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Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA

Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA



 


Latitude: 42.9815, Longitude: -70.9478


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The Exeter Combination
Gilman Garrison House, Exeter, NH

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The Exeter Combination (1639)		The Exeter Combination (1639) (1)
Another defining moment in our family history and the early development of New England was the Exeter Combination. This historic document, crafted by John Wheelwright and signed by 35 freemen, including our ancestors William Wentworth, Darby Field, and Edmund Littlefield, as signers on July 4, 1639, marks a significant step in the journey towards self-governance in the New World.

William Wentworth, known as Elder William Wentworth, was an early settler of Exeter, demonstrating his commitment to the community through his active participation in its governance. Darby Field, celebrated for his adventurous spirit and as the first European to climb Mount Washington, also left his mark as one of the signatories. Edmund Littlefield, another signer, later became a prominent figure in Wells, Maine, known as "The Father of Wells," for his substantial contributions to the community.

While not signatories of the Exeter Combination, Reverend Samuel Dudley and Edward Gilman Jr. were also instrumental in the early history of Exeter. Reverend Samuel Dudley, arriving in New England in 1630, served as Exeter's minister for over three decades from 1650, providing much-needed spiritual leadership to this fledgling community. His influence extended beyond the pulpit, shaping the moral and social fabric of Exeter.

Edward Gilman Jr., another direct ancestor, played a pivotal role in the town's economic development. As an early settler, he was granted land and the right to establish Exeter's first sawmill, a cornerstone in the town's growth and prosperity.

The Exeter Combination, housed in the Exeter Historical Society, is not just a treasure of the town's heritage but a significant artifact in American history. It stands as a testament to the early attempts at self-governance in the New World and the spirit of resilience and community that characterized our ancestors.

In exploring the stories of these early settlers, we gain a deeper understanding of their contributions to the establishment and growth of Exeter. Their roles, whether as signatories of the Exeter Combination or as key figures in the town's founding, reflect a shared commitment to building a thriving community in the face of new and challenging frontiers.
Founding Families of Exeter		Founding Families of Exeter (2)
Exeter, New Hampshire, has a rich history that dates back to its founding in 1638 by John Wheelwright. Wheelwright, a clergyman exiled from the Puritan Massachusetts Bay Colony, purchased the land from Wehanownowit, the sagamore of the area. He named the town after Exeter in Devon, England, and brought about 175 individuals to establish the settlement. Exeter was one of the four original townships in the province and initially included Newmarket, Newfields, Brentwood, Epping, and Fremont.

The town's early economy was based on hunting, planting, fishing, raising cattle and swine, and producing shakes (shingles) and barrel staves. Thomas Wilson established the town's first grist mill on the eastern side of the island in the lower falls. The Gilman family, early settlers from Hingham, England, played a significant role in Exeter's development. They were involved in lumber, shipbuilding, and trading as far as the West Indies.

Exeter was also notable for its political significance. In 1774, the rebellious Provincial Congress began to meet in the Exeter Town House after being banned from Portsmouth by colonial governor John Wentworth. Exeter became New Hampshire's capital for 14 years, and the provincial records were brought there from Portsmouth.

