. In her will Margret Short named grandson Abram Short and granddaughter Margret Reynolds & Extr son Eli Short.2 |
| Tax list* | 1790 | He was on the tax list in 1790 at Dagsborough Hundred, Sussex Co, DE. He was shown as Abram Short of Eli, a head of household.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1792 | He married Margaret 'Peggy' (-----) circa 1792.3 |
| Death* | before 12 October 1796 | Abraham 'Abram' (of Eli) Short died before 12 October 1796 at Sussex Co, DE. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Abraham Short was granted to William Shelpman and wife Margaret, late Margaret Short. A daughter Betsy was mentioned.3 |
Citations
- [S2203] Vernon L. Skinner Jr. & F. Edward Wright, Colonial Families of the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Volume 20, p. 254 (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. 206 (will of Margret Short).
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 276 (adm of Abraham Short to William Shelpman and wife Margaret).
Betty Tilghman (Tilghman?)1,2
F, b. circa 1730
| Birth* | circa 1730 | Betty Tilghman (Tilghman?) was born circa 1730 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1750 | She married Adam Short I, son of Edward Short I and Anne (-----), circa 1750.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1750 | As of circa 1750,her married name was Short. |
| Will - Husb's* | 12 October 1795 | Betty was named in her husband's will on 12 October 1795 at Sussex Co, DE. She was shown as wife Betty Short in the will of Adam Short Sr.2 |
Citations
- [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).
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 277 (will of Adam Short Sr., wife Betty).
Ann 'Nancy' Short1
F, b. circa 1750
| Birth* | circa 1750 | Ann 'Nancy' Short was born circa 1750 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | 6 June 1768 | She married John Willis on 6 June 1768.1 |
| Married Name | 6 June 1768 | As of 6 June 1768,her married name was Willis. |
| Will - Father's* | 12 October 1795 | Ann was named in her father's will on 12 October 1795 at Sussex Co, DE. In his will Adam Short Sr, wife Betty, named sons Purnal, Adam & Tilghman Short; daughters Nancy Willis, Rebecca Waller, Kaite O'Day, Lovey Johnson, Sarah McCauley and Betty Marvel.2 |
Citations
- [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).
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 277 (will of Adam Short Sr., wife Betty).
John Willis1
M, b. circa 1745
Citations
- [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).
Purnal (of Adam) Short1
M, b. circa 1752, d. circa 1797
| Birth* | circa 1752 | Purnal (of Adam) Short was born circa 1752 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Tax list* | between 1785 and 1790 | He was on the tax list between 1785 and 1790 at Nanticoke Hundred, Sussex Co, DE. He was shown as Purnel Short, a head of household.2 |
| Will - Father's* | 12 October 1795 | Purnal was named in his father's will on 12 October 1795 at Sussex Co, DE. In his will Adam Short Sr, wife Betty, named sons Purnal, Adam & Tilghman Short; daughters Nancy Willis, Rebecca Waller, Kaite O'Day, Lovey Johnson, Sarah McCauley and Betty Marvel.1 |
| Death* | circa 1797 | He died circa 1797 at Sussex Co, DE. It was on this date that an inventory on his estate was filed.3 |
Citations
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 277 (will of Adam Short Sr., wife Betty).
- [S2203] Vernon L. Skinner Jr. & F. Edward Wright, Colonial Families of the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Volume 20, p. 251 (The Edward Short Family of Somerset/Worcester/Sussex Counties).
- [S2226] Vern Skinner, Genealogy Research.
Adam Short II1
M, b. circa 1754
| Birth* | circa 1754 | Adam Short II was born circa 1754 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 12 October 1795 | Adam was named in his father's will on 12 October 1795 at Sussex Co, DE. In his will Adam Short Sr, wife Betty, named sons Purnal, Adam & Tilghman Short; daughters Nancy Willis, Rebecca Waller, Kaite O'Day, Lovey Johnson, Sarah McCauley and Betty Marvel.1 |
Citations
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 277 (will of Adam Short Sr., wife Betty).
Tilghman Short1
M, b. circa 1756
| Birth* | circa 1756 | Tilghman Short was born circa 1756 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Tax list* | 1790 | He was on the tax list in 1790 at Nanticoke Hundred, Sussex Co, DE. He was shown as Tilghman Short, a head of household.2 |
| Will - Father's* | 12 October 1795 | Tilghman was named in his father's will on 12 October 1795 at Sussex Co, DE. In his will Adam Short Sr, wife Betty, named sons Purnal, Adam & Tilghman Short; daughters Nancy Willis, Rebecca Waller, Kaite O'Day, Lovey Johnson, Sarah McCauley and Betty Marvel.1 |
Citations
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 277 (will of Adam Short Sr., wife Betty).
- [S2203] Vernon L. Skinner Jr. & F. Edward Wright, Colonial Families of the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Volume 20, p. 251 (The Edward Short Family of Somerset/Worcester/Sussex Counties).
Rebecca Short1
F, b. circa 1758
| Birth* | circa 1758 | Rebecca Short was born circa 1758 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1780 | She married (-----) Waller circa 1780.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1780 | As of circa 1780,her married name was Waller. |
| Will - Father's* | 12 October 1795 | Rebecca was named in her father's will on 12 October 1795 at Sussex Co, DE. In his will Adam Short Sr, wife Betty, named sons Purnal, Adam & Tilghman Short; daughters Nancy Willis, Rebecca Waller, Kaite O'Day, Lovey Johnson, Sarah McCauley and Betty Marvel.1 |
Citations
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 277 (will of Adam Short Sr., wife Betty).
(-----) Waller1
M, b. circa 1750
Citations
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 277 (will of Adam Short Sr., wife Betty).
Katie Short1
F, b. circa 1760
| Birth* | circa 1760 | Katie Short was born circa 1760 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1780 | She married (-----) O'Day circa 1780.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1780 | As of circa 1780,her married name was O'Day. |
| Will - Father's* | 12 October 1795 | Katie was named in her father's will on 12 October 1795 at Sussex Co, DE. In his will Adam Short Sr, wife Betty, named sons Purnal, Adam & Tilghman Short; daughters Nancy Willis, Rebecca Waller, Kaite O'Day, Lovey Johnson, Sarah McCauley and Betty Marvel.1 |
Citations
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 277 (will of Adam Short Sr., wife Betty).
(-----) O'Day1
M, b. circa 1755
Citations
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 277 (will of Adam Short Sr., wife Betty).
Lovey Short1
F, b. circa 1762
| Birth* | circa 1762 | Lovey Short was born circa 1762 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1785 | She married (-----) Johnson circa 1785.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1785 | As of circa 1785,her married name was Johnson. |
| Will - Father's* | 12 October 1795 | Lovey was named in her father's will on 12 October 1795 at Sussex Co, DE. In his will Adam Short Sr, wife Betty, named sons Purnal, Adam & Tilghman Short; daughters Nancy Willis, Rebecca Waller, Kaite O'Day, Lovey Johnson, Sarah McCauley and Betty Marvel.1 |
Citations
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 277 (will of Adam Short Sr., wife Betty).
(-----) Johnson1
M, b. circa 1750
Citations
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 277 (will of Adam Short Sr., wife Betty).
