Early Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting of Friends

EARLY MINUTES OF PHILADELPHIA MONTHLY MEETING OF FRIENDS * ( Continued from Vol. VI, page 308.) Twenty Eighth of Seventh month 1711. Pentecoast Teague informed this meeting that Joseph Smith had left to Anthony Morris and himself fifteen pounds for the use of the poor of friends belonging to our monthly meeting. Anthony Morris reports that he hath in his hands £4: 10: for a year’s rent of the room over the school house, for the printing press which hath for many years been paid to the service of this meeting. Three Certificates, One from Brighouse monthly meeting in the County of York in Great Brittain on behalf of Henry Thomson Two from the monthly meeting of Brigflats in the same County of York on behalf of Thomas Barnes & Philip Fawcet, were read and approved. John Scott & Mary Humphry declared their intentions of marriage, it being the second time, he having produced a Certificate from Chester — monthly meeting. Twenty fifth of Eighth month, 1711. The friends appointed report they have heard the difference between Edward Shippen & Francis Richardson, and have accordingly put an end thereunto. Certificates from Ireland on behalf of Samuel Massey & Mark Carlton and his wife were read, and appointed to be recorded. The widow of Mark Carlton applies for advice in relation to her affairs, being lately come from Ireland. Thirtieth of Ninth month, 1711. Samuel Hillary & Jane Waterman declared their intentions of mar¬ riage, it being the first time, and the young man producing a satisfac¬ tory Certificate from friends in Ireland, and also mentions consent of parents. Twenty Eighth of Tenth month, 1711. Evan Owen & Mary Hoskins appeared the second time, & declared their intentions of marriage, he having brought a Certificate from Har¬ ford monthly meeting, and a Copy of his Certificate to Barbadoes and a Certificate from Barbadoes, which were read to the satisfaction of the meeting. * Fuller abstracts of these Minutes are to be found In the Manuscript Col lections of The Genealogical Society of Pennsylvania. (70) Early Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 71 A Certificate from Treadhaven Quarterly Meeting in Maryland, on behalfof George Bowes signifying their unity with him in his service was read, and well received, and he having near accomplished his service, de¬ sired a few lines from this meeting, which was granted, and signed on the back of his Certificate. John Oxley having acquainted this meeting that he has some business in New England, desires a Certificate. Twenty fifth of Eleventh month 1711. The friends appointed in the business of John Martin, report that they have got Bills of Exchange to the Value of forty pounds Sterling which bills are to be sent to Great Brittain to pay a debt due from the Estate of the said John Martin to one Eleanor Holney there. Twenty ninth of Twelfth month 1711. Ralph Jackson delivered to this meeting the sum of Three pounds, being a Legacy given by James Atkinson late of Philadelphia deceased, to the meeting. Several Certificates were produced and read in this meeting. One from the monthly meeting of Leek in Staffordshire on behalf of Joseph Taylor. One from Redstone meeting on behalf of Francis Jones & family. One from Haverford West on behalf of Samuel Jones & his wife, and one from Middletown in Bucks County on behalf of Charles Brockden. William Hudson desires a Certificate from the meeting, on behalf of his son Samuel who is gone forward intending for Great Brittain. Twenty Eighth of first month 17 IS. Anthony Morris & Thomas Griffith report that they did demand of John Hugg the Legacy left to friends by Marg’t Jennings, but the said Hugg informs them he cannot raise money out of her effects, and as soon as he can, he will pay it into their hands. William Hudson & Thomas Griffith report that they did Enquire into William Masterman ’s circumstances (who is since dead). It being recommended from the last Quarterly Meeting, the great necessity of Jos. Satterthwaite and the Widow Albison by reason of a great loss sustained by fire. A Certificate from Cork in Ireland dated 5th of 8th mo. 1711 on behalf of John Knight (now of this place) only in respect of his clearness in relation to marriage was read. Twenty fifth of second month, 171S. Samuel Bradshaw being about to remove to Darby in Chester County requests a Certificate from this meeting. Joshua Holt & Hannah Mitchener declared their intentions of marriage, it being the first time. The relations of both parties being present, are consenting thereunto. A Certificate from Maryland monthly meeting, dated the 27th of 1st mo. 1712, on behalf of Enuion Williams was read, & recorded. 72 Early Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. James Estaugh acquaints this meeting of his intentions to remove with his family to Duck Creek in New' Castle County to live, and desires a Certificate accordingly. Christopher Blackburn proposed his inclination to visit friends in Mary¬ land, Virginia and North Carolina in Company with Thomas Chalkley, and requests a Certificate. John Roberts, Cordwainer, requests a Certificate from this meeting. Thirtieth of Third month, 1712. Thomas Cox & Mary Chandler declared their intentions of marriage. It being the first time, and the young man having no relations here, and Pentecoast Teague his Guardian being present consenting thereto. Joseph Bond acquaints this meeting that he is about to remove to Bristol in Bucks County with his family, and having brought a Certificate hither from Great Brittain, desires one from this meeting on behalf of himself and Wife. John Knight laid his intentions of marriage to a friend of Abington monthly meeting, and desires a Certificate accordingly. Anthony Morris on behalf of his Son James requests a Certificate from this meeting for himself & wife, they being about to remove to live at Duck Creek in Kent County. George Gray laid before this meeting his intentions of removing to