Appendix D
Ancestry of Mary Daniels Wife of Jacob Hess
Generation
One
1. Mary Daniels (Daniel, #2) was born on 11 December 1795 at Bedford Co., Pennsylvania. She married Jacob Hess, son of Abraham Hess and Ann Fisher,[1] circa 1814 at Bedford Co., Pennsylvania. Jacob was born April of 1792, in Bethel Twp., Bedford Co., (now Fulton) Pennsylvania. Jacob died 2 October 1876, in Fulton Co., Pennsylvania.
Marriage
Certificate for Jacob Hess and Mary Daniels
Generation Two
2. Daniel Daniels (Edward, #4) was born on 23 November 1763 at New Jersey.[2] He married Catherine Clevenger (see #3), daughter of Abraham Clevenger Sr. and Mary Pittman, on 17 May 1786 at Bedford County, Pennsylvania.[3] He died on 4 September 1849 at Bedford County, Pennsylvania, at age 85. He left a will dated 16 June 1846 at Bedford Co., Pennsylvania.[4] Daniel is buried near Sideling Hill on what was at that time his own land. The graves on the old home place are not marked.[5]
We see from the U.S. Census Records of (1790‑1840), Daniel=s occupation was listed as a farmer. Daniel owned one hundred acres of land valued at $50.00, in the year 1798 in Colerain Twp., Bedford County, Pennsylvania.[6] By 1808 Daniel, owned in Belfast Twp., Bedford Co., (now Fulton) Pennsylvania, 213 Acres Patent; 2 horses, 3 cattle; and a distillery; valued at $110.00; Taxed $1.10.[7]
From the Abstracts of Revolutionary War Pension Files R2650, we learn that Daniel enlisted in Bedford County, Pennsylvania and that his daughter Elizabeth Welch applied 9 January 1854, in Brush Creek Twp., Fulton County, Pennsylvania.[8]
Transcription of the Will of Daniel Daniels Will of Daniel Daniels Part 1 Part 2
The children of Daniel Daniels and Catherine Clevenger (see #3) were as follows:
a. Sarah Daniels was born on 21 January 1787 at Bedford Co., Pennsylvania.[9]
b. Aaron Daniels was born on 10 November 1788 at Bedford Co., Pennsylvania.[10] He married Mary Mellott circa 1808 at Bedford Co., Pennsylvania. He died on 28 January 1844 at Bedford Co., Pennsylvania, at age 55. He was buried on 1 February 1845 at Sideling Hill Baptist Church Cemetery, Bedford Co., Pennsylvania.
c. Benjamin Daniels was born on 31 July 1792 at Bedford Co., Pennsylvania.[11] He married Magdalene Schull circa 1820 at Bedford Co., Pennsylvania. He married Catherine Pittman circa 1830 at Bedford Co., Pennsylvania.[12] He died on 30 December 1852 at Licking Creek Twp., Fulton Co., Pennsylvania, at age 59.
d. Elizabeth Daniels was born on 10 April 1793 at Bedford Co., Pennsylvania.[13] She married Zadok Welch.[14]
e. Mary Daniels. [see #1 above]
f. Catherine Daniels was born on 23 June 1798 at Bedford Co., Pennsylvania.[15] She married Jeremiah Hess, son of Abraham Hess and Ann Fisher, on 16 February 1815 at Bedford Co., Pennsylvania.[16] Catherine and her sister Mary married brothers thus making their children double cousins.
g. John Daniels was born on 22 October 1800 at Bedford Co., Pennsylvania.[17] He married Elizabeth Mann,[18] the daughter of John Mann, circa 1825 at Bedford Co., Pennsylvania.[19] Elizabeth was born in 1800 at Bedford Co., Pennsylvania. He appeared on the U.S. Census records between 1830‑1880 in Bethel Twp., Fulton Co., Pennsylvania; occupation farmer. In 1881, John was an Associate Judge in Fulton County, Pennsylvania.[20] He died on 26 October 1886 at Bethel Twp., Fulton Co., Pennsylvania, at age 86.
h. Dennis Daniels was born on 25 December 1802 at Bedford Co., Pennsylvania.[21] He first, married Rachel Wink, daughter of Jacob Wink, circa 1824 at Bedford Co., Pennsylvania. After the death of Rachel he then married Mary Ann Hill before 1850 at Bedford Co., Pennsylvania. In 1856, Dennis was Sheriff of Fulton County, Pennsylvania.[22] He died on 22 April 1881 at Bethel Twp., Fulton Co., Pennsylvania, at age 78.
I. Rebecca Daniels was born on 25 May 1805 at Bedford Co., Pennsylvania.[23] She married Uriah Wink, son of Jacob Wink. She died on 2 August 1874 at Fulton Co., Pennsylvania, at age 69.
j. Lydia Daniels was born on 16 September 1809 at Bedford Co., Pennsylvania.[24] She married Joseph Hull circa 1829 at Bedford Co., Pennsylvania.
3. Catherine Clevenger (Abraham, #6) was born on 12 December 1767 at New Jersey.[25] She married Daniel Daniels (see #2), son of Edward Daniels and Thankful Daniels, on 17 May 1786 at Bedford County, Pennsylvania..[26] She died on 27 June 1840 at Bedford Co., Pennsylvania, at age 72.
Generation Three
4. Edward Daniels (Ebenezer, #8) was baptized on 17 February 1734/35 at New London, New London, Connecticut.[27] He married Thankful Daniels (see #5), his cousin, the daughter of Jonathan Daniels and Mary Potts, circa 1758, probably in Connecticut. It is believed by some researchers that, Edward and Thankful were married by her uncle Rev. Graves, however to date we have been unable to locate the Journal of Rev. Graves. Edward died in 1814 at Bedford Co., Pennsylvania; leaving a will which was dated 23 February 1814 in Bedford County, Pennsylvania.[28] His estate was probated on 6 April 1814 at Bedford Co., Pennsylvania.[29]
Edward served in the Revolutionary War as a Private from Providence Twp., Bedford County, Pennsylvania in Capt. George Enslo's 6th Company.[30]
Looking at the early Bedford County, Pennsylvania Tax records we find Edward living in Colerain Township, in 1785.By 1798, Edward owned two cabins in Providence Township. Each house was sized 18' X 16' valued at $16.00, a log house unf. Inside and a Saw Mill on two hundred acres of land valued at $300.00.[31] By 1808, Edward owned in Providence Twp., Bedford County, Pennsylvania 206 acres patent; a Saw Mill; 2 horses, 2 cattle; his occupation was listed as a farmer and a value of $587.00 was place on his holdings with a Tax of $2.26.[32]
Edward Daniels gave his son Daniel a tract of land in Providence Township lying on a branch of the Juniata River in Raystown located in Bedford County, Pennsylvania 395 acres plus allowances by warrant date 25 January 1786 and enrolled 7 March 1798.[33] Another 295 acres in Providence Twp., 10 November 1875 enrolled 22 June 1803.[34] In 1803, Edward and Thankful sold land to their son Ruben Daniels.[35] We find another warrant dated 28 February 1785 granted to Mary Daniels on Bald Eagle Creek.[36]
In his will he called himself a Cooper. His will was proven 6 April 1814, in Bedford Co., Pennsylvania. Edward names his children in his will also names Hannah Ghiles formerly who lived with him (now Hooper).[37]
Transcription of the Will of Edward Daniels Will of Edward Daniels Part 1 Part 2 Part 3
The children of Edward Daniels and Thankful Daniels (see #5) were as follows:
a. Mary Daniels was born circa 1760 at New Jersey. She married Obediah Mellott Sr., son of John Mellott and Sarah Stillwell, circa 1801 at Bedford Co., Pennsylvania.[38] Mary was the second wife of Obediah Mellott Sr. Mary (Daniels) Mellott died on 23 May 1864 at Fulton Co., Pennsylvania. In 1798, Obediah Mellott resided in a house sized 22' X 20' with a value of $60.00, a stable on 100 acres of land in Belfast Twp., Bedford Co., (now Fulton Co.,) Pennsylvania and total value of $200.00.[39]
b. Isaiah Daniels was born circa 1762 at New Jersey. (No other information available at this time).
c. Daniel Daniels [see #2 above]
d. David Daniels was born circa 1769 at New Jersey. He married Elizabeth Peck circa 1789 at Bedford Co., Pennsylvania.[40] He died in January 1860 at Fayette Co., Pennsylvania.
e. Ruben Daniels was born circa 1768. He married Nancy (‑‑?‑‑) before 1798.[41] He married Mary Rice on 16 January 1840. He died circa 1845 at Coles Co., Illinois; the will was probated December of 1845.[42] In 1798 Ruben was taxed for 1 cabin sized 16' X 14' another cabin sized 18' X 14' valued at a total of $16.00; one cabin barn sized 30' X 18' on 100 acres of land valued at a total of $150.00.[43] In 1808, Ruben had 130 acres Patent, another 93 acres Patent; 2 houses and a cow valued at $603.50; Taxed $2.26.[44] Apparently, sometime between 1810‑1818 Ruben and family moved to Clark County, Ohio for we see various land transactions[45] between 22 December 1818 and 30 December 1836. He then, left Ohio for Illinois for the next land transaction was in Douglas Co., Illinois date 20 February 1837.[46] Nancy signed a land deed with her husband 10 May 1838[47] and she died sometime between that date and the end of 1839. Ruben and Nancy had six children: Ruben Jr., who married Anna; John, who married Hannah Hull; Rebecca, wife of Mr. Hursey; Jane, wife of Mr. Murphy; Sarah, wife of James Willson; and James Harvey Daniels. After the death of Nancy he then married Mary (Rice) Shelton, 16 January 1840 in Cole Co., Illinois. Ruben and Mary had two children Francis Marion and Nancy K. Daniels.
5. Thankful Daniels (Jonathan, #10) was born circa 1734 at New London, Connecticut. She married Edward Daniels (see #4), son of Ebenezer Daniels and Mary Graves, circa 1758 at Connecticut. It is believed they were married by her uncle Rev. Graves, however, to date we have been unable to locate the Journal of Rev. Graves.
Thankful is first named in her father, Jonathan Daniels, will dated circa 1764.[48] The Will names also her sister's children Isaac, Henry, and Hannah Chiles/Ghiles. This Hannah Chiles/Ghiles is also living with Edward and Thankful Daniels in Bedford County, Pennsylvania and is mentioned in Edward Daniels will.[49] It is logical that if Hannah's Mother was deceased that Hannah went to live with her mother's sister.
6. Abraham Clevenger Sr., (George, #12) was born on 1 August 1734 at Monmouth Co., New Jersey.[50] He married Mary Pittman (see #7), daughter of Richard Pittman and Daughter Danford, on 9 March 1760 at Monmouth Co., New Jersey.[51] He died on 9 June 1824 at Bedford Co., Pennsylvania, at age 89. He was buried on 11 June 1824 at Sideling Hill Baptist Church Cemetery, Fulton Co., Pennsylvania.[52]
Abraham and Mary may have lived briefly in Virginia since their son William identified Virginia as his place of birth. However, Virginia claimed the southwest corner of Pennsylvania and the line was not settled until 1779.[53]
Abraham Clevenger's name appears on lists of Taxables for Bethel and Belfast Townships, Bedford County, (now Fulton) Pennsylvania for the following years 1774‑6, 1779, 1783 and 1786. By 1783, he had 200 acres of land plus horses, cattle and sheep.[54]
From the U.S. Census (1790‑1820) records for Belfast Twp., Bedford Co., Pennsylvania we see that Abraham's occupation was that of a Farmer. By the year 1798, Abraham was considered a very prosperous man for he owned a 2 Story log house sized 30' X 20' with 3 windows and 27 panes, on 200 acres of land valued at $130.00; a stable sized 16' X 24' on ninety‑eight acres of land valued at $375.00; a grist mill on 100 acres of land valued at $100.00.[55]
On 4 February 1806, Abraham and Mary his wife divided and sold 300 acres of land in Belfast Twp., to Daniel Daniels and John Mellott, Sr.[56] In 1808, Abraham was taxed on 162 acres patent; 116 warrant; 2 horses, cow; valued at $94.75 and taxed $0.94.[57]
On 9 January 1777, Abraham served as a private in the Bedford County, Pennsylvania Militia 1st. Batt. of Capt. Jacob Hendershot's Company, Col. George Woods Commanding.[58] He was discharged 10 March with pay to 25 March 1777.[59]
Abraham Clevenger Sr. Land Warrant
The children of Abraham Clevenger Sr. and Mary Pittman (see #7) were as follows:[60]
a. Parthenia Clevenger was born circa 1760 at New Jersey. She married John Crossan, the son of Thomas Crossan. John served in the Rangers in Bedford County, Pennsylvania under Capt. John Boyd in 1781 and in the Militia in 1782. In 1808, he resided in Belfast Twp., Bedford Co., (now Fulton) Pennsylvania and had 268 acres of land patent; 3 horses, 3 cattle valued at $173.00.[61] In 1824 John Crosson wrote his will which was filed for probate on 28 August 1826 at Bedford Co., Pennsylvania.
b. Ruth Clevenger was born circa 1764 at New Jersey. She married Joseph Vanshike circa 1784 at Bedford Co., Pennsylvania. In 1798 they resided in Belfast Twp., Bedford Co., (now Fulton) Pennsylvania; owned a house sized 22' X 18'; a stable valued at $60.00 on 160 acres of land valued at $310.00. The tax records show that they lived next to Ruth's sister Parthenia and her husband John Crossan.[62]
c. Catherine Clevenger [see #3 above]
d. Aaron Clevenger was born circa 1771. He married Parthenia Truax , daughter of Benjamin Truax and Perthena Pittman.[63] In 1808 he resided in Belfast Twp., Bedford County, (now Fulton) Pennsylvania and had 200 acres patent; 5 horses, and 3 cattle valued at $181.00 and taxed $1.81.[64] He died before 1840 at Bedford Co., Pennsylvania. He and Parthenia are buried at the Sideling Hill Baptist Church Cemetery in Fulton Co., Pennsylvania.[65]
e. William Clevenger was born on 26 May 1773 at Virginia. He married Charity McClary circa 1796 at Bedford Co., Pennsylvania. She was born 18 January 1777; died, 28 October 1854, in Fulton Co., Pennsylvania. In 1808, he resided in Belfast Twp. Bedford Co., Pennsylvania and had 50 acres patent; another 37 acres patent; 25 warrant; 3 horses, cow, and a distillery valued at $84.50 and taxed a total of $8.66.[66] William died on 12 November 1832 at age 59.
f. Abraham Clevenger Jr., was born on 20 June 1777 at Belfast Twp., Bedford Co., Pennsylvania. He married Rachel Sampson. He died on 25 May 1846 at age 68. In 1808, he also resided in Belfast Twp., Bedford Co., (now Fulton) Pennsylvania and had 200 acres patent; 300 warrant; 100 improvements valued at $188.50 and taxed $1.78.[67]
g. John Clevenger was born in 1778 at Belfast Twp., Bedford Co., Pennsylvania.