Sarah Short1
F, b. circa 1764
| Birth* | circa 1764 | Sarah Short was born circa 1764 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1785 | She married (-----) McColley circa 1785.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1785 | As of circa 1785,her married name was McColley. |
| Will - Father's* | 12 October 1795 | Sarah was named in her father's will on 12 October 1795 at Sussex Co, DE. In his will Adam Short Sr, wife Betty, named sons Purnal, Adam & Tilghman Short; daughters Nancy Willis, Rebecca Waller, Kaite O'Day, Lovey Johnson, Sarah McCauley and Betty Marvel.1 |
Citations
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 277 (will of Adam Short Sr., wife Betty).
(-----) McColley1
M, b. circa 1760
Citations
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 277 (will of Adam Short Sr., wife Betty).
Betty Short1
F, b. circa 1766
| Birth* | circa 1766 | Betty Short was born circa 1766 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1785 | She married (-----) Marvel circa 1785.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1785 | As of circa 1785,her married name was Marvel. |
| Will - Father's* | 12 October 1795 | Betty was named in her father's will on 12 October 1795 at Sussex Co, DE. In his will Adam Short Sr, wife Betty, named sons Purnal, Adam & Tilghman Short; daughters Nancy Willis, Rebecca Waller, Kaite O'Day, Lovey Johnson, Sarah McCauley and Betty Marvel.1 |
Citations
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 277 (will of Adam Short Sr., wife Betty).
(-----) Marvel1
M, b. circa 1760
Citations
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 277 (will of Adam Short Sr., wife Betty).
Elizabeth Gillet (Gillet?)1,2
F, b. circa 1730
| Birth* | circa 1730 | Elizabeth Gillet (Gillet?) was born circa 1730.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1750 | She married Daniel Short, son of Edward Short I and Anne (-----), circa 1750.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1750 | As of circa 1750,her married name was Short. |
| Will - Husb's* | 10 June 1774 | Elizabeth was named in her husband's will on 10 June 1774 at Worcester Co, MD. She was shown as wife Elizabeth in the will of Daniel Short.1 |
Citations
- [S825] Ruth Dryden, Worcester County, MD, Will Book JW4, 1769-1783, p. 33 (will of Daniel Short, wife Elizabeth).
- [S2226] Vern Skinner, Genealogy Research.
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 305 (will of Adam Short, wife Charlotte).
Capt. John (of Daniel) Short1,2
M, b. circa 1756, d. before 2 January 1812
| Birth* | circa 1756 | Capt. John (of Daniel) Short was born circa 1756 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 10 June 1774 | John was named in his father's will on 10 June 1774 at Worcester Co, MD. He was shown as eldest son John Short and given 100 acres in the will of Daniel Short, wife Elizabeth.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1780 | He married Eleanor 'Nelly' (Elizabeth?) (-----) circa 1780.2 |
| Tax list* | between 1782 and 1790 | Capt. John (of Daniel) Short was on the tax list between 1782 and 1790 at Nanticoke Hundred, Sussex Co, DE. He was shown as either John Short or John Short Jr., a head of household.3 |
| Land owned* | 1796 | He owned land in 1796 at Nanticoke Hundred, Sussex Co, DE. He was shown as John Short of Daniel and owned 223 acres.3 |
| Census head* | 1800 | John was listed as a head of household in the census of 1800 at Nanticoke Hundred, Sussex Co, DE. He was shown as John Short Sr.(sic) (probably Jr.), a head of household with 2 males under 10, 1 male 16-26, 1 male 26-45, 3 females under 10, 1 female 16-26 & 1 female 26-45.3 |
| Will* | 23 December 1811 | John made a will on 23 December 1811 at Nanticoke Hundred, Sussex Co, DE. Heirs: son Gilly G. Short all my lands on the north west side of the lane leading from the old furnace to Georgetown; daughters Nancy and Betsey Short the old brick house and 1 acre; son John all the remaining land; daughter Nelly Short; Negro man Shadrack and wife Nancy to son Gilley; Negro girl Sal to daughter Nancy; Negro girl Easter to daughter Betsey; son John Negro boy Tom; son Daniel Short Negro boy Jacob; Negro girl Grace to daughter Nelly; Negro boy Peter to son Daniel. Extrs sons Daniel and Gilley. Witt: Isaac Short, Isaac Messick and Wm. Russel. Proved 14 Jan 1812.4 |
| Death* | before 2 January 1812 | He died before 2 January 1812 at Nanticoke Hundred, Sussex Co, DE.2 |
Citations
- [S825] Ruth Dryden, Worcester County, MD, Will Book JW4, 1769-1783, p. 33 (will of Daniel Short, wife Elizabeth).
- [S2226] Vern Skinner, Genealogy Research.
- [S2203] Vernon L. Skinner Jr. & F. Edward Wright, Colonial Families of the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Volume 20, p. 252 (The Edward Short Family of Somerset/Worcester/Sussex Counties).
- [S2296] F. Edward Wright, Sussex County, Delware, Wills, 1800-1813, p. 66 (will of John Short, Nanticoke Hundred).
Adam (of Daniel) Short1
M, b. circa 1758, d. before 27 June 1799
| Birth* | circa 1758 | Adam (of Daniel) Short was born circa 1758 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1780 | He married Charlotte Truitt, daughter of Peter Truitt and Betty (-----), circa 1780.2 |
| Tax list* | 1790 | Adam (of Daniel) Short was on the tax list in 1790 at Nanticoke Hundred, Sussex Co, DE. He was shown as Adam Short of Daniel, a head of household.2 |
| Administrator* | 24 June 1795 | Adam was named as administrator of an estate on 24 June 1795 at Sussex Co, DE. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Betty Truitt was granted to Adam Short.2 |
| Will* | 29 April 1799 | Adam made a will on 29 April 1799 at Sussex Co, DE. Heirs: wife Charlotte Short; son Peter Short; daughter Patience Short. Extrs wife Charlotte Short and brother William Short. Witt: William Truitt & Levin Coverdall.3 |
| Death* | before 27 June 1799 | He died before 27 June 1799 at Sussex Co, DE. It was on this date that his will was proved.3 |
Citations
- [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. 252 (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. 305 (will of Adam Short, wife Charlotte).
(Other children of Daniel) Short1
F, b. circa 1760
| Birth* | circa 1760 | (Other children of Daniel) Short was born circa 1760 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
Citations
- [S825] Ruth Dryden, Worcester County, MD, Will Book JW4, 1769-1783, p. 33 (will of Daniel Short, wife Elizabeth).
Nanney Jones1
F, b. circa 1750
| Birth* | circa 1750 | Nanney Jones was born circa 1750 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1770 | She married Edward Short III, son of Edward Short II and Elizabeth Wingate (Wingate?), circa 1770.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1770 | As of circa 1770,her married name was Short. |
| Will - Husb's* | 24 August 1802 | Nanney was named in her husband's will on 24 August 1802 at Sussex Co, DE. She was shown as wife Naney in the will of Edward Short.1 |
Citations
- [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).
- [S2226] Vern Skinner, Genealogy Research.
Thomas Jones1
M, b. circa 1725
| Birth* | circa 1725 | Thomas Jones was born circa 1725 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1750 | He married Elizabeth (-----) circa 1750.1 |
Citations
- [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).