Birth

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   Last Name, Given Name(s)    Birth    Person ID 
1 GILMAN, Gov John Taylor  19 Dec 1753Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I2220
2 GILMAN, Mary  1745Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I1016
3 GILMAN, Francis  1736Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I2200
4 GILMAN, Bradstreet  1733Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I540
5 GILMAN, Batholemew  26 Aug 1731Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I2197
6 DUDLEY, Joannah  1730Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I2026
7 GILMAN, Daniel  18 Nov 1729Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I2205
8 GILMAN, Joanna  Sep 1725Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I602
9 DUDLEY, John  9 Apr 1725Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I2023
10 DUDLEY, Samuel  18 Mar 1720Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I2024
11 DUDLEY, Abigail  31 Oct 1716Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I2025
12 DUDLEY, Sarah Saphronia  15 Jan 1706Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I849
13 GILMAN, Martha  1704Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I1019
14 DUDLEY, Abigail  1704Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I708
15 GILMAN, Colonel Daniel  28 Jan 1702Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I2194
16 DUDLEY, Joseph  1702Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I146
17 GILMAN, Ezekiel  15 Jan 1700Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I848
18 DUDLEY, Trueworthy  1700Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I145
19 DUDLEY, Joanna  3 May 1697Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I199
20 DUDLEY, Elizabeth  1697Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I709
21 DUDLEY, Nicholas  27 Aug 1694Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I140
22 GILMAN, Thomas  1694Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I112
23 DUDLEY, John  4 Oct 1692Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I139
24 FOLSOM, Mercy  12 Apr 1691Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I2022
25 DUDLEY, Trueworthy  11 Jun 1690Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I200
26 DUDLEY, James  11 Jun 1690Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I41
27 GILMAN, Andrew  1690Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I128
28 DUDLEY, Stephen Col  10 Mar 1688Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I144
29 DUDLEY, Samuel  19 Dec 1685Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I143
30 GILMAN, Catherine  27 Nov 1684Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I2010
31 ALCE, Alice Gilman  23 May 1683Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I2011
32 NORRIS, James  7 Nov 1680Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I16962
33 GILMAN, Joseph  25 Oct 1680Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I2012
34 GILMAN, Joanna  30 Apr 1679Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I2014
35 GILMAN, Deborah  30 Apr 1679Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I2013
36 NORRIS, Sarah Cove  10 Apr 1678Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I16960
37 GILMAN, John  19 Jan 1677Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I2015
38 NORRIS, Abigail  29 Nov 1675Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I2403
39 GILMAN, Judith  1675Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I130
40 GILMAN, Abigail  3 Nov 1674Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I2016
41 GILMAN, Joshua  1674Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I131
42 NORRIS, Jonathan  5 Mar 1673Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I16959
43 GILMAN, Nicholas  26 Dec 1672Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I2017
44 GILMAN, Samuel  30 Mar 1671Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I2018
45 NORRIS, Moses  14 Aug 1670Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I16961
46 GILMAN, Sarah  25 Feb 1667Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I142
47 GILMAN, James  31 May 1665Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I129
48 DUDLEY, Samuel  1665Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I690
49 DUDLEY, James  1663Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I857
50 POWELL, Robert  1662Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I16924

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Christening

Matches 1 to 12 of 12

   Last Name, Given Name(s)    Christening    Person ID 
1 GILMAN, Sarah  1667Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I142
2 GILMAN, Nicholas  Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I2017
3 GILMAN, Mary  Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I2204
4 GILMAN, Lydia  Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I10342
5 GILMAN, John  Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I2206
6 GILMAN, Jeremiah  Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I304
7 GILMAN, James  Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I129
8 GILMAN, Daniel  Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I2205
9 GILMAN, Colonel Nicholas  Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I2203
10 GILMAN, Colonel Daniel  Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I2194
11 DUDLEY, Sarah Saphronia  Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I849
12 DUDLEY, James  Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I41

