Margaret Ross, of Scotland

Margaret Ross was born about 1599 in Scotland. She died before 1690 in Virginia. Parents: Not known. Married:

1. in 1615 in England to Richard Melton, of Jamestown (1595- bef 1690)

2 children include:

1. William I Melton was born in 1617 in England and died in 1670 in Charles City, New Charles County, VA. He married in 1640 in England to Mary, whose parents are not known.
2. Mary Melton born in 1630 in Brandninche, Devonshire, England.

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Richard I MILTON Birth: ABT. 1595 in England Death: BEF. 1690 in Charles Citte, Charles City Co., VA
Father: Thomas MILTON b: ABT. 1570 in England Marriage 1 Margaret ROSS b: ABT. 1600 in Scotland Married: ABT. 1615 in England Children: William MELTON I b: 1620 in England ; Mary MILTON b: ABT. 1620 in Bradninche, Devonshire, England Notes: From 1614 -- September 1621 apprentice to John Milton (Scrivener) London, England. Could this be the Richard Milton who came to Virginia in 1620? His apprenticeship ended in September 1620/1, and the ship "Supply" sailed September 18th 1620. Arrived in Virginia, at a point on the James River known now as Westover/Jamestown, on January 20th/29th 1620/1. This is information of Richard Milton/Melton comming to Ameriva. (from Virginia Archives) 291 l620. "A Note of the Shipping, Men and Provisions, sent and provided for Virginia, by the Right Honourable, the Earle of Southampton, and the Company, this yeare, 1620." The ships despatched between August 1620 and February 1620/1 were the Bona Nova, the Elizabeth, the May-Flower, the Supply, the Margaret and John, and the Abigail, carrying 600 persons in all. Two ships with 100 kine aboard were to sail from Ireland. Several ships were to transport the Governor, Treasurer and Marshal of Virginia, with their companies, together with other private plantations numbering 400 persons. There had been sent, or were on their way, 500 persons "for publike uses" and "for the encrease of the number of the Companies Tenants, and for maintenance of Officers", Among the "Men skilfull for setting up Staple Commodities" were three "for Masters of the Iron works", three "for perfecting the Salt-works", four Dutchmen from Hamburg "to erect SawingMills", and eight French vignerons from Languedoc who were also skilful in breeding silkworms. Patents had been granted to the Earl of Pembroke, Sir Richard Worsley, Sir Richard Bulkeley, Sir William Mounson, Captain William Nuce and Captain Ralph Hamor, who had "undertaken to transport great multitudes of People and Cattell". Printed,, 4pp., with endorsement only on p.4, which is slightly soiled. (Eighth Report, 37b.) Here is a passenger list the ship "The Supply". The Supply was the companion ship to the Mayflower. It left 3 weeks late from England and, unlike the Mayflower, it found it's way to Virginia. This is the list of arrivals. from ? pg. 426 RECORDS OF THE VIRGINIA COMPANY CLIV. SIR George Yeardley. Certificate to the Council and Company of Virginia of the arrival of Planters at Barklay January 29, 1620/21 Smyth of Nibley Papers, Smith 34 Document in New York Public Library. Autograph signed of "George Yeardley" and "Jo: Pory, Secr.," Seal and Stamp (Double Rose). List of Records No. 228 [SEAL] These are to certifie the right Honble Right worshipfull, and others of the Counsell and Comany for this first Southern Colony of Virginia, that there arrived at Barklay in the same country, for the account of that Society, and the Plantation for the said hundred, upon the 29th of January 1620, these fifty persons underwritten. Vist. William Tracy Esqr. Mary Tracy his wife Thomas Tracy their sonne. Joice Tracy tbeir daughter. Francis Grevell. Elizabeth Webbe. Alice Heskins Isabell Gifford. Giles Carter. George Hall John Baily. Thomas Baugh. Gabriel Holland Richard Holland. Giles Wilkins Giles Broadway Richard Dutton. Richard Milton. Joane Coopy. Antony Coopy. Elizabeth Coopy. Philip Vrange John Page Roger Linzey. Arnold Oldsworth Esqr. Robert Pawlett Diuine. Thomas Kemys gent Robert Long gent John Holmden gent Richard Ferriby gent Thomas Sheepy gent George Keene gent Nicolas Camme gent William Finche gent Margaret his wife (note* this is incorrect, as this Maragret was married to John Fludd, however it is found in the Muster of Jordon’s Journey of 1624 that Francis was married to William Finche) Francis their daughter (perhaps engaged to William Finche) John Gibbes Robert Baker John Howlett the elder John Howlett his sonne Willia Howlett also his sonne Walter Prosser James Jelfe Richard Rolles Jane his wife Benedict Rolles their son. Richard must have been considered a responsible man because he was put in charge of Councillor Prontus's cattle while in shipment on the "Supply". It is possible that Richard the apprentice was sent to Virginia by his boss, John Milton the Scrivener. There is a statement by one authority that Richard the Scrivener was the nephew of John Milton the Scrivener. From "A list of servants remaining in Virginia" August 1st, 1622; Richard Milton. from RECORDS OF THE VIRGINIA COMPANY, 1607-1622, published by the Library of Congress. p. 396-7 (Smyth of Nibley Papers, 3(31) pages 131-139 Document in New York Public Library List of Records No. 205) A LIST OF MEN NOWE SENT FOR PLANTACON IN VIRGINIA SEPTEMBER 1620 Richard Milton years acr (same source) CXLII. THOMAS PARKER, MAYOR OF BRISTOL, CERTIFICATE FOR SAILING OF THE SHIP "SUPPLY" September 18, 1620 (Smyth of Nibley Papers, NY Public Library) Theis are to certify that in the good ship called the Supply was present XVIIIth day of September. 