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Genealogy of the Descendants of Thomas French Who Came to America from Nether Heyford, Northamptonshire, England, and Settled in Berlinton (Burlington) in the Province and Country of West New Jersey, of which he was one of the Original Proprietors, together with William Penn, Edward Byllynge, Thomas Ollive, Gauen Laurie and Others With some account of Colonial Manners and Doings Setting up of Friends' Meetings, Copies of Old Minutes and other Particular Writings of Public Interest, Curious and Rare Papers in Fac-simile, Noteworthy Happenings and Places, etc. Together with One Hundred and Fifty Picture Prints Compiled and Published by Howard Barclay French Of the Seventh Generation Volume I PHILADELPHIA PRIVATELY PRINTED 1909 C-^'^'oL'^' "^ Copyright Howard B. French 1909 ..,.o=\ [library of OOMSnESsf .3,1 !'«'' Cl_ AA'.. INC. IN LOVING REMEMBRANCE OF MY HONORED AND REVERED FATHER SAMUEL H. FRENCH THIS WORK IS AFFECTIONATELY DEDICATED Those ivJio do not treasrti-e up the memory of their ancestors^ do not deserve to be re- mefnbered by posterity. — Edmund Burke. LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS PAGE Howard Barclay French [1406] Frontispiece Fire-set Belonging to Charles French [143] ix Sycamore Tree, Burlington, N. J 26 Gov. Samuel Jennings' House, " Green Hill " 28 First Page " Burlington Meeting Records," 1678 30 Burlington Meeting House, 1691 30 Burlington Meeting House, 1785 32 St. Mary's P. E. Church, Burlington, N. J., 1769 34 Title Page, Gabriel Thomas' History of West New Jersey, 1698 36 Church S. S. Peter and Paul, Nether Heyford, Eng., 1200 40 Church S. S. Peter and Paul, Nether Heyford, Interior View 42 Church St. Michael, Bugbrooke, Eng., 1200 44 Persecution of Thomas French and Others, 1657 46 Petition of " Quakers " to King Charles II, 1663 47 Gov. Franklin's House, "Franklin Park," N. J., 1770 48 Map of Lands Taken up by Pioneer Settlers 50 Family Bible of Thomas FFrench, Progenitor 52 to 62 First Page, " Concessions and Agreements," 1676 68 First Signature Page, "Concessions and Agreements" 72 Last Signature Page, "Concessions and Agreements" 76 Thomas FFrench's Cattle Marks, 1680 75 Prerogative Seal of New Jersey, 1682 77 Leaf from " Council of Proprietors' Minute Book," 1688 80 Colonial Oil Lamp 82 Table in Burlington Meeting House 91 Marriage Certificate, Richard French and Mary King, 1701 96 Meeting Certificate for Richard French, 1733 100 V vi LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS PAGE Chesterfield Meeting House, Crosswicks, N. J., 1776 112 Chesterfield Meeting PIouse, Crosswicks, N. J., Rear View 114 Deed of Gift, Thomas FFrench to Son Thomas, 1694 116 Survey of Land for Thomas French, 1732 125 Haddonfield Meeting House, 1760 138 Abington Meeting House, 1700 and 1756 147 Surveyor General's Office, Burlington, N. J., 1825 152 Colonial Advertisement, 1722 157 Fireplace Bellows, 1 730 1 73 Village Green, Nether Heyford, Eng 174 Ancient Chair in Burlington Meeting House, 1700 180 Warming Pan, Seventeenth Century 184 Sycamore and Walnut Trees, Gloucester, N. J 200 Tombstone, Preserve Brown 206 Philadelphia in 1720 220 Bordentown Meeting House, 1741 220 Upper Springfield Meeting House, 1 727 226 Shreve Homestead, Mt. Pleasant, N. J., 1725 and 1742 230 Francis French [116] House, near Almonesson, N. J 234 Old Colestown (N. J.) P. E. Church, 1751 (St. Mary's) 238 Old Colestown (N. J.) P. E. Church (St. Mary's), Interior View 240 Colonial Money of New Jersey, 1 763 239 St. Mary's Monument, Colestown, N. J., 1907 241 Family Spinning Wheel 252 Colonial Money of New Jersey, 1 776 265 Evesham Meeting House, Mt. Laurel, N. J., 1760 and 1798 266 American House, Haddonfield, N. J., 1750 284 Colonial Clock, 1720 285 Chest Brought From England by Henry Wood, 1682 292 " Petticoat Bridge," Burlington Co., N. J., 1778 306 Advertisement, Wm. French Jr. [Ill] Plaster Mii.i., 1803 333 Falls Meeting House, Bucks Co., Pa., 1789 334 Gloria Dei (Old Swedes') Church, Philada., 1700 336 Edward French [121] House, near West Moorestown, N. J., 1770-1850 342 Edward French [121] House, near West Moorestown, N. J 344 Comb-back Chair, 1790 361 LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS vii PAGE Robert French [131] House, near Moorestown, N. J 362 MooRESTOWN (Chester) Meeting House, 1802 368 Moorestown Meeting House (Orthodox), 1897 372 Foot Warmer, 1 750 375 Candlestick and Snuffers, 1770 383 Marriage Certificate, Jacob French and Elizabeth Stokes, 1772 384 A Relic of the Nursery, 1 749 385 Silhouette, Samuel French [141], 1748-1814 387 Silhouette, Sarah (Heulings) French, 1752-1806 387 Samuel French [141] Homestead, near Mullica Hill, N. J 388 Silver Pieces, Charles [42] and Samuel French [141] 392 Chatelaine Hook, Ann H. French [361] 395 Mullica Hill Meeting House, 1804 396 Subscriptions to Friends' School, Mullica Hill, N. J., 1789 397 Desk Belonging to Samuel French [141] 398 Plan of French's Estate, near Mullica Hill, N. J 399 Mickleton (Upper Greenwich) Meeting House, 1798 400 Walnut Table Belonging to Sarah (Heulings) French 404 Wrightstown Meeting House, 1787 405 Parlor Chair, 1760 409 Charles French [143] House, near Fellowship, N. J., 17 — and 1785 410 Charles French [143] House, near Fellowship, N. J., End View, 1785 412 Charles French [143] House, Moorestow'n, N. J., 1820 414 Charles French [143] Rear Lawn, Moorestown, N. J 416 Portrait, Elizabeth (French) Gill [372] 418 Portrait, John Gill "^18 John Gill House, King's Highway, Haddonfield, N. J., 1841 420 Sofa Belonging to Charles French [143] 421 New Jersey in the War of 1812 423 Ancient Family China Piece 430 Bill for Merchandise Bought of Charles French [147], 1792 434 Walnut Dressing Table, 1700 449 VIU LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS Signature of PAGE Allen, Joseph 397 Mathew 80, 86, 120, 123 Atkinson, Samuei 132 Black, George [389] 430 Samuel [384] 430 WiLLLVM 429 BoRTON, Jacob 347 Breintnall, John 202 Brick, Abigail [139] 383 John (3rd) 382 Brown, Mary 182 Preserve (Jr.) 182, 218 BuRROUGH, Samuell 120, 123 Buzby, Nicholas 177 Richard 145 Cattell, James 263 Clark, William 120, 123 Clemdkies, Edward 132 Cowperthwaite, John 120 Creighton, Hugh 283 Elles, Hannah 397 Fish, Justa 120 French, Benjamin [30] 233 Charles [8] 80, 89 Charles (Jr.) [42] 277 Charles (3rd) [143] 416 Charles [147] 435 Charles H. [296] 347 Edward [36] 130 Edward [121] 346 Elizabeth [372] 419 Elizabeth 437 George [123] 355 Hannah 263, 265 Howard B. [1406] . .Frontispiece page James [132] 375 John (Jr.) [44] 173 M.^RY 136 Mary 282 Richard [5] 89, 108 Richard [120] 339 Robert [35] 134, 260, 262 Robert (Jr.) [131] 372 Samuel [141] 383, 394, 397 Thomas [1] 77 Thomas [6] ..120, 123, 132, 171 Thomas (3rd) 133} 246 Thomas [129] 361 Uriah [122] 349 William [27] 233 Gardnier, Ephriam 397 Gibson, Joseph (Jr.) 397 Grubb, Henry 80 Harris, Sam 108 Heulings, Jacop, 125 Jacob (Jr.) 401 Hollingshead, Eleanor [144].. 425 Hugh F. [380] 419 Hootten, Benjamin 397 HuGG, John 192 Iredell, Abraham 397 Jewell, John 80 LippiNcoTT, Jacob 132 Rebekah 397 Thom.-vs 197 Matlack, Joseph 419 Mickle, John 200 Middleton, Tho 188 Nathan 267 Moore, Benjami.n 397 LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS IX PAGE MuRFiN, Sarah 182 Pancoast, Aauon' 397 PiTTMAN, Richard 120, 123 Revell, Tho. 80 Roberts, Agnes 397 RuDDEROW, John 120, 123 Scattergood, Jos. Surrogate.... 108 Scholey, Joseph 182 Sharp, Hugh 90 Shreve, Benjamin 108, 228 Benjamin [210] 300 Caleb (Jr.) [213] 300 PAGE Israel [107] 311, 320 Stiles, Robert 120, 123 Stockdell, Jarves 199 Stokes, John 290 Sunderland, Wh.liam 108 Walker, John 120, 123 Wallis, Thomas 120, 123 Westland, Nath 80 Wills, Elizabeth [142] 408 James 171 Moses 430 FIRE-SET BELONGING TO CHARLES FRENCH, 3RD [143]. i 1 AS A TALE THAT IS TOLD FTER five and thirty years a work voluntarily assumed is happily and thankfully completed and placed in the hands of the members of the family who wished copies printed for their use. It is scarcely necessary to refer to the fact, always in evidence in genealogical work, that omissions constantly occur. Who among our readers can realize what the gathering of the material from countless and in many instances long hidden sources on both sides of the sea, its careful preparation, painstak- ing verification, laborious compilation and final passage through the press, has been? The difficulties and discouragements met with on every hand can scarcely be conceived. In some cases those who should have been the most ready and eager to help, have been strangely indifferent and seemingly hostile to honest truth seeking inquiry. Many letters have re- mained unanswered for unknown reasons; doubtless, in some cases, because reliable registers have not been kept, and in others are quite lost. Thus family records are left incomplete ; and in some instances mistakes may have been transcribed by those sending what was in their possession. Many others have gladly and willingly cooperated to the extent of their knowledge and opportunity. Thus little by little, patiently and earnestly, the fast disappear- ing threads of a family history, than which there can be none more interesting and inspiring, have been gathered up and woven together day by day, month by month, year by year. Far from complete is the story that is told. There are breaks in the narra- tive which cannot be covered ; records have been lost, memory has failed, and half revealed facts have at times barred the way. Yet the enlarged and fascinating transcript given is one which may be reviewed with supreme satis- faction by every living descendant of the rugged and heroic pioneer who, with the scars of suffering for conscience sake upon him, stepped upon the bank of the Delaware that late summer morning, two hundred and twenty- eight years ago, with his faithful wife and nine children, the youngest only four years of age. Thomas ffrench — his quaint original way of spelling the xi xii AS A TALE THAT IS TOLD family name — was one of the men who found empires and republics, and through the line of his descendants there runs the distinctive marks, strong and clearly defined, of a pure mind, high purpose, inflexible honesty, never flagging industry and all the essential qualities of upright and successful manhood and womanhood. The old motto of the family, Malo Mori Quam FcEDARi (I would rather die than be debased), fully exemplifies the general characteristics of his descendants. There has been a steadfast purpose also, widening and strengthening all the while, to make this book a living picture of the times of which it treats. It is with satisfaction that the record here submitted embraces so much of general historic interest, which in itself involved an immense amount of labor and great expense ; and the photographer and engraver at their best, have been impressed to make the picture presented graphic and delightful. The publication reproduces many Friends' Meeting Houses and places of special interest to that Society, whose faithful members did so much toward laying broad and deep the foundations of the American Republic. It is desired here to make acknowledgment of the invaluable services of many Friends some of whom have no personal interest in the book. The New Jersey State Librarian, New Jersey and Pennsylvania Historical Societies, Friends' Libraries, Philadelphia, the Philadelphia Library, Public Libraries of Woodbury, Camden, Haddonfield and Burlington, and Court Record Officials at Trenton, Mount Holly, Camden, Woodbury and Philadelphia have extended courtesies which are gratefully acknowledged. The enthu- siastic work of Charles S. French and his able assistance for many years as an earnest co-laborer cannot be overestimated. This can also be said of my cousins, Sarah French Whitall and Margaret B. French ; and of my secretary, Clara G. Sheppard, who has for many years devoted every spare moment to correspondence, records and data, compiling and revising with unceasing diligence and fidelity. Able assistance has been rendered by Anna M. North,* of Trenton, N. J., and also by Edwin K. Hart, the veteran journalist, whose skill and experience as writer and editor have been put to the best uses in the final revision and publication. To these and many others heartfelt appre- ciation is here cordially expressed. Those who may observe statements concerning matters of historical interest somewhat different from other publications should bear in mind the fact that * It is with feelings of deepest regret that I have to note the death of my friend and co-laborer, Anna M. North, who died 5th mo. 16th, 1908. AS A TALE THAT IS TOLD xiii the information here presented was obtained from original records and ac- cepted authorities, after most intelligent and careful research. This applies to the history of localities, meetings, and individuals, as well as to graphic reproduction of documents, wills, deeds, minutes, etc. Reliability has been the test constantly applied in all departments of inquiry, made all the more necessary by the multiplicity of current errors concerning persons and events of the past. Let us hope that coming generations of the French family and the large number of allied families interested wall make a record as worthy of remem- brance and emulation as those who silently follow each other through these pages. Howard B. French Philadelphia^ November, igo8 SPIRIT AND MISSION OF QUAKERISM COKING backward seven generations the thoughtful Amer- ican citizen of to-day can take a calm, rational, just and philosophical review of the inspiration, rise, marvellous development, far reaching influence and beneficent effects of Quakerism. No other great movement of a reforma- tory and religious character ever was more timely, or more urgently needed. None ever seemed more directly the outcome of divine purpose and control over the destinies of mankind. None ever more impres- sively illustrated the truth contained in the burning words of Holy Writ : " Not by might, nor by power, but by my Spirit, saith the Lord of hosts." The British realm was convulsed with a stormy revolution in which the blood of a dethroned king mingled with that of his rebellious subjects. The fierce contention of partisans thrilled the nation and fixed the wondering attention of the civilized world. The sword had been appealed to and on many iields of carnage the issue had been met. Established government had been overthrown and some advance made in human liberty and the recogni- tion of popular rights. Yet the triiunph of the Commonwealth was but fleet- ling. In a little while royal power was again supreme and wielded with defiant forgetfulness of the lesson taught by the headsman of Whitehall. Meanwhile, every element of furious and relentless persecution exhausted the means of destruction aimed at the disciples and supporters of the man of peace who had found the secret of irrepressible devotion to what he be- lieved to be the truth. It was a strange spectacle, an exhibition of hiiman perversity, blindness, injustice and unwisdom which makes the darkest page in English history. Neither cajolery, argument, threats, shameless robbery under forms of law, imprisonment, physical torture nor edicts of banishment from home and kindred, could put out the fires that blazed within the hearts of these witnesses of the Inner Light. Within twenty years nearly ten thou- sand passed through prison gates, and upward of two hundred and fifty lives were directly sacrificed, yet higher and higher rose the swelling tide of testi- mony for righteousness. XV xvi SPIRIT AND MISSION OF QUAKERISM Through it all there was no intended disrespect for legitimate authority, rightfully and justly exercised. No people the world ever knew were more intensely loyal to self-respecting rulers than the Quakers. The iron-hearted but clear-headed Cromwell had openly recognized their immovable integrity. " Here is a people," he said, " whom I cannot buy with money, gifts nor offices." And when, upon a notable occasion, a number of self-sacrificing men and women came to him to plead that they might take the places of others, worn and weary and dying in jail, he cried out to his amazed courtiers : "Who among you would do such a thing for me?" Repeated expressions of profound respect for rulers were put forth. There was no resentment, no sullen treasuring up of multiplied wrongs, with evident purpose to square the account when opportunity offered. The spirit of peace, forgiveness and blessing was ever present, ever manifest, ever active and sincere, with the self-consciousness of a happy reward that made the heavens ring with the joy that could not be confined nor suppressed. The story of the persecution of the Quakers, at home and abroad, even in this land, whither their pursuers had fled to escape like injustice and suffer- ing, will be pondered with amazement by future historians. Millions of the best men and women of this Republic to-day are all unconscious of the inspir- ing fact that they have their ancestral roots in the little companies of heroic souls who passed through the fiery furnace, seven times heated, during the last half of the seventeenth century. And out of all this time of trial was to come a sequel little dreamed of by the drifting royal opportunist when, lazily floating in his pleasure barge on the Thames, one summer afternoon in 1677, he waved a kindly adieu and gave his kingly blessing as he saw the crowded decks of the good ship Kent, then lifting anchor and setting sail for the new world. "Are these Quakers?" indifferently asked Charles II. Aye, and more than that! They were the real advance couriers of the coming great Empire of the West. All that had gone before, all that had been done before, only comprised a fragmentary beginning. Now the serious and lasting, united and effective work of nation building was about to begin on the quiet banks of the Delaware. Only men and women of consecrated purpose, the purest lives, dauntless courage, sublime faith and never-ending endurance could have met the exacting demands, car- ried out faithfully and effectively the lofty aim that animated these heroic yet humble spirited pioneers. Upon what apparently trifling things great affairs often turn. For half SPIRIT AND MISSION OF QUAKERISM xvii a century the political and commercial leaders of the old world had been learning little by little of the undeveloped continent beyond the great sea. In our own aggressive time it seems incomprehensible that more energetic and successful inquiry should not have been made, under the auspices of powerful governments with the ready cooperation of eager self-seekers. No man of that age dreamed of the commercial possibilities of America. The men of Jamestown, Plymouth, New Amsterdam, New Netherlands, Maryland and the Carolinas were regarded as fanatical zealots ; suggestively and almost derisively termed in official documents and current chronicles " adventurers." And such they truly were, for every hour of their lives, on sea or land, was one of peril and uncertainty. The vast and gloomy wooded wilderness was forbidding enough ; but the wild and fierce creatures of the forest comprised the least ever-present danger. Terrorizing tales of multitudes of bold and warlike savages thrilled every heart. The course pursued by many of the early colonists towards the natives had been the very essence of unwisdom and injustice. Out of it all was to come the most remarkable transforma- tion known to mankind. Yet it was the personal recklessness and improvidence of a few royal and semi-royal spendthrifts that directly opened the way for the industrious set- tlement of the new and unknown lands, contemporary with the amazing stupidity, from a national standpoint, involved in driving from their firesides and their native hillsides and hamlets tens of thousands of the best men and women of the realm. Pondering the cruel problem before them, the suffer- ing Quakers learned that the prodigal head of the restored kingdom had flung away to his waiting brother, the Duke of York, who in a little while was to succeed him as James II, millions of acres, and that in order to have money to spend in continued luxury and extravagance, he in turn had sold this gift of fabulous richness rightly handled, for a song, to two men, neither of whom knew nor cared what it was worth, or made the least effort to find out. They likewise were ready for an easy and quick speculation, and the financial embarrassment of a third party ended in the most extraordinary land transaction in the world's history. Not only was the greater part of colonial New Jersey sold for a little more than the money value of one hundred thousand dollars to-day, or about three cents an acre, but the short sighted King, to free himself from the burden of an annoying obligation, squared the long-standing account with the son of his deceased creditor, and thus for $400,000 \\'illiam Penn became the 2 xviii SPIRIT AND MISSION OF QUAKERISM possessor of an embryo empire. The amount paid for Pennsylvania, two hundred and twenty-five years ago, would to-day scarcely buy half a dozen corner lots in the business center of any one of its thriving cities. It seemed as though all things were at hand for the ready carrying out of some grand scheme for the lasting benefit of humanity. Twenty-five years of trial, through which strong men and self-sacrificing women had suffered martyrdom with sublime patience and endurance, had prepared their souls and bodies for the ordeal ahead. They faced the dangers of the great deep and the unknown perils and hardships of the wilderness, with calm self- reliance and exalted faith in the guidance and care of Him whom they served with unvarying fidelity. They had sounded the depths of brotherly love and were prepared to treat with gentleness and the kindliest trustfulness the wondering natives, whose utmost confidence was thus speedily won and never lost. There is nothing more touching and beautiful in human annals than this close and happy intermingling with the untutored children of the forest. Even before these mild mannered, honest faced, open hearted strangers had stepped upon the shores of the Delaware, their wants were anticipated and a welcome extended that must have brought tears of joy to many trembling mothers holding their helpless little ones to their bosoms. " The Indians are very loving to us," wrote one of the Burlington pioneers, and therein was revealed the whole marvellous story, the full answer to the heartfelt prayers for protection and safety which had been daily offered up during the long and weary voyage. Already conscienceless adventurers had brought evil upon the Indian and he was only too eager to make a lasting treaty of peace and sobriety and mutual protection with those of different principles and habits and purposes. " We will make a broad path," said a wise old chief, at one of the earliest councils, near Burlington. "If in passing the white man sees an Indian asleep, he will not disturb him. And if the Indian sees the white man asleep, he will pass by and not harm him." Words of child-like simplicity and goodwill that must have made the angel watchers that hovered over the camp of this new Israel drop tears of joy. For seventy years peace reigned in Pennsylvania, until indeed, the white man's perfidy brought the destruction of war ; while no conflict with the red man ever stained the history of the state founded by the peaceful and just men of Shrewsbury, Salem, and Burlington. Food was voluntarily furnished in many a crisis, when the settlers were in sore straits. Lands w-ere released on terms that now seem incredible. Within a little more than thirty days SPIRIT AND MISSION OF QUAKERISM xix after the arrival of the pioneer settlers in 1677, deeds were signed covering an area nearly equal to one half the acreage of the State to-day. Shelter was offered the poorest wayfarer and in the quiet little meeting houses the dark skinned hunters and trappers with their wives and children were soon found drinking eagerly from the same mysterious fountain mental and spirit- ual strength. One of the earliest marriages at Burlington, number three on the recorded Friends' Meeting list, was that of a young Friend of Fenwick's colony at Salem, with an Indian maiden of winning ways and high character, as her subsequent life happily showed. This modest little daughter of a chief was treated with the same high consideration extended to her white sisters of the most influential families. Her marriage certificate was signed by the relig- ious and social leaders of the community. The scene was one worthy to be commemorated by the most gifted artist. Often children were left in the care of Indian neighbors while their parents journeyed from home, or attended Yearly Meeting, and without a single betrayal of trust. Many of these trusty allies sought the privilege of a last resting place beside their good friends. In God's acre they sleep peacefully with those whom they welcomed when fleeing from oppression and peril in their own land. Sometime, mayhap, the darkness that has encompassed the American Indian will be penetrated and it will be revealed that these strange people, possessed of such remarkable traits and character, came from progenitors of the human race who were closely allied with the brightest type of mankind ever known. The purpose of the Quaker colonists was, as they frankly said, to lay the foundations broad and deep, based upon the very highest principles of justice. Liberty of the individual and freedom of conscience were assured to all, not only to those of their own faith. By example and precept they sought to make Pennsylvania and New Jersey model Commonwealths, where all men should have every right guaranteed. They were constitution makers and nation builders of superior wisdom, wonderful foresight, broad minded patri- otism. It was the full flower of their work which inspired the admiring tribute of the greatest English statesman of the nineteenth century. " The Constitution of the United States," said Mr. Gladstone, " is the wisest docu- ment ever conceived by the mind of man." In the industrial arena these always zealous workers wrought mightily. The purse-proud drone and social parasite of our time was unknown amongst them. They reduced the forest, redeemed waste places, developed resources, XX SPIRIT AND MISSION OF QUAKERISM established and fostered trade, and all the while maintained the highest standard of commercial integrity. The records of the business meetings of their religious society bear constant testimony to their determination to permit no variation from the strictest principles of honesty, while every effort was made to settle all differences quietly and peaceably, without even recourse to law. They were the original and consistent friends and exponents of arbi- tration, and well it would have been for those who have come after them, in all the walks of life, if this wise and just example had been followed. Their abhorrence of every aspect of warfare forbade them bearing arms, but they were never lacking in loyalty to rightful government. During the Revolution they were often subjected to ill-founded suspicion and rash injus- tice. But when the conflict was over, no one bore more willing and deserved tribute to their purity of motive and upright conduct than Washington him- self. Upon one occasion while he was President, he asked an esteemed Friend on what principle he had opposed the war. " On the same prin- ciple," was the reply, " that I should be opposed to a change in this govern- ment. All that ever was gained by revolutions is not an adequate compensa- tion to the poor mangled soldier for loss of life or limb." Washington pondered deeply and then earnestly said: "I honor your sentiments; there is more in that than mankind have generally considered." In social life the Quakers lived upon the loftiest plane. Here, again, their meeting records show how zealous they were for the preservation of the honor and safety of the home. Then as now they could not look with the least shadow of toleration upon any infraction of the moral law. Without the elaborate and pretentious hygienic knowledge of our day of scientific advance- ment, their homes, plain and simple in every appointment, were the abode of cleanly healthfulness, self-restraint and self-control, that rendered lon- gevity, barring accident, the natural inheritance of almost every child of sound parentage. The blood of more than two hundred years of Quakerism, with its strain of English, Irish, Welsh and Scotch vigor and French Hugue- not refinement, has produced a people of unequalled physical purity and strength. Their contribution in this respect alone, to the welfare and hap- piness of the American people, has been of immeasurable value. That they may not only not diminish in numbers or influence, but grow in strength everywhere, must be the earnest wish of every one having the interests of the human race at heart. No subject was nearer the hearts of Friends than education. With earnest SPIRIT AND MISSION OF QUAKERISM xxi solicitude for the welfare of future generations — and their enlightened sym- pathy in this respect was not confined to their own Society circles — they founded schools of superior character in every community, in some instances before neighborhood meeting houses were built. At Burlington this matter was taken up soon after the establislinient of a meeting, it being specially provided by the Assembly, in 1682, that the revenues from an adjacent island should be exclusively devoted to the cause of education. Many of these schools were the predecessors of famous institutions in the educational world. The first school in Philadelphia was established by Friends in 1683 ; and six years later, at the earnest suggestion of the founder of the colony, what has been known for over two hundred years as the Penn Charter School was founded, its formal charter dating from 1698. It is a significant fact that great numbers of the most discerning people having no connection with the Society of Friends have placed their children, with entire confidence and to their great benefit, in the care of Friends' teachers. The pioneer schools were generally located near meetings and were cooperative neighbors. It was an impressive union of moral, religious and intellectual forces always working for the common good. In the higher arena of spiritual life Quakerism has fulfilled a mission as surely God- given as it has been abundantly blessed by every possible mani- festation of Divine favor. It was no new thing the shepherd boy of Leices- ter discovered and so fervently and successfully taught. He only revealed to those sitting in darkness and others led away by empty formality and still others lost in the wilderness of sinful indulgences and neglect, the real character, possibilities, privileges and joy of the soul. Opening wide his young heart and earnestly seeking the light of truth from its true and only source, he was vouchsafed in overwhelming measure knowledge, comfort, courage, experience and strength which made him a flaming herald of righteousness. In a single sentence George Fox summed up his conclusive faith. " I saw," said he, " that Christ died for all men and had enlightened all men and women with His divine and saving light and that no man could be a true believer but who believed in it." That he was not self-deceived, the victim of a too exalted imagination, was quickly shown by the multitude of rejoicing followers who were ready to testify to the presence within their own souls of a light and joy never before known. That there was, also, readiness for self-sacrifice was speedily demonstrated. Yawning jails and xxii SPIRIT AND MISSION OF QUAKERISM dungeons had no terrors for these devoted people. Men of refined character and delicately nurtured women bowed their necks to the yoke of oppression and endured hardships with a meekness and fortitude that must ever com- mand the admiration of mankind. George Bancroft, the ablest and fairest minded of American historians, beautifully sums up the lesson of that wonderful period, when he says : " Far from rejecting Christianity, the Quaker insisted that he alone held it in its primitive simplicity. The skeptic forever vibrated, the Quaker was fixed. To him Christianity was freedom. He loved to remember that the patriarchs were graziers, that the prophets were mechanics and shepherds. To him there was joy in the thought that the brightest image of divinity on earth had been born in a manger, had been reared under the roof of a car- penter. Every avenue of truth was to be kept open. The Inner Light to the Quaker is not only the revelation of truth, but the guide of life and the oracle of duty." The zeal of Friends for the propagation of the truth as it was revealed to them was boundless. Their feet hardly touched the ground in Burlington and elsewhere before they arranged meetings for worship, often sitting under the trees, or gathering in one another's houses or even barns, until other places could be built. There were thank offerings from full hearts and the missionary spirit was instantly manifested. Many gifted with speech and highly favored with clearness of view were eager to carry the gospel tidings to those deprived of special privileges. The story of these pioneer preach- ers and their journeyings to and fro through the wilderness is as fascinating as it is inspiring. Their quaint journals portray all unconsciously their own spiritual devotion and show the unity and love which pervaded the people. Wayside meetings would be held at short notice, with great comfort to all concerned. Friends never were too busy to assemble and reverently listen to the sweet story of old. It was not stout-hearted and strong-bodied men alone who thus traveled in all directions and in all seasons to minister to those in need. Scores of devoted women left their comfortable homes, threading the bridle paths through the forests, crossing on horseback swollen streams, meeting the lone Indian by the way without fear, often stopping at his wigwam, cabin or cave, hearing the shrill cry of the panther and the wolf. They journeyed to the bleak hillsides of New England, to the far South, to the border settlements along the Susquehanna and Wyoming. They crossed again the ocean and labored with the Friends left behind in the fatherland. SPIRIT AND MISSION OF QUAKERISM xxiii The literature of memorials and journals concerning these first ambassadors of righteousness in the American wilderness will be read by coming genera- tions with increasing interest and spiritual profit. The long roll of names tenderly recalled and talked of around the fireside by successive generations comprises a list of Christian workers worthy of everlasting remembrance. In every good word and work the Friends were and have always been zealous, self-sacrificing, unwearied. In the spirit of truth they have labored faith- fully. Their mission has been to bless and help mankind, to illustrate in their own calm, pure, contented lives the teachings of the Master whom they serve in quietness and peace. GENEALOGY OF THE DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH THE COLONIAL DAWN HE exact date of the first settlement of New Jersey is not fixed by accepted historical records. The earliest colonists were Dutch from Holland, about 1620, who planted a col- ony near the present site of Bergen. In 1623 another com- pany, under Captain Cornelius Mey, settled on the east side of the Delaware, nearly opposite where Philadelphia was located more than half a century later. They built Fort Nassau, on what is now known as Timber creek, a stream which enters the Delaware a short distance below Camden. During the ensuing forty years, Swedes, Finns, Dutch and English struggled for supremacy, until, in 1664, Charles II, of England, disregarding all rival claims, granted all the territory between the Delaware and Connecticut rivers to his brother, the Duke of York, who later succeeded him as James II, and forcibly took possession. Pending complete subjection of the country, the Duke sold all his claims to Lord Berkley and Sir George Carteret, M'ho named the tract New Jersey, in honor of Sir George, who as governor of the island of Jersey, had loyally sustained Charles in his contest with parliament and Cromwell. There was much difficulty in establishing permanent and satisfactory local government. In 1673, Berkley sold his interest in the proprietorship to John Fenwick and Edward Byllynge, Quakers, who later conveyed a controlling interest to AVilliam Penn, who had become much interested in the project, and two other Quakers of financial responsibility, Gauen Laurie and Nicholas Lucas. In 1675, Fenwick brought over a colony of upwards of two hundred persons 25 26 GENEALOGY OF THE and established a settlement on the Delaware at an attractive place which he called Salem, in view of its peaceful and inviting aspect. In 1677 another company of homeseekers came from London, made up almost entirely of English and Irish Quakers, locating some sixty miles farther up the river, founding Burlington. Thus the permanent settlement of West Jersey was begun by strong men and heroic women. For some years the province was divided into East and West Jersey. In February, 1682, the upper territory, as far north as the Hudson river, was purchased by William Penn a,nd eleven associates, all men of means, high character and influence, and later twelve others were added. One of these, Robert Barclay, an able Scotchman and influential Friends' minister, was made Governor. Through wise and just administration the country became an asylum for the oppressed and entered upon an era of industrial develop- ment and great prosperity. Under a subdivided proprietorship and gover- norship, however, many difficulties arose; and in 1702 the proprietors sur- rendered the civil government to the British crown, retaining all personal property rights in the land, under the original agreements of purchase. Lord Cornbury became the first governor, under Queen Anne. FIRST CONSTITUTION OF NEW JERSEY The great charters of civil and religious liberty granted the settlers of New England were duplicated by the first Constitution of New Jersey, afterward reappearing in all essential particulars, in Pennsylvania. Formulated by Berkley and Carteret, and signed February 10, 1664, it was entitled: "The Concessions and Agreement of the Lords Proprietors of the Province of New Caesarea, or New Jersey, to and with all and every of the Adventurers, and all such as shall settle or plant there." It was provided that government should be vested in a governor, six councillors, whom he should choose, and an Assembly, to be chosen by the people. Loyalty to the crown of England was required. The Assembly was to make all laws needful, create courts and provide for the common defense. Faithful and impartial execution of every civil trust was guaranteed. The next section was the most important of all ; it declared as follows : " That no person qualified as aforesaid, within the said province, at any time shall be any ways molested, punished, disquieted or called in question, for any difference in opinion or practice in matters of religious concernments, SYCAMORE TREE, BURLINGTON, N. J., OVER 300 YEARS OLD To which tradition says pioneer vessels were moored DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 27 who do not actually disturb the civil peace of the said province; but that all and every such person and persons may, from time to time, and at all times, freely and fully have and enjoy his and their judgments and con- sciences, in matters of religion, throughout the said province, they behaving themselves peaceably and quietly, and not using this liberty to licentiousness, nor to the civil injury or outward disturbance of others; any law, statute or clause contained, or to be contained, usage or custom of this realm of England, to the contrary thereof in any wise notwithstanding." Seven years' occupancy and use of land secured permanency of title. As an inducement to industrious settlers it was provided that every freeman becoming a member of the colony at the beginning should be given one hun- dred and fifty acres of land for himself and one hundred and fifty acres for every able-bodied man servant, seventy- five acres for each minor servant above fourteen years, and seventy-five acres was to be given to each " Chris- tian servant " at the expiration of his term of service. FOUNDING OF THE COMMONWEALTH Twelve years after the issuance of the Berkley-Carteret proclamation of settlement, the first organized movement towards acceptance of its liberal provisions was inaugurated in London. On the third of March, 1676, about one hundred and fifty earnest-minded men, including William Penn, Gauen Laurie, Thomas Lambert, Thomas Ollive, Thomas ffrench, Edward Byllynge and Henry Stacy, signed a paper entitled, " The Concessions and Agree- ments of the proprietors, freeholders and inhabitants of the province of West New Jersey in America." This now historic document, in the preparation of which William Penn played a large part, followed the main lines of the Berkley-Carteret paper, making still further provision for the successful planting of the new colony and its wise and efficient government. Conmiis- sioners were to be selected and appointed to represent the lords proprietors and the settlers and to have power to order and manage the affairs of the province. They were also to divide the land into stated provisions of ten parts each, or proprieties, these to be subdivided. Future Commissioners were to be elected by the citizens. An Assembly, or legislative body, was to succeed the Commissioners, the members being chosen by the people, by ballot. An outline of governmental provisions and legislation was given, the pur- 28 . GENEALOGY OF THE pose being to found a model Commonwealth in which the largest measure of individual liberty was to be allowed, consistent with the protection of the rights of all and the maintenance of good order. Disturbers of the peace were to be regarded as public enemies and dealt with severely, but trial by jury was provided for and impartial administration of justice assured. Im- prisonment for debt was forbidden. Peace with the Indians was to be faith- fully maintained. There was to be free legislative discussion and open voting before the people. The section of this immortal document which will for- ever command the increasing admiration of mankind, was as follows : " That no men, nor number of men upon earth, hath power or authority to rule over men's consciences in religious matters ; therefore it is consented, agreed and ordained, that no person or persons whatsoever, within the said province, at any time or times hereafter shall be any ways, upon any pretence whatsoever, called in question, or in the least punished or hurt, either in person, estate or privilege, for the sake of his opinion, judgment, faith or worship towards God, in matters of religion; but that all and every such person and persons, may from time to time, and at all times, freely and fully have and enjoy his and their judgments, and the exercise of their consciences, in matters of religious worship throughout all the said province." Hampton L. Carson, former Attorney General of Pennsylvania, in a recent address before the Pennsylvania Historical Society, thus spoke of " William Penn as a Law Giver " : " He severed church from State ; secured the rights of conscience ; wedded religious liberty to civil security ; encouraged immigration ; armed the citizen with the ballot ; converted prisons into work-houses ; abolished the infamy of jailers' fees ; punished perjury and extortion ; destroyed multiplicity of suits ; overthrew the inequalities of primogeniture ; suppressed piracy ; assailed vice ; stripped the criminal law of ferocious punishments ; encouraged literature ; rewarded science, and thus strove to secure the peace, purity and happiness of his people." SETTLEMENT OF BURLINGTON The rise of the Society of Friends must ever be regarded as one of the memorable events in the history of mankind. Out of the fires of persecution arose companies of consecrated men and women who crossed the sea to set up an empire of civil and religious freedom. The settlement of Burlington was one of the links in the chain of circmnstances that illustrated the most DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 29 beautiful and inspiring lessons of faith, courage and heroic endurance. Fol- lowing the first ship, the Kent, in 1677, within three years came upwards of fourteen hundred persons, all eager to share the trials of the pioneers. These settled along both sides of the Delaware, from Salem to the falls, near the site of the future state capital of New Jersey. Some were families of fair estate, for those times; others possessed very little with which to begin life in the wilderness. Others were modest tradesmen and useful artisans. The first little company felt their way cautiously, leaving their ship some forty miles below Chygoe Island, where they finally determined to locate a town. Not an hour was lost, however. Within forty days negotiations were completed with the Indians whereby large tracts of land were possessed. The plan adopted resulted in the laying out of Burlington — or Bridlington, as it was first called — essentially as it is to-day. Lots were assigned and houses built as rapidly as possible, while farm lands were located and cleared for cultivation. The old chronicles present quaint pictures of this hopeful colony of busy and happy workers. Every day brought some new revelation. "A MIGHTY FORTRESS IS OUR GOD" The dominant note was one of reverent gratitude for divine guidance and protection. An early letter to friends in England said : " A providential hand was very visible and remarkable in many instances, and the Indians were even rendered our benefactors and protectors. With- out carnal weapons, we entered the land and inhabited therein, as safe as if there had been thousands of garrisons, for the Most High preserved us from harm, both of man and beast." Many of the first built houses in Burlington were small wooden structures, some log huts, while a number of families for a time abode in caves along the river banks. Later substantial brick dwellings were erected and in this still old-fashioned town to-day, so quiet and restful, may be found a number of houses built in the early part of the eighteenth century and during the period prior to the Revolution. Some of these are large and imposing, show- ing all the distinguishing marks of the colonial era. Samuel Jennings, the first governor of West Jersey under the immigrant proprietors, had a large mansion on the river bank. He also built a fine country seat, known as " Green Hill," about two miles from Burlington, which stood with scarcely any change until a few years ago, when it was removed, but not until a pic- 30 GENEALOGY OF THE ture of it was taken, which is here reproduced. Gov. Jennings was a noted Friends' minister, and at his country house meetings of ministers were often held. BURLINGTON MEETING That there was public worship very early is evident from the statement that open air meetings were held under sails borrowed from ships, and even marriages were thus celebrated. It was decided to organize the society in due form and the first minute, herewith given, quaintly sets forth this fact. lyice by i/ieacvt> ^^c€iMx)^Yieo cfcrSb rruxn^ j^evb^ LuitSwti^ ^umiCies /viH,vc i/vcfrispoT^ tf^trtSe/vcs -mix inio inh 'jh^vince ofV^CSt yVitu Jc/iscij (fie ^aib -jm^oibs in. ifiose uipipct ^nanrb f{ave fovunh Hneeb4jA.U a£^ ^zom io Seille, cMopihfy YdedinM fo^ in^ wtll o^exvna xfie Clwai/is c^in'^^tk H was cm^ceeb maJt acayvbinauj ttjkotAjSi ^e'^onearih CCcQo^irial^ Hwas^one. the ^/^^ WV ^^o J ob/S ^TstTage of '^jBurlingtoiv Meetuia Hecords" Meetings were regularly held at the houses of different members for a number of years, chiefly those of John Woolston and Thomas Gardiner. The first Yearly Meeting, taking in also Friends' societies at Salem, Shrewsbury and Crosswicks, New Jersey; Shackamaxon and Falls, Pennsylvania, was held at Thomas Gardiner's, Burlington, 6 mo. 28"^ 1681. Some years later the Yearly Meeting alternated with Philadelphia, until it was permanently located in the latter city in 1760. I w o •^q O 3 2! £ a - I 3 O 3D DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 31 Soon after locating in Burlington, Friends took it into consideration to build a meeting house, as the society was rapidly outgrowing the capacity of private houses. Accordingly we find the following niinute, under date 12 mo. 5"^- 1682: " It is ordered that a meeting house be built according to a draught of six square building of forty foot square from out to out for which he is to have 160 pounds, which y^ meeting engageth to see y" Persons paid that shall disburst y" same to Francis Collings." This important project seems to have proceeded slowly ; in part, apparently, on account of the diligent attention the contractor paid to the attractive widow of Dr. Gosling, whom he finally secured as his second wife. In those days honorable courting, especially on the part of well-to-do widowers with young children, seems to have been regarded as a serious business. Finally the building was completed. The minute for 2 mo. 6 1691, says: " This day it is ordered that our First day Meetings at Burlington shall begin in the morning at the 9"^ hour, and at the 2°'^ hour in the afternoon ; and be held both morning and evening in the meeting house." The accompanying illustration of this historic structure is from a drawing furnished the artist, a native of Burlington. With the occupancy of the Meeting House marriages were solemnized there. Several years later a brick addition was erected, for winter use. For nearly one hundred years successive generations of Friends met in these quaint buildings for worship and coun- sel. The burial ground, immediately in the rear, was used meanwhile and has been since, until very little unoccupied space is left. In 1785 the present Meeting House was built and it stands as firmly as ever, like the two great trees overshadowing it, which have stood guard for fully two hundred and fifty years. Historic relics, still in use, are the little pine table, upon which marriage certificates are signed, and the chairs, also, shown in accompanying illustrations, all more than two hundred years old and good for centuries more, though the fact is to be noted with infinite regret that the active membership of this historic Meeting is sadly reduced. In early days it was so noted for the number of ministers in attendance that it was sometimes referred to as the " School of the Prophets." The following curious minutes are taken from early Burlington records: 32 GENEALOGY OF THE At our Wens Monthly Meeting held at y*" House of Tho' Gardiner in Bur*°° y" 10*" of y' 7*" mo: 1683 Friends saw meet to take it into their Consideration y' It might be necefsary to have a Carriage made to Carry Such y* are to be Laid in y' Ground who Live in remote parts from y" Burying place which is Referred to y* next meeting for further Consideration. At our Mens Monthly Meeting held at y* House of Tho" Gardiner in gto- ye jst Qf ye gth jjjQ. j^g3 Where the meeting ordered y' Jn° Butcher Should make a Carriage to bear Such to y*' Ground y* depart this Life who have Lived at a Distance from y* Burying Place & their Relations do now Live. NOTABLE LAND MARKS One of the notable land marks in the graveyard — now lying flat, as the Meeting some seventy-five years ago decreed all of like elaborate character should be placed — is the tombstone of a worthy member of one of the pioneer families of Burlington, whose descendants have ever since held positions of usefulness and influence in the Society and the religious and business world. The inscription on this memorial reads as follows : On the 30th day of July 1754 died Joseph Scattergood, Esq aged 40 years And the next day was interred here He was a Husband Loving & Beloved A Tender parent A Kind Relative A Sincere & faithful Friend a Good Master an Honest Man This Stone is placed over his Grave by his Mournful Widow as a Tribute Justly due to his Memory Another impressive reminder of the early days is the great sycamore tree on the bank of the Delaware river, to which immigrant vessels were moored before a wharf was built. Accompanying picture shows this forest giant as it appears to-day, nearly three hundred years old, a wonderful specimen of long-lived trees in America. Its circumference, in 1908, was twenty-one feet eight inches. c » h-i c H C 3? o DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 33 FOUNDING OF ST. MARY'S CHURCH For a quarter of a century from the beginning, Friends constituted the only religious society in or about Burlington. In 1703 the Church of England established St. Mary's, first known as St. Anne's. This parish, therefore, is one of the oldest in America. The original building, erected in 1703, but not finished within for several years thereafter, has been enlarged four times and is now used chiefly for charitable purposes. The illustration given shows the front after the extension was made in 1769. A former rector, Rev. Dr. Morgan Hills, has published an elaborate history of the church. During the first seventy-three years there were but four regular ministers, namely, Revs. John Talbot, Robert Weyman, Colin Campbell and Jonathan Odell. The first and third of these pioneer missionaries sometimes, under the spell of discouragement in consequence of many obstacles, complained to the parent society in London that the plain non-conformist people, amongst whom their lot had been cast, were too aggressive and too influential in the affairs of the province. But Dr. Odell seemed to more generously sum up the whole mat- ter when, in 1768. he frankly declared, in a letter to his clerical superiors; " Of all Dissenters in this country, the Quakers are the most friendly to our Communion." Ten years later this zealous missionary had fresh cause to acknowledge Quaker kindness, on account of the timely aid and protection of a noted Quaker widow, Margaret Morris, whose quick wit saved him from capture and ignominious punishment by the enemies of his king. FEATURES OF SOCIAL LIFE Social intercourse in and around Burlington soon brightened the lives of the pioneers. Chronicles of the time relate how the members of different communities exchanged visits and in each town or hamlet a neighborly spirit prevailed. A pleasant summer time custom was out-door teas, quite informal and therefore all the more enjoyable. The quaint little porches, generally having a short bench on either side of the doorway, were almost universal. Here elderly men and women would sit in the evening, chatting with passing friends, while the young folks would occupy rustic seats upon the side lawn, or stroll to the river bank. Quarterly Meeting days, vendues and local fairs were occasions of great social interest. Early marriage records show how busy cupid was uniting families in Penn- sylvania and New Jersey. The young men did not believe in lengthy bache- 3 34 GENEALOGY OF THE lorhood, and very few spinsters beyond the age of twenty-two were to be found. Early marriages and large, healthy families, domestic peace and happiness characterized those days of nation founding. It was a period of wonderful simplicity, trustfulness, honesty, purity and genuine material pros- perity and spiritual development. The civic and religious records show how each community was blessed, and industrial advancement and increasing population was supplemented by the setting up of meetings throughout West Jersey. Early meetings were Burlington, Mt. Holly, Springfield, Chester- field (Crosswicks), Rancocas (Northampton), Chester (Moorestown), Had- donfield, Newton, Evesham and Woodbury. PENSAUKIN TRADITIONS Definite traces of early meeting places in several instances have been quite lost ; concerning others shadowy tradition points to the site of pioneer homes, as it was the custom to hold meetings in private houses until more suitable places could be provided. Old resting places for the dead have likewise been virtually obliterated. On the west bank of Pensaukin creek, near where it is crossed by the road from Camden to Moorestown, beneath a grove of trees, is an old graveyard, long since abandoned for use. A meeting house stood near by two hundred years ago. To this place the dead were some- times brought in boats from Philadelphia. Several stones remained in posi- tion until half a century ago. Upon one was traced the faint inscription : E. C 1713 From the same place was taken a stone, which was set up in the wall of a neighboring spring house. The following inscription was copied there- from: WHO ART THOU THAT PASETH BY: LOOK ON THIS PLACE; SEE HOW WE LIE AND FOR THY SOLE BE SURE CARE TAKE FOR WHEN DETH COMS TWILL BE TOO LATE 9) C O o X H o B s» t; Q O >• t-i O K W Q ts w = e: - 2; So 1^ o DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 35 AN INCIDENT OF THE TIME In 1689, George Keith, an early and active Friends' minister, came from England, having been engaged as teacher of the first grammar school in Philadelphia, afterwards known as the Penn Charter School. He was re- garded by contemporaries as a very learned man, and in 1691 his preaching led to a doctrinal division amongst Friends. Refusing to be admonished, the disturber was disowned by the Yearly Meeting which met at Burlington in 1692. The result was an attempt to set up separate meetings of so-called Christian Quakers, who were known as Keithians. In 1694, Keith returned to England and in a short time became identified with the Protestant Episco- pal Church, receiving ordination at the hands of the Bishop of London in 1700. He again appeared in the colonies, this time as the first missionary of the Church of England to New Jersey and Pennsylvania and was known as the relentless foe of Quakerism the remainder of his days. Friends' meeting records show some curious effects of the Keith schism. A number of cases of severe discipline are to be noted. One taken from the book of certificates of the Philadelphia Monthly Meeting, relating to a Bur- lington incident, is herewith given : " John Jones his paper of Condemnation in order to clear the truth &c " Whereas I did amongst many others unadvisedly sign a pernitious paper said to be given forth from y® yearly meeting at Burlington the 4th jth ^th ^ yth (j^j.gg of jjjg seaventh month 1692 which was indeed a seperate meeting set up out of the unity of ffriends and in Opposition to Y ^^ And the said paper Containing a severe Censure & Judgment upon ffriends Especially those ministering friends that gave forth the first Public Testimony against George Keith &c though the pretence was for peace and reconciliation and I not then percieving the mischievous design y' was Car- rying on was prevailed with to do as afores'' which as it was a great abuse to ffriends & Contributed to the Strengthening an evil spirit and wrong party : so it hath bin my sorrow and burthen Wherfore I do for satisfac- tion to my abused Brethren & Caution to others to beware of the Like Snare — and if it might be for the reclaiming of such as are fallen w'" me all ready into it & for the removing of all Jealousies y* might Justly raysed in y* minds of any that might hinder our unity and fellowship in the Truth Give forth this Testimony against that and all other acts done by me tending to the making or Countenancing y* hurtful! seperation made by George Keith &c Blessing the Lord in the sence of his mercy who hath opened a way for my return and given me a place amongst his people where I desire for ever to hold the unity of the spirit in the bond of P^^*^^ (Signed) John Jones" 36 GENEALOGY OF THE MESSAGE OF GEORGE FOX During his visit to America, in 1672, George Fox passed through the sec- tion afterward known as West Jersey, and wrote to his friends at home com- mending it as a desirable place for settlement. " It is a most brave country, with good soil," he said. He always took a lively interest in the Quaker colonies, and in a letter written in March, 1676, about the time of the sign- ing of the " Concessions and Agreements," addressed to " Friends in New Jersey and those who intend going there," he said : " Let your lives and words and conversations be as becomes the Gospel, that you may adorn the truth and honor the Lord in all your undertak- ings. Let that be your desire, and then you will have the Lord's blessing, and increase both in basket and field and storehouse ; and at your lyings down you will feel him, and at your goings forth and coming in. And let temperance and patience and kindness and brotherly love be exercised among you, so that you may abound in virtue and the true humility; living in peace, showing forth the nature of Christianity; that you may all live as a family and the church of God." COUNCIL OF PROPRIETORS The land affairs of the province of West Jersey were at first conducted by special commissioners appointed by the proprietors, who came to America with the colony in 1677. This body was vested with authority to regulate the allotment of all lands, through surveys, make rules affecting rights of ownership, public highways, etc., in strict accord with the fundamental prin- ciples laid down in the " Concessions," signed in London, in 1676. They faithfully performed this work for ten years. The whole number of proprie- tors had now become so large and the members were so scattered that the transaction of business had become difficult. Therefore a general meeting of proprietors was held at Burlington, February 14, 1687, at which it was determined that there should be constituted a Council of Proprietors, to con- sist of eleven members, afterwards reduced to nine, to be annually chosen from among themselves. These Councillors were fully empowered to act in all such affairs as con- cerned the general body. They agreed upon a system of rules relating to surveys and sales of land. In this manner the land affairs of West Jersey continued to be directed for a long period, and indeed the authority so exer- An Hiftonoil Defcnption O F THE PROVINCE and CX")UNTilY O F IVefi-New-jferfey AMERICA. A fhortVie^* ot their Laws. CuftorTis inj J{elip-nm. A3 alfo the Tempe-amerd of the Air and Chmaie; Tfic Jatnefs of tlievJoj/, with the vaft Product of l\:ce, &c. The Improvemenr of their Z,4/7ij (as dj E^incnd) to Vafiure. Meadoujs. 8 w o w p H C f 5! > to o DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 41 In the earliest days of the Society of Friends a little meeting house was set up at Bugbrook. There as at Hey ford and elsewhere the members con- tinued to outwardly conform, registering births and baptisms at the church, but it seems they often drew the line at burials and thus incurred at times severe criticism. From the Bugbrook parish register of 1668 the following curious note is taken : " About this time that untoward generation of Quakers began to bury theirs distinctly by themselves in their gardens and orchards in several places of the towne, all which burialls, there being no notice given of them to the minister or parish clerke, are here omitted, nor have their names inserted in this church register, tho there was a considerable mor- tality among them, as also those of several other sort of phanaticks, who having forsaken the church, would not be buried in the church yard, but in their orchards or backside of their houses." Thomas ffrench, father of Thomas ffrench, the progenitor of the New Jersey branch of the French family, like his ancestors of many generations, lived at Nether Heyford, where he was known as an influential and useful citizen. He married, first, Sara , by whoin he had the following children : Patience, b. 1637. Thomas, b. 1639. Sara, b. 1643. Elizabeth, b. 1645. Mary, b. 1648. John, b. 1651. By his second wife, Martha , he had: Robert, b. 1657. Martha, b. 1660. Thomas ffrench, senior, was buried May 5'^" 1673. Sara ffrench, his wife, was buried Feb. 9"'- 1653. The will of Thomas ffrench, as may be noted, is a quaint and characteristic document of the times. It shows the thoughtful regard of a loving parent in distributing his estate carefully and making special provision for those of tender years. WILL OF THOMAS FFRENCH, 1673 In the Name of God Amen the Nine and twentyth day of Aprill in the five and twentyth yeare of the raigne of our Soveraigne Lord Charles the second of England Scotland Ffrance and Ireland King Defender of the faith Anno Dom 1673 I Thomas ffrench the Elder of Nether Heyford in the County of Northton being weak in body but of good and perfect Memory thanks be to Almightie God. And Knowing the uncertaintie of this life on earth do make this my last Will and testam in manner and 42 GENEALOGY OF THE forme ffollowing And first being penitent and sorry for my sins past most humbly desireing forgivnesse for the same I give and Comitt my soule to Almightie God my Saviour and Redeemer in whom and by the meritts of Jesus Christ I trust and believe assuredly to be saved and to have full remission and forgivenesse of all my sins And my body to the earth from whence it was taken to be buryed in such decent and Christian manner as to m}' Executo""^ hereafter named shal be thought meet and con- venient revoking and annulling by these p'"sents all and every Will and Wills testam and testaments heretofore by me made and declared and this to be taken for my last Will and testament and none other I will that all those debts and duties w*^"* in right or conscience I owe to any manner of person or persons whatsoever shalbe well and truely contented and paid or ordained to be paid within convenient time after my decease by my Executors hereafter named Item I give and bequeath to Thomas ffrench my eldest sone the sume of twelve pence I give and bequeath to John ffrench my second sone two shillings and six pence I give and bequeath to Patience ffrench my eldest daughter two shillings and six pence I give and bequeath to Elisabeth ffrench my second daughter two shillings and six pence I give and bequeath to Mary ffrench my third daughter two shillings and six pence all w"'' said legacies I will shalbe payd by my Executors within six months after my decease All the rest of my goods cattell and chattels whatsoever I give and bequeath to Martha my loveing wife and to my sone Robert ffrench and my daughter Martha ffrench whom I make joint Executors of this my last Will and Testam I do nomi- nate and appoint my welbeloved ffreinds Thomas Kirton and William Steffe both of Hayford aforesaid overseers of this my last Will and Testam and do give them twelvepence apeece In wittnes whereof I the said Thomas ffrench have hereunto sett my hand and seale the day and yeare first above written Thomas ffrench [seal] Published signed and sealed in the presence of William Stif His Thomas X Kirton Mark Her Alice X Kirton Mark John Darby Proved 16'" August 1673 I— t o Q K w o K o H d H 1^ K H « O W ;> :^ O DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 43 THOMAS FRENCH, PROGENITOR As will be observed, Thomas ffrench, the progenitor, was the son of Thomas and Sara ffrench. His baptism, in childhood, in 1639, in the Protestant Episcopal Church of St. Peter and St. Paul, Nether Heyford, England, is recorded, but when the religious Society of Friends arose he with other mem- bers of the family became actively identified therewith, suffering for his faith at different times. Upon one occasion he was sentenced to imprisonment for forty-two months for refusal to pay tithes to the amount of eleven shillings, he being at the time a resident of Upper Norton, Oxfordshire. Five other names of this family appear in Beese's remarkable book, namely, George, Robert, John, William and Moses. Penalty was inflicted upon the latter five times. He served altogether several years in prison. That Thomas ffrench was a man of great force of character, intense relig- ious conviction and earnest, consistent life, is abundantly evident. He shared Avith his associates trials and hardships and always resented everything bear- ing the slightest resemblance to injustice or oppression. A glance at the situation in England during the period of persecution will be timely. The most vigorous efforts were made to suppress the Society of Friends. Their meetings were outlawed, their property unjustly taken, through fines and the imposition of tithes, and great numbers were thrown into prison, where they were cruelly treated, hundreds suffering unto death. The sad and shameful story of this era of martyrdom would be quite incredible if the unquestioned record had not been preserved, in a book the like of which the world will never again see. Joseph Besse, the famous English Quaker controversialist, was born about 1683 and died 1757. He was educated for the Episcopalian ministry, but becoming a convert to the teachings of Fox, refused a church living of four hundred pounds a year and became a vigorous defender of Quakerism. He wrote many religious tracts and books and edited various important works. He completed, in 1753, his great work, " The Sufferings of the People Called Quakers," from which quotations herewith given are taken. This comprises one of the most remarkable records ever compiled, being faithful transcripts, from original sources, found in the minutes of meetings, court records, peti- tions, personal letters, memoirs, etc. Its accuracy cannot be questioned and a testimonial to its fidelity to the truth is found in the fact that a century and a half ago the records were destroyed by the British government. 44 GENEALOGY OF THE PRISONERS FOR CONSCIENCE SAKE Following is a literal copy of references to Thomas ffrench in " Sufferings of the People Called Quakers " : " Thomas French, of Upper Norton, was imprisoned, in 1657, at suit of William Thomas, a lawyer and renter of Tithes, and for a demand of but eleven shillings for Tithes suffered two and forty months imprison- ment." Vol. I, p. 564. " Thomas French was taken from meeting at Banbury, in 1662, and committed to prison." Vol. I, p. 568. "Thomas French, 1666, taken at meeting at house of Elizabeth White, at Coggs, near Whitney, committed to Jlouse of Correction for one month." Vol. I, p. 571. Two pages of this extraordinary book are reproduced, one reciting in- stances of persecution, including imprisonment of Thomas ffrench, and the other a most impressive petition to King Charles II, 1680. Some four score prisoners for conscience sake in Northampton jail, " who patiently suffer for worshipping the Living God in Spirit and Truth," in mid-summer, 1666, issued a warning and appeal, referring to the ravages of the plague and their view of the cause thereof. From this curious paper, headed " Truth the strongest habitation for all the People of God," we quote : " There is some of thy Rulers so desperately wicked in this County of Northampton, that commit sin even with greediness at this time, as tho there were no other way to stay God's Judgments, but by provoking him more and more with their sins in persecuting, sentencing and imprisoning of the Lord's People, having lately imprisoned fifty-eight persons called Quakers, both men and women, some of the latter with little infants and shutting them all up together in the common Goal in close roomes, in the very heat of the last month, and still they continue, the number of 82 altogether. We who are sufferers in this Goal of Northampton, for the truth of the Lord, do spread these lines before the Nation, that so, if it be not too late, the Nation may see what is the cause of God's Judgments, lying so heavy upon this land and people, and may see who hath been the Troublers of England." From a lecture on " The Baptists and Quakers in Northamptonshire, 1650- 1700," by the Rev. J. Jackson Goadby, delivered in College Street Chapel, Northampton, Oct. 24, 1882, we quote the following remarkable statement: Q o Q > r' cs a o o o H H o t-l p 03 <^ D3 O Cl 1^ DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 45 SIXTY THOUSAND VICTIMS OF PERSECUTION "Quakers were put in the stocks for the crime of preaching; seized by soldiers as they were quietly going to their meetings ; committed for blas- phemy ; or when in the open fields where they had met for worship ; or as vagrants; as Sabbath breakers; as men who refused to take an oath; and as seditious men. They were pounced upon suddenly when assembled for worship, and carried off to prison ; crammed into crowded and reeking holes, the doors being fastened down for twelve hours every night, and refused all intercourse with their friends ; and in some cases they were brutally treated both by jailors, by the jailors' wives, and by the prisoners. Men and women were seized at their meetings, carried off in carts to some ale-house, locked up in a room all night, whilst their captors indulged in ribald songs and tippling, and then hurried off the next morning to prison. " Numbers of the imprisoned Friends, like their leaders in this county. Whitehead and Dewsbury, sent out epistles from the Northampton jail, detailing their own sufferings. Whitehead was the Quaker minister who always took his night cap with him when he went to meeting, because it was almost certain he would have to spend that night in prison. Some of the Quakers, it must be confessed, carried plain-speaking to the verge of rudeness. But this free speech is, after all, no justification of the brutal treatment received by the Friends at the hands of magistrates, and is, least of all, any palliation of the horrible fact that many hundreds of Quakers died of their harsh usage in the jails of England, and some scores in the common jail of Northampton. The Friends preserved their hold on the nation until the beginning of the eighteenth century, when they numbered 70,000. " If the record of other religious bodies is not so full of faithful mar- tyrs to the truth and conscience as that of the Quakers, it is not because they were any the less brutally treated, or any the less numerous. Jeremy White made a careful collection of the names of persons who suffered for their nonconformity during the reign of Charles II. Sixty thousand per- sons were included in this terrible list, and five thousand died of their sufferings. When James II. wished to gain possession of this dark calen- dar, that he might use it in his quarrel with the English State Church, and even offered 5,000 guineas for it, Jeremy White chose rather to burn the list than see it turned to such a purpose. Many of these sixty thou- sand brave men and women are unknown to fame, like the poor Holland- ers of the days of Henry VIII.; but their deeds and their heroism have not perished. We see it to-day in the larger and more settled liberty which every Englishman possesses. They also paid part of that great sum by which our forefathers bought our freedom." 56+ oxroRD- iiiiRi:. 1655. Ir-.prifo)]- rner,:s. PfCj'cutO'i *^o\eJ to CctlpjjJiO)!. Mce Vrcfi' iBiieni Jo' Pride ef feme Kigiji'ues a Cinfe of Su^er'wg. A Colleaion oj the Sufferings Vol. I. S.iyabrimmi, in the Grave-Yard it Banbury, exhorted the Pried to fear the Lord •' For which Chn/iian Exhortation, fome of her Hearers knockt her down and ftruck her violently. The Mayor and Magiftiates, who were pre- fent inftead of rcftraining them from offering fuch illegal Abufes, fen: the innocent Woman to Prifon, where ihe lay halt a Year. Alfo Jane IVaugb, for bearing her Teftimony to the Truth, and againft Deceit, in the Market-place :ii Banbury, was imprifoned five Weeks : As were Mary Coats d^nA Mary Lam- prey, for reproving t!ie Vices of the Mayor and Magiflrates there ; the former was relcafed the fame Night, but the other detained eighteen Days. Jcbn Shackerly, for fpeaking to a Prieft, at Oxford, fome difpleafing Words, was by his Means fent to the City Prifon, and there detained fevcn Weeks. And at another Time, for the like Offence againft the V ice-Chancellor, he was imprifoned twenty eight Weeks. ANNO 1656. Hejler Biddle, o^ London, was imprifoned zi Banbury for fome zealous Reprehenfion uttered againft the Mayor and Magiftrates there. ANNO 1657. In this Year Alexander Harris was impriloned for Tithes, on two Aper-Norlcn, was alfo imprifoned at the Suk of IFilluvn Thomas, a Lawyer, and Renter of Tithes •, and (or a Demand of but i is. for Tithes, fufi'ered two and forty Months Imprifonment. ANNO 1658. In this Year, Richard Kite of Upper-Norton, Margaret Freebody of Jdn^s Hutton, Richard Betteris, and Hannah Alcock, were at feveral Times imprifoned for their Chriftian and religious Exhortations and Reproofs, given to the Priefts and People on various Occafions : For which Caule alfo, Bathia Hajle-wood, of Borlon, was ftoned, and othewife evilly treated by the Populace at Cropfody, the Prieft looking on, and laughing at the Wickedncfs of his Hearers. Tliere were, in thefe Times, fome Men advanced to the Office of Magi- ftrates, fo extremely fond of Perfonal Homage, as to profccute and imprilon Men lor the Omiffion of that, which no Law required : Hence it was that Simon Thompfon and Nathanael Knowles, meeting IVilliam Fines, otherwife called Lord Say, and not paying him the cuftomary Ceremony of the Hat, were by him fent to Oxford Goal, and detained two Months. At the next Seffions, he caufed them to be fent to the Houfc of Corredion, and detained there near eight Months, the fiid Nathanael Knowles being feveral Times cruelly whipt, and otherwife ill ufed. Likewifc Ellis Hookes, going to vifit his Mother, then rcfiding at the Houfe of Sir ff'Vliam IValler at Stanton-Harcourt, bccaufe he did not pay the Knight and his Lady the Hat-honour, and cuftomary Compli- ments, was by them, and their Servants, beaten and abufed : And by their Influence, his own Father was fo incenfed againft him, tlut he turned him out of Doors. It fo happened about this Time, that Richard Fartifworth, walking with one of his Friends up Bar.bury-Slrect, met the Mayor, and a Juftice of the Peace named IViUiam Allen: The Juftice looking very angrily upon Richard, ftruck off his Hat -, by which he difcovered his own Piide and Wrath, and how 46 PERSECUTION OF THOMAS FRENCH AND OTHERS, 1657 ■. 59^ S O M E R S L' T- SHIRE, 1663. A leiif from ikfPiifoners to the King. yi Colledlion 0/ the Sufferings Vol. I. This Letter favours of the Humility, Patience, and Rcfignation of faithful SLifTcrers, and of that fervent Love which tlie Pcrfccuted, Tor die Tcftimoiiy of Chrift and a good Confcicncc, bear one towards another, praying for each otiiers Prefcrvation, and final Perfcverance to the End of their Hope, the Salvation of their Souls. The other Letter, or Addrels, was wriuen to the King when at B.xik, and is as follows i <( FORASMUCH, O King ! as our daily Sufferings arc augmented, and our Number in this Place fo greatly increafcd, as thai we cannor any longer well hold our Peace, but do in the Fear of God, and in true Humility in his Sight, in all Lowlinefs of Mind, after long Imprifonment, prefcnt thee, in this thy Progrcfs and Day of Profperity, with our gric\ous Sufferings for our Confcience in Things relating to God v our Souls being *' fubjeft to the Lord that made Heaven and Earth : And againfl thee, O ♦* King ! have wc not done or imagined Evil, but do, according to the Truth ♦* and Rightdoufncfs in our Hearts, dcfire thy Peace and Profperity, and that ♦♦ Mercy may eltablilh thy Throne in Equity and Juflice. And whereas we ♦» who are called Siudkeriy becaufe of the Fear of God, and to keep our ♦' Confciences void of Offence, cannot take any Oadi, many of us are by a *' fcvcre Sentence deprived of all the Goods we have in this World, and our li Wives and innocent Children thereby expofed to utter Ruin, unlefs the ♦' Execution thereof be prevented ; and others by Fines beyond their Abilities, •» adjudged to perpetual Imprifonment, and that tor Matter of pure Confcience *' only, and not for any Defign of Evil, or Wrong, intended towards thee, " O King ! or any of thy Subje<5b, as hath been largely teftified by many " Years Experience, through many Trials and Hard/hips in Bonds, wherein ♦• the Lord hath been with us, and preferred us innocent and upright in our " Hearts toward thee, and for this we appeal to the Witnefs of God in all " Men, whether we have not fo approved our felves to this Day, in the *' Sight of God and Men. And as an Addition to our prefcnt Sufferings, " the Coaler's Cruelty fo abounds, that many of us are likely to be e.\poled *' to Familhment, and utter Deftruftion, being thrufl togedier in fuch a great «• Number, and denied fuch neceffary Accommodation, as is ordinarily given <' to the word of Men, befides what is daily farther thrcatned. We therclbre, *' as to our outward Man, being Objedls of thy Mercy and Clemency, ic *' being in thy Hands to difpofe of us at thy Pleafure, do in all due Subniillion ** make our Appeal unto thee, as unto one who is able to relieve us : And *' the Lord open thy Heart to confider our Innocency and Dillrefs, and to *' acquit us from our grievous Sentences, and other our Imprifonment. And " it is the Defire of our Hearts, that in Truth and Righteoufnefs the »♦ God of Peace may profper thee to reign : And what Profit will the De.nth ** of the Innocent be to the King ? Trom the Prijoners called Quakers, in Ilchefter, this ^tb Day of the Seventh Month i'663. Subfcribed by thirty of the Prifoners. This Letter, or Addrefs, difcovers an innocent Simplicity, attended with Chrijiian Courage, exprefTing a decent SubmifTion void of Flattery, and pro- feffing all due Allegiance and peaceful Subjedion to the King and his Govern- ment, with a noble and ftedfall Refolution of keeping their Conlcienccs undefiled and void of Offence toward God. This is the Stile of true Clnfiuiii Confelfors, whom the PerfeB Pear of Gcd hath exalted above an abjcft and fervile Departure from his Commandments, in Conformity to the L.uvs of any Power upon Earth. ANNO 1664. On the 7th of the Month called May, katbann: Lvaks and Sarah Chcvcrs. Women who travelled in the Work ot the Golpel, ca.nc vers., PETITION OF QUAKERS TO KING CHARLES II, 1663 47 48 GENEALOGY OF THE THE COMING OF THOMAS FRENCH Thomas flfrench was among the first to take a practical interest in the colonization of Friends in America. With William Penn, Gauen Laurie, Thomas Ollive, Daniel Wills, Edward Byllynge and about one hundred and fifty others, he signed the famous " Concessions and Agreements," at London, in 1676, which provided for the settlement of New Jersey. It is evident from records that he made a preliminary prospecting visit to this country, to locate his land and select a home site. He has left an account of the coming of himself and family, three years after the arrival of the pioneer colonists. He sailed from London, in the ship Kent, Gregory Marlowe, master — the same vessel which brought the first company of settlers in 1677 to Burlington — about the P^' of August, 1680. with his wife and nine chil- dren, four sons and five daughters, the oldest child being sixteen, while the youngest was not yet four years of age. He settled upon a tract of 600 acres of desirable land, located along the banks of the Rancocas, about four miles from Burlington. Throughout the remainder of his life he held an influential place in the colony and prospered in business. He was commis- sioner of highways 1684-5. At his death, in 1699, he was possessed of some 1,200 acres of improved land and also his proprietary share of unsurveyed lands, approximately, 2,000 acres. During nearly twenty years residence as a leading citizen of Burlington County, Thomas ffrench trained all his children in ways of sobriety, industry, and religion, they in turn founding families in whom traits of strong character were noted. Each performed his and her share in the prosperous and happy development of colonial life. THE PIONEER HOMESTEAD The section of New Jersey in which Thomas ffrench located was a notable place in pioneer days. An old map, reproduced, shows the names of early settlers, two of the most conspicuous being Thomas Ollive, who served as proprietary Governor and member of the Council and who was eminent also as a Quaker preacher, and Dr. Daniel Wills, whose land joined that upon which the Friends' meeting house was built. Many fine old mansions marked the neighborhood, and some of these, over one hundred years old, remain. It is an interesting fact that part of the original plantation of Thomas ffrench is to-day owned and occupied by his descendants. Large tracts were o < X > > DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 49 sold early in the eighteenth century by Charles ffrench, his son, to whom the homestead lands were willed by his father. In 1714, Charles fTrench con- veyed 250 acres to his brother-in-law, Nicholas Buzby, part of this descend- ing to the latter's son, John Buzby, who devised the same, in 1754, to his son John, who, in 1763, sold it to John Smith, of Burlington. The deed stated that the estate was thereafter to be known as " Strawberry Hill." It is sup- posed the great mansion, still standing, in an excellent state of preservation, was built by John Smith, about 1765 (see illustration). The place was leased soon after to Gov. William Franklin, as a summer home and purchased by him in 1770 for two thousand pounds. It then became known as " Frank- lin Park," containing a fine collection of deer and other high-class game. A great moat was constructed, the remains of which are still visible, to keep off poachers. AGAIN A FAMILY POSSESSION The Governor was removed from office, on account of his loyalty to the King, in 1776, and taken prisoner to Connecticut. Later he returned to New York, where his wife had died meanwhile, being buried under the chancel of St. Paul's historic church, Broadway. A beautiful tablet was erected by her husband, some years later. Gov. Franklin retained ownership of the Rancocas estate, without confiscation, until 1785, when he sold it to his son, William Temple Franklin, then living in Paris and who later became noted as the literary legatee of his grandfather, Benjamin Franklin. He sold the property, in 1790, to Robert Morris, the patriot financier of the Revolution, who held it until 1794, when William Bell, a rich Philadelphia merchant, became the purchaser, with a great amount of other land in West Jersey owned by Morris. Soon after Bell's death, in 1816, the property was sold to Joseph Churchman, who in 1822, conveyed "Franklin Park" to Mayberry McVaugh. A two-story brick dormitory was built adjoining the mansion, and a boarding school for boys set up, which became quite a famous institution of its kind. In March, 1843, Hudson Buzby [410] bought this historic property; and in 1862, his son Richard Buzby [894] became the owner through purchase. In 1889, Richard Buzby's son, Thomas T. Buzby [1689] bought the farm, about 100 acres of choice land, and the mansion, being the present occupant. Thus an important part of the orig- inal tract, cut out of the wilderness two hundred and twenty-eight years ago, and having a most interesting history, is again in possession of worthy descendants of the pioneer, Thomas ffrench. MAP showing location of lands along the Rancocas as taken up from the Indians hy Thomas ffrench and other pioneer settlers, between 1680 and 1690. 50 Draughted by Charles Stokes [450] from ancient surveys. THOMAS FFRENCH'S FAMILY BIBLE The family Bible of Thomas ffrench, printed in 1630, and brought by him to this country in 1680, is still in existence and in a fair state of preservation, although showing the effects of tiine. It has always remained within the family. Accompanying illustrations are almost full size. The record presented and transcribed is in the handwriting of the pro- genitor, evidently having been set down at different times, under varying circumstances and influences, throughout a period covering over thirty years, the last entry being made a little while after the death of the long-time companion who had borne him thirteen children. Some of the lines have faded and a few words are quite illegible. The most strik- ing characteristic to be noted is the ever present spirit of humility, gratitude for manifold mercies and earnest desire for continued Divine guidance and protection. 52 i THOMAS P FRENCH'S FAMILY BIBLE, PUBLISHED 1630 THOMAS FFRENCH'S FAMILY BIBLE The title page of this venerable edition of the Holy Book, " Imprinted at London by Robert Barker and John Bill, Printers to the Kings moft Excellent Majeftie, 1630," was designed after the curious manner of the time, relating to ob- ject teaching of .Scriptural things. The names on the left refer to the twelve tribes of Israel ; those on the right recite the twelve apostles, with the writers of the four Gospels in the centre. The accompanying figures all have appropriate significance in the illustration of the Biblical story. The New Testament title page is of the same studious and impres- sive character. ' 54 ^ =i ^' "-.^A liif ',"' ^ ^ ' c Qit.r ct c ijcec c u: r cf ^ LEVI . -C. ex /- >..r / 1- ^Z <'-<^>'^ .'1,1 ^i-- :..:i^ i-/.^' * ' ' ^''# ^''W' '^^- ' ■(• ^"^' '' ^ '^t ,v^^ i^* T^e^ •1 \ -.1 ■ i A LEAF FKOM THOMAS FFRENCHS FAINIII.Y BIBLE THOMAS FFRENCH'S FAMILY BIBLE Copy of writing on opposite page Tho. french his book. God give him grace in Jesus Lord and when the bell for me doth toll, good Lord in heaven do rest my soul. The Lord deliver me out of all mj' troubles and pardon my sins. Lord bless all that [He] hath given in hand. The Lord deliver me in time of trouble and in time of adversitj', and Lord deliver me from all my enemies. I Thomas iTrench was married to my wife Jane, June 12, 1660. December the first about ten at night my son Richard was born, 1665. The Lord give him grace that he may continually walk before Him. I Thomas ffrench was baptized November the 3, 1639. My son Thomas was born in 1667 between 8 and nine o'clock at night. 1671 my son Charles was born, the 20 day of March between 11 and 12 at night. In the year 1673 was a very strange 58 7^' n 1^0 '^fH» -^^M ,^ -««Jc7 , :|k^ ^f^^ '-i'^ '" ^ r/' ,> v^-M" I ■t*ilMi, A LEAF FR()>r THOArAS FFKEXCH S KAMII-Y I5IBLE \ THOMAS FFRENCH'S FAMILY BIBLE Copy of writing on opposite page The Lord be gracious and merciful unto me which way so ever I go whether it be out of the land or in the land or on the sea, the Lord be merciful unto me. This was wrote in the year 1664. My wife Jane deceased this life the fifth day of the 8 month 1692. My youngest child died the 12 of the same. 60 .<■) ^tA ^.JU>r^¥^' s^ ^^^-^--^^ .iJ^fv ^rtc~ .^■^ --iJ/ -^-^^ Aj0cfv\,C:»K i>f jtjt, o-U/ L /yt^'C^'* A LEAF FROM THOMAS FFBENCH'S FAMILY li[BLE THOMAS FFRENCH'S FAMILY BIBLE Copy of writing on opposite page William French the son of Richard ffrench and Mary was born April the 7 in the year 1712. Sarah French the daughter of Richard French and Mary was born the 20th day of the 7th month 1715. All prophesies were given by inspiration and written for our learn- ing, upon whom the ends of the world are come. Rachel French the daughter of Richard Jun. and Rachel was born the 12th day of the 11th month 1722. Benjamin French 1737 William French his book May 10th 17- Thomas ffrench 62 o V; • • iii? 1/ RQR ^^^1^ jr; 'A(Mim nt^— -)fh,:ir: nJ^- / 3,;^;^/^^^ - '^i^/Z z^:^ ^ '1 "1 ■' f///iam''^%fu4 ^^ (0^}4iv^n^l, 7 .■•^1 .^■ItlW^ :i^ ,. mi m iv ^,^, i#*- A LEAF FROM THOMAS FFRENCII'S FAMILY RrBLF Partial Family Register of Riolianl ftVi-noli (5) GENEALOGICAL RECORD 64 GENEALOGY OF THE 1— THOMAS FFRENCH b. m. She d. m. 2— SARA FFRENCH 3— JANE FFRENCH October, 1639. Baptized November 3rd, 1639, at Church S. S. Peter and Paul, Nether Heyford, England. 1699, at Rancocas, N. J. First, June 12th, 1660, at "Parish Church of Whilton," England, Jane Atkins. 8th mo. 5th, 1692, at Rancocas, N. J. Second, 7th mo. 25th, 1696, Elizabeth Stanton of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. Baptized March 17th, 1661, at Church S. S. Peter and Paul, Nether Heyford. Buried April 10th, 1661. b. about July 11th, 1662. Baptized August 8th, 1662, at Church S. S. Peter and Paul, Nether Heyford. Buried April 30th, 1671. 4— RACHEL FFRENCH 5— RICHARD FFRENCH 6— THOMAS FFRENCH, JR. 7— HANNAH FFRENCH b. March 24th, 1664. Baptized April 3rd, 1664, at Church S. S. Peter and Paul, Nether Heyford. m. First, 1687, Mathew Allen, m. Second, 12th mo. 9th, 1702, Hugh Sharp. b. December 1st, 1665. Baptized December ISth, 1666, at Church S. S. Peter and Paul, Nether Heyford. m. First, 7th mo. 11th, 1693, Sarah Scatter- good. ra. Second, 11th mo. 13th, 1701, Mary King. b. 1667. Baptized October 31st, 1667, at Church S. S. Peter and Paul, Nether Heyford. m. First, 10th mo. 3rd, 1696, Mary Allen. m. Second, 8th mo. 9th, 1732, Mary (Pearce) Cattell. Baptized September 5th, 1669, at Church S. S. Peter and Paul, Nether Heyford. m. 8th mo. 30th, 1695, Richard Buzby. DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 65 8— CHARLES FFRENCH 9— JOHN FP^RENCH b. March 20th, 1671. Baptized April 2nd, 1671, at Church S. S. Peter and Paul, Nether Heyford. m. First (sup.), 1708, Elinor . m. Second, . Baptized January 2nd, 1673, at Church S. S. Peter and Paul, Nether Heyford. m. First, 1701, Ann . m. Second, 6th mo. 10th, 1724, Sarah (Mason) Wickward. 10— SARAH FFRENCH II— MARY FFRENCH 12— JANE FFRENCH 13— LYDIA FFRENCH 14— AN INFANT 15— REBECCA FFRENCH Baptized February 23rd, 1674, at Church S. S. Peter and Paul, Nether Heyford. m. 2nd mo. 1st, 1695, Isaac Wood. Baptized August 8th, 1675, at Church S. S. Peter and Paul, Nether Heyford. m. 8th mo. 30th, 1695, Nicholas Buzby. Baptized November 19th, 1676, at Church S. S. Peter and Paul, Nether Heyford. m. 1st mo. 1st, 1697, Daniel Hall. b. (sup.) 1682. m. (sup.) 1708, David Arnold. d. 8th mo. 12th, 1692. b. 6th mo. 8th, 1697. m. 2nd mo. 3rd, 1729, Robert Murfin. Thomas ffrench, in accordance with the custom of his family for generations, and that of nearly all Protestant Englishmen of his time, had his children baptized in the Church of England, notwithstanding his early sympathy and unity with the Society of Friends. The obligation thus assumed, as to religious care and training of his children, was faithfully kept, the family Bible being an impressive witness in this respect. The following is taken from the parish records of the Church S. S. Peter and Paul, Nether Heyford, England, concerning the marriage of Thomas ffrench and Jane Atkins. " Note. March 8 1663 The said Jane ffrench p'"senting unto me John Bedford parson of Heiford A Consigned Certificate of the said Thomas ffrench jun & Jane Atkins both of Heiford pish Testifying that they the said Thomas & Jane w' marryed in the pish Church of Whilton June 12 1660 by M"" Richard Morris then Minister there : Returning her Certificate of marriage backe againe into her owne custody, I thus entred the Record of y* said marriage at her request, into this my Heiford pish Register." Thomas ffrench and Jane his wife were buried in a private burial lot, sixteen and one half feet square, on the homestead plantation, Rancocas, N. J., and this reservation was mentioned in deeds and observed for many years- Its e.xact location is now unknown. 5 66 GENEALOGY OF THE MEETING RECORDS That Thomas ffrench was a man of great force of character and independent action is evident from many things connected with his career in this country as well as in England. He early became an active and courageous member of the Society of Friends, enduring persecution with fortitude. He was not j'et twenty years of age when first prosecuted. In Burlington Meeting he held a conspicuous and influential place throughout his pioneer life, covering a period of nineteen years. The meeting records concerning him, as in so many cases, are fragmentary and incomplete. Matters of a personal character often were continued indefinitely and many times no final de- cision was recorded. In maintaining his rights as a citizen and property holder, Thomas ffrench felt himself called upon, almost at the beginning, to take action which seems to have excited comment, but he was firm in declaring the justice of his cause, although duly regretful that his course had given occasion for criticism. Details are not given, but aside from formal acknowledgment, in deference to feelings of Friends, the sturdy progenitor calmly went his way, recording his sympathy with the " weak," and later received a certificate relating to his proposed second marriage which showed his unim- paired standing. The most striking instance of his braving public opinion was a re- markable letter to ex-Governcr Ollive, in some respects the leading and most influential man in the Burlington colony. This eminent citizen was one of the original proprietors. He came with the pioneers in 1677, and at different times held the oftices of land commissioner, magistrate, member of Assembly, Speaker of the same. Deputy Governor and Governor, and was one of the Council of Proprietors. In his later years, when the letter of accusation was addressed to him by Thomas ffrench, he was regarded as a sort of arbitrator in general, in the settlement of private disputes, holding informal court in his fields, on his great plantation of over 600 acres on the Rancocas, which was near that of the man who severely criticised him and stood firmly by his declaration when called to account by Burlington Meeting, in which Thomas Ollive was for many years an acceptable minister. What was the cause of this trouble can now never be known. The ex-Governor's death occurred about this time and although Thomas ffrench lived for six years thereafter no further mention of the affair is to be found in the minutes of Burlington Meeting. The following is a complete transcript of references to Thomas ffrench. Burlington Monthly Meeting Minutes : Friends this Know y* I am Very Sorry & very much troubled y* I Should give Occation of Offence in y"' matter of my going to Law or Any Other matter wherein my Dear Brethern y'^ Lords People should be Offended Desiring you my Bretheren to forgive y^ Offence & I shall Seek all means that possibly Can be had to prevent y" Like Occation again. Your Friend & Brother Thomas French Read in y'' meeting y" 5th of y'' 12th mo. 1682. DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 67 At our mens monthly meeting held in Burlington in y® House of The" Gardiner y" 2'"' of y" Z"" mo. 1683. The Meeting saw meet to desire some friend to speak with Thos' French Henry Stacy & John Borten were willing to visit him & hear his answer & return their sense wether they find him senseable y' he sees it his place to Condemn his abrupt & Rude behavior in y" Monthly Meeting: Elias Farr & Tho' Gardiner & Tho' Mathews are willing to assist them & give an acct. to y" next Monthly Meeting : &c. At y" mens Monthly Meeting held at y'' house of Tho' Gardiner y" 17'" of y'' 3" mo. 1683. The Business of Tho' French yet Continued. At y* Mens Monthly Meeting in Burlington held at y" House of Tho' Gardiner y" 4'" of y*' 4*'' mo: 1683 The meeting Still desired y* fr***' that were appoid. to Visit Tho' French (viz) Jn° Bourton Henry Stacy Thomas Gardiner Elias Farr & Tho" Mathews that they would take Care to go together & hear his Answer & give this meeting an Account. At our Mens Monthly Meeting held in Burlington in y" House of Thos" Gardiner y" 2°" of y' 5'" mo. 1683. Then friends desired that Tho' French would appear at y* next monthly meeting & in as much as Tho' Budd & Rob'' Powell & Will'" Brightwen are desirous to Visit him the Meeting Expects their Care to Lett him know y'' meetings desire & Return this meeting an account. At our mens monthly Meeting held in Burlington in y'' House of Tho" Gardiner y" 6'" of y" 6"' mo. 1683. Whereas after much tenderness of Spirit & Bowels of Compafsion exer- cised toward Tho" French who Doth still appear in a Spirit of Opposition against y" Truth to wit y** Same Spirit w*^" he did formerly Charge y® body of Friends w*'' Injustice Saying he Could have no Right done him / lit J I Iscfilx t^TLnicrica : FIRST PAGE, "CONCESSIONS AND AGREEMENTS," ir.76 DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 69 Thomas ffrench having laid before this Meeting his Intentions of going for England desired a Certificate & the Meeting do appoint John Paine & ffredom Lippincott to Enquire into his Clearnefs as to Marriage & also his Conversation & make report to the next Meeting. At our Mens Monthly Meeting held at y* house of Thomas Gardners y^ 2"" of y" 8'" Month 1693 Peter ffretwell & James Ilill appointed to enquire of y' four Friends appointed formerly to examine y* charge of Tho" ffrench against Tho : Olive how it appeared to them that account may be given to next Meeting. Att our Mens Monthly Meeting held at y* House of Tho Gardeners y" V of y" 11*" Mo. 1693 The Meeting being informed y* sum who frequent this Meeting hath declared sum businefs y* hath past formerly in y* Meeting Concerning Tho ffrench being then refused a Certificate to y* abuce both to y° Meeting & also of said French y* Meeting desires all present to purge themselves by denial or else own it. At our Mens Monthly Meeting held at y" hous of Thomas Gardeners the 6" of y* 6"" Month 1694 Thomas French Intending to go for England Desired a Certificate & friends ordered y* ffredom Lippincott & Robert Hudson Should Enquire into his Clearness upon y* Account of Marriage & by their report as also Severall other Neighbours the meeting where Satisfied to give him one from this Meting which was accordingly done. At our Mens Monthly Meeting held at the house of Eliz" Gardiner in Burlington y-^ 6'" of the 3"^ Mo. 1695 It is ordered by this meeting that ffrancis Collings Richard Love & John Day are appointed to Speak to Tho' ffrench about his behaviour in Court Contrary to Truth & to make Report of his answer to the next Meeting. At our Mens Monthly Meeting held at the House of Eliz' Gardiner in Burlington y' 3^^ of the 4'" Mo. I69S John Day and Richard Love giveth report to this meeting that Tho' French doth Condemn the thing & is sorry that he should offend the weak. At our Mens Monthly Meeting held at the House of Eliz : Gardiner in Bton. y' 4" of y^ 9*" Mo. 1695 Jno Paine & Tho' French are appointed to gather y* Meetings Subscrip- tions for the Meeting house. 70 GENEALOGY OF THE At our Mens Monthly Meeting held at the House of Eliz" Gardiner in Bur"°° y'' 6"^ mo: 1696 Tho' French Desired of this meeting a Certificate concerning his Clear- ness from Women in Relation to Marriage, fredom Lippincott & The Eves are appointed to make Enquiry & to make report of it to the next meeting. Philadelphia Monthly Meeting Minutes : At a Monthly Meeting held at the house of Robert Ewer, the twenty- eighth of the Sixth month 1696 Milifsant Hoskins & Joan Southeby presented to this Meeting Thomas French and Elisabeth Stanton who declared their intentions of taking each other as husband & wife, this being the first time of their appearance, friends desire him to bring a Certificate from the Meeting where he belongs to, against the next meeting. At a Monthly Meeting held at the house of Robert Ewer, the twenty- fifth day of the Seventh Month 1696 Melifsant Hoskins & Joan Southeby present, Thomas French and Elisa- beth Stanton to this Meeting, who declared their intentions of taking each other in marriage he producing a Certificate of his clearnefs from others, they were left to consummate their intended marriage in the fear of God. DEED, THOMAS FFRENCH FROM JOHN WOOLSTON, 1680 This Indenture made & dated the Twentieth day of November in the yeare according to the Accompt now ufed in England, one Thousand six Hundred & Eighty Between John Woolston of Burlington in the Province of West New Jerfey yeoman of the one pte And Thomas ffrench of the same Towne aforesaid Cooper of the other pte witnefseth That the said John Woolston for & in Consideracon of the sume of Twenty ffive pounds Sterling to him in hand paid & secured to be paid by the said Thomas ffrench the Receipt whereof hee hath hereby acknowledge and thereof doth clearly acquitt & difcharge the said Thomas ffrench his Heires & Afsignes forever Hath granted bargained sold releafed & Confirmed And by thefe prefents doth grant bargaine sell Releafe & Confirme vnto the said Thomas ffrench his Heires & Afsignes forever, one Eighth pte of a ninetieth pte or propriety of Land Eyeing & being in the above said Province (except one Lott of Land in Burlington Conteyning one Acre & halfe a Rood with a dwelling houfe & fifty Acres belonging to the said Houfe according to the said purchase within the Towne Bounds, and Ex- cept one Lott of Land more in Burlington Conteyning by eftimacon Two Acres be the same more or lefse which the said John Woolston hath reserved now in his owne Tenure and occupacon which said Eighth pte of a DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 71 Propriety hee the said Jolm Woolston hath & holdeth by vertue of a deed Indented beareing date the Six and Twentieth day of fTebruary in the yeare one Thoufand Six Hundred Seaventy & Six between Thomas Ollive of Welingbrough Ilaberdafher of the one pte & hee the said John Woolfton of the other pte To have & to hold the said Land & prmifses (Except what before excepted) vnto the said Thomas ffrench his Heires & Afsignes forever — Togeather with all & every of the mines mineralls woods ffishings Hawkings Huntings & ffowlings, & all other priviledges profitts & Comodities whatsoever belonging to the faid prmifses. And hee the faid John Woolston doth for himselfe his Heires Executors & Afsignes Covenant promife & grant to & with the faid Thomas (Trench his Heires Executors & Afsignes That hee the said John Woolston his Heires & Afsignes shall & will at any tyme within seaven yeares next after the date hereof at the requeft Cost & Charges of the said Thomas ffrench his Heires & Afsigns doe & Execute all & every such Lawful! conveyance & Conveyances as fhall be for the better secureing & settling all the Interest & Tytle of him y"^ said John Woolfton of in & to the above granted prmifses in & to the faid Thomas ffrench his Heires & Afsignes. In witnefs whereof the parties ffirft above named to thefe prfent Indentures have interchangeably fett their hands & Scales 1680 — Sealed & Deliured in y'^ The marke of prfence of Thomas Curtis John Woolfton I Abraham Hewlings Tho : Enos This Deed was Acknowledged y*" 26"" Sept. 1681 before Robert Stacye " Thos : Budd U Comrs. Benja : Scott. SCHEDULE OR TARRY, THOMAS FFRENXH FROM JOHN WOOLSTON SENR. This Schedu'e or Tarry bearing date with a Deed of bargaine & Sale Between John Woolston Sen'' of the one pte And Thomas ffrench of y* other pte of one Eighth pte of a Propriety of Land in Weft Jerfey dated the Twentith day of November 1680 which y* afores" Deed doth make it more at large appeare Exprefsing y*^ Buttings & boundings of some certaine Lotts of Lott belonging to y" s"" Eighth pte of a ppriety as they were surveyed & Lotted out to mee y^ s'' John Woolfton which s'' Lotts of Land Excepting thefe Lotts of Land which are Excepted in ye Deed of bargain & Sale afores** I doe hereby acknowledge that I have sold & Confirmed unto y* s** Thomas ffrench his heires & afsignes forever, which are as followeth That is to say Two hundred Acres of Land be it more or lefse butting upon Rancokus Creek als Northampton River y" ppriety line & y' Land I 72 GENEALOGY OF THE of William Biddle l3'eing South Eaft & John Roberts Land northwest Alfo Two hundred Acres of Land more w*" a meadow belonging to it more or lefse lyeing & being next to y'^ Propriety Line below Thomas OUives butting upon Rancokus Creek als Northampton River afores* ye Propriety line being on the north weft side of it. Alfo one Lott of Land more in Burlington in that wharfe Lott Lotted out for y* ppriety of Thomas ollives which ppriety is bounded with y* Highstreet Northeaft & a Little Alley lyeing on y° southwest side of John Hollinshead houfe & fronting northweft upon y® River Dellaware & south eaft upon y" back street which part or fhare of y^ s** Lott granted in y* bargaine & sale aforef Conteyneth Twenty five foot front upon the River aforef be it more or lefse & goeth through to y^ back street Tn witnefse whereof I have hereunto sett my hand & Seale Signed Sealed & Deliv'"ed The marke of in ye p'fence of John I Woolfton with a Seale Q John Shinn Novemb"^ ll'*" 1693 Henry Grubb Jno. Shinn & Henry Grubb Attefted to Jn" Woolftons Executing hereof before William Biddle & Dan" Leeds Justices. DEED, THOMAS FFRENCH FROM ANTHONY MORRIS, 1685 This Indenture made y* fourteenth day of y" moneth called Aprill in y® yeare according to y" Acco* now ufed in England One Thousand six hundred Eighty & five — Betweene Anthony Morris of Burlington in West Jerfey Baker of y* one pt And Thomas ffrench Inhabitant neare Burlington yeoman of y" other p* witnefseth that y* s'* Anthony Morris for & in Con- sid''acon of y* sume of fforty shillings of this Countrey Curr* pay. to him paid & secured by y" s" Thomas ff'rench at or before y^ ensealing & delivery of thefe p'"sents y® receipt whereof hee doth hereby acknowledge & thereof clearly actjuitt & discharge y^ s" Thomas ffrench his heires & afsigns forever. Hath granted bargained sold releafed & confirned And by thefe prsents doth grant bargaine sell releafe & confirm unto y® sd Thomas fi"rench his heires & alsignes forever one waterside Lott of Land in Burlington Conteyning Eight foot front upon y® great River abut- ting North upon y" s'' River & South upon y" Back street & East upon y* Land of y" s** Thomas ffrench & West upon Richard Bafnetts house it being part of y** purchafe which hee y" s** Anthony Morris hath & holdeth by vertue of a Deed Indented bearing date y* Tenth of y* ninth moneth one Thoufand Six hundred Eighty & three betweene Mahlon Stacy of y* one pt & hee ye s'' Anthony Morris of y* other pt To have & to hold y* s"* Lott of Land to y" s** Thomas ffrench his heires & afsignes to ye onely ufe & behoofe of him ye s** Thomas ffrench his heires & afsignes forever with Appurtennces wayes & Eafem'^ thereunto belonging And hee ye s'' Anthony Morris doth for him selfe his heires Exec'"s & afsignes ^..-.•S- t'» II '-■ ivc luwroicnir J^c^i\{lVic i.-^niixanD six hiuii^)\\) scavodu six uUr. Wlli^'fr- ./ A- ' Q H *n W O Q O d o o •I) w o l-H H O w d H a a o o 00 00 ^ DESCENDANTS OF THOxMAS FRENCH 81 MEETING RECORDS, JAXE AND LYDIA FFRENXH At our mens monthly meeting held at the Meeting House in Burlington y' 5"" of y" 12'" mo. 16% Dan" Hall & Jane ffrench (12) declared their Intentions of Marriage it being the first time of their coming. At our mens monthly meeting held at our Meeting House in Bur'"° y* 1"* of the 1^' Mo. 169 f Dan" Hall & Jane ffrench appeared y* Second time & Declared their Intentions of Marriage y* Meeting finding nothing to obstruct or hinder the Same they are Left to Consumate that weighty affair as they in a Convenient time & Place in y' fear of y* Lord Shall See meet. At y* womens meeting held in Burlington y* S'" of y* 11*" Mo. 1703 Elizabeth Gardiner & Susannah fTurniss are appointed to admonish Lidia ffrench (13) Concerning her keeping Company with one y' is not a friend. At y* womens meeting held in Burlington y' T*"" of y* 12'" mo. 1703 Elizabeth Gardiner & Susannah fTurniss being apointed last meeting to speak to Lidia ffrench had no opertunity as yet therefore they are desired to continue their care therein. 6'" of y* P* mo. 1704 Elizabeth Gardiner & Susannah fTurniss report that they have endeavoured to speak with Lidia fi^rench but have had no opertunity therefore have made diligent enquiry & are informed that shee doth not now keep company with that man y* meeting was informed of. PETITION OF JANE HALL, 1709 To be appointed administratrix to her husband's estate. To the Honorable Richard Ingoldesby Esqr. Lieutenant Gouernor of her Majesties Provinces of New Jersej-, New Yorke &c The Petifion of Jane Hall widdow of Daniel Hall Lately Deceafed Humbly Sheweth, That your Petifioners husband latelj^ died Intestate faveing that on his death-bed he verbaly declared that he left all to me and appointed me his Sole Executrix Your petifioner therefore humbly praj-es that 'S'our Honnor would be pleafed to Committ the administration of her husbands estate to your petifioner and your petifioner as in duty bound fhall ever pray the marke of Jane \ Hall. 6 82 GENEALOGY OF THE Burlington the 19'" April! 