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Appy Mapp Deposition Notes from the USCT Pension Files

DEPOSITION A

Case of Happy Nap alias Appy Mapp, No. 296749

On this 13^th day of August, 1889, at Locus Mount, County of Accomack State of Va, before me Thos Burke, a Special Examiner of the Pension Office, personally appeared Happy Nap Alias Appy Mapp (Claimt.) who, being by me first duly sworn to answer truly all interrogatories propounded to him during this Special Examination of aforesaid pension claim, deposes and says: I am about fifty years of age: occupation; farm laborer; post office Grangeville, Accomack Co., VA

I am the identical Appy Mapp who served as a Private in Co. I, 2^nd Regt. U.S.C.Cav Vols and I am now an applicant for invalid pension Claim No. 296749.

I was living on the farm of my owner and master, George Mapp, two and one half miles east of Pungoteague, Accomack Co., Va. at my [illegible]. I had lived on that farm from the time I was a small boy- less than ten years of age until I enlisted. The family Doctor for my master’s family was Dr. Fred. Floyd of Locustville, Accomac Co. Va., now dead.

WAYNE K DRIVER (WKD) RESEARCH NOTES:

Based on the opening input of Deposition A by Happy Nap alias Appy MAPP, also the MAPP Family History titled “John Mapp I, the Immigrant” Contributed by Pat Scherzinger found at http://www.ghotes.net/descendants/john_mapp_1_immigrant.htm, and

GRANGEVILLE, VA PO: Based on some internet research and speculation, Grangeville, Accomack, VA is located at the intersection of Wachapreague Road (route 180) and Seaside Road (route 600). Approximately 2 miles east of Keller and 2.8 miles west of Wachapreague, VA.

Co. I, 2nd Regt. U.S.C.Cav: See analysis below.

Slave master, George Mapp: Based on the MAPP Family genealogy by Pat Scherzinger, George Thomas Mapp was born on 3 Apr 1779 in, Accomack, Virginia, USA. He died on 13 Aug 1861 in Wachapreague, Accomack, Virginia, USA. He died about three years before Appy’s enlistment in the Civil War.  Based on one of the deposition by his son, George Bowdoin MAPP, at the time Appy enlisted he was between slave master due to the distribution of George Thomas Mapp’s estate.  Upon further research of the Mapp family, I see that George Thomas Mapp and his first wife Leah (Eliza) HARRISON (born 29 Jan 1784 died on 15 Jan 1835) had about 11 children. Only 3 were still alive a live at the time George Thomas Mapp’s death.

·         George Bowdoin MAPP was born on 1 Dec 1812. He died on 17 Oct 1891. George Bowdoin MAPP was the father of Dr. John Emory MAPP who was the interviewee to several depositions concerning Appy MAPP.

1.    In the Index of the To Special Examiner’s Report for Claim of Happy Nap alias Appy MAPP, No 296749, it list the name of witnesses and rates their reputation.  George Bowdoin MAPP’s reputation was listed as Good.  That seem like the highest rating, at least what I have seen.  I have some witnesses listed as doubtful to include Appy’s last statement to the examiner. I will further examine George’s deposition separately.

2.    At this time I do what to exam his, George Bowdoin MAPP’s reputation.  Based on the MAPP family genealogy presented by Pat Scherzinger, George was married to Ann James EDMUNDS who was descendant of the Nannie WHARTON family who owned the WHARTON farm which was left to Ann by her brother. George and Ann were Methodist and attended Burton’s Chapel (later known as Oak Grove Methodist Church).

§  George was also a trustee when the new church was dedicated on 15 Jan 1871

§  He was one of the seven superintendents who served the church Sunday School during the first century of its existence.

§  When reporting the death of George Bowdoin Mapp The Peninsula Enterprise called him "a sincere friend, kind father, affectionate husband and consistent Christian, respected and loved by all who knew him”.

So why do I ring up the reputation of this former slave owner?  Based on several sources I have read throughout the years, I have come to understand that not only were Quakers anti-slavery, but in the early days of the Methodist and Baptist denominations, they too were anti-slavery.  Some to extent that, when they converted, they freed their slaves. Some that did not free their slaves, found it their responsibility to keep them slaves to protect and provide education (secular and Christian). I am not saying this is the case for George Bowdoin MAPP, but it worth mentioning and exploring.  I myself and from other descendants of Appy MAPP the oral family history of how the “white” MAPP’s always helped out the “black” MAPP.  I see some of this in the way they presented their testimonies for Appy and his wife Mary Susan MAPP.

Based on my reading of Kirk Mariner’s book titled Slave and Free on Virginia’s Eastern Shore, there came a time when old attitudes of slavery creeped their way back into the Methodist Church.  So much that there was a split between denominational members for and against slavery.  Out of this came the Southern arm of the Methodist denomination.  Few Churches in the county remaining with the Northern group (Philadelphia Association).  The church, Burton’s Chapel, remained with the Northern group.

3.    Dr. John Emory MAPP submitted several testimonies on behalf of Mary Susan MAPP’s claim to Appy’s pension.  Dr. stated in one of his letters that he was blind (most likely later in age).  His lineage is very interesting both historical and personal to Mary Susan MAPP.  One of Dr. MAPP’s sons with his first wife, Margaret LECATO was Virginia State Senator George Walter MAPP who was known for his support of women rights during a time and place which were at odds with this movement.  He later ran unsuccessfully for the US Congress.  He practiced law with his brother John Brooks MAPP and held several other public offices.  Dr. MAPP and his wife had a daughter by the name of Fairy MAPP who married Dr. Rooker J WHITE.  Dr. WHITE was the personal physician to Mary Susan MAPP and Dr. WHITE beard witness that Appy and Mary Susan were husband and wife. Still ironic is that Margaret LECATO was the sister of Dr. George W. LECATO who submitted a Medical Affidavit on behalf of Appy.  Even more ironic both men fought opposite sides of the Civil War.

·         Leah A MAPP was born on 27 Dec 1821. She died on 15 Jun 1892. Married Henry Savage DAVIS, son of Savage DAVIS and Peggy MAPP. Some key observations/speculations on my part.

