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Mary Carter[1, 2, 3, 4]

Female Abt 1710 - 1802  (~ 92 years)


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  • Name Mary Carter 
    Born Abt 1710  Henrico County, Virginia Find all individuals with events at this location 
    Gender Female 
    Died 1802  Cumberland Co., Virginia Find all individuals with events at this location 
    • Date of the Will of Drury Scruggs; name's wife Mary;
    Person ID I13980  My Reynolds Line | Descendants of Giles Carter of Henrico
    Last Modified 7 Feb 2017 

    Father Theodorick2 Carter,   b. 23 Jul 1676, Turkey Island, Henrico Co., Virginia Find all individuals with events at this location,   d. 1 Apr 1737, Prince Edward Co., Colonial Virginia Find all individuals with events at this location  (Age 60 years) 
    Mother Elizabeth Webb,   b. Abt 1688, New Kent County, Virginia Find all individuals with events at this location,   d. 1751, Turkey Island, Henrico County, Virginia Find all individuals with events at this location  (Age ~ 63 years) 
    Married Bef 1697  Henrico Co., Virginia Find all individuals with events at this location 
    Family ID F4373  Group Sheet  |  Family Chart

    Family Drury Edward Scruggs,   b. 1 Feb 1722, New Kent Co., Virginia Colony Find all individuals with events at this location,   d. 26 Aug 1782, Cumberland Co., Virginia Find all individuals with events at this location  (Age 60 years) 
    Married 16 Nov 1742  Goochland, Virginia Find all individuals with events at this location 
    Children 
     1. John Carter Scruggs,   b. 1745, Cumberland County, Virginia Find all individuals with events at this location,   d. 1794, Nelson County, Virginia Find all individuals with events at this location  (Age 49 years)
    +2. Drury Edward to Tennessee Scruggs,   b. 1751, Cumberland County, Virginia Find all individuals with events at this location,   d. 1833, Summer Co., Tennessee Find all individuals with events at this location  (Age 82 years)
     3. Jane Scruggs,   b. Abt 1752, Cumberland County, Virginia Find all individuals with events at this location,   d. Yes, date unknown
     4. Theodrick Scruggs,   b. Abt 1755, Cumberland County, Virginia Find all individuals with events at this location,   d. Yes, date unknown
     5. Nancy 'Ann' Scruggs,   b. 1762, Cumberland Co., Virginia Find all individuals with events at this location,   d. 1803, Cape Girardeau, Missouri Find all individuals with events at this location  (Age 41 years)
     6. Frances 'Fanny' Scruggs,   b. 1763, Cumberland County, Virginia Find all individuals with events at this location,   d. 1820  (Age 57 years)
     7. Carter Scruggs,   b. Abt 1765, Cumberland County, Virginia Find all individuals with events at this location,   d. Yes, date unknown
    Last Modified 29 Nov 2024 
    Family ID F518495184  Group Sheet  |  Family Chart

  • Documents
    Giles 4
    Giles 4
    A History of the Carter Family"
    Compiled and edited by the
    American Genealogical Research Institute
    Washington DC 20001
    Copyright 1972
    Library of Congress Card Catalog #: 75-187586
    Identifies two Giles Carters as separate individuals, probably related.
    THE VIRGINIA MAGAZINE OF HISTORY AND BIOGRAPHY  Volume III Year Ending June 1896
    THE VIRGINIA MAGAZINE OF HISTORY AND BIOGRAPHY Volume III Year Ending June 1896
    VaMagazine-June-1896 vol III.pdf
    CarterGiles Daily Press Oct 4, 1959
    CarterGiles Daily Press Oct 4, 1959
    CarterGiles DailyPress Oct4,1959.jpg
    Carter, Giles Daily Press Jun 7,1981
    Carter, Giles Daily Press Jun 7,1981
    CarterGiles DailyPress Jun7,1981.jpg

    Histories
    Seven Generations of Scruggs 1650-1900
    Seven Generations of Scruggs 1650-1900
    ScruggsSevenGenerationsfromRichardc.1650.pdf

  • Sources 
    1. [S107] Family Histories.
      A History of the Carter Family"
      Compiled and edited by the
      American Genealogical Research Institute
      Washington DC 20001
      Copyright 1972
      Library of Congress Card Catalog #: 75-187586

      Mary Carter, d/o Theodrick and Elizabeth Webb Carter, married a Webb [probably a cousin of her mother]



    2. [S140] Virginia Magazine of History and Biography.
      THE VIRGINIA MAGAZINE OF HISTORY AND BIOGRAPHY Volume 3 Year Ending June 1896

      Mary Carter, d/o Theodorick2 married Drury Scruggs. In Goochland 16 Nov 1742 Oaths by Theodrick Carter and John Scruggs with William Mayo proved the Will of William Randolph of Goochland. We presume John Scruggs to be the father of Drury and Theodorick Carter to be the s/o Giles2; Theodorick2 Carter is dead several years before this document is executed.

