ABSTRACT of PROBATE RECORDS FOR THE DISTRICT OF STAMFORD,
COUNTY OF FAIRFIELD, AND STATE OF CONNECTICUT, 1803-1848 .
by SPENCER P. MEAD, L.L.B., of the New York Bar.
MEMBER OF THE SONS OF THE REVOLUTION, AND SOCIETY OF COLONIAL WARS.
AUTHOR OF YE HISTORIE OF GREENWICH, CONNECTICUT, PUBLISHED IN 1911,
AND THE HISTORY AND GENEALOGY OF THE MEAD FAMILY, PUBLISHED IN 1901.
1919
Abstract of Probate Records for the District of Stamford from the 1st day of January, 1803 to the 24th day of July, 1848. This Probate District during the above period included the Towns of Greenwich, Stamford and Darien. That part of the Town of New Canaan, which was set off from the Town of Stamford in 1801, came under the jurisdiction of the Probate Court for the District of Norwalk in May, 1802. The Probate Court for the District of Greenwich was created by an Act of the General Assembly, passed July 4, 1853. Contributed by Stamford TC for the CTGenWeb Project, Barbara Kaye < barbarak1775@aol.com>
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Adams, John, late of Greenwich, Mar. 13, 1830, account filed, and estate ordered distributed to his children viz: Mary E. Adams, Nathaniel E. Adams, Marilda H. Adams, Susan C. Adams, Sarah K. Adams, John Augustus Adams, and Joseph H. Adams, page 210. Mar. 30, 1830, estate distributed accordingly, page 211. Mar. 3, 1830, John Augustus, about 15 years of age, a son of decedent, made choice of Nathaniel Adams of Greenwich to be his guardian, page 174.
Adams, John, late of Greenwich, Nov. 6, 1826, letters of administration on his estate granted to his widow Mary Adams, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 244. Inventory taken Nov. 21, 1826, by Ebenezer Mead and Asahel Palmer, and filed Dec. 13, 1826, page 244. Nov. 24, 1828, his administratrix now deceased, and Nathaniel E. Adams appointed administrator de bonus non, page 329.
Adams, Phebe [Phebe Jordan], late of Greenwich, will dated Feb. 3, 1837, probated July 6, 1837, all to her husband, John Adams, and appointed his executor. Witnesses Elihu Lounsbury, Alton, J. Palmer, and Charles J. Palmer, page 247. Inventory taken Sept. 4, 1837, by Ezekiel Close and Abram Mead, and filed Sept. 12, 1837, page 248.
Addington, Elizabeth, late of Greenwich, will date Dec. 5, 1835, probated Mar. 21, 1836, mentioned her children Betsey, widow of Abraham Knapp, deceased, and Delilah, wife of Nehemiah Daniels, granddaughter Emeline Knapp, a daughter of Abraham Knapp, deceased. Executor Samuel Close. Witnesses Burtis Banks, John E. Knapp, and Edward A. Knapp, page 186. Mar. 21, 1836, order to advertise for claims, page 187. Inventory taken by Nelson Bush and Thomas A. Mead, and filed May 8, 1836, page 188.
Addington, John, late of Greenwich, will dated Nov. 5, 1829, probated Jan. 22, 1831, mentioned his wife Elizabeth, and son John. Executor Silas Davis of Greenwich. Witnesses Huldah Tracy, Elizabeth Grigg, and Darius Mead, Jr., page 252. Jan. 22, 1831, order to advertise for claims, page 253. Inventory taken by Thomas A. Mead and Nelson Bush, and filed Feb. 7, 1831, page 253.
Addington, Samuel, late of Greenwich, Sept. 29, 1835, his mother and sister refused to qualify, and letters of administration on his estate granted to Samuel Close, of Greenwich, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 181. Inventory taken Oct. 1, 1835, by Nelson Bush and Albert Knapp, and filed Jan. 1, 1836, page 181.
Addington, Thomas, late of Greenwich, Mar. 7, 1807, letters of administration on his estate granted to John Addington, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 493. Inventory taken Mar. 9, 1807, by Nehemiah Mead and Isaac Weed, and filed Mar. 14, 1807, Page 493. Apr. 2, 1810, the court appointed John Addington guardian of Caroline Addington, about nine years of age, and Lemuel Addington, about ten years of age, children of decedent, page 505.
Anderson, Hannah, late of Greenwich, will dated Dec. 16, 1844, probated Apr. 20, 1846, mentioned Anna, wife of Nehemiah Brown, of King Street, Hannah Brown, daughter of said Anna Brown, nephews Edmund Anderson and William Anderson of New York, Elizabeth Anderson, daughter of my brother Jeremiah Anderson, Sarah, wife of Ananias Mathews of New York, and Mary Merritt, daughter of Adam Merritt, deceased. Executors James Field and Edmund Field. Witnesses Daniel Taylor, Elizabeth Brundage, and James Field, page 79. Apr. 20, 1846, order to advertise for claims, page 80. Inventory taken by Nehemiah Purdy and John C. Sherwood, and filed Apr. 20, 1846, page 81. June 14, 1847, account ordered filed, page 307.
Anderson, Isaac, late of Greenwich, will dated Jan. 28, 1813, probated Nov. 7, 1815, mentioned his wife Hannah, and children seven daughters and five sons, among them are mentioned Dolly, Rebecca, and Prue; James Anderson, a son of Elizabeth Banks, wife of Joseph Banks, Jr., and a daughter of testator. Executors sons Israel and Purdy. Witnesses Sarah Willson, Nehemiah Willson, Eunice Peck, Jared Strang, and Augustus Lyon, page 507. Inventory taken Nov. 17, 1815, by Jared Strang and Nehemiah Sherwood, and filed Dec. 2, 1815, page 508.
Anderson, Israel, late of Rye, NY, will dated 24th day, 3rd month, 1832, probated Oct. 15, 1833, mentioned his children Rachel M. Anderson, Phebe A., wife of Aaron Haight, Rebecca C., wife of Artemas M. Carpenter, grandchildren Rachel M. Cromwell and Israel A. Cromwell, children of Charles Cromwell. Executors sons-in-law Aaron Haight and Artemas M. Carpenter and Rachel M. Anderson. Witnesses Moses Haight, Abijah Haviland, and Patience Haviland, page 230. Inventory taken Nov. 6, 1833, by John C. Sherwood and William A. Merritt, and filed Nov. 26, 1833, page 263.
Anderson, Joseph, late of Greenwich, will dated Mar. 11, 1837, probated Nov. 22, 1837, mentioned his wife Anna, and children Edmund, William, Phebe LaCount, Matthew, Henry, and Joseph, granddaughter Hannah Ann Anderson. Executors brother Jeremiah Anderson and son William. Witnesses William A. Merritt, Richard H. Arthur, and Hacaliah Carhart, Jr., page 275. Nov. 22, 1837, Jeremiah Anderson refused to qualify and letters of administration on his estate granted to testatorís son William, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 276. Inventory taken Nov. 24, 1837, by Nehemiah Sherwood and John C. Sherwood, and filed June 30, 1838, page 326.
Anderson, Matthias, late of Greenwich, Apr. 6, 1813, letters of administration on his estate granted to Hannah Anderson, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 522. Dec. 7, 1813, Henry Anderson, about fifteen years of age, a son of decedent, made choice of Jared Strang to be his guardian; and the court appointed Hannah Anderson guardian of Sally Ann, Matthias, Polly, Priscilla, and John, other children of decedent, page 507. Dec. 7, 1813, and Mar. 1, 1814, the application of Jared Strang, guardian of William Henry Anderson, and Hannah Anderson, guardian of the other minor children of decedent, for leave to sell the real estate of said minors, page 461. June 13, 1814, report of sale filed, page 461.
Anderson, Matthias, late of Greenwich, inventory taken Apr. 8, 1813, by Isaac How and Nehemiah Wilson, and filed Apr. 8, 1813, by Hannah Anderson, administratrix, page 5. Nov. 2, 1813, account filed, and real estate ordered sold to pay debts, page 7. Apr. 16, 1814, report of sale filed, page 8. Mar. 1, 1814, order authorizing sale of the real estate of John, Sally Ann, Priscilla, Polly, and Matthias, minor children of decedent, page 7. Apr. 16, 1814, report of sale filed, page 7. Jan. 22, 1818, John Anderson, a son of decedent, about 14 years of age, made choice of Jared Strang to be his guardian, page 436.
Anderson, Matthias, late of Greenwich, Mar. 23, 1814, real estate sold to Isaac Howe of Greenwich pursuant to order of Nov. 2, 1813.
Anderson, William, late of Greenwich, will dated Mar. 26, 1829, probated Dec. 18, 1829, mentioned his children Jeremiah, Mary, Hannah, Eliph, Stephen, Dorothy Merritt, Anna Brown, granddaughters Sarah Matthews, Susannah Anderson, the five lawful children of his son Mather Anderson. Executors son Jeremiah and Aaron Field. Witnesses Hachaliah Carhart, Nehemiah Sherwood, and Nehemiah Purdy, page 158. Dec. 18, 1829, order to advertise for claims, page 159. Inventory taken Dec. 31, 1829, by Jared Strang and Nehemiah Sherwood, and filed Jan. 23, 1830, page 160. Dec. 19, 1829, real estate ordered sold as authorized in his will, page 292. Real estate sold to Mary Anderson and Hannah Anderson, and report of sale filed, Oct. 25, 1830, page 293.
Anderson, William, of ____, May 10, 1823, appointed guardian of his son William Anderson, page 330.
Avery, John, late of Greenwich, inventory taken June 2, 1812, by Ebenezer Mead and Richard Mead, and filed Aug. 12, 1812, by Zophar Avery, administrator, page 92.
Avery, John, late of Greenwich, Jan. 17, 1842, on the application of Rachel Banks and Betsey Townsend, daughters of decedent, Zophar Avery removed as administrator, and Samuel Close of Greenwich, appointed in his place, page 91. Inventory taken Feb. 24, 1842, by Thomas A. Mead and Nelson Bush, and filed Mar. 5, 1842, page 92.
Avery, John, late of Greenwich, Jan. 30, 1843, account filed, and real estate ordered sold to pay debts, page 348. Real estate sold to Henry Merritt of Greenwich, and report of sale filed Apr. 22, 1843, page 348.
Avery, John, late of Greenwich, May 30, 1812, letters of administration on his estate granted to Zophar Avery, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 523.
Avery, Peter, late of Greenwich, Mar. 25, 1833, his widow being now deceased, the court on the application of Esbon Husted of Greenwich, assignee as he claims of Israel K. Avery and other children and devisees of deceased, estate ordered distributed to the testatorís children, or their assignee, according to his will, viz: to Israel K. Avery, Ira Avery, Peter Knapp, Arna Wilson, Walter Avery, Elizabeth Denton, John Avery, Hannah Denton, Catharine Collory, Reuben Avery, and Abraham Avery, page 448. Apr. 3, 1833, estate distributed accordingly to Reuben Avery, Arna Willson, Walter Avery, heirs of Catharine Collory, heirs of Peter Avery, Israel K. Avery, heirs of Ira Avery, and heirs of John Avery, page 449.
Avery, Peter, late of Greenwich, Nov. 6, 1827, letters of administration on his estate granted to his widow, Elizabeth Avery, and commissioners appointed to adjust claims of creditors, page 41. Inventory taken by William Husted and Thomas A. Mead, and filed July 2, 1828, page 41. July 2, 1828, report of commissioners to adjust claims filed, page 42.
Avery, Walter, late of Greenwich, will dated Mar. 15, 1836, probated Dec. 28, 1842, all to his wife Clarissa, and appointed her his executrix. Witnesses William B. Sherwood, William E. Ferris, and Cornelia J. Graham, page 196. Dec. 28, 1842, order to advertise for claims, page 196.x Inventory taken Feb. 1843, by William B. Sherwood and Alvan Mead, and filed Feb. 27 1843, page 210.
Banks, Daniel, late of Greenwich, will dated Sept. 12, 1811, probated Feb. 1, 1814, mentioned Mary, a daughter of Ephraim Mead, and said Ephraim Mead. Executor said Ephraim Mead. Witnesses Timothy Walker, Reumah Walker and Nancy E. Walker, page 71. Inventory taken Feb. 17, 1814, by Jonas Mead and Noah Mead, and filed Mar. 31, 1814, page 72. Feb. 1, 1814, order to advertise for claims, page 72.
Banks, James, Jr., late of North Castle, will dated Jan. 4, 1820, probated Feb. 13, 1821, mentioned his wife Anna, son George, and provided for an unborn child. Executors John Mead of Somers and Guy B. Hobby of North Castle. Witnesses Henry Brown, William Finch and Nelson Banks, page 127. Feb. 13, 1821, order to advertise for claims, page 127. Inventory taken Mar. 12, 1821, by Benjamin Brush and James Smith, and filed Apr. 9, 1821, page 128. Jan. 7, 1822, commissioners appointed to adjust claims of creditors, page 195. Aug. 10, 1822, report of commissioners filed, page 230. June 3, 1822, time for final settlement extended to Aug. 24, 1822, page 230.
Banks, James, late of Greenwich, will dated Mar. 13, 1837, probated June 20, 1844, mentioned his children Elizabeth Reynolds and Catherine Reynolds, grandchildren James Pine, Sarah Purdy, and Hannah Pine. Executors his grandson James Pine, and daughters Elizabeth Reynolds and Catherine Reynolds. Witnesses William E. Reynolds, Margarette Miller, and Ard Reynolds, page 391. June 20, 1844, letters to James Pine, others declined, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 392. Inventory taken by Augustus L. Reynolds and Ephraim Marshall, and filed Aug. 14, 1844, page 403.
Banks, Mary, late of New York City, Dec. 22, 1842, letters of administration on her estate granted to Augustus Lyon of Greenwich, who was order to advertise for claims, page 344. Inventory taken by Samuel Close, and William Newman, and filed Mar. 4, 1844, page 344.
Banks, Mary, late of New York City, Mar. 9, 1844, her estate in Greenwich ordered distributed to the legal representatives of David Lyon, deceased legal representatives of James Lyon, deceased, legal representatives of Benjamin Lyon, deceased, legal representatives of Elizabeth Merritt, deceased, legal representatives of Sarah Banks, deceased, and the legal representatives of Daniel Lyon, deceased, page 61. Mar. 17, 1844, estate distributed accordingly, page 61.
Banks, Samuel, late of North Castle, Sept. 11, 1822, letters of administration on his estate granted to Rachel Banks, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 304. Inventory taken by Edward Close and Aaron Peck, and filed Apr. 23, 1823, page 304. Apr. 23, 1823, estate ordered distributed to his widow, Rachel Banks, and children: to the legal representatives of James Banks, Jr., William R. Banks, Nelson Banks, to the legal representatives of Deborah Lounsbury, and Rachel, wife of William Finch, page 304. May 9, 1823, estate distributed accordingly, page 305
Bayeux, Priscilla, late of Greenwich, Jan. 25, 1816, letters of administration on her estate granted to Oliver L. Ford and Henry Lockwood, who were ordered to advertise for claims, page 97. Inventory taken Mar. 21, 1816, by Enos Lockwood and Ebenezer Peck, and filed Apr. 2, 1816, page 190.
Bayeux, Thomas, Dr., late of Greenwich, Feb. 16, 1816, distribution ordered of that part of his estate set off to his widow; Priscilla Bayeux, as her dower, to his children, viz: Priscilla, wife of Epenetus Lockwood, Elizabeth, wife of Oliver Ford, Maria, wife of Henry Lockwood, and Sally Bayeux, page 184. Mar. 22, 1816, estate distributed accordingly, page 230.
Bayeux, Thomas, Dr., late of Greenwich, July 12, 1811, letters of administration on his estate granted to Joseph Wood of Stamford, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 498. Inventory taken July 24, 1811, by William Knapp and Jabez Mead, and filed Sept. 3, 1811, page 498. Mar. 21, 1812, estate ordered distributed to his widow, Priscilla Bayeux, and children Priscilla, wife of Epenetus Lockwood, Elizabeth A., wife of Oliver Ford, Maria Bayeux and Sally Bayeux, page 502. July 28, 1813, estate distributed accordingly, page 515.
Bayeux, Thomas, Dr., late of Greenwich, Sept. 5, 1811, Sally Bayeux, a daughter of decedent, about 15 years of age, made choice of Epenetus Lockwood to be her guardian.
Belcher, Elisha, Dr., late of Greenwich, will dated Apr. 12, 1825, probated Jan. 1826, mentioned his wife Lydia [Lydia Reynolds], and children Elisha R., William N., Clarissa Sackett, Mary White, Sarah Palmer, Elizabeth U. Strang, Ann or Augusta White, and Lydia Mead. Executors his son Elisha R. and sons-in-law Dr. Darius Mead and Bartow F. White. Witnesses Gilbert Close, Nathaniel Knapp, and Zalmon Minor, page 223. June 21, 1825, codicil dated, additional bequests to his wife, page 224. Jan. 1826, Bartow F. White declined to qualify, and letters to the other two, who were ordered to advertise for claims, page 225. Inventory taken Jan. 22, 1826, by Gilbert Close and Stephen Waring, and filed Mar. 6, 1826, page 225. May 1, 1826, estate ordered distributed according to his will, page 226. Dec. 25, 1826; time for final settlement extended, page 227.
Betts, Frederick, of Greenwich, May 1, 1810, guardian of Henrietta Betts, Caroline Betts, Daniel Betts, Mary Betts, Hannah Betts, and Filo Betts, minor children of said Frederick Betts, asked leave to sell the real estate of said minors, page 303.
Betts, Nathaniel William, late of Greenwich, Apr. 13, 1811, Eliza Ann Betts, a daughter of decedent, made choice of Burwell Betts to be her guardian, page 506.
Bonnell, (Bunnell) Sabrina, of Greenwich, Nov. 5, 1844, appointed guardian of her children John M. Bonnell, about 20 years of age, Pierre H. Bonnell, about 18 years of age, Govenier M. Bonnell, about 14 years of age, and William Astor Bonnell, about 11 years of age, page 206.
Bouton, Mahala, late of Greenwich, will dated Apr. 24, 1829, probated June 10, 1829, all to her husband Daniel Bouton. Executors Stephen Waring and Henry Ritch, both of Greenwich, Witnesses Ephraim Lane, George H. Lane, and William H. Mead, page 61. June 10, 1829, order to advertise for claims, page 62. Sept. 25, 1829, inventory taken by Benjamin Page and William H. Mead, and filed Feb. 8, 1830, page 180.
Briggs, Nathaniel, late of Greenwich, will dated May 6, 1833, probated July 3, 1833, mentioned his wife Mary, and children Isaac, Lockwood, Harvey, Nathaniel, Lydia Buckout, and Amy Ferris. Executor Ira Lockwood. Witnesses Ezekiel Reynolds, Jr., Augustus L. Reynolds, and Ard Reynolds, page 486. July 3, 1833, order to advertise for claims, page 487. Inventory taken July 12, 1833, by Jared Smith and Ephraim Marshall, and filed July 20, 1833, page 487.
Briggs, Philip, late of Greenwich, Sept. 15, 1846, letters of administration on his estate granted to Odle C. Knapp of Greenwich, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 214. Inventory taken by Seely Mead and Silas Husted and filed Oct. 5, 1846, page 215. Jan. 9, 1847, account filed, and commissioners appointed to adjust claims of creditors, page 216. Sept. 18, 1847, report of commissioners filed, page 330. Sept. 18, 1847, account filed, and real estate ordered sold to pay debts, page 331. Sept. 18, 1847, necessaries set off to his widow, and also an allowance for the support of the family, page 449. May 6, 1848, account ordered filed, page 413.
Brown, Allen, of Greenwich, over 14 years of age, Mar. 3, 1834, made choice of his brother Nehemiah Brown, Jr., of Greenwich, to be his guardian, page 11.