Germantown, and requested a Certificate accordingly. A Certificate from London on behalf of Thomas Bond late of Lancaster was read and accepted. Also a Certificate from Chester monthly meeting on behalf of James Lownes & his wife, was read & accepted. Twenty seventh of fourth month, 1712. Benjamin Pairman requests a Certificate, intending to marry a friend belonging to Crosswicks monthly meeting. Isaac Norris as Guardian to Mary Ducket of Hammersmith in Great Brittain complains to this meeting that there is a Legacy due to her from the Estate of Thomas Ducket, whieh he cannot get payment of. A Certificate on behalf of Aaron Goforth and his family, from the monthly meeting of Horslydown, dated the 12th of the 7th month, 1711, was read. Isaac. Norris on behalf of George Walker of Virginia, Complains against Joshua Granger & Christopher Topham of a debt due from them to the said Walker. Twenty fifth of fifth month, 1712. Priscilla Parker widow of Richard Parker has sent in a Legacy of five pounds left by him to this meeting. Abel Preston requests a Certificate from this meeting, he intending to marry a friend of Shrewsbury monthly meeting. The friends appointed to make Enquiry concerning Maurice Lisle re¬ port that they hear a discourse of his courting a young woman in Ireland and having no Certificate from friends there, nor from Great Brittain, Early Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting . 73 nor parents Consent, therefore this meeting after due consideration of the matter, cannot consent to the passing of their marriage, untill he produces such Certificates for their satisfaction. A Certificate from Dublin in Ireland dated the 7th of 1st mo. 1711, in behalf of James Morris was read. Joseph Jacobs requests a Certificate from this meeting, he being about to remove to New England. Twenty ninth of Sixth month 1712. A Certificate on behalf of Peter Osburne & Judith his wife, and Chil¬ dren. Likewise for Thomas Nicholas & Mary his wife & children from Staffordshire in Great Brittain, were read, & recorded. A Certificate on behalf of our friend John Parmer from Colchester and other places was read & approved. Caleb Buffam of Salem in New England, having resided hereabouts in this County for sometime, being about now to return, desired a few lines by way of Certificate. Richard Hill on behalf of Richard Brown his Servant, moved at this meeting for a Certificate, being about to go to some part of the West Indies. Ebenezer Large having been dealt with concerning his being at a mar¬ riage of William Rakestraw jun’r contrary to our discipline, and being at a Bull baiting on Society hill, hath given a paper of Condemnation under his hand against himself. Whereas there hath been lately a disorderly marriage accomplished in this City, and our friend Elisabeth Webb being there, & concerned in it, and being desired to give satisfaction, and Endeavour to remove the Offence, she refused, and therefore, since she belongs to another monthly meeting, this meeting desires Anthony Morris, Griffith Owen, Samuel Preston & William Hudson to write a few lines to the meeting of Con¬ cord that they may labour with her that so she may Endeavour to remove the offence she hath given, by breaking in upon the discipline of the Truth, and sign the same on behalf of this meeting. Twenty sixth of Seventh monthf 1712. Two Certificates, one from the monthly meeting of Stafford on behalf of John Carpenter, and another on behalf of William Harvey from the monthly meeting of Worcester in Great Brittain were read. Thomas Bradford & Priscilla Parker declared their intentions of mar¬ riage with each other. It being the first time. Charles Broekden intending to alter his condition in relation to mar¬ riage, desires a Certificate to the monthly meeting at Middleton in the County of Bucks. Stephen Stapler desired a Certificate to his removal to Nottingham. Benjamin Chandley intends with his family to remove to Nottingham, and desires a Certificate. Anthony Morris & William Hudson are desired to see what condition a poor friend that came lately from England, whose name is John Car- 74 Early Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. penter, may be in necessity of, and help him out of the monthly meeting Stock, also to pay what charges is already due to the Widow Osborne for her attendance on him, and likewise the foresaid friends are desired to advise the said Widow (being a stranger) what they think may be for her good. Abraham Shotwell desires a Certificate in relation to marriage. Thirty-first of Eighth month 1712. Anthony Morris, on behalf of the persons appointed in the matter between Edward Shippen, David Lloyd, & Isaac Norris, report that by reason of the death of Edward Shippen there is little done in that affair, but his sons, who are his Executors, understanding the business is already depending in this meeting, are very willing it should be issued here, and in order thereunto Anthony Morris, Pente. Teague & John Goodsonn are appointed to Endeavour that satisfaction may be made them by the next monthly meeting, by the said David Lloyd & Isaac Norris, or Else the meeting must clear their hands of it, and have the young men, towit Edward Shippen and Joseph to take their course with them. Thomas Story produced a Salutation of Love from Edward Shippen deceased, wherein he hath taken his farewell of friends, and signifies to the meeting that he hath left a Legacy of One hundred and fifty pounds. One hundred pounds whereof (is for the use of the School lately granted by our Proprietor William Penn, and fifty pounds, residue thereof to such Charitable uses as the meeting shall think fit, or most conducing to the honour of the blessed Truth, which the meeting kindly accepts of. John Hart made application for a Certificate, being about to take a Voyage on his lawful occasions of merchandizing. Twenty ninth of Ninth month, 1712. Samuel Preston one of the Executors of John Vaughan deceased, re¬ port that the said John hath given for the use of