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[Worcester Probate 13218] Distribution of estate of Josiah Converse of Brookfield, 1773, names Capt. James Converse (his oldest son), Hannah Newell and Sarah Ayres. Appraisal dated 6 Apr 1772 approved "by the Consent of Josiah Convise, James Converse, Jonathan Newell & Moses Ayers".