"12. … Elizabeth (Foote), b. 1654; … She was killed by Indians Sept. 16, 1696. …
The following was taken from the Hatfield Town Records:
'Elizabeth, wife to Daniel Belden ye head of the family, together with Daniel Belden, John Belden and Thankful Belden, their children, were all of them slaine by the enemie Septamber 16, 1696.'
'Sept. 16, 1696. The Indians came along from up Green River to the town, and assaulted Mr. Daniel Belden's house; took Mr. Belden, his son Nathaniel and daughter Esther captive, killed his wife and three children, and wounded Samuel and Abigail, …'"