History of Sussex and Warren counties, New Jersey, with Illustration and Biographical Sketches of its Prominent Men and Pioneers, Part 85

Author: Snell, James P; Clayton, W. W. (W. Woodford)
Publication date: 1881
Publisher: Philadelphia : Everts & Peck
Number of Pages: 1140

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"In memory of John Beardslee, who died February 27th, 1828, aged twenty-nine years."

"Sacred to the memory of Abram Johnson, who died November 29th, 1821, aged seventy-six years, three months, and four days."

"Sacred to the memory of Hannah Johnson, who died August 16th, 1822, aged eighty-three years and five months."

"Sacred to the memory of Mary C. Rorick, wife of John C. Rorick, who died June 17th, 1857, aged thirty-seven years, three months, and four days.

" she was a kind companion, an affectionate mother, and leaves five children."

" Sacred to the memory of Simon Wade, who died September 21st, 1817, in the sixty-eighth year of his age."

"In memory of Charles Beardslee, who died March 25th, 1803, in the sixty-first year of his age."

"In memory of Charles Beardslee, who died March 25tl1, 1818, in the fifty-seventh year of his age."

" In memory of Mary Morris, wife of Thomes Lawrence, Eeq., of Phil- adelphia, born in 1723, at Morrisania, West Chester County, N. Y., died at the residence of her son, Thomas Lawrence, of Hamburg, Sussex County, N. J., in 1804."

"In memory of Thomas Lawrence, Esq., of Morris Vale, in the county of Sussex, who departed this life November 18, 1823, aged eeveaty-nine yeare.

"In his death a wifo was deprived of a kind and devoted husband, children of au affectionate parent, and society of an honest and virtuous man."

" In memory of Dr. Samuel Fowler, born October 30th, 1779, died Feb- ruary 26th, 1844."

BAPTIST CHURCH CEMETERY.

The burial-ground attached to the Baptist church at Hamburg, though probably not so old as the one already mentioned, has many graves of an early date. The memorial tablets which were originally ereeted over them have in many instances been destroyed, while others have no inscription to designate their

THE progonitor of the Edsall family in this country was Sam- uel Edsall, who came from Reading, Berkshire Connty, England, and settled in New Amsterdam in 1650. One of his descend- ants, grandfather of the subject of this sketch, was Richard Edsall, who lived at English Neighborhood, Bergen Co., N. J. He was n land-surveyor during the latter part of tho colonial period, was afterwards an officer in the New Jersey Line during the Rovolutionary war, and participated in several general en- gagements. llo married Jemima Seely. The children of this marriage were Seely (deceased), Clara (deceased), Joseph (do- ceased), Elizabeth (deceased), Almeda (deceased), Sarah (de- censed), Susan (now living in New York), Richard (decensed).

Richard Edsall, Sr., died in Vernon township. His son, Joseph Edsall, was born in Vernon township, and married Sarah Do Kay. Of this union wore born the following chil- dren : Almeda, married William Seymour (deceased); Mrs. Seymour, now living in New York; Thomas (deccused), nt Hamburg, N. J .; R. E. Edenll; Julia, married C. Il. Pond, now living in St. Louis; Susan A., married John Vandegriff (decensed), Mrs. Vandegriff now living in Florida; Clara, married J. Il. Bertholf, now living in Philadelphia; A. J. (Ic- censod), nt Terre Haute; Joseph, captain's clork United States Navy. Joseph Edsull, Sr., was a member of the Legislature in 1825, and was quarterinneter in the army during the war of 1812. llo died in Vernon township.

R. E. Edsall was born in Vernon township, Nov. 12, 1813. Ulo acquired such an einention ns tho neighboring schools afforded. At the age of soventeen ho went to New Orleans and entered the commission house of 1. Thayer & Co., where he romained seven years. In 1837 ho removed to Hamburg, and was olerk for the firm of Edsall & Vandegriff, which position ho held until 1811. when he entered into partnership with J. Cowdrey and kopt store at Warwick, N. Y., under the firm- name of Cowdrey & Edsall until 1844, when he retired from business and was disengaged for a year. Subsequently he be-

camo book-keeper for Col. J. E. Edsall, at the llamburg for- nace, where he remained until 1849, when he commeneed busi- ness in Hamburg ns a merchant, where he has since resided. Io 1853 ho took in John Vandegriff ns a partner ; in 1855, Vandegriff retired from the firmn. In 1858, W. Il. Charda- voyne was taken in as partner, and the firm became R. E. Ed- sall & Co. This firm continned business until 1872, when W. T. Amdlerson was takon in as partner, and the firm of Edsall, Chardavoyne & Co. continue business in ISSO.

