256. Edward Palmes Major
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2 PLAC All Palmes from 1661 are descended from Edward
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2 PLAC Chief of Staff - Connecticut
Edward Palmes (1638-1715) was born at Sherborn, Hampshire, England and was the son of Andrew Palmes. Edward and his brother Guy, for reasons unknown to this writer, abandoned the safety and comfortable life style of the aristocracy of England to settle in the wilderness and endure the hardships of the Colonies in 1658.They settled first at New Haven, Connecticut where he worked as a "trader". He was listed as a member of the prestigious "Order Of The Twenty Nine" and in 1660 he moved from New Haven to New London, Connecticut to became chief of staff to Governor Winthrop. Later that year he married Lucy Winthrop, the second daughter of Governor John Winthrop. They resided at the Winthrop house, known as the old stone house, that was built in 1648. (Governor Winthrop willed this home to Edward and Edward in turn willed it to his daughter Lucy that was born in 1661.) Edward became a " freeman" of the colony in 1667. This meant that he could participate in the government of the colony and hold office. Edward Palmes was a Representative in the years 1671, 1672, 1673, 1674 and 1667 and was sent to England several times on missions for the Colonies and served under many appointments for the Crown.
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**Information below provided by Author Linda M. Marrone from her book Our Branch of the Palmes Family (Palmes Hart Marrone), Higginson Book Company Salem Ma**Major Edward Palmes was often written about as a leader in conjunction with the history of the colonies and it was not always just his dignified actions. One example was the The "New London and Lyme Riot of 1670" that was lightheartedly called one of the "oddest battles" in colonial history. When the town of Lyme was incorporated in 1668, the colony granted a 2-mile strip of meadow land along the river " for the use of the ministry of that town ". Unfortunately, the same tract had also been used by the older town of New London for the same purpose. In August, 1670, thirty men from New London, led by Major Edward Palmes of the local militia ( some accounts say he was only along as a peacemaker) went to the meadow to cut grass for their minister where they were met and challenged by a mowing party from Lyme. "A good many hard words and some blows were exchanged, pitchforks were raised and rakes were drawn and battle pursued until the constables of both towns rushed in, and the parties were persuaded to suspend hostilities and take it to the courts. Griswold, Palmes and Waller agreed to let the matter be settled by the courts since no serious injuries were sustained on either side and drinking a dram together, with seeming friendship, every man departed to his home". According to court records, at the county court in Hartford, various residents of Lyme and Lt. William Waller presented complaints against "The sundry of New London, for attempts by violence to drive them off their lands, resistance to authority, and assault ". Some accounts of the story say Palmes, Martin and Tillison were also charged with "riotous practices". On March 12, 1671, the court imposed fines against both towns and participants of the battle.
(There is an interesting and humorous footnote to this already ludicrous story that didn't happen until some thirty years later. In 1700 the governor ordered the Treasurer " to sue any persons that refuse to pay their just dues to the Colonies, and to make sale of any lands taken by distress from Maj Palmes, John Martin, and John Tillison." This makes me wonder if the men from New London, our ancestor Edward included, took their medicine gracefully and paid fine the court imposed or refused.
In 1672 Edward Palmes was appointed Captain of the company of troopers ( horsemen) that was formed and was a Major in the Indian War in 1675 and was given the power of Magistrate for New London County by the General Court.