the poor of this monthly meeting the sum of fifty pounds to be paid in one years time. Three Certificates, one from Bavington in the County of Wilts on be¬ half of Thomas Canon and his wife, and one from the monthly meeting of Limington in the County of Somerset for James Hurd, and one from Reading, in the County of Berks, on behalf of Thomas Speakman were all read. Thomas Griffith is appointed to let Mary Davis have Six pounds out of the meeting ’s Stock. James Hurd hath intentions to return to Great Brittain, and as he produced a Certificate to this meeting, so he desired he might have the like again with him. Thomas Speakman who came from Great Brittain, laid before this meeting his necessity of some money to Clear the Shipmaster from what he is indebted to him. And also Robert Finley to have forty shillings out of the meetings Stock. Early Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 75 Twenty sixth of Tenth month, 1713. A Certificate from the monthly meeting of New Castle in Brittain on behalf of James Watson was read. David Lloyd desired a Certificate for himself and wife, to the monthly meeting within whose Limits they are removed unto. Whereas there was a Legacy left to the publiek School belonging to friends of Philadelphia monthly meeting by Robert Wade of five pounds per annum, and it being mentioned to this meeting that the person whose Estate is liable to pay the said Legacy is desirous to purchase the same, the meeting having considered thereof, thinks it may not be to the disadvantage of friends, nor the school, if it be sold, therefore rec¬ ommends the matter to those friends particularly named in the School Charter to consider of the best & securest way to perfect the same. Thirtieth of Hleventh month, 1713. A Certificate on behalf of James Hadwin from Westmoreland was read. The friends appointed to Enquire concerning David Lloyd, report that they do not hear any thing in particular against his common conversa¬ tion, but that there are some things which friends are not well satisfied concerning, and in particular the Complaint Entred in this meeting by Humphrey Murray long since, and not Ended, and some thing on account of the reports concerning the Germans lands, and therefore the meeting desires these things may be further considered before any Certificate be granted him. Richard Whitten & Elisabeth Jylife declared their intentions of mar¬ riage with each other. The young man bringing with him a Certificate from Abington monthly meeting, and it being the first time. The Widow Hallwell sends to this meeting a Complaint against David Brientnall. John Jones complains against Thomas Pryor that he with-holds from him money that he owes him, and hath owed it him a great while, and after having given him gospel order, desires friends would appoint some to Enquire into the matter. Ralph Jacson hath brought in a bill for the work done for the monthly meeting. John Parker hath likewise brought in his bill for his years Salary. Jeremiah Allen, that is gone to Jamaica, requests a Certificate. Twenty seventh of Twelfth month, 1712. Paul Preston & Elisabeth Gilbert declared intentioins of marriage, and it being the first time, Isaac Norris is desired to advise and assist the woman, being a widow, that she may settle what she thinks fit upon her children before marriage. Nathaniel Allen & Hannah Web declared their intentions of marriage, the young man’s father being present and consenting. The Widow Hallwell complains against John Harper as she before had done last meeting against David Brientnall, they both being bound unto her for money that hath been long due to her. GENEALOGICAL S 0 C I Et 76 Early Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting . Samuel Cobb requests a Certificate to the falls meeting in the County of Bucks, in order to marriage. John Richard requests the assistance of friends. . Twenty seventh of first month, 1713 Two Certificates from Waterford in Ireland, on behalf of William Moore, and Joshua Baker, were read. Paul Preston & Elisabeth Gilbert declared intentions of marriage. It being the second time, Isaac Norris is continued in the matter of re¬ lating to the settlement of something upon the said Elisabeth ’s Child, according as she may be inclined to do before her marriage. Samuel Jones intends to remove to Chester for the better accommoda¬ tion of his trade, and desires a Certificate. Robert Burrow desires this meeting will lend him to the value of Twenty two pounds to answer his necessity for the paying some debts, which the people are very urgent upon him for, and he hopes to answer it again before the next meeting. There being some rooms in the house that was left by John Martin, Richard Townsend wanting a place, friends are willing he shall have room there, upon a rent. Twenty fifth of Second month, 1713. Nicholas Pile & Ann Webb declared their intentions of marriage, it being the second time and he producing a satisfactory Certificate from the monthly meeting he belongs unto. Richard Parks & Susannah Carlton declared their intentions of mar¬ riage, it being the first time, and he producing a Certificate from a meet¬ ing in Lancashire. John Michenor having been in great necessity, and Thomas Griffith having lent him £1 : 12. with the Concurrence of some friends, This meet¬ ing Condescends to allow it thereof. Twenty ninth of Third month, 1713. A Certificate to this meeting on behalf of Samuel Jones was read. Richard Parks & Susannah Carlton declared intentions of marriage. It being the second time. Thomas Wilson & Elisabeth Trafford declared intentions of marriage, it being the second time, and the young man having no parents, but the young womans father being present, gives his Consent thereunto. Joseph Loe & Elisabeth Taylor declared intentions of marriage. It being the second time, and the young man bringing to this meeting a Certificate from Newtown monthly meeting in Jersey. Three Certificates on behalf of Elisabeth Whartnaby, Sarah Lee, and Robert Lodge & his