FREDERICKSBURG, VA - CEMETERIES – Masonic Cemetery ----¤¤¤---- Source: Library of Virginia Digital Collection LVA Titled Files: Survey Report, Masonic burying ground: 1937 June 10 Research made by Sue K. Gordon Cemetery Location: West side of Charles Street, between George and William Streets, Fredericksburg, Virginia. City of Fredericksburg DATE: 1752. OWNERS: James Somerville 1700 was the original owner. Masons owner from 1752 to the present time. DESCRIPTION: The Masonic Burying Ground covers approximate one-half an acre; bought and enclosed by the Fredericksburg Lodge of Masons for members and their families. This plot is strongly protected with a substantial, irregular rock fence sides and front, at the back a massive, brick wall. There are several lovely old trees such as fir, locust, mimosa and an usually lovely walnut, south side of the cemetery. Border of hollyhocks on the northside, roses trailing on the old wall in a wild, natural state, lilacs which bloom abundantly in the Spring and the delicious fragrance from the blossoms fill the resting place of these faithful Masons and their families. Adjoining this cemetery on the north side is President Monroe’s Office. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE: The following prominent Masons and their families buried in this cemetery. Here lies the body of Lewis Littlepage who was born in the county of Hanover in the State of Virginia on the 19th day of December, 1762 and departed this life in Fredericksburg on the 19th day of July, 1802 Aged 39 years and 7 months. “Honored for many years with the esteem and confidence of the Unfortunate Stanislaus Augustus, King of Poland, he held under that monarch, until he lost his throne, the most distinguished offices, among which was that of Ambassadore to Russia. He was by him created the Knight of Saint Stanislaus, Chamberlain and confidential secretary in his cabinet, and acted as his special envoy in the most important occasions of talents, of military as well as civil, he served with credit as an officer of his rank in different arms. In private life he was charitable, generous and just, and in the various public offices which he filled, he acted with uniform magnanimity, fidelity and honor.” General Lewis Littlepage was born in Hanover county, Virginia and was one of the most brilliant men the State ever produced. His career was short, as he died at the age of thirty-nine years and seven months, but in that short life he greatly distinguished himself as a scholar, soldier and diplomat. He was a port of no mean ability. After graduating from William and Mary College he became the protege of John Jay at the Court of France in 1782, was a member of the cabinet of the King of Poland, and the King’s Chamberlain, with the rank of Major General, was a secret and special envoy to the Court of France to form the Grand Quadruple Alliance, was with Prince Potempkin in his march through Tartary de Negais, commanded a flotilla under Prince Nassau at his victory over the fleet of Turkey; was sent on an important mission to Madrid, in which he was successful; resigned the Confederation of Fargowitz, envoy to Saint Petersburg to prevent the division of Poland, was with King Stanislaus when he was captured by the Russians. It is said that General Littlepage has more honors and decorations showered upon him than any other American in history. He knew the persons and the Courts of almost all the Princes of Europe. The following is a copy of the last line of a letter from Lafayette to General Littlepage. Quote: “Adieu my dear Littlepage. Reply to my letter as soon as you can. I need it, and I still have more need of speaking to you, of embracing you, of the tender friendship which my heart has given you for life. Lafayette.” On General Littlepage’s way back to Poland in 1786, after a visit in Virginia, he wrote a letter to his half-brother, Alexander in which he said he visited General Washington at Mount Vernon, and that he found him much less reserved in conversation than he had been taught to expect, and that he was happy in having an opportunity of informing himself of many interesting features of the American war, which no one but the General could properly attest. He counted among his intimates in this county such men as Washington, Thomas Jefferson, John Paul Jones and others. All of this crowded in less than forty years. General Littlepage became sick of European politics and with his health shattered and gone, returned to America, settled in Fredericksburg and died. His grave is in the western corner of the Masonic cemetery and is marked by a marble slab with the inscription given above. ************** In memory of John M. Shepherd died in 1832 Aged 47 years And his wife, Judith Benson Shepherd died, February 16th, 1870 in her 80th year. John M. Shepherd was a pew owner in Saint George’s Church in 1832. His father was Andrew Shepherd of Orange county. A local writer calls Mr. Shepherd “the handsomest man ever seen”, and adds that whenever he visited the home of one of the residents on Gunnery Green for the purpose of collecting taxes-she cheerfully produced the money as though it were a great pleasure to pay taxes. Gunnery Green is on the outskirts of Fredericksburg, southwest and is no longer a residential section. Mr. and Mrs. Shepherd are both buried in the Masonic Burying ground. Many of the most substantial citizens of Fredericksburg are descended from this worthy couple. ************** In memory of Dorothea B. French daughter of George and Ann French who departed this life the 2nd day of July 1803 Aged 9 years and 4 months Dr. George French came over from Scotland with his nephew, Dr. James Carmichael. He served eight terms as Mayor of the town between the years 1790 and 1815. He was also a leading physician of Fredericksburg at that time. In 1806, he was appointed chairman of a committee to provide for the poor of the town. Dr. French died June 1, 1824, aged seventy-three years. The Virginia Herald says “Dr. French was for more than forty years a most respectable and extensive practitioner of medicine in this place. His death is greatly lamented by a large circle of relatives and friends.” Ann French, the mother of Dorothea, was a daughter of John Benger, and great niece of Sir Alexander Spotswood, the pioneer in so many and varied accomplishments and Virginia’s talented and most famous Governor – he who descended from the ancient Scottish family of Spottswoods. ************** In Memory of Charles Yates He was a native of White Haven and departed this life the 11th of January, 1809 in the 81st year of his age “after a long and painful illness which he endured with the fortitude and resignation of a Christian. Few have lived more respectable or better deserved respect. Sincere in his friendships, warm in his attachments, and indulgent master. Hospitable, charitable and benevolent, just and of the strictest probity. Liberal without ostentation, generous but nor profuse, sympathetic where sympath’s aid could best afford relief. To pity the distrest incli’s as well as just to all mankind.” Charles Yates was a zealous member of Fredericksburg Lodge of Masons serving as Secretary and as Junior Warden for a long time. In November, 1774, John Atkinson qualified to wind up the estate of William Paul, and Charles Yates, who afterwards became the famous John Paul Jones. Charles Yates is listed on the roster of members from Allen Town in Spotsylvania. It is recorded on September 6, 1776, at one of the many meetings of the Lodge at Charles Julian’s in the county: “This night Brother Yates paid up, being made a member of this Lodge.” Among his Masonic contemporaries, who were generally regular at the meetings were Fielding Lewis, James Mercer, Hugh Mercer, Charles Dick, John Thornton, Lewis Willis, George Weedon. Mr. Yates’ will is an interesting document, probated in 1909, recorded in the Fredericksburg Courthouse. He never married and evidently had a great deal of property both in this country and in England. He leaves lands and real estate in Virginia to his nephew, John Yates, the son of this brother, John Orseur Yates. Among the many legacies to this nephew are “my gold ring which was the wedding ring of my grandmother – my gold ring with my coat of arms engraved.” He leaves $2,000 to the Fredericksburg Charity School, for educating boys, and #1,000 to his god-daughter, Christian Yates Day. The nieces and nephews of Daniel Payne and the children of William Payne (Colonel Payne of the Falmouth Blues) are remembered generously. He leaves #1,000 to each of the children of John Scott, because of their blood connection with the same William Payne. He leaves Aminadab Book one of his servants money. He requests that Major Benjamin Day be his executor in Virginia, and bequesths to him amongst other tings “printed books” sleeve buttons with his cypher engraved on them. After many pages of bequests, he says: “Twentiethly I have great confidence in the integrity of Benjamin Day, my executor in Virginia and lastly I appoint my aforesaid nephew, the Reverend Richard Mathews of Wigton my sole executor in England Anno Domini 1806. Witnesses: Timithy Green, John Mundell, John Brown and Donald Campbell. ************** Here lies the body of John Scott who died, January 11th 1848 in the 76th year of his age. “Long one of the most respectable merchants in Fredericksburg. He was born in Greenock, Scotland, and emigrated to this country at a very early age. He possessed a large portion of that charity so beautifully described by Saint Paul in the 13th chapter of his epistle to Corinthians, Reader, look at this chapter for a knowledge of his character.” John Scott was the first of his family to come to this country. When a youth of sixteen he earnestly entreated his parents to allow him to try his fortune in the New World. He landed from the steamer in 1786, at Leedstown, Westmoreland county, at that time an important port on the Rappahannock river. He went to Essex county and found employment with the Brookes of Brooke’s Bank, who had built up a large shipping trade from that point, mainly in tobacco. He was there until the death of Mr. Brooke. He then came to Fredericksburg and entered into a business partnership with Robert Mackay, a fellow Scotchman and intimate friend. By mutual understanding there would be no speculation. John Scott considered it was not legitimate business. They were very successful. He fell in love with Frances S. Stone Payne, to whom he was married on October 14, 1799. He built for her the charming old home on Charles Street, between William and George Streets, east side of street. It was taken down about six years ago, and the site is now occupied by garages, belonging to the Princess Anne Hotel. This old home was known for its hospitality, and it was the center for all of the connections and friends. Mr. Mackay, could not resist a certain speculation, and it proved to be a failure. The prosperous firm found itself without a penny to its credit and with many liabilities. Mr. Scott had many consultations with his faithful and efficient wife as to the best way to face the future. His cordial relations to Mr. Mackay, remained the same, under these difficult conditions. One evening, when the cloud seemed darkest, John Scott must have become possessed of his magic wand, as before. There appeared at the door of Scotts Cousin Anthony Christopher, a very wealthy and dear relative from