He means that intercourse with the shore was cut off in consequence of floating ice but that his neighbors had seem the misfortune and, realizing the need of prompt action, of their own good will met together and began to prepare the frame and materials for a new dwelling.
The Rev. Seth Noble was grandfather of the Rev. Joseph Noble who at this date (1904), is the oldest Free Baptist minister in the Province. For this information I am indebted to H. G. Noble of Woodstock, N. B.—W.O.R.
The lot here referred to was No. 60 in Upper Maugerville, now owned by Alexander and Walter Smith. Rev. Seth Noble was a warm sympathizer with the revolutionary party in America and in consequence was obliged to leave the River St. John in 1777. His wife remained at Maugerville for more than two years afterwards.
The concluding part of Capt. Peabody’s will is of interest in connection with the above:
“Item, I give to my daughter Elizabeth White thirty dollars to be paid by my two eldest sons in household goods.
“Item, to my daughter Hannah Simonds five dollars to be paid by my two eldest sons.
“Item, to my daughter Hephzibeth I give three hundred dollars to be paid by my two eldest sons in household goods on the day of her marriage.
As to my household goods and furniture I leave to the discretion of my loving wife to dispose of, excepting my sword, which I give to my son Samuel. I appoint my dear wife and my son Samuel executors of this my last Will and Testament.
As witness my hand,
FRANCIS PEABODY, Sr.
Delivered this 26th day of October
the year of our Lord 1771,
In presence of usISRAEL KINNEY,
ALEXANDER TAPLEY,
PHINEHAS NEVERS.BENJAMIN ATHERTON, Registrar.
This Will was proved, approved, and registered this 25th day of June, 1773.
JAMES SIMONDS,
Judge of Probate.
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Delivered this 26th day of October the year of our Lord 1771, In presence of us | ISRAEL KINNEY, ALEXANDER TAPLEY, PHINEHAS NEVERS. |