EMERY, John Sr
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Name EMERY, John [1, 2] Suffix Sr Birth 29 Mar 1599 Romsey, Hampshire, England [2, 3]
Gender Male Immigration 1635 Newbury, Essex, Massachusetts, USA [3]
On the James of London with his brother Anthony Residence Between 1635 and 1664 Essex, Massachusetts, USA [1]
Freeman 2 Jun 1642 Newbury, Essex, Massachusetts, USA [3]
Court Case 29 Sep 1646 Newbury, Essex, Massachusetts, USA Miscarriage with the wife of Henry Travers; fined 3 pounds or to be whipped. Bound to good behavior and not to frequent the company of Henry Travers wife Misc 14 May 1653 Newbury, Essex, Massachusetts, USA One of 17 men who dissented in a town vote to levy taxes to fund a free school Court Case 5 May 1663 Newbury, Essex, Massachusetts, USA [3]
Accused of entertaining Quakers - When John was accused of entertaining Quakers his answer was "if they come to his house he should welcome them and he would not forbid them." Henry Jacques the constable said that he had brought sandal to the town, dishonored God, and hurt the neighbors.
Differentiator Immigrant; Great Migration Great Migration https://www.americanancestors.org/DB115/rd/7373/446/235162373 Occupation Carpenter and Innkeeper [3] Will 1 May 1680 [3] proved 27 Nov 1683 Death 3 Nov 1683 Newbury, Essex, Massachusetts, USA [2]
Patriarch & Matriarch EMERY, John, b. 1572, Romsey, Hampshire, Englandd. 25 Jun 1627, Romsey, Hampshire, England
(Age 55 years) (Father)
NORTHEND, Agnes, b. 1576, Romsey, Hampshire, Englandd. 1604, Romsey, Hampshire, England
(Age 28 years) (Mother)
Person ID I9660 My Genealogy Last Modified 15 Jul 2024
Father EMERY, John, b. 1572, Romsey, Hampshire, England d. 25 Jun 1627, Romsey, Hampshire, England
(Age 55 years)
Relationship natural Mother NORTHEND, Agnes, b. 1576, Romsey, Hampshire, England d. 1604, Romsey, Hampshire, England
(Age 28 years)
Relationship natural Marriage 27 Oct 1597 Romsey, Hampshire, England Family ID F7135 Group Sheet | Family Chart
Family 1 SHATSWELL, Mary Webster, b. 1605, Ipswich, Suffolk, England d. Abt May 1696, Newbury, Essex, Massachusetts, USA
(Age 91 years)
Marriage 29 Oct 1650 Newbury, Essex, Massachusetts, USA [2]
Children 1. EMERY, Ebenezer, b. 16 Sep 1648, Newbury, Essex, Massachusetts, USA d. 28 Apr 1691, Newbury, Essex, Massachusetts, USA
(Age 42 years) [Father: natural] [Mother: natural]
2. EMERY, Jonathan, b. 13 May 1652, Newbury, Essex, Massachusetts, USA d. 29 Sep 1723, Newbury, Essex, Massachusetts, USA
(Age 71 years) [Father: natural] [Mother: natural]
Photos Colonial Families of the USA, 1607-1775 Family ID F7133 Group Sheet | Family Chart Last Modified 15 Jul 2024
Family 2 GRANTHAM, Alice, b. 29 Sep 1598, West Dean, Wiltshire, England d. 26 Apr 1646, Newbury, Essex, Massachusetts, USA
(Age 47 years)
Marriage 26 Jun 1620 Whiteparish, Wiltshire, England [3]
Married 26 Jun 1620 Whiteparish, Wiltshire, England Married 1627 England Children 1. EMERY, Alice, b. 30 Nov 1622, Romsey, Hampshire, England d. 1680, Newbury, Essex, Massachusetts, USA
(Age 57 years) [Father: natural] [Mother: natural]
▻ CHATER, Lt. John m. 5 Oct 16442. EMERY, Sgt. John Jr, b. 12 Jun 1628, Romsey, Hampshire, England d. 3 Aug 1693, Newbury, Essex, Massachusetts, USA
(Age 65 years) [Father: natural] [Mother: natural]
3. EMERY, Anne, b. 18 Mar 1632, Romsey, Hampshire, England d. 31 Mar 1687, Newbury, Essex, Massachusetts, USA
(Age 55 years) [Father: natural] [Mother: natural]
4. EMERY, Eleanor, b. 7 Nov 1624, Romsey, Hampshire, England d. 23 Dec 1700, Newbury, Essex, Massachusetts, USA
(Age 76 years) [Father: natural] [Mother: natural]
Family ID F7134 Group Sheet | Family Chart Last Modified 15 Jul 2024
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Documents Anthony and James Emery Great Migration John Emery (1599-1683) Great Migration: John Emery (1599-1683)
https://www.americanancestors.org/DB115/rd/7373/446/235162373
John Emery along with his wife Alice Grantham and their children, accompanied by his brother Anthony Emery, set sail from Southampton on April 3, 1635, aboard the ship "James." They arrived in Boston on June 3, 1635, and soon after, John and his family settled in Newbury.A couple of interesting notes: John Emery faced legal issues in 1663 for entertaining Quakers, a controversial act at the time. He was fined £4 and court costs for his hospitality towards them. We are descended from John and Alice on the Laviolette (Shorey) line. In 1646, the same year that Alice died, John was fined for "miscarriage" with the wife of Henry Travers. Ironically, we are descended from Henry Travers and his wife Bridget on the Wright (Tucker) line
Histories Life Sketch of John Emery B. 1598
Albums Great Migration (119)
The "Great Migration," as defined by the New England Historic Genealogical Society (NEHGS), encompasses the English Puritan migration to New England from 1620 to 1640. This movement primarily involved English Puritans who relocated in family units, driven by a quest for religious freedom and the aspiration to establish a Puritan commonwealth. These migrants originated from various regions of England and settled in areas that now form Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Maine, including the Plymouth Colony and the Massachusetts Bay Colony.
