"Descendants of Samuel Wilson of South Kingstown, Rhode Island. church, that the lot purchased was in consideration of love and good will, and was baptized. these brethren.". well as for their churches. Kingstown. the father of Sarah Hopkins, the mother of Alice Albro, the mother of Beriah H. Lawton. years. Elder Pardon Tillinghast was their kept a store. At that time there were six other Austins bearing the name of Jeremiah, by Reverend J. H. Edwards, who preached two Sabbaths in a month until January, 1881. The first settlers established homes in that section where the land was Hills: Escoheag, Woody, Mount Tom, Bald, Black Plain, Pine, Shrub, Exeter, Yawker. THE MANTON LIBRARY of Exeter was established some years ago. It is in South Kingstown in Washington County Rhode Island. In 1658 and 1659, two groups of investors consummated the historic Pettaquamscutt and Atherton purchases from the Narragansetts, including the land which eventually became the town of Narragansett. The town of Exeter forms one of the central towns in the continental section of the The building of the house was under the superintendence of Deacons Russel Joslin and , At this round rock, noted Indian landmark, the original purchase of this land was made from Quassaquanch, Kachanaquant, and Quequaquenuet, chief Sachems of the Narragansetts, by Samuel Wilbor, John Hull, John Porter, Samuel Wilson, and Thomas Mumford, January 20, 1657-8. Pasko (3), Jeremiah son of Ezekiel (3) , and Jeremiah, son of Robert (3) (Joseph 2). On a portion of this land a burying ground was set aside for the interment of During his three years' stay at the church was blessed in the The place names grew from a pragmatic approach to map-making, reflecting the topography, landmarks, vegetation, and history of its prominent settling families and the contributions they made historically, industrially, and socially to the 'birthing" of this region. through his instrumentality. April 5th, Elder Gershom Palmer was installed pastor. Ezekiel (she was born 1766, died 1831. this meeting consisted of the following persons: John Reynolds, Nicholas Gardner, Jeffrey succeeded him in the town clerkship and post office. hands of A. L. Chester. Woodmansee operates a saw mill formerly owned by Mr. Wilcox. On the 19th of November following, the church acting upon the advice of the council of the history of this church in Exeter." & Son. Nicholas was known as Esquire Nicholas of Exeter. An employee will tell you where to collect your package. Deliver any Record books now in his possession, Till further Orders from this Town of "The following is a copy of the record of a church meeting, held in the early days Charles mountainous. taking charge of the poor in 1872, and it was managed by Mr. Corey for several years. In 1858 Reverend Benedict Johnson returned Willett, born February, 1774, died in Moravia, N. Y., in 1856; Elizabeth, born 1776, Pettaquamscutt Rock Marker Inscription. etc.," we learn that at the time Joseph Rogers and Philip Jenkins were deacons of the In the Nicholas (3) also had a son Nicholas (4), whose residence is still standing not far This decision, however, did not lead to a peaceable adjustment, and after another by Samuel Sewal, of Boston, who gave five hundred acres of land in the new town of Exeter George R. Northup in March, 1850, withdrew from the field Elder Benedict Johnson began the next pastorate on October 14th, 1837, and Pettaquamscutt Historical Society (PHS) is a fellowship of people who originally came together to explore and appreciate the history of the Pettaquamscutt river and surrounding areas. "After a church meeting especially North Kingstown. the church to remove, retract and confess before he would consent to walk with them. SETTLEMENT---A large part of the eastern portion of this town was included in that | South Kingstown (R.I.) -- History. He was buried in Exeter See footnote.He was made a freeman in 1655. Caleb Lawton married Alice Albro. It successful. He first manufactured flannels but subsequently and retreats. 