Elizabeth (-----)1
F, b. circa 1725
| Birth* | circa 1725 | Elizabeth (-----) was born circa 1725.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1750 | She married Thomas Jones circa 1750.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1750 | As of circa 1750,her married name was Jones. |
Citations
- [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).
Hannah 'Hanar' Short1
F, b. circa 1780
| Birth* | circa 1780 | Hannah 'Hanar' Short was born circa 1780 at Sussex Co, DE.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1800 | She married (-----) Piper circa 1800.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1800 | As of circa 1800,her married name was Piper. |
| Will - Father's* | 24 August 1802 | Hannah was named in her father's will on 24 August 1802 at Sussex Co, DE. In his will Edward Sharp, wife Nancy, named a son Wingate Short, daughter Hanar Piper and ___ West, sons Isaac Short & John Short, daughter Nancy Short & grandson Nathaniel Short.1 |
Citations
- [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).
(-----) Piper1
M, b. circa 1775
Citations
- [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).
Isaac (of Edw'd) Short1
M, b. circa 1782
| Birth* | circa 1782 | Isaac (of Edw'd) Short was born circa 1782 at Sussex Co, DE.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 24 August 1802 | Isaac was named in his father's will on 24 August 1802 at Sussex Co, DE. In his will Edward Sharp, wife Nancy, named a son Wingate Short, daughter Hanar Piper and ___ West, sons Isaac Short & John Short, daughter Nancy Short & grandson Nathaniel Short.1 |
Citations
- [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).
John (of Edw'd) Short1
M, b. circa 1784
| Birth* | circa 1784 | John (of Edw'd) Short was born circa 1784 at Sussex Co, DE.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 24 August 1802 | John was named in his father's will on 24 August 1802 at Sussex Co, DE. In his will Edward Sharp, wife Nancy, named a son Wingate Short, daughter Hanar Piper and ___ West, sons Isaac Short & John Short, daughter Nancy Short & grandson Nathaniel Short.1 |
Citations
- [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).
Leonard 'Denard' (of Edw'd) Short1
M, b. circa 1770
| Birth* | circa 1770 | Leonard 'Denard' (of Edw'd) Short was born circa 1770 at Sussex Co, DE.1 |
| Tax list* | 1790 | He was on the tax list in 1790 at Nanticoke Hundred, Sussex Co, DE. He was shown as Dennard Short, a head of household.2 |
| Census head* | 1800 | Leonard was listed as a head of household in the census of 1800 at Nanticoke Hundred, Sussex Co, DE. He was shown as Denard Short, a head of household. Listed with him were 1 male 16-26, 1 male 26-45, 2 females under 10, and 1 female 26-45.2 |
| Will - Father's* | 24 August 1802 | Leonard was named in his father's will on 24 August 1802 at Sussex Co, DE. In his will Edward Sharp, wife Nancy, named a son Wingate Short, daughter Hanar Piper and ___ West, sons Isaac Short, John Short & Lenard Short, daughter Nancy Short & grandson Nathaniel Short.1 |
Citations
- [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).
- [S2203] Vernon L. Skinner Jr. & F. Edward Wright, Colonial Families of the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Volume 20, p. 252 (The Edward Short Family of Somerset/Worcester/Sussex Counties).
Nancy Short1
F, b. circa 1788
| Birth* | circa 1788 | Nancy Short was born circa 1788 at Sussex Co, DE.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 24 August 1802 | Nancy was named in her father's will on 24 August 1802 at Sussex Co, DE. In his will Edward Sharp, wife Nancy, named a son Wingate Short, daughter Hanar Piper and ___ West, sons Isaac Short & John Short, daughter Nancy Short & grandson Nathaniel Short.1 |
Citations
- [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).
(-----) (-----)1
F, b. circa 1745
Citations
- [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).
- [S2289] K. Louise Planer, Sussex County, Delaware, Wills, 1813-1827, p. 64 (will of Shadrack Short Sr.).
Isaac (of Shadrack) Short1
M, b. circa 1765
| Birth* | circa 1765 | Isaac (of Shadrack) Short was born circa 1765 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Tax list* | 1790 | He was on the tax list in 1790 at Broad Creek Hundred, Sussex Co, DE. He was shown as Isaac Short, son of Shadrack, a head of household.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 5 September 1811 | Isaac was named in his father's will on 5 September 1811 at Broad Creek Hundred, Sussex Co, DE. In his will Shadrack Short Sr., Broad Creek, named sons: John, Uriah, Isaac, Shadrack, Phillip; daughters Rhoda Hosea & Vinea Lord; grandson Shadrack Short (son of Uriah) and son-in-law William Anderson.2 |
Citations
- [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).
- [S2289] K. Louise Planer, Sussex County, Delaware, Wills, 1813-1827, p. 64 (will of Shadrack Short Sr.).
John (of Shadrack) Short1
M, b. circa 1767
| Birth* | circa 1767 | John (of Shadrack) Short was born circa 1767 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Tax list* | 1790 | He was on the tax list in 1790 at Broad Creek Hundred, Sussex Co, DE. He was shown as John Short, son of Shadrack, a head of household.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 5 September 1811 | John was named in his father's will on 5 September 1811 at Broad Creek Hundred, Sussex Co, DE. In his will Shadrack Short Sr., Broad Creek, named sons: John, Uriah, Isaac, Shadrack, Phillip; daughters Rhoda Hosea & Vinea Lord; grandson Shadrack Short (son of Uriah) and son-in-law William Anderson.2 |
Citations
- [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).
- [S2289] K. Louise Planer, Sussex County, Delaware, Wills, 1813-1827, p. 64 (will of Shadrack Short Sr.).
Uriah Short1
M, b. circa 1770
| Birth* | circa 1770 | Uriah Short was born circa 1770 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1795 | He married (-----) (-----) circa 1795.2 |
| Will - Father's* | 5 September 1811 | Uriah was named in his father's will on 5 September 1811 at Broad Creek Hundred, Sussex Co, DE. In his will Shadrack Short Sr., Broad Creek, named sons: John, Uriah, Isaac, Shadrack, Phillip; daughters Rhoda Hosea & Vinea Lord; grandson Shadrack Short (son of Uriah) and son-in-law William Anderson.2 |
Citations
- [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).
- [S2289] K. Louise Planer, Sussex County, Delaware, Wills, 1813-1827, p. 64 (will of Shadrack Short Sr.).
Shadrack (of Shadrack) Short1
F, b. circa 1772, d. 1815
| Birth* | circa 1772 | Shadrack (of Shadrack) Short was born circa 1772 at Worcester Co, MD.2 |
| Census head* | 1800 | Shadrack was listed as a head of household in the census of 1800 at Dagsborough Hundred, Sussex Co, DE.3 |
| Census head | 1810 | Shadrack was listed as a head of household in the census of 1810 at Sussex Co, DE. He was shown as Shadrack Short Jr., a head of household.3 |
| Will - Father's* | 5 September 1811 | Shadrack was named in her father's will on 5 September 1811 at Broad Creek Hundred, Sussex Co, MD. In his will Shadrack Short Sr., Broad Creek, named sons: John, Uriah, Isaac, Shadrack, Phillip; daughters Rhoda Hosea & Vinea Lord; grandson Shadrack Short (son of Uriah) and son-in-law William Anderson.1 |
| Death* | 1815 | She died in 1815 at Sussex Co, DE.3 |
Citations
- [S2289] K. Louise Planer, Sussex County, Delaware, Wills, 1813-1827, p. 64 (will of Shadrack Short Sr.).
