I found the following Carr/Kerr/Ker names in the Cumberland Co, VA
Court Order Books while researching another family. Thought I would
pass the information along to the list. Can anyone identify these
people. The names suggest a connection to Thomas Carr/Mary Dabney
family in Caroline Co, VA.
"Court Order Book 1792-1797" (Microfilm Reel 28 from Library of
Virginia)
Oct term 1793. Peter Carr, Gentleman, produced credentials of his
being properly qualified to practice the law. Took oath of fidelity
and the oath of office (p. 138).
Mar term 1794. Last Will and Testament of William Kerr, deceased, is
exhibited in court by Elizabeth Kerr as Executor thereon named and
probed by the witnesses thereto and ordered to be recorded. She made
bond with securities (not named). (p. 170).
Apr term 1794. Thomas Kerr, plaintiff vs John Sandidge,
defendant--for debt (p. 190).
26 May 1794. Inventory returned of William Kerr, dec'd. (p 208).
Jul term 1794. Thomas Kerr, plaintiff vs John Preston--debt (p. 239).
"Cumberland Co, VA Court Order Book 1797-1801"
Jun term 1798. Settlement of administration of Elizabeth Kerr of the
estate of William Ker, dec'd is returned and ordered recorded (p.
100).
29 Jul 1800. Dabney Kerr, defendant in court suit brought by Henry
Ransom (p 375).
28 Oct 1800. Alexander Kerr, plaintiff, as assignee of Peter Mosely,
brought suit (p. 410).
28 Apr 1801. Alexander Kerr, plaintiff, as assignee of Peter Mosely,
won award in lawsuit (p. 467).
Apr term 1801. " " " "
" " " (p. 489).
Apr term 1801. Dabney Kerr paid as witness 53 cents for one days
attendance according to law (p. 503).
Kathy Wilcox