Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting of Friends

PUBLICATIONS OF THE GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY OF PENNSYLVANIA. Vol. II. 1902. No. 2. MINUTES OF PHILADELPHIA MONTHLY MEET¬ ING OF FRIENDS.* ( Continued from Vol. I, 298. ) At our Monthly Meeting the third of the third month, 1686. The foregoing matter about securing the land for the meeting house from Thomas Holme, The friends abovesaid are desired yet to treat with him, and get the same Con¬ veyed. The weakness and insufficiency of the meeting house on the front of Delaware for want of supporting and bracing, was spoken of and considered, and there being a present necessity for doing something about it, The meeting pro¬ posed strengthning of it to John Parsons and Thomas Bradford, who after viewing and considering thereof did undertake to do the same strong and firm and the meeting doth promise to order their pay at next meeting for the same. * Abbreviations are enclosed in brackets. 94 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. Benjamin Chambers & Hannah Smith appeared the second time & declared their intentions of marriage, all things appearing clear friends leave them to their own time for the Consummating their said intentions. Philip Howell & Jane Luffe appeared the second time and declared their intentions of marriage, all things appear¬ ing clear, when the writing for confirmation of her hus¬ bands will to her Child is signed, friends leave them to their own time for the Consummating the same. Elisabeth Fitzwater and Elisabeth Barber presented from the Womens meeting* Nathaniel Sikes & Ellinor Pain who declared their intentions of marriage, the man produc¬ ing a Certificate from England, the meeting appoints John Goodson and John Parsons to Enquire of his clearness, and bring a report to the next meeting. The meeting desires Christopher Taylor to get leave of Zachary Whitpain for the Carts to draw the Timber for the meeting house. The meeting desires Griffith Jones and William Berry & Samuel Burbury or any two of them to take a view of John LowVs Goods in the hands of John Curtis, and settle accotB with him & bring accots to next meeting, and that William Frampton & William South erby write to William Berry & Samuel Burbury about it. At our Quarterly Meeting in Philadelphia the seventh of the fourth month 1686. Friends appointed to attend the service of this meeting from the other side of Skuylkill, John Bevan, George Painter, Hugh Roberts, Edward Jones, Thomas Duckett, John Warner. For Oxford meeting, Joseph Paul, Robert Adams, John Hart, John Barnes. * In no other meeting record which has come under my observation has there been evidence that couples intending marriage were presented by women Friends to the men’s meeting. G- C. — Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 95 For Philadelphia The monthly meeting. Something being proposed that Philadelphia monthly meeting be before every Quarterly meeting for the Ease of Country friends and that next monthly meeting do con¬ sider thereof, and appoint a time suitable. Whereas William Alio way & Elisabeth Protherough did many months since declare their intentions of marriage and have not proceeded therein, the meeting ordered a few lines to be sent to desire him to come to the next meeting to clear himself, or send his reasons for his not proceeding in the aforesaid intentions. [Nathaniel Sikes and Ellinor Pain appear the second time.] An Epistle from John Burnyatt was read and committed to the printer, who will print 100 within a week, and the monthly meetings of this Quarterly meeting is to pay 5/ for each meeting, which is the full for 100. Thomas Duckett to receive l/3d & pay the printer 5/. William Preston to receive l/3d & pay 5/. and Alexander Beardsley l/3d & to pay 5/. The meeting considering of a Collection for the meeting house in the Center, Evan Protherough subscribed one pound. Henry Furnis one bushel of Corn. Whereas Dennis Rochford & Joseph Baker did declare to the meeting that Evan Oliver hath in his hands Goods of some Orphans wherein they are equally concerned, and saith that he refuseth to give security for the said goods, The meeting appointed Christopher Taylor and Thomas Fitzwater to speak with Evan Oliver about it, and give acco* to the next meeting. The meeting appoints William Frampton to pay what is in his hands of the monthly Collections to John Parsons and Thomas Bradford and give account to the next meeting. Collected this meeting 5/6. At our Monthly Meeting the fifth of the fifth month 96 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 1686, where friends being met together in the dread and fear of God, several testimonies being born. This meeting doth agree that the monthly meeting forego the Quarterly meeting, and shall be the last 6th day of the 6th month, and afterwards to be the last 6th day in every month, and that next monthly meeting some friends be appointed to give notice the first day before. The Epistle of John Burnyatt was printed, and some dis¬ posed of according to the order of the meeting, and the meeting orders that the rest be dispersed according to the service intended. The business of Evan Oliver was spoke to, and Thomas Fitzwater acquainted the meeting that he had spoke to Evan Oliver about it, and that Evan told him that he would do what friends should think fit for him to do, for securing the said Orphans Estate. The meeting appoints William Southerby & Philip England to take security from Evan Oliver, Joseph Baker & Dennis Rochford respectively in behalf of the Children, and acquaint the meeting. This day Robert Kent & Margaret Thompson made their first proposall of their intentions of marriage. The meet¬ ing appoints Thomas Fitzwater & Thomas Hooton to En¬ quire into the said Roberts clearness and make report thereof to the next meeting. This meeting William Hudson <fc Ann Ways made their first proposal of their intentions of marriage. The meeting appoints Alexander Beardsley & David Brientnall to En¬ quire into said Williams clearness, and make report thereof the next meeting. John Goodson and Thomas Holliman are desired to speak to Andrew Griscom that he go on with the meeting house at the Center, and if he neglect to do it, that they order other workmen to go on with the said work. This meeting doth appoint Thomas Howell hencefor¬ ward to be Grave maker, and to take an account of the names of such as shall be buried there, and to secure the Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting . 97 gate and fence that Cattle may not be let in, also that he keep due Record of the time of the death and buriall of those that are buried there, and that 2/ Grave satisfy for all, and also to be allowed by the meeting a lock and a book to register buryals in. This meeting agreed that there be a general subscription by friends belonging to this meeting to pay for the meeting house Ground on Delaware side, likewise for paling of it in, and that Thomas Fitzwater, Joshua Cart, John Goodson & Benjamin Chambers do go from house to house among friends belonging to the said meeting, and to receive their Contributions for that End & purpose. Collected this meeting 5/. and paid the same to Alexander Beardsley for money that he laid down for the printer. At our Monthly Meeting the second day of sixth month 1686. The meeting appointed William Southerby & Alexander Beardsley to acquaint friends at the first days meeting be¬ fore, that the next monthly meeting will be the last 6th day of the week in this month and that it shall continue to be the last 6th day of every month. Some friends acquainting the meeting that Andrew Griscom saith that the meeting house will be ready to raise the third or fourth day next which shall be appointed for that purpose. The meeting desires John Jones, John Parsons and Thomas Bradford to speak to friends belonging to the meeting to send help at the time, as Andrew Griscomb and they shall appoint, and that the said friends with Andrew consider of materials for the easy raising of the aforesaid Roof &Ca. The meeting also desires friends appointed the last meeting for getting subscriptions and Collections to raise money to pay Thomas Holmes for the meeting house ground, on the front of Delaware, still to do their utmost endeavour in the forwarding the same, that the ground may be paid for, 98 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. in order for a Conveyance to be made to the persons ap¬ pointed for the use of the meeting, and give account of what they have done the next meeting. Robert Kent and Margaret Thompson the second time declared their intentions of marriage, all things being clear, the meeting leave them to their own time for the Consum¬ mating of the same. William Hudson & Ann Ways appeared the second time and declared their intentions of marriage, all things ap¬ pearing clear, friends leave them to their own time for the consummating their said intentions. Elizabeth Luffe and Elizabeth Morgan presented from the womens meeting Benjamin Acton & Christian England, who the first time declared their intentions of marriage, the meeting desires Benja Acton to bring a Certificate from the meeting at Salem in order to his further proceedings. The meeting agrees that Ralph Ward shall be paid 28/. for two weeks keeping of John Lowe’s children before they were disposed of. Collected this meeting 10/6 & ordered to be paid to Andrew Griscom. At a Monthly Meeting at Philadelphia the twenty-seventh of the sixth month 1686. Agreed that those friends formerly appointed to Collect from friends towards the meeting house Ground <fc paling on Delaware side, are desired to go through writh the said work among friends from house to house, and give account thereof at next meeting. Agreed that the Center meeting be now taken care of. Barnabas Willcox offers to speak to workmen that are fit to be concerned to Cover the Center meeting house, and to oversee the same to be done, and William Southerby offers also to oversee the workmen & take account of their work. Griffith Jones agrees to give Credit to provide shingles & Barn8 Wilcox is to provide nails. John Jones offers to find Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 99 nails for boarding the Roof by Crediting the meeting. Barn8 Wilcox is desired to speak to Thomas Duckett that he with all speed go on with the brickwork of the meeting house. Griffith Jones and John Jones are desired to take care to get Bricks, who offer to give the meeting Credit at the Request of friends, and Thomas Fitzwater and John Jones will take care for the Carriage of them & shingles &Ca. Ordered that Edward Luffe & Thomas Fitzwater do speak to James Harrison that if he has any Effects in his hands in order to supply the wants of Richard Merry weather that he will take some care in that behalf. Thomas Langhorn, Thomas Fitzwater & Edward Luffe are appointed by this meeting to correspond with the friends at the next General Meeting at Burlington. At this meeting here was John Austin and desired a Certificate from friends of his clearness. Friends appoint Philip England and Robert Kent to Enquire thereinto and to give friends an account the next monthly meeting. At this meeting there was somewhat spoken in relation to those that might walk disorderly, and it was the desire of friends that it henceforward might be a thing inspected into in all our monthly & Quarterly meetings, and that such persons be carefully spoken unto. Collected 12/. which was given to Andrew Griscom tow¬ ards Center meeting house. At a Monthly Meeting the Twenty fourth of the seventh month 1686, Friends being met at the house of John Jones. William Southerby, John Jones and Philip England are desired by friends to seek out forthwith for a workman to go on with the boarding & shingling of the Center meeting house, and Anthony Morris will see him paid, and give this meeting Credit for the same, at their Request. Edward Luffe, Thomas Hooton & William Southerby are desired that if they hear of any persons professing Truth, 100 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. that walk not according to it, that they speak to them, and advise them to take care that the Truth which they profess may not be dishonoured by them. Benjamin Acton & Christian England came the second time to our monthly meeting to signifie their intentions, Benja“ having brought a Certificate with him from Salem friends of his good behaviour, which friends were satisfied with, so they are left to their liberty to consummate their marriage. Joan Jones and Elisabeth Eitzwater having presented John Otter & Mary Blinston who have published their in¬ tentions of marriage to this meeting, it being the first time, Thomas Hooton and Anthony Morris are desired to speak to Mary Blinston that she make over to her Child, and settle upon her what part of her estate she is willing to be¬ stow, and give account to friends at next meeting. Alexander Beardsley is appointed by friends to go to the Widow Frampton and get those books that belong to this meeting, which her husband had in his Custody. Henry Furniss and Thomas Howell offers each of them to find a man for three days to carry on the Center meeting house work, and Thomas Duckett & John Redman are to call for them as there is occasion. Thomas Hooton and Edward Luffe are desired by this meeting to Enquire into the condition of William Yidler and if there be a necessity to allow something to his assistance, they are desired to firnish it, and friends will take care to Reimburse them. At a Monthly Meeting the Twenty ninth of Eighth month 1686. Thomas Fitzwater hath undertaken to send a man to the Center Meeting house to be an assistant to Thomas Marl for the carrying on the boarding and shingling the roof, and give the meeting Credit for the same. [Robert Turner and Thomas Fitzwater are desired to Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting . 101 speak with Griffith Jones that he give friends satisfaction in regard to some matters.] John Otter & Mary Blinston having appeared the second time to signify their former intentions of marriage, and the said John Otter having brought a Certificate with him from the monthly meeting at Neshaminy of his clearness and good behaviour, which was approved of, and they are left to Consummate their aforesaid intentions. Benjamin Cham¬ bers & Anthony Morris are desired by this meeting to En¬ quire in behalf of Mary Blinstons daughter to whom security is to be given that what she hath to bestow on her daughter may be secured, and that the aforesaid persons do see the thing accomplished before their marriage. Elisabeth Hooton and Elisabeth Luffe presents Thomas Hooton jun. & Elisabeth Stanly who declared their inten¬ tions of marriage before this meeting, it being the first time, friends appoint Anthony Morris & Alexander Beardsley to Enquire into the young mans clearness, and make report thereof to the next meeting. Sarah Holliman & Elisabeth Martin present Zechariah Whitpain and Sarah Songhurst who having laid their in¬ tentions of marriage before friends, it being the first time, and the said Zechariah having no Certificate from his father, Friends desire Robert Turner & John Goodson to write to his father that he signify to friends his mind con¬ cerning his son’s proceedings in order to marry S. SonghurstThe friends appointed to collect subscriptions in order to pay for the meeting house ground on Delaware side have been amongst friends who have subscribed, and they hope to have Effects in order to clear the same by the next meeting. At the request of friends Anthony Morris hath under¬ taken to go from person to person that subscribed towards building the Center meeting house, and take of them an acco4 how they paid their subscriptions, and to whom, and 102 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. to speak to those that have not paid, that they bring in their subscriptions, and make report thereof to the next meeting. Friends of this meeting desire John Goodson to speak to Andrew Griscom that he forthwith come to finish the hip¬ ping of the Roof, that workmen may go on with shingling the same. At the request of friends Thomas Fitzwater & Anthony Morris will undertake to look after the subscription for the poor, and those friends that have not money are desired to send in what goods they are willing to part with for the relief of poor friends to the above named persons. At the request of friends William Carter hath undertaken to Enter all friends Certificates that are brought into this meeting. Collected this meeting for the use of the poor 8/3. & left in the hands of Anthony Morris. At a Monthly Meeting in Philadelphia the Twenty sixth of the ninth Month 1686. friends being met together to inspect into the affairs of Truth. Robert Turner and John Goodson presented a letter which they wrote to Zachary Whitpains father according to the appointment of the last meeting, which was read amongst friends at this meeting. At the request of this meeting Alexr Beardsley hath un¬ dertaken to speak to John Southworth to know how the book wherein friends Certificates were Entred, is disposed of, and make report thereof to the next meeting. Elisabeth Hooton & Elisabeth Luffe presents Thomas Hooton Junr & Elisabeth Stanly, who declared their inten¬ tions of taking each other in marriage, it being the second time, and nothing appearing that might obstruct their pro¬ ceedings, they were left to consummate their aforesaid in¬ tentions. Thomas Duckett & Ruth Wood were presented to this Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 103 meeting by Meliss1 Hodskins & Margaret Beardsley, who declared their intentions of marriage, it being the first time, friends desire Philip England and John Redman to Enquire into Thomas’s clearness and make report thereof the next meeting. The Hipping of the Roof of the Center meeting house being in discourse how to proceed, in order to get it done, and accordingly several persons have subscribed to pay those workmen that undertake the same. Elisabeth Luffe & Margaret Beardsley present William Fisher & Bridget Hodgkins to this meeting, w7ho having declared