See online transcription of a portion of this reference book at History of Martha's Vineyard. "b. 16 Apr 1743; res E[dgartown], mariner. He m. Mrs. Mary (Davis) Norton 23 Nov 1766, who was b. 14 Jan 1744 and d. 20 Feb 1820. He d. 23 Nov 1801 and his will 18 Nov of that year was pro. 11 Dec. following."