Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting of Friends

MINUTES OF PHILADELPHIA MONTHLY MEETING OF FRIENDS. * ( Continued from Vol. II, p. 171.) At our Monthly Meeting held at the Meeting House upon the front of Delaware this Thirtieth of the Eleventh Month 1690, about the concerns of Truth. The business of John Bristow being moved again to this meeting, Robert Turner being present, hath delivered up the said Bristows bill to the meeting, and John Bristow and John Ithell not being present, friends thought fit to leave the matter to Samuel Carpenter, John Goodson, Thomas Budd & Robert Ewer to Enquire further into the matter and if they are satisfied with the said Bristow's payment of the bill dated the Tenth of the seventh month 1685 for 45 pieces of Eight or the value, that then they should deliver him up his bill. Robert Turner laying before this meeting something concerning money due to him from the Estate of Christopher Taylor, requesting friends would be pleased to assist him in the matter, as far as they could. In order thereto the meeting have requested Samuel Carpenter and Samuel Richardson to use their endeavours in the aforesaid matter, and make report to the next monthly meeting. John Day having misconducted to the dishonor of Truth hath sent a paper of Condemnation to this meeting for the clearing of the Truth, which paper friends have desired James Fox to shew to those persons which were in his Company, or others, that so friends and Truth may be cleared of such miscarriages. * While the style of the original is pretty closely preserved there are slight abbreviations therefrom in the following pages. ( 141 ) 142 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. Agreed that Alexr Beardsley pay Richard Dean's bill of . . 6 . . 8 for nails about the Center meeting house. Samuel Carpenter laid before this meeting a complaint against Griffith Jones for refusing to obey the meeting's determination in relation to Daniel Wharley's matter. The meeting considering thereof have requested Samuel Jennings & John Dellavall to use their Endeavours to persuade the said Griffith to perform the said order, and upon his refusal, to give him notice to appear at the next monthly meeting at this place. Collected this meeting .Z1 . 6 . 0 & left with Alex' Beardsley. 27th of 12th Month, 1690. Joseph Wilcox presenting to this meeting a bill for 136Th nails for the Center Meeting House, In order to have the same discharged, the meeting requests Alexander Beardsley, James Fox and Anthony Morris to inspect into the old subscriptions belonging to the Center or any other, if Barnabas Willcox's subscriptions are paid and also to make up the meeting's accounts with Samuel Carpenter and return their proceedings to the next monthly meeting. The matter referred to friends the last monthly meeting concerning John Bristow, and Steel and Ithell being not Ended, They all appearing at this meeting, satisfied friends that the said Bristow had paid the 45 pieces of Eight, and for the barrells of Beef it is supposed to be William Steels mistake, this being a final end of that matter. A letter from William Steel was this day read wherein he desires this meeting to take further care of his plantation and concerns in these parts. The meeting taking of it into their consideration have thought fit to request Samuel Carpenter, John Goodson, Thomas Budd and Robert Ewer or any two of them to Join with some friends of Newton as they shall think fit and write to the said Steel that it is the meetings desire that he would appoint some Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 143 particular friends as Attorneys to act and do in his business as need shall require, which cannot be conveniently done as a meeting. The busines of Robert Turner referred from the last meeting unto this, is not perfected for want of Arthur Cook's being in town, and therefore continued untill the next monthly meeting. The matter in difference between Samuel Carpenter & Griffith Jones refcred to this meeting being not ended is continued until! the next monthly meeting. Whereas the burying Ground growing strait and too little, friends have thought fit to purchase a certain piece of Ground adjoyning thereunto, which is accordingly laid out by the Surveyor, the returns whereof is in Thomas Fitzwater and Alexanr Beardsley's names, who are desired with Anthony Morris, Francis Rawles, Thomas Hooten, John Parsons and John Dellavall to get a Pattent for the same from the Commissioners, and to take the best advice they can in the managing thereof for the use of friends. Philip Howell bringing a Complaint to this meeting against Richd Hilliard, the meeting having considered thereof do advise the said Philip to persist no further therein, it having been left unto, and Ended by certain friends long since, according to both their satisfaction, and further the said Philip bath promised here in the presence of this meeting to make a Title to a certain piece of Land sold unto Richard Tucker by the next County Court, which the said Tucker complained for want of. Mary Fincher & Margaret Beardsley presents Daniel Pegg and Barbara Jones who declared their intentions of marriage before this meeting, it being the first time. Friends appoint Francis Rawles and Ralph Ward to Enquire into the clearnes of the said Daniel, and make report thereof to the next monthly meeting. Susannah Budd & Sarah Goodson presents Joseph Walker & Margaret Cutler who published their intentions 144 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. of marriage with each other, It being the first time, friends appoint Richard Gove, Abraham Hardiman & John Kinsey or any two of them to make Enquiry into the said Joseph's clearness and report the same to the next monthly meeting. It being laid before this meeting concerning the necessity of the Widow Tibby, the meeting appointed Samuel Carpenter, John Goodson & Alexr Beardsley to make Enquiry into her condition and consult with the women friends about it, that together they may answer her present occasions, and give account thereof to the next monthly meeting. Collected this meeting £1 . 1 . 7 and delivered Alexr Beardsley. 27th of 1st Month, 1691. Its agreed that the bill brought in by Joseph Willcox the last monthly meeting may be answered so much as shall appear due thereon after his fathers subscriptions are cleared and those before mentioned are desired to see it done on account of the meeting. There being some friends appointed to look into the necessity of the widow Tibby, who report to this meeting that they have raised a . 10 . 0 with the assistance of the womens meeting to buy her a Cow, her former Cow being dead. Its agreed that Alex' Beartsley pay the bill of William Fisher so much as doth appear due, which is £1 . 18 . 6. Joseph Walker & Margaret Cutler appeared before this meeting declaring their intentions of marriage, it being the second time, and after enquiry made, nothing appearing to obstruct their proceedings, the meeting left them to their Liberty to Consummate their said intentions according to the good order of Truth. Daniel Pegg & Barbara Jones appeared before this meeting, signifying their intentions of taking each other in marriage, it being the second time, and after Enquiry made concerning the said Daniel nothing appeared to obstruct Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 145 his proceedings, so friends gave way that they might accomplish their aforesaid intentions according to the order of Truth. Collected this meeting 13/9 & left with Alex' Beardsley. 24th of 2d Month, 1691. An Epistle of Stephen Crisp's sent over from Governour Penn to be read in the several monthly and Quarterly Meetings, was this day read, according to its intended service. Robert Turner moving again to this meeting concerning a debt due to him from the Estate of Christopher Taylor, requesting the assistance of friends in the matter, The meeting thought good to Join Arthur Cook and John Dellavall to the forementioned Samuel Carpenter & Samuel Richardson desiring them to use their utmost Endeavours to accomodate and put an end to the aforesaid matter between this and the next monthly meeting. There being a matter of difference laid before this meeting between William Sneed and John Day friends have thought fit to appoint John Hart, Robert Ewer, James Fox, John Martin and David Brientnall or any four of them to hear and Endeavour to put an end to the said difference if possible, and return their answer to the next monthly meeting. Alexr Beardsley & An: Mbrris having been desired to settle the meetings accots with Joseph Willcox they return their answer that it is done and also paid. 29th of 3d Month, 1691. The friends appointed to End the difference between John Day & William Sneed, return their answer to the meeting that it is Ended. The heads of George Fox's testimony delivered at the Yearly Meeting in London 1690, was this day read in this meeting being sent hither from Richard Ford by the way of Barbadoes and ordered to be Entered in the book belong- 146 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. ing to the meeting appointed for such service, which book is left in the hands of Francis Rawles for Entring this with all others according to the meetings appointment. William Bethel! appeared before this meeting signifying his intentions of transporting himself and wife to Jatnaico, requesting a Certificate from this meeting to friends in Jamaico. In order thereto friends appoint James Fox & Robert Ewer to make Enquiry into the said William's clearnes, and return their answer to the next monthly meeting. John Day requested of this meeting a debt on behalf of John Turner for work done at this meeting house, it being 11/3, whereof the meeting paid him 10/, which he returned again for the use of the poor the said Turner owing him the money. The friends appointed to End the busines of Robert Turner concerning moneys due from Christor Taylor report to this meeting that they have viewed & perused the accounts and find that there is due to Robert Turner fortyfour pounds 4/8, which must be paid him out of the Estate of Christopher Taylor, accordingly the meeting have thought fit to Confirm what the aforesaid friends have done in the matter provided that a Title he made to Robert Turner of the Eighty acres of Liberty Land formerly bought of Chrisr Taylor and friends have appointed Samuel Richardson and David Lloyd to use their Endeavour to get the said Title perfected between this and the following Court after this at hand. George Keith leaving his mind with some friends concerning his being released from the School, the Tenth day of the next fourth month, which friends have agreed to accept of, and further the said George hath recommended to this meetings Consideration his Usher Thomas Makin, upon which the meeting have appointed John Delavall, John Jones, Thomas Budd and Anthony Morris to discourse with the said Makin and return his answer to the next Quarterly Meeting. Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 147 There being a letter directed to Ralph Ward from one John Brewster which was brought to this meeting concerning the request of one Hugh Alaslin upon his death bed, which was that friends of Philadelphia meeting would take what care they could to see his children placed out, that so they might be brought up among friends, In order thereto this meeting acquaints Ralph Ward that he may give notice to the person that wrote to him that friends are very willing to assist them in what they may, when the said children shall come or be brought into their hands. Whereas several of the subscriptions towards the School are unpaid, The meeting being Engaged for the same, they have requested Alexander Beardsley, Anthony Morris, Francis Rawles, John Delavall and Samuel Richardson to use their Endeavour to get in what is unpaid of the said subscriptions, and they are desired to pay what money they receive unto Robert Turner and give account thereof to the next monthly meeting. Collected this meeting £1 . 14 . 0 and delivered Alex' Beardsley. 26th of 4th Month, 1691. Its agreed that John Delavall, Samuel Carpenter and Anthony Morris do make up the account with Alexr Beardsley belonging to the meeting, and what shall appear to be the ballance, so much of it as is needful, its agreed by the meeting it may be taken to make up the money borrowed of Robert Turner upon account of the meeting for the use of George Keith. The Children of Hugh Mashlin being brought to this town, they being both Girls, friends thought fit to leave them to the consideration of the women's meeting. Whereas there is money due to Samuel Carpenter from this meeting, which he paid on the meetings account to Griffith Jones, and there being a subscription a great while since for the paying of the same, Its requested by the meet- 148 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. ing that John Delavall, Samuel Richardson and Alexr Beardsley do use their Endeavour for the gathering of what is behind of the said subscription and pay the same to Samuel Carpenter on accot of the meeting. William Fisher appeared before this meeting acquainting friends of his intentions to transport himself and family to Old England, and desires a Certificate from this meeting. In order thereto The meeting have appointed William Southerby and Philip England to make Enquiry concerning the said William Fisher & return their answer to the next monthly meeting. Collected this meeting £1 . 14 . 9. left with Alex' Beardsley. 31st of 5th Month, 1691. Whereas there was an order of the last monthly meeting that Samuel Carpenter, John Delavall & Anthony Morris should make up the meetings acco" with Alexr Beardsley which is accordingly done, and the meeting desires him to continue until further order to manage the same affair, there being at present in his hands but £4 . 14 . 0 in Goods and 15/. in money. The friends appointed to Collect the subscriptions for paying of Samuel Carpenter have not yet Entered upon the matter, therefore are desired to continue to do what they can therein against the next monthly meeting. Friends appointed to Enquire concerning William Fisher return their answer to this meeting that they hear of nothing that may hinder his having a Certificate, and in order thereto the meeting appointed Alexr Beardsley to get one ready and present it to the next monthly meeting that it may be there signed. Whereas there was a minute Entered several meetings past concerning moneys due to Robert Turner from the Estate of Christr Taylor requesting the meetings assistance accordingly the meeting ordered some friends to Inspect in- Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 149 to the matter, and use their endeavour to put an end to it, if they could, which they did, and return'd their answer, but Rob' Turner being dissatisfied therewith by reason as he says he gave no such liberty to the meeting but only for their assistance, and so the meeting leaves him to his liberty to take what course he can consistent to the order of Truth. There being a difference depending between William Pike and Christopher Sibthorp laid before this meeting, and they both submitting the matter to the said meeting, and promising to abide by their order. They have chosen John Jones, Samuel Richardson and Samuel Jennings to put an end thereunto, and give account thereof to the next monthly meeting. The said William Pike proposes his intentions of going to Jamaico and desires a Certificate he being to go away in a day or two more, The meeting Requests John Kinsey and Richard Gove to enquire concerning his clearne,s, and if they find nothing contrary to sign him a Certificate in the behalf of the meeting, he having put up his bill a month since according to the law of the province. There being a difference depending between John Busbey of the one part and Thomas Hooten & his mother of the other part laid before this meeting, and they all submitting the matter to friends, its appointed that John Goodson, Alexander Beardsley and Samuel Carpenter or any two of them do Enquire into the matter and endeavour to put an end thereto, and give account thereof to the next monthly meeting. William Bradford laying before this meeting his agreement with friends for a yearly Salary, which being unpaid, he desires that friends would take care that he may have the same. In order thereunto the meeting have appointed Samuel Carpenter, Griffith Owen and Samuel Jennings to write to the several quarterly meetings belonging to the Yearly Meeting to put them in remembrance of the great disappointment that the said William Bradford is at, for want of his pay. 150 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. William Southerby lays before the meeting a Complaint against James Stanfield on behalf of one in Maryland, for withholding a debt due to the said person, by which Truth is dishonoured. The meeting have requested Alexr Beardsley & Antho : Morris to speak to the foresaid Stanfield concerning the matter, and return their answer to the next monthly meeting. Jacob Tilnor requests of this meeting that whereas he bath had books printed by Consent of the half years meeting of publick friends, and the charge being too heavy for him, he desires as aforesaid that the meeting would assist him to pay the printer according to the order of friends in that case provided. Collected this meeting 15/9. left with Alexr Beardsley 28th of 6th Month, 1691. The subscriptions for paying Samuel Carpenter not being collected, the same friends are still desired to use their Endeavour for the accomplishing thereof against the next monthly meeting. There being a difference laid before the last meeting between John Bushey and Thomas Hooten and some friends appointed to End the same, who report to this meeting they have Ended all differences Except that which is concerning the delivery of the Goods belonging to Christopher Taylors other children unto Israel, which they say they could not meddle with, and therefore friends of this meeting do agree with the Judgment of the friends formerly mentioned to Inspect that matter, that it was condemnable in the said Thomas Hootton in the doing thereof, being forewarned by several friends. Its appointed by this meeting that the next Quarterly Meeting be held the next sixth day of the week ensuing, by reason that The Yearly meeting day falleth out upon the day that this quarterly meeting is wont to be kept, and friends are desired to give notice thereof to all concerned. Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 151 There being a complaint come into this meeting against Thomas Making, friends having read the same do request Griffith Owen, Robert Turner, and what friends else that are minded to accompany them, to Enquire into the Truth thereof, and make their report to the next monthly meeting. It being laid before this meeting that Micha Thomas bath sued Benjamin Chambers at the Court without giving him Gospel order, which friends not approving of, hath requested William Southerby & Francis Rawles to acquaint him that the sence of this meeting is that it may be Ended against the next Court. Collected this meeting 16/6, and left with Alexr Beardsley. 25th of 7th Month, 1691. The friends appointed to Collect the subscriptions for paying Saran Carpenter return their answer that they have not done it, by reason the subscription papers were missing which are now found, and therefore they are desired still to continue their care in prosecuting the matter, with what Expedition they can. There being some friends appointed by the last meeting to speak with Thomas Makin about something that was laid to his charge, have Examined the matter and find there was not occasion for what was reported concerning him. The meeting requests John Jones with Thomas Bradford and John Parsons to view this meeting house and consider what there may be present need of for securing the same, and to get it done with what speed they can, and the meeting will pay the charge thereof. The subscription for William Bradford was presented to this meeting, it having been recommended from the two last Yearly Meetings to the several quarterly and monthly meetings belonging thereunto, and to put the matter forward friends desire Samuel Carpenter, John Jones and 152 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. Anthony Morris to go about with the paper of subscriptions, and Endeavour to get what they can added to the same, and Collect what is already subscribed between this and the next monthly meeting. Elisabeth Hoodt & Hannah Carpenter presents Thomas Griffith and Judith Delaplaine who declared their intentions of marriage with each other, it being the first time, friends appoint William Bradford & Abraham Hardiman to Enquire into the young mans clearnes, and make report thereof to the next monthly meeting. Collected this meeting 5/9. left with Alexander Beardsley. 30th of 8th Month, 1691. The friends appointed to Inspect this meetinghouse Report they have accordingly done it, but have not had time to perform the work, but intend to do it as soon as they can. The friends that were appointed to take care of the subscriptions for William Bradford, being Samuel Carpenter, Anthony Morris & John Jones. the said Samuel having been sick it hath been neglected, and therefore friends desire they may use what diligence they can to accomplish the same. There being a difference laid before this meeting between John Jones & Peter Baynton, both of whom referring the matter to this meeting, its appointed that Robert Turner, Humphry Murray, Sam' Carpenter & John Dellavall or any three of them do hear and determine the said difference on behalf of this meeting, and return their proceedings to the next monthly meeting. Elisabeth Hoodt & Hannah Carpenter presents Thomas Griffiths & Judith Delaplaine, who declared their intentions of marriage before this meeting, it being the second time, and the persons appointed to Enquire into the young man's clearnes reports that after Enquiry made they hear of nothing to obstruct their proceedings, and therefore the meeting leaves them to their liberty to consummate their intentions according to the good order of Truth. Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 153 Collected this meeting £1 . 5 . 9 & left with Alex' Beardsley. It being moved to this meeting concerning the alteration of the meetings for this winter time, after Consideration, friends have agreed that the first day meetings may begin at the Eleventh hour at the Center, and at this meeting house at the same time and one meeting of a day at each place, and likewise on the fifth day of the week in the samemanner, and to continue till further order. Its also desired that Alexr Beardsley give notice thereof at both meetings the first day Ensuing. 27th of 9th Month, 1691. Friends desire Samuel Carpenter, John Jones & Anthony Morris to continue their care in getting in the subscriptions for William Bradford according to the meetings agreement with him. Sarah Goodson & Mary Sibthorp presented James Coates ez Mary Watson who laid their intentions of marriage before friends, who appointed Thomas Budd & John Parsons to enquire into the young mans clearnes, and make report thereof to the next monthly meeting. Its desired by friends that Thomas Budd, Griffith Owen ez Robert Ewer do take care to get in the subscriptions for the school, there being another quarters Salary due within Ten days. Mary Sibthorp having presented George Palmers letter to his mother and sister from Masqueness, in order to have a subscription, In consideration whereof this meeting doth refer it untill the quarterly meeting for their concurrence therein, which is to be held at the Schoolhouse. Collected this meeting £2 . 16 . 9 & left with Alex' Beardsley. 29th of 11th Month, 1691. George Keith moving to this meeting that friends account 154 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. with him may be made up and settled, In order thereunto Samuel Jennings, John Delavall & Anthony Morris are to take care therein, and that it may be discharged if there be any stock belonging to the meeting in Bank. Robert Turner presented a paper to this meeting being a Copy of one paragraph of John Fuller's will wherein he gives Ten pounds to the poor of Philadelphia to be disposed of as this monthly meeting of friends shall think fit. Sarah Goodson & Mary Sibthorp presents James Coates and Mary Watson who declared their intentions of marriage, it being the second time, and after Enquiry made, nothing appearing to obstruct, the meeting left them to their Liberty to consummate their intentions according to the good order of Truth. Nathaniel Poole appeared before this meeting signifying his intentions of taking Elisabeth Lucas of the falls to wife, and requested of this meeting a Certificate to the monthly meeting at the falls. In order thereto the meeting appoints William Harwood and James West to Enquire into the young mans clearnes and report the same to the next monthly meeting. There being books in the hands of William Bradford which friends are oblidged to take, Alex' Beardsley is desired to receive them and may pay what is due to him for the same. A difference being laid before this meeting between William Bradford & William Brightwen, Friends have appointed John Delavall, Sari" Jennings, Samuel Richardson, Anthony Morris, John Jones, James Fox and Francis Rawle's or any four of them to use their Endeavour to put an end thereto between this and the next monthly meeting. There being also a difference laid before this meeting between Samuel Richardson and Joseph Willcox, the matter with their own Consent, by approbation of the meeting is left to John Delavall & David Lloyd to put an end thereto. George Keith moving to this meeting that he hath a book Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 155 to be printed & fearing least he should not have another opportunity, being not disposed to stay long here, In order thereto The meeting have appointed Thomas Lloyd, Samuel Jennings, John Delavall, Thomas Wynne, Griffith Owen and John Hart or any four of them to peruse the said book, and if no objection arises that then it may go to the press, or any other upon the like occasion. Collected this meeting £1 . 16 . 8 ct left with Alexr Beardsley. 26th of 12th Month, 1691/2. Nathaniel Poole appeared before this meeting the second time, requesting a Certificate to the monthly meeting at the falls, The friends appointed to Enquire concerning his clearnes Report to this meeting that they hear of nothing to obstruct his proceedings therefore the meeting requests Audio : Morris to write a Certificate for the said Poole and sign the same on behalf of the sd meeting. Whereas it was ordered by time last monthly meeting that six friends or any four of them should peruse the book of George Keith's before it was printed, In order thereunto three of the friends with some others met together, who heard the said book read, and report to this meeting that they find not any thing therein that may let or binder its printing. There being sent to this meeting a letter from Elitabeth Walker on behalf of her self and some few friends more, desiring that they might have the Consent and unity of friends in keeping a small meeting at home because they are not in Capacity to come to the public meeting so oft as they desire. The meeting having considered thereof do Condescend they may have a small meeting for their accommodation, provided that it be in the day time, and that it be not hurtful to the public meeting, and so to continue untill friends see occasion to the contrary. There being a difference between George Keith and John 156 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. Day, the meeting requests Thomas Lloyd, Thomas Wynne, John Delavall and William Gabitas or any three of them to hear the matter and use their Endeavour to end the same against the next monthly meeting. Its ordered that Alex? Beardsley pay John Parsons's bill for work, and Thomas Parsons is referred to the next monthly meeting. Collected this meeting £1 . 3 . 