1620. were shipped from our port of Bristoll for plantacon in Virginia at the charges of Richard Berkeley, George Thorpe Willm Tracy and John Smyth Esqs under the conduct of the said Willm Tracy appoynted Captayne and governor over them theis fifty six psons whose names ensue, who forthwith proceeded in their voyage accordingly. Richard Milton another entry in the: RECORDS OF THE VIRGINIA COMPANY 1607-1622 indicates that the Ship Supply arrived at Jamestown on 20 Jan 1620/21. (then another entry which states:) (John Smyth) A LIST OF SERVANTS REMAINING IN VIRGINIA August 1, 1622; Richard Milton (I have read but can't find that Clement Milton was brought to America with the Smyth Co. also and stayed, yet I have not found him in any other records so possibly he returned with the Smyth Co. to England in 1622.) (from Muster of the inhabitants of Virginia settlements, January 21-23 1624/5) Settlers living at "Jordans Jorney, Charles Cittie", in Virginia January 21, 1624/5 (note* Milton,Richard was not listed in the Muster at "Jordans Jorney" in 1623/24) Milton, Richard notes; Arrrived on the Supply in 1620 Davies, John notes; (partner of William Emerson), Arrived on the George in 1617 Farrar, William notes; age 31, Arrived on the Neptune in August, 1618 (note* had land in Henrico Co.) Fludd, John notes; Arrived on the Swan in 1610 (wife) Fludd, Margaret notes; Arrived on the Supply in 1620 (daug) Finch,Frances notes; Arrived on the Supply in 1620 (son) Fludd, William notes; 3 weeks, born in "Jordans Jorney" (Note* this list I am sure is not complete but it has about 60 people on it and lists wifes and children.) From 1624 to 1632 I have found no mention of Richard Milton in Virginia, whether he returned to England during these eight years is not known. Some researchers feel that he returned to England to get married, and continued his service with John Milton (his uncle) until 1632, although I believe he was already married to Margaret Ross and had two children by this time, William and Mary, perhaps he returned to England to retrieve his family and end his apprinticeship. In 1632 Richard is found as a witness to a Land Deed, from the Charles City Order book 1641 -- 1642: (from Order Book 1641-1642) Received 14 Dec. 1632 of Mr. John Fludd, Westover, one manservant for two years in full satisfaction for 15 acres land, being land said Fludd now liveth upon, adjoining land of John Clay and John Davis. Witness: Richard Melton, Thomas Blancks (signed) John Russell Recorded 21 April 1642.)) (note* spelled Melton for the first time) (note* John Fludd's wife and child arrived with Richard on the ship "Supply" in 1620, and was listed with Richard in the above Muster). In David Masson's book (p. 338 Ref. 4 note) states "This Richard Milton, who is found in business as a scrivener as late as 1633, is ascertained to be the son of Thomas Milton. He was very probably one of the scrivener's kin, and it is, at all event, interesting to know that there was a Richard Milton practicing as a scrivener in London from 1621 to 1633, practicing by the side of John Milton---". (there is a possibility if Richard had been sent by his uncle to the Americas, that he was retained as working for his uncle until 1633.) There's no record of his marriage, but the records disclose that a Richard Melton, in London, was married in 1629 to a Mrs. Emaline Garland, another record showing a Richard Milton and his wife, Mrs. Elizabeth Milton. This contradicts records that indicate Richard Milton was married to Margaret Ross. Records also indicate a Richard Milton who wrote a Will for Francis Spencer on 7 April 1636 and proved it on 24 October 1636 in England. Since Richard Milton of 1620 received a Land Grant on 29 November 1635 in Charles City County, Virginia in is unlikely that these are the same Richard's. John Milton (Scrivener) disappears after 1632, and since a Richard Milton appears in Virginia after that date it has been advanced that the Richard Milton who attested to the Spencer will was a brother of John. SOURCE: "Immigrants to America 1718-1759" by Jack & Marion Kaminkow, Published 1964. Richard MILTON came on ship "Supply" 1620 to Va. Settled Westover. 29 Nov. 1635 purchased 75 acs. from Thos. Staff. 26 May 1637 purchased 75 acs. more from Stagg. (pgs.52 & 59). 3 Oct 1638 he received 400 acrs. from a transfer by 8 others (pgs. 98). 