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Alexander McComas1

(14 September 1692 - before 4 February 1761)
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Parents

FatherDaniel MacComus (about 1666 - before 16 March 1699)
MotherElizabeth (about 1666 - )

Family: Spouse Elizabeth Day (about 1691 - 4 August 1727)

DaughterSarah McComas+ (5 October 1714 - between 27 February 1767 and 13 June 1768)
DaughterElizabeth McComas+ (before 1720 - after 24 March 1761)
SonAlexander McComas+ (27 August 1721 - between 8 February 1790 and 8 April 1800)
DaughterMary McComas+ (8 May 1723 - before 1767)

Family: Spouse Hannah Whitaker (about 1704 - after 1762)

DaughterHannah McComas (25 March 1730 - after 1800)
SonAquila McComas+ (5 May 1731 - between 17 September 1771 and 21 October 1771)
SonDaniel McComas (about 1732 - before 26 April 1762)
DaughterPriscilla McComas (about 1732 - )
SonDavid McComas (about 1732 - )
ChartsDaniel MacComus and Elizabeth (?) Descendants
John Whitaker, Catherine (?), and Mary (?) Descendants
ListsRecently Updated 4 Dec 2020

Biography

Alexander McComas was born on 14 September 1692 in Anne Arundel County, Maryland.2,3,4 He married Elizabeth Day on 15 November 1713 in Baltimore County, Maryland.1,5,6,7,2,3,4 On 4 November 1720, Joshua Merriken and Dinah Day sold land known as "Horse Range" (100 acres) in Baltimore County, Maryland, to Alexander McComas for 5200 pounds of tobacco.8 On 29 December 1720, Alexander McComas had land surveyed known as "Timber Hall" (100 acres) in Baltimore County, Maryland, which he then conveyed to William Hitchcock.8 On 1 May 1724, Alexander McComas and Elizabeth Day sold land to John Norris known as "Macedon(ia)" (100 acres) in Baltimore County, Maryland, for 3000 pounds of tobacco. "Macedon" was located at the head of Bush River and on the west side of Winter's Run. Alexander McComas married Hannah Whitaker on 23 August 1728 in Baltimore County, Maryland.1,5,6,7,3 On 8 June 1743, Alexander McComas sold land to Josius Middlemore, the local doctor, for 2500 pounds of tobacco. "Edenborough" was located between Bynum's Run and Winter Run known as "Edenborough" (100 acres) in Baltimore County, Maryland.2 On 17 April 1747, Alexander McComas purchased land known as "Ward's Purchase" (a 191 acre portion of the 201 acre total) in Baltimore County, Maryland, from William Dallam, adminstrator for John Ward, deceased, who originated a 99 year lease in 1742.8 On 8 January 1753, Alexander McComas sold land to Alexander McComas known as "Horses Range" (a 100 acre portion) in Baltimore County, Maryland.2 Alexander McComas made a will on 18 October 1760. Aquila McComas, Hannah Whitaker, Mary McComas, Alexander McComas, and Daniel McComas were named as heirs. Sarah McComas, Elizabeth McComas, Hannah McComas, David McComas, and Priscilla McComas were mentioned in the will. Daniel McComas and John Poteet were witnesses to the will.9,2 Alexander McComas died before 4 February 1761 in Baltimore County, Maryland.5,2,3,4 He made a will on 26 April 1762. Jacob Miles, Richard Rhodes, Jr, John Whitaker, Aquila McComas, Elizabeth McComas, Thomas Simmons, and Mary McComas were named as heirs.2
Last Edited14 September 2020 16:58:42

Citations

  1. [S568] Sam McComas' Records
  2. [S728] Mary Mortimeyer and Frances Revesz, Part II of the McComas Family
  3. [S862] Anitra R. Streett, Streett Cousins: McComas, Amos, Wheeler, Scott, Wheeler, and Webb Families
  4. [S863] Susan Day Hafner, Day Family Website
  5. [S691] Robert W. Barnes, Baltimore County Families, 1659-1759 portion of Maryland Marriages and Genealogies, 1634-1820
  6. [S694] Robert Barnes, Maryland Marriages, 1634-1777
  7. [S695] St. John's and St. George's Parish in Baltimore County, mostly St. John's
  8. [S730] Robert Barnes, Baltimore County, Maryland Deed Abstracts 1659-1750
  9. [S693] Maryland Probate Records 1674-1774

Elizabeth Day1,2,3

(about 1691 - 4 August 1727)
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Parents

FatherNicholas Day (about 1640 - 1704/05)
MotherSarah (about 1668 - before 28 December 1736)

Family: Spouse Alexander McComas (14 September 1692 - before 4 February 1761)

DaughterSarah McComas+ (5 October 1714 - between 27 February 1767 and 13 June 1768)
DaughterElizabeth McComas+ (before 1720 - after 24 March 1761)
SonAlexander McComas+ (27 August 1721 - between 8 February 1790 and 8 April 1800)
DaughterMary McComas+ (8 May 1723 - before 1767)
ChartsDaniel MacComus and Elizabeth (?) Descendants
ListsRecently Updated 4 Dec 2020

