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Essex County Massachusetts Probate Records 1665-1674

Sample Last Will and Testament

The “Governor and Company of Massachusetts Bay” established a judicial system in 1628, with a General Court in Boston and quarterly courts in major towns like Salem and Ipswich by 1635. These courts managed probate matters, and after Essex County’s formation in 1643, individual probate courts were later established in 1692. These are the probate records from 1665 to 1674, sourced from various original documents, including detailed wills and estate settlements.

Seth Hastings Family of Clinton New York

Family Record of Dr Seth Hastings of Clinton, Oneida County, New York

The “Family Record of Dr. Seth Hastings, Senior” by Francis H. Hastings is a genealogical account that documents the ancestry and descendants of Dr. Seth Hastings, Sr., born in Hatfield, Massachusetts, in 1745. This work briefly traces his lineage back to Deacon Thomas Hastings, who emigrated from Ipswich, England, to New England on the ship Elizabeth in 1634. Deacon Thomas Hastings became a freeman in Watertown, Massachusetts, in 1635. The book then advances to a brief overview of the family of Dr. Seth Hastings, Sr., before delving into detailed records of his descendants. The genealogy extends to various families allied to the Hastings through marriage, incorporating a wide array of surnames.

The genealogy and history of the Ingalls family in America

The genealogy and history of the Ingalls family in America

Edmund Ingalls, son of Robert, was born about 1598 in Skirbeck, Lincolnshire, England. He immigrated in 1628 to Salem, Massachusetts and with his brother, Francis, founded Lynn, Massachusetts in 1629. He married Ann, fathered nine children, and died in 1648.

Descendants of Richard Kimball of Ipswich MA

Richard Kimball, originally from Rattlesden, Suffolk, England, arrived in New England in 1634 and settled in Ipswich, Massachusetts. A notable figure, he served as a wheelwright and became a freeman in 1635. He married Ursula Scott and later Margaret Dow, fathering nine children. His son, Richard Kimball (2), who moved to Wenham, continued the family’s prominence, holding various civic roles. The family lineage extended through several generations, notable for their involvement in local governance and the Revolutionary War, leading to descendants like John Kimball, a respected Easton merchant and postmaster.

Brookfield Massachusetts Warnings 1737-1788

Worcester County MA Warnings

The document lists warnings issued in Brookfield, Massachusetts from 1737 to 1788, detailing names and dates of individuals and families warned out of town. Under the 1692-3 act, towns could warn newcomers not residing for three months to avoid supporting them if they proved to be burdensome. The returns include various residents, many of whom became notable citizens, emphasizing that being warned did not necessarily indicate poverty or need. Each entry is organized by names and dates, reflecting local governance practices.

Gott Genealogy of Blue Hill, Maine

Historical Sketches of Bluehill Maine

Joseph Gott, originally from Mt. Desert, married Hannah Carter in 1812 and became a farmer and fisherman. Tragically, he was lost at sea around 1840. Their children included Lemuel, Harriet, Mary, Joseph, Sophia, Martha, and David. Joseph’s brother, David Gott, married Joanna Carter in 1808 but drowned in 1814. He had four children: Abigail, Joanna, Hannah, and David. This genealogy highlights the challenging lives of the Gott family in Blue Hill, Maine, during the early 19th century.

Carter Genealogy of Blue Hill, Maine

Historical Sketches of Bluehill Maine

The post recounts the genealogy of the Carter family in Blue Hill, Maine, beginning with James Carter, Sr., who settled there around 1770. His children, notably James Jr. and David, contributed to the family’s growth, with James Jr. marrying twice and having numerous descendants. The narrative details various branches of the family, including the offspring of James, David, and other family members, highlighting their contributions to local agriculture and community life. The post ultimately emphasizes the industrious nature and historical significance of the Carter lineage.

Muster Roll of Captain Daniel W. Clark’s Company

Title page to the Aroostook War

Muster Roll of Captain Daniel W. Clark’s Company of Infantry, in the Detachment of drafted Militia of Maine, called into actual service by the State, for the protection of its Northeastern Frontier, from the sixth day of March, 1839, the time of its rendezvous at Calais, Maine to the fifth day of April, 1839, when discharged or mustered.

A History of Swan’s Island, Maine

History of Swan's Island

Upon the very threshold of this historical sketch we find ourselves quite destitute of early public records for Swan’s Island. For over half a century from the settlement of this island until its organization as a plantation no municipal records were kept. But we are fortunate that H. W. Small saw purpose in bringing to light many private family records, old deeds showing what lots were occupied by the pioneer settlers; and written mutual agreements, which seem to have been often the result of arbitration on any disputed point where different claims to land conflicted with one another.

Biographical Sketch of A. M. Gott

Sue T. Harris Gott, born on July 6, 1846, in Spartanburg District, South Carolina, was the daughter of Charles and Jane Collins Harris. She married Alfred Mason Gott on November 8, 1869. Alfred, born on September 28, 1844, in Logan County, Illinois, served in Company A of Terry’s Texas Rangers during the Civil War. Sue T. Harris Gott passed away on March 30, 1916, leaving behind a legacy intertwined with a significant historical period.

Biography of Alfred Mason Gott

Alfred Mason Gott, born on September 28, 1841, in Illinois, is an esteemed figure from the era of Indian fighters and early pioneers. After serving in the Civil War with the Terry Texas Rangers, he moved to the Indian Territory, where he became a successful rancher and influential property owner, later engaging in town-site development and oil production. Married to Sue Harris for 46 years, he shared a life of prosperity and resilience. Now residing in Nowata with his niece, he possesses a wealth of historical artifacts and knowledge, reflecting on Oklahoma’s development.