EMERY, John Sr

1599 - 1683  (84 years)

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• Name	EMERY, John  [1, 2]
  Suffix	Sr
  Birth	29 Mar 1599	Romsey, Hampshire, England   [2, 3]
  Gender	Male
  Immigration	1635	Newbury, Essex, Massachusetts, USA   [3]
  	On the James of London with his brother Anthony
  Residence	Between 1635 and 1664	Essex, Massachusetts, USA   [1]
  Freeman	2 Jun 1642	Newbury, Essex, Massachusetts, USA   [3]
  Court Case	29 Sep 1646	Newbury, Essex, Massachusetts, USA
  	Miscarriage with the wife of Henry Travers; fined 3 pounds or to be whipped. Bound to good behavior and not to frequent the company of Henry Travers wife
  Misc	14 May 1653	Newbury, Essex, Massachusetts, USA
  	One of 17 men who dissented in a town vote to levy taxes to fund a free school
  Court Case	5 May 1663	Newbury, Essex, Massachusetts, USA   [3]
  	Accused of entertaining Quakers
  	When John was accused of entertaining Quakers his answer was "if they come to his house he should welcome them and he would not forbid them." Henry Jacques the constable said that he had brought sandal to the town, dishonored God, and hurt the neighbors.
  Differentiator	Immigrant; Great Migration
  Great Migration	https://www.americanancestors.org/DB115/rd/7373/446/235162373
  Occupation	Carpenter and Innkeeper  [3]
  Will	1 May 1680  [3]
  	proved 27 Nov 1683
  Death	3 Nov 1683	Newbury, Essex, Massachusetts, USA   [2]
  Person ID	I9660	My Genealogy | Laviolette Ancestry, Laviolette Ancestry
  Last Modified	4 Feb 2024

  
  

  Father	EMERY, John,   b. 1572, Romsey, Hampshire, England d. 25 Jun 1627, Romsey, Hampshire, England (Age 55 years)
  Relationship	natural
  Mother	NORTHEND, Agnes,   b. 1576, Romsey, Hampshire, England d. 1604, Romsey, Hampshire, England (Age 28 years)
  Relationship	natural
  Marriage	27 Oct 1597	Romsey, Hampshire, England
  Family ID	F7135	Group Sheet  |  Family Chart

  
  

  Family 1	SHATSWELL, Mary Webster,   b. 1605, Ipswich, Suffolk, England d. Abt May 1696, Newbury, Essex, Massachusetts, USA (Age 91 years)
  Marriage	29 Oct 1650	Newbury, Essex, Massachusetts, USA   [2]
  Children	1. EMERY, Ebenezer,   b. 16 Sep 1648, Newbury, Essex, Massachusetts, USA d. 28 Apr 1691, Newbury, Essex, Massachusetts, USA (Age 42 years)  [Father: natural]  [Mother: natural]   2. EMERY, Jonathan,   b. 13 May 1652, Newbury, Essex, Massachusetts, USA d. 29 Sep 1723, Newbury, Essex, Massachusetts, USA (Age 71 years)  [Father: natural]  [Mother: natural]
  Photos		Colonial Families of the USA, 1607-1775
  Family ID	F7133	Group Sheet  |  Family Chart
  Last Modified	4 Feb 2024

  
  

