Decendents of John Stephenson Sr

58. William Stephenson (Arthur Jr.³⁵, Arthur Sr.¹⁷, Abraham Sr.³, (William) John Jr.², John Sr.¹) was born before 1766. {FSID: MX62-HSQ}

General Notes: The following information was provided by Alan C. Stephenson, from Chapel Hill, North Carolina, March 25, 2010:

Notes for William Stephenson:

See introductory notes in Notes for Arthur Sr.

The birth date of William is estimated based on the assumption that he was at least 21 years old when he appears as the head of a household in the 1786 NH Census. See Census Records below.

Deeds:

It is assumed that the William Stephenson in the following deeds was William, the son of Arthur Jr.

1. Jesse Brittain to William Stevenson dated May 15, 1798, 50 pounds in gold or silver for 51-1/8 acres adjoining Murfree’s road, Patty’s Delight, Abraham Stephenson and Thomas Martin; witnessed by John Johnson and Rebekah Johnson. NH DB 10:374.

2. William Stephenson to Abraham Wall dated January 24, 1801, $150 for 51-1/8 acres adjoining Murfree’s road, Patty’s Delight, Abraham Stephenson and Thomas Martin; signed by William Stephenson [with a mark]; witnessed by Jesse Brittain Jr., Elisha Johnson and Elisha Pierce. NH DB 10:531A. [Same land as in deed 1]

3. Frederick Long to William Stephenson dated February 12, 1803, 110 pounds Va. For 100 acres adjoining Jack Wheeler, Solomon Gay, John Daughtry, John Burk, Henry Gay, Jack Wheeler’s orphan’s line and the road and house; witnessed by Anthony E. Williams. NH DB 12:156.

4. William Stephenson to Allen Tabourn dated January 7, 1804, deed securing 100 pounds Va. and interest until March 10, 1805, for 100 acres adjoining Jack Wheeler, Solomon Gay, Jack Daughtry, ???? Pritchard, Henry Gay, Darden Wheeler and the road; signed by William Stephenson [ ]; witnessed by Drury Phillips Jr. and Harrison Chapman. NH DB 12:353. [Same land as in deed 3]

5. William Stephenson to William B. Lockhart dated August 15, 1804, $67 for 100 acres of land purchased by William from Frederick Long and said Long from Benjamin W. Johnson or Hancock and Johnson; signed by William Stephenson [with a mark]; witnessed by William Wade Jr. and Frederick Long. NH DB 13:177.

6. William Stephenson to John Amis for the benefit of William B. Lockhart dated September 9, 1807, deed of trust covering land in deed 5 securing payment of $125 and interest to Lockhart resulting from settlement of a suit by Lockhart against William; signed by William Stephenson [with a mark]; witnessed by Will Edmunds. NH DB 13:349.

7. Presley Pritchard to William Stephenson dated October [illegible], 1816, $1,100 for 600 acres and 69 poles adjoining the long branch, the lick branch and the cross branch; witnessed by Howell Edmunds, Norman Branch and Daniel Masser [?]. NH DB 18:29.

8. William Stevenson and wife Penelope to Elijah Stevenson [no relationship stated] dated June 5, 1821, $102.50 for 51-1/4 acres being part of the land purchased from Presley Pritchard [see deed 7] adjoining Hilly branch and the long branch; signed by William and Penelope Stevenson [both with a mark]; witnessed by Joel ???? and John Stevenson. NH DB 21:30.

9. William Stevenson to Elijah and John Stevenson dated March 31, 1826, deed to sons Elijah and John, $100 and “the further consideration of the maintenance and support of me and my wife Penelope during our joint and several lives as well as for the natural love and affection which I have and bear unto my sons”, for (a) the remaining land William purchased from Presley Pritchard [see deed 7] adjoining the long branch, lick branch and cross branch, and (b) one slave, Jacob, one yoke of oxen, one bay mare, four goats, one sow and seven pigs, six sheep, six geese, three cows, three calves, and one ????, four beds and furniture, five sitting chairs, one walnut and one pine table, one cupboard, three iron pots, one Dutch oven, one cart and wheels and “all the remainder and residue of my plantation utensils and household and kitchen furniture”; signed by William Stevenson [with a mark]; witnessed by Hardy Cobb; followed by bond of $1,000 securing the obligation of Eljah and John to maintain and support William and Penelope, signed by Elijah and John Stevenson [no mark indicated]. NH DB 22:454.

10. Joshua and Frances Vick (of Southampton Co. Va.) to William Stephenson dated April 11, 1831, $125 for 68 acres adjoining A. Johnson, Benjamin Boon and the branch; witnessed by Kinchen Stephenson, N. Stephenson and John Stephenson [no mark indicated].

11. John D. Amis, Clerk and Master in Equity to William Stephenson dated [month and day blank], 1832, $680.25 for 225 acres sold upon the petition of Benjamin H. Pritchard and other heirs at law of Joshua Pritchard, subject to the dower rights of Mrs. Dorothy Harrison, the widow of Joshua Pritchard; witnessed by William H. Hardee. NH DB 25:460.

Census Records:

1. 1786 NH Census (page 15 in Capt. Bennet’s District): William Stevenson, following Abraham Stevenson and above Martha Vick-1 white male under 21 or above 60; 1 white female all ages.

2. 1790 Federal Census (page 580): William Stephenson-1 white male 16 and upwards; 4 white females all ages.

3. 1800 Federal Census (page ): William Stevenson-2 white males under 10; 1 white male 26-44; 2 white females under 10; 1 white female 10-15; 1 white female 16-25; no slaves

4. 1810 Federal Census (page ): William Stephenson-2 white males under 10; 1 white male 26-44; 2 white females under 10; 1 white female 26-44; 11 slaves.

5. 1820 Federal Census (page 260): William Stephenson-1 white male under 10; 1 white male 16-25; 1 white male 26-44; 3 white females under 10; 1 white female 16-25; 3 slaves.

6. 1830 Federal Census (page 99): William Stephenson-1 white male 15-19; 1 white male 50-59; 1 white female 20-29; 1 white female 30-39; 1 white female 50-59; 8 slaves; 7 free colored.

[The age of the oldest male in the 1820 and 1830 censuses is inconsistent with the age of the oldest male in the 1786 NH census and the 1800 Federal census, suggesting that the William in those later censuses was a different William. In addition, the 1830 Federal census for Elijah Stephenson (see Census Records under notes for Elijah) includes a white male and a white female, both age 60-69, in Elijah’s household. They are probably William and his wife Penelope. See also deed 9 above.]

Tax Records:

In the 19th century, Northampton County taxpayers were listed by districts, corresponding to the militia districts. A map prepared about 1860 shows the location of these districts. Most Stephensons were in District 4, north of the road through Martin’s Crossroads (present Conway) and to the west of District 7; District 5, south of the road through Martin’s Crossroads and west of District 8; District 6, north of District 7 and to the Virginia border; District 7, south of the road through Martin’s Crossroads and incudibng the head of Patty’s Delight near where the land grants of Arthur (d 1792) were located; and District 12, in the northeast corner of the county adjoining the Meherrin River. Jesse, son of Arthur (d. 1823) also owned land in District 8, north of the road through Martin’s Crossroads and south of Corduroy Swamp and Kirby Creek where some of the land owned by Arthur Sr. was located, and Jesse’s brother Abraham appears also to have owned land in District 11, east of District 8 and to the border with Hertford County. The road dividing Districts 4 and 5 and Districts 7 and 8, which is shown as Bennet’s road on the map, was probably located about where present Route 158 through Conway is now located.

In some cases it appears that information was incorrectly entered or omitted in the tax lists. Land values stated for tax purposes do not necessarily represent the fair market value of the land

It is assumed that the William Sr. in the following tax lists was William, the son of Arthur Jr.

1. 1823 Tax List (District 5): William Stevenson Sr., below Elijah Stevenson-1 black poll; 549 acres of land valued at $1,644.

2. 1824 Tax List (District 5): William Stevenson Sr., four below Elijah Stevenson-1 black poll; 549 acres valued at $1,644.

General Notes: The following information was provided by Alan C. Stephenson, from Chapel Hill, North Carolina, March 25, 2010:

Notes for Elijah Stephenson:

Deeds:

1. See deeds 8 and 9 under Deeds in the Notes for William.

Census Records:

1. 1830 Federal Census (page 105): Elijah Stephenson-1 white male under 5; 1 white male 20-29; 1 white male 60-69; 1 white female 20-29; 1 white female 60-69; 6 slaves; 2 free colored.

2. Elijah does not appear in the 1840 or 1850 census.

Tax Records:

See introductory note under Tax Records in the Notes for William.

1. 1823 Tax List (District 5): Elijah Stevenson, above William Stevenson Sr.-1 free poll; 1 black poll; 51 acres of land valued at $154.

2. 1824 Tax List (District 5): Elijah Stevenson, four above William Stevenson Sr.-1 free poll; 51 acres valued at $154.

General Notes: The following information was provided by Alan C. Stephenson, from Chapel Hill, North Carolina, March 25, 2010:

Notes for John Stephenson:

Deeds:

1. See deed 9 under Deeds in the Notes for William.

62. Jenkins Stephenson (Abraham³⁶, Arthur Sr.¹⁷, Abraham Sr.³, (William) John Jr.², John Sr.¹) was born in 1777 in Northampton County North Carolina, USA and died before 1812-Mar 1815 in Northampton County North Carolina, USA. {FSID: 9F4N-GM6}

General Notes: Jenkins [Abraham(4), Arthur (3), Abraham(2), John Stephenson(1)], a son of Abraham and Mary Jenkins Stephenson, was born around 1777 in Northampton, Co., NC. He supposedly married Martha (Patsy) Jenkins about 1800, in Ahoskie, in Hertford Co., NC.(76) According to Gilbert T. Stephenson's family history, Jenkins and Martha lived in Conway, Northampton County. Jenkins' father Abraham deeded him a gift of 125 acres of land on 27 August 1810. This land joned the lands of Patty's Delight, Abraham Stephenson (his father), and Etheldred Martin (brother-in-law's father).(77) A few months later, on 10 November 1810, Jenkins' father (Abraham) deeded him 170 acres as a gift. These 170 acres joined the lands of Abram Wall, Thomas Martin (Jenkins' brother-in-law), Etheldred Martin (Thomas' father), and Patty's Delight. By 15 November 1815, Jenkins' wife, Martha, was married to Isham Odom.(78) The Northampton Co., NC marriage records show that Isom married on 7 December 1812, so Jenkins was deceased before December of 1812,(79) but his land wasn't divided among his children until 17 June 1828.(80). Martha Jenkins Stephenson Odom died prior to 8 June 1826.(81) Jenkins and Martha's children according to his land division were Littleberry, Burkett, Sallyl, Charity and Matilda Stephenson. According to Gilbert T. Stephenson's family history records, Jenkins was buried near his father in the private Stephenson cemetery near their hope place. Gilbert T. Stephenson had the following to say about Jenkins Stephenson:

"Jenkins. Oldest son of Abraham.
Married in Hertford County near Ahoskie. Farmer. Slaveholder.
Married Patsy Jenkins. Lived where Conway now is. Children named Charity (Bill Garris' wife), Sallie (married Wade Garris), Matilda (married Amos Vick), Burkett (married Betsey Newsom) Buried......."

(76)Northampton Co., DB 17, p. 163; This deed proved a Martha was the wife of Jenkins Stephenson, but by 1815 had remarried to an Isom/Isham Odom. The fact that martha was a Jenkins was found in Gilbert T. Stephenson's family information. No legal proof or a Bible has been found to prove that martha's surname was Jenkins. Date of marriage was determined based on their children's birth dates.

(77)Northampton Co., NC, DB 15, p. 49.

(78)Northampton Co., NC, DB 17, p. 163; DB 27, p. 373.

(79)Imgmire, Frances T., Northampton Co., NC Marriage Records, 1812-1867, p. 47.

(80)Northampton Co., NC DB 24, p. 174; Division of Jenkins Stephenson's land.

(81)N. C. Archives' Guardian Bond papers, found in Northampton County's archives Guardian Bond Files. John Stephenson was appointed guardian of Mason, Martha, and Elisabeth D. Odum, all children of Isham Odum/Odom. No guardians were appointed for Martha's Stephenson children because they were of age by 1826.

**This above information was taken from Rebecca Leach Ddozier's book, "Twelve Northhampton County, North Carolina Families 1650-1850, published by Gateway Press, INC., Baltimore, MD 2004; page 337.

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The following information was given to me by Jeannie Stephenson Stinson: she received it from Ed. Barnes.

Book 17, page 163. Dower of Martha Stevenson, Widow of Jenkins Stephenson, dated November 17, 1815, Recorded March 22, 1816, Zacheus Martin, Isom Odom and others, Jurors, Martha Stevenson, widow of Jenkins Stevenson, 170 acres joining Benjamin Stevenson, set apart 1/3 of 170 acres, 57 acres beginning at Randolph Odoms line at the road thence along the said line near a north course to Etherdred Martin's line, thence up his line to a large pine for his corner, thence along a line of blazed trees near a south west course to a field to the road and thence the road to the first station.

