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Mr. Trumbull, in his note to Lechford, assigns as the reason for this custom that funeral sermons and prayers would be Popish, and encourage the superstitious customs of the Catholic church.
It was not until 1685, as far as we are able to learn, that prayer was first made at a funeral in Massachusetts.1
The oldest head-stone in the old cemetery is to be found at the grave of the first minister, Mr. William Tompson, bearing date December 10th, 1666.
Most probably the first tomb constructed in this old ground was that of Leonard Hoar, M. D.,2 the third President of Har- vard College, in 1675. The inscription on this tomb was renewed a few years since by one of his worthy descendants.
1. " The first instance, as far as is known, of prayer at a funeral in Massa- chusetts, was at the burial of Rev. William Adams of Roxbury, August 19th, 1685, when, as Judge Sewall noted in his diary, Mr. Wilson, minister of Med- field, prayed with the company before they went to the grave."-Palfrey's Hist. of N. E., Vol. III., p. 495, Note 1.
2. "After the death of Mr. Chauncey, which was at the latter end of the year 1701,* the Alma Mater Academia must look among her own sons, to find a Pres- ident for the rest of her children; and, accordingly, the Fellows of the Colledge, with the approbation of the overseers, July 13th, 1672, clected Mr. Leonard Hoar unto that office, whereto, on the 10th of September following, he was inaugurated.
"This gentleman, after his education in Harvard Colledge, travelled over into England, where he was not only a preacher of the gospel in divers places, but also received from the University in Cambridge the degree of a Doctor of Physick. The Doctor, upou some invitations relating to a settlement in the pas- toral charge with the South Church at Boston, returned into New-England, having first married a virtuous daughter of the Lord Lisle, a great example of . piety and patience, who now cross'd the Atlantick with him; and quickly after his arrival here, his invitation to preside over the Colledge at Cambridge super- seded those from the church in Boston. Were he considered either as a scholar or as a Christian, he was truly a worthy man, and he was generally reputed such, until happening, I can scarce tell how, to fall under the displeasure of some that made a figure in the neighbourhood, the young men in the Colledge took advantage therefrom, to ruine his reputation as far as they were able. He then found the Rectorship of a Colledge to be as troublesome a thing as ever Antigonns did his robe, and he could subscribe to Melchior Adams' account of it: ' Sceptrum illud scholasticum, plus habet solicitudinis quam pulchritudinis, plus cure quam auri, plus impedimenti quam argenti.' (Translation,-The academic sceptre is more fruitful of anxiety than of pleasure, brings more care than cash, more embarrassment than remuneration.) The young plants turned
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The second tomb built, we think, was that of Edmund Quincy, in 1699. In Fairfield's Diary we find the following account of Mr. Quincy's burial :-
" January 10th, 1697-8. Helped dig Mr. Quincy's grave. Frost is one and near two feet thick."
"January 11th. Made 'an end of digging, bricked the grave. Weather warm."
" Septeinber 16th, 1699. I carted stone for Mr. Quincy's tomb."
The old Ministerial Tomb was erected by the Rev. Moses Fisk, the third minister of the First Church, in which he and his two wives were buried. After his death this tomb was selected as the ministerial sepulchre, in which all the ministers of the First Church who have died here have been interred, with the exception of Mr. Tompson and Mr. Flint. Over the grave of the latter was placed a large flat stone, as was then the custom, to prevent the wild beasts from removing the re- mains of the dead from their last resting-place. Not long before the decease of the Rev. Peter Whitney, the monument over the tomb was renewed by the ladies of Quincy with granite, and the freestone tablet that surmounted it was preserved.
It is somewhat a wonder that any of the old grave-stones were left as the only mementoes of the mouldering relics of the first settlers of the town, as this old cemetery was uninclosed
cud-weeds, and, with great violations of the fifth commandment, set themselves to travestie whatever he did and said, and aggravated every thing in his be- haviour disagreeable to them, with a design to make him odious; and in a day of temptation, which was now upon them, several very good men did unhappily countenance the ungoverned youths in their ungovernableness. Things were at length driven to such a pass that the students deserted the Colledge, and the Doctor, on March 15th, 1675, resigned his Presidentship. But the hard and ill usage which he met withal made so deep an impression upon his mind that his grief threw him into a consumption, whereof he dyed November 28th, the win- ter following, in Boston; and he lies now interr'd at Braintree, where he might properly enough have this line inscribed over him for his Epitaph : Malus celeri saucius Africo. (Translation,-His masts all splintered by the driving gale.") - Mather's Magnalia, Sec. Am. Ed., Vol. II., p. 14.