1709. I Jane Hall doe follemnly declare in the presence of Almighty God the witnefs of the truth of What I fay That Daniell Hall decealed died without any -will al farr as I know and belelve and that I will well and truely administer all and fingular the goods Chatties and Creditts of the faid deceafed and pay his Debts as farr as his goods Chatties and Creditts will thereunto extend and the Law require me and that I will make a true and perfect Inventory of all the faid goods Chatties and Creditts as alfo a Juft account when thereunto Required the marke of Jane ( Hall Burlington the 19*^" Aprill 1709 Then appeared before me Richard Ingoldesby Esq"". Lieuetenant-Gouernor of her Majesty's provinces of New Jersey New Yorke &c Jane Hall widdow of Daniel Hall late of this County deceafed and praying for administra- tion of the Goods Chatties & Creditts of the faid deceafed I doe fitt to grant the fame accordingly She haveing been duely attested faithfully to administer the faid estate & returne an Inventory thereof Accordingly. Rich : Ingoldesby COLONIAL OIL LAMP DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 83 4— RACHEL FFRENCH (Thomas, 1) b. March 24th, 1664. Baptized April 3rd, 1664, at Church S. S. Peter and Paul, Nether Heyford, England, m. First, 1687, Mathew Allen. He d. October, 1701. m. Second, 12th mo. 9th, 1702, Hugh Sharp, son of William and Hannah Sharp. He b. 4th mo. 3rd, 1668. d. 1742. 16— MATHEW ALLEN, JR. 17— MERCY ALLEN 18— MARY ALLEN 19— THOMAS ALLEN 20— HANNAH SHARP 21— REBECCA SHARP b. Sth mo. 23rd, 1688. m- 1711, Grace Jones. b. 1st mo. 13th, 1692. m. First, 1710, Thomas Middleton. m. Second, 10th mo. 2nd, 1730, John Hugg. m. Third, 2nd mo. 19th, 1732, Thomas Lip- pincott. b. Sth mo. 23rd, 1695. m. First, Jarves Stockdell. m. Second, Sth mo. 15th, 1741, John Mickle. b. 2nd mo. 7th, 1699. m. 8th mo. 29th, 1724, John Brientnall. m. First, 2nd mo. 26th, 1727, William Coate. m. Second, 1754, Joseph Lippincott. Robert Allen, grandson of Mathew Allen, m. Mary Their daughter, Margery Allen, m. Job Rogers, and their daughter, Rhoda Rogers, m. Daniel Estell. Mary Estell, daughter of Daniel and Rhoda Estell, m. Morton McMichael, Mayor of Philadelphia, 1866, 1867, 1868. MATHEW ALLEN A signer of the " Concessions and Agreements," Mathew Allen became one of the early English settlers of Burlington County, New Jersey. Ap- parently he was possessed of considerable means and had great faith in the future of the new country. In 1680, he bought of John Smith of " Christeene Creek" [Delaware] 3200 acres of land located along the Delaware near 84 GENEALOGY OF THE Rancocas creek and extending eastward. Some 500 acres of the tract he conveyed to Isaac Conoroe in 1683, "out of good will and kindness which he hath and beareth unto the said Isaac Conoroe," also a further 500 acres to his brother Jacob Conoroe, under same conditions ; and the descendants of these men have ever since lived in the same vicinity. Isaac and Jacob Conoroe were evidently the step-sons of Mathew Allen, as from contemporary records he appears to have been married to their widowed mother previous to his marriage to Rachel ffrench in 1687. He is frequently referred to in old deeds as the "father-in-law" of Isaac and Jacob Conoroe; a term synonymous in colonial days with step-father. Mathew Allen became a farmer resident of Chester township ; he was also a carpenter, and took an active interest in the affairs of the community. He was elected constable of Chester township in 1699 and served as tax assessor during part of 1701, the year of his death. In the month of May of that year, he was one of the signers of the address of the inhabitants of West Jersey to King William, asking his " Sacred Majesty " to assume the civil government of the Colony, many things having been suffered under pro- prietary control. This curious paper, so expressive of the characteristic loyalty of British subjects, concluded as follows: " That the great and glorious God who of his wonderful! Goodness & mercy hath sett you over his Great People will preserve your sacred Maj*^ from the wicked contrivances, of all those who shall endeavour to oppose y'' Maj"' in the great worke w*^" Ij'es before You is and shall be the fervent & Constant Prayers of Us who crave leave to subscribe Our Selves your Maj'^^ most humble Suppliants." DEED, JOHN SMITH TO MATHEW ALLEN The following is an abstract of deed bearing date August 14th, 1680, of John .Smith " of Christeene Creek in America (yeoman) to Mathew Allen of Burlington in West Jersey, in America (carpenter)." Consideration Three score & Tenne pounds in good Country pay — grants bargains, sells &c — unto said Mathew Allen his heirs & Assigns forever (in his Actual pofsefsion now being by vertue of a bargaine & sale to him made for one whole yeare by Indenture bearing date the day before the date hereof & by vertue of y* statue for tranfferring vfes into poffeffion) All that his Lott or prcell of Land allready laid forth lyeing & being neare Rancokus Creek upon Dellaware River in America being comonly called the great Lott & was first laid forth conteyning by Estimacon Three Thousand Two hundred & odde Acres or thereabouts. And allfoe DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 85 all ye his Lott or Lotts of Lands lyeing or being in the Islands of Burlington aforesaid Togeather alfoe with all such pte & pts share & shares as fhall belong or appertayne to the said Lott or Lotts in Burlington Towne bounds when the said Town bounds shall be devided & laid forth with all privileges &c to them apperteyning (except & reserved out of this prsent deed or grant, unto the s'* John Smith his heirs & afsigns one Acre & an halfe of Land in Burlington Island afres* lyeing to y^ High Street there & adjoyning to a Lott of Land belonging to the s* Mathew Allen and except alfoe one Lott or prcell of Land in Burlington afores** con- teyning by estimacon Eight Acres, or thereabouts be the same more leffe in the tenure or occupacon of William Brightwell or of his affignes) — all deed?, writings coppies &c to be made at the charge of s"* Mathew Allen his heirs & Assignes, (The Sume of one shillinge & Six pence comonly called three Guilders yearely to be paid by said Mathew Allen his heires & afsignes unto the said John Smith his heires & afsignes at the ffeast dayes of St. John the Baptist, if lawfully demanded as a Cheife Rent or Quitt Rent onlly excepted or foreprized) &c John Smith Sealed & deli'rded in p'"fence of John White Tho: Revell Alfoe Sealed & Deli'rded in the p'"fence of Willm Emley Thomas Lambert, Tho : ffairman & Tho : Revell. WILL OF MATHEW ALLEN, 1701 In the Name of God Amen This being my last will and testament : by which I make void any other wills whatsoeuer : this feuententh of the feuenth month and in y* thirteenth year of his maiesties Reign : and in y^ year of our Lord one thousand feuen hundred and one : I Matthew Allin of y" Prouinc of New West jerfy and townfhip of Chester being wake of body yet of a perfect memory and mind : I doe Conftitute and ordeign my beloued wife Rachel Alin and my fon Mathew Alin to be fole Executorf : to performe my will as fol- oweth : I giue to my fon Mathew my plantation & all the land belonging to it except two hundred Ackers where Ifaac Conorow now liveth (it fhall begin at the Run and fo to John Adamfef path fo along the path half a mile fo to the Run again) I giue it to him when at age: to him and his heirf for euer also thirty pounds in Catle : I giue to my fon thomas Allin : the before mentioned two hundred Ackers and goshon ling one Northhampton Riuer : with thirty pounds in Catle : when at Age to him his heirs and assigns f oreuer : I doe order that my wife or her Assigns pay to my two dafters Marfy and Mary Allin thre hundred pounds : and my fon Mathew or his heirs or Assigns fhall pay one hundred pounds when they fhall arive at the Age of twenty years to them and their heirs or Assigns for euer and if either Child, dye, its portion fhall be deuided 86 GENEALOGY OF THE equally between the Rest : the interest of the four hundred fhall be for the bringing up of the Children — Also I giue my wife the lot of land in burlington to her or her Assigns for euer and the remamding part of the ftock I doe order my wif to pay Alinor Conorow y*^ daughter of Isaac Conorow hue pounds when at Age : Also that Negro dick be fold for y* vse of the plantation allso I giue Isaac Conorow three fhilings. Also to Jacob Conorow three fhilings Also to Anthony frier three fhillings md delivered -» / Sealed and delivered in the presents Abraham Ifaac Con Octob"" 17, 1701 Abraham Heulings and Isaac Conarroe appearing before us, two of y* Juftices in the County of Burlington upon their Solemn atteftacon did declare that they were p'"fent and saw and heard y® above Teftator Matthew Allen signe Seal deliver Publish and declare y^ above Inftrument as his laft will & Teftam' & sett their hands thereto as Witnefses & further depofeth that to y'^ beft of their Underftanding, the Teftator was of sound and difpofeing mind & memory at y" Executeing thereof Tho : Gardiner Sam" ffurnis INVENTORY OF THE ESTATE OF MATHEW ALLEN, 1701 October y* 9"^ 1701 A True Inventory of the goods and Chattels of Mathew Allen Late of Chester in the County of Burlington in Weft Jerfey deceafsed, as foUoweth Preifed by us whofe names are under written lb f D Imp*"" his Ready money and Aparel 15 10 00 6 pare of fheets 09 00 00 5 pillow beeres 00 09 00 3 table Cloths and two napkins 00 12 00 other pieces of Linin 00 07 00 bed and furniture 05 00 00 bed and furniture 05 10 00 bed and furniture 02 10 00 New Linin 02 06 06 A peice of new woolin Cloth 05 19 00 A Remnant of new druget 00 11 00 2 great brafs kettles and one fkillit 08 00 00 \ DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 87 1 warming pan 00 2 brafs candlefticks 00 3 Iron potts and one Iron kettle 02 pewter 05 milk veffils 02 Lanthorne 00 Cheft of drawers 04 Chefts 01 1 5 cows 60 1 bull 03 pare of oxen 11 pare of young ftears 04 [ — (torn)] two years old heyfors 12 5 yearlings 09 8 Calves 08 2 horfes one mare & 1 yearling Colt 14 21 Sheep 12 30 head of fwine 20 500 pound waite of Cheefe 12 5 barrills of boyled fider 05 2 barrills of fifh 02 corn in the barn & in the houfe 40 30 load of hay 18 1 Cart 01 plow and tackling 01 Iron tooles 02 fpade and howes 00 other old Iron 00 fire Irons 01 box Irons and heaters 00 bible and other books 00 1 pare of ftilliards & fcales 00 1 pare of money fcales 00 wool 02 faddle and pillion 01 f pining wheelf 01 1 gun 01 frying pan 00 peafe [ ?] 02 grind ftone 00 old fiths and fickles 00 one cunnooe 02 old baggs 00 IS 00 05 00 00 00 06 00 00 00 05 00 00 00 05 00 00 00 10 00 10 00 15 00 00 00 10 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 10 00 00 00 08 00 00 00 00 00 10 00 04 00 04 00 12 00 03 00 02 OS 07 06 15 00 15 00 06 00 05 00 00 00 00 00 03 00 07 00 10 00 10 00 10 00 10 00 10 00 88 GENEALOGY OF THE lb f D chears ftooles and other Lumber 01 17 00 3 negroes two men and one woman 115 00 00 £ : 443 07 08 lb 1 D Debts oweing to the faid Mathew Allen 300 00 00 brought from y*" other fide 443 07 08 Preifed by us £ : 743 07 08 John paine Tho : Eves Abraham heulings. BOND, RACHEL ALLEN, RICHARD AND CHARLES FFRENCH, 1701. Know all men by thefe prfents That We Rachel Allen of the County of Burlington, in the Province of Weft New Jersey Widdow, Matthew Allen, Rich'' ffrench, and Charles ffrench sll of the same Count}' yeom are holden and ftand firmly bound unto the Hono*"'" Coll. Andrew Hamilton Governo'' of the s* Province in the Sume of ffifteen hundred pounds of curr' silver money of y'' s** Province To be paid to y'' s* Governo'' or to his lawfuU Succefsors for y" time being To the w'^'' Paymt well and truely to be made W^e bind ourselves and every of us our and every of our heires Executors and Adm""^ for the whole and in the whole joyntly and severally firmly by these Presents Sealed w'" our Seals dated in Burlington the 17'" day of Octob'' Anno Dm 1701 Annoqe R. R' Gulielmi tertij Anglis &c decimo tertio The Condicon of the above Obligacon is such That if the above bounden Rachel Allen, and Matthew Allen, (one y^ Wife the other the son and alfo) Executors of the laft will and Teftam* of Matthew Allen late of Chefter in ye s" County of Burlington yeom deed, do and shall truely and juftly fullfill and performe the laft Will and Teftam* of the said Teftator being the day of the date hereof proved and given into ye Regifters Office at Burlington afores'^ juft and true Accompts of and concerning the same Eftate late of and belonging to ye s*" Teftator w*^'' now is or hereafter shall come into their or either of their cuftody pofsefsion or knowledge when thereunto lawfully required, and thereof and of every part thereof discharge themselves according to Law That then the above Obligacon to be void & of none Effect or elfe to be and remaine in full force and virtue her Rachel Allen ^^ mark DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 89 Sealed and delivered In the presence of Tho : Gardiner Sam" ffurnis Tho : Eves Edward Hunloke CAo^^A^^ HUGH SHARP Hugh Sharp was a native of Northampton, England, whence he came to Pennsylvania, a lad of fourteen years of age, with his father the year of Penn's arrival. His family settled in Pennsbury, where he remained until he married Rachel, daughter of Thomas ffrench, widow of Mathew Allen, of Burlington county. New Jersey. Evidently having had educa- tional advantages he became a prominent, useful and influential citizen, of high standing in religious as well as business circles. He was a leading Friend, being a member of Burlington Monthly Meeting, and for some years an elder. He located in Chester township, becoming owner of several large plantations in that vicinity. In 1715 he received a grant of 3700 acres of unsurveyed lands from the Council of Proprietors, 230 acres of which were located in Hunterdon county and 400 acres in Morris county. Hugh Sharp's special gifts as a M-riter and man of affairs were utilized in various ways. His signature, as a witness, is found on wills and other documents and he prepared many inventories. He drew petitions to the legislature, notably for a bridge over the Rancocas, in 1709. The same year he served in that body as a member for the western division of Burling- ton county, the first Assembly of Governor Lord Lovelace. He signed a memorial to Governor Burnet, " in obedience to the order of Council, ap- pointing a time for the Proprietors for exhibiting their reasons why the bill for repealing an act for running and ascertaining the line of partition between the eastern and western divisions of New Jersey, should not pass." This was in 1721. February 18, 1708-9, Hugh Sharp was appointed guardian of Thomas Allen, " a minor of the age of eleven years or thereabouts, son of Mathew Allen, late of the county of Burlington, deceased, and Rachel the now wife of the said Hugh Sharp." He entered bond in the sum of 500 pounds, April 11, 1709. 90 GENEALOGY OF THE WILL OF HUGH SHARP, 1741 I Hugh Sharp of the Township of Wellingborrow and County of Burling- ton & province of West New Jersey Esquire thanks be to God being of perfect Sound disposing mind and memory do make & ordain this my last will and Testament in manner and form following that is to say Principally I give & Recomend my Spiritts into y*' hands of God y* gave It and my Body to the Earth to be decently Buried att y" difcretion of my Executors hereafter named And as Touching such worldly Eftate wherewith itt hath pleafed God to blefs me in this Life I give and Bequeath y*^ Same in maner and form as followeth — Item I give and Bequeath unto my dear and Loveing wife Rachel Sharp all that my Lott of Land in Burlington, fronting Pearl Street and Runing half way Back to Water Street to her and to her heirs and Afsigns forever I alfo Give unto my Said wife y® Sum of thirty pounds proclamation money to be paid to her annually out of my Eftate dureing her Natural Life by my Executors in Lew of her thirds of my Eftate which She is Therewith Contented. Item I Give unto my daughter-in-Law Mary Micle y* wife of John Micle all maner of Debts due or Owing unto me from her. Item I give unto y" Monthly Meeting of ffriends in Burlington y"' sum of five pounds to be paid into the hands of Caleb Raper Efq"" in twelve months after my Deceafe for the ufe of the afforesaid Meeting. And wheras I have Sold to my Son in Law William Coate my plantation, whereon I now dwell for Eight Hundred pounds Item I Give unto my Said Son Wm. Coate the Sum of four Hundred pounds thereof he paying y^ Intereft thereof for which he hath given me bonds and to my Son in Law John Brintnale the other four hundred pounds. And it is my will that after my Deceafe and my wife's that my Eftate Shall be Equally Divided Between my two Sons in Law as afores'', And I do nominate and appoint my Said two Sons in Law John Brientnall and William Coate Executors of this my Last will and Testament And I doe Hereby Revoake and Difsanul all former and other Wills and Teftaments by me Heretofore made making and ordaining this my Last will & Testament In wittnefs whereof I have hereunto Sett my hand and Seale This fifth day of y^ Eighth Month Comonly Called October and in the year of our Lord 1741 Signed Sealed published pronounced and Declared by the Said Hugh Sharp as his Last will and Testament in y"' prefence of Peter ffearon Abr'" ffarrington Joshua Raper DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 91 Abraham Farrington and Joshua Raper Two of the witnefses to the within written will being of the People called Quakers on their Solemn affirmation which they took according to law did declare & affirm that they Saw Hugh Sharp the Testator therein named Sign & Seal the same & heard him publish pronounce & declare the within written Instrumt to be his last will and Testament and that at the doing thereof y^ s'* Testator was of sound disposing mind memory and understanding so far as they know and as they Verily believe & that Peter ffearon the other witnefs was present and Signed his name as an evidence thereto together with these affirmants in presence of the s'' Testator Abr'" Farrington Joshua Raper Affirmed at Burl" y'^ Thirteenth Day of January A. D. 1742 before me Joseph Rose, Surrogate Be it Remember'd that the last will and Testament of Hugh Sharp dec'd having Been duly proved as aboves* probate & letters Testamentary were granted by his Excellency Lewis Morris Esq"" Governour &c. unto Wm Coates &Jo° Brientnall the Ex''^ therein named who being duly affirmed well & Truly to perform the S"* will to Exhibit a True and perfect Inventory and render a Just accompt when thereunto lawfully required Given under y^ prerogative Seal of S** province at Burlington the Second Day of March A. D. 1742 p Arch" Home Regr. &c HISTORIC TABLE, BURLINGTON MEETING HOUSE Upon this table marriage certificates have been signed for more than two hundred years, and it is still in use, 1908. 92 GENEALOGY OF THE 5— RICHARD FFRENCH (Thomas, 1) b. December 1st, 1665. Baptized December 15th, 1666, at Church S. S. Peter and Paul, Nether Heyford, England. d. 1745. m. First, 7th mo. 11th, 1693, Sarah Scattergood, daughter of Thomas and Elizabeth Scatter- good of Stepney Parish, London, England. She d. about 1700. m. Second, 11th mo. 13th, 1701, Mary King, daughter of Harmanus and Mary King of Nottingham Township, Burlington Co., N. J. 22— ELIZABETH FRENCH 23— RICHARD FREA'CH, JR 24— THOMAS FRENCH 25— MARY FRENCH 26— REBECCA FRENCH 27— WILLIAM FRENCH 28— SARAH FRENCH 29— ABIGAIL FRENCH 30— BENJAMIN FRENCH 31_jONATHAN FRENCH b. 1694. m. William Scholey. b. 8th mo. 20th, 1696. m. Rachel . m. 8th mo. 15th, 1724, Preserve Brown, Jr. m. 2nd mo. 23rd, 1729, Benjamin Shreve. b. April 7th, 1712. m. Sept. 20th, 1748, Lydia Taylor. b. 7th mo. 20th, 1715. m. 2nd mo. 1741, William Marlin. b. 7th mo. 5th, 1717. m. First, 1st mo. 1737, James Lewis. m. Second, Jacob Taylor. b. 12th mo. nth, 1719. m. January ZQth, 1742, Martha Hall. b. 11th mo. 27th, 1722. m. 1st mo. 12th, 1744, Esther Matlack. Harmanus King died 5th day of 1st mo. (March) 1727/8 in his 76th year. Mary King died 24th day of 11th mo. 1740, in her 88th year. DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 93 RICHARD FRENCH A memorandum in the family Bible of Thomas ffrench, then residing at Nether Heyford, England, and in his own handwriting, says : " December the first about ten at night my son Richard was borne, 1665. The Lord give him grace that hee may continually walk before him." A long and useful life shows how fully this characteristic prayer of a devout and loving father was answered. Richard was a lad of fifteen when he came to America with the family, in 1680. So far as known, his youth and early manhood were spent on the Rancocas homestead plantation. That he was devoted to farm life is shown in the fact that upon his marriage, in 1693, he purchased an extensive tract of land, 460 acres, in Mansfield township, Burlington county, where he seems to have resided during the remainder of his life. A deed of release of all claim to the home farm, after his father's death, to his younger brother, Charles, shows the kindly relationship that existed and his contentment with his own lot. That Richard French was a faithful and zealous Friend is evident from meeting records of the period, wherein his name appears many times. His nearest meeting was the one early established at Crosswicks. In 1715 he is recorded as an overseer and in 1723 as an Elder and minister. He was a frequent representative at Quarterly and Yearly Meeting. He was now past middle age, but for a quarter of a century continued active in the work of preaching and visitation, journeying through the wilderness to New England and the South. The original certificate of 1733, a facsimile of which is given, is wonderfully well preserved, showing many notable names of that pioneer period. In the promotion of religious life in the colonies Richard French was conspicuous and influential. In business affairs he was active and prosperous, as his many deeds and other papers show, particularly his will and the accompanying inventory of personal property. In 1701 he served as tax collector for Mansfield township. He raised a large family, all of his ten children reaching marriageable age. The peculiar phraseology of his recorded papers shows a mind exceedingly careful of details, with a just and kindly spirit, a continuing answer to the fervent prayer of his father at his birth. His monthly meeting fittingly testified, after his death, that in the exercise of his gift in the ministry, " he labored faithfully in his declining age, and travelled much in North America." 94 GENEALOGY OF THE MEETING RECORDS The following are extracts from various Meeting records showing reference to Richard French. Burlington Monthly Meeting Minutes : At our Mens Monthly Meeting held at the House of Thos. Gardiners y* 7'" of y"^ e'" mo: 1693 Richard ffrench and Sarah ^cattergood came before this Meeting and Declared their Intention of Marriage it being the first Time. At our Mens Monthly Meeting held at y'' house of Thomas Gardeners Adjorned to this Eleventh of y" 7"" Month 1693. Richard ffrench & Sarah Scattergood came this second time and de- clared their Intentions of Marriage & the Meeting upon Enquire finding them Clear they are prmitted to Solemnize y^ same as in y® fear of God they see meete. At our Mens Monthly Meeting held at our Meeting House in Bur*"" y* P* of the 1^' Mo. 169f Whereas Some Diiference appeared between Christopher Wetherill & Rich'' French Concearning a Peice of Meadow in dispence between them Jno. Brown ordered to Speak to Rich** to be here at the next Mo'" Meeting. At our Mens Monthly Meeting held at our Meeting house in Burlington y* 5'" of y' T"" Mo: 1697 Richard French in psuance to y" Order of y*" Last meeting appeared at this Meeting & the Men by them Chosen to finally End y" Difference between them are these Joshua Humphreis ffreedom Lippincott Jno. Wills & Tho Raper. At our Mens Monthly Meeting held at Our Meeting House in Burlington y-^ 7"' of y" 4*'^ Mo. 1697 The men before chosen by Christopher Wetherill & Richard French gives account to this Meeting y* y** difference between them is ended. Chesterfield Monthly Meeting Minutes: A — 10*" Mo. 1701 Richard French and Mary King signifyed their inten- tions of taking each other in marriage and according to y* good order yoused amongst us, Wm. Wood and Thos. Scholey are appoynted to enquire concerning his clearness on y' acco* & make report to our next Mo. Mtg. DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 95 1^' of 11 mo. 1701 Rich'd French and Mary King signified their intentions of marriage with each other y"' 2nd time, and enquiry having been made on both parts concerning their clearness from others on y* account and nothing appearing but that they are cleare they are left to proceed accord- ing to y* good order yoused amongst us. Our Women's Monthly Meeting was held at the Meeting house in Chester- field where -1 — 10 mo. 1701 — Richard French of this meeting and Mary King the daughter of Harmanus & Mary also of this meeting laid before this meeting their intentions of joining each together in marriage. Hannah Overton & Rebecca Davenport are to enquire of the young woman's clear- ness & give report to our next monthly meeting. 1 — 11 mo. 1701 — Richard French and Mary King aforesaid have the Second time published their intentions of marriage before us : So Friends finding things clear leaves them to the men Friends. MARRIAGE CERTIFICATE Chesterfield Monthly Meeting Record, Book 1, Marriages, Births and Deaths. Whereas Richard French of the Township of Mansfield & County of Burlington in the province of West Jersey yeoman, & Mary King daughter of Harmanus King of the Township of Nottingham & County & province afores** having intentions of taking each other in Marriage did publish the same before Several Monthly Meetings of the people called Quakers & had the consent of the said Meetings & of parents & Relations concerned. And for the full determination of their said Intentions They the said Richard French & Mary King aforesaid appeared in a Solemn Afsembly of the aforesaid people met together for that end & purpose at the House of Harmenus King in the Township of Nottingham & County & province aforesaid upon the thirteenth day of the Eleventh month One Thousand Seven hundred & one Where he the said Richard French, taking the said Mary King by the hand did openly declare Friends in the fear of the Lord & in the presence of this Afsembly I take this my friend Mary King to be my Wife promifsing to be a loving & faithful husband till death Separate & the said Mary King in like manner did take the said Richard French to be her husband promifsing to be a faithful & loving Wife till death Separate us. And as a further confirmation thereof the said Rich** French & the said Mary Afsuming her husband's name upon her did then & there Set their hands to thefe presents & we whose names are hereunto Subscribed were Witnefses to the said Solemnization & Susbscription. Richard French her Mary fed J— I > H £ o I ^ i ^ ! ^ Q > o o s 5 ;> 2. M « H :^ o » •< — ^' ^ ^ ^ iMvsM^ I §^ r ^^ ^ ■^^>^sXv r t^ -^ L&fet : 1. ^^^^ ._WJ;>^-^_ DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 97 unhappy Lott was to be at y^ unlawful Meeting. In teftamony whereof ,we do here unto Subscribe our Names y*^ day and yeare Abovefd. Richard ffrench Tho : Curtis David Curtis 7^'' mo 4"' 1701 — Richard French Appeared at this Meeting and Signed A Paper to the Sattisfaction of friends. The meeting appoints Richard French and John Bunting to goe to Thomas Curtis & David for y'" to sign y* Papper as above. 8 mo 1^ 1701 John Bunting and Richard French gives this mtg account y' they have been with Thos. and David Curtis and y' they have both signed y*^ paper above mentioned. At a Monthly Meeting at Chesterfield Meeting-house ye 2"'' day of y* 11*'' Mo. 1706 friends by this Meeting Appointed to Attend and Accompaney Publike friend traveling this Way so far as is Neflary is John Murfin Robert Willson Edward RockhiU John Abbott Rich'* french & Matthew Wattson 4"" of 6**^ Mo. 1715 — Two or three of the Overseers belonging to this Meeting for some reasons requested that there might be added to their assistance one Friend more which the Meeting having taken into consid- eration do appoint Richard French to be Overseer joyned to those before named. At Meeting at Chesterfield Mtg-house 6"" of the 8"'" 1720. The Friends of Chester being the lower part of this County acquainted Friends of this Meeting sometime paft that by an accident of Fire their Meeting House was burnt therefore requefted some afsistance of this Meeting that such as were free to contribute to so good a Work whereupon Several Friends Subfcribed to pay as soon as they could to Richard French & William Murfin the Sums contained therein to be applyed to the ufe aforesaid. At a Monthly Meeting of Friends held at their Meeting House in Chesterfield the 5'" of the 11'"° 1720. Richard French & William Murfin being formerly appointed to receive the Money Subfcribed to afsist our Friends at Chester in order to rebuild their Meeting House that was burned brought in a Receipt to this Meeting from under the hands of Thomas French (6) & James Adams for the money paid to them being ten pounds, three Shillings new Currency. 7 I 98 (;enealogy of the 1^' of 6 mo. 1723 This Meeting hath thought fit to appoint our Friends and Elders Richard French and Benjamin Clarke and request that they will meet with our severall Meetings of Ministring Friends held at Burlington at the times agreed to by the General Meeting of the Ministring Friends. 6 — 6 mo. 1724 — This meeting having considered the advantage that Friends and Truth may receive by putting in practice the weighty work of Love and service in visiting Friends families do for that service appoint our dear friends Richard French, Jos. Watts, John Sykes & Isaac Horner At Chesterfield monthly meeting held the 6"' of Sixth month, 1724. This meeting having considered the matter referred to this time concerning a Meeting House to be built near Stony Brook approves thereof and a subscription was made in order thereto. Richard French and John Tan- tum are appointed to receive for the meetings use the sums subscribed, as Friends are in readiness to pay same. John Tantum and Thomas Lambert are appointed to lay the matter before the next Quarterly meeting at Burlington for its approval and assistance. At a Monthly Meeting of Friends held at their Meeting Houfe in Chesterfield the 7'" of the 2™° 1726— Friends of this Meeting having had for sometime paft under their consideration the advantage it would be for Expediting the businefs that may be propofed in this meeting a preparative Meeting where those that have any businefs to propofe to this Meeting may have the advice of such Friends as may be present at said Meeting & that they are to be holden at the Meeting Houfe every fifth day next before our Monthly Meeting, immediately after the Week day Meeting is over & to consist of twenty four Men and Women Friends to be named by the respective Meeting or so many of thofe named as can well be there & such other Solid Friends who are Members of our Monthly Meeting as can attend it which sd preparative Meeting shal report to y"* next mo'^ Meeting such things considered by them as come properly before said Meeting. Friends appointed to attend it are as follows ; Richard French, John Sykes, Joseph Worth, Abraham Farrington, Isaac Horner, John Tantum, John Abbott, Benjamin Clark, Samuel Large, Preserve Brown, John Wood & Thomas Lambert. Named by our Women as followeth Mary Bunting, Rebecca Waring, Hannah Overton, Hannah Woodward, Anne Abbott, Mary Brown, Joanna Sykes, Thomasin Pancoast, Elianor Horner, Alice Bunting, Eliza- beth Tantum, & Sarah Murfin. At A Monthly Meeting of Friends held at their Meeting Houfe in Chesterfield the 6*" of the 8'"° 1726. Our Friends Richard French & John Sykes propofed that if this Meeting DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 99 approved of it thej- thought it might be of good Service not only to their 'and many other Friends famileys but give an opportunity to some who would be willing to come sometimes if near to Settle at some convenient place near them a Meeting to be every firft day during the winter Quarter which propofal this Meeting approves of and leaves the Settling of the Same to them and Friends that way. 5 — 11 mo. 1726 In answer to our friends request and the Quarterly Meeting directions, this meeting thinks fit to appoint our Friends Richard French, Abraham Farrington, Benjamin Clark and Thos. Lambert to make themselves acquainted as much as they can of the labors and service of that worthy servant of the Lord Thomas Wilson when in these parts and draw it in writing and bring it to our next Monthly Meeting. 2 — of 5'" mo. 1730 Friends subscribed to the raising of a half j'early collection for the use of our Yearly Mtg. and appointed our friends Rich*" French and Isaac Horner to receive the same. It is desired it may be paid in before next monthly meeting. 3 — 6 mo. 1732 A subscription was forwarded at this Meeting in order for the Yearly Meeting Stock and appoint our Friends Richard French and John Tantum to receive the same. 7'" of 12'" Month 1733 Our Friend Richard French requested a certifi- cate of this meeting signifying that for some time he had some drawing in his mind to visit Friends in ^'irginia and Maryland and accordingly he had one signed. [Facsimile of certificate above requested and granted appears upon accom- panying page.] 4*" of 5'" mo. 1734 Our Friend Richard French being returned from his visit of Love to Friends in North Carolina and Virginia and brought certificates from Friends which are a good account & satisfactorie to this meeting. 4*" of 9™° — 1736 — Friends appointed Isaac Horner, Richard French, William Morris, Joshua Wright and Marmaduke Watson to treat with Joseph Borden about Land to build a Meeting house on, and a grave-yard he having made an offer to some Friends concerning it. 2'^ of 10""° 1736 — The friends appointed to treat with Joseph Borden have been with him, and he hath ordered two pieces of Land one for a Meeting House and the other for a Grave Yard to Friends Satiffaction ; 100 GENEALOGY OF THE and desire Samuel Satterthwaite, Benjamin Shreve, Thomas Newbold, Benjamin Clark Jun'' — Ananiah Gaunt and Joseph Gardiner to receive the Deed and Sign an acknowledgment of Truft for it : This Meeting orders Jofeph Recklefs to make the Writings as soon as he can with conveniency. The Declaration of Trust for the Land at Bordentown to be made to Joseph Recklefs, Marmaduke Watson, Samuel Pancoast and Benjamin Field. 6*'' of 11 mo. 1736 — Joseph Reckless reported that the writings were not done for the Land for a Meeting House and Grave Yard at Bordentown for want of the Survey. The Meeting orders him to get it done as soon as can be with conveniency. 3'"'' of 12"'° 1736 — Joseph Recklefs to continue his care for getting the writing done for the Meeting House and graveyard at Bordentown. 7*" of 5"'° — 1737 — Joseph Recklefs gives accot that the Deeds for the Meeting House and Grave Yard at Bordentown are done, this Meeting desires him to get the Declaration of Trust signed against Next Meeting. 1 — 1 mo. 1739 — Richard French acquainted this Meeting that he had a concern on his mind to Yisit Friends in New England Defiring a Certificate on that account 5 — 2 Mo. 1739 — Richard French had a Certificate Signed at this Meeting according to his request. 5 — 5 Mo. 1739 — Richard French brought into this Meeting two Certifi- cates one from Dover Monthly Meeting in New England dated the 19th day of the 3** mo. 1739 The other from the Yearly Meeting at Newport on Road Island dated the 11th of the 4 mo. 1739 both giving a satisfactory account of his Service and of his orderly Conversation. 6 — 7 mo. 1739 — Richard French brought a Certificate to this meeting from Long Island dated 25 — of 5 mo. 1739 giving a satisfactory account of his Service there. 5 — 1 mo. 1741 — William Marlin and Sarah French (28) the first time appeared at this meeting and declared their intentions of marriage with each other. Friends appoint Isaac Horner & Marmaduke Watson to enquire concerning his conversation and clearness on account of marriage and make report to ne.xt monthly meeting. ^ 1 ^ i^ J -K M \ .. V.J ^ V \ N^ :^ ^ .^ \^ r o o o E DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 101 2 — 1^ mo. 1741 — Wm. Marlin and Sarah French the second time de- clared their intentions of marriage : Nothing appearing to obstruct. Friends leave them to their liberty to consumate the same to see that things are orderlj'. Minutes of Chesterfield Monthly Meeting of Women Friends : 5th of ye 1st mo. 1741 William Marlen a frequenter of our meetings for worship and Sarah French (28) hath published theire intention of marriage, two friends are appointed to make enquire concerning her and report to next meeting. 2nd of 2nd mo. 1741 William Merlen and Sarah French ye second time signified they continued theire intentions of marriage and nothing appearing to hinder their proceeding they are left to the conclusion of men friends. William Marlin was Overseer of Roads for Chesterfield Township, 1746. "SERTIFICATE" OF HARMANAS KING The following is taken from a very old Book of Chesterfield Monthly Meeting Records : fi'rom our Monthly Meeting at fflushing on Long Ifland the feventh day of y* ffirst mo 1699— Deare ffriendf wee dearly falut you in the truth and hearby fartefie that Harmanas King Lived amongft us and belonged to our Meeting and hee remouing into your parts to Live requefted of us a fertificate of his Conuerfation which was sober and orderly walking acording to his profef- sion in much fimplifetti and haue Left a good report behind him hauing made prouif of his Loue to truth acording to his capafity by an Inofent Conuerfation and as fuch wee defire hee may bee Receiued amongft you hoping that hee will Contineue in y*' fam nearneff to truth and itf ffoloworf. Signed by order and on behalf of our faid meeting pr Sam Bown. APPOINTMENT OF RICHARD FRENCH TAX COLLECTOR, 1701 An Act of Assembly made May 1700 entitled "An Act for raifing a Tax towards an Honorable Support of Government as also to defray Several Provincial Debts &c. And it is Hereby Enacted by the Authority of the Same " Governor — advice of Council and Consent and agreement of the Representa- tives in this General free Assembly met and Assembled) that the Persons 102 GENEALOGY OF THE herein after mentioned be appointed and are hereby appointed and author- ized in the several and respective Townships Precincts or Districts in the said Province, to be Assessors and Collectors for the Afsefsing and gather- ing the faid Tax as follows, viz ; " In Burlington Co., — for Mansfield Thomas Curtis and James Crafts Sen*" Afsefsors ; — Richard French ; Collector. At Sessions of Gen. Assembly convened at Burlington the 12*" Day of May, 1701 and ending 2P' Day of same. Andrew Hamilton — Governor, (with advice of this Council) and by Samuel Jennings Speaker of House of Representatives Recorded per me Edward Hunloke Clerk Council DEED, RICHARD FRENCH TO THOMAS BRYAN, 1714 This Indenture made and dated the Seventh day of February in the year according to English account one thousand seven hundred and fourteen Between Richard French of the Township of Mansfield in the County of Burlington and the Western Division of the Province of New Jersey Yeoman of the one part and Thomas Bryan of the Township of North- ampton and County & Province aforesaid yeoman of the other part Witnef- seth that the said Richard French for and in consideration of the Sum of Twenty five pounds at nine Shillings and two pence pr ounce to him in hand paid by the said Thomas Bryan the Receipt whereof he the said Richard French doth hereby acknowledge and thereof and of every part and parcel thereof doth clearly acquit and discharge the said Thomas Bryan his Heirs Executors Administrators and every of them by these presents have Given Granted aliened Released and confirmed and by these Presents do Give Grant Alien Release and Confirm unto the said Thomas Bryan and to his Heirs and afsigns One Eighth part of a Ninetieth part of the said Province otherways understood an Eighth part of a propriety of Land lying and being in the said Province together with All the Right Title property claim and demand whatsoever except all the Town bound Land and Except Eighteen hundred Acres being taken up and Surveyed in the said Province being usually called the first Second and third Dividend which Eighth part of a propriety he the said Richard French hath and holdeth by virtue of a Deed Indented bearing date the twentieth day of No"""" Anno 1680 Between John Woolston of Burlington and province aforesaid Yeoman of the one part and Thomas French father of the said Richard French party to these presents of the other part which eighth part of a propriety was purchased by the aforesaid John Woolston of Thomas Olive of the Township of Wellingborough Haberdasher and was held by Virtue of a Deed Indented bearing date the twenty sixth day of February DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 103 Anno 1676 Between the said John Woolston and Thomas Olive together with all the Right Title claim and demand whatsoever unto the said Thomas Bryan his Heirs and Afsigns forever To have and to hold the said Land Premifses except what before Excepted unto the said Thomas Bryan his Heirs and afsigns forever Together with all and every of the Reversion and Reversions Remainder and Remainders with the Mines Minerals woods Fishings Fowlings Hawkings Huntings and all other priviledges profits and Commodities whatsoever belonging to the said Premifses And he the said Richard French doth for himself his Heirs Executors Administrators doth Covenant promise Grant to and with the said Thomas Bryan his Heirs & afsigns by these presents that at the time of the Sealing and Delivery hereof he the said Richard French is the true and Lawful Owner & proprietor of the said Premifses and hath in himself good Right full power and absolute Authority to Sell and Confirm the said Granted and Bargained Premifses and every part and parcel thereof unto the said Thomas Bryan his Heirs and Afsigns forevermore And further that the said Richard French his Heirs Executors and Administrators shall and will from time to time and at all times forever hereafter at the Request cost and Charges of the said Thomas Bryan his Heirs or afsigns make do and Execute such further Acts matters thing or things whatsoever for the better and more fully conveying and confirming the said Premifses hereby Granted and Sold unto the said Thomas Bryan his Heirs and afsigns according to the true Intent and meaning of these presents In witnefs whereof he the said Richard French hath to this present Indenture set his hand and seal the day and year first above written 1714. Richard French [seal] Sealed Signed and Delivered in the presence of Michael Newbould Samuel Bustill George Willis — Endorsed Be it Remembered that on the Seventh day of February one thousand seven hundred and thirty one personally appeared before me Peter Bard Esq"" one of His majestys Council for the Province of New Jersey Richard French and acknowledged that he Signed Sealed and Delivered the within Instrument for the use therein mentioned r, , r> j Peter Bard DEED, RICHARD FRENCH TO HUGH HUDDY, 1714 To : all Chriftian people to whome thefe prefents Shall Cum Know ye that I Richard ffrench of manffield In ye County of Burlington & weftern Devifion of New Jerfey j'eoman Eldeft Son & heir of Thomas ffrench of y" County of Burlington aforef and Legate, To his Laft Will & teftamt for & In consideration of y^ sum of Seuenteen pounds Tenn Shillings have Remifsed Releafed altogeather for me my heirs Executors & Adminiftrators Haue Quit claimed vnto Hugh Huddy of y* town & County of Burlington 104 GENEALOGY OF THE aforef Esq"" for his full & peaceable pofsefsion & Seil'in being & to his heirs & afsignes all my Right Eftate Title Claim vfe Intreft & Demand which I y*' aforef*' Richard ffrench any time Had haue or In any wife foreuer may haue or my heirs at any time hearafter may haue of or In two Lotts of Land Laying In Burlington aforef* Bounded as ffoUoweth vizt. the firft being A Water Lott Containing Eight foot ffront vpon y" River Dellaware Abutting North vpon ye Said River & South vpon ye Back Street & Eaft upon }•" Land of y" said Thomas ffrench and Weft upon Richard Bafnett The other : A WharfF Lott Lotted out for y* propriety of thomas olives which propriety Lott is bounded with the High Street North Eaft & a Littell alle Leying on ye South Weft side of John HoUinfhead Houfe & ffrunting North Weft upon ye River Dellaware & South Eaft upon ye back ftreet Containing Twenty ffive ffoot frunt vpon ye River aforef'^ ; So : yt Neither I ye aforefd Richard ffrench my heirs or any other by vs or In our Names any Right, Estate title Claim vfe Intreft or Demand of and In the said Lotts of Land bounded as Aboue and premifses Nor In any parcell thereof may or ought to Require Claime or Challenge But from Every Action Right title claim vfe Intreft or Demand to the aforefaid premifses or to Any parcell thereof wee are altogeather Excluded & for euer Debarred by thefe prefents. In. W^itnefs. whereof I y'' said Richard ffrench haue Heirvnto Sett my hand & Seale this twenty Second day of May one Thoufand seven Hundred And ffourteen Sealed & Deliuered In ye prefence of vs Richard Allison : W S : Martinaux Joseph Recklefs Richard ffrench [seal] DEED, RICHARD FRENCH TO HIS SON THOMAS, 1729/30 This Indenture made the Sixth day of y^ Eleventh Month Commonly called January in ye year of our Lord one thousand S^ven hundred and twenty nine Thirty & in the third year of ye Reign of King George y* Second over England &c. Eetweene Richard French of the township of Mancefeild & County of Burlington in y*" Weft divifion of new Jerfey yeoman of the one part and Thomas french Son of y^ afore named Richard French of y* same Town- fhip County & division afores* Sadler of ye other Part Witnefseth that ye said Richard French for & in confideration of y*" Sum of tenn pounds of Good Current money of Weft Jerfey to him in hand by his said fon but more Efpecially for and in Confideration of y^ Love good Will and affec- tion that he hath & bareth towards his sd fon hath Given Granted Bargained & sold Alined Enfeoffed Conveyed and Confirmed & by thefe prefents DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 105 Doth fully freely Clearly & abfolutely Give grant Bargain & sell Alien EnfeofTe Convey & Confirme unto his said son Thomas French and to his heirs & Afsignes for ever one Certaine peice parcel or Tract of Land situ- ated Lying & being in y* Township of Mancefield & County of Burlington aforesaid Containing ninty six acres & by y" survey thereof it lyeth thus bounded. Begineth at a small Black oak for a Corner in y" line of Preserve Brown's Land & runs from thence a long by y^ line of y'^ Land of Jacob Decows & Joseph Pancoast Southwestwardly fifty two degrees fifty Eight Chains to a post by a Hickery tree marked for a corner & from thence it Runs south Lastly seventy Degrees thirty four Chains by ye Land of Caleb Shreve to a White oake Corner Thence Nort Eaftwardly thirty two Degrees fourteen Chains & a half to a Maple tree for Corner & from thence Nort Eaftwardly Seven degrees thirty five Chain & three rod to the Corner first named Containing ninety six acres as a fores'* it being part of the Land adjoyning to y* farm & plantation Whereon ye s"* Richard French now Inhabiteth & is a part of that four Hundred & sixty acres of Land that he the sd Richard French purchaled of William Biddle by Deed baring date y^ Eighteenth day of November Anno Domini 1693 & is Recorded in ye publick Records of Weft Jersey in book B page 355 & 356) Relation being thereunto had it doth & will more fully and more at Large appear Togather with all & every y* Mines Minerals Woods Ways Waters fowlings fifhings Huntings Hawkings & all other Royalties franchifes powers profits Comodities Hereditaments & appur- tenances whatsoever unto ye said Ninty six Acres of Land belonging or in any wife appertaining alfo all y* Estate Right Title Intreft ufe pofsefsion property Claim and Demand whatfoever of him y* said Richard French Either in Law or Equity of in to or out of y" said Granted land & premifes or any part or parcell thereof and y*^ Reverfion Reverfions Remainder & Remainders thereof & of every part thereof To have & to hold the said peice parcell or tract of Land situated limited & bounded as in maner above Exprefsed and Containing Ninty Six Acres as aforesaid & all & singular other y* before mentioned and Intended to be Granted & bargained premifes & every part & parcel thereof with their and every of their appurtenances unto ye said Thomas French his heirs and Afsignes for Ever to ye onely Proper Ufe benefit & behoofe of him y" sd Thomas French his Heirs and Afsignes for Ever more and y'' said Richard French y* father Doth Covenant for himfelf his heirs Execut^ & Administ^ that at the time of y* sealling and Delivery of thefe prefents is Lawfully & Rightfully seazed in the above mentioned & defcribed tract of Land & Granted & Bargained premifses of a good sure perfect & Indefeazable Estate of Inheritance in fee simple And hath in himself good Rightfull power lawfull & abfolute Authority to Give Grant Bargain & Sell y® Same unto y'' said Thomas French his heirs & Afsignes for ever So that now y*' said Thomas French his Heirs & Afsignes shall & may from time to time 106 GENEALOGY OF THE & at all times for Ever hereafter peaceablj- & Quiatly have hold Ufe ocqupie pofsefs and Injoy all y'^ above mentioned & defcribed ninty six Acres of Land & Granted premifes with all & every of their appurtenances without y'^ LawfuU let suit Trouble Deniall Eviction Ejection Molleftation or other Interruption of him y*^ s'* Richard French his Heirs Execut' Ad- minift' or any other person or persons whatfoever But against himfelfe y^ said Richard French his heirs Executors or Adminift^ & against all & every other person or perfons whatsoever having or Claiming or that shall or may at any time hereafter have or Claim any lawfuU Estate Right Title or Intreft of into or of the said Granted Land & premifses or any part or percel thereof shall & will warrant «S: for ever defend by thefe prefents In Witnefs whereof the sd Richard French hath sot to his Hand & seal y^ Day & year first above Written 1729/30. Richard French with a [seal] Signed Sealed and Delivered In the prefents of Edmond Jones, Joseph Stockton Job Stockton Tho Scattergood Be it Remembered that on the Twenty Sixth Day of March In the Year of our Lord one Thousand Seven Hundred & Thirty Three Perfonally Appeared before me Peter Bard Esq'' one of his Majestys Councell for the Province of New Jerfey Edmond Jones who being sworn on y*' holy Evangelist of Almighty God Did Declare he was Prefent & saw Richard French sign seale & Deliver the Within Inftrument for ye ufe Within mentioned Peter Bard Recorded June 21'" 1733 p P. B— S. WILL OF RICHARD FRENCH, 1745 Whereas I Richard French of Mansfield Township in County of Burling- ton in the western Division of the province of New Jersey this Twenty fourth day of the Seventh Month in the year of our Lord One Thousand Seven Hundred and fforty ffive being very weak and Sick in Body but of perfect mind and Memory thanks be Given unto Almighty God therefore And for all Mercies Daily received and knowing it's Appointed for all men once to die do make and ordain this my last Will and Testament in the following manner and form that is to Say Principally and first of all I give and Recommend my soul into the hands of God that gave it and as for my Body I Recommend it to the Earth to be Buried in a Christian like And Decent Manner at the Discresion of my Executor hereafter Named, and as touching such Worldly estate wherewith it hath pleased God To Blefs me with all in this life I give Devise and Beftow of ye same in the following Manner — Imi^rimus it is my mind and will that all my Just Debts and funeral Expences and also the Annuity and all Legacies DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 107 hereafter Exprefsed be by my Executor well and Truly paid and performed in Convenient Time After my Decease ITEM I give and Bequeath unto my well beloved and Espoused Wife Mary French Ten pounds of good Current Money of West Jersey to be paid to her Yearly and Every year so long as she Continues to be my widow but no Longer to be paid by my said Executor I also give unto my said Wife all the Beding and Furniture belonging to ye Back Room of my house wherein we now lodge and allso to have the priviledge of y'' Said Room to Dwell in so long as She Continues to be my Widow as aforesaid also I order that my Said Executor shall keep a Good Horfe and a Good Cow for my said Wife at all Seasons during her Widowhood as aforesaid And also to procure Fire- wood for her Sufficient for her own ufe during her Widowhood as afore- said ITEM I give unto my son Richard French the full and Just Sum of Five Shillings Current Money of West Jersey being in full of his Portion he being Advanced by me before this time ITEM I give and bequeath unto my son Thomas French the like Sum of five Shillings of Like money aforesaid he likewise having been by me heretofore advanced ITEM I give and bequeath unto my Son Benjamin French and also to my Son Jonathan French That is to Say to each of them the full and Just Sum of Twenty pounds Current Money of West Jersey aforesaid to be paid unto each of them within y" Term of two years after my Decease ITEM I give and Bequeath unto my Daughter Elizabeth Scholey the Now Wife of William Scholey the Sum of five Shillings Current Money as the aforesaid She being by me heretofore Advanced ITEM I give and Bequeath unto my Daughter Mary Brown the now Wife of Preserve Brown the Sum of Five Shillings of Like Money afore- said She having likewise been by me heretofore Advanced ITEM I give and Bequeath unto my Daughter Rebekah Shreve the Now Wife of Benjamin Shreve the like Sum of five Shillings of Like Money aforesaid She also having been by me heretofore advanced ITEM I give and bequeath unto my Daughter Sarah Marling the now Wife of William Marling the like Sum of five Shillings of Like Money aforesaid She also having been by me heretofore Advanced ITEM I give and Bequeath unto my Daughter Abigail Taylor the Now Wife of Jacob Taylor y"' like sum of five Shillings of Like Money afore- said She also having been by me heretofore Advanced ITEM All and singular other the Remainder of my Estate both real and Perfonall I give bequeath and Devise unto my Son William French and to his heirs and af signs forever to Enable him to pay my Just Debts and Legacies And I do also make and Ordain him my said Son William French to be my only whole and Sole Executor of this my Last Will and testament Revoking making Null and Utterly Void all other Wills or Will Testament and Executors by me at any time heretofore 108 GENEALOGY OF THE made and Bequeathed Ratifying and Confirming this and no other to be my Last Will and Testament In Witnefs whereof I have hereunto Set my hand and Seal the day and year being first above written. Sign'd Sealed published pronounced & declared by the said — Richard French as his Last Will & Testament in the presence of Us the Subscrib- ers, Vizt fl^' '^^'^ryi.^.ri William Sunderland Benjamin Shreeve & Samuel Harris the witnefses to the within Written Will being duly affirmed according to Law did Declare that they Saw Richard flfrench the Testator within Named Sign & Seal the Same and heard him publish Pronounce and Declare the within Instrument to be his Last Will and Testament and that att the Doing thereof the Said Testator was of Sound & Disposing Mind & Memory as far as these affirmants Know and as they verily Believe and that they Severally Subscribed their names as witnefs thereto in the presence of the Testator Affirmed at Burlington the Ninth Day of November Anno Dom ; 1745 Before me DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 109 William French Sole Executor in the within Testament Named being duly affirmed according to Law did declare that the within Instrument con- tains the True Last Will & Testament of Richard French the Testator therein Named So far as he knows and as he verily beleives and that he will well and truly perform the Same by paying first the Debts of the Said Deceased & then the Legacies in the Said Testament Specified So far as the Goods Chattels and Credits can thereunto Extend and that he will make & Exhibit into the Prerogative Office in Burlington a True and Perfect Inventory of all and Singlar the Goods Chattels & Credits of the Said Deceased that Shall come to his Knowledge or Pofsefsion or to the Pofsefsion of any other Person or Persons for his use and render a Tust and True account when thereunto Lawfully required. Affirmed at Burlington November y" 9"'; 1745 before me Jo^ Scattergood Surrogate INVENTORY OF THE ESTATE OF RICHARD FRENCH, 1745 A True and perfect Inventory of all the Goods and Chattells Rights & Credits of Richard French Late of the Township of Mansfield in County of Burlington in the Western Division of New Jersey (Deceased) Taken the Twentj^ fifth Da}' of the Eighth IMonth in the year of Our Lord 1745. £ s. d. To his Purfe & Apparrel & Debts Standing Out. . . 47 OS To Two Indentures on Two Servants 19 00 To Fourteen Horfes Mares & Colts 79 10 To Thirty Three Neat Cattle 76 10 To Twenty Two Sheep 7 10 To Fifty fat Swine & Fifty Young Steres 73 00 To Twelve Acres of Indian Corn 18 00 To Seven Acres of Winter Grain in the Ground... 4 04 To Wheat Rye Oats & Hay in the Barn 24 10 To Hay sold & in ye Barrack & Stacks 23 00 To Buck Wheat in Stack 2 10 To An Apple-Mill, Cyder & Casks 12 00 To Waggon, Cart, Sled, Gears & Ox Chains 16 16 To Ploughs, Harrow, & Harrow Teeth &c \ & a Cheefe Prefs ( To Tar in a Barrel 5 To Sundrys in the Cellar 4 15 In the Hall, To Sundry Goods & Furniture 22 12 8 In the Kitchen, To Sundry Goods & Furniture.... 11 15 6 To Sythes, Axes Cycles & Hoes & Sundrys 5 00 In the New Room To v^ Furniture thereof 20 15 no GENEALOGY OF THE £ s. d. Jn the Hall Chamber To Goods & Furniture 19 10 — In the New Room Loft To Sundrys 2 18 — In the Milk House Loft to Furniture 12 00 — In the Buttery To Sundrys 4 06 6 Carry'd Over 513 00 8 To Brought Over £513 00 8 To Flax, Baggs, a Grindle Stone & Sundrys 3 00 In the Back Room, viz^ To One Large Pewter Dish & 1/2 Doz Plates "i ^ no n & Four Spoons & a Warming pan J To 1/2 Doz pewter porringers a Box Iron 2 i Heaters Mortar and pestel i To One Feather Bed & Furniture & 3 Sheets 12 00 To One Walnut Case of Drawers 4 10 To a Tea Table and Furniture 1 5 To Five Chairs & a Small Box 18 To Two Table Cloths cS: Five Napkins 1 10 To One Looking Glafs 5 To One Oak Chest 6 To One Side Saddle 2 10 Total 542 14 8 Samuel Wright Michael Newbold Barzillai Newbold Samuel Wright Michael Newbould & Barzillai Newbould the appraisors of the annexed Inventory being Duly affirmed did Declare that the Goods Chattels & Credits in the Said Inventory Set down and Specifyed were by them appraised according to their Just and True respective rates and vallues after the best of their Judgment & understanding & that they appraised all things that were brought to their view for appraisement Affirmed at Burlington the ninth day of November A D, 1745 Before me Jo^ Scattergood Surrogate William French .Sole Executor of the Last Will & Testani* of Richard ffrench Dec'' being duly affirmed according to Law did Declare that the annexed Writing contains a True and Perfect Inventory of all and Singular the Goods Chattels & Credits of the Said Deceased so far as hath come to his Pofsefsion or Knowledge or to the Pofsefsion of any other Person or Persons for his use Affirmed at Burlington the 9'" day of November A. D. 1745 Before me Jo' Scattergood Surrogate DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 111 THOMAS SCATTERGOOD Thomas Scattergood, progenitor of the family in this country, with his wife Elizabeth, came from Stepney Parish, London, England, with the Burlington pioneers, in 1677. He settled on a tract of 160 acres near the present site of Columbus, New Jersey, on Craft's creek, living for many years in a cave dwelling, where he raised a family of nine children. His only neighbors in the beginning were Indians, with whom he held kindly relation- ship, ever after maintained. He was an earnest minded Friend and so trained his children that they became useful members of the Society. He signed the testimony issued by Friends against George Keith in 1692. The will of Thomas Scattergood, dated November 3rd, 1697, proved November 27th, mentioned his sons Thomas, Joseph and Benjamin; son-in- law Thomas Brian, husband of Elizabeth Scattergood, then deceased; daughters Sarah French, Hannah Pancoast, Tomsin Pancoast; servant Mary Records; son Benjamin, Executor, with Richard French (son-in-law), Wil- liam Pancoast and Nathaniel Records as overseers. The inventory of per- sonal estate, dated November 11th, 1697, showed a valuation of £125 5s. 6p. Thomas Scattergood, Junior, was born in England, in 1668. On " y® 17"^ day of y® 11"^ mo. called January, 1694" he was married to Phoebe, daughter of Christopher Wetherill, and she became an active member of Burlington Meeting. He was clerk of Burlington Meeting from 1714 to 1738, and was very frequently appointed representative to Yearly Meeting. In 1730 he first appeared as a representative in the Yearly Meeting of Ministers. He Avas evidently regarded in the community as a man of superior clerical attainments and a wise counsellor concerning material things. He seems to have drawn many wills and other important papers, and his name as a witness appears in many places in the records of the time. His son Joseph, for a time mariner with Thomas Chalkley, in the West Indian trade, afterwards studied law and became Surrogate of Burlington county. His signature appears in connection with the probating of the will of Richard French. He was a citizen of estimable character, and his memory is per- petuated by a notable tombstone in the Friends' Burying Ground at Burling- ton, the inscription upon which is given elsewhere. His son Thomas (3rd) became an eminent Friends' minister, and from 1783 to 1814 his influence in that capacity was widely felt. He travelled considerably in England and 112 GENEALOGY OF THE the colonies, and left a voluminous journal which holds a high place in Friends' literature. It will be noted that two of the daughters (Hannah and Tomsin) of Thomas Scattergood the elder, married Pancoasts. An old document in the possession of Henry Pancoast of Mesopotamia, Ohio, shows the origin of the Pancoasts in America. The following is an exact copy : " Joseph Pancoast, son of John and Elizabeth Pancoast of Ashen, fieve miles from Northampton Town, in Northampton Shire (Eng.) born 1672, the 27th of eighth month, called October; and in the year, 1680. Oct. 4th came into America in the ship " Paradise," William Evelyn, Master; and I settled in West New Jersey, Burlington County, and on the 14th of the eighth month, October, 1696, I took to wife Thomasine Scattergood, daughter of Thomas and Elizabeth Scattergood, of Stepney Parish, London, who also transported themselves into Burlington County, in America," William Pancoast and Hannah Scattergood were married y^ fifth day of y^ 3'^ month 1695. CHESTERFIELD MEETING (Crosswicks) The first religious organization perfected within the limits of Chesterfield township, Burlington county, N. J., was Friends' Meeting at Crosswicks in 1677, and held at the house of Thomas Lambert. In 1684 a monthly meeting was established, and held at Francis Davenport's This was called Chesterfield Monthly Meeting of Friends, by which name it is still known. First Month 5th, 1691, it was "proposed to build a Meeting house at ye burying ground at Chesterfield." This ground had been given to the Friends by Thomas Foulke, and a deed of trust made to Francis Davenport, Samuel Bunting, John Bunting, Thomas Gilberthorpe, Roger Parke and Robert Wilson. On the 7th of ye 11 mo. 1691 " Francis Davenport, Samuel Andrews, William Wood, Samuel Bunting and Thomas Gilberthorpe were appointed to treat with the carpenters." On 10 mo. 4th 1691, this com- mittee reported they had let the work to John Green, and the Meeting house was to be placed on a portion of the six acres of land which Samuel Bunting and John Bunting on 3 mo. 3d 1693, deeded to Robert Murfin, John Abbott, Edward Rockhill and John Willsford for ten shillings, as Trustees for Chesterfield Monthly Meeting. These six acres adjoined the burial ground. The first meeting was held in this building " ye 6th of ye 8 mo. 1693," and o 33 2 a o O o Q X 1^^ DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 113 in 11th mo. 1693 the Committee reported, "that they had paid John Green £40, and for buy work £1, also had given him 2 shillings over and above." The building was of frame. On 1st mo. 7th 1706 Francis Davenport and William Wood were ap- pointed to see after the building of a new brick Meeting house, which was located near the top of the hill, on the ground since used as a burial place. It was finished about the autumn of 1707, and used for nearly half a century. 4th mo. 5th 1753 " This Meeting thinking it needful that this house should be Repared and some Adition made thereto for the Servife of ye Women's Meetings, do appoint John Sykes, John Thorne, Joseph Thorne, Preserve Brown, William Morris, Thomas Middleton and George Middleton to con- fider what Repares will be wanted, and how the Adition propofed can beft be done and Repoart to the next Monthly Meeting." 5th mo. 3d 1753 "The friends appointed Concerning the Repairs and Inlargement of the Meeting House Repoart that it is there opinion that a Linto added to the North Side of the house sixteen foot wide will be the Moft Convenient. The Meeting Concurs therewith and orders it to be Reported to the Quarterly Meeting for theire approbation Likewife." 6th mo. 7th 1753 "The Inlargement of this Meeting house having ben Confidered And Gained the Approbation of the Quarterly Meeting There- fore the Meeting Concludes to proceed And Apoints John Sykes, Preserve Brown and George Middleton to Manage the Same according to the plan Concluded on with all possible Speed." No mention is made of the date of the completion of these repairs and enlargement. 1st mo. 7th 1773 "The Treasurer of the Monthly Meeting produced the account of the cost of a stove for the Meeting house 8- 4s. lOd." This stove was cast from New Jersey iron ore at Atsion Furnace, Burlington Co., N. J. It was placed in this second Meeting-house; and when the present house was finished, it was removed to it, and is still there (1907). 2d mo. 4th 1773 The subject of again enlarging the Meeting-house was introduced, but it was finally concluded to build a new one, which is the present structure, and is near the site of the first one. It was completed in 1776. When the British troops marched from Philadelphia on their way to Monmouth, in 6th mo. 1778, a detachment attempted to cross the bridge at Crosswicks. The American stationed on the north side under General Dickinson in endeavoring to prevent them from crossing, shot three cannon 114 GENEALOGY OF THE balls into the Meeting-house ; two through the roof and one into the brick wall. The imprint of this latter ball is still visible, as shown in the accom- panying picture. The ball measures three inches in diameter and weighs three and a half pounds. It is in possession of a resident of Crosswicks. The Meeting-house, soon after the battle of Trenton, was occupied by the American soldiers for a barracks. On First days the benches were arranged and meetings held there as usual. Many descendants of the pioneer Friends reside in and about Crosswicks and keep up the society as during the reign of their ancestors. ANCIENT MEETING RECORDS The following is a preface taken from the original book of minutes of Chesterfield Monthly Meeting, commencing 2nd of 8th Mo. 1684: It hath Pleased the Mighty God And Great Jehova in this Last Age After the Create night of Darkenefs and Appostacy Which hath Spred over Nations Kinereds tongues And People Since thofe Glorious Dayes in Which the Appoftles Lived by his outftretched Gathering Arme and by y® Word of his Etternal Power, To Gatherd People Who was Weary of All dead formes, And outfide Profefsions into A Waiting frame of fpirit Wheare Wee dorst Not thinke our owne thoughts nor fpeake our owne words in things Relating to his kingdom And Way of Worfhipe and being thus Brought down By y" Mighty Power of God Wee was y" more Cippable to Receve Councell and inftructions from him, Who through And by his Ion Christ Jefus the tru Light y* Lighteth Every one y' Cometh in to y" World Appeared in us And tought us his way and Worfhipe whitch is in Ipirit and truth this hee tought us While Wee Was in old England our native Land whitch Wee may fay through the Great mercy of y® Lord wass in this Latter Age the firft of Nattions Wheare the Lord Appeard in foe Mighty A Power And Bright fhining Glory to y* Gathering of thoufands into his fould Wheareby his People Became A Body Whereof Christ is y® head And then the Lord our God As hee Did unto Paul And y^ Elders of y* Churches in y*' Appostels Dayes begot A Godly Care in y*^ harts of fum of his People Whome hee had Gathered and brought in to a Living fense of his Worke in this day and Also of the Misteryous Working of the Enemy of All Good, who in All Ages as y*^ fcriptures, of truth fully teftifyes Laboured by his fubtilty and transforming to draw y^ Lords People in to Loosenefs and Disorder that fo the Pretious truth and the puer Way of the Lord might be dishonoured and his Worthy name Blafphemed. Wee fay the Lord hath fet fum as Watchmen Uppon y® Walls of Jerufalem and hath Laid A Godly Care and A Nefsefity upon fum of his People that All things in this Churches of Christ may be kept DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 115 fweet and Clean and y* Mariages and All other things Relateing to y" Church affaires may be Performed in y'' Good order of the Gofpell of Peace therefore in the Wisedome And Councill of God it was feene mete that first dales And Weekely Meettings might be Appointed And Diligently kept unto for Eddification and y"^ Worshiping of god And y* Monthly Quar- terly And yearly meetings might be Appointed and dilligently kept unto by all futch, who are of An honest Converfation as becomes truth and have the Weights of the Lords Worke in this our day and the Care of the Churches upon them for the fettling and ordering affairs thereof, and to Admonish and Give Advice unto fuch As ftand in neede of it and y" Lord by his Providence And mighty Power hath brought fum of his People out of their Native Countery over the Great Deepe into this Wilder- nefs and Remote Part of the World As Weft Jersey And Places Ajacent Whear as hee hath Laid the fame Weight and Care upon fum of us as hee Did in ouer Native Land that All things may be Well Amongst us to y*^ honouer of his Great And Worthy name Which is the Ground And End of this following Booke John Wilsford ffrancis Davenport William Watfon The following minute is from the same book and more particularly relates to Women's Meetings. All Deare friends Both Men and Women When you Com to Meete About bufnis As Well As to other Meetings wait to feele ye power of god y* fo what you doe in things Relating to Church affairs May be Doone, in y" Power which is over All decept and Disorder And then if Aney fhould be fo ftuborn or Wilfull As to Appose What you Doe or to Reject your Councils or Advice the will Appose and Reject y*^ Power of God w"^*" is the higher Power to Which All fhould be fubject both in them f elves And in others in whome it Appeares which Power will ftand over All j'* is Unruly and Rebellious And As to y'^ W^omens Meetings I Certainly know they have A Cervis for God in his Church and y" Lords Power doth often Attend theire Affemblyes in A wonderful! manner And he hath made y" And Will Make fuch Who keepe in y*^ Power of God to Anfwer y" End for w*^*" they was Created (viz) to be helpe meete As y^ Wooman was in y^ begining while fhee ftood in Godf Councill but when fhee Left y' And tooke Council of ye Serpent fhee be Came hurtful to ye Man foe All fhold keepe in ye Power of God that foe they may Receive Councils from him foe Will they be Coeworkerf And fellow Labour''^ And helpe on in the Worke of the Lord the Elder inftruckting the younger as y® holy Woomen did in the Dayes of old Dear friends in the Love of God are thefe few Lines written And in ye fame I Defire they May be Receved. yM : of y" IZ'" m° : John Wilfford 168J 116 GENEALOGY OF THE 6— THOMAS FFRENCH, JR. (Thomas, 1). b. 1667. Baptized October 31st, 1667, at Church S. S. Peter and Paul, Nether Heyford, England. d. 1745, buried in Friends' Burying Ground, Chester Meeting, Moorestown, N. J. m. First, 10th mo. 3rd, 1696, " 5th day of week at Friends' Meeting House," Mary Allen, daughter of Judah and Mary Allen of Shrews- bury, N. J. She d. about 1730. m. Second, 8th mo. 9th, 1732, Mary (Pearce) Cattell, widow of Jonas Cattell, whom she had married 2nd mo. 8th 1714, at the house of James Shinn. 32— JOSEPH FRENCH 33— THOMAS FRENCH, 3RD 34— JUDITH FRENCH 35— ROBERT FRENCH 36— EDWARD FRENCH 37— MARY FRENCH b. 7th mo. 23rd, 1698. b. 8th mo. 27th, 1702. m. May 8th, 1746, Jemima Elkinton. d. young. b. 6th mo. 1707. m. 10th mo. 1737, Hannah Cattell. d. 1740, unmarried. m. First, April ISth, 1736, Nathan Middleton. m. Second, 9th mo. 17th, 1761, George Matlack. THOMAS FRENCH, JR. Thomas French, Jr., second son of Thomas ffrench, progenitor, inherited the vigorous qualities of his father in a marked degree, and received, as a special token of parental favor, a deed of gift, conveying to him 300 acres of desirable land. A facsimile of this ancient document, dated 1694, is herewith given. The estate was located in Chester township, Burlington county, between the north branch of Pensaukin creek and what is now West Moorestown. It adjoined that of notable families of the pioneer I mm ^' ' '.J ^-^^ ■^■^ct4 J 1 V. c^^ V n ^ ^ ^jT '^^ v" V. V^ ttt^t^^ F imniiirmif ^^ ■ t J V ■- 1 iv .i^^-^ 'x-t ^^;t4jjI^^i.|H'^^^ n°^ tv r i_ '0- .►Vaifti. •5i**v^S':ij.:..£y!.'=;--- ■ ^k^ mn IP I ^ "4 ' - mu m ^f ^ m ^ 'mfmmnmimilll.V^ inji R XT >»1 1 -J * ^ iiH ^^^' ^M ^ ^ .f <-, .\- < o o n V o a 1} m o K ^" O 03 O a o H O 2 u O fa H fa o fa o Q W w o "3 be s « o o n o fa n DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 117 period, and its energetic owner soon became prominent and influential in the business, political, social and religious life of the community. He was the first tax collector of the township, being appointed in 1693, and again, by the Governor, in 1701. He also held the same office in 1723. In 1699 he was overseer of highways. In 1705 he was chosen constable, in 1707 overseer of the poor, and served as freeholder 1713-14, 1720 and 1725 to 1728. In many ways, official and unofficial, Thomas French, junior, as he was known long after his father's death, aided in the development of the re- sources of the section where he resided for half a century. He was always active in the aifairs of the Society of Friends, and was one of the trustees, with Mathew Allen, his brother-in-law ; John Hollinshead, Joseph Heritage, Sarah Roberts, Timothy Hancock and seven other prominent Friends, to whom James Adams and Esther his wife conveyed by deed dated 2nd mo. (April) 9, 1700, the ground upon which the first meeting house at Moores- town was built the same year. His first wife, Mary Allen, belonged to a family active in the aifairs of the early settlement at Shrewsbury, N. J., and with her he became a useful member of the Newton and later Haddon- field Monthly Meetings of Friends. His second wife, Mary Cattell, was likewise very active in the aifairs of Haddonfield Monthly Meeting of Women Friends, being an overseer for ten years. Their names appear in many places in the remarkable record kept by Elizabeth (Haddon) Estaugh for over fifty years. Thomas was frequently appointed as representative to quarterly meetings, then held alternately at Newton, Haddonfield and Salem, and also to Yearly Meeting, at Burlington and Philadelphia; and served on various important meeting committees. Part of the original estate of Thomas French, junior, comprised the homestead property on the north side of the Camden turnpike, near West Moorestown, which remained in the family for nearly two hundred years. RECORD OF MARRIAGE The following is taken from an ancient Shrewsbury record. 1696, 3d of 10th mo., (in margin 9th of 4 mo., 1697), Thomas French, Jr., living in West Jersey, near Burlington, md. Mary Allen, of Shrews., Sth day of week at Friends' Meeting House : Wits : Thomas French, Jr., Thomas French Her Caleb Allen Mary X French George Allen mark 118 GENEALOGY OF THE Remembrance Lippincott Mary Forman John WooUey Her John Hance Hannah X Allen ffranses Borden mark Elizabeth Lippincott Margrett Lippincott Hanna Allen Lidya Woolly Margrett Leeds Marcy Woolly Elizabeth Hance Elizabeth Allen Elizabeth Hooton Elizabeth Allen Ann Lippincott Mary Tillton Jane Borden John Lippincott Nathaniell Slocom Jedidiah Allen MEETING RECORDS Newton Monthly Meeting Minutes. Haddonfield Quarter : 8*" of 11"" mo. 1710. Att y" Afores'* meeting John Hollingshead Com- playnes y* the ffriends undernamed have Joyned with y^ Inhabitants of Chester township in A legall process for the forcing of s** John to main- taine a caseway at Ancokus ferry the meeting appoynts George Smith and Thomas Shackle to Desyer John Copperthwaite, Joseph Herritge, Thomas French, Thomas Adams and John Roberts to Appeare at the next monthly meeting to answare the Afores'* Objections. At a monthly meeting held at the house of Thomas Shackle y^ 8'" of 6"' mo. 1715. At s" meeting Thomas French is appointed to be one of the overseers for the upper meeting in the Room & Stead of John Hollingshead. 10-12 mo. 1721. At said meeting y" Overseer being Enquired of Signify viz y" friends of y*^ upper meeting that y" are uneasy with y** Conduct of Thomas French as an Overseer therefore Joseph Heritage is Desiered to Acquaint him that he make his appearance at our next monthly meeting. 12-1 mo. 1722. At s** meeting whereas at our last monthly meeting it was signified that there was an uneasiness with some friend Concerning Thomas French being an Overseer, upon which he was Desiered to appear at this meeting ; he accordingly hath appeared and Signified that what omissions hath happened by him in the Execution of his Ofiice was because he thought it not to belong to his present Service at that time, therefore this meeting hath thought fitt and doth Appoint Samuel Atkinson to Act in y" room of Thos. French as overseer of that mtg. Haddonfield Monthly Meeting Minutes : 11-7-mo. 1732 At said meeting Thomas French and Mary Cattle y* first time signifyed their intentions of taking each other in marriage, there- DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 119 fore Thos. Hackney & Thos. Lippincott are appointed to make inquiry as is usual & are desired to make their answer to our next monthly meeting. 9-8-mo. 1732 At said meeting Thomas French and Mary Cattle y* sec- ond time signified their intentions of taking each other in marriage, there- fore after this meeting rec'd satisfaction concerning his clearness with others on y® account of marriage & of his conversation consents that they may take each other according to y^ good order used amongst us and appoint Abraham Chattin & Constantine Wood to be present at said marriage to see it orderly accomplished. 13-9-mo. 1732. At said meeting y^ friends appointed report that they were present at y^ marriage of Thos. French & Mary Cattle & that it was orderly accomplished. Haddonfield Minutes of y^ Mo: Meeting of Women Friends: Att a m"ly m*g of wo"" fr"*" held at Haddonfield y"^ 11'" of 7" 1732 At s** m*g Tho. French & Mary Cattle signified y"" intentions of m'g y* m*g ap" Hannah Hains & Mary Wood to make y" ufual inquiry & report to next m° m*g. Att a m"ly m*g of wo"" fr'^' held at Haddonfield y" 9*" of 8"" 1732 Tho French & Mary Cattle signified y" continuation of y'' intentions of m'"g return of inquirs being clear y'' m*g confents to y^ accomplifhm' of y' s" m'"g & ap*^ Eliz. Gibson & Grace Chattin to see good orders kept & report to next m" m'g. Att a m'ly m'g of wo"' fr"'' held at Haddonfield y"^ 13th of 9"" 1732 re- ported y* y^ afors** m'"g was o''dly accomplifhd. PROCEEDINGS OF "TOWN-MEETINGS" Following curious minutes are taken from an old " Town Book " of Chester Township, Burlington County, N. J. : May 26-1692 Whereas several of the inhabitants have suffered several losses & damages through the 111 Con — of the Constable being not Ready at hand when Goods or cattle be stolen. Therefore to prevent & frustrate such ill minded persons in their evil designs we the Inhabitants of this Township of Chester Do mutually By all consents that if any person or persons do suffer anj' damage in his goods or Cattle by any such 111 Minded person shall forth- with if the Constable be not read}' at that Instant present time take two or three of his Neighbors with him to the dwelling house of such person that is suspected & demand the person to Search and if suspected do denie & 120 GENEALOGY OF THE Refuse to do the same they may take him upon suspicion before a Magis- trate forthwith & there compalain against him. We have hereunto Set our Hands. ^t-^^t-C lA cryr^^X/d TfTf^^^ ^nnyM^eurJ (fU^^I^ NOTE May 26-1692 The Inhabitants of Chester Township Mu- tually agreed that if any householder & Res- identer in s** Township doth neglect his ser- vice at mending of Bridges & highways within our Township having a lawful sum- mons shall pay 3^/0 pr day for default. DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 121 March 18- 1693 Whereas the Inhabitants of the Townshipp of Chester have had town meetting held this 18'" day of March 1693. Sessors Chosen for the County Taxe also the same for the Provincial Taxe and also Colecttors for the collecting of the s** Taxe. Imprimiss John Ruderow James Sherwynn, Sessorss Thomas French, Collector October y'' 17'" day 1698. By virtue of A town [meeting] this day held att y*^ dwelling house of Thomas Wallis Acording to Order thereuppon Agreed the mageer part of y® free houlders of the Town Shipp of Chester Alias ponsoking in the county of Burlington to chosse Justa ifish for A Constable in the place of ffrederick King drafted to serve out the s"* ffr Kings twelve months, Imprimis secondid. To order five pounds Lawful money of the province to Any on[e] that will discover Hoggs stollen then make sufficient prooff to be payd by John Ruderow town Clarck as soon as it evidently appears. Tersius — If Counstable Be not to be had neer & Redey when Goods lost or Cattell lost he that loosseth have any sussbishtion of Any on[e] in the townshippe he may take two or three sufficient neighbors & demand of the suspected the previlledge to sarch & if the suspected deny & Refuseth for to do su him foorth with upon susspisstion. Those three Articles concluded upon By uss hear under written Mathew Allen Richard Pittman George Greave W" : Clarke Tho: Cleverly Robert Stilles Tho: Walles John Walker W": Matlacke Justa ffish John Cowperthwaite mount Coxe Tho : ffrench Charles Stoolman Samuall Buroughs John Rudderow, Clk. January 25, 1698 By virtue of a Town Meeting held here the day and year mentioned and the major part of the freeholders of this Township of Chester (alias Penshawken) met together and unanimously agreed with one consent to choose Constable and overseer of the High Ways, viz Mount Cox, Constable & Thomas French over-seer of the Highways. 122 GENEALOGY OF THE Allso farther concluded And Condescended to have two Highways layd out within the town viz. one and first from the Highway leading from Burlington to Salem Actually layd out & markt By twelve men & the over- seer to the Bridge now Remaining on the westerly Branch of ponsoakin now called Cropwell near Richard Bromley. And the other leding from the township of Evesham to A landing By William Matlack formerly called ponsoaking now Chester River. The names of the twelve men & the overseer y' layd out y® Road William Matlack William Clarke James Sherwyn John Hollinshead George Cleave William Hollinshead John Cowperthwaite Anthony ffryer Richard Pittman James Adams Robert Stiles Joseph Heritage Thomas ffrench Overseer of y^ Hwys. March 18-1698 Whereas the constable of our Town have Reed two Warrants VIZ one for A provincial Taxe as followeth Every hundred acres of land surveyede not Improved 3 pence & Every Acre of land fencid and Improved half pence & every wagon Is 3d & Every neat cattell 3 pence & every hors 6 pence & every sheep halfe peny & every hog sould or disbosed 3 pence. And in other for A county ta.\ which is the two thirds of the provincial Taxe that 3 four pence of Every part of the provincial Taxe. These two warrants was excepted by the Township the 18 day of March 1698 and Sessors choosen VIZ James Sherwyn Jo Rudderow Also collec- tor chosen for the gathering & paying In VIZ Thomas ffrench. March 18-1698 " Whereas Several of the Inhabitants of this Township have been Bur — and sufferers great loss & damage of several of the Inhabitants By ill qualified persons of Hogg Hunters going out contrary to Law with Dogs & Guns to kill their Neighbors Hoggs, therefore it is concluded upon By the Major part, and the most well minded Men of this Township of Chester — that if any person or persons do discover and make proof of the same — he is to have for the discovery & make sufficient proof of, the sum DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 123 of 5£ to be paid him by John Rudderow or of the Inhabitants of the Township Signed ^e"/t/-^_/^^^ ^ 7^j qA '^:^i-vt,tu:c' M '^Uy^rl-y ru^TLd. f^^nA^s '^ tAcc/kmja (^t4y>^ h a.J^^-i>fUL (^-n£.^- hpyr^ '^Or^TnhS. ^^/i^teJ yiL^^i^i SURVEY OF LAND FOR THOMAS FRENCH, 1732 'irrT-iev / 126 GENEALOGY OF THE DEED, THOMAS FRENCH FROM HASKER NEWBERRY, 1737 This Indenture — made the twenty Seventh day of May in the year of our Lord one thousand Seven hundred and thirty Seven and in the tenth year of the Raign of King George the Second of Great Brittain &c Be- tween Hasker Newberry, Hufbandman and Mary his Wife and Naomi Heritage Daughters and Heirises to John Heritage late of Waterford in the County of Gloucefter and Weftern Divifsion of New Jerfey Deceafed of the one part — And Thomas ffrench of the Township of Chefter in the County of Burlington within the Divifsion aforesaid Yoeman of the other part Whereas Edward Bylling and trustees by their Indentures of leafe & Releafe bearing date the twenty Sixth and twenty Seventh days of March Ano. : 1682 for the Confideration therein mentioned did Grant Bargain and Sell unto Isaac Martin Six full Equal and undivided five and twenty parts of a Propriaty within the Weftern Divifion aforesaid And the said Isaac Martin by his laft will and teftament made in Writing dated the twenty fourth day of November Ano 1682 among other things by him given did Will and Devise the same to Katherine his then Wife and afterward John Sibley did Intermarry with the Said Katherine Widdow Relict of the Said Isaac Martin, whereby the Said John Sibley became pofsefsed of and Legally vefted in the above mentioned land devifed and bequeathed by her former Hufband Isaac Martin as aforesaid And Whereas the Said John Sibley and Katharine his wife by their Indentures of Leafe and Releafe under their hands and Seals Duly Executed bearing date the thirty firft day of May and firft day of June Ano. 1696 for the Confideration therein mentioned did Grant Bargain and Sell unto Richard Heritage the above mentioned land which laft recited Indenture is Recorded in the Publick Records of the Divifion aforesaid in book C folio 179 & 180 Rela- tion unto the feveral recited Indentures laft Will and testament and records being had may more at length appear. And the — Said Richard Heritage being So thereof Seized as aforesaid Died Inteftate whereby John Heritage Son and right heir at Law to his father Richard Heritage became pof- sefsed and Legally vefted in the revertion of the aforesaid lands And after- wards the Said John Heritage died Inteftate Seized as aforesaid and left two Daughters Viz Mary and Naomi to whom the Said revertion of the above mentioned lands Defended by right of Inheritance and afterwards the Said Mary Heritage Did Intermarry with the Said Hasker Newberry oiie of the parties to thefe prefents Now this Indenture witnesseth that the Said Hasker Newberry and Mary his Wife and the Said Naomi Heritage for and in Consideration of the Sum of Thirty Eight Shil- lings Current Money of the Divifsion aforesaid to them or one of them in hand paid by the said Thomas ffrench the receipt whereof they the Said Hasker Newberry and Mary his wife and the Said Naomi Heri- tage doth hereby own and acknowledge thereof and every part and parcel DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 127 thereof do hereby acquit Exonerate and Difcharge the Said Thomas ffrench his heirs Execut's and Adminift's and every of them fforever by these prefents hath granted Bargained and Sold Aliened Enfeofed Conveyed and Confirmed and by thefe prefents doth grant Bargain and Sell Alien Enfeof Convey and Confirm unto the Said Thomas ffrench and to his heirs and afsigns fforever Thirty Eight Acres of unlocated land to be taken up laid forth and Surveyed in any part of the Divifion aforesaid where the Same hath not been Surveyed and legally purchased of the Indians and to observe the laws rules Cuftoms and Methods of the Council of Pro- priators in that cafe made and Provided Together with all the Mines Min- erals quarries ifishings ffowlings Hawkings Huntings woods Swamps Ways Waters Water Courses and allso all and Singular other the rights royalties proffits Comodities Hereditaments and Appurtenances unto the Same be- longing or in any wife appertaining of them the Said Hafker Newberry or Mary his Wife or Naomi Heritage both in Law and Equity and every part and parcel thereof To have and to hold the above granted and Bar- gained undivided Thirty Eight acres of land as the same is above Men- tioned or Intended to be here in granted Bargained and Sold unto the Said Thomas ffrench his heirs and Afsigns unto the only proper ufe and behoof of the Said Thomas ffrench his heirs and assigns fforever And the Said Hasker Newberry and Mary his Wife and the Said Naomi Heri- tage for themselves and for all and every of their heirs Executors and Adminiftrators doth hereby Covenant Grant and Agree to and with the Said Thomas ffrench his heirs and afsigns and by thefe prefents that they the said Hafker Newberry and Mary his Wife and the Said Naomi Heri- tage at the time of the Enfealing and Delivery of thefe prefents are and Standeth lawfully and Sufficiently seized in their tract or parcel of unlo- cated land and in every part and parcel thereof and hath good right full power lawful and abfolute authority in themfelves to grant Bargain and Sell the Same unto the Said Thomas ffrench his heirs and afsigns fforever And the Said Hafker Newberry and Mary his Wife and the Said Naomi Heritage for themselves and for their Heirs the Said Thirty Eight Acres of unlocated land within the Weftern Divifion of New Jersey aforesaid and all and singular others the herein granted and Bargained premifes and every part and parcel of the Same unto him the Said Thomas ffrench his heirs and afsigns against them the Said Hasker Newberry and Mary his Wife and againft the Said Naomi Heritage and every of their Heirs and againft all and every other perfon and Perfons any thing having or lawfully Claiming or that may or Shall at any time hereafter have or lawfully claim any Estate right title or Interest of in or unto the above mentioned premises or any part or parcel thereof Shall and Warrant and Defend the same unto the Said Thomas ffrench his heirs and afsigns fforever (The quitrents there out Ifsuing to the King his heirs and Suc- cessors and the arrears thereof if any be only Excepted) And ffurther 128 GENEALOGY OF THE they the Said Hasker Newberry and Mary his Wife and the Said Naomi Heritage shall and will from time to time and at any time or times here- after at the reafonable requeft Cost and Charges in the law of the said Thomas ffrench his heirs or afsigns make do Execute and perform all and every other matters or things Conveyances and afsurances in the law what- soever for the ffurther better and more perfect afsuring Sure making Conveying and Confirming the Same to the uses above mentioned in Such manner and Sort as he the said Thomas ffrench his heirs or afsigns or his or their Council learned in the Law Shall lawfully devife advife or require and So as tho. — perfon or perfons unto whom Such requeft be made be not compelled nor hereby Compellable to travil or go from the place of their ufual abode further than the City of Burlington within the Divifion aforesaid for the doing or executing thereof and so as Such ffurther Afsurance contain no larger Covenants or Warranty then herein is above Comprifed In Witness Whereof the parties first above named in these presents hath hereunto Interchangably Sett their hands and Seals the day and year first above written 1737 The above mentioned Indenture Hafker Newberry [seal] was by the said Hafker Newberry her and Mary his wife Sealed and De- Mary ( Newberry [seal] livered in the prefence of us. Viz'" mark her John Harvy Naomi Ti Heritage [seal] his mark James O Mafon mark John Newberry LEASE OF "CANOE SWAMP" BY THOMAS FRENCH ET AL TO EDWARD FRENCH, 1737 The following document recites the lease of rights in a notable woodland property by Thomas French (6) and other owners, to Edward French (36). This Indenture made the Seventh day of Novem'r in the year of Our Lord one thousand Seven hundred and thirty [seven] and in the Eleventh year of the Reign of King George the Second of Great Brittain &c Between Thomas Evens Ann Wallis Alias Heulings Relict of Thomas Wallis late of Burlington County in the Weftern Divifion of New Jersey Deceafed and Thomas ffrench Thomas Ballinger John Roberts all of the county of Burlington aforesaid yeomen And Timothy Matlack and William Clark of the County of Gloucester within the Divifion aforesaid yeomen of the one part And Edward ffrench of the County of Burlington aforesaid, Hus- DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 129 bandman of the other part Whereas Mount Cox, William Clark William Evens William Matlack Thomas Wallis Thomas ffrench Henry Ballinger Sarah Roberts John Sharp and George Smith by one Indenture of Bar- gain and Sale bearing date the tenth day of April Ano 1697 for the Con- sideration therein Mentioned did purchase of Stephen Day one hundred acres of Land and Swamp scittuate lying and being in the county of Bur- lington aforesaid Commonly Called or known by the name of the CONEW SWAMP and the Said Stephen Day did referve one Eleventh part thereof to his own ufe and that the Said Partners Did unanimoufly agree that if any of them did fell cut down sell or take away any tree or trees without the confent of the Major part of the Said Partners should be Subject to the penalties as in the Said Deed and Schedule thereunto anexed relation unto the Said Deed and Schedule being had may more at length Appear Now this Indenture Witnesseth that the Said Thomas Evens Ann Wallis Alias Heuling Thomas ffrench Thomas Ballinger John Roberts Timothy Matlack and William Clark being the Major part of the Said Partners are Inclin'd to make the beft of the timber on the aforesaid premifes for the ufe of every one of the Said Partners for and in confideration of the rents and Covenants hereafter Mentioned hath Demifed Granted to farm and letten and by thefe prefents for themfelves and for every one of the Said partners fully Clearly and abfolutely doth Demife Grant to farm and lett unto the Said Edward ffrench and unto his heirs and afsigns all that their one hundred acres of Swamp Scittuate as aforesaid to git Coopers Stuff or Staves to and for the ufe of the Said Edward ffrench his heirs and afsigns for and during and untill the full end and term of two years to Commence from the day of the date of thefe prefents fully to be com- pleat and ended Yielding and paying in each refpective year the Sum of Ten Shillings P thoufand for every thoufand he the Said Edward ffrench his heirs or Afsigns do git of Staves To Hold the Said Swamp and all the herein Demifed premifes unto the Said Edward ffrench his heirs and afsigns until the full Expiration of the above Mentioned term without the lawful lett suit denial hindrance moleftation Eviction Ejection or any other Interruption of them the said Thomas Evans Ann Wallis Alias Heulings Thomas ffrench Thomas Ballinger John Roberts Timothy Matlack or William Clark their heirs Execut's or Adminift's or any other perfon or perfons lawfully Claiming any part or parcel thereof Shall and will warrant and Defend the same During all the said term And Notwithftand- ing what is here above mentioned the parties above Said the parties here- unto do hereby Covenant and agree that the said Edward ffrench his heirs or afsigns Shall give for Barrell Staves eight shillings P thoufand and for hogfett Staves Tenn Shillings P thoufand and for Pipe Staves and Heading fifteen Shillings P thousand And the Said Edward ffrench his heirs and afsigns do hereby Covenant and agree to and with the Said parties ■■ 130 GENEALOGY OF THE that the Said Edward ffrench his heirs and afsigns shall make no waste or as little as possible In witness whereof the parties aforesaid hath here- unto Interchangably sett their hands and Seals the day and year first above written (1737) Sealed and delivered in the presence of lis Robert Davis John Cowperthwaite DEED, THOMAS FRENCH TO EDWARD FRENCH, 1738 The following Deed of Gift shows transfer by Thomas ffrench (6) of his entire interest in the " Canoe Swamp " to his son Edward (36) . THIS INDENTURE made the twenty-fifth day of September (So Called) in the Year of our Lord one thoufand Seven hundred and Thirty eight and in the twelfth year of the Reign of King George the Second of Great Brittain &c. Between Thomas ffrench of the Townfhip of Chefter in the County of Burlington within the Western Division of New Jersey Yeoman of the one part And Edward ffrench his Son of the other part Witnefseth that the Said Thomas ffrench for and in confideration of the Natural love and affection he hath and beareth unto his said Son Edward ffrench and for his better Support Maintainance and livelyhood as allso for and in Confideration of the Sum of fiive Shillings Currt money of the Same place to him in hand paid by his Said Son Edw*" ffrench the receipt whereof he the Said Thomas ffrench doth hereby own and acknowledge thereof and every part and parcel thereof do hereby requit & difcharge the Said Edw"^ ffrench his heirs execut's & adminift's and every of them fforever by thefe p'fents hath given granted Bargained Sold aliened En- feofed Conveyed & Confirmed and by thefe p'fents fully clearly and abfo- lutely doth give grant Bargain Sell alien Enfeof Convey and Confirm unto the Said Edw** ffrench and unto his heirs & afsigns all that his one Eleventh part of all that hundred acres of Swamp scittuate in the County of Burlington aforesaid Purchs'^ in partnership with Mounce Cock William Clark William Evens William Matlack and others as may appear by one indenture of Bargain and Sale made Between Stephen Day of the one part and Mounce Cock, William Clark, William Evens, William Matlack, Thos Wallis, & the afores'' Thos ffrench, Henry Ballinger, Sarah Roberts, George Smith & John Sharp bearing date the tenth day of 2*^ month Ano. 1697 relation unto the Said Indenture being had may and will more fully and at length appear Together with all and every the Timber trees woods under woods ffishings, ffowlings and Huntings and all other the proffits Comodities Heraditaments & Appurtenances whatsoever unto the Said one DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 131 Eleventh part of the Said one hundred acres of land belonging or apper- taining and allso all the Eftate right title Interest pofsefsion property Claim and Demand whatsoever of him the Said Thomas ffrench as well in law as in Equity of in or unto the said given granted & Bargained premifes and every part & parcel thereof To have And to hold the above given granted and Bargained undivided Eleventh part of the Said one hundred acres mentioned or Intended to be herein given granted and Bargained premifes and every part & parcel thereof unto the Said Edw'* ffrench his heirs and afsigns unto the only proper ufe and behoof of the Said Edward ffrench his heirs and afsigns Forever And the Said Thomas ffrench for himself his heirs Execut's and Adminift's doth hereby covenant grant and agree to and with the said Edward ffrench his heirs and afsigns by thefe prefents that he the said Thomas ffrench is and Standeth Lawfully and Sufficiently Seized in his Demeafne as of ffee of and in the above mentioned premifes and in every part and parcel of the Same and in their and every of their Appur- tenances and at the time of the Enfealing and Delivery of thefe p'fents hath good right full power Lawful and abfolute authority in himself to give grant Bargain and Sell the above mentioned one Eleventh part of the Said one Hundred Acres of land and every part and parcel thereof with their and every of their appurtenances unto the Said Edward ffrench his heirs and afsigns fforever, as is above in thefe prefents Mentioned Declared and Ex- prefsed So that now and hence forth and forever hereafter it shall and may be lawful to and for the Said Edward ffrench his heirs and afsigns to have hold ufe occupy pofsess and enjoy all and Singular the above given granted and Bargained premifes and every part and parcel of the Same, without the Lawfull lett suit denial hindrance moleftation Eviction Ejection or any other Interuption of the said Thomas ffrench his heirs Executors or Admin- istrators or any other perfon or perfons whatsoever Lawfully Claiming or pretending to claim any part or parcel thereof by from or under him them or any of them or by his or their or any of their Confent afsent privity or procurement Shall and will from time to time and at all times hereafter Warrant and Defend the Same and every part and parcel thereof unto the Said Edward ffrench his heirs and afsigns fforever (The quit rents there- out Ifsuing unto the King his heirs and Succefsors and the arrears thereof if any be only excepted) And the Said Thomas ffrench and all claiming under him Shall and will from time to time or at any time or times here- after at the request Costs and Charges in the law of the Said Edward ffrench his heirs or afsigns make do acknowledge and execute or cause or procure to be made done suffered acknowledged and executed all and every such ffurther and other lawfull & Reasonable acts matters & things Con- veyances & Afsurances in the law whatsoever for the further better more perfect assuring sure making conveying and Confirming the Same to the ufes above Said So as such other assurance contain no larger covenants or warrants than herein is above comprised In witness whereof the party firft 132 GENEALOGY OF THE above named in these presents hath hereunto Sett his hand and seal the day and year first above written — And further the said Thomas ffrench for himself his heirs Exect's and Adminift's do hereby Covanant grant & agree to & with his Said Son Edward that he y^ said Edward ffrench his heirs & afsigns Shall have all and Singular y*^ over plufs revertion & Revertions remainder and remainders of him if Said Thos ffrench which he now hath or which may at any time appear to be due within the above said Swamp and this was entered before y® Executing hereof Sealed and delivered in the presence of us Viz*. ^<2 ^^^'^'(^ (^O^^-^ DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 133 WILL OF THOMAS FRENCH, 1745 Let it be Recorded that I Thomas ffrench of Chefter in the County of Burlington in the Province of New Jersey Yeoman being perfect & Sound in mind and memory Thanks be given to Almighty God therefore, and having in my Mind the uncertainty of this life, & the certainty of death when it Shall pleafe God to Call and being will that Such temporals as the Lord in his Great Goodnefs hath lent me in this life [far beyond my defarts] Should Come unto Such perfon & Perfons as I Shall herein Nomi- nate & appoint hereby revoking «S: making void all former & other Wills & Teftaments heretofore by me made & this only to be taken for the Same IMPRIMIS I Give and Bequeath unto my Son Jofeph five pounds to be paid him by my Son Thomas out of the Profifits of the Plantation I do herein give & devife to him ITEM I Give and bequeath unto my Son Robert thirty pounds to be paid by my Said Son Thomas at the time ITEM I Give & Bequeath unto my Daughter Mary tenn Pounds ITEM I Give & Bequeath unto my Daughter Mary's four Sons each of them five pounds when they attain their full ages ITEM I Give & bequeath unto my Wife five Shillings all which above mentioned legacies I do hereby order my Said Son Thomas to pay them out of the proffits of the Said Plantation Current money of the Same place (ie) Jofephs Roberts Marys & my Wifes Legacies in twelve months after my Deceafe ITEM I Give Devife & bequeath unto my Son Thomas & unto his heirs & afsigns fforever all that one hundred and fifty three acres of land whereon I Now Dwell togather with all the appurtenances unto the Same belonging (be the number of acres more or less) Item I Give & devife all that my Ceder Swamp Containing twenty five acres unto my Son Robert & unto my Son Thomas their heirs and afsigns iforever to be Equally divided between them Share & Share alike ITEM I Give & bequeath unto my Said Son Robert my Riding horfe Bridle & Saddle & my Wearing Apparrell ITEM I do her^'by give and bequeath all that my perfonal Eftate after my Juft debts are paid & dif charged unto my Son Robert & unto my Son Thomas to be Equally divided between them Share & Share alike who I do hereby ordain and appoint my Execut'"s of this my laft Will & Teftament In Witnefs Whereof I have hereunto Set my hand and Seal this twenty Sixth day of the Sixth Month Anoque Dom one thoufand Seven hundred and forty five 1745. his Signed Sealed pronounced and declared to be his laft will and Teftament in the Thomas ( .fi"rench presence of us viz Joshua Bispham Nathan Middleton mark Sam". Atkinson f 134 GENEALOGY OF THE Joshua Bispham and Samuel Atkinson two of the Witnefses to the above Written Will being of the People called Quakers on their Solemn Affirma- tions which they took according to Law did Declare That they Saw Thomas French the Testator above Named Sign & Seal the Same and heard him publish pronounce & Declare the above Instrument to be his Last Will & Testament And that at the Doing thereof the Said Testator was of Sound & Disposing Mind & Memory as far as these Affirmants Know and as they verily beleive and that Nathan Middleton the Other Subscribing Evidence was Present & Signed his Name as a Witnefs to the Said Will Together with these Affirmants in the presence of the Said Testator. Affirmed at Burlington the first Day of November Anno Domini 1745 Before me Jo^ Scattergood Surrogate Thomas French one of the Executors in the Within Testament Named (Robert French the Other Executor having disclaimed the Execution thereof) being duly affirmed according to Law Did Declare that the Within Instrument contains the True Last Will & Testament of Thomas French the Testator therein Named So far as he knows and as he verily beleives and that he will well & truly perform the Same by paying first the Debts and then the Legacies in the Said Testament Specified So far as the Goods Chattels and Credits of the Said Deceased can thereunto Ex- tend and that he will make and Exhibite into the Prerogative Office in Burlington a True and Perfect Inventory of all & Singular the Goods Chattels & Credits of the Said Deceased that Shall come to his knowledge or Pofsefsion or to the Pofsefsion of any other person or Persons for his Use And render a Just and True Account when thereunto Lawfully required Affirmed at Burlington this firft Day of November 1745 Before me Jo' Scattergood Surrogate ROBERT FRENCH'S RENUNCIATION OF EXECUTORSHIP Whereas Thomas French Late of Chester in the County of Burlington Yeoman Deceased Lately Made & published his Last Will & Testament bearing date the Sixth day of the Sixth Month one thousand Seven hundred & forty five and thereof appointed Robert French & Thomas French Execu- tors. Now I the Said Robert French being unwilling to take upon me the Burthen of the Said Executorship have Renounced & Disclaimed and by these presence do Renounce & Disclaim the Said Executorship or any Medling or acting in the Same In Testimony whereof I have hereunto Set my Hand & Seal this first Day of November Anno Domini one thousand Seven hundred & forty five Sealed & Delivered in the presence of Sam'. Atkinfon ^^ /J -" "^^ ' / Joseph Heritage ^^^^jj^^ Jt^kA DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 135 INVENTORY OF THE ESTATE OF THOMAS FRENCH, 1745 A true and perfect Inventory of all & Singular the Goods & Chattels rights and Credits of Thomas ffrench late of Chefter in the County of Bur- lington &c dec*, taken the 17"' of October Ano 1745 being all the Came to our view appraifed by us under Written. £ S d Imprimis to in y** parlor to purse & Apparrell 11 14 6 in Ditto to bed furniture & Sundry other things 08 06 in y'' Leanto to Sundry Sorts of Beding & other things 08 18 in another Leanto to a bed & divers other things 02 09 in y* great Room to tables Chairs & divers other Lumber. ... 07 11 6 in y*" Chamber to two bed & divers other things 06 17 in y'' Kitc"h to Kettles pots and divers other things 07 10 6 in y" Cellar to Cyder with apples & Lumber 09 10 in y'' Yard to plows Cart and Hufbandry Utenl'ills 07 10 6 in the field to Winter Corn growing 07 10 in Ditto to Indian Corn & potatoes 15 12 in the Barn and Stack Yard to Wheat r3-e & oats 21 10 in Ditto to hay 05 15 to Sheep 07 00 to Cattell 38 10 to a horfe bridle & Saddle 11 15 to Swine 20 00 to Book Debts 02 00 to Worfted at the Weavers 05 08 215 7 Joseph Heritage ( Joseph Heritag Appraised by us -^ „ , , , . r ^ . -^ I Sam . Atkinfon Affirmed at Burlington the ffirst day of November Anno Domini 1745 Before me Jo^. Scattergood Surrogate RECEIPT, MARY FRENCH TO THOMAS FRENCH (33), 1745 I Mary French of Chester in the County of (Burlington) «S:c. Widow have received of Thomas French of the Same place Executor to the last will and testament of my late deceased Husband Thomas French one obli- gation bearing even date with these presents Conditioned for the payment of twenty two pounds currt. money payable in twelve months And I do 136 GENEALOGY OF THE hereby acquit and Discharge the said Thomas French his heirs, executors and Administes of and from all and all mannor of actions, cause and causes of actions suits debts bills Bonds Writings obligatorys sum and sums of money quarrels and controversies of what kind soever (touching) his said late deceased Fathers Estate or any thing concerning him the above said executor had made moved or depending from the beginning of our first acquaintance to the date of these presents — In witness whereof I have hereunto set my hand seal — Dated the twenty-first day of October in the year of our Lord One thou- sand Seven Hundred and forty five (1745) Seal'd and deli ver'd( first .:^^S.r Burlington in the top line, JiLa^ ip-9^xc and touching in the Mar- gent was entered before the executing hereof) in the presence of his William X Prickit mark Joseph Heritage JOSEPH FRENCH [32] Minutes of Newton Mo. Mtg., Haddonfield Quarter : 8th-8 mo. 1722 At said meeting, application was made for a Certificate for Joseph French, therefore the mtg. appoints Samuel Atkinson and Joseph Stokes to make Enquiery concerning his Clearness and are desiered to make their answer to our next monthly meeting. 