Book 22, page 373, Isom Odom and Martha Odom his wife of Northampton County to H. D. Jenkins of Hertford County $50 for 56 2/3 acres, the dower that descended to the said Martha Odom from the Estate of Jenkins Stevenson, deceased. Bounded by the lands of Zaccheus Martin, Wright Allen, and others. Signed Isham Odom, Martha Odom, Witness: Jas Daughtry, Jno. Stevenson.

Book 24, Page 174, Division of land of Jenkens Stephenson, December Court 1827. Recorded June 27, 1828. Commisioners: Noah Odom, Willie Lewter, Zaccheus Martin, Esquire, Jesse Darden & james Daughtry. Total land 167 acres and 133 poles. Lot 1 to Burket Stephenson, 47 1/3 acres. Mentions land of Zaccheus Martin, unidentified road, unidentified branch, Patties Delight, Lot 2 to Charity Stephenson, 52 5/8 acres, mentions Wall's line, unidentified branch and no other permanent landmark. Lot 3 to Wade Garris in right of his wife Sally, 42 acres, mentions Martin corner pine and no other identifiable landmark. Lot 4 to Matilida Stephenson, 25 7/8 acres........

Other:
Notes of Gilbert Stephenson, not dated. "Jenkins, Oldest son of Abraham. Married in Hertford County near Ahoskie. Farmer. Slave holder. Married Patsy Jenkins. Lived where Conway now is. Children named Charity (Bill Garris' wife), Sallie (married Wade Garris), Matilda (married Amos Vick), Burkett (married Betsey Newsome) Buried........"

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The following information was provided by Alan C. Stephenson, from Chapel Hill, North Carolina, March 25, 2010:

Alan C. Stephenson says he was born between 1780 -1785 and died March 1815.

Notes for Jenkins Stephenson:

Jenkins’ birth date is estimated based on the 1810 Federal census and the estimated birth date of his brother Arthur. See Census Records below and the introductory note in the Notes for Arthur (d. 1823).

Information as to the place of Jenkins’ marriage is based on research notes of Gilbert T. Stephenson (date unknown); not independently verified. These notes state that Jenkins lived where Conway now is.

As indicated by the estate records, Jenkins was an educated man who appears to have studied law. See the list of it4ems in his estate, which included a book of justice (item 2). Minutes of the Northampton County Court of Common Pleas and Quarter Sessions show that Jenkins was a justice of the court at the time of his death.

Estate Records:

1. Jenkins died intestate. Benjamin Stephenson, his brother, was appointed administrator of his estate. See bond dated September 5, 1815, signed by Benjamin Stevenson, Arthur Stevenson and Winborn Odom.

2. Inventory dated March 18, 1815, includes various farm implements and tools, one riding cart and wheels, 8 cattle, 4 horses, 4 sheep, a dozen geese, 9 hogs, a gun, powder horn and shot, two razors and stroops, a parcel of books, a candle stand, two ink stands, a compass, a slate, a silver watch, a large and small trunk, a chest, 3 beds and furniture, a cupboard, a table, chairs, earthen plates, a sugar box, an umbrella, a cradle, 2 sleighs and harnesses, saddles, pots and pans including a cooking glass, frying pan, skillet and tea kettle, a blowing horn, 2 basins, 2 pewter plates, knivesw and forks, 2 bowls, a spice mortar, 2 bread trays, a cow bell, 3 spinning wheels and vegetables including corn.

A report of the sale of estate property dated September 20, 1815, shows Martha, Arthur, Charles, John and Benjamin Stevenson, and several members of Jenkins family, among others, purchased items, which included a book of justice, a book of arithmetic, a hymn book, a bible, a woman’s saddle, a brandy barrel, silver-plated spoons, a shot gun and a man’s saddle.

3. At the 1815 Spring Term of the Court of Common Pleas and Quarter Sessions, Jenkins’ widow, Martha, petitioned for her dower rights to a portion of 170 acres of land, adjoining Benjamin Stevenson, Etheldred Martin, Thomas Martin and others included in Jenkins estate, and requested that Winborn Odom be appointed to determine a proper division of the land between Martha and Jenkins’ five minor children (under the age of 21), Sally, Burket, Charity, Matilda, and Deberry [sic-other records show his name as Littleberry] for whom a guardian had not been appointed. The petition stated that Jenkins died in March 1815.

On November 17, 1815, a jury that included Zaccheus Martin, Arthur Davis, Nathan Britten, John Martin, Etheldred Martin and others awarded Martha one-third of the land, her tract adjoining Randolph Odom, Etheldred Martin and the road.

4. John Stephenson [probably Jenkins’ brother] was appointed guardian for Jenkins’ minor children (under the age of 21), Sally, Burkett, Charity, Matilda and Littleberry, who were still minors in 1825. See bond dated March 10, 1825, signed by J. W. Stevenson, Wright Allen and James Daughtry. Burket, Charity and Matilda were still minors in 1827. See item 6 below.

5. An accounting by John, as guardian for Jenkins’ minor children, reports the sale of one slave girl Chery, on December 23, 1815, for $212.25, and the same of another, girl Reany, to James Martin for $175 on December 17, 1816. A report by John on September 1, 1817, states that he held as guardian for Jenkins’ minor children 170 acres of land and 11 slaves, which property remained undivided. A report by John on April 24, 1824, reports the sale of slaves for a total of $535 on behalf of Jenkins’ children, Matilda and Littleberry.

6. At the 1827 December Term of the Court of Common Pleas and Quarter Sessions, Wade Garris and his wife Sally, Jenkins’ daughter, petitioned for a division of 170 acres of land among the petitioners and Burket, Charity and Matilda Stevenson, represented by John Stevenson their guardian. [It is not apparent why Jenkins’ son Littleberry, if still alive, was not included.]

On July 10, 1828, the land was ordered divided among Burket, Charity, Matilda and Wade Garris (through the right of his wife Sally). The description of the division and a plat show the land adjoined Zaccheus Martin, a branch, Patty’s Delight, Thomas Martin and Benjamin Stevenson.

Census Records:

1. 1810 Federal Census (page ): Jenkins Stephens--1 white male under 10; 1 white male 26-44; 2 white females under 10; 2 white females 16-25; 8 slaves.

Tax Records:

See introductory note under Tax Records in Notes for William.

1. 1810 Tax List (District 7): Jenkins Stevenson Hrs-1 free poll; 4 black polls; 113 acres of land valued at $453.
2. 1824 Tax List (District 7): J. Stevenson’s heirs-113 acres of land valued at $455.

Jenkins married Martha (Patsy) Jenkins about 1800 in Ahoskie, Hertford County, North Carolina. Martha was born about 1780 in Ahoskie, Hertford County, North Carolina, USA and died before 8 Jun 1826. {FSID: L6QD-7SG}

General Notes: The following information was provided by Alan C. Stephenson, from Chapel Hill, North Carolina, March 25, 2010:

Notes for Martha Unknown:

Census Records:

1. 1840 Federal Census (page 117): Martha Stephenson-1 white male 10-14; 1 white male 60-69; 1 white female 30-39; [It is not certain that this is Jenkins' widow. There is another Martha Stephenson on page 127 of the 1840 census listed as age 15-19.]

More about Jenkins Stephenson and Martha Unknown:
Marriage: Near Ahoskie, Hertford County, North Carolina
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some information from Familysearch.org
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+ 84 F ii. Sarah "Sallie" Ellen Stephenson was born on 28 Jan 1806 in Harrellsville, Northampton County, North Carolina, USA and died on 19 Feb 1856 in Murfreesboro, Northampton County, North Carolina, USA at age 50. {FGID: 179620482}

General Notes: The following information was provided by Alan C. Stephenson, from Chapel Hill, North Carolina, March 25, 2010:

Notes for Burkett Stephenson:

Burkett’s birth date is estimated based on the fact that he was still being represented by a guardian in 1827. See item 6 under Estate Records in the Notes for Jenkins.

The identity of Burkett’s wife, Betsey Newsom, is based on information taken from research notes of Gilbert T. Stephenson (date unknown); not independently verified.

Tax Records:

See introductory note under Tax Records in Notes for William.

1. 1828 Tax List (District 7): Burkit Stephenson, following John Stephenson and above Charity and Matilda Stephenson [John was their guardian]-47-1/3 acres of land valued at $118.

+ 87 F v. Matilda Stephenson was born in 1810 in North Carolina. {FSID: L8PG-G2K}

63. Arthur Stephenson (Abraham³⁶, Arthur Sr.¹⁷, Abraham Sr.³, (William) John Jr.², John Sr.¹) was born about 1779 in Northampton County, North Carolina and died in 1823 in Northampton County, North Carolina about age 44.

General Notes: **The following information was taken from Rebecca Leach Ddozier's book, "Twelve Northhampton County, North Carolina Families 1650-1850, published by Gateway Press, INC., Baltimore, MD 2004; page 338:

Arthur ((Abraham(4), Arthur(3), Abraham(2), John Stephenson(1)), a son of Abraham and Mary Jenkins Stephenson, was born around 1779 in Northampton Co., NC. Arthur's first wife was Penelope (Penny) Newsom, who he married before 1812 and probably before 1799(82). His second wife was Cherry Davis, who he married on 4 march 1816(83). On 6 June 1812, Penny's brother Winborne Newsom sold Arthur for $330 three Negroes slaves, one female slave byn the name of Manny, and two slave boys named Cooper and David. When Arthur wrote his will in 1823, he mentioned the male slaves by name, willing them to his children by his first wife Penny. Arthur named in his will his second wife Cherry and the following children, Mary (Polly), David, Winborned, Jesse, Jenny, Elizabeth (Betsy), Abraham, Rebecca (Becky), Littleberry, Tabitha, and Penelope (Penny) Stephenson. According to census records, the last three, Littleberry, Tabitha and Penelope, were born after 1816 and were children of Arthur and Cherry Davis Stephenson. On 14 march 1827 in Northammpton County, Winborne, Jesse, and Abraham Stephenson petitioned for a division of their father's land. Each of them was to receive 58 2/3 acres bounded by Boon's land(84). According to Gilbert T. Stephenson, Arthur lived on land where B. J. Ricks was living at the time his family's history was written. Arthur was buried in his father Abraham Stephenson's private family cemet3ery, which was under cultivated at the time Mr. Stephenson's familly history was being updated in 1950. The cemetery was located between "Hedgspeth Crossroads, (between Conway and Pendleton, but closer to Conway) and Galatia, NC".(85) This place at one time was known as the W. P. Sykes' old home place. Northampton marsriage records found for two of Arthur's children indicated that Mary (Polly) marriaed Noah Futrell on 4 January 1816 and that Abraham Stephenson married Eliza Powell on 1 October 1833 in Northampton County(86). Gilbert T. Stephenson's notes had the following recorded about Arthur Stephenson:

"Arter, 2nd son of Abraham.
Lived where B. J. Ricks lives now. Farmer and slaveholder.
Married 1st Penny Newsom, 2nd ___Davis. Lived near his father.
Children were David (did not marry), Polly (married Noah Futrell),
Jenny (did not marry), Betsy (married Joe Summer),
Becky (did not marry), Abraham (married Eliza Powell),
Winborne (did not marry). Buried at this fathers."

Arthur's children by his first wife Penny Newsom were Mary, David Winborne, Jesse, Jenny, Elizabeth (Betsy), Abraham, and Rebecca (Becky) Stephenson. Arthur's children by his second wife Cherry Davis were Littleberry, Tabitha, and Penelope Stephenson(87).

(82)Northampton Co., NC WB 3, p. 76, Will of Winborne Newsom dated 22 April 1812, mentioned that Penelope Stephenson was his sisteer. Penny's children Winborne and Arthur Stephenson are mentioned in Winborne Newsom's will. Penny's date of marriage was based on the number of children she had before 1815. According to census records Penny had eight children prior to Arthur's marriage to Cherry Davis in 1816. Giving Penny two years between each child, the date of her marriage could have been about 1799.

(83)Imgmire, Frances T., Northampton Co., NC Marrage Records, 1812-1867, p. 47; Northampton Co., NC DB 22, p. 101.

(84)Northampton Co., NC, DB 23, p. 178.

(85)The source of the cemetery information was the undated notes of Gilbert Stephenson sometime in the 1950's, and at the time the cemetery was under cultivation.

(86)Imgmire, Frances, T., Northampton Co., NC Marriage Records, 1812-1867, p. 47; Northampton Co., NC DB 22, p. 101.

(87)Census records determined parents of children. All children born prior to 1816 should have been Penny Newsom's children. All children born after 1816 should have been Cherry Davis' children.

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This information was given to me by Jeannie Stephenson Stinson:

Census: (Northampton)
1850 Dwelling 687, Cherry Stephenson 57, $435 Real NC, Pricilla Tann 30 Mu, James Tann 6 Mu, Samuel tann 3 Mu.