- [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).
- [S2226] Vern Skinner, Genealogy Research.
Elilzabeth 'Betty' (-----)1
F, b. circa 1745
| Birth* | circa 1745 | Elilzabeth 'Betty' (-----) was born circa 1745.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1765 | She married Phillip (of Edw'd II) Short, son of Edward Short II and Elizabeth Wingate (Wingate?), circa 1765.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1765 | As of circa 1765,her married name was Short. |
| Will - Husb's* | 24 April 1789 | Elilzabeth was named in her husband's will on 24 April 1789 at Sussex Co, DE. She was shown as wife Betty in the will of Phillip Short.1 |
Citations
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 202 (will of Phillip Short, wife Betty).
Edward (of Phillip) Short Jr.1
M, b. circa 1766
| Birth* | circa 1766 | Edward (of Phillip) Short Jr. was born circa 1766 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Tax list* | between 1785 and 1790 | He was on the tax list between 1785 and 1790 at Dagsborough Hundred, Sussex Co, DE. He was shown as Edward Short a head of household.2 |
| Will - Father's* | 24 April 1789 | Edward was named in his father's will on 24 April 1789 at Sussex Co, DE. In his will Phillip Short, wife Betty, named sons Edward, John, Purnal & Phillip Short and daughters Polly, Leah, Betsey and Millie Short.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1790 | He married Eleanor 'Nelly' (-----) circa 1790.2 |
| Census head* | 1800 | Edward was listed as a head of household in the census of 1800 at Dagsborough Hundred, Sussex Co, DE. He was shown as Edward Short Jr., a head of household with 2 males under 10, 1 male age 26-45, 2 females under 10, 1 female 26-45.2 |
Citations
- [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. 253 (The Edward Short Family of Somerset/Worcester/Sussex Counties).
John (of Phillip) Short1
M, b. circa 1768
| Birth* | circa 1768 | John (of Phillip) Short was born circa 1768 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 24 April 1789 | John was named in his father's will on 24 April 1789 at Sussex Co, DE. In his will Phillip Short, wife Betty, named sons Edward, John, Purnal & Phillip Short and daughters Polly, Leah, Betsey and Millie Short.1 |
Citations
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 202 (will of Phillip Short, wife Betty).
Purnal (of Phillip) Short1
M, b. circa 1770
| Birth* | circa 1770 | Purnal (of Phillip) Short was born circa 1770 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 24 April 1789 | Purnal was named in his father's will on 24 April 1789 at Sussex Co, DE. In his will Phillip Short, wife Betty, named sons Edward, John, Purnal & Phillip Short and daughters Polly, Leah, Betsey and Millie Short.1 |
Citations
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 202 (will of Phillip Short, wife Betty).
Phillip (of Phillip) Short1
M, b. circa 1772
| Birth* | circa 1772 | Phillip (of Phillip) Short was born circa 1772 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 24 April 1789 | Phillip was named in his father's will on 24 April 1789 at Sussex Co, DE. In his will Phillip Short, wife Betty, named sons Edward, John, Purnal & Phillip Short and daughters Polly, Leah, Betsey and Millie Short.1 |
Citations
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 202 (will of Phillip Short, wife Betty).
Polly Short1
F, b. circa 1774
| Birth* | circa 1774 | Polly Short was born circa 1774 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 24 April 1789 | Polly was named in her father's will on 24 April 1789 at Sussex Co, DE. In his will Phillip Short, wife Betty, named sons Edward, John, Purnal & Phillip Short and daughters Polly, Leah, Betsey and Millie Short.1 |
Citations
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 202 (will of Phillip Short, wife Betty).
Leah Short1
F, b. circa 1776
| Birth* | circa 1776 | Leah Short was born circa 1776 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 24 April 1789 | Leah was named in her father's will on 24 April 1789 at Sussex Co, DE. In his will Phillip Short, wife Betty, named sons Edward, John, Purnal & Phillip Short and daughters Polly, Leah, Betsey and Millie Short.1 |
Citations
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 202 (will of Phillip Short, wife Betty).
Betsey Short1
F, b. circa 1778
| Birth* | circa 1778 | Betsey Short was born circa 1778 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 24 April 1789 | Betsey was named in her father's will on 24 April 1789 at Sussex Co, DE. In his will Phillip Short, wife Betty, named sons Edward, John, Purnal & Phillip Short and daughters Polly, Leah, Betsey and Millie Short.1 |
Citations
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 202 (will of Phillip Short, wife Betty).
Millie Short1
F, b. circa 1780
| Birth* | circa 1780 | Millie Short was born circa 1780 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 24 April 1789 | Millie was named in her father's will on 24 April 1789 at Sussex Co, DE. In his will Phillip Short, wife Betty, named sons Edward, John, Purnal & Phillip Short and daughters Polly, Leah, Betsey and Millie Short.1 |
Citations
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 202 (will of Phillip Short, wife Betty).
Crafford Short1
M, b. circa 1760, d. before 25 February 1801
| Birth* | circa 1760 | Crafford Short was born circa 1760 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1785 | He married Naomi West (West?) circa 1785.2 |
| Tax list* | 1790 | Crafford Short was on the tax list in 1790 at Dagsborough Hundred, Sussex Co, DE. He was shown as Craffort Short, a head of household.3 |
| Will - Father's* | 29 November 1790 | Crafford was named in his father's will on 29 November 1790 at Sussex Co, MD. In his will Jacob Short, wife Nicey, named sons Crafford, Jacob, Job, Elisha, Samuel, Adam and Noah, a daughter Lovey Short and a brother Phillip Short.1 |
| Land bought* | 1791 | He bought land 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.3 |
| Administrator* | 19 January 1791 | Crafford was named as administrator of an estate 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.2 |
| Est Settm't Father's* | 9 March 1792 | He was named in the settlement of his father's estate 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.2 |
| Court - defendant* | 1792 | He was a defendant in a court case in 1792 at Sussex Co, DE. It was in this year that a petition was filed by Elisha Short vs. Crawford Short, Job Short, Jacob Short, Samuel Short, Noah Short & Lovey Short (heirs of Jacob Short).2 |
| Death* | before 25 February 1801 | He died before 25 February 1801 at Sussex Co, DE. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Crawford Short was granted to Naomi Short with Jehu West securities.2 |
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, 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).
- [S2226] Vern Skinner, Genealogy Research, Sussex Co: Guradian Records.
