Avarilla Scott1,2
(about 1696 - 1 December 1741)
Parents
Biography
Avarilla Scott was also known as Avarilla Durbin.3,4 She was also known as Abarillah Scott.3,4 She was born about 1696 in Baltimore County, Maryland.1,2 She married John Durbin on 20 August 1715 in Baltimore County, Maryland.3,4 On 7 December 1726, John Durbin and Avarilla Scott sold land to Samuel Hughes in Baltimore County, Maryland, consisting of 112 acres known as "Eastland Hills", a portion of "Sophia's Dairy", and 200 acres known as "Hathaway's Hazard", except for a parcel of "Hathaway's Hazard" given by Samuel Brown to Charles Whitaker (who later sold the land to John Durbin), in exchange for 448 other acres.5 She died on 1 December 1741 in Baltimore County, Maryland.2
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Citations
- [S691] Robert W. Barnes, Baltimore County Families, 1659-1759 portion of Maryland Marriages and Genealogies, 1634-1820
- [S862] Anitra R. Streett, Streett Cousins: McComas, Amos, Wheeler, Scott, Wheeler, and Webb Families
- [S694] Robert Barnes, Maryland Marriages, 1634-1777
- [S695] St. John's and St. George's Parish in Baltimore County, mostly St. John's
- [S730] Robert Barnes, Baltimore County, Maryland Deed Abstracts 1659-1750
John Durbin1
(about 1690 - about 1743)
Biography
John Durbin was born about 1690 in Baltimore County, Maryland.1,2 On 3 November 1714, John Durbin purchased land in Baltimore County, Maryland, consisting of 100 acres known as "Tower Hill" from Daniel and Margaret McTish/McTavish.3 He married Avarilla Scott on 20 August 1715 in Baltimore County, Maryland.4,5 On 26 March 1720, John Durbin purchased land in Baltimore County, Maryland, consisting of 102 acres known as "Eastland Hills" and a portion of "Sophia's Dairy" from John and Martha Hall.3 On 29 March 1720, John Durbin purchased land in Baltimore County, Maryland, consisting of a 100 acres portion of "Hathaway's Hazard" except for a small plot at the beginning tree of tract, 10 perches x 25 perches, which was given to Charles Whitaker, from Samuel and Mary Brown.3 On 21 February 1722, John Durbin obtained a land patent for 100 acres known as "Betty's Lot" in Baltimore County, Maryland.3 On 1 June 1722, John Durbin sold land consisting of 48 acres known as "Durbin's Choice" to Samuel Hughes in Baltimore County, Maryland.3 On 20 July 1725, John Durbin purchased land in Baltimore County, Maryland, consisting of 200 acres known as "Hathaway's Hazard" except for a small plot at the beginning tree of tract, 10 perches x 25 perches, which was given to Charles Whitaker, from Samuel and Mary Brown.3 On 7 December 1726, Samuel Hughes and Jane Scott sold land to John Durbin consisting of 48 acres known as "Durbin's Choice" or "Durbin's Chance", 200 acres known as "Hughes' Enlargement", and 200 acres known as "Hughes' Choice", in exchange for 312 other acres in Baltimore County, Maryland.3 On 7 December 1726, John Durbin and Avarilla Scott sold land to Samuel Hughes in Baltimore County, Maryland, consisting of 112 acres known as "Eastland Hills", a portion of "Sophia's Dairy", and 200 acres known as "Hathaway's Hazard", except for a parcel of "Hathaway's Hazard" given by Samuel Brown to Charles Whitaker (who later sold the land to John Durbin), in exchange for 448 other acres.3 On 7 June 1732, John Durbin purchased land in Baltimore County, Maryland, consisting of a 100 acre portion of "Triple or Treble Union", which was originally surveyed before Oct 1731 for Thomas White, Samuel Hughes, and John Durbin, received on this date from Thomas White.3 On 7 August 1734, John Durbin sold land consisting of 100 acres known as "Tower Hill" to Thomas Cottrell in Baltimore County, Maryland.3 He made a will on 22 September 1743 which mentioned tracts of land called "Imble's Union" (perhaps "Triple Union" or "Treble Union"), "Hughes' Choice", "Hughes' Enlargement", and "Betty's Lot". William Durbin and John Durbin were named as heirs.3 John Durbin died about 1743 in Baltimore County, Maryland.2
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Citations
