 Lewis Rector, son of Jacob Rector and Jane.Born ± 1765 at Fauquier County,Virginia, died ± 1830 at Anderson County,Tennessee, approximately 65 years Lewis lived in Campbell County, Virginia. He later moved in Roane County, Tennessee. Lewis was a farmer. In 1805 William Butler Senior sold 155 acres on Stonewall Creek, Campbell County, Virginia to Lewis Rector. In 1806 Lewis Rector witnessed a deed to Thomas Butler. In 1812 Lewis Rector witnessed a deed to Thomas Butler. In 1812 Lewis Rector joined Thomas Butler and wife Charlotte, and Jane Rector in making a deed for the former residence of Jacob Rector on Stonewall Creek. In January 1812, Thomas Butler surveyed 60 acres on the Indian Fork of Poplar Creek in Roane County, Tennessee. Lewis moved with his family to Roane County, Tennessee about 1813. In 1813 Lewis Rector served in the militia raised from the Roane - Anderson County, Tennessee area. In 1817 Lewis Rector signed a petititon in Roane County, Tennessee. Lewis is listed on the Roane County, Tennessee Tax list for 1813, 1814, 1816, 1817, 1818 and 1819. Lewis Rector, Senior bought twenty-one acres from Moses Winters of his original 249-acre tract. Lewis either remodeled a crude house, or he built the big sturdy log house at the corner of Main and Spring Streets, and presently occupied by Mrs. Geraldine Blanton of Oliver Spring, Tennessee. The house is on the National Register. Lewis' family lived in this house until 1829 when he died. The widow sold the house and farm to her son, Lewis Rector, Junior in 1859 (Roane J2, Page 575) and they continued to live there until after the Civil War. (Source: Roane County Deed Book E, Page 409) No date for following entry. Prior entry dated July 22, 1831. "Amount of the sale of the proprty of Lewis Rector Deceased . . ." Names listed: Benjamin Rector, Elizabeth Rector, Jacob Rector, U. M. Rector, John Rector Junior, Powhatan Rector, Thomas Rector, D. M. C. Rector, and A. Manley with various amounts. (Source: Anderson County, Tennessee, Will Book 1830 - 1842, Page 55) Lewis either remodeled a crude house, or he built the big sturdy log house at the corner of Main and Spring Streets, and presently occupied by Mrs. Geraldine Blanton of Oliver Springs, Tennessee. The house is on the National Register. Lewis Rector, Senior's family lived in this house until 1830 when he died. He widow soldthe house and farm to her son, Lewis Rector, Junior in 1859 and they continued to liver ther until after the Civil War. Married Mar 3, 1792 at Campbell County,Virginia (5 or 6 years married) to:  Sarah Butler, daughter of N.N. and N.N..Born Dec 1769 at Frederick County,Maryland, died 1798 at Campbell County,Virginia, 28 or 29 years Sarah lived in Frederick County, Maryland. Sarah died in Campbell County, Virginia in 1798. Charles Rock was accused of having poisoned her and the trial is recorded in Campbell County. Children: 1. Jacob RectorBorn 1794 at Campbell County,Virginia, died after 1870 at Barton County,Missouri, at least 76 years Jacob lived in Campbell County, Virginia. He later moved to Roane County, Tennessee. He later moved to Warren County, Kentucky. He later moved to Barton County, Missouri. Jacob was a farmer. Jacob was listed on the Roane County, Tennessee Tax list for 1818 and 1819. In 1830 Jacob was living with his family in Roane County, Tennessee. (Source: 1830 Census - Roane County, Tennessee; Page 48) On October 10, 1831 Jacob Rector, one of the executors of the estate of Lewis Rector, returned to the court an inventory of said estate amounting to $199.67 3/4. (Note: Will nor inventory now not on file, nor recorded in Will Book) (Source: Anderson County, Tennessee County Clerk's Minutes, Record Book 1831 - 1835, Page 22) No date for following entry. Prior entry dated July 22, 1831. "Amount of the sale of the property of Lewis Rector Deceased . . ." Names listed: Benjamin Rector, Elizabeth Rector, Jacob Rector, U. M. Rector, John