Robert Lancaster, Sr. of Surry Co. VA

from the research of Nancy Lancaster Mathews, Duck River, TN

Lancaster, Robert Sr. (abt. 1631-1720) 1st generation

Son of Unknown (England)

1st Spouse: Lattes

2nd Spouse: Sarah, widow of 1st Daniel Lewis 2nd Richard Bennett Sr.

Lineage: Robert Sr. of Surry Co., VA

1631*Vital Records

Robert Lancaster Sr. (b. abt. 1631 England - d. 1720 Surry Co., VA)

1st wife Lettus (b. bef. 1651-d. bef. 1710 Surry Co., VA)

2nd Widow Sarah (widow) Lewis, Bennett (b. abt. 1627-d. 1722 Surry Co., VA)

Robert Lancaster Sr. may have had a brother William Lancaster who followed him over here.

1652*Surry Co., VA Court Records Books I and 2, pg. 4 (1652-1684)

November 7th 1652... Mr. John Dibdall did at Court held in this place volunteer and made in open court a petition signed by himself, Robert Lancashire and seventy others, and John Collier without timely redress to petition, etc.

1670*Surry Co., VA Court Records Book II, pg. 373 (1664-1671)

June 10th 1670... A list of ye tythables belonging to Lains (sic) Creek Parish. Listed: Robert Lancaster, 1 (one). (Note*I have not found the land purchase for this tax records, as of yet.)

1673*Surry Co., VA, Court Records, early list of tithables, and tax papers

1673- Robert Lancaster is listed

1675*Surry Co., VA Court Records

June 10th 1675... A list of ye tythables belonging to Lawnes (sic) Creek Parish. Listed: Robert Lancaster, 1 (one).

1677*Surry Co., VA, Court Minutes

1677- Robert Lancaster served on Jury Duty for the court of Surry Co., VA. Trial about the defendants of Bacon's Rebellion.

Notes*Bacons Castle- Virginia's oldest datable brick dwelling and America's only surviving High Jacobean Structure. Built by Arthur Allen in 1665, the house was occupied by rebel troops in 1676 during Bacon's Rebellion. This is now a tourist site, in Surry Co., VA.

1677*Surry Co., VA Court Records

June 9th 1677... A list of ye tythables belonging to Lawnes (sic) Creek Parish. Listed: Robert Lancaster, 1 (one).

1678*Surry Co., VA, Court Minutes

1678- Robert Lancaster served on Jury Duty for the court of Surry Co., VA.

1678*Surry Co., VA Court Records

October 8th 1678... A list of ye tythables belonging to Lawnes (sic) Creek Parish. Listed: Robert Lancaster, 1 (one).

1679*Surry Co., Patent Book 7, pg. 205

November 29th 1679... A patent was given to William Powell of Isle of Wight County, VA for land on a branch of the Nansemond River. His Grant was given for the transportation of six persons: John Davies, Elizabeth Brisly, Edward Welbank, Thomas Davies, Robert Lancaster, and Richard Miller.

1679*Surry Co., VA, Wills & Deeds, pg. 135

March 2nd 1679... Land transaction documents that Robert Lancaster purchased 150-acres from William Lyle which this property was on the Blackwater Swamp and is the natural border between Surry and Isle of Wight Co., VA.

1679*Surry Co., VA Court Records

June 10th 1679... A list of ye tythables belonging to Lawnes (sic) Creek Parish. Listed: Robert Lancaster, 1 (one).

1680*Isle of Wight Parish, Surry Co., VA, Will Book 2, pg. 377

1680- Will of Joseph Crocker, witnesses: Robert Lancaster.

1680*Surry Co., VA Court Records

May 8th 1680... A list of ye tythables belonging to Lawnes (sic) Creek Parish. Listed: Robert Lancaster, 1 (one).

1681*Surry Co., VA Court Records

June 8th 1681... A list of ye tythables belonging to Lawnes (sic) Creek Parish. Listed: Robert Lancaster, 1 (one).

1682*Surry Co., VA Court Records Book III, pg. (36) 36 (1672-1682)

June 10th 1682... A list of taken by Mr. Robert Caulfield. Listed: Robert Lancaster, (one) 1

1682*Isles of Wight Co., VA . / Nansemond Co., VA, Quakers in Virginia, by Miles White Jr.

December 14th 1682- John Collings Barnes married Mary Tooke first at a meeting of friends in the county of Isles of Wight on November 11th 1682 they published their marriage at the house of her father-in-law John Barnes, on December 14th 1682 in Nansemond Co., VA at a meeting of Friends. Witnesses: John Barnes, Walter Barklett, Robert Lace, John Shepard (Surry Co.), Edward Pancoast, James Johnston, William Goodman, Edward Tanner, Samuel Newton, Andrew Brown, William Hancock, Dennis Reathdon, Mary Lace, Jane Barnes, Alice Barlett, Barbery Hooles, Ann Seward, Alice Shepard (Surry Co.), Catherine Ronell, Lettis Lancaster, Jane Tannar, Elizabeth Hancock, Rebecca Goodman.

1683*Surry Co., VA Court Records

May 8th 1683... A list of ye tythables belonging to Lawnes (sic) Creek Parish. Listed: Robert Lancaster, 1 (one).

1684*Surry Co., VA Court Records

June 10th 1684... A list of ye tythables belonging to Lawnes (sic) Creek Parish. Listed: Robert Lancaster, 1 (one).

1685*Surry Co., VA Court Records

June 10th 1685... A list of ye tythables belonging to Lawnes (sic) Creek Parish. Listed: Robert Lancaster, 1 (one).

1685*Surry Co., VA, Wills and Administrations Book 3, pg. 59 (1671-1750)

May 15th 1685... Martin Thorne Estate dated May 15th 1685. Appraisement by Robert Lancaster, William Newsome and Matthew Swann.

1686*Surry Co., VA Court Records

June 10th 1686... A list of ye tythables belonging to Lawnes (sic) Creek Parish. Listed: Robert Lancaster, 1 (one).

1686*Surry Co., VA Court Records Book IV, pg. (549)-549 (1682-1691)

September 23rd 1686... Mr. Robert Lancaster is appointed Surveyor of the highways formerly allotted him by the vestry of Lawnes Creek Parish and ordered that he see them kept in good repair.

1687*Surry Co., VA, Militia "82 WILLIAM AND MARY COLLEGE QUARTERLY"

1687- Militia at a meeting of his Majesties Justices of the Peace for the county of Surry (October) Xber 19th 1687 present Major Samuel Swann, Mr. Robert Ruffin Mr. Francis Mason, Mr. Robert Randall. In obedience to an order of Council dated August (8br) ye 24th 1687 requiring that the Colonels and Justices of every county doeth (?)- 82 WILLIAM AND MARY COLLEGE QUARTERLY take an account of all the ablest Freeholders and Inhabitants in their respective counties that are qualified either in Estate or person to find and maintain a Man & Horse to be Listed in a Troop for that county or go themselves when occupation shall require and likewise an account of all other Freeholders and Inhabitants that are fit to be Listed per foot and return the same to his Excellency with all convenient speed. This Court having considered the Capacity and abilities of the several Freeholders and Inhabitants of this county doe most humbly present his Excellency the following persons for horse and foot, as they are here several set down (Viz:) For horse: Colonel Phil Ludwell, Wm. Rose a man and horse Thomas Bage 2, John Thompson, Xto Foster, Thomas Collier 4, Nicholas Meriwether, Walter Flood, Anthony Hardwick, Thomas Flood, Thomas Busby, John Watkins, Joseph Ford, Captain Roger Potter, Hen. Tucker, Wm. Foreman, Thomas Drew, Thomas Bins, Robert Lancaster, Thomas Warren, Thomas Jarrett, George Williams, Tim Walker, Thomas High, Ni. Sessoms, Samuel Thompson, Wm. Gwaltney, John Edwards, Matthew Swann, James Jordan, Wm. Chambers, River Jordan, Wm. Gray, John King, Wm. Newsome, Wm. Simons, Wm. Newitt, Tim Easel Junior, John Holt, Thomas Bentley Junior, Wm. Hancock. Thomas Jolly, Roger Delk, Wm. Carpenter, Charles Jarred, John Barker, Wm. Steward a Quaker, Thomas Tias, Thomas Partridge a Quaker 23, Wm. Hunt, Walter Bartlett a Quaker 23, John Barnes a Quaker.

1687*Surry Co., VA Court Records Book IV, pg. 598 (1682-1691)

August 24th 1682... list of ablest Freeholders and inhabitants in county. Listed: Robert Lancaster.

1687*Surry Co., VA Court Records

June 10th 1687... A list of ye tythables belonging to Lawnes (sic) Creek Parish. Listed: Robert Lancaster, 1 (one).

1688*Surry Co., VA Court Records

June 10th 1688... A list of ye tythables belonging to Lawnes (sic) Creek Parish. Listed: Robert Lancaster, 1 (one).

1689*Surry Co., VA, Deed Book 4, pg. 135 (1687-1694)

January 6th 1689... Daniel Wade to Robert Lancaster sold 150-acres in Lawnes Creek Parish which "I bought of Alex Moore on July 4th 1682" and he had bought it from John Smith who had bought it from William Lyle and wife Judith Lyle on February 27th 1679. John Smith sold the other part of the tract to Thomas Barrow and Thomas Mathews and they sold it to Henry Norton and Henry Baker. Signed, Daniel Wade. Witnesses: Henry Tooker and William Edwards. Recorded January 7th 1689.

1689*Surry Co., VA Court Records Book IV, pg. 724 (1682-1691)

January 7th 1689... Daniel Wade appearing in Court and acknowledging a Deed of Sale of a parcel of land to Robert Lancaster to be his real Act and Deed it is admitted to record.

1689*Surry Co., VA, Deed Book 3, pg. 134

July 4th 1689- Robert Lancaster purchased with 2400 pounds of tobacco, and 150 acres of land in Lawne's Creek Parish on the July 4, 1689.

1689*Surry Co., VA Court Records

June 10th 1689... A list of ye tythables belonging to Lawnes (sic) Creek Parish. Listed: Robert Lancaster, 1 (one).

1690*Surry Co., VA Court Records

June 10th 1690... A list of ye tythables belonging to Lawnes (sic) Creek Parish. Listed: Robert Lancaster, 1 (one).

1691*Surry Co., VA, Wills and Administrations Book 4, pg. 240 (1671-1750)

January 2nd 1691...Will of Robert Caulfield, Leg: niece, Elizabeth, wife of William Holt, land purchased of William Gray, for want of heirs to go to William Holt. To Niece, Mary, wife of James Burton, land purchased of Joseph Rogers. If no heirs to James Burton, to nephew, John Steward "land left me by my father" on Hog Island. To William Cockerham, land purchased of Richard Jordan. To Mrs. Mary White to be paid her by Thomas Bins out of his debt to me. To Francis, daughter of Francis Mason: to Elizabeth daughter of Arthur Allen: Katherine, daughter of Arthur Allen: to James son of Arthur Allen: to Arthur Allen and "my sister, his wife". To Mrs. Elizabeth Holt: to Mrs. Francis Mason, to William Hancock and his wife. To Mr. Samuel Newton, to John Collins, to Charles Williams. To Mary his daughter where John Sugars lives. To wife, Elizabeth all estate in Virginia and England and makes her, Executrix. Dated January 2nd 1691 and probated January 19th 1691. Witnesses: Robert Lancaster, Phillip Shelley, John Crocker, Richard Morris, John Page, and Francis Taylor.

1691*Surry Co., VA Court Records Book V, pg. 9 (1691-1700)

September 1691... Mr. Mathew Swann, Mr. Robert Lancaster, Mr. William Newitt and Mr. Robert Crafford or any three of them are ordered, to appraise the Estate of Mr. William Newsome, deceased being thereunto first sworn before one of the Justices of this County, and ordered that the Executors of the said deceased produce the said appraisement to the next court and make oath thereto.

1691*Surry Co., VA Court Records Book V, pg. 54 (1691-1700)

1691- Robert Lancaster, being impaneled and sworn for Verdict, Jury Duty

1691*Surry Co., VA Court Records

June 10th 1691... A list of ye tythables belonging to Lawnes (sic) Creek Parish. Listed: Robert Lancaster, Sr. 1 (one) and Robert Lancaster, Jr.

1692*Surry Co., VA Court Records

June 10th 1692... A list of ye tythables belonging to Lawnes (sic) Creek Parish. Listed: Robert Lancaster, Sr. 1 (one) and Robert Lancaster, Jr.

1693*Surry Co., VA Court Records

June 10th 1693... A list of ye tythables belonging to Lawnes (sic) Creek Parish. Listed: Robert Lancaster, Sr. 1 (one) and Robert Lancaster, Jr.

1693*Surry Co., VA Court Records Book V, pg. 98 (1691-1700)

March 1693- Robert Lancaster, Jury Duty

1694*Surry Co., VA, Wills and Administrations, Book 5, pg. 20 (1671-1750)

May 7th 1694... Will of Thomas White, Leg: his estate to be divided between his wife Phyllis and children: Thomas, Mary, Rebecca, and Elizabeth. Sister-in-law, Elizabeth Ruffin, have the land and management of daughter Rebecca and her estate and place daughter Elizabeth and her estate with whom she pleases. Mr. Robert Lancaster to have the care of my son Thomas and daughter Mary and their estate. Make wife Phyllis Executrix. Elizabeth Ruffin and Robert Lancaster overseers of the will. Dated May 7th 1694 and probated September 4th 1694. Witnesses: Thomas Bage, W. Edwards, and John Thompson. (Note*I believe that Robert Lancaster's 1st. wife was a sister to this Thomas White.)

