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Abstracts of the Wills and Administrations of Accomack County, Virginia 1800-1860

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All Records in Abstracts of the Wills and Administrations of Accomack County, Virginia 1800-1860

  • Record #1
    Name
    Addison, Comfort
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    9 Feb 1802/30. Jul 1804.
    Abstract
    To daughter Susey Addison… & Negro boy George. To son William Addison the 1st child of Negr…
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1804-1806 p.140
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Addison, Comfort
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    9 Feb 1802/30. Jul 1804.
    Abstract
    To daughter Susey Addison… & Negro boy George. To son William Addison the 1st child of Negro woman Sarah. To daughter Susy my Negro woman Sarah with all her increase except the above mentioned. Probate 1804-1806
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1804-1806 p.140
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  • Record #2
    Name
    Addison, Euphany
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    23 Feb 1816/25 Mar 1816
    Abstract
    To daughter Catharine Addison my Negro girl Mary. To son James Addison 1/2 of said Negro's incre…
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1814-1816 p. 517
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Addison, Euphany
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    23 Feb 1816/25 Mar 1816
    Abstract
    To daughter Catharine Addison my Negro girl Mary. To son James Addison 1/2 of said Negro's increase.
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1814-1816 p. 517
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  • Record #3
    Name
    Addison, Euphany
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    31 Jan 1825
    Abstract
    Cash paid to Negro Isaac for legacies per will $23.
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1824-25 p. 584
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Addison, Euphany
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    31 Jan 1825
    Abstract
    Cash paid to Negro Isaac for legacies per will $23.
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1824-25 p. 584
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  • Record #4
    Name
    Ames, Elijah
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    24 Nov 1823
    Abstract
    Negro girl Tabitha is part of a legacy to Nancy Ames. Negro woman Grace, men Isaac & Abraham & b…
    Main Source Reference
    Order to Inv. 1824-25 w&c, p. 292.
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Ames, Elijah
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    24 Nov 1823
    Abstract
    Negro girl Tabitha is part of a legacy to Nancy Ames. Negro woman Grace, men Isaac & Abraham & boy Luke.
    Main Source Reference
    Order to Inv. 1824-25 w&c, p. 292.
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  • Record #5
    Name
    Ames, Jesse (St. George Parish)
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    26 Jan 1833/25 Nov. 1833
    Abstract
    All slaves above age 21 to be free at my death if the law will admit it & all under age 21 go fre…
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1828-1846 p.142
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Ames, Jesse (St. George Parish)
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    26 Jan 1833/25 Nov. 1833
    Abstract
    All slaves above age 21 to be free at my death if the law will admit it & all under age 21 go free at age 21. If the law will not admit them to go free, then they to be keep in the family.
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1828-1846 p.142
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  • Record #6
    Name
    Ames, John N.
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    30 March 1824
    Abstract
    Negroes: woman Comfort; boys Isaac and Luke & girls Jane. Negro Issac was paid in crops. Negro Lu…
    Main Source Reference
    Order to Inv. 1825-26 w&c, p. 550.
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Ames, John N.
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    30 March 1824
    Abstract
    Negroes: woman Comfort; boys Isaac and Luke & girls Jane. Negro Issac was paid in crops. Negro Luke sold.
    Main Source Reference
    Order to Inv. 1825-26 w&c, p. 550.
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  • Record #7
    Name
    Ames, Kendall
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    27 June 1839/31 Aug. 1840
    Abstract
    To half brother Elijah Boggs & nephew John S. Ames my Negro man Isaac.
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1828-46 w, p. 361
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Ames, Kendall
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    27 June 1839/31 Aug. 1840
    Abstract
    To half brother Elijah Boggs & nephew John S. Ames my Negro man Isaac.
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1828-46 w, p. 361
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  • Record #8
    Name
    Ames, Levin
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    4 Jan 1825/26 Sep 1825/31 Oct 1825
    Abstract
    To Zadock Ames Negro boys Bill & Park.
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1825-26 w&c, p. 368
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Ames, Levin
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    4 Jan 1825/26 Sep 1825/31 Oct 1825
    Abstract
    To Zadock Ames Negro boys Bill & Park.
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1825-26 w&c, p. 368
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  • Record #9
    Name
    Ames, Major
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    2 Jun 1824, 28 Jun 1824
    Abstract
    Negro woman Grace purchased by Jesse W. Ames
    Main Source Reference
    Order to Inv. 1825-26 w&c, p. 220.
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Ames, Major
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    2 Jun 1824, 28 Jun 1824
    Abstract
    Negro woman Grace purchased by Jesse W. Ames
    Main Source Reference
    Order to Inv. 1825-26 w&c, p. 220.
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  • Record #10
    Name
    Ames, Nathaniel
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    24 June 1805/27 Jan. 1806
    Abstract
    To the hire of a Negro woman Beck 2/3. To the hire of Comfort 2/3. To the hire of Moses 2/3.
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1804-06 w&c, p. 513.
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Ames, Nathaniel
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    24 June 1805/27 Jan. 1806
    Abstract
    To the hire of a Negro woman Beck 2/3. To the hire of Comfort 2/3. To the hire of Moses 2/3.
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1804-06 w&c, p. 513.
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  • Record #11
    Name
    Ames, Phillis
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    14 April 1816/29 June 1818
    Abstract
    At death if my Negro man Moses has paid $300 & interest from the date I purchased him then he sha…
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1817-18 w&c, p. 449.
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Ames, Phillis
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    14 April 1816/29 June 1818
    Abstract
    At death if my Negro man Moses has paid $300 & interest from the date I purchased him then he shall be free.
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1817-18 w&c, p. 449.
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  • Record #12
    Name
    Ames, Shadrack M.
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    18 Nov. 1834/26 Jan. 1835
    Abstract
    If my children sell or attempt to sell one of my Negroes; then they shall lose all rights to such…
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1828-46 w, p. 170.
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Ames, Shadrack M.
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    18 Nov. 1834/26 Jan. 1835
    Abstract
    If my children sell or attempt to sell one of my Negroes; then they shall lose all rights to such Negroes.
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1828-46 w, p. 170.
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  • Record #13
    Name
    Ames, Zorobabel
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    12 Mar 1810/24 Mar 1810
    Abstract
    Also noted Negro Seymour, Margaret Ames, Elijah Ames & paid over to Richard Ames, the guardian of…
    Main Source Reference
    Order to Inv. 1818-19 w&c, p. 237.
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Ames, Zorobabel
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    12 Mar 1810/24 Mar 1810
    Abstract
    Also noted Negro Seymour, Margaret Ames, Elijah Ames & paid over to Richard Ames, the guardian of the children.
    Main Source Reference
    Order to Inv. 1818-19 w&c, p. 237.
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  • Record #14
    Name
    Ames, Zorobabel
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    3 Dec. 1809/26 Feb 1801
    Abstract
    The whole of my estate except my Negroes to be sold… . To wife the remainder of my estate & …
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1809-12 w&c, p.163.
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Ames, Zorobabel
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    3 Dec. 1809/26 Feb 1801
    Abstract
    The whole of my estate except my Negroes to be sold… . To wife the remainder of my estate & the whole of my Negroes until they shall be free, the respective period known by reference to a Deed of Emancipation, except Negroes as I may fall heir to in right of my wife.... . Also the Negroes which I may fall heir to of the above estate, if over the age of 25, should have a choice either to go free or remain with my wife so that they could become free without leaving the state. When son George becomes of age he has access to estate over and above needed to support wife, children and their education. in case of wife's death or marriage before George is lawful age. All the profits from the time of service of my Negroes shall go to my daughters.
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1809-12 w&c, p.163.
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  • Record #15
    Name
    Andrews, Anna M.
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    10 Mar 1814/27 Feb 1815
    Abstract
    The whole of my estsate except my Negroes and to be divided into 6 parts. My Negroes to be sold …
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1814-16 w&c, p.115.
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Andrews, Anna M.