wife from Great Brittain, were all read. Andrew Godfrey intends to go down to Salem to follow his trade of Combing Wool!, and desires a Certificate of his Conversation and Clear¬ ness in relation to marriage. William Rakestraw appeared, and acknowledged that he had broke the Early Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 77 discipline of the Church in Exposing Thomas Story contrary thereunto, and likewise in relation to his sons marriage contrary to the good order Established amongst friends, and therefore Condemns these things be¬ fore the meeting to their satisfaction so far as relates to what have been above mentioned. There being a difference between Daniel Standish & Christopher Blackbourn laid before this meeting, in order to have it Ended, they have made choice of Thomas Griffith and William Hudson. A letter from one John Jawart a German in Maryland was sent to this meeting setting forth the Injury he and the German Company hath sustained, wherein he blames David Lloyd as chief Instrument therein, which was read. Twenty sixth of fourth month 1713. Edward Shippen being not yet returned from Boston, the business concerning his fathers Legacy is still continued. William Moore & Martha Knight declared intentions of marriage. It being the first time, and they both being but newly come amongst us. The minute relating to David Lloyd, and the letter sent to this meeting by John Jawart being under consideration, and David still continuing his request for a Certificate, the sence of this meeting is, that David Lloyd should appear at our monthly meeting to give them satisfaction in relation to the Complaint of Daniel Pastorias, and John Jawart, the meeting being informed that the Controversy between Humphrey Murray and the said David is Ended. William Southeby on behalf of the Widow Gilbert desires the meeting will assist her in appointing some friends to treat with Joseph Gilbert her late husband ’s Executor, that so she may be assisted with what of right belongs to her for her necessity out of her husband ’s Estate, if anything there to be had. Two Certificates, one on behalf of Robert and Mary Hind, & another on behalf of William Clifton and wife, both of them from Horslydown meeting in Southwark, were read. Twenty first of fifth month 1713. Certificates from Great Brittain on behalf of John Chambers & family, John & David Davis, John Owen, Richard Lewis & his wife & sons were read, and likewise one from Abington on behalf of Richard Townsend & wife. John Zelley & Margaret Howell declared intentions of marriage, it being the second time, and his mother being present and giving an account that he was clear from all others on account of marriage as far as she knew. Joseph Cooper Jun’r & Mary Hudson declared intentions of marriage. It being the first time, and parents on both sides being present. Friends appointed to Enquire concerning William Moore & Martha Knight, Report that the said Martha having no Certificate, she was per¬ suaded to stay untill she might have one, which she willingly consented to. 78 Early Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. The friends appointed to Enquire into the Estate of John Gilbert de¬ ceased, to see what there may be had towards the assistance of his widow, Report they have met with his Executor Joseph Gilbert, and upon Enquiry & perusal of his accounts, that there is nothing to be had for her, at present. David Lloyd according to this meetings desire, gave his account in writing how far he has been concerned in the proceedings against the German Company’s lands, as followeth. Viz: “that Falkener one of the said Company’s Agents came with John Henry Sprogel, to advise how the said Sprogel could have a title to the said Lands, which he had pur¬ chased, and the said Falkener produced certain powers from several of the said Company, which the said David Lloyd conceived were not so Effectual to make the said title, without the help of the Court of Com¬ mon Pleas, they said they have applied to Council who were of the same opinion, but desired that David Lloyd would draw up the record therein, which he did, but before he would proceed, he went to Court and saw the said Falkener prove his account upon Oath, and saw also a letter, which he verily believed was Benjamin Furleys writing, purporting that the said Falkener must not expect to be paid his demands against the said Company without he sold so much Land as would do it. Also that Sprogell shewed the said David Lloyd a paper in Dutch or German which as he recorded it in English did import an agreement of some of the said Company to sell him their lands here for a Certain Sum of about the same Value, he was to give the said Falkener for it, and that he the said David Lloyd conceived the said intended purchase to be upon a Val¬ uable Consideration, and that he knew not, nor was ever privy to any manner of fraud in the said purchase directly or indirectly. Twenth-eighth of Sixth month, 1713. The relation that David Lloyd gave last monthly meeting, being under consideration, concerning conveying the Germans Lands, being again read. Daniel Pastorius being present, desired that the further considera¬ tion thereof may be continued untill there may be an opportunity for some friends to hear him and David Lloyd together. Emanuel Daugworth & Elisabeth Bringhurst declared intentions of marriage, it being the second time, and he producing a Certificate of hie fathers free Consent. Joseph Cooper, Jun’r & Mary Hudson declared intentions of marriage. It being the second time, and he producing a Certificate from the monthly meeting of Newtown where he belongs. A Certificate on behalf of Hugh Clifton from Wellingborow in North amptonshire was read. Samuel Lad being present, requested a Certificate of his clearness in relation to marriage, Intending to marry a Young woman belonging to Newtown monthly meeting in Jersey. There being a motion made for the assistance of Thomas Cannon to lend him something in order for carrying on his trade