Brown, Ann, late of Brooklyn, NY, Aug. 26, 1847, letters of administration on her estate granted to Matthew Antonides of Brooklyn, NY, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 336. Inventory taken by Jonas Howe and Zaccheus Mead, and filed Sept. 10, 1847, page 320. Mar. 28, 1848, account ordered filed, page 396. Mar. 31, 1848, real estate ordered sold to pay debts, page 447. Real estate sold to Zaccheus Mead of Greenwich, and report of sale filed June 13, 1848, page 448.
Brown, Bezaleel, late of Greenwich, will dated Jan. 3, 1805, probated July 27, 1805, mentioned his wife Rachel [Rachel Mead], and children Levi, Nathaniel, Josiah, Bezaleel, Rachel, wife of Hardy Mead. Executors son Bezaleel and Jabez Fitch. Witnesses Andrew Mead, Ira Mead, and John Lockwood, page 25. July 27, 1805, order to advertise for claims, page 28. Inventory taken Aug. 22, 1805, by Abraham Husted and Peter Mead, and filed Sept. 6, 1805, page 29. May 15, 1810, dower of his widow set out, page 520.
Brown, David, late of Greenwich, will dated Mar. 19, 1812, probated Apr. 6, 1813, mentioned his children James, David, Robert, Sarah, wife of Levi Brown, Deborah, wife of Jonathan Rundle, Phebe, wife of Shadrach Rundle, Martha, wife of John Knapp, Margaret, Elizabeth, Clara, Anna, William, and grandson Elihu Marshall [son of Mary Brown & Amariah Marshall]. Executors son Robert and son-in-law Jonathan Rundle. Witnesses James Brown, Gilbert Peck, and Ebenezer Mead, page 516. Apr. 14, 1813, order to advertise for claims, page 518. Inventory taken Apr. 19, 1813, by Ebenezer Mead and Abraham Close, and filed May 4, 1813, page 518.
Brown, Deborah, late of Greenwich, Apr. 2, 1816, letters of administration on her estate granted to Benjamin Brush of Greenwich, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 190.
Brown, Elizabeth, late of Greenwich, May 4, 1824, letters of administration on her estate granted to Robert Brown of New York City, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 22.
Brown, James, late of Greenwich, Apr. 19, 1813, letters of administration on his estate granted to Gideon Close, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 436. Inventory taken Apr. 22, 1813, by Elias Peck and Nathaniel Palmer, and filed May 4, 1813, page 436.
Brown, James, late of Greenwich, will dated Mar. 22, 1813, probate refused, Apr. 17, 1813, mentioned his wife Anne, and children James, Robert, David, Josiah, Mary Lockwood, Abigail Hubbard, Hannah Kinch, grandchildren Nehemiah Brown, a son of Robert Brown, and Maria Brown, a daughter of David Brown. Executor Abraham Close.
Brown, Josiah, formerly of Greenwich, late of New York City, will dated Oct. 1, 1823, probated Apr. 25, 1834, all to his wife Mary Brown, whom he appointed executrix. Witnesses Zeno Carpenter, James H. Reynolds, and Richard L. Mott, page 98. Apr. 25, 1834, order to advertise for claims, page 99. Inventory taken Aug. 21, 1834, by Jared Smith and Amos Smith, and filed Nov. 4, 1834, page 100.
Brown, Major [actual first name], late of Greenwich, will dated Nov. 9, 1837, probated Sept. 27, 1847, all to his daughter Ruth, Sarah, and Electa. Executrix his daughter Ruth Brown. Witnesses William A. Husted, Jr., Rebecca R. Close, and Samuel Close, page 346. Sept. 27, 1847, order to advertise for claims, page 347. Inventory taken by Isaac Peck and Ard Knapp, and filed Oct. 30, 1847, page 353. Oct. 30, 1847, personal property ordered sold, page 353. Apr. 10, 1848, account ordered filed, page 397.
Brown, Nehemiah, late of Greenwich, June 21, 1810, letters of administration on his estate granted to Major Brown and Gilbert Close, who were ordered to advertise for claims, page 521. Inventory taken June 27, 1810, by Phineas Rundle and Seymour Hobby, and filed Aug. 7, 1810, page 521.
Brown, Nehemiah, late of Greenwich, will dated June 8, 1839, probated Aug. 22, 1840, mentioned his wife Elizabeth, and children Julia Kirk, Sarah Ford, and Eliza Snyder. Executor Bartow F. White. Witnesses Isaac Peck, Major Brown, Jr., and Benjamin Husted, Jr., page 509. Aug. 22, 1840, order to advertise for claims, page 509. Inventory taken Sept. 12, 1840, by Samuel Brown and Nathaniel Husted, and filed Oct. 22, 1840, page 510.
Brown, Rachel [Rachel Mead], late of Greenwich, widow of Bezaleel Brown, will dated June 18, 1814, probated Feb. 6, 1816, all to her son Bezaleel Brown, and appointed him executor. Witnesses Sarah W. Knapp, Susan J. Knapp and Maria Rogers, page 516.
Brown, Samuel, 3rd, late of Greenwich, Oct. 1, 1816, letters of administration on his estate granted to Timothy Walker, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 257. Inventory taken Oct. 11, 1816, by Ebenezer Mead and William Knapp, and filed Nov. 5, 1816, page 270. May 1, 1817, order to advertise for claims, page 348. May 6, 1817, commissioners appointed to adjust claims of creditors, page 348.
Brundage, Charity, late of Greenwich, Mar. 29, 1823, letters of administration on her estate granted to Aaron Field, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 291. Inventory taken Apr. 15, 1823, by William Sutton and John Carpenter, and filed May 10, 1823, page 291.
Brundage, Jonah, late of Rye, NY, will dated July 5, 1828, probated Dec. 27, 1839, mentioned his wife Sarah, and children Silas, Samuel, Jonah, Lydia, Betsey Ann, and Sally. Executors his wife and sons Silas and Samuel. Witnesses John H. Smith, William Strang, and Allen Strang, page 431. Dec. 27, 1839, Samuel Brundage refused to qualify and letters of administration on his estate granted to Silas Brundage and Sarah Brundage, who were ordered to advertise for claims, page 432. Inventory taken by Hacaliah Carhart and William A. Merritt, and filed Feb. 25, 1840, page 433.
Brundage, Jonah, of Rye, June 18, 1832, Sally J. Brundage and Jonah C. Brundage, children of said Jonah Brundage, over 14 years of age, made choice of their father to be their guardian, page 344.
Brundage, Samuel, late of Greenwich, will dated Sept. 24, 1846, probated July 12, 1847, mentioned his wife Mary, and children Rebecca, wife of James Britt, Permela, wife of William Bittis, Sally, wife of William Hubbard, William, Hiram, and Thomas c. Executors his wife and sons William and Thomas C. Witnesses Ezra Keeler, Abraham Rowell and Bartow F. White, page 314. July 12, 1847, order to advertise for claims, page 315. Inventory taken by Ezra Keeler and Josiah Wilcox, and filed Aug. 23, 1847, page 329. Jan. 31, 1848, account ordered filed, page 385.
Brundige, James, late of Greenwich, will dated July 16, 1806, probated Sept. 19, 1806, mentioned his children Sarah and James, son-in-law Jotham Wilson, grandson Jotham Wilson, Jr., and greatgranddaughter Mary Wilson. Executors Jared Strang of Greenwich, and Jonah Brundige and Jared Strang, page 1. Inventory taken Sept. 19, 1806, by William Anderson, and Nehemiah Willson, and filed Oct. 7, 1806, page 3. Oct. 7, 1806, commissioners appointed to adjust claims of creditors, page 3. Apr. 9, 1807, account filed, and creditors ordered paid, page 5.
Brush, Benjamin, 3rd, late of Greenwich, Jan. 23, 1836, time to settle account extended, page 233.
Brush, Benjamin, 3rd, late of Greenwich, Oct. 26, 1830, his widow refused to qualify, and letters of administration on his estate granted to Joseph Brush and Stephen Waring of Greenwich, who were ordered to advertise for claims, page 252. Inventory taken of store at the Lower Landing of J. and B. Brush & Co., by Benjamin Knapp and Amos Finch and filed Feb. 7, 1831, page 252.
Brush, Benjamin, late of Greenwich, will dated Aprl. 27, 1839, probated Aug. 26, 1847, mentioned his wife Semantha [Semantha Reynolds], and children Fanny F. Rundle, Deborah B. Finch, Sarah, and Joseph; children of my son Edward [deceased, and his wife Ann Ingersoll], viz: Emma C., Shadrach M., Rebecca Ann, Mary A., and Semantha B., children of my daughter Semantha Hobby, viz: Amarantha, Ann Louisa, Julia Augusta and David Augustus, and daughter-in-law Maria. Executor son Joseph. Witnesses Hugh Mackay, Jeremiah Platt, and Gilbert Close, Jr., page 340. Aug. 26, 1847, order to advertise for claims, page 341. Inventory taken by Gilbert Close and Alfred Rundel and filed Apr. 10, 1848, page 399.
Brush, Edmund Burke, late of Greenwich, Aug. 20, 1833, letters of administration on his estate granted to his brother Platt Brush, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 232. Sept. 25, 1837, Platt Brush, now deceased, and letters de bonus non granted to Joseph Brush of Greenwich, page 260.
Brush, Edmund Burke, late of Greenwich, inventory taken by Amos Finch and William Smith, and filed Oct. 27, 1832, page 507.
Brush, Edward L., of Greenwich, about 19 years of age, May 12, 1845, his guardian Shubal Brush removed, and Alfred Rundle appointed in his place, page 113.
Brush, James, late of Greenwich, will dated Mar. 8, 1811, probated Aug. 4, 1812, mentioned his wife Martha [Martha Husted], and children Edward, James, David, Sarah, wife of Henry Van Kleek, and Rachel. Executors sons Edward and James. Witnesses Clark Reynolds, Alexander Lockwood, and David Wood, Jr., page 498. Aug. 4, 1812, order to advertise for claims, page 500. Inventory taken July 30, 1812, by Reuben Finch and Jared Smith, and filed Aug. 4,1812, page 500. June 11, 1813, the dower of his widow, Martha Brush, set out, page 501.
Brush, Joseph, of Greenwich, June 11, 1832, appointed guardian of his children Amos Mead, Richard Edward, Theodore and Elizabeth Sarah, page 344.
Brush, Josephus, late of Greenwich, inventory taken by Ard Reynolds and Alfred Rundle, and filed Sept. 3, 1844, page 29. Mar. 12, 1844, account filed, and real estate ordered sold to pay debts, page 30. Real estate sold to Charles Brush of Stamford, and report of sale filed Apr. 14, 1845, page 31.
Brush, Maria C., late of Greenwich, will dated Feb. 1, 1848, probated Apr. 6, 1848, mentioned her father-in-law Benjamin Brush, sisters Louisa Close, Abigail Close, Nancy Close, and Mary A. Palmer. Executor her brother Ezekiel Close of Greenwich. Witnesses Joseph Close, Sarah Banks, and Bartow F. White, page 400. Apr. 6, 1848, order to advertise for claims, page 402.
Brush, Martha [Martha Husted], late of Greenwich, widow of James Brush, will dated Nov. 19, 1832, probated Oct. 18, 1838, mentioned her children James Brush, David Brush, Edward Brush, Edmond Brush, and Rachel Rundle, granddaughters children of her son Edward Brush, grandsons Henry, Stephen, and Edward, Jr., children of her son Edward Brush, grandchildren Mary, daughter of said Edward Brush, granddaughter Theresia Van Kleek, grandchildren the children of her daughter Sally Van Kleek. Executors son David Brush. Witnesses Harriet Reynolds, Elizabeth P. Reynolds, and Ard Reynolds, page 367. Oct. 18, 1838, order to advertise for claims, page 369. Inventory taken Nov. 22, 1838, by William Finch and Joseph Brush, and filed Dec. 1y7, 1838, page 370.
Brush, Platt, late of Greenwich, Sept. 25, 1837, his widow refused to qualify, and letters of administration on his estate granted to Joseph Brush and Gilbert Close, Jr., who were ordered to advertise for claims, page 259. Inventory taken Sept. 22, 1837, by Benjamin Brush and Alfred Rundle, and filed June 1, 1838, page 303.
Brush, Shubal, late of Greenwich, inventory taken Mar. 28, 1800, by David Wood and Benjamin Brush, and file Oct. 26, 1800, page 16, 1800, page 149. Apr. 5, 1811, account filed, and real estate ordered sold to pay debts, page 151. May 22, 1811, commissioners appointed to set out the share of decedentís widow, Christina Brush, now Christina Finch [Christina Rundel], page 152. Apr. 2, 1811, widowís share set out, page 152. Apr. 15, 1811, estate ordered distributed to the children of deceased, Samuel, Benjamin, Jr., James, John, Edward, Anne Hobby, Mary Brush, Christina Brush, and Betsey (Elizabeth) Brush, page 154. Apr. 18, 1811, estate distributed accordingly, page 154.
Brush, Shubal, late of Greenwich, June 4, 1811, bond of Benjamin Brush, Jr., of Greenwich, guardian of Mary, Christina, and Elizabeth, children of decedent.
Bunnell, Jonathan, late of Greenwich, Aug. 24, 1845, administrator ordered to file his account, page 19. Sept. 8, 1845, account filed, and real estate ordered sold to pay debts, page 181. Real estate sold to George Bunnell of Greenwich, and report of sale filed Sept. 29, 1845, page 182.
Bunnell, Jonathan, late of Greenwich, June 12, 1848, estate ordered distributed to his widow, Sabrina Bunnell, and children George T., Eliza J., wife of Lorenzo Tuttle, Sabrina, wife of William Bowen, Susan E., John H., Pierre U., Goveneur M., William A., Jane A., and Charlotte A.
Bunnell, Jonathan, late of Greenwich, Oct. 30, 1843, letters of administration on his estate granted to his widow, Sabina Bunnell of Greenwich and Royal L. Gay of Stamford, who were ordered to advertise for claims, page 366. Inventory taken by Stephen B. Provost and Davis Lockwood, and filed Dec. 18, 1843, page 366.
Burley, Deborah, late of Greenwich, Oct. 16, 1845, letters of administration on her estate granted to Seth P. Quintard of Greenwich, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 116. Inventory taken by Seth P. Quintard and Daniel M. Ritch, and filed Nov. 1, 1845, page 263. May 20, 1846, account filed, and commissioners appointed to adjust claims of creditors, page 174. Report of commissioners filed, Dec. 28, 1846,page 263. Oct. 26, 1848, account ordered filed, page 474.
Burley, Henry, late of Greenwich, Feb. 9, 1847, letters of administration on his estate granted to Selleck Scofield of Stamford, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 283. Inventory taken by Henry Ritch and Henry Dayton, and filed Apr. 8, 1847, page 283.
Burley, Henry, of Greenwich, Nov. 24, 1842, on the application of Amy Burley of Greenwich, Frederick Lockwood of Greenwich was appointed his conservator, page 190. Mar. 15, 1844, now capable of managing his affairs, and his conservator was discharged, page 285.
Burley, Samuel, late of Greenwich, Oct. 13, 1845, letters of administration on his estate granted to Selleck Scofield of Stamford, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 115. Inventory taken by Henry Ritch and Seth P. Quintard, and filed Dec. 17, 1845, page 181. Jan. 29, 1847, Joshua P. Ferris of Stamford appointed guardian of Emily Burley of Greenwich, a daughter of decedent, page 207.
Burley, Silas, late of Greenwich, May 4, 1846, personal property not sufficient to pay the legacies bequeathed to his children, Cynthia now the wife of Lot Palmer, Deborah, now the wife of John H. Reynolds, Amy Burley, and Emeline, now the wife of George Marshall, and Deborah, the widow of testator being now deceased, the real estate was ordered sold to pay said legacies, page 171. Real estate sold to the aforesaid Cynthia Palmer, Deborah Reynolds, Amy Burley, and Emeline Marshall, and report of sale filed June 1, 1846, page 171. June 1, 1846, his son Silas, having predeceased the testator, estate ordered distributed to his children Henry, Isaac, Walter, and the heirs at law of Samuel, page 172. June 3, 1846, Isaac Burley, conveyed his interest to Henry Burley, and the estate was distributed to testatorís children Henry, and Walter, and the heirs at law of Samuel, page 172.
Burley, Silas, late of Greenwich, will dated Nov. 23, 1811, probated Sept. 3, 1833, mentioned his wife Deborah, and children Henry, Charlotte Husted, Polly Keeler, Cynthia Burley, Deborah Burley, Amy Burley, Emeline Burley, Isaac, Silas, Walter, and Samuel. Executrix his wife. Witnesses Lot Palmer, Warren Palmer, and Jabez Mead, page 57. Codicil dated Mar. 12, 1812, Cynthia now the wife of Lot Palmer, page 57. Sept. 13, 1833, the widow refused to qualify, and letters of administration on his estate granted to Seth P. Quintard of Greenwich, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 58. Inventory taken by Henry Ritch and Edwin Lounsbury, and filed Mar. 17, 1834, page 58. Apr. 28, 1834, account filed, and necessaries allowed his widow, page 59.
Burtis, Betsey M. [Elizabeth Lyon, widow of _____ Burtis], late of Greenwich, will date June 21, 1838, probated __________, owned land in Michigan and Ohio, mentioned her brother-in-law David Burtis, sister Sally, wife of Daniel Merritt of Greenwich, and her [Sallyís] two youngest daughters Sarah and Cynthia Merritt, nephew Daniel B., son of said Sally Merritt, sister Nancy, wife of Drake Husted, brothers Lewis Lyon and Augustus Lyon. Executor said Daniel Merritt. Witnesses Sarah Hubbard, Sarah A. Hubbard, and Samuel Close, page 291. Order to advertise for claims, page 292. Inventory taken by Henry Bush and Nelson Bush, and filed Sept. 4, 1838, page 370.
Burton, Samuel, late of Greenwich, Sept. 9, 1812, bond of William Davenport of Stamford, guardian of Hervey Burton, about 17 years of age, William Burton, about 11 years of age, and Harriet Burton, about 9 years of age, children of decedent.
Bush, Ann, late of Greenwich, will dated May 28, 1835, probated Nov. 25, 1836, mentioned her children Henry Bush, Nelson Bush, Maria Bush, Leveret Bush, William Bush, and Julia Hicks. Executors her sons Henry and Nelson. Witnesses James Mosher, Augustus Mead, and Samuel Close, page 238. Nov. 25, 1836, order to advertise for claims, page 239. Inventory taken by Samuel Close and Thomas A. Mead, and filed June 15, 1837, page 304.
Bush, David W., late of Greenwich, Oct. 31, 1835, letters of administration on his estate granted to his brother Henry Bush of Greenwich, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 203. Inventory taken by Augustus Mead and Thomas A. Mead, and filed Feb. 6, 1836, page 203.
Bush, David, late of Greenwich, Dec. 21, 1807, estate ordered distributed to his widow, Sarah Bush, and children Mary, Sally, Elizabeth, Fanny, Charlotte, Grace, Justus L., and Ralph J., page 61. Feb. 7, 1814, estate distributed to his widow, Sarah Bush, and children Justus L., Ralph J., Mary Davis, Sarah Rogers, Elizabeth Grigg, Fanny Bush, Charlotte Bush, and Grace Bush, page 61. Dec. 6, 1824, his widow, Sarah Bush, being now deceased, the real estate set off to her as her dower, order distributed to Mary Davis, Sarah Rogers, Elizabeth Grigg, Fanny Bush, Charlotte St. John, Grace Bush, and Justus L. Bush, he having purchased the interest of Ralph J., children of deceased, page 93. Dec. 31, 1824, estate distributed accordingly, page 93.