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    10 Mar 1814/27 Feb 1815
    Abstract
    The whole of my estsate except my Negroes and to be divided into 6 parts. My Negroes to be sold & proceeds to be divided into 6 parts as above.
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1814-16 w&c, p.115.
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  • Record #16
    Name
    Andrews, Robert
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    3 Mar 1803/9 Mar 1803
    Abstract
    Negroes: woman Pricilla and child Peter, Joe, and Stephen, legacy to widow boys Stephen, Bob, Ada…
    Main Source Reference
    Order to inv. 1806-09 w&c, p. 544.
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Andrews, Robert
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    3 Mar 1803/9 Mar 1803
    Abstract
    Negroes: woman Pricilla and child Peter, Joe, and Stephen, legacy to widow boys Stephen, Bob, Adam and girls Hessy, Comfort and woman Comfort. Hire of Negroes young Stephen, Adam & Leah.
    Main Source Reference
    Order to inv. 1806-09 w&c, p. 544.
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  • Record #17
    Name
    Andrews, Robert
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    21 Oct 1800/28 Feb 1803
    Abstract
    To wife Elizabeth Negro men Stphen& Joe. Remainder of my Negroes I leave for the benefit of my ch…
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1800-04 w&c, p. 595.
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Andrews, Robert
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    21 Oct 1800/28 Feb 1803
    Abstract
    To wife Elizabeth Negro men Stphen& Joe. Remainder of my Negroes I leave for the benefit of my children until the death of my mother at which time they shall be free.
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1800-04 w&c, p. 595.
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  • Record #18
    Name
    Annis, Custis
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    14 Jan 1850/26 May 1851
    Abstract
    To son Archibald.. & also my black girl Rachel.
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1846-82 w, p. 108.
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Annis, Custis
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    14 Jan 1850/26 May 1851
    Abstract
    To son Archibald.. & also my black girl Rachel.
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1846-82 w, p. 108.
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  • Record #19
    Name
    Annis, James S.
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    1 Aug. 1856/25 Aug. 1856
    Abstract
    My two Negroes Sarah & Leah to be sold for the best price.
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1846-82 w, p. 235.
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Annis, James S.
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    1 Aug. 1856/25 Aug. 1856
    Abstract
    My two Negroes Sarah & Leah to be sold for the best price.
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1846-82 w, p. 235.
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  • Record #20
    Name
    Arlington, John
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    10 Nov. 1818/7 Aug. 1822
    Abstract
    Negroes appraised: Mary, Caleb old, Caleb young,Daniel, Peter , Tom, Israel, Edmund, Bette, Brita…
    Main Source Reference
    Order to inv. 1821-23 W7c, p. 402
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Arlington, John
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    10 Nov. 1818/7 Aug. 1822
    Abstract
    Negroes appraised: Mary, Caleb old, Caleb young,Daniel, Peter , Tom, Israel, Edmund, Bette, Britannia, Aurey, Mary, Sarah & Esther.
    Main Source Reference
    Order to inv. 1821-23 W7c, p. 402
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  • Record #21
    Name
    Arlington, John
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    24 Sept. 1818/28 Sept. 1818
    Abstract
    Also to son John old Caleb, young Caleb and Negro woman Mary. Old Caleb and Mary are to stay on t…
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1818-19 w&c, p. 102
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Arlington, John
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    24 Sept. 1818/28 Sept. 1818
    Abstract
    Also to son John old Caleb, young Caleb and Negro woman Mary. Old Caleb and Mary are to stay on the land during their lives. To daughter Nancy my Negro boy Mark and girl Nell. To daughter Sally my Negro woman Tinny and her son Edward. To daughter Jane my Negro boy Jacob & girl Lydia. None of my Negroes shall be sold.
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1818-19 w&c, p. 102
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  • Record #22
    Name
    Arlington, John
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    26 Mar. 1849/27 Jan 1851
    Abstract
    To my sister Ann Edwards 5 Negro slaves Libby, George, Smith, Jim & Ann and the future increase o…
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1846-82w, p. 101.
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Arlington, John
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    26 Mar. 1849/27 Jan 1851
    Abstract
    To my sister Ann Edwards 5 Negro slaves Libby, George, Smith, Jim & Ann and the future increase of females until 1 Jan 1870 on condition that they are not sold or hired out of Accomack County & then they are to be free. To my three Negros Peter Underhill, Jesse & Caleb their freedom. To my niece Ann Rayfield Negro boy John until he arrives at age 21.
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1846-82w, p. 101.
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  • Record #23
    Name
    Ashby, David
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    31 Dec 1822/2 Dec 1823/30 Jan 1826
    Abstract
    Negro Zadock dug the grave.
    Main Source Reference
    Order to inv 1825-26 w&c, p. 525
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Ashby, David
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    31 Dec 1822/2 Dec 1823/30 Jan 1826
    Abstract
    Negro Zadock dug the grave.
    Main Source Reference
    Order to inv 1825-26 w&c, p. 525
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  • Record #24
    Name
    Ashby, James Sr.
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    5 July 1835/30 Jan 1837
    Abstract
    My slaves shall go free as follows: Branson, James, Sarah, Tamer Esther & Melinda at my death. Ed…
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1828-46 w, p. 222
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Ashby, James Sr.
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    5 July 1835/30 Jan 1837
    Abstract
    My slaves shall go free as follows: Branson, James, Sarah, Tamer Esther & Melinda at my death. Edmund on 1 Jan 1837; Sharlotte on 1 Jan 1838, Thomas and Mary on 1 Jan 1843; Joice and George on 1 Jan 1844; Charles and Esther (of Tamer) on 1 Jan 1846; Lewis and Sarah (of Tamer) & Sarah of Esther, Mary & Smith (of Melinda) on 1 Jan 1853. The children of the females I have set free will be free also.
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1828-46 w, p. 222
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  • Record #25
    Name
    Ashby, William Jr.
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    23 Feb 1824/27 & 30 Jan 1826
    Abstract
    Negroes men Shad and Peter; women Leah, Comfort, Adah & 2 children & Rachel; boys Tom, Smith, Lev…
    Main Source Reference
    Order to Inv. 1825-26 w&c, p. 517
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Ashby, William Jr.
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    23 Feb 1824/27 & 30 Jan 1826
    Abstract
    Negroes men Shad and Peter; women Leah, Comfort, Adah & 2 children & Rachel; boys Tom, Smith, Levin & Samuel & girl Sarah
    Main Source Reference
    Order to Inv. 1825-26 w&c, p. 517
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  • Record #26
    Name
    Ashby, William Sr.
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    3 May 1845/26 Jan 1846
    Abstract
    To my daughter Susan Phillips… & negro girl Esther until Esther arrives at age 25 & the to b…
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1846-82 w, p. 1
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Ashby, William Sr.
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    3 May 1845/26 Jan 1846
    Abstract
    To my daughter Susan Phillips… & negro girl Esther until Esther arrives at age 25 & the to be free. Boys Charles, George, Smith & Henry to be slaves to my son Benjamin Ashby until they arrive at age 25 & then be free.
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1846-82 w, p. 1
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  • Record #27
    Name
    Ayres, Francis
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    31 Dec 1804/ 29 July 1805
    Abstract
    Negro woman Roses and boy Peter.
    Main Source Reference
    Order to Inv. 1804-06, w&c, p. 435.
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Ayres, Francis
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    31 Dec 1804/ 29 July 1805
    Abstract
    Negro woman Roses and boy Peter.
    Main Source Reference
    Order to Inv. 1804-06, w&c, p. 435.
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  • Record #28
    Name
    Ayres, Frank
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    23 Sept 1804/31 Dec 1804
    Abstract
    Wife if she thinks proper to sell my Negro boy Peter for the benefit of my children Sally and Nancy.
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1804-06 w&c, p. 208.
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Ayres, Frank
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    23 Sept 1804/31 Dec 1804
    Abstract
    Wife if she thinks proper to sell my Negro boy Peter for the benefit of my children Sally and Nancy.