of Candlemaking, and there being money in the hands of John Watson, &c &c. Early Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 79 Twenty-fifth of Seventh month, 1713. William Rakeetraw appeared, and refused to Comply with the deter¬ mination of the several monthly meetings past, the substance whereof he owned, and consented unto, and promised to perform, and therefore for his refusing, The senee of this meeting is that we cannot Esteem him a member of our monthly meeting untill he gives satisfaction to the said meeting, for what he hath done amiss. The matter relating to David Lloyd is continued, by reason of his sickness. William Pasmore appeared, to know the mind of friends, concerning the passing of his marriage, who gave him this answer, that they have had due consideration of the matter, but cannot give way to permit his marriage to pass amongst us, for want of a Certificate from friends in England, and did also advise that he would send thither, and Endeavour to obtain one, for the satisfaction of friends here, or elsewhere, accord¬ ing as he may have occasion. John Nailer & Mary Greenup declared their intentions of marriage, the said John producing a Certificate from Radnor monthly meeting, and also his father being present, gives his consent. George Coates & Grace Sneed declared intentions of marriage. It being the first time, the young man’s mother being present, gives her consent. John Oxley laid before this meeting that it hath been upon his mind to visit friends in Barbadoes, and desired a Certificate. Thirtieth of Eighth month, 1713. The friends appointed to hear David Lloyd & Daniel Pastorias, five of them met & heard what they had to say, and upon the whole matter they Report themselves not fully satisfied, therefore those friends that were absent, and the friend before appointed at the last hearing with the assistance of Samuel Preston, or any six of them, are yet desired to labour further with David Lloyd, and Endeavour to convince him that there is a fraud in the recovering of the said Germans lands, whether he was then apprized of it or not. The friends appointed to speak with John Watson to let him know that the meeting Expects the money they lent him, to help another poor friend, his time being Expired, but they report his condition is such that he cannot pay it before next spring, the same friends are still continued untill it be perfected. Thomas Nixon and Magdalen Bellows declared intentions of marriage. It being the second time, and he producing a Certificate from the monthly meeting he belongs to, and also report is made that things are settled on account of her Children. Samuel Hanson & Joan Townsend declared intentions of marriage. It being the first time, the said Samuel is desired to bring a Certificate from the monthly meeting he belongs unto, and also something to signify his mothers Consent. ' «0 Early Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. Humphry Murray sent a letter to this meeting, complaining that David Lloy[d] neglects to pay him the money that was awarded, which he says is £113: 4: 6. Twenty-seventh of Ninth month 1713. Application being made on behalf of the Widow Ducket in Great Brit¬ tain concerning a Legacy left her by her brother Thomas Ducket, de¬ ceased. The matter relating to David Lloyd concerning the Germans Lands being discoursed at this meeting. David Lloyd being here, upon the whole, It lyes thus at present, that David Lloyd doth still say, and also by a paper under his hand to the same purpose, that he was not conscious of any fraud therein, but if any hath taken offence at him concerning it, he is sorry for it, and that if it should hereafter appear to be so, he will Endeavour to discourage it as much as in him lies, however it seems to the meeting, to be that which is not of a good report, and therefore de¬ sires David Lloyd that he may forbear to have anything further to do towards strengthening the parties concerned therein, and as to the matter relating to Humphry Murray, David says that if he cannot pro¬ cure money to pay him between this and the next monthly meeting, he will enter into new bonds according to the award given him, and David Lloyd still continuing to request a Certificate. Nathan Stanbury complains against John Jones that he will not render an account of James Fox’s Estate in his hands, through his means Edw.’d Scull likewise complains against Nathan Stanbury. John Jones being sent for, came, and they made choice of, Anthony Morris, Isaac Norris & Thomas Masters to End the difference, unto whose arbitrations they are to submit, and Enter into Bonds to perform. Thomas Barnes complains against Thomas Broadgate that he owes him money, and he cannot get it of him. Richard Hill complains against Samuel Taylor that he is indebted to him, money on Bond. Twenth-fifth of Tenth month, 1713. A Certificate on behalf of David Lloyd & Wife was read and signed. Samuel Preston having been desired by the last, and several monthly meetings to receive of Edward & Joseph Shippen the Legacy due to friends by their fathers will, having Endeavoured with them, their An¬ swer is that money they cannot get in, but are willing to assign over Bonds to the Value. George Mifflin & Esther Cordery declared intentions of marriage, and the parents on both sides being present, give their consent. Joseph Wait & Martha Biles declared intentions of marriage, the young mans mother being present, gives her Consent, and it being the first time. Anthony Morris & Thomas Griffith are appointed to assist the said Martha Biles, being a widow, to settle things in relation to her Children. Early Minutes of Philadelphia, Monthly Meeting. 