1694*Surry Co., VA Court Records Book V, pg. 110 (1691-1700)

September 1694- Robert Lancaster Jury Duty. Pg. 110

1694*Surry Co., VA, Wills and Administrations, pg. 112 (1671-1750)

September 1694... Phyllis the relit (sic) of Thomas White who by the said White in his last will in appointed sole Executrix thereof being summoned, by Robert Lancaster one of the overseers of the said will to prove the same, absolutely relinquished her right of Executorships as also to take administration of ye deceased Estate with the Will annexed. A commission of administration is granted William Edwards (as greatest Creditor) of the Estate of Thomas White, deceased (with the Will Annexed) (the said Will being proved in Court by the oath of Mr. John Thompson and ordered to further proved at the next court ye, other evidence to the said Will not being now present) the said Edwards giving security according to law. Robert Lancaster, entering himself in Court security for William Edwards due performance of his Administration on the Estate of Thomas White with annexed is accepted and ordered that they give bond accordingly. Mr. Mathew Swann, Mr. Thomas Hart and Mr. William Chambers or any two of them are ordered to appraise the Estate of Thomas White, deceased being thereunto first sworn before one of the Justices of the Peace for this County, and Ordered that William Edwards, Administrator of said deceased Estate do at the next Court present the same and make oath thereto.

(Note*Widow Phyllis White married Thomas Edwards after the death of Thomas White)

1694*Surry Co., VA Court Records

June 9th 1694... A list of ye tythables belonging to Lawnes (sic) Creek Parish. Listed: Robert Lancaster, Sr. 1 (one) , Robert Lancaster, Jr. (1) Samuel Lancaster (1)

1695*Surry Co., VA Court Records

June 9th 1695... A list of ye tythables belonging to Lawnes (sic) Creek Parish. Listed: Robert Lancaster, Sr. 1 (one) , Robert Lancaster, Jr. (1) Samuel Lancaster (1)

1696*Surry Co., VA Court Records

June 9th 1696... A list of ye tythables belonging to Lawnes (sic) Creek Parish. Listed: Robert Lancaster, Sr. 1 (one) , Robert Lancaster, Jr. (1) Samuel Lancaster (1)

1697*Surry Co., VA Court Records

June 9th 1697... A list of ye tythables belonging to Lawnes (sic) Creek Parish. Listed: Robert Lancaster, Sr. 1 (one) , Robert Lancaster, Jr. (1) Samuel Lancaster (1)

1698*Surry Co., VA Court Records

June 9th 1698... A list of ye tythables belonging to Lawnes (sic) Creek Parish. Listed: Robert Lancaster, Sr. 1 (one) , Robert Lancaster, Jr. (1) Samuel Lancaster (1)

1699*Surry Co., VA Court Records

June 9th 1699... A list of ye tythables belonging to Lawnes (sic) Creek Parish. Listed: Robert Lancaster, Sr. 1 (one) , Robert Lancaster, Jr. (1) Samuel Lancaster (1)

1700*Surry Co., VA Court Records

June 9th 1700... A list of ye tythables belonging to Lawnes (sic) Creek Parish. Listed: Robert Lancaster, Sr. 1 (one) , Robert Lancaster, Jr. (1) Samuel Lancaster (1)

1701*Surry Co., VA, Wills and Administrations Book 5, pg. 224 (1671-1750)

April 27th 1701... Henry Baker deceased estate dated April 27th 1701. Witnesses: Robert Lancaster, Nicholas Sessoms, and Charles Savage. Sarah Baker Executrix of Estate.

1701*Surry Co., VA Court Records

June 9th 1701... A list of ye tythables belonging to Lawnes (sic) Creek Parish. Listed: Robert Lancaster, Sr. 1 (one) , Robert Lancaster, Jr. (1) Samuel Lancaster (1)

1702*Surry Co., VA Court Records

June 9th 1702... A list of ye tythables belonging to Lawnes (sic) Creek Parish. Listed: Robert Lancaster, Sr. 1 (one) , Robert Lancaster, Jr. (1) Samuel Lancaster (1)

1703*Surry Co., VA Court Records

June 9th 1703... A list of ye tythables belonging to Lawnes (sic) Creek Parish. Listed: Robert Lancaster, Sr. 1 (one) , Robert Lancaster, Jr. (1) Samuel Lancaster (1)

1704*Quit Rent Rolls of Virginia, by Annie Laurie Wright Smith, pg. 53

Robert Lancaster was listed with 100 acres of land for rent rolls of Surry Co., VA. 1704

1704*Surry Co., VA, Court Records Book VI, pg. (49)-256 (1701-1711)

July 1704... John Simpson servant of Robert Lancaster who came into this Country in June last in the ship Katherine of New Haven, Somerset, Commander adjudge twelve years old.

1709*Surry Co., VA Deed Book 5, pg. 445 (1694-1709)

March 6th 1709... Thomas Lane and wife Jane Lane to William Newsome for 5-shillings sold 50-acres whereon said Lane lately lived in Lawnes Creek Parish adjoining the College Path and Phillip Clarke. Signed, Thomas Lane, Jane (X) Lane. Witnesses: William Chambers and Robert Lancaster. Recorded, March 7th 1709.

1710*Surry Co., VA, Marriage

Robert Lancaster Sr. married Sarah widow of 2nd husband Richard Bennett Sr.

(Richard Bennett Sr. died before February 1710 they married after this date.)

1713*Isles of Wight Co., VA, Wills and Administrations, pg. 557 (1647-1800)

April 27th 1713- Peter Deberry deceased. Appraisement by Robert Lancaster, Mathew Jones, John Davis and Richard Gray. Signed Elizabeth Deberry. Registered April 27th 1713.

1712-1718 Surry Co. VA Court Records, Book VII, pg. (124)-97 (1712-1718)

1712/18... In action of case between Robert Lancaster, plaintiff and John Kea, Defendants neither part appearing it is ordered that the same be dismissed.

1718*Isle of Wight Co., VA, Wills and Administrations, pg. 643 (1647-1800)

December 30th 1718... John Green deceased. Appraisal by Robert Lancaster, Roger Hodges, Phillip Wheaton, and Edward Miller. Registered December 30th 1718

1720*Isle of Wight Co., VA, Wills & Administrations, pg. 30 (1647-1800)

April 28th 1720... Will of Robert Lanquishire of the Upper Parish. Leg: Wife: granddaughter Unity Lanquishire: grandson Samuel Lancaster: grandson William Lancaster my plantation on the Blackwater at the death of my wife: granddaughter Lattés Pittman: granddaughter Ann Pittman: grandson Samuel Pittman: Son Samuel Lancaster: son-in-law Thomas Pittman (husband of Elizabeth): daughter Elizabeth Pittman: son Robert Lancaster: to son Robert's eldest daughter (Anne, Roberts daughter): Executrix: Wife and son Robert Lanquishear. Dated April 28th 1720 and registered May 23rd 1720. Witnesses: James Piland, Benjamin Hodge (Hodges), and Roger Ingram.

1720*Isles of Wight Co., VA, Great Book of Wills, pg. 28

The Will of Robert Lancaster, Sr. of Isle of Wight County, Virginia, registered in the Great Book, on page 28, is recorded.

Robert (Lancaster) Lanquishear of Upper Parish of Isle of Wight County being sick and weak by in sound and perfect sense and memory. First, I bequeath my Soul to God that gave it in hopes of glorious Resurrection at ye Last Day and my body to be decently buried according to ye discretion of my executors hereafter mentioned and all my worldly goods as please Almighty god to endue me with all I bestow them in manner and form following... Primis, I give and bequeath to my beloved wife my best feather bed and furniture belonging to it... Item, I give unto my wife three broke horses, named Fox, Derrick, and Puppy, and half ye cattle, half ye sheep, ye hogs, ye plantation at Blackwater, during her life and all ye pewter, that belonged to her before I married her and one ten gallon kettle and all ye rest of ye small brass, and ye iron pot, that was hers before I married her and her choice of ye couches, an small trunk, and my desire is that my two sons and daughter may bear their equal part with my wife in funeral charges and the doctor accounts....

I give and bequeath to my granddaughter Unity Lanquishear my next best feather bed, rug, and blanket, sheets belonging to it... Item, I do give and bequeath to my grandson Samuel Lanquishear one large iron pot with the hooks and hinges belonging... Item, I give to my grandson William Lanquishear ye plantation at Blackwater after my wife's decease to him and his heirs lawfully begotten of his own body.

Item, I do give to my granddaughter Lettis Pitman, one large brass kettle...Item, I do give to my granddaughter Ann Pitman, one small chest, lock and key...Item, I do give to my grandson Samuel Pitman, one young horse named, Spark...Item, I do give to my son Samuel Lanquishear one large table with a drawer in it...Item, I do give to my son-in-law, Thomas Pitman, one new cross cut saw...Item, I do give to my daughter Elizabeth Pitman, the silk handkerchiefs.

Item, I do give all my wearing clothes to be equally divided between my two sons, Samuel and Robert, all my tools as Carpenter's Coopers tools, to be equally divided between my two sons, Robert and Samuel.

I do give to my son Robert's Eldest daughter one bed, rugg, blankets, sheets, and my desired is that all remainder of my estate be equally divided between my two sons and daughter...I do ordain my loving wife, and my son to be my whole and sole Executor and Executrix of this my last will, renouncing all former wills that shall be produced as for Verbal or written and do assign this to be my last Will and Testament...as witness hereunto I have set my hand and fixed my seal this 28th day of April 1720... Signed Robert (RL) Lanquishear, his hand and seal... witnesses: James Piland, Benjamin (B.) Hodge, Roger (R) Ingram.

Robert Lancaster died between April 28th 1720 and May 23rd 1720. At a session of court held for Isle of Wight County, Virginia on May 23rd 1720, Robert Lancaster's will was presented to the court by Sarah, his widow, Executrix who made oath thereto and being proved of with witnesses is admitted to record, signed by H. Lightfoot, clerk. It should be noted that although the surname in the will is written as Lanquishear, the above court document records it as Lancaster. His estate was appraised by John Brantley, Richard Gray and Benjamin Hoddg (Hodges) (one of the witnesses of the will) and Robert Lancaster Jr.

1720*Isle of Wight Co., VA, Wills & Administrations, pg. 30 (1647-1800)

May 23rd 1720... Robert Lancaster deceased. Estate appraised by John Brantley, Richard Gray, and Benjamin Hodges. Ordered May 23rd 1720 and registered June 27th 1720, signed by Robert Lancaster.

1722*Isle of Wight Co., VA, Wills & Administrations, pg. 125 (1647-1800)

October 31st 1722... Will of Sarah Lancaster: Leg: granddaughter Ann Craft: Granddaughter Sarah Meeker, Granddaughter Ann Kea: To Mary Mangum, the daughter of John Mangum: To Sarah Mangum, the daughter of John Mangum: To Bridgett Bennett: the daughter of James Bennett: to Sarah Bennett, the daughter of James Bennett: Granddaughter Elizabeth Meeker: Granddaughter, Martha Meeker: To Susan Meeker: To Mary Usury: to my sister Elizabeth Hood: to Mary Sowdell, daughter Susanna Meeker: grandson Lewis Meeker: to Mary Jonas: To Benjamin Bell: to Samuel (?): remainder of my estate to my daughter Mary Bell also named Mary Bell to be executor. Dated October 31st 1722 and registered January 29th 1723. (Note*Heirs of the widow Sarah Lewis, Bennett, Lancaster, all of her children from her first marriage to Daniel Lewis, James Bennett is the son of her 2nd husband and his first wife, he may have been married to a daughter of Daniel and Sarah Lewis. Sarah and Robert Lancaster Sr. had no Issue's)

1722*Surry Co., VA, Marriage Records Book, pg. 8 (1700-1799)

Mary d/o Sarah Lancaster married Benjamin Bell 1722 Surry Co., VA, and Surety: John Harrison. D/o Daniel and Sarah Lewis. (widow of Robert Lancaster Sr.)

Surry Co., Virginia, Seventh Century, Daniel (d. 1679) and Sarah (?) Lewis, Sr.

