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| Native of Germany. Emigrated to American Colonies in 1765. He was always a friend to Gt. Britian. Came to Canada in 1777, and was taken prisoner acting with Butler's Rangers & carried to New York where he died. Children -- William, Margret, married to John Barnet in N. Johnston, Mary unmarried in N. Johnston, Catherine unmarried with her mother. 300 acres near Hy. Wornock on a lease forever. With 14 acres cleared, his father had lived there four years. He had a House, Barn, Etc. The rebels took all the stock, viz., 2 cows, 3 horses, 4 young oxen, & 3 heifers, furniture & farming utensils. Wits. G. Kentner sworn; Mr. Fredk. Franks, he bore arms in Butler's Rangers. He died in N. York after he was exchanged. Claimt is his son. He had some Leased Land on the Susquehana. He had 14 acres cleared and a house & barn. He had good stock of Cows and Horses. The rebels took his stock. 4 April 1788 - Claimt by letter informs the Commrs that his sisters are content that he should receive what Compensation may be allowed for his late Fater's losses. | ||||||||
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