Scotland, who had just stepped from the Rappahannock steamer. He knew nothing of the business complications, but the whole of the night was spent in fruitless discussion. Cousin Christopher was unofficial chairman of a ways and means committee. The next day the two men interviewed the officers of the Old Bank of Virginia and other business houses, and before long Mr. Scott’s business affairs were even more prosperous than before. ************** (NOTE: The report does not note a marker inscription) Alexander Rose was the father of this child, and the ancestor of the Roses of Falmouth and Fredericksburg. He was a vestryman in Saint George’s Church in 1814. He was married twice. His first wife was a Mildred Washington and his second was Sarah Fontaine. Dr. Lawrence Berry Rose, who married Eliza Wellford, was a son of the latter union. One of the interesting old documents at the Courthouse is a deed, made in 1814, transferring Lots #109-110, bounded by Charles, Fauquier, and Prince Edward Streets, to Alexander F. Rose. The lots (one-half acre each) at one time belonged to Fielding and Betty Lewis, and were opposite to the property formerly occupied by Major Benjamin Day. When they were transferred to Alexander Rose, they were a part of the estate of Honorable John Dawson, deceased, the “poor man’s friend” and congressman from this district, who according to the biographers of James Monroe, was connected with that eminent man. Although this year must have been less pre-presidential engagements for he now held either the office of Secretary of State or acting Secretary of War he with Robert Patton, the son-in-law of General Hugh Mercer, took time to administer the estate of his departed collegue, Honorable John Dawson. The latter was an important man in national affairs. Tradition, which in this case has reasonable grounds for fact, says that James Monroe and John Dawson each lived in the old house with the enormous chimney, corner Fauquier and Prince Edward Streets, which has been demolished. ************** To the memory of Hannah Rudd who died May 16th, 1858 aged 81 years Hannah Rudd was the “venerable and venerated mother of Captain John Rudd, United States Navy. Captain Rudd spent many years in Fredericksburg, being here between cruises. At one time he was with Captain David Porter, and in 1826 was ordered to the United States Ship Brandywine. In 1859, he commanded the Washington navy-yard. The Rudds were pew owners in Saint George’s Church. Their residence was the house on the corner of Princess Ann and Charlotte Streets. ************** Departed this life on the 21st of April, 1843 Miss Mary Ann Rudd Aged 45 years “Thy tomb by Jesus is blest Thy Spirit to its Father God, hath winged its way. May Rudd was probably the daughter of Mrs. Hannah Rudd. ************** Harriet Ficklen infant daughter of Franklin and Lucretia Slaughter Died July 27th, 1849 The father of this child was a prominent citizen of Fredericksburg, a banker and president of the Old Dominion Steamboat Company. ************** The remains of Mrs. Delia Smith widow of George Smith late of Dumfries, Virginia Died April 8th, 1841 in the 59th year of her age “To our mother, Delia Smith Born in Dumfries, Virginia, July 12, 1780 Died April 8, 1841, Aged 60 years, 8 months and 27 days.” The parents of Mrs. Delia Forbes Smith were Dr. David Forbes of Scotland, the first of the name to come to America and his wife, Margaret Sterling, the only child of the last Laird of Herbertshire. They were married in Edinburgh in 1774, and came to America and settled in Dumfries, Virginia. Dr. Forbes was a surgeon in the Revolution. Their daughter, Delia Forbes, was married to George Smith at Dumfries, November 28, 1799. Murray Forbes Smith, a son of this union, was married May, 1840, in Mobile, Alabama to Miss Ann Desha, and their daughter, Alva, married William K. Vanderbilt, of New York City. She was afterwards Mrs. O. H. P. Belmont. The former Duchess of Marlborough, Consuello Vanderbilt, was a greatgranddaughter of Mrs. Smith. Her will was probated in Fredericksburg in 1841. She conveys to her daughter, Sally Smith, and her heirs forever all her property. ************** In memory of Elizabeth J. W. Knox consort of W. A. Knox who died on the 8th day of April, 1849 in the 24th year of her age. “Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord. They shall be mine saith the Lord of Hosts in that day when I make up my jewels. Malachi, chapter III, verse 17.” Before her marriage Elizabeth Knox was Elizabeth Jennings of Fauquier county. The husband of Elizabeth, William A. Knox Jr., must be sleeping nearby, as he requests in his will probated in 1851, to be buried in the “Masonick Ground”, as near my wife, Elizabeth as possible, and I furthermore request my heirs to place a simple stone, head and foot over each---. “He wants all monies to be equally divided between my brothers and sisters, or their heirs.” He mentions sisters, Annie Bell Knox and Sarah Alexander Bell, and brothers, Simon Bolivar and Henry Morson, also William Knox Soutter. William A. Knox was the second son of William A. Knox Sr., and grandson of William and Susannah Fitzhugh Knox. The father left among his possessions, eight or nine acres near Poplar Spring. This was the old home of William A. Knox Jr. The house is which he lived is still standing. It has been repaired and is a very handsome dwelling. The old Poplar Spring is still used, and water is as delicious as ever. About ten years ago before Fredericksburg had its present up-to-date filtering plant, it was the custom of the people of the town to visit the old spring, and get water for drinking purposes. It was a common sight to see the old spring surrounded by people with jugs awaiting their turn to fill up their vessels with the healthy, cold spring water. Mrs. Ann Somverville Knox Hayes, the daughter of William Knox’s Uncle Thomas, occupied the old Hayes home on Main Street, which is still in possession of descendants. Its attractive white enameled woodwork and other features tell of the architecture of another day. Mrs. Hayes, with her children, Mary Ann, Sarah Stuart, James and John, used to consider it a delightful frolic to be taken, together with “Mammy Abbey” out to Cousin Willie’s to spend a long day. ************** In memory of our mother Sarah C. Knox relict of William A. Knox born, February 27th, 1795 died, July 20th, 1845 Sarah Casson Alexander Knox was the daughter of William and Sarah Casson Alexander, and granddaughter of Thomas and Sarah Bruce Casson. She was lineally descended from John Alexander, who emigrated to Virginia from Scotland and settled in Stafford County in 1660. She was also of the family of William Alexander, “Lord Sterling” a major-general in the American Revolution to whom the Congress of the United States sent direct messages of thanks for his judicious measures, and meritorious exertions---in the war for American independence. General Alexander died, January 15, 1783. ************** Sacred to the memory of Susan Gordon daughter of William A. and Sarah C. Knox who departed this life, April 8th, 1817 Aged 5 years and 4 months “Thy short earthly pilgrimage is ended Thou art sheltered from the storms of this vale of misery Go happy soul to the bosom of thy Redeemer, who waits to receive thy gentle spirit Go and with countless multitudes of Saints and angels Join in Halleluias to the Lamb, Who liveth forever and ever.” Sacred to the memory of William A. Knox who departed this life September 8th, 1831 Aged 42 years. “I heard a voice from Heaven saying come unto me, Write, Blessed are the dead who died in the Lord, from henceforth; Yea, saith the Spirit that they may rest from their labours, and their works do follow them.” The family of Knox is an interesting one. Tradition, which has been corroborated by painstaking research, declares that in the eleventh century one Uchter, Earl of Northumberland, married Elgiva, daughter of Ethelred II, King of England. They or their descendants settled in Scotland, and in fee simple or by marriage they became possessed of four baronies, or lordships within the Regality of Renfrew, viz: Knox, Ranfurly, Craigends, and Griff Castle. One of the lords fixed his residence in the Barony of Knox and surnames coming into use about that time, he was known thereafter as Adamus de Knox. The story of William Knox or Renfrew, who married Janet Somerville of the same locality, and of their three sons who emigrated to America, is indeed a pleasing narrative. By the will of John Knox, merchant in Falmouth, Virginia made in 1768, he leaves extensive lands in Stafford county to his three brothers, William of Windsor Lodge, Culpeper, Robert of Charles county, Maryland, and Alexander “over the sea”. Litigation between the three Knox brothers and the heirs of Peter Hedgman of the same county, in which were involved many acres of land, must have been a burdensome tax on the intelligence, faithfulness, and patience of William, who acted with power of attorney. One wonders if the final decision was satisfactory to the brothers. William A. Knox was an important man in this community in the early years of the nineteenth century. He was a son of William Knox and Susanna Stuart Fitzhugh Knox, the latter being a daughter of Thomas Fitzhugh of Bosco-Belle, a beautiful old estate in Stafford county now destroyed by fire. One of the sisters of William A. Knox, Anna Campbell Knox, married Bazil Gordon of Falmouth; another Susan, married Samuel Gordon, afterwards of Kenmore, and a brother of Dr. Thomas Fitzhugh Knox, married a Miss Rieley, and this couple were the parents of that genial old gentleman, Thomas Fitzhugh Knox, who may be remembered by some of the older residents of the town. It was a granddaughter of William A. Knox, Emily Soutter Dix, the wife of Dr. Morgan Dix, rector of Trinity Church, New York, who published that charming biography, “Reminiscences of the Knox and Soutter Families.” Mr. Knox was senior warden of Saint George’s Church at one time and vestryman in the year 1815. His will was made in 1828 and probated in 1831, leaving all to my dear wife and children. Thomas Sedden, Philip Alexander and brother, John S. Knox were his executors and Carter L. Stevenson, William I. Roberts, Arthur A. Morson, John Moncure, William C. Beale, and others were named as securities. ************** John Minor, son of General Minor is also buried in the Masonic Burying Ground, but there is no record of it, and no tombstone marks his grave. In 1784, Mr. Minor was attorney for the Commonwealth at a salary of 1200 pounds. In 1850, he was on the Committee appointed by the Council to inquire into the expediency of extending the limits of the town of Fredericksburg. In 1806, he was appointed inspector for the town at large. John Minor, was the last here of General Minor’s family. He lived alone for many years in the dwelling on (Main) Caroline Street, or in old times known at Lovers’ Lane, formerly owned and occupied by Mrs. Alice Coghill and now owned by Mr. W. W. Braxton. Mr. Minor was very eccentric, but kindly disposed, a friend to children, young people and struggling genius. He was the first to discover the talent of John Elder, the painter. He showed his interest by raising among his friends the money for the young man to go abroad and study. Elder did some very fine portraits. Mr. Minor was a close friend of Mr. Fred Coleman, owner and founder of Concord Academy, the first of Virginia’s