Sothoron & Related Families - 8 (Notes Pages)

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

Sothoron Clarissa Bond [Female] b. AFT 1818 Maryland - d. BEF 7 OCT 1826

Will of Samuel Bond. To wife Elizabeth $2,000 and slaves. Balance of estate to be divided:
- To Clarissa Bond Sothoron, daughter of nephew John Sothoron, $2,000.
- To Samuel Bond Gardiner, son of niece Eleanor Gardiner, $3,000.
- To Matilda Kroner, niece, $1,000.
- To Susanna Key Bond & Clarissa Griffin, nieces, each $500.
- To friends John & Henry Gardiner £50 to charity of their choice.
- To children of niece Eleanor Gardiner, slaves.
- To Mary Clarissa Bond Barnes, slaves.
- Balance of estate to nephews John, Zachariah, Henry & James Forbes Sothoron.
- Executors "friends" John Sothoron, John Barnes & Henry Gardiner. (Chancery Papers 11304 and Wills TT#1:228, Prince George's Co., 1818.07.08, Proved 1818.08.31)

The Court appoint John Sothoron guard' to his daughter Clarissa Bond Sothoron. (Blackwell* {Orphans Court Proc :176, St. Mary's Co., 1820.04)

Not mentioned in her father's will of 1826, nor in other related actions in which her father's children are listed.

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** Birth, parents & marriage - Maryland

Mary Elizabeth Attaway Bond (born St. Mary's Co.) married John Hanson Briscoe (born St. Mary's Co., 1752; died St. Mary's Co., 26 Sep. 1796). One of their children was Elizabeth Attaway Briscoe, who married John Sothoron. (Hayden* :185, about 1780)

John Sothoron licensed to marry Elizabeth Attaway Briscoe. (Brumbaugh* 1:388, St. Mary's Co., 1809.10.31)

John Sothoron married Elizabeth A. Briscoe. (Familysearch.org* {Church Records - Batch # 9006704, Source # 1553791, Sheet # 56}, St. Mary's Co., 1809.10.31)

John Sothoron married Elizabeth Attaway Briscoe, daughter of Samuel Williamson & Margaret Briscoe, granddaughter of Eleanor Williamson & Capt. John Briscoe of Charles Co.. They had 4 children: John, Zachariah, Philip and Mary. She married secondly Rev. N. M. Jones. (Mackenzie* 3:98, 1809.10.31)

Mary Elizabeth Attaway Briscoe (born 1794 in "Laureetum,” Chaptico, St. Mary's Co.; died 1 Feb. 1855 in St. Mary's Co.), daughter of John Hanson Briscoe, married John Sothoron (born 31 October 1809 in St. Mary's Co. to Mary Bond & Henry Sothoron; died 30 Oct. 1826 at "The Plains,” St. Mary's Co., MD). (Reno*, St. Mary's Co., 1809.10.31)

See father's biography in his Notes.

** First husband's death, will & estate - Maryland

Died: On Oct 30, at Charlotte Hall, Md, John Sothoron of St. Mary's Co, in his 59th yr; leaving a bereaved wife & orphan children. (Dixon*, 1824-1826.:449, Charlotte Hall, 1826.10.30, Reported 1826.11.28)

John Sothoron died at Charlotte Hall on 30 Oct 1826, at the age of 59 years. (National Intelligencer, 1826.10.30, Reported 1826.11.28)

Will of John Sothoron. To wife Mary Attaway Briscoe Sothoron, currently pregnant, resident plantation, slaves, personals; to pass to his son John T. H. Sothoron at her death. Deed forgiven on brother Henry's resident plantation, as shown on bond of conveyance dated 6 August 1810. To son Zachariah Henry Sothoron, Bonds Retreat, on the Potomac.
- John Sothoron entitled to half interest in resident plantation of deceased father-in-law, Dr. John H. Briscoe. Briscoe was entitled to a farm near Chaptico, on which Robert Tippett resides. The parcels were to be traded at time of Briscoe's death; trade to be completed and lands to be sold to finance legacies.
- On 27 June 1826 had agreed to sell his brother Henry a tract of land on Patuxent where brother Zachariah formerly lived. This indenture to be completed, with monies, along with those due from Horatio McEldery & George Forbs, to be used to extinguish debt of Forbs estate against John Sothoron on account of being security for his late brother Zachariah Sothoron.
- Interest in Briscoe farm passed to Henry G. S. Key.
- Daughter Mary Elizabeth Attaway Sothoron
- All children under 21 years of age.
- Provisions made to finance education of John T. H. Sothoron.
- Executors brother Henry, friends Bernard Hooe of Alexandria & Henry G .S. Key.
- Witness: John H. Briscoe, Morris Shanks, Anna H. Key. (Wills EJM#1:14, St. Mary's Co., 1826.10.07, Proved 1826.11.28)

On application of Elizabeth Attaway Sothoron widow of John Sothoron late of Saint Mary's Co. deceased, by M.G.S. Key her attorney, the Court appoint her guardian to the children of the deceased who are minors to wit: John T. H. Sothoron, Mary Elizabeth Attaway Sothoron, Zachariah Henry Sothoron and Philip B. Sothoron. (Blackwell* {Orphans Court Proc :80}, St. Mary's Co., 1827.10)

Was a defendant in suit regarding lands of John Sothoron & Dr. John H. Briscoe (see sister Cecelia's Notes).

Petition for return of lands to heirs of John H. Briscoe. Lands had been sold to John Sothoron, now deceased, with the understanding they were to revert to heirs of original owner. John Sothoron instead passed lands to his heirs. Children of John Sothoron listed, all under the age of 21: John T. H., Zachariah Henry, James Philip & Mary Elizabeth Attaway Sothoron; his wife identified as Elizabeth Attaway Sothoron, daughter of the late Dr. John H. Briscoe. (County Court Equity Papers {MSA* 19,731-160} #158, 1835.03)

In the estate of John Sothoron, balance of $10,238.38 distributed.
- To widow Elizabeth A. Sothoron, slaves & household goods & stock worth $4102.62
---And during her life, silverware worth$255.00
- To Mary E. A. Sothoron, daughter of dec'd, slaves worth $5,000.00
- To James F. Sothoron, the child with which the dec'd wife was pregnant at the time of his death, Negores & cash worth $5,000.00
- Real estate to sons John T. H. & Zachariah H. Sothoron. (Admin Accts GC#1{MSA* WK-282-283}:330, St. Mary's Co., 1838.12.11, Recorded 1838.12.11)

** Second marriage - Maryland

Rev. Norris M. Jones licensed to marry Elizabeth A. Sothoron. (Brumbaugh* 1:361, St. Mary's Co., 1831.09.25)

Reverend N.M. Janes, Rector of All Saints, married to Elizabeth Att., relict of John Sothoron, dec'd. (Trinity Parish Register {MSA* M259}:unnumbered, Charles Co., 1831.09.25)

Norris Marshall Jones (born before 1794 in PA, died June 1869 in Philadelphia, PA) married Mary Elizabeth Attaway Briscoe Sothoron, widow of John Sothoron. (Reno*, St. Mary's Co., 1831.09.25)

** Miscellaneous

Elisa. A. Sothoron & John Sothoron subscribers. (King & Queen Parish Vestry Minutes {MSA* M231}, 1814.11.01)

1831 Tax Assessment - District 4, St. Mary's Co. Eliz. A. Sothoron. Slaves: 15; 172 oz. Plate 172. Land: Bonds Rest, 724 acres; Pt. Bridge Town, 44 acres; Pt. Widow's Purchase, 9 3/4 acres. Personal: 371, Total 5171. (Fenwick*)

$50 reward for runaway negro man: Ge Lee, about 25; Matthew, 21 - Eliz A. Sothoron, Susan A. Parnham. Info may be addressed to John H Key, Chaptico, St. Mary's Co, Md. (Dixon*, 1830-1831.:336, St. Mary's Co., Reported 1831.08.26

With husband Norris Jones served as administrator of the estate of daughter Mary Elizabeth Attaway (see her Notes).

Indenture of 28 Jan 1843 between B.G. Harris & wife Martha;, & Jno. T.H. Sothoron; all of St. Mary's Co., MD. For $1,000 Harris' convey plat called "Lavona," which Harris purchased at Sheriff's sale of the property of Rev. N. M. Jones (who then had an interest to the extent of the join lives of himself & wife). Signed by Benj. G. Harris & Martha E. Harris, witnessed by Jno. H. Burch & G.J. Spalding. Certified & recorded same date. (St. Mary's Co., MD Land Records JH#13:21)

Indenture of 16 March 1848 between Benj. G. Harris & wife Martha E.; & Jno. T.H.Sotheron (sic); all of St. Mary's Co., MD. For $1,000 Harris' convey to Sotheron a tract called Lavona, formerly the property of Jno. Sotheron dec'd. & on which the said Jno. T.H. Sotheron now resides, & being the same in which the interest of Norris M. Jones was sold at Sheriff's sale & purchased by Benj. G. Harris., near Chaptico. Signed by Benj. G. Harris & Martha E. Harris, witnessed by Jno.L. Spalding & Jo. Spalding. Certified same date, recorded 18 March 1848. (St. Mary's Co., MD Land Records WTM#1:385)

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Birth of Glenda Carolyn Parks, second of twins, at 3:20 AM at West Baltimore General Hospital. Father William Perry Parks, 39 year old carpenter who was born in Chance, MD and who worked at the Government Proving Ground. Mother Minnie May (Eggling), 39 year old housewife, born in Baltimore. Parents lived at 4601 Asbury Ave., Baltimore. There had been a total of 5 live births, one now dead. (Birth Certificate # E 36906, Baltimore City, MD, 1935.05.21)

Name: May M. Parks
SSN: 220-24-5305
Born: 26 Jun 1895
State (Year) SSN issued: Maryland (Before 1951 )
Last Residence: 21207 Baltimore, Baltimore, Maryland, United States of America
Died: Sep 1994
(SSDI*)

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Named as a minor & as a beneficiary in father's will of 1826, & was party in legal actions pertaining to that estate (see father's Notes).

On application of Elizabeth Attaway Sothoron widow of John Sothoron late of Saint Mary's Co. deceased, by M.G.S. Key her attorney, the Court appoint her guardian to the children of the deceased who are minors to wit: John T. H. Sothoron, Mary Elizabeth Attaway Sothoron, Zachariah Henry Sothoron and Philip B. Sothoron. (Blackwell* {Orphans Court Proc :80, St. Mary's Co., 1827.10)

See father's Notes for legal actions regarding transfer of interest in land inherited from Dr John H. Briscoe.