7. Mary Pittman (Richard, #14) was born on 10 October 1734 at Burlington Co., New Jersey.[68] She married Abraham Clevenger Sr. (see #6), son of George Clevenger and Deliverance Horner, on 9 March 1760 at Monmouth Co., New Jersey.[69] She was named in her maternal grandfather's will in 1745.[70] She died on 10 October 1819 at Bedford Co., Pennsylvania, at age 85. She was buried at Sideling Hill Baptist Church Cemetery in Fulton County, Pennsylvania.[71]
Generation Four
8. Ebenezer Daniels (John, #16) was born on 15 February 1702 at New London, New London Co., Connecticut.[72] He was christened on 8 August 1703 at First Church of Christ, New London, Connecticut.[73] He married Mary Graves (see #9), daughter of Benjamin Graves and Ruth Sterling, on 21 October 1724 at New London, New London Co., Connecticut.[74] He died on 2 November 1758 at Piscataway, Middlesex Co., New Jersey, at age 56.
Ebenezer and his family arrived in Piscataway, Middlesex County, New Jersey Colony, in 1749. It is a commonly held belief among Ebenezer's descendants that he was born in Wales, England. However, to date we have found no documentation to support that belief. Ebenezer died, circa 1758, in Piscataway, Middlesex Co., New Jersey. His will was dated 2 November 1758; proved 21 November 1758.[75] Ebenezer's will names his children also the First Church Baptismal Records identify children's names.
The children of Ebenezer Daniels and Mary Graves (see #9) were as follows:
a. Sterling Daniels was born on 6 March 1728 at New London, Connecticut.[76] He married Elizabeth Chappell on 23 October 1748 at New London, New London Co., Connecticut.[77]
b. Abigail Daniels was born on 28 June 1730 at New London, Connecticut.[78]
c. Uriah Daniels was born on 31 August 1733 at New London, Connecticut.
d. Edward Daniels [see #4 above].
e. Mary Daniels was born on 29 April 1737 at New London, Connecticut.[79] She married Nathaniel Blackford on 20 August 1759 at Scotch Plains Baptist Church (the Rev. Benjamin Miller officiated) at Piscataway, Middlesex, New Jersey.[80]
f. John Daniels was born on 11 November 1739 at New London, Connecticut.[81]
g. Benjamin Daniels was born on 11 November 1739 at New London, Connecticut.[82]
h. Jeremiah Daniels was born circa 1725.
9. Mary Graves (Benjamin, #18) was christened on 29 October 1704 at First Church of Christ, New London, Connecticut.[83] She married Ebenezer Daniels (see #8), son of John Daniels and Agnes Beebe, on 21 October 1724 at New London, Connecticut.[84]
10. Jonathan Daniels (John, #16) was born on 22 March 1692/93 at New London, New London Co., Connecticut.[85] He was christened on 8 August 1703 at First Church of New London, New London, New London Co., Connecticut.[86] He married Mary Potts (see #11), daughter of William Potts and Rebecca Avery, on 1 January 1717 at New London, New London Co., Connecticut.[87], [88] He died circa 1764 at Wantage Twp., Woodbridge, Middlesex Co., New Jersey. He left a will dated on 14 January 1764 at Woodbridge, New Jersey.[89], [90]
Jonathan's will names wife Mary, moveable estate and use of my house and lands. Son, William, 10 shillings. Son, Benajah, 14 shillings. Son, Jonathan, 14 shillings. Daughter, Johannah Woods 20 pounds. Daughter, Eunes Bartow, 20 pounds. Daughter, Lois Tharp, 20 pounds. Daughter, Thankful Daniels, 20 pounds. Grandson, Isaac Childs, 10 pounds, Grandson, Henry Childs, 10 pounds. Granddaughter, Hannah Childs, a bed. Executors: Son Benajah and friend, Timothy Frazee. Witnesses: David Stuard, Jr., John Stuard, James Clarkson.[91]
In Harry Holman's book, History of Tonoloway Baptist Church states that Hannah Chiles/Ghiles, was baptized August 1815, was born Hannah Ghiles and was reared by Edward and Thankful Daniels.[92] Holman goes on to state that Hannah was the wife, of John Hooper of Bethel Twp. Pennsylvania that died in 1825, leaving a will which names their four children: Samuel, Mrs. Hannah May; Rachel and John B. Hooper.[93]
The children of Jonathan Daniels and Mary Potts (see #11) were as follows:
a. William Daniels was born on 19 February 1719 at New London, Connecticut.[94]
b. Mary Daniels married Mr. (‑‑?‑‑) Ghiles.
c. Jonathan Daniels Jr., was born circa 1724. He served in the Revolutionary War, as a private in Capt. John N. Cummings' Company, 2nd Battalion, New Jersey Continental Line.[95] He died circa 1804 at New London, Connecticut.
d. Johannah Daniels married Mr. (‑‑?‑‑) Woods.
e. Eunes Daniels married Mr. (‑‑?‑‑) Barton.
f. Lois Daniels married Mr. (‑‑?‑‑) Trap.
g. Thankful Daniels [see #5 above].
h. Benajah Daniels.
11. Mary Potts (William, #22) was born circa 1697 at Groton, New London Co., Connecticut. She married Jonathan Daniels (see #10), son of John Daniels and Agnes Beebe, on 1 January 1717 at New London, New London Co., Connecticut.[96], [97], [98] She died circa 1764 at Woodbridge, Middlesex Co., New Jersey.
12. George Clevenger (John, #24) was born 10 October 1714 in New Hanover, New Jersey. He married Deliverance Horner (see #13), daughter of Joshua Horner and Mary (‑‑?‑‑), on 19 July 1737 at Burlington Co., New Jersey.[99] George died 1809 in Frederick County, Virginia
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Research Notes & Comments: As for the ancestry of Abraham Clevenger, Mr. Robert Pittman of Canton, Illinois has researched the Clevenger and Pittman families extensively and he suggests that the children of George and Deliverance (Horner) Clevenger were: John, born 1738, married on 9 March 1760 in Monmouth County, New Jersey by B.M. John Dickerson, and John Brown to Mary Horner, daughter of Isaac Horner of New Hanover, Burlington County, New Jersey; Thomas born circa 1740; Abraham born 1741, married on 9 March 1760 in Monmouth County, New Jersey; to Mary Pitman, the same day by the same ministers that married his brother John and Mary Horner. Mr. George Griffiths of Tempe, Arizona, in his book entitled AClevengers-Pioneers and Descendants@ wrote: AI have reasoned that Abraham was the son of George on the basis that first, George was the only logical father for a son born in 1741. Secondly, Abraham=s migration pattern parallels that of George and family in that Abraham was in Virginia circa 1773 even though he then settled in Bedford County, Pennsylvania (which he probably had the opportunity of seeing and evaluating en route to the Shenandoah Valley), finally circumstantial evidence suggests that he was a brother of John; Benjamin, born circa 1753; Asa, born circa 1748; Joseph, born 15 September 1750; Nancy Ann, born 1752; Eben , born 1755 and a twin brother to Edwin; George, born circa 1756, possibly in Frederick County, Virginia@.
Please note, we will chart Mr. Robert Pittman=s theory of the Abraham Clevenger=s ancestral lines because, we are now starting to finding supporting documentation however, we caution much more research is needed.
It is also notes that a George Clevenger, born circa 1654, was married to a Sarah Hadden. George was deceased by 1682, and his father-in-law John Hadden, on 15 January 1682/3 gave an exchange deed to William Davenport/Danford handing over his Aright in land in Yonkers (New York) on east side of brook where William Chadderton now lives. I reserve five acres on that side of the brook towards the house that was George Clevenger...@ Sarah was married a second time to a John Watson. George and Sarah=s two sons, John and George, migrated to New Jersey, and then to the Shenandoah Valley in Virginia, and George=s son Abraham who married Mary Pittman migrated back into Bedford County, Pennsylvania.
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The children of George Clevenger and Deliverance Horner (see #13) were as follows:
a. John Clevenger was born circa 1738 at Monmouth Co., New Jersey. He married Mary Horner on 9 March 1760 at Monmouth Co., New Jersey.[100]
b. Thomas Clevenger was born circa 1740 at Monmouth Co., New Jersey. He married Nellie Larkins on 7 August 1762 in new Jersey.[101]
c. Abraham Clevenger Sr. [see #6 above]
13. Deliverance Horner (Joshua, #26) married George Clevenger (see #12), son of John Clevenger and Mary (‑‑‑?‑‑‑), on 19 July 1737 at Burlington Co., New Jersey. Deliverance was named in her father's will.[102]
14. Richard Pittman was born b 1700‑1710 at New Jersey. He married Daughter Danford (see #15), daughter of Samuel Danford and Alse "Alice" Bingham of Chesterfield Twp., Burlington Co., New Jersey.[103]
It appears that Richard migrated to Pennsylvania along with the Clevengers and other for we find a warrant dated 11 May 1785.[104]
Richard and his daughter were named in his father‑in‑law's, Samuel Danford Will.[105]
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Research Notes & Comments: At this writing it is uncertain who Mary's parents were. However, about 1683 a Samuel Danford was born in New Jersey. He died in July 1745 at Maidenhead, Hunterdon Co., New Jersey.[106] Samuel Danford married Alse "Alice" Bingham and resided in Chesterfield, Burlington Co., New Jersey. Samuel and Alice had a daughter who died prior to 1745. The unnamed Danford daughter married a Richard Pittman who was a Quaker and who was born between 1695‑1710, in New Jersey and had a daughter named Mary Pitman. This is surmised from Samuel Danford's will that mentioned a granddaughter Mary Pitman and a son‑in‑law Richard Pitman. This Richard Pitman and his unnamed Danford wife may have been the parents of Mary Pitman.
With all of the above "coincidences," it is very possible that the Clevengers and Pittmans were friends in New York and England. They may have come to America at the same time, or they may have arrived at different times. However, there were Clevengers and Pittmans in Devonshire, England, and they are also found in New York, New Jersey, Virginia and Pennsylvania. While the "coincidences" could mean nothing, it could mean the families have been acquainted with each other since the 1600's. At the time of this writing, the above stated "coincidences" seem to be very definite possibilities.
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The only known child of Richard Pittman and Daughter Danford (see #15) was as follows:
a. Mary Pittman. [see #7 above]
15. Daughter Danford (Samuel, #30) married Richard Pittman (see #14).
Generation Five
16. John Daniels (John, #32) was born on 19 January 1665 at New London, New London Co., Connecticut.[107], [108], [109] He was christened on 18 June 1671 at New London, New London Co., Connecticut.[110] He married Agnes Beebe (see #17), daughter of Samuel Beebe and Mary Keeney, on 3 December 1685 at New London, New London Co., Connecticut.[111], [112], [113], [114] He died on 15 January 1756 at Niantic, New London Co., Connecticut, at age 90.[115] His estate was probated on 10 July 1758 at New London Co., Connecticut.
Photocopy of the John Daniels Family Bible
The children of John Daniels and Agnes Beebe (see #17) were as follows:
a. John Daniels was born on 22 October 1686 in New London, Connecticut.[116] He was baptized on 8 August 1703 at First Church of Christ, New London, Connecticut.[117], [118] He married Mary (‑‑?‑‑).
b. Samuel Daniels was born on 29 November 1688 in New London, Connecticut.[119] He was baptized on 8 August 1703 at First Church of Christ, New London, Connecticut.[120] He married Sarah Butler on 26 November 1713 at New London, New London Co., Connecticut.[121]
c. Thomas Daniels was born on 22 January 1689 in New London, Connecticut.[122] He was baptized on 8 August 1703 at First Church of Christ, New London, Connecticut.[123] He married Hannah Keeney on 2 July 1712 at New London, New London Co., Connecticut.[124] He died in 1735 at New London, New London Co., Connecticut.[125]
d. Jonathan Daniels. [see #10 above]
e. Mary Daniels was born on 24 February 1694 in New London, Connecticut.[126] She was baptized on 8 August 1703 at First Church of Christ, New London, Connecticut.[127] She married Jonathan Fox on 23 October 1713 at New London, New London Co., Connecticut.[128]
f. Nathaniel Daniels was born on 20 June 1697 in New London, Connecticut.[129] He was baptized on 8 August 1703 at First Church of Christ, New London, Connecticut.[130] He married Bathsheba Beckwith on 4 October 1716 at New London, Connecticut.[131]
g. William Daniels was born on 1 September 1699 in New London, Connecticut.[132] He was christened on 8 August 1703 at First Church of Christ, New London, Connecticut.[133] He died on 25 December 1717 at New London, New London Co., Connecticut, at age 18.
h. Ebenezer Daniels. [see #8 above]
I. Susannah Daniels was born on 9 April 1705 in New London, Connecticut.[134] She was christened on 3 June 1705 at First Church of Christ, New London, Connecticut.[135] She married Benjamin Fox on 17 January 1728 at New London, New London Co., Connecticut.[136]
j. Hannah Daniels was born on 15 September 1706 in New London, Connecticut.[137] She was christened on 1 December 1706 at First Church of Christ, New London, Connecticut.[138] She married Christopher Chappell on 7 February 1732 at New London, New London Co., Connecticut.[139]
k. James Daniels was born on 31 August 1708 in New London, Connecticut.[140] He died on 19 February 1724 at New London, Connecticut, at age 14.[141]
17. Agnes Beebe (Samuel, #34) was born circa 1667 at New London, Connecticut.[142], [143] On 15 December 1683 Agnes was brought before the New London, Connecticut to reply to the charge of fornication was fined five pounds or to have corporal punishment of fifteen strips on the naked back.[144] She married John Daniels (see #16), son of John Daniels, Sr., and Mary Chappell, on 3 December 1685 at New London, Connecticut.[145], [146], [147], [148] She died on 8 June 1747 at New London, Connecticut.[149]
18. Benjamin Graves (Benjamin, #36) was born on 2 March 1676 at Concord, Middlesex Co., Massachusetts.[150], [151] Benjamin married, first, Ruth Sterling (see #19), daughter of William Sterling and Mary Blaisdell, circa 1696.[152] Ruth died in childbirth 1710, it is assumed that shortly there after he then married Mary Margaret Haynes between 1710 and 1712 at Colchester, Connecticut.[153] There was a land deed recorded at Colchester in 1712 and his wife's name was Mary. Mary was died 24 November 1780. They resided two and a half miles from Colchester, Connecticut. They owned the Covenant at Lyme, Connecticut. He went with his father who settled in Saybrook, Connecticut about 1681‑1683. He was described as a resident of New London, Connecticut in a deed to him of lands he purchased in Colchester, Connecticut, in 1709. He was admitted inhabitant of Colchester at a town meeting on 8 January 1716. He was chosen Lister at town meeting on 11 December 1727. They resided two and a half miles from Colchester, on the road to Lyme, Connecticut. They owned the Covenant at Lyme, Connecticut. The children by Benjamin's second marriage who were baptized 1741‑1749 were apparently baptized as adults, since marriage dates were soon after baptismal dates. He died on 30 December 1752 at Colchester, New London Co., Connecticut, at age 76.[154]
The children of Benjamin Graves and Ruth Sterling (see #19) were as follows:[155]
a. Benjamin Graves was baptized 1699 at First Church of Christ, New London, Connecticut.[156] He married Mary Jones. He died on 25 March 1770.
b. Ruth Graves was born baptized on 25 October 1702 at New London, Connecticut.[157]
c. Mary Graves. [see #9 above]
d. Jedediah Graves was born circa 1708 at New London, New London Co., Connecticut. He was christened on 15 May 1709 at First Church of Christ, New London, Connecticut.[158] He married Jerusha Ackley in 1728 at East Haddam, Middlesex Co., Connecticut.[159] He married Elizabeth Allen in June 1737. He married Ruth Bennett on 27 December 1758. He died on 10 November 1800.
e. Jonathan Graves was born circa 1710 at Colchester, New London Co., Connecticut. He married Mary Tisdale.