12th-9 mo. 1722 At said meeting the Persons appointed to make En- quiery concerning Joseph French's Clearness from Women on the Account of Marriage and of his Conversation report they find that he is clear from all women amongst us to the Best of their knowledge, as to his conversa- tion they do not find it so well as could be Desiered, therefore the meet- ing orders that he have a Certificate accordingly. Joseph French, like his father, sought a wife in East Jersey, and it appears early located in or near Shrewsbury, Monmouth County, where, so far as can be learned, he continued to reside until his death in 1752. He died intestate and the estate was admin- istered by James Farrell, who had married Joseph's daughter Mary in 1751. DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 137 NEWTON MEETING Early Friends who came from England with the first West Jersey colon- ists set up a meeting at Newton, in 1682. They met at each other's houses for five years and in 1687 built a log meeting house, the first in Gloucester county. This primitive building was used for its original and other pur- poses for more than a century. Within this period it was a notable land- mark, town meetings and elections being held there as well as stated religious services. Being located on the bank of Newton creek, people came in boats in great numbers, this being one of the customs of the time, when roads through the forest were scarcely more than bridle paths. Sometimes burials were made at night, the light of flaring pine torches making weird and pic- turesque scenes. Many of the old families lie in the ancient and long neglected graveyard. The old meeting house fell into decay and was aban- doned some years before its accidental destruction by fire, December 22, 1817. The territory nearer the Delaware river becoming more thickly popu- lated, the present substantial brick meeting house was erected in 1801, being located on the Mt. Ephriam road, about two miles from the original site, now in the suburbs of Camden, and known thereafter as Camden Meeting. Thomas Sharp, an energetic young Irish Friend, afterward a noted sur- veyor of West Jersey, who came with the pioneers in 1681, left an account of the settlement of Newton from which we quote as follows : " Immediately amongst us a meeting was set up and it grew and increased. Zeal and fervency of spirit was in some good degree at that time abounding among Friends ; in commemoration of our prosperous success and eminent preservation, both in our crossing the great deep, as also, whereas we were but few at that time and the Indians many, whereby it put a dread upon our spirits, considering they were a savage people. But the Lord, who hath the hearts of all in his hands, turned them so as to be serviceable unto us and very loving and kind. Which cannot be otherwise accounted but to be the Lord's doings in our favor, which we had cause to praise him for. And that the rising generation may consider that the settlement of this country was directed by an impulse upon the spirits of God's people, not so much for their ease and tranquility, but rather for the posterity that should be after, and that the wilderness being planted with a good seed might grow and increase to the satisfaction of the good husbandman." 138 GENEALOGY OF THE HADDONFIELD MEETING Friends amongst the settlers in the vicinity of what is now Haddonfield first worshipped at Newton and in private houses. A Monthly Meeting was established as early as 1695. In 1721 the first meeting house, a log struc- ture, was erected on land given by John Haddon, of England, at the in- stance of his daughter Elizabeth, who had married John Estaugh. She was clerk of the Women's Meeting for over half a century and performed her duties with painstaking care. These minutes are still in the custody of descendants of the Haddon family. In 1760 a substantial brick meeting house was built adjoining the old one, a picture of which, taken from an old publication, is given. In 1851 this was removed and each branch of the Society erected the houses since in use. From the separation, in 1828, until 1851, both used the old building. In 1787 a brick school house was built and this is still in use, being in an excellent state of preservation. The ancient " Indian field," cleared land, cultivated by the natives, was close to the site of the first meeting house and was an historic spot until revolu- tionary times. The main highway, running east and west, was called the " King's Highway " and that running north and south, facing the meeting houses, " Ferry Road." The present peaceful and beautiful surroundings are in keeping with the history of this notable place. Friends Meeting-house, Haddonfield. BUILT 1760. REMOVED 1851. DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 139 7— HANNAH FFRENCH (Thomas, 1). Baptized September 5th, 1669, at Church S. S. Peter and Paul, Nether Heyford, England, m. 8th mo. 30th, 1695, Richard Buzby "of y« Province of Pensilvania," son of John and Mary Buzby, formerly of Milton, England. He b. 1670. d. 7th mo. 1747. 38— JOHN BUZBY b. 10th mo. 5th, 169[6]. 39— THOMAS BUZBY m. 8th mo. 1723, Mary Mason. 40— JANE BUZBY m. 7th mo. 1731, Jonathan Fincher. 41— REBECCA BUZBY m. 10th mo. 1724, Daniel Roberts. RICHARD BUZBY The Buzby family -were among the earliest settlers of Pennsylvania, con- sisting of John Buzby, who came from Milton, England, to Philadelphia, in 1682, with his wife Mary, his sons John, William, Edward, Richard and Nicholas, and daughters Mary, Elizabeth and Sarah. He was a weaver and his sons, all sturdy young men, were for a time engaged in the same line of work. The following is a copy of certificate brought by John Buzby from England, taken from the records of the Philadelphia Monthly Meeting : "The 4" day of y^ 2""^ Mo. 1682. Whereas, John Buzbey, weaver, of Milton, in the parish of Shipton and belonging to the meeting at Milton is disposed to transport himself beyond sea into pensilvania this is our testimony to whom it may Concerne he ownes the living and everlasting truth of god and hath walked amongst us blameless in his life and Con- versation and wee doe beleeve he is nott Indebted unto none as wee Can understand therefore we doe sett our testimony thereof." In 1696, William and Richard Buzby purchased large adjoining tracts of land, soon after increased to over 600 acres, located in Oxford township, Philadelphia, and now between Frankford and Olney. The greater part of this fine estate, constantly increasing in value, remained in the possession 140 GENEALOGY OF THE of the family for nearly two hundred years, being handed down to different direct heirs by eight wills and a number of deeds. In 1742, Richard Buzby conveyed to his son Thomas, in consideration of eighty pounds — a nominal sum, as the real value even then was much greater — " and natural love and affection," his homestead and 157 acres of land. His wife, Hannah, joined in this affectionate transaction, being dutifully cared for when she became a widow, five years later, and still further provided for through the will of her son Thomas, whom she survived, made in 1757, a few months before his death. The will of Richard Buzby, as will be observed, was confined to the distribution of personal property to his children, he having disposed of practically all his real estate. Some sixty-five years after his death part of the family estate was devoted to notable uses. In 1813, Isaac Buzby, a descendant of William and Richard, and members of his family, for $6,754, conveyed fifty-two acres of land to the Board of Trustees of Friends' Asylum for the Insane, Frankford. Some years later a part of the original Richard Buzby farm was added to this property. Friends' Asylum was the first distinctive separate institution for the humane treatment and restoration of the insane in this country, although the Penn- sylvania Hospital has always had a department for the " care and cure of Lunaticks," as declared in its charter, 1751. Now in its ninety-first year. Friends' Asylum has a record unexcelled. It has cared for nearly 4,000 patients, more than one third of whom were restored. For thirty years Richard Buzby was a very active member of Abington Monthly Meeting, Oxford Preparative Meeting being his local home Meet- ing. He was a frequent representative at Quarterly and Yearly Meetings, and was zealous in the performance of special duties. He was for a long time an acknowledged minister among Friends. We quote a few interest- ing minutes from the Meeting Records. A manuscript found among old papers of the Yearly Meeting of the year 1750, entitled, " An account of the time of the decease of such ministers and elders belonging to the Monthly Meeting of Abington as departed this life since the year 1720, with some short memorials concerning them," contains the following : " In the 7th mo. of the year 1747 died Richard Buzby belonging to Oxford particular meeting. He was a Friend in the ministry whose tes- timony was well received and travelled with the approbation of his friends to some distant parts of this continent in Truth's service. He was inof- fensive and examplary in life and conversation. Aged 77 years, was buried at Friends burying ground at Oxford aforesaid." DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 141 In 1857 the following appreciative sketch of the life and work of Richard Buzby appeared in " The Friend " : Richard Busby was born in England, in the year 1670. At what time he came to America, we have not been able to learn ; but we find him in the year 1700, a useful member of Dublin [afterwards Abington] Monthly Meeting, and probably alread}' in the ministry. After the year 1704, we find many marks of his dedication, and of the estimation in which he was held by his friends. In tracing him through the records of the various meetings of ministers some striking and interesting minutes were found. In the Twelfth month, 1707, after recording that " Richard Busby and John Cadwallader " reported that things were well among them at Dublin, these remarks follow : " In consideration of which, that the Lord is pleased still to continue his goodness and care over us, and to lengthen out our day and time of peace, love and brotherly kindness, — pressing more and more after perfect and fervent charity, the meeting was thankful to the Lord." In the early part of the year 1721, Richard Busby and William Walton performed a religious visit to the meetings of Maryland, Virginia and North Carolina, which, from " divers certificates " produced by them on their return, appears to have been to the comfort and edification of those among whom they had laboured. In the Quarterly Meeting of Ministers and Elders, held Twelfth mo. 3d, 1721, "The ancient love and power of God was felt, to the comforting the meeting. Tender exhortation was given to the due exercise of the heavenly gift. Whereas of late several serviceable labourers in the vineyard of Christ have been removed, we should pray to the Lord that he would raise up and send forth more faith- ful servants ; that his work of righteousness and Truth may increase and prosper, to the church's edification and his glory." In 1722, Richard, with some other ministering Friends from Pennsyl- vania, attended Shrewsbury Yearly Meeting. We find but little record of his services, yet it is evident that he was considered a diligent and faithful labourer in the church. Richard Busby and the other representatives from the Quarterly Meeting of Ministers and Elders, held in the Twelfth mo., 1723, to the General Meeting of Ministers, in the following month, were directed to report, that " Friends in the ministry are careful in their con- versation, diligent in attending meetings, both on First and week days ; that their labour and services are well received ; that they are in love and unity, and that the assistance of worthy elders is found very serviceable in these meetings." Meeting records show that other children of John and Mary Buzby mar- ried as follows: John, Mary Taylor, of Tinicum Island, 2nd mo. 1st, 1690; William, Sarah Seary, 6th mo. 11th, 1685; Edward, Susannah Adams, 3rd mo. 7th, 1696; Sarah, Richard Tomlinson. 142 GENEALOGY OF THE MEETING RECORDS Burlington Monthly Meeting Minutes: At our mens monthly meeting held at the house of EHz : Gardiner in Burlington y^ 2""* of y* 7'" mo. 1695— Richard Busby & Hannah French declared their intentions of marriage it being y^ First time of their coming they Desired y* Unity of Friends. At our Monthly Meeting held at the house of Eliz. Gardiner in Bur- lington y' 7'" of y" 8'" Mo: 1695— Richard Busby & Hannah ffrench de- clared their intentions of Marriage it being the Second time & upon en- quiry made the meeting find all Clear and nothing to impede or hinder the Same they are Left to Consumate y^ weighty affair as they in a Con- venient time & Place in the fear of the Lord Shall See meet. MARRIAGE CERTIFICATE Whereas an Intention of Marriage hath been duely Published according to y® Laws of this Province of West New Jersey in America and alsoe att severall of the meetings of y"* people of God Called Quakers And noe obstruc- tion appearing to obstruct or hinder them — Now These are to Certifie whom it may Concerne that the said Richard Busbey of y'^ Province of Pensilvania and Hannah ffrench of y^ County of Burlington did on the 30th day of y* Eighth mo. in y* year 1695 in A solem Assembly of y'^ people Aforesd ; Take & declare themselves to be Husband and wife and in Testimony they subscribe theire names & we alsoe as wittnesses — Richard Busbey Hannah Busbey John Adams (Justice) John Busbey | George Deacon Thomas ffrench j Daniell Hall Richard ffrench John filetcher Tho. ffrench, Junr. Richard Tomlinson Isaac Wood Benj. Wheate Ed. Busbey Will. Pancoast John Busbey John Woolman Nicholas Busbey Tho. Scatergood John ffrench Joseph Pancoast Charles ffrench Sarah Busbey Mary Wheate Mary Busbey Sarah Roberts Eliz. Adams DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 143 Abington Monthly Meeting Minutes : At our Mo-Meeting y" 31 : 11 m°, 1714 Whereas there hath been a complaint made by Rich'' Tomlinfon againft his three Brother's by Law, viz, William, Richard & Edward Buzby, ffriends being willing to put an end to y* Said defference, have advifed them to choofe 4 friends to hear & determine y^ Matter with all Expedi- tion : which accordingly they did make choice of four friends, who heard y* matter debated, & put an end to y* difference. At our Mo: Meeting y'' 28: 11 m° 1716 As to the proceding minits in relation to y^ vifiting of families, it is concluded that every perticular Meeting make choice of Such weighty friends as may be of moft Service in Such a weighty Concern, & prefent them to y^ next Mo-Meeting. At our Mo-iSleeting y'' 25: 12 m" 1716 As to y'^ former Minits Relating to y" visiting of families, friends of Abington haue Chofen John Cadwallader, Morris Morris & Thomas Canby. Oxford Meeting have chofen Edmond orphood & Richard Buzby ; German- town Meeting have Chofon Rich — Lewis & Dennis Cunnard. Bybury Meeting have Chofon none as j'et for that Service, it is left to their further Confideration, against next Meeting. At our Mo-Meeting y" 24: 12 m" 1717 In pursuance of y^ Minit last month ; concerning y^ Vifiting of families : Oxford meeting have chofen Edmond Orphood Richard Buzby & John Shallcrofs. At our Mo-Meeting held y' 23'^ of y' 12" mo 1718 Friends from Each particular preparative Meeting have Nominated per- fons to Vifit families, viz. Ox'ford fr''" Chofe Rich" Bufby Jn" Shallcrofs & Edm" : Orpwood. At our Mo-Meeting held y^ 27*" of y" 12'" mo 1720 A Certificate was Granted to Will"' Walton & Richard Busby in Order to Vifsit in ^laryland on y" Service of Truth. At our Mo: Meeting held y" 31'': of y' 5'" mo 1721 Whereas our friends William Walton & Richard Bufby haveing Per- form'd their Vifsit in y" Service of Truth in Virginia & Maryland & Caro- lina & Withall have Produced Several Certificates Signifying their Great Satisfaction & Unity in their Vifsit of Love. 144 GENEALOGY OF THE « At our Mo: Meeting held y' 26'" of y' 6'" mo 1723 Whereas friends are to Appear at Philad* : by y* Appointm* : of y^ Quar- terly Meeting Relating to Dan' : Potts Friends Do appoint Morris Morris John Cadwallader Rob* : Fletcher Dan' : Thomas Edward Bolton Griffith Jones John Duncan and Tho^ : Wood & Rich'* Bufby to attend y*' Service. At our Mo-Meeting held y' 22'' of y* 12" mo 1730/1 Whereas Bybery fr''^ of Late have been Very much at Difference among themfelves which has proved an Exercife to this Meeting therefore fr"*' : of this Meeting Do appoint John Cadwalader Morris Morris Nicholus Auftin Rich". Bufby & Griffith Jones to Endeavour in y* Spirit of Love to bring them to a Reconciliation. At a M° Mg held the 26'": 4'": m°. 1732 Rich** : Buzby & Tho* Roberts are app'' : to Speak with James Dilworth Ju'' : & endeavour to bring him to a Senfe of his outgoings in taking a wife contrary to the Difcipline. WILL OF RICHARD BUZBY, 1743 I Richard Buzbey of Oxford Township In the County of Philadelphia & Province of Penfilvania Yeoman Being Sickly & weak of Body but of Sound Memory & Judgment Thanks be unto God, Calling to mind the Uncertainty of the Time of my Continuance in this Life haue thought fitt & do hereby make this my Last will & Testament in manner & Form Fol- lowing, That is to say First I Recommend my Soul & Spirit to the Mer- ciful Protection of God that Gaue it, & my Body to the Earth to be De- cently Inter'd by my Son Thomas Buzbey, when it Shall pleas the Lord so to Dispose of it, & as Touching my outward Estate I will that the Same be Disposed of as herein after Declared, Imprimis I will that all my Just Debts & Funeral Charges be paid as Soon as Pofsible by my Son Thomas Buzbey, ITem I Give Devise & Bequeath vnto my Son Thomas Buzbey (after mine & my wife's Decease) A Long Black Wallnut Table, & a Little Desk or Cabinet with Draws, & all my weavours Loomes & Tackling Be- longing to them, ITem I Give to my Two Daughters, Jane Fincher & Rebecca Roberts & to their Children for Ever (after mine & my wifes Decease) all my Household Goods & Moveables wheresoever Lying or being (Except as before mentioned Given to my Son Thomas Buzby) & I allso Give unto my Said Two Daughters all my Cows Chattels or Living Creatures, to them & their Children for Ever (after mine & my wife's Decease) all which as before mentioned I Give Devise & Bequeath to my aforesaid Two Daughters & their Children for Ever, (after mine & my wife's Deceafe as aforefaid) And Lastly I hereby Constitute & nominate DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 145 & appoint my Son In Law Daniel Roberts Executor of this my Last will & Testament, Hereby Revokeing all Former & other wills heretofore by me made & Declareing this & no other to be my Last will & Testament In wittnefs whereof I have hereunto Set my hand & Seal This First day of the Sixth month August. In the Sixteenth year of the Reign of King George the Second of Great Brittain &c anno que Dins one Thousand Seven Hundred Fortv & Three d^A^J Signed Sealed Published & Declared by the Said Richard Buzbey to be his Last will & Testament In the Presence of us William Sutton Mary Sutton Joseph Jones It is my will & I do hereby allso appoint & order that my Son Thomas Busbey shall pay my wife's Funeral Charges as well as my own & all my Just Debts as aforefaid In wittnefs whereof I haue here vnto put my hand & Seal the day & year mentioned on the other Side, Signed Sealed Published & Declared before us William Sutton Mary Sutton Joseph Jones Philad'' Dec 11"": 1747. Then psonally appeared W"". Sutton one of the witnefses to the foreging Will and to the Supplemt. thereto annexed and On his Solemn affirmacon according to Law did declare & affirm he Saw & heard Richard Busbey the Teftator therein named Sign Seal publish & declare the Same Will for & as his Laft will & Teftam*. and the s*. Sup- plem'. for & as a part of the Same and that at the doing thereof he was of Sound mind Memory & Understanding to the best of his knowledge and that Jofeph Jones since Deced and Mary Sutton now absent did also Sub- scribe their Names as witnefs". thereto in the presence of & at the request of the Testator Coram W'" Plumsted Reg. Genl. 10 146 GENEALOGY OF THE ABINGTON MEETING During the period immediately preceding William Penn's arrival in Penn- sylvania, in 1682, settlers began to locate in the desirable territory to the north of the site of the " Green Countrey Towne " laid out by the proprietor. Amongst these Friends were numerous and influential. The setting up of meetings M'as a matter of very early consideration. Worship was held, after the custom of the time, in private houses. Among the earliest records we lind the following historical note : "At a monthly meeting y*^ 8th 9 m" 1682 " At this time Governour William Penn and a multitude of ffriends arrived here, and Errected a City Called Philadelphia about half a mile from Shackamaxon where meetings were Eftablished." In 1684 a log meeting house was built in Oxford township and Oxford Meeting established. Meetings were also set up about this time at Byberry and Cheltenham and primitive meeting houses erected. In 1697, John Barnes gave Friends 120 acres of land in Cheltenham for educational pur- poses and a burial ground. It was at once decided to build a stone meet- ing house, with help of Friends in Philadelphia, as the early minutes note; the building being completed in 1700. For some years theretofore the society at Cheltenham had been known as Dublin Meeting, the name of the nearby township wherein many of the members lived. It was now changed to Abington. About this time Oxford Meeting lapsed, owing to the Keith schism, a majority of its members falling away, many uniting with Trinity Protestant Episcopal Church, which secured possession of the property, erect- ing the first part of the present venerable building about 1711. Some years thereafter — the first Abington minute referring thereto ap- pearing in the record for 1723 — Oxford Friends reorganized their meeting, being subject to Abington Monthly Meeting. A century later this Oxford Meeting became known as Frankford Meeting, thus continuing until the present time, though since 1827 it has been subject to Green Street Monthly Meeting, Philadelphia. There have been some changes in the meeting house and grounds at Abington, but the present solidly built edifice, a portion of which is more than two hundred years old, in no way shows the effects of passing years. The grove of great trees, many of them past the century mark, forms a beautiful view from the highway. Directly opposite has been erected one of the finest school buildings in the State, this institution having always been under the care and supervision of Friends. DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 147 Abington Meeting has always been prosperous and influential. Quarterly Meetings held there are still occasions of great interest. Some extracts from early minutes are here given : On the 24'" of 11 mo. 1695, this meeting having taken into consideration y° good advice of Friends from the last yearly meeting, to put in practice their council to admonish those that profess God's truth and do not walk answerable thereto. This meeting have chosen Richard Whitefield and Edward Orphood to inspect into Oxford meeting, also two for Germantown, two for Cheltenham and the same for Bj'berry meeting. At the meeting of 31*' of 11 mo. 1697, William Jenkins gave Friends a relation of Friends' proceedings at Philadelphia, concerning their assist- ance towards building a new meeting house at Abington. William Jenkins and Joseph Phipps are appointed to attend the next monthly meeting to acquaint y' Friends do approve of their method of subscription and accept their love. This meeting on the 28"" following do desire for y^ future y' Edward Orphord and Timothy Hanson take due inspection into the youths behavior belonging to Oxford meeting. 1 mo. 25, 1700. Friends appoint Joseph Phipps, Thomas Canby & Wm. Jenkins to inspect into y" accts. of Everard Bolton and Samuel Cart con- cerning y^ building of y** Meeting house at Abington. 4th mo. 24, 1700. Friends appointed to inspect accts. of Everard Bolton & Sam'l Cart reported due Everard Bolton 18 s 6d, which Friends do order to be paid. ABINGTON MEETING HOUSE, 1700 AND 1756 148 GENEALOGY OF THE 8_CHARLES FFRENCH (Thomas, 1). b. March 20th, 1671. Baptized April 2nd, 1671, at Church S. S. Peter and Paul, Nether Heyford, England. m. First (sup.), 1708, Elinor . m. Second, . 42— CHARLES FRENCH, JR. b. 8th mo. 12th, 1714. m. 10th mo. 6th, 1739, Ann Clement. 43— URIAH FRENCH m. Mary McCullock. CHARLES FRENCH The third son of Thomas ffrench, progenitor, appears to have held a responsible relationship towards his father and other members of the family. It became his duty to administer the estate, and in this connection he visited England in 1699 and several times thereafter. A number of deeds of con- veyance show his disposition of the property. In one of these special reser- vation is made of the family burial lot, on the homestead farm, in which Thomas ffrench and his wife were buried, this provision being continued for nearly half a century, when it seems to have been lost sight of by later owners after the tract was subdivided. The plantation was bequeathed to Charles, subject to certain legacies, his father conveying to him 200 acres of land by deed of gift dated June 3rd, 1698, and afterwards bestowing the whole 600 acres upon him by will, proved 1699. In this connection a notable incident occurred. In 1713, Richard French, in order that the will of his father might be performed, " as far as in him lyeth," and fearing that " some right might appertain to him " in said plantation, as heir apparent of Thomas ffrench, being the eldest son, that should cause hindrance of the sale and permanent transfer of the property, or lead to future complications in connection therewith, as the original will of the testator had been left in England, by deed of release (herewith given) conveyed to his brother Charles any possible right he might have in the plantation. Charles French evidently was a man of great activity and influence during his life. He resided chiefly in the upper part of Burlington county, but had interests elsewhere and lived for a time in Gloucester county, where he is supposed to have been a neighbor of the Kay, Ellis, Coles, Fortiner, Lip- DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 149 pincott, Inskeep and other pioneer families in Waterford township. Many real estate and administration papers, wills, deeds, etc., of that early period have been lost and the records at the first county seat, Gloucester, were destroyed through the burning of the old court house, in 1786. Only two curious court minute books of the time, chiefly reciting quarter sessions busi- ness, were saved and many of the leaves of one of these are charred and torn and almost illegible. The records copied at Trenton are far from complete. Those preserved in the Surveyor General's office, at Burlington, relate to surveys and to a limited degree deal with transfers of property. Unhappily, meeting records concerning Charles French are almost equally vague and fragmentary. He seems to have been twice married, his first wife apparently being a member of Shrewsbury Meeting, and his second wife not being a member of the Society of Friends, although there is no record of final discipline. It is believed he had three daughters by the second mar- riage, and that these were they whose marriages are recorded in the book of licenses at Trenton; viz., Jemima, who married Francis Kay in 1743; Hope, who married Isaac Kay in 1748 (both grandsons of the pioneer John Kay) ; and Bathsheba, who married Daniel Fortiner in 1748. Francis and Jemima Kay had three children, John, Samuel and Mary. The former, in 1807, left a large family, ten children, by two wives, Keziah Thorn, daughter of Capt. Joseph and Isabella (Cheeseman) Thorn, and Elizabeth Brown; and an estate in Waterford township of over 600 acres. Isaac and Hope Kay were living in 1772, but no family record has been discovered. John Kay, the progenitor, was one of the most noted citizens of his locality, he being a large land owner in Waterford township and active and influential in public life. His homestead was near the present hamlet of Ellisburg, now Delaware township, Camden county. In 1685 he was elected to the Assembly and he also served as one of the judges of the original Gloucester county. He was a noted arbitrator in the community and served as chair- man of the committee on the settlement of the boundary between New Jersey and New York. He was much interested in the Indians and their proper treatment. He was a prominent Friend and at his house early meetings were held and marriages celebrated. He died in 1741. Daniel Fortiner, who married Bathsheba French, was an English artisan pioneer, a worker in wood, skilful and much esteemed for good qualities. His descendants have been industrious and useful citizens, one of the most widely known being the late Elwood K. Fortiner, merchant, of Camden. 150 GENEALOGY OF THE MEETING RECORDS Burlington Monthly Meeting Minutes: At our Mens Monthly Meeting held at our Meeting house in Burlington y* 8*" of y'' 3" mo. 1699 Charles ffrench desired of this Meeting a Cer- tificate in order for his going for England. Tho. Eves and Henry Grubb are appointed to Inquire into his Clearness & Conversation & to give ace* to y^ next Meeting. At our Mens Monthly Meeting held alt our Meeting house in Burlington y* 5"" of y*" 4*"" mo*'' 1699 The men appointed to Enquire into y^ Clear- ness of Charles ffrench give report y* they finde him Cleare Except in his publication according to law therefore have ordered after y*" publication y* y" Cleark draw a Certificate & it be perused by Tho Gardener Christo- pher Wetherill Jno. Hollenshead Tho. Raper Ben Wheat Isaac Meriott and Peter ffretwell & if liked to Signe it. Att our Mens Monthly Meeting held att our Meeting house in Burling- ton y*^ 6"' of y" 7"' mo. 1703 Charls French came before this meeting & acquanted the meeting y* he Intended God Willing to go for ould England & desired a Certificate therefore this meeting appoint John Wills & Tho : Eves to enquire into his clearnefs & to draw up a Certificate accordingly as they find things & bring it to y'' next meeting. From our Monthly Meeting held at Burlington y'' V^ of y" 11 mo. 1704, and continued by adjournment til y* 25 of y" same. To all captains and other military officers concerned — wereas : Peter Fretwell, Tho. Gardiner, Thos. Scattergood, Tho. Wetherill and some 34 others for Burlington ; John Fenimore, Tho. Lippincott, Charles French and some 1 1 others for Wellingborrou ; and some 70 others for Northamp- ton, Mancefield, Chester and Eversham — Did att our last Monthly Meeting appear declaring that they were of y* Society of y^ people called Quakers & that for conscience sake they could not bear nor use arms to y*" destruction of y" lives of men, and being willing to receive y^ benefit of y** favor expressed to y*" said People in an Act of Assembly lately made & published att Burlington entituled an Act for selling the Militia of this Province ; pursuant to the requirings of y* said Act, they do request of us that we would certifie that they were of the People called Quakers : and though most of them were well known to us, yet that we might act with more care and caution therein, we did appoint certain persons to make particular enquiry into their Behaviour &• uppon such Enquiry made, we do not find any Reason to Deny them their request as aforesaid. DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 151 These are therefore to certifye that the persons above named are of y* Society of People called Quakers, & were so at y" time of y'^ making of y* said act. Signed in, & by order of, y'' said meeting. (Signed by six representa- tives of each of the Meetings mentioned) This action had reference to current excitement over the French and Indian border vicars. Att our monthly meeting att Burlington y^ 1^ of y* 12'" mo*" 1707 Charles French Requested of this meeting a Certificate to Srowfbury [Shrewsbury] month meeting on the account of taking a wife thereto belonging upon which this meeting appoints Tho. Eves & John Wills to Enquire in Rela- tion thereto. Att our monthly meeting att Burlington y^ T' of y^ 1^' mo'" 1707/8 The friends appointed to Enquire into y* Clearness of Charles French bring report y' they find nothing but that he is clear on y* account of marriage & as to his conversation nothing appears Scandolous or Roproch- ful therefore this meeting ordereth y" Cleark to draw a Certificate ready in order to be signed at y"* next meeting. Att our monthly Meeting att Burlington the y^ of y* 6'" mo'" 1719 There was an account given that Charles ffrench hath gon Contrary to y* good order of friends in his marriage and he hath been spoken to for itt and he seems to be sory for his so doing and is willing so far as he can to make satisfaction for his disorders & y* meeting appoints Hugh Sharp to Speak to him to be att y'^ next meeting in order to make satis- faction under his hand. Att our monthly meeting att Burlington y^ 7'" of 7'" Mo. 1719 Hugh Sharp that was appointed to Speak to Charles french and to acquaint him that the meeting Expects that he should appear at the next meeting to give y' meeting satisfaction and according he hath spoken to him and gave him sum Expection that he would be at y*' Meeting but doth not onely sen in a paper but the meeting Expects that he should be at y* next meeting and Hugh Sharp is ordered againe to acquaint him with y" order of the Meeting. 152 GENEALOGY OF THE DEED, CHARLES FRENCH AND MATHEW ALLEN TO JOHN HUDSON, 1699 This Indenture made the ffifth day of the month Called June in the year of our Lord according to English Accompt One Thousand six Hun- dred Ninety and nine Between Charles ffrench of Wellingbourrough in the County of Burlington in the province of West Jersey son of Thomas ffrench and Executo"" to the Last Will and Testament of his father and Mathew Allen of the Towne of Chester in the County aforesaid Yeoman of the one part And John Hudson of the said Towne of Wellingburrough in the County aforesaid Carpinder of the other part Witnefseth that whereas Thomas ffrench father of the laid of the said Charles ffrench was Lawfully pofsefsed of Six Hundred Acres of Land fronting on Northamp- ton River and lying next to the Land of John Hudson which faid six Hundred Acres of Land fronting on Northampton River and lying next to the land of John Hudson which said Six Hundred Acres belongeth to a Sixteenth part of a Propriety which he the said Thomas ffrench pur- chafed of John Woolstone as by one Indenture bearing date the twentieth day of November 1680 doth and may appear And the said Thomas ffrench did give unto the said Charles ffrench two hundred Acres of the said Land by a Deed of Gift bearing date the third day of June 1698 And Afterward did confirm the whole six Hundred Acres unto the said Charles ffrench by his last will and Testament And the said Charles ffrench fince the Decease of his said father hath figned and fealed one Indenture of Mortgage to the aforesaid Mathew Allen bearing date before the date of these presents to be voyd on Payment of sundry Debts as by the said In- denture it doth now at Large apear Now these presence Witnefs that the said Charles ffrench and Mathew Allen for and in Consideration of the Sum of of five and Twenty pounds Currant fillver Money in this province to him the said Charles ffrench in hand paid and fecured by the faid John Hudson at or before the fealing and Delivery of these presents the Receipt whereof they the said Charles ffrench and Mathew doe hereby Acknowledge and thereof Clearly Acquitt and Discharge the said John Hudson his heirs Executo'"^ and Administrato"'^ And Every of them forever by these pres- ents Have Granted Bargined fold Enfeoffed and Confirmed and by these presents doth Grant bargain fell Enfeoffe and confirm unto the said John Hudson his heirs and afsigns forever One Hundred Acres of Land Begin- ning at a ftone by the faid Northampton River Then by the said John Hudsons Land to the Milcrick to a popler being Corner to the said Land Then downe the same to a fmall White Oake feven Chaine and a halfe then south westerly twenty Eight degrees One Hundred and fourty Chaine to a white Oake by the said River then up the fame to the ftone first mintioned Together allsoe with the mines mineralls woods fishings hawk- ings huntings and fowlings and all and Every the Appurtences profits kMlliiMMMHMatlMniuMJbHIIMMMldiil SURVEYOR-GENERAL'S OFFICE, BURLINGTON, N. J., 1S25 DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 153 and Commodities whatsoever belonging to the faid Premifses And the Reversion and Reversions Remainders and Remainders thereof And all the Estate Right title Interest Use pofsefsion property Claim and Demand whatsoever of them the said Charles ffrench and Mathew Allen in or to the fame — To have and to hold the said one Hundred acres of Land unto the said John Hudson his heirs and Afsigns to the only proper use and behoofe of him the said John Hudson his heirs and Afsigns forever And the faid Charles ifrench and Mathew Allen for themselves feverally and Respectively and for their Several and Respective heirs Executors Admin- istrato"*. and Afsigns doe Covenant promise and Grant to and with the faid John Hudson his heirs and Afsigns by these presence that they have not wittingly or Willingly Committed or done any Act matter or thing whereby or by reason whereof the said premifses hereby Granted is Shall or may be Charged Burthened or Incumbered in any title Charge Estate or otherwise Howsoever & then the rents thereout Ifsueing to the King and his fuccefsors and the Arrears thereof if any be And Allsoe that the faid Charles ffrench and Mathew Allen Their heirs and Afsigns fhall and will at all times hereafter during the fpace of feven Years Next Ensueing the date hereof at the request Cost and Charges of the said John Hudson his heirs or Afsigns make doe and Execute or Cause to be made done and Executed all and every fuch LawfuU Conveyance or Conveyances for the further better and more parfect Afsureing and fure making the above- faid premifes unto the faid John Hudson his heirs and Afsigns forever as by the faid John Hudson his heirs or Afsigns fhall be Lawfully required, foe as the partie or parties to whome fuch request be not Compelled nor hereby Compellable to travill from the place of his or their aboade further then to the towne of Burlington for the doing and Executing thereof And soe as fuch Conveyance Containe Noe further warranty then as afore- said In Witnefs whereof the parties first above named to these Present Indenture have Interchangably set their Hands and feals the day and year first above written 1699 Charles French with a [feale] Mathew Allen with a [feale] Signed fealed & Delivered in y*" presence of John Test, Sam": ffurnis Thomas Eves The 9"": day of the month called August 1728 Then the within Named Thomas Eves one of the Evidences to the within Deed Came before me Underwritten being one of the Kings Council for the province of New Jersey and upon his folemn Afiirmation did declare that he was present and faw the within Named Charles French and Mathew Allen fign feal and Execute the within Deed unto the within Named John Hudson and that he faw John Test and Samuel ffurnis fign as Witnefses to the fame. Witnefs my hand the day and year abovefaid. John Wills. 154 GENEALOGY OF THE DEED, CHARLES AND RICHARD FRENCH TO HENRY PEEPS, 1704 This Indenture made the ffirst Day of November in the year of our Lord according to English ace*. One thousand Seven hundred and ffour Between Charles French of the Township of Wellingbourrough in the County of Burlington Within the province of New Jersey yeoman And Richard French of the Township of Mansfield in the said County of Bur- lington Province aforesaid yeoman of the One part And Henry Peeps of the Township of Chesterfield and County of Burlington aforesaid Hus- bandman of the other part Witnefseth that the said Charles French & Richard French for and in Consideration of the Sum of thirty pounds of Current Silver money within the Westerly Division of the province afore- said to the said Charles French and of ffive Shillings like current Silver money aforesaid to the said Richard French by the said Henry Peeps to them respectively in hand paid at and before the Ensealing and Delivery hereof the receipt of which said Sum of thirty pounds the said Charles French doth hereby acknowledge & the receipt of the said ffive Shillings the said Richard French hereby acknowledgeth and thereof and of every part Pcell thereof doe and Each and Either of them — Respectively Doth acquit Exonerate and Discharge the said Henry Peeps his heirs Executors and Administrators and every of them forever by these presents Have Granted bargained and sold aliened Enfeoffed & Confirmed and by these Psents Doe ffully Clearly and absolutely Grant bargain & Sell aleyne Enfeoffe and Confirm unto the said Henry Peeps his heirs and Afsigns forever The ffuU Quantity of Six hundred Acres of Land to be Taken up Laid fForth and Surveyed to and for the said Henry Peeps his heirs and Afsigns in any place within the said Westerly Division of said Province where purchased from the Native Indians and not before taken up and Surveyed which said Six hundred Acres of Land is to be taken up in right of the Share or Shares of Land for the third Dividend belonging to an Eighth part of a propriety of Land within the said Westerly Division of the said Province & by the Last Will and Testament of Thomas French Deccd : ffather of said Charles and Richard French given and Bequeathed to said Charles French as by the same will relation being thereunto had more at Large Appears. Together with all and every the Mines Minerals Woods ffishings foulings Hawkings Huntings and ffowlings and all Other profits Comodities Hereditaments and Improvements Whatsoever to said Six hundred acres of Land belonging or in any wise Appertaining and Also all the Estate right Title Interest pofsefsion Property Claim and Demand whatsoever of them the said Charles French and Richard French or Either of them as well in Law as in Equity of in Or unto the said granted and bargained Six hundred acres of Land or any part or parcell thereof with the appurtenances and the Reversion and Reversions Remain- DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 155 der and Remainders of the Same and of Eevery part thereof To Have and To Hold the said Six hundred acres of Land and granted and Bargained Premifses and every part and parcell thereof writh the Appurtenances unto the said Henry Peeps his heirs and Afsigns forever. And the said Charles French Richard French for themselves Jointly and Severally and for them and Either of their heirs Executors and Administrators Doe Covenant promise and Grant to and with the said Henry Peeps his heirs and Afsigns by these presents that at the time of the Sealing and Delivery hereof they the said Charles French & Richard French or y'' one of them have Or hath good right full power and LawfuU and absolute authority to Grant bargain Sell and Confirme the said Six hundred acres of Land Granted or Mentioned to be granted pmifses with the Appurtenances unto the said Henry Peeps his heirs and Afsigns forever in Manner and fform as in these presents is mentioned and Exprefsed And that they the said Charles French and Richard French or either of them have not nor hath not wittingly or willingly Committed Sufferred or Done any act matter or thing whatsoever whereby or by reason whereof the said granted and Bargained premifses or any part or peel thereof is are shall or may be Charged Burthend or Incumbred in any Tytle Charge Estate or Otherwise howsoever Other than the Quittrents thereout Ifsuing unto Our Sovereign Lady the Queen her heirs and Succefsors and the Arrears thereof if any be and Lastly the said Charles French for himself his heirs Executors and administrators Doth hereby Covenant promise and Grant to and with the said Henry Peeps his heirs and Afsigns That he the said Charles French and his heirs Shall and will at all and every time and Times hereafter During the Time and Space of Seven Years Next Ensuing the Date hereof at the request Costs and Charges of the said Henry Peeps his heirs and Afsigns make do Execute or Cause to be made done or Executed Such ffurther and Other lawful Act and Acts thing and things Conveyance & Afsurance Whatsoever for the ffurther better more ffull and perfect Conveying Confirming and Afsuring the said Six hundred Acres of Land and granted and bargained premifses and every or any part or parcell thereof with the appurtenances unto the said Henry Peeps his heirs and Afsigns for ever According to the purport true Intent and meaning of these presents as by him the said Henry Peeps his heirs and Afsigns Shall be reasonably required Soe as the person or persons to whom Such request Shall be made be not Compelled or Compellable to Travell or goe ffurther then to the Town of Burlington aforesaid for the making Doing or Executing hereof and So as Such ffurther Afsurance Contain noe ffurther Covenants or Warranty then According to the Tenor of these presents In Witnefs whereof the said Parties first above named to these present In- denture have Set their hands and Seals the Day and Year first above written 1704 Richard French & [Seal] Charles French & [Seal] 156 GENEALOGY OF THE Sealed and Delivered in the presence of Daniel Leeds T Wright William Bull Tho Revell November Z" : 1704. Then received y" Sum of money respectively mentioned for the considera- tion of the within granted Lands by us Charles French Richard French Witnefses by us Tho : Revell Daniel Leeds. Endorsed County of Burlington July ZS**" : 1762 — Then personally Came and appeared before me Charles Read Esq'' : one of his Majesties Council for the province of New Jersey Revell Elton Esq'' : a person to me well known and worthy of good Credit being duly Sworn did Depose that he was acquainted with the handwriting of Daniel Leeds and Thomas Revell Esq"" (decea'' long since) had Seen them respectively write their names and verily believes that the names Daniel Leeds and Thomas Revell Signed as Witnefses to the within Deed are of the proper hand writing of the said Daniel Leeds and Thomas Revell Jurat Coram Cha Reed Recorded this Septem'' 1762. DEED, RICHARD FRENCH TO CHARLES FRENCH, 1713 The following is the deed of release made by Richard French [5] to his brother Charles [8], of all claims in the home plantation. To all Perfons to whom these prefents Shall come or may Concern — Greet- ing Know yee, that Richard French Son & Heir apparant of Thomas French Late of Wellinborrow in the County of Burlington & Province of Weft Jerfey Deceafed, for divers good & "Valuable Considerations me there- unto moving & more particularly that I may as much as in me Lyeth Endeavour that the Laft Will and Teftament of my said father should be performed, and whereas my said father by his Laft Will & Tefta- ment bareing Date the third day of June, Anno Domini, One thoufand six hundred ninety Eight, Did Nominate & Appoint my Brother Charles French to be his Sole Executor of his said Will and did by the same Give & bequeath unto my said brother all that farm plantation or tract of Land, Scituate Lying & being in the Townfhip of Wellenborrow aforesaid Con- taining by the survey thereof Six hundred acres of Land In Upland & Meadow, with all & every the premifses & appurtenances belonging or in any Wife appertaining & Whereas my sd Brother being Lately In Old England there Leaving the sd Originall Will which may Caufe the hindrance to my brother of y" Sale of y'' sd Plantation as If some right might apper- tain to me for want of the said Will If it should any Wife Mifcarry or be Loft I being the Eldeft Son & heir of my sd Father, Therefore to pre- vent & Avoid all Controverfy for touching or Concerning the same 1 the said DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 157 Richard French have Remifed releaf and forever Quit Claimed and I do by thefe prefents, for me my Heirs Executors and adminiftrators & Afsigns Remife Releafe & for ever Quitt Claim, unto the sd Charles French his Heirs & Afsigns, Remife Releafe & forever Quitt Claim unto the sd — all and all manner of Right Title Intereft property Claim & Demand whatfo- ever — which I the sd Richard French now have my heirs Executors shall or may have Challenge or demand of in or to the sd Mentioned Tract of Land lying & being in the Townfhip of Wellenborrow as aforesaid Contain- ing Six hundred acres of Upland & Meadow So that I the s* Richard French my Heirs Executors Adminiftrators or Afsigns shall not, nor will not at any time hereafter make any claim Challenge or Demand of in or to the said Tract of Land as aforesaid or to any part or parcel of the Same — but that both myself my Heirs Executors Adminiftrators or Afsigns or any or every of them shall from henceforth be thereof & of every part & parcel thereof & therein be utterly «S: forever Excluded & Debarred by these prefents. In Witnefs whereof I the said Richard ffrench have hereunto Set my hand & Seal this twenty Ninth day of January, In the Twelfth year of the Reign of our Sovereign Lady Anne Queen over Great Brittain, &c. Anno Domini, One thoufand seven hundred and Thirteen. Richard French w"' a Seal [seal]. Seal'd & Delivered In the prefence of, Daniel Smith, Tho : Middleton, Tho : Scattergood. A COLONIAL ADVERTISEMENT, 1722 In December, 1719, Andrew Bradford, the pioneer printer of Pennsylvania, son of William Bradford, began the publication in Philadelphia of the first newspaper issued in the state. " The American Weekly Mercury," as the paper was called, was " Printed and Sold by Andrew Bradford, at the BIBLE in the Second Street; and alfo by William Bradford in New-York, where Advertifements are taken in." It was a small two-column four-page sheet of the most primitive style and often contained curious advertisements, the result of the efforts of immigrants to find each other in the new country. In several numbers of the " Mercury," beginning April 19, 1722, appeared the following notice, revealing the approximate date of one of the visits of Charles French to " Old England " : N. B. They have a ?afs ^ihDgvf'ilh them from Co).... of Mar)'I.ind all ii: one Paper. ! «"1 yi^frcas about Twctity Years ^oce, there came into :^ ' I W thc(e Parts of ArHerkn, with ooe Mr. Cbarle* French, who lives at Anccats-Creck ia BwrlhgtonComty, \tk Well-Jerfey^ one Smud lacy bom in Northsmptmfbnc^ Thefe are to give Nocice, Thiit if the f ji, for 158 GENEALOGY OF THE 9— JOHN FFRENCH (Thomas, 1). Baptized January 2nd, 1673, at Church S. S. Peter and Paul, Nether Heyford, England. d. 1729. m. First, 1701, Ann . m. Second, 6th mo. 10th, 1724, Sarah (Mason) Wickward, widow of William Wickward, and daughter of John Mason of Evesham Town- ship, Burlington Co., N. J. 44— JOHN FRENCH, JR. b. 1702. d. 1729. 45— THOMAS FRENCH b. 1703. 46— CHARLES FRENCH b. 1704. 47— RACHEL FRENCH b. 1705. m. First, Enoch Fenton. m. Second, Dec. 1, 1735, Nathaniel Wilkinson. 48— ANN FRENCH b. 1707. m. Joshua Woolston. William Wickward and Sarah Mason were married in 1717, and had children, Samuel, Hannah and Rachel. JOHN FRENCH The youngest son of Thomas ffrench, progenitor, appears to have inherited in good degree the qualities of success which characterized his father and brothers. He no doubt was advanced patrimony sufficient to enable him to make a good start in life, although his share of the paternal estate under the will was nominal. Records show that he early acquired considerable land in Northampton township, where he resided for a mmiber of years and prospered as a farmer, adding to his plantation, from time to time, and finally possessed upwards of 500 acres. The curious and painstaking ac- count of his executors shows extended business relationship, and the per- formance of this trust in accordance with the letter and spirit of the will of the testator. In life he set a consistent example and his last formal expressions comprised impressive admonition. His son Charles seems to have remained in Northampton township and official records established the DESCENDANTS OF THOxMAS FRENCH 159 fact that the latter's daughter Margaret married William Hooper, a resident of Northampton township, the license bearing date Dec. 24, 1744, and accompanying which is the following quaint endorsement : Dec. 24, 1744, Joshua Bishop affirmed before Joseph Scattergood, one of his Majesty's Justices for the city of Burlington, that he heard Charles French, father of Margaret French, give his consent that William Hooper should marry his said Daughter. , his Joshua X Bishop mark Affirmed before Jof Scattergood From sundry records it would appear that William Hooper and Margaret, his wife, had two sons; Isaac who, in 1775, married Martha Tice, and Jacob who, in 1772, married Hannah Piatt. William Hooper died intestate in 1759 and his wife Margaret, renouncing her right to administer the estate, at her suggestion Thomas Budd was ap- pointed to act in that capacity. MEETING RECORDS Burlington Monthly Meeting Minutes : Att our Monthly Meeting held at Burlington y^ V of 4'" Mo. 1724. John ffrench made application to this Meeting on y* account of marriage with one within the Vearg of Newtown mo"" meeting for which y" meet- ing appoints Joshu Smith & James Lippincott to make Enquiry Concern- ing his clearness & conversation and make report to y*^ next meeting. Att our Monthly Meeting att Burlington y^ 6"* day of y* 5"' month 1724 - - The two friends Joshua Smith and James Lippincott that was appointed to make enquire in to y*^ Clearness of John ffrench both on y* account of Marriage and also his life and conversation report to this meet- ing y' they do not find anything to object but he is clear on y"' account of marriage and his conversation pretty orderly of late for which y^ meeting orders y* Cleark to draw a Certificat accordingly. Haddonfield Monthly Meeting Minutes : 13 — 5 mo. 1724 At said meeting John French and Sarah Wickwart sig- nify their intentions of taking each other in marriage, the said John Living within the Verge of Burlington Monthly Meeting therefore he is given to understand a certificate will be expected at his next presentation from them. 160 GENEALOGY OF THE 10 — 6 mo. 1724 At said monthly meeting John French and Sarah Wick- wart the second time presented their Intentions of taking each other in marriage. This meeting after receiving a Certificate from Burlington Mo. Meeting consents that they may take each other in Truth's way, and appoints John Haines and W'"' Borton to be present at sd marriage, to see it be orderly accomplished. 14*" 7 mo. 1724 At said meeting John Haines reports to this meeting that he was present at y*" marriage of John French and Sarah Wickwart & that it was orderly accomplished. Haddonfield Minutes of y*' Mo : Meeting of Women Friends : Att a m"ly m'g of w°m fr"' held at Haddonfield y" 13'" of 5'" m° 1724 At s** m'g Jn° French & Sarah Wickware signified y"" intentions of m'"g, y'' m'g app*' Eliz. Evins & Mary Evees to make y^ ufual inquirie & report accordingly to next m° m*g. Att a m-'ly m*g of w°m fr"' held at Haddonfield y^ 10"' of 6'" 1724 At s'* m'g Jn° French & Sarah Wickward signified y" continuation of y"" intentions of m''g y*" return of inquirers is they find nothing so mattierall as to obstruct y"" proceedings so y*' m'g confents to y® accomplifhm' of y* s* m'"g according to y^ good ord"" among fr''^ &c & appoints Hannah Hains & Hannah Borton to see good o'^d'" kept. DEED, SARAH MORREY TO JOHN FRENCH, 1717 To All to whome thefe prefents Shall Come Sarah Morrej' of y*" Cit}' of Philadelphia in y*" prouince of penfilvania widow Distiller Sends greeting — Whereas by a Certain Draught of Certificate bearing Date in October 1693 under y* hand of Daniell Leeds there was Surveyed unto Lady Martha Roads Sam' Barker and Tho : Wright two tracts of Land on y" Branches of Ancocus Creek in y'' County of Burlington in west new Jerfey y*^ one s'' to Contain three thoufand one hundred and twenty acres and y*^ other twelve hundred acres as by s'' Certifycate &c and y'^ Record thereof in y"^ Secretaries office may appear And Whereas by uirtue of Seuerall mefne Conveyances and Afsurences in law She y'' said Sarah Morrey now is and Stands Lawfully Seized of a good right and Estate in all that part & parts of y*" before mentioned Lands with y® appurtences Whereof he s** Tho : Wright was Seized & pofsesed in common w"' s'* Roads & Barker by uirtue of y*' above survey &c or otherwise howsoeuer and for as much as many Disputes in law and other wise have arifen in Relation to y*" Right and title of y*' s** Rhoads Barker and Wright to y** s'' land by and between them and their Afsigns and y'' present Settlers thereon who alfo by uirtue of Surueys Indian purchases and Seating Claime a right to Seuerall parts & parcells thereof in order thereof to DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 161 accomedate in a Christian and peaceable name all disputes Law Suits Con- treuerfis Claims of Right or title by from or under y*^ s'' Tho : Wright to y* part of y* Lands in pofsesion of John french of y^ County of Bur- lington afors"* & townfhip of Northampton yeoman which is Bounded as followeth Viz' in two tracts of y'' first Begins at a white oak near y^ mouth of Run or Creek Stop y" Jades Run thence S'. Easterly S"* : twenty one Chains to another white oak thence N" : Easterly 73 degrees Sixty three Chains to a gum by s** Creek then down y" Same by y* Seuerall Cources thereof and bounding therew*" to y'' Corner \v* oak first men- tioned Surveyed for one hundred acres and y^ other tract Begins at a hickery tree Corner to Jacob Lambs Land thence \>y his Land East by South twenty two Chains to a black oak Corner then South East twenty fiue Chaine to a white oak Corner then weft South west four Chains to a black oak then near South to a brook Called Stop y^ Jades Run then Bounding down by y^ Same and y*^ above last mentioned tract of Land to a white oak Corner at y*" mouth thereof then north Seuenteen Chains then East north East twenty two Chains then East by north three Chains to y" first mentioned Corner Surveyed for one Hundred and twenty acres now thefe prefents wittnefseth y' She y'^ s"^ Sarah Morey not only for y^ Confiderations and Caufes afors'^ But alfo for y" further Confideration of y^ Sum of Seuen pounds Curr' money of America to her in hand paid by John french afor*"^ y*^ recept whereof She doth hereby acknowl- edge hath Remised Released and c;uitt Claimed and by thefe prefents She y'' s** Sarah Morrey for her Selfe her heirs & afsigns do freely Clearly and abfolutely Remise Releafe and for Ever Quit Claime unto him y" s** John french and to his heirs and afsigns all that her Right title Intreft property Clayme and Dem*" of in to or out of y*^ s"* two tracts of land Joyned in one being in y"* whole two hundred and twenty acres and all y® ways waters water Cources woods Houfes Buldings fields fences im- prouem*^ marfhes Swamps meadows mines mineralls fifhings fowlings Hawkings huntings Rights Liberties preuilidges Hereditam*^ And appur- tences to Each p' and parcell thereof belonging or in any wife appertaining togeather with y" Reuerfon and reuerfons Remainder and remainders rents ifsues and profits thereof and p' and parcell thereof to have and to hold all y'' s"^ two hundred twenty acres of Land and premises with Euery y^ appurtences unto him y® s'^ John french to y" only use and behoofe of him y^ s^ John french his heirs and afsigns for euer So y* neither he y® s'' Tho : Wright nor his heirs nor afsigns nor y* heirs nor Afsigns nor Legates of George Hutchinson Dec'* nor She y* s"" Sarah Morrey nor her heirs nor afsigns nor any other perfon or perfons by from or under them Either or any of them Shall Com will or may at any time here- after have Clayme challenge or Demand any Estate Right title property pofesion or other thing of in or to any part share or portion of j'^ s** Lands & premises by thefe prefents Released or Intended to be hereby 11 162 GENEALOGY OF THE Releafed But from all actions and Suits caufe and Caufes of actions & Suits Rights titles or Claj'ms Either in Law or Equity Shall and will from thence forth for Euer be utterly Bared and Excluded by thefe prefents in wittnefs whereof She y* s" Sarah Morey hath hereunto Sett her hand & Seale this fourth day of Novemb"" in y^ fourth year of y^ Reign of King george ouer great Brittain iy I gjyg jjjjfQ jjjy gQj^ William Buzby forty fhillings like money aforefaid. ^thiy J gj^,g yj^(.Q j^y gpjj Benjamin Buzby forty fhillings like money aforefaid. ytbiy J gj^,g unto my daughter Lydiah the wife of James Marfon forty fhillings like money aforefaid. 8""y I give unto my daughter Mary Buzby forty fhillings like money aforefaid. 9""^ I give unto my daughter Jane Buzby forty fhillings like money aforefaid. jO"ny I give unto my daughter Elizabeth Buzby forty fhillings like money aforefaid. ll*'"y I give unto my daughter Sarah Buzby forty fhillings like money aforefaid. Lastly all the refidue and remainder of my eftate both reall and per- fonall I give devife and bequeath unto my well beloved wife Mary Buzby and to her heirs and Afsignes for ever Alfo I do hereby appoint Conftitute and Ordain My faid Wife to be the fole Executrix of this my laft will and Teftament ordering her to pay all my debts and Legacies aforefaid and Impowering her to recieve all fuch debts that are juftly due and owing unto me In Witnefs whereof I have hereunto fet my hand and feal this twenty fecond day of the fixth Month 1727. Witnesses Jacob Burdsall his John X Marfon mark John Wills 12 TvS^^^^ 178 GENEALOGY OF THE Probat William Burnet Esq"" Capt. General & Governour in Chief of y'' Provinces of New York New Jersey & y^ Territories Thereon depend- ing in America & Vice Admiral of y'' Same &c. To all To whom These Presents shall Come or may Concern Greeting Know yee That at Bur- lington in y" province of New Jersey y* first Day of October Anno Dom : one Thousand Seven hundred & Twenty Seven y^ last Will & Testa- ment of Nicholas Buzby Late of y" Township of Wellinborough yeoman Dece'' was proved before Samuel Bustill who is Thereto by me Author- ized & appointed for That Purpose & now Approved & Allowed of by me having while he Lived & at y^ Time of his Death Goods Chattels & Credits in divers places Within this Province by means whereof y^ full Disposition of all & Singular of The Goods Chattels & Credits of y" Said Dece'* & y* Granting Administration of Them also y* hearing of Account Calcu- lation or Reckoning & y* final Discharge & Dismifsion from y^ Same unto me Solely & not unto any other Inferiour Judge are Manifestly known To belong & y*" Administracon of all & Singular y"* Goods Chattels & Credits of y* said Dece'* & his Last Will & Testament in any manner of ways Concerning was Granted unto Mary Busby y'^ Executrix in y^ Said Last Will & Testament named chiefly of well & Truly Administring y^ Same & of making a True & perfect Inventory of all & Singular y* Goods Chattels & Credits of y* Said Dece** & Exhibiting y® Same into y' Registry of y*^ Prerogative Court in y® Secretarys Office at or before y^ Thirtyeth Day of March next ensuing & of Rendring a just & True Account when thereunto Required. In Testimony whereof I have Caused y^ Prerogative Seal of y^ Said Province of New Jersey To be hereunto Affixed at Burlington in y^ province of New Jersey Aforesaid The first Day of October in y^ first Year of his Majestys Reign Anno Dom: 1727. la. .Smith Secry — W^ILL OF MARY BUZBY, 1728 I Mary Bufby of the Townlhip of Wellingborow in the County of Bur- lington in the prouince of Weft New Jerfy being sick of body but of sound and difpofing mind and memory doe make this my Laft will and Tefta- ment and doe hereby Difpofe of that outward Eftate which it hath pleafed God to Intruft me withall in maner and form foiling : viz' Imprimis my will is that all my Juft Debts and funarall Charges be duly pay"* and difcharged as soon as may be after my defceas 2'^'^. 1 give unto my son John Bufby six pounds LawfuU money of America. 3'"''. I give unto my son Isack Bufby Six pounds lick money as aforefaid. 4<"y I give unto my son William Busby six pounds alfo like money as aforefaid 5*"^ I give unto my son Bengman Bufby six pounds money as aforefaid. 6'^"'. I give unto my Dafter Lydia Marfon wife of James Marfon six pounds Like money as aforefaid. DESCENDx\NTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 179 7'"^. I give unto my Dafter Mary Bufby six pounds money as afore- faid. 8'"''. I give unto my Dafter Jane Burfhall now wife of Jacob Bur- fhall six pounds lick money as aforefaid. 9*^'-^'. I give unto my Dafter Elezabeth Bufby six pounds lick money as abouefaid. 10*'-^'. I give unto my Dafter Sary Bufby six pounds Lick money as aforefaid, and if any of my fones fhould dye before they arive at y^ age of twenty years then their money fhall be Equaly devided among y® Reft and alfo if any of my Dafters fhould dye before they arive at y^ adge of Eighteen years then their money fhall be Equaly Devided amongst y^ Reft. and Laftly all y® Refidue of Remainder of my Eftate both Reaill and Parfonall I give Deuife and Bequeath unto my Son Thomas Bufby to hime and to his heirs and afsigns for euer. Alfo I doe hereby appoint Conftitute and ordain my said son Thomas Bufby to be my fole Executor of this my Laft Will and Teftament ordring him to pay all my Juft Debts, and Legafefs aforefaid giuen by me and impowering him to Receiue all fuch Debts that are Juftly due to me. In Witnefs whereof . I have hereunto fett my hand and feal this fift day of the tenth month called December 1728. Sealed figned and Declared in y'' sight and prefents of Thomas Reues mark Mary Nathan n Crofby his Hugh Sharp lark ni hir ^,^iil^. Buzby Pro : New Jersey fs Be it Remembered that on the twenty first day of January Anno : Dom : One thousand Seven hundred and twenty Eight Pfonally came and appeared before me Samuel Bustill D. Surrogate and Register of the Weftern Divi- sion of the province of New Jersey duly Commifsioned and appointed Hugh Sharp Esq"". One of the Witnefses Subscribed to the within Will who being one of the people called Quakers on his Solemn affirmation according to law did declare and affirm that he was present and saw Mary Busby the Teftatrix in the within Will named sign and seal the same, and that he heard her publish pronounce and declare the within writing to be her laft Will and Teftament, and that at the doing thereof she the said Teftatrix was of sound mind, memory and understanding to the beft of his knowl- edge and belief, and that at the same time alfo Thomas Reves and Nathan Crosby the other two Subscribed Evidences were prefent and that they together with this affirmant did sign as Witnefses to the within Will in the prefence of the Testatrix — Affirmed before me Sam'. Bustill D: Reg"" : 180 GENEALOGY OF THE Pro : New Jersey fs : Be it Remembered that on the day of the date above written personally came and appeared before me Samuel Bustill D. Register of the Weftern Division of the province of New Jersey duly Commifsioned and appointed Thomas Busby the Executor within named who being one of the people called Quakers On his Solemn Affirmation according to Law doth declare and Affirm, that the within writing contains the laft Will & Teftament of Mary Busby the Teftatrix within named as far as he knows and believes and that he will well and truly pform the same by paying first the Debts of the deceased and then the Legacys contained in the within Will so far forth as the goods Chattels and Credits of the said deceased will thereunto Extend or the Law will charge, and that he will make a true and perfect Inventory and alfo render a Juft account when thereunto required — Affirmed before me Sam' : Bustill D. Reg'. A true and perfict Inventory of the Goods and Chattels of Mary Bufby Late Widow of Nickles Bufby Defec'd of the Townfhip of Wellingborow in the County of Burlington in Weft New Jerfy as foUoweth Appraifed by us whofe names are under written. Total £97 7 6 Hugh Sharp John Milborn ANCIENT CHAIR IN BURLINGTON MEETING HOUSE, I70O DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 181 15— REBECCA FFRENCH (Thomas, 1), daughter of Thomas and Elizabeth (Stanton) ffrench. b. 6th mo. 8th, 1697. m. 2nd mo. 3rd, 1729, Robert Murfin, son of William and Sarah (Bunting) Murfin. He b. 3rd mo. 12th, 1705. d. 1753. 60— THOMAS MURFIN 61— WILLIAM MURFIN 62— JOHN MURFIN William Murfin was the son of Robert and Ann Murfin of the town of Eaton, Not- tinghamshire, England, who came to America in the ship " Shield," which arrived at Burlington, N. J., 10th mo., 1678, O. S. William was born 1st mo. 16th, 1681 ; died 3rd mo. 3rd, 1742; married June 8-1704, in Chesterfield Meeting House, Sarah Bunting, daughter of John and Sarah Bunting. Sarah Bunting was born 8th mo. 3rd, 1686, and died 7th mo. 26th, 1762. SUMMARY OF INV. OF EST. OF ROBT. MURFIN, 1753 Inventory of Goods & Chattels of Robart Murfin Decefed Appreafed by y' vnder fubfcribers this 13*" Day of y* 9'" Mo 1753 Total £18 17 4 Pre. Brown William Bunting. William Murfin the Admr — charges himself with £18 17 4 To what Came to hand afterwards 1 7 2 £20 4 6 WILL OF SARAH MURFIN, 1754 I Sarah Murfin of Notingham in the County of Burlington and Western Devision of New Jersey widow being in helth of body and of Sound mind and memory do make This my Last Will and Testament in form following First My Will is That all my Just Depts and funeral charges be paid and Discharged by my Executors hereafter named. Itam I give first in perticuler To my granson John Murfin Williams son my great Red Chist that was my son Josephs — I give to my grandaughter Ann Murfin my Black Trunk in perticuler. I give to my grandaughter Sarah Large my Best Bed and furniture be- longing to it and a pear of sheets and pillow cases besids and my warming pan and my wool wheel With all those things that are in the high chist 182 GENEALOGY OF THE of Drawers Which her father Left in perticuler for their use which Things their is a perticuler account Taken of to be kept. Also a Redish Trunk with child Lining in it to be devided betwixt her and her Sister Mary- Large : also my plush Side Saddle to be for the use of her and her Sister Mary Also my black walnut ouel Table I give to Sarah and big black chear. I give to my grandaughter Mary Large my Second Best Bed bolster an pillows and 2 pear of Sheets and pillow caises 2 Blankits and a coverlid and my Black wallnut low chist of Drawers and a Red Chist that was her Mothers with all the things that are in that chist There being an account taken of the perticulers To be kept Also 6 black chears and my Lining wheel and if in case one of them die before she arrive to the age of eighteen years that then the Surviver to have what was hers and if in case boath of them should die before they be eighteen years old then what they were to have had (if they have no child or children) then to be eqqualy devided amongst the rest of my gran children Also I give my wearing cloaths to my 3 grandaughters to be equely deuided amongst them The Rest of my Small Estate the one half I give to my son William and his son John and his daughter Ann Murfins and the other half to my other gran children Thomas William and John Murfins the children of my son Robert Murfin decesed Lastly I do constitute and appoint my Loving son William Murfin To be my Executor of This my Last will and Testament in Witness whereof I have hereunto Set my hand and Seal the first day of October one thousand Seven hundred and fifty fouer 1754 Signed Sealed and acknowl- /^ ^ ^"ri«OT9K?i^ edged to be her Last will in the presence of us y_^ t,s^ ^a^^oriA^^ 1*1 ^ c^u?y /^/^7>t/>2_ (J^fA Jo^^M^ DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 183 A Teftimony from Chefterfield Monthly-Meeting in New-Jerfey, concern- ing Sarah Murfin. " This worthy woman was one whom it pleafed the Lord, to call out of the broad way and vanities of the world, and make acquainted with his bleffed truth ; and as She abode under the crofs, it pleafed the almighty to manifeft unto her, that She was a chofen veffel or inftrument for his Service, to preach the gofpel. She was fervent in prayer. Serviceable in vifiting families, and her godly example in life and converfation, great humility and Self-denial, much adorned her miniftry ; careful to bring up her family in the fear of the Lord, and in plainnefs of Speech and apparel ; being indeed a mother in Ifrael. " We fervently defire that the great Lord of the harveft, may be pleafed to continue to his church and people, a living miniftry ; and that many may be made willing to run his errands and be Serviceable in his hand, as was this our worthy friend, who departed this life, the 26th of the Seventh month 1762, aged about Seventy- Six years." AN EARLY ACCOUNT OF COLONIAL LIFE The following notice of the early settlement of Burlington by the English, commu- nicated to the Historical Society of Pennsylvania by John F. Watson, was copied from the original autograph of Mrs. Mary Smith, a Friend, who arrived with the primitive colonists, when she was only four years of age : Robert Murfin and Ann his wife, living in Nottingshamshire, England, had one daughter born there in the year 1674, the 24th of the 2d month, named Mary, (the writer of this account, who married the first Daniel Smith of Burlington). After that they had a son called Robert. [Born 3rd mo. 24th, 1676.] Some time after it came in their minds to move themselves and family into West Jersey in America ; and in order thereto, they went to Hull and pro- vided provisions suitable for their necessary occasion, — such as fine flour, butter, cheese, with other suitable commodities in good store ; then took their passage in the good ship, the Shield of Stockton, with Mahlon Stacy, Thomas Lambert, and many more families of good repute and worth ; and in the voyage there were two died and two born ; so that they landed as many as they took on board. And after about sixteen weeks sailing or on board, they arrived at Burlington in the year 1678; this being the first ship that ever was known to come so high up the Delaware River. Then they landed and made some such dwellings as they could for the present time ; — some in caves, and others in palisade-houses secured. With that, the Indians, very numerous, but very civil, for the most part, brought corn and venison, and sold the English for such things as they needed; so that the said English had some new supply to help their old stock, which may well be attributed to the good hand of Providence, so to preserve and pro- vide in such a wildnerness. 184 GENEALOGY OF THE I may not omit some English that came the year before, which landed lower down the river, and were gotten to Burlington, who came in some small vessels To Burlington before us, — and was consented to by the Indians. The first comers, with the others that came near that time, made an agreement with the Indians for their land, — being after this manner : — From the river to such and such creeks ; and was to be paid in goods, after this manner, say — so many match coats, guns, hatchets, hoes, kettles ; two full boxes, with other materials, all in number as agreed upon of both Indians and English. When these goods were gotten from England and the Indians paid, then the above-mentioned people surrendered some part of the land to settle themselves near the river — for they did not dare to go far from it at first. I must not forget, that these valiant subjects, both to God and their king, did buy their land in old England before they entered (upon this engagement,) and after all this, did submit themselves to mean living, taking it with thankfulness, mean and coarse; as pounding Indian corn one day for the next day ; for there was no mill, except some few steed- mills, and (we) thought so well of this kind of hard living, that I never heard them say, ' I would I had never come ! ' which is worth observing, considering how plentifully they lived in England. It seems no other than the hand of God, so to send them to prepare a place for the future genera- tions. I wish they that come after may consider these things, and not be like the children of Israel after they were settled in the land of Canaan, forgetting the God of their fathers and following their own vanities ; and so bring displeasure, instead of the blessings of God, upon themselves ; which fall and loss will be very great on all such. Now to return to Robert Murfin and his wife ; after they came into this land, they had one son called John [born 1679] ; and in the year 1681, they had another son called William ; and in the year 1684, they had a daughter called Johannah. Robert and John died young [1686]. It may be observed how God's providence made room for us in a won- derful manner in taking away the Indians. There came a distemper among them so mortal that they could not bury all the dead. Others went away, leaving their town. It was said that an old Indian king spoke prophet- ically before his death and said, " the English should increase and the Indians decrease." Mary Murfin and Daniel Smith were married 5th mo. 2nd, 1695, at the house of Francis Davenport. WARMING PAN, SEVENTEENTH CENTURY DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 185 16— MATHEW ALLEN, JR. (Thomas, 1 ; Rachel, 4). b. 8th mo. 23rd, 1688. m. 1711, Grace Jones, daughter of John and Rebecca Jones of Pennsylvania. Sheb. 7th mo. 12th, 1693. 63— MATHEW ALLEN, 3RD m. 1737, Martha Stokes, daughter of Joseph and Judith Stokes (Haddonfield Meeting record) . d. about 1760. 64— JOHN ALLEN m. March 26th, 1744, Mary Butcher (Christ Church record), d. about 1753. 64a— WILLIAM ALLEN m. 1st mo. 1745/6, Judith Stokes, daughter of Joseph Stokes (Haddonfield Meeting record). MEETING RECORDS Haddonfield Monthly Meeting Minutes: 14th of 3 Mo. 1711 Matthew Allin signified his intention of taking a young woman to wife which is a liver in Pensilvania and desired a certificate. 13th of 6 Mo. 1711 Certificate granted to Matthew Allin in order for marriage. Abington Monthly Meeting Minutes: Mo-Meeting y" 27 : 6 m° 1711 Whereas Mathew Allen of West Jerlie & Grace Jones having declared their Intentions of Marriage with each other before two Mo-Meetings Enquiry being made by perfons appointed found Clear from all others on y" account of Marriage Did accamplish their Marriage in y® Unity of Friends as is Signified by their Marriage Certificate. "TO BE SOLD" " A plantation, lying on Rancokus Creek, in Burlington Co, West Jersey, betwixt the New Ferry and the Mouth of the said creek, containing 400 acres, SO Acres whereof being banked Meadow, Part improved, and Part to clear. The said Plantation hath on it a good Dwelling-house, Kitchen and Draw well. Orchard, and cleared Upland for a Settlement, about 50 acres, Any Person inclining to purchas the same, may see the land, and Con- veniences, and know the Terms and Title, by applying to Matthew Allen, living on the Premises." From "Pennsylvania Gazette," Feb. 1st, 1759. 186 GENEALOGY OF THE Mathew Allen, 3rd [63] had daughter, Grace, born 10th mo. 6th, 1741; married, first, 3rd mo. 17th, 1763, Ner. Eayre, son of Richard Eayre ; married, second, 1767, William Rogers, Jr., son of William Rogers. Also son, Enoch, who married 12th mo. 1st, 1774, Hannah Collins of Waterford Township, Gloucester Co., N. J., daughter of Samuel Collins (Haddonfield Meeting records). There is reason to believe that he also had sons Mathew, Anthony and Joseph, concerning whom detailed records are not available. 17— MERCY ALLEN (Thomas, 1; Rachel, 4). b. 1st mo. 13th, 1692. d. 2nd mo. 17th, 1754. m. First, 1710, Thomas Middleton, Jr., son of Thomas Middleton of Springfield Township, Burlington Co., N. J. He d. 1724. m. Second, 10th mo. 2nd, 1730, John Hugg, Jr., son of John Hugg of Gloucester Co., N. J. He d. 1730. m. Third, 2nd mo. 19th, 1732, Thomas Lippin- cott, son of Freedom Lippincott of Willing- borough Township, Burlington Co., N. J. He b. 10th mo. 28th, 1686. d. 9th mo. 5th, 1757. 65— THOMAS MIDDLETOX, 3RD 66— MATHEW MIDDLETON 67— HUGH MIDDLETON 68— HANNAH MIDDLETOX m. 1727, at Chesterfield Meeting, James Clark son of Benjamin Clark of Stony Brook, N. J. 69— REBECCA MIDDLETON 70— RACHEL MIDDLETON DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 187 THOMAS MIDDLETON, JR. Thomas Middleton, Jr., who married Mercy Allen, was the eldest son of Thomas Middleton, who came from England about 1700 and settled upon a farm in Springfield Township, Burlington County, N. J., where he died in 1704, leaving five children, Thomas, John, Nathan, Naomi and Eliza- beth. The first named bought a house and lot in Burlington, on High Street, where he conducted business for himself during the next ten 3^ears after his marriage and until his health failed. During this time he bought additional property. Under his will his estate was left to the care of his widow and brother John, with special regard for the proper education and training of his six children. His brother John, through industry and econ- omy, became possessed of considerable property. The descendants of both have been numbered among the most respectable and useful citizens of Bur- lington County. MEETING RECORDS Haddonfield Month!}- Meeting Minutes : Att A m°ly m*g of women friends held at Newton y"' 13'" of 1^' mo. 1709/10 At s** m'g Tho. Midleton & Marcy AUin declard y^ intentions of mg y^ first time Esther Adams & Mary Hooten are o'"d'"d to make y* ufual inquiry to return y"" ace' to next m'g. Att A m°ly m'g of women friends held at Newton y" 8"" of 3 mo 1710 Tho Midleton & Mercy Allin signified y* continuation of y'' intentions of m'"g, consent of parents apearing & return of inquiers clear y* m*g confents to y* accomplifhm' of y"" s** m'"g according to y* good o''d'' amongst friends Est^'d so. SUMMARY OF WILL OF THOMAS MIDDLETON, JR., 1724 Thomas Middleton, Burlington Town & Co., N. J., Taj'lor, " weak ". Date, 2 mo (Aperill) 23rd, 1724 Proved, August 10- 1724 Wife Mercy Rest of my estate to bring up children Children, eldest son, Thomas £25 ) , ,, . , „ , ,, , „.^ ' to be put to traides at suit- second son, Mathew £20 - , , TT , ^'.^ ^ ^ble age. youngest son, Hugh £20 j eldest daughter, Hannah £15 ) these legacies to be paid to second daughter, Rebeckah £15 - my sons when 21, to my youngest daughter, Rachall £15 i daughters when 18. Executors — Wife Mercy Brother John Middleton 188 GENEALOGY OF THE " I give my Executors full authority to sell my lott and dwelling-house in y" Town of Burlington and my 20 acres of Town Bound Land purchased of Sam" Meriott" &c. Witnesses John Smith W"' Collum Tho: Scattergood w'/'c^* A True and Parfect Inventory of all and Singular the Goods and Chattils of Rights and Creaditts of Thomas Middleton of the Town of Burlington in the Prouence of Weft New Jarfey Taylor, Late Deceafed Taken at his houfe In Burlington aboue Said by Jonathan Louitt and Isaac Pearfon of the Same place, as far forth as Came to our Ands and Knowl- edge, Which is as ffolloweth ; Total £82—14 5 The above Inventory taken by us the 22 Day of July 1724 Ifaac Pearfon Jonathan Lovett JOHN HUGG, JR. In the early settlement of New Jersey the Hugg family had large landed possessions in Gloucester County, owning plantations along Timber Creek, where the Irish immigrant, John Hugg, who had suffered imprisonment as a Friend, located in 1683. He died in 1706, leaving two sons, John and Elias, both of whom became prominent and influential citizens of the same neighborhood. John, Jr., in 1688, married Priscilla, daughter of Francis Collins, by whom he had nine children, four daughters and five sons. His wife having died, he married Elizabeth Newbie, daughter of Mark Newbie, the Irish pioneer, in 1714. He was active in public life. For six years, from 1695, he was one of the judges of Gloucester County. For twelve years, from 1718 to 1730, he was a member of the Executive Council, serving acceptably under Governors Hunter, Burnet and Montgomerie. From 1726 to 1730 he was sheriff of Gloucester County. He served as one of the com- missioners to remove and locate the Indians, and performed this delicate duty with tact and success. He sold the Swedish settlement near the mouth of Raccoon Creek the ground for a church, the successor of which is the present Trinity Episcopal Church, at Swedesboro, erected in 1785. Late DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 189 in the winter of 1730-1, shortly after his marriage to Mercy Middleton, he met with an almost tragic deatli. Riding from home in the morning, he was apparently taken ill about a mile from his house. Alighting from his horse, he spread his cloak on the ground to lie down on, and having put his gloves under the saddle girth and his whip through one of the rings, he turned the animal loose, which going home, put the family upon search, when he was found, speechless. They carried him to his house and he died that evening. Attempts to do violence to rulers always were severely condemned by the Quaker settlers in America. Upon one occasion, in 1697, the Quaker mem- bers of the Assembly of West Jersey and other leading citizens set forth their renewed loyalty to King William. Among the signers whose names were attached to this quaint paper were Francis Davenport, Thos. Gardiner, John Hugg, John Hugg, Jr., John Woolston, Mahlon Stacy and nearly two score others. This extraordinary " agreement to uphold the interests of the King" reads as follows: Wee the Subscribers to this present Instrument (being vnder y* Denomi- nation of Quakers) haveing vnderstood, that a Horrid Plott, and Con- spiracy, hath been contrived against ye person and Government of King William y® third, over England in twelve months after my decease Mary £75 j Grandchildren Mary Wills £25 ^ Hope Wills £25 v in twelve months after my decease Meribah Ruddero £10 ^ Daniel Wills £20 when of age Phebe Lippincott, daughter of deceased son Thomas £100 when sixteen ■J daughters of my deceased daughter Pa- Hannah Andrews I . . , , „,_ , . , ^ . , V tience Andrews, each £25 when eighteen Pheby Andrews i . , J or married. Daughter-in-law Rebecca Middleton £15 for services done for me. Executors — Sons Nathaniel Lippincott Isaac Lippincott y^^/^^^^'^^^^^'i^^ (XTii- Witnesses — Arthur Borradail John Matlack Samuel Atkinson Inventory taken September 24, 1757 Josa. Humphris John Cox £568—0—6 Appraisers 198 GENEALOGY OF THE IS— MARY ALLEN (Thomas, 1; Rachel, 4). b. 8th mo. 23rd, 1695. m. First, J arves Stockdell. He d. October, 1726. m. Second, 5th mo. 15th, 1741, John Mickle of " Glosester Co." ; at house of Hugh Sharp in Willingborough Township, Burlington Co., N.J. He d. 1744. 71— RUTH STOCKDELL m. December 31st, 1735, John Small. 72— HANNAH STOCKDELL b. 1718. m. 1743, John Stokes, Jr. 73— DARKES STOCKDELL 74— RACHEL STOCKDELL m. 1739, William Wood. 75- PRUDENCE STOCKDELL . JARVES STOCKDELL Among the younger men active in Friends' Society of his time, Jarves Stockdell held a leading place. He is supposed to have been the son of William Stockdale, a noted citizen of Pennsylvania, who Avas for a time a member of the Assembly, and also a minister in the Society of Friends. Jarves Stockdell resided in Evesham Township and frequently represented at superior meetings the meeting early established in that township. In Haddonfield Quarterly minutes he is referred to as "a lively minister and exemplary in his deportment." His marriage with the step-daughter of Hugh Sharp brought him into relationship with an influential family. By his will proved October 27th, 1726, he bequeathed "unto my Dear and Loueing Wife Mary Stocdell all my Land and Plantation I now live upon with all my Improuments and alfo to my Trusty & Well beloued fifather-in- Law Hugh Sharp alfo all that my Land and plantation with the Improv- ments to them and their heirs for Ever and to Sell all or part of the same for the ufefs hereafter meneced." His movable estate was given to his wife, she to pay his just debts, and the rest for bringing up the children and paying legacies, each daughter to receive twenty pounds. The personal DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 199 inventory included " a prentes boy and two bound servant boys." He de- parted this life at a comparatively early age, highly regarded throughout a large circle. In Thomas Chalkley's "Journal" we find the following: " First day morning (7 mo. 1726) I went to Evesham, New Jersey, to the burial of our serviceable friend Jervice Stockdale ; he being in good esteem there was much people. The meeting was in a good tender frame and continued several hours in which divers testimonies were delivered, in order to stir up people to truth and righteousness and godly living that they might die well." JoATH^k^JC SIGNATURE TO WILL, 1 726 This name is variously spelled in different records; herein the clearly defined autograph of Jarves Stockdell is followed. INVENTORY OF THE ESTATE OF JARVES STOCKDELL, 1726 October 14'" 1726 A true Inventory of the Goods and Chattells of Garues Stockdel late of Euefham in y"* County of Burlington in Weft Jerfy deed as followeth £ S d to Purf s & Apparel 1 5 — 6 — 5 to Cow kine one pare of oxen one Bull in all 16 34 — — to Horfs 3 & one mare 16 — — to IS Sheep 04 — 0— to 35 hogs and Shoots 11 — 15 — to Corn in y^ Stack wheat & Ryy 03—00—00 to Corn in y* ground 02—10—00 to 2 Loomes and Taklen with warping Bars and 2 Weels 11 — 03 — 06 to Ingen Corn 05—00—00 to y^ Beft Bed and furniture 10—00—00 to two Beds more and furniture 06 — 00 — 00 to two lorn pots one brace Cettel some puter fire shouel .... 01 — 18 — 00 to one Cheft one Box Six chairs a Remnant of new Cloth... 02 — 00 — 00 to one mans Sadel one wooman fadel woofted & wooU & bridels 04 — 10 — 00 to milk vefells and Chees 04 — 00-00 to A Cart & plow & other working Tools 06—00—00 to one Tabel one Dow trouff & other Lumber 01 — 10 — 00 to one Bibel one Littel wheel and other things 01 — 10 — 00 to one prentes Boy and two bound Saruants Boys 15 — 00 — 00 to ftacks of hay in y^ Meddow 10-00 — 00 165—02—11 200 GENEALOGY OF THE Pro : New Jersey fs This Twenty first day of October Anno : Dom : one thousand Seven hundred and Twenty Six pfonally came and appeared before me Samuel Bustill D. Surrogate and Register of the Weftern Division of the province of New Jersey, Mary Stockdell and Hugh Sharp the Executrix & Executor of the laft Will and Testament of Jarves Stockdell dece'' they being of the people called Quakers, On their Solemn affirmation according to Law do declare Testifie and affirm that the above written containf a True and perfect Inventory of all and Singular the Goods Chattels and Credits of the said Deceased, So far forth as hath come to their knowledge pofsefsion or view or to the view, pofsefsion or knowledge of any other pfon for their ufe and that they brough every thing to the view of the appraisers. Affirmed her Coram me Mary m Stockdell Sam' Bustill mark Hugh Sharp JOHN MICKLE John Mickle, who married Mary (Allen) Stockdell, in 1741, was a grand- son of the progenitor of his family in America, Archibald Mickle, an Irish Quaker, who arrived in Philadelphia in 1682, and later located in Newton Township, Gloucester County, West Jersey, and who had ten children. John Mickle became a prosperous pioneer farmer and large land owner and his will, proved December 13, 1744, shows an estate of considerable size for those days, including several houses, over 600 acres of land, half a dozen negroes, who were to be freed at forty years of age ; and other personal property. His wife Mary was given " One hundred pounds and all that was hers before marriage, in lieu of dower." His landed estate was divided among his children by a former marriage, sons William, John and Samuel, daughter Hannah Ladd and grandson John, with ten pounds each to two other grand children. His inventory showed personal property to the amount of six hundred and twenty-three pounds. SIGNATURE TO WILL, 1 744 SYCAMORE AND WALNUT TREES, GLOUCESTER, N. J., OVER 250 YEARS OLD Under these trees members of tlie Council of Proprietors for Gloucester County have met annually since organization in 1687. Owing to decay, the sycamore tree was removed in 1906. DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 201 20— HANNAH SHARP (Thomas, 1; Rachel, 4). b. about 1707. d. 1770. m. 8th mo. 29th, 1724, John Breintnall, son of David and Jane (Blanchard) Breintnall of Philadelphia. He d. 1747. 76— RACHEL BREINTNALL m. 9th mo. 26th, 1747, Jonathan Lewis. 77— REBECCA BREINTNALL m. July 5th, 1751, Edward Weyman. 78— ELIZABETH BREINTNALL m. Ackley. 79— MARTHA BREINTNALL m. May 11th, 1752, James Lowther. 80— LETITIA BREINTNALL m. Tillyer. 81— HANNAH BREINTNALL m. Mihier. Jane Blanchard, born in England in 1656, came to Philadelphia in 1682, and m. 10th mo. 6th, 1683, David Breintnall. She became a member of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting of Friends, being particularly active in the affairs of discipline. She was spoken of in the records of the time as an "improving woman." About 1700 she began a ministry which was continued until a short time before her death, 6th mo. 25th, 1725. David Breintnall d. about 1730. Their son, John Breintnall, m. first, 1717, Susannah Shoe- maker, daughter of Jacob and Margaret Shoemaker. Susannah d. 1719 and left two children, David and Mary. Mary Breintnall m. 1742, Thomas Kite; they had children: Susannah, m. John Burden; Deborah, m. Stephen Phipps ; Joseph, m. 1784, Susannah Letchworth ; John ; Benjamin, m. Rebecca Walton ; Elizabeth, m. John Letchworth. John Breintnall m., second, Hannah Sharp [20]. WILL OF JOHN BREINTNALL, 1747 I John Breintnall of the City of Philadelphia being weak of Body but through the Goodness of God of sound mind and memory do make Pub- lish and declare this my Last Will and Testament in manner following That is to say First I give devise and bequeath to my six youngest Daughters viz Rachel, Rebekah, Elizabeth, Martha, Letitia and Hannah Forty Foot apiece ffronting the alley lying — Between me and Joseph Howell and to Extend from the said alley the utmost extent of my Ground Westward To hold to them my said Daughters severally and respectively their Heirs and afsigns forever and my mind is that the youngest of my Daughters allot- ment shall be the remotest from Chestnut Street and the next youngest allotment next the youngest and So in that Order according to Each Daughters age the minor Daughters being remotest from the street As 202 GENEALOGYOFTHE concerning my Eldest Son David Brintnall towards whom I have here- tofore acted the Part of a Tender ffather I do hereby give unto him the sum of one Shilling and no more in full of his part of my Estate And as for and concerning all the rest and residue of my Mefsuage Lot Tene- ments & Hereditamts with Appurtenances Goods Chattels Effects and Estate Real and Personal whatsoever or wheresoever I do give devise and bequeath the same unto my Dear and Loving Wife Hannah Breintnall in ffee simple she paying my just Debts and ifuneral Expenses — I do think my mefsuage with the Ground & appurtenances in the pofsefsion of Joseph Styles my under tenant the most saleable and fittest for my Wife to part with. There- fore I recommend it as most proper to be sold (if need be) before any other part of my Estate and I do Nominate her my said Dear wife Hannah Breintnall to be the sole Executrix of this my Last Will and Testament and I do request my Loving ifriend Joseph Scattergood of Burlington in West New Jersey to afsift my said Executrix with his Council as she shall have occasion — And I do declare this my Last Will and Testament hereby revoking all others in Witnefs whereof I the said John Breintnall have set my Hand and seal hereunto the fifth Day of June in the yeare One Thousand seven hundred and fortv seven. &c^^v/ncc/^ Signed sealed Published «S; Declared by the above named John Breintnall for his Last Will and Testament in the presence of us who have hereunto subscribed our names in his presence and at his request — Plunkit Fleefon Anthony Benezet & William Saver}' Approved July 1, 1747 SUMMARY OF INVENTORY OF THE ESTATE OF JOHN BREINTNALL. Wearing Apparrell & Watch 22 " " Shop Goods LSI " 8 '• Cash 14 " » Household Goods 198 " 15 " In the Store 13 " " In the Yard 23 " " the lease of the Pasture Ground 30 " " the 2 Houses & Lotts 800 " " £1282^' 3 " Plunket Freefon Joseph Howell > Appraisers, Aug. 6"' 1747 P>enj'' Peters ) DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 203 The will of Hannah Breintnall, dated June 24th, 1769, and proved August 27th, 1770, provided for the sale of her " messuage lands &c. in Pennsylvania " and the distribution of the money arising therefrom in six equal parts to her daughters, Rachel Lewis, Rebecca Weymer, Elizabeth Ackley, Martha Lowther, " Laetitia Tillier," and " Anne Milnor." In the case of Elizabeth Ackley it was specially directed that her share of the estate should be held in trust for her during her husband's life, and at her death to go to her children, sons when 21, daughters when 18. " Friend Thomas Say of Phila- delphia," Executor. 21— REBECCA SHARP (Thomas, 1; Rachel, 4). 111. First, 2nd mo. 26th, 1727, William Coate, sou of Marmaduke and Ann (Pole) Coate. He d. 1749. m. Second, 1754, Joseph Lippmcott. He d. 1779. She d. 1781. 82— ANNA COATE m. Samuel Atkinson. 83— MARMADUKE COATE m. 1747, Sarah Matthis 84— WILLIAM COATE, JR. 85— ISRAEL COATE 86— BARZILLAI COATE m. 4th mo. 13th, 1768, Elizabeth Stokes. 87— HANNAH COATE m. 10th mo. 24th, 1751, William West of Mount Holly, N. J. 88— RACHEL COATE b. 3rd mo. 12th, 1737. d. 6th mo. nth, 1797 m. 1770, Joseph Burr of Hanover Township, Burlington Co., N. J. 89— MARY COATE b. 3rd mo. 16th, 1739 m. 1761, Joseph Ridgway. 90— BEULAH COATE m. 3rd mo. 30th, 1763, John Ridgway. 91— EDITH COATE 204 GENEALOGY OF THE 22— ELIZABETH FRENCH (Thomas, 1; Richard, 5). b. 1694. m. William Scholey, son of Robert and Sarah Scholey. 92— ROBERT SCHOLEY b. 6th mo. 9th, 1718. 93— SARAH SCHOLEY b. 10th mo. 4th, 1720. 94— RICHARD SCHOLEY b. 1st mo. 22nd, 1723/4. 95— THOMAS SCHOLEY b. 3rd mo. 10th, 1725. The Scholey family, from Yorkshire, England, were among the earliest settlers of Pennsylvania and New Jersey. They were noted as prosperous and influential citizens, large land owners, active in business and religious affairs. Thomas and Robert were among the company of home seekers who settled in the vicinity of Burlington, 1677 and 1678; Thomas coming in the flie-boat "Martha," and Robert in the "Shield." About 1679, a large tract of land was taken up on the west side of the Delaware, near the falls (later the township of Falls, Bucks Co., Pa.), and the settlement named Crewcorne, after a town in Somersetshire, Eng. Thomas and Robert Scholey held several hundred acres. Pioneer troubles came quickly, and on April 12, 1680, an earnest petition was addressed to Governor Andros, Thomas and Robert being among the signers, asking that the inhabitants of the little colony be protected from the peril and suffering resulting from the sale of liquor to the Indians. Apparently more favorably impressed with the opportunities of West Jersey, Thomas and Robert Scholey located between 1680 and 1685 in Burlington County, where they bought several large tracts in Mansfield, Spring- field and Chesterfield townships. A minute of Chesterfield Mo. Meeting, 7th mo. 2nd, 1686, shows the kindly sentiment of the community: "Whereas this Meeting is made Aquainted that Robert Scholey hath Sustained A Great Loss By the fire Burning of his Corne and Hay, hath thought fitt to make Enquierry how it is With him, and hath ordered Thomas Lambert and Mahlon Stacey to Goe And Speake With him and Give their Reports to the Next monthly Meeting." That Robert, Thomas and John Scholey — the latter coming from England about 1680 — were valued citizens is shown by the court records of the time, wherein they appear as co-executors, appraisers of estates, witnesses of property transfers, etc. Robert served as constable of Yorkshire tenth, 1682. Thomas Scholey, as a contemporary of Richard French [5] in Chesterfield Meeting, was a frequent representative to quarterly meeting and served on important committees. Robert Scholey was buried " at the ffalls the 25th day of the 1 mo. 1689." His widow, Sarah Wheatly, having married Caleb Wheatly in 1696, died 14th day of 1st month, 1714/15, "and was buried at ffriends burying ground at the ffalls." 23— RICHARD FRENCH, JR. (Thomas, 1; Richard, 5). b. 8th mo. 20th, 1696. m. Rachel . 96— RACHEL FRENCH b. 11th mo. 12th, 1722. DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 205 25— MARY FRENCH (Thomas, 1; Richard, 5). m. 8th mo. 15th, 1724, Preserve Brown, Jr., son of Preserve and Mary Brown of Mansfield, Burlington Co., N. J. buried 6th mo. 18th, 1746, in Friends' Burying Ground, Fourth and Arch Sts., Philadelphia. He m. Second, 8th mo. 21st, 1747, Mary Sykes, daughter of John and Joanna Sykes of Ches- terfield Township, Burlington Co., N. J. She b. 9th mo. 3rd, 1707. d. 1783. He d. 5th mo. 23rd, 1760. Children of Preserve and Mary (French) Brown. 97— PRESERVE BROWN, 3RD b. 6th mo. 26th, 1729. d. 9th mo. 1st, 1758. m. October 2nd, 1748, Elizabeth Till (Christ Church record, Philada.). 98— RICHARD BROWN b. 11th mo. 10th, 1732. m. 5th mo. 15th, 1755, Sarah Taylor of Ches- terfield Township, Burlington Co., N. J. 99— MARY BROWN b. 3rd mo. 10th, 1735. m. 8th mo. 12th, 1756, John Jones, Jr., son of John and Mary (Doughty) Jones of Philadelphia. 100— SARAH BROWN b. 10th mo. 2nd, 1737. m. 11th mo. 11th, 1756, Joseph Scholey. 101— WILLIAM BROWN b. 1st mo. 3rd, 1740/1. m. 1762, Rebecca Jones, daughter of John and Mary (Doughty) Jones of Philadel- phia. 102— ABIAH BROWN b. 9th mo. 2Sth, 1743. m. March 12th, 1765, Margaret Sharp. John Jones, son of Edward Jones, " of Merion, Philadelphia County, province of Pennsylvania, Chyrurgion," and Mary Doughty, daughter of Jacob Doughty, of Cross- wicks, Burlington Co., N. J., were married 12th day of 9th mo., 1717. 206 GENEALOGY OF THE PRESERVE BROWN, JR. In the year 1710, Preserve Brown, Sr., removed from Chesterfield Monthly Meeting to Burlington Monthly Meeting, residing at Mansfield, a few miles from Bordentown, N, J. About this time there lived in that vicinity four persons bearing the quaint names. Preserve Brown, Safety Borden, Safety Magee and Hananiah Gaunt. Preserve Brown and his wife were highly esteemed and regarded as " valuable Friends." At his death he was buried in Friends' Burying Ground, located on what is now Prince Street, near Church Street, Bordentown. As a mark of special honor and respect the Friends erected to his memory a tombstone bearing the inscription : " In Memory of Preserve Brown who died the 26 day of the 4 month 1744 Aged 65 }-ears " This solitary tombstone, in the northwest corner of the grounds, is at the present time (1907) in a good state of preservation. It is of blue marble, about two feet high, with top scrolled in the usual style of that day, and is one of the oldest tombstones to be found in any Friends' burying ground in New Jersey. Tombstones were rarely erected by Friends at so early a date. When John Montgomerie was appointed Governor of New Jersey, 1728, the Grand Jury addressed the King a congratulatory message of a somewhat fervid character, rejoicing in the " daily accessions to Your Glory," promis- ing faithful adherence, etc. Preserve Brown was one of the signers, with a nimiber of other Quakers, who added a line, saying : " We agree to the matter and Substance of this Address but make some exceptions to the Stile." From this unique paper we quote : " We cant without a rapture of thankfulness, recount our obligation to Your Majestic, for Your Parental care of Your People in this Distant CoUonie. "... We Shall not Tresspass farther upon Your Royal Patience, but shall offer up our fervent prayers to the King of Kings, that he will please to direct Your Majesty by his unerring wisdom, & always encline Your heart to his Glory & Encompass Your Sacred Person with his Favour as with a Shield, & make }-our Government an universal blessing to all Your Dominions." H O ca X H O 5? = ^ ~ 3 X o o CO o 6 2 DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 207 Preserve Brown and his wife Mary gave careful attention to the rearing of their son, Preserve Brown, Jr. We are told: "He was trained in the nurture and admonition of the Lord and the good effect thereof seems to have been very apparent. He was diligent in attendance upon all religious duties, was exemplary in plainness, both of speech and apparel, and of a kind and hospitable disposition." He took an active part in the building of the Friends' meeting house at Bordentown, in 1738-1741, serving on several committees in connection therewith. With Colin Campbell, Thomas Scattergood, Abraham Hewlings, Daniel Smith, Sr., Joshua Raper, Thomas Wetherill, Sr., Joseph Hollinshead, William Buckley, Thomas Mariott, William Black, William Hewlings, Samuel Black, and a number of other prominent and public-spirited citizens, he became a charter member of an organization which had for its object the purchasing and " Collection of useful Books, in order to erect a Library, for the advancement of knowledge and Literature in the City of Burlington." This library, thus founded in 1758, has continued to this day one of the notable institutions of its kind in New Jersey. In 1741, Preserve Brown, Jr., was appointed overseer of the poor in Chesterfield Township, a position his charitable disposition well fitted him to fill. In 1743 he was elected surveyor of highways. He was a large landholder, owning many hundred acres in the vicinity of Sand Hills. He built and operated Laurie's grist mill, on Doctor's Creek, and was a very active and successful business man. In the fall of 1745 he removed with his family to Philadelphia, where he engaged in the brewing business, near Second and Vine Streets. In the summer of 1 746 his wife, Mary French, died and was buried in Friends' Burying Ground, Fourth and Arch Streets. In the latter part of 1749 (11 mo. 9th) a great fire destroyed his brew house. This was a misfortune he could ill bear at that time. A subscrip- tion in his behalf was started by Israel Pemberton and his son Israel, they subscribing fifty-five pounds. John Smith, who married Hannah Logan, carried the paper around and secured altogether about two hundred pounds. In his diary he says: " I met with some very free to give and others very skillful in distinctions to excuse themselves." In 1751, Preserve Brown, Jr., again took up his residence in Burlington County, New Jersey, continuing until his death, in 1760, an active and relia- ble member of Chesterfield Meeting. He was elder and clerk of the meet- ing for many years and a frequent representative at Quarterly Meeting. An 208 GENEALOGY OF THE entry in the Chesterfield mmutes, 6 mo. 1st, 1758, refers to his desiring to be " Excused from being Clark of this Meeting on account of his Hardnefs of hearing." On the inside of front cover of 2nd book of Chesterfield Monthly Meeting Minutes is written : " Preferve Brown recorded 1 1 1 pages." That this worthy Friend was successful in business is shown by his will and inventory of his personal estate, reciting property upwards of $15,000 in value and about the same amount due on book and bond accounts. In the issue of June 26th, 1760, of the " Pennsylvania Gazette," appeared the fol- lowing advertisement : All Persons indebted to the Estate of Preserve Brown, late of Nottingham, in West-New-Jersey, deceased, are desired to pay, and those who have any Demands, against said Estate, are desired to bring in their Accounts, that they may be adjusted and paid by Richard Brown, at the late Dwelling- House of said Preserve Brown, and John Jones, of Phila, Executors. To be sold, a convenient Malt and Brew-house, situate in the Northern Liberties, between Second and Third-Streets, just above Vine-Street; for Title and Terms of Sale enquire of said Executors. Three of Preserve Brown's sons became men of note in their time. Rich- ard Brown, like his father, was a miller, and at one time owned Wain's mills, Crosswicks, N. J. During the Revolution he embarked extensively in the production of salt, but the venture proved a losing one. William Brown became a leading shipping merchant of Philadelphia, but lost all during the Revolution by the capture of his ships. Later he established a large biscuit bakery and his product became very popular with ship captains. Upon his death his brand sold for five hundred dollars. For refusing to take off his hat to the crown he was the victim of a sword blow upon the head by a reckless British soldier, from which he never recovered. He was known as the " honest Quaker " and was highly esteemed throughout the community. He gave freely to charitable objects and was a zealous member of Friends' Meeting. Abia Brown became possessed, through inheritance from his father, of an extensive mill property in Nottingham Township, Burlington County, which he sold, in 1768, to Robert Lewis, of Philadelphia, for about 1,000 pounds. In this deed of transfer he is referred to as " Ironmaster." After removing to Sussex County, he became quite prominent in public affairs and sat in the Provincial Congress of New Jersey during the session at Trenton, 1775, and at New Brunswick, 1776. The "Pennsylvania Gazette," March 19, 1767, contained the following advertisement: DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 209 "TO BE SOLD BY THE SUBSCRIBER" A Valuable grist mill, with two pair of stones and three boulting cloths, and turning lathe, hoisting all by water, with a good two story dwelling house, four rooms on a floor, a cellar under the whole, with two Kitchens, and a well of good water at the door ; a good barn, stables, store-house, and smoak-house, with a good landing, and store house at the same, sufficient to contain 300 barrels of flour, where a shallop may load at the door, that can carry 200 barrels of flour ; also a small dwelling-house for the miller, and spring-house, and cooper's shop, with about 100 acres of land, one half of the same meadow, and the remainder fit for the plough, and in fence. It is pleasantly situated on the great road that leads from Trenton to Crosswicks and Allentown, and on the road that leads from Princetown to the above landing, on a constant stream of water, the whole in good repair, and in a public place for the business of Keeping Store, where there may be plenty of wheat had, it being two miles from Cross- wicks, 6 from Trenton, 12 from Princetown, 6 from Allentown, and 3 from Bordentown. Any person inclining to purchase the same, may apply to Joseph Scholey, living near the said premises, or to the subscriber, living at Sharp's iron works, in Sussex County, N. J. Abia Brown MEETING RECORDS Chesterfield Monthly Meeting Minutes : At a Monthly Meeting of Friends held at their Meeting Houfe in Ches- terfield the 3" of the 7 mo. 1724 Preserve Brown Jun'' & Mary French daughter of Richard French both belonging to this Meeting declared their intentions of taking each other in Marriage whereupon this meeting appoints our Friends John Warren & John Sykes to make enquiry of his clearnefs from all others on account of Marriage & of his conversation & make report to our next Monthly Meeting. At a Monthly Meeting of Friends held at their Meeting Houfe in Chesterfield the 1'* of the 8 mo. 1724 Preserve Brown Jun"" & Mary French Jun*" the second time declared their intentions of taking each other in Marriage & nothing appearing upon enquiry but that they are clear on that account & consent of parents being had This Meeting leaves them to their liberty to accomplish their said Marriage according to the good order ufed among Friends and appoint John Warren & John Sykes to make report to our next Meeting. At A Monthly Meeting of Friends held at their Meeting Houfe in Ches- terfield the 5*" of the 9 mo. 1724 Our Friends appointed at our laft Monthly Meeting to have the oversight at the two Marriages paft at our laft Monthly Meeting Give account that they saw nothing but all things were decently mannaged. 