The years immediately following Bacon's Rebellion were certainly difficult for those left to put together all the pieces. Each county organized a set of "Public Officers" and arranged for a series of garrisons (forts or posts) to be established along the frontier. Rappahannock garrison was located at the falls of the Rappahannock, and none other than our Cadwallader place in command. I suspect this was located near the land already settled by Henry Benson and his partner Cadwallader.
A listing of the public officers for Stafford Co., 1680 [under military] gave:
Coll. George Mason
Lt. Coll. Cadwalader Jones
Maj'r Andrew Gilson
Capt. Rob't Massey. [VA Historical Mag, Vol. I, p.251]
In June 1680, the Virginia Council journals record that:
"The houfe mett and called ourer...
"The Petition of Coll.Cadwallader Jones for releife read in the houfe".
This petition read:
"The Sufferings of the Petitioner are most apparent and his resoluteness to abide his plantation ag't all attempts and conspiracies of our Indian enemies for many years hath (as may well be supposed) maintained us in the seatment of the upper part of Rappahannock for many miles."
[Legislative Journals of the Council i, 3 ]
The petition was called to "Queftion. Shall Coll. Cadwallader Jones haue releife vpon his petition from the Countrey or not."
"Refolu'd in the Negatiue by plurality of Voyces."
The plurality of voices spoke...what a deal for our Cadwallader Jones.
Saturday, August 11, 2012
Wednesday, August 1, 2012
CJ (12) Colonial Papers 1677
The British government attempted to evaluate the Virginia colony following the period of Bacon's Rebellion. The department called "America and West Indies" handled the paper work that arrived from the colony. These are summarized and available for research with the following documentation:
Dated, "1677 March."
" 118. Grievances of the Inhabitants of the upper parts of Citternborn parish in the county of Rappahanock, presented and signed by Cadwalladen Jones and John Bowsie, to His Majesty's Commissioners for Virginia. Under fourteen heads. Concerning the Indian War; the levies of 1674, and 1675, and how disposed of; the impost upon tobacco; the Militia who should not sit in the Courts of Judicature; the approach of the Indians; a supply of arms, and ammunition. Also, The Answers of the Commissioners to the same. Two papers. 6 pp. [Col. Papers, Vol. XXXIX., Nos. 62, 63; also Col. Entry Bk., Vol. LXXXI., pp. 300-302.]"
The above is copies from Vol. 10, 1677-1680, America and West Indies, p.45. It gives the location of the primary documents that be researched. Documentation is available for the genealogist. Please note that it is here that John Rouzee (Rouse, Rowzee, Rowsey, Rowse) is recorded as "John Bowsie". This error is not corrected by many genealogist.
Dated, "1677 March."
" 118. Grievances of the Inhabitants of the upper parts of Citternborn parish in the county of Rappahanock, presented and signed by Cadwalladen Jones and John Bowsie, to His Majesty's Commissioners for Virginia. Under fourteen heads. Concerning the Indian War; the levies of 1674, and 1675, and how disposed of; the impost upon tobacco; the Militia who should not sit in the Courts of Judicature; the approach of the Indians; a supply of arms, and ammunition. Also, The Answers of the Commissioners to the same. Two papers. 6 pp. [Col. Papers, Vol. XXXIX., Nos. 62, 63; also Col. Entry Bk., Vol. LXXXI., pp. 300-302.]"
The above is copies from Vol. 10, 1677-1680, America and West Indies, p.45. It gives the location of the primary documents that be researched. Documentation is available for the genealogist. Please note that it is here that John Rouzee (Rouse, Rowzee, Rowsey, Rowse) is recorded as "John Bowsie". This error is not corrected by many genealogist.
Monday, July 23, 2012
CJ (12) : X Marks The Spots
Keeping active was not a problem for Cadwallader Jones (JO-1). His conflict with Maryland involved several court records outlined as follows:
Samuel Leadbeater vs Cadwallader Jones, In Chancery Proceedings, Provincial Court, Vol. 67, p.140,1677
Robert Ridgley vs Cadwallader Jones, St. Maryes Co., Mtchant, Vol. 67, p.225, 1678
Robert Carville vs Cadwallader Jones, Proceedings Provincil Ct., MD, Vol.67, p.261,1678
Robert Ridgley vs Cadwallader Jones, 133 lbs tobacco, Proceedings of Provincial Court, Vol. 67,
p.446,1678 ["...plea of trespas..."]