Jacob (of Jacob) Short Jr.1
M, b. circa 1762, d. before 21 November 1805
| Birth* | circa 1762 | Jacob (of Jacob) Short Jr. was born circa 1762 at Worcester Co, MD.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 Jacob Short Jr. a head of household.2,3 |
| Marriage* | circa 1785 | He married Pheby (-----) circa 1785.4 |
| Will - Father's* | 29 November 1790 | Jacob was named in his father's will on 29 November 1790 at Sussex Co, DE. In his will Jacob Short, wife Nicey, named sons Crafford, Jacob, Job, Elisha, Samuel, Adam and Noah, a daughter Lovey Short and a brother Phillip Short.1 |
| Court - defendant* | 1792 | He was a defendant in a court case in 1792 at Sussex Co, DE. It was in this year that a petition was filed by Elisha Short vs. Crawford Short, Job Short, Jacob Short, Samuel Short, Noah Short & Lovey Short (heirs of Jacob Short).5 |
| Land Division of* | 5 June 1801 | He was named in a division of land on 5 June 1801 at Sussex Co, DE. Naomi Short (widow of Crafford Short), Job Short, Samuel Short, Jacob Short, Jr., Noah Short, & Lovey Crafford (wife of George Crafford) to Elisha Short.6 |
| Administrator* | 23 April 1804 | Jacob was named as administrator of an estate on 23 April 1804 at Sussex Co, DE. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Job Short was granted to Jacob Short with William Thompson security.5 |
| Will* | 8 November 1805 | Jacob made a will on 8 November 1805 at Sussex Co, DE. Heirs: wife Pheby one third my estate; remainder equally divided between all my children. Extr. Levin Short. Witt: John Collins & James McDaniel.4 |
| Death* | before 21 November 1805 | He died before 21 November 1805 at Sussex Co, DE. It was on this date that his will was proved.4 |
| Admin of estate* | 21 November 1805 | Administration of Jacob estate was filed on 21 November 1805 at Sussex Co, DE. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Jaocb Short was granted to Levin Short with James McDaniel security.5 |
| Est inv filed* | 23 November 1805 | He's inventory was recorded on 23 November 1805 at Sussex Co, DE. Jacob Short's inventory totaled £43.1.4 and the appraisers were John Collins and Adam Short.5 |
| Est settm't* | 10 February 1807 | His estate was settled on 10 February 1807 at Sussex Co, DE. Payments from the estate of Jacob Short were made to John Short and Abram Short.5 |
| Est settm't | 12 January 1808 | His estate was settled on 12 January 1808 at Sussex Co, DE. Further distributions from the estate of Jacob Short were made to the widow (1/3); residue: 3 unnamed heirs.5 |
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. 253 (The Edward Short Family of Somerset/Worcester/Sussex Counties).
- [S2226] Vern Skinner, Genealogy Research.
- [S2296] F. Edward Wright, Sussex County, Delware, Wills, 1800-1813, p. 34 (will of Jacob Short, wife Pheby).
- [S2226] Vern Skinner, Genealogy Research, Sussex Co: Probate Files.
- [S2226] Vern Skinner, Genealogy Research, Sussex Co: Deeds: X: 189.
Job Short1
M, b. circa 1764, d. before 23 April 1804
| Birth* | circa 1764 | Job Short was born circa 1764 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Tax list* | 1790 | He was on the tax list in 1790 at Dagsborough Hundred, Sussex Co, DE. He was shown as Job Short, a head of household.2 |
| Will - Father's* | 29 November 1790 | Job was named in his father's will on 29 November 1790 at Sussex Co, DE. In his will Jacob Short, wife Nicey, named sons Crafford, Jacob, Job, Elisha, Samuel, Adam and Noah, a daughter Lovey Short and a brother Phillip Short.1 |
| Administrator* | 19 January 1791 | Job was named as administrator of an estate 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.3 |
| Est Settm't Father's* | 9 March 1792 | He was named in the settlement of his father's estate 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.3 |
| Court - defendant* | 1792 | He was a defendant in a court case in 1792 at Sussex Co, DE. It was in this year that a petition was filed by Elisha Short vs. Crawford Short, Job Short, Jacob Short, Samuel Short, Noah Short & Lovey Short (heirs of Jacob Short).3 |
| Census head* | 1800 | Job was listed as a head of household in the census of 1800 at Dagsborough Hundred, Sussex Co, DE. He was shown as Job Short a head of household, age 26-45. He was living alone.2 |
| Land Division of* | 5 June 1801 | He was named in a division of land on 5 June 1801 at Sussex Co, DE. Naomi Short (widow of Crafford Short), Job Short, Samuel Short, Jacob Short, Jr., Noah Short, & Lovey Crafford (wife of George Crafford) to Elisha Short.4 |
| Death* | before 23 April 1804 | He died before 23 April 1804 at Sussex Co, DE. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Job Short was granted to Jacob Short with William Thompson security.3 |
| Est inv filed* | 7 May 1804 | He's inventory was recorded on 7 May 1804 at Sussex Co, DE. The inventory of the estate of Job Short totaled £45.13.3.3 |
| Est settm't* | 1807 | His estate was settled in 1807 at Sussex Co, DE. The distribution of the estate of Job Short went to 7 (unnamed) heirs and there was no widow. (NOTE: Since his brother Crawford Short died by 1801 that would leave 7 siblings including Eunice Short West Carey.)3 |
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. 253 (The Edward Short Family of Somerset/Worcester/Sussex Counties).
- [S2226] Vern Skinner, Genealogy Research, Sussex Co: Probate Files.
- [S2226] Vern Skinner, Genealogy Research, Sussex Co: Deeds: X: 189.
Elisha Short1
M, b. circa 1766, d. before 1 December 1810
| Birth* | circa 1766 | Elisha Short was born circa 1766 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 29 November 1790 | Elisha was named in his father's will on 29 November 1790 at Sussex Co, DE. In his will Jacob Short, wife Nicey, named sons Crafford, Jacob, Job, Elisha, Samuel, Adam and Noah, a daughter Lovey Short and a brother Phillip Short.1 |
| Est Settm't Father's* | 9 March 1792 | He was named in the settlement of his father's estate 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.2 |
| Court - plaintiff* | 1792 | He was a plaintiff in a court case in 1792 at Sussex Co, DE. It was in this year that a petition was filed by Elisha Short vs. Crawford Short, Job Short, Jacob Short, Samuel Short, Noah Short & Lovey Short (heirs of Jacob Short).2 |
| Census head* | 1800 | Elisha was listed as a head of household in the census of 1800 at Dagsborough Hundred, Sussex Co, DE. He was shown as Elisah Short a head of household with 1M16-26, 1M26-45, 1F16-26.3 |
| Land Division of* | 5 June 1801 | He was named in a division of land on 5 June 1801 at Sussex Co, DE. Naomi Short (widow of Crafford Short), Job Short, Samuel Short, Jacob Short, Jr., Noah Short, & Lovey Crafford (wife of George Crafford) to Elisha Short.4 |
| Will* | 6 November 1810 | Elisha made a will on 6 November 1810 at Sussex Co, DE. Heirs: David Crafford, my nephew and son of George Crafford, land whereon George Crafford now lives; Nicey Crafford at age 16; Ann Crafford at age 16; Rachel Crafford. Extr. George Crafford. Witt: James Webb and Eli Layton.5 |
| Death* | before 1 December 1810 | He died before 1 December 1810 at Sussex Co, DE. It was on this date that his will was proved.5 |
| Admin of estate* | 1 December 1810 | Administration of Elisha estate was filed on 1 December 1810 at Sussex Co, DE. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Elisha Short was granted to Lovey Crafford with James Webb security.2 |
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, Sussex Co: Probate Files.
- [S2226] Vern Skinner, Genealogy Research.