Rector Junior, Powhatan Rector, Thomas Rector, D. M. C. Rector and A Manley with various amounts. (Source: Anderson County, Tennessee, Will Book 1830 - 1842, Page 55) Jacob and his family moved to Warren County, Kentucky about 1833. On October 3, 1835, Jacob bought from James Hagan and wife Cynthia, as well as Alexander Johnson "across creek" one hundred acres of land for one hundred dollars, on the "north side of the Barren River below the steep hollow, beginning at Isaac Grey's corner" to Stewart's Military Corner on the river bank. (Warren County, Kentucky; 2 Book 16, Page 5) In 1840 Jacob was living with his family in Warren County, Kentucky. (Source: 1840 Census - Warren County, Kentucky; Page 75) On December 11, 1846, Jacob Peak deeded a negro girl, 11 years old to Jemima Rector. In 1850 Jacob was living with his family in 2nd District, Warren County, Kentucky. (Source: 1850 Census - Warren County, Kentucky) On November 16, 1850 "Jacob Rector of Warren County, Kentucky to Lewis Rector and wife Elizabeth land by William M. Rector, . . . it being a part of a tract of land sold by Moses Winter Senior to Lewis Rector deceased . . . Jacob Rector sells as Executor of Lewis Rector deceased." Witnesses: J. H. Kington and M. C. Winter. (Source: Anderson County, Tennessee, Deed Book O, Page 130) Jacob and his family moved to Barton County, Missouri in 1855. On October 3, 1855, the United States deeded land to Jemima Rector in section 26, township 33, range 29, Barton County, Missouri. On May 20, 1858, Jacob Rector and his wife deeded 160 acres of land to James L Rector and Jacob P Rector in section 26, township 33, range 29, Barton County, Missouri. This deed was filed on February 9, 1867. On January 21, 1860, Barton County, Missouri deeded 160 acres of land to Jacob Rector in section 26, township 33, range 29, Barton County, Missouri. In 1860 Jacob was living with his family in Newton Township, Barton County, Missouri. His real estate was valued at $3,600.00. His personal property was valued at $4,436.00. He owned 90 acres of improved land and 270 acres of unimproved land. The value of his farm was $3,600.00. The value of his farming implements and machinery was $8.00. He owned 1 horse, 2 milch cows, 2 working oxen, 2 other cattle, 4 sheep, and 22 swine. The value of his livestock was $178.00. His farm produced 500 bushels of Indian corn, 30 bushels of Irish potatoes, 300 pounds of butter, 1 ton of hay, 44 gallons of molasses and $136.00 value of animals slaughtered. He owned three slaves: one female, 24 years old; one female, 7 years old; one female, 2 years old. (Source: 1860 Census - Newton Township, Barton County, Missouri; Page 15; F970) During the Civil War, Jacob was forced to moved his family to Arkansas, because of the chaotic lawlessness in which this part of the county was plunged. At the close of the Civil War, Jacob returned with his family, rebuilt the buildings and fences, and began life anew. In 1870 Jacob was living with his grandson John Rector in Newton Township, Barton County, Missouri. (Source: 1870 Census - Newton Township, Barton County, Missouri; Page 13; 113) Jacob is probably buried on the Rector homestead in Newton Township, Barton County, Missouri. 2. Benjamin Ona RectorBorn Feb 18, 1795 at Campbell County,Virginia, died Aug 21, 1871 at Hendericks County,Indiana, 76 years Benjamin lived in Anderson and Roane County, Tennessee. He later moved to Hendricks County, Indiana. Benjamin moved to Hendricks County, Indiana around 1838 - 1840. 3. Nancy RectorBorn 1796 at Campbell County,Virginia 4. Elizabeth Rector | |||