their intentions of marriage with each other. The young man having no Certificate of his fathers approbation in the case, was desired to write for one. Barn8 Wilcox & Tho8 Duckett are to make Enquiry concerning William. Sarah Holliman & Elisabeth Martin present Zachary Whitpain <fc Sarah Songhurst, who declared their intentions of marriage with each other, it being the second time, friends refer him to the last meetings advice, which was to forbear consummating the same till friends receive an an¬ swer of his fathers approbation. Robert Turner declaring his intentions of taking Susan¬ nah Welch to be his wife, desired a Certificate from friends in order to his proceedure, the meeting appoints James Claypoole & Thomas Fitzwater to Enquire into his clear¬ ness and make Report thereof next meeting. At our Quarterly Meeting the sixth of the Tenth month 1686, in Philadelphia, at the meeting house on Delaware, friends being met together to inspect into the affairs of Truth. From the monthly meeting on the other side Skuylkill were Paul Saunders, George Painter, John Jermin, Richard Orme, John Warner. From Oxford monthly meeting were Richard Whitfield, John Hart, William Bradford & Joseph Paul- 104 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. Mention being made of the Subscription towards the Center meeting house by the aforesaid monthly meetings, Friends from Oxford have not done anything in that case, because they have a meeting house of their own going for¬ wards, and are scarcely able to finish the same. James Fox offers 20/ towards the Center meeting house. Joseph Paul paid to Andrew Griscombs order 20/ towards the same. It is desired by this meeting that James Claypoole, Wil¬ liam Southerby & Benjamin Chambers do write to friends of the Quarterly Meetings in the Counties of Bucks and Chester desiring their aid towards carrying on the work of the Center meeting house, and sign the same in behalf of this meeting. At our Monthly Meeting on Delaware Side the Thirty first of the Tenth month 1686. friends being met together in the Love and fear of God. Alexander Beardsley is desired by the meeting to pay John Southworth for the book that friends Certificates are entered into, and place the same to the account of the meeting. Several Certificates were Read viz* One for Robert Whitton from Snape meeting in Yorkshire, One for Michael & Elisabeth Hammond from The Peel meeting in London. one for Thomas & Mary Peart from Thusk monthly meet¬ ing in Yorkshire. James Claypoole, Thomas Fitz water & John Goodson are desired by this meeting to draw up a Certificate for Robert Turner. Andrew Griscom is desired by friends to bring in Exact accounts of all he hath received from friends relating to the Center meeting house, and of whom, also all account of them that paid their subscriptions in Carpenters work, and bring in the same to the next monthly meeting. At the request of Andrew Griscom friends have pitched Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 105 upon Thomas Bradford, Thomas Masters, John Day and Thomas Jaquess to take a survey of the Carpenters work on the Center meeting house, and give their Judgments of the value thereof to the next meeting. Melissant Hodgkins and Margaret Beardsley presents Thomas Duckett and Ruth Wood who declared their inten¬ tions of taking each other, it being the second time, friends having received satisfaction from those appointed to En¬ quire into their clearness, they were left to their own time to consummate their aforesaid intentions. Collected this meeting for the poor, and left in the hands of Anthony Morris 17/2$. Henry Lakin’s Certificate was read from the monthly meeting in Chesterfield in Staffordshire, who at this time proposed his intentions of marriage with Ann Lee, widow, it being the first time, and his Certificate making no men¬ tion of his clearness in relation to marriage, he was desired to get one from the meeting he belonged to in England, before he proceeded any further in that Case. This meeting having taken into consideration the omis¬ sion or want of that clause relating to marriage in the Cer¬ tificates of many friends who come into these parts, There¬ fore they desire James Claypoole, Robert Turner, Thomas Fitzwater, John Hayton, John Goodson, John Shilson and Thomas Hooton to write to the Yearly meeting in London to desire their care in that behalf. Ellis Jones and Jane Jones being presented to this meet¬ ing by Sarah Hollyman and Elisabeth Luffe who declared their intentions of marriage before this meeting, it being the first time, friends desire Philip England and John Red¬ man to Enquire into the mans clearness, & make report thereof to the next monthly meeting. The meeting desires John Hay ton, John Goodson, Thomas Hootton and John Shelson to go to Zechariah Whitpain and his wife, and speak to them that they give friends Satisfaction wherein they have proceeded in order 106 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting . to take each other as man and wife, contrary to the advice and Consent of friends of this monthly meeting causing the truth thereby to suffer, and make report of the same to the next monthly meeting. The 20/. that Rachel Warner formerly had of friends, she hath returned, It being Converted for the use of poor friends. 18/6 of which was left in the hands of Anthony Morris. At our Monthly Meeting the Twenty Eighth of the Eleventh month, 1686, friends being met together at the meeting house on the front of Delaware to inspect into the concerns of Truth. Our friend John Hayton intending his Journey towards New England & those parts, desired a Certificate from friends of this meeting, which was accordingly granted, as having unity with him. At the request of Andrew Griscom the persons that were appointed to take a survey of his work at the Center meet¬ ing house was desired to forbear till the next month. At the request of Samuel Tombs who desired a Certificate of his clearness in relation to marriage, the meeting ap¬ points Edward Luff and John Parsons to Enquire there¬ into, and make report thereof to the next meeting. John Goodson and John Shelson being appointed by friends to go to Zechariah Whitpain and his wife returned answer to this meeting that the said Zechariah Whitpain did not understand, neither was convinced wherein he had acted contrary to Truth. Elisabeth Luffe & Margaret Beardsley presents William Fisher & Bridget Hodgkins, who declared their intentions of marriage before the meeting, it being the second time, and upon enquiry made their being nothing produced that might obstruct, they were left in the Wisdom of God to consummate their aforesaid intentions, and further the meeting appoints William Southerby and Thomas Duckett Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 107 to see that they proceed according to the good order of Truth. Ellis Jones and Jane Jones declared their intentions of marriage, it being the second time and there being nothing produced that might obstruct, they were left to their liberty to consummate their said intentions, and the meeting ap¬ points William Sallway and Thomas Fitzwater to see that they proceed therein as becomes the Truth. Elisabeth Luffe and Mary Jones presents Henry Jones <fc Rachel Walner who declared their intentions of marriage before this meeting, It being the first time, friends appoint John Jones and Anthony Morris to Enquire after the said Henry’s clearness, and give the meeting an account the next month. Thomas Smith having proposed to this meeting some¬ thing in relation to some difference between Thomas Cross and himself, The meeting desires William Salway, Joshua Cart, John Shelson and Anthony Morris to make it their Endeavour to end the said difference. Elisabeth Luffe and Mary Jones presents Archibald Mi¬ chael and Sarah Watts who declared their intentions of marriage, it being the first time, friends desire Richard Hellier and David Brientnall to make enquiry after the aforesaidÿArchibalds clearness, and give an account to the monthly meeting. Henry Laking & Ann Lee having appeared amongst us, and declared their intentions of marriage, The meeting desires Robert Kent and Daniel Jones to make Enquiry into the said Henry’s clearness and give an accot to the next monthly meeting. Thomas Cooper proposing his intentions of going to Eng¬ land to the friends of this meeting and desired a Certificate of his clearness in relation to his Conversation, The meeting appoints John Fuller, John Parsons & Thomas Fitzwater te enquire thereinto, and if they find him clear to sign a Certificate in the behalf of the men’s monthly meeting. 108 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. Agreed that from henceforth our mens monthly meeting begin at the 10th hour in the morning <fc that Alexr Beardsley give friends notice thereof, the first day before the next monthly meeting. At our Monthly Meeting the Twenty fifth of the Twelfth month 1686/7. friends being met together at the meeting house upon the front of Delaware to inspect into the con¬ cerns of Truth. The friends who were appointed to Enquire concerning Samuel Thomas [Tombs] acquainted the meeting that they knew nothing that might obstruct his proceedings, and accordingly a Certificate was granted, and the meeting orders him to receive it of John Parsons. Whereas some friends were appointed to make an end of the difference between Thomas Smith and Thomas Cross, friends appointed acquaint the meeting that they have ended it. It is ordered by the meeting that James Claypoole, John Goodson, Benjamin Chambers,Thomas Fitzwater and Joshua Cart do treat with Thomas Holmes about making friends a Title to the Ground that the meeting house on the front of Delaware stands upon, and also to pay him for the same, and to get the ground fenced in, and make report thereof to the next monthly meeting. Collected this meeting for the poor, and left in the hands of Anthony Morris 20/. Whereas Alexander Beardsley was desired by this meet¬ ing to pay John Southworth for a book to Record friends Certificates in, which lie hath done, and the meeting hath repaid him again. Henry Jones and Rachel Walner presented themselves before this meeting, the second time to signify their inten¬ tions of marriage, the friends appointed to Enquire con¬ cerning the said Henry’s clearness, satisfied the meeting that they knew nothing after Enquiry made but he was Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 109 clear, the women also report the same of the said Rachel, and the meeting leaves them to their liberty to consum¬ mate their aforesaid intentions in the good order of Truth. Archibald Michael & Sarah Watts having presented themselves the second time to signifie their intentions of marriage, The friends appointed to Enquire concerning the said Archibald’s clearness, satisfyed the meeting that they knew nothing after enquiry that might hinder his inten¬ tions. the women also report the same concerning the said Sarah, whereupon the meeting leaves them to their liberty to consummate their intentions. Elisabeth Fitzwater & Elisabeth Frampton presents Jos¬ eph Willcox & Ann Powell who declare their intentions of marriage, it being the first time, friends appoint Philip England & John Redman to make enquiry concerning the said Joseph’s clearness, and to report to the next monthly meeting. Both their parents being present, Gave their consent. A proposition was made to this meeting concerning the alteration of the weekly meeting, and friends thought fit to refer it to the Quarterly Meeting for their advice therein. Whereas John Redman proposed the buying of the Tim¬ ber of the Old meeting house at the Center, friends have left it to Anthony Morris to dispose of the same to him, or any other, who may have occasion thereof. Elisabeth Fitzwater and Mary Hellier presents Edward Turner & Katherine Carter who declared their intentions of marriage, it being the first time of their appearance, the womans Certificate being read, friends request the said Edward to bring with him a Certificate from Concord meet¬ ing, where he hath lately resided, for the satisfaction of this meeting against the next time. Friends request Anthony Morris to deliver Benjamin Chambers the old subscriptions belonging to the Center meeting house, that he may do his Endeavour towards the receiving of what is yet unpaid, and give the next monthly meeting some account thereof 110 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. At a Quarterly Meeting The seventh of the first month 1686/7. friends being met together at the meeting house on the front of Delaware, for the service of Truth. Friends appointed to attend the service of this meeting from the other side of Skuylkill were John Bevan, William Howell, John Roberts, John Evans, David Meredith. Friends from Oxford meeting, Joseph Paul, William Preston, Richard Townsend & Robert Adams. The proposal for removing Philadelphia weekday meet¬ ing to another day, being referred to this meeting, The advice of this meeting is that it remain at present as it is. The meeting thinks fit to Continue James Claypoole, William Southerby & Benja. Chambers to write to the friends of the Counties of Bucks and Chester concerning their assistance towards the carrying on of the Center meet¬ ing house, and make their Report to the next Quarterly Meeting. It is requested by this meeting that friends of each monthly meeting take care that they make Enquiry con¬ cerning any that profess Truth, that may sell Rum to the Indians directly or indirectly by any pretence whatsoever, and also to appoint some friends by their respective meet¬ ings to take care in that behalf that such disorders may be kept under and the truth kept clear. It is reported to this meeting concerning the necessity of James Kite, he having received of late great damage by fire, The meeting thought fit that the monthly meeting whereto they do belong should assist them for the present, and give account to the next meeting how it is with them. The meeting desires Joseph Paul and Richard Townsend to speak with the German friends to know what monthly meeting they do, or are willing to belong unto, and also to Examine what Condition the friends amongst them are in that have received damage by fire, and if they are in want to supply them for the present on the meetings account. Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting . 111 At our Monthly Meeting the Twenty fifth of the first month 1686/7, friends being met together at the meeting house upon the front of Delaware to Inspect into the Con¬ cerns of Truth. The friends that were appointed to speak to Thomas Holmes about making a Title to the Ground that the meet¬ ing house on the front of Delaware stands upon, make Report to this meeting, That they have proceeded in the matter near finishing, and the meeting desires them to take care to the accomplishing the same, and to pay to Benja¬ min Whitehead to the value of four or five pounds out of the overplus belonging to the said meeting and make re¬ port thereof to the next monthly meeting. Friends request John Goodson, John Day, Benjamin Chambers & Thomas Fitzwater to bring in an account of the charge of the meeting house upon the front of Delaware the next monthly meeting. Joseph Wilcox & Ann Powell presented themselves the second time before this meeting in order to marriage, The friends that were appointed from the last meeting to En¬ quire into the Young man’s clearness, Report that they know nothing after Enquiry made to object, except some¬ thing mentioned concerning one Mary Gardner, from whom he produced a writing under her hand that he was never any ways engaged unto, also from the womens meeting they give an account that the young woman is clear, who produced a Certificate from England, and consent of par¬ ents, they being present. The meeting leaves them to their liberty to consummate their aforesaid intentions in the good order of Truth. Collected for the poor & left in the hands of Anthony Morris 10/5. Mary Hellier & Joan Forrest presents Edward Turner & Katharine Carter from the womens meeting in order to marriage as being clear to the best of their knowledge, who published their intentions of marriage the second time, and 112 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. the man producing a Certificate from the meeting at Con¬ cord of his clearness, friends leave them to their liberty for the accomplishing of their aforesaid intentions in the good order of Truth. Sarah Goodson & Elisabeth Luffe presents John Duplonvis & Whankey Zaney who published their intentions of marriage, it being the first time of their appearance, Friends desire Jacob Tillnor and David Brientnall to En¬ quire into the Young mans clearness, & make report thereof to the next monthly meeting. Sarah Hollyman & Elisabeth Frampton presents Isaac Ricketts & Elisabeth Palmer who published their inten¬ tions of marriage before this meeting, it being the first time of their appearance, The meeting desires John Goodson and Thomas Bradford to enquire into the young mans clearness & to make report thereof to the next monthly meeting. The young womans parents being present gave their Consent. According to an order of the last monthly meeting An¬ thony Morris hath sold John Redman the wood of the old meeting Shed for 25/. which he hath discounted out of the money due to him from the Center meeting house. At our Monthly Meeting held at the meeting house upon the front of Delaware the Twenty ninth of the second month 1687. friends being met together to inspect into the concerns of Truth. John Goodson and Joshua Cart Reports to the meeting that they have not as yet finished the business with Thomas Holmes about the Title of the meeting house ground, but are still desired to pursue the same in order to the accom¬ and make report to the next monthly plishing meeting. The friends that were desired to bring in an acc* of the charges of the meeting house upon the front of Delaware, have not yet done it, but are desired to finish the same, and bring it in the next monthly meeting. Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 113 Sarah Goodson & Elisabeth Luff presents John Duplonvis & Whanky Zany who the second time published their in¬ tentions of marriage before this meeting. The friends that were appointed to Enquire into their clearness, Reports they hear of nothing which may obstruct the same, the young man also producing a Certificate, and the young womans mother being present, gave her Consent, the meet¬ ing leaves them to their liberty to Consummate their inten¬ tions in the good order of Truth. Ordered by the meeting that William Vidler shall have 3/. a week allowed him towards his maintenance, as not being able to work, and that Anthoy Morris pay it weekly till further orders. Isaac Ricketts & Elisabeth Palmer presented themselves the second time publishing their intentions of marriage before this meeting, The friends appointed to Enquire into their clearness make report to the meeting, that after En¬ quiry made they know nothing which may obstruct the same, and friends leave them to their liberty for the Con¬ summation thereof in the good order of Truth. Thomas Bowman signifyed to this meeting his intention of returning to England and desired a Certificate from this meeting which was accordingly granted. Whereas Francis Richardson & Elisabeth Frampton hav¬ ing laid some matter in Controversy before this meeting, friends having considered of the matter do appoint John Hay ton, Humphrey Murray, John Shelson, Benja11 Cham¬ bers, William Sallway, Henry Jones and William Southerby to meet this evening at the house of Elisabeth Frampton and to use their utmost endeavour to put an End thereto in behalf of the meeting and make report thereof to the next monthly meeting. The meeting Request William Southerby and John Goodson to write to friends in Maryland concerning some difference between them and Thomas Thurston who hath made his Complaint to this meeting. 114 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. Joseph Moss appeared before this meeting and requested a Certificate in order to marriage to the monthly meeting held at John Harts, Friends appoint David Brientnall & Henry Jonson to Enquire into his clearness, and make re¬ port thereof to the next monthly meeting. At a Monthly Meeting held at the meeting house upon the front of Delaware the twenty-seventh of the third month 1687. friends being met to inspect into the con¬ cerns of Truth. Jane Jones & Margaret Beardsley presents Francis Cook & Mary Claypoole who published their intentions of mar¬ riage, it being the first time, friends appoint Alexander Beardsley and David Brientnall to make Enquiry into the young man’s clearness, & Report the same to the next monthly meeting, the said Francis is also requested to bring with him a Certificate from the meeting he belongs to, against the next time. Melissant Hodgkins and Elisabeth Frampton presents George Smedley and Sarah Gooden who published their in¬ tentions of marriage, it being the first time, friends appoint William Soutlierby and William Boulding to Enquire into the mans clearness, and also to assist them in securing something for the womans Child, and make report thereof to the next monthly meeting. Collected for the poor, and left in the hands of Anthony Morris 7/6. The friends appointed to Enquire into Joseph Moss’s clearness Report to the meeting that after Enquiry made they know nothing which may obstruct his intentions, therefore the meeting requests Anthony Morris to draw him a Certificate and sign it in behalf of the meeting. At our Quarterly Meeting [held] at the meeting house upon the front of Delaware the sixth of the fourth month 1687. friends being met together to Inspect into the Con¬ cerns of Truth. Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 115 Friends appointed to attend this meeting from the other side of Skuylkill were Griffith Owen, Hugh Roberts, Barn¬ abas Willcox, John Warner, Henry Lewis, David Lawrence, Richard Orme, John Jermin. Friends from Oxford, Richard Townsend, Robert Adams, William Preston, John Hart, Joseph Paul, Richard Whit¬ field. Thomas Duckett & Henry Lewis having made Enquiry into James Kite’s necessity, make Report to this meeting that his condition is very low, and his loss according to their information about £60. the meeting in consideration thereof, have thought fit to communicate the same unto the several meetings throughout the County to use their free¬ dom in contributing what they think fit towards his relief, and pay it in at the next Quarterly Meeting, but for present supply have Collected £2-1-0 and delivered it to Thomas Duckett for the use of the said James Kite. Its desired by this meeting that Samuel Carpenter, Thomas Duckett, Benjamin Chambers and Anthony Morris do take some cafife about the old subscriptions belonging to the Center meeting house, to enquire what is paid, and what unpaid, and to use their Endeavours towards receiving what is due upon that account, and make report thereof to the next quarterly meeting. Joseph Paul and Richard Townsend reports to this meet¬ ing that the monthly meeting they belong unto hath taken care about the necessitys of some friends that hath received damage by fire amongst the Germans, and that their occa¬ sions are answered, and they return answer that they are willing to belong unto Dublin monthly meeting. A second subscription being agreed upon by the unani¬ mous Consent of this Quarterly Meeting, and copies thereof ordered to be sent unto the several monthly meetings in this County for them to use their diligence in that behalf, and the meeting desires Benjamin Chambers and Anthony Morris to take care to receive the subscriptions and that it 116 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. may be Converted to the use for which it is gathered, and give account thereof to the next Quarterly Meeting. It is the advice of the Quarterly Meeting to all friends to Caution them to be careful that they buy neither Hogs, Bells, nor any other things of the Indians, which may be suspected that they came not honestly by, and therefore friends are desired to warn all that they suspect in that be¬ half to be careful. At our Monthly Meeting held at the meeting house upon the front of Delaware this Twenty fourth of the fourth month 1687. friends being met together to inspect into the Concerns of Truth. [Francis Cook and Mary Claypool declare their inten¬ tions the second time and are left to their liberty to proceed in marriage.] George Smedley & Sarah Gooden presented themselves the second time, and published their intentions of marriage ; Friends that were appointed to Enquire into their clearness from this meeting and also from the womens meeting, Re¬ port that they know of nothing to obstruct their proceed¬ ings, But that before the Consummation thereof, friends desire the said George to give a bond unto Thomas Kitchen for what is due unto Sarah Gooden’s Child by a former hus¬ band. Whereas John Ithell having laid some matters of Com¬ plaint against Robert Turner before this meeting, they hav¬ ing considered the matter, Robert Turner being absent, the meeting Requests Thomas Fitzwater, John Shelson, Ben¬ jamin Chambers, Anthony Morris, William Southerby and Nathaniel Watson to speak with Robert Turner and En¬ deavour to put an end thereto, and make Report therof to the next monthly meeting. William Dillwin publishing his intentions of marriage with Sarah Fuller and desired a Certificate from this meet¬ ing, To the meeting where the young woman belongs of his Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 117 clearness in relation to marriage, the meeting appoints Bern jamin Chambers and Robert Kent to make Enquiry con¬ cerning the said William and report the same to the next monthly meeting. Whereas Benjamin Chambers and Anthony Morris were desired by the Quarterly Meeting to take care concerning the receiving the subscriptions for the Center meeting house. This meeting also requests the same, and that they will En¬ deavour for what more subscriptions they can to augment the same. Ordered by this meeting that William Southerby and John Jones do agree with a workman about making forms and doors, and a seat for public friends at the meeting house in the Center, and make report thereof to the next monthly meeting. Collected at this meeting for the poor & paid to Anthony Morris £1 . . 6 . . 0, At our Monthly Meeting held at the meeting house upon the front of Delaware the twenty ninth of the fifth month 1687. friends being met together to inspect into the con¬ cerns of Truth and after several Testimonies born thereunto. They proceeded to business. John Ithell having laid some matter of Complaint before the last monthly meeting against Robert Turner, The meet¬ ing appointed some friends to hear the matter in difference between them, who return their answer to this meeting that according to the best of their Judgments the said John Ithell have wrongfully charged him the said Robert Turner, and at the request of Robert Turner the meeting desires the aforesaid friends with Thomas Budd, John Goodson, Joshua Cart, Edward Luffe, Thomas Hooton, Alexander Beardsley, Humphry Murray, Griffith Jones and Samuel Richardson to have a further hearing of the matter in difference between them and report their judgments to the next monthly meeting- Ordered that Anthony Morris 118 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting- do give notice to the said John Ithell to meet the above said friends at the front meeting house upon the twelfth day of next month, about the second hour in the afternoon. William Dillwin appeared the second time desiring a Certificate of his clearness in relation to marriage. The friends appointed to Enquire concerning him make report to this meeting, that they hear nothing after Enquiry made, but he is clear, and accordingly a Certificate was granted. Collected for the poor & paid to Anthony Morris 15/6. Whereas Benjamin Whitehead hath put in a Complaint to this meeting against Robert Turner, the meeting orders that the same friends appointed to hear the difference be¬ tween Robert and Ithell do hear the same between them also, and give the next monthly meeting their Judgments upon the matter in difference. At our Monthly Meeting held at the meeting house upon the front of Delaware the Twenty sixth of the sixth month 1687. friends being met together upon the service of Truth. Elisabeth Hooton & Sarah Holliman presents John Kin¬ sey & Sarah Stevens with the approbation of the womens meeting, who laid their Intentions of marriage before this meeting, it being the first time of their appearance. The meeting appoints Richard Hilliard and William Morgan to make Enquiry into the Young mans clearness and report the same to the next monthly meeting. Whereas the Yearly Meeting falling out the same day that the Quarterly Meeting for the County of Philadelphia doth, It is ordered by this meeting that notice be given to friends in the several quarters of the County, that the said meeting is to be held the next seventh day come week which will be the third day of the seventh month next. John Eckley is desired to acquaint friends on the other side of Skuylkill, and Robert Turner friends of the upper part of the County. Thomas Marl having laid before this meeting that his Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 119 wife hath been gone from him this Eight or nine years, and desires their advice relating to«his marrying again. For his present satisfaction The meeting answers him they will take time to consider further of it. It is the request of this meeting that Thomas Budd, Anthony Morris, John Shelson and Samuel Richardson do draw up a Certificate to present to the next monthly meet¬ ing for the satisfaction of Robert Turner to be sent to Eng¬ land & Ireland for the clearing him of those scandalous Reports that hath been spread concerning him in those parts to his defamation and the dishonour of Truth. Francis Gamble late of Barbadoes appeared before this meeting and produced a Certificate from the monthly meet¬ ing whereunto he belonged in the Island aforesaid, and desired a Certificate from us thither again, the meeting agrees that one may be drawn up in order to be signed at the Quarterly Meeting, if no obstructions appear, time not admitting him to stay untill the next monthly meeting. Collected for the poor and paid to Anthony Morris 15/. At our Quarterly Meeting for the County of Philadelphia held at the meeting house upon the front of Delaware the third of the seventh month 1687. friends being met to¬ gether upon the service of Truth. Friends appointed to attend the service of this meeting from the other side of Skuylkill were Barnabas Wilcox, William Howell, Edward Jones, John Roberts, John BeVan, David Meredith. Friends from Oxford alias Dublin meeting, Joseph Paul, Henry Waddy, Richard Walln. Ordered by this meeting that the friends appointed to Collect the second subscription towards the Center meeting house being Benjamin Chambers and Anthony Morris, do perfect the same, and bring in an accofc Dr. and Cr. against the next quarterly meeting. An account of the subscriptions in pursuance of an order 120 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 4 of the last quarterly meeting being returned for the assist¬ ance of James Kite as follows from Harford meeting £5. - . . £2 thereof being paid him, the remainder they are desired to perfect, and give an acco* to next meeting. From Radnor meeting 32/6. which they are desired to pay him, and give an acco* thereof to the next quarterly meeting. from Merioneth meeting £6,.7..0. . £4 being already paid, the remainder they are desired to perfect, and give acco1 thereof to the next Quarterly meeting. Ordered by the meeting that Barnabas Wilcox and Paul Saunders do en¬ deavour to bring in an account -of what friends of their meeting hath done towards the assistance of James Kite and make report thereof to the next Quarterly meeting. Friends from Oxford meeting report that they have done little at present towards the necessity of James Kite, But they are desired to use their endeavours towards the same, and pay in what they receive unto Anthony Morris for the use of the said Kite, and bring in an account thereof to the next quarterly meeting. It is the request of the quarterly meeting that the monthly meeting of Philadelphia do take care to con¬ tribute what they can towards the necessity of the said James Kite. Joshua Cart and Thomas Hollyman are desired to move it to their next monthly meeting, that so there may be an account given thereof to the next quar¬ terly meeting. Ordered by this meeting that Copies of the agreement for the subscriptions towards the Center meeting house be drawn out and sent to each monthly meeting in this County, in order to the further carrying on the work and discharging workmen, and that Anthony Morris draw the same and deliver one to John Eckley, and one to Robert Turner for Conveyance. Ordered by this meeting that Robert Turner, Thomas Fitzwater, John Eckley and Edward Luffe do attend the service of the yearly meeting in the behalf of this meeting. — Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 121 Whereas Thomas Marl having laid before this meeting that his wife Eleanor Marl hath been gone away from him about Eight or nine years since, and could not hear of her, therefore he desires the meetings advice in relation to marriage, being willing to change his condition. The Yearly Meeting being near at hand, They advise him to Communicate the same to them. Ordered by this meeting that Anthony Morris do make enquiry after the yearly meeting book, and that it may be brought to the meeting in order for their service. [A communication was received from the meeting of Ulster in Ireland, concerning Francis and Mary Cornwall. Robert Turner and William Southerby are directed to lay it before the Yearly Meeting,] Our friend John Hayton having laid before this meeting the great Evil and bad Effects by giving or selling the Indians Rum or strong Liquors, which to prevent and that all that makes profession of Truth may keep themselves clear thereof, He proposed to the meeting that friends in their respective monthly meetings give in their Testimony in a book in writing against the said practice, and each friend belonging to the meeting to sign the same, so that if possible Truth and friends that make profession thereof may be kept clear, To which the meeting readily Con¬ sented, and Ordered that it be laid before the yearly meet¬ ing also for their further advice & counsel for preventing the aforesaid Evil in this and the neighboring provinces. At our Monthly Meeting held at the meeting house upon the front of Delaware the Thirtieth day of the seventh month 1687. friends being met together upon the service of Truth. Whereas Robert Turner requested a Certificate of the last monthly meeting, about clearing him of several scandalous reports that hath been spread abroad concerning him, It was accordingly granted and signed by the members of this meeting. 