John T. H. Sothoron and Zachariah H. Sothoron were subscribers to Tomakoken Church, King & Queen Parish, St. Mary's Co., Maryland. (Chronicles of St. Mary's 3:#9, 1845)

** Marriages & children

John T. H. Sothoron licensed to marry Margaret Hodges. (Brumbaugh* 1:390, St. Mary's Co., 1840.11.15)

John T. H. Sothoron married Mrs. Margaret Hodges. (Fresco(1)* :273, 1840.12.03)

MARGARET SMITH was born Bet. 1810 - 1816 in "Mt. Arundel", Benedict, Charles Co., MD to Charles Somerset Smith; and died October 17, 1844 in Chaptico, St. Mary's Co., MD. She married (1) THOMAS GONSALVO HODGES December 13, 1831 in Trinity Epis., Charles Co., MD, son of THOMAS HODGES and SALLY CLAGETT. He was born April 17, 1808 in Upper Marlboro, Pr. Geo's Co., MD, and died April 01, 1835 in Charles Co., MD. She married (2) JOHN T. H. SOTHORON December 03, 1840 in St. Mary's Co., MD, son of JOHN SOTHORON and MARY BRISCOE. He was born 1813 in St. Mary's Co., MD, and died 1862 in Anne Arundel Co., MD. (Reno*)

Elizabeth Attaway Sothoron born to John T. H. & Margaret Sothoron. (Chronicles of St. Mary's 3:#10 {(Vestry Minutes, back of Vol. 2, All Saints PE Church, King & Queen Parish, St. Mary's Co.}, 1842.07.13)

Mortimer S. Sothoron born to John & M. Sothoron, baptized 18 July 1844. (Trinity Parish Register {MSA* M259}:Unnumbered, Charles Co., 1843.08.20, Recorded 1844.07.19)

Margaret Sothoron, wife of John T. H. Sothoron, died. (Fresco(1)* :458, 1844.10.17)

Died. Near Chaptico, St. Mary's county, Md., on the 17th inst., MARGARET, wife of John T. H. Sothoron, of that county. (The (Baltimore) Sun :2, 1844.10.17, Reported 1844.10.26)

John T. H. Sothoron licensed to marry Virginia R. Sutton. (Brumbaugh* 1:390, St. Mary's Co., 1847.12.16)

John T. H. Sothoron, 34, widower licensed to marry Virginia R. Sutton, 21, of Anne Arundel Co. (Fresco(1)* :273, 1847.12.16)

Virginia R. Sutton was married to John. T. H. Southeron on this 16th day of December, 1847at Doct. James Sutton's house in St. Mary's Co. by her fatherr Lewis Sutton Sr. (Sutton Family Bible*)

Individual affidavits of Philip Dorsey Sutton and Zachariah Sothoron, both of the City of Baltimore, that they had both been present and witnessed the marriage of John T. H. Sothoron and Virginia R. Sutton on 16 December 1847, performed by Reverend Lewis Sutton in St. Mary's Co., MD, at the residence of Dr. James D. Sutton, the elder brother of the bride, both of them being children of the Reverend Lewis Sutton. The affidavits were both notarized on 21 Sept 1864. (Federal Pension Application Min. C. 645-395*)

Lewis Philip Sothoron born to John T. H. & Virginia R. Sothoron on 4 January 1850. (Chronicles of St. Mary's 3:#10 {Back of Vol 2, Vestry Minutes, All Saints PE Church, King & Queen Parish, St. Mary's Co})

Affidavit of John H. Turner, M.D. of Chaptico, MD, executed on 19 Aug 1867, that he was present at the birth of William Edwin Sothoron on 2 Feb 1858 in St. Mary's Co., born to Virginia R. & John T. H. Sothoron. (Federal Pension Application Min. C. 645-395*)

Affidavit of John H. Turner, M.D. of Chaptico, MD, executed 19 Aug 1867, that he was present at the birth of Ellen B. Sothoronon 24 May 1859, in St. Mary's Co., to Virginia R. & John T. H. Sothoron. (Federal Pension Application Min. C. 645-395*)

Affidavit of I. N. Gard, M.D., executed 14 Sept 1867, that he was present at the birth of Bernard H. Sothoron in Greenville on 7 August 1860, to Virginia R. & John T. H. Sothoron. (Federal Pension Application Min. C. 645-395*)

Notes for children of John T. H. include references to their father by name.

** Land records - Maryland

Indenture of 19 May 1842 between John T.H. Sothoron; and George G. Aschorn & William Biscoe; all of St. Mary's Co., MD. Sothoron is about to take an appeal from a case pending in St. Mary's Co. Circuit Court, in which John H. Key (plaintiff) obtained judgment for $918.65 plus interest. Aschom & Biscoe have consented to sign the appeal bond, allowing case to be forwarded to State Court of Appeals, paying $5.00 cash & securing a mortgage on negroes: men respectively named Peter, John, Gerard & John McElroy; boy named David; all slaves for life. Signed by John T.H. Sothoron, witnessed by H. Fowler. Certified same date, recorded 5 Oct 1842. (St. Mary's Co., MD Land Records JH#10:551)

Indenture of 28 Jan 1843 between B.G. Harris & wife Martha; & Jno. T.H. Sothoron; all of St. Mary's Co., MD. For $1,000 Harris' convey plat called "Lavona," which Harris purchased at Sheriff's sale of the property of Rev. N. M. Jones (who then had an interest to the extent of the join lives of himself & wife). Signed by Benj. G. Harris & Martha E. Harris, witnessed by Jno. H. Burch & G.J. Spalding. Certified & recorded same date. (St. Mary's Co., MD Land Records JH#13:21)

Indenture of 29 April 1845 between John T.H. Sothoron & Zachariah H. Sothoron, both of St. Mary's Co., MD. For $6,000 John conveys to Zachariah tracts of land in St. Mary's Co., MD: Bond's Rest, about 724 acres; part of BridgeTown, about 44 acres; part of Widow's Purchase, about 93 3/4 acres. Signed by John T.H. Sothoron, witnessed by G.A. Hammett & Jno. P.H. Creel. Certified same date, recorded 2 May 1845. (St. Mary's Co., MD Land Records JH#13:461)

MD Stamp $1.00.
Indenture of 29 June 1846 between Zachariah H. Sothoron of Prince George's Co., MD; and John T.H. Sothoron of St. Mary's Co., MD. For $6,000 Zachariah conveys land parcels in St. Mary's Co.: Bond's Rest, about 724 acres; part of Bridgetown, about 44 acres; part of Widow's Purchase, about 93 3/4 acres. Signed by Zach H. Sothoron, witnessed by J.W. Ward, Wm Lyles of Thos. Certified same date, recorded 4 Aug 1846. (Land Record WTM#1:80)

Indenture of 8 Aug 1846 between Zachariah H. Sothoron of Prince George's Co., MD, James P. Sothoron & John T. Sothoron of St. Mary's Co., MD; and William Bryan of Richd. of Prince George's Co., MD. For $2,195.50 Sothorons convey to Bryan the parcel known as Bonds Retreat [metes & bounds are given]. Sothorons retain easement for right-of-way across property, which Bryan may also use. Signed by Z. H. Sothoron, Jas. P. Sothoron & John T. H. Sothoron. Witnessed by John W. Ward, Richd. J. Edelen, G. A. Hammett & Jno. P. H. Creel. Certified 8 & 13 Aug 1846, recorded 6 Oct 1846. (Prince George' Co., MD Land Records JBB#4:597)

Indenture of 16 March 1848 between Benj. G. Harris & wife Martha E.; & Jno. T.H.Sotheron (sic); all of St. Mary's Co., MD. For $1,000 Harris' convey to Sotheron a tract called Lavona, formerly the property of Jno. Sotheron dec'd. & on which the said Jno. T.H. Sotheron now resides, & being the same in which the interest of Norris M. Jones was sold at Sheriff's sale & purchased by Benj. G. Harris., near Chaptico. Signed by Benj. G. Harris & Martha E. Harris, witnessed by Jno.L. Spalding & Jo. Spalding. Certified same date, recorded 18 March 1848. (St. Mary's Co., MD Land Records WTM#1:385)

Indenture of 25 Sept 1849 between John T. H. Sothoron & William A. Padgett, both of St. Mary's Co., MD. Sothoron owes Padgett $1,813.16 with interest from 20 Sept instant, and secures payment with title to Sothoron's property on which he now resides known as part of BridgeTown, 45 acres, and Widows Purchase, 93 3/4 acres, and the residue of Bond's Rest, 424 acres. Also negro man John, aged 40; negro man Samuel, aged 30; negro man Peter, aged 49; negro boy John, aged 8 years. Plus all corps now growing. To convey if debt not satisfied by 25 Sept 1850. Signed by John T.H. Sothoron, witnessed by P.G. Love & Jo. Spalding. Certified same date, recorded 27 Sept 1849. (St. Mary's Co., MD Land Records WTM#2:114)

Indenture of 11 Feb 1850 between John T.H. Sotheron (sic) & wife Virginia; and James P. Sotheron; all of St. Mary's Co., MD. For $4,500 John & wife convey part of Bond's Rest & Widow's Purchase (also knows as Red Bud), said land known as part of Bond's Rest & Widow's Purchase. Is tract on which John & Virginia now reside, commonly known as Bond's Rest & which belonged to his father John Sotheron. Beginning at stone in marsh & running N 5 1/2° E 72 perches; N 50° W 3 perches; N 20° W 24 perches; N 8° W 17 perches & 11 links to walnut tree; N 25° W 16 perches; N 30 1/2° W 68 perches; N 1 1/2° 5.24 perches; N 31 1/2° E 78 perches; N 29° E 51 perches to stone boundary of Bond's Rest; N 17 1/2° E 9 perches & 5 links to public road; N 41 1/2° W 35 perches "to a part"; S 50° W 55 perches to a ditch; with ditch S 59° E 52 perches to line of Bond's Rest; with same S 33 1/2° W 11 perches; S 12° 6 perches; S 31 1/2° W 61 perches; S 14° W 24 perches; S 78 1/2° W 8 perches; N 72 1/2° W 44 perches; N 85 1/2° W 66 perches; N 57 1/2° W 13 perches; N 18 1/2° W 22 perches to stone at end of 21st line of Bond's Rest, which is also dividing line between lands of John H. Key & said John T.H. Sotheron, as located by artibration between them in 1844 by Joseph Dunbar, Jr. & Charles A. F. Shaw; thence S 8° W 46.6 perches; S 20 1/2° E 60 perches; S 40° E 46 perches; S 32 1/2° E 99.4 perches to cedar tree near mouth of Clunkey Gutt; thence to beginning, containing about 263 acres. Signed by John T .H Sotheron & Virginia R. Sotheron, witnessed by P.G. Love & W. Smith. Certified same date, recorded 12 Feb 1850. (St. Mary's Co., MD Land Records WTM#2:169)

