Chronicles of the Scotch-Irish Settlement in Virginia Volume I AUGUSTA COUNTY COURT RECORDS. ORDER BOOK No. VI. AUGUST 19, 1757. (1) Court--Patrick Martin, Richard Woods, Robert Breckinridge, Patrick Martin, John Bowyer, Daniel Smith, James Buchanan, John Archer. (8) William Bell., Sr.--suit abates by death of. (11) Edward Hughes vs. Joseph Paxton--a capias. (14) John Walker removed out of the Colony. (17) George Bee, servant of John Stuart. AUGUST 20, 1757. (20) Jacob Woodley and servantman, John Pinkerton, added to tithables. (24) John Wicks--witness. (25) Motion Joshua Mathews--Robert and John Poage to be summoned to say whether either will administer on estate of Robert Renix, decd., they being nearest of kin. (30) John Denniston, exempted from levy. Isaac South, exempted from levy. (32) John Vance--his death abates suit. William Williams--returned no inhabitant of County. (34) John Brown, servant of John Anderson. (34) George and William Hutcheson--added to tithables. OCTOBER 3, 1757. (35) Court Oyer and Terminer, on slave Hampton, charged with housebreaking and larceny. Convicted and sentenced to be hanged on Thursday, the 30th inst. NOVEMBER 16, 1757. (39) Jennett McDonald administers on estate of her deceased son, Randall McDonald. Esther Brown qualifies admx. of her decd. father, Henry Brown, Esther, the widow, having refused. Page 77 Page (41) William Gay's estate to be settled and dower assigned to the widow, Margaret Hamilton. NOVEMBER 17, 1757. (41) Andrew Newman, orphan of 10 months, to be bound. (41) John Dickinson qualified Justice. (42) Christian Bumgardner--lieut, of Foot--qualified. (42) Conrad Yates exempted from levy--an object of charity. (42) Ann Stewart, admx. her husband, James Stewart, decd. (42) James Frame and son, Thomas, added to tithables. Thomas Lewis, with six others, added to tithables. Gabriel Jones, with five others, added to tithables. (42) Michael Warren, qualified Captain of Foot. (43) Last will of John Smith, Jr., proved--Abraham Smith, heir-at-law of John, came and relinquished all his right under the will. (44) John Mathews took the usual oaths which is ordered to be certified. NOVEMBER 18, 1757. (45) Joseph Bell appointed Constable in Staunton, vice Alexr. Wright. (46) James Graham exempted from levy--being an object of charity. (46) Agnes, widow of John Wilson, renounces all claims under her husband's will and admn. granted her. (51) James Lockhart qualified Justice. (51) Abraham Smith, eldest son and heir-at-law of John Smith, now a prisoner in the French Dominions, refused to admr., whereupon Israel Christian, a creditor, qualifies during Smith's absence. NOVEMDER 19, 1757. (70) John King added to tithables. John Christian qualified Justice. NOVEMBER 21, 1757. (76) John Cunningham to provide candles, keep fires and clean the Co. Ho., and bring in his charge at next levy. (84) On application of above, Ro. McClenachan refused to deliver up keys of Co. Ho., claiming a property right in the Co. Ho. and Jail, to which he offered to execute a lease to the County, which is referred to the General Court, and Sheriff is ordered to procure a lock and key, and Gabriel Jones to prosecute Robert in General Court. DECEMBER 21, 1757. (85) Margaret Anderson swears that she was well acquainted with Wm. Francis, of Chester Co., Township of East Nottingham, now decd., and that John Francis, of this County of Augusta, was the eldest male issue of the said William by Ann, his first wife, which, on motion of John, is certified. Page 78 MARCH 15, 1758 (86) James Keith qualified Attorney. (87) Michael Stump, Leonard Knave, Peter Howe and Harman Shook--appraisers of Christian Tosher. (87) Wm. McMurry petitions that John Madison, with a company of men, entered his house on their march to the Shawnees and took some rye--rejected. (87) Andrew Muldrough--mark recorded. (87) Martin Cornet--servant of Henry Smith. (88) John Berry, orphan of James Berry, aged 15 years, chose McGill his guardian. (88) Neal McCleaster--mark recorded. MARCH 16, 1758. (89) Probate of will of John Black, decd. Saml. Black, heir-at-law, consents. (91) John David Wilpert had married Anna Maria, relict of Henry Baughman, decd., and