Rachel Dubberly1
F, b. circa 1730
| Birth* | circa 1730 | Rachel Dubberly was born circa 1730 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | October 1762 | Rachel was named in her father's will in October 1762 at Worcester Co, MD. In his undated will Thomas Dubberly gave son Ezekiel his choice of land where I now live with other going to my other son John Dubberly. To daughter Rachel Dubberly personalty. To children of Rachel the remainder of estate. Witt: Nathan Watson & Robert Watson. When the will was proved on 3 Nov 1762 both witnesses stated that Dubberly did not recognize them when they went to his house and neither believed him "to be in his senses appearing to be like a man drunk . . ."1 |
Citations
- [S2002] Sharon S. Jones, Worcester Co, MD Wills, 1759-1769, p. 15 (will of Thomas Dubberly).
(children/o Rachel) Dubberly1
?, b. circa 1750
| Birth* | circa 1750 | (children/o Rachel) Dubberly was born circa 1750 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Grfath's* | October 1762 | (children/o was named in an unknown person grandfather's will in October 1762 at Worcester Co, MD. In his undated will Thomas Dubberly gave son Ezekiel his choice of land where I now live with other going to my other son John Dubberly. To daughter Rachel Dubberly personalty. To children of Rachel the remainder of estate. Witt: Nathan Watson & Robert Watson. When the will was proved on 3 Nov 1762 both witnesses stated that Dubberly did not recognize them when they went to his house and neither believed him "to be in his senses appearing to be like a man drunk . . ."1 |
Citations
- [S2002] Sharon S. Jones, Worcester Co, MD Wills, 1759-1769, p. 15 (will of Thomas Dubberly).
(-----) (-----)
F, b. circa 1730
Citations
- [S2159] Ruth Dryden, Worcester Co, MD, Will Book JBR (2), 1803-1807, p. 8 (will of John Jones).
- [S2002] Sharon S. Jones, Worcester Co, MD Wills, 1759-1769, p. 15 (will of Thomas Dubberly).
James Jones1
M, b. circa 1752
| Birth* | circa 1752 | James Jones was born circa 1752 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 24 October 1802 | James was named in his father's will on 24 October 1802 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will John Jones gave son James 100 ac of tract Dublin adjacent to John Taylor; land that was formerly my son John's. To son William property in his poss. house and 200 ac of tract Dublin. Witt: John Holland, Samuel Hudson & Stephen Walton. Bonds included Richard Sturgis.2 |
Citations
- [S2159] Ruth Dryden, Worcester Co, MD, Will Book JBR (2), 1803-1807, p. 8 (will of John Jones).
- [S2002] Sharon S. Jones, Worcester Co, MD Wills, 1759-1769, p. 15 (will of Thomas Dubberly).
John Jones1
M, b. circa 1754, d. before 24 October 1802
| Birth* | circa 1754 | John Jones was born circa 1754 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Death* | before 24 October 1802 | He died before 24 October 1802 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 24 October 1802 | John was named in his father's will on 24 October 1802 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will John Jones gave son James 100 ac of tract Dublin adjacent to John Taylor; land that was formerly my son John's. To son William property in his poss. house and 200 ac of tract Dublin. Witt: John Holland, Samuel Hudson & Stephen Walton. Bonds included Richard Sturgis.1 |
Citations
- [S2002] Sharon S. Jones, Worcester Co, MD Wills, 1759-1769, p. 15 (will of Thomas Dubberly).
William Jones1
M, b. circa 1756
| Birth* | circa 1756 | William Jones was born circa 1756 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 24 October 1802 | William was named in his father's will on 24 October 1802 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will John Jones gave son James 100 ac of tract Dublin adjacent to John Taylor; land that was formerly my son John's. To son William property in his poss. house and 200 ac of tract Dublin. Witt: John Holland, Samuel Hudson & Stephen Walton. Bonds included Richard Sturgis.1 |
Citations
- [S2002] Sharon S. Jones, Worcester Co, MD Wills, 1759-1769, p. 15 (will of Thomas Dubberly).
(-----) (-----)
F, b. circa 1750
Citations
- [S2158] Ruth T. Dryden, Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, 1666-1810, p. 255 (tract Giles Addition).
Nancy Jones1
F, b. circa 1775
| Birth* | circa 1775 | Nancy Jones was born circa 1775 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Land sold* | 20 July 1805 | She sold land on 20 July 1805 at tract Giles Addition, Mattapany Hundred, Worcester Co, MD. Nancy Jones, daughter of Giles Jones, sold rights to Daniel Handcock, lands from father, unnamed, in Mattapany.1 |
Citations
- [S2158] Ruth T. Dryden, Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, 1666-1810, p. 255 (tract Giles Addition).
Molly Jones1
F, b. circa 1780
| Birth* | circa 1780 | Molly Jones was born circa 1780 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Land sold* | 9 July 1808 | She sold land on 9 July 1808 at tract Giles Addition, Mattapany Hundred, Worcester Co, MD. Molly Jones, daughter of Giles Jones, sold rights to Daniel Handcock, lands from father, unnamed, in Mattapany.1 |
Citations
- [S2158] Ruth T. Dryden, Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, 1666-1810, p. 255 (tract Giles Addition).
Mary 'Polly' Merrill1,2
F, b. circa 1760
| Birth* | circa 1760 | Mary 'Polly' Merrill was born circa 1760 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1780 | She married William Crawford circa 1780.2 |
| Married Name | circa 1780 | As of circa 1780,her married name was Crawford. |
| Est inventory submit* | 2 January 1784 | Mary 'Polly' Merrill submitted an inventory of an estate on 2 January 1784 at Worcester Co, MD. The inventory of William Crawford was subitted by Polly Crawford Extr with Stephen Sturgis & Outten Sturgis securities. Next of kin: Elijah Merrill and Comfort Merrill.2 |
| Marriage* | circa 1785 | She married Hezekiah Johnson, son of Eliakim Johnson Sr. and Bridget Holland, circa 1785 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1785 | As of circa 1785,her married name was Johnson. |
| Will - Husb's* | 13 February 1809 | Mary was named in her husband's will on 13 February 1809 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Hezekiah Johnson gave wife Mary plantation, 2 tracts Bachelors Lott & Bridgewater Supply, bounds tract Dear Harbor and John Kellam's heirs, then after death to son Henry. To daughters Polly Merril Johnson and Betsy Ballard Johnson. To son Isaac Smith Johnson part of tract Discovery Now purchased of John Conner containing 53 1/4 ac purchased of Elisha Johnson part aforesaid, 54 1/2 ac part of tracts Bridgewater & Pick Poket. 79 ac of tract Thin Side Now, 52 ac of tract Cypress Swamp purchased of Francis Ross adjacent the River called Allen. Tract Atkinsons Survey 18 ac purchased of Bridget Johnson, part of tract Discovery 79 ac bought of Jesse Sturgis, & tract Cypress Point. To son John Mitchell Johnson 112 ac purchased of Solomon Cary tract Dear Harbor 50 ac adjacent purchased of Benjamin Aydelot. Witt: Elisha Jones, James Willis & Robert Johnson.3 |
Citations
- [S2560] Rob Hall (C.R.V. Hall) < and e-mail address>, Ancestors of William Thomas Taylor.
- [S2150] Ruth Dryden, Worcester Co, MD, Administrators Bonds JW12 & Inventories, 1783-1790, p. 5 (adm of William Crawford, Polly Crawford Adm).
- [S2225] Ruth Dryden, Worcester Co, MD, Will Book MH, 1806-1813, p. 20 (will of Hezekiah Johnson, wife Mary).
Polly Merril Johnson1
F, b. circa 1788
| Birth* | circa 1788 | Polly Merril Johnson was born circa 1788 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - GrMoth's* | 12 July 1793 | Polly was named in her grandmother's will on 12 July 1793 at Worcester Co, MD. In her will Comfort Merrill named: granddaughters Mary Merrill and Martheus Price, grandsons John Merrill Price and Peter Price, granddaughter Polly Merrill Johnson, granddaugter Jemima Price, Ezekiel Johnson and Arthur Price, son Elijah Merrill, and sister Jeminah Henderson. Witt: James Bennett and James Lindsey.2 |
| Will - Father's* | 13 February 1809 | Polly was named in her father's will on 13 February 1809 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Hezekiah Johnson gave wife Mary plantation, 2 tracts Bachelors Lott & Bridgewater Supply, bounds tract Dear Harbor and John Kellam's heirs, then after death to son Henry. To daughters Polly Merril Johnson and Betsy Ballard Johnson. To son Isaac Smith Johnson part of tract Discovery Now purchased of John Conner containing 53 1/4 ac purchased of Elisha Johnson part aforesaid, 54 1/2 ac part of tracts Bridgewater & Pick Poket. 79 ac of tract Thin Side Now, 52 ac of tract Cypress Swamp purchased of Francis Ross adjacent the River called Allen. Tract Atkinsons Survey 18 ac purchased of Bridget Johnson, part of tract Discovery 79 ac bought of Jesse Sturgis, & tract Cypress Point. To son John Mitchell Johnson 112 ac purchased of Solomon Cary tract Dear Harbor 50 ac adjacent purchased of Benjamin Aydelot. Witt: Elisha Jones, James Willis & Robert Johnson.1 |
Citations
- [S2225] Ruth Dryden, Worcester Co, MD, Will Book MH, 1806-1813, p. 20 (will of Hezekiah Johnson, wife Mary).
- [S2148] Ruth Dryden, Worcester Co, MD, Will Book JW, 1790-1799, p. 12 (will of Comfort Merrill).
Henry (of Hezekiah) Johnson1
M, b. circa 1786
| Birth* | circa 1786 | Henry (of Hezekiah) Johnson was born circa 1786 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 13 February 1809 | Henry was named in his father's will on 13 February 1809 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Hezekiah Johnson gave wife Mary plantation, 2 tracts Bachelors Lott & Bridgewater Supply, bounds tract Dear Harbor and John Kellam's heirs, then after death to son Henry. To daughters Polly Merril Johnson and Betsy Ballard Johnson. To son Isaac Smith Johnson part of tract Discovery Now purchased of John Conner containing 53 1/4 ac purchased of Elisha Johnson part aforesaid, 54 1/2 ac part of tracts Bridgewater & Pick Poket. 79 ac of tract Thin Side Now, 52 ac of tract Cypress Swamp purchased of Francis Ross adjacent the River called Allen. Tract Atkinsons Survey 18 ac purchased of Bridget Johnson, part of tract Discovery 79 ac bought of Jesse Sturgis, & tract Cypress Point. To son John Mitchell Johnson 112 ac purchased of Solomon Cary tract Dear Harbor 50 ac adjacent purchased of Benjamin Aydelot. Witt: Elisha Jones, James Willis & Robert Johnson.1 |
Citations
- [S2225] Ruth Dryden, Worcester Co, MD, Will Book MH, 1806-1813, p. 20 (will of Hezekiah Johnson, wife Mary).
Isaac Smith Johnson1
M, b. circa 1792
| Birth* | circa 1792 | Isaac Smith Johnson was born circa 1792 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 13 February 1809 | Isaac was named in his father's will on 13 February 1809 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Hezekiah Johnson gave wife Mary plantation, 2 tracts Bachelors Lott & Bridgewater Supply, bounds tract Dear Harbor and John Kellam's heirs, then after death to son Henry. To daughters Polly Merril Johnson and Betsy Ballard Johnson. To son Isaac Smith Johnson part of tract Discovery Now purchased of John Conner containing 53 1/4 ac purchased of Elisha Johnson part aforesaid, 54 1/2 ac part of tracts Bridgewater & Pick Poket. 79 ac of tract Thin Side Now, 52 ac of tract Cypress Swamp purchased of Francis Ross adjacent the River called Allen. Tract Atkinsons Survey 18 ac purchased of Bridget Johnson, part of tract Discovery 79 ac bought of Jesse Sturgis, & tract Cypress Point. To son John Mitchell Johnson 112 ac purchased of Solomon Cary tract Dear Harbor 50 ac adjacent purchased of Benjamin Aydelot. Witt: Elisha Jones, James Willis & Robert Johnson.1 |
| Marriage* | 30 November 1812 | He married Susan Cottingham on 30 November 1812 at Worcester Co, MD.2 |
| Marriage* | 19 June 1827 | Isaac Smith Johnson married Sarah Cottingham on 19 June 1827.2 |
Citations
- [S2225] Ruth Dryden, Worcester Co, MD, Will Book MH, 1806-1813, p. 20 (will of Hezekiah Johnson, wife Mary).
- [S594] Jody Powell, Worcester Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1795-1865.
John Mitchell Johnson1
M, b. circa 1794
| Birth* | circa 1794 | John Mitchell Johnson was born circa 1794 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 13 February 1809 | John was named in his father's will on 13 February 1809 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Hezekiah Johnson gave wife Mary plantation, 2 tracts Bachelors Lott & Bridgewater Supply, bounds tract Dear Harbor and John Kellam's heirs, then after death to son Henry. To daughters Polly Merril Johnson and Betsy Ballard Johnson. To son Isaac Smith Johnson part of tract Discovery Now purchased of John Conner containing 53 1/4 ac purchased of Elisha Johnson part aforesaid, 54 1/2 ac part of tracts Bridgewater & Pick Poket. 79 ac of tract Thin Side Now, 52 ac of tract Cypress Swamp purchased of Francis Ross adjacent the River called Allen. Tract Atkinsons Survey 18 ac purchased of Bridget Johnson, part of tract Discovery 79 ac bought of Jesse Sturgis, & tract Cypress Point. To son John Mitchell Johnson 112 ac purchased of Solomon Cary tract Dear Harbor 50 ac adjacent purchased of Benjamin Aydelot. Witt: Elisha Jones, James Willis & Robert Johnson.1 |
Citations
- [S2225] Ruth Dryden, Worcester Co, MD, Will Book MH, 1806-1813, p. 20 (will of Hezekiah Johnson, wife Mary).
Susan Cottingham1
F, b. circa 1790
| Birth* | circa 1790 | Susan Cottingham was born circa 1790 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | 30 November 1812 | She married Isaac Smith Johnson, son of Hezekiah Johnson and Mary 'Polly' Merrill, on 30 November 1812 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Married Name | 30 November 1812 | As of 30 November 1812,her married name was Johnson. |
Citations
- [S594] Jody Powell, Worcester Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1795-1865.
