Marriage Bond, 1759 Feb 27.

Access and use

Location of collection:
John D. Rockefeller, Jr. Library
Colonial Williamsburg Foundation
P.O. Box 1776
Williamsburg, VA 23187
Contact for questions and access:
POC: Douglas Mayo
Phone: (757) 565-8521
Phone: (757) 565-8520
Fax: (757) 565-8528

Collection context

Summary

Creator:
Powell, J. Enoch.
Language:
English

Background

Scope and content:

Marriage bond of Enoch Powell and Mary Poythress. Sets a sum of N50 to be paid to the Crown. If the marriage is not solemnized the obligation is void. Included on the back is a note which reads "My compliments to Miss Mattie Power, July 23rd, 1864, William Van Giesen."

Acquisition information:
Gift, 1985.
Physical description:
1 item; 20 cm.