Sothoron & Related Families - 11 (Notes Pages)

For privacy reasons, Date of Birth and Date of Marriage for persons believed to still be living are not shown.

Keyser Hubert F. [Male] b. ABT 1864 Virginia

1910 Federal Census (1910.04.15, Recorded 1910.04.23) Hampton District, Rappahannock Co., VA - ED 58, Sh 6B (130B), Ln 65, 113/116
- Keyser, Hubert F. Head, 43 year old white male farmer on General farm, in this his first marriage for 19 years. He & parents born in Virginia. Can read & write, speaks English. Is Employer on farm owned freeof mortgage, Farm Schedule #40.
----, Lula. Wife, 42 year old white female, in this the first marriage for 19 years. Had 10 children 9 still living. She & parents born in Virginia. Can read & write, speaks English. Occupation None.
----, Flora. Daughter, 8 year old single white female, in school since last Sept. She & parents born in VA
(Eight other children not copied)

People Page

James T. Sothoron, allopathic physician, was born 9 July 1842 at Charlotte Hall, MD, died 27 Sept 1897 at Washington, DC. Licensed in DC in 1896, practiced at Garfield hospital. Graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine, Washington, DC in 1865. (Ancestry.com* - JAMA Citation 29:761 (M))

James T. Sothoron, male, was born 9 July 1841 to John R. & S.M. Sothoron. He was christened on 17 Oct 1841 at Trinity Parish, Newport, Charles Co., MD. (Ancestry.com* - Maryland Births & Christenings)

Elizabeth C. Canter was born to Elizabeth A. Swann & Horatio Canter in St. Mary's Co., MD in 1843. She will marry Dr. James T. Sothoron. (Smith, P.*)

James T. Sothoron, child of John R. Sothoron & S.M., christened 17 Oct 1841 at Trinity Parish, Newport, Charles Co., MD. (familysearch.com* - IGI Individual Record, from Church Records)

James Sothoron, a student at Georgetown Lancaster School, was presented a medal at exercises held at the Smithsonian on 30 June 1855. (Records of the Columbia Historical Society 25:22)

James Sothoron was one of three Lancaster School students receiving a medal at exercises at the Capitol on 28 July 1856. (Records of the Columbia Historical Society 25:22)

James J.(sic) Sothoron, Md. was a 1865 graduate of Georgetown University Medical School. (Ancestry.com* - image of History of Georgetown University, page 479)

James T. Sothoron is listed as a member of the Medical Corps of the Union Army in 1865. (Hammett* :121)

MARRIED. On the 30th ultimo, by the Revd. Mr. Hoskins, JAMES T. SOTHORON to Miss ELIZABETH C. CANTER. (St. Mary's Beacon :2, Reported 1866.02.08)

Dr. James T. Sothoron, 23 yrs, 6 mos, married Elizabeth Canter, 23 yrs, 4 mos, at All Faith Episcopal Church on 5 February 1866. (Fresco(1)* :273)

Dr. James S. Sothoron married Elizabeth C. Canter on 5 February 1866. (State Record of Marriages :181)

James T. Sothoron (born 9 July 1842 to John Richard Sothoron, died 27 Sept. 1897) married Elizabeth Canter (born 5 Oct. 1842, died 12 August 1900) on 5 February 1866. (Maynard*)

Elizabeth C. Canter, born 1841 in St. Mary's Co., MD to Horatio Canter & Margaret Swann; died August 12, 1900 in Charlotte Hall, St. Mary's Co., MD; married James Thomas Sothoron February 05, 1866 in All Faith Epis., Huntersville, St. Mary's Co., MD; born July 09, 1842 in Charlotte Hall, St. Mary's Co., MD; died September 27, 1897 in Washington, D.C.. (Reno*)

** Census schedules & directories

See father's Notes for 1850 & 1860 Federal Census entries.

Sothoron Dr. J. T. of 162 H St., Physician, Abstract No. 231, Quantity 9 Mos., tax $7.50. District of Columbia, for month of August 1865. (Ancestry.com* - images of U.S. IRS Tax Assessments Lists)

Sothoron J. T. of 183 I St. Div. 11, District of Columbia, for month of August 1865.
..... 1 Carriage, Abstract No. 162, rate 1$, tax $1.00
..... Physician, Abstract No. 231, rate 10$, tax $10.00. Total tax $11.00
(Ancestry.com* - images of U.S. IRS Tax Assessments Lists)

James T. Sothron, physician, 162 I St. north, home same, Washington. (Washington Directory*, 1866)

Dr. James T. Sothoron, 183 I St. north, Georgetown. (Washington Directory*, 1867)

Dr. J.T. Sothoron, 183 I St. north, Washington. (Washington Directory*, 1868)

J.T. Sothoron, physician, 183 I. St. north, Washington, (Washington Directory*, 1869)

James T. Sothoron, physician, 2018 I nw, Washington. (Washington Directory*, 1870)

1870 Federal Census (1870.06.01, Recorded 1870.08.01) Ward 1, Washington, DC - 240 (120B), Ln 18, 1742/1849
- Sothoron, James. 58 (sic) year old white male physician, born in Maryland. Real property value $3,000, personal $1000.
----, Elizabeth. 26 year old white female, keeping house, born in Maryland.
----, James T. 4 year old white male, born in DC
----, Elmer H. 1 year old white male, born in DC
----, Catherine. 28 year old white female music teacher, born in Maryland.
----, Sarah J. 20 year old white female, born in DC
----, Mary B. 18 year old white female, born in DC
----, Francis S. 16 year old white female, born in DC
----, Samuel. 14 year old white male, at school, born in DC

James T. Sothoran, physician, 2018 I nw, Washington. (Washington Directory*, 1871)

James T. Sothoron, Dr., 1919 I nw, Washington. (Washington Directory*, 1872)