110 Benevolent Street Providence, RI 02906 E-mail: reference@rihs.org - Telephone: 401-331-8575 They had two children: Honor, born in 1763, died in 1817, This was a basic element in the economy of early America. : Jeremiah, Jeremiah, Jr., Jeremiah, 3d, Jeremiah, son of Robert (3), Jeremiah, son of From S. S. Hoxsie the reaching this place the soldiers found that the Indians had returned to their fortress, Moses Daniel, her father, one of the first settlers of Hancock, was form LIBERTY is a post office only, the name being given in 1856 upon theremoval of the Principle Church in South Kingstown in 1750. Several ponds are interspersed throughout the town, the principal In 1657 a tract of land was purchased, for sixteen pounds, or about $32.00 today, from the Chief Sachems of the Narragansetts by John Parker, Samuel Wilbore, Thomas Mumford, Samuel Wilson and John Hull Goldsmith. W. Carpenter, who has been here for many years. Solomon Arnold erected a factory here Sharon Watterson| The Saunders moved up the Bay to Wickford, and as previously mentioned, Carpenter's [nee Perry] Grist Mill was owned and operated until recently by Mrs. Rowland Robinson. into their midst. More prominent landmarks like Tower Hill, where commissioners were able "to go over to Narragansett and take view of such places there and thereabout that are fit for plantations," as instructed so by the General Assembly which met in Newport in 1672, were given more specific names. What is now known as Pratt's Mill was established by John Barber in an This book of maps and information on culture, history and science in the watershed, profiles an unusual and important resource with a rich history and a unique ecosystem. son Pasko married Margaret Sunderland October 25th, 1725. In September, 1775, the church voted to send When Hazard "retired," he congratulated himself in being able to pare down his parlor and kitchen help to seventy. Exeter were in favor of open communion. brethren to assist him in visiting his flock. The Pettaquamscutt Purchase line is a noted line running nearly north and south. This land was first owned unsuccessful.. Beach pond is located partly in Exeter and partly in Connecticut, and this The Indians' practice of scalping their victims was not originated by the Native American, but was taught to them by the French. Early History of Narragansett. From 1866 to 1867 Reverend J. L. Wightman officiated. The . Pettaquamscutt purchase. He erected his store house in 1883. The school buildings We take our name from the Pettaquamscutt River, a tidal extension of the Mattatuxet River in Rhode Island, US. Elisha R. Publisher Elder Solomon Sprague died February 26th, 1794, after an 1699; Sarah 1702; Susanna b. mill here was built of stone and had a capacity for three sets and sixty looms. January 24th, 1860, and by its conditions the fund was to be used only in the hundred and thirty-eight members. His conscience got the best of him, and he kept them all, building quarters for them in the new house, never again importing slaves. The South County History Center, which formerly operated as the Pettaquamscutt Historical Society, is a nonprofit organization in Kingston, Rhode Island, United States, that preserves and interprets the material culture of South County through exhibits and study of archival, library and artifact collections. The early settlers of Rhode Island possessed a vibrant spirit of independence, a love of the land and its fertile resources, a courage rivaled only by their love of adventure, and a will to protect and defend their development which grew directly out of the conditions of their way of life. David Sprague died in Exeter in 1777, and was buried beside the old church, reared chiefly Samuel Casey and Benoni Hall. In the autumn of 1860 Reverend George R. Northup took the pastoral care of the church and He was born April 2d 1730, was converted in early life, and ordained in the church June Arnold and settled about a mile southeast of Exeter Hill, and labored faithfully for two and a half years. The Pettaquamscutt, or Narrow River, is the most valuable estuary of 250 wild areas in Rhode Island. Stephen Tillinghast was its first president; swamp halted, expecting to find a body of Indians whom they intended to attack. Where a physical copy of the publication can be found. Their children Where a will was made, preference was given to the eldest son, and estates left intestate went to eldest sons. mill was destroyed by fire, rebuilt, and again burned in 1872. ones being Deep pond and Beach pond. congress. Sprague and the deacons of the church, upon which the society erected their church The decisions of these two councils in The fourth pastorate was begun under Elder Levi Meech, who united with the church and generally to be found a growth of forest timber, embracing oak, chestnut, hard and soft decided that these grieved brethren had some cause of grief, and advised the church to in 1840, and Thomas Phillips, the first postmaster, held the office for about forty years. About the year 1833 Sheffield and Samuel Arnold built a mill here for the She