great boy’s schools. Mr. Coleman, Mr. Minor and Mr. A. A. Little would sit up and talk all night long and discuss learned and intricate questions. In Mr. Minor’s last illness his neighbor, Mrs. Elliott Braxton took him to her home and nursed him and there he died. Other persons besides those recorded, to be found in church or courthouse records, who are buried herein are John Minor, as outlined above, Mrs. Elizabeth Carmichael, the widow of Dr. James Carmichael; Miss Ann Heckley; Miss Isabella Scott of Scotia; Miss Lucy H. Metcalfe, daughter of John Metcalfe, Esquire; Mrs. Eliza Alexander Roy, widow of John Roy; Major W. T. Dix, of the Confederate States Army, and others. There are also handsome stones with the apparently meaningless inscriptions “Idb”, “Maggie”, “Willie” encircles by a wreath of blossoms artistically chiselled into the stone. ************** To the memory of William Storke who died August 27th, 1822 Aged 69 years “This stone is placed by his bereaved widow. But we sorrow not as those who have no hope, For is we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so them also which sleep in Jesus will God bring with him.” William Storke owned and occupied “Bunker Hill”, and in his will the property was left to his wife, Anne Rosette Byron. Upon the death of Mr. Storke the property fell into the hands of a son, William Storke. Frances H. Johnston was a daughter, and other sons were Henry D. and Bailey Washington. The Storkes occupied pew #33 in Saint George’s Church. “Bunker Hill” was built in 1814 and was prettily located just midway between Fredericksburg and Falmouth. The dwelling burned several years ago and was replaced by a frame dwelling which is now used as a tourist home. The Storkes were of the family of Bailey Washington, and his gallant son, Lieutenant Colonel William Augustine Washington of Stafford County. ************** In Memory of Alexander Walker born July 1st, 1771 died December 28th, 1830 Aged 59 years, 2 months and 29 days From Alexander Walker’s will, dated August 18, 1830, and an advertisement of Windsor chairs for sale in the Virginia Herald, we infer that Mr. Walker was a cabinet maker. The belief is strengthened by the fact that two chairs were purchased from a Mr. Walker, thirty or forty years ago by Lodge No. 4, which had once been in the possession of Mrs. Mary Bell Washington, the mother of George Washington. Alexander Walker mentions among many other items in his will his plantation in Stafford, his lots in Fredericksburg purchased of Mary and John Coakley. He gives “the house and lot I now occupy, including the shop thereon, in which I carry on my business to my beloved wife, “also fifteen servants, and all the other servants, (calling them all by name), that work in the shop. He leaves his wife everything necessary for carrying on the business tools, material, stock in trade, etc. He wants his son, Richard to continue the business for his mother, and he desires that the “infant part of my family by particularly well taken care of.” His wife, Susan, his son, Richard and John Metcalfe are his executors. Mr. Walker has his shop at Wolfe and Main Streets, and the site is now occupied by a store. William J. Spindler, Robert C. Bruce, William Murphy witnesses. ************** In memory of Cornelia Grinnan daughter of Daniel and H.B. Grinnan born, February 2nd, 1821 died, December 20th, 1864 Reverend Horace Hayden says “Cornelia Grinnan was a women of unusual culture. Her well-stored, sparking mind, her brilliant conversational powers and ready wit, made her sought after in every circle. She was a kinsman of the Duke of Argyle and a great favorite with the Duke and also the Duchess Dowager, who she visited at Adencaple Castle. On this visit Queen Victoria honored her with a private reception and she formed an intimate friendship with Lady Amelia Matilda Murray, maid of honor to the Queen. ************** Daniel Grinnan “An elder in the Presbyterian Church. He is dead, but his memory still liveth, He is gone – but his example is here; And the lustre and fragrance it giveth Shall linger for many a year. A tribute of respect and of affection to my husband and two sons, Walter and Daniel O there is joy in the grief of the weeper; Whose loss may above be restored; And sweet is the sleep of the sleeper Who rest in the name of the Lord.” Daniel Grinnan came to Fredericksburg from Culpeper when a boy, about 1792 and was employed by James Somerville, a wealthy merchant of the town. (Mr. Somerville was elderman of Fredericksburg in 1782). Later, Mr. Grinnan, became a partner in the firm of Murray, Grinnan and Mundell, who built up a large foreign and domestic trade. He died, March 26, 1830. The following is a paragraph from one of the leading newspapers. “Few men have passed through life with a more unblemished reputation. His undoubted integrity, his intelligence and well cultivated mind, his open hearted and generous benevolence. His unfeigned piety, will long be recollected by all who knew him.” In his will probated in 1830, he mentions “Presque Isle”, my farm in Culpeper. This stout and still beautiful old brick mansion with its thick walls and hand carved woodwork was built in 1815. The huge brick stable, the slaves’ quarters, the spring house and dairy house are all still here. A splendid herd of dairy cattle forms a part of the possessions of the present owner. John S. Wellfield, Jeremiah Morton and John Glassell were executors, and Robert Patton, James Carmichael, George F. Carmichael and Samuel B. Wilson were witnesses to the will of Daniel Grinnan. ************** Our Mother Helen B. Glassell Relict of Daniel Grinnan of Fredericksburg Died October 16, 1963 in the 69th year of her age. “Living the life of the righteous Dying in the triumphs of the Gospel. (Her last word) “All is well – All is well with me now and forever, and forever more”.” Helen Buchan Glassell Grinnan, of Torthowald, Madison County (formerly Culpeper), was the daughter of Andrew Glassell, of Scotch ancestry. She married Daniel Grinnan, November 20, 1815. Her old home Torthowald, was patterned after the old home in Scotland, and the workman who erected it were brought over from that country. ************** In memory of Ellen Gordon Wilson Daughter of Douglas H. Gordon and Mary Ellen Clarke Born November 30, 1838 Died March 3, 1894 Ellen Gordon Wilson was a granddaughter of Bazil and Anne Campbell Gordon of Falmouth. ************** John Chew Born 1773 Died 1837 Aged 66 years John Chew, who sleeps beneath this flat stone is a brother of Caroline M. Chew Stanard, whose last resting place adjoins his on the south. His nephew, Cadwallader Brock, is contiguous on the north. Possibly John Chew never married, as no sign of wife or children appear in his will made October 11, 1837. He mentions his sisters, Philadelphia C. Waller, Ann Brock, Elizabeth Cammack, Mary Chew, Caroline M. Stanard, and brothers, Thomas and Robert Chew, and Beverley Chew, of New Orleans, and Cadwallader W. Brock, his nephew. Among the interesting items which he leaves are “my silver cup, my gold watch and chain, my double barrelled gun, and my silver mounted pistols in a mahogany case.” He is most solicitous that his executors pay to Fredericksburg Lodge No. 4 “the sum of nearly #400., which they deposited with me for safe keeping the exact sum will appear on the books of the Lodge.” To Louise A. Skymanski and Maria B. Peacock he leaves #600. each to help educate their children. ************** In memory of Robert Lewis the only child of Robert H. and S.M. Crump who departed this life on the 21st November 1835 Aged 2 years and 26 days “As the sweet flower that scents the morn But withers in the rising day Thus lovely was this infant’s dawn Thus swiftly, fled its life away. It died to sin, it died to cares But for a moment felt the rod Oh mourner such the Lord declares Such are the children of our God.” Robert Lewis Crump was the little grandson of Robert T. and Mary Ellis. His mother was Selena Ellis Crump. ************** In memory of James Carmichael son of Charles and Jenette G. Goodwin He was born on the 17th of September, 1823 and died on the 25th of July 1830 “Suffer little children to come unto me, for of such is the kingdom of Heaven.” This little boy was the grandson of Dr. James Carmichael. ************** Caroline the beloved wife of W. P. Goodwin with perfect resignation to the will of her maker, departed this life December 29th, 1824 Aged 27 years, 9 months and 24 days “Thy will be done O Lord” There is no stone to William P. Goodwin, the husband of this young wife, but he may be resting near. ************** Sacred to the memory of Jessie Somerville Gordon daughter of Samuel and Susan K. Gordon who departed this life in August 1822 This was the grandchild of William and Susanne Knox, and daughter of Samuel and Susan Fitzhugh Knox Gordon of Kenmore. This interment antedates by several years those at the Gordon burying ground near Kenmore. ************** In memory of Anna Green who departed this life 10th August, 1804 Aged 28 years “Sleep soft in dust, wait the Almighty’s will, Then rise unchanged and be an angel still.” Surely a beautiful tribute is implied in this inscription to the memory of Anna Green. ************** To the memory of Jones Green of the County of Culpeper, who died on the 20th day of June, 1858 in the 64th year of his age Jones Green was the son of Captain James Green of the American Revolution, and his wife, Betsy Jones. He was the grandson of Robert Green, who emigrated from Ireland in 1710, and who married, Eleanor Dunn of Scotland. Jones Green married, Susan Scott of Fredericksburg. He named his country seat in Culpeper “Greenock” in compliment to the old home of his wife’s father in Scotland. There are many descendants of this couple in this vicinity and elsewhere. ************** To the memory of Susan E. M. wife of Jones Green of Culpeper County, and eldest child of John and F.S. Scott of Fredericksburg Born on the 24th day of January, 1800 Died on the 5th day of December, 1844. “Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord.” Susan Elizabeth Margaret Scott Green was born at “Scotia” the old Scott home on Charles Street, which must have been in its day a charming residence. ************** Sacred to the memory of Harriet Hart the beloved wife of John Hart who departed this life on the 1st January, 1825 in the 29th year of her age “And I heard a voice from Heaven saying unto me, write Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord, from henceforth, Yea saith the Spirit that they may rest from their labours, and their works do follow them.” Revelation XIV – 13 “Jesus can make a dying bed Feel soft as downy pillows are While on his breast, I lean my head And breathe my life out sweetly there.” ************** Sacred to the memory of John Hart who departed this life January 8th, 1852 Aged 52 years The family of Hart seems extinct in this locality today. But this couple with their children, grandchildren and greatgrandchildren ably represented for several generations the intelligence, the culture, the kindness and courtesy which were characteristics of the people of the town. Horace Hayden says that Harriet Hart was a daughter of Timothy Green, the pioneer editor. ************** In memory of James Heath who departed this life at “Snowden” on the morning of the 3rd of December, 1846 In the 84th year of his age James Heath was related to the family of Yeaman Smith