Bush, Deborah, widow, late of Greenwich, 1804, letters of administration on her estate granted to Richard Mead, page 55. Inventory taken Apr. 7, 1804, by Ebenezer Mead and Isaac Weed, and filed Apr. 10, 1804, pages 55 and 57. Feb. 1, 1805, account filed and estate ordered distributed to Joseph Mead, a son; to the legal representatives of Mary, wife of Abraham Hobby, a deceased daughter; to Hannah, wife of Robert Caldwell, page 57. Mar. 18, 1805, estate distributed to Rebecca, wife of John R. Cozine, Hannah, wife of John Caldwell, legal representatives of Mary, wife of Abraham Hobby, a deceased daughter, and to Joseph Mead, page 58.
Bush, Elzor, colored, late of Greenwich, will dated Apr. 1, 1835, probated Apr. 20, 1835, mentioned his wife Dinah, father York, and brother Ralph. Executor Thomas A. Mead. Witnesses Handford Mead, Samuel Close, and Abraham Prime, page 240. Apr. 20, 1835, order to advertise for claims, page 240.
Bush, Justus Luke, late of Greenwich, Aug. 29, 1844, letters of administration on his estate granted to his widow Sally Bush, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 154. Inventory taken by Nelson Bush and Benjamin J. Knapp, and filed Dec. 20, 1844, page 154. Jan. 15, 1845, administratrix removed, and Ard Reynolds appointed in her place, page 155. Aug. 4, 1845, commissioners appointed to adjust claims of creditors, page 155. Mar. 11, 1847, report of commissioners filed, page 287. Mar. 25, 1847, Samuel C. Cornell, administrator of the estate of William Knapp, deceased, appealed from the report of said commissioners, page 289. July 26, 1847, appeal abandoned, page 322. July 26, 1847, time for final settlement extended, page 311. July 29, 1847, personal property ordered sold, page 359. Sept. 27, 1847, account ordered filed, page 346. Nov. 1, 1847, necessaries allowed the widow and family of deceased, page 360. Nov. 1, 1847, account filed, and creditors ordered paid 50 cents on the dollar, page 360. Mar. 28 1848, accounted ordered filed, page 397.
Bush, Samuel, late of Greenwich, will dated Nov. 11, 1825, probated Jan. 15, 1827, mentioned his wife Ann, and children Maria, Nelson, William, David, Henry, and Leveret. Executors his wife and sons David, Henry, Nelson, and William. Witnesses Sarah Rogers, Charlotte A. Hicks and Charles Hawley, page 330. Inventory taken Feb. 15, 1827, by Zophar Mead and Thomas A. Mead, and filed Mar. 2, 1827, page 331.
Bush, Sarah, late of Greenwich, will dated Sept. 9, 1820, probated Sept. 18, 1824, mentioned her children Isaac S. Isaacs, Benjamin Isaacs, Sarah, wife of Joseph Rogers, Esther, wife of William Knapp, Elizabeth Belden, Charlotte, wife of Stephen B. St. John, Fanny Bush, Grace Bush, Dr. Ralph J. Bush, and Justus L. Bush, grandchildren George Isaacs, William M. Isaacs, Emily Isaacs, and Charles Isaacs, children of her deceased son William Isaacs. Executor her son Justus L. Bush. Witnesses Elizabeth Rogers, Maria Bush, and James B. Fairchild, page 42. Sept. 18, 1824, order to advertise for claims, page 42. Inventory taken Oct. 23, 1824, by Jabez Mead and Stephen Waring, and filed Nov. 6, 1824, page 43.
Buxton, Gilbert, late of Greenwich, Jan. 26, 1826, his widow refused to qualify, and letters of administration on his estate granted to Thomas Carpenter, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 149. Inventory taken Jan. 19, 1826, by John Carpenter and Aaron Field, and filed Feb. 6, 1824, page 149. Sept. 10, 1826, account filed, and necessaries allowed to his widow, page 150.
Buxton, Gilbert, late of Greenwich, Sept. 18, 1826, dower of his widow, Ann Dayton, order set out, page 39. Mar. 20, 1827, dower set out, page 39.
Buxton, James, late of Greenwich, Nov. 26, 1830, letters of administration on his estate granted to Samuel Close, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 272. Inventory taken Dec. 24, 1830, by Aaron Field and John Carpenter, and filed Dec. 27, 1830, page 272. Nov. 7, 1831, account filed, and real estate ordered sold to pay debts, page 360. Real estate sold to Nathaniel Dayton of Greenwich, and report of sale filed Mar. 15, 1832, page 360.
Carbart, William, late of Rye, July 7, 1823, letters of administration on his estate granted to Abraham Close of Greenwich, and commissioners appointed to adjust claims of creditors, page 329. Mar. 1, 1824, report of commissioners filed, page 330.
Carhart, Hacaliah, late of Greenwich, will dated Mar. 17, 1837, probated June 7, 1838, mentioned his wife _____, and children Isaac A., Hannah Lyon, Margaret Newman, Elizabeth Adams, Hacaliah, Joshua, and Alfred. Executors his sons Hacaliah and Alfred, and son-in-law Barnabas S. Adams. Witnesses John Purdy, Jotham Sherwood, and Israel A. Dusenbury, page 281. June 7, 1838, order to advertise for claims, page 282. Inventory taken June 8, 1838, by Purdy Anderson and John C. Sherwood, and filed June 19, 1838, page 282.
Carringcross, George, also spelled Carncross, late of Greenwich, Sept. 5, 1815, letters of administration on his estate granted to Andrew Mead of Greenwich, page 70. Inventory taken Oct. 2, 1815, by Ebenezer Hobby and Aaron Clark, and filed Oct. 3, 1813, page 401.
Clapp, Thomas, late of Greenwich, Sept. 17, 1829, time for settlement extended, page 134. Apr. 19, 1830, Sarah Brundage, a daughter of Dorcas Brundage, late of Westchester County, deceased, sister of said Thomas Clapp, deceased, appealed from the probate of his will, page 176.
Clapp, Thomas, late of Greenwich, will dated 22nd day of 5th month, 1827, probated Mar. 19, 1828, mentioned his nephew Thomas Carpenter, niece Deborah Pugsley; Thomas and Allen, sons of his nephew William Sutton; nephew and niece John and Mary Sands; tract of land for the Friends School in Purchase; sister Mary Carpenter and her children John, William, Charles, Joseph, Martha, Sarah, and Dorcas; Phebe, wife of James Field and her son Thomas C.; the children of his nephew William Sutton, viz: John, Phebe, Mary, Alice, and Elizabeth; the five children of Benjamin Cornell by his former wife Alice; to Silasí son Thomas C.; James Nash; Sarah, wife of Jonah Brundage; the children of William Cornell; the two children of John Squariman; Deborah Pugsley; Richard, Sarah, and William Pugsley; niece Mary Sands; the children of Thomas Veal; the children of his nephew John Carpenter; the children of his three nephews, viz: William, Joseph, and Charles Carpenter; the children of his nephew Jesse Sutton; the two daughters of his uncle Thomas Clapp, viz: the wives of Skidmore and Ally, and unto the children of their brother James Clapp; the children and grandchildren of his uncle Silas Clapp, late of Rhode Island; the children and grandchildren of his uncle Edward Hallock, viz: Clement Sands, et al; the wife and children of Nathaniel Higby; the children of James and Anne Brush; Elizabeth Underhill and her son Mott; Mary Fowler; Hannah, wife of Caleb Paulding; legacies to various Friends Meetings; the children of Mary Pugsley; the children of sister Dorcas; James, son of Patrick McKay; John, son of two sisters Dorcas and Mary. Executors nephews William Sutton, William Carpenter, Thomas Carpenter, and James Field. Witnesses Samuel Mills, James T. Carpenter, page 266. Mar. 19, 1828, order to advertise for claims, page 269. Inventory taken by Thomas Green and Daniel Matthews, and filed Feb. 7, 1828, page 269. Mar. 9, 1829, time for final settlement extended, page 270.
Clark, Cyrus, late of Greenwich, Feb. 20, 1847, letters of administration on his estate granted to George A. Palmer, of Greenwich, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 284. Inventory taken by Henry Ritch and Lot Palmer, and filed May 21, 1847, page 285. Feb. 21, 1848, account ordere filed, page 389.
Clark, Elizabeth, late of Greenwich, Oct. 18, 1845, letters of administration on his estate granted to Joseph Brush, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 115.
Close, Bethiah, widow of Gideon Close, late of Greenwich, will dated Mar. 2, 1829, probated June 8, 1829, mentioned her sister Frances Hobby, sister Charlotte H. Close, late brother Abraham Hobbyís children, and niece Elizabeth C. Mead. Executor Edward Close. Witnesses Darius Mead, Jr., Lucy P. Close, and Shadrach Mead, page 155. Inventory taken June 9, 1829, by Samuel Peck and Elias Peck, and filed June 11, 1829, page 156.
Close, Charlotte, late of Rye, May 20, 1848, letters of administration on his estate granted to Joseph Close of Greenwich, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 426.
Close, David, of Greenwich, over 14 years of age, Aug. 5, 1837, made choice of his brother Aaron Close of Rye to be his guardian, page 258.
Close, Edward, late of Greenwich, June 24, 1839, letters of administration on his estate granted to his sons Gideon Close and Edwin T. Close, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 95. Inventory taken Sept. 23, 1839, by Conklin Husted and Gilbert Close, and filed Oct. 4, 1839, page 95.
Close, Edwin T., late of Greenwich, Mar. 10, 1843, his widow refused to qualify, and letters of administration on his estate granted to Alfred Rundle of Greenwich, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 323. Inventory taken by Conklin Husted and Benjamin Brush, and filed May 9, 1843, page 323. June 29, 1843, the court appointed Guy B. Hobby of North Castle guardian of Edwin Close of Greenwich, a son of decedent, page 324. June 29, 1843, petition for leave to sell the real estate of said minor in Greenwich, viz: the right of his father in and to 1/5 of the estate of Edward Close, deceased, and sale ordered, page 325.
Close, Edwin, of Greenwich, a minor, his real estate sold to Gideon Close, Odel Close, George C. Close, and Shadrach M. Close, and report of sale filed June 17, 1844, page 380.
Close, Gideon, late of Greenwich, Feb. 2, 1824, dower of his widow Bethia Close, order set out, page 12. Feb. 2, 1824, dower set out, page 12.
Close, Gideon, late of Greenwich, will dated Nov. 20, 1819, probated Dec. 15, 1819, mentioned his wife Bethiah, nephews Jonathan Allen Close, Gilbert Close, Horace Close, and William Close. Executor nephew Edward Close. Witnesses Anna N. Peck, Samuel Peck, and Shadrach Mead, page 52. Dec. 15, 1819, order to advertise for claims, page 52. Inventory taken Dec. 29, 1819, by Elias Peck and Samuel Peck, and filed July 7, 1820.
Close, Gideon, Sr., late of Greenwich, Feb. 3, 1809, letters of administration on his estate granted to Edward Close, page 202. Inventory taken Feb. 23, 1809, by Charles Smith and Benjamin Brush, and filed Mar. 7, 1809, page 202. Mar. 7, 1809, account filed, and real estate ordered distributed to the brothers and sisters of deceased, viz: Edward Close, Shadrach Close, Odle Close, Elizabeth Close, and Hannah Close, page 203. Mar. 29, 1810, estate distributed accordingly, page 203.
Close, Gilbert, late of Greenwich, Jan. 10, 1846, his widow [Sally Howe] refused to qualify and letters of administration on his estate granted to son Isaac O. Close, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 133. Inventory taken by Daniel Peck and William Peck, and filed Feb. 2, 1846, page 133. Mar. 29, 1847, account ordered filed, page 217. Apr. 12, 1847, account filed, and real estate ordered sold to pay debts, page 353. Real estate sold to Odle C. Knapp of Greenwich, and report of sale filed Oct. 30, 1847, page 354. Nov. 1, 1847, estate distributed accordingly, page 356.
Close, Henry, late of Greenwich, June 22, 1837, his widow refused to qualify, and letters of administration on his estate granted to Abraham H. Close, page 260.
Close, Jonathan, late of Greenwich, Apr. 4, 1826, pet ition of Job Lyon of Greenwich, guardian of Mary Rebecca Close, a daughter of decedent, for leave to sell the real estate of said minor in Greenwich, and sale ordered, page 201.
Close, Jonathan, late of Greenwich, Jan. 6, 1818, estate ordered distributed to his widow, Rebecca Close, and children Gilbert, Horace, Elizabeth, wife of Cyrus Mead, William Jonathan A., and Mary Rebecca, page 485. Mar. 31, 1818, estate distributed accordingly, page 486.
Close, Jonathan, late of Greenwich, June 2, 1812, letters of administration on his estate granted to Gideon Close, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 485. Inventory taken June 10, 1812, by Elnathan Husted and Amos Husted, and filed Aug. 4, 1812, page 485. Mar. 20, 1813, account filed, and real estate ordered sold to pay debts, page 487. Apr. 5, 1813, report of sale filed, page 487.
Close, Jonathan, of Greenwich, about 17 years of age, Apr. 3, 1820, made choice of Elias Peck to be his guardian, page 79.
Close, Joseph, late of Greenwich, will dated Mar. 31, 1840, probated Sept. 2, 1840, mentioned his wife Charlotte, nephew Joseph Close, Jr., son of his brother Solomon Close, and Charlotte Peck, a niece of his wife. Executor Jacob Dayton, Jr. Witnesses Tompkins Close, Tompkins Close, Jr., and Zachariah Close, page 490. Sept. 2, 1840, Jacob Dayton, Jr., refused to qualify and letter granted to Joseph Close, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 491.
Close, Mary R., of Greenwich, Mar. 1, 1824, made choice of Job Lyon to be her guardian, page 331.
Close, Odle, Jr., late of Greenwich, June 5, 1804, letters of administration on his estate granted to Gideon Close, and Edward Close, page 47. Inventory taken June 6, 1804, by Benjamin Brush and Charles Smith, and filed Aug. 7, 1804, pages 47 and 49. Apr. 2, 1805, account filed, and real estate ordered sold to pay debts, page 49. Nov. 5, 1805, report of sale filed, and estate ordered distributed to his widow Hannah Close [Hannah Brush] and children Edward, Shadrach, Gideon, Odle, Elizabeth, and Hannah, page 50. Dec. 11, 1805, estate distributed accordingly, page 50. Apr. 3, 1810, the court appointed Gideon Close guardian of Odle Close, about 12 years of age; and also appointed Edward Close guardian of Hannah Close, about 9 years of age children of decendent, page 505.
Close, Odle, late of Greenwich, will dated Oct. 7, 1834, probated Oct. 13, 1834, mentioned his wife Rachel E., and brother Shadrach Close, now deceased. Executors Joseph Brush and his brother Edward Close. Witnesses Samuel Close, Albert Knapp, and George H. Lane, page 89. Oct. 13, 1834, order to advertise for claims, page 90. Inventory taken Oct. 14, 1834, by William Smith and Amos Finch, and filed Apr. 20, 1835, page 90. Feb. 29, 1836, commissioners appointed to adjust claims of creditors, page 100. Aug. 13, 1836, new commissioners to adjust claims of creditors appointed, pages 183 and 184. Sept. 22, 1836, report of commissioners filed, page 184. Oct. 8, 1836, account filed, and creditors ordered paid 61 48/100 cents on the dollar, page 185.
Close, Shadrach J., of Greenwich, over 14 years of age, Feb. 16, 1837, made choice of Samuel Ferris of Greenwich to be his guardian, page 209.
Close, Shadrach, late of Greenwich, Feb. 4, 1829, letters of administration on his estate granted to his widow, Pininnah Close and Samuel Ferris of Greenwich, who were ordered to advertise for claims, page 4. Inventory taken Feb. 10, 1829, by Benjamin Page and Charles Smith, and filed Mar. 4, 1829, page 4. Nov. 13, 1829, account filed, and necessaries allowed his widow, page 196. Dec. 22, 1829, account filed, and real estate ordered sold to pay debts, page 339. Real estate sold to Samuel Ferris of Greenwich, and report of sale filed June 13, 1832, page 339.
Cornell, John, late of Greenwich, will dated 1st day, 9th month, 1806, probated June 12, 1813, mentioned his wife ____, Samuel Cornell, Joshua Cornell, John Cornell, Sarah Cornell, Mary Cornell, Phebe Hallet, Quimby Cornell, James Cornell, William Cornell, Daniel Cornell, Josiah Cornell, Matthew Dayton, and Benjamin Forweling. Executors Thomas Clapp, John Griffin, and Josiah Field. Witness Aaron Field, James Field, and Charles Field, page 11. Codicil dated 3rd day, 4th month, 1812, mentioned Susannah, wife of John Reynolds and her son Cornelius, page 11. Inventory taken 2nd day, 8th month, 1813, by Thomas Carpenter and James Field, and filed Aug. 3, 1813, page 14. June 12, 1813, order to advertise for claims, page 13.
Cox, Robert, late of Greenwich, June 10, 1839, his widow refused to qualify, and letters of administration on his estate granted to Peter Ferris of Greenwich, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 130. Inventory taken by Henry Ritch and Jonathan D. Weeks, and filed June 22, 1839, page 131. July 1, 1839, commissioners appointed to adjust claims of creditors, page 130. June 17, 1842, report of commissioners filed, page 131. June 17, 1842, account filed, and allowance to his widow, page 132. Nov. 18, 1842, account filed, and creditors ordered paid one cent and three mills and eight tenths of a mill on the dollar, page 197.
Davis, Elisha, late of Greenwich, will dated Mar. 16, 1813, probated Apr. 24, 1813, mentioned his wife Ann, and children Nancy, Thomas, Walter, Silas, Elizabeth Jarman, Johanna Benson, Sally Betts, Esther Riker, and Clarissa, wife of Butler Hubbard; and John a son of my daughter Nancy. Executors son Silas and Jonas Mead. Witnesses David Mead, Griffin Finch, and William Knapp, page 434. Inventory taken Apr. 29, 1813, by Henry Grigg and Goold John Selleck, and filed May 4, 1813, page 436.
Davis, Walter, late of Rye, Feb. 24, 1821, letters of administration on his estate granted to Ruth Davis of Rye [Ruth Ferris], who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 126. Inventory taken Feb. 7, 1821, by Abraham Lyon and John Lyon, and filed Feb. 26, 1821, page 126. Dec. 3, 1821, commissioners appointed to adjust claims of creditors, page 192. July 6, 1822, report of commissioners filed, page 230. July 6, 1822, account filed, and real estate ordered sold to pay debts, page 231. July 29, 1822, real estate sold to Elnathan Mead, and report of sale filed, page 231.
Dayton, David, late of North Castle, Westchester County, NY, Sept. 19, 1814, letters of administration on his estate granted to Jared Smith of Greenwich, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 517. Inventory taken Oct. 22, 1814, by Calvin Mead and Josiah Field, and filed Feb. 24, 1815, page 517.
Dayton, Jacob, late of Greenwich, Apr. 7, 1843, letters of administration on his estate granted to Samuel B. Dayton of Greenwich, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 240. Inventory taken by Joseph Close and Conklin Husted, and filed Aug. 7, 1843, page 241.
Dayton, Jacob, late of Greenwich, Feb. 17, 1845, his widow refused to qualify, and letters of administration on his estate granted to his son Samuel R. Dayton, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 55. Inventory taken by Alfred Rundle and Conklin Husted, and filed Mar. 13, 1845, page 56. Sept. 15, 1845, commissioners appointed to adjust claims of creditors, page 57. Mar. 23, 1846, report of commissioners filed, page 57. Mar. 23, 1846, account filed, and real estate ordered sold to pay debts, page 58. Real estate sold to Leondard Mead of Greenwich, and report of sale filed Mar. 23, 1846, page 58. Mar. 23, 1846, account filed, and creditors ordered paid 72 9/10 cents on the dollar, page 59.