The Indian Wars:
July 15, 1675, the Commissioners of the United Colonies negotiated a peace treaty with the Narragansett tribe which removed some danger to the settlers at Stonington, Connecticut; but during the summer, the Indians of other tribes attacked throughout Massachusetts and Rhode Island. On 18 Sept 1675 the settlers at Deerfield, Massachusetts were massacred. During the autumn the Naragansetts broke their pledge of peace, and the Indians concentrated their strength in Rhode Island and again threatened Eastern Connecticut. In Feb. 1676, 40 New London Co. volunteers with their Mohegan and Pequot allies raided the Narragansett country, killing 7 and capturing 13. March 27 a third expedition left Norwich, returning 10 Apr. On this campaign Canonchet, the Narragansett Chief was captured and brought to a council at Anguilla Plain. He bravely refused to submit to surrender to the English, and when told that he must die, he replied, "I like it well that I should die before my heart has grown soft and I have said anything unworthy of myself". He was executed in the Indian fashion by Oneko and two other Pequot sachems closet to his rank among his captors. Aug 12, 1676, King Philip chief of the Wampanciag Indians was killed by Massachusetts troop near Mt. Hope, Rhode Island, ending the war during which 13 towns had been destroyed, over 600 homes burned, and more than 750 English men, women and children killed.Hubbard, the early historian of the Indian Wars wrote:
"The inhabitants of New London, Norwich and Stonington, apprehensive of their danger, by reason of the near bordering of the enemy, and upon other prudent considerations, voluntarily listed themselves under some able gentlemen and resolute soldiers among themselves, Major Palmes, Capt. George Denison, Capt. Avery, with whom or under whom, within the compass of 1676, they made ten or more several expeditions, in all of which at those several times, they killed and took two hundred and thirty-nine of the enemy by the help and assistance of the Pequots, Mohegans, and a few friendly Narragansetts; besides thirty taken in their long march homewards, after the fort fight, December 19, '75; and besides sixteen captivated in the second expedition, not reckoned within the compass of the said number; together with fifty guns and spoiling the enemy of an hundred bushels of corn."
The question of the ownership of the spoils of war came up often for discussion. (Two letters were written by Major Palmes to the council and are in the New London Records) He was concerned that items were not being returned to there rightful owners. In August, 1675: "The Councill agreed and ordered that the right and division of the captives be left to the decission and determination of Capt. John Mason, Capt. James Avery and Mr. Daniel Witherell, whoe are desired and empowered to disspose the said captiues, whither in hands of the Pequots, Moheags or Naragancetts, to such persons to whome of right they doe belong, according to the severall agreements as the claymers shall make their demands by."
After his wife Lucy died he married Sarah Davis, the widow of Captain John Davis, in 1677. They had two sons, Andrew 1678, and Guy 1682 both were born in New London. In 1704 Edward served as one of the commissioners that met at Stonington. After hearing the case between the Masons and the Mohegans, he denounced the colonies policy towards the Indians and accused the Colony of unjustly turning the Indians from their lands. He was also one of the commissioners appointed by King Charles I to administer the oath to Governor Leetle. Linda M. Marrone
References and reference notes:
Connecticut Colonial Records, Vol. 2, page 386-7.Headstone: In the book, The Ancient Burial Ground Of New London Conn., written in 1899, by Edward Parentis, it was written; " Here lies the body of of Major Edward Palmes who departed this life March 21, 1714-5 in the 78 year of his age".
A puzzle of the parentage of Lucy:
NOTE on Edwards daughter Lucy : Frances Caukins' History of New London Connecticut, states that Lucy was the daughter of the first wife Lucy Winthrop Palmes, and Edward Palmes Will states, " bequeathed to his daughter Lucy, the only child of his first wife,..." however, some authorities state she was the daughter of the second wife
June 1973 Hobbies - The Magazine For Collectors, At The Sign of The Crest ".............. the Bible record of Edward Palmes contains the following information; Edward Palmes married Lucy Winthrop at Hartford Conn., and she died with no issue. His second wife Sarah ( Farmer) Davis. They were married at Boston on September 13, 1677 and they had three children, all born in New London, Conn. Guy was born November 10,1678 and died at sea April 27, 1668, Andrew was born September 24, 1682, and Lucy born August 30, 1687. This Bible record, published in volume 65 of the New England Historic Genealogical Register corrects statements published earlier in Frances Caukins' History of New London Connecticut, which states that Lucy was the daughter of the first wife."