Biography

Elizabeth Day was also known as Elizabeth McComas.1,2 She was born about 1691 in Baltimore County, Maryland.1,3,4 On 1 December 1704, in Baltimore County, Maryland, Elizabeth Day was named as an heir in the will of Nicholas Day, her father, inheriting 100 acres of "Horse Range" to be split with her sister, Dinah, after her mother's death.5,4 She married Alexander McComas on 15 November 1713 in Baltimore County, Maryland.1,2,6,7,5,3,4 On 1 May 1724, Alexander McComas and Elizabeth Day sold land to John Norris known as "Macedon(ia)" (100 acres) in Baltimore County, Maryland, for 3000 pounds of tobacco. "Macedon" was located at the head of Bush River and on the west side of Winter's Run. She died on 4 August 1727 in Baltimore County, Maryland.5,3,4
Last Edited28 August 2020 14:29:57

Citations

  1. [S568] Sam McComas' Records
  2. [S691] Robert W. Barnes, Baltimore County Families, 1659-1759 portion of Maryland Marriages and Genealogies, 1634-1820
  3. [S862] Anitra R. Streett, Streett Cousins: McComas, Amos, Wheeler, Scott, Wheeler, and Webb Families
  4. [S863] Susan Day Hafner, Day Family Website
  5. [S728] Mary Mortimeyer and Frances Revesz, Part II of the McComas Family
  6. [S694] Robert Barnes, Maryland Marriages, 1634-1777
  7. [S695] St. John's and St. George's Parish in Baltimore County, mostly St. John's

Mary McComas1

(8 May 1723 - before 1767)
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Parents

FatherAlexander McComas (14 September 1692 - before 4 February 1761)
MotherElizabeth Day (about 1691 - 4 August 1727)

Family: Spouse John Whitaker (2 July 1722 - about 1798)

SonJesse Whitaker (about 1741 - 6 September 1800)
SonCharles Whitaker (11 December 1742 - )
SonJohn Whitaker (about 1748 - about 1786)
DaughterHannah Whitaker (about 1750 - )
SonAbraham Whitaker (about 1751 - November 1814)
SonAquila Whitaker (25 August 1755 - 18 August 1824)
SonIsaac Whitaker (about 1760 - )
SonElijah Whitaker (about 1765 - )
ChartsDaniel MacComus and Elizabeth (?) Descendants
John Whitaker, Catherine (?), and Mary (?) Descendants
ListsRecently Updated 4 Dec 2020

Biography

Mary McComas was also known as Mary Whitaker.2 She was born on 8 May 1723 in Baltimore County, Maryland.1,2,3,4 She married John Whitaker about 1741.1,2,4 On 29 August 1751, John Whitaker and Mary McComas sold land to Robert Patterson known as "Whitacre's Ridge" (a 75 acre portion) in Baltimore County, Maryland.5 On 18 October 1760, Mary McComas was named as an heir in the will of Alexander McComas, her father, as Mary WHITAKER, to recieve dwelling plantation (85 acres) jointly with her brother Aquila. The other heirs were Aquila McComas, Hannah Whitaker, Alexander McComas, and Daniel McComas.6,3 On 26 April 1762, Mary McComas was named as an heir in the will of Alexander McComas, to receive 2.15.0 for her portion. The other heirs were Jacob Miles, Richard Rhodes, Jr, John Whitaker, Aquila McComas, Elizabeth McComas, and Thomas Simmons.3 Mary McComas died before 1767.3
Last Edited28 August 2020 14:29:57

Citations

  1. [S568] Sam McComas' Records
  2. [S691] Robert W. Barnes, Baltimore County Families, 1659-1759 portion of Maryland Marriages and Genealogies, 1634-1820
  3. [S728] Mary Mortimeyer and Frances Revesz, Part II of the McComas Family
  4. [S862] Anitra R. Streett, Streett Cousins: McComas, Amos, Wheeler, Scott, Wheeler, and Webb Families
  5. [S730] Robert Barnes, Baltimore County, Maryland Deed Abstracts 1659-1750
  6. [S693] Maryland Probate Records 1674-1774

John Whitaker1

(2 July 1722 - about 1798)
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Parents

FatherCharles Whitaker (12 October 1693 - 3 October 1739)
MotherMary Jones (about 1693 - 30 August 1739)

Family: Spouse Mary McComas (8 May 1723 - before 1767)

SonJesse Whitaker (about 1741 - 6 September 1800)
SonCharles Whitaker (11 December 1742 - )
SonJohn Whitaker (about 1748 - about 1786)
DaughterHannah Whitaker (about 1750 - )
SonAbraham Whitaker (about 1751 - November 1814)
SonAquila Whitaker (25 August 1755 - 18 August 1824)
SonIsaac Whitaker (about 1760 - )
SonElijah Whitaker (about 1765 - )
ChartsDaniel MacComus and Elizabeth (?) Descendants
John Whitaker, Catherine (?), and Mary (?) Descendants
ListsRecently Updated 4 Dec 2020