Death

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   Last Name, Given Name(s)    Death    Person ID 
1 SHOREY, Roger Emerson  9 Oct 2000Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I11018
2 NEILL, Roy Vincent  15 Jun 1967Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I908
3 GILMAN, Gov John Taylor  1 Sep 1828Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I2220
4 GILMAN, Bradstreet  1815Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I540
5 GILMAN, Colonel Nicholas  7 Apr 1783Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I2203
6 TAYLOR, Ann Sherbourne  17 Mar 1783Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I2212
7 SAWYER, Abigail  16 Sep 1779Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I2195
8 GILMAN, Daniel  1767Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I2205
9 GILMAN, Caleb  22 Mar 1766Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I132
10 DUDLEY, Sarah Saphronia  1766Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I849
11 DUDLEY, Joanna  24 Nov 1762Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I199
12 JACKSON, Hannah  1762Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I16567
13 GILMAN, Jeremiah  26 Jan 1754Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I304
14 GILMAN, Nicholas  10 Mar 1749Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I2017
15 GILMAN, John  1 Dec 1748Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I2015
16 GILMAN, Moses  28 Oct 1747Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I134
17 FOLSOM, Mercy  4 Sep 1746Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I2022
18 DUDLEY, Trueworthy  4 Sep 1746Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I200
19 DUDLEY, James  4 Sep 1746Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I41
20 WIGGIN, Dorothy  2 Sep 1745Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I1331
21 DUDLEY, Trueworthy  1745Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I145
22 CLARKE, Sarah  25 Aug 1741Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I2192
23 GILMAN, James  28 Mar 1739Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I129
24 COXE, Sarah *  1739Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I16958
25 LORD, Mary  22 Mar 1735Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I2196
26 DUDLEY, Stephen Esq.  13 May 1734Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I509
27 DUDLEY, Stephen Col  1734Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I144
28 NORRIS, Moses  1732Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I16961
29 DUDLEY, Samuel  1732Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I690
30 LEAVITT, Moses Senator  17 Jun 1730Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I16145
31 DUDLEY, Byley  4 Sep 1728Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I102
32 DUDLEY, Joseph  8 Sep 1727Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I146
33 GILMAN, Judith  1727Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I130
34 GILMAN, Abigail  7 Nov 1725Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I2016
35 ALCE, Alice Gilman  2 Jan 1721Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I2011
36 GILMAN, Joanna  24 Dec 1720Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I2014
37 DUDLEY, James  14 Nov 1720Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I857
38 TREWORGYE (TRUWORTHY), Elizabeth  8 Sep 1719Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I2006
39 HERSEY, Elizabeth  8 Sep 1719Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I774
40 DUDLEY, Samuel  16 Feb 1718Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I143
41 NORRIS, Jonathan  1718Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I16959
42 GILMAN, Catherine  22 Jul 1717Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I2010
43 GILMAN, Joshua  26 Jan 1717Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I131
44 PERKINS, Abigail  11 Dec 1715Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I11186
45 LEAVITT, Nehemiah  25 May 1715Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I16146
46 GILMAN, Sarah  24 Jan 1712/13Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I142
47 DUDLEY, Mary  1713Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I101
48 DUDLEY, Elizabeth  1713Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I688
49 GILMAN, Honorable John  24 Jul 1708Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I2005
50 SHORE, Eunice  6 Jun 1707Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I6697

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Burial

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   Last Name, Given Name(s)    Burial    Person ID 
1 PAYSON, Mary  Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I17111
2 GILMAN, Sarah  Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I142
3 GILMAN, Colonel Nicholas  Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I2203
4 DUDLEY, Stephen Esq.  Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I509
5 DUDLEY, Rev. Samuel  Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I810
6 DEROCHEMONT, Daniel Payson  Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I17113
7 DEROCHEMONT, Charles Henry  Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I168

Baptism

Matches 1 to 1 of 1

   Last Name, Given Name(s)    Baptism    Person ID 
1 GILMAN, Sarah  Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I142

Birth

Matches 1 to 16 of 16

   Last Name, Given Name(s)    Birth    Person ID 
1 GILMAN, Daniel  18 Nov 1729Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I2205
2 GILMAN, Mary  12 Nov 1725Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I2204
3 GILMAN, Joanna  Sep 1723Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I602
4 DUDLEY, Sarah Saphronia  15 Jan 1706Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I849
5 GILMAN, Colonel Daniel  28 Jun 1702Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I2194
6 GILMAN, Colonel Daniel  28 Jan 1702Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I2194
7 DUDLEY, Sarah Saphronia  3 May 1697Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I849
8 DUDLEY, James  11 Jun 1690Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I41
9 DUDLEY, James  11 Jun 1690Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I41
10 DUDLEY, James  11 Jun 1690Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I41
11 DUDLEY, Stephen Col  10 Mar 1688Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I144
12 GILMAN, Nicholas  26 Dec 1672Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I2017
13 GILMAN, Sarah  25 Feb 1667Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I142
14 GILMAN, Sarah  25 Feb 1667Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I142
15 GILMAN, James  31 May 1665Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I129
16 DUDLEY, Stephen Esq.  1654Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I509

Burial

Matches 1 to 1 of 1

   Last Name, Given Name(s)    Burial    Person ID 
1 GILMAN, Sarah  Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I142