122 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. [John Kinsey and Sarah Stevens declare their intentions of marriage the second time and are given liberty to proceed.] Sarah Hollyman and Jane Howell presents Seamercy Adams and Mary Brett before this meeting, who published their intentions of marriage, it being the first time of their appearance. The man having a Certificate Recorded, The woman having none, The meeting desires her to bring some friends that came from the same meeting she belonged unto in England to satisfy friends concerning her clearness, and also appoints Benjamin Chambers & Alexander Beardsley to enquire into the young mans clearness since he came into these parts, and report the same to the next monthly meeting. It was proposed to this meeting by order of the Quarterly Meeting that there might be a subscription towards the assistance of James Kite who hath reeeived damage by fire, and the meeting being but small, and much business, it was referred to the next monthly meeting to be accom¬ plished. Collected for the poor and paid to Anthony Morris 17/3. It is the agreement of this meeting to adjourn the same untill the next second day following, and to meet again at the 10th hour at the meeting house, upon the Concerns of Truth. Friends being accordingly met together, it was agreed that from henceforth our monthly meeting may begin at the Tenth hour, and friends are desired to keep the time, and that Alexander Beardsley do publish the same in the first days meeting before the said monthly meeting comes. Whereas there hath been and is a difference depending between Samuel Carpenter & Griffith Jones upon the ac¬ count of George Thorp, and the said Samuel Carpenter laying his Complaint before this meeting, They having thoroughly heard the matter and Considered the same, Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 123 Do Judge that Griffith Jones shall pay unto Samuel Car¬ penter in Current money of Pennsylvania the full Contents of the Bond due to George Thorp from the time it became Cent, provided that due with the full Interest of six whatsoever the said Griffith hath paid, it shall be allowed him with Interest and abatement proportional, and not to fail paying the same in four weeks after the date hereof, this being the 3d of the 8th month 1687. Also there hath been and is a difference depending be¬ tween Samuel Carpenter and Griffith Jones upon the ac¬ count of a bill of Exchange which came protested from England and due first to Stephen Kent and afterwards assigned over to Daniel Wharley of London, whose attor¬ ney the said Samuel Carpenter is, and lays his matter of Complaint before this meeting, against the said Griffith Jones for not satisfying this Bill of Exchange to him in the behalf of Daniel Wharley with charge of protest and interest since it became due, and the meeting taking it into their consideration Do give it as their Judgments that the said Griffith Jones shall pay unto Samuel Carpenter in the behalf of Daniel Wharley the money due upon the afore¬ said Bill of Exchange protested, with the Lawful damage and protest and also the full Interest of Six Cent since the first day the Bill arrived in Pennsylvania after it came back protested from England, and to pay the same in silver money or to Content of the said Carpenter in three months after this day, without fail. The said Samuel Carpenter put in another Complaint against Griffith Jones on the behalf of John Dowden of London concerning a parcel of hats that Griffith Jones hath received of the aforesaid Dowdens and hath not made satisfaction to him for the same, and therefore Samuel as being often desired by John Dowden to use his Endeavour to cause Griffith Jones to return him satisfaction for the aforesaid Goods, which he hath often demanded, brings his Complaint as abovesaid before this meeting, and friends 124 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting, after a due consideration of the matter do agree that the said Griffith Jones shall pay unto Samuel Carpenter in the behalf of the aforesaid John Dowden Twenty one pounds 2/6. current money of Old England, with the Interest of six f* Cent from the first day of Griffith Jones’s receipt of the aforesaid Goods, and if Spanish money then to allow him 21/ in lieu of every 16/. English money, <fc pay the same in two weeks after this time. [It is the judgment of this meeting that Griffith Jones ought to give satisfaction to Friends for his conduct in these affairs, and that he do forbear putting himself forth in words in our quarterly and monthly meetings upon the concerns of Truth until they are better satisfied concerning him.] At our Monthly Meeting held at the Meeting house upon the front of Delaware the Twenty Eighth of the Eighth month 1687. friends being met together upon the service of Truth. Whereas there being a Deed of Sale sign’d by Thomas Holmes to John Goodson, Benjamin Chambers, Joshua Cart and John Songhurst for the Ground that this meeting house stands on, It is thought convenient by the meeting that it be Conveyed to some others, namely Robert Turner, Thomas Budd, Samuel Richardson, Alexander Beardsley & Anthony Morris. Friends request John Eckley to draw the same and present it to the friends for their advice and accomplishment thereof, and give an account of it to friends before Joshua Cart removes out of the Country. Ordered by this meeting that Samuel Carpenter & Robert Turner do make Enquiry if there be any thing to be found by the Surveyor or any other means to have a title made to the ground belonging to the Center meeting house, and if there can be no good Title made at present then for the same persons to write to England to Governour Penn in the behalf of the meeting for a Confirmation in order to a Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 125 Pattent for the same, and that he will grant a convenient place for a burying ground & other uses, and give account thereof to the next monthly meeting. In pursuance of an order of the last monthly meeting this meeting agrees upon a Contribution towards the assistance of James Kite, and Requests Samuel Richardson and Thomas Hollyman to go about with the Subscription paper for gathering of what friends are free to subscribe and Contribute thereunto, and pay the same to Anthony Morris in order that the next monthly meeting may have an account thereof. Joshua Cart requesting a Certificate from this monthly meeting, he intending to transport himself to England, which was Granted. Collected for the poor & paid to Anthony Morris 14/6. [Seamercy Adams and Mary Brett declare their inten¬ tions of marriage the second time and are given liberty to proceed.] Ordered by this meeting that John Eckley may be Joined with Benjamin Chambers and Anthony Mofris for making up the acco1 with Griffith Jones. The meeting agrees that Young Morgan do dig the Graves and look after the burying Ground till further order. At our Monthly Meeting held at the meeting house upon the front of Delaware the Twenty fifth of the ninth month, 1687, to Inspect into the Concerns of Truth. Whereas there was an order of the last monthly meeting concerning Conveying the Ground that this meeting house stands upon, and it being left to John Eckley to perform the same, who makes report to this meeting that he hath almost accomplished it, it wanting only to be signed by John Songhurst, and in order thereunto friends request Benjamin Chambers and Samuel Richardson to go to the said John Songhurst and desire him to sign the aforesaid deed, and return their answer to the next monthly meeting. 126 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. Ordered by this meeting that William Southerby and Edward Luffe do speak to those friends which they think convenient, that they may attend the monthly meetings business, and discharge themselves in their duty towards their Contributions for the poor, and make report thereof to the next monthly meeting. Whereas Robert Turner and Samuel Carpenter were re¬ quested by the last monthly meeting to make Enquiry if there were any likelyhood of procuring a title to the ground belonging to the Center meeting house, They return their answer that at present they can give no satisfactory account thereof, upon which the meeting requests the same persons to write to England to Governour Penn in order to get the aforesaid Title confirmed and bring a Copy of the letter to the next monthly meeting for friends satisfaction. Ordered by this meeting that Samuel Richardson & Ben¬ jamin Chambers do meet with Griffith Jones and John Songhurst about adjusting what is due from this meeting to the said Jones and make report thereof to the next monthly meeting. Collected at this meeting for the poor & left in the hands of Anthony Morris £l..2..3. At our Quarterly Meeting held at the meeting house upon the front of Delaware the fifth of the Tenth month, 1687, to Inspect into the concerns of Truth. The friends appointed to attend the service of this meeting from the several meetings in the County are as followeth. From Skuylkill meetings Thomas Duckett, Griffith Owen, Hugh Roberts, John Evans, David Meredith, William Jen¬ kins, William Howell. From Dublin and the upper part of the County, John Hart, Richard Townsend, John Wells, Joseph Paul, Rich¬ ard Whitefield, Robert Adams, William Preston. The friends that were appointed from Harford meeting to bring in an account concerning their Subscription towards Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 127 the assistance of James Kite, Report to this meeting that it is perfected, and they are further desired to bring receipts from the said Kite to the next Quarterly Meeting. Friends from Radnor that they suppose their subscriptions towards James Kite is near perfected, and they are desired to bring the said Kites receipts to the next quarterly meeting. From Merioneth they also report that their subscriptions towards James Kite is perfected, they are likewise desired to bring the said Kites receipts to the next quarterly meet¬ ing. Friends from Skuylkill Report that they have sub¬ scribed Eight pounds towards the assistance of James Kite the greatest part whereof is already paid. The remainder they are desired to perfect and take the said Kite’s receipt in order to bring it to the next quarterly meeting. From Oxford meeting friends report they have subscribed £1..14.. towards the aforesaid Kites assistance whereof 13/ is paid to Anthony Morris for his use, the remainder they are desired to pay unto him for Kites use in order to his tak¬ ing his receipt for the same in the behalf of the Quarterly meeting. From Byberry meeting John Hart reports that there is nothing done nor like to be done towards the assistance of James Kite, friends of the meeting not being free thereunto. From Cheltnall meeting friends Report to this meeting that they have paid Anthony Morris 6/9 for the use of James Kite, the remainder or what they are willing to do further, they are desired to pay as aforesaid that it may be perfected against next meeting. Friends of the Monthly Meeting of Philadelphia make Report to this meeting that they have subscribed £11:17:3 towards the assistance of the above said Kite, the most part of which is already paid, the remainder the Collectors of the same are requested to perfect, & bring his receipt to the next Quar¬ terly Meeting. Ordered by the meeting that Anthony Morris do send Copies of the two Epistles directed from the Yearly Meeting to this Quarterly meeting unto the several monthly meet¬ ings in this County. 128 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. Ordered by this meeting that William Bradford the printer do shew w7hat may concern friends or Truth before printing to the Quarterly Meeting of Philadelphia, and if it require speed then to the monthly meeting where it may belong, and it is further ordered by this meeting that John Eckley, John Shelson, Samuel Richardson and Samuel Carpenter do view or peruse the Almanack of Edward Eaton’s writing before it goes to be printed, in the behalf of this meeting. Ordered by the meeting that John Eckley, Samuel Car¬ penter, John Jones, Benjamin Chambers, Samuel Richard¬ son and Anthony Morris or any four of them do peruse and adjust all accounts belonging to this meeting and make Report thereof to the next Quarterly Meeting. Whereas it was ordered by the last Quarterly meeting to send to the several monthly meetings in this County for their assistance towards the carrying on of the Center meet¬ ing house, the answer that is returned from Skuylkill meet¬ ing is that they have urgent occasion of a meeting house themselves, that at present they cannot give any further assistance towards the aforesaid meeting house. And likewise from Dublin monthly meeting they say they have done something but are not capable at present to Contribute any further, by reason they are building a meeting house themselves. Ordered by this meeting that William Bradford do bring in all the Almanacks that he hath printed in Daniel Leeds his name, to the house of Thomas Budd the which Alma¬ nacks being Condemned by the Judgment of friends of this meeting and that there may be care taken for the payment of the said William Bradford towards his Loss therein, and that he may use his Endeavour to call in those which are already dispersed abroad. John Hayton desiring a Certificate from this meeting upon his departure from these parts, The meeting orders John Eckley and Samuel Carpenter to draw up a Certificate Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 129 as aforesaid, and get it signed by as many of the members of this meeting as may be convenient. The meeting requests Thomas Janey, Thomas Budd and John Eckley to draw a Certificate for Roger Longworth and to get it signed in the behalf of the Quarterly meeting by as many friends as they think Convenient. Ordered by this meeting that Thomas Budd do write to the monthly meeting of Burlington to acquaint them that this meeting have condemned several things in the Alma¬ nacks of Daniel Leeds, and further to desire their assistance as being equally concerned upon Truths account towards defraying the charge of those which are not disposed of, and Endeavors to get those which are already dispersed and return their answer to the next Quarterly meeting. The thirteenth of the Tenth month 1687. At a monthly meeting held at the meeting house upon the front of Dela¬ ware, to inspect into the Concerns of Truth. The friends that were appointed to take care of the Con¬ veyance of the Ground that the meeting house stands on upon Delaware front Report to this meeting that John Songhurst is not willing to sign the deed or Conveyance untill he is paid his disbursements upon the aforesaid meet¬ ing house. Memorandum that the deeds belonging to this meeting house Ground, are left in the hands of Anthony Morris to be forthcoming at the meetings request. Ordered by the meeting that Edward Luffe and William Southbey be still continued to speak to those friends that they think convenient to attend the monthly meetings business according to the Request of the last monthly meeting. Whereas Robert Turner and Samuel Carpenter were desired by the last monthly meeting to write to the Governour for a Confirmation of the Ground and other Con¬ veniences for the accommodation of the Center meeting - 130 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. house, which they have accordingly done, and the meeting approves thereof, and desires it may be sent by the first opportunity. Thomas Hootton Sen' requesting of this meeting that they would appoint some friends to assist him in the man¬ agement of Christopher [Taylor’s?] Children and Estate, and in order thereto the meeting requests Thomas Budd, Samuel Carpenter, John Eckley, Samuel Richardson, Humphry Murry and John Goodson or any of them to lend him what assistance they can according to his request. Whereas Benjamin Chambers and Samuel Richardson were desired by the last monthly meeting to adjust the account with Griffith Jones belonging to the meeting house at Center which they have done, and friends agree that there shall be a new subscription begun & carried on for discharging all the Just debts belonging to the meeting, and that Griffith Jones be the first that shall be paid out of the Effects thereof. Samuel Carpenter, John Eckley and Samuel Richardson are desired to Collect <fc pay the same. Collected for the poor & left in the hands of Anthony Morris <£2..8..0. Sarah Goodson and Elizabeth Hooton presents William Bethell & Eleanor Claypoole before this meeting who pub¬ lished their intentions of marriage with each other, it being the first time, friends appoint Thomas Budd and Thomas Hooton to make what Enquiry they can concerning the young man’s clearness, and make report thereof to the next monthly meeting. At a Monthfy Meeting held at the meeting house upon the front of Delaware the Twenty seventh of the Eleventh month, 1687, to Inspect into the concerns of Truth. It being ordered by the last monthly meeting that Ed¬ ward Luff and William Southerby should speak to those friends concerned, that they should attend their service in the monthly meeting, which they have accordingly done. Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 131 It being ordered by the last meeting that John Hay ton, Thomas Fitewater, Thomas Hooton, John Goodson, An¬ thony Morris and Samuel Carpenter should write to friends in England concerning marriages with kindred there being a .present occasion for the same, which wTas accordingly done- [William Bethell & Eleanor Claypoole appeared before this meeting the second time and are left at liberty to accomplish their marriage.] John Day intending for England, desired a Certificate from this meeting, friends answer to him is they will con¬ sider thereof against the next monthly meeting. Collected for the poor & left in the hands of Anthony Morris £1..17..7. At a Monthly Meeting held at the meeting house upon the front of Delaware the Twenty fourth of the Twelfth month, 1687, friends being met together upon the concerns of Truth. Whereas the Almanacks of Daniel Leeds were not thought fit to be spread abroad so that there will fall some loss to the printer, which he says wrill be four pounds, the meeting having considered the matter, It is agreed that Samuel Richardson and Samuel Carpenter may write to the monthly meeting at Burlington in order to desire their assistance towards the aforesaid loss, the books being set out by a member of that meeting, desiring them to return their answer to the next monthly meeting. Joshua Tittery and Cicelly Woolley appeared before this meeting to signify their intentions of marriage, it being the first time, friends appoint Robert Kent and William Brad¬ ford to Enquire into the young mans clearness, and report the same to the next monthly meeting. Benjamin Whitehead requests of this meeting that they will use their Endeavour with Robert Turner for the accom¬ plishing the Judgment of friends in the difference between 132 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. them, it being still their sence, that he ought to perform the same inasmuch as Benjamin hath performed his part. Collected for the poor and left with Anthony Morris £l..8..7. At our Quarterly Meeting held at the meeting house upon the front of Delaware the fifth of the first month, 1687/8, to inspect into the concerns of Truth, after several Testimonies being born thereunto, friends proceeded as folioweth. Friends appointed to attend this meeting are From Harford John Bevan, David Lawrance. From Radnor Richard Orme, Reese Peters. From Merrioneth Edward Jones & John Roberts. From Skuylkill meeting Paul Saunders. From Dublin William Preston, Richard Townsend, Jos¬ eph Fisher, John Hart. Friends from Herford meeting Report that they have paid James Kite to the perfecting their subscriptions up¬ wards of five pounds, and taken his receipt for the same. Likewise from Merryoneth they have paid the said Kite to the perfecting their subscriptions six pounds 11/. & taken his receipt, from Radnor meeting friends bring in an ac¬ count of £1..12..6 that they have paid to James Kite. From the meeting at Thomas Ducketts friends Report that thejr have paid the same James Kite to the finishing their subscriptions Eight pounds but have not as yet taken a Receipt. From Philadelphia meeting, friends report they have not yet finished their subscriptions, but hope to do it shortly. The friends appointed by the last Quarterly meeting to adjust the meetings accounts, not having done them, they are desired to continue in that service. a Certificate being ordered by the last meeting to be drawn up in the behalf of Roger Longworth, The same was accordingly done & signed. Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 133 John Fuller having brought some small books, friends have carefully distributed them as they thought proper. William Bradford proposed to this meeting, the printing of a Bible. Its desired by this meeting, that each partic¬ ular monthly meeting in this County may use their En¬ deavours to forward the same. [A paper being directed from the meeting of public friends held at Burlington to this Quarterly meeting, con¬ cerning Joseph Paul, was this day read ] A Certificate in the behalf of John Hayton was drawn up, and signed at this meeting. At a Monthly Meeting held at the meeting house upon the front of Delaware, to Inspect into the concerns of Truth, The Thirtieth of the first month 1688. The friends appointed by the last Monthly meeting to write to friends at Burlington, not having done it, They are continued to that service. Sarah Goodson and Ann Martin presents Joshua Tittery & Cicely Woolley who published their intentions of mar¬ riage before this meeting, it being the second time of their appearance, The friends appointed to Enquire into their clearness find nothing but what they are clear, The said Tittery producing a Certificate and a discharge from whom he was concerned withal in England, and friends leave them to their liberty to Consummate their aforesaid inten¬ tions in the good order of Truth. William Morgan requests friends of this meeting that they will give him leave to keep his school in this meeting house, which was agreed unto, ’till further order, upon these considerations that he should keep the meeting house, and do no damage thereto, nor be no hindrance to friends service thereof. Collected for the poor & left in the hands of Anthony Morris 19/2. 0 134 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. At a Monthly Meeting held at the Meeting House upon the front of Delaware the Twenty seventh of the second month 1688, to Inspect into the Concerns of Truth. James Fox appeared before this meeting and acquainted friends that he intended to Transport himself for England, and desired a Certificate from hence, In order thereunto the meeting Requests Alexander Beardsley & Anthony Morris to draw up a Certificate for him, to be signed at the next meeting, if friends find nothing to obstruct the same. John Day having likewise requested a Certificate upon the same occasion, Friends request the aforesaid Alexander & Anthony to make Enquiry concerning him, and write a Certificate as they find clearness, against the next monthly meeting. Samuel Richardson & Samuel Carpenter were desired by the two monthly meetings last past to write to friends at Burlington for their assistance towards the Printers Loss on the Almanacks of Daniel Leeds, "which they have not yet done, and therefore they are desired still to continue to the next meeting. Upon conference with John Shelson by this meeting con¬ cerning the letters of John & Martha Moon, He not giving friends satisfaction, They do admonish him in Love to be reconciled unto his Brethren, and it is their Judgments that what was mentioned concerning him the last monthly meeting, was the very mind of the members thereof. [First mention.] Collected for the poor & left in the hands of Anthony Morris 18/. [.Twenty-fifth of 3d month 1688.] The Certificates for James Fox & John Day were pre¬ sented to this meeting & approved. This day two papers, one from Francis Cornwall, and the other subscribed by Thomas Wynn & William Clark con¬ cerning the afolesaid Cornwall was read and not well ap¬ proved- Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 135 John Shelson having not given friends satisfaction con¬ cerning his Joining with the letters of John & Martha Moon, which the meeting had Condemned, therefore it was thought fit that Thomas Budd & Samuel Richardson should give him notice to appear at the next monthly meeting to satisfy friends thereof. Thomas Bond being upon his voyage for England Re¬ quested of this meeting a Certificate for the satisfaction of friends concerning his clearness. Ordered by the meeting that John Eckley & Paul Saunders do make Enquiry con¬ cerning him, and draw a Certificate accordingly, to be signed at the next quarterly meeting if all things be clear. John Day presented his Bill to this meeting. The meet¬ ing appoints Benjamin Chambers, John Goodson & Thomas Fitzwater to Examine the said Bill & make report thereof to the next monthly meeting, John requiring himself but 40/. of the four pounds he laid out. Agreed that Anthony Morris provide Richard Hilliard materials for fastening the window shutters at this meeting house & also those belonging to the Center Meeting house. Collected for the poor and left in the hands of Anthony Morris 16/. At a Quarterly Meeting held at the meeting house upon the front of Delaware at Philadelphia to Inspect the con¬ cerns of Truth, after several Testimonies born thereunto, friends proceeded to business as followeth, being the fourth day of the fourth month, 1688. Friends appointed to attend this meeting from the several monthly meetings being, From Harford William Jenkins, William Howell. From Radnor, David Meredith, John Evans. From Skuylkill Thomas Duckett, Paul Saunders. From Oxford William Preston, Robert Adams. From Cheltnam Richard Walln, Richard Townsend. From Dublin Thomas Livesy, Richard Worrell. From German¬ town meeting Derrick Opdegrave, Cornelius Shevere- 136 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. It is agreed by this meeting that the same persons be still continued, who have been ordered to settle the meet¬ ings accounts by the two last quarterly meetings and to meet together next second day at the ninth hour, that so they may give account thereof to the next quarterly meeting. Their being something sent to Dublin monthly meeting from the friends of Germantown concerning the buying and keeping of Negroes, They communicating the same to this quarterly meeting, this meeting having considered thereof thought fit to refer it to the Yearly Meeting, as being a thing of too great weight for them to determine. Whereas the yearly meeting falling out upon the same day that Philadelphia Quarterly meeting doth, It is ordered by the Consent thereof, that our next Quarterly meeting may be held the last second day of the next sixth month, whereof friends are desired to be mindful. At a Monthly Meeting held at the meeting house upon the front of Delaware, to Inspect the concerns of Truth, the Twenty ninth of the fourth month, 1688. Agreeable to the order of the last monthly meeting, a Certificate for Thomas Bond was presented to this meeting and signed by friends thereof. According to an order of the last monthly meeting John Shelson appeared before this meeting, but not giving friends satisfaction in what was Requested of him, there¬ fore they do admonish him in Love, and give him a fur¬ ther time, that they may receive satisfaction from him. Henry Waddy laid before this meeting some difference in accounts between himself and William Southerby, and the meeting appointed Samuel Richardson, Benjamin Chambers and John Fuller to inspect into the matter, and put an End thereto, both parties agreeing therewith, and make report thereof to the next monthly meeting. A Bill being presented by John Day to be paid by this Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 137 meeting in full of all accounts, It is ordered that Anthony Morris pay the same out of the poor’s money in Bank, and take his receipt. Collected for the poor & left in the hands of Anthony Morris 11/6. [Twenty-sixth of Fifth month 1688.] The friends appointed last meeting to inspect the accounts in difference between Henry Waddy & William Southerby <fc put an end thereto, not having done it, Therefore this meeting requests Benjamin Chambers, John Fuller & Rich¬ ard Hellier to meet together this Evening, in order to put a final end thereto, and Report the same to the next monthly meeting. Philip England appeared before this meeting and desired a Certificate to Duck Creek meeting of his clearness relating to marriage. The meeting appoints William Southerby & John Eckley to make Enquiry into the said Philips clear¬ ness & Report the same to the next monthly meeting. The bill being ordered to be paid unto John Day by the last monthly meeting, was paid by Anthony Morris & his receipt _ taken for the same. Elisabeth Fitzwater & Margaret Kent presents John M’Coomb & Elisabeth Middleton who proposed their inten¬ tions of marriage before this meeting. The, meeting ap¬ points Robert Kent & Henry Furniss to make Enquiry into the young mans clearness & report the same to the next monthly meeting. Ordered by the meeting that William Southerby & Rob¬ ert Kent do inspect what damage is come and likely to come to the Center meeting house, and take order with the workmen for repairing thereof, and report the same to the next monthly meeting. Sarah Eckley & Margaret Beardsley present William Sal way & Sarah Pennock who published their intentions of marriage before this meeting, it being the first time, £• 138 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. Friends appoint Samuel Carpenter & Thomas Hollyman to make enquiry into the said Williams clearness, and report the same to the next monthly meeting, and further that William Sallway do bring a Certificate from the monthly meeting he belongs unto against the next appearance. James Goodrick appeared before this meeting and re¬ quested a Certificate from us to friends elsewhere of his clearness in relation to Marriage & other Engagements, and he not knowing whether he shall stay in this Country untill another monthly meeting, The meeting requests John Eckley and Thomas Hollyman to Enquire concern¬ ing him, and write a Certificate according as they find clearness, and sign the same in behalf of the meeting if there be occasion, if not to bring the same to the next monthly meeting. Whereas friends have dealt with John Shelson at several private and public meetings, and he hath hitherto refused to give friends satisfaction, therefore the meeting requests John Parsons to give him notice that he attend the next monthly meeting in order to give full satisfaction for what is past. Collected for the poor & left, in the hands of Anthony Morris 12/8ÿ & a bad piece of Eight. At a Quarterly Meeting held at the meeting house upon the front of Delaware in Philadelphia the second of the sixth month 1688, to inspect the concerns of Truth. Friends appointed to attend the service of this meeting from the monthly meetings. From Dublin John Wells. From Germantown Garrett Hendrick, Derrick Opdegrave. From Cheltenham John Barnes. From Oxford John Fletcher, William Harrison. It was ordered by the last meeting that the same friends which have been several times desired to adjust the meet¬ ings accounts, might perfect the same against this meeting, which is wTell nigh done, but not quite perfect, and so its referred till the next meeting. Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 139 Ordered by this meeting that Robert Turner, Thomas Fitz water, Thomas Budd and William Preston or any other friend that finds a concern upon him, do attend the service of the General Meeting to be held at Burlington in the behalf of this Quarterly meeting. William Bradford presenting to this meeting some writ¬ ings which were sent into these parts by George Fox, the said Bradford desiring to have the approbation of this meeting in the printing of them and to consider him towards the charge of the same, Its agreed by this meeting that the friends appointed to attend the Yearty meeting do present the same to them for the use aforesaid. Ordered by this meeting that Henry Furniss & Richard Hellier do make it their business to Enquire concerning those which have not paid their subscriptions. Samuel Carpenter giving them a particular account of the persons, and they to return an account of the same to Samuel Car¬ penter in behalf of the meeting. Whereas several pieces of the Timber belonging to friends, and intended to build a meeting house being taken away from the Woods, and seen at several places in this town, The meeting requests Thomas Fitz water, Benjamin Chambers, John Jones, John Day and Henry Jonson or any two of them to make Enquiry into the same, and return their answer to the next Quarterly Meeting. The meeting agrees upon a subscription for the payment of four pounds to the printer towards his loss of printing some Almanacks not approved of by friends, and some other necessary occasions, and it is requested that the respective monthly meetings may contribute according to their freedom, and pay the same to Samuel Carpenter. At a Monthly Meeting held at the Meeting House upon the front of Delaware the Thirty first of the sixth month 1688, to inspect the concerns of Truth. Whereas Philip England requested of the last monthly 140 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. meeting a Certificate of his clearness in relation to mar¬ riage, and after Enquiry made, it doth appear that his Wife hath not been dead one year, therefore the meeting thought fit to defer it till the next monthly meeting. William Southerby and Robert Kent were requested by the last monthly meeting to inspect into some small defects at the Center meeting house, and it not being done, they are still desired to continue the same against the next monthly meeting. [Elisabeth Fitz water & Margaret Kent presents John M’ Coomb & Elisabeth Middleton the second time, and both parties producing certificates they are left at liberty to pro¬ ceed in marriage.] Sarah Goodson & Mary Jones presents John Barnes and Mary Arnoll who published their intentions of marriage, it being the first time of their appearance, Friends order the man to bring a Certificate from the monthly meeting he belongs unto before he comes to the next monthly meeting. Ordered by the meeting that Samuel Carpenter do lay before friends of the meeting which Thomas Pritchard did belong unto in West Jersej', the necessity of the said Pritch¬ ards family, he being at present to be supplied from An¬ thony Morris by order of the meeting. Robert Drew requesting of this meeting a Certificate, he being minded to transport himself to England, Ordered by the meeting that Henry Johnson and Henry Furniss do make Enquiry concerning him, and Report the same to the next monthly meeting. Whereas John Parsons was requested by the last monthly meeting to give notice to John Shelson to appear before this meeting, the said John Shelson being sick & not in a Capacity to be at this meeting, therefore friends desire Samuel Richardson to advise him to appear at the next monthly meeting to give friends satisfaction. Collected for the poor and left in the hands of Anthony Morris 10/3. Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 141 [Twenty-eighth of Seventh month 1688.] William Southerby and Robert Kent are desired by this meeting to take care that the Center meeting house win¬ dows be fixt so as to keep out the Extremity of Cold before winter. Samuel Richardson is desired by this meeting to inspect into the necessity of Thomas Smith, and to supply his present occasions and friends will see him satisfied. Forasmuch as Ellis Jones sent in a letter to this meeting of some difference between Thomas Fitzwater and himself, The advice of the meeting is that they take two or three friends to help End the difference between them, before the next meeting. [Mary Jones and Ann Parsons present John Barnes and Mary Arnoll the second time, who are given liberty to pro¬ ceed in marriage.] [Sarah Eckley and Mary Jones present William Salway and Sarah Pennock the second time, who are left at liberty to proceed in marriage.] Sarah Eckley & Joan Southerby presents Henry Badcock & Mary Brown who declared their intentions of marriage, it being the first time. Friends desire Robert Kent and Alexander Beardsley to Enquire into the young mans clearness, and make report thereof to the next monthly meeting. Ann Parsons & Jane Brientnall presents Thomas Kirll <fc Catharine Brientnall who declared their intentions of taking each other in marriage, and it being the first time Friends appoint the said Thomas Kirll to bring a Certifi¬ cate from the meeting he belongs unto against the next monthly meeting. Rees Preese signified his intentions to this meeting of taking Elisabeth Williams of Harford to wife and desired a Certificate of his clearness in relation to marriage, Friends appoint Daniel Jones & William Boulding to Enquire into the said Reese his clearness and make report thereof to the next monthly meeting. 