23 Aug 1643 Thos. Wheeler received by assignment from Richard MILTON & Robt. Tisdale 900 acs. (pg. 145.) SURVEY REPORT No. 10927 VIRGINIA COLONIAL RECORDS PROJECT DEPOSITORY: Public Record Office CLASS: C 66/2699 Title: Chancery Patent Rolls. 11 Charles I Part 16 Exposures: 59 Reel No. Dates :1635 References Examined : 22 March 1977 To be copied : nos. 13-71 Licenses to retail tobacco. Give date, name of licensee, amount paid and area covered. The amount varied. These are for L6-13-4d unless specified. The following are for June 15 Page 2 The following are for July 10, 1635 ip No 31 Richard Milton - L6 - Linton and Whittlesford, Cambridgeshire "George H S King, to Richard Milton of Westover in Charles Cittie County on the James River". This land was sold to John Clay, an ancestor of Henry Clay, who had come to Virginia in 1616 on the ship "TREASURER" (RE: "Adventures of Purses and Persons" - VA. 1607-1625, p.17). and on p.17; Richard Milton,: Provisions; corn, 4 bushels, arms and ammunition, powder, 2lbs., 50lb.; peece fixt, 1; armor, 1; swine and poultrie; swine,3; poultrie, 20; houses, 2. Milton, Richard 29 Nov. 1635 Charles City County 75a. South upon the main river joining East upon John Clay, West upon the land of William Thompson. Patents1, 1623-43, vol. 1, p. 404 To all to whom these fonts shall come J.St. John Harboy K+ Esquire Governor said whereas Now Know Ye that I the said St. John Harboy K+ and the 10th consort of the Commonwealth of State accordingly Give and present unto Richard Milton, seventy five acres of Land lying and being at Norfolk in the County of Charles City. South branch of main river joining East upon John Clay, West upon the land of William Thompson, North upon Houing Creek which land is one half of a plantation formerly belonging to John Davis and John Clay in & on all portions with all buildings and housing's there upon and sold by the said John Davis unto Thomas Stagg Merchant. The said Seventy Five Acres of Land and his One share of buildings there unto belonging, being In & unto him the said Richard Milton by Deed of sale from the said Thomas Stagg Merchant Entered upon record To have and to hold. Dated on the 29th November 1635. (This appears to be and additional 75 acres of land.) Milton, Richard 26 May 1637 Charles City County 75a. South upon the main river joining East upon John Clay, West upon the land of William Thompson. Patents 1, 1623-43, vol. 1, p. 432 To all to whom these fonts shall come J.St. John Harboy K+ Governor Esquire said whereas Now Know Ye that I the said St. John Harboy K+ and the 10th consort of the Commonwealth of State accordingly Give and grant unto Richard Milton, seventy five acres of Land lying and being at Norfolk in the County of Charles City. South upon the main river Joining East upon John Clay, West upon the land of William Thompson, North upon the houring Creek which Land is one half of a plantation formerly belonging to John Davis and John Clay in and all portions with all the buildings and housing's there upon and sold by the said John Davis unto Thomas Stagg Merchant. The said Seventy and five acres of Land being In & unto him the said Richard Milton by Deed of sale from the said Thomas Stagg Merchant and Entered upon Record To have and to hold. Dated the 26th of May 1637. Milton, Richard 3 Oct. 1638 Charles City County 400a. Bogg. &c. upon great Weynoaks Town "This patt. renewed Aug. 23, 1643 & c., & a patt. of 200 acs. more of Richard Tisdell of the 10th of Feb. 1635 added unto it & 400 acs. more added unto both these patents all of which are in the name of Thomas Wheeler. Patents 1, 1623-43, vol. 2, p. 602 To all to whom these fonts shall come of J.St. John Harboy K+ Governor Esquire said whereas Now Know Ye that I the said St. John Harboy K+ dod 10th the consort of the Commonwealth of State accordingly Give and grant unto Richard Milton, four hundred acres of Land formerly lying and being in the County of Charles Cittie bounded west and by North into the woods east and by North upon the Creek North and by west upon Serjeant Richards Tisdell and south and by east upon great Weynoaks Town this said four hundred acres of land being In to Unto him the said Richard Milton by and for the sumportion of eight persons into this Colony which names are in the Records mentioned under this patent. To have and to hold. Dated this third day of October 1638. Andrew Parker, Christopher Stanton, Henry Palmer, William Deakes, Henry (Meltan), John Hammond, Eade Adams, Hanna (Meltan). (My note: I have seen the name Henry Foster and Hanna Mawe used instead of what is here, however I have examined the clerks inscriptions and I read them as Henry Meltan and Hanna Meltan, unless they are entered on ship records showing ME different I am staying with my transcription) This patent renewed the 23rd of August 1643 by Gov William Barkaley and a patent of 200 acres more of Richard Tisdell of the 10th of February 1635 added unto it & 400 acres more added unto both these patents all which are in the name of Thomas Wheeler. (signed) Samuel Abbot.