1.    Leah A. MAPP and Henry Savage DAVIS were close cousin from the Howson MAPP line.

2.    Henry Savage DAVIS was the son of Savage DAVIS who, according to a Ancestry.Com Family Tree, was the brother of Thomas (M or W depending on the record) DAVIS.  Thomas DAVIS was listed as the father of Mary Susan HAMAN, wife of Appy.

3.    Appy MAPP has identified in several documents that his mother was Leah MAPP. This could be a coincidence since Leah A. MAPP and Henry Savage DAVIS also had a child born in the same year, 1842, as Appy MAPP. Not to say that the birth dates are accurate.  Also note that Henry and Leah A. were married in 1841. In this deposition he identifies his age as about 50 (fifty). If his age is in fact 50, he would been born in 1839, two years prior to Leah A.’s marriage to Henry Savage DAVIS and 3 years prior to the birth of their first child Alexine DAVIS was born in 1842.

·         William C Mapp was born on 26 Jun 1824. He died on 5 Apr 1889

Dr. Fred. Floyd of Locustville, Accomac Co. VA: The basis for Appy’s claim for benefit originate from the fact that he was a health man prior to his enlistment in the war.  Throughout his file there are testimonies about his health prior and post military service.  Several doctors, former soldiers, community members and family members provide input concerning Appy’s health, injuries and reputation.  I did not find a deposition from Dr. Floyd, but I assume Appy mention him to establish a baseline for regular medical supervision.  I would speculate it was uncommon for a black man, as well as a slave, having a family doctor.  He also states that this doctor was his master’s family doctor.  I think he was including himself as part of the family and I have seen where he was referred to as being in the family household by other white MAPP’s.

I have no recollection of having been sick before I enlisted I was always in good health and stout and hearty young man of twenty-five of age when I enlisted. I had a good strong voice and my left foot and right side and right shoulder were sound and fine from injury at the time I enlisted.

I enlisted at Pungoteague, Va., on January 1, 1864 in Co. I 2^nd U.S.C.Cav. and served as a private in said Co. and Regt until the Co. and regiment was mustered out of service at Brazos Santiago, Texas February 1866. I did not serve in any military or naval service before January 1864 and I have not served in any military or naval service since February 1866 when I was mustered out of Co. I 2^nd U.S.C.Cav.

Company I, 2^nd United States Colored Calvary:

Source: https://www.fold3.com/pdf/M1817.pdf

2d United States Colored Cavalry. This regiment was organized at Fort Monroe, VA, on December 22, 1863, and assigned to duty in the Department of Virginia and North Carolina. The 2d participated in Gen. Benjamin F. Butler’s operations on the south side of the James River and against Petersburg and Richmond, May 4-28, 1864. These included the capture of Bermuda Hundred and City Point, VA, on May 5, and events leading up to and including the siege of Petersburg. In February 1865 it was transferred to Norfolk, District of Eastern Virginia. On June 10, 1865, the 2d sailed from City Point, VA, to Texas where it was assigned duty on the Rio Grande and various other areas of the state. The unit was mustered out on February 12, 1866.

Losses included 19 killed in action and 161 dead from disease and other causes.

Appy MAPP enlisted 10 days after the 2^nd regiment was formed.  In fact he enlisted on New Year’s Day 1864 which was one year after the Emancipation Proclamation (January 1, 1863) and the authorization of Colored Troops.

Pungoteague, Accomack Co., VA:

Brazos Santiago, Texas:

In one of the many depositions by Mary Susan HARMAN, I find out the names of her parents and that Appie (MAPP) was an alias for Happy.  There are over 200 records in this file, so I am just getting started.

Below is what I have pieced together by going through this one deposition dated April 11, 1917. 

• Mary Susan HARMAN was the daughter of Sarah HARMAN and Thomas DAVIS.  This information was provided in the USCT Widow’s Pension Fund.

• With this information, in the 1870 census, I found a Thomas M Davis (white) age 60 and his son (speculation) George Davis (mulatto) living next to Appie and Mary Susan Mapp. Appie and Mary Susan were living with the MEARS (white) family in St Georges Parish, Accomack, Virginia (Locus Mount Post Office) during this time.

• Further research shows that Thomas Davis was a slave owner and according to the Accomack County, Virginia Births, 1853-65 records, father at least 3 Black children between 1853 and 1860. In the 1860 slave schedule, Thomas had 9 slaves’ ages ranging from 2 to 58. The 58 year old person was a female mulatto.

• The 1850 census has Thomas, about 41, living with a 23 year white female by the name Elizabeth HUTCHERSON.  The value of his real estate is $5,000. The 1850 Slave schedule has 10 slaves owned by Thomas.

• In the 1840 census, I find Thomas with 11 slave. Thomas would have been about 30 years of age.  I do not find a white female close to his age.  In fact there is only one adult white female in his household and she would be in her 60’s.  My guess is that his mother.

There are some other facts found in this April 11, 1917 deposition that show the different places Mary Susan lived in the county and the families (KILLAM, WARD).  She also stated that she had one sister living by the name of Lizzie Davis.  I haven’t found much information concerning Lizzie as of this writing. 

In conclusion, I would like to say that I would have never imagined that I would have access to 200 records to research.  For a genealogy buff like me, it is equal to winning the sweepstakes.  

Greetings,

This past weekend I had the opportunity to attend my first National Genealogy Conference hosted by the Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society, Inc. (http://www.aahgs.org/).  It was a great conference filled with people from across the country.  There was great knowledge shared by experts who have been working in this field for many years.  There were keynote speakers such as former Governor L. Douglas Wilder, PBS’s “Genealogy Roadshow” host Kenyatta Berry and many others.  I only attend on day, but it was packed with information.

I attended the following workshops and will be sharing more at later time.

United States Color Troops (USCT) Widows Pension Applications by Bernice Bennett (http://www.blogtalkradio.com/bernicebennett).  Turns out Bernice, through DNA testing, is a relative to my wife.  We got to know her better between sessions.

DNA – by Shannon Christmas (http://www.yourgeneticgenealogist.com/2013/06/please-join-me-and-shannon-christmas.html).  Shannon also presented Governor Wilder’s DNA results before his keynote address.

Finding White Fathers of Enslaved Children by Kenyatta Berry (http://www.kenyattaberry.com/).