Mr. Edsull is a member of the firms of Chardnvoyne, Drew, & Co., of De Witt, Iowa, and T. Lawrence, Jr., & Co., of Bello Plain, Iown. In 1858 he married Emma E., daughter of Rob- crt A. and Elizabeth ( Ryerson) Linn, of Hamburg, Tbc mn- ternal grandfather of Mrs. Edsall was Martin Ryerson, n land- surveyor, and one of the carly settlers of Hamhurg. The children of this marriage were Robert Linn, Frank II., Thomas De Kny, Richard E., David L., leory J., all living at home.

In 1855, MIr. Edsull was elected sheriff of Sussex County. In 1863 he was elected to fill the unexpired term in tho Stato Legislature occasioned by the death of the Into Col. Samnel Fowler. In 1867 he was elected Stato senator, and reinined in offico six years. While in the Senate be was chairman of the committee on railroads and ennals, and member of many other important committees. Ile has been a delegate to tho different conventions, State, county, and congressional. In polities ho is n Democrat, and has always takeu an active in- terest in political matters. Though not a member of any choreb, he has always given his support to all church and kindred in- terests. Ho and his family attend the Protestant Episcopal Church of Hamburg.

Mr. Elsall has spent his life as an active business man, and in his business relations his integrity, his desire for justice to all, and his frank and open ways have always secured thio oonfilonco of those with whom he has been brought into ountnet.

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location. Among the oldest legends are the follow- ing :

"Sacred to the memory of Martin Ryerson, who died November 3d, 1820, aged seventy-two years, two months, atl six days."

"In memory of Rhodu Ryerson, born November 4th, 1757, and dled September 16th, 1x23, aged sixty-five years, ulne months, and twenty- two days."

" In memory of Jesse Ryerson, son of Martin aud Rhoda Ryerson, bors March 27th, 1780, died October 3d, 1803, aged twenty-three years, six months, and seven days."

" In memory of Anno Ryerson, daughter of Martin und Rhoda Ryer- wu, born April 11th, 1784, died February 13th, 1811, aged twanty-six years, ten months, and two days."

There is also a cemetery connected with the old Baptist church (now Reformed Dutch) at Franklin. As this building was erected in 1823, many of the burials are coexistent with this date, if not earlier.

XIII .- EARLY POSTS.

The following memorial is indorsed " A memorial to the P. M. General from the citizens of Hamburg, Stockholm, Pompton, Paterson, and Acquanunck, on the subject of the establishment of a stage between Hamburg and New York :"

" To Gideon Grunger, Esquire, Post Master General of the United States at the city of Washington :

" The subscribers, Inhabitants of the villages of Hamburg, Stockholm, Pompton, Paterson, and Acquanunck, and their vicluity, In the State of New Jersey, beg leave to represent that a turnpike road has lately been completed from Hamburg through the several other villages to the city ef New York. That the distance thereby to the city has been made much shorter, and the facility of traveling greatly improved. That the citizens residing in and near the villages aforesaid beg leavo to solicit the Post Muster Genaral to favor them with the convenience of having a Post office established at the villages of Stockholm, Pompton, Paterson, and Acquununek, of which they have haretofore been deprived, and conse- quently has subjected them to very great inconveniences, expense, and dolay lo their communications of business with the city. That the set- tlements on this route have become very populons, and the business trans- neted, even ander their present privation of a public conveyance, is such that in their opinion it would add very considerably to the revenue of the postal department. Your memorialists pray, therefore, that you will take thelr request Into consideration, and grant them the conveniences they now sollcit.

" Your petitioners as in duty, &c.

" They beg to wld further that it is contemplated to commence running a stage shortly from the village of Hamburg on the above route to Now York city, and which they tako the liberty to suggest to the P. M. G., In- der the Idea that a contract may possibly from that circumstance be made with more economy for the conveyance of the mail, and that the distances between the offices sollelted for may be known, your memorinlists have subjoined a schedule of the places nud the distances from each other, and from Hamburg to the city of New York."

The above memorial, a copy of the original, bears neither signatures nor date.