Marriage: Northampton County, Marriage bond index: Arthur Stevenson to Cherry Davis on March 4, 1816. Bond - Jno. Wood.

Real Estate: Northampton County
Book 16, page 136, dated June 8, 1812, Winborn Newsom of Northampton County to Arthur Stephenson $330 for three negroes, namly one woman by the name of Mamy, two boys one by the name of Cooper, the other by the name of David. Signed Winborn Newsom Witness: Tho Joyner, Thomas Martin, Charles Stephenson

Book 22, page 101, Dated April 20, 1823, Recorded January 2, 1824, Dower of Cherry Stephenson, widow of Arthur Stephenson, beginning at a corner red oak Elais Powell's corner thence north east to a stake thence north west to a stake thence south to a maplae in Benjamin Stephenson line thence along his line south east to elais Powell's line south east to the beginning containing 58 2/3 acres including the dwelling house, etc. Note Cherry Stevenson also received 117 3/4 acres from the division of her father, Arthur Davis's estate. Deed Book 26, page 105, Recorded March 22, 1833 and 58 acres in 1839, deed book 26, page 359.

Book 23, page 178. Dated May 14, 1827. Petition for the division of the lands of the Estate of Arthur Stephenson, deceased. By Winborne, Jesse, Abraham Stephenson. Total 166 acres bounded by Boon's line. Each received 58 2/3 acres.

Will:
Northampton County: Original in State Archives - dated January 23, 1823, In the name of God, Amen. I, Arthur Stevenson of Northampton County and State of North Carolina being at this time of a disposing mind and memory thanks be to God for it therefore calling to mind the mortality of my body knowing that it is for all flesh to die - do make this my last Will and Testament in the following manner and form.
First I give the following negroes to Wit: Mike, Ephrim, Nancy, rose, Dorcus, Tilda, Zelphia, Hasty, Cooper to my Children namely, Winborn, Jesse, jinny, Abraham, Betsy, Rebecca Stevensons, to be equally divided amongst them and their heirs forever.
Also all the whole of my land that I have in possession, I give to be equally divided between my three sons Winborne, Jessie, & Abraham Stevensons after my death to them and their heirs forever.
I give to my daughter Polly Tutrell all the property that I gave which she has in her possession.
I give to my son David Stevenson all the property that I gave him which he has in his possession.
I give the balance of my property after paying all my just debts to be equally divided between my children namely Winborn, Jesse, Jinny, Betsy, Rebecca, Abraham, Littleberry, Tabitha, and Penelope Stevensons to them and their heirs forever.
I also lend unto my beloved wife, Cherry Stevenson one third of my lands and one negro woman named Aggy and at her marriage or death the said negro woman Aggy be divided amongst Jinny, Winborn, Jesse, Besty, Rebecca, and Abraham Stevensons to them and their heirs forever.
I do make and ordain my Son David Stevenson and John Stephenson Exec to this my last Will and Testament given under my hand and seal this 17th day of January 1823.
Signed Arthur Stevenson, Witness (?)Johnson, Nathan Britten

("Stevenson" seems to be the handwriting of the person writing the will and "Arthur" in a shaky style by a different person, possibly Arthur -- Could this be a deathbed will? John Stephenson is believed to be brother of Arthur.)

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA, NORTHAMPTON COUNTY. At a Superior Court of Law and Equity held for the County aforesaid at the Courthouse therein on the 5th Monday after the 4th Monday in March A.D. 1823 by the Honorable George e. Bridges one of the Judges of the Superior Cours of Law and Equity for the State aforesaid, came on to be tried the appeal in the case of Arthur Stevenson's Executors against Cherry Stevenson widow on a Caviat to Arthur Stevenson's Will and the issue of divisavit vel non, when the following Jury to Wit: John D. Magett, William Moody, Collin W. Barnes, Joseph Pinner, William Outland, Joyner Boon, Sterling Boykins, John Coker, Enoch Lassiter, Henry W. Gary, Willie Lewter and Peterson Brown being duly sworn and impaneled to try this issue "Whether the paper Writing purposting to be the last Will and Testament is the last Will and Testament of the said Arthur Stevenson", upon their oath do say that "the paper Writing produced is the Last Will and Testament of Arthur Stevenson". Whereupon it is ordered by the Court that the said will together with the proceedings on this Court be certified to the next County Court that the same may be admitted to probate and record therein. I, William B. Lockhart, Clerk of the Superior Court of Law and Equity in and for the County of Narthampton do certify that the foregoing to be a correct copy from the minutes in my office. Given under my hand and seal this 2nd day of June AD 1823. Signed W. B. Lockhart, CSC

Other:
Note 1. Notes of Gilbert Stephenson, not dated: "Arter, 2nd son of Abraham. Lived where B. J. Ricks lives now. Farmer and slaveholder. Married 1st Penny Newsom, 2nd ?? Davis. Lived near his father. Children were David (did not marry). Polly (married Noah Futrell), Jenny (did not marry), Betsey (married Joe Sumner), Becky (did not marry), Abraham (married Eliza Powell), Winborne (did not marry), buried at this fathers.
Note 2. Note of Lou King. He also had three children by Cherry Davis. Littleberry, Tabitha, Penelope

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The following information was provided by Alan C. Stephenson, from Chapel Hill, North Carolina, March 25, 2010:

Notes for Arthur Stephenson:

Arthur's birth date is estimated based on the assumption that he was at least 21 years old when he appeared as the head of a household in the 1800 Federal Census. See Census Records below.

According to research notes of Gilbert T. Stephenson (date unknown), Arthur lived "where B. J. Ricks lives now" (once known as the W. P. Sykes' place) near his father Abraham. The notes state this property was probably inherited by Delia, the sister of David Newsom Stephenson, and last owned by Viola Stephenson and Carrie Harris, daughters of Mollie Sykes. The notes also state that Arthur is buried with his father Abraham in a private cemetery on the road between Hedgspeth Crossroads (between Conway and Pendleton but nearer Conway) and Galatia. According to the notes, the location of this cemetery was probably under cultivation at the time (1974).

The notes also state that Arthur's children David, Jenny, Becky, and Winborne were never married.

Marriage Bonds:

1. None found for first wife Penelope Newsom.

2. Arthur Stevenson, groom; Cherry Davis, bride; March 4, 1816; Jno C. Wood, bondsman, NH Marriage Bonds, p. 189.

Deeds:

1. John Martin to Arthur Stephenson dated March 7, 1793, a lease for 8 years of land [acres not specified] adjoining the swamp, Martha Vick, Elias Powell and Jesse Brittain; witnessed by Elisha Lawrence. NH DB 10:157. [It is assumed that the grantee in this deed was Arthur (d. 1823) because there is not another Arthur who appears in the records as of the date of this deed.]

2. Elias Lankford to Arthur Stephenson dated January 5, 1811, 90 pounds Va. for 85 acres adjoining Kerby Creek, Manders [Mandue's?] branch, Joseph Johnson and a branch; witnessed by Benjamin Stevenson and Winborn Newsom. NH DB 16:40.

3. Arthur Stevenson to Jeremiah Johnson (of Southampton Co. Va.) dated April 21, 1814, $425 for 100 acres on Kerby Creek adjoining the creek, Manders [Mandue's?] branch, John Pipkin and a small branch; witnessed by Charles and John Stevenson. NH DB 17:47.

4. Charles Stevenson to Arthur Stevenson [no relationship stated] dated January 28, 1817, $635 for 135 acres on Coyroy Swamp adjoining Benjamin Boon, Benjamin Clifton and others; witnessed by [illegible] Johnson, John J. Stevenson and Thomas Martin. NH DB 18:148.

5. Arthur Stevenson to John Darden dated February 10, 1819 (signed August 25, 1820), $108 for the dowry land laid off for the widow of Elias Darden; witnessed by John Stevenson. NH DB 20:434.

6. Arthur Stevenson to David Stevenson dated August 15, 1821, deed of gift to son David for 135 acres on Coyroy Swamp being the land called "Martin's place" adjoining Benjamin Clifton, Benjamin Boon, Charles Stevenson and others; witnessed by John and Charles Stevenson. NH DB 21:12.

7. Arthur Stevenson to David Stevenson dated August 15, 1821, deed of gift to son David of two slaves, Daniel and Martha; witnessed by Charles J. Stevenson and J. W. [?] Stevenson; proved in court by John Stevenson. NH DB 21:12.

Will dated January 17, 1823 (proved , 1823)

"In the name of God amen, I Arthur Stevenson of Northampton County and State of North Carolina being at this time of a disposing mind and memory thanks be to God for it therefore calling to mind the mortality of my body knowing that it is appointed for all flesh once to die - do make this my last will and testament in the following manner and form
First I give the following negroes to wit. Mike, Ephraim, Nancy, Rose, Dorcas, Tilda, Zilphia, Hasty, Cooper to my children namely, Winbourn, Jesse, Jinny, Abraham, Betsy, Rebecca Stevensons to be equally divided amongst them and their heirs forever also the whole of my land that I have in possession I give to be equally divided between my three sons Winbourn, Jesse and Abraham Stevensons after my death to them and their heirs forever-
I give to my daughter Polly Futrell all the property that I gave her which she has in possession-
I give to my son David Stevenson all the property that I gave him which he has in possession-
I give the ballance [sic] of my property after paying all my just debts to be equally divided between my children namely, Winbourn, Jesse, Jinny, Betsy, Rebecca, Abraham, Littleberry, Tabitha and Pennylope Stevensons to them and their heirs forever--
I also lend unto my beloved wife Cherry Stevenson one third of my lands, and one negro woman named Aggy during her widowhood-and at her marriage or death the said negro woman Aggy is to be equally divided amongst Jenny, Winbourn, Jesse, Betsy, Rebecca, and Abraham Stevensons to them and their heirs forever-
I do make and ordain my son David Stevenson and John Stevenson Exors to this my last well and testament given under my hand and seal this 17th day of January-1823-

Witness:Arthur Stevenson
[illegible] Johnson
Nathan Britten"

Estate Records:

1. Legal proceedings were brought by Arthur's widow Cherry in the county court to challenge the validity of Arthur's will. A transcript of the proceedings in the 1823 March Term of the court states at a jury that included William Stevenson found that the document purporting to be Arthur's will was not his last will and testament. In a proceeding brought by the executors in the Superior Court of Northampton County, a different jury found that the purported will was Arthur's last will and testament. The will was admitted to probate. [Presumably, Cherry was unhappy with the bequests to her and her three children by Arthur, Littleberry, Tabitha, and Penelope, compared to the bequests to Arthur's other children.]

2. Cherry then petitioned the county court 1823 June Term for her rights of dower stating that she was dissatisfied with the provision made for her in Arthur's will. On August 18, 1823, a jury consisting of John Martin, William Maddry, Jesse Darden, Elias Powell, Drury Nelson, James Daughtery, William Oliver, William Manson, John Gardner, John Futrell, Willie Suiter and Benjamin Boon awarded Cherry a portion of Arthur's land containing 58-2/3 acres adjoining Elias Powell and Benjamin Boon.

3. David Stevenson was appointed guardian for Arthur's son Winbourn, a minor. See bond dated June 3, 1823.

4. James Martin was appointed administrator for the purpose of conducting inventories and sales of property in the estate. See bond dated March 4, 1823.

5. Estate inventories and accountings of estate sales show the estate included, among other property, various farm implements, livestock including 20 sheep, 60 hogs, 2 horses, 10 head of cattle, vegetables including corn, potatoes and peas, cotton, lumber, a grind stone, bacon, beef, lard, a clock, a rug, a buffet, glasses, 3 books, tables, chairs, 4 beds and furniture, pots, earthenware, utensils, 3 packs of cards, a loom, a cubbard, a saddle, soap grease, a cradle, a trumpet, a cart and wheels, cider, 5 quarts of brandy and numerous other items. The estate also included 9 slaves in addition to Aggy.

Persons who bought property at the estate sales included Arthur Davis, David Stephenson, James Martin, Absalom Jenkins, Charles Stephenson, Winborn Buxton Allen and others.

6. Winbourn (through David his guardian), Jesse and Abraham petitioned the county court for a division of the land that Arthur's will provided was to be equally divided among them. On November 27, 1826, arbitrators consisting of Zaccheus Martin, Noah Odom, Willie Lewter, Jesse Darden and James Daughtery allotted the 170 acres of land adjoining Benjamin Boon's land into three tracts of 58-2/3 acres each.

7. In 1822, shortly before Arthur's death, Etheldred Martin (apparently the son of Etheldred Martin whose daughter Rhoda later married Arthur's son Jesse) commenced a slander suit in county court against Arthur claiming damages of $500. [What Arthur allegedly said to slander Etheldred could not be determined from the available records.] A court transcript states that a jury reached a verdict in favor of the plaintiff, but awarded only 38 shillings in damages and assessed costs of the suit of $21.36 against plaintiff. The plaintiff appealed the verdict to the Superior Court; the records do not show the outcome of the appeal but there is no evidence that it was successful. Arthur's brother Benjamin separately sued Etheldred Martin for trespass vi et armis [The nature of the trespass does not appear in the records, but it was probably for some alleged injury to person or property.] Benjamin lost the case, apparently because the statute of limitations had expired.

