30 Jun 1845: Petition of Leonard B Hartwell that his father Ephraim Hartwell died with the last thirty days intestate, that he and Charlotte Hartwell widow of said deceased decline administration and require William Carleton of Fitchburg be appointed.
5 Aug 1845 Petition of W'm Carleton of Fitchburg that Ephraim Hartwell late of Fitchburg on or about 15th day of June last died and prays he may be appointed Adminstrator of the estate. Bond given the same date.
22 Oct 1845: Inventory filed.
22 Oct 1845: Charlotte Hartwell widow of Ephraim Hartwell late of Fitchburg petitions for widow's allowance.
3 Jan 1846: Petition to sell real estate
21 Oct 1846: Accounting of William Carleton approved