(1) Daniel Lewis Jr. (b. bef. 1645 Surry Co., VA) married Susanna Bennett abt. 1666 (b. abt. 1648 Surry Co., VA, d/o of Richard and Anne Bennett) had issues: (a) Mary Lewis (b. 1668 Surry Co., VA) married Thomas Thorpe- (b) Martha Lewis (b. Surry Co., VA)

(2) Mary Lewis Lancaster married Benjamin Bell 1722 Surry Co., VA)

Surry Co., Virginia, Seventh Century Richard (b. 1725/27-d. December 9th 1709 Surry Co., VA) and 1st wife, Anne (Barnham or Utie) Bennett (d. aft. 1682), s/o Thomas (b. Somerset, England) and Alice (Pierce) Bennett of James City, Isles of Wight Co., VA

(1) Richard Bennett Jr. (b. 1646 Surry Co., VA-d. March 30th 1720 Surry Co., VA) married 1st Sarah, 2nd Ann- had a daughter Ann Bennett married John Bell

(2) Susanna Bennett (b. 1648 Surry Co., VA) married Daniel Lewis abt. 1666, s/o Daniel and Sarah Lewis, Sr- (a) Mary Lewis (b. abt. 1668 Surry Co., VA) married Thomas Thorpe- (b) Martha Lewis (b. Surry Co., VA)

(3) James Bennett (b. 1649 Surry Co., VA-d. 1752 Southwark Parish, Surry Co., VA) married Mary Rogers bef. 1698, d/o William Rogers- had issues: (a) William Bennett (b. 1698 Isles of Wight Co., VA)- (b) James Bennett (b. 1702 Isle of Wight Co., VA)- (c) John Bennett (b. 1704 Isles of Wight Co., VA)- (d) Ann Bennett (b. 1706 Isles of Wight Co., VA)- (e) Martha Bennett (b. 1708 Isles of Wight Co., VA)- (f) Lucy Bennett (b. 1710 Isles of Wight Co., VA)- (g) Sarah Bennett (b. 1712 Isles of Wight Co., VA)- (h) Bridget Bennett (b. Isles of Wight Co., VA)- (i) Samuel Bennett (b. 1714 Surry Co., VA)- (j) Benjamin Bennett (b. 1716 Surry Co., VA)- (k) Mary Bennett (b. Surry Co., VA)

(4) Martha Bennett (b. 1650 Surry Co., VA) married Mr. Lewis

Note*The wife mentioned in (Richard Bennett's) will was Sarah Bennett (his 2nd wife) and she subsequently married Robert Lancaster his will was probated in 1720. Sarah Bennett Lancaster made her will October 31st 1722 and probated January 29th 1723.

Children of Robert and Lattes Lancaster Sr.

(1) Robert Lancaster Jr. (b. 1669 Surry Co., VA-d. 1738) married Judith Clary

(2) Samuel Lancaster (b. 1673 Surry Co., VA-d. 1760) married 1st Elizabeth Harris 2nd Elizabeth (Holleman?)

(3) Elizabeth Lancaster (b. 1678 Surry Co, VA-d. aft. September 26th 1761 Edgecombe Co., NC) married Thomas Pitman abt. 1708

Lancaster, Samuel Sr. (1673-1761) 2nd generation

Son of Robert and Lattes Lancaster Sr.

1st Spouse: Elizabeth Harris, d/o John and Unity Harris

2nd Spouse: Elizabeth (Holleman?)

Lineage: Samuel Sr.>Robert Sr. of Surry Co., VA

1673*Surry Co., VA, Vital Records

Samuel Lancaster Sr. (b. bef. 1673 Surry Co., VA-d. bef. February 16th 1761 Surry Co., VA)

Elizabeth Harris (b.

Elizabeth (Holleman?) (b.

1694*Surry Co., VA Court Records

June 9th 1694... A list of ye tythables belonging to Lawnes (sic) Creek Parish. Listed: Robert Lancaster, Sr. 1 (one) , Robert Lancaster, Jr. (1) Samuel Lancaster (1)

1695*Surry Co., VA Court Records

June 9th 1695... A list of ye tythables belonging to Lawnes (sic) Creek Parish. Listed: Robert Lancaster, Sr. 1 (one) , Robert Lancaster, Jr. (1) Samuel Lancaster (1)

1696*Surry Co., VA Court Records

June 9th 1696... A list of ye tythables belonging to Lawnes (sic) Creek Parish. Listed: Robert Lancaster, Sr. 1 (one) , Robert Lancaster, Jr. (1) Samuel Lancaster (1)

1697*Surry Co., VA Court Records

June 9th 1697... A list of ye tythables belonging to Lawnes (sic) Creek Parish. Listed: Robert Lancaster, Sr. 1 (one) , Robert Lancaster, Jr. (1) Samuel Lancaster (1)

1698*Lawnes Creek Parish, Surry Co., VA, Tax Records

Samuel Lancaster listed on Tax records

1698*Surry Co., VA Court Records

June 9th 1698... A list of ye tythables belonging to Lawnes (sic) Creek Parish. Listed: Robert Lancaster, Sr. 1 (one) , Robert Lancaster, Jr. (1) Samuel Lancaster (1)

1699*Surry Co., VA Court Records

June 9th 1699... A list of ye tythables belonging to Lawnes (sic) Creek Parish. Listed: Robert Lancaster, Sr. 1 (one) , Robert Lancaster, Jr. (1) Samuel Lancaster (1)

1700*Surry Co., VA Court Records

June 9th 1700... A list of ye tythables belonging to Lawnes (sic) Creek Parish. Listed: Robert Lancaster, Sr. 1 (one) , Robert Lancaster, Jr. (1) Samuel Lancaster (1)

1701*Surry Co., VA Court Records

June 9th 1701... A list of ye tythables belonging to Lawnes (sic) Creek Parish. Listed: Robert Lancaster, Sr. 1 (one) , Robert Lancaster, Jr. (1) Samuel Lancaster (1)

1702*Surry Co., VA Court Records

June 9th 1702... A list of ye tythables belonging to Lawnes (sic) Creek Parish. Listed: Robert Lancaster, Sr. 1 (one) , Robert Lancaster, Jr. (1) Samuel Lancaster (1)

1703*Surry Co., VA Court Records

June 9th 1703... A list of ye tythables belonging to Lawnes (sic) Creek Parish. Listed: Robert Lancaster, Sr. 1 (one) , Robert Lancaster, Jr. (1) Samuel Lancaster (1)

1707*Surry Co., VA, Deed Book 5, pg. 401 (1694-17090

November 2nd 1707... Carter Crafford and wife Sarah Crafford, of Lawnes Creek Parish to William Phillips of the same for 21-pounds 15-shillings sold 100-acres in Lawnes Creek Parish (part of the land sold by Mr. Robert Crafford and wife, Elizabeth Crafford, to Matthew Swann who gave it to his daughter, Sarah Swann, in his will dated December 14th 1702.) Land is bounded by said Phillips and Col. Phillip Ludwell, and Carters Swamp. Signed, Carter Crafford, Sarah (x) Crafford. Witnesses: Thomas Waller, Samuel Lancaster and Nicholas (X) Thompson and recorded November 2nd 1708.

1707*Surry Co., VA, Deed Book 5, pg. 402 (1694-1709)

November 2nd 1708... Bond of Carter Crafford of Lawnes Creek Parish to William Phillips for the land sold by Mr. Robert Crafford and wife Elizabeth Crafford to Matthew Swann, now deceased. The land was willed by Matthew Swann to Mary Phillips the wife of William Phillips and to Sarah Crafford now wife of Carter Crafford and by there conveyed to William Phillips. Signed Carter Crafford. Witnesses: Thomas Waller, Samuel Lancaster and Nicholas (x) Thompson. Recorded, November 2nd 1708.

1708*Surry Co., VA, Court Order Book [1691-1713], pg. 314

November 2nd 1708- Samuel Lancaster was missed in the original tax list and to be added to the tax roll.

1708*Surry Co., VA, Court Order Book [1691-1713]

November 9th 1708- Samuel Lancaster was granted the administration of the estate of John Harris. Security by Samuel Lancaster, William Chambers and John Harris on the estate of Unity Harris, deceased.

1711*Surry Co., VA Will Book 6, pg. 97

January 24th 1711... Will of James Allen, Leg: to brother Arthur Allen 1400-acres of land granted to me by Patent on April 25th 1701 situated on the south side main Blackwater Swamp, part in Surry and part in Isle of Wight, except 700-acres of land which I have sold to Thomas Pittman, and Samuel Lancaster and 300-acres which I have sold to Robert Lancaster Jr. and also 200-acres which I have sold to Joseph Wall, all of which said three parcels of land on part are part of above patent, and I gave them to my loving brother, John Allen and his heirs, etc. and he confirms the three pieces of land to said parties as soon as possible after my decease bequeaths Negro slaves to loving mother, Katherine Allen, for her life, at her death to brother, Joseph Allen. To Margaret Crocker wife of John Crocker 1000 lbs. tobacco, to cousin, Arthur Bridger, when he is 21 to be paid by executors and small silver tankard Val four pounds. Rest of estate to be divided between all my brothers and sister, viz. Elizabeth Bridger, wife of William Bridger, John Allen, Arthur Allen, Ann Allen, Mary Allen and Joseph Allen. All to receive legacy at 18 years old. Makes brother, John Allen, Executor, dated January 24th 1711 witnesses: Thomas Drew, Richard Taylor. Probated February 20th 1711.

1712*Surry Co., VA Deed Book 6, pg. 114 (1709-1715)

August 19th 1712... John Allen, Gentleman, to Samuel Lancaster for 5-shillings sold 350-acres on south side of Blackwater Swamp (part of a patent to James Allen on April 25th 1701 for 1400-acres and by him willed to John Allen) and bounded by Robert Lancaster, Jr. and Thomas Pittman. Signed, John Allen. Recorded August 20th 1712.

1712-1718 Surry Co., VA, Court Records, Book VII, pg. (7)-399 (1712-1718)

August Term 1712... John Allen appearing in Court and acknowledging Deeds of Lease and Release and Bond for a certain tract of land sold to Samuel Lancaster the same are therefore ordered to be recorded.

1716*Surry Co., VA Deed Book 7, pg. 40 (1715-1730)

November 20th 1716... Henry Hart eldest son and heir of Ann Sheppard who was sister and heir of John Sheppard to John Allen land on lower Chip Oakes (now in the possession of Samuel Cornwell of Lawnes Creek Parish or Lemuel Hargrove and Charles Pitts as tenants to the said Cornwell). Land was supposed to be conveyed to the said Cornwell by Thomas Hart, deceased, late of Isle of Wight County. Land was first devised to the above John Sheppard who willed it to his heir at law, Henry Hart. Signed, Henry Hart. Witnesses: Samuel Lancaster, Joseph Allen, and Francis (X) Holmes. Registered January 16th 1716.

1720*Surry Co., VA Deeds, Wills, Est. 7, pg. 297 (1715-1730)

February 14th 1720... Thomas Pittman, and wife Elizabeth, of Isles of Wight County to Thomas White of the same for 10-pounds lawful money 200-acres on south side of Main Blackwater Swamp adjoining Thomas Holloman (as by a patent granted said Pittman on December 23rd 1714.) Signed, Thomas (X) Pitman, Elizabeth (x) Pittman. Witnesses: Joseph Holloman and Samuel Lancaster. Registered February 16th 1720.

1722*Isle of Wight Co., VA, Great Book, Vol. 2, pg. 506 (1715-1726)

January 2nd 1722... Thomas Pittman Jr. and wife Elizabeth of Isles of Wight County to Samuel Lancaster of Surry County 100-acres on the south side of the main Blackwater Swamp being the upper part of 350-acres granted James Allen on April 25th 1701 who sold it to said Pittman. Signed, Thomas (x) Pittman, Elizabeth (x) Pittman. Witnesses: Robert Lancaster and Joseph Holloman.

1722*Isles of Wight Co., VA, Great Book, Vol. 2, pg. 506 (1715-1728)

December 24th 1722... Thomas Pittman, Jr. and wife Elizabeth Pittman of Isle of Wight County to Samuel Lancaster of Surry County 100-acres on the south side of the main Blackwater Swamp being the upper part of 350-acres granted James Allen on April 25th 1701 who sold it to said Pittman. Signed Thomas & Elizabeth Pittman, Jr. Wit: Robert Lancaster and Joseph Holloman. Registered, December 24th 1722.

1722*Isles of Wight Co., VA, Great Book, Vol. 2, pg. 508 (1715-1728)

December 24th 1722... Thomas Pittman, Jr. and wife Elizabeth Pittman, to John Pittman 250-acres on the south side of the main Blackwater Swamp at the mouth of the Little Swamp. Signed, Thomas & Elizabeth Pittman. Registered, December 24th 1722. Witnesses: Robert Lancaster and Samuel Lancaster.

1735*Surry Co., VA, Book 8, pg. 514

April 6th 1735... Will of Benjamin Champion, Leg: To son John, my plantation where I now live after my wife's decease and Cider Mill. To son, Charles, all my Cypress timber above ye main swamp, Trooper's saddle, arms and camlet coats. To son, Benjamin wearing clothes, ect. Daughter Elizabeth, bed, pewter dishes and plates, ect. Daughter, Anne, pewter dishes and plates, etc. Daughter Mary, pewter dishes and plates, etc. Wife all rest of estate and makes her executor. Probated September 17th 1735. Witnesses: Charles Binned, Samuel Lancaster, and John Wall.

1736*Surry Co., VA, Wills, Estates, Inv., pg. 655 (1730-1800)

February 16th 1736... Mary Holloman, Inventory. Recorded, February 16th 1736. Josiah and John Holloman, Executor. James Washington, Richard Blow, and Samuel Lancaster appraisers.

1736*Surry Co., VA, Wills, Estates, Inv., pg. 600 (1730-1800)

June 16th 1736... Elizabeth Champion: Inventory recorded June 16th 1736. Charles Champion administrator: Robert Lancaster and Samuel Lancaster and Thomas Bell appraisers

1736*Surry Co., VA, Wills, Estates, Inv., pg. 654 (1730-1800)

October 20th 1736... John Holloman. Inventory. Josiah John Holloman administrator. James Washington, Richard Blow and Samuel Lancaster, Appraisers. Registered February 16th 1736.