through the Waddey family – Nancy Waddell having married Robert Osborne and Mary marrying James Heath, his paternal ancestor. Mr. Heath was a very scholarly man, and possessed a great deal of property. A paragraph from an old letter from the late, Mrs. John L. Stansbury of “Snowden”, daughter of Yeaman Smith, reads: “When I was a child, about sixty years ago or more, I had an old relative, a graduate of old William and Mary before the Revolutionary War, a resident in my father’s family, who undertook to teach me the deed languages “This was James Heath.” He was a lawyer by profession, but illness compelled him to seek a retired life, and “Snowden” and his relatives attracted him. Mr. Heath seems to have taken a lively interest in Fredericksburg affairs as his name is often seen on various old business documents. ************** To our Father General John Minor Born, May 13th, 1761 Died, at Richmond, June 8th, 1816 “He was as brave a man and as true a patriot as ever lived.” William Wirt. Removed to his cemetery from “Hazel Hill” December 29, 1855. “Blesses are the dead who die in the Lord.” General John Minor was born in 1761 at the home of his ancestors, Topping Castle, Caroline County, and died in 1816. He became a soldier of the Revolution when he was a young boy. He was a fine lawyer, engaging and warm hearted citizen. In the war of 1812, he was given the title of General. When General Minor was a member of the Virginia House of Delagates it is said he introduced the first bill in the General Assembly for the emancipation of slaves. This he did in 1782, in Richmond. He was the uncle of Matthew F. Maury, and an intimate friend of James Monroe. General Minor was the first Commonwealth Attorney of Fredericksburg. He built “Hazel Hill”, located at the lower end of Princess Ann Street. This property is now owned by the Shannons. At the time of his death, he was in Richmond attending to some professional engagements, he was taken sick and after an illness of two days he died. After his death his family occupied the house now owned and occupied by Mr. C. Wister Braxton, located on lower Main Street, or as called many years ago “Lovers Lane”. Matthew F. Maury was a frequent visitor to the house. ************** Lewis-----of Robert Lewis, Esquire, who died, January 17th, 1829 Aged about 60 years “In the various relations of life he was faithful, courteous and kind, and as chief magistrate of this corporation he received grace to execute Justice and maintain Truth. The friend of good Order Religion, he died in the hope of happy Immortality. Touching this spot lie the remains of his wife, Mrs. J.W. Lewis, who died November 29th, 1830. Aged 56 years, and of his son, Robert T. Lewis, who died, October 9th, 1823. Aged 17 years.” Colonel Robert Lewis was a son of Colonel Fielding Lewis and his wife, Betty Washington Lewis, and was born at the home of his parents (Kenmore) about the year 1769. He was the private secretary to General Washington, his uncle, and acted as escort to Mrs. Martha Washington, when she went to New York to attend the first inauguration of her husband. He served several terms as Mayor of Fredericksburg, and was many times elected vestryman and warden in Saint George’s Church. Colonel Lewis had fought with Lafayette during the Revolution and in 1824, as chief magistrate of the town, he made the welcoming speech to the Marquis de Lafayette. Miss Anna Carter, related that the “Presbyterian sisters used to assemble at the time of the annual election for Mayor and pray that Colonel Lewis would be re- elected, since if he were not he would removed with his family to their country residence.” It is said that the boy, Robert Lewis in 1784, carried the message to his grandmother, Mary Bell Washington that Lafayette had arrived and wanted to see her. She was working in her flower garden at her home on Charles Street. ************** In memory of Benjamin Day Born, in London 24th day September 1762 and died in Fredericksburg 16th of February, 1821 “He removed to this county early in life and took an active part in the Revolution, having served with credit as an officer of the American Army. A great portion of his time since has been devoted to the public in discharging the duties of magistrate, in which he was un- commonly zealous and useful. The Male Charity School of Fredericksburg is chiefly indebted to him for its origin in 1796, and for its prosperity to his unremitted attention in the principal management of its concerns, over which he presided until the time of his death.” Major Benjamin Day was twice Mayor of Fredericksburg, warden and vestryman in Saint George’s Church. He was a real philanthropist. He served in the Revolutionary War as side de camp to General Woodford and Lord Stirling. He was adjutant Second Virginia Regiment in 1777. He was an enthusiastic Mason and was one of the seven Grand Masters for the Grand Lodge of Virginia, furnished by Fredericksburg Lodge, having been elected to that office, November 27, 1797. ************** Here lies the body of David Blair a native of Angus Shire, North Britain Born, February 18th, 1710 and departed this life, June 29th, 1801 “An honest man’s the noblest work of God.” David Blair was Secretary of the Fredericksburg Lodge of Masons. His name appears on an order authorizing the issuance of a charter for holding a Lodge in Gloucester, October 10, 1770. David and James Blair are mentioned as “Scotch importing merchants of Fredericksburg.” The following is his will: “This 31st day of January in the year of our Lord, being a remarkably snowy day, I cannot get out of doors. I therefore sit down to make my last will and testament ___ wish my body to be buried alongside of my daughter, ____ Isabella, in the Mason’s burying ground ____. I appoint my trusty and well beloved friends, Benjamin Day, Daniel Grinnan, Robert Walker and Anthony Buck my Executors.” ************** To the memory of Bazil Gordon who was born near Kirkcudbright in Scotland on the 16th May, 1768 and died at Falmouth, Virginia on the 20th of April, 1847. Died, October 8th, 1867 To the memory of Susan, William, Virginia Fitzhugh and Agnes Somerville, children of Bazil and Annie C. Gordon, who died in their childhood. Bazil Gordon was the first millionaire in the United States. He came to Virginia in 1783. He left to his heirs one of the largest fortunes in the State accumulated by hard work and the strictest integrity. He built for his home the large brick house nearest the bridge, the tradition being that the bricks, brass locks, etc., were brought from England. ************** Sacred to the memory of Robert Smith Chew who departed this life on the 2nd day of November in the year of 1826 in the 47th year of his age. “Go, just in word, in every thought sincere Who knows no wish but what the world might hear. Of gentlest manner, unaffected mind, Lover of Peace and friend of human kind Composed in sufferings, and in joy sedate. Good without noise, without pretension great. Go live! for heaven’s eternal year is thine Go! and exalt thy moral devine.” Robert S. Chew succeeded his father, John Chew, in the office of Clerk of the Hustings Court (This was later Corporation County). Records show that the Chew family held the clerkship of the Hustings Court covering a period of ninety-nine years and eleven days, except the short time it was held by W. C. Strait under military appointment. He was a vestryman in Saint George’s Church in 1813. In his will, he left the annual rent from the Island which he purchased from John Mortimer, to his sister, Elizabeth French; John was the son of Dr. Charles Mortimer, who preciously owned the “Island Plantation” now owned and occupied by Mr. and Mrs. Jet W. Lauck. The Chews owned and occupied for more than a hundred years the house where Professor F.A. Franklin now has his music school, located on Prince Edward Street next to what was formerly called “Hartley Hall”. “Hartley Hall” is now being repaired and added to, and will be occupied as a Clinic and owned by the Fredericksburg physicians. Robert S. Chew is buried in the Masonic burying ground. ************** Memento Mori! Here lies buried the body of Eliezer Callender of Boston in New England, who departed this life the 9th of November in the year of our Lord, 1792 in the 53 year of his age. The tomb of Eliezer Callender is one of the oldest in the Masonic Burying Ground. Campbell’s History of Virginia records the name of “Eliezer Callender” as a naval captain in the war of the Revolution, possibly this was the same man. His being from Boston seems to strengthen the supposition. At the Library of Congress there is a pamphlet (1911) on the Callender family which tells that members of the family have attained distinction in Boston. Eliezer Callender was Overseer of the Poor for many years and was one of the original members of the Society of the Cincinnati. His property was appraised in January, 1793 “under order of the Worshipfull Court of Hustings for the City of Fredericksburg,” Listed below are some of his treasures: Large mahogany dining table, large looking glass, silver Milk Pot, Brass Hanirons, shovell and tongs, Dutch oven, Scotch carpets, chests of drawers, table spoons, one soup ladle” etc. to which were added a cow, and a “Park Phaeton”. F. Thornton Jr., G.B. Wallace and John Frazer were his appraisers. ************** There is rest in Heaven. Sacred to the memory of Susan A. daughter of John and Catherine Metcalfe and wife of Reverend Thomas S. Savage. Born in Fredericksburg and died April 16th, 1839 in the 28th year of her age at Cape Palmas, Western Africa, where her mortal remains now rest, waiting to be quickened into life, when her Lord shall appear in his glory. Susan Metcalfe married Dr. Thomas S. Savage in 1833, in the house now owned and occupied by Mrs. Carrie Willis, located on Princess Anne Street between what was formerly known as the Doswell House and now as the Rowe property, and the Quarters, Mrs. Bogge’s home. Susan cut her name on one of the panes of glass in Mrs. Willis’ house. It seems almost incredible that the glass still remains intact, but this is authentic. In that period it was an old Virginia custom for the newly engaged girl to cut her maiden name or initials on a pane of glass in the old house which had sheltered her for so many years. Susan Metcalfe was confirmed in her early years in Saint George’s Church. Reverend Philip Slaughter, the historiographer of the Diocese of Virginia of another day, counts it a privilege to have known Mrs. Savage personally. In December, 1838, she sailed with her husband for Africa where she died in April, 1839, after distinguishing herself as a zealous pioneer in African missions. Dr. Slaughter thus describes her. “Who that remembers that open face, that cheerful voice, those artless manners, that kind and gentle heart which so endeared her to the social and domestic circles in which she moved, but will drop a tear at the early blighting of her bloom beneath the scorching sun of Africa.” Dr. Slaughter also says: “If the blood of the martyrs be the seed of the church, from the graves of Launcelot Minor and Susan Savage there yet may spring a noiseless band of heavenly soldiery who-----will carry the war into Africa and plant the ensigns of the gospel high on the pagan hills.” (Reverend Launcelot Byrd Minor was the son of General John Minor of “Hazel Hill” and his wife, Lucy Landon Carter.) Reverent Thomas S. Savage, M.D. was