My investment in this conference has already paid off.  I now have a better understanding of how to use DNA along with paper trails to build a better story about my ancestors.  Next year the conference is in Atlanta and I hope to attend.  More to come……

Wayne Driver's Ancestry Composition

Back to School

School is back in session and most likely someone is about to study American History.  During my school days, I struggled with most history classes.  To me, it was boring.  I didn't see a need for it in my future or the purpose of learning about the past.  

It wasn't until I started my family tree did I find American History interesting.  As I dove deeper into genealogy, I could not help but to see a relationship between history and my ancestors.  I found several relative that served in the Revolutionary War.  Men of African ancestry serving in Revolutionary War?  I had to know more.  I had a relative who was a Tuskegee Airman and one who was the son-in-law of the founder of Tuskegee University.  I needed to know more.  I wondered why some relatives were named after a certain President so I had to know more about that President and why he was revered by my ancestor.  I could go on and on, but I just want to share this thought.  

If you and/or your child is finding it hard to relate to history, try matching it up with genealogy. Make it personal.

“LOCKSLEY” The Original Black Families of Folsom, PA (work in progress)

“LOCKSLEY”

The Original Black Families of Folsom, PA

1850 Census – Ridley Township

OBSERVATIONS:  The 1850 Census did not provide a lot of details concerning occupations or relationships of other than head of house, so I had to speculate in some cases.  There seem to be a lot of quarry workers/owners in the township

The last page of the census for Ridley Township provide some statistic that prove to be interesting.

White Males                                           682

White Female                                        644

Total White Population                        1326

Black Males                                             34

Black Female                                           27

Total Black Population                         63

Total Township Population                               1389

Perry CARSON was listed as head of house born about 1775 in Delaware married to or father of Mary CARSON born 1805 in DE.  BOARDER: Rhonda DIXON born about 1827 in PA.

Robert P. ADAMS was head of house and a “Waterman” born about 1812 in Maryland living with Sarah ADMAS born about 1810 in MD.  CHILDREN:  Mary Ann (abt. 1833 in PA), Maria E. (abt. 1836 in PA), Christiana (abt. 1842 in PA), Sarah F. (abt. 1845 in PA), Robert (abt. 1847 in PA) and James F. (abt. 1850 in PA).

Charles SHARPE was head of house born about 1793 in Delaware married to Hannah SHARPE born about 1804 in DE.  CHILDREN: Hannah (abt. 1832 in DE), Susan (abt. 1836 in DE), James (abt. 1840 in PA), Elizabeth (abt. 1833 in DE), Mary (abt. 1842 in PA) and Alexander BISON (abt. 1848 in PA).

Henry JOHNSON was head house born about 1803 in Maryland married to Reyne JOHNSON born about 1814 in MD.  CHILDREN: Heziah (abt. 1833 in MD), Ann Eliza (abt. 1837 in PA), William H. (abt. 1839 in PA), Hannah M. (abt. 1841 in PA), Morris (abt. 1842 in PA), Theodor (abt. 1845 in PA) and John MONROE a “black” man born in England about 1826.

John SHARPE was head of house born about 1827 in Delaware.  Also living in this household was Catherine SWEANEY born about 1826 in Ireland.

Jacob WATSON was head of house born about 1808 in Pennsylvania married to Jane WATSON born about 1806 in PA.  CHILDREN:  Joseph (abt. 1836 in PA), Elizabeth (abt. 1839 in PA), Susannah (abt. 1842 in PA), John (abt. 1846 in PA), Mary F. (abt. 1847 in PA) and Charles (abt. 1849 in PA).  NOTE:  This entire family was identified as “mulatto”.

Joshua WHITE was head of house born about 1835 in New Jersey married to Catherine WHITE born in DE.  CHILDREN: John (abt. 1850 in PA). NOTE:  The WHITE and NELLUM families were neighbors and a possible sibling relationship between Joshua WHITE and Rosanna NELLUM both born in NJ.

John L. NELLUM a “Sawyer” was head of house born about 1805 in Delaware married to Rosanna NELLUM born about 1821 in NJ.  CHILDREN:  Matilda (abt. 1841 in PA), Joseph (abt. 1842 in PA), Harriet (abt. 1844 in PA) and Martha (abt. 1850 in PA).  NOTE:  The WHITE and NELLUM families were neighbors and a possible sibling relationship between Joshua WHITE and Rosanna NELLUM both born in NJ.

Mary DAVIS head of house born about 1793 in PA.  CHILDREN OR OTHER: 

Moses DAVIS (abt. 1835 in PA), James FRANCES (abt. 1845 in PA), Robert 

MILLER (abt. 1847 in PA) and George MILLER (abt. 1841 in PA).

Other than these families, there were borders and servants living with their employers.

Samuel KEEN born about 1830 in PA working for David HENDERSON a farmer.

Jerome BREGS born about 1837 in PA living in the household of John F. HILL a farmer.

John CALVIN born about 1827 in PA.  Listed as a “mulatto” and his name was listed under Ann CALVIN as “white” woman born about 1800 and living in the household of Robert MILLER.

Mary SHAMMER born about 1808 in New York living in the household of John HARPER and farmer.

Thomas DEBERRY born about 1824 in Pennsylvania and Johnathan GROBES listed as “mulatto” born 1835 in PA.  Both were living in the household of John KNOWLES a farmer.

Ann ORE listed as a “mulatto” born about 1830 in PA, Benjamin WATSON listed as “mulatto” born about 1830 in PA and George GREEN born about 1832 in PA.  All living in the household of Thomas M. SMITH a famer.  NOTE:  Benjamin and George were listed as “laborers” on the farm.

Ann WILLIAMS born about 1826 in Maryland living in the household of Joseph KENWORTHY a manufacturer.

Jacob CLARK born about 1800 in Delaware living in the household of Joseph NAGLE a farmer.

Thomas POWELL listed as a “mulatto” born about 1770 in Maryland living in the household of George LEIPER a quarryman.  The occupation for Thomas was listed as “None” as if he was retired.