8. Other litigation. The estate was also involved in other litigation, both as plaintiff and defendant:

(a) Wright Allen obtained a judgment against the estate for debts of $750 and interest plus costs of the suit.

(b) The estate sued Buxton Allen and James Daughtery for debts of $224.

(c) John Fly sued the estate and obtained an execution of judgment against the lands held by the estate for $7.50 with interest plus $2.80 costs. [Interestingly, Zaccheus Martin, a friend of Arthur's family, was the sitting court justice.]

(d) The estate obtained a judgment of $254.63 including costs against Josiah Parker.

Census Records:

1. 1800 Federal Census (page ): Arthur Stevenson-1 white made under 10; 1 white male 16-25; 1 white female 16-25; 8 slaves.

2. 1810 Federal Census (page ): Arthur Stevenson-2 white males under 10; 1 white male 10-15; 1 white male 16-25; 1 white male 26-44; 3 white females under 10; 1 white female 10-15; 1 white female 26-44; 16 slaves.

3. 1820 Federal Census: For some reason, Arthur does not appear in this census.

More About Arthur Stephenson:
Burial: Northampton County, North Carolina
Will: January 17, 1823, Northampton County, North Carolina
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From Ed Barnes posted at: http://genforum.genealogy.com/stephenson/messages/2507.html
dated March 20, 2001

I was born in Northampton County in 1929, lived there until the late 1940's and still visit the county often. I am descended from Arthur Stephenson, Benjamin's brother. Their father was Abraham Stephenson who served in the Revoluntionary War. I was raised by my mother's sister who was married to LLoyd Ricks. Lloyd Ricks was the grandson of Elizabeth Susan Stephenson. His father Ben Ricks was raised by his three old maid Aunts and inherited the land that the three Aunts inherited from their Father, Benjamin Stephenson. The deeds of Division of Benjamin Stephenson's land leads me to believe that the home of Ben Ricks was the site of Benjamin Stephenson home.

You might want to go to www.topozone.com and follow the links to the topo map of the Conway, NC area. Go to the 1:25,000 resolution. If you follow the road 1342 which leads northwest you will see the elevation number 107. Across the the road and to the west a few yards you will note the symbol of the house that was the home of Ben Ricks.

Arthur married Penelope (Penny) Newsom about 1799. Penelope died before 1816.

General Notes: The following information was provided by Alan C. Stephenson, from Chapel Hill, North Carolina, March 25, 2010:

Notes for Penelope Newsom:

Will dated April 22, 1812, (NH WB 3:76) of Winborn Newsom names sister Penelophy [sic] Stephens, Winborn Stephenson and named Arthur Stephenson as executor. The will was witnessed by Etheldred Martin, Benjamin Stevenson and Thomas Martin.

General Notes: Never married.

Census:
1850 Dwelling 474 David Stevenson 47, Farmer $1000 NC, Jane 30 (Need to check Gilbert Stephenson's chart indicates that he died in war and was single.)

Other:
N.C. Troops, Vol. 1, Artillery, Page 369, Com. C. 3rd Battalion, N. C. Light Artillery, David W. Stephenson, Private. Born in Northampton County where he resided as a laborer and enlisted at 42, January 30, 1862 for the war. Died at Richmond, VA March 27 - May 1, 1862.

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The following information was provided by Alan C. Stephenson, from Chapel Hill, North Carolina, March 25, 2010:

Notes for David Stephenson:

Deeds:

1. See deeds 6 and 7 under Deeds in Notes for Arthur (d. 1823).

2. Benjamin Clifton to David Stevenson dated October 27, 1827, $75 for 30 acres adjoining David Stevenson, the branch and Benjamin Boon; witnessed by John and Charles Stevenson. NH DB 24:143.

3. Benjamin Clifton to John Stephenson, as trustee for David Stephenson, dated January 26, 1828, deed of trust to secure debt of Clifton covering land adjoining David Stephenson, Benjamin Boon and others; witnessed by B. F. Wells and Benjamin Stevenson. NH DB 24:190.

4. John Stevenson, as trustee, to David Stevenson dated July 15, 1828, $73.28 for the land described in deed 3 above after being sold at action to David as the highest bidder; witnessed by Zaccheus Martin and Willie Parker. NH DB 25:33.

Census Records:

1. 1830 Federal Census (page 123): David Stephenson-1 white male 15-19; 1 white male 30-39; 1 white female 20-29; 4 slaves.

2. 1840 Federal Census (page 113): David Stephenson-1 white male 40-49; 1 white female 5-9; 1 white female 15-19; 10 slaves.

3. 1850 Federal Census (page 30): David Stephenson-David, age 49; Jane, age 30. Both are listed as illiterate.

Tax Records:

See introductory not under Tax Records in Notes for William.

1. 1823 Tax List (District 7): David Stevenson-1 free poll; 3 black polls; 135 acres of land valued at $472.

2. 1824 Tax List (District 7): David Stevenson-1 free poll; 2 black polls; 135 acres of land valued at $472.

3. 1828 Tax List (District 7): David Stephenson-1 free poll; 3 black polls; 162 acres of land valued at $539.

4. 1834 Tax List (District 7): David Stevenson-1 free poll; 3 black polls; 235 acres of land valued at $714.

5. 1836 Tax List (District 7): David Stephens-1 free poll; 3 black polls; 292 acres of land valued at $850.

6. 1837 Tax List (District 7): David Stephenson-1 free poll; 4 black polls; 235 acres of land valued at $705; situated “on the south side of Deberry’s mill pond adj. Ben Boon and others”; dwelling house.

7. 1838 Tax List (District 7): David Stephenson-1 free poll; 3 black polls; 235 acres of land valued at $705.

Slave Schedules:

1. 1850 Schedule of Slave Inhabitants (page 19): David Stephenson-males (age): 1 (57); 1 (30); 2 (16); 1 (19); 1 (13); 2 (10); 1 (9); 1 (6); 1 (2); ---- females (age): 1 (60); 1 (20); 1 (14); 2 (11); 1 (5); 1 (3); 1 (22)---total: 18.

+ 89 M ii. Jesse Stephenson was born 1804 or 1806 in Northampton County, North Carolina and died in 1854 in Northampton County, North Carolina at age 50. {FSID: MYVP-1YX}

+ 90 M iii. Abraham Stephenson was born in 1813 and died in 1857 at age 44. {FSID: MYV5-9GS}

91 F iv. Rebecca Stephenson was born about 1813 and died in 1854 about age 41.

General Notes: This information was provided to me by Jeannie Stephenson Stinson:

Children: None - Did not marry.

Census:
1850: Dwelling 9, Jesse Stephenson 44, farmer $3748 b. NC, Rhoda 33, Abram 16 student, lorenza 9, Martha Martin 70, Rebecca Stephenson 37.

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The following information was provided by Alan C. Stephenson, from Chapel Hill, North Carolina, March 25, 2010:

Birth and death dates are from Alan.

General Notes: The following information was prvided to me by Jeannie Stephenson Stinson:

Children: No children. Did not marry.

Will:
Northampton County, Will book 5, page 65, Dated 29 September 1847, "I give and bequeath unto to beloved brother Abraham Stevenson, one negro woman named, Rose, two negro boys named Drew and Elisha, two girls named Liza and Levenia also all the land owned and possessed of all my crops of all kinds also the whole of my estate consisting of stock of all kinds household and kitchen furniture farming utensils etc" Names brother Abraham Stevenson, executor.
Signed Winborn (x) Stevenson. Witness: Silas Edwards, K. Powell.

Other: Probably named for maternal grandfather Winborn Newsom, father of Penelope Newsom Stephenson.

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The following information was provided by Alan C. Stephenson, from Chapel Hill, North Carolina, March 25, 2010:

Birth and death dates are from Alan.

Notes for Winborne Stephenson:

Winborne’s birth date is estimated based on the fact that he still had a guardian to represent him in 1826. See item 6 under Estate Records in the Notes for Arthur (d. 1823).

Census Records:

1. 1830 Federal Census (page 134): Winborne Stephens-1 white male 20-29; 1 slave.

2. 1840 Federal Census (page 90): Winborn Stevenson-1 white male 30-49; 4 slaves.

Tax Records:

See introductory note under Tax Records in Notes for Jesse.

1. 1834 Tax List (District 7): Winborn Stevenson-1 free poll; 1 black poll; 57 acres of land valued at $171.

2. 1836 Tax List (District 7): Winborn Stephens-1 free poll; 1 black poll; 114 acres of land valued at $342.

3. 1837 Tax List (District 7): Winborn Stephenson-1 free poll; 1 black poll; 114 acres of land valued at $255; “lying on the south of Coyroy swamp adj. the lands of Kinchen Powell and others”; dwelling house.

4. 1838 Tax List (District 7): Winbourn Stevenson-1 free poll; 1 black poll; 146 acres of land valued at $438.

5. 1846 Tax List (District 7): Winborn Stephenson-1 free poll; 3 black polls; 152 acres of land valued at $462.

General Notes: Information provided by Jeannie Stephenson Stinson:

No Children- Did not marry.

General Notes: The following information was provided by Alan C. Stephenson, from Chapel Hill, North Carolina, March 25, 2010:

Notes for Noah Futrell:

The first name of Polly’s husband is based on research notes of Gilbert T. Stephenson (date unknown); not independently verified.

Arthur next married Cherry Davis on 4 Mar 1816. Cherry was born in 1793. {FSID: LZGN-NSR}

General Notes: The following information was provided by Alan C. Stephenson, from Chapel Hill, North Carolina, March 25, 2010:

Notes for Cherry Davis:

See estate Records in Notes for Arthur (d. 1823).

Land Records:

1. Division of lands of Arthur Davis dated November 12, 1834, commissioners including James Stephenson report on the division of the land of Arthur Davis, deceased, on the petition of his heirs Cherry Davis, Sterling Davis and others; a plat shows the land adjoined the west side of Cypress Swamp and the north side of pine branch. NH DB 26:359.

Census Records:

1. 1840 Federal Census (page 92): Cherry Stephenson-1 white female 40-49; 1 slave.
2. 1850 Federal Census (page 42): Cherry Stephenson-Cherry, age 57, Priscilla Tamm, age 30, James Tamm, age 6, Samuel Tamm, age 3; value of real estate $435.

Tax Records:

See introductory note under Tax Records in Notes for William.

1. 1834 Tax List (District 7): Cherry Stevenson-1 free poll; 1 black poll; 57 acres of land valued at $142.

2. 1836 Tax List (District 7): Cherry Stephens-2 black polls; 175 acres of land valued at $497.

3. 1837 Tax List (District 7): Cherry Stevenson-2 black polls; 175 acres of land valued at $437; “lying on the south of Coyroy Swamp adj. the lands of Hillary Davis and others”; log house.

4. 1838 Tax List (District 7): Cherry Stephenson-2 black polls; [no acreage stated].

5. 1846 Tax List ( District 7): Cherry Stephenson-2 black polls; 174 acres of land valued at $435.

Slave Schedules:

1. 1850 Schedule of Slave Inhabitants (page 36): Cherry Stevenson-1 male (age 38).

More about Arthur Stephenson and Cherry Davis:
Marriage: March 4, 1816

+ 98 M iii. Littleberry Stephenson was born 1813 or 1818 in Northampton County, NC and died in 1895 at age 82. {FSID: KLX4-TV2}

64. Amy Stephenson (Abraham³⁶, Arthur Sr.¹⁷, Abraham Sr.³, (William) John Jr.², John Sr.¹) was born about 1780. {FSID: 2MBY-W8H}

General Notes: **The following information was taken from Rebecca Leach Ddozier's book, "Twelve Northhampton County, North Carolina Families 1650-1850, published by Gateway Press, INC., Baltimore, MD 2004; page 343-345:

Amy and Charles Stephenson, according to family lore, were children of Abraham Stephenson (ca. 1750-ca. 1823), but this researcher (Rebecca Dozier) found only circumstantial and not primary evidence to prove their relationship(114). ............ What is known about Amy is recorded below.