Biography

John Whitaker was born on 2 July 1722 in Baltimore County, Maryland.1,2 He married Mary McComas about 1741.3,1,2 On 29 August 1751, John Whitaker and Mary McComas sold land to Robert Patterson known as "Whitacre's Ridge" (a 75 acre portion) in Baltimore County, Maryland.4 On 26 April 1762, John Whitaker was named as an heir in the will of Alexander McComas, to receive 8.15.0 for his wife's portion. The other heirs were Jacob Miles, Richard Rhodes, Jr, Aquila McComas, Elizabeth McComas, Thomas Simmons, and Mary McComas.5 John Whitaker died about 1798 in Shelby County, Kentucky.2
Last Edited14 September 2020 17:28:30

Citations

  1. [S691] Robert W. Barnes, Baltimore County Families, 1659-1759 portion of Maryland Marriages and Genealogies, 1634-1820
  2. [S862] Anitra R. Streett, Streett Cousins: McComas, Amos, Wheeler, Scott, Wheeler, and Webb Families
  3. [S568] Sam McComas' Records
  4. [S730] Robert Barnes, Baltimore County, Maryland Deed Abstracts 1659-1750
  5. [S728] Mary Mortimeyer and Frances Revesz, Part II of the McComas Family

Hannah Whitaker1,2

(about 1704 - after 1762)
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Parents

FatherJohn Whitaker (about 1667 - 30 November 1713)
MotherMary (about 1667 - )

Family: Spouse Alexander McComas (14 September 1692 - before 4 February 1761)

DaughterHannah McComas (25 March 1730 - after 1800)
SonAquila McComas+ (5 May 1731 - between 17 September 1771 and 21 October 1771)
SonDaniel McComas (about 1732 - before 26 April 1762)
DaughterPriscilla McComas (about 1732 - )
SonDavid McComas (about 1732 - )

Family: Spouse Thomas Miles (about 1704 - 1766)

ChartsDaniel MacComus and Elizabeth (?) Descendants
John Whitaker, Catherine (?), and Mary (?) Descendants
ListsRecently Updated 25 Jul 2020

Biography

Hannah Whitaker was also known as Hannah McComas.1,2 She was also known as Hannah Miles.2,3 She was born about 1704.1,2 She was mentioned in the will of John Whitaker, her father, dated on 9 November 1713.2 She married Alexander McComas on 23 August 1728 in Baltimore County, Maryland.1,2,4,5,6 On 18 October 1760, Hannah Whitaker was named as an heir in the will of Alexander McComas, her husband, to receive chattles, land, etc. The other heirs were Aquila McComas, Mary McComas, Alexander McComas, and Daniel McComas.7,3 On 17 June 1761, Aquila McComas purchased land from Hannah Whitaker known as "Elender's Delight" (50 acres) in Baltimore County, Maryland, who was executrix for Alexander McComas, both of Baltimore County, for 25 pounds 11 shillings Sterling. The land was leased from Lord Baltimore by Alexander McComas on 2 May 1746 for a term of 99 years.8 She married Thomas Miles before 26 April 1762.2,3,6 She died after 1762.6
Last Edited19 July 2020 16:03:46

Citations

  1. [S568] Sam McComas' Records
  2. [S691] Robert W. Barnes, Baltimore County Families, 1659-1759 portion of Maryland Marriages and Genealogies, 1634-1820
  3. [S728] Mary Mortimeyer and Frances Revesz, Part II of the McComas Family
  4. [S694] Robert Barnes, Maryland Marriages, 1634-1777
  5. [S695] St. John's and St. George's Parish in Baltimore County, mostly St. John's
  6. [S862] Anitra R. Streett, Streett Cousins: McComas, Amos, Wheeler, Scott, Wheeler, and Webb Families
  7. [S693] Maryland Probate Records 1674-1774
  8. [S95] Land Records Baltimore County MD

Hannah McComas1

(25 March 1730 - after 1800)
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FatherAlexander McComas (14 September 1692 - before 4 February 1761)
MotherHannah Whitaker (about 1704 - after 1762)

Family: Spouse Jacob Miles (1724 - 10 February 1800)

ChartsDaniel MacComus and Elizabeth (?) Descendants
John Whitaker, Catherine (?), and Mary (?) Descendants
ListsRecently Updated 4 Dec 2020

Biography

Hannah McComas was also known as Hannah Miles.2,3 She was born on 25 March 1730 in Baltimore County, Maryland.1,2,3,4 She married Jacob Miles on 6 November 1747 in St. John's Parish, Baltimore County, Maryland.2,5,6,3,4 She was mentioned in the will of Alexander McComas, her father, named as Hannah MILES, dated on 18 October 1760.7,3 She died after 1800 in Caswell County, North Carolina.4
Last Edited28 August 2020 14:29:57

Citations

  1. [S568] Sam McComas' Records
  2. [S691] Robert W. Barnes, Baltimore County Families, 1659-1759 portion of Maryland Marriages and Genealogies, 1634-1820
  3. [S728] Mary Mortimeyer and Frances Revesz, Part II of the McComas Family
  4. [S862] Anitra R. Streett, Streett Cousins: McComas, Amos, Wheeler, Scott, Wheeler, and Webb Families
  5. [S694] Robert Barnes, Maryland Marriages, 1634-1777
  6. [S695] St. John's and St. George's Parish in Baltimore County, mostly St. John's
  7. [S693] Maryland Probate Records 1674-1774