is appd. admr. (92) Daniel Drady, a garnishee. (92) Last will of Adam Breckinridge is proved by John McNulty, one of the witnesses, which is ordered to be certified. (94) Robert Patterson, qualified Ensign of Militia. MARCH 18, 1758. (107) James Alexander, qualified Lieut. of Militia. MARCH 20, 1758. (114) James Lewis, removed out of the Colony. (115) Catharine Hickey, removed out of the Colony. (124) Robert Donald vs. Israel Christian, admr. John Smith. John Smith having returned from his captivity, it is ordered that the administration of his estate granted the defendant is revoked. (126) William Lusk--mark recorded. (139) Henry Churchill--Attorney. (141) James Hughes, ordinary license. Joseph Bell, ordinary license. (141) From the recommendation of Ro. McClenachan and David Stuart to be added to Justices, Wm. Preston and Patrick Martin dissented, because they had been turned out of the Commission. (142) Ro. McClenachan agreed to release to the Co. his right in the lands which the Co. Ho. is built. John Harvie appointed to prepare the deeds. (142) Adjourned until tomorrow. APRIL 14, 1758. (142) Called Court on Hugh McNamara, charged with being aiding and assisting the Shawnee Indians in alliance with the French Nation for and Page 79 endeavoring to mislead the Cherokee Indians, his Majesty's friends and allies--to be tried at Court of Oyer and Terminer in June next, to be carried to Williamsburg. (143) Court of Claims--propositions and grievances: Saml. Norwood, claim for ranging and provisions expended in his Company. John Bowyer's claim for provisions delivered to John Woods, a Captain of a Company of Rangers. Andrew Hays, for ranging and provisions for his Company. Andrew Hays, for provisions to John Woods, as above. David Stuart, for ranging and provisions for his Company. Joseph Bell, for dieting soldiers. John Williams, for ranging. (144) Robert Campbell, for dieting Capt. Wood's soldiers and for a horse impressed. William Christian, for ranging and provisions for his Company. John Brown, for guarding provisions to Dickenson's Fort when attacked by the enemy Indians and for provisions on their march. Saml. Wilson, for provisions delivered to John and William Woods, Captains of Rangers. James Bell, for going express to the Commanding Officer of Albemarle by order of Major John Brown of this County. Ephraim Love, for ranging and provisions expended in his Company. Abraham Smith, the same. James Clark, for provisions to John Wood, a Militia Captain. Domnick Barret, for ranging. Wm. Edmiston, for ranging. John Cunningham, for use of a horse impressed. James Hughes produced a claim for service done the country, to which he made oath and ordered to be certified. John Robinson, for provisions delivered to David Lewis, Captain of the Militia. George Robinson, for ranging and provisions expended in his Company. James Cull, for ranging. Elizabeth Preston, for horse impressed. MAY 17, 1758. (146) Edward Breedin, indentured servant of Wm. Anderson, agrees to serve William twelve months longer in consideration of William's supporting Edward's daughter. Mary Breedin. James Bell, aged 17, orphan of James Bell, decd., chose John Moore his guardian. Robert Frazier's mark recorded. Mary Ann Bell, aged 14, orphan of James Bell, chose Rachel Bell guardian. (147) James Crockett, aged 17, orphan of Robert Crockett, chose Thomas Thompson guardian. Saml. Craig appointed guardian of Jane Bell, infant orphan of James Bell. Lettice Campbell, aged 14, orphan of Gilbert Campbell, chose George Campbell her guardian. Wm. McFeaters appointed guardian to Andrew Crockett, orphan of Robert Crockett. MAY 18, 1758. (148) Erwin Patterson, removed out of this County. James Hughes, special bail. (149) Robert Gay, removed out of the Colony. (151) Robert Gay and wife, removed out of the Colony. (157) Robert Breckinridge took the usual oaths which is ordered to be certified. (158) James Hughes, appraiser of John Hutcheson's estate. John McFeaters appointed guardian of Alexr. Crockett, infant orphan of Robert Page 80 Crockett. Eleanor Sharp, servant of George Anderson, petitions for freedom dues. MAY 19, 1758. (160) Ephraim Vanse, removed out