The genealogical book analyzes the myth of a vast unclaimed fortune associated with William Carpenter’s American descendants, revealing it as a fabrication. James Usher details various branches of the Carpenter family, including Samuel Carpenter of Pennsylvania, William Carpenter of Massachusetts, Ephraim, Timothy and Josias Carpenter, of New York, and William Carpenter of Rhode Island.
In 1675, Peter Wright of Oyster Bay, Long Island, reportedly drowned in Virginia without leaving a will. In response to these circumstances, his daughter Hannah and son Gideon sought to appoint Gideon as the administrator of their father’s estate. This appointment was formalized on April 12, 1675, by E. Andross.
Captain John Underhill of Killingworth, Long Island, left his entire estate to his wife Elizabeth in his will, stipulating it would remain hers during her widowhood. He appointed his eldest son, also named John, along with others, as trustees for his children. Following Elizabeth’s death, the younger John assumed the role of administrator on November 4, 1675.
In his will dated February 16, 1668, Latimer Sampson of Oyster Bay bequeaths his estate to Grizzell Sylvester, the eldest daughter of Nathaniel Sylvester of Shelter Island, appointing her as executor alongside others. This document reflects both the personal connections of Sampson and the uncertainties of life during the period, as he prepared for a journey to Barbadoes. The will is witnessed by Christopher Foster, John Youngs, and Isaac Arnold.
Samuel Mayo, who once owned land in Oyster Bay, died intestate, leaving his property in the hands of Anthony Wright as security for a debt. Wright, as the sole creditor, has not improved the land due to the absence of a legal conveyance despite holding it for several years. Consequently, he has been appointed as the administrator of Mayo’s estate on February 2, 1670.
On November 4, 1667, John Richbell of Mamaroneck was granted Letters of Administration for the estate of Samuel Andrews, deceased, at the behest of Joanna Davison, widow of Nicholas Davison, and Richard Russell from Massachusetts. Nicholas Davison had previously been appointed Administrator in 1660 due to Andrews’ debts to Russell. With this new authority, Richbell was empowered to manage and settle all claims regarding Andrews’ estate, which was situated primarily in Oyster Bay and Horse Neck, Long Island.
William W. Rose, born on March 12, 1864, in Oyster Bay, New York, has established himself as a prominent architect in Kansas City over three decades. He led the architectural firm Rose & Peterson and significantly contributed to civic life, notably serving as mayor during tumultuous times. His tenure saw initiatives to municipalize waterworks and lighting, alongside challenges in enforcing liquor laws. Renowned for designing key Kansas City structures, Rose balanced a successful architectural career with active civic engagement and community leadership until his death.