0 and left with Alexr Beardsley. Abel Noble appeared before this meeting declaring his intentions of marriage with Mary Garrett, and requesting a Certificate from this meeting to the monthly meeting at Derby to signify his clearnes, it being the first time, friends appoint John Kinsey and Richard Hillier to Enquire concerning him, and return their answer to the next monthly meeting. 25th of 1st Month, 1692. The matter in difference laid before the last monthly meeting between John Day and George Keith being not yet heard by the friends appointed, Its desired that Anthony Morris may be Joined to the foresaid friends, in the room of Thomas Wynne deceased, and to continue their care to End the same against the next monthly meeting. Alexr Beardsley reports he paid John Parson's bill accordink to the order of last meeting, being five pounds. Abel Noble appeared before this meeting signifying his intentions of marriage with Mary Garrett desiring a Certificate to Darby meeting. It being the second time and after Enquiry made nothing appearing to obstruct the meeting desires Anthony Morris to write the said Noble a Certificate and sign the same on behalf of the said meeting. Whereas the meetings were altered for the Inconveniency of the winter Season Friends have considered that the days now growing longer, Its time that they may return to their Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 157 former hours as they were the last Summer and to begin the next first day. Its ordered that Alexr Beardsley pay the bill of Thomas Parsons, he allowing the several subscriptions that he hath from time to time subscribed. Edward Walters complaining against William Gabitas, James Fox & James Cooper are appointed to give notice to the said Gabitas that he would appear at the next monthly meeting, he being now absent, or if they can, to End the matter in the mean time. Collected this meeting 9/11 & left with Alexr Beardsley. 29th of 2d Month, 1692. Its requested by this meeting that if any friends have it in their minds to visit such friends as frequent the Separate Meeting, that they would accordingly do it, & tenderly admonish them in order to bring them to a sense of their Condition, and make report thereof to the next monthly meeting. The difference between Edward Walters and William Gabitas is ended. William Bradford proposing to this meeting that if friends saw it fitting he desired to be discharged from the Engagement between friends and him, concerning the press. friends having Considered the matter are very willing the said Bradford should be free, so far as it concerns this meeting, and the meeting appoints Samuel Carpenter, John Delavall, Robert Ewer & Alexr Beardsley to Collect what is subscribed and due for the time past, within the limits of this meeting and pay the same to William Bradford, and bring an account thereof to the next monthly meeting. William Bradford also acquainted friends that he was desired by the Yearly Meeting held at Burlington to send for six books of each sort out of England, that bath been printed since 1690, which being come, and it being a great while to the next Yearly Meeting, and he proposing to this meeting to take them, friends thought the charge too great, and was 158 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. willing to take no more than one of a sort, for the particular service of this meeting, which is supposed may answer the End intended by sending for them. Collected this meeting . 13 . 3. & left with Alexr Beardsley. 26th of 3d Month, 1692. It having been moved to this meeting concerning the dissatisfaction of some friends supposing that William Stockdale hath given George Keith occasion to complain against him, and they both having formerly left the matter to public friends meeting which was not there Ended, and it being hard pressed upon this meeting for their consideration, and the meeting of public friends being again near at hand, therefore its desired that John Goodson & Anthony Morris do recommend the said matter to their meeting again in order to have truth cleared, and offences taken out of the way, desiring a return thereof to the next Quarterly meeting it being near at hand. John Whitpain appeared at this meeting requesting a Certificate in order to marriage, It being the first time, friends appoint James Fox, Alexander Beardsley and Francis Rawles to make Enquiry concerning his clearnes & return their answer to the next monthly meeting. James Delaplaine also appeared at this meeting requesting a Certificate in order to marriage, It being the first time, friends appoint Samuel Carpenter, Thomas Griffith aud Albertus Brandt to make Enquiry concerning the said James his clearness, and return their answer to the next monthly meeting. Whereas at a monthly meeting the 29th of the 11th month 1691/2, Thomas Fitzwater charged George Keith with Denying the sufficiency of the Light, which George Keith denying, Thomas Fitzwater insisted he could prove the same, and being Examined concerning his proof, several friends present stood up and said they heard the said George Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 159 say it, and after the matter had been thoroughly heard the Evidences as aforesaid gave in their testimony to the Truth of his disowning the Light to be sufficient without something else whose names were Thomas Pritchard, William Harwood, Benjamin Chambers, Francis Rawles, William Southerby and others and therefore friends saw no cause to give Judgment against Thomas Fitzwater for that perticular, but the said Thomas left the matter very readily to the meeting, and Condemned the Rash spirit that he spoke those words in, although the charge in itself was true. The friends appointed to Collect the subscriptions for William Bradford have done nothing therein since the last monthly meeting, and so are desired to continue their care in the said matter. Seamercy Adams being about to leave this province Requested from friends a Certificate of his orderly walking amongst us, In order thereunto friends appoint Alexander Beardsley & Christopher Sibthorp to make Enquiry concerning the said Seamercy and return their answer to the next monthly meeting. Ordered that Alexr Beardsley pay the bill due from the meeting to Thomas Cross & also that he give The Hollyman 12/ out of the meeting stock or more, if he should want it. Collected this meeting 18/. left with Alexr Beardsley. 24th of 4th Month, 1692. The meeting requests Anthony Morris to write a Certificate for John Whitpain to be sent to friends of Rhoad Island to satisfie them concerning his clearnes in relation to marriage and sign the same on behalf of the meeting, and also one for James Delaplaine to be sent to Long Island for the satisfaction of friends there, upon the same occasion and sign the same as aforesaid. Its agreed by the meeting that Seamercy Adams may have a Certificate concerning his orderly behaviour amongst 160 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. friends, if be should leave the province before our next monthly meeting, and that Anthony Morris do it as aforesaid on behalf of the meeting. Whereas there bath been a Contribution in this County and the County of Chester, toward the redemption and relief of Captives at Masquenes in Turkey and more especially for George Palmer who is or was lately a prisoner there, the sum collected being £83 . 18 . 2 . which friends desire Samuel Jennings and Samuel Carpenter to take care to return it unto the friends appointed in London to be their receivers, and also to signify to them, the intent for which it was Collected. The paper from the meeting of public friends was this day read in our meeting, wherein the Condemnation of George Keith and his adherents in the late Separation was well set forth and approved. Ordered that Alexr Beardsley pay for this meetings proportion of Jacob Tilnors books which was printed, being yet unpaid for. 29th of 5th Month, 1692. There being a paper sent to this meeting from William Bradford wherein he says there is a difference between himself and Thomas Duckett, and neither of them being present the meeting requests Griffith Owen and William Southbey to acquaint Thomas Duckett thereof, and if any such difference be, that he would chuse two friends, and William Bradford other two, and that they may use their endeavour to put an End thereunto, before the next monthly meeting. An Epistle from Thomas William and James Dickinson was this day read in our meeting, wherein friends was well satisfyed, and ordered that it be read the next first day in the afternoon public meeting. Likewise George Gray's Certificate from Barbadoes was read, and Ralph Jackson's from Maryland. Its requested by this meeting that Samuel Carpenter & Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 161 John Delavall do treat with those that are concerned in the paying William Bradford towards the agreement about the press, they not meeting with us at present, that they may pay their share, and the foresaid friends may adjust the matter with them, and bring an account thereof to the next monthly meeting. There being a complaint brought to this meeting against William Boulding he being not here at present, the meeting have desired Griffith Owen, Robert Ewer, John Kinsey, William Southbey, John Goodson and Evan Morris to Enquire into the matter, and give account thereof to the next monthly meeting. Collected this meeting £3. 12. 9 & left with Alexr Beardsley. 26th of 6th Month, 1692. Friends appointed to Enquire into the difference of William Bradford & Thomas Duckett Report to this meeting that it is Ended, and that the said Willm Bradford had no cause of difference. The business concerning the free school being again moved in this meeting, and the time being long past that friends agreed with him for, The meeting desires Alexr Beardsley and Anthony Morris to give the said School master a quarter's warning according to friends agreement. The friends appointed to Enquire into the matter of William Boulding have brought a paper from the said Boulding which doth not satisfy friends, and therefore the same friends are requested to use their Endeavour to make him sensible of his Evil, so that he may give forth such satisfaction as will answer friends, and clear truth. Elizabeth Fox and Joan Forrest presents Thomas Morris and Margaret Winell who declared their intentions of marriage, It being the first time, friends appoint John Jennett and William Harwood to Enquire into the said Thomas's clearnes and report the same to the next monthly meeting. 162 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. The Yearly Meeting and our Quarterly Meeting falling upon one day, Its ordered that the quarterly meeting be held the next third day being the 30th of this month, and that friends give notice to each other thereof. Griffith Jones charging Robert Ewer with several miscarriages, the meeting appointed Arthur Cook, John Delavall, Samuel Carpenter and Anthony Morris to Enquire into the matter, and return their answer to the next monthly meeting. Evan Morris his Certificate was this day read in our meeting. Collected this meeting 19/3. and left with Alexr Beardsley. 29th of 7th Month, 1692. Alexr Beardsley & Anth. Morris being requested by the last monthly meeting to give the school master a quarters warning according to agreement, Return their answer they have done it, and there being a quarters Salary due to him the 10th Instant, friends request Christopher Sibthorp and Abraham Hardyman to Collect the said subscriptions that it may be perfected before the next monthly meeting. Thomas Morris & Margaret Winch 1 appeared before this meeting, and declared their intentions of marriage it being the second time, and after Enquiry made nothing appearing to obstruct, the meeting left them to their Liberty to Consummate their aforesaid intentions according to the good order of Truth. Thomas Paschall Junior appeared before this meeting desiring a Certificate to the monthly meeting of Harford of his clearnes in relation to marriage, friends appoint Paul Saunders and William Powell to make Enquiry concerning the Young mans clearnes, and report the same to the next monthly meeting. Its requested by this meeting that John Jennet and William Harwood may use their Endeavour to Collect what is behind of the Subscriptions for William Bradford and get Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 163 as much more as they can subscribed towards making up the sum due to him and pay the same unto Samuel Carpenter and what more is wanting Sam' Carpenter is desired to pay the said Bradford, and the meeting will repay him again. William Stockdale appeared before this meeting and signified his mind to leave this province and desired a Certificate of his orderly behaviour, whereupon the meeting desires Samuel Jennings, Humphry Murray, Samuel Carpenter, Samuel Richardson, Alexr Beardsley, Antho. Morris, Robt Ewer, Willm Southeby or any six of them to Enquire into the Condition of the said Willm Stockdale, & return their answer to the next monthly meeting. Whereas Robert Turner having signd a paper against friends that was directed to this meeting, friends having taken it into consideration, Requests William Southeby, John Delavall and John Goodson to visit him in order to make him sensible of his outgoings in that particular, that if possible he may be brought back again, and return his answer to the next monthly meeting. Collected this meeting 14/. and left with Alexander Beardsley. 28th of 8th Month, 1692. The friends appointed to Enquire into the condition of William Stockdale return answer that his inclinations for removal of his family at present is ceased, and this meeting desires John Delavall, Samuel Carpenter ez Alexr Beardsley to look into his necessity, and relieve him out of the public Stock. Whereas John Goodson, John Delavall and William Southeby were desired to speak with Robert Turner, that he give friends satisfaction wherein he hath grieved them in signing the paper given forth at the separate meeting at Burlington, and some of the said persons appointed to this service being out of town, It yet remains as a duty on them. and to make return the next meeting. 164 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. Whereas William Boulding has not yet sufficiently given friends satisfaction concerning the reproach that friends and Truth Lay under, it is desired that Thomas Duckett and Reese Peters speak to him that he clear truth and friends, or they will be necessitated to clear it themselves by giving out a paper of Condemnation against him. Thomas Paschall appearing a second time at this meeting to desire a Certificate to friends of Harford monthly meeting it was accordingly granted. Mary Sibthorp and Edith Saunders presented John Rhoads and Hannah Willcox who declared their intentions of marriage to this meeting, being the second time. * and after Enquiry made, all things being clear, the meeting leaves them to their liberty to Consummate their intentions according to the order of Truth. Jane Oliver and Grace Rakestraw presented Nicholas Ireland & Elisabeth Humphreys who declared their intentions of marriage to this meeting, being the first time, and the said Nicholas belonging to another meeting he was required to bring a Certificate from Derby friends against the next monthly meeting. It was agreed unanimously by friends of this meeting that there should be a subscription towards John Carver's relief, who lost most he had by fire that fell out while he and his wife were at their usual meeting, and friends desire James Fox to communciate the same to friends of Chester meeting for their furtherance thereof. There being a difference presented to this meeting by Edward Farmer between himself and John Goodson, the said Edward desiring to have his choice of others as well as friends, the meeting consented thereto, and he made choice of Andrew Robinson & Robert Turner, and John Goodson referring the same to friends, they desire John Delavall and Sam' Carpenter to endeavour to End the difference betwixt them, and make report to the next monthly meeting. *The minute of first declaration missing. Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 165 Ordered that Alexander Beardsley pay John Kinsey and James Moore's bill for work £2. 1. 7. Collected this meeting 4/6 and left with Alexr Beardsley. 25th of 9th month 1692. Friends appointed to speak with Robert Turner about signing the paper of the separate meeting at Burlington, return their answer to this meeting that they have accordingly spoke with him, and that he told them he was well satisfied in what he had done, which was the chief part of what he said. Friends desire Samuel Carpenter and Anthony Morris to request him to come to the next monthly meeting at this place in order to give friends satisfaction in the matter aforesaid. This meeting requests Samuel Carpenter to Inspect into the account of this meeting house and that at the Center, and that he may bring a Copy of the subscribers names for the satisfaction of friends, that it may be seen who is chiefly cencerned therein. There being a paper sent to this meeting from a pretended monthly meeting held at the house of Philip James, sign'd by George Keith, Thomas Budd, Thomas Godfrey, Abraham Opdegrave, Nicholas Pearce aud Thomas Rutter, which they call a proposal, and friends having considered thereof do return them answer that our meeting is fixed at the usual hour as formerly, and that we cannot own them as a monthly meeting of the people called Quakers, nor Compound with them in any such matter. Sarah Goodson & Hannah Carpenter present Isaac Warner & Ann Craven, who published to this meeting their intentions of marriage, it being the first time. friends appoint Thomas Duckett & Reese Peters to Enquire into the young mans clearnes, and report their answer to the next monthly meeting. Elisabeth Fox & Grace Rakestraw presents John Hutchins & Mary Davis who declared their intentions of marriage, 166 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. It being the first time friends appoint Evan Morris & Evan Oliver to make Enquiry into the said John's clearnes, and report the same to the next monthly meeting. Nicholas Ireland & Elisabeth Humphris appeared before this meeting the second time signifying their intentions of marriage, and after Enquiry made, nothing appearing to hinder the same, friends left them to their liberty to Consummate their intentions according to the good order of Truth. The matter in difference between John Goodson & Edwd Farmer is not yet ended, and therefore the foresaid friends are desired still to continue their care therein against the next monthly meeting. Alexr Beardsley is ordered to pay the bill of £2. 2. 0 due to Nicholas Rideout. Collected this meeting £1 . 19 . 3 . left with Alexr Beardsley. At our Monthly Meeting held at the Meeting House in Philadelphia on Delaware side to Inspect the affairs of Truth this Thirtieth of the Tenth month 1692. [Usual form.] Samuel Carpenter being desired by the last monthly meeting to Enquire into the subscriptions of this meeting house and bring an account thereof to this meeting, he being not here at present, it is continued untill the next meeting. The friends appointed to End the difference between John Goodson & Edward Farmer report to this meeting that they have done nothing in the matter by reason that Edward Farmer hath not moved therein, and John Goodson desiring that the matter might be Ended, friends request John Delavall & Sam' Carpenter to advise the said Edward as from the meeting, to make an end thereof. A paper from the Yearly Meeting of friends in Maryland was this day read in our meeting being a Condemnation of George Keith's spirit of separation, and reviling Truth and Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 167 friends by his books, which was approved of by this meeting, and Anthony Morris is requested to read the same, the next first day, in the public meeting and Copies thereof sent to every monthly meeting that desires it. Collected this meeting £2. 0. 4 left with Alexr Beardsley. Isaac Warner & Ann Craven appeared before this meeting the second time, declaring their intentions of marriage, and after Enquiry made, nothing appearing to obstruct, The meeting left them to Consummate their intentions according to the good order of Truth. John Hutchins & Mary Davis appeared before this meeting the second time, declaring their intention of marriage, and after Enquiry made, nothing appearing to obstruct, friends left them to their liberty to consummate their intentions according to the good order of Truth. Its desired by this meeting that Alexr Beardsley do receive the money of Robert Turner that was given to the poor by John Fuller, to be disposed of by this meeting. 27th of 11th Month 1692/3. Samuel Carpenter being desired to bring an account of the subscribers belonging to this meeting house hath accordingly done it. The friends appointed to end the difference between Edward Farmer and John Goodson return their answer that it is done. Its desired that Alex? Beardsley and Anthony Morris do make up the account with Robert Turner and see that things be settled. Andrew Griscom presenting to this meeting a paper wherein he says there is money due to him for the addition of the length of the Gallery at the Center Meeting house. The meeting having considered thereof do appoint John Jones and William Southeby to make Enquiry into the matter, and to act in that behalf as they shall see meet, and bring an account thereof to the next monthly meeting. 168 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. The meeting having considered of the violent pulling down of the Gallery in the front meeting house by Robert Turner & William Preston, and have desired Samuel Carpenter, Alexr Beardsley & Anthony Morris to visit Robert Turner & lay the matter before him, friends being dissatisfied with his proceedings therein, and that they may return his answer to the next monthly meeting, & that satisfaction may be given. William Boulding still persisting in the conduct for which he was complained of, William Southeby, Griffith Owen and Evan Morris are desired to visit him and endeavour to make him sensible of his misconduct. Ann Jennings and Mary Sibthorp presented Samuel Cart and Sarah Goodson, who declared their intentions of marriage the first time : William Hudson and James Fox are appointed to inquire concerning his clearness. Collected this meeting .Z1 . 11 . 6 . left with Alexr Beardsley. James Jacobs having of late deserted friends meeting, In order to the regaining or making of him sensible of the evil thereof, they have requested John Delavall, William Gabitas, and William Southeby to visit him as aforesaid, and return their answer to the next monthly meeting. 24th of 12th Month 1692/3. The matter of Andrew Griscom concerning the Center Meeting house not being ended the same friends are continued therein. The friends appointed to make up the meetings account with Robert Turner return their answer it is done and the money also received that was given by John Fuller ; and concerning the pulling down of the Gallery, the said Robert Turner's answer was that he had always a Testimony against Galleries in meeting houses, and that he was well satisfied with what he had done. The meeting considering his answer are dissatisfied therewith, and think it was a Con- Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 169 demnable act, and do refer the matter to the further hearing of the next quarterly Meeting. James Jacobs not answering friends love toward him the same friends are desired to visit him again. Marget Cook and Hannah Carpenter presents Samuel Buckley and Ann Jones, who declared their intentions of marriage : William Hudson and James Fox are appointed to inquire as to his clearnes. Mary Sibthorp and Margaret Beardsley present William Trotter and Rebeckah Theach, who declared their intentions of marriage the first time : John Kinsey and Richard Gove are appointed to inquire as to his clearness. Collected this meeting £1 . 7. 0 and left with Alexander Beardsley. 31st of 1st Month, 1693. The matter of Andrew Griscom concerning the Center meeting was spoken to, but he having not finished the Gallery, it could not be known what the Issue will be, therefore the same friends are desired to Inspect the same as before. Collected this meeting £1 . 19 . 3 and left in the hands of Alexr Beardsley. Ann Jennings & Mary Sibthorp presents Samuel Cart of Cheltnam in this County, and Sarah Goodson the daughter of John & Sarah Goodson of this town, in order to marriage, and it being the second time, and the young woman having a discharge from Edward Farmer who laid some claim to her, the meeting being satisfied gave their consent to their consummating their said intentions. A Certificate to the monthly meeting at Philadelphia Greeting. Whereas Samuel Cart having requested a Certificate from our monthly meeting in order to marriage These are therefore to Certify that after Enquiry made we find nothing that may obstruct his proceeding. Signed in behalf & 11 order of our Monthly Meeting in Dublin Township the 30th of 11th mo : 1692/3. William Preston. 170 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. Margaret Cook & Hannah Carpenter presents Samuel Buckley and Ann Jones, both of this meeting, who declared their intentions of marriage, it being the second time, and the meeting gave there approbation to the consumation thereof. Margaret Beardsley and Diana Hardyman present William Trotter aud Rebeckah Theach, both of this meeting, who declared their intentions the second time and received the approval of the meeting. William Boulding's acknowledgment for keeping Elisabeth Evan in his house contrary to the advice of friends, entered on minutes. 28th of 2d Month 1693. Richard Whitfield bringing a letter unto this meeting that came from the monthly meeting of Hartshaw in Lancashire, concerning the Estate in their hands belonging to the children of Humphrey Hodges, which they desire that friends of the Monthly meeting at this place would take it here into their hands for the service of the said Children and in order to answer the Requests of the monthly meeting aforesaid, and Richard Whitfield and his wife, this meeting have requested Griffith Owen, John Delavall, Samuel Carpenter & Antho : Morris to act and do whatsoever they shall see convenient in the foresaid busines on behalf of this meeting. 26th of 3d Month 1693. The busines mentioned at the last meeting not being as yet performed, by reason that Anthony Morris was out of the way, this meeting therefore desires John Goodson to act in his place, or that any three of them will take care to see the same accomplished by the next opportunity. William Harwood appeared at this meeting and desired a Certificate from friends here along with him, who intends for England by the first opportunity, George Gray likewise Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 171 intending to go to Barbadoes desired a Certificate from this meeting. William Laycock appearing at this meeting desired a Certificate he intending to depart this province for Old England, And the meeting desires Griffith Owen & Robert Ewer to make Enquiry concerning the three persons before mentioned, and write Certificates for them, and sign the same in behalf of the meeting, and as many more as they shall see meet. The Gallery at the Center Meeting house having work done to it that comes to £7 . 10 . 0 more than Andrew Griscom has received, by the Judgment of two workmen, one chosen by the meeting and the other by said Andrew, their names John Parsons and Joseph Cross, and Alexr Beardsley is desired to pay the same out of the meetings Stock. Collected this meeting £2 . 3 . Of & left in the hands of Alex? Beardsley. It is desired by this meeting that Griffith Owen, Robert Ewer and William Southeby speak to Paul Saunders concerning his absenting himself from our meetings of worship and make it their Endeavour to bring him to a Bence of the evil thereof. Its agreed by friends of this meeting that 20/ of the Legacy given by John Fuller to be disposed of by this meeting, be given to Katharine Morgan towards the maintenance of her Children and that Alex? Beardsley pay the same to her. 30th of 4th Month 1693. The meeting of friends at Hartshaw in Lancashire in Old England their request to this meeting together with Richard Whitfield & his wife in behalf of the Children of Humphry Hodges, is answered by the forenamed persons, and security taken for the money by way of mortgage, and the papers in Samuel Carpenter's bands. Thomas Makin having brought in a bill of a . 