The post-office at Hamburg was established as early as 1795, with Thomas Lawrence as postmaster. Col. Joseph Sharp, having at an early date controlled large business interests at this point, had caused the hamlet to be called Sharpsboro'. In 1792 a forge was established by Jesse Potts, known as the Hamburg Forge, and this name, being pleasing to the citizens, was adopted as the designation of their post-office. The mails were brought semi-weekly by a post-rider, Wednesday and Saturday having been the auspicious days. The following quaint register of the time of arrival of the Hamburg mail and its habitual tardi-

ness was kept by the earliest postmaster and is here appended :

An Account of the arrival of Joel Smith, Post Riler at this Ofice.

Time of arrival from Rhinebeck, Saturday 7 Clock P.M. Time of arrivel from N. York, Wednesduy 8 Clock A.M.

DAY OF THE WEEK.

Day of the Month and Year.

What Hour of

the Day of

From the

Night.

Southwd or Northward.

REMARKS.

Thursday .....

1797. March 30

8 Clock A.M.

Southwå

Bronght with him the Rockaway & Sparta l'acket.

Sunday ..... ..

April 2

4 Clock P.M.

North wd

Thursday,

... ....

11 Clock A.M.

Sonthwd

Saturday ....

April 8

9 Clock P.M.

Northw4

Wednesday .. April 12

1 ºClock P M.

Southw4

Saturday .....

April 22

11 Clock A.M.

Northw4

A little Boy rode for him. Du.

Thursday .. ...

27 12 Clock A.M.

Southw

Du.

XIV .- THIE LAST CENSUS.

The following list of residents of the township who have attained advanced years is appended :

Harriet Babcock, 85; David Beatty, 70; Hannnh J. Bentty, 75; Jolitr Bentty, 70; Sarah Beatty, 65; Jonas Beardslee, 72; Eunice Beards- loc, 73; Elias Beardslee, 69; Catharine Ball, 68; Elizabeth Beatty, 80: Mark Bellew, 65; Clarkson Bird, 71 ; Mary E. Bird, 71; Ellza- beth Card, 81 ; William Camp, 85; Catharine Crowley, 65; Michael Conley, 67; Charlotte Congleton, 69 ; Alexander Carpenter, 65; Gil- bert .A. Conjdin, 67; Jonas Conkling, 68; Cornelius Doremus, 71; Willlamı Dung, 75; Julia Duna, 65; Edward Duun, 67; James Dunn, 80; Henry De Graw, 66; James DeWitt, 74; Jumes Everman, 81 ; William Edwards, 65; Richard E. Edsoll, 66; Letta Edsall, 79; Ann Edsull, 80; Jeremiah Edsall, 79; Margaret Fullor, 65; Mary Flion, 66; Almeda Hammond, 6%; Bethio Hiles, 69; Hosea J. Jardin, 74 ; John B. Hamilton, 70; Sarah B. Ingersoll, 69; Garret Kemble, &6: John R. King, 65; Jacob Lantz, 66; Martha Lemin, 65; John Lewis, 00; Ann Longstreet, 83; Mary Lnyton, 74; Henrietta L. Linn, 70; William J. Lewis, 76; Hester A. Lewis, 71; John Mascar, 67; Lucy Margarum, 81 ; Asa Munson, 72; Lydin MInoson, 6G; William Maines, 65; Nancy Mitten, 67; Joel McCann, 66; Mary McCann, 67; Richard Osborne, 65; William Peacock, 74; Catharino Peacock, Gs; Isruel Pollison, 74; Eliza Pollison, 6G; Seeley Pollison, 69; Joseph P'lotts, 75; Samuel O. Price, 70; James L. Predmore, 76; Isacher Rude, 73; Eliza Rude, GG; Bernard Riley, 66; Aun Roso- well, 65 ; Mercy Aun Rude, 65 ; Thompson Riggs, 66 ; Abram Strait, 65; Anna E. Struit, 66; Susan Smith, 77; Thomas W. Simpson, 70; Mary Simpson, 65; MInry A. Stoll, 72; Jacob Smith, 69; Sarah A. Smith, 60; Stephen Smith, 85 ; Jesse Trusdell, 75; P'hebe Talmage, 70; George Tinkey, 86; Anthony Teabout, 69; James Woods, 72; George Walter, 79; Joseph II. Williams, 81; Adn Williams, 78; Hannah Winnos, 66 ; Noudlah Wade, 74. Number between the ages of 60 And 65, 53.