- [S691] Robert W. Barnes, Baltimore County Families, 1659-1759 portion of Maryland Marriages and Genealogies, 1634-1820
- [S862] Anitra R. Streett, Streett Cousins: McComas, Amos, Wheeler, Scott, Wheeler, and Webb Families
- [S730] Robert Barnes, Baltimore County, Maryland Deed Abstracts 1659-1750
- [S694] Robert Barnes, Maryland Marriages, 1634-1777
- [S695] St. John's and St. George's Parish in Baltimore County, mostly St. John's
Avarilla Raven1
(about 1680 - )
Biography
Avarilla Raven was also known as Avarilla Scott.1 She was born about 1680.1 She married Nathaniel Scott about 1700.1
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Citations
- [S691] Robert W. Barnes, Baltimore County Families, 1659-1759 portion of Maryland Marriages and Genealogies, 1634-1820
Avarilla Scott1,2
(about 1730 - )
Parents
Biography
Avarilla Scott was born about 1730.1 She, in June 1733, upon the death of her father, first lived with her grandmother Jane Scott (who remarried and became Jane Watson), then upon her grandmother's death, went to live with her uncle, Daniel Scott.1 She married Thomas Norris on 10 October 1738.2
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Citations
- [S691] Robert W. Barnes, Baltimore County Families, 1659-1759 portion of Maryland Marriages and Genealogies, 1634-1820
- [S862] Anitra R. Streett, Streett Cousins: McComas, Amos, Wheeler, Scott, Wheeler, and Webb Families
Elizabeth Potee1
(about 1724 - before 10 November 1760)
Family: Spouse Aquila Scott (18 November 1724 - before 7 March 1760)
Biography
Elizabeth Potee was also known as Elizabeth Scott.1 She was born about 1724.1 She married Aquila Scott on 13 October 1743.1,2,3,4 She died before 10 November 1760.1,4
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Citations
- [S691] Robert W. Barnes, Baltimore County Families, 1659-1759 portion of Maryland Marriages and Genealogies, 1634-1820
- [S694] Robert Barnes, Maryland Marriages, 1634-1777
- [S695] St. John's and St. George's Parish in Baltimore County, mostly St. John's
- [S862] Anitra R. Streett, Streett Cousins: McComas, Amos, Wheeler, Scott, Wheeler, and Webb Families
Martha Scott1,2
(about 1744 - )
Parents
Biography
Martha Scott was also known as Martha Howard.3,4,1 She was born about 1744.1 She married Lemuel Howard on 7 December 1760.3,4,1
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Citations
- [S691] Robert W. Barnes, Baltimore County Families, 1659-1759 portion of Maryland Marriages and Genealogies, 1634-1820
- [S862] Anitra R. Streett, Streett Cousins: McComas, Amos, Wheeler, Scott, Wheeler, and Webb Families
- [S695] St. John's and St. George's Parish in Baltimore County, mostly St. John's
- [S694] Robert Barnes, Maryland Marriages, 1634-1777
Daniel Scott1,2
(1747 - 1828)
Parents
Biography
Daniel Scott was born in 1747.1,2 He married Margaret Short about 1767. On 22 March 1775, Daniel Scott was a signer of the Bush Declaration, which was signed by 34 duly elected citizens in Harford County, Maryland. This committee decided to show their support for Boston and their disdain for King George by signing the document at the risk of their lives and fortunes. It has been characterized as the first Declaration of Independence, and was signed just 3 weeks prior to the Battles of Lexington and Concord which signaled the beginning of the American Revolution.3,4 He registered for military service on 9 December 1775 as a private in Captain Bond's Co. No. 11.3 In 1775 Daniel Scott was a member of the War Committee in Harford County, Maryland.3 In 1775 Daniel Scott was a signer of the Association of Freemen for Bush River Upper and a solicitor for Bush River Lower.3 He appeared in the census in 1776 in Bush River Lower Hundred, Harford County, Maryland, listed as having in the household 3 servants (Patrick Wagon 30, Mary Armstrong 34, Peter ___ 14) and a negro, Jack, aged 34.5 In 1776 Daniel Scott was solicitor of the Association of Freemen for Bush River Lower.6 He registered for military service in 1778 as a captain in the 8th Battalion of the Militia.3 He died in 1828 at age ~81.3
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Citations