15 . 7. in which he is behind of his pay when he was Usher to George Keith, the meeting taking the same into their con- 172 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. sideration do order Alex? Beardsley to pay the same as soon as he hath stock in his hands. Margaret Cook & Hannah Carpenter present John Saunders and Elizabeth Wood, who declared their intentions of marriage, it being the first time : John Parsons and Thomas Griffith are appointed to inquire into the young man's clearness. Collected this meeting .£1 . 17 . 9. and left in the hands of Alexr Beardsley. Agreed this meeting that the first days meeting be altered to have one at this place beginning between 9 & 10 of the Clock in the morning, the other at the Center beginning at or about 3 in the afternoon, and Alexr Beardsley give friends notice thereof the next first day. Mary Rochford being left a widow with 5 small children, the meeting desires Samuel Carpenter, Robert Ewer, James Fox, John Jones, William Hudson and John Goodson to give her the best advice they can, in order to settle herself for a livelyhood, and to take knowledge whether she have need of outward assistance, and make report thereof to the meeting as there shall be occasion. John Pritchard Junior making complaint to this meeting that Thomas Knight hath wronged him, and he having made proceedure in a Gospel way, The meeting desires Benjamin Chambers, Thomas Fitzwater, William Bright. well and William Walker to get the two persons together and make it their endeavour to put an End to the difference, and give account thereof to friends the next monthly meeting. Richard Dean appearing this meeting, gave an account that Richard Sutton detained money from him that is due by Bond and having proceeded with him in the method Truth requires, the meeting desires John Parsons & William Carter to hear the matter between them and endeavour to reconcile the difference, and let friends have an account thereof next monthly meeting. Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 173 28th of 5th Month, 1693. There being a difference laid before the last monthly meeting between Richard Dean and Richard Sutton, the widow Rochford being therein concerned, the which difference is not yet Ended, and therefore the meeting Requests the forenamed John Parsons 8/ William Carter with Samuel Carpenter to use their Endeavour to put an End thereunto against next monthly meeting. Anthony Morris laying his intentions before this meeting of going towards New England, and being a single person, requests of this meeting a Certificate of his clearnes in relation to Marriage. In order thereunto the meeting appoints James Fox and Alexander Beardsley to make Enquiry into his conversation, and clearnes, and report the same to the next monthly meeting. Margaret Cook and Hannah Carpenter presented John Saunders and Elizabeth Wood, who declared their intentions of marriage the second time and are given liberty to consumate their said intentions. Agreed by this meeting that Alexander Beardsley pay John Goodson's bill, being 40/. for medicine to poor friends, and also Thomas Makin for writing. Collected this meeting £2 . 6 . 5 and left with Alexr Beardsley. Its agreed by this meeting that John Parsons make a Gallery in the meeting house on Delaware front where there was one formerly, as plain and cheap as it is possible, and the meeting will pay the charge. 25th of 6th Month, 1693. Robert Turner sending a letter to this meeting wherein he says there is some difference between himself and Robert Ewer, and in order to have an End put unto the same, the meeting considering it, was not satisfied that Robert Turner had given him Gospel order, but the said Robert Ewer being inclinable for peace, deth promise before this meeting that 174 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. he will chuse some friends to make an End thereof by the next monthly meeting. There being a difference depending between John Kinsey and Thomas Roberts laid before this meeting, the meeting with their own choice have appointed John Jones and John Parsons to put an end thereunto against the next monthly meeting. It is agreed that the next quarterly meeting be held upon the 6th day of the next week being the 1st of 7th mo : about the 9th or 10th hour. There being a difference between Thomas Miller & William Rakestraw laid before this meeting, they have perused the same do request John Parsons, John Jones, William Southeby & John Lynam with the assistance of Griffith Owen to make an end thereof against the next monthly meeting. John Philly bringing a matter to this meeting against Samuel Jennings he not being present, the meeting requests Griffith Owen & John Goodson to use their Endeavour to put an End thereto. Collected this meeting £1 . 7 . 10 and left with Alexr Beardsley. Its requested by this meeting that Samuel Carpenter, James Fox and Anthony Morris make up the meetings account with Alexi' Beardsley between this and the next monthly meeting. 29th of 7th Month 1693. Robert Turner having signified to the last meeting that there is a difference betwixt himself and Robert Ewer, which should have been ended by this time, and being again reminded by said Turner, Robert Ewer hath chosen David Lloyd, Benjan Chambers & William Hudson or any two to endeavour to End the difference by the next monthly meeting. John Parsons and John Jones being desired to use their Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 175 Endeavour to End the difference betwixt John Kinsey ez Thomas Roberts, which they have accordingly done. John Philly having brought a paper to the last meeting about a difference betwixt him and Samuel Jennings this meeting desired Griffith Owen & John Goodson to endeavour to put an end thereto, which they did accordingly, and cleared the said Samuel Jennings from his false charges therein. Eleanor Allen and Prudence West presents Thomas Sisam and Priscilla Smith, widow, to this meeting, who declared their intentions of marriage, and it being the first time John Jennet and Benjamin Chambers are appointed to inquire into his clearness. Elizabeth Kelly and Mary Sibthorp having presented Thomas Canby and Sarah Jervass to this meeting in order to take each other in marriage and it being the first time, friends here have received a Certificate concerning the young man, and were well satisfyed therewith. Joan Forrest and Diana Hardyman having presented Arnold Cassel and Susannah Delaplaine to this meeting in order to marriage, and the said Arnold having brought a Certificate from Dublin Monthly meeting to friends here, it being the first time of their appearance the meeting was so far satisfied. Collected this meeting £1 . 12 . 2 and left in the hands of Alexr Beardsley. There being a paper given forth by John Philley and since printed by Geo. Keith wherein he defames Samuel Jennings, the tendency is also to the reproach of Truth and gratifying the adversaries thereof, and friends of this meeting being dissatisfied, do Expect that he give forth a paper to Condemn his said Action, between this and next monthly meeting, or there will be a necessity for friends to clear the Truth ez Samuel by giving forth one themselves. This meeting appoints Alexr Beardsley to pay John Parsons his bill for Erecting the Gallery at the meeting house which is £3. 13 . 7+. 176 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 27th of 8th Month, 1693. The busines between Robert Turner and Robert Ewer being Enquired into, the answer was, Its Ended. Elizabeth Kelly & Mary Sibthorp presented Thomas Canby & Sarah Jervis who declared their intentions of marriage a second time, and there appearing nothing to hinder the same they are left to their liberty to Consummate their said intentions. Joan Forrest & Diana Hardiman presented Arnold Cassel & Susannah Deleplaine to this meeting in order to marriage, and it being the second time, and all things being clear friends leave them to finish their said intentions. Elizabeth Kulemp and Sarah Edgcomb presented Thomas Sisam & Priscilla Smith in order to marriage, and it being the second time and she being a widow having children bath first settled part of what she had upon her former husbands children to the satisfaction of friends. It is agreed by friends this meeting that there be one meeting upon each first day, during the winter, or so long as the meeting may see occasion, beginning betwixt 10 di 11 in the forenoon, on the front of Delaware, and that Alexr Beardsley give notice thereof the next first day. No Collection this meeting. Friends this meeting having signifyed their minds to John Philly that if he do not Condemn the paper he wrote (and since printed by G. K. &Ca) it tending to the Reproach of Truth and gratifying the adversaries thereof, & defaming of Samuel Jennings, that they find it will be their duty to endeavour to clear it themselves by condemning his said action, they likewise desire that Arthur Cook and Samuel Carpenter may take opportunity with him sometime before next meeting, to bring him to acknowledge his error herein, and to Condemn the same himself. 24th of 9th Month, 1693. Robert Turner having sent into this meeting an abusive Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 177 paper, wherein he reflects upon friends without any Just occasion, therefore the meeting desires Samuel Jennings, Griffith Owen and Thomas Duckett to draw up a few lines in answer thereto. Our friend Samuel Jennings having signifyed his intention that he knows not but that before the next monthly meeting he may be going on his way towards England, therefore the meeting desires Griffith Owen, John Goodson and Robert Ewer to make Enquiry into his conversation and clearnes and with all to prepare a Certificate for him against the next Quarterly Meeting. The same friends are -desired to do the same for William Walker and Thomas Duckett they having laid their intentions of going to England, there being not another monthly meeting before they take their Journey. John Gardner having absented himself from our meeting of worship, this meeting having taken the same into their consideration and have desired Thomas Duckett, Robert Ewer & John Jennett to visit him from this meeting and know his reason of absenting, and give him the best advice they can, and acquaint friends the next monthly meeting what answer he makes to them. The friends appointed to write an answer to Robert Turners letter have drawn up a few lines and desire Alexr Beardsley to deliver it as from the meeting. Collected this meeting £4 . 1 . 9 & left in the hands of Alexr Beardsley. Whereas Samuel Jennings hath disbursed money in order to the relief of William Stockdale, this meeting having taken the same into their consideration, desires William Carter & Benjamin Chambers to go to such friends as have subscribed towards his assistance, and if they know of any that have not subscribed, that they will make it their business to get what money they can, to defray the disbursements above spoken of. 178 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 29th of 10th Month 1693. It was desired that from hence forward the monthly meeting gather together precisely at the Eleventh hour, and that the fifth days meeting begin at the same time of the day. Friends have this day received a letter from Robert Turner which bears several gross reflections on the meeting, which hath been read and considered, and an answer thereto subscribed in behalf of the monthly meeting by Alexr Beardsley. Joan Southeby and Elisabeth Ricketts presented David Potts & Alice Croasdale who laid their intentions of marriage before this meeting, and it being the first time, friends desired John Kinsey & William Hudson to Enquire into the clearnes of the young man and make report thereof next monthly meeting. 26th of 11th Month 1693/4. John Jones, William Carter, Daniel Pegg & Evan Oliver are desired to fence in the burying place, and report the Charge of it to the next meeting ; friends being willing to bear the charge thereof at present. The matter of the new Burying place being debated, the meeting desires Samuel Carpenter and James Fox to Endeavour to get the same with all Expedition confirmed according as granted, that the same be appropriated to the service of friends only, & that speedy application be made to the Proprietor or Commissioners by the said persons for a grant for the present burying Ground to certain friends to be named as Trustees in behalf of this meeting. Ann Jennings & Hannah Carpenter presented Isaac Norris & Mary Lloyd, who declared their intentions of taking each other in Marriage and it being the first time friends desired Samuel Carpenter and John Jones to Enquire into the clearnes of the young man. Elisabeth Fitzwater and Mary Jones presented Edward Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 179 Boulton & Eleanor Jones, who, declared their intentions of marriage, it being the first time of their appearance. Joan Forrest & Elisabeth Ricketts presented David Potts & Alise Croasdale and they declare their intentions of marriage the second time, and after Enquiry made, the young man appearing clear, they are left to consummate their intended marriage. Griffith Owen laid his intentions of going to visit friends in Maryland and Virginia and requested a Certificate from this meeting, which was granted, and signed by the meeting. Collected this meeting and delivered to Alexr Beardsley £3. 10. 6. 23d of 12th Month, 1693/4. Ann Jennings ez Hannah Carpenter presented Isaac Norris & Mary Lloyd who declared their intentions of marriage the second time, after Enquiry made nothing appearing to obstruct their proceedings, they were left to consummate their intended marriage. It is desired by this meeting that John Jones, Daniel Pegg, Evan Oliver & William Carter continue their care to fence the burying Ground. It is desired also that the above said friends take care to fence in the adjacent piece of ground Granted to Thomas Fitzwater and Alexr Reardsley for the use of friends, for a burying Ground. Collected this meeting £1. 3. 8 & left in the hands of Alexr Beardsley. A paper being prepared at the request of the last monthly meeting in relation to Youth, being read here, and approved of by the meeting, and referred to the further consideration of public friends at the next Half Years meeting at Burlington. 30th of 1st Month, 1694. Joshua Tittery brought in his account for fencing in the 180 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. burying Ground, which came to £1. 12. 4 and friends have ordered Alexr Beardsley to pay it to him. A matter of controversy was mentioned that was between William Rakestraw & Robert Ewer, the meeting desired Arthur Cook, James Fox, John Jones, John Goodson, Alex' Beardsley & David Lloyd, or any four of them to Inspect and put an End to the same speedily. Collected this meeting & delivered to Alexr Beardsley for the use of friends £1 . 18 . 0. Mary Sibthorp & Diana Hardyman presented John Eastbourn & Margaret Jones who declared their intentions of marriage, he produced a Certificate of his clearnes from all others, it being the first time of their appearance. Mention was made concerning repairing this meeting house, In order thereto John Kinsey, Benjamin Chambers and John Jones are requested to view the same and give an account thereof to the next monthly meeting. Elisabeth Colcop & Elisabeth Fitzwater presented Edward Boulton & Eleanor Jones who declared their intentions of marriage the second time and nothing appearing to obstruct the same they were left to consumate their intentions. It was desired that John Goodson and Samuel Carpenter should write to John Hiton at Meauvice to endeavour to procure his lot in the second street for and on the behalf of friends. 27th of 2d Month, 1694. The matter between William Rakestraw and Robert Ewer was heard by the friends appointed and Ended. It was proposed to have two meetings on the first days, and it was agreed that a meeting shall be at the Center meeting house & to begin at the ninth hour in the morning, and also to begin at the Bank meeting house at the second hour, and shall begin the first day of the 3d month following. George Gray is desired to give public notice thereof. Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 181 George Gray proposed his intention, if the Lord will, to endeavour to go to Barbadoes, and desired a Certificate from friends, of his deportment and behaviour amongst us, and this meeting appointed Griffith Owen, Anthony Morris & Robert Ewer to write one for him against the next meeting. Joan Forrest & Diana Hardyman presented John Eastbourn & Margaret Jones who declare their intentions of taking each other in marriage the second time, and are left at liberty to consumate the same. Margarett Lynam & Jane Brientnall presented George Emlen & Hannah Garrett who declared their intentions of taking each other as husband & wife. This meeting requested John Linam dz William Carter to Enquire into his clearnes, and to make report thereof to the next meeting. 25th of 3d Month, 1694. This meeting desires James Fox & Samuel Carpenter to inspect into the account of the monthly meeting Collections & make report thereof. Margt Linam & Joan Forrest presented George Emlen & Hannah Garret who declared their intentions of marriage the second time, and nothing appearing to hinder they were left to consummate the same according to the good order of Truth. Collected this meeting £3 . 7 . 8 & left in the hands of Alexr Beardsley. 29th of 4th Month 1694. The burying ground being fenced in Alexr Beardsley was desired by this meeting to pay the charge thereof, and also a debt due formerly to John Jones. The Charge of the fencing done by John Jones is £1 . 7. 9. and the former debt £13. 1. 5. and the charge of the fencing done by William Carter comes to <C2 . 10. 6. The meeting house being viewed by the friends appointed, they gave an account that about Six pounds would put in • 182 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. a new Ground Sill. John Kinsey, Anthony Morris, John Jones and James Fox are desired to get it done. Elisabeth Colcop 4.4L Barbara Prickett presents William Laycock & Gwen Hughs who proposed their intentions of marriage, It being the first time William Hudson & Thomas Prickett are desired to make Enquiry into his clearnes and give report thereof to the next meeting. Samuel Carpenter and John Goodson are desired by this meeting to Certify to John Nelson in London that Gerrard Roberts is alive and appeared at our monthly meeting. Samuel Carpenter desired this meeting to appoint a friend or two to inspect the accounts between him and friends, and accordingly John Jones and James Fox were appointed who are to make their Report to the next meeting. Collected this meeting £1 . 16 . 8 and left in the hands of Alex? Beardsley for the relief of the poor and other necessary uses. This meeting considering the want of a Convenient place for a meeting house, desired Samuel Carpenter, John Goodson, James Fox, John Jones, William Southeby and Thomas Prickett to Enquire after a more commodious place, as near the high street, and the front of Delaware as can be conveniently got, and make report thereof to the next meeting. 27th of 5th Month 1694. Pentecost Teague, of Cornwall in Old England, his Certificate was read in our meeting and ordered to be Entered. Collected this meeting £1 . 3 . 2 and left in the hands of Alex? Beardsley for the relief of the poor and other necessary uses. Elisabeth Colcop and Jane Dennis presented William Laycock & Gwen Hughs, who declared their intentions of marriage the second time, and after Enquiry made, they appearing clear, were left to their liberty to consummate their marriage according to the good order of Truth used among friends. Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 183 31st of 6th Month 1694. At the Front Mtg. House. Collected this meeting for the relief of the poor and other necessary uses £2 . 3 . 4 . and left in the hands of Alexr Beardsley. Our friend Griffith Owen acquainted this meeting with his intention of removing with his family to old England and desired a Certificate. Thomas Lloyd & Robert Ewer are desired to make enquiry concerning him, and get a Certificate drawn by the next meeting. Mellissant Hoskins dz Margt Beardsley presented William Alloway & Elisabeth Southeby, who declared their intentions of marriage, It being the first time. Alex' Beardsley & Robert Ewer are desired to Enquire into the young man's clearness & make report thereof to the next meeting. 28th of 7th Month, 1694. At the Front Meeting Ho. Whereas Thomas Lloyd and Robert Ewer were appointed to write a Certificate for Griffith Owen, he being about to Transport himself to Old England, and it having pleased God to remove by death our friend Thomas Lloyd before it was drawn, Arthur Cook and Robert Ewer are desired to get one in readiness against the next monthly meeting, or if there should be occasion sooner, that it may be sign'd in behalf of this meeting. Jeremiah Powell having formerly belonged to this meeting, appeared to request a Certificate of his Conversation & clearnes in relation to marriage. John Kinsey & David Brientnall are desired to Enquire into the same and accordingly get a Certificate drawn against next monthly meeting. A paper from the yearly meeting having been read amongst us, it was the sence of friends that it again be read the next first day in the afternoon by Alexander Beardsley. Melissant Hodgkins & Margt Beardsley presented William Alloway and Elisabeth Southeby the second time, who declared their intention of marriage, and no objection made, friends approving thereof, do leave them to the guidance of Truth in order to consummate their foresaid intentions. 184 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. Collected this meeting £1 . 1 . 7. and left in the hands of Alexr Beardsley. The Widow Chaunders condition being laid before this meeting desiring their advice, It was ordered that Samuel Carpenter & Alexr Beardsley do inspect her Condition, and give the best advice they can, and assist her if need require with money or otherwise. Agreed by this meeting that Alexr Beardsley give notice to friends the next first day come week, that there is to be but one meeting of a first day beginning the 14th of the 8th month between the 10th & 11th hour at the front meeting house. 26th of 8th Month, 1694. At the Front Meeting House. Alexander Beardsley is desired to pay John Kinsey £7. 10. 4. which is for work done to the meeting house & nails & mending the windows. The Yearly Meeting paper from London was read at this meeting dated 1694. Anthony Morris, David Lloyd & Alexander Beardsley are desired to acquaint friends that they may go orderly after the Corps to the Grave not Exceeding four in breadth, and to aquaint the women friends of the same. John Jones and James Fox are desired to Inspect the accounts between Samuel Carpenter & friends and settle the same, and give report thereof to the next meeting. Collected this meeting £1 . 14 . 0 & left in the hands of Alexr Beardsley. At a Monthly Meeting held at the house of Robert Ewer the thirtieth of the Ninth month 1694. Mary Morgan appeared at this meeting and requested of friends the continuing the grave digging with her, and friends granted her request. John Jones is desired to agree with William Carter for fencing stuff to fence in the Ground, adjoyning to the burying ground, for an Entire piece of ground only for friends, and give report thereof to the next meeting. Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 185 Collected at this meeting £1 . 10. 6 and left in the hands of Alexander Beardsley for the relief of the poor and other necessary uses. 28th of 10th Month 1694, at Robert Ewer's. The meeting requested Anthony Morris & Samuel Carpenter to speak to Governour Markham about his Lot of Land that lyeth in the High Street near the Market place and Enquire the length and breadth and if it may be thought convenient to Erect a meeting house thereon, they with Edward Shippen are desired to agree with Gov' Markham as reasonable as they can, and give report thereof to the next meeting. A matter of difference being laid before this meeting between William Rakestraw and Thomas Miller ; Arthur Cook, Evan Morris & Reece Peters are desired to Inspect into the difference, and if possible to End the same, and make report thereof to the next meeting. A paper being brought to this meeting by Patience Lloyd against David Loyd being not thought fit to be publickly read, because she had not given him Gospel order, Notwithstanding the matter in difference, by the Consent of both parties, was referred to the hearing of Arthur Cook, Edward Shippen, Humphry Murray, Robert Ewer, Samuel Carpenter, Griffith Owen, Alex' Beardsley & James Fox to use their Endeavour to put an end to the same, and make report thereof to the next meeting. The widow Rochford being lately deceased, and left five children and considerably in debt, friends desired William Carter to acquaint the Creditors to meet together, that a Composition may be made, and if possible that something may be preserved for the poor Orphans. Collected this meeting 19/9. for the relief of the poor and other necessary uses and left in the hands of Alexr' Beardsley. 186 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 25th of 11th Month, 1694, at Robert Ewer's. The friends appointed to speak to Governour Markham about his Lot of Ground in order for building a meeting house make answer that they have so done, and find him very ready to serve friends therein, and friends agree to present him with fifty pounds & acknowledge his kindness therein. Elisabeth Fox & Elisabeth Culcop presented John Beasor & Esther Whitehead who declared their intentions of marriage with each other, this being the first time, the Young man was desired to bring a Certificate from the meeting he belongeth unto, of his clearnes from others. William Carter by request of friends is willing to administer on the Estate of the Widow Rochford, as a Creditor, and David Lloyd promises to be his assistant in the proceedure thereof. The friends that have subscribed for the payment of the fifty pounds that is to be presented to Gov' Markham are desired to pay their subscriptions to Edwd Shippen and Anthony Morris or either of them between this and the next monthly meeting. A difference between Hugh Durbough & William Carter was laid before the meeting who desired Ralph Jackson, Joseph White, Christopher Sibthorp & Richard Gove to Endeavour to end the same & make report thereof to the next meeting. Collected this meeting for the relief of the poor and other necessary uses £2 . 10 . 6. and left in the hands of Alexr Beardsley. 21st of 12th Month 1694/5, at Robert Ewer's house. It is desired that Samuel Carpenter & Anthony Morris pay the Governour the fifty pounds they received from friends to pay for the ground to build the meeting house on, and desire him to make a title thereof to Edward Shippen, Sam' Carpenter & Antho. Morris for the use of friends as aforesaid. Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 187 Elisabeth Fox & Elisabeth Calcop presented to this meeting a second time John Beasor & Esther Whitehead who declared their intentions of taking each other in marriage, the young man bringing a certificate of his clearnes from all others from Chichester meeting where he belongeth, and nothing found but that he appeared clear from all others, they were left to consummate their intended marriage, according to the good order of Truth. The meeting desires that the Yearly meeting paper given out at Burlington may be read once in three months. The matter of difference between Hugh Durbough & William Carter was heard and determined by the friends appointed. A matter in relation to the widow Ricketts was mentioned concerning her right in a Lot on the Bank in Philadelphia, which is kept from her by her mother, Samuel Carpenter, John Goodson, Alexr Beardsley, William Southeby, Arthur Cook, John Kinsey & Edward Shippen are desired to speak to her, and persuade her to do her daughter right in the matter, and make report thereof to the next meeting. Collected at this meeting for the relief of the poor and other necessary uses £2 . 