1740*Surry Co., Deeds, Wills, Etc. 9, pg. 219 (1738-1754)

October 15th 1740... Account of Sale of Estate of John Owen by Roger Delk administrator listed many one being, Samuel Lancaster.

1745*Surry Co., VA Marriage

Samuel Lancaster married after August 23rd 1745 for the 2nd time. He gives land to his living children before his 2nd marriage occurs.

1745*Surry County, VA, Deed Book 4, page 390, dated, August 23, 1745

Samuel Lancaster deeded to his son, John Lancaster, for Love and Affection... 100 acres on southside of the main Blackwater Swamp in Albemarle Parish (being land granted to James Allen on April 21, 1701. This 100 acres is the upper part of 350 acres which was sold to the said Samuel Lancaster). Land is bounded by the Great Branch and the Huckleberry Branch. Signed, Samuel Lancaster. Witnesses: Lawrence Lancaster, Joseph Lancaster, Joseph Holliman, and William Drake.

John Witnessed, the deed of Samuel Lancaster, to his brother Robert Lancaster, also.

1745*Isle of Wight Co., VA, Deed Book 7, pg. 290 (1744-1747)

August 23rd 1745... Samuel Lancaster of Albemarle Parish in Surry County to William Drake of Nottoway Parish in Isles of Wight deeded 150-acres on the south side of main swamp adjoining the land formerly Thomas Pittman's. Signed, Samuel Lancaster. Witnesses: Robert Lancaster, Joseph Lancaster, Arthur Crocker, Joseph Holloman, Nicholas Thompson, and Lawrence Lancaster. Registered March 24th 1745.

1745*Isles of Wight Co., VA, Deed Book 7, pg. 163 (1744-1747)

August 23rd 1745... Samuel Lancaster of Surry County to his son Robert Lancaster of Isle of Wight County deeded 100-acres on Blackwater Swamp in the upper parish (being the upper part of a patent for 350-acres granted James Allen on April 23rd 1701 who sold it to Thomas Pittman). Signed Samuel Lancaster. Witnesses: Joseph Lancaster, Arthur Crocker, Joseph Holloman, William Drake and John (x) Lancaster. Registered August 26th 1745.

1755*Surry Co., VA, Order Book [1753-1757], pg. 194

April 15th 1755- Samuel Lancaster was exempted from taxes because of his age.

1758*Isle of Wight Co., VA, Deed Book 9, pg. 534 (1752-1758)

March 2nd 1758... Samuel Lancaster, and wife Elizabeth of Surry County to Mary Betts of Southampton County deeded 110-acres of the south side of Pagan Creek adjoining Willis. Witnesses: Benjamin Gwaltney, Henry Lancaster, and Joseph (x) Crocker. Signed, Samuel & Elizabeth Lancaster. Registered March 2nd 1758.

1760*Surry Co., VA, Deed Book 7, pg. 10 (1753-1760)

March 15th 1760... Samuel Lancaster to Samuel Bailey for 30-pounds current money sold 100-acres on south side of main Blackwater Swamp and bounded by said Bailey and John Griffin. Signed, Samuel Lancaster. Witnesses: Joseph Holloman, Benjamin Bailey, and Anselm Bailey, Jr. Registered July 15th 1760. Elizabeth Lancaster appeared in court to relinquish her rights to dower to this property, dated August 19th 1760.

1760*Surry Co., VA, Deed Book 7, pg. 18 (1753-1760)

September 16th 1760... John Griffin and wife, Elizabeth Griffin, of Surry County and Joseph Griffin and wife, Elizabeth Griffin, of Nansemond County to Richard Preson sold 100-acres on south side of main Blackwater Swamp and bounded by Samuel Lancaster and Thomas White. Signed, John Griffin, Elizabeth Griffin, Joseph Griffin, and Elizabeth. Witnesses: William Edwards, William Andrews, and Thomas Griffin. Recorded August 19th 1760.

1761*Surry Co., VA, Wills, Estates, Inv., pg. 241 (1730-1800)

December 28th 1760... Will of Samuel Lancaster of Surry Co., VA, Leg: Joseph Holloman executor To Daughters: Silvis and Elizabeth Lancaster, wife Elizabeth and friend: Arthur Holloman. Witnesses: John White and Nathan Williford. Registered, January 20th 1761.

1761*Surry Co., VA, Wills, Estates, Inv., pg. 244 (1730-1800)

January 21st 1761... Samuel Lancaster. Inventory. Dated January 21st 1761 and recorded February 17th 1761. Appraisers: Charles Holt, Charles Thompson, and Aaron Wall.

1761*Surry Co., VA, Court Order Book [1757-1763], pg. 273

March 17th 1761- Church Wardens of the Parish are ordered to bind out Silvia and Elizabeth Lancaster, orphan of Samuel Lancaster deceased.

1768*Surry Co., VA, Wills, Estates, Inv., pg. 494 (1730-1800) (over 18 yrs.)

November 9th 1767... Will of Silvia Lancaster, Nunc: dated November 9th 1767 and recorded April 19th 1768. Mother: Elizabeth Lancaster. Sister: Elizabeth Lancaster. Witnesses: Thomas Betts and wife Sarah of Isles of Wight County (at whose house she died).

Children of Samuel and Elizabeth (Harris) Lancaster Sr.

(1) Robert Lancaster (b. 1702 Surry Co., VA) married Martha

(2) Unity Lancaster (b. abt. 1704 - d. bef. August 23rd 1745 Surry Co., VA) married 1st w/o Thomas Betts, his first wife had one Issue: Mary Betts

(3) John Lancaster (abt. 1711 Surry Co., VA) married Elizabeth

(4) Mary Lancaster (b. 1709) married William Drake

Children of Samuel and Elizabeth (Holloman?) Lancaster Sr. (aft. 1745)

(5) Silvia Lancaster (b. bet. 1745-1749-d. November 9th 1767 at the home of Thomas & Sarah Betts) Single

(6) Elizabeth Lancaster (b. aft. 1745 Surry Co., VA) Single

Lancaster, Robert (1702- ) 3rd generation

Son of Samuel & Elizabeth (Harris) Lancaster Sr.

Spouse: Martha Sr.

Lineage: Robert>Samuel Sr.>Robert Sr. of Surry Co., VA

1702*Surry Co., VA, Vital Records

Robert Lancaster (b. 1703 Surry Co., VA)

Martha (?) Lancaster (b. abt. 1706 Surry Co., VA)

1736*Isles of Wight Co., VA, Deed Book 5, page 74, dated, October 21, 1736

Robert Lancaster, witnesses a deed of sale, between Thomas & Susannah Crafford, of Isles of Wight Co., to George Bell of same. Registered, November 22, 1736.

1738*Surry Co., Deeds, Wills, Etc. 9, pg. 48 (1738-1754)

March 21st 1738... Account current of Estate of Elizabeth Champion deceased. I, Charles Champion, administrator, lists "Colonel Allen for Probation of my father's will", for my mother" then the list continues with many, Samuel Lancaster Jr. William Lancaster, Lawrence Lancaster, Robert Lancaster Jr., Robert Lancaster, Pittman's listed also, many other names associated with the Lancaster family out of Surry Co., VA. (Note*Robert Lancaster was living in Isles of Wight Co., VA, at this time.

1744*Isle of Wight Co., VA, Deed Book 7, pg. 186 (1744-1747)

March 7th 1744... Benjamin Pittman and wife Fortune Pittman of Nottoway Parish to his friend Thomas Pretloe of the same deeded 240-acres (being part of a patent for 590-acres dated March 13th 1743) adjoining Proctors Ferry, Copohonk Branch, Williford, and Micajah Edwards. Signed Benjamin & Fortune Pittman. Witnesses: Robert Lancaster, John Williford, Charles Cosby, Thomas Holloman, and Lawrence Lancaster. Registered, September 23rd 1745.

1745*Southampton Co., VA, Deed Book 1 (1749-1753), by John Anderson Brayton

June 7, 1745... (104) pg. 220-221, Recorded May 9, 1751, Lawrence Lancaster of Isle of Wight in Nottaway Parish and Soloman Delk of same place, to divide said land that formerly did belong to Edward Moreland, deceased; we pledge in sum of 50-pounds cmV, quantity of land falling to Solomon Delk is 85-acres; Witnesses: Thomas Pretlow, Robert Lancaster, Samuel Lancaster, Joseph T. Pitman, Arthur (x) Williams; Signed: Lawrence Lancaster and Soloman Delk

(Note*Edward Moreland died intestate before December 1729, and his wife Unity signed the appraisal of his estate, Isle of Wight Co., VA. Will Book 3, pg. 191.)

1745*Isle of Wight Co., VA, Deed Book 7, pg. 290 (1744-1747)

August 23rd 1745... Samuel Lancaster of Albemarle Parish in Surry County to William Drake of Nottoway Parish in Isles of Wight deeded 150-acres on the south side of main swamp adjoining the land formerly Thomas Pittman's. Signed, Samuel Lancaster. Witnesses: Robert Lancaster, Joseph Lancaster, Arthur Crocker, Joseph Holloman, Nicholas Thompson, and Lawrence Lancaster. Registered March 24th 1745.

1745*Isles of Wight Co., VA, Deed Book 7, pg. 163 (1744-1747)

August 23rd 1745... Samuel Lancaster of Surry County to his son Robert Lancaster of Isle of Wight County deeded 100-acres on Blackwater Swamp in the upper parish (being the upper part of a patent for 350-acres granted James Allen on April 23rd 1701 who sold it to Thomas Pittman). Signed Samuel Lancaster. Witnesses: Joseph Lancaster, Arthur Crocker, Joseph Holloman, William Drake and John (x) Lancaster. Registered August 26th 1745.

1749*After Isle of Wight County, Virginia had been divided and Southampton County was formed in 1749, Robert Lancaster sold his property.

1753*Southampton County, Virginia, Deed Book 2, pg. 28

December 10, 1753 ... Robert Lancaster of Southampton Co., to Jordan Thomas of Isles of Wight County, Virginia. The land that was described as located in Nottoway Parish on the Blackwater River at Proctor's Ferry, adjacent to James Smith line

1754*Southampton Co., VA, Wills & Administrations, Book II, pg. 154 (1775-1800)

September 13th 1754... Will of James Smith, Leg: wife Mary, son John, grandson James Smith, daughter Mary. Executrix: wife Mary and son John Smith. Registered September 13th 1754. Witnesses: Robert Lancaster, John Lithgee

1756*Isles of Wight Co., VA, Deed Book 9, pg. 427 (1752-1758)

August 5th 1756... Jordan Thomas, Merchant of Edgecombe Co., in North Carolina appoints Richard Baker of Isles of Wight as his attorney to sell a tract of land in Newport Parish 400-acres purchased of William Flake 150-acres of land purchased of Richard Foster 270-acres in Southwark Parish purchased of William Clarke and 100-acres in Nottoway Parish in Southampton County purchased of Robert Lancaster. Witnesses: Jordan Thomas, Joseph Bridger, Richard Kellow and Benjamin Baker. Registered August 5th 1756.

1760*Isles of Wight Co., VA, Wills and Administrations, pg. 53 (1647-1800)

December 13th 1760... Will of Joseph Crocker: leg. Son Samuel: son Robert: my father-in-law Robert Lancaster to have the use of my son Robert's land until he is twenty-one: daughter Martha: daughter Mary: William Williford is to have my son Samuel: Robert Lancaster my son Robert: Elizabeth Jones, my daughter Martha: Martha Jr. (Lancaster) my daughter Mary. Ex. William Williford. Dated December 13th 1760 and registered February 5th 1761. Witnesses: Thomas Pretloe, Elizabeth Crocker, Olive Crocker, and Arthur Crocker. William Williford refused the executorships Thomas Pretloe qualified.

Children of Robert and Martha Sr., Lancaster

(1) Benjamin Lancaster (b. 1724-d. 1793 Edgecombe Co., NC) married Lucy Delk

(2) Catherine Lancaster (b. 1726 Surry Co., VA) married Joseph Crocker

(3) Martha Lancaster Jr. (b. 1728 Surry Co., VA) married John Holloman, 1746

(4) Robert R. Lancaster Sr. (b. 1732 Surry Co., VA-d. bef. May 1806 Nash Co., NC) married (Sarah?)

(5) Henry Lancaster (b. 1734 Surry Co., VA-d. bef. December 1786 Surry Co., VA) married Martha

(6) Jesse Lancaster (b. 1736 Surry Co., VA) resided Bladen Co., NC

(7) Hartwell Lancaster (b. 1738 Surry Co., VA-d. bef. 1810 Moore Co., NC)

(8) John Lancaster (b. 1745 Surry Co., VA)

(9) Maybe More Children

Lancaster, Benjamin Sr. (bef. 1726-1793) 4th generation

Child of Robert and Martha Lancaster of Surry Co., VA

Spouse: Lucy Delk, d/o Roger Delk Jr.