Indenture of 12 Sept 1850 between John T.H. Sothoron & wife Virginia R.; and Heszekiah (sic) G. Hayden; all of St. Mary's Co., MD. For $5,500 Sothorons convey parcel of land of which his father died seized & possessed, which passed to his mother Elizabeth A. Sothoron, now Elizabeth A. Jones, & then passed to said Sothoron on her death, known as "Bond's Rest," now called "Lavona," containing about 412 acres. Upon signing of this deed said Hayden executed his bond to said Sothoron for $1,472.66 with interest, being a lease on said land. Signed by John T.H. Sothoron & Virginia R. Sothoron, witnessed by P.G. Love & Wm. Smith. Certified same date, recorded 5 Nov 1850. (St. Mary's Co., MD Land Records WTM#2:317)

C72: James R. Chance & Charles B. Green vs. John T. H. Sothoron & Virginia R. Sothoron. Mortgage foreclosure on lot on Pine St (Chancery Papers {Baltimore City Superior Court - MSA* C168-1026}, 1858.01.09)

Property owned by John T. H. Sothoron & wife, on Pine St. in the City, was sold at public auction following default on mortgage. Was bought by James R. Chance for $1,350. Mortgage was covered by a note for $1,433.30, payable to Chance & Green, signed by owners on 9 August 1856 and due in one year. They defaulted on the note and other expenses, including State taxes for the years 1856 & 1857. (Chancery Papers {MSA* C168-1026}, Baltimore, 1859.05.12)

** Tax assessment - Maryland (Fenwick*)

1846, Dist 4, St. Mary's Co. Jno. T. H. Sothoron. Slaves: 14; 121 Plate, Livestock, etc. Lands: Pt. Bridge Town, 44 acres; Widows Purchase, 93 ¾ acres. Total: 6.992.

1849, Dist 4, St. Mary's Co. John T. H. Sothoron. Slaves: 6; Livestock, etc, 125 Plate value. Lands: Pt. Bridge Town, 44 acres; Widows Purchase, 93 ¾ acres; Bonds Rest, 724 acres. Total: 10.487.

** Census reports & directories

1850 Federal Census (1850.06.01, Recorded 1850.10.12) Dist 4, St. Mary's Co., MD - pg 334A, Ln 9, 1343/1297
- John T. H. Sothoron, 37 year old male farmer, born in St. Mary's Co.. Property valued at $5,500. No notations about school, literacy.
- Virginia R. " - 24 year old female, born in Anne Arundel Co.
- Elizabeth A. ” - 9 year old female, born in St. Mary's Co..
- Mortimore " - 7 year old male, born in St. Mary's Co..
- Martha E. " - 2 year old female, born in St. Mary's Co..
- Louis P. " - 1 year old male, born in St. Mary's Co..
("Color” was blank for all these entries)

1850 Federal Census (1850.06.01, Recorded 1850.11.01) Dist 8, Anne Arundel Co., MD - pg 394B, Ln 15, 12/12
- John T. H. Sothoron, 30 year old male farmer, born in MD. Property valued at $6,000.
- Virginia R. Sothoron - 23 year old female, born in MD
- Elizabeth A. Sothoron - 8 year old male, born in MD
- M.S. Sothoron - 7 year old male, born in MD
- Martha E. Sothoron - 2 year old female, born in MD
- Lewis Philip Sothoron - 9 month old male, born in MD

1856/7 Baltimore City Directory* - Sothoron, John T. H. coal agent, 42 ½ Pine

1860 Federal Census (1860.06.01, Recorded 1860.06.29) Greenville City & Township, Darke Co., Ohio - Pg 101 (176), Ln 21, 721/736
- John T. H. Southoron - 40 year old male tanner, personal property valued at $45, born in Md.
- V. R. " - 33 year old female, born in Md.
- Martha" - 10 year old female, born in Md.
- Martin S." - 17 year old male "idiot,” born in Md.
- Lewis P. " - 8 year old male, born in Md.
- John H." - 5 year old male, born in Md.
- William E " - 2 year old male, born in Md.
- Elenor " - 1 year old female, born in Md.
("Color” was blank for all these entries)

** Military service

John T. H. Sothoron enrolled in Co. I, 94th Regiment of Ohio Volunteers, for 3 years or duration of war. (Federal Pension Application Min. C. 645-395*, Greenville, Darke Co., OH,1862.08.11, Recorded 1865.09.30)

John T. H. Sothoron was mustered into the military service as a Teamster. (Federal Pension Application Min. C. 645-395*, Camp Piqua, OH, 1862.08.23, Reported 1865.09.30)

Muster-in Roll for Capt. Gorsuch's Co., 94 Regt. Ohio Inf. includes J. T. H. Sothoron, Teamster. Age 46 years. Enlisted Aug 11, 1862 at Greenville for 3 years. (Compiled Service Record*, Camp Pigna, 1862.08.23)

Record of Death & Interment for John T. H. Sothoron, Co. I, 94 Regt. Ohio Inf. Interred the next day "...with full military honors.” (Compiled Service Record*, Military Hospital, New Albany, IN, 1862.11.13) [NOTE: Casualty Sheet has date of death as 26 Nov 1862.]

Affidavit of Dr. Edward S. Crosier that he was surgeon in charge at Hospital No. 6 in that city, that John T. H. Sothoron was admitted 2 November 1862 to his care, and had died 14 Nov 1862 due to general debility superceded by diarrhea. He was about 43 years old, fair complexion, 6 feet tall, blue eyes, & light hair which was quite gray. (Federal Pension Application Min. C. 645-395*, New Albany, Floyd Co., IN, Reported 1863.03.26)

Affidavit of John W. Brundley that he, as undertaker, attended the funeral of John T. H. Sothoron this date, having died 14 Nov 1862 in this city, and saw him interred. He was about 40 years old, 6 feet high, with fair complexion, light hair & blue eyes. (Federal Pension Application Min. C. 645-395*, New Albany, Floyd Co., IN, Reported 1863.03.28)

Muster-out Roll at Washington, DC for Co. I, 94 Regt. Ohio Inf. includes John T. H. Sothoron, 42 year old Wagoner. "Died of disease at New Albany, Ind. Nov. 26, 1862.” (Compiled Service Record*, New Albany, IN, 1862.11.26, Reported 1865.06.05)

Descriptive Book for Company I, 94 Regt. Ohio Inf. includes John T. H. Sothoron. Age 42 , 6 ft. tall, light complexion, gray eyes & hair. Born St. Mary's county, Maryland. Occupation Laborer. Enlisted Aug. 11, 1862 at Greenville, Ohio by Capt. Workman for 3 years. "Died of disease at New Albany, Ind. Nov. 26, 1862. (Compiled Service Record*)

Muster Roll for Nov & Dec, Co I, 94 Regt. Ohio Inf. includes John T. H. Sothoron, Teamster, with Remark: "Died at New Albany Ind. Nov. 29, 1862.” (Compiled Service Record*, 1862.12.31)

Special Muster Roll for Co. I, 94 Regt. Ohio Inf. includes John T. H. Sothoron, Pvt.: "Died at New Albany Ind. of Disease Nov 26, 1862.” (Compiled Service Record*, 1863.04.10)

J. F. Sothoron of Co. I, 94th infantry, died 13 Nov 1862 & was interred at New Albany Cemetery, Indiana. (Ancestry.com* - Roll of Honor 17:426)

John T.H. Sothoron of Co. I, 94th Ohio Infantry, died Nov 1863 & was buried in Grave 7, Plat 9, Plot 4224B of Fairview Cemetery, New Albany, Floyd Co., IN on 14 Nov 1863. (www.findagrave.com)

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** Father's will & estate - Maryland

Father John's will of 1826 notes that his wife is currently pregnant (see his Notes).

On application of Elizabeth Attaway Sothoron widow of John Sothoron late of Saint Mary's Co. deceased, by M.G.S. Key her attorney, the Court appoint her guardian to the children of the deceased who are minors to wit: John T. H. Sothoron, Mary Elizabeth Attaway Sothoron, Zachariah Henry Sothoron and Philip B. Sothoron. (Blackwell* {Orphans Court Proc :80, St. Mary's Co., 1827.10)

See father's Notes for legal actions regarding transfer of interest in land inherited from Dr John H. Briscoe.

Petition for return of lands to heirs of John H. Briscoe. Lands had been sold to John Sothoron, now deceased, with the understanding they were to revert to heirs of original owner. John Sothoron instead passed lands to his heirs. Children of John Sothoron listed, all under the age of 21: John T. H., Zachariah Henry, James Philip & Mary Elizabeth Attaway Sothoron; his wife identified as Elizabeth Attaway Sothoron, daughter of the late Dr. John H. Briscoe. (County Court Equity Papers {MSA* 19,731-160}:#158, 1835.03)

By application of Norris M. Jones & wife, administrators of the estate of Mary E. A. Sothoron, all remaining slaves were revalued and allotted equally to John T .H., Zachariah H. & James P. Sothoron. Revaluation resulted in increased value of $3,099, to total of $15,600 which was divided 3 ways. (Admin Accts GC#1 {MSA* WK-282-283}:4, St. Mary's Co., 1836.09.20, Recorded 1836.09.20)

In the estate of John Sothoron, balance of $10,238.38 distributed.
- To widow Elizabeth A. Sothoron, slaves & household goods & stock worth $4102.62
- And during her life, silverware worth$255.00
- To Mary E. A. Sothoron, daughter of dec'd, slaves worth $5,000.00
- To James F. Sothoron, the child with which the dec'd wife was pregnant at the time of his death, Negores & cash worth $5,000.00
- Real estate to sons John T. H. & Zachariah H. Sothoron. (Admin Accts GC#1 {MSA* WK-282-283}:330, St. Mary's Co., 1838.12.11, Recorded 1838.12.11)