14 210 GENEALOGY OF THE MARRIAGE CERTIFICATE Whereas Preserve Brown Jun'' of Mansfield in the County of Burlington & Western division of New Jersey & Mary French daughter of Richard French of the same place having declared their Intentions of Marriage with eath other before Several Monthly Meetings of the people called Quakers at Chesterfield in the County of Burlington aforesaid According to the good order used among them whofe proceedings therein after a deliberate Con- sideration thereof & having consent of parents & relations concerned nothing appearing to obstruct were approved of by the said Meetings. Now thefe are to Certifie all whom it may concern that for the full accomplishing of their said Intentions this fifteenth day of the Eighth month in the Year of our Lord One Thousand Seven hundred & twenty four. They the said Preserve Brown Jun'' & Mary French appeared in a public Meeting of the said people & others at their public Meeting houfe in Chesterfield aforesaid. And the said Preserve Brown Jun*" taking the said Mary French by the hand did in a solemn manner openly declare that he took her to be his Wife promifsing through the Lords Afsistance to be unto her a loving & Faithful Husband until the Lord Should by death Separate them. And then & there in the said Afsembly the said Mary French did in like manner declare that She took the said Preserve Brown to be her husband, promifsing to be to him a faithful & loving Wife till it Should pleafe the Lord by death to Separate them. And Moreover the said Preferve Jun"" & Mary French (She according to the Custom of Marriage Afsuming the name of her husband) as a further Confirmation thereof did then & there to thefe prefents set their Hands. And we whose names are here-under Subscribed being among others present at the Solemnization of the said Marriage & Subscription in manner aforesaid as Witnefses there- unto have also to thefe prefents set our names the day & year above written 1724 Preserve Brown Jun"" Marv Brown W'" Scholey Joshua Shreeve The: French Jun'' Benj° Shreeve Jn° Abbott ]n° Sykes Jn" Black Ro: Stork W'" Murfin Jos : Recklefs Abra : Brown Jun"^ Rich"* Lawrence Tho : Newbould Tho : Johnson Eliz" Scholey Mercy King Sarah Murfin Mary Ellis Phebe Bunting Eliz" Tantum Jun'' Richard French Preserve Brown Harmenius King Tho : French Rich'' French Jun' Jn° King Jos: King Tho : King Fra : King Abra Brown DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 211 At a Meeting of P'riends held at their Meeting Houfe at Chesterfield Seventh of the 10"" 1738 Isaac Horner on behalf of Friends at Bordentown requefted Liberty to build a Meeting Houfe there which this Meeting agrees to & it is referred to the next Quarterly Meeting At a Meeting of Friends held at their Meeting Houfe at Chesterfield the 3'^ of 2'"" 1740 Thomas Potts Jun"" & Preserve Brown Jun"" to get a Deed for Joseph Borden for a piece of ground on the other side of the Street for a Meeting Houfe & to deliver up the old Deed for the other piece of ground. At a Meeting of Friends held at their Meeting Ploufe at Chesterfield (jth ^^ gn.o J74Q Preserve Brown Jun'' & Thomas Potts Jun"" have discharged their trust on account of the Land for a Meeting Houfe and Grave Yard at Borden- town. At a Meeting of Friends held at their Meeting Houfe at Chesterfield Friends allow the inhabitants at and near Bordentown to have a Meeting every First day for this winter quarter according to their request. Philadelphia Monthly Meeting Minutes : At a Monthly Meeting held in our Meeting House in Philadelphia the 29'" of the Ninth Month, 1745 Preserve Brown produced to this Meeting a Certificate for himself and Wife and son Preserve from Chesterfield Monthly Meeting in New Jersey, dated the 5'" Seventh Month last which was read and well received and sent to the Women Friends. From Monthly Meeting held at Chesterfield 7'" mo. 5'", 1745 To our Friends at their Monthly Meeting to be held at Philadelphia sendeth Greeting Dear friends these may acquaint you that our friend Preserve Brown being removed within the Compass of your Meeting hath requested a few lines by way of Certificate for himself his wife and son Preserve, enquiry having been made according to good order it appears they have been sober and orderl)' in their Conversation and Just in their dealings so recom- mending them to Divine protection and your Christian care desireing their growth and perseverance in y"* blessed Truth ' Isaac Hornor Signed in and by order of the said Meeting by W. Morris Providence Hewes Thos Wright and others 212 GENEALOGY OF THE At A Monthly Meeting of ffriends held in our Meeting House in Phila- delphia the 28*" day of Sixth Month 1747— Preserve Brown applied for a Certificate on Account of marriage to Chesterfield Monthly Meeting, which Israel Pemberton and John Smith are appointed after inquiry to prepare. At a Monthly Meeting held in our Meeting House in Philadelphia, the 25'" of 7 Month 1747 Certificate prepared for Preserve Brown to Chesterfield Monthly Meeting. From our monthly meeting held at Philadelphia the 25"' of the 7mo : 1747 To the monthly meeting of friends at Chesterfield in the County of Bur- lington Dear Friends The bearer hereof our Esteemed Friend Preserve Brown acquainted our last monthly meeting with his Intentions of Marriage with a friend belong- ing to your meeting and Requested a few lines from us on his behalf — This is therefore to Certify you that he is a person in unity with us, being of an Orderly Life and Conversation, and as far as we can find Clear from any person in relation to marriage Excepting with the person with whom he intends to appear at your meeting — We Recommended him to your Christian Care in the accomplishment of his said marriage and with the Salutation of Dear Love Remain Your Friends and Brethren Signed in and on behalf ) ^ , t^ , ^ik f" . , . ^ > Israel Pemberton C'"- of our said meeting By MARRIAGE CERTIFICATE Chesterfield Monthly Meeting Marriages, Book I. Whereas Preserve Brown of the City of Philad* in the province of Pensilvania, And Mary Sykes daughter of John Sykes of y" Township of Chesterfield in the County of Burlington & Western divifion of New Jersey, & Joanna Sykes his Wife Having declared their Intentions of Marriage with each other before Several Monthly Meetings of y" people called Quakers at their Meeting houfe in Chesterfield afores*" according to y* good order used among them whofe proceedings therein after a deliberate con- sideration thereof. And having confent of Parents & Relations concerned nothing appearing to obftruct, were approved of by y* said Meetings. DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 213 Now Thefe are to Certifie all whom it may concern that for the full accomplifhing of their s** Intentions this twenty firft day y^ eighth Month, in y'' year of our Lord One Thoufand Seven hundred & forty Seven They y^ said Preserve Brown & Mary Sykes appeared at a public Meeting of the said people & others at thier Meeting Houfe at Upper Springfield in y* County of Burlington & Western division of New Jersey afores'* And y* said Preserve Brown taking the said Mary Sykes by the hand did in a Solemn manner openly declare that he took her to be his Wife promifsing through the Lords afsiftance to be to her a loving & faithful Hufband until it Should pleafe the Lord by death to Separate them. And then & there in the s" afsembly the said Mary Sykes did in like manner declare that She took y*' s" Preserve Brown to be her hufband promifsing through the Lords afsistance to be to him a faithful & loving Wife until it Should pleafe y'^ Lord bj' death to Separate Them. And Moreover the s'' Preserve Brown & Mary Sykes (She according to y*" Custom of Marriage afsuming the name of her husband) as a further confirmation thereof did then & there to thefe p'^fents set their hands And we whofe names are hereunto Subfcribed being among others prefent at y^ Solemnization of y^ s** Mar- riage & Subfription in manner afores'' as Witnefses thereunto have also to thefe prefents set our hands y" day & year above written Preserve Brown Mary Brown Edith Newbold Francis Scholey Mary Wright Hannah Newbold Efther White Hannah Zane Sarah Newbold Anne Newbold Mary Black Rachel Scholey Rebecca Smith Michael Newbold Barzillai Newbold Benj* Shreve Tho : Boud W"': French Tho: Black Jn° Newbold Js : Decow Medius Jn° Scholey Sam' Black Sam' Pleafant Edw" Black Antho : Sykes Jn" Kirkbride J"" Anne Carlile Anne Brooks Sarah Dilwin John Sykes Joanna Sykes Jacob Andrews Sam' Sykes Jn" Kirkbride Jn° Brown Anne Andrews Rich'' Brown Joanna Sykes Kezia Shreve Rebecca Wright Rebecca Wright Sarah Brown Rachel Bowne Isabel Scholey Edw" Brooks Benj' Sykes Tho : Brown 214 GENEALOGY OF THE From Monthly Meeting at Chesterfield in the County of Burlington and Western Division of New Jersey 11"" mo. T*** 1747 To the Monthly Meeting of Friends at Philadelphia in the Province Pen- silvania with the Kind salutation of Love Dear friends Application hath been made to us for a Certificate on behalf of Our frd Mary (Sykes) Brown who is removed to live within the verge of your meeting These are to Certifie that from the report of the Enquirers appointed according to good order, her Conversation appears to be sober & orderly Diligent in attending our Meetings for Worship & is owned to be a member in unity with us so leaving her to the manifesta- tion of Truth & to her and your Godly & Christian care desireing her further Growth and perseverance in the blessed truth, We take leave and Subscribe ourselves vour friends Brethren & Sisters Signed in and on behalf of our said Meeting by Isaac Deacon Clk Alice Bunting Eleanor Hornor Joanna Sykes Elizabeth Walton and many others ANCESTRY OF MARY (SYKES) BROWN John Sykes and Joanna Murfin, daughter of Robert and Ann Murfin, were married "in a Meeting at their publick Meeting place in Chesterfield 8th Mo. (October) 19th, 1704." She was born Sth mo., 1684. John and Joanna Sykes were both acknowledged ministers among Friends. Their married life continued for a period of upwards of sixty-seven years. They had twelve children, ten of whom grew to maturity. John Sykes was the son of Samuel Sj'kes who with his wife and children and aged father, John Sykes, emigrated from Ashford-in-the-water, Derbyshire, England, and arrived at Burlington in 1683. Samuel Sykes and his brother Anthony were both early and promi- nent adherents of Quakerism in England, the latter becoming a minister. Anthony met an untimely death about 1678. John Sykes was born in 1682 and died 1771. He was survived by his wife Joanna, four daughters and three sons. His will, proved November 18th, 1771, showed him to be possessed of considerable property in Burlington and Hunterdon counties, N. J., which was divided among his wife and children. One of the bequests mentioned in the will was, " £5 towards inclosing the Lott of ground whereon Friends Meeting House stands in Bordentown." Joanna Sykes died at about ninety years of age. DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 215 MEETING RECORDS— CONTINUED Philadelphia Monthly Meeting Minutes : At A Monthly Meeting of Friends of Philadelphia held in our Meeting house in Philadelphia the 26'" day of Second Month 1751 Preserve Brown being about to return to reside within the Compafs of Chesterfield Monthly Meeting by a Friend requesting a Certificate for himself and Wife. At A Monthly Meeting of Friends of Philadelphia held in our Meeting house in Philadelphia the 3P' day of Third Month 1751 Certificate prepared and read for Preserve Brown and Wife to Chester- field Monthly Meeting. Chesterfield Monthly Meeting Minutes : At a Monthly Meeting of Friends at theire Meeting houfe in Chester- field held at y' 4th of 5 mo 1751 Preferve Brown Brought Into this Meeting a Certificate from Phila- delphia Monthlj' Meeting for himself and Wife Which was Read and Received At a Monthly Meeting of friends at theire Meeting houfe In Chefterfield y* 3* of 7'" 1755. Isaac Decow Declining to act as Clark any Longer Preferve brown is apointed to that Service. Att a monthly Meeting of Friends at theire Meeting houfe in Chefter- field the 1 of 6 mo. 1758 Preferve Brown defires to be Excufed from being Clark of this Meeting on account of his Hardnefs of hearing which the Meeting Concents to, And appoints Able Midleton Clark of the Meeting in his Sted. At Chesterfield Monthly Meeting 11 mo 2" 1758 Preserve Brown brought one Hundred & Fifty Books to this Meeting to be Distributed in y* particular Meetings belonging to this Meeting Intitled a Mite into the Treasury by David Hall. At Chesterfield Monthly Meeting 8 mo. 4'" 1763 The Friends appointed to prepare Memorials of such Ministers and Elders within the verge of this Meeting that had not been heretofore done, laid before this Meeting three, viz : one concerning our friend Isaac Horner, one for Sarah Murfin, one for Preserve Brown which was read and approved of. Philadelphia Monthly Meeting Minutes : At A Monthly Meeting of Friends of Philadelphia held in our Meeting house in Philadelphia the 31^* day of 1^* month 1749 Preserve Brown Jun"^ [97] produced paper acknowledging his breach of Discipline in Marriage desir'd to be continued under the Care of Friends which was read and remain for further Consideration. 216 GENEALOGY OF THE Chesterfield Monthly Meeting Minutes : At a Monthly Meeting of Friends at theire Meeting houfe in Chester- field held y° 6th of 6 mo 1754 Richard Brown [98] brought in a certificate from Philadelphia Monthly Meeting, which was Read and Accepted. 11 Mo 5th 17bl William [101] and Bia Brown [102] by Amos Mid- dleton Request Certificate of Removal to Philadelphia Monthly Meeting Timothy Abbot and the Clerk to inquire. 3rd of 12 Mo. 1761 Certificate granted to William and Abia Brown to Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. WILL OF PRESERVE BROWN, JR., 1759 It is to be Remembered that I Preserve Brown of Notingham in the County of Burlington & Province of New Jersey Shopkeeper Being in a declining state of helth. But of sound and Disposing Mind and Memory, and knowing the uncertainty of this Life, am Minded to Dispose of such Estate Reil & Personall whereof I may dye Possesed & sized ; do make this my last will & Testament in maner & forme following : That is to say first I Give & bequeth unto My Beloved Wife Mary and unto her heirs & asignes forever all that I had with her from her father or otherwise, or the valew thereof if any of the things should worne out, and the best horse I shall die Possesed of & the Riding Chear ; Also I Give & Bequeth to my said Wife the use of one half of the house. Mills, Stores Land & medow hereafter devised to my Son Abia to be Possesed & Injoyed by her so long as she continues my widow, which is intended and I hope she accepts Instead of her dower or thirds out of my Estate. Also I Give & Bequeth unto my Son Richard Brown one third Part of all the Personall Estate I shall Die Possessed of after my Debts are paid & household goods are divided as above & hereafter Expressed to be pos- sesed by him his Heirs & asigns forever. Also I Give & Devise unto my Son William Brown that Part of the Land I Purchased of William Morris In the Township of Nottingham aforesaid that Lyes on the Southeast Side of the Mill pond & Doctors Creek (Except one half Acre at the End of the tumbling dam which is Reserved for the use of the Mills). Also I Give & Devise unto my said son William a lott of Land in Not- ingham aforesaid Bounded Southerly by a Road & South westerly by the Road that Leads from Crosswicks to Trenton & North westerly and North- easterly by William Murfins Land, also my three houses and loots In Vine Street In Philadelphia that Stand next to Second Street he paying the DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 217 Ground rent that arises thereon, To have & to hold the said Lands and Loots of Land with the buildings thereon Errected & the apurtenancies theirto belonging unto my said Son William Brown & to his Heirs & assigns forever, Also I give & Bequeth unto my said Son William Brown and to his Heirs One third part of the Personall Estate I shall Die pos- sessed of after my Debts are paid & household goods are divided. Also I give & devise to my Son Abiah Brown and to his heirs Heirs and Assignes forever all the Land I Purchased of William Morris in Notingham aforesaid that lies between the Road that Leads to Trentton aforesaid and Crosswicks Creek on the North side of Doctors Creek & also one half acre of Land at the South east end of the Tumbling Dam above reserved with the Mill pond, Mills & Mill houses, Dwelling house Barnes Shops Stables Stores and Wharves thereon and all the appurtenences thereto belonging he Letting my abovesaid wife have one half of the use thereof as long as she Continues my widow, Also I give and Bequeth unto my said Son Abia & his heirs one third part of the Personall Estate I shall die possessed of aftor my Debts are paid & household goods are divided. Also I Give and Devise unto my Daughter Mary Jones and to the Heirs of her body & to theire Heirs & assignes forever My house In Vine Street in Philadelphia adjoyning to the East End of the abovesaid three Houses, divised to my Son William with the Lott thereto belonging, Also I Give and Bequeth unto my said Daughtor Mary one half of the household goods I shall die Possessed of after my wife hath got the goods that came by her as aforesaid. Also I Give and Divise unto my Daughter Sarah Scholy and to the Heirs of her body «& to theire Heirs & assignes forever the Land I Purchased of William Morris In Notingham Lying on the North Side of the Mill pond & bounded by the said pond, and on the West by the Road that Leads from Crosswicks to Trentton, and Northerly by a road that Leads out of that to John Taylors Land & Estorly by the said Taylors Land, Also twenty five Acres of Land I Purchased of ye said Wm. Morris bounded by Samuell Stevensons Land & Abraham Tiltons & Gisbort Hendersons & Francis Bordons Land with all the Buildings & apurtanances thereunto belonging. And like wise all my Houses & Lotts in Chestorfield in the County of Burlington with the Groundrents & all the apurtenancies there- unto belonging. Also I Give & bequeth unto my Said Daughtor Sarah one half of the household goods that I shall Die Possesed of after my wife hath got the goods above Bequeathed to her. Provided Also and my will farther is that if any of my Children should Die under twenty one Years of age & without issue that the part or Por- tion of such Child or Children shall be Equally divided among the sur- vivors of them and Likewise If either of my daughtors should Die without 218 GENEALOGY OF THE Issue that the Lands & houses Divised to her shall be Sold and the money they fech be divided Equally among the rest of my Children that shall sur- vive or theire Heirs, And for the bettor Inabling my Executors to dischare my debts & Legasyes herein before Given. My Will farther is that all the Residue of the Reile Estate that I shall Die Possessed of that is not hearein specifacally Divised shall be sold in fee Simple by my Executors, or the Survivor or Survivors of them, or the Executors or Administrators of such Survivor, for the best price or prices that can be had for the Same and the Moneys arrising from such Sails to be added to my Personall Estate for the Purposes aforesaid. Lastly I nominate My Sons Richard & William Brown and Soninlaw John Jones Executors of this my Last Will and Testament, hereby revoking all former Wills by me heretofore made & Declaring this only this to be my Last will & Testament. In Witness whereof I have hearunto afixed my hand & Scale this thirtenth day of the Sixth Month Called June In the yere of our Lord one thousand seven hundred & fifty nine. Signed Sealled Pubblished and Declared to be the Last Will and Testa- ment of the abovesaid Preserve Brown in our Presence who at his request and in his Presence have subscribed our Naims as witnesses thereunto. The word Bequeth in the sixtenth Line & the word Divise in the forty Ninth Line & the word her between ye 74th & 75th Line being first made what they are. And Lotts, being likewise Interlined between the 28th & 29th Line, & his Heirs, being Interlined between the 46th & 47th Line. Samuel Redford James White John Brown Peter Suslmann. James White & Peter Sousman two of the Witnesses to the Within Will the said James White being duly affirmed according to law and the said Peter Sousman did Depose that they were present & saw Preserve Brown the Testator within Named Sign and Seal the Same and heard him publish pronounce & declare the within Instrument of Writing to be his last Will & Testament, and that at the Doing thereof the said Testator was of Sound & Disposing mind Memory and Understanding as far as they DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 219 know and as they verily believe and that John Brown and Samuel Redford the other subscribing Evidences were present at the same time & signed their Names as Witnesses to the same Together with this Affirmant Depo- nent in the presence of the said Testator. James White Peter Suslmann Sworn & Affirmed at Burlington December 11th 1760, before S. Blackwood, Surrogate. Richard Brown one of the Executors within named being of the people called Quakers and duly affirmed according to law did declare and Affirm that the within Instrument of writing contained the true Last Will & Testa- ment of Preserve Brown the Testator therein Named deceased as far as he knows and as he verily believes and that he will well & truly perform the same by paying first the Debts of the said deceased and then the lega- cies in the said Testament Specified so farr for the as the Goods Chattels & Credits of the said deed can thereunto extend & that he will make and Exhibit a true and perfect Inventory of all the Goods & Chattels of the said deceased which have or shall come to his knowledge & possession or to the possession of any other person for his use & render a just and true account of his Administrations when thereunto lawfully required. Richard Brown Affirmd the day & j'ear above, before S. Blackwood, Surrogate. SUMMARY OF INV. OF EST. OF PRESERVE BROWN, JR. Inventory of Preserve Brown late of Nottingham in the County Burling- ton, in West New Jersey, Merchant Deceased, Dated 6 mo 2" 1760 £ S d Goods in and about House, in the Mill, down at the Landing. . 2364 18 9 5 Calves missing at time of appraising sence found at 30 S. . . . 7 10 Shop Goods 667 8 11 Book debts 2795 12 5 . . , William Murfin Appraisers ^ Samuel Stevenson ^ ( Richard Brown E.xecutors ' i William Brown Affirmed at Burlington this 15'" day of April Anno Dom 1762 before Sam' AUinson Surrogate 220 GENEALOGY OF THE LIST OF DEBTORS BY BONDS OR BILLS Sam' Depevvs 14 Bonds Andrew Davises Bill Thomas Schooley Bond King " W" Parker Bill Daniel Cafsels — Bond Steven Carter's — Bill David Kaighls — Bond John Davis — Bond Andrew Davison — Bill Henry Browns — Bond & Bill Abraham Browns — Bond Sam' Bonvills W" Lawrences Daniel Greens — Note James Senes's — Bill Jo' Gay's— Bond Benj Englishes — Note Geo: Hopkins — Bond Benj : Page's— Bill Geo. Palmer — Bond James Prices's — Note John Pitmans — Bill James M'"Clealans — Bond Tho* Stevenson — Bond Rich" and John Reeds— Bond (2) Mathew Wilson — Bill James Shaw " Matthew Wright— 2 Bills Nathaniel Warner's — Bill Archibald Silvers " Tho''. Lawries — Bond Jo* and Abraham Skirm — B. Charles Vankides Bond Robert Quigleys " PHILADELPHIA IN 17 20 w o % O H H H O a o ci m DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 221 BORDENTOWN MEETING Friends among the early settlers in the vicinity of Bordentown, N. J., sought and obtained privilege from Chesterfield Monthly Meeting to hold meetings for worship in their immediate neighborhood for three months in each year. No mention is made of the place of holding these meetings, and it is very probable that they were held, as in many other instances, at the house of some Friend living in or near Bordentown. About 1736, Joseph Borden made an offer to some Friends of land upon which to build a meet- ing house, and for a graveyard; and in the ninth month of that year a committee from Chesterfield Monthly Meeting was appointed to treat with him concerning it. In fifth month, 1737, the deeds for the meeting house and graveyard were reported finished and the Meeting directed that the " Declaration of Trust be signed against Next Meeting." For some reason the matter seems to have rested for about a year and a half. No further record of it appears upon the Meeting minutes until tenth month, 1738, when Isaac Horner, on behalf of Bordentown friends, made a request that they might have liberty to build a meeting house there, and Chesterfield Monthly Meeting agreeing, the matter was referred to the next Quarterly Meeting. On the 3rd of second month, 1740, "Thomas Potts Junr. and Preserve Brown Junr. were appointed to procure a Deed from Joseph Borden for a piece of ground on the other side of the Street for a Meeting house and to deliver up the old Deed for the other piece of ground." This trust was duly performed, and another committee, of which Preserve Brown, Jr., was an active member, was appointed to superintend the erection of the building, which was completed in 1741. This meeting house is still stand- ing in excellent condition, as accompanying picture shows. It is located on what is now Farnsworth Avenue, opposite Crosswicks Street. In 1905 this Meeting was " laid down " as a place of worship on First and Fifth days, no Friends living there, but Chesterfield Monthly Meeting was held there in the Third, Sixth, Ninth and Twelfth Months alternately with Cross- wicks and Trenton until the spring of 1907, when for various reasons it was decided to discontinue holding any meetings there. 222 GENEALOGY OF THE 26— REBECCA FRENCH (Thomas, 1; Richard, 5). m. 2nd mo. 23rd, 1729, Benjamin Shreve, son of Caleb and Sarah (Areson) Shreve of Mans- field Township, Burlington Co., N. J. He b. 6th mo. 9th, 1706. d. 1751. 103— KEZIAH SHREVE b. March 8th, 1730. m. about 1752, Moses Ivins. 104— RICHARD SHREVE b. 6th mo. 10th, 1732. d. unmarried. 105— CALEB SHREVE b. 8th mo. 25th, 1734. m. 11th mo. 19th, 1755, Grace Pancoast, 106— WILLIAM SHREVE b. 8th mo. 4th, 1737. m. First, May 8th, 1756, Anna Ivins. m. Second, 12th mo. 15th, 1768, Rhoda Ivins. m. Third, February 21st, 1779, Anne (Wood- ward) Reckless. 107— ISRAEL SHREVE b. 12th mo. 24th, 1739. m. First, 2nd mo., 1760, Grace Curtis, m. Second, 5th mo. 10th, 1773, Mary Cokley. 108— SARAH SHREVE b. 10th mo. ISth, 1744. m. First, May 4th, 1768, David Scattergood. m. Second, April 24th, 1779, Joseph Beck, m. Third, John Nixon. 109— BENJAMIN SHREVE, JR. b. 10th mo. 7th, 1747. m. First, 7th mo. 10th, 1770, Hannah Marll. m. Second, 1786, Susan Wood. 110— SAMUEL SHREVE b. 1st mo. 25th, 1750. m. First, m. Second, DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 223 BENJAMIN SHREVE The Shreve family were among the earliest settlers of New England, Caleb, the progenitor, being recorded as a resident of Plymouth, Mass., in 1641. Two of his sons, Caleb and John, located in Rhode Island, the for- mer, in 1680, marrying Sarah, daughter of Dirick Areson, of Flushing, L. I. Soon after he removed to Shrewsbury, East Jersey, in the vicinity of which he remained from 1685 until 1699, when he purchased a large tract of over 300 acres from Richard French [5], Mt. Pleasant, Mansfield Township, Burlington County, West Jersey. This notable homestead has remained in the possession of successive generations of the family until this day. Caleb Shreve had seven sons and three daughters. At his death, in 1740, sixty years after his marriage, his wife was still living. His will bequeathed to her one third of his personal property and a life interest in his real estate. In a note " inferted before signing of ye same," he requested that his wife, at her death, leave her personal property to Benjamin, the youngest son, to whom was left the entire estate, after his mother's death, except certain small legacies to his brothers, Thomas, Joshua, Joseph, Caleb, Jonathan and David, five shillings each; the same to his daughters, Mary (Shreve) Gibbs and Sarah (Shreve) Ogburn; five shillings to his son-in-law, Benj. Scattergood, and some personal property to Sarah Shreve, daughter of his son Joshua. It is supposed that the older sons were provided for in his life time. The daughter who was the wife of Benj. Scattergood evidently was deceased. Benjamin Shreve added to his valuable patrimony by various land pur- chases some 450 acres. Tradition says that he died prematurely in conse- quence of a fall from his horse. He was not yet fifty years of age. His will shows his solicitude for his minor children and their careful bringing up. Several of his sons and one grandson distinguished themselves in the war for national independence. Although the Shreve family were honored and esteemed Friends, meeting and government records show that the various branches of the family were possessed of a martial spirit to an eminent degree. A portion of the old house, shown in accompanying picture, was built by Caleb Shreve in 1725, and another part by Benjamin in 1742, these figures being conspicuous on the eastern end. It stands upon high ground, commanding a fine view, and within has many colonial features, in old Dutch tiling, fireplaces, cupboards, etc. From Caleb [105] the property passed to his son, Benjamin, who died in 1844. In 1902 it descended to the present owner, B. F. Haywood Shreve, of Philadelphia. 224 GENEALOGY OF THE DEED, RICHARD FRENCH TO CALEB SHREVE, 1699 This Indenture made y^ Twynty Second day of Aprill in y^ yeare of o"" Lord according to English Ace* one Thousand Six hundred ninety & nine Betweene Richard ffrench of y* Township of Mansfield in y^ County of Burlington in y*' Province of West New Jersey yeoman of y* one p* And Caleb Shreeve of ffreehold in y* Province of East Jersey yeoman of y^ other p* Witnelseth that y^ sd Richard ffrench for & in Considracon of one hundred Seaventy Seaven pounds & ten shillings currant silver money within y*' s'' Province to him by y*^ sd Caleb Shreeve at & before y" sealing & deliv''y hereof in hand paid y^ receit whereof he y" s** Richard ffrench doth hereby' acknowledg- & thereof & every part & pcell thereof doth acquit exon'"ate release & discharge y^ s* Caleb Shreeve his heires Exe's adm'"s & every of them forever by these p'"sents Hath granted bargained sold alyened enfeoffed & confirmed & by these p'"sents doth fully clearly & abso- lutely grant bargain sell alyen enfeoffe & confirm unto y" s'' Caleb Shreeve his heires & Afsignes forever Three hundred twenty & five acres of land Situate lieing & being at Mount Pleasant in 3'** Township of Mansfield & County of Burlington afores'' Begins at a Stake in John Butchers line in y^ great meadow E. by N 29 chaines to a stake in same meadow thence E. 3° ; S 49 chaines, to black oak by Michael Newbolds land thence along by same 14 chaines to a white oak, thence W.NAV 20 chaines to a stake in a meadow, thence N.N.E. 26 chaines to a maple ; thence E. by S 4 chaines to a white oak thence N.E. 2 chaines to a stake thence WNW 51 chaines to a stake by Joseph Pancoafts land, thence along by ye same SAV. 5 chaines to a black oak thence E. 9 chaines to a black oak thence along by y^ s** Joseph Pancoafts land SSW 71 chaines to place of beginning, — Said Three hundred twenty & five acres of land is part of that four hundred & Sixty acres of land which formerlj' did belong unto William Ellis & which The s** Richard ffrench by one Indenture bearing date y* Eighteenth day of November Anno Dom 1693 did purchase of William Biddle of Mount Hope Executo'' of y^ last will & testamt of y" s" William Ellis recorded in Liber B, folio 355 & 3.56 and all dwellings &c. appertaining thereto — with liberty for s** Caleb Shreeve to pass throu y'^ land of s'' Richard ffrench to a certaine well or spring in y" same below Abraham Brown's Meadow & ifsuing out of y" South Side of a certaine Hill there & there out to take water for his and their use & that their cattle shall have free access to same. Signed Richard ffrench with a scale Apr" 22'' 1699 acknowledged by Richard ffrench: before Tho : Revell Juftice. May 11th — 1699 Sarah wife of Richard ffrench declared her free & full consent to ye sale of y* p'"mifses in this Deed whereto shee sett her marke — A — Sarah ffrench In presence of Tho: Revell Justice DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 225 MEETING RECORDS Chesterfield Monthly Meeting Minutes : 6 — 1 mo. 1729. Benjamin Shreeve son of Caleb and Sarah Shreeve and Rebbecca French daughter of Rich'd and Mary French declared their inten- tions of taking each other in marriage, their parents being present gave their consent. The friends appointed to enquire concerning his conversa- tion and clearness on account of marriage are Joseph Pancoast and John Black and make report to our next monthly meeting. 3 — 2 mo. 1729. Benj. Shreeve and Rebecca French the second time appeared at this meeting and he signified they continued in the same mind expressed to the last meeting and the friends appointed by our last meeting report that they find nothing to obstruct their proceedings Therefore this meeting gives them liberty to accomplish their said marriage according to the good order used among friends. Friends appointed to oversee at said marriage are Preserve Brown and Joseph Pancoast and make report to our next mo. meeting. MARRIAGE CERTIFICATE Whereas Benjamin Shreeve son of Caleb Shreeve and Rebecca ffrench daughter of Richard ffrench both of y" Township of Mancefeild and County of Burlington in the West division of New Jersey in America having declared their Intentions of Marriage with Each other before severall Monthly Meetings of y'' people Called Quakers in y'' Township of Chester- field and County of Burlington aforesaid according to the good order used and Established amongst them and having Consent of parents and relations Concerned their proposal of Marriage was allowed of by the said Meetings. Now these are to Certifie whom it may concearn that for the full accom- plishing of their said Intention this twenty third day of y'^ second month in the year of our lord one thousand and seven hundred & twenty nine they y^ said Benjamin Shreeve and Rebecca French appeared at a publick meeting of the aforesaid People and others met to gather at their publick Meeting house at y*^ upper End of Springfield and County of Burlington aforesaid. And y* said Benjamin Shreeve Taking the said Rebecca ffrench by y'' hand did in a Solemn manner openly declare that he took her the said Rebecca ffrench to be his Wife promising by divine Assistance to be unto her a loving & faithfuU husband until death should seperate them. And then and there in y^ said Assembly the said Rebecca ffrench did in like manner declare that she took y" s** Benjamin Shreve to be her Husband promising by divine Assistance to be unto him a faithfuU & loving wife until death should seperate them And Moreover they y** said Benj. Shreve and Rebecca ffrench she according to y" Custom of Marriage assuming y*^ 15 226 GENEALOGY OF THE name of her Husband as a farther confirmation thereof did then & there to these presents set their hand and wee whose names are here under also subscribed being present att y* Solemnization of y" said Marriage and Sub- scription have as Witnesses thereunto set our hand The day & year above Written 1729 Benjamin Shreeve Rebecca Shreeve Thomas Shreeve Elizabeth Shreeve Isaac Gibbs Mary Gibbs Tho. Ifrench John King Mary Brown Joseph Shreeve Joshua Shreeve Jane Shreeve Sarah Ogborn William fFrench Caleb Shreeve Richard ffrench Sarah Shreeve Mary ffrench Mary King James Shreeve Hope Shreeve Jonathan Shreeve Hannah Shreeve Constance King Isaac Gibbs ffrancis King Joseph King Tho. King The above names are from the relatives' column, forty-two names besides these appear on the certificate. The pioneer Friends who settled in the upper part of Burlington County, New Jersey, for some years worshipped in each others' houses, but as population grew they were permitted by the Burlington Quarter to set up a permanent meeting. Joshua Shreve gave a piece of ground and in 1727 Upper Springfield Meeting House was built. Con- trary to the usual custom at that time, this was a substantial brick structure, which has withstood the ravages of passing years. The date still clearly appears on one end, showing this to be one of the oldest meeting houses in the country. The descendants of many old families reside in the vicinity. UPPER SPRINGIIEI.O MEETING IIOISE, 1727 \k DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 227 WILL OF BENJAMIN SHREVE, 1750/1 In the Name of God Amen The Fourteenth Day of March in the Year of our Lord 1750.51 One Thousand Seven Hundred & Fifty, Fifty One, I Benjamin Shreve of Mansfield in the County of Burlington in the Prov- ince of West new jersey Yeoman being w^eak and Sick in bodey but in perfect Mind and Memory thanks be given to God for the Same, therefore calling to mind the Mortality of my Body and knowing that it is Appointed for all Men once to die, do make and ordain this my last Will and Testa- ment. And as touching Such Worldly Estate wherewith it hath pleased God to bless me in this Life, I give devise and dispose of the Same in the following manner and Form. Imprimis it is my Will and I do order, That in the first place, all my just Debts and Funeral Charges be paid and Satisfied by my Executors hereafter mentioned. Item I give to my well beloved Wife Rebecca Shreve One Third part of all mj' personal Estate, to her Heirs and Assigns forever. And also the Benefit of my Real Estate if She continue my Widow till my Children come of Age each in their Order it being to enable her to bring them up, but if She happen to Marry again She Shall have no power any longer in my Real Estate or the bringing up of my Children, Saving at the Discression of my Exrs. as they Shall Appoint or order. Item I give to my Two Daughters (Viz) Kezia Shreve and Sarah Shreve Share and Share alike of the remainder of my Personal Estate to be paid them as they attain to the Age of Eighteen Years. Now it is my Will that Kezia she Shall have her Portion within a Year after my Decease Seeing She is of Age and Sarah as abovesaid now if either of my Daughters Die within a Year after mj' decease She that Surviveth Shall have the Portion of the Deceased. Item I give to my Son Caleb Shreve all and Singular the Estate of Lands and Tenements I now live on to him his Heirs and Assigns forever. Item I give to my Son William Shreve all and Singular the Lands Farm or Plantation I lately purchased of of Preserve Brown lying and being in Mansfield and part in Chesterfield in ye Said County of Burlington to be enjoyed by him when he Attaineth to the Age of Twenty One Years, his Heirs and Assigns forever. Item I give to mj' Son Israel Shreve all that Farm or Plantation I lately Purchased of Jacob Ong of Hanover and also the One Hundred Acres of Land I had by Virtue of my Fathers last Will & Testament which Land my Father Purchased of Daniel Smith, to him his Heirs and Assigns forever. And also a right for One Hundred Acres of Land which I Purchased of Preserve Brown all which to be enjoyed by him when he attaineth to the Age of Twenty One Years his Heirs and Assigns for ever. Item I give to my Three Sons (Viz) Caleb, William and Israel all & Singular my Cedar Swamp to be equally Divided amongst them by North and South Lines, Caleb to have the West Side, William the middle part and Israel the residue to be enjoyed by them their Heirs 228 GENEALOGY OF THE and Assigns forever. Further it is my Will that if my Son Caleb Should Die before he come of Age that William Shall have the Portion that was given to Caleb, and Israels Portion shall be that is given to William and if either of j'e younger Ones die before they come of Age the Survivor to enjoy both their Portions his Heirs and Assigns forever. Item I give to my Two Youngest Sons Benjamin and Samuel each of them Five Hundred Pounds to be paid them as they attain to the Age of Twenty One Years, and if either of them die before they come of Age the Survivor to have the whole and to be paid as foUoweth Caleb to pay to Benjamin Four Hundred Pounds and William to pay to Benjamin One Hundred Pounds lawful Money of the Same Place. And William to pay unto Samuel Four Hundred Pounds & Caleb One Hundred Pounds to compleat their Portions to be paid them out of their Estates given them as abovesaid. Also it is my Will that my Nigro Man Jack be immediately Set free he paying to them that enjoyeth the Homestead forty Shillings per Year for Five Years after my Decease and the Money to be kept in order to keep him in his Old Age, and the rest they that enjoyeth the Homestead Shall make up in Maintaining him. I likewise order that no Timber be cut to waste or destro)'ed Saving for the necessary use of ye places, nor no more upland to be cleared neither any of ye Meadows & Swamp land to be plowed. Lastly I Constitute and appoint Daniel Doughty and Michael Newbold my trusty and well belowed Friends, my only & Executors of this my last Will and Testament. And I do hereby utterly disallow, revoke & disanul all and every other former Testaments, Wills, Legacies, & Executors, by me in any ways before this Time Named, Willed and Bequeathed, Ratifying & Confirming this and no other to be my last Will and Testament In Witness whereof I have hereunto Set my Hand and Seal the Day and Year above written. Signed, Sealed, Published and Declared by the Said Benjamin Shreve as his last Will & Testament in ye Presence of us ye Subscribers Barzillai Newbold Levi Nutt Robt. Bland Le'<:6e^ Daniel Doughty & Michael Newbold Executors in the within Testament named being duly affirmed according to Law did declare that the within Instrument contains the true last Will and Testament of Benjamin Shreve DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 229 the Testator therein named so far as they know and as they verily believe and that they will well and truly perform the same by paying first the debts of the said deceased and then the Legacies in the said Testament specifyed so far as the Goods Chattels and Credits of the said Deceased can thereunto Extend and that they will make and Exhibit into the preroga- tive Office in Burlington a true and perfect Inventory of all and Singular the Goods Chattels and Credits of the said deced that have or shall come their knowledge or possession or to the possession of any other person or persons for their use & render a just accot. when lawfully Required. Affirmed at Burlington this | Danl. Doughty 29th of March 1751. J Michael Newbold Cha Read Sr. INVENTORY OF THE ESTATE OF BENJAMIN SHREVE, 1751 An Inventery of the Goods Chattels and Credits of Benjamin Shreve Late of the Township of Mansfield and County of Burlington, Dec'd. Taken & Appraised the Eighteenth Day of the Second Month 1751 ' Purs & Apparrel 38 1 11^2 £ S D [I. Cattel 92 13 Horses 112 00 Sheep 21 6 Swine 13 00 Green Corn 28 10 Grain 30 13 6 Port Gemons & bacon 58 8 6 Chair & two wagons 38 00 Husbandry Utentials Plows Harrows &c 34 00 6 Goods in the Common Rume Clock & Chairs &c 21 09 6 in the Rume below Stairs Bed Case of Draws &c 31 16 in the first Chaimber Bed Cais of Draws Glass c 32 16 in the Second Chaimber Bed & Sondries 09 2 6 Goods in the third Chaimber Beds & Sonderies Good.. 31 11 10 in the Shop Rume Bed &c 09 3 in the Kitchin Iron putor brass &c 15 6 4 in the Old Chaimber Beds flax fithers &c 17 17 6 Goods in the Cellor Syder Sperits Molases &c 21 4 6 Shoe Lether 16 6 An Old Negrow Man OS 00 Debts Dew on Bonds Bills & Book 1300 17 3i^ 1979 4 1 a womans Side saddle 1 1980 4 1 230 GENEALOGY OF THE W" Cooke Thos Black ^ Appraisers Anthony Sykes ) I Thomas Black and Anthony Sykes two of the appraisers of the within Inventory being duly affirmed according to Law did declare that the Goods Chattels and Credits in the said Inventory set down and specifyed were by them appraised according to their Just and true respective rates and Values according to the best of their Judgment and understanding and that they appraised all things that were brought to their View for appraise- ment. Affirmed at Burlington this Eighth day of May 1751 Cha Read Sr. Thos. Black Anthony Sykes Daniel Doughty and Michael Newbould Executors of the last Will and Testament of the within named Benjamin Shreve deceased being duly affirmed according to Law did declare that the within Writing contains a true and perfect Inventory of all and singular the Goods Chattels and Credits of the said deceased so far as have come to their possession or knowledge or to the possession of any other person or persons for their Use. Affirmed at Burlington this Eighth day of May ADom : 1751 Cha Read Sr. I Danl Doughty Michael Newbold. BUILT 1725 AND 1742 DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 231 27— WILLIAM FRENCH (Thomas, 1; Richard, 5). b. April 7th, 1712. d. 1781. m. September 20th, 1748, Lydia Taylor of Bor- dentown, N. J. Ill— WILLIAM FRENCH, JR. b. May 10th, 1751. m. 9th mo. 17th, 1777, Rachel Rickey. 112— RICHARD FRENCH b. October 15th, 1759. m. Mary Davis. 113— LYDIA FRENCH b. March 19th, 1763 m. July 16th, 1782, Gabriel Allen of Borden- town, N. J. ADMINISTRATION OF ESTATE OF WILLIAM FRENCH, 1781 Letters of adm : was granted by his Excellency William Livingston Esq unto William French Adm'' to the Estate of William French late of the County of Burlington Deceased being first duly affirmed to administer the lame Exhibit a true Inventory & render a Just & true account of his Administration Given under the Prerogative feal the 8*" Day of December 1781 Wm. Wood, Bondsman. Bowes Reed Reg"". An Inventory of the Goods & Chattels of William French Late of the County of Burlington in the Township of Hanover — Dec'd Taken the 26'" day of October 1781— £34 16 k T-- k ^ Affirmed at Burlington ") , [■ Apprs — Dec 8 — 1781 before me ^ John Wood John Wood ) ,^ i ' John Phillips burrog ) 29— ABIGAIL FRENCH (Thomas, 1; Richard, 5). b. 7th mo. 5th, 1717. m. First, 1st mo. 1737, James Lewis of Philada. He d. March, 1741. m. Second, Jacob Taylor. 114— JAMES LEWIS, JR. 232 GENEALOGY OF THE MEETING RECORDS Chesterfield Monthly Meeting Minutes : At a Monthly Meeting of Friends held at their Meeting House in Chef- terfield the 3" of y*' IZ"'" 1736 James Lewis and Abigail French appeared at this Meeting & declared their Intentions of Marriage Friends appoint Isaac Horner & preserve Brown Jun'' to enquire into his Converfation & Clearnefs on Account of Marriage & make report to next Monthly Meeting. At a Monthly Meeting of Friends held at their Meeting Houfe in Ches- terfield y* 3" of y* 1'"" 1736/7 James Lewis & Abigail French appeared the Second time at this Meeting & declared their continuance in the same mind relating to Marriage. He producing a Certificate from Phila. nothing appearing to hinder they are to accomplish the Same according to good Order. Friends appoint Joseph Pancoast & John Sykes to attend the Marriage. At a Monthly Meeting of Friends held at their Meeting Houfe in Ches- terfield the 7"^ of the 2"'" 1737 Joseph Pancoast Sent account that things were orderly at the Marriage of James Lewis. Minutes of Chesterfield Monthly Meeting of Women Friends : 3rd of 12th month 1736, James Lewis and Abigal French published their intention of marriage, her parents consenting and he producing a certificate. Two friends appointed to make enquiry concerning her and make report to next meeting. 3rd of 1 mo. 1737. James Lewis and Abigal French published their intention of marriage the second time, and nothing appearing to hinder they are left to the conclusion of men friends. Two friends appointed to attend the marriage. SUMMARY OF WILL OF JAMES LEWIS, 1740/1 James Lewis, Bordentown, Burlington Co., N. J., by will dated February 8 — 1740/1, proved March 28 — 1741, bequeathed unto Wife Abigail " My Personal estate, — Joseph Jay to give her a title to the land I bought of him nere Bordentown & paid him for. Charles Taylor to make her a title for lot I bought of him in Bordentown & paid him for ; also I give her Yz of my tract at or near Nefhaminy pa, to bring up my child " Son James " The other ^ of land above mentioned — when 21. He to be put to a trade when 14" Executor "My wife Abigail Lewis" DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 233- 30— BENJAMIN FRENCH (Thomas, 1; Richard, 5). b. 12th mo. nth, 1719. d. 1747. m. January 29th, 1742, Martha Hall, daughter of Burgiss Hall, " Marriner," of Bordentown, N. J., and Abigail Hall. 115— RICHARD FRENCH MARRIAGE LICENSE Licence of Marriage on the Twenty nineth Day of January AD. 1742 was granted by his Excy Lewis Morris Esq"" Gov'' unto Benjamin French of Bordenstowne in the County of Burlington Carpenter of the one party & Martha Hall Spinster, Daughter of Capt° Burgifs Hall, of the same place of the other party. Arch"* Home, Secry. SUMMARY OF WILL OF BENJAMIN FRENCH, 1747 Benjamin French Borden's Town, Burlington Co. N. J. " Joyner " Date— Sept 10, 1747. Proved Oct 16, 1747. Wife — Martha French " to have proceeds of sale of Estate to bring up my son Rich"" Child — Richard — To be put to a beneficial traid when Ex"" thinks suitable. Executor — My brother W'" French Witnesses — Joseph Tillton Sam' Farnsworth Tho' Folkes. ^^^^/tuJt^^:^^ SIGNATURE OF EXECUTOR Inventory taken Sept 19 — 1747 By Us Freeholders in Bordentown Tho" Folkes Jn" Imlay Sam" Shourds jun'' £278—00—00 234 GENEALOGY OF THE 31— JONATHAN FRENCH (Thomas, 1; Richard, 5). b. 11th mo. 27th, 1722. m. 1st mo. 12th, 1744, Esther Matlack, daughter of John and Mary (Lee) Matlack. She m. Second, July 21st, 1744, Vespasian Kemble. He d. 1778. She d. 1795. 116— FRANCIS FRENCH m. Elizabeth 117— MARY FRENCH 118— EUNICE FRENCH m. Tonas Thomas. 118a— JONATHAN FRENCH 119— WILLIAM FRENCH m. May 25th, 1783, Ruth Higby. 120— RICHARD FRENCH b. 8th mo. 6th, 1760. m. 10th mo. 11th, 1784, Sophia Bendler. MEETING RECORDS Chesterfield Monthly Meeting Minutes : 2 — 12 mo. 1743 A certificate for Jonathan French was desired to the Monthly Meeting at Haddonfield concerning his conversation on account of marriage. Friends appoint Michael Newbold and Barzilla to enquire as usual and draw a certificate accordingly. 1 — 1 mo. 1744 A certificate was signed at this meeting for Jonathan French to the monthly meeting at Haddonfield. Haddonfield Monthly Meeting Minutes : 13 — 12 mo. 1743 Jona. French and Esther Matlack daughter of John Mat- lack declared their intention of taking each other in marriage therefore John Hollingshead and Jos : Stokes are desired to make the usual enquiry and to make report thereof at our next monthly meeting, the Young People's Fathers being present consent to sd proposals. cc y< Z '- » ^ r- 7 " 1, ' r» «^ 5 5^ 9 --■, E ■■.J C^ "— -». n G "^ X R ^ c. 55 a M 2 >• i^' ?v f> 2 -H A 5< r*- ^ 5^ 5 S 'f r» J. .1 v; y. y, DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 235 12 — 1 mo. 1744 Jona. French & Esther Matlack appeared and signified the continuation of their intentions of taking each other in marriage The Friends appointed to make enquiry into sd Jonathan's conversation & clear- ness on account of marriage not find anything to obstruct and he produced a certificate from Chesterfield to Friends satisfaction they are left to their liberty to consumate their intentions according to good order and appoints Thos. Redman & Benj. Holmes to be present to see that good orders be kept. 9 — 2°'' mo. 1744 The committee report that they were present at the marriage of Jonathan French and Esther Matlack & that it was orderly accomplished. Haddonfield Minutes of y^ Mo : Meeting of Women Friends : Att a m"ly m'g of wo"" fr''' held at Had^fl" y"' 13"" of 12"' 1743/4 at s" m*g Jonathan French & Hester Matlack signified y"" intentions of m'"g fr**' ap'^ Rachel Smith & Phebee Burrough to make y^ ufual inquiry & report to next m*g. Att a m"ly m*g of wo"' fr"*' held at Had''f"' y" 12'" of Ist™" 1743/4 Jona- than French & Hefter Matlack signified y'' continuation of their intentions of marriage, Confent of parents apearing & return of inquirs clear, friends confents to y" accomplifhm* of y"" said marr^'g according to y'' good order among us, & ap" Rachel Smith & Eliz* Hillman to attend y*' s** m'"g & report to next m*g. Att a m"ly meeting of wo'" fr"' held at Had^fl" y' 9'" of 2"' 1744 It was reported by y" perfons ap*** to attend y" mar°^ y' they was orderly accomplifh"*. Haddonfield Monthly Meeting Minutes : 12 — 1 mo. 1750 The Overseers of Haddonfield reported that they had Dealt with Jonathan French for a Neglect of attending our religious Meet- ing for Worship and disorderly conversations and that he still persists in the same ; therefore Robt. French and Robt. Stephens are appointed to acquaint him that unless he makes satisfaction Friends must proceed against him and make report thereof to our next monthlj' Meeting. 9 — 2 mo. 1750 The P'riends appointed to speak to Jonathan French re- ported that they had not had any opportunity therefore they are desired to continue their care. 14 — 3 mo. 1750 The affair of Jonathan French was referred to next Monthly Meeting. 236 GENEALOGY OF THE 4 mo. 1750 Isaac Andrews is desired to acquaint Jonathan French that Friends desire his appearance at our next monthly meeting to answer the charge for which he hath been dealt with, otherwise they must proceed. 9'" of 5'" mo. 1750 Isaac Andrews reported that he had spoken to Jon" French and he gave Expectation of appearing but did not therefore that affair is referred to the Consideration of our next monthly meeting. 13 — 6 mo. 1750 Jonathan French not appearing to give satisfaction for his misconduct or sending any reason why he did not, therefore Wm. Forster and Edmond Hollingshead are appointed to draw a testification against him and produce it at our next monthly meeting. 10 — 7 mo. 1750 Wm. Foster and Edmond Hollingshead produced a tes- tification against Jonathan French but Wm. Forster reporting that he had spoke with him and that he gave some expectation of making satisfaction therefore it was referred to the consideration of our next monthly meeting. 8 — 8 mo. 1750 Jonathan French appeared and Friends were of opinion that it might be better to refer the matter to the consideration of our next mo. meeting. 7 — 10 mo. 1750 The affair relating to Jonathan French being now recon- sidered and he not appearing the testification brought against him in y'' 7^" mo. last was read and approved and signed by the clerk, and Sam'l Clement & Wm. Griscom are appointed to serve him with a copy thereof and acquaint him with his privilege of appeal. 1-1 — 11 mo. 1750 Samuel Clement and Wm. Griscome reported that they had served Jonathan French with a copy of the testification against him and that he did not incline to appeal, therefore Ebenezer Hopkins is ap- pointed to read it in a publick First day meeting at Haddonfield and make report thereof at our next Mo. Mtg. Evesham Monthly Meeting Minutes : At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham y'^ 7'" of y"" 2""* mo. 1782. Friends from y" Preparative Meeting at Chester reported that Jonathan French [118a] had been treated with for the neglect of attending Meet- ings outgoing in marriage and being active in Military Services therefore John Roberts and Wm. Matlack are appointed to treat further with him & report to next meeting. DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 23\ At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham y*" 7*" of V^ mo. 1782. The friends appointed reported that they have performed a visit to Jona- than French who doth not appear desirous to retain his right of member- ship ; therefore William Matlack & John Roberts are appointed to inform him that the meeting has come to a judgment to disown him & prepare a minute accordingly & produce it to next Meeting. At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham y"' 4*" of y" 4'" mo. 1782. One of the friends appointed reported that he had informed Jonathan French of the judgment of this meeting according to appointment & pro- duced a minute of disownment against him which was read approved and signed by the Cl'k & John Collins & Abraham Warrington are appointed to give him a copy thereof inform him of his privilege of an appeal & report to next meeting. At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham y^ 9"" of y* 5"" Mo. 1782. The friends appointed reported that they have given Jonathan French a copy of the Disownment against him according to appointment & he said he should not appeal. At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham the 8'" of 2°'' Mo. 1788. The Committee appointed to peruse the Records of this Meeting &c. pro- duced the following report which being several times read was with some alteration approved being as follows vizt : To the Monthly Meeting held at Evesham We the Committee appointed in the 12'" M° last to peruse the Records of said Meeting &c having several times met and carefully examined the same, have to Report; that all the children of Jonathan [31] and Esther French not heretofore disunited, must be considered as having a right of Membership, agreeable to the Minute of the Yearly Meeting in the Year 1762 & further explained in the Year 1782. Submitted to the Meeting 2°" Mo. 8'" Day 1788, and signed on behalf of the Committee by William Matlack. At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham the 10*" of 10'" Mo. 1788. Friends from the Preparative Meeting at Chester reported that from a late examination of the Records of this Meeting it appears that Francis [116], William [119], and Richard French [120] have a right of Membership of which they were ignorant until of late ; previous wherto they have been guilty of divers matters inconsistent with our Discipline (vizt.) outgoing in their Marriages, and neglect of attending Meetings ; and the two former with other reproachful conduct : which severally claiming the attention of Friends, wherein they unite in appointing John Collins, Abrm Warrington, Humphrey Owen, Joshua Lippincott, Sam'l. AUinson and Enoch Evans, to take a solid opportunity with them, and report their sense of their dispo- sitions of Mind to next Meeting. I 238 GENEALOGY OF THE At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham the 7'" of 11 "" Mo. 1788. The Committee appointed on a visit to Francis, William and Richard French reported attention thereto, in the performance whereof they evidenced such satisfaction as influenced them to request time for further labour with them if consistent with the judgment of the Meeting; which was granted, and they to report thereon as occasion may require. At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham the 5'" of 6'" Mo. 1789. The Friends under whose care the case of Francis French was referred in the 10"' mo. last, now reported that he declines making necefsary satisfac- tion for his deviation ; therefore Saml. Roberts Jr. and Joseph Warrington are appointed to inform him that Friends have come to a judgment to disown him, prepare a Minute accordingl}' for the approbation of ne.xt Meeting. At a Monthly meeting held at Evesham the 10 of 7'" M° 1789. One of the Friends appointed to inform Francis French of the judgment of last Meeting, and produce a Disunion agst. him, having performed the same agreeable thereto, which being read, but not being fully satisfactory, was returned for amendment, & produce it to ne.xt Meeting. At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham the 7*" of 8*" Mo. 1789. The Disunion against Francis French, returned at last Meeting for amend- ment, being again produced and read, was, with some alteration approved and signed by the Clk. Thomas Lippincott & Henry Warrington are ap- pointed to give him a Copy thereof inform him of his privilege of Appeal- ing, and report to next Meeting. The Friends to whose care the case of William French was committed in the 10*'' m° last now reported that he doth not appear desirous of con- tinuing his right of Membership ; which after being attended to, united the Meeting in the appointment of Joseph Roberts and Joshua Hunt to prepare a Minute of Disownment for the approbation of next Meeting. At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham the 11*" Day of the 9'" Mo. 1789. The Friends appointed to give Francis French a Copy of the Disunion against him &c. reported their compliance therewith and he signified no intention of appealing. The Committee appointed produced a Disunion against William French which being read and approved was signed by the Clk. Joseph Roberts «& Henry Warrington are appointed to give him a Copy thereof, inform him of his privilege of appealing, and report to next meeting. Q O ri SI X o o a H W Q O Q a Q DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 239 At a Monthly meeting held at Evesham the 9*" of 10'" M" 1789. One of the Friends appointed to give William French a copy of the Dis- union against him &c. reported his compliance therewith and he signified no intention of Appealing. At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham the 10'" of 6'" mo. 1791. The case of Richard French being continued under the care of Joshua Lip- pincott and Sam'l Allinson in the 11*'' mo. 1788, the latter of whom is now dec"*. Saml. Burrough is appointed to unite with the former in giving the necessary attention thereto, and report thereon as occasion may require. At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham the 9'" of 12'" Mo. 1791. Richard French produced an acknowledgment for consummating his mar- riage contrary to the order established amongst us, which being several times read and attended to, it appeared the united sense of the Meeting that the same be now accepted ; and is in the following words (vizt.) To the Monthly Meeting of Evesham — I the subscriber having a Birthright amongst Frds : but not having any knowledge thereof till since I consummated my marriage contrary to the good order established amongst them ; on being treated with, feel love & nearness towards my Friends, and have a sincere desire to retain my right in Society, hoping this with my future orderl}' walking may reconcile me to my friends again, is the desire of Richard French 12" mo. 9" 1791 tm O^E SHILLING. ^ N o.^^t?/^ f [THIS Bill fy LAW Jhall pajs current int {NEW-JERSEY, for Two Penny- T weight and Twenty- f two Grains of PLATE. im December 51, 176}. »ag One Shilling. -^ COLONIAL MONEY OF NEW JERSEY, 1763 240 GENEALOGY OF THE FRANCIS FRENCH A resident of Chester Township, Burlington County, N. J., during early manhood, Francis French [116] wrought faithfully at his trade of house carpenter until he accumulated a fund suflficient to buy a comfortable farm homestead, where he spent the remainder of a long life. INIay 26, 1798, he purchased of William Holmes, for 500 pounds, a " messuage, plantation and tract " of seventy-seven acres, located along Timber Creek, near the present village of Almonesson, Deptford Township, Gloucester County. This land was purchased from the original proprietaries by Thomas Matthews, in 1681, and for more than half a century subsequently was part of the great Hill- man estate. The ancient house, shown in accompanying picture, evidently erected at two different times, during the eighteenth century, has all the dis- tinguishing marks of pioneer days, rough stone, primitive clap-boarding, heavy timbers and doors, wooden latches, very low roof and immense fire- places, long since closed in. Local tradition says it was a colonial tavern and Indian trading post. A former resident, then past four score, said the house was old in his boyhood days, about the time of Francis French's death, 1831. After the separation of the latter from Friends' Society, he became specially interested in Old Colestown Protestant Episcopal Church, making a subscription of several pounds a year towards the maintenance of the grave- yard, neglected through lack of an efficient church organization. No meet- ing or church record concerning his marriage or the births of his children has been found, but certain court records, at Woodbury, show his relation- ship to the family of Jonathan French and recite the names of his children and grandchildren and the disposition of his estate. By deed, dated March 28, 1814, "Francis French, Richard French, ' Unice ' Thomas, widow of Jonas Thomas, and Mary French, single woman, of Gloucester County, heirs at law of Jonathan French, who died intestate, sold to Isaac Arm- strong, of Gloucester County, for $307, nine acres of land." " Unice " made her mark and signed in the presence of George French, justice of the peace of Moorestown. Before the Orphans' Court, Gloucester County, Dec. term, 1831, Joseph Orens, administrator of the estate of Francis French, asked for Commis- sioners' sale of land, mentioning as " heirs at law " the following children : Hannah (French) Sloan, Samuel French, Jonathan French, Mary M O o Q O H 03 H O :^ w o cc t-H 09 Q O Q X DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 241 (French) Husk. Also the children of Sarah (French) Roberts, deceased, and children of Esther (French) White, deceased. It is recited that "three discreet and indifferent (impartial) persons, between the parties," were appointed Commissioners, viz., John Clement, David B. Morgan and Joseph Saunders. On February 1, 1833, the farm homestead, seventy-seven acres, was sold to James Rowand, for $1,400. Two other small lots, seventeen and a half acres in all, were sold for $430. About thirty years later the Cunard family bought the farm and retained it until recently. The location of this property invests it with peculiar interest, as although only six miles from Woodbury, for more than one hun- dred years it was on the outskirts of civilization in Gloucester County, ST. MARY'S EPISCOPAL CHURCH, COLESTOW^N, N. J. Next to St. Mary's, Burlington, this is, or was, the oldest Prot- estant Episcopal Church in West Jersey. Services w^ere held in the vicinity, about four miles from Moorestown, as early as 1703, the year the church at Burlington was founded, but the little wooden church was not built until about 1751. It was 34 X 30 feet, with high pulpit, small chancel, high-backed benches, boxed-in seats for the choir, and a three-part cast-iron stove, for wood, brought from England, in 1760. Accompanying illustrations show this ancient and historic structure within and without. The little church had many vicissitudes and several times the society was almost abandoned. In 1796 there was serious trouble over the old graveyard, in which members of many pioneer families lie buried. Francis French [116] was one of the subscribers to a special maintenance fund. The pulpit Bible, first used, is carefully preserved; likewise a silver communion service, now cared for by Trinity Church, Moorestown. To the infinite regret of a wide circle of friends, a mysterious fire destroyed St. Mary's, November 7, 1899. In 1907 a granite monu- ment was erected on the site to perpetuate the memory of a notable landmark in the religious and social history of ^Vest Jersey. ST. MARY S MONUMENT 16 242 GENEALOGY OF THE 33— THOMAS FRENCH, 3RD (Thomas, 1; Thomas, 6). b. 8th mo. 27th, 1702. d. 4th mo. 28th, 1757, buried in Friends' Bury- ing Ground, Chester Meeting, Moorestown, N.J. m. May 8th, 1746, Jemima Elkinton of Evesham Township, Burlington Co., N. J. She b. 3rd mo. 3rd, 1725. buried 4th mo. 11th, 1782. 121— EDWARD FRENCH b. 1st mo. 7th, 1747. m. Mary Wilkins. 122— URIAH FRENCH b. 3rd mo. 14th, 1748 m. First, June 29th, 1771, Rachel Ingersoll. m. Second, August 6th, 1800, Isabella Peacock. 123— GEORGE FRENCH b. 2nd mo. 9th, 1753. m. 5th mo. 1775, Rachel Rakestraw. 124— MARY FRENCH b. 6th mo. 23rd, 1755. m. April 4th, 1771, John Reily. 125— SARAH FRENCH b. 9th mo. 26th, 1757. m. 1776, Charles Brown. THOMAS FRENCH, 3RD The second son of Thomas French, Jr., seems to have inherited the farm- ing habits of his ancestors and to have remained in the same location in which his father resided, in Chester Township. He was active in local affairs and served as constable, overseer of highways and overseer of the poor for Chester Township. His homestead, at the west end of Moores- town, was part of the estate conveyed to his father by Thomas ffrench, progenitor, through the deed of gift of 1694. A special survey, made in 1752, showed that it joined other lands of his father and of his brother, Robert French. He bequeathed this plantation to his son Edward and it continued in family ownership until sold by one of his descendants, Sarah (French) Ogden, about twenty-five years ago. Apparently he deferred DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 243 making his will until his strength was fast failing, but his declared intention was accepted and faithfully carried out. During his life time he added by purchase considerably to his landed patrimony. MEETING RECORDS Haddonfield Monthly Meeting Minutes : 1^1 — 8 mo. 1751. The Overseers of Chester meeting reported that they had dealt with Thos. French for going out in marriage & that he had given an e.\i)ectation of making satisfaction which he hath not yet done. Thos. Lippincott & Jos. Stokes are appointed to acquaint him that unless he comply with Friends request & produce satisfaction, they will be obliged to proceed against him. 9 — 10 mo. 1751. Jos. Stokes and Thos. Lippincott reported that they had spoken to Thos. French who gave expectation of making satisfaction, but not being here he was referred to the consideration of next meeting and the clerk appointed to bring the minute or a copy of it that was made on j^e returning ye above mentioned acknowledgment. 13 — 1 mo. 1752. Thomas French produced an acknowledgment for his outgoing in marriage which was read and received, and is as followeth : To Friends at their Monthly Meeting at Haddonfield. I the subscriber having broke the good rules established amongst Friends by going contrary thereto in marriage am sorry for it and desire Friends to accept this as acknowledgment therefore, from your friend, Thomas French. Haddonfield Minutes of y" Mo: Meeting of Women Friends: Women friends of y" m"ly meeting being met at Had°f"' y' 10" of 2'" 1752 report by y'^ overseers of Chefter y* Jemima French defire^ to come under y" notice of fr"^^ which fr''* take under consideration. Minutes of Evesham Monthly Meeting of Women Friends: 10 — 10 mo. 1776. The overseers being enquired of reported from Chester that Sarah Brown formerly Sarah French [125] had been treated with for outgoing in her marriage and she not appearing in a disposition of mind to be reconciled to Friends and having ye concurrence of ye mens meeting we therefore disown her according to our discipline and Hannah French is appointed to acquaint her thereof. 244 GENEALOGY OF THE DEED, JOSHUA BISPHAM TO THOMAS FRENCH, 3RD, 1746 This Indenture Made the Thirteenth day of March in the year of our Lord One Thousand Seven Hundred and Forty Six And in the twentieth year of the Reign of our Sovereign Lord George the Second Between Joshua Bifpham of the Township of Chester and County of Burlington and prov- ince of New Jersey Merchant of the one part, and Thomas French of the Town County and province aforesaid Yeoman of the other part Witnefseth that the said Joshua Bifpham for and in consideration of one Pound fifteen Shillings Current Lawful Money of the Said Province to him in hand paid by the Said Thomas French at and before the Sealing and delivery of thefe presents the Receipt whereof the Said Joshua Bifpham doth hereby Acknowl- edge and thereof and ever}' part and parcel thereof doth Clearly and Abfo- lutely acquit Exonerate and discharge the Said Thomas French His Execu"'' and Admin"'' and every of them by these presents Hath granted Bargained and Sold aliend EnfeofT'd and Confirm'd and by these presents for him and his heirs doth Clearly and abfolutely grant Bargain and Sell alien EnfeofI'd and confirm unto the aforesaid Thomas French his heirs and afigns all that Lot of Land Containing one Rood and Twenty perches Sit- uated lying and being in the Township of Chester Butted and Bounded as followeth (Viz) Beginning at a Spanish Oak Corner to Thomas French and Runs from thence by y'' Said French South Twenty Six Degd East two Chains to a post Corner to Joseph Heritages Land thence by y* S* Heritages North Eighty four degd twenty Minutes West four Chains forty three Links to a Spanish Oak Corner to the aforesaid French thence by S* French North Sixty Nine Degd East three Chains Seventy Six Links to the Corner first mentioned; Containing by Survey thereof one Rood and Twenty perches of Land which was taken up and Surveyd to Solomon Lippincott the Nineteenth day of August 1742 And Convey'd to Joshua Bifpham by a Instrument bearing date April the Tenth 1743 Together with all and every y^ Heridetements and appurtenances to the same one Rood and twenty perchs of Land and premifes belonging or in any wise apper- taining or there with usealy Occupied or Injoy'd and the Reversion or Reversions Remainder and Remainders Rents Ifsues and profits of the premifes and every part and parcel thereof and all the Estate Right title Interest use property Claim and demand whatsoever both in Law and Equity of him the Said Joshua Bifpham of in to and out of S'' one Rood and twenty Perchs of Land and premifes and every part and parcel thereof and all writeings touching the Same premifes only to have and to hold the Said one Rood and twenty perchs of Land and all and Singular the prem- ifes hereby granted and Convey'd or meant mentioned and intended So to I 1 1 DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 245 be Sold with them and every of their appurtenances unto the Said Thomas French his heirs and afsigns for ever to the only jjroper ufe and Behoof of the Said Thomas French his heirs and afsigns forever and the Said Joshua Bifpham for himself his heirs Execu'rs and Adm'rs and for every of them doth Covenant and grant to and with the Said Thomas French his heirs and afsigns by these presents in Manner Following That is to Say that he the Said Joshua Bifpham and his heirs the aforesaid one Rood and twenty perchs of Land & premifes and every part thereof with all the appurtenances unto the Said Thomas French his heirs and afigns, against him the Said Joshua Bifpham and his heirs and against all and every other person or persons Claiming or to Claim by from or under him or them ; or by from or under any other perfon or perfons whatsoever Shall warrant and forever defend by thefe prefents And that he the Said Joshua Bifpham and his heirs Shall and will from time to time and at all times Hereafter upon the Reasonable request and at the proper Cost and Charges in Law of him the Said Thomas French his heirs and afsigns, do acknowledge Exe- cute and perform, or caufe to be done, all and every such further, and other Lawfull and Reafonable Acts matters and things Whatfoever Requifite and Necefsary for the further and more Sure makeing and Conveying the premifes and every part thereof with the Appurtenances unto the Said Thomas French his heirs or afigns devifed or advised or Required In Wit- nefs whereof the party first above named hath to this prefent Indenture Set his hand and Seal the day and year above written. Joshua Bispham Signed Sealed and delivered in the presence of us Nathan Pratt his John I Small mark This Sixth day of April Ano 1752 there Came before me one of the Judges of the County Court for holding of Pleas for the County of Bur- lington Joshua Bifpham Efq"" and did Acknowledge the within Deed as his act and Deed (taken and Acknowledged before me) for the ufe within Mentioned. Jos* Bispham Revell Elton 246 GENEALOGY OF THE TEN YEARS' APPRENTICESHIP INDENTURE, 1750 THIS INDENTORE Witnefseth that I Richard Jackson Son of John Jackson of The Township of Chister and Count}' of Burlinton and Prouince of weft new Jarfey hath put him Self And by Thefe Prefents by The Confent of his Father Doth voillenta''^ and of his own free will and Accord put him Self Apprentice To Thomas French to Serve his Heirs or afsigns of the Township of Chifter and County of Burlington and province afore- said — Farmor to Learn His Ocupatnt and after the Maner of an Appren- tice To Serve from the Day of the Date here of for and During and unto The full End and Term of ten Years and nine Months Next Enfuing During all Which Term the Said Apprentice his Said Mafter faith fully Shall Serve his Secrets keep his Lawful Comands Every whare Readily obay he Shall Do no Damage to his Said Mafter nor See it to be Don by others with ovt Letting or Giveing Notice thare of to his Said Mafter he Shall Not wafte his Said Mafters Goods nor Lend them unlawfully to Any he Shall Not Contract Matrimony with in The Said term Att Cards Dice or any other UnlawfuU Game he Shall Not play whare by his Said Mafter may have Damage with his own Good nor the goods of others with out Licence from his Said Mafter he Shall neither buy nor Sell he Shall not Abfent him Self Day nor night from His Said Mafters Service with out his Leave nor haunt ale Houfses Taverns or play hovfses but In all Things be have him Self as a faithfuU Apprentice ought to Do Dureing the Said term and the Said Mafter Shall Ufe the utmost of his endavovr to teach or Cavfe to be tavght Wright and Sifer as fir as the Rule of three and the Said Mafter is to teach or Cavse to be taught the Said Apprintes The Ocap^tion which he now followeth And procure and prouide for him Sufficient Meat Drink Lodging and wafhing fiting for an apprentice During the Said term of ten Years and nine Months and at the Expiration of the Said term the said Mafter is heirs or Afsigns is to Give the Said Apprentice twenty poun'*^ of Good Currant Money the Said Master Is to Give the Said apprentis two Suits of appirl that Is to Say one Sute for hollowdays and one Sute for working Days . . . And for the trve Performance of all and Singular the Covenants and Agreements a fore Said the Said parties bind Them Selves Each Unto the other firmly by Thefe prefen*"^ In Witnefs whare of the Said parties have Interchangeably Set their hands and Seals here unto Dated the forth Day of April in the twenty fifth Year of Raign of our Sovenring Lord George King of Grate britain &c Annoque Domini : one Thoufand Seven Hundred and fifty — in the prefence of -^j^ ^ - Joseph Newton Herbert M'Elroy Surr ) Edward French sole Executor in the within named being duly affirmed according to Law did affirm and say that the within Instrument of writing Contains the true Last Will and Testament of Jemimah French the Tes- tatrix therein named so far as he knows and as he verily believes, that he will well and truly perform the same by paying first the Debts of the said Testatrix and then the Legacies in the said Testament Specified so far forth as the Goods Chattels and Credits of the said dec'd can thereunto Extend & that he will make and Exhibit into the Prerogative Office of New Jersey a true and perfect Inventory of all and singular the goods Chattels & Credits of the said Dec"" that have or shall come to his knowledge or pofsefsion or to the pofsefsion of any other person or persons for his use and render a Just and true Account when thereunto Lawfully required. Affirmed at Burlington the 13'" ^ May 1789 — ^before me v Edward French Herbert M'Elroy ) Inventory dated April 15'" 1789 £74—0—10 John Cox Joseph Newton Appraisers A FAMILY SPINNING WHEEL DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 253 35— ROBERT FRENCH (Thomas, 1; Thomas, 6). b. 6th mo. 1707. buried 9th mo. 7th, 1760, in Friends' Burying Ground, Chester Meeting, Moorestown, N. J. m. 10th mo. 1737, Hannah Cattel, daughter of Jonas and Mary (Pearce) Cattel. She b. 6th mo. 7th, 1716. d. 6th mo. 27th, 1801. 126— JONAS FRENCH b. 9th mo. 17th, 1738. 127— MARY FRENCH b. 10th mo. 4th, 1740. m. First, 12th mo. 24th, 1761, William Hold- craft, m. Second, 3rd mo. 16th, 1797, Isaac Gibbs. 128— HANNAH FRENCH b. 7th mo. 15th, 1743. d. Uth mo. 29th, 1784, unmarried. 129— THOMAS FRENCH b. 12th mo. 26th, 1745. m. April 22nd, 1769, Mercy Co.\. 130— ELIZABETH FRENCH b. 2nd mo. 28th, 1747. d. 3rd mo. 10th, 1767. m. June 18th, 1766, John Ferguson (Christ Church record, Philadelphia). 131— ROBERT FRENCH, JR. b. 3rd mo. 10th, 1749. m. First, 2nd mo. 15th, 1785, Hannah War- rington. m. Second, Sth mo., 1803, Elizabeth Stokes. 132— JAMES FRENCH b. 3rd mo. 1st, 1751. m. First, July 24th, 1773, Mary Clark, m. Second, October 12th, 1779, Sarah Fer- guson. 133— JOSEPH FRENCH b. 10th mo. 14th, 1753. d. aged two weeks. 254 GENEALOGY OF THE 134— KEZIAH FRENCH b. 5th mo. 11th, 1756. m. John Thompson. 135— ANN FRENCH b. 10th mo. 26th, 1758. m. 12th mo., 1781, Samuel Carr. ROBERT FRENCH Robert French, third son of Thomas French, Jr., was a man of strong character, who early developed characteristic family traits. He purchased from Thomas Cowperthwaite, in 1741, thirty acres of good farm land, located on the northwest side of Moorestown, N. J. ; and, three years later, his father conveyed to him by deed of gift, dated March 23, 1744, one hundred and sixty-seven acres adjoining the same. Here he resided until his death, in 1760. His will directed the sale of the property as soon after his death as his executors might think proper, and it was in part disposed of, although not immediately. In 1744 his son James [132] purchased fifty acres. The same year his son Robert [131] bought fifty-five acres; and in 1801, through the will of his mother, Robert became possessed of the remainder of the estate, subject to the care of an invalid brother. Robert French, the elder, became a recognized minister in the Society of Friends and was much esteemed. Both he and his wife Hannah were very active in the affairs of Chester (Moorestown), Evesham and Haddonfield Meetings, being many times appointed representatives to Quarterly and Yearly Meetings. Hannah French was made overseer of Chester Meeting in 1747 and elder in 1765, serving in the latter capacity thirty-six years. In his journal, Daniel Stanton, a minister of Philadelphia Monthly Meet- ing, makes the following note: " I was at a large Meeting at Chester at the burial of Robert French a Friend in the ministry who was much beloved and valued as a good Example among Friends where he had lived." "The Friend," 10 m. 1, 1859, gave the following appreciative sketch: Robert French was born in the township of Chester, County of Bur- lington, West Jersey, 1708. His parents were religious members of the Society of Friends, whose pious labors on his behalf, through the Lord's assisting grace, were blessed. He was religiously inclined from his youth and grew in favor with his heavenly Father and in the esteem of his friends. His natural abilities were not great, yet his innocent, exemplary life and faithfulness in discharging the duties laid upon him, made his way DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 255 open with all lovers of the Truth. Having received a gift of the ministry of the gospel, he was often led to exercise it, generally briefly, but in a lively manner, to the comfort of the well-minded. He was often engaged to exhort to love, and was himself a good example of that Christian virtue, watchful over his own spirit, and living in good measure agreeable to his profession therein. " His removal was a loss to the meeting he belonged to, yet we are fully satisfied it was his gain." He was a minister twenty- two years. MEETING RECORDS Haddonfield Monthly Meeting Minutes : 14 — 9 — mo. 1737 Robert French and Hannah Cattle the first time sig- nified their intentions of marriage with each other, therefore Joseph Stokes and Thos. Hackney are appointed to make enquiry as usual and make report thereof to our next Monthly Meeting, parents present give consent to said. 12—10 mo. 1737 Robt French and Hannah Cattle signified y* Z""" time they continued their intention of marriage, therefore not finding any- thing to obstruct this mtg. allows that they may take each other in marriage and appoints Jos. Stokes and Thos. Hackney to be present to see said intended marriage accomplished orderly. 9 — 11 mo. 1737 The committee report that they were present at the mar- riage of Robt. French and Hannah Cattle and y' it was accomplished orderly. Haddonfield Minutes of y" Mo : Meeting of Women Friends : Att a m°ly m*g of w"m fr"^ held at Haddonfield y" 14*'' of 9*" m" 1737 Robert French & Hannah Kettle signified y' intentions of m'g Mary Roberts & Ann Cooper are ap" to make y'' ufual inquirie & report to next m*g. Att A m-ly m*g of w°m fr"' held at Haddonfield y« 12*" of lO"" 1737 Robert French & Hannah Kettle signified y" continuation of y"" intentions of m''g, confent of parties concernd ap''g & return of inquiers clear, y" m'g confents to y"' accomplifhm' of y'' s*" m'"g according to y" good o''d'' amongst fr'^, & ap'" Eliz" Evins & Sarah Hains to see good o''d''s kept &. report to next m*g. Att a m^ly m*g of w"m fr''^ held at Haddonfield y* 9'" of 11'" 1737/8 last m*g minuit' being read reportd y' perfons ap'd y* y" afors'' m''g was orderly accomplifh"^. 256 GENEALOGY OF THE [Men's Meeting] 8 — 10 mo. 1740 Robert French, Josiah & Wm. Foster, John Hollings- head, etc. to meet at ye house of Jos. Cooper on ye first second day in next month in order to peruse the minutes of this meeting in order that they may be fairly entered in a book that is bound and that they may have power to correct said minutes 11 — 3 mo. 1747 Edmund llollingshead from the Preparative Mtg of Chester requests that Robt. French might have Liberty to sit in the Meeting of Ministers and Elders which this meeting consents to and that it being signified in there report to the Quarterly Meeting of Ministers & Elders. 11 — 3 mo. 1747. The Overseers of each meeting are desired to meet at Haddonfield at seven in the morning before the monthly meeting with the company of Joshua Lord, Thos. Redman and Isaac Andrews, Wm. Forster, Robt. French etc. to consider what is best to be done in the case of such as walketh disorderly and has been neglected to be dealt with & discharged ourselves of them, & to make report thereof at our next monthly meeting. 12 — 8 mo. 1759 Chas. and Robert French are among the friends ap- pointed to meet at Haddonfield ye 28th instant at ye 10th hour in ye fore- noon to waitily consider that friends would again revive ye consideration of seperate monthly meeting for Evesham and Chester. 9 — 6 mo. 1760 Robt. French one of committee to inspect whether friends have wills by them and likewise to collect such births and burials as ye persons concerned neglects to do and bring them through the Preparative Mtg. to the monthly meeting to be recorded. Evesham Monthly Meeting Minutes : At a Monthly meeting held at Evesham y* 10'" of y" 9'" Mo. 1761. Isaac Evens produced an Essay of The Testimonys of this meeting, Con- cerning our Dec'd friends Robert French and Obadiah Borton which were read and with Some amendment approved and ye Clerk is Directed to Transcribe them, & sign them, & send them with ye reports to our next Quarterly meeting. Haddonfield Minutes of y" Mo : Meeting of Women Friends : Women friends of y'' m°ly m'g being met at Had°f"* y" 11'" of 3'" 1747 no other bufinefs from Chefter, but y* recjuest of an other over-seer, to be chofen, where upon, fr''* ap'^ Han" French. DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 257 Evesham Monthly Meeting Minutes : [Women's Meeting] 7" of 7" mo. 1763. The necessity of revising of the minutes of this meet- ing coming under consideration ; therefore Hannah French, Hannah Foster, Sarah Wilkins, and Ruth Bispham are appointed to inspect all the said minutes and correct such of them as they may find needful, and set a price for transcribing the said minutes into a bound book to be purchased for that service and make report when the work is perfected. 8"— of 9"— mo. 1763 We the Committee appointed by the Mo. Mtg. at Evesham to inspect the minutes of said meeting have all met on y* occa- sion agreeable to direction and have performed y" service and are of the mind that it is worth one pound, five shillings to transcribe them into a bound book. Sign'd this 16*" of y^ 8'" Mo. 1763— By Hannah Foster, Sarah Wilkins, Hannah French and Ruth Bispham. Hannah French and Ruth Bispham are appointed to comprize the answers into one and draw the report for the Quarterly Meeting, and one of them sign it on behalf of this meeting. [Men's Meeting] At a monthly meeting held at Evesham y'' 5"' of y^ first mo. 1764. Our friend Mark Reeve signified that he had Drawings in his mind to visit y* Families of Friends within y" compass of Chester Meeting, & he produced y* concurrence of Salem Monthly Meeting which was approved of Therefore Edm'* HoUinshead, John & Joshua Roberts, Hannah French, Esther & Rebukah Roberts are app'' to joyn him in that service. [Women's Meeting] 5" of 1" mo. 1764 The meeting appoints Hannah French, Esther and Rebekah Roberts to join Mark Reeve & Joshua Thompson in visiting Fami- lies of Friends belonging to Chester. 8 — of 3" mo. 1764. Hannah French requests a few lines by way of cer- tificate to recommend her to friends of Haddonfield Monthly Meeting. [Men's Meeting] At a monthly meeting held at Evesham y'' 8*'' of y" 3'^ mo. 1764. The women friends requested that Certificates might be prepared to recom- mend Hannah French to y*^ monthly meeting at Haddonfield & Mary Enoch & Hannah Shinn to ye monthly meeting at Burlington therefore Enoch Roberts is appointed to prepare that for Hannah French & Mary Enoch, & Josiah Prickitt that for Hannah Shinn agreeable to y' acct. they receive from y* women & produce them to next meeting. 17 258 GENEALOGY OF THE At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham y* 5"" of y^ 4*'' Mo. 1764. The Friends appointed produced certificates on behalf of Hannah French, Mary Enoch, & Hannah Shinn, according to appointment which were read approved & signed by y'^ clerk, & sent to y" women for their signing. [Women's Meeting] 5" of 4" mo. 1764 A certificate being read approved and signed recom- mending our Friend Hannah French to ye care of Friends of Haddonfield Monthly Meeting. Haddonfield Minutes of y^ Mo : Meeting of Women Friends : At a Monthly Meeting of Women Friends held at Haddonfield the 9"" 4 Mo. 1764. A Certificate was produced from Evesham Monthly Meeting recommending Hannah French to the Notice of this Meeting as a Friend in good Unity, which was Read and Received. Evesham Monthly Meeting Minutes : [Men's Meeting] At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham y^ 8'" of y"" 11'" mo. 1764. Hannah French requested certificates to recommend her two sons, Thomas and Robert to the monthly meeting at Haddonfield, Therefore Thomas War- rington & John Lippincott are appointed To make y* Needful Enquiery & prepare Them according & produce Them To Ne.xt Meeting. At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham y'' 6*" of y^ 12"> Mo. 1764. The Friends appointed, produced Certificates on behalf of Thomas & Robert French, according to appointment which were read approved and signed by y*' Clerk. At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham y^ 6*'' of y* 6*'' mo. 1765. A Certificate was produced on behalf of Thomas French from y"' Monthly Meeting at Haddonfield Dated y^ IS"" of y* 5*'' mo. 1765 recommending him to have been orderly whilst amongst them, which was read & rec'd. [Women's Meeting] 9'" of 6*'' mo. 1765 Our friend Hannah French being returned from Haddonfield with a certificate which friends gladly receive. 8**" of 8'" mo. 1765 Hannah French, Hannah Haines, Hannah Foster, and Rebecca Roberts appointed to inspect and correct the minutes of this meeting. DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 259 5"' of 9'" mo. 1765 We the committee appointed by y'' monthly meeting of women friends of Evesham, to inspect and correct y^ minutes of y® said meeting have met agreeable to appointment and have inspected and cor- rected such of them as we tho't needful and agreed with Hannah Haines to transcribe them into the bound book for the sum of one pound two shil- lings. .Signed by us, Hannah Foster, Hannah French, Rebecca Roberts, and Hannah Haines. 5"" of 9"" mo. 1765 There appears a necessity of another elder for Chester Preparative Meeting therefore they have nominated our Friend Hannah French to that service which was sent to y* men friends for their appro- bation. [Men's Meeting] At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham ye 5"* of ye 9"' mo. 1765. The women Friends alfo signified that they proposed Hannah French to be an appointed Elder for Chester preparative meeting which was approved of, & y* Clerk is Directed to Notifie y^ Quarterly Meeting of Ministers & Elders thereof for their concurrence. [Women's Meeting] 10*'' of 2'' mo. 1774 Hannah French one of a committee to visit such as are in y* neglect of attending meetings. 10 — 4 mo. 1783 Hannah French one of the women friends appointed to sit with the Friends of upper Evesham at some of their first Preparative Meetings. 8"' 10 mo. 1784 Hannah French appointed on committee to read and revive some ancient advices of discipline. 5 — P* mo. 1787 Hannah French appointed on committee to attend the meeting for parents and heads of families. [Men's Meeting] Extract from Record book of Sufferings of Friends of Evesham Monthly Meeting for non Compliance of Military duty. Being An Account of Friends Sufferings within the Compass of Evesham Monthly Meeting for refusing to pay a Tax for procuring Powder & other Military Stores & for refusing to be Active in Military Services. The Sums Demanded : Goods taken: the Value thereof; by whom taken, & by what Authority is as followeth. 6'" mo. 1783. Taken from Hannah French (Widdow) by Abraham Winner & John Mott a Coverlid & Blankett rated £1: 10: Substitute Tax demanded about 10 s. 260 GENEALOGY OF THE At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham the 5'" of the 3""" Mo. 1802. One Elder deceased, To wit, Our esteemed friend Hannah French, an Elder of Chester preparative, and Evesham Monthly Meetings, departed this life on the 27" day of the 6*" Mo. 1801 in the 85th year of her age. In her passage through Time, she e.xperienced many scenes of difficulty and probation ; which she was enabled to bear with Christian fortitude ; through the efficacy of that Faith which worketh by love, and is the support of the Righteous through all ages. In the latter years of her life it appeared that her love towards her fellow Mortals evidently increased ; she often expressing in her last illness, earnest Solicitude that her connections with others, would press after the same apprehending it a good preparative for the awful Scene to which with a becoming resignation, she appeared to be hastening. RECEIPT, ROBERT FRENCH [35] TO THOMAS FRENCH [33}, 1745 I Robert French of Chester in the County of Burlington Sec, have Reseved of Thomas French of the Same place Excutor to the Last Will and Testament of my late deceased Father Thomas French one obligation bearing even date with these presents Conditioned for the payment of Thirty pounds currant money and my Fathers horse bridel and Saddel and all his wearing aperrel and I do hereby acquit and discharge The Said Thomas French his heairs Executors and Administrators from all except Thee half of the Seder Swamp that was left between us and from all other actions Cause and Causes of action Suits Debts bils Bonds writings obligations Sum and Sums of money Quarrels and conterouersies of what kind Soever touching his late Deceased Fathers Estate or anj'thing concearning him The above Said Excutor had made moved or depending from the begining of our first acquantance To the date of these presents. In Witness whareof I have hereunto set my hand Seal Dated The Twenty forth day of October in the year of our Lord one Thousand Seven hundred and forty and five (1745) ^KC Sealed and delivered in The presence of Samuel Atkinson Joseph Heritage DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 261 WILL OF ROBERT FRENCH, 1760 Let it be recorded that I Robert French of Chester in the County of Burlington and within the Province of West New. Jerfey Yeoman Being Sick «S; weak of Body, But of Sound and Dispofing mind and memory thanks be given to Almighty God therefore ; and Calling to mind the uncertainty of this life, and the Certainty of Death when it may please Almighty God to call ; and being Desirous that what Temporal Estate it hath pleased God to lend me in this life Shall Come unto Such perfon and perfons, as I shall herein Nominate and appoynt. Herebj' revoaking and making Void all other wills & Testaments heretofore by me made Either by word or writing ; and this only to be taken for the same as followeth Viz'. Imp"^^ I Do hereby order and Direct, that all my Estate may be Sold Both Real and perfonal as Soon after my Death, as my Execu""^ Hereafter Named may think proper, and I Do hereby Impower my Execu"^ or the Survivers of them to make as Good a Deed or Deeds of Conveyance to the purchafer or purchafers of my lands, as I my Self Could do were I perfon- ally present, and out of the firs payments arifing from my Estate I order my Execu"^^ to pay and discharge all my Just Debts whatsoever, and the Remainder of my Estate I Despofe of in the following manner Item — I Give and Bequeth unto my Dear and well beloved Wife Hannah the Sum of One Hundred pounds Procklamation Money to her my Said Wife her heirs and afsigns forever. Item — I Give and Becjueth unto my Son Jonas French & to his Heirs and Afsigns forever ; the Sum of One Hundred Pounds money aforefaid, and Also a gray Mare Bridle and Saddle which was Called his . . . Item — I Give and Bequeth unto my Daughter Mary French and to her heirs and afsigns for Ever a Bay Coult a Saddle and Bridle, and the Sum of fifty pounds Money Afforefaid, to be paid to her by my Execu"^^ as Soon after my Debts are paid as may be Convenient — Item I Give and Bequeth unto my Daughter Hannah French the Sum of Fifty pounds money afforefaid to be paid to her by my Execu'''* in Man- ner Afforefaid to her my Said Daughter her heirs and Afsigns forever — Item I Give and Bequeth unto my other Six Children Namely Thomas French Elizabeth French, Robert French James French Kiziah French and Anne French, the Sum of Fifty pounds Each, to them and Each of them my said Children their heirs and afsigns forever, to be paid to them as they may Severly attain their full ages or married, which may first happen, by my Execu"^^ — Item it is my Will and I do hereby order that all the Remainder of my Estate (after my Just debts and legacies aforefaid are paid), shall be Equily Divided Mongst my Wife and Children Share and Share alike 262 GENEALOGY OF THE Item it is my Will that my Dear and well beloved wife Should have the Interest of Each of my Children's Shares whilst they are under age the Better to Enable her to bring up and Edicate my Said Children . . . Item My will is if any of my Said Children Should happen to Dye before they attain their full age leaving no lawfull Ishue then and in Such Case I order his her or their Share So Dying to be Equily Devided amongst my Surviving Children Share and Share alike — Item I Give and Bequeth unto my Said Wife a Gray mare Saddle and bridle — • Item I do hereby Nominate and appoynt my Said Dear Wife Hannah Execu — and my Brother-in-law James Cattle and my Son Jonas French Executors to this my last Will and Testament in Testamoney whereof I have here unto Sett my hand and Seal the thirty first Day of the Eighth Month in the Year of our of Our Lord One thousand Seven Hundred and Sixty 1760. Signed Sealed pronounced and declared by the within named Robert French to be his last Will and Testament in the presence of us whofe Names are hereunto Subscribed as witnefses thereto. (jlotr^f-/:. '^r^ptck I Tho' Morton John Matlack Samuel Gafkill John Cox Samuel Gaskill and John Coxe two of the Witnefses to the above Will being of the People called Quakers and duly affirmed according to Law did declare and Affirm that they were Present and saw Robert French the Tes- tator above Named Sign & Seal the fame and heard him publish pronounce and declare the above Instrument to be his last Will & Testament and that at the doing thereof the said Testator was of Sound & dispofing Mind Memory and Understanding as far as they know and as they Verily believe and that Thomas Morton and John Matlacke the other Subscribing Evi- dences were present and Signed their Names as Witnefses to the fame together with thefe Affirmants in the prefence of the said Testator. Affirmed at Burlington October ) Samuel Gafkill r' Anno Dom 1760 before j John Cox .S. Blackwood Surrogate. DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 263 Hannah French and James Cattell the Exrs. within Named being of the people called Quakers on their Solemn Affirmation which they took according to Law did declare & Affirm that the within Instrument of writing contains the true last Will & Instrument of Robert French the Tes- tator therein Named deceased as far as they know and as they Verily believe and that they will well & truly perform the same by paying first the Debts of the said deceased & then the Legacies in the said Testament Specified so farr forth as the Goods Chatties & Credits of the said deceased can thereunto extend and that they will make and Exhibit into the Registry of the Prerogative Office at Burlington a true and perfect Inventory of all & Singular the Goods Chatties & Credits of the said deceased which have or shall come to their knowledge or pofsefsion or to the pofsefsion of any other perfon or perfons for their LTfe and Render a Just & true Acct when thereunto Lawfully Recjuired — Affirmed October V 17()0 before S. Blackwood Surrogate. INVENTORY OF THE ESTATE OF ROBERT FRENCH, 1760 An Inventory of the Goods Chattels and Credits of Robert French Late of Chester in the County of Burlington Dec. Taken and Appraised by us under : written the 24"' day of September 1760 £ S P To wareing Apparrel in the Lodging Room 9 To a ffether Bedd and ff urniture 10 To 2 old Chests and Sundries therein 1 10 To a Case of Old Drawers 20/. To a warming pan & Bedd 15/ 1 15 To a Small Looking glass 5/ Glass Bottles &c 2/6 7 6 To Sundries old pewter in the frunt Room 17 6 To pair of Stilyards Lantron old pine tables 15 To Sundry old chairs worsted and woollen Yarn 2 6 6 To 2 old wheels old Sive &c 17/6 To Sundry old books &c 1 9 6 To a Bed and Bedding in the first Room upstairs 8 10 To an old Chest and Some Bed Cloaths therein 1 4 To a ffether Bed and beding in the Second Room 4 10 To 2 old Chaff Beds and Beding 3 To wooU Tubs and Sundries 25/ To an old Saddle 19/. . . 2 4 To an old Gun 12/ in the Kitchen 12 To a Dough Trough 5/ To Sundry Iron potts pott Rase &c 22/6 1 7 6 To End Irons and Shovel Tongs &c 18 264 GENEALOGY OF THE To Tubs pails lic 7/6 To Sundry old Iron Edge tools &c 22/6 1 10 To old Casks &c in the Cellar 1 3 To Edge tools Chains and Sundries in the Smoak house. . . 2 2 To Rye in the Stack Suposed to be 65 Bushel a 2/6p 8 2 6 To wheat in the Stack Suposed to be 15 Bushel a 4/ 3 To a Stack of Gates 5 To Flax & Sundries in the Barn 1 11 To Sundry Stacks of hay 15 To 23 Sheep * 6 10 To 3 old ploughs and a harrow 2 8 6 To an Iron Bound Waggon £9— To 2 old Carts £4: 10:... 13 10 To 6 Cows at 70/p To 3 heffers a 40/p Yearling D" 30/. . . 28 10 To a Yoak of Oxen 12 To a field of Indien Corn and Some punkins 8 10 To one thousand Shingles at home 3 To Eight Thousand Shingles at the Ceader Swamp 16 To Scythes Grind-stone Geers old harrows &c 1 7 6 To a piece of Buck : wheat 1 To a Gray Mare £10— To D° £10— To a bay coult £8 28 To a gray Horse £7 To an old Gray Mare 10/ 7 10 To 16 Small Hoggs & 14 Piggs 14 To 16 Yards of Tomey at 4/6p 3 12 John Cox Enoch Roberts John Coxe and Enoch Roberts the Appraisers of the above Inventory being of the People called Quakers and duly Affirmed According to Law. did declare and Affirm that the Goods Chatties and Credits in the above Inventory Set down & Specified were by them Appraised according to their Just and true Respective Rates and Values after the best of their Judgment & Understanding an that they Appraised things were brought to their View for Appraisement Affirmed Octo 1"* 1760 before John Cox S. Blackwood Surrogate. Enoch Roberts Hannah French and James Cattell Executors of the last Will and Testa- ment of Robert French deceased being duly Affirmed according to Law did declare & Affirm that the Above Writing contains a true & perfect Inventory of all & Singular the Goods Chatties & Credits of the said deceased as farr as have come to their knowledge or possion or to the possession of any other person or persons for their Use Affirmed October P' 1760. Hannah ffrench before me James Cattell S. Blackwood .Surrogate. DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 265 SUMMARY OF WILL OF HANNAH FRENCH, 1785 Hannah French — Chester, Burlington Co., N. J. Widow. Date— 12 mo. 12th— 1785 Proved, August 18-1801 Children — Robert French — After directing that her debts and funeral charges be paid — " I give all the rest, residue & remainder of my personal estate (excepting my wearing apparel) Together with all that Mefsuage, Tenement Plantation & tract of Land whereon I now dwell Situate in Chester afores* with the Appur- tenances thereunto belonging, to my Son Robert French sub- ject to the following Incumbrance, that he maintain my Son Jonas French during his natural life." Jonas — to be maintained during his natural life by Robert and his Heirs, Admr'' or afsigns. Executor, Son Robert French C Joshua Hunt Witnesses : } Esther Hunt Jun"" (_ William Roberts. 'am<^/ 'i<(frml m >z>oc> eTHTS B\LL of FTFTEEN SHILLINGS Proclamation, ■* is emitted by a LA IV of the Colony of NEW- JERSEY, )a(rcd in the Fourteenth Year of the Reign of his Majcfty t^:„„ ^ =• -o D o n- .i._ Third. Dated MARCH aj, 1776. FIFTEEN. SHILLINGS. ^^?^f^ m m 1 •-.^..^i^^^i.; COLONIAL MONEY OF NEW JERSEY, 1776 On the reverse side is an engraving of a skeleton leaf, with the words : " Fifteen Shillings. To counterfeit is death. Burlington, New Jersey. Printed by Isaac Collins." 266 GENEALOGY OF THE EVESHAM MEETING The first account of this meeting states that Friends assembled for wor- ship at the house of William Evans, in 1694. He was the progenitor of the Evans family in New Jersey and came with the pioneers to Burlington in 1677. The first meeting house was built about 1698, when regular meet- ings Avere established. Referring to this meeting appears the following minute in the Haddonfield records, authorizing the establisliment of Pre- parative and Monthly meetings : " Request for this meeting was laid before Haddonfield Monthly Meet- ing 23 of ye 3'* Mo. 1759 and was kept under consideration of ye Quarterly Meeting until ye 21 of 3"* Mo. 1760, ye sd request was granted." The following minute also appears : " It having been observed by some Friends of Evesham and Chester Meetings the great increase of a hopeful and rising generation among us, and the comfortable increase of our meetings for worship, from hence a concern arose for their further advancement in the blessed Truth ; and having by experience seen the need and use of church discipline, and the necessity of waiting for Divine aid in the management thereof; and observ- ing the increase and multiplicity of business at Haddonfield Monthly Meeting, of which we are members, by reason whereof our aff'airs could not be carried on with that improving calmness and deliberation which the nature of the service required ; and being concerned that generations to come may ask and seek for the good old way, and may walk therein by a clear illumination of mind and simplicity of manners ; — under these con- siderations a concern arose to request that Evesham and Chester might be constituted to hold a separate Monthly Meeting; which, after several years' deliberation, and a firm persuasion that it might be for general service, was accordingly done, as the minutes do set forth." In 1760 the second meeting house was built. In 1798 it was enlarged and a partition put in. After 1828 both branches of the Society used the same building, a quaint specimen of old-time meeting houses. The wood- work was not painted, except around the doors and windows. On the north side of the building Avas a well which was filled up in 1846. The original lock on the front door was eight by eleven inches, two inches thick, fastened by heavy bolts. The key weighed nearly one half a pound. In the old house was a librarv filled with books as old as itself. < X > a a o M O H cd o o DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 267 37— MARY FRENCH (Thomas, 1; Thomas, 6). m. First, April 15th, 1736, Nathan Middleton. He d. 1760. m. Second, 9th mo. 17th, 1761, George Matlack. 136— BEULAH MIDDLETON 137— NATHAN MIDDLETON, JR. Thomas French [6], father of Mary (French) Middleton, in his will dated 1745, bequeathed to his " daughter Mary's four sons each of them five pounds when they attain their full age." At least three of these sons appear to have been deceased at the time of the death of Nathan Middleton, in 1760, as only one son is mentioned in his will. Nathan Middleton was constable of Chester Township, Burlington Co., N. J., in 1732, and overseer of highways, 1748-49. SUMMARY OF WILL OF NATHAN MIDDLETON, 1760 Nathan Middleton Chester, Burlington Co. N. J. Yeoman ; " sick & weak in body " Date June 6th — 1760. Proved — June 30 — 1760 at Burlington. Wife Mary remainder of my personal estate, & use of my plantation where I dwell, until son Nathan is 21, to enable her to bring up my children Children — daughter, Bulia a lot of land to be taken off from my planta- tion as follows ; beginning at corner of Joshua Bispham's field next adjoining the land whereon the Meeting houfe stands & to extend from s'^ Bisphams corner a perrilal Courfe with his line to my Meadow fence thence as the fence now Stands to the Road Between my plantation and the plantation late Nehemiah Haines's thence a South Courfe up the sd road to the Meeting-house Lands, thence part by the Same and part by the Said Bispham's Land to place of beginning ; also give her a case of Drawers other articles of furniture, largest brass kettles and warming pan, my young Sorrel'd Mare &c &c. when 18 or married ; £30 to be paid by son Nathan 3 years after he comes of age Son Nathan rest of my lands & plantation 1 horse 2 cows when 21 Executors — Wife Mary friend Sam' Stoke . i/Pa^hn?n^'b/!k^rPr-. Witnesses Robt French W'" Thomas John Cox Inventory Taken June 24 — 1760 — £321 To Martin Hefter's a Dutch Lad's Time 4 yrs — £14. To Phillip Acreman's a Dutch boy's time 6 yr — £18. 268 GENEALOGY OF THE 42— CHARLES FRENCH, JR. (Thomas, 1; Charles, 8). b. 8th mo. 12th, 1714. d. 1st mo. 15th, 1785. m. 10th mo. 6th, 1739, Ann Clement, daughter of Jacob and Ann (Harrison) Clement. She b. 9th mo. 24th, 1720. d. 8th mo. 9th, 1778. 138— ANN FRENCH b. September 24th, 1740. m. 12th mo. 12th, 1757, Jacob Wilkins. 139— ABIGAIL FRENCH b. January 18th, 1742. m. 9th mo. 1760, John Brick, 3rd. 140— JACOB FRENCH b. April 28th, 1745. m. 12th mo. 3rd, 1772, Elizabeth Stokes. 141— SAMUEL FRENCH b. September 17th, 1748. m. 4th mo. 7th, 1769, Sarah Heulings. 142— ELIZABETH FRENCH b. February 18th, 1750. m. First, 10th mo., 1768, James Wills. m. Second, 4th mo. 11th, 1787, Moses Wills. 143— CHARLES FRENCH, 3RD. b. October 25th, 1753. m. May 29th, 1783, Sabilla Stokes. 144— ELEANOR FRENCH b. March 19th, 1756. m. First, 11th mo. 23rd, 1775, Hugh Hollings- ^ head, m. Second, Joseph Matlack. 