Sarah Cottingham1
F, b. circa 1805
Citations
- [S594] Jody Powell, Worcester Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1795-1865.
Caleb Jones1
M, b. circa 1785
| Birth* | circa 1785 | Caleb Jones was born circa 1785 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | 8 January 1805 | He married Martha (of Joshua) 'Patty' Sturgis, daughter of Joshua Sturgis Sr. and Mary Jones, on 8 January 1805 at Worcester Co, MD.2 |
| Will - Father's* | 29 January 1809 | Caleb was named in his father's will on 29 January 1809 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will John Jones named son Giles Jones Extr. To sons Caleb, John, Hezekiah, Henry, Obediah & Eliatius. To daughters Sarah and Leah Jones. Witt: Nehemiah Holland, Stephen Jones & Stephen Walton.1 |
Citations
- [S2225] Ruth Dryden, Worcester Co, MD, Will Book MH, 1806-1813, p. 20 (will of John Jones).
- [S2772] Vernon L. Skinner Jr., The Sturgis family was researched and compiled by Vernon L. Skinner, Jr. Initial information comes from Floyd L. Otter, Origins of the Sturgis Family in Virginia & Maryland, Ash Tree Echo, Jan. 1979, Vol. XIV, Issue 1, p. 38-43. This was augmented and updated with input from Gerald Collins, Frank Courtney, Kay Davis, Linda Harrison, and Judy Stell, as well as published abstracts (many within the last 10 years) of various records of Maryland, Delaware, and Virginia: probate, deeds, tax lists, patriot information, etc., p. 17 (#109 Martha Sturgis).
- [S594] Jody Powell, Worcester Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1795-1865.
John Jones1
M, b. circa 1796
| Birth* | circa 1796 | John Jones was born circa 1796 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 29 January 1809 | John was named in his father's will on 29 January 1809 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will John Jones named son Giles Jones Extr. To sons Caleb, John, Hezekiah, Henry, Obediah & Eliatius. To daughters Sarah and Leah Jones. Witt: Nehemiah Holland, Stephen Jones & Stephen Walton.1 |
Citations
- [S2225] Ruth Dryden, Worcester Co, MD, Will Book MH, 1806-1813, p. 20 (will of John Jones).
Hezekiah Jones1
M, b. circa 1798
| Birth* | circa 1798 | Hezekiah Jones was born circa 1798 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 29 January 1809 | Hezekiah was named in his father's will on 29 January 1809 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will John Jones named son Giles Jones Extr. To sons Caleb, John, Hezekiah, Henry, Obediah & Eliatius. To daughters Sarah and Leah Jones. Witt: Nehemiah Holland, Stephen Jones & Stephen Walton.1 |
Citations
- [S2225] Ruth Dryden, Worcester Co, MD, Will Book MH, 1806-1813, p. 20 (will of John Jones).
Henry Jones1
M, b. circa 1800
| Birth* | circa 1800 | Henry Jones was born circa 1800 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 29 January 1809 | Henry was named in his father's will on 29 January 1809 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will John Jones named son Giles Jones Extr. To sons Caleb, John, Hezekiah, Henry, Obediah & Eliatius. To daughters Sarah and Leah Jones. Witt: Nehemiah Holland, Stephen Jones & Stephen Walton.1 |
Citations
- [S2225] Ruth Dryden, Worcester Co, MD, Will Book MH, 1806-1813, p. 20 (will of John Jones).
Eliakem Jones1
M, b. circa 1804
| Birth* | circa 1804 | Eliakem Jones was born circa 1804 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 29 January 1809 | Eliakem was named in his father's will on 29 January 1809 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will John Jones named son Giles Jones Extr. To sons Caleb, John, Hezekiah, Henry, Obediah & Eliatius. To daughters Sarah and Leah Jones. Witt: Nehemiah Holland, Stephen Jones & Stephen Walton.1 |
| Marriage* | 27 January 1829 | He married Nancy Crippen on 27 January 1829 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown as Eliakem Jones and Nancy Crippen.2 |
Citations
- [S2225] Ruth Dryden, Worcester Co, MD, Will Book MH, 1806-1813, p. 20 (will of John Jones).
- [S594] Jody Powell, Worcester Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1795-1865.
- [S2559] Robert F. Jones, to Moody K. Miles.
Sarah Jones1
F, b. circa 1806
| Birth* | circa 1806 | Sarah Jones was born circa 1806 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 29 January 1809 | Sarah was named in her father's will on 29 January 1809 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will John Jones named son Giles Jones Extr. To sons Caleb, John, Hezekiah, Henry, Obediah & Eliatius. To daughters Sarah and Leah Jones. Witt: Nehemiah Holland, Stephen Jones & Stephen Walton.1 |
Citations
- [S2225] Ruth Dryden, Worcester Co, MD, Will Book MH, 1806-1813, p. 20 (will of John Jones).
Leah Jones1
F, b. circa 1808
| Birth* | circa 1808 | Leah Jones was born circa 1808 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 29 January 1809 | Leah was named in her father's will on 29 January 1809 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will John Jones named son Giles Jones Extr. To sons Caleb, John, Hezekiah, Henry, Obediah & Eliatius. To daughters Sarah and Leah Jones. Witt: Nehemiah Holland, Stephen Jones & Stephen Walton.1 |
Citations
- [S2225] Ruth Dryden, Worcester Co, MD, Will Book MH, 1806-1813, p. 20 (will of John Jones).
Eliakim Johnson Sr.1
M, b. circa 1730, d. before 6 November 1792
| Birth* | circa 1730 | Eliakim Johnson Sr. was born circa 1730 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 4 November 1750 | Eliakim was named in his father's will on 4 November 1750 at Northampton Co, VA. In his will Isaac Smith gave Eliakim Johnson ns. Daniel and Sarah. To Eleazer Johnson n. boy Jacob and a horse colt called "Trample". To Hezekiah Johnson a fellow named Peter and a dark gray mare called "Fly". To Eleazer Johnson 100 A. being the westward part of the plantation whereon I now dwell extending easterly up Coldmans Branch to a small branch issuing out of the same near against Peter Kellum's house to include the westward part of my plantation. To Hezekiah Johnson 100 A. being the eastward part of my plantation, and for want of heirs to Eliakim Johnson. But if Eliakim, Eleazer and Hezekiah Johnson all die without heirs then the whole 200 A. to my brother Jonathan Smith. My friends Thomas Marshall son of John, and Obedience White extrs. Witt: Joachim Michael, Nathaniel Rogers, Thomas James, Hillary Green.2 |
| Land inherited* | 1751 | He inherited land in 1751 at tract N113, west of Jamesville, Northampton Co, VA. Isaac Smith bequeath this tract in two parcels. He left the western 100 acres to Eleazer Johnson, or if he had no heirs, the succession was to be to Eliakim Johnson, then to Hezekiah Johnson, and finally to a brother Jonathan Smith. The eastern half he left to Hezekiah Johnson, but if heirs failed, the succession was to be to Eliakim Johnson, Eleazer Johnson or his brother Jonathan Smith. In 1757 the whole 200 acres somehow came into the possession of a John Shepherd who died intestate, and in this year his daughter Elizabeth with her husband John Harmanson of Northampton and his daughter Margaret with her husband Edward Ker of Accomack united in a deed for the 200 acres to John Fathery.3 |
| Marriage* | circa 1755 | He married Bridget Holland, daughter of Nehemiah Holland II and Ann Willett, circa 1755 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will* | 10 April 1790 | Eliakim made a will on 10 April 1790 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Eliakiam Johnson gave wife Bridget plantation. To son Hezekiah part of 2 tracts Bachelors Lott and Bridge Water Supply bounded by Wm. Pruitt, John Kellam & Solomon Carey. To daughter Margaret Jones tract Addition to Thornsberry bounded by Esther and Comfort Turner. To daughter Leah land. To daughters Elizabeth and Bridget land. To daughter Deidamea and Sarah tract Cyprus Point containing 40 ac. To son Eliakim. To daughters Peggy Jones and Ann Jones. Witt: Robert Schoolfield, Robert Purnell & William Holland.4 |
| Death* | before 6 November 1792 | He died before 6 November 1792 at Worcester Co, MD. It was on this date that his will was proved.4 |
| Will - Mentioned in* | 7 February 1817 | Eliakim was mentioned in a will on 7 February 1817 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Samuel A. Harper gave to daughter Bridget Hall, wife of George, who is gone away, property she fetched from Baltimore when I brought her and her babys in 1815. Lands bounding on William Taylor of Jerremiah, Brittingham Beavans, tract Addition to Conclusion. To daughter Catharine Q. Harper, dwelling plantation. Lands tracts Taskill & Friends occupied by Sarah Sturgis widow of John O. Sturgis Jr. and land obtained from James Benson to my father John Harper, tracts Taskill Ridge, Tenderdale and Chance deeded in 1761 and 1769 (7 acres). Tract Addition to Chance deeded from Joshua Tarr in 1793. Part of tract Chance deeded from Outten Sturgis in 1787 (5 acres). Tract Harpers Discovery, part of tract Widows Lott deeded from Richard Sturgis in 1794, the whole 175 acres. To son Samuel D. Harper, mills, lands including lands from Lemuel Spence deeded in 1801 & tracts Milborun Meadow & Milbourn Addition deeded from John Milbourn. To wife Elizabeth. To daughter Polly Harper. To children of Bridget Hall, Samuel A.H., George and Mary E., land tract Bridgwater Supply devised to my wife Elizabeth by her father Eleakim Johnson to be sold. Brotther William Harper and Son Samuel to be Extrs. Witt: John C. Handy, William Quinton & Parker Selby. Codicil 28 Nov 1818 - to daughter Polly land deeded from Benjamin Bennett. Witt: William Riley, William Quinton & John Handy.5 |
Citations
- [S2560] Rob Hall (C.R.V. Hall) < and e-mail address>, Ancestors of William Thomas Taylor.
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 331 (will of Isaac Smith Sr.).
- [S572] Ralph T. Whitelaw, Virginia's Eastern Shore (A History of Northampton and Accomack Counties), p. 523 (tract N113).
- [S2148] Ruth Dryden, Worcester Co, MD, Will Book JW, 1790-1799, p. 9 (will of Eliakim Johnson, wife Bridget).
- [S594] Jody Powell, Worcester Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1795-1865.
Bridget Holland1
F, b. circa 1735, d. 1821
| Birth* | circa 1735 | Bridget Holland was born circa 1735 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1755 | She married Eliakim Johnson Sr., son of Isaac Smith and Rebecca Johnson (Johnson? or Blake?), circa 1755 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1755 | As of circa 1755,her married name was Johnson. |
| Will - Father's* | 2 February 1758 | Bridget was named in her father's will on 2 February 1758 at Worcester Co, VA. In his will Nehemiah Holland gave daughters Sarah Tarr, Tabetha Price, Bridget Johnson, Betty Moore and to sons Nehemiah Holland, Thomas Holland and William and Benjamin Holland personalty. To wife Ann and son Benjamin remainder of estate. Extrs: Ann an Benjamin Holland. Witt: William Aydelott, John Selby and Ephraim Waggoner. Administrators: William Aydelott and Hugh Mills.2 |
| Will - Husb's* | 10 April 1790 | Bridget was named in her husband's will on 10 April 1790 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Eliakiam Johnson gave wife Bridget plantation. To son Hezekiah part of 2 tracts Bachelors Lott and Bridge Water Supply bounded by Wm. Pruitt, John Kellam & Solomon Carey. To daughter Margaret Jones tract Addition to Thornsberry bounded by Esther and Comfort Turner. To daughter Leah land. To daughters Elizabeth and Bridget land. To daughter Deidamea and Sarah tract Cyprus Point containing 40 ac. To son Eliakim. To daughters Peggy Jones and Ann Jones. Witt: Robert Schoolfield, Robert Purnell & William Holland.3 |
| Death* | 1821 | She died in 1821 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
Citations
- [S2560] Rob Hall (C.R.V. Hall) < and e-mail address>, Ancestors of William Thomas Taylor.
- [S2002] Sharon S. Jones, Worcester Co, MD Wills, 1759-1769, p. 5 (will of Nehemiah Holland, wife Ann).
- [S2148] Ruth Dryden, Worcester Co, MD, Will Book JW, 1790-1799, p. 9 (will of Eliakim Johnson, wife Bridget).
Peggy Johnson1
F, b. circa 1758
| Birth* | circa 1758 | Peggy Johnson was born circa 1758 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1780 | She married (-----) Jones circa 1780.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1780 | As of circa 1780,her married name was Jones. |
| Will - Father's* | 10 April 1790 | Peggy was named in her father's will on 10 April 1790 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Eliakiam Johnson gave wife Bridget plantation. To son Hezekiah part of 2 tracts Bachelors Lott and Bridge Water Supply bounded by Wm. Pruitt, John Kellam & Solomon Carey. To daughter Margaret Jones tract Addition to Thornsberry bounded by Esther and Comfort Turner. To daughter Leah land. To daughters Elizabeth and Bridget land. To daughter Deidamea and Sarah tract Cyprus Point containing 40 ac. To son Eliakim. To daughters Peggy Jones and Ann Jones. Witt: Robert Schoolfield, Robert Purnell & William Holland.1 |
Citations
- [S2148] Ruth Dryden, Worcester Co, MD, Will Book JW, 1790-1799, p. 9 (will of Eliakim Johnson, wife Bridget).
(-----) Jones1
M, b. circa 1755
Citations
- [S2148] Ruth Dryden, Worcester Co, MD, Will Book JW, 1790-1799, p. 9 (will of Eliakim Johnson, wife Bridget).