- [S691] Robert W. Barnes, Baltimore County Families, 1659-1759 portion of Maryland Marriages and Genealogies, 1634-1820
- [S862] Anitra R. Streett, Streett Cousins: McComas, Amos, Wheeler, Scott, Wheeler, and Webb Families
- [S700] Maryland and Delaware Revolutionary Patriots, 1775-1783 Military Records
- [S717] Edward C. Papenfuse, Alan F. Day, David W. Jordan, and Gregory A. Stiverson, A Biographical Dictionary of the MD Legislature, 1635-1789
- [S715] 1776 Census
- [S97] Maryland Genealogical Society Bulletin
Aquila Scott1,2
(1751 - )
Parents
Biography
Aquila Scott was born in 1751.1,2 He married Mary Preston on 16 January 1770.1,3,4,5,2 He registered for military service on 9 December 1775 as private in Captain Bond's Co. No. 11.6 He and Mary Preston appeared in the census in 1776 in Harford County, Maryland, listed as having in the household negros Jacob (22), Sam (22), Luther or Esther (6). James Scott, Clemency Scott, and Elizabeth Scott were living in the household with their parents.7 On 3 March 1778 Aquila Scott signed the Oath of Fidelity and Support before John Love in Harford County, Maryland.8,6 He registered for military service in 1778 as an ensign in the 8th Battalion of the Militia.6 In 1779 Aquila Scott served as a grand juror in Harford County, Maryland.6
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Citations
- [S691] Robert W. Barnes, Baltimore County Families, 1659-1759 portion of Maryland Marriages and Genealogies, 1634-1820
- [S862] Anitra R. Streett, Streett Cousins: McComas, Amos, Wheeler, Scott, Wheeler, and Webb Families
- [S707] Maryland Marriages, 1655-1850
- [S694] Robert Barnes, Maryland Marriages, 1634-1777
- [S695] St. John's and St. George's Parish in Baltimore County, mostly St. John's
- [S700] Maryland and Delaware Revolutionary Patriots, 1775-1783 Military Records
- [S715] 1776 Census
- [S692] Broderbund, Maryland Settlers and Soldiers, 1700s-1800s
Mary Preston1,2
(22 May 1754 - )
Parents
Biography
Mary Preston was also known as Mary Scott.1 She was born on 22 May 1754.1,3,2 On 17 September 1766, Mary Preston was named as an heir in the will of James Preston, her father, to share 2/3 of her father's estate equally with her siblings and the children of sister Hannah, who were Martin Preston, Barnard Preston, Ann Preston, Sarah Preston, and Elizabeth Preston.4 Mary Preston married Aquila Scott on 16 January 1770.1,5,6,7,2 Aquila Scott and she appeared in the census in 1776 in Harford County, Maryland, listed as having in the household negros Jacob (22), Sam (22), Luther or Esther (6). James Scott, Clemency Scott, and Elizabeth Scott were living in the household with their parents.8
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Citations
- [S691] Robert W. Barnes, Baltimore County Families, 1659-1759 portion of Maryland Marriages and Genealogies, 1634-1820
- [S862] Anitra R. Streett, Streett Cousins: McComas, Amos, Wheeler, Scott, Wheeler, and Webb Families
- [S720] St. George's Parish in Baltimore County
- [S693] Maryland Probate Records 1674-1774
- [S707] Maryland Marriages, 1655-1850
- [S694] Robert Barnes, Maryland Marriages, 1634-1777
- [S695] St. John's and St. George's Parish in Baltimore County, mostly St. John's
- [S715] 1776 Census
Elizabeth Scott1,2
(about 1749 - 1818)
Parents
Biography
Elizabeth Scott was born about 1749.1,2 She married William Smithson on 11 November 1766.2 She died in 1818 in Harford County, Maryland.2
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Citations
- [S691] Robert W. Barnes, Baltimore County Families, 1659-1759 portion of Maryland Marriages and Genealogies, 1634-1820
- [S862] Anitra R. Streett, Streett Cousins: McComas, Amos, Wheeler, Scott, Wheeler, and Webb Families
James Scott1,2
(1757 - )
Parents
Biography
James Scott was born in 1757.1,2 He appeared in the census in 1776 in Harford County, Maryland, listed as having a household consisting of himself (19), 5 negros (ages 28,9, 4, 1, and 65), servant William Butler (19) and servant Tom Butler (14.)3 In 1776 James Scott signed the Association of Freemen for Bush River Lower.4 In 1778 James Scott signed the Oath of Fidelity and Support before William Bond, one of the State Justices for Harford County in Harford County, Maryland.5,4 He registered for military service on 13 July 1780 as a recruit for a new regiment.4