Indenture of 8 Aug 1846 between Zachariah H. Sothoron of Prince George's Co., MD, James P. Sothoron & John T. Sothoron of St. Mary's Co., MD; and William Bryan of Richd. of Prince George's Co., MD. For $2,195.50 Sothorons convey to Bryan the parcel known as Bonds Retreat [metes & bounds are given]. Sothorons retain easement for right-of-way across property, which Bryan may also use. Signed by Z. H. Sothoron, Jas. P. Sothoron & John T. H. Sothoron. Witnessed by John W. Ward, Richd. J. Edelen, G. A. Hammett & Jno. P. H. Creel. Certified 8 & 13 Aug 1846, recorded 6 Oct 1846. (Prince George' Co., MD Land Records JBB#4:597)

Indenture of 5 November 1847 between James P. Sothoron of St. Mary's Co., MD & Zachariah H.Sothoron of same county. James F. Sothoron, as guardian of James P., took a mortgage from Zachariah on 11 Aug 1846 & recorded at JBB#4:602, to secure payment of $800 from Zachariah, using property called Bonds Retreat, about 500 acres, as collateral. Zachariah has paid the debt, including interest, and the mortgage is satisfied. Signed by James P. Sothoron, witnessed by Richd. J. Edelen & Js. M. Parker. Certified same date, recorded 9 Nov 1847. (Prince George's Co., MD Land Records JBB#5:92)

Indenture of 12 Feb 1850 between James P. Sotheron (sic) & William A. Padgett, both of St. Mary's Co., MD. For $1,600 Sotheron sells tract called Red Bud, containing about 263 acres, adjoining the land on which John T.H. Sotheron now resides, being land that was sold by same John to said James. Signed by James P. Sotheron, witnessed by Jo. Spalding & Jno. A. Camaleir. Certified, $1.00 stamp received, and recorded same date. (St. Mary's Co., MD Land Records WTM#2:173)

** Miscellaneous - Maryland

1849 Tax Assessment Records - District 5, St. Mary's Co. James P. Sothoron. Slaves: 13; Misc. Lands: -. Total: 3.275. (Fenwick*)

1850 Federal Census (1850.06.01, Recorded 1850.10.12) Dist. 4, St. Mary's Co., MD - Pg 334A, Ln 8, 1342/1296:
- James P. Sothoron, 24 year old male, no occupation, born in St. Mary's Co., living with William C. & Eleanor Cheseldyne. "Color” is blank for all these entries.

James P. Sothoron a juror in a coroner's inquest into the death of Mary Jackson (slave). "...taken at the house of George A. Morgan. She was the slave of C.A.F. Shaw. She came to her death from a fall from the second floor to the first.” (Knott* :29 {Coroner's Inquests, County Circuit Court}, St. Mary's Co., 1853.12.26, St. Mary's Co., MD)

Persons stricken from the List of Qualified Voters, due to death or removal, includes Philip Sothoron. (St. Mary's Beacon :3, Reported 1873.09.25)

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Mary E. A. Sothoron was born to John Sothoron in February 1817, in St. Mary's Co., MD. (Familysearch.org* {Church Records - Film #1903947})

See section of father's Notes regarding Death, will & estate for legal action in respect to lands of Dr. John H. Briscoe. Mary Elizabeth Attaway Sothoron is mentioned by name in Equity Papers & Chancery Papers.

Noted in father's will to be under 21 as of 7 October 1826 (see his Notes).

On application of Elizabeth Attaway Sothoron widow of John Sothoron late of Saint Mary's Co. deceased, by M.G.S. Key her attorney, the Court appoint her guardian to the children of the deceased who are minors to wit: John T. H. Sothoron, Mary Elizabeth Attaway Sothoron, Zachariah Henry Sothoron and Philip B. Sothoron. (Blackwell* {Orphans Court Proc :80}, 1827.10)

Mary E. A. Sothoron hrs. Lands: –. Slaves: 30. Total: 1650. (Fenwick* {Tax Assessment Records}, 1831 - District 4, St. Mary's Co.) ]NOTE: This is probably her mother]

On Saturday the 2d inst. at the house of Bernard Hooe in Alexandria, aged fourteen years and two months, MARY E.A. SOTHORON, the only daughter of John Sothoron, Esq., late of St. Mary's Co., Md., deceased. (National Intelligencer {Deaths}, Reported 1831.04.14, Alexandria, DC)

Inventory of Mary E. A. Sothoron, by order dated 3 November 1835. Includes 32 Negroes, 1 piano. Valued at $12,671. Attested by Norris M. Jones, admr (Inv GC#1 {MSA* CR-35708}:12, St. Mary's Co., 1835.11.03, Recorded 1835.12.04)

Inventory of debts due Mary E.A. Sothoron. Monies due William H. & James F. Sothoron for hire of Negroes, including those hired at Bond's Retreat since 1829. (Inv GC#1{MSA* CR-35708}:13, St. Mary's Co., Recorded 1835.12.04)

By application of Norris M. Jones & wife, administrators of the estate of Mary E. A. Sothoron, all remaining slaves were revalued and allotted equally to John T .H., Zachariah H. & James P. Sothoron. Revaluation resulted in increased value of $3,099, to total of $15,600 which was divided 3 ways. (Admin Accts GC#1 {MSA* WK-282-283}:4, St. Mary's Co., 1836.09.20, Recorded 1836.09.20)

In the estate of John Sothoron, balance of $10,238.38 distributed.
- To widow Elizabeth A. Sothoron, slaves & household goods & stock worth $4102.62
- And during her life, silverware worth$255.00
- To Mary E. A. Sothoron, daughter of dec'd, slaves worth $5,000.00
- To James F. Sothoron, the child with which the dec'd wife was pregnant at the time of his death, Negores & cash worth $5,000.00
- Real estate to sons John T. H. & Zachariah H. Sothoron. (Admin Accts GC#1{MSA* WK-282-283}:330, 1838.12.11. Recorded 1838.12.11, St. Mary's Co.)

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Named in father's will of 1826, noted to be under 16 years of age. Bequesthed "Bonds Retreat." See father's Notes.

On application of Elizabeth Attaway Sothoron widow of John Sothoron late of Saint Mary's Co. deceased, by M.G.S. Key her attorney, the Court appoint her guardian to the children of the deceased who are minors to wit: John T. H. Sothoron, Mary Elizabeth Attaway Sothoron, Zachariah Henry Sothoron and Philip B. Sothoron. (Blackwell* {Orphans Court Proc :80, St. Mary's Co., 1827.10)

See father's Notes for legal actions regarding transfer of interest in land inherited from Dr John H. Briscoe.

Petition for return of lands to heirs of John H. Briscoe. Lands had been sold to John Sothoron, now deceased, with the understanding they were to revert to heirs of original owner. John Sothoron instead passed lands to his heirs. Children of John Sothoron listed, all under the age of 21: John T. H., Zachariah Henry, James Philip & Mary Elizabeth Attaway Sothoron; his wife identified as Elizabeth Attaway Sothoron, daughter of the late Dr. John H. Briscoe. (County Court Equity Papers {MSA* 19,731-160}:#158, 1835.03)

By application of Norris M. Jones & wife, administrators of the estate of Mary E. A. Sothoron, all remaining slaves were revalued and allotted equally to John T .H., Zachariah H. & James P. Sothoron. Revaluation resulted in increased value of $3,099, to total of $15,600 which was divided 3 ways. (Admin Accts GC#1 {MSA* WK-282-283}:4, St. Mary's Co., 1836.09.20, Recorded 1836.09.20)

In the estate of John Sothoron, balance of $10,238.38 distributed.
- To widow Elizabeth A. Sothoron, slaves & household goods & stock worth $4102.62
- And during her life, silverware worth$255.00
- To Mary E. A. Sothoron, daughter of dec'd, slaves worth $5,000.00
- To James F. Sothoron, the child with which the dec'd wife was pregnant at the time of his death, Negores & cash worth $5,000.00
- Real estate to sons John T. H. & Zachariah H. Sothoron. (Admin Accts GC#1 {MSA* WK-282-283}:330, St. Mary's Co., 1838.12.11, Recorded 1838.12.11))

** Land records - Maryland

Orphan Zachariah H. Sothoron, Guardian James F. Sothoron. Assessors William H. Lyles & William Lyles of Prince George's Co.. Land grant: Bond's Retreat.
- Description: ...There is on the land a dwelling house lately built of wooden materials 38 by 16 feet, an old kitchen, an old meat house 12 feet by 12, a small kitchen garden with a common enclosure, a pretty good barn 24 by 48 feet with a shed 16 by 48 feet, an old framed carriage house, three log cabbins for negro quarters, an old apple orchard of decaying trees, there are about 200 acres of cleared land, 100 acres of wood of various growth, 10 acres of wild grass meadow, the remainder is marsh under tide water, the whole tract containing about 330 acres being part of a tract of land called Bond's Retreat... (Ranzetta* {EJM#1:319}, St. Mary's Co., 1839.10.11)

Indenture of 29 April 1845 between John T.H. Sothoron & Zachariah H. Sothoron, both of St. Mary's Co., MD. For $6,000 John conveys to Zachariah tracts of land in St. Mary's Co., MD: Bond's Rest, about 724 acres; part of BridgeTown, about 44 acres; part of Widow's Purchase, about 93 3/4 acres. Signed by John T.H. Sothoron, witnessed by G.A. Hammett & Jno. P.H. Creel. Certified same date, recorded 2 May 1845. (St. Mary's Co., MD Land Records JH#13:461)

Indenture of 11 August 1845 between Zachariah H. Sothoron of St. Mary's Co., MD & William Bryan (of Richd.) of Prince George's Co., MD. Sothoron is indebted to Bryan for $2,006, which on 15 May last was advanced by said Bryan to purchase real estate, the contract for which was annulled by both parties. For $5 and monies paid Sothoron conveys property on the Potomac River known as Bond's Retreat, about 500 acres; plus Negroes John Henry, Wilson, Priscilla, Laddey & her child William, Elizabeth, Sarah Ann & her 2 children, Mariah & John, Margarett. Conveyance to occur unless Sothoron returns the $2,006 with interest from 15 May last by 1 January next. Signed by Z. H. Sothoron, witnessed by D. Ward & Richd. Edelen. Certified same date, recorded 23 Aug 1845. (Prince George's Co., MD Land Records JBB#4:251)

Indenture of 11 August 1845 between Zachariah H. Sothoron of St. Mary's Co., MD & William Bryan (of Richard) of Pirnce George's Co., MD. Zachariah is seized & possessed of tract called Bonds Retreat & Bryan of a tract called Bellemont, the two being contiguous & on the Potomac River. Bryan has been operating a fishery off the coast of both properties with the consent of Sothoron; this indenture is to formalize that easement from Sothoron. Signed by Z. H. Sothoron, witnessed by J. W. Ward & Richd. T. Edelen. Certified same date, recorded 25 Aug 1845. (Prince George's Co., MD Land Records JBB#4:252)