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1804-06 w&c, p. 208.
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  • Record #29
    Name
    Ayres, Margaret
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    7 Feb 1811/31/July 1815
    Abstract
    Buyers: Levin Ayres, Bob Justice (Negro) & Edgar (Negro).
    Main Source Reference
    Order to Inv. 1814-16 w&c, p. 227
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Ayres, Margaret
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    7 Feb 1811/31/July 1815
    Abstract
    Buyers: Levin Ayres, Bob Justice (Negro) & Edgar (Negro).
    Main Source Reference
    Order to Inv. 1814-16 w&c, p. 227
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  • Record #30
    Name
    Badger, Nathaniel
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    June 1811/26 Aug 1811
    Abstract
    Sale of Negro man Robin.
    Main Source Reference
    Order to Audit 1809-12 w&c, p. 374
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Badger, Nathaniel
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    June 1811/26 Aug 1811
    Abstract
    Sale of Negro man Robin.
    Main Source Reference
    Order to Audit 1809-12 w&c, p. 374
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  • Record #31
    Name
    Bagwell, Ann
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    12 Mar 1846/29 Jan 1849/28
    Abstract
    My Negro woman Darkey to be sold at public sale
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1846-82 w , p. 66
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Bagwell, Ann
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    12 Mar 1846/29 Jan 1849/28
    Abstract
    My Negro woman Darkey to be sold at public sale
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1846-82 w , p. 66
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  • Record #32
    Name
    Bagwell, Geoge P.
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    27 Feb 1828/10/11 & 15 Mar 1826
    Abstract
    Negroes: men Abel, Solomon, Littleton & Mosses emancipated; women: Sabrough & Rose emancipated; m…
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1826-28 w&c, p. 482
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Bagwell, Geoge P.
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    27 Feb 1828/10/11 & 15 Mar 1826
    Abstract
    Negroes: men Abel, Solomon, Littleton & Mosses emancipated; women: Sabrough & Rose emancipated; men Charles and boy Kiah legacy to Thomas; boy Henry and girl Ibley legacy to Margaret; girl Esther & boy Colly legacy to S.P. Burton; girls Mahala & Edy legacy to Elizabeth Poulson; boys Levy & Louis [no legacy named]; girls Melindy, Fanny & Caroline [no legacy named]; woman Nanna legacy to S.P. Burton
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1826-28 w&c, p. 482
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  • Record #33
    Name
    Bagwell, Geoge P.
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    3 Feb 1826/27 / 27 Mar 1826
    Abstract
    Leave land to son that adjoins that of Revel Dix and Negro Charles, one boy Kiah, 1/3 of my grist…
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1825-26 w&c, p. 583
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Bagwell, Geoge P.
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    3 Feb 1826/27 / 27 Mar 1826
    Abstract
    Leave land to son that adjoins that of Revel Dix and Negro Charles, one boy Kiah, 1/3 of my grist & saw mill & 1/3 of 7 acres adjoining Poulson's mill. To daughter Maragret ….Negro boy Henry & one girl Ibey & one bureau. To wife Margaret…& Negro woman Rose & at my wife's death or marriage Rose to be free or the liberty to serve any of my children if she will not accept her freedom. Abraham Crippen, free Negro, should have house & lot he now occupies during his life by paying $1 rent annually & upon his death the house to go to my Negro man Solomon & Sabra his wife during their life & then to the trustees of my daughter. Negroes Abel, Solomon & Sabra his wife to be free on condition now prescribed by law, other wise they shall be at liberty to serve my children as they please. To trustees... & my Negro woman Nanny & Esther & boy Colly.... . To granddaughter Elizabeth Sarah Poulson the land... & Negro girl Edy & woman Mahala. Negro men: Littleton to be free on Jan 1 1830, Moses to be free Jan 1 1837. Or they may serve one of my children.
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1825-26 w&c, p. 583
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  • Record #34
    Name
    Bagwell, Henry
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    28 May 1847/2 June 1847
    Abstract
    If both daughter and wife die without issue, slave to go free.
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1846-82 w, p. 18.
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Bagwell, Henry
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    28 May 1847/2 June 1847
    Abstract
    If both daughter and wife die without issue, slave to go free.
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1846-82 w, p. 18.
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  • Record #35
    Name
    Bagwell, Isaiah
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    30 June 1837/28 May 1840
    Abstract
    To my wife Christian Bagwell my half of the unexpired time of service of Negro man Anthony & my h…
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1828-46 w, p. 352.
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Bagwell, Isaiah
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    30 June 1837/28 May 1840
    Abstract
    To my wife Christian Bagwell my half of the unexpired time of service of Negro man Anthony & my half of the Negro children Malinda & Samuel until they are 21 yrs. & then they shall go free. Negro girl Maria to be maintained out of my estate, she being too much afflicted to be set free. To my granddaughter Anna Goldie Walston ... & my interest in Negro girl Rosina until she arrives 21 & then she shall go free. To my freed woman Silvy my Negro girl Harriet until Harreit reaches 21 & then to be free.
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1828-46 w, p. 352.
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  • Record #36
    Name
    Bagwell, Thomas
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    5 Nov 1810/27 May 1816
    Abstract
    To wife the term of service to be completed by Moses London agreeable to the deed of manumission …
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1814-16 w&c, p. 524.
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Bagwell, Thomas
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    5 Nov 1810/27 May 1816
    Abstract
    To wife the term of service to be completed by Moses London agreeable to the deed of manumission on record & he is to go free if my wife dies before such term & also to my wife my black girl Leah & at wife's death Leah to be free. To Esther, Daniel and Jacob Sampson, black people who I manumitted, each 3 £ to be paid out of store.
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1814-16 w&c, p. 524.
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  • Record #37
    Name
    Bagwell, William
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    20 Sept 1841/31 Jan 1842
    Abstract
    To my daughter Anna Walston my interest in Negro Girl Rose on the same conditions expressed in my…
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1828-46 w, p. 428.
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Bagwell, William
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    20 Sept 1841/31 Jan 1842
    Abstract
    To my daughter Anna Walston my interest in Negro Girl Rose on the same conditions expressed in my father's will.
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1828-46 w, p. 428.
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  • Record #38
    Name
    Baker, Solomon
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    12 Dec 1803/30 July 1804
    Abstract
    To daughter Hetty Baker Negroes Abel & Rose . Sell Negroes Hannah, Ely & Esther & the child or ch…
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1804-06 w7c, p. 121
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Baker, Solomon
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    12 Dec 1803/30 July 1804
    Abstract
    To daughter Hetty Baker Negroes Abel & Rose . Sell Negroes Hannah, Ely & Esther & the child or children of that Hannah - the money to Daughter Hetty & the remainder.
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1804-06 w7c, p. 121
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  • Record #39
    Name
    Baker, Sophiah
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    11 May 1802/26 Oct 1802
    Abstract
    To son David Baker my Negro boy Caleb.
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1800-04 w&c, p. 507
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Baker, Sophiah
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    11 May 1802/26 Oct 1802
    Abstract
    To son David Baker my Negro boy Caleb.
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1800-04 w&c, p. 507
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  • Record #40
    Name
    Baker Stephen
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    30 Dec 1831/28 Sept 1840
    Abstract
    To wife Hessy Baker all my lands, house…whereon I live & my Negro girl Harriet and after her…
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1828-46 w, p. 368
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Baker Stephen
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    30 Dec 1831/28 Sept 1840
    Abstract
    To wife Hessy Baker all my lands, house…whereon I live & my Negro girl Harriet and after her decease Harriet to be free.
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1828-46 w, p. 368
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  • Record #41
    Name
    Baker , William
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    17 Aug 1825/28 Nov 1825/26 dec 1825
    Abstract
    To daughter Edy Baker Negro man Levi & the remainder.
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1825-16 w&c, p. 501
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Baker , William
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    17 Aug 1825/28 Nov 1825/26 dec 1825
    Abstract
    To daughter Edy Baker Negro man Levi & the remainder.
