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BIOGRAPHY: TOWN BOOK OF OLD MIDDLETOWN, N.J.; ; Sanford, N.C., Microfilming Corp of America, 1983, originally pub 18--; Pg 32-33; Family History Library Fiche 6046401; NOTES: In 1718 Benjamin Borden, then of Auchweas, Burlington, N.J. conveyed land in Monmouth Co.
WILL: dated 23Dec1727, proved 22Feb1730/1 - N.J. Calendar of Wills, Vol 23,p.46.
REF: George Braden Roberts, GENEALOGY OF JOSEPH PECK & SOME RELATED FAMILIES; ; State College, PA. 1955; ; Family History Library Book 929.273 P334r, Fiche 6049146; NOTES: In the will mention is made of children: Richard, Innocent, Joseph, Phoebe, Rebecca, Mary, Hellen, Ann.
BIOGRAPHY: Ralph & Mildred Branson Wandling, ANCESTORS AND DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS & REBECCA BORDEN BRANSON; 1380-1950; 53 pages quoting research by John A Kelly of Haverford College, Penn, pub 190-, filmed by Genealogical Society of Utah, 1976; ; LDS Family History Library Film 0928077, item 11; NOTES: lived in Freehold Twp, Burlington Co, NJ.
BIOGRAPHY: Family History Records; ; compiled by Michael S. Cole, [HYPERLINK http://www.thecolefamily.com/hobby/ahnentafel.htm#ahnentafel ] ; ; copy dated 26 Jan 1994 sent to T Mason; INFO from: Patricia Dratz, Des Moines, IA, Lester Merklin, Olympia, WA, Anna Burr, Bordentown, NJ.
REFERENCE: William Nelson, New Jersey biographical and genealogical notes from the volumes of the New Jersey archives, with additions and supplements; Originally published: Newark, [new Jersey] : New Jersey Historical Society, 1916. FHL US/CAN Film 16508. "3. Benjamin Borden married Abigail Grover (dau. of James Grover, senior, Of Middletown), Sept. 22, 1870; ..."
Page 44: "iii. James, b. Sept. 6, 1677; m. Mary ----. The will of James Borden, of Freehold township, Monmouth county, is dated Dec. 23, 1727, and was proved Feb. 22, 1730/31. His personal estate was inventoried at £115, 16, 10."
Page 45. "7. James b. Sept 6, 1677; m. Mary ----. In his will he names chldren: Richard, Innocent, Joseph, Phebe, Rebeckah, Abigaill, Mary, Hellen, Ann.
Was a quakeress.
WILL-CHILDREN-BIOGRAPHY: Ralph & Mildred Branson Wandling, ANCESTORS AND DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS & REBECCA BORDEN BRANSON; 1380-1950; 53 pages quoting research by John A Kelly of Haverford College, Penn, pub 190-, filmed by Genealogical Society of Utah, 1976; ; LDS Family History Library Film 0928077, item 11; NOTES: Will dated 5 Apr 1751, proved in Burlington Co on 4 May 1751. In Freehold 1728. In Chester Twp, Burlington Co. N.J. 1739 & Evesham in 1750. Children named in will. From New Jersey Archives, VII, 542, 547: XI, 580,: XIV, 505.
CHILDREN-CONFLICT: Carile Santos, Richard Borden of Portsmouth RI,"Your Ancestors, a national magazine of Genealogy and family history"; 1635-1838; Buffalo NY by Harry Ferris Johnston 1947-1959; Part 14; LDS Family History Library Film 1597740 Item 14; NOTE: children Francis & Thomas are incorrectly listed in this source.
BIOGRAPHY: Family History Records; ; compiled by Michael S. Cole, [HYPERLINK http://www.thecolefamily.com/hobby/ahnentafel.htm#ahnentafel ] ; ; copy dated 26 Jan 1994 sent to T Mason; NOTES: Austin's Gen Dict of Rhode Island," p 24. Johnston's "Rich Borden & Desc," p 3. RESEARCHER: Una Bowman, Oneida, IL.
