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Surnames: Carper Watkins
Classification: Query
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Message Board Post:
Does anyone know of an Eleanor or Elinor Carper married to John Watkins at the time of his
death in Botetourt, VA, 1784-5? 2 sons Joel and Jonathon, daughters Agnes & Mary
mentioned in his will, along with a wife Elinor.
Joel and Jonathon Watkins were given to Jacob Carper after their father's death, as
they were minors. (So maybe Elinor died also). Jacob Carper appears in Jefferson County,
TN (could be son of Jacob who was the guardian). Joel and Jonathon also appear in
Jefferson County TN, then moved to Whitley County, KY, then to Coosa County, AL.
Both families may have links to PA.
Need some help identifying Elinor, who might be Elinor Carper, married to John Watkins who
died in Botetourt County on 1784-85.
THANKS!