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1825-16 w&c, p. 501
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  • Record #42
    Name
    Barnes, Abel
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    7 Apr 1810/1 Sept 1812
    Abstract
    Negroes Sam and Shadrack
    Main Source Reference
    Order to inventory 1812-14 w&c, p. 95
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Barnes, Abel
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    7 Apr 1810/1 Sept 1812
    Abstract
    Negroes Sam and Shadrack
    Main Source Reference
    Order to inventory 1812-14 w&c, p. 95
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  • Record #43
    Name
    Barnes, Archibald
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    12 Sep 1817/26 Mar 1821/27 Feb 186
    Abstract
    Sons John and William Barnes to retain 1/6 of my Negroes & 1/5 part of my other personal estate f…
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1825-26 orders, p. 183
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Barnes, Archibald
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    12 Sep 1817/26 Mar 1821/27 Feb 186
    Abstract
    Sons John and William Barnes to retain 1/6 of my Negroes & 1/5 part of my other personal estate for the use of my daughter Sally and her children. To daughters Nancy, Betsy, Attalanta & Bridget 1/6 of my Negros each …
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1825-26 orders, p. 183
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  • Record #44
    Name
    Barnes, Elizabeth
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    Jan 1843/24 April 1843
    Abstract
    To my granddaugther Emmy Hickman Negro girl Sarah and her increase, but if she dies then to my gr…
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1828-46 w, p. 478.
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Barnes, Elizabeth
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    Jan 1843/24 April 1843
    Abstract
    To my granddaugther Emmy Hickman Negro girl Sarah and her increase, but if she dies then to my granddaughter Mary Ann Hickman. To my granddaughter Elizabeth S. Hinman Negro boy Levin. To daughter Lovey H. Hinman, Negro woman Patience & and her increase & $400. To my granddaughters Pamela A. and Elizabeth A. Hickman Negro boy George & $400. Negro woman Rose who is disbaled & infirm is to be maintained by my estate.
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1828-46 w, p. 478.
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  • Record #45
    Name
    Barnes, George P. Sr.
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    20 Aug 1850/30 Sept 1850
    Abstract
    To my daughter Leah Barnes 170 acres ..also a Negro woman Caroline. To daughter Georgiana S. Barn…
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1846-62 w., p. 94
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Barnes, George P. Sr.
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    20 Aug 1850/30 Sept 1850
    Abstract
    To my daughter Leah Barnes 170 acres ..also a Negro woman Caroline. To daughter Georgiana S. Barnes land .. & 3 blacks Isaac, Ginny & Martha. To my daughter Mary P. Barnes land containing 150 acres & also 4 Negroes Grace, Levi, Abel & Bob & infant Eliza. To son George P. Barnes Abram & Levin and to my son William P. Barnes 3 negro men Tom, Isaiah, & John.
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1846-62 w., p. 94
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  • Record #46
    Name
    Bayly, Ann
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    2 Dec 1838/24 June 1839
    Abstract
    Remainder to the childen of my son John J. Bayly & the balance to my Negro women.
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1828-46 w, p. 303
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Bayly, Ann
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    2 Dec 1838/24 June 1839
    Abstract
    Remainder to the childen of my son John J. Bayly & the balance to my Negro women.
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1828-46 w, p. 303
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  • Record #47
    Name
    Bayly, Bowman H.
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    11 Jan 1840/ 28 June 1847
    Abstract
    To wife Euphamy Bayly…& Negro boy George, but not to exclude my wife from dower.
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1846-82 w, p. 21
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Bayly, Bowman H.
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    11 Jan 1840/ 28 June 1847
    Abstract
    To wife Euphamy Bayly…& Negro boy George, but not to exclude my wife from dower.
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1846-82 w, p. 21
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  • Record #48
    Name
    Bayly, Edmund
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    20 Oct 1805/30 Dec 1805
    Abstract
    My Negroes James, Sarah& Leah & all children that Sarah my have hereafter to be free after the en…
    Main Source Reference
    Wills, 1804-06 w&C, p. 486
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Bayly, Edmund
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    20 Oct 1805/30 Dec 1805
    Abstract
    My Negroes James, Sarah& Leah & all children that Sarah my have hereafter to be free after the end of the year succeeding my death.
    Main Source Reference
    Wills, 1804-06 w&C, p. 486
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  • Record #49
    Name
    Bayly, Edward
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    25 Sept 1820/22 & 27 Aug 1821
    Abstract
    Hezekiah Pits Extr. Negro Joseph.
    Main Source Reference
    Order to audit 1819-21 W&c, p.525
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Bayly, Edward
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    25 Sept 1820/22 & 27 Aug 1821
    Abstract
    Hezekiah Pits Extr. Negro Joseph.
    Main Source Reference
    Order to audit 1819-21 W&c, p.525
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  • Record #50
    Name
    Bayly, Edward
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    29 May 1814/27 June 1814
    Abstract
    To wife Nacy Bayly my Negro man old Joe & Mary &…
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1812-14 w&c, p. 441.
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Bayly, Edward
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    29 May 1814/27 June 1814
    Abstract
    To wife Nacy Bayly my Negro man old Joe & Mary &…
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1812-14 w&c, p. 441.
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  • Record #51
    Name
    Bayly, Elzabeth A. Bailey)
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    27 Oct 1857/28 Dec 1857
    Abstract
    To my daughter Virginia S. Bayly my Negro boy George & at her death to my brother George W. Custi…
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1846-82 w, p. 267.
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Bayly, Elzabeth A. Bailey)
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    27 Oct 1857/28 Dec 1857
    Abstract
    To my daughter Virginia S. Bayly my Negro boy George & at her death to my brother George W. Custis & if he dies without issue to my brothers Revell and Benjamin Custis.
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1846-82 w, p. 267.
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  • Record #52
    Name
    Bayly, Euphamia
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    5 Feb 1850/25 Feb 1850/ 25 Nov 1850
    Abstract
    To my son John, may daughters Jane Bloxom, Euphania Stephenson & Mary Bayly my Negro man George.
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1846-82 w, p. 82
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Bayly, Euphamia
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    5 Feb 1850/25 Feb 1850/ 25 Nov 1850
    Abstract
    To my son John, may daughters Jane Bloxom, Euphania Stephenson & Mary Bayly my Negro man George.
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1846-82 w, p. 82
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  • Record #53
    Name
    Bayly, Isma
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    17 Dec 1816/20 & 25 Oct 1824
    Abstract
    Hire of Negro man Shadrack & woman Milly & child Comfort.
    Main Source Reference
    Order to Inventory 1824-25 w&c, p. 236
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Bayly, Isma
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    17 Dec 1816/20 & 25 Oct 1824
    Abstract
    Hire of Negro man Shadrack & woman Milly & child Comfort.
    Main Source Reference
    Order to Inventory 1824-25 w&c, p. 236
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  • Record #54
    Name
    Bayly, John
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    1 & 6 Aug 1793/1 June 1801/26 June1801
    Abstract
    In inventory: Negro woman Jene & boy Peter and also Betty Bayly, …..
    Main Source Reference
    Order to inventory 1800-1804 w&c, p. 123.
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Bayly, John
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    1 & 6 Aug 1793/1 June 1801/26 June1801
    Abstract
    In inventory: Negro woman Jene & boy Peter and also Betty Bayly, …..
    Main Source Reference
    Order to inventory 1800-1804 w&c, p. 123.
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  • Record #55
    Name
    Bayly, John J.
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    8 Jan 1858/26 April 1858
    Abstract
    To son James H. Bayly…& also Negroes Lucinda, Edmund & Phillip & $300. To son Josiah L. Bayl…
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1846-82 w, p. 272
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Bayly, John J.
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    8 Jan 1858/26 April 1858
    Abstract
    To son James H. Bayly…& also Negroes Lucinda, Edmund & Phillip & $300. To son Josiah L. Bayly ….& also my Negroes Kizire, Daniel & Arthur, Jr. … To my grandson John J. Bayly, Jr. & also Negroes Marthe & boy William of Adah & if he dies without heirs then to his sister Sarah C. Bayly. To my son William P. Bayly...timber & land & Negroes Peter Jr., Mark & Adah.