The known children of Benjamin Graves and Mary Margaret Haynes are as follows:[160], [161]
a. James Graves was baptized 6 February 1743. He married Miss. Haskins.
b. Peter Graves was baptized 27 December 1741. He married Sarah Wedge, 1 July 1742.
c. Haynes Graves. He married Irene Chapman, 27 July 1749.
d. Elizabeth Graves. She married Ebenezer Hyde, the son of Samuel and Elizabeth (Calkins) Hyde, 2 June 1741, in Lebanon, Connecticut. She died after 1782. Elizabeth was Ebenezer's second wife. Ebenezer died 21 August 1743 in Lebanon, Connecticut.
e. Deborah Graves
f. Margaret Graves
g. Mary Graves was born 20 January 1728. She married Samuel Hungerford, 23 June 1746, in Colchester, Connecticut. She died 13 March 1793. He was the son of Thomas Hungerford and Margaret Stewart of East Haddam, Connecticut. Samuel was born 10 May 1725 and died 3 September 1789, Sherman, Connecticut. An account was given in the Connecticut Courant, 30 October 1770 of a remarkable days spinning on an ordinary wheel of 126 knots of good fine worsted yarn by the Mary Hungerford on the 21 September 1770.[162]
h. Abigail Graves was baptized on 6 August 1749. She married Nathan Dodge 10 October 1775.
19. Ruth Sterling (William, #38) was born on 17 December 1679 at Haverhill, Essex Co., Massachusetts.[163] She married Benjamin Graves (see #18), son of Benjamin Graves and Mary Hoar, circa 1696.[164] Ruth died in childbirth in 1710.[165]
20. John Daniels [Same person as #16 - Double Ancestry]
21. Agnes Beebe [Same person as #17 - Double Ancestry]
22. William Potts was born in 1659 at New Castle, England.[166], [167] He married Rebecca Avery (see #23), daughter of James Avery and Joanna Greenslade, on 5 August 1678 at New London Co., Connecticut.[168], [169] He died in 1732.
Mr. Potts was one of the Narragansett volunteers and received land in Voluntown for his services. His name appears on the list of freemen in Groton, Connecticut in 1708 and 1711. He was surveyor of highways in 1705. He and his wife were members of the First Church of Groton "at the ordination," 22 November 1727.[170], [171]
On 19 September 1717, Capt. James Avery, Capt. Thomas Avery, Capt. John Avery, and Samuel Avery, "out of love," deeded land to their sister Rebecca Potts, and to her husband, William Potts.[172] Then on 4 January 1727, William and Rebecca Potts deeded land to their loving son‑in‑law, Joshua Bill, husband of their daughter, Joanna, deceased and to their heirs. They reserved the right to cut firewood on this land during their natural lives.[173]
On 24 April 1729, Humphrey Avery spoke of William Potts, "late of Groton;" Mr. Potts probably died about this time. According to the Voluntown records, land was confirmed to his heirs in 1730. Then on 8 April 1732, Joshua Bill, jun., sold land that was his honored father's, William Potts deceased.[174]
The children of William Potts and Rebecca Avery (see #23) were as follows:
a. Johanna Potts was born on 10 May 1679 at New London, Connecticut.[175] She was christened on 29 June 1679 at First Church, New London, Connecticut.[176] She died on 3 November 1718 at Groton, New London Co., Connecticut, at age 39. She married Joshua Groton on 1 Nov 1699.
b. William Potts was born on 13 March 1680 at New London, New London Co., Connecticut.[177] He was christened on 17 April 1681 at First Church, New London, New London Co., Connecticut.[178]
c. Patience Potts was born on 12 August 1683 at New London, New London Co., Connecticut. She died on 8 September 1701 at Westerly, Washington Co., Rhode Island, at age 18.
d. Jonathan Potts was born circa 1685 at Groton, New London Co., Connecticut. He married Mary Geer.
e. Hannah Potts was born on 5 May 1695 at Groton, New London Co., Connecticut.
f. Abigail Potts was born on 5 May 1695 at Groton, New London Co., Connecticut.
g. Mary Potts. [see 11 above]
23. Rebecca Avery (James, #46) was born on 6 October 1656 at New London, Connecticut.[179], [180] She married William Potts (see #22) on 5 August 1678 at New London Co., Connecticut.[181], [182], [183]
24. John Clevenger was born circa 1678 at Younkers, Westchester Co., New York. He married Mary (‑‑?‑‑) (see #25) circa 1704 at New Jersey.
The children of John Clevenger and Mary (‑‑?‑‑) (see #25) were as follows:
a. Mary Clevenger was born in 1706 at New Jersey. She married Thomas Hankins on 12 September 1728 at Monmouth Co., New Jersey.
b. Hannah Clevenger was born in 1709 at New Jersey. She married William Ducksworth on 21 August 1731 at Burlington Co., New Jersey.
c. Samuel Clevenger was born in 1710 at New Jersey.
d. Catherine Clevenger was born in 1711 at New Jersey. She married Charles Miller on 26 June 1732 at New Jersey.
e. George Clevenger [see #12 above].
f. Abraham Clevenger was born in 1717 at New Jersey. He married Jane Platt.
g. John Clevenger was born in 1719 at New Jersey.
h. Thomas Clevenger was born in 1722 at New Jersey.
I. Margaret Clevenger was born in 1724 at New Jersey. She married Thomas Asson on 9 February 1745 at New Jersey.
j. William Clevenger was born in 1726 at New Hanover, New Jersey. He married Mercy Asson on 17 August 1750 at New Jersey.[184]
25. Mary (‑‑?‑‑) married John Clevenger (see #24) circa 1704 at New Jersey.
26. Joshua Horner (John, #52) was born 11 September 1676 in Tadcaster, Yorkshire, England. He married Mary (‑‑?‑‑) (see #27). This family resided in Burlington County, New Jersey. He died January 1721/2 leaving a will in Springfield Twp, Burlington County, New Jersey.[185] The will names wife Mary and children.[186] The inventory of the will was 13 February 1721.[187]
The known children of Joshua Horner and Mary (‑‑?‑‑) (see #27) were as follows:
a. John Horner. He died 1728.
b. Isaac Horner. He died 28 July 1763.
c. Joshua Horner. He first married Catherine (‑‑‑?‑‑‑). After the death of Catherine he then married Sarah Taylor 3 January 1763.[188] He died 23 August 1783.
d. Joseph Horner. He married Margaret Hollis, 29 August 1748 in Burlington County, New Jersey. He died 17 November 1770.
e. Bangiman Horner.
f. Deliverance Horner. [see #13 above]
g. Contant Horner. He married Sarah Hutchins, 31 October 1738 in Burlington County, New Jersey. He died 1786.
h. Goletoh? Horner. He married Pleasant Hague, 25 February 1727 in Burlington County, New Jersey.
I. Mary Horner. She married Isaac Walker, 4 December 1728 in Burlington County, New Jersey.
j. Sarah Horner. She married Moses Lambert, 12 September 1736 in Burlington County, New Jersey.
27. Mary (‑‑?‑‑) She married Joshua Horner (see #26), the son of John Horner and Mary Pearson.
30. Samuel Danford was born 1683, in New Jersey. He first, married Alse "Alice" Bingham (see #31) on 7 March 1705/6 at Chesterfield, Burlington Co., New Jersey.[189] After the death of Alice, he then married Mary (Schooley) Wright, the widow of Joseph Wright, on 5 September 1717 at Chesterfield, Burlington Co., New Jersey.[190], [191] He died on 6 April 1745 at Maidenhead, Hunterdon Co., New Jersey.[192] Samuel's will was probated 6 July 1745, in Maidenhead, Hunterdon County, New Jersey.[193]
With all of the above "coincidences," it is very possible that the Clevengers and Pittmans were friends in New York and England. They may have come to America at the same time, or they may have arrived at different times. However, there were Clevengers and Pittmans in Devonshire, England, and they are also found in New York, New Jersey, Virginia and Pennsylvania. While the "coincidences" could mean nothing, it could mean the families have been acquainted with each other since the 1600's. At the time of this writing, the above stated "coincidences" seem to be very definite possibilities.
The known children of Samuel Danford and Alse "Alice" Bingham (see #31) were as follows:
a. Daughter Danford. [see #15 above]
b. William Danford married Susannah Chapman, 9 December 1731 at Christ Church, in Philadelphia.[194] Died on 29 September 1737 at Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.[195], [196], [197]
c. James Danford died on 26 March 1749 at Nottingham, Burlington Co., New Jersey. The will of son James Danford yields addition genealogical information On 30 March 1749 Samuel Danford, Jr., relinquishes right to administrator on estate of his brother to his sister, Elizabeth Baxter. Then on 31 March 1749, bond of Elizabeth Baxter of Trenton, Hunterdon County, New Jersey as administrator. William Duckworth, of same place, fellow bondsman.[198]
d. Aaron Danford died before 1745 in New Jersey.
e. Elizabeth Danford died on 1 February 1757 at Frederick Co., Virginia. She married Mr.(‑‑?‑‑) Baxter.[199] Elizabeth Baxter formally of Hunterdon County, New Jersey had died by 1 February 1757 at Frederick County, Virginia.[200] This Elizabeth Baxter of Hunterdon County, New Jersey, where William Duckworth was co‑signer for Elizabeth as administrator of the estate of her brother, James Danford. This is the Mother of Alice Baxter who is living with William Duckworth in Frederick County, Virginia so she must have moved to Virginia with William Duckworth and her Daughter when they left New Jersey. Letters of Administration for the "Estate of Elizabeth Baxter" deceasedY granted to William Duckworth and Alice his wife, "Daughter of the deceased"Y granted Thomas Docter and Edward Blair their Securities. Appointed to appraised the Estate, were John Rogers, Josiah Ridgeway and Edward Dodd, or any three of them.
f. Samuel Danford was born 1710 in Chesterfield, Burlington County, New Jersey. He married Mary Groome 12 September 1737.[201] Samuel relinquishes rights to administrator on estate of his brother to his sister Elizabeth Baxter.[202]
31. Alse "Alice" Bingham was born circa 1683. She married Samuel Danford (see #30) on 7 March 1705/6 at Chesterfield, Burlington Co., New Jersey.[203] In 1706 Alice transferred her membership from Falls MM to Chesterfield MM. She died before November 1717 at Chesterfield Twp., Burlington Co., New Jersey.
Generation Six
32. John Daniels was born circa 1640 in England. The earliest date at New London, Connecticut is April 1633, when his name is given without the "s" John Daniel.[204] On 3 April 1633 we have cattle and horses shipped by John Humphries on the "Neptune" of London, John Daniel, bound from Weymouth to Massachusetts.[205] He married Mary Chappell (see #33), daughter of George Chappell and Margaret (‑‑?‑‑), on 19 January 1664 at New London, New London Co., Connecticut.[206], [207], [208] He died in 1709 at New London, New London Co., Connecticut.[209] The date is obtained by approximation: he was living in the early part of 1709, and in July of 1710, AMary, widow of John Daniels, and the mother of Clement and Jonathan@ is mentioned.
In Oct 1704, John Daniels was among 77 New London men named in a colony grant extending that town=s boundaries northward to include (modern) Montville.[210] John and Mary arranged for their old age as follows. In February 1705/6, Thomas Daniels of New London, tailor, and his wife Jemima, gave Ahis father John Daniels of New London, yeoman,@ a quitclaim deed for Thomas=s interest in a lot in the General Neck that Asaid John Daniels purchased of Peter Blatchford;@ Nathaniel Chappell witnessed. On 26 March 1707, John Daniels Sr., (by mark), John Daniels Jr., and Thomas Daniels of New London sold to Clement Daniels a nine acre parcel in the General Neck adjoining Aland belonging to George Chappell late of New London deceased@; witnesses were Jonathan Daniels Comfort Chappell, George Chappell, and Joseph Harris. On 5 January 1708/9, again by mark, John Daniels Sr., gave the property returned to him by son Thomas to Amy Deare and Loveing Sons Jonathan Daniels and Clement Daniels of New London,@ Thomas Daniels witnessing. In return, Clement and Jonathan gave bond of ,50 to care for their Aaged@ father John Daniels,@ and AMary his wife our Mother.@ On 25 July 1710, the bond was voided Aat the Desire of the mother of the said Clement and Jonathan Daniels.@ Next 30 December: John Daniells hath taken up his father Daniels [ear] mark.[211] Before his decease John divided his lands among his four sons, giving the homestead, adjoining the farms of John Keeny and Samuel Manwaring, to Thomas Daniels.[212]
The known children of John Daniels and Mary Chappell (see #33) were as follows:
a. John Daniels. [see #16 above]
b. Mary Daniels was born on 12 October 1667 at New London, New London Co., Connecticut.[213], [214], [215] She was baptized, 18 June 1671, at First Church in New London, Connecticut.[216] She married Samuel Waller on 26 December 1685 at New London, New London Co., Connecticut.[217]
c. Thomas Daniels was born on 31 December 1669 at New London, New London Co., Connecticut.[218] Thomas was baptized, 18 June 1671, at First Church in New London, Connecticut.[219] He married Gemima (‑‑‑?‑‑‑) on 11 December 1702 at New London, New London, Connecticut.[220] Thomas died 12 October 1725 at New London, Connecticut.
d. Christian Daniels was born on 3 March 1671 at New London, New London Co., Connecticut.[221] Christian was christened 12 March 1671, at First Church in New London, Connecticut.[222]
e. Hannah Daniels was born on 20 April 1674 at New London, New London Co., Connecticut.[223] Hannah was christened 23 August 1774, at First Church in New London, Connecticut.[224]
f. Rachel Daniels was born on 27 February 1676 at New London, New London Co., Connecticut.[225] Rachel was christened, 3 June 1677, at First Church in New London, Connecticut.
g. Sarah Daniels was born on 10 February 1679 at New London, New London Co., Connecticut.[226] Sarah was christened, 9 May 1680, at First Church in New London, Connecticut.[227] She married Miles Moor on 26 December 1698 at New London, New London Co., Connecticut.