13 . 1 and left in the hands of Alexr Beardsley. 29th of 1st Month 1695. At Robert Ewer's. Thomas Hood desired to have the advice of friends in relation to a son and orphan of Dennis Rochford deceased, in taking of him to be an apprentice, the boy being about four years old, friends think it convenient both for the benefit of the Child and his master, that he be bound untill he comes to the age of Twenty one years, the said Thomas Hood endeavouring to teach him the Trade of a weaver, and to have him taught to read write and cast accounts, and to get an Indenture made with the confirmation of the Orphans court. 188 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. It is desired that David Lloyd draw a deed to confirm the Lot of Land bought of Governour Markham, as also another deed to declare the use of it. Samuel Jennings, Edward Shippen, Anthony Morris, John Jones, Griffith Owen and James Fox are desired to peruse the same, and make report thereof to the next meeting. Joan Forrest & Hannah Day presented John Wood & Sarah Saunders who declared their intentions of marriage with each other, it being the first time. John Wood is desired to bring a Certificate from the meeting where he belongs, to signify his clearnes from all others against next meeting. Mary Sibthorp & Sarah Owen presented James Thomas & Ann Warner who declared their intentions of marriage with each other, being the first time of their appearance. The young man was desired to bring a Certificate from the meeting where he doth belong, concerning his clearnes from all others in relation to marriage. The meeting requested Samuel Jennings to deliver the books of Thomas Ellwood and himself to Robert Ewer that they may be distributed to the particular meetings where they may be most serviceable. The matter depending between the widow Ricketts and her mother was continued till the next meeting. Several friends being dissatisfied that Thomas Fitzwater and his wife live apart, therefore Thomas Fitzwater is desired to get an house in order to Entertain her, that she may have no Excuse to stay from him. 26th of 2d Month 1695, at Robert Ewer's. Margaret Beardsley & Ann Parsons presented John Wood & Sarah Sanders who declared their intentions of marriage the second time, & John Wood produced a Certificate. The meeting perusing the same thought it not sufficient and desired Anthony Morris, William Gabitas and John Jennett to acquaint the friends of Newton meeting of the same, that they may send another more to the satisfaction of friends. Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 189 Mary Sibthorp & Sarah Owen presented James Thomas & Ann Warner who declared a second time their intentions of taking each other as husband & wife, the young man producing a Certificate of his clearnes from all others in relation to marriage, and having the consent of parents, were left to their Liberty to consummate their intentions according to the good order of Truth. William Pargeter bringing a Complaint to this meeting against William Rakestraw, James Fox, William Hudson & John Kinsey are desired to Inspect into the matter, and if possible to End the same & make report thereof to next meeting. This is Ended. Samuel Jennings mentioned at this meeting of some money disbursed by him on the account of William Stockdale, and desires the consideration of friends herein, that the whole burthen may not lay on him. George Whitehead's letter to Thomas Lloyd relating to a Complaint sent by Robert Turner to friends in England about some acclamations made at the marriage of Thomas Lloyd's daughter to Isaac Norris being read &ca, Samuel Jennings, Samuel Carpenter, William Southeby & David Lloyd or any two of them are desired to write an answer to the said letter for the clearing of Truth, and our deceased friend Thomas Lloyd from the gross imputation insinuated against him in that Complaint. It is desired that a meeting at the Center may be held on the first days to begin the next first day come week at the ninth hour in the morning, and that Robert Ewer give notice thereof at the next first days meeting. Richard Gove and Evan Morris are desired to take care that the subscriptions may be carried on relating to Joseph Phips and bring the same in to the next meeting. It is agreed that our monthly meeting begin at the Tenth hour precisely according to former appointment. Robert Turner bringing to this meeting one of the books lately set forth by our friend Samuel Jennings, desired to 190 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. know whether the meeting doth own it ? friends in regard that the said book has passed the approbation of the second day's morning meeting in London and but few here having read the same and none Expressing any dissatisfaction with it, and in regard also he hath shewed such countenance to the late separation, and stands charged upon our quarterly meeting book for disorderly behaviour, and has not hitherto given friends satisfaction, and it being obvious to this meeting that the said question tends more to Contention than otherwise, therefore friends see no service in giving him any other answer thereunto. Last day of 3d Month, 1695, at Robert Ewer's house. The friends appointed to Collect the subscription for Joseph Phips's assistance by reason of his house being burn'd have done the same, they are desired to pay it to Robt Ewer that the said Joseph Phips may have it, the sum being £22 . 12 . 7. John Jones brought an account of the Charge in fencing the burying ground, which came to £16. 0. 9. the meeting desires Alexander Beardsley to discharge the same out of the stock. William Southeby, John Kinsey and John Jennett are desired to visit several neighboring friends that do not frequent our mens monthly meetings, that if possible they may be encouraged to come to answer their service there. Collected this meeting and left in the hands of Alexander Beardsley for the relief of the poor, and other necessary uses £4. 7. 7. Anthony Morris is desired to give notice to friends in our public meeting of worship of the monthly and quarterly meetings, every first day before the said meetings. John Wood bringing a Certificate to the satisfaction of friends from the meeting of Newton concerning his marriage, they were left to consummate their intentions according to the good order of Truth. Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 191 John Jones and William Carter are desired to get the new burying ground Grubbed, and give an account of the Charge to the next meeting. 28th of 4th Month, 1695, at Robert Ewer's. Griffith Jones alleging that the meeting promised to pay him three pounds on account of Christopher Taylor if his Executors did not, therefore Samuel Carpenter, John Jones & Alexr Beardsley are desired to inspect the said matter, and make report thereof to the next meeting. Mary Sibthorp & Margaret Beardsley presented William Rea11 & Mary Redman who declared their intentions of taking each other as husband & Wife. friends request Abraham Hardiman & Thomas Griffith to Enquire into the said Young man's clearnes, and make report thereof to the next meeting. The matter of disbursement by Samuel Jennings on account of William Stockdale being mentioned this meeting desires William Carter & Benjamin Chambers to go to Samuel Jennings & view his account, and bring in the ballance due to the next meeting, that care may be taken that he may be reimbursed. The money Collected for Joseph Phips was paid in to Robert Ewer and the said Ewer paid it to Joseph Phips & took his receipt for the same. This meeting requests John Lineham & William Southeby to get the key of the new burying Ground, and keep it, that none may make use of the said Ground without their approbation, which shall be signified by a Note signed by them or one of them. This meeting desired John Kinsey & William Hudson to speak to Richard Sutton concerning his forwardness in proceeding at Law and casting Joseph Ranstead into prison without giving him Gospell order, he being under the profession of Truth. They are likewise desired to speak to the said Richard Sutton that he may not be too forward in get- 192 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. ting into the affections of Hannah Day in order to marriage, and make report of the same to the next meeting. A matter of Difference being brought to this meeting between William Carter & Evan Griffith, they both referring the said matter to this meeting, David Lloyd, James Fox, William Hudson, John Goodson, William Southeby & John Lineham are desired to hear the said matter, and if possible to End the same, and make report thereof to the next meeting. Whereas Arthur Cook, Samuel Jennings, Samuel Carpenter, Robt Ewer, Alexr Beardsley, William Southeby, James Fox, Samuel Spicer et Edwd Shippen were appointed by the monthly meeting of friends to meet with Patience Lloyd and David Lloyd about settling of the Estate of Thomas Lloyd deceased, and Paying Robert Story's children's Legacies, after several discourses they came to this Result ; To state & settle the account of the Legacies which are still due ; 2(1 17 to treat with the Creditors, and settle their accots to see what is due them : In order to pay the Creditors, to offer them what lands or other Estate of Thomas Lloyd's that is to be found in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. If that be not enough to pay them and the Children's Legacies ; then to dispose or pay them out of the debt & lands at York, and when both debts & Legacies are paid, the overplus of what Estate remains, It is agreed that Patience Lloyd shall have one third part, and Thomas Lloyd's children have the remainder. Collected at this meeting for the relief of the poor and other necessary uses .C1 . 14 . 4 & delivered into the hands of Alexr Beardsley. 26th of 5th Month 1695, at Robert Ewer's house in Philadelphia. Mary Sibthorp & Margaret Beardsley presented William Reall & Mary Redman to this meeting, who declared their intentions of taking each other in marriage the second time, Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 193 and after Enquiry made, nothing appearing to obstruct, they were left to consummate their intentions in the wisdom and fear of God. This meeting considering the matter of Griffith Jones his demanding of Three pounds on the account of Christopher Taylor, saying the meeting promised to pay him if the Exec" of C. Taylor did not, and nothing appearing thereof on record, friends look upon themselves not obliged to pay him. The meeting desires Alexr Beardsley and George Gray to go to Anthony Morris and get the book that the minutes of this meeting were entered in, and also the Minute books that are not Entred and bring them to the next monthly meeting. There being a Complaint brought to this meeting by Robert Turner & Joseph Willcox against Joshua Hastins, Edward Shippen & Alex? Beardsley are desired to speak to the said Joshua Hastins about the said Complaint, that he may clear himself if he can, that Truth may not suffer thereby. Received of Samuel Carpenter a book being George Fox's Journal as a Gift from him to Friends in Pennsylvania. Collected for the relief of the poor and other necessary uses £2 . 9 . 8 and left in the hands of Alex? Beardsley. 30th of 6th Month 1695, at Robert Ewer's. The friends appointed to Enquire into the Complaint against Joshua Hastins having spoken to him, he promised to do his Endeavour that the Truth may be cleared of their Complaint. John Lineham brought to this meeting an account of disbursements about the burying Ground. friends desire Alex? Beardsley to pay the same, which is £1 . 1. 10 and take his receipt for it. There being a Complaint brought to this meeting by Joseph Phips against Richard Sutton in some matter de- 194 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. pending between them, this meeting being informed that Joseph Phips have dealt orderly with him, requested William Southeby, Thomas Fitzwater, Benjamin Chambers & John Jennett to speak to Richard Sutton in order to End the said difference, and make report thereof to the next meeting. A Complaint being brought to this meeting by John Parsons against John Saunders, John Lineham, John Kinsey, Humphrey Murray and John Jones are desired to hear the said matter and use their Endeavours to End the same, and give a report thereof to the next meeting. Richard Sutton being spoken to concerning his casting Joseph Ranstead in prison his answer was he looked on him to be no friend, and being desired not to be too hasty in proceeding with the Widow Day to gain her affections in order to marriage, he seemed contented to desist his intention therein. Ann Parsons & Hannah Carpenter presented to this meeting Ralph Jackson & Elisabeth Ricketts, who declared their intentions of marriage with each other, It being the first time. The meeting requested John Lineham & John Kinsey to Enquire into the clearnes of the said Ralph Jackson, and give report thereof to the next meeting, and also that care be taken that her Childs Legacy be secured to him before marriage, Thomas Fitzwater is also desired to be assistant herein. Collected at this meeting £3. 16. 3 and left in the hands of Alexr Beardsley for the relief of the poor and other necessary uses. 27th of 7th Month 1695, at Robert Ewer's. Ann Parsons & Hannah Carpenter presented Ralph Jackson & Elisabeth Ricketts who declared their intentions a second time and were left to consummate their marriage in the order of Truth. Marget Howell brought a Complaint to this meeting Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 195 against David Powell in detaining from her a parcell of money, friends desire James Fox and Alex' Beardsley to speak to the said David, that he may pay the said money, and make report of the same to the next meeting. This is Ended. William Biles brought a Complaint to this meeting against David Powell. Friends desires John Lineham & David Brientnall to speak to the said David that he may satisfy William Biles, and give a report thereof to the next meeting. The matter depending between Joseph Phips & Rich(' Sutton is Ended. The matter depending between John Parsons & John Sanders is Ended. A paper was given in to this meeting by William & Sarah Dillwyn concerning their Joining with the late separation, and their hearty sorrow for the same. Collected this meeting for the relief of the poor, and other necessary uses .41 . 3. 8. James Fox is desired to view the account of Samuel Jennings in relation to William Stockdale and bring account of the ballance to the next meeting, that he may be reimbursed. 25th of 8th Month, 1695, at Robert Ewer's. The meeting desires David Lloyd to get a writing made to declare the uses that the Lot of Ground may be confirmed to friends, that is made over to Edward Shippen, Samuel Carpenter & Anthony Morris. The matter of difference depending between William Biles & David Powell being brought to this meeting It was agreed on both sides to Choose six friends that they may hear the said matter and End it if possible. The persons chosen, Edward Shippen, Alexr Beardsley, John Jones, John Kinsey, George Gray and David Lloyd or any four of them. 196 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. Elisabeth Walker & Elisabeth Culcop presented Arthur Houlton & Elisabeth Guest to this meeting, who declared their intentions of taking Each other in marriage, It being the first time, the meeting desires Alext Beardsley and William Forrest to Enquire into the young man's clearnes and give a report thereof to the next meeting. The matter of Complaint Pt Robert Turner & Joseph Willcox against Joshua Hastings is desired to be continued till the next meeting, and the same friends to continue their care to speak to Joshua Hastings, that the Complaint may be put a stop unto. A matter of difference being brought to this meeting depending between George Heathcott, Cornelius Empson, and John Richardson, they agreeing to leave the matter depending to the hearing of John Jones, George Gray, Abraham Hardiman, Anthony Morris, Nathan Stanbury & Robert Ewer ; and its concluded on all sides that their determination shall be a final conclusion to the said difference. Ended. Alexi' Beardsley is desired to acquaint friends at our public meeting of worship next first day that the meeting on the next first day after begin at about the Eleventh hour, and that there be but one meeting on first days, and that it may be at the meeting house next Delaware River. Collected at this meeting for the relief of the poor and other necessary uses £2. 1 . 10. and left in the hands of Alex!' Beardsley. 29th of 9th Month 1695. At Robert Ewer's. The Epistle from the Yearly Meeting of friends at London was read at this meeting. Anthony Morris & John Jones are desired to speak to George Heathcote to stand to the award of the friends appointed, that an End may be put to the said difference, and speak to Cornelius Empson about his hasty proceedings against said Heathcott in law and make report thereof to the next monthly meeting. Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 197 Arthur Cook brought a Complaint against James Coats. the meeting desires John Parsons, William Harwood, John Kinsey & Thomas Bradford or any three of them, to hear and determine the same, & make report thereof to the next meeting. Elizabeth Walker & Elizabeth Culcop presented Arthur Holton & Elizabeth Guest to this meeting, who declared their intentions of taking each other in marriage, the friends appointed to make Enquiry concerning the Young mans clearnes Report that nothing appeared against him, so they were left to consummate their intended marriage in the wisdom and fear of God. A paper of William Dillwyns & his wife was read at this meeting, concerning their Joyning with the late separation, and their outgoings with that Spirit, which was to the satisfaction of friends and approved by this meeting. Samuel Carpenter and Anthony Morris are desired to Inspect the account depending between Thomas Lloyd deceased and the Children of Christopher Taylor, and bring an accot of the ballance thereof to the next meeting, the said Children withdrawing their action. Robert Turner sent a Complaint to this meeting against the Widow Bennett in relation to her withholding some part of the Estate of Barbara Blackdon, the meeting desires John Jennett & William Southeby to speak with the widow Bennett and Enquire into the matter, and make relation thereof to the next meeting. This meeting desires John Lineham & James Fox to speak to Philip Howell & Enquire into the matter depending between him and Hugh Durbrugh, and if possible to End the same between them, and make report thereof to the next meeting. John Kinsey & William Hudson are desired to speak to William Rakestraw and Hannah Day that they may not be too forward to Engage each other in relation to marriage, till matters are cleared to the satisfaction of friends. 198 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. An account being brought to this meeting by John Jones for fencing in the new Burying Ground which comes to £3. 19. 1. this meeting desires Alex? Beardsley to pay the same. The meeting taking into their consideration the necessity of a new Meeting house the said matter is left to the consideration of the next quarterly meeting. Collected at this meeting for the relief of the poor and other necessary uses ,t3 . 3 . 0 & left in the hands of Alexander Beardsley. 27th of 10th Month 1695. The matter depending between Robert Turner & Joseph Wilcox against Joshua Hastins is continued till the next meeting. The matter of difference between Cornelius Empson & George Heathcote not being Ended, this meeting desires Edward Shippen & Samuel Carpenter to speak to George Heathcott and inform him that if he will not stand to the award of friends, according to his promise to our monthly meeting, that friends must give a testimony against his disorderly behaviour therein. The meeting desires Alexr Beardsley to pay the account . 0 . 10. It being disof Samuel Jennings which is bursed by him for the use of William Stockdale. It is desired by this meeting that Samuel Carpenter, Edward Shippen, John Lineham and John Jones write to the Quarterly Meetings of Bucks & Chester Counties requesting their assistance towards building of a public meeting house in Philadelphia. It is desired by this meeting that the Yearly Meeting paper be read the next monthly meeting at the first part of the meeting. Collected at this meeting for the relief of the poor, and other necessary uses £2 . 3 . 5 and left in the hands of Alex? Beardsley. Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 199 The matter in relation to Hannah Day being spoken to at this meeting, friends tenderly advised her not to Entertain William Rakestraw, Richard Sutton nor any other person in order to marriage untill a certain account shall come of her husband John Day's death, and do likewise advise William Rakestraw & Richard Sutton being both present to desist all farther applications to her in relation to marriage, that so the truth may be kept clear in that behalf and friends desire Samuel Carpenter 8t John Parsons to assist the said Hannah in the management of her affairs. 31st of 11th Month 1695/6, at Robert Ewer's. The Yearly meeting paper given forth at Philadelphia was read and the meeting desires William Southeby, George Gray and John Goodson to Inspect into those things that are related in the said paper, that the end of friends therein may be answered. The deed for the Lot of Ground in the second street, that was purchased of Governour Markham was read at this meeting and delivered by Samuel Carpenter, Edward Shippen & Anthony Morris as Trustees for the use of friends, and approved by this meeting. Daniel Radley desired a Certificate from this meeting concerning his clearnes in relation to marriage, in order thereto the meeting desires John Parsons di Alexr Beardsley to Enquire into his clearnes and make report thereof to the next monthly meeting. William Davis appeared at this meeting and requested from friends a Certificate concerning his clearnes from others in relation to marriage. William Harwood & Reese Peters are desired to make Enquiry concerning him and report the same to the next monthly meeting. The meeting desires Alexr Beardsley to pay John Jones 12/. for a book he bought for the service of friends. Robert Turner's letter being read, as to that part of it relating to John Gardner, the meeting appoints Samuel Car- - 200 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. penter & William Carter to acquaint John Gardner concerning his Complaint against him, and give an account thereof to the next meeting, and as to that part of the said letter relating to the widow Bennett, the meeting desires John Lineham, Alexr Beardsley & David Lloyd to speak to the widow Bennett that she stand to the award of the friends appointed, & make report thereof to the next meeting. As to that part of the said letter relating to the action enter'd by him the said Robt Turner as administrator to Christopher Taylor against the Executors of Thomas Lloyd, The friends, to wit, Samuel Carpenter & Anthony Morris appointed by the last meeting to Inspect the accounts & End the matter in difference, are desired to continue their tare therein, provided all the persons concerned be oblidged to abide by their award, and either withdraw their action, or suffer the same to discontinue, for that David Lloyd have promised to take no advantage of such withdrawing, by making use thereof to bar another action, in case the friends so appointed, cannot End the said matter. Whereas Samuel Carpenter, Edward Shippen, John Jones & John Lineham being appointed by the last quarterly meeting to provide materials and agree with workmen for building the New Meeting House, they report to this meeting that they have agreed with Thomas Duckett & William Harwood for the building of the said house, which is to contain fifty feet square with Cellars underneath the whole ; and they deem the charge of the whole will amount to about One thousand pounds. Whereupon a subscription being begun towards defraying the charge of the said building the abovesaid friends are desired to carry on the same, and this meeting will Indemnify them in that behalf. The meeting desires David Lloyd & Alex' Beardsley to be assistant to William Carter in placing out the Orphans of Dennis Rochford, & that they take care that Indentures be made for them, and see them bound. Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 201 The meeting desires Robert Ewer to draw a Certificate for Richard Gove he proposing to go for Maryland & Virginia or Elsewhere along with Thomas Musgrave, and that he with some others may sign it in behalf of the meeting, if he go forward before the next monthly meeting. Friends being concerned at John Jennett in giving his assent for his daughter to take an husband out of the unity of friends, she being one that came amongst us and made a profession of Truth: the meeting desires William Southeby, John Lineham & Robert Ewer to speak with him, that he may give friends satisfaction therein, and make report thereof to the next monthly meeting. 28th of 12th Month 1695/6, at the house of Robert Ewer. The Epistle given forth by the Yearly Meeting was read, and approved by friends: William Southeby, John Goodson and George Gray being desired by the last meeting to do, their Endeavour to answer the End thereof, This meeting desires Thomas Duckett, John Lineham, Samuel Carpenter, Alexander Beardsley and James Fox to be assisting therein, to the friends appointed. The meeting desires Alexr Beardsley and John Parsons with William Carter to get the two boys of Dennis Rochford deceased bound untill they come to the age of Twenty one Years, and that they may be taught to Read and write with Arithmetick & Ca in the time of their service; also their care is desired about the other Children. John Powell desired a Certificate from this meeting in order to marriage, the meeting desires Thomas Duckett and John Rhoads to Enquire into his clearness and return their answer to the next monthly meeting. John Hart Bricklayer desired a Certificate from this meeting in relation to marriage. The meeting desires William Forrest and Robert Burrough to Enquire into his clearness & make report thereof to the next meeting. This meeting considering the present necessity of John 202 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. Gardner and his family, Samuel Carpenter, William Carter, Thomas Duckett and William Powell are desired to Inspect into the same and to Supply him as they shall think needful, and make report thereof to the next meeting. The meeting desires William Southeby to speak to John Jennett again and desire him to come to the next meeting, that friends may be futher satisfied in relation to his daughters marriage, and make report thereof to the next meeting. A letter being sent to this meeting from Samuel Jennings in relation to the Widow Hamly, the letter being sent up to the womens meeting to consider the Contents thereof, Robert Ewer is desired to send an answer to Saml Jennings concerning it. A matter of difference being brought to this meeting between John Sanders & Daniel Standish they falling out, and striking each other, The meeting Condemning their violent action, desires William Southeby, George Gray and James Fox to speak to them, and if possible to bring them to a reconciliation and a sense of their evil doing, in order to clear the Truth of the reproach they have brought upon it, and return their answers to the next monthly meeting. The meeting desires Anthony Morris & James Fox to speak to the Attorneys of Richard Davis that an Inspection may be made into the accounts depending between him and David Powell, and make report thereof to the next meeting. William Biles complains against David Powell for not standing to the award of those friends formerly appointed by this meeting to End the difference between them, for which David Powell alleges that the said friends have not fully considered the whole matter depending, whereupon David Powell is advised to state his accounts and lay the same before the said friends again, or any four of them, in order to Convince them wherein they were short, that they may consider thereof, provided he do it within two months. Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 203 27th of 1st Month 1696, at Robert Ewer's. Samuel Carpenter, William Carter, Thomas Duckett & William Powell, inspecting into the condition of John Gardner & family, make report that they are in great necessity for relief. The meeting desires Alex" Beardsley to pay to William Powell and Thomas Duckett five pounds towards building an house for him, and leave it to them to dispose as they shall see convenient for that service. The .45 is paid. This meeting desires John Lineham & John Kinsey to speak to Daniel Standish that he may give forth a paper of Condemnation against his fighting with John Saunders & Condemn his violent action that Truth may be cleared, and he bear his own Condemnation for his so doing. George Fox desired of this meeting a Certificate concerning his clearnes in relation to marriage, the meeting desires William Harwood & Christopher Sibthorp to make Enquiry into his clearnes, and make report thereof to the next meeting. Collected this meeting for the relief of the poor and other necessary uses .t1 . 16 . 8. The persons appointed to speak to George Heathcott, returns answer to this meeting that he refuses to stand to the Judgement of those friends appointed to End the difference depending between him and Cornelius Empson & Ca. This meeting desires Samuel Heathcott that he may be here at our next monthly meeting to show his reasons why he will not stand to the award of the friends appointed. 24th of 2d Month 1696, at Robert Ewer's. William Harwood & Christor Sibthorp were desired to Enquire into the clearnes of George Fox in relation to marriage, and after Enquiry made nothing appearing but that he is clear from all others, the meeting desires Robert Ewer to draw him a Certificate, and sign it in behalf of the meeting. 204 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. William Southeby & John Goodson are desired to speak to John Jennett again that he may be brought to a sence of his slighting his Testimony, in giving way to his daughters taking one in marriage that was not a friend, and also his reflection on friends of the monthly meeting, and make report thereof to the next meeting. The matter depending between George Heathcott and Cornelius Empson is desired to be continued. The meeting desires John Lineham & George Gray to Enquire of John Griffith concerning his giving way to his daughter taking an husband that is out of Unity with friends, and make report thereof to the next meeting. This meeting agrees that there may be two meetings on first days, one at the Center to begin at the ninth hour in the morning, and the other at the Bank meeting house, to begin at the third hour in the afternoon. John Lineham is desired to acquaint friends of it at the next first days meeting, that they begin the next first day following. William Rakestraw having desire to go for Long Island and thereaway desires a Certificate from this meeting of his Life and Conversation & also concerning his clearnes from Engagements in relation to marriage. The meeting desires Alexr Beardsley & James Fox to Enquire concerning him, and make report thereof to the next meeting. Collected at this meeting for the relief of the poor and other necessary uses £2 . 13 . 8i and left in the hands of Alexr Beardsley. The meeting desires Alexr Beardsley and James Fox to be assistant to John Lineham & Robert Ewer in gathering the subscriptions towards the building of the new meeting house. 29th of 3d Month 1696, at Robert Ewer's. This meeting desires John Lineham and George Gray to continue their care to speak to John Griffith about his giving way to his daughter to take one in marriage that was Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 205 out of Unity of friends, and make report thereof to the next meeting. Thomas Lloyd by Alexr Beardsley, desired a Certificate from this meeting. The meeting desires Alexr Beardsley & James Fox to Enquire into his clearnes in relation to marriage and also of his deportment and Carriage amongst us. Collected at this meeting for the relief of the poor & other necessary uses £1 . 9 . 1. This meeting desires John Lineham, Ralph Jackson, William Southeby and George Gray to attend the Quarterly meeting. 26th of 4th Month 1696, at Robert Ewer's. The meeting desires Alexr Beardsley to pay William Carter's bill, which is £7 . 17 . 3. Robert Borough & William Forrest are desired to inform David Powell that it is the Judgment of this meeting He perform the award of those friends appointed to End the difference between him and William Biles. A matter in difference being brought to this meeting between Daniel Smith and Francis Chads, both partics agreeing to leave the whole matter to Thomas Duckett, John Goodson, Alexr Beardsley & William Gabitas. They are likewise appointed by this meeting to End the same, and make report thereof to the next meeting. Eve l3elonge appeared at this meeting and desired a Certificate from friends of his clearnes in relation to marriage. Caspar Hoodt and John Lineham are desired to Enquire into his clearnes, and make report thereof to the next monthly meeting. Collected this meeting for the relief of the poor & other necessary uses £1 . 9. 8. Samuel Carpenter & James Fox are desired to Inspect into the accounts of the monthly meeting subscriptions & make report thereof to the next meeting. 206 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 31st of 5th Month 1696. At Robert Ewer's house. A paper from the second day's meeting of London dated the 25th of 9th mo: 1695, being recommended to this meeting, was Read and the Tender Advice and Counsell of friends therein was.well approved. A matter of difference being brought to this meeting depending between Samuel Buckley & John Jones, the meeting desires them to choose two friends each to hear the matter in difference, which accordingly they did, both agreeing to stand to the award and Judgment of George Gray, Nathan Stanbury, Humphrey Murray & Isaac Norris, who are appointed to hear and End the same, and give report thereof to the next meeting. John Jennett sent a paper to this meeting, which being read, it was not any ways to the satisfaction of friends, therefore the meeting desires John Goodson & William Southeby to use their farther Endeavours with him, and make report thereof to the next meeting. 28th of 6th Month 1696, at Robert Ewer's. The meeting desires David Lloyd & John Kinsey to speak to John Griffith, that he may condemn his forewardness in giving his consent to his daughters taking an husband that was not in unity with friends, that the Truth may be cleared and make report thereof to the next meeting. The matter of difference depending between Samuel Buckley and John Jones being heard by Geo: Gray, Humphry Murray, Nathan Stanbury & Isaac Norris, they give it as their sence that the matter being decided by a Court & Jury it was not proper to meddle therein; and it is also the sense of this meeting. William Gabitas desired a Certificate from this meeting in relation to marriage, the meeting desires Alexander Beardsley & John Lineham to Enquire into his clearness & make report thereof to the next meeting. William Rakestraw desiring a Certificate in relation to Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 207 marriage, Enquiry having been made & nothing appearing to obstruct, Robert Ewer is desired to draw one for him & sign it in behalf of the meeting. Melissant Hoskins & Joan Southeby presented to this meeting Thomas French and Elisabeth Stanton who declared their intentions of taking each other as husband and wife, this being the first time of their appearance, friends desire him to bring a Certificate from the meeting where he belongs to, against the next meeting. Mary Sibthorp & Joan Forrest presented to this meeting Thomas Coate & Beulah Jacoes who declared their intentions to take each other as husband & wife, the meeting desires Ralph Jackson & John Busby to Enquire into the clearness of Thomas Coate, and make report thereof to the next meeting. Daniel Standish having an intention to go for England desired a Certificate from this meeting concerning his Life and deportment amongst us. the meeting desires John Kinsey & John Lineham to Enquire into his behaviour & clearness in relation to marriage and make report thereof to the next meeting. Collected for the poor & other necessary uses, at this meeting, and left in the hands of Alexr Beardsley . 18 . 2. 25th of 7th Month 1696, at Robert Ewer's house. Alexander Beardsley & John Lineham Enquiring into the clearness of William Gabitas in relation to marriage, report that he is clear as far as they can hear. Robert Ewer is desired to write a Certificate for him, and sign the same in behalf of the meeting. Enquiry being made by John Lineham & John Kinsey concerning Daniel Standish who return their answer that they hear nothing but he is clear from all Engagements in relation to marriage. Robt Ewer, Alexr Beardsley & John Lineham are desired to write him a Certificate & sign the same in behalf of this meeting. 208 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. This meeting desires Samuel Carpenter, William Southeby & William Gabitas to speak to John Jennett that he may give friends satisfaction concerning his forward act in giving way to his daughters marrying one that was not a friend, and his reflections on several friends of the meeting, and that he may be brought to a sense of his so doing and Condemm the same, that truth may be cleared, and he preserved in Unity amongst friends. Melissant Hoskins & Joan Southeby presented Thomas French & Elisabeth Stanton to this meeting, who declared their intentions of taking each other in marriage, he producing a Certificate of his clearness from others, they were left to consummate their intended marriage in the fear of God. Mary Sibthorp & Joan Forrest presented Thomas Coate & Beulah Jacoes a second time to this meeting, and after Enquiry made concerning his clearness nothing appeared to obstruct his proceeding, they were left to consummate their marriage in the fear of God. Collected this meeting & left in the bands of Alexander Beardsley, for the relief of the poor and other necessary uses ,E2 . 12 . 10. It is agreed by this meeting that care be taken that there may be four meetings a year for the Education and Establishing of our Youth and that the Testimony given out by friends may be read at the above said meetings, relating to the Education of them. 30th of 8th Month 1696, at Robert Ewer's. Agreed that the consideration of settling the meetings in relation to the Education of youth be left to the next meeting for their further consideration, what time to settle the same. The meeting desires Alexr Beardsley to speak at the next first days meeting that there may be one meeting on first days, & to begin at the 10th hour, and that it may begin the next first day after. Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 209 At this meeting something was mentioned concerning Walter Long's selling of Jews-harps, George Gray & Ralph Jackson are desired to speak to him, that he may take the said Jews harps again and return their money to them that he sold them to, and that they be sent from whence they came. Also the said friends are desired to speak to the Widow Culcop that she deliver the said Jews harps, which she bought, to Walter Long, from whom she had them. John Jones desired a Certificate concerning his clearness in relation to marriage, the meeting desires William Hudson & Alexr Beardsley to Enquire into his clearness & make report thereof to the next meeting. Robert Ewer desired a Certificate concerning his clearness in relation to marriage : the meeting desires Alexr Beardsley & William Hudson to Enquire into his clearness & make report thereof. This meeting taking into their consideration the Ill president of Thomas Fitzwater and his wife in living apart from each other, desires Thomas Duckett & George Gray to speak to them that they may live together, & that Thomas may provide an house or room to entertain her in, and return their answers to the next monthly meeting. Mary Sibthorp & Hannah Day presented Thomas Shute & Elisabeth Powell to this meeting, who declared their intention of taking each other in marriage. John Mifflin and James Kite are desired to Enquire into the clearness of Thomas Shute, and make report thereof to the next meeting. 27th of 9th Month 1696. At Robert Ewer's house. The Youth's meeting being considered of by friends of this meeting, they conclude to settle it to be every second day after our quarterly meeting being four times a year, at the front meeting house, till further order, beginning at the 10th hour. 210 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. Walter Long having been spoken to concerning the selling of Jews harps, he promised to sell no more, and that he would be at part of the Loss of those that he sold and take them again to the satisfaction of this meeting. Anthony Morris and James Fox are desired to draw Certificates for John Jones & Robert Ewer in order for their consummating their intended marriages. David Powell's paper being read and considered, This meeting desires David Lloyd & James Fox to speak to him, that he stand to the award of friends, and pay William Biles the money awarded, and that William Biles shall Indemnify him from any Bond that he hath given in relation to this matter, & give him a full discharge, and make report to the next meering. Mary Sibthorp & Ruth Duckett presented Thomas Shute & Elisabeth Powell who declared their intentions of marriage at this meeting, being the second time, & no objection made, they appearing clear of all others, are left to consummate their intentions. The matter of Thomas Fitzwater being spoken to is continued to another meeting, and the same friends are desired to continue their care therein, and make report next meeting. John Hood & John Mifflin having a difference between them, appeared at this meeting by Consent, and desired friends to chuse four persons to End the same, and they made choice of Edward Shippen, John Lineham, Anthony Morris & John Jones to End said difference, & make report next meeting. Collected this meeting £2. 13. 8 & left in the hands of Alexr Beardsley. 25th of 10th Month 1696. The matter concerning John Griffith is continued, and David Lloyd is to draw a paper in order for him to sign for the clearing Truth & satisfaction of friends. Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 211 The matter of Thomas Fitzwater is still continued in regard he hath been out of Town ever since friends were appointed to speak with him. The difference between John Mifflin & John Hood having been heard by the persons appointed, is Ended to the satisfaction of them both. John Lynam having paid money for the repair of the burying ground fence It was approved of, & Alexander Beardsley ordered to pay him out of the stock £2. 2. 3. Susannah Woodworth & Elisabeth Fox presented George Goldsmith and Ellen Harrison who declared their intention to take each other in marriage, and in order thereto Thomas Griffith & Nehemiah Allen are desired to Enquire into his clearnes in that relation, and likewise that he bring a Certificate from West Jersey friends, and make report thereof next monthly meeting. Mary Sibthorp & Elisabeth Walker presented Mathias Bellos & Maudlin Waight who declared their intentions of marriage, & he belonging to Newtown meeting in West Jersey tis Expected by friends of this meeting that he bring a Certificate from thence along with him, against their next appearance. Collected this meeting £2 • 3. & ids of a penny, and left in the hands of Alexander Beardsley. At our Monthly Meeting held at the New Meeting house, the Twenty ninth day of the Eleventh month 1696/7. friends being there met to Inspect into the affairs of Truth. John Griffith having given his consent to his daughter's marriage to one not in Unity with friends, did' appear at this meeting and acknowledge his weakness in so doing before he Enquired in what relation the young man stood in towards friends. Samuel Carpenter and William Southeby are still desired to visit John Jennett & see if they can get him to an acknowledgment of his Evil, in giving his Consent to his daughters marriage to one not in unity with friends. 212 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. The minute Entered the monthly meeting before last has been debated among friends at this meeting and they still give their Judgement that David Powell stand to the award given by friends to William Bibs. Elisabeth Fox & Susannah Woodworth presented George Goldsmith & Ellen Harrison, who declared their intentions of marriage, it being the second time, & nothing appearing to obstruct their proceedings the meeting consented thereto. Mary Sibthorp & Elisabeth Walker presented Matthias Bellows & Maudlin Waight who declared their intentions of marriage, and it being the second time, nothing appearing against their proceedings, It was consented to. Thomas Fitzwater appeared at this meeting & signifyed to friends that he would Endeavour to get a room or two furnished in 2 or 3 months time, to receive his wife, if she will then come to dwell with him, and to take off the reproach whereby Truth and friends suffer. Robert Owen brought a paper into this meeting, wherein David Powell is concerned. By the meetings advice they Chose Anthony Morris & James Fox to hear & determine the same if they can, & bring report to this or next monthly meeting. Ralph Jackson brought in a Complaint to this meeting against his wife's mother for refusing to let her have her right, according to her fathers will, and friends desire John Goodson, Thomas Duckett & David Lloyd to speak to Elisabeth Fitzwater and Endeavour to get her to Comply with her former husband's will, and bring her answer to the next monthly meeting. 'Tis agreed by friends at this meeting that the Collection for the use of the poor and other necessaries begin at the forepart of the meeting, before other business. George Gray is desired to get a Copy of Robert Ewer's paper and see it fixed on the meeting house door, and that himself together with James Fox send Copies thereof where they may see a service. Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 213 The matter in difference between John Williams, Robert David & David Powell being debated as above, Antho. Morris & James Fox being desired to hear & determine the same, do award said David Powell to pay the fifteen pounds he assumed to pay to the Merionethshire friends on account of Richard Davis. It being proposed to this meeting that a printing press would be very serviceable to friends belonging to the Yearly Meeting, Daniel Pastorius of Germantown is willing and thinks he may be Capable of managing the same, therefore the meeting requests Samuel Carpenter or any other friends to send to England for a press & letters, or such things thereunto belonging as cannot be gotten here, and this meeting, if the Yearly meeting cloth not approve thereof, doth promise to see him or them paid for the same. David Lloyd appeared at this meeting and requested a Certificate to signify his clearness in relation to marriage & Conversation amongst us, In order thereunto the meeting requests Alexr Beardsley & George Gray to make Enquiry into the same, and return their answer to the next monthly meeting. Collected this meeting £3 . 18 . 2i & left in the hands of Alexr Beardsley. John Ithell having brought a Copy of a letter from Newton Meeting to William Steel, informing him of the condition of his Estate in West Jersey, & of said Ithells impotency & poverty, and the letter being read was approved of by this meeting, who desired Samuel Carpenter & James Fox to write to him accordingly. Its desired by this meeting that Samuel Carpenter & Thomas Duckett draw a Certificate for our friends James Dickinson & Jacob Fallowfield and get it sign'd by friends belonging to this meeting. At a Monthly Meeting held at the meeting house in High Street in Philadelphia, about the Concerns of Truth, this Twenty sixth of the Twelfth month 1696/7. 214 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. The friends appointed to speak to Elisabeth Fitzwater have accordingly done it, and return her answer that she thinks herself not well used by Ralph Jackson's bringing it to the meeting before he had given her Gospell order, which this meeting advises the said Ralph to perform before he proceeds any further therein. The persons appointed to Enquire into the clearness of David Lloyd report that they find nothing but that he is clear from all persons in relation to marriage, nor anything against his conversation, and this meeting requests George Gray & Anthony Morris to write a Certificate for the said David, and sign the same in behalf of the monthly meeting. It having been several times proposed to this meeting that our monthly meeting should begin at the 10th hour, But friends thinking it more convenient by a general Consent & approbation, it is agreed that for the time to come the monthly meeting may begin precisely at the 12th hour, and so to continue untill further order, and friends are desired to keep to their time, that the meeting may gather and conclude orderly. David Powell having sent a paper to this meeting wherein he requests the meeting that they would use some means that he might be helped in a matter of account, wherein he complains that there is money due unto him from a friend in England. In order to answer his request the meeting desires James Fox & Anthony Morris to meet with those appointed by Richard Davis and use their Endeavour to settle the said account, & return their proceedings therein to the next monthly meeting. Their being a matter of difference brought to this meeting by Ralph Jackson between himself and Josiah Fearn belonging to the monthly meeting of Derby, In order to the putting an end thereunto This meeting requests John Kinsey & David Lloyd to meet with two friends appointed by the monthly meeting of Derby for the same purpose, that Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 215 they may End it if possible, & return their proceedings therein to the next monthly meeting. Collected this meeting for the poor and other necessary uses the sum of £2 . 1 . 8, and left in the hands of George Gray. At our Monthly Meeting held at the Meeting house in the High Street in Philadelphia where friends being met together to Inspect the affairs of Truth this Twenty sixth of the first month 1697. James Fox & Anthony Morris being desired by the last monthly meeting to Inspect into the accounts between David Powell & Richard Davis, return their answer that they have done something in it, but not finished, so are desired to continue to accomplish the same, and further at the request of the said David Powell to this meeting the aforesaid friends are desired to consider what damage the said David hath received by being delayed in the matter by Richard Davis, and signify their resentments thereof to the next monthly meeting. Collected for the poor & other uses .Z1 . 6 . 4. and left in the hands of George Gray, of which he has disbursed 18/ on account of this meeting. A Copy of the Yearly meeting minute concerning family meetings and Negroes was this day read, being recommended to the several Quarterly & Monthly meetings, And in order to the putting the same in practice this meeting recommends the same to the particular members thereof that they use their Endeavour to promote the service thereof, according as the Lord in his wisdom shall direct them. Elisabeth Fox & Margaret Beardsley presents Daniel Flower & Sarah Fincher, who published their intentions of marriage before this meeting, it being the first time, friends appoint William Harwood & Robert Burroughs to make Enquiry into the said Daniel's clearness, and return their proceedings therein to the next monthly meeting. A paper brought in by Abraham Hooper to this meeting 216 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. was read, wherein he Condemns his former outgoings as well as his late Joyning with that wicked separating Spirit that Entered George Keith and those that Joined with him in the separation. This meeting requests George Gray & Anthony Morris to write a Certificate for Daniel Standish to signify his clearness in relation to marriage, and sign the same in behalf of the meeting. 30th of 2d Month 1697. Joan Forrest & Margaret Beardsley presented Daniel Flower & Sarah Fincher who declared their intentions of marriage with each other, It being the second time of their coming, and no objections made, The same was Consented to. 'Tis agreed by this meeting that hence forward there be two meetings at this place upon a first day during the summer time, the morning meeting beginning at the ninth hour, the other about two in the afternoon. Also it is agreed by this meeting at the request of the friends on Schuylkill side, that there be a morning meeting at the Center meeting-house during the Summer season, beginning at the ninth hour, and that John Lineham give friends notice next first day, that the fifth & first days meeting following be held at the Center, while this place is plaistering. Collected this meeting £3 . 2 . 2 and left in the hands of Alexr Beardsley. It is desired by this meeting that John Lineham, James Fox & Alex? Beardsley go about amongst friends to get what money they can subscribed towards paying the meetings debts contracted by building our new meeting house. 27th of 3d Month, 1697. Collected this meeting £1 . 18 . 94 and left with Alex' Beardsley. Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 217 The matter between Ralph Jackson and Josiah Fearn not being yet Ended, this meeting desires David Lloyd & John Kinsey to continue their care to Endeavour to put an end thereto. Anthony Morris likewise is desired to assist them to write to friends of the monthly meeting at Derby, and signify this meetings opinion that friends ought to concern themselves to put an End thereto. Joan Forrest & Jane Moore presented George Gottschick & Elisabeth Oliver who declared their intentions of marriage, it being the first time, he belonging to Germantown meeting, 'tis Expected that he bring a Certificate from friends there the next time. Jacob Dewberry appointed at this meeting and desired a Certificate of his Conversation & clearness in relation to marriage from friends here, To the monthly meeting at Oxford, In order to which Thomas Andrews & John Mifflin are desired to Enquire and make report thereof to the next monthly meeting. 25th of 4th Month, 1697. Collected at this meeting £2 . 19 . 11 & left in the hands of Alexr Beardsley. Thomas Andrews & John Mifflin makes report to this meeting that after Enquiry made concerning the conversation & clearness in relation to marriage of Jacob Dewberry they find all things clear. Alex" Beardsley is desired to write a Certificate for the said Jacob Dewberry & sign it in behalf of the meeting. A letter from George Palmer was read wherein he desired his brothers to dispose of some land to raise £16 or £20 for his relief, whereupon Edward Shippen & Samuel Carpenter are desired to write to the meeting of Sufferings in London to desire them to send him £20 Sterling, part of the money which was sent from hence for his Redemption some years since, and if that money be disposed of and there is not so much in their hands, then his brothers will give Bond to pay it here. 218 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. Joan Forrest & Jane Moore presented George Gottschick & Elisabeth Oliver who declared their intentions of marriage with each other, it being the second time, and no objection made they were left to their Liberty to Consummate their marriage according to Truth. Elisabeth Fox & Elisabeth Rakestraw presented Nathaniel Zane & Grace Rakestraw who declared their intentions of marriage with each other, It being the first time, & he belonging to the monthly meeting of Newton it is Expected that he bring a Certificate of his clearness from thence. Mary Sibthorpe & Elisabeth Hoodt presented to this meeting Eve Belonge & Christian Delaplaine who declared their intentions of marriage with each other, It being the first time, he produced to this meeting a Certificate from Virginia of his Conversation & clearness in that relation. John Lineham & John Kinsey are desired to make Enquiry concerning the young man's clearness & make report to next meeting. 