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1846-82 w, p. 272
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  • Record #56
    Name
    Bayly, John Sr.
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    4 Sept 1837/25 Dec 1837
    Abstract
    Slaves James & Darkey to be free at my death with a legacy to James of $125 & to Darley of $75.
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1828-46 w, p. 267.
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Bayly, John Sr.
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    4 Sept 1837/25 Dec 1837
    Abstract
    Slaves James & Darkey to be free at my death with a legacy to James of $125 & to Darley of $75.
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1828-46 w, p. 267.
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  • Record #57
    Name
    Bayly, Margaret
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    July 1844/24 Nov 1851/24 Nov 1852
    Abstract
    The following to be free at my death: Shadrack, Levin, Parker, Jacob, Daniel, Leah,Nancy, Rhoda &…
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1851-55 sup ct w, p. 306
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Bayly, Margaret
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    July 1844/24 Nov 1851/24 Nov 1852
    Abstract
    The following to be free at my death: Shadrack, Levin, Parker, Jacob, Daniel, Leah,Nancy, Rhoda & 2 children Ann & Leah, Esther & child Nancy, Betsy & Emma & each to have $40.
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    Wills 1851-55 sup ct w, p. 306
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  • Record #58
    Name
    Bayly, Mary (widow of Charles)
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    28 June 1814/24 Nov 1817/26 Jan 1818
    Abstract
    To daughter Peggy Bayly $1,000 &…& 1/6 of the Negroes I acquired by the death of my daughter…
    Main Source Reference
    1817-18 w&c, p. 321
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Bayly, Mary (widow of Charles)
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    28 June 1814/24 Nov 1817/26 Jan 1818
    Abstract
    To daughter Peggy Bayly $1,000 &…& 1/6 of the Negroes I acquired by the death of my daughters Nancy Bayly, Elizabeth Bayly & Polly Bayly.
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    1817-18 w&c, p. 321
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  • Record #59
    Name
    Bayly, Richard
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    27 Dec 1824/28 Dec 1824/27 Nov 1826
    Abstract
    Rights in Negro man Bob. … Received for Negro Bob…hire when he was free.
    Main Source Reference
    Order to Inventory 1826-28 w&c, p. 143
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Bayly, Richard
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    27 Dec 1824/28 Dec 1824/27 Nov 1826
    Abstract
    Rights in Negro man Bob. … Received for Negro Bob…hire when he was free.
    Main Source Reference
    Order to Inventory 1826-28 w&c, p. 143
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  • Record #60
    Name
    Bayly, Sarah
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    1 Oct 1814/June 1818/27 July 1818
    Abstract
    Negroes Mary, Peter, Abel, Rose, Levin, & George. Legacies to Ann Savage, Savage Crippen, Narciss…
    Main Source Reference
    Order to Inventory 181-19 w&c, p. 41
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Bayly, Sarah
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    1 Oct 1814/June 1818/27 July 1818
    Abstract
    Negroes Mary, Peter, Abel, Rose, Levin, & George. Legacies to Ann Savage, Savage Crippen, Narcissa Crippen, John Crippen, John K. Evans, Nancy Russell, Isaac Hickman, & Peggy Snead.
    Main Source Reference
    Order to Inventory 181-19 w&c, p. 41
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  • Record #61
    Name
    Bayly, Sarah (of Robert)
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    3 Feb 1814/26 Sept 1814
    Abstract
    To Ann Savage…my old Negro woman Mary. To Savage Crippen my Negro men Peter & Abel. Abel to …
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1812-14 w&c, p. 422
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Bayly, Sarah (of Robert)
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    3 Feb 1814/26 Sept 1814
    Abstract
    To Ann Savage…my old Negro woman Mary. To Savage Crippen my Negro men Peter & Abel. Abel to stay at Mr. Parradice's as long as he wants him…. To Nancy Russell my Negro woman Patience & to Narcissa Crippen my Negro girl Rose. To John Crippen my Negro boy Levi. To John K. Evans my Negro man George. To Hessy Trader, an illegimate child of Diadamey Trader, $20 for schooling.
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    Wills 1812-14 w&c, p. 422
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  • Record #62
    Name
    Bayly, Thomas
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    31 March 1819/31 May 1819
    Abstract
    After the death of my wife I give Betty Wiggin & her daughter Nanny their freedom & the 4 acres e…
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1818-19 w&c, p. 355
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Bayly, Thomas
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    31 March 1819/31 May 1819
    Abstract
    After the death of my wife I give Betty Wiggin & her daughter Nanny their freedom & the 4 acres excepted above.
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    Wills 1818-19 w&c, p. 355
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  • Record #63
    Name
    Bayly, Thomas (Craddock)
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    27 Sept 1821/29 Nov 1824
    Abstract
    Negro boy Solomon, Lucy & child James, girl Emma, George, Matthews & Phillis, Old woman Betty, gi…
    Main Source Reference
    Order to Inventory 1824-25 w&c, p. 272
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Bayly, Thomas (Craddock)
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    27 Sept 1821/29 Nov 1824
    Abstract
    Negro boy Solomon, Lucy & child James, girl Emma, George, Matthews & Phillis, Old woman Betty, girl Nanney, man George Harmon, girl Peggy, woman Patience, boy Jack & girl Mary Maria. Buyer Alice Bayly.
    Main Source Reference
    Order to Inventory 1824-25 w&c, p. 272
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  • Record #64
    Name
    Bayly, Thomas (Hills Farm on Hunting Creek)
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    27 March 1808/16 May 1808
    Abstract
    To grandson John H. Bayly…. & my old Negro woman Sabra, who shall remain on the plantation w…
    Main Source Reference
    wills 1807-30 dc w&c, p. 49
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Bayly, Thomas (Hills Farm on Hunting Creek)
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    27 March 1808/16 May 1808
    Abstract
    To grandson John H. Bayly…. & my old Negro woman Sabra, who shall remain on the plantation where I now live. To daughter Catharine Cropper my land… & my Negro man Abraham. … To my son Thomas M. Bayly the plantation…& my Negro slaves John, Akins, Levin & George.. To son Richard D. Bayly all the land... & also slaves Levi, Major, Ned, James, Sarah & Elijiah.... to daughter Margaret Ker Robins my slaves Zadoc, Jack, Rachel, Peter, Agnes & her child Letty & the other 1/2 of my cattle... To Wife Elizabeth Bayly the following slaves which I got by my marraige to her to wit: Thomas, Nehemaih, Milly, Sukey, Pleasant, Henry & Shepherd &... To my graddaughter Ann Custis Bayly $1200.... & Negro woman Thamar Bayly, who I sometime ago manumitted, shall have comfortable maintenance out of my estate if she is unable at any future time to maintain herself... Also Patience Bayly, who I also manumitted, shall go free from the time of my death.
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    wills 1807-30 dc w&c, p. 49
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  • Record #65
    Name
    Bayly, Thomas H.
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    7 July 1853/28 July 1856
    Abstract
    I set free my two house servants Bill & Becky as a testimony of my regard for them. & I enjoin th…
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1846-82 w, p. 234.
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Bayly, Thomas H.
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    7 July 1853/28 July 1856
    Abstract
    I set free my two house servants Bill & Becky as a testimony of my regard for them. & I enjoin them to live with my wife & children. Ask that those two remain in the Commonwealth of Va. They will add to our Free Negro population. Bill has a slave for his wife & Becky will never have any children. I prefer that my Negroes shall be kept together on my estate rather than be hired out, .... I direct my clothes to my Negroes.
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    Wills 1846-82 w, p. 234.
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  • Record #66
    Name
    Bayly, Thomas M. (Attorney at Law)
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    9 March 1828/27 Jan 1834.