Aquila McComas1,2

(5 May 1731 - between 17 September 1771 and 21 October 1771)
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Parents

FatherAlexander McComas (14 September 1692 - before 4 February 1761)
MotherHannah Whitaker (about 1704 - after 1762)

Family: Spouse Sarah Preston (24 February 1734 - )

SonAlexander McComas (about 1753 - )
DaughterMary McComas (about 1753 - )
DaughterPriscilla McComas (about 1753 - )
DaughterElizabeth McComas (about 1753 - )
DaughterHannah McComas (about 1753 - )
DaughterSarah McComas (about 1753 - )
SonJames McComas+ (about 1755 - 15 February 1794)
ChartsAquila McComas and Sarah Preston Descendants
Daniel MacComus and Elizabeth (?) Descendants
Daniel Scott and Jane Johnson Descendants
John Whitaker, Catherine (?), and Mary (?) Descendants
ListsRecently Updated 4 Dec 2020

Biography

Aquila McComas was born on 5 May 1731 in Baltimore County, Maryland.3,4,2 He married Sarah Preston on 2 January 1752.3,4,5,2 On 18 October 1760, Aquila McComas was named as an heir in the will of Alexander McComas, his father, to receive dwelling plantation (85 acres) jointly with his sister Mary. The other heirs were Hannah Whitaker, Mary McComas, Alexander McComas, and Daniel McComas.6,4 On 17 June 1761, Aquila McComas purchased land from Hannah Whitaker known as "Elender's Delight" (50 acres) in Baltimore County, Maryland, who was executrix for Alexander McComas, both of Baltimore County, for 25 pounds 11 shillings Sterling. The land was leased from Lord Baltimore by Alexander McComas on 2 May 1746 for a term of 99 years.7 On 26 April 1762, Aquila McComas was named as an heir in the will of Alexander McComas, to receive 8.15.0 for his portion plus 55.00.00 for the dwelling plantation. The other heirs were Jacob Miles, Richard Rhodes, Jr, John Whitaker, Elizabeth McComas, Thomas Simmons, and Mary McComas.4 On 3 October 1767, John Poteet sold land to Aquila McComas, in Baltimore County, Maryland, consisting of the remaining lease on a 100 acre portion. Aquila was the brother of John's wife's (Ann's) first husband, and the first cousin of William McComas, who had signed the lease over to John.8 He died between 17 September 1771 and 21 October 1771 in Baltimore County, Maryland.3,4,2
Last Edited16 September 2020 15:51:59

Citations

  1. [S568] Sam McComas' Records
  2. [S862] Anitra R. Streett, Streett Cousins: McComas, Amos, Wheeler, Scott, Wheeler, and Webb Families
  3. [S691] Robert W. Barnes, Baltimore County Families, 1659-1759 portion of Maryland Marriages and Genealogies, 1634-1820
  4. [S728] Mary Mortimeyer and Frances Revesz, Part II of the McComas Family
  5. [S694] Robert Barnes, Maryland Marriages, 1634-1777
  6. [S693] Maryland Probate Records 1674-1774
  7. [S95] Land Records Baltimore County MD
  8. [S730] Robert Barnes, Baltimore County, Maryland Deed Abstracts 1659-1750

James McComas1,2

(about 1755 - 15 February 1794)
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Parents

FatherAquila McComas (5 May 1731 - between 17 September 1771 and 21 October 1771)
MotherSarah Preston (24 February 1734 - )

Family: Spouse Ann Amos (about 1765 - )

SonAquila Amos McComas (13 August 1785 - )
DaughterSarah McComas (28 December 1787 - )
DaughterClemency McComas (12 October 1790 - )
SonJames Preston McComas (22 March 1792 - )
ChartsAquila McComas and Sarah Preston Descendants
John Whitaker, Catherine (?), and Mary (?) Descendants
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Recently Updated 4 Dec 2020

Biography

James McComas was born about 1755.2,3 He began military service on 9 December 1775 as a 2nd Lieutenant in Captain Jacob Bond's Company of the Harford County, Maryland Militia.4,5 He and Ann Amos obtained a licence to marry on 3 December 1780.6 He married Ann Amos on 3 December 1781.7,8,9,2,3 He and Ann Amos appeared in the census in 1790 in Harford County, Maryland, listed as having in the household 1 unaccounted for free female, possibly daughter Clemency, and 1 other unknown free person. Aquila Amos McComas and Sarah McComas were living in the household with their parents.10 James McComas died on 15 February 1794.2,3
Last Edited29 July 2020 13:32:08

Citations

  1. [S691] Robert W. Barnes, Baltimore County Families, 1659-1759 portion of Maryland Marriages and Genealogies, 1634-1820
  2. [S728] Mary Mortimeyer and Frances Revesz, Part II of the McComas Family
  3. [S862] Anitra R. Streett, Streett Cousins: McComas, Amos, Wheeler, Scott, Wheeler, and Webb Families
  4. [S865] Walter W. Preston, History of Harford County, Maryland, from 1608 (The Year of Smith's Expedition) to the Close of the War of 1812
  5. [S700] Maryland and Delaware Revolutionary Patriots, 1775-1783 Military Records
  6. [S729] Jon Harlan Livezey and Helene Maynard Davis, Harford County, Maryland Marriage Licenses 1777-1865
  7. [S568] Sam McComas' Records
  8. [S703] Harford County Marriage Licenses transcribed from Court House
  9. [S713] Maryland Marriages, 1634-1820
  10. [S61] 1790 Census