XV .- HISTORICAL NOTES AND INCIDENTS.

In a letter addressed in 1804 by one of the early residents of Hamburg to a member of his family, then absent, the following passage oceurs as fore- shadowing the future " Jersey City :"

" I wish to entertidn you with all the news adoat, and an Information was announced to me last night that will be new and suprising to you. What think you of a new city, to be called the City of Jersey ? The grounds have all been purchased, on a lense of 999 years, of the Dutch- mno the proprietor. This has been done by n company of gentlemen in New York. The lots, many of them, have been laid out, and inany sold. The plan in to be similar to the city of Philadelphia. The situation is elegant, and the slubrity of it will induce to its speedy settlement."

In a very early day-book of Thomas Lawrence, embodying his business transactions in Sussex County,

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occurs the following stricture on the inhabitants of that day :

" Day-Book of Thomas Lawrence respecting his transactions iu Sussex County, commencing in February, 1788, and which is hereafter to be produced in evidence in case of dispute. This method and exactness is rendered essentially necessary from the present temper and disposition of the inhabitants of this county, in general being extremely fond of litigation.1

An old postal record kept by the first postmaster during the early days of the Hamburg post-office has the following entries :

March 13, 1815.

Jehu Celt, balance due on a letter marked paid for his brother seat to Massachusetts

J. Colt, 1 letter for Mr. Jefferson

17 cts. 11 cts.

Dr. Samuel Fowler, due thie day on letter postage, 48 .. 5 cts.

Jehu Cox, 1 Letter from Philadelphia 13 cts.

Lewis Adams, 1 Letter for Mrs. Loomis .. 26 cts.

12th,

William Edsall, 1 Letter dl'd himself 13 cts. Joseph Sharp, 1 Letter sent by his son Isaac, by order of Mrs. Sharp, for New Brunswick

17 cts.

Thomas Lawrence, 1 Letter from Caroline 13 cts.

28th.

Michel Rorick, 1 Letter delivered to his son ............. 17 cts.

Ford & Fowler, 1 Letter by Tommy. 10 cts.

Jabez Celt, 1 Letter for his brother, sent by Tommy, not included iu the account of Mr. Colt

17 cts.

May 9th.

Judge Jeho Linu, For 2 letters for this day, 36 cts. Judge Linu called in my absence for this letter, and paid 1212 cts , so there remaina due ....

231/2 cts.

10th.

Due Martin Ryerson, as chaage ou a letter sent to Maryland ..... 8 cts.

16tl1.

Peter Decker, 1 Letter to-day. 8 cts.

dated some days since ... 10 cts.

Simeon McCoy, 1 pamphlet ..

9 cts.

May 9th.

Due from Joseph Sharp this day 1.87 Paid 1.00

Due. 87 cts. Benj. 1. Seward, at John Ford's, 1 Letter sent by Negro boy. ... 17 cts.

BIOGRAPHICAL S SKETCHES.

ASA MUNSON.

The Munson family is of English ancestry. The father of the subject of this sketch was Israel Mun- son, who was born in Morris Co., N. J., in 1771, and was one of the early settlers of Hardyston. He was a farmer, and lived on the property now occupied by his son. He married Nancy Conger, of Morris County. Of this union were born the following chil- dren : Amos, now living at Deckertown; Lavinia (deceased) ; Samuel, living at Paterson, N. J .; Asa; Susanna, living in Illinois; Sering, living in Mich- igan ; Israel, Jr. (deceased) ; James L., living at Sparta, N. J .; John, living at Wantage, N. J .; Theo- dosia (deceased) ; Nancy (deceased). Israel Munson, Sr., died in Hardyston. Asa Munson was born on the farm on which he now resides, Oct. 27, 1807. He received such an education as the township school of Franklin then afforded. While a young man, he removed to Beaver Run, N. J., but soon returned to the old homestead, where he has since remained. In

1832 he married Lydia, daughter of George Dolan, of Hardyston. The children of this marriage were George D. (deceased) ; Chilleon (deceased) ; Phebe Ann, married W. C. Roe, of Lafayette, N. J .; Chil-

Asa Munson

leon ; Daniel D .; Susan (deceased) ; Sarah E. (de- ceased) ; Nancy Amelia, married Samuel George, of Ogdenshurgh, N. J. ; Asa, Jr. (deceased) ; Lydia (de- ceased), married A. J. Van Cott, of New York. In politics Mr. Munson has always been a Democrat. He was a freeholder of his township for many years, but latterly his ill health compelled him to decline the office. Though not a member of any church, he and his family have been regular attendants of the North Church (Presbyterian), Hardyston, and he has been a liberal supporter of the same. He has always followed farming, and his farms are in as high a state of cultivation as any in the county. The business of the farm and extensive distillery are now carried on by his sons, C. & D. D. Munson.