The Old Stone House is mentioned in Edward Palmes will in 1712 and bequeathed to his daughter Lucy, the only child of his first wife, Division of the Estate, recorded December 25,1721 page 442, book B New London. It was originally owned by Govenor Winthrop and given to Edward Palmes and his wife Lucy Winthrop Palmes and confirmed to him by will. " ..............The Stone house formally my dwelling house in New London with garden and orchard as formally conveyed to said Palmes and in his use and possession, with the yard or land lying to the north of the said house to join with James Rogers, also a lot of 6 acres lying east of the house bounded north by the ox pasture and east by the great river and having two great oak trees near the south line..." This stone house was built in 1648 near the head of the cove on the east side, between the street and the water.
Reference Title: Genealogy Of The Paternal Ancestors And Descendants Of Major Edward Palmes, who emigrated to this country in 1659. Way, H. R. (Henry Russell), b. 1835 (Main Author)
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From Book "B" Genealogy of the Paternal Ancestors and Descendants of
Major Edward Palmes who emigrated to this county in 1659Edward Palmes, son of Andrew Palmes was born in 1638 in Sherborn, Hampshire, England. Came to this country with his brother Guy in 1658 and was in trade with him in New Haven, Connecticut.
In 1660 Edward removed to New London, Conn and his brother Guy to Mystic, Conn. As the records in England show that Guy Palmes died unmarried. It is conclusive beyond question that from Edward Palmes all by the name of Palmes born since 1661 in the line of my tracing are descended.
Soon after settling in New London, Edward Palmes became very intimate with Governor Winthrop and family marrying his 2nd daughter Lucy. The Governor made Mr. Palmes his Chief of Staff and conferred other honors upon the young man nearly of which heartily approved. Mr. Palmes bought large holdings of real estate and eventually became quite wealthy for those days.
He was but 20 years of age, when he landed in New England, but many of his ? soon showed that they looked upon him to take the lead of affairs of importance in war and in peace and he filled his mission (history and old records assert) very creditably in every instance. We had no Ocean Greyhounds then - but he was sent to England several times on very important missions for the colonies and he served under many appointments for the crown as well, performing all duties judiciously and honestly.
Governor Winthrops own homestead in 1660-61 passed into the occupancy of Edward Palmes who had married his daughter, Lucy. Mr. Palmes was of New Haven but after his marriage transferred his residence to the Winthrop homestead, which with the farm at Nahautic, the Governor subsequently confirmed to him by will.
In that document the estate is thus described The Stone house formally my dwelling house in New London with garden and orchard as formally conveyed to said Palmes and in his use and possession, with the yard or land lying to the north of the said house to join with James Rogers, also a lot of 6 acres lying east of th house bounded north by the ox pasture and east by the great river and having two great oak trees near the south line (ext from history pg 90). This stone house was built in 1648 near the head of the cove on the eastside, between the street and the water.
Major Palmes was made a freeman in 1667 and was a Representative 1671/2/3/4 and 7. Was Major in the Great Indian War in 1675. Was one of the commissioners appointed by King Charles II to administer the oath to Governor Leete.
Mrs. Lucy Winthrop Palmes, 1st wife of Major Edward Palmes died November 24th, 1676. She belongs to New London, Connecticut but her death is not on record there. Neither is there any stone to her memory in the old burial ground by the side of her husband. It is therefore probable that she died abroad and from other circumstances it is inferred that this event took place in Boston, after the death of her father in 1676 (the same year). The family of Major Palmes was in Boston during the Indian troubles and as there were no railroads as now, no doubt she was buried there of necessity as was her father. Her mother also in Hartford, Conn. Some of the bodies later removed to England with the hostilities confronting the pioneers on every hand at that time, no doubt many a loved one was temporarily interred pending an intended early removal to the home church, family cemetery lot. But in their lives the opportunity never came.
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(Reference: Genealogy of the Paternal Ancestors and Descendants of Major Edward Palmes. Henry Russell Way)Major Edward Palmes died March 21, 1715. Captain John Prentis 2nd died the same day. They were both buried under arms on the 23rd. Captain Prentis in the morning and Major Palmes in the afternoon. Mr. Palmes died on his farm at Nahautick but was brought into town (New London) for interment. Mr. Hempsteads diary notes the extreme severity of the weather at the time and says of him "He was well and dead in two and a half hours so ends a very eventful and most noble life. His grave stone states that he was in his 78th year, we may therefore place his birth in the year 1638 in England to where his ancestry can be traced back to the Naburn Hall large family estate as early as 1226.