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Citations
- [S691] Robert W. Barnes, Baltimore County Families, 1659-1759 portion of Maryland Marriages and Genealogies, 1634-1820
- [S862] Anitra R. Streett, Streett Cousins: McComas, Amos, Wheeler, Scott, Wheeler, and Webb Families
- [S715] 1776 Census
- [S700] Maryland and Delaware Revolutionary Patriots, 1775-1783 Military Records
- [S692] Broderbund, Maryland Settlers and Soldiers, 1700s-1800s
Sarah Scott1,2
(about 1744 - )
Parents
Biography
Sarah Scott was born about 1744.1
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Citations
- [S691] Robert W. Barnes, Baltimore County Families, 1659-1759 portion of Maryland Marriages and Genealogies, 1634-1820
- [S862] Anitra R. Streett, Streett Cousins: McComas, Amos, Wheeler, Scott, Wheeler, and Webb Families
Benjamin Wheeler1,2
(10 October 1731 - 1802)
Parents
Biography
Benjamin Wheeler was born on 10 October 1731.1,2 He was mentioned in the will of Elizabeth Whitaker, his grandmother, dated on 2 May 1758 in Baltimore County, Maryland.1 In 1776 Benjamin Wheeler signed the Association of Freemen for Spesutia Upper Hundred.3 He was listed in the tax record of 1778 in Spesutia Hundred, Harford County, Maryland.3 He died in 1802 at age ~71.2
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Citations
- [S693] Maryland Probate Records 1674-1774
- [S862] Anitra R. Streett, Streett Cousins: McComas, Amos, Wheeler, Scott, Wheeler, and Webb Families
- [S97] Maryland Genealogical Society Bulletin
Thomas Wheeler1,2
(10 February 1734/35 - )
Parents
Biography
Thomas Wheeler was born on 10 February 1734/35.1,2 He was mentioned in the will of Elizabeth Whitaker, his grandmother, dated on 2 May 1758 in Baltimore County, Maryland.1 In 1776 Thomas Wheeler signed the Association of Freemen for Bush River Upper before Robert Harris.3
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Citations
- [S693] Maryland Probate Records 1674-1774
- [S862] Anitra R. Streett, Streett Cousins: McComas, Amos, Wheeler, Scott, Wheeler, and Webb Families
- [S97] Maryland Genealogical Society Bulletin
Hannah Wheeler1,2
(16 February 1740/41 - )
Parents
Biography
Hannah Wheeler was also known as Hannah Cooper.3 She was born on 16 February 1740/41.1,2 She was mentioned in the will of Elizabeth Whitaker, her grandmother, dated on 2 May 1758 in Baltimore County, Maryland.1 Hannah Wheeler married John Cooper about 1765.3,2
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Citations
- [S693] Maryland Probate Records 1674-1774
- [S862] Anitra R. Streett, Streett Cousins: McComas, Amos, Wheeler, Scott, Wheeler, and Webb Families
- [S717] Edward C. Papenfuse, Alan F. Day, David W. Jordan, and Gregory A. Stiverson, A Biographical Dictionary of the MD Legislature, 1635-1789
Mary Wheeler1,2
(31 May 1739 - 1806)
Parents
Biography
Mary Wheeler was also known as Mary Clements.3 She was born on 31 May 1739.1,2 She was mentioned in the will of Elizabeth Whitaker, her grandmother, dated on 2 May 1758 in Baltimore County, Maryland.1 Mary Wheeler married John Clements about 1765.3,2 She died in 1806 at age ~67.2
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Citations
- [S693] Maryland Probate Records 1674-1774
- [S862] Anitra R. Streett, Streett Cousins: McComas, Amos, Wheeler, Scott, Wheeler, and Webb Families
- [S717] Edward C. Papenfuse, Alan F. Day, David W. Jordan, and Gregory A. Stiverson, A Biographical Dictionary of the MD Legislature, 1635-1789
Charity Ann Wheeler1,2,3
(1744 - 10 October 1820)
Parents
Biography
Charity Ann Wheeler was also known as Charity Ann Jenkins.2 She was born in 1744.1,2,2,3 She was mentioned in the will of Elizabeth Whitaker, her grandmother, dated on 2 May 1758 in Baltimore County, Maryland.1 Charity Ann Wheeler married Michael Jenkins on 21 December 1761.2,2,4,3 She died on 10 October 1820 at age ~76.2,2,4
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Citations
