On 30 Aug. 1718, there was an administration to Matthew's widow, Mary. The inventory and valuation consisted of: 151, 8s, 6d., viz: 4 oxen, 4 steers, 5 cows, heifer, yearling, horse, mare, colt, 8 sheep, 5 lambs, 4 swine, purse and apparel 8, 2 beds, 2 guns &c. On 28 Nov. 1719, his widow and her husband John Manchester were appointed guardians of her children, and the Town Council ordered said children to be provided with victuals, clothing and learning, and to be brought up by guardians, and at age each child to have as follows: To eldest son Thomas, 4, 18s. To second son Matthew, 36. To third son John, 36.