Lineage: Benjamin Sr.>Robert I>Samuel>Robert Sr. of Surry Co., VA

1726*Surry Co., VA, Vital Records

Benjamin Lancaster Sr. (b. bef. 1726 Surry Co., VA-d. Bef. November 1793 Edgecombe Co., NC)

Lucy (Delk) Lancaster (b. bef. 1729 Surry Co., VA-d. NC)

1747*Isle of Wight Co., VA, Deed Book 8, pg. 64 (1747-1752)

March 10th 1747... Arthur Crocker to William Crocker sold 100-acres on the north side of Black water Swamp adjoining Proctors Ferry, John Holloman and Taylor (being part of a tract called "Proctors"). Signed, Arthur Crocker. Witnesses: John Woodward, Thomas Betts, and Benjamin Lancaster. Registered March 10th 1747. (Benjamin born bef. 1726)

1752*Southampton Co., VA, Deed Book 1 (1749-1753), by John Anderson Brayton

March 2, 1752- (191) pp. 380-382- Recorded, August 13, 1752: Roger Delk of Surry Co., VA to Benjamin Bailey of Southampton Co., VA cons. 18-pounds cm, land on southside Main Blackwater Swamp; beginning at a corner pine of John Halliman and Thomas Halliman's land, by Thomas Halliman's line to a red oak, by Thomas Halliman's line to a pine, by Thomas Hallimans line to a red oak, to a lightwood stake in Benjamin Pitmans line, by a line of marked trees to a stake in Joseph Griffins line, to a pine in "Robert Meser's line, to a red oak, to an oak, to a lightwood stake in John Hallimans line, to a red oak, to a pine, to beginning, land formerly granted by patent to John Procter; Witnesses: Samuel Bailey, Thomas Prelow, Benjamin Lancaster, Robert Lancaster, Trail Bailey; signed Roger Delk; mem: March 2nd 1752, pleas and quarters seiz. (same wit. and sig.)

1758*Surry Co., VA, Deed Book 7, pg. 433 (1753-1760)

September 7th 1758... Dolphin Drew and wife Mary Drew of Isles of Wight County to Benjamin Phillips of Surry County for 35-pounds current money sold 150-acres in Southwark Parish bounded by Pocatinck Swamp, John Ruffin, the Green Swamp and John Honeycutt. Signed Dolphin Drew. Witnesses: Carter Crafford, John Mead, and Benjamin Lancaster, registered September 19th 1758.

1762*Isles of Wight Co., VA, Wills & Administrations, pg. 457 (1647-1800)

April 8th 1762... Will of John Cook, Leg: nephew Dempsey Cook: nephew Mathews Harris, son of Michael and Sarah Harris. Executor brother Nathan Cook dated April 18th 1762. Witnesses: Peter

Woodward, Benjamin Lancaster, William Harris, and Benjamin Bailey. Security Jethro Gale. Registered January 2nd 1777.

1768*Edgecombe Co., NC, Deed Book D, pg. 55-(72)

November 22nd 1768... John (x) Proctor of Edgecombe Co. deeded to Aaron Hargrove of

Same county November 22nd 1768 for 5-pounds proclamation sold 100-acres which was part of a grant to said Proctor February 22nd 1761 on the south side of Tyancokey swamp, joining School House Branch, said John Proctor. Witnesses: Etheldred Ruffin, Thomas Dixon, and Benjamin Lancaster. February Court 1769 James Hall, CC

1770*Edgecombe Co., NC, Court Minutes, Book II, pg. 272 (1763-1774)

May-August 1770... Ordered that the following hands be added to the road whereof

William Cohoon is overseer to witness Lewis Griffins, Thomas Hensley (Hensley), Benjamin Hensley (Hensley), Benjamin Lancaster, Richard Swanson, John Thomas, and William Proctor.

1771*Edgecombe Co., NC, Deed Book 2, pg. 774-(187) (acquires 200 acres)

October 7th 1771... Robert Lancaster of Edgecombe Co. to Benjamin Lancaster of the same county October 7th 1771 for 10-pounds proclamation sold 200-acres on Tyancokey Swamp, joining Cohoon, said Robert Lancaster. Witnesses: Duncan Lamon, Thomas Herbert. January Court 1775, Edward Hall, CC.

1773*Surry Co., VA, Wills, Estates, Inv. Pg. 291 (1730-1800)

February 10th 1773... Will of Roger Delk Jr. of Surry County, VA. Richard Hardy, Executor. Sons: William, Rhodewell (not 21), and daughters: Mary Mavery, Ann Allen, Lucy Lancaster, and Elvira Delk. Grandchildren: Moreland Delk, Nancy Delk daughter of William: Children of Mary Mavery. Witnesses: Richard Hardy, Charles Clary and Nathaniel James. Registered April 27th 1773.

1775*Edgecombe Co., NC, Court Minutes, Book III, pg. 10 (1775-1785)

January 1775... A Deed of Sale from Robert Lancaster to Benjamin Lancaster, proved by the Oath Duncan Lamon.

1777*Edgecombe Co., NC, Deed Book 3, pg. 975-(217) (acquires 157-acres)

October 14th 1777... Duncan Lamon of Edgecombe Co. sold to Benjamin Lancaster of the same county dated October 14th 1777 for 50-pounds proclamation sold 157-acres, joining the mouth of Meadow Branch. Witnesses: Arched Lamon, John Cohoon recorded October Court 1777 Edward Hall, CC.

1777*Edgecombe Co., Deed Book 3, pg. (311)

October 13th 1777... Duncan Lamon of Edgecombe Co. to Willis McDade of the same county, October 13th 1777 for 50-pounds Proclamation money sold a tract of 217-acres on the south side of Tar River and adjoining Rension Tisdale, it being part of a Granville grant to Rension Tisdale bearing date October 15th 1761, and by him conveyed to Duncan Lamon. Witnesses: Arched Lamon, Benjamin Lancaster.

1778*Edgecombe Co., NC, Deed Book 3, pg. 1-(311) (sold 157-acres)

March 18th 1778... Benjamin Lancaster of Edgecombe Co., to Jeridiah Holloman of the same county dated March 18th 1778 for 100-pounds proclamation sold 157-acres on the north side of a prong of Coca Swamp. Witnesses: Duncan Lamon, Arched Lamon. May Court 1778, Edward Hall, CC

1780*Edgecombe Co., NC, Deed Book E, pg. 224-(25) (acquires 200-acres)

February 16th 1780... Robert Lancaster of Edgecombe Co., sold to Benjamin Lancaster of the same place. February 16th 1780 for 50-pounds proclamation sold 200-acres on the north side of Tyancokey Swamp, joining Cohoon. Witnesses: Duncan Lamon, Arched Lamon. February Court 1780, Edward Hall, CC.

1782*Edgecomb Co., NC, Deed Book E, page 338, dated, October 28, 1782

State of North Carolina Grant number 176 to Benjamin Lancaster, by Gov. Alexander Martin, a tract of 200 acres lying on both sides of Tyancoque Swamp, adjoining James Merrit and his own line. August Court 1783, Edward Hall, CC.

(Note*Robert Lancaster, filed for his grant the same day, his recorded, on page 337)

1782*Edgecomb Co., NC, Deed Book E, page 478-(225), dated, October 28, 1782

State Grant number 339 to Renison Tisdale, 361 acres joining Holliman, William Cohoon, said Tisdale, a branch, Benjamin Lancaster. February Court 1783, Edward Hall, CC.

1783*Edgecomb Co., NC, Court Minutes, Book III, page (225), dated, August 1783

Edgecomb Co., at a County Court of Pleas and Quarters Sessions held for said County at the Courthouse in Tarborough on the first Monday in August and fourth day in Seventh year of Independence and in the year of our Lord 1783. The following grants were issued to William Brand, Stancil Barbree (2), Robert Lancaster, Benjamin Lancaster, Benjamin Weaver, Geroge Bruce, Mary Coney, John Morris, Thomas Clark, Arthur Harris.

1784*Edgecomb Co., NC, Deed Book 4, page 287, dated, August 18, 1784

Henry Lancaster sold to Jacob Boyett, both of Edgecomb Co., for 20 pounds proclamation, for 250 acres on the prong of Coca Swamp, adjoining Benjamin Lancaster. Jacob Boyett, sold some of this land to Benjamin Weaver on August 30, 1785, for 50 pounds proclamation money, Deed Book 4, page 457.

(Note* Jacob Boyett, married Benjamin Lancaster's daughter about this time)

1785*Edgecombe Co., NC, Deed Book 4, pg. 45-(457)

August 30th 1785... Jacob Boyett of Edgecombe Co. sold to Benjamin Weaver of the same place dated August 30th 1785 for 50-pounds specie sold (acres) a tract on the north side of Tyancokey swamp, joining Tobes Branch, said Boyett, Benjamin Lancaster, Robert Lancaster, Benjamin Weaver. Witnesses: Arched Lamon, John Lamon. November Court 1786, Edward Hall, CC.

1785*Edgecombe Co., Court Minutes, Book III, pg. (337)-67 (1775-1785)

August 1785... A deed of Sale from Henry Lancaster to Jacob Boyett proved by Benjamin Lancaster.

1786*Edgecombe Co., NC, Deed Book 4, pg. 84-(496)

December 11th 1786... Robert Crocker of Warren Co., to Rension Tisdall of Edgecombe Co., dated December 11th 1786 for 16-pounds specie sold 50-acres on the north side of Tyancokey Swamp, joining said Tisdall. Witnesses: William Tisdall, Benjamin Lancaster. February Court 1787, Edward Hall CC. (Note*Robert Crocker s/o Joseph and Catherine (Lancaster) Crocker and grandson of Robert Lancaster of Isles of Wight Co., VA married Susanna Lancaster d/o John Lancaster Jr. granddaughter of John Lancaster Sr.)

1787*Edgecomb Co., NC, Deed Book 4, page 231-(640), dated, January 29, 1788

Benjamin Lancaster deed to Roger Lancaster, both of Edgecomb Co., a Negro boy, named John, age 8 years. Witnesses: Robert Degges. January Court Term, 1788. Edward Hall, CC.

(Note*Roger Lancaster, is Benjamin Lancaster's, oldest son, being named after his grandfather, Roger Delk, Jr.)

1787*Edgecombe Co., NC, Deed Book 5, pg. 391-(134) (sold/inherited 100 acres)

March 19th 1787... Benjamin Lancaster Sr. of Edgecombe Co. to Benjamin Lancaster Jr. of the same place dated March 19th 1787 for 50-pounds specie sold 100-acres on the south side of Tyancokey Swamp. Witnesses: S. L. Ruffin, Abisha Horn. May Court 1789 Edward Hall, CC.

(Note*land was given in lew of debt as inheritence from fathers estate)

1788*Edgecombe Co., NC, Deed Book 5, pg. 408-(162)

February 1st 1788... Aaron Proctor of Edgecombe Co., to Joseph Griffin of the same place dated

February 1st 1788 for 50-pounds specie sold 271-acres on the north side of Tyancoque Swamp, joining William Cohoon, Jr. Bee Tree Branch, Proctors, Stephen Watkins. Witnesses: Sampson Procter, Benjamin Lancaster. May Court 1789, Edward Hall, CC.

1790*Census, Halifax District, Edgecombe Co., NC

Benjamin (1-Male-21+ yrs=b.bef.1769) Lancaster Sr. listed head of household- 2f (any age)-

2-slaves

1790*Edgecomb Co., NC, Court Minutes, dated, February 3, 1790

Courts on Roger Lancaster, deceased, father Benjamin Lancaster, asks for administration of his son, granted. Inventory of the Estate, returned in February. Account of Sale, on February 19, 1790, by Benjamin Lancaster. August Court, 1791, Accounts current with the administrator, Robert Lancaster, Jr. and Benjamin Lancaster, Jr. paid their parts of the Estate.

1793*Edgecomb Co., NC, Court Minutes, dated, Friday, August 30, 1793

Benjamin Lancaster proved the Will of John Williams, deceased. The Will was found in a locked chest with other valuable goods, and proven by Hardy Flowers, Benjamin Lancaster, and Absolom Williams, who swore to his hand writing since there were no witnesses.

1793*Edgecombe Co., Wills & Estate Records, Will Book C, page 235.

September 24th 1793- November Court 1793: Will of Benjamin Lancaster Sr., Wife: (unnamed), 280-acres, where I live, horse, bridal, saddle, stock, cattle, etc. for life, or widowhood. Son: Benjamin Lancaster 100-acres land, furniture, pewter and loom. Thomas Boyett, furniture, 50-acres of land whereon I live and to his son Benjamin Boyett, gun and my wearing apparel. Son: Robert Lancaster furniture, pewter dish and plates, basin, 2 hoes and drawing knife. Sons and executor: Elijah Lancaster, furniture, horse, bridle, saddle, etc., pewter plates, basin, gun, 280-acres land after death of his mother. Grandson: Levi Boyett, bed and gun and remainder estate to be divided betwixt my 2 sons Robert and Elijah. Benjamin Lancaster, Jacob Boyett and Thomas Boyett have received full legacies. Witnesses: Thomas Merritt, Samuel Merritt. On the bottom of the first page of the ordinal Will, is written. Edgecombe County, November Court 1793...The Witnesses on Will of Benj (a.) Lancaster was duly heard in open court by oath of Thomas and Samuel Merrit - the executor was then qualified and the will ordered to be recorded. Test. Edward Hall. (Note*the middle letter, (a) was written in between his name, this is the only place I have found this.)