James T. Sothoron, physician, 1919 I nw, Washington. (Washington Directory*, 1873)

James T. Sothoron, physician, 1919 I nw, Washington. (Washington Directory*, 1874)
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James T. Sothoron, physician, 1919 I nw, Washington. (Washington Directory*, 1875)

James F. Sothoron, physician, 1919 I nw. (Washington Directory*, 1876)

James C. Sothoron, physician, 1919 I nw; office hours 7-10 AM, 12-1 and 5-10 PM. (Washington Directory*, 1877)

James T. Sothoron, physician, 1919 I nw; office hours 7-10 AM, 12-1 and 5-10 PM. (Washington Directory*, 1878)

James T. Sothoron, physician, 1919 I nw; office hours 7-10 am, 12-1 and 6-10 pm.PM. (Washington Directory*, 1880)

James T. Sothoron, physician, 1919 I nw; office hours: 7-10 am, 12-1 and 6-10 pm.PM. (Washington Directory*, 1881)

1880 Federal Census (1880.06.01, Recorded 1880.06.15) 1919 I St. NW, Washington, DC - ED 37, Pg 52, Ln 10, 341/562
- Sothoron, James T. 38 year old married white male physician, he & both parents born in Maryland.
----, Elizabeth. Wife, 36 year old married white female, keeping house, she & both parents born in Maryland.
----, James T. Son, 12 year old single white male, at home, attended school this year. Born in DC, parents in Md.
----, Elmer H. Son, 11 year old single white male, at home, attended school this year. Born in DC, parents in Md.
----, Nellie. Daughter, 5 year old single white female. Born in DC, parents in Md.
----, Bessie C. Daughter, 2 year old single white female. Born in DC, parents in Md.
----, Samuel H. Brother, 21 year old single white male printer. Born in DC, parents in Md.
----, Sarah J. Sister, 24 year old single white female, at home. Born in DC, parents in Md.
----, Catherine. Sister, 40 year old single white female, at home, she & parents born in Md.

J.T. Sothoron, physician, 1919 I nw, home same; hours 7-10 am, 12-1 and 6-10 pm.
Samuel Sothoron, Sothoron & Bastable, 1919 I nw.
Samuel Sothoron, printer, 1919 I nw.
Samuel Sothoron, Sothoron & Bastable printers, 20th cor I nw.
(Washington Directory*, 1881) (This is the first year the directory uses the "new" D.C. addresses, replacing the original Georgetown addresses)

James T. Sothoron, physician, 1919 I nw, home same; hours 7-10 am, 12-1 and 6-10 pm. (Washington Directory*, 1882)

James T. Sothoron, physician, 1919 I nw; hours: 7-10 am, 12-1 and 5-10 pm. (Washington Directory*, 1883)

James T. Sothoron, physician, 1919 I nw; hours 8-10 am, 1-2 and 6-8 pm. (Washington Directory*, 1884)

James T. Sothoron, physician, 1919 I nw; hours: 7-10 am, 12-1 and 6-10 pm. (Washington Directory*, 1885)

James T. Sothoron, physician, 1919 I nw; hours: 7-10 am, 12-1 and 6-10 pm. (Washington Directory*, 1886)

James T. Sothoron, physician, 1919 I nw; office hours: 8-10 am, 1-2 and 6-8 pm. (Washington Directory*, 1887)

James T. Sothoron, physician, 1919 I nw; hours: 8-10 am, 12-2 and 6-8 pm. (Washington Directory*, 1888)

James T. Sothoron, physician, 1919 I nw; hours: 8-10 am, 1-2 and 6-8 pm. (Washington Directory*, 1889)

James T. Sothoron, physician, 1919 I nw; hours: 8-10 am, 1-2 and 6-8 pm. (Washington Directory*, 1890)

James T. Sothoron, physician, 1919 I nw; hours: 8-10 am, 12-2 and 6-8 pm. (Washington Directory*, 1891)

James T. Sothoron, physician, 1919 I nw; hours: 8-10 am, 12-2 and 6-8 pm. (Washington Directory*, 1892)

James T. Sothoron, physician, 1919 I nw; hours: 8-10 am, 1-2 and 6-8 pm. (Washington Directory*, 1893)

James T. Sothoron, physician, 1917 I nw; hours: 8-10 am, 1-2 and 6-8 pm. (Washington Directory*, 1894)

James T. Sothoron, physician, 1917 I nw; hours: 8-10 am, 1-2 and 6-8 pm. (Washington Directory*, 1895)

James T. Sothoron, physician, 1917 I nw; hours: 8-10 am, 1-2 and 6-8 pm. (Washington Directory*, 1896)

James T. Sothoron, physician, 1917 I nw, hours 8-10 AM, 1-2 & 6-8 PM. (Washington Directory*, 1897)

** Land records -Maryland

James T. Sothoron & wife, of Washington City, D.C. deed to Isiah Canter of St. Mary's Co. for $455, 1/7 part of Part of Truman Lodge, Part of Enclosure with Addition, Part of Hope, Part of Burrough's Gift, all adjoining one another and between the lands of Horatio Canter & Samuel Keech. Recorded Land Records IH#2:267 (Abstracts F#3{StM#4A}:115, St. Mary's Co.,MD, 1867.04.23, Recorded 1867.05.14)

U.S. Stamp $0.50
Deed of 25 April 1867 between Doct. James T. Sothoron & wife Elizabeth C., of Washington, DC; and Sarah Canter of St. Mary's Co., MD. For $455 Sothorons grant to Canter their one-seventh part of lands in St. Mary's Co., MD: part of Truman's Lodge; part of Enclosure with Addition; part of Hope; part of Burrough's Gift. All properties adjoin one another & are situated between the lands of Horatio Canter & Samuel Keech's & others. Signed Jas. T. Sothoron, E.C. Sothoron; witnessed by Geo. K. Alvey. Certified same date, recorded 14 May 1867. (St. Mary's Co., MD Land Records JAC#2:267)