*This date is evidently a mistake, as Mr. Chauncey was inducted into the office as President of Harvard College in 1654, and died in office February 19th, 1672, but we have given it as we have found it in the Second American Edition of the Magnalia.
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and used as a pasture for cattle. For nearly two centuries this sacrilege of permitting cattle to roam about this depository of the dead, obliterating epitaphs by destroying tomb-stones, was allowed, until, to the honor of a few public-spirited citizens of the town, in 1808, viz: Peter B. Adams, John Adams, Josiah Quincy, Benjamin Beale, Moses Black, James Brackett and sons, Ebenezer Adams, Josiah Bass, Samuel Savil, Josiah Ad- ams, Peter Brackett, and John Hall, procured by voluntary subscription one hundred and fifty dollars, with which they purchased the right of herbage and pasturage in this cemetery of Ebenezer Vesey, Mottram Vesey and Mary Vesey.
As mentioned in the Chapter of Annals, at a town meeting in 1809, a deed was presented to the citizens of Quincy, giving them absolute control over this cemetery, on the following con- ditions :-
" Provided, That the inhabitants of the town shall never hereafter allow the said burial ground to be used as a pasture, or any horse, or cattle of any description, to run at large therein, and that it shall at all times cause a fence to be maintained around the said burial ground, sufficient to exclude all cattle therefrom ; and that no trees shall be permitted to grow within the said ground."
April 4, 1842. Voted, To enlarge the cemetery, by purchas- ing a piece of land adjoining it of Deacon Samuel Savil, for eight hundred dollars. This land, not proving a suitable tract for burial purposes, the town sold a portion of it to the Old Colony Railroad Company.
By a vote of the town April 1st, 1844, about one-half an acre of land, in the southerly part of the cemetery, was annexed. This piece of vacant land, added to the old burial ground, was where the old Town House formerly stood.
This year the Rev. Dr. Lunt and the ladies of the Unitarian Society held a fair, the proceeds of which were for the purpose of adorning and constructing a more suitable inclosure around the ground. The present appropriate iron fence was built from the receipts of this fair.
April 7th, 1845. The Selectmen were instructed to extend the wall on the north side of the burial ground.
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Burials in this old ground are still continued, by some of the older families.
INSCRIPTIONS IN HANCOCK CEMETERY.
1666. Here lies buried the body of the Rev. Mr. William Tompson, the first pastor of Braintrey Church, who deceased December 10, 1666. Etatis suae, 68.
" He was a learned, solid, sound divine,
Whose name and fame in both Englands did shine."
And by his side lies Mrs. Ann Tompson, his wife, deceased October ye 11, 1675. Aged 68 years.
1668. [A stone in the form of a monument lies over the re- mains of Mr. Flint and his wife, with another at the head, on which is the following inscription :] Here lies interred the body of the Rev. Mr. Henry Flint, who came to New England in the year 1635, was ordained the first teacher of the Church of Brain- trey 1639, and Died April 27, 1668. He had the character of a gentleman remarkable for his piety, learning, wisdom, and fidel- ity in his office.
By him, [on his right hand,] lies the Body of Margery, his beloved consort, who died March, 1686-7. Her maiden name was Hoar. She was a gentlewoman of piety, prudence, and pe- culiarly accomplished for instructing young gentlewomen, many being sent to her from other towns, especially from Boston. They descended from ancient and good families in England.
1708. [Rev. Mr. Moses Fiske was the third minister of the First Church, Braintree. On his tombstone is this inscription :] Here rests the body of Rev. Mr. Moses Fiske, Deceased Aug. 10th, 1708, in the 66th year of his age and 36th of his ministry.
Braintree! Thy prophet's gone, this tomb inters
The Rev. Moses Fiske, his sacred herse. Adore heaven's praiseful art that formed the man,
Who souls not to himself, but Christ oft won: Sail'd through the straits with Peter's family, Renown'd and Gaius' hospitality, Paul's patience, James' prudence, John's sweet love,
Is landed, enter'd, clear'd, and crown'd above.
By his side Mrs. Sarah, wife of Mr. Moses Fiske, Deceased 2 December, 1692 ; also Mrs. Ann, wife of Mr. Moses Fiske, died July 24th, 1708.