142 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. Margaret Kent & Joan Forrest presents John Wait & Magdalen Morris, who declared their intentions of mar¬ riage to this meeting, it being the first time, friends desire Robert Kent & Alexander Beardsley to Enquire into the young mans clearness, and make report thereof to the next monthly meeting. William Southerby having presented a paper to this meeting, it being a Testimony against friends going to Law one with another, before they have Gospel order given them, This meeting refers it to the quarterly meeting for the disposing thereof, as they shall say meet. Collected this meeting 16/3 & left in the hands of Samuel Richardson. [Twenty-sixth of Eighth month 1688.] Samuel Richardson being requested by the last meeting to inspect into the necessity of Thomas Smith & supply his present occasion, Friends of this meeting Requests Robert Ewer & Sam1 Richardson as well to Enquire into the fur¬ ther necessity of the said Thomas Smith & supply his present occasion, as to advise him from the meeting to place out which of his children he may conveniently spare. The friends appointed to Enquire concerning Reese Preese, giving an account to this meeting of his clearness in relation to Marriage, Robert Ewer is desired to draw a Certificate to be sign’d by the meeting. [Sarah Eckley and Joan Southerby present Henry Badcock and Mary Brown the second time, who are given liberty to proceed in marriage.] Elisabeth Fitz water & Alice Jermin presented Joseph Ambler & Sarah Jermin who declared their intentions of marriage to this meeting, and it being the first time friends appoint Daniel Jones & Ralph Ward to Enquire into the said Joseph’s clearness & Report to the next monthly meeting. Patience Lloyd and Joan Jones presented to this meeting Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 143 Richard Basnett & Elisabeth Frampton who declared their intentions of marriage the first time. The meeting ap¬ pointed the said Richard to bring a Certificate of his clear¬ ness from the monthly meeting at Burlington, and the said Elizabeth to make what reasonable provision she could for her children before the next monthly meeting. Sarah Eckley & Hannah Carpenter presented William Snead & Mary Thomas to this meeting, who declared their intentions of marriage the first time, and in regard he belongs to another monthly meeting Friends appointed him to bring a Certificate of his clearness to the next monthly meeting at this place. Sarah Eckley & Hannah Carpenter presented Thomas Wharton & Rachel Thomas to this meeting who declared their intentions of marriage the first time, friends appointed Daniel Jones & Thomas Hootton to Enquire concerning the said Thomas his clearness and report the same to the next monthly meeting. Collected this meeting £l..8..3. & left in the hands ot Samuel Richardson. [Thirtieth of Ninth month 1688.] It being enquired into what Thomas Smith is willing to do, in answer to what the last meeting requested and advised by Samuel Richardson & Robert Ewer, His answer was that he was willing to leave it to friends of this meet¬ ing to assist him in putting out his two youngest children being a boy of about Ten years of age, and a Girl of about four years, and the same persons are desired to communi¬ cate towards his further necessity as they shall see occasion. Robert Turner brought several papers from William Steel inclosed in Nathaniel Watsons letter, which were all read, being Nathaniel is dead and John Ithell absent, viz1 one to N. Watson dated the 4th of the 3d month. One to John Ithell of the same date. One to friends of Pensylvania and West Jersey the 6th of ditto- One to John 144 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. Loyd his servant of the same date. One to Robert Turner of the same date, all from Bristol, and a Copy of John Loyds letter to William Steel dated the 9th of the 10th mo : 1687. Friends agree that the said papers be sent over to the monthly meeting of the County of Gloucester, and desire that the papers be read there also, and that the said meeting will chuse out four friends to meet here with four friends that this meeting hath appointed to consider what is best to be done in William Steele’s business, to Comply with his request to friends, and see his estate disincumbred and debts paid, and that the papers be returned to the next monthly meeting, with an account of what they have done. The persons appointed are John Eckley, Samuel Carpenter, Thomas Budd, & Thomas Fitzwater to meet with West Jersey friends whom the meeting shall send and to Enquire what debts are due, and in what condition the plantation is, and what else is needful to be known in order to settle that concern. William Steel’s servant boys standing in great want of Cloaths one of them appearing at this meet¬ ing Samuel Richardson is appointed to consider what they want, and that it be made forthwith, and the meeting will see him paid. [Patience Lloyd and Sarah Welch presented Richard Basnett and Elisabeth Frampton a second time, who are given liberty to proceed in marriage.] [Alice Jermin and Mary Jones present Joseph Ambler and Sarah Jerman, who are left at liberty to proceed in marriage.] Margaret Beardsley & Hannah Carpenter presented to this meeting the first time William Rodney & Mary Hollyman who declared their intentions of marriage, and the said Wm. Rodney having formerly lived among friends in Maryland, This meeting desires he will bring a Certificate of his clearness from the monthly meeting there. The same friends presented John Densey & Sarah Hollyman the first time, who declared their intentions of mar- Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 145 riage, and a Letter from his father & Mother was read wherein they do not object against his marriage, but rather laid before him the weightiness of it, and other good advice. Andrew Griscom & John Goodson are desired to Enquire into his clearness, and give account to the next meeting. Collected this meeting £l.,15. and left with Samuel Richardson. [Twenty-eighth of 10th month 1688.] It is the desire of this meeting that Samuel Richardson & Robert Ewer take care to see that the necessities of Thomas Smith be supplied untill the next monthly meeting. Upon the report of John Ithells being landed, Friends thought convenient to refer William Steele’s business till next monthly meeting. [Hannah Carpenter & Margaret Beardsley present John Densey and Sarah Hollyman the second time, who are left at liberty to proceed in marriage.] [Sarah Eckley and Joan Southerby present William Sneed and Mary Thomas the second time, who are left at liberty to proceed in marriage.] [Sarah Eckley and Joan Southerby present Thomas Wharton and Rachel Thomas the second time, who are left at liberty to proceed in marriage.] Collected this meeting £l..9. & left with Sam1 Richardson. Whereas ’tis reported that Edward Jermin’s condition is very low, Its the desire of this meeting that Thomas Fitzwater make Enquiry into his condition, and supply him as he shall see meet & according to his necessity, and Samuel Richardson will reimburse the same[Twenty-fifth of 11th month 1688.] The meeting desires Samuel Richardson & Robert Ewer to continue to supply the necessity of Thomas Smith- 146 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. It is the desire of this meeting that John Eckley, Samuel Richardson & Thomas Budd do make it their endeavour to End the difference betwixt Benjamin Chambers & Owen Foulks and give account thereof to the next Monthly Meeting. Its likewise friends desire that Samuel Richardson, Thomas Budd, John Eckley, Robert Ewer and Robert Turner do inspect into the difference between John Gard¬ ner and Philip England, and give an account to friends of the next monthly meeting. Barnabas Willcox and Paul Saunders are desired to be present with them. Delivered to John Ithell a letter dated the 4th of the 3d month, from William Steell by order of the meeting. Sarah Welch & Ellin Richardson presents William Hud¬ son & Mary Richardson who declared their intentions of marriage, it being the first time, Friends desire Samuel Carpenter and Thomas Hootton to make Enquiry into the young mans clearness, and give account thereof to the next monthly meeting. John Ithell appearing amongst us, its the desire of this meeting that John Eckley, Samuel Carpenter, Thomas Budd & Thomas Fitzwater do meet with friends of West Jersey to settle the accounts and inspect into the wastings also wdiat Effects John Barnes hath, John Ithell hath if there be any, thereby to answer the Expectation of Wil¬ liam Steele. [Hannah Carpenter & Margaret Beardsley present Wil¬ liam Rodney and Mary Holly man the second time, who are permitted to proceed.] John Jones having proposed his intentions of going to Barbadoes & desiring a Certificate, Friends desire Samuel Richardson & John Goodson to Enquire into his clearness and make report thereof to the next monthly meeting. Collected this meeting 13/8J and left in the hands of Samuel Richardson. Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 147 [Twenty-second of 12th month 1688.] The friends appointed to End the differences between Owen Foulks & Benja" Chambers, and between John Gard¬ ner & Philip England Report they are Ended. John Jones proposing his intentions of transporting him¬ self to Barbadoes at the last monthly meeting Requesting a Certificate from them, The meeting desires Alexander Beardsley & Robert Ewer to draw a Certificate for him in order to be signed at the next meeting. John Jones likewise in the behalf of his brother lately deceased, Requested this meetings advice concerning the Erecting of a Vault for himself and Relations, and the answer of the meeting to him was they would take time to consider thereof. [William Hudson & Mary Richardson appear the second time and are given liberty to proceed in marriage.] The meeting requests John Eckley & Samuel Carpenter still to continue their Endeavour to put an end to William Steele’s business conserning the paying his plantation debts. Ordered by the meeting that John Eckley & Samuel Carpenter do receive the five bags of money in Robert Turner’s and the money and Goods in John Barnes his hands and all other Effects that may belong to the said William Steel, in order to the discharging his debts as far as it will reach, the}7 being the debts contracted by John Ithell and other small debts by order of the meeting in the behalf of William Steel, they taking the concurrence of some friends appointed by the monthly meeting of Newton in West Jersey. The meeting requests Anthony Morris to Enter William Steele’s letter concerning settling his Estate in the meetings book of business. Some friends being dissatisfied that the burying place is made too Common, It was proposed that friends might have a burying place by themselves, the meeting refers it to the next monthly meeting. 148 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. The meeting requests Samuel Richardson to get the meeting house at Delaware underpinned & secured, and also to view the fencing belonging to the burying Ground and report the same to the next monthly meeting. For friends satisfaction it is ordered that what John Jennings hath given for charitable uses, a minute thereof might be taken, which was Twenty pounds for the service of the Center meeting house as friends shall see convenient, and other Ten pounds to be distributed amongst poor friends, as there may be occasion thereof. Collected for the poor & left with Samuel Richardson 14/. [Twenty-ninth of 1st month 1689.] John Eckley and Samuel Carpenter being requested by the last monthly meeting to End the business of William Steel's, who return their answer that they have not finish'd it, therefore they are desired to continue the same till the next monthly meeting. It being moved at the last monthly meeting concerning separating of the ground to bury in between friends and others, after consideration, the meeting thinks fit to defer it for the present. Ordered by the meeting that William Bradford do pro¬ vide a book for the use of friends, to Enter the births of Children, the marriages and buryals of all friends belonging to this meeting, and bring the said book to the next monthly meeting. Agreed by this meeting that John Eckley, William Southerby & Anthony Morris do speak to John Jones about the money left by his brother towards the use of the Center meeting house, and get his order for the payment thereof, and then to discourse with workmen for the flooring of the said meeting house, and Report the same to the next monthly meeting. It being proposed to this meeting concerning some assist¬ ance that the Widow Morgan might request of friends, In Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 149 order thereto The meeting desires Samuel Richardson & Benjamin Chambers to advise her & Endeavour to hire some convenient place for her to live in, they thinking it not convenient for her to build at present, and return their answer to the next monthly meeting. Melissant Hodgkins & Sarah Eckley presents Christopher Sibtborp & Mary Fincher before this meeting who pub¬ lished their intentions of marriage, it being the first time, The meeting requests Benjamin Chambers & Alexr Beards¬ ley to make Enquiry concerning the said Christophers clearness and report the same to the next monthly meeting. Elizabeth Hooton & Margaret Beardsley presents John Murray & Sarah Budd who published their intentions of marriage, it being the first time. Friends appoint Alexand1 Beardsley & Anthony Morris to make Enquiry into the young mans clearness, and report the same to the next monthly meeting. Thomas Budd intending to take a Voyage for England, appeared before this meeting and requested of friends a Certificate which was accordingly granted. Ordered by the meeting that Samuel Richardson do speak and agree with John Redmon for the underpinning of the meeting house upon Delaware front, and also what brick work may be wanting at the meeting house in the Center and make report thereof to the next monthly meeting. Ordered that Benjamin Chambers & Alexander Beards¬ ley do make up the accounts of the poor belonging to this meeting with Anthony Morris, and return the same to the next monthly meeting. Collected for the poor and paid to Thomas Duckett 12/9. and 7/3 more paid out of the stock by Anthony Morris. [Twenty-sixth of 2d month 1689.] John Eckley & Samuel Carpenter were requested by the last monthly meeting to meet with friends appointed 150 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. by the monthly meeting of Newton in West Jersey, con¬ cerning settling the accounts of William Steel, which they have done, and presented an account thereof to this meet¬ ing, with a letter to himself, which was approved of by friends, and ordered to be sent him by the first opportunity. According to an order of the last monthly meeting John Eckley, William Southerby & Anthony Morris have spoke to John Jones about the money left by his brother towards the finishing of the Center meeting house, and produced his order upon Samuel Carpenter for the payment of the same. The aforesaid friends with Samuel Richardson or any two of them are desired to provide workmen and boards, and agree for the doing thereof as far as the money will reach. Samuel Richardson & Benjamin Chambers were desired by the last monthly meeting to treat with The widow Morgan which was not fully compleated, and therefore they are desired to continue the same ’till the next monthly meeting. Samuel Richardson being requested by the last monthly meeting to agree with John Redmon about doing some work belonging to both the meeting houses in Philadelphia which is not done, and therefore he is desired to be diligent to get it done against the next monthly meeting. Whereas Benja. Chambers & Alexr Beardsley were desired by the last monthly meeting to make up the accots of the poor with Anthony Morris which is not done, and therefore they are desired to continue the same till next monthly meeting. William Bradford being desired by the last monthly meeting to provide a book for friends use which he hath done; and the meeting orders Samuel Richardson to pay him for the same out of the stock belonging to the meeting and William Bradford to deliver the said book to Robert Ewer for the use before mentioned. [Melissant Hodgkins <fc Sarah Eckley presents Christo- Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 151 pher Sibthorp and Mary Fincher the second time, who are left at liberty to proceed in marriage.] Beardsley present John [Elisabeth Hooton and Murray and Sarah Budd the second time, who are left at liberty to proceed in marriage.] Mary Otter & Cicelly Bradford presents John Baldwin & Catharine Turner who published their intentions of mar¬ riage before this meeting, it being the first time, and the young man belonging to another meeting, he is desired to bring a Certificate from the monthly meeting he belongs unto, against the next monthly meeting at this place. Collected for the poor & left with Anthony Morris £l..2..0. [Thirty-first of 3d month 1689.] The widow Catharine Morgan being in want of some assistance, friends are willing according to her desire, to lend her four pounds, untill she may be in a Capacity to repay the same, and its ordered by the meeting that Samuel Richardson do pay the £3..9..0 which is in his hands be¬ longing to the meeting, and Anthony Morris to pay 11/. to make up said £4. Benjamin Chambers & Alexr Beardsley having been desired to make up the poors acco18 with Anthony Morris & Sam1 Richardson belonging to this meeting which they have done, and brought the acco1* to the meeting, which were approved of. Alexander Beardsley, Robert Ewer and Anthony Morris are desired to look into the condition of the poor belonging to this meeting, and if any should want assistance between the monthly meetings, that they distribute to them accord¬ ing to their discretion, as necessity may require. Ordered by this meeting that Samuel Carpenter & Anthony Morris do search out the ordei of the Yearly Meeting, concerning their advice about selling the Indiana Rum, in order to put the same in practice according 152 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. thereto, and also to give some account thereof to the Monthly