Hezekiah Johnson1
M, b. circa 1756, d. before 15 January 1811
| Birth* | circa 1756 | Hezekiah Johnson was born circa 1756 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1785 | He married Mary 'Polly' Merrill, daughter of John Merrill and Comfort Henderson, circa 1785 at Worcester Co, MD.2 |
| Will - Father's* | 10 April 1790 | Hezekiah was named in his father's will on 10 April 1790 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Eliakiam Johnson gave wife Bridget plantation. To son Hezekiah part of 2 tracts Bachelors Lott and Bridge Water Supply bounded by Wm. Pruitt, John Kellam & Solomon Carey. To daughter Margaret Jones tract Addition to Thornsberry bounded by Esther and Comfort Turner. To daughter Leah land. To daughters Elizabeth and Bridget land. To daughter Deidamea and Sarah tract Cyprus Point containing 40 ac. To son Eliakim. To daughters Peggy Jones and Ann Jones. Witt: Robert Schoolfield, Robert Purnell & William Holland.1 |
| Will - Mother-in-law* | 12 July 1793 | Hezekiah was named in his mother-in-law's will on 12 July 1793 at Worcester Co, MD. In her will Comfort Merrill named: granddaughters Mary Merrill and Martheus Price, grandsons John Merrill Price and Peter Price, granddaughter Polly Merrill Johnson, granddaugter Jemima Price, Ezekiel Johnson and Arthur Price, son Elijah Merrill, and sister Jeminah Henderson. Witt: James Bennett and James Lindsey.3 |
| Will* | 13 February 1809 | Hezekiah made a will on 13 February 1809 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Hezekiah Johnson gave wife Mary plantation, 2 tracts Bachelors Lott & Bridgewater Supply, bounds tract Dear Harbor and John Kellam's heirs, then after death to son Henry. To daughters Polly Merril Johnson and Betsy Ballard Johnson. To son Isaac Smith Johnson part of tract Discovery Now purchased of John Conner containing 53 1/4 ac purchased of Elisha Johnson part aforesaid, 54 1/2 ac part of tracts Bridgewater & Pick Poket. 79 ac of tract Thin Side Now, 52 ac of tract Cypress Swamp purchased of Francis Ross adjacent the River called Allen. Tract Atkinsons Survey 18 ac purchased of Bridget Johnson, part of tract Discovery 79 ac bought of Jesse Sturgis, & tract Cypress Point. To son John Mitchell Johnson 112 ac purchased of Solomon Cary tract Dear Harbor 50 ac adjacent purchased of Benjamin Aydelot. Witt: Elisha Jones, James Willis & Robert Johnson.4 |
| Death* | before 15 January 1811 | He died before 15 January 1811 at Worcester Co, MD. It was on this date that his will was proved.4 |
Citations
- [S2148] Ruth Dryden, Worcester Co, MD, Will Book JW, 1790-1799, p. 9 (will of Eliakim Johnson, wife Bridget).
- [S2560] Rob Hall (C.R.V. Hall) < and e-mail address>, Ancestors of William Thomas Taylor.
- [S2148] Ruth Dryden, Worcester Co, MD, Will Book JW, 1790-1799, p. 12 (will of Comfort Merrill).
- [S2225] Ruth Dryden, Worcester Co, MD, Will Book MH, 1806-1813, p. 20 (will of Hezekiah Johnson, wife Mary).
Margaret Johnson1
F, b. circa 1762
| Birth* | circa 1762 | Margaret Johnson was born circa 1762 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1785 | She married (-----) Jones circa 1785.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1785 | As of circa 1785,her married name was Jones. |
| Will - Father's* | 10 April 1790 | Margaret was named in her father's will on 10 April 1790 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Eliakiam Johnson gave wife Bridget plantation. To son Hezekiah part of 2 tracts Bachelors Lott and Bridge Water Supply bounded by Wm. Pruitt, John Kellam & Solomon Carey. To daughter Margaret Jones tract Addition to Thornsberry bounded by Esther and Comfort Turner. To daughter Leah land. To daughters Elizabeth and Bridget land. To daughter Deidamea and Sarah tract Cyprus Point containing 40 ac. To son Eliakim. To daughters Peggy Jones and Ann Jones. Witt: Robert Schoolfield, Robert Purnell & William Holland.1 |
Citations
- [S2148] Ruth Dryden, Worcester Co, MD, Will Book JW, 1790-1799, p. 9 (will of Eliakim Johnson, wife Bridget).
(-----) Jones1
M, b. circa 1760
Citations
- [S2148] Ruth Dryden, Worcester Co, MD, Will Book JW, 1790-1799, p. 9 (will of Eliakim Johnson, wife Bridget).
Leah Johnson1
F, b. circa 1764
| Birth* | circa 1764 | Leah Johnson was born circa 1764 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 10 April 1790 | Leah was named in her father's will on 10 April 1790 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Eliakiam Johnson gave wife Bridget plantation. To son Hezekiah part of 2 tracts Bachelors Lott and Bridge Water Supply bounded by Wm. Pruitt, John Kellam & Solomon Carey. To daughter Margaret Jones tract Addition to Thornsberry bounded by Esther and Comfort Turner. To daughter Leah land. To daughters Elizabeth and Bridget land. To daughter Deidamea and Sarah tract Cyprus Point containing 40 ac. To son Eliakim. To daughters Peggy Jones and Ann Jones. Witt: Robert Schoolfield, Robert Purnell & William Holland.1 |
Citations
- [S2148] Ruth Dryden, Worcester Co, MD, Will Book JW, 1790-1799, p. 9 (will of Eliakim Johnson, wife Bridget).
Elizabeth (of Eliakim) Johnson1
F, b. circa 1766
| Birth* | circa 1766 | Elizabeth (of Eliakim) Johnson was born circa 1766 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 10 April 1790 | Elizabeth was named in her father's will on 10 April 1790 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Eliakiam Johnson gave wife Bridget plantation. To son Hezekiah part of 2 tracts Bachelors Lott and Bridge Water Supply bounded by Wm. Pruitt, John Kellam & Solomon Carey. To daughter Margaret Jones tract Addition to Thornsberry bounded by Esther and Comfort Turner. To daughter Leah land. To daughters Elizabeth and Bridget land. To daughter Deidamea and Sarah tract Cyprus Point containing 40 ac. To son Eliakim. To daughters Peggy Jones and Ann Jones. Witt: Robert Schoolfield, Robert Purnell & William Holland.1 |
| Marriage | circa 1792 | She married Samuel Adams Harper, son of (father of Sam & Wm) Harper, circa 1792 at Worcester Co, MD.2,3 |
| Married Name | circa 1792 | As of circa 1792,her married name was Harper. |
| Will - Husb's | 7 February 1817 | Elizabeth was named in her husband's will on 7 February 1817 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Samuel A. Harper gave to daughter Bridget Hall, wife of George, who is gone away, property she fetched from Baltimore when I brought her and her babys in 1815. Lands bounding on William Taylor of Jerremiah, Brittingham Beavans, tract Addition to Conclusion. To daughter Catharine Q. Harper, dwelling plantation. Lands tracts Taskill & Friends occupied by Sarah Sturgis widow of John O. Sturgis Jr. and land obtained from James Benson to my father John Harper, tracts Taskill Ridge, Tenderdale and Chance deeded in 1761 and 1769 (7 acres). Tract Addition to Chance deeded from Joshua Tarr in 1793. Part of tract Chance deeded from Outten Sturgis in 1787 (5 acres). Tract Harpers Discovery, part of tract Widows Lott deeded from Richard Sturgis in 1794, the whole 175 acres. To son Samuel D. Harper, mills, lands including lands from Lemuel Spence deeded in 1801 & tracts Milborun Meadow & Milbourn Addition deeded from John Milbourn. To wife Elizabeth. To daughter Polly Harper. To children of Bridget Hall, Samuel A.H., George and Mary E., land tract Bridgwater Supply devised to my wife Elizabeth by her father Eleakim Johnson to be sold. Brotther William Harper and Son Samuel to be Extrs. Witt: John C. Handy, William Quinton & Parker Selby. Codicil 28 Nov 1818 - to daughter Polly land deeded from Benjamin Bennett. Witt: William Riley, William Quinton & John Handy.3 |
Citations
- [S2148] Ruth Dryden, Worcester Co, MD, Will Book JW, 1790-1799, p. 9 (will of Eliakim Johnson, wife Bridget).
- [S2772] Vernon L. Skinner Jr., The Sturgis family was researched and compiled by Vernon L. Skinner, Jr. Initial information comes from Floyd L. Otter, Origins of the Sturgis Family in Virginia & Maryland, Ash Tree Echo, Jan. 1979, Vol. XIV, Issue 1, p. 38-43. This was augmented and updated with input from Gerald Collins, Frank Courtney, Kay Davis, Linda Harrison, and Judy Stell, as well as published abstracts (many within the last 10 years) of various records of Maryland, Delaware, and Virginia: probate, deeds, tax lists, patriot information, etc., p. 28 (#233 Handy Mills Sturgis).
- [S2151] Ruth Dryden, Worcester Co, MD, Will Book MH-2, 1813-1822, p. 30 (will of Samuel A. Harper, wife Elizabeth).
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, U.S., Sons of the American Revolution Membership Applications, 1889-1970 (SAR Membership #73116 for Harper Major Hall, dated 19 Nov 1950).
Bridget Johnson1
F, b. circa 1768
| Birth* | circa 1768 | Bridget Johnson was born circa 1768 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 10 April 1790 | Bridget was named in her father's will on 10 April 1790 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Eliakiam Johnson gave wife Bridget plantation. To son Hezekiah part of 2 tracts Bachelors Lott and Bridge Water Supply bounded by Wm. Pruitt, John Kellam & Solomon Carey. To daughter Margaret Jones tract Addition to Thornsberry bounded by Esther and Comfort Turner. To daughter Leah land. To daughters Elizabeth and Bridget land. To daughter Deidamea and Sarah tract Cyprus Point containing 40 ac. To son Eliakim. To daughters Peggy Jones and Ann Jones. Witt: Robert Schoolfield, Robert Purnell & William Holland.1 |
Citations
- [S2148] Ruth Dryden, Worcester Co, MD, Will Book JW, 1790-1799, p. 9 (will of Eliakim Johnson, wife Bridget).
Deidamea Johnson1
F, b. circa 1770
| Birth* | circa 1770 | Deidamea Johnson was born circa 1770 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage | 1790 | She married Jesse (of Joshua) Sturgis, son of Joshua Sturgis Sr. and Mary Jones, in 1790 at Worcester Co, MD.2 |
| Married Name | 1790 | As of 1790,her married name was Sturgis. |
| Will - Father's* | 10 April 1790 | Deidamea was named in her father's will on 10 April 1790 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Eliakiam Johnson gave wife Bridget plantation. To son Hezekiah part of 2 tracts Bachelors Lott and Bridge Water Supply bounded by Wm. Pruitt, John Kellam & Solomon Carey. To daughter Margaret Jones tract Addition to Thornsberry bounded by Esther and Comfort Turner. To daughter Leah land. To daughters Elizabeth and Bridget land. To daughter Deidamea and Sarah tract Cyprus Point containing 40 ac. To son Eliakim. To daughters Peggy Jones and Ann Jones. Witt: Robert Schoolfield, Robert Purnell & William Holland.1 |
Citations
- [S2148] Ruth Dryden, Worcester Co, MD, Will Book JW, 1790-1799, p. 9 (will of Eliakim Johnson, wife Bridget).
- [S2772] Vernon L. Skinner Jr., The Sturgis family was researched and compiled by Vernon L. Skinner, Jr. Initial information comes from Floyd L. Otter, Origins of the Sturgis Family in Virginia & Maryland, Ash Tree Echo, Jan. 1979, Vol. XIV, Issue 1, p. 38-43. This was augmented and updated with input from Gerald Collins, Frank Courtney, Kay Davis, Linda Harrison, and Judy Stell, as well as published abstracts (many within the last 10 years) of various records of Maryland, Delaware, and Virginia: probate, deeds, tax lists, patriot information, etc., p. 10 (#102 Jesse Sturgis).
Sarah Johnson1
F, b. circa 1772
| Birth* | circa 1772 | Sarah Johnson was born circa 1772 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 10 April 1790 | Sarah was named in her father's will on 10 April 1790 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Eliakiam Johnson gave wife Bridget plantation. To son Hezekiah part of 2 tracts Bachelors Lott and Bridge Water Supply bounded by Wm. Pruitt, John Kellam & Solomon Carey. To daughter Margaret Jones tract Addition to Thornsberry bounded by Esther and Comfort Turner. To daughter Leah land. To daughters Elizabeth and Bridget land. To daughter Deidamea and Sarah tract Cyprus Point containing 40 ac. To son Eliakim. To daughters Peggy Jones and Ann Jones. Witt: Robert Schoolfield, Robert Purnell & William Holland.1 |
Citations
- [S2148] Ruth Dryden, Worcester Co, MD, Will Book JW, 1790-1799, p. 9 (will of Eliakim Johnson, wife Bridget).
Eliakim Johnson1
M, b. circa 1774
| Birth* | circa 1774 | Eliakim Johnson was born circa 1774 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 10 April 1790 | Eliakim was named in his father's will on 10 April 1790 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Eliakiam Johnson gave wife Bridget plantation. To son Hezekiah part of 2 tracts Bachelors Lott and Bridge Water Supply bounded by Wm. Pruitt, John Kellam & Solomon Carey. To daughter Margaret Jones tract Addition to Thornsberry bounded by Esther and Comfort Turner. To daughter Leah land. To daughters Elizabeth and Bridget land. To daughter Deidamea and Sarah tract Cyprus Point containing 40 ac. To son Eliakim. To daughters Peggy Jones and Ann Jones. Witt: Robert Schoolfield, Robert Purnell & William Holland.1 |
Citations
- [S2148] Ruth Dryden, Worcester Co, MD, Will Book JW, 1790-1799, p. 9 (will of Eliakim Johnson, wife Bridget).
John Merrill1
M, b. circa 1730
Citations
- [S2560] Rob Hall (C.R.V. Hall) < and e-mail address>, Ancestors of William Thomas Taylor.
- [S2148] Ruth Dryden, Worcester Co, MD, Will Book JW, 1790-1799, p. 12 (will of Comfort Merrill).