- [S693] Maryland Probate Records 1674-1774
- [S709] Society of Colonial Wars in the State of MD, Pedigees of Members 1905-1939
- [S862] Anitra R. Streett, Streett Cousins: McComas, Amos, Wheeler, Scott, Wheeler, and Webb Families
- [S719] George Norbury MacKenzie (Editor), Colonial Families of the United States of America, Vol 5
Martha Wheeler1,2
(12 May 1737 - November 1769)
Parents
Biography
Martha Wheeler was also known as Martha Hillen.3 She was born on 12 May 1737.1,2 She was mentioned in the will of Elizabeth Whitaker, her grandmother, dated on 2 May 1758 in Baltimore County, Maryland.1 Martha Wheeler married Solomon Hillen about 1765.3 She died in November 1769 at age 32.3,2
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Citations
- [S693] Maryland Probate Records 1674-1774
- [S862] Anitra R. Streett, Streett Cousins: McComas, Amos, Wheeler, Scott, Wheeler, and Webb Families
- [S717] Edward C. Papenfuse, Alan F. Day, David W. Jordan, and Gregory A. Stiverson, A Biographical Dictionary of the MD Legislature, 1635-1789
Daniel MacComus1
(about 1666 - before 16 March 1699)
Biography
Daniel MacComus was also known as Daniel McComas. He was born about 1666.1 He married Elizabeth about 1686.1,2,3,4 He migrated to Maryland from Scotland about 1686.1 In 1687, Daniel MacComus lived in Anne Arundel County, Maryland.5 Before 4 August 1692 Daniel MacComus was a taylor in Anne Arundel County, Maryland.6 On 4 August 1692, Daniel MacComus purchased land in Anne Arundel County, Maryland, from Thomas Browne and his wife Catherine, of Anne Arundel County, a planter, called Brown's Chance for 4000 good pounds merchantable tobacco. Brown's Chance lay on the sounth side of the Severn River, bounded by property of Richard Wharfield, Jonas Pierpoint Thomas, and Edward Gardner, amounting to 98 acres. Thomas Browne obtained the tract from Richard Beard, as part of a greater tract of land that was patented by Thomas Browne on 1 Oct 1687 in the City of St. Mary's.6 He died before 16 March 1699 as at this time, his son and heir, John, requested the recording of Daniel's deed to Brown's Chance, which John would not have done if his father was still alive.1,5,3,4,6
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Citations
- [S568] Sam McComas' Records
- [S706] Henry Clay McComas and Mary Winona McComas, The McComas Saga
- [S97] Maryland Genealogical Society Bulletin
- [S717] Edward C. Papenfuse, Alan F. Day, David W. Jordan, and Gregory A. Stiverson, A Biographical Dictionary of the MD Legislature, 1635-1789
- [S691] Robert W. Barnes, Baltimore County Families, 1659-1759 portion of Maryland Marriages and Genealogies, 1634-1820
- [S758] Land Records Anne Arundel County MD
Elizabeth1
(about 1666 - )
Biography
Elizabeth was also known as Elizabeth MacComus.1 She was born about 1666.1 She married Daniel MacComus about 1686.1,2,3,4
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Citations
- [S568] Sam McComas' Records
- [S706] Henry Clay McComas and Mary Winona McComas, The McComas Saga
- [S97] Maryland Genealogical Society Bulletin
- [S717] Edward C. Papenfuse, Alan F. Day, David W. Jordan, and Gregory A. Stiverson, A Biographical Dictionary of the MD Legislature, 1635-1789
Daniel McComas, Jr1,2,3
(about 1751 - )
Parents
Biography
Daniel McComas, Jr, was born about 1751 in Baltimore County, Maryland.3 He was mentioned in the will of Daniel McComas, his father, dated on 16 June 1765.4,5
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Citations
- [S568] Sam McComas' Records
- [S691] Robert W. Barnes, Baltimore County Families, 1659-1759 portion of Maryland Marriages and Genealogies, 1634-1820
- [S862] Anitra R. Streett, Streett Cousins: McComas, Amos, Wheeler, Scott, Wheeler, and Webb Families
- [S97] Maryland Genealogical Society Bulletin
- [S693] Maryland Probate Records 1674-1774
Tabitha Johnson1
(about 1721 - between 1764 and 1794)
Biography
Tabitha Johnson was also known as Tabitha McComas.2 She was born about 1721.1 She married Daniel McComas on 26 January 1743.3,4,2,5 She died between 1764 and 1794.2
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Citations