    Abstract
    To wife Jane O. Bayly the personal estate … including not only the slaves, but children of s…
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1828-46 w, p. 146
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Bayly, Thomas M. (Attorney at Law)
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    9 March 1828/27 Jan 1834.
    Abstract
    To wife Jane O. Bayly the personal estate … including not only the slaves, but children of slaves which belonged to her & which have been born since our marriage including, Israel, Dinah & her children Ebzey, & the children of Marian: Sukey, Richard, William, Rachel, Henry, & John....
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1828-46 w, p. 146
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  • Record #67
    Name
    Bayly, Thomas Simpson
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    1 June 1827/26 Nov 1827
    Abstract
    To son John J. Bayly my tract of land…& my Negroes Daniel, Peter, Jr., Lilly, Mary, & Nanny.…
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1826-28 w&c, p. 556
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Bayly, Thomas Simpson
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    1 June 1827/26 Nov 1827
    Abstract
    To son John J. Bayly my tract of land…& my Negroes Daniel, Peter, Jr., Lilly, Mary, & Nanny. To daughter Caty Melvin Negroes Shadrack, Edmund,Lewis, Arthur, Isaac, Abel (Jr.), Jacob, Ansa,Kessa, Sarah, Edy, Rachel, Agnes & Eliza.
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1826-28 w&c, p. 556
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  • Record #68
    Name
    Bayly, Thomas Sr.
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    n.d. (Invy)25 & 26 May 1808 (Sale), 15 Oct 1823 (Audit), 22 Oct 1823 (Rec'd)
    Abstract
    List of Buyers includes Tamer (Negro).
    Main Source Reference
    1807-30 dc w&c, p. 276
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Bayly, Thomas Sr.
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    n.d. (Invy)25 & 26 May 1808 (Sale), 15 Oct 1823 (Audit), 22 Oct 1823 (Rec'd)
    Abstract
    List of Buyers includes Tamer (Negro).
    Main Source Reference
    1807-30 dc w&c, p. 276
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  • Record #69
    Name
    Bayne, Sally (widow of Walter dec'd)
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    10 May 1810/31 July 1815
    Abstract
    To son John Bayne my Messongo lands…& slaves Old Rose, Leah and her children (Robin, Hannah,…
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1814-16 w&c, p. 246
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Bayne, Sally (widow of Walter dec'd)
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    10 May 1810/31 July 1815
    Abstract
    To son John Bayne my Messongo lands…& slaves Old Rose, Leah and her children (Robin, Hannah, Agnes, Mariah) & George son of Sarah. To daughter Betsy Bayne slaves Kiah, a man now in Norfolk, or should he be sold the proceeds of the sale, woman Fanny, boy Arthur, girl Harriet, man Stephen. To son Walter D. Bayne... & slaves Shadrack, Peter, Minty & Rose daughter of Sarah & children & future children... . To son Colmore S. Bayne slaves Gatty and her future children and her children Harry, Levi & Meyer & man Isaac & $400. I set free at the end of the year slaves Jacob, Elijiah,Parker & Sarah. Remainder [of slaves] to be to 4 children should all die before 21 then to his nieces Peggy Custis & Sally Custis, except slaves which are to be set free at the end of the year that the last of my four children die.
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1814-16 w&c, p. 246
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  • Record #70
    Name
    Bayne, Sarah (Sally)
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    15 Aug 1815/19 Sept 1815/7 March 1821/27 Jan 1823
    Abstract
    Slaves and ages: Shadrack 70, Isaac 33, Stephen 33, Peter 42, Robin 15, Harry 9, Levy 7, Bill 5, …
    Main Source Reference
    Order to inventory 1823-24 w&c, p. 10.
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Bayne, Sarah (Sally)
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    15 Aug 1815/19 Sept 1815/7 March 1821/27 Jan 1823
    Abstract
    Slaves and ages: Shadrack 70, Isaac 33, Stephen 33, Peter 42, Robin 15, Harry 9, Levy 7, Bill 5, Arthur 5, George 2, Elijiah 2, Isaiah 2, Edward 2, Joe 6, Old Rose 86, Minty 50, Leah 29, Gattee 28, Rose 24, Fanny 20, Jenny 18, Harriet 10, Hannah 9, Agnes 7, Maria 4, Sarah 2, Jacob left to go free 1 Jan 1816 & Parker left to go free Jan 1 1816.
    Main Source Reference
    Order to inventory 1823-24 w&c, p. 10.
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  • Record #71
    Name
    Bayne, Walter D.
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    10 Jun 1834/26 Mar 1839
    Abstract
    My woman Rose to be set free at the end of the year in which I shall decease & 4 yrs later I set …
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1828-46 w, p. 297
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Bayne, Walter D.
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    10 Jun 1834/26 Mar 1839
    Abstract
    My woman Rose to be set free at the end of the year in which I shall decease & 4 yrs later I set free slaves Bill, George, Leah, & Child & all their future increase, Mary and her future increase & Henry provided they leave the state of Va. At the same time within 12 months of their freedom. Rose may stay and serve 4 four years and be paid $12 per year & find her good clothes during that time. If my Extrs think best they shall hire them all out until they raise the sum sufficient all together to send them to Phila., Liberia or any better place. They shall not be hired if the Colonization Society of the State of Vriginia provides the means to send them away. the half of Bable which belongs to me, I am at a loss of how to dispose if he cannot obtain his entire freedom; he should have 1/4 of his hire paid to him annually and 1/4 to my estate. My wife shall take my old woman Amerita who now lives in Pocomoke & my old man Peter & they shall serve her as long as they are able to do anything & then be maintained by my wife.
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1828-46 w, p. 297
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  • Record #72
    Name
    Beach, Joseph
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    12 Sept 1818/26 Oct 1818
    Abstract
    All perishable part of my estate a Negro woamn Tamer to be immediately sold. To eldest daughter …
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1818-19 w&c, p. 119
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Beach, Joseph
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    12 Sept 1818/26 Oct 1818
    Abstract
    All perishable part of my estate a Negro woamn Tamer to be immediately sold. To eldest daughter Ann a Negro girl Rose & if Ann dies then to wife. To daughter Margaret Negro boy Nathaniel if Margaret dies then to brother William.
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1818-19 w&c, p. 119
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  • Record #73
    Name
    Beach, Joseph
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    18 Nov 1818/ 26 Oct 1818/ 24 Sept 1824
    Abstract
    Black boy Nathaniel, girl Rose, woman Tamer.
    Main Source Reference
    Order to Inventory 1821-23 w&c, p. 3
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Beach, Joseph
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    18 Nov 1818/ 26 Oct 1818/ 24 Sept 1824
    Abstract
    Black boy Nathaniel, girl Rose, woman Tamer.
    Main Source Reference
    Order to Inventory 1821-23 w&c, p. 3
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  • Record #74
    Name
    Beach, Kendall
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    15 Dec 1815/ 25 March 1816/ 5 Dec 1816/ 27 July 1818
    Abstract
    Negroes George, boy James, Harris, Edmund, Natt, Wilson, Henry, Robin, woman & children, Tinny, &…
    Main Source Reference
    Order to inventory 1818-19, w&c, p. 8
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Beach, Kendall
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    15 Dec 1815/ 25 March 1816/ 5 Dec 1816/ 27 July 1818
    Abstract
    Negroes George, boy James, Harris, Edmund, Natt, Wilson, Henry, Robin, woman & children, Tinny, & girl Adah.
    Main Source Reference
    Order to inventory 1818-19, w&c, p. 8
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  • Record #75
    Name
    Beach, Kendall (St George Parish)
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    20 Oct 1815/27 Nov 1815
    Abstract
    Remainder [cooper & wheelwright tools?] with my Negroes to Sophiah Beach, Peggy Asby, Joseph Beac…
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1814-16 w&c, p.370
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Beach, Kendall (St George Parish)
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    20 Oct 1815/27 Nov 1815
    Abstract
    Remainder [cooper & wheelwright tools?] with my Negroes to Sophiah Beach, Peggy Asby, Joseph Beach, Elizabeth Downing, Mary Coleburn, John Beahc & William Beach.