Comfort Henderson1
F, b. circa 1730, d. before 26 July 1793
| Birth* | circa 1730 | Comfort Henderson was born circa 1730 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1755 | She married John Merrill circa 1755 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1755 | As of circa 1755,her married name was Merrill. |
| Est settm't Soninlaw* | 2 January 1784 | Comfort Henderson was named in the settlement of her son-in-law's estate on 2 January 1784 at Worcester Co, MD. The inventory of William Crawford was subitted by Polly Crawford Extr with Stephen Sturgis & Outten Sturgis securities. Next of kin: Elijah Merrill and Comfort Merrill.3 |
| Will* | 12 July 1793 | Comfort made a will on 12 July 1793 at Worcester Co, MD. In her will Comfort Merrill named: granddaughters Mary Merrill and Martheus Price, grandsons John Merrill Price and Peter Price, granddaughter Polly Merrill Johnson, granddaugter Jemima Price, Ezekiel Johnson and Arthur Price, son Elijah Merrill, and sister Jeminah Henderson. Witt: James Bennett and James Lindsey.2 |
| Death* | before 26 July 1793 | She died before 26 July 1793 at Worcester Co, MD. It was on this date that her will was proved. (NOTE: Dryden shows the will was recorded 6 July but shows the will was written 12 July and the two wills after this one were recorded 26 July 1793.)2 |
Citations
- [S2560] Rob Hall (C.R.V. Hall) < and e-mail address>, Ancestors of William Thomas Taylor.
- [S2148] Ruth Dryden, Worcester Co, MD, Will Book JW, 1790-1799, p. 12 (will of Comfort Merrill).
- [S2150] Ruth Dryden, Worcester Co, MD, Administrators Bonds JW12 & Inventories, 1783-1790, p. 5 (adm of William Crawford, Polly Crawford Adm).
Elijah Merrill1
M, b. circa 1765
| Birth* | circa 1765 | Elijah Merrill was born circa 1765 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Est Settm't B-in-law* | 2 January 1784 | He was named in the settlement of his brother-in-law's estate on 2 January 1784 at Worcester Co, MD. The inventory of William Crawford was subitted by Polly Crawford Extr with Stephen Sturgis & Outten Sturgis securities. Next of kin: Elijah Merrill and Comfort Merrill.2 |
| Marriage* | circa 1785 | He married (-----) (-----) circa 1785 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Mother's* | 12 July 1793 | Elijah was named in his mother's will on 12 July 1793 at Worcester Co, MD. In her will Comfort Merrill named: granddaughters Mary Merrill and Martheus Price, grandsons John Merrill Price and Peter Price, granddaughter Polly Merrill Johnson, granddaugter Jemima Price, Ezekiel Johnson and Arthur Price, son Elijah Merrill, and sister Jeminah Henderson. Witt: James Bennett and James Lindsey.1 |
Citations
- [S2148] Ruth Dryden, Worcester Co, MD, Will Book JW, 1790-1799, p. 12 (will of Comfort Merrill).
- [S2150] Ruth Dryden, Worcester Co, MD, Administrators Bonds JW12 & Inventories, 1783-1790, p. 5 (adm of William Crawford, Polly Crawford Adm).
Jemima Merrill1
F, b. circa 1762
| Birth* | circa 1762 | Jemima Merrill was born circa 1762 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1785 | She married Arthur Price circa 1785.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1785 | As of circa 1785,her married name was Price. |
| Will - Mother's* | 12 July 1793 | Jemima was named in her mother's will on 12 July 1793 at Worcester Co, MD. In her will Comfort Merrill named: granddaughters Mary Merrill and Martheus Price, grandsons John Merrill Price and Peter Price, granddaughter Polly Merrill Johnson, granddaugter Jemima Price, Ezekiel Johnson and Arthur Price, son Elijah Merrill, and sister Jeminah Henderson. Witt: James Bennett and James Lindsey.1 |
Citations
- [S2148] Ruth Dryden, Worcester Co, MD, Will Book JW, 1790-1799, p. 12 (will of Comfort Merrill).
Arthur Price1
M, b. circa 1760
| Birth* | circa 1760 | Arthur Price was born circa 1760 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1785 | He married Jemima Merrill, daughter of John Merrill and Comfort Henderson, circa 1785.1 |
| Will - Mother-in-law* | 12 July 1793 | Arthur was named in his mother-in-law's will on 12 July 1793 at Worcester Co, MD. In her will Comfort Merrill named: granddaughters Mary Merrill and Martheus Price, grandsons John Merrill Price and Peter Price, granddaughter Polly Merrill Johnson, granddaugter Jemima Price, Ezekiel Johnson and Arthur Price, son Elijah Merrill, and sister Jeminah Henderson. Witt: James Bennett and James Lindsey.1 |
Citations
- [S2148] Ruth Dryden, Worcester Co, MD, Will Book JW, 1790-1799, p. 12 (will of Comfort Merrill).
Martheus Price1
F, b. circa 1786
| Birth* | circa 1786 | Martheus Price was born circa 1786 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - GrMoth's* | 12 July 1793 | Martheus was named in her grandmother's will on 12 July 1793 at Worcester Co, MD. In her will Comfort Merrill named: granddaughters Mary Merrill and Martheus Price, grandsons John Merrill Price and Peter Price, granddaughter Polly Merrill Johnson, granddaugter Jemima Price, Ezekiel Johnson and Arthur Price, son Elijah Merrill, and sister Jeminah Henderson. Witt: James Bennett and James Lindsey.1 |
Citations
- [S2148] Ruth Dryden, Worcester Co, MD, Will Book JW, 1790-1799, p. 12 (will of Comfort Merrill).
John Merrill Price1
M, b. circa 1788
| Birth* | circa 1788 | John Merrill Price was born circa 1788 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - GrMoth's* | 12 July 1793 | John was named in his grandmother's will on 12 July 1793 at Worcester Co, MD. In her will Comfort Merrill named: granddaughters Mary Merrill and Martheus Price, grandsons John Merrill Price and Peter Price, granddaughter Polly Merrill Johnson, granddaugter Jemima Price, Ezekiel Johnson and Arthur Price, son Elijah Merrill, and sister Jeminah Henderson. Witt: James Bennett and James Lindsey.1 |
Citations
- [S2148] Ruth Dryden, Worcester Co, MD, Will Book JW, 1790-1799, p. 12 (will of Comfort Merrill).
Peter Price1
M, b. circa 1790
| Birth* | circa 1790 | Peter Price was born circa 1790 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - GrMoth's* | 12 July 1793 | Peter was named in his grandmother's will on 12 July 1793 at Worcester Co, MD. In her will Comfort Merrill named: granddaughters Mary Merrill and Martheus Price, grandsons John Merrill Price and Peter Price, granddaughter Polly Merrill Johnson, granddaugter Jemima Price, Ezekiel Johnson and Arthur Price, son Elijah Merrill, and sister Jeminah Henderson. Witt: James Bennett and James Lindsey.1 |
Citations
- [S2148] Ruth Dryden, Worcester Co, MD, Will Book JW, 1790-1799, p. 12 (will of Comfort Merrill).
(-----) (-----)1
F, b. circa 1765
| Birth* | circa 1765 | (-----) (-----) was born circa 1765 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1785 | She married Elijah Merrill, son of John Merrill and Comfort Henderson, circa 1785 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1785 | As of circa 1785,her married name was Merrill. |
Citations
- [S2148] Ruth Dryden, Worcester Co, MD, Will Book JW, 1790-1799, p. 12 (will of Comfort Merrill).
Mary Merrill1
M, b. circa 1786
| Birth* | circa 1786 | Mary Merrill was born circa 1786 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - GrMoth's* | 12 July 1793 | Mary was named in his grandmother's will on 12 July 1793 at Worcester Co, MD. In her will Comfort Merrill named: granddaughters Mary Merrill and Martheus Price, grandsons John Merrill Price and Peter Price, granddaughter Polly Merrill Johnson, granddaugter Jemima Price, Ezekiel Johnson and Arthur Price, son Elijah Merrill, and sister Jeminah Henderson. Witt: James Bennett and James Lindsey.1 |
Citations
- [S2148] Ruth Dryden, Worcester Co, MD, Will Book JW, 1790-1799, p. 12 (will of Comfort Merrill).
(f/o Comfort & Jeminah) Henderson1
M, b. circa 1700
| Birth* | circa 1700 | (f/o Comfort & Jeminah) Henderson was born circa 1700.1 |
Citations
- [S2148] Ruth Dryden, Worcester Co, MD, Will Book JW, 1790-1799, p. 12 (will of Comfort Merrill).
Jeminah Henderson1
F, b. circa 1735
| Birth* | circa 1735 | Jeminah Henderson was born circa 1735 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Sister's* | 12 July 1793 | Jeminah was named in her sister's will on 12 July 1793 at Worcester Co, MD. In her will Comfort Merrill named: granddaughters Mary Merrill and Martheus Price, grandsons John Merrill Price and Peter Price, granddaughter Polly Merrill Johnson, granddaugter Jemima Price, Ezekiel Johnson and Arthur Price, son Elijah Merrill, and sister Jeminah Henderson. Witt: James Bennett and James Lindsey.1 |
Citations
- [S2148] Ruth Dryden, Worcester Co, MD, Will Book JW, 1790-1799, p. 12 (will of Comfort Merrill).
William Crawford1
M, b. circa 1760, d. before 2 January 1784
| Birth* | circa 1760 | William Crawford was born circa 1760 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1780 | He married Mary 'Polly' Merrill, daughter of John Merrill and Comfort Henderson, circa 1780.1 |
| Death* | before 2 January 1784 | William Crawford died before 2 January 1784 at Worcester Co, MD. The inventory of William Crawford was subitted by Polly Crawford Extr with Stephen Sturgis & Outten Sturgis securities. Next of kin: Elijah Merrill and Comfort Merrill.1 |
Citations
- [S2150] Ruth Dryden, Worcester Co, MD, Administrators Bonds JW12 & Inventories, 1783-1790, p. 5 (adm of William Crawford, Polly Crawford Adm).
Nathaniel Brumbley1
M, b. circa 1695
| Birth* | circa 1695 | Nathaniel Brumbley was born circa 1695 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Witnessed* | 29 March 1718 | Nathaniel witnessed a will on 29 March 1718 at Worcester Co, MD. It was on this date that Ardis Lemmen, Nathaniel Brumbill & Christopher Pardis witneseed the will of John Jones.2 |
| Marriage* | circa 1720 | He married Tabitha (-----) circa 1720.1 |
| Land bought | 13 May 1720 | Nathaniel Brumbley bought land on 13 May 1720 at tract Piney Heap, Worcester Co, MD. Benjamin Aydelotte and Sarah Aydelotte sold this 300 ac tract to Nathaniel Brownbill. Francis Heap (patent of 1687) & wife Mary sold to Charles Wharton who sold to Benjamin Aydelotte.3 |
| Land bought* | 17 November 1744 | He bought land on 17 November 1744 at tract Rotten Quarter, Mattapony Hundred, Worcester Co, MD. Henry Brumble sold this 100 ac tract to Nathaniel Brumble.4 |
| Land bought* | 1 October 1748 | He bought land on 1 October 1748 at tract Old Berry, Mattapony Hundred, Worcester Co, MD. Joseph Feddeman of Accomack County & wife Ulinda Feddeman sold 200 acres of this tract to Nathaniel Brumble of Worcester County.5 |
| Will - Witnessed | 1 February 1755 | Nathaniel witnessed a will on 1 February 1755 at Worcester Co, MD. It was on this date that John Sturgis, John Allen & Nathaniel Brumbel witnessed the will of William Pepper, wife Ann.6 |
| Land gave | 1 October 1763 | He deeded land as a gift on 1 October 1763 at tract Piney Heap, Worcester Co, MD. Nathaniel Brownbill gave this 300 ac tract to his son Ezekiel Brownbill.3 |
| Land sold* | 1 October 1763 | He sold land on 1 October 1763 at tract Rotten Quarter, Mattapony Hundred, Worcester Co, MD. Nathaniel Brumble sold this 100 ac tract to son Ezekiel Brumble.4 |
| Land sold* | 12 April 1765 | He sold land on 12 April 1765 at tract Old Berry, Mattapony Hundred, Worcester Co, MD. Nathaniel Brumble sold 100 ac of this tract to Jacob Payne and wife Tabitha Payne, his daughter.5 |
| Land gave* | 12 April 1765 | He deeded land as a gift on 12 April 1765 at tract Old Berry, Mattapony Hundred, Worcester Co, MD. Nathaniel Brumble gave 100 ac of this tract to Robert Watson and wife Mary Watson, his daughter.5 |
Citations
- [S2560] Rob Hall (C.R.V. Hall) < and e-mail address>, Ancestors of William Thomas Taylor.
- [S2166] Vernon L. Skinner Jr., Worcester County, MD, Wils Book MH3, 1666-1742, p. 15 (will of John Jones).
- [S2158] Ruth T. Dryden, Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, 1666-1810, p. 477 (tract Piney Heap).
- [S2158] Ruth T. Dryden, Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, 1666-1810, p. 531 (tract Rotten Quarter).
- [S2158] Ruth T. Dryden, Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, 1666-1810, p. 444 (tract Old Berry).
- [S2160] Sharon S. Jones, Worcester Co, MD Wills, JW-2, 1742-1758, p. 50 (will of William Pepper, wife Ann).
Tabitha (-----)1
F, b. circa 1700
| Birth* | circa 1700 | Tabitha (-----) was born circa 1700.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1720 | She married Nathaniel Brumbley circa 1720.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1720 | As of circa 1720,her married name was Brumbley. |
Citations
- [S2560] Rob Hall (C.R.V. Hall) < and e-mail address>, Ancestors of William Thomas Taylor.
- [S2158] Ruth T. Dryden, Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, 1666-1810, p. 444 (tract Old Berry).
- [S2158] Ruth T. Dryden, Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, 1666-1810, p. 477 (tract Piney Heap).
Tabitha Brumbley1
F, b. circa 1725
| Birth* | circa 1725 | Tabitha Brumbley was born circa 1725 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1750 | She married Jacob Payne, son of (father of Jacob, Moses & John) Payne, circa 1750 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1750 | As of circa 1750,her married name was Payne. |
| Land bought* | 12 April 1765 | Tabitha Brumbley bought land on 12 April 1765 at tract Old Berry, Mattapony Hundred, Worcester Co, MD. Nathaniel Brumble sold 100 ac of this tract to Jacob Payne and wife Tabitha Payne, his daughter. |
| Will - Husb's* | 7 February 1772 | Tabitha was named in her husband's will on 7 February 1772 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Jacob Pain gave to wife Tabitha plantation where Samuel Hutson now lives. To son Jacob & Jeptha. To son Moses plantation when of age. To brother Moses Pain 1/2 plantation then to my son Moses. To brother John Pain. To daughter Mary Pain. Witt: William Aydelotte, Benjamin Aydelotte, Richard Roley. Codicil - 11 Dec 1772 witnessed by David Dixon, Samuel Tarr Jr & Michael Tarr.2 |
Citations
- [S2158] Ruth T. Dryden, Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, 1666-1810, p. 444 (tract Old Berry).