    3. [S169] The Webbs by Don Wilson, http://reynoldspatova.org/documents/cuthbert-web-770.pdf.
      Genealogist, Don Wilson's conclusions:
      He says Mary Carter, d/o Theo & Elizabeth Webb Carter, is married to a LOUGH


    4. [S71] Charlene Ebeling.
      A History of the Carter Family"
      Compiled and edited by the
      American Genealogical Research Institute
      Washington DC 20001
      Copyright 1972
      Library of Congress Card Catalog #: 75-187586

      Mary Carter, d/o Theodrick and Elizabeth Webb Carter, married a Webb [probably a cousin of her mother]


      Charlene Ebeling
      ........... 3 Mary Carter 1710 - 1803 b: 1710 in Henrico Co., Virginia d: 1803 in Cumberland Co., Virginia
      ................ +Drury Scruggs 1725 - 1782 b: 02/01/1725 in New Kent Co., Virginia d: Bef. 08/26/1782 in Cumberland Co., Va.
      ................... 4 John Scruggs 1745 - 1794 b: Abt. 1745 d: Bet. 1794 - 1797
      ....................... +Kezia (?) Scruggs 1750 - 1828 b: Abt. 1750 d: 1828
      ................... 4 Theodorick Scruggs 1755 - b: Abt. 1755
      ................... 4 Drury Edward Scruggs 1745 - 1833 b: Abt. 1745 in Pittsylvania Co., Virginia d: 1833 in Sumner Co., Tennessee
      ....................... +Elizabeth Tabb 1755 - 1830 b: 1755 in Charles, York Co., Virginia d: 1830 in Sumner Co., Tennessee
      ................... 4 Edward Scruggs 1750 - 1833 b: Abt. 1750 d: 1833
      ................... 4 Jane Scruggs 1752 - b: Abt. 1752
      ....................... +Mr Easley
      ................... 4 Nancy Ann Scruggs 1762 - 1803 b: 1762 in Cumberland Co., Virginia d: 1803 in Cape Girardeau, Missouri
      ....................... +William Minton 1752 - b: 1752 in Virginia
      ................... 4 Carter Scruggs 1765 - b: Abt. 1765
      ................... 4 Fanny Scruggs 1763 - 1820 b: 12/13/1763 d: 05/01/1820
      ....................... +William Anderson

    5. [S82] Wikitree, https://www.wikitree.com/wiki/Carter-1914.
      Death and Legacy Of Drury and Mary Carter Scruggs:

      Mary's will was filed at Cumberland County in 1804.[5] There is no mention of their dependent son, Carter Scruggs.[6].

      Drury wrote his will on April 29, 1782, and it was proved on August 26, 1782.[7] He died at Cumberland County, Virginia. His wife, Mary, was appointed executrix, and she was appointed guardian to "Manage, do, and act" for their son, Carter Scruggs.[8]

      Mary was born about 1728 or 1738, daughter of Theodorick Carter and wife Elizabeth Webb. Mary is named in her father's will, She was unmarried at the time of her father's death, as she is named as Mary Carter in her father's will[5]