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1725. [On the same tomb-stone are the following inscrip- tions :] Here Rests the remains of Rev. Joseph Marsh, 4th minister of the 1st Congregational Church in this town. De- ceased March Sth, 1725-6 ; 41 year of his age, and 17th of his ministry.
1744. Here Rests Rev. John Hancock, 5th minister of the 1st Congregational Church in this town, and Father of John Hancock the Patriot. Deceased May 7th, 1744, in 42 year of his age, and 18 of his ministry.
1800. Rev. Mr. Anthony Wibird, 7 minister of the 1 Congre- gational Church in this town. Deceased June 4, 1800, 46th of his ministry, aged 72.
1801. Here Rests the Remains of Norton Quincy, Esq. De- ceased Sept. 29, 1801, Ætatis 84 Years, 11 months, 2 days.
1843. Rev. Peter Whitney, the eighth minister of the 1st Congregational Church in this town. Deceased March 3d, 1843, in the 74 Year of his age, and 44 of his ministry.
And Mrs. Jane his wife. Deceased Nov. 11, 1832, in 57 year of her age.
Abby Warren, Daughter of Rev. William P. Lunt. Deceased Sept. 12, 1841, Æ 15 mos., 4 days.
167-80. Judith Reyner, Daughter to Edmund and Joanna Quincy. Relic of the Reverend John Reyner, late minister of Dover, aged 23 Years. Deceased March 8, 167.80
1688. Henry Neal, aged 71 years. Died October 16th, 1688. The father of 21 children.
1737. Here lyes buried the Body of Capt. Lieut. Joseph Neal. He died 23d of December, 1737, in ye 78 year of his age.
1746. Here lyes buried ye Body of Mr. Benjamin Neal, who Died June 12th, 1746, in 78 year of his age.
1747. Here lyes buried ye Body of Mary Neal, widow of Capt. Lieut. Joseph Neal. Died April 18, 1747, aged 83 years.
1747. Here lyes ye Body of Mr. Benjamin Neal, who died December 5, 1747, in ye 54 year of his age.
1730. Here lies ye Body of Mrs. Mehetable Neal, the wife of Mr. Benj. Neal. She died Sept. 16, 1730, in the 29 year of her age.
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1679. In memory of Mrs. Sarah Tompson, late wife of Mr. Samuel Tompson, aged 43 years. Deceased Jan. 15, 1679.
1695. In memory of Mr. Samnel Tompson, who was Deacon of Braintry Church, aged 64 years. Deceased June 18, 1695.
1706. Here lyes buried ye Body of Elizabeth Tompson, wife of Deacon Samuel Tompson of Braintry, aged 69 years. Died Nov. 5, 1706.
1713. Sarah Tompson, Daughter of Hannah Tompson, Died October 1713, in ye 12 year of her age.
1680. Here lyes buried the Body of Grace, the late wife of John French, aged 59 years. Deceased Febuary ye 28, in ye year 1680.
1681. Here lyes buried ye Body of Mr. William Veazay, aged 65. Died ye 16 June, 1681.
1683. HIere lyeth buried ye Body of Roger Billings, senior, aged 65 years. Departed this life ye 15 day of November, 1683.
1684. Here lyeth ye Body of Sarah Hayward, aged 4 years. Died June ye 23, 1684.
1690. Here lyeth ye Body of Mr. Jonathan Hayward, aged 49 years. Died November ye 21, 1690.
1734. Here lyeth ye Body of Mr. Jonathan Hayward, son to Mr. Jonathan Hayward, who died September 12, aged 40 years, 1734.
1745. Here lyeth ye Body of Mrs. Ruth Hayward, wife to Jonathan Hayward, Deceased June 22, 1745, 29 year of her age.
1688. In memory of Thankful, Daughter of William and Ann Rawson, Born in Dorchester Ang. 6, 1688, and Dyed August 21, 1688.
1692. In memory of Ebenezer, son of William and Ann Rawson, aged four months, Deceased 28 August, 1692.
1690. Here lyeth buried ye body of Capt. Richard Brackett, Deacon, aged 80 years. Deceased March 5, 1690.
1690. Here lyeth ye Body of Joseph, the son to Joseph, and Waiting Penniman, who was borne in the year 1670, and De- ceased 1690.
1690-1. Here lyes ye Body of Lieutenant Robert Twelves, Deceased March 2, 1690-1, aged 80 years.