h. Jonathan Daniels was born on 15 October 1682 at New London, New London Co., Connecticut.[228] Jonathan was christened, 17 December 1682 at First Church in New London, Connecticut.[229] He married Rebecca Graves on 12 December 1706 at New London, New London Co., Connecticut.[230]
I. Clement Daniels. He died in 1709 at New London, New London Co., Connecticut.[231]
33. Mary Chappell (George, #66) was born in October 1645 at Wethersfield, Hartford Co., Connecticut.[232] Mary was baptized 18 June 1671, First Church in New London, Connecticut.[233] She married John Daniels (see #32) on 19 January 1664 at New London, New London Co., Connecticut.[234]
34. Samuel Beebe (John, #68) was born circa 1633 at Broughton, Northamptonshire, England.[235] Samuel was the twin brother of Thomas and both were christened 23 June 1633, in Broughton, Northamptonshire, England.[236], [237] He first, married Agnes Keeney, daughter of William Keeney and Agnes (‑‑‑?‑‑‑), circa 1656.[238] After the death of Agnes he then married her sister, Mary Keeney (see #35), daughter of William Keeney and Agnes (‑‑?‑‑), circa 1662 at New London, New London Co., Connecticut.[239], [240], [241] He died between 14 of March and the 6th of April 1712 at Plumb Island, Long Island, Suffolk Co., New York.[242]
Samuel Beebe came to America in 1650 and settled in New London, Connecticut, where land was granted him 2 December 1651, as well as several times afterwards.[243] In 1708 he testified that he and his brother made the fence to Mr. Winthrop=s ox‑pasture Asixty years since@. This expression must be understood to mean about sixty years as he could not have been in New London earlier than the summer of 1650.[244] The same or a greater inexactness characterized his statements as given by Miss Caulkins, in her History of New London, that his age was 77 in the year 1698, for his years at that time were actually 65.Miss Caulkins assigns him as first wife, Agnes, the daughter of William Keeney and second wife Mary (see #35).[245] Where she speaks of William Keeney, she says his daughter Mary married Samuel Beebe, and that her age in 1662 was 22.[246]
Samuel was a soldier for we find on 4 June 1765 he was confirmed as sergeant of the Train Band at New London, Connecticut, and again in 1678 with his brother Thomas Beebe.[247] He participated in various campaigns against the Indians. On 15 September 1691 he was one of the jury in New London, Connecticut. A deed recorded in New London, and dated 8 May 1716, was from Mary Beebe, now resident of Colchester and relict of Samuel Beebe, late of New London, deceased and conveyed to Samuel Fox of New London for a valuable sum of money, land in New London, Aoriginally granted to William Keeney@. He probably moved to Plum Island and died there early in 1712 as administration was granted on his estate, 6 April 1712 to his widow, Mary, and his son, Samuel of South old, Long Island. Samuel=s will was written 14 March 1712 and he died shortly there after, in Plumb Island Suffolk Co., New York.[248]
The known children of Samuel Beebe and Mary Keeney (see #35) were as follows:[249], [250], [251]
a. Mary Beebe was born circa 1657 at New London, Connecticut. She married Aaron Fountain, the son of James Fountain, circa 1680 at New London, Connecticut.[252] She died after 1702 at New London, Connecticut.
b. Samuel Beebe was born circa 1660 at New London, New London Co., Connecticut. He first married Elizabeth Rogers, the daughter of James Rogers and Elizabeth Rowland, 9 February 1681 at New London, New London Co., Connecticut.[253] Elizabeth was born 15 April 1656 in New London, Connecticut. Elizabeth died 10 June 1716 in Orient, Long Island, Suffolk Co., New York, at age 57. After the death of Elizabeth he married Esther (Fleet) Parrott, between 1716 and 1725 at Huntingdon, Rhode Island. He died on 30 December 1750 at New London, New London Co., Connecticut. His will was dated 8 October 1750 and probated 21 January 1751. In the right of his wife, as well as by extensive purchases of the Indians, he became a great landholder. He was one of three who owned Plum Island, in the Sound, and living in plentiful farmer style, with sloops and boats for pleasure for traffic at his command, he was often sportively called "King Beebee,"[254] and "Lord of the Island". A rock in the sea, not far from his farm, was called "Beebee, throne". Plum Island is an appanage of South old, Suffolk County, Long Island, and Mr. Beeby, by removing to that island, transferred himself to the jurisdiction of New York.
c. Susanna Beebe was born circa 1663 in New London, Connecticut.
d. William Beebe was born circa 1665 in New London, Connecticut. He married Ruth Rogers, the daughter of Jonathan and Naomi (Burdick) Rogers, after 1693 in New London, Connecticut. After the death of Ruth he then married Hannah (‑‑‑?‑‑‑), before 1738. William's will was dated 8 October 1750 and probated 21 January 1751. He was connected with the Sabbatarians of Great Neck, Long Island, New York and Newport, Rhode Island. He was a Rogerene Quaker. In 1687 he was fined five pounds for keeping company with Mercy Prentice to gain her affections for a marriage without the consent of her parents.
e. Agnes Beebe [see #17 above].
f. Nathaniel Beebe was born circa 1670 in New London, Connecticut. He married Elizabeth Wheeler, the daughter of John and Elizabeth Wheeler, 2 July 1697 at New London, Connecticut.[255], [256] In June 1712 he was in Command of a guard that was ordered to be kept at the beacon at the west end of Fisher Island, with a boat in readiness to convey intelligence to the mainland privateers along the coast of Fisher's Island; as French privateers were cutting the New London Shipping lanes. In Sept. 1712 the General Assembly ordered that ten shillings be paid to him for the above services.
g. Anne Beebe was born 1672 at New London, Connecticut. She married Thomas Crocker, the son of Thomas Crocker and Rachel Chappell, 23 April 1700 in New London, Connecticut.[257], [258] Thomas was born 1 September 1670; died 28 March 1754 at New London, Connecticut. Anne died before 10 November 1702 at New London, Connecticut.
h. Jonathan Beebe was born 19 August 1674 in New London, Connecticut. He first married Bridget W. Brockway, the daughter of Wolstan Brockway and Hannah Briggs of Lyme, Connecticut, in 1694.[259] Bridget died 5 April 1756 in East Haddam, Connecticut. Jonathan then married Elizabeth (Webster) Staples, 4 October 1759, in East Haddam, Connecticut. Jonathan died 12 October 1761 at East Haddam, Middlesex Co., Connecticut. He owned land in Colchester, Connecticut, for in one 1710 town meeting it was granted that " J. Beebe" could move the bounds of his farm further northwards so as to bring the part into Colchester limits. The land records of Lyme, Connecticut, indicate that he became a large landholder there from 1738‑1743. He and his wife Bridget are both buried in Long Pond Cemetery, Millington, Connecticut.
I. Mercy Beebe was born circa 1678 in New London, Connecticut. She married Richard Tozer, 8 April 1702 in New London, Connecticut.[260] She died after May 1746.
j. Thomas Beebe was born circa 1682 in New London, Connecticut. He married Anna Hopson, 17 December 1707 in New London, Connecticut. When he married he moved to Colchester, Connecticut. Then in 1720, he moved to East Haddam, Connecticut. The earmark for his cattle was recorded in New London, Connecticut on 5 August 1712. On 2 September 1714 he purchased land in Colchester, Connecticut from Evan Jones and sold same on 20 December 1720 to John Lewis of Lyme, Connecticut.
35. Mary Keeney (William, #70) was born circa 1640 at Gloucester, Massachusetts. She married Samuel Beebe (see #34), son of John Beebe and Rebecca Ladd, circa 1662 at New London, New London Co., Connecticut.[261], [262], [263] After the death of Samuel she moved to Colchester, Connecticut and died there on 9 May 1725.
36. Benjamin Graves Sr., (John, #72) was born circa 1645 at Concord, Middlesex Co., Massachusetts.[264] He married Mary Hoar (see #37), daughter of John Hoar and Alice Lisle, on 21 October 1663 at Concord, Middlesex Co., Massachusetts.[265], [266], [267], [268], [269] He was in the Colonial Wars as a member of Captain Thomas Wheeler=s Company and fought against the Indians in July and August 1675. He died before 1724 at Concord, Middlesex Co., Massachusetts.[270]
He and his brother John Graves of Sudbury, Massachusetts, with others, purchased on 20 May 1681, from Christopher Hall, Aall the mines and minerals of one kind or another found or to be found or may be found on his land in Groton, Massachusetts, at a place called Cold Springs near William Longby=s house, with liberty to dig, delve or use the land and to erect building etc.@ Benjamin did not move to Groton but continued to live at Concord until after 1681, and all his children except the last one were born at Concord. Benjamin was apparently still living in Concord in 1684, since on a list of the second order of proprietors (1694) is included ADavid Comee, then living where Benjamin Graves lived in the year 1684.@ He moved to Saybrook, Connecticut, and lived at Pattaconke (Northern part of Saybrook), where he bought land 25 January 1703. He deeded half of his farm to his son Joseph on 18 March 1715, and certain lands to his son John of Killingworth, Connecticut, on 14 September 1716.
Old Saybrook was divided into three parts. The northern part was called Pattaconke (also spelled Pataconke and Pattaquonek). AThe committee for highway improvements were to lay out a good and sufficient highway to the AGreat River@ at the northward side of ye land formerly owned by Benjamin Graves in Pattaconke@, action taken at Saybrook, 5 January 1724/5.
Old Saybrook is on the south shore of Connecticut, on Long Island Sound, at the mouth of the Connecticut, River. Pattaconke was about 7 miles north of the mouth of the Connecticut River when a part of Saybrook. It is now the town of Chester, Connecticut. Killingworth is about 5 miles west of Chester, and was originally a part of Clinton, Connecticut, until 1836. Clinton is on the south shore of Connecticut about 5 miles south of Killingworth, Connecticut. The land in this area is hilly and rolling, with forests.
The children of Benjamin Graves and Mary Hoar (see #37), were as follows:[271]
a. Mary Graves was born on 18 June 1669 at Concord, Middlesex Co., Massachusetts. She married Benjamin Rice on 1 April 1691 at Sudbury, Massachusetts.[272]
b. Meritable "Elizabeth" Graves was born on 25 April 1671 at Concord, Middlesex Co., Massachusetts. She married Joseph Beebe, son of John Beebe and Abigail Yorke, on 26 December 1706 at New London, New London Co., Connecticut.[273] She died on 4 April 1730 at Lyme, New London Co., Connecticut, at age 58.[274]
c. Ruth Graves was born on 25 November 1674 at Concord, Middlesex Co., Massachusetts. She married John Webb on 25 January 1698 at Saybrook, Connecticut.[275]
d. Benjamin Graves [see #18 above].
e. Joseph Graves was born on 1 September 1679 at Concord, Middlesex Co., Massachusetts. He married Sarah (‑‑?‑‑) on 25 January 1699. He died after 2 April 1756. He went with his father to Saybrook, Connecticut circa 1700, and bought and sold land there as late as 1735. He next appeared as a resident of New Cambridge, a part of Farmington, Connecticut, in 1743. He owned land there, and in a part of Waterbury, Connecticut that later became Plymouth. He was described as "dishturner" (presumably he was a potter). Abraham Waterous bought land of Joseph Graves at Pattaconke, Connecticut.
f. Joanna Graves was born on 2 February 1681 at Concord, Middlesex Co., Massachusetts.
g. John Graves was born circa 1683 at Concord, Middlesex Co., Massachusetts. He married Hannah Farnum on 30 May 1710 at Killingworth, Connecticut. He died on 29 December 1766 at Walpole, New Hampshire.
37. Mary Hoar (John, #74) was born circa 1648 at Concord, Middlesex Co., Massachusetts. She married Benjamin Graves (see #36), son of John Graves and Joan (‑‑‑?‑‑‑), on 21 October 1663 at Concord, Middlesex Co., Massachusetts.[276], [277] She died on 5 June 1697 at Concord, Middlesex Co., Massachusetts.[278] You will see the surname spelled with and without the (e) in official records of the family.
38. William Sterling[279] (David, #76) was born circa 1632 at London, England.[280] William is called AMariner@ in the early records. He was also a ship carpenter and a miller.[281] He first married Elizabeth Sawtelle, circa 1659.[282] Elizabeth died 6 February 1675, in Haverhill, Massachusetts.[283] After the death of Elizabeth he then married Mary Blaisdell (see #39), the daughter of Ralph Blaisdell and Elizabeth Parker, on 19 December 1676 in Haverhill, Essex Co., Massachusetts.[284], [285], [286] After the death of Elizabeth he married Ann (Nichols) Neale, (the widow of John Neals), 24 April 1683, in Haverhill, Massachusetts.[287], [288] William died on 22 January 1719 at Connecticut.
The children of William Sterling and Elizabeth Sawtelle were as follows:[289]
a. Sarah Sterling was born 4 May 1669 in Haverhill, Massachusetts. She married Ralph Farnum 9 October 1685 at Andover.[290]
b. Abigail Sterling was born 27 May 1670 in Haverhill, Massachusetts.
c. Nathaniel Sterling was born 25 June 1671 in Haverhill, Massachusetts. He married Mary Star 10 February 1695 in Boston, Massachusetts.
d. Daniel Sterling was born 2 October 1672 and died 27 May 1673 in Haverhill, Massachusetts.
e. Daniel Sterling was born 19 September 1673 in Haverhill, Massachusetts. He married Mary (Marvin) Ely, the widow of Richard Ely, 6 June 1699 in Lyme, Connecticut.[291]
f. James Sterling was born 24 February 1674 in Haverhill, Massachusetts. He died 6 March 1674 in Haverhill, Massachusetts.
The children of William Sterling and Mary Blaisdell (see #39) were as follows:[292], [293]
a. Jonah Sterling was born 21 October 1677 in Haverhill, Massachusetts. He died of Smallpox on 21 December 1690 in Haverhill, Massachusetts.
b. Jacob Sterling was born 29 August 1678 in Haverhill, Massachusetts.
c. Ruth Sterling [see #19 above].
d. Twins were born 21 May 1681 in Haverhill, Massachusetts. They died 29 May 1681 in Haverhill, Massachusetts.
The only known child of William Sterling and Ann (Nichols) Neale was as follows:[294], [295]
a. Ann Sterling was born 14 March 1683 in Haverhill, Massachusetts.