(Note*total land owned at time of death was 400 acres-100+280=380)

1793*Edgecombe Co., Estate Records, Vol. I, (1730-1820)

December 21st 1793... Benjamin Lancaster account of sale by Elijah Lancaster executor: December 21st 1793. Henry Lancaster, Hartwell Lancaster, Robert Lancaster Sr. were buyers, February Court, 1795. Account Current with the executor, February Court, 1795.

1794*Edgecombe Co., NC, Deed Book 8, pg. 599-(586)

December 9th 1794... Elijah (x) Lancaster of Edgecombe Co. deeded to John Griffin Jr. of same, place dated December 9th 1794 for 1-pound 12-shillings 10-pence sold 200-acres on the north side of Tyancokey Swamp, joining Cohoon. Also signed by Lucy Lancaster. Witnesses: John Wilson, Samuel Merritt. Proved November Court 1796, Edward Hall, CC. (Note*Elijah Lancaster, Executor of Benjamin Lancaster, Sr., Lucy Lancaster, widow of Benjamin Lancaster, Sr. deceased sale of his land.)

1795*Edgecomb Co., NC, Deed Book 8, page 348-(396), dated August 3, 1795.

Jacob Boyett to Drury Williams, both of Edgecomb Co., for 150 acres on a prong of Coca Swamp, joining Williby Hooks, Tobys Branch, Benjamin Lancaster, Benjamin Weaver, Robert Lancaster, Henry Lancaster. Witnesses: John Williams, Pharaba Williams. Proven November Court 1795, Edward Hall, CC.

1796*Edgecombe Co., Deed Book 8, pg. 673-(680)

December 13th 1796... Abraham (A) Pippin of Edgecombe Co. to Ephraim Daws of the same place, dated December 13th 1796 for 8-pounds 2-shillings and 10-pence sold 165-acres which was part of a state grant to Benjamin Lancaster and the remaining part to Roger Lancaster dated October 28th 1782 on the north side of Tyancokey Swamp, joining John Griffin, Rension Tisdall, John Norris. Witnesses: John Griffin, John Vanpelt. Proved February Court 1797, Edward Hall, CC

1800*Census, Edgecombe Co., NC

Lucy Lancaster Moved, Deceased, or in household with others

1802*Edgecomb Co., NC, Deed Book 10, page 883-(259), dated February 11, 1802.

Drury Williams to Elijah Moore, both of Edgecomb Co., for 35 pounds specie, for 134 1/2 acres on a prong of Coca Swamp, joining his own corner, Williby Hooks, Tobeys Branch, Benjamin Lancaster, Benjamin Weaver, Robert Lancaster, Henry Lancaster. Witnesses: Jesse Gray, Hardy Horner. Proven May Court 1802, Edward Hall, CC.

Additional Information for Lucy (Delk) Lancaster

1693*Surry Co., VA, Wills, Estate Records, Book 4, pg. 309, Will of Roger Delk, Sr.

October 24th 1692 ... Will of Roger Delk, Sr. deceased. Leg: To eldest son, John Delk, the land and plantation where I now live after wives decease. To daughter, Rebecca, a large silver cup, 2 gold rings, and silver bodkin and to my two younger sons Roger and Joseph Delk, my land at Black water, 490-acres to be equally divided. All the rest of my estate to my wife Rebecca and my children and make wife Rebecca Executor. Probated July 4th 1693. Witnesses: Joseph Seale, William Hancock, and Francis Taylor.

1694* Surry Co., Wills, Estate Records- John Greene having married Relict, Rebecca Lancaster, asks for probate.

1699*Surry Co., Wills, Estate Records- George Ezell having married, Rebecca, daughter of Roger Delk ask for Administration on Roger Delk's estate.

Children of Benjamin and Lucy (Delk) Lancaster

(1) Roger Delk Lancaster (b. abt. 1746 Surry Co., VA-d. January 1790 Edgecombe Co., NC) no

Issues

(1) Benjamin Lancaster Jr. (b. abt.1749 Surry Co., VA-d. bef. 1806 Robeson Co., NC) married Sarah

(Gilbert?)

(3) Robert Lancaster (b. abt. 1753-d. bef. March 11th 1806 Stewart Co., TN) married Abigail

(4) Elijah R. Lancaster (b. bef. 1765-d. aft. September 9th 1808 Stewart Co., TN) married Fathey Nelson

(5) Daughter Lancaster (b. bef. 1767) married Jacob Boyett

(6) Daughter Lancaster (b. bef. 1769) married Thomas Boyett

Lancaster, Benjamin Jr. (1749-bef. 1820) 5th generation

Child of Benjamin and Lucy (Delk) Lancaster, Sr.

Spouse: Sarah Gilbert, d/o

Lineage: Benjamin Jr.>Benjamin Sr.>Robert I>Samuel>Robert Sr. of Surry Co., VA

1749*Surry Co., VA, Vital Records

Benjamin Lancaster Jr. (b. bef. 1749 Surry Co., VA-d. bef. 1820 Hickman Co., TN)

1770*Bladen Co., Tax List

May 30th 1770... Benjamin listed on tax list, a list of taxable property of the inhabitants of Samuel Cain's Company on May 30th., 1770. Property value in this list is given in English Pounds. Benjamin's land valued at 70 pounds. (Note*Robeson Co., formed from Bladen Co.)

1778*Bladen Co., NC, Abstracts of Land Entries [1778-1781], by Dr. A. B. Pruitt

October 19th 1778 pg. 84- Benjamin Lancaster enters 100-acres on south side of Little Marsh below "the Bridge; border; on lower side of Robert Sims and runs "down".

1779*Bladen Co., NC, Abstracts of Land Entries [1778-1781], by Dr. A. B. Pruitt

January 26th 1779, pg. 130- Benjamin Lancaster to [blank] enters 100-acres on North East side of the head of Dunn's marsh; border; the mouth of a large branch and runs out and down

1779*Bladen Co., NC, Abstracts of Land Entries [1778-1781], by Dr. A. B. Pruitt

September 6th 1779 pg. 188- Benjamin Lancaster to Hugh Brown enters 100-acres on south side of Buckhorn Swamp at Lambert's ford on said swamp.

1779*Bladen Co., NC, Abstracts of Land Entries [1778-1781], by Dr. A. B. Pruitt

September 20th 1779, pg. 192- Robert Sims enters 100 acres on south side of Little marsh, border or near below: Benjamin Lancaster's survey.

1779*Bladen Co., NC, Abstracts of Land Entries [1778-1781], by Dr. A. B. Pruitt

November 13th 1779, pg. 210- Benjamin Lancaster to [blank] enters 100-acres on south side of Dunn's Marsh; borders; John Flower's upper corner.

1782*Edgecombe Co., NC, Deed Book E, pg. 615-(338) State Grant #176

October 28th 1782... State Grant No. 176 to Benjamin Lancaster dated October 28th 1782 for 200-acres on both sides of Tyancokey Swamp, joining said Lancaster, and James Merritt. August Court 1783 by Edward Hall, CC.

1782*Edgecombe Co., NC, Deed Book E, pg. 478-(225) State Grant #339

October 28th 1782... State Grant No. 339 to Rension Tisdale dated October 28th 1782 for 361-acres joining Holloman, William Cohoon, said Tisdale, a branch, Benjamin Lancaster. February Court 1783, Edward Hall, CC

1783*Edgecombe Co., NC, Court Minutes, Book III, pg. (225) (1775-1785)

August 1783... Edgecombe County At a County Court of Pleas and Quarter Sessions held for said County at the Courthouse in Tarborough on the first Monday in August and fourth day in Seventh year of Independence and in the year of our Lord 1783, Present Amos Johnston, Theophilus Thomas, Joseph Pender, Esquires. Etheldred Philips Esquire was recommended from last Court to the Governor as a proper person for Sheriff he now produce's a Commission in powering him to act as Sheriff for this county. He at the same time qualified and entered in Bond agreeable to law with Henry Hart, Matthew Kinchen and James Williams, Securities. The following Grants were issued to, William Brand, Stancil Barbree (2), Robert Lancaster, Benjamin Lancaster, Benjamin Weaver, George Bruce, Mary Coney, John Morris, Thomas Clark, Arthur Harris.

1783*Edgecombe Co., NC, Court Minutes, Book III, pg. 246 (1775-1785)

November 1783... Jesse Drake is appointed overseer of the road in the room of Malicha Maund, deceased the following persons are appointed patrollers for the present year, Viz; Joseph Spleen, Augustus Harvey, Barthomew Kelley, John Burt, Noah Sugg, Joseph Fort, George Lynch, William Fort, Samuel Cotton, Roger Lancaster, Isham Humphrey, John Sumner, William Hackney, Jesse Johnson, William Batchelor, Rension Tisdale, Benjamin Lancaster, Benjamin Lancaster, Jr. Benjamin Coffield, Narsworthy Mials, Sion Beckingham, Caleb Coker, James Booth, John Williams, Francis Williams, Edward Hall, Thomas Newsom, Benjamin Batts, William Northern, Jr., Jesse Drake, Peter Hines, John Ellis, Lewis Spell.

1786*Robeson Co., NC, Court Minutes, November Term 1787 Deed Book A, pg. 116-117

November 22nd 1786... Benjamin Lancaster of Edgecombe Co., NC to John Council of Bladen Co., NC on November 22nd 1786 for 25-pounds sold 100-acres in Bladen Co., NC on North East of Duns Marsh, granted to Benjamin Lancaster on October 23rd 1782. Witnesses: Benjamin Williams, and John Flowers.

1787*Edgecombe Co., NC, Deed Book 5, pg. 391-(134) (acquires 100-acres, Edgecombe)

March 19th 1787... Benjamin Lancaster Sr. of Edgecombe Co. to Benjamin Lancaster Jr. of the same place dated March 19th 1787 for 50-pounds specie sold 100-acres on the south side of Tyancokey Swamp. Witnesses: S. L. Ruffin, Abisha Horn. May Court 1789, Edward Hall, CC.

1790*Census, Halifax District, Edgecombe Co., NC

Benjamin Lancaster Jr. head of household: 1m (21+ yrs=b. bef. 1769)- 4f (any age) -

4m (16 yrs=b.1774-1790) - (1-Slave)

1791*Edgecombe Co., NC, Deed Book 6, pg. 985-(503)

February 5th 1791... Benjamin Lancaster Jr. of Edgecombe County to Thomas Boyett of the same place dated February 5th 1791 for 50-pounds specie sold 113-acres on the north side of Tyancokey Swamp, joining Rension Tisdale, Benjamin Lancaster, Sr. Witnesses: Benjamin Gray, Benjamin Lancaster. August Court 1792, Edward Hall, CC. (note*the date August 30th 1791 occurs at the end of the deed.)

1791*Edgecombe Co., NC, Deed Book 6, pg. 792-(204)

February 5th 1791... Benjamin Lancaster Jr. of Edgecombe County to Elijah Lancaster of the same place dated February 5th 1791 for 50-pounds specie sold 113-acres on the north side of Tyancokey Swamp, joining Duncan Lamon, Rension Tisdale. Witnesses: Benjamin Gray, Benjamin Lancaster, Sr. November Court, 1791. Edward Hall, CC.

1792*Edgecombe Co., NC, Court Minutes

Friday, August 30th 1793... Will of John Williams, which was found locked in a chest with other valuable goods, was proved by Hardy Flowers, Benjamin Lancaster, and Absalom Williams, who swore to his hand writing since there were no witnesses.

1792*Edgecombe Co., NC, Deed Book 8, pg. 587-(609) (Sold 100-acres, Edgecombe)

May 26th 1792... Benjamin Lancaster, Jr. of Edgecombe Co. to John Norris of Nash Co. May 26th 1792 for 150-silver dollars sold 100-acres on the south side of Tyancokey Swamp, also 225-acres, is joining the above said Benjamin Lancaster, Jr., Duncan Lamon, and William Robbins. Witnesses: John Lamon, Edward York. Proved November Court 1796, Edward Hall, CC.

(Note* this is the land Benjamin Sr. sold him in 1787 Deed Book 5, pg. 391-(134)

1793*Edgecombe Co., Wills & Estate Records, Will Book C, page 235.

September 24th 1793- November Court 1793: Will of Benjamin Lancaster Sr., Wife: (unnamed), 280-acres, where I live, horse, bridal, saddle, stock, cattle, etc. for life, or widowhood. Son: Benjamin Lancaster 100-acres land, furniture, pewter and loom. Thomas Boyett, furniture, 50-acres of land whereon I live and to his son Benjamin Boyett, gun and my wearing apparel. Son: Robert Lancaster furniture, pewter dish and plates, basin, 2 hoes and drawing knife. Sons and executor: Elijah Lancaster, furniture, horse, bridle, saddle, etc., pewter plates, basin, gun, 280-acres land after death of his mother. Grandson: Levi Boyett, bed and gun and remainder estate to be divided betwixt my 2 sons Robert and Elijah. Benjamin Lancaster, Jacob Boyett and Thomas Boyett have received full legacies. Witnesses: Thomas Merritt, Samuel Merritt.

1794*Robeson Co., NC Land Entries [1787-1795] by Dr. A. B. Pruitt

July 14th 1784... [1569-308]... Hugh Brown enters 100-acres on Dunns Marsh; includes his own and Lancaster's improvements.