RESEARCHER-BIOGRAPHY: Information provided to T.Mason on 1Dec2001 by Una A. Bowman. As the oldest son Richard was heir to Benjamin (b.1649) Borden's property. Within a few days, on 11 June 1728, a quit claims deed from Richard Borden (b.1672) was given to Jonathan (b. 1690). "I Richard of Freehold in the County of Monmouth and eastern division of New Jersey... for in consideration of the sum of five shillings, as well as the affection that I bear unto Jonathan Borden of the same place my brother have given and released ... unto my brother Jonathan his heirs and assigns forever all that right or purchase of land that my father Benjamin Borden made of John Phenix for land in the County of Salem in the Province of New Jersey (NOTE: I've found no record of that purchase. UAB) and also all the upland and meadows that my father had at his death at a place called the south Meadow in said township of Freehold (NOTE: 7 October 1696 Deed. John Hamton of Freehold to Benjamin Borden for "that tract on Burlington Path and that Meadow called the south Meadow"... (NJ Archives XXI. Page 297) and also, the Tract of land Meadow lying at Barnegat in the County of Monmouth." (NOTE: Benjamin Burden from the Proprietors of East New Jersey, on 1 May 1695, this for 200 acres at Crosswick and 30 acres at Barnegat, New Jersey. (NJD E:377)
In 1739 Benjamin Allen, William Sharp, Jonathan Borden and Richard Borden served as witnesses on an inquest in Chester Township. (New Jersey Colonial Documents Newspaper Extracts 1739 Pages 579-580.)
This quit claim was sealed and delivered in the presence of Elizabeth Lawrence and Robert Lawrence on the 24th of February 1732. Richard Borden then acknowledged he signed, sealed, and delivered the deed. (WJD AC:305-306) Forty three years later in 1771 the deed was recorded.
Richard Borden's will entrusted, his son, James (b. 1702) with the care of Richard's brother Samuel (b. 1696).
BIOGRAPHY: Family History Records; ; compiled by Michael S. Cole, [HYPERLINK http://www.thecolefamily.com/hobby/ahnentafel.htm#ahnentafel ] ; ; copy dated 26 Jan 1994 sent to T Mason; RESEARCHERS: Anna Burr, Bordentown, NJ & Una Bowman, Oneida, IL.
REF: George Braden Roberts, GENEALOGY OF JOSEPH PECK & SOME RELATED FAMILIES; ; State College, PA. 1955; ; Family History Library Book 929.273 P334r, Fiche 6049146; NOTES: Refers to Hist. & General Miscellany by Stillwell, pp 246-278, Vol. 4, Grovers of Monmouth Co, N.J. James-the founder of Monmouth Co. families. Little known of him before coming to village of Gravesend, Long Island, New York. On Feb 20 or Nov 12, 1646 he was granted a house, lot, and 20 acres. In 1655 he was sent by the English colonists of Long Island on a mission to Cromwell. He proclaimed allegance to England and repudiated the Dutch government. Was charged with treason but escaped. (Story told of his acts of allegance to England.) In 1666-7 sold farm in Gravesend and went to Middletown, East Jersey. Was deputed to survey the land to be laid out in lots. In 1668 was town clerk. In 1669 gained agreement with town to operate a flour mill. Founder of Baptist church of Middletown. 1673 erected mill at Staten Island. 8 Aug 1674 chosen as commissioner to consult upon terms of surrender with Dutch at Fort Orange. 1672-commission granted to be Lieutenant of foot company in Middletown. 12 Mar 1677 - Justice of Peace at Shrewsbury court. Held 1072+ acres of lands. His will was dated 1 Dec 1685 & proved 28 Jan 1685/6. (Full text shown). Ref: Liber I, p.68, East Jersey Deeds.
BIOGRAPHY: Ralph & Mildred Branson Wandling, ANCESTORS AND DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS & REBECCA BORDEN BRANSON; 1380-1950; 53 pages quoting research by John A Kelly of Haverford College, Penn, pub 190-, filmed by Genealogical Society of Utah, 1976; p 40; LDS Family History Library Film 0928077, item 11; NOTE: Political and land activities discussed at length in source. Moved to Gravesend, LI from New England before 20 Feb 1646. Lieutendant, First Company of Militia in NJ 1 Dec 1663. Grover became town corn miller when purchased mill 23 Dec 1669. First town clerk of Middletown and held position in 1672. Burgess for Middletown in First General Assembly 1668. Deputy to treat with Admirals and Commanders of Fleet belonging to States-General 1673. Justice of Peace at Shrewsbury 6 Sep 1676. One of the Twelve Monmouth patentees, built the first iron works in Tinton Falls, New Jersey. He was one of Massachusetts Bay Baptists persecuted and banished from that colony on account of their religion.
MARRIAGE-RESEARCH-QUESTION: Family History Records; ; compiled by Michael S. Cole; ; copy dated 26 Jan 1994 sent to T Mason; NOTES: lists marriage to Rebecca in 1638 in England. This would mean she married when age 10.
