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Charlton Massachusetts Warnings 1737-1788

The document lists names and details of individuals warned out of Charlton, Massachusetts, from 1737 to 1788, as recorded by the Court of Quarter Sessions. The practice originated from a 1692-3 act aimed at preventing dependence on towns for support from newcomers not warned out. The entries, organized by date, include families and individuals regardless of their economic status, indicating that warnings were not exclusively for the impoverished. Notable entries span decades, featuring numerous families and diverse circumstances.

Brookfield Massachusetts Warnings 1737-1788

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.

Bolton Massachusetts Warnings 1737-1788

The document outlines the warnings issued in Bolton, Massachusetts, from 1737 to 1788, detailing individuals, families, and children who were advised to leave the town to avoid becoming permanent residents. This practice was rooted in a 1692 act that aimed to protect towns from the financial burden of supporting newcomers deemed unfit. The names and circumstances of those warned are presented chronologically, demonstrating the diverse backgrounds of the warned individuals, many of whom were not necessarily impoverished.