the first white missionary to be sent by the Episcopal Church to foreign shores. He arrived the first time, in Cape Palmas on Christmas day, 1836. He was a native of Connecticut and had practiced medicine. ************** Erected to the memory of Dr. James Carmichael By his family. Born, in Glasgow, Scotland on the 30th of November, 1771 and died in Fredericksburg on the 14th June, 1831, in the 60th year of his life. James Daniel, Edward Smith, Peter Gordon, and Harriett Randolph, infant children of James and Elizabeth Carmichael, Elizabeth Hackley, Francis Taylor, William Henry Taylor, infant children of Edward H. and Sarah L. Carmichael. Dr. James Carmichael came to this country about 1790 and settled in Fredericksburg where he practiced medicine. His office was the small, brick building in the yard of the old Carmichael Home. The Carmichael House was built in 1760 by Charles Yates, who sold it to Dr. James Carmichael about 1790. From that time until a few years ago four Carmichaels in succession have been physicians, with their residence and office at the old site. This pretty, old picturesque house and yard is located on Hanover and Charles Streets, and next to Saint George’s Rectory. Dr. Spotswood W. Carmichael, the last of the Carmichael physicians was much beloved by all of the old citizens of Fredericksburg, whom he served so long and faithfully. ************** John Goolrick a native of Sligo, in Ireland Died on the 17th, 1840 in the __ year of his age. “For forty-five years he was a resident of Virginia, the whole of which time he was honourably, faithfully engaged in the instruction of her youth.” John Goolrick taught the youth of the town for forty-five years, he was assisted in his school by his son, George who was an accomplished teacher and cultured gentleman. John Goolrick’s school at one time was on lower Main Street in the small brick building owned later on by Mr. W.S. Hitt. Mr. Goolrick owned the whole lot on which the Hitt and Ray houses are located. His schoolhouse was on the lot where the Hitt house is now, and his dwelling was the one next door, occupied by Mrs. Annie Ray. His schoolhouse was similar to the small brick house in Mr. Braxton’s yard, formerly owned by Mrs. Alice Coghill. The schoolhouse was taken down, and on the foundation the present dwelling occupied by Mr. S.W. Hitt was erected. He also carried on his school at the house called “Bunker Hill”. Mr. Goolrick believed in geometry and such was the thoroughness of his methods that several pupils in his school were able to stand up before him and upon his calling by book and number for any proposition in Euclid to repeat the theme and instantly give the demonstration. The blackboard in his day was unknown, but the geometrical figures were projected by rule, scale and compasses, and were therefore far more symmetrical than any that now appear on the blackboard. His mode of discipline were only two – keeping in after school and the rod. He believed in the rod, and had two forms thereon; one, the common form consisting of stout and long twigs out from the althea bushes in his garden; the other a more solemn form, kept for high occasions being a seasoned cane of bamboo, with an ivory head, and which by frequent use had become split into two parts, though united at the handle and ferfule. Mr. Goolrick was an engineer as well as a professor, as he surveyed the town of Fredericksburg. After his death his son continued to conduct the school. He requested in his will that his body be buried in the Masonic Burial ground of Lodge No. 4, in the plainest white coffin, and to be attended with as little expense as decency would permit. His Masonic apron is preserved at the Fredericksburg Lodge, and is more ornate than many of the others. It is of heavy white satin, and most of the emblems are embroidered thereon. Some of his descendants are now living in Fredericksburg, and have distinguished themselves in their various lines of work. Honorable C. O’Conor Goolrick, a brilliant lawyer and outstanding politician, Chester Goolrick, Editor of our Fredericksburg paper, and a prominent newspaper man, John T. Goolrick, inherited his talent for writing and is quite a historian. ************** Isabella Gordon Patton the only daughter of Robert Patton and Ann Gordon, his wife departed this life on the 3rd day of November, 1804. Aged 5 years, 1 month and 13 days. Isabella Gordon Patton was the granddaughter of General Hugh Mercer, who was killed at the Battle of Princeton, and his wife Isabella Gordon, Mrs. Ann Mercer Patton donated the site for the Presbyterian Church here, and many lineal descendants still occupy seats. ************** In memory of Sarah Parrot who departed this life, June 25th, 180_ Aged 14 months and 17 days Robert and Sally Parrot were the parents of these two babies. They transferred lots on Caroline (Main) Street in 1809 to Colonel Hugh Mercer. They also owned lots on Dunmore Street, the old Fredericksburg Academy property. ************** Lieutenant Colonel Gustavus Brown Wallace was born at Ellerslie, King George County, Virginia (now Stafford County), November 9, 1751. Mr. Wallace was Brigadier General for a short time and Lieutenant Colonel of the American Revolution. He was taken prisoner at the fall of Charleston, South Carolina, and carried aboard a British man-of-war. Through Sir Henry Clinton, he obtained an interview with Lord Cornwallis, as to a parole which Colonel Wallace greatly desired, Lord Cornwallis signed the papers himself. The following is a paragraph from his will made December 19th, 1794: “I give my soul to Him who gave it to me, my body I bequeath to my brethen of the Fredericksburg Lodge who I hope will inter me as a Mason in the Burying Ground.” Colonel Wallace never married. In 1802, he went to Scotland expecting to inherit property. It is said that the only thing he brought back was two very handsome diamond rings. After a short stay in Scotland, he contracted typhoid fever on ship board coming home. On landing, he went to the home of his cousin Mrs. Travers Daniel of Crow’s Nest, King George county. Mrs. Daniel brought him in her carriage to the old tavern on Main Street, the Rising Sun Tavern now, of which he was owner. He died a few days after and was buried in the Masonic Burying ground, but there is no tombstone over him. There is a red scarf in the Fredericksburg Masonic Lodge which he wore all during the Revolutionary War. Colonel Wallace was a member of the Virginia Branch of the Society of the Cincinnati as early as October 5, 1784, on which day he was present at the meeting of the Society. Colonel Wallace received from Virginia on January 30, 1780, for his seven years services during the war 7000 acres of land and on February 12, 1808, 960 acres additional for ten months and seven days special service. ************** John Metcalfe died in July, 1860 and was buried in the Masonic Cemetery. There is no stone over his grave but records show that he was interred there. He was the first notary public to qualify in the Hustings Court. He was appointed by Governor James Barbour, and on the 12th day of November, 1812, came into court and produced his commission as a notary public “where upon the said John Metcalfe took the oath of fidelity to the Commonwealth, the that he will without favor or partiality, honestly intelligently and faithfully discharge the duties of a notary public.” Seven little babies of John and Catherine Metcalfe sleep in the Masonic Cemetery, 1814-1826. In 1839, occurred the death in far away Africa of their daughter that much loved pioneer in the mission field, Susan Metcalfe Savage. In 1840, another daughter is taken to “meet her God”. Three years later the heart broken wife and mother goes to her reward. Fourteen years later and on March 19, 1857, the husband and father full of years of responsibilities – but with such a measure of Christian faith and resignation as enabled him to cheerfully carry his cross – laid down his life. Newspapers of that day have enthusiastic tributes to the worth of Mr. Metcalfe. An editorial in the Virginia Herald, entitled “A Good Citizen Gone” says---his was the heart ready to feel for others sorrows and his was the hand ready to relieve want. In his every relation of life he commanded the respect and esteem of all. He was an active member of the Vestry of Saint George’s Church and an efficient officer in the Farmers Bank of Virginia, with which he had been connected since the day of its charter in 1812. The officers of the bank attended his funeral “in a body”, at the request of “A Goodwin” Cashier. Mr. Metcalfe was also a member of the Young Men’s Christian Association. He owned and occupied for many years the house on Princess Anne Street, which has also been for years the residence of Mrs. Carrie Willis and her family. The room on the west side which John Metcalfe used for his office is still here, but the big brick chimney equipped with that ingenious secret depository where valuable papers could be safely housed has now disappeared and its space used for more practical purposes. Mrs. P.V. Daniel, one of the old residents of Fredericksburg gave the following information: “The old bank mentioned above, Farmers Bank of Virginia, was located between Commerce and Amelia Streets, and where the old Opera House was, and the site is now occupied by the Wakefield Apartment House.” Mrs. Daniel, said there was a very old lady a Miss Herndon, who used to visit here in Fredericksburg, she formerly lived here, told Mrs. Daniel that when she was a girl she often attended entertainments given at Mrs. Daniel’s home, and that she could get off who were working in this old Farmers Bank of Virginia. She said they would walk through the woods to Mr. and Mrs. P.V. Daniel’s home located on the corner of Fauquier and Charles Streets. ************** Sacred to the memory of Catherine Metcalfe, who was Catherine Johnson, born in Louisa County and died in Fredericksburg, 11th, August 1843. Aged 56 years. “For her to live was Christ, and to die was gain.” ************** Underneath is the body of John Woodville a true believer in the Holy Scriptures an earnest minister of the Protestant Episcopal Church, a diligent and faithful teacher of youth, a meek, contented, cheerful sojourner on earth, a pious probationer, and humble candidate of heaven. In Anglia natua die mertii undecimo MDCCLXIII. Obiit Virginia undecimo die Januarii MDCCCXXXIV Reverend John Woodville was born in White Haven, Cumberland County, England in 1763, came to America in 1787, and became a tutor in the family of Reverend James Stevenson. He was ordained to the priesthood in Philadelphia, 1768 and soon thereafter became master of the Academy in Fredericksburg. He was elected rector of Saint George’s Church in 1792, in a way most unusual in an Episcopal congregation, and contrary to her laws except in the case of Christ Church, Norfolk, which is provided for by a special act. A notice was given in the old “Virginia Herald” inviting the subscribers to the Episcopal Church to meet in the town hall to select a clergyman. On that occasion ninety-six votes were given for the Reverend Woodville and thirty-four for the Reverend Thomas Davis. Reverend Woodville, resigned the parish in 1793, the year after his election, and removed to Saint Marks, Culpeper where he lived until his death respected by all who knew him. Reverend Woodville connected a school with the ministry in the most conscientious manner, being himself a man of unblemished character. His son, James became a lawyer of distinction in Botetourt County. Mr. Woodville married Sarah, daughter of Reverend James Stevenson, who was the niece of General Littlepage, and her brother was Andrew Stevenson, our late minister to England. Reverend Woodville had such admiration for General Littlepage that he expressed his desire to be brought back to Fredericksburg at his death and laid to rest near him. Bishop Meade says the following about him: “He has left an affectionate family to mourn the loss of a kind husband and father and many friends to cherish with sincere respect the memory of a conscientious Christian.”