1794*Robeson Co., NC Land Entries [1787-1795] by Dr. A. B. Pruitt

August 15th 1784... [1552-393]... Benjamin Lancaster enters 25-acres; between John Council and Duncan Patterson on north side of Bogan Swamp.

1794*Robeson Co., NC Abstracts of Deeds, Vol. III, DB G-H-I [1797-1800] by Williamson

August 15th 1794... DB H, pg. 235, Land Grant #1613 to Benjamin Lancaster, 25-acres between Dunn's Branch and Bogue Swamp and between John Council's and Duncan Patterson's. Entrie August 15th 1794 and Patten: June 30th 1797

1795*Edgecombe Co., Deed Book 8, pg. 348-(369)

August 3rd 1795... Jacob Boyett of Edgecombe Co. to Drury Williams of the same, August 3rd 1795, sold 150-acres on a prong of Coca Swamp, joining Willeby Hooks, Tobeys Branch, Benjamin Lancaster, Benjamin Weaver, Robert Lancaster, Henry Lancaster. Witnesses: John Williams,

Phariba (x) Williams. Proved November Court 1795, Edward Hall, CC.

1795*Robeson Co., NC Abstracts of Deeds, Vol. III, DB G-H-I [1797-1800] by Williamson

September 26th 1795... DB I, pg. 90-91, Thomas Glass of Robeson Co., to Robert Council of Bladen Co., dated September 26th 1795 for 165-pounds, two parcels of land in Robeson Co., (1) 300-acres on west of the north west branch of the Cape Fair on the west of the Marsh called Pughs Marsh, land granted to Thomas Vinee on July 1st 1758; and (2) a tract in Robeson Co., on south west of Pughs Marsh- on lower side of an old field where Robert Upton did live. Witnesses: Benjamin Lancaster and Mathew Council. October Term 1799

1797*Robeson Co., NC Abstracts of Deeds, Vol. III, DB G-H-I [1797-1800] by Williamson

December 26th 1797... DB I, pg. 37-38, Benjamin Lancaster to John Council dated December 26th 1797 for 25-pounds sold 100-acres on north east of Little Marsh, and adjoining said Council and Lancaster lines. Witnesses: Nevan McBride and Richard Wilkeson.

1797*Robeson Co., NC Abstracts of Deeds, Vol. III, DB G-H-I [1797-1800] by Williamson

December 29th 1797... DB I, pg. 327-328- John Council to Benjamin Lancaster December 29th 1797; for 25-pounds for 25-acres being part of a 200-acre survey patent by Thomas Robeson and convey from him to John Council by deed of sale. Witnesses: Nevan McBride and Richard Wilkenson.

1800*Robeson Co., NC Abstracts of Deeds, Vol. III, DB G-H-I [1797-1800] by Williamson

January 1st 1800... DB I, pg. 159-160- Samuel Dubois (Attorney for Abraham Dubois and Samuel Meeker of City of Philadelphia, PA to Benjamin Lancaster of Robeson Co., NC dated January 1st 1800; for Ten Silver dollars, sold 50-acres of land in Robeson Co., on both sides of Bogue Branch- adjoining Benjamin Lancaster's smoke house, and lines of Patterson, John McPhail and_____

1800*Census, Robeson Co., #390, NC (14001-32010-01)

Benjamin Lancaster Jr. listed head of household: 1m (45+yrs=bef. 1755)- 1f (45+=bef. 1755) - 4m (10-16=1784-1790)- 2f (10-16=1784-1790)- 1m (0-10=1790-1800)- 3f (0-10=1790-1800)- 1-Slave.

1802*Edgecombe Co., NC, Deed Book 10, pg. 883-(259)

February 11th 1802... Drury (D) Williams of Edgecombe Co. to Elijah Moore of the same place, dated February 11th 1802 for 35-pounds specie sold 134½ -acres on a prong of Coca Swamp, joining his own corner, Willeby Hooks, Tobeys Branch, Benjamin Lancaster, Benjamin Weaver, Robert Lancaster, Henry Lancaster. Witnesses: Jesse Gray, Hardy Horner. Proved May Court 1802, Edward Hall, CC

Children of Benjamin and Sarah (Gilbert) Lancaster Jr.

(1) Robert W. Lancaster (b. 1784 NC-bef. 1820 Robeson Co., NC) married 1799 NC

(2) Benjamin Marion Lancaster (1785 NC-1858) married Sarah Harriet Whitfield

(3) David Larkin/Lawrence Lancaster (1786 NC-1860) married Nancy Radford, 1807 TN

(4) Mary Lucinda "Polly" Lancaster (1787 NC) married Owen Williams

(5) Gilbert Wiley Lancaster (b. 1788 NC) married Nancy Barlow

(6) Female (1789) unidentified female living with Billy

(7) Female (b. 1792)

(8) Elizabeth "Betsy" Lancaster (1795- ) unmarried in 1850 living with Billy

(9) Female (b. 1797)

(10) Elijah Lancaster (b. 1800 Robeson Co., NC-d. 1857 Johnston Co., NC)

Lancaster, Benjamin Marion (1782-1859) 6th generation

Child of Benjamin Lancaster Jr.

Spouse: Sarah Harriett Whitfield, d/o Thomas Whitfield

Lineage: Benjamin>Benjamin>Benjamin>Robert Sr.>Samuel>Robert Sr. of Surry

1782*Edgecombe Co., NC, Vital Records

Benjamin Marion Lancaster (b. 1782 Edgecombe Co., NC-d. bef. 1859 Perry Co., TN)

Sarah Harriett Whitfield (b. 1785 VA-d. after 1860 Census Perry Co., TN)

(Note*Thomas Whitfield in early Hickman Co., TN also Whitfield's in early Williamson Co., TN)

1806*Williamson Co., TN, Marriage Records, 1804-1850, by E. K. Hamilton

Polly Lancaster married Owen Williams May 30th 1806: Bondsman: Benjamin Lancaster

1810*Census, ??? Williamson Co., TN or Humphreys Co.???

1820*Census Records, Hickman Co., TN, page 5- (331101-10001-00)

Benjamin Lancaster, listed head of household, 1m (over 45 yrs-bef. 1775) Benjamin

1f (over 45 yrs=bef. 1775) Sarah- 1m (18-26 yrs=1794-1802) Jesse- 1m (16-18 yrs=1802-1804) Unknown- 3m (10-16 yrs=1804-1810) John, David, William- 3m (under 10 yrs=1810-1820) Benjamin, Gabriel, James- 1f (under 10 yrs=1810-1820) daughter

1821*Hickman Co., Deed Book E, pg. 288

April 24th 1821- Littleton Harmon deeded 30-acres, Registered April 24th, 1821. Know all men by these present: That I, William Phillips Sheriff, of Hickman Co., and State of Tennessee did by virtue of my office an agreeable to act off assembly in such case made and provided in pursuance to two writs of vendition exponas from the count Court of Hickman to me directed to sell thirty acres of land the property of Benjamin Lancaster to satisfy two judgments, one in favor of Benjamin Wilson the other in favor of Andrew Stewart a notice of said order were served on said Lancaster and advertised as the law directs to be sold at the court house in the Town of Vernon on the twenty second day on February 1820 and said land being set up at public sale to the highest bidder Littleton Harmon became the last and best bidder at one hundred and two dollars. Now this indenture is made between the said William Phillips Sheriff as aforesaid of the County of Hickman and State of Tennessee of the one part and before mentioned Littleton Harman of the said County and State aforesaid of the other part witnessed: That the said William Phillips, Sheriff hath for and in consideration of the sum of one hundred and two dollars to him in hand paid by the said Littleton Harmon the receipt whereof is hereby acknowledged hath bargained and sold and delivered Harmon his heirs etc. certain tract or parcel of land lying and being in Hickman County and State of Tennessee and on the west side of Pine River on a creek known by the name of Plunders Creek a small stream that runs into the Pine River. Beginning at a hickory on the east boundary line of an entry made by Robert Drake for one hundred and twenty five acres, running north seventy and one half poles to a hickory and dogwood on said Drakes line, thence east eighty eight poles to a dogwood and gum, thence south seventy and one half poles to a hickory thence west sixty eight poles to the beginning, containing thirty acres, which will the more fully appear by reference to be had to a Grant entered on the 10th day of December 1811 by No. 7241. To have and to hold the aforesaid land with all the singular the rights profits heredataments and appurtenances thereunto belonging or in anywise appertaining to the only proper use and behalf him the said Littleton Harmon himself his heirs, etc. doth covenant and agree to and with the said Harmon his heirs and assigns the before recited land and bargained premises he will warrant and forever defend as far forth as authorized by virtue of his office. In witness whereof the said William Phillips, Sheriff as aforesaid hath hereunto set his hand and seal the day and above written. Signed, William Phillips, Sheriff (seal) Witnessed: Robert Daveny and Thomas H. Phillips.

1821*Wayne Co., TN, Salem Baptist Church

June 8th 1821- Organized June 8th 1821. Members residing in the bounds of 48 creeks being sensible of our lonesome and desolate condition... prayed out brethren of the churches on Beaverdam and Cane Creek for ministerial aid and Elders Willis Dodson, Benjamin Lancaster, and William Hogue came to our relief and were constituted a church. Lovie Rasbury chosen and ordain Deacon. Fannie Staggs and Elijah Pope received as members.

Spence's History of Hickman Co., TN, pg. 298 by W. Jerome D. Spence and David L. Spence

John Lancaster and his brother Gabriel Lancaster of Beaverdam Creek were Baptist preachers who preached in the Tenth District in the early days. Their father Benjamin Lancaster was probably the first preacher who held services in this district.

Spence's History of Hickman Co., TN, pg. 327 by W. Jerome D. Spence and David L. Spence

There is a Missionary Baptist Church at Fall Branch called "Pine Grove". The Primitive Baptists have a church at Center, near the county line. This denomination had a church in the pioneer days near the line of the Twelfth, Fourteenth, and First District. It was called "Sycamore," it being built of sycamore logs. The Preachers here were Benjamin Lancaster, Temple Hicks, and Mr. Woverton. This church was a short distance from the present site of Swan Bluff post office.

Center Primitive Baptist Church, Swan Creek, Hickman Co., TN., (1825-1912)

April 2nd 1825- On Saturday, before the 2nd Lord's Day in April 1825 the Brethren: John Harder, Sr., John Harder, Jr., Daniel Garrett, Bazeley Clayton, John Clayton, Benjamin Lancaster and the Sisters: Delilah Harder, Nancy Clayton, Rebecca Garrett, Darcus Sharp, Polly Powell, Sally Lancaster and Elizabeth Garrett convened at Center Meeting House on Swan Creek and agreed to unite themselves in the bonds of Brotherly Affection in a church capacity as a Baptist Church considering that the Great Head of the Church is all sufficient for the direction and government of his own body- We, the afore named Brothers and Sisters of the Baptist Order have received the Bible as our guide and agree in Godly simplicity to be governed thereby soliciting the Father of Spirits that unity may abound among us and that all will cordially submit to each other- The under signed Brethren and Elders met at Center Meeting House on the Saturday before the 2nd Lord's Day in April 1825 and constituted and afore named Brethren and Sisters a Church of Jesus Christ after examining their principles and pronounce them a Church capable of walking in gospel order- Signed: Willis Dodson, John Hunter and William Hodges

(Original books are in the procession of Willard Marie (Hinson) Duncan)

Center Primitive Baptist Church, Swan Creek, Hickman Co., TN (1825-1912)

June the Saturday before the 2nd Lords day the Church met and after Divine worship proceeded to business first opened a door for the reception of members and received none- 2nd called for the reference and found there an act of the Church for the ordination of Brother Thomas Dodson to the ministry took up the reference for which the Church called for the several members appointed by the Church at Centre to bear their letter to the sister churches to wit; Beaverdam and Friendship the delegates made their report and was dismissed. The presbytery being present called for by the Church took their seats and the Church gave Brother Dodson up to the presbytery for an examination the said Brother Dodson after and examination was by the presbytery said to hold the mystery of the faith in a pure conscience the presbytery then ordained brother Thomas Dodson as a Elder to the ministry in gospel order, the names of the presbytery Elders Benjamin Lancaster

Center Primitive Baptist Church, Swan Creek, Hickman Co., TN (1825-1912)

Continual Church register*notes beside names: Brother's register- John Clayton, B. B. Clayton, Daniel Garrett*dead, Samuel Mayfield*dead, Asbel Garret*excluded, Josiah P. Harder, John Sharp*mist, Thomas Dodson, William Easley*dismissed by letter, Edmond Baker, Cambury Ginings, Walter Brides (Bridges), Samuel Sharp, James Lindsey, Isaiah Baker, Asbel Garret*excluded, John Hensley, Benjamin Lancaster*dismissed by letter, Patrick Cotton*dismissed by letter, Joel Harder*excluded, R. W. Fain, Wm. Arrington, John R. Smith*excluded, James Campbell, George Berry, George Benthel, Thompson Pell, Nehemire Sharp, Mr. Pope, William (?), Julius Lewis- Sister's register- Delila Harder*dead, Nancy Clayton, Milly Sharp, Dicy Mayfield*dead, Elizabeth Johnston, Margaret Hensley, Elizabeth Garret*dead, Mary Harder, Candes Garret, Rebecca Thompson, Nancy Dodson, Betsy Sharp*mist, Siperisita Arrington*excluded, Elizabeth Cockrel, Roda Baker, Elizabeth Baker, Peggy Clayton, Patience (?Black), Milly Sharp, Sophiah Lindsey, Harriet Harder, Sarah Lancaster*dismissed by letter, Elender Cotton, Mariah Campbell, Mariah Sharp*excluded, Abigil Joice*dead, Lucinda Garrett, Sara Hensley*dead, Elizabeth Fain, Mary Harder, Pheby Jones, Clay(?) Arrington, Caroline Quillen, Jane Hensley, Jane/June Berry, Candis Garrett, Rachel (?), Elender Grimes, Elizabeth Hensley

Spence's History of Hickman Co., TN, Page 316

A portion of Sulphur Fork is in the Eleventh District... One of the early preachers of this section was John Lancaster, the Primitive Baptist. Lancaster assisted in the building of the cabins at Beaverdam Springs, working six days and preaching on the seventh.