Notes for Richard** Milton, (I): Richard Milton born 1590 -- 1595 From 1614 -- September 1621 apprentice to John Milton (Scrivener) London, England. Could this be the Richard Milton who came to Virginia in 1620? His apprenticeship ended in September 1620/1, and the ship " Supply" sailed September 18th 1620. Arrived in Virginia, at a point on the James River known now as Westover/Jamestown, on January 20th/29th 1620/1. This is information of Richard Milton/Melton comming to Ameriva. (from Virginia Archives) 291 l620. "A Note of the Shipping, Men and Provisions, sent and provided for Virginia, by the Right Honourable, the Earle of Southampton, and the Company, this yeare, 1620." The ships despatched between August 1620 and February 1620/1 were the Bona Nova, the Elizabeth, the May-Flower, the Supply, the Margaret and John, and the Abigail, carrying 600 persons in all. Two ships with 100 kine aboard were to sail from Ireland. Several ships were to transport the Governor, Treasurer and Marshal of Virginia, with their companies, together with other private plantations numbering 400 persons. There had been sent, or were on their way, 500 persons "for publike uses" and "for the encrease of the number of the Companies Tenants, and for maintenance of Officers", Among the "Men skilfull for setting up Staple Commodities" were three "for Masters of the Iron works", three "for perfecting the Salt-works", four Dutchmen from Hamburg "to erect SawingMills", and eight French vignerons from Languedoc who were also skilful in breeding silkworms. Patents had been granted to the Earl of Pembroke, Sir Richard Worsley, Sir Richard Bulkeley, Sir William Mounson, Captain William Nuce and Captain Ralph Hamor, who had "undertaken to transport great multitudes of People and Cattell". Printed,, 4pp., with endorsement only on p.4, which is slightly soiled. (Eighth Report, 37b.) Here is a passenger list the ship "The Supply". The Supply was the companion ship to the Mayflower. It left 3 weeks late from England and, unlike the Mayflower, it found it's way to Virginia. This is the list of arrivals. from ? pg. 426 RECORDS OF THE VIRGINIA COMPANY CLIV. SIR George Yeardley. Certificate to the Council and Company of Virginia of the arrival of Planters at Barklay January 29, 1620/21 Smyth of Nibley Papers, Smith 34 Document in New York Public Library. Autograph signed of "George Yeardley" and "Jo: Pory, Secr.," Seal and Stamp (Double Rose). List of Records No. 228 [SEAL] These are to certifie the right Honble Right worshipfull, and others of the Counsell and Comany for this first Southern Colony of Virginia, that there arrived at Barklay in the same country, for the account of that Society, and the Plantation fothe said hundred, upon the 29th of January 1620, these fifty persons underwritten. Vist. William Tracy Esqr. Mary Tracy his wife Thomas Tracy their sonne. Joice Tracy tbeir daughter. Francis Grevell. Elizabeth Webbe. Alice Heskins Isabell Gifford. Giles Carter. George Hall John Baily. Thomas Baugh. Gabriel Holland Richard Holland. Giles Wilkins Giles Broadway Richard Dutton. Richard Milton. Joane Coopy. Antony Coopy. Elizabeth Coopy. Philip Vrange John Page Roger Linzey. Arnold Oldsworth Esqr. Robert Pawlett Diuine. Thomas Kemys gent Robert Long gent John Holmden gent Richard Ferriby gent Thomas Sheepy gent George Keene gent Nicolas Camme gent William Finche gent Margaret his wife (note* this is incorrect, as this Maragret was married to John Fludd, however it is found in the Muster of Jordon’s Journey of 1624 that Francis was married to William Finche) Francis their daughter (perhaps engaged to William Finche) John Gibbes Robert Baker John Howlett the elder John Howlett his sonne Willia Howlett also his sonne Walter Prosser James Jelfe Richard Rolles Jane his wife Benedict Rolles their sonne