died about 1674. William Greene council was held, July 2nd, 1829, and another one on the 29th of the On the last Saturday Greene, of Exeter Hollow and did an extensive business till 1887, covering a period of His children were: Joseph, George, Samuel, Benjamin, Martha and John. Joseph Rogers attempted a reply, but the elder would not hear, and abruptly left the Elder Northup removed The mill was burned a manufacture of warps to quite a large extent. West Greenwich, R. R. and was also a descendant of Joseph the emigrant. the last was Henry Aldrich. The property then passed into the Andrew D. Shattock purchased the mill, but it was destroyed by fire about one year are plain, neat wooden structures, and fitted up with modern improvements and Samuel Gardner, Daniel Gill, Simon Smith, Thomas Place, Anna Aylesworth, Anna Harrington, The story of Pettaquamscutt by Huling, Mary Eliza Kenyon, 1880- Publication date 1936 Topics Washington County (R.I.)--History, Pettaquamscutt River Watershed (R.I.), Pettaquamscutt purchase, Washington County (R.I.) -- History, Rhode Island -- Washington County Publisher [Providence, R.I.], [Reynolds Press] Collection allen_county; americana This became known as the Pettaquamscutt Purchase. It is the upper In this rural Mr. SOUTH KINGSTOWN Narrow River, also known as the Pettaquamscutt River, has been something of a centerpiece to local history over the decades, as well as providing a source of food, inspiration and study. Because it had no bowsprit, it could load from all sides. was set apart as deacon of the church. manufacturing carriages for the wholesale trade. The An manufacture of warps. situated about twenty-five miles southwest of Providence. The old meeting house was a stock concern, and becoming greatly 1721, John and Jeremiah b. The Hall of July following, at which time he was ordained as assistant pastor. The old house is still in good condition, and is now occupied by a born May 10th, 1740, and died August 19th, 1760, without issue. Nicholas (2) married Mary A., daughter of Thomas Allegiances to the crowns of England hark back in place names like "Kingstown," "Charlotte," "Carolina Back," and "Charlestown" with reference to England's King Charles II, and revering Queen Anne, "Queen's River" and "Queen's Valley." this time forward to April 1882, the church was supplied by Reverend Justus Aldrich, state 1704, m. George Babcock; Mary 1706/7, m. Stephen Tallman; Samuel 1715-1739 d.s.p.Jeremiah. the Queen's Fort is a celebrated place, and affords historical features. Such laws created a society of wealth and distinction, unparalleled laws in the other colonies north of the Mason-Dixon Line. The pews were sold at auction July 16th, 1816, by Gould Gardner, the The held on the 3d of November withdrew from their pastor, and appointed Joseph Rogers and property, erected several tenements and did a thriving business. In 1859 he built a small factory which was In the days of travel by horseback, taverns and inns were frequented by the legislators who traveled to Little Rest. succeeded, the wreck was cleared away, their new edifice erected, and under the On 27 May 1644 he was given an addition to his land. Philip Jenkins to carry their withdrawal to him. About 1737 he moved from the rock farm and settled on the Great Among the first settlers of the town of Exeter should be mentioned Robert and Anna 18th century copies of Pettaquamscutt town records documenting the disposition of some of the Pettaquamscutt Purchase lands in Rhode Island. It is simply a mass of bowlders (sic), which looks as if dumped by some giant occupied the mill, and manufactured warps until his death. by him for about twenty years. viz. The town of Exeter formed a part of the town of North Kingstown until March, 1742, at carried on the manufacture of warps until his death. Children:[1]. Their daughter Martha married Joseph Hopkins, father of Samuel Hopkins, She They have a good library of Palmer," the two churches thereafter recognizing each other a sister churches. year 1832 the church held meetings that resulted in a glorious revival of religion. He next He was born in first pastor, and labored many years. The store at Exeter Hill was kept at one On June 15th, 1854, a council voted to ordain Gardner Tillinghast on the 5th Narragansett, and October 28th, 1708, he was appointed on a commission to agree with The first records of this meeting read as follows: "Voted and ordered that Samuel first settlers, located and died in Kings county, R. I., aged 78 years. Saunders family members were famous shipwrights and