. ************** In memory of Thomas Lunsford Lomax son of Thomas Lunsford Lomax and Martha, his wife afterwards the wife of W. I. Roberts on 7th May, 1850. Ann. etat 47. Thomas Lunsford Lomax was the grandson of Mrs. Jane Johnston and must have been a small boy in 1808, when her will was probated. She leaves all her “Green Brier Lands” to her grandson, Thomas Lunsford Lomax, because his mother (her daughter Martha) is to “change her situation” by marriage. The mother, obciously married William I. Roberts, and her resting place is contiguous to that of her son. His father practiced his profession of attorney-at-law here in Fredericksburg. ************** In memory of Elizabeth Lovell Born, August 23rd, 1791 Died, January 16th, 1795 It is said that a family of Lovells once occupied “Federal Hill”, but moved to Fauquier. This little girl may have been of that family. William Lovell’s name appears on many of the old deeds between 1797 and 1821. ************** Sacred to the memory of Richard B. Maury who died on the morning of November 25th, 1836 Aged 44 years “The sweet remembrance of the just Shall flourish when he sleeps in dust.” Richard B. Maury was the son of Fontaine and Ellen Brooke Maury, and grandson of Reverent James Maury and Mary Walker Maury. He was a first cousin of Matthew Fontaine Maury, and the father of Reverend Magruder Maury, rector of Saint George’s Church from 1864 to 1871. He was an uncle of William Lewis Maury, who sleeps very near Mrs. Ellen Maury, the widow of Richard B., taught school here after the death of her husband. This simple expression, “A mother weeps”, seems brimming with significance, and particularly so, if one acquaints himself with the facts of William Lewis Maury’s short career a life which, at the outset, gave every promise of fulfilling a large measure of worth while activities. His younger brother, afterwards General Dabney H. Maury, says: “He was a very handsome, attractive young fellow, and a great favorite. He died of heart disease when only twenty years old. His father was that capable sailor, John Minor Maury, flag captain of Commodore David Porter’s fleet, who died in 1824, at thirty-one years of age. He married his cousin, Eliza Maury. That wonderful genius and Christian gentleman, Commodore Matthew Fontaine Maury, an uncle became guardian of these little boys, and as is characteristic of his noble nature, no boys had ever a tendered or more sympathetic parent. In Maury’s Recollections, he says that when he last visited Saint Julien, the home of his relative, Judge Francis T. Brooke, a few miles below Fredericksburg, on the Tidewater Trail, he saw on the bark of an aspen tree, the big heart cut by his brother, with his initials and those of his young sweetheart, Mary Francis Thompson, carved thereon. ************** Sacred to the memory of William Lewis Maury son of Lieutenant John M. Maury, United States Navy, and Eliza, his wife born May 4tth, 1818. Died November 7th, 1838 “Jesus Wept. A mother weeps.” ************** In memory of Elizabeth Newby Born, August 2nd, 1799 Died May, 1801 Perhaps the father of this little girl was James Newby, one time proprietor of the Eagle Hotel, which stood, years ago on Hanover Street, just above the side entrance to the present Maury Hotel. The name is also seen on stones in Saint George’s Church-yard. ************** In memory of Elizabeth Olivier who departed this life, December 10th, 1793 Aged 25 years and an infant aged 20 days. The name of Olivier appears often among the names of the old merchants of Fredericksburg. ************** In memory of Sarah Parrot who departed this life June 25th, 180_ Aged 14 months and 17 days. Robert and Sally Parrot were the parents of these two babies. They transferred lots on Caroline (Main) Street in 1809 to Colonel Hugh Mercer. They also owned lots on Dunmore Street, the old Fredericksburg Academy property. ************** Sacred to the memory of Colonel John Stanard Aged 47 years After he served his country with reputation in stations military and civil, he enlisted under the banner of Emmanuel gained the victory over sin and death, and departed with joy at the command of his Lord. “Calm on the bosom of thy God, Fair spirit rest thee now, E’er while with ours they footsteps trod His seal was on thy brow. Dust to its narrow house beneath Soul to its place on high They that have seen they face in death No more may fear to die.” This monument has been erected as a testimony of conjugal affection by his bereaved widow. Colonel John Stanard was born at “Stanfield” Spotsylvania County the residence of his father, Captain Larken Stanard and Elizabeth Parrott Chew, his wife. His official military life began as ensign United States, Infantry 1807, Captain in 1812 and Lieutenant Colonel in 1814. He was honorable discharged June 15, 1816. He received a severe wound which lamed him for life in a duel with Dr. Bronaugh, an army surgeon. In 1824, at the time of the visit of Lafayette to his country Colonel Stanard was one of the escort to meet him at Spotsylvania Courthouse and accompany him to Fredericksburg. It was he who fired the salute from the artillery stationed on the outskirts of the town, which announced to the citizen the approach of the great man. When President Jackson was here in May, 1833, on the occasion of the laying of the corner-stone of the first Mary Washington monument, the beautiful home of Colonel John Stanard was one whose doors were thrown wide open to the throng of distinguished guests. The beautiful lot on Princess Anne Street, on which is now the shepherd residence, was until 1814, the Stanard property, when Elizabeth Stanard, the widow of William, conveyed the lots (83-84) to Robert Mackey, who built the present handsome residence. The fire in 1808, which nearly destroyed the town started in the Stanard home on Princess Ann Street, and it is said by a candle in the kitchen being overturned, where refreshments were being prepared for the funeral of Captain Larkin Stanard. The remains were gotten out of the house only with great difficulty on the part of the mourners. In those days funerals were accompanied by feasts, at which cake in sombre wrappings and wine in glasses with long black ribbons tied to the stems were served. Colonel Stanard was a member of the Presbyterian Church here in Fredericksburg. The Richmond Whig of September 27, 1838, quotes the following from a Fredericksburg paper: “It is with sincere regret we announce the death of Colonel John Stanard, of this town, formerly of the army of the United States, and later marshal of the Chancery Court of Fredericksburg district.” ************** Caroline M. Stanard April 12th, 1863 “Make her to be numbered with thy saints in glory everlasting.” Caroline M. Stanard, formerly Caroline M. Chew, a sister of John Chew, who is sleeping adjacent and wife of Colonel John Stanard. ************** Our Mother, Mrs. Jane Benson Born, June 16th, 1776 Departed this life, December 1st, 1857 Jane Benson was the widow of John Benson, and a descendant of Lady Spotswood, Mrs. John Thompson”. Miss Anne Carter wrote of her as “that sweet Baptist Christian.” Mrs. Benson’s mother was a friend of Mrs. Mary Bell Washington, and often carrier her little daughter, Jane to spend the day with the old lady. Mrs. Benson and Colonel Hugh Mercer, “Virginia’s Child of the Republic”, were born the same day, and the same authority says that courteous old gentleman of the Sentry Box the son of General Hugh Mercer never failed each year to pay his compliments and congratulations to her on that day. Jane Benson made her will in 1846, but it was not recorded until 1858. She left her property, consisting mainly of a house and lot corner George and Water Streets, with frame building thereon, to her two daughters, Isabelle Y. and Mary Jane Benson. The older citizens of Fredericksburg remember with pleasure Misses Belle and Mary Benson. The large brick chimney and perhaps a portion of the frame dwelling occupied by the Bensons is still standing. The Bensons kept a very select boarding house in this building. At that time (Water) or Sophia Street was considered the nicest residential section of Fredericksburg. ************** In memory of our Father Thomas I. Berry Died, March 27th, 1859 in the 62nd year of his age Thomas I. Berry was an enthusiastic member of Lodge No. 4. He was a lover of horses, and his livery stables were often the means of conveyance to remote distances. His children were John K., Thomas Benton, Holder, Mary, who married William J. Moon, a well-known jeweler here in the latter part of the last century, and Alice Berry, who became Mrs. Winder. Mr. and Mrs. Moon, with their big family of girls and boys occupied the Mary Washington house before it became the property of the Association for the Preservation of Virginia Antiquities. ************** Julie Anton wife of Robert B. Alexander and daughter of A. and C. Kale. Born July 27th, 1833 Died July 7, 1887 “Beloved by all who knew her.” ************** Lutie B. only daughter of R.B. and J.A. Alexander Died November 7th, 1861 in her fourth year “Dearest Lutie thou art gone, Death has broken life’s silver chain; But to heaven thy spirit’s flown, Where we hope to meet again.” ************** In memory of Robert Brooke 4th son of Philip T. and Lucy B. Alexander Died August 3rd, 1878 in the 60th year of his age Robert B. Alexander with S. Greenhow Daniel and James B. Sener in 1850 owned and published the Democratic Recorder, the predecessor of the Fredericksburg Ledger. In 1860, R.B. Alexander and Lewis O. Magrath conveyed the Democratic Recorder newspaper, with all its appliances, appurtenances, types, presses, etc. to George Henry Clay Rowe. The old deeds relate the story of the changes in the short life of this little sheet. Its publication was suspended during the War Between the States. Robert Brooke Alexander was the husband of Julia Anton Kale Alexander. Both of them are buried in the Masonic Burying Ground. ************** The grave of Ann Fox Lindsey wife of William Keneys of New York and daughter of Dr. E.H. and Sarah L. Carmichael who died December 30th, 1846 in the 27th year of her age Ann Carmichael’s sad life is not shown in the smiling, beautiful portrait of her hanging in the old Carmichael home located on Hanover Street, and now occupied by the Misses Carmichael, Ann’s relations. Her father and grandfather owned and occupied this house, and her happy young girlhood was spent in the old home. It was some time in the early thirties that Mr. Caldwell, an actor, came here and met, loved and married Mrs. Deane, a widow who had been Miss Hall. He tried to live in Fredericksburg but the love of the stage was too strong, and he returned to his profession, leaving his wife and little boy here. This