Deed of 15 August 1868 by Doc. James T. Sothoron & wife Elizabeth C., of Washington, DC. For $1,100 they convey to William S. Lyon of St. Mary's Co., MD all their interest in two seventh's part several tracts of land in St. Mary's Co., formerly owned & occupied by Horatio Canter late of same county, dec'd., in fee simple. Are same tracts purchased by Canter from William B. Sothoron. Signed by Jas. T. Sothoron & Elizabeth C. Sothoron. Witnessed by Geo. N. Alvey & Levin J. Sothoron. Certified same date, recorded 16 Dec 1868. (St. Mary's Co., MD Land Records JTB#3:280)

Recorded at request of buyer. Isaiah Canter & Mary E. Canter his wife, Horatio Canter & Clara S.M. Canter his wife, William S. Lyon & Lucy A. Lyon his wife of St. Mary's Co., L. J. Sothoron & Lydia R. Sothoron his wife of St. Mary's Co., and James T. Sothoron & E.C. Sothoron his wife of Washington City D.C. sell for $150 to Henry A. Canter that part of the late Henry Canter's estate lying in the 9th District of Charles Co. near Old Field's Church, beginning at a point 8 yards south of a barn in a line between said property & that of Henry A. Canter's land, running straight southerly to point between said land & that of Ebenezer Haviland, it being the same land on west of said line laid off as Isabella Sothoron's portion by Jeremiah Dudley & Thos. Lovel arbitrators & also being same land sold by decree of County Circuit Court on 25 Feb 1881 by John H. Mitchell & Samuel Cox as trustees, & deeded by them to Josias H. Hancock as Isabella Sothoron's portion of said Henry Canter's estate, & from Hancock & wife to L.H. Canter. Signed by Isiah Canter, Mary E. Canter, Horatio Canter, Clara S. M. Canter, W.S. Lyon, Lucie A. Lyon, L.J. Sothoron, James T. Sothoron, E.C. Sothoron. Witnessed by D.M. Slye. (BGS#8:365, Charles Co., MD, 1885.10.20, Recorded 1885.11.20)

Isiah Canter & Mary E. his wife, Horatio Canter & Claudia B.M. his wife, W.B. Lyon & Lucy A. his wif L. J. Sothoron & L. R. his wife, James T. Sothoron & E. T. his wife deed to Gustavus Webster Lyon for $600, two lots totaling 100 acres. Location not clear. (Abstracts StM#6:422, St. Mary's Co., MD, 1885.11.18, Recorded 1886.02.04)

Under Real Estate Transfers, "James T. Sothoron and wife to Dora M. Sothoron, lot 30, square 86, $5,000.” (Washington Post :7, Washington, DC, Reported 1895.01.31)

REAL ESTATE TRANSFERS. Sq. 1048-SEXTON, Anna M., to James T. Sothoron, $10, original lot 17; subject to trust for $500. (Washington Post :11, Washington, DC, Reported 1896.09.19)

** Miscellaneous

WILLS RECEIVED FOR PROBATE. In a will received the preceding day, Mary Darnall left various endowments, including $200 to Dr. J. T. Sothoron "...for the purpose of keeping her grave green.” (Washington Pos :2, Reported 1886.01.26)

Dr. J. T. Sothoron was one of 24 delegates elected at the annual meeting of the Medical Association of the District, to represent them at the next annual meeting of the American Medical Association. (Washington Post :5, 1892.04.05, Reported 1892.04.06)

James T. Sothoron the executor of the will of the late Mary E. Everett, filed 27 February 1894. (Washington Post :5, Reported 1894.02.28)

James T. Sothoron, physician, was born near Charlotte Hall, MD 7/9/1842. His father, John R. Sothoron, for a long time held a position in the war department at Washington. His wife was Elizabeth Catherine Canter, also from St. Mary's Co., also from a family which originated in England. His father moved the family from St. Mary's Co. to Washington, DC in 1843. Dr. Sothoron attended the grammar school and the Washington select school. He entered the academical department of the Georgetown University in 1858. In 1862 he became a tutor. In 1862 he matriculated in the medical department of Georgetown University, and continued his studies in medicine with Dr. Thomas Antisell, professor of physiology and military surgery. While a student he was appointed medical cadet of the U.S. Army, and served as such in Campbell Hospital in the District of Columbia, and graduated from his university in 1865. He was one of the original organizers of the Episcopal Church Orphanage of Washington and one of its trustees. He had an interest in the organization of St. Paul's Protestant Episcopal Church of Washington, of which he has been a vestryman 16 years and its treasurer since 1885. He was a petitioner for the organization of Garfield Hospital in Washington, a member of the Washington Microscopical Society, and a member of the third congress of American physicians and surgeons. He is a member and delegate of the central board of managers of the associated charities of DC and a member of the District Medical Society and Medical Association of the District of Columbia, and the American Medical Association. He was a delegate and member of the ninth international medical congress. His practice began in Washington in 1865. His success in obstetrics and diseases of children has given him reputation, and as a general practitioner he stands very high in his profession. (National Cyclopedia of American Biography*, 1897)

Mentioned by name in death-related documents of wife & several children (see respective Notes)

** Death

FROM GEORGETOWN - Dr. J. T. Sothoron, who has been ill for some weeks, is recovering. (Evening Star :5, Reported 1890.08.06)

Dr. William H. Sothoron of Charlotte Hall, St. Mary's Co. died at Washington on 27 September 1897. (Cordell* :577) (This is an error - this is the date of death of Dr. James Thomas Sothoron)