145— HOPE FRENCH b. November 5th, 1763. m. 1st mo. 1780, William Black, 3rd. 146— SARAH FRENCH b. January 3rc], 1765. d. 8th mo. 3rd, 1778. (Birth dates of children are taken from Charles and Ann French family Bible; dates of marriages are from Meeting and Church records.) DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 269 CHARLES FRENCH, JR. Charles French, Jr. [42], learned the trade of mason, supposedly while a resident of Philadelphia, whence he removed to Moorestown, New Jersey, about 1740. He pursued his calling successfully and became a land owner in that vicinity. Yet like his forbears he was devoted to rural life and the cultivation of the soil. April 20, 1747, he purchased of James Childs a fine piece of land, 259 acres in extent, located on both sides of the south branch of Pensaukin Creek, partly in Evesham Township, Burlington County, and partly in Waterford Township, then Gloucester, now Camden County, near the present hamlet of Fellowship. This property had first been taken up by the Inskeep family, three brothers, jointly interested, James, Joseph and John, selling it to their father, November 8, 1727. He sold it, December 31, 1728, to James Childs, who, nearly twenty years later, conveyed it to Charles French, who made it his homestead throughout the remainder of his life, increasing his holding until a final survey, in 1782, showed that he owned 460 acres in that immediate neighborhood. In all lines of industrial effort he prospered greatly, exercising large influence throughout the community. In 1760 he assisted in building the second Friends' meeting house, Moorestown, one of his associate workmen being Mathew Allen, whose ancestor was a son-in-law of Thomas ffrench, the pro- genitor. At this time he became an overseer in Chester Meeting, Moores- town, and with his wife was active in the affairs of the Society, frequently sitting as representative in Quarterly Meetings at Haddonfield and Salem. In later life he took special interest in Evesham Meeting. In 1771, Charles French availed himself of a special opportunity, at Sheriff's sale, at Woodbury, purchasing 1,000 acres of "land and swamp." with saw mill, farm houses, etc., located along and near Raccoon Creek, Greenwich (now Harrison) Township, about three miles from Mullica Hill. This extensive property, belonging to James Budd, was in four tracts, partly cultivated, other sections containing valuable timber. The purchase price was 505 pounds, little more than one half the amount of the judgment. Soon thereafter this property was taken charge of by the owner's son, Samuel French [141], whose inheritance it became, about ten years later. The will and inventory of Charles French [42] shows that at the time of his death, in 1784, he was a man of large possessions. Charles French gave much intelligent attention to local affairs and to the promotion of public improvements. He became known as " straight roads " 270 GENEALOGY OF THE French, on account of his vigorous advocacy of direct highways. Many amusing anecdotes were told of him in this connection. One neighbor sold out to get clear of him. Locating at some distance, he was amazed and vexed one day to find his pursuer, with a party of surveyors, prospecting across his land for a new road. After a parley he good naturedly accepted the situation. Upon another occasion the energetic roadmaker became so absorbed in his work in the woods, following the survey, he forgot his horse and buggy, going home with a neighbor at nightfall. After supper his black servant had to walk several miles to rescue the forgotten horse. MEETING RECORDS Haddonfield Monthly Meeting Minutes : 8 — 8 — mo. 1739 Charles French & Ann Clement the first time Signi- fied their intention of taking each other in marriage, the sd. Charles is acquainted that a few lines from Frds. of Phila. will be expected at their next appearance and also appoints Joseph Stokes & John Hollingshead to make proper enquiry while sd. Charles hath had his living amongst us & make their ans. to our next Monthly Mtg. 12 — 9 — mo. 1739. Charles French & Ann Clement y* second time Sig- nified their intention of marriage ; this meeting after receiving Satisfaction concerning Charles clearness on y^ account of marriage according to y* good order used amongst us & appoints Timothy Matlack and Jos. Tomlin- son to be present at sd. intended marriage to see it accomplished orderly. 11 — 10 mo. 1739. Joseph Tomlinson reported that he was present at the marriage of Charles French and Ann Clement and that it was accomplished orderly. Haddonfield Minutes of y* Mo : Meeting of Women Friends : Att a m'-ly m*g of wo"" fr"' held at Haddonfield y" 8'" of S"" 1739 at s"* m*g Charles French & Ann Clements signified y"" intentions of m''g, m'g ap*' Marth" Matlack & Rebecca White, to make y* ufual inquirie & report to next m*g. Att a m°ly m*g of wo'" fr"' held at Haddonfield y* 12"" of 9"' 1739 Charles French & Ann Clement signified y* continuation of y"" intentions of m'"g, confent of parties concernd ap''g, & retu''n of inquirers clear, y* m*g confents to y* accomplifhm* y"" of, & apoints Martha Matlack, & Rebecca White, to see good o'^d'"s kept, & report to next m*^ Att a m''ly m'g of wo'" fr"' held at Haddonf" y" 10'" of 10*" m" 1739 but y* fr**' ap'*" to tend C. French &c was not acquainted w*" y" time. DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 271 MARRIAGE CERTIFICATE Whereas Charles French of the County of Burlington in the province of New Jersey Brick-layer and Ann Clement Daughter of Jacob Clement Late of the County of Gloucester Deceased having Declared their Inten- tions of marriage vi^ith Each Other before Several Monthly Meetings of the People Called Quakers at Haddonfield within the County of Glouce*"" Afores* According to the Good Order Used amongst them & Having the Consent of Relations Concerned their Said preposal of Marriage was allowed by the Said Meeting. Now These are to Certify whom it may concern that for the full accomplishing their s**. Intentions this Sixth Day of the tenth Month in the year of our Lord one thousand Seven hundred and thirty nine they the Said Charles French takeing the said Ann Clement by the hand Did in a Sollemn Manner Openly Declare that he took her the Said Ann Clement to be his wife promising through the Lords Afsistance to be unto her a loving & faithful Husband untill Death should seperate them ; & then and their in the Same Assembly the said Ann Clement did in like manner declare that she took Charles French to be her husband promising through the Lords Assistance to be unto him a faithfull & Loving wife untill Death Should Sepperate them & Moreover they the said Charles French & Ann Clement She According to the Custom of Marriage Assuming the name of her husband, as a further Confirmation thereof did then and there to these Presents Sett their hands & we whose names are here under Also Subscribed being present at the Sollemnization of the sd. Marriage & Subscription have as witnesses there unto Set our hands the Day and Year above Written. Charles French Ann French Elizabeth Tj-ler Samuel Clement James Hinchman Jacob Clement Thomas French, Jr. Mary Middleton Uriah French Hannah Hinchman Benj. Heritage Thomas Bate Wm. Hinchman Nathan Middleton Simeon Ellis Thomas French Mary Ellis Harry Bate Sarah Ellis Kesia Williott Sarah Ellis, Jr. John Hinchman and 20 other names not in the relatives' column. 272 GENEALOGY OF THE Haddonfield Monthly Meeting Minutes Continued : 10 — 1 — mo. 1746 Joseph Heritage reported from the Preparative Meet- ing of Chester that said meeting has appointed Charles French to be one of the overseers of the Grave Yard at said Chester which was approved of by this meeting 14 — A — mo. 1760 Chas. French one of the friends added to ye com- mittee on ye affair of those whose general conduct has denied ye way of Truth. 9 — 6 mo. 1760 Edmond Hollingshead from ye preparative meeting at Chester reported that Robt. Hunt requested to be released from being an overseer and that he proposed Charles French in his stead which this meet- ing concurs with. Evesham Monthly Meeting Minutes : Agreeable to ye Direction of ye Quarterly Meeting held in ye 3'' & 9'" months Last Friends of Evesham and Chester held their monthly meeting at Evesham on ye 9th of ye 10th m° 1760 Edm* HolHnshead & Charles French are appointed overseers of Chester meetings. At a monthly meeting held at Evesham y^ 9'" of y'' 4'" mo. 1761 Wm. Foster, Thos. Evens, Edmond HolHnshead, Thos. Wilkins, John Roberts & Charles French are appointed agreeable to y" Direction of our Last Quar- terly Meeting, to confer with friends of Haddonfield monthly meeting in what manner to hold our youths meeting for y'' Future & to assist in pre- paring a report to be Sent to y" next Quarter, but y" time for sd friends to meet is referd to f*^ of Haddonfield to appoint. At a monthly meeting held at Evesham y'' 8'" of y" 4"" Mo. 1762 Isaac Evens produced a copy of a minute importing that the monthly meet- ing at Haddonfield had appointed a committee to settle the Quotas for the Yearly Meeting Stock, Therefore Charles French, John Roberts, Wm. Foster, & Isaac Evens are appointed to joyn them in that Service, to meet at Had- donfield the 12th Instant at nine o'clock and report their proceeding to our next meeting. At a monthly meeting held at Evesham y^ 7"' of y^ 7^'' mo. 1763 Friends from Chester meeting reported that Charles French requested to be released from y^ service of an overseer, & that they proposed Joshua Roberts to that service in his stead which was approved of. DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 273 Quarterly Meeting Minutes of Gloucester and Salem (Haddonfield) : 1768 — Joseph Gibson, William Foster, Josiah Albertson, Charles French, Solomon Lippincott, Mark Reeve, & David Cooper were " desired to pre- pare an Epistle of Advice and Admonition to the Several Monthly Meetings on the subject of Horse racing, fox hunting etc." The Committee appointed at last Meeting reported in Writing as follows: We of the Committee appointed to consider the Queries from Haddon- field proposed to last Quarterly Meeting, having several times met on the Occasion & solidly deliberated thereon, in Answer to both the Queries, do give it as our Sense & Judgement, That, being a Party to a Horse Race and Wager is not in the Sense of our Discipline a Crime that requires to be condemned, or Testified against in a public Manner That Horse-Racing is to be considered as Vain Sports, and Wagers as Lotteries : — Nevertheless, as it is of a very corrupting Nature, and many times leads into Things that are publicly Scandalous ; when this is the Case, it may be necessary for Monthly Meetings to testify publicly against such Conduct, unless the Offenders will take it on themselves by a public Acknowledgment, in which Cases, the Age, & other Circumstances of the Offenders ought to be considered Haddonfield ),,,,., ,i , • i_ -^^ j . nr ^• ^ , ^ .-.^ !■ All which nevertheless is submitted to ye Meeting 24th 3 mo. 1768 \ Joseph Gibson William Foster Josiah Albertson Charles French Solomon Lippincott Mark Reeve & David Cooper Which being twice read, after a Time of solid Consideration it was approv'd, & the Clerk is directed to deliver a Copy thereof to Haddonfield Monthly Meeting. — They also produced an Essay of a Testimony to be pub- licly read against Horse Racing, Fox Hunting &c. which being read was approv'd and the Clerk is directed to send Copy thereof to the several Monthly Meetings, who are to order the same to be publicly read on a First Day at each of their particular Meetings and may have the same repeated as often as they find necessary. DEED, CHARLES FRENCH TO BARZILLIA COATES, 1769 This Indenture made the seventeenth day of January in the year of our Lord One thousand seven hundred and sixty nine Between Charles French of Waterford in the County of Gloucester and province of New Jersey Yeoman of the one part, and Barzillia Coates of Willenborough in the County of Burlington and province afs** yeoman of the other part. 18 274 GENEALOGY OF THE Witnefseth that the said Charles French for and in Consideration of the Sum of Six pounds proclamation Money to him paid by the said Barzilla Coates, the Receipt whereof he doth hereby Acknowledge and him the said Barzilla Coates of and from the same doth acquit and discharge hath granted Bargained and Sold, and by these Presents doth grant bargain & Sell unto the said Barzilla Coates his Heirs and Afsigns all that Tract of Land Surveyed to his Grand Father Thomas French in 1684 situate in the Township of Willenborough afs** Bounded as foUoweth to wit, Beginning at a Corner Tree formerly John Roberts's by Rancocas alias Northampton River, and runs thence by the said Land of John Roberts One hundred and twenty Chains North North East half a point North to a Brook called Mill Creek to another Corner Tree of the said John Roberts. Then up by the said Mill Creek forty four chains and an half to a white Oak marked for a Corner, Then South South West half a point South to a Stake for a Corner at Northampton River afs'' Then down by the said River to the first mentioned Corner. Together with twenty Acres for Meadow lying and being the next Meadow below Thomas Olives Meadow on the same side the said Northampton River, as now mark'd out by the upland, the North West side of the same, abutting upon the beginning of that part of the River called long Reach, a little Island in the River lying upon the South East side thereof surveyed for Six hundred Acres as by the Survey thereof recorded in Revell's Book of Surveys fol : 83 in the Secretary's Office in Burlington appears Excepting thereout such parts as have been already legally granted sold and Conveyed to any Person or Persons whomsoever Together with all and singular the Rights, Liberties Priviledges, Heredita- ments and appurtenances Rents Ifsues & profitts thereof or any part thereof, and all the Estate Right & Title of him the said Charles French of in and to the same To have and to hold the said Tract or parcel of Land and Meadow with all and singular the Rights Liberties Priviledges Heredita- ments & appurtenances to the same belonging (except as above excepted) unto the said Barzilla Coates his Heirs and Afsigns To the only Ufe and Behoof of the said Barzilla Coates his Heirs and Afsigns for ever And the said Charles French for himself his Heirs Executors and Administrators doth Covenant to and with the said Barzilla Coates his Heirs & Afsigns by these presents That he the said Charles French and his Heirs, and all and every other Person and Persons anything having or claiming in the said Tract or parcell of Land Tenements and Premises or any part thereof by from or under him shall and will from time to time and at all times at the Reasonable request, and at the Costs and Charges in the Law of the said Barzilla Coates his Heirs or Afsigns make and Execute, or cause to be made and Executed all and every such further or other lawfull & Rea- sonable Act or Acts thing or things Device or Devices whatsoever for the further, better and more perfect Granting Conveying and Afsuring the said Tract or parcell of Land Tenements & Premises afs" (except as before DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 275 excepted) unto the said Barzilla Coates his Heirs or assigns. To the only use & Behoof of the s'* Barzilla Coates his Heirs & Afsigns for ever as by the s" Barzilla Coates his Heirs or Afsigns or his or their Council learned in the Law shall be reasonably devised, advised and required — provided such further Afsurance Contain no other Covenant than is Comprised in this Deed. In Witnefs whereof the parties to these presents have inter- changeably set their hand and Seals dated the day & year just above written Charles ffrench [Seal] Sealed & Delivered in the presence of John Lanning, John Norton. WILL OF CHARLES FRENCH, JR., 1784 Let it be Recorded that I Charles French of the Township of Waterford in the County of Gloucester in the State of New Jersey Yeoman, being at this time of sound and disposing mind and memory, thanks be given unto Almighty God therefor. And Calling to mind the uncertainty of this Life and the Certainty of Death when it may please God to Call, and being desirous that the Temporal Estate which it pleased divine Provi- dence to bless me with in this life, shall come unto such persons as I shall herein after nominate and appoint hereby revoking and making void all former Wills and Testaments by me made, either by word or Writing and this only to be taken for the same as followeth Viz. Imprimis I Will and order that m}' Executors hereafter named, do pay all my funeral Charges, and Just Debts, out of my personal Estate, as soon after my Decease as can Conveniently be done. Item I Give and Devise unto my son Jacob French a Certain piece of Land at the Eastwardly end of my Plan- tation whereon he now Dwells, as the same was lately ran of by David Fisher. Beginning at a stone in the old Line of my Plantation standing on the ditch Bank thence South thirty Degrees, West five Chains to a stone thence North Thirty three Degrees, West five Chains and Twenty seven links to a stone, thence South Seventy five Degrees, thirty minutes. West fourteen Chains and forty four Links to a White oak, then South Twenty Eight Degrees, West Twenty six Chains and Seventy five links to a stone, thence South Eighty Six Degrees and thirty minutes, East Eight Chains and Eighty links to a White oak, thence South Thirty nine Degrees, West nine Chains and Sixty links to a stone by the Road, thence North Eighty Eight Degrees, East thirteen Chains and Sixty links to a Black Oak in John Lippincott's line thence Along said line. North fifty nine Degrees, East Nineteen Chains and fifty links to a Black oak Corner to Thomas Hollinshead's Land, thence by the same North Twenty Six Degrees and fifteen minutes. West Ten Chains and Seventy links to a Stone, thence North Sixty six Degrees and thirty minutes. East Twelve Chains and Twenty five links, to a stone, thence North Twenty five Degrees, and thirty 276 GENEALOGY OF THE minutes West Eight Chains and Ninety links to the Beginning Corner. Containing Seventy five Acres, and one half Acre be the same more or less, all which Seventy five Acres and half of Land, with the Buildings & Im- provements thereon or thereunto belonging, I Give and Devise to my said son Jacob French during his natural Life (Excepting only the Grist Mill Stream of Water hereafter Devised to my son Charles French) Item in case my said son Jacob should die before his present Wife, then and in that case I Give and Bequeath the use and profits of the said Plantation unto her during the time she may remain my said son Jacob French's Widow and no longer. Item after the Decease of my said son Jacob, and the Decease or Second Marriage of his said present Wife, I do hereby order and it is my Will that my Executors or the Survivor of them, or any other person or persons that he or they may Authorize or appoint, shall sell the said Plantation to the best bidder And all the money Arising from the sales, of the said Plantation I Give and Bequeath unto my said Son Jacob's Children to be Equally divided amongst them share and share alike. Item In case any or either of my said son Jacob's Children should Die before the said money can be divided, it is my Will that if him her or them so Deceased should leave Lawful Issue that such Issue shall have the Parents share or devidend. Item I Give and Devise unto my son Charles French And to his Heirs and Assigns forever, all the Remainder of my Land and Plantation whereon I now Dwell with the Grist Mill and other Improvements thereunto belonging, together with all my Household Furniture and farming utensils, he my said son Charles paying out of the same the sum of Five Hundred pounds, unto my Daughters in manner hereafter mentioned. Item Whereas there is a Ditch that Runs through part of the Land Devised to my son Jacob that Conveys a Stream of Water to my Grist Mill to prevent any Dispute hereafter, I Give and Devise the said Stream of Water unto my said son Charles his Heirs and Assigns forever, that is to say Ten feet of Land on each side the Middle of the Water Course, so far as the same Runs through the Land Devised to my son Jacob as aforesaid. Item I Give and Devise unto my said son Charles, and to his Heirs and Assigns forever. All my Cedar Swamp Reserving so much timber out of the same as my said son Jacob may want for Rails or Building on his own Plantation and no more. Item I Give and Devise unto my son Samuel French and to Heirs and Assigns forever, all that my several tracts of Land, Plantation and Saw Mill and utensils thereunto belonging whereon he now Dwells in the County aforesaid he paying out of the same the sum of Ten pounds Current money to each of my three Grand Daughters namely Ann, Abigail and Sarah Brick, as they severally arive to the Age of Eighteen years. Item if either of my said Grand Daughters should die under Age, without Issue, I will that her Legacy so Dying shall be paid to her Surviving sisters, or Sister, and if any Child or Children should be left by either of them then the Legacy to be paid DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 277 to her or their Child or Children so Deed. Item I Give and Bequeath unto my Daughter Hope Black the sum of one Hundred pounds Current money of New Jersey to be paid to her by my son Charles French in one year after my Decease, she being as I think the most Necessiatie for the first payment. Item I Give and Bequeath unto my Daughter Abigail Brick the sum of one Hundred pounds money aforesaid, to be paid to her by my said son Charles French in two years after my Decease. Item I Give and Bequeath unto my Daughter Elizabeth Wills, the sum of one Hundred pounds money Aforesaid, to be paid to her by my said son Charles in three years after my Decease. Item I Give and Bequeath unto my Daughter Ann Wilkin the sum of one Hundred pounds money aforesaid, to be paid to her by my said son Charles in four Years after my Decease. Item I Give and Bequeath unto my Daughter Elenor Hollinshead, the sum of one Hundred pounds money aforesaid to be paid to her by my said son Charles in five years after my Decease. Item I Give to Chester Meeting the sum of Twenty pounds towards repairing the Meeting House, and Grave Yard, to be paid by my Executors out of the Interest Arising from the money that may be then due to me. Item I Give & Devise all the Residue and Remainder of my Personal Estate (after my Just Debts and funeral Charges are paid) unto my aforesaid five Daughters to be equally divided amongst them, share and share alike. Item it is my will and I do hereby order that in case any or either of my said Daughters should Depart this Life before their Legacy or Devidend is paid, then and in that case her or their share so dying shall be Divided amongst her or their Children. Item and Lastly I do hereby nominate Constitute and appoint, my said sons Samuel French and Charles French Executors of this my last Will and Testament. In Witnefs whereof I have hereunto Set my Hand and Seal the thirteenth day of the Eleventh Month (November) in the year of our Lord One thoufand Seven Hundred and Eighty-four — 1784 ^^ Signed Sealed published prounounced and Declared by the Said Charles French as and for his Last Will and Testament in the prefence of us the fubfcribing Witnefses who in his prefence & at his Requeft have fubfcribed our Names as Witnefses thereunto — David Davis Samuel Coles Davis John Cox 278 GENEALOGY OF THE David Davis and Samuel Coles Davis, two of the Witnesses to the within Will being duly affirmed According to Law, did Severally Affirm and say, that they saw Charles French the testator therein named Sign and Seal the same and heard him publish pronounce and Declare the within writing to be his last Will and Testament, and that at the doing thereof the said Testa- tor was of sound and disposing mind and memory, as far as these affirmants know and as they verily believe, and that John Cox the other Subscribing Evidence was present at the same time and signed his name as a Witness to the said Will Together with these affirmants in the presence of the said Testator David Davis, Samuel Coles Davis. Affirmed at Burlington March the 29th 1785 before me Herbert McElroy Surrogate The Foregoing Will being proved Probate was Granted by His Excellency William Livingston Esqr. unto Samuel French and Charles French, Execu- tors in the said will named they being first duly Affirmed well and truly to perform the same Exhibit a true and perfect Inventory & Render a Just and true Account when thereunto Lawfully required Given under the Pre- rogative Seal the day and Year aforesd. Bowes Reed Regr. INVENTORY OF ESTATE OF CHARLES FRENCH, JR., 1785 An Inventory of the Good and Chattels Rights Credits and Effects of Charles French of Waterford In the County of Gloucefter And State of Niew Jerfey Dec" Taken and Appraifed this 28"" Day of March 1785 by Us the Subfcribers Which is as follows Viz : To his Wearing apparrel and some other Small Things. £ 21 To his Silver Watch 5 To A Mare Saddle & Bridle 31 To A Bond againft William Black 52 To A Bond againft Samuel French 56 To A Bond againft Ephraim Hains 39 To A Bond againft William Ilinchnuin 346 To A Note againft John Cox 2 To Cafh In Hard Money 24 To Sundry Book Debts 19 To a Cafe & Bottles Total 599 8 5 Thomas Stokes / 4 10 9 6 8 4 3 2 16 2 3 6 7 1 13 4 10 . . ^ Appraiiers David Davis ' DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 279 David Davis one of the appraisers of the within Inventory being dulj' affirmed according to Law did afiirm & say, that the Goods Chattels & Credits in the within Inventory Let down & Specified were ^y him Ap- praised according to their just & true respective rates & values after the best of his Judgment & Understanding & that Thomas Stokes — the other appraiser whose name is thereto subscribed was present at the same time & consented in all things to the doing thereof & that they appraised all things that were brought to their view for appraisement. David Davis Affirmed at Burlington March 29*" 1785 Samuel French & Charles French Executors of Charles French dec'' being duly Affirmed according to Law did affirm & Say that the within In- strument of Writing Contains a true & perfect Inventory of all & Singular the Goods Chattels & Credits of the s** deceased that have come to their Knowledge or Pofsefsion or to the Pofsefsion of any other Person or Persons for their use — Affirm'd ut Ante Coram me ) Samuel French Herbert M'"Elroy Surrogate ) Cha^ French ANCESTRY OF ANN (CLEMENT) FRENCH Samuel Harrison, mariner, located in Gloucester County, N. J., sometime prior to 1688. Various genealogical investigations have discovered traditional ground for belief that this early adventurer in West Jersey was a son or grandson of General Thomas Harrison, a noted leader in the English Revolution of 1648, one of the signers of the death warrant of Charles I, and who was finally executed after the restoration of the monarchy under Charles II, in 1660. Samuel Harrison m. Sarah, daughter of William Hunt, and had children : William, Samuel and Ann. In 1689 he bought land near Woodbury Creek from Thomas Gardiner, administrator for the estate of Thomas Matthews, original purchaser; and in 1691, an additional tract from Thomas Sharp of Newton. He was highly esteemed and respected in the community, and it is interesting to note that in 1697 he was made "heir and executor of real and personal estate," including 450 acres of land in Gloucester Co., of Thos. Penston. By will dated Aug. 5, 1700, proved March 18, 1704/5, Isaac Goodwin " left son John to the care of Samuel Harrison," who was appointed executor of " out- ward " estate. As the latter died in 1703, the execution of this trust became the duty of his widow, Sarah Harrison. Inventory of personal estate of Samuel Harrison, taken Feby. 9, 1703/4, amounted to £500 17s. 6d., including books £20, plate £28, four negroes £120. Letters of administration were granted to the widow, March 1, 1703/4. Ann Harrison, daughter of Samuel and Sarah (Hunt) Harrison, m. Jacob Clement, born 1678. In 1709 and 1710 Jacob Clement served as sheriff of Gloucester County. He died prior to 1739. In 1720 a son and daughter, twins, were born to Jacob and Ann (Harrison) Clement, and named Jacob and Ann. Ann Clement, the daughter, married in 1739, Charles French [42]. Jacob Clement was a son of James and Jane Clement, who settled on Long Island. James was son of Gregory Clement, a citizen of London, England, member of the Cromwell Parliament, and one of the judges who tried and condemned Charles I, in 1648. 280 GENEALOGY OF THE GREGORY CLEMENT Gregory Clement, a member of the jury which tried and condemned Charles I., King of England, in 1648, was a London merchant. He had taken great interest in the Revolution and entered the Cromwellian parlia- ment in 1646. He was diligent and efficient in the performance of his legis- lative duties, and when he was chosen to sit in judgment upon his dethroned sovereign he reluctantly obeyed the perilous summons, and at the conclusion of the trial set his hand and seal to the historic death warrant. Later he Avas deprived of his seat in parliament, having incurred the displeasure of some of his associates, but was restored after Cromwell's death. With most of the regicides, Gregory Clement disregarded the peril of punishment after the restoration and remained in England. He was arrested and brought to trial. At first he pleaded " not guilty," but later, upon the importunity of his relatives, who thus hoped for mercy, he acknowledged the offense charged. Instead, however, he was excepted from all clemency, both of estate and life, and barbarously executed, with several others, October 16, 1660. The terrible scenes of the hour sickened executioner and spectators, the sentence of the law calling for hanging — partial strangulation only — disemboweling and quartering of the mutilated body, after the head was cut off. Before execution he expressed extreme regret because he had pleaded guilty, which had rendered him " unworthy to die in so glorious a cause." His estates having been confiscated, one of his sons, James, came to America, in 1670, taking up a small tract of land on Long Island. From him descended the Clement family of New Jersey, one of whom was the ancestor of Ann Clement, who married Charles French, Jr., in 1739. The American de- scendants of the men who tried and condemned Charles I, have always en- countered many difficulties in securing essential genealogical facts, on account of the fierce persecution of the regicides after the restoration and the conse- quent destruction of family records, to prevent discovery and possible punishment of those in any way related to them. But in some instances diligent research has been in part at least rewarded. DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 281 WARRANT TO EXECUTE KING CHARLES I, A. D. 1648 At the high Co'^t of Juftice for the tryinge and judginge of Charles Steuart Kinge of England January XXIX*" Anno Dm 1648. Whereas Charles Steuart Kinge of England is and ftandeth convicted attaynted and condemned of high Treafon and other high crymes And fentence uppon Saturday laft was pronounced againft him by this Co'^t to be putt to death by the feveringe of his head from his body OF w'''' fentence execution yet remayneth to be done. Thefe are therefore to will and require you to fee the faid fentence executed In the open Streete before Whitehall uppon the morrow being the Thirtieth day of this inftante month of January betweene the hours of Tenn in the morninge and ffive in the afternoone of the fame day w*" full effect And for foe doing this fhall be yo"^ fufficient warrant And thefe are to require All Officers and Souldiers and other the good people of this Nation of England to be affiftinge unto you in this Service Given under our hands and Seales. To Collonell ffrancis Hather Colonell Huncks and Lieutenant Colonell Phayre and to every of them. Jo. Bradshawe Tho : Grey O Cromwell Edw. Whalley M. Livesey John Okey J Dauers Jo. Bourchier H Ireton Tho Mauleuerer Har: Waller John Blakiston J Hutchinson Willi Goff Tho Pride Pe Temple T Harrison J Hewson Hen Smyth Per. Pelham Ri Deane Robert Tichborne H Edwards Daniel Blagraue Owen Rowe William Purefoy Ad : Scrope James Temple A Garland Edm : Ludlowe Henry Marten Vine' Potter Wm : Constable Rich Ingoldesby Will: Cawley Jo Barkstead Ifaa Ewer John Dixwell Valentine Wauton Symon Mayne Tho : Horton J Jones John Moore Gilbt Millington G fHeetwood J Alured Robt Lilburne Will fay Anth : ftapley Gre Norton Tho. Challoner Tho. Wogan John Venn Gregory Clement Jo : Downes Tho Wayte Tho. Scot Jo : Carew Miles Corbet From original document in House of Lords. 282 GENEALOGY OF THE 43— URIAH FRENCH (Thomas, 1; Charles, 8). m. Mary McCullock. She m. Second, August 10th, 1759, Hugh Creighton of Gloucester County, N. J. 147— CHARLES FRENCH m. 4th mo. 7th, 1773, Rebecca Taylor. 148— SAMUEL FRENCH m. First, November 11th, 1775, Mary Wayne. m. Second, Elizabeth . URIAH FRENCH Uriah French, as was the prevailing custom among Friends in the early days, mastered a trade, becoming a bricklayer and locating in Newton Town- ship, Gloucester County (now Camden County), N. J. In 1749 he bought of James Hinchman, a descendant of the pioneer of that name, about 100 acres of land, near Haddonfield. March 25, 1758, he sold this property to Joseph Bullock, this being a short time before his death. His estate was administered by his widow, Mary French, with her brother-in-law, Charles French [42], as bondsman, as the following memoranda, taken from Glouces- ter County original will files, 1754-60, will show: Uriah French, Bricklayer Newton Township Gloucester Co. N J. Intestate. Adm^ Mary French (widow) of above place. Bondsman Charles French, of above place Date of letters Aug 7 — 1758 Invty taken Aug 4— 1758 total £202 4 5 From estate of John McCollock and other cash £47 1 11 Jacob Clement T ^, n-u I Apprs John Gill J Affirmed to Tune 12—1759. SIGNATURE OF ADMINISTRATRIX DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 283 Account of Hugh Creighton & Mary his wife late Mary French Relict of Uriah French late of Gloucester Co. died who charge themselves with £208 10 S Amount of Inventory £202 4 5 Rec'd of W" Woods Ex" 2 6 " of Archibald Mickles' Est 1 17 6 Cash unappraised being paid to Nath' Brundage before appraisement 2 2 6 £208 10 5 Persons to whom payments were made John Ladd Surrogate Thos Champion John Ilatkinlon Mary Hawhins Beulah Clement James Mulock adm"' of Amos Archer Cha^ Ferguson Benj. Collins Sam' Hugg John Jones Simeon Ellis for Elizabeth Maxwell Jacob Clement Sarah Norris Isaac Kay W" Hinchman Tatum Williams Tho^ Edgerton Geo. Weed Abraham Inskeep Elizabeth Craig John Blackwood John Hillman Sam' Murrell Rob* Friend Price Jacob Albertson Anne Sharp John Gill Saml Harrison for W™ Griscom Tho' Redman James Talman Tho^ Thackra Jacob Burroughs and Kezia Hinchman Rich'' Weeks Henry Crawford Nath' Brundage Hugh Creighton Jo^ Thomas for Exrs John Matlack Jr James Inskeep of Josiah Hewey Rich* " John Bailey Job Siddons Elizabeth Estaugh Isaac Andrews Jacob Stokes adm"' of Joseph Ellis dec'd Judith Jennings — The above account is just and True as to the Charge &. Discharge thereof April 2"— 1764 Hugh Creighton Mary Creighton ORIGINAL SIGNATURE. Examined this Account with the \'ouchers & approved of by me this 2'' April Anno Dom. 1764 Samuel Allinson, Surrogate. 284 GENEALOGY OF THE HUGH CREIGHTON— HADDONFIELD REMINISCENCES Hugh Creighton, who married Mary ( McCullock) French, was a well known citizen of Haddonfield before and during the Revolutionary War. He owned and conducted from 1777 until about 1790 the historic "Tavern House," in which the New Jersey Council of Safety and Legislature met at different times. Their daughter Mary, born 1762, married, in 1787, Dr. James Stratton, son of Benjamin and Sarah (Austin) Stratton, of Cumber- land County, N. J., and resided near Swedesboro, N. J.; their son, Charles C. Stratton, born 1796, died T 859, was member of the New Jersey Assembly from Gloucester County, N. J., in 1821-23 and 1828, Representative in Con- gress, 1837-39 and 1841-43, and Governor of New Jersey, 1845-48. In 1900 the State of New Jersey bought the "American House," the name by which the old hotel was known to later generations, placing it in the care of a patriotic association. On the front wall was placed a tablet bearing the following inscription : Within this building, then a tavern-house, the Council of Safety for New Jersey was organized March 18th, 1777. Herein also, in September of the same year, the legisla- ture unanimously resolved that thereafter the word " State " should be substituted for " Colony " in all public writs and commissions. 1750 1900 While the Creighton's conducted this historic inn at Haddonfield, it was the centre of political, official and social life. Here the famous Committee of Safety held many important sessions. Here were brought, by summary process, many leading citizens to answer more or less serious charges of indifference or hostility to the patriot cause. Here the gravest questions were considered and momentous decisions reached concerning the prosecu- tion of the war and the rights of citizenship. Soldiers of distinc- tion of both armies made the " tavern house " their headquarters. The genial proprietor and his wife, noted for her loving and unselfish disposition, [The historical accuracy of this statement has recently been questioned, by a New Jersey State official. At the time of the publication of this book the matter is a subject of further inquiry by those specially con- cerned.] SI M Q O o o K C DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 285 pi 5^-4;^ possessed many acquaintances, friends and relatives. Con- spicuous among the young folks who participated in a round of innocent pleasure in this ancient hostelry on the King's Highway of Haddonfield, was a merry little Quakeress — Dolly Payne, the bright and beautiful daughter of John Payne, Jr., and Mary (Coles) Payne, then living in Phila- delphia. They were strict and conscientious Friends, and before leaving the home plantation in Scotchtown, Va., they evidenced their devotion to high principles by freeing their slaves. To their bright and fun loving young daughter, the quiet and plainness of the home life became at times dull and monotonous, and the visits made to her Uncle and Aunt Creighton's at Haddonfield, where she entered so heartily into the festive occasions at the inn, were memorable days in the life of Dolly Payne. She greatly enjoyed the drives taken on delightful summer days with kind Aunt Creighton, cousins and friends, to Moorestown, Burlington and Trenton, and the visits which they made on these occasions to the shops. Prominent families of the neighborhood entertained her, and many admirers paid court to her beauty. Withal she remained a member of Meeting, and at Pine Street Meeting House, Philadelphia, 1st mo. 7th, 1790, she married John Todd, a promising young member of the bar and a Friend. A large company was present including Uncle and Aunt Creighton. In the latter part of 1793, Dolly (Payne) Todd was left a widow with a son. She then made her home with her mother, who, owing to loss of husband and means, was endeavoring to make her living by taking boarders. One of her patrons was James Madison, member of Congress from Virginia, and future President of the United States. He was nearly twenty years the senior of young Mrs. Todd to whom he addressed his attentions, and whose beauty had ripened with passing years. There were marked differences in their mental and physical characteristics and tempera- ment, but in 1794 they were married and lived happily together for two score years. As the brilliant and popular mistress of the White House, " Dolly " Madison remembered her happy days at Haddonfield and always cordially welcomed visitors from that locality. 1720 286 GENEALOGY OF THE 47— RACHEL FRENCH (Thomas, 1; John, 9). b. 1705. m. First, Enoch Fenton, son of Eleazer and Eliza- beth (Stacy) Fenton. He b. 1693. d. 1732. m. Second, December 1st, 1735, Nathaniel Wil- kinson. 149— ELEAZER FENTON b. 1723. m. Nov. 7th, 1753, Elizabeth Atkinson. 150— VESTA FENTON m. Jany. 21st, 1754, Obadiah Ireton. 151— RACHEL FENTON 152— ENOCH FENTON, JR. Eleazer Fenton and Elizabeth Stacy were married February 2nd, 1690. She born 8th mo. 17th, 1673; he died 1704. 50— THOMAS BUZBY (Thomas, 1; Mary, 11). m. 1727, Margaret Haines, daughter of Thomas Haines. d. 1773. 152 a— DANIEL BUZBY 153— THOMAS BUZBY, JR. b. 2nd mo. 4th, 1739. m. 1765, Tabitha Hugg. 1S4_AM0S BUZBY b. 7th mo. 20th, 1742. m. First, Patience Springer, m. Second, Rebecca Matlack 154 a— ISAAC BUZBY 155- JOSEPH BUZBY DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 287 53— WILLIAM BUZBY (Thomas, 1; Mary 11). b. 5th mo. 10th, 1714. d. 9th mo. 5th, 1759. m. 8th mo. 25th, 1739, Mary Wills, daughter of Daniel and Elizabeth (Woolston) Wills of Northampton Township, Burlington Co., N. J. She b. 5th mo. 6th, 1718. d. 3rd mo. 12th, 1786. 156— WILLIAM BUZBY, JR. b. 10th mo. 23rd, 17SL m. 6th mo. 9th, 1773, Susannah Deacon. 157— ELIZABETH BUZBY m. 5th mo. 13th, 1767, Samuel Haines, Jr. Daniel Wills, son of John Wills of Northampton Township, and Elizabeth Woolston, daughter of John Woolston of Mansfield Township, Burlington Co., N. J., were married at Springfield Meeting House 8th mo. 13th, 1714. 71— RUTH STOCKDELL (Thomas, 1; Rachel, 4; Mary Allen, 18). m. December 31st, 1735, John Small. He d. 1769. 158— ISRAEL SMALL 159— JONAS SMALL 160— W^ I L LI AM SMALL 161— JOHf^ SMALL 162— ROBERT SMALL 163— RUTH SMALL m. October 13th, 1763, Ann Hinchman. m. December 21st, 1778, Elizabeth Morris. 164— MARY SMALL m. Thomas Archer. In his will, dated August 1st, 1768, approved February 27th, 1769, John Small, yeoman, of Evesham, Burlington Co., N. J., divided his estate, real and personal, amongst his family. Unto his wife he gave the use and benefit of his houses and lands, so long as she remained his widow, in order to bring up his children. To his sons William and 288 GENEALOGY OF THE John six acres of land and ten pounds each. To his son Robert six acres upon arriving at his majority and also five pounds. It was specially provided that these lands should " not to be Lett to any others but some of my sons." To his daughter Ruth Small furniture and five pounds, at 21 ; likewise to his daughter Mary, wife of Thomas Archer, twenty shillings. The rest of his lands to his sons Israel and Jonas Small, equally, with a dwelling house for each, they to pay to their brothers the money legacies above men- tioned. Wife Ruth, son Israel and friend Edward Darnal were named Executors. Israel declined to serve. The inventory of his personal property, appraised by Samuel Garwood and Abraham Borton, showed a valuation of 93 pounds and 15 shillings. 72— HANNAH STOCKDELL (Thomas, 1; Rachel, 4; Mary Allen, 18). b. 1718. d. 6th mo. 16th, 1790. m. 1743, John Stokes, Jr., son of John and Eliza- beth (Green) Stokes, of Willingborough Town- ship, Burlington Co., N. J. He b. 5th mo. 15th, 1713. d. 8th mo. 24th, 1798. 165— MARY STOKES b. 8th mo. 15th, 1745. m. Isaac Newton. 166— JOHN STOKES, 3RD b. 6th mo. 22nd, 1747. m. Susannah Newton. 167— DAVID STOKES b. 11th mo. 12th, 1751. m. 4th mo. 15th, 1784, Ann Lancaster. 168— JARVES STOKES b. 11th mo. 10th, 1753. m. Nov. 27th, 1773, Elizabeth Rogers. 169— HANNAH STOKES b. 10th mo. 12th, 1756. m. First, 4th mo. 9th, 1794, Jacob Haines, m. Second, George Browning. 170— ELIZABETH STOKES b. 5th mo. 31st, 1759. m. 5th mo., 1803, Robert French [131]. 171— RACHEL STOKES b. 2nd mo. 2nd, 1765. m. 10th mo. 12th, 1785, Joseph Hackney, Jr. DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 289 SUMMARY OF WILL OF JOHN STOKES, JR., 1786 John Stokes, Wellingborough Burlington Co., N. J., yeoman Date— 3 Mo— 7th— 1786. Proved August 30th— 1798 Wife — Hannah £100 out of my personal estate £100 to be paid by son John one year after my decease £ SO " " " David in consideration of land I shall hereinafter give to him. Also she is to have L^se of West End of my Dwelling House, both above Stairs and Below — her widowhood Household Furniture ; use of Kitchen, Oven, Pump use of Garden Place where I live, and as much Cyder as shall be necefsary for her own Family Consumtion. 600 weight of good Pork, 400 Weight of good Beef, Ten Bushels of clean Wheat and Ten Bushels of Rye ; Firewood ready Cut and brought to her Door fit for her Room and Use. Also to be kept for her on the Place free of E.xpence a Riding Horse, two Milch Cow and Si.x Sheep. These to be attended to by David Daughters Hannah ) If these daughters remain unmarried at my wife's Elizabeth] death, they are to enjoy all privileges given to their Mother during their unmarried lives. If only one survives the Mother and is unmarried she is to enjoy all above privi- leges until married. Sons — John Stokes My lands and Improvements Lying in Haycock Town- ship, in Bucks Co., Penna., where he now lives, he paying in One year after my Decease to his Mother £100. David Stokes — My Land and Plantation Lying to the Southward of a Line Beginning at a Black Oak Corner standing at the North West Corner of that Land which Aaron Wills bought of the Executors of Thomas Green and from thence to run Westward quite acrofs my Lands to a Stone standing as a Corner to my Land, and there being two Corners near together as setled by Arbitration between me and Jonathan Borden, the Westernmost Corner I fix as the Bounds of this Division ; also all the Land I hold between the said Line and Ancocus Creek with the Buildings ; also all my Cedar Swamp I bought of E.xecutors of John Stockton ; also one half of my Cedar Swamp which I bought of Vincent Leeds lying at Mount Skitt ; also a large Brafs Kettle ; he my son David to pay my wife Hannah £50. in one yr. after my death. 19 290 GENEALOGY OF THE Gervas Stokes — that part of my plantation where he now lives lying Northerly of the above Discribed Line of Division being all my Land between the said Line and Mill Creek with the Buildings and Appurtenances ; Also all that my Cedar Swamp I bought of Revel Elton ; also one Equal Undivided half part of the Cedar Swamp purchased by me of Vincent Leeds. 4 Daughters — Mary Newton the Residue of my Perfonal Estate after Legacies & Debts are deducted, so that Hannah and Elizabeths shares be equal. Also Mary and Rachels shares be also Equal. But Mary and Rachels share to be Each of them £100. less than Hannah and Elizabeth. Hannah Stokes Elizabeth Stokes Rachel Hackney E.xecutors — My Wife Hannah r John Stokes Sons — -{ David Stokes Gervas Stokes Witnesses, Thomas Buzby Samuel Kille Dan' Smith Codicil — dated Aug. 17 — 1791. Whereas in within Will I ordered my Son John to pay to his Mother £100. in case She was left a Widow, and son David to pay her £50 ; but as she is deceased, in lieu thereof Son John is to pay my two Daughters Hannah and Elizabeth Stokes each £25, or £50. to the Survivor in case of the decease of Either in one year after my Death ; and I order Son David Stokes to pay to said two Daughters each £25 ; or £50 to Survivor, in case Either dies in one year after my decease. David is to furnish them or the Survivor of them 300 Weight of pork, 300 Weight of Beef Ten Bushels of clean Wheat and Ten Bushels of Rye as long as they are unmarried ; one horse — two Milch Cows and Six Sheep, all of their own choosing and kept on the place free from Expence. John Stokef [Seal] C Jonah Woolman Witnesses - Edith Peddle (_ Mary Stokes. Inventory taken September 13th — 1798 £2074 " 3 " 1 William Deacon ) , C 1 XT • ■ -^1^1^ Samuel Haines ^ Affirmed to Sept. 15—1798 raisers. DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 291 74— RACHEL STOCKDELL (Thomas, 1; Rachel, 4; Mary Allen, 18). m. 1 739, William Wood, son of Constantino Wood, of Woodbury Creek, Gloucester Co., N. J. He d. 1762. 172— WILLIAM WOOD, JR. m. 1777, Hannah Ladd. 173— RACHEL WOOD 174— SARAH WOOD m. 1773, Samuel Thompson. 175— LETITIA WOOD m. 1772, James Mickel. 176— ANNA WOOD William Wood was a great grandson of Henry Wood, founder of Woodbury, N. J., who came from Bury, England, with his son John, in 1682, and settled on the stream which became known as Woodbury Creek. William was the eldest son of Constantine Wood, who was the third son of John; the latter dying in 1705/6. Constantine, born in 1683, died 1734, was the first child born of English parents in that vicinity. Henry Wood and his son John brought with them the following certificate, recorded in Had- donfield Monthly Meeting Book of Certificates, 1681-1741: The 20'" day of y"^ Second Month 1682 from y** Monthly Meeting att Clithrice [Clitheroe] in y^ County of Lankeshire [Lancashire] To ffriends in America of y" monthly meeting wheare it may fall to the Lott of Henry Wood & John Wood his son to inhabit. These may Satisfie you y* y^ above named Henry Wood & John Wood with their ffamilyes goeing to those ptes is with consent of ff'riends, and we farther sertifie you y' y** both have been faithful to the Truth and great sufferers for their Testimony and are of good report amongst ffriends in several ptes of this County and in several ptes of this nation, so with our Deare Loves to you, remembered Desireing your Loving assistance to both these our Deare ffriends wee rest your ffriends in the truth. MEETING RECORDS Haddonfield Minutes of y" Mo: Meeting of Women Friends: Att a m"ly m'g of wo'" fr'^' held at Haddonf"* y'' 10'" of 10'" m" 1739. Wm Wood & Rachel Stockdale signified y"" intentions of m'"g, E. Ballinger & M. Wilkins ap"* to make y" ufual inquirie, & report to next m'g. Att a m^ly m'g of wo"" fr"' held at Haddonfield y^ 14'" of 11"" 1739/40. Wm Wood & Rachel Stockdale signified y" continuation of y'' intentions of m'g, confent of parents being had, & return of inquirers clear, y" m'g allows y"", to accomplifh y"" s^ m'"g, according to y^ good ord"" abovs**, & ap'^ Eliz Lord & Mary Gibfon, to see good o''ders kept, & report to next m'g. 292 GENEALOGY OF THE SUMMARY OF WILL OF WILLIAM WOOD, 1762 The will of William Wood, dated 4 mo. 30, 1762, proved May 26, 1762, shows him to have been a man of large possessions, both real and personal. His wife Rachel and Ebenezer Miller were made exectuors. It was pro- vided that the widow should have the choice of a personal homestead, ten acres and small house, or the use of a portion of the old homestead ; this and the plantation being devised to the eldest child and only son, William. The remainder of the real estate was to be sold and proceeds equally divided between the four daughters, with 75 pounds each in money additional. Small legacies were devised to his brother Francis ; Constantine Jeffries, son of his sister Leatitia ; his niece, Elizabeth Smith, and cousin, Mary Small. Two hired lads were to have a suit of clothes each if they learned a trade, and one five pounds upon attaining his freedom. In case of the son's death, the widow — remaining such — was to have the care of the education of the children and she was to have the residue of income, after other provisions of the will were carried out. The following inventory of personal property makes an interesting and suggestive showing of the affairs of a prosperous farmer and business man of those days. £ s d To his horse bridle Saddle Wearing Apparel & Cash 107 — — 6 To 9 Feather beds & furniture Desk bookCase & Clock & other household goods 200 — 1 — 6 To Carts Waggon & Other plantation Utensils with Rye Wheat Indian Corn and Oats on the Ground 76 — 16 — 6 To Horses Cattle Sheep and Swine 281 — 6 — To Bonds Bills and Book Debts out Standing 686 — 7 — 3 James Whitall John Wilkins Appraisers £1351 — 12 — 9 CHEST BROUGHT FROM ENGLAND BY HEiNRY WOOD, 1682 DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 293 86— BARZILLAI COATE (Thomas, 1; Rachel, 4; Rebecca Sharp, 21). m. 4th mo. 13th, 1768, Elizabeth Stokes, daughter of Samuel and Hannah (Hinchman) Stokes. d. 2nd mo. 22nd, 1784. 177— EDITH COATE m. Mahlon Budd. 178— HANNAH COATE m. Daniel Smith. 179_WILLIAM COATE m. Sarah Hollingshead. 89— MARY COATE (Thomas, 1; Rachel, 4; Rebecca Sharp, 21). b. 3rd mo.- 16th, 1739. m. 1761, Joseph Ridgway of Springfield Town- ship, Burlington Co., N. J. 180— ISRAEL RIDGWAY b. 11th mo. 16th, 1762. d. 1809. 181— SARAH RIDGWAY b. 6th mo. 17th, 1764. m. 12th mo. 21st, 1785, Isaac Morgan. 182— BEULAH RIDGWAY b. 3rd mo. Sth, 1766. d. 1835. 183— RACHEL RIDGWAY b. 12th mo. 31st, 1767. m. June 26th, 1796, John Butterworth. 184— MARY RIDGWAY b. 12th mo. 11th, 1769. d. 1848. 185- COATES RIDGWAY b. 7th mo. 30th, 1771. d. 4th mo. 13th, 1816. 186— CATHARINE RIDGWAY b. 10th mo. 12th, 1773. m. First, Samuel Potts, m. Second, Samuel Paxson. 187— ANNA RIDGWAY b. 12th mo. 24th, 1775. m. Samuel Butterworth. 294 GENEALOGY OF THE 188— ABIGAIL RIDGWAY 189— JOSEPH RIDGWAY b. 6th mo. 5th, 1778. m. David Bullock. b. 6th mo. 8th, 1781. d. 6th mo. 9th, 1781. 90— BEULAH COATE (Thomas, 1; Rachel, 4; Rebecca Sharp, 21). m. 3rd mo. 30th, 1763, John Ridgway. d. 3rd mo. 30th, 1807. 190— WILLIAM C. RIDGWAY 191— EDITH RIDGWAY 192— REBECCA RIDGWAY m. 7th mo. 19th, 1792, Jeremiah Boone, "Jew- eler of Philadelphia." 193— MIRIAM RIDGWAY 194— MARY RIDGWAY 100— SARAH BROWN (Thomas, 1; Richard, 5; Mary, 25). b. 10th mo. 2nd, 1737. buried 6th mo. 2nd, 1811. m. 11th mo. 11th, 1756, in Chesterfield Meeting, Joseph Scholey of Nottingham Township, Bur- lington Co., N. J. He d. 2nd mo. 10th, 1778. 195— JAMES SCHOLEY b. 9th mo. 19th, 1757. d. 2nd mo. 2Sth, 1826. m. 9th mo. 7th, 1786, Mary Rogers, daughter of Isaac and Ann Rogers, of Windsor Township, Middlesex Co., N. J. 196— SAMUEL SCHOLEY b. 11th mo. 18th, 1759. 197— MARTHA SCHOLEY b. 5th mo. 18th, 1761. DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 295 198— MARY SCHOLEY 199— AXX SCHOLEY 200— JOHN SCHOLEY 201— RACHEL SCHOLEY b. 7th mo. 24th, 1762. m. 10th mo. 12th, 1780, Isaac Thorn, son of John Thorn, of Chesterfield Township, Burlington Co., N. J. b. 5th mo. 1st, 1766. b. 4th mo. 21st, 1769. b. 9th mo. 14th, 1770. 103— KEZIAH SHREVE (Thomas, 1; Richard, 5; Rebecca, 26). b. March 8th, 1730, in Burlington Co., N. J. m. about 1752, Moses Ivins, son of Isaac Ivins, Sr. He d. 1803, in Monmouth Co., N. J- 202— CALEB lYIXS b. 12th mo. 14th, 1753. d. 8th mo. 26th, 1845, in Hornerstown, N. J. m. Sarah Wright. She d. 1821. 203— MOSES lYIXS 204— SARAH lYIXS 205— ISRAEL lYIXS m. John Dixon. b. 2nd mo. 19th, 1760. d. 6th mo. 11th, 1822, near Wrightstown, N. J. m. 1780, Margaret Woodward, daughter of Anthony and Constance (Williams) Wood- ward. She b. 11th mo. 12th, 1759. d. 2nd mo. 17th, 1832. m. March 20th, 1783, Jonathan Cleaver, m. Adam Gibbs. b. 1st mo. 12th, 1768. d. 11th mo., 1851. m. First, Ezra Cook. m. Second, 1799, Aaron Ivins. • William Cleaver, son of Jonathan and Rebecca (Ivins) Cleaver [206], m. Oct. 9, 1823, Jane W. Thomas, their daughter Mary m. Sept. 13, 1842, Hugh DeHaven, their son Holstein DeHaven, president, Real Estate Title Ins. & Trust Co., Phila., m. Nov. 12, 1891, Annah B. (Colket) Gallup, widow of Edwin C. Gallup, and daughter of Coffin and Mary Pennypacker (Walker) Colket. 206— REBECCA IVIXS 207— L YD I A lYINS 208— AXX lYIXS 296 GENEALOGY OF THE 105— CALEB SHREVE (Thomas, 1; Richard, 5; Rebecca, 26). b. 8th mo. 25th, 1734, in Burlington Co., N. J. d. 4th mo. 21st, 1792. m. 11th mo. 19th, 1755, Grace Pancoast, daughter of Thomas and Anne Pancoast. She b. 4th mo. 7th, 1 734. d. 5th mo. 23rd, 1806. 209— PHEBE SHREVE b. 5th mo. 12th, 1757. d. 3rd mo. 26th, 1796. m. 1778, Joshua Forsyth. 210— BENJAMIN SHREVE b. July 7th, 1759. d. April 16th, 1844. m. April 13th, 1785, Rebecca Lippincott. She d. 8th mo. 27th, 1821. 211— ANN SHREVE He b. 10th mo. 10th, 1763. d. 11th mo. 3rd, 1783. m. 3rd mo. 20th, 1782, Michael Rogers, Jr., son of Michael and Ann Rogers, of Not- tingham Township, Burlington Co., N. J. b. 2nd mo. 9th, 1756. 212— REBECCA SHREVE b. 9th mo. 30th, 1764. d. 11th mo. 15th, 1821. m. Isaac Perkins. 213— CALEB SHREVE, JR. b. 10th mo. 30th, 1766. d. 5th mo. 24th, 1836. m. 6th mo. 2nd, 1802, Frances Hunt, daughter of Ralph and Mary Hunt of Lavvrence- ville, N. J. She b. 2nd mo. 27th, 1772. d. 2nd mo. 15th, 1862. 214— REUBEN SHREVE She b. 8th mo. 16th, 1768. d. 6th mo. 19th, 1841. m. 11th mo. 18th, 1795, Mary Scattergood, of Mansfield Township, Burlington Co., N. J. b. 3rd mo. 31st, 1773. d. 2nd mo. 12th, 1821. DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 297 215— THOMAS SHREVE She b. 9th mo. 1st, 1770. d. 2n(i mo. 17th, 1846, in Cincinnati, Ohio. m. 11th mo. 5th, 1801, at Indian Springs Meeting House, Maryland, Ann Hopkins, daughter of John and Elizabeth (Thomas) Hopkins, of Baltimore, Md. b. 2nd mo. 26th, 1775. d. 12th mo. 12th, 1815. 216— GRACE SHREVE b. 10th mo. 15th, 1772. d. 6th mo. 22nd, 1843, unmarried. 217— MARY SHREVE b. 4th mo. 10th, 1775. d. 11th mo. 30th, 1777. CALEB SHREVE Caleb Shreve took a conspicuous and influential part in public affairs dur- ing the critical years when the colonies were struggling for independence. As one of the representatives of Burlington County, he sat in the New Jersey Provincial Congress during its memorable session of 1776, taking an active part in the proceedings and earnestly supporting notable measures proposed by the friends of liberty, though he opposed the adoption of a test vote of allegiance for persons entitled to vote for members of the Assembly at the ensuing fall election. This was the first Assembly of New Jersey to be chosen after the adoption of the new state constitution. He favored a con- ciliatory policy as far as possible, evidently in accordance with his religioua principles, and was fully sustained by his own electorate, through four suc- cessive elections to the Assembly. While a member of the Provincial Con- gress, he voted in favor of permitting paroled persons to secure the return of personal property. July 2, 1776, he voted for the adoption of the new constitution which obliterated colonial goverrmient; and on July 17 joined in the unanimous and enthusiastic endorsement of the action of the Conti- nental Congress in declaring the colonies forever free and independent, the resolution passed pledging the members to support " the freedom and inde- pendence of the State of New Jersey with our lives and fortunes and the whole force of the State." 1^ 298 GENEALOGY OF THE As noted, Caleb Shreve was elected a member of the New Jersey Assembly in 1776, 1777, 1778 and 1779. He was also elected 1783 and 1784. His course as a legislator was the same as in the Provincial Congress, independent and conservative. Some of his votes showed remarkable courage, in view of the events of the times and the excited state of the public mind. A notable instance was his recorded opposition to the confirmation of the Council of Safety. Evidently he maintained a high place in public confidence all the Avhile. He prospered greatly in business, the inventory of his personal estate showing a valuation of nearly $12,000. He died in 1792 intestate and his estate was administered by his sons, Benjamin and Caleb. Although a Friend, himself a non-combatant and a very conservative citi- zen throughout the Revolution, Caleb Shreve did not escape the consequences of war. Among the claims filed at Trenton for damages by British troops in New Jersey in December, 1776, and June, 1778, is an inventory of losses by Caleb Shreve of money, clothing, saddle, bridle, twelve large silver coat buttons, calves, sheep, geese, ducks, turkeys, fowls, shoes, pewter plates and basins, £43 3s. Od. MEETING RECORDS Chesterfield Monthly Meeting Minutes : 4 mo. 5 — 1759 This Meeting being inform'd that Caleb [105] and Israel Shrieve [107] has been guilty of Training and William Shrieve [106] mar- ried contrary to y* good order and Discipline Established amongst Friends Jonathan Cheshire and Anthony Sykes is desired to let them know if they dont make this Meeting Satisfaction as discipline directs they will be Testify'd against. 8 mo. 5"' 1759 Caleb Shrieve laid before this Meeting an Acknowl- edgment Condemning his being guilty of Training which was read and receiv'd. 3 mo. 6 — 1777 The Pre Mee of Upper Springfield reports that Caleb Shreve, John Wood, John Black, Joshua Shreve, William Newbold, Jos. Newbold, John Middleton & Wm. Wood, Junr. had been visited on account of being concern'd in Military services, and that they seemed to justify their conduct therefore Joshua Gibbs, Alex. Howard, Wm. Copperthwait & Garvas Pharo are appointed to endeavour by further Christian Labour if possible to bring them to a just sense of their Transgrelsion and report to next Meeting. DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 299 7 mo. 3'' 1777 One of the Friends appointed to that service reports that Joseph Nevvbold has been served with a copy of the Testification of this Meeting against him and he did not intend to appeal, Anthony Sykes and Fretwell Wright are desired to Afsist them in performing the necelsary labour and care of the cases of Caleb Shrieve, John Wood & John Middle- ton and report to next Meeting. 11 mo. 6*"^ 1777 The Friends appointed to that service produced a Testi- fication against Caleb Shreve Jun"" for acting in or promoting military measures which was read and approv'd and sign'd, and the same Friends are appointed to Read it to him give him a copy if requir'd let him know his right of appeal and report to next meeting. 12 mo 4"' 1777 Joseph Forsyth reports he has read friends Testification against Caleb Shreve to let him know his right of appeal. 7 mo. T^ 1778 Caleb Shreve's Acknowledgment condemning his repaying the money to those who had bought his goods taken for military fines was read and received. BENJAMIN SHREVE [210] The patriotic spirit of the Shreve family was manifested throughout the Revolutionary War, as shown by the records in the Adjutant General's office, at Trenton, N. J. In 1779, Benjamin [210], eldest son of Caleb Shreve, with his cousin, presumably Richard [220], son of William Shreve [106], enlisted at Philadelphia and served six months on board a Letter of Marque called the " Trooper," sixteen guns, commanded by Captain Samuel Howell; and afterwards served for a time under Captain Edward Thomas. In the early autumn of 1782, he joined the Company of Light Horse and Infantry, First Regiment, Burlington Co., N. J., Militia, of which William Shreve [106] was Colonel, and Richard Shreve [220] Captain; and was commis- sioned by Governor Livingston as First Lieutenant. This troop served in an emergency capacity, during times of special danger, until the end of the war, engaging in many skirmishes. On December 26th, 1782, it had a lively encounted with Tory refugees at Cedar Creek, Monmouth County, N. J., where several men were wounded and one killed. On January 6th, 1783, during a skirmish in the same locality, Lieutenant Benjamin Shreve was wounded in the knee, by reason of which he was compelled to retire from the service. He became a Revolutionary pensioner. 300 GENEALOGY OF THE Although a mere lad, only sixteen years of age, Caleb Shreve [213], second son of Caleb, served as a private for short periods in his cousin Richard's command. He was reported with the troop on October 13th, 1782; Novem- ber 5th, 1782, and December 20th, 1782; and took part in the engagement at Cedar Creek, December 26th, 1782. He also served a short time during the early part of 1783. MEETING RECORDS Chesterfield Monthly Meeting Minutes : 2 mo. 6"" 1783 The Friends appointed report they visited Benjamin Shreve [210] in respest to his bearing Arms in a Military way, he informed them he Expected to continue therein, therefore this Meeting disowns him, the said Benjamin Shreve, from being a Member of our religious Society untill he becomes sensible of his Deviation and condemns the same as disci- pline directs. William Satterthwaite and Barzillai Furman are appointed to give him a Copy of this Minute, inform him of his right of appeal, and report to next Meeting. 4 mo. S** 1783 The Friends appointed report Benj Shreve hath been served with a Copy of the Minute of the Meeting against him and inform'd of his right of Appeal. ^> SIGNATURES OF ADMINISTRATORS, ESTATE OF CALEB SHREVE [lOS] DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 301 106— WILLIAM SHREVE (Thomas, 1; Richard, 5; Rebecca, 26). b. 8th mo. 4th, 1737, in Burlington Co., N. J. d. 1812. m. First, May 8th, 1756, Anna Ivins of Spring- field Township, Burlington Co., N. J. m. Second, 12th mo. 15th, 1768, Rhoda Ivins. m. Third, February 21st, 1779, Anne Reckless, widow of Joseph Reckless, Jr., and daughter of Joseph and Hannah Woodward. 218— JEREMIAH WARDER SHREVE b. 1757. m. 1775, Sarah Beck, d. about 1783, at sea. 219— AMY SHREVE 220— RICHARD SHREVE 221— ISAAC SHREVE 222— KEZIAH SHREVE 223— SAMUEL SHREVE m. Ridgway. d. before 1810. b. 9th mo. 25th, 1760. d. 9th mo. 12th, 1822, in Bloomfield Town- ship, Crawford Co., Penna. m. 1783, Margaret Newbold, daughter of Thomas Newbold. She b. 5th mo. 26th, 1766. d. 9th mo. 10th, 1852. 224— ANNA SHREVE b. 9th mo. 1st, 1773. d. 12th mo. 20th, 1846, in Belfast, O. m. Nathan Shumard. Joseph Reckless, Jr., son of Joseph and Margaret (Satterthwaite) Reckless, was born 3rd mo. 27th, 1722, died 11th mo., 1771. He was a Friend of high standing in the Meeting and in the community in which he resided. Chesterfield Meeting records show that he was frequently appointed on important committees for the consideration of "weighty affairs." From 1750 to 1768 he was clerk of Chesterfield township, N. J. He carried on the milling business at the mill formerly owned by his father, near the L 302 GENEALOGY OF THE present site of Recklesstown, N. J. By his will, dated October 30th, 1771, and proved November 26th, 1771, he devised to his wife Anne rents and profits of his grist mill, houses and land in and about Recklesstown, to bring up and educate their children until the youngest son, Robert, was 21, when the property was to be sold and divided among their five sons, Joseph, Isaac, John, Anthony and Robert. And it was devised that these sons were to have equal share of profits arising from the sale of their father's " half of mill called Chapman's, lot containing one acre near Prince Town, 20 acres at Chees Quakes in the south ward of city of Amboy, 108 acres in Hanover township, Burlington Co., quarter part of a saw mill and Pine land." Wife Anne, Robert Field, Esq., William Wood, j-eoman, apjiointed executors. Inventory of personal estate taken 11th mo. 21st, 1771, amounted to £533, Os, 6d. Children of Joseph and Anne (Woodward) Reckless were Joseph, born lOth mo. 29th, 1753, died 8th mo. lOth, 1773; Isaac, born 4th mo. 19th, 1755; John, born 12th mo. 30th, 1756; Robert, born 12th mo. 8th, 1758; Anthony, born 8th mo. 13th, 1760; Robert, born 3rd mo. 1st, 1763; Mary, born 1st mo. 10th, 1765. COLONEL WILLIAM SHREVE Sharing the military spirit of other members of the family, William Shreve rendered himself amenable to the discipline of the Friends' Society as early as 1759, and was dealt with in that year by the Chesterfield Meeting for " Training," evidently in connection with the French and Indian wars. When the Revolution came on he resumed training. August 26, 1775, he was commissioned Second Major, First Regiment, Burlington County, N. J., Militia. September 28, 1776, he was promoted to First Major; March 15, 1777, Lieutenant Colonel, and April 18, 1778, was made Colonel, continuing to serve when occasion required for several years. In August, 1782, his son Richard [220] was elected Captain of the troop of Light Horse belonging to the same regiment. Being active in support of the Revolutionary cause. Col. Shreve suffered with many others during the march of the British army through New Jersey in the summer of 1778. His claim for dainages, submitted to the State gov- ernment, showed a total loss, June 23, 1778, of nearly £1,400, including " one dwelling house 24 X 32-1/2 feet, 2 stories, high Seiled & Painted, built in the year 1765." About the close of the Revolutionary War, Col. Shreve entered mercantile life in Burlington County, but was not successful. On November 2, 1782, he and his wife Anne made an assignment of all their " messuages, lots of ground, lands, tenements, hereditaments and real estate whatsoever and Avheresoever situated, moneys, debts, credits, etc. (except Family's wearing DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 303 apparel)," to three prominent Philadelphia merchants, Jeremiah Warder, Jr., Mordecai Lewis, and Samuel Coates, in trust for his creditors, " anything remaining to be for use of William Shreve and family." On December 12th, 1789, these assignees for "divers sums of money and further sum of £2537 — 10 shillings conveyed to Moses Ivins 304 acres of land, being the same land and premises which William Shreve and wife Ann conveyed to Jeremiah Warder, Mordecai Lewis and Samuel Coates, Nov. 2, 1782"; showing considerable of an estate for those times. It is not known how much accrued to Col. Shreve after the payment of all obligations, but in 1788 he journeyed to western Pennsylvania with his brother Israel and others. Evidently the prospect was not alluring in that locality, as he re- turned to Burlington County, N. J., and resimied business there with success. His will, dated May 1, 1810, proved January 1, 1813, disposed of personal estate amounting to $2,043.00. His wife Anne was given the estate that belonged to her at the time of her marriage, and also one half of the real and personal estate of the decedent, after debts and other small legacies were paid. His daughter, Keziah Shreve, received the other half of the property, and her mother's wearing apparel. His other children's share was one hun- dred dollars each. VICTIMS OF BRITISH VANDALISM The ten days' march of the British army from Philadelphia to the upper New Jersey coast was an occasion of great trial and suffering to a large number of helpless people. At Haddonfield, June 18, 1778, Sir Henry Clinton, the Commander-in-Chief, issued a stringent order against disrepu- table practices, declaring his intention " to execute upon the spot every man maurauding, or who shall quit his post upon the march without permission " ; yet at Crosswicks, five days later, June 23, in the orders for the day the following significant statement appeared : The Houses of Mrs. Shreve and Mr. Tallman having been burned this morning, the Commander in Chief will (if the destruction of the Houses was intentional) give a reward of 25 Guineas to any one who will discover the person or persons who set fire to the above Houses, so that they may be brought to punishment for an act so disgraceful to the Army. The Com- mander in Chief gives notice that any person that may hereafter be found committing such disorders will be delivered to the Provost for immediate execution. 304 GENEALOGY OF THE While near Freehold, Monmouth County, Sir Henry made his headquarters for the night at a farm house which was completely stripped of furniture and valuables, including clothing, and the inmates subjected to humiliation and suffering. The aged mistress of the plantation, 74 years old, was com- pelled to spend the night with her servants in the milk house. The stock was stolen and the damage sustained was very great. At Navesink two men were tried for burning a house and barn and acquitted. One woman camp follower was given 100 lashes on the bare back and drummed out of camp for plundering — the only conviction recorded. At Sandy Hook Sir Henry's order of the day (July 5) contained the following humiliating confession : The Commander-in-Chief is, though reluctantly, obliged to say that the irregularity of the Army during the march reflected much discredit on that discipline which ought to be the first object of an officer's attention. Tradition says that during this memorable march the commander-in-chief, upon one occasion at least, set a deplorable example of weakness and fright. This was when he spent the night at Crosswicks, June 23, 1778. He and his staff occupied the Bunting house. Having " dined " beyond his capacity, Sir Henry Clinton was put to bed in a very much demoralized condition. A little later he was the victim of a fearful " nightmare," and rushing down- stairs and out the open door, the night being very hot, he was soon flounder- ing in the mud at the border of a little stream near the house. His cries and the excitement which followed, with his rescue, made up a most ridicu- lous affair. The hostess was compelled to furnish material with which to cleanse the noble Sir Henry and place him in bed again to get calmed down. This story has been preserved in an unpublished manuscript belonging to descendants of the Bunting family. MEETING RECORDS Chesterfield Monthly Meeting Minutes : 10 mo. 4'" 1759 William Shrieve laid before this Meeting and Acknowl- edgment Condemning his Training and marrying contrary to good order and Discipline Established among Friends which was read and left for further proof of his conduct. Anthony Sykes is desired to read it at the close of some First Day Meeting before our next Meeting. 11 mo. 1"' 1759 Anthony Sykes reports he has read William Shrieves Acknowledgment pursuant to the order of last Meeting. DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 305 5 mo. 1^ 1776 Anthony Sykes informs the Meeting that William Shreeve and Barzillai Newbold had been concerned in Military services that they have been Treated with and are not disposed to condemn the same Samuel Black and Samuel Satterthwaite are appointed to let them know that unlefs they condemn their said Transgrefsion to the satisfaction of the Meeting they will be disowned agreeable to Discipline. 6 mo. 6"' 1776 The friends appointed to acquaint William Shreeve and Barzillai Newbold of the complaint against them for acting in Military Services report they have had an opportunity with them and they did not appear in a disposition of condemning their conduct therein. Therefore this Meeting disowns the said William Shreeve and Barzillai Newbold from being members of our Religious Society until they come to a sense of their misconduct and forsake it and condemn the same as our Discipline directs Richard Way Furman and Joseph Forsyth are appointed to serve them with a copy of this Minute let them know their right of appeal and report to next Meeting. 7 mo. 4'" 1776 One of the friends appointed to serve William Shreeve and Barzillai Newbold with a Copy of the Minute of the Meeting against them report it has been done and they did not either of them intend to appeal. REVOLUTIONARY DOCUMENTS To His Excellency the Governor William Livingston Esq"" Commander in Chief of the Militia of this State in New Jersey — Agreeable to a State Law of this State for raising a Company of Light Horse to belong to the first Regiment of Burlington County Militia Com- manded by Col. William Shreve to be Raised in the Several Townfhips of Chesterfield, Mansfield & Springfield & Hanover the different Inhabitants was notified to meet at the House of Solomon Rockhill in Mansfield Town- ship the Majority then meet by plurality of voices did Ellect for Capt. Richard Shreeve [220] for Lieu' Benj" Shreve [210] for Coronet John Brown Jr. which we beg your Honour will grant Commifsions for the fame. Signed by order of the Company Aug 7, 1782 James Fenimore Clk. State of New Jersey To Doct"" Aaron Swain Dr. Dec 28 1782. To attendance on Rob* Reckless a wounded Soldier Belonging to Capt. Rich'' Shreves Company of Horse from the first Rigement of Burlington County Melitia at a Scurmish at Ceder Creeke in the County of Monmouth from Dec 28—1782 to Jany 10'" 1783 Amount £18—10—6 I do certify that the Above named Person Robert Recklefs Was in Pub- lick Service When Wounded Under my Command y^ 27"' of December 1782. Richard Shreve Capt. 20 306 GENEALOGY OF THE "PETTICOAT BRIDGE" The section of Burlington County through which the British army passed on its march from Philadelphia to New York in the summer of 1778, was the scene of many stirring incidents. The struggling patriots destroyed bridges, obstructed roads and harassed the enemy in many ways. The Eng- lish commander, Sir Henry Clinton, complained bitterly of this in his com- munications to his friends in New York, and officially magnified the strength of his opponents. At the crossing of Assissicunk creek, near Jacksonville, a bridge was burned. Great public inconvenience resulted and while most of the able-bodied men of the vicinity were absent, tories in hiding or fol- lowing the enemy, and members of the militia on duty elsewhere, a band of sturdy women, wives and daughters of the continental soldiers, turned out and put up a temporary structure, which on account of this manifestation of patriotic energy, suggestively became known as " Petticoat Bridge." In the accompanying picture part of the old timbers may be seen under the new iron bridge. For more than a century local fire-side tales relating to this instance of the courage and energy of the women of revolutionary days, have been a feature of many family and social gatherings. Homesteads of the Shreve, Newbold, Reckless, French, Black and many other noted families were in this neighborhood and the damage done by the maurauding English troops was very great. &."--""v.. ^:^s PETTICOAT BRIDGE DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 307 107— ISRAEL SHREVE (Thomas, 1; Richard, 5; Rebecca, 26). b. 12th mo. 24th, 1739, in Mansfield Township, Burlington Co., N. J. d. 12th mo. 14th, 1799, in Fayette County, Penna. m. First, 2nd mo. 1760, Grace Curtis of Burling- ton Co., N. J. She d. 12th mo. 12th, 1771. m. Second, 5th mo. 10th, 1773, Mary Cokley; Rev. Jacob Duche performing ceremony; Christ Church record, Philadelphia. She b. 8th mo. 17th, 1749, in Amity Township, Berks Co., Pa. 225— JOHN SHREVE b. 4th mo. 8th, 1762. d. 9th mo. 8th, 1854, in Alliance, Ohio, m. September 9th, 1786, Abigail Ridgway, daughter of Solomon and Mary Ridgway, of Burlington Co., N. J. She b. 1st mo. 4th, 1765. d. 6th mo. 4th, 1808. 226— ELIZABETH SHREVE b. 5th mo. 11th, 1765. d. 1769. 227— SARAH SHREVE b. 1769. d. 1769. 228- KEZIAH SHREVE b. 6th mo. 4th, 1771. d. 4th mo. 14th, 1834. m. 1791, Thomas Stevens. Children of Israel and Mary (Cokley) Shreve 229— ESTHER SHREVE b. 8th mo. 11th, 1774. d. 8th mo. 8th, 1837, in Belmont Co., Ohio, m. 12th mo. 29th, 1790, William Briggs, son of Job and Hannah Briggs, of Fayette Co., Penna. 230— ISRAEL SHREVE, JR. b. 9th mo. 11th, 1778. d. unmarried. 308 GENEALOGY OF THE 231— GEORGE GREENE SHREVE b. 10th mo. 14th, 1780. Went to China and never heard from. 232— REBECCA SHREVE b. 5th mo. 14th, 1783. d. 1st mo. 23rd, 1868, in Louisville, Ky. m. First, 7th mo. 24th, 1804, Fergus Moore- head, of Fayette Co., Penna. m. Second, James C. Blair, of Louisville, Ky. 233— HENRY MILLER SHREVE b. 10th mo. 21st, 1785. d. 3rd mo. 7th, 1851, in St. Louis, Mo. m. First, 2nd mo. 28th, 1811, Mary Blair, of Brownsville, Penna. m. Second, Lydia Ann Rogers. 234— BENJAMIN SHREVE b. 5th mo. 27th, 1787. d. 11th mo. 11th, 1824, at sea. m. Elizabeth . 235— MARY SHREVE b. 2nd mo. 24th, 1792. m. William McMillin. 236— CALEB SHREVE COLONEL ISRAEL SHREVE In the vigor of his young manhood Israel Shreve took an active part in the military affairs of the colony. Before the outbreak of hostilities in the war for independence he served for a time as Colonel of the First Battalion, Gloucester County Militia. When the New Jersey Continental line was iirst organized he was commissioned, November 8, 1775, Lieutenant Colonel of the Second Battalion Infantry. The officer in command was Colonel Wil- liam Maxwell, who throughout the Revolutionary struggle commanded the famous New Jersey brigade that bore his name. These troops were enlisted for one year and rendered conspicuous service in the campaign of 1776, in northern New York and Canada, taking part in the siege of Quebec and the battle of Three Rivers. At the expiration of their term of service they were discharged and the second New Jersey Continental line recruited. In a let- ter, dated Point Independence, October 18, 1776, Gen. Maxwell, addressing Gov. Livingston and the New Jersey Legislature, said : DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 309 " I have the pleasure to inform you that I have as good a set of officers as any battalion in the Continental service and they will make good soldiers. I beg leave in a particular manner to recommend to your notice Col. Shreve. He has been very attentive to getting a thorough knowledge of his duty. Although I must regret his absence from any regiment I should have the honor to command, yet I cannot refrain from doing him the justice to recom- mend him to you as fit for first preferment in these battalions, or to com- mand the fourth to be raised." In accordance with this flattering testimonial from his superior officer, Colonel Shreve, November 28, 1776, was commissioned Colonel of the Sec- ond Battalion, enlisted for the war. In this capacity he participated in the campaign of the following year, taking part in engagements at Ash Swamp, near Woodbridge, New Jersey, May 31, 1777; Short Hills, N. J., June 26, 1777, and the battle of Brandy wine, Pennsylvania, September 11, 1777, where he was severely wounded. Upon his recovery Col. Shreve, with his son John, a brave lad who accompanied him in several campaigns, joined the army at Valley Forge, sharing the terrible privations endured by the patriot soldiers during that memorable encampment. In the spring of 1778 his command was ordered to join the forces in West Jersey, where British troops were constantly raiding the inhabitants. April 21, Col. Shreve was at Haddonfield. At midnight a detachment of the enemy, 1,400 strong, crossed from Philadelphia to Gloucester and stealthily marched to Haddonfield. Vigilant watch was kept, however, and the little band of American soldiers, at 3 o'clock on Sunday morning, the 22nd, escaped to Mt. Holly. Three dilatory men were overtaken and bayo- neted. The enemy " gasconaded through the village," terrorizing the help- less residents, thus expressing their wrathful disappointment, and then re- turned at daylight to Philadelphia. This incident illustrated Col. Shreve's watchfulness and readiness in emergencies. His command was with the detachment of the American forces, under Gen. Maxwell, which harrassed the army of Gen. Clinton on its last march through New Jersey and was at the lively skirmish near Crosswicks, Burlington County, June 21, 1778. Pushing on, the battalion was at the battle of Monmouth, June 28, 1778. During the march of the British through the neighborhood of Col. Shreve's home they burned his house and destroyed the crops. In the campaign of 1779, against the hostile Indians in Pennsylvania and New York, Col. Shreve and his battalion were active and efficient, this ser- 310 GENEALOGY OF THE vice extending from May until November. In the spring of 1780 they helped to drive the enemy from northern and eastern Jersey, taking part in engagements at Connecticut Farms, June 7, and Springfield, June 23. In his report of the operations around Springfield, Gen. Nathaniel Greene, under date of June 23, 1780, said: " Col. Shreve was stationed at the second bridge, to cover the retreat of the first line. Here the enemy were warmly received, but as they advanced in great force, with a large train of artillery, he had orders to join the brigade. The troops that were engaged behaved with great coolness and intrepidity, and the whole of them discovered an impatience to be brought into action. The order and discipline which they exhibit do them highest honor." September 26, 1780, Col. Shreve was appointed to the command of the Second Regiment of the Continental Line, and for a time commanded the New Jersey brigade at West Point, during the critical period of Arnold's treachery. He was placed in personal charge of the detachment which sur- rounded the guard at Major Andre's execution. Upon the reorganization of the army, about the 1st of January, 1781, he retired from active service, but not until he had undergone a painful experience and given a renewed manifestation of his loyalty and zeal. He had always set a conspicuous example of unselfish devotion to the cause of freedom. Upon one occasion, when a large number of the line and company officers of the New Jersey brigade had signed and forwarded to the Legislature an earnest protest and demand, concerning their long neglected pay, he declined to I'oin them. Washington was exceedingly stirred up and made a strong appeal to the patriotism of the petitioners, promising that their wrongs should be righted, but begging them not to leave the service at that critical hour, as they had declared their intention of doing. The matter was adjusted. In January, 1781, several hundred private soldiers of the New Jersey line mutinied. Their grievances were many. Col. Shreve went about amongst them and did all he could to quell the revolt. He largely succeeded, but three ring- leaders persisted in making trouble and two of these were tried by court martial and shot. Col. Shreve made large sacrifices during the war and his personal affairs were in an unhappy condition, after six years continuous and faithful service. Upon his retirement from the army, however, he was called upon to take up the responsibilities of civil government, as a member of the legislature from DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 311 Burlington County, 1781-83. Some years later, in 1788, he removed with his family to southwestern Pennsylvania, locating on a tract of land in Fayette County surveyed by Washington some twenty-five years before and then owned by him, from whom it was first rented on advantageous terms and afterwards purchased. His will, made a few days before his death, and herewith published, directed final payment on this land to Gen. Washington. Further interesting papers relate incidents in the eventful life of this notable member of one of the pioneer families of New Jersey, many of whom partook of his patriotic and intrepid spirit. It was a singular coincidence that he died the same day that Washington passed away, December 14, 1799. Col. Shreve's fourth son, Henry M., was distinguished for his improve- ments in steamboats in use on the western rivers and the invention of prac- tical devices for clearing those great streams of the accumulated obstructions of centuries. Fifty years after his death, Congress granted his heirs the sum of $50,000 for this great service. Shreveport, La., was named for him. LETTERS OF COL. ISRAEL SHREVE TO HIS SON JOHN SHREVE Dear Son Sorel, 12th June 1776. You and Samuel Shute are to Go off home with Lieut Anderson, you are to take j-our Guns and Acutrements, your Blankets, and all your Cloath- ing. Git Read}' as soon as possable, it is Better for you to Go than staj' — John is to Go home to Philadelphia — Stay there or Go up to his unkle Caleb — Go to School keep With Mr. Anderson untill you Git home Keep Samuel Shute at 3-our mothers untill he can Git an oppertunity to Go home in some Market Waggon, be kind to your Mother and Sisters keep out of all bad Company. Go up to your Unkles when your Mother Orders you I have sent a Letter to John Stille}-, one to your Unkle Caleb and one to your Mother, they are all three foalded up together and Directed to Mr. John Stilley when you Git home Deliver them to the Owners, take a Pillow Case to put your Cloathes In. Lieve my Chest in the Care of Doctor holms and Thomas Smith. Lieve the Key. — Both of you be Cheer- ful and set off as it is my and Capt. Shutes Commands. Anderson has money for Johns Expenses be Good Lads and I hope you will farewell Dont think hard hut Go off amediatelv I am vour father P. S. Keep this Letter it will Do for a pass when you Git home show it to your mother. If you are a Good Lad If I live you shall Go With Me Next Campain. 312 GENEALOGY OF THE Mount Independance 25th August 1776. Dear Son I have the pleasure to Inform you that j'our Comarade Samuel Shute was yesterday appointed Ensign In Capt. Dillons Company (Write him a Letter, according to the form I here send you) My son Spend not one moment in Vain Your Mother Informs me you are at a Good School. Do all you Can to Learn, you are not to join the Regt untill we Come home which Will be some time in November. Consider now you are an oflicer in the Army of the United States of America. I Wrote that you Was appointed Ensign in Capt Brearley's Company a month ago to Day. — Strive to be as Good a Scholar and Soldier as Mr. Ensign Saml Shute, he is to go to School untill we Come home, — Spend not your time playing on the Streets With Mischevious Boys But Study to be the Scholar and the Soldier. Be Dutiful to your Mother, and kind to your Sisters. I have Wrote to your Unkle William to Let your Couzen Richard Shreve, Come out With me next Campaign. My Love to you hoping to here of your Welfare, — I am With Great tenderness and Respect your Father Israel Shreve P. S. Lt. John Higgins Died at Crown point we here nothing of Lt. Friese Read I. S. AN EMPHATIC ORDER FOR FORAGE Sir, Quarter Mafter Banks Informs me you Refule to Let him have forage on my order. Col. furman told me he had placed you there to purchase forage and Defired Me to Call on you when I wanted. An order from him is not Material. As I Command him And you, when in the Limits of My Com- mand. I know you have grain at Several places And if you Re [parts of several lines here torn from manuscript] order I shall send for you and [ ] you for Difobedience of Order and take the grain. Your Com- pliance will prevent You and me trouble I am your Moft Hum' Serv' I Shreve Col. Comd"" Newark March 25'" 1779 to Mr. Safern. DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 313 COL. SHREVE'S JOURNEY TO WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA The following is the journal of travel of Col. Israel Shreve and relatives and friends from New Jersey to Western Pennsylvania, 1788: Journal of travel from Township of Mansfield, county of Burlington in the State of New Jersey, to the Township of Rostrover in the County of Westmoreland, State of Pennsylvania, of party consisting of Israel Shreve and Mary, his wife, with their children, Kezia, Hesther, Israel, George Greene, Rebecca and Henry ; John Fox and James Starkey ; three two horse waggons and three Cows. William Shreve and wife, with their children, Anna and Richard. Joseph Beck and Sarah, his wife, with their children, Benjamin, Rebecca, Elizabeth, Henry, Joseph and Ann ; with one three horse waggon. Daniel Hervey and Sarah, his wife, and their child. Job, with a Mulatto Boy named Thomas ; and Joseph and Ann Wheatly ; John Shelvill ; one three and one two horse Waggon and one cow. In all 29 Souls. Monday the 7th of July, 1788 — Set out and crossed the Delaware at Donkses Ferry where we parted with a Number of our Relations and friends who had accompanied us and continued on to the Sign of General Washington, 17-/4 miles to-day, here staid all night. Rainy in the Night. Tuesday the 8th of July — Set out early, halted in the City of Philadel- phia several hours getting necessaries ; Left the City and passed the Schuyl- kill over a Bridge at the Middle Ferry, halted on the Hill on the other Side. Set out again and Halted at the Sign of the Buck 21 miles to day. Stayed all Night. Wednesday the 9th July — Set out at Sunrise, Daniel Harvey and wife being unwell halted and breakfasted at the Sign of the Spread Eagle, here for the first time in our Journey boiled the Tea Kettle, Set out again hindered by having two horse shoes put on, hard showers of Rain to-day, halted at Downington, 22 Miles to-day, Stayed all Night. Thursday the 10th July — Set out again hindered some time getting forage at a Mill, went on over exceedingly muddy bad roads, halted and dined at Caleb Ways, here perceived the Black mare badly foundered, drenched her with salt and water and sent her to the light waggon, went on and halted at the Sign of the Marriner's Compass, kept by a Mr. Taylor, in Pequa Valley, 13-^ Miles to-day only, occasioned by Bad Roads and crossing the South Mountain and one of mj' vi^aggons drove by James Starkey oversetting bottom upwards, to day the women were much fatigued by walking, Sarah Hervey walked eight and a half miles over the Hill at one heat. 314 GENEALOGY OF THE Friday the 11th July — Set out and passed over Roads full of bad Mud- holes, halted and breakfasted at the Sign of the Hat kept by Andrew Coldwell, hindered this morning by getting clasps put round the felloe of a wheel, went on over muddy roads to George Prisly at the head of the Great Spring, Sign of the Bird in Hand and dined. Set out again and crossed the Canestoga Creek within two miles of Lancaster — 17 miles to day, all cherry and in high spirits, stayed all night, it being the height of harvest, took particular notice of the wheat which is bad in general so far, being killed by the severity of the weather, and much mildewed. Saturday the 12th July — Set out Early and halted some time in Lan- caster, had one new horse shoe put on. Drove out of town and break- fasted late — went on, halted at Scotts Mill and dined in the woods, went on again and were obliged to halt at a Private House, paraded our beds in a barn, this did not set well. Daniel went on to Elizabethtown in the Night, 16 miles to day. Sunday 13th Jul}' — Set out and halted at Alexander Boggs ; at the Sign of the Bear in Elizabethtown, 4 miles to day ; Here John Gaston and Wife overtook us on their waj' home to the Monongahala River. Monday the 14th July — Set out at Sunrise, halted and breakfasted at Middletown ; we are now in sight of the Susquahanna River; went on to the Chambers Ferry crossed over to Captain Simpsons, — Set out again and forded a rapid Creek called Yellow Breeches, — very mirey roads — halted at Pattersons Tavern, 8 miles to day, stayed all night — here is good level land ; the wheat along the road from Lancaster to the Susquahanna, appears to have jilenty of straw but is much mildewed and rusty. Tuesday the 15th July — Set out again passed over exceedingly good level land and halted at Carlisle and dined — here lost my Dog — Set out again and passed over level roads full of bad mudholes, halted at Robert Sim- ples Tavern, 22 miles to day — Rainy night. Wednesday 16th July — Set out and halted at Mr. Cracken's Tavern at the head of the Great Spring and breakfasted. Road something better than yesterday, went on to Shippensburg, there halted and dined at Capt Scotts Tavern, — (when we dined at Taverns we always made use of our own pro- visions.) Set out again in a hard rain, by advice took the right hand road that leads over the three hills, lately opened and made by a Mr. Skinner from Jersey, halted at Joseph Fenleys Tavern at the Sign of the Ball, 19 miles to-day, a rainy night, Roads level but muddy in places to day. Thursday 17th July — Set out and halted at Coopers Tavern at the foot of the first hill called the Blue mountain and breakfasted, all in good health and high spirits. Crops from the Susquahanna to this place exceedingly good and plenty, free from mildew and rust, then ends the good land until over all the hills except in spots, and here began sorrow. Set out and ascended the first Mountain so steep tliat we were obliged to double the teams to get up and verj- stony going down the other side, in this valley DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 315 crossed a Creek called Cannogoguinop, halted at said Mr. Skinners who made the road, A hard rain coming on and our horses much worried we stopped the afternoon, 8 miles to daj-, stayed all night. Here Joseph Becks daughter Ann was taken sick. Friday 18tli July — Set out again and rose the second hill called the North Mountain, this as steep and stony as the first at the west fort forded a Creek in Path Valley, went on and halted at a Tavern, the Landlord drunk, a man who calls himself Noble with the ^Landlady on the Bed nursing the Landlord who was fast asleep ; — this place affords neither forage nor water and whiskey nearly out. Coming down the last Hill Daniel Hervey left his stallion to follow the waggon, the horse took an old path and caused several hours search before he was found stripped of all his gears but the collar, consisting of a new blind bridle, a pair of leather lines, har- nes, back and belly bands, and one iron trace the other having been taken to lock the waggon — about 2 o'clock in the afternoon set out and ascended the third hill called the Tuscarora Mountain which is much steeper than the other. At or near the top there are several Cabins, in one lives or stays an old woman who appears to be very sick and in distress. At the West fort of this third Hill is a good farm — Went on a mile farther to Mr. Gimmersons who keeps a Tavern and Store of Goods which he sells as cheap for hard cash as such Goods are sold in Jersey for paper money. Here had the misfortune to break one of my Waggon wheels, sent it on five miles this evening to be repaired, 8 miles only to-day: This is the place called the Burnt Cabins, where the old road that passes through Chambers Town comes into the old Road said to be twenty miles farther than the new one but much better and shuns two of the three Hills just mentioned. Our women complain heavily on account of being obliged to walk on foot over the Mountain. Saturdaj"- 19th July — About eleven o'clock set out all but the disabled Waggon and passed over barren sideling roads, halted at Capt Birds at fort Littleton, 5 miles to day, one or two pretty good farms in this valley, here stayed for the Waggon wheel which was not finished until evening. Sunday 20th July — Sent the repaired wheel to the Waggon, About eleven o'clock had a further hindrance by having three horse shoes put on. Set out and passed over barren roads good but much gullied, halted in the woods at a Run of Good Water at the foot of Sideling Hill, 13 miles to daj', stayed all night, heavy complaints among the Women. Monday 21st July — Set out and ascended Sideling Hill up a good new Road made by said Skinner, halted on the top and breakfasted at Henry Livingstons Tavern, went on over exceedingly stony Roads to Rays Hill, here cut saplings and chained to our Waggons, this hill steep, gullied, and very stony. Skinners men at work making a new Road down, we continued on to the crossings of the Juneatto, forded the River, halted on the Hill at a Colonel Martins Tavern, Land Lord nor Lady at home, no feed but 316 GENEALOGY OF THE 2 Rye sheaves cut up for which I paid 9d, the girls of the House very uncouth and surly ; went on and halted at Cabin Tavern kept by a Jersey Dutchman ; 12 miles to-day. Road from Martins barren and bad sideling hill ; one felloe of one of my Waggons gave way, Mr. Shreve put in a new one. Tuesday 22nd July — Set out after breakfast, went on and passed through Bedford, halted for a horse shoe, went on four miles further and halted at John Bonnets Tavern at the forks of the Old Pennsylvania and Glade Roads, 15 miles today. Here is an excellent farm with more than one hun- dred acres of the best Meadow land. Joseph Becks child very ill, stayed here all night. Wednesday 23rd July — Set out late in the morning, went over a poor country and in the evening halted at a poor Dutch Hut where the Land- lady was very angry with D. H. for pulling a radish. No feed at this Tavern nor anything else but whiskey, 13 miles to day. The gnats very bad here. Thursday 24th July — Set out and passed on five miles to the foot of the Allagana Mountain, having now passed twelve miles along Dry Ridge and seen but two or three houses which are very poor, — went on and ascended the mountain which is nothing of a Hill to what we have passed, halted and dined a little off the road on the Hill, very rainy, we then proceeded on from the Allagana one mile into the Glades and halted at Christian Spikers where we staj'ed the remainder of the Day on account of the illness of the child, 13 miles to day; — About eleven o'clock this evening, Ann Beck doughter of Joseph Beck departed this life to the great grief of her parents, more so on account of being far distant from their former home. Friday 25th July — Sent to Berlin for a Coffin which arrived towards Evening when the child was decently interred in Mr. Spikers family Bury- ing ground. Stayed here all night again. Still raining by spells. Saturday 26th July — Hired George Pancakee and two horses to put before my heaviest Waggon for 8 — 4 per day and find him and horses. Set out, halted at a Blacksmith, had two clasps put on my Waggon wheel and one horse shoe put on — Set out and halted at Mr. Blacks, here is a family waiting for Judsims, [Judge John C. Symmes] went on taking a right hand road at an empty Cabin on account of the other Road being cut so much by heavily loaded Waggons, halted and dined at one Jacob Louts, went on and halted at a Dunker called Perkeys, 15 miles to day. The land in the Glades on the Roads we have passed poor. Sunday 27th July — Set out and after going a few hundred yards missed the most material part of Daniel Hervej'S property, it having gone before and taken a wrong road, a hue and cry was raised when to his great joy it was found unhurt. We passed on and began to rise Laurel Hill, halted and breakfasted at a run of Water. Set out again and ascended to the top DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 317 of the Mountain over miry and ston}- Roads, then soon began to descend, first down a short steep hill, then a long gradual descent through Chestnut Brush, the timber appearing to have been killed by fire sometime before, huckle berries here as well as in many places before very plainly on the low green bushes, — this Road down is over logs and stones enough to dash all to pieces : At length we arrived at a house in Legenear Valley it being Sunday and rain coming on we stayed the afternoon and all night. Our women exceedingly fatigued by walking over the Mountain. Monday 28th — Set out and after passing three miles halted and break- fasted. Set out again and found the steepest hill we had met with, in going up Chestnut Hill were obliged to put six horses to some of the heaviest waggons. Raining hard — Descend the Ridge and came into the other road which is so miry as to sink the Waggons to the hubs in many places, stopped at a Blacksmiths and had one shoe put on one of my horses. Set out again and met Joseph Wood on his way to Jersey from Little Kenhaway, he informed me that a house was ready for me in the forks of Youghaina, went on and was overtaken by John Fo.x with the intelli- gence that one of Daniel Herveys Waggons had broken down. I halted at John Bennetts junior it being the first house over all the mountain. In the evening all the waggons arrived less Daniel Herveys two. 12 miles today — D. Harvej' last evening in coming from his Waggon to Mr. Bennetts, got out of the Road ; it being very dark he could not find it again and was forced to take up his lodging in the Woods until day. Sarah Harvey and Sarah Beck walked six miles over very bad Roads this afternoon and arrived much wearied. Tuesday 29th July — Sent for D. Harveys broken waggon and got a new axle-tree put in. We are now clear of the Mountains over which we have with much difficulty got so far safely except the misfortune of losing the child. The Allagania mountain, the Back Bone of America or the United States, is easy to ascend, being a long gradual ascent up Dry Ridge. Upon it, especially on the East side are very large white pines in great plenty ; the Glade is a high country or piece of land 18 miles wide : — Between this and the Laurel mountain the road for many miles is through chestnut Timber, such I never before saw for size and height — In many places as many rails could be cut on an acre as could be got out of the best Cedar Swamp in Jersey. The land is of little value but for timber. Wednesday 30th July — Set out halted and breakfasted at Mr. Robesons, went on through a settlement on good level land for this country, stopped and dined within four miles of Budds Ferry, here found a Mr. Brunt with a large family from Hunterdon in Jersey bound for Kentuckj", went two miles further and found Moses Juttle waiting for Judge Symmes, went on again and forded Youghagaina River, the water being so high as to come into some of the waggons that happened to drive a little amiss — Halted and stayed all night at Budd's Ferry — 14 miles to day — We are now in the JT' 1 318 GENEALOGY OF THE forks — Here I received Colonel Bayard's letter of instructions where to find the house prepared for me. Thursday, 31st July — Set out, and halted at Capt. Petersons, where Cawet [Carrs] formerly lived ; went on, and took the Elizabethtown Road for sev- eral miles, when all the waggons left me and turned off to the right hand near the meeting house to Asher Williams. I went on with my family, and turned to the left of Mr. Walter Walls. A hard rain coming on, and the road difficult to find, I stayed the afternoon and all night. Mr. Wall is a Jerseyman, and very kind. Friday, Ist August — Set out. Mr. Wall sent his son James as a guide with me ; after going a mile or two, met Mr. Joseph Lemmon, the owner of the house I was going to, with Mr. Taylor. Walter Carr also accom- panied us, with several others, to our new habitation, where we arrived about one o'clock in the afternoon — All well, after a very fatigueing journey of 25 days since leaving Jersey. The house provided for me is a new one, 30 feet by 26, two stories high, built of hewed white oak Logs, with a very good stone chimney. The house is not finished, no family having lived in it until we came. We set to, stopped it with lime and clay, laid the upper floor with Chirety [cherry] boards, and it is now pretty comfortable for Summer. — There is a Spring of good water within about five rods of the door. I have the privilege of pasture and fourteen acres of good land to sow this fall with wheat, and plenty of apples for house use, &c. &c. I have ridden over some of the neighborhood, and must say that the land in general is exceedingly good, producing excellent crops of grain — Many parts are too rich for wheat, though the crops in general are good. Indian corn in some places is excellent, in other fields it has been hurt by the wet season — All that truth can say against the place is that the land in general is hilly, though even the sides of the hills are very rich, producing Walnut, Sugar Trees, Ash, with a variety of other woods, (S:c. — As to the inhabi- tants, they are mostly from Jersey, very kind to new comers, as well as to one another ; they live in a plain way, not spending much in Dress and fo]jpery, but are well provided with the real necessaries of life. Israel Shreve Rostrover Township, Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, August 10th, 1788. By Jacob Keelor, who faithfully discharged his duty in carefully driving a waggon. DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 319 LETTER OF COL. LSRAEL SHREVE TO HIS BROTHER CALEB SHREVE Forks of Yough, Deer. 26th, 1789. Dear Brother : Having an opportunity to Philada., I embrace it, and mention my situa- tion or intended one. Since I have been here have wished to get Wash- ington's Bottoms, and have at last obtained the whole tract on rent for five years. I wrote to the General by his Agent in this County, Colonel Canon, who a few weeks ago returned from New York ; the General was pleased to order Colonel Canon to let me have the whole of the Bottoms so called at my own offer. — The old farm contains about 80 acres of improved upland and about 40 of the best kind of meadow, a bearing orchard of 120 apple & 100 peach trees ; the buildings as good as most in this Countrj* — pretty well situated, and five other improved farms that at this time rent for £43 — 10 — I am accountable for the whole rent, which altogether is £60 — so that I shall have the old place for £16 — 10, to be paid either in money or wheat at 3/ per Bushel. I considered this land at the Miami Settlement was rising fast, and that I had better pay this low rent for a well improved farm than barter away my land at a low rate for land here — Land does not rise much in this place, owing to the great emigration down the River. It seems as if people were crazy to get afloat on the Ohio. Many leave very good livings here, and set out for they know not where, but too often find their mistake. I believe this as good as any of the settlements down the River for the present. The Mississippi trade is open at this time, and all the Wheat, Whiskey, Bacon, &c., buying up by those concerned in it ; the highest price for Wheat is 4/ in trade, or 3/. 