Indenture of 25 March 1846 between Zachariah H. Sothoron of Prince George's Co., MD & John H. Clagett of same county. Sothoron owes Clagett $300 & for security thereof & for $5, grants to Clagett all horses & cattle on Bonds Retreat and Negro man Wilson, if debt with interest is not repaid on or before 23 Sept next. Signed by Z. H. Sothoron, witnessed by Richd. J. Edelen. Certified same date, recorded 14 April 1846. (Prince George's Co., MD Land Records JBB#4:468)

Indenture of 23 May 1846 between Zachariah H. Sothoron, formerly of St. Mary's Co., MD but now of Prince George's Co., MD; and William Bryan of Richd. of same county. Sothoron is indebted to Bryan for $2,006, which was advanced to Sothoron on 13 May 1845 for purchase of real estate, but both parties then agreeing to an annulment of that sale. Sothoron, to secure the advance, mortgaged real & personal property on 11 Aug 1845 & recorded at JBB#4:251. Bryan failed to register mortgage in debtor's home county, which was required by law. Parties have agreed to now secure the debt with the slaves named in the original deed, with payment of debt on demand. Signed by Z. H. Sothoron, witnessed by J. W. Ward. Certified same date, recorded 9 June 1846. (Prince George's Co., MD Land Records JBB#4:516)

MD Stamp $1.00.
Indenture of 29 June 1846 between Zachariah H. Sothoron of Prince George's Co., MD; and John T. H. Sothoron of St. Mary's Co., MD. For $6,000 Zachariah conveys land parcels in St. Mary's Co.: Bond's Rest, about 724 acres; part of Bridgetown, about 44 acres; part of Widow's Purchase, about 93 3/4 acres. Signed by Zach H. Sothoron, witnessed by J.W. Ward, Wm Lyles of Thos. Certified same date, recorded 4 Aug 1846. (Land Record WTM#1:80)

Indenture of 8 Aug 1846 between Zachariah H. Sothoron of Prince George's Co., MD, James P. Sothoron & John T. Sothoron of St. Mary's Co., MD; and William Bryan of Richd. of Prince George's Co., MD. For $2,195.50 Sothorons convey to Bryan the parcel known as Bonds Retreat [metes & bounds are given]. Sothorons retain easement for right-of-way across property, which Bryan may also use. Signed by Z. H. Sothoron, Jas. P. Sothoron & John T. H. Sothoron. Witnessed by John W. Ward, Richd. J. Edelen, G. A. Hammett & Jno. P. H. Creel. Certified 8 & 13 Aug 1846, recorded 6 Oct 1846. (Prince George' Co., MD Land Records JBB#4:597)

Indenture of 14 August 1846 between James F. Sothoron of St. Mary's Co., MD; & Zachariah H. Sothoron of Prince George's Co., MD. Zachariah is indebted to James for $800 which former wishes to secure with property known as Bonds Retreat, about 500 acres on the Potomac, which had devised from late John Sothoron to Zachariah. Debt with interest is due on or before 1 January 1846. Signed by Z. H. Sothoron, no witnesses, certified same date. Recorded 9 Oct 1846. (Prince George's Co., MD Land Records JBB#4:602)

Stamp $6.00.
Zachariah H. Sothoron of Prince George's Co., for and in consideration of a note of $700 dated 20 August 1846 due James J. Gough of St. Mary's Co., MD, sells to Gough the following: Negro woman Elizabeth & her increase now on my farm is this county; Negro woman Margaret & her 2 boys John & James; Negro woman Eliza & her 2 children Delia & Philip (now in the possess ion of John T.H. Sothoron of St. Mary's Co., MD). Signed Z. H. Sothoron, witnessed by Johm M. Heard & Jeremiah Dyer. Certified 16 Dec 1846, recorded 19 Dec 1846. (Prince George's Co., MD Land Records JBB#4:673)

1846 Tax Assessment, District 4, St. Mary's Co. Zach'a H. Sothoron. Slaves: 0. Lands: Bond's Rest, 724 acres. Total: 6.000. (Fenwick*)

Indenture of 5 November 1847 between James P. Sothoron of St. Mary's Co., MD & Zachariah H.Sothoron of same county. James F. Sothoron, as guardian of James P., took a mortgage from Zachariah on 11 Aug 1846 & recorded at JBB#4:602, to secure payment of $800 from Zachariah, using property called Bonds Retreat, about 500 acres, as collateral. Zachariah has paid the debt, including interest, and the mortgage is satisfied. Signed by James P. Sothoron, witnessed by Richd. J. Edelen & Js. M. Parker. Certified same date, recorded 9 Nov 1847. (Prince George's Co., MD Land Records JBB#5:92)

Indenture of 16 Dec 1851 between Zachariah H. Sothoron of Anne Arundel Co., MD & Francis Posey of Prince George's Co., MD. On 22 July 1847 parties agreed that Posey would buy for $6,000 tract called Bond's Retreat, exclusive of part previosly sold by Zachariah to William Bryan of Richard. A large part of purchase money was paid at that time & the balance subsequently, as per the agreement. Consequently, Zachariah conveys the noted residual part of Bond's Retreat [metes & bounds given]. Signed Zachariah H. Sothoron, witnessed by Chas. Hodges & Wm. Lyles. Certified in Anne Arundel Co., MD 16 Dec 1851. Received at Upper Marlboro 17 Dec 1851 $1 from Posey, recorded that date. (Prince George's Co., MD Land Records ON#1:6)

** Wife & children

"Martha A. Lawrence was married to Zacheriah Southern on the 22nd day of February 1848 by the Rev. Mr. Chew. July 22d 1848.” (Sutton Family Bible*, St. Mary's Co.)

Zach H. Sothoron married Martha A. Lawrence on 22 Feb 1848. (Chronicles of St. Mary's 3:#11 {Back of Vestry Minutes Vol 1}, All Saints Church, King & Queen Parish, St. Mary's Co.)

Wedding announcement of daughter Mary on 23 Sept 1871 notes she is "...only daughter of the late Z. H. Sothoron, formerly of St. Mary's county." See her Notes.

Named in son Thomas' obituary (see his Notes).

** Census reports & directories - Maryland

1850 Federal Slave Schedule (1850.06.01)
- Dist 3, St. Mary's Co. Zachariah Sothoron owned one slave, a 6 year old Black female Recorded 1850.07.17)
- Dist 3, Calvert Co. - Zachariah Sothoron owned three Black slaves: a female aged 23, a male aged 8 and a male aged 2. (Recorded 1850.10.04)

1850 Federal Census (1850.06.01, Recorded 1850.10.09) Dist 3, Calvert Co. - Pg 60B, Ln 39, 330/330
- Zachh Sothoron - 26 year old male planter, born in MD. No property value given.
- Martha A. " - 24 year old female, born in MD
- Thos J." - 1 year old male, born in MD
- James P. " - 3/12 year old male, born in MD
( "Color” was blank for all these entries)

1850 Federal Census (1850.06.01, Recorded 1850.11.10) Dist 8, Anne Arundel Co. - Pg 394B, Ln 21, 13/13
- Zachh H. Sothoron, 26 year old male farmer, born in MD. No property value noted.
- Martha A. Sothoron - 25 year old female, born in MD
- Thomas J. Sothoron - 2 year old male, born in MD
- James P. Sothoron - 7 month old male, born in MD.

I have been unable to find the family in the 1860 Federal Census (see wife's Notes for possible entry)

Baltimore City Directory*
- 1856/7 - Sothoron, Zachariah, clerk, 15 Chatsworth
- 1858 - Sothron, Zachariah. clerk, h 15 Chatsworth (pg 305)
- 1858/9 - Sothoron, Zachariah. clerk, h 15 Chatsworth (pg 373
- 1860 - Sothoron, Zachariah H. Clerk, dw [dwelling] Fountain hotel
- 1864 - Sothoron, Zachariah W. conductor, 9 Chatsworth.
Sothoron, Zaccheaus conductor city cars, 16 n Bond. (Pg 373)
- 1865/6 - Sothoron, Zachariah H. conductor B. & O. R.R., 29 n Republican (pg 395)
- 1868 - Sothron, Mrs. Martha. 275 Hollins (pg 493)

** Miscellaneous - Maryland

John T. H. Sothoron and Zachariah H. Sothoron were subscribers to Tomakoken Church. (Chronicles of St. Mary's 3:#9, King & Queen Parish, 1845)

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Mary Elizabeth Sothoron was born 13 August 1806 to Rebecca Ann Maria Forbes & James Forbes Sothoron. (Forbes, R.*)

Mary E. Sothoron, daughter of J.F. Sothoron of Maryland, b. 13 Aug 1806, attended Moravian Seminary for Young Ladies in Bethlehem PA in 1818. (Reichel* :389)

Mary E. Sothoron, born 12 August 1806, daughter of J.F. Sothoron of Maryland, attended Bethlehem Female Seminary, Bethlehem, PA (Ancestry.com* - image of Catalogue of Pupils, 1785 to 1858, page 423)

Samuel Webster licensed 10 June 1831 to marry Mary Elizabeth Sothoron. (Brumbaugh* 1:402, St. Mary's Co.)

Samuel P. Webster of Georgetown, D.C. married Mary Elizabeth Sothoron, daughter of Major James F. Sothoron of St. Mary's Co. on 21 June 1831. Services by Reverend Jones at All Faith. (Fresco(1)* :308, St. Mary's Co.)