1860 Census – Ridley Township – Leiperville PO

Urania JOHNSON (female) was head of house born about 1800 in Maryland.  CHILDREN: Ann E. (abt. 1837 in PA and listed as “mulatto”), William (abt. 1839 in PA), Hannah (abt. 1842 in PA and listed as “mulatto”), Morris (abt. 1843 in PA), Theodore (abt. 1845 in PA), Charles H. (abt. 1856 in PA and listed as “mulatto”) and Julia (abt. 1860 in PA and listed as “mulatto”).  NOTE:  Based on neighbors and maps from the 1800, they did not live in the “LOCKSLEY” area.  Daughter Hannah was also listed in the household of Johnathan P. WORRALL as a servant.

Robert P. ADAMS was head of house and a “Waterman” born about 1821 in Maryland living with Matilda WHITE (could have been married) born about 1820 in MD.  CHILDREN:  James ADAMS (abt. 1850 in PA) and Arbella ADAMS (abt. 1854 in PA).  BOARDER:  Evan GREEN (abt. 1825 in MD).  NOTE:  Based on neighbors and maps from the 1800, they did not live in the “LOCKSLEY” area.

Alex BROWN was head of house born about 1830 in Delaware married to Lucinda BROWN born about 1834 in DE.  CHILDREN: Elizabeth (abt. 1856 in PA), Juliann (abt. 1857 in PA) and Martha (abt. 1858 in PA).  NOTE:  This family, based on neighbors and maps from the 1800, lived close to the “LOCKSLEY” area.  This families Personal Property at $25.

Hannah SHARPE was head of house born 1803 in Delaware. CHILDREN: Mary (abt. 1842 in PA) and William (abt. 1852 in PA).  NOTE:  This family, based on neighbors and maps from the 1800, lived close to the “LOCKSLEY” area and lived next to the KANE family.  Both families may have been related.  This families Real Estate was valued at $200 and Personal Property at $50.

Samuel KANE (spelled CAIN in 1870) was listed as head of house born about 1830 in Pennsylvania married to Hannah KANE born about 1832 in DE.  CHILDREN:  John (abt. 1859 in PA) and Samuel (abt. 1860 in PA). NOTE:  This family, based on neighbors and maps from the 1800, lived close to the “LOCKSLEY” area.  This families Real Estate was valued at $200 and Personal Property at $40.

Peter JOHNSON was listed as head of house born about 1838 in Pennsylvania married to Susan JOHNSON born about 1837 in PA.  CHILDREN:  Martha (abt. 1860 in PA).  NOTE:  Based on neighbors and maps from the 1800, they did not live in the “LOCKSLEY” area. This families Personal Property at $25.

Other than these families, there were borders and servants living with their employers.

Mary JONES born about 1788 in PA a cook for John C. LEIPER a farmer.

James SHARPE born about 1840 in PA working on a farm for Thomas H. MADDOCK a famer.

Christiana ADAMS born about 1841 in PA a servant of Michael BUGGY a manufacturer.

Sarah GUILDES born about 1820 in DE a servant for ESKRINE a farmer.

Alex SHARPE born about 1847 in PA a servant for William W. MADDOCK a farmer.

Abram DENNY born about 1796 in PA and William DENNY born about 1853 in PA, both were servants for Crosby PILLERTON a lumber merchant.

1870 Census – Ridley Township – Darby PO

Samuel CAIN (spelled KANE in 1860) was listed as head of house born about 1825 in Pennsylvania married to Hannah CAIN born about 1832 in PA.  CHILDREN:  John (abt. 1859 in PA), Samuel (abt. 1860 in PA), George (abt. 1864 in PA) and Annie (abt. 1867 in PA).  NOTE:  This family, based on neighbors and maps from the 1800, lived close to the “LOCKSLEY” area.  This families Real Estate was valued at $500 and Personal Property at $200.

This household does not list relationships or occupations, so the names are listed as shown in the census.

Charlotte NORMAN born about 1817 in Pennsylvania.

Susan FRISBY born about 1815 in PA

Kit BROWN born about 1848 in PA

Tom NORMAN (abt. 1854 in PA)

Harry FRISBY (abt. 1860 in PA)

Annie M. FRISBY (abt. 1862 in PA)

Lizzie BROWN (abt. 1864 in PA)

William BROWN (abt. 1865 in PA)

Eliza BROWN (abt. 1868 in PA)

Frank BROWN (abt. 1869 in PA)

NOTE:  Based on neighbors and maps from the 1800, they did not live in the “LOCKSLEY” area.

John PATTIN born about 1830 in Virginia married to Jane PATTIN born about 1822 in VA.  CHILDREN:  Laura (abt. 1860 in VA), Mary (abt. 1862 in VA) and Nathaniel (abt. 1868 in VA).  NOTE:  Based on neighbors and maps from the 1800, they did not live in the “LOCKSLEY” area.

Charles THOMAS born about 1822 in Pennsylvania married to Alice THOMAS born about 1832 in New Jersey.  CHILDREN:  Edward (abt. 1854 in NJ), Lallie (abt. 1857 in NJ) and Abraham (abt. 1859 in NJ).  NOTE:  Based on neighbors and maps from the 1800, they did not live in the “LOCKSLEY” area.

William SCOTT born about 1815 in Pennsylvania married to Ann SCOTT born about 1825 in PA.  NOTE:  Based on neighbors and maps from the 1800, they did not live in the “LOCKSLEY” area.

Other than these families, there were borders and servants living with their employers.

Isaac JOHNSON born about 1849 in Pennsylvania and James BISON born about 1851.  Both were farm labor working for David HENDERSON.  NOTE:  Based on neighbors and maps from the 1800, they did not live in the “LOCKSLEY” area.

Samuel KANE born about 1838 in Pennsylvania working on a farm for George LEE.  NOTE:  Based on neighbors and maps from the 1800, they did not live in the “LOCKSLEY” area.  Samuel was listed as a “mulatto”.

Lydia BROWN born about 1856 in Pennsylvania working as a servant for James K. LEUKINS a farmer.  NOTE:  Based on neighbors and maps from the 1800, she did not live in the “LOCKSLEY” area. Lydia was listed as a “mulatto”.

Lewis MORTON born about 1843 in Maryland working on a farm for J. M. SHAPPMAN.  NOTE:  Based on neighbors and maps from the 1800, he did not live in the “LOCKSLEY” area.