Alexander McComas1

(about 1753 - )
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Parents

FatherAquila McComas (5 May 1731 - between 17 September 1771 and 21 October 1771)
MotherSarah Preston (24 February 1734 - )

Family: Spouse Clemency Presbury (about 1753 - )

ChartsAquila McComas and Sarah Preston Descendants
John Whitaker, Catherine (?), and Mary (?) Descendants

Biography

Alexander McComas was born about 1753.1 He married Clemency Presbury on 19 April 1785 in Harford County, Maryland.2,3 He and Clemency Presbury obtained a licence to marry on 19 April 1785 in Harford County, Maryland.4
Last Edited15 June 2020 16:59:57

Citations

  1. [S568] Sam McComas' Records
  2. [S703] Harford County Marriage Licenses transcribed from Court House
  3. [S713] Maryland Marriages, 1634-1820
  4. [S729] Jon Harlan Livezey and Helene Maynard Davis, Harford County, Maryland Marriage Licenses 1777-1865

Daniel McComas1

(about 1732 - before 26 April 1762)
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Parents

FatherAlexander McComas (14 September 1692 - before 4 February 1761)
MotherHannah Whitaker (about 1704 - after 1762)

Family: Spouse Hannah Taylor (about 1733 - )

Family: Spouse Ann Miles (about 1727 - )

ChartsDaniel MacComus and Elizabeth (?) Descendants
John Whitaker, Catherine (?), and Mary (?) Descendants
ListsRecently Updated 25 Jul 2020

Biography

Daniel McComas was born about 1732.2,3 He married Hannah Taylor on 15 March 1753 in Baltimore County, Maryland.1,4,5,6,3 He married Ann Miles on 10 October 1758 in Baltimore County, Maryland.1,4,5,6,3 On 18 October 1760, Daniel McComas was named as an heir in the will of Alexander McComas, his father, to receive a tract named DANIEL'S CHANCE (75 acres). The other heirs were Aquila McComas, Hannah Whitaker, Mary McComas, and Alexander McComas.7,6 Daniel McComas died before 26 April 1762.1,6
Last Edited19 July 2020 17:55:29

Citations

  1. [S691] Robert W. Barnes, Baltimore County Families, 1659-1759 portion of Maryland Marriages and Genealogies, 1634-1820
  2. [S568] Sam McComas' Records
  3. [S862] Anitra R. Streett, Streett Cousins: McComas, Amos, Wheeler, Scott, Wheeler, and Webb Families
  4. [S694] Robert Barnes, Maryland Marriages, 1634-1777
  5. [S695] St. John's and St. George's Parish in Baltimore County, mostly St. John's
  6. [S728] Mary Mortimeyer and Frances Revesz, Part II of the McComas Family
  7. [S693] Maryland Probate Records 1674-1774

Alexander McComas1

(27 August 1721 - between 8 February 1790 and 8 April 1800)
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Parents

FatherAlexander McComas (14 September 1692 - before 4 February 1761)
MotherElizabeth Day (about 1691 - 4 August 1727)

Family: Spouse Mary (about 1721 - after 8 April 1800)

SonEdward Day McComas+ (about 1752 - )
SonAlexander McComas+ (about 1752 - )
SonNicholas Day McComas+ (about 1752 - about 1816)
DaughterElizabeth McComas+ (about 1752 - 17 September 1795)
DaughterMary McComas (about 1752 - )
SonGeorge McComas (about 1752 - )
ChartsAlexander McComas and Mary (?) Descendants
Daniel MacComus and Elizabeth (?) Descendants
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Recently Updated 4 Dec 2020

Biography

Alexander McComas was born on 27 August 1721 in Baltimore County, Maryland.1,2,3 He married Mary about 1741.4 On 17 April 1747, Alexander McComas purchased land known as "Ward's Purchase" (the remainder of a 99 year lease of a 10 acre portion of the tract which was 201 acres in total) in Baltimore County, Maryland, from William Dallam, Adminstrator for the estate of John Ward, for a fee of 2 pounds 10 shillings current money. Ward leased it from Benjamin Tasker (agent for Lord Baltimore) on 1 Sept 1742 from his Lordship's Reserve for 99 years for the yearly rent of 1 pound 1 penny farthing sterling.5 On 8 January 1753, Alexander McComas sold land known as "Horses Range" (a 100 acre portion) in Baltimore County, Maryland, to Alexander McComas.4 On 18 October 1760, Alexander McComas was named as an heir in the will of Alexander McComas, his father, to receive a tract named HORSE RANGE. The other heirs were Aquila McComas, Hannah Whitaker, Mary McComas, and Daniel McComas.6,4 On 5 November 1761, Alexander McComas purchased land known as "Endingburg" (100 acres) in Baltimore County, Maryland, from John Paca, executor for Francis Middlemore, both of Baltimore County, for 25 pounds current money.5 He began military service on 30 September 1775 in Captain William Bradford's Company of the Harford County, Maryland Militia.7,8 In 1778 Alexander McComas was a signer of the Oath of Allegiance to Maryland.8 He died between 8 February 1790 and 8 April 1800 in Baltimore County, Maryland.4,3
Last Edited29 August 2020 16:19:25

