Papers, 1665-1862.

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Papers, 1665-1862.

Papers, 1665-1862, relating to York County, Va. Includes extracts, 1782-1788, from county records; copy of account, 1668, for funeral expenses of Thomas Foote; photocopy of will, 1775, of William Nelson; copy of newspaper advertisement, 1812, for sale of Bell-Field; and print, 1862, from a printed book of Wynn's Mill. The papers also include a manuscript copy of the Charles and New Pocosin [sic] Parish Register.

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Nelson, William, 1711-1772

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William Nelson was the son of Thomas Nelson who arrived in Yorktown, Va., from England in 1705. Thomas was a successful merchant whose business concerns passed to his son William upon his death. William operated a sizeable business both retail and wholesale. His main store was located on Main Street in Yorktown. Others were located on the waterfront. In addition to being a successful merchant, William was a prominent leader in Virginia politics. As President of the Governor's Council, Nelson ser...

Church of England

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According to the Canons of 1604, XLIX-LII, of the Church of England, only those persons whose faith and learning are known to their bishop are licensed to preach. Such is the case because the Anglican bishop has pastoral charge of his entire diocese, and the ministers of that diocese, and the ministers of that diocese are considered to be his assistants. From the description of Church of England licensing document, 1886. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 122406060 The major mis...

Foote, Thomas Vicars

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Charles Parish (Va.)

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York County (Va.)

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