39. Mary Blaisdell (Ralph, #78) was born on 5 March 1641 at Haverhill, Essex Co., Massachusetts.[296] She first married Joseph Stowers, the son of Nicholas Stowers, 1661.[297], [298] After the death of Joseph she then married William Sterling (see #38) on 19 December 1676 in Haverhill, Essex Co., Massachusetts.[299], [300], [301] She died on 29 May 1681 at Haverhill, Essex Co., Massachusetts, at age 40.[302]
Joseph Stowers was born in Charlestown in 1633; was a "felt maker" at Charlestown and Salisbury from 1658 to 1669. He died in Charlestown, between Nov. 16 and 29 December 1672. Joseph and Mary Stowers were the parents of: Mary, born circa 1661, baptized 1 July 1677; Samuel, born 14 March 1665, married Hannah Sprague and died 26 December 1721, at Malden; Joseph, born 19 December 1667; Richard, born 30 October 1669; John, born 17 June 1672, married 13 August 1696, Mary Blanchard, in Boston.[303]
40. John Daniels [Same person as #32 - Double Ancestry]
41. Mary Chappell [Same person as #33 - Double Ancestry]
42. Samuel Beebe [Same person as #34 - Double Ancestry]
43. Mary Keeney [Same person as #34 - Double Ancestry]
46. James Avery (Christopher, #92) was born circa 1620 at Devonshire, England.[304], [305], [306], [307] He came to America aboard the ship "Arabella" with his father, in 1630 and lived at Gloucester for several years.[308], [309] He married Joanna Greenslade (see #47), daughter of Edward Greenslade, on 10 November 1643 at Boston, Massachusetts.[310], [311], [312], [313] He died on 18 April 1700 at New London County, Connecticut.[314], [315]
In 1648 he resided in New London, Connecticut.[316] It appears that James Avery went back to Gloucester, sold his possessions there to his father and, in 1651, returned to New London. In March of that year, "the principal body of these eastern emigrants arrived.[317]
James was chosen townsmen in 1660 and held the office twenty‑three years. He was Captain of the only trainbands in the town, and was in active service through Phillip's War.[318] He was twelve times deputy to the General Court, between 1658 and 1680, and was in the commission of the peace, and sat as assistant judge in the county court.[319]
We find land deeds to his four surviving sons, including the homestead farm, in February 1693/94. Sons, Jonathan and Christopher died young.[320]
The children of James Avery and Joanna Greenslade (see #47) were as follows:[321]
a. Hannah Avery was born on 11 October 1644 at Gloucester, Massachusetts.[322] She married Ephraim Minor, the son of Thomas and Grace Palmer, 20 June 1666 at New London, Connecticut.[323]
b. James Avery was born on 16 December 1646 at Gloucester, Massachusetts.[324] He married Deborah Stallyon\Sterling on 20 February 1669 at New London, Connecticut.[325] He died on 22 August 1728 at Groton, Connecticut, at age 81.
c. Mary Avery was born on 29 February 1648 at New London, Connecticut.[326] She married Joseph Minor on 23 October 1668 at New London, Connecticut.[327] She died on 2 February 1708 at Stonington, New London Co., Connecticut, at age 59.
d. Thomas Avery was born on 6 May 1651 at New London Co., Connecticut.[328] He married Hannah Minor on 13 March 1693 at Wethersfield, Connecticut.[329] He married Hannah Raymond after 1700. He died on 5 January 1736 at Montville, Connecticut, at age 84.
e. John Avery was born on 10 February 1654 at New London Co., Connecticut.[330] He married Avigail Chesebrough on 29 November 1675 at Stonington, New London Co., Connecticut.[331] He died after 1724.
f. Rebecca Avery [see #23 above].
g. Jonathan C. Avery was born on 5 January 1658 at New London Co., Connecticut.[332] He married Sybil Sarahawke on 22 July 1679 at Dedham, Massachusetts.[333] He died in 1690.
h. Christopher Avery was born on 30 April 1661 at New London Co., Connecticut.[334]
I. Samuel Avery was born on 14 August 1664 at New London Co., Connecticut.[335] He married Susannah Palmes on 25 October 1686 at Swanzey, Massachusetts.[336] He died on 1 May 1723 at Groton, Connecticut, at age 58.
47. Joanna Greenslade (Edward, #94) was born circa 1622 at Boston, Massachusetts. She married James Avery (see #46), son of Christopher Avery and Margery Stephens, on 10 November 1643 at Boston, Massachusetts.[337] Joanna was a member of the First Church of Boston, then after the marriage the Church records show her dismissal to the Church of Gloucester in 1644.[338] She died in 1714 at New London Co., Connecticut.
Nothing is known of her ancestry. The only other trace of the Greenslade family in America in the seventeenth century that I have found is a petition with the following heading: "4 July 1663 ‑ A Declaration of ye Townes of Scarborow & Tfalmouth Black Point & Casco to be Presented to ye Hond Court att York." This petition carries numerous signatures, including that of Thomas Greenslad. At that time, the province of Maine was claimed by the heirs of Sir Ferdinando Gorges and by the colony of Massachusetts Bay, the struggle for jurisdiction ending in favor of the Bay colony in 1677. A possible relationship between Thomas Greenslad and Joanna Greenslade is suggested by the fact that the first born son of the latter was named James (for the father) and that the second born was named Thomas.[339]
52. John Horner (John, #104) was born 1636 in Tadcaster, Yorkshire, England and died 25 February 1688/89 in Mansfield, Burlington, New Jersey. He married first Sarah Wilberforce. After the death of Sarah he then married Mary Pearson circa 1660 in Tadcaster, Yorkshire, England, the daughter of Francis Pearson and Alice Siddall.
The known children of John Horner and Mary Pearson (see #53) were as follows:
a. Mary Horner.
b. John Horner was born 1670, Tadcaster, Yorkshire, England. He married the widow Mrs. Frances Brunson circa 1695 in Burlington County, New Jersey.
c. Joshua Horner [see #26 above].
d. Isaac Horner was born 17 April 1678 in Tadcaster, Yorkshire, England. He first married Elizabeth Sykes 19 May 1709 in Burlington County, New Jersey. After the death of Elizabeth he then married Eleanor Browne circa 1718. He died 24 November 1760, Bordentown, New Jersey.
53. Mary Pearson (Francis, #106) was born 1635 in Tiffethwaite, England. She married John Horner, the son of John Horner and Isabel Nichols, circa 1660 in Tadcaster, Yorkshire, England.
Generation Seven
66. George Chappell (Alexander, #132) was born on 28 April 1616 at Barnstable, Devonshire, England. He married Christina (‑‑?‑‑) (see #67), between 1637/1640.[340], [341] He married Margaret (‑‑?‑‑) circa 1651 at England.[342] He died before 8 June 1682 in New London, New London Co., Connecticut, when his inventory was exhibited.[343]
After presenting documents on 16 March 1634/5 from London=s Saint Mildred=s Parish certifying their conformity to the rules and discipline of the Church of England, twenty‑year old George Chappell and his companions took the Aoath of Allegenance And Supremacie@ in preparation Ato be transported to New England, imbarqued in the Christian de London, John White, Master, bound thither@.[344] References to the matter show that this Acompany of some twenty men,@ the so‑called Stiles party, had been assembled by Mr. Francis Stiles at Sir. Richard Saltonstall=s expense to prepare grounds and erect houses at Windsor (then Matianuck or Matteneaug) for Saltonstall and other Connecticut patentees. The elder John Winthrop noted that their Abark of forty tons@ arrived at Boston on 16 June 1635 and that it Aset forth with twenty servants, by Sir. Richard Saltonstall, to go plant at Connecticut@.[345] Saltonstall wrote in February 1635/6 to Winthrop=s son John Jr., then Governor at Saybrook, relating that Amy pinnace had staid ten days...in the Bay@ (that is, at Boston) before making it way on around Cape Cod to Saybrook and up the Connecticut to Windsor.[346] The party arrived within a few days of Jonathan Brewster=s letter, dated AMatianuck, 6 July 1635,@ complaining to the Plymouth company that AMassachusetts men are coming almost daily, some by water and some by land, who are not yet determined where to settle.@ The Stiles party, after the company from Plymouth in September 1633,@ included the Afirst actual settlers of Windsor, although they were met there by an advance contingent of the better‑known settlers from Dorchester.[347]
In September 1649, just a month before George and his wife Christian recorded a child Rachel at Wethersfield, Mrs. Chester complained of his Amisdemeanors.@[348] It was about that time New London granted George a house lot. It reverted for lack of improvement, but he soon reapplied and the town on 24 February 1650/1 gave him upland, meadow, and a five‑acre house lot adjoining the house lots of Andrew London, Thomas Wells, and the way or road to the house lot of Thomas Sparks.[349] Next July, Chappell was among the men at New London who AWrought at the Mill Dam.@[350] Though no record of either event appears, Christian apparently died and George married about that time Margaret (‑‑?‑‑), the mother of his younger children born from 1654 to 1671.
George=s estate ‑ house, land, and personal property in 1682 was to be distributed to the Arelict...to bring up children.@ Order also was made for distribution to the children John and George Chappell; Mary Daniels; Rachel Crocker; Elizabeth, Hester, and Sarah Chappell; and to Athe two sons Nathaniel and Caleb the housing and lands.@[351] Margaret was Awidow Chappell@ admitted to New London=s First Church on 15 March 1694.[352]
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Notes & Comments: In a search for the family names of George Chappell=s two wives, Christian and Margaret family names we find little. For Christian, especially, there is no clue to her maiden name, though it would seem that George met her somewhere in the Connecticut River valley. But for Margaret there are some indications worth noting. She plainly was younger than Christian and born near 1630; she gave birth to children from 1654 to 1671 and was Aaged@ in 1714. George=s movements back and forth between Wethersfield and New London near the time of their marriage (about 1650 to 1653) suggest that she was from one of these towns. There appears to have been some affiliation with William and Mary (‑‑?‑‑) Taylor of Wethersfield and New London, Connecticut.
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The known children of George Chappell and Christina (‑‑?‑‑) (see #67) were as follows:
a. Abigail Chappell was born 1 Sept. 1644 at Wethersfield, Connecticut.[353] She wasresidingat Lyme in February 1713/14 when she witnessed a deed by mark A.[354] She married John Comstock, April 1662.[355] John died at Lyme before 20 September 1680 when she acknowldeged a deed as his "late wife,"[356] a son William Comstock who moved from Wethersfield to New London about the same time as Abigail's father. She married second Moses Huntley, the son of John and Jane Huntley, 18 January 1681 at Lyme, Connecticut.[357], [358]
b. Mary Chappell [see #33 above].
c. Rachel Chappell was born circa 1649. She married Thomas Crocker circa 1669 at New London Co., Connecticut.[359]
d. John Chappell was born circa 1650.[360] He married Elizabeth Carpenter, the daughter of David and Elizabeth Carpenter, of Farmington, Connecticut, circa 1674 in Haddam, Connecticut.[361] Elizabeth was the widow of Richard Jones, who died in 1670. He settled in Lyme, Connecticut near his sister Abigail on land adjoining Brockway.
The known children of George Chappell and Margaret (‑‑‑?‑‑‑) were as follows:
a. George Chappell Jr., was born on 5 March 1653 in Wethersfield, Connecticut.[362] He married Alice Way on 3 October 1676 at New London, New London Co., Connecticut.[363] After the death of Alice he then married Mary Douglas at New London, New London Co., Connecticut.[364], [365]
b. Elizabeth Chappell was born on 30 August 1656 in Wethersfield, Connecticut.[366]
c. Hester Chappell was born on 15 April 1662 in Wethersfield, Connecticut.[367] She was residing at New London, Connecticut 5 December 1683 when she was convicted by her own acknowledgement for promiscuity, fined ,5, and ordered to be whipped "fifteen stripes on the Naked body."[368]
d. Sarah Chappell was born on 14 February 1665 in Wethersfield, Connecticut.[369]
e. Nathaniel Chappell was born on 21 May 1668 in Wethersfield, Connecticut.[370] He married Hopestill (‑‑?‑‑), circa 1694 at New London Co., Connecticut.[371]
f. Caleb Chappell was born on 7 October 1671 in Wethersfield, Connecticut.[372] He married Ruth Royce on 4 June 1694 at Lebanon, New London Co., Connecticut.[373] On 18 January 1708/09, Caleb Chappell of Bebanon, Connecticut, "made Over" to his brother George of New London his half interest in "our deceased fathers homesteadYon the highway that goeth to Nyhantick." The consideration was "thirty good and merchantable sheep and a bond of obligation" that George would pay half and charges of "our mother's" maintenance for life.[374] On 3 October 1712, a week beforehis brother George died, Joshua Hempstead and John Coit "went out to Godee [Goodwife] ChappellsY; we agreed with ye widow, hope that ye Town shall pay , 3 per annum toward supporting her".[375] On 20 October 1714, George's "eldest son" Comfort of New London conveyed the same property back to his Uncle Caleb, "together with the obligation to be at one‑half the charge maintaining my aged Grandmother Mrs. Margaret Chappell during her natural life." Caleb sold the property the same day to his nephew John Daniels Jr., of New London.[376] Most likely, in 1714 the aged grandmother Margaret was residing with her son Caleb in Lebanon, Connecticut. He died circa 1733 at Lebanon, Connecticut.
67. Christina (‑‑?‑‑). She married George Chappell, son of Alexander Chappell and Johann Ellett, between 1637/1640 at England.[377]
68. John Beebe (John, #136) was born circa 1600 at Addington, England. He married Rebecca Ladd (see #69), circa 1627 at England. This marriage was noted in Torrey's book even through it took place in England.[378] He died, 18 May 1650 (Shipboard Atlantic Ocean U.S.A.)[379], [380] John left a will in which mention is made of his children, and of the fact that he came from Broughton, Northamptonshire, England. The church register of St. Andrews, in the village of Broughton, Northamptonshire, England, dating from 1650, verify the names of John Beebe and his children who emigrated to this country about the year 1650, as stated in his will, on file in Hartford, Connecticut. They were probably all Puritans and were known in England as husbandmen or yeomen. They landed in Boston Harbor, and working their way westward, were influential in the settlement of New London, Connecticut.
The name Beebe may have had its origin in two Norman knights who originally spelled the name de Boebe. The Ade@ was eventually dropped after coming to England, the name being Anglicized to its present spelling Beebe.
From the researches of John Thorpe, an old authoritative chronicler and Herald of Duddeston, Warwickshire, England, we have a clear account of the relation and history of this family from their ancient home in the Valle de Salve, Normandy, France, up to 1669 in Warwick County, England, when John Nathaniel and Eli Beebe emigrated to the colonial province of York. Ancient family papers in the archives of Aston Hall show that this family descended from the Norman knights Richard and Guilliaume de Boebe who were of the Royal guard of William the Conqueror and passed over to England at the time of the conquest and were by the king granted manors at Bordesley in the county of Warwick, England, where the family lived from the time of the Norman conquest up to the close of the commonwealth.
The known children of John Beebe and Rebecca Ladd (see #69) were as follows:
a. John Beebe was born circa 1628 in Broughton, Northamptonshire, England.[381] He was christened on 4 November 1628 at Broughton, Northamptonshire, England.[382] He married Abigail Yorke, the daughter of James and Joanna Yorks, circa 1659 at Stonington, New London Co., Connecticut.[383], [384] He died on 14 April 1714 at New London, New London Co., Connecticut.[385] John Beebe was a of the Trainband for twenty years and in 1675 was appointed as Ensign in Capt. George Denison=s Company by the General Court, commanding sixty‑eight men who were raised in Anew London, Connecticut for the standing army and for Indian War (1676). He went on numerous expeditions against the Indians during the King Phillip=s War to Rhode Island, Taunton, Massachusetts and Westfield on the road to Albany, New York.
b. Rebecca Beebe was born circa 1630 in Broughton, Northamptonshire, England. She was christened on 11 August 1630 at Broughton, Northamptonshire, England.[386] She married John Roscoe on 2 January 1651 at Hartford, Hartford Co., Connecticut.[387]
c. Samuel Beebe [see #34 above].
d. Thomas Beebe was born circa 1633 in Broughton, Northamptonshire, England. He was christened on 23 June 1633 at Broughton, Northamptonshire, England.[388] He married Millicent Addis circa 1663, the daughter of William Addis, in New London, Connecticut.[389] Thomas was Millicent's third husband. Her first husband was William Southmead.[390] Millicent=s second husband being William Ash.[391] Thomas Beebe died circa 1699 in New London, Connecticut.[392]
e. Nathaniel Beebe was born circa 1635 in Broughton, Northamptonshire, England. He was christened on 23 January 1635 at Broughton, Northamptonshire, England.[393] He died on 17 December 1724.
f. Mary Beebe was born circa 1636 in Broughton, Northamptonshire, England. She died on 18 March 1636.
g. Hannah Beebe was born circa 1640 in Broughton, Northamptonshire, England. She was christened on 23 June 1640 at Broughton, Northamptonshire, England.[394] She died before 18 May 1650 at England.
h. James Beebe was born circa 1641 in Broughton, Northamptonshire, England. He first married Mary Boltwood on 24 October 1667 at Hadley, Hampshire Co., Massachusetts.[395] After the death of Mary he then married Sarah Benedict on 10 December 1679 at Norwalk, Connecticut.[396] After Sarah's death he married Rebecca Beardsley after 1704 at Connecticut.[397] He died on 22 April 1728 at Danbury, Failfield Co., Connecticut.[398]
69. Rebecca Ladd was born circa 1605 at Broughton, Northamptonshire, England. She married John Beebe (see #68), son of John Beebe and Mrs. Alice (‑‑?‑‑), circa 1627 at England.[399] She died before 1650.