  Family 2	GRANTHAM, Alice,   b. 29 Sep 1598, West Dean, Wiltshire, England d. 26 Apr 1646, Newbury, Essex, Massachusetts, USA (Age 47 years)
  Marriage	26 Jun 1620	Whiteparish, Wiltshire, England   [3]
  Married	26 Jun 1620	Whiteparish, Wiltshire, England
  Married	1627	England
  Children	+ 1. EMERY, Alice,   b. 30 Nov 1622, Romsey, Hampshire, England d. 1680, Newbury, Essex, Massachusetts, USA (Age 57 years)  [Father: natural]  [Mother: natural]   2. EMERY, Sgt. John Jr,   b. 12 Jun 1628, Romsey, Hampshire, England d. 3 Aug 1693, Newbury, Essex, Massachusetts, USA (Age 65 years)  [Father: natural]  [Mother: natural]   3. EMERY, Anne,   b. 18 Mar 1632, Romsey, Hampshire, England d. 31 Mar 1687, Newbury, Essex, Massachusetts, USA (Age 55 years)  [Father: natural]  [Mother: natural]   4. EMERY, Stephen,   b. 1627, Romsey, Hampshire, England d. 1680 (Age 53 years)  [Father: natural]  [Mother: natural]   5. EMERY, Eleanor,   b. 7 Nov 1624, Romsey, Hampshire, England d. 23 Dec 1700, Newbury, Essex, Massachusetts, USA (Age 76 years)  [Father: natural]  [Mother: natural]   6. EMERY, George Reed,   b. 3 Feb 1627, Romsey, Hampshire, England d. 3 Feb 1709, Newbury, Essex, Massachusetts, USA (Age 82 years)  [Father: natural]  [Mother: natural]   7. EMERY, John Jr.,   b. 3 Feb 1628/29, Romsey, Hampshire, England d. 26 Mar 1678 (Age 49 years)  [Father: natural]  [Mother: natural]
  Family ID	F7134	Group Sheet  |  Family Chart
  Last Modified	4 Feb 2024

  
  

• Event Map

  Birth - 29 Mar 1599 - Romsey, Hampshire, England Marriage - 26 Jun 1620 - Whiteparish, Wiltshire, England Married - 26 Jun 1620 - Whiteparish, Wiltshire, England Married - 1627 - England Immigration - On the James of London with his brother Anthony - 1635 - Newbury, Essex, Massachusetts, USA Residence - Between 1635 and 1664 - Essex, Massachusetts, USA Freeman - 2 Jun 1642 - Newbury, Essex, Massachusetts, USA Court Case - Miscarriage with the wife of Henry Travers; fined 3 pounds or to be whipped. Bound to good behavior and not to frequent the company of Henry Travers wife - 29 Sep 1646 - Newbury, Essex, Massachusetts, USA Marriage - 29 Oct 1650 - Newbury, Essex, Massachusetts, USA Misc - One of 17 men who dissented in a town vote to levy taxes to fund a free school - 14 May 1653 - Newbury, Essex, Massachusetts, USA Court Case - Accused of entertaining Quakers - 5 May 1663 - Newbury, Essex, Massachusetts, USA Death - 3 Nov 1683 - Newbury, Essex, Massachusetts, USA  = Link to Google Earth

  
  

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  Documents		Anthony and James Emery
  		Great Migration John Emery (1599-1683)
  		Great Migration: John Emery (1599-1683) https://www.americanancestors.org/DB115/rd/7373/446/235162373 John Emery along with his wife Alice Grantham and their children, accompanied by his brother Anthony Emery, set sail from Southampton on April 3, 1635, aboard the ship "James." They arrived in Boston on June 3, 1635, and soon after, John and his family settled in Newbury. A couple of interesting notes: John Emery faced legal issues in 1663 for entertaining Quakers, a controversial act at the time. He was fined £4 and court costs for his hospitality towards them. We are descended from John and Alice on the Laviolette (Shorey) line. In 1646, the same year that Alice died, John was fined for "miscarriage" with the wife of Henry Travers. Ironically, we are descended from Henry Travers and his wife Bridget on the Wright (Tucker) line

  
  

  Histories

  Life Sketch of John Emery B. 1598

  
  