81 Richard Parks upon his removal from hence to the County of Chester, Requests a Certificate for himself & wife. The business of Thomas Fairman being again called upon, Isaac Norris reports that he Condescends to make friends easy in the matter, and that he hath lodged a Bond in a certain mans hands for the payment of it, and therefore the friends to whom the Bond was given, are desired to pursue the matter untill they have gotten the money, and that upon his payment thereof William Hudson & Samuel Richardson or any two named in this Bond may give sufficient discharges on behalf of friends. William Reall desires friends would appoint somebody to deal with Joshua Granger to make the said Wm. Reall satisfaction. A Certificate from West River Monthly meeting in Maryland, on behalf of Mordecai Moore & Deborah his wife was read & approved. Twenty-ninth of Eleventh month, 1713. Certificates on behalf of Richard Sunby & Mercy Pearce from the two weeks meeting in London, were read & accepted. The friends appointed in relation to the ground of Pente : Teague adjoyning to our Bank meeting house. Report that things are fully agreed on, and the Conveyances are making, and it is agreed that the same names which are in the other Deed of the meeting house ground may be Inserted in this also. Samuel Hanson & Joan Townsend appeared at this meeting, & signified intentions of marriage. It being the second time, and he producing a satisfactory Certificate from the monthly meeting of Abington. Whereas it was mentioned at the last monthly meeting that ther had been a disorderly marriage of William Pasmore & Ann Smith which ap¬ peared at our fifth days meeting, contrary to the discipline of truth, therefore the sence of this meeting is, that all such practises are condemnable, and that none may attempt to offer any such abuses upon our religious Society, which if they do, it is the further sence of this meeting that both persons so presuming to do, and also those professing the Truth that sign as witnesses should be forthwith dealt withal, and pro¬ ceeded against as disorderly persons. Samuel Carpenter being removed to Bristol in the County of Bucks for some time, desires a Certificate from this meeting, untill he can there settle his affairs. Gilbert Faulkener since his removal to New Castle moves to this meet¬ ing for a Certificate. Edwin Williams lays before this meeting, that there is a difference between him and Samuel Burden. Twenty-sixth of Twelfth month, 1713. A Certificate on behalf of Robert Eastbourn, his wife and children, from Brighton monthly meeting, in Yorkshire, was read. A Certificate to Concord monthly meeting, on behalf of Richard Parks and his wife, was read, approved and Signed. 82 Early Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. Thomas Chalkley & Martha Brown declared intentions of marriage. It being the first time, Griffith Owen & Bichard Hill are appointed to En¬ deavour to settle the Widow’s Estate, what she is willing to give her children, if anything more than what their father left them. John Durborow complains that two actions of law are Entered against him and his brother Edward Pleadwell, by Ralph Jackson & Bandal Spikeman, contrary to the discipline of truth, they having offered and still doth to stand to the Judgment of friends according to our Estab¬ lished discipline, therefore it is agreed that they withdraw their Actions, and Endeavour to make a friendly End of their differences. Twenty-sixth of first month 1714. A Certificate from the two weeks meeting in London, on behalf of Joseph Buckley was read, he being upon departing the province, desires a Certificate of this meeting. The request of Thomas Makin in relation to teaching a School in the other End of the School house being further considered, friends thinks it will not be convenient to have two boys Schools so near one another. Thomas Chalkley & Martha Brown declared intentions of marriage. It being the second time, and the said Thomas producing a Certificate from several places in his Travels of his clearness in relation to marriage. Edward Roberts & Mercy Hoskins declared intentions of marriage, it being the second time. Bichard Smith & Anna Marshall declared their intentions of marriage, it being the second time and he producing a Certificate from the monthly meeting of Burlington. George Fitzwater & Samuel Peres complains against Nathaniel Pool that he refuses to do them Justice. Arthur Sawyer & Elisabeth Test signified intentions of marriage, it being the second time, and after Enquiry made, things not appearing altogether so well as could be desired of his former concerns, although nothing appears but he is clear from all persons in relation to marriage, his wife being deceased since he came into these parts, therefore the meeting condescends to suffer them to take one another after the good order practised among us. John Lancaster & Sarah Brientnall declared intentions of marriage. It being the first time and the young man bringing a satisfactory Certifi¬ cate, and the young womans parents being present, giving their consent, William Forrest & Caleb Jacobs are appointed to Enquire concerning him since he lived in these parts. Stephen Jackson laid before this meeting that he intends for Great Brittain and desires a Certificate. John Mifflin on behalf of his Son Edward informs this meeting that he intends to take a wife in Virginia, and desires a Certificate. There being a difference depending between Bandal Spakeman, Ralph Jackson, John DerboTow and Edward Pleadwell made mention of again at this meeting. Early Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 83 Thirtieth of second month 1714. The Examination of the Account relating to the Estate of Thomas Ducketh being left to Richard Hill, Anthony Morris & Pente: Teague, is not done, the persons having been all of them indisposed in body, and therefore they are continued to get it done against next monthly meeting. A Certificate from Abington meeting, on behalf of Samuel Richardson, was read and approved. Abraham Coxe & Martha Nicholas declared intentions of marriage, it being the second time. James Morris intending to return to Ireland, and having sometime since produced a Certificate that he brought from thence, desires one likewise from hence. A Certificate on behalf of Samuel Stretch from the monthly meeting