- [S825] Ruth Dryden, Worcester County, MD, Will Book JW4, 1769-1783, p. 23 (Jacob Pain, wife Tabitha).
Jacob Payne1
M, b. circa 1728, d. before 13 August 1773
| Birth* | circa 1728 | Jacob Payne was born circa 1728 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1750 | He married Tabitha Brumbley, daughter of Nathaniel Brumbley and Tabitha (-----), circa 1750 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Land bought* | 12 April 1765 | Jacob Payne bought land on 12 April 1765 at tract Old Berry, Mattapony Hundred, Worcester Co, MD. Nathaniel Brumble sold 100 ac of this tract to Jacob Payne and wife Tabitha Payne, his daughter.1 |
| Will* | 7 February 1772 | Jacob made a will on 7 February 1772 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Jacob Pain gave to wife Tabitha plantation where Samuel Hutson now lives. To son Jacob & Jeptha. To son Moses plantation when of age. To brother Moses Pain 1/2 plantation then to my son Moses. To brother John Pain. To daughter Mary Pain. Witt: William Aydelotte, Benjamin Aydelotte, Richard Roley. Codicil - 11 Dec 1772 witnessed by David Dixon, Samuel Tarr Jr & Michael Tarr.2 |
| Death* | before 13 August 1773 | He died before 13 August 1773 at Worcester Co, MD. It was on this date that his will was proved.2 |
| Will - Brother's* | 19 October 1792 | Jacob was named in his brother's will on 19 October 1792 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Moses Payne gave to friend Major Jones. To nephews - Moses Payne of Jacob and Major Jones moneys for schooling for Moses Upshad Jones of Major and Moses Payne of Wrixham. To Jacob Payne of Jacob. Witt: William Kellum, John Watson & Leah Dubberly.3 |
Citations
- [S2158] Ruth T. Dryden, Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, 1666-1810, p. 444 (tract Old Berry).
- [S825] Ruth Dryden, Worcester County, MD, Will Book JW4, 1769-1783, p. 23 (Jacob Pain, wife Tabitha).
- [S2148] Ruth Dryden, Worcester Co, MD, Will Book JW, 1790-1799, p. 15 (will of Moses Payne).
Mary Brumbley1
F, b. circa 1730
| Birth* | circa 1730 | Mary Brumbley was born circa 1730 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1750 | She married Robert Watson circa 1750 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1750 | As of circa 1750,her married name was Watson. |
| Land rec'd as gift* | 12 April 1765 | Mary Brumbley received land as a gift on 12 April 1765 at tract Old Berry, Mattapony Hundred, Worcester Co, MD. Nathaniel Brumble gave 100 ac of this tract to Robert Watson and wife Mary Watson, his daughter.1 |
Citations
- [S2158] Ruth T. Dryden, Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, 1666-1810, p. 444 (tract Old Berry).
Robert Watson1
M, b. circa 1725
| Birth* | circa 1725 | Robert Watson was born circa 1725 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1750 | He married Mary Brumbley, daughter of Nathaniel Brumbley and Tabitha (-----), circa 1750 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Land rec'd as gift* | 12 April 1765 | Robert Watson received land as a gift on 12 April 1765 at tract Old Berry, Mattapony Hundred, Worcester Co, MD. Nathaniel Brumble gave 100 ac of this tract to Robert Watson and wife Mary Watson, his daughter.1 |
| Land sold* | 5 January 1780 | He sold land on 5 January 1780 at tract Old Berry, Mattapony Hundred, Worcester Co, MD. Robert Watson of Accomack County sold 100 acres of this tract to Alexander Davis.1 |
Citations
- [S2158] Ruth T. Dryden, Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, 1666-1810, p. 444 (tract Old Berry).
Ezekiel Brumbley1
M, b. circa 1732
| Birth* | circa 1732 | Ezekiel Brumbley was born circa 1732 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Land bought* | 1 October 1763 | He bought land on 1 October 1763 at tract Rotten Quarter, Mattapony Hundred, Worcester Co, MD. Nathaniel Brumble sold this 100 ac tract to son Ezekiel Brumble.2 |
| Land rec'd as gift* | 1 October 1763 | He received land as a gift on 1 October 1763 at tract Piney Heap, Worcester Co, MD. Nathaniel Brownbill gave this 300 ac tract to his son Ezekiel Brownbill.1 |
| Will* | 1772 | Ezekiel made a will in 1772 at Worcester Co, MD. Ezekiel Brumble, son of Nathaniel Brumble, willed unnamed lands to son Jabez Brumble and to son Ezekiel Brumble.1 |
Citations
- [S2158] Ruth T. Dryden, Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, 1666-1810, p. 477 (tract Piney Heap).
- [S2158] Ruth T. Dryden, Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, 1666-1810, p. 531 (tract Rotten Quarter).
Rebecca Johnson (Johnson? or Blake?)1
F, b. circa 1710
| Birth* | circa 1710 | Rebecca Johnson (Johnson? or Blake?) was born circa 1710 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
| Will - Witnessed* | 11 September 1750 | Rebecca witnessed a will on 11 September 1750 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that Isaac Smith, Thomas James, Robert James and Rebeccah (X) Johnson witnessed the will of William Smith, wife Susanna.2 |
Citations
- [S2560] Rob Hall (C.R.V. Hall) < and e-mail address>, Ancestors of William Thomas Taylor.
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 331 (will of William Smith, wife Susan).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 331 (will of Isaac Smith Sr.).
Eleazer Johnson1
M, b. circa 1732
| Birth* | circa 1732 | Eleazer Johnson was born circa 1732 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
| Will - Witnessed* | July 1750 | Eleazer witnessed a will in July 1750 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that William Scarburgh, William Dulaney & Eleazer Johnson witnessed the will of John Darby.2 |
| Will - Father's* | 4 November 1750 | Eleazer was named in his father's will on 4 November 1750 at Northampton Co, VA. In his will Isaac Smith gave Eliakim Johnson ns. Daniel and Sarah. To Eleazer Johnson n. boy Jacob and a horse colt called "Trample". To Hezekiah Johnson a fellow named Peter and a dark gray mare called "Fly". To Eleazer Johnson 100 A. being the westward part of the plantation whereon I now dwell extending easterly up Coldmans Branch to a small branch issuing out of the same near against Peter Kellum's house to include the westward part of my plantation. To Hezekiah Johnson 100 A. being the eastward part of my plantation, and for want of heirs to Eliakim Johnson. But if Eliakim, Eleazer and Hezekiah Johnson all die without heirs then the whole 200 A. to my brother Jonathan Smith. My friends Thomas Marshall son of John, and Obedience White extrs. Witt: Joachim Michael, Nathaniel Rogers, Thomas James, Hillary Green.1 |
| Land inherited* | 1751 | He inherited land in 1751 at tract N113, west of Jamesville, Northampton Co, VA. Isaac Smith bequeath this tract in two parcels. He left the western 100 acres to Eleazer Johnson, or if he had no heirs, the succession was to be to Eliakim Johnson, then to Hezekiah Johnson, and finally to a brother Jonathan Smith. The eastern half he left to Hezekiah Johnson, but if heirs failed, the succession was to be to Eliakim Johnson, Eleazer Johnson or his brother Jonathan Smith. In 1757 the whole 200 acres somehow came into the possession of a John Shepherd who died intestate, and in this year his daughter Elizabeth with her husband John Harmanson of Northampton and his daughter Margaret with her husband Edward Ker of Accomack united in a deed for the 200 acres to John Fathery.3 |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 331 (will of Isaac Smith Sr.).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 327 (will of John Darby).
- [S572] Ralph T. Whitelaw, Virginia's Eastern Shore (A History of Northampton and Accomack Counties), p. 523 (tract N113).
Hezekiah Johnson1
M, b. circa 1734
| Birth* | circa 1734 | Hezekiah Johnson was born circa 1734 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 4 November 1750 | Hezekiah was named in his father's will on 4 November 1750 at Northampton Co, VA. In his will Isaac Smith gave Eliakim Johnson ns. Daniel and Sarah. To Eleazer Johnson n. boy Jacob and a horse colt called "Trample". To Hezekiah Johnson a fellow named Peter and a dark gray mare called "Fly". To Eleazer Johnson 100 A. being the westward part of the plantation whereon I now dwell extending easterly up Coldmans Branch to a small branch issuing out of the same near against Peter Kellum's house to include the westward part of my plantation. To Hezekiah Johnson 100 A. being the eastward part of my plantation, and for want of heirs to Eliakim Johnson. But if Eliakim, Eleazer and Hezekiah Johnson all die without heirs then the whole 200 A. to my brother Jonathan Smith. My friends Thomas Marshall son of John, and Obedience White extrs. Witt: Joachim Michael, Nathaniel Rogers, Thomas James, Hillary Green.1 |
| Land inherited* | 1751 | He inherited land in 1751 at tract N113, west of Jamesville, Northampton Co, VA. Isaac Smith bequeath this tract in two parcels. He left the western 100 acres to Eleazer Johnson, or if he had no heirs, the succession was to be to Eliakim Johnson, then to Hezekiah Johnson, and finally to a brother Jonathan Smith. The eastern half he left to Hezekiah Johnson, but if heirs failed, the succession was to be to Eliakim Johnson, Eleazer Johnson or his brother Jonathan Smith. In 1757 the whole 200 acres somehow came into the possession of a John Shepherd who died intestate, and in this year his daughter Elizabeth with her husband John Harmanson of Northampton and his daughter Margaret with her husband Edward Ker of Accomack united in a deed for the 200 acres to John Fathery.2 |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 331 (will of Isaac Smith Sr.).
- [S572] Ralph T. Whitelaw, Virginia's Eastern Shore (A History of Northampton and Accomack Counties), p. 523 (tract N113).
Nehemiah Holland II1
M, b. circa 1705, d. before 4 January 1760
| Birth* | circa 1705 | Nehemiah Holland II was born circa 1705 at Worcester Co, VA.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 11 December 1720 | Nehemiah was named in his father's will on 11 December 1720 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Nehemiah Holland gave his eldest son Richard (under 18) tract Dubling. To 2nd son Nehemiah, plantation Purnell's Adventure. To 4th son Israel. To youngest son John. To sons Israel, Benjamin, William, John, Nehemiah and Richard. To daughters Mary (under 16) & Elizabeth (under 16). To wife (unnamed) Extr. To 9 children (unnamed). Mentions brother John Holland, brother William Holland and brother William Aydelott. Witt: Mary Aydelott, John Purnell, William Aydelott and Margaret Aydelott.2 |
| Will - Step Father* | 16 March 1726 | His was named in the will of his step-father on 16 March 1726 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will James Hall gave to father (unnamed) and mother (unnamed). To brothers Phenix & Thomas. To brother William, Extr. To Nehemiah Holland, Benjamin Holland, Leah Holland, Israel Holland, Mary Holland & Elizabeth Holland. To wives of brothers Phenix & William. Witt: John Purnell, Abraham Outten & Benjamin Holland.3 |
| Marriage* | circa 1730 | He married Ann Willett, daughter of Ambrose Willett and Ruth Aydelotte (Aydelotte?), circa 1730 at Worcester Co, VA.4 |
| Will* | 2 February 1758 | Nehemiah made a will on 2 February 1758 at Worcester Co, VA. In his will Nehemiah Holland gave daughters Sarah Tarr, Tabetha Price, Bridget Johnson, Betty Moore and to sons Nehemiah Holland, Thomas Holland and William and Benjamin Holland personalty. To wife Ann and son Benjamin remainder of estate. Extrs: Ann an Benjamin Holland. Witt: William Aydelott, John Selby and Ephraim Waggoner. Administrators: William Aydelott and Hugh Mills.1 |
| Death* | before 4 January 1760 | He died before 4 January 1760 at Worcester Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was proved.1 |
Citations
- [S2002] Sharon S. Jones, Worcester Co, MD Wills, 1759-1769, p. 5 (will of Nehemiah Holland, wife Ann).
- [S2166] Vernon L. Skinner Jr., Worcester County, MD, Wils Book MH3, 1666-1742, p. 20 (will of Nehemiah Holland).
- [S2166] Vernon L. Skinner Jr., Worcester County, MD, Wils Book MH3, 1666-1742, p. 26 (will of James Hall, brother Phenix).
- [S2560] Rob Hall (C.R.V. Hall) < and e-mail address>, Ancestors of William Thomas Taylor.
Ann Willett1
F, b. circa 1712
| Birth* | circa 1712 | Ann Willett was born circa 1712 at Worcester Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1730 | She married Nehemiah Holland II, son of Nehemiah Holland I and Elizabeth Aydelotte, circa 1730 at Worcester Co, VA.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1730 | As of circa 1730,her married name was Holland. |
| Will - Father's* | 1 February 1758 | Ann was named in her father's will on 1 February 1758 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Ambrose Willet gave to son Thomas Willett all that tract of land including the plantation he now lives on called Parramore's Double Purchase containing 100 acres on the seaboard side and also what household goods and other things he hath now in his possession. To son William Willett the plantation he now lives on with part of my land I now live on beginning at a Red Oak Saplin where formerly stood a marked Hickory and then down the branch to a Stoopin White Oak and thence south until it intersects with Tobais Peppers line containing 100 acres and one shilling sterling. To my son John Willett my plantation I now live on with my land not yet mentioned and 2 young steers and 1 feather bed and some funiture, etc. To my daughter Elizabeth Nicholson one shilling sterling. To daughter Ann Holland one shilling sterling. To daughter Joyce Bradshaw one young bull and one small iron pot. To daughters Ruth and Mary the remainder of my personal estate and they to have the liberty to live on the plantation and in the house where I now live durying their single lives. Son Thomas Willet sole Extr. Witt: Eliam Johnson, William Pruitt & Moses Mills.2 |
| Will - Husb's* | 2 February 1758 | Ann was named in her husband's will on 2 February 1758 at Worcester Co, VA. In his will Nehemiah Holland gave daughters Sarah Tarr, Tabetha Price, Bridget Johnson, Betty Moore and to sons Nehemiah Holland, Thomas Holland and William and Benjamin Holland personalty. To wife Ann and son Benjamin remainder of estate. Extrs: Ann an Benjamin Holland. Witt: William Aydelott, John Selby and Ephraim Waggoner. Administrators: William Aydelott and Hugh Mills.3 |
Citations
- [S2560] Rob Hall (C.R.V. Hall) < and e-mail address>, Ancestors of William Thomas Taylor.