70. William Keeney was born circa 1601. He married Agnes (‑‑?‑‑)(see #71) circa 1635 in New London, Connecticut.[400], [401] He resided for awhile at Gloucester, Massachussetts. William died in 1675 at New London, New London Co., Connecticut.[402]
The known children of William Keeney and Agnes (‑‑?‑‑) (see #71) were as follows:[403]
a. Susannah Keeney was born circa 1636 at New London, New London Co., Connecticut. She married Ralph Parkercirca 1650 at New London, New London Co., Connecticut.[404], [405]
b. Agnes Keeney was born circa 1638 at Gloucester, Massachusetts. She married Samuel Beebe, son of John Beebe and Rebecca Ladd, circa 1656 in New London, Connecticut.[406] She died circa 1660 at Suffolk Co., New York.
c. Mary Keeney [see #35 above].
d. John Keeney was born circa 1642 at New London, New London Co., Connecticut. He married Sarah Douglas in October 1661 at New London, New London Co., Connecticut.[407] He died on 3 February 1716 at New London, New London Co., Connecticut.[408]
71. Agnes (‑‑?‑‑) was born circa 1599. She married William Keeney (see #70) circa 1635 in New London, Connecticut.[409] She died on 4 August 1689 at New London, New London Co., Connecticut.
72. John Graves was born circa 1605 at England.[410] He married Joan (‑‑?‑‑) (see #73). In the year 1635 he and his wife, came to the Colonies and settled in Concord, Massachusetts. He belonged to the church of which Rev. Peter Bulkley was teacher. He was one of the signers of the petition to the General Court of Massachusetts in 1643 in favor of Ambrose Martin, and in 1644 his name was attached to a document pledging its signers to the support of the Government.[411] He was said to have been master of the "Tryall", the first ship built in America, in 1648. He died in 1704.[412]
The children of John Graves and Joan (‑‑‑?‑‑‑) (see #73), were as follows:
a. Benjamin Graves [see #36 above].
b. John Graves was born circa 1647. He married Mary Chamberlain on 1 December 1671 at Concord, Middlesex Co., Massachusetts.[413]
c. Sarah Graves was born circa 1649 at Concord, Middlesex Co., Massachusetts. She married Joseph Brabrook on 23 April 1672 at Concord, Middlesex Co., Massachusetts.[414]
73. Joan (‑‑‑?‑‑‑) was born at England. She married John Graves (see #72).[415]
74. John Hoar[416] (Charles, #148) was born circa 1619 in Gloucester, England.[417] He married Alice Lisle (see #75), daughter of John Lisle and Alicia Beconsawe.[418] He died on 2 April 1704.[419]
John must have been younger by several years than his brother Thomas, for at his father's death in 1638, his apprenticeship, a translation of the record of which is given below, had but half expired. If apprenticeships terminated when the apprentice came of age, John Hoar was but eleven years old when bound to his father. We see by the records 1633 that John Hoar, son of Charles Hoar of the city of Gloucester, Brewer, binds himself apprentice to the aforesaid Charles his father and Johanna his wife by Indenture made on the day of the Feast of St. James the Apostle (11 May 1633) in the year of the reign of King Charles I, now of England etc. the eighth for the term of ten years from the feast etc. paying at the end of the term six shillings legal money of England.
John appears in Scituate, Massachusetts, as bearing arms in 1643. The historian of that town, Samuel Deane, relates that he was while there resident, always engaged in the business of the town, and in drafting of deeds, bonds, etc., and is occasionally called a lawyer. He had lands adjoining Masquashart pond, which he sold to the lawyer John Satlin in 1659, when he removed to Concord. His ability, vigor and originality of thought and action soon made him one of the prominent figures in Concord and vicinity, but he is found often at odds with the ecclesiastical oligarchy of the times. Whether like his sometime neighbor at Lancaster, John Prescott ‑ ‑ to whose son he gave his oldest daughter ‑‑he sympathized with the Presbyterian criticisms of the theocratic restriction of political and religious privileges in the colony, is not known, but he strongly resembled Prescott in his persistency, enterprise and altruistic spirit. He was not only independent in speech, but rashly sharp of tongue and pen, and sutlered accordingly at the hands of jealous authority. The story of his disbarment is best told by the original documents: John and his brother Leonard married sisters, the daughters of Lord John and Lady Alice (Becousawe) Lisle, thus making their children double cousins.[420] By Farmer's Register we see that John was in Concord in 1660 and his only son, Daniel was the great‑grandfather of the Hon. Samuel Hoar.[421]
The surname of the family of Hoar, originated at the time of the Crusades and may be found spelled Hore, Hoare and Hoar. The Family was in early ages of distinction in England. They held lands in the 12th Century in South Wales, after its conquest by the Normans. According to the tradition, and an old "Hoar Genealogy," the first of the name of Hoar came from Ireland.
The known children of John Hoar and Alice Lisle (see #75) were as follows:
a. Mary Hoar [see #37 above].
b. Daniel Hoar was born in 1650 at Glouchester, England. He married Mary Stratton, daughter of Samuel Stratton and Mary Fry, on 16 July 1677 at Concord, Middlesex Co.,Massachusetts.[422] He married Mary Lee on 6 October 1717.
c. Elizabeth Hoar married Jonathan Prescott, (she being his second wife), on 23 December 1675 at Concord, Middlesex County, Massachusetts.[423] She died 25 September 1687 at Concord, Middlesex County, Massachusetts.
75. Alice Lisle[424] (John, #150) was born circa 1628. She married John Hoar (see #74), son of Charles Hoar Jr., and Joanna Hinksman.[425], [426] She died on 5 June 1696.
78. Ralph Blaisdell was born circa 1607 based on estimated date of marriage.[427] He married Elizabeth Parker, 3 September 1629.[428] Occupation Tailor.[429] He was in York, Maine between 1637‑1640 then we find that this family resided in Salisbury, Massachusetts. We find Ralph in the land records of Salisbury in 1640, 1641, 1644 and 1645.[430] On 4 November 1645, "Ralfe Blasdell was licensed to keep an ordinary at Salisbury and to draw wine till the next General Court."[431] On 30 March 1647, "Ralph Blaisdell of Salisbury and John Baker of Ipswich had their licenses for drawing wine renewed".[432] Ralph had died by 24 June 1651 (grant of administration).[433]
On 12 September 1698, whereas administration on the estate of "Ralph Blaisdell late of Almsbury deceased intestate was granted unto Elizabeth Blaisdell relict widow of the said deceased she dying" before administration was completed, administration was completed, administration is now granted to "Ebenezer Blaisdell grandson to the said Ralph Blaisdell deceased.[434]
The inventory of the estate of "Ralph Blaisdell of Salisbury deceased," taken 22 December 1698, totaled ,95, of which ,93 was real estate: "twenty acres of upland in Almsbury at a place commonly called Cobbet Hill," ,20; "thirty acres of land abutting upon Merrimack River in Almsbury," ,30; "three acres of fresh meadow at the new meadow in Salisbury," ,3; "six acres of meadow at the points in Salisbury," ,12; "four acres of meadow in the cow common in Salisbury," ,8; "Thirty acres of land in the division above the mills in Salisbury," ,6; "twenty‑five acres of land in the last division on the north side of Cane's Creek in Salisbury," ,4; and "two common rights in the town of Salisbury," ,10.[435]
For more about Ralph Blaisdell
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Comment: David W. Hoyt, The Old Families of Salisbury & Amesbury, Massachusetts, 3 Vols set (Providence, R.I., 1897‑1919) dealt with Ralph Blaisdell on pp. 63‑66, 618‑642, 880‑882. Mr. Hoyt stated that AI found this work to be weak on documentation.@
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The children of Ralph Blaisdell and Elizabeth Parker were as follows:[436]
a. Henry Blaisdell was born circa 1632. He married Mary Haddon, daughter of Garret Haddon circa 1657 in Salisbury, Massachusetts.[437] Mary died 12 December 1690/1. Fourteen children were born of this union.[438] After the death of Mary he then married Elizabeth (‑‑‑?‑‑‑), circa 1691 in Salisbury.[439] We see by the town records that Henry resided early in Amesbury, where he received various land grants. He like his father followed the occupation of tailor.[440] We see he took the Oath of Allegiance December 1677; freeman, 1690.[441]
b. Martha Blaisdell was born circa 1640. She married Richard Bowden.[442]
c. Mary Blaisdell [see #39 above].
d. Sarah Blaisdell. She died 17 January 1646 in Salisbury, Massachusetts.[443]
79. Elizabeth Parker was born at England. She married Ralph Blaisdell (see #78), 3 September 1629.[444] She died in August 1667 at Salisbury, Massachusetts.[445] Probate of the estate was 8 October 1667, Joseph Stowers was the administrator.[446], [447] The inventory of the estate of "Elizabeth Blaisdell" of Salisbury," attested in court 8 October 1667, totaled ,15 and 4 d. and included no real estate.[448] Abstracted.[449], [450]
82. George Chappell. [Same person as #66 - Double Ancestry]
83. Christina(‑‑?‑‑). [Same person as #67 - Double Ancestry]
84. John Beebe. [Same person as #68 - Double Ancestry]
85. Rebecca Ladd. [Same person as #69 - Double Ancestry]
86. William Keeney. [Same person as #70 - Double Ancestry].
87. Agnes (‑‑?‑‑). [Same person as #71 - Double Ancestry].
92. Christopher Avery was born in 1590 at Salisbury, Wiltshire, England. Occupation: Weaver.[451] He married Margery Stephens (see #93), daughter of Edward Stephens and Margaret (‑‑?‑‑), circa 26 August 1616 at Ippleden, Devonshire, England. (Even through this marriage took place in England Torrey reported it).[452] He died on 12 March 1679 at New London Co., Connecticut.[453], [454] Christopher and his son James Avery, came to the Colonies aboard the "Arabella," 12 June 1630, and first found at Cape Ann, Massachusetts and later settled in Gloucester, Massachusetts.[455] Margaret (Stevens) Avery remained in England. On the 29th day 4th month of 1642, Christopher Avery was sworn freeman at Gloucester, Massachusetts.[456]
The fact that Christopher Avery was "living absent from his wife"[457] was not to be overlooked in a community that was under the domination of the Massachusetts the ocracy of that period. Then again in 1647 AChristopher Avery and Richard Windrow presented for living from their wives. Witness, William Vincent, Andrew Lester.@[458] The orthodox clergy ruled in things secular as well as in things spiritual and, under their guidance, courts and town meetings regulated the daily life of each member of the community and interfered in the management of his domestic affairs in a way that would not be tolerated now.
Under the conditions then existing, public policy demanded the presence of wives in the new plantation, public sentiment was in accord therewith, and nearly every inhabitant was ready to act as public prosecutor in such cases. In consequence, we find a great many records of men presented for living from their wives; often as many as nine or ten in one short session; often as many as five or six in one group.
Christopher Avery followed his son James to Pequot on the Thames, now New London. Then on 8 August 1665, he purchased a house, orchard, and lot of Robert Burrows. This land afterwards passed into possession of his only child, James Avery, who, in turn, deeded it to his four sons, James, Thomas, John, and Samuel. Some of this land, if not all of it, was situated on the "Great Neck." On 6 June, 1666, the county court freed Christopher Avery from training on account of his age. The name of Christopher Avery is found on the jury list for the county court under date of 5 June 1667. On 14 October, 1669, Christopher Avery, and his grandson, James Avery, were made freemen of the colony, by the general court of Connecticut.
The only known child of Christopher Avery and Margery Stephens (see #93) was as follows:
a. James Avery [see #46 above].
93. Margery Stephens (Edward, #186) was born circa 1590 at Exeter, Essex, England. She married Christopher Avery (see #92) circa 26 August 1616 at Ippleden, Devonshire, England. (Even through this marriage took place in England Torrey reported it).[459] She died in 1643 at Brixham, England.
Generation Eight
132. Alexander Chappell (Alexander, #264) was born in 1583 at Barnstable, Devonshire, England. He married Johann Ellett (see #133) on 26 January 1608 at Barnstable, Devonshire, England. He died in 1621 at Barnstable, Devonshire, England.
The known children of Alexander Chappell and Johann Ellett (see #133) were as follows:
a. Judith Chappell was born on 6 March 1610 at Barnstable, Devonshire, England.
b. Margaret Chappell was born on 5 April 1612 at Barnstable, Devonshire, England.
c. Nicholas Chappell was born on 12 September 1613 at Barnstable, Devonshire, England.
d. Grace Chappell was born on 11 December 1614 at Barnstable, Devonshire, England.
e. George Chappell [see #66 above].
f. Joan Chappell was born on 22 July 1620 at Barnstable, Devonshire, England.
g. Alexander Chappell was born on 21 November 1621 at Barnstable, Devonshire, England.
133. Johann Ellett was born in 1587 at Barnstable, Devonshire, England. She married Alexander Chappell (see #132), son of Alexander Chappell, on 26 January 1608 at Barnstable, Devonshire, England.
136. John Beebe (Alexander, #272) was born circa 1570 at Addington, Northamptonshire, England. He married Mrs. Alice (‑‑‑?‑‑‑) (see #137) before 1599. He died circa 1638 at Broughton, England. He left a will on 30 July 1638 at Great Addington, Northamptonshire, England.[460]
The known children of John Beebe and Mrs. Alice (‑‑‑?‑‑‑) (see #137) were as follows:
a. Alexander Beebe.
b. John Beebe [see #68 above].
c. James Beebe.
d. William Beebe.
137. Mrs. Alice (‑‑‑?‑‑‑) was born circa 1574 at Broughton, England. She married John Beebe (see #136), son of Alexander Beebe and Sarah Elizabeth Bowker, before 1599.