| 2nd marriage Lewis Rector, son of Jacob Rector and Jane.Married Jan 14, 1799 at Campbell County,Virginia (approximately 31 years married) to: Elizabeth MartinDied after 1860 Children: 1. William Merriman RectorBorn Oct 8, 1799 at Campbell County,Virginia, died Apr 21, 1879 at Warren County,Kentucky, 79 years William lived in Campbell County, Virginia. He later moved Anderson County, Tennessee. He later moved to Warren County, Kentucky. William was a blacksmith. William purchased property in Anderson County, Tennessee next to Lewis in 1824. Lewis witnessed the indenture. On October 3, 1835, William bought from James Hagan and wife Cynthia, as well as Alexander Johnson "across the creek" one hundred acres of land for one hundred dollars, on the "north side of the Barren River below the steep hollow, beginning at Isaac Grey's corner" to Stewart's Military Corner on the river bank. (Warren County, Kentucky; Book 16, Page 5) In 1839, William and seven other relatives sold property owned and occupied by the Rectors to Lewis Rector, John Potter and John Duckett. ( Book 24, p. 292 ) In 1850 William and his family were living in 2nd District, Warren County, Kentucky. In 1852, William and six other Rectors bought fifty-five acres on the "fork of Drake's Creek and Barren River, Lot for two hundred fifty dollars. (Warren County, Kentucky; Book 24, Page 313) Following his death 21 April 1879, the will of William M. Rector was produced, proven and recorded on 25 August 1879: WILL OF WILLIAM M. RECTOR, WARREN COUNTY, KY I W. M. Rector of Warren County State of Kentucky being of sound mind and memory do hereby make publish and declare this to be my last will and testament hereby revoking and making void all former wills by me at any time made. First I order and direct my Executor as soon after my decease as practiable to pay off and discharge all the debts dues and liabilities that may exist against me at the time of my decease. Second I give and bequeath to my Son Charles Eighteen acres of land on East side of a tract now owned by him. Third I order and bequeath to my Daughters Harriett Gott and Sarah A. Dirrett 53 acres of land being the same land purchased by me of R. G. Potter. My daughters Sarah and Harriett heretofore mentioned are to have the use of said 53 acres of land but should they become dissatisfied and leave said land, I order that it be equally divided among my heirs. I furthermore desire that at the decease of my daughters Sarah and Harriett the said 53 acres of land be equally divided among my heirs. I furthermore order and desire that should my son-in-law J. G. Dirrett live longer than his wife Sarah A. Dirrett heretofore mentioned that said Dirrett is to share equally in the division with my heirs. The within heirs mentioned in this will are to take care of and support me during my life. However I am to have possession of the homestead during my life. I furthermore desire that my son Charles act as my Executor. I also desire that this be recorded at my decease. In witness whereof I have hereunto subscribed my name this 18th day of July A.D. 1877 W. M. Rector X his mark The above and foregoing instrument was at the date thereof signed sealed & published by the said W. M. Rector and declared as and for his last will and testament in presence of us and at his bequest and in the presence of each other in witness whereof we have subscribed our names John Thomas J. T. Tygret State of Kentucky Warren County Ct. (SL) I Ben F. Gardner Clerk of the Warren County Court do certify that the foregoing last will and testament of W. M. Rector was on this day produced in open court and proven by the oaths of John Thomas & J. T. Tygret the subscribing witnesses thereto. Whereupon the same ordered to be recorded which is accordingly done. Given under my hand this 25th day of August 1879 Ben F. Gardner, clerk William was buried in Burton Memorial Church Cemetery, Warren County, Kentucky. 2. Ludwell RectorBorn 1802 at Campbell County,Virginia, died 1859 at Platte,Nebraska, 56 or 57 years Ludwell lived in Roane County, Tennessee. He later moved to Putnam County, Indiana. In 1826 Ludwell purchased 7 acres on the Popular area on the Indian Fork. In 1827 Ludwell left Tennessee and settled in Putnam County, Indiana. Ludwell moved to Ottumwa, Wapello County, Iowa in 1846. He was apparently an adventurer for when the Gold rush started in California he was one of the first to join the search for gold. He was last heard from when he reached North Platte, Nebraska. 