• *** Richard must have been considered a responsible man because he was put in charge of Councillor Prontus's cattle while in shipment on the "Supply". It is possible that Richard the apprentice was sent to Virginia by his boss, John Milton the Scrivener. There is a statement by one authority that Richard the Scrivener was the nephew of John Milton the Scrivener. From "A list of servants remaining in Virginia" August 1st, 1622; Richard Milton. from RECORDS OF THE VIRGINIA COMPANY, 1607-1622, published by the Library of Congress. p. 396-7 (Smyth of Nibley Papers, 3(31) pages 131-139 Document in New York Public Library List of Records No. 205) A LIST OF MEN NOWE SENT FOR PLANTACON IN VIRGINIA SEPTEMBER 1620 Richard Milton years acr
  • ** (same source) CXLII. THOMAS PARKER, MAYOR OF BRISTOL, CERTIFICATE FOR SAILING OF THE SHIP "SUPPLY" September 18, 1620 (Smyth of Nibley Papers, NY Public Library) Theis are to certify that in the good ship called the Supply was present XVIIIth day of September . 1620 . were shipped from our port of Bristoll for plantacon in Virginia at the charges of Richard Berkeley, George Thorpe Willm Tracy and John Smyth Esqs under the conduct of the said Willm Tracy appoynted Captayne and governor over them theis fifty six psons whose names ensue, who forthwith proceeded in their voyage accordingly. Richard Milton
    • * another entry in the: RECORDS OF THE VIRGINIA COMPANY 1607-1622 indicates that the Ship Supply arrived at Jamestown on 20 Jan 1620/21. (then another entry which states:) (John Smyth) A LIST OF SERVANTS REMAINING IN VIRGINIA August 1, 1622 ; Richard Milton (I have read but cant find that Clement Milton was brought to America with the Smyth Co. also and stayed, yet I have not found him in any other records so possibly he returned with the Smyth Co. to England in 1622.)
      • (from Muster of the inhabitants of Virginia settlements, January 21-23 1624/5) Settlers living at "Jordans Jorney, Charles Cittie", in Virginia January 21, 1624/5 (note* Milton,Richard was not listed in the Muster at "Jordans Jorney" in 1623/24) Milton, Richard notes; Arrrived on the Supply in 1620 Davies, John notes; (partner of William Emerson), Arrived on the George in 1617 Farrar, William notes; age 31, Arrived on the Neptune in August, 1618 (note* had land in Henrico Co.) Fludd, John notes; Arrived on the Swan in 1610 (wife) Fludd, Margaret notes; Arrived on the Supply in 1620 (daug) Finch,Frances notes; Arrived on the Supply in 1620 (son) Fludd, William notes; 3 weeks, born in "Jordans Jorney" (Note* this list I am sure is not complete but it has about 60 people on it and lists wifes and children.)
      • From 1624 to 1632 I have found no mention of Richard Milton in Virginia, whether he returned to England during these eight years is not known. Some researchers feel that he returned to England to get married, and continued his service with John Milton (his uncle) until 1632, although I believe he was already married to Margaret Ross and had two children by this time, William and Mary, perhaps he returned to England to retrieve his family and end his apprinticeship. In 1632 Richard is found as a witness to a Land Deed, from the Charles City Order book 1641 -- 1642: (from Order Book 1641-1642) Received 14 Dec. 1632 of Mr. John Fludd, Westover, one manservant for two years in full satisfaction for 15 acres land, being land said Fludd now liveth upon, adjoining land of John Clay and John Davis. Witness: Richard Melton, Thomas Blancks (signed) John Russell Recorded 21 April 1642.)) (note* spelled Melton for the first time) (note* John Fludd's wife and child arrived with Richard on the ship "Supply" in 1620, and was listed with Richard in the above Muster). In David Masson's