Catharine F.B. Mason's notes indicate that S.B. & Mollie had one son who died.
CONFLICT: Howard Yeiser indicates spouse was Mary Bogie.
SOURCE: Daughters of the American Revolution, Lineage Books (DAR, Ancestry.com), Vol. 104, page 133.
She was Benjamin Borden's 1st. cousin. Zeruiah's mother was Hannah, who was a sister of Abigail Grover. Abigail was the wife of Benjamin Borden Sr. and the mother of Fairfax Ben.
PERSECUTION: Ralph & Mildred Branson Wandling, ANCESTORS AND DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS & REBECCA BORDEN BRANSON; 1380-1950; 53 pages quoting research by John A Kelly of Haverford College, Penn, pub 190-, filmed by Genealogical Society of Utah, 1976; p 49; LDS Family History Library Film 0928077, item 11; NOTES: on May 7, 1746, the Grand Jury of Frederick County presented Zeruiah Borden, Deborah Borden and Mercy Fernley for speaking several prophane, scandalous, and contemptible words against the holy order of baptism.
BIOGRAPHY: Family History Records; ; compiled by Michael S. Cole, [HYPERLINK http://www.thecolefamily.com/hobby/ahnentafel.htm#ahnentafel ] ; ; copy dated 26 Jan 1994 sent to T Mason; NOTES: Indicates she remarried 1746/8 to Joseph Wright. (1748 Prince Wm Co, VA Deed Book L, p 92-94). (Shenandoah Valley Pioneers...," p 411). Info from Una Bowman, Oneida, IL.
REF: George Braden Roberts, GENEALOGY OF JOSEPH PECK & SOME RELATED FAMILIES; ; State College, PA. 1955; ; Family History Library Book 929.273 P334r, Fiche 6049146; NOTES: William of Middletown, Monmouth Co. N.J. married widow of Richard Gardiner. (Hist. and Geneal. Miscellany, by Stillwell, Vol. 5, p.413.) Will dated 3 July 1722 proved 3 June 1733.
BIRTH-RESEARCH: Need to verify date of 1647/1653 in Middletown or England.
LAND-WILL: Ralph & Mildred Branson Wandling, ANCESTORS AND DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS & REBECCA BORDEN BRANSON; 1380-1950; 53 pages quoting research by John A Kelly of Haverford College, Penn, pub 190-, filmed by Genealogical Society of Utah, 1976; p 34; LDS Family History Library Film 0928077, item 11; NOTE: Book of 1708, p 185, Office of Court Clerk, Freehold, NJ, William Winter of Middletown, Cordwainer (shoemaker), and Hannah his wife to James Grover of same place, wheelwright. Will dated 1722 and proved 13 Jun 1733 mentions wife Hannah, and her two children, Richard and Joseph Gardiner; eldest son John, who was married and had a second son, Benjamin; 2nd son, Andrew, Youngest son, James who was single. Daughters - Zeruiah Borden and Rebecca Applegate.
BIOGRAPHY: Family History Records; ; compiled by Michael S. Cole, [HYPERLINK http://www.thecolefamily.com/hobby/ahnentafel.htm#ahnentafel ] ; ; copy dated 26 Jan 1994 sent to T Mason; NOTES: (Stillwell's "Hist & Gen. Misc.," Vol III, p256). "Wm & Mary Quarterly," Oct 1931, p 326. (Monnette's "First Settlers of NJ," p875). Info from Edwin Wallace, Keene, NH.
LAND: Ralph & Mildred Branson Wandling, ANCESTORS AND DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS & REBECCA BORDEN BRANSON; 1380-1950; 53 pages quoting research by John A Kelly of Haverford College, Penn, pub 190-, filmed by Genealogical Society of Utah, 1976; p 34; LDS Family History Library Film 0928077, item 11; NOTES: Freehold Court Clerk, Book K-2, p 158 transaction to Benjamin Borden & wife Zeruiah with the consent of Hannah Winter, late wife to Richard Gardiner deceased.