He came of good old, well bred stock and his entire life of 78 years gave ample evidence of this fact. Major Edward Palmes in his day, was one of the greatest manages of men and public affairs (?) living in the colony of Connecticut without exception. Southeastern Connecticut, colonial history, without the name and hundreds of brave and noble deeds, performed by Major Edward Palmes, we would be very (?). He always had the confidence and esteem of the Crown for his sterling integrity and judgements. He was ever brave and fearless, always on the side of the oppressed were they white, red or black, and was universally beloved. I have in my little book dwelt upon the history at length, quoting the greater part from others, better qualified and giving due credit for the same. We all owe our being citizens of our beloved home state to him as our common father whether his lineal descendents or not. Of his record in the early settlement of what is now the state of Connecticut, we, his descendants should feel justly proud.
To come here as a lad of 20 years and at once begin to take the lead in every good work and keep it up to a a good old age, is the best evidence of a Master mind wholly self trained. May we, his loving descendants and others well profit by his noble example. He ever lived up to the Palmes family motto - "Ut Palma Justies" "As straight as a Palm."
PALMES, EDWARD (d. 1715). Judge (New London), 1664, 1667, 1671, 1672, 1673, 1674, 1675, 1676, 1677; Magistrate, New London County and the Narragansett Country, May 1674; Deputy (New London), May 1671, Oct. 1671, May 1672, May 1673, Oct. 1673, May 1674, Oct. 1674, Oct. 1677; Militia Committee, June 1672; Capt., New London County Troop, Oct. 1672; called Capt., Oct. 1673, and Major, May 1674; member of New London County Court Martial, Jan. 1677. Granted 200 acres, Oct. 1673.
Conn. Col. I. 426. II. 63, 147, 152, 169, 170, 182, 186, 192, 209, 214, 221, 231, 235, 250, 275, 304, 318, 484.
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Notes: All Palmes from 1661 are descended from Edward.
Edward Palmes (1638-1715) was born at Sherborn, Hampshire, England and was the son of Andrew Palmes. Edward and his brother Guy, for reasons unknown to this writer, abandoned the safety and comfortable life style of the aristocracy of England to settle in the wilderness and endure the hardships of the Colonies in 1658. They settled first at New Haven, Connecticut where he worked as a "trader". He was listed as a member of the prestigious "Order Of The Twenty Nine" and in 1660 he moved from New Haven to New London, Connecticut to became chief of staff to Governor Winthrop. Later that year he married Lucy Winthrop, the second daughter of Governor John Winthrop. They resided at the Winthrop house, known as the old stone house, that was built in 1648. (Governor Winthrop willed this home to Edward and Edward in turn willed it to his daughter Lucy that was born in 1661.) Edward became a " freeman" of the colony in 1667. This meant that he could participate in the government of the colony and hold office. Edward Palmes was a Representative in the years 1671, 1672, 1673, 1674 and 1667 and was sent to England several times on missions for the Colonies and served under many appointments for the Crown.