of the Colony. (162) Wm. Hutcheson, removed out of the Colony. Daniel Ramey, suit abates by death. (168) Robert Hook, qualified Captain of Militia. MAY 20, 1758. (174) Thomas Davis, removed out of the Colony. (175) Richard Dunn, removed out of the Colony. (177) John Brown, servant of David Long. Matthew Patton appointed guardian of Hannah House, infant orphan of Henry House, decd. AUGUST 16, 1758. (179) Margaret Reaburn, widow and admx. of her decd. husband, has since married with Robert McMahon, and she is summoned to show cause why her children shall not be bound out. Conrod, aged 12, last June; Savina, aged 8; Katrina, aged 6, orphans of Conrod Kensley, to be bound. John and Elizabeth Price, orphans of Wm. Price, to be bound out. Philip Williams orphan of Henry Williams, to be bound to Augustine Price. Wm. Wilson summoned for not providing for his daughter, Margaret, in a Christianlike manner, and she to be bound. Sarah Bird, orphan of John Bird, decd., aged fifteen, chose John Dean her guardian. (180) Charles Tarrell, orphan of John Tarrell, to be bound out. Catharine Goodman qualifies admx. of her decd. husband, Michael (Trise?). Jacob Harmon took the oaths and naturalized. AUGUST 17, 1758. (181) Barbara Wingard summoned to admr. on her decd. husband's estate. (182) Catharine Brook, servant of Wm. Brown, complains of inhuman treatment by her master, which is found by the Court, and he bound to the peace. (183) Joshua Canterall, servant of John McMahon. AUGUST 18, 1758. (184) John Earley and two negroes added to tithables. John White, with his son, and negro, added to tithables. AUGUST 19, 1758. (196) George Dair, removed out of the County. Page 81 Page (198) John Ramsey intermarried with Margaret Crockett, mother of Alexr. and John Crockett. Caleb Harmon complains that he was bound by his guardian, Walter Davis, to Robert Reed, contrary to law; indenture set aside and Caleb chose John Bowyer his guardian. John Fitzwater, a witness from Culpeper. (199) Ann, widow and admx. of James Montgomerie, has removed out of the County. (200) William Erwin, suit abates by death of. Alexr. Crawford and one other, David Stuart, Wm. Hodge, Jacob Van Leers, John Henderson, with three others, added to tithables. Alexr. McKenny added to tithables. (203) John Bowyer disturbed the Court while sitting by playing at fives. Fined 5 shillings. (204) Patrick Hayes petitions for freedom dues against his late master, Thomas Paxton. And, on motion of Patrick Hayes, Robert Cunningham to be summoned to show cause why be has not paid his wife, Eleanor Hayes, her freedom dues. AUGUST 21, 1758. (205) John Fletcher--his death abates suit. (206) Silas Hart--qualified Justice. (207) Robert McClenachan refuses to pay over certain moneys due the County--ordered that he be prosecuted in General Court. NOVEMBER 15, 1758. (208) James Wilson qualifies admr. of Josiah Wilson, decd., as brother and heir-at-law. NOVEMBER 16, 1758. (211) Israel Christian qualifies admr. of Joseph Bell, Margaret, the widow, having refused. James Hughes, appraiser of Joseph Bell. (211) Wolrick Conrad qualified admr. of Hance Conrad, being brother and heir-at-law. (212) Dal. Smith qualifies admr. of Henry Lawrence, decd. (formerly granted to Jacob Sivers, now decd), it appearing to the Court that Windle Sivers, heir-at-law, refused to take burden of goods not administered. Rosanna Ralston and her husband, Wm. Ralston, being persons of ill-fame--bound to peace. (213) Orphans of Joseph Love, decd., to be bound by Church Wardens. NOVEMBER 17, 1758. (213) Wm. Russell--his death abates suit. (219) Appraisers appointed for the estate of Moses Moore, decd., in Green Brier. Jacob Halderman removed out of Colony. (222) John Buchanan qualified Lieut. of the County. (223) John Smith qualified Colonel of Militia. Wm. Preston qualified Major of Militia. Page 82 NOVEMBER 18, 1758. Page (228) Joseph Bell--suit abates by his death. (233) James Lockhart, Robert Breckinridge, Abraham Smith, and James Alexander, qualified Captains of Militia. Sampson Archer, qualified Lieut. Militia. NOVEMBER 22, 1758. (234) Called Court for examination of John Thompson on suspicion of killing James McKee. Not