148. Charles Hoar Jr. (Charles, #296) was born circa 1595 at Gloucester, England. The date of Charles Hoar=s marriage to Joanna Hincksman (see #148) is not known for certain, but it must have been shortly after the expiration of his apprenticeship. Torrey=s book gives a date of 1612.[461]
He was the executor of his father=s will, was probably the eldest son. He became a man of substance and one greatly respected in his native city, as is attested by the fact that he was one of its alderman from 1632‑1638 and sheriff in 1634. His name is found in the Council minutes with Agentleman@ or Agenerouses@ affixed to it.In the lists of members of the Council for the six years before his decease his name always appears, although generally among Anomina eorum qui fecerunt defaultum,@ that is, were absent from the meetings. He followed the occupation of brewer, although he had served a long apprenticeship with his father the saddler, and his will indicates that he carried on the business of wool stapling, a trade which early attained great importance in Gloucestershire, and has been pursued by members of the hoar family there, especially at Cirencester, down to quite recent days. The original indenture of this apprenticeship, written in abbreviated Latin, is extant, of which the following is a translation:[462]
"Charles Hoar son of Charles Hoar of the City of Gloucester, saddler, by act of Indenture made on the day of the Feast of St. Thomas the Apostle [21 December 1599] in the year of the reign of Queen Elizabeth the forty‑first, binds himself apprentice to the said Charles and Margerie, his wife, in the trade in which the said Charles now practices, for the term of eight years following the feast aforesaid by act agreed upon verbally on each part. And the said Charles and Margerie will pay the said apprentice at the end of the time 40 shillings."
We find in a petition of John Brown, late mayor, and Charles Hoar and Lawrence Singleton, late sheriffs of the City of Gloucester, stating that they had collected and paid over to the Treasurer of the Navy the one thousand pounds ship money imposed upon Gloucester, and asking for the repayment to them of certain expenses amounting to fifty‑two pounds, which request was granted.[463]
Of Charles and Joanna=s children three only are named in his father=s will: Thomas, Margery and John; the other three mentioned in his own will: Daniel, Leonard and Joanna, being minors in 1632. There may have been others deceased, and probably of these were Ruth, buried June 1628, and Charles graduated at Oxford 1630, aged 17.
Charles Hoar, Sr, died circa 1638 at Gloucester, England. He left a will dated 25 September1638. APrerogative Court of Canterbury, Doctors Commons, Ad=ion granted 31 December 1638, to Joanne Hoare the relict.@ He appears to have left quite a large estate and was a man engaged in public affairs. His widow, with her five children, John, Daniel, Joanna, Leonard and Margerie, came to this country in 1639/40, and settled in Braintree, Massachusetts. About this date many families, who brought much wealth, came to New England. The cause of this emigration would appear to arise from the troublesome times in England. Charles I, became king in 1625. Then came the long Parliament, and the Civil War began late in 1642. Charles I, was condemned and executed in London, 30 January 1649. There is no doubt but that our line at the time of Charles Jr., belonged to the Parliament side and were strong supporters of the Protestant faith, and this line of the Hoar family would probably never have had to be recorded if Joanne and her son John had remained in England.
The children of Charles Hoar Jr. and Joanna Hinksman (see #149) were as follows:[464], [465], [466], [467]
a. Thomas Hoar probably the oldest of the surviving children of Charles at his death, did not accompany his brothers and sisters to New England. According to the register of St. Mary de Crypt he was baptized 15 June 1612. A translation of the record of his apprenticeship to his father dated 1625, is as follows: Thomas Hoare son of Charles Hoare of the City of Gloucester, Brewer, binds himself apprentice to the said Charles his father by indenture dating from the day of the Feast of Purification of St. Mary the Virgin (2 Feb.) in the year of the reign of King Charles now of England the first, for the term of twelve years etc. paying at the end of the term two suits of clothes.
b. John Hoar [see #74 above].
c. Daniel Hoar was born at Gloucester City, England. He married Mary Straten/Stratton, 19 July 1677 at Concord, Massachusetts.[468]
d. Joanna Hoar was born at Glouchester, England. She married Col. Edmund Quincy on 26 July 1648 at Braintree, Norfolk Co., Massachusetts.[469]
e. Leonard Hoar, M.D was born circa 1630 at Glouchester, England. He married Bridget Lisle, daughter of John Lisle and Alicia Beconsawe, at Boston, Massachusetts.[470] He died on28 November 1675 at Braintree, Norfolk Co., Massachusetts.
f. Margerie Hoar. She first married John Mathewe after 1650 at Braintree, Norfolk Co.,Massachusetts.[471] After the death of John Mathewe she then married Henry Flynt before 1685 at Braintree, Norfolk Co., Massachusetts.[472] She died on 10 March 1686 at Braintree, Norfolk Co., Massachusetts.
149. Joanna Hinksman was born circa 1600 at Gloucester, England. She married Charles Hoar Jr. (see #148), son of Charles Hoar Sr. and Margery (‑‑‑?‑‑‑), circa 1612 in Gloucester, England, however, the marriage is noted in Torrey's book on page 376. She married Thomas Hill after 1638 at Massachusetts. She died on 20 December 1661 at Braintree, Norfolk Co., Massachusetts. She was buried on 23 December 1661 at Quincy Cemetery, Braintree, Norfolk Co., Massachusetts. She immigrated with five of her children in 1640 to Scituate, Massachusetts.[473]
The Hincksman/Henchman family was prosperous and highly esteemed in London and Gloucester.[474] Of Joanna's immediate family we know only that she had brothers William Walter, Edward and Thomas and sisters Elinor Bailies and (‑‑‑?‑‑‑) Founces. Thomas Hincksman, in 1634, called "late servant to Mr. Charles Hoar for the space of eight years now past," was then made a burgess, paying a fine of 10 shillings. A Walter Hincksman about the same time period was rector at Matlock in Derbshire. The noted Captain Thomas and Daniel Hincksman, who figured in the early Indian wars in New England, may have been kinsmen of Joanna, though proof of this is lacking at this time. That there was some relationship between the early immigrants in New England bearing the names Hoar and Hinksman seems probable from the frequency with which these names are found associated. Capt. Daniel Henchman was one of the witnesses to Fr. Leonard Hoar's will, and Thomas appended his signature as witness to a power of attorney given by Daniel Hoar.[475]
150. John Lisle [476] (William, #300) was circa 1610 of Moyles Court, County Southampton. He died on 9 June 1682. He first married the daughter of Sir. Henry Hobart, chief justice of the common please. After her death he then married Alicia Beconsawe (see #151), the daughter and co‑heir of Sir. White Beconsawe, on October 1636 at Ellingham, England.[477] He was called to the bar from the Middle Temple in 1633 and became the bencher of his inn in1649.[478]
He was chosen M.P. for Winchester in March 1639/40, and again in October 1640. He advocated violent measures on the king's removal to the north, and obtained some of the plunder arising from the sale of the crown property. To the fund opened on 9 April 1642 for the "speedy reducing of the rebels" in Ireland, Lisle contributed ,600.[479]
In December 1647, when the king was confined in the Isle of Wight, Lisle was selected as one of the commissioners to carry to him the four bills which were to divest him of all sovereignty. He spoke in the House of Commons on 28 September 1648 in favor of rescinding the recent vote, that no one proposition in regard to the personal treaty with the king should be binding if the treaty broke off upon another; and again, some days later, urged a discontinuance of the negotiation with Charles. He took a prominent part in the king's trial. He was appointed on 8 Feb 1648/9 one of the commissioners of the great seal, and was placed on the council of state.
Lisle became one of Cromwell's creatures. He not only concurred in December 1653 in nominating Cromwell protector, but administered the oath to him; and having been reappointed lord commissioner, was elected member in the new parliament, on 12 July 1654, both for Southampton, of which town he was recorder, and for the Isle of Wight. He selected to sit for Southampton. In June previously he had been constituted president of the high court of justice, and in August he was appointed one of the commissioners of the exchequer. Lisle alone of his colleagues proposed to execute the ordinance for the better regulation of the court of chancery, which was submitted to the keepers of the seal, and owing to his subserviency to Cromwell was continued in his office on the removal of his colleagues in June 1655. He was again confirmed in it in October 1656 by Cromwell's third parliament, to which he was re‑elected by Southampton. In December 1657 Cromwell summoned Lisle to his newly established house of peers. Richard Cromwell preserved him in his place; but when the Long parliament met again in May 1659, he was compelled to retire. The house, however, named him on 28 Jan 1660 a commissioner of the admiralty and navy.
When the Restoration was inevitable Lisle escaped to Switzerland, establishing himself first at Vevay and afterwards at Lausanne, where he is said to have "charmed the Swiss by his devotion" and was treated with much respect and ceremony. There he was shot on 11 August 1664, on his way to church, by an Irishman known as Thomas Macdonnell. Lisle was buried in the church of the city.
The known children of John Lisle and Alicia Beconsawe (see #151) were as follows:
a. Alice Lisle [see #75 above].
b. Bridget Lisle was born at England. She married Leonard Hoar M.D., son of Charles Hoar Jr., and Joanna Hinksman, at Boston, Massachusetts. She died on 25 May 1723 at Boston, Massachusetts.
c. Anne Lisle.
d. Mary Lisle.
e. Mabella Lisle.
151. Alicia Beconsawe (Sir. White, #302) was born circa 1614 Of Moyles Court, Ellingham, near Ringwood, Hampshire, England. The registers at Ellingham are not extant at the period of her birth, circa 1614. Occupation: heiress. On 23 October 1630 she became the second wife of John Lisle (see #150), son of William Lisle and Bridget Hungerford, at Ellingham, England.[480], [481], [482] Alicia died on 2 September 1685 at Winchester, Hants, England.
The following is taken from the Dictionary of National Biography: AWilliam Lilly, the astrologer, states in his autobiography on page 63, that Mrs. Lisle visited him in 1643 to consult him about the illness of her friend Sir. Bulstrode Whitelocke. A note states that at the date of Charles I=s execution she was reported to have exclaimed that Aher heart leaped within her to see the tyrant fall;@ but she herself asserted many years later that she Ashed more tears@ for Charles I=s than any woman then living did,[483] and she claimed to have been at the time on intimate terms with the Countess of Monmouth, the Countess of Marlborough, and Edward Hyde, afterwards lord chancellor. She probably shared her husband=s fortunes till his death at Lausanna in 1664. Subsequently she lived quietly at Moyles Court, which she inherited from her father, and she showed while there some sympathy with the dissenting ministers in their trials during Charles II=s reign. Her husband had been a member of Cromwell=s House of Lords, and she was therefore often spoken of as Lady or Lady Alice Lisle. At the time of Monmouth=s rebellion in the first week of July 1685 she was in London, but a few days later returned to Moyles Court. On 20 July she received a message from John Hickes the dissenting minister, asking her to shelter him. Hickes had taken part in Monmouth=s behalf at the battle of Sedgemoor (6 July) and was flying from justice. But, according to her own account, Mrs. Lisle merely knew him as a prominent dissenting minister, and imagined that a warrant was out against him for illegal preaching or for some offence committed in his ministerial capacity. She readily consented to receive him, and he arrived at ten o=clock at night, a few days later, accompanied by the messenger Dunne, and by one Richard Nelthorp, another of Monmouth=s supporters, of whom Mrs. Lisle knew nothing. There arrival was at once disclosed by a spying villager to Colonel Penruddock, who arrived next day (26 July) with a troop of soldiers, and arrested Mrs. Lisle and her guests. Mrs. Lisle gave very confused answers to the colonel, whose father, John Penruddock, a well‑known royalist, had been sentenced to death by her husband. On 27 August 1685 she was tried by special commission before Judge Jeffreys at Winchester, on the capital charge of harboring Hickes, a traitor. No evidence respecting Hickes=s offences was admitted, and in spite of the brutal browbeating by the judge of chief witness, Dunne, no proof was adduced wither that Mrs. Lisle had any ground to suspect Hickes of disloyalty or that she had displayed any sympathy with Monmouth=s insurrection. She made a moderate speech in her own defence. The jury declared themselves reluctant to convict her, but Jeffreys overruled their scruples, and she was ultimately found guilty, and on the morning of the next day (28 Aug) was sentenced to be burnt alive the same afternoon. Pressure was, however, applied to the judge, and a respite till 2 September was ordered. Lady Lisle petitioned James II (31 Aug) to grant her a further reprieve of four days, and to order the substitution of beheading for burning. The first request was refused; the latter was granted. Mrs. Lisle was accordingly beheaded in the market‑place of Winchester on 2 September 1685, and her body was given up to her friends for burial at Ellingham. On the scaffold she gave a paper to the sheriffs denying her guilt, and it was printed, with the ALast Words of Colonel Rumbold,@ 1685, and in AThe Dying Speeches...of several Persons,@ 1689.The first pamphlet was also published in Dutch. The attainder was reversed by a private act of parliament in 1689 at the request of Mrs. Lisle=s two married daughters, Triphena Lloyd and Bridget Usher, on the ground that Athe verdict was in juriously extorted and procured by the menances and violences and other illegal practices: of Jeffreys. The daughter Triphena Lloyd married, at a later date, a second husband named Grove, and her daughter became with wife of Lord James Russell, fifth son of William Russell, first duke of Bedford. Bridget Lisle also married twice; her first husband being Leonard Hoare, president of Harvard University, and her second Hezekiah Usher of Boston, Massachusetts.
Alicia Lisle, of Moyles Court in the County of Southampton, widow, 9 June 1682, with codicil of same date, proved 11 November 1689. To the poor of the parish of Ellingham two pounds within one year after my decease. The overplus (after payment of such debts) to my worthy friends, the said William Tipping and Mrs. Frances Tipping his sister, Richard Lloyed, citizen and linen draper of London, and Triphena his wife, to hold forever upon this especial trust, etc., to discharge my funeral expenses and pay debts, etc., and to pay unto my daughter Anne twelve hundred pounds at the age of one and twenty years or day of marriage, to pay unto my granddaughter (‑‑?‑‑) Hoar, daughter of my daughter Bridget, now in New England, the sum of one hundred pounds at age of one and twenty or day of marriage, to pay unto my daughter Mary one annuity or yearly rent of six pounds during her natural life, but if said daughter Mary marry against their consent said annuity shall cease, to pay to daughter Mabella Lisle an annuity of forty pounds (under same conditions). The residue to be distributed among my daughters or daughters' children as they (the trustees) shall think fit.
Witnesses: Anne Tipping, William Withrington; John Swan and Abiah Browne.
164. Alexander Chappell (Alexander, #264) [Same person as #132 - Double Ancestry]
165. Johann Ellett [Same person as #133 - Double Ancestry]
168. John Beebe (Alexander, #272) [Same person as #136 - Double Ancestry]
169. Alice (‑‑?‑‑) [Same person as #137 - Double Ancestry]
186. Edward Stephens. He married Margaret (‑‑?‑‑) (see #187) before 1589 at England.
The only known child of Edward Stephens and Margaret (‑‑?‑‑) (see #187) was as follows:
a. Margery Stephens [see #93 above].
187. Margaret (‑‑?‑‑). She married Edward Stephens (see #186) before 1589 at England.
Generation Nine
264. Alexander Chappell was born in 1557 at Bath Abbey, Bath, Somerset, England.
The known children of Alexander Chappell and an unknown spouse were as follows:
a. Jane Chappell.
b. Ann Chappell.
c. Alexander Chappell [see #132 above].
272. Alexander Beebe was born circa 1540 at Addington, Northamptonshire, England. We find at Brackley, Northamptonshire, England his occupation was listed as a Shoemaker between 1560‑1624. He married Sarah Elizabeth Bowker (see #273) before 1570 at England. He died in 1624 at Great Addington, Northampton, England. He left a will dated 20 February 1623/24 at Great Addington, Northamptonshire, England.