Citations

  1. [S568] Sam McComas' Records
  2. [S699] Early Families of Southern Maryland portion of Colonial Families of Maryland, 1600s-1900s
  3. [S862] Anitra R. Streett, Streett Cousins: McComas, Amos, Wheeler, Scott, Wheeler, and Webb Families
  4. [S728] Mary Mortimeyer and Frances Revesz, Part II of the McComas Family
  5. [S95] Land Records Baltimore County MD
  6. [S693] Maryland Probate Records 1674-1774
  7. [S865] Walter W. Preston, History of Harford County, Maryland, from 1608 (The Year of Smith's Expedition) to the Close of the War of 1812
  8. [S700] Maryland and Delaware Revolutionary Patriots, 1775-1783 Military Records

Edward Day McComas1,2

(about 1752 - )
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FatherAlexander McComas (27 August 1721 - between 8 February 1790 and 8 April 1800)
MotherMary (about 1721 - after 8 April 1800)

Family: Spouse Mary (about 1752 - )

SonAquilla McComas (30 March 1773 - 15 March 1825)
SonAlexander McComas (29 August 1775 - )

Family: Spouse Sarah Selby (about 1752 - )

ChartsAlexander McComas and Mary (?) Descendants
ListsAncestral Veterans
Recently Updated 4 Dec 2020

Biography

Edward Day McComas was born about 1752.1 He married Mary about 1772.1,3 He began military service on 30 September 1775 as an Ensign in Captain William Bradford's Company of the Harford County, Maryland Militia.4,5 In 1776 Edward Day McComas was a signer of the Association of Freemen for Bush River Lower before James McComas.6,5 In 1778 Edward Day McComas was a signer of the Oath of Allegiance to Maryland.5 He registered for military service in 1778 as an ensign in the 23th Battalion.5 He was listed in the tax record of 1778 in Gunpowder Lower Hundred, Harford County, Maryland.6 He registered for military service in 1779 as a Captain in the 23rd Battalion.5 He married Sarah Selby on 14 November 1780 in Charles County, Maryland.7,8,2
Last Edited27 August 2020 14:00:04

Citations

  1. [S568] Sam McComas' Records
  2. [S862] Anitra R. Streett, Streett Cousins: McComas, Amos, Wheeler, Scott, Wheeler, and Webb Families
  3. [S728] Mary Mortimeyer and Frances Revesz, Part II of the McComas Family
  4. [S865] Walter W. Preston, History of Harford County, Maryland, from 1608 (The Year of Smith's Expedition) to the Close of the War of 1812
  5. [S700] Maryland and Delaware Revolutionary Patriots, 1775-1783 Military Records
  6. [S97] Maryland Genealogical Society Bulletin
  7. [S705] Charles County MD Marriages from DAR Magazine
  8. [S713] Maryland Marriages, 1634-1820

Mary1

(about 1752 - )
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Family: Spouse Edward Day McComas (about 1752 - )

SonAquilla McComas (30 March 1773 - 15 March 1825)
SonAlexander McComas (29 August 1775 - )
ChartsAlexander McComas and Mary (?) Descendants

Biography

Mary was also known as Mary McComas.1 She was born about 1752.1 She married Edward Day McComas about 1772.1,2
Last Edited15 June 2020 16:59:57

Citations

  1. [S568] Sam McComas' Records
  2. [S728] Mary Mortimeyer and Frances Revesz, Part II of the McComas Family

Aquilla McComas1

(30 March 1773 - 15 March 1825)
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Parents

FatherEdward Day McComas (about 1752 - )
MotherMary (about 1752 - )

Family: Spouse Martha McComas Amos (26 January 1778 - 4 March 1858)

ChartsAlexander McComas and Mary (?) Descendants
ListsRecently Updated 4 Dec 2020

Biography

Aquilla McComas was born on 30 March 1773 in Baltimore County, Maryland.1,2,3,4,5 He married Martha McComas Amos on 10 January 1797 in Harford County, Maryland.6,7,5 He died on 15 March 1825 in Harford County, Maryland, at age 52y, and left behind a wife and two children, according to his tombstone.4,5 He was buried after 15 March 1825 at Amos Family Cemetery in Harford County, Maryland.4
Last Edited16 September 2020 15:51:30

Citations

  1. [S568] Sam McComas' Records
  2. [S695] St. John's and St. George's Parish in Baltimore County, mostly St. John's
  3. [S728] Mary Mortimeyer and Frances Revesz, Part II of the McComas Family
  4. [S726] Amos Family Cemetery, Harford County, Maryland, Cemetery is located on the old Corbin Amos farm on Baldwin Mill Road near Upper Cross Roads, now "Uphill Farm" owned by Mr. Talbot J. Albert III. The lot is enclosed by an iron fence and still exists (1990).
  5. [S862] Anitra R. Streett, Streett Cousins: McComas, Amos, Wheeler, Scott, Wheeler, and Webb Families
  6. [S703] Harford County Marriage Licenses transcribed from Court House
  7. [S713] Maryland Marriages, 1634-1820