GEORGE WALTHER.

George Walther is the son of Christian L. and Ma- ria B. Walther. He was born at Neaderstoelten, Kingdom of Würtemberg, Germany, March 25, 1801. His father died when he was nine years of age, and after acquiring an education he learned the trade of tanning and leather-dressing. He traveled exten- sively through his native country, and went to St. Petersburg, Russia, where he remained three years. He returned to Germany, and in 1825 came to Amer- ica, landing at Boston. He visited Washington, D. C.,

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thence to Frederick, Md., where he remained one year, working at his trade. He then came to New York, where he started business for himself; but after two years gave up his business relations and went to

CHARLES WADE.

The Wade family is of English origin, its progeni- tors in America being early settlers in Connecticut. Simon, father of Charles Wade, came to what was

George Halther

New Orleans, and was for some months engaged in trading in hides up the Red River country. He re- turned to New York, and in 1837 came to Snufftown, N. J., where he has since resided. In 1853 he married Phebe J., daughter of David Stait. David Stait was a native of Milton, Morris Co., N. J., and removed to Snufftown in 1831. Hle was a wheelwright by trade, a man of good influences, and a member of the Meth- odist Episcopal Church at Snufftown, of which he was a class-leader for over forty years. He died in 1874. The children of this marriage were George, deceased ; Josephine, living at home; Albert, de- ceased; Augusta, deceased ; Sarah; Mary ; and Chris- tian Arthur, living at home. Since his residence in Snufftown, Mr. Walther has carried on the business of tanning and currying, and his tannery is one of the oldest establishments in that enterprising village. He is a man temperate in his habits, perseveringly industrious, and has been successful in business, and noted for his honesty and fair-dealing with all, and is universally respected. In politics he has identified himself with the Republican party, and has served for several years as school trustee in his township. Though not a member of any church, he and his family attend the Methodist Episcopal Church at Snuffown, of which he is a liberal supporter.

then the township of Hardyston, now a part of Sparta, and resided with the Ogden family, which came to New Jersey about the same time, until he was mar- ried. His wife was Abigail Beardsley, of Pough- keepsie, N. Y. He was a carpenter by trade, but subsequent to his marriage settled on the farm and erected the buildings at present on it, where the sub- ject of this sketch resides. He died Sept. 21, 1817, aged sixty-eight years. During the Revolutionary war he worked in a powder manufactory. His chil- dren were Clara, wife of John Buckley, Sarah, Ren- ben Buckley, Hope, Saron, and Charles.

Charles Wade was born on the old homestead, Dec. 4, 1796. He married, in 1838, Mary Jane, daughter of Sammel Tuttle, of Hardyston, N. J.

The children of this union were Saron, died in 1863; Samuel T., a resident of Illinois; Abbey 1., married W. Il. Maines, of Sparta; George W., at home; Lydia E., became the wife of John V. Dur- ling, of Sparta.

Both Mr. and Mrs. Wade were members of the North Church of Hardyston ( Presbyterian). Mr. Wade was a Democrat in politics, was freeholder of his township, and held other offices in connection with township affairs. He was a man estremed for his good judgment and discretion in all business relations, and possessed of sterling integrity. He died Nov. 22, 1869.

VERNON.®

I .- GENERAL DESCRIPTION.

THE township of Vernon is the extreme northeast- erly township of the county, and lies adjacent to Orange County, in New York State, which bounds it on the north. On its southern boundary is Hardys- ton, while Passaic County lies on its eastern line, and Wantage bounds it on the west.

The last census accords Vernon a population of 1828, which, though not equal to that of the most populous of the townships of the county, is much in excess of the larger number of them.

Like her sister-township of Hardyston, Vernon is rich in mineral ores, the deposits of iron being espe- cially abundant. Many of these mines await the labor of the miner to make their wealth productive, while others are being worked and their products shipped for purposes of smelting.