guilty. MARCH 21, 1759. (235) Wm. McGee summoned to pay freedom dues to his late servant, Frederick Frits. (236) Same as to Janet Frits, wife of Frederick. Andrew Loduskie and others to lay off a road. (236) Margaret Cancill refuses to qualify as admx. of her husband, Conrad Cancill, which is so inconsiderable that the Sheriff is ordered to sell it. (237) Abraham Bletcher--death abates suit. (240) William Farrell, orphan of John Farrell, to be bound out. (241) Andrew Muldrough's will to lie for further proof. (241) Barbara Ferrell--same as 240. supra. MARCH 22, 1759. (242) Elizabeth Contz, late Elizabeth Armentrout, summoned to give security as admx. of her husband's estate. (244) Andrew Muldrough--his death abates suit. MARCH 23, 1759. (247) John Hutcheson vs. Patton's Exrs. } Dismissed--having been served on a muster day. (247) Michael Warren, Ephraim Love and Alexr. Thompson, qualified Captains of Militia. Abraham Bird, qualified Ensign of Militia. APRIL 14, 1759. (256) Called Court on Mary Elliott for larceny. James Hughes a witness MAY 16, 1759. (257) Nathan McClure exempted from levy. (258) Robert Finla appointed Constable, vice James Hughes. (259) Orphans of George Buffenberry, decd., to be bound out. (260) Adam Hider--a witness from Hampshire. MAY 17, 1759. (264) Wm. Campbell's will partially proved. Page 83 MAY 18, 1759. Page (270) Caleb Harmon--his death abates suit. (276) Joseph Bell's estate granted to Wm. Wilson, who informed the Court that he had bound to him Joseph Bell, a mulatto natural son of Joseph begot upon a white woman, and he had no other relations in this Colony. (277) George Woolridge--a witness. (278) James Hughes appraiser of John Cain's estate. (278) Wm. Christian qualified Captain of Militia. MAY 19, 1759. (280) James Hughes--Ordinary license. (286) Gilbert Christian, qualified Ensign. James Robinson, qualified Ensign. AUGUST 15, 1759. (287) Wm. Buchanan qualifies on estate of James Buchanan, the heir-at-law having refused. John Potts, appraiser of Robert Clark. (289) Richard and Mary Sorrel, parents of Mary Sorrel, who is bound to Ro. Cunningham, complain of his treatment of her, and she is released from indenture. Thomas Drady, son of Daniel Drady and Elizabeth Drady, to be bound out; Daniel has left the Colony. AUGUST 16, 1759. (290) Saml. McDowell, qualified Captain of Militia. James McDowell, qualified Lieut. of Militia. John Lyle, qualified Ensign of Militia. (290) Archibald Stuart, with his son; Robert Cunningham, Patrick McCallom, with his son, and Daniel Kidd, added to tithables. (290) John Poage and Saml. Henderson qualify admrs. of Elizabeth Robinion, decd., Mathew Robinson, the heir-at-law, refusing. (291) Francis Kirkley, qualified Captain of Company of Foot. (292) Martha Borden, aged fourteen, orphan of Benj. Borden, chose John Bowyer her guardian. John White, with three others, added to tithables. Saml. McMurty, aged fifteen, orphan of Alexr McMurty, chose Mathew Lyle, guardian. George and Wm. Hutcheson added to tithables. AUGUST 17, 1759. (295) John Galespy, son of Thomas Galespy, added to tithables. (297) Wm. Preston, qualified Lt. Col. of the County. Thos. Stewart, with two others, added to tithables. John Jacob Fough (?) added to tithables. Ducking stool ordered. AUGUST 18, 1759. (298) George Bigham removed out of the Colony. (304) James Hutcheon and James Hughes, added to tithables. (307) Daniel Smith, qualified Captain of Foot. Page 84 AUGUST 20, 1759. Page (309) Hugh Ross, removed out of the Colony. (312) Audley Hamilton and James Hughes, qualified Lieutenants. OCTOBER 24, 1759. (312) Called Court on William Williams for murder of Terrence McGuire. Acquitted. NOVEMBER 2, 1759. (312) Court of Claims, &c. (312) Lieutenant John Hopkins, for ranging. William Christian, for ranging and provisions for his Company. James Bell, for a horse impressed. John Henderson, for ranging. Saml. McDowell, for ranging. (313) Daniel Higins, for going express by order of Col. Smith to Captain Lockhart. NOVEMBER 21, 1759. (314) Ro. McClenachan, with three others, added to tithables. (315) Joseph Gray, orphan of John Gray, chose Saml. Gray his guardian. (316) Henry Gay, mark recorded. Robert