Robert Carville vs Cadwallader Jones, 2133 lbs tobacco, Vol.67, p. 445, 1678.
The map above outlines the geographic locations of the activities of Cadwallader Jones (JO-1) during this time period. The "green" X's mark the spots!
#1) = His 1443 acres on Pumansend Creek [ "My House"] 1673.
#2) = His 1000 acres as partner to Henry Benson.(BE-1) 1674 at the falls.
#3) = His 14,114 acres with David Jones (JO-2) 1677.
#4) = His merchant activities 1677 - 1678 St. Marys, Maryland. Across the Potomac.
What was to become the major road ways during the colonial period is the location of Cadwallader's business plan. Strategic delivery points along the way which Cadwallader had already figured out. Get there first, and try to control the access points. Little did he know what was yet to happen.
Samuel Leadbeater vs Cadwallader Jones, In Chancery Proceedings, Provincial Court, Vol. 67, p.140,1677
Robert Ridgley vs Cadwallader Jones, St. Maryes Co., Mtchant, Vol. 67, p.225, 1678
Robert Carville vs Cadwallader Jones, Proceedings Provincil Ct., MD, Vol.67, p.261,1678
Robert Ridgley vs Cadwallader Jones, 133 lbs tobacco, Proceedings of Provincial Court, Vol. 67,
p.446,1678 ["...plea of trespas..."]
The map above outlines the geographic locations of the activities of Cadwallader Jones (JO-1) during this time period. The "green" X's mark the spots!
#1) = His 1443 acres on Pumansend Creek [ "My House"] 1673.
#2) = His 1000 acres as partner to Henry Benson.(BE-1) 1674 at the falls.
#3) = His 14,114 acres with David Jones (JO-2) 1677.
#4) = His merchant activities 1677 - 1678 St. Marys, Maryland. Across the Potomac.
What was to become the major road ways during the colonial period is the location of Cadwallader's business plan. Strategic delivery points along the way which Cadwallader had already figured out. Get there first, and try to control the access points. Little did he know what was yet to happen.
Friday, July 13, 2012
CJ (12) : His Bailywick 1677
A finger in every pie is often said about one who is extremely active. For the years 1676 - 1677, Cadwallader was such a person. [Probably had his fingers in a few cakes as well.] His world was facing many challenges, and he was part of most. Not only had he purchased his own land, gone into business with Henry Benson (BE-1), defended the government in Bacon's Rebellion, defended his home and settlement from Indian attack, became part of the military establishment, and wrote a number of grievances, he had also started a business across the Potomac River in Maryland.
In 1677, the Archives of Maryland records in Chancery, October 6th, the following:
"Cadwallader Jones & Samuel Leadbeater, all papers relateing to this cause were delivered to the Chancellour by Order of this Thomas Carlisle & Court."
In Provincial Court Proceedings, 1677/78:
"Robert Carville Comand was given to the Sheriffe of St. Maryes agt. County that he Attach any the Goods or Chat in his bailywick to the Value of two thousand one hundred thirty three pounds of tobacco, & the same so Attached in his custody to keep untill the said Cadwallader Jones should by himselfe or his Attorney appeare here the Eleventh day of June in the third yeare of his Lordpps Dominion &c Annoaj Doni 1676. to answer unto Robert Carvile gentl in a plea of trespas upon the case..."
So Cadwallader was in hot water in Maryland.
From: Maryland State Archives, Proceedings of the Provincial Court, 1677-1678, Vol. 67, p.445.
In 1677, the Archives of Maryland records in Chancery, October 6th, the following:
"Cadwallader Jones & Samuel Leadbeater, all papers relateing to this cause were delivered to the Chancellour by Order of this Thomas Carlisle & Court."