- [S2226] Vern Skinner, Genealogy Research, Sussex Co: Deeds: X: 189.
- [S2296] F. Edward Wright, Sussex County, Delware, Wills, 1800-1813, p. 61 (will of Elish Short).
Samuel Short1
M, b. circa 1768
| Birth* | circa 1768 | Samuel Short was born circa 1768 at Worcester Co, MD.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 Samuel Short, a head of household.2 |
| Marriage* | circa 1790 | He married Lovy (-----) circa 1790.2 |
| Will - Father's* | 29 November 1790 | Samuel was named in his father's will on 29 November 1790 at Sussex Co, DE. In his will Jacob Short, wife Nicey, named sons Crafford, Jacob, Job, Elisha, Samuel, Adam and Noah, a daughter Lovey Short and a brother Phillip Short.1 |
| Est Settm't Father's* | 9 March 1792 | He was named in the settlement of his father's estate 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.3 |
| Court - defendant* | 1792 | He was a defendant in a court case in 1792 at Sussex Co, DE. It was in this year that a petition was filed by Elisha Short vs. Crawford Short, Job Short, Jacob Short, Samuel Short, Noah Short & Lovey Short (heirs of Jacob Short).3 |
| Census head* | 1800 | Samuel was listed as a head of household in the census of 1800 at Indian River Hundred, Sussex Co, DE.4 |
| Land Division of* | 5 June 1801 | He was named in a division of land on 5 June 1801 at Sussex Co, DE. Naomi Short (widow of Crafford Short), Job Short, Samuel Short, Jacob Short, Jr., Noah Short, & Lovey Crafford (wife of George Crafford) to Elisha Short.5 |
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. 254 (The Edward Short Family of Somerset/Worcester/Sussex Counties).
- [S2226] Vern Skinner, Genealogy Research, Sussex Co: Probate Files.
- [S2226] Vern Skinner, Genealogy Research.
- [S2226] Vern Skinner, Genealogy Research, Sussex Co: Deeds: X: 189.
Adam (of Jacob) Short1
M, b. circa 1770
| Birth* | circa 1770 | Adam (of Jacob) Short was born circa 1770 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 29 November 1790 | Adam was named in his father's will on 29 November 1790 at Sussex Co, DE. In his will Jacob Short, wife Nicey, named sons Crafford, Jacob, Job, Elisha, Samuel, Adam and Noah, a daughter Lovey Short and a brother Phillip Short.1 |
| Est Settm't Father's* | 9 March 1792 | He was named in the settlement of his father's estate 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.2 |
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, Sussex Co: Probate Files.
Noah Short Sr.1,2
M, b. circa 1776, d. before 4 February 1834
| Birth* | circa 1776 | Noah Short Sr. was born circa 1776 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 29 November 1790 | Noah was named in his father's will on 29 November 1790 at Sussex Co, DE. In his will Jacob Short, wife Nicey, named sons Crafford, Jacob, Job, Elisha, Samuel, Adam and Noah, a daughter Lovey Short and a brother Phillip Short.1 |
| Court - defendant* | 1792 | He was a defendant in a court case in 1792 at Sussex Co, DE. It was in this year that a petition was filed by Elisha Short vs. Crawford Short, Job Short, Jacob Short, Samuel Short, Noah Short & Lovey Short (heirs of Jacob Short).3 |
| Orphan named as* | 1795 | He was named as an orphan in 1795 at Sussex Co, DE. Noah Short was cited as orphan of Jacob Short.4 |
| Marriage* | circa 1800 | He married Alley (-----) circa 1800.5 |
| Land Division of* | 5 June 1801 | Noah Short Sr. was named in a division of land on 5 June 1801 at Sussex Co, DE. Naomi Short (widow of Crafford Short), Job Short, Samuel Short, Jacob Short, Jr., Noah Short, & Lovey Crafford (wife of George Crafford) to Elisha Short.6 |
| Administrator* | 15 July 1801 | Noah was named as administrator of an estate on 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.3 |
| Census head | 1810 | Noah was listed as a head of household in the census of 1810 at Sussex Co, DE. Listed with him were 1M<10, 1M26-45, 2F<10, 1F26-45.4 |
| Deed of Gift - Witne* | 9 May 1813 | He witnessed a 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.)2 |
| Census head* | 1820 | Noah was listed as a head of household in the census of 1820 at Broad Creek Hundred, Sussex Co, DE. He was shown as Noah Short of Jacob, a head of household, a few entries up from Purnal Cary. Listed with him were 3M<10, 2M10-16, 1M16-26, 1M26-45, 1F<10, 1F26-45.4 |
| Census head | 1830 | Noah was listed as a head of household in the census of 1830 at Dagsborough Hundred, Sussex Co, DE. There are 2 Noah Shorts, both living in Dagsborough
Hundred, and both are 50-60.4 |
| Will* | 30 September 1833 | Noah made a will on 30 September 1833 at Somerset Co, MD. In his will Noah Short Sr., wife Alley, named children Henry A., Elon W., Ginsey and Allifare.5 |
| Death* | before 4 February 1834 | He died before 4 February 1834 at Sussex Co, DE. It was on this date that his will was proved.5 |
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, DPA:Sussex Co.:Deeds: AG: 48.
- [S2226] Vern Skinner, Genealogy Research, Sussex Co: Probate Files.
- [S2226] Vern Skinner, Genealogy Research.
- [S2226] Vern Skinner, Genealogy Research, citing Sussex Co: Probate Files.
- [S2226] Vern Skinner, Genealogy Research, Sussex Co: Deeds: X: 189.
Lovey Short1
F, b. circa 1774
| Birth* | circa 1774 | Lovey Short was born circa 1774 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 29 November 1790 | Lovey was named in her father's will on 29 November 1790 at Sussex Co, DE. In his will Jacob Short, wife Nicey, named sons Crafford, Jacob, Job, Elisha, Samuel, Adam and Noah, a daughter Lovey Short and a brother Phillip Short.1 |
| Est Settm't Father's* | 9 March 1792 | She was named in the settlement of her father's estate 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.2 |
| Court - defendant* | 1792 | She was a defendant in a court case in 1792 at Sussex Co, DE. It was in this year that a petition was filed by Elisha Short vs. Crawford Short, Job Short, Jacob Short, Samuel Short, Noah Short & Lovey Short (heirs of Jacob Short).2 |
| Marriage* | circa 1795 | She married George Crawford (Crafford?) circa 1795.3 |
| Married Name | circa 1795 | As of circa 1795,her married name was Crawford. |
| Land Division of* | 5 June 1801 | Lovey Short was named in a division of land on 5 June 1801 at Sussex Co, DE. Naomi Short (widow of Crafford Short), Job Short, Samuel Short, Jacob Short, Jr., Noah Short, & Lovey Crafford (wife of George Crafford) to Elisha Short.3 |
| Will - Husb's* | 14 November 1810 | Lovey was named in her husband's will on 14 November 1810 at Sussex Co, DE. She was shown as wife Lovey in the will of George Crofford.4 |
| Administrator* | 1 December 1810 | Lovey was named as administrator of an estate on 1 December 1810 at Sussex Co, DE. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Elisha Short was granted to Lovey Crafford with James Webb security.2 |
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, Sussex Co: Probate Files.