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- **Information below provided by Author Linda M. Marrone from her book Our Branch of the Palmes Family (Palmes Hart Marrone), Higginson Book Company Salem Ma** Major Edward Palmes was often written about as a leader in conjunction with the history of the colonies and it was not always just his dignified actions. One example was the The "New London and Lyme Riot of 1670" that was lightheartedly called one of the "oddest battles" in colonial history. When the town of Lyme was incorporated in 1668, the colony granted a 2-mile strip of meadow land along the river " for the use of the ministry of that town ". Unfortunately, the same tract had also been used by the older town of New London for the same purpose. In August, 1670, thirty men from New London, led by Major Edward Palmes of the local militia ( some accounts say he was only along as a peacemaker) went to the meadow to cut grass for their minister where they were met and challenged by a mowing party from Lyme. "A good many hard words and some blows were exchanged, pitchforks were raised and rakes were drawn and battle pursued until the constables of both towns rushed in, and the parties were persuaded to suspend hostilities and take it to the courts. Griswold, Palmes and Waller agreed to let the matter be settled by the courts since no serious injuries were sustained on either side and drinking a dram together, with seeming friendship, every man departed to his home". According to court records, at the county court in Hartford, various residents of Lyme and Lt. William Waller presented complaints against "The sundry of New London, for attempts by violence to drive them off their lands, resistance to authority, and assault ". Some accounts of the story say Palmes, Martin and Tillison were also charged with "riotous practices". On March 12, 1671, the court imposed fines against both towns and participants of the battle. (There is an interesting and humorous footnote to this already ludicrous story that didn't happen until some thirty years later. In 1700 the governor ordered the Treasurer " to sue any persons that refuse to pay their just dues to the Colonies, and to make sale of any lands taken by distress from Maj Palmes, John Martin, and John Tillison." This makes me wonder if the men from New London, our ancestor Edward included, took their medicine gracefully and paid fine the court imposed or refused. In 1672 Edward Palmes was appointed Captain of the company of troopers ( horsemen) that was formed and was a Major in the Indian War in 1675 and was given the power of Magistrate for New London County by the General Court. The Indian Wars: July 15, 1675, the Commissioners of the United Colonies negotiated a peace treaty with the Narragansett tribe which removed some danger to the settlers at Stonington, Connecticut; but during the summer, the Indians of other tribes attacked throughout Massachusetts and Rhode Island. On 18 Sept 1675 the settlers at Deerfield, Massachusetts were massacred. During the autumn the Naragansetts broke their pledge of peace, and the Indians concentrated their strength in Rhode Island and again threatened Eastern Connecticut. In Feb. 1676, 40 New London Co. volunteers with their Mohegan and Pequot allies raided the Narragansett country, killing 7 and capturing 13. March 27 a third expedition left Norwich, returning 10 Apr. On this campaign Canonchet, the Narragansett Chief was captured and brought to a council at Anguilla Plain. He bravely refused to submit to surrender to the English, and when told that he must die, he replied, "I like it well that I should die before my heart has grown soft and I have said anything unworthy of myself". He was executed in the Indian fashion by Oneko and two other Pequot sachems closet to his rank among his captors. Aug 12, 1676, King Philip chief of the Wampanciag Indians was killed by Massachusetts troop near Mt. Hope, Rhode Island, ending the war during which 13 towns had been destroyed, over 600 homes burned, and more than 750 English men, women and children killed. Hubbard, the early historian of the Indian Wars wrote: "The inhabitants of New London, Norwich and Stonington, apprehensive of their danger, by reason of the near bordering of the enemy, and upon other prudent considerations, voluntarily listed themselves under some able gentlemen and resolute soldiers among themselves, Major Palmes, Capt. George Denison, Capt. Avery, with whom or under whom, within the compass of 1676, they made ten or more several expeditions, in all of which at those several times, they killed and took two hundred and thirty-nine of the enemy by the help and assistance of the Pequots, Mohegans, and a few friendly Narragansetts; besides thirty taken in their long march homewards, after the fort fight, December 19, '75; and besides sixteen captivated in the second expedition, not reckoned within the compass of the said number; together with fifty guns and spoiling the enemy of an hundred bushels of corn." The