Clerk Locality

Matches 1 to 1 of 1

   Last Name, Given Name(s)    Clerk Locality    Person ID 
1 LORD, Mary  Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I2196

Death

Matches 1 to 26 of 26

   Last Name, Given Name(s)    Death    Person ID 
1 GILMAN, Colonel Nicholas  7 Apr 1783Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I2203
2 GILMAN, Colonel Nicholas  7 Apr 1783Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I2203
3 GILMAN, Daniel  1767Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I2205
4 DUDLEY, Sarah Saphronia  1766Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I849
5 DUDLEY, Sarah Saphronia  1766Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I849
6 GILMAN, Nicholas  9 Mar 1749Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I2017
7 GILMAN, Nicholas  10 Mar 1748Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I2017
8 DUDLEY, James  4 Sep 1746Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I41
9 DUDLEY, James  4 Sep 1746Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I41
10 DUDLEY, James  4 Sep 1746Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I41
11 LORD, Mary  22 Mar 1736Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I2196
12 LORD, Mary  22 Mar 1736Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I2196
13 LORD, Mary  22 Mar 1736Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I2196
14 DUDLEY, Stephen Esq.  1734/35Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I509
15 DUDLEY, Stephen Esq.  1734Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I509
16 DUDLEY, Stephen Esq.  1734Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I509
17 DUDLEY, Stephen Col  1734Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I144
18 TREWORGYE (TRUWORTHY), Elizabeth  8 Sep 1719Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I2006
19 GILMAN, Sarah  26 Jan 1713Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I142
20 GILMAN, Sarah  24 Jan 1713Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I142
21 GILMAN, Sarah  24 Jan 1712Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I142
22 GILMAN, Sarah  24 Jan 1710Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I142
23 GILMAN, Honorable John  24 Jul 1708Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I2005
24 GILMAN, Honorable John  24 Jul 1708Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I2005
25 GILMAN, Honorable John  24 Jul 1708Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I2005
26 SMITH, Elizabeth  1702Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I809

Occupation

Matches 1 to 1 of 1

   Last Name, Given Name(s)    Occupation    Person ID 
1 DUDLEY, Rev. Samuel  1650Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I810

Probate

Matches 1 to 1 of 1

   Last Name, Given Name(s)    Probate    Person ID 
1 DEWIT, Carsten Bartholomew  1865Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I1288

Residence

Matches 1 to 14 of 14

   Last Name, Given Name(s)    Residence    Person ID 
1 GILBERT, Frank Henry  1950Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I3815
2 DAVIS, Miriam Annie  1950Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I17874
3 GILBERT, Frank Henry  1940Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I3815
4 DAVIS, Miriam Annie  1940Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I17874
5 GILBERT, Frank Henry  1935Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I3815
6 DAVIS, Miriam Annie  1935Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I17874
7 GILBERT, Frank Henry  1930Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I3815
8 DAVIS, Miriam Annie  1930Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I17874
9 GILMAN, Gov John Taylor  1820Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I2220
10 GILMAN, Gov John Taylor  1800Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I2220
11 GILMAN, Gov John Taylor  1790Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I2220
12 MOORE, William  Between 1639 and 1660Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I7711
13 GILMAN, Edward Sr  Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I2030
14 GILBERT, Frank Henry  Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA I3815

Marriage

Matches 1 to 9 of 9

   Family    Marriage    Family ID 
1 GILBERT / DAVIS  8 Oct 1923Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA F13023
2 DUDLEY / FOLSOM  1715Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA F608
3 GILMAN / WIGGIN  30 Jul 1685Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA F65
4 DUDLEY / GILMAN  24 Dec 1684Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA F115
5 POWELL / MOORE  1659Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA F1995
6 GILMAN / HERSEY  1658Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA F188
7 GILMAN / TREWORGYE (TRUWORTHY)  30 Jun 1657Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA F605
8 DUDLEY / SMITH  1654Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA F204
9 WILLIX / UNKNOWN  1635Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA F13700

Married

Matches 1 to 2 of 2

   Family    Married    Family ID 
1 GILMAN / TREWORGYE (TRUWORTHY)  30 Jun 1657Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA F605
2 DUDLEY / SMITH  Exeter, Rockingham, New Hampshire, USA F204
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