Phillip JOHNSON born about 1848 in Delaware, Nathaniel JOHNSON born about 1849 in Delaware and Rachel THOMPSON born about 1850 in Delaware, all working for J. E. THOMAS a farmer.  NOTE:  Based on neighbors and maps from the 1800, they did not live in the “LOCKSLEY” area.  All were listed as “mulattos”.

Alex HAY born about 1845 in Maryland working on a farm for Johnathan BERRY.  NOTE:  Based on neighbors and maps from the 1800, he did not live in the “LOCKSLEY” area.

John MILLER born about 1851 in Pennsylvania working on a farm for Peter KING.  NOTE:  Based on neighbors and maps from the 1800, he did not live in the “LOCKSLEY” area.

1880 Census Enumeration District 7

NOTE:  This district included Leiperville Ridley Park, Prospect Park and Norwood.  What is known as Folsom today was part of Leiperville.  The individuals and families listed below are from the Leiperville section of Ridley Township.

Henry JOHNSON was listed as head of house born 1840 in Pennsylvania married to Maggie JOHNSON born about 1855 in PA.  NOTE:  This family, based on neighbors and maps from the 1800, did not live in the “LOCKSLEY” area.

Atwood REESE was listed as head of house born 1856 in Pennsylvania married to Sarah REESE born about 1858 in PA. CHILDREN: Josephine (abt. 1875 in PA).  NOTE:  This family, based on neighbors and maps from the 1800, did not live in the “LOCKSLEY” area.

William POOTS was listed as head of house born 1848 in New York married to Annie POOTS born about 1852 in Pennsylvania.  CHILDREN: Fanny (abt. 1878 in PA).  NOTE:  This family, based on neighbors and maps from the 1800, lived close to the “LOCKSLEY” area.

William CISCO was listed as head of household born about 1828 in Delaware married to Ellen CISCO born about 1825 in Delaware.  CHILDREN: Isaac (abt. 1840 in DE) and John (abt. 1855 in DE).  NOTE:  This family, based on neighbors and maps from the 1800, lived close to the “LOCKSLEY” area.  Also this family was listed as “mulatto” and all were laborers.

Perry WILLIAMS was listed as head of household born about 1845 in Delaware married to Louisa WILLIAMS born about 1845 in Delaware.  CHILDREN: Eugene (abt. 1864 in PA), John (abt. 1873 in PA) and Susan (abt. April 1880).  BOARDERS: Nettie MORRIS (abt. 1875 in PA) and Susan BELL (abt. 1850 in DE).  NOTE:  This family, based on neighbors and maps from the 1800, did not live in the “LOCKSLEY” area.  This family may have been living on the property of Patrick McGinnis. 

Amos LABO was listed as head of household born about 1819 in Pennsylvania married to Betsy LABO born about 1820 in PA.  CHILDREN: Emma (abt. 1862 in PA).  BOARDER: Johnathan LABO (abt. 1822 in PA) and Washington TOWNSEND (abt. 1810 in PA).  NOTE:  This family, based on neighbors and maps from the 1800, did not live in the “LOCKSLEY” area.  This family lived next to the Perry WILLIAMS family listed above.

Jacob SHOWLS was listed as head of household born about 1845 in Maryland married to Flora SHOWLS born about 1848 in MD.  CHILDREN: Amanda (abt. 1873 in PA) and Edward (abt. 1875 in PA.  NOTE:  This family, based on neighbors and maps from the 1800, did not live in the “LOCKSLEY” area.

Matilda GREEN born about 1820 in Delaware.  She is living alone and keeping her own house.  NOTE:  Based on neighbors and maps from the 1800, she did not live in the “LOCKSLEY” area.

Other than these families, there were borders and servants living with their employers.

Sarah HALL born about 1863 in PA.  She was employed by Jacob WORRALL who was a farmer.  The WORRALL Family, owned several large parcels in Ridley.  None of these parcels were located in the “LOCKSLEY” area.

John HENRY born about 1859 in Delaware.  He was employed by Mordechai Sheldrake a farmer.  NOTE:  This family, based on neighbors and maps from the 1800, did not live in the “LOCKSLEY” area.

William JOHNSON born about 1848 in Pennsylvania.  He was a boarder in the household of William COLLINS.  NOTE:  This family, based on neighbors and maps from the 1800, did not live in the “LOCKSLEY” area.

Isaac GROOSE born about 1836 in Pennsylvania.  He was a boarder in the household of Fredrie TIEDERMAN and Dry Goods Merchant.  NOTE:  This family, based on neighbors and maps from the 1800, did not live in the “LOCKSLEY” area.

Samuel GROCE born about 1854 in Pennsylvania.  He was employed by Louis SCHMITT a farmer.  NOTE:  This family, based on neighbors and maps from the 1800, did not live in the “LOCKSLEY” area.

Laura PARKER born about 1852 in Maryland.  She was employed by Joseph NICHOLSON who was retired from manufacturing.  NOTE:  This family, based on neighbors and maps from the 1800, did not live in the “LOCKSLEY” area.

Felix JOHNSON born about 1863 in Pennsylvania.  He was employed by George STEWARD who a cotton molder manufacture.  NOTE:  This family, based on neighbors and maps from the 1800, did not live in the “LOCKSLEY” area.

William RIDER born about 1868 in Maryland.  He was a boarder at boarder at Bethel CUSTER’s farm.  NOTE:  This family, based on neighbors and maps from the 1800, did not live in the “LOCKSLEY” area.

Richard JOHNSON born about 1866 in Pennsylvania.  He was a boarder at James SPRINGER’s who was a trucker.  NOTE:  The SPRINGER family, based on neighbors and maps from the 1800, lived close to the “LOCKSLEY” area.

Henry STEWARD born about 1856 in PA and Charles COOK born about 1861 in PA, both boarding at Abram PALLERSON a farmer.  NOTE:  These two men, based on neighbors and maps from the 1800, did not live in the “LOCKSLEY” area.

Mary CURTIS born about 1869 in Pennsylvania was a child working as a servant to James MAGINN a photographer and his wife, Susanna was a school teacher.  NOTE:  This family, based on neighbors and maps from the 1800, did not live in the “LOCKSLEY” area. 