Alexander McComas1

(29 August 1775 - )
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FatherEdward Day McComas (about 1752 - )
MotherMary (about 1752 - )
ChartsAlexander McComas and Mary (?) Descendants

Biography

Alexander McComas was born on 29 August 1775.1,2,3
Last Edited15 June 2020 16:59:57

Citations

  1. [S568] Sam McComas' Records
  2. [S695] St. John's and St. George's Parish in Baltimore County, mostly St. John's
  3. [S728] Mary Mortimeyer and Frances Revesz, Part II of the McComas Family

Alexander McComas1

(about 1752 - )
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Parents

FatherAlexander McComas (27 August 1721 - between 8 February 1790 and 8 April 1800)
MotherMary (about 1721 - after 8 April 1800)

Family: Spouse Susannah (about 1752 - )

SonPreston McComas (7 June 1787 - )
ChartsAlexander McComas and Mary (?) Descendants
ListsAncestral Veterans
Recently Updated 4 Dec 2020

Biography

Alexander McComas was born about 1752.1 He married Susannah about 1772.1 He began military service on 30 September 1775 in Captain William Bradford's Company of the Harford County, Maryland Militia.2,3
Last Edited29 July 2020 15:07:12

Citations

  1. [S568] Sam McComas' Records
  2. [S865] Walter W. Preston, History of Harford County, Maryland, from 1608 (The Year of Smith's Expedition) to the Close of the War of 1812
  3. [S700] Maryland and Delaware Revolutionary Patriots, 1775-1783 Military Records

Susannah1

(about 1752 - )
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Family: Spouse Alexander McComas (about 1752 - )

SonPreston McComas (7 June 1787 - )
ChartsAlexander McComas and Mary (?) Descendants

Biography

Susannah was also known as Susannah McComas.1 She was born about 1752.1 She married Alexander McComas about 1772.1
Last Edited15 June 2020 16:59:57

Citations

  1. [S568] Sam McComas' Records

Preston McComas1,2

(7 June 1787 - )
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FatherAlexander McComas (about 1752 - )
MotherSusannah (about 1752 - )

Family: Spouse Hannah Eliza Gough (about 1787 - 1831)

ChartsAlexander McComas and Mary (?) Descendants
ListsAncestral Veterans
Recently Updated 4 Dec 2020

Biography

Preston McComas was born on 7 June 1787.1,3 He began military service on 11 March 1808 in Maryland when commissioned as an Ensign in Captain Amoss' company, 40th regiment.4 He married Hannah Eliza Gough on 19 October 1809 in Harford County, Maryland.5,2 He and Hannah Eliza Gough obtained a licence to marry on 19 October 1809 in Harford County, Maryland.6 In 1820 Preston McComas was a farmer.7 He and Hannah Eliza Gough appeared in the census in 1820 in Harford County, Maryland, listed as having a household consisting of 1M under 10, 1M 26-45 (Preston), 3F under 10, 1F 16-26, and 1F 26-45 (Hannah). Also, there was 1 demale slave under 14.7 He and Hannah Eliza Gough appeared in the census in 1830 in Harford County, Maryland, listed as having a household consisting of 2M under 10, 2M 5-10, 1M 10-15, 1M 40-50 (Preston), 1F 10-15, 1F 15-20, and 1F 40-50 (Hannah.)8 In 1833, Preston McComas was elected High Sherriff in Harford County, Maryland.2 In 1834, Preston McComas was the Sheriff of in Harford County, Maryland.9
Last Edited28 August 2020 14:22:21

Citations

  1. [S568] Sam McComas' Records
  2. [S862] Anitra R. Streett, Streett Cousins: McComas, Amos, Wheeler, Scott, Wheeler, and Webb Families
  3. [S695] St. John's and St. George's Parish in Baltimore County, mostly St. John's
  4. [S692] Broderbund, Maryland Settlers and Soldiers, 1700s-1800s
  5. [S707] Maryland Marriages, 1655-1850
  6. [S729] Jon Harlan Livezey and Helene Maynard Davis, Harford County, Maryland Marriage Licenses 1777-1865
  7. [S697] 1820 Census
  8. [S546] 1830 Census
  9. [S865] Walter W. Preston, History of Harford County, Maryland, from 1608 (The Year of Smith's Expedition) to the Close of the War of 1812

Nicholas Day McComas1,2

(about 1752 - about 1816)
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FatherAlexander McComas (27 August 1721 - between 8 February 1790 and 8 April 1800)
MotherMary (about 1721 - after 8 April 1800)

Family: Spouse Elizabeth Onion (2 February 1759 - )

DaughterCharity McComas+ (about 1794 - )
ChartsAlexander McComas and Mary (?) Descendants
Zaccheus Barrett and Hannah Bond Descendants
ListsNotable Ancestors
Recently Updated 4 Dec 2020