Dayton, James, late of Greenwich, Aug. 27, 1833, account filed, and real estate ordered sold to pay debts, page 62. Real estate sold to Nathaniel Dayton of Greenwich, and report of sale filed Nov. 16, 1833, page 62.
Dayton, Joseph, late of Greenwich, Nov. 3, 1829, letters of administration on his estate granted to Humphrey Dayton of Greenwich, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 139. Nov. 24, 1829, inventory taken by Aaron Husted and Drake Husted, and filed Nov. 24, 1829, page 170.
Demorest [Deforest?], Samuel, Jr., of Warwick, NY, Jan. 24, 1840, appointed guardian by the Probate Court, Orange County, NY, of his daughter Sarah Maria Demorest, 18 years of age, and heir at law of her great uncle Frederick Lockwood.
Denton, Aaron, Mar. 12, 1803, bond of David Mead of Greenwich, guardian of Evert Denton, about 15 years of age, a son of decedent.
Denton, Daniel, late of Greenwich, Aug. 30, 1823, letters of administration on his estate granted to John M. Denton, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 331. Inventory taken Oct. 24, 1823, by Hezekiah Tracy and John Sackett, and filed Oct. 28, 1823, page 331.
Denton, Daniel, late of Greenwich, Oct. 1824, necessaries allowed his widow, Abigail Denton, page 34.
Denton, Samuel, late of Greenwich, Feb. 4, 1817, letters of administration on his estate granted to Humphrey Denton, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 279. Inventory taken Mar. 31, 1817, by John Sackett and Aaron Husted, and filed Apr. 1, 1817, page 288.
Dibble, Emeline, late of Greenwich, will dated Dec. 11, 1832, probated Feb. 4, 1833, mentioned Aunt Rebecca [Rebecca Holly], wife of Uncle Seymour Hobby, Laura, wife of Allen Hobby, cousin Caroline Hobby, daughter of Uncle Seymour Hobby of Greenwich, and brother Alexander Dibble. Executor Uncle Seymour Hobby. Witnesses Hannah Mead, Seymour Hobby, and Samuel Close, page 470. Feb. 4, 1833, order to advertise for claims, page 471. Inventory taken by Gideon Holmes and Isaac Peck, and filed Apr. 29, 1833, page 471.
Dixon, Philemon, late of Greenwich, Jan. 25, 1827, letters of administration on his estate granted to Asahel Palmer, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 105. Inventory taken by John H. Reynolds and Abel Palmer, and filed Feb. 3, 1827, page 105.
Dodgeshun, Enoch, late of New York City, June 6, 1842, on the application of John R. Palmer of Greenwich, Hannah Dodgeshum, administratrix, removed, and Royal L. Gay appointed in her place, page 50. Aug. 13, 1842, account filed, and real estate ordered sold to pay debts, page 163. Real estate sold to Beal B. Lockwood of Greenwich, and report of sale filed Sept. 3, 1842, page 164. Sept. 13, 1843, dower of his widow, Hannah Dodgeshum, ordered set out, and set out Sept. 14, 1843, page 260.
Dodgsban, Enoch, late of New York City, Dec. 10, 1830, letters of administration on his estate granted to his widow Hannah, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 405.
Downing, George, late of New York City, will date 31st day, 5th month, 1841, probated May 5, 1848, mentioned his daughters Ann Augusta, wife of Joseph Sackett, Angelina Downing, and son Augustus C., granddaughters Georgianna Sackett, Emma Augusta Sackett, Josephine Sackett, and Sarah Levina Sackett. Executors son Augustus C., Peter S. Titus, and Charles Hicks, all of New York City. Witnesses Samuel Willets, Daniel T. Willets, and Amos Willets, page 498. Codicil dated Apr. 6, 1842, page 411.
Downs, George L., of Greenwich, over 14 years of age, Sept. 8, 1836, made choice of Arba Smith of Greenwich to be his guardian, page 182.
Downs, Seth, of Greenwich, about 15 years of age, Nov. 10, 1832, made choice of Benjamin Brush, Jr., to be his guardian, page 456.
Dunn, Joseph, late of Greenwich, Sept. 19, 1828, his widow, Jerusha Dunn, refused to qualify, and his children being minors, letters of administration on his estate granted to Benjamin Tripp of North Castle, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 62. Inventory taken Sept. 20, 1828, by Lewis Weed and Obadiah Mead, and filed Dec. 11, 1828, page 62.
Emmerson, Mary F., 19 years of age, John Chadwick, 18 years of age, and Ann E. Chadwick, 16 years of age, all of New York, but owning real estate in Greenwich, Apr. 4, 1848, made choice of Matthew Antonides of Brooklyn to be their guardian, page 422. Apr. 4, 1848, petition for leave to sell the real estate of said minors in Greenwich, and sale ordered, pages 422 and 423. Real estate sold to Sanford Mead of Greenwich, and report of sale filed June 13, 1848, page 424.
Felmette, Jeffery, late of Greenwich, will dated Sept. 21, 1830, probated Oct. 13, 1832, all to his wife Dinah. Executor Samuel Close. Witnesses Lydia K. Mead, Huldah Tracy, and John Jay Tracy, page 447. Oct. 13, 1832, order to advertise for claims, page 447. Inventory taken Oct. 15, 1832, by Augustus Lyon and William Husted, and filedNov. 9, 1832, page 448.
Ferris, Ann [Nancy Ann Knapp, widow of Jeremiah Ferris], late of Greenwich, will dated Aug. 30, 1839, probated Aug. 31, 1842, mentioned her son Joseph Ferris, all to her daughter Ruth Davis, widow of Walter Davis, and appointed her and Peter Ferris executors. Witnesses Samuel Close, Benjamin Page, and Augustus R. Newman, page 202. Sept. 7, 1842, order to advertise for claims, page 202. Inventory taken by Benjamin Page and Augustus R. Newman, and filed Oct. 31, 1842, page 203.
Ferris, Clarissa, and William Ferris, of Greenwich, June 4, 1821, Edmond Mead and Nathaniel Ferris, Jr., respectively appointed their guardians, page 182.
Ferris, Clauson, late of Greenwich, Apr. 7, 1814, Hanford Ferris, about 15 years of age, a son of decedent, made choice of Eliphalet St. John of New Canaan to be his guardian, page 508.
Ferris, David, Jr., late of Greenwich, Dec. 1, 1810, Lemuel Ferris, about 16 years of age, a son of decedent, made choice of Betsey Ferris [Betsey Adams], his mother, to be his guardian, page 505.
Ferris, David, Jr., late of Greenwich, July 3, 1810, letters of administration on his estate granted to Nathaniel Adams and Betsey Ferris, who were ordered to advertise for claims, page 35. Inventory taken July13, 1810, by Enos Knapp and Jabez Mead, and filed Aug. 7, 1810, page 36. Feb. 5, 1811, commissioners appointed to set out the dower of his widow, Betsey Ferris [Betsey Adams], page 38. Mar. 4, 1811, dower set out, page 41. Feb. 5, 1811, account filed, and real estate ordered sold to pay debts, page 38.
Ferris, Ebenezer, late of Greenwich, inventory taken July 29, 1813, by Reuben Finch and Jared Smith, and filed Aug. 3, 1813, page 1 and 3. Apr. 30, 1814, account filed by David Wood, administrator, and real estate ordered sold to pay debts, page 2. June 7, 1814, report of sale filed, page 3. June 10, 1814, estate distributed to Mary Ann, wife of Levi Mead, a sister of deceased; Jemima, wife of James Palmer, a sister of deceased; and Sally, wife of John Chapman, page 3.
Ferris, Ebenezer, late of Greenwich, July 27, 1813, letters of administration on his estate granted to David Wood, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 234.
Ferris, Ethan, late of Greenwich, Jan. 13, 1834, account filed by his administrator, and allowance to his widow, page 22.
Ferris, Ethan, late of Greenwich, Jan. 14, 1833, his widow [Charlotte Peck] refused to qualify, and letters of administration on his estate granted to Asahel Palmer, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 467. Inventory taken Jan. 18, 1833, by Frederick Lockwood and Henry Ritch, and filed June 24, 1833, page 467.
Ferris, James, Jr., late of Greenwich, Dec. 5, 1815, estate ordered distributed to his children Mary, wife of Israel Mead, Nathaniel Ferris, Jr., Hannah, widow of Nathaniel Rundle, Amy, wife of Edward Mead, Betsey, wife of Abraham Merrill, Deborah, wife of Abraham Conn, and Lemuel Ferris, page 425. Jan. 10, 1816, estate distributed accordingly, page 425.
Ferris, James, late of Greenwich, will dated Feb. 25, 1807, probated Sept. 1, 1812, mentioned his wife Mary [Mary Lockwood], and children Mary Palmer [Mary Ferris, wife of Jeremiah Palmer], Sarah Lockwood [Sarah Ferris, wife of Messenger Lockwood], James, deceased, Hannah Palmer, deceased [Hannah Ferris, wife of John Wood Palmer], Asa, Abel, and Shadrach; granddaughters Sybil W. Palmer and Hetty Palmer, daughters of John Wood Palmer, deceased. Executors sons Asa, Abel and Shadrach. Witnesses Enos Knapp, Enos Lockwood, and Elias Peck, Jr., page 23. Sept. 1, 1812, order to advertise for claims, page 25. Inventory taken by Alexander Hendrie and Stephen Ferris, Jr., and filed Oct. 1812, page 26.
Ferris, Jeduthan, late of Greenwich, will dated Aug. 24, 1807, probated July 14, 1809, mentioned his children John, Jeduthan, Ethan, Phebe [wife of Samuel Ferris], Ann Stiles [Ann Ferris, wife of Benjamin Stites], Eliphalet, Joseph, Andrew, Mary Peck [Mary Ferris, wife of Solomon Peck], and the children of a deceased daughter Deborah. Executor son Ethan. Witnesses Sarah Fitch, and Elizabeth Fitch, page 20. July 14, 1809, order to advertise for claims, page 21. Inventory taken July 16, 1809, by Joshua Ferris and William Skidmore, and filed July 29, 1809, page 22.
Ferris, Jeduthan, late of Greenwich, will dated Mar. 25, 1831, probated Apr. 25, 1831, mentioned his wife Mary Lockwood, and children Isaac, Joseph, and Mary. Executors his son Isaac and Samuel Ferris, Jr. Witnesses Ethan Ferris, Peter Ferris, and Jabex Mead, page 298. Apr. 25, 1831, order to advertise for claims, page 299. Inventory taken June 13, 1831, by Asahel Palmer and Peter Ferris, and filed June 13, 1831, page 299.
Ferris, Jeremiah, late of Greenwich, Dec. 5, 1805, estate distributed to his widow Nancy Ferris [Nancy Ann Knapp], and children Joseph, Jr., Abigail, Sarah, Ruth, Charles, and Betsey, page 135.
Ferris, Jonathan, late of Greenwich, will dated June 22, 1842, probated May 11, 1846, mentioned his wife, [Elizabeth Waring], and children James, Samuel, Hannah, Ann, and Susan. Executor Peter Ferris of Greenwich. Witnesses Peter Ferris, Augustus R. Newman, and Solomon Peck, Jr., page 122. May 11, 1846, order to advertise for claims, page 123. Inventory taken June 17, 1846, by Henry Ritch and Lot Palmer and filed June 18, 1846, page 191. Dec. 19, 1846, account ordered filed, page 217.
Ferris, Lemuel, late of Greenwich, Apr. 2, 1831, estate ordered distributed, page 273. Apr. 1831, estate distributed to his widow, _____, and children Susan, Esther, Julia Jane Ann, and Sarah, page 333.
Ferris, Lemuel, late of Greenwich, will dated May 1, 1825, probated June 25, 1825, mentioned his wife Susan, and children Susan, Sarah, Jane, Ann, Juliet, Esther, Alexander, Jabez, Lemuel, Sabrina Bunnell, and John. Executors daughter Susan, and either of sons Alexander, Jabez, or Lemuel. Witnesses Walter Swan, James Swan, and Samuel Webb, page 338. June 25, 1825, letters to Susan and Lemuel, who were ordered to advertise for claims, page 339. Inventory taken Aug. 15, 1825, by Isaac Holly and Benjamin Page, and filed Aug. 15, 1825, page 340.
Ferris, Lemuel, late of Greenwich, will probated June 25, 1825, and on Oct. 23, 1847, his estate was ordered distributed to his children Alexander, now deceased, Jabez, and Lemuel, page 363. Nov. 16, 1847, estate distributed accordingly, page 363.
Ferris, Mary [Mary Johnson, widow of Joshua Ferris, Thomas Peck and Nathaniel Ferris], late of Greenwich, Sept. 9, 1833, letters of administration on her estate granted to her son Joshua Ferris of Greenwich, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 242.
Ferris, Mary L. [Mary Lockwood Ferris, daughter of Stephen Ferris & Sarah Lockwood and widow of Jeduthan Ferris, Jr.], late of Greenwich, will dated Apr. 25, 1842, probated May 28, 1842, all to her grandchildren, the heirs of William H. and Mary Keeler, viz: Phebe Ann Keeler, Josephine Keeler, and Mariana Keeler, and all the children that said William H. and Mary Keeler may hereafter have. Witnesses Chauncey Ayres, Hannah Brown, and Hannah Scofield, page 79. May 28, 1842, order to advertise for claims, page 80. July 18, 1842, inventory taken by Peter Ferris and Chauncey Smith, and filed Mar. 4, 1843, page 215.
Ferris, Nathaniel, late of Greenwich, Oct. 18, 1823, letters of administration on his estate granted to Gideon Ferris, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 321. Inventory taken Dec. 13, 1823, by Enos Lockwood and Alexander Hendrie, and filed Dec. 13, 1823, page 321. Mar. 9, 1824, estate ordered distributed to his widow, Mary Ferris [Mary Johnson], and children John, George, Gideon, Ann, wife of Andrew Ferris, Elizabeth, wife of David Kimberly, and Esther, wife of Samuel Ferris, page 342. Apr. 20, 1824, estate distributed accordingly, page 342.
Ferris, Nathaniel, late of Greenwich, will dated Oct. 10, 1807 probated Oct. 3, 1809, mentioned his children Ebenezer, Oliver, Sarah, Mary Ann, wife of Levi Mead, of North Castle, NY, and Jemima, wife of James Palmer, of Greenwich. Executor his son Benjamin. Witnesses Nathaniel Ingersoll, Tompkins Close, and Benjamin Reynolds, page 270. Inventory taken Nov. 2, 1809, by David Wood, Jr. and Jonathan Finch, and filed Dec. 5, 1809, page 416. Oct. 3, 1809, order to advertise for claims, page 271. Ap. 24, 1813, estate distributed to Ebenezer Ferris, Mary Ann Mead, Jemima Palmer, and Sally, wife of John Chapman, being the representatives of Oliver Ferris, deceased, page 272.
Ferris, Nathaniel, sometimes called Jr., late of Greenwich, Apr. 19, 1824, letters of administration on his estate granted to Jonathan Finch and Charles Smith for Greenwich, who were ordered to advertise for claims, pages 22 and 31. Inventory taken Apr. 21, 1824, by David Wood, Jared Smith, and Charles Smith, and filed July 1, 1824, page 31. May 1, 1824, dower of his widow, Permelia Ferris [Permelia Smith], set out, page 32. Oct. 20, 1824, necessaries allowed his widow, page 33. Dec. 22, 1824, account filed, and real estate ordered sold to pay debts, page 45. Jan. 1, 1825, real estate ordered sold to Arza Marshall, and report of sale filed, page 45. Mar. 11, 1825, his widow, Permelia Ferris, appointed guardian of Harry, Lydia Ann, Rebecca, and Lockwood, children of decedent [and 2nd wife Permelia Smith], page 58. Mar. 11, 1825, estate ordered distributed to James Riley, Marilda Mead, Catherine, Clara, Nathaniel, William, Edwin or Edmond, Harry, Lydia Ann, Rebecca, and Lockwood, children of decedent, page 64. Mar. 23, 1825, estate distributed accordingly, page 64.
Ferris, Oliver, late of Greenwich, Feb. 10, 1813, letters of administration on his estate granted to David Wood, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 42. Nov. 13, 1813, account filed, and real estate ordered sold to pay debts, page 42. Dec. 15, 1813, estate distributed to the legal representatives of [brother] Ebenezer Ferris, viz: Mary Ann, wife of Levi Mead, Jemima, wife of James Palmer, and Sally, wife of John Chapman, page 42.
Ferris, Oliver, late of Greenwich, inventory taken Apr. 24, 1813, by Jared Smith and David Brundage, and filed May 4, 1813, by the administrator, page 415.
Ferris, Permelia [Permelia Smith, widow of Jared Sherwood and Nathaniel Ferris, Jr.], of Greenwich, guardian of Lockwood Ferris of Greenwich, Oct. 17, 1832, petition for leave to sell the real estate of said minor in Stamford, and sale ordered, pages 439 and 440. Feb. 8, 1833, real estate sold to Stephen B. Provost and Ebenezer Smith, both of Stamford, guardian is the mother of minors, and report of sale filed, Apr. 11, 1833, page 510.
Ferris, Samuel, Jr., late of Greenwich, will dated May 14, 1842, probated June 13, 1842, mentioned his wife Esther [Esther Ferris, daughter of Nathaniel Ferris & Mary Johnson], and children Caroline, Susan, Henrietta, Ann, Sarah, Mary, Hannah, Stephen R., Nathaniel H., and Samuel H. Executrix his wife. Witnesses Joshua B. Ferris, Beal B. Lockwood, and Josephus Peck, page 137. June 13, 1842, order to advertise for claims, page 138. July 27, 1842, inventory taken by Charles Hendrie and Beal B. Lockwood, and filed Aug. 20, 1842, page 160. Jan. 13, 1842, Nathaniel H., about 18 years of age, Samuel H., about 14 years of age, and Mary W., children of decedent, made choice of their mother Esther Ferris to be their guardian, who was also appointed guardian of Hannah H., another child of decedent, page 140.
Ferris, Solomon, late of Greenwich, (Stanwich), Feb. 28, 1820, letters of administration on his estate granted to Ira Lockwood, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 68. Inventory taken Mar. 1, 1820, by Jared Smith and Jonathan Finch, and filed Apr. 1, 1820, page 68. Apr. 3, 1820, Jared Smith, James Smith, and Seth Lyon, all of Greenwich, were appointed to set off widowís dower, page 68. Apr. 13, 1820, dower set off to Lavina Ferris [Levina Johnson], widow of deceased, page 68. Jan. 8, 1821, estate ordered distributed to his children Solomon, Andrew, Joseph, Lewis, Benjamin, Deborah, Ann, Levina, Ruth, Clarry, and Amy, page 154. May 7, 1821, estate distributed accordingly, subject to the widowís right of dower, page 154.
Ferris, Stephen, late of Greenwich, June 28, 1824, letters of administration on his estate granted to [his nephew] Jeduthan Ferris [Jr.], who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 49. Inventory taken July 6, 1824, by Enos Lockwood and Ashbel Palmer, and filed Aug. 28, 1824, page 49.
Ferris, Sylvanus, of Stamford, over 14 years of age, Sept. 4, 1835, made choice of Royal L. Gay to be his guardian, page 110.
Field, Aaron, late of Greenwich, will dated 10th day of 5th month, 1838, probated Apr. 22, 1833, mentioned his wife Jane, and children Sarah E. Field, Ann Field, Eliza Field, and Hannah Field. Executors his sons Charles and Richard. Witnesses James Field, Edmund Field, and William C. Field, page 296. Apr. 22, 1844, letters to Richard Field, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 296. Inventory taken by Edmund Field and William C. Field, and filed Apr. 29, 1844, page 299.