of Stafford of Great Brittain was read, he having some intention of re¬ moving into Maryland to follow his trade there, desired a Certificate concerning his behaviour during his abode amongst us. James Cooper intends for New England upon his lawful occasions, and desires a Certificate. A paper from Joseph Richards condemning his marrying by the Priest, and declaring his trouble for giving such occasion of offence, acknowledg¬ ing friends Love and care for his welfare and restoration, was read. Twenty Eighth of Third month 1714. The friends appointed to Examine the acc’t of the Estate of Thomas Duckett, have done, and brought it into this meeting, which is delivered to Isaac Norris to take a copy of it, in order to send into Great Brittain for friends satisfaction there, who have wrote concerning it, the foresaid friends are desired to Enquire what is become of the ballance of the said amount. Samuel Preston offers to pay Twenty five pounds, being part of the Legacy left by John Vaughan which Thomas Griffith is desired to receive, and give a discharge for, on behalf of this meeting. Christopher Thomson complains that Caleb Ranstead Oweth him money, and acknowledgeth the debt. Joshua Granger intends for Europe, and desires a Certificate. Nathaniel Griffith intending to take a Voyage to Sea, desired a Cer¬ tificate. Twenty-fifth of fourth month, 1714. Nicholas Hitchcock & Elisabeth Massey declared their intentions of marriage. It being the second time. Whereas in that settlement that was made of the Estate of J’n Martin formerly, the Trustees being all deceased but Anthony Morris, therefore the meeting agrees that Anthony Morris make over the said trust to Wil¬ liam Hudson, John Warder & Anthony Morris, Jun ’r for the uses and service therein intended. Nathaniel Pool & Ann Till declared their intentions of marriage, it 84 Early Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. being the first time, Pentecoast Teague & John Warder are appointed to see some settlement made on behalf of the said Ann Till’s child by her former husband. William Harvey & Judith Osborn declared intentions of marriage, it being the first time, Richard Armitt and Arthur Holton are appointed to Enquire if there be anything for her children. Anthony Morris & Richard Hill are desired to write to friends at Barbadoes, and Inclose the Certificate on behalf of Sarah Lee, and desire them to show it to Joseph Webb therein concerned, and use their En¬ deavours to make him sensible of the Evil he hath done, and also to put them in remembrance of what was formerly recommended to them, from this meeting, that they should receive none as friends from these parts unless they have Certificates from the monthly meetings they have be¬ longed to. John Salkeld brought a Complaint to this meeting, against the Exec¬ utors of James Kite. There having been a difference between William Green & Josh’a Granger who was indebted to the said Green, and before he brought the matter to this meeting, the s’d Wm. Green contrary to the Discipline practised amongst us, sued the said Joshua at law, and therefore the meeting agrees that he shall withdraw the action. Richard Lewis having a settlement at Germantown, desires a Certifi¬ cate on behalf of himself Wife & Son. Thirtieth of fifth month 1714. Several Certificates were read and accepted, towit: One from Hartshaw monthly meeting in Lancashire, on behalf of John Wright & Pa¬ tience his wife, and their children. And one from Newtown in the County of Chester, on behalf of William Clare, his wife and family, & something in particular relating to his wife’s testimony, and their re¬ ception of it. Likewise one from Nailsworth in Gloucestershire, on be¬ half of Sansom Cary coming over hither with his wife. Edward Pilkinton & Mary Webb declared intentions of marriage, it being the second time, and they being desirous to accomplish their mar¬ riage at Concord. Benjamin Bryan & Mary Clifton declared intentions of marriage, the parents of both being present, Gives their consent. Lawrence Growden desired a Certificate might be sent after him, he being gone for England. Thomas Griffith moves, on behalf of William Dunn for a Certificate. Twenty-seventh of Sixth month, 1714. Benjamin Bryan & Mary Clifton declared their intentions of marriage, it being the second time, and the young man produced a Certificate from Burlington signed by Thomas Scattergood, Clerk of the said meeting. Dennis Rochford, a young man who was a friends son, and put out by friends of this meeting, being now out of his time, and setting up his Early Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 85 trade of a potter, being in want of some assistance, being lame, and cannot well carry on his trade without some help. Three Certificates, One for Lawrence Growden to be sent after him to Great Brittain. One for William Dun to go to the falls monthly meeting and one for Bichard Lewis and his family to Abington monthly meeting were read, approved & signed. Twenty-fourth of Seventh month, 1714. John Hudson & Abilgail Stretton declared intentions of marriage, the young mans parents being present, gave their consent, it being the first time. George Claypoole laid before this meeting his intention of taking a Voyage to the West Indies, and requested a Certificate. Twenty-ninth of Eighth month, 1714. Isaac Warner & Mary Salway declared intentions of marriage, it being the second tine, and the young man producing in writing his mothers Consent. James Logan & Sarah Read declared intentions of marriage, the said James also produced a satisfactory Certificate of his conversation and clearness in relation to marriage during his abode in Great Brittain, it being the first time. Whereas 30/ was formerly lent to William Bracken, he being now able to repay the same, therefore Anthony Morris & Wm. Hudson are ap¬ pointed to write to him, that he might return the money again, for the use of other poor friends. William Green appeared at this meeting and signified his intention of returning