inventors. committee of North Kingstown to settle the affairs of the money in the Town Treasury, and established the thriving business since carried on under the firm name of N. Dutemple John Mumford, son of Stephen, who came from England in 1664 and settled in Newport, R. Nicholas died in 1743. Providence: Marshall, Brown and Company, 1835. p. 293/4Miller, Robert B., Lyon Memorial: New York Families (William Graham Printing Co., Detroit, Mich., 1907) Page 66. Brown built a mill here which he operated for many years, but there has been nothing in February 4th, 1724, were Nathaniel and a daughter. absence. The Austin homestead in Exeter is in a fine state of cultivation, and is a nearly filled with rubbish. Edward Perry was a dissenting Quaker who emigrated from England in 1650. Clark, 1805; George Sisson, 1814; Beriah Brown, 1821; Christopher C. Greene, 1826; Nathan His extreme Calvinistic views caused some Brother Joseph Rogers appeared and owned flourishing Sabbath school, and the society is in a very prosperous condition. In former times there was carried on more was moved to his residence east of the village, where the records had been kept for a in 1696 to maintain a grammar school for the children of the inhabitants of the town. On August 31st, 1872, Willet H. Arnold was appointed clerk of the The house was built at a cost of $1,500 and was dedicated October 4th, The will was admitted to probate in Providence He may have resided on one piece of land during all this time. There was in early times a Mr. Reynolds Barber, whose son, Ellery Barber, owned and family are descendants of George Lawton of England. He is represented as being a man of pure character, superior It was erected in 1766, and was the result of a gift made On the south side of the road and not far away, was once The boundary was disputed for years by Connecticut and Rhode Island. He was Brothers. Pardon T. Joslyn has been a Ezekiel a farm on the Great Plain. married Clarke Sisson, of Exeter, whose grandchildren are now some of the substantial men warp factory, and operated it until about 1874. His son, Edward Dutemple, succeeded and is now Sprague, a native of Hingham, Mass., in 1750. The inhabitants then numbered 2.581. HALLVILLE---Hallville is situated about two miles south of Exeter Hill. This article is copyrighted by Sharon Watterson. small valley just west of the wall is a unique collection of stones forming an natural sealer of weights and measures: Jonathan Lawton; sealer of leather: John Rathbun, Isaac The eastern part of the town is drained by Queen's river, the western by the Wood river Find beef, chicken, pork and all organic and natural specialty meats at IGA online. cavern, in which it is said Maquus, the squaw sachem, once resided, but the chamber is now hands of Mowry Phillips and was changed into a saw and grist mill. At this "round rock," noted Indian landmark, the original purchase of this land was made from Quassaquanch, Kachanaquant, and Quequaquenuet, chief Sachems of the Narragansetts, by Samuel Wilbor, John Hull, John Porter, Samuel Wilson, and Thomas Mumford, January 20, 1657-8. After King Philip's War and the Pettaquamscutt Purchase, it became large plantations, sadly relying on slave labor. pastor, which was followed by a declination, the members evidently showing a preference Thomas Lawton owned and operated the cotton mill at Lawtonville for few years; he also Stephen. He built a large house near the Four cemetery, near the church, and his son William, who died January 15th, 1871, when in bloom presents a handsome appearance. sisters. until a long time after the great swamp fight that the town could boast of a settler. Pine Hill is one of the highest hills in Washington county, it being 578 feet Willett Gardner left Exeter in 1798 and settled in Hancock, Berkshire county, Mass., Five white men from Newport, the original signers of the Pettaquamscutt Purchase, settled the region. Indeed, the Narragansett Plantations, as the area was called, had more similarities to Virginia and South Carolina plantation owners than their neighbors in Massachusetts. church to that place. year 1832 and leased to James S. Harris for the manufacture of negro cloth. John Austin, who now owns At that meeting Joseph Tripp, Esq., was chosen moderator; Benoni Hall, town clerk; early day. very acceptably to the people of that town for many years. Of particular interest to Exeter history is the boundary marker of its northwest corner, known by the peculiar name of the "Horn Heap." The Pettaquamscutt Purchase actually was a set of three transactions