- [S2226] Vern Skinner, Genealogy Research, Sussex Co: Deeds: X: 189.
- [S2296] F. Edward Wright, Sussex County, Delware, Wills, 1800-1813, p. 61 (will of George Crofford, wife Lovey).
- [S2296] F. Edward Wright, Sussex County, Delware, Wills, 1800-1813, p. 61 (will of Elish Short).
Rachel Messick1
F, b. circa 1750
| Birth* | circa 1750 | Rachel Messick was born circa 1750 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 22 January 1768 | Rachel was named in her father's will on 22 January 1768 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Obadiah Messix, yeoman, named sons John, Obadiah, Jacob, Isaac and daughters Jessasy Short, Sarah, Rachel and Millascent Messex, wife Comfort Extr.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1770 | She married Allen Short, son of Abraham Short and Margaret (-----), circa 1770.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1770 | As of circa 1770,her married name was Short. |
| Administrator* | 4 September 1792 | Rachel was named as administrator of an estate on 4 September 1792 at Sussex Co, DE. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Allen Short was granted to Rachel Short.2 |
| Marriage* | circa 1793 | She married Joseph Brooks circa 1793.3 |
| Married Name | circa 1793 | As of circa 1793,her married name was Brooks. |
Citations
- [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).
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 236 (adm of Allen Short to Rachel Short).
- [S2406] June Chalon, to M.K. Miles.
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 192 (will of Abraham Short, wife Margate).
Obadiah Messick1
M, b. circa 1720, d. before 23 April 1773
| Birth* | circa 1720 | Obadiah Messick was born circa 1720.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1745 | He married Comfort (-----) circa 1745. |
| Will* | 22 January 1768 | Obadiah made a will on 22 January 1768 at Worcester Co, MD. He was shown as Obadiah Messix, yeoman. Mentioned sons John, Obadiah, Jacob, Isaac; daughters Jessasy Short, Sarah, Rachel and Millasent Messex; wife Comfort Extr.1 |
| Death* | before 23 April 1773 | He died before 23 April 1773 at Worcester Co, MD. It was on this date that his will was proved.1 |
Citations
- [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).
- [S2406] June Chalon, to M.K. Miles.
Comfort (-----)
F, b. circa 1725
| Birth* | circa 1725 | Comfort (-----) was born circa 1725. |
| Marriage* | circa 1745 | She married Obadiah Messick circa 1745. |
| Married Name | circa 1745 | As of circa 1745,her married name was Messick. |
| Will - Husb's* | 22 January 1768 | Comfort was named in her husband's will on 22 January 1768 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Obadiah Messix, yeoman, named sons John, Obadiah, Jacob, Isaac and daughters Jessasy Short, Sarah, Rachel and Millascent Messex, wife Comfort Extr.1 |
Citations
- [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).
- [S2406] June Chalon, to M.K. Miles.
Betty (-----)1
F, b. circa 1725, d. before 24 June 1795
| Birth* | circa 1725 | Betty (-----) was born circa 1725.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1745 | She married Peter Truitt, son of James Truitt II and (-----) (-----), circa 1745.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1745 | As of circa 1745,her married name was Truitt. |
| Death* | before 24 June 1795 | Betty (-----) died before 24 June 1795 at Sussex Co, DE. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Betty Truitt was granted to Adam Short.1 |
Citations
- [S2203] Vernon L. Skinner Jr. & F. Edward Wright, Colonial Families of the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Volume 20, p. 252 (The Edward Short Family of Somerset/Worcester/Sussex Counties).
Charlotte Truitt1
F, b. circa 1755
| Birth* | circa 1755 | Charlotte Truitt was born circa 1755 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1780 | She married Adam (of Daniel) Short, son of Daniel Short and Elizabeth Gillet (Gillet?), circa 1780.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1780 | As of circa 1780,her married name was Short. |
| Will - Husb's* | 29 April 1799 | Charlotte was named in her husband's will on 29 April 1799 at Sussex Co, DE. She was shown as wife Charlotte Short in the will of Adam Short.2 |
Citations
- [S2203] Vernon L. Skinner Jr. & F. Edward Wright, Colonial Families of the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Volume 20, p. 252 (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. 305 (will of Adam Short, wife Charlotte).
Peter Short1
M, b. circa 1780
| Birth* | circa 1780 | Peter Short was born circa 1780 at Sussex Co, DE.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 29 April 1799 | Peter was named in his father's will on 29 April 1799. In his will Adam Short, wife Charlotte, named son Peter and daughter Patience Short and a brother William Short.1 |
Citations
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 305 (will of Adam Short, wife Charlotte).
Paitence Short1
F, b. circa 1782
| Birth* | circa 1782 | Paitence Short was born circa 1782 at Sussex Co, DE.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 29 April 1799 | Paitence was named in her father's will on 29 April 1799 at Sussex Co, DE. In his will Adam Short, wife Charlotte, named son Peter and daughter Patience Short and a brother William Short.1 |
Citations
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 305 (will of Adam Short, wife Charlotte).
William (of Daniel) Short1
M, b. circa 1762
| Birth* | circa 1762 | William (of Daniel) Short was born circa 1762 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Brother's* | 29 April 1799 | William was named in his brother's will on 29 April 1799 at Sussex Co, DE. In his will Adam Short, wife Charlotte, named son Peter and daughter Patience Short and a brother William Short.1 |
Citations
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 305 (will of Adam Short, wife Charlotte).
Sarah Connaway1
F, b. circa 1753
| Birth* | circa 1753 | Sarah Connaway was born circa 1753 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1775 | She married (-----) Beavans circa 1775.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1775 | As of circa 1775,her married name was Beavans. |
| Will - Father's* | 18 March 1784 | Sarah was named in her father's will on 18 March 1784 at Sussex Co, DE. In his will John Connaway, wife Judith, named sons Levin, Isaac, John and Jacob Connaway and daughters Sarah Beavins, Betty Short and Mary Willy.1 |
Citations
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 280 (will of John Connaway, wife Judith).
(-----) Beavans1
M, b. circa 1750
Citations
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 280 (will of John Connaway, wife Judith).
Mary Connaway1
F, b. circa 1757
| Birth* | circa 1757 | Mary Connaway was born circa 1757 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1775 | She married John Crockett circa 1775.2 |
| Married Name | circa 1775 | As of circa 1775,her married name was Crockett. |
| Marriage* | circa 1782 | Mary Connaway married Gabriel Willy circa 1782.2 |
| Married Name | circa 1782 | As of circa 1782,her married name was Willy. |
| Will - Father's* | 18 March 1784 | Mary was named in her father's will on 18 March 1784. In his will John Connaway, wife Judith, named sons Levin, Isaac, John and Jacob Connaway and daughters Sarah Beavins, Betty Short and Mary Willy. |
Citations
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 280 (will of John Connaway, wife Judith).
- [S2206] Ralph A. Riggin & F. Edward Wright, Colonial Families of the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Volume 15, p. 17 (The Conner/Conaway Family by Ralph A. Riggin).
Gabriel Willy1
M, b. circa 1750
Citations
- [S2206] Ralph A. Riggin & F. Edward Wright, Colonial Families of the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Volume 15, p. 17 (The Conner/Conaway Family by Ralph A. Riggin).