      WILL OF THEODRICK CARTER (FIRST In the name of God Amen I, Theodrick Carter of the Parish & County of Henrico being sick but of perfect Memory do this Twenty Second day of July one thousand seven hundred thirty six make this my last Will and Testament, and first and principally I commit my Soul to Almighty God in whom and by whose Mercy and thro. the Merits of my Blessed Saviour and redeamer Jesus Christ I trust and Assuredly believe to be saved, my Body to the earth to be decantly Buryed at the discretion of my Executx, hereafter named, and as for Disposing my estate I give and devise the same in manner and form following. I give and devise unto my Beloved wife Elizabeth so long as she shall live sole my plantation Land and Appurtenances and after her Death or Marriage, I give unto my Son Theodrick Carter and his heirs forever my said plantation with two hundred and eighteen Acres of Land thereto belonging. I give and devise unto my son John Carter and his heirs forever one hundred and Twenty acres Land be the same more or less within the following Bounds, beginning at a corner Beach standing on Round Hill Branch thence along a line of marked Trees to a corner Hickory on the Dividing line between John Spears and this line of John Webb to a corner Tree on Chickahominy Swamp thence up the same to ye place began at; my wife is not to be excluded the use of this Land so long as she shall remain sole, during which time, I give her my Negro named Will and after that time I give him to my son Theodrick with a Negro child named Dick. I give unto my son John and his heirs after the Death or Marriage of his Mother my Negro woman Judith and a Mullato Girl named Lucy with what children they may have when he has a right to the possession of them. I give unto my said Son John one fether Bed Rug and Blanket, one Gun, my great Chist, one pot and Hooks and two Cows. I give unto my Daughter Mary Carter one Cow and Calf one fether (sic) Bed, Rug and Blankets, two Ewes one pot and Hooks, two pewter Dishes and two plates and one poriager. I give unto my beloved wife Elizabeth all the rest of my Estate of what kind so ever and do make her Executrix of this my last Will and Testament, hereby directing that my Estate shall not be Inventoryed (sic) or appraised. In Witness whereof I have hereunto set my hand and Affixed my seal the day and year afore written.
      Theodrick Carter (Seal)

      Signed Sealed published and declared as his last Will and Testament in presence of Thomas Watkins John Spear Will W. Loatham

      At a Court held at Varina for the County of Henrico, the first Monday in Ap'l 1737, this Will was presented by Elizabeth Carter the Executrix upon oath and proved by the Oath of Thomas Watkins & John Spear two of the Witness thereto and thereupon admitted to record, and on the Motion of the said Excutrix, Certificate is granted here for obtaining a probate thereof in Due form. Test: Bowler Cocke,Cl, Cur.
      Her mother Elizabeth Carter, relict of Theodorick, l named only the daughters and one son, John, her executor in her will[6] - p. 44/97 - Will of ELIZABETH CARTER, RELICT OF THEODORICK CARTER To: son, Theodorick - 6 head cattle, great Bible and white mare dau, Elizabeth Martin - items and livestock dau, Susannah Scruggs - items and livestock dau, Martha Garthright - items and livestock dau, Mary Sough( {Scruggs-transcription error) - items and livestock grandson: Cuthbert Web - livestock All the rest to son John Carter and he to be Executor. Wit: Hannah Morgan, Theo. Carter, Mark Clarke rec: 12/1751

      Research Notes
      Birth date 1725 is a guess,
      The Birth Date is a rough estimate. See the text for details.
      based on the birth date of her husband, February 1, 1725.[9]

      In the name of God Amen. I Mary Scruggs of Cumberland County do declare and publish the following sentences to be my last will and testament: Ãâ?â?

      First, I give and bequeath to my son Edward Scruggs and his heirs forever three horses called Mich, Blake and Black Mare; and all the cattle and sheep of any description which to me belongs also the furniture of my beds except what may be hereinafter given to others.

      I give to my daughter Nancy Minton one bed and furniture.

      I give to my daughter Frances Anderson the Cow and Kettle, which I have heretofore lent to her.

      All other interest which I have of any discription in any kind property or estate whatsoever. I give t'.^ my son Edward Scruggs.

      Published and acknowledged in presence of William Daniel Jr. Vincent Scruggs.

      Feb. 1/th 1803, MARY SCRUGGS X her mark.

      At a Court held for Cumberland County the 24th day of July 1804. This last will and testament of Mary Scruggs was exhibited in Court and proved by the witnesses thereto and ordered to be recorded.
      Teste, B. B. WOODSON. Clk.

      1783 --- Cumberland Co., VA. Personal Property Tax List. Book A & B. 1 free male +21 (Carter Scruggs). 7 slaves +16 (London, Primas, Boron, Bob, Frank, Sarah, Patt). 3 slaves -16 (Ben, Harry, Sall). 4 horses. 31 cattle.