Field, Hannah, late of Greenwich, will dated Nov. 20, 1845, probated Jan. 26, 1846, mentioned Hannah Field, a daugher of my brother Aaron Field, deceased, Hannah F. Griffin, a daughter of my sister Mary Griffin, Hannah L. Field, a daughter of Edmund Field, Hannah Field, a daughter of Thomas C. Field, Elias Hicks Field, and James Field, Jr., sons of James Field, Aaron Quimby, a son of Moses J. Quimby, deceased, and Anner F. Havaland. Executors my brother James Field, and his son William C. Field. Witnesses Abel Smith, Daniel E. Tripp, and Jasper N. Carpenter, page 111. Jan. 26, 1846, order to advertise for claims, page 112. Inventory taken Jan. 24, 1846, by Richard P. Carpenter and Edmund Field, and filed Jan. 27, 1846, page 132. June 14, 1847, account ordered filed, page 307.
Field, Mary, late of Greenwich, widow of Uriah Field, will dated 9th day, 12th month, 1826, probated Apr. 29, 1831, mentioned her children James Field, Abigail Mott, Elizabeth Carpenter, Hannah Field, Sarah Griffen, Mary Griffen, and Anna F. Haviland; granddaughters Mary Mathews, a daughter of Robert Field, Maria M. Field, a daughter of Josiah Field, Mary Haviland, a daughter of John Haviland, Mary Field, a daughter of James Field, Sarah Field, a daughter of Aaron Field, Esther Quimby, a daughter of Josiah Field,and Mary Quimby, a daughter of Daniel Quimby, grandchildren the children of Maryh, wife of Danield Griffen, viz: Hannah, Hanah, david, and Daniel; the children of her daughter Anna F., wife of John Haviland, viz. Mary, Jane, James, Maria, and Elizabeth; and the sons of Rebecca. Executors sons Robert Field, and James Field. Witnesses Daniel Mathews, Uriah Field, and Thomas C. Field, page 256. Apr. 29, 1831, Robert Field refused to qualify, and letters granted to James Field, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 257. Inventory taken Apr. 4, 1831, by Thomas Carpenter and Daniel Mathews, and filed Apr. 29, 1831, page 258.
Field, Robert, late of North Castle, Westchester County, NY, will dated 30th day, 8th month, 1834, probated July 2, 1838, mentioned his children Fanny, Henry C., Gulydina, Elizabeth C., Mary Mathews, Abigaill Griffin, Uriah, Jacob W., and Willet, grandsons Robert Mathews, Charles Robert Field, and Robert Field. Executors sons Uriah and Henry C. Witnesses Edmund Field, Hannah Field, and James Field, page 495. July 2, 1838, order to advertise for claims, page 496. Inventory taken July 2, 1838, by Thomas Carpenter and Richard B. Carpenter, and filed July 2, 1838, page 497.
Field, Uriah, late of Greenwich, will dated 19th day, 5th month, 1812, probated Dec. 5, 1814, mentioned his wife, Mary, father Robert Field, children Abigail, wife of Richard Mott, Elizabeth, wife of John Carpenter, Sarah, wife of John J. Griffin, Mary, wife of Daniel Griffin, Anne, wife of John Haviland, Hannah Field, Aaron, Josiah, Robert, James; grandsons Uriah Carpenter, Uriah Field, a son of Robert Field, and Charles Field. Executors sons Robert and James. Witnesses Daniel Mathews, Gilbert Sherwood, and Oliver Mathews, page 511. Dec. 5, 1814, order to advertise for claims, page 512. Inventory taken 12th month, 15th day, 1814, by Daniel Mathews and Thomas Carpenter, and filed Jan. 7, 1815, page 513.
Finch, Abigail [Abigail Waring, widow of Isaac Smith and Nathaniel Finch, late of Greenwich, will date Dec. 28, 1840, probated Sept. 9, 1842, mentioned her daughter Elizabeth Anderson, widow of James P. Anderson, son Edwin Smith, daughter Parmelia Ferris, widow of Nathaniel Ferris; granddaughter Lucinda Palmer, a daughter of my daughter Ruth Palmer, daughter Polly, wife of Sylvanus Marshall of Stamford, and granddaughter Amanda Anderson. Executor Samuel Close of Greenwich. Witnesses John S. Hustis, D. Jerome Sands, and James Peck, page 169. Probate contested, page 169. Sept. 17, 1842, order to advertise for claims, page 171. Appeal taken from probate by Sylvanus Marshall and Polly Marshall, his wife, a daughter of testatrix, pages 171 and 215. Feb. 13, 1843, Samuel Close of Greenwich, executor, resigned, and Arza Marshall of Stamford appointed in his place, page 275. Feb. 9, 1844, inventory filed, page 275.
Finch, Christina [Christina Rundle, widow of Shubel Brush], late of Greenwich, will dated Nov. 7, 1831, probated May 3, 1845, mentioned her children Edward Brush, Anna, wife of John Hobby, Mary, wife of Asa Hobby, Christina, wife of Daniel Banks, and Elizabeth, wife of David Dayton, Jr. Executor Daniel Banks of Greenwich. Witnesses David Banks, Jr., Hanford Briggs, and Samuel Close, page 14 1/2. May 3, 1845, the executor refused to qualify, and letters granted to Conklin Husted of Greenwich, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 15. Inventory taken by Alfred Rundle and Gilbert Close, and filed May 23, 1845, page 16. Dec. 22, 1845, account ordered filed, page 17.
Finch, Jonathan, farmer, late of Greenwich, will dated July 3, 1832, probated May 9, 1836, mentioned his 2nd wife Rhoda and son Reuben. Executors brother-in-law Edmond Mead, and grandson Amos Finch, both of Greenwich. Witnesses Jeremiah Slater, Elizabeth Newman, and Ard Reynolds, page 192. May 9, 1836, order to advertise for claims, page 194. Inventory taken May 16, 1836, by Benjamin Brush, Jr., and Joseph Ingersoll, and filed May 30, 1836, page 194. Mar. 14, 1837, account filed, and allowance to his widow, page 204.
Finch, Nathaniel, late of Greenwich, will dated Dec. 18, 1815, probated May 6, 1823, mentioned his wife Anna [Anna Hibbard], and children Jabed and Sophia. Executor his son Jabed. Witnesses Sarah Morrell, Reuman Walker, and Timothy Walker, page 302. May 6, 1823, order to advertise for claims, page 303. Inventory taken June 17, 1823, by Caleb Husted and Lucknor Mead, and filed July 3, 1823, page 303.
Finch, Nathaniel, late of Greenwich, will dated July 9, 1829, probated Aug. 11, 1829, all to his wife Abigail [Abigail Waring]. Executors his wife and James Green. Witnesses James P. Anderson, Elizabeth Anderson, and Ann Wilson, page 139. Aug. 11, 1829, order to advertise for claims, page 140. Inventory taken Aug. 19, 1829, by Platt Mead and Joseph Green, and filed Aug. 20, 1829, page 140.
Finch, Reuben, late of Stanwich in Greenwich, will dated Apr. 7, 1837, probated June 13, 1839, mentioned his wife Abigail, and children, no names. Executors his wife and son Amos. Witnesses Hugh Mackay, Caroline Knapp, and George Knapp, page 83. June 13, 1839, order to advertise for claims, page 84. Inventory taken by Benjamin Brush, Jr., and Alfred Rundle, and filed Aug. 1, 1839, page 85.
Finch, William, of Greenwich, July 20, 1842, general assignment for the benefit of creditors to Ard Reynolds of Greenwich, page 151. Inventory taken by Alfred Rundle and Major Brown, Jr., and filed Aug. 13, 1842, page 153. Aug. 13, 1842, commissioners appointed to adjust claims of creditors, page 156.
Flanagan, Daniel, late of Greenwich, Aug. 7, 1816, letters of administration on his estate granted to James Green, Jr., who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 246. Inventory taken Sept. 2, 1816, by Joseph Green and Platt Mead, and filed Oct. 1, 1816, page 252. Oct. 1, 1816, order to advertise for claims, page 262. Oct. 5, 1816, commissioners appointed to adjust claims of creditors, page 262. June 6, 1817, report of commissioners filed, pager 351. Oct. 1, 1816, all his estate ordered sold to pay debts, page 350.
Fletinbourgh, ____, a minor of Greenwich, about 15 years of age, and a son of the wife of James Prendergest, Sept. 3, 1816, the court appointed said James Predergest his guardian, page 247.
Ford, Eliakim, late of Greenwich, will dated July 12, 1837, probated June 2, 1841, mentioned his wife Hannah, and children Cornelius, Sarah, Letitia Hendrie, Benjamin, and Lucy Quintard. Executors daughter Sarah and son-in-law Alexander Hendrie. Witnesses S.B. Provost, Smith Scott, and Charles Hawley, page 135. June 2, 1841, letters to Sarah Ford, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 136.
Fowler, David H., of Newburgh, NY, Oct. 29, 1829, his guardian Hezekiah Hobby discharged, and David Fowler of said Newburgh appointed in his place, page 149.
Fowler, David, June 18, 1828, the court appointed Hezekiah Hobby of Greenwich guardian of David N. Fowler of Newburgh, NY, a son of said David Fowler, about 5 years of age, having property in Greenwich, page 295.
George, Prince, late of Greenwich, Apr. 18, 1814, letters of administration on his estate granted to Justus L. Bush, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 464.
Green, Anthony, late of Greenwich, colored, Aug. 22, 1836, letters of administration on his estate granted to James Wilson of Greenwich, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 204. Inventory taken Sept. 6, 1836, by John S. Heustis and Platt Mead, and filed Nov. 4, 1836, page 205.
Green, Benjamin, late of Greenwich, will dated Apr. 9, 1840, probated Aug. 17, 1840, mentioned his wife Eunice, and children [of his 1st wife Deborah Lawrence] Thomas, Dewitt C., Deborah L., Abram L., Benjamin, Jr., George W., William H., and Charles E., brother Thomas Green, deceased. Executors his wife and son Abram L. Witnesses Mary Green, Jotham Merritt, and Samuel Close, page 471. Aug. 17, 1840, order to advertise for claims, page 473. Inventory taken Aug. 20, 1840, by James Willson and Nathan S. Mead, and filed Aug. 31, 1840, page 473. Nov. 1, 1841, Charles E. and Thomas, children of decedent, over 14 years of age, made choice of their brother Abraham L. Green to be their guardian, who was also appointed guardian of Dewitt C. and Deborah L., other children of decedent, page 465. Aug. 31, 1840, Benjamin, a son of decedent, about 20 years of age, made choice of James Willson of Greenwich to be his guardian, page 423. Aug. 31, 1840, James Willson, guardian of Benjamin, a son of decedent, asked for leave to sell the real estate of said minor in Greenwich and sale ordered , page 463. Real estate sold to Abram L. Green, and report of sale filed Nov. 16, 1840, page 463.
Green, Charles, Jr., late of North Castle, will dated Mar. 7, 1808, probated Mar. 18, 1814, mentioned his wife of Thankful, and children Reuben, Elizabeth, Abraham, Nathan, and Elisha. Executors Joshua Knapp and John Ferris, Jr. Witnesses Solomon Haviland, John Ferris, and Ferris Lyon, page 299. Inventory taken Mar. 1814, by Silas Sutherland and Benjamin Knapp, and filed Mar. 18, 1814, page 300.
Green, James, late of Greenwich, will dated June 28, 1841, probated July 20, 1842, mentioned Charity W., wife of Josiah Purdy, of Rye, Josiah Purdy, Jr., and his sister Mary W. Purdy, children of said Josiah Purdy, nephews James Wilson, John Benjamin Wilson, and Samuel Wilson, nieces Ann Heustis, Polly Haight, Nancy, sister of said Polly, Sally Finny, and nephew Thomas Wilson, all children of my sister Sally Wilson; Jeremiah Green, Nancy, Patty, Elizabeth, Susan, and Mary, children of my deceased brother Reuben Green; Samuel Dann, William Tenby and William Van Benthuysen; Polly, Rebecca, Cynthia, and Nancy, children of my deceased brother, Joseph Green. Executors James Wilson, Josiah Purdy, and John Benjamin Wilson. Witnesses Mary S. Hawley, Charles A. Hawley, and Charles Hawley, page 147. Codicil dated June 17, 1842, revoked legacy to Nancy, wife of James Merritt described in said will as one of the children of my brother Reuben Green, who by mistake was described therein as my deceased brother, page 148. July 20, 1842, letters to James Wilson and John B. Wilson, who were ordered to advertise for claims, page 149. Inventory taken July 21, 1842, by Nathan S. Mead and Jotham Merritt, and filed Aug. 13, 1842, pages 149 and 155. July 20, 1843, time for final settlement extended, page 351.
Green, James, late of Greenwich, will dated Mar. 10, 1813, probated Jan. 30, 1828, mentioned his [2nd] wife Susannah [Susannah Marvin], and children [by his first wife Martha] James, Thomas, Reuben, Joseph, Benjamin, Sarah Wilson, and Nancy Husted [wife of Drake Husted]. Executors sons Benjamin and Joseph. Witnesses Nancy Seaman, James Banks, Jr., and Obadiah Banks, page 281. Jan. 30, 1828, order to advertise for claims, page 282. Inventory taken Feb. 1, 1828, by David Brown and Platt Mead, and filed Mar. 1, 1828, page 282.
Green, John, Captain, late of Greenwich, Feb. 20, 1816, letters of administration on his estate granted to Thomas Green, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 151. Inventory taken Mar. 24, 1816, by Platt Mead and Joseph Green, and filed Apr. 15, 1816, page 336.
Green, Joseph, late of Greenwich, will dated Sept. 14, 1835, probated Jan. 23, 1836, mentioned his wife Elizabeth [Elizabeth Merritt], and children Mary, widow of Joseph Taylor, Jr., Sarah, wife of James Willson, Cynthia Green, Rebecca Green, and Nancy Green. Executors his wife and Isaac Peck, Jr. Witnesses Eliza Close, Sarah A. Lyon, and Samuel Close, page 228. Jan. 23, 1836, order to advertise for claims, page 229. Inventory taken Jan. 26, 1836, by Platt Mead and Daniel Sherwood, and copied on page 230.
Green, Reuben, late of Greenwich, will dated Jan. 27, 1847, probated Mar. 26, 1847, mentioned his wife Gloanar, and children Nancy Merritt, Elizabeth Green, Susan Green, Thomas Green, James Green, and Reuben Green, grandsons Sniffin Merritt, a son of Nancy Merritt, and James Henry, a son of James Green. Executor James Willson of Greenwich. Witnesses Jonathan S. Heustis, Charles Willson, and Nathaniel Willson, page 285. Mar. 26, 1847, order to advertise for claims, page 286. Inventory taken by John B. Wilson and Nathan S. Mead, and filed May 17, 1847, page 287. Nov. 11, 1847, real estate ordered sold, page 361. Mar. 17, 1848, account ordered filed, page 394.
Green, Susannah [Susannah Marvin, widow of James Lyon and James Green], late of Greenwich, Jan. 30, 1836, letters of administration on her estate granted to her son-in-law Daniel Merritt of Greenwich [husband of her daughter Sally Lyon], page 233.
Green, Thomas, late of Greenwich, will dated June 1, 1833, probated Aug. 23, 1834, mentioned his wife Mary [Mary Green, daughter of John Green and Mary Miller], nephew James Wilson and Sarah, his wife of Greenwich, John Green, late of Greenwich, the father of his wife, and she was an only child, brother Reuben Green; Samuel and John B., sons of Jotham Wilson, deceased; brothers Benjamin Green and Joseph Green; bequest for the use of Delia Palmer, her grandchild Hester Purdy, or William Purdy; Nancy Wilson, Thomas Wilson, Polly Wilson, Ann, wife of Caleb Husted, and Sarah Wilson, children of Jotham Wilson; Mary Taylor [Mary Green, wife of Joseph Taylor], Cynthia Green, Rebecca Green, and Nancy Green, daughters of his brother Joseph Green; Sally, wife of James Wilson, Jeremiah, Thomas, and Nancy, wife of James Merritt, children of his brother Reuben Green; sister Nancy, wife of Peter Husted, and Sally, widow of Jotham Wilson. Executors his wife, nephew James Wilson, William Bush of Rye, and Isaac Peck, 3rd, of Round Hill. Witnesses Joseph Stedwell of Rye, Jotham Merritt of Greenwich, and J.W. Tompkins of White Plains, page 65. Apr. 23, 1834, letters to Mary Green and James Wilson, who were ordered to advertise for claims, page 69. Sept. 1, 1834, William Bush refused to qualify, and letters to Isaac Peck, 3rd, page 70. Inventory taken Sept. 2, 1834, by Platt Mead and James Field, and filed Oct. 20, 1834, page 70. Sept. 7, 1835, account filed, no issue, and distribution ordered to his widow, Mary Green, and his brothers and sisters, viz: James, Joseph, Reuben, Benjamin, Sally Wilson of Greenwich, and Nancy, wife of Peter Husted of New York City, page 156. Appeal taken by James Green, page 157. May 4, 1836, estate settled, and receipts from all the heirs at law above named, page 158.
Griffen, Hannah, late of Greenwich, will dated 30th day, 6th month, 1846, probated Aug. 24, 1846, mentioned her daughter Sarah G., wife of William M. Cromwell, and son Daniel M. Griffen, and daughter Esther G. Schureman; granddaughter Mary Jane Cromwell, and grandson John D. Griffen. Executors son Daniel M. Griffen, and son-in-law Joseph Schureman. Witnesses Benjamin F. Burling, and Hannah Burling, page 203. Aug. 24, 1846, order to advertise for claims, page 204. Inventory taken by John Sands and Edmund Field, and filed Aug. 24, 1846, page 204. July 6, 1847, account ordered filed, page 312.
Griffin, Charles, a minor of Greenwich, about 16 years of age, Nov. 2, 1813, made choice of Simeon H. Minor to be his guardian, page 507.
Grigg, Alexander, late of Greenwich, Feb. 15, 1806, bond of Richard Mead of Greenwich, guardian of John Grigg, about 15 years of age, and Walter Grigg, about 10 years of age, children of decedent. June 7, 1813, bond of Caleb Husted of Greenwich, guardian of David A. Grigg, about 16 years of age, a son of decedent.
Grigg, Alexander, late of Greenwich, Jan. 21, 1822, on the application of Caleb Husted in right of his wife Mary, one of the children of deceased, estate ordered distributed to Betsey Grigg, Ann, wife of Edmond Brown of the City of New York, John Grigg of the West Indies, Letty, wife of William Blair of Scotland, Mary Husted, and Walter Grigg, children of decedent, page 216. Mar. 22, 1822, estate distributed accordingly, page 217.
Grigg, David, late of Greenwich, Apr. 27, 1805, account filed, and real estate ordered sold to pay debts.
Grigg, Elizabeth [unmarried daughter of Alexander Grigg and Betsey Bush], late of Greenwich, will dated July 3, 1844, probated July 25, 1844, mentioned Aaron, a son of Caleb Husted [and Elizabethís sister Mary Grigg], Mary Jane, a daughter of said Caleb Husted, Cynthia E., wife of Sanford Mead, and Mary, wife of said Caleb Husted. Executor Sanford Mead. Witnesses Samuel Close, John R. Grigg, and Julia Ann Horton, page 397. July 25, 1844, order to advertise for claims, page 397.
Grigg, Elizabeth, late of Greenwich, Aug. 4, 1847, letters of administration on her estate granted to John R. Grigg of Greenwich, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 325. Inventory taken by Augustus Mead and Nelson Bush, and filed Oct. 2, 1847, page 348. Mar. 16, 1848, account ordered filed, page 394.
Grigg, Elizabeth, late of Greenwich, inventory taken by John Henderson and Zaccheus Mead, Jr., and filed Sept. 16, 1844, page 17. Jan. 21, 1844, executor ordered to file his account, page 18.