- [S568] Sam McComas' Records
- [S728] Mary Mortimeyer and Frances Revesz, Part II of the McComas Family
- [S691] Robert W. Barnes, Baltimore County Families, 1659-1759 portion of Maryland Marriages and Genealogies, 1634-1820
- [S695] St. John's and St. George's Parish in Baltimore County, mostly St. John's
- [S694] Robert Barnes, Maryland Marriages, 1634-1777
James McComas1,2
(13 September 1735 - 19 February 1791)
Parents
Biography
James McComas was born on 13 September 1735 in St. John's Parish, Baltimore County, Maryland.1,3,4,5,6,2 About 1755 James McComas was a planter.5 He married Elizabeth Hillen on 15 November 1761 in Baltimore County, Maryland.1,3,4,5,7,8,6,2 About 1761 James McComas was a member of the Anglican religion in St. John's Parish, Baltimore County, Maryland.5 On 2 August 1762, James McComas purchased land consisting of 92 acres known as "Littleton" from Thomas White, who received it from William Davis, who in turn purchased it from John Norrington, who purchased it from John McComas, son of Daniel MacComas. That John McComas was this James' uncle.3,9 On 16 June 1765, James McComas was named as an heir in the will of Daniel McComas, his father, to receive GRESHAM'S COLLEGE.10,11 On 22 March 1775, James McComas was a signer of the Bush Declaration, which was signed by 34 duly elected citizens in Harford County, Maryland. This committee decided to show their support for Boston and their disdain for King George by signing the document at the risk of their lives and fortunes. It has been characterized as the first Declaration of Independence, and was signed just 3 weeks prior to the Battles of Lexington and Concord which signaled the beginning of the American Revolution.12,5 On 26 July 1775 James McComas attended a convention of delegates from the 16 counties of Maryland as one of the 11 representatives from Harford County in Annapolis, Maryland.10 He registered for military service on 9 December 1775 as a 2nd Lieutenant in Captain Bond's Co. No. 11.12 In 1775 James McComas was a signer of the Association of Freemen for Bush River Lower.12 In 1775 James McComas attended 5th Convention in Harford County, Maryland.5 In 1775 James McComas was appointed to War Committee for Bush River Lower Hundred in Harford County, Maryland.5,12 He registered for military service on 18 September 1776 (sometimes recorded as 26 Apr 1776), he was appointed Captain, 8th Battalion, Harford County Militia.12,5 He and Elizabeth Hillen appeared in the census in 1776 in Bush River Lower Hundred, Harford County, Maryland, listed as having in the household 8 negros. William McComas, Josiah H McComas, Martha McComas, Elizabeth McComas, Susannah McComas, Nathaniel McComas, and James McComas, Jr, were living in the household with their parents.3,13 In 1776 James McComas was a signer and solicitor of the Association of Freemen for Bush River Lower.12 He owned 8 slaves in 1776.5 He registered for military service on 9 April 1778 and was commissioned Lt. Colonel, 8th Battalion, Harford County Militia.12,5 In 1778 James McComas was a signer of the Oath of Allegiance to Maryland and administered the oath to others.12 He owned approximately 397 acres in Harford County, including 305 acres inherited from his father ("Gresham's College") and 92 acres purchased ("Littleton") in 1778.5 Between 1778 and 1779 James McComas was a member of the Lower House for Harford County but was determined to be ineligible because he did not resign his colonel's commission until the third day of the election, and was thus discharged on 30 Oct 1778. He was reelected and returned on 25 Nov 1778.5 Between 1778 and 1790 James McComas was a justice in Harford County, Maryland.5 Between 1779 and 1781 James McComas was a tax commissioner.5 Between 1782 and 1784 James McComas was a justice in Harford County, Maryland.5 In 1782 James McComas was elected to the Vestry of St. John's Parish in Harford County, Maryland.5 In 1783 James McComas was considered an Esquire.5 He was assessed for personal property value of 432.0.0 pounds, including 7 slaves and 14 oz plate in 1783.5 He was assessed for 380 acres in Harford County and 1 improved lot in Abington, Harford County in 1783.5 On 12 April 1790, James McComas was a County Justice in Harford County, Maryland.14 In 1790 James McComas was a tax commissioner.5 Before 1791 James McComas owned a sawmill.5,6 He owned 1 slave in 1790.5 He died on 19 February 1791 in Harford County, Maryland, at age 55.1,4,5