Dr. James T. Sothoron, son of John R. Sothoron, died on 27 September 1897. He was born near Charlotte Hall on 9 July 1842, and married Elizabeth Catherine Canter of St. Mary's Co., MD. (Hayward File* {Baltimore Sun :2}, Washington, DC)

James Thomas Sothoron, born 9 July 1842 near Charlotte Hall, Md., died 27 September 1897 in Washington, DC. M.D. degree from Georgetown in 1865. Medical Cadet, U.S.A. Father of Dr. E. H. Sothoron. Educated at the grammar school, Washington Select School and Georgetown College. Was a tutor at Charlotte Hall in 1862. Practiced medicine in Washington. Member of Medical Association of D.C., American Medical Association and 9th International Medical Congress; also of Board of Managers of Associated Charities; member and many years Vestryman and Treasurer of St. Paul's Episcopal Church. (Medical Society of D.C. Annals :304)

Card index entry for will of James T. Sothoron. (Register of Wills - Administrative No. 8013, Washington, DC, 1888.10.27, Proved 1897.10.04)

I, James T. Sothoron of the City of Washington, towit, of the District of Columbia, being in perfect health of body and of sound mind and memory and understanding; but considering the uncertainity of this transitory life do make and publish this my last will and testament in manner and form following, to wit:
- First, It is my will, and I do order, that all my just debts and funeral expenses be duly paid and satisfied as soon as conveniently can be done after my demise.
- Item, I give, devise and bequeath unto my beloved wife Elizabeth C. Sothoron all my estate, both personal and real of which I die seized and possessed.
- I nominate, constitute and appoint my beloved wife, Elizabeth C. Sothoron to be the sole executrix of this my last will and testament, hereby revoking all other wills, legacies and bequests by me heretofore made, and declaring his, and no other, to be my last will and testament.
- In witness whereof, I have huereunto set my hand and seal this 29th day of October 1888.
- Bears the signature:

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Elizabeth C. Canter was born to Elizabeth A. Swann & Horatio Canter in St. Mary's Co., MD in 1843. She will marry Dr. James T. Sothoron. (Smith, P.*)

Elizabeth C. Canter, born 1841 in St. Mary's Co., MD to Horatio Canter & Margaret Swann; died August 12, 1900 in Charlotte Hall, St. Mary's Co., MD; married James Thomas Sothoron February 05, 1866 in All Faith Epis., Huntersville, St. Mary's Co., MD; born July 09, 1842 in Charlotte Hall, St. Mary's Co., MD; died September 27, 1897 in Washington, D.C.. (Reno*)

MARRIED. On the 30th ultimo, by the Revd. Mr. Hoskins, JAMES T. SOTHORON to Miss ELIZABETH C. CANTER. (St. Mary's Beacon :2, Reported 1866.02.08)

Dr. James T. Sothoron, 23 yrs, 6 mos, married Elizabeth Canter, 23 yrs, 4 mos, at All Faith Episcopal Church on 5 February 1866. (Fresco(1)* :273)

Dr. James S. Sothoron married Elizabeth C. Canter on 5 February 1866. (State Record of Marriages :181)

James T. Sothoron (born 9 July 1842 to John Richard Sothoron, died 27 Sept. 1897) married Elizabeth Canter (born 5 Oct. 1842, died 12 August 1900) on 5 February 1866. (Maynard*)

See husband's Notes for land records, including those relating to her legacy..

** Census schedule & directories

See husband's Notes for 1870 & 1880 Federal Census entries.

Elizabeth C. Sothoron, 1919 I nw. (Washington Directory*, 1898)

Elizabeth C. Sothoron, widow James T., 1919 I nw. (Washington Directory*, 1899)

Elizabeth C. Sothoron, widow James, 1919 I nw. (Washington Directory*, 1900)

1900 Federal Census (1900.06.01, Recorded 1900.06.07) 1917 I St NW, Washington, DC - ED 34, Sh 9B, Ln 94, 141/160
- Sothoron, Elizabeth C. Head, 57 year old white female widow, born Oct 1842. Had 4 children, 3 now alive. She & parents born in Maryland. Can read & write, speaks English. Owns her non-farm home free of mortgage.
----, James T. Son, 32 year old divorced white male lawyer, born Nov 1867. Born in DC, parents in Maryland. Can read & write, speaks English. No unemployed time.
----, Nellie K. Daughter, 24 year old single white female, born Jul 1875. Born in DC, parents in Maryland. Can read & write, speaks English.
- Trumbull, Annie. Niece, 36 year old single white female, born Jan 1864. She & mother born in Maryland, father in New Jersey. Can read & write, speaks English

** Death

Died. Suddenly, on Sunday, August 12, 1900, near Charlotte Hall, Md., Mrs. Elizabeth C. Sothoron, widow of the late Dr. James G. Sothoron.
- Funeral today (Tuesday), at 4 p.m. from St. Paul's Protestant Episcopal Church, Twenty-third street and Washington circle. (Washington Post :3, Reported 1900.08.14)

Bettie C. Sothoron died on 12 August 1900 of Heart Disease. She was buried 14 August 1900 at Glenwood Cemetery, Washington, DC in a "walled & flagged” vault in Site 6½, Lot 58 of Sec. G, under Permit No. 5863, "In lot of Jas. T. Sothoron's heirs.” She was born in Maryland and was 57 years, 10 months, 7 days old. Her residence was Hyattsville, MD. Undertaker was Jos. Gawler. (Burial Record)

Card index entry for will of Elizabeth C. Sothoron, Proved 1897.10.04. (Register of Wills - Administrative No. 9715, Washington, DC)