- [S2653] Albert James Willett Jr., The Willett Families of North America, Volume II, p. 629 (will of Ambrose Willett).
- [S2002] Sharon S. Jones, Worcester Co, MD Wills, 1759-1769, p. 5 (will of Nehemiah Holland, wife Ann).
Tabitha Holland1
F, b. circa 1733
| Birth* | circa 1733 | Tabitha Holland was born circa 1733 at Worcester Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1750 | She married (-----) Price circa 1750.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1750 | As of circa 1750,her married name was Price. |
| Will - Father's* | 2 February 1758 | Tabitha was named in her father's will on 2 February 1758 at Worcester Co, VA. In his will Nehemiah Holland gave daughters Sarah Tarr, Tabetha Price, Bridget Johnson, Betty Moore and to sons Nehemiah Holland, Thomas Holland and William and Benjamin Holland personalty. To wife Ann and son Benjamin remainder of estate. Extrs: Ann an Benjamin Holland. Witt: William Aydelott, John Selby and Ephraim Waggoner. Administrators: William Aydelott and Hugh Mills.1 |
Citations
- [S2002] Sharon S. Jones, Worcester Co, MD Wills, 1759-1769, p. 5 (will of Nehemiah Holland, wife Ann).
(-----) Price1
M, b. circa 1730
Citations
- [S2002] Sharon S. Jones, Worcester Co, MD Wills, 1759-1769, p. 5 (will of Nehemiah Holland, wife Ann).
Sarah Holland1
F, b. circa 1731
| Birth* | circa 1731 | Sarah Holland was born circa 1731 at Worcester Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1750 | She married (-----) Tarr circa 1750.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1750 | As of circa 1750,her married name was Tarr. |
| Will - Father's* | 2 February 1758 | Sarah was named in her father's will on 2 February 1758 at Worcester Co, VA. In his will Nehemiah Holland gave daughters Sarah Tarr, Tabetha Price, Bridget Johnson, Betty Moore and to sons Nehemiah Holland, Thomas Holland and William and Benjamin Holland personalty. To wife Ann and son Benjamin remainder of estate. Extrs: Ann an Benjamin Holland. Witt: William Aydelott, John Selby and Ephraim Waggoner. Administrators: William Aydelott and Hugh Mills.1 |
Citations
- [S2002] Sharon S. Jones, Worcester Co, MD Wills, 1759-1769, p. 5 (will of Nehemiah Holland, wife Ann).
(-----) Tarr1
M, b. circa 1730
Citations
- [S2002] Sharon S. Jones, Worcester Co, MD Wills, 1759-1769, p. 5 (will of Nehemiah Holland, wife Ann).
Betty Holland1
F, b. circa 1737
| Birth* | circa 1737 | Betty Holland was born circa 1737 at Worcester Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1756 | She married (-----) Moore circa 1756 at Worcester Co, VA.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1756 | As of circa 1756,her married name was Moore. |
| Will - Father's* | 2 February 1758 | Betty was named in her father's will on 2 February 1758 at Worcester Co, VA. In his will Nehemiah Holland gave daughters Sarah Tarr, Tabetha Price, Bridget Johnson, Betty Moore and to sons Nehemiah Holland, Thomas Holland and William and Benjamin Holland personalty. To wife Ann and son Benjamin remainder of estate. Extrs: Ann an Benjamin Holland. Witt: William Aydelott, John Selby and Ephraim Waggoner. Administrators: William Aydelott and Hugh Mills.1 |
Citations
- [S2002] Sharon S. Jones, Worcester Co, MD Wills, 1759-1769, p. 5 (will of Nehemiah Holland, wife Ann).
(-----) Moore1
M, b. circa 1730
Citations
- [S2002] Sharon S. Jones, Worcester Co, MD Wills, 1759-1769, p. 5 (will of Nehemiah Holland, wife Ann).
Thomas Holland1
M, b. circa 1742
| Birth* | circa 1742 | Thomas Holland was born circa 1742 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 2 February 1758 | Thomas was named in his father's will on 2 February 1758 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Nehemiah Holland gave daughters Sarah Tarr, Tabetha Price, Bridget Johnson, Betty Moore and to sons Nehemiah Holland, Thomas Holland and William and Benjamin Holland personalty. To wife Ann and son Benjamin remainder of estate. Extrs: Ann an Benjamin Holland. Witt: William Aydelott, John Selby and Ephraim Waggoner. Administrators: William Aydelott and Hugh Mills.1 |
Citations
- [S2002] Sharon S. Jones, Worcester Co, MD Wills, 1759-1769, p. 5 (will of Nehemiah Holland, wife Ann).
William (of Nehemiah) Holland1
M, b. circa 1744
| Birth* | circa 1744 | William (of Nehemiah) Holland was born circa 1744 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 2 February 1758 | William was named in his father's will on 2 February 1758 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Nehemiah Holland gave daughters Sarah Tarr, Tabetha Price, Bridget Johnson, Betty Moore and to sons Nehemiah Holland, Thomas Holland and William and Benjamin Holland personalty. To wife Ann and son Benjamin remainder of estate. Extrs: Ann an Benjamin Holland. Witt: William Aydelott, John Selby and Ephraim Waggoner. Administrators: William Aydelott and Hugh Mills.1 |
Citations
- [S2002] Sharon S. Jones, Worcester Co, MD Wills, 1759-1769, p. 5 (will of Nehemiah Holland, wife Ann).
Benjamin Holland1
M, b. circa 1746
| Birth* | circa 1746 | Benjamin Holland was born circa 1746 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 2 February 1758 | Benjamin was named in his father's will on 2 February 1758 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Nehemiah Holland gave daughters Sarah Tarr, Tabetha Price, Bridget Johnson, Betty Moore and to sons Nehemiah Holland, Thomas Holland and William and Benjamin Holland personalty. To wife Ann and son Benjamin remainder of estate. Extrs: Ann an Benjamin Holland. Witt: William Aydelott, John Selby and Ephraim Waggoner. Administrators: William Aydelott and Hugh Mills.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1770 | He married Molly (-----) circa 1770.2 |
| Will - Uncle's* | 13 February 1779 | Benjamin was named in his uncle's will on 13 February 1779 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Thomas Willett gave to Elizabeth Holland, daughter of Benjamin Holland and his wife Molly. To Benjamin Holland all the money due me from Phillip Quinton and the part of the tract of land that I have not sold that I possess of Parramores Double Purchase. To William Cowley, son of Samuel Cowley and Elizabeth his wife, the tract of land called Willets Out Lett and the enlarging and the rest of my goods and personal estate. And if William Cowley dies without heirs, then to William Slocomb, son of Robert Slocom and his wife Ruth. William Cowley and Robert Slocom my sole Extrs. Witt: Levin Newton, Levin Hill and Joshua Sturgis.2 |
Citations
- [S2002] Sharon S. Jones, Worcester Co, MD Wills, 1759-1769, p. 5 (will of Nehemiah Holland, wife Ann).
- [S2653] Albert James Willett Jr., The Willett Families of North America, Volume II, p. 632 (will of Thomas Willett).
Richard Holland1
M, b. circa 1655, d. before 16 June 1696
| Birth* | circa 1655 | Richard Holland was born circa 1655.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1680 | He married Sarah (-----) circa 1680 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1695 | Richard Holland married Frances (-----) circa 1695.2 |
| Will* | 5 June 1695 | Richard made a will on 5 June 1695 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Richard Holland gave his eldest son Nehemiah (under 18) plantation called Purnell's Adventure. To 4th son Israel (under 18) tract Purnell's Adventure. To 2nd son Richard (under 18) tract Batchelor's Adventure. To son William (under 18) tract Batchelor's Adventure. To youngest son John (under 18) tract Durham Down. To daughters Elishee (under 16), Elizabeth (under 16) and Sarah (under 16). To wife Frances. Mentions John Purnell and Bowman Littleton. Witt: Roger O'Dewe, Sarah Chapman and Rebecca O'Dewe.2 |
| Death* | before 16 June 1696 | He died before 16 June 1696 at Worcester Co, MD. It was on this date that his will was proved.2 |
Citations
- [S970] F. Edward Wright, Maryland Eastern Shore Vital Records, 1648-1725, 2nd Edition, p. 122 (Somerset Land Records).
- [S2065] Vernon L. Skinner Jr., Other Wills in the Prerogative Court for Someret & Worcester Counties, MD 1664-1775, p. 7 (will of Richard Holland, wife Frances).
- [S970] F. Edward Wright, Maryland Eastern Shore Vital Records, 1648-1725, 2nd Edition, p. 123 (Somerset Land Records).
Sarah (-----)1
F, b. circa 1660
| Birth* | circa 1660 | Sarah (-----) was born circa 1660.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1680 | She married Richard Holland circa 1680 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1680 | As of circa 1680,her married name was Holland. |
Citations
- [S970] F. Edward Wright, Maryland Eastern Shore Vital Records, 1648-1725, 2nd Edition, p. 122 (Somerset Land Records).
- [S2065] Vernon L. Skinner Jr., Other Wills in the Prerogative Court for Someret & Worcester Counties, MD 1664-1775, p. 7 (will of Richard Holland, wife Frances).
- [S970] F. Edward Wright, Maryland Eastern Shore Vital Records, 1648-1725, 2nd Edition, p. 123 (Somerset Land Records).
Richard Holland1
M, b. 27 June 1684
| Birth* | 27 June 1684 | Richard Holland was born on 27 June 1684 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 5 June 1695 | Richard was named in his father's will on 5 June 1695 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Richard Holland gave his eldest son Nehemiah (under 18) plantation called Purnell's Adventure. To 4th son Israel (under 18) tract Purnell's Adventure. To 2nd son Richard (under 18) tract Batchelor's Adventure. To son William (under 18) tract Batchelor's Adventure. To youngest son John (under 18) tract Durham Down. To daughters Elishee (under 16), Elizabeth (under 16) and Sarah (under 16). To wife Frances. Mentions John Purnell and Bowman Littleton. Witt: Roger O'Dewe, Sarah Chapman and Rebecca O'Dewe.2 |
Citations
- [S970] F. Edward Wright, Maryland Eastern Shore Vital Records, 1648-1725, 2nd Edition, p. 123 (Somerset Land Records).
- [S2065] Vernon L. Skinner Jr., Other Wills in the Prerogative Court for Someret & Worcester Counties, MD 1664-1775, p. 7 (will of Richard Holland, wife Frances).
Sarah Holland1
F, b. 18 November 1686
| Birth* | 18 November 1686 | Sarah Holland was born on 18 November 1686 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 5 June 1695 | Sarah was named in her father's will on 5 June 1695 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Richard Holland gave his eldest son Nehemiah (under 18) plantation called Purnell's Adventure. To 4th son Israel (under 18) tract Purnell's Adventure. To 2nd son Richard (under 18) tract Batchelor's Adventure. To son William (under 18) tract Batchelor's Adventure. To youngest son John (under 18) tract Durham Down. To daughters Elishee (under 16), Elizabeth (under 16) and Sarah (under 16). To wife Frances. Mentions John Purnell and Bowman Littleton. Witt: Roger O'Dewe, Sarah Chapman and Rebecca O'Dewe.2 |
Citations
- [S970] F. Edward Wright, Maryland Eastern Shore Vital Records, 1648-1725, 2nd Edition, p. 123 (Somerset Land Records).
- [S2065] Vernon L. Skinner Jr., Other Wills in the Prerogative Court for Someret & Worcester Counties, MD 1664-1775, p. 7 (will of Richard Holland, wife Frances).
William (of Richard) Holland1
M, b. 16 April 1690
| Birth* | 16 April 1690 | William (of Richard) Holland was born on 16 April 1690 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 5 June 1695 | William was named in his father's will on 5 June 1695 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Richard Holland gave his eldest son Nehemiah (under 18) plantation called Purnell's Adventure. To 4th son Israel (under 18) tract Purnell's Adventure. To 2nd son Richard (under 18) tract Batchelor's Adventure. To son William (under 18) tract Batchelor's Adventure. To youngest son John (under 18) tract Durham Down. To daughters Elishee (under 16), Elizabeth (under 16) and Sarah (under 16). To wife Frances. Mentions John Purnell and Bowman Littleton. Witt: Roger O'Dewe, Sarah Chapman and Rebecca O'Dewe.2 |
| Will - Brother's* | 11 December 1720 | William was named in his brother's will on 11 December 1720 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Nehemiah Holland gave his eldest son Richard (under 18) tract Dubling. To 2nd son Nehemiah, plantation Purnell's Adventure. To 4th son Israel. To youngest son John. To sons Israel, Benjamin, William, John, Nehemiah and Richard. To daughters Mary (under 16) & Elizabeth (under 16). To wife (unnamed) Extr. To 9 children (unnamed). Mentions brother John Holland, brother William Holland and brother William Aydelott. Witt: Mary Aydelott, John Purnell, William Aydelott and Margaret Aydelott.3 |
Citations
- [S970] F. Edward Wright, Maryland Eastern Shore Vital Records, 1648-1725, 2nd Edition, p. 123 (Somerset Land Records).
- [S2065] Vernon L. Skinner Jr., Other Wills in the Prerogative Court for Someret & Worcester Counties, MD 1664-1775, p. 7 (will of Richard Holland, wife Frances).
- [S2166] Vernon L. Skinner Jr., Worcester County, MD, Wils Book MH3, 1666-1742, p. 20 (will of Nehemiah Holland).
Israel Holland1
M, b. 8 November 1692
| Birth* | 8 November 1692 | Israel Holland was born on 8 November 1692 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 5 June 1695 | Israel was named in his father's will on 5 June 1695 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Richard Holland gave his eldest son Nehemiah (under 18) plantation called Purnell's Adventure. To 4th son Israel (under 18) tract Purnell's Adventure. To 2nd son Richard (under 18) tract Batchelor's Adventure. To son William (under 18) tract Batchelor's Adventure. To youngest son John (under 18) tract Durham Down. To daughters Elishee (under 16), Elizabeth (under 16) and Sarah (under 16). To wife Frances. Mentions John Purnell and Bowman Littleton. Witt: Roger O'Dewe, Sarah Chapman and Rebecca O'Dewe.2 |
Citations
- [S970] F. Edward Wright, Maryland Eastern Shore Vital Records, 1648-1725, 2nd Edition, p. 123 (Somerset Land Records).