to Europe, and requested a Certificate. Whereas Paul Saunders having divers small children, requested assist¬ ance from friends, he having not yet produced a Certificate which when he doth to the view of Anthony Morris & Wm. Hudson they are then appointed to assist him, if they can. A Certificate on behalf of Isaac Barton & his wife from the nation of Ireland was read. Twenty-sixth of Ninth month, 1714. There being application made concerning the Estate of Robert Borrow, deceased, and Deborah his Widow, in order to assist her with Advice, and Enquire into the condition of what he owed, and what there is to pay, and give her council accordingly. A Certificate on behalf of Henry Miller & his wife from Minehead monthly meeting was read & approved. Hugh Lowden complains against Benjamin Parman, having given him Gospel order. Peter Stretch lays before this meeting that his son Daniel is removed into Salem County, in West Jersey, and desires a Certificate. 86 Early Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. Thirty-first of Tenth month 1714. Andrew Hamilton lays before this meeting that there is a difference depending between him and Pente: Teague, a member of our meeting, and desires that it may be Enquired into by us. Daniel Walton jun ’r & Elisabeth Clifton declared their intentions of marriage, the parents of both being present and gave their Consent, it being the first time, and the young man producing a Certificate from the monthly meeting of Abington. It being proposed to this meeting that Thomas Nicholas & his wife who are gone into the County of Chester, desires a Certificate. The account desired to be brought in by William Hudson & Anthony Morris concerning the Widow Worreloe’s Estate, was brought in, and it appears by their Aeco’t that they have paid by approbation of this meeting with some small matters to some poor friends, One hundred thirty seven pounds, 6/8. £85 wheTeof on account of the building of the meeting house wall, &c. &c. Twenty Eighth of Eleventh month 1714. It being recommended from the Quarterly Meeting, that it be laid be¬ fore our meeting to consider of the assistance they are willing to give towards the help of Byberry friends to the building a new meeting house for the service of Truth. In order thereto, the meeting agrees that a subscription may be begun for the aforesaid service, and it is desired it may not be less than fifty pounds, but as much more as friends are free. A Certificate on behalf of Francis Erott from Ireland was read, and agreed to be recorded. Dennis Rochford & Elisabeth Hudson declared their intentions of mar¬ riage, it being the second time. A request at this meeting from .Tames & Mary Barrot was read, desir¬ ing a Certificate to Springfield meeting. Francis Knowles & Sarah Lee declared intentions of marriage, it being the first time, and the young mans parents being present and Consenting. John Owen & Jane Harriott declared intentions of marriage, the par¬ ents of both parties being present & consenting. It being the first time. John Dillwyn & Mercy Pears declared intentions of marriage. It being the first time, the young mans mother being present & consenting. Samuel Massey lays before this meeting that there is a difference be¬ tween him & Joseph Growden who it is reported hath had Gospel order. Richard Townsend lays before this meeting that it is in his mind to visit friends in Maryland & Virginia, & desires a Certificate. Twnty-fifth of Twelfth month 1714. The minutes of this meeting that Isaac Norris & Antho’ Morris were appointed to get Corrected & Engrossed for the last seven years, are per¬ fected to this time, the charge whereof amounts to four pounds, which Thomas Griffith is appointed to pay, when there is money in Stock. Samuel Stretch & Agnes Warder declared their intentions of marriag ■, if being the second time. Early Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 87 Ebenezer Large desires the meeting will grant him some of the Lot on ground rent, Adjoining to his new building. 25th of First Month, 1715. A Certificate from Abington Meeting on behalf of Jacob Shoemaker and his wife and children, was read and Accepted. Application was made to this meeting on behalf of Isaac Barton & his wife, that they would certifie to the Monthly Meeting of Chester concern¬ ing their behaviour. A Certificate from Minehead Monthly Meeting in Great Brittain on behalf of John Bavis was read And according to his request, upon his going away on his voyage John Goodson and Anthony Morris are appointed to Enquire concerning him. Robert Lodge being upon removing into the country desires a Cer¬ ... tificate. 29th of Second Month, 1715. John Hudson & Abigail Skelton signified their intentions of marriage, it being the second time. Francis Harding and Elisabeth Jackson declared intentions of mar¬ riage, it being the first time, and their parents being both present, and consenting. It being moved to this meeting on behalf of John Mitchener, who is gone into the country to dwell, that he desires a Certificate. 27th of Third Month 1715. Samuel Taylor that has gone to live at Duckcreek moves to this meet¬ ing for a Certificate. Two Certificates, one on behalf of Robert Lodge and his wife, and an¬ other on behalf of John Mitchener and his wife, were Read, approved and signed. 24th. of 4th. Month, 1715. William Harvey desires he may have a Certificate for himself and wife, being gone into the country to dwell. A difference between John Widdowfield and Sampson Casey laid before this meeting. Christopher Blackbourne complains that Thomas Makin oweth Eim money. John Oxley produced a Certificate from the monthly meeting of Bridgtown in Barbadoes, and also laid before this meeting that he had busi¬ ness of concern in Great Brittain, and desired our Certificate. 29th of 5th Month, 1715. Anthony Morris jun’r brought into this meeting five pounds, which Arthur Holton left to John Goodsonn and Anthony Morris, the Elder for the use of the poor of this meeting. (To be continued.) ...