The memory of the Just is Blessed.
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1695. Here lyes ye Body of Mr. Joseph Crosby, who Died November 26, 1695, aged 56 years.
DEDICATED
To the memory of Joseph Adams, senior, who died December 6, 1694, aged 68.
And his wife, whose first name was Baxter, who died Ang. 27, 1692, aged 58. This tomb Erected by a great-grandson in 1817.
In memory of Henry Adams, who took his flight from the Dragon persecution in Devonshire, in England, and alighted with eight sons near Mount Wollaston. One of the sons returned to England, and, after taking time to explore the country, four moved to Medfield and the neighboring towns; two to Chelms- ford ; one only, Joseph, who lies here at his left hand, remained, who was an original Proprietor in the township of Braintree, incorporated in the year 1639.
This stone and several others have been placed in this yard by a great-great-grandson, from a veneration of the Piety, humil- ity, simplicity, prudence, patience, temperance, frugality, indus- try and perseverance, of his Ancestors, in hopes of Recom- mending an imitation of their virtues to their posterity.
In memory of Joseph Adams, son of Joseph Adams senior, and grandson of Henry and of Hannah his wife, whose maiden name was Bass, and daughter of Thomas Bass and Ruth Alden, parents of John Adams, and grandparents of the Lawyer John Adams.
Ereeted December, 1823.
1736. Here lyes ye Body of Mr. Joseph Adams, who died Feb. 12, 1736, aged 84 years.
1739. In memory of Mrs. Elizabeth Adams, widow of Mr. Joseph Adams, who died Feb. 14, 1739, aged 71, years.
1751. Here lies interred the remains of Mr. Samuel Adams who deceased 17th of July A. D. 1751, in the 57 year of his age. The memory of the just is Blessed.
1761. In memory of Mr. Boylston Adams, who died Decem- ber 1761, aged 76 years.
1777. In memory of Sarah Adams, wife of Samuel Adams, who died June 23, 1777, in the 80 year of her age.
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1769. Here lies ye Body of Mr. Micajah Adams, who Died June 18th, 1769, aged 77 years.
1778. In memory of Mr. Moses Adams, who died October 9, 1778, in the 46 year of his age.
1761 Sacred to the memory of John Adams, who died May 1797* 25, A. D. 1761, aged 70 years. And of Susanna, his Consort, Born Boylston, who Died April 17, A. D. 1797, aged 88.
The sweet remembrance of the just,
Should flourish when they sleep in dust.
1699. In memory of Mr. Lawrence Copeland, who Died Dec. 30, 1699, 100 years old.
1675. [This monument is erected over the remains of the learned Leonard Hoar, M. D., the third president of Harvard College. The following curious inscription is on this tomb, but hard to identify, such have been the ravages of time :]
Epitaph wrote for the Tomb of Leonard Hoar Doctour of Phisicke who departed this life In Boston the 28 November, . Was interred here the 6 December And was aged 45 years, Anno Dom, 1675.
Three precious friends under this tombstone lie Pattern to aged, youth, and infancy, A great mother, her learned son, with child, The first and least went free, he was exil'd. In love to Christ, this Country, and dear friends, He left his own, cross'd seas, and for amends Was here extoll'd, envy'd, all iu a breath,
His noble consort leaves, is drawn to death.
Strange changes may befall us ere we die, Blest they who well arrive eternity. God grant some names, O thou New England's friend, Don't sooner fade than thine, if times don't mend.
1723. Died in Boston, May 25, 1723, Dame Bridget Usher, formerly wife of Dr. Leonard Hoar. Was brought hither from Boston, and interred in the same grave, May 30, 1723, according to her desire.
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1692. In memory of Mr. Francis Newcomb, who Died May 27, 1692, aged 100 years.
1680. Here Lyeth Burried ye Body of Mrs. Joanna Quincy, ye wife of Mr. Edmund Quincy, aged 55 years. Died 16th of May, 1680.
1775. [In the immediate vicinity of the tomb where lies interred Josiah Quincy, Jr., is a marble monument, surmounted with an urn, and upon its east side is inscribed the following epitaph, written by John Quincy Adams : ]
Sacred To the memory of Josiah Quincy, Jun., Late of Boston, Barrister at law,
Youngest son of Josiah Quincy, Late of this town, Esquire. Brilliant talents, uncommon eloquence, & indefatigable application Raised him to the highest eminence in his profession.