  Albums		Great Migration (119) The "Great Migration," as defined by the New England Historic Genealogical Society (NEHGS), encompasses the English Puritan migration to New England from 1620 to 1640. This movement primarily involved English Puritans who relocated in family units, driven by a quest for religious freedom and the aspiration to establish a Puritan commonwealth. These migrants originated from various regions of England and settled in areas that now form Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Maine, including the Plymouth Colony and the Massachusetts Bay Colony. An individual's inclusion in the Great Migration Study Project requires evidence of migration to New England within the specified period of 1620 to 1640. The project's objective is to compile biographical and genealogical profiles of all immigrants who arrived in New England during these two decades. The NEHGS has produced extensive volumes and directories, providing details about the lives of these immigrants. This collection presents research on many ancestors who were part of this significant historical migration. You may be shocked by how many there are. Even I was at first. However, most of these Great Migration ancestors are my 9th and 10th great-grandparents, and in some cases 11th and 12th, and with the number of great-grandparents doubling with each generation, the possibilities quickly become immense. We have a total of 1024 sets of 9th great-grandparents and 2048 sets of 10th great-grandparents. This makes finding so many Great Migration ancestors more understandable.
  		Innkeepers & Tavern Owning Ancestors (1) In colonial America, taverns, public houses, and inns were more than mere establishments for lodging and refreshment; they were vital social and economic centers that played a significant role in the fabric of early American society. The ancestors who owned and operated these venues were key figures in their communities, providing essential services and facilitating important social interactions. As the social hubs of their communities, these establishments offered a space for diverse groups - from local farmers to traveling merchants - to gather, exchange news, and engage in lively debates. They were the communal living rooms of the era, where relationships were formed and strengthened. In an age before widespread literacy and mass communication, taverns and inns served as crucial channels for the dissemination of news and information, including political and economic developments. Economically, taverns and public houses were cornerstones of colonial commerce. They functioned not only as places of rest and sustenance for travelers but also as venues for business transactions and trade negotiations. Politically, they played an understated yet critical role. In the turbulent times leading up to the American Revolution, these establishments often became hotbeds of political discussion and activity, laying the groundwork for the democratic ideals that would shape the nation.
  		Black Sheep (1) In the intricate web of family history, we often stumble upon ancestors who stand out as the proverbial 'black sheep.' These individuals, whose actions diverged from the norms and expectations of their times, have left behind a trail of stories ranging from the mildly scandalous to the deeply troubling. Historical records, when carefully examined, reveal tales of ancestors who faced the Colonial courts for drunken misdemeanors, endured public shame for illicit affairs, or were implicated in more grievous acts like theft, violence, and even rape. These narratives, while sometimes amusing in their absurdity or shocking in their severity, form an essential part of our family's multifaceted history, offering a glimpse into the societal values and personal struggles of the past.
  		Founding Families of Newbury (0)

  
  

• Notes

  Interesting note:John Emerty, my 12th GGF on my paternal side was fined for "miscarriage" with the wife of Henry Travers, and it just so happens that Henry Travers and his wife Bridget were my GGP's on my maternal side. ------------------------------ John Emery, born on September 29, 1598, in Romsey, Hampshire, England, embarked on a significant journey to the New World with his family. He, along with his wife Alice Grantham and their children, accompanied by his brother Anthony Emery, set sail from Southampton on April 3, 1635, aboard the ship "James." They arrived in Boston on June 3, 1635, and soon after, John settled in Newbury, Massachusetts. In Newbury, John was granted a half-acre of land at the Lower Green for his house. He quickly became an integral part of the community, becoming a freeman in 1641. He was recognized as one of the ninety-one proprietors with rights in Newbury's common lands. His involvement in the community extended to participating in a committee in 1645, tasked with constructing a grist-mill in Newbury. Despite the town's offer of £20, ten acres of upland, six acres of meadow, and tax exemption, the mill's construction was delayed. John Emery faced legal issues in 1663 for entertaining Quakers, a controversial act at the time. He was fined £4 and court costs for his hospitality towards them. He passed away on November 3, 1683, in Newbury. John Emery Jr., born around 1628 in Romsey, Hampshire, England, accompanied his father to Newbury in 1635. In 1644, he was granted eighty acres of upland near Merrimack River. Part of this land was a gift from his father, and the rest was purchased from Archelaus Woodman. This property has remained with the Emery descendants to this day.

  
  

• Sources

  [S1714] Ancestry.com, Essex County, Massachusetts Probate Records, 1635-1681, (Name: Ancestry.com Operations Inc; Location: Provo, UT, USA; Date: 2002;). Essex County, Massachusetts Probate Records, 1635-1681 [S2372] Ancestry.com, Colonial Families of the USA, 1607-1775, (Name: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc.; Location: Lehi, UT, USA; Date: 2016;). Colonial Families of the USA, 1607-1775 [S2646] Great Migration: Immigrants to New England, 1634-1635, Volume II, C-F Page(s) :441-452 Volume : Vol. II, C-F.