1887 FOLSOM ESTABLISHED

1900 Census

Jane BLACKSTONE was listed as head of house.  She was a widow and was from the state of Delaware.  She was born June 1858.  Her occupation was “House Keeper” and she rented her house in Folsom.  She had two boarders living with her; Phoebe J. GIBSON (single) born Oct 1846 in the state of Delaware, William COOK born 1854 in Delaware.

Walter SAULS born Aug 1859 in North Carolina was listed as head of house.  He was married to Charlotte who was born in July 1858 in NC. Walter’s occupation was “Farm Labor” and he owned his home.  Walter and Charlotte had two daughters; Florence (Sept 1893) and Frances (Oct 1896).  Three boarders; James SAMMONS, William PARKER and William BURTON

Peter JONES born September 1844 in Delaware was listed as head of house.  He was married to Mary Ann who was born December 1862 in Delaware.  The census indicates that Mary Ann had two children and that they were still living.  In the Jones household was a boarder by the name of Charlotte CARR and she was born January 1886 in Pennsylvania.

Henry WILSON born April 1858 in Alabama.  He was single and a day labor renting a house.

Samuel B. JOHNSON born August 1860 in Maryland.  He was single and a day labor renting a house.

John JOHNSON born Aug 1860 in MD was listed as head of house.  He was married to Sarah who was born January 1858 in MD.  They had a son Joseph born September 1889 in MD, John’s occupation was Day Laborer.

Other than these families, there were servants living with their employers.

Rose HILL born December 1860 in Virginia.  She was employed by Elwood LEAR the Telegraph Operator.

William G. BROWN born April 1881 in PA.  He was employed by Frank GASKILL the Butcher.

Mary L. DOUNING born September 1883 in VA.  She was employed by George THOMPSON an Insurance Agent.

Anna TILLER born May 1840 in PA.  She was employed by Walter NEAL a Physician.

Della RAY born May 1877 in MD.  She was employed by Graham CALVERT an Attorney at Law. NOTE: Graham CALVERT owned a 25 acre estate named “The Willows” which bordered 17 acres owned by Harry J. DELANEY and known as “West Locksley”.  “WEST LOCKSLEY” was north and adjacent to “LOCKSLEY”.  All three estates (totaled 95 acres) were once owned by William THOMPSON in 1870.

Lilly SHEPPARD born September 1880 in VA. She was employed by Graham CALVERT an Attorney at Law (see note above).

Missouri RIGGOTT born May 1881 in VA.  She was employed by Steward KEELING a Clergyman.

Ella N. WRIGHT born June 1861 in VA, Laura COLBERT born May 1869 in VA and John A. RICHARDS born April 1879 in VA.  All were employed by Edward HARNED a Jeweler.

1910 Census – Ridley – District

West Folsom Woods (Folsom Precinct)

Alfred COLLINS born about 1860 in Maryland, married (18 years – his 2d and her 1st) to Susie MAGRUDER COLLINS born about 1867 in DC.  CHILDREN: Estella GREY (abt. 1885 in MD – listed as married but husband is not listed in this census) and her son Alfred GREY (abt. 1907 in PA) and daughter Elizabeth GREY (abt. 1910 in PA).  HOME: Owned.  NOTE:  Alfred Wilmore COLLINS, Sr. was a policeman in the city of Philadelphia, PA.

James HARRIS  a “quarryman” born about 1870 in Pennsylvania, married (15 years) to Mary HARRIS born about 1876 in MD.  Also living in the house hold was Hanrel HARRIS (mother of James) born about 1850 in PA. HOME: Rent.  NOTE:  Lives on 7^th Avenue in the 1920 Census.

1920 Census – Ridley – District 0196

CENSUS NOTES: I did not find any more reference to “Servants”, all the Black families either owned or rented real estate.  Some notable occupations/work places were Teamsters, Mill Labors and Shipyard employees. Folsom was considered a Precinct, not a town. All the families living outside of 6^th and 7^th avenue were renters.  This would explain why I never knew any Black families from these other streets during my childhood.

The Wallingford Connection:  There were several families the moved from Wallingford, Nether Providence Township, Delaware County, Pennsylvania to 6^th Avenue in Folsom, Ridley Township, Delaware County, Pennsylvania.  These families are noted below.  I am not sure which families were first to relocate or why they decided to make Folsom their home.  Hopefully, one of their descents knows the when and/or why.

6^th Avenue (Folsom Precinct)

William VALENTINE born about 1856 in Virginia, married to Georgianna VALENTINE.  CHILDREN: George (abt. 1897 in PA) and Joseph (abt. 1901 in PA).  HOME: Owned.  NOTE: The VALENTINE, DIXON, GARRISON and CRAWLEY (below) families lived Nether Providence on Providence Road in 1910. 

Willis CRAWLEY born about 1864 in Virginia, married to Sarah DIXON CRAWLEY born about 1885 in PA, the daughter of *Sarah E. DIXON born about 1860 in MD.  CHILDREN: Madeline (about 1903), Leroy (abt. 1905), George A. (abt. 1906), Irene L. (abt. 1909), Ethel (abt. 1910), Helen E. (abt. 1913), Willis F. (abt. 1915), Wilbert A. (abt. 1917) and **Creola or Cresla L. (Born 10 Jun 1919 in PA, Death 3 Feb 1921).  HOME: Owned. NOTE:  according to the census record all the children were born in Virginia.  *SPECIAL NOTE:  In 1910 Sarah E. DIXON was married to Benjamin DIXON (abt. 1861 in MD and had been married at least 4 times) and they were neighbors to the CRAWLEY and VALENTINE families living in Nether Providence on Providence Road.  **SPECIAL NOTE: Creola Luraine Crawley death certificate states she died in Loxley (Locksley), Delaware County, PA.  “LOCKSLEY” was a tract of land owned by H. J. Delany in 1893.  It location is where our community is located.

7^th Avenue (Folsom Precinct)

Esther JONES (Widow) born about 1850 in Maryland.  CHILDREN: William H. (abt. 1871 in MD) and Mary J. (abt. 1873 in MD).  NEPHEW: James A. WILSON (abt. 1903 in NJ). HOME: Owned.