Conerley, exempted from levy. Wm. Preston, qualified Sheriff, Coroner and Escheator. (318) Isabella Hall (now wife of Robert Hall), qualified admx. of her late husband, Robert Ramsey. (318) Benj. Gray, orphan of John Gray, aged 14, chose William Gray his guardian. (319) Sarah, relict of James Armstrong, summoned to show cause against James's nuncupative will. John Spear and Robert Stuart, added to tithables. David Moore and George Moffett, qualified Captains of Militia. Wm. Canady, qualified Lieut. of Militia. Thomas Gardner and James Cowder, qualified Ensigns of Militia. NOVEMBER 22, 1759. (319) Michael Hogshead took the oaths. (320) Administration of John Gilmore was moved for by James Gilmore, eldest son, and also by Thomas Gilmore, the younger son--granted to Thomas. Jacob Clements, witness to will of Wm. Campbell, is dead. Jane Scott, aged 16, chose Danl. Smith guardian. (321) John Lowry--suit abates by his death. NOVEMBER 23, 1759. (326) Mathew Peggs has removed out of the County. (334) George Skillern and William Skillern, added to tithables. (335) Abraham Smith, qualified Major of Militia. Wm. Craven, qualified Ensign. John Smith qualifies admr. of Benj. Davis, Decd. Elithorn Davis, his eldest brother, having refused to take the admn. John Smith took the usual oaths. Page 85 Page (336) Jesse Saunders, John Cobb and Edward James, witnesses in this County--their depositions to he taken. John Johnson, having proved by James Hughes that Robert Rogers bit a piece out of his ear in a difficulty--certified. MARCH 19, 1760. (346) Elizabeth Calwell acknowledges satisfaction of freedom dues from her master, John Steel. David Cloyd, appointed guardian of Mary, infant orphan of John Cloyd. James Henderson qualified Ensign. John Cloyd, orphan of John Cloyd, chose David Cloyd his guardian. (347) John Bandy, servant of Sampson Mathews. William Moffett, orphan of John Moffett, chose George Moffett his guardian. Peter Hog, get certificate of good character for practicing law. MAY 20, 1760. (347) Peter Hog admitted to practice law. (348) Mary Gay, widow of John Gay, renounces the will, and agrees to maintain and educate her child, Henry, without making charge for the same. (351) William Speers, orphan, 12 years old, to be bound. (355) Hugh Thompson has lost his reason, and Bryce Russell and Andrew Leeper are appointed to take care of his estate. John Maxwell, qualified Captain of Militia. (356) ---- Dillon (attacked by Stevenson, Beard, Gilbert, and Harrison) has run away. MAY 22, 1760. (361) George Puffenbier, orphan of George Puffenbier, to be bound out. (362) Charles Stewart, very aged, freed from levy. James Rogers--death abates suit. MAY 23, 1760. (366) Thomas Thompson--his death abates suit. MAY 24, 1760. (377) Thomas Waters-his death abates suit. (380) William Long--his death abates suit. JUNE 11, 1760. (389) Called Court on Wm. Smith--larceny--acquitted. JUNE 19, 1760. (389) Called Court on Andrew Little--larceny--acquitted. AUGUST 19, 1760. (380) James Hughes, appraiser of Saml. Wilson. Page 86 Page (391) Christian Galley's will not allowed to go to record because of his insanity. AUGUST 20, 1760. (392) Henry Brown's wife, Alice, in Bedford, to be privately examined as to dower in land conveyed by Henry to Thos. Walker. (392) Joseph Mays vs. John Ramsey } Dedimus issue to Cumberland County, Pa., to take deposition of John Gregg. (392) James Lockhart pleaded his advanced age and infirmities against qualifying Justice. (393) William Drady, aged five, orphan of Daniel Drady, to be bound out. Barbara, aged three, daughter of Alvanus Bowyer, to be bound out--he is not able to support and educate her. Barbara Pence, aged twelve, orphan of Jacob Pence, to be bound out. John Pence, aged thirteen, same as above. (394) Admn. of estate of George Mouse taken from Michael Mallard and granted to Fred. Mouse, brother and next of kin to George. (395) John Patrick, qualified Lieut. of Militia. AUGUST 21, 1760. (396) Orphans of Patrick Fitzpatrick to he bound out. (397) Commission to issue for private examination of Jean, wife of Thomas Lewis. Thomas to Andrew Lewis. Hugh Thompson, very aged and infirm, exempted from levy. AUGUST 