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 280 (will of John Connaway, wife Judith).
Jacob Connaway1
M, b. circa 1765
| Birth* | circa 1765 | Jacob Connaway was born circa 1765 at Worcester Co, MD.2 |
| Will - Father's* | 18 March 1784 | Jacob was named in his father's will on 18 March 1784 at Sussex Co, DE. In his will John Connaway, wife Judith, named sons Levin, Isaac, John and Jacob Connaway and daughters Sarah Beavins, Betty Short and Mary Willy.1 |
Citations
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 280 (will of John Connaway, wife Judith).
- [S2206] Ralph A. Riggin & F. Edward Wright, Colonial Families of the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Volume 15, p. 17 (The Conner/Conaway Family by Ralph A. Riggin).
John Connaway1
M, b. circa 1763
| Birth* | circa 1763 | John Connaway was born circa 1763 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 18 March 1784 | John was named in his father's will on 18 March 1784 at Sussex Co, DE. In his will John Connaway, wife Judith, named sons Levin, Isaac, John and Jacob Connaway and daughters Sarah Beavins, Betty Short and Mary Willy.1 |
Citations
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 280 (will of John Connaway, wife Judith).
Isaac Connaway1
M, b. circa 1761
| Birth* | circa 1761 | Isaac Connaway was born circa 1761 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 18 March 1784 | Isaac was named in his father's will on 18 March 1784 at Sussex Co, DE. In his will John Connaway, wife Judith, named sons Levin, Isaac, John and Jacob Connaway and daughters Sarah Beavins, Betty Short and Mary Willy.1 |
Citations
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 280 (will of John Connaway, wife Judith).
Levin Connaway1
M, b. circa 1751
| Birth* | circa 1751 | Levin Connaway was born circa 1751 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 18 March 1784 | Levin was named in his father's will on 18 March 1784 at Sussex Co, DE. In his will John Connaway, wife Judith, named sons Levin, Isaac, John and Jacob Connaway and daughters Sarah Beavins, Betty Short and Mary Willy.1 |
Citations
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 280 (will of John Connaway, wife Judith).
John Crockett1
M, b. circa 1750, d. before 2 January 1781
| Birth* | circa 1750 | John Crockett was born circa 1750.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1775 | He married Mary Connaway, daughter of John Connaway and Judith (-----), circa 1775.1 |
| Death* | before 2 January 1781 | John Crockett died before 2 January 1781 at Sussex Co, DE. It was on this date that his will was proved.1 |
Citations
- [S2206] Ralph A. Riggin & F. Edward Wright, Colonial Families of the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Volume 15, p. 17 (The Conner/Conaway Family by Ralph A. Riggin).
Levina (-----)1
F, b. circa 1775
| Birth* | circa 1775 | Levina (-----) was born circa 1775 at Sussex Co, DE.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1795 | She married Shadrack (of Isaac) Short Jr., son of Isaac (of Edw'd II) Short and Elizabeth 'Betty' Connaway, circa 1795.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1795 | As of circa 1795,her married name was Short. |
| Will - Witnessed* | 28 February 1803 | Levina witnessed a will on 28 February 1803 at Sussex Co, DE. It was on this date that Shadrack Short Jr. and Levina Short witnessed the will of Jacob West, wife Rhoda.2 |
Citations
- [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).
- [S2296] F. Edward Wright, Sussex County, Delware, Wills, 1800-1813, p. 26 (will of Jacob West, wife Rhoda).
Philip Wingate Short1
M, b. 4 January 1799
| Birth* | 4 January 1799 | Philip Wingate Short was born on 4 January 1799 at Prince George Parish, Dagsboro, Sussex Co, DE.1 |
Citations
- [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).
Eleanor 'Nelly' (-----)1
F, b. circa 1770
Citations
- [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).
Grace Short1
F, b. 15 July 1792
| Birth* | 15 July 1792 | Grace Short was born on 15 July 1792 at Prince George Parish, Dagsboro, Sussex Co, DE.1 |
Citations
- [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).
Lovy (-----)1
F, b. circa 1770
Citations
- [S2203] Vernon L. Skinner Jr. & F. Edward Wright, Colonial Families of the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Volume 20, p. 254 (The Edward Short Family of Somerset/Worcester/Sussex Counties).
Elijah Short1
M, b. 28 August 1792
| Birth* | 28 August 1792 | Elijah Short was born on 28 August 1792 at Prince George Parish, Dagsboro, Sussex Co, DE.1 |
Citations
- [S2203] Vernon L. Skinner Jr. & F. Edward Wright, Colonial Families of the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Volume 20, p. 254 (The Edward Short Family of Somerset/Worcester/Sussex Counties).
Margaret 'Peggy' (-----)1
F, b. circa 1770
| Birth* | circa 1770 | Margaret 'Peggy' (-----) was born circa 1770.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1792 | She married Abraham 'Abram' (of Eli) Short, son of Eli Short and Jessie Messick, circa 1792.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1792 | As of circa 1792,her married name was Short. |
| Marriage* | 19 March 1794 | Margaret 'Peggy' (-----) married William Shelpman on 19 March 1794 at Sussex Co, DE.2 |
| Married Name | 19 March 1794 | As of 19 March 1794,her married name was Shelpman. |
| Administrator* | 12 October 1796 | Margaret was named as administrator of an estate on 12 October 1796 at Sussex Co, DE. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Abraham Short was granted to William Shelpman and wife Margaret, late Margaret Short. A daughter Betsy was mentioned.1 |
Citations
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 276 (adm of Abraham Short to William Shelpman and wife Margaret).
- [S2203] Vernon L. Skinner Jr. & F. Edward Wright, Colonial Families of the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Volume 20, p. 254 (The Edward Short Family of Somerset/Worcester/Sussex Counties).
William Shelpman1
M, b. circa 1770
| Birth* | circa 1770 | William Shelpman was born circa 1770.1 |
| Marriage* | 19 March 1794 | He married Margaret 'Peggy' (-----) on 19 March 1794 at Sussex Co, DE.1 |
| Administrator* | 12 October 1796 | William was named as administrator of an estate on 12 October 1796 at Sussex Co, DE. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Abraham Short was granted to William Shelpman and wife Margaret, late Margaret Short. A daughter Betsy was mentioned.2 |
Citations
- [S2203] Vernon L. Skinner Jr. & F. Edward Wright, Colonial Families of the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Volume 20, p. 254 (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. 276 (adm of Abraham Short to William Shelpman and wife Margaret).
Betsey Short1
F, b. circa 1793
| Birth* | circa 1793 | Betsey Short was born circa 1793 at Sussex Co, DE.1 |
| Est Settm't Father's* | 12 October 1796 | She was named in the settlement of her father's estate on 12 October 1796 at Sussex Co, DE. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Abraham Short was granted to William Shelpman and wife Margaret, late Margaret Short. A daughter Betsy was mentioned.1 |
Citations
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 276 (adm of Abraham Short to William Shelpman and wife Margaret).
(-----) (-----)1
F, b. circa 1775
Citations
- [S2289] K. Louise Planer, Sussex County, Delaware, Wills, 1813-1827, p. 64 (will of Shadrack Short Sr.).