Mrd: by Rev M Jones, Mr SP Webster, of Gtown, DC, to miss Mary Eliz Sothoron, d/o Maj Jas F Sothoron, of St. Mary's Co, Md. (Dixon*, 1830-1831.:299, 1831.06.21, Reported 1831.06.29)

Indenture of 28 Dec 1832 between George Forbes of Prince George's Co., MD; and John H. Sothoron of St. Mary's Co., MD, and Mary Elizabeth Webster of Georgetown, DC. The late Elizabeth Forbes, afterwards Elizabeth Bond, wife of late Samuel Bond, executed a deed to the late Thomas Marshall & late John Forbes, conveying all of her real property, recorded in Charles Co., MD Land Records. Said Thomas Marshall survived said John Forbes, transferring ownership of said property by deed to Horatio C. McEldery & said George Forbes. Said McEldery has since died, and said John H. Sothoron & Elizabeth Webster, grandchildren of said Elizabeth Forbes, claim a portion of the trust property, and compromised this claim with said George Forbes. To this end and for $5.00, said George Forbes conveys to John H. Sothoron & Elizabeth Webster as tenants in common, tract of land adjoining tract owned by said Sothoron known as Chesleys Hill. Signed by George Forbes, witnessed by Abraham Clarke, John Anderson. Certified same date, recorded 13 Feb 1833. (St. Mary's Co., MD Land Records JH#9:403)

Indenture of 23 Nov 1847 between Mary Elizabeth Webster & John H. Sotheron (sic), both of St. Mary's Co., MD. Their father James F. Sotheron died intestate & they are sole surviving children. Parties agree that Mary's part of residual estate is worth $8,000, exclusive of an unsettled claim against the United States filed by their father; & that Mary will pay John that amount, which also releases her from any debts of the estate. Signed by Mary E. Webster, witnessed by Margaretta Key & Edmund Key. Signature certified same date in Prince George's Co., MD. Recorded 3 Jan 1848 in St. Mary's Co., MD. (St. Mary's Co., MD Land Records WTM#1:346)

Mary E. Sothoron (d. 1871) married Dr. William Simmons McDaniel. (Fresco(1)* :274)

See husband William McDaniei's Notes for 1850 through 1870 Federal Census entries.

Named & deposed in action of George Forbes vs Horatio C. McElderry et al (see father's Notes).

Referred to (as Elizabeth) in action of Hanson Marshall et al vs Sarah Greenfield (see father's Notes).

Stone of Ann Randolph Webster, born 22 March 1839, died 1 January 1919. "Wife of Robert Bolling of Petersburg, Va (6/25/1829 - 1/14/1895), daughter of Samuel Pleasants Webster and Mary Elizabeth Sothoron." (Grave Marker*, All Faith Church, Huntersville, MD)

** Land records - Maryland

George Forbes of Prince George's Co, in consideration of "above rented premises" deeds to John H. Sothoron of St. Mary's Co. & Elizabeth Webster of Georgetown, D.C. as tenants in common and not as joint tenants, lands adjacent to James F. Sothoron called Chesley's Hill in St. Mary's Co.. (Abstracts F#1{StM#3A}:99, St. Mary's Co., 1832.12.08, Recorded 1833.02.19)

Samuel P. Webster & Mary Elizabeth his wife, of St. Mary's Co. deed to James F. Sothoron for $1,000 one undivided half of Chesly's Hill, bounded on east by lands of Sothoron, on north by Indian Creek, on south by Jowles' Creek, 517 ½ acres. (Abstracts F#2{StM#4}:11, St. Mary's Co., 1840.08.01, Recorded 1840.10.13)

See husband Samuel's Notes for additional land transfer records.

Rice vs Sothoron et al, action to regain Westham, sold by James F. Sothoron but never transferred. Elizabeth McDaniel one of the defendants (see father's Notes).

** Death

Mary E. MacDaniel, only daughter of the late Major J. F. Sothoron of St. Mary's Co., died at the residence of her husband, Dr. William MacDaniel. (Fresco(1)* :422 {(St. Mary's Beacon}, Calvert Co., 1871.10.12, Recorded 1871.10.26)

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See wife Mary Elizabeth's Notes for marriage information.

A beneficiary in the will of William H. Sothoron (1836.11.30, Proved 1837.02.24), where he is referred to as "friend.” This will is also referred to in Key et al vs John T. P. Sothoron et al. (See William H. Sothoron's Notes for details).

Bond dated 30 March 1832 between George Forbes of Prince George's Co. & William Thompson of Charles Co.; and James F. Sothoron, John Henry Sothoron, Samuel P. Webster & Elizabeth his wife, for $10,000. Bond for George Forbes to faithfully account all credits and debits of the estate of Elizabeth Bond, which he may have received since 26 August 1831. (Chancery Papers 7923 (part of papers from Forbes vs McElderry et al - see Notes of James F. Sothoron for further details}, Charles Co., Filed 1832.07.11)

Indenture of 28 Dec 1832 between George Forbes of Prince George's Co., MD; and John H. Sothoron of St. Mary's Co., MD and Samuel Webster of GeorgeTown, DC. By execution of bonds of this date [see bond descriptions in indenture of 17 Aug 1840 infra.] by Forbes and for $5 Forbes is conveyed tract called Rogues Neck, bounded by Patuxent River & Swansons Creek, containing about 700 & being where Forbes now resides. Signed by George Forbes, witnessed by Abraham Clarke & John Anderson. Certified same date, recorded 7 Feb 1833. (Prince George's Co., MD Land Records AB#7:483)

Indenture dated 17 October 1840, recorded the same day. George Forbes, by indenture of mortgage dated 28 December 1832, recorded in Prince George's Land Record Book AB#7, folio 483, did secure payment of bonds to John H. Sothoron & Samuel P. Webster of St. Mary's Co.. Rouger's Neck, 700 acres in Prince George's Co on Swanson's Creek at the Patuxent River, passed to John H. Sothoron & Samuel P. Webster to satisfy bond. (Chancery Papers 725 {part of papers from James Forbes vs George Forbes et al - see Notes of James F. Sothoron for further details}, Charles Co., Filed1 841.06.14) [NOTE: with these papers are also papers for action of Marshall vs Greenfield, referring to marriage of Webster, daughter of James F. Sothoron.]

Indenture of 17 August 1840 between John H. Sothoron & Samuel P. Webster of St. Mary's Co., MD; and George Forbes of same county. On 28 Dec 1832 Forbes by indentured mortgage for property called Rogues Neck, about 700 acres, recorded at AB#7:483-6, to secure payment of bonds from Forbes to Sothoron & Webster: 6 bonds, each for $2,000 and each executed on 28 Dec 1832, with each being penalty conditioned for payment of $1,000 no later than 28 Dec 1833 for the first, & no later than 28 Dec for each successive year for each successive bond, through 28 Dec 1838.. Monies with interest have been paid by Forbes, thus the mortgage on said property is released.with the payment of $5 by Forbes. Signed by John H. Sothoron & S.P. Webster, witnessed by Jas. Naylor & Wm. Hall. Certified same date, recorded 22 Sept 1841. (Prince George's Co., MD Land Records JBB#1:120)

Samuel P. Webster & Mary Elizabeth his wife, of St. Mary's Co. deed to James F. Sothoron for $1,000 one undivided half of Chesly's Hill, bounded on east by lands of Sothoron, on north by Indian Creek, on south by Jowles' Creek, 517 ½ acres. (Land Rec Abstracts F#2{StM#4}:11, St. Mary's Co., 1840.08.01, Recorded 1840.10.13)

Indenture of 19 Sept 1842 between James F. Sothoron & his son John H. Sothoron, both of St. Mary's Co., MD. James grants to John a tract called Lot No. 4, being part of Trent Neck, containing about 821 acres, now in tenancy of James Burroughs. Also, 1/2 undivided part of Chesleys Hills, adjoining residence of James, reserving for James during his lifetime the right of way & firewood, building & fence timber, from said Chesleys Hill Land; this undivided half is the interest of Samuel P. Webster & wife which was sold by them to said James, and the following negroes: tom, John, Jack, Abram, Hanson, Jim & wife Juliet & their 3 children, Darky & her son Henry & her daughter Lucretia, Sarah Ann Butler & her children girl Ann & boy Dick. Signed by Jas. F. Sothoron, witnessed by H. Fowler, Benj. H. Sothoron. Certified same date, recorded 6 Oct 1842. (St. Mary's Co., MD Land Records JH#12:549)

Stone of Ann Randolph Webster, born 22 March 1839, died 1 January 1919. "Wife of Robert Bolling of Petersburg, Va (6/25/1829 - 1/14/1895), daughter of Samuel Pleasants Webster and Mary Elizabeth Sothoron." (Grave Marker*, All Faith Church, Huntersville, St. Mary's Co., MD)

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Harriet Sothoron married in 1870, (?1775 - "see Census 1776 p.74") William Claggett of Prince George's Co. He was born 25 July 1748, died in 1792. She secondly married Col. John Hancock Beanes. (Bowie* :126)

See father's Notes for family source.

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Ann Sothoron was b. Bet 1770-1780, St. Mary's Co., MD to Henry Greenfield Sothoron & Mary Bond; d. Bet 1826-1830, "Mt. Arundel," Benedict, Charles Co., MD. (Reno*)

Charles Somerset Smith born 13 Oct 1735, married Ann Sothoron, died in 1781, left issue. Date of marriage unknown. (Hollowack* 1:381)

The will of Charles Somerset Smith (born with his twin brother Richard on 13 Oct 1733 in Calvert Co.), noting that his son of the same name married Ann Sothoron and left issue. (Hollowack* 2:381, Charles Co., 1780.11.17, Proved 1781.06.18)

Not mentioned by name in father's will (see his Notes).

Mentioned by married name in mother's will (see her Notes).

Distribution of the estate of George D. Sothoron. Identifies relatives: (see his Notes for more details)
- Mother Mary Sothoron
- Brothers John, Henry, Zachariah, James F. Sothoron
- Sisters Ann Smith (? dec'd), Eleanor Gardiner, Mrs. Tubman, Hariet Binns (? dec'd), Rebecca Key
- Niece Elizabeth (dec'd), wife of William Thomas, daughter of Mrs. Tubman
- Niece Mary, wife of George Thomas, daughter of Mrs. Tubman
- Children of Rebecca Key: Philip (his children Rebecca, Sara Anne, Mary); Robert M. (dec'd with heirs); Henry G.S.; Cecelia Ashton (husband Henry); Rebecca Wharton (husband Charles H.D.); Elizabeth Scott (husband John). (Admin Accts EJM#1(MSA* WK-282-283):158, St. Mary's Co., Recorded 1833.08.16)

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Eleanor Sothoron, daughter of Henry G. Sothoron and Mary Bond, born in St. Mary's Co., MD on 14 March 1776. (Burke-Gardiner Bible*)

Eleanor Gardiner, wife of Henry Gardiner and daughter of Henry Greenfield Sothoron & Mary Bond, his wife, died on 3 December 1853 in Brandon, Mississippi. (Burke-Gardiner Bible*)

Named as daughter & benefeciary in father's will of 1793 (see his Notes).

Named as daughter & beneficiary (married name) in mother's will of 1822 (see her Notes).

