A Genealogical Memoir of the Gilbert Family, in Both Old And New England
The book A Genealogical Memoir of the Gilbert Family, in Both Old And New England was written by author Thornton, John Wingate, 1818-1878. 1n Here you can read free online of A Genealogical Memoir of the Gilbert Family, in Both Old And New England book, rate and share your impressions in comments. If you don't know what to write, just answer the question: Why is A Genealogical Memoir of the Gilbert Family, in Both Old And New England a good or bad book?
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Rec. 13 Accordingly, the authorities of Connecticut appointed Mr. Allen and Jo. Gilbert " to goe to Pacomtuck to declare to the Indians the mind of the Comissioners concerning them, and that there bee a letter sent to Mr. Pinchon to assist them in it : but if he refuse, and Mr. Ilolliock, then they shall desist from further proceeding." In March, 1657-8, " The listed persons for Troopers presented to and allowed by the court [of Connecticut] under the command of Major John Mason were, in Hartfo...rd, Mr. Willis, Mr. Lord, Mr. Thomas Wells, Jacob Migatt, Jonathan Gilbert, and nine others." This force was probably raised under the authority of the " Commissioners." Mr. Gilbert, during this period, was actively pursuing his private enter- prises. He may have temporarily resided in Westfield, as the Spring- field Town Records, under date of Aug. 9, 1G56, mention a grant of lands to Jon n & John Gilbert at Wornoco, [Westfield,] provided " they build a house within one year." The request was renewed and granted, Dec.
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