In the name of God, Amen; I, Elizabeth C. Sothoron of he City of Washington, District of Columbia, being of sound and disposing mind and memory, mindful of the uncertainties of life, and being desirous of settling my worldly affairs, do make, publish and declare this my last will and testament.
- First - I direct that all my just debts and personal expenses be paid and satisfied by my executor, hereinafter named.
- Second - I give, devise and bequeath unto my daughter Nellie K. Sothoron, or her heirs all my silver, china, Jewelry, furniture and household effects of every description.
- Third - I order and direct that all the rest, residual and remainder of my estate, real, personal and mixed, whatsoever and wheresoever, of which I may die seized and possessed, be converted into money within one year after my demise, and for that purpose I do hereby authorize and empower my said executor, hereinafter named, to sell and dispose of all my said real estate in such manner, at such times and upon such terms as to him shall seem to be for the best interest of my estate, and by proper deed or deeds, conveyances, or assurances in the law, to be duly executed, acknowledged and perfected, to grant, convey and assure the same to the purchaser or purchasers thereof, in fee simple, without liability on the part of the purchaser or purchasers thereof to see to the due application of the purchase money, and when the whole of my said residuary estate shall be disposed of as aforesaid then I will and direct that the proceeds of such sale or sales be disposed of by my said executor hereinafter named, in manner as follows:
- To my daughter Nellie K. Sothoron, or her heirs, I give, devise and bequeath the sum of ten thousand dollars ($10,000) of the proceeds of the aforesaid sale or sales.
- To my son Elmer H. Sothoron, or his heirs, I give, devise and bequeath one-half of what then remains of the proceeds of the aforesaid sale or sales.
- And the remainder to be invested by my said executor, hereinafter named, and the income therefrom paid to my son J. Thomas Sothoron, during his natural life; if the said income derived therefrom should not amount to the sum of six hundred dollars ($600) per annum, then a sufficient amount of the principal sum shall be used by my said executor to make up the sum of six hundred dollars ($600) per annum, which said income or sum of six hundred dollars ($600) is to be paid to my son J. Thomas Sothoron yearly by my said executor, hereinafter named; and at the death of my son J. Thomas Sothoron, the principal sum, if there be any remaining thereof, shall be divided share and share alike between my children Nellie K. Sothoron and Elmer H. Sothoron, or their heirs.
- Fourth - The rents collected between the time of my decease and the aforesaid sale or sales are to be applied to the payment of debts, interest, repairs, taxes and insurance, and the surplus, if any, to be divided equally between my children J. Thomas Sothoron, Elmer H. Sothoron and Nellie K. Sothoron, or their heirs.
- And lastly, I do hereby nominate, constitute and appoint Bates Warren of the City of Washington, District of Columbia, executor of this my last will and testament, hereby revoking and annulling all former wills and testaments, by me at any time heretofore made, ratifying and confirming this, and none other to be my last will and testament.
- In testimony whereof I have hereunto set my hand and seal this third day of January, A.D., 1900.

People Page

Mary Elizabeth Maynard was born in Washington, DC on 23 September 1904 to Ellen Key Sothoron (born 15 July 1875, died 25 Oct. 1918, daughter of James T. Sothoron), & Foster Maynard (born 6 Jan. 1875, died 10 March 1956). Parents were married 22 April 1903 in Washington, DC. (Maynard*)

See father's Notes for 1880 Federal Census entry, & mother's for 1900 entry.

Nellie K. Sothoron, 1919 I nw. (Washington Directory*, 1898)

Nellie K. Sothoron, 1919 I nw. (Washington Directory*, 1900)

Nellie K. Sothoron, 1917 I nw. (Washington Directory*, 1901)

Nellie K. Sothoron, 1917 I nw. (Washington Directory*, 1903)

- The marriage of Miss Nellie Key Sothoron, daughter of the late Dr. James T. Sothoron, to Foster Maynard, jr., formerly of Baltimore, took place yes­terday at noon at St. Paul's Episcopal Church. The Rev. Alfred Harding per­formed the ceremony, assisted by the Rev. L. J. Sothoron. No cards were is­sued for the ceremony. which was at­tended only by immediate relatives. The bride entered the church with her brothr. J. Thomas Sothoron. The groom joined the bride at the chancel, attended by his best man, Charles M. Watts. The bride wore a gown of blue voile. with hat to match.
- A wedding breakfast was served at the residence of Dr. Elmer Sothoron, 1921 I Street northwest, and immediately after Mr. and Mrs. Maynard left for Atlantic City and other points north. Upon their return they will reside at the Colonial apartments, Georgetown.
- There were present J. Thomas Soth­oron, Dr. and Mrs. Elmer Sothoron, J. Ridgley Sothoron. Mrs. Ridgely, Dr. and Mrs. L. J. Sothoron, the Rev. and Mrs. L. J. Sothoron, Forest Hill. Md.; Miss Willie Cantor, St. Marys, Md.; Miss Biscoe, Mrs. Scott. Miss Mabel Scott, the Rev. E. W. Thompson, W. Seton Kent. Mr. and Mrs. Foster Maynard, J. 0. Maynard. Mrs. James M. Turner and Miss Nannie Maynard, James M. Holli­day and Mrs. T. E. Holliday, ail of Baltimore; Mr. and Mrs. R. H. Maynrd, Gmbrille, Md. (The Washington [DC] Times :7, Reported 23 Apr 1903)

See husband's Notes for 1910 & 1920 Federal Census entries.