book (p. 338 Ref. 4 note) states "This Richard Milton, who is found in business as a scrivener as late as 1633, is ascertained to be the son of Thomas Milton. He was very probably one of the scrivener's kin, and it is, at all event, interesting to know that there was a Richard Milton practicing as a scrivener in London from 1621 to 1633, practicing by the side of John Milton---". (there is a possibility if Richard had been sent by his uncle to the Americas, that he was retained as working for his uncle until 1633.) There's no record of his marriage, but the records disclose that a Richard Melton, in London, was married in 1629 to a Mrs. Emaline Garland, another record showing a Richard Milton and his wife, Mrs. Elizabeth Milton. This contradicts records that indicate Richard Milton was married to Margaret Ross. Records also indicate a Richard Milton who wrote a Will for Francis Spencer on 7 April 1636 and proved it on 24 October 1636in England. Since Richard Milton of 1620 received a Land Grant on 29 November 1635 in Charles City County, Virginia in is unlikely that these are the same Richard's. John Milton (Scrivener) disappears after 1632, and since a Richard Milton appears in Virginia after that date it has been advanced that the Richard Milton who attested to the Spencer will was a brother of John.
      • SURVEY REPORT No. 10927 VIRGINIA COLONIAL RECORDS PROJECT DEPOSITORY : Public Record Office CLASS: C 66/2699 Title : Chancery Patent Rolls. 11 Charles I Part 16 Exposures: 59 Reel No. Dates :1635 References Examined : 22 March 1977 To be copied : nos. 13-71 Licenses to retail tobacco. Give date, name of licensee, amount paid and area covered. The amount varied. These are for L6-13-4d unless specified. The following are for June 15 Page 2 The following are for July 10, 1635 ip No 31 Richard Milton - L6 - Linton and Whittlesford, Cambridgeshire
      • "George H S King, to Richard Milton of Westover in Charles Cittie County on the James River". This land was sold to John Clay, an ancestor of Henry Clay, who had come to Virginia in 1616 on the ship "TREASURER" (RE: "Adventures of Purses and Persons" - VA. 1607-1625, p.17). and on p.17; Richard Milton,: Provisions; corn, 4 bushels, arms and ammunition, powder, 2lbs., 50lb.; peece fixt, 1; armor, 1; swine and poultrie; swine,3; poultrie, 20; houses, 2. Milton, Richard 29 Nov. 1635 Charles City County 75a. South upon the main river joining East upon John Clay, West upon the land of William Thompson. Patents1, 1623-43, vol. 1, p. 404 To all to whom these fonts shall come J.St. John Harboy K+ Esquire Governor said whereas Now Know Ye that I the said St. John Harboy K+ and the 10th consort of the Commonwealth of State accordingly Give and present unto Richard Milton, seventy five acres of Land lying and being at Norfolk in the County of Charles City. South branch of main river joining East upon John Clay, West upon the land of William Thompson, North upon Houing Creek which land is one half of a plantation formerly belonging to John Davis and John Clay in & on all portions with all buildings and housing's there upon and sold by the said John Davis unto Thomas Stagg Merchant. The said Seventy Five Acres of Land and his One share of buildings there unto belonging, being In & unto him the said Richard Milton by Deed of sale from the said Thomas Stagg Merchant Entered upon record To have and to hold. Dated on the 29th November 1635.