His early enlightened, inflexible attachment to The cause of his country, Is attested by monuments more durable than this, And transmitted to posterity
By well-known productions of his Genius. He was Born the 23d Feb., 1744, And died the 26th April, 1775. His mortal remains are here deposited, With those of Abigail his Wife,
Daughter of William Phillips, Esquire, Born 14th April, 1745. Died 25th March, 1798.
Stranger, In contemplating this monument as the frail tribute of filial gratitude and affection,
Glows thy beld breast with patriotic flame? Let his example point the paths of fame; Or seeks thy heart, averse from public strife, The milder graces of domestic life; Her kindred virtues let thy soul revere, And o'er the best of mothers drop a tear.
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".[On the north side of the same monument can be seen the following inscription :]
Josiah Quincy, Jun., Born 23d of February, 1744, Died 26th of April, 1775. And Abigail Quincy, His Wife, Born 14th of April, 1745, Died 25th of March, 1798. To There united and beloved Memory This Monument is erected, By Their only surviving child.
1705. Here lyeth ye Body of Deacon Joseph Penniman, aged 65 years. Deceased November ye 5, 1705.
1718. Here lyes ye Body of Mr. Moses Penniman, aged about 42 years, Died July 29, 1718.
1690. Here lyeth Buried ye Body of Capt. Richard Brackett, Deacon, aged 80 years. Deceased March 5, 1690.
1718. Here lyes ye Body of Mr. James Brackett, who Died ye 8 day of April, 1718, in ye 73 year of his age.
[The following six individuals are buried in the Brackett family tomb : ]
1713. Nathaniel Brackett, who died 1713, aged 66 years.
1781. Mr. James Brackett, his son, who died 1781, aged 72 years.
1791. Mr. Ebenezer Brackett, son of said James Brackett, who died 1791, aged 43 years.
1794. Dr. Ebenezer Brackett, who died 1794, aged 21 years.
1797. Samuel E. Brackett, who died 1797, aged 19 years.
1802. Mrs. Betsey Brackett, Wife of Mr. Charles Brackett, who died 1802, aged 25 years.
This tomb repaired by Mr. Lemuel Brackett, 1844.
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1785: In memory of Miss Sarah Brackett, third daughter of Mr. James and Mary Brackett.
Her death was from fever.
Died Oct. 31, 1785. ÆEt. 18 Years.
1786. In memory of Mrs. Mary Brackett, and daughter of Mr. John Spear, Consort of Mr. James Brackett. She died Con- sumptive, July 10, 1786, in the 48 year of her age.
The mother of 10 Children.
1789. Mrs. Polly Odiorne, Wife of Mr. George Odiorne, of Boston, and eldest Daughter of Mr. James and Mary Brackett. Died July 15, 1789, in the 37th year of her age.
1690. Here lyes Buried the Body of Mr. Stephen Pain, aged 38 years. Deceased ye 24th of May, 1690.
1743. Here lyes the Body of Mary, Wife of Deacon Moses Pain, aged 78, who died July ye 4, 1743.
1746. Here lyes the Body of Deacon Moses Pain, who died June the 22, 1746, 87 year of his age.
1690-1. Here lyes ye Body of Deborah, ye Daughter of Ed- mund and Sarah Sheffield, aged 23 years. Died January ye 18th, 1690-1.
1692. Stephen Cleverly, aged 19 years. Died March ye 10th, 1692.
1694. Here lyes the Body of Sarah, ye wife of Mr. John Cleverly, aged 54 years. Deceased October ye 25, 1694.
1763. Here lyes Buried ye Body of Lieut. John Cleverly, aged 68 Years. Departed His life May the 5, 1763.
1786. In memory of Mrs. Sarah Cleverly, who died April 27, 1786, in the 50 year of her age.
1806. In memory of Mr. Stephen Cleverly, Deceased June 16th, 1806, aged 75 years.
1708. Stephen, Son of Mr. John and Mary Marshall, aged 2 years. Died September 2, 1708.
1704. Here lyes the Body of Elizabeth Hobart, Wife to Mr. Caleb Hobart, aged 71 years. Died August ye 9, 1704.
1711. Here lyes the Body of Mr. Caleb Hobart, aged about 89 years. Died September ye 24, 1711.
1713. Here lyes Buried the Body of Joshua Hobart, aged about 74 years. Died December ye 28, 1713.
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1704. Here lyes the Body of Sarah, Daughter to Mr. Daniel and Mary Willard, aged about 15 months. Died August ye 31, 1704.