Ellen K. Maynard was buried on 28 October 1918 at Glenwood Cemetery, Washington, DC in Site 9 of Lot 58, Section G (Sothoron plot). (Burial Record) NOTE: This date conflicts with her 1920 Census entry (see husband's Notes). (WHS*)

DIED. On Saturday, March 10, 1956, at his residence, 2301 Cathedral ave. nw., FOSTER MAYNARD, husband of the late Ellen Key Sothoron Maynard, father of Miss Elizabeth Maynard. Friends may call at Gawler's Chapel, 1756 Pennsylvania ave. nw. (courtesy parking opposite), where services will be held on Tuesday, March 13, at 11 a.m. Interment Glen Wood Cemetery. (Washington Post :30, Reported 1956.03.13)

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People Page

Mary Elizabeth Maynard was born in Washington, DC on 23 September 1904 to Ellen Key Sothoron (born 15 July 1875, died 25 Oct. 1918, daughter of James T. Sothoron), & Foster Maynard (born 6 Jan. 1875, died 10 March 1956). Parents were married 22 April 1903 in Washington, DC. (Maynard*)

See wife's Notes for newspaper account of wedding to Ellen Key Sothoron.

1910 Federal Census (1910.04.15, Recorded 1910.04.22) 3034 Dent Place, Washington, DC - ED 132, Sh 9(143)A, Ln 45, 164/191
- Maynard, Foster. Head, 36 year old white male, in this his first marriage 6 years. He & parents born in Virginia. Occupation Secretary & Mgr. Broom Factory, drawing wages. Can read & write, speaks English. Owns his non-farm home free of mortgage.
-----, Ellen K. Wife, 34 year old white female, in this her first marriage 6 years. Had 1 child, still living. Born in DC, parents in Maryland. Occupation None. Can read & write, speaks English.
-----, Mary E. Daughter, 5 year old white female. She & mother born in DC, father in Virginia. Speaks English, attended school since Sept.

Foster Maynard of 3034 Dent Pl. N.W., Washington, DC registered for the draft at Local Board 7, Washington, DC on 12 Sept 1918. He was 44 years old, White, born 6 Jan 1874 in USA. Occupation Traveling Salesman for E.B. Adams Co., 614 Penn. Ave., Washington, DC. Nearest relative was Ellen K. Maynard of same address. Described as of medium height & build, d. blue eyes, graying hair, no impairments. Serial No. 1553, Order No. a152. (Ancestry.com* - image of World War I Draft Registration Card)

1920 Federal Census (1920.01.01, Recorded 1920.01.08) 3034 Dent Place, Pct. 7, Washington, DC - ED 158, Sh 9(153)A, Ln 30, 134/170
- Maynard, Foster. Head, 46 year old married white male, owns his home free of mortgage. Can read & write, speaks English. He & parents born in Virginia. Occupation Hardware Store Salesman, drawing a salary.
-----, Ellen. Wife, 46 year old married white female. Can read & write, speaks English. She & parents born in DC.
-----, Elizabeth. Daughter, 15 year old single white female. Can read & write, speaks English, attended school since Sept. She & mother born in DC, father in Virginia.

1930 Federal Census (1930.04.01, Recorded 1930.04.11) 245 19th St., Pct. 8, Washington, DC - ED 189, Sh 21B, Ln 95, 211/467
- Maynard, Foster. Head, 55 year old widowed white male, renting his non-farm home for $80 per month. Can read & write, speaks English. He & parents born in Virginia. Occupation Merchandise Broker, drawing wages.
-----, Elizabeth M. Daughter, 24 year old single white female. Can read & write, speaks English. She & mother born in DC, father in Virginia. Occupation Secretary in Law Office, drawing wages.
-----, Mazie. Sister, 65 year old single white female. Can read & write, speaks English. She & parents born in Virginia. Occupation Sales lady at Department Store, drawing wages.

DIED. On Saturday, March 10, 1956, at his residence, 2301 Cathedral ave. nw., FOSTER MAYNARD, husband of the late Ellen Key Sothoron Maynard, father of Miss Elizabeth Maynard. Friends may call at Gawler's Chapel, 1756 Pennsylvania ave. nw. (courtesy parking opposite), where services will be held on Tuesday, March 13, at 11 a.m. Interment Glen Wood Cemetery. (Washington Post :30, Reported 1956.03.13)

Foster Maynard was buried on 13 March 1956 at Glenwood Cemetery, Washington, DC in Site 9 of Lot 58, Section G (Sothoron family plot). He was 81 years of age. (Burial Record)

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See father's Notes for Ancestry Chart information.

Referenced in grandson James Sothoron Gilliams' biography (see his Notes).

** From www.findagrave.com:
Lewis Gilliams
Birth: 1759
Death: Nov. 10, 1846
- Registry no. 2428 Lewis Gilliams age 87 8yrs. Date of Interment 11 Nov 1846 Location of Grave in lot 1 north (no date of removal or place of removal) (in corner Removed to Lawnview Lawn----Broad Sec. 36 Graves 89-90-91-92. Date removed 8-10-56. New Title Issued)
- Daybook Entries from Monument Cemetery;
- Name, Lewis Gilliams Age, 87 yrs. Died November 10 1846 Interment, November 11 1846 Lot No. 671 Section A Occupation, none married-Native of US Resided in Philad'a-- Disease, of the Prostate Gland Physician, Lu-- ? Parrish Order No. 2428 Issued Nov: 10 1846 To Mr. Robert R. Bringhurst, Esq. $3.50_
- Interments in the Monument Cemetery Burial Ground for the week ending on Saturday Nov 14 1846: Lewis Gilliams 87 years Disease of Prostate Gland.
- Burial: Monument Cemetery (Defunct), Philadelphia, Philadelphia Co. PA.

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See father in law's Notes for Ancestry Chart information.