      • (This appears to be and additional 75 acres of land.) Milton, Richard 26 May 1637 Charles City County 75a. South upon the main river joining East upon John Clay, West upon the land of William Thompson. Patents 1, 1623-43, vol. 1, p. 432 To all to whom these fonts shall come J.St. John Harboy K+ Governor Esquire said whereas Now Know Ye that I the said St. John Harboy K+ and the 10th consort of the Commonwealth of State accordingly Give and grant unto Richard Milton, seventy five acres of Land lying and being at Norfolk in the County of Charles City. South upon the main river Joining East upon John Clay, West upon the land of William Thompson, North upon the houring Creek which Land is one half of a plantation formerly belonging to John Davis and John Clay in and all portions with all the buildings and housing's there upon and sold by the said John Davis unto Thomas Stagg Merchant. The said Seventy and five acres of Land being In & unto him the said Richard Milton by Deed of sale from the said Thomas Stagg Merchant and Entered upon Record To have and to hold. Dated the 26th of May 1637.
      • Milton, Richard 3 Oct. 1638 Charles City County 400a. Bogg. &c. upon great Weynoaks Town "This patt. renewed Aug. 23, 1643 & c., & a patt. of 200 acs. more of Richard Tisdell of the 10th of Feb. 1635 added unto it & 400 acs. more added unto both these patents all of which are in the name of Thomas Wheeler. Patents 1, 1623-43, vol. 2, p. 602 To all to whom these fonts shall come of J.St. John Harboy K+ Governor Esquire said whereas Now Know Ye that I the said St. John Harboy K+ dod 10th the consort of the Commonwealth of State accordingly Give and grant unto Richard Milton, four hundred acres of Land formerly lying and being in the County of Charles Cittie bounded west and by North into the woods east and by North upon the Creek North and by west upon Serjeant Richards Tisdell and south and by east upon great Weynoaks Town this said four hundred acres of land being In to Unto him the said Richard Milton by and for the sumportion of eight persons into this Colony which names are in the Records mentioned under this patent. To have and to hold. Dated this third day of October 1638. Andrew Parker, Christopher Stanton, Henry Palmer, William Deakes, Henry (Meltan), John Hammond, Eade Adams, Hanna (Meltan). (My note: I have seen the name Henry Foster and Hanna Mawe used instead of what is here, however I have examined the clerks inscriptions and I read them as Henry Meltan and Hanna Meltan, unless they are entered on ship records showing ME different I am staying with my transcription) (If anyone has aa the ship record of this PLEASE let me know) This patent renewed the 23rd of August 1643 by Gov William Barkaley and a patent of 200 acres more of Richard Tisdell of the 10th of February 1635 added unto it & 400 acres more added unto both these patents all which are in the name of Thomas Wheeler. (signed) __________Samuel Abbot *********************************************************************************** Richard married Miss Ross (Margaret Ross???) of Scotland.

Margaret Ross was born about 1595 in Scotland. She died after 1638 in Charles City County, Virginia. 

Margaret (Ross) Melton was born in Scotland.Margaret Ross was born in 1599 in Ross Shire, Scotland. She married Richard Milton.

Children of Margaret Ross and Richard Milton I are:

William Melton I, b. 1620, Lancaster, Melton Mowbray, England352, 352, d. 1670, Charles City County Virginia.
Mary Melton, b. 1647, Bradninch, Exeter, Devonshire, England352, 352, d. date unknown.
Richard I MILTON Birth: ABT. 1595 in England Death: BEF. 1690 in Charles Citte, Charles City Co., VA

Father: Thomas MILTON b: ABT. 1570 in England
Marriage 1 Margaret ROSS b: ABT. 1600 in Scotland Married: ABT. 1615 in England

Children: William MELTON I b: 1620 in England ;
Mary MILTON b: ABT. 1620 in Bradninche, Devonshire, England

Notes: From 1614 -- September 1621 apprentice to John Milton (Scrivener) London, England.

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