9. cash, whiskey, 3/. cash, and Bacon, 9d. p. lb. cash, &c. On the farm where I am going is as good a stream for a Grist Mill as any in the whole forks, and a Mill that can be set going for, I believe, £50, and a number of years given for the repairs. I am in hopes of being able to set it going as it will produce more grain than all six farms on the tract. I am to have possession the first of April next — and flatter myself I have as good a chance as any person in my circumstances could expect — I shall have nothing to attend to but my own private concerns — and think this way of life far preferable to any other. — Richard Shreve is to have one of the small farms ; they contain of improved land as follows : one, 40 acres upland and 5 good meadow ; one, 35 acres upland and 7 good meadow ; one, about 35 acres upland and 6 good meadow ; the other two about 25 acres upland and 5 or 6 of good meadow each; the whole in fences, they being the year before last rented for repairs only, &c. Peggy Shreve has a daughter ; she and her husband have been very sickly this last fall, but have recovered. I am grandfather to another son ; — John and his wife pretty well, as is our family at present, but expect the measles, as it is in 320 GENEALOGY OF THE the school where our boj's go. I hope you are all well also — I am, with great respect and love, Your Brother, Israel Shreve To Caleb Shreve, Esquire, Mansfield, Burlington County, New Jersey. favd. by To be left at Charles French's, merchant, Mr. Richard Jones next door to Old Ferrj-, Philada. WILL OF COL. ISRAEL SHREVE, 1799 In the Name of God Amen I Israel Shreve of the Township of Franklin County of Fayette and Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Being very weak in body but in perfict sound mind & memory do make this my last Will and Testament in manner following first I order all my funeral charges and just debts fully paid by my Executor hereinafter named, Item I, Give & bequeath to my beloved wife Mary One thousand Dollars in full for her Dowry & share of said estate Item I give & bequeath to my sons George Henry & Benjamin One hundred fifty Acres of Land each George to have where Laphin lives, Henry where Spencer lives Benjamin where I live I give and bequeath unto my daughter Rebeckah and Mary each Two hun- dred dollars I give and bequeath unto my son John & Israel one hundred dollars each I give and bequeath unto my Daughters Kiziah and Esther one hundred dollars each I do hereby nominate and appoint my trusty friends Edward Cook John Shreve and Richard Noble to be my Executors to this my last will and testament I do hereby order and fully Otherwise my said Executors to sell and dispose of all the Residue of my Estate both Real and Personal and money arising therefrom together with my out standing debts to be apropriated to the payment of my Funeral Charges & out standing debts and legasies and the over plus if any there be to be divided equally amongst my wife and children I do hereby order and request my said Executors to call upon George Washington and pay his Demand or due with the first money that comes into their hands belonging to said Estate and obtain a title for said land according to his Article and when such Deed is obtained to execute Deeds to all such as I have hereto- fore sold to according to their Articles takeing care to obtain payments from them as soon as it may be had I do give and bequeath unto my beloved wife Mary my son Benjamins Part of land to her use unto he is of age I do hereby submit this my last Will and Testament unto the judg- ment and management of my said Executors relying on their fidelity and good conduct as WITNESS my hand seal this ninth day of December in the year of our Lord one thousand seven hundred and ninety and nine DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 321 LIEUTENANT JOHN SHREVE [225] Many youthful soldiers took part in the war for independence, none mak- ing a more commendable record than John Shreve [225]. He was a lad of thirteen, in the fall of 1775, when made an Ensign, Second Battalion, Gloucester Co., N. J., troops, of which his father, Israel Shreve, was Lieu- tenant Colonel. He took part in the campaign in New York and Canada the following spring and summer. In November, 1776, he was made First Ensign and in July, 1777, Lieutenant, in which capacity he served at differ- ent times until 1781. At the battle of Springfield, N. J., he received a buckshot in one of his legs, which he carried until his death, seventy-five years later. Accompanying papers give interesting personal reminiscences of his career in the army and afterward. During the winter encampment at Valley Forge the soldierly bearing of Lieut. Shreve, then in his sixteenth year, as shown in the different scouting expeditions sent out under his command, won the admiration of a number of ladies then visiting the army. With the approbation of General Wash- ington, they presented the young officer with a beautiful and valuable buckle, set with costly stones, for his sword belt. This precious relic was given by Lieut. Shreve to a granddaughter, when the clouds of civil war were gather- ing, with the patriotic warning: "Don't let it fall into disloyal hands." He enjoyed the friendship of General Washington, and while dining with the President and Lady Washington, in November, 1796, the latter called his attention to the dinner service of blue and gold of a thousand pieces. made in China, which had been presented to her husband by the Society of the Cincinnati, of which the guest was a member. At Valley Forge, Gen- eral Lafayette became much interested in Lieut. Shreve. When the French patriot visited America, in 1825, and was met at Brownsville, Pa., Lafayette recognizing a tall figure in the crowd on the wharf, gave him an old familiar salute, and in a moment they were in each other's arms. Soon after his marriage, in 1786, John Shreve moved to southwestern Pennsylvania, where he purchased a farm and lived many years. He was also engaged in the Mississippi trade, purchasing large quantities of flour, which he shipped to New Orleans, thence to the West Indies, where he exchanged it for sugar, which was brought to New York. For several terms he was a member of the Pennsylvania legislature and filled various local offices with credit to himself and advantage to the public. About the year 21 322 GENEALOGY OF THE 1825, his children having removed to Ohio, he went to that state and made his home with them until his death, which occurred September 8, 1854, in the ninety-third year of his age. In closing a sketch of John Shreve, the "Democratic Transcript," of Ohio, October 11, 1854, said: " He was a man of vigorous intellect and strong memory; he was benevo- lent to a fault, and often contributed to relieve the wants of others beyond what his own necessities would strictly justify. He was an ardent friend of freedom, strongly devoted to the principles of liberty, for which he had fought and bled under Washington. We have noticed concisely a few of the leading incidents in the life of one who served his country, both in peace and war, with a faithfulness that won the approbation of such men as Wash- ington and Lafayette and the community in which he resided. To his pos- terity he has left the inheritance of an unsullied reputation, of greater worth than the gold of California." LIEUT>. JOHN SHREVE'S REVOLUTIONARY SERVICES The following is an abstract from the personal narrative of the services of Lieut. John Shreve, of the New Jersey Line of the Continental Army : I, John Shreve was born April 8 — 1762 in Mansfield, Burlington Co. New Jersey : son of Israel Shreve, who commanded the 2^ New Jersey Regiment " Continental Line," and I was in active service during the war of the Revo- lution I was made Ensign in 1776, and Lieut in July 1777, in which capac- ity I served until I left the army in 1781. I was but 13 when I entered the army. Soon after the Battle of Bunker Hill, Congress composed of the 13 Colonies, ordered four regiments to be raised in New Jersey. W^Maxwell was appointed Col. of the 2* Regiment; and my father, Israel Shreve, appointed Lieut-Col. of same. Maxwell's men were ready first & marched for Canada. My father followed the last of Feby, and took me with him. We passed through Trenton, past Sussex Court House in New Jersey, and Kingston (alias Esopus) to Albany in New York; here we stayed several weeks, waiting for ice to disappear in the lakes. As soon as possible we went up the Hudson to Old Fort Edward, then to F' George. When the ice had gone out of Lake Champlain, we, with 25 or 30 men, cut through the ice, passed Ticonderoga, and so on down the beautiful Sorel, to the St. Laurence ; then through Lake St. Peter, and next day passed & landed at W^olfe's Cove, in sight of Quebec ; then up Wolfe's road to Abraham Heights & joined our other troops, I believe, on 2" or 3" of May 1776. British reinforcements arriving, our army raised the siege & retired up the river on May 6 — 1776. We were repulsed at Three Rivers and retired DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 323 to Sorel. My father was left at Sorel to collect provisions. Capt. Ephraim Anderson was sent express to Congress, and my father sent me and Samuel Shute, son of Capt. Shute, with Capt. Anderson to go home, attend school & fit ourselves better for next campaign. Gen. Sullivan conducted our army up the Sorel, & over Lake Champlain, making a stand at Mt. Independence, where I was appointed Ensign in 2'* Regiment, a few days after the Declaration of Independence. Capt. Anderson left me with Saml Shute at Skenesborough, contrary to promise, and took most of my money. Samuel and I went on foot by our- selves to Albany, then in a vessel to New York, and from thence on foot to Bristol (Penna). I crossed over the Delaware to Burlington, & stayed a few days with my grandmother ; then on to Phil* and to school until the Jersey troops were discharged. New regiments were organized «S: mustered the first of Feby 1777. I was appointed V^ Ensign in 2'^ Regiment Dec 26 — 1776. My father Israel Shreve was Colonel of this regiment. We had an engagement with the enemy at Short Hills & Capt. Ephraim Anderson was killed. At the battle of Brandywine my father was wounded in the thigh. I took him to near Darby where we stayed until morning, then through Philadelphia to one of my Uncle's in New Jersey. When we stopped to dress the wound & unbuttoned his breeches at the knee, the bullet, which had been flattened on one side by striking the bone, rolled down on his boot. I believe one of my Sisters has it now. After the British obtained possession of Philadelphia I went with my father to Reading. I joined the regiment at White Marsh, a short time after the battle at Germantown. We went into winter quarters at Valley Forge, where the whole army suffered for want of provisions and clothes. M)' father had now recovered sufficient to join his regiment and later was ordered to Haddonfield, New Jersey, with his command, to prevent the enemy getting supplies in that part of the country. Our patrols stopped great quantities of provisions going to the British. I was at West Point when Gen. Arnold deserted to the enemy and saw him making his escape to the British ship. At the execution of Major Andre, though not on duty, I was with the guard and my father had com- mand of the detachment of troops that formed a square to keep off the crowd. I continued with the army until 1781, when my father could no longer remain, having become too fleshy to ride a horse. He desired me also to leave on account of condition of our family affairs. He had no available property left, and could obtain no pay from the Government. The surren- der of Lord Cornwallis occurred the same autumn and was the only engagement the New Jersey troops were in after I left the army. I was in my minority the whole of the time, being but 21 at close of the war. 324 GENEALOGY OF THE LETTER OF LIEUT. JOHN SHREVE TO HIS NIECE, 1853. Near Salem, Ohio, April, 1853. S. B. D. : Dear Niece — A short account of my life. I am this day ninety- one years old. I write this without spectacles. I was born on the 8th day of April, 1762, in Burlington County, New Jersey. My mother died when I was about nine years old. My father married again, in about three years after. In the year 1775 the war of the Revolution commenced. .Soon after the battle of Bunker Hill the Provincial Congress ordered four regi- ments to be raised in New Jersey, to serve one year. My father thought it was his duty to assist in liberating his country from British tyranny, and he was appointed Lieut. Colonel of the second regiment, which was raised and equipped, and marched in February, 1776, for Canada. My father thought it was not proper to leave me with a step-mother, and took me with him in the army. I was appointed an ensign in the regiment, the ISth July, and returned to Philadelphia, and went to school to fit me better for the next campaign. When the regiment was discharged in December, a new regiment was ordered to be raised. My father was appointed Colonel, and I, first ensign. We lost a Captain, killed in the battle at Short Hills, in New Jersey, in June. I was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant the first of July. My father was wounded in the battle of Brandywine, the 11th of September, 1777. I went with him through Philadelphia to New Jersey — then took him to the town of Reading in Pennsylvania, when the British entered Philadelphia — and I joined the Regiment at White Marsh. Shortly after, we went into winter quarters by building huts at Valley Forge, where we suffered for want of provisions and clothes. After a partial supply of the latter, my father was ordered with his regiment to cross the Delaware and take a stand at the town of Haddonfield, seven miles from Philadelphia, to watch the motions of the enemy. In March, 1778, General Washington thought they were preparing to make their escape through New Jersey to New York. When the British were moving their army over the river, General Maxwell was ordered with the other two regiments (the first and third) to join the second, and joined us at Mount Holly. When the enemy evacuated the city and crossed over the river, Washington moved the army and crossed the Delaware at Coryell's and Howell's ferries above Trenton. I was ordered with a guard to take the baggage of the brigade to the northeast of Trenton, and stay there till the enemy passed, and our army approached the enemy, whom they met at Monmouth Court House. I fol- lowed our army, and was at Englishtown, three miles from the battle-field. The day after the battle, when the enemy had moved off in the night, and left their dead and most of their wounded, I joined the brigade with the baggage; this was in June, 1778. The enemy made their escape to Sandy Hook and New York. DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 325 Our brigade was ordered on the lines at Elizabeth Town and Newark, where we remained through the following winter. We had many skirmishes and engagements with the British and Tories that winter and spring. They came out with eight or nine thousand men and thirty waggons, in June 1779, intending to take our stores of provisions at Morris Town. We stopped them at the town of Springfield. The people said when they returned the thirty wagons were full of their dead and wounded. In Sep- tember of that year, our brigade was ordered to join Gen. Sullivan, to chastise the Indians and Tories towards the Susquehanna, and their towns in the Genessee county, west of New York. On our return, we win- tered near Morris Town, in New Jersey. In 1780 we were on the lines of our former station, near Newark, when the British ship brought Major John Andre (the English spy) and laid at the head of Tappan Bay, about seven miles below West Point Fort. General Greene was ordered with sev- eral brigades to lay at the little town of Orange ; our brigade was one. I was ordered to take a stand with twenty-six men, near to where the ship lay, to watch her motions. While there I saw General Arnold, the traitor, go on board the ship when he made his escape; and saw Major Andre, the spy, hung. In the }-ear 1781, mj' father being very fleshy, weighing three hundred and twenty pounds, he could not get a horse that could carry his weight faster than a walk, and he retired from the army on half pay. We then had but little property, except our public securities, which could not be turned into money. He thought it best for me to leave the army also, and help to support his family. That year ended the war. I stayed and assisted the family until the year 1786, when I was married, and remained in New Jersey until the fall of the year 1787, then removed with my wife and child to the west side of the Alleghany mountains, and purchased one hundred acres of land, with but two or three acres cleared, and a small cabin without a nail or any sawed board, on Little Red Stone Creek, a branch of the Monongahela river, about thirty-three miles south of Pittsburg, where I remained thirty-eight or forty years, and raised a family of nine children. I cleared about sixty acres of land, mostly with my own hands. I served the township a great part of the time in all the public offices. A county commissioner three years — five different times a commissioner for laying graded roads — and three times in the State Legis- lature. I went one trip down the river to Cincinnati — one trip to the Falls of Ohio, and returned by the wilderness, through part of Tennessee and part of Virginia. I went three times with flour down the rivers Monon- gahela, Ohio and Mississippi to New Orleans, and took flour from New Orleans to the West Indies, one time to Havana, in the Island of Cuba; one time to Kingston, in the Island of Jamaica. Took sugar from Cuba and rum from Jamaica to New York, and paid six thousand seven hundred dollars duty to the United States on the sugar and rum. 326 GENEALOGY OF THE I was concerned with a company in a manufactory after the close of the last war with England, and lost the most of my savings from my fifty years' toil. I surveyed land occasionally for more than thirty years. I had the rheumatism in my limbs, which prevented me from following the compass, and I moved to the State of Ohio, where I have remained with my children about twenty-seven years. Congress acknowledged to be in- debted to me for services rendered to the United States, and I am now receiv- ing an annuity which enables me to provide a comfortable living in my old and declining age. John Shreve. 108— SARAH SHREVE (Thomas, 1; Richard, 5; Rebecca, 26). b. 10th mo. 18th, 1744, m Burlmgton Co., N. J. d. 1821. m. First, May 4th, 1768, David Scattergood. m. Second, April 24th, 1779, Joseph Beck, m. Third, John Nixon. 237— BENJAMIN SCATTERGOOD 238— ELIZABETH SCATTERGOOD m. Joseph Shumar. 239— REBECCA SCATTERGOOD m. Aaron Horner. Children of Sarah (Shreve) Scattergood and Joseph Beck 240— JOSEPH BECK, JR. m. 1810, Rebecca Gibbs, of Columbus, N. J. 241— HENRY BECK d. in Columbiana Co., Ohio. 242— ANN BECK d. 7th mo. 24th, 1788, while family were travelling in wagons from Burlington Co., N. J., to western Pennsylvania. 109— BENJAMIN SHREVE, JR. (Thomas, 1; Richard, 5; Rebecca, 26). b. 10th mo. 7th, 1747. d. nth mo. 18th, 1801, in Alexandria, Va. m. First, 7th mo. 10th, 1770, Hannah Marll, daughter of John Marll, of Philadelphia. She d. 12th mo. 25th, 1784. m. Second, 1786, Susan Wood of Alexandria. Va. 243— WILLIAM SHREVE b. 3rd mo. 13th, 1772, in Alexandria, Va. d. lOth mo. 3rd, 1773. \.J DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 327 244— A SON b. 8th mo. 20th, 1773. d. 8th mo. 20th, 1773. 245— JOHN SHREVE b. 7th mo. 12th, 1774, in Alexandria, Va. d. 7th mo. 17th, 1774. 246— REBECCA SHREVE b. 8th mo. 7th, 1775, in Alexandria, Va. d. 7th mo. 3rd, 1793. 247— SARAH SHREVE b. 4th mo. 3rd, 1777, in Winchester, Va. d. 9th mo. 24th, 1777. 248— ISAAC SHREVE b. 3rd mo. 25th, 1779, in Winchester, Va. d. 9th mo. 24th, 1829. m. First, 5th mo. 2nd, 1802, Hannah Very, daughter of Capt. Samuel and Hannah Very, of Salem, Mass. She b. 9th mo. 10th, 1781. d. 1st mo. 13th, 1820. m. Second, 11th mo. 7th, 1820, Mary Moulton, daughter of Bartholomew and Elizabeth Moulton, of Danvers, Mass. She b. 1st mo. 13th, 1795. d. 12th mo. 20th, 1854. 249— BENJAMIN SHREVE, 3RD b. 12th mo. 6th, 1780, in Winchester, Va. d. 5th mo. 8th, 1839, in Salem, Mass. m. Mary Goodhue (no issue). 250— SAMUEL BUTCHER SHREVE b. 12th mo. 20th, 1782, in Alexandria,, Va. d. about 1865, in Burlington, N. J. m. Rachel Huffendoffer, of Alexandria, Va. 251— A SON b. 8th mo. 18th, 1784. d. 8th mo. 18th, 1784. Child of Benjamin and Susan (Wood) Shreve 252— JOHN SHREVE b. 5th mo. 1st, 1787, in Alexandria, Va. d. 2nd mo., 1821. 328 GENEALOGY OF THE BENJAMIN SHREVE, JR. Benjamin Shreve, Jr., fifth son of Benjamin and Rebecca (French) Shreve, in early life located in Alexandria, Va., at that time a place of considerable commercial importance. He entered into partnership with James Laurason, and their business, that of shipping and commission merchants, became quite extensive. They sent large quantities of flour to New England and received shipments of leather from the same section; the town of Salem, Mass., being noted at that time for the tanning of leather with hemlock bark. Pleasant business relationship was established between Benjamin Shreve and Captain Samuel Very of Salem, Mass.; and in 1794 the former sent his son Isaac, then a lad of fifteen, to Salem, in the care of Captain Very, to learn the trade of tanner. Five of Benjamin Shreve's children had died in infancy, a daughter at the age of seventeen, and in his son Isaac was centered the hopes of a fond father. There were also two younger sons, Benjamin Shreve, 3rd, and Samuel Butcher Shreve. The mother of these boys having died while they were six, four and two years old respectively, their father married a second time and had one son, John Shreve, Isaac was attentive and diligent, and soon after the expiration of his apprenticeship married. May 2nd, 1802, Captain Very's daughter Hannah and returned with her to Alexandria, Va. His father having died a short time before, the patrimony left him was used to set up the tanning business. About ten years later Isaac vShreve and his wife left Alexandria and returned to Salem, Mass., where he conducted a profitable tanning business for the remainder of his life. He had eight children by his first wife, viz., Rebecca, Samuel, Hannah, Isaac, Jr., Benjamin, Mary, Louisa and Frances Eliza; and by his second wife (Mary Moulton) five children, viz., Elizabeth, Susan Wood, John, Mary and George. His brother, Benjamin Shreve, 3rd, married Mary Goodhue of Salem, Mass., and engaged in the East India trade quite profitably. He had no children; he died in Salem, May 8th, 1839, aged fifty-eight years. When Isaac Shreve left home to learn his trade in Salem, Mass., his father addressed to him a remarkable letter, facsimile of which would have been herewith given, but the original was, unfortunately, lost some years ago. The following, however, is an attested copy of this thoughtful communica- tion, so full of wisdom and tender regard : DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 329 Alexandria, 29th the Sth Month, 1794 Dear Son Isaac : Thee is now going from under the care of thy loving father, whose eyes have been ever watchful for thy good into the wide world. Thee will be now under the care of Captain Very, who will advise thee for thy good, and I would wish thee to be advised by him. I have thought it most for thy good for thee to go to Salem to learn the trade of a tanner. If Captain Very can get thee a place to suit, I would advise thee to stay ; if not, come home by the first opportunity that offers. As thee will be among strangers, take good care how thee forms acquaintance. Let them be friends, if possible, and steady, sober lads, older than thyself, and the fewer the better. A young man's happiness, both in this world and that which is to come, in a great measure depends on the connections he forms when young. Keep steady to meeting and to plainness both in speech and apparel, and that God that made us will protect thee from all harm. Above all things, be true to thy trust and defraud no man, though the thing may be small. But do unto men as thee would that they should do unto thee. And by so doing thee will gain the esteem of all good men and thy master, and come up in the world a useful member of society. Thee will have peace in thy own mind, which cannot be taken away but by actions which I hope thee wilt not be guilty of. If I should be spared to live until thee comes of age, I am in hope to be able to set thee up in thy intended business, so that by care and industry thee may soon get above the frowns of this world. But if I should be taken away from works to rewards, thee may expect an equal share of what I leave behind me ; provided thee conducts thyself in a sober, orderly manner. If thee agrees to stay, I shall send thee a certificate, which thee must take to the monthly meeting. As there will be many opportunities, I would have thee to write often, and let me know if thee stand in need of anything, and I will en- deavor to furnish thee from time to time. I want thee to serve five years and a half. Then thee will have sometime in the winter which will give time for thee to prepare for settling thyself in the spring following. I now recommend thee to that God that has protected me from my j'outh until this time (my father having died when I was about four years old). And I am sure he is the same heavenly Father that ever He was, and will remain to protect and preserve all those that love and fear Him. From thy loving father Benj. Shreve N. B. Take care of the little money thee has, for thee will find that to be a friend where all others have forsaken thee. I shall furnish thee with small matters of money according as I hear of thy behaviour. Often read this advice and endeavor to follow it. 330 GENEALOGY OF THE 110— SAMUEL SHREVE (Thomas, 1; Richard, 5; Rebecca, 26). b. 1st mo. 25th, 1750, in Burlington Co., N. J. d. about 1814. m. First, . m. Second. . 253— BENJAMIN SHREVE 254— TOHN SHREVE 255— WILLIAM SHREVE 256— SAMUEL SHREVE, JR. 257— MARY SHREVE b. near Alexandria, Va. m. First, Muse. m. Second, Barbara Swink. m. Anna Ball. d. young, in \'irginia. b. 1785. d. 1862, in Falls Church, Va. m. First, Priscilla Payne, m. Second, Mary Ann Culver. d. young. Samuel Shreve [110] was commissioned in June, 1775, Adjutant of the First Battalion. Gloucester County, N. J., Militia, and later was promoted to Captain. In February, 1777, he was appointed Lieutenant Colonel of the same Battalion. Resigned from army in October. 1778. Ill— WILLL\M FRENCH, JR. (Thomas, 1; Richard, 5; William, 27). b. May 10th, 1751. d. 10th mo. 27th, 1808. m. 9th mo. 17th, 1777, at Falls Meeting (Bucks Co., Pa.), Rachel Rickey, daughter of Thomas and Hannah Rickey, of Lower Makefield Township, Bucks Co., Pa. She d. 8th mo. 27th, 1827, in Lamberton, N. J. 258- LYDIA FRENCH 259— HANNAH FRENCH b. 8th mo. 25th, 1778. d. 8th mo. 18th, 1781. b. 12th mo. 5th, 1779. d. 5th mo. 22nd, 1782. DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 331 260— JOHN TAYLOR FRENCH b. 1st mo. 27th, 1783. d. 11th mo. 21st, 1831. 261— WILLIAM RICKEY FRENCH b. nth mo. 23rd, 1785. 262— MAHLON KIRKBRIDE FRENCH b. 6th mo. 12th, 1788. m. May 15th, 1807, Sarah Stackhouse. 263— AMOS TAYLOR FRENCH b. 1st mo. 23rd, 1791. m. 5th mo. 6th, 1812, Ruth Evving. 264— RACHEL RICKEY FRENCH b. 2nd mo. 22nd, 1794. " Died at Lamberton, N. J., on Monday morning the 27th August, Rachel French, widow of William French, deceased, aged 80 years. The deceased was a respectable member of the Society of Friends, and has left this world with a comfortable hope of a blessed immortality beyond the grave." From the Philadelphia " Daily Advertiser," Sept. 3, 1827. MEETING RECORDS Minutes of Chesterfield Monthly Meeting of Women Friends : At a Monthly Meeting of Woman friends held at Chesterfield y* 3'^ of 4'" Mo. 1783— We are informed by Men friends that Rachel French had a Certificate granted from the Falls Monthly Meeting directed to this included with her Husband William French, wich hath Neglected to Produce to this Meeting therefore Hannah Linton and Sarah Robins are to visit her in Company With men friends and Report to Next Meeting. 6*'' of y* 5 mo. 1783 A Certificate was brought in this meeting for Rachel French, included with her husband Wm. French from the Monthly Meeting held at the fals in buks County Pensilvany bearing date ye 3'' of y* 3** mo. 1779 which was read and received. Likewise an acknowledg- ment for the Neglect of its laying so long not brought in and also the Neglecting of attending Religious meetings which was read and received. 11"' of 7"' mo. 1797. A Certificate was laid before this meeting for Rachel French wife of Wm. French; included in her husbands and their five minor children to wit, John, William, Malon, Amos and Rachel from the monthly meeting of Haddonfield bearing date the 8"* of 5'" Mo. 1797 which was read and recei\ed. 332 GENEALOGY OF THE DEED OF PATENT RIGHTS, OLIVER EVANS TO WILLIAM FRENCH Know all men by these presents, that I Oliver Evans of the City of Phil" State of Pennsylvania, do for my self my heirs and afsigns by these presents, for and in consideration of the sum of two hundred & fifty dollars to me in hand paid the receipt whereof I do hereby acknowledge, afsign, Transfer & convey, and forever release to William French Millwright, of the State of New Jersey his heirs and afsigns, all my right unto title and Interest in, my new invention, called the Screw Mill, for breaking different hard substances ; in all those States of the United States situated North or east of the river Delaware, Viz The States of New Jersey, New York, Con- necticut, Vermont, New Hamshire, Mafsachusetts including the Districts of Main and Rhode Island. For this invention I have received the exclu- sive rights of making selling and using in the United States of America by letters patent under and by the authority of the said States, & bearing date the fourteenth of February eighteen hundred and four, as by said Letters pattent will fully appear ; hereby transfering & conveying to the said William French his heirs & afsigns all my rights, power and authority in me vested by the Laws of the United States, to demand, sue for and recover any sums of money, due or that, may here after become due, for the making, selling or using of my said invention as well as all the penalties or forfeitures for the evation or infringements of my Pattent rights which may by the laws of the United States be recoverable, and all the profits and emoluments arising from my said invention in the aforesaid seven States of the United States for and during the term of time of my Pattent, j'et unexpired. In Witnefs whereof I have here unto set my hand & seal the twenty sixth of July Eighteen hundred and six Oliver Evans [Seal] Signed sealed and delivered in the presence of Daniel French Samuel Satherthwaite City of Philadelphia fs — Be it known that on the twenty ninth day of September one thousand eight hundred and six, before me Benjamin Nones, Esquire Notary Public for the Common wealth of Pennsylvania duly com- mifsioned and authorized dwelling in the City of Philadelphia personally came the above named Oliver Evans and acknowledged the foregoing to be his act and deed In testimony whereof I have hereunto set my Ilcmd and affixed my notarial seal the day & year last aforesaid Benj Nones Noty. Public 1806. DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 333 JScw/y Invented Pla/ter Workf^ DRY M1LL> J^acie hy William French, of NeV}-Jcrfe$. THE above iiivcilion and improTement confifts ^fio* cipally, in Jlavinjr the Piafler grouriti thro'ugb artiJ byifcrew, mftead ot c)o1"e, heavy itiO! ftnncs ty v.atef. The fubfcriber wifhes to cill the atCtnticn.of all thofe »/ho arc in the habit of lifing cr foy;ing plalter.and ihinV* it proptr here Vi obfervc — Thst-6t his PlailorVVorks he grinds the Plafter in fuch 3 mahner as to tneafure ?,touc i4 buhels to thf ton, which is foUfnJ, by obfervaiion anil fxpericnce. to be th^ proper 'proportion which ihe rne3- lure fFould bear to' the weight; whereas, at the mill -h where FLartfr is crcund by water, it may be regdili- re- duced down fo flat as to make froni 30 to 11 b'jfheis the ton, and even as fine as duft — The refult is. thofe v.hO boy «f my grindirf^. gel aboRt a ton weight in p?ying fot* a+buflicls a!id in buyiiip the fame ■weigh', giound lo ver-y fipe, pay ior from 301032 bufhcls The diffcrenceirn fubftai.'ce to purchafers is obvious and needs no erplana- lion. To roll indiari corn in, or other grairv, J h'-fr may begroundvery fine ; but upon na other principle fhculd it be reduced to a powder. Any perf')ii who v/i!l resd ]ad)^t Peters' Treatue upon ihc ufe of PlaOer and Pric- licaLfarmiug, (a ln.ali panij-hlet highly Wonhy upon diflerent (o !>,. ft tHiiiidoubtccyy ihy intre- i eft. topionjote the iiic ^nd fn!e of Fialter, an i hrivef^or* ! larjrcly into the mi:iu(ae,wh& a/e convc«f»iit lit the uf<; of Pl/l(l9*-i' and who well know th.e diflereijce, as well as the rcccf- (rty ol its being properly manuf.idlur c>j, anri all who c<;n- tiniic in the ulc of it, will, no coubt, obt^iiin adtfanr.-gcC'm knowledge, for experience '♦vili naturally lead 10 the !•€- ceir^ry inlormation. Auicc the fubfcfi..cr publifhed his fuggf/lloivs atid id^a* llifl year, with lefgeot to Plafter beiug grournl dav*i» flat, y.rid to duft, he is bappy to fii.d, tJi-ii inauy pejfcEj finve paid cloic aiteiition to ic, and fruni real r xperiiHcc. they find '.he ftatnnent correcS):, ai^d they aI(o find, by like expcricncr, that ihe Pia{\cr grt/und (as it appears) t» a dull or powder, hah not i\ body 01 weight left in it. fufe- (ic:cot to huio' it fiaiionary, and of CcU.lc thf body and fubftancc IS blown to dilpcifios;' It it true, tbai feme tumes. and gcncrnl 7, this powcercd Phller biiojfS Jor- ward ar. iriiiiicfliitc und rapid giov,-tn, or vegtt'ation ; birt oblervc, ii luon pafles off for want of havir.g in or fibout U a body fufhccut 10 it tain, a.^d often difcyveis ihis w>T>t bclore iIk- finl (e.-.k.n alter fowing is pad, It isUkc" ilc very difficult to gccthe i; me placed on thegroiind regu- lar ai>d cvcnjaiid this. I would onferve,ib a mattrial point- If yuu iov^ d/ y. It dutls and blows ont of p'a*c — if vtt; it elogs and will fall in lumps, and untven. It will be fouod, that v/hen Piafler is ground to a re- gular and prtARCH 21, 1803 334 GENEALOGY OF THE FALLS MEETING The early settlers of Pennsylvania in the vicinity of the Delaware river falls were mostly Friends. They met in each others' houses for worship, under the care of Burlington, N. J., Monthly Meeting, until 1683, when they set up a Monthly Meeting, the first in what was afterwards known as Bucks County, and in 1690 built a small brick meeting house, 20 X 25 feet. This was enlarged in 1700, and in 1728 a new building was erected to accommo- date the increasing membership. Additions were made in 1758 and 1765, and the large and substantial stone meeting house, herewith reproduced, was built in 1789, the year the American Congress caused a survey to be made along the Delaware in Falls township, with a view to locating there the Dis- trict of Columbia and the capital of the United States. Falls Meeting has always held a foremost place in the history of the Society of Friends. Dur- ing the first century of its existence over five hundred marriages were recorded. Relations between the early meetings at Burlington and Falls were very close and mutually helpful. Upon one occasion two young Friends wishing to marry disregarded the rule concerning certificates. The Burlington Meet- ing addressed to Friends at Falls a very earnest and characteristic letter, in vindication of their action in withholding approval, from which we quote as follows : To our dear friends and brethren in the monthly meeting for the County of Bucks, in Pennsylvania : Dear friends, with love unfeigned in the holy covenant of life, do we greet and tenderly salute you, blessing God for the holy communion and fellowship which he hath graciously brought his people into, and doth defend and preserve them in, where being kept, our greatest care will be for the honor of God, and the good of his people. Dear friends, we are comforted concerning many of you, being fully assured of your integrity and service in the Lord, and are glad our lot has fallen so near each other, and do desire that in this service and work of God, which he is carrying on here as well as elsewhere, and will make glorious in his time, we may be all packed together, and knit in that holy bond, which the strongest powers of darkness are not able to break. Dear friends, as to the business of and his friend, we are informed that he has a certificate come, and, therefore, our exercise as to that is at an end ; yet, still, we are desirous, according to our former inten- tions, to give you a naked serious account. Wherefore, we have laid such an injunction on all, of having certificates when their marriages were pre- sented, that came single and marriageable into this country. We had many o c Q Q O CI % > DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 335 marriages that came before us where little could be certified concerning the persons, yet earnestly pressing the accomplishment of the matter, which became a great strait and exercise to honest friends on whom God had laid the care of his honor. Yet, for a time, in condescension did permit such marriages, constantly expressing ourselves not satisfied therewith, still desir- ing that care might be taken for the future, that things too doubtful and dangerous might not be put upon us ; requesting the care and help of Friends in England to inform such as come over, that they might bring certificates with them; giving notice through our respective meetings that it was expected ; also, informing all how they might be helped by the monthly meeting here in their sending. Yet, notwithstanding it was allowed, and the old practice continued and grew amongst us, and the burthen of the upright grew with it, some alleging that such and such were passed and why not we. So, finding it of that dangerous consequence, and that it strengthened the wrong, and hurt the good, we can say, in the sight of God and his people, necessity was laid upon us to do what we did, singly eyeing the glory of God, and the advancement of His truth in it. So, not doubting that we shall be felt, and credited, and strengthened by you herein, we subscribe ourselves by order, and on the behalf of our men's monthly meeting, the 2d of the fifth month, 1683, your friends and brethren in the love and travails of the truth. Samuel Jennings, Thomas Budd 112— RICHARD FRENCH (Thomas, 1; Richard, 5; William, 27). b. October 15th, 1759. d. 2nd mo. 26th, 1823. m. Mary Davis. She b. 12th mo. 29th, 1761. d. 12th mo. 12th, 1829. 265— THOMAS FRENCH b. 1st mo. 17th, 1785. m. Ann Headly 266— CHARLOTTE FRENCH b. 10th mo. 17th, 1786. m. Jesse Van Horn. 267— LYDIA FRENCH b. 9th mo. 19th, 1788. d. 9th mo. 19th, 1788. 268— LYDIA FRENCH b. 2nd mo. 3rd, 1793. d. 11th mo. nth, 1801. 269— RICHARD FRENCH, JR. b. 11th mo. 26th, 1799. m. 9th mo. 12th, 1822, Sarah Hutchinson. Richard French [112] served in the Continental army, and was for a time under the command of General Cadwallader of Pennsylvania. He took part in the operations against the Hessians and British in the vicinity of Trenton and Bordentown, N. J., December, 1776. 336 GENEALOGY OF THE 119— WILLIAM FRENCH (Thomas, 1; Richard, 5; Jonathan, 31). m. May 25th, 1783, Ruth Higby; Gloria Dei (Old Swedes') Church record, Philadelphia. She d. 1801. 270— JOHN FRENCH 271— REBECCA FRENCH 272— RICHARD FRENCH 273— JOSEPH FRENCH d. young. b. June 24th, 1785. m. Enoch Thorn. d. young. b. February 27th, 1790. m. December 25th, 1815, Christiana Slim. The Swedish colonists who settled along and near the Delaware during the seventeenth century built four churches and maintained them for more than one hundred years. That located near the Indian settlement of Wiccaco was for a long time the center of religious activity and influence in the southern part of Philadelphia. Services were first held by Rev. Jacob Fabritius, in 1677, in the block house fort, built in 1669. This was torn down in 1698 and in 1700 the present brick church, apparently good for centuries yet, was built by Rev. Andrew Rudman. The church came under the care of the Protestant Episcopal Diocese of Pennsylvania in 1841. The present rector. Rev. Snyder B. Simes, has been in charge for forty years. GLORIA DEI (OI.D SWEDES') CHURCH, PHILADELPHIA. 1700 DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 337 120— RICHARD FRENCH (Thomas, 1; Richard, 5; Jonathan, 31). b. 8th mo. 6th, 1760. d. 12th mo. 19th, 1839. m. 10th mo. 11th, 1784, Sophia Bendler. She b. 8th mo. 16th, 1762, d. 8th mo. 6th, 1845. 274— JACOB FRENCH 275— JONATHAN FRENCH 276— MARY FRENCH 277— SARAH FRENCH 278— RICHARD FRENCH, JR. 279— SAMUEL FRENCH 280— ELIZABETH FRENCH 281— KEZIAH FRENCH b. 4th mo. 22nd, 1785. d. 9th mo. 29th, 1791. b. 12th mo. 25th, 1786. m. Rebecca Wilson. b. nth mo. 25th, 1788. m. 1811, William Jones. b. 10th mo. 4th, 1791. m. 1815, Anthony Warrick, Jr. b. 8th mo. 30th, 1793. d. 4th mo. 16th, 1853, unmarried. b. 10th mo. 15th, 1796. m. 1820, Elizabeth Roberts. b. 10th mo. 14th, 1798. d. 2nd mo. 14th, 1800. b. 6th mo. 7th, 1803. m. 1822, Samuel Hillman. RICHARD FRENCH Richard French [120] was a prosperous farmer and brickmaker, his homestead of over 100 acres being located on the White Horse pike, near the present village of Kirkwood, Camden County, N. J. He was a methodical business man of enviable reputation and wide influence. His home was a model of neatness and his personal habits exact. He kept all engagements with scrupulous care. An old account book, preserved by one of his grand- daughters shows profitable relations with many business men and builders of that period. During the months of September, October and November, 1801, he sold over 30,000 bricks, at an average price of £1 17s. 6d. per thousand. He died in his 80th year, leaving to his children and grand- 22 33S GENEALOGY OF THE children the memory of a well spent life. Until some time after his marriage to Sophia Bendler, in 1784, Richard French supposed he had lost his birth- right in the Society of Friends, on account of the action taken in the case of his father, Jonathan French [31]. Evidently he was in full accord with Friends and when he learned that the way was open for him to renew his membership in meeting, he at once took advantage of the long desired oppor- tunity, submitting an acknowledgment for marrying out and an appeal for recognition characteristic of the gentle spirit he alw^ays manifested. This communication, addressed to Eveshan Monthly Meeting, appears with the entire record of proceedings taken, under Jonathan French [31], and is here- with reproduced : To the Monthly Meeting of Evesham I the Subscriber having a Birthright amongst Frds ; but not having any Knowledge thereof till since I consummated my marriage contrary to the good order established amongst them ; on being treated with, feel love & nearness towards mj' Friends, and have a sincere desire to retain my right in Society, hoping this with my future orderly walking may reconcile me to my friends again, is the desire of Richard French 12" mo. 9" 1791 In 1792 Richard French was granted a certificate of removal from Evesham Monthly Meeting to Haddonfield Monthly Meeting, in which meeting he continued to take an active interest imtil his death in 1839. WILL OF RICHARD FRENCH, 1839 I Richard French of the Township and County of Gloucester and State of New Jersey being of Sound mind and Memory, do Make and Publish this For my last Will and Testament . . . First I Give and Bequeath to my dear Wife Sophah French the Income and profits of my Farm where I now leive Situate in the Township of Gloucester one Cow at her Choise one Bed Bedstid and Beding and I allso Give to her as much of my Furniture as she may think necefsary to keep house. Second; It is my Will and I do order my Executor to sell the Balance or remainder of my Personall prop- erty after my Wife shall take what she may Think Necefsary to keep house and pay all my Just debts and Funerall Charges and the Remainder I Give and Bequeath to be Eaqually Divided Between my three daughters namely Mary Jones Sarah Warreck and Kiziah Hillman third It is my Will and I do order my Executor at the deceas of my wife to Sell att Public or Private Sale all my Real Estate be the Same More or Lefs and where so ever Found and the Money Ariseing thereon to be Eejually divided the one DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 339 half part of the neate profits to be Equeally Between My Son Samuel Frenches Four Sones namely Richard B. French Jacob French Samuel French and Jonathan French I Give and Bequeath to the above named Richard B. French Jacob French Samuel French and Jonathan the above mentioned one half part of the neate profits ariseing on the sale of my real Estate to be Eaquelly divide Between them Fourth I Give and Be- queath to my son Jonathan French and to my son Richard French and to my daughter Kiziah Hillman the other half part of the neate profits arise- ing on the Sale of my real Estate to be Eaqueally divided Between them Fifth and lastly I do appoint my son in law Samuel Hillman Executor of this My Testament and Last Will I appoint Samuel Hillman Guardean to have the Care of my son Richard and his Estate and Person In Witnefs Whereof I have hereunto Set my hand and Seal this Twentininth day of August in the year of Our Lord one thousand Eight hundred and Thirty- nine 1839. 'A. Signed sealed published and declared by the said Richard French to be his Testament and last Will in the presence of us David Sloan lazer Sickler Christopher Sickler Gloucester County fs, Samuel Hillman Executor in the within testa- ment named, alledging himself to be confcientiously fcrupulous of taking on oath and being duly affirmed according to law upon his affirmation faith that the within inftrument contains the true last will and testament of Richard French the testator therein named so far as he knows and as he verily believes, that he will well and truly perform the fame by paying first the debts and then the legacies in the faid testament Specified so far as the goods chattels and Credits of the faid deceased can thereunto extend, and that he will make and exhibit into the Surrogates Office of the County of Gloucester a true and perfect Inventory of all and fingular the goods chattels and credits of the faid deceased that have or fhall come to his knowledge or pofsefsion or to the pofsefsion of any other person or persons for his use, and render a just and true account when thereunto lawfully required Subfcribed and affirmed at Woodbury this first day of January, A. D. 1840. Samuel Hillman before me — J. C. Smallwood, 340 GENEALOGY OF THE 121— EDWARD FRENCH (Thomas, 1; Thomas, 6; Thomas, 33) b. 1st mo. 7th, 1747. d. 8th mo. 21st, 1822. m. Mary Wilkins. She b. 5th mo. 28th, 1750. d. 5th mo. 29th, 1827. 282— THOMAS FRENCH b. 7th mo. 1st, 1770. d. 7th mo. 21st, 1770. 283— JEMIMA FRENCH b. 9th mo. 27th, 1771. m. April 21st, 1790, Jacob Borton. 284— HANNAH FRENCH b. 4th mo. 7th, 1773. m. March 7th, 1792, Nathan Evans. 285- JOSEPH FRENCH b. 4th mo. 6th, 1774. m. (about) 1797, Elizabeth Zane. 286— JOHN FRENCH b. 2nd mo. 16th, 1775. d. 2nd mo. 20th, 1775. 287— SARAH FRENCH b. 4th mo. 19th, 1777. m. First, 12th mo. 19th, 1803, Gilbert Deacon. m. Second, Carrie. 288— ANNE FRENCH b. 2nd mo. 16th, 1779. 289— EDWARD FRENCH 290— STACY FRENCH b. 9th mo. 7th, 1780. b. 8th mo. 5th, 1782. 291— ISAAC FRENCH b. 10th mo. 10th, 1784. d. 10th mo. 15th, 1784. 292— SAMUEL FRENCH b. 12th mo. 2nd, 1785. m. Sarah . 293— URIAH FRENCH b. 2nd mo. 23rd, 1787, d. 3rd mo. 6th, 1788. 294— MARY FRENCH b. 12th mo. 15th, 1789. m. Dominic Connelly. DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 341 295— SYLENIA FRENCH b. 7th mo. 10th, 1792. m. Dennis. 296— CHARLES HAINES FRENCH b. 11th mo. 8th, 1797. m. First, 1st mo. 27th, 1820, Hannah E. Moore. m. Second, 1st mo. 7th, 1826, Mary Moore. EDWARD FRENCH Edward French was for many years a noted and influential resident of Chester Township, N. J. He resided before, during and for many years after the Revolution, on a plantation at the west end of Moorestown, now known as " Forrest Brook Farm," some two hundred acres in extent. He was much interested in township aifairs, serving as overseer of highways in 1773, and chosen freeholder in 1784 and from 1788 to 1793 inclusive. He was a member of the township committee, in many of the old records called "Representatives," in 1786 and from 1788 to 1794. He was also a long- time justice of the peace; and between 1795, when the marriage license law was passed, and 1801, he married sixty-four couples. In 1770 he sold a piece of ground on what is now the north side of West Moorestown to Samuel Fanning, upon which the latter erected a comfortable house; and in 1821, Edward French purchased this property, removing there with his wife, to whom he bequeathed at the time of his death, in 1822, a life tenancy therein. He was a man of strong character and great vigor of mind and body. Prior to 1779 he was an active member of Friends' Meeting. During the Revo- lutionary War an " old tippler " went to the Friends' Meeting House in Moorestown on First Day morning, while Friends were at worship, and opening the door, called out in a loud voice: " Here you are all sittin' in meetin' and the British are down at Neddie French's." It is scarcely neces- sary to say that the usual form of breaking meeting was not observed. The plantation of Edward French, which he devised to his son, Charles Haines French, was formerly the property of his grandfather, Thomas French [6]. He also owned for many years an adjoining property, one hundred and fifty-three acres, on the north side of the present Camden and Moorestown turnpike, which comprised a portion of the estate conveyed by deed of gift 1694, by Thomas ffrench, progenitor, to his son Thomas, grand- 342 GENEALOGY OF THE father of Edward French. Part of this property, one hundred and five acres, Edward French conveyed to his son Joseph in 1821. The latter dying intes- tate, and the farm being sold, under direction of the Orphans' Court, by Commissioners, in 1838, Edward French [559], son of Joseph, bought sixty- one acres, which, with an additional tract, he bequeathed in 1871 to his daughter, Sarah A. Ogden, by whom it was sold in 1872 to Ellwood Hol- linshead, after one hundred and seventy-eight years consecutive ownership by members of the French family. Two views of the Edward French homestead, now known as " Forrest Brook Farm," are herewith given, one showing its appearance as it faced the old " King's Highway," in Revolutionary times ; the other, the present front, facing the Camden and Moorestown turnpike. On one of the small window panes, in the eastern end of the first floor sitting room, there appears the name and date, " Charles H. French 1819," scratched with a diamond. This was evidently done by Edward's youngest son, who at that time was 23 years of age, and who inherited the farm. MEETING RECORDS Evesham Monthly Meeting Minutes : At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham y^ 9"* of y* 8*" mo. 1770. Edward French produced an acknowledgment of his out going in marriage, which was read and referred for consideration. At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham y" 6'" of y^ 9'" mo. 1770. Edward Frenches acknowledgment was now accepted and is in the follow- ing words — To Friends of Evesham Monthly Meeting, as I y^ under writer having gone out in marriage which is Contrary to Friends rules, in which Conduct I allow myself in fault, & am willing to Condemn y* Same hopeing that my future Conduct may render me worthy of friends further notice, y* 9'" of y' 8'" mo. 1770 Edward French At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham y* 9'" of y" 9*" mo. 1779. Friends from y^ preparative Meeting at Chester reported that Edward French & Enoch Allen had been treated with for paying their fines in Lieu of Military Service. Therefore Samuel Shute & John Roberts are appointed to visit them and report to ne.xt meeting. m o B o a. 2. (T a 0" o e ■^ to O C P3 Q s o. 2 i-j s •1 3 •O c 5? DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 343 At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham y^ 7'" of 10'" Mo. 1779. The friends appointed reported that they have visited Edw'd French & Enoch Allen but that they did not appear in a Suitable Disposition to Condemn their Misconduct therefore this meeting proceeds to Disown them y® said Edw'd French and Enoch Allen from having any Right of member- ship amongst us until they come to a Sight of their Misconduct & condemn y* same to friends Satisfaction, which that they may is our Sincere Desire & Jacob Hollinshead & Wm. Matlack are appointed to give them a copy of this Minute & report to Next Meeting. At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham y* 4"' of y" U"' mo. 1779. The friends appointed reported that they have given Edw'd French a Copy of y* Minute against him ; but they have not had an opportunity with Enoch Allen. REVOLUTIONARY DAMAGES Inventory of Damage done to Edward French by the American Troops under the Command of General Varnum and others February IS"" 1777 1200 Cedar Rails @ 25/ 200 Oak d° @ 6/ £15 12 Hay and Grain taken by Waggoners; 2 5 £17 17 Thomas Morris being Sworn, Deposeth that he saw the Troops of the Continental take and Destroy the articles Contained in the within Inventory. Thomas Morris Inventory of the Goods of Edward French Plundered and Destroyed by the Troops of the British Armey in June 1778, \'izt. 1 Old Horse, 1 two year old heifer, 2 yearling D" £12 5 Calves, 25 Sheep, 4 large Hogs, 5 Shoats 24 2 6 80 Fowls, 9 Geese, 4 Tons Hay, 1000 Ceedar Rails 25 12 6 300 Oak Rails, Harnefs for 2 Horses 3 3 — Sundry Timber and Fruit Trees, 1 Acre Flax 4 10 — 1 Gun, Sundry Cloathing 3 10 — £72 18 Thomas Morris being Sworn, Deposeth that he lived in the Famely of the above Applicant in the time of the British Troops being at his House and Saw Said Troops Plunder and Destroy the Several Articles Contained in the Above Inventory. Thomas Morris. 344 GENEALOGY OF THE WILL OF EDWARD FRENCH, 1821 I Edward French of the Township of Chester in the County of Burlington and State of New Jersey being of Sound and disposeing Mind and Memory, Do make and publish this my last will and testament, Makeing all former and other will by me maid Void and this only to be taken for the Same in Manner & form following that is to Say 1*' I give and bequeth to my wife Mary French the Rent and profit of the houfe and lot of Land where I now dwell which I purchased of Samuel Lanings Estate together with the Land adjoining on the North Side of the Stage Road adjoining to Joseph Frenchs land and bounding by the Same to the line of George French & the same to the Main Street or Stage Road and down the Same to the place of begining during her natural life. I also give to my Said wife two good beds and beding together with other houfehold goods such as she shall chofe to the amount of Eighty dollars to be taken at the appraised price and dispofe of her houfehold goods to whome she may see fit. I also order my Son Charles H. French to take charge of her and to see that she shall not want for any nefsarys during her life. 2°* I Order my Executors here after Named, to sell and dispofe of all my moveable Estate not otherwife dispofed of, as soon after my discease as can be Conveniantly Done, and pay all my Just debts and Nefsesary Expences, and to avoid disputes as much as pofsable and it is my will that all the grain and grafs standing or growing on the premises and Vigatbles of every kind I mean what I claim as mine to be dispofed of and all my Sider works and Still and Utentials thereunto belonging & boyler in the boyler houfe, to be considered as movables and disposed of as such for the payment of debts and in cafe my movable estate Should not be Sufficient to pay my debts I order my Executors to sell and dispofe of that houfe and lot where James Ginnet now dwells and likewife to sell of in Small lots Land to the Eastward of Coles Medow Road sufficient to discharge the Remainder of m)^ Just debts and to make Deed or Deeds for the same good and sufficient as I could do in life 3^"^ I give and devife to my Son Joseph French ten dollars, out of my movable Estate, he having Received his full Share of my estate by Deed bareing date the fifth day of June one thoufand Eight hundred and twenty one 4"' I give & devise to my Son Charles H. French the Plantation where he now dwells with his complying with the Legecies to be paid out of the Same, begining at a Stone in George P"renchs line below the School houfe and Corner to Joseph Frenchs land and Runing on his line to James Hinchmans land and corner to Joseph French, and from thence by Hinch > SB ^ O a s 5' K Q o 5" s > :^ H a: = 2 ^ c 1^ s s § ^ DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 345 mans Coles & Josiah Roberts land to Cowperthwaits, Chambers Hunts and so on to a Small Run of water & down the same to a small lot quit- claimed to Hugh Cowperthwaits to the North branch of pensaukin creek and up the Same the Severil Courfes to a Maple Stump thence by land of Hannah & Joseph Cowperthwaits the Severil courfes to the arch bridge in the Haddonfield Road thence up the South side of a Large ditch And main water courfe to a Stone in Range with Benjamin Hunts line where I and Samuel Cowperthwait agreed it should be placed from thence along Hunts and George French land the severil courses to the place of begining. Likewise a lot of Seder Swamp on atco atco adjoining to a Lot given to Joseph French containing eight or nine acres be the same more or less to him his Heirs and afsigns for ever providing*** he pays the Legacies allotted to be paid out of the Same. 5"' I give and bequeth to Daughter Jemima Borton Eight hundred dollars to be paid to her by my Son Charles H. French out of the Plantation given to him in twelve months after my decefe and in Case Jemima should decese, before She Receives this Legecy the Money hereby given to her to be divided among her Surviving Children and her husband equally share alike 6'" I give and bequeth to my daughter Mary Conelly two hundred dollars to be paid to her by my Son Charles H. French out of the planta- tion given to him, and Likewife all the houfehold goods I lent her some years back — but in cafe my Daughter Mary should deceafe before She Receives this Legecy her husband is to have no part thereof, but to Remain in the hands of my Executors to be devided equally between her Children when they arrive to the age of twenty one or the Survivors of them. I mean the Children of my Daughter Mary is to Receive this Legecy Not her husband. 7"" I give and bequeth to my Daughter Sarah Currie a certain Note signed to me by my son Joseph French for one hundred dollars together with a bed and beding Cafe of Draws looking glafs other things I brought from Alloways Creek yet on hand together with one hundred dollars to be paid her by my Son Charles H. French out of the Plantation given to him but in case she should decs*^ before she gits this Legecy her husband is to have No part thereof, but to Remain in the hands of my Executors to be equally devided between her Children she had by Gilbert Deacon when they arrive to full age Share alike. 8"" I give and bequeth to my Daughter Syllenia Dennis Eight Hundred dollars to be paid to her by my Son Charles H. French out of the planta- tion given to him in one year after my decefe, but in cafe She should die befor She Receives this Legacy her Children she shall then have and her husband is to share this equally between them share alike and to be paid her in one year from my decefe. Q**" I give and bequeth to my Grand Son Samuel French the Son of my Son Samuel French Decas'' And after the deth of his Grand Mother the 346 GENEALOGY OF THE houfe and lot where I now dwell with the land adjoining as it is discribed to his Grand Mother on the North Side of the Stage Road and bounding on the Land of Joseph French and Rode to Coles Medow when he arrives to the age of twenty one years and that if my Grand Son Samuel should decf' before his Grand Mother then the land given to him after the decefe of his Grand Mother must be sold and the money arrifseing the sale thereof must be devided between my then surviveing Children and Sarah Ann French my Grand daughter share alike sons and Daughters I likewife give to my Grand Son Samuel French the Remainder of my wood land to the Eastward of Coles Medow Road after a fufficency be sold for the payment of my debts, but my Executors is to have the care of the property and see that no wast be committed and if he should die without Lawful Isue I order it to be sold and dispofed of as above but if he should survive his grand Mother and have lawful Isue I give it to him his heirs and afsigns forever. 10*" I give and devise to my grand daughter Sarah Ann French two hundred dollars to be paid to her by my Son Charles H. French out of the plantation given to him and in cafe she should deceafe before she is twent}' years of age then this Legacy to decend to all my then surviving Children share alike. Lastly I Nominate my Son Charles H. French and Jacob Borton my Son-in Law to be Executors to this my last will and testament and to see that the same be strickly complyed with. In Witnefs whereof I have here- unto Set my hand and affixed my Seal this Ninth day of June one thoufand Eight hundred and twenty one 1821 — In the prefence of the Subscribing witnefses who at my Request have afsigned their thereto — ^^^^^^"-^ JrTf-MA^ % Signed Sealed pronounced and by '\ Hugh Hollinshead the testator to be his Last Will & ^ Thomas Gill testament in the prefence of us. j William Hooton Hugh Hollinshead & William Hooten two of the witnefses to the within will being duly sworn & affirmed, to wit the said Hugh Hollinshead being duly sworn, & the said William Hooten alleging himself to be conscien- tiously scrupulous of taking an oath & being duly affirmed according to law, upon their respective oath & affirmation declare & say, that they saw Edward French the testator therein named deceased sign & seal the fame & heard him publish, pronounce & declare the within writing to be his last will and testament ; that at the time of the doing thereof the said testator DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 347 was of sound and disposing mind & memory so far as this deponent & affirmant know & as they verily believe ; and that Thomas Gill the other Subscribing evidence was present at the fame time & signed his name as a witnefs to the said will together with this deponent & affirmant in the prefence of the said testator Sworn & affirmed the 7th Sept'' A. D. Hugh HoUinshead 1822 before me William Hooten Abrm. Brown Surrog Charles H. French & Jacob Borton executors within named alleging themselves to be conscientiously scrupulous of taking an oath & being duly affirmed according to law declare & say that the within instrument contains the true last will & testament of Edward French the testator therein named deceased so far as they know & as they verily believe ; that they will well & truly perform the fame by paying first the debts of the said deceased and then the legacies in the said testament specified so far as the goods, chattels & credits of the said deceased can thereunto extend ; & that they will make & exhibit into the Prerogative Office at Trenton a true & perfect inventory of all & singular the goods & chattels & credits of the said deceased which have or shall come to their knowledge or pofsefsion or to the pofsefsion of any other person or persons for their use «S: render a just & true account when thereunto lawfully required. Affirmed the 7'" day of Sept"' A. D. 1822 before me Abrm. Brown — Surrog INVENTORY OF THE ESTATE OF EDWARD FRENCH, 1822 A True & perfect inventory of all and singular the Goods and Chattels rights & credits of Edward French Deceased Late of the township of Chester & County of Burlington Made by us whose names are hereunto subscribed The fifth day of September One thousand eight hundred & twenty two Thus 1822 D. cts Purse and wearing Apparel 68.02 Horse Chais & harnefs 89.00 348 GENEALOGY OF THE Horned Cattle 26.00 Swine 9.00 Plate and Other household Goods 439.75 Corn Growing at the time of his Death 55.00 Hay and Grain in the barn 80.00 Potatoes & vegitables in the Ground 5.00 Cider Mill & prefses & Emty Casks 35.50 Fruit fallen 2.00 Stills & appurtenances belonging thereto 123.00 Boiler 2.00 Buckwheat standing 3.00 Implements of husbandry 27.25 Debts 945.89 "$1909^ Appraised by us the day ] and year above written j William Roberts W" Doughten 1822 Sep' 7*'' 1 Sheep & 1 Cupboard since appraised. 5.50 Affirmed the 7"" day of Sept"' AD. 1822 before me — Abm. Brown Surog W"' Doughten Charles H. French Jacob Borton 122— URIAH FRENCH (Thomas, 1; Thomas, 6; Thomas, 33). h. 3rd mo. 14th, 1748. d. 1823. m. First, Jmie 29th, 1771, Rachel Ingersoll, daughter of Ebenezer Ingersoll, of Great Egg Harbour, N. J. m. Second, August 6th, 1800, Isabella Peacock, widow. 297— MARY FRENCH Haines. 298— REBECCA FRENCH 299— URIAH FRENCH, JR. b. 5th mo. 27th, 1788. ni. Ann Bates. 300— GEORGE FRENCH DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 349 WILL OF URIAH FRENCH, 1822 I Uriah French of the Township of Chester, County of Burlington and State of New Jersey, Senior — being of sound mind and memory, do make and publish this for my last Will and Testament. First My Will is, that the House and Lot, or corner lot, that lies on the Burlington and Moorestown Roads, containing about one Acre of Land more or less, may be sold, and the Money arising therefrom to pay my just Debts and Funeral charges, and the residue, I give and bequeath to dear Wife Iszabella French and to Margaret Peacock, Daughter to said Iszabella — to be equally divided between them. Second, — The House and Farm whereon I now live containing about nineteen Acres and three roods of Land, more or lefs, with all the appur- tenances. And also all my Moveable effects wherever they may be found, I give and bequeath to my dear Wife Iszabella French and her said Daughter Margaret Peacock, (During the natural life of my said Wife Iszabella French) to be equally divided between them. And at my Wife's Decease, my Will is, that the same may fall to her said Daughter Margaret Peacock to her and her heirs, forever. Third, I give and bequeath to Mary Haines, Rebecca French, Uriah French & George French, my sons and Daughters, five Dollars a piece to be paid to them, or their heirs in five years after my Decease. I appoint James Vansciver Executor, and my Wife Iszabella French Executrix, of this my Testament and last Will. In Witnefs whereof I have hereto set my hand an Seal, this twenty fouth day of September in the year of our Lord one thousand eight hundred and twenty-two. ;/: T^e^ / ^(/sft^ Signed, Sealed, published & declared ~) John Wi s \ David W ,^ard by the said Uriah French Sen"" to be his \- David Ward Testament & last Will, in presence of us ) Abraham Heulings John Ward one of the witnefses to the within will alleging himself to be conscientiously scrupulous of taking an oath and being duly affirmed according to law doth declare and say that he faw Uriah French Sen"" the testator therein named deceased sign and seal the fame and heard him publish, pronounce and declare the within writing to be his last will and testament . Affirmed the 30'" day of May A. D. 1823 before me Abrm Brown Surrog — ) \ John Ward 350 GENEALOGY OF THE Isabella French and James Vansciver executors within named being duly sworn depose and saj' that the within instrument contains ihe true last will and testament of Uriah French Sen'' the testator therein named deceased so far as they know & as they verily believe ; that they will well and truly perform the fame by paying first the debts of the said deceased and then the legacies in the said testament specified so far as the goods chattels and credits of the said deceased can thereunto extend ; and that they will make and exhibit into the Prerogative Office at Trenton a true and perfect inven- tory of all and singular the goods chattels and credits of the said deceased which have or shall come to their knowledge or pofsefsion or to the pof- sefsion of any other person or persons for their use, and render a just & true account when thereunto lawfully required. Sworn the 30*" day of May Isabella French A. D. 1823 before me James Vanfciver. Abrm Brown Surrog 123— GEORGE FRENCH (Thomas, 1; Thomas, 6; Thomas, 33). b. 2nd mo. 9th, 1753. d. 1827. m. 5th mo. 1775, Rachel Rakestraw, daughter of Thomas Rakestraw. She b. 9th mo. 8th, 1755. 301— WILLIAM FRENCH b. 3rd mo. 30th, 1776. m. Abigail . 302— ABRAHAM FRENCH b. 5th mo. 23rd, 1778. 303— SUSANNAH FRENCH b. 11th mo. 16th, 1781. m. 11th mo. 14th, 1811, Andrew Hollings- head. 304— BATHSHEBA FRENCH b. 3rd mo. 15th, 1783. m. 4th mo. 24th, 1806, Joseph Roberts. 305— ISAAC FRENCH b. 9th mo. 8th, 1785. d. 10th mo. 14th, 1791. 306— JACOB FRENCH b. 5th mo. 8th. 1788. d. 10th mo. 15th, 1791. DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 351 307— FIRMAN FRENCH b. 7th mo. 29th, 1791. d. 10th mo. 21st, 1791. 308— RACHEL FRENCH b. 7th mo. 30th, 1792. m. 10th mo. 13th, 1814, Enoch Roberts. 309— MATILDA FRENCH b. 12th mo. 14th, 1795. m. Thomas Quick. GEORGE FRENCH George French, the youngest son of Thomas [33] throughout a long and busy life was one of the most prominent and useful citizens of Moorestown. In 1774, when he was twenty-one years of age, his brother Edward conveyed to him, " for ten pounds and natural love and good will which he beareth toward his brother and for his better support," three lots, fifteen acres and a house, in the west end of Moorestown. He at once entered into business and prospered greatly, accumulating considerable property for those days, as will be observed by his will, in which provision was made for his children and grand children. He took an active interest in local affairs, holding various offices during a period of forty years. In 1784 he was chosen tax collector for Chester township, assessor in 1787 and again in 1805, member of the township committee, or " representative," in 1796-99 and 1800-1. In 1799 he served as chosen freeholder. He was justice of the peace for many years later in life. MEETING RECORDS Evesham Monthly Meeting Minutes : At a monthly meeting held at Evesham ye 6th of ye 4th mo. 1775. George French son of Thos. French dec'd. & Rachel Rakestraw Daughter of Thos. Rakestraw Dec'd appeared and Declared their Intentions of mar- riage with Each other. Therefore Wm. Matlock and John Lippincott are appointed to make j'e needful Enquiery & report to next meeting his mother being present consented. At a monthly meeting held at Evesham ye 4th of 5'e 5th mo. 1775. George French & Rachel Rakestraw appeared & signified the Continuation of their Intentions of marriage with Each other ye Friends appointed to make Enquiery reporting nothing to obstruct their proceedings. There- fore they are at Liberty to Consumate their said Intentions according to good order & Thos. Wilkins & Joseph Wilcox are appointed to be present & see that good order be kept & report to next meeting. 352 GENEALOGY OFTHE Minutes of Evesham Monthly Meeting of Women Friends: 6th of 4th Mo. 1775. George French and Rachel Rakestraw appeared and declared their intentions of marriage with each other. Two friends appointed to enquire into her life & conversation & make report. 4 — 5 mo. 1775. George French and Rachel Rakestraw appeared and signified the continuation of their intentions of marriage. 8 — 6 mo. 1775. The friends appointed to attend the marriage of George French and Rachel Rakestraw report it was orderly accomplished. [Men's Meeting] At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham ye 4th of ye 11th mo. 1779. Friends from the Preparative Meeting at Chester reported that Jos''' Morgan Jun"' & George French had been treated with for paying a fine in Lieu of their personal service in ye Militia therefore Jacob HoUinshead & John Rifdon are appointed to visit them and report to next meeting. At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham ye 9th of ye 12th Mo. 1779. One of j-e Friends appointed reported that they had Visited Jos'' Morgan Junr. & George French who did not appear disposed to make Friends satisfaction, therefore this meeting Disowns them from having any right of membership with us until they are favour'd to see their Error & make ye necessary Satisfaction & Joseph Worinton & John Collins are appointed to give them a Copy of this minute and report to ne.xt meeting. At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham the 6th of y^ 1'* Mo. 1780. The friends appointed reported that they have given Joseph Morgan Jun'' and George French Copies of this Meeting's Minute against them. REVOLUTIONARY DAMAGES Inventory of Goods and Chattels of George French Plundered by the British Troops in June 1778 — 1 Cow, 3 Sheep, half a Ton Clover hay £8 15 — Henry Bradshaw being affirmed Declared that he Saw the British Troops Runing After the Cow above mentioned, and Soon After their Departure Saw Such Remains of her as Convinced him that the Said Cow was killed by the Said Troops, and as he lived in the Same House with the above Applicant has good Reason to Believe that the other articles Contained in the Above Inventory, was Plundered by the aforesaid British Troops. Henry Bradshaw. DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 353 CHESTER TOWNSHIP'S AID TO PHILADELPHIA, 1793 Richard S. Smith being appointed at a Town Meeting held the 12th Day of October last to receive such monies as Should be Collected from the Inhabitants and to forward the same to the Committee appointed in Phila- delphia for the Relief of the poor of that city labouring under the dreadful Malady called the Yellow Fever Reported That he had Received from the different collectors as follows : Oct'' 12 1793 of William Roberts the sum of £13 20 of do 22 Jany 9 1794 of do 3 Oct 19 1793 of Nathaniel Middleton 7 Nov 22 of do 4 Jany 9 1794 of do 1 Oct 22 1793 of George French 22 Jany 9 1794 of do 2 Oct 22 1793 of Samuel Shute 5 " 29 of do Nov 30 of do 4 Jany 9 1 794 of do Mch 1 1 of Joseph Morgan subscribed in Pine Wood 2 Total Sum Received £89 WILL OF GEORGE FRENCH, 1825 Let is be recorded that I George French of the Township of Chester in the County of Burlington and State of New Jersey, being at this time week of body yet favour'd with Sound disposing mind and memory : I do make and ordain this to be my last will and Testament in words follow- ing — (First) I will and order that all my Just debts and funeral charges be paid by my Executor herein after named and appointed out of my per- sonal effects, as early after my decease as convenience will admit. (Second.) I will and bequeath to my grandson William French the Sum of Two hundred Dollars in cash to be paid to him by my Executor within one year after my decease ; and also four Shares of the Stock I hold in the Camden bank. — (Third.) I will and bequeath to my grand-daughter Harriot Brown the Sum of Two hundred Dollars in cash, to be paid to her by my Executor within one year after my decease ; and also four Shares of the Stock I hold in the Camden Bank. (Fourth.) I will and bequeath to my grandsons George HoUinshead and Charles Roberts each of them one new Silver watch of the value of eighteen Dollars each. 23 1 4—1/2 17 3 17 6 7—1/2 6 2 2 6 10 19 4—1/2 7 11 4 9 6 16 2—1/2 354 GENEALOGYOFTHE ' (Fifth.) I will and bequeath to my grandson Isaac One hundred Dollars in cash, to be paid by my Executor out of my personal estate. (Sixth.) I will and bequeath to Lydia Peacock widow of Isaac Peacock Deceased Eighteen Dollars in cash, to be paid to her by my Executor out of my Personal estate. (Seventh.) I will and bequeath to my Daughter Susanna Hollinshead the new house and lot of Land at the corner of Bodine road So called, where She now dwells ; with all the Improvements that are thereon, to have and to hold to her; her Heirs and afsigns forever. — (Eighth.) I will and bequeath to my Daughter Bathsheba Roberts the house lot of Land and other Improvements that are thereon which I purchased of John Anderson together with a lot of land adjoining the Same marked on the draught thereof N° 3. containing three acres and three roods of Land be the Same more or lefs ; to have and to hold to her, her heirs and afsigns forever ; and also one hundred Dollars in cash, to be paid to her by my Executor within one year after my Decease (Ninth.) I will and bequeath to my Daughter Rachel Roberts the house, lot of Land and the Improvements that are thereon, where She now dwells ; which I purcased of the Afsigneese of Joshua Humpries, together with all that lot of Land I purchased of Doctor Daniel Benneville to have and to hold to her, her heirs and afsigns forever ; and also Three hundred Dollars in cash to be paid to her by my Executor within one year after my decease. — (Tenth.) I will and bequeath to my Daughter Matilda French the house, lot of Land and the improvements that are thereon which I purchased of Uriah French together with that lot of Land adjoining the Same marked on the draught N" 2 containing Six acres two Roods and fifteen perches of Land be the Same more or lefs ; to have and to hold to her ; her heirs and afsigns forever ; and also the Sum of four hundred Dollars in cash to be paid to her by my Executor within one year after my decease : And I also give unto her four Shares of the Stock I hold in the Camden bank ; And one good bed, bedding, and bedstead; the bureau that has been com- monly called hers and the breakfast table Standing in the parlor: — It is my will that if there Should be any claim ever hereafter made on any part of the Land I have heretofore bequeathed whereby the right and interest of either of my said children should be Injured; that I do hereby subject and make liable each and every Share I have aforesaid bequeathed, in equal proportions, to make good Such injury, to the child injured if any should occour by paying to them their due proportions thereof. (Eleventh.) All the rest, residue and remainder of my estate both real and personal whatsoever and wheresoever I will and direct my executor to Sell, hereby impowering him to make titles to the Said Lands as good and Sufficient as I myself might or could do were I personally present — and the procedes of the Sales after paying out my Just debts, funeral charges, DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 355 the Legacys aforesaid and the expenses of the Settlement of my estate, I will to be divided into five equal proportions ; and one fifth part thereof I will and bequeath to my Daughter Susanna HoUinshead ; and one other fifth part thereof I will and bequeath to my Daughter Bathsheba Roberts and one other fifth part thereof I will and bequeath to my Daughter Rachel Roberts, and one other fifth part thereof I will and bequeath to my Daughter Matilda French ; and the remaining other fifth part thereof I will to be equally divided between my grandson William French and my grand- daughter Harriot Brown Share and Share alike. And lastly I do constitute and appoint my esteemed friend Benjamin H. Lippincott Executor of this my last will and testament ; herby renouncing and revokeing all other and former wills and testaments by me at any time heretofore made and this only to be taken for my last will. In Witnefs whereof I have hereunto Set my hand and Seal this four- teenth day of the eleventh month (called November) in the year of our Lord one Thousand eight hundred and twenty five. (1825.) <5^(t^^«<^^ Signed Sealed pronounced and declared by the above named George French to be his last will and testa- ment in the presence of us who have Subscribed our names as witnefses thereto in the presence of the testator. James Todd Clayton Roberts Hugh Shotwell. Clayton Roberts one of the witnefses to the within will alleging himself to be conscientiously scrupulous of taking an oath & being duly affirmed according to law doth declare & say that he saw George French the testator therein named deceased sign & seal the same & heard him publish, pro- nounce & declare the within writing to be his last will & testament that at the time of the doing thereof the said testator was of sound & disposing mind & memory so far as this affirmant knows & as he verily believes ; & that James Todd & Hugh Shotwell the other subscribing evidences were present at the same time and signed their names as witnefses to the said will together with this affirmant in the presence of the said testator. Affirmed the 25"" day of September '\ A. D. 1827 before me V Abm. Brown Surrog j Clayton Roberts. 356 GENEALOGY OF THE Benjamin H. Lippincott sole executor within named alleging himself to be conscientiously scrupulous of taking an oath & being duly affirmed according to law doth declare & say that the within instrument contains the true last will and testament of George French the testator therein named deceased so far as he knows & as he verily believes ; that he will well and truly perform the same by paying first the debts of the said deceased and then the legacies in the said testament specified so far as the goods, chattels & credits of the said deceased can thereunto extend ; and that he will make and exhibit into the Prerogative Office at Trenton a true and perfect inven- tory of all (S: singular the goods, chattels & credits of the said deceased which have or shall come to his knowledge or pofsefsion or to the pofsefsion of any other person or persons for his use, and render a just and true account when thereunto lawfully required Affirmed the 25"' day of September ") A. D. 1827 before me y Benjamin H. Lippincott. Abrm Brown Surrog \ INVENTORY OF THE ESTATE OF GEORGE FRENCH, 1827 A True and perfect Inventory of all and Singular the goods, chattels, rights and credits of George French late of the Township of Chester in the County of Burlington deceased, made by us whose names are hereunto Subscribed the twenty first day of the ninth month in the year of our Lord 1827. Dol cts. His apparel and Silver watch 18 00 Purse 403 96 Sixteen Shares of Camden Bank Stock 640 00 Plate and other Household goods &c 233 50 Debts due on Bonds, Notes &c 2979 19 Interest on Said obligations 182 47 Rent in arrear 259 18 Due on Book accounts 310 69 Total. $5026 99 Appraised by us the day and year above written William Roberts Affirmed the 25"' day of September Amos Stiles A. D. 1827 before me Abrm : Brown Surrog — DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 357 127— MARY FRENCH (Thomas, 1; Thomas, 6; Robert, 35). b. 10th mo. 4th, 1740. m. First, 12th mo. 24th, 1761, William Hold- craft of Chester Township, Burlington Co., N.J. m. Second, 3rd mo. 16th, 1797, Isaac Gibbs. 310— ROBERT HOLDCRAFT 311— WILLIAM HOLDCRAFT MEETING RECORDS Evesham Monthly Meeting Minutes : At a monthly meeting held at Evesham ye 5th of ye 11th mo. 1761 William Holdcraft, & Mary French Daughter of Robert French Dec^ appeared and Declared their Intentions of marriage with each other, there- fore Edmd Hollinshead & John Lippincott are appointed to make Enquiery Concerning the young mans clearness & Conversation & make report thereof to our next meeting, her mother being present consented. At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham ye 10th of ye 12th mo. 1761 William Holdcraft & Mary French appeared and signified the continuation of their Intention of marriage with Each other, the friends appointed to make Enquiry reporting nothing to obstruct their proceeding, therefore they are at Liberty to proceed therein according to good order and Thos. Warrington & John Lippincott are appointed to be present and see that good order be kept and make report thereof to our next meeting. At a monthly meeting held at Evesham ye 7th of ye 1st Mo. 1762. The friends appointed to attend the marriage of William Holdcraft and Mary French, reported that it was orderly accomplished. Minutes of Evesham Monthly Meeting of Women Friends : 5" of 11 mo. 1761. Wm. Holdcraft and Mary French appeared and declared their intentions of taking each other in marriage. 10" of 12" mo. 1761. Wm. Holdcraft and Mary French appeared and signified the continuation of their intention of marriage. Nothing obstruct- ing they are allowed to proceed. 7" of 1" mo. 1762. The overseers appointed to attend the marriage of Wm. Holdcraft & Mary French report that it was orderly accomplished. 358 GENEALOGY OF THE 129— THOMAS FRENCH (Thomas, 1; Thomas, 6; Robert, 35). b. 12th mo. 26th, 1745. d. 2nd mo. 2nd, 1785. m. April 22nd, 1769, Mercy Cox, daughter of Newberry and Elizabeth Cox. She b. 8th mo. 26th, 1746. d. 2nd mo. 1st, 1807. 312— ELIZABETH FRENCH 313— JAMES FRENCH 314— THOMAS FRENCH. JR b. 2nd mo. 4th, 1770. m. 11th mo. 15 th, 1796, Joseph Jones. b. 3rd mo. 13th, 1773. m. 5th mo. 17th, 1801, Mary Rogers. 315- HANNAH FRENCH f-b. 3rd mo. 13th, 1773. d. 1st mo. 23rd, 1852. m. sup., 1798, Esther Cattel, at Red Stone Meeting, Fayette County, Penna. She b. 3rd mo. 28th, 1780. d. 7th mo. 27th, 1856 (no issue). b. 6th mo. 7th, 1775. m. 5th mo., 1797, Anthony Morris, Jr. 316— JOSEPH FRENCH b. 1st mo. 23rd, 1778. d. 1st mo. 23rd, 1778. 317— ROBERT FRENCH 318— BARZILLAI FRENCH b. 4th mo. 24th, 1779. m. 2nd mo. 25th, 1807, Ann Street. b. 7th mo. 23rd, 1781. m. 11th mo. 1st, 1810, Mary Yates. 319— ELIJAH FRENCH b. 5th mo. 4th, 1784. m. 3rd mo. 4th, 1807, Susannah Curie. MEETING RECORDS Evesham Monthly Meeting Minutes : At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham y^ 8'" of y* 3'"'' mo. 1770. Thos. French produced an acknowledgement for outgoing in marriage which was read and referred for Consideration. DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 359 At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham y^ 5'" of y' 4'" Mo. 1770. Thomas Frenches acknowledgement is now accepted of & is in the follow- ing words — The 8"' of y*" 3* mo. 1770. To y^ monthly meeting at Evesham, — Dear Friends, Whereas I y" Subscriber hereof have been Educated in y^ prin- ciples of Truth, But for want of adhearing to y* true teacher, have so farr Diviated from y" good rules Established by Friends as to Consummate my marriage Contrary to y'' good order, & by so Doing have Brought Sorrow on myself & friends For which misconduct I am heartily Sorry, hopeing this with my orderly walking for the Future may again Bring me under y*^ Care & notice of Friends is the hearty Desire of j^our friend. Thomas French [Women's Meeting] 9" of 7" mo. 1772 Mary French requests to be taken under the care of Friends. Ann Stokes and Esther and Rebecca Roberts are to visit her and enquire into the motive of her request. 6 — 8 mo. 1772. Friends having considered the request of Mary the wife of Thos. French and having nothing to object but that her request may be granted with desires for her further groath in the Truth. 5 — 3 mo. 1784. Friends from the Preparative Meeting at Chester report, that Thomas French and wife makes request for their daughter Elizabeth French to be joined in membership with Friends. Two Friends are ap- pointed to visit her. gth ^th j^Jq 1784. The Friends appointed to visit Elizabeth French report that they have had an opportunity with her to some good degree of satis- faction ; and having the concurrence of the Men's Meeting, this meeting concludes to grant the request. [Men's Meeting] 9"" 4'" Mo. 1784. The Women inform that Tho's. French requests that his Daughter Eliz : (a minor) may be received under friends Care & they having visited her and expressing their satisfaction. She is accordingly- received and they are desired to acquaint her therewith. At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham y** 9'" of 7"' Mo. 1784. A Certificate was desired for Thos. French Marcy his Wife & their Seven Children vizt. Eliz., James, Thomas, Hannah, Robert, Barzillai & Elijah to Mount Holly; therefore Jos. Hunt & Abrm. Warrington are appointed to make the necesfary enquiry and if nothing appears to obstruct prepare one and produce it to next meeting. 360 GENEALOGY OF THE [Women's Meeting] 9" 7 Mo. 1784. Marcy French requests to be included with her husband and children (to wit) Eliz. James, Thos. Hannah, Robert, Barzillai and Elijah in a certificate to Friends of Mount Holly Monthly Meeting. Abigail Stokes and Elizabeth Cattle are appointed to make the necessary inquiry concerning her, and give their account to Friends appointed to draw it. [Men's Meeting] At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham y"' 6"* of 8"" Mo. 1784.— The Friends appointed reported some obstruction in preparing a Cert, for Thomas French and Family; which being considered they are desired to continue their care therein. At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham the lO"' of the 9'" M°. 1784 The Friends appointed to prepare a Certificate for Thos. French and Family are continued to the service. At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham the 8'" of 10*" M°. 1784. The Friends appointed to prepare a Certificate for Thos. French and Family are continued to the service. At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham y*" 5'" of 11'" W. 1784. The Friends appointed to prepare a certificate for Thos. French & Family are continued to the service. At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham the 10*" of 12*" Mo. 1784. The Friends appointed to prepare a certificate for Thos. French and Family are continued to the service. At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham the 7*" of 1'* Mo. 1785. The Friends appointed to prepare Certificate for Thomas French and Family are continued to the service. At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham the 11'" of 2'^ Mo. 1785. The Friends appointed to prepare a Certificate for Thomas French and Family inform'd the Meeting that the obstruction heretofore reported, was removed, but that himself is deceased since last Meeting; and that his Widow and Children have a prospect of returning to reside within the limits of this Meeting; which being considered, it is apprehended that I further care respecting a Certificate for them at present, may be suspended. DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 361 [Women's Meeting] 11th of 2nd Mo. 1785. The men inform, that the request made in the 7 mo. last for a certificate on behalf of Thomas French and family having met with obstruction, which has since been removed : That himself is since deceased, and his family expecting still to continue members of this meet- ing : The request is therefore discontinued. Record book of Sufferings of Friends of Evesham Monthly Meeting for non Compliance of Military duty. 12th Mo. 24th 1777. Taken from Thomas French, by Savory Toy Con- stable, by Virtue of a Law of New Jersey & warrent under ye hands & Seals of Peter Stretch and William Hough, one Calf & 25 Bushels of Indian Corn rated £6:0:0 Fines Demanded £26 : 5 : — SIGNATURE TO MARRIAGE BOND, 1 769 COMB-BACK CHAIR, l/PO 362 GENEALOGY OF THE 131— ROBERT FRENCH, JR. (Thomas, 1; Thomas, 6; Robert, 35). b. 3rd mo. 10th, 1749. d. 1811. m. First, 2nd mo. 15th, 1785, Hannah Warring- ton, daughter of Thomas and Mary (Roberts) Warrington. She b. 1760. d. 4th mo. 4th, 1786. m. Second, 5th mo. 1803, Elizabeth Stokes [170], daughter of John and Hannah (Stockdell) Stokes. She b. 5th mo. 31st, 1759. d. 1st mo. 26th, 1847. 320— MARY FREN'CH b. 1st mo. 6th, 1786. m. 3rd mo. 24th, 1808, Josiah Roberts. ROBERT FRENCH, JR. Robert French, Jr., the third son of Robert French [35] was a life-long resident of the vicinity of Moorestown, N. J., and a worthy and useful citizea Having learned the trade of mason, he pursued that calling in connection with farming at the old homestead, inherited from his father. In 1782 he became a trustee of the property granted to Friends of Chester Preparative Meeting, Moorestown, including care of the old meeting house ground and graveyard, and also of that on which the present meeting house and school building stand, on the south side of Main Street, and continued a trustee for nearly thirty years. He was master mason in the construction of the meeting house built in 1802. All his life he was active in the affairs of Chester Prepara- tive Meeting and Evesham Monthly Meeting. His wise counsel and faith- ful cooperation were sought concerning many matters of weight, such as discipline, marriage, education, orderly living, attendance upon worship, temperance, philanthropy, setting up of meetings, etc. The meeting records relating to him are remarkable. He set a consistent example and exercised wide influence. He was overseer of highways of Chester Township in 1798. His wife, Elizabeth (Stokes) French, survived him many years. In her will, dated 3rd mo. 21st, 1839, proved Feby. 16, 1847, she made the kindly request that her wearing apparel be placed with her executors, in trust, " to be dis- Q O X DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 363 posed of as they may think best amongst the poorer class of women in the vicinity of Moorestown or elsewhere." MEETING RECORDS Evesham Monthly Meeting Minutes : At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham ye 6th of 12th mo. 1781 — Robert French appointed as one of a Committee to consider & report their judgment respecting the time of admitting and passing of Marriages. At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham ye 8th of ye 8th Mo. 1782 — Wm. Rogers on behalf of the committee appointed to collect an account of the sufferings of friends within the compass of this Meeting requested an additional number thereto there being two members Dec'd. since appoint- ment & William Matlack one of the surviving members requested a release which was granted & Enoch Evans, Job Collins, John Roberts, Joshua Hunt & Robert French are added in the room of such as are dec'd or released from the service. At a Monthly meeting held at Evesham the 7th of 1st Mo. 1785. Robert French Son of Robert French dec'd. and Hannah Warrington Daughter of Thomas Warrington appeared and declared their intentions of Marriage with each other his Mother being present consented, and the Meeting being inform'd that her Father was also consenting : Wm. Matlack and John Collins are appointed to inquire into his clearness and conversa- tion and report to next Meeting. At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham the 11th of 2" Mo. 1785. Robert French and Hannah Warrington appeared and declared the con- tinuation of their Intentions of Marriage with each other, the Friends appointed reporting nothing to obstruct their proceedings they are at liberty to consumate their marriage and John Collins and Joshua Hunt are ap- pointed to be present, see that good order be kept, and report to next Meeting. At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham the 11th of 3rd Mo. 1785. The Friends appointed to attend the Marriage of Robert French and Hannah Warrington reported that is was orderly accomplished. [Women's Meeting] 7th. 1st Mo. 1785. Robert French and Hannah Warrington appeared and declared their intentions of marriage with each other, his mother being present consented. 11th of 2nd Mo. 1785. Robert French and Hannah Warrington appeared and signified the continuation of their intentions of marriage with each other, and nothing appearing to obstruct they are at liberty to consumate the same. 364 GENEALOGY OF THE 11 — 3 mo. 1785. The Friends appointed to attend the marriage of Robert French and Hannah Warrington, reported that it was orderly accomplished. [Men's Meeting] At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham the 9th of the 5th I\Io. 1788 — Robert French being sometime since appointed by this Meeting to inspect the Account of Friends Sufferings now requested to be released thereform, which was granted. At a Monthly meeting held at Evesham the 10th of 2^ mo. 1792 — It being divers times heretofore proposed, and now again revived the expe- diency of selecting several Minutes of Advices from our Book of Discipline which might be profitably communicated to Parents and heads of Families, in a meeting of conferrence for that purpose appointed ; which after being solidly deliberated upon it appeared the united sense that John Collins, W" Roberts, John Roberts, Rob't. French, Samuel Roberts senr., Wm. Rogers, Bethuel Moore, Enoch Evans, Joshua Lippincott, Job Haines, Job Collins, Jos" Owen and Joshua Stokes be appointed to take the subject under their weighty consideration, & report their service to next Meeting. At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham 10th of 5th mo. 1793 — A proposition relative to the division of this meeting being divers times heretofore suggested for consideration, and the subject at last meeting being revived and weightily deliberated upon, it appeared the prevailing sense that could the proposed division be effected with that uniting harmony the nature of the case required, it might be productive of real advantage to the members of this Meeting, and the benefit of Society ; in consequence whereof divers friends were then verbally appointed to attend the several prepara- tive meetings constituting this, in order to obtain their unanimous sense and Judgment thereon : who now reported, that agreeable to the tenour of their appointment they have attended the several preparative meetings, who appear generally united that the proposed division might be beneficial should it be concluded with that unamity the subject requires ; which report being weightily deliberated upon, it appeared the united sense that the following named friends be appointed to take the subject matter relative to the mode and manner of sd. proposed division into solid deliberation, proceed theirin as they may be enabled in the wisdom of Truth, and report thereon to this meeting when necessary, vizt. Jno. Collins, Abraham Warrington, Jno. Roberts, Robert French, Joseph Roberts, Joshua Matlack, Wm. Roberts, Reuben Matlack, Wm. Rogers, Theo. Hollinshead, Enoch Evans, Isiah Haines, Joshua Lippincott. Isaac Borton, Stacy Haines, Wm. Haines, Thos. Lippincott, Jno. Haines Junr., Wm. Allison, Jos. Owen, Jno. Haines, Job Collins, Sam'l. Shinn, I5arzillai Braddock, Joshua Stokes, Lawrence Webster & Job Prickett : who agree to meet at this place next second day week at the eleventh Hour. DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 365 At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham the 11th of 10th mo. 1793. Friends from the preparative meeting at Chester reported that Robert French requesting to be released from ye station of an Overseer, they were united in proposing for consideration the appointment of Abraham War- rington to succeed him therein ; which on deliberation appears to be fully concurred with. At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham the 8th of Uth Mo. 1793 — Friends from the preparative meeting at upper Evesham reported that divers members residing at a place called new hopewell within their limits, request liberty for holding meetings of worship every other first day, and the third 5th day in each month for five months next ensuing, at a house of Jonathan Jones beginning at the eleventh hour ; which being attended to with a good degree of solid weight & sympathy wherein it appeares the prevailing sense that sd. meetings be held agreeable to request for three months, the first of which to be held next first day, & that Job Collins, Isaac Borton, Jos. Owen, Ephraim Stratton and Robert French be appointed to have the overst. thereof, & report their sense thereon in the second mo. next. At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham the 10*" of 1" mo. 1794 The consideration of the Extracts being resumed by reading them again at this time, & after a time of mature deliberation, it appeared the pre- vailing sense, that Robert French, Jno. Hunt, Jno. Collins, Jno. Borton, Jno. Ma.xwell, Wm. Rogers, Stacy Haines and Henry Warrington be appointed to unite with the Overseers in giving further attention to the subject of the right Education of our Youth and Others in endeavouring to promote a consistency with our profession in their Dress & general deportment ; and report their service herein to this Meeting in the ninth mo. next. At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham the 11th of 4th Mo. 1794 Joseph Engle on behalf of the Committee in negro-cases proposed for con- sideration, the appointment of a meeting for the benefit of that people, which is concurred with, to be held at this place next first day Week, begin- ning at the third Hour P. M : and Jno. Collins, Jacob Hollinshead, Robert French, Job Haines, Joseph Engle, and Wm. Rogers are appointed to have the oversight thereof, and report to next Meeting. At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham the 6th of 6th Mo. 1794. Report was now made that the select Meetings of Ministers & Elders held at this place are much smaller than heretofore, in consequence of the establishment of upper Evesham monthly meeting ; and apprehending it 366 GENEALOGY OF THE consistent with Discipline, that the appointment of select members should be an act of the monthly meeting, Abraham Warrington, Jno. Collins, Robert French, Jno. Roberts, Wm. Snowdon, Wm. Rogers, Job Haines and Gabriel Davis are desired to take the subject under weighty delibera- tion, & as way may open propose to the Monthly meeting for approbation, such friends as they may apprehend qualified for that Station — who agree to meet at Chester meeting House, next third Day. At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham the Uth of 7th Mo. 1794 The Committee appointed to deliberate on the subject of nominating select members to this Meeting having attended thereto were united in proposing Rob't. French and Job Haines to that Station, which being severally con- sidered, were, after weighty deliberation, concurred with ; and the Clk. directed to notifj' the next Quarterly meeting of Ministers and Elders thereof, by transmitting a copy of this Minutes consents thereto. At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham the 5th of 12th mo. 1794. The preparative meeting at Chester inform that divers of their Members, living somewhat remote from said meeting, have requested the liberty of holding three meetings in friends lower School House in Chester afore- said to be held the first, first days following our monthly meetings in the first, second, & third months, beginning at the Eleventh hour A. M. : which being deliberated upon with a good degree of solid weight, there appeared a union in granting said request, & appointmt. of Robert French, Abraham Warrington and Saml. Lippincott to have the oversight thereof, & report theron to this meeting in the 4th mo. next. 11th of 9th Mo. 1795 The Book of Discipline was delivered to Rob't French for the present Month. At a Monthly ]\Ieeting held at Evesham the 9th day of 10th month 1795 The Friends appointed to have the oversight of Meetings held in Chester lower School house, reported they had been held to general satisfaction And a request being now made for liberty to hold three meetings in the former manner with the addition of three to be held on the fifth day week succeeding each first day Meeting which being solidly weighed said request is granted and Robert French, Abraham Warrington and Henry Warring- ton are appointed to have the oversight thereof and report to this Meeting in the first month next. At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham the 6th of 11th Mo. 1795 The Committee appointed to take into consideration the altering this House to accommodate the Quarterly Meeting reported some attention thereto yet further deliberation thereon appearing necessary they are continued with the addition of Robert French, Bethuel Moore, Joseph Roberts, Lucas Gibbs, Wm. Roberts and Joshua Roberts and report to this Meeting as occasion may require. DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 367 At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham the 8th of 1st month 1796 Agreeable to the conclusion of last Meeting the consideration of the weighty subjects recommended in the Extracts being resumed and divers weighty Observations being made thereon tending to excite more vigilance in guard- ing against giving way to the inordinate pursuit of the grandeur of the World too manifest amongst us in the extravagance of our dress and House- hold Furniture and the neglect of attending our Religious Meetings and giving way to a sleepy disposition when assembled, also the Subject of Spir- ituous Liquors being revived the following named friends are desired to take the latter subject under care and persue such further steps as may appear necessary to discourage the unnecessary Use of this Article and enable us to transmit a cleare account of our progress therein to the Quar- terly Meeting in the 9"' month next Vizt. Sam'l. Lippincott, Joseph Matlack, Henry Warrington, Robert French, Ab'"m. Engle, Gabriel Davis, Job Haines, Wm. Rogers & Stacy Haines. At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham the 5th of 2nd Mo. 1796 The deviations pointed out in the Extracts respecting the neglect of attend- ing meetings giving way to Sleeping when afsembled and the extravagance observable in Drefs, Addrefs, Household furniture &c coming weightily before this Meeting the following named friends are desired to unite with the Overseers in endeavouring as ability may be afforded to promote a refor- mation in these respects (vizt.) John Collins, Job Haines, Robert French, Wm. Haines, Joseph Matlack, Cox Haines, John Roberts, Henry Warring- ton, and William Rogers to report to this meeting as occasion may require. At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham the 7th of 10th mo. 1796. The Committee appointed to the oversight of the Meetings last held in Chester lower School House reported the}* had been held to a good degree of satisfaction and a request being now made for liberty to continue three Months longer in they were held last Winter with which the Meeting concurs and appoint Joseph Warrington, Joseph Matlack, Saml. Lippincott and Robert French to have the oversight thereof and report to this Meeting in the first Month next. At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham the 9th of 12th Mo. 1796 The Clk. produced the Extracts from the Minutes of our last Yearly Meet- ing which were read and the several weighty subjects therein reccommended being considered it appeared the united sense of the Meeting that the fol- lowing named friends be appointed to take the subject of Spirituous Liquors under their care and labour to promote a reformation therein as they may be enabled and make report to this Meeting so as to enable us to send up a clear account of the progress made therein to our next Yearly Meeting (vizt.) Abrm. Brown, Joseph Matlack, Reuben Matlack, Robert French, William Snowdon, Bethuel Moore. Stacv Haines and Gabriel Davis. 368 GENEALOGY OF THE At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham the 5th of Sth Mo. 1797 The subject matter of making Suitable provision at this place to accomo- date the Quarterly Meeting as noted in the foregoing Minute being resumed and deliberated upon with a good degree of condescension, the meeting uniting in the appointment of the following Friends to take under consid- eration the digesting a plan and computing the expence of making the necessary alterations in this House for the purpose above mentioned (viz.) John Roberts, Wm. Rogers, Lucas Gibbs, Job Haines, Joshua Sharp, Levi Ballinger, Robert French, Zebedee Wills, Isiah Haines, Wm. Wilkins, John Borton, Gabriel Davis, Joseph Engle, Isaac Snowdon, Sam'l. Lippincott, Sam'l Matlack, Jacob HoUingshead, Jeremiah Matlack, John Warrington, & Samuel Roberts Senr. who are directed to proceed therein, and report to this Meetg. as occasion may require. At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham the Sth of 1st Mo. 1798 The Preparative Meeting of Chester propose for consideration the discon- tinuing of the practice of having what is called Groom's Men &c. at the time of accomplishing marriages ; which being considered and spoken to the Meeting united in the appointment of Robert French, John Collins, Abraham Brown, John Roberts, William Roberts, Joshua Roberts, Edward Hilliar, Gabriel Davis, William Rogers, Levi Ballinger, William Haines, Job Haines, John Borton and Zebedee Wills to unite with the Committee of the Women's Meeting on the subject, proceed therein as way may open, and report thereon to next or future Meeting. At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham the 11th of 10th mo. 1799. Two meetings for the benefit of black people were appointed. Robert French, John Roberts, Joseph Matlack, Job Haines, Gabriel Davis and William Snowden are appointed to the oversight thereof and report to next meeting. At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham the 6th of the 6th month 1800. The Extracts from the Minutes of our last Yearly Meeting being produced ; on being read, the Subject of Distillation, dealing in and unnecessary use of Spiritous Liquors coming under Solid deliberation, and most of the Quarter's Committee thereon being present, and earnest care and solicitude evidently prevailing in the minds of many friends for the advancement of this weighty Concern ; for which purpose the following friends are appointed to have the subject under their care, proceed therein as way may open and report to this meeting on or before the 3'^ month next. Yiz. Thomas Lip- pincott, Robert French, John Matlack, John Roberts, Isaac Snowden, Job Haines, Jacob Borton & Zebedee Wills. 5th — of 12th mo. 1800. — The j^reparative meeting of Chester propose for consideration the appointment of a solid committee to Join the Overseers o o 5d H a.' H C /^ o K H cc H H W C c DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 369 in taking into consideration the state of Society with respect to the support of our Discipline and attention to other advice of the Body conveyed in the Extracts, particularly the last : On deliberation the meeting united in the appointment of John Collins, William Rogers, Hinchman Haines, Job Haines, Joseph Matlack, Samuel Lippincott, Robert French, John Hunt, James Hemingway, Levi Ballinger, and William Roberts to that service ; to proceed therein as Truth may open the way and report to next or future Meeting. 5th of 6th Mo. 1801. The Extracts from the minutes of our last Yearly Meeting being read, and the subject of distilling, dealing in, and unneces- sary use of Spiritous liquors coming under consideration, the following friends are appointed to have the subject under their care, proceed therein as way may open, and report their service to this meeting so as to enable us to send up a clear account to our next Yearly Meeting, — Viz. Abraham Warrington, John Matlack, Caleb Atkinson, Robert French, John Maxell, Joseph Haines, and Samuel Matlack. 10th of 7th Mo. 1801. Pursuant to the conclusion of last meeting, some parts of the Extracts being again revived, and the subject of the boarding- school coming under consideration the following friends are appointed to attend the sitting of our several ensuing Preparative meetings ; and as way may open endeavor to promote liberality in affording some further assistance in that important concern ; also, attend to the direction of our last Yearly meeting in the revival of former advices therefrom ; and report to next or future Meeting. Joseph Matlack, Abraham Warrington, John Collins, Robert French, Job Haines, Gabriel Davis and William Rogers. At a monthly Meeting held at Evesham the 11th of 6th mo. 1802 The Extracts being read, and the subject of distilling, dealing in, and common use of spiritous Liquors, coming under weighty consideration ; the Meeting united in the appointment of the following friends to have the sub- ject under their care, proceed therein as way may open, and report thereon to this meeting in the 3'' mo. next, Vizt. John Mazell, Levi Ballinger, William Rogers, John Hunt Junr., Samuel Roberts, Robert French, Morgan Hollins- head, Joshua Roberts, Joseph Warrington Jr., William Evans, Henry War- rington and Samuel Lippincott. 8th of 7th month 1803. The minute of our last Quarterly meeting rela- tive to the practice of distilling and vending spiritous Liquors, together with some paragraphs of our last and former Extracts on that subject, being read ; and being favoured with the company of most of our Quarterly meetings committee under that appointment ; a concern for the advance- ment of friends Testimony herein, was felt to prevail : and the following 24 370 GENEALOGY OF THE friends were appointed to join in a labor to promote a reformation in these respects ; and as way may open, endeavour to discourage the unnecessary use of those Liquors. Viz. — Jacob Borton, William Wilkins, Jos. Haines, Zebedee Wills, Robert French, Wm. Roberts, Morgan HoUinshead, John Hunt, Abraham Warrington, Henry Warrington Junr., Joshua Lippincott and W^m. Borough, who are directed to report thereon at, or previous to, our meeting in the 4th month ne.xt. 7th of 1st Mo. 1803. Abraham Warrington Junr. produced an Acknowl- edgment for laying a wager on a horse race, thereby expressing sorrow therefor, which being read and considered with a good degree of weight, & John Collins and Robert French expressing a willingness to take an opportunity with him on the occasion, they are therefore appointed thereto ; and report their sense of his disposition of mind to next meeting. 8th of the 4th month 1803. Robert French and Elizabeth Stokes appeared and declared their intention of marriage with each other. 6th of 5th Month 1803. Robert French and Elizabeth Stokes appeared and signified the continuation of their intention of marriage with each other ; and the friends appointed reporting nothing to obstruct their pro- ceeding, they are, therefore, at liberty to consumate their marriage agreeably to good order ; for the preservation of which, John Matlack and Morgan HoUinshead are appointed to be present and report to next meeting. 10th of 6th Mo. 1803. The friends appointed to attend the marriage of Robert French and Elizabeth Stokes report it orderly accomplished. [Women's Meeting] At the Monthly Meeting of Women Friends held at Evesham the 8th of 4th Month 1803, Robert French and Elizabeth Stokes appeared and ex- pressed their intentions of marriage with each other, the meeting appoints Mary Gibbs and Rebecca HoUinshead to enquire respecting her clearness of other like engagements and report to next meeting. 6 — 5 mo. 1803. Robert French and Elizabeth Stokes appeared and ex- pressed the continuance of their intentions of marriage with each other and no obstruction appearing they are at liberty to accomplish their marriage agreeably to good order, Mary Gibbs and Rebecca Cowperthwaite are appointed to be present and report to next meeting. At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham the 10th of the 6th Month 1803. The friends appointed to attend the marriage of Robert French and Eliza- beth Stokes report it orderly accomplished. DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 371 Record book of Sufferings of Friends of Evesham Monthly Meeting for non Compliance of Military duty. Being An Account of Friends Suffer- ings within the Compass of Evesham Monthly Meeting for refusing to pay a Tax for procuring Powder & other Military Stores & for refusing to be Active in Military Services. The Sums Demanded : Goods taken : the Value thereof ; by whom taken, & by what Authority is as followeth. Taken from Robert French by sd. Toy, one Mare rated £20 : : 0. Fines Demanded £23:5:0— 12th mo. 23" 1777 Taken from Robert French 11th mo. 24th 1780 by Peter Bankson a Saddle, rated at £1 : 10 : Fine Demanded £30— Taken from Robert French 10th mo. 27th 1780 by William Venhorn one Hog rated £1:10:0— Ta.x Demanded £51:4:6— Was Taken from Robert French 5th Mo. 29th 1781— by Samuel Ivens Constable : one sheep, rated £0:7:6 10/31 — 1782 Taken from Robert French by Joseph Brackney a Heifer rated at £4:0: — Taxes Demanded not Assertained 11th mo. 29 — 1782 — Taken from Robert French by Samuel Ivens for Sundry Taxes a Cow & one Hog rated £6:5:0 Demands not assertained. 11th Mo. 25" 1783 — Taken from Robert French by Jacob Cooper Con- stable (by virtue of a Warrant signed Darling Conrow) two hogs valued 5£, a Heifer 3£, two Sheep 7£, and 10 Bushels of Indian Corn 1£ 10 S. Demand £6: 13"-: 6" 7th M°. 22* 1784 Taken from Robert French by said Wiley, by virtue of a Warrant signed as above, a Cart rated at 4£, two Sheep at 15/ and a Grindstone at 10/ Whole Amount S£ : 5 S : 0— Demand 3£:9S:2d 2nd Mo. 4th 1790. Taken from Robert French by the Authority aforesaid (John Griffith Deputy Constable) 5 sheep rated 3£:15S:0 — Sum demanded not ascertained. 2nd Mo. 1802 Taken from Robert French by Josiah Gibbs Deputy Con- stable 3 bu. of Corn valued at 4/6 Amt. £1 8s. Od. for a Demand of £1 3s. 6d. — by an Execution signed Thomas Adams. 2nd Mo. 5th 1802 Taken from Robert French by Israel Hammell Dep. Constable 7 — 3/4 Bush'' of Corn valued at 4/6 Amt. £4 6s. 5d. for a Demand of £3 3s. 6d. by an Execution signed Edward French. 