- [S2065] Vernon L. Skinner Jr., Other Wills in the Prerogative Court for Someret & Worcester Counties, MD 1664-1775, p. 7 (will of Richard Holland, wife Frances).
John Holland1
M, b. circa 1694
| Birth* | circa 1694 | John Holland was born circa 1694 at Worcester Co, MD.2 |
| Will - Father's* | 5 June 1695 | John was named in his father's will on 5 June 1695 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Richard Holland gave his eldest son Nehemiah (under 18) plantation called Purnell's Adventure. To 4th son Israel (under 18) tract Purnell's Adventure. To 2nd son Richard (under 18) tract Batchelor's Adventure. To son William (under 18) tract Batchelor's Adventure. To youngest son John (under 18) tract Durham Down. To daughters Elishee (under 16), Elizabeth (under 16) and Sarah (under 16). To wife Frances. Mentions John Purnell and Bowman Littleton. Witt: Roger O'Dewe, Sarah Chapman and Rebecca O'Dewe.3 |
| Will - Brother's* | 11 December 1720 | John was named in his brother's will on 11 December 1720 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Nehemiah Holland gave his eldest son Richard (under 18) tract Dubling. To 2nd son Nehemiah, plantation Purnell's Adventure. To 4th son Israel. To youngest son John. To sons Israel, Benjamin, William, John, Nehemiah and Richard. To daughters Mary (under 16) & Elizabeth (under 16). To wife (unnamed) Extr. To 9 children (unnamed). Mentions brother John Holland, brother William Holland and brother William Aydelott. Witt: Mary Aydelott, John Purnell, William Aydelott and Margaret Aydelott.2 |
Citations
- [S970] F. Edward Wright, Maryland Eastern Shore Vital Records, 1648-1725, 2nd Edition, p. 123 (Somerset Land Records).
- [S2166] Vernon L. Skinner Jr., Worcester County, MD, Wils Book MH3, 1666-1742, p. 20 (will of Nehemiah Holland).
- [S2065] Vernon L. Skinner Jr., Other Wills in the Prerogative Court for Someret & Worcester Counties, MD 1664-1775, p. 7 (will of Richard Holland, wife Frances).
Isreal Holland1
M, b. circa 1709
| Birth* | circa 1709 | Isreal Holland was born circa 1709 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 11 December 1720 | Isreal was named in his father's will on 11 December 1720 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Nehemiah Holland gave his eldest son Richard (under 18) tract Dubling. To 2nd son Nehemiah, plantation Purnell's Adventure. To 4th son Israel. To youngest son John. To sons Israel, Benjamin, William, John, Nehemiah and Richard. To daughters Mary (under 16) & Elizabeth (under 16). To wife (unnamed) Extr. To 9 children (unnamed). Mentions brother John Holland, brother William Holland and brother William Aydelott. Witt: Mary Aydelott, John Purnell, William Aydelott and Margaret Aydelott.1 |
| Will - Step Father* | 16 March 1726 | His was named in the will of his step-father on 16 March 1726 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will James Hall gave to father (unnamed) and mother (unnamed). To brothers Phenix & Thomas. To brother William, Extr. To Nehemiah Holland, Benjamin Holland, Leah Holland, Israel Holland, Mary Holland & Elizabeth Holland. To wives of brothers Phenix & William. Witt: John Purnell, Abraham Outten & Benjamin Holland.2 |
Citations
- [S2166] Vernon L. Skinner Jr., Worcester County, MD, Wils Book MH3, 1666-1742, p. 20 (will of Nehemiah Holland).
- [S2166] Vernon L. Skinner Jr., Worcester County, MD, Wils Book MH3, 1666-1742, p. 26 (will of James Hall, brother Phenix).
Benjamin Holland1
M, b. circa 1707, d. before 20 March 1739
| Birth* | circa 1707 | Benjamin Holland was born circa 1707 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 11 December 1720 | Benjamin was named in his father's will on 11 December 1720 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Nehemiah Holland gave his eldest son Richard (under 18) tract Dubling. To 2nd son Nehemiah, plantation Purnell's Adventure. To 4th son Israel. To youngest son John. To sons Israel, Benjamin, William, John, Nehemiah and Richard. To daughters Mary (under 16) & Elizabeth (under 16). To wife (unnamed) Extr. To 9 children (unnamed). Mentions brother John Holland, brother William Holland and brother William Aydelott. Witt: Mary Aydelott, John Purnell, William Aydelott and Margaret Aydelott.1 |
| Will - Step Father* | 16 March 1726 | His was named in the will of his step-father on 16 March 1726 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will James Hall gave to father (unnamed) and mother (unnamed). To brothers Phenix & Thomas. To brother William, Extr. To Nehemiah Holland, Benjamin Holland, Leah Holland, Israel Holland, Mary Holland & Elizabeth Holland. To wives of brothers Phenix & William. Witt: John Purnell, Abraham Outten & Benjamin Holland.2 |
| Death* | before 20 March 1739 | He died before 20 March 1739 at Worcester Co, MD. It was on this date that his will was proved.3 |
Citations
- [S2166] Vernon L. Skinner Jr., Worcester County, MD, Wils Book MH3, 1666-1742, p. 20 (will of Nehemiah Holland).
- [S2166] Vernon L. Skinner Jr., Worcester County, MD, Wils Book MH3, 1666-1742, p. 26 (will of James Hall, brother Phenix).
- [S2166] Vernon L. Skinner Jr., Worcester County, MD, Wils Book MH3, 1666-1742, p. 38 (will of Benjamin Holland, wife unnamed).
William (of Nehemiah) Holland1
M, b. circa 1711
| Birth* | circa 1711 | William (of Nehemiah) Holland was born circa 1711 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 11 December 1720 | William was named in his father's will on 11 December 1720 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Nehemiah Holland gave his eldest son Richard (under 18) tract Dubling. To 2nd son Nehemiah, plantation Purnell's Adventure. To 4th son Israel. To youngest son John. To sons Israel, Benjamin, William, John, Nehemiah and Richard. To daughters Mary (under 16) & Elizabeth (under 16). To wife (unnamed) Extr. To 9 children (unnamed). Mentions brother John Holland, brother William Holland and brother William Aydelott. Witt: Mary Aydelott, John Purnell, William Aydelott and Margaret Aydelott.1 |
Citations
- [S2166] Vernon L. Skinner Jr., Worcester County, MD, Wils Book MH3, 1666-1742, p. 20 (will of Nehemiah Holland).
John Holland1
M, b. circa 1713
| Birth* | circa 1713 | John Holland was born circa 1713 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 11 December 1720 | John was named in his father's will on 11 December 1720 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Nehemiah Holland gave his eldest son Richard (under 18) tract Dubling. To 2nd son Nehemiah, plantation Purnell's Adventure. To 4th son Israel. To youngest son John. To sons Israel, Benjamin, William, John, Nehemiah and Richard. To daughters Mary (under 16) & Elizabeth (under 16). To wife (unnamed) Extr. To 9 children (unnamed). Mentions brother John Holland, brother William Holland and brother William Aydelott. Witt: Mary Aydelott, John Purnell, William Aydelott and Margaret Aydelott.1 |
Citations
- [S2166] Vernon L. Skinner Jr., Worcester County, MD, Wils Book MH3, 1666-1742, p. 20 (will of Nehemiah Holland).
Mary Holland1
F, b. circa 1715
| Birth* | circa 1715 | Mary Holland was born circa 1715 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 11 December 1720 | Mary was named in her father's will on 11 December 1720 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Nehemiah Holland gave his eldest son Richard (under 18) tract Dubling. To 2nd son Nehemiah, plantation Purnell's Adventure. To 4th son Israel. To youngest son John. To sons Israel, Benjamin, William, John, Nehemiah and Richard. To daughters Mary (under 16) & Elizabeth (under 16). To wife (unnamed) Extr. To 9 children (unnamed). Mentions brother John Holland, brother William Holland and brother William Aydelott. Witt: Mary Aydelott, John Purnell, William Aydelott and Margaret Aydelott.1 |
| Will - Step-father* | 16 March 1726 | Mary was named in her step-father's will on 16 March 1726 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will James Hall gave to father (unnamed) and mother (unnamed). To brothers Phenix & Thomas. To brother William, Extr. To Nehemiah Holland, Benjamin Holland, Leah Holland, Israel Holland, Mary Holland & Elizabeth Holland. To wives of brothers Phenix & William. Witt: John Purnell, Abraham Outten & Benjamin Holland.2 |
Citations
- [S2166] Vernon L. Skinner Jr., Worcester County, MD, Wils Book MH3, 1666-1742, p. 20 (will of Nehemiah Holland).
- [S2166] Vernon L. Skinner Jr., Worcester County, MD, Wils Book MH3, 1666-1742, p. 26 (will of James Hall, brother Phenix).
Elizabeth Holland1
F, b. circa 1717, d. December 1784
| Birth* | circa 1717 | Elizabeth Holland was born circa 1717 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 11 December 1720 | Elizabeth was named in her father's will on 11 December 1720 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Nehemiah Holland gave his eldest son Richard (under 18) tract Dubling. To 2nd son Nehemiah, plantation Purnell's Adventure. To 4th son Israel. To youngest son John. To sons Israel, Benjamin, William, John, Nehemiah and Richard. To daughters Mary (under 16) & Elizabeth (under 16). To wife (unnamed) Extr. To 9 children (unnamed). Mentions brother John Holland, brother William Holland and brother William Aydelott. Witt: Mary Aydelott, John Purnell, William Aydelott and Margaret Aydelott.1 |
| Will - Step-father* | 16 March 1726 | Elizabeth was named in her step-father's will on 16 March 1726 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will James Hall gave to father (unnamed) and mother (unnamed). To brothers Phenix & Thomas. To brother William, Extr. To Nehemiah Holland, Benjamin Holland, Leah Holland, Israel Holland, Mary Holland & Elizabeth Holland. To wives of brothers Phenix & William. Witt: John Purnell, Abraham Outten & Benjamin Holland.2 |
| Marriage | circa 1735 | She married Joseph (of Wm I) Merrill, son of William Merrill I and Elizabeth (-----), circa 1735 at Worcester Co, MD.3 |
| Married Name | circa 1735 | As of circa 1735,her married name was Merrill. |
| Death* | December 1784 | Elizabeth Holland died in December 1784 at Worcester Co, MD.3 |
Citations
- [S2166] Vernon L. Skinner Jr., Worcester County, MD, Wils Book MH3, 1666-1742, p. 20 (will of Nehemiah Holland).
- [S2166] Vernon L. Skinner Jr., Worcester County, MD, Wils Book MH3, 1666-1742, p. 26 (will of James Hall, brother Phenix).
- [S2166] Vernon L. Skinner Jr., Worcester County, MD, Wils Book MH3, 1666-1742, p. 9 (will of William Merrill, wife Elizabeth).
Elizabeth Holland1
F, b. circa 1683
| Birth* | circa 1683 | Elizabeth Holland was born circa 1683 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 5 June 1695 | Elizabeth was named in her father's will on 5 June 1695 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Richard Holland gave his eldest son Nehemiah (under 18) plantation called Purnell's Adventure. To 4th son Israel (under 18) tract Purnell's Adventure. To 2nd son Richard (under 18) tract Batchelor's Adventure. To son William (under 18) tract Batchelor's Adventure. To youngest son John (under 18) tract Durham Down. To daughters Elishee (under 16), Elizabeth (under 16) and Sarah (under 16). To wife Frances. Mentions John Purnell and Bowman Littleton. Witt: Roger O'Dewe, Sarah Chapman and Rebecca O'Dewe.1 |
Citations
- [S2065] Vernon L. Skinner Jr., Other Wills in the Prerogative Court for Someret & Worcester Counties, MD 1664-1775, p. 7 (will of Richard Holland, wife Frances).
Elishee Holland1
F, b. circa 1680
| Birth* | circa 1680 | Elishee Holland was born circa 1680 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 5 June 1695 | Elishee was named in her father's will on 5 June 1695 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Richard Holland gave his eldest son Nehemiah (under 18) plantation called Purnell's Adventure. To 4th son Israel (under 18) tract Purnell's Adventure. To 2nd son Richard (under 18) tract Batchelor's Adventure. To son William (under 18) tract Batchelor's Adventure. To youngest son John (under 18) tract Durham Down. To daughters Elishee (under 16), Elizabeth (under 16) and Sarah (under 16). To wife Frances. Mentions John Purnell and Bowman Littleton. Witt: Roger O'Dewe, Sarah Chapman and Rebecca O'Dewe.1 |
Citations
- [S2065] Vernon L. Skinner Jr., Other Wills in the Prerogative Court for Someret & Worcester Counties, MD 1664-1775, p. 7 (will of Richard Holland, wife Frances).
Frances (-----)1
F, b. circa 1670
| Birth* | circa 1670 | Frances (-----) was born circa 1670 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1695 | She married Richard Holland circa 1695.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1695 | As of circa 1695,her married name was Holland. |
| Will - Husb's* | 5 June 1695 | Frances was named in her husband's will on 5 June 1695 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Richard Holland gave his eldest son Nehemiah (under 18) plantation called Purnell's Adventure. To 4th son Israel (under 18) tract Purnell's Adventure. To 2nd son Richard (under 18) tract Batchelor's Adventure. To son William (under 18) tract Batchelor's Adventure. To youngest son John (under 18) tract Durham Down. To daughters Elishee (under 16), Elizabeth (under 16) and Sarah (under 16). To wife Frances. Mentions John Purnell and Bowman Littleton. Witt: Roger O'Dewe, Sarah Chapman and Rebecca O'Dewe.1 |
Citations
- [S2065] Vernon L. Skinner Jr., Other Wills in the Prerogative Court for Someret & Worcester Counties, MD 1664-1775, p. 7 (will of Richard Holland, wife Frances).
Ruth Aydelotte (Aydelotte?)1
F, b. circa 1690
| Birth* | circa 1690 | Ruth Aydelotte (Aydelotte?) was born circa 1690 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1708 | She married Ambrose Willett, son of William Willett and Ann (-----), circa 1708.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1708 | As of circa 1708,her married name was Willett. |
Citations
- [S2560] Rob Hall (C.R.V. Hall) < and e-mail address>, Ancestors of William Thomas Taylor.