Amy ((Abraham(4), Arthur(3), Abraham(2), John Stephenson(1)), a supposed daughter of Abraham and Mary J. Stephenson(115), was born around 1776 in Northampton Co., NC(116). Circumstantial evidence based on Gilbert t. Stephenson's ancestors' family history, the fact that Amy named one of her sons Stephenson Martin, her husband Thomas Masrtin's relationship with Abraham Stephenson and the Stephenson family in Northampton County's land transactions(117) all provided some evidence that the Amy who married about 1800, and according to Gilbert T. Stephenson's family history, the pair married in Ahoskie, Hertford Co., NC(119). by 1820 they had lliving in their household one male between 16 to 26 years of age, one male 45 years or more (Thomas), four females under 10 years, two females 10-16 years, and one female 26 to 45 years (Amy). They had one son, James, who was born after 1820(120). Amy's death date has not been determined, but supposedly she died around 1832, about three years after her husband. Thomas Martin wrote his will 7 September 1829, and it was probated during Northampton County's December Court in 1829(121). Thomas named his wife Amy and all their children in his will. Amy and Thomas Martin lived near Zion Church, which is about three miles from Conway off of Highway 158 on the road to Creeksville, NC. They were buried near their home. Amy Stephenson and Thomas Martin's children as named in Thomas Martin's will were Stephenson, Dorotha, Mary, Silvy, Marian, Penelope, Amy, and James Thomas Carter Martin. Gilbert T. Stephenson's notes had the following about Amy Stephenson:

"Amy, 1st daughter of Abraham.
Married Jno. Martin. Lived near Zion Church. Children were
Stephenson (Woman from North), Dolly (married Solomon Flythe),
Sylvia (Jack Deberry), Polly (Cagey Garris),
Marian (Joe Britt). Buried at her home."

Note that Gilbert Stephenson recorded that Amy married John Martin instead of Thomas Martin. This fact has been proved to be in error(122).

(114)Abraham Stephenson's sketch is #47 in the main body of the Stephenson Family article.

(115)Prof of Amy being a daughter is based on Gilbert T. Stephenson's family history records. No legal document or Bible has been found proving this daughter-father relationship.

(116)Amy's birth date was based on a study of the Northampton Co., NC census records.

(117)Northampton Co., NC, DB 10, p. 374, and p. 531: Shows Thomas Martin's land bordered Abraham Stephenson's land.

(118)Nortrhampton Co., NC, WB 3, p. 265: Ethedred Martin's will dated 1822: Ethedred Martin named a son Thomas Martin in his will.

(119)Marriage date based on birth of their first child, Stephenson, who was born about 1801, according to Northmpton County's 1850 census.

(120)Barnes, Thomas Wilson, 1850 Census, Northampton Co., NC, p. 93.

(121)Northampton Co., NC, WB B, p. 57: Thomas Martin's will dated 1829.

(122)Northampton co., NC, WB B, p. 57: Thomas Martin's will dated 1829.

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This information was obtained from Jeannie Stephenson Stinson:

Comment: No public record has been found that proves that Amy is the daughter of Abraham Stephenson, the patriot. The family legend is that Amy Martin's father was Abraham Stephenson. The notes of Gilbert Stephenson suppoprt this legend but no source has been found for his notes that were written in the 1950s. The notes differ from the public record in places, but are generally correct. Thomas is the husband rather than John, and Thomas's will names children, Amy and James Thomas Carter as children not named in notes.

Marriage: Bond in northampton not identified

Will:
Thomas Martin, dated September 7, 1829, probated December Court, 1829. To wife, Amy Martin, for life, 50 acres of land including manor house and other houses and other houses, bed and furniture, negro boy Harwell, horse, cow and calf, all of the geese, 1/2 dozen sitting chairs. remainder of estate to be sold and divided among children living to 21, Stevenson, Polly, Silvey, Dorothy, Marium, Penelope, Amy, and James Thomas Carter Martin. After death of wife or marriage the balance is to be sold and divided among children. Names Stevenson Martin as executor.
Signed Thomas (x) Martin. Witness: William Lane, Jenny (x) Martin. Note: Probate spells executor as Stephenson

Other:
Notes of Gilbert Stephenson, not dated. "Amy, 1st daughter of Abraham. Married Jno. Martin. Lived near Zion Church. Children were Stephenson (Woman from North), Dolly married Soloman Flythe), Sylvia (Jack Deberry), Polly (Cagey Garris), Marian (Joe Britt). Buried at home."

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The following information was provided by Alan C. Stephenson, from Chapel Hill, North Carolina, March 25, 2010:

Notes for Amy Stephenson (Martin):
A record documenting Amy as Abraham's daughter has not been found. All information regarding Amy, other than the first name of her husband, is taken from research notes of Gilbert T. Stephenson (date unknown); not independently verified. The identity of Amy's husband is taken from research notes of Ed Barnes.

More About Amy Stephenson (Martin):
Burial: Northampton County, North Carolina

Amy married Thomas Martin. Thomas was born about 1780 and died on 7 Sep 1829 about age 49. {FSID: 2MBY-WC9}

99 M i. Stephenson Martin was born in 1801 and died in 1858 at age 57. {FSID: KZS7-L1S}

General Notes: This information was provided to me by Jeannie Stephenson Stinson:

Children: None identified.

Marriage: Northampton County Bond Index -
Stevenson Martin to Salley McDuel on 14 February 1833, Bd.- Kinchen Powell, Wit. Richard Weaver

Census:
1850: Dwelling 996 - Stevenson Martin 49, Farmer, $355 real, Sarah 48 (NC), Susan E. Wall 17, Rebecca Bass 10, Richard Inmann 35

Will:
Northampton County
Stevenson Martin, dated December 16, 1842, probated June court 1858, Gives to wife, Sarah martin all of his property both real and personal.... Signed - Stevenson Martin, Witness: Green Stancell, Henry (x) Pridden.

Sarah Martin, dated April 26, 1865, Probated June 1866, gives to William Pruden bed and furniture, one large blue chest and contents except her clothes. Gives to Martha Howell (?) One China (?), to Robert Spencer one bed and furniture and to Henry Pruden rest of real and personal property. Names Henry Pruden as executor.
Signed Sarah (x) Martin. Witness: Lewis d. Gay, James White.

Stephenson married Sarah (Salley) McDuel on 14 Feb 1833 in Northampton County, NC. Sarah died between 1865 and 1866. {FSID: KC8Y-2SF}

General Notes: This information was provided to me by Jeannie Stephenson Stinson

Marriage: Northampton County marriage Index
Zachariah Berry to Sylvany Martin on 15 August 1833. Bd Stevenson Martin, Witness R. H. Weaver

Census:
1850: Unable to identify either under Berry or Deberry

Will: Note: No will identified for Zachariah deberry

Other:
Notes of Gilbert Stephenson, not dated. "Amy, 1st daughter of Abraham. Married Jno. Martin. Lived near Zion Church. Children were Stephenson (Woman from North), Dolly married Soloman Flythe), Sylvia (Jack Deberry), Polly (Cagey Garris), Marian (Joe Britt). Buried at home."

Sylvia married Zachariah (Jack) Deberry on 15 Aug 1833 in Northampton County, NC. Zachariah was born about 1813.

General Notes: From Alan C. Stephenson: The identity of Sylvia's is based on research notes of Ed Barnes.

More about Zachariah Deberry and Sylvia (Deberry):
Marriage: August 15, 1833

General Notes: This information was provided to me by Jeannie Stephenson Stinson:

Note: marriage bond and 1850 Census not identified, No will identified.

Other:
Notes of Gilbert Stephenson, not dated. "Amy, 1st daughter of Abraham. Married Jno. Martin. Lived near Zion Church. Children were Stephenson (Woman from North), Dolly married Soloman Flythe), Sylvia (Jack Deberry), Polly (Cagey Garris), Marian (Joe Britt). Buried at home."

General Notes: From Alan C. Stephenson: The identity of Polly's husband is based on reseearch notes of Gilbert T. Stephenson (date unknown); not independently verified.

General Notes: This information was provided to me by Jeannie Stephenson Stinson:

Census:
1850 - Dwelling 1036 - John W. Garris 30 M W Laborer NC, Emma Garris 24 F W NC, Andrew Garris 11, Elizabeth Garris 7,
margarett Garris 3, James H. Garris 1. s(Note: Copied because John and Emma are living next door to Gideon and Penny Martin Garris. Unlikely to be Amy as she would have been only 11 when she married. Amey and Emma have a somewhat similar sound. Could the age of Emma be incorrect as son, Andrew, would have been born when she was 13?)

Marriage: Northampton County
John Wesley Garris to Amey Martin on December 5, 1837, Witness: Samuel Britt

Amy married John Wesley Garris on 5 Dec 1837 in Northampton County, NC. John was born in 1818.

+ 106 M viii. James Thomas Carter Martin was born in 1825 and died in 1911 at age 86. {FSID: LH2G-8H5}

65. Charles Stephenson (Abraham³⁶, Arthur Sr.¹⁷, Abraham Sr.³, (William) John Jr.², John Sr.¹) was born about 1781 and died about 1836 about age 55. {FSID: M9PX-H7Q}

General Notes: **The following information was taken from Rebecca Leach Dozier's book, "Twelve Northhampton County, North Carolina Families 1650-1850, published by Gateway Press, INC., Baltimore, MD 2004; pages 343, 345-346:

Amy and Charles Stephenson, according to family lore, were children of Abraham Stephenson (ca 1750-ca. 1823), but this researcher, Rebecca Dozier, found only circumstantial and not primary evidence to prove their relationship.(114) What is known about Charles and his descendants is recorded below:

Charles ((Abraham(4), Arthur(3), Abraham(2), John Stephenson(1)), a suppposed son of Abraham and Mary Jenkins Stephenson, was born around 1781 in Northampton Co., NC. Hertford County records show that Charles married Priscilla Newsome and that they lived in Hertford Co., NC(123). In Charles' will that was written 4 December 1836 and probated in February Court, 1837, he mentioned his wife Priscilla and no children's names. Charles left all of his estate to his wife, and at her death or marriage thenit was to be divided among all of his legal heirs. He did not name his heirs. Charles was mentioned in his wife Priscilla Newsome Stephenson's sister Sarah Newsome's Heretford County will,(124) but Sarah did not mention any nieces or nephews that might have been Charles's children. Gilbert T. Stephenson had the following written about Charles Stephenson in his historical papers, but some of this has been proven incorrect:

"Charles, 3rd son of Abraham.
Lived in Hertford County near Ahoskie. Married Miss Bety Newsoms. Farmer and
slaveholder. His children were John (Miss Higgs, 2nd widow in Virginia),
Mary (married Luke McGaughn), Martha (Married William Thomas),
Emily (married a Cowens), Charles (married away from home), Buried
in Hertford."

The reader should note that Mr. Stephenson had "Bety Newsoms" as Charles' wife, but this statement has been proven false because Betty Newsom was married to Lemuel Stephenson(125), whose relationship to Charles is unknown. Mr. Stephenson mentioned that Charles had children, and this was proven true by the 1850 Hertford County Census(126). On this census Priscilla Stephenson was found living with the following children, Sarah Stephenson, John, Martha Stephenson, and Emily Stephenson. The 1850 census also showed that Luke A. McGlohon lived in Hertford County with his wife Mary McGlohon and their four children, William, Annie, Martha, and Charles McGlohon.(127) No other research was done on the children of Charles Stephenson.

(114) Abraham Stephenson's sketch is #47 in the main body of the Stephenson Family article.

(123) Alamasy, Sandra Lee, Hertford Co., NC Wills, 1830 - 1856, p. 57: Will of Charles "Stevens:" Will of Sarah Newsom, p. 59: Charles' name is listed as "Stevens" in his will, but later he is referred to as "Stevenson" in his sister-in-law's will.

(124) Alsmay, Sandra Lee, Hertford Co., NC Wills 1830 - 1856, pp. 57, 59: Charles Stevens/Stephenson's will.

(125) Alsmay, Sandra Lee, Hertford Co., NC Wills 1830 -1856, p. 59: Sarah Newsom's will: Sarah named her sister Elizabeth Stephenson her Husband as Lemuel B. Stephenson in her will.

(126) Hertford County, NC, 1850 Census, p. 324, Dwelling 183, Southern District, on 8/29/1850, Priscilla Stevenson 53, farmer, Sarah Stevenson 30, John Stevenson 25, martha Stevenson 21, Emily Stevenson 19.

(127) Hertford County, NC, 1850 Census, p. 300, Dwelling 220, Northern District, Luke A. McGlohon 31, farmer, Mary McGlohon 30, William 8, Annie E. 6, Martha 4, Charles 1.

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This information was provided to me by Ed. Barnes.

Comment: No public record has been found that proves sthat Charles is the son of Abraham Stephenson, the patriot. The notes of Gilbert Stephenson cite Charles as the son of Abraham but no source has been found for this notes that were written in the 1950s. the notes differ from the public record in places, but are generally correct. Wife is Priscilla Newsome rather than Betsey. A Lemuel Stephenson is married to an "Elizabeth" Newsome. Charles and Lemuel may be related. Only a few records have survived the burning of the courthouse during the Civil War making confirmation of this family difficult or near impossible.