Grigg, Henry, late of Greenwich, Sept. 7, 1846, letters of administration on his estate granted to Ebenezer W. Kingsley of Summerstown, Westchester County, NY, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 261. Inventory taken by Augustus Mead and Nelson Bush, and filed Sept. 30, 1846, page 261. Mar. 27, 1847, account ordered filed, page 262.
Grigg, John, late of the West India Islands, formerly of Greenwich, July 14, 1847, letters of administration on his estate granted to Sanford Mead of Greenwich, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 312. Inventory taken by Jonas Howe and Zaccheus Mead, and filed Sept. 10, 1847, page 320. Mar. 20, 1848, account ordered filed, page 396. Mar. 31, 1848, real estate ordered sold to pay debts, page 446. Real estate sold to Zaccheus Mead of Greenwich and report of sale filed June 13, 1848, page 446. Apr. 6, 1848, estate ordered distributed to his brother and sister, viz: Mary, wife of Caleb Husted, and the heirs of Ann Brown, deceased, page 406. Apr. 14, 1848, estate distributed accordingly, page 406.
Grigg, Walter, late of Greenwich, Apr. 22, 1814, additional inventory filed, page 8. Mar. 14, 1814, estate ordered distributed to his brothers and sisters, viz: John, Henry, and Ann Lockwood, page 8. May 2, 1814, estate distributed to his brothers James, John, to the heirs of Alexander, Henry, and sister Ann Lockwood, page 9.
Grigg, Walter, late of Greenwich, Feb. 2, 1813, letters of administration on his estate granted to Ebenezer Mead, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 434. Inventory taken Mar. 11, 1813, by Richard Mead and Samuel Bush, and filed Apr. 6, 1813, page 435. Feb. 1, 1814, account filed, and real estate ordered sold to pay debts, page 435.
Grigg, William C., of Greenwich, about 19 years of age, Mar. 25, 1848, made choice of Thomas A. Mead to be his guardian, page 453. Mar. 25, 1848, petition for leave to sell the real estate of said minor in Greenwich and sale ordered, pages 453 and 454.
Haggerty, John, late of Greenwich, Aug. 3, 1818, letters of administration on his estate granted to James Green, Jr., who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 550. Inventory taken Aug. 8, 1818, by Platt Mead and Samuel Brown, and filed Aug. 10, 1818, and all his property ordered sold to pay debts, page 550. Aug. 17, 1818, sale made, page 551. Aug. 10, 1818, commissioners appointed to adjust claims of creditors, page 550. Feb. 3, 1819, report of commissioners filed, page 548.
Haight, Daniel, of Greenwich, Dec. 5, 1825, Eunice Haight, over 12 years of age, his minor daughter, made choice of said Daniel Haight to be her guardian, who was also appointed guardian, who was also appointed guardian of Sarah, Nehemiah W., Phebe, and Epenetus, his other minor children, page 103.
Hall, David, late of Greenwich, Feb. 26, 1839, letters of administration on his estate granted to his son George Hall of New York City, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 411. Inventory taken Apr. 27, 1839, by John Sands and Daniel M. Griffin, and filed May 5, 1839, page 412.
Halleck, George, late of Greenwich, will dated Aug. 20, 1803, probated Jan. 18, 1812, all to his wife Amy H., for life, remainder to her daughter Amy Wollis. Executrix his wife. Witnesses Elijah Reynolds, Hobby Reynolds, and Peter A. Burtus, page 296. Inventory taken Feb. 2, 1812, by John Adams, Jr., and Jabez Mead, and filed Feb. 3, 1812, page 423. Feb. 14, 1812, order to advertise for claims, and on Mar. 3, 1812, commissioners appointed to adjust claims of creditors, page 424. Oct. 6, 1812, report of commissioners filed, page 465. Feb. 15, 1813, and Feb. 14, 1814, accounts filed, and creditors ordered paid, pages 403 and 430. Nov. 13, 1812, dower of his widow Anna Halleck, set out, page 430.
Halligan, John, late of Greenwich, Apr. 28, 1848, letters of administration on his estate granted to Augustus Mead of Greenwich, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 414. Inventory taken by Zaccheus Mead and Joseph F. Russell, and filed Aug. 14, 1848, page 458. Aug. 15, 1848, necessaries set off to his widow, and personal property ordered sold, pages 458 and 459. Oct. 21, 1848, commissioners appointed to adjust claims of creditors, pages 476 and 477.
Henderson, Hugh, late of Greenwich, will dated June 22, 1834, probated July 14, 1834, all to his daughter Sally, wife of William Funston. Executor Thomas A. Mead. Witnesses Samuel Close, Jacob Weed, and Odle Close, page 178. July 14, 1834, order to advertise for claims, page 179. Inventory taken by Alvan Mead and I.S. Weed, and filed Jan. 31, 1835, page 179.
Hendrie, Hannah [Hannah Lockwood], widow [of William Hendrie], late of Greenwich, Sept. 4, 1837, letters of administration on her estate granted to Royal L. Gay of Stamford, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 259. Oct. 4, 1837, inventory taken by Charles Knapp and David Lockwood, and filed Oct. 19, 1837, page 283.
Hendrie, William, late of Greenwich, will dated May 21, 1804, probated Nov. 26, 1804, mentioned his wife Hannah [Hannah Lockwood], and children Mary, wife of Phinehas Lockwood, Jane, wife of Edward Reed, Anne Hendrie, Alexander and Charles. Executrix his wife. Witnesses Samuel Sturges, Thomas Bayeux, and Ebenezer Davenport, page 344. Inventory taken Dec. 4, 1804, by Silvanus Knapp and Enos Lockwood, and filed Dec. 1805, page 346. Dec. 10, 1808, estate ordered distributed to his widow and to his children Alexander and Charles, page 349. Dec. 29, 1808, estate distributed accordingly, page 349.
Heusted, Isaac, late of Greenwich, Sept. 6, 1818, letters of administration on his estate granted to Samuel Heusted, page 380. Inventory taken Oct. 6, 1817, by Alexander Hendrie and Enos Lockwood, and filed Jan. 6, 1818, page 447. Jan. 6, 1818, account filed, and real estate ordered sold to pay debts, page 447.
Heusted, Sarah [Sarah Newman, widow of Benjamin Heusted], late of Greenwich, will dated Apr. 18, 1796, probated Jan. 3, 1815, mentioned her children Benjamin Heusted and Nathaniel Heusted; children of a daughter Rachel Delevan, deceased, late wife of John Delevan of Salem, Westchester County, NY; children of a daughter Sarah, wife of Titus Reynolds of said Salem; children of a daughter Deborah, wife of Nathaniel Reynolds of Greenwich; children of a daughter Martha, wife of James Brush of Greenwich; children of a daughter Mary Mead, deceased, late wife of Jonah Mead of Greenwich; and children of a daughter Azuba, wife of Stephen Palmer of Westchester County, NY. Executor David Wood. Witnesses William Seward, Sarah Mead, and Rebecca Ann Seward, page 89. Jan. 3, 1815, the executor being now deceased, letter with the will annexed granted to Ira Lockwood, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 91. Inventory taken Jan. 9, 1816, account filed, and Edward Brush appointed administrator de bonus non, page 89.
Hicks, Charles, of New York City, the parent and natural guardian of Henry R. Hicks of New York City, May 2, 1848, petition for leave to sell the real estate of said minor in Greenwich, and sale ordered pages 455 and 456. Real estate sold to Seth Miller of Stamford and report of sale filed July 12, 1848, page 457.
Hitchcock, Joseph, late of Greenwich, July 16, 1810, letters of administration on his estate granted to Samuel L. Hitchcock, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 267. Inventory taken Aug. 25, 1810, by Nehemiah Mead, Jr., and John Timpany, and filed Aug. 27, 1810, page 267.
Hitchcock, Rufus, a minor of Greenwich, about 18 years of age, Dec. 2, 1815, made choice of Elizabeth Hitchcock to be his guardian, page 74.
Hitchcock, Thomas, late of Greenwich, inventory taken Feb. 24, 1814, by Eliakim Lockwood and Justus L. Bush, and filed Feb. 26, 1814, page 315. Apr. 5, 1816, Cyrus Hitchcock, a son of decedent, about 19 years of age, made choice of John Hitchcock of New York City to be his guardian, page 186.
Hitchcock, Thomas, late of Greenwich, will dated Feb. 12, 1811, probated Jan. 22, 1814, mentioned his wife Hannah, and children John, William R., Mary Silkman, Sarah Raymond, Thyrza Ritch, Cyrus, Adaline, Louisa, and Thomas J. Executors his wife and son John. Witnesses Oliver Ferris, Justus L. Bush, and Esther R. Knapp, page 257.
Hobby, Abigail, late of Greenwich, Sept. 4, 1847, letters of administration on her estate granted to Augustus Mead of Greenwich, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 338. Inventory taken by Thomas A. Mead and Nelson Bush, and filed Sept. 24, 1847, page 345. May 24, 1848, account ordered filed, page 431.
Hobby, Abigail, widow of Jabez M. Hobby, of Greenwich, Feb. 17, 1846, the application of her grandson-in-law, Thomas M. Lyon of New York City for the appointment of a conservator for said alleged incompetent, page 84. Mar. 9, 1846, Samuel Close of Greenwich, appointed such conservator, page 85.
Hobby, Amos, late of Greenwich, Dec. 14, 1839, Beal B. Lockwood appointed guardian of Amos M., about 12 years of age, a son of decedent, page 78. July 30, 1842, Beal B. Lockwood resigned, and Jacob T. Weed appointed guardian in his place, page 158.
Hobby, Amos, late of Greenwich, May 4, 1836, his widow refused to qualify, and letters of administration on his estate granted to John Smith of Greenwich, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 163. Inventory taken May 6, 1836, by Alfred Rundle and Titus Mead, and filed May 31, 1836, page 163. Mar. 18, 1837, additional inventory filed, page 217.
Hobby, Amos, of Greenwich, Apr. 27, 1840, his guardian, Beal B. Lockwood, asked for leave to sell the real estate of said minors in Greenwich, subject to the dower of the widow of Amos Hobby, deceased, and sale ordered, page 425. Real estate sold to Isaac Holly, Jr., of Greenwich, and report of sale filed, page 425.
Hobby, Amy [Amy Knapp, widow of Benjamin Hobby], late of Greenwich, Feb. 15, 1819, her estate ordered distributed to Amy, wife of Andrew Mead, and Sally, wife of Amos Hobby, in accordance with her will, page 572.
Hobby, Amy, [Amy Knapp, widow of Benjamin Hobby] late of Greenwich, will dated June 21, 1804, probated July 6, 1813, mentioned her children [by her 1st husband Ebenezer Mead, Jr.] Ebenezer Mead and Enoch Mead; grandchildren, children of her daughter Hannah, wife of Elkanah Mead, viz: Hannah, wife of David Husted, Sally, wife of Benjamin Smith, and Amos Mead; her sons Benjamin Hobby and Squire Hobby; granddaughter Amy Mead, a daughter of said Ebenezer Mead; granddaughters Amy Hobby, a daughter of said Benjamin Hobby and Amy Hobby, a daughter of said Squire Hobby; her daughters Sally, wife of Amos Hobby, and Amy, wife of Andrew Mead. Executor her son-in-law, Andrew Mead. Witnesses Samuel M. Fitch and Jabez Fitch, page 265. July 6, 1813, order to advertise for claims, page 267. Inventory taken Aug. 3, 1813, by Jabez Fitch and Ebenezer Hobby, and filed aug. 3,1813, page 419.
Hobby, Benjamin, late of Greenwich, May 13, 1813, letters of administration on his estate granted to Maria Hobby, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 489. Inventory taken May 25, 1813, by Elkanah Mead and Isaac Peck, and filed June 1, 1813, page 421. Mar. 24, 1814, the court appointed Nehemiah Brown, Jr., of Rye, guardian of Philander, Nehemiah B., Benjamin, Amy, Samuel S., and Abby Jane, children of decedent, page 508. Mar. 24, 1814, and June 9, 1814, petition of Nehemiah Brown, Jr., guardian of the aforesaid minors for leave to sell their real estate, pages 304 and 489. June 18, 1814, date of report of sale, shows other persons interested to be Lydia Hobby [possibly Lydia Hoyt, wife of Ebenezer Hobby] and Maria Hobby page 489. July 7, 1814, account filed, and real estate ordered sold to pay debts, page 489. June 18, 1814, report of sale filed, page 489.
Hobby, Clemence [Clemence Hobby, daughter of Joseph Hobby & Sarah Knapp], late of Greenwich, widow of Thomas Hobby, will dated Jan. 13, 1821, probated Oct. 29, 1829, mentioned her children Jabez M. Hobby, Jr., Joseph Hobby, Walter Hobby, Caleb Hobby, [stepdaughter] Molly Adams [wife of John Adams], Clemence Marshall, and the children of her deceased [step]daughters Sally Avery and Betsey Mead [wife of Seth Mead]; sister Sarah Knapp [wife of Stephen Knapp], and granddaughter Mary Jerusha Hobby, a daughter of her son Jabez M. Hobby, Jr. Executor her son Jabez M. Hobby, Jr. Witnesses Eben Knapp, Sanford R. Knapp, and Samuel M. Fitch, page 142. Oct. 29, 1829, order to advertise for claims, page 143. Inventory taken by Alvan Mead and John Jay Tracy, and filed Nov. 24, 1829, page 193.
Hobby, Cynthia [Cynthia Husted, widow of Squire Hobby], of Greenwich, Apr. 15, 1818, chosen guardian of her children Amy M. Hobby, ae. 20; Sally Hobby, ae. 17; and Caroline Hobby, ae. 15, page 497. Apr. 15, 1818, appointed guardian of her children George E. Hobby, ae. 12; William Hobby, ae. 10; and Eunice Rebecca Hobby, ae. 8, page 519.
Hobby, Deborah, late of Greenwich, widow of Jonathan Hobby, deceased, will dated Oct. 6, 1802, not probated, legacies to Sarah Reynolds, a daughter of Joel Reynolds, to my daughters Abigail, wife of Elijah Mead, and Elizabeth, widow of Stephen Mead, deceased, grandsons Alfred and Harvey, sons of David Hobby, deceased. Executor Benjamin Brush of Greenwich. Witnesses Silvanus Howe, and James Brush.
Hobby, Ebenezer, late of Greenwich, Oct. 2, 1806, commissioners appointed to set out the dower of his widow, Mary Hobby [Mary Holmes], page 453.
Hobby, Harry, colored, late of Greenwich, Jan. 16, 1834, letters of administration on his estate granted to Samuel Lockwood of Stamford, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 233.
Hobby, Hezekiah, late of Greenwich, Jan. 21, 1843, letters of administration on his estate granted to his son Samuel D. Hobby of Greenwich, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 347. Inventory taken by Thomas A. Mead and Zaccheus Mead and filed Apr. 3, 1843, page 348.
Hobby, Jabez M., late of Greenwich, Dec. 22, 1834, letters of administration on his estate granted to Jabez Mead, 3rd of Greenwich, husband of the only child of deceased, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 127. Inventory taken by Stephen Waring and William H. Mead, and filed June 29, 1835, page 127.
Hobby, Jabez M., late of Greenwich, June 18, 1828, commissioners appointed to partition his estate among the children of Nancy Peck, a deceased daughter, viz: Thomas H. Peck, Mehitabel, wife of Thomas M. Lyon, Charles Edgar Peck, and David, son of Abigail Jane H. Fowler, a deceased daughter of said Nancy deceased, devised to them by said Jabez M. Hobby. The said Mehitabel, Charles E., and David being minors with guardians, page 8. June 21, 1828, partition made accordingly, page 8.
Hobby, Jabez M., late of Greenwich, will dated Nov. 10, 1823, probated Jan. 13, 1824, mentioned his wife Abigail, heirs of his daughter Nancy Peck, daughter Mary, wife of Nehemiah Mead, and grandson Jabez Hobby Mead. Executors brother Hezekiah Hobby, and Hezekiah Tracy. Witnesses Eunice Kneeland, Huldah Tracy, and Zabed Finch, page 15. Jan. 13, 1824, order to advertise for claims, page 16. Inventory taken Jan. 1824, by Samuel Bush and Isaac Mead, Jr., and filed Feb. 4, 1824, page 16. Oct. 1824, account filed, and estate ordered distributed to his widow Abigail, and children Mary, wife of Nehemiah Mead, and Nancy Peck, now deceased, and Jabez Hobby Mead, page 39. Jan. 3, 1825, estate distributed accordingly, page 39.
Hobby, John, late of Greenwich, will dated May 18, 1826, probated Sept. 2, 1826, mentioned his wife Mary, and child George Adams Hobby. Executor John Adams, Jr. Witnesses Ard Reynolds, Charles Smith, and John Adams, Jr., page 212. Sept. 2, 1826, order to advertise for claims, page 213. Sept. 14, 1826, letters of administration with the will annexed granted to Jared Smith of Greenwich, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 213. Inventory taken Sept. 20, 1826, by Charles Smith and Amos Mead, and filed Apr. 3, 1827, page 213.
Hobby, Mary, late of Greenwich, Apr. 29, 1819, letters of administration on her estate granted to Ebenezer Hobby of Greenwich, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 40.
Hobby, Mills, late of Greenwich, Jan. 31, 1817, Mills Hobby, a son of decedent, made choice of Thomas Close to be his guardian; and the court appointed Ruth Hobby [widow Ruth Holmes] guardian of Sarah Hobby, about 18 years of age, and Mary Hobby, about 20 years of age, daughters of said decedent, page 279. Jan. 31, 1817, the guardians asked for leave to sell the real estate of said minors, page 278. Apr. 25, 1817, order authorizing sale, and report of sale filed, page 335.
Hobby, Ruth, late of Greenwich, Mar. 10, 1825, letters of administration on her estate granted to Aaron Husted, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 73.
Hobby, Squire, late of Greenwich, Apr. 15, 1818, his estate ordered distributed to his widow, Cynthia Hobby [Cynthia Husted], and his children Husted, Elisa, Andrew, Lucy Close, Amy M., Sally, Caroline, George E., William, and Eunice R., page 522. Apr. 24, 1818, estate distributed accordingly, page 522.
Hobby, Squire, late of Greenwich, inventory taken May 14, 1811, by Andrew Mead and Ebenezer Hobby, and filed May 16, 1811, by the administrator, page 117.
Hobson, Allen, a minor of Greenwich, about 19 years of age, June 6, 1815, made choice of Samuel Ferris of Greenwich to be his guardian, page 68.
Holmes, Benjamin, late of Greenwich, Sept. 26, 1809, letters of administration on his estate granted to Jemima Holmes, page 167. Inventory taken Sept. 28, 1809, by Ebenezer Mead and Jabez Fitch, and filed Oct. 3, 1809, and commissioners appointed to adjust claims of creditors, pages 167 and 169. May 11, 1810, report of commissioners filed, page 169. Oct. 10, 1809, personal estate ordered sold to pay debts, page 169. Mar. 5, 1811, account filed, and real estate ordered sold to pay debts, page 171.
Holmes, Caleb, of Greenwich, about 17 years of age, Mar. 19, 1829, made choice of Jonas Howe of Greenwich to be his guardian, page 5.
Holmes, Hannah, late of Greenwich, Feb. 24, 1831, letters of administration on her estate granted to her son Luke Holmes, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 501.
Holmes, Isaac, Jr., late of Greenwich, Nov. 29, 1809, on the application of Richard Mead, administrator de bonus non, real estate ordered sold to pay debts, page 395.
Holmes, Jabez, late of Greenwich, will dated June 29, 1815, probated Oct. 7, 1815, mentioned his children Gideon, Mary, and Betsey Mead. Executor son Gideon. Witnesses Gilbert Close, Isaac Peck, 3rd, and Isaac Knapp, page 509. Oct. 7, 1815, order to advertise for claims, page 509. Inventory taken Nov. 2, 1815, by Gilbert Close and Seymour Hobby, and filed Nov. 7, 1815, page 510.
