6. Jane or Janet, born _____ ; married Rev. Adam Boyd. ...
JANE or JANET OKAIGHEAD, daughter of Rev. Thomas Craighead, born in Ireland, married Rev. Adam Boyd, October 23d, 1725. Mr. Boyd was born at Bellameny, Ireland, 1692, and came to Boston 1715, where he remained until 1722 or 3, when he removed to the Jerseys. Was taken under care of New Castle Presbytery, July, 1725, and accepted a call from Octorara and Pequea, Lancaster County, Pa., in September, and was ordained in October, with the privilege of spending part of his time at the Forks of the Brandywine. Had leave in 1741 to accept a call from a part of the congregation, at Brandywine. Died November 21st, 1768. On his tomb "forty-four years pastor of this church." "Eminent through life for modest piety, diligence in his office, prudence, equanimity, and peace." ...