In Provincial Court Proceedings, 1677/78:
"Robert Carville Comand was given to the Sheriffe of St. Maryes agt. County that he Attach any the Goods or Chat in his bailywick to the Value of two thousand one hundred thirty three pounds of tobacco, & the same so Attached in his custody to keep untill the said Cadwallader Jones should by himselfe or his Attorney appeare here the Eleventh day of June in the third yeare of his Lordpps Dominion &c Annoaj Doni 1676. to answer unto Robert Carvile gentl in a plea of trespas upon the case..."
So Cadwallader was in hot water in Maryland.
From: Maryland State Archives, Proceedings of the Provincial Court, 1677-1678, Vol. 67, p.445.
Thursday, July 5, 2012
CJ(11) : Logistics of the Mind
The following figure is my attempt to outline this area which became known as Mason's Neck. Accotynk (Accotink) and Pohick (Poheck) creeks are shown. The Potomac River is along the eastern boarder.[North being to the top.] The settlement of Colchester develops later, but becomes the center of this settlement area. The "Indian Path" is roughly outlined, to give a sense of the roadways which were to develop along the coastal settlements. It is called Stafford Co. in this patent of 1677.
The land area (14,114 acres) would be roughly 20 square mile along both sides of these creeks. I suspect that this was between these creeks extending some 5-6 miles up both waterways. A drawing will often help understand the logistics of the mind for those ancestors who lived so long ago.
Sunday, June 24, 2012
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Wednesday, June 6, 2012
CJ(11) : The List 1677
Lieut. Col. Cad. Jones (JO-1) and Mr. David Jones (JO-2) are credited with the transport of 282 persons on the patent of 29 December 1677. [Cavaliers and Pioneers, Vol.II, p. 191.] A host of surnames are given including an additional JONES. "Cad. Jones" and "Wm. Jones" are listed twice. This usually meant that the named individual was transported twice [a round trip] from the colonies to England, and back to the colonies. In some grants, it is clear that it is the same individual when the name is followed by "2x" or "twice". However in this listing, it could be possible that there were two separate Williams and two Cadwalladers.
It becomes clear why a coding system is necessary, when there are a few JONES to be identified and followed. William Jones (JO-3) and John Jones (JO-4) become the next on our what is to become a very long list of JONES.
"Mr. David Jones" would suggest that he is identified as one who would be recognized among the folks making the records, since the "Mr." is included in his naming. At this time, the only "David Jones" has already established himself in 1635, being "Over against Tapahnna Marsh" [CP, Vol. I, p. 25] He accumulates a fair amount of land along the James River in the area that was to be called "Weyanoke". A "Rice Hoe" had land close by in 1665 [CP, Vol.I, p.543] and this surname continues through our Cadwallader. I suspect that this David Jones (JO-2) is an uncle or 1st cousin.
An extensive listing of the surnames identify a number that are important in the family tree. Booth, Salisbury, Chamberlaine, Townesman (Towensend), Wood, Williams, Salley (Sallie), Hopkins, Smith, Wilson, Lewis, Davis, Griffeth, Butler, Powell, and a host of others are to be found. Making such a list is often helpful in showing a strong family relationship.
It becomes clear why a coding system is necessary, when there are a few JONES to be identified and followed. William Jones (JO-3) and John Jones (JO-4) become the next on our what is to become a very long list of JONES.
"Mr. David Jones" would suggest that he is identified as one who would be recognized among the folks making the records, since the "Mr." is included in his naming. At this time, the only "David Jones" has already established himself in 1635, being "Over against Tapahnna Marsh" [CP, Vol. I, p. 25] He accumulates a fair amount of land along the James River in the area that was to be called "Weyanoke". A "Rice Hoe" had land close by in 1665 [CP, Vol.I, p.543] and this surname continues through our Cadwallader. I suspect that this David Jones (JO-2) is an uncle or 1st cousin.
An extensive listing of the surnames identify a number that are important in the family tree. Booth, Salisbury, Chamberlaine, Townesman (Towensend), Wood, Williams, Salley (Sallie), Hopkins, Smith, Wilson, Lewis, Davis, Griffeth, Butler, Powell, and a host of others are to be found. Making such a list is often helpful in showing a strong family relationship.
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