question of the ownership of the spoils of war came up often for discussion. (Two letters were written by Major Palmes to the council and are in the New London Records) He was concerned that items were not being returned to there rightful owners. In August, 1675: "The Councill agreed and ordered that the right and division of the captives be left to the decission and determination of Capt. John Mason, Capt. James Avery and Mr. Daniel Witherell, whoe are desired and empowered to disspose the said captiues, whither in hands of the Pequots, Moheags or Naragancetts, to such persons to whome of right they doe belong, according to the severall agreements as the claymers shall make their demands by." After his wife Lucy died he married Sarah Davis, the widow of Captain John Davis, in 1677. They had two sons, Andrew 1678, and Guy 1682 both were born in New London. In 1704 Edward served as one of the commissioners that met at Stonington. After hearing the case between the Masons and the Mohegans, he denounced the colonies policy towards the Indians and accused the Colony of unjustly turning the Indians from their lands. He was also one of the commissioners appointed by King Charles I to administer the oath to Governor Leetle. Linda M. Marrone References and reference notes: Connecticut Colonial Records, Vol. 2, page 386-7. Headstone: In the book, The Ancient Burial Ground Of New London Conn., written in 1899, by Edward Parentis, it was written; " Here lies the body of of Major Edward Palmes who departed this life March 21, 1714-5 in the 78 year of his age". A puzzle of the parentage of Lucy: NOTE on Edwards daughter Lucy : Frances Caukins' History of New London Connecticut, states that Lucy was the daughter of the first wife Lucy Winthrop Palmes, and Edward Palmes Will states, " bequeathed to his daughter Lucy, the only child of his first wife,..." however, some authorities state she was the daughter of the second wife June 1973 Hobbies - The Magazine For Collectors, At The Sign of The Crest ".............. the Bible record of Edward Palmes contains the following information; Edward Palmes married Lucy Winthrop at Hartford Conn., and she died with no issue. His second wife Sarah ( Farmer) Davis. They were married at Boston on September 13, 1677 and they had three children, all born in New London, Conn. Guy was born November 10,1678 and died at sea April 27, 1668, Andrew was born September 24, 1682, and Lucy born August 30, 1687. This Bible record, published in volume 65 of the New England Historic Genealogical Register corrects statements published earlier in Frances Caukins' History of New London Connecticut, which states that Lucy was the daughter of the first wife." The Old Stone House is mentioned in Edward Palmes will in 1712 and bequeathed to his daughter Lucy, the only child of his first wife, Division of the Estate, recorded December 25,1721 page 442, book B New London. It was originally owned by Govenor Winthrop and given to Edward Palmes and his wife Lucy Winthrop Palmes and confirmed to him by will. " ..............The Stone house formally my dwelling house in New London with garden and orchard as formally conveyed to said Palmes and in his use and possession, with the yard or land lying to the north of the said house to join with James Rogers, also a lot of 6 acres lying east of the house bounded north by the ox pasture and east by the great river and having two great oak trees near the south line..." This stone house was built in 1648 near the head of the cove on the east side, between the street and the water. Reference Title: Genealogy Of The Paternal Ancestors And Descendants Of Major Edward Palmes, who emigrated to this country in 1659. Way, H. R. (Henry Russell), b. 1835 (Main Author) --------------- From Book "B" Genealogy of the Paternal Ancestors and Descendants of Major Edward Palmes who emigrated to this county in 1659 Edward Palmes, son of Andrew Palmes was born in 1638 in Sherborn, Hampshire, England. Came to this country with his brother Guy in 1658 and was in trade with him in New Haven, Connecticut. In 1660 Edward removed to New London, Conn and his brother Guy to Mystic, Conn. As the records in England show that Guy Palmes died unmarried. It is conclusive beyond question that from Edward Palmes all by the name of Palmes born since 1661 in the line of my tracing are descended. Soon after settling in New London, Edward Palmes became very intimate with Governor Winthrop and family marrying his 2nd daughter Lucy. The Governor made Mr. Palmes his Chief of Staff and conferred other honors upon the young man nearly of which heartily approved. Mr. Palmes bought large holdings of real estate and eventually became quite wealthy for those days. He was but 20 years of age, when he landed in New England, but many of his ? soon showed that they looked upon him to take the lead of affairs of importance in war and in peace and he filled his mission (history and old records assert) very creditably in every instance. We had no Ocean Greyhounds then - but