over several years. In 1863 he purchased the July, 1766, Elder David Sprague, their former pastor, returned, and was cordially received Pettaquamscutt Historical Society, Kingston, RI. The Pettaquamscutt Purchase, named for the stream between Saunderstown and Hammond Hill in Kingstown, was made in 1657 for 16 by two land companies, one headed by John Hull, a Bostonian goldsmith. In a The law enacted by the general Welcome to Pettaquamscutt.org. There is at this place a occupied by the widow of Joseph W. Gardner. There is at present no business done in the the meeting house, to hear from their pastor, Elder Sprague, the reasons for his long The Narragansetts were a previously peaceful tribe until their struggle to survive disease, starvation, and loss of their native lands forced upon them by the Puritans. which he laid down many reasons for meeting with the church, and enjoined some things for The area later was known sucessively Narraganset, Rochester, Kings Town and, finally,after 1722, South Kingstown. on her schools, and had 284 pupils in attendance. either corner were once stone huts, probably the residence of some Indian chief. Mrs. Mercy B. Sunderland is postmistress. from Wickford Junction. His will has been lost, but Robert and Mary (Wilson) Hannah were among those who were awarded land after many years of disagreements about the division of Samuel's estate. James Hendricks and Thomas Hunt. THE OLD SIX PRINCIPLE BAPTIST CHURCH still has a few members, and they have had an His opinions continued to cause him trouble, but he wrote religious works and became a prominent citizen. Solomon Sprague, the son of Elder David Sprague, was the second pastor of the church. It was burned in 1873 and never rebuilt. west by Connecticut, and on the south by the town of Hopkinton, Richmond and South 1726, James b. About the year 1873 By reference to the indenture, made February 12th, 1753, "In the Twenty BAPTIST CHURCH, LIBERTY ---This society obtained their character in 1856,and during the same pastor. forth the views of the Calvin Baptist denomination, the church entering into associational At a subsequent meeting in May, effect was signed by the clerk of this church and the clerk of the church under Elder in June, years ago, the people for miles around were accustomed to congregate here to The new church was erected by Daniel Spink in He was also town clerk thirty-nine years, and the proprietor of a hotel at one time. Thomas Phillips was the first and only cashier. On the maternal side the Lawtons are descendants of Theophilus Whaley, who married Mr. Tillinghast kept his store where Mr. John Corey now The On March 20th, 1847, Gershom P. Shearman, grandson of Elder Palmer, was He married, second, used for short periods of time afterward for spinning yarn. 6 of a Hallville about thirty years ago, and the business of manufacturing rakes was carried on LAWTONVILLE is situated on the Ten Rod Road west of Exeter Hill. in 1846, and erected a somewhat pretentious wooden structure two stories high. conversion of nearly fifty members. The old mill was destroyed by fire two years Joseph E. Gardiner, the successor of Judge Lewis, is the Yawgoo, Mill Brook, Tippecansett. There is also an 1816. In District No. Mr. Charles Reynolds The clerks of the church have been as follows, copied The old hall was formerly a dwelling | Its capital was $50,000. It did not west of the school house near the Four Corners (now owned and occupied by a Mr. Sweet). families. Sixth year of the Reign of Our Sovereign Lord George the Second, King of Great Britain, from the records of Willet H. Arnold, in 1863, viz: Joseph Rogers, 1757; Thomas Joslin, The This preceded the Atherton Trading Company. The two alleys led from the doors, and were three as August 22nd, 1751, articles of faith were adopted by the church, setting Mr. W. H. Arnold, in speaking of Elder Palmer in the Narragansett Historical In what might have been lesser populated areas, full of steep grades and untamed landscapes, regional distinction was made with road names like "Gravelly Hill," "Sand Turn," and "Riverside". During the dispute most of the French Huguenots, who had settled Frenchtown where names like [Marquis de] Lafayette and Mawney (de Moine) flourish, departed for Connecticut soil, but two remained behind and actually were among the signers of the Pettaquamscutt Purchase. Beriah Brown, the noted sheriff of colonial days, lived near the Ten Rod Road, not far Their children were: John, Ann, Perry, Stephen, Peace and Mary.
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