1711. In memory of Mrs. Lydia Saunders,1 who died March the 9th, 1711, at 12 O'Clock A. M., in a good old age.
1816. Susanna Saunders, youngest Daughter of Mr. William and Ann Saunders, Who Died May 19th, 1816, aged 20 years.
1822. In memory of Miss Elizabeth Saunders, Daughter of Mr. William and Mrs. Ann Saunders, who died Nov. 27, 1822, aged 28.
" Welcome sweet hour of full discharge, That sets our longing souls at large, Unbinds our chains, breaks up our cells, And gives us with our God to dwell."
1826. Ann, Wife of William Saunders, and eldest daughter of Dr. Elisha Savil, Who died April 2, 1826, aged 72 years.
" No mortal woes Can reach the peaceful sleeper here, While angels watch her soft repose."
1830. Mr. William Saunders ; He was a Native of this Town. Died October 27, 1830, aged 83 years.
1711. Ilere lyes ye Body of Mrs. Elinor French, Wife of Mr. John French, aged 85 Years. Deceased April 23, 1711.
1713. Here lies ye Body of Mr. Samuel Spear, Deceased December 24, 1713, in the 55 year of his age.
The memory of thy life is blessed.
1732. Here lies Buried ye Body of Mr. Nathaniel Spear, who Deceased December 3d, 1732, in ye 41 year of his age.
1776. In memory of Mr. John Spear, who died July 5, 1776, in the 66 year of his age.
1780. In memory of Mrs. Hannah Spear, Wife of Mr. Wil- liam Spear, who died April 10, 1780, Æt. 70 years.
The present monument Erected by her Grandson, Daniel Spear, Nov. 1827.
1782. In memory of Mr. William Spear, Who died July 13th, 1782, ÆEt. 74.
1. Mrs. Saunders' death was very sudden. She sank down in her seat and died instantly, in the House of God in the time of divine service.
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1787. In memory of Mrs. Judith Spear, wife of Lieut. Seth Spear, who died July 10, 1787, aged 41 years. The mother of 13 children.
Here's one who lived in peace on earth, And here's her sleeping dust; The soul we trust in Heaven is And reigns amoung the Just.
1795. Erected to the memory of Elizabeth Spear, Daughter of Mr. Seth and Judith Spear. Died August 25th, 1795, aged 14 years.
Boast not thyself of to-morrow, for thou knowest not what a day may bring forth.
1802. In memory of Stephen Spear, who died April 20, 1802, Æt. 60 years.
1802. In memory of Elinor Spear, who died May 14, A. D. 1802, ÆEt. 66 years.
1802. Here lies the Body of Jason Spear, Obt. on Georges Island of the Quinzy, the 23d of June, 1802, ÆEt. 6 years, 1 month.
1756. Here lyes Buried ye Body of William Bass, the Son of Mr. Samuel Bass, who died October the 15th, 1756, aged 3 years.
1702. John Bass, aged 12 days. Died ye 31 of Env. [?], 1702.
1714. IIere lyes ye Body of Mr. William Nightingale, aged about 77 years. Died May ye 10, 1714.
1715. Here lyes ye Body of Joseph, ye son of Mr. Joseph and Hannah Nightingale, aged 2 years and 6 months. Died July 29th, 1715.
1718. Here lyes ye Body of Hannah, the wife of Mr. Joseph Nightingale. Died Oct. ye 11, 1718, in ye 27 year of her age.
1725-6. Here lyes ye Body of Joseph Nightingale, who De- ceased June 17th, 1725-6, in ye 49 year of his age.
1717. Here lyes ye Body of Mr. Ebenezer Hayden, aged 73 years. Died Feb. ye 13, 1717.
1718. Here lyes ye Body of Mr. John Ruggles, Deceased January ye 25th, 1718, in ye 56 year of his age.
1741. Here lies the Body of Mrs. Mary Ruggles, Widow of Mr. John Ruggles, who died Ang. 8th, 1741, in ye 72 year of her age.
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1744. Here lyes Buried ye Body of Mrs. Mary Ruggles, the wife of Mr. Josiah Ruggles, who was the Danghter of Mr. John Clough of Boston, aged 21 years, who died June 28th, Anno Dom. 1744.
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