Henry Morse was an Englishman who lived in Williamsburg for several years (ca. 1767-1775). Morse owned a forge and gristmill and 2000 acres of land at Rocky Ridge, which he acquired as a prize in Col. William Byrd's lottery in 1767. He advertised the property for sale in the Virginia Gazette in 1770 and 1771. In June 1770 Morse signed a non-importation agreement. In June 1775 he published notice of his intent to leave the colony and offered a mulatto slave, some furniture, and two mares for sale prior to his departure. Morse died between 28 August 1775 (date of will) and 29 December 1775 (date of probate).
From the description of Henry Morse, will, 1775 August 28 (Colonial Williamsburg Foundation). WorldCat record id: 183023914
From the guide to the Henry Morse will, 1775 August 28, (John D. Rockefeller, Jr. Library, Colonial Williamsburg Foundation)