The known children of Alexander Beebe and Sarah Elizabeth Bowker (see #273) were as follows:
a. John Beebe [see #136 above].
b. James Beebe married Alice (‑‑?‑‑). He died in 1631. His estate was probated on 14 September1633 at Great Addington, Northamptonshire, England.[484]
c. Sarah Beebe married Mr. (‑‑?‑‑) Love.
d. Joan Beebe married Richard Reynolds.
e. Elizabeth Beebe married Peter Crancke.
f. Alice Beebe married Samuel Stratton.
g. Anne Beebe married John Haynes.
273. Sarah Elizabeth Bowker was born circa 1544 at Addington, Northamptonshire, England. She married Alexander Beebe (see #272) before 1570 at England. She died circa 1633 at England.
296. Charles Hoar Sr., was born circa 1572 at Gloucester City, England.[485] He married Margery (‑‑?‑‑) (see #297) circa 1594 at Gloucester City, England.[486] He died in 1632 at Gloucester City, England.[487]
Of the four children of Charles Hoar, Sr., named in this will, Thomas had two sons, Charles and John, also mentioned, but of father or sons nothing further of interest is known with certainty. The names appear in Gloucestershire annals from time to time, but the identification of personalities is not easy.[488]
With Charles Hoar, Sr., the pedigree of the American branch of the family begins. Perhaps the earliest recorded mention of him may be the item in the corporation expenditures when the Spanish Armada was menacing England, 1588: "To Charles Hoare for heir of a horse for two days which Roger Lowe had to Cirencester when he went to bring the soldiers towards portingate." A book, prepared by John Smythe of Nibley for Lord Berkeley, "containing the names and surnames of all able and efficient men in body for his Majesty's service in the wars in the County of Gloucester, with their ages, Personable statures and armours etc.," by the Right Honorable Lieutenant Lord Berkeley, Lord Lieutenant, etc., by direction from his Majesty in August 1608, gives the following account of Charles and Richard Hoare:[489]
"The City of Gloucester, Southward: (page 242)
Charles Hoare, Saddler.2 ca.Tr.
Northward: (page 245)
Richard Hoar, Weaver, 3 p. tr. Hath a corslet furnished."
The figures and abbreviations appended to the names give the personal description. Thus Charles Hoare was about forty years of age, somewhat short of stature, suitable for service with a calvary, and already trained as a soldier. Richard Hoare was between fifty and sixty years of age, of the tallest stature, fitted for a pikeman, and trained in military service.[490]
The Surname of the family of Hoare, originated at the time of the Crusades. The Family was in early ages of distinction in England. They held lands in the 12th Century in South Wales, after its conquest by the Normans. According to the tradition, and an old "Genealogy," the first of the name (Hoar) came from Charles Hoar, of Gloucester, England. He appears to have been a person of note in that place. The "coat of arms" of the "Hoare Family" were used by the Gloucester family.
The children of Charles Hoar Sr. and Margery (‑‑‑?‑‑‑) (see #297) were as follows:[491]
a. Charles Hoar Jr. [see #148 above].
b. Thomas Hoar was born at Gloucester, England.
c. Elinor Hoar was born at Gloucester, England. She married Leonard Tarne circa 1630. Mr. Tarne was sheriff of the county and city of Gloucester in 1630.
d. Anna Hoar. She married Thomas Hill. Thomas was an Alderman in Gloucester; he became mayor of the city in 1640.[492]
297. Margery (‑‑‑?‑‑‑). She married Charles Hoar Sr. (see #296) circa 1594 at Gloucester City, England.[493]
300. William Lisle (Anthony, #600) married Bridget Hungerford (see #301), daughter of John Hungerford and Maryan Berkeley.[494]
The only known child of William Lisle and Bridget Hungerford (see #301) was as follows:
a. John Lisle [see #150 above].
301. Bridget Hungerford (John, #602) She first married William Lisle (see #300), son of Anthony Lisle and Elizabeth Dormer.[495] After the death of William Lisle she then married John Richards.
Note: Unless otherwise stated all Hungerford family information is courtesy of the Hungerford Family Association Society.[496]
Generation Ten
600. Anthony Lisle, Esq. (Thomas, #1200) Of, Wodeton.[497] He married Elizabeth Dormer (see #601), daughter of John Dormer, the daughter of John Dormer Esq., of Steeple Barton in County Oxon.[498]
The only known child of AnthonyLisle and Elizabeth Dormer (see #601) was as follows:
a. William Lisle [see #300 above].
601. Elizabeth Dormer (John, #1202) married Anthony Lisle (see #600), son of Thomas Lisleand Miss. (‑‑?‑‑) Moore.[499]
602. John Hungerford (Anthony, #1204) was christened on 7 August 1566 at Great Bedwyn, Wiltshire, England. He married Maryan Berkeley (see #603) in 1584. He married Ann Goddard on 10 November 1632 at East Woodham, England. He died on 18 March 1633/34 at Down Ampney, Gloucestershire, England, at age 67. He was buried on 20 March 1633/34 at Down Ampney, Gloucestershire, England.
Note: Unless otherwise stated all Hungerford family information is courtesy of the Hungerford Family Association Society.[500]
The children of John Hungerford and Mary or Maryan Berkeley (see #603) were as follows:
a. AnthonyHungerford.
b. Richard Hungerford was christened on 24 May 1590 at Down Ampney, Gloucestershire, England.
c. John Hungerford died in March 1643 at Down Ampney, Gloucestershire, England.
d. Elizabeth Hungerford was christened on 25 October 1593 at Great Bedwyn, Whitshire, England.
e. Mary Hungerford.
f. Bridget Hungerford [see #301 above].
g. Barbara Hungerford died before 1644.
603. Maryan Berkeley was born in 1563. She married John Hungerford (see #602), son of Anthony Hungerford and Bridget Shelley, in 1584. She died on 8 July 1628 at Down Ampney, Gloucestershire, England.
Generation Eleven
1200. Thomas Lisle[501] (Lancelot, #2400). He married Miss. (‑‑?‑‑) Moore (see #1201).[502]
The only known child of Thomas Lisle and Miss. (‑‑?‑‑) Moore (see #1201) was:
a. Anthony Lisle [see #600 above].
1201. Miss. (‑‑?‑‑) Moore. She married Thomas Lisle (see #1200), son of Lancelot Lisle and Anne Wroughton.[503]
1204. Anthony Hungerford[504], [505] (John, #2408) was born in 1540 at Of, Down Ampney, Gloucestershire, England. He married Bridget Shelley (see #1205), daughter of John Shelley and Mary FitzWilliam, circa 1563. He died on 25 May 1594 at Gloucestershire, Down Ampney, England.
Note: Unless otherwise stated all Hungerford family information is courtesy of the Hungerford Family Association Society.[506]
The known children of Anthony Hungerford and Bridget Shelley (see #1205) were as follows:
a. John Hungerford [see #602 above].
b. Anthony Hungerford was born in 1564 at Down Ampney, Gloucestershire, England. He died in 1627 at Black Bourton, England.
c. Anne Hungerford died on 3 May 1583 at Great Bedwyn, Wiltshire, England.
d. Bridget Hungerford died in 1621 at Great Bedwyn, Wiltshire, England.
1205. Bridget Shelley (John, #2410) was born in 1536 at Of, Sussex, England. She married Anthony Hungerford (see #1204), son of John Hungerford and Bridget Margaret Fettiplace, circa 1563. She died on 3 June 1621 at Great Bedwyn, Wiltshire, England.
Generation Twelve
2400. Lancelot Lisle[507] (George, #4800) married Anne Wroughton (see #2401), daughter of Sir. Thomas Wroughton.
The only known child of Lancelot Lisle and Anne Wroughton (see #2401) was as follows:
a. Thomas Lisle [see #1200 above].
2401. Anne Wroughton (Thomas, #4802). She married Lancelot Lisle (see #2400), son of George Lisle and Anna Montgomery.[508]
2408. John Hungerford (Anthony, #4816) was born in 1513 at Of, Down Ampney, Gloucestershire, England. He married Bridget Margaret Fettiplace (see #2409), daughter of John Fettiplace and Dorothy Danvers, in 1534 at England. He married Eleanor Hungerford on 14 June 1563 at Aldermaston, Berkshire, England. He died in 1580 at Of, Down Ampney, Gloucester, England.
Note: Unless otherwise stated all Hungerford family information is courtesy of the Hungerford Family Association Society.[509]
The known children of John Hungerford and Bridget Margaret Fettiplace (see #2409) were as follows:
a. Anthony Hungerford [see #1204 above].
b. Richard Hungerford was born in 1542 at Of, Down Ampney, Gloucester, England. He married Margaret Fettiplace. He died before 1580.
c. John Hungerford. He died in 1591.
d. Henry Hungerford was born in 1544 at Of, Down Ampney, Gloucester, England. He married Elizabeth Beke in 1564 at England. He died in 1581 at South Marston, Wiltshire, England.
e. Anne Hungerford was born in 1546 at Of, Down Ampney, Gloucestershire, England. She married Henry Bridges.
f. Elizabeth Hungerford married Humphrey Fitzwilliam. She died on 15 June 1624.
g. Susan Hungerford was born in 1554 at Of, Down Ampney, Gloucester, England. She married Richard Choke/Cheeke in 1572 at England.
h. Dorothy Hungerford was born in 1550 at Of, Down Ampney, Gloucester, England. She married Anthony Ingram in 1568 at England.
2409. Bridget Margaret Fettiplace[510] (John, #4818) was born in 1514 at Of, Shefford, Berkshire, England. She married John Hungerford (see #2408), son of Anthony Hungerford and Jane Darell, in 1534 at England. She died in 1589 at Down Ampney, Gloucestershire, England.
2410. John Shelley (William, #4820) was born circa 1487 at Of, Clapham, Sussex, England. He married Mary Fitzwilliam (see #2411), daughter of William Fitzwilliam and Maud Mildred Sackville, circa 1514 at Of, Milton, Kent, England. He died on 15 December 1550.
The known children of John Shelley and Mary Fitzwilliam (see #2411) were as follows:
a. William Shelley was born September 1518 Clapham, Sussex, England. He first married Jane Lingen circa 1543 in Clapham, Sussex, England. After the death of Jane he then married Mary Margaret Wriothesley circa 1579 in Clapham, Sussex, England. William died 15 April 1611 in Marshalsea, Dorset shire, England.
b. Eleanor Shelley was born circa 1520 in Clapham, Sussex, England. She married Thomas Norton.
c. Richard Shelley was born circa 1522 in Clapham, Sussex, England.
d. Anne Shelley was born circa 1525 in Clapham, Sussex, England. She married Richard Sherley.
e. John Shelley was born circa 1527 in Clapham, Sussex, England. He married Eleanor Lovell, circa 1585 in East‑Harling, Norfolk, England.
f. James Shelley was born circa 1531 in Clapham, Sussex, England.
g. Elizabeth Shelley was born circa 1533 in Clapham, Sussex, England.
h. Margaret Shelley was born circa 1535 in Clapham, Sussex, England. She married Edward Gage, circa 1556 in Clapham, Sussex, England.
i. Bridget Shelley [see #1205 above].
j. Mary Shelley was born circa 1537 in Clapham, Sussex, England. She married George Cotton.
2411. Mary Fitzwilliam (William, #4822) was born in 1492 at Of, Milton, Kent, England. She married John Shelley (see #2410), son of Sir William Shelley and Alice Belknap, circa 1514 at Of, Milton, Kent, England.
Generation Thirteen
4800. George Lisle[511] (John de Lisle, #9600) He married Anna Montgomery (see #4801), the daughter of Mr. Montgomery, of Calais..
The only known child of George Lisle and Anna Montgomery (see #4801) was as follows:
a. Lancelot Lisle [see #2400 above].
4801. Anna Montgomery was born at Calais, England. She married George Lisle (see #4800), son of John de Lisle and Margaret Bremshot.[512]
4816. Anthony Hungerford (John, #9632) married Dorothy Danvers , daughter of John Danvers and Anne Stradling. He married Jane Darell (see #4817), daughter of Edward Darell and Jane Crofts, circa 1513 at Of, Littlecote, Wiltshire, England.
Note: Unless otherwise stated all Hungerford family information is courtesy of the Hungerford Family Association Society.[513]
The known children of Anthony Hungerford and Jane Darell (see #4817) were as follows:
a. John Hungerford [see #2408 above].
b. Edward Hungerford.
c. Mary Hungerford. She married Henry Clifford.
d. Edmund Hungerford.
e. Elizabeth Hungerford.
f. Anne Hungerford. She first married Master Grey. She married John Blagrave.
g. Joan Hungerford. She married Thomas South.
h. Jane Hungerford.
4817. Jane Darell (Edward, #9634) was born circa 1490 at Ramsbury, Wiltshire, England. She married Anthony Hungerford (see #4816), son of John Hungerford and Margaret Blount, circa 1513 at Of, Littlecote, Wiltshire, England.
4818. John Fettiplace[514] (Richard, #9636) was born circa 1484 at Shefford, Berkshire, England. He married Dorothy Danvers (see #4819), daughter of Sir. John Danvers and Ann Stradling, in 1504 at England.[515] He died on 6 October 1524 at East Shefford, England.[516]
The children of John Fettiplace and Dorothy Danvers (see #4819) were as follows:
a. Edmund Fettiplace was born circa 1505 in Shefford, Berkshire, England. He married Margaret Mordaunte, circa 1526.
b. Thomas Fettiplace was born circa 1506 in Shefford, Berkshire, England.
c. John Fettiplace was born circa 1507 in Shefford, Berkshire, England.
d. Miles Fettiplace was born circa 1508 in Shefford, Berkshire, England.
e. Susanna Fettiplace was born circa 1510 in Shefford, Berkshire, England. She married Thomas Clifford.
f. Anne Fettiplace was born circa 1512 in Shefford, Berkshire, England.
g. Bridget Margaret Fettiplace [see #2409 above].
h. Elizabeth Fettiplace was born circa 1524 in Shefford, Berkshire, England.
4819. Dorothy Danvers (John, #9638) was born circa 1485 at Of, Culworth, Oxfordshire, England. She married John Fettiplace (see #4818), son of Richard Fettiplace and Elizabeth Bessiles, in 1504 at England.[517] She died before 5 February 1559 at East Shefford, Oxon, England.
4820. Sir William Shelley (John, #9640) was born in 1467 at Of, Clapham, Sussex, England. He married Alice Belknap (see #4821), daughter of Henry Belknap and Margaret Knolles, circa 1486 at Of Clapham, Sussex, England. He died before 10 May 1549 at Sussex, England.
The only known child of Sir William Shelley and Alice Belknap (see #4821) was as follows:
a. John Shelley [see #2410 above].
b. James Shelley was born circa 1497 in Maple Durham, Hampshire England.
c. Margaret Shelley was born circa 1499 in Maple Durham, Hampshire England.
d. Richard Shelley was born circa 1501 in Maple Durham, Hampshire England.
e. Edward Shelley was born circa 1503 in Maple Durham, Hampshire England. He died in Scotland.
f. Thomas Shelley was born circa 1506 in Maple Durham, Hampshire England. He married Mary Copley, circa 1520 in Hampshire. England.