Distribution of the estate of George D. Sothoron. Identifies relatives:
- Mother Mary Sothoron
- Brothers John, Henry, Zachariah, James F. Sothoron
- Sisters Ann Smith (? dec'd), Eleanor Gardiner, Mrs. Tubman, Hariet Binns (? dec'd), Rebecca Key
- Niece Elizabeth (dec'd), wife of William Thomas, daughter of Mrs. Tubman
- Niece Mary, wife of George Thomas, daughter of Mrs. Tubman
- Children of Rebecca Key: Philip (his children Rebecca, Sara Anne, Mary); Robert M. (dec'd with heirs); Henry G.S.; Cecelia Ashton (husband Henry); Rebecca Wharton (husband Charles H.D.); Elizabeth Scott (husband John). (Admin Accts EJM#1 {MSA* WK-282-283}:158, St. Mary's Co., Recorded 1833.08.16)

See Notes of daughter Eliza's husband John for 1850 Federal Census entry.

** 1798 Slave Census records - Maryland (Carothers*)

List of slave owners, by Hundred, with number of slaves:
- Charles Co. Hundred not named - Eleanor Sothoron 2 "lives St. Mary's, Superintendant Charles S. Smith”
- Charles Co. Hundred not named - Eleanor Sothoron 1 "lives St. Mary's, Superintendant Henry Sothoron”
- St. Mary's Co. - Upper Res - Eleanor Sothoron 11

** Marriage & children (Gardiner-Sothoron Family Bible* unless otherwise noted)

Henry Gardiner licensed to marry Eleanor Sothoron. (Brumbaugh* 1:344, St. Mary's Co., 1800.09.16)

18 Sept 1800. Eleanor Sothoron (born 14 March 1776, died 3 Dec. 1853 in Brandon, Rankin Co., MS), daughter of Henry Greenfield Sothoron, married Henry Gardiner (born 10 May 1766, died 23 June 1820 at "Pappa William Campbells”, Frederick Co., MD), son of Clement & Abigail Gardiner.

27 Sept 1801. Henry Sothoron Gardiner was born to Eleanor Sothoron & Henry Gardiner. He died 8 April 1848 in Boonville Co., MO.

6 Nov 1803. John Gardiner was born to Eleanor Sothoron & Henry Gardiner.

20 Aug 1805. Samuel Bond Gardiner was born to Eleanor Sothoron & Henry Gardiner. He died 12 Oct. 1843 at the plantation of John B. Burke in Rankin Co., MS.

28 Mar 1807. Thomas Sothoron Gardiner was born to Eleanor Sothoron & Henry Gardiner. He died 13 June 1815.

28 Feb 1809. Mary Bond Gardiner was born to Eleanor Sothoron & Henry Gardiner.

12 Nov 1811. Clement & James Gardiner (twins) born to Eleanor Sothoron & Henry Gardiner. Clement died 3 Aug. 1814.

15 Mar 1814. Eliza Ann Gardiner was born to Eleanor Sothoron & Henry Gardiner. She will marry John Bartholomew Burke.

25 Apr 1815. William Gardiner born to Eleanor Sothoron & Henry Gardiner. He died 30 May 1815.

30 July 1817. Clarissa Bond Gardiner was born to Eleanor Sothoron & Henry Gardiner. She died 19 Nov. 1817.

7 Mar 1819. Eleanor Cecelia Sothoron Gardiner was born to Eleanor Sothoron & Henry Gardiner.

** Miscellaneous

Mentioned by name in 1835 will of Susanna, wife of brother Zachariah. Noted to be in Georgetown, DC. See Susanna's Notes.

** Obituary (found in Burke-Gardiner Bible*)

OBITUARY
- Departed this life on Saturday morning. at 8 o'clock, A M., after a brief and sudden illness, of conjestion of the lungs, at the residence of her son-in-law, Col. J. B. Burke, in Brandon. Mrs. Eleanor Gardiner, aged 77 years, 8 months and 20 days.
- The deceased was a native of St. Mary's county, Maryland, and resided in Washington City a number of years previous to 1837, at which time, in companq with her relatives, she removed to this place where she has since lived the greater portion of her time. At an early period of life, she made a public profession of religion, and has ever since been a devoted member of the Episcopal church.- Few persons indeed, have attained to the same lengthened period of existence, and fewer still have reached that high degree of usefulness and exalted worth. She displayed in an eminent degree, those qualities of the heart that ornament and adorn the character of woman. These qualities, united with a mind naturally strong and vigorous, enabled her in a superior manner to meet all those changes and vicissitudes of fortune that beset the pathway of life. As a mother, she was devotedly kind and affectionate; as a. friend, true-hearted, faithful and sincere. Her warmest sympathies were ever excited by the calls of distress, and many of the pleasures of her lengthened years flowed from a discharge of the duties of a kind and disinterested beneveolence.
- A large circle of relatives and friends, to whom she was ardently attached by the strongest ties of affection and esteem, will deeply mourn the departure of one whom it may most truly be said , "died in a good old age."

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Louisa Scherger, dau. of Conrad & Anna Catharina Scherger, born in 1834, was baptized at Concordia Lutheran Evangelical Church, Washington, DC in May 1834. (familysearch.org - "District of Columbia, Births and Christenings, 1830-1955")

George M. Sothoron licensed in Washington, DC on 1 October 1867 to marry Sarah Sherry. (Newman Papers*)

George M. Sothoron & Sarah L. Sherry licensed on 1 October 1867 in Washington, DC to marry. (Pippenger(2)*)

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See father's Notes for 1850 Census entry, and husband's Notes for 1860 & 1870 Census entries.

Served as administrix of her husband's estate (see his Notes).

George M. Sothoron, 101 1st, Georgetown. (Washington Directory*, 1871)

Louisa Sothoron, widow, 101 1st, Georgetown. (Washington Directory*, 1872)

Louisa Sothron, widow George, 101 1st, Georgetown. (Washington Directory*, 1874)

Louisa Sothron, widow George, 101 1st, Georgetown. (Washington Directory*, 1875)

Louisa Sothoron, widow George M., 101 1st, Georgetown (Washington Directory*, 1876)

Louisa Sothoron, widow George M., 101 1st, Georgetown. (Washington Directory*, 1877)

Louisa Sothoron, widow George M., 101 1st, Georgetown. (Washington Directory*, 1878)

Louisa Sothron, widow George M., 190 High, Georgetown. (Washington Directory*, 1879)

Louisa Sothoron, widow George M., 190 High, Georgetown. (Washington Directory*, 1880)

1880 Census (1880.06.01, Recorded 1880.06.05) 190 High St., Washington - ED 13, Pg 19, Ln 28
- Sothoron, George M., Jr. 24 year old single white pharmacist(?), he & mother born in DC, father born in MD.
----, Louisa. Mother, 45 year old white widow, keeping house, born in DC, both parents born in Hamburg.
- Tather(?), Lusa. Servant, 21 year old single black female, she & parents born in MD.
(Print is faded and hard to read)

George M. Sothoron, student, 1609 32nd nw, Georgetown.
Louisa Sothoron, widow George M., 1609 32nd nw, Georgetown.
(This is the first year the directory uses the "new" D.C. addresses, replacing the original Georgetown addresses.) (Washington Directory*, 1881)

Louisa S. Sothoron, widow George M., 1609 32nd nw. (Washington Directory*, 1882)

Louisa S. Sothoron, widow George M., 1609 32nd nw. (Washington Directory*, 1883)

Louisa S. Sothoron, widow George M., 1609 32nd nw. (Washington Directory*, 1884)

Louisa Sothoron, widow George M., 1609 32nd nw. (Washington Directory*, 1885)

Louisa Sothoron, widow George M., 1609 32nd nw. (Washington Directory*, 1886)

Louisa S. Sothoron, widow George M., 1609 32nd nw. (Washington Directory*, 1887)

Louisa S. Sothoron, widow George M., 1609 32nd nw. (Washington Directory*, 1888)

Louisa S. Sothoron, widow George M., 1609 32nd nw. (Washington Directory*, 1889)

Louisa Sothoron, widow George M., 1609 32nd nw. (Washington Directory*, 1890)

Louise S. Sothoron, widow George M., 1609 32nd nw. (Washington Directory*, 1891)

Louisa S. Sothoron, widow George M., 1609 32nd nw. (Washington Directory*, 1892)

Louisa S. Sothoron, widow George M., 1609 32nd nw. (Washington Directory*, 1894)

Louisa S. Sothoron, widow George M., 1609 32nd nw. (Washington Directory*, 1895)

Louisa S. Sothoron, widow George M., 1609 32nd nw. (Washington Directory*, 1896)

Louisa S. Sothoron, widow George M., 1609 32nd nw. (Washington Directory*, 1898)

Louisa S. Sothoron, widow George M., 1609 32nd nw. (Washington Directory*, 1899)

Louisa Sothoron, widow George M., 1609 32nd nw. (Washington Directory*, 1900)

1900 Census (1900.06.01, Recorded 1900.06.11) 1609 32nd St. NW, Washington - ED 24, Sh 8B, Ln 75, 145/163
- Sothoron, L.S., Head, 63 year old white female widow, born Nov 1836, bore 3 children, 1still alive. Born in Maryland, parents in Germany. Owns her non-farm home free of mortgage.
- Smallwood, Lucey. Servant, 37 year old single black female, born June 1862. She & parents born in Maryland. Can read & write, speaks English. Occupation domestic, no unemployed time.

Louisa S. Sothoron, widow George M., 1609 32nd nw. (Washington Directory*, 1901)

Louisa S. Sothoron, widow George M., 1609 32nd nw. (Washington Directory*, 1902)

Louisa Sothoron, widow George M., home 3122 O nw. (Washington Directory*, 1903)

Louisa Sothoron, widow George M., 3122 O nw. (Washington Directory*, 1904)

Louisa S. Sothoron, widow George M., 3122 O nw. (Washington Directory*, 1905)

Louisa S. Sothoron, widow George M., 3122 O nw. (Washington Directory*, 1906)

Louisa Sothoron, widow George M., 3122 O nw. (Washington Directory*, 1907)

Louise S. Sothoron, widow George V., 3122 O nw. (Washington Directory*, 1908)

Louise Sothoron, widow George M., 3122 O nw. (Washington Directory*, 1909)

Louisa Sothoron, 3122 O nw. (Washington Directory*, 1910)

1910 Census (1910.04.15, Recorded 1910.04.27) 3122 O St. NW, Washington - ED 126, Sh 12B, Ln 60, 212/257
- Sothoron, Louisa S. Head, 75 year old white female widow. Had 3 children none now alive. Born in DC, parents born in Germany. Can read & write, speaks English. Occupation None. Renting her non-farm home.
- Smallwood, Lucy. Servant, 46 year old single mulatto female. She & parents born in Maryland. Occupation charwoman at Census office, working for wages, no unemployment.