30th of 5th Month 1697. Collected for the service of Truth and left in the hands of Alexr Beardsley ,L4 . 16 . 2. Our friend Jonathan Tyler hath presented to this meeting the necessity which friends & other people are under to the Eastward of Salem in New England, by reason of a great Calamity which is upon them, whereupon it was debated & agreed that a subscription for their relief should be promoted. Edward Shippen & Samuel Carpenter are desired to get the said subscription finished, and to recommend the necessity of subscription to the Quarterly & monthly meetings of Bucks & Chester and likewise to the Welch friends, and to take the first opportunity to send something for the present relief of friends that are in distress. The subscribers are desired to pay their subscriptions to Edward Shippen & Samuel Carpenter. Mary Sibthorp & Elisabeth Hoodt presented to this meet- Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 219 ing Eve Belonge & Christian Delaplaine who declared their intentions of marriage, It being the second time, all things appeared clear, so they are left to their liberty to consummate their marriage according to Truth. James Fox is desired to write to Samuel Jennings to know whether the books he sent to this meeting were to be sold, and the price of them, and make report to the next monthly meeting. Richard Gove acquainted this meeting with his intentions of travelling to Maryland & Virginia upon the service of Truth, whereupon Griffith Owen is desired to draw one for him that friends may sign it. Samuel Carpenter acquainted this meeting that Daniel Smith desires they would lend him some money, in order that he may carry on some Trade to maintain him & wife, whereupon Edward Shippen, Samuel Carpenter, Anthony Morris, Alexander Beardsley and James Fox or any three of them are desired to speak with him, and lend him £20, and pay it to him as it comes in Stock. 27th of 6th Month 1697. Collected for the use of the poor &c. .£2 . 5. 6 and left in the hands of Alexander Beardsley. After great Labour and friends patience towards John Jennett, he now hath signified to the friends that went to him that he is sorry that he gave Consent to the marriage of his daughter & did not bring it to the meeting. Those friends that Inspected into Daniel Smith's Condition saw there was necessity for more money to be lent him, and he requesting friends for the same at this meeting who having taken it into consideration, promise that if any friend will Lend him £25 this meeting will see them paid again, with the interest, they taking his Bond for the said money. Edward Shippen & Samuel Carpenter are desired to continue their care to write to the meeting of Sufferings in 220 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. London, that they send to George Palmer the £20 before mentioned. Elisabeth Fox & Jane Brientnall presented Nathaniel Zane & Grace Rakestraw who declared their intentions of taking each other in marriage, It being the second time & he bringing a Certificate from friends of Newton, of his clearness which was to the satisfaction of this meeting, upon which they were left to consummate their intentions. Anthony Morris, William Sou theby, Samuel Carpenter & John Kinsey are desired to take care to put Joseph Oliver an apprentice to Evan Morris the next Court of Quarter Sessions untill he is of the age 20 or 21 years, and that his master take care to Instruct him in the art of Leather dressing & the Glover's trade, in particular cutting out, and to read, write and Cypher. This meeting desires Edward Shippen, Anthony Morris, Samuel Carpenter & William Southeby to attend the service of the Quarterly meeting. David Powell complaining to this meeting of being kept from his Just right by reason of Richard Davis's delays, and understanding that there are accounts newly come over relating to the business, the friends that were formerly desired to adjust the accounts, between them are still desired to Inspect these last accounts, to see how things are betwixt them, & make report of the same to the next monthly meeting. There being a Complaint brought into this meeting by John Morgan of being kept out of £19 these four years by David Powell. William Forrest & Robert Burrough are desired to speak to said David Powell that he take care to pay his Just debt, and to make report of his answer to the next meeting. William Rakestraw having made Complaint to this meeting of a difference between Joshua Tittery and himself, friends desire William Southeby, John Jones & Nathaniel Lamplew to make Inspection thereinto, and Endeavour to reconcile said difference and make report to the next monthly meeting. Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 221 There being some difference mentioned between William Boulding and his wife, John Lineham and George Gray are desired to speak with them. 24th of 7th Month 1697. Collected this meeting £2. 13 . 0 & sent to Alexr Beardsley by George Gray. Mary Sibthorpe & Hannah Carpenter presented to this meeting William Kelley and Merian Vanbulah who declared their intentions of marriage, It being the first time, it is expected he bring a Certificate of his clearness to the next monthly meeting. William Southeby and George Gray are desired by this meeting to treat with William Boulding and endeavour to agree with him for Mary Price his servant's time and to Inspect into her Estate. Josiah Ellis desired of this meeting a Certificate of his clearness in relation to marriage, whereupon Christopher Sibthorp & Casper Hoodt are desired to make Enquiry and report the same to the next meeting. Ralph Jackson and John Busby are desired to deal with Matthias Bellers for misconduct in relation to his marriage. A letter from Thomas Rouse and Ann his wife was sent to this meeting & read, wherein they desire friends here to mind them, in sending some books & Epistles which may be of Service to them. Elisabeth Jackson & Joan Forrest presented to this meeting Randolph Spikeman & Mary Cockin who declared their intentions of marriage, it being the first time. William Hudson & Pentecoast Teague are desired to make Enquiry into the said Randolph's clearness and make report to the next monthly meeting. Whereas at our last Yearly Meeting it was thought convenient to get a press for the service of Truth, and it was left to this monthly meeting to Endeavour to get it, either at Boston or London. It is desired by this meeting that 222 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. Edward Shippen Endeavour to get it with as much speed as possible. 29th of 8th Month 1697. Collected at this meeting £2. 12 . 3 & left in the hands of James Fox. The difference between Ralph Jackson & Josiah Fearne was debated, and it is brought to this result, that Ralph Jackson is to stand to the Loss of a . 15 . 0. Philadelphia Monthly Meeting is willing to pay Ralph a . 15. 0 & Derby Meeting a . 15. 0. and the other a . 15. 0 Derby friends are to Endeavour to get it for him of the Swedes, and if they will not give any thing towards it, then it shall be made up Equally by this meeting & Derby meeting. Hannah Carpenter & Mary Sibthorp presented to this meeting William Kelley & Merrian Van Beulah, who declared their intentions of marriage, it being the second time, and nothing appears to hinder their proceedings, they are left to their Liberty to consummate their marriage according to Truth. Elisabeth Jackson & Joan Forrest presented to this meeting Randolph Spikeman & Mary Cocking who declared their intentions of marriage, It being the second time, and nothing appears to hinder their proceedings, they are left to their Liberty to consummate their marriage according to good order of Truth. Melissant Hoskins & Joan Southeby presented to this meeting John Realow & Mary Rencbo, who declared their intentions of marriage, it being the first time. John Lineham & Ralph Jackson are desired to make Enquiry concerning his clearness and likewise the said Realow is to bring a certificate of his conversation & clearness from the monthly meeting of Crosswicks or Burlington to the next meeting. Margaret Lineham & Sarah Dillwyn presented to this meeting George Harmar & Honor Oxley, who declared their Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 223 intentions of marriage, it being the first time. Pentecost Teague & Hugh Durbrugh are desired to make Enquiry concerning his clearness and make report to the next meeting. Deborah Burrough & Jane Brientnall presented to this meeting Matthew Robinson & Sarah Powell, who declared their intentions of marriage, It being the first time. Robert Burrough & David Brientnall are desired to make Enquiry concerning his clearness, and bring report to the next monthly meeting. Arthur Cook makes Complaint to this meeting, that James Coates hath not performed his bargain in finishing his house according to their agreement. John Kinsey, William Harwood & John Parsons are desired to speak with him to know why he hath not done his work according to agreement, & make report to the next monthly meeting. Mary Sibthorp & Elisabeth Culcop presented to this meeting Charles Sanders and Sarah Whitpain who declared their intentions of marriage, It being the first time. Anthony Morris, George Gray & Thomas Duckett are desired to make Enquiry concerning his clearness, and persuade her to settle something on her Children if she have it, and make report to the next monthly meeting. A paper of Condemnation signed by Charles Sanders was read, and ordered to be recorded. Casper Hoodt reports that upon Enquiry made he doth not find but that Josiah Ellis is clear in relation to marriage, whereupon James Fox is desired to draw a Certificate accordingly. George Gray is desired to be assisting to John Lineham to gather in the subscriptions for the meeting house. William Southeby, Pentecoast Teague & John Kinsey are desired to speak to Matthias Bellows & his wife that they sign a paper of condemnation for the clearing of truth & sign it in order that it may be read in our publick meeting 224 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. on a first day, and to be set up on a post the next market day after, and Pentecoast Teague is desired to read it and set it up. George Gray, Thomas Duckett & Anthony Morris are desired to send what books and Epistles may be of service to Thomas Rouse and his wife, according to their desire, and to let them know that their paper was received kindly & read in our monthly meeting. Samuel Carpenter & James Fox are desired to speak with Francis Daniel Pastorius in order to write for friends of this meeting. 26th of 9th Month 1697. The money collected the 24th of the 7th month last, which was delivered to George Gray is left in the hands of James Fox £2. 13. 0 Collected at this meeting £3 . 5 . 5 & left in the hands of James Fox. A paper from Derby monthly meeting was read, relating to the difference between Ralph Jackson & Josiah Fearn, this meeting desires Samuel Carpenter, David Lloyd, Thomas Duckett & John Kinsey to be at the next monthly meeting at Derby to Endeavour to End that difference, & make report to the next monthly meeting. Samuel Carpenter & James Fox having spoken with Francis Daniel Pastorius concerning writing for this meeting, and his answer was that he thought it would not suit him by reason of his not living in town. James Kight laid before this meeting his intentions altering his Condition in relation to marriage. In order thereto he desired a Certificate of his clearness. Philip England & John Rhoads are desired to make Enquiry concening the same & make report to the next monthly meeting. James Fox is desired to pay Daniel Smith what is due to him for cleaning the meeting house. Margaret Lineham & Sarah Dillwyn presented to this, a Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 225 meeting George Harman & Honour Oxley who declared their intentions of marriage the second time & nothing appearing to hinder their proceedings, they are left to their liberty to consummate their marriage according to the good order amongst friends. Mary Sibthorp & Elisabeth Culcop presented Charles Sanders & Sarah Whitpaine who declared their intentions of marriage, It being the second time, and nothing appearing to hinder their proceedings, this meeting permits them to consummate the same amongst friends. Deborah Burrough & Jane Brientnall presented to this meeting Matthew Robinson & Sarah Powell, who declared their Intentions of marriage, it being the second time, and nothing appearing to hinder their proceedings they are left to their liberty to Consummate their marriage according to the good order of Truth. 31st of 10th Month 1697Collected this meeting £4. 5 . 4 & left in the hands of James Fox. Samuel Carpenter with the other friends who were desired to End the difference between Ralph Jackson & Josiah Fearn makes report that the friends of Derby monthly meeting do intend to raise some money to help reimburse Ralph Jackson. The friends appointed to make Enquiry concerning James Kite's clearness makes report that upon Enquiry made they do not find but that he is clear in relation to marriage Except to the person whom he is concerned with, whereupon James Fox & John Kinsey are desired to draw a Certificate & sign it in behalf of this meeting. Whereas there was ten pounds ordered by our monthly meeting last year towards the Yearly Meeting Stock. James Fox is desired to pay the same to Edward Shippen, which is accordingly done. Whereas Edward Shippen & Samuel Carpenter were 226 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. formerly desired to Endeavour to procure a press for the service of Truth, and nothing being yet done about it, this meeting desires them to Endeavour to purchase a bill of £30 Sterling, and send it forward to England with the first opportunity, in order to purchase the same. Melissant Hoskins & Joan Southeby presents to this meeting John Realow & Mary Rencho, who declared their intentions of marriage, it being the second time, and nothing appearing to hinder their proceedings they are left to their liberty to consummate the same according to the good order of Truth. The minute of the last Yearly Meeting was read, that a Yearly meeting Stock was thought convenient to be raised, and that not less than £100 will answer that occassion, upon which It is agreed that £20 shall be paid out of this meeting Stock to Edward Shippen & Samuel Carpenter, who were desired to receive the same. A paper for the Incouragenent of a free School was this day read, whereupon Samuel Carpenter & James Fox are desired to treat with Daniel Pastorius and Thomas Makins concerning the same, and that they desire the friends of the town to meet together this day week, about the first hour, at this meeting house to consider further of it, & that Daniel Pastorius & Thomas Makins be present. 28th of 11th Month 1697. Collected this meeting £1. 19 . 0 & left in the hands of James Fox. Edward Shippen & Samuel Carpenter are still desired to Endeavour to get a Bill of Exchange for £30 to purchase a press. Whereas the last meeting agreed that £20 should be lent out of the meeting Stock to Cheltnam friends to help them in building a meeting house. This meeting upon further consideration agrees that a Collection be made by way of subscription for that service, and if it do not arise to £20 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 227 then this monthly meeting to make it up out of the meeting Stock, and if it arises to more than £20 they are to have it. Samuel Carpenter makes report to this meeting that several friends met together according to the desire of the last monthly meeting, to treat with Daniel Pastorius & Thomas Makin for keeping a public School, and the friends then met agreed with them, provided this meeting approves of the same, that the monthly meeting Engages to pay them forty pounds each, yearly, during the time they continue in the said School, friends providing a School house, which being approved of, The money is to be raised by way of Subscription, and Samuel Carpenter & James Fox are desired to get the subscriptions & bring them in to the next monthly meeting. It is agreed also that they shall begin the School the first of the first month next, and that Samuel Carpenter & James Fox do acquaint them of it, And that preparation be made for the School in the Inner Chamber, over the Meeting-house, and they are to be paid out of the Stock before money be raised for the keeping of the School, and when raised to be repaid again. And a subscription paper to be drawn up by Samuel Carpenter & David Lloyd according to the proposals which were read at the last meeting. 25th of 12th Month 1697/8. Collected at this meeting £4. 1. 9. & left in the hands of James Fox, and 11/3 for primmers. Edward Shippen by desire of this meeting will order his Correspondent in London to disburse the sum of £30 for buying a press & paper in London, for which he is to have the sum of £45 this Currency, which Samuel Carpenter, John Jones, Anthony Morris & James Fox offers to be security for, on behalf of the Yearly meeting. William Jenkins by the desire of Cheltnam monthly meeting saith that their meeting accepts of a subscription to be made for assisting them in building there intended new meeting house. 228 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. Arthur Cook complains to this meeting that there is a difference between him & Alice Guest, whereupon Edward Shippen & Anthony Morris are desired to Endeavour to End the same & make report to the next monthly meeting. The Yearly meeting Epistle from London dated in the 3d month 1697 was read. 25th of 1st Month 1698. Collected at this Meeting £1 . 18 . 2 & left in the hands of James Fox. The difference which was depending between Ralph Jackson and Josiah Fearne is accommodated. The friends that were appointed to Endeavour to End the difference between Arthur Cook & Alice Guest makes report that Alice Guest doth not think herself oblidged to pay any debts due from her husband when he was in partnership with Joseph Brown, because the said Joseph administered on the Estate which was in partnership; whereupon this meeting desires Thomas Duckett & Samuel Carpenter to speak with Arthur Cook & acquaint him thereof & that this meeting leaves him to his liberty to Endeavour to recover it, from whom it is due. Joan Forrest & Mariana Kelley presented to this meeting John Biddle & Abigail Mattern, who declared their intentions of marriage it being the first time, whereupon Robert Burrough & William Forrest are desired to make Enquiry concerning his clearness, and make report to the next monthly meeting. It being proposed to this meeting that it is necessary something be drawn up for the order of the School, this meeting desires Edward Shippen, Samuel Carpenter, Anthony Morris, David Lloyd, Thomas Duckett & James Fox, with as many other friends as are willing to meet at this meeting house the next sixth day, about the first hour, to draw up the said order. Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 229 29th of 2d Month 1698. Richard Hoskins proposed his intentions of travelling to New England upon the service of truth, desiring the unity of friends therein, which accordingly was well approved of, and a Certificate signed at this meeting. Collected at this meeting £2 . 14 . 5, left with Anthony Morris to deliver to James Fox. The friends appointed to Inspect the affairs of the School are desired to continue their care in that concern, and to meet together at this meeting house this day week at the second hour in the afternoon, and as many other friends as are willing. It being thought needful by this meeting that some friends be appointed to look into the disorders of all that make profession of Truth who live within the limits of our meeting, and also that they speak to them that neglect their duty in coming to monthly & weekly meeting, and likewise to those that are profuse in their housing and Cloathing according to the modes & fashions, or whatsoever they may find disorderly amongst them that profess truth. In order thereunto the meeting appoints William Southeby, Samuel Carpenter, George Gray & William Forrest, and such others as they shall find occasion to request for their assistance from time to time. John Bedle & Abigail Mattern appeared at this meeting & published their intentions of marriage, It being the second time, and nothing appearing to obstruct they are : left to their liberty therein. Some friends desiring a meeting may be appointed at the Center according to the usual time, at the 10th hour in the forenoon, which accordingly this meeting agrees to, and that it begin the first day after the next Ensuing, and to continue till the usual time or further agreement of friends therein, and that William Southeby give notice thereof the next first day. A paper from the monthly meeting of Horslydown in 230 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. London was this day read, and in order to answer their request therein the meeting desires Edward Shippen & Anthony Morris to joyn with John Goodson & Humphry Murray and Examine the accounts of Christopher Sibthorp concerning the Estate of Edward Collier deceased, to whom the said Christopher is Executor, and that the foresaid friends write to the friends of Horslydown meeting & give them such satisfaction as they see meet therein, on behalf of this meeting, & make return thereof to our next monthly meeting. A paper from the last Yearly Meeting in London was directed to the monthly & quarterly meetings in Pennsylvania, East & West Jersey, for the Collecting of all George Fox's books & writings in these parts, In order thereto It is agreed that Daniel Pastorius write Copies of the above said paper, and that one of them be sent to each monthly meeting in this County, and also one to Bucks, one to Chester and one to New Castle Counties to their particular Quarterly meetings, that so the service thereof may be answered, there being Copies already sent to East & West Jersey. And for this monthly meeting it is left to the care of James Fox to make diligent Enquiry therein & whosoever hath any of the said books and papers are desired to bring them into our next monthly meeting. Whereas John Lineham deceased was Joyn'd with William Southeby to give notice to those that should bury their dead in friends burying ground. By the appointment of this meeting Ralph Jackson is Joined to said Wm. Southeby for the same service. Whereas friends have purchased an house & Lot of Lionell Brittain for the service of the public School, according to what has been already agreed to by this meeting, & the said purchase is approved of, and David Lloyd is desired to draw the writings for confirmation of the same unto Edward Shippen until he be secured the money and then he to reconvey it again for the use aforesaid. Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 231 27th of 3d Month 1698. Collected at this meeting £2 . 0 5, and left with Isaac Noris to deliver to James Fox. The friends appointed to Inspect & settle the affairs of the School are desired to continue their care and to meet about it the next 6th day at the 2d hour, several of them being absent, Thomas Duckett is desired to acquaint them of it, & as many more as can be there. The friends appointed to speak to the disorderly professors of Truth, & those that neglect meetings &c. are desired still to continue their care therein. The friends appointed to Joyn with John Goodson & Humphry Murray in Enquiring into the accounts of Christopher Sibthorp relating to the Estate of Edward Collier deceased, are desired to meet as soon as possible about it, and write to the meeting of Horslydown as formerly appointed. Daniel Pastorius acquaints this meeting that he wrote Copies of the paper from the Yearly Meeting of London about Collecting Geo: Fox's writings & delivered them to Anthony Morris in order to be sent to the several meetings as directed, and friends are still desired to bring into the next meeting, or at any time to James Fox, an account of what of his books or writings they have. Elisabeth Fox & Elisabeth Martin presented to this meeting Richard Gove & Patience Gosdon who declared their intentions of marriage, It being the first time. Robert Burrough & William Hudson are appointed to Enquire into his clearness and give an account thereof to the next meeting. 24th of 4th Month 1698. Collected £3 . 2 . 9, & left in the hands of James Fox. The friends that were appointed to speak to the disorderly are still desired to continue their care therein. Elisabeth Martin & Elisabeth Fox presented Richard 232 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. Gove and Patience Gosden, who declared their intentions of marriage the second time and are given liberty to accomplish the same. The friends that were appointed to make up accounts with Christ' Sibthorp concerning the estate of Edward Collier gives report that they have Ended it, and given account thereof to Horslydown meeting. Pentecoast Teague & John Busby are desired to get the subscription & money for Cheltnam friends to help them in building a new meeting house, and bring it to the next monthly meeting. The friends appointed to Inspect the affairs of the School, with other friends that are willing, are desired to meet together next fifth day after meeting, to consider what is further needful to be done. George Gray laid before this meeting that he bath some thoughts to go for Barbadoes in some short time. Whereas there is a difference between Thomas Siam & Daniel Pegg about the division of the land they live on, the whole difference they both leave to the next monthly meeting to End the same. Richard Sutton desires a Certificate concerning his clearness in relation to marriage & conversation. In order to it William Southeby & Nath: Lamplough are desired to make Enquiry and report to the next monthly meeting. 29th of 5th Month 1698. Collected £2. 16. 9 and left in the bands of James Fox. The friends that were appointed to speak to the disorderly are still desired to continue their care therein. Pentecoast Teague & John Busby who were by the last monthly meeting desired to get a Subscription & Collect money for Cheltnam friends, to help them in building their new meeting house, make report that they have Collected in Cash £27. 2 . 5 and £2 . 4. 0 more behind which will be allowed by discount, which money they are desired to deliver to the said Cheltnam friends. Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 233 Griffith Owen is desired to draw a Certificate for Richard Sutton concerning his clearness in relation to marriage ez Conversation. A letter from Thomas Hart, Philip Ford ez Clement Plumstead was read, wherein they advised this meeting that Theodore Ecclestone had given George Palmer Credit for £20, or remitted it to him, according to this meetings former desire, whereupon this meeting desires Ralph Jackson & the rest of his relations to take care to remitt the said £20 as soon as possible to Theodore Ecclestone of London to answer the same. Mary Knight & Elisabeth Culcop presented to this meeting Robert Thompson & Sarah Hearne who declared their intentions of marriage the first time. Abraham Hardiman dt Caspar Hoodt are desired to make Enquiry concerning his clearness and make report to the next monthly meeting. This meeting desires Edward Shippen ez Nathan Stanbury to Join with the former friends that were concerned to End the difference between Daniel Pegg & Thomas Sciam, who do here in meeting promise to stand to the award of the said friends, and they are to make report to the next monthly meeting. A paper of William Southeby's concerning trading with the Indians was read, whereupon Griffith Owen is desired to speak with John Stephens to go to the Indians to speak with them, in order to appoint time and place for meeting with them at one of their Indian towns, and Nicholas Walln to speak with Job Goodson to accompany John Stephens. Thomas Duckett, Richard Hoskins, Griffith Owen 85 Nicholas Walln are desired to draw a paper for Encouragement of friends in Jamaico to be faithful to the testimonyof Truth, and what further may be convenient. 