Census:
1850: Hertford County, NC, page 324, Dwelling 183, Southern District, on 8/29/1850, Priscilla Stevenson 53, farmer, Sarah 30, John 25, martha 21, Emily 19.
1850: Hertford County, NC, page 300, Dwelling 220, Northern District, Luke A. McGlohon 31, farmer Mary McGlohon 30, William 8, Annie E. 6, Martha 4, Charles 1.
Note: The 1850 Hertford County census shows a Luke McGlohon age 58 and wife nancy 54, living at dwelling 175, Southern District and also listing for a Lemuel Newsom, indicating that Charles Stevenson, Luke McGlohon and the Newsom families were living in the same in the same neighborhood. In the year 2000, a Chester McGlohon and Douglas McGlohon are living Ahoskie.

Will:
Hertfor County - (Hertford County, NC Wills 1830 - 1856, page 57 and 59, Sandra Lee Alsmay), dated 1836, probated Feb Court 1837.
I Charles Stevens of the County of Hertford and State of north Carolina do make........1st I command my soul in the hands of Almighty..........I Charles Stevens doth lend unto my Wife Priscilla Stevens all of my property after paying my debts as long as she lives my widow and if she marries the property which I have lent to her then remains no longer hers but must be divided equal amoung all of my lawful heirs and if she remains my widown until death it must be also divided as above written.........I do nominate constitute and appoint Priscilla Stevens as sole executirx of this my last will and testament hereby revoking all other and former wills by me at my time heretofore made. In witness where of I have hereunto set my hand and seal this twenty fourth day of Dec in the year of our lord one thousand eight hundred and thirty six signed sealed published and declared by the testor Charles Stevens..........in the presence of the said testator Ira Odum and L. B. Stevenson......signed Charles Stevenson.......proven by Lemuel Stevenson, Priscilla Stevenson.

Note: The following note of gilbert Stephenson states that Charles's wife was Betty Nesoms rather than Priscilla. Gilbert's note is believedd to be in error. Priscilla Stevenson was a Newsome--and in Sarah Newsome's will she callaed Priscilla a "Stevenson" and also called another sister Elizabeth a "Stevenson". Elizabeth was married to A Lemuel Stevenson. She didn't mention any nieces or nephews in her will. Same cite as above, page 59).

Other:
Notes of Gilbert Stephenson, not dated. "Charles 3rd son of Abraham. Lived in Hertford County near Ahoskie. Married Miss Betty Newsoms. Farmer and Slaveholder. His children were John (Miss higgs, 2nd widow in Virginia), Marry (married Luke Mcglaughn), Martha (married William Thomas), Emily (married Cowens), Charles (married away from N.C.) Buried in Hertford"

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The following information was provided by Alan C. Stephenson, from Chapel Hill, North Carolina, March 25, 2010:

Alan C. Stephenson says he was born before 1795 and died 1837 in Hertford County, North Carolina.

Notes for Charles Stephenson:

A record documenting that Charles was a son of Abraham (d. 1823) has not been found. This information, other than the records described below and the name of Charles' wife. Priscilla Newsom, was taken from research notes of Gilbert T. Stephenson (date unknown); not been independently verified. According to the notes, Charles lived in Hertford County near Ahoskie. In addition, a Charles Stephenson appears at estate sales recorded in the estate records of Jenkins and Arthur Stephenson, as does John Stephenson, a brother of Jenkins and Arthur. Charles and John also appear as witnesses to deeds involving Arthur. These facts strongly suggest that he was a close relative, and probably the brother, of Jenkins and Arthur. See Notes for Jenkins and Notes for Arthur.

Charles' birth date is estimated based on the 1820 Federal Census. See Census Records below.

Deeds:

1. John Pipkin to Charles Stevenson dated January 10, 1817, $1,300 for 270 acres, part of the land of John Pipkin, deceased, adjoining Benjamin Boon, [illegible] Deberry and Charles J. Stevenson; witnessed by Jess R. [illegible] and John J. Stevenson. NH DB 19:51. See also division of land of John Pipkin, deceased (NH DB 18:36).

2. See also deeds 6 and 7 under Deeds in Notes for Arthur (d. 1823).

Will dated December 24, 1836 (proved February Term 1837) (Hertford WB A:94):

"I Charles Stevens of the county of Hertford and state of North Carolina do make and ordain this my last will and testament in manner and form following, viz.
First I commend my soul in the hands of almighty God and give my body to be buried.
I Charles Stevens doth lend unto my dear wife Priscilla Stevens all of my property after paying my debts as long as she lives my widow and if she maries the property which I have lent to her then remains no longer hers but must be divided equal among all my lawful heirs and if she remain my widow until death it must be also divided as above written.
I also constitue and appoint my wife Priscilla Stevens as sole executor of this my last will and testament hereby revoking all other and former wills by me at any time heretofore made. In witness whereof I have hereunto set my hand and seal this the twenty fourth day of December in the year of our Lord one thousand eight hundred and thirty six. Signed sealed published and declared by the said testator Charles Stevens as and for his last will and testament in the presence of us who have subscribed our names as witnesses.

Charles Stevens
Jno. Odom
S. B. Stevenson
as witnesses"

[The entry of proof in the court record uses the name Charles Stevenson.

Census Records:

1. 1820 Federal Census (page 260): Charles Stevenson-1 white male 26-45; 3 white females under 10; 1 white female 16-26.

[Add Hertford Co. census records.]

Tax Records:

See introductory note under Tax Records in Notes for William.

1. 1823 Tax List (District 7): Charles Stevenson-1 free poll; 2 black polls; 135 acres of land valued at $450.

2. 1824 Tax List (District 7): Charles Stevenson-1 free poll; 1 black poll; 135 acres of land valued at $450.

3. 1828 Tax List (District 7): Charles Stephenson-1 free poll; 2 black polls; 135 acres of land valued at $450.

[Check Hertford Co. tax records.]

More About Charles Stephenson:
Burial: Hertford County, North Carolina

Charles married Priscilla Newsom about 1817 in Hertford County, North Carolina, USA. Priscilla was born in 1797 in North Carolina, USA.

107 F i. Mary Stephenson was born about 1819 in Hertford County, North Carolina, USA and died about 1853 in Hertford County, North Carolina, USA about age 34.

General Notes: The following information was provided by Alan C. Stephenson, from Chapel Hill, North Carolina, March 25, 2010:

Notes for Mary Stephenson:

All information for Mary is taken from research notes of Gilbert T. Stephenson (date unknown); not independently verified.

+ 108 F ii. Sarah Anne "Sallie" Stephenson was born about 1820 in North Carolina, USA and died on 13 Jul 1898 in Branchville, Southampton County, Virginia, USA about age 78. {FSID: KGQL-JY9}

General Notes: The following information was provided by Alan C. Stephenson, from Chapel Hill, North Carolina, March 25, 2010:

Notes for John Stephenson:

All information for John is taken from research notes of Gilbert T. Stephenson (date unknown); not independently verified.

General Notes: The following information was provided by Alan C. Stephenson, from Chapel Hill, North Carolina, March 25, 2010:

Notes for Martha Stephenson:

All information for Martha is taken from research notes of Gilbert T. Stephenson (date unknown); not independently verified

General Notes: The following information was provided by Alan C. Stephenson, from Chapel Hill, North Carolina, March 25, 2010:

Notes for Emily Stephenson:

All information for Emily is taken from research notes of Gilbert T. Stephenson (date unknown); not independently verified

+ 112 M vi. Charles Hosie Stephenson was born on 30 Aug 1831 and died on 9 Dec 1891 at age 60.

66. Benjamin Thomas Stephenson (Abraham³⁶, Arthur Sr.¹⁷, Abraham Sr.³, (William) John Jr.², John Sr.¹) was born in 1788 and died in 1873 in Northampton County, North Carolina, USA at age 85. {FSID: L6QC-J3M}

General Notes: Information in the 1850 US Census Northampton, NC confirms the year of his birth.

Another paper I have indicates that Henry Stephenson (son of Benjamin) was not named in Benjamin's will (dated July 1873). Henry Stephenson not being named in the will tends to confirm his death prior to the division of Benjamin's property.

**The following information was taken from Rebecca Leach Ddozier's book, "Twelve Northhampton County, North Carolina Families 1650-1850, published by Gateway Press, INC., Baltimore, MD 2004; page 339:

Benjamin (Abraham(4), Arthur(3), Abraham(2), John Stephenson(1)), a son of Abraham and Mary Jenkins Stephenson was born around 1788 in Northampton Co., NC. Tradition says that Benjamin married twice. If true, then his first wife is unknown, but his second wife was Edith Jenkins(88), whom he married about 1825(89). On 10 May 1810, Benjamin's father Abraham deeded him a "deed of gift" of a 170 acres(90). Then on 30 May 1823, Benjamin received another 170 acres of land from his father Abraham "for love and affection". Later Benjamin was found on the 1850 census with his wife Edith, several younger children, and two of this grandchildren, Henry and John Flythe, children of Benjamin's daughter Sarah. In 1873, Benjamin died in Northampton Co., NC.(91). He named nine children in his will, five by his first wife and four by Edith Jenkins Stephenson(92). Gilbert T. Stephenson had the following written about Benjamin Stephenson:

"Ben, 4th son of Abraham.
Lived in the field where B. J. Ricks lives. Farmer, 20 slaves.
Good education. Children were Henry (did not marry, died at home and buried there...24 years old).
Patia (married Henry Everett--only child named Thomas, died at 18).
Jenkins (married Tabitah Britton. Children Salllie, Tump, Ben, Nathan, Eliza Ann, Sam).
Salllie (married Dred Flythe. Children Henry and John)"

Children by Benjamin and his unknown first wife were Patience, Jenkins, Sarah, Emily and Henry Stephenson. Benjamin's children by his second wife, Edith Jenkins, were Edith, Mary, Susan, and John Stephenson(93).

(88)Death Ceretificate, Thomas Boon Stephenson, Book 160, p. 22, NC Archives; This death ceretificates states that Thomas Boon Stephenson was 89 years old when he died in 1916. His parents were Benjamin and Edith Jenkins Stephenson. According to his age, Thomas was born in 1828, soon after his parents' marriage about 1825.

(89)Barnes, Thomas Wilson, 1850 Census Northampton Co., NC, p. 130

(90)Northampton Co., NC, DB 15, p 86.

(91)Northampton Co., NC, WB 6, p. 127--Benjamin Stephenson's will.

(92)Children's mothers were determined by their birth dates, which were derived from a study of Northampton Co., NC census records.

(93)Northampton Co., NC, WB 6, p. 127: Benjamin Stephenson's will.

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This information was provided to me by Jeannie Stephenson Stinson:

Marriage Bond: Northampton County
None located - On death certificate of Thomas b. Boone, Eddith Jenkins is listed as his mother. Based on the ages of the children, there seems to be evidence that Edith Jenkins might have been his second wife.

Census:
1820: Benjamin Stevenson: Males - Under 10 (2), 16 to 26 (1), 26 to 45 (1) - Females: under 10 (2), 16 to 26 (1).
1850: Dwelling 886 - Benjamin Stephenson 62, Farmer $2208 Real NC, Edith 52 NC, Henry 22, Edith 22, Mary 21, Susan 20, John 17, Henry Flythe 8, John Flythe 6.
1860: Cannot identify.
1870: kirby Township: Benjamin Stephenson 82, Emiline 40,
Mary 38, Edith 42 (Recheck)

Real Estate Transactions: Northampton County
Book 15, page 86, Dated Novermber 10, 1810, Recorded January 21, 1811, Deed of Gift, Abraham Stevenson of Northampton County to son Benjamin Stevenson of Northampton County 170 acres joining lands of Arthur Stevenson, David Jenkins, Jenkins Stevenson, Etheldred Martin, and Abraham Stephenson. Signed Abraham (x) Stevenson, Witness: Jenkins Stephenson, Arthur Stephenson.

Book 22, page 8, Deed of Gift - Dated may 20, 1823, Rec , - Abraham Stephenson to son Benjamin Stephenson for natural love and affection and $1....... 170 acres of which I am now possessed.....one negro named Daniel......
Signed Abraham (x) Stevenson, Witness: Jerimiah Johnson, John Suter.

Book 38, page 358 - Deed of Gift - Dated September 20, 1866, Recorded December 1866 - benjamin Stephenson to Thomas B. Stephenson plus one dollar......a tract of land of 196 acres adjoining the lands of Elisha Flythe, Jack Flythe, Joseph Garris and others, it being the tract of land which the said Benjamin Stephenson now resides....Conveyance to begin and take effect upon the death of Benjamin Stevenson all subject to a life estate of the said Benjamin Stephenson.... Signed Benjamin Stephenson.....Witness: A. H. Stephenson, Matthew W. Bryant

Book 46, page 390 - Division, Registered April 19, 1875 - Petition of Mary Ann Stephenson, Patience Newsom, Emma Stephenson and Edith Stephenson to divide 120 acres (121 acres by Survey) inherited from their father, Benjamin Stephenson. Two parcels, one purchased from David Stephenson containing 117 acres and one purchased from Jesse B. Boon containing about 3 acres described as joining the lands of Junius Flythe, H. Britton, H. Davis and in metes and bound. Mentions the run of a unnamed branched. lot 1 to Emeline Stephenson containing 30 1/4 acres valued $86.42, Mention Davis land: Lot 2 to edith Stephenson containing 30 1/4 acres valued at $180.50; Lot 3 to mary Ann Stephenson containing 30 1/2 acres valued at $136.12, no landmark mentioned; Lot 4 to Patience Everette containing 30 1/4 acres valued at $69.57, no land mark mentioned.