Louisa Sothoron, widow of George, 3122 O nw. (Washington Directory*, 1911)

Louisa S. Sothoron, widow George M., 3122 O nw. (Washington Directory*, 1912)

Louisa S. Sothoron, widow George M., home 3122 O nw. (Washington Directory*, 1914)

Louisa S. Sothoron, widow Geo. M., home 3122 O nw (Washington Directory*, 1916)

1920 Census (1920.01.01, Recorded 1920.01.08) 3122 O Street NW, Washington - ED 149,Sh 2B (31B), Ln 78, 33/45
-Sothron, Louise S. Head, 85 year old widowed white female, living alone in rented home. Born in DC, parents in Maryland. Speaks English. Occupation none..

** Church activities - St. John Episcopal Church, Georgetown, DC

Under 1869 lists of families, "Dr. Sothoron & wife (both baptised), lives Prospect St." Note that Dr. Sothoron "died 1872". Also notes son George, baptised & confirmed. (Parish Register, 1869-1880. 3:22)

Under lists of families, with the date 14 April 1873 noted, is as follows:
- Louisa Sotheron, by confirmation, p. 54, Recnd. 1870-79. (Parish Register, 1888-1908. 5:20)

Confirmation on Whitsentide, 23 May 1874, of Louisa Sothoron, 39 year old widow who has not been baptised; and George Sothoron, 18 years old, son of "Mrs. S." (Parish Register, 1869-1880. 3:155,184)

** Death - DC

Deaths: Sothoron, Louisa - On Friday, April 25, 1930, at the Masonic & Eastern Star Home, LOUISA, widow of Dr. George M. Sothoron of Georgetown, D.C., aged 95 years and 5 months. Funeral from chapel at Oak Hill Cemetery, Saturday, April 26, at 3 p.m. Relatives and friends invited. (The Evening Star :A9, Reported 1930.04.25)

Mrs. Louisa Sothoron, white widow of George Mortimer Sothoron, died at the Masonic and Eastern Star Home Infirmary in Washington, D.C. at 8:40 AM on 25 April 1930, at the age of 95 years, 5 mos, 1 day. She had lived there since Sept 6, 1928. She was born in Washington, DC to Wm. Sherier of Germany & (Don't know). Information provided by Mrs. George Seitz, a niece, of 735 Quebec Place n.w, Wash. DC [ED 316, Sh 29B].
- Cause of death was Intestinal hemorrhages since Jan 28, 1930, with Senility contributing. There was no surgery & no autopsy. Certification was by Elina B. Carr, M.D., 1029 Vermont Ave. N.W., who had attended her from Feb. 4, 1930 to April 25, 1930, last seeing her alive on 4/20/30.
- Burial was at Oak Hill on April 26, 1930, with arrangements by Joseph F. Birchibus, 8034 M. St. NW. (Death Certificate # 327496, Class # 119, Dist. No. 21)

A search in December 2012 by the D.C. Superior Court, Probate Division, revealed no evidence of a filing for Sarah Louisa (Sherier) Sothoron.

See husband George's Notes for shared grave marker.

** Miscellaneous

Mentioned by name in son's Marriage Record and obituaries (see his Notes).

DISPUTE ABOUT A FARM.
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A Mother's Death Causes a Division in a Family.
- An equity suit for the possession of a tract of land in the sub-division of White Haven, devised in the will of Conrad Sherier and inherited by his wife, Anna C. Sherier, who recently died, has been brought. Louisa Sothoron and others are the plaintiffs, and the sons of Conrad Sherier-James T., John C., William H., and Michael-are the defendants.
- The farm was willed to Michael and James T. Sherier on condition that they should cultivate it for the support of themselves and their mother. In case this was not done Mrs. Sherier could dispose of the land as she saw fit. The defendants, who are the other heirs-at-law, claim that Mrs. Sherier was permitted by her sons to suffer the necessaries of life and that the farm was not cultivated, but neglected.
- The two sons prevailed upon their mother, it is asserted, when she was in her dotage, to join with James T. Sherier in deeding the tract to Michael Sherier. The court is asked to annul this deed and to order a sale of the property, that the proceeds may be distributed among the heirs. E. B. Hay is the attorney for the plaintiffs. (Washington Post :8, Reported 1892.08.16)

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Henry Gardiner, son of Clement and Abigail Gardiner, born in St. Mary's Co., MD on 10 May 1766. (Burke-Gardiner Bible*)

Henry Gardiner, husband of Eleanor Gardiner and son of Clement & Abigail Gardiner, died in Frederick Co., MD on 23 June 1820. (Burke-Gardiner Bible*)

** Marriage & Children - see Notes for wife Eleanor Sothoron

Eleanor Sothoron (born 14 March 1776, died 3 Dec. 1853 in Brandon, Rankin Co., MS), daughter of Henry Greenfield Sothoron, married Henry Gardiner (born 10 May 1766, died 23 June 1820 at "Pappa William Campbells”, Frederick Co., MD), son of Clement & Abigail Gardiner. (Gardiner-Sothroon Family Bible*, The Plains, St. Mary's Co., 1800.09.18)

** Miscellaneous

A letter was sent by the vestry to Rev. Benjamin Tippett, noting that he had performed a funeral rite on the Church grounds and, since he was not of the same "society” as the Church, that he abstain from doing so in the future. A majority of the vestry had approved the letter; John Sothoron & Henry G. Garner opposed it. (Chronicles of St. Mary's 23#5, Chaptico, King & Queen Parish, St. Mary's Co., 1820.05.22)

James Forbes & Henry Sothoron vs. John Barnes, exr of Samuel Bond
- Claimant's bill reviews terms of will of Samuel Bond dated 28 July 1818. Two of the executors died shortly thereafter - Henry Gardiner & John Sothoron. The surviving executor paid himself 400 bushels of wheat, worth $600. The estates of the other executors pray for their share wheat, and other debts collected.
- Copy of will of Samuel Bond, drawn 8 July 1818.
- Letter from Barnes dated 31 March 1831, noting amicable settlement of claim.
- Letter of dismissal from Henry Sothoron & James F. Sothoron, test. HGS Key, dated 26 March 1831. (Chancery Papers 11304, Prince George's Co., Filed1830.09.22)

** Federal Census

(1810.08.06) St. Mary's Co., MD - Pg 195 (270), Ln 16 - Henry Gardiner
- Free white males under 10...4
- ..................................45+...1
- ..............females under 10...1
- .............................16 - 25...1
- .............................26 - 44...1
- .............................Slaves...9

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Harriet Sothoron (born about 1754, Prince George's Co., MD) married William Clagett (born 25 July 1748 at Rock Creek, Piscataway, PG Co., MD). (Familysearch.org* {Church Records}, Piscataway, Prince George's Co., MD, 1774 {about})

Mentioned by married name (Claggett) in 1775 will of grandfather Zachariah Bond, & was bequeathed 500 acres in Calverton Manor (see his Notes).

Harriet Sothoron married (?1775 - "see Census 1776 p.74") William Claggett of Prince George's Co. He was born 25 July1748, died in 1792. She secondly married Col. John Hancock Beanes. (Bowie* :126, 1780)

See husband William's Notes for 1776 Census entry.

On 28 June 1790 made oath regarding late husband William's appraisal (see his Notes)

Inferred, but not mentioned by name, in father's 1793 will (see his Notes).

Harriet Sothoron, widow of William Clagett of Piscataway, married Col. John Hancock Beanes. They had issue: Harriet Beanes (born 2 October 1798) married her cousin John Clagett. (Bowie* :664, 1796.05.20)

Distribution of the estate of George D. Sothoron. Identifies relatives: (see his Notes for more details)
- Mother Mary Sothoron
- Brothers John, Henry, Zachariah, James F. Sothoron
- Sisters Ann Smith (? dec'd), Eleanor Gardiner, Mrs. Tubman, Hariet Binns (? dec'd), Rebecca Key
- Niece Elizabeth (dec'd), wife of William Thomas, daughter of Mrs. Tubman
- Niece Mary, wife of George Thomas, daughter of Mrs. Tubman
- Children of Rebecca Key: Philip (his children Rebecca, Sara Anne, Mary); Robert M. (dec'd with heirs); Henry G.S.; Cecelia Ashton (husband Henry); Rebecca Wharton (husband Charles H.D.); Elizabeth Scott (husband John). (Admin Accts EJM#1(MSA* WK-282-283):158, St. Mary's Co., Recorded 1833.08.16)

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The Court Appoint Samuel Bond of Prince George's Co. Guardian to Mary Bond Briscoe daughter of James Biscoe late of St. Mary's Co. deceased who being present in court accepts thereof Henry Greenfield Sothoron & Richard Bond Securities in £4000 Current money. Bond taken. (Fenwick* {Orphans Court Proc :157}, St. Mary's Co., 1790.08.31)

Will of Margaret Bond widow. All personal property left to great granddaughter Mary Biscoe, to be held for and used by her mother Mary Biscoe until minor is 16 or married. If she dies or does not marry, goes to her mother. If either claims part of estate of the late Basil Biscoe, now in the possession of testator's daughter Mary Harrison in North Carolina, all estate will go to daughter, provided she relinquishes claim against testator's son James Biscoe, and that she makes over her right of dower to plantation at St. Inegoes which said son had sold to his uncle James Biscoe. Testator's friend Henry Greenfield Sothoron appointed sole executor. (Wills JJ#2:18, St. Mary's Co., 1790.01.14, Proved 1792.02.06)

Margaret Bond of St. Mary's Co. holds firmly unto Henry Greenfield Sothoron in full & just sum of £1,000 current money. Notes marriage between her grandson James Biscoe & Mary, daughter of Henry Greenfield Sothoron. Mary had considerable property at time of marriage, thus Margaret Bond promised to make a will of personal property in favor of said Mary & issue of marriage. If Margaret keeps her current will in full force & without change, this obligation to become void. Recorded at the request of Henry Greenfield Sothoron. Witness: Rd Bond, Hanson Briscoe. (Wills JJ#2:19, St. Mary's Co., 1790.01.14, Recorded 1792.02.06)

James Biscoe, son of Basil Biscoe & Mary Ann Edelen, b. bef. 1761 in St. Mary's Co., MD, d. bef. Aug 1790 in St. Mary's Co., MD; m. bef. 1784 in St. Mary's Co., MD, Mary Sothoron, dau. of Henry Greenfield Sothoron & Mary Bond, b. bef 1759 in St. Mary's Co., MD, d. aft 1802. (Reno*)

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