- [S2653] Albert James Willett Jr., The Willett Families of North America, Volume II, p. 629 (will of Ambrose Willett).
Stephen Taylor1
M, b. circa 1787, d. before 11 November 1824
| Birth* | circa 1787 | Stephen Taylor was born circa 1787 at Worcester Co, MD.1,3 |
| Marriage* | 17 November 1814 | He married Susanna Aydelotte, daughter of James (of Wm II) Aydelotte and Hannah Dryden, on 17 November 1814 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown as Stephen Taylor and Susan Aydelott.4 |
| Death* | before 11 November 1824 | Stephen Taylor died before 11 November 1824 at Worcester Co, MD. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Stephen Taylor was granted to Susan Taylor.2 |
Citations
- [S2559] Robert F. Jones, to Moody K. Miles.
- [S297] Leslie Powell Dryden, Dryden Family and Descendants Book I, p. 134.
- [S2827] Rob Hall (C.R.V. Hall) < and e-mail address>, Descendants of Benjamin Aydelotte I.
- [S594] Jody Powell, Worcester Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1795-1865.
Susanna Aydelotte1
F, b. circa 1792, d. after 1860
| Birth* | circa 1792 | Susanna Aydelotte was born circa 1792 at Worcester Co, MD.3 |
| Guardian - named* | June 1797 | Susanna had a guardian named in June 1797 at Worcester Co, MD. Hannah Aydelott with Noble Dryden & Stephen Dryden securities, was appointed guardian of the orphans of James Aydelott, Susanna Aydelott, aged about 6 year old and John Aydelott, aged about 9 years old.2 |
| Land conveyed* | 24 November 1813 | She conveyed land on 24 November 1813 at tracts Batchelors Adventure, Durham Down & Little, Worcester Co, MD. Susan Aydelotte conveyed her rights in these tracts to her brother John Aydelotte.3 |
| Marriage* | 17 November 1814 | She married Stephen Taylor, son of John Gibbs Taylor Jr. and (-----) (-----), on 17 November 1814 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown as Stephen Taylor and Susan Aydelott.4 |
| Married Name | 17 November 1814 | As of 17 November 1814,her married name was Taylor. |
| Administrator* | 11 November 1824 | Susanna was named as administrator of an estate on 11 November 1824 at Sussex Co, DE. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Stephen Taylor was granted to Susan Taylor.3 |
| Will - Mother's | 30 March 1826 | Susanna was named in her mother's will on 30 March 1826 at Worcester Co, MD. In her will Hannah Taylor left her property to her daughter Susanna Taylor.2 |
| Census w/son* | 1850 | Susanna was listed with her son in the census of 1850 at Costons District, Worcester Co, MD. She was shown as Susan Taylor, age 58 in HH#1612 headed by John Taylor.3 |
| Census w/son-in-law* | 1860 | Susanna was listed with her son-in-law in the census of 1860 at Worcester Co, MD. She was shown as Susan Taylor, age 68 in HH#2961 headed by William H. Payne.3 |
| Death* | after 1860 | She died after 1860 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
Citations
- [S2559] Robert F. Jones, to Moody K. Miles.
- [S297] Leslie Powell Dryden, Dryden Family and Descendants Book I, p. 81.
- [S297] Leslie Powell Dryden, Dryden Family and Descendants Book I, p. 134.
- [S594] Jody Powell, Worcester Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1795-1865.
John T. Taylor1,2
M, b. 24 June 1818, d. 22 January 1907
| Birth* | 24 June 1818 | John T. Taylor was born on 24 June 1818 at Worcester Co, MD.1,2 |
| Marriage* | 8 December 1842 | He married Mary Savage, daughter of John (of Griffin IV) Savage and Elizabeth 'Betsy' Bundick, on 8 December 1842 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown as John Taylor and Mary Savage.3 |
| Marriage* | 28 June 1854 | John T. Taylor married Sarah Elizabeth Jones, daughter of Eliakem Jones and Nancy Crippen, on 28 June 1854 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown as John Taylor and Sally Jones.4 |
| Death* | 22 January 1907 | John T. Taylor died on 22 January 1907 at Worcester Co, MD, at age 88.1,2 |
Citations
- [S2559] Robert F. Jones, to Moody K. Miles.
- [S2561] Rob Hall (C.R.V. Hall) < and e-mail address>, Ancestors of Hannah A. Taylor.
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S594] Jody Powell, Worcester Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1795-1865.
Sarah Elizabeth Jones1
F, b. 16 June 1836, d. 21 November 1917
| Birth* | 16 June 1836 | Sarah Elizabeth Jones was born on 16 June 1836 at Worcester Co, MD.2,3 |
| Marriage* | 28 June 1854 | She married John T. Taylor, son of Stephen Taylor and Susanna Aydelotte, on 28 June 1854 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown as John Taylor and Sally Jones.1 |
| Married Name | 28 June 1854 | As of 28 June 1854,her married name was Taylor. |
| Death* | 21 November 1917 | Sarah Elizabeth Jones died on 21 November 1917 at Worcester Co, MD, at age 81.2,3 |
Citations
- [S594] Jody Powell, Worcester Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1795-1865.
- [S2559] Robert F. Jones, to Moody K. Miles.
- [S2561] Rob Hall (C.R.V. Hall) < and e-mail address>, Ancestors of Hannah A. Taylor.
Nancy Crippen1
F, b. circa 1810
| Birth* | circa 1810 | Nancy Crippen was born circa 1810 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | 27 January 1829 | She married Eliakem Jones, son of John Jones and Ann Johnson, on 27 January 1829 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown as Eliakem Jones and Nancy Crippen.1 |
| Married Name | 27 January 1829 | As of 27 January 1829,her married name was Jones. |
Citations
- [S594] Jody Powell, Worcester Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1795-1865.
Hannah A. Taylor1,2
F, b. 29 January 1821, d. 2 December 1892
| Birth* | 29 January 1821 | Hannah A. Taylor was born on 29 January 1821 at Worcester Co, MD.3 |
| Marriage* | 12 March 1845 | She married William 'Billy' Ward Payne on 12 March 1845 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown as William Payne and Hannah Taylor.1 |
| Married Name | 12 March 1845 | As of 12 March 1845,her married name was Payne. |
| Death* | 2 December 1892 | Hannah A. Taylor died on 2 December 1892 at Worcester Co, MD, at age 71.3 |
| Burial* | | Hannah was buried at Methodist Episcopal Church Yard, Stockton, Worcester Co, MD.3 |
Citations
- [S594] Jody Powell, Worcester Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1795-1865.
- [S2560] Rob Hall (C.R.V. Hall) < and e-mail address>, Ancestors of William Thomas Taylor.
- [S591] Ruth T. Dryden, Cemetery Records of Worcester County, Maryland.
William 'Billy' Ward Payne1
M, b. 18 April 1818, d. 22 August 1884
| Birth* | 18 April 1818 | William 'Billy' Ward Payne was born on 18 April 1818 at Worcester Co, MD.2 |
| Marriage* | 12 March 1845 | He married Hannah A. Taylor, daughter of Stephen Taylor and Susanna Aydelotte, on 12 March 1845 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown as William Payne and Hannah Taylor.1 |
| Death* | 22 August 1884 | William 'Billy' Ward Payne died on 22 August 1884 at Worcester Co, MD, at age 66.2 |
| Burial* | | William was buried at Methodist Episcopal Church Yard, Stockton, Worcester Co, MD.2 |
Citations
- [S594] Jody Powell, Worcester Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1795-1865.
- [S591] Ruth T. Dryden, Cemetery Records of Worcester County, Maryland.
Noble Dryden Sr.1
M, b. 26 July 1737, d. after 12 February 1813
| Birth* | 26 July 1737 | Noble Dryden Sr. was born on 26 July 1737 at Coventry Parish, Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1758 | He married (-----) (-----) circa 1758.1 |
| Land bought* | 25 May 1764 | Noble Dryden Sr. bought land on 25 May 1764 at tract Truebridge, Pitts Creek Hundred, Worcester Co, MD. Noble moved to Pitts Creek Hundred in Worcester County where on this date he bought 50 acres this tract from Elijah Allen. Then on 5 Aug 1767 he purchased livestock and personal property from his brother William Dryden.2 |
| Oath of Fidelity* | 1778 | He took the oath of fidelity in 1778 at Worcester Co, MD. Noble took the oath of fidelity and in 1780 was enrolled as a sergeant in Capt. Patterson's Company of the Snow Hill Battalion of the Worcester County militia.2 |
| Tax list* | 1783 | He was on the tax list in 1783 at tract Truebridge, Pitts Creek Hundred, Worcester Co, MD. Noble was taxed for 50 acres of this tract, 2 horses and 6 black cattle. His family consisted of 3 males and 5 females.2 |
| Land bought | 28 July 1787 | He bought land on 28 July 1787 at tract Truebridge, Pitts Creek Hundred, Worcester Co, MD. He purchased another 13 1/2 acres of this tact from James Phillips.2 |
| Census head* | between 1790 and 1810 | Noble was listed as a head of household in the census of between 1790 and 1810 at Worcester Co, MD. Noble Dryden was a head of household in three censuses which suggest that he had 2 sons & 5 daughters.2 |
| Land conveyed* | 12 February 1813 | He conveyed land on 12 February 1813 at tracts Winter Quarter & Truebridge, Worcester Co, MD. Noble Dryden conveyed these tracts containing 65 acres to his son Noble Dryden Jr. This deed may have been in lieu of a will as when Noble's grandchildren conveyed the land in 1841, they stated that their grandfather had "devised" the land to his son Noble Dryden.1 |
| Death* | after 12 February 1813 | He died after 12 February 1813 at Worcester Co, MD. Noble left no probate record.1 |
Citations
- [S297] Leslie Powell Dryden, Dryden Family and Descendants Book I, p. 45.
- [S297] Leslie Powell Dryden, Dryden Family and Descendants Book I, p. 45 (item#73 Noble Dryden).
- [S297] Leslie Powell Dryden, Dryden Family and Descendants Book I, p. 80 (item#150 Ann Dryden).
- [S297] Leslie Powell Dryden, Dryden Family and Descendants Book I, p. 80 (item#151 Stephen Dryden).
- [S297] Leslie Powell Dryden, Dryden Family and Descendants Book I, p. 81.
(-----) (-----)1
F, b. circa 1735, d. between 1800 and 1810
| Birth* | circa 1735 | (-----) (-----) was born circa 1735.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1758 | She married Noble Dryden Sr., son of David Dryden and Hannah Noble, circa 1758.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1758 | As of circa 1758,her married name was Dryden. |
| Death* | between 1800 and 1810 | (-----) (-----) died between 1800 and 1810.1 |
Citations
- [S297] Leslie Powell Dryden, Dryden Family and Descendants Book I, p. 45.
- [S297] Leslie Powell Dryden, Dryden Family and Descendants Book I, p. 80 (item#150 Ann Dryden).
- [S297] Leslie Powell Dryden, Dryden Family and Descendants Book I, p. 80 (item#151 Stephen Dryden).
- [S297] Leslie Powell Dryden, Dryden Family and Descendants Book I, p. 81.
Hannah Dryden1
F, b. circa 1766, d. before 20 February 1835
| Birth* | circa 1766 | Hannah Dryden was born circa 1766 at Worcester Co, MD.2 |
| Marriage* | circa 1787 | She married James (of Wm II) Aydelotte, son of William Aydelotte II and Mary (-----), circa 1787 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1787 | As of circa 1787,her married name was Aydelotte. |
| Guardian - named as* | June 1797 | Hannah was named as a guardian in June 1797 at Worcester Co, MD. Hannah Aydelott with Noble Dryden & Stephen Dryden securities, was appointed guardian of the orphans of James Aydelott, Susanna Aydelott, aged about 6 year old and John Aydelott, aged about 9 years old.1 |
| Marriage* | 12 October 1797 | She married John Gibbs Taylor Jr., son of John Taylor (blacksmith), on 12 October 1797 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Married Name | 12 October 1797 | As of 12 October 1797,her married name was Taylor. |
| Will* | 30 March 1826 | Hannah made a will on 30 March 1826 at Worcester Co, MD. In her will Hannah Taylor left her property to her daughter Susanna Taylor.1 |
| Death* | before 20 February 1835 | She died before 20 February 1835 at Worcester Co, MD. It was on this date that her will was proved.1 |
Citations
- [S297] Leslie Powell Dryden, Dryden Family and Descendants Book I, p. 81.
- [S297] Leslie Powell Dryden, Dryden Family and Descendants Book I, p. 81 (#152 Hannah Dryden).
James (of Wm II) Aydelotte1
M, b. circa 1758, d. before 8 January 1796
| Birth* | circa 1758 | James (of Wm II) Aydelotte was born circa 1758 at Worcester Co, MD.2 |
| Will - Father's* | 1 June 1776 | James was named in his father's will on 1 June 1776 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will William Aydelotte named a wife Mary. To sons John, James and Benjamin lands. To daughter Susanna. Witt: David Dixon, John Allen & John Jones.3 |
| Marriage* | circa 1787 | He married Hannah Dryden, daughter of Noble Dryden Sr. and (-----) (-----), circa 1787 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Death* | before 8 January 1796 | James (of Wm II) Aydelotte died before 8 January 1796 at Worcester Co, MD. It was on this date that administration on the estate of James Aydelott was granted to Hannah Aydelott & Noble Dryden with John Taylor & Stephen Dryden securities.1 |
| Guardian - mentioned* | June 1797 | James was mentioned when a guardian was named in June 1797 at Worcester Co, MD. Hannah Aydelott with Noble Dryden & Stephen Dryden securities, was appointed guardian of the orphans of James Aydelott, Susanna Aydelott, aged about 6 year old and John Aydelott, aged about 9 years old.1 |
Citations
- [S297] Leslie Powell Dryden, Dryden Family and Descendants Book I, p. 81.
- [S2561] Rob Hall (C.R.V. Hall) < and e-mail address>, Ancestors of Hannah A. Taylor.
- [S825] Ruth Dryden, Worcester County, MD, Will Book JW4, 1769-1783, p. 43 (will of William Aydelotte, wife Mary).