1830*Spence's History of Hickman Co., TN, pg. 30 by W. Jerome D. & David L. Spence

Prior to 1830- Benjamin Lancaster a Primitive Baptist preached in this (1st.) district, as did also Samuel Whitson who preached at Centerville.

1830*Census Records, Hickman Co., TN, page 291- (01111001-01100001)

Benjamin (50-60 yrs=1870/1880) Lancaster, listed head of household... 1f (50-60 yrs) Nancy-

1m (20-30 yrs=1800-1810) William... 1m (15-20 yrs=1810-1815) Benjamin- 1m (10-15 yrs=1815-1820) James- 1f (10-15 yrs=1815-1820) Daughter- 1m (5-10 yrs=1820-1825) Elijah... 1f (5-10 yrs=1820-1825) Daughter

1832*Salem Baptist Church, Wayne Co., TN, February 1832, Church Minutes.

Benjamin Lancaster received by letter. These notes were abstracted from a copy of the church

Members and minutes in the possession of Victor Rasbury of Columbia, Maury Co., TN. This

Minutes continued unto 1925, but these abstracts were only made until the 1860's. (Note*this would be Benjamin B. Lancaster, who married Lydia Rasbury)

1837*Perry Co., TN, Circuit Court Records, Vol. II, pg. 347 (1834-1838)

May 23rd 1837... State of Tennessee to any lawful officer to execute and return you here by commanded that of the goods and chattels lands and tenements of Henry West, Jacob Johnson, Benjamin Lancaster and John Branstitter. If any of you in the County to be founded you cause to be made the sum of fifty four dollars and fifty cents debt and one dollar and thirty seven cents cost with interest from the 10th of July 1836 to satisfy a judgment that Nathaniel Moore recovered against them and when made pay to the plaintiff as the law directs. Given under my hand the 23rd day of May 1837. Signed Richard Hill JP Endorsed as follows to wit: no personal property found of the defendants Henry West to be found in my county to levy this execution and by the consent of the parties levied on thirty acres of land the property of Henry West it being in two entries west of John Grahams and South of Samuel Cohorns. Survey on Bar Creek the 10th of June 1837 Balaam Graves, Deputy Sheriff. It is ordered by the court that an Order of Sale Issued and that the Sheriff Execute the same.

1840*Census Records, Hickman Co., TN, page 175- (00100001-00110001)

Benjamin Lancaster, listed head of household, 1m (50-60 yrs) Benjamin... 1f (50-60 yrs) Sarah- 1m (10-15 yrs) Elijah- 1f (10-15 yrs) Elizabeth... 1f (15-20 yrs) Girls

1840*Center Primitive Baptist Church, Swan Creek, Hickman Co., TN (1825-1912)

November 1840- November met according to appointment. After divine service proceeded and received a brother and sister towit: Benjamin Lancaster and his wife Sarah by letter

1849*Early History of Coon Creek Primitive Baptist Church, Perry Co., TN

July 3rd 1849- The Church was first called Brush Creek Church before being located on Coon Creek in Perry County, Tennessee. William Hodges was one of the first Baptist ministers in Perry County. Church records; Saturday before the third Lord's day in July 1849 the church met at Coon Creek and after Devine Services the church set in order; First: A door was opened for the reception of members and none came forward- Second; a motion was made to read the Abstract of Principles received and it was read as follows- 1st We, believe in one only true and living God the Father, Lord and Holy Ghost- 2nd We, believe that the scriptures of the Old and New Testaments are the word of God and that all the Gospel ordinances are contained in the New Testament- 3rd We, believe in the Doctrine of election and that God chose his people in Christ before the foundation of the world- 4th We, believe in the Doctrine of original sin- 5th We, believe in man's impotency to recover himself from the fallen state he is in by nature by his own free will and ability- 6th We, believe that sinners are justified in the sight of God only by the imputed righteousness of Christ- 7th We, believe that God's elect shall be called, converted, regenerated and sanctified by the Holy Spirit- 8th We, believe that the Saints shall persevere in Grace and never finally fall away- 9th We, believe that Baptism and the Lord's Supper are ordinances of Jesus Christ and that true believers are the subjects and believe in baptism by immersion to be the only true mode- 10th We, believe in the resurrection of the dead and the general judgment- 11th We, believe the punishment of the wicked and the joy of the righteous will be eternal- Then we took up the case of our Association and chose Brethren Benjamin Lancaster and Gabriel Lancaster and brother Cooper B. Land in case of failure- One dollar contribution- Then the church dismissed in order. Signed: B. Lancaster, Moderator and H. Campbell, Clerk. (Original books are in the procession of Willard Marie (Hinson) Duncan)

1849*Early History of Coon Creek Primitive Baptist Church, Perry Co., TN

Register of members- Benjamin Lancaster, Sarah Lancaster, Gabriel Lancaster, Martha Lancaster, Russell Hawkins, Nancy Barber, Robert Whitwell, Gatsy Warren, Cooper B. Land, Lucinda Hinson, David R. Harris, Sarah Whitwell, Rosanna Hocking, Sarah Sellers, Elizabeth Hocking, Mary Copeland, Dicy Griffin, Nancy Campbell, Catherine Hinson, Anne Coffer, Mary Gunter, Sally Barber, Agnes Coble, Milly Evens, Mary Ham, Susannah Tally, Celie Lee, Polly Talley, Anna Barber, Rebecca Cates, Nancy Cooper, Patsy Barber, Abby Warren, Elizabeth Cates, Molly Warren, Agnes Coble, Polly Coble, Pharina Halbrooks, Nancy Hill, Milly Warren, Milly Halbrooks, Mary Campbell, John Cates, Smitha Campbell, C. B. Land, Fanny Dowdy, Jackson Edwards, Elizabeth Hinson, Sarah Barber, Jane Smith, Melinda Kilpatrick, Melinda Hinson, Michael Campbell, Dicy Griffen, Sarah Sellers, Dicy Copeland, Larkin Hinson, Anny Barber, Fanny Dowdy, Hannah Land, Catherine Hinson, Nancy Rogers, Elizabeth Meacham, Elizabeth Edwards, Lucinda Williams, William Hodges, Susannah Hodges, John Halbrooks, Millie Halbrooks, Daniel Halbrooks, Sarah Halbrooks, Elijah Warren, Charlotte Warren, Richard Campbell, Rachel Campbell, John Halbrooks, Elizabeth Anderson, George Coble, Rachel Hill, Joseph Warren, Millie Warren, William Hilburn, Mary Whitwell, Green Roden, Smithy Campbell, Thomas Dowdy, Mary Barber, Robert Hodges, Mary Copeland, Hiram Campbell, Phoebe Hodges, Theophalus Parks, Polly Campbell, Richard Dickey, Nancy Campbell, Bird Tally, Elizabeth Warren, James Bates, Mary Parks, Robert Whitwell, Mary Dickey, Thomas B. Murray, Nancy Murray, William Whitwell, Jane Riley, Benjamin Shaw, Polly Ann Smith, George Hawkins, Elizabeth Smith, John L. Talley, Roseannah Hawkins, Joshua Cates, Jane Smith, Nancy Hawkins, Susannah Talley, Sarah Hinson, Polly Talley, Margaret Murray, Rebecca Cates, Belinda Anderson, Patsy Barber, Nancy Barber, Gardner Kelly, Elizabeth Cates, Patience Fields, Mary McDaniel, Anne Edwards, Eli Dyer, Elizabeth Tucker, Evaline Hinson (Some of these names are repeated)

1850*Census Records, Perry Co., TN P-844-pg. 366

Benjamin Lancaster, 67-NC, head of household, farmer... Sarah Lancaster, 65-VA

1859*Perry Co., TN, Deed Book, Dated February 7, 1859

This indenture made and entered into this the 7th day of February one Thousand Eight Hundred and Fifty Nine between Henry Stanley of the first part and William Lancaster of the second, all of the County of Perry and State of Tennessee, issued extr. That for and inconsideration of the sum of one hundred dollars to him in had paid by said Lancaster, hath this day bargained and sold allies and conveyed unto said William Lancaster his heirs and assigned forever a certain tract or parcel of land situated and lying in said county on Lick Creek. First tract bounded as follows to wit, beginning at a birch standing in westbound line of a tract of land belonging to the "Widow Lancaster" and on the bank of her spring branch, runs thence south 45* west 50 poles to a birch, thence south 50* east 20 poles to a sugar tree, thence north 40 poles to the beginning. Containing two acres and three quarters. Also one other piece of parcel of land lying on Lick Creek beginning on a sweet gum, the southeast corner of a 25 acres entry in the name of said Stanley, runs thence east 76 poles to a stake in a field, thence south 6 poles to an elm, on the bank of Lick Creek, thence west with the boundaries of said creek to beginning. Containing two and half acres more or less to have and to hold the aforesaid tract of land forever, to the said William Lancaster, his heirs forever and I the said Henry Stanley for myself, my heirs, executors and administrators will warrant and forever defend the right and title from. (Note*Widow Lancaster, wife of Benjamin M. Lancaster)

Spence's History of Hickman Co., TN, Pg. 68, 69, 70

Another class of heroes of the early days is that composed of pioneer preachers, who came into the wilderness bearing aloft the cross, and who kept unfurled to the breeze the banner of Israel's King. Through the darkness of the pioneer period shone the light of the gospel, which served to guide and direct the footsteps of our fathers as they penetrated the wilderness in search of homes and happiness. Soldiers of the cross, faithful and brave, while your earthly deeds are being recorded, you possess the crowns promised to those who are faithful to the end. The pioneer preachers of the kind here described were not confined to the First District; their names appear in the sketches of the several districts of the county. But the names of some just as Christlike, just as faithful, are not mentioned here; their names are written in the imperishable records of heaven. The pioneer preacher-

"Remote from towns, he ran his godly race... Nor e'er had changed, nor wish'd to change, his pace.

Unskillful he to fawn or seek for power... By doctrines fashion'd to the varying hour;

Far other aims his heart had learned to prize... More bent to raise the wretched than to rise.

To relieve the wretched was his pride... And e'en his failings leaned to virtue's side;

But in his duty, prompt at ever call... He Watch'd and wept, he prayed and felt for all;

And, as a bird each fond endearment tries... To tempt its new-fledged offspring to the skies,

He tried each art, reproved each dull delay... Allured to brighter worlds, and led the way.

Truth from his lips prevailed with double sway... And fools who came to scoff remained to pray.

To them his heart, his love, his griefs were giv'n... But all his serious thoughts had rest in heav'n.

As some tall cliff that lifts its awful form... Swells from the vale, and midway leaves the storm, Though round its breast the rolling clouds are spread... Eternal sunshine settles on its head. "

Children of Benjamin Marion and Sarah Harriet (Whitfield) Lancaster

(1) John Riley Lancaster (b. February 13th 1806 Robeson Co., NC-d. Dec. 19th 1852 Perry Co., TN) married Rachel Harder, abt. 1826

(2) David L. Lancaster (b. Jan. 14th 1807 Williamson Co., TN-d. Dec. 19th 1891 Decatur, TN) married 1st Permelia Davidson abt. 1828, 2nd Cynthia Duck

(3) William B. "Bill Lancaster (b. 1808 Williamson Co., TN-d. bef. July 4th 1876 Hickman Co., TN) married Polly Ann Davidson abt. 1831

(4) Benjamin B. (Boyett?) Lancaster (b. 1810 Williamson Co., TN-d. Dyer Co., TN?) married Lydia Rasbury, abt. 1832

(5) Gabriel Andrew Lancaster (b. 1813 TN-d. 1866 Hickman Co., TN) married 1st Martha Cotham abt. 1836, 2nd Nancy Sarah Horner

(6) James McCaleb Lancaster (b. February 13th 1815 TN-d. August 28th 1862 Cape Girardeau Co., MS) married Naomi Ann Golden, abt. 1833

(7) Female (b. bet. 1816-1820 Hickman Co., TN)

(8) Elijah Hicks Lancaster (b. October 6th 1821 TN-d. March 8th 1882 Massac Co., IL) married 1st Minerva Jane Johnson abt. 1840, 2nd Rebecca Barnett, 3rd Mary Evers, 4th Mary Francis

(9) Female Lancaster (b. bet. 1821-1825 Hickman Co., TN)