WILL-BIOGRAPHY: Family History Records; ; compiled by Michael S. Cole, [HYPERLINK http://www.thecolefamily.com/hobby/ahnentafel.htm#ahnentafel ] ; ; copy dated 26 Jan 1994 sent to T Mason; NOTES: Will, "NJ Archives," 1st Ser, Vol XXIII, p179. (Stillwell's "Hist & Gen. Misc.," Vol III, p266). "The Geneal. Magazine of NJ," Vol XXXVI, No 1, Jan 1961)
BIOGRAPHY: Ralph & Mildred Branson Wandling, ANCESTORS AND DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS & REBECCA BORDEN BRANSON; 1380-1950; 53 pages quoting research by John A Kelly of Haverford College, Penn, pub 190-, filmed by Genealogical Society of Utah, 1976; p 39; LDS Family History Library Film 0928077, item 11; NOTES: Constable of Frederick, VA (Order Bk 2, p48), captain in French & Indian War. Probable second marriage (details quoted).
REF: George Braden Roberts, GENEALOGY OF JOSEPH PECK & SOME RELATED FAMILIES; ; State College, PA. 1955; ; Family History Library Book 929.273 P334r, Fiche 6049146; NOTES: Remained in Frederick County, VA. as did others of Benjamin's family, unless otherwise stated.
BIOGRAPHY: Family History Records; ; compiled by Michael S. Cole, [HYPERLINK http://www.thecolefamily.com/hobby/ahnentafel.htm#ahnentafel ] ; ; copy dated 26 Jan 1994 sent to T Mason; NOTES: "Wm & Mary Quarterly," Oct 1931, p 326. JA Kelly, "Benjamin Borden"
BIOGRAPHY: Benjamin Borden, Shenandoah Valley Pioneer: His Ancestry and Descendants by J.A. Kelly; (1931); 2nd Series, Vol. VI, p 259-264; from GENEALOGIES OF VIRGINIA FAMILIES from the William and Mary College Quarterly Historical Magazine (1982) Genealogical Pub Co., Baltimore; ; EXTRACT: They remained in Frederick Co. as did others in the list, unless otherwise stated. The following list of their children (which see) is the only record here presented that calls for further investigation.
Left descendants in Giles County.
REF: George Braden Roberts, GENEALOGY OF JOSEPH PECK & SOME RELATED FAMILIES; ; State College, PA. 1955; ; Family History Library Book 929.273 P334r, Fiche 6049146; NOTES: After her second marriage she settled in Orange Co. N.C.
ANF lists birth place as Frederick,VA.
BIOGRAPHY: Benjamin Borden, Shenandoah Valley Pioneer: His Ancestry and Descendants by J.A. Kelly; (1931); 2nd Series, Vol. VI, p 259-264; from GENEALOGIES OF VIRGINIA FAMILIES from the William and Mary College Quarterly Historical Magazine (1982) Genealogical Pub Co., Baltimore; ; EXTRACT: was living in 1792 and at that time wrote his name "Pritchit."
REF: George Braden Roberts, GENEALOGY OF JOSEPH PECK & SOME RELATED FAMILIES; ; State College, PA. 1955; ; Family History Library Book 929.273 P334r, Fiche 6049146; NOTES: After her second marriage she settled in Orange Co. N.C.
ANF lists birth place as Frederick,VA.
CHILDREN-LAND-BIOGRAPHY: Ralph & Mildred Branson Wandling, ANCESTORS AND DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS & REBECCA BORDEN BRANSON; 1380-1950; 53 pages quoting research by John A Kelly of Haverford College, Penn, pub 190-, filmed by Genealogical Society of Utah, 1976; p 65; LDS Family History Library Film 0928077, item 11.
BIOGRAPHY: Family History Records; ; compiled by Michael S. Cole, [HYPERLINK http://www.thecolefamily.com/hobby/ahnentafel.htm#ahnentafel ] ; ; copy dated 26 Jan 1994 sent to T Mason; REF: Buckey's "Hist. of Calverts," p 91.
REFERENCE: George Braden Roberts, GENEALOGY OF JOSEPH PECK & SOME RELATED FAMILIES; ; State College, PA. 1955; ; Family History Library Book 929.273 P334r, Fiche 6049146; NOTES: In about 1752, she and her husband settled in Chatham Co. N.C., near the Randolph Co. line.
BIOGRAPHY-RESIDENCES: Ralph & Mildred Branson Wandling, ANCESTORS AND DESCENDANTS OF THOMAS & REBECCA BORDEN BRANSON; 1380-1950; 53 pages quoting research by John A Kelly of Haverford College, Penn, pub 190-, filmed by Genealogical Society of Utah, 1976; p 39; LDS Family History Library Film 0928077, item 11; NOTE: Resident of Frederick, VA in 1750 but by 1753 had removed to Orange, NC. Was disowned by the Cane Creek Monthly meeting on 6 June 1772.