3. Sarah RectorBorn 1803, died Sep 20, 1883 at Wichita,Kansas, 79 or 80 years William M Rector, age 80 years, resident of said County, P.O. Box Bowling Green, declares he is a brother to Sarah Kington and attended her wedding. Witnesses, S. M. Matlock; William M. Kington (Sarah's son) (Source: Warren County, Kentucky Court, April 18, 1879) John Rector, resident of said County, P.O. Box Green Hill, age 73 years, declares Sarah Kington is his sister and he attended her wedding to John H Kington in Roane County, East Tennessee, near Kingston, in 1827. No witnesses. (Source: Warren County, Kentucky Court, April 26, 1879) On September 19, 1885, Mr. J. M. Silvey, Wichita, Kansas reports to Chicago Pension Office that Sarah Kington who had lived with him for several years, died at Wichita September 20, 1883. National Archives, War of 1812 Penison File: RECTOR John H. Kington wf Sarah, 025401, WC24742 (reference only May 31, 1878, Scott County, Illinois appears Sarah Kington to apply for pension, age 75 years, widow of John H Kington who died January 24, 1863, Roane County, Tennessee. She, Sarah Rector married december 25, 1827, Roane County, Tennessee. Witnesses, James M Silvey (Son-in-law) and Fletcher Patterson. 4. John RectorBorn 1806 at Campbell County,Virginia John lived in Campbell County, Virginia. He later moved to Roane County, Tennessee. In 1850 John was living with his family in Warren County, Kentucky. In 1860 John was living with his family in Warren County, Kentucky. 5. Martin RectorBorn 1819 at Tennessee Martin lived in Tennessee. He later moved to Warren County, Kentucky. He later moved to Indiana. He later moved to Dade County, Missouri. He later moved to Greene County, Missouri. He later moved to Shannon County, Missouri. Martin was a blacksmith. In 1840 Martin was living with his family in Warren County, Kentucky. Martin and his family moved with his family to Dade County, Missouri in the fall of 1846. In 1850 Martin was living with his family in Dade County, Missouri. He owned 16 acres of improved land and 24 acres of unimproved land. The value of his farm was $100.00. The value of his farming implements and machinery was $10.00. He owned 1 horse, 2 milch cows, 1 other cattle, 12 sheep, and 14 swine. The value of his livestock was $134.00. His farm produced 250 bushels of Indian corn, 200 bushels of oats, 12 pounds of wool, 8 bushels of Irish potatoes, 25 pounds of butter, $20.00 value of homemade manufactures, and $15.00 value of animals slaughtered. (Source: 1850 Census - District F26 and 1850 Agricultural Census - District F24) In 1860 Martin was living with his family in Robberson Township, Greene County, Missouri. His real estate was valued at $500.00. His personal property was valued at $400.00. (Source: 1960 Census - Robberson Township, Greene County, Missouri; F161 and 1870 Agricultural Census - Bowlan Township, Shannon County, Missouri; Page 1; 981) 6. Grisby RectorBorn Mar 17, 1820 at Morgan County,Tennessee, died Mar 21, 1866, 46 years Grisby lived in Anderson County, Tennessee. He later moved to Dade County, Missouri In 1850 Grisby and his family were living in Anderson County, Tennessee. Grisby came to Dade County, Missouri in 1852 and settled west of Dadeville on 160 acres of Government land. In 1860 Grisby and his family were living in Dade County, Missouri. (Source: 1860 Census - Dade County, Missouri; Page 149; 63) Grisby was a Civil War Veteran. He served in the Confederate Army. He was killed at the battle of Lone Jack. 7. Lewis RectorBorn 1826 at Tennessee Lewis lived in Roane County, Tennessee. In 1860 Lewis was living with his family and his mother in Roane County, Tennessee. | |||