37: GENEALOGY OF THE WILL OF ROBERT FRENCH, JR., 1808 I, Robert French of the township of Chester, Countj' of Burlington and State of New Jersey, being of sound mind and memory, do make and pub- lish this for my last will and testament. First, I give and bequeath to my dear wife Elizabeth French the sum of four hundred dollars, and all the household goods she brought to me and one milch cow to be paid to her in sixty days after my decease. Second, I bequeath to my said dear wife half of the profits of my plantation during her natural life, to be paid to her yearly which annuity I give in lieu of dower out of my estate, and if not accepted as such in thirty days after my decease then my will is that the said annuity be void. Third, all the residue of my estate after payment of debts both real and personal I give and devise to my daughter Mary Roberts in fee simple, to her, her heirs and assigns forever — I appoint my dear wife Elizabeth French and my son-in-law Josiah Roberts, executors of this my testament and last will. In witness whereof I have hereto set my hand and seal this second day of ninth month in the year of our Lord one thousand eight hundred and eight. Signed, sealed, published and declared by the said Robert French to be his testament and last will in the presence of us : Andrew Hollinshead, Job Hollinshead, Morgan Hollinshead. I, Robert French make this codicil to my testament and last will, besides what I have bequeathed to my beloved wife in my last will to which this is a codicil ; if she should choose to reside on my plantation, I leave her the privilege of half the house to live in and fire wood brought to the door sufficient for her use, but if she should choose to live in her own house it is my will that my executors deliver to her seven cords of wood every year at her door as long as she remains my widow, besides which I give her one good bed, bedstead and bedding to be her own. In witness whereof I have hereunto set my hand and seal this ninth day of second month in the year of our Lord one thousand eight hundred and eleven 1811 ■j: H O ►J 5 O 3 O O o DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 373 MOORESTOWN MEETINGS About the year 1 700 the meeting at Chester was established and was called the Adams' Meeting, from its being located upon their land. By a deed of James and Esther Adams, dated 9th of 4th mo. 1700, we learn that a meet- ing house already stood there, viz. : " To the Trustees of the Religious Society of Friends, for one acre of land lying and being on the west side of the King's highway, with all that house or building now erected, and being upon said acre of land, called the Quaker Meeting House." It was of logs and was destroyed by fire. In 1721 a house built of stone succeeded it, and was located in what is now the burial ground, on the north side of the street. In the ensuing years repairs and additions became necessary, costing upwards of $1,500. Amongst those who generously contributed, both money and labor, were Charles French [42], Jonathan French [31] and Mathew Allen, Jr. This place of worship was used by the Friends of the vicinity for over eighty years, when owing to increase in population, it became necessary to provide a new meeting house. In 1781 a lot of something over two acres, on the south side of the main street, was purchased " for the sum of ninety- six pounds, five shillings and seven pence, gold and silver." Twenty years later a large brick meeting house was built, and this has been used since 1802. The old building was torn down and much of the material used in the construction of a school house within the new enclosure. In 1829, Ortho- dox Friends built a frame meeting house on the same lot, which they used until a few years ago, when they erected a large modern brick building. After the removal of the meeting the ground on the north side of the street was used for burial purposes only. About 1740 a member of the meeting planted a strong young sycamore tree near the old meeting house. For more than a century it has been the pride of the community, and today, though fully one hundred and seventy years old, it is as vigorous as ever. Moores- town originally was called Chestertown at one end and Rodmantown at the other, and was also known as Adams, after pioneer families. Finally it took its permanent name from one Thomas Moore, an enterprising settler, who was one of the early inn keepers, though his first house only contained four rooms. During its entire history of over two centuries, Moorestown has been one of the most distinctive Quaker communities in the United States. 374 GENEALOGY OF THE 132— JAMES FRENCH (Thomas, 1; Thomas, 6; Robert, 35). b. 3rd. mo. 1st, 1751. m. First, July 24th, 1773, Mary Clark; Rev. Jacob Duche performing ceremony; Christ Church record, Philadelphia. m. Second, October 12th, 1779, Sarah Ferguson. 321— CHARLES FRENCH m. • . 322— JOSEPH FRENCH b. 11th mo. 3rd, 1781. m. September 2nd, 1804, Martha Newton. 323— JAMES FRENCH 324— ROBERT FRENCH 325— THOMAS FRENCH b. 1st mo. 3rd, 1795. m. First, Elizabeth Talbott. m. Second, 6th mo. 27th, 1827, Martha Bryan. MARRIAGE BOND Know all Men by these Prefents, That we James French and William Co.\ of the County of Burlington — are held and firmly bound unto His Excellency William Livingston Esq. Governor and Commander in Chief of New Jersey, &c. in the Sum of Five Hundred Pounds current lawful Money of New Jersey, to be paid to the laid William Livingston Esq'' Governor, &c. his Succefsors and Afsigns ; for which Payment well and truly to be made, we bind our felves, our Heirs, Executors and Adminiftrators, and every of them, jointly and fever- ally, firmly by thefe Prefents : Sealed with our Seals, dated the twelfth Day of October — Anno Domini One Thousand Seven Hundred and Seventy Nine. The Condition of this Obligation is fuch. That whereas there is a Mutual Contract of Marriage between James French — of the one party, and Sarah Ferguson — of the other party, and the Parties have complied with the Terms prefcribed in an Act of the General Afsembly of New-Jersey, made in the Year of our Lord One Thoufand Seven Hundred and Nineteen, intitled, An Act to prevent clandeftine Marriages. Now if it fhall hereafter appear that the Certificates produced, or either of them, have been fraudulent, or that either the aforefaid James French or the aforefaid Sarah Ferguson — had not the Confent of their Parents, DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 375 Guardians, or Persons under whofe Care they were, figning the faid Cer- tificates ; or that the faid James French — or the faid Sarah Ferguson — or either of them, had fome lawful Let or Impediment of Pre-contract, Affinity or Consanguinity, to hinder their being joined in the Holy Bands of Matri- mony, and afterwards of living together as Man and Wife; then this Obligation to ftand and remain in full force and Virtue, otherwife to be void and of none Effect. — ^a^^ <5W«c/^ ySUMi^ Sealed and Delivered in the Prefence of BowesReed Will'" Cox [Seal] The New Jersey marriage license law of 1719 was a measure specially enacted to prevent clandestine marriages of minors, but it was not in practice thus regarded exclu- sively. The provisions of the act were exact and elaborate and evidently were held in great public respect for many years. But as time passed and colonial power weakened, " marriage by license " became less popular and marriage bonds, like that filed by James French, when he contracted a second marriage, rapidly fell into disuse about the time of the Revolution. There are about ten thousand of these bonds on file in Trenton. The act remained nominally in force or at least on the colonial statute books, until 1795. Its chief beneficiaries, financially, were the rural justices of the peace. The clergy were much opposed to it, and in Pennsylvania a similar law was strongly attacked by Bishop White. FOOT WARMER, 1750 376 GENEALOGY OF THE 135— ANN FRENCH (Thomas, 1; Thomas, 6; Robert, 35). b. 10th mo. 26th, 1758. d. 4th mo. 9th, 1842. m. 12th mo. 1781, Samuel Carr, son of Caleb Carr. He b. 10th mo. 22nd, 1754. d. 6th mo. 29th, 1832. 326— HANNAH CARR b. 9th mo. 12th, 1782. m. 3rd mo. 12th, 1807, Thomas Middleton, son of John and Martha Middleton, of Evesham, N. J. 327— CALEB CARR b. 7th mo. 28th, 1784. d. 4th mo. 18th, 1842. m. 11th mo. 13th, 1834, Mary Stockton, daughter of Samuel and Abigail Stockton. She d. 10th mo. 29th, 1852. 328— JEREMIAH CARR b. 9th mo. 27th, 1786. d. 11th mo. ISth, 1786. 329— SAMUEL CARR, JR. b. 3rd mo. 24th, 1788. m. Patience . 330— MARY F. CARR b. 9th mo. 27th, 1791. m. 10th mo. 17th, 1816, Aaron Lippincott, son of Samuel and Theodocia Lippincott, of Evesham, N. J. 331— ISAAC CARR b. 11th mo. 4th, 1793. m. 1st mo. 11th, 1816, Ann Craft, daughter of George and Elizabeth Craft of Mans- field, N. J. 332— ROBERT CARR b. 12th mo. 9th, 1795. 333— THOMAS CARR b. 2nd mo. 4th, 1798. d. 2nd mo. 28th, 1798. DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 377 MEETING RECORDS Evesham Monthly Meeting Minutes : At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham y^ 8"" of y'' 11'" mo. 1781. Sam'l Carr son of Caleb Carr & Ann French Daughter of Robert French dec'd, appeared & declared their Intentions of Marriage with each other, the young man residing within y^ Compass of Mount Holly Monthly Meet- ing was Informed that a Certificate from there would be expected at their next appearance. The Young Woman's mother being present consented and the young man produced his father's in writing. At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham y*" 6*" of 12'" mo. 1781— Sam'l Carr & Ann French appeared & signified the Continuation of their intentions of Marriage with each other, he produced a certificate from the Monthly Meeting at Mount Holly to the satisfaction of this. Therefore they are at Liberty to consumate their s'd Intentions & Enoch Evans & Joshua Lippincott are appointed to be present & see that good order be kept & report to next meeting. At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham y^ 10*" of y^ 1"' Mo. 1782. The friends appointed to attend the marriage of Samuel Carr & Ann French reported that it was orderly accomplished. Minutes of Evesham Monthly Meeting of Women Friends : gth j^th jyj^^ 1781. Samuel Carr and Ann French appeared and declared their intentions of marriage with each other, therefore two friends are appointed to make the needful enquiry into her clearnefs of marriage and report to next Meeting ; the young woman's mother being present consented, and he produced his Father's consent in writing. 10'" P' Mo. 1782. The friends appointed to attend the marriage of Samuel Carr and Ann French reported that it was orderly accomplished. 138— ANN FRENCH (Thomas, 1; Charles, 8; Charles, 42). b. September 24th, 1740. d. 2nd mo. 4th, 1840, buried in Evesham Burying Ground, m. 12th mo. 12th, 1757, Jacob Wilkins, son of Thomas Wilkins. 334— URIAH WILKINS. b. Sth mo. 22nd, 1758. m. October 18th, 1792, Elizabeth Eyre. 378 GENEALOGY OF THE 335— HANNAH WILKINS b. 2nd mo. 20th, 1761. m. October 28th, 1783, Benjamin Burrough, son of Samuel and Mary Burrough. 336— SAMUEL WILKINS b. 11th mo. 10th, 1763. d. 1st mo. 14th, 1766. 337— ANNA WILKINS b. 7th mo. 2Sth, 1767. m. January 17th, 1797, Asa Eyre; Edward French [121], Justice of Peace, perform- ing ceremony. 338— JACOB WILKINS b. 3rd mo. 22nd, 1770. m. 1794, Theodosia Lippincott. 339— ISAAC WILKINS b. 12th mo. 7th, 1772. m. April 4th, 1796, Ann HoUingshead [377]. 340— THOMAS WILKINS b. 10th mo. 12th, 1775. d. 4th mo. 26th, 1848. 341— CHARLES WILKINS b. 2nd mo. 12th, 1779. m. First, Lydia Hazelton. m. Second, 1808, Sarah Striker. MEETING RECORDS Haddonfield Monthly Meeting Minutes : 14 — 11 mo. 1757 Jacob Wilkins son of Thos. Wilkins and Anne French daughter of Chas. French appeared and declared their intentions of mar- riage with each other. Parents being present consented, and James Cattle & Wm. Evens are appointed to make y'' needful enquiry into y® young mans clearness and conversation. 12 — 12 mo. 1757. Jacob Wilkins & Ann French appeared and signified y" continuation of their intention of marriage with each other, }'" friends appointed to make enquiry reported nothing to obstruct & they are at liberty to consumate their said intentions. DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 379 Haddonfield Minutes of y* Mo: Meeting of Women Friends: Women friends of y" monthly meeting being met at Haddonfield y* 14"' of ll"" 1757 Jacob Wilkins & Ann French signified their intentions of taking each other in marriage friends appointed to make y* usual inquirie are Jane Midleton & Rachel Coperthwait & report to next meeting. Women fr"' of y'' m"Iy meeting being met at Had-f"* y" 12th of 12'" 1757 Jacob Wilkins & Ann French Signified y'' Continuation of their intentions of marriage confent of Parents appearing & return of inquirers clear fr"^ consent to y^ accomplishm' theirof according to y^ good order among fr*** & app*' Han* French & Kizia Heritage to attend it, to see good order kept, & report to next m'g. Women friends of y'' m^ly Meeting being met at Had-f* y^ 9'" of 1" m° 1758 reported y"" afores** marriage was orderly accomplish'' Evesham Monthly Meeting Minutes : At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham y" 10'" of y' 12'" Mo. 1778. Jos" Stokes, Jos" Roberts, Jacob Wilkins & Sam'l. French are appointed to take in subscriptions for y* journal of our friend John Churchman, «S: report to next meeting. At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham y*" 7'" of 10'" IVIo. 1779. This meeting was Inform'd that y* Journals of our Dec'd friend John Churchman being almost compleated, therefore Jacob Wilkins, Samuel French, Joseph Roberts & Joseph Stokes are directed to call upon y" Sub- scribers, & Receive y'' Money & pay y' same to John Lippincott as soon as thev convenientlv can. Ann (French) Wilkins departed this life 2nd mo. 4th 1840 in the one hundreth year of her age; having attended Evesham Monthly Meeting until she was passed 96 years old, and retained all her faculties in a remarkable manner. Appearing sensible that she was nearing her close she was heard to say, * Come sweet Jesus, come quicklj-, not my will but Thine be done.' She was the mother of eight children, only three of whom survived her ; she had forty-four grandchildren and seventy great grand children at the time of her death 380 GENEALOGY OF THE 139— ABIGAIL FRENCH (Thomas, 1; Charles, 8; Charles, 42). b. January 18th, 1742. d. 2nd mo. 20th, 1797, in Gloucester Co., N. J. m. 9th mo., 1760, John Brick, 3rd, son of Judge John and Ann (Nicholson) Brick. He b. nth mo. 10th, 1733, in Salem County, N. J. d. 1780, in Gloucester Co., N. J. 342— JOHN BRICK, 4TH 343— SAMUEL BRICK m. February 19th, 1783, Mercy Hartley; Rev. Robert Blackwell performing ceremony ; Christ Church record, Philadelphia. 344— WILLIAM BRICK 345— ANN BRICK 346— ABIGAIL BRICK 347— SARAH BRICK m. Mary Inskeep. m. 5th mo. 16th, 1799, William Roberts. m. Captain Jacob Stokes. m. James Hale. ANCESTRY OF JOHN BRICK, 3RD John Brick, progenitor of the Brick family in West Jersey, came from England to Salem soon after the founding of the colony, in 1675. About 1690 he bought 1000 acres of land located along a stream which afterward became known as Stow creek and the dividing line between Salem and Cum- berland counties. Ten years later he built a grist and saw mill and the vil- lage which grew up was called Jerico. For nearly half a century the pioneer John Brick was an active and influential man in the community. He died in 1753. His son, Joseph, succeeded to the ownership of the mills, and his son, John, was given 240 acres of land in Salem county. Many years later the mills became the property of the Wood family. John Brick, Jr., who in 1728 married Ann Nicholson, granddaughter of Samuel Nicholson, progeni- tor, an original Salem settler, became a prominent citizen. He represented Salem county in the Assembly, 1745-46, and was appointed a Common Pleas Judge for the new county of Cumberland, 1748, serving also as one of the managers in the building of the new court house. He died in 1758, leaving DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 381 two sons and six daughters, amongst whom he divided a considerable estate. His son, John (3rd), born in 1733, who, in 1760, married Abigail French, was a prosperous farmer and business man. He left an estate located chiefly in Gloucester county, where he had bought of Charles Read, in 1766, three tracts of land, aggregating about 250 acres, for £1600. MEETING RECORDS Haddonfield Monthly Meeting Minutes : 11 — 8 mo. 1760. John Brick son of John deceased and Abigail French daughter of Chas. French appeared and declared their intentions of mar- riage with each other. Y" young man belonging to Salem Monthly Meeting was acquainted that a certificate from thence would be expected at their ne.xt appearance ; he produced his mother's consent in writing, her parents being present gave theirs. 8 — 9 mo. John Brick and Abigail French appeared and signified the continuance of their intentions of marriage with each other and he pro- duced a certificate from Salem Monthly Meeting to the satisfaction of this. They are left at liberty to consumate their said intentions. 10 — 11 mo. 1760. The Friends appointed to attend the marriage of John Brick and Abigail French report that it was orderly accomplished. Haddonfield Minutes of y^ Mo : Meeting of Women Friends : Women friends of y*^ monthly meeting being met at Had''f''' y^ 11*" of 8'" m° 1760 Jn° Brick & Abigail French, signify" their intentions of taking each other in marraig, fr"' appointed to make y* ufual inquiry are Jane Midleton & Rebecca Roberts, & to make their report to next m°ly meeting. & y® young man belongin to Salem, a certificate expecte" next m'g. Women friends of y"* monthly meeting being met at Had°f''' y* 8"' of 9"' 1760 Jn° Brick & Abigail French, signified y" continuation of their intentions of taking each other in marraig, Confent of Parents appearing, & return of inquierr^ clear, fr''^ consent to y'' accomplishment thereof, according to y* good order among fr**^, & appoints Rebecca Roberts & Caziah Heritage to attend s* accomplishm*, to see good orders kept, & make their report to next m°ly meeting. Women friends of y' m'ly m*g being met at Had°f'" y' 10'" of 11'" 1760 Report** y^ marriag of Jn° Brick & Abigail French, was orderly accomplish", being hindred by Sicknefs in its Proper Season. 382 GENEALOGY OF THE SUMMARY OF WILL OF JOHN BRICK, 3RD, 1780 John Brick Gloucester Town & Co. New Jersey " being sick & weak " Date— 2 Mo— (Feby) 29—1780 Proved April 21—1780 at Timber Creek. Wife — Abigail sole use & profits of my plantation until son John is 25. Children — John Brick, that part of my plantation I purchased of Charles Read Lyeing the Easterly side of the great Road Leading from Gloucester to Salem, Bounding by Little Timber Creek the Lands of Isaac Burroughs Late of John Mickle deceased Samuel Harrison and said Road to the Bridge, Leading over said Creek. If he die before he is 25 years of age, & without lawful issue this land to descend unto my son Samuel & lands devised to Samuel shall then descend to son W™ Samuel when 21 rest of my plantation & Va of my cedar swamp, & rest of cedar swamp to son John £150 to be paid to him, by son John Brick out of the land above bequeathed to him. Money equal to a Spanish peace of Eight at seven Shillings and six pence, Son Samuel also to pay son William £150 of like money. Both payments to be made when William is 21. all the remainder of my Personal Estate to be equally divided share and share alike and each one's share to be paid her when 18. If either of my daughters marry before she arrives at 18 years of age, her share to be paid her then. ( Wife, Abigail Brick J Bro-in-law, Samuel French William Three Daughters Ann Abigail Sarah Witnesses Hannah Bispham Martha Harrifon John Bispham Junr. Sam' Clement DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 383 Signatures of Executors Inventory of John Brick late of Town of Gloucester- Date April 11—1780 Total £568—1—8 Sam' Harrison ] Apprs. Jofeph Clement Affirmed to at Timber Creek April 21—1780 Before Jo^ Hugg Surrog*. Upon her death, in 1797, the estate of Abigail Brick, who died intestate, was admin- istered by her brother, Charles French [143], the inventory showing personal property valued at, approximately, £700. FAMILY PIECES, I770 4\ 384 GENEALOGY OF THE 140— JACOB FRENCH (Thomas, 1; Charles, 8; Charles, 42). b. April 28th, 1745. d. 10th mo. 28th, 1827. m. 12th mo. 3rd, 1772, Elizabeth Stokes, daughter of Joshua and Amy (Hinchman) Stokes. She d. 2d mo. 5th, 1837; buried in Friends' Burying Ground, Moorestown, N. J. 348— RACHEL FRENCH b. 8th mo. 13th, 1773. d. in Burlington, N. J., unmarried. 349— AMY FRENCH b. 12th mo. 3rd, 1774. m. 11th mo. 20th, 1799, John Pope. 350— ABIGAIL FRENCH b. 12th mo. 27th, 1777. m. 1801, Joseph Jones. 351— RICHARD FRENCH b. 7th mo. 6th, 1781. m. Hannah Lippincott. 352— JOSHUA FRENCH b. 10th mo. 30th, 1787. m. 10th mo. 3rd, 1817, Elizabeth H. Beck. Elizabeth (Stokes) French was great-great-aunt of Edward C. Stokes, Governor of New Jersey, 1905-1908. Joshua Stokes, son of Thomas and Rachel (Wright) Stokes, married Amy Hinchman, of Haddonfield Monthly Meeting, 1741; he died 1779. MEETING RECORDS Evesham Monthly Meeting Minutes : At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham y*' 8'" of y* 10'" mo. 1772. Jacob French by John Hunt requested a certificate to y*" monthly meeting at Haddonfield in order for marriage with a member thereof. Therefore Enoch and Joseph Roberts are appointed to make y"' needful Enquiery and prepare one & produce it to next meeting. At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham y^ 5'" of y" 11'" mo. 1772. The Friends appointed produced a certificate on behalf of Jacob French which was read approved and signed by y'^ Clerk. .^M. s> • -^ > ^^ I >^\\^^ ^^ ^ V ^ v ^ Xf: x^ x?c ^^ ti^ >v^.^ ^^^^ ^-s sN r- X N ^ V^ r?"^ ^:' ^ r^^-v X I v: k $ ^^ ^^ ) a 1^^ t> 1\| 'i ^ 1^, s ^ w o H Si W o S w w M <; N W Q Iz 1) o 00 cn > 53 G n 2! O 00 o 0^ 388 GENEALOGY OF THE SAMUEL FRENCH Samuel French [141] spent the early years of his married life as a farmer in the upper part of Waterford township, then Gloucester, now Camden county, N. J. It is evident that about 1771 he took charge of an extensive tract of land, upwards of 1000 acres, located in Greenwich, now Harrison township, Gloucester county. This estate, the property of James Budd, was sold by Sheriff Joseph Hugg, in 1771, to Charles French [42] and by his will, 1785, descended to his son Samuel French. In 1784 the latter pur- chased 125 acres in the same neighborhood and in 1794 and 1810 added to his holdings, until he became possessed of over 1300 acres, being one of the largest land owners in that section. Upon his death, 1814, farms were as- signed to his five sons, as detailed in his will, a lengthy document, revealing a careful administrative mind. The saw mill property, with 1 1 5 acres, given to Uriah, had been in his charge for some years. Charles was continued in possession of a desirable place; Jacob, also, in another nearby location, and with a goodly portion of land given to Joseph, the remainder of the great plantation was entrusted to Samuel, Jr., including the homestead. An accompanying outline map, taken from an ancient time-worn parch- ment, shows the general location of four of these farms. The homesteads reproduced are in excellent condition. The chimneys were built with old- fashioned fire-places, the heavy timbers and rafters are of oak, now hard as stone, the weather-boarding of cedar. Only one house, that of Jacob French and built by him, is of brick. These venerable dwellings, with probably one exception, are considerably over one hundred years old and with care will last many years. In the pioneer homestead General Samuel G. French was born. Here he spent his boyhood days, attending school at Mullica Hill, three miles distant, until be entered the United States Military Academy at West Point in 1839. This property passed out of possession of the family upon the death of his father Samuel French, Jr., [357] in 1852. Samuel French [141] was a prosperous and influential man in his com- munity. He sat as a representative of Gloucester county in the Assembly at Trenton during the sessions of 1795-96-97-1800-01-02. He took an active part in the proceedings, upon several occasions giving striking manifestation of his devotion to the principles of Friends. He served on several important committees. A bill concerning the College of New Jersey, at Princeton, in X K > 2 o X H H > SB M 5' g o 3; r; o DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 389 the session of 1796, contained provisions he could not approve and he voted against it. The same day he voted against a bill concerning cavalry and artillery. Two days later, February 19, 1796, he voted against a bill for organizing and training the militia of the state. He was watchful of the interests of his constituents and supported a measure providing for rebuilding and keeping in repair the main highway bridge over Great Timber Creek. He voted against a motion to dismiss a pending bill to prevent the importa- tion of slaves into New Jersey, looking to their release and protection from abuse. He served on a special committee to consider a petition of Indians for their removal to New York. November 10, 1800, Samuel French pre-- sented a bill, " An Act for relief of Josiah Hunt " who had lost a note issued to him by the state of New Jersey for the depreciation of his pay as a soldier of the United States. Josiah Hunt had presented a petition and Samuel French, as a member of the committee to whom his case was referred, wrote the report which he submitted. Throughout a manhood life of nearly fifty years Samuel French mani- fested the qualities of a conscientious, vigorous, industrious and honorable ancestry. He took intelligent interest in all public affairs, and set a con- sistent example as a member of the religious society with which he was actively connected for half a century, leaving the memory of a well spent and successful life. Sarah Heulings, wife of Samuel French, was the great-granddaughter of William Buckman who, in 1682, came to Pennsylvania from Billinghurst, Sussex county, England, with William Penn, in the ship " Welcome." Thomas Buckman, youngest son of William Buckman and his second wife, Elizabeth Wilson, was born 4th mo. 8th, 1707, died 1734, married 3rd mo. 26th, 1726, Agnes Penquite, born 1705, daughter of John and Agnes (Sharp) Penquite. Agnes Buckman, daughter of Thomas and Agnes (Penquite) Buckman, was born 2nd mo. 6th, 1732, married 9th mo. 27th, 1750, Jacob Heulings, Jr., and their daughter, Sarah Heulings, married 4th mo. 7th, 1769, Samuel French [141]. Jacob Heulings, Jr., was the son of Jacob and Dorothy (Eves) Heulings, and grandson of William and Dorothy (Eves) Heulings who were married in 1680. William Heulings served as justice of peace for Burlington County, 1703; died 1713. Jacob and Dorothy (Eves) Heulings both died in 1758. Ill 390 GENEALOGY OF THE MEETING RECORDS Evesham Monthlj' Meeting Minutes : At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham y^ 9'" of y* S'" Mo. 1769 Samuel French son of Charles French & Sarah Hulings Daughter of Jacob Hulings Jr. Dec'd. appeared & Declared their Intentions of marriage with Each other. Therefore John Roberts & John Cowperthwaite are appointed to make y^ usual Enquiry Concerning him, & report to next meeting, parents being present Consented. At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham y" 6'" of y'' 4'" Mo. 1769. Samuel French & Sarah Hulings appeared & signified y* Continuation of their Intentions of marriage with Each other the Friends appointed to make Enquiery reporting nothing to obstruct their proceeding Therefore they are at Liberty to Consumate their said Intentions according to good order & Joshua Lippincott & Isaac Evans are appointed to be present & see that good order be kept, & report to next meeting. [Women's Meeting] 9" of 3'* mo. 1769. Samuel French and Sarah Heulings appeared and declared their intentions of marriage with each other, parents present consented. 6'" of y* 4'" Mo. 1769. Samuel P'rench and Sarah Heulings appeared and signified y" continuation of their said intention of marriage with each other and return of enquirers clear they are at liberty to consumate their said intention according to good order. 4" 5 mo. 1769. Friends appointed to attend the marriage of Samuel French reported that it was orderly accomplished. [Men's Meeting] At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham y^ 4'" of y^ 2°'' Mo. 1779. Solomon Haines, Samuel French, Jno. Haines, Enoch Evans & Bethual Moore produced acknowledgements for paying fines in Lieu of their per- sonal service in y" Militia contrary to y" Rules Established in y'' Society which were read and Received. At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham y* 9*" of y" 3* mo. 1780.— Samuel French by Edward Darnel requested a Certificate to reccommend himself, Wife & children to the Monthly Meeting at Haddonfield, there- fore Enoch Evans & John Maxell Junr. are appointed to make y* usual Enquiry & prepare one & produce it to next meeting. At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham y^ 6'" of y" 4*" Mo. 1780. The friends appointed produced a Certificate on behalf of Sam'l. French, DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 391 wife and children, which was read approv'd & Sign'd by the Clk. & sent to the Women for their signing. [Women's Meeting] 9" — 3 mo. 1780 Sarah French requested our certificate to be inclosed with her husband and children to joyn Friends of Haddonfield Monthly Meeting, therefore two friends are appointed to enquire into her life and conversation and give their account to y^ friends appointed to draw it. Haddonfield Minutes of y" Mo : Meeting of Women Friends : At a Monthly Meeting of Women friends held at Haddonfield the 8*'' of the 5'" Month, 1780. A certificate was produced from Evesham Monthly Meeting Recommending Samuel French & wife Sarah «S: their Daughter Agnefs to the care of this which was read and Received. Samuel French spent his early life subject to Ev-esham Monthly Meeting, as will be noted. In 1780, some years after he removed to the lower part of Gloucester County, he became a member of Haddonfield Monthly Meeting. From various records, it is evident that the family attended worship at Mickleton, or Upper Greenwich, as it was then called, that being the nearest meeting to their residence. After Woodbury became a Monthly Meeting, 1785, Samuel French and family appear to have been united there- with, although the record of transfer it not attainable. Later the meeting at MuUica Hill was the home place of worship. WILL OF SAMUEL FRENCH, 1803 In the name of God, Amen. I Samuel French of the township of Green- wich, County of Gloucester and State of New Jersey being at this time in a poor state of health but of sound mind and memory, not knowing but what my dissolution may be near, do make and publish this for my last will and Testament. First, I give and bequeath to my dear wife Sarah French one hundred pounds, to be paid to her by my executors, hereafter named as soon as it can be collected after my decease. Or she may take the whole or any part of the above said one hundred pounds at the praisement as she may think proper, and also six silver table spoons and nine silver tea spoons and the priviledge of two rooms in the house where I now dwell of her choice, and priviledge of the Oven, Pump, Cellar and fruit of all kinds for her own use, all kinds of sauce of vegitable production sufficient for her own use, with her firewood delivered at the door, Hay and grain suffi- cient to keep a horse and Hay and pasture for a cow. Second I bequeath to my son Uriah French my tract of land whereon the Saw Mill stands, bounded as follows Beginning at a stone for a corner 392 GENEALOGY OF THE near said Mill and runs thence North thirty-seven and one half degrees West twelve chains and sixty-five links to a White oak thence North eighty- nine degrees West three chains and twelve links to an Elm thence North seventy-nine West five chains and forty-five links to a Black Oak thence North forty-two degrees West four chains and thirty links to a Black Oak thence North four degrees and thirty minutes East twenty-one chains and fifty links to a Hickory thence South fifty-six degrees West fifteen chains thence North twenty-two degrees West six chains and thirty links thence South fifty-three degrees West ten chains and forty links thence South twenty degrees East thirty-four chains and fifty links thence South eighty- eight degrees three chains thence South six degrees and thirty minutes East twelve chains and sixty links thence North seventy-two degrees and thirty minutes East twelve chains and thirty links thence North thirty-one degrees East four chains and sixty links thence South eighty-five degrees East thirty-four chains and fifty links thence North seventy-seven degrees and thirty minutes East six chains and seventy-five links thence North eighteen degrees West three chains and forty links thence North eighty-six degrees West five chains and twenty-eight links thence South thirty-five degrees West one chain and seventy-two links thence North eighty-four degrees and thirty minutes West five chains thence North twelve degrees and thirty minutes East nine chains and sixty links thence South seventy degrees and thirty minutes East twelve chains to the place of beginning. Containing one hundred and fifteen acres, more or less, together with all the appur- tenances to the Mill belonging. And also I bequeath unto my son Uriah my silver watch, and it is my will that my son Uriah do pay unto my wife Sarah French, yearly and every year the sum of forty dollars during her natural life Thirdly — I bequeath to my son Jacob French the plantation whereon he now lives with all the appurtenances except the part of said land which lays over the Cohawkin Road between Iredell's and Allen's land — and it is my will that my son Jacob do pay unto my wife Sarah French the sum of forty dollars yearly and every year during her natural life. Fourthly I give and bequeath to my son Charles French all that my tract of land I purchased of Hewit, bounding as follows beginning at a stake near a large Gum near Clems run and runs from thence North twenty-six degrees and thirty minutes West fifty-five chains thence South seventy-three degrees West seventeen chains and thirty links thence South seventy degrees West twenty-six chains thence South twelve degrees and thirty minutes West nine chains and sixty links thence South eighty-four degrees and thirty minutes East five chains thence North thirty-five degrees East one chain and seventy-two links thence South eighty-six degrees East five chains and twenty-eight links thence South eighteen degrees East three chains and forty links thence South twenty-six degrees and thirty minutes East one chain and seventy-five links thence South eighty degrees East nine 1. Silver Knee Buckle belongiiis to Charles French (42), marked " C. F." 2. Silver Shoe Buckles belonging to Samuel French (141) 3. Silver Fastener for RufHed Shirt Front, belonging to Samuel French (141) 4. Silver Knitting Shield belonging to Sarah (Heulings) French (141), marked "S. F. 2Sth, 11 mo. 1801." 5. Silver Knee Buckle belonging to Samuel French (141) DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 393 chains and thirty links thence South thirty-five degrees East nine chains and fifty links thence South seventy-five degrees and thirty minutes East thirty-three chains thence North forty-one degrees East two chains thence South sixty-five degrees East ten chains to the place of beginning Con- taining one hundred and forty-two and one half acres, with all the appur- tenances thereto belonging, and it is my will that my son Charles do pay unto my wife Sarah the sum of forty dollars yearly and every year during her natural life Fifthly, I give and bequeath unto my son Samuel French the plantation whereon I now dwell bounding as follows beginning at a Maple bush corner to Iredell's land and runs from thence North sixty-nine and one half degrees East thirty chains and fifty links thence East ten chains thence North forty-one degrees East twenty-five chains thence North sev- enty five degrees and a half East thirty-three chains thence North thirty- five degrees West nine chains and fifty links thence North eighty degrees West nine chains and thirty links thence North twenty-six degrees and thirty minutes West one chain and seventy-five links thence South seventy- seven degrees and thirty minutes West six chains and seventy-five links thence North eighty-five degrees West thirty-four chains and fifty links thence South thirty-one degrees West two chains and thirty-nine links thence South seventy-four degrees East seven chains and forty links thence South twenty-two degrees and thirty minutes East four chains and ten links thence South forty-eight degrees and thirty minutes East four chains and ninety links thence South eighty-one degrees East four chains thence South thirty degrees and thirty minutes East six chains and thirty-five links thence South thirty-three degrees West nine chains and seventy-two links thence South fifty-one and one half degrees East eight chains and seventy- five links thence North seventy degrees East three chains and ninety links to Raccoon Creek thence up the several courses thereof to the place of Beginning, containing two hundred and twenty-two acres and twenty-five perches of land be the same more or less together with all the appurtenances thereunto belonging, and also I bequeath unto my son Samuel my sorrel mare together with my saddle and bridle. Sixthly — I bequeath unto my daughter Agnes Moore the sum of fifty pounds to be paid by my Executors hereafter named in two j'ears after my decease Seventhly I bequeath to my son Joseph French the residue of my planta- tion whereon I now live bounded as follows beginning at a stone corner to Iredell's land and runs from thence North six and one half degrees West thirty-six chains and forty links thence North seventy-two degrees and thirty minutes East twelve chains and thirty links thence North thirty-one degrees East two chains and twenty-one links thence South seventy-four degrees East seven chains and forty links South twenty-two degrees and thirty minutes East four chains and ten links South forty-eight degrees 394 GENEALOGY OF THE and thirtj- minutes East four chains and ninety links thence eighty-one degrees East four chains thence South thirty degrees and thirty minutes East six chains and thirty-five links thence South thirty-three degrees West nine chains and seventy-two links thence South fifty-one degrees and thirty minutes East eight chains and seventy-five links thence South seventy degrees East twenty-eight chains and ninety links to the place of beginning containing ninety-two acres three roods and fifteen Perches of land be the same more or less, and also I bequeath unto my son Joseph all the land over the Cohawken road that I purchased of Joseph Gardiner lying between Allen's and Iredell's land, and also I bequeath unto my son Joseph twenty- five acres of land off the Egypt Tract adjoining the Cohawken Road and Joseph Allen's land and also I bequeath unto my son Joseph a certain Road that lies along Joseph Allen's line. Eighthly I bequeath to my daughter Sarah French two hundred pounds to be paid by my Executors hereafter named in one year after my decease. Ninthly I bequeath unto my daughter Ann French two hundred pounds to be paid by my executors as abovesaid when my daughter Ann shall arrive at the age of eighteen. Tenthly all the unappropriated Rights that I am possessed of at my decease I equally bequeath unto my five sons namely Uriah, Jacob, Charles, Samuel and Joseph. Eleventhly I order and empower my executors hereafter named to sell all the residue of my lands that has not been heretofore bequeathed and that after paying all my just debts and legacies as aforesaid the remainder of monies if any more be, to be equally divided between my beloved wife and three daughters namely Agnes Moore, Sarah and Ann French, and lastly I order my executors to sell all my moveable estate except what is taken by widow at the Praisement and the monies to be divided between my beloved wife and daughters as abovesaid after paying as abovesaid and lastly I appoint my two eldest sons namely Uriah and Jacob French Executors of this my last Will. In Witness whereof I have hereto set my hand and seal this twenty-third day of the seventh month in the year of our Lord one thousand eight hundred and three -^a-^^KU^Ce^ Sealed, signed published and declared by the said Samuel French to be his testa- ment and last will in the presence of us Rebecca Zane Isaac Eacrit Joshua Haines Will proved August 11, 1S14. DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 395 SUMMARY OF INV. OF ESTATE OF SAMUEL FRENCH, 1814 An Inventory of the Goods and Effects of Samuel French late of the township of Greenwich County of Gloucester and State of New Jersey, deceased, as shown to us the subscribers and appraised this 4th. day of August 1814 Wearing apparel and Desk 20 Table & chairs, crockreware & sund 11.75 Books, Looking glass, Cubboard and f urn 13.25 two Beds and beding 35.50 Seven Chairs and beding 28.50 Hogshead, tubs & pail & sund 2.50 Meal Chest, Tea Cettle & sund 2.25 Book accounts 1 52.64 $266.39 Josiah Moore Joseph Allen IN MEMORIAM When sorrowing o'er some stone I bend, Which covers all that was a friend. And from her hand, her voice, her smile. Divides me — for a little while. Then Saviour seest the tears I shed — For Thou didst weep o'er Lazarus dead. Died on Thursday the 17th inst, Miss Ann French, youngest daughter of Samuel French, Esq., of Gloucester County, New Jersey. The sudden and premature death of this amiable young Lady has caused an universal gloom to pervade the minds of her relations and friends. With a mind highly cultivated, a taste refined, a judgment sound, a heart filled with benevo- lence and charity, and manners the most bland and insinuating, she could not fail to attract the attention and gain the esteem of those with whom she associated. To love and revere Miss French, it was only necessary to be acquainted with her. As a child she was affectionate and obedient, as a friend, frank and sincere. Although in the midst of youth and lovli- ness, with prospects flattering, she did not shrink at the approach of the King of terrors, but with a firm and unshaken confidence in the promise of her Saviour, she looked for immortality and bliss beyond the grave. The chasm occasioned in society by her death will not soon be filled — Lamented Maid thou art gone I — Our longing eyes will n'er behold thy lovely form again ! — Thy spotless soul has urged its way to Heaven — Bright cherubims welcome thy arrival on the shores of deliverance and felicity. Thy friends will long cherish the remembrance of thy many virtues and strive to make them their own. CHATELAINE HOOK BELONGING TO ANN H. FRENCH A tribute to the memory of Ann Heulings French [361] ; from a newspaper of 1812. 396 GENEALOGY OF THE MULLICA HILL MEETING AND SCHOOL In the latter part of the seventeenth century one Eric Molica, an adven- turous Swede, belonging to one of the early colonies on the Delaware, ascended the winding stream which has become historic as Raccoon creek. He took up a large tract of land and founded a prosperous settlement, after- ward known as Mullica Hill. He had eight children and lived to round out almost a century. Indians were numerous and their name for the creek was Naraticon, or Raccoon, on account of great numbers of that lively animal in the dense forests which lined its banks. The soil was wonderfully fertile, as it is today after two hundred years' cultivation. Many curious Swedish traditions have long prevailed. Greenwich was the first township organized by the Gloucester County Court, in 1694. Friends early came to the vicinity and prospered greatly. They were separated from regular meet- ing places and asked permission to assemble otherwise. The first society in Mullica Hill appears to have been organized in 1797, meetings being held in the school house. This was continued until 1804 when the present large and substantial brick meeting house was built, at a most desirable location, on a high piece of ground, on the south side of the creek. As education was always in the minds of Friends, this community was no exception. The history of Mullica Hill School may be traced back through a period of one hundred and eighty-seven years, embracing five dif- ferent buildings. The first of these was built of cedar logs, with oiled paper for window lights. It served from about 1720 until 1756, when a frame house was built. In 1790 a larger and more comfortable building was erected, the result of awakened public interest. Samuel French [141] was one of the principal subscribers to the building fund, his younger chil- dren and some of his grandchildren attending the school for many years. This building was heated by an immense stove, the first luxury of the kind known in that part of the country. In 1824 building number four was erected, largely out of the materials of the old school house. In 1855 a two- story school house was built, and this, with all needful conveniences, has been used ever since. Charles French, son of Samuel French, was one of the trustees in charge of this property, including the meeting house and graveyard, from 1801 until 1833. H O r- DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 397 ' '£ Ur^^f^-e^cyfU'r?l£tf ^2^^^^-C^2d£^^'^^i^^'^^^ ^^2'C^/^,(lt:^^^y^ ^tt^t^. t^/ ■c<:y*^i^A.^ a^a ^t^'i.^ 0/ ^^^^r?Ti,^^-c yi^^a^ '^t^ay^^jtj -^t.^^^^^^ ^t^/i £?Z^^i.-^^v SUBSCRIPTIONS TO FRIENDS* SCHOOL, MULLICA HILL, 1789 398 GENEALOGY OF THE MICKLETON (UPPER GREENWICH) MEETING Friends living between Mullica Hill and Woodbury, about 1740, built a small frame meeting house on a lot of ground granted for that purpose by Solomon Lippincott. The meeting was a branch of Haddonfield Monthly Meeting until 1785, when it was united with Woodbury meeting. In 1798 a large and commodious brick meeting house was built, which has been in use ever since. This is located one and a half miles east of the former one, the old lot being held for a burying ground. In 1808 a large brick school house was erected, the school being under the special care of the meeting and becoming a noted educational institution. The meeting at Mickleton was first known as Lippincott's and later as Upper Greenwich. This meeting Avas the place of worship of Samuel French and family for many years, prior to the setting up of a meeting in Mullica Hill, in 1797. DESK BELONGING TO SAMUEL FRENCH [141] DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 399 PLAN OF FRENCH'S ESTATE GRFNWICH TQWNSHl? GlOUCESTtR COUWTY FRENCH FARMS IN GLOUCESTER COUNTY, N. J. From an old map prepared by Samuel French [141] about 1790. The farm allotted to Jacob French was located near that of his brother Joseph. 400 GENEALOGY OF THE WILL OF JACOB HEULINGS, JR., 1758 In the Name of God Amen, I Jacob Heulings of Evesham in the County of Burlington and Provience of West New Jersey Being Sick and Weak of Body but of Sound and perfect Disposing mind and memory blefsed be almighty God for the Same and Calling to mind the Mortality of my Body and that it is appointed for all men Once to Dye DO make and Ordain this my Last will and Testament in manner and iform ifollowing VIZ My mind and will is that all my Just Debts and ffuneral Charges be Duly paid and Discharged by my Executors hereafter named as Soon as Conveniently Can be after my Decease; IMPRIMIS I Give my Son Jacob Heulings all that my Land and Plantation Whereon I now Dwell to Hold to him my said Son Jacob Heulings and to his heirs and Aisigns iforever He paying thereout to his three Sisters Theodosia, Sarah, and Agnes Heulings the Sum of Six Hundred Pounds in manner ffollowing That is to Say to my Daughter Theodosia Heulings the sum of Two hundred pounds in One year after my said Son arrives at the Age of Twenty One Years To my Daughter Sarah Heulings the Like sum of Two hundred pounds in two years after my Said Son arrives at the age aforesaid AND to My Daughter Agnes Heulings the Like Sum of Two Hundred pounds in three years after my said Son arrives at the Age af*^ AND my mind and Will is that if Either of my Said Daughters Should Dye before she arrives at the age and Time ffixed for their Receiving their respective Legacies to be paid in manner aforesaid that then her Legacy So Dying Shall be Equally Divided between the other two Surviving Daughters, I ALSO Give to my said Son Jacob Heulings my part and Share of a Certain Cedar Swamp Lying on ae Brook called Kettle Runn To Hold to him his Heirs and Assigns fforever Item I Give and Devise to my Loving wife Agnes Heulings all the use of my Land and Plantation So Given and Bequeathed as aforesaid until my Said Son Jacob Heulings arrives at the Age of Twenty Years PROVIDED that She Continue my widdow So Long and Commit no Wast thereon To Enable her to bring up my Children and to Give them Good Education BUT if it Should So happen that my said wife Should Marry Again before my Said Son arrives at The Age aforesaid THEN my will is that my Other Executors Shall Have the Care of Leasing my Place Educating and Bringing up my Children and Other Affairs of my Estate AND that they Let my wife have the Liberty of Living on the said Plantation after her Marriage on Such Terms as my Other Executors Shall See most Convenient for the benefit of My Children ITEM I do Give to my aforesaid wife all the remainder of my Estate be it what it will or where it will AND Do Nominate Constitute and Appoint my said Wife Agnes Heulings and my Brother-in-Law Micajah Wills and my Own Brother William Heulings Executors of this my Last will-Testament and Do ffrustrate and Make void all fformer Wills by me M H C c ■a 2 2; I DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 401 made and Declare this and no Other to be my Last Will and Testament IN TESTIMONY whereof I the said Jacob Heulings have hereunto Set my Hand and Affixed my Seal this thirty ffirst day of March ANNO DOM; One thousand Seven hundred and Fifty Eight 1758 a^dT'^ Signed Sealed published pronounced and Declared by the within named Jacob Heulings as and for his Last will and Testament in the Presence of us with the words / then / ae Brook Called / ffirst interlined Hannah Z. Thorn Her X mark Abraham Heulings Elizabeth Buckman By the Honble. John Reading Esq., President of His Majesty's Council and Commander in Chief in and over his Majefty's Province of New Jerfey and Territories thereon depending in America, &c. To all to whom thefe Presents fhall come or may concern. Greeting. Know ye, That at Burlington on the Day of the Date hereof, before Samuel Peart Surrogate, being thereunto delegated and appointed, the lal't Will and Teftament of Jacob Heulings late of the County of Burlington, Deceafed (a Copy whereof is hereunto annexed) was proved; and is approved and allowed of by me. The laid Deceafed having while he lived, and at the Time of his Death, Goods, Chattels and Credits within this Province, by Means whereof the Proving the faid Will, and the granting Adminiftration, of all and fingular the faid Goods, Chattels and Credits, and alfo the auditing, allowing, and finally difcharging the Account thereof, doth belong unto me. And the Adminiftration of all and fingular the Goods, Chattels and Credits of the faid Deceafed, and any Way concern- ing his Will, was granted unto Agnefs Heulings, Micajah Wills and William Heulings Executors in the faid Will named, being firft duly affirmed well and faithfully to Adminifter the fame, and to make and exhibit a true and perfect Inventory of all and fingular the faid Goods, Chattels and Credits, and alfo to render a juft and true Account of their Adminiftration, when thereunto lawfully required. IN TESTIMONY whereof, I have caufed the Prerogative Seal of the Province of New-Jerfey to be hereunto affixed, this Thirtieth Day of May in the Year of Our Lord One Thoufand Seven Hundred and fifty eight. Charles Read Reg. 26 402 GENEALOGY OF THE INVENTORY OF THE ESTATE OF JACOB HEULINGS, JR., 1758 A true and perfect Inventory of the Goods and Chatties, rights and Credits of Jacob Tleulings Late of Evesham in the County of Burlington and provence of New Jerfey yeoman Deceafed as was appraifed this 24th. of april Annoi Dom, 1758 £ s. d. £ s. d. to his Purfe and apparrel 18 2 9 to .Silver Watch 8 26 2 9 to horfe Bridle and Saddle 16 to two pare of three year old Steers 11 10 to a 2 year old Colt 11 to 7 Milch Cows 21 to 4 young cattle 6 10 to 3 Calves 1 15 to a Bay mare 15 to 2 Draugted Crosbars, 2 Plows and 2 Pair Gears 15 18 98 13 to an Ax 5 to Bay Mare Bigg with fold 6 to Green Corn Rye in Lower field ] to " " " in upper " j to 6 acres of wheat 2 to 11 Sheep and 8 Lambs 6 to 21 Hoggs in the wood Pafter 10 31 5 to Rye and flax in the Barn and Mill 3 Goods in the Room to set of high Draws and Glafs 4 to Bed and furniture 7 to walnut table 1 to a tea Table 1 to a pine Chef t to Striped Druget 4 yds to 15 yrds. of worped 3 to table Linnen 1 10 5 5 12 5 18 17 174 17 DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 403 thee Room continued £ s. d. £ s. d. to and Irons 5 to warming pan IS to Saddle Baggs 3 to Corner Cupboard and Sundrys therein 2 10 to 2 Spinning wheels and Reel 15 to Great Wheel 10 to Yz Doz. Chares and Arm Chare 10 to Yi Doz. tea Spoons and tongs 1 12 to Sundrys on the mantle-Shelf 7 6 to Conductor Generalis 5 to old Books 5 to Sundrys as Lancets knives and other things... 5 6 12 6 to Goods in the houfse to Pewter and knives and forks 3 to Bed and furniture 9 to Sundrys pots kettle and sundry Small artecles. 3 5 15 5 In the Chamber to a Box Iron and 2 heaters 5 to 6 Dear Skinns 2 15 to flock Bed 2 to Negro man Named Tip and Bed 40 to tubs and flower 5 ' to 8 lb. yern 12 to an old Sadie 5 46 2 In the Aft Chamber to a feather Bed, 2 pillows Sheet and Blanket.... 1 15 to a Bagg of feathers 2 to Wool Baskets Cards and feathers and Sundrys 10 to 4 Bush, wheat 10 4 15 In the Cellar to 3 hogsheds and 2 to Yx barrel of to one Barrel of Cyder to Sundrys of tubs and Pails &c 1 to a tub of Lard 60 lbs 1 3 10 75 4~b 15 10 5 404 GENEALOGY OF THE out of Doors £ s. to Horse Gears 5 to Sundrys of tubbs 10 to powdering tubb 5 to Bacon in the Smoak houfe 8 to a waggon 6 to 3 Shoats 15 to Indian Corn in the Cribb 2 to 4 yokes and Chains and Sundry Utensils of husbandry 3 10 to a hive of Bees 5 to Two Deer and Bells 1 d. £ s. d. 21 5 1 5 14 10 75 4 193 17 £283 1 1 to a Boar 10 Jofhua Ballinger James Cattell E & O Excepted Appraisers WALNUT TABLE WITH FALLING LEAVES, SARAH (HEULINGS) FRENCH DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 405 AGNES SHARP PENQUITE John Penquite, who came from Parish Kayne, Cornwall, England, in 1683, was the third white settler in what is now Wrightstown township, Bucks Co., Pa. He was an enterprising and prosperous farmer and active and zealous Friend. Meetings were held at his house for over twenty years, until the building of the first meeting house, in 1721. The present meeting house, a picture of which is herewith given, was built in 1787. In 1690 John Pen- quite married, at Shrewsbury, N. J., Agnes Sharp, who came from England in 1686, and who became a highly respected minister among Friends, devoting over 70 years to useful work in the religious field. She died in 1758. John Penquite died 1719. " A Teftomony from Wrights Town Monthly-Meeting in Bucks county Pennfylvania, concerning our ancient friend and Sifter Agnes Penquite, who departed this life, the 20th day of the eleventh month 1758, being upwards of one hundred years old. " She brought a certificate with her from Europe, dated the 6th day of the Second month 1686. She was of an innocent pious life and converfation, a good example in attending meetings both on firft and week-days, until a few years before her death. She was a minifter above Seventy years ; her teftimony, tho' generally Short, was moltly to Satsifac- tion and edification ; and in her declining age, when nature Seemed almoft Spent, She appeared more divinely favoured than common, to the admiration of Some. When She could no longer attend meetings, She would often, at meal times, appear in prayer, with praifes to the Lord, to the comfort and Satisfaction of thofe prefent ; and frequently Signified, ' She had the evidence of divine peace.' Not long before her departure She Said, ' That her Sweet Lord had not forfaken her, but was Still with her to comfort and refrefh her in her old age.' Thus She was removed from time to eternity, like a Shock of corn fully ripe." WRIGHTSTOWN MEETING HOUSE, 1787 406 GENEALOGY OF THE 142— ELIZABETH FRENCH (Thomas, 1; Charles, 8; Charles, 42). b. February 18th, 1750, in Waterford Township, Gloucester Co., N. J. d. 5th mo. 25th, 1812. m. First, 10th mo., 1768, James Wills, son of Micajah and Rebecca (Heulings) Wills, m. Second, 4th mo. 11th, 1787, Moses Wills, son of Daniel and Elizabeth (Woolston) Wills. He b. 11th mo. 15th, 1737. d. 1st mo. 30th, 1807. 362— LETTICE WILLS b. Uth mo. 5th, 1771. m. 8th mo. 25th, 1795, William Rowand. 363— ANN WILLS b. March, 1775. m. First, 4th mo. 8th, 1795, Evan Clement, M.D. m. Second, 1799, John Blackwood, M.D. 364— REBECCA WILLS b. 1780. m. 5th mo. ISth, 1799, Samuel Woolman. 365— ELIZABETH WILLS 366— CHARLES WILLS m. October 23rd, 1800, Thomas Wood. b. 1787. d. 9th mo. 9th, 1806. 367— MOSES WILLS, JR. b. 12th mo. 17th, 1792. m. 12th mo. 17th, 1818, Rebecca Wright Black. Moses Wills married, first, March 31st, 1764, Margaret Wills; she died 3rd mo. 7th, 1782. They had the following children: Elizabeth Wills b. 12th mo. 29th, 1764. d. 8th mo. 28th, 1790. m. 5th mo. 4th, 1785, Joseph Burr, son of Robert Burr, of Ruland, Pa. Mary Wills b. 3rd mo. 17th, 1766. m. 3rd mo. 11th, 1789, John Haines, son of Ephraim Haines, of Chester Township, Burlington Co., N. J. DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 407 Hope Wills Hannah Wills b. 7th mo. 15th, 1768. b. 6th mo. 20th, 1770. m. 12th mo. 14th, 1809, John Lancaster. Abel Wills b. 8th mo. 15th, 1772. d. 11th mo. 13th, 1774. Ruth Wills b. 3rd mo. 4th, 1775. d. 3rd mo. 1st, 1781. Rachel Wills b. 6th mo. 24th, 1777. m. 4th mo. 7th, 1803, David Mickle, son of William Mickle, of Greenwich, N. J. Aaron Wills b. 11th mo. 29th, 1779. d. 2nd mo. 20th, 1781. By will dated December 13, 1779, proved December 21, 1780, Elizabeth Wills made the following bequests to her great-grandchildren, daughters of her granddaughter Margaret Wills, wife of Moses Wills : Elizabeth £5 and six silver tea-spoons ; Mary £5, two pewter dishes, six plates and two porringers ; Hope, £5 and chest of drawers ; Hannah £5 and pair of sheets ; Ruth £5, six napkins and a table-cloth ; Rachel £5, a pair of silver buttons and warming pan. The money was to be paid to their father, Moses Wills, and kept at interest until children became of age. MEETING RECORDS Evesham Monthly Meeting Minutes : At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham ye 8th of ye 9th mo. 1768. James Wills son of Micajah Wills & Elizabeth French daughter of Charles French appeared & Declared their Intentions of marriage with each other. Therefore Joshua Lippincott and Jacob Evans are appointed to make ye needful Enquiery Concerning & report to next meeting, parents being pres- ent consented. At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham ye 6th of ye 10th Mo. 1768. James Wills & Elizabeth French appeared & signified ye continuation of their Intentions of marriage with Each other ye friends appointed to make Enquiery reporting nothing to obstruct their proceeding, therefore they are at Liberty to Consumate their said Intentions according to good order, & Joshua, & Enoch Roberts are appointed to be present & see that good order be kept & report to next meeting. 408 GENEALOGY OF THE At a monthly meeting held at Evesham ye 10th of ye 11th Mo. 1768. The Friends appointed to attend ye marriage of James Wills & Elizabeth French reported that it was orderly accomplished. Minutes of Evesham Monthly Meeting of Women Friends : 8 — 9 mo. 1768. Jas. Wills and Elizabeth French appeared and declared their intentions of marriage with each other. Esther and Rebecca Roberts to make needful enquiry concerning her. 6" of 10" mo. 1768. Jas. Wills and Elizabeth French appeared and sig- nified the continuation of their intention of marriage with each other, and inquiry having been made they are left at liberty to proceed in marriage. SUMMARY OF WILL OF ELIZABETH (FRENCH) WILLS, 1812 Elizabeth Wills of Northamton Burlington Co., N. J., widow Proved June, 27—1812. Children Lettice Rowand, wife of W"' Rowand interest of $120 her life and at her death to her female children in equal shares Ann, wife of Doc"" John Blackwood use of $120. her life and at her death divided equally among all her children Rebecca, wife of Samuel Woolman use of $120. her life, then divided equally among all her children Elizabeth, wife of Thomas Wood, interest of $120. her life, then to be equally divided among her 3 children, viz Richard, Charles and Ann Wood Marcy Burr daughter of Joseph Burr $20. Moses Mickle son of David Mickle $30. when 21 Sarah " sister of Moses, to have above'^'' $30 when 18, if her brother dies before day of payment. Granddaughters Martha Woolman ^ a Bed, Bolster and pillows Ann Wood f with one coverlid to each Son Moses Wills the remainder of my money wether in Cash Bonds Bills or otherwise, also all sheets, pillow cases, best Bed Bed-stead 6 of my best blankets, 2 Coverleds, best bed-quilt Table Cloths Napkins &.c marked with the letters M & W, my Walnut Dining Table, Mahogany Breakfast Table, Cherry tree ftand, my brase and Irons all my Books, &c. Rest of household goods between my 4 Daughters ; Lettice to have my six silver Table Spoons in her share for life, then to her Daughter Elizabeth Rowand Executor — Son Moses Wills /7 a ' vi#2ir.r Witnesses — Sam' Black ' - -— . . .-. Nathan W. Black W" Black ^^^ ^ ' ' "^^^ DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 409 A true and perfect Inventory of all and Singular the Goods chattels monies and effects Elizabeth Wills of the Township of Mansfield in the County of Burlington New Jersey, dec'' taken at her late dwelling the S'" day of June 1812. Cash and Wearing Apparrel 67.172 Obligations to the amount of 1717.92 Household Goods Kitchen furniture &c 339.423 $2124.52 Appraised the day and year above written by Affirmed to 7"' day of July, 1812 before Abrm. Brown Surrg Joseph Wills George Haines Joseph Wills one of the apprs. Moses Wills Executor. nr PARLOR CHAIR, I 760 410 GENEALOGY OF THE 143— CHARLES FRENCH 3RD (Thomas, 1; Charles, 8; Charles, 42). b. October 25th, 1753, in Waterford Township, Gloucester Co., N. J. d. April 6th, 1834 (Sunday morning), buried in Trinity P. E. Churchyard, Moorestown, N. J. m. May 29th, 1783, Sabilla Stokes, daughter of Joseph and Atlantic (Bispham) Stokes; Rev. Robert Blackwell performing ceremony; Christ Church record, Philadelphia. She b. December 6th, 1757. d. November 4th, 1845, buried in Trinity P. E. Churchyard, Moorestown, N. J- 368— ANN FRENCH b. August 14th, 1784. m. 6th mo. 20th, 1811, Joshua M. Hollings- head, M.D. 369— JOSEPH FRENCH 370— HOPE FRENCH 371— ATLANTIC FRENCH 372— ELIZABETH FRENCH b. m. b. d. b. m. b. d. m. He b. d, 373— SABILLA FRENCH b. d 374— SARAH FRENCH b. d 375— CHARLES FRENCH b. d, September 2nd, 1786. December 9th, 1813, Mary Stokes. February 22nd, 1789. August 29th, 1805. September 21st, 1791. March 19th, 1812, Gilbert Page. , April 15th, 1794. April 20th, 1854. October 21st, 1841, John Gill, son of John and Annie (Smith) Gill; Rev. A. B. Pat- terson of Trinity P. E. Church, Moores- town, N. J., performing ceremony. 7th mo. 9th, 1795. 4th mo. 12th, 1884. June 21st, 1796. September 10th, 1880. December 4th, 1799. October 2nd, 1854. October 26th, 1801. August 29th, 1802. o > f K -I) H Q a w w o m H 55 H ;>► o s*. O SI H r > O DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 411 Atlantic Bispham, born March 22nd, 1737, was the daughter of Joshua and Mary (Lawrence) Bispham, who were married in Bickerstaff, England, 1729, and sailed from London for America, December 13th, 1736, in the ship "Mary and Hannah," Henry Lavage, Captain. Owing to the fact of her being born on this voyage, she was named Atlantic by the captain of the vessel, who, tradition states, gave her a silk dress, in further honor of the event. The ship arrived at Philadelphia April 26th, 1737, after a trip of five months. Atlantic Bispham married, in 1757, Joseph Stokes, for many years an honored and useful citizen of Moorestown, N. J. CHARLES FRENCH, 3RD Upon coming into possession of the homestead, near Fellowship, in 1784, Charles French, 3rd, son of Charles French, Jr. [42], continued in opera- tion the old colonial grist mill on the home plantation, the site of which can still be traced, on the bank of the Pensaukin Creek, and in 1816 pur- chased another property of the same kind, with a saw mill and 37 acres of land, in the same neighborhood, for $10,000. In 1800 he pur- chased three acres, a valuable site, near the center of Moorestown, and in 1818 bought 33 acres additional. Hither he removed, about 1820, having built one of the finest brick mansions of the time, in which he resided until his death. His widow, under a life tenancy, occupied the place until her death, and, in 1845, it was sold, later becoming the property of the Society of Friends, under whose direction it is used as a delightful retreat and boarding-home for aged Friends. While living in Moorestown, Charles French became a partner with William Roberts in a large woolen mill industry, at Mt. Holly. He acted as executor and adviser in the settlement of many estates and also performed several responsible trusts as assignee. His business activities continued until the close of a long and honored life. Old-time residents of Moorestown and vicinity remember him as one of the most useful citizens of that community. The work of his executors revealed the fact that he had quadrupled, in value, the estate with which he began, half a century before, being possessed of over 1,000 acres of land in Burlington and Glou- cester Counties, with farm houses, two grist mills and the mansion house in Moorestown and a large amount of personal property. The mansion was sold for $10,000; the farm homestead for $13,700 and other prop- erties at advanced prices. 412 GENEALOGY OF THE The old French farm home, near Fellowship, has a most interesting history. As elsewhere stated, it was bought by Charles, Jr., in 1747, who soon after went there to live. In 1785 Charles, 3rd, shortly after his marriage, built a large brick addition to the old house, the initials of his own name and those of his wife appearing on the end, as shown in one of the accompanying illustrations. This house is a splendid old-time ex- hibit, solid and enduring, with brick-paved and enclosed apartments in the great cellar for ample storage purposes. The masonry is a marvel of expert work. The long slanting roof of the older part, running to within a few feet of the ground, is moss-covered, while the great oaken doors and im- mense fire-place, wuth brick-enclosed boiler annex for pig-killing time uses, tell the story of farm life one hundred and fifty years ago. The original dwelling was probably built about 1730. Here some of the children of Charles French, Jr., were born and reared and all the children of Charles, 3rd. Here were the joyous scenes of marriage festivities and family re- unions and other events covering a period of nearly seventy-five years. Five sisters of Charles, 3rd, went forth, with glad anticipation, to their new homes. Two of his brothers brought brides, to receive the parental benediction, and he, likewise, came from Christ Church, Philadelphia, with Sabilla (Stokes) to spend nearly forty years together in the old home- stead. In the old chimney corners sat Charles and Ann, at eventide, as the years came on apace. Here their life stories ended, happily not far apart, joining the one child who left them at the dawn of womanhood. A little later, the years passing swiftly, three of the second generation that grew up under the family roof-tree, went forth, with chosen partners, each followed by the prayers and blessings of Charles and Sabilla. Three daughters tarried to comfort and care for them when the shadows lengthened. Hither, at various times of special interest, came troops of cousins and other relatives, young and old, from neighboring and, for those days, dis- tant communities. In the great " living room " there were feasts and merry-makings, while fascinating stories of colonial and revolutionary times were told after candle light. The last survivor of those happy occasions is Mary (French) Burrough [725], great granddaughter of Charles and Ann, who recently observed her 82nd birthday. The touching memories of this old homestead would fill many pages in themselves. X K O H > O -f. 5? in I DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 413 MEETING RECORDS Charles [143] and Sabilla (Stokes) French Evesham Monthly Meeting Minutes : At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham y** 4'" of y'= P' Mo. 1781. Friends from y^ Preparative Meeting of Chester reported that Charles French Jun"". hath been treated with for paying Military Fines in lieu of Personal Service. — and the Neglect of attending Meetings, therefore John Hunt and William Matlack are appointed to treat further with him and report to next meeting. At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham y"* 8'" of y'' 3'* mo. 1781. The Friends appointed reported that they have had an opportunity with Charles French Jun''. who did not appear convinced of the Inconsistency of his Conduct in paying his Military Fine and the Neglect of attending Meetings : Therefore this Meeting disowns him according to our Discipline and John Hunt & John Roberts are appointed to give him a copy of the Minute & acquaint him of his Priviledge of an Appeal & report to next Meeting. At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham y" 5'" of y" 4'" mo. 1781. The Friends appointed to give Charles French Jr. a Copy of this Meeting's Minute against him, having not Comply'd therewith they are continued to the service. At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham y^ 10'" of 5'" Mo. 1781— The Friends Appointed reported that they have given Charles French Jun"". a copy of the Disownment against him according to appointment. [Women's Meeting] 6" — 2 Mo. 1783. Friends from the Preparative Meeting at Chester report that Sabillah French (formerly Stokes) has been visited for going out in her marriage ; after a time of deliberation thereon, this meeting appoints Hannah French, Elizabeth Grinsdale and Martha Dudlej' to visit her, and report their sense respecting her to next meeting. 5" — 3d mo. 1784. The Friends appointed to visit Sabillah French report that they have had an opportunity with her, and that she appeared in some degree of tendernefs, but did not desire Friends forebearance ; after a time of deliberate consideration the meeting to refer her case to the care of the Mens-meeting. 414 GENEALOGY OF THE [Men's Meeting] At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham y^ 5'" of 3'''^ Mo. 1784. The Women friends inform that they have treated with Sabilla French (formerly Stokes) for outgoing in marriage and consummating the same before an hireling Minister that she appeared tender but did not incline to make the necessary satisfaction therefor ; which being considered Jonas Cattell and Jno. Roberts are appointed to inform her that the Meeting has come to a Judgement to disown her, prepare a Minute accordingly & pro- duce it to next Meeting. 9«h 4th jj^p 1784 The Friends appointed reported that they have deliv- ered the INIeetings Message to Sabilla French (late Stokes) and now pro- duced an Essay of a Minute disowning her which being read is approved and the Cl'k signed the same ; John Hunt and Sam'l Allinson are appointed to visit, give her a Copy and acquaint her with her right of appeal. At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham y^ 7'" of y" 5"" Mo. 1784. One of the Friends appointed to give Sabilla French a copy of the disown- ment against her reported that they have not comply'd therewith for the above reason, (occasioned by reason of the other friends being indisposed). They are also continued to the service. At a Monthly-meeting held at Evesham the 11'" of the 6'" M". 1784 The friends appointed reported that they have given Sabilla French a Copy of the Disownment against her according to appointment and she said she should not appeal. WILL OF CHARLES FRENCH [143], 1833 Let this be recorded, that I Charles French of Moorestown in the Town- ship of Chester, County of Burlington & State of New Jersey ; being of sound mind & disposing memory ; Blefsed be the Most High for all his mercies extended to me ; but knowing the uncertainty of time here : Do make & ordain this my last Will & Testament, in manner & form follow- ing, viz. Imprimis. I direct my herein after named executors, to pay all my just debts & funeral expences out of my personal estate as early after my decease as convenient. Item. I give & devise unto my dear & well beloved wife Sabilla French, all that part of the plantation & tract of land whereon I dwell situate in Moorestown aforesaid now in my occupancy, together with all & sin- gular, the buildings & improvements of what kind or nature soever, thereon o > w H !^ Q K W o c| o o w w 02 H O 5? O d H 00 O DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 415 erected & made, for & during her natural life. I do further give & bequeath to m}' beloved wife aforesaid all my household goods & kitchen furniture, together with so much of the farming utensils, & stock as she may choose, including the Carriage, two of the best horses & harnefs : — Also the sum of four hundred dollars, payable quarterly out of the interests & rents of my estate. — Provided she accept the above in lieu of her full right of Dower. Item. It is my will that my four daughters, namely Ann Hollinshead, Elizabeth French, Sabilla French & Sarah French should have homes & live with their mother as they heretofore have done in my life time ; also after her death, during the space of one year, to enjoy all the privileges of said premises, household goods stock &c, thereon, including the Car- riage, horses & harnefs, by allowing a reasonable compensation therefor. And provided they or any of them agree to take the premises, as a part of their share of my estate ; they & my executors shall nominate men to value it accordingly — in which case I give & devise the same, with all & singular of its appurtenances, to such of them my said daughters so agreeing, & their heirs & afsigns, forever. Item. It is my Will & I hereby authorize and impower my executors to make sales, at such times & in such manner as may appear to them best, of all my real estate whatsoever & wheresoever situated in the State of New- Jersey, with all & singular of their appurtenances, for the best prices they can obtain for the same, & that they make & execute good & sufficient titles therefor ; — excepting neverthelefs, a limit of the time on the premises whereon I now dwell ; — the sales of which if not taken at valuation by my daughters as aforesaid, to be suspended till the expiration of the privileges herein before reserved. Item. I give & devise to my daughter Atlantic Page, my house & lot, in second street between Tammany & Green St. Philadelphia (3** door below Green) to her my said daughter & to her heirs; — which premises & their appurtenances, I value at six thousand dollars & to be considered as so much of her dividend of my estate. Item. I give & devise to my two Grand-children Sabilla & Mary Ann French, my house & lot in Seventh Street, between Green & Coats St. Phila- delphia, equally, share & share alike, to them & their heirs — which prem- ises & their appurtenances, I value at two thousand five hundred dollars, to be considered as part of their share of my estate Item. I give & bequeath to each of my daughters, Elizabeth French, Sabilla French, & Sarah French as much of my personal eifects, as each of their sisters Ann Hollinshead & Atlantic Page received at her outfit. Item. I give & bequeath to my daughter Ann Hollinshead; — to the chil- dren & the legal representatives of the deceased (if any) of my son Joseph French, (viz.) Sabilla, Mary Ann, Deborah, Elizabeth & Sarah French; — to my daughters Atlantic Page, Elizabeth French, Sabilla French & Sarah 416 GENEALOGY OF THE French, all the residue & remainder of the proceeds & valuations of my estate, in equal division, share & share alike (my herein named Grand children to take one share) which bequest I do give to my said children «S:c. their heirs & assigns for their benefit & advantage forever. — Excepting out of the share to my aforementioned grand-children the sum of two thousand five hundred dollars, and on the account of Sabilla & Mary Ann French, — and out of the share to my daughter Atlantic Page the sum of six thousand dollars as aforesaid, & all the above recited shares subject to the annuity of my wife. Item. I appoint my daughter Elizabeth French & my nephew Joseph Stokes, to have the charge of that share of my estate which may fall to my son Joseph French's children ; to be kept at interest in Bank Stock or otherwise ; — the income of which so far as necefsary, to be expended in their education, & as they respectively attain the age of twenty one years, the full share to be paid over to them ; but in case of intermarriage, previous thereto, one half to be paid & no more & the remaining half at the age aforesaid ; allowing the valuation of my house & lot in Seventh St. taken out of the share of my estate set off, for the children of my son Joseph dec** from & out of the shares of Sabilla and Mary Ann French, to whom it is given. Lastly. — I nominate, constitute & appoint my daughter Elizabeth French executrix, my Brother-in-law Joseph Matlack & my nephew Hugh F. Hol- linshead. Executors of this my Testament & last Will. — In witnefs whereof, I have hereunto set my hand & seal this ninth — day of the fourth month (April) in the year of our Lord eighteen hundred & thirty three, 1833. "7^^^^^ c>4^.z^ ll fign'd, seal'd, publish'd & declar'd by the said Charles French to be his testament & last will, in the presence of us — Henry Warrington Joseph Hooton William Hooton SI > a > H :^ O a o O o o !2! DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 417 State of New Jersey Burlington County fs ; William Hooton one of the Witnefses to the fore- going Will alledging himself to be conscientiously scrupulous of taking an oath and being duly Affirmed according to Law on his solemn Affirma- tion did declare and say that he saw Charles French the Testator therein named sign and seal the same, and heard him publish pronounce and declare the foregoing Writing to be his last Will and Testament and that at the doing thereof the said Testator was of sound and disposing mind and memory, as far as this Affirmant knows and as he verily believes ; — and that Henry Warrington and Joseph Hooton the other subscribing Evidences were present at the same time, and signed their names as Witnefses to the said Will, together with this Affirmant, in the presence of the said Testator. — Affirmed at Mount Holly the 23" day of May A D — 1834 — before me- Charles Kinsey Surrogate. William Hooton State of New Jersey Burlington County f s ; Elizabeth P'rench Executrix and Joseph Matlack and Hugh F. Hollinshead Executors in the within Testament named sever- ally alledging themselves to be conscientiously scrupulous of taking an oath and being duly Affirmed according to Law on their solemn Affirmations sev- erally did declare and say that the Within Instrument contains the true last Will and Testament of Charles French the Testator therein named so far as they know and as they verily believe, that they will well and truly perform the same by paying first the debts of the said deceased and then the Legacies in the said Testament Specified, so far as the goods chattels and credits of the said deceased can thereunto extend ; and that they will make and exhibit into the prerogative office at Trenton a true and perfect Inventory of all and Singular the goods, chattels and credits of the said deceased, that have or shall come to their knowledge or pofsefsion, or to the pofsefsion of any other person or persons for their use, and render a just and true account, when thereunto lawfully required. — Affirmed at Mount Holly the 23'' day of May A D — 1834 before me Charles Kinsey Surrogate Elizabeth French Tose])h Matlack Hugh F. HoUingshead. 27 418 GENEALOGY OF THE INVENTORY OF ESTATE OF CHARLES FRENCH, 1834 A true and perfect Inventory of all and Singular the goods and chatties rights and credits moneys and effects of Charles French late of the Town- ship of Chester County of Burlington Deceased made by us whose names are hereunto Subscribed this twenty second day of the fifth Month Anno Domini 1834 — Silver watch & wearing ajiparel 60.00 Cash on hand silver 186.56 ^ gold 50 ll843.56 Bank notes 1607 J household goods & kitchen furniture 1010.50 Ceder bords plank Joice &c 94.00 waggons plows and other farming utinseals 297.50 horses horned cattle hogs &c 342.25 light waggons gig and Sundry harnefs 135.00 rye oats and corn 185.50 old iron & chains &c 6.50 Sundrys on the farm at Charles Becks 41.50 bonds and notes drawing interest together with bank .Stock &c. . . . 12623.67 Stock on the farm on the ferry road 27.00 $16666.98 Appraised by us whose names are hereunto Subscribed the day and year above written Jo^ Hugg William Hooton. .State of New Jersey, Burlington County SS. William Hooton one of the Appraisers of the above Inventory alledging himself to be conscientiously scrupulous of taking an oath and being duly affirmed, according to Law, did declare and say, that the goods, chattels and credits in the above Inventory set down and specified, were by him appraised according to their just and true respective rates and values after the best of his judgment and understanding and that Jo^ Hugg, the other appraiser, whose name is thereto subscribed was present at the same time, and consented in all things to the doing thereof, and that they appraised all things that were brought to their view for appraisement Affirmed the 23'' day of May ) ,tt.,,. . ^ ,„,, , , ' ^ \ Wilham Hooton A D. 1834, before me j Charles Kinsey Surrogate. N C o DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 419 State of New Jersey Burlington County, SS. Elizabeth French Executrix and Joseph Matlack and Hugh F. Hollinshead Executors of the last Will and Testament of Charles French in the within Inventory named, deceased, severally alledging themselves to be conscientiously scrupulous of taking an oath, and being severally duly affirmed according to law, did severally declare and say, that the within writing contains a true and perfect Inventory of all and singular the goods, chattels and credits of the said deceased, as far as have come to their knowledge or pofsefsion, or to the pofsefsion of any other person or persons for their use. — Affirmed, the 23^ day of May A D. 1834 be- fore me Charles Kinsey Surrogate JOHN GILL John Gill, the fourth of the name in this country, was the great grand- son of the pioneer who came to Haddonfield, N. J., or the wilderness site thereof, in 1 706, as the business agent of Elizabeth Haddon, afterwards Elizabeth Estaugh. He was born on the homestead plantation, still re- maining in the family and now known as " Gillford." He followed farm- ing, being also a devotee of healthful rural sports, until the death of his father, in 1839, when he removed to Haddonfield. Shortly after, having married Elizabeth French, of Moorestown, he built the present mansion, the third on the same site, on the old King's Highway, or Main Street. The shrubbery of this notable place is more than one hundred years old and the twenty acres of beautiful lawn adjoining have not been ploughed for fully one hundred and twenty-five years. This ground was part of the historic Indian field, or cleared space occupied by the natives when the white man first came to that section. 420 GENEALOGY OF THE During his lifetime John Gill took an active interest in public affairs, serving as an efficient legislator. In 1842 he was elected president of the State Bank, Camden, reelected when it became a national bank, in 1865, and held this responsible post for over forty years, or until his death, in 1884. Under his wise, yet liberal, management this bank became one of the leading financial institutions of the state. He was always the sympa- thetic friend of the small borrower, especially the farmer of limited means, who needed assistance until his crops could be made available. Mr. Gill also took an active interest in public affairs. During the session of 1832 he represented Gloucester County in the lower house of the legislature, and in 1848 was chosen Senator from Camden County. He had lively personal recollections of the last Indians in New Jersey, in his boyhood days, and while a legislator cheerfully voted for the generous appropriation in behalf of the remnant of former tribes, whose ancient fishing and hunt- ing rights in that state were thus redeemed, at their earnest request. SUMMARY OF WILL OF ELIZABETH (FRENCH) GILL, 1853 Dated Haddonfield Dec 8, 1853 Proved Camden May 27, 1854 One fifth of Estate to Sister, Sabilla French " " " " " " Sarah French " " " " " be divided between four nieces, daughters of brother Joseph, namely, Sabilla S. Mary Anne, Deborah H and Elizabeth French. Income of one fifth part of Estate to Sister Atlantic Page, wife of Gilbert Page, during his and her life. Should she survive her husband, she then to receive said full share of estate. One fifth part of estate to be divided between nephews Charles F. Hollingshead and H. H. Hollingshead. Wearing apparel to sisters, silverware to nieces and grand nieces, stating, as feme covert (i. e., not having absolute right of disposal) " nothing doubting that my said husband (John Gill) will gladly and faithfully carry into effect my wishes thereunto." " My beloved husband John Gill to have and take all my furniture as it now stands ; also fifteen silver desert spoons and six large spoons and the income of my stock in the Commercial Bank and the residue of my maiden property not herein before devised. But in case of my said hus- band's marriage, I give the above named silver to my three nieces, Sabilla S., Mary Ann and Deborah H. French; also my Commercial Bank Stock. And in case of (his) marriage or death, my husbands two daughters. o W S! O c a o c1 OB H (^ Hi O K O o o >^ Hi p DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 421 Rebecca M. Willits and Anna S. Gill, to have and take my dinner and tea sets, Anna to have her choice. And after the decease of my husband, I give all the residue of my furniture, and all other of my maiden property which I wish my said husband to have during his natural life, at his decease, to my abov^ named legatees, with bank stock, bonds & notes." John Gill, Executor. INVENTORY OF ESTATE OF ELIZABETH F. GILL, 1854 A true and perfect inventory of and singular the goods and chattels rights and credits of Elizabeth F. Gill, late of Haddonfield in the county of Camden and State of New Jersey, deceased, made by John Gill, Executor, and Samuel Nicholson and John K. Roberts, two disinterested freeholders, this twenty fourth day of May, A. D. 1854. Purse and Apparel $ 493.00 Household Goods 1,295.87 34 shares stock in Western Bank 2,312.00 24 shares stock in Farmers & Mechanics Bank 1,680.00 18 shares stock in Commercial Bank 1,080.00 Bonds and Notes esteemed good 7,199.85 $14,060.72 Samuel Nicholson ] X , T^ x^ 1 I appraisers John K. Roberts j ' ^ John Gill, Executor. Affirmed May 27, 1854 Mark Ware, Surrogate. SOFA BELONGING TO CHARLES FRENCH, 3rD, [143] 422 GENEALOGY OF THE NEW JERSEY IN THE WAR OF 1812 For many years prior to the second conflict with England the people of the United States suffered vastly more from injustice, insolent disregard of their rights and down- right persecution, than ever the colonies endured. American commerce had almost been destroyed. Nearly a thousand vessels had been unlawfully seized and a multitude of seamen impressed into the British service. The situation was exasperating; still, recognizing its apparent helplessness, especially on the sea, the nation was averse to war. It was earnestly hoped that the wrongs committed would cease. Sectional and commercial agitation resulted in serious division of public sentiment. When, June 18th, 1812, the lower house of Congress declared war, this was most impressively shown. Out of 128 members present and voting, 79 supported the resolution and 49 opposed it. A change of 16 votes would have defeated the war measures, since almost universally regarded by statesmen and historians as a grave and lamentable mistake, full of peril. The votes of Massachusetts, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Delaware, showed 27 for war and 34 against ; 4 out of 6 from New Jersey being recorded for peace. The Philadelphia " Gazette," the leading Federalist paper of the country, printed a fourteen column article signed by many influential citizens, bitterly denouncing the war, while its news columns were filled with reports of public indigna- tion meetings held in almost every state. In New England town bells were tolled, shops closed and business suspended. Three governors refused to heed the call of the Federal government for militia. Volunteer enlistments were slow, only about one tenth the number asked for promptly responding. Two widely different elements comprised a large and influential peace party, one actuated by humanitarian principles, in which Friends were conspicuous ; the other manufacturers, merchants and shipping men, apprehensive of disastrous losses. On the 4th of July, 1812, a convention of the friends of peace in New Jersey, com- posed of leading and influential citizens from every part of the state, assembled at Trenton. Charles French, 3rd [143], headed the delegation from Gloucester county and Edward French [121] was a representative from Burlington county, and, later, he was a member of the district Congressional Convention at Salem. The Trenton convention issued a patriotic, wise and most impressive address, declaring for the maintenance of honorable peace and urging negotiation to that end. It was suggested that delegates should be elected to a convention to meet at the same place August 11th, to nominate Presidential Electors and candidates for Congress ; it was also urged that peace party candidates for the legislature and county offices should be selected in the counties. The nominating convention met at Trenton, August 11th, and adjourned until Septem- ber 15th. Thirteen counties were represented by twenty-five delegates, nominations were made for Electors and Congressmen, and another stirring address issued and widely circulated. On the opposite page is given in facsimile, copy of a hand bill of those exciting days advertising the movement in Gloucester county, in which Franklin Davenport, Charles French, 3rd, Samuel Clement, Isaac Kay, John Gill and many other prominent citizens were actively interested. The influence of Friends in this worthy effort to promote peace and the public welfare was everywhere recognized. DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 423 WOODBURY, NEW JERSEY. PURSUANT 10 Public Notice given, a numerous meeting of tlie PEOPLE of the County of Gloucester, .Friends of Peace and the blessings lo be derived from a Governnienl administeitd on the principles and according to the example of the illus. trious WASHINGTON, met at the Court-House, the 1st of August, 1812, for the purpose of selecting suitable persons, who. at this tiuly alarming situation of our com- moD xoiiotrv, will make us« of all constitlitional means to obtain a repeal of the act of Congress declaring W'rtr, promote a se'alement of ::H differences uit[i Oreat*Rritain» u|)on honorable ternts, and by these means shield us from all the horrors of national, distresses, and the more dreaded miseries of civil dissension and saciifices^/'rGnjt7(«. Davenpori, acted as Chairman, and IVm. Watson, Secielaiy. After some impressive observations, made on the occasion by J. B. Caldwell, James Sloan, R. L Armstrong. Dr, Hopkins, and others, the Meeting proceeded to the .ip- poiiitment of a Committee from the several Townships of the County, to report a TICKET for the above important service, and for Sheriff and Coroners, lobe voted for at the ensuing Election — when the f Peter Steelman. Benjamin Scull, Daniel Carrell, Wm, Watsoa Galloway, ) The Committee, after a short space of time, reported the following Ticket tor the consideration of the meeting : Coimn/— JAMES HOPKINS. Assembly— li A. \C PINE, JOS. C. SWETT. DANIEL CARRELL. SAfriJ— JOSEPH V. CLARK. vCorowr.— JOS. M. BISPHAM, JOS. JAMES, JOHN ESTELL Whereupon it was unanimously resolved. That this meeting do fully approve of the above Ticket, that they will support the same by every constitutional mean in ihrir power, and they do recommend to those people of the county of-Gloucesler dis- ■posed to think and act with them at this trying crisis of our public calamities, to ap- point committees in their several townships, lo aid in the great and good work. The Committee also report, that should any thing occur, by which the above per- eons, or either of them, cannot be voted for at the ensuing election, the following per- sons be put on nomination to supply any deficiency: Oolincil, M. C. Fiiher — Assem- bly, Charles French, J. B. Caldwell, Wm. Watson — Sheriff, John Baxter— CoroDer»r Daniel Baker, Wm. Cooper, James Bi>,";:n. The meeting proceeded to the appointment of " two delegates, to meet other dele*. gates, on Tuesday the 1 1th of August, inst. at 2 o'clock, P. M. at Trenton, for the ptl»' pose of agreeing on fit persons to be nominated as Electors of President and \' ice-yreii. dent of the United Slates, and as Members of Congress for this slate — whereupon Franklin Davenport and James B. Caldwell were chosen — and In case of their atuence, Joshua L. Howell, Joseph V. Clark or Matthew Gill.jun. be requested to supply their or either of their places. Ordered that 300 copies of the foregoing proceedings bt printed in handbills, for the use of the county, and that the same be published in the newspapers of this and our neigbouring stales, favourable to the peace, happiness and protection of the Amer- ican people. I'UANKLIN UAFEA-fOJi f, Chairman. Wm Watson, Secrelaiy 424 GENEALOGY OF THE 144— ELEANOR FRENCH (Thomas, 1; Charles, 8; Charles, 42). b. March 19th, 1756, in \\'aterford Township, Gloucester Co., N. J. d. 7th mo., 1850. m. First, 11th mo. 23rd, 1775, Hugh Hollings- head, son of Hugh Hollingshead. He d. 1786. m. Second, Joseph Matlack. 376— AGNES HOLLINGSHEAD b. 8th mo. 6th, 1776. m. William Page, M.D. 377— ANN HOLLINGSHEAD b. 2nd mo. 2nd, 1779. m. April 4th, 17%, Isaac Wilkins [339]. 378— ABIGAIL HOLLINGSHEAD b. 6th mo. 28th, 1781. m. November 31st, 1802, William Stockton, son of William and Mary Stockton. 379— HOPE HOLLINGSHEAD b. 11th mo. 29th, 1783. m. 4th mo. 23rd, 1807, D. Bassett. 380— HUGH FRENCH HOLLINGSHEAD b. 6th mo. 18th, 1786. m. Martha Mickle. 381— CHARLES FRENCH MATLACK, M.D. m. Sarah Ann Maule. MEETING RECORDS Evesham Monthly Meeting Minutes : At a monthly meeting held at Evesham y" 5'" of y"" 10'" mo. 1775. Hugh Hollingshead son of Hugh Hollingshead Dec'd & Ellioner French daughter of Charles French appeared & Declared their intentions of mar- riage with Each other Therefore Joshua Roberts and John Lippincott are appointed to make y* usual Enquiery & report to next meeting, parents being present consented. DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 425 At a monthl}- meeting held at Evesham y'' Q"' of y"^ 11'" mo. 1775. Hugh Hollinshead & EUioner French appeared & signified the continuation of their intentions of marriage with Each other the Friends appointed to made Enquiery reporting nothing to obstruct their proceeding Therefore they are at Liberty to Consumate their said Intentions according to good order & Joshua & Enoch Roberts are appointed to be present & see that good order be kept & report to next meeting. At a monthly meeting held at Evesham ye 7th of ye 12th mo. 1775. The Friends appointed to attend ye marriage of Hugh HoUingshead & Elioner French reported that it was orderly accomplished. Minutes of Evesham Monthly Meeting of Women Friends : 5 — 10 mo. 1775. Hugh HoUingshead and Elioner French appeared and declared their intentions of marriage with each other. Therefore Rebeckah Roberts and Esther Hunt are appointed to make y"^ necessary enquiry concerning her. 9 — 11 mo. 1775. Hugh HoUingshead and EUioner French appeared and signified ye continuation of their intentions of marriage with each other, and having ye return of enquirers clear therefore they are at liberty to consumate their said intentions according to good order. 7 — 12 mo. 1775. The friends appointed to attend ye marriage of Hugh HoUingshead and Elioner French reported that it was orderly accomplished. Hugh HoUingshead died intestate in 1786, and his estate was administered by his wife and Jacob HoUingshead. Inventory of personal estate taken April 6, 1786, showed a valuation of £623 4s. 7d. The following interesting list of articles is quoted from the inventor}' : A Silver Watch & Buckles A " Ferry " Flat A Dusk, a case of Drawers A Cloc in the Parler Sundry articles in Parler Bowfat (buffet) 1 dozen Silver Spoons Chaney in Bowfat time of bound boy Jeremiah Durell time of ditto John Wills Tho Hollinshead ^ Mofes Wills \ •^Pl^'"*- SIGNATURE OF ADMINISTRATRI.X 426 GENEALOGY OF THE 145— HOPE FRENCH (Thomas, 1; Charles, 8; Charles, 42). b. November 5th, 1763, in Waterford Township, Gloucester Co., N. J. d. 8th mo. 19th, 1834. m. 1st mo., 1780, William Black, 3rd, son of William and Mary (Gibbs) Black. He b. 2nd mo. 20th, 1759. d. 10th mo. 7th, 1839. 382— ANN BLACK b. 8th mo. 12th, 1780. m. 6th mo. 12th, 1816, John Bishop. 383— CHARLES FRENCH BLACK b. 1st mo. 20th, 1783. d. 4th mo. 9th, 1787. 384— SAMUEL BLACK b. 10th mo. 22nd, 1786. m. 10th mo. 17th, 1816, Charlotte Biddle. 385— NATHAN WRIGHT BLACK b. 10th mo. 21st, 1790. m. 1st mo. 31st, 1828, Sarah Ellis. 386— REBECCA WRIGHT BLACK b. 8th mo. 23rd, 1792. m. 12th mo. 17th. 1818, Moses Wills, Jr. 387— WILLIAM BLACK, 4TH b. 4th mo. 12th, 1795. m. First, 4th mo. 12th, 1820, Ann Taylor Newbold. m. Second, Mary (Newbold) Adams. 388— CHARLES BLACK b. 3rd mo. 8th, 1799. m. Mary Vail. 389— GEORGE BLACK b. 1st mo. 15th, 1802. m. 9th mo. 22nd, 1838, Hannah M. Atkinson. 390— MARY BLACK b. 8th mo. 18th, 1805. d. 7th mo. 26th, 1812. DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 427 ANCESTRY OF WILLIAM BLACK, 3RD Prominent among the early settlers of West Jersey were William Black and wife Alice (Taylor), who came from England in the Flie-boat " Martha." which sailed from Hull late in the smnmer of 1677. He had signed the "Concessions and Agreements" in 1676, and upon settling at Burlington, took up a large quantity of land in Mansfield, Springfield and Chesterfield townships, much of which still remains in possession of members of the family. He was a zealous Friend, highly esteemed and respected, and held several offices of trust under colonial govermiient. He died in 1702, leaving wife, Alice, four sons, Thomas, W^illiam, John, Samuel, and daughter, Mary. Alice (Taylor) Black died 1709. John Black, son of William and Alice (Taylor) Black, m. 10th mo. 4th, 1706, Sarah Rockhill : Chesterfield Mo. Meeting records. He died in Spring- field township in 1 744, intestate, leaving a considerable amount of property, and his estate was administered by Thomas Black of same place. William Black, son of John and Sarah (Rockhill) Black, m. 1740, Christine Page, and had children, Ezra, b. 1740 ; Achsah, b. 1742 ; Ann, b. 1743 ; John, b. 1745; Edward, b. 1746; Joseph, b. 1748. In August, 1754, William m. second, Mary Gibbs, daughter of Isaac and Mary (Shreve) Gibbs. Their children were Ann, b. 1755; Mary, b. 1757; William, b. 1759. William Black died Jany., 1760; and by will dated Dec. 31, 1759, proved Jany. 30, 1760, bequeathed to his son Edward 100 acres of land in Chesterfield, Bur- lington Co. ; to Ezra, the home plantation in Chesterfield, with instructions to care for his grandmother; to John and William, lands and plantation in Mansfield, Burlington Co., to be equally divided between them when they arrived at the age of 21 ; to daughter Achsah, £200, one-half when 18, other half when 21 ; to daughter Ann, £100, to be paid by son Ezra, one-half when she was 18, other half when 21 ; to wife Mary, £200, etc., to bring up younger children. Mary (Gibbs) Black married, second, Samuel Burroughs, and died in 1807, at the age of 81. The descendants of William Black the pioneer have been men of strong character, who have made deep impressions upon the annals of their time. In the "Pennsylvania Chronicle" Jan., 1768, an interesting article appeared from a correspondent in Mansfield, Burlington Co., from which we quote: An early settler in this neighbourhood, acquired a large estate — he had five farms or plantations, and as many sons; and for each son, he intended one of the places, and his mind in that respect was well known in his 428 GENEALOGY OF THE family; he however neglected to get his will reduced into writing, and died without one, so that as the English laws, in regard to descents, take place in this province, the whole landed estate, became the property of the eldest son. This he knew, but tho' he had then a family of children of his own, he, without hesitation or delay, ordered deeds to be drawn, and cheerfully executed them ; to convey to each brother the plantation designed for him by their common father. The name of this just man was William Black, and as he has been deceased several years, its hoped that the men- tioning of it, can give no offence to any body, nay, rather may it not be called a tribute due to such virtue, and the more necessary as his private way of living prevented him from being much known, and his religious profession from directing an}' marble monument to be erected to his memory. MEETING RECORDS Evesham Monthly Meeting Minutes : At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham ye 9'" of ye 12'" Mo. 1779— William Black son of William Black Dec'd. & Hope French Daughter of Charles French appeared & Declared their Intentions of Marriage with Each other y^ Young Man residing within y*' Compass of Haddonfield Monthly Meeting was acquainted that a Certificate from thence would be expected at their next appearance. Parents being present consented. At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham the 6"" of y'' 1" M"- 1780 William Black & Hope French appeared and signified the continuation of their Intentions of Marriage with each other & he produced a Certificate from the Monthly Meeting at Haddonfield to the satisfaction of this, therefore they are at liberty to consumate their said Intentions according to good order & John Hunt & John Roberts are appointed to be present & see that good order be kept & report to next Meeting At a Monthly Meeting held at Evesham the 10'" of the 2"^ Mo. 1780. The friends appointed to attend the Marriage of William Black & Hope French reported that it was orderly' accomplished as usual. Minutes of Evesham Monthly Meeting of Women Friends: 9" — 12 mo. 1779. William Black and Hope French appeared and declared their intentions of marriage with each other. Parents present consenting. 6" — 1 mo. 1780. Wm. Black and Hope French appeared y® second time and signified their intentions of marriage, and he produced a certificate from Haddonfield monthly meeting to y" satisfaction of this and having return of imiuirers clear they are left at liberty to consumate their said intentions. 10" — 2 mo. 1780. The Friends appointed to attend y* marriage of Wm. Black and Hope French report it was orderly accomplished. DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 429 SUMMARY OF WILL OF \VILLL\M BLACK, 3RD, 1S34 William Black — Mansfield Township, Burlington Co. N. J. " being favoured with sound mind and memory- " Date 11 Mo. (Xov) IS"" 1S34. Proved Oct 7—1839. Children Sam' Black 3 Lots of Meadow Land — as follows. N° 1 purchased of Sam' Vaughn & wife by deed dated 7 Mo. 2* 1803 recorded in Book N. 501 &c at M* Holly. N" 2 purchased of John L. Hancock & wife July 18—1818 recorded in Book H^ 338 &c in Clerks office Mt. Holly. 3** bought of Ex''^ of Jacob Keelor dec'd recorded in Clerk's Office in Mt. Holly. All described in deeds. — Nathan Wright Black $5000. in addition to what I have advanced him heretofore William Black Jr. $3000, above what he has had heretofore. Charles Black — 3 lots purchased of Marj^ Stevens deed dated Sept 27—1834 recorded Book B' 423 at Mt. Holly, also 4 other lots which I purchased — Lot 1. of Joshua S. Earl Esq*" at Sheriff's Sale he being then Sheriff of Burlington Co. by deed dated March 30—1825 Lot 2. purchased of Jonathan Scattergood & wife — July 5, 1833— Book H' 216 at Mt. Holly. Lot 3 — purchased of Benj Shreve & wife April 11 — 1791 Lot 4 (wood lot) purchased of Sam' Fenimore George Black — House & lot I purchased of Dr. John Brognard, in the village of Columbus, & buildings thereon, also $1500. Ann Bishop wife of John Bishop $2000. Rebecca Wills $3000. & my eight day clock. Housekeeper — Mary Craft $40. Grand-daughters Mary Black Charlotte Black Abigail Ann Black Emeline " Rebecca " Elizabeth " arj is p ^ jaughters of John Bishop $100 each Rebecca ) Mary T. Black dau. of son W" Black Jr $100 Grandson W" Black, son of Nathan W. Black $100. Children of son Samuel Black $100 each when 18 430 GENEALOGY OF THE Executors vfCC^^^^^C^ Sons ' Son-in-law »^^,^/fe^ Witnesses Israel Nixon Aaron B. Rainier Chas. Mickle INVENTORY OF ESTATE OF WILLIAM BLACK, 1839 A true and perfect Inventory of all and Singular the goods, chattels, rights and credits of William Black, late of the township of Mansfield in the county of Burlington and State of New Jersey, deceased made the 16'" day of October, 1839. Purse Dolls. 4.80 Wills & Black's Note of hand & Interest 484. Thomas Starkey's do " do 68.85 John Emley's do " do 57.90 Dearbon waggon & harnfs 30. House hold good's & kitchen furniture 181. Amount Dolls. 826.55 Thomas Starkey William E. Boulton Affirmed to Oct ''17—1839 Appraised by us ANCIENT FAMILY PIECE DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 431 147_CHARLES FRENCH (Thomas, 1; Charles, 8; Uriah, 43). m. 4th mo. 7th, 1773, Rebecca Taylor, daughter of Jacob and Abigail Taylor, of Chesterfield Township, Burlington Co., N. J. d. 4th mo. 8th, 1809, in Philadelphia. 391— ELIZABETH FRENCH b. 2nd mo. 15th, 1780. d. 9th mo. 15th, 1793. 392— ANN FRENCH b. 1st mo. 15th, 1782. d. 10th mo. 15th, 1793. 393— CHARLES CREIGHTON FRENCH b. 9th mo. 20th, 1784. m. 12th mo. 5th, 1809, Mercy (Gilpin) Chap- man. 394_JAMES FRENCH b. 5th mo., 1787. d. 10th mo. 15th, 1793. CHARLES FRENCH Charles French [147] and Samuel Crawford were old-style Philadelphia grocery merchants, their place of business being at 43 North Water Street, on the south side of " Old Ferry Alley," which was the first alleyway below Arch Street, and adjoining the store of Elliston & Perot. They also oc- cupied the wharf, which was the second from Arch Street, next to the ferry slip. Their business was quite extensive, including large imports from the East Indies. For a time they had a branch store on Race Street, near Front. Charles French was thus engaged for over twenty-five years and having acquired a competency he retired, living near Third and Arch Streets. During the yellow fever epidemic of 1793 he lost three of his four children, two dying the same day. When the only surviving child and son, Charles Creighton French, attained his majority, in 1805, he engaged in the same line of business in which his father had been successful, locating his store at 48 North Front Street. Charles French took into his employ, and into his home, a bright boy named Joseph Harrison, who later married the daughter of Mr. Craw- 432 GENEALOGY OF THE ford. Their son, Joseph Harrison, Jr., made a large fortune by building railroads in Russia. His widow, who died in 1906, left a choice collec- tion of valuable paintings to the Philadelphia Academy of Fine Arts. MEETING RECORDS Philadelphia Monthly Meeting Minutes : At a Monthly Meeting of Friends of Philadelphia held in our Meeting house in Fourth Street the 26"" day of the Second Month 1773. The Meeting was informed that Charles French who ferved his apprentice- ship with John Parish in this city, and has been an attender of our Meetings for worship, and is of a sober conduct, but not having brought a Certificate on his coming among us, has been in doubt respecting his right of member- ship on that account, and being about to enter into an Engagement of marriage with a young woman who is a member of Chesterfield Monthly Meeting, is desirous his case may be taken under consideration, and if the Meeting thinks proper, that he may have a Certificate to enable him to accomplish his intentions agreeably to the good order of our Discipline : John Pemberton and William Wilson are desired to take an opportunity of further conversing with him and to make such further Enquiry con- cerning him, as may appear necefsary and if no objection appears to pre- pare a Certificate suitable to the occasion, for the consideration of the Meeting next Month. At a Monthly Meeting of Friends of Philadelphia held in our Meeting house on Fourth Street the 26'" of Third Month 1773. Certificate prepared for Charles French to Chesterfield Monthly Meeting. Minutes of Chesterfield Monthly Meeting of Women Friends : 4*'' of S"* mo. 1773. Charles French and Rebecca Taylor laid their pro- posal of marriage the first time before this meeting, two friends are appointed to make enquiry of the young womans clearness of others & report. 1" of 4" mo. 1773 Charles French and Rebecca Taylor appeared the second time, he declared they containued their intentions of marriage, and he producing a certificate from Philadelphia Monthly Meeting two friends are appointed to attend the marriage & make report. 