From www.findagrave.com:
- Elizabeth Gilliams
Birth: 1768
Death: Oct. 24, 1846
- Registry no. 2406 Elizabeth Gilliams age 78yrs. Date of Interment 26 Oct. 1846 Location of Grave in lot 1 north (no date of removal or place of removal) (in corner Removed to Lawnview Lawn----Broad Sec. 36 Graves 89-90-91-92. Date removed 8-10-56. New Title Issued)
- Daybook Entries from Monument Cemetery Name, Elizabeth Gilliams Age, 78 yrs. Died October 24 1846 Interment, October 26 1846 Lot. No. 671 Section A Occupation,---
Married Native of US Resided in Philad'a Disease,dysentery Physician, Parrish Order No. 2406 Issued Oct: 24 1846 To: Bringhurst $ 3.50
- Burial:
Monument Cemetery (Defunct), Philadelphia, Philadelphia Co., PA.

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JOHN JACOB GILLIAMS, b. 1831 to Jacob Gilliams & Ann Sothoron; d. 1910. (Reno*)

See great-grandfather Gerardi Gilliams' Notes for Ancestry Chart information.

See father's Notes for 1850 Federal Census entry.

1860 Federal Census (1860.06.01, Recorded 1860.06.16) Ward 22, Philadelphia, Philadelphia Co., PA - Pg 39, Ln 9, 229/257
- Jacob Gilliams, 30 year old Importer of wine etc, born in Pennsa. Personal property valued at $6,000.
- Emma F. " , 25 year old female, born in Pennsa.
- John " , 6 year old female, born in Pennsa.
- Susan " , 3 year old female, born in Pennsa.
- (2 Servants)

See mother-in-law's Notes for 1880 Federal Census entry. Not with family for 1870 Census.

1900 Federal Census (1900.06.01) Ward 7, Philadelphia, Philadelphia Co., PA - ED 139, Sh 12(280)A, Ln 39, 206/210
- Gilliams, John J. Head, 69 year old widowed white male, born Feb 1831. He & father born in Penn., mother in Maryland. Renting his non-farm home.
- Dunton, Arabelle F. S. in law, widowed white female. Father born in England, mother in Delaware.
- Farr, Caroline. S in law, single white female.
- (1 Servant)

See son Edward's Notes for 1910 Federal Census entry.

John J. Gilliams of 2419 Spruce St., Philadelphia, PA, widowed white male, born in Pa. on 1 Feb 1831 to Jacob Gilliams & Ann Sothorn, died 17 Mar 1911 in Philadelphia, PA. Cause of death was "Complications of senility." (image of Certificate of Death No. 7129, Philadelphia, PA, found at http://trees.ancestry.com/tree/11612984/, submitted by John Horace Churchman.)

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See husband's great-grandfather Gerardi's Notes for Ancestry Chart information.

See husband's Notes for 1860 Federal Census entry, mother's Notes for 1870 & 1880 entries.

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Thomas Truman Somervell Burke and Louisa Booker Holloway married in New Orleans on 10 May 1852. (Burke-Gardiner Bible*)

See husband's Notes for 1870 & 1880 Federal Census entries. Also named in his biography (see Notes).

1900 Federal Census (1900.06.01, Recorded 1900.06.11) Mesquite, Corpus Christi, Nueces Co., TX - ED 130, Sh 7B, Ln 57, 137/146
- Burke, L. B. Head, 61year old widowed white female, born Dec 1838. Had 3 children all still alive. She & parents born in Kentucky. Can read & write, speaks English. Owns her non-farm home free of mortgage.
-----, Sothron. Son, 32 year old single white male, born Oct 1867. Born in Texas, father in Mississippi, mother in Kentucky. Occupation Physician, no unemployment. Can read & write, speaks English.
-----, Blanche. Daughter, 26 year old single white female,born Feb 1874. Born in Texas, father in Mississippi, mother in Kentucky. Can read & write speaks English. "Occupation" has no entry.

See son Henry's Notes for 1910 Federal Census entry.

Listed in Corpus Christi, TX City Directory as living with son Henry in 1907-8 and 1913-14 issues on Mesquite St., and in 1915-16 issue on Leopard St. Not listed with son Henry in 1919 directory. (See husband's Biography in his Notes)

Mrs. T.S. Burke, Mother, 15 Dec 1836 - 9 Sept 1919. Tombstone inscription in Evans Family Plot of Eagle Pass Cemetery, Maverick Co., TX.
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James Gardiner Burke and Jessie Keen married in Port Lavaca, TX on 9 July 1867. (Burke-Gardiner Bible*)

See husband's Notes for 1870 through 1900 Federal Census entries.

Mrs. Jesse K. Burke of Thirty-seventh & O, Galveston, TX, perished in the Storm of 8 September 1900. (www.gthcenter.org - Galveston & Texas History Center - Rosenberg Library)

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See husband's Notes for 1910 Federal Census entry, son-in-law George Sothoron's for 1930 entry, daughter Flora's Notes for 1940 entry.

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See father's obituary in his Notes.

Clarence Wood Thomas, son of James Thomas & Sarah Clare Mackubin, b. Jul 1862, St. Mary's Co., MD, m. Susan V. Cooper, b. abt 1871, St. Mary's Co., MD. (Johnson, W*)

See father's Notes for 1870 & 1880 Federal Census entries.

1900 Federal Census (1900.06.01, Recorded 1900.06.05) 830 Laurel Avenue, Ward 7, St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN - ED 118, Sh 5(208)A, Ln 36, 79/89
- Thomas, Clarence W. Head, 37 year old white male, born July 1862, married 8 years. He & parents born in Maryland. Occupation Railroad Clerk, nu unemployment. Can read & write, speaks English. Renting his non-farm home.
-----, Susan V. Wife, 28 year old white female, born Apr 1872, married 8 years; had 2 children, both living. She & mother born in Maryland, father in Ireland. Can read & write, speaks English.
-----, James. Son, 7 year old white male, born May 1893. He & parents born in Maryland. Occupation At School for 5 months.
-----, Martha G. Daughter, 5 year old white female, born Dec 1894. Born in Minnesota, parents in Maryland.
- Cooper, Martha G. Mother-in-law, 50 year old widowed white female, born Aug 1849; had 3 children, all still living. She & parents born in Maryland. Can read & write, speaks English.
-----, Lucy L. Sister-in-law, 25 year old single white female, born Dec 1874. She & mother born in Maryland, father in Ireland. Can read & write, speaks English.
-----, Marie T. Sister-in-law, 13 year old single white female, born July 1886. She & mother born in Maryland, father in Ireland. Occupation At School, 9 1/2 months; can read & write, speaks English.
- Johnson, Mary. Servant, 29 year old single white female, born Mar 1871. She & parents born in Sweden. Occupation Servant, no unemployment. Can read & write, speaks English.