he was sent to England several times on very important missions for the colonies and he served under many appointments for the crown as well, performing all duties judiciously and honestly. Governor Winthrops own homestead in 1660-61 passed into the occupancy of Edward Palmes who had married his daughter, Lucy. Mr. Palmes was of New Haven but after his marriage transferred his residence to the Winthrop homestead, which with the farm at Nahautic, the Governor subsequently confirmed to him by will. In that document the estate is thus described The Stone house formally my dwelling house in New London with garden and orchard as formally conveyed to said Palmes and in his use and possession, with the yard or land lying to the north of the said house to join with James Rogers, also a lot of 6 acres lying east of th house bounded north by the ox pasture and east by the great river and having two great oak trees near the south line (ext from history pg 90). This stone house was built in 1648 near the head of the cove on the eastside, between the street and the water. Major Palmes was made a freeman in 1667 and was a Representative 1671/2/3/4 and 7. Was Major in the Great Indian War in 1675. Was one of the commissioners appointed by King Charles II to administer the oath to Governor Leete. Mrs. Lucy Winthrop Palmes, 1st wife of Major Edward Palmes died November 24th, 1676. She belongs to New London, Connecticut but her death is not on record there. Neither is there any stone to her memory in the old burial ground by the side of her husband. It is therefore probable that she died abroad and from other circumstances it is inferred that this event took place in Boston, after the death of her father in 1676 (the same year). The family of Major Palmes was in Boston during the Indian troubles and as there were no railroads as now, no doubt she was buried there of necessity as was her father. Her mother also in Hartford, Conn. Some of the bodies later removed to England with the hostilities confronting the pioneers on every hand at that time, no doubt many a loved one was temporarily interred pending an intended early removal to the home church, family cemetery lot. But in their lives the opportunity never came. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (Reference: Genealogy of the Paternal Ancestors and Descendants of Major Edward Palmes. Henry Russell Way) Major Edward Palmes died March 21, 1715. Captain John Prentis 2nd died the same day. They were both buried under arms on the 23rd. Captain Prentis in the morning and Major Palmes in the afternoon. Mr. Palmes died on his farm at Nahautick but was brought into town (New London) for interment. Mr. Hempsteads diary notes the extreme severity of the weather at the time and says of him "He was well and dead in two and a half hours so ends a very eventful and most noble life. His grave stone states that he was in his 78th year, we may therefore place his birth in the year 1638 in England to where his ancestry can be traced back to the Naburn Hall large family estate as early as 1226. He came of good old, well bred stock and his entire life of 78 years gave ample evidence of this fact. Major Edward Palmes in his day, was one of the greatest manages of men and public affairs (?) living in the colony of Connecticut without exception. Southeastern Connecticut, colonial history, without the name and hundreds of brave and noble deeds, performed by Major Edward Palmes, we would be very (?). He always had the confidence and esteem of the Crown for his sterling integrity and judgements. He was ever brave and fearless, always on the side of the oppressed were they white, red or black, and was universally beloved. I have in my little book dwelt upon the history at length, quoting the greater part from others, better qualified and giving due credit for the same. We all owe our being citizens of our beloved home state to him as our common father whether his lineal descendents or not. Of his record in the early settlement of what is now the state of Connecticut, we, his descendants should feel justly proud. To come here as a lad of 20 years and at once begin to take the lead in every good work and keep it up to a a good old age, is the best evidence of a Master mind wholly self trained. May we, his loving descendants and others well profit by his noble example. He ever lived up to the Palmes family motto - "Ut Palma Justies" "As straight as a Palm." PALMES, EDWARD (d. 1715). Judge (New London), 1664, 1667, 1671, 1672, 1673, 1674, 1675, 1676, 1677; Magistrate, New London County and the Narragansett Country, May 1674; Deputy (New London), May 1671, Oct. 1671, May 1672, May 1673, Oct. 1673, May 1674, Oct. 1674, Oct. 1677; Militia Committee, June 1672; Capt., New London County Troop, Oct. 1672; called Capt., Oct. 1673, and Major, May 1674; member of New London County Court Martial, Jan. 1677. Granted 200 acres, Oct. 1673. Conn. Col. I. 426. II. 63, 147, 152, 169, 170, 182, 186, 192, 209, 214, 221, 231, 235, 250, 275, 304, 318, 484.