Frank T STEVENSON born Aug 1861 in Maryland, married (1887) to Helen STEVENSON (Feb 1871 in VA). HOME: Rent. NOTE:  according to the 1900 census both husband and wife lived in the city of Philadelphia, PA and were considered “White”.  In both census records, there are no children.

Dalton S. CARROLL (or CASSELL) born 1892 in Pennsylvania, married to Grace A. PIERCE CARROLL (abt.1897 in PA), the daughter of Margaret PIERCE from NJ. CHILDREN: Leon (abt. 1916 in DE) and Clarence E. (abt. 1919 in PA). HOME: Rent. NOTE: By 1930 the family moved to Sussex, Delaware.

Samuel GARRISON born about 1885 in Pennsylvania, married to Hester WILSON GARRISON born about 1890 in DE, daughter of Henry and Melvina WILSON form West Dover, Kent, Delaware. CHILDREN:  John (abt. 1913 in PA). HOME: Owned. NOTE: The VALENTINE, DIXON, GARRISON and CRAWLEY (below) families lived Nether Providence on Providence Road in 1910. 

Barton CARNEY born about 1890 in Maryland, married to Louise CARNEY born about 1892 in MD.  CHILDREN: Beulah (abt. 1904). HOME: Rent.

James HARRIS born about 1867 in Delaware, married to Mary E. HARRIS (abt. 1877 in MD).  CHILDREN: Elmira (abt.1894 in MD). BOARDER: Murray DICKINSON (abt. 1868 in MD). HOME: Owned.

8^th Avenue (Folsom Precinct)

Charles DORSEY (or DARSEY) born about 1881 in Pennsylvania, married to Jesse DORSEY (abt. 1880 in MD).  CHILDREN: Ethel (abt. 1906 in PA), Theresa (abt. 1908 in PA), Wilson (abt. 1910 in PA) and Charles (abt. 1912 in PA). BOARDER: Russell WILLIS (abt. 1883 in PA). HOME: Rent. NOTE: By 1930 the family moved to Philadelphia, PA.

Oliver DURHAM born about 1886 in Dover, Kent, Delaware, married to Sarah DRIGGAS DURHAM (abt. 1883 in DE), daughter of Robert M & Caroline DRIGGAS from DE. HOME: Rent. NOTE: By 1930 the family moved to Chester, PA.  Several census records state their race as “White”. 

Isaac James GREEN, Sr. born about 1888 in Pennsylvania, married to Mildred Cordelia GREEN (abt.1891 in DE). CHILDREN: Anna (abt. 1910 in PA), Isaac James, Jr. (abt. 1911 in PA), Lillian (abt. 1915 in PA) and Robert (abt. 1920 in PA).  HOME: Rent.  NOTE: By 1930 the family moved to Upper Deerfield, Cumberland, New Jersey.

Morton Avenue (Folsom Precinct)

Louis PINKETT (wd) born about 1877 in Virginia son of David and Anna PINKETT from VA.  CHILDREN: Ruth A. (abt. 1919 in PA).  HOME: Rent.

1930 Census – Ridley – District 0119

CENSUS NOTES. The Black families living on 8^th and Morton Avenues in the 1920 census moved out of the area.  There were other families in the “LOCKSLEY” subdivision that moved out of the area.

Linda Vista & 6^th Avenue (Folsom Precinct)

NOTE: James J. DELANEY lived on Linda Vista Ave.  He may be a relative of Harry J. Delany, once owner of “LOCKSLEY”.  James J. Delaney (abt. 1878 in PA) owned a large property valued at $6,000.00 and was a repairman for the electric company.  He was married to Sarah GREEN DELANEY (abt. 1885 in NJ) and his mother-in-law Margaret GREEN (abt. 1854 in Scotland) was living in the household.

Ira TWIGGS born about 1894 in Alabama, Chauffer for a Private Family, Veteran of WWI, married to Clara TWIGGS born about 1901 in VA.  CHILDREN: Caroline (about 1921 in PA), Mabel (abt. 1923 in PA) and Rovealous (son – abt. 1924 in PA).  HOME: Owned – Property Value: $2,000.00.

Mary R. HALL (widow) born about 1864 in Virginia. CHILDREN: Margaret HALL ROBINSON (about 1899 in PA), Rufus (abt. 1909 in PA) and Lewis ROBINSON (son-in-law – abt. 1891 in NJ.).  HOME: Owned – Property Value: $2,000.00.

6^th Avenue (Folsom Precinct)

William FRAME born about 1876 in Delaware, married to Emma FRAME (abt. 1877 in VA).  CHILDREN: Harry (abt. 1906 in PA), Daniel (abt. 1911 in PA), Emma (abt. 1913 in PA) and Charles (abt. 1921 in PA).  HOME: Owned – Property Value: $2,500.00.

Willis CRAWLEY born about 1864 in Virginia, married to Sarah DIXON CRAWLEY born about 1885 in PA.  CHILDREN: Irene L. CRAWLEY FRAME (abt. 1909 in PA), John FRAME (son-in-law – abt. 1903 in PA), Helen E. (abt. 1913 in PA), Willis F. (abt. 1915 in PA ), Wilbert A. (abt. 1917in PA), Earl (abt. 1921) and grandsons, John FRAME Jr. (abt. 1928 in PA) and Floyd FRAME (abt. 1930 in PA) HOME: Owned – Property Value: $2,000.00.

7^th Avenue (Folsom Precinct)

Walker or Walter PATRICK born about 1882 in Virginia and a chef for a Private Family, married to Mary PATRICK (abt. 1893) listed as an Indian from the Canadian French Indian Territory.  CHILDREN: Gloria (abt. 1922 in PA), Stanley (abt. 1923 in PA), Walter (abt. 1925 in PA), Doris (abt. 1926 in PA), E. Leonard (abt. 1928 in PA) and Milton (abt. 1930 in PA).  HOME: Owned – Property Value: $2,000.00.

Hester or Esther WILSON GARRISON (widow of Samuel – see 1920 census) born about 1890 in Delaware. CHILDREN:  John (adopted - abt. 1913 in PA). HOME: Owned – Property Value: $1,500.00.