Biography

Nicholas Day McComas was born about 1752 in Baltimore County, Maryland.1,2 He married Elizabeth Onion on 24 July 1794 in Baltimore County, Maryland.1,3,4,5 He and Elizabeth Onion obtained a licence to marry on 24 July 1794 in Baltimore County, Maryland.6 Between 1794 and 1795, Nicholas Day McComas was a Delegate in the Maryland House of Delegates for Harford County.7 Between 1797 and 1799, Nicholas Day McComas was a Delegate in the Maryland House of Delegates for Harford County.7 In March 1801, Nicholas Day McComas served on the grand jury in Harford County, Maryland.7 He died about 1816 in Harford County, Maryland.2
Last Edited28 August 2020 14:29:57

Citations

  1. [S568] Sam McComas' Records
  2. [S862] Anitra R. Streett, Streett Cousins: McComas, Amos, Wheeler, Scott, Wheeler, and Webb Families
  3. [S701] St. James' Parish
  4. [S713] Maryland Marriages, 1634-1820
  5. [S728] Mary Mortimeyer and Frances Revesz, Part II of the McComas Family
  6. [S729] Jon Harlan Livezey and Helene Maynard Davis, Harford County, Maryland Marriage Licenses 1777-1865
  7. [S865] Walter W. Preston, History of Harford County, Maryland, from 1608 (The Year of Smith's Expedition) to the Close of the War of 1812

Elizabeth Onion1

(2 February 1759 - )
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Parents

FatherZacchaeus Barrett (1743 - 1781)
MotherHannah Bond (about 1739 - 1796)

Family: Spouse Nicholas Day McComas (about 1752 - about 1816)

DaughterCharity McComas+ (about 1794 - )
ChartsAlexander McComas and Mary (?) Descendants
Zaccheus Barrett and Hannah Bond Descendants

Biography

Elizabeth Onion was also known as Elizabeth McComas.2,3 She was born on 2 February 1759.1 She married Nicholas Day McComas on 24 July 1794 in Baltimore County, Maryland.2,3,4,5 Nicholas Day McComas and she obtained a licence to marry on 24 July 1794 in Baltimore County, Maryland.6
Last Edited15 June 2020 16:59:57

Citations

  1. [S695] St. John's and St. George's Parish in Baltimore County, mostly St. John's
  2. [S568] Sam McComas' Records
  3. [S701] St. James' Parish
  4. [S713] Maryland Marriages, 1634-1820
  5. [S728] Mary Mortimeyer and Frances Revesz, Part II of the McComas Family
  6. [S729] Jon Harlan Livezey and Helene Maynard Davis, Harford County, Maryland Marriage Licenses 1777-1865

Elizabeth McComas1,2,3

(about 1752 - 17 September 1795)
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Parents

FatherAlexander McComas (27 August 1721 - between 8 February 1790 and 8 April 1800)
MotherMary (about 1721 - after 8 April 1800)

Family: Spouse George Lytle (about 1752 - )

SonGeorge Lytle (5 October 1785 - )
SonWilliam Bradford Lytle (about 1787 - )
SonThomas Lytle+ (27 February 1788 - 5 January 1853)
SonAlexander McComas Lytle (2 May 1790 - )
SonNathan Lytle (4 September 1792 - )
DaughterElizabeth Lytle+ (27 August 1794 - 18 April 1831)
SonNicholas McComas Lytle (about 1795 - )
SonJames Lytle (about 1795 - 1818)
ChartsAlexander McComas and Mary (?) Descendants
ListsRecently Updated 4 Dec 2020

Biography

Elizabeth McComas was also known as Elizabeth Lytle.2 She was born about 1752 in Baltimore County, Maryland.1,3 She married George Lytle on 19 September 1784 in St. James Parish, Baltimore County, Maryland.2,3 She died on 17 September 1795 in Harford County, Maryland.3
Last Edited28 August 2020 14:29:57

Citations

  1. [S568] Sam McComas' Records
  2. [S728] Mary Mortimeyer and Frances Revesz, Part II of the McComas Family
  3. [S862] Anitra R. Streett, Streett Cousins: McComas, Amos, Wheeler, Scott, Wheeler, and Webb Families

Mary McComas1

(about 1752 - )
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Parents

FatherAlexander McComas (27 August 1721 - between 8 February 1790 and 8 April 1800)
MotherMary (about 1721 - after 8 April 1800)
ChartsAlexander McComas and Mary (?) Descendants

Biography

Mary McComas was born about 1752.1
Last Edited15 June 2020 16:59:57

Citations

  1. [S568] Sam McComas' Records

George McComas1

(about 1752 - )
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Parents

FatherAlexander McComas (27 August 1721 - between 8 February 1790 and 8 April 1800)
MotherMary (about 1721 - after 8 April 1800)
ChartsAlexander McComas and Mary (?) Descendants

Biography

George McComas was born about 1752.1 In 1776 George McComas was a signer of the Association of Freemen for Bush River Upper.2
Last Edited15 June 2020 16:59:57

Citations

  1. [S568] Sam McComas' Records
  2. [S700] Maryland and Delaware Revolutionary Patriots, 1775-1783 Military Records
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