He had a fulling mill with his brother Joseph. Was admitted to the South Church of Andover 7/18/1714. He was in Capt. Joseph Gardner's Company in King Philip's War, and was paid L2-14, 6/24/1676. He was a constable; took prominent part in arresting persons suspected of witchcraft in 1692. He inherited his father's homestead, except that part which was set off to his sister, Mrs. Blunt. His will, dated 11/30/1715 was proved 4/16/1716. Mentions wife Rebeckah; estate in Andover, and Billerica; to eldest son Jonathon land in Billerica; youngest son, Sherebiah, land in Andover; eldest daughter Rebecca; Daughters Ruth and Elizabeth unmarried. Two sons executors. Estate appraised:
- Land and buildings in Andover, L140
- in Billerica, L120
- horses and cattle, L64
- household stuff, L30
- tools, L10
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