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Citations
- [S568] Sam McComas' Records
- [S862] Anitra R. Streett, Streett Cousins: McComas, Amos, Wheeler, Scott, Wheeler, and Webb Families
- [S691] Robert W. Barnes, Baltimore County Families, 1659-1759 portion of Maryland Marriages and Genealogies, 1634-1820
- [S709] Society of Colonial Wars in the State of MD, Pedigees of Members 1905-1939
- [S717] Edward C. Papenfuse, Alan F. Day, David W. Jordan, and Gregory A. Stiverson, A Biographical Dictionary of the MD Legislature, 1635-1789
- [S728] Mary Mortimeyer and Frances Revesz, Part II of the McComas Family
- [S694] Robert Barnes, Maryland Marriages, 1634-1777
- [S695] St. John's and St. George's Parish in Baltimore County, mostly St. John's
- [S730] Robert Barnes, Baltimore County, Maryland Deed Abstracts 1659-1750
- [S97] Maryland Genealogical Society Bulletin
- [S693] Maryland Probate Records 1674-1774
- [S700] Maryland and Delaware Revolutionary Patriots, 1775-1783 Military Records
- [S692] Broderbund, Maryland Settlers and Soldiers, 1700s-1800s
- [S865] Walter W. Preston, History of Harford County, Maryland, from 1608 (The Year of Smith's Expedition) to the Close of the War of 1812
Elizabeth Hillen1
(1744 - before 25 July 1826)
Parents
Family: Spouse James McComas (13 September 1735 - 19 February 1791)
Biography
Elizabeth Hillen was also known as Elizabeth McComas.1 She was born in 1744.1,2,3 She married James McComas on 15 November 1761 in Baltimore County, Maryland.1,4,2,3,5,6,7,8 James McComas and she appeared in the census in 1776 in Bush River Lower Hundred, Harford County, Maryland, listed as having in the household 8 negros. William McComas, Josiah H McComas, Martha McComas, Elizabeth McComas, Susannah McComas, Nathaniel McComas, and James McComas, Jr, were living in the household with their parents.4,9 Elizabeth Hillen died before 25 July 1826.3,7
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Citations
- [S568] Sam McComas' Records
- [S709] Society of Colonial Wars in the State of MD, Pedigees of Members 1905-1939
- [S717] Edward C. Papenfuse, Alan F. Day, David W. Jordan, and Gregory A. Stiverson, A Biographical Dictionary of the MD Legislature, 1635-1789
- [S691] Robert W. Barnes, Baltimore County Families, 1659-1759 portion of Maryland Marriages and Genealogies, 1634-1820
- [S694] Robert Barnes, Maryland Marriages, 1634-1777
- [S695] St. John's and St. George's Parish in Baltimore County, mostly St. John's
- [S728] Mary Mortimeyer and Frances Revesz, Part II of the McComas Family
- [S862] Anitra R. Streett, Streett Cousins: McComas, Amos, Wheeler, Scott, Wheeler, and Webb Families
- [S692] Broderbund, Maryland Settlers and Soldiers, 1700s-1800s
William McComas1,2
(1763 - before 1783)
Parents
Biography
William McComas was born in 1763 in Baltimore County, Maryland.1,3,2 In 1776, William McComas appeared on the census in Bush River Lower Hundred, Harford County, Maryland, in the household of his parents, James McComas and Elizabeth Hillen.3,4 William McComas died before 1783.5 He and Elizabeth Gilbert obtained a licence to marry on 11 June 1784 in Harford County, Maryland.6 He married Elizabeth Gilbert after 11 June 1784 in Harford County, Maryland.6
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Citations
- [S568] Sam McComas' Records
- [S862] Anitra R. Streett, Streett Cousins: McComas, Amos, Wheeler, Scott, Wheeler, and Webb Families
- [S691] Robert W. Barnes, Baltimore County Families, 1659-1759 portion of Maryland Marriages and Genealogies, 1634-1820
- [S692] Broderbund, Maryland Settlers and Soldiers, 1700s-1800s
- [S728] Mary Mortimeyer and Frances Revesz, Part II of the McComas Family
- [S729] Jon Harlan Livezey and Helene Maynard Davis, Harford County, Maryland Marriage Licenses 1777-1865