These mines have not conduced greatly to the busi- ness development of the township, for the reason that the point has not heen deemed an advantageous one for the erection of extensive manufacturing enter- prises. The dairy industry, here as elsewhere in the county, is the chief source of revenue to the farmers, and all parts of the township are admirably adapted to grazing.

Vernon embraces an area of 36,150 acres. The total value of real estate is $658,900, and of personal property $215,835. The total assessment of the town- ship is $781,000. The two-mill tax for the past year is $1405.80, the county tax $2165.87, the road-tax $2000, and the poll-tax $392. The rate per thousand is 10.015.

The Sussex Railroad and the Warwick Valley Rail- road both traverse the township, forming a junction at McAfee Valley, where each has a depot.

II .- NATURAL FEATURES.

The surface of Vernon, as of other portions of the county, is mountainous. The Wawayanda range on the east, together with a chain of the Hamburg and the Pochuck Mountains, covers a large portion of the township. The valleys intervening are fertile and very productive.

Vernon is also well watered. The Black Creek, the principal stream, has its source in a rivulet near Mc- Afee Valley, and flows north through much marshy land, after which it joins the Pochuck Creek. The latter stream rises in Orange County, and, flowing

southwest down the mountain, makes a détour near Vernon, and on forming a junction with the Black Creek returns again to Orange County. On the west- ern border is the Papakating River, which separates the township from Wantage. The Wawayanda Lake, on the east, is a very picturesque sheet of water, while the Decker Pond and Roe's Pond, on the west and northwest, though of less size, are equally attractive. On the summit of the mountains are also numerous small lakes,-a natural phenomenon which is not fre- quently observed. On the west side lie the extensive marshes known as the " Drowned Lands of the Wall- kill," which are more fully spoken of on preceding pages, in the general history of Sussex County.

III .- EARLY SETTLEMENTS.

The history of the Baptist Church of Sussex County is indelibly associated with the name of Rev. Thomas Teasdale, who left England and settled in New Jer- sey in 1792, having made the township of Vernon his residence. He devoted himself mainly to the labors of the ministry, but also owned a farm near the present McAfee Valley, which absorbed a portion of his energies. Mr. Teasdale died in 1827, greatly mourned by all to whom he was personally known. The memory of his pious life and elevated character still lives among his descendants who are residents of the township. The historian has been permitted to copy documents relating to this worthy man which will doubtless he esteemed by many readers in the township :

" To all presents Whome This may Concern or that may Desire to Investigate. the Caracter of the Rev. Thomas Teusdule, Lutely from England :

" My acquaintance with this worthy servant of Christ for many years Induces me to give forth a few lines concerning his Caracter, abilities, and the esteem that he was held in both by Professors and profane. But I don't mean to attempt to illustrate the caracter of this worthy servant of Christ with my Pen, for I well know my abilities is not equal to the task, therefore must beg excuse at present from my present enquiries, and at the same time leave to simply tell a few facts concerning this Gentleman, his Life, and conversation. Perfectly agreeable to the Gospel of Christ, His Name was held in great Esteem By all that Knew him. His Church was crowded with a numerous Congregation, To whom he preached the interesting truths of his Master's Gospel with Pathetic energy. The Lord owned and blessed His labors and clothed his hand with power, and it is beyond a Dout with me that there are many Precious souls now in Paradise giving glory to God for his loving kindness to them in sending this faithful messenger and making him instrumental in opening the eyes of the Blind und Turning many from darkness to light, from the Powor of Satan to the glorious liberty of the Children of God. Great was the Loss that many precious people sustained when this faithful Shepherd, who watched so carefully over this flock, left the Favored Isle of Great Brittain in order to Come to America to declare his Mas- ter's Council in our Ears, and I have no dout but the Loss of our Absent friend will be an infinite gain.

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History of Sussex and Warren counties, New Jersey, with Illustration and Biographical Sketches of its Prominent Men and Pioneers, Part 85

Author: Snell, James P; Clayton, W. W. (W. Woodford) Publication date: 1881 Publisher: Philadelphia : Everts & Peck Number of Pages: 1140

Author: Snell, James P; Clayton, W. W. (W. Woodford)
Publication date: 1881
Publisher: Philadelphia : Everts & Peck
Number of Pages: 1140