22, 176O. (402) Patrick Barnard and wife give bond that their children do not become burdensome to the parish. (406) Peter Vaneman. Paul Shaver, Philip Harper, and Honecle Huffman, added to tithables. AUGUST 23, 1760. (409) John King--his death abates suit. (421) John Flood's admrs. summoned to render an account. (423) George Welsh, very aged and infirm, exempted from levy. (426) Robert Lusk--witness from Louisa. NOVEMBER 19, 1760. (429) John Hughes--six old wolves heads assigned him. (431) Andrew Greer--Ordinary license, with James Hughes surety. (432) John Bags, Thomas Bags, Jacob Trumbeau, Jacob Bear, Isaac Brackfield, Conrad Lamb, John Richards, Jacob Richards, Thomas West, Daniel Cain, Martin Whitsell, Uriah Humble with one, Martin Humble, and Jacob Caplinger, added to tithables. (433) John Lankford, aged two, son of Thomas Lankford, who is unable to support him--be bound out. Page 87 NOVEMBER 20, 1760. Page (434) Conrad Custard, aged eighteen, orphan of Arnold Custard, chose Abraham Bird guardian. (434) Orphans of Patrick Fitzpatrick to be bound out. (436) Elijah McClenachan, qualified Lieut. of Militia. Commission for privy examination of Elianer, wife of Erwin Patterson. Patterson to Israel Christian. NOVEMBER 21, 176O. (439) Andrew Bird, with two others, and William Logan, Teterick Counts and John Counts, added to tithables. NOVEMBER 22, 1760. (448) Daniel Looney--death abates suit. (451) George Parker removed out of the County. (454) Benjamin Morgan added to tithables. (455) John Mathews acquits his servant man, Daniel Goodwin, of further service--for good service. (456) Motion of Mary Gay, relict of John Gay. Henry Gay, executor of John, to be summoned to settle accounts. NOVEMBER 24, 1760. (458) Sheriff instructed to sell, and Israel Christian and Felix Gilbert to convey, lots unsold in the land conveyed by Beverley. (458) Michael Harper and Patrick Barnet, very aged, exempted from levy. Israel Christian took the usual oaths and qualified Captain of Militia. DECEMBER 11, 1760. (461) Called Court on Daniel Montgomerie on suspicion of larceny--ten lashes. Same on Julian Mahoney for taking a gold ring from James Hughes--thirty-nine lashes. FEBRUARY 17, 1761. (462) Rebecca, wife of Abraham Hite--Commission for private examination. James Carr--hog and cow mark and horse brand recorded. Saml. McCune--same. Saml. Samples--same. (463) Jane, wife of Wm. Sprowl--Commission for private examination. Catherine Murley, aged 16, orphan of Daniel Murley, chose Uriah Humble guardian. (462) II. Zachariah Smith's mark recorded. Patrick Fitzpatrick's children not to be bound out, as formerly ordered, but to remain with their father-in-law, William Glasgow, he giving security to the Church Wardens. FEBRUARY 18, 1761. (463) II. Commission for private examination of Agnes, wife of John Ward. Page 88 Page (472) Robert Shanklin, qualified Captain of Militia. John Davis, qualified Lieutenant of Militia. Thomas Gardner appointed guardian of Mary Gardner, orphan of Thomas Gardner. William Graham, decd., his son, David Graham, chose William Man his guardian. (473) James Wilson. a witness. Dedimus to take his deposition in Lancaster County, Pa. (475) Called Court on Michael Kelly for larceny--taking a horse without a press warrant--twenty-five lashes. FEBRUARY 20, 1761. (475) Surveyor to have a book to record his surveys in. (479) James Looby--juryman. FEBRUARY 21, 1761. (480) John, James and John Fowler--jurymen. (483) Silas Hart--his death abates suit. FEBRUARY 23, 1761. (489) Patrick Davis--removed out of this Country. (490) Johnston Hill--his death abates suit. (493) Two eldest daughters of Barbara Anderson be bound out--eldest to Agnes Preston, the other to Mary Preston. (497) James Hughes--a witness. APRIL 27, 1761. (499) Called Court on, Edward McGarry for forgery. He is sick and the Court adjourns until tomorrow to see if Edward cannot be brought. Page 89 ************************************************************************ USGENWEB NOTICE: These electronic pages may NOT be reproduced in any format for profit or presentation by any other organization or persons. 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