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1814-16 w&c, p.370
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  • Record #76
    Name
    Beach, Rosey
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    26 Sept 1834/26 June 1837
    Abstract
    Negroes Bill, Selby & Sarah to serve my son John S. Beach as follows: Bill until age 40 & selby a…
    Main Source Reference
    Wills, 1828-46 w, p. 249
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Beach, Rosey
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    26 Sept 1834/26 June 1837
    Abstract
    Negroes Bill, Selby & Sarah to serve my son John S. Beach as follows: Bill until age 40 & selby and Sarah until age 35 each & their issue, if any , to serve until age 21. Negro girl Betty to serve my daughter Peggy Ashby until age 35 & her issue , if any to serve my granddaughter Rosey Ashby until age 21 & then to be free.
    Main Source Reference
    Wills, 1828-46 w, p. 249
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  • Record #77
    Name
    Beach, Rubin
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    3 April 1806/26 Sept 1808
    Abstract
    To wife Molly Beach…1/2 of my Negro boy Peter during her natural life or widowhood. To wife …
    Main Source Reference
    Wills, 1806-09 w&c, p. 615
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Beach, Rubin
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    3 April 1806/26 Sept 1808
    Abstract
    To wife Molly Beach…1/2 of my Negro boy Peter during her natural life or widowhood. To wife Molly… Negro woman Dinah & girl Fillis. To daughter Elizabeth Colonna, at the death or marriage of my wife Negro woman Dinah & daughter Fillis. To son Abel Beach Negro boy Caleb...
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    Wills, 1806-09 w&c, p. 615
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  • Record #78
    Name
    Beard, Margaret
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    8 Oct 1845/31 Aug 1846/28 Dec 1846
    Abstract
    To grandson Thomas Hatton Kellam the tract of land….& also my Negro man Tom…
    Main Source Reference
    1846-82 w, p. 13
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Beard, Margaret
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    8 Oct 1845/31 Aug 1846/28 Dec 1846
    Abstract
    To grandson Thomas Hatton Kellam the tract of land….& also my Negro man Tom…
    Main Source Reference
    1846-82 w, p. 13
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  • Record #79
    Name
    Beard, Matthew
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    1 Feb 1823/20 Feb 1827/26 March 1827
    Abstract
    Cash paid to Robert White for apprehending..Negro David to Drummond Town Jail, $12. Cash paid to …
    Main Source Reference
    Order to Inventory 1826-28 w&c, p. 285
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Beard, Matthew
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    1 Feb 1823/20 Feb 1827/26 March 1827
    Abstract
    Cash paid to Robert White for apprehending..Negro David to Drummond Town Jail, $12. Cash paid to maintain for life of Mrs Beard Slaves Tom Sartia (very old & infirm) & Sarah (very old) & George (young but afflicted). Sale of the following Negroes for the life of Rachel Beard: Henry (young but nearly blind) Lucy (old), Lucy (child), Luke , Jesse & Jinn. Sale of Negro man David & Negro Mary (afflicted).
    Main Source Reference
    Order to Inventory 1826-28 w&c, p. 285
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  • Record #80
    Name
    Beard, Matthew
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    12 Aug 1821/24 Feb 1823
    Abstract
    Negroes Clem & Davy to serve my niece Sophiah Edwards for 5 years & then be free forever. I give …
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1823-24 W&c, p. 76.
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Beard, Matthew
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    12 Aug 1821/24 Feb 1823
    Abstract
    Negroes Clem & Davy to serve my niece Sophiah Edwards for 5 years & then be free forever. I give [Negro] Mary to my daughter's second child recently born… called Ann Pitts & if she does not live then to my daughter Ann Hall's next child living. Negroes Lucy and Sarah were claimed by John Kellam but they belonged to Ann Hatton and are now part of hsi estate.
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1823-24 W&c, p. 76.
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  • Record #81
    Name
    Beard, Matthew
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    Feb 1823/28 Feb 1823/6 & 7 March 1823/3 & 31 Jan 1825
    Abstract
    Negroes Thomas Sartin age 60, Sarah Sartin age about 58, Glen age 38, David age 30, Henry age 30…
    Main Source Reference
    Order to Inventory 1824-25 w&c, p. 617
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Beard, Matthew
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    Feb 1823/28 Feb 1823/6 & 7 March 1823/3 & 31 Jan 1825
    Abstract
    Negroes Thomas Sartin age 60, Sarah Sartin age about 58, Glen age 38, David age 30, Henry age 30, Rachel age 25, James age 26, George age 24, Peter age 24, Jess age 17, Luke age 16, Louise for life estate age 47.
    Main Source Reference
    Order to Inventory 1824-25 w&c, p. 617
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  • Record #82
    Name
    Beavans, Samuel (Free negro)
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    25 Jan 1841
    Abstract
    Adm. To Isaac Moore
    Main Source Reference
    Orders 1840-42 , p. 198
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Beavans, Samuel (Free negro)
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    25 Jan 1841
    Abstract
    Adm. To Isaac Moore
    Main Source Reference
    Orders 1840-42 , p. 198
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  • Record #83
    Name
    Bell, Edward of William (St. George Parish)
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    19 April 1813/5 May 1813
    Abstract
    To son Edward Bell Negro boy George.
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1807-30 dc w&d, p. 191
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Bell, Edward of William (St. George Parish)
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    19 April 1813/5 May 1813
    Abstract
    To son Edward Bell Negro boy George.
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    Wills 1807-30 dc w&d, p. 191
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  • Record #84
    Name
    Bell, Mary
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    11 Jan 1822/12 Jan 1822/20 Feb 1823/24 Feb 1823
    Abstract
    Thorowgood Taylor, Willam Bird, & Robert Young Sr. Buyers: Scott a Negro & Ashen a Negro.
    Main Source Reference
    Order to Inv 1823-24 w&c, p. 60
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Bell, Mary
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    11 Jan 1822/12 Jan 1822/20 Feb 1823/24 Feb 1823
    Abstract
    Thorowgood Taylor, Willam Bird, & Robert Young Sr. Buyers: Scott a Negro & Ashen a Negro.
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    Order to Inv 1823-24 w&c, p. 60
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  • Record #85
    Name
    Bell, Thorowgood
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    8 Jan 1801/26 Jan 1802
    Abstract
    John Custis Admr. Negro Bill.
    Main Source Reference
    Order to inventory 1800-04, w&c, p. 333
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Bell, Thorowgood
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    8 Jan 1801/26 Jan 1802
    Abstract
    John Custis Admr. Negro Bill.
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    Order to inventory 1800-04, w&c, p. 333
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  • Record #86
    Name
    Bell, William
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    17 Nov 1809/6 Aug 1810/ 24 Sept. 1810
    Abstract
    Named in settlement Negro Charles, Esther Bell, William Bell, Edward Bell, Mrs Bell, Molly Bell &…
    Main Source Reference
    Order to inventory 1809-12 w&c, p. 260
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Bell, William
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    17 Nov 1809/6 Aug 1810/ 24 Sept. 1810
    Abstract
    Named in settlement Negro Charles, Esther Bell, William Bell, Edward Bell, Mrs Bell, Molly Bell & the following were paid 7.6.11 each:..
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    Order to inventory 1809-12 w&c, p. 260
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  • Record #87
    Name
    Bell, William Jr.
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    5 Dec. 1803/7Dec 1803/14 Oct 1805
    Abstract
    Named in settlement : Edward Bell, William Bell, William Bell Sr. and Negro man Shadrack.
    Main Source Reference
    Order to Inventory 1800-06 dc w&d, p. 397
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Bell, William Jr.
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    5 Dec. 1803/7Dec 1803/14 Oct 1805
    Abstract
    Named in settlement : Edward Bell, William Bell, William Bell Sr. and Negro man Shadrack.
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    Order to Inventory 1800-06 dc w&d, p. 397
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  • Record #88
    Name
    Bell, William Sr.