boy was Shakespeare Caldwell. He grew up to be very handsome and charming. Ann Carmichael fell madly in love with Shakespeare Caldwell but her family hotly opposed the betrothal on account of Mr. Caldwell’s father being an actor. In those days actors were not what they are today. The match was finally broken off and Ann married William Keneys of New York and died at the early age of twenty-seven. Shakespeare Caldwell’s father had invested largely in Cincinnati gas stock which became very valuable and made Shakespeare an immensely wealthy man. He married in Kentucky and became a Roman Catholic. He endowed the Little Sisters of the Poor in Richmond and in the endowment made some provision for Fredericksburg. ************** Here lies the body of Lucy Lee Legg who departed this life on the 11th of May in the year of our Lord, 1787 and twenty-fourth of her age. “What is the fairest Face, the Sweetest Eve, a pretty Flower that Blossoms but to die. What is the longest Life a fleeting Dream for three or three-score years are all the same. What are the Joys of Earth, a gilded land, But virtue leads us to the throne of God. This stone was placed here by her afflicted Husband as a monument of this sincere affection.” It is believed that Lucy Lee Legg, buried in the Masonic Burying ground, was John Legg’s wife, a merchant here in the old days. He died in Fredericksburg in April 1799 and the Virginia Herald says of Captain John Legg that his characteristics made him dear to his family, beloved by his friends and respected by all who knew him. In his will he requested that he be buried by his wife. There is no stone in the cemetery to him so it is believed it has been destroyed, or perhaps was never erected. In 1784, Captain Legg was appointed sergeant of the corporation with a salary of 1,200 pounds of tobacco. Thomas Legg, Captain Legg’s son was here some time after his father’s death, but he removed to Charleston, South Carolina, where he died in November 1814. ************** Departed this life 12th November, 1842 Anthony Buck, Esquire Aged 76 years A native of Whiteburgh in England “Enjoyed the respect and esteem of all who knew him.” Touching this spot lie the remains of his wife, Mrs. Mary Buck, who died the 28th day of August, 1842 Aged 60 years “Deeply lamented their children have placed this tomb as an affectionate tribute to their memory.” ************** In memory of John Buck who was beloved by all. Died November 28th, 1851 Aged 54 years John Buck was a pew owner in Saint George’s Church in 1832. His wife was Mary Conway Buck. She long survived her husband. They were the parents of the late Mrs. Medora Buck Little, who for years lived with her family at their home on Hanover Street. The house is now owned and occupied by the Hortons. ************** In memory of Mrs. Christian Campbell late of Williamsburgh Relict of Doctor Ebenzer Campbell formerly of Petersburg who departed this life 20th March 1792 in the 70th year of her age “She was humane, generous, and kind, an affectionate and indulgent parent, warm in her attachments. Sincere in the professions, an enemy to oppression, a friend to the distressed, the means whose relief she generously exercised and promoted. She lived respectably beyond the usual period of mortality, till life’s taper gradually declined, and died universally beloved as universally lamented.” ************** Dr. Charles Landon Carter Born May 21st, 1774 Died September 21st, 1832 and Mary Randolph Carter Born October 19th, 1780 Died October 1st, 1851 In a Fredericksburg paper of 1832 is found a very beautiful tribute to the character of Dr. Charles Landon Carter. If the old miniatures of the old days tell the truth, he is well deserving of the tribute, for the features portrayed in his miniature, now in possession of relatives, seem to verify the statement that “he was possessed of great decision and firmness of character --- was always governed by the purest principles of philanthropy ---“. After his callical school days in Fredericksburg, he studied medicine in Philadelphia. It was during that trying period when the dread disease, yellow fever, was raging, and Dr. Carter remained firm at his post. After his graduation in Philadelphia, “he was honored with the regard and confidence of George Washington and Thomas Jefferson,” and to have those eminent citizens among his patrons and friends was strong evidence of his high moral worth. He at one time, went to China, and was surgeon and physician on shipboard. Returning to his native town, he married Mary Randolph Thornton, daughter of the widow, Mrs. John Thornton, who afterwards married Dr. Robert Wallford, the first of the name to settle in Virginia. Records show that Dr. Carter was vestryman in Saint George’s Church in the early years of the nineteenth century, but when he died the funeral services were held in the Presbyterian Church, “of which he was a member”. He was a son of Charles Carter, and was twice mayor of Fredericksburg. He was Mayor from March 1806 to August 11, 1808 when he resigned. He was again mayor from March 1813 to March 1814. Mrs. Mary Randolph Carter, his wife, went about doing good, and preaching righteousness by the prevailing eloquence of a pious example. The Carter home was located where there is now a second hand furniture store on Caroline (Main) Street. The store is known as the Star Furniture Store. Dr. Carter was much beloved in Fredericksburg, and a very fine physician. ************** Sacred to the memory of Maleleel W. Carter Born March 12th, 1798 Died January 20th, 1849 “A tribute of his bereaved wife – worth of the best of husbands, and a monument of exalted regard for his character as a man of Justice and Honor. Grant him Oh Lord eternal rest in the realms of Perfect Light and Bliss. Farewell, but not a long farewell In heaven may I appear. The trials of my faith to tell In thy transported ear And sing with thee the eternal strain Worthy the lamb that once was slain.” The name of Maleleel W. Carter and wife, Harriet L. Carter appear on an old deed dated, 1846, in which there is a transfer of property, slaves and land, from them to Hugh M. Patton. ************** Inscribed by William B. Brown to the memory of his affectionate wife Helen Herriot Brown who was born at Edinburgh, in Scotland and died in Fredericksburg the 17th of February, 1810, aged 34 years. The above named William Boyd Brown, a native of Ayrshire in Scotland, died December 12th, aged 36 years. “Tho remote from his kindred and home, his strict integrity, independent mind and affability of manners gained him general esteem.” William Brown was a native of Ayrshire, Scotland, and he died here in 1812 and is buried in the Masonic burying ground. His will was probated in 1812 and he left his property to his sister-in-law, Mrs. Archibald Duff of Edinburgh, Scotland. Mr. James Dixon of Standardville and to a nephew, William Wright of Ayrshire, Scotland. Among his other legacies are his watch and money to William D. Payne, his set of Mavois Voyages and Travels and the works of Burns to Mr. George Cox, to Mrs. Ware the fringeloom “formerly belonging to my wife.” and another bequest to James Dixon is “my dog Hector, my gun, and shooting”. William McKechney, Reuben T. Thomas, F.J. Nock and Charles L. Caster were witnesses to his will. William Brown’s wife, Helen Herriot Brown died in 1810 and is also buried in the Masonic burying ground. ************** In memory of Andrew S. son of Anthony and Mary Buck who departed this life on the 14th day of October, 1828 Aged 26 years. “He was a dutiful and affectionate son, and died much lamented by all who knew him. This stone is placed over his remains in testimony of affectionate and fraternal regards by his brother John.” The Bucks were some of the most substantial citizens of Fredericksburg. The Masonic apron of Anthony Buck is among the cherished relics of Fredericksburg Lodge No. 4. It is more simple in its design than many of the others, being plain white satin with blue ribbon quillings. In his will he made in November 1824, he mentioned his daughters, Sarah G. Buck, Elizabeth S. Buck, Mary Miller Smith, wife of Dr. Austin Smith; Margaret Smith, wife of John H. Smith and “my friend, Hugh Patton”, were executors. Mrs. Mary Buck was the daughter of Andrew Shepherd of Orange. ************** Sacred to the memory of James Somerville a merchant of Fredericksburg whose remains are here deposited. He was born in Glasgow, Scotland the 25th February, A.D. 1742 and departed this life at Port Royal on the 4th day of April, 1798. James Somerville was the first of the name to come to Virginia, on April 15, 1782, when Fredericksburg was regularly incorporated and given a Common Council and a Hustings Court, James Somerville was among the justices present at its organization. James Somerville died on the 4th day of April, 1798 at Port Royal, the little town which has the distinction of having come within one vote of being selected as the place for the capitol of the United States. It was when the capitol was to be changed from Philadelphia to Washington. James Somerville was every where spoken of as being a wealthy merchant, Somerville and Mitchell being the firm’s name. Mr. Somerville left to his nephew, James Somerville of Fredericksburg lands in Orange and Culpeper which he recommends as “a healthy agreeable, beautiful and eligible situation --- which I would have freed and settled had I married, or intended to marry.” He also left to James Somerville, Jr., one-half of the Copertnery business in which I engaged with my worthy and much respected Friend, General Edward Stevens, of Culpeper, carried on under the name of Stevens and Somerville at Culpeper. Reverend Philip Slaughter gives an account of General Stevens’ services in the Revolution, and quotes the epitaph on his tomb at his old country seat near Culpeper (now the Masonic cemetery there.) General Stevens died in 1820, devising by his will one acre of land near his own family burying ground in Culpeper to be used as a cemetery for the members of Lodge No. 43, A. F. and A. M. (Fairfax Lodge, it was called). James Somerville’s nephew, James Somerville Jr. married Mary Atwell of Fauquier and took possession of his inheritance on the Rapidan in 1810, giving it the significant name “Somerville”. A bronze plate with name and dates has been placed by relatives on the old warped stone to James Somerville’s memory. ************** In memory of David Henderson born at Kirkaldy, Scotland June 1st 1754 Died at Fredericksburg, Virginia January 28th, 1838 David Henderson was a prominent merchant in Fredericksburg and occupied the building which is now known as the Mercer Apothecary Shop. The location was called as early as 1806, Henderson’s corner and retained that name until recently. Fortunately during the great fire in the town in 1807 this building was not destroyed. David Henderson was an elder in the Presbyterian Church. It is said that his daughter, Janet was beautiful. She married Mr. Spotswood Wellford. The will of David Henderson’s daughter, Elizabeth was recorded in 1859. She gave to her sister, Mary Henderson Nelson all of her interest in the House and Lot at the corner of Caroline (Main) Street and Amelia Street where she was then residing and finally her niece, Mildred, daughter of her brother, Alexandria was to have it. Mary Henderson married about 1820, Armistead Nelson, of “The Corrill”, Hanover County. He was the youngest of seventeen