Book 49, page 159 - Division, Registered May 12, 1876 - Superior Court - Thomas B. Stephenson, plaintiff vs Benjamin Stephenson, Samuel Stephenson, Sarah J. Stephenson, Jas Garris and wife, Elizabeth Ann, Patience Newsom, Emeline Stephenson, Mary Ann Stephenson, Edith Stephenson, Benjamin Ricks, and Lavinia Davis, Defendents. Order to allot: Lot marked A to Thomas B. Stephenson containing 91 acres. Lot 1 to Defendants, Benjamin Stephenson, Samuel Stephenson, Sarah J. Stephenson, James Garris and Wife Eliza, containing 11 acres. Lot 2 to Mary ann Stephenson containing 14 2/3 acres. Lot 3 to Lavinia Davis containing 14 2/3 acres (Benjamin Ricks is referred to as a Benjamin Ricks & William B. Rix). Lot 6 to patience Newsom containing 14 2/3 acres. Lot 7 to Edith Stephenson containing 14 2/3 acres. (Total plot 190 acres - diagram included)

Will:
Northampton County, Will book 6, page 127, Benjamin Stephenson, dated July 5, 1873, probated December 5, 1873, (abstract), Item 1. To Son, Thomas B. Stephenson the sum of five dollars....and no more....Item 2 to four daughters Mary A, Edith, Emeline(?), Stephenson and Patience Newsom, my two tracts of land known as the Everett Place west of where i now live and the other lying on the Poticasi Crek containing fify Acres more or less to be divided between my four daughters.......Item 3 to three daughters, Mary A, Edith, Emeline all stock, horses, cattle sheep, and hogs and household and kitchen furniture......Item 4. To four daughters Mary A, Edith, Emeline and Patience all of growing crop and provisions.....Item 5. to Mrs Lavinia A. Davis $25.00.......Item 6. to Grandchildren, William B. Ricks, Benjamin Stephenson, Samuel Stephenson, and Sarah I. Stephenson and Eliza A. Stephenson $2.00. Item 7. Residue of estate to three daughters Mary A, Edith, Emeline......Witness J. B. Lassiter, John H. Hedgspeth.
Note: Daughter Susan is not named and is belileved to have died before 1873. Mrs. Lavina A. Davis, is Benjamin's granddaughter and the daughter of Sara Stephenson Flythe. Grandson William B. Ricks came to be known as Benjamin J. Ricks. See Will of Mary A. Stephenson. Also note that in the 1880 Census he is listed in Mary Stephenson as Benjamin W. Ricks.

Other:
Note 1: Notes of Gilbert Stephenson, not dated - "Ben. 4th son of Abraham. Lived in the field where B. J. Ricks lives. Farmer. 20 slaves. Good education. Children were Henry (did not marry, died at home and buried there 24 years old), Patia (married Henry Everett--only child named thomas, died at 18), Jenkins (married Tabitha Britton. Children Sallie, Tump, Ben, Nathan, Eliza Ann, Sam), Sallie (married Dred Flythe, children Henry)"

Note 2: A hand written document of unknown orgin - Given to me by Mildred Davis, daughter of Ethel Woodard Davis. "Mr. Thomas Stephenson - Mrs. Nancy J. Stephenson- Pendleton, N.C. -- Mit (Married Davis) Henry, & Jno Jenk (?)) Amy (did not marry, Mary (did not marry), Thomas married Nancy Woodard), Susan married Tom Ricks, Jno died in war, Buried at home, John -5th --?-- of Abraham, He did not marry. Did not amount to much."

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The following Information provided by Mary Catherine Flythe -- mflythe@ida.org, -- November 15, 2009

1.Benjamin Stephenson #3111 b. 1788, m. 1808-1810, Edith ? #3112, b. 1793,1 d. bef 1873. Benjamin died 1874.2
Children:
2.iSara (Sally) Stephenson #3113 b. 1810-1820.
3.iiPatience Stephenson #3116 b. 1813.
4.iiiJenkins Stephenson #3114 b. 1815.
ivThomas Boon Stephenson #3115 b. 1810-1820, Northampton County NC, d. aft 1875.
vEmiline "Emily" Stephenson #3121 b. 1822, Northampton County NC,1 d. aft 1877. In 1850 census in hh of Henry Everitt her brother-in-law. Died single.
viHenry Stephenson #3117 b. 1828, Northampton County NC, d. bef 1873.2
viiEdith Stephenson #3118 b. 1828, Northampton County NC,1 d. aft 1877.4 Died single.
viiiMary Ann Stephenson #3119 b. 1829, Northampton County NC,1 d. aft 1877.4 Died Single.
5.ixElizabeth Susan Stephenson #3120 b. 1830.
xJohn Stephenson #3122 b. 1833, Northampton County NC,1 d. bef 1873.2

Second Generation

2.Sara (Sally) Stephenson #3113 (1.Benjamin1) b. 1810-1820, Northampton County NC, m. Jan 12 1839, in Northampton County NC, Etheldred Flythe #3123, d. bef 1850. Sara died bef 1850. Etheldred: In 1850 census his children Henry and John are in the home of Benjamin Stephenson, Sally's father.
Children:
iLavina Ann Millena Susan Flythe #3124 b. 1842, Northampton County NC,1 m. bef 1873,2 ? Davis #3140. Lavina died aft 1877.4 In hh of Henry Everitt in 1850 census. Henry married Patience, the sister of Sally.
iiHenry Flythe #3125 b. 1842, Northampton County NC,1 d. 1863-1868, in Civil War. In hh of Benjamin Stephenson, his grandfather, in 1850 census. Died as prisioner in Civil War.
iiiJohn Flythe #3126 b. 1844, Northampton County NC,1 d. 1863-1868, in Civil War. In hh of Benjamin Stephenson, his grandfather, in 1850 census. Died a prisioner in Civil War.

3.Patience Stephenson #3116 (1.Benjamin1) b. 1813, Northampton County NC,1 m. (1) Jan 8 1847, in Northampton County NC,5 Henrey Everitt #3127, b. 1792,1 m. (2) ? Newsom #3129, d. bef 1877.4 Patience died 3/29-8/30 1877, Northampton County NC.4
Children by Henrey Everitt:
iHenry Everitte Jr #3128 b. 1850, Northampton County NC,1 d. bef 1877.4

4.Jenkins Stephenson #3114 (1.Benjamin1) b. 1815, Northampton County NC,1 m. Apr 1 1839, in Northampton County NC,5 Tabitha Britton #3130, b. 1817.1 Jenkins died bef 1873.2
Children:
iSarah Stephenson #3131 b. 1841, Northampton County NC,1 d. aft 1877.4
iiHenry Stephenson #3132 b. 1843, Northampton County NC,1 d. bef 1873.2
iiiNathan Stephenson #3133 b. 1845, Northampton County NC,1 d. bef 1873.2
ivSamuel Stephenson #3134 b. 1848, Northampton County NC,1 d. aft Dec 1875.3
vBenjamin Stephenson #3135 b. aft 1848, Northampton County NC, d. aft 1875.3 Not in 1850 census with father but in Benjamin Stephenson will.
viEliza A. Stephenson #3136 b. aft 1848, Northampton County NC, m. 1873-1875,3 Jason Garris #3137. Eliza died aft 1875.3 Not in 1850 census with father but in Benjamin Stephenson will.

5.Elizabeth Susan Stephenson #3120 (1.Benjamin1) b. 1830, Northampton County NC,1 m. Feb 14 1866, in Northampton County NC,5 C. T. Ricks #3138. Elizabeth died bef 1873.2 Marriage bon lists her as Elizabeth S. Stephenson.
Children:
iWilliam Benjamin Ricks #3139 b. 1867-1873,2 d. aft 1877.4

1850 census
Benjamin Stephenson will dated Jul 5 1873 probated Dec 5 1874. Names son Thomas B., four daughters Mary Ann, Edith, Emeline,Patience Newsom; Mrs Lavinia Davis; WM B. Ricks(gs);(gc) Ben, Samuel, Sarah, Eliza Stephenson.
Benjamin Stephenson distribution of property Dec 1875 to all named in will. Note that gd Eliza A. Stephenson has married Jason Garris since will in 1873.
Patience Stephenson Everitt Newsom's will dated Mar 29 1877, probated Aug 30 1877. Names niece Lavina Flythe Davis, niece Sarah Stephenson, nephew Wm Benjamin Stephenson, and sisters Edith, Emily and Mary Ann Steph. No children.
Marriage bond Northampton Co. NC

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The following information was provided by Alan C. Stephenson, from Chapel Hill, North Carolina, March 25, 2010:
Alan C. Stephenson says he died 1875.

Notes for Benjamin Thomas Stephenson:

According to research notes of Gilbert T. Stephenson (date unknown), Benjamin lived in the field where B. J. Ricks lives.

Deeds:

1. See deeds 6 and 11 under Deeds in the Notes for Abraham (d. 1823).

2. Benjamin Stephenson to Thomas B. Stephenson dated September 20, 1866, deed of gift to his son Thomas B. Stephenson of 196 acres adjoining the lands of Elisha Flythe, Jack Flythe, Joseph Garris and others, where Benjamin Stephenson now resides, Benjamin reserving to himself a life estate in the land; Benjamin signed [no mark indicated]; witnessed by A. H. Stephenson and Matthew W. Briant.

Will dated July 5, 1873 (proved December 5, 1873) (NH WB 6:127):

"In the name of God amen, I Benjamin Stephenson of the County of Northampton and State of North Carolina, being of sound mind and disposing memory, but considering the uncertainty of my earthly existence, do make and declare this my last will and testament in manner and form following, that is to say:
First that my executor hereinafter named shall provide for my body and a decent burial suitable to the wishes of my relations and friends and pay all necessary funeral expenses together with my just debts, howsoever and do whomsoever owing out of the moneys that may first come into his hands as a part of my estate.
Item 1st I give and bequeath to my son Thomas B. Stephenson the sum of five dollars in money to be paid by my executor, to have and to hold in fee simple forever, and no more.
Item 2nd I give and bequeath to my four daughters, Mary A., Edith, Emeline Stephenson, and Patience Newsom, my two tracts of land, one tract known as the Everett place west of where I now live, and the other lying on Poticasi Creek containing fifty acres more or less to be equally divided between the four above mentkioned Mary A, Edith, Emeline and Patience to have and to hold to them their heirs in fee simple forever.
Item 3rd I give and bequeath to my three daughters Mary A, Eadith [sic] and Emeline Stephenson all my stock of horses, cattle, hogs, and sheep, of every description to be equally divided and all of my household and kitchen furniture of every description to be equally divided between my three daughters Mary A, Eadith and Emeline Stephenson to have and to hold to them their heirs in fee simple forever.
Item 4th I give and bequeath to my four daughters Mary A. Stephenson, Eadith Stephenson, Emeline Stephenson and Patience Newsom all of my crop now growing of every description to be equally divided among them, and all of my provisions now on hand, to be equally divided between the last mentioned four, to have and to hold to them their heirs in fee simple forever.
Item 5th I give and bequeath to Mrs. Lavinia A. Davis the sum of twenty-five dollars in money to be paid by my executor, to have and to hold to her her heirs in fee simple forever.
Item 6th I give and bequeath to my grand children, William B. Ricks, Benjamin Stephenson, Samuel C. Stephenson and Sarah L. Stephenson and Elizabeth Stephenson two dollars each to have and to hold to them their heirs in fee simple forever.
Item 7th My will and desire is that all the residue of my estate if any, after taking out the devises and legacies above mentioned, shall be equally divided between my three daughters Mary A. Stephenson, Edith Stephenson, and Emeline Stephenson to have and to hold to them their heirs in fee simple forever.
In witness whereof I the said Benjamin Stephenson do hereunto set my hand and seal this the 5 day of July A. D. 1873.

Benjamin (his mark) Stephenson

Signed, sealed, published and declared to be the said Benjamin Stephenson's last will and testament, in the presence of us who at his request and in his presence do subscribe our names as witnesses thereto.

J. B. Lassiter
John N. Hedgpeth"

Estate and Court Records:

1. In February 1875, Mary Ann Stephenson, Patience Newsom, Emma Stephenson and Edith Stephenson, daughters of Benjamin, petitioned the Northampton County Superior Court for a division of 120 acres of land adjoining Hillory Davis, H. S. Britton, Junis Flythe and others, which had been devised to them by their father, and another tract containing of which they were tenants in common and . In March 1875, five commissioners, including David N. Stephenson, appointed by the court report on the division with a plat showing the division.