Edward HEDGMAN born about 1894 in Pennsylvania and an auto mechanic for a repair shop, married to Mary HEDGMAN born about 1891 in DE.  CHILDREN: Jefferson (abt. 1913 in PA), Henry (1916 in PA), Hilda (abt. 1917 in PA and a nephew, Alfred FRAME (abt. 1909 in PA). HOME: Owned – Property Value: $3,000.00.

James HARRIS born about 1867 in Delaware and a truck famer, married to Mary E. HARRIS (abt. 1877 in MD).  BOARDER: a cousin by the name of Harris DICKINSON (abt. 1867 in MD). HOME: Owned – Property Value: $3,000.00.

Alonzo LOTT born about 1881 in Georgia and a building operator, married to Mary LOTT born about 1887 in GA.  CHILDREN: Carlton (abt. 1907 in GA), General (abt. 1909 in GA), daughter Jessie (abt. 1921 in GA) and daughter Idola (abt. 1920 in GA).  HOME: Owned – Property Value: $1,500.00.

Swarthmore Avenue (Folsom Precinct)

Samuel STOWVIC born about 1880 in Virginia, watchman at the coal yard, married to Irma H. STOWVIC (abt. 1900 in VA).  CHILDREN: Mary C. (abt. 1923 in VA), Willie P. (abt. 1924 in VA), Olivia (abt. 1928 in PA) and Lella M. (abt. 1930 in PA). HOME: Rent.

1940 Census – Ridley – District 23-150

CENSUS OBSERVATION: Some property values declined most like because this census was taken during the “Great Depression”. Several head of households do not have occupations listed.

6^th Avenue (Folsom Precinct)

Henry (instead of William as listed in 1930 census) FRAME born about 1876 in Delaware, married to Emma FRAME (abt. 1877 in VA).  CHILDREN: Harry (abt. 1906 in PA), Daniel (abt. 1911 in PA), Emma (abt. 1913 in PA), grandson Thomas FRAME (abt. 1932 in PA) and granddaughter Mary Elizabeth (abt. 1935 in PA).  HOME: Owned – Property Value: $2,000.00.

Irene L. CRAWLEY FRAME (widow of John FRAME – see 1930 census) born about 1910 in Pennsylvania.  CHILDREN: John (abt. 1928 in PA), Floyd (abt. 1930 in PA), Jean (abt. 1934 in PA) and Helen (abt. 1935 in PA).  OTHERS:  Irene’s brothers Wilbert A. CRAWLEY (abt. 1917 in PA) and Earle CRWALEY (abt. 1921 in PA).  HOME: Rent.

7^th Avenue (Folsom Precinct)

William H. JONES born about 1871 in Maryland and his sister Mary Jane JONES born about 1873 in MD. HOME: Owned – Property Value $300.00.  NOTE: The mother, Esther Jones was head of this household in 1920 along with William and Mary Jane.  This family was not listed in the 1930’s in this area.

Walter PATRICK born about 1882 in Virginia and now a bricklayer for the Work Projects Administration (New Deal initiative in response to the “Great Depression”), married to Mary PATRICK (abt. 1893) now listed as “White” (in the 1930 census she was listed as an Indian from the Canadian French Indian Territory).  CHILDREN: Stanley (abt. 1923 in PA), Walter (abt. 1925 in PA), Doris (abt. 1926 in PA), Leonard (abt. 1928 in PA), Milton (now listed as Richard - abt. 1930 in PA) and Howard (abt. 1935 in PA).  HOME: Owned – Property Value: $500.00.

George BELL born about 1900 in Virginia, works for Taylor Hospital as an Engineer, married to Anne BELL (abt. 1903 in SC) also works at Taylor Hospital.  HOME: Owned – Property Value: $800.00.

William ALLEN born about 1866 in PA married to Hester WILSON GARRISON ALLEN (widow of Samuel – see 1920 census) born about 1890 in Delaware. CHILDREN:  John GARRISON (adopted - abt. 1913 in PA). HOME: Owned – Property Value: $650.00.

Edward HEDGMAN born about 1894 in Pennsylvania and a stripper in the steel factory, married to Mary A. HEDGMAN born about 1891 in DE working for a private family.  CHILDREN: Jefferson (abt. 1913 in PA and working in a Steel factory), Henry (1916 in PA and working in the Ship Yard), Hilda (abt. 1917 in PA and working for a private family) and a nephew, Alfred FRAME (abt. 1909 in PA and working at Sun Ship). HOME: Owned – Property Value: $800.00.

Mary RICE (widow) born about 1889 in Virginia working for a private family.  CHILDREN: Virginia (abt. 1914 in PA and working for a private family), Charles (abt. 1919 in PA and working as a truck driver for H. B. Greene Coal Company) and William (abt. 1921 in PA and working on a garbage truck in Lansdowne). HOME: Rent. NOTE: In 1935 this family lived in Newtown Square, PA and the Mary RICE living in Nether Providence on Providence Road in 1910 along with her Husband George RICE.  If this is in fact the same person she was the neighbor of the VALENTINE, DIXON, GARRISON and CRAWLEY (see 1920 census above) families who lived Nether Providence on Providence Road in 1910. 

James HARRIS born about 1867 in Delaware and a laborer, married to Mary E. HARRIS (abt. 1877 in MD).  BOARDER: a cousin by the name of Harris DICKINSON (abt. 1867 in MD). HOME: Owned – Property Value: $3,000.00 and the census list their street as Linda Vista.

Alonzo LOTT (LOUET in the 1940 census) born about 1881 in Georgia and working for the Work Projects Administration, married to Mary LOTT born about 1887 in GA (Mary was living in Decatur, GA in 1935).  CHILDREN: Idola (abt. 1920 in GA).  HOME: Owned – Property Value: $800.00 and the census list their street as Linda Vista..

10^th Avenue (Folsom Precinct)

Mary HALL (widow) born about 1866 in Virginia.  CHILDREN: James (abt. 1909 in PA and his occupation in 1940 was Superintendent Darby Township), daughter Mary HALL LEE (abt. 1904 in PA), adopted daughters, Shari LEE (abt. 1921 in PA) and Beverly LEE (abt. 1939 in PA).  HOME: Owned – Property Value: $700.00.