26th of 6th Month 1698. Collected £3 . 3 . 7 and left in the hands of James Fox. The friends that were formerly appointed to speak to the 234 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. disorderly walkers are still desired to continue their care therein. Griffith Owen is still desired to draw a Certificate for George Gray against the next monthly meeting. Anthony Morris & Nathan Stanbury are desired to assist John Palmer to Endeavour to get a bill of £20 Sterling to be sent to England, to reimburse Theodore Eceleston for the £20 which he hath laid out for the redemption of George Palmer out of Captivity, by order of the meeting of Sufferings. The persons that were desired to speak with the Indians concerning meeting with them are still deiired to speak with them about it. James Pourteras presented to this meeting a paper of Complaint against Daniel Pegg. This meeting desires John Goodson & Pentecoast Teague to speak with him about it & Endeavour to End the same. Is Ended. Whereas the Old Bank Meeting house is much decayed, and in great danger of falling down, this meeting hath taken the same into consideration, and it is agreed that William Southeby, Anthony Morris, Samuel Richardson & James Fox do Endeavour to get it sold at a publick outcry sometime between this and the next monthly meeting, and to give Robert Turner notice thereof. Some friends proposed to this meeting that it would be convenient to settle a retired meeting once a week, and that third days about the 2d hour both winter & summer is most convenient, whereupon it is referred to the next monthly meeting, both of men and women to be further considered. 30th of 7th Month 1698. Collected £3. 11 . 6 and left in the hand of James Fox. Renier Jansen a Dutchman came to this meeting, he having no Certificate from friends in Holland of his life and Conversation, this meeting desires Richard Hoskins Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 235 and William Southeby to speak with him, & make Enquiry of his life & Conversation, while he was on shipboard, and since his arrival here, and make report to the next monthly meeting. Mary Knight ct Elisabeth Culcop presented to this meeting Robert Thompson & Sarah Hearne who declared their intentions of marriage the second time and they are permitted to accomplish the same. Samuel Carpenter, William Southeby, William Forrest Pentecoast Teague are desired by this meeting to speak with the disorderly walkers, and to advise them to walk for the future according to Truth. George Gray's Certificate was drawn, read & signed by order of the meeting. Anthony Morris & Nathan Stanbury makes report that a Bill of £20 is gott for John Palmer in order to be sent to Theodore Eccleston of London. Joan Southeby & Elisabeth Fox presented to this meeting James White of Burlington and Mary Kitchen of this town, who declared their intentions of marriage the first time. He is desired to get a Certificate of his clearness Conversation from the monthly meeting of Burlington & bring it to the next monthly meeting. The friends that were appointed to sell the Old meeting house are still desired to sell it, between this & next monthly meeting. A paper of Pentecoast Teague's was read, relating to the selling of Negroe's at the publick Market place & Out cry, and it is the sense of this meeting that friends ought not to sell them after that manner, and it is further agreed that friends do meet together this day week at this house about the first hour, to consider and write to friends of the monthly meetings in Barbadoes to desire them to acquaint friends that they forbear sending any negroes to this place, because they are too numerous here. A paper from Thomas Fairman relating to a difference 236 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. in accounts between him and John Jones, was read, whereupon this meeting desires Anthony Morris & Nathan Stanbury to Endeavour to End the same, and make report thereof to the next monthly meeting. This meeting with the women friends at their meeting having further considered of settling a Retired meeting once a week, It is agreed that the meeting shall be held every third day at this house in the women's room, to begin at the second hour in the afternoon. Griffith Owen & Samuel Carpenter are desired to draw Certificates for Elisabeth Webb, Mary Rogers & Elisabeth Gamble, and bring them to be signed by friends at their meeting the next sixth day by order and in behalf of this meeting, and likewise to draw one for Richard Hoskins, which was accordingly done. 28th of 8th Month 1698. Collected £1 . 15. 7 and left in the hands of James Fox. The friends that were appointed the last meeting to speak with the disorderly are still desired to continue their care therein. Anthony Morris & James Fox makes report that they have sold the Old meeting house to James Cooper for £16. 15. 0 at a publick sale, who is to take it off the place in 3 months. It is the sense of this meeting that all masters of families among friends do Endeavour to bring their negroes to the publick meetings of worship on first days, and those that do not come to meetings may be restrained or prevented from meeting together in Companies. Joan Southeby & Elisabeth Fox presented to this meeting James White of Burlington & Mary Kitchen, who declared their intentions of marriage the second time, he producing a certificate from Burlington, and they are permitted to consummate their marriage among friends. Anthony Morris being desired to receive the subscriptions Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 237 for the School from Pentecoast Teague & John Busby who were desired to Collect the same, He makes report to this meeting that he hath paid Daniel Pastorius & Thomas Makins the ballance of their half years Salary due the 1st of the 7th mo: last. Anthony Morris & Jonathan Dickinson are desired to Endeavour to end the difference in accots depending between John Jones & Thomas Fairman, between this & next third day, and make report to the next monthly meeting. Elisabeth Fox & Esther Cooper presented to this meeting James Parrock & Martha Hastings who declared their intentions of marriage the first time. John Austin & William Dillwyn are desired to make Enquiry into the young man's clearness & make report to the next monthly meeting. Whereas Thomas Harris sent to this meeting a paper concerning a difference between him & Elisabeth Culcop about a party wall, and it being considered of, William Hudson is ordered to inform them that it is the advice of this meeting that they do Choose each of them two men to arbitrate the same, and to Oblidge themselves to stand to their award. Abraham Hardiman proposed to this meeting that he Intends if the Lord permit, to take Rebeckah Willsford to be his wife, and desires friends to give him a Certificate of his clearness. In order thereunto Anthony Morris & James Fox are desired to make Enquiry concerning the same, and report to the next monthly meeting. 25th of 9th Month 1698. Collected at this meeting £3 . 7 . 10 & left in hands of James Fox. The friends that were formerly desired to speak with the disorderly are still desired to continue their care therein. Anthony Morris & James Fox makes report to this meetting that upon Enquiry made by them they do not find but that Abraham Hardiman is clear from all persons in 238 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. relation to marriage Except to the person with whom he is concerned, whereupon this meeting desires them to draw up a Certificate of his conversation & clearness and sign it in behalf of this meeting. Elisabeth Fox & Esther Cooper presented to this meeting James Parrock & Martha Hastings, who declared their intentions of marriage the second time, and nothing appearing to hinder they are left to their liberty to consummate their marriage according to Truth, she having the consent of her parents. 30th of 10th Month 1698. Collected £4 and left in the hands of James Fox. The friends that were formerly desired to speak with the disorderly are still desired to continue their care therein. Nathaniel Lamplugh by Thomas Duckett complains of Samuel Carpenter, who by order and for the use of Samuel Chew of Maryland, did about 3 years ago, agree with him to build a certain Vessel. In order to which the said Lamplugh provided plank & Timber for it, and putt off other work in order to perform the same according to agreement, but after some time, when he sent up the dimensions they were but about one half as big as the Vessel was agreed for, so that he could not carry on the same without great damage, the plank being too thick & the Timber too large for so small a Vessel, therefore he Expecteth reasonable satisfaction for his damage. Samuel Carpenter being at this meeting acknowledges that the above Complaint is Just, and the reason why Nathaniel Lamplugh is not satisfied for his damage is because Samuel Chew has refused to pay the same, and therefore desires that this meeting would appoint some friends to Enquire into the matter. Upon which this meeting desires Thomas Duckett, Anthony Morris, William Southeby, Nathan Stanbury, John Parsons & James Fox, or any four of them to Examine into the matter & write to Samuel Chew accordingly. Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 289 This meeting desires Samuel Carpenter, Anthony Morris, John Jones & James Fox to agree with a printer if any to be found to manage the press, and to see for a convenient place to set it up, & to provide materials in order to set it to work. 27th of 11th Month 1698. Collected a . 4. 2 and left in the hands of James Fox. The friends that were formerly desired to speak with the disorderly are still desired to continue their care therein. An Epistle being drawn for the Encouragement of Jamaica friends was read, and this meeting desires that several friends may sign the same in behalf of said meeting, and that it be delivered to Jonathan Dickinson for him to take care to send it to them. The friends that were appointed the last meeting to Examine into the matter of difference between Nath: Lamplugh, Samuel Carpenter ez Samuel Chew, makes report that they have accordingly done it, and have drawn up a paper to be sent to the said Samuel Chew. The friends that were appointed the last meeting to agree with a printer makes report that they have spoken with Renier Johnson who bath undertaken to print for friends, and likewise have taken an house of David Lloyd to perform the said work in. Richard Gove proposed to this meeting that he hath some thoughts to travel in Company with Thomas Chalkley into Maryland, Virginia & Carolina, upon the service of Truth, and desired a Certificate, upon which Anthony Morris is desired to draw up a Certificate of friends unity with him, and that he ez some more friends do sign it in behalf of our monthly meeting. It is agreed that William Carter administrator to the Estate of the Widow Rochford, do place out her son Dennis an apprentice to Joshua Tittery to serve till he attains the age of 21 years, the said Joshua to teach him the Trade of 240 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. a potter, and to get him taught reading, writing & Arithmetick. The said Wm. Carter is to give with the Child ,t5 for the cloathing of him, and the said Joshua is at the End of his Term to cloath him well. A paper of John Beetle was read, wherein he Confesses that he with some others had taken up some goods on the marsh below Salem, but it hath not given friends satisfaction, whereupon this meeting desires Samuel Carpenter, Anthony Morris, William Southeby, David Lloyd, William Hudson, James Fox, Pentecoast Teague, John Busby, Abraham Hardyman, or some of them to deal with him, in order that he may Endeavour to Clear Truth, & bring him to a sence of his condition, and that some of the above named friends do write to Salem friends to advise them to deal with the friends that were concerned with him in taking of the said Goods. Thomas Fitzwater laid before this meeting that he with John Goodson & William Southeby went to his wife In order that the said Thomas and his wife might be Reconciled and live together, but could not prevail with her ; whereupon this meeting desires Griffith Owen, Thomas Duckett, Nicholas Walln and James Fox to Endeavour to bring them to a reconciliation, and that they do for the future live together in Love, and likewise to desire some women friends to be assisting in this Concern. John Austin & Jacob Dewberry presented to this meeting the necessity of Eleanor Lewis and her family, whereupon this meeting desires John Kinsey & John Busby to go and see what condition she is in, and for her present relief this meeting orders that James Fox do pay out of the Stock 40/ to the said friend for her use. John Austin proposed to this meeting that he had a mind to Rent the Ground which the Old meeting house stood on, whereupon this meeting hath this day Let the said Ground to the said Austin for three years, he paying 30/ yearly, friends promising him that it shall not be a Burthen to him. Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 241 John Southeby proposed to this meeting that he had an Intention to alter his condition by marrying Patience Wardell of Shrewsbury, and desired a Certificate of his clearness in relation to marriage, whereupon this meeting Desires Joshua Tittery & William Dillwin to make Enquiry concerning his clearness, & make report thereof to the next meeting. 24th of 12th Month 1698/9. Collected £3 . 17 . 7 and left in the hands of James Fox. The friends that were formerly desired to speak with the disorderly are still desired to continue their care therein. Samuel Carpenter desired to be Excused. John Goodson & Caspar Hoodt are desired to be assistant to the other friends. Jonathan Dickinson laid before this meeting his intentions of going for Jamaico & desires a Certificate, whereupon this meeting desires Anthony Morris & James Fox to make Enquiry of his Life and Conversation, & make report to the next monthly meeting. John Askew laid before this meeting his intentions of removing from hence in order to go for England and desires a Certificate, whereupon this meeting desires Anthony Morris & James Fox to make Enquiry concerning his clearness in relation to marriage and Conversation, and make report to the next monthly meeting. William Beaks laid before this meeting his Intentions of removing from hence in order to go for England, and desires a Certificate, whereupon this meeting desires Isaac Norris & John Parsons to make Enquiry concerning his clearness & conversation, and make report to the next monthly meeting. David Powell late of Radnorshire in Wales, now in Bristol Township, his Certificate was read in this meeting. John Askew's Certificate from England was this day read in our meeting. 242 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. Rebeckah Shippen & Margaret Beardsley presented to this meeting Nathan Stanbury & Mary Ewer who declared their intentions of marriage the first time. Isaac Norris & William Alloway are desired to make Enquiry of his clearness & make report to the next meeting. Anthony Morris, David Lloyd, Isaac Norris & William Alloway are desired to speak with Mary Ewer that she settle what may be thought convenient upon her Child before marriage. Ruth Duckett & Elisabeth Martin presented to this meeting William Say & Mary Paschall who declared their intentions of marriage the first time. This meeting desires Caspar Hoodt & James Fox to make Enquiry of his clearness & make report thereof to the next monthly meeting. Mary Sibthorpe & Joan Forrest presented to this meeting James Fox junr & Ann Wills who declared their intentions of marriage the first time. This meeting desires William Hudson & William Harwood to make Enquiry of his clearness and make report to the next monthly Meeting. The friends that were appointed the last meeting to Endeavour a reconciliation between Thomas Fitzwater and his wife makes report that they are in hopes they will live in Love together for the future. Hannah Carpenter & Margaret Beardsley presented to this meeting Thomas Rich and Sarah Sanders, who declared their intentions of marriage the first time. Abraham Hardiman & Nathl Edgcomb are desired to Enquire concerning his clearness & make report to the next monthly meeting. Griffith Owen & John Goodson are desired by this meeting to advise with our women friends in order for the relieving Eleanor Lewis, and providing some cloathing for her Children, and likewise to persuade her to place some of her Children out apprentice, and what they shall have occasion for this meeting orders James Fox to pay out of the Stock. William Dillwyn reports that upon Enquiry made John Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 243 Southeby is clear as far as they can understand in relation to marriage, whereupon James Fox is desired to draw a Certificate accordingly and sign it in behalf of this meeting. Thomas Pryor brought into this meeting a paper condemning his concealing some goods taken up by him and some others on the Marsh nigh Alloway's Creek. John Beetle's paper of Condemnation sign'd by him was read wherein he condemned his concealing the Goods taken up by him & others nigh Alloways Creek. This meeting desires James Fox to send the said paper to Thomas Woodroff at Salem, and to desire him to get it posted there, which is done. The persons that were appointed to Inspect into the orders of the School are desired to discharge their duty. 31st of 1st Month 1699. Collected £2. 11 . 8. and left in the hands of James Fox. The friends that were formerly appointed to speak with the disorderly walkers are still desired to continue their care therein. Our friend Richard Hoskins acquainted this meeting that he hath had some drawing of late to visit Old England upon the service of Truth, and that he hath some thoughts to go by way of Barbadoes, whereupon Griffith Owen is desired to draw a Certificate, and that it may be signed by as many friends as can conveniently in behalf of the meeting. Mary Sibthorp & Margaret Beardsley presented to this meeting Nathan Stanbury and Mary Ewer, who declared their intentions of marriage the second time, and nothing appearing to hinder they are left to their liberty to consumate the same according to Truth. Anthony Morris & James Fox are desired to draw Certificates for Jonathan Dickinson, John Askew and William Beaks, and sign them on behalf of the meeting. Ruth Duckett & Cicely Bradford presented to this meet- 244 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. ing William Say & Mary Paschell, who, declared their intentions of marriage the second time and are left at liberty to consumate the same. Mary Sibthorp & Joan Forrest presented to this meeting James Fox junr and Ann Wills, who declared their intentions of marriage the second time and are left to their liberty therein. Margaret Beardsley and Hannah Carpenter presented to this meeting Thomas Rich and Sarah Saunders, who declared their intentions of marriage the second time : nothing appearing to hinder they are left to their liberty to consumate the same according to Truth. Elisabeth Fox & Mary Sibthorp presented to this meeting Matthew Pritchard & Sarah Henley who declared their intentions of marriage the first time. John Kinsey & Pentecoast Teague are desired to make Enquiry concerning the young mans clearness, and make report to next monthly meeting. Anthony Morris is desired to assist John Kinsey & Pentecoast Teague to speak with Sarah Henly that she may settle what may be thought convenient upon her children. Hannah Carpenter & Ann Parsons presented to this meeting Thomas Pryor & Lydia Smart, who declared their intentions of marriage the first time. John Parsons and Thomas Griffith are desired to make Enquiry concerning his clearness, and make report to the next monthly meeting, and that they do speak with the woman that she do settle what may be Convenient on her Child. John Busby and Hugh Durbrugh are desired to Collect the last half years subscription for the School between this and the next monthly meeting, and that the money be paid to Anthony Morris in order that he may pay the schoolmasters & mistresses Salaries. John Kinsey complains to this meeting that John Calew owes some money to the Estate of John Lineham, and refuses the payment thereof, whereupon John Parsons and Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 245 John Busby are desired to Endeavour to End the same, and make report to the next meeting. The meeting desires the friends that were appointed about the affairs of the School to meet together the next Sixth day at this place with as many more friends as are willing, to settle such things as may be thought convenient. 28th of 2nd Month 1699. Collected £3 . 9 . 10. and left in the hands of James Fox. The friends that were formerly appointed to speak to the disorderly walkers are still desired to continue their care therein. John Busby makes report that he Sz Hugh Durbrugh hath Collected of several of the Subscribers about £48. and that they have paid it to Anthony Morris who hath paid off Daniel Pastorius and the two School mistresses Salaries. John Jones by order of Lydia Wade Executrix of the last will of Robert Wade deceased bath paid into this meeting five pounds for the use of the School, which Sum the said Robert gave yearly forever, which is left in the hands of Anthony Morris to help pay off Thomas Makin's Salary. Sarah Edgcomb & Jane Teague presented to this meeting Matthew Pritchard 4:t Sarah Henley, who declared their intentions of marriage the second time, nothing appearing to hinder they are left at liberty to accomplish the same according to Truth. Anthony Morris is appointed by this meeting to buy a small book to keep the School accounts therein. Lydia Smart having given in a paper Condemning her former taking an husband out of the Unity of friends, hoping to be more Circumspect for the future, which was read. Hannah Carpenter & Ann Parsons presented to this meeting Thomas Pryor & Lydia Smart who declared their intentions of marriage the second time, and nothing appearing to hinder they are left to their Liberty to consumate the same according to Truth. 246 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. Emanuel Walker sent to this meeting a paper condemning his former out-goings which was read. Joan Southeby & Bridget Fisher presented to this meeting William Brown of the County of Chester & Katharine Williams of this Town, who declared their intentions of marriage the first time. He is ordered to bring a Certificate of his clearness & conversation from the meeting he belongs to. Joan Southeby & Elisabeth Hastings presented to this meeting Samuel Spencer & Esther Jennett who declared their intentions of marriage the first time. William Southeby & John Jones are desired to make Enquiry concerning his clearness, & report to the next monthly meeting. Whereas several of our friends are at Salem Yearly meeting, this meeting thinks it convenient to defer a subscription for discharging the debts of the meeting house untill the next monthly meeting. David Lloyd & Anthony Morris are desired to Inspect into the Wills of friends that are deceased, to see what Legacies are given to this meeting, and that they do receive the same for the service intended and give receipts accordingly, and make report to the next monthly meeting. Philip James proposed to this meeting that he intended to Transport himself for England in some short time, desiring a Certificate, whereupon Anthony Morris and James Fox are desired to Enquire concerning his conversation & clearness in relation to marriage, and make report to the next monthly meeting. The meeting thinks it convenient that the friends appointed to Inspect into the affairs of the School and Press, with as many other friends as are willing to meet the next sixth day at this place, at the second hour in the afternoon, and so to continue monthly till it be ordered to the Contrary. Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 247 26th of 3d Month 1699. Collected a . 16. 11. and left in the hands of James Fox. The friends that were formerly appointed to speak with the disorderly are still desired to continue their care therein. Joan Southeby ez Bridget Fisher presented to this meeting William Brown ez Katharine Williams who declared their intentions of marriage the second time. Nothing appearing to hinder they are left to their liberty to consumate their marriage according to the good order of Truth. Arthur Cook complains that James Coate hath not as yet finished his house according to the award of several friends formerly appointed to End the same : Whereupon this meeting orders the said James Coate to prepare boards and finish the said work against the next monthly meeting. Joan Southeby ez Elisabeth Hastings presented to this meeting Samuel Spencer ez Esther Jennett who declared their intentions of marriage the second time. Nothing appearing to hinder they are left to their liberty to accomplish the same. Mary Sibthorp ez Elizabeth Fox presented James Atkinson and Hannah Day who declared their intentions of marriage the first time. This meeting orders him to get a Certificate from Newton Meeting of his clearness and conversation, and bring it to the next monthly meeting. A Copy of a paragraph of John Lineham's will was read wherein he bath given ;20 for the use of the public School, to stand a Stock forever for that use. This meeting orders that John Kinsey ez Ralph Jackson pay in the said £20 to Anthony Morris et David Lloyd who are to pay it in to Edward Shippen for that service. It was proposed to this meeting the necessity of Entering all marriages amongst friends in a book for that service, which is recommended to the next Quarterly meeting for their concurrence. Elisabeth Rakestraw ez Hannah Rhoads presented to this 248 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. meeting Paul Saunders & Ann Folk who declared their intentions of marriage the first time. William Powell and Philip England are desired to make Enquiry concerning his clearness, and make report to the next monthly meeting. A Copy of a paragraph of Robert Ewer's will was read, wherein he gave £50 to be distributed according to the advice of the monthly meeting, whereupon Nathan Stanbury is desired to pay the said £50 to Anthony Morris & David Lloyd who are to pay it to Edward Shippen and to give discharges for the same in behalf of the said meeting, and if the said will doth not stand good in Law, and the said money be called for again, this meeting Engages to Nathan Stanbury that they will reimburse the said money to him again. Sarah Harding & Elisabeth Fox presented to this meeting Emanuel Walker & Margaret Matthews who declared their intentions of marriage the first time. Ralph Jackson & John Kinsey are desired to Enquire concerning the young mans clearness & make report to the next monthly meeting. Anthony Morris & James Fox makes report to this meeting that upon Enquiry made they do not find but that Philip James is clear in relation to marriage, and that his conversation since his return amongst us hath been orderly, whereupon the said friends are desired to draw a Certificate accordingly & sign it in behalf of the said meeting. which is done. Pentecoast Teague & Joshua Tittery are desired to get the subscription for paying the debts due for building and finishing this meeting-house between this and the next monthly meeting. 30th of 4th Month, 1699. Collected £3 :4 : 8. & left in the hands of James Fox. The friends that were formerly appointed to speak with the disorderly are still desired to continue their care therein. Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 249 Whereas James Atkinson & Hannah Day proposed at the last monthly meeting that they intended to marry each other, and desired the consent of friends, whereupon this meeting having taken it into consideration, and nothing appearing that her late husband John Day is certainly dead, although long absent, therefore it is the advice of this meeting that they cannot proceed to marry among friends, and Samuel Carpenter & William Southeby are desired to speak with him about it. Ruth Duckett & Elisabeth Rakestraw presented to this meeting Paul Saunders & Ann Folk who declared their intentions of marriage the second time. Nothing appearing to hinder they are left to their liberty to consumate the same. Anthony Morris & David Lloyd makes report that they have received £20, the Legacy of John Lineham of Ralph Jackson & John Kinsey and have paid it into the hands of Edward Shippen. Sarah Harding & Elisabeth Fox presented Emanuel Walker & Marget Mathews who declared their intentions of marriage the second time. Nothing appearing to obstruct they are left to their liberty to take each other amongst friends. Anthony Morris and David Lloyd makes report that Nathan Stanbury is willing to pay the ,k50 by discount in their hands, & when paid will pay it to Edward Shippen. Samuel Carpenter & Anthony Morris are desired to assist Pentecoast Teague & John Busby in getting the subscription finished for paying the debts due for building the meeting house, & to collect it as soon as possible. William Mannington his Certificate from friends of the City of Gloucester in Old England was read at this meeting, & Pentecost Teague is ordered to record it. Whereas John Ithell sent to this meeting a paper signifying his necessity of having some assistance from his brother Steel, upon which Edward Shippen, Samuel Carpenter, 250 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. Anthony Morris dr James Fox are desired to write to William Steel of Bristol in behalf of this meeting desiring him to give full power to sell his plantation and the interest of what it is sold for, be for his relief according to what he formerly wrote to friends was his mind, but there wanted sufficient power to convey the same. Whereas there is a book wanting for recording marriages amongst friends, James Fox is desired to buy a Good Book for that purpose, and pay for it out of the meeting Stock, and deliver it to Francis Daniel Pastorius who is appointed to Record all marriages in it. Reese Peters and Robert Burrough are desired to acquaint friends to bring in their Certificates that it may be done. 28th of 5th Month 1699. Collected £2. 16. 10. and left in the hands of James Fox. The friends that were formerly appointed to speak with the disorderly are still desired to continue their care therein. A paper being wrote in behalf of John Ithell in order to be sent to his brother Steel, was signed in behalf of this meeting by Edward Shippen, Samuel Carpenter, Anthony Morris & James Fox. Isaac Austin proposed to this meeting that he intended to alter his Condition & desired a Certificate of his clearness, upon which Anthony Morris & Abraham Hardiman are desired to make Enquiry of his clearness dr Conversation, and make report thereof to the next monthly meeting. James Fox acquaints this meeting that he hath bought a book, which cost 22/. for Recording friends marriages in, and hath delivered it to Francis Daniel Pastorius according to the advice of the last monthly meeting. Margaret Beardsley sent to this meeting Ten pounds, which was given by her late husband to the monthly meeting of friends. It is ordered to be paid into the hands of Edward Shippen in part of the money he paid for the house bought of Lionell Britain. which was accordingly done. Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 251 It was proposed to this meeting the necessity of Enlarging this meeting house by Erecting a Gallery, upon which it is agreed that it be done between this and the next Yearly Meeting, and that William Harwood prepare Stuff fit for the same, He proposing that he shall want £10 to buy 2000 feet of boards and to pay for the sawing of Timber. This meeting orders Pentecoast Teague to pay him £10 out of the money he hath received for payment of debts due for building the meeting house. Whereas John Austin proposed to this meeting that several Orphans Children of John Potts of Wales, came here last year, their passage being paid, this meeting desires Edward Shippen & Anthony Morris to speak with the persons concerned, and see for convenient places in order that the Children be bound out apprentices by the next Orphan's Court. 25th of 6th Month 1699. Collected £2. 12. 1. and left in the hands of James Fox. The friends formerly appointed to deal with the disorderly are desired still to continue their care therein. Pentecoast Teague makes report that he hath paid William Harwood £10 according to the order of the last meeting, and the sum of £6 more to answer his present occasion for the carrying on the work in Erecting the Gallery. Vincent Cordwell's Certificate from the monthly meeting at Monniash dated 24th of 1st month 1699, was read & ordered to be Recorded. Anthony Morris, Nathan Stanbury, William Southeby, Robert Burrough & David Brientnall are desired to assist the Sick and weak passengers arrived from Liverpool with money & conveniences for their present relief, and to advise them for the best, and to be repaid out of this meetings Stock. Anthony Morris & David Lloyd are desired to assist Pen- 252 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. tecoast Teague & John Busby in paying the debt due to Nathan Stanbury out of the money which they have received of the several subscriptions for paying the debts due for building the meeting house, and likewise to receive the £50 Legacy which Robert Ewer gave to this meeting, and pay it to Edward Shippen in part of the money which he laid out for the house bought of Lionel! Brittain and make up accounts with them, & make report thereof to the next meeting. Samuel Carpenter & Anthony Morris are desired to make up the account of the monthly meeting Stock with James Fox and to make report to the next monthly meeting. James Fox is desired to speak to the printer to deliver to Isaac Norris 50 of Jonathan Dickinson's Journals in order to be sent to him in Jamaico, which is accordingly done. The deeds of the ground whereon our meeting house stands, are this day delivered into the hands of Anthony Morris, he (as he saith) having also the deeds of the Ground whereon the Old meeting house stood. An Epistle from James Dickinson being read, Francis Daniel Pastorious was ordered to write 12 Copies thereof, and to deliver them to Samuel Carpenter & James Fox who are desired to disperse the same as desired by James Dickinson. which is accordingly done. Robert Bonny desiring a Certificate concerning his clearness, William Southeby & Joshua Tittery are desired to make Enquiry concerning his clearness & conversation, and to make report to the next monthly meeting. This meeting appoints James Fox to pay out of their Stock £20, if the same be £100, but if £125, then £25, for an Yearly meeting Stock. Daniel Smith's widow by Samuel Carpenter & William Southeby requesting this meeting to appoint some friends to advise & assist her, David Lloyd & Anthony Morris are desired to act accordingly. Stephen Coleman's widow, by Pentecoast Teague & John Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 253 Busby requesting this meeting to appoint some friends to advise & assist her, Edward Shippen and James Fox are desired to act accordingly. 29th of 7th Month 1699. Whereas John Goodson, William Southeby, Pentecoast Teague, George Gray, William Forrest and Caspar Hoodt were desired to speak with such persons as profess the Truth and walk disorderly. This meeting desires the continuance of their care therein. The friends that were appointed to assist the poor passengers that came lately from England report that they have disbursed £4 . 6 . 11, whereof £2 . 16 . 3 is lent them to be paid again when they are able, and it is agreed they be paid out of the meeting's Stock. Collected at this meeting £4. 6 . 10, and paid to David Brientnall to answer the foresaid disbursements. The friends appointed to receive the Subscriptions towards the meeting house, report that they have well nigh done, but the money not being fully brought in, the accounts cannot yet be settled. It is desired that those concerned in building the meeting house may be careful to get the said accounts perfected by the next monthly meeting. Samuel Carpenter dr Anthony Morris are desired to continue their care to make up the meetings accots of stock with those concerned for James Fox deceased. Robert Bonny appearing the second time to desire a Certificate in order to marriage the friends appointed to Enquire concerning him report they do not find but he is clear from all others on that account. William Southeby dz Pentecoast Teague are desired to write a Certificate to the meeting in East Jersey, and bring it to be viewed by half a Score of friends before they send it away. John Jones shoemaker appeared at this meeting, giving friends to understand that he intends to Transport himself to Barbadoes ez desired a Certificate concerning his clear- 254 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. ness & Conversation, whereupon Ralph Jackson dt Pentecoast Teague are desired to make Enquiry therein & make report thereof to the next monthly meeting. Richard Gove appearing at this meeting laid before friends that he bath a concern upon him to Travel in the service of Truth to Old England, and desired a Certificate of friends unity with him, and that some friends may be appointed to assist him in settling his business; whereupon Samuel Carpenter, David Lloyd & Antho: Morris are desired to assist him and draw him a Certificate, and bring the same to be signed by some friends in behalf of this meeting. 27th of 8th Month 1699. Collected this meeting and put into the hands of Samuel Carpenter £3. 7. 4. John Goodson, William Southeby, Pentecoast Teague, George Gray, William Forrest & Caspar Hoodt are desired to continue their care & diligence to speak with disorderly persons as formerly requested, and to make report of their proceedings to the next meeting. Received of David Brientnall 16/3 in part of the money he lent to poor passengers the last month, having also paid him £1 . 1 . 5, disbursed by him on the same occasion as pr his accompts. The friends appointed last meeting to receive the Collections for the meeting house and to settle the accounts, Report that all is not received, and that the accounts are partly finished, they are desired to get it done against the next meeting, and those that are behind in paying are desired to pay speedily, and Ralph Jackson is desired to assist Pentecoast Teague in Collecting the same, which was accordingly Effected. Ralph Jackson & Pentecoast Teague report that they have made Enquiry concerning John Jones shoemaker, and that they find nothing but that he is clear as to his outward concerns & also in relation to marriage. Geo: Gray & William Minu2e,8 of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 255 Southeby are desired to assist them in drawing him a Certificate, and sign the same in behalf of the meeting, if he should go off before the next meeting. Richard Gove's Certificate was read & signed at this meeting. Tertullian Johnson acquainting this meeting that he bath some thoughts of going for England, & desiring a Certificate, Caspar Hoodt & George Gray are desired to make Enquiry into his Conversation & clearness, & to make report to the next meeting. Thomas Langston having in his will desired this meeting to assist his wife, William Southeby, Joshua Tittery & Wm. Fisher are desired to do the same. John Parsons and Hugh Durbrugh are desired to Collect the last half-year's subscriptions for the School, and to pay the same to Anthony Morris, who is desired to pay the School masters & mistresses their last half year's Salary. which was done. Nicholas Walln, Griffith Owen, John Kinsey, Edward Shippen, Anthony Morris, David Lloyd, Samuel Carpenter & William Southeby are desired to meet here the next 6th day, to Inspect into the affairs of the School & press, and as many more friends belonging to this meeting as are willing. 24th of 9th Month 1699. Collected this meeting & put into the hands of Samuel Carpenter £2 : 3 : 3. Anthony Morris, Griffith Owen & John Jones are appointed to assist John Scott in putting out the Children of Thomas Wilson late deceased & also to assist David Brientnall in putting out an orphan of Thomas Landsdale about three years old. The friends appointed to deal with disorderly walkers are desired to continue their care therein & make report to the next meeting. This meeting finding that the affairs of the School, press, 256 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. matters of difference, accounts &Ca take up much more time in the monthly meeting, and that for some time past several friends have been appointed to meet together upon the sixth days following the monthly meetings to Inspect into & settle the said affairs from time to time ; wherefore it is now Unanimously agreed that henceforward the friends who are or shall be appointed to manage the School & Press, with such other members of this meeting as are willing, or shall be particularly appointed to attend the said meeting which is appointed to begin at the ninth hour Every sixth day of the week before the monthly meeting. the said meeting having power to adjourn themselves as occasion shall require, having also a book to Enter their business, and thereof to make report to the next monthly meeting, which meeting is to continue till the monthly meeting shall see occasion to alter the same. George Gray is desired to speak to friends next first day after the morning meeting, That they meet about the ninth hour in the morning, on first days, and not to Exceed half an hour after that time. There being a difference between Edward Shippen & Anthony Morris, and they submitting the same to this meeting, Griffith Owen, John Jones, Nicholas Walln, David Lloyd, Isaac Norris, George Gray, Nathan Stanbury, Samuel Carpenter, John Kinsey, Pentecoast Teague, William Southeby, or any six of them, are desired to meet the next second day at the first hour in the afternoon, at N. Stanbury's house, in order to End the same, whereof they are to make report to the next meeting. John Haywood is also desired to be there. 29th of 10th Month 1699. Collected and put into Samuel Carpenter's hands £4 . 5. 0. Anthony Morris & Samuel Carpenter report that there is in the hands of the Widow Fox £28. 16. 0 of the meeting's Stock, as appears by the accounts settled, which are now in the meeting. Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 257 Anthony Morris, Griffith Owen & John Jones are desired to acquaint John Scott that it is the request of this meeting that he appear here next meeting, or the week before, In order to Provide for Thomas Wilson's Children, and to satisfy this meeting concerning the said Thomas Wilson's Estate, which he hath carried out of the County. A letter from Elizabeth Meale's of London was read, wherein she requested friends care of her son Samuel Meale's, whereupon Samuel Carpenter & Anthony Morris are appointed to speak to him, and to write an answer to his mother's letter, wherein Caleb Pusey being here, & being also well acquainted with her, is desired to be assistant. Edward Pennington's Certificate from London was read, wherein his clearness in relation to marriage being signified, and he having requested a Certificate from this meeting of his clearness while here, wherein Enquiry having been made & nothing found to the contrary, he had a Certificate signed at this meeting. Solomon Warder & Elizabeth Howell late of the Isle of Wight appearing, declared their intentions of marriage, and producing a Certificate from friends in the said Isle, declaring that they had been before their monthly meeting, where being found clear, and nothing appearing to obstruct, they might have accomplished their intentions had not the Ship come away before their next meeting, which Certificate, and also her's from London, relating to her clearness while there, being read, This meeting finding nothing since to obstruct their proceedings, leave them to their liberty to accomplish the same according to the good order of Truth. John Jones & Ann Pritchard being introduced from the women's meeting by Joan Forrest & Grace Lloyd, declared their intentions of marriage the first time, whereupon John Kinsey & Ralph Jackson are desired to Enquire into his clearness and to make report to the next monthly meeting. Thomas Bye, John Warder, James Streater, Randal Janney & Thomas Parsons Senr produced Certificates from their 258 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. respective meetings, which were read & ordered to be recorded. The friends appointed to deal with disorderly persons who make profession of Truth Report that though they have often spoken to William Boulding it has not had the desired effect. He being sent for appeared and confessed in part to what was charged against him, and being dismissed it was concluded to desire the former friends to deal further with him. George Claypoole & Mary Righton appearing at this meeting proposed their intentions of marriage the first time, whereupon Anthony Morris and George Gray are desired to Enquire into his clearness & thereof to make report to the next meeting, until which time friends may further consider of the matter, and it is thought needfull that he Condemn his outgoings by giving forth a paper from under his hand. The widow Langston complaining against Daniel Pegg for not performing or standing to an award according to his Bond, Edward Shippen, John Jones & David Lloyd are desired to speak with him, and to press him to stand to and perform the same, and if he do it not before the next 6th day's meeting, that he be ordered to appear there. It being very inconvenient that our monthly meeting continues so late as it doth frequently, Its therefore agreed that it begin at the 10th hour, and that Pentecoast Teague mention it on the first day before the next monthly meeting. 26th of 11th Month 1699. Collected this meeting and put into the hands of Samuel Carpenter £3. 14. 11. Received also of David Brientnall 10/. in part of the money lent to poor passengers lately arrived from Liverpool, and he reports that there is 30/. yet due from one William Bracken. Timothy Hudson, Joseph Austill, Abraham Scott, Thomas Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 259 Story and James Burton being lately arrived from England, produced Certificates which were read & ordered to be recorded. John Scott being present at the request of the last meeting, In order to give satisfaction concerning the Children & Estate of Thomas Wilson deceased, after some time spent about the same, Griffith Owen, John Jones, John Kinsey, Pentecoast Teague, William Hudson, John Goodson, or some of them are desired to advise and assist the said John Scott about putting out the said Children, and to see that their father's Estate being out of the County be secured for them, and to End all matters relating thereto. Thomas Griffith & Elisabeth Knowles, accompanied from the women's meeting with Ann Parsons & Elisabeth Jackson, declared their intentions of marriage the first time, whereupon John Parsons & William Carter are appointed to Enquire into his clearness and thereof make report to the next meeting, and Anthony Morris, Isaac Norris & Samuel Carpenter are desired to advise and assist the Widow Knowles in settling part of her Estate upon her Children before marriage. Jacob Usher & Ruth Wood (accompanied from the women's meeting with Elisabeth Jackson & Hannah Carpenter) declared their intentions of marriage the first time, whereupon Isaac Norris & George Gray are appointed to Enquire into his clearness and to make report to the next meeting. William Boulding's paper condemning his Evil practices was read, and its ordered that the same be read the next first day by himself or some other friend for him, and that Copies be spread in his neighbourhood for clearing Truth & friends, which Pentecoast Teague is desired to see performed. Benjamin Wright & Barbara Poppiatt (accompanied from the women's meeting with Elisabeth Fox & Sarah Goodson) declared their intentions of marriage the first time, whereupon Caspar Hoodt & Anthony Morris are desired to En- 260 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. quire into his clearness, & to make report to the next meeting. The friends formerly appointed to speak to Daniel Pegg Report that he is gone into Maryland. They are desired to speak to him pursuant to the request of the last monthly meeting, and to make report thereof to the next preparative meeting. This meeting approves of what was done by the preparative meeting for James Thomas an antient poor friend, Into whose Condition George Gray & John Kinsey are desired to Enquire and make report to the next meeting. The necessity of preventing the rudeness of boys in the New Gallery on first days being recommended to this meeting from the preparative meeting, John Kinsey is desired to fix a door on the partition of the Gallery intended for the Scholars, which divided into Equal parts, the Eastern End thereof is intended for the boys, and the westerly End for the Girls, and that Locks or Bolts be also affixed for preventing other Children from Intruding. Samuel Carpenter is desired to take into his Custody & under his Care the Box with the books belonging to this meeting. John Austin proposed to this meeting the taking of an Orphan called John Boss, apprentice, who was recommended to friends care. Whereupon John Kinsey & Antho: Morris are desired to take care that he be bound till he attain the age of 21 years, and to make as good Terms for him the said Orphan, as the case may require. John Davies & Dinah Borden accompanied by Joan Forrest & Jane Teague from the womens meeting, declared their intentions of marriage. John Parsons & John Kinsey are desired to Enquire into his clearness & Conversation, and to make report to the next meeting. It being recommended from the last preparative meeting that Enquiry be made concerning those that carry Tales, or make publick abroad what is Transacted in our monthly Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 261 meetings, 'Tis thought fit by this meeting that care be taken to find out who is faulty, and to prevent the like for the future, That the members of our monthly meeting may particularly purge themselves thereof, before any business be Entered upon the next meeting. Gertrude Direck Nieson's paper, first printed in Dutch, & since Translated into English, being read in the last preparative meeting & brought hither for the Consideration of this meeting about printing the same, It is referred to the next Quarterly meeting. 23d of 12th Month 1699. Collected for the poor and other necessary uses £3: 10 : 2. Left with Anthony Morris, & paid by him to William Fishbourne, Samuel Carpenter's man in his absence. Thomas Griffith & Elisabeth Knowles appearing, declared their intentions of marriage the second time, whereupon the friends appointed to Enquire into his clearness & settling part of her Estate upon her former husbands Children, making report they find nothing to the Contrary, but that he is clear, and that things are settled to her own and friends satisfaction. They are left to their Liberty to Consummate their intentions according to the good order of Truth. The friends appointed to assist John Scott in putting out Thomas Wilson's children, and to see that the Estate be secured, reporting that they are not yet put out, they are desired to continue their care therein. Samuel Carpenter being also by the last preparative meeting appointed to see that John Scott give Security to the Orphans Court in the County of Bucks. Pentecoast Teague is ordered to Pay John Kinsey's bill for work done in the meeting house Galleries, being £3: 11 : 0, and likewise to pay Ralph Jackson's bill for Iron work done therein being 17/3. Jacob Usher & Ruth Wood appearing the second time 262 Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. declared their Intentions of marriage, whereupon the friends appointed to Inspect, finding the young man clear, & nothing to obstruct, they are left to their Liberty to consummate the same according to Truth. Benjamin Wright & Barbara Peppiatt appearing the second time, declared their intentions of marriage, whom Enquiry being made, nothing seeming to obstruct, they are left to their liberty to consummate the same according to the good order of Truth. John Davies & Dinah Borden appearing the second time, declared their intentions of marriage, whom, after Enquiry made, nothing seeming to obstruct, they are left to their liberty to consummate the same according to the good order of Truth. The friends formerly appointed to End the difference between Daniel Pegg & Thomas Sisom are now desired to renew their care therein, some of whom being dead, Isaac Norris & John Kinsey are appointed to supply their room ; For the speedy ending whereof they are desired to meet the next sixth day about the 9th hour, at the house of Samuel Carpenter. George Claypoole & Mary Righton appearing the second time, declared their intentions of marriage, whose proceedings nothing appearing to obstruct, he being found clear from others, & having put forth a paper to condemn his former outgoings, they are left to their liberty to Consummate the same according to the good order of Truth. Daniel Pegg and the Widow Langston's business being brought to this meeting and being considered, and the said Daniel being pressed to perform his Covenants dt Obligations, which he refusing, and desiring to be left to his liberty to go to Law. It is friends Judgement that if he perform not his said Covenants shortly, he must be further dealt with by friends. Daniel Zachary & Elisabeth Lloyd (accompanied from the women's meeting by Patience Lloyd & Hannah Car- Minutes of Philadelphia Monthly Meeting. 263 penter) declared their Intentions of Marriage, and he producing Certificates from Old & New England. It was approved of for the first appearance. The necessity of taking care about the Center meetinghouse being Recommended by the last preparative meeting, John Kinsey & William Hudson are desired to view and to make report to the next monthly meeting how they find it. Thomas Howell & Elisabeth Kilcup (accompanied by Hannah Carpenter & Joan Forrest) declared their intentions of marriage the first time, whereupon he producing a Certificate from Coecil County meeting in Maryland. Robert Burrough & Reese Peters are desired to Enquire into his clearness since his coming hither and to make report to the next monthly meeting. The appointing of some friends to Collect the last half years school subscriptions being recommended to this meetings care, William Carter & Reese Peters are desired to do it with all convenient speed and pay the same to Anthony Morris. A request from Neshaminee Monthly meeting being sent hither, desiring the assistance of this meeting in dividing or disposing of the Estate of Thomas Pearson deceased lying in this county. William Forrest & Anthony Morris are desired to assist David Brientnall & Grace Pearson therein, & to make report thereof to the next meeting. Matthew Pritchard laying before this meeting that he intends to transport himself, his brother Benjamin & family into Carolina, and desiring a Certificate, John Kinsey, Anthony Morris & Pentecoast Teague are desired to make Enquiry into his Conversation, and to see how what was made over to his wife's children is or may be secured, & thereof to make report to the next monthly meeting. Enquiry having been made concerning Tertullian Johnson & nothing appearing to obstruct George Gray & Caspar Hoodt are desired to draw him a suitable Certificate and sign the same in behalf of this meeting.