6" of 6" mo. 1773 The Friends appointed to attend the marriage of Chas. French and Rebecca Taylor report they saw nothing but what was orderly. DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 433 MARRIAGE CERTIFICATE Whereas Charles French of y* City of Philadelphia Son of Uriah French Late of Haddonfield in the County of Glofter Dec'd, And Rebeckah Taylor Daughter of Jacob Taylor of Chesterfield in y" County of Burlington Weftern devision of y* Province of New Jersey Haveing declared their Intentions of Marriage with Each other before Severial Monthly Meetings of y^ People call'd Quakers at Chesterfield aforesaid According to y® Good order used Amongst them Whose Proceedings there in — After a deliberate Consideration thereof and haveing Consent of parents and Relations con- cern* nothing appearing to obstruct were approved of By said Meeting. Now these are to Certify all whome it May Concern that for y* full accom- plishing their said Intentions, this Seventh day of y* fourth Month One Thoufand Seven hundred and Seventy Three The said Charles French and Rebeckah Taylor appeared in a Publick Meeting of the s* People and others, at there publick Meeting house in Bordentown, in the County of Burlington, afores"* And the said Charles French takeing the s* Rebeckah Taylor by the Hand, did in a Solemn Manner Openly Declare that he took her to be his Wife promising by Divine Afsistance to be unto her a faithfuU and Loveing Husband, untill death Seperates them. And then and there in the said Afsembly the Said Rebeckah Taylor did in Like Manner declare that She took the Said Charles French to be her Husband promising by Divine Afsistance to be unto him a faithful! and Loveing Wife Untill Death Should Seperate them. And moreover the Said Charles French & Rebeckah Taylor she according to y^ Custom of Marriage Afsume- ing the name of her Husband, as a further Confirmation Thereof, did then and there to these Presents set there hands And we whose names are heare Under Subscribed being prefent at the Solemnisation of y* s** Marriage & Subscription in Manner befores** as Witnefses thereunto have also to these prefents Set our hands the day and year above written Charles French Rebeckah French Joanna Brooks Bershaba Smith Isaac Wright Hope Kay Joseph Borden Jun"" W" Ivins Tho' Watson Jo' Duer Mary Wright Fretwell Wright Lydia Taylor Henry Budd James Laurie Achsah Quicksall Ann Curtis Mary Brown Elisabeth Watson Ann Brooks Elisabeth Taylor Jonathan Wright Ann Allison Mary Crighton Amos Taylor Ruth Allifon Ann Ivins Margret Corman Jacob Taylor Abigail Taylor Mary Crighton Samuel French Lewis Taylor Mary Thay Mary French Charles Taylor Mary Watson Rebeckah Potts Amy Watson 2a 434 GENEALOGY OF THE Philadelphia Monthly Meeting Minutes : At a Monthly Meeting of Friends of Philadelphia held in our Meeting house on Fourth Street the 26"' day of Seventh Month 1776. It is agreed to acquaint our next Monthly Meeting that Charles French has been treated with feveral Months since for afsociating to learn warlike exercises, and tho' he declined the practice for a Considerable time, and gave expectation that he would not again engage therein, j'et it appears he has not kept his resolution, — William Savery and David Bacon are appointed to administer such further admonition & advice as his deviation requires. At a Monthly Meeting of Friends of Philadelphia held the 27"" day of the 9'" Month— 1776. Charles French of this city. Bricklayer, who was educated and made pro- fession with us, hath in this time of outward Commotion so far deviated from our Christ" peaceable principles as to engage with others in learning the art of Wars, for w*^'' he had been treated with in brotherly love, but as he doth not appear convinced of our religious principles herein, we testify he hath disunited himself from fellowship w"* us, until he becomes con- vinced of his deviation & makes such acknowledgment as the nature of his case require, w''*' we desire he may be enabled to do through the afsistance of Divine Grace. SUMMARY OF WILL OF CHARLES FRENCH, 1804 Charles French city of Phil" (Merchant) sick & weak in Body. Date— 11 Mo 3" 1804 Proved— April 12—1809. Wife — Rebekah in lieu of her Dower one full equal ^2 part of my monies. Goods, chattels, outstanding Debts Rights Credits & effects what- soever & wheresoever generally 1 full equall J/4 part of all & sin- gular my Estate Real & personal & mixed whatsoever & where- soever as her absolute property & for the proper use of her & her heirs & Assigns forever — Son — Charles C. French One full equal half part of my monies Goods Chattels outstanding debts, Rights Credits and Eft'ects whatsover and wheresoever generally. One like full equal half part of all my Estate Real, personal «S; mixed whatsoever & wheresoever to him his heirs & Assigns forever. If he die under age without issue my wife Rebekah French to enjoy that portion intended for Son Charles during her natural life. o 00 B n O o K Z O rH ts td o <^ O s 5 Q « ffi >» s W n f * s o" cc ■< >:5 ^ P »w c* s •o 2! O »1 *T« » i^ DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 435 Nieces — Marj- French ] Hope French j (daughters of my Bro : Samuel French) at death of my wife to receive % of what was to have been my Son Charles C. French's, to be equally divided, but if either die under age without issue, her share to go to survivor. Legatees John Taylor ) Charles French Taylor j Children of my wife's Bro : Enoch Taylor dec'd — Va of what was intended for my Son Charles C. French to be equally divided, & if either of them die under age & without issue, his share to go to survivor. Exrs — Wife — Rebekah French Son — Charles C. French Witnesses — Sam : Smith William Ashby P. Thomson INVENTORY OF ESTATE OF CHARLES FRENCH, 1809 Inventory of an Appraisement of the Effects of the Estate of Charles French late of the City of PhiF Deceased — Cash in Bank of Penna 3928.04 Cash lent Dunn & French 1600. Cash lent Jacob Clements 600. Interest due from Jacob Clements 98.39 " due from Hannah Clements 50. Cash lent John Porter 20. Schuylkill Bridge Shares 37. Rachel Miller's Note of Hand ■ 90. Mathias Baili's " Do 37.56 Bond & Judgment against Nathaniel Donald 451.18 4000 p"" nankeens 3760. 1 Case India Sewing Silk 610. Dunn & French's Note of hand 1000. Plate 200. Furniture 611. $13093.17 I 436 GENEALOGY OF THE 148— SAMUEL FRENCH (Thomas, 1; Charles, 8; Uriah, 43). m. First, November 11th, 1775, Mary Wayne. m. Second, Elizabeth . He d. 1812. She d. 1813. 395— MARY FRENCH 396— HOPE FRENCH m. Webster. Samuel French, son of Uriah French [43], and later stepson of Hugh Creighton, was deeply imbued with the patriotic spirit of Revolutionary days. As a young man he enlisted in the Gloucester County militia, and it is evident that he saw active service. New Jersey State records show that on May 1st, 1784, he was awarded certificate No. 517 for the depreciation of his pay as a Continental soldier during the war, amounting to £3. 3s. 9d. In " Votes and Proceedings of the General Assembly of the State of New Jersey, 1776-1780," is the note, "July 16, 1776, Cash paid Samuel French for a coffin for a Prifoner £1 10 0." Samuel French was a long time resident of Newton town- ship, Gloucester county, N. J. Dying intestate, in 1812, his estate was administered by his second wife, Elizabeth, the inventory of the personal estate showing a total of $285.00. Elizabeth French died about a year later, leaving an estate which amounted to $296.00. INVENTORY OF ESTATE OF SAMUEL FRENCH, 1812 Inventory of goods and chattels rights and credits of Samuel French late of township of Newton. Made February 28, 1812 Wearing Apparel 20 Bed & Bedding in East Room up stairs 18 Case of Drawers 10 Bed Clothing 30 Up Stairs and Trunk 2 Bed & Bedding in Front Room up stairs 25 One pine Chest do 2 One Bed in West Room up stairs 10 An unfinished desk 6 Two small pieces of Worsted & Wool 6 Carpenter Tools 5 Lot of lumber 5 One Mahogany Table in Parlor 12 Walnut Breakfast Table 3 DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 437 Y2 Dozen Chairs 6 Looking glass 6 Andirons, shovel & tongs 5 Tea tackling, queensware & pewter 12 One ten plate stove in kitchen 16 Kitchen furniture 16 Spinning wheel 2 Tubs & sundry articles in cellar 8 Axes, hoes, forks and sundries 6 Two Cows 36 Four sheep 12 Wood saw 1 Cash 5.90 $285.90 Jacob Glover } ( Apprs. James Hurley Elizabeth French Administratrix of Samuel French dec"*, being duly affirmed saith that the within writing contains a true and perfect Inventory of all and singular the goods Chatties and Credits of the said deceased as far as have come to her knowledge or pofsefsion or to the pofsefsion of any other person or persons for her use Aff"*. 9th day of March 1812 Before me Jas. Matlach Surr. Uuyaii^^l^^r^fic/i, 149— ELEAZER FENTON (Thomas, 1; John, 9; Rachel, 47). b. 1723. d. November 10th, 1789. m. November 7th, 1753, Elizabeth Atkinson, daughter of John and Hannah (Shinn) Atkin- son ; ceremony performed by Rev. Colin Camp- bell, Rector of St. Mary's P. E. Church, Bur- lington, N. J. She b. 2nd mo. 1st, 1731. 397— SAMUEL FENTON b. 1755. d. February 27th, 1814. 438 GENEALOGY OF THE 398— HANNAH FENTON b. March 30th, 1761. d. March 6th, 1805. m. November 6th, 1777, Jacob Shinn, Jr. 399— ELEAZER FENTON, JR. b. June 8th, 1762. d. March 28th, 1816. m. November 11th, 1788, Elizabeth Clark, daughter of Thomas and Deborah ( Denny) Clark. She b. August 13th, 1769. d. February 23rd, 1824. 153— THOMAS BUZBY, JR. (Thomas, 1 ; Mary, 11 ; Thomas Huzby, 50), b. 2nd mo. 4th, 1739. m. 1765, Tabitha Hugg. She b. 1st mo. 18th, 1745. d. 1st mo. 16th, 1784. 400— JOHN BUZBY b. 8th mo. 24th, 1766. 401— THOMAS BUZBY, 3RD b. 12th mo. 25th, 1768. d. 9th mo., 1816. m. 11th mo. 16th, 1788, Hannah Haines, widow of Ephraim Haines. She d. 1815. 402— WILLIAM BUZBY b. 11th mo. 25th, 1773. d. 3rd mo. 8lh, 1798. 403— ISAAC BUZBY b. 4th mo. 24th, 1775. 404— BENJAMIN BUZBY b. 8th mo. 17th, 1778. 405— HANNAH BUZBY b. 4th mo. 10th, 1781. DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 439 DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS BUZBY, 3RD Thomas and Hannah (Haines) Buzby [401] had sons, Thomas, Benjamin and Isaac, and daughter Hannah. Hannah Buzby, daughter of Thomas and Hannah (Haines) Buzby, married June 6th, 1799, Miles Foster; Edward French [121] Justice of the Peace, performing ceremony. Concerning this marriage, Burlington Monthly Meeting Minutes, 4th mo. 7th, 1800, state " Hannah Foster, late Buzby, had her birthright amongst us, the People called Quakers, for want of attending to the dictates of Truth in her own mind, has deviated from the good order amongst us by accomplishing her marriage contrary thereto with one not in membership . . . for which conduct she has been treated with, but not being disposed to condemn the same, we disown the said Hannah Foster from being a member of our Religious Society until she manifests a desire by a suitable acknowledgment to be reconciled to Friends." Hannah Foster, daughter of Miles and Hannah (Buzby) Foster, married Joseph Banes. He died in Santa Lucia, Cuba, 1842. Josephine Banes, daughter of Joseph and Hannah (Foster) Banes, was born in Matanzas, Cuba; died July 31st, 1862, in Phila- delphia; married September 23rd, 1851, James Harwood Closson ; Rev. Charles Brown, Logan Square Presbyterian Church, Philadelphia, performing ceremony. James Har- wood Closson, born September 23rd, 1826, son of John Closson [b. Oct. 14th, 1797] and wife Mary Libhart Loucks [b. Sept. 15th, 1799; d. Mar. 16th, 1879, in Phila.], was Cap- tain in the 91st Regiment of Penna. Vol. during the Civil War, and was killed in action at Hatchers Run, Va., November 22nd, 1864. James Harwood Closson, Jr., M.D., son of Capt. James Harwood and Josephine (Banes) Closson, born November 27th, 1861, married October 22, 1891, in Second Presbyterian Church, Germantown, Mary Eldredge Bell, daughter of Samuel Wilson Bell, president of the Farmers' & Mechanics' Bank of Philadelphia, and wife Mary E. Bancroft; Rev. C. H. P. Nason performing cere- mony. The children of James Harwood Closson, Jr., M.D., and wife Mary Eldredge Bell, are: Josephine Banes Closson, born September 12th, 1893; James Harwood Closson, 3rd, born June 18th, 1896; Mary Bancroft Closson, born December 29th, 1898. James Harwood Closson, Jr., M.D., was educated in private and public schools of Philadelphia, Lafayette College, Easton, Pa., and Hahnemann Medical College, Phila- delphia, from which he graduated in 1886. He served for a year as resident physician at the Childrens Homeopathic Hospital, Philadelphia, and in 1887 entered into partner- ship with Dr. John Malin, a leading homeopathic physician of Germantown, Philadel- phia, who died two years later and to whose extensive practice Dr. Closson succeeded, at 53 West Chelton Ave., and where he has continued, becoming prominent in his pro- fession. He is a member and former president of the Philadelphia Homeopathic Society, Secretary of the Pennsylvania Homeopathic Society, member of the American Institute of Homeopathy, the Pennsylvania Historical Society, the Netherlands Society, Pennsylvania Genealogical Society, Colonial Society of Pennsylvania, Sons of the Revolution, New Jersey Society of Pennsylvania, the Union League and other organiza- tions. He is visiting physician at St. Luke's ' Hospital and much interested in the religious work of the Brotherhood of Andrew and Philip. On the paternal side Dr. Closson is a descendant of the first burgess and one of the original settlers of German- town, the author of the earliest protest against slavery, Abraham Op den Graeff. 440 GENEALOGY OF THE 154— AMOS BUZBY (Thomas, 1; Mary, 11; Thomas Buzby, 50). b. 7th mo. 20th, 1742. d. 6th mo. 10th, 1815. m. First, Patience Springer, i She d. 2nd mo. 18th, 1790. m. Second, Rebecca Matlack. 406— MARY BUZBY 407— JOSEPH BUZBY 408— NICHOLAS BUZBY 409— MARGARET BUZBY 410— HUDSON BUZBY 411— HANNAH BUZBY 412— AMOS BUZBY, JR. 413— DANIEL BUZBY b. 7th mo. 24th, 1769. m. 5th mo. 19th, 1792, at Ancocas, N. J., Robert Middleton, son of Amos and Eliza- beth Middleton, of Upper Freehold Town- ship, Monmouth Co., N. J. b. 1st mo. 14th, 1771. m. 4th mo. 16th, 1794, Beulah Woolman. b. 11th mo. 16th, 1773. m. 1798, Hannah Heaton. b. 10th mo. 26th, 1774. m. 11th mo. Sth, 1800, Samuel Hilliard, Jr. b. 2nd mo. 1st, 1777. m. 11th mo. 12th, 1800, Rachel Woolman. b. 1st mo. Sth, 1779. m. Uth mo. 13th, 1799, at Ancocas, N. J., Richard Heaton, son of John and Rachel Heaton of Willingborough Township, Burlington Co., N. J. b. 3rd mo. 14th, 1781. d. 9th mo. 6th, 1851. b. 2nd mo. 10th, 1783. d. 10th mo. 26th, 1785. Children of Amos and Rebecca (Matlack) Buzby. 414_jOHN BUZBY 41S_\VILL1AM BUZBY b. 11th mo. Sth, 1794. d. Sth mo. 12th, 1826. b. 9th mo. 22nd, 1796. d. 7th mo. Sth, 1822. DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 441 416— GEORGE BUZBY 417— JOSEPH BUZBY 418— ROBERT C. BUZBY b. 12th mo. 3rd. 1798. m. Esther . b. 12th mo. 14th, 1800. m. Elizabeth . 156— WILLIAM BUZBY, JR. (Thomas, 1 ; Mary, 11 ; William Buzby, 53). b. 10th mo. 23rcl, 1751. d. 12th mo. 28th, 1814. m. 6th mo. 9th, 1773, Susannah Deacon. She b. 4th mo. 17th, 1749. d. 5th mo. 22nd, 1835. 419— BEULAH BUZBY 420— PHINEAS BUZBY 421— WILLIAM BUZBY, 3RD 422— JONATHAN BUZBY 423— MARY W. BUZBY 424— JOSEPH BUZBY 425— ELIZABETH BUZBY 426— MARTHA BUZBY 427— ABEL BUZBY b. 1st mo. 16th, 1774. b. 10th mo. 3rd, 1775. d. 11th mo. 5th, 1776. b. 10th mo. 8th, 1777. m. 1st mo., 1804, Ann Lippincott. b. 11th mo. 16th, 1779. b. 10th mo. 28th, 1783. m. 5th mo. 13th, 1824, Jeremiah Bunting, son of William and Margaret Bunting, of Middletown Township, Bucks County, Pa. b. 8th mo. 8th, 1787. m. 1813, Mary Haines. b. 10th mo. 30th, 1789. m. 11th mo. 17th, 1808, John Gummere. b. 11th mo. 25th, 1792. m. Dubre Knight. b. 7th mo. 19th, 1795. m. 5th mo. 14th, 1834, Rachel W. Buzby [868], daughter of Nicholas and Hannah (Heaton) Buzby. 442 GENEALOGY OF THE 157— ELIZABETH BUZBY (Thomas, 1; Mary, 11; William Buzby, 53). m. 5th mo. 13th, 1767, Samuel Haines, Jr., son of Samuel and Lydia (Stokes) Haines, of North- ampton Township, Burlington Co., N. J. 428— WILLIAM HAINES 429— MARY HAINES 430— AARON HAINES 431— ABEL HAINES 432— JOSEPH HAINES 433— ELIZABETH HAINES 434— SAMUEL HAINES, 3RD b. 4th mo. 1 7th, 1768. m. Mary Eayre. b. 11th mo. 15th, 1770. m. 7th mo. 15th, 1789, Jacob Hollingshead. b. 3rd mo. 25th, 1773. m. October 29th, 1795, Martha Stokes [452], daughter of Jarves and Elizabeth (Rogers) Stokes. b. 9th mo. 30th, 1775. m. October 30th, 1800, Elizabeth Stokes [457], daughter of Jarves and Elizabeth (Rogers) Stokes. b. 4th mo. 1st, 1778. d. 1793. b. 7th mo. 15th, 17S0. d. unmarried. b. 12th mo. 13th, 1783. m. Susannah Chapman. Samuel Haines, Jr., married second, 10th mo. 15th, 1788, Mary Stevenson, daughter of Cornell Stevenson. Their children were : Lydia Haixes Robert Haixes Sarah Haines Ezra Haines Hannah Haines b. 7th mo. 31st, 1789. b. 1st mo. 2nd, 1791. m. Edith Rogers. b. 11th mo. 31st, 1792. d. 7th mo. 17th, 1795. b. 9th mo. 26th, 1795. m. First, Lucy Bishop, m. Second, Phoebe Pierce. b. 1798. m. Joseph R. Bishop. DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 443 165— MARY STOKES (Ihomas. 1 ; Rachel. 4; Mary Allen. 18; Hannah Stockdell, 72). b. 8th mo. 15th, 1745. d. 10th mo. 13th. 1829. m. Isaac Newton. 435— JOHN NEWTON m. Rachel Sharp. 436— SAMUEL NEWTON d. unmarried. 437— MARY NEWTON 438— HANNAH NEWTON m. Samuel Garwood, son of Israel Garwood. d. unmarried. 166— JOHN STOKES, 3RD (Thomas, 1; Rachel, 4; Mary Allen, 18; Hannah Stockdell, 72), b. 6th mo. 22 nd, 1747. m. Susannah Newton. 439— WILLIAM STOKES m. Eleanor Long. 440— MARY STOKES m. Thomas Lester. 441— HANNAH STOKES m. Joshua Paul. 442— ELIZABETH .STOKES m. David Roberts. 443— RACHEL STOKES m. Timothy Smith. 444_jOHN STOKES d. unmarried. 445— SUSAN STOKES m. James Bryan. 446— SAMUEL STOKES, M.D. m. Susan Meyers. 447_STOCKDELL STOKES m. Eliza Eastburn. 444 GENEALOGY OF THE 167— DAVID STOKES (Thomas, 1; Rachel, 4; Mary Allen, 18; Hannah Stockdell, 72). b. 11th mo. 12th, 1751. d. 9th mo. 27th, 1830. m. 4th mo. 15th, 1784, Ann Lancaster, daughter of John and Elizabeth (Barlow) Lancaster, of Richland, Pa. She b. 1759. d. 9th mo. 25th, 1835. 448— ISRAEL STOKES 449— JOHN L. STOKES 450— CHARLES STOKES 451— DAVID STOKES b. 11th mo. 7th, 1785. m. Sarah Borton, daughter of Joshua and Elizabeth N. (Woolman) Borton. b. 2nd mo. 24th, 1788. d. 9th mo., 1822. m. Rachel Burr, daughter of Caleb and Martha Burr. b. 8th mo. 12th, 1791. d. 2nd mo. 27th, 1882. m. Tacy Jarrett, daughter of William and Ann (Lukens) Jarrett. b. 2nd mo. 25th, 1794. d. 1st mo. 22nd, 1817, unmarried. CHARLES STOKES [450] For more than half a century Charles Stokes, of Rancocas, was one of the best known and most useful citizens of Burlington county. A great-great- grandson of Thomas Stokes, the progenitor of the family in West Jersey, he inherited in marked degree the qualities of a vigorous ancestry. Farm life and school teaching occupied his early years, after which he pursued survey- ing, conveyancing and management of real estate as his calling, with the performance of responsible public duties. He was a member of the General Assembly in 1831 and of the Legislative Council in 1836-37. In 1836 he was appointed by Governor Vroom Master in Chancery, " as a token of long DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 445 and appreciative friendship, which shall be as long as life." In 1844 he served efficiently as a member of the convention to revise the state con- stitution. He surveyed the Camden & Amboy railroad from the Rancocas River to Burlington. He also laid out Beverly, Delanco, Edgewater and other towns. He was long time surveyor of Willingborough township, mak- ing, from books of original surveys, the map of that section, showing pioneer locations, herewith reproduced. He was long noted for his zealous and consistent advocacy of the temperance cause. He was also firm in his devo- tion to peace principles and signed vigorous protests against the wars of 1812, 1848 and 1860. As an earnest minded Friend he was known through- out the country, having sat in Philadelphia Yearly Meeting as a representa- tive from Burlington Quarterly, for sixty-five years, a record unequaled in the Society. He enjoyed remarkable health until within a short time of his death, in 1882, at the advanced age of 90 years. As the genealogical record shows, David Stokes [167], father of Charles Stokes [450], was a son of Hannah Stockdell, great granddaughter of Thomas ffrench, progenitor. 168— JARVES STOKES (Thomas, 1; Rachel, 4; Mary Allen, 18; Hannah Stockdell, 72). b. nth mo. 10th, 1753. d. 12th mo. 14th, 1804. m. November 27th, 1773, Elizabeth Rogers, daughter of William and Martha (Esturgans) Rogers. 452— -MARTHA STOKES b. 6th mo. 26th, 1774. m. October 29th, 1795, Aaron Haines [430], son of Samuel and Elizabeth (Buzby) Haines. 453— HANNAH STOKES b. 8th mo. nth, 1775. m. 2nd mo. 11th, 1795, at Ancocas, N. J., Granville Woolman, son of Asher and Rachel (Norcross) Woolman, of North- ampton Township, Burlington Co., N. J. He b. 1st mo. 1st, 1774. 446 GENEALOGY OF THE 454— JOHN STOKES 455— WILLIAM STOKES 456— JARVES STOKES, JR. 457— ELIZABETH STOKES b. 4th mo. 11th, 1777. m. 1798, Elizabeth Woolman, daughter of Asher and Rachel (Engle) Woolman. b. 1st mo. 14th, 1779. d. 8th mo. 17th, 1838. m. 4th mo. 8th, 1798, Hannah Hatcher, of Burlington County, N. J. She b. 8th mo. 11th, 1775. d. 4th mo. 18th, 1858. b. 11th mo. 5th, 1780. m. Abigail Woolman, daughter of Asher and Rachel (Engle) Woolman. b. 5th mo. 29th, 1782. m. October 30th, 1800, Abel Haines [431], son of Samuel and Elizabeth (Buzby) Haines. 458— EDITH STOKES 459— JOSEPH STOKES 460— MARY STOKES 461— ESTHER STOKES. 462— STOCKDELL STOKES 463— SAMUEL STOKES 464— MORDECAI STOKES b. 2nd mo. 22nd, 1784. d. in infancy. b. 2nd mo. 26th, 1787. d. 8th mo. 23rd, 1851. m. 1812, Harriet Stockton, daughter of Richard and Sarah Stockton. She d. 2nd mo. 17th, 1874. b. nth mo. 18th, 1788. d. 1875, unmarried. b. 1st mo. 22nd, 1791. m. Joseph Butterworth, son of John M. and Rachel (Eayre) Butterworth. b. 10th mo. 12th, 1792. m. Wilhelmina Metzgar. b. 8th mo. 13th, 1794. d. 10th mo. 11th, 1860. m. Amy Middleton. She d. 10th mo. 13th. 1874. b. 3rd mo. 6th, 1796. d. in infancy. DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 447 465— SARAH STOKES b. 2nd mo. 24th, 1798. d. 6th mo. 23rd, 1851. m. 8th mo. 4th, 1825, Uriah Haines, son of George and Edith (Woolman) Haines. He b. 2nd mo. 10th, 1800. d. 3rd mo. 13th, 1874. 466— MORDECAI STOKES, 2ND b. 3rd mo. 22nd, 1800. d. 8th mo. 29th, 1835. m. Sarah Thompson. 169— HANNAH STOKES (Thomas, 1; Rachel, 4; Mary Allen, 18; Hannah Stockdell, 72). b. 10th mo. 12th, 1756. d. 6th mo. 16th, 1790. m. First, 4th mo. 9th, 1794. at Ancocas. N. J., Jacob Haines, son of Samuel and Lydia (Stokes) Haines, of Chester Township, Bur- lington Co., N. J. m. Second, George Browning. 467— HANNAH HAINES m. Benjamin R. Morgan [472], son of Isaac and Sarah (Ridgway) Morgan. 468— STOKES HAINES m. 12th mo. 17th, 1818, Lockey Ann French [555], daughter of Joseph and Elizabeth (Zane) French. 171— RACHEL STOKES (Thomas, 1; Rachel, 4; Mary Allen, 18-; Hannah Stockdell, 72). b. 2nd mo. 2nd, 1765. m. 10th mo. 12th, 1785, Joseph Hackney, Jr., son of Joseph Hackney, of Chester Township, Bur- lington Co., N. J. 469— JOSEPH HACKNEY, 3RD. 470— JOHN HACKNEY « 448 GENEALOGY OF THE 181— SARAH RIDGWAY (Thomas, 1; Rachel, 4; Rebecca Sharp, 21; Mary Coate, 89). b. 6th mo. 17th, 1764. m. 12th mo. 21st, 1785, Isaac Morgan, son of Joseph and Mary (Stokes) Morgan. 471— MARY MORGAN m. Joel Middleton. 472— BENJAMIN R. MORGAN m. Hannah Haines [467], daughter of Jacob and Hannah (Stokes) Haines. 473— HANNAH MORGAN m. Eli Stokes. 474— ISAAC MORGAN 475— GRIFFITH MORGAN m. Elizabeth Roberts. 476— JOSEPH MORGAN m. Mary Burrough. 477— JUDITH MORGAN m. First, Arthur Roberts. m. Second, Thomas Stiles. RICHARD RIDGWAY AND DESCENDANTS None of the early settlers of Pennsylvania and New Jersey was more successful and Influential than Richard Ridgway. Descended from notable English ancestry, he arrived at Burlington in September, 1679. With a number of his fellow homeseekers he crossed the Delaware, purchased land and founded a settlement known for many years thereafter as Crewcorne, and which was the site of the present town of Morrisville, Bucks Co., Pa. As elsewhere noted, these pioneers in the wilderness were early beset with a special annoyance and peril, in consequence of the sale of liquor to the Indians. A petition addressed to Governor Andros, of New York, April ye 12th, 1680, by the inhabitants of ■Crewcorne, quaintly describes existing conditions : " To ye Worthy Governor of New Yorke. " Whereas, wee ye Inhabitants of ye new Seated Towne near ye falls of Dellaware (called Crewcorne) findeing ourselves aggrieved by ye Indians when drunk, informeth, that wee be and have been in great danger of our Lives, of our houses burning, of our goods stealing and of our Wives and Children affrighting, Insomuch that wee are afeard to go about our Lawful affairs, least when we come home we finde ym and our concerns damnified. These things considered, wee doe humbly & jointly desire that ye selling of brandy and strong liquors to ye Indians may be wholly suppressed, when if done wee hope wee shall live peaceably. Willi. Biles, Rich. Ridgway, Samuel fTeild, John Akarman, Robt. Lucas, Robt. Scholey, Tho. Scholey, Darius brinson, William Cooper, George Browne." DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS FRENCH 449 Richard Ridgway prospered at Crewcorne, but he was a man of large views and purposes. He bought additional tracts of desirable land in Pennsylvania, and in the fall of 1690 bought, of Gov. Daniel Co.\e, of West Jersey, 600 acres in the upper part of Burlington County, near Stony Brook, along the East Jersey line, locating there with his family for a time. Later he sold this property, and in the spring of 1697 pur- chased of John Hollinshead 600 acres at Mattacopeny, Burlington Co. A few months later he bought of Jane Ogburn 90 acres in the same section, transferring this property, with 100 acres additional, to his son Thomas, two years thereafter. Still other land pur- chases and sales by Richard Ridgway are recorded about 1700. He also became a land owner in East Jersey and for a time resided at the ancient settlement of Piscataway, now in the upper part of Middlesex County, one of his grantee's being the original Richard Stockton, father of his second wife, Abigail Stockton, and founder of the Stockton family in New Jersey. He returned to Burlington County and settled finally in Spring- field township, where he became active in public affairs, serving as one of the county judges at different periods between 1700 and 1720. He died in 1722, leaving an estate of considerable size. His will, dated September 21, 1722, proved April 5, 1723, appointed wife Abigail executrix, with sons Thomas and Job and son-in-law Henry Clothier as assistants. Inventory showed personal property to the value of £207 Us. His widow survived him about three years. Her will was proved December 19, 1726; inventory of personal estate amounted to £141 15s. Richard Ridgway was twice married, first to Elizabeth Chamberlayne, of Wiltshire, England, with whom he came to America. She died at Crewcorne, March 31, 1692. He married second, February 1, 1693/4, Abigail Stockton. By his first marriage he had seven children, viz., Thomas, Richard, Elizabeth, William, Sarah, Josiah and Joseph. There were seven children also by the second marriage, namely. Job, Mary, Jane, Abigail, John, Joseph and Sarah. Four children died in infancy — William, both Sarahs, and the first Joseph. The eldest son, Thomas, born in England in 1677, died 1724/5, in early life located in the Egg Harbor section and became the progenitor of a large branch of the family. Richard Ridgway, Jr., born at Crewcorne 1680, died 1718/9, located in Springfield township, Burlington County, and his descendants, likewise those of his brothers and sisters, have been numerous and prosperous. Sarah (Ridgway) Morgan [181], daughter of Joseph Ridgway of Springfield town- ship, was a great, great granddaughter of Thomas ffrench and Richard Ridgway, progenitors. WALNUT DRESSING TABLE, I70O 29 INDEX I. NAMES OF PERSONS II. NAMES OF PLACES III. NAMES OF CHURCHES IV. FRIENDS' MEETINGS V. MARRIAGE CERTIFICATES VI. HISTORICAL EVENTS INDEX OF NAMES OF PERSONS. PAGE Abbott, Anne 98 John 97, 98, 112, 210 Timothy 216 AcKLEV, Elizabeth ( Breintnall) [ 78] , 201, 203 AcREMAN, Phillip 267 Adams, Elizabeth 142, 176 Esther 117, 187, 373 Hannah 174 James 97, 117, 122, 373 John 85, 125, 142, 176 Mary (Newbold) 426 Susannah 141 Thomas 118 Thomas 371 Akarman, John 448 Albertson, Hannah 191 Jacob 283 Josiah 273 Alcock, Hannah 46 Alcott, William 165 Alin, Mathew 85 Rachel [4] 85 Allcott, William 164, 167 Aixen, Anthony 186 Caleb 117 Elizabeth 118 Elizabeth 118 Enoch 186 Enoch 342, 343 Gabriel 231 George 117 Grace (Jones) 83, 185 PAGE Allex^ Grace 186 Hanna 118 Hannah 118 Hannah (Collins) 185 Jedidiah 118 John [64] 185 Joseph 186 Joseph 394, 395, 397 Judah 116, 125 Judith (Stokes) 185 Lydia (French) [113] 231 Margery 83 Martha (Stokes) 185 Mary 64, 116, 117 Mary [18] 83, 198 Mary 116 Mary (Butcher) 185 Mathew, 64, 79, 80, 83, 84, 85, 86, 88, 89, 117, 120, 121, 123, 152, 153. Mathew, Jr. [16] 83, 85, 185, 373 Mathew, 3rd [63] 185, 186, 269 Mathew 186 Mercy [17] 83, 186. 187, 194 Rachel (French) [4] 76, 83, 88, 89 Robert 83 Thomas [19] 83, 89, 191 William 46 William [64a] 185 Allin, Marsy [17] 85, 187 Mary [18] 85 Matthew 85, 185 Thomas [19] 85 452 INDEX 453 PAGE Allinson, Samuel.. 219, 237, 239, 283, 414 Allison, Ann 433 Richard 104 Ruth 433 William 364 Alured, J 281 Anderson, Ephraim (Lieut.) .311, 323, 325 John Ib7, 354 Andre, John (Major) 310, 323, 325 Andrews, Anne 213 Hannah 197 Isaac 236, 256, 283 Jacob 213 Patience (Lippincott) 197 Pheby 197 Samuel 112 Andros, Governor 204, 448 Anne, Queen of England. 26, 124. 155, 157 Archer, Amos 283 Mary (Small) [164] 287, 288 Thomas 287, 288 Areson, Dirick 223 Sarah 223 Armstrong, Isaac 240 R. L 423 Arnold, Benedict (Gen.) 310, 323, 325 David 65 Lydia (French) [13] 65 AsHBY, William 435 Atkins, Jane 64, 65 Atkinson, Anna (Coate) [82] 203 Caleb 369 Elizabeth 286, 437 Hannah M 426 Hannah (Shinn) 437 John 437 Samuel, 118, 132, 133, 134, 135, 136, 197, 203, 260. Austin, Nicholus 144 Ayres, Priscilla (Hugg) 192 Bacon, David 433 Bailey, John 283 PAGE Baili, Mathias 435 Baker, Daniel 423 Ball, Anna 330 Ballinger, E 291 Henry 129, 130 Joshua 404 Levi 368, 369 Thomas 128, 129 Bancroft, George 22 Mary E 439 Banes, Hannah (Foster) 439 Joseph 439 Josephine 439 Banks, Quartermaster 312 Bankson, Peter 371 Barclay, Robert (Gov.) 26 Bard, Peter 103, 106, 162 Barker, Robert 54 Samuel 160 B.A.RKSTEAD, Jo 281 B.A.RNES, John 146 Basnett, Richard 72, 76, 104 Bass, J 124 Bassett, D 424 Hope (Hollingshead) [379] 424 Bate, Harry 271 Thomas 271 Bates, Ann 348 Elizabeth 385 Batten, James 423 Baxter, John 423 Bay.^rd, Colonel 318 Beck, Ann [242] 313, 315, 316, 326 Charles 418 Elizabeth H 384 Henry [241] 313, 326 Joseph 222, 313, 315, 316, 326 Joseph, Jr. [240] 313, 326 Rebecca (Gibbs) 326 Sarah (Shreve) Scattergood [108], 222, 313, 317, 326 Sarah 301 Bedford, John (Rev.) 65 454 INDEX PAGE Bell, Mary E 439 Mary E. ( Bancroft) 439 Samuel W 439 William 49 Bendler, Sophia 234, 337, 338 Benezet, Anthony 202 Bennett, John, Jr 317 Benneville, Daniel (M.D.) 334 Benson, John 423 Berkley, Lord 25, 26, 27 Besse, Joseph 43, 44. 46, 47 Betteris, Richard 46 BiDDLE, Charlotte 426 Hester 46 William 72, 105, 224 Biles, William 448 Bill, John 54 Bird, Captain 315 Bishop, Ann (Black) [382] 426, 429 Hannah (Haines) 442 John 426, 429 Joseph R 442 Joshua 159 Lucy 442 Mary [824] 429 Rebecca W. [826] 429 Thomas 165, 167 William 167 BisPHAM, Atlantic 411 Hannah 382 John, Jr 382 Joseph M 423 Joshua, 133, 134, 244, 245, 250, 267, 411. Mary ( Lawrence) 411 Ruth 257 Black, Abigail A. [830] 429 Achsah 427 Alice (Taylor) 427 Ann [382] 426 Ann T. (Newbold) 426 Ann 427 Charles F. [383] 426 page Black, Charles [388] 426, 429 Charlotte (Biddle) 426 Charlotte [829] 429 Christine ( Page) 427 Edward 213 Edward 427 Elizabeth [833] 429 Emeline |S31] 429 Ezra 427 George [389] 426, 429, 430 Hannah M. (Atkinson) 426 Hope (French) [145], 268. 277, 426, 428 John 210, 225, 427 John 298. 427 Joseph 427 Mary (Gibbs) 213, 426, 427 Mary [390] 426 Mary (Newbold) Adams 426 Mary (Vail) 426 Mary 427 Mary [827] 429 Mary T. [847] 429 Mr 316 Nathan W. [385] 408, 426, 429 Rebecca W. [386] 406, 426 Rebecca W. [832] 429 Samuel 207, 213, 305, 427 Samuel [384] 408, 426, 429. 430 Sarah (Ellis) 426 Sarah (Rockhill) 427 Thomas 213, 230, 427 William 207, 426. 427, 428 William, 3rd, 268, 278, 408. 426, 427, 428, 429, 430. William 427 William [387] 426, 429 William [835] 429 Blackwell, Robert (Rev.) 380, 410 Blackwood, Ann (Wills) Clement [363], 406, 408 John (M.D.) 283, 406 S 219, 262, 263, 264 Ri.agraue, Daniel 281 INDEX 455 PAGE Blair, James C 308 Mary 308 Rebecca (Shreve)Moorehead [232], 308 Blakiston, John 281 Blanchard, Jane 201 Bland, Robert 228 Boggs, Alexander 314 Bolton, Edward 144 Everard 147 Bonnet, John 316 BoNViLLE, Samuel 220 Boone, Jeremiah 294 Rebecca (Ridgway) [192] 294 Borden, Franses 118 Francis 217 Jane 118 Jonathan 289 Joseph 99, 211, 221 Joseph, Jr 433 Safety 206 Borough, Wm 370 Borradail, Arthur 197 BoRTEN, John 67 BoRTON, Abraham 288 Elizabeth N. (Woolman) 444 Hannah 160 Isaac 364, 365 Jacob 340, 346, 347, 348, 368, 370 Jemima (French) [283] 340, 345 John 50 John 365, 368 Joshua 444 Obadiah 256 Sarah 444 William 160 BoUD, Thomas 213 BouLTON, William E 430 BOURCHIER, Jo 281 BouRTON, John 67 BowNE, Rachel 213 Brackney, Joseph 371 Braddock, Barzillai 364 Bradford, Andrew 157 William 157 PAGE Bradshaw, Henry 352 Bradshawe, Jo 281 Brady, Henry Austin 37 Brearley, Captain 312 Breintnall, David 201 David 201, 202 Elizabeth [78] 201 Hannah (Sharp) [20], 83, 201, 202, 203 Hannah [81] 201 Jane (Blanchard) 201 John 83, 201, 202 Letitia [SO] 201 Martha [79] 201 Mary 201 Rachel [76] 201 Rebecca [77] 201 Susannah (Shoemaker) 201 Brewer, Edmund 423 Brl\n, Thomas 96, 111 Brick, Abigail (French) [139], 268, 277, 380 to 383. Abigail [346] 276, 380, 382 Ann [345] 276, 380, 382 Ann (Nicholson) 380 John 380 John (Judge) 380, 381 John, 3rd 268, 380 to 383 John, 4th [342] 380, 382 Joseph 380 Mary (Inskeep) 380 Mercy ( Hartley) 380 Samuel [343] 380, 382 Sarah [347] 276, 380, 382 William [344] 380, 382 Briextnall, John 90, 91 Briggs, Esther (Shreve) [229]... 307, 320 Hannah 307 Job 307 John 167 William 307 Brightwell, William 85 Brightwen, William 67 Brinson, Darius 448 Brintnai.e, John 90 456 INDEX PAGE Brognard, John ( M-D.) 429 Bromley, Richard 122 Brooks, Ann 433 Anne 213 Edward 213 Joanna 433 Brown, Abiah [102], 205, 208, 209, 216, 217 Abraham 96, 210, 220, 224 Abraham, Jr 210 Abraham, 347, 348, 349, 350, 355, 356, 367, 368, 409. Charles 242 Charles (Rev.) 439 Elizabeth 149 Elizabeth (Till) 205 Harriet (French) [584] 353,355 Henry 220 John 94, 169, 213, 218, 219 John, Jr 305 Margaret (Sharp) 205 Mary (French) [25], 92, 98, 107, 205 207, 210, 226 Mary [99] 205 Mary 205, 207 Mary (Sykes) . . 182, 205, 213, 214, 216 Mary 433 Preserve 205, 206, 207, 210 Preserve, Jr., 92, 98, 105, 107, 113, 181, 182, 205 to 221, 225, 227, 232. Preserve, 3rd [97] 205, 211, 215 Rebecca (Jones) 205 Richard [98], 205, 208, 213, 216, 218, 219. Sam 101 Sarah [100] 205, 213, 294 Sarah (Taylor) 205 Sarah (French) [125]... 242, 243, 251 Thomas 213 William [101], 205, 208, 216, 217, 218 219. Browne, George 448 Rachel 213 Browning, George 288, 447 PAGE Browning, Hannah (Stokes) Haines [169] 288, 447 Isaac 423 Brund.\ge, Nathaniel 283 Brunt, Mr 317 Bryan, James 443 Martha 374 Susan (Stokes) [445] 443 Thomas 102, 103, 169 Buckingham, Duke of 40 Buckley, William 207 BucKMAN, Agnes 389 Agnes ( Penquite) 389 Elizabeth 401 Elizabeth (Wilson) 389 Thomas 389 William 389 BuDD, Edith (Coate) [177] 293 Henry 433 James 269, 388 John 162, 164, 169, 173 Mahlon 293 Thomas 67, 71, 159, 335 Bull, William 156 Bullock, Abigail (Ridgway) [188].. 294 David 294 Joseph 282 Bunting, Alice 98, 214 John 96, 97, 112, 181 Jeremiah 441 Margaret 441 Mary 98 Mary W. (Buzby) 441 Phebe 210 Samuel 112 Sarah 181 .Sarah, Jr 96, 181 William 181 William 441 Burden, John 201 BuRDSALL, Jacob 177 Burnet, William (Gov.) 89, 178, 188 BuROUGHS, Samuall 12? INDEX 457 PAGE Burr, Caleb 444 Elizabeth (Wills) 406 Joseph 203 Joseph 406, 408 Martha 444 Marcy 408 Rachel (Coate) [88] 203 Rachel 444 Robert 406 BuKROUGii, Benjamin 378 Hannah (Wilkins) [335] 378 Isaac 382 Jacob 283 Mary 378 Mary (French) [725] 412 Mary 448 Phebee 235 Samuel 120, 123 Samuel 239, 378, 427 Burrows, Samuel 74 BuRSHALL, Jacob 179 Jane 179 BuRTSAL, Jacob 175 Jane (Buzby) [57] 175 BuSBEY, Edward 142, 176 Hannah (French) [7] 142, 176 John 142, 176 John, Jr 142, 176 Mary 142, 176 Mary (French) [11] 176 Mary [56] 179 Nicholas 142, 176 Richard 142. 145, 176 Sarah 142, 176 Thomas 14S Busby, Bengman [54] 178 Elizabeth [58] 179 Hannah (French) [7] 76, 77 Isaac [52] 178 John [51] 178 Margret 191 Mary (French) [11], 76, 77, 178, 179, 180. PAGE Busby, Nicholas 176 Nickles 180 Richard 141, 142, 143, 144 Sary [59] 179 Thomas [50] 179, 180. 191 William [53] 178 Bustill, Samuel, 103, 164, 172, 173, 178, 179, 180, 193, 194, 200. Butcher, John 32, 224 Mary 185 BuTTERWORTH. Anna (Ridgway) [187]. 293 Esther (Stokes) [461] 446 John 293 John M 446 Joseph 446 Rachel ( Eayre) 446 Rachel (Ridgway) [183] 293 Samuel 293 BuzBEY, John 139 Richard 144, 145 Thomas [39] 144 Buzby. Abel [427] 441 Amos [154] 286. 440 Amos, Jr. [412] 440 Ann (Lippincott) 441 Benjamin [54] 175, 177 Benjamin [404] 438 Benjamin 439 Beulah [419] 441 Beulah (Woolman) 440 Daniel [152a] 286 Daniel [413] 440 Edward 139, 141. 143 Elizabeth 139 Elizabeth [58] 175, 177 Elizabeth [157] 287,442 Elizabeth [425] 441 Elizabeth 441 Esther 441 George [416] 441 Hannah (French) [7], 64, 139, 140, 142, 144. Hannah (Adams) 174 458 INDEX PAGE BuzBY, Hannah [405] 438 Hannah (Haines) 438, 439 Hannah 439 Hannah [411] 440 Hannah (Heaton) 440, 441 Hudson [410] 49, 440 Isaac 140 Isaac [52] 174, 177 Isaac [154a] 286 Isaac [403] 438 Isaac 439 Jane [40] 139 Jane [57] 175, 177 John 139, 141, 174, 175 John [38] 139 John, Jr 139, 141 John [51] 49, 174, 177 John 49 John [400] 438 John [414] 440 Jonathan [422] 441 Joseph [155] 286 Joseph [407] 440 Joseph [417] 441 Joseph [424] 441 Lydia [55] 175, 177 Margaret (Haines) 174, 286 Margaret [409] 440 Martha 174 Martha [426] 441 Mary 139. 141, 174 Mary 139 Mary (Taylor) 141 Mary (Mason) 139 Mary (French) [11], 65, 174, 175, 176 to 180. Mary (Wills) 175, 287 Mary [56] 175, 177 Mary [406] 440 Mary W. [423] 441 Mary (Haines) 441 Nicholas.. 49, 65, 139, 174 to 178, 180 Nicholas [408] 440, 441 P.\GE BuzBY, Patience (Springer) 286, 440 Phineas [420] 441 Rachel (Woolman) 440 Rachel W. [868] 441 Rebecca [41] 139 Rebecca (Matlack) 286, 440 Richard [894] 49, 175 Richard 64, 139 to 145 Robert C. [418] 441 Sarah 139, 141 Sarah (Seary) 141 Sarah [59] 175, 177 Susannah (Adams) 141 Susannah (Deacon) 287, 441 Tabitha ( Hugg) 286, 438 Thomas [39] 139, 140 Thomas [SO] 174, 177, 196, 286 Thomas, Jr. [153] 286, 290, 438 Thomas, 3rd [401] 438, 439 Thomas 439 Thomas T. [1689] 49, 175 William 139, 140, 141, 143 William [53] 175, 177, 287 William, Jr. [156] 287, 441 William [402] 438 William [415] 440 William, 3rd [421] 441 Byllixg, Edward 126 Byu.yxge, Edward 25, 27, 37, 48 Cadwali.ader, General 335 John 141, 143, 144 Caldwell, James B 423 Campbell, Colin (Rev.) 33, 207, 437 Canby, Thomas 143, 147 Canox, Colonel 319 Carew, Jo 281 Carlile, Anne 213 Carr, Ann (French) [135]. . .254, 376, 377 Ann (Craft) 376 Caleb [327] 376 Caleb 376, 377 Hannah [326] 376 INDEX 459 PAGE Carr, Isaac [331] 376 Jeremiah [328] 376 Mary F. [330] 376 Mary (Stockton) 376 Patience 376 Robert [332] 376 Samuel 254, 376, 377 Samuel, Jr. [329] 376 Thomas [SSS"] 376 Walter 318 Carrell, Daniel 423 Carson, Hampton L 28 Cart, Samuel 147 Carter, Steven 220 Carteret, George, Sir 25, 26, 27 Cassell, Daniel 220 Cattell, Esther 358 Hannah 116, 253, 255 James 262, 263, 264, 404 Jonas 116, 253 Jonas 414 Mary (Pearce), 64, 116, 117, 118, 119. 253. Cattle, Elizabeth 360 James 378 Cawley, Will 281 Chalkley, Thomas Ill, 199 Challoner, Tho 281 Chamberlayne, Elizabeth 449 Champion, Thomas 283 Chapman, Mercy (Gilpin) 431 Susannah 442 Charles I 279, 280, 281 Charles II 16, 25, 41, 44, 45, 47, 279 Chatham, Joseph 423 Chattin, Abraham 119 Grace 119 Cheeseman, Isabella 149 Cheshire, Jonathan 298 Chevers, Sarah 47 Childs, James 269 Churchman, John 379 Joseph 49 PAGE Clark, Benjamin 98, 99 Benjamin, Jr 100 Benjamin 186 Deborah (Denny) 438 Elizabeth 438 Hannah (Middleton) [68] 186 James 186 John V 386 Joseph ^' 423 Mary 253, 374 Rebecca 386 Sarah (French) [359] 386 Thomas 438 Walter 50 William 120, 123. 128, 129, 130 Clarke, William 121, 122 Cleaver, Jane W. (Thomas) 295 Jonathan 295 Mary 295 Rebecca (Ivins) [206] 295 William 295 Clemdries, Edward 132 Clement, Ann, 148, 268, 270, 271, 279, 280 Ann (Harrison) 268, 279 Ann (Wills) [363] 406 Beulah 283 Evan (M.D.) 406 Gregory 279, 280, 281 Hannah 435 Jacob 268, 271,279 Jacob 279, 282, 283, 435 James 279, 280 Jane 279 John 241 Joseph 383 Samuel 236, 271, 382 Samuel 422,423 Cleverly, Thomas 120, 121, 123 Clifton, Hugh 1 74 Mary (Wood) [49] 174 Clinton, Henry (Sir), 303, 304, 306, 309 Closson, James H. (Capt.) 439 James H., Jr. (M.D.) 439 460 INDEX PAGE Closson, James H., 3rd 439 John 439 Josephine ( Banes) 439 Josephine B 439 Mary B 439 Mary E. (Bell) 439 Mary L. ( Loucks) 439 Clothier, Henry 449 CoATE, Ann (Pole) 203 Anna [82] 203 BarziUai [86], 203, 273, 274, 275, 293 Beulah [90] 203, 294 Edith [91] 203 Edith [177] 293 Elizabeth (Stakes) 203, 293 Hannah [87] 203 Hannah [178] 293 Israel [85] 203 Marmaduke 203 Marmaduke [83] 203 Mary [89] 203,293 Rachel [88] 203 Rebecca (Sharp) [21] 83, 203 Sarah (Matthis) 203 Sarah (Hollingshead) 293 William 83, 90, 174. 196, 203 William, Jr. [84] 203 William [179] 293 CoATES, Samuel 303 William 91 Coats, Mary 46 Cock, Mounce 130 COKLEY, Mary 222, 307 CoLDWEix, Andrew 314 Cole, William 46 CoLKET, Annah B 295 Coffin 295 Mary P. (Walker) 295 CoLLiNGS, Francis 31, 69 Collins, Benjamin 283 Francis 188 Hannah 186 Isaac 265 PAGE Collins, Job 363, 364, 365 John 237, 250, 352, 363 to 370 Priscilla 188 Samuel 186, 250 CoLLUM, William 167, 188 Combes, N 33:i CoNARROE, Isaac 86 CoNNARo, Isaac 191 CoNNARRO, Ellen 191 Connelly, Dominic 340 Mary (French) [294] 340. 345 CoNOROE, Isaac 84 Jacob 84 CoNOROW, Alinor 86 Isaac 85, 86 Jacob 86 CONROVV, Darling 371 Constable, Wm 281 Cook, Ann (Ivins) [208] 295 Arthur 50 Edward 320 Ezra 295 Cooke, William 230 Cooper, Ann 255 David 273 Hannah (Pancoast) 386 Jacob 371 Joseph 256 William 423 William 448 CoppERTHWAiTE, John 118, 298 Corbet, Miles 281 Corman, Margaret 433 Cornbury, Lord (Gov.) 26 Cornish, James 250 Cornwallis, Lord (Genl.) 323 Cowperthwaite, Hannah 345 Hugh 345 John 120, 121, 122, 123, 130 John 390 J oseph 345 Rachel 379 Rebecca 370 INDEX 461 PAGE CowpERTHWAiTE, Samucl 345 Thomas 254 William 298 Cox, Elizabeth 358 John, 197, 247, 249, 251, 252, 262, 264, 267, 277, 278. Mercy 253, 358 Mount 120, 121, 129, 130 Newberry 358 William 374, 375 CoxE, Daniel (Gov.) 449 Mount 121, 123 Cr.'^cken, Mr 314 Craft, Ann 376 Elizabeth 376 George 376 Mary 429 Crafts, James 102 Craig, Elizabeth 283 Cramer, William 167 Crawford, Henry 283 Samuel 43 1 Crawley, H. H. (Rev.) 40 Creighton, Hugh, 282, 283, 284, 285, 436 Mary (McCullock) French. 282, 283, 284, 285, 433. Mary 284, 433 Cromwell, Oliver 16, 25, 281 Crosby, Nathan 1 79 Culver, Mary A 330 Cunnard, Dennis 143 Curle, Susannah 358 CURRIE, Sarah (French) Deacon [287], 340, 345 Curtis, Ann 433 David 96, 97 Grace 222, 307 Thomas 71, 96, 97, 102 Darby, John 42 Darnal, Edward 288, 390 Dauers, J 281 Davenport, Anne 96 page Davenport, Bridget % Francis 95, 112, 113, 115, 184, 189 Francis, Jr 96 Franklin 422, 423 Rebecca 95 Sarah 96 Davis, Andrew 220 David 277, 278, 279 Gabriel 366 to 369 John 220 Mary 231, 335 Robert 130 Samuel 196 Samuel C 277, 278 Davison, Andrew 220 Dawson, Thomas 173 Day, John 68,69 Stephen 129, 130 Deacon, George 142, 176 Gilbert 340, 345 Isaac 214 Sarah (French) [287] 340 Susannah 287, 441 William 290 Deane, Ri 281 Decou, Isaac 162 Decow, Isaac 169, 215 Jacob 105 Susanna 96 DeHaven, Annah B. (Colket) Gallup. 295 Holstein 295 Hugh 295 Mary (Cleaver) 295 Dennis, Sylenia (French) [295] . .341, 345 Depew, Samuel 220 Devenport, Francis 68 Devonish, Barnard 50 Dewsbury 45 Dickinson, General 113 Dillon, Captain 312 DiLWiN, Sarah 213 DiLWORTH, James, Jr 144 DixON, John 295 462 INDEX PAGE Dixon, Sarah (Ivins) [204] 295 DixwELL, John 281 Donald, Nathaniel 435 DouGHTEN, Wm 348 Doughty, Daniel 228, 229, 230 Jacob 205 Mary 205 DowDEN, Isaac 423 DowNES, Jo 281 DucHE, Jacob (Rev.) 307, 374 Dudley, Martha 413 DuER, Joseph 433 Duncan, John 144 Dunn & French 435 Durell, Jeremiah 425 Eacrit, Isaac 394 Earl, Joshua S 429 Eastburn, Eliza 443 Eayre, Grace (Allen) 186 Mary 442 Ner 186 Richard 186 Eddinfield, William 192 Edgerton, Thomas 283 Edwards, H 281 Joseph 192 Eldridge, Job 423 Elkinton, Jemima 116, 242 Ellis, Elizabeth P 386 Hannah 397 Joseph 283 Kathrian 191 Levi : 423 Mary 210, 271 Sarah 271 Sarah, Jr 271 Sarah 386 Sarah 426 Simeon 271, 283 William 191, 224 Elliston & Perot 431 Elton, Anthony 50 pace Elton, Re veil 156, 245, 290 Emley, John 430 William 85 Engle, Abraham 367 Joseph 365, 368 English, Benjamin 220 Enoch, Mary 257, 258 Enos, Thomas 71 EsTAUGH, Elizabeth (Haddon), 117, 138, 283, 419. John 138 Estell, Daniel 83 John 423 Mary 83 Evans, Enoch 237, 363, 364, 377, 390 Hannah (French) [284] 340 Isaac 390 Jacob 407 Katharine 47 Nathan 340 Oliver 332 Thomas 129 William 50, 266, 369, 378 EVEES, Mary 160 Evelyn, William (Master) 112 Evens, Isaac 256, 272 Thomas 128, 129, 272 William 129, 130 Eves, Thomas, 50, 70, 73, 75, 77, 79, 88, 89, 150, 151, 153. EviNS, Elizabeth 160, 255 Ewer, Isaa 281 Robert 70 EwiNG, Ruth 331 Eyre, Anna (Wilkins) [337] 378 Asa 378 Elizabeth 377 Fabritius, Jacob (Rev.) 336 Fairman, Thomas 85 Farnsworth, Richard 46 Samuel, Jr 233 Fark, Eiias 67 INDEX 463 PAGE Farrell, James 136 Mary (French) 136 Farringtox, Abraham 90, 91. 98, 99 Fearon, Peter 90, 91, 196 Susanna 191 Feild, Samuel 448 Feximore, James 305 John 150 Samuel 429 Fenley, Joseph 314 Fenton, Eleazer 286 Eleazer [149] 286, 437 Eleazer, Jr. [399] 438 Elizabeth (Atkinson) 286, 437 Elizabeth (Stacy) 286 Elizabeth (Clark) 438 Enoch 158, 171, 286 Enoch, Jr. [152] 286 Hannah [398] 438 Rachel (French) [47], 158, 163, 164, 172, 286. Rachel [151] 286 Samuel [397] 437 Vesta [150] 286 Fexwick, John 19, 25, 26 Fergusox, Charles 250, 283 Elizabeth (French) [130] 253 John 253 Sarah 253, 374, 375 Field, Benjamin 100 Robert 302 FiNCHER, Jane (Buzby) [40] 139, 144 Jonathan 139 Fines, William 46 Fish, Justa 120, 121, 123 Fisher, David 275 M. C 423 Samuel 250 Flamixgham, Patrick 192 Fleeson, Plunket 202 Fleetwood, G 281 Fletcher, John 142, 176 Robert 144 PAGE Flower, Henry 157 FoLKES, Eliza 96 Thomas 96, 233 Thomas, J r 96 Forman, Mary 118 Forster, William 236, 256 Forsyth, Joseph 299, 305 Joshua 296 Phebe (Shreve) [209] 296 Fortixer, Bathsheba (French) 149 Daniel 149 Ehvood K 149 Foster, Hannah 257, 258, 259 Hannah 439 Hannah (Buzby) 439 Josiah 256 Miles 439 William 236, 256, 272, 273 Foulke, Thomas 112 Fowler, Rose 95 Fox, George 21. 36, 43 John 313, 317 Jonathan 73 Fraxklix, Benjamin 49 William (Gov.) 49. 50, 175 William T 49 Freebody, Margaret 46 French, Abigail [29] 92, 231, 232 Abigail [139] 268. 380. 381 Abigail 350 Abigail [350] 384 Abraham [302] 350 Agnes [355] 386,391 Amos T. [263] 331 Amy [349] 384 Ann 158 Ann [48] 158. 163, 164, 172 Ann [135] 254, 261,376,377 Ann (Clement) . . 148, 268, 271, 279, 412 Ann [138] 268, 377, 378, 379 Ann (Headly) 335 Ann (Bates) 348 Ann (Street) 358 464 INDEX PAGE French, Ann [358] 386 Ann Heulings [361] 386, 394, 395 Ann [368] 410 Ann [392] 431 Anne [288] 340 Atlantic [371] 410 Barzillai [318] 358,359,360 Bathsheba 149 Bathsheba [304] 350 Benjamin [30] 62, 92, 107, 233 Charles [8], 49, 58, 65, 75, 76, 77, 79, 80, 88, 89, 93, 96, 142, 148 to 157, 175, 176. Charles, Jr. [42], 148, 169, 256, 268 to 280, 282, 373, 378, 381, 388, 390, 407, 411, 412, 424, 428. Charles [46], 158, 159, 163, 164, 171, 172. Charles, 3rd [143], 268, 276, 277, 278, 279, 383, 410 to 421, 422, 423. Charles [147] 282, 320, 431 to 435 Charles H. [296] . .341, 342, 344 to 348 Charles [321] 374 Charles, Jr. [356], 386, 388, 392, 393, 394, 396, 399. Charles [375] 410 Charles C. [393] 431, 434, 435 Charles S. [1474] 12 Charlotte [266] 335 Christiana (Slim) 336 Daniel 332 Deborah H. [790] 415, 420 Edward [36], 116, 128, 129, 130, 131, 132. Edward [121], 242, 247, 251, 252, 340 to 348, 351, 371, 378, 422, 439. Edward [289] 340 Edward [559] 342 Eleanor [144] 268, 424, 425 Elijah [319] 358, 359, 360 Elinor 65, 148 Elizabeth 41, 42 Elizabeth (Stanton), 64, 70, 76, 77, 181 PAGE French, Elizabeth [22] 92, 203 Elizabeth 234 Elizabeth [130] 253, 261 Elizabeth [142] 268, 406, 407, 408 Elizabeth (Stokes) [170], 253, 288, 362, 370, 372. Elizabeth (Roberts) 337 Elizabeth [280] 337 Elizabeth [312] 358, 359, 360 Elizabeth (Talbot) 374 Elizabeth (Stokes) 268, 362, 384 Elizabeth II. (Beck) 384 Elizabeth [372] . .410, 415, 416, 417, 419 Elizabeth [391] 431 Elizabeth 282, 436, 437 Elizabeth (Zane) 340, 447 Elizabeth P. (Ellis) 386 Elizabeth [791] 415, 420 Esther (Matlack) 92, 234, 237 Esther (Cattel) 358 Esther (Davis) Lippincott ..... 386 Eunice [118] 234 Firman [307] 350 Francis [116] . . .234, 237, 238, 240, 241 George 43 George [123], 240, 242, 247, 251, 344, 345, 350 to 356. George [300] 348, 349 Hannah [7] 64, 139, 142 Hannah (Cattell), 116, 243, 253, 254, 256 to 265, 379, 413. Hannah [128] 253, 261 Hannah [259] 330 Hannah [284] 340 Hannah E. (Moore) 341 Hannah [315] 358, 359, 360 Hannah (Warrington) 253, 362 Hannah (Lippincott) 384 Hannah (Pancoast) Cooper 386 Hannah (Ivins) 386 Hope 149 Hope [145] 268, 426, 428 Hope [370] 410 INDEX 465 PAGE French, Hope [396] 435, 436 Howard B. [140b] 1, 13, 37 Isaac [291] 340 Isaac [305] 350 Isabella (Peacock) . . .242, 348, 349, 350 Jacob [140] . . . .268, 275, 276, 384, 385 Jacob [274] 337, 339 Jacob [306] 350 Jacob [354] 386, 388, 392, 394, 399 Jacob [530] 339 James [132] . . . .253, 254, 261, 374, 375 James [313] 358, 359, 360 James [323] 374 - James [394] 431 Jane (Atkins) 56, 58, 60, 64, 65 Jane [3] 56, 64 Jane [12] 65, 81 Jemima 149 Jemima (Elkinton), 116, 242, 243, 247, 249, 251, 252. Jemima [283] 340 John 41, 42 John 43 John [9], 65, 76, 96, 142, 158 to 173. 176 John, Jr. [44] 158, 172, 173 John T. [260] 331 John [270] 336 John [286] 340 Jonas [126] 253, 261, 262, 265 Jonathan [31], 92, 107, 234, 235, 236, 237, 240, 338, 373. Jonathan [118a] 234, 236, 237 Jonathan 240 Jonathan [275] 337, 339 Jonathan [534] 339 Joseph [32] 116, 133, 136 Joseph [133] 253 Joseph [273] 336 Joseph [285], 340, 342, 344, 345, 346, 447. Joseph [316] 358 Joseph [322] 374 Joseph C. [360] . .386, 388, 393, 394, 399 30 P.AGE Frenxh, Joseph [369].. 410, 415, 416, 420 Joshua [352] 384 Judith [34] 116 Keziah [134] 254, 261 Keziah [281] 337 Lockey A. [555] 447 Lydia [13] 65, 76, 77, 81, 96 Lydia (Taylor) 92, 231 Lydia [113] 231 Lydia [258] 330 Lydia [267] 335 Lydia [268] 335 Mahlon K. [262] 331 Margaret 159 Margaret B. [1416] 12 Martha 41, 42 Martha, Jr 41, 42 Martha (Hall) 92, 233 Martha (Newton) 374 Martha (Bryan) 374 Martha (Hazelton) 386 Mary 41, 42 Mary (Allen) 64, 116, 117 Mary (Cattell), 64, 116, 117, 133, 135, 136. Mary 136 Mary (King), 62, 64, 92, 95, 107, 225, 226. Mary [11] 65, 174, 175, 176 Mary [25] 92, 205, 207, 209, 210 Mary [37] 116, 133, 267 Mary (McCuIlock) 148, 282, 284 Mary [117] 234, 240 Mary [124] 242, 247 Mary [127] 253,261,357 Mary (Davis) 231, 335 Mary [276] 337 Mary (Wilkins) 242, 340, 344 Mary [294] 340 Mary ( Moore) 341 Mary [297] 348 Mary ( Rogers) 358 Mary (Yates) 358 466 INDEX PAGE French, Mary [320] 362 Mary (Clark) 253, 374 Mary (Stokes) 410 Mary (Wayne) 282, 436 Mary [395] 435, 436 Mary (Ivins) 386 Mary A. [789] 415, 416, 420 Mary 433 Matilda [309] 351, 354, 355 Mercy (Cox) 233, 358, 359, 360 Mercy (Gilpin) Chapman 431 Moses 43 Nancy (Vanneman) 386 Patience 41, 42 Priscilla (Moore) 386 Rachel [4] 56, 64, 83, 84, 89 Rachel [47] 158, 286 Rachel 62, 92, 204 Rachel [96] 62, 204 Rachel (Rickey) 231, 330, 331 Rachel R. [264] 331 Rachel (Ingersoll) 242, 348 Rachel (Rakestraw) 242, 350, 351 Rachel [308] 351 Rachel [348] 384 Rebecca [15] 65, 76, 77, 181 Rebecca [26] 92, 222, 225 Rebecca [271] 336 Rebecca (Wilson) 337 Rebecca [298] 348, 349 Rebecca (Taylor) 282, 431 to 435 Rebecca (Clark) 386 Richard [5], 58, 62, 64, 76, 88, 89, 92 to 111, 142, 148, 154, 155, 156, 157, 176, 196, 204, 209, 210, 223, 224, 225, 226. Richard, Jr. [23], 62, 92, 107, 204, 210 Richard [112] 231, 335 Richard [115] 233 Richard [120], 234, 237, 238, 239, 240, 337, 338, 339. Richard, Jr. [269] 335 Richard [272] 336 PAGE French, Richard, Jr. [278] 337, 339 Richard [351] 384 Richard B. [529] 339 Robert 41, 42 Robert 43 Robert [35], 116, 133, 134, 235, 242, 246, 247, 249, 253 to 265, 267, 357, 362, 363, 377. Robert, Jr. [131], 253, 254, 258, 261, 265, 288, 362 to 372. Robert [317] 358, 359, 360 Robert [324] 374 Ruth (Higby) 234, 336 Ruth (Ewing) 331 Sabilla (Stokes) . .268, 410, 412 to 415 Sabilla [373] 410, 415, 420 Sabilla S. [788] 415, 416, 420 Samuel [141], 268, 269, 276, 277, 278, 279, 379, 382, 383, 386 to 399. Samuel 240 Samuel [148] . . .282, 433, 435, 436, 437 Samuel [279] 337, 338, 339 Samuel [292] 340, 345 Samuel [570] 345, 346 Samuel, Jr. [357] . . . .386, 388, 393, 394 Samuel, Jr. [533] 339 Samuel H. [732] 3 Samuel G. [755] 388 Sara 41, 43 Sara, Jr 41 Sara [2] 64 Sarah [10] 65, 174, 176 Sarah [28] 62, 92, 100, 101 Sarah (Mason) Wickward 65, 158 Sarah 163, 169 Sarah (Scattergood) . . .64, 92, 111, 224 Sarah [125] 242, 243 Sarah [146] 268 Sarah (Stackhouse) 331 Sarah (Hutchinson) 335 Sarah [277] 337 Sarah [287] 340 Sarah Ann [568] 346 INDEX 467 PAGE French, Sarah (Ferguson) . .253, 374, 375 Sarah (Heulings), 268, 386, 387, 389, 390, 391, 392, 393, 394. Sarah (Ellis) 386 Sarah [359] 386, 394 Sarah [374] 410, 415, 420 Sarah [792] 415 Sophia (Bendler) 234, 337, 338 Stacy [290] 340 Susannah [303] 350 Susannah (Curie) 358 Sylenia [295] 341 Thomas 41, 42, 43 Thomas [ 1 ], 1 1, 27, 37, 39, 41, 42, 43, 44, 46, 48, 49, 50, 51 to 62, 64 to 80, 89, 93, 102, 103, 104, 116, 117, 142, 148, 152, 154, 156, 158, 175, 176, 181, 242, 269, 274,341, 445, 449. Thomas, Jr. [6], 58, 64, 74, 75, 76, 97, 116 to 136, 142, 163, 165, 166, 171, 172, 176, 196, 210, 226, 242, 254, 267, 271, 341. Thomas [24] 92, 104, 105, 107, 210 Thomas, 3rd [33], 116, 133, 134, 135, 136, 242 to 250, 260, 271, 351. Thomas [45] 158, 162, 169, 172 Thomas [129], 253, 258, 261, 358 to 361 Thomas [265] 335 Thomas [282] 340 Thomas [314] 358, 359, 360 Thomas [325] 374 Uriah [43] 148, 271, 282, 283, 436 Uriah [122], 242, 247, 251, 348, 349, 350, 354, 433. Uriah [293] 340 Uriah, Jr. [299] 348, 349 Uriah [353], 386, 388, 391, 392, 394, 399. William 43 William [27], 62, 92, 107, 109, 110, 213, 226, 231, 233. PAGE French, William, Jr. [Ill], 231, 330, 331 332, 333. William [119] . . .234, 237, 238, 239, 336 William R. [261] 331 William [301] 350 William [585] 353, 355 Frensch, Adam 39 Alice 39 Maud 39 Francais 39 Franceis 39 Fraunceys 39 FFrench 39 FFrensh 39 French 39 Frensce 39 Frensche 39 Frenssh 39 Fretwell, Peter 69, 75, 150 Frier, Anthony 86 Fryer, Anthony 122 FuRMAN, Barzillai 300 Colonel 312 Richard W 305 FuRNis, Samuel 86, 89, 153 FuRNiss, Susannah 81 Gallup, Annah B. (Colket) 295 Edwin C 295 Gardener, Elizabeth 174 Thomas 68, 69, 94, 150 Gardiner, Elizabeth, 69, 70, 81, 142, 174, 176. Joseph 100, 394 Thomas, 30, 32, 67, 68, 86, 89, 94, 150, 189, 279. Gardner, Thomas 50, 69 Gardnier, Ephram 397 Garland, A 281 Garwood, Israel 44.'? Mary ( Newton) 443 Samuel 288, 443 Gaskill, Samuel 262 468 INDEX PAGE Gaston, John 314 Gaunt, Hananiah 100, 206 Gay, Joseph 220 George II, 126, 128, 130, 145, 162, 173, 244, 246. George III 265 Gibbs, Adams 295 Isaac 226, 427 Isaac 226, 253, 357 Joshua 298 Josiah 371 Lucas 366, 368 Lydia ( Ivins) [207] 295 Mary (Shreve) 223, 226, 427 Mary (French) Holdcraft [127], 253, 357 Mary 370 Mary 427 Rebecca 326 Gibson, Elizabeth 119 Joseph 273 Joseph, Jr 397 Mary 291 Gilberthorpe, Thomas 112 Gill, Anna S 421 Annie (Smith) 410 Elizabeth (French) [372], 410, 419, 420, 421. John 282, 283 John 410, 422, 423 John 410, 419, 420, 421 Matthew, Jr 423 Thomas 346, 347 Gilpin, Mercy 431 Gimmerson, Mr 31S Ginnet, James 344 Gladstone, Mr 19 Glave, George 120 Gleave, George 122, 123 Glover, Jacob 437 GoADBY, J. Jackson (Rev.) 44 GoFF, Willi 281 Goodhue, Mary 327, 328 page Goodwin, Isaac 279 John 279 Gosling, Dr 31 Gratton, Josiah 95 Greave, George 121 Green, Daniel 220 Jane 196 John 112, 113, 196 Thomas 289 Greene, Jane 191 Nathaniel (Genl.) 310, 325 Grey, Tho 281 Griffith, John 371 Griffiths, Thomas 167 Grinsdale, Elizabeth 413 Griscom, William 236, 283 Grow, William 192 Grubb, Henry 72, 79, 80, 150 Gummere, Elizabeth (Buzby) [425].. 441 John 441 Hackney, Agnes 68 John [470] 447 Joseph 447 Joseph, Jr 288, 447 Joseph, 3rd [469] 447 Rachel (Stokes) [171] .. .288, 290, 447 Thomas 68, 119, 255 Haddon, Elizabeth 138, 419 John 138 Haines, Aaron [430] 442, 445 Abel [431] 442, 446 Caleb 196 Co.x 367 Edith (Rogers) 442 Edith (Woolman) 447 Elizabeth (Buzby), 287, 442, 445, 446 Elizabeth [433] 442 Elizabeth (Stokes) [457] 442 Ephriam 406, 438 Esther 194 Ezra 442 George 409 INDEX 469 PAGE Haines, George 447 Hannah 258, 259 Hannah (Stokes) [lb9], 288, 447, 448 Hannah 442 Hannah [467] 447, 448 Hannah 438 Hinchman 369 Isiah 3b4, 368 Jacob 288,447, 448 Job 364 to 369 John 160, 194 John 364, 390, 406 John, Jr 364 Joseph 369, 370 Joseph [432] 442 Joshua 394 Lockey A. (French) [555] 447 Lucy (Bishop) 442 Lydia 442 Lydia (Stokes) 442, 447 Margaret 1 74, 286 Martha (Stokes) [452] 442,445 Mary 194 Mary (French) [297] 348, 349 Mary (Wills) 406 Mary 441 Mary ( Eayre) 442 Mary [429] 442 Mary (Stevenson) 442 Nehemiah 267 Phoebe (Pierce) 442 Robert 442 Samuel 442, 447 Samuel, Jr 287, 290, 442, 445, 446 Samuel, 3rd [434] 442 Sarah 196 Sarah 442 Sarah (Stokes) [465] 447 Solomon 390 Stacy 364, 365, 367 Stokes [468] 447 Susannah (Chapman) 442 Thomas 286 PAGE Haines, Uriah 447 William 364, 367, 368 William [428] 442 Hains, Ephriam 278 Hannah 119, 160 Sarah 255 Hale, James 380 Sarah (Brick) [347] 380 Hall, Abigail 233 Burgiss 233 Daniel 65, 81, 82, 142, 176 David 215 Gervas 96 Jane (French) [12], 65, 76, 77, 81, 82 Martha 92, 233 Hamilton, Andrew (Gov.) ... .88, 102, 189 Hammell, Israel 371 Hance, Elizabeth 118 John 118 Hancock, John L 429 Timothy 117 Hanson, Timothy 147 Harden, Thomas 68 Harding, Thomas 50, 79 Harold, King of Anglo-Saxons 39 Harris, Alexander 46 Samuel 108 Harrison, Ann 191, 279 Ann 279 Joseph 431 Joseph, Jr 432 Martha 382 Samuel 279 Samuel 279, 283, 382, 383 Sarah 279 Sarah 279 Thomas (Genl.) 279, 281 William 193, 194,279 Hart, Edwin K 12 Hartley, Mercy 380 Harvy, John 128 Haslewood, Bathia 46 Hatcher, Hannah 446 470 INDEX PAGE Hather, Francis (Col.) 281 Hatkinson, John 283 Hawkins, Mary 283 Hazelton, Lydia 378 Martha 386 Headly, Ann 335 Heaton, Hannah (Buzby) [411] 440 Hannah 440 John 440 Rachel 440 Richard 440 Hemingway, James 369 Henderson, Gisbort 217 Henry VIII 45 Heritage, Benjamin 271 John 126 Joseph, 117, 118, 122, 125, 134, 135, 136, 137, 244, 260, 272. Keziah 379, 381 Mary 126 Naomi 126, 127, 128 Richard 126, 247 Herritge, Joseph 118 Hervey, Daniel 313, 315, 316, 317 Job 313 Sarah 313, 317 Hester, Martin 267 Heulings, Abraham 86, 88 Abraham 349, 401 Agnes (Buckman) 386, 400, 401 Agnes 400 Ann 128, 129 Dorothy ( Eves) 389 Dorothy ( Eves) 389 Jacob 125, 389 Jacob, Jr 386, 389, 390, 400 to 404 Jacob, 3rd 400 Sarah 268, 386, 389, 390, 400 Theodosia 400 William 124, 389 William 400, 401 Hewes, Providence 211 Hewey, Josiah 283 page IIewlings, Abraham 71, 207 William 73, 207 Hewson, J 281 Heyford, Roger de 39 Higby, Ruth 234 Higgins, John ( Lieut.) 312 Hill, James 68, 69 HiLLiAR, Edward 368 Hilliard, Joseph 167 Margaret (Buzby) [409] 440 Samuel, Jr 440 IIillman, Elizabeth 235 John 283 Keziah (French) [281] .. .337, 338, 339 Samuel 337, 339 Hills, Morgan (Rev. Dr.) 33 Hinchman, Ann 287 Amy 384 Hannah 271 James 271, 282, 344 John 192, 194, 271 Kezia 283 William 271, 278, 283 Holdcraft, Mary (French) [127], 253, 357 Robert [310] 357 William 253, 357 William [311] 357 Hollenshead, John 150 ^ Hollingshead, Abigail [378] 424 Agnes [376] 424 Andrew 350 Ann (French) [368] 410, 415 Ann [377] 378, 424 Charles F. [786] 420 Edmond 236,272 Edmund 256 Eleanor (French) [ 144], 268, 277, 424 425. George [587] 353 H. H. [7871 420 Hope [379] 424 Hugh 268, 424, 425 Hugh 424 INDEX 471 PAGE HoLLiNGSHEAD, Hugh F.416, 417, 419, 424 Jacob 3b8, 425, 442 John 118, 124, 196, 234, 256, 270 Joshua M. (M.D.) 410 Martha (Mickle) 424 Mary (Haines) [429] 442 Sarah 293 Susannah (French) [303], 350, 354, 355 HoLLiNSHEAD, Andrew 372 Edmund 1SC^57, 272, 357 Elwood ■ 342 Hugh 247,346,347 Jacob 343, 352, 365 Job 372 John 72, 77, 104, 1 1 7, 122, 449 Joseph 196, 207 Morgan 369, 370, 372 Rebecca 370 Sarah 196 Theodore 364 Thomas 275, 425 William 122 Holmes, Benjamin 235 William 240 Holms, Dr 311 Home, Archibald 91, 233 Hookes, Ellis 46 Hooper, Hannah (Piatt) 159 Isaac 159 Jacob 159 Margaret (French) 159 Martha (Tice) 159 William 159 Hooten, Mary 187 Thomas 74 HoOTON, Elizabeth 118 Joseph 416, 417 Mary 196 Thomas 74, 196 William 346, 347. 416, 417, 418 HoOTTEN, Benjamin 397 Hopkins, Ann 297 Dr 423 PAGE Hopkins, Ebenezer 236 Elizabeth (Thomas) 297 George 220 James 423 John 297 William E 423 Horner, Aaron 326 Eleanor 214 Elianor 98 Isaac 98, 99, 100, 211, 215, 221, 232 Rebecca (Scattergood) [239] 326 HoRTON, Tho 281 HosKiNS, Millisant 70 Hough, William 361 Houghton, Lawrence 191 Howard, Alexander 298 IIowELL, Joseph 201, 202 Joshua L 423 Samuel (Capt.) 299 HuDDY, Hugh 103 Hudson, John 76, 79, 152, 153 Robert 50, 69 Huffendorfer, Rachel 327 Hugg, Elias 188, 192 Elias 192 Elizabeth (Newbie) 188, 192, 193 Gabriel 192, 193, 194 Hannah 192 Jacob 192 John 186, 188, 189 John, Jr 83, 186, 188 to 193 John, 3rd 191, 192 Joseph 192 Joseph 383, 418 Mary 192 Mercy (Allen) Middleton [17], 83, 186, 190, 191, 193, 194, 195. Priscilla (Collins) 188 PrisciUa 192 Samuel 283 Sarah 192 Tabitha 286, 438 Humphries, Joshua 94, 197, 249, 354 472 INDEX PAGE Humphries, Walter 50 HuNCKS, Colonel 281 HuNLOPE, Edward 89, 102 Hunt, Benjamin 345 Esther, Jr 2b5, 425 Frances 296 John. . .365, 369, 370, 384, 413, 414, 428 Jos 359 Josiah 389 Joshua 238, 265, 363 Mary 296 Ralph 296 Robert 250, 272 Sarah 279 William 279 Hunter, Robert (Gov.) 188 Hurley, James 423, 437 Lucy 250 Husk, Mary (French) 241 Hutchinson, George 161 J 281 Sarah 335 Imlay, John 233 Ingersoll, Ebenezer 348 Rachel 242, 348 INGOLDESBY, Richard (L. Gov.), 81, 82, 124 Rich 281 Inskeep, Abraham 283 James 269, 283 John 269 Joseph 269 Mary 380 Iredell, Abraham 397 Ireton, H 281 Obadiah 286 Vesta (Fenton) [1501 286 Ivens, Samuel 371 IviNS, Aaron 295 Ann [208] 295 Ann 433 Anna 222, 301 Caleb [202] 295 page IviNS, Hannah 386 Isaac, Sr 295 Israel [205] 295 Keziah (Shreve) [103] 222, 295 Lydia [207] 295 Margaret (Woodward) 295 Mary 386 Moses 222,295,303 Moses [203] 295 Rebecca [206] 295 Rhoda 222, 301 Sarah (Wright) 295 Sarah [204] 295 William 433 Jackson, John 246 Richard 246 James I 40 James II 17, 25. 37, 45 James, Joseph 423 Jarrett, Ann ( Lukens) 444 Tacy 444 William 444 Jay, Joseph 232 Jeffries, Constantine 292 Letitia 292 Jenkins, William 147 Jennings, Isaac 192 Judith 283 Samuel (Gov.) ... .29, 30, 102, 194, 335 Jewell, John 79, 80 Johnson, Thomas 210 Johnston, Jno 239, 265 Jones, Abigail (French) [350] 384 Edmond 106 Edward 205 Elizabeth (French) [312] 358 Grace 83, 185 Griffith 144 John 35, 283 John 185 John 205 John, Jr 205, 208, 218 INDEX 473 PAGE JoxES, J 281 Jonathan 3b5 Joseph 145 Joseph 358 Joseph 384 Mary (Doughty) 205 Mary (Brown) [99J 205, 217 Mary (French) [276] 337, 338 Rebecca, 185 Rebecca 205 Richard Ib7 Richard 320 William 337 JUTTLE, Moses 317 Kaighl, David 220 Kay, Elizabeth (Brown) 149 Francis 149 Hope (French) 149,433 Isaac 149, 283 Isaac 422, 423 Jemima (French) 149 John 149 John 149, 226 Josiah 191 Keziah (Thorn) 149 Mary 149 Samuel 149 Keelor, Jacob 318, 429 Keen, Unea 251 Keith, George 35, 111, 146 Kemble, Esther (Matlack) French ... 234 Vespasian 234 Kettle, Hannah 255 KiLLE, Samuel 290 Kixg, Constance 226 Fra 210, 226 Frederick 121 Harmanus 92, 95, 101, 210 John 96, 210, 226 Joseph 96, 210, 226 Mary 92, 95, 226 Mary 64, 92, 94, 95 PAGE King, Mercy 210 Thomas 210, 226 KiNSEY, Charles 417, 418, 419 KiRBY, Joseph 231 KiRKBRIDE, John 213 John, Jr 213 KiRTON, Alice 42 Thomas 42 Kite, Benjamin 201 Deborah 201 Elizabeth 201 John 201 Joseph 201 Mary (Breintnall) 201 Rebecca (Walton) 201 Richard 46 Susannah 201 Susannah (Letchworth) 201 Thomas 201 Knight, Dubre 441 Martha (Buzby) [426] 441 Kno\vles, Nathanael 46 Lacy, Samuel 157 Ladd, Hannah ( Mickle) 200 Hannah 291 John 192, 283 John 200 Lafayette, General 321, 322 Lamb, Ann 167 Jacob 161, 163, 164, 169, 173 Lambert, Thos., 27, 85, 98, 99, 112, 183, 204 Lamprey, Mary 46 Lancaster, Ann 288, 444 Elizabeth (Barlow) 444 Hannah (Wills) 407 John 407 John 444 Lanning, John 275 Samuel 341, 344 Large, Dorothy 167 Mary 182 Samuel 98 474 INDEX PAGE Large, Sarah 181, 182 Laurason, James 328 Laurie, Gauen 25, 27, 37, 48 James 433 Lavage, Henry (Capt.) 411 Lawrence, Richard 210 William 220 Lawrie, Thomas 220 Lee, Francis 124 Mary 234 Leeds, Daniel 72, 156, 160 Margaret 118 Philo 162 Titian 169 Vincent 289, 290 Leeson, John 96 Lemmon, Joseph 318 Lester, Mary (Stokes) [440] 443 Thomas 443 Letchworth, Elizabeth (Kite) 201 John 201 Susannah 201 Lewis, Abigail (French) [29], 92, 231, 232 James 92, 231, 232 James, Jr. [114] 231, 232 Jonathan 201 Mordecai 303 Rachel (Breintnall) [76] 201, 203 Richard 143 Robert 208 LiLBURNE, Robert 281 LiNCH, Michael 250 Linton, Hannah 331 LiPPiNCOTT, Aaron 376 Abigail 197 Ann 118 Ann 441 Benjamin II 355, 356 Elizabeth 118, 196 Esther 197 Esther (Davis) 386 Ezekiel 250 Freedom 69, 70, 94, 186, 194, 196 page LippiNCOTT, Grace 250 Hannah 384 Isaac 196, 197 Isaac 197 Jacob 132 Jacob 423 James 159 John 118 John 197 John 258, 275, 351, 357, 379, 424 Joseph 83, 203 Joshua, 237, 239, 364, 370, 377, 390, 407 Margrett 118 Mary 194 Mary (Haines) 194 Mary 197 Mary F. (Carr) [330] 376 Mary 385 Mercy (Allen) Middleton-Hugg [17], 83, 186, 194, 196. Nathaniel 197 Phebe 197 Rachel (Smith) 195 Rebecca (Sharp) Coate [21] . . .83, 203 Rebecca 296 Rebecca 397 Remembrance 118 Samuel 196 Samuel 366, 367, 368, 369, 376 Samuel B 423 Solomon 244, 273, 398 Theodocia 376 Theodosia 378 Thomas. . . .83, 119, 150, 186, 194 to 197 Thomas 196, 238, 243, 364, 368 Thomas 197 Livesey, M 281 Livingston, Henry 315 William (Gov.), 231, 278, 299, 305, 308, 374. Logan, Hannah 207 Long, Eleanor 443 Lord, Eliz 291 INDEX 475 PAGE Lord, Joshua 256 LouCKS, Mary L 439 LouiTT, Jonathan 188 Louts, Jacob 316 Love, Richard 69 Lovelace, Lord (Gov.) 89 Lovett, Jonathan 188 LowTHER, James 201 Martha (Breintnall) [79] 201,203 Lucas, Nicholas 25 Robert 448 Ludlowe, Edm 281 McClealan, James 220 McCoLLOCK, John 282 McCuLLOCK, Mary 148, 282 McElroy, Herbert 252, 278, 279 McMichael, Morton 83 McMiLLiN, Mary (Shreve) [235] 308 William 308 McVaugh, Mayberry 49 Madison, Dolly (Payne) Todd 285 James 285 Magee, Safety 206 Malin, John ( M.D.) 439 Mariott, Thomas 207 Marlen, William 101 Marlin, Sarah (French) [28] 92 William 92, 100, 101 Marling, Sarah [28] 107 William 107 Marll, Hannah 222, 326 John 326 Marlowe, Gregory (Capt.) 48 Marriot, Isaac 68 Marriott, Abraham 173 Marson, James 175, 177, 178 John 177 Lydia (Buzby) [55] 175, 177, 178 Marten, Henry 281 Martin, Colonel 315 Isaac 126 Katherine 126 page Martinaux, W. S 104 Mason, James 128 John 158 Mary 139 Richard 176 Sarah 65, 158 Mathews, Thomas 67 Mathis, Sarah 203 Matlack, Charles F. (M.D.) [381] ... 424 Eleanor (French) Hollingshead [144], 268, 424 Esther 92, 234, 235 George 116, 125, 267 James 437 John 197, 234, 262 John 283, 368, 369, 370 Joseph, 268, 367, 368, 369, 416, 417, 419, 424. Joshua 364 Jeremiah 368 Martha 270 Mary (French) Middleton [37], 116, 267 Mary (Lee) 234 Rebecca 286, 440 Reuben 364, 367 Richard 283 Samuel 368, 369 Sarah A. (Maule) 424 Timothy 128, 129, 270 William.... 120, 121, 122, 123, 129, 130 William. . . .236, 237, 342, 351, 363, 413 Matlock, George 250 William 250 Matthews, Thomas 240, 279 Maule, Sarah A 424 Mauleuerer, Tho 281 Maxwell, Elizabeth 283 John 365, 369, 390 William (Genl.) . . . .308, 309, 322, 324 M.WNE, Symon 281 Medius, Js. Decow 213 Mellon, Edward 196 476 INDEX PAGE Meneer, Joseph 164 Meriott, Isaac 1 50 Samuel 188 Merlen, William 101 Metzgar, Wilhelmina 446 Mey, Cornelius (Capt.) 25 Meyers, Susan 443 MiCHELL, William 75 Mickel, James 291 Letitia (Wood) [175] 291 MiCKLE, Archibald 200, 283 Charles 430 David 407, 408 John 83, 198, 200, 382 John 200 Martha 424 Mary (Allen) Stockdell [18], 83, 198, 200. Moses 408 Rachel (Wills) 407 Samuel 200 Sarah 408 William 200 William 407 MiCLE, John 90 Mary [18] 90 MiDDLETON, Amos 216 Amos 440 Amy 446 Beulah [136] 267 Elizabeth 187 Elizabeth 440 George 113 Hannah [68] 186, 187 Hannah (Carr) [326] 376 Hugh [67] 186, 187 Jane 250 Joel 448 John 187 John 298, 299, 376 Martha 376 Mary (French) [37], 116, 133, 267, 271 Mary (Buzby) [406] 440 PAGE MiDDi.ETON, Mary (Morgan) [471].. 448 Mathew [66] 186, 187 Mercy (Allen) [17], 83, 186, 187, 189, 190, 191, 194. Naomi 187 Nathan lib, 133, 134, 247, 267, 271 Nathan 187 Nathan, Jr. [137] 267 Nathaniel 353 Rachel [70] 186, 187 Rebecca [69] . . . 186, 187, 191, 196, 197 Robert 440 Thomas, Jr.. .83, 113, 157, 186, 187, 188 Thomas 186, 187 Thomas, 3rd [65] 186, 187, 196 Thomas 376 MiDLETON, Able 215 Jane 379, 381 Tho 187 MiLBORN, John 180 Miller, Ebenezer 291, 292 Rachel 435 Millingtox, Gilbt 281 Milner, Hannah (Breintnall) [81], 201, 203 MOLICA, Eric 396 Montgomerie, John (Gov.) . . . 188, 193, 206 Moore, Agnes (French) [355], 386, 393, 394 Amasa 386 Benjamin 397 Bethuel 364, 366, 367, 390 Hannah E 341 John 281 Josiah 395 Mary 341 Thomas 373 Priscilla 386 Moorehead, Fergus 308 Rebecca (Shreve) [232] 308 Morgan, Benjamin R. [472] 447, 448 David B 241 Elizabeth (Roberts) 448 Francis 40 Griffith [475] 448 INDEX 477 Morgan, Hannah (Haines) [467]. 447, Hannah [473] Isaac 293, 447, 448, Isaac [474] Joseph Joseph, Jr Joseph Joseph [476] Judith [477] Mary (Stokes) Mary [471] Mary (Burrough) Sarah (Ridgway) [181], 293. 447, Thomas MORREY, Sarah 160, Ibl, Morris. Anthony 72, Anthony, Jr Robert Elizabeth Hannah (French) [315] Lewis (Gov\) 91, ]\Iargaret Morris 143, Morris, Richard (Rev.) Robert Thomas William 99, 113, 211, 216, Morton, Thomas 250. MoTT, John Moulton, Bartholomew Elizabeth Mary 327, MuLOCK, James MuRFiN, Ann 181, 183, 184, Ann 181, Joanna ( Johannah) 184, John John John 181, John [62] 181, Joseph Mary 183, Rebecca (French) [IS] 65, .\GE PAGE 448 MuRFiN, Robert 112, 181, 183, 184, 214 448 Robert 183, 184 449 Robert 65, 181, 182 448 Sarah 98, 181, 182, 183, 210, 215 353 Thomas [60] 181, 182 352 William 97, 181, 184, 210 448 William [61] 181, 182,216,219 448 William 181, 182 448 MuRRELL, Samuel 283 448 William 167 448 448 Nason, C. H. p. (Rev.) 439 449 Newberry, Hasker 126, 127, 128 40 John 128 162 Mary 126, 127, 128 73 Newbie, Elizabeth 188 358 Mark 188 49 Newbold, Anne 213 287 Ann T 387 358 Barzillai 1 10, 213, 228, 234, 305 233 Edith 213 33 Hannah 213 144 John 213 65 Joseph 298, 299 49 Margaret 301 343 Michael, 110, 213, 224, 228, 229, 230, 217 234. 262 Sarah 213 259 Thomas 100 327 Thomas 301 327 William 298 328 Newbould, Barzillai HO 283 Michael 103, 110 214 Thomas 210 182 Newton, Hannah [438] 443 214 Isaac 288,443 97 John [435] 443 184 Joseph 251, 252 182 Martha 374 182 Mary (Stokes) [165] ... .288, 290, 443 181 Mary [437] 443 184 Rachel (Sharp) 443 181 Samuel [436] 443 478 INDEX PAGE Newton, Susannah 288, 443 Nicholson, Ann 380 George 96 Samuel 380 Samuel 421 Nixon, Israel 430 John 222, 326 Sarah (Shreve) [108] 222, 326 Noble, Richard 320 Nones, Benjamin 332 NORRIS, Sarah 283 North, Anna M 12 Norton, Gre 281 John 275 NuTT, Levi 228 Odell, Jonathan (Rev.) 33 Ogburn, Jane 449 Sarah (Shreve) 223,226 Ogden, Sarah A. (French) [1056], 242, 342 Okey, John 281 Olive, Thomas. .50, 68, 69, 75, 102, 103, 274 Ollive, Thomas (Gov.), 27, 37, 48, 66, 71, 72, 73. Ong, Jacob 227 Op den Graeff, Abraham 439 Orens, Joseph 240 Orphood, Edmond 143 Edward 147 Orphord, Edward 147 Orpwood, Edmond 143 Overton, Esther 96 Hannah 95, 96, 98 Samuel 96 Owen, Humphrey 237 Jos 364,365 Joshua 364, 365 Page, Agnes (Hollin<^shead) [376]... 424 Atlantic (French) [371], 410, 415, 416, 420. Benjamin 220 Christine 427 page Page, Gilbert 410, 420^ William M. (M.D.) 42-1 Paine, John 69, 73, 77, 79, 88, 176 Palmer, George 220 Pancake, George 316 Pancoast, Aaron 397 Anne 296 Elizabeth 112 Grace 222, 296 Hannah 96, 111, 112 1 1 annah 386 Henry 112 John 112 Joseph, 96, 105, 112, 142, 176, 224, 225, 232. Samuel 100 Thomas 296 Thomasin 9b, 98, 111, 112 William 9b, 111, 112, 142, 176 Parish, John 432 Parke, Roger 112 Parker, William 220 Patterson, A. B. (Rev.) 410 Paul, Hannah (Stokes) [441] 443 Joshua 443 Samuel P 423 Paxson, Catharine (Ridgway) Potts [186], 293 Samuel 293 Payne, Dolly 285 John 50 John, Jr 285 Mary (Coles) 285 Priscilla 330 Peacock, Isaac 354 Isabella 242, 348 Lydia 354 Margaret 349 Pearson, Isaac 188 Peart, Samuel 249, 401 Peddle, Edith 290 Peeps, Henry 154, 155 Pelham, Per 281 INDEX 479 PAGE Pemberton, Israel 207, 212 Israel, Jr 207 John 432 Penn, William, 17, 25, 26, 27, 28, 37, 48, 146, 175, 389. Penquite, Agnes 389 Agnes (Sharp) 389, 405 John 389, 405 Penston, Thomas 279 Peters, Benjamin 202 Peterson, Captain 317 Pharo, Garvas 298 Phayre, Lieut. Col 281 Phillips, John 231 Phipps, Deborah (Kite) 201 Joseph 147 Stephen 201 Pierce, Phoebe 442 Pigeon, Joseph 192 Pine, Isaac 423 PiTTMAN, John 220 Richard 120, 121, 122, 123 Platt, Hannah 159 Pleasant, Samuel 213 Plumsted, William 145 Pope, Amy (French) [349] 384 John 384 Joseph 68 Porter, John 435 Potter, Vinct 281 Potts, Daniel 144 Catherine (Ridgway) [186] 293 Rebecca 433 Samuel 293 Thomas, Jr 211, 221 Powell, Robert 67 Pratt, Nathan 245 Preston, John (Dr.) 40 Price, James 220 Robert F 283 Prickit, William 136 Prickitt, Job 364 Josiah 257 page Pride, Tho 281 Prisly, George 314 PuRESOY, William 281 Quick, Matilda (French) [309] 351 Thomas 351 Quicksall, Achsah 433- Mary 96 William 96 QuiGLEY, Robert 220 Rainier, Aaron B 430 Rakestraw, Rachel 242, 350, 351, 352 Thomas 350, 351 Raper, Caleb 90 Joshua 90, 91,207 Thomas 94, 150 Read, Charles, 156, 229, 230, 247, 381, 401 Friese ( Lieut.) 312 Reading, John 401 Reckless, Anne (Woodward), 222, 301, 302 Anthony 302 Isaac 302 John 302 Joseph 100. 104. 210, 301 Joseph, Jr 301, 302 Joseph 302 Mary 302 Margaret (Satterthwaite) 301 Robert 302, 30? Records, Mary Ill Nathaniel HI Redford, Samuel 218, 219 Redman, Thomas 235, 250, 256, 283 Reed, Bowes 231, 278, 375 John 220 Richard 220 Reeve, Mark 257. 273 Reily, John 242 Mary (French) [124] 242 Revell, Theo 124 Thomas, 73, 75, 77. 79. 80, 85, 156, 224 Reves, Thomas 1 79 480 INDEX PAGE Richards, John 192 Rickey, Hannah 330 Rachel 231, 330 Thomas 330 RiDGVVAY, Abigail [188] 294 Abigail 307 Abigail (Stockton) 449 Abigail 449 Amy (Shreve) [219] 301 Anna [187] 293 Beulah (Coate) [90] 203, 294 Beulah [182] 293 Catherine [186] T. . 293 Coates [185] 293 Edith [191] 294 Elizabeth (Chamberlayne) 449 Elizabeth 449 Israel [180] 293 Jane 449 Job 449 John 203, 294 John 449 Joseph 203, 293, 449 Joseph [189] 294 Joseph 449 Joseph 449 Josiah 449 Mary (Coate) [89] 203, 293 Mary [184] 293 Mary [194] 294 Mary 307 Mary 449 Miriam [193] 294 Rachel [183] 293 Rebecca [192] 294 Richard 448, 449 Richard, Jr 449 Sarah [181] 293, 448 Sarah 449 Sarah 449 Solomon 307 Thomas 449 William C. [190] 294 PAGE RiDGWAY, William 449 RiSDON, John 246, 352 Roads, Martha 160 Roberts, Agnes 397 Ann (Brick) [345] 380 Arthur 448 Bathsheba (French) [304], 350, 354, 355. Charles [594] 353 Clayton 355 Daniel 139, 145 David 443 Elizabeth 337 Elizabeth 448 Elizabeth (Stokes) [442] 443 Enoch 257, 264, 384, 407, 425 Enoch 351 Ephriam 250 Esther 257, 359, 408 John 50, 72, 73, 118, 128, 129, 274 John, 236, 237, 257, 272, 342, 363 to 368, 390, 413, 414, 423, 428. John K 421 Joseph 238, 364, 366, 379, 384 Joseph 350 Joshua, 257, 272, 366, 368, 369, 407, 424, 425. Josiah 345, 362, 372 Judith (Morgan) [477] 448 Mary 255 Mary (French) [320] 362, 372 Rachel (French) [308].. 351, 354, 355 Rebecca (Buzby) [41] 139, 144 Rebecca, 257, 258, 259, 359, 381, 408, 425 Samuel 364, 368, 369 Samuel, J r 238 Sarah 117, 129, 130, 142, 176 Sarah (French) 241 Thomas 144 William, 265, 348, 353, 356, 364, 366, 368, 369, 370. 380, 411. Robeson, Mr 317 Robins, Sarah 331 INDEX 481 PAGE ROCKHILL, Edward 97, 112 Sarah 427 Solomon 305 Rodman, Clark 125 Thomas 73, 74 Rogers, Ann 294 Ann 296 Ann (Shreve) [211] 296 Edith 442 Elizabeth 288, 445 Grace (Allen) Eayre [64] 185 Isaac 294 Job 83 Lydia Ann 308 Martha (Esturgans) 445 Mary 294 Mary 358 Michael 296 Michael, Jr 296, Rhoda 83 William 186 William, Jr 186 William 363 to 369, 445 RoLi.0, Duke of Normandy 39 Rose, Joseph 91 RowAND, Elizabeth [772] 408 James 241 Lattice (Wills) [362] 406, 408 William 406, 408 RowE, Owen 281 RuDDERO, Meribah 197 RuDDEROW, John 120, 121, 122, 123 RuDERROE, John 124 RuDMAN, Andrew (Rev.) 336 Safern, Mr 312 Satterthwaite, Samuel 100 Samuel 305, 332 William 300 Saunders, Joseph 241 Savery, William 202, 434 Say, Thomas 203 Will 281 PAGE Scattergood, Benjamin 1 1 1, 223 Benjamin [237] 313, 326 David 222,326 Elizabeth 92, 111, 112 Elizabeth [238] 313, 326 Hannah Ill, 112 Jonathan 429 Joseph, 32, 96, 108, 109, 110, 111, 134, 135, 159, 202. Joseph Ill Mary 296 Rebecca [239] 313, 326 Sarah 64, 92,94 Sarah (Shreve) [108] 222, 326 Thomas 92, 96, HI, 112, 142, 176 Thomas, Jr., 106, 111, 150, 157, 176, 188, 191, 196, 207. Thomas, 3rd HI Thomasine 112 Tomsin Ill, 112 SCHOI.EY, Ann [199] 295 Elizabeth (French) [22], 92, 107, 204, 210. Francis 213 Isabel 213 James [195] 294 John 204 John 213 John [200] 295 Joseph 182, 205, 209, 294 Martha [ 197] 294 Mary [198] 295 Mary (Rogers) 294 Rachel 213 Rachel [201] 295 Richard [94] 204 Robert 204, 448 Robert [92] 204 Samuel [196] 294 Sarah 204 Sarah [93] 204 Sarah (Brown) [100] . . . .205, 217, 294 Thomas 94, 96, 204, 448 31 482 INDEX PAGE ScHOi.EY, Thomas [95] 204 William 92, 107, 204, 210 SCHOOLEY, Thomas 220 Scot, Tho 281 Scott, Benjamin 50, 71 Capt 314 ScROPE, Ad 281 Scull, Benjamin 423 Seary, Sarah 141 Senes, James 220 Shackerly, John 46 Shackle, Thomas 118 Shallcross, John 143 Sharp, Agnes 405 Anne 283 Hannah 83 Hannah [20] 83, 201 Hugh, 64, 83, 89, 90, 91, 151, 179, 180, 196, 198, 200. John 129, 130 Joshua 368 Margaret 205 Rachel (French) Allen [4J, 83, 89, 90, 191, 196. Rachel 443 Rebecca [21] 83. 203 Samuel 193 Thomas 137, 192. 279 William 83 Shaw, James 220 Shelvill, John 313 Sheppard, Clara G 12 Sherwyn, James 121, 122 Shinn, Hannah 257 to 258 Hannah (Fenton) [398] 438 Jacob, Jr 438 James 116 John 68, 72 Samuel 364 Shippen, Edward 167 Shoemaker, Jacob 201 Margaret 201 Susannah 201 Shotwell, Hugh 355 PAGE Shourds, Samuel, Jr 233 Shreeve, Benjamin 108, 210, 225, 226 Caleb 224, 225, 226 Elizabeth 226 Hannah 226 Hope 226 James 226 Jane 226 Jonathan 226 Joseph 226 Joshua 210, 226 Martha 96 Rebecca [26] 226 Richard [220] 305 Sarah 225, 226 Thomas 226 William 305 Shreve, Abigail (Ridgway) 307 Amy [219] 301 Ann [211] 296 Ann (Hopkins) 297 Anna (Ivins) 222. 301 Anna [224] 301,313 Anna (Ball) 330 Anne (Reckless) . . . .222, 301, 302, 303 Barbara (Swink) 330 Benjamin, 92, 100, 107, 108, 213, 222, 223, 225, 227, 228, 229, 230, 328. Benjamin, Jr. [109], 222, 228, 326, 327, 328, 329. Benjamin [210], 223, 296, 298, 299, 300. 305, 429. Benjamin [234] 308, 320 Benjamin, 3rd [249] 327, 328 Benjamin 328 Benjamin [253] 330 Benjamin F. H 223 Caleb 105, 222, 223, 224 Caleb 223 Caleb 223 Caleb [105], 222, 223, 227, 228, 296 to 300, 311, 319, 320. Caleb, Jr. [213] 296, 298, 300 INDEX 483 PAGE Shreve, Caleb [236] 308 David 223 Elizabeth [226] 307 Elizabeth 308 Elizabeth 328 Esther [229] 307, 313, 320 Frances E 328 Frances (Hunt) 296 George G. [231] 308, 313, 320 George 328 Grace (Pancoast) 222, 296 Grace [216] 297 Grace (Curtis) 222, 307 Hannah (Marll) 222, 326 Hannah (Very) 327 Hannah 328 Henry M. [233] 308, 311, 313, 320 Isaac [221] 301 Isaac [248] 327, 328, 329 Isaac, Jr 328 Israel [107], 222, 227, 228, 298, 303, 307 to 325. Israel, Jr. [230] 307, 313, 320 Jeremiah Warder [218] 301 John 223 John [225], 307, 309, 311, 319, 320 to 326. John [245] 327 John [252] 327, 328 John 328 John [254] 330 Jonathan 223 Joseph 223 Joshua 223, 226 Joshua 298 Keziah [103] 213, 222, 227, 295 Keziah [222] 301, 303 Keziah [228] 307, 313, 320 Louisa 328 Lydia Ann (Rogers) 308 Margaret (Newbold) 301 Mary [217] 297 Mary (Scattergood) 296 PAGE Shreve, Mary (Cokley) .222, 307, 313, 320 Mary (Blair) 308 Mary [235] 308, 320 Mary (Moulton) 327, 328 Mary (Goodhue) 327 Mary 328 Mary 328 Mary Ann (Culver) 330 Mary [257] 330 Peggy 319 Phebe [209] 296 Priscilla (Payne) 330 Rachel (Huffendoffer) 327 Rebecca (French) [26], 92, 107, 222, 227, 328. Rebecca [212] 296 Rebecca (Lippincott) 296 Rebecca [232] 308, 313, 320 Rebecca [246] 327 Rebecca 328 Reuben [214] 296 Rhoda (Ivins) 222, 301 Richard [104] 222 Richard [220], 299, 300, 301, 302, 305, 312, 313, 319. Samuel [110] 222, 228, 330 Samuel [223] 301 Samuel B. [250] 327, 328 Samuel 328 Samuel, Jr. [256] 330 Sarah (Areson) 222, 223 Sarah [108] 222, 227, 326 Sarah 223 Sarah (Beck) 301 Sarah [227] 307 Sarah [247] 327 Susan (Wood) 222, 326, 327 Susan W 328 Thomas 223 Thomas [215] 297 William [106], 222, 227, 228, 298, 299, 301 to 305, 312, 313. William [243] 326 484 INDEX PAGE Shreve, William [255] 330 Shrieve, Caleb 298, 299 William 298, 304 Shumar, Elizabeth (Scattergood) [238J, 326 Joseph 326 Shumard, Anna (Shreve) [224] 301 Nathan 301 Shute, Captain 311, 323 Samuel 250, 311, 312, 323, 342, 353 Sibley, John 126 Katherine 126 SiCKLER, Christopher 339 lazer 339 SiDDON, Job 283 John 176 Silver, Archibald 220 SiMES, Snyder B. (Rev.) 336 Simple, Robert 314 Simpson, Captain 314 Skeen, John 68 Skinner, Mr 314, 315 Skirm, Abraham 220 Joseph 220 Slim, Christiana 336 Sloan, David 339 Hannah ( French) 240 James 423 Slocum, Nathaniel 118 Small, Ann ( Hinchman) 287 Elizabeth ( Morris) 287 Israel [158] 287, 288 John 198, 245, 287, 288 John [161] 287, 288 Jonas [159| 287, 288 Mary [164] 287, 292 Robert [162] 287, 288 Ruth (Stockdell) [71]...19S. 287, 288 Ruth [163] 287, 288 William [160] 287 Smallwood, J. C 339 Smith, Bathsheba 433 Daniel 157, 183, 184. 207, 227 page Smith, Daniel 290, 293 Elizabeth 292 George 118, 129, 130 Hannah (Coate) [178] 293 la 178 John 49 John 83, 84, 85, 188, 207, 212 Joseph 239, 265 Joshua 159 Mary ( Murfin) 183, 184 Rachel 195, 235 Rachel (Stokes) [443] 443 Rebecca 213 Richard 167, 239 Richard S 353 Robert 265 Samuel 435 Thomas 311 Timothy 443 Smout, Edward 192 Smyth, Hen 281 Snowden, Isaac 368 William 366, 367, 368 SousMAN, Peter 218 SouTHEBY, Joan 70 Spicer, Thomas 250 Spiker, Christian 316 Springer, Patience 286, 440 Stackhouse, Sarah 331 Stacy, Elizabeth 286 Henry 27, 67 Mahlon 72, 75, 183, 189, 204 Robert 71, 75 Stanley, Mary 250 Stanton, Elizabeth 64, 70 Daniel 254 Stapley, Anth 281 Starkey, James 313 Thomas 430 Steelman, Charles 120, 123 Peter 423 Steffe, William 42 Stephens, Jose|)h 169 INDEX 485 PAGE Stephens, Robert 235 Stevens, Keziah (Shreve) [228], 307, 320 Mary 429 Thomas 307 Stevenson, Cornell 442 Mary 442 Samuel 217, 219 Thomas 220 Stif, William 42 Stiles, Amos 356 Judith (Morgan) Roberts [477], 448, Robert 120, 122, 123 Thomas 448 Stilles, Robert 121 Stilley, John 311 Stoaks, John 191, 196 Joseph 196 Stocdell, Mary 198 Stockdai.e, Jervice 199 Rachel 291 William 198 Stockdell, Darkes [73] 198 Hannah [72] 198, 288, 445 Jarves 83, 198, 199, 200, 445 Mary (Allen) [18] 83, 198, 200 Prudence [75] 198 Rachel [74] 198, 291 Ruth [71] 198, 287 Stockton, Abigail 376 Abigail (Hollingshead) [378] 424 Abigail 449 Harriet 446 Job 106 John 289 Joseph 106 Mary 191 Mary 376 Mary 424 Richard 446 Richard 449 Samuel 376 Sarah 446 William 424 PACE Stockton', William 424 Stokes, Abigail 360 Abigail (Brick) [346] 380 Abigail ( Woolman) 446 Amy (Hinchman) 384 Amy ( Middleton) 446 Ann (Lancaster) 288, 444 Ann 359 Atlantic (Bispham) 410, 411 Charles [450] 50, 444, 445 David [167] .. . .288, 289, 290, 444, 445 David [451] 444 Edith [458] 446 Edward C 384 Eleanor ( Long) 443 Eli 448 Eliza ( Eastburn) 443 Elizabeth 203, 293 Elizabeth 268, 384, 385 Elizabeth (Green) 288 Elizabeth [170], 253, 288, 289, 290, 362, 370. Elizabeth [442] 443 Elizabeth (Rogers) 288, 442, 445 Elizabeth [457] 442, 446 Elizabeth (Woolman) 446 Esther [461] 446 Hannah (Stockdell) [72], 198, 288, 289, 290, 362 Hannah [169] 288, 289, 290, 447 Hannah ( Hinchman) 293 Hannah 362 Hannah [441] 443 Hannah [453] 445 Hannah ( Hatcher) 446 Hannah (Morgan) [473] 448 Harriet (Stockton) 446 Israel [448] 444 Jacob 283 Jacob (Captain) 380 Jarves [168] 288, 290, 442, 445 Jarves, Jr. [456] 446 John 50 486 INDEX PAGE Stokes, John, Jr.. 198, 288, 289, 290, 362 John 288 John, 3rd [166] ... .288, 289, 290, 443 John [444] 443 John L. [449] 444 John [454] 446 Joseph, 136, 185, 196, 234, 243, 255, 270, 379, 410, 411. Joseph 416 Joseph [459] 446 Joshua 364, 384, 385 Judith 185 Judith 185 Martha 185 Martha [452] 442, 445 Mary [165] 288, 443 Mary 290 Mary 410 Mary [440] 443 Mary [460] 446 Mordecai [464] 446 Mordecai, 2nd [466] 447 Rachel [171] 288, 447 Rachel (Wright) 384 Rachel [443] 443 Rachel ( Burr) 444 Sabilla 268, 410. 412 Samuel 250, 267, 293 Samuel (M.D.) [446] 443 Samuel [463] 446 Sarah (Borton) 444 Sarah (Thompson) 446 Sarah [465] 447 Stockdell [447] 443 Stockdell [462] 446 Susan [445] 443 Susan ( Meyers) 443 Susannah (Newton) 288, 443 Tacy ( Jarrett) 444 Thomas 1 76, 444 Thomas 278, 279, 384 William [439] 443 William [455] 446 Wilhelmina (Metzgar) 446 PAGE Stoolman, Charles 121 Stork, Ro 210 Stratton, Benjamin 284 Charles C. (Gov.) 284 Ephriam 365 James (M.D.) 284 Mary (Creighton) 284 Sarah (Austin) 284 Street, Ann 358 Stretch, Peter 361 Striker, Sarah 378 Styles, Joseph 202 Sullivan, General 323, 325 Sunderland, William 108 Surveyor General 37, 146 Suslmann, Peter 218, 219 Sutton, Mary 145 William 145 Swain, Aaron (M.D.) 305 John 175 Mary (Buzby) [56] 175 SwETT, Joseph C 423 Swink, Barbara 330 Sykes, Anthony, 213, 230, 298,299, 304, 305 Anthony 214 Benjamin 213 Joanna 98, 205, 212, 213, 214 Joanna 213 John 98. 113, 205, 209 to 214, 232 John 214 Mary 212, 213 Samuel 213, 214 Symmes, John C. (Judge) 316 Talbot, Elizabeth 374 John (Rev.) 33 Talman, James 283 Tallman, Mr 303 Tantum, Elizabeth 98 Elizabeth, Jr 210 John 98, 99 Taylor, Abigail (French) Lewis [29], 92, 107, 231. Abigail 431, 433 INDEX 487 PAGE Taylor, Alice 427 Amos 433 Charles 232 Charles 433 Charles F 435 Elizabeth 433 Enoch 435 Jacob 92, 107, 231 Jacob 431, 433 John 217 John 435 Lewis 433 Lydia 92, 231 Lydia 433 Mary 141 Mr 313, 318 Rebecca 282 Rebecca 431, 432, 433 Sarah 205 Temple, James 281 Pe 281 Test, John 75, 153 Thackra, Thomas 283 Thay, Mary 433 Thomas, Edward (Capt.) 299 Eunice (French) [118] 234,240 Daniel 144 Gabriel 37, 38 Jane W 295 Jonas 234, 240 Joseph 283 William 44, 46 William 267 Thompson, John 254 Joshua 257 Keziah (French) [134] 254 Samuel 291 Sarah (Wood) [174] 291 Sarah 447 Simon 46 Thorn, Enoch 336 Hannah Z 401 Isabella (Cheesenian) 149 pace Thorn, Isaac 295 John 298 Joseph (Capt.) 149 Keziah 149 Mary (Scholey) [198] 295 Rebecca (French) [271] 336 Thorne, John 113 Joseph 113 Katherine 96 TiCE, Martha 159 Tichborne, Robert 281 Till, Elizabeth 205 TiLLTON, Joseph 233 Mary 118 Tillyer, Letitia (Breintnall) [80], 201, 203 TiLTON, Abraham 217 Todd, Dolly (Payne) 285 James 355 John 285 ToMLiNSON, Joseph 270 Richard 141, 142, 143, 176 Sarah (Buzby) 141 TowLE, Percivall 68 Toy, Daniel 250 Savory 361, 371 Tyler, Elizabeth 271 Vail, Mary 426 Van Horn, Charlotte (French) [266], 335 Jesse 335 Vankide, Charles 220 Vanneman, Nancy 386 Vansciver, James 349, 350 Varnum, General 343 Vaughn, Samuel 429 Venhorn, William 371 Venn, John 281 Very, Hannah 327, 328 Hannah 327 Samuel (Capt.) 327, 328, 329 Vroom, Governor 444 Walker, John 120, 121, 123 488 INDEX PAGE Walker, Mary P 295 Wall, James 31S Walter 318 Wallace, Mary 250 Waller, Har 281 William, Sir 46 Walles, Tho 121 Wallis, Ann 128, 129 John 250 Thomas, 73, 74, 120, 121, 123, 128, 129, 130. Walton, Elizabeth 214 Rebecca 201 William 141, 143 Ward, David 349 John 349 Warder, Jeremiah, Jr 303 Ware, Mark 421 Waring, Rebecca 98 Warner, Nathaniel 220 Warren, John 96, 209 Warrick, Anthony, Jr 337 Sarah (French) [277] 337, 338 Warrington, Abraham, 237, 359, 364, 365, 366, 369, 370. Abraham, Jr 370 Hannah 253, 362, 363, 364 Henry, 196, 238, 365, 366, 367, 369, 416, 417. Henry, Jr 370 John 368 Joseph 238, 367, 369 Mary (Roberts) 362 Thomas 258, 357, 362, 363 Washington, George (Genl.), 20, 310, 311, 313, 319, 320, 321, 322, 324. Martha 321 Watson, Amy 433 Elizabeth 433 John F 183 John 196 Marmaduke 99, 100 Mary 433 page Watson, Thomas 433 William 115 William 423 Watts, Joseph 98 Wattson, Mathew 97 Waugh, Jane 46 Wauton, Valentine 281 Way, Caleb 313 Wayne, Mary 282, 436 W.-VYTE, Tho 281 Weatherill, Christopher 68 Webster, Hope ( French) 436 Lawrence 364 Weed, George 250, 283 Weeks, Richard 283 West, Hannah (Coate) [87] 203 William 203 Westi.and, Nathaniel 79, 80 Wetherby, Edmund 423 Wetherill, Christopher 94, 111, 150 Phoebe Ill Thomas 150, 207 Weyman, Edward 201 Rebecca (Breintnall) [77] 201, 203 Robert (Rev.) 33 Wh alley, Edw 281 Wheate, Benjamin 142, 150, 176 Mary 142, 176 Wheatly, Ann 313 Caleb 204 Joseph 313 Sarah (Scholey) 204 Wheeler, Robert 124 Whitall, James 292 Sarah (French) [760] 12 White, Bishop 375 Elizabeth 44 Esther 213 Esther (French) 241 James 218, 219 Jeremy 45 John 85 Josiah 250 INDEX 489 PAGE White, Rebecca 270 William 192 Whitekield, Richard 147 Whitehead 45 WiCKWARD, Hannah 158, 163 Rachel 158, 163, 171 Samuel 158, 163, 169, 171, 175 Sarah (Mason) 65, 158 Sarah (Buzby) [59] 175 William 158 WicKWARE, Sarah 160 WiCKWART, Sarah 159, 160 Wilcox, Joseph 351 WiLKixs, Ann (French) [138], 268, 277, 377, 379. Ann (Hollingshead) [377] ..378,424 Anna [337] 378 Charles [341] 378 Elizabeth ( Eyre) 377 Hannah [335] 378 Isaac [339] 378,424 Jacob 268, 377, 378, 379 Jacob [338] 378 John 292 Lydia (Hazelton) 378 Mary 242, 340 M. 291 Samuel [336] 378 Sarah 257 Sarah (Striker) 378 Theodosia (Lippincott) 378 Thomas 272, 351, 377, 378 Thomas [340] 378 Uriah [334] 377 William 368, 370 Wilkinson, Nathaniel 158, 286 Rachel (French) Fenton [47], 158,286 William, Conqueror, The 39 William III 84, 189 Williams, Asher 318 Tatum 283 Willis, George 103 WiLLiTS, Rebecca M 421 PAGE WiLLOTT, Kesia 271 Wills, Aaron 289, 407 Abel 407 Ann [363] 406 Charles [366] 406 Daniel (Dr.) 48, 50, 75 Daniel I(i7, 197, 287, 406 Elizabeth 191, 196, 407 Elizabeth, Jr 191 Elizabeth (Woolston) 287, 406 Elizabeth (French) [ 142], 268, 277, 406 to 409. Elizabeth [365] 406 Elizabeth 406, 407 George 50 Hannah 407 Hope 197 Hope 407 James 163, 166, 169, 171, 172 James 268, 406, 407, 408 John, 94, 150, 151. 153, 177, 191, 196, 287. John 196 John 425 Joseph 409 Lettice [362] 406 Margaret 406, 407 Mary 175, 287 Mary 197 Mary 406, 407 Micajah 400, 401, 406, 407 Moses 268, 406, 407, 425 Moses, Jr. [367], 406, 408, 409, 426, 430 Rachel 407 Rebecca 191 Rebecca ( Heulings) 406 Rebecca [364] 406 Rebecca W. (Ulack) [386], 406, 426, 429. Ruth 407 Zebedee 368, 370 Wii.LSiOKD, John 112, 115 WiLLSON, Robert 97 490 INDEX PAGE Wilson, Elizabeth 389 Mathew 220 Rebecca 337 Robert 112 Thomas 99 William 432 Winner, Abraham 259 WoGAN, Tho 281 Wood, Ann [784] 408 Anna [176J 291 Charles [783] 408 Constantine 119, 291 Elizabeth (Wills) [365] 405,408 Francis 292 Hannah (Ladd) 291 Henry 291, 292 Isaac 65, 142, 174, 176 John 98, 231, 298, 299 John 291 Jonathan 1 74 Joseph 317 Letitia [175] 291 Mary 119, 169 Mary [49] 174 Rachel (Stockdell) [74], 198, 291, l^^l Rachel [173] 291 Richard [782] 408 Sarah (French) [10], 65, 76, 77, 174 Sarah [174] 291 Susan 222, 326 Thomas 144 Thomas 406, 408 William 94, 96, 112, 113 William 198, 283, 291, 292 William, Jr. [172], 231, 291, 292, 298, 302. Woodward, Anne 301 Anthony 96, 295 Constance (Williams) 295 Hannah 95, 98, 301 Joseph 301 Margaret 295 WoOLi.EY, John 118 pa(;e Woolly, Lidya 118 Marcy 118 WooLMAN, Abigail 446 Asher 445, 446 Beulah 440 Elizabeth 196 Elizabeth 446 Granville 445 Hannah (Stokes) 445 John 50, 142, 176 Jonah 290 Martha [780] 408 Rachel 440 Rachel (Engle) 446 Rachel (Xorcross) 445 Rebecca (Wills) [364] 406, 408 Samuel 190, 196 Samuel 406, 408 WooLSTON, Ann (French) [48] 158 Elizabeth 287 John. . .30, 70, 71, 72, 102, 103, 189, 287 Joshua 158, 171 Michael 165, 169 Samuel 169 WooLSTONE, John 152 WoRiNTON, Jose])h 352 Wright. Fretwell 299, 433 Isaac 433 Jonathan 167, 190, 433 Joshua 99, 250 Mary 213, 433 Mathew 220 Rebecca 213 Rebecca 213 Samuel 110 Sarah 295 Thomas 156. IhO, Idl. 211 Yates, Mary 358 York, Duke of (James II) 17, 25, 37 Zane, Elizabeth 340 Hannah 213 Rebecca 394 INDEX OF NAMES OF PLACES. I'AUE Abington, Pa 14b, 147 Abraham Heights 322 Adams, N. J 373 Albany 322, 323 Alexandria, Va. ..326, 327, 328, 329, 330 Allegheny Mountain, Pa.. 316, 317, 325 Allentown, N. J 209 Alliance, O 307 Almonesson, N. J 240 Amboy 302 America, 17, 32, 33, 36, 39, 48, 84, 93, 112, 141, 142, 157, 161, 176, 178, 181, 183, 189, 193, 195, 200, 225, 280, 291, 312, 317, 321, 332, 401, 411, 449. Amity Twp., Pa 307 Ancocas (Rancocas), N. J., 440, 445, 447 Ancocas (Rancocas) Creek, 118, 157, 160, 289. Asheford-ix-the-Watek, Eng 214 Ashen, Eng 112 AsHSWAMP, N. J 309 AssissicuNCK Creek, N. J 306 Atsion, N. J 113 Baltimore, Md 297 Banbury, Eng 44, 46 Bath, Eng 47 Bedford, Pa 316 Belfast, O 301 Belmont Co., O 307 Bergen, N. J 25 PAGE Berks Co., Pa 307 Berkshire, Eng 39 Beverly, N. J 445 Bickerstaff, Eng 411 Billinghurst, Eng 389 Bi.ooMFiELD Twp., Pa 301 Blue Mountain 314 Bordentown, N. J., 100, 206, 207, 209, 211, 214, 221, 231, 232, 233, 335, 433. BoRTON, Eng 46 Brandywine (Battle of), 309, 323, 324 Bridlington (Burlington), N. J. .. 29 Bristol, Pa 323 Brownsville, Pa 308, 321 Bucks Co., Pa., 204, 289, 330, 334, 405, 441, 448. Budds Ferry 317 BuGBRooK, Eng 40, 41 Bunker Hill 322, 324 Burlington, N. J., 18, 19, 21, 22, 26, 28 to 38, 48, 49, 56, 67, 68, 69, 70, 72, 75, 76, 81, 82, 84, 85, 88, 90, 91, 94, 96, 98, 102 to 111, 117, 122, 124, 128, 134, 135, 142, 149, 150, 151, 153, 159, 166, 174, 176, 178, 181, 183, 187, 188, 190, 191, 194, 195, 196, 202, 204, 207, 214, 219, 229, 230, 231, 241, 249. 252, 257, 262, 263, 265, 266, 274, 278, 279, 285, 323, 327, 334, 349, 401, 427, 437, 445, 448. 491 492 INDEX PAGE BuRi.iXGTON Co., N. ]., 48, 74, 79, 83, 86 to 95, 102 to 113, 116. 119, 121, 124 to 130, 133, 134, 135, 136, 142, 148, 152, 154, 156, 157, 158, 160, 161, 162, 164, 167, 172, 174 to 178, 180, 181, 185, 186, 187, 190, 195, 196, 198, 199, 203, 204, 205, 207, 208, 210, 212, 213, 214, 216, 217, 219, 222 to 233, 240, 242, 244 to 248, 251, 254, 260, 261, 263, 265, 267, 269, 271, 273, 287, 288, 289, 293 to 297, 299, 301, 302, 303, 305, 306, 307, 309, 311, 313, 320, 322, 324, 326, 330, 344, 347, 349, 353, 356, 357, 372, 374, 386, 400, 401, 402, 406, 408, 409, 411, 414, 417, 418, 419, 422, 427, 429, 430, 431, 433, 440, 442, 444 to 447, 449. Burnt Cabins, Pa 315 Bury, Eng 291 Byberry, Pa 146 Calikorxia 322 Camden, N. J., 12, 25, 34, 117, 137, 149, 341, 342, 353, 354, 420, 445. Camden Co., N. J., 149, 269, 282, 337, 388, 420, 421. Canada 308, 321, 322, 324 Carlisle, Pa 314 Carolina 143 Carolinas 17 Cedar Creek, N. J 299, 300, 305 Chambers Town (Ciiambersburg), Pa 315 Chari.bury, Eng 46 " Chees Quakes " 302 Cheltenham, Pa 146 Chester (N. J.), 97, 236, 237, 254, 256, 259, 272, 342, 352, 365, 367, 368, 373. Chester River 122 Chester Twp., N. J., 84, 85. 86. 88. 89, page 116, 118 to 126, 130, 133, 134, 135, 150, 152, 194, 195, 196, 240, 242, 244, 246, 247, 248, 254, 260, 261, 263, 265, 267, 341, 344, 347, 349, 351, 353, 356, 357, 362, 372, 406, 414, 418, 447. Chesterfield (N. J.), 95, 98, 112, 209, 210, 211, 212, 214, 215, 216, 217, 232, 235, 331, 433. Chesterfield Twp., N. J., 101, 112, 154, 204, 205, 207, 212, 214, 225, 227, 295, 301, 305, 427, 431, 433. Chestertown (Moorestown), N. J., 373 China 308. 321 "Christeene" (Christiana) Creek. Del 83, 84 Chygoe (Matinnicunck) Island, N. J 29 Cincinnati, O 297, 325 " Clithrice " (Cmtheroe). Eng. ... 291 CoGGS, Eng 44 CoLESTOWN, N. J 240, 241 Columbiana Co., O 326 Columbus, N. J Ill, 326, 429 CoNESTOGA Creek. Pa 314 Connecticut 49, 332, 422 Connecticut Farms 310 Connecticut River 25 Cornwall, Eng 405 CoRYELLS Ferry 324 Craft's Creek, N. J Ill Crawford Co., Pa 301 " Crewcorne " (Morrisville) Pa., 204, 448, 449. Cropsody, Eng 46 Cropwell, N. J 122 Crosswicks, N. J., 30, 34, 93. 112, 113, 114, 205, 208, 209, 216, 217, 221, 303, 304. 309. Crosswicks Creek 217 Crown Point 312 Cuba 325 Cumberland Co., N. J 284, 380 INDEX 493 PAGE Danvers, Mass 327 Darby, Pa 323 Delanco, N. J 445 Delaware Twp., N. T 149 Delaware 422 Delaware River, II, 16, 18, 25, 26, 29, 32, 72, 83, 84, 104, 137, 183, 204, 313, 323, 324, 332, 334, 336, 396, 448. Deptford Twp., N. J 240, 423 Derbyshire, Eng 214 District of Columbia 334 Doctor's Creek, N. J 207, 216, 217 DoNKSEs Ferry 313 Downingtown, Pa 313 Dublin Twp., Pa 146 East Indies 431 East Jersey 26, 77, 136, 223, 224, 449 Easton, Pa 439 Eaton, Eng 181 Edgwater, N. J 445 Egg Harbor, N. J 449 Elizabeth Town (Elizabeth), N. J., 324 Elizabethtown, Pa 314 Ellisburg, N. J 149 England, 25, 26, 27, 29, 35, 39, 41, 43, 64, 66, 68, 69, 70, 76, 80, 83, 89. 92, 93, 111, 112, 124, 137, 138, 139, 141, 148, 150, 156, 157, 158, 174, 181, 183, 184, 187, 189, 201, 204, 214, 241, 280, 281, 291, 292, 326, 335, 380, 405, 411, 422, 427, 449. Esopus, N. Y 322 Europe 405 Evesham, N. J., 34, 199, 236, 237, 238, 239, 256, 257, 258, 259, 260, 272, 342, 351, 357, 358, 359, 363, 364, 365, 367, 368, 369, 370, 376, 377, 379, 384, 390, 407, 408, 413, 414, 424, 425, 428. page Evesham Twp., N. J. 122, 150, 158, 194, 198, 242, 269, 287, 376, 386, 400, 402. Falls, Pa 29, 30, 204, 334 Falls Twp., Pa 204, 334 Falls Church, Va 330 Falls of Ohio 325 Fayette Co., Pa. ..307, 308, 311, 320, 358 Fellowship, N. J 269. 411, 412 " Ferry Road," N. J 138 " Forks of Yough " 319 Fort Edward 322 Fort George 322 Fort Littletown, Pa 315 Fort Nassau, N. J 25 Flushing, L. 1 101, 223 France 41, 124 Frankfokd, Phila 139, 140 " Franklin Park," N. J 49 Franklin Twp., Pa 320 Freehold, N. J 304 Galloway Twp., N. J 423 Genessee Co., N. Y 325 Germantown, Phila 323, 439 " Gillford," N. J 419 " Glocester Town," N. J 38, 423 Gloucester, Eng 39 Gloucester, N. J., 149, 192, 273, 309, 382 Gloucester Twp., N. J., 190, 192, 338, 423 Gloucester Co., N. J., 126, 128, 137. 148. 149, 186, 188, 190, 192. 193. 195, 198, 200, 240, 241, 269, 271, 273, 275, 276, 278, 279, 282, 283, 284, 291. 308, 321, 330, 338, 339, 380, 381, 382, 386. 388. 391. 395. 396, 399, 406, 410. 411, 420, 422. 423, 424, 426, 433. 436. Great Britain, 126, 128, 130, 145, 157, 173. 423. Great Egg Harbor, N. J 348 Great Egg Harbor Twp., N. J 423 494 INDEX pa(;e " Green Hill," N. J 29 Greenwich Twp., N. J., 269, 388, 391, 395, 396, 399, 407, 423. Haddonkield, N. J., 34, 117, 119, 138, 234, 235, 236, 243, 256, 257, 258, 269, 270, 271, 273, 282, 284, 285, 291, 303, 309, 323, 324, 379, 381, 385, 390, 391, 419, 420, 421, 433. Hanover 227 Hanover Twp., N. J., 203, 231, 302, 305 Harrison Twp., N. J 269, 388 Hastings, Eng 39 Hatcher's Run, Va 439 Havana 325 Haycock Twp., Pa 289 Holland 25, 124 Hornerstown, N. J 295 Howell's Ferry 324 Hudson River 26, 322 Hull, Eng 183, 427 Hunterdon Co., N. J 89, 214, 317 Ilchester, Eng 47 Indian Springs, Md 297 Ireland 39, 41, 124 Jacksonville, N. J 306 Jamaica 325 Jamestown 17 Jerico, N. J 380 Jersey (Island) 25 Juniata 315 Kayne Parish, Eng 405 Kentucky 308, 317 " King's Highway," N. J., 138, 285, 342, 419. King's Hutton, Eng 46 Kingston, N. Y 322 Kingston, Ja 325 Kirkwood, N. J 337 Lake Champlain 322, 323 PAGE Lake St. Peter 322 Lamberton, N. J 330, 331, 333 Lancashire, Eng 291 Lancaster, Pa 314 Lawrenceville, N. J 296 Leicester, Eng 21 Libraries Burlington 12, 207 Camden 12 Friends', Philada., 15th St 12 Friends', Philada., 16th St 12 Haddonfield 12 Philadelphia 12 Woodbury 12 Ligonier Valley, Pa 317 Little Kanawha 317 Little Red Stone Creek, Pa 325 Little Timber Creek, N. J 382 London, Eng., 26, 27, 37, 46, 48, 54, 92, 111, 112, 279, 280. 411. Long Island 100, 101, 279, 280 Louisville, Ky 308 Lower Makefield Twp., Pa 330 Maine 332 Mansfield Twp., N. J., 93, 95, 102, 103, 104, 105, 106, 109, 150, 154, 204, 205, 206, 210, 222 to 229, 287, 296, 305, 307, 313. 320, 322, 376, 409, 427, 429, 430. Mantua Creek, N. J 192 Maryland 17, 99. 141, 143,297 Massachusetts 327, 328. 332, 422 Matanzas, Cuba 439 Mattacopeny, N. J 449 Mesopotamia, Ohio 112 Miami Settlement 319 MiCKLETON, N. J 391, 398 Middlesex, Eng 39 Middlesex Co., N. J 294, 449 Middletown, Pa 314 Middletown Twp., Pa 441 Mill Creek 73, 290 INDEX 495 PAGE MiLTOx, E.VG 139, 174 Mississippi 321, 325 Monmouth, N. J 113, 304, 309 Monmouth Co., N. J., 136, 295, 299, 304, 305, 440. Monmouth Court House 324 MoNONGAHELA Rrer 314, 325 MooRESTOWN, N. J., 34, 116, 117, 240, 241, 242, 247, 251, 253, 254, 269, 285, 341, 342, 349, 351, 362, 373, 384, 410, 411, 414, 419. Morris Co., N. J 89 MoRRisTowN, N. J 324, 325 Morrisville, Pa 448 Mount Ephriam, N. J 137 Mount Holly, X. J., 12, 34, 195. 203, 309, 324, 411, 417, 429. Mount Hope, N. J 224 Mount Independence 312, 323 Mount Pleasant, N. J 223, 224, 230 Mount Skitt, N. J 289 Mullica Hill, N. J., 269, 388, 391, 396, 397, 398. Naraticon (Raccoon) Creek 396 Na\-esink, N. J 304 Neshaminy, Pa 232 Nether Heyford, Eng., 39, 40, 41, 43, 64, 65, 76, 83, 92, 93, 116, 139, 148, 158, 174. New Amsterdam 17 Newark, N. J 312. 324, 325 Newbottle Grove, Eng 39 New Brunswick, N. J 208 New England, 22, 26, 93, 100, 223, 328, 422. New Hampshire 332 New Jersey, 17, 19, 25, 26, 29, 30, 33, 35, 36, 37, 39, 41, 48, 81, 82, 83, 89, 102, 103, 104, 106, 109, 111, 113, 124. 126, 127, 128, 130, 133, 149, 153, 154, 156, 160, 162, 164, 172, 173, 175, 177, 178, 179, 180, PAGE 181, 183, 188, 190, 192, 193, 195, 196, 200, 202, 204, 206, 207, 208, 210, 211, 212, 213, 216, 219, 224, 225, 226, 227, 239, 244, 246, 247, 252, 261, 265, 266, 269, 271, 273, 276, 278, 280, 284, 297, 298, 302, 303, 305, 308, 310, 311, 313, 314, 317, 318, 320, 322, 323, 324, 325, 332, 333, 338, 344, 349, 353, 361, 372, 374, 375, 382, 384, 389, 391, 395, 400, 401, 402, 409, 414 to 423, 430, 433. 436, 448, 449. New Netherlands 17 New Orleans 321, 325 Newport, R. 1 100 Newton 117, 137. 138, 187,279 Newton Twp., N. J., 34, 200. 282. 423, 436 Newton Creek 137 New York, 81, 82, 124, 149, 178, 193, 306, 308, 309, 319, 321, 322, 323, 325, 332, 389, 422, 448. New York City, 37, 49, 157, 306, 321, 324 North America 93 Northampton, Eng.. 39, 44, 45, 89, 112 Northamptonshire, Eng., 39, 44, 112, 157 Northampton River, N. J., 50, 71, 72, 73, 85, 152, 190, 195, 274. Northampton Twp., N. J., 102, 150, 158, 159, 161, 162, 167, 172, 190, 195, 287, 408, 442, 445. North Carolina 99, 141, 143 North Mountain 315 Nottinghamshire, Eng 181, 183 Nottingham Twp., N. J.. 92, 95, 181, 208, 216, 217, 219, 294, 296. Ohio 112. 297, 301. .^07. 322. 326 Ohio River 325 Olney, Phila 139 Orange, N. J 325 OxpoRD, Eng 46 Oxfordshire, Eng 43, 46 Oxford Twp., Pa 139, 144, 146 496 INDEX PAGE Paris, France 49 Pennsbury, Pa 89 Pensaukin Creek, N. J., 34, 73, 74, 116, 122, 194, 196, 269, 345, 411. Pennsylvania, 18, 19, 26, 28, 30, 33, 35, 37, 89, 139, 141, 142, 144, 146, 157, 160, 174, 183, 185, 198, 203, 204, 205, 212, 289, 303, 307, 308, 309, 311, 313, 318, 320, 321, 324, 326, 331, 332, 334, 335, 336, 358, 378, 389, 405, 406, 422, 448, 449. Pequea Valley, Pa 313 « Petticoat Bridge," N. J 306 Philadelphia, 13, 21, 25, 30, 34, 35, 38, 49, 83, 113, 117, 139, 144, 145, 146, 147, 157, 160, 174, 175,200, 201, 203, 205, 207, 208, 211, 212, 214, 215, 216, 217, 220, 223, 231, 232, 253, 269, 270, 285, 294, 295, 299, 303, 306, 307, 309, 311, 313, 319, 320, 323, 324, 326, 331, 332, 336, 353, 374, 380, 410, 411, 412, 415, 422, 431, 432, 433, 434, 435, 439, 445. Philadelphia County 205 PiSCATAWAY, N. J 449 Pittsburg 325 Plymouth, Mass 17, 223 Point Independence 308 Prince Town, N. J 209, 302 Princeton, N. J 388 Quebec 308, 322 Raccoon Creek, N. J., 188, 269, 393, 396. Rancocas (Ancocas), N. J., 34, 64, 65, 93, 175, 194, 440, 444, 447. Rancocas (Rancokus, Ancocas), Creek, N. J., 48, 50. 66. 71, 72, 73, 84, 89, 157, 160, 185, 190, 289. Rancocas River 445 Reading, Pa 323, 324 Recklesstown, N. J 302 page Red Stone, Fayette Co., Pa 358 Rhode Island 100, 223, 332 Richland, Pa 444 Rodmantown (Moorestovvn), N. J., 373 Rostrover Twp., Pa 313,318 Salem, Mass 327, 328, 329 Salem, N. J., 18, 19. 26, 29, 30, 34, 117, 122, 174, 269, 273, 382, 422. Salem Co., N. J 380 Salem, Ohio 324 Sand Hills, N. J 207 Sandy Hook 304, 324 Santa Lucia, Cuba 439 Schuylkill 313 Scotchtown, Va 285 Scotland 39, 41 Shackamaxon, Pa 30, 146 Shippensburg, Pa 314 Shipton Parish, Eng 139 Short Hills, N. J 309, 323, 324 Shreveport, La 311 Shrewsbury, N. J., 18, 30, 116. 117, 136, 151, 223, 405. Skenesborough 323 Someksetshike, Eng 39, 47, 204 Sorel 311, 322, 323 South Mountain 313 Springfield, N. J 225, 310, 321, 324 Springfield Twp., N. J., 186, 187, 204, 293, 301, 305, 427, 449. St. Lawrence 322 St. Louis, Mo 308 Stanton-Harcourt, Eng 46 Stepney Parish, Eng 92, 111, 112 Stockton, Eng 183 Stony Brook, N. J 98, 186, 449 Stow Creek, N. J 380 " Strawberry Hill," N. J 49 Surrey, Eng 39 SUSQUEHANNAH 22, 314, 325 Sussex Co., Eng 389 Sussex Co., N. J 208, 209 INDEX 497 PAGE Sussex Court House, N. J 322 SwEDESBORo, N. J 188, 284 Swedes Run, N. J 194, 1% Tappax Bay 325 Tennessee 325 Thames 15 Three Rivers 30,S, 322 TiCONDEROGA 322 Timber Creek, X. J., 25, 188, 240, 382, 383, 389. Trenton, N. J., 12, 75, 114, 124, 149, 208, 209, 216, 217, 221, 285, 298, 299, 322, 324, 335, 347. 350, 356, 375, 388, 417, 422, 423. TuscARORA Mountain 315 United States, 19, 285, 312, 317, 325, 326, 332, 334, 373, 389, 422, 423. Upper Evesham 365 Upper Freehold Twp., N. J 440 Upper Norton, Oxford, Eng., 43, 44, 46 Upper Springfield, N. J 213, 226 Valley Forge, R\ 309, 321, 323, 324 Virginia, 99, 141, 143, 285, 325, 327, 328, 330. Vermont 332 Washington's Bottoms, Pa 319 Waterford Twp., N. J., 126, 149, 186, 269, 273, 275, 278, 386, 388, 406. 410, 423, 424, 426. Westfield, N. J 194 Westhampton Twp., N. J 50 West Indies 321, 325 West Jersey, 26, 29, 34, 36, 49, 70, 71, 72, 74, 75, 77, 79, 84, 85. 86, 88, 90, 95, 104, 105, 107, 112, 115, 117, 137, 142, 152, 156, 157, 176, 178, 180, 183, 185, 188, 189, 192, 196, 199, 200, 202, 204, 208, 223, 227, 241, 254, 279, 309, 380, 427, 444, 449. Westmoreland Co., Pa 313, 318 32 PAGE West Point 310, 323, 325, 388 Weymouth Twp., N. J 423 Whilton, Eng 64, 65 Whitehall, Eng 15, 281 White Horse Pike, N. J 337 White M.irsii, Pa 323, 324 Whitney, Exg 44 Wiccaco 336 Willingborough Twp., N. J., 50, 71, 74, 78, 79, 90, 102, 150, 152, 154, 156, 157, 175, 177, 178, 186, 198, 273, 274, 288, 289, 440, 445. Wiltshire, Exg 39, 449 Winchester, Va 327 Windsor Twp., N. J 294 Wolfe's Cove 322 Woodbridge, N. J 309 Woodbury, N. J., 12, 34, 240, 241, 269, 291, 339, 398, 423. Woodbury Creek, N. J 174, 279, 291 Woolwich Twp., N. J 423 Wrightstown, N. J 295 Wrightstown Twp., Pa 405 Wyoming, Pa 22 Yorkshire, Eng 39, 204 youghioghexy 317, 319 Churches Chri.st Church, Philadelphia, 185, 205, 253, 307, 374, 380, 410, 412. Colestown (St. Mary's) Church Colestown, N. J 240, 241 College Street Baptist Chapel, Xorthampton, Eng 44 Gloria Dei (Old Swedes) Philada., 336 Logan Square Presbyterian Church, Philadelphia 439 Second Presbyterian Church, Ger- mantown, Phila 439 S. S. Peter and Paul, Nether Hey- ford, Eng., 39, 40, 43, 64, 65, 83, 92, 116, 139, 148, 158, 174. 498 INDEX PAGE St. Mary's (St. Anne's) Church, Burlington, N. J 33,241,437 St. Michael's, Bugbrook, Eng. . . 40 St. Paul's, New York 49 Stowe IX Churches, Northamp- ton, Eng 40 Trinity Church, Swedesboro, N. J., 188 Trinity Church, Oxford, Philada., 146 Trinity Church, Moorestown, N. J. 241, 410 Friends' Meetings Abington Meeting, 140, 141, 143, 146, 147, 185. Abington Meeting Minutes, 140, 141, 143, 144, 146, 147, 185. Adams' Meeting 373 Bordentown Meeting 221 Burlington Meeting, 30, 34, 80, 89, 90, 111, 142, 160, 175, 206, 334. Burlington Meeting Minutes, 30, 31, 32, 66, 67, 68, 69, 70, 81, 94, 142, 150, 151, 159, 174, 176, 190, 191, 334, 439. Byberry Meeting 146 Camden Meeting 137 Chester Meeting (Moorestown), 34, 116, 236, 237, 242, 243, 253, 254, 256, 257, 260, 266, 272, 277, 342, 352, 359, 362, 365, 368, 373, 413. Chester Meeting (Orthodox) 373 Chesterfield Meeting (Crosswicks, N. J.), 30, 34, 97, 101, 112, 113, 114, 115, 181, 183, 186, 204, 206, 207, 211, 212, 215, 221, 235, 269, 294, 298, 300, 301, 302, 304, 331, 366, 432. Chesterfield Meeting Minutes, 94 to 101, 114, 183, 204, 208 to 216, 225, 232, 234, 298, 299, 300, 304, 305, 331, 432, 433. Dover Mo. Meeting (New Eng- land) 100 PAGE Dublin Meeting (Abington), Montgomery Co., Pa 141, 146 Evesham Meeting (Mt. Laurel, N. J.), 34, 236, 237, 238, 239, 254, 256, 257, 258, 259, 260, 266, 269, 272, 338, 342, 351, 357, 358, 361, 362, 363, 366, 371, 377, 379, 384, 390, 391, 407, 408, 413, 424, 428. Evesham Meeting Minutes, 236, 243, 256, 257, 258, 259, 260, 272, 338, 342, 343, 351, 352, 357 to 361, 363 to 371, 377, 379, 384, 390, 407, 408, 413, 414, 424, 425, 428. Falls Meeting (Penna.), 30, 330, 331, 334. Frankford Meeting 146 Green St. Meeting, Phila 146 Haddonfield Meeting, 34, 117, 138, 191, 195, 234, 243, 254, 255, 256, 257, 258, 266, 270, 272, 273, 291, 338, 378, 381, 384, 385, 390, 391, 398, 428. Haddonfield Meeting Minutes, 118, 119, 136, 159, 160, 185, 186, 187, 234, 235, 243, 255, 256, 257, 258, 266, 270, 272, 291, 378, 379, 381, 385, 391. Indian Springs Meeting (Md.), 297 Mickleton (Upper Greenwich) Meeting 391, 398 Moorestown Meetings 373 Mount Holly Meeting, 34, 195, 360, 377. Mount Holly Meeting Minutes.. 195 MuIIica Hill Meeting 391,396 Newton Meeting 34, 117, 137, 159 Newton Meeting Minutes 118, 136 Oxford Meeting 140, 146, 147 Philadelphia Yearly Meeting, 30, 445 Philadelphia Meeting Minutes, 35, 70, 139, 211, 212, 215, 432, 434. Philadelphia Mo. Meeting, 201, 215, 216, 254, 432, 434. INDEX 499 PAGE Pine St. Meeting, Phila 285 Rancocas (Northamjiton) Meet- ing 34, 50, 190, 195 Red Stone Meeting, Fayette Co., Penna 358 Salem Meeting, 30, 117, 257, 273, 381 Salem Meeting Minutes 273 Shrewsbury Meeting, East Jersey, 30, 141, 149, 151 Shrewsbury Meeting Marriage Record 117 Springfield Meeting 34,287 Upper Springfield Meeting, 213, 225, 226, 298. Woodbury Meeting 34, 391, 398 Wrightstown Meeting, Bucks Co., Penna 405 PAGE Marriage Certificates Brown, Preserve, Jr. — Mary French 210 Brown, Preserve, Jr. — Mary Sykes 212 Buzby, Richard — Hannah French, 142 Buzby, Nicholas — Mary French.. 176 French, Thomas — Jane Atkins... 65 French, Richard — Mary King. . . 95 French, Charles — Ann Clement.. 271 French, Jacob — Elizabeth Stokes. 384 French, Charles — Rebecca Taylor, 433 Hugg, John, Jr. — Mercy Middle- ton 190 Lippincott, Thomas — Mercy Hugg, 195 Shreve, Benjamin — Rebecca French 226 HISTORICAL INDEX. page 22 Bancroft, George, on the " Inner Light " Baptists and Quakers in Northamptonshire, Eng., 1660-1700 44 Berkley and Carteret's Colonization plans 25, 26, 27 Besse, Joseph, " Sufferings of the Quakers " 43, 44, 46, 47 Burlington, N. J., Settlement of, 1677-1690 28, 29, 30 Cadwallader, John (Gen.), in New Jersey Campaign, Dec, 1776 335 Chester Township's Aid to Phila. Yellow Fever Sufferers, 1793 353 Clinton, Sir Henry (Gen.), March through New Jersey, 1778 303, 304, 306, 309 Colonial Problems and Difficulties in West Jersey 25, 26 Colonial Traditions and Notable Landmarks 32, 34 Colonial loyalty to the British crown 26 Colonial Governors of New Jersey 30, 88, 89, 91, 124, 188, 231 "Concessions and Agreement of the Lords Proprietors," 1664 26 " Concessions and Agreements of Freeholders," 1676 27, 36, 37, 48 Cornbury, Lord, first Governor under Queen Anne 26 " Council of Proprietors " of New Jersey, 1687-1908 36, 37, 89 " Council of Safety " of New Jersey, 1776-1781 284, 298 Cromwell, Oliver, — Tribute to Friends 16 Duke of York (afterwards James II) 17, 25, 37, 45 English Revolution of 1648. — Judges of Charles 1 280, 281 500 INDEX PAGE Fenwick, John, and his Colony at Salem, N. J 19, 25, 26 Fox, George, — Message to Friends in America 21, 36 Franklin, William (Gov.) — Residence on French homestead, Rancocas, N. J 49 French, Thomas, progenitor, — Register of Cattle Marks 75 Friends' Rise and Progress in England and America 15, 18, 21, 28, 30 Friends' Persecution under Charles II Ih, 17, 25, 41, 44, 45, 47 Friends' first Meetings in New Jersey, 1678-1690 30 Friends' " School of the Prophets " 31 Friends' kindly relations with the Indians 18, 29 Friends' early Educational Movements 20, 21 Friends' Address to William III 84, 189 Gladstone, William E., on the American Constitution 19 Greene, Nathaniel (Gen.), in New Jersey campaigns 310 Haddonfield, N. J. — Revolutionary Reminiscences 284, 285 Henry VIII and the suffering Hollanders 45 Historical Society of Pennsylvania 12, 28, 37, 183 Historical Society of New Jersey 12 James I and the Puritan Leaders 40 Jennings, Samuel, first Colonial Governor of New Jersey 29, 30 Keith, George, and Keithians disovi^ned 35, 111 Lafayette, General, meeting with Lieut. John Shreve 321 Maxwell, William (Gen.), in Revolutionary War 308,309,322,324 Motto of the French family : Malo Mori Quam Fcedari 12 New Jersey settled under the Lords Proprietors 25, 26 New Jersey Constitutional guarantees of liberty and justice 27 New Jersey Marriage Bond of 1779 374 New Jersey in the War of 1812 422, 423 Odell, Jonathan (Rev.) — Tribute to Friends 33 Origin of the French family in England 39 Penn, William, as Law Giver 28 Penn, William, as a New Jersey Colonial Leader 17, 21, 25 to 28, 37, 48, 146, 389 Penn Charter School, Philadelphia, 1698 21, 35 " Petticoat Bridge " and how it was built, 1778 306 Prerogative Seal of New Jersey 77 Provincial Congress of New Jersey 297 Revolutionary Damages in Burlington County, N. J 298, 303, 343, 352 Shreve, Israel (Col.), at the Battle of Brandywine, 1777 309, 324 Shreve, Israel (Col.) — Journey to Western Pennsylvania 311 to 318 Social Life of New Jersey Colonists 33, 34 Surveyor General of New Jersey, Custodian of Records 37, 149 Thomas, Gabriel, early Historian of New Jersey, 1698 37, 38 Valley Forge — Revolutionary Camp, 1777-8 309. 321, 323, 324 /» y ^ RD-94 t INDEX 501 PAGE Washington, George (Gen.) 20, 311, .519, 320, 321, 324 Washington, Martha and Lieut. John Shreve 321 William the Conqueror at the Battle of Hastings, 10b6 39 " Kent " 16, 29, 48 Flie-boat " Martha " 204, 427 " Mary and Hannah " 411 " Paradise " 112 " Shield " ISl, 183, 204 " Welcome " 389 Vessels from England WASHINGTON'S LETTERS TO COL. SHREVE. (Associated Press Cablegram.) London, March 1, 1909. — Four letters or documents signed by Washington were sold at auction at Sotheby's today for $210 to a London dealer. 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