Meeting of Newton for friends satisfaction there, of our proceedings and clearness as far as we know in that matter & give acco1 thereof to the next monthly meeting. [Mary Otter & Joan Forrest present John Baldwin and Catharine Turner the second time, who are left at liberty to proceed in marriage.] Andrew Griscomb bringing in a complaint to this meet¬ ing against Richard Townsend concerning his servant, The meeting appoints Samuel Carpenter, William Southerby & John Parsons to use their Endeavours to put an end to the difference between them, and it is the advice of friends that the Young man may return to his master Townsend. The fore said friends are desired to give acco1 thereof to the next monthly meeting. Collected for the poor & left with Anthony Morris jel..9..0. [Thirtieth of 4th month 1689.] Samuel Carpenter & Anthony Morris are still desired to continue their Endeavour to accomplish the last monthly meetings request, respecting the Yearly Meetings order Whereas there wTas a subscription towards paying the meetings debts, Samuel Richardson & John Eckley were appointed to Collect the same, and the said Samuel being gone to Jamaico, Alexander Beardsley is desired to assist John Eckley in perfecting said Subscriptions with what speed they may. Isaac Ricketts laid before this meeting some difference between himself and his mother Elisabeth Fitzwater. The meeting considering thereof, Requested William Southerby, Francis Rawles, Benjtt Chambers & Richard Whitfield to endeavour to put an end to the said difference, and if not Ended, then to request her to come to the next monthly meeting. Whereas the widow Morgan requested some assistance of Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting • 153 this meeting, they accordingly have lent her four pounds in Silver, which she intends to pay again if please God she may be in a Capacity. Thomas Roberts laying before this meeting his necessity and great want of a habitation, friends taking of it into consideration have consented to lend him five pounds towards his assistance for the same, and desires Richard Hilliard to be assisting to him in managing thereof, & give acco‘ to the next monthly meeting. The meeting Requests Benjamin Chambers & Henry Furniss to speak with John Redmon and desire him to be Expeditious in underpinning the meeting house at Dela¬ ware, it being of great necessity, & give acco1 thereof to the next monthly meeting. Collected for the poor and paid to Anthony Morris 14/3. [Twenty-sixth of 5th month 1689.] John Eckley & Alexr Beardsley being appointed to Col¬ lect the subscription for the paying the meetings debts, especially that of Griffith Jones’s, which they have not per¬ fected, and therefore are desired to continue the same ’till it be perfect. Hannah Carpenter & Margaret Beardsley presents Francis Rawdes & Martha Turner who published their intentions of marriage before this meeting, it being the first time, Friends appoint Nicholas Pearce & Rich* Hellier to make Enquiry concerning his clearness, and report the same to the next monthly meeting. Joan Jones & Elisath Fitzwater presents James Thomas & Ellin Barber who published their intentions of marriage before this meeting, and requesting of the meeting that they may perfect their intentions sooner than is the usual manner amongst friends, he being a master of a ship, and not having liberty to stay untill the next meeting, having put up their bill of publications near a month since to answer the Law of this province and also was intended to 154 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. have published the same the last monthly meeting, but Extremity of weather prevented, the meeting being also satisfied after Enquiry concerning their clearness, with the information of several friends present and upon these con¬ siderations before mentioned, The meeting condescended to the same being accomplished according to the Good order of Truth. There being a difference between Isaac Ricketts and his mother in Law, Elisabeth Fitz water, laid before the meet¬ ing, they having considered the matter, she being willing to let him have his part in the liberty land, upon which the meeting desires the said Isaac to forbear for the present, and leave the matter till a further opportunity. William Bradford laid before this meeting his intention of Transporting himself to England, according to his re¬ quest friends desire John Eckley & Anthony Morris to draw up a Certificate in order to be signed at the next monthly meeting. Friends being willing to encourage a school in this town, and in order thereto they have agreed with George Keith to assure him a certain Salary of fifty pounds year to be paid quarterly with house rent, convenient for his school & family, with the profit of the school for one year, and for two years more to make his school worth to him one hun¬ dred & twenty pounds year, if he shall think fit to stay in this place, the said George also promiseth to teach the poor (which are not of ability to pay) for nothing. The above-said George Keith having heard the proposals of friends, readity assented and agreed thereto, his Salary be¬ ginning from the time that the School begins. Its agreed that it be also mentioned to the next Quarterly Meeting for their concurrence with the same, as also agreed that Anthony Morris give notice to the several monthly meet¬ ings in this County that the Quarterly Meeting will be held upon the monthly meeting day at Philadelphia to begin at the Tenth hour. Collected this meeting £l..3..6 & paid to Anthony Morris. * Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 155 [Thirtieth of 6th month 1689.] Whereas John Eckley & Alexander Beardsley were ap¬ pointed to Collect a subscription towards the discharging of the meetings debts, which is not fully Compleated, there¬ fore they are still desired to continue the same Till the next meeting. According to the request of William Bradford, the meet¬ ing have left it to the friends appointed to draw up a Cer¬ tificate for him, and sign it if there be occasion, in the behalf of the meeting. Sarah Welch & Elisabeth Hooton presents Thomas Howell & Sarah Costin who signified their intentions of marriage, it being the first time, Friends appoint Robert Ewer & Alexander Beardsley to make Enquiry concerning the said Thomas’s Clearness and report the same to the next monthly meeting. Samuel Carpenter & Alexr Beardsley having promised John Goodson to see him satisfied for the curing of Thomas Smith, the meeting are willing to repay them again. James Pratt proposing his intentions of marriage before this meeting, desiring a Certificate to Oxford meeting, where he intends to take his wife, of his clearness in relation to marriage, in order thereto the meeting desires John Goodson & John Parsons to make enquiry concerning him, and return their answer to the next monthly meeting. The difference between Isaac Ricketts and his mother was again heard at this meeting, she not being here, The meeting desires Robert Turner, John Goodson, William Southerby, Alexander Beardsley, Richard Whitefield & Samuel Carpenter to speak with her in order to the ending of the said difference between them, which if they cannot perform, then to advise her to come to the next Quarterly meeting. Collected this meeting 13 / 10J & left with Anthony Morris. The meeting requests Anthony Morris to get the meeting 156 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. house at Delaware underpinned with all speed, and the charges shall be allowed out of the meetings Stock. [Twenty-seventh of 7th month 1689.] John Eckley & Alexr Beardsley are still desired to con¬ tinue their care to get in the Subscription money, in order to pay Samuel Carpenters disbursements. The friends aforementioned are desired to speak with Elisabeth Fitzwater and make it their Endeavour to recon¬ cile the difference betwixt her and her son in law not done. Hannah Carpenter & Margaret Beardsley presents Francis Rawle and Martha Turner who laid their intentions of tak¬ ing each other in marriage before this meeting, and it being the second time, and all things found clear, friends leave them to take their own time to consummate their intentions. Sarah Welch & Margaret Beardsley presents Anthony Morris & Agnes Boom, who published their intentions of taking each other in marriage, and the said Agnes being a widow, friends desire John Eckley, Sam1 Carpenter and Humphry Murray to make it their endeavour to settle a proportionate part of her Estate upon the Children betwixt this and the next monthly meeting and return an account of what they have done to friends. Sarah Goodson & Hannah Carpenter presented William Walker & Elisabeth Morgan who declared their intentions of marriage, and it being the first time, friends desire Abraham Hardiman and James Jacob to Enquire into his Clearness, and also to desire William to procure a Certificate from such friends hands as knew him in England, as also a Certificate from the meeting he hath belonged unto since he came into these parts and bring with him against the next meeting. Thomas Lloyd, John Eckley & Samuel Carpenter are likewise desired to see a sufficient part of her Estate settled upon the Child betwixt this and the next monthly meeting. Elisabeth Hooton & Cicilly Bradford presents Thomas Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 157 Andrews & Elisabeth Owen, who declared their intentions of marriage, it being the first time, friends desire Daniel Jones & Thomas Marl to make Enquiry into Thomas his clearness and make report thereof to the next monthly meeting. Mary Sibthorp & Margaret Beardsley presents James Shaddock & Martha Moon who declared their intentions of marriage and friends desire John Parsons & Richard Gove to enquire into his clearness and report thereof to the next meeting. Forasmuch as the paper of subscription for the poor and other necessary uses hath not fully been answered, Friends desire John Eckley & Alexr Beardsley to endeavour to gather in the said subscriptions, and desire friends that they take care for time to come to answer their subscrip¬ tions, and to keep fair accounts to friends satisfaction, and Samuel Carpenter to assist the said concern. Ordered that those friends formerly appointed to see the Center meeting floor finished do proceed therein, and friends will see them indemnified, and that they take care that the windows be substantially hanged. Its desired by this meeting that Benjamin Chambers & Thomas Peart take care to hang the windows, and what else they see necessary to be done belonging to the front meeting house, that it may be accomplished, and friends will see them paid. John Eckley is desired by this meeting to inspect the necessity of Thomas Clifford, & let him have what he sees he must stand in need of. Collected this meeting 14/7J Left with Alexr Beardsley. [Twenty fifth of 8th month 1689.] Hannah Carpenter & Joan Forrest presented William Walker & Elisabeth Morgan who declared their intentions of marriage, and it being the second time, and no objec¬ tion made, friends leave them to consummate their inten- 158 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. tions as the Lord shall direct, also the said Elisabeth Mor¬ gan being a widow and having a Child, friends desire John Eckley, Sam1 Carpenter & Humphry Murray to see that a proportionate part of what was his fathers should be settled upon him which was done accordingly. Sarah Welch & Margaret Beardsley presents Anthony Morris & Agnes Boom who declared their intentions of mar¬ riage and it being the second time, and the said Agnes having settled part of her Estate upon her Children, and no objection made, friends leave them to their liberty to consummate their intentions. Elisabeth Hooton & Cicilly Bradford presented Thomas Andrews & Elisabeth Owen who declared their intentions of marriage it being the second time, and no objection made, friends leave them to consummate their intentions. John Eckley, Samuel Carpenter & Alexr Beardsley are desired to take care to get in the remaining part of the subscriptions for the poor and other necessary uses, and so to continue till they have perfected the same. Mary Sibthorp & Margaret Beardsley presents James Shaddock & Martha Moon, who declared their intentions of marriage, * and the said Martha having given friends satisfaction, and no objection made against their proceed¬ ings, friends leave them to consummate their intentions. Melissant Hodgkins, Hannah Carpenter & Hannah Chambers presents James Taylor & Elisabeth Chambers who declared their intentions of marriage, and it being the first time said James is desired to bring a Certificate of his fathers assent as also from the meeting he belongs unto. Collected this meeting £l..0..3 & Left with Alexr Beardsley. [Twenty ninth of 9th month 1689.] Whereas John Eckley, Samuel Carpenter & Alexr Beardsley were desired by the last monthly meeting to gather up the subscriptions due upon the poors account Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 159 they have in part done it, and are desired to perfect the same against the next monthly meeting. John Eckley & Alexr Beardsley are desired to make up this meetings account with Andrew Griscom & bring it to the next monthly meeting. Some friends being concerned at the inconveniency of the first and week day’s meeting being held so late in the Evenings, It was proposed that the said meetings might be altered to a more convenient time. Agreed it be referred to the next Quarterly meeting for their advice and concur¬ rence therein. There being a matter in difference depending between William Rakestraw and John Redmon laid before this meeting, The meeting appoints John Eckley, Anthony Morris, Thomas Fitzwater & Alexander Beardsley to hear determine the matter between them (they both having consented before the meeting to the same) and make their report to the next meeting. Samuel Carpenter requesting a Certificate from this meeting in the behalf of John Jones concerning his clear¬ ness iu marriage to be sent to Barbadoes, The meeting requests Samuel Carpenter to write one for him, and get it signed by some honest friends in behalf of the meeting, if time will not permit to stay the next meeting. Collected this meeting 18/3. left with Alexr Beardsley. [Twenty sixth of 10th month 1689.] John Eckley & Alexr Beardsley are still continued to perfect the account they have undertaken belonging to this meeting. There being some difference laid before this meeting be¬ tween William Hard, Paul Saunders & James Jacobs, Friends desire John Eckley, William Southerby & Thomas Duckett to hear & determine the matter between them, and .give acco1 thereof to the next monthly meeting. Joseph Wilcox making complaint to this meeting against 160 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting . Griffith Jones he not being at the meeting, The meeting requests John Eckley Thomas Duckett George Keith & Alexr Beardsley to use their endeavour to put an end to the said difference, which if they cannot Effect, then to give him notice to appear at the monthly meeting. Its further desired that Thomas Lloyd & Robert Turner would accom¬ pany the other friends on the behalf aforesaid. Priscilla Smith & Joan Forrest presents Daniel Riggs & Martha Cobron who declared their intentions of marriage, it being the first time, Friends appoint Thomas Tresse and Daniel Pegg to enquire into the said Daniel Riggs clearness and report the same to the next monthly meeting. Collected this meeting £l..2..6. & left with Alexr Beardsley. [Thirty first of 11th month 1689.] The friends appointed to make up the subscription account for the poor &Ca make answer they have done their endeavor, and still intend as opportunity presents. Those friends appointed to make an end of the difference between William Rakestraw and John Redmon report to this meeting that they have ended the same. The friends that wTere appointed to hear and End the difference between Griffith Jones and Joseph Willcox report to this meeting that they have persuaded both parties so far, that they have obliged themselves to stand to the award of four persons chosen and to be ended before the next monthly meeting. Friends desire Anthony Morris to buy a book for the Yearly Meetings service, and the charge shall be allowed him by this meeting. [Daniel Riggs & Martha Cobron appeared before this meeting a second time and were given liberty to proceed in marriage.] Margaret Poulter & Hester Cooper presents Thomas Walton & Priscilla Hun, who declared their intentions of Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 161 marriage before this meeting it being the first time, The meeting requests them to bring Certificates with them against the next monthly meeting. The meeting desires Anthony Morris to write and sign a Certificate in the behalf of the meeting, to satisfy friends of Chester County, that Daniel Diggs & Martha Cobron hath past through the meetings here according to the practice of friends. Melissant Hodgkins & Joan South erby presents Micah Thomas & Gwenlin Thomas who declared their intentions of marriage, it being the first time, friends appoint John Kinsey & Philip James to make enquiry into the said Micah’s clearness, and report the same to the next monthly meeting. It being moved by some friends at this meeting, about doing the Indians some good service according to the Epistle that was formerly sent into this countrey by George Fox, and time being at present far spent, the meeting thought fit to defer it ’till the next monthly meeting. Collected this meeting £l..ll..6 left with Alexr Beardsley. [Twenty eighth of 12th month 1689.] It being moved at the last monthly meeting that friends might be serviceable to the Indians, this meeting thought fit to refer it to the next quarterly meeting. [Micah Thomas <fc Gwenlin Thomas appeared before this meeting the second time and were given liberty to proceed in marriage.] [Thomas Walton and Priscilla Hun appeared the second time and were given liberty to proceed in marriage.] There being a difference depending between Joseph Willcox and Griffith Jones for several months past, and friends appointed to hear and end it, which is not done and so it was continued to the next meeting. Elisabeth Hooton & Margaret Beardsley presents John Maddocks & Margaret Kent who published their intentions 162 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. of marriage, it being the first time, friends desire the said John to bring a Certificate from the monthly meeting where he belongs against the next monthly meeting. The difference being again laid before this meeting be¬ tween Isaac Ricketts and his mother in law, they being both willing to leave the matter to friends, The meeting hath requested Thomas Lloyd, Robert Turner, Samuel Carpenter, Samuel Richardson, John Goodson & Thomas Duckett or any four of them to hear and determine the matter between them. * Elisabeth Hooton & Hannah Carpenter presents John Busby <fc Mary Taylor who declared their intentions of marriage, it being the first time, and the said John produc¬ ing a satisfactory Certificate, The meeting appoints John Parsons & Thomas Hooton to make enquiry concerning his clearness, and report the same to the next monthly meeting. Ann Parsons & Joan Forrest presents William Beaks & Elisabeth Worriloe, who declared their intentions of mar¬ riage, it being the first time, friends request the said Beaks to bring a Certificate from the meeting he belongs unto with the consent of his mother against the next monthly meeting. James Jacob proposed his intentions of going to England, desiring a Certificate, The meeting requests John Hart & Abraham Hardiman to make Enquiry concerning the said James and return their answer to the next monthly meeting. Collected this meeting £l..9..0 & left with Alexr Beardsley. [Twenty-eighth of 1st month 1690.] [Elisabeth Hooton and Margaret Beardsley present John Maddock & Margaret Kent who are given liberty to pro¬ ceed in marriage.] [Hannah Carpenter and Elisabeth Keith present John Busby and Mary Taylor the second time, who are given liberty to proceed in marriage.] Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 163 Joan Forrest and Cicilly Bradford presents William Beaks and Elisabeth Worrilloe who declared their inten¬ tions of marriage, it being the second time, and Certificates produced, and nothing appearing to obstruct, the meeting left them to their liberty to consummate their aforesaid in¬ tentions in Sobriety and good order. The meeting desires Anthony Morris to write a Certificate in the behalf of the abovesaid friends to Chester County where they intend to take each other, to satisfy friends there, that they have past through our meetings, according to usual practice. There having been some difference between Griffith Jones and Joseph Willcox which hath been discoursed and con¬ sidered this meeting, whereupon the said Griffith and Joseph, by the approbation of friends, have made choice of six persons hereafter named to hear and determine the matter between them, and they have each promised to stand and abide by their award, which said persons are John Goodson, William Sallway, Charles Pickering, Paul Saunders, Griffith Owen and Samuel Richardson. They are desired to accomplish the same against the next monthly meeting, and if it so happens they cannot agree themselves then to choose an umpire to decide it. George Keith having proposed to this meeting the inconveniency of the straitness of his School, Samuel Carpenter & Anthony Morris are desired to treat with Robert Turner about some more convenient room for the Enlargement of the said School, and the meeting will Indemnify them for what they do in that matter. The meeting requests Anthony Morris to get a few forms made for this meeting house, and his disbursements shall be allowed by the meeting. Collected this meeting £l..4..4§ & left with Alexander Beardsley. [Twenty sixth of 2d month 1690.] Friends appointed to End the difference between Griffith 164 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. Jones & Joseph Willcox Report to this meeting they have not yet 'Ended it, and therefore are desired to continue to use their Endeavour to put an End to the same, against the next monthly meeting. Whereas Samuel Carpenter and Anthony Morris were desired to treat with Robert Turner about more room for the use of George Keith’s school, they return their answer they have accordingly agreed with John Fuller on the said Roberts behalf for a convenient room to be fitted up for the additional rent of three pounds year so long as friends shall think fitt to use the same, which addition makes up the former Rent Thirteen pounds year. Richard Whitfield informing this meeting that he hath paid in several sums of money to the value of £95..4..8I unto Richard Cubbon, Thomas Crosby and Alexander Charley belonging to the monthly meeting of Hartshaw in Lancashire, which said money belongs unto one Thomas Hodges, and was paid unto the foresaid persons upon con¬ dition that the said Richard Whitfield might have the Interest thereof, towards the maintenance of the said Thomas Hodges, and in order to receive the same the said Richard Whitfield did charge a bill upon the foresaid per¬ sons for £24. which he hears is protested against. There¬ fore he requests this meeting to write to the friends of the aforesaid meeting of Hartshaw, that they would be pleased to stir up those friends concerned to send over according to the request of Richard Whitfield the interest of the foresaid moneys for the reasonable charges of the said Thomas Hodges, as also for £21..9..0 he hath paid for the use of Fairclife Hodges with the interest thereof, which also hath been refused hitherto, In order to answer the foresaid re¬ quest, The meeting hath appointed Griffith Owen to write to friends aforesaid concerning the business and to desire John Simcock and Phineas Pemberton also to sign the same with him, as being friends known in those parts. William Bradford on the behalf of William Wait, re- Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 165 quests of this meeting a Certificate, he intending to trans¬ port himself for England, as also several intending the same, & in case it should fall out that they cannot stay until the next monthly meeting, then the meeting requests Thomas Lloyd, John Goodson, Alexander Beardsley, Humphry Murray, George Keith, John Hart & Anthony Morris or any four of them to write and sign all such Cer¬ tificates as they are satisfied concerning, between this and the next monthly meeting. Mary Otter on the behalf of herself and daughter moving again to this meeting for a Certificate to England, Its re¬ ferred to the aforesaid friends to give them one, if they go away before the next monthly meeting. Robert Ewer proposing to this meeting his intentions of going to Rhoad Island not knowing how he may dispose of himself, Requested a Certificate of his clearness. The meeting requests Thomas Duckett, Samuel Carpenter, Alexander Beardsley & Anthony Morris to make Enquiry concerning the said Robert’s clearness, & Return their answer to the next monthly meeting. It being moved to this meeting concerning some differ¬ ence between Arnall Fincher and his mother, and Philip England, It is the advice of this meeting that they should chuse four friends to hear & End the said difference be¬ tween them. Collected this meeting 7/9. paid Samuel Carpenter. [Thirtieth of 3d month 1690.] Whereas Philip England having bought a house of Arnall Fincher, and his mother not being satisfied there¬ with, the said Philip for the satisfaction of friends hath agreed to yield up the same again, and friends will En¬ deavour that the said Arnall shall release him also. Thomas Lloyd, Sam1 Carpenter & Alexr Beardsley are desired to settle all matters in difference between the foresaid persons. 166 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. Philip Howell appeared before this meeting, requesting a Certificate of his clearness relating to marriage, in order thereto the meeting appoints John Kinsey and James Poulter to make enquiry concerning the said Philips clear¬ ness, and Certify the same to the next monthly meeting. There being a difference between William Rakestraw and Francis Rawles, laid before this meeting, The meeting re¬ quests John Dellaval and Anthony Morris to hear and determine the matter between them, and return their pro¬ ceedings to the next monthly meeting. There being also a difference depending between James Fox and James Shaddock laid before this meeting, They have appointed Samuel Richardson, John Goodson, Griffith Owen & William Southerby to hear and End the foresaid difference between them, and make return thereof to the next monthly meeting. Ann Keith & Margaret Beardsley presents James Stan¬ field & Mary Hutchinson who declared their intentions of marriage before this meeting, it being the first time, and having not their parents’ consent, they are desired to get the same, and they may Expect to receive the approbation of friends in the matter against the next monthly meeting. Collected at this meeting £2..0..0 & delivered to Alexr Beardsley. [Twenty seventh of 4th month 1690.] There being some difference between Mary Fincher and Philip England, and between the said Mary and Arnall Fincher laid before the last monthly meeting, and friends appointed to End the same, which is not yet done, there¬ fore the same friends are desired to continue their care for Composing the same, against the next monthly meeting. The friends appointed to End the difference between William Rakestraw & Francis Rawles report to this meet¬ ing they have ended the same. Also the friends appointed to end the difference between Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 167 James Fox and James Shaddock, Report they have ended the same. Ordered by this meeting that Alexr Beardsley pay Thomas Peart 12/0 for work done at the front meeting house. The meeting appoints Griffith Owen and William Southerby to agree with James Moore for what work they shall see need to be done about the windows of the Center Meeting house, and that they may be kept in order. John Williamson laying before this meeting a matter in difference between himself and Agnes Morris late Widow Bom, The meeting Requests John Delavall, Samuel Car¬ penter, Alex1 Beardsley & James Fox to hear and put an End to the said Difference against the next monthly meeting. [James Stanfield & Mary Hutchinson appeared before this meeting the second time and were permitted to accomplish their marriage according to the practice of friends.] Collected this meeting £l - . 0 . . 3. delivered to Alexr Beardsley. [Twenty fifth of 5th month 1690.] Whereas several monthly meetings past there hath been mention made of some difference Between Arnall Fincher and his Mother, and friends appointed to End the same, which is not yet done, therefore they are still desired to continue their endeavours to put an end to the same, against the next monthly meeting. Friends having received some letters from William Steel out of Bristol in Old England, desiring them to take care of his concerns, In order thereto the meeting have ap¬ pointed Robert Turner, Samuel Carpenter, and Thomas Budd to answer the foresaid letters, and to act and do what they think Convenient in the matter, and give account of their proceedings to the monthly meeting. [Thomas Budd and Alexander Beardsley are appointed 168 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. to speak to John Day and William Carter and desire them to come to the next monthly meeting.] Collected at this meeting 19/9. and delivered • Alexr Beardsley. [Twenty ninth of 6th month 1690.] The friends appointed to End differences between A mail Fincher and his Mother Reports to this meeting that they have Ended the same, as far as they can, at present. The friends which were appointed by the last monthly meeting to take care of William Steel’s business are desired to Examine into the matter in dispute between John Ithell and John Bristow concerning six barrells of Beef that was supposed to belong to the said Steel, against the next monthly meeting. There being a paper sent to this meeting desiring their concurrence and assistance towards sinking a well near the Center Meeting house, which was considered and Assented unto. Friends being very willing to Contribute towards the same, and Thomas Duckett and William Southerby are requested to assist the friends near adjoining in the man¬ agement thereof, and also to get what subscriptions they can towards the carrying of it on. [Griffith Jones being present appears dissatisfied with the former judgment of the meeting in his case.] Collected at this meeting £l . 10 . . 2 & left in the hands of Alexr Beardsley. ■ [Twenty sixth of 7th month 1690.] It being agreed by the last monthly meeting to assist the inhabitants of the Center in the making of a well near the meeting house, It’s still referred to William Southerby and Thomas Duckett for the assisting of them as aforesaid, pro¬ vided it be for the Convenience of the meeting house, unto which this meeting have agreed to give five pounds if that will satisfy them towards the charge- Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting . 169 Tliis meeting requests Samuel Carpenter & Anthony Morris to write to John Bristow and desire him to come to our next monthly meeting, and likewise John Ithell also to see to put an End to a difference between them, upon the acco1 of six barrells of Beef, belonging to William Steel. According to an order of the last Quarterly Meeting that friends were appointed to visit those which were remiss in their duty by not coming to meetings, or otherwise in their conversation, This monthly meeting approving the same, have thought fit to request the same friends with the assist¬ ance of William Southerby to visit such as they shall see need for on the behalf of this meeting alsoCollected for the poor this meeting 9/9. [Thirty first of 8th month 1690.] According to Request of the last monthly meeting John Bristow appeared before this meeting, and solemnly de¬ clared as to the matter in difference, That he never received no more Beef out of the Bristol Merchant, upon no acco* but six barrells, neither from William Steel any at all, and for the foresaid six barrells John Bristow paid the said Ithell forty five pieces of Eight, this meeting being satisfied with the said Bristow’s acco1 and doth suppose it was a mistake of William Steel. William Southerby presenting a bill of charges from James Moore laid out upon the Center meeting house, The meeting orders Alexr Beardsley to pay him 30/. and Re¬ quests William Southerby to get the other window finished and the charge shall be allowed him by the meeting. It’s agreed that Alexr Beardsley shall pay John Busby’s account. It’s agreed by this meeting that the weekly meetings be altered to the former days, which is at the meeting house upon Delaware side on the fourth day of every week to be¬ gin at the tenth hour, and likewise on the fifth day of every week at the Center and at the same hour of the day. 170 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. Collected at this meeting £l..5..6. William Say & Mary Guest appeared before this meeting, and signified their intentions of marriage with each other it being the first time, and the said William bringing a Certificate from Burlington meeting, It was continued until the next monthly meeting- [Twenty eighth of 9th month 1690.] There being a letter sent from John Bristow to this meeting concerning a Note in Robert Turner's hands, which the meeting knowing little of, and therefore Requests that John Bristow may be himself at the next monthly meeting at this place to speak further to the matter, if aggrieved, desiring Alexr Beardsley to give him notice thereof Margaret Beardsley & Elisabeth Hard presented William Say & Mary Guest, who declared their intentions of mar¬ riage with each other it being the second time, and nothing appeared to obstruct the same, the meeting left them to their Liberty to consummate their aforesaid intentions ac¬ cording to the good order of truth. Agreed that the Widow Eckley’s bill of charge be allowed and paid by Alexander Beardsley. Collected this meeting 7/9 delivered Alexr Beardsley. [Twenty sixth of 10th month 1690.] The business of John Bristow mentioned at the last monthly meeting, he being not present is continued to the next monthly meeting for further Enquiry. Friends having had a sence of the great inconveniency that is likely to be brought in amongst us, by the giving of Liquors at buryals here in this town, which hath been a grief to many friends, as also the disorderly walking in the streets with Corps to the burying ground, and in order to have these things aforesaid stopped or hindred as much as in us lyes, The meeting have appointed Thomas Fitswater, Benjamin Chambers, Alexr Beardsley, Henry Furniss, Wil- Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 171 liam Southerby and Thomas Budd do take #are to acquaint friends that may be concerned as aforesaid, that it is the sence and Judgment of this meeting that such things ought not to be, neither hath been practised amongst friends in the chief Cities and great towns in England and Ireland. Some friends intimating their dislike against the Ex¬ travagancies of wedding dinners and too much providings for the same, In order to have it discouraged amongst friends, The meeting have appointed Samuel Carpenter & Robert Ewer to use their Endeavour to disswade them that may be concerned from the foresaid practise, and let them know that it is a grief to honest friends, and the mind of the monthly meeting. Friends taking into their consideration the Slackness and carelessness of some professing Truth that have married, and not according to the manner of friends, so that it may be like to be a great hurt, if a stop be not put to those things, In order thereto The meeting have requested Alex¬ ander Beardsley and Anthony Morris to be joined to the friends before mentioned Sam1 Carpenter and Rob1 Ewer, and use their Endeavour to stop such proceedings by lay¬ ing before them the Evil thereof, and the danger of dis¬ uniting them from friends. Collected this meeting <£1..13..5£ & delivered to Alexr Beardsley.