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    1 Dec 1808/24 April 1809
    Abstract
    …To daughter Nancy Bell my Negroes Spencer and Lucy…. .
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1809-12 w&c, p. 18
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Bell, William Sr.
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    1 Dec 1808/24 April 1809
    Abstract
    …To daughter Nancy Bell my Negroes Spencer and Lucy…. .
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    Wills 1809-12 w&c, p. 18
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  • Record #89
    Name
    Bell, William Sr. (Matchapungo)
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    29 Jan 1827/10 & 12 Feb 1827/27 Dec 1827/28 Jan 1828
    Abstract
    …Hire of Girl Alice for balance of the year.
    Main Source Reference
    Order to inventroy 1826-28 w&c, p. 607
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Bell, William Sr. (Matchapungo)
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    29 Jan 1827/10 & 12 Feb 1827/27 Dec 1827/28 Jan 1828
    Abstract
    …Hire of Girl Alice for balance of the year.
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    Order to inventroy 1826-28 w&c, p. 607
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  • Record #90
    Name
    Belote, Charles
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    24 May 1843/26 June 1843
    Abstract
    To son John Belote…& my Negro man Isaac. To daughter Mary Elizabeth Belote…. & my Negro…
    Main Source Reference
    Will 1828-46 w, p. 481
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Belote, Charles
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    24 May 1843/26 June 1843
    Abstract
    To son John Belote…& my Negro man Isaac. To daughter Mary Elizabeth Belote…. & my Negro girl Mary & her future increase & $300. … To my wife Hester…& as dower in my slaves, my Negro girl Sarah & at her death Sarah & her increase to my son Tully P. Belote.
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    Will 1828-46 w, p. 481
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  • Record #91
    Name
    Belote, James of Hancock)
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    3 Jan 1821/6 Aug 1823/24 Nov 1823
    Abstract
    Buyers : widow legacy to daughter Cassy, Charles Belote. Negro man Isaac.
    Main Source Reference
    Order to Inventory 1823-24 w&c, p. 267
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Belote, James of Hancock)
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    3 Jan 1821/6 Aug 1823/24 Nov 1823
    Abstract
    Buyers : widow legacy to daughter Cassy, Charles Belote. Negro man Isaac.
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    Order to Inventory 1823-24 w&c, p. 267
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  • Record #92
    Name
    Belote, John
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    2 Oct 1852/11 Oct 1852/18 Oct 1852
    Abstract
    To my brother Charles Belote my Negro man Isaac ….
    Main Source Reference
    Will 1831-55 sup ct w, p. 304
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Belote, John
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    2 Oct 1852/11 Oct 1852/18 Oct 1852
    Abstract
    To my brother Charles Belote my Negro man Isaac ….
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    Will 1831-55 sup ct w, p. 304
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  • Record #93
    Name
    Belote, John
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    8 Nov 1852/2 May 1853
    Abstract
    Purchasers included Charles Belote & William J. Belote. Part interest in Negro man Isaac & woman …
    Main Source Reference
    Order to inventory sup ct w, p. 321
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Belote, John
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    8 Nov 1852/2 May 1853
    Abstract
    Purchasers included Charles Belote & William J. Belote. Part interest in Negro man Isaac & woman Sarah.
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    Order to inventory sup ct w, p. 321
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  • Record #94
    Name
    Belote, John Sr.
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    9 Dec 1809/26 Feb 1810
    Abstract
    To son John Belote Negro girl Adah…. To son Laban Belote…& Negro man Solomon. To son Hi…
    Main Source Reference
    Will 1809-12 w&c, p. 166
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Belote, John Sr.
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    9 Dec 1809/26 Feb 1810
    Abstract
    To son John Belote Negro girl Adah…. To son Laban Belote…& Negro man Solomon. To son Hiram Belote 50 lbs & Negro girl Jane. To daughter Ann Belote…& Negro girl Cate & boy Nathaniel…
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    Will 1809-12 w&c, p. 166
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  • Record #95
    Name
    Benson, John
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    29 Feb 1796/25 Oct 1802
    Abstract
    Negro girl Rita, woman Lucy & boy Jacob.
    Main Source Reference
    Order to Inventory 1800-04, w&c, p. 482
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Benson, John
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    29 Feb 1796/25 Oct 1802
    Abstract
    Negro girl Rita, woman Lucy & boy Jacob.
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    Order to Inventory 1800-04, w&c, p. 482
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  • Record #96
    Name
    Benson, Richard
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    5 Sept 1854/25 Sept 1854
    Abstract
    To wife Charlotte…Estate & Negroes to be sold, but not to leave the Eastern Shore of Vriginia.
    Main Source Reference
    1846-82 w, p. 200
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Benson, Richard
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    5 Sept 1854/25 Sept 1854
    Abstract
    To wife Charlotte…Estate & Negroes to be sold, but not to leave the Eastern Shore of Vriginia.
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    1846-82 w, p. 200
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  • Record #97
    Name
    Berry, William P.
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    30 Jan 1855/27 Aug 1855
    Abstract
    To my wife Sally my Negro man John, women Agnes & Airey for 5 years from my death & should Sally…
    Main Source Reference
    Will 1846-82 w, p. 215
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Berry, William P.
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    30 Jan 1855/27 Aug 1855
    Abstract
    To my wife Sally my Negro man John, women Agnes & Airey for 5 years from my death & should Sally die within 5 years they are to be free at her death & I also set the children of Agnes & Airey free at age 21.
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    Will 1846-82 w, p. 215
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  • Record #98
    Name
    Bird, Custis
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    20 Nov 1843/29 July 1844
    Abstract
    Slaves hired out until all my debts are paid. …To my son Colmore E. Bird my Negro man Levin.…
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1828-46 w, p. 515
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Bird, Custis
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    20 Nov 1843/29 July 1844
    Abstract
    Slaves hired out until all my debts are paid. …To my son Colmore E. Bird my Negro man Levin. To my son Sylvester S. Bird my Negro man Peter. To my son Odian Bird my Negro boy George. … To my son Sylvester F. Bird my Negro man Peter. To my son Odian J. Bird my Negro boy George. To my son William A. Bird my Negro boy Eljiah. To daughter Drusilla F. Bird my Negro girl Clarissa. To my daughter Mary E. C. Bird my Negro girl Rachael. To daughter Sarah S. Bird my Negro girl Charlotte. My Negro Ritter and the balance of her increase to my sons John W.C. Bird, Sylvester F. Bird, Odian J. Bird, William A. Bird & daughters Drusilla F. Bird, Mary E.C. Bird & Sarah S.Bird.
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1828-46 w, p. 515
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  • Record #99
    Name
    Bird, Daniel T.
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    19 May 1845/27 April 1846
    Abstract
    To wife Rhoda, while she continues to be my widow, my Negro Jane and then to my daughters Demaria…
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1846-82 w, p. 5
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Bird, Daniel T.
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    19 May 1845/27 April 1846
    Abstract
    To wife Rhoda, while she continues to be my widow, my Negro Jane and then to my daughters Demariah, Emeline & Eliza Bird.
    Main Source Reference
    Wills 1846-82 w, p. 5
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  • Record #100
    Name
    Bird, Hessy
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    25 Oct 1813/18 Nov 1813/25 Jan 1815/30 Jan 1815
    Abstract
    7 asst Bird family members buyers (Daniel T., Johannas, William , Parker, John Jr., Custis & Majo…
    Main Source Reference
    Order to Inventory 1814-16 w&c, p. 62
    County
    Accomack
    Name
    Bird, Hessy
    Date (written/proved/probated or recorded)
    25 Oct 1813/18 Nov 1813/25 Jan 1815/30 Jan 1815
    Abstract
    7 asst Bird family members buyers (Daniel T., Johannas, William , Parker, John Jr., Custis & Major). Negroes Eljiah, Rose, Ritta, & Milly.
    Main Source Reference
    Order to Inventory 1814-16 w&c, p. 62
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