An individual's inclusion in the Great Migration Study Project requires evidence of migration to New England within the specified period of 1620 to 1640. The project's objective is to compile biographical and genealogical profiles of all immigrants who arrived in New England during these two decades. The NEHGS has produced extensive volumes and directories, providing details about the lives of these immigrants. This collection presents research on many ancestors who were part of this significant historical migration.
You may be shocked by how many there are. Even I was at first. However, most of these Great Migration ancestors are my 9th and 10th great-grandparents, and in some cases 11th and 12th, and with the number of great-grandparents doubling with each generation, the possibilities quickly become immense. We have a total of 1024 sets of 9th great-grandparents and 2048 sets of 10th great-grandparents. This makes finding so many Great Migration ancestors more understandable.Innkeepers & Tavern Owning Ancestors (1)
In colonial America, taverns, public houses, and inns were more than mere establishments for lodging and refreshment; they were vital social and economic centers that played a significant role in the fabric of early American society. The ancestors who owned and operated these venues were key figures in their communities, providing essential services and facilitating important social interactions.
As the social hubs of their communities, these establishments offered a space for diverse groups - from local farmers to traveling merchants - to gather, exchange news, and engage in lively debates. They were the communal living rooms of the era, where relationships were formed and strengthened. In an age before widespread literacy and mass communication, taverns and inns served as crucial channels for the dissemination of news and information, including political and economic developments.
Economically, taverns and public houses were cornerstones of colonial commerce. They functioned not only as places of rest and sustenance for travelers but also as venues for business transactions and trade negotiations. Politically, they played an understated yet critical role. In the turbulent times leading up to the American Revolution, these establishments often became hotbeds of political discussion and activity, laying the groundwork for the democratic ideals that would shape the nation.Black Sheep (1)
In the intricate web of family history, we often stumble upon ancestors who stand out as the proverbial 'black sheep.' These individuals, whose actions diverged from the norms and expectations of their times, have left behind a trail of stories ranging from the mildly scandalous to the deeply troubling. Historical records, when carefully examined, reveal tales of ancestors who faced the Colonial courts for drunken misdemeanors, endured public shame for illicit affairs, or were implicated in more grievous acts like theft, violence, and even rape. These narratives, while sometimes amusing in their absurdity or shocking in their severity, form an essential part of our family's multifaceted history, offering a glimpse into the societal values and personal struggles of the past.Founding Families of Newbury (0)
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Notes - Interesting note:John Emerty, my 12th GGF on my paternal side was fined for "miscarriage" with the wife of Henry Travers, and it just so happens that Henry Travers and his wife Bridget were my GGP's on my maternal side.
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John Emery, born on September 29, 1598, in Romsey, Hampshire, England, embarked on a significant journey to the New World with his family. He, along with his wife Alice Grantham and their children, accompanied by his brother Anthony Emery, set sail from Southampton on April 3, 1635, aboard the ship "James." They arrived in Boston on June 3, 1635, and soon after, John settled in Newbury, Massachusetts.
In Newbury, John was granted a half-acre of land at the Lower Green for his house. He quickly became an integral part of the community, becoming a freeman in 1641. He was recognized as one of the ninety-one proprietors with rights in Newbury's common lands. His involvement in the community extended to participating in a committee in 1645, tasked with constructing a grist-mill in Newbury. Despite the town's offer of £20, ten acres of upland, six acres of meadow, and tax exemption, the mill's construction was delayed.
John Emery faced legal issues in 1663 for entertaining Quakers, a controversial act at the time. He was fined £4 and court costs for his hospitality towards them. He passed away on November 3, 1683, in Newbury.
John Emery Jr., born around 1628 in Romsey, Hampshire, England, accompanied his father to Newbury in 1635. In 1644, he was granted eighty acres of upland near Merrimack River. Part of this land was a gift from his father, and the rest was purchased from Archelaus Woodman. This property has remained with the Emery descendants to this day.
- Interesting note:John Emerty, my 12th GGF on my paternal side was fined for "miscarriage" with the wife of Henry Travers, and it just so happens that Henry Travers and his wife Bridget were my GGP's on my maternal side.
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Sources - [S1714] Ancestry.com, Essex County, Massachusetts Probate Records, 1635-1681, (Name: Ancestry.com Operations Inc; Location: Provo, UT, USA; Date: 2002;).
Essex County, Massachusetts Probate Records, 1635-1681 - [S2372] Ancestry.com, Colonial Families of the USA, 1607-1775, (Name: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc.; Location: Lehi, UT, USA; Date: 2016;).
Colonial Families of the USA, 1607-1775 - [S2646] Great Migration: Immigrants to New England, 1634-1635, Volume II, C-F Page(s) :441-452 Volume : Vol. II, C-F.
- [S1714] Ancestry.com, Essex County, Massachusetts Probate Records, 1635-1681, (Name: Ancestry.com Operations Inc; Location: Provo, UT, USA; Date: 2002;).