Holmes, John, late of Greenwich, will dated Mar. 13, 1839, probated June 12, 1841, all to his son John Augustus. Executor Major Brown, Jr. Witnesses Henry S. Hubbard, and William H. Holly, page 53. June 12, 1841, order to advertise for claims, page 54. Inventory taken June 16, 1841, by Nathaniel Husted and Samuel Brown, and filed Sept. 6, 1841, page 54.
Holmes, Mary, late of Greenwich, Nov. 15, 1841, letters of administration on her estate granted to Ebenezer Mead of Greenwich, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 11. Inventory taken Jan. 31, 1842, by Jabez Mead, Jr., and Jonas Mead, Jr., and filed Jan. 24, 1842, page 11.
Holmes, Reuben, late of Greenwich, will dated Jan. 28, 1804, probated Apr. 20, 1808, mentioned his children Susannah Dally, Molly, wife of Lewis Hine, Ruth Hobby [wife of Mills Hobby], Absalom, Benjamin, Jotham, Stephen, Silas, Reuben, and the children of my son Israel, late of Waterbury; grandson Walter Knapp, a son of my said daughter Susannah; granddaugher Polly, wife of Justus B. Mead, and daughter of my said daughter Susannah. Executor son Reuben. Witnesses Samuel M. Fitch, Sarah Fitch, and Jabez Fitch, page 351. Inventory taken Apr. 21, 1808, by Peter Mead and Robert Mead and filed Apr. 22, 1808, page 352. Apr. 12, 1809, receipt for legacies by Polly, wife of Justus B. Mead, Walter Knapp, Hannah Holmes, as administratrix of the estate of Stephen Holmes, Benjamin Holmes, Lewis Hine, Absalom Holmes, Jotham Holmes, Ruth Hobby, Silas Holmes, Sarah Holmes, Susannah Dally, and the heirs of Israel Holmes, page 77.
vHopkins, Thomas, late of North Castle, Westchester County, NY, will dated 3rd day, 1st month, 1812, probated Feb. 8, 1815, mentioned his wife Zeruiah, and children Mary, Pine, James, Samuel, Thomas, Elizabeth Cook, Mary Hopkins; granddaughter Elizabeth, a daughter of my son Samuel; grandson Thomas Cook. Executors sons James, Thomas, and Pine. Witnesses Samuel Mellis, John H. Smith, and John Smith, page 438. Inventory taken Feb. 8, 1815, by John Smith and Robert Leonard, and filed Feb. 8, 1815, page 440.
Hopson, Samuel, about 18 years of age, of Greenwich, Feb. 4, 1812, bond of his guardian David Wood of Greenwich.
Howe, Isaac, late of Greenwich, will dated Apr. 19, 1823, probated Jan. 23, 1824, mentioned his children Sally, wife of Gilbert Close, Betsey, wife of Rufus Knapp, Kezia Howe, Rachel Howe, Esther Howe, Laura Howe, Lucy Howe, Cornelia Howe, Jonas Howe, Nehemiah Howe, and Samuel Howe. Executors Gilbert Close, Jonas Howe, and Nehemiah Howe. Witnesses Hezekiah Tracy, Amos Hobby, and David Mead, page 14. Jan. 23, 1824, order to advertise for claims, page 15. Inventory taken Jan. 27, 1824, by Samuel Close and Daniel Peck, and filed Mar. 18, 1824, page 15.
Hubbard, Henry, late of Greenwich, June 4, 1827, testate, time for settlement extended, page 22.
Hubbard, Henry, late of Greenwich, will dated Jan. 22, 1822, probated Sept. 3, 1825, mentioned his wife Hannah, and sons Nathaniel, Andrew, and Gabriel, devised real estate in the Town of Chester, NY, and daughters Hannah Todd, Sally, wife of Levi Ingersoll, Lydia, wife of William Palmer, and Mary Hubbard; four youngest sons Henry S., Abraham, Harvey, and William; grandsons Holly Hubbard and John Hubbard, sons of his deceased son John Hubbard. Executors his sons Nathaniel, Henry S., and Abraham. Witnesses Stephen Waring, Burwell Betts, and Henry Davis, page 95. Sept. 3, 1825, order to advertise for claims, page 97. Inventory taken by Conklin Husted and Jared Smith, and filed, Oct. 22, 1825, page 97. Mar. 2, 1826, time for final settlement extended, page 189.
Hubbard, John, of Greenwich, over 14 years of age, Nov. 28, 1834, made choice of his mother, Sarah Hubbard, to be his guardian, page 77.
Hubbard, Nathaniel, late of Greenwich, will dated Aug. 11, 1820, probated June 4, 1822, mentioned his wife ______, and children Esther Hubbard, Ruth, wife of Obadiah Mead, and Polly, wife of Esben Husted; grandchildren Charles Mead and Hannah H. Mead, children of daughter Hannah, deceased wife of Jonas Mead, and nephew Nathaniel Hubbard, son of Jonathan Hubbard; owned land in Greenwich, Ohio. Executors Obadiah Mead and Jonas Mead. Witnesses Amos Husted, William Husted, and Caleb Husted, page 256. June 4, 1822, order to advertise for claims, page 257. Inventory taken by William Husted and Caleb Husted, and filed July 1,1822, page 257.
Husted, Abraham, late of Greenwich, will dated May 16, 1819, probated June 18, 1819, mentioned his wife Hannah [Hannah Knapp], and children David, Hannah Waterbury [wife of Thomas Waterbury], Drake, Sally, and William. Executors his sons Drake and William. Witnesses Israel K. Avery, Isaac Ferris, and George Platt, pages 1 and 79. Inventory taken by Hezekiah Tracy and Peter Mead, and filed June 1819, page 3 and 81. Dec. 3, 1819, on the application of Thomas Waterbury of Greenwich, in right of his wife Hannah, a daughter of deceased, an appeal was taken from the probate of the will of said deceased, page 83.
Husted, Amos, late of Greenwich, Nov. 1, 1846, account filed, and real estate ordered sold to pay debts, page 182.
Husted, Amos, late of Greenwich, Oct. 14, 1843, Esbon Husted of Greenwich, administrator, neglected his duties, and desired to be discharged, and the court discharged said Esbon Husted, and appointed Abraham Mead of Greenwich in his place, page 261.
Husted, Amos, late of Greenwich, Sept. 12, 1834, his widow refused to qualify, and letters of administration on his estate granted to Esbon Husted, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 104. Inventory taken Sept. 15, 1834, by Jonas Howe and Elias Peck, and filed Oct. 16, 1834, page 105. Oct. 23, 1834, account filed, and allowance to his widow, page 105. Oct. 23, 1834, dower of his widow ordered set out, page 105. Dec. 22, 1834, dower set out to his widow, Sarah Husted, page 106.
Husted, Drake, late of Greenwich, will dated Feb. 22, 1838, probated Sept. 11, 1838, mentioned his wife Nancy, and children Joseph B., Sarah M., wife of Augustus Mead, and William A. Husted. Executors his wife and Augustus Mead. Witnesses Betsey M. Burtis, David Husted, and Samuel Close, page 349. Sept. 11, 1838, order to advertise for claims, page 350. Inventory taken Sept. 26, 1838, by Thomas A. Mead and Zaccheus Mead, and filed Oct. 16, 1838, page 351.
Husted, Elnathan, late of Greenwich, Feb. 24, 1825, letters of administration on his estate granted to Nancy Husted, his widow, and William A. Husted, who were ordered to advertise for claims, page 75. Inventory taken Mar. 14, 1825, by William Husted and Jonas Howe, and filed Mar. 23, 1825, page 75. Mar. 9, 1827, dower ordered set out, page 270. Apr. 5, 1827, dower set out to his widow, Nancy Husted, page 270.
Husted, Hannah estate granted to her daughter, Sarah Husted, page 252.
Husted, Jonathan, of Greenwich, Nov. 7, 1842, general assignment for the benefit of creditors to Nathaniel Husted and Samuel Rundle, page 172. Inventory taken by Alfred Rundle and Samuel Brown, and filed Dec. 9, 1842, page 173. Dec. 19, 1842, commissioners appointed to adjust claims of creditors, page 174 and 192. June 17, 1843, report of commissioners filed, page 262. Jan. 31, 1843, assignee ordered to sell the real estate, page 351.
Husted, Nathaniel, late of Greenwich, will dated Jan. 14, 1826 probated Feb. 13, 1826, mentioned his wife Ruth, and children Benjamin, Jonathan, James, Nathaniel, Samuel, and Polly. Executors his sons Nathaniel and Samuel. Witnesses Nehemiah Brown, John Knapp, and Ard Reynolds, page 152. Feb. 13, 1826, order to advertise for claims, page 153. Inventory taken Mar. 8, 1826, by Nehemiah Brown, and William Husted, and filed Mar. 11, 1826, page 153.
Husted, Peter, late of Greenwich, will dated Mar. 27, 1815, probated May 2, 1821, mentioned his wife Eunice, and children Aaron, Caleb, Amos, Peter, Elnathan, Moses, Cynthia, widow of Squire Hobby, and Eunice Husted. Executors his wife and son Elnathan. Witnesses Richard Mead, Ebenezer Mead, Jr., and Ebenezer Mead, page 139. Letters granted to his son Elnathan, the widow having renounced, page 139. May 2, 1821, order to advertise for claims, page 139. Inventory taken by Drake Husted and William Husted, and filed June 19, 1821, page 162.
Husted, Roswell, late of Greenwich, Dec. 13, 1833, account filed by his administrator, and allowance to his widow, page 22. July 4, 1833, dower of his widow ordered set ou, page 23. Aug. 13, 1834, dower set out, page 23. July 4, 1834, account filed, and real estate ordered sold to pay debts, page 24. Real estate sold to Conklin Husted, and report of sale filed Sept. 2, 1834, page 25. Dec. 21, 1833, the court appointed Conklin Husted guardian of Roswell Albert Husted, a son of decedent under one year of age, page 55. Dec. 21, 1833, Conklin Husted, guardian of Roswell Mead Husted, asked for leave to sell the real estate of said minor in Greenwich, subject to the dower of his mother, and sale ordered, pages 32 and 33. Mar. 4, 1839, Roswell M. Husted, six years of age, his guardian Conklin Husted, discharged, and David A. Husted of North Castle appointed in his place, page 364. Apr. 11, 1842, David A. Husted removed, and Titus Mead of Greenwich appointed in his place, page 507.
Husted, Roswell, late of Greenwich, Jan. 24, 1833, his widow refused to qualify, and letters of administration on his estate granted to David D. Husted of North Castle, NY, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 443. Inventory taken by Benjamin Brush and Jacob Dayton, Jr. and filed Mar. 5, 1833, page 443.
Husted, Ruth, late of Greenwich, widow of Nathaniel Husted, deceased, will dated Jan. 20, 1835, not probated, mentioned her children Polly Husted, Benjamin Husted, and Jonathan Husted. Executor son Nathaniel Husted. Witnesses Benjamin Husted, 3rd, William Kinch, and Samuel
Husted, Sarah [Sarah Newman, widow of Benjamin Husted], late of Greenwich, Jan. 3, 1815, letters with the will annexed on her estate granted to Ira Lockwood, of Greenwich, page 514.
Husted, Sarah [Sarah Rogers, widow of Joseph Husted, Jr.], formerly of Greenwich, Apr. 14, 1826, a niece and devisee for life of Sarah Ferris, late of Greenwich, is now deceased, and her sons Joseph and Jared Husted, both died before her; that Sarah, wife of Daniel Reynolds, Mary, wife of Converse Bacon, Jane, wife of Frederick Smith, Henry Husted, Samuel Husted, George Husted, and Deborah, widow of Isaac Reynolds are the only children of said Sarah Husted, who were living at the time of her death. The estate of said Sarah Ferris devised to said Sarah Husted for life, order distributed to her children living at the time of her decease, page 151. Aug. 5, 1826, estate distributed accordingly, page 151.
Husted, William, late of Greenwich, will dated Sept. 16, 1837, probated Nov. 6, 1837, mentioned his wife Mary, and children Hannah, Phebe Ann, David and Benjamin, and brother Drake Husted. Executors his wife and son Benjamin. Witnesses Zabed Finch, Esbon Husted, and Charles Hawley, page 326. Nov. 6, 1837, order to advertise for claims, page 328. Inventory taken by Platt Mead and David Brown, and filed Nov. 30, 1837, page 329.
Ingersoll, Nathaniel, late of Greenwich, will date Jan. 6, 1831, probated Dec. 3, 1834, mentioned his wife Abigail, and children Abigail Mead, Rebecca Ingersoll, Hannah Ingersoll, Joseph, and Ann Brush [Ann Ingersoll, wife of Edward Brush]; granddaughters Abigail I. Reynolds, and Emeline Holly, and grandson David Ingersoll. Executor his son Joseph. Witnesses Ann Eliza Reynolds, Elizabeth P. Reynolds, and Ard Reynolds, page 132. 1st codicil dated June 23, 1831, page 133. 2nd codicil dated Apr. 6, 1832, granddaughter Abigail I. Reynolds, now the wife of William H. Mead, page 134. Dec. 3, 1834, order to advertise for claims, page 135. Inventory taken Jan. 15, 1835, by Jared Smith and Amos Finch, and filed Mar. 25, 1835, page 135. Mar. 26, 1835, William H. Mead, of Greenwich, and his wife Abigail I., a granddaughter and legatee of testator, Stephen Holly of Greenwich and Emeline A., his wife, a granddaughter and legatee of testator, and Ann Brush, a daughter of testator, appealed from the probate of said will, page 136.
Ingersoll, Simon, late of Greenwich, inventory taken Jan. 26, 1828, by Benjamin Brush and Joseph Ingersoll, and filed, Mar. 26, 1832, page 407. Mar. 28, 1829, time for executors to account extended, page 409. Feb. 3, 1832, executors now deceased, and Daniel Lockwood appointed administrator with the will annexed, and trustee of the trusts created by said will, page 409.
Ingersoll, Simon, late of Greenwich, will dated Dec. 11, 1827, probated Jan. 21, 1828, mentioned his wife Sarah, and children Alexander S., John Jarvis, Alton, and Sarah Ingersoll, grandsons Platt C. Ingersoll and Simon Ingersoll, sons of Alexander Ingersoll. Executors sons John Jarvis Ingersoll of New York City and David Wood of Greenwich. Witnesses Israel K. Wood, William P. Reynolds, and Benjamin Johnson, page 249. Jan. 21, 1828, order to advertise for claims, page 250.
Ireland, Job, late of Greenwich, Mar. 10, 1810, estate ordered distributed to Job Ireland, a son of Abraham Ireland and Levi Ireland, a son of Gilbert Ireland, according to his will.
Ireland, Job, late of Greenwich, will dated Apr. 6, 1805, probated Apr. 2, 1817, mentioned his wife Martha, Israel Reynolds, so-called, a bastard son of Prudence Ireland, so-called; Job Ireland, a son of Abraham Ireland; and Levi Ireland, a son of Gilbert Ireland. Executors John Palmer and Josiah Field. Witnesses Uriah Field, Aaron Field, and Nehemiah Mason, pages 369, 371, and 392. Inventory taken Apr. 3, 1807, and filed June 10, 1809, page 370. July 13, 1809, receipts for legacies by Job Ireland; and Levi Ireland by his father and guardian Gilbert Ireland, pages 79 and 80.
Jessup, Ann [Ann Lockwood, widow of Jonathan Jessup], late of Greenwich, will dated Feb. 11, 1824, probated May 9, 1825, mentioned her daughters Ann Rundle [Anna Jessup, wife of Jeremiah Rundle], Mary Jessup and Sarah Lockwood [Sarah Jessup, wife of Daniel Lockwood, III], sons Ebenezer Jessup, and Edward Jessup, children of her son Jonathan Jessup, children of her son James Jessup, children of her son Peter Jessup, children of her daughter Hannah Lockwood [Hannah Jessup, wife of Peter Lockwood], children of her son Gershom Jessup, children of her son Timothy Jessup, and grandson Samuel Jessup a son of said Mary Jessup. Executors son Edward Jessup, and son-in-law Peter Lockwood. Witnesses Charles Hendrie, Samuel Ferris, Jr., and Joshua Ferris, page 142. May 9, 1825, order to advertise for claims, page 143. Inventory taken May 10, 1825, by Enos Lockwood and Drake Lockwood, and filed May 11, 1825, page 144.
Jessup, Ebenezer, late of Greenwich, will dated Sept. 22, 1843, probated June 27, 1845, mentioned his wife Rebecca [Rebecca Skelding], and children William, Elizabeth Rowelson of Troy, NY, Ebenezer, Rhuea S. Marsh of New York City [Rhuea Skelding Jessup, wife of Charles Marsh], and grandson William T. Jessup. Executor his son-in-law Charles Marsh. Witnesses S.B.S. Bissell, Beal B. Lockwood, and Susan Lockwood, page 27. June 27, 1845, the executor refused to qualify, and letters granted to Charles Hendrie of Stamford, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 28. Inventory taken by Beal B. Lockwood and Kimberly Ferris and filed Mar. 12, 1845, page 28.
Jessup, Jonathan, late of Greenwich, Apr. 14, 1827, his widow, Kezia Jessup [Keziah Green], refused to qualify, and letters of administration on his estate granted to Daniel Lockwood of Stamford, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 286. Inventory taken Apr. 19, 1827, by Drake Lockwood and Samuel Ferris, and filed June 23, 1827, page 286. July 10, 1828, petition of Kezia Jessup, widow of deceased for the removal of the administrator, page 287. Feb. 10, 1828, administrator removed, and Kezia Jessup appointed in his place, page 287. Aug. 6, 1828, account filed, and commissioners appointed to adjust claims of creditors, page 288. Mar. 30, 1828, report of commissioners filed, page 288. Aug. 23, 1828, personal property ordered sold, and report of sale filed, page 289. Apr. 18, 1829, necessaries allowed his widow, page 289. Dec. 13, 1827, Joshua Beal Jessup and Jonathan Jessup, sons of decedent, made choice of their mother, Keziah Jessup of Greenwich, to be their guardian, who was also appointed guardian of John Anson Jessup, Julius Augustus Jessup, Cornelius James Jessup, Charles Edward Jessup, other children of decedent, page 242.
Jessup, Jonathan, late of Greenwich, Jan. 28, 1828, additional inventory filed, page 74. Mar. 27, 1828, time for settlement extended, page 3. Apr. 18, 1829, account filed, and real estate ordered sold to pay debts, page 75. June 13, 1829, real estate sold to Edwin Buxton of Stamford, and report of sale filed, page 75.
Jessup, Jonathan, late of Greenwich, June 20, 1825, on the application of Frederick Lockwood, of Greenwich, husband of Mary Ann, a daughter of Gershom Jessup, deceased, the said Gershom Jessup being a son and heir and devisee of said Jonathan Jessup, deceased, that part of the estate of said Jonathan Jessup set off to his widow as her dower, she being now deceased, order distributed to James Jonathan Jessup, Edward Jessup, Ebenezer Jessup, Ann, wife of Jeremiah Rundle, Mary, wife of William Peacock, Sarah, wife of Daniel Lockwood, the heirs at law of Hannah deceased wife of Peter Lockwood, heirs at law of Peter Jessup, deceased, heirs at law of Gershom Jessup, deceased, heirs at law of James Jessup, deceased, and heirs at law of Timothy Jessup, deceased, being the children and devisees of said Jonathan Jessup, deceased, page 203. July 13, 1825, estate distributed accordingly, page 204.