children and was the grandson of Secretary, afterwards Governor, Thomas Nelson, of Yorktown. ************** In memory of Mrs. Mildred Henderson wife of David Henderson, Senior who departed this life February 26th, 1818 Aged 54 years Near her interred William, Margaret, John, James and Charles, children of David and Mildred Henderson, who did in their infancy, also their son, Thomas Henderson, who died, December 28th, 1799, aged 16 years. ************** In this spot are deposited the mortal remains of Mrs. Martha Roberts second wife of William I. Roberts of this town. She departed this life on Monday, December 11th, 1829 in the 48th year of her age “She was all that cheered and sweetened life The tender mother, daughter, friend and wife.” Before her marriage to William I. Roberts, Mrs. Martha Roberts was Mrs. Martha Lomax, the daughter of Mrs. Jane Johnston and mother of Thomas Lunsford Lomax. William I. Roberts was cashier of the office of Discount and Deposits of the Bank of Virginia. If one can judge by the number of times his name appears on legal papers, and the various tributes paid to his integrity and faithfulness, he was an important man in this locality. His will, proved in 1842, leaves his son, John H. Roberts, his beneficiary and executor. If he rests beside his wife there is no stone to mark his memory. ************** Sacred to the memory of Mrs. Isabella Roberts who exchanged an earthly for a celestial abode on the 12th November, 1807, aged 33 years. She was a native of Scotland. While living was a most exemplary pattern of piety and virtue, and died a sincere and good christian. A chatty old manuscript in the possession of Mrs. V. M. Fleming is authority for saying that Mrs. Roberts was the victim of the great conflagration which devastated the town in the fall of 1807. It originated at the residence of Mr. Larkin Stanard (where the Shepherd house now stands) and spread with great rapidity. That part of the town was at the time almost depopulated, all except the incapacitated, attending the Fell Races in another section of the town. The Bank of Virginia which stood on Water Street, the site now occupied by the colored Baptists, was the second house to catch and was entirely consumed. Mr. Roberts was cashier of the bank, and Mrs. Roberts with her little new-born baby was carried from her living rooms into the garden. Her feeble strength would not permit her recovery from this shock, and she passed away within a month thereafter. ************** Sacred to the memory of Hannah Peacock who departed this life on the 29th day of June, 1815, in the 57th year of her age. “_____ partner of my breast ____ yet remembering that the parting ___ While Hope, the smiling Cherub whispers Peace, And waves and points to scenes of endless joy, Points to the Port where cares and Sorrows cease Where Bliss unbounded reigns without alloy.” It is said that when Reverend S. B. Wilson, first established the Presbyterian Church here in 1806, the room was filled with Episcopalians, and among the names mentioned are Peacock, Chew, Mrs. Robert Lewis, Patton and others. ************** To the memory of William Drummond who departed this life October the 14th, 1804 Aged 39 years. “This stone is erected by his widow as a frail testimonial of her affection.” ************** Charles H. Ellis Died September 16, 1856 Aged 31 years “This was a son of Robert and Mary Ellis.” ************** Eleanor B. Ellis was a daughter of Robert and Mary Ellis. She made her will, December 12, 1899, and left everything to her sister, Virginia. Witnesses were Lelia R. Hart, Selena C. Hart and Irene McDowell. Eleanor B. Ellis Born, 1828 Died 1904 “Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.” ************** Mary Wife of Robert Ellis Died, June 6th, 1863 in her 78th year. “Asleep in Jesus” From the little that has been handed down about Mary, wife of Robert Ellis one feels certain she was a highly esteemed woman. ************** Our Father Robert T. Ellis Died, January 21st, 1843 Aged 62 years Robert and Mary Ellis were the parents of those highly esteemed old ladies, Misses Ann, Virginia and Ellen Ellis, who occupied an apartment on Commerce Street in the infant days of the present century. Other daughters were Mrs. Robert Hart, Mrs. Green and Mrs. Selena M. Crump. Robert Ellis was in the milling business on quite a large scale. He and his family lived for years in the house on the corner of Princess Ann and Hanover Streets, now the Forbes home. The house was built by Mr. Robert Ellis. ************** In memory of Robert Gallaway a native of Glasgow in Scotland who died the 1st day of August, 1794 Aged 53 years and 8 days Little could be learned of Robert Gallaway, we know he was a native of Scotland, and died at the age of 53 years. A very interesting old deed was recorded showing that Robert Gallaway bought property on Main Street, “near to the warehouse commonly called Royston’s from William McWilliams (the second mayor of Fredericksburg) and Dorothea Brayne McWilliams, his wife. He is to pay seventeen pounds and eight shillings on the 1st day of January, 1790,” and must cause to be erected, one good and substantial house of brick, or well framed of wood, two stories high, each story of the customary height, and divide the same into rooms and furnish and complete them in a good, neat and substantial manner, at his own costs and charges.” Witnesses: Thomas Colson, Elisha Hall, William Wiatt George French and Benjamin Day witnessed the acknowledgment of Dorothea. Robert Gallaway also purchased property from Colonel Fielding and Betty Washington Lewis. ************** In memory of Anthony Kale who was born in Chur Graubundten, Canton, Switzerland Departed this life, August 7th, 1850 in the 60th year of his age. Liberty and the pursuit of happiness in the new world attracted thither men from the lovely Swiss country also. In his will, Anthony Kale leaves property to his wife, Catherine, to manage and use in any way that she thinks best, for the support of herself and children. He mentions his daughters, Mara Louise (afterwards Mrs. J.T. Taylor), Mary E., Catherine C. and Julia A. (afterwards Mrs. Robert B. Alexander), and sons, William Edward, Richard Estes, and John Peter. Absolom Rowe, William Quisenberry and John B. Alexander were witnesses to his will. ************** In memory of Catherine wife of Anthony Kale who departed this life September 26th, 1859 in the 64th year of her age A Fredericksburg paper of that time says of Mrs. Kale, she had never attached herself to any body of Christians, but she had pure and undefiled religion before God. “She was a kind neighbor and an affectionate mother.” ************** Sacred to the memory of Miss Sarah Leitch Born, October 16th, 1782 Died, November 16, 1843 “She was an exemplary member of the Baptist Church for more than thirty years, and could say with the Psalmist, Into thy hand I commit my spirit; thou hast redeemed me O Lord God of Truth. Psalm XXXI, Verse 5.” ************** Sacred to the memory of Ellen L. Richardson third daughter of Mr. Thomas Richardson of Richmond who departed this life on the 8th day of August, 1821, at the residence of Doctor James Carmichael, in the 17th year of her age, deeply lamented by all who knew her. “Peace to your ashes dear girl.” The father of Ellen Richardson died in Richmond in December, 1831. He was for many years a resident of that city. ************** In memory of Jane Lawson Rose the second daughter of Alexander F. and Mildred Rose who departed this life the 20th of November, 1817 “Bereaved till Life can charm no more, And mourn’d till pity’s self be dead.” ************** Sacred to the memory of Mary Lee Dimmock daughter of Charles and Henrietta Dimmock Born 14th November, 1834 Died, 14th August, 1837 The father of Mary Lee Dimmock was a warm personal friend of General Robert E. Lee, and in the War Between the States was one of his Brigadier-Generals. An oil painting of General Dimmock, by W.G. Brown, hangs in the Virginia State Library. He held the office of chief of ordnance of the State of Virginia, having been appointed by Governor Letcher. He was a native of Massachusetts and graduated from West Point in 1821. The mother of Mary Lee Dimmock was Henrietta Johnston. ************** In memory of James Dixon a native of Castle Douglas, Scotland who died in this town on the 20th of December, 1833 aged 57 years. “Know thou O stranger of the fame Of this much lov’d, much valu’d name For none that knew him need be told A warmer heart Death ne’er made cold.” James Dixon must have been an attorney. His name is conspicuous on many of the old deeds and legal documents. He, too, was probably an old bachelor, and as a solace (if one can read correctly by the dim light shed upon his activities) he became absorbed in the sports of the day. A friend left him all his shooting apparatus, with his good dog “Hector” thrown in, and he owned one-third of the sailing vessel, “Sarah Ann, with all her tackle, apparel and appurtenances.”. ************** Beneath this tomb rest the mortal remains of Ann Fox Drummond A E 27 The domestic virtues dwelt with her, and the spirit of philanthropy She breathed Peace and Goodwill toward all. On the 2nd of September, 1806, her Soul left its earthly Tenement to seek in the Mansions of Bliss, the Crown of Immortality, for Virtue shall burst the fetters of the Tomb.” William Drummond was an important man in the community. He seemed associated with Dr. George French in several land transactions. He was also a trustee of the Fredericksburg Charity School. His main business was that of a merchant. In the Virginia Herald of 1799, he advertises extensively. He has “Madeire Wines (genuine London market) in pipes, hogsheads and Jr. casks, also old Sherry of Excellent Quality. Raisins in barrels, and Window Glass will give money or bills for flour and tobacco”. Many were the wine merchants in Fredericksburg about that time. SOURCES OF INFORMATION: Informants: Miss Eliza Roy Mrs. Carrie Willis Miss Kate Mander All of Fredericksburg, Virginia Old Churches and Families By Bishop Meade (Neglected to get pages and now do not have access to the volume.) Title: Minor Sketches of Major Folk Volume: Number 1 Author: Dora C. Jett Whole book taken up with those buried in this graveyard. Publisher: Unknown In State and City Libraries Title: History of Fredericksburg Volume: No. 1 Author: S. J. Quinn Page numbers: 77,79,132,193,199 and 145 Publisher: The Hermitage Press Incorporate, Richmond, Virginia, 1908 State and City Libraries Title: Historic Periods of Fredericksburg Volume: Number 1 Author: John T. Goolrick (Judge) Page number: 29 Publisher: Whittet and Shepperson, Richmond, Virginia, 1922 City and State Libraries Genealogies, Virginia Volume: Number 1 Author: Reverend Horace E. Hayden Page numbers: (Sorry neglected to get them.) Public Libraries Title: Fredericksburg Past-Present and Future Volume: Number 1 Author: Robert Reid Howison LL.D. Page numbers: 50-51 Publisher: J.W. Adams, Fredericksburg, Virginia, 1897 Not in circulation Tombstone Inscriptions Visit by worker. ___________________________________________________________________ Copyright. All rights reserved. http://www.usgwarchives.net/copyright.htm This file was contributed for use in the USGenWeb Archives by: Joan Renfrow NOTICE: I have no relationship or further information in regards to this family. ___________________________________________________________________