      1784 --- Cumberland Co., VA. Personal Property Tax List. 1 free male +21. 7 slaves +16. 2 slaves -16. 4 horses. 27 cattle.

      1785 --- Cumberland Co., VA. Personal Property Tax List. 1 free male +21. 7 slaves +16. 2 slaves -16. 4 horses. 21 cattle.

      1786 --- Cumberland Co., VA. Personal Property Tax List. 0 free male +21. 7 slaves +16. 2 slaves -16. 5 horses. 18 cattle. (Carter left home)

      1787 --- Cumberland Co., VA. Personal Property Tax List. 1 free male +21 (Carter Scruggs). 7 slaves +16. 2 slaves -16. 6 horses. 16 cattle.

      1788 --- Cumberland Co., VA. Personal Property Tax List. 1 free male +21 (Carter Scruggs). 7 slaves +16. 6 livestock.

      1789 --- Cumberland Co., VA. Personal Property Tax List. 1 free male +21. 6 slaves +16. 1 slave 12-16. 5 livestock.

      1790 --- Cumberland Co., VA. Personal Property Tax List. 1 free male +21. 6 slaves +16. 1 slave 12-16. 4 livestock.

      1791 --- Cumberland Co., VA. Personal Property Tax List. 1 free male +21. 6 slaves +16. 2 slave 12-16. 4 livestock.

      1792 --- Cumberland Co., VA. Personal Property Tax List. 1 free male +21. 7 slaves +16. 1 slave 12-16.

      1793 --- Cumberland Co., VA. Personal Property Tax List. Apr 11. 1 free male +21. 7 slaves +16. 1 slave 12-16. 4 horses.

      1794 --- Cumberland Co., VA. Personal Property Tax List. 7 slaves +16. 1 slave 12-16. 4 horses.

      1796 --- Cumberland Co., VA. Personal Property Tax List. Mar 29. 5 slaves +16. 4 horses.

      1797 --- Cumberland Co., VA. Personal Property Tax List. May 16. 5 slaves +12. 4 horses.

      1798 --- Cumberland Co., VA. Personal Property Tax List. Apr 26. 5 slaves +16. 4 horses.

      1799 --- Cumberland Co., VA. Personal Property Tax List. Mar 24. 5 slaves +16. 4 horses.

      1800 --- Cumberland Co., VA. Personal Property Tax List. Apr 9. 5 slaves +16. 4 horses.

      1801 --- Cumberland Co., VA. Personal Property Tax List. Mar 12. 4 slaves +16. 3 horses.

      1802 --- Cumberland Co., VA. Personal Property Tax List. Apr 27. 3 slaves +16. 3 horses.

      1803 --- Cumberland Co., VA. Personal Property Tax List. May 14. 3 slaves +16. 3 horses.

      Missing in 1804, it looks like Edward Scruggs, the younger (father of Vincent) has her slaves.

      Cumberland Co., VA Deed Book 8, p 404. Mary Scruggs sells to Edward Scruggs.

      Cumberland Co., VA personal property tax list, 1783. Jun 1792 Cumberland Co. personal property tax. 7 blacks 16+ 1 black 12 - 16


      Cumberland co. VA personal property tax list. List "B"

      Mary Carter. self 0 - 7 - 2 - 6 - 16 [ not tithable]


      Also on Cumberland Co., VA list: Edward Scruggs jr, Carter Scruggs, Tabitha Scruggs [not tithable], Drury Scruggs, Edward Scruggs sr, Thomas Scruggs, Drury Scruggs [ Thomas
      Sources

      ? name="Peters">Peters, LaVere, Theodrick CARTER I LaVere Peters Genealogy Database, October 3, 2009, accessed August 15, 2015
      ? Will of Theodoric Carter
      ? name="Dunklin"
      ? name="Dunklin"
      ? name="Dunklin"
      ? name="Dunklin"
      ? name="Dunklin"
      ? name="Dunklin"
      ? name="Dunklin">Dunklin, Ethel Hastings Scruggs, Scruggs Genealogy; with a Brief History of the Allied Families ... (Page 28) New York, Laplante & Dunklin Print. Co., 1912, HathiTrust.org accessed August 15, 2015

      Will of Theodoric Carter [Giles Carter book, 1909, by Gen. William Carter]

      [Weisinger, Benjamin," Colonial Wills of Henrico Co., Va. Part Two - 1737-1781" Copyright 1977]