1910 Federal Census (1910.04.15, Recorded 1910.05.10) Charlotte Hall School, Dist. 5, St. Mary's Co., MD - ED 85, Sh 15(118)A, Ln 98, 251/254
- Thomas, Clarence W. Head, 47 year old white male, married 18 years. He & parents born in Maryland. Can read & write, speaks English. Occupation Investment--home work, income on O.A. Owns his non-farm home free of mortgage.
-----, Susan V. Wife, 37 year old white female, married 18 years. Had 2 children, both living. She & parents born in Maryland. Can read & write, speaks English.
-----, James. Son, 17 year old white male. He & parents born in Maryland. Can read & write, speaks English, attended school since Sept.
-----, Martha G. Daughter, 15 year old single white male. Born in Minnesota, parents in Maryland. Can read & write, speaks English, attended school since Sept. Occupation None.
-----, James. Brother, 49 year old single white male. He & parents born in Maryland. Can read & write, speaks English. Occupation None.

1930 Federal Census (1930.04.01, Recorded 1930.05.03) Charlotte Hall Village, Dist. 5, St. Mary's Co., MD - ED 8, Sh 1(85)A, Ln 14, 2/2
- Thomas, Clarence W. Head, 66 year old widowed white male, first married at 30. Owns his non-farm home valued at $7000. Can read & write, speaks English. He & parents born in Maryland. Occupation Land Agent (O). Not a veteran.
-----, Martha G. Daughter, 34 year old single white female. Can read & write, speaks English. Born in Minnesota, parents in Maryland. Occupation None.

Clarence Wood Thomas, son of Dr. James Thomas of De La Brooke, b. 2 Jul 1862, d. 16 Jan 1935, buried at All Faith Episcopal Church. (Tice* :539)

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See father in law James Thomas' biography in his Notes.

Thomas Rowland Thomas, son of James Thomas & Ann Elizabeth Nelson, b. 7 Mar 1874, DelaBrooke, St. Mary's Co., MD, d. 27 Oct 1923, Baltimore, MD., m. 10 Jun 1902, Mary Ella Lewis Thomas, dau. of James Richard Thomas & Jeanette Eleanor Briscoe, b. 7 May 1879. (Johnson, W* - Death Notice, St. Mary's Beacon, Reported 1923.11.08)

See husband's Notes for 1920 Federal Census entry.

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Michael Ransom Gough, son of William Henry Gough & Marjorie Rugge, b. 1949, m1 Charlene Calhoun, m2 Helene Reilly. (Gough*)

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Michael Ransom Gough, son of William Henry Gough & Marjorie Rugge, b. 1949, m1 Charlene Calhoun, m2 Helene Reilly. (Gough*)

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Ann Gough, dau. of James Sothoron Gough & Reba Kathryn Hill, b. 1921, m. Samuel George Leonard Hitch III, b. 1918, d. 2001. (Gough*)

See father's Notes for 1930 Federal Census entry.

See husband's Notes for Marriage License.

Anne Gough Hitch, daughter of James Sothoron Gough and Katherine Gough, wife of George Hitch, died on January 16, 2012, in Virginia. (Gough*)

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Randolph Lee Gough, son of Richard Gough & Ann Lee Sothoron, b. 14 Sept 1895 in Charles Co., MD, d. 5 Dec 1959 in Washington, DC; buried at Fort Lincoln Cemetery, Bladensburg, MD; m. on 16 June 1934 in Severna Park, MD, Evelyn Elizabeth Tillman, b. 1900, d. 2002. (Gough*)

Evelyn E. Gough, SSN 217-34-9614
Born 25 Nov 1900
Issued MD (1953-54)
Last Residence 55404, Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN
Died 11 Apr 2002
(SSDI*)

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Birth of Stephen Haddox Sothoron to Glenda Carolyn (Parks) & Warren Haddox Sothoron, Jr.. Birth was at the University of Maryland Hospital, Baltimore City, MD, by Richard Munford, M.D. on 1 October 1962. (Birth Certificate)

Stephen Haddox Sothoron graduated from Glenelg High School Glenelg, Howard Co., MD on 5 June 1980. (Commencement Announcement, in possession of WHS*)

Stephen Haddox Sothoron, son of Glenda Carolyn (Parks) & Warren Haddox Sothoron, Jr. of West Friendship, MD, married Lori Maynard, daughter of Geri Maynard on 13 October 1991 at Annapolis, Anne Arundel Co., MD. (WHS* - personal knowledge & records)

Stephen Haddox Sothoron divorced from Lori Maynard in January 1996. (WHS* - personal knowledge & records)

Stephen Haddox Sothoron & Julia Yates Selby were married on 30 August 1998, the second marriage for both. Services were at Wesley Freedom Methodist Church, Eldersburg, Carroll Co., MD. She is the daughter of Richard and Mary Yates of Eldersburg, MD. (WHS* - personal knowledge & records)

Jennifer Renee Sothoron was born at Greater Baltimore Medical Center, Baltimore Co., MD, to Stephen Haddox and Julia Yates Selby Sothoron on 16 December 1999 . (WHS* - personal knowledge & records)

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