2. In December 1875, on a petition by Thomas B. Stephenson, the court orders a division of 190 acres of land into either parts: 91 acres to Thomas B. Stephenson, 15-6/9 acres to each of Paline Stephenson, Emaline Stephenson, Mary Ann Stephenson, Edith Stephenson, Benjamin Ricks and Lavinia Davis, and a total of 11 acres divided among Benjamin Stephenson, Samuel Stephenson, Sarah Stephenson, James Garris and wife Eliza Ann. The division includes a plat. NH DB 49:157.

Census Records:

1. 1830 Federal Census (page 135): Benjamin Stephenson-1 white male under 5; 1 white male 10-15; 1 white male 15-20; 1 white male 40-50; 2 white females under 5; 2 white females 10-15; 1 white female 15-20; 1 white female 20-30; 1 white female 40-50; no slaves.

2. 1840 Federal Census (page 33): Benjamin Stevenson, three away from A. Stephenson-1 white male 5-10; 1 white male 10-15; 1 white male 20-30;1 white male 50-60; 1 white female 5-10; 1 white female 10-15; 2 white females 15-20; 1 white female 20-30; 1 female 40-50; 1 slave.

3. 1850 Federal Census (page 107): Benjamin Stephenson-Benjamin age 62, Edith, age 57, Henry, age 22, Edith, age 22, Mary, age 21, Susan, age 20, John, age 17, Henry Flythe, age 8, John Flythe, age 6; Benjamin and wife Edith, daughters Edith and Mary, and Henry are listed as illiterate.

4. 1860 Federal Census [cannot find]

5. 1870 Federal Census (page 570): Benj. Stephenson-Benj., age 82; Emeline, age 40 (keeping house); Mary, age 38; Edith, age 32; Jesse Tablen (?), age 21 (farm laborer); [illegible] Edwards, age 40 (female domestic); Rosa, age 3; Henry, age 1. [Mary's age is inconsistent with the 1850 census.]

Tax Records:

See introductory note under Tax Records in Notes for William.

1. 1823 Tax List (District 7): Benjamin Stevenson-1 free poll; 5 black polls; 170 acres of land valued at $595.

2. 1824 Tax List (District 7): Benjamin Stevenson-1 free poll; 4 black polls; 170 acres of land valued at $595.

3. 1828 Tax List (District 7): Benjamin Stephenson-1 free poll; 1 black poll; 170 acres of land valued at $595.

4. 1834 Tax List (District 7): Benjamin Stevenson-195 acres of land valued at $672.

5. 1836 Tax List (District 7): Benjamin Stephens-195 acres of land valued at $672.

6. 1837 Tax List (District 7): Benjamin Stephenson-195 acres of land valued at $585; "situated on the north of Bennets road adjoining the lands of W. Stevenson and others"; dwelling house.

7. 1838 Tax List (District 7): Benjamin Stephenson-1 black poll; 195 acres of land valued at $585.

8. 1846 Tax List (District 7): Benja. Stephenson-192 acres of land valued at $480.

General Notes: On death certificate of Thomas B. Boone, Edith Jenkins is listed is listed as his mother. Based on the ages of the children, there seems to be evidence that Edith Jenkins might have been Benjamin's second wife.

+ 113 F i. Sara (Sally) Stephenson was born in 1810 and died before 1850. {FSID: KZC8-6XV}

+ 114 F ii. Patience Stephenson was born in 1813 in Northampton County, NC and died in 1877 in Northampton County, NC at age 64. {FSID: MYVL-YDV}

+ 115 M iii. Jenkins Stephenson was born in 1815 in North Carolina, USA and died before 1873. {FSID: L852-FFV}

116 F iv. Emiline (Emily) Stephenson was born in 1822 and died in 1899 at age 77.

General Notes: The following information was provided by Ed Barnes via Jeannie Stephenson Stinson.

Marriage: Did not marry.

Census:
1850: Dwelling 58 -- henry Everett 58, farmer, Va, patience Everett 37, NC, Henry T Everett 5 months, Emily Stephenson 28, NC, Laavinia F. Fly 8, NC.

Will:
Book 7, page 428 - dated 11 February 1895, Probated 15 May 1899, Nearly identical to will of Mary A. Stephenson and Edith Stephenson. Bequeaths to Sister, Mary Stephenson and Edith Stephenson for life and at their death to nephew Benjamin J. Ricks all of my real estate in Kirby Township divided into two tracts adjoining lands of H. S. Britton, deceased and other, all of my household and kitchen furniture, all of my interest in stock.
Signed Emiline (x) Stephenson Witness: B. F. Martin, R. E. Draper.

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The following information was provided by Alan C. Stephenson, from Chapel Hill, North Carolina, March 25, 2010:

According to Alan, Emiline was born in 1828.

+ 117 M v. Thomas Boone Stephenson was born in 1825 in Northampton County, North Carolina, USA, died on 25 Mar 1916 in Northampton County, Kirby Township, Pendelton, Northampton County, North Carolina, USA at age 91, and was buried Roberts Chapel Baptist Church Cemetery. {FSID: MYVP-HBF}

118 F vi. Edith (Tede) Stephenson was born in 1828 and died in 1904 at age 76.

General Notes: The following information was provided by Ed Barnes via Jeannie Stephenson Stinson.

Marriage: Did not marry.

Census:
1880 Kirby Township - page 35, Dwelling 348 - Mary Stephenson 40, Farmer, Emma Stephenson 44, sister, Edith Stephenson 42, sister, Sarah Stephenson 35 relationship not given, Benjamin W. Ricks 13, rrelationship not given, Joseph Davis 27, Laborer, Relationship not given.
1900 kirby Township 71/2/5- B. J. Ricks 42, Feb 1867, Mary E. Ricks, wife 25, Jan 1875, married 4 years, 3 children, 3 living, Loyd Ricks, son, 3, Dec 1896, Vera Sue Ricks, Dau, 1 July 1898, No name son, 3 months, Feb 1900, Maryk A. Stephenson, aunt, 70, 1820, Edith Stephenson, aunt 65, 1835(?).

Will:
Book 8, page 89, Dated 11 February 1895, Probated 4 April 1904. Nearly identical to will of Mary A. Stephenson and Emiline Stephenson. Bequeaths to Sisters, Mary Stephenson and Emiline Stephenson for life and at thier death to nephew benjamin J. Ricks all of my real estate4 in Kirby Township adjoining lands of Mack Stephenson and other, all of my household and kitchen furniture, all of my interest in stock.
Signed Edith (x) Stephenson Witness: B. F. martin, R. E. Draper

119 M vii. Henry D. Stephenson was born in 1828 in North Carolina, USA and died in 1852 at age 24.

General Notes: The following information was provided by Ed Barnes via Jeannie Stephenson Stinson.

Census:
1850: Dwelling 886, Benjamin Stephenson 62 Farmer $2208 Real NC, Edith 52 NC, Henry 22, Edith 22, Mary 21, Susan 20, John 17, Henry Flythe 8, John Flythe 6.

Other:
Note 1, Notes of Gilbert Stephenson, not date3d- "Ben 4th son of Abraham. Lived in the field where B. J. Ricks, lives. Farmer. 20 slaves. Good education. Children were Henry (did not marry, died at home and buried there 24 years old), Patia (married Henry Everett--only child named Thomas, died at 18), Jenkins (married Tabitha Britton. Schildren Sallie, Tump, ben, Nathan, Eliza Ann, Sam), Sallie (married Dred Flythe) children Henry"

Note: Henry may have been twin to Edith.
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From--
https://www.myheritage.com/site-family-tree-621778681/stephensonkrieg#
Note: This indicates maybe Henry did not die and moved to Indiana and got married and had children.
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Henry married Mary Margaret Keith on 20 Nov 1851 in Switzerland, Indiana, USA. Mary was born in 1826 in Freelandville, Knox County, Indiana, USA, died on 8 Apr 1903 at age 77, and was buried in Wesleyan Cemetery.

General Notes: From--
https://www.myheritage.com/site-family-tree-621778681/stephensonkrieg#
Note-- It appears the birth of their last child was 1865, which means Henry did not die in 1852. More investigation needs to follow.
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120 F viii. Mary Ann Stephenson was born in 1829 and died in 1904 at age 75.

General Notes: The following information was provided by Ed Barnes via Jeannie Stephenson Stinson.

Marriage: Did not marry.

Census:
1850: Dwelling 886 - Benjamin Stephenson 62 Farmer $2208 Real NC, Edith 52 NC, Henry 22, Edith 22, Mary 21, Susan 20, John 17, Henry Flythe 8, John Flythe 6.
1880: Kirby Township - page 35, Dwelling 348 - mary Stephenson 40 Farmer, Emma Stephenson 44, sister, Edith Stephenson 42, sister, Sarah Stephenson 35 relationshhip not given, Benjamin W. Ricks 13, relationship not given, joseph Davis 27, Laborer, relationship not given.
1900: Kirby Township 71/2/5 - B. J. Ricks 42, Feb 1867, Mary E. Ricks, wife 25, jan 1875, married 4 years, 3 children, 3 living, Loyd Ricks, son, 3 Dec 1896, Vera Sue Ricks, Dau 1 Jul 1898, No name, son, Feb 1900, mary A. Stephenson, aunt, 70, 1830 (?), Edith Stephenson, aunt, 65, 1825 (?).

Will:
Book 8, pag 582 - Dated March 7, 1882, Probate August 1904, State of North Carolina, Northampton County, I Mary A. Stephenson of the County and State afore said being of sound mind and memory, but considering the uncertainty of my earthly existence do make and declare this my last will and testament in manner and form following that is to say, That my two Sisters hereinafter named shall provide for my body a decent burial suitable to the wishes of my relatives and friends and pay all funeral expenses together with my just debts- -?- and to whomsoever owning out of the moneys that may first come into their hands as a part in parcel of my estate. Item: I loaned to my two Sisters Edith Stephenson and Emiline Stephenson one tract of land whereupon I now live so as to include my mansion house all out houses and other improvements to have and hold during the term of their natural life. And one other tract containing thirteen acres and joining the land of Mrs. Mitt Davis and fMiss Sarah Stephenson. And at their death to my nephew (William struck through) Benjamin J. Ricks and to this heirs. And in the case he should die without a lawful heir then the said land is to go back to the Stephenson family of my nearest blood kin. Item 2. I loaned to my two sisters during the term of their natural life all of my household and kitchen furniture and at their death to my nephew William B. Ricks and to his lawful heirs and if he should die without a lawful heir then the said furniture is to go back to the Stephenson Family. Item 3. I loaned to my two sisters Edith Stephenson and Emeline Stephenson all of stock of every kind during their natural life and at thier death to my nephew (William struck through) Benjamin J. Ricks and to his lawful heirs and if he dies without a lawful heir then it is to go back to the Stephenson family. In Witness whereof I Mary A. Stephenson do hereunto set my hand and seal this seventh day of March A. D. 1882.
Signed Mary (x) Stephenson Witness: J. N. Deberry, J. E. Davis.

+ 121 F ix. Elizabeth Susan Stephenson was born in 1830 in Northampton County, NC and died before 1873. {FSID: LZX6-TPS}

122 M x. John Stephenson was born in 1833 in Northampton County, NC and died before 1873.

General Notes: John, we think, died in a hospital in Petersburg (we think) of
typhoid fever near the end of the Civil War.

Did not marry.

This information was provided to me by Ed. Barnes.

Census:
1850: Dwelling 886, Benjamin Stephenson 62, Farmer $2208 Real NC, Edith 52 NC, Henry 22, Edith 22, mary 21, Susan 20, John, 17, Henry Flythe 8, John Flythe 6.

Other:
NC Troops, Vol II, page 653, Misc. 15th Battalion N. C. Cavalry - John A. Stephenson, Private - Enlisted in Northampton County September 5, 1863 for the war. Present and accounted for through October 1864. Note: Insufficeint information to conclude this for John, son of Benjamin. John would have been 30 in 1863 and eligible to join. No other unidentified John Stephenson in N. C. Troops.

Note: John not mentioned in Benjamin's will, dated in 1873, so therefore it is assumed that he must have died prior to that year.

80. David Stephenson (Solomon Jr.⁵⁴, Solomon Sr.³⁴, William Jonathon⁸, (William) John Jr.², John Sr.¹) was born circa 1772 and died circa 1851 about age 79. {FSID: LC3H-LQ6}

David married Arey Johnson. Arey was born circa 1776 and died circa 1858 about age 82. {FSID: LC3H-LW6}

+ 123 M i. George Stephenson was born in 1813 in Johnston County, North Carolina, USA, died on 15 Apr 1886 in Johnston County, North Carolina, USA at age 73, and was buried in Nimrod Stephenson Memorial Cemetery. {FSID: KGSP-D7W, FGID: 22216642}

1. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, "FamilySearch Family Tree," database, FamilySearch (http://www.familysearch.org : accessed 11 Feb 2014), entry for Unknown Britain, person ID M7ZM-DD8.

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