Jessup, Jonathan, late of Greenwich, will dated Apr. 9, 1805, probated June 4, 1805, mentioned his wife Anne [Anne Lockwood], and children Jonathan, Edward, James, Anne, wife of Jeremiah Rundle. Mary, wife of William Peacock, Hannah, wife of Peter Lockwood, Sarah, wife of Daniel Lockwood, 3rd, deceased sons Peter and Gershom; grandson Samuel Jessup [Samuel Jessup Peacock?], a son of my daughter Mary. Executors his wife and son Jonathan. Witnesses Stephen Ferris, Stephen Ferris, Jr., and Ebenezer Davenport, page 63. Inventory taken May 23, 1805, by Ebenezer Peck and Silvanus Knapp, and filed June 11, 1805, pages 65 and 66. Apr. 15, 1807, account filed, and estate ordered distributed to Ann Jessup, his widow, and to Jonathan Jessup, Ebenezer Jessup, James Jessup, Edward Jessup, Timothy Jessup, Anne, wife of Jeremiah Rundle, Mary, wife of William Peacock, Hannah, wife of Peter Lockwood, Sarah, wife of Daniel Lockwood, 3rd, legal representatives of Peter Jessup, and to the legal representatives of Gershom Jessup, page 67. May 6, 1807, estate distributed accordingly, page 68.
Jessup, Samuel, late of Greenwich, June 22, 1843, his widow refused to qualify, and letters of administration on his estate granted to Peter Ferris of Greenwich, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 371. Inventory taken by Charles Hendrie of Stamford and Joseph D. Ferris of Greenwich, and filed July 4, 1843, page 372. Nov. 28, 1843, commissioners appointed to adjust claims of creditors, page 372. June 13, 1844, report of commissioners filed, page 373. June 19, 1844, account filed, allowance to his widow, and real estate ordered sold to pay debts, page 387. June 19, 1844, dower of his widow, ordered set out, page 387. July 1, 1844, new commissioners appointed to set out the dower of his widow, page 390. July 9, 1844, dower set out, page 396.
Jessup, Samuel, late of Greenwich, Oct. 18, 1844, account filed, and creditors ordered paid 80 4/10 cents on the dollar, page 133.
Jesup, Peter, late of Greenwich, Oct. 6, 1807, on the application of [2nd husband of Peterís widow Polly Ferris] Paris Robbins of Greenwich, guardian of Samuel, Jonathan, Peter, Susan, and Mary, minor children of deceased, his estate was ordered partitioned between said minors, and Jabez Mead, as assignee of Elijah Reynolds, page 229. Oct. 23, 1807, partition made accordingly, page 229.
Jordan, William, late of Greenwich, will dated Apr. 16, 1822, probated Oct. 17, 1838, mentioned his [2nd] wife Hannah, and children Marcy Ferris [Marcy Jordan, wife of David Ferris], Betsey Ferris [Elizabeth Jordan, wife of Jacob Ferris], Phebe Adams [Phebe Jordan, wife of John Adams], Alla Ennis, and her son William Jordan Ennis. Executors his wife and [son-in-law] John Adams. Witnesses Abraham Close, Hanford Reynolds and Major Lockwood, page 359. Oct. 17, 1838, both executors refursed to qualify and letters of administration on his estate granted to Ira Lockwood of Greenwich, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 359. Inventory taken Oct. 18, 1838, by William Smith and Amos Mead, and filed Oct. 25, 1838, page 360. Feb. 11, 1839, commissioners appointed to adjust claims of creditors, pages 360 and 361. Sept. 2, 1839, report of commissioners filed, page 361. Sept. 18, 1839, account filed, and allowance to his widow, page 361. Sept. 18, 1839, account filed, and real estate ordered sold to pay debts, page 380. Real estate sold to John Adams of Greenwich and report of sale filed, page 380.
June, David, of Greenwich, Sept. 24, 1845, appointed guardian of his children, Mason T., about 18 years of age, and Elizabeth R., about 14 years of age, page 114.
Keeler, Mary, late of Greenwich, widow of William Keeler, Sept. 7, 1826, letters of administration on her estate granted to Asahel Palmer of Greenwich, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 239.
Knapp, Abigail, late of Greenwich, will dated Apr. 13, 1832, probated May 1, 1832, mentioned her children George James, Susan, wife of Israel June, Nancy, wife of Isaac Booker, David Burrage Knapp, and William Reynolds, grandson William, son of George James. Executor her son William Reynolds. Witnesses John W. Reynolds, Daniel S. Betts, and Jabez Mead, page 386. June 9, 1832, order to advertise for claims, page 386. Inventory taken by Asahel Palmer and Henry Ritch, and filed July 10, 1832, page 387.
Knapp, Allen R., late of Greenwich, will dated Dec. 7, 1837, probated Jan. 3, 1842, all to his mother Sophia Knapp for life, and remainder to his sisters Frances S. Knapp and Phebe C. Knapp. Executor his brother Charles W. Knapp. Witnesses Eliza Close, W.R. Close, and Samuel Close, page 114. Jan. 3, 1842, the executor refused to qualify, and letters granted to William H. Mead of Greenwich, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 114. Inventory taken by Titus Mead and Solomon Mead, and filed Apr. 28, 1842, page 115.
Knapp, Charity [Charity Mead, widow of Joshua Knapp], late of North Castle, Westchester County, NY, will dated Feb. 1, 1837, probated Apr. 14, 1848, mentioned her children Charity B. Knapp, Joshua Knapp of New York City, Samuel Knapp of North Castle, Rachel Brown of New York City, and the heirs of my son Nathaniel Knapp, late of Greenwich, deceased. Executor son Samuel. Witnesses G.B. Hobby, Jonathan Hobby and Leander M. Palmer, page 416. May 6, 1848, executor refused to qualify, and letters granted to Bartow F. White of Greenwich, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 417. Inventory taken by Israel Peck and Daniel Peck, and filed June 17, 1848, page 452.
Knapp, Charles, late of Greenwich, Aug. 31, 1826, letters of administration on his estate granted to son Charles Knapp of Greenwich, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 58.
Knapp, David, late of Geenwich, Oct. 25, 1814, letters of administration on his estate granted with the will annexed to Abigail Knapp and Lemuel Ferris, who were ordered to advertise for claims, page 513.
Knapp, David, late of Greenwich, will dated June 27, 1812, probated Feb. 2, 1813, mentioned his wife Elizabeth, and children David B., Abby L., and Nehemiah. Executor Jabez Mead. Witnesses Frederick Betts, Peter Horton, and Nathaniel Olcott, page 495. Feb. 2, 1813, the executor refused to qualify and letters with the will annexed granted to Elizabeth Knapp, page 495. Inventory taken Apr. 20, 1813, by Nathaniel Olcott and John Adams, 3rd, and filed Nov. 1, 1814, page 496. July 4, 1815, account filed, and real estate ordered sold to pay debts, page 497.
Knapp, Edmund, late of Greenwich, July 7, 1823, letters of administration on his estate granted to Abraham Close, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 293. Inventory taken by Drake Mead and Isaac Holly, and filed Sept. 1, 1823, page 293. Mar. 26, 1824, additional inventory filed, and necessaries allowed to his widow, page 357. Mar. 26, 1824, account filed, and real estate ordered sold to pay debts, page 358.
Knapp, Edmund, late of Greenwich, May 8, 1824, real estate sold to Henry S. Knapp, and report of sale filed, page 58.
Knapp, Enos, late of Greenwich, June 15, 1833, his widow now deceased, and personal property ordered distributed to his children Isaac, Enos, and Rhoda, page 59. June 22, 1833, estate distributed accordingly, page 59.
Knapp, Enos, late of Greenwich, will dated June 10, 1812, probated Nov. 24, 1824, mentioned his wife Mary [Mary Lockwood], and children Isaac, Enos, and Rhoda, wife of Benjamin Page, grandchildren David Peck, Charles Peck, Enos Peck, Sally peck, and Rhoda Peck, children of his daughter Mary, deceased, wife of Whitfield Peck [George Whitfield Peck]. Executors sons Isaac and Enos. Witnesses Mary Davenport, Jerusha Davenport, and Ebenezer Davenport, page 51. Codicil dated June 11, 1812, page 52. Nov. 24, 1824, order to advertise for claims, page 53. Inventory taken by Drake Lockwood and Asahel Palmer, and filed Dec. 3, 1824, page 53. Dec. 15, 1824, his widow accepts the provisions in his will, and her portion ordered set out, page 54. Jan. 15, 1825, widowís portion set out, page 55.
Knapp, Esther, late of Greenwich, Mar. 21, 1846, Benjamin I. Knapp, administrator, removed, and Samuel G. Cornell of Greenwich appointed in his place, page 153.
Knapp, Esther, late of Greenwich, Mar. 6, 1843, letters of administration on her estate granted to Benjamin I. Knapp of Greenwich, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 226. Inventory taken by Henry Ritch and Joseph D. Ferris, and filed May 6, 1843, page 227.
Knapp, Hannah B., of Greenwich, over 12 years of age Aug. 31, 1842, made choice of Jared O. Knapp of Greenwich to be her guardian, page 169.
Knapp, Hannah C., about 18 years of age, and Eunice C. Knapp, about 15 years of age, both of Greenwich, Jan. 26, 1842, made choice of Joshua Knapp of Greenwich to be their guardian, who was also appointed guardian of Sarah M. Knapp, about 9 years of age, page 505. Jan. 25, 1842, petition for leave to sell the real estate of said minors in Greenwich, and sale ordered, page 506. Real estate sold to Odel C. Knapp, and report of sale filed, Apr. 25, 1842, page 506.
Knapp, Hannah, about 17 years of age, Jan. 24, 1824, made choice of David L. Palmer to be her guardian, page 301.
Knapp, Henry E., Julia A. Knapp, and Catherine E. Knapp, Dec. 1, 1845, the court appointed Samuel G. Cornell of Greenwich to be their guardian, page 139.
Knapp, Israel, late of Greenwich, Feb. 20, 1813, that part of his real estate set off to his widow for her dower, order distributed to Sally, wife of David Wood, Betsey, wife of John McKay, Anna, wife of William Thorn, Cornelia, wife of David Reed; to Charles K. Thompson and William A. Thompson, the legal representatives of Fanny Thompson, deceased; to Adaline Thompson, Margaret Thompson, Cornelia Thompson, Caroline Thompson, Harriet Thompson, and James Thompson, the legal representatives of Amy Thompson, deceased; page 476. May 4, 1813, estate distributed to Sally W., wife of David Wood, a daughter; Elizabeth McKay, a daughter; Charles K. Thompson and William A. Thompson, children of Fanny Thompson, a deceased daughter; Ann, wife of William Thorn, a daughter; Cornelia, wife of David Reed, a daughter; Adeline Palmer, Margaret Thompson, Cornelia Thompson, Caroline Thompson, Harriet Thompson, and James Thompson, page 476.
Knapp, Jared, late of Greenwich, June 8, 1839, letters of administration on his estate granted to his widow Mary Knapp [Mary Owen], who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 19. Inventory taken July 7, 1839, by Isaac Peck and Nathaniel Husted, and filed Aug. 13, 1839, page 19. May 4, 1840, account filed, and allowance to his widow, page 19. May 4, 1840, real estate ordered sold to pay debts, page 168. Real estate sold to Benjamin Knapp and Joseph Knapp, and report of sale filed Sept. 12, 1842, page 168. Mar. 7, 1842, dower of his widow, Mary Knapp, set out, page 124.
Knapp, Joel, late of Greenwich, Jan. 5, 1813, letters of administration on his estate granted to Benjamin Knapp, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 429. Jan. 14, 1814, account filed, page 265.
Knapp, John, late of Greenwich, will dated Jan. 5, 1814, probated Nov. 7, 1815, mentioned his wife Rosannah, William Knapp, Jr., and Samuel Close, a son of Henry Close, deceased. Executors Abraham Close and Samuel Close. Witnesses Hervey Close, Nathaniel Mead, and Daniel Peck, page 466. Nov. 7, 1815, Abraham Close refused to qualify and letters with the will annexed granted to Samuel Close, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 467. Inventory taken Dec. 5, 1815, by Gilbert Close and Daniel Peck, and filed Dec. 5, 1815, page 467.
Knapp, Jonathan, late of Greenwich, Sept. 1, 1812, bond of Abigail Sutherland, guardian of William, about 20 years of age, Isaac, about 18 years of age, and Susannah, about 17 years of age, children of decedent.
Knapp, Joshua, late of North Castle, June 29, 1839, dower ordered set out to his widow, Charity Knapp, page 387. Oct. 12, 1839, dower set out, page 388.
Knapp, Joshua, late of North Castle, Westchester County, NY, will dated Sept. 14, 1826, probated Aug. 29, 1831, mentioned his wife Charity [Charity Mead], and children Jasper, Joshua, Samuel, Nathaniel, Rachel, wife of Abraham Brown, Charity Knapp, and Sarah Knapp. Executors his sons Joshua and Samuel. Witnesses Benjamin Isaacs, Reuben Knapp, and William A. Oliver, page 274. Probated in Westchester County, Apr. 11, 1831. Aug. 29, 1831, order to advertise for claims, page 275. Inventory taken by Samuel Close and Daniel peck, and filed Nov. 4, 1831, page 276.
Knapp, Mary, late of Greenwich, widow of Enos Knapp, will dated July 3, 1827, probated Aug. 2, 1832, all personal property to her daughter Rhoda, wife of Benjamin Page. Executor her son-in-law Benjamin Page. Witnesses Mary Ann Lockwood, Rhoda Peck, and Jabez Mead, page 434. Aug. 20, 1832, order to advertise for claims, page 435. Inventory taken Sept. 19, 1832, by Peter Ferris and Henry Dayton, and filed Sept. 22, 1832, page 435.
Knapp, Mary, widow, late of Greenwich, inventory taken July 4, 1815, by Isaac Holly, Jr., and William Keeler, and filed July 4, 1815, page 477.
Knapp, Nathaniel, Colonel, late of Greenwich, Jan. 22, 1836, letters of administration on his estate granted to his widow, Elizabeth C. Knapp [Elizabeth Close] and Bartow F. White, who were ordered to advertise for claims, page 160. Inventory taken Jan. 27, 1836, by Joseph Brush and Amos Finch, and filed Mar. 9, 1836, page 160.
Knapp, Philena, of Greenwich, over 14 years of age, Sept. 12, 1842, made choice of Mary Knapp of Greenwich to be her guardian, page 169.
Knapp, Reuben E., of Greenwich, over 14 years of age, Sept. 14, 1838, made choice of Allen R. Knapp of Greenwich to be his guardian, page 363.
Knapp, Silas, late of Washington, Dutchess County, NY, Aug. 27, 1811, bond of Anna Knapp, widow of deceased, guardian of Silas, about 6 years of age, and Esther Maria, about 4 years of age, children of decedent, heirs of Abigail Knapp, late of Greenwich.
Knapp, Titus, late of Greenwich, will dated Mar. 10, 1837, probated Oct. 29, 1838, mentioned his grandsons Henry K. Skelding of New York City [son of his daughter Hannah Knapp and her husband James Skelding], and William K. Quintard [son of his daughter Maria Knapp and her husband Abraham Quintard], and granddaughter Sarah K. Marshall [daughter of his daughter Sarah Knapp]. Executors Joshua B. Ferris and grandson William K. Quintard. Witnesses Peter Lockwood, Cornelius Ford, and Ann Ferris, page 26. Oct. 29, 1838, executors refused to qualify, and letters granted to Samuel Lockwood of Stamford, who was ordered to advertise for claims, page 27.
Knapp, William, late of Greenwich, Dec. 26, 1844, executor now deceased, and letters of administration with the will annexed granted to Samuel C. Cornell of Greenwich, page 153.
Knapp, William, late of Greenwich, will dated July 2, 1818, probated Dec. 1, 1825, mentioned his wife Esther [Esther Isaacs], and children William B., Henry I., Benjamin I., Albert, Frederic, William, Elizabeth Titus, Sarah W. Mead, Esther R. Belcher, Susan I. Knapp, and Julia Ann Knapp. His black man Charles to be given his freedom. Executors his wife, brother-in-law Benjamin Isaacs of Bedford, Jabez Mead and Justus L. Bush of Greenwich. Witnesses Leverett Bush, Fanny Bush, and Grace Bush, page 174. Dec. 1, 1825, order to advertise for claims, page 175. Inventory taken Jan. 25, 1826, by Isaac Holly and Joseph Brush and filed Mar. 7, 1826.
Lane, Abraham, late of Rye, inventory taken Apr. 18, 1814, by Shubal Reynolds, Daniel Carpenter, Jr., George Lockwood, and Nathaniel Olcott, and filed May 3, 1814, page 437.
Lane, Abraham, late of Rye, will dated July 12, 1813, probated Apr. 5, 1814, all to his wife Deborah, who is appointed executrix. Witnesses John Haviland, Wilson Merritt, and John Brown, page 437. July 12, 1813, order to advertise for claims, page 438.
Lane, John, late of Greenwich, will dated Oct. 30, 1830, not probated, all to his wife Hannah, and appointed her his executrix. Witnesses Jabez Mead, John Horton, and Joshua Ferris. Oct. 11, 1850, bond of Benjamin Page, administrator.
Lewis, Beal N., late of New York City , Apr. 9, 1817, letters of administration on his estate granted to Isaac Lewis of Westchester County, Zachariah Lewis and Roswell W. Lewis of New York City, who were ordered to advertise for claims, page 309.
Lewis, Daniel, late of Greenwich, will date July 1, 1817, probated Jan. 24, 1820, mentioned his wife Martha, and children Benjamin, Daniel, David, Calvin, Nehemiah, Silvanus, Sally, wife of Monmouth Wilson, Elizabeth, wife of Isaac Maby, Nancy, wife of Benjamin Lyon, and Hetty, wife of Joseph Horton; to Susannah Brown, formerly the wife of Ebenezer Brown of Hogpen Ridge a legacy. Executors his sons Daniel and David. Witnesses John Mackay; Charity W. Brown, and James Green, Jr., page 75. David Lewis renounced his executorship. Jan. 24, 1820, order to advertise for claims, page 75. Inventory taken Jan. 25, 1820, by Solomon Peck and Charles Wilson, and filed Jan. 31, 1820, page 75. Mar. 21, 1821, account filed, and real estate ordered sold to pay debts, page 144. Mar. 27 1821, dower set out to his widow, Martha Lewis, page 143. Apr. 17, 1821, part of the real estate sold to Benjamin Green, and report of sale confirmed on May 6, 1821, page 144. May 9, 1821, estate ordered distributed to his children Daniel, David, Calvin, Nehemiah, Sylvanus, Sally Wilson, Elizabeth Maby, Nancy Lyon, and Hetty Horton, page 144. Estate distributed accordingly, page 145. Jan. 19, 1821, time for final settlement extended to July 24, next, page 107.
Lewis, Isaac, late of Greenwich, will dated Aug. 18, 1824, probated Sept. 7, 1840, mentioned his wife Hannah, and children Mary Elizabeth Mason, Sarah Lewis, Zachariah, Isaac, Jr., Hannah Buffett, and Roswell W. Executors sons Zachariah and Isaac, Jr., and son-in-law Platt Buffett. Witnesses Charles W. Davenport, Augustus Lyon, and Jabez Mead, page 27. Codicil dated Sept. 6, 1837, Roswell W., now deceased, and his share to the children of said Roswell W., and reserved a family burying ground in the rear of his house and lot, page 28. Sept. 7, 1840, order to advertise for claims, page 30. Inventory taken Sept. 8, 1840, by Darius Mead and Zaccheus Mead, Jr., and filed Sept. 14, 1840, page 31.
Lewis, Nathaniel B., late of New York City, inventory taken May 1, 1817, of his property in Greenwich, by Ebenezer Mead and Timothy Walker, and filed June 10, 1817, page 390.
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