Joseph Ingram, son of John Ingram and Hannah Pines. Born 1744 at Culpepper County, Virginia, died Mar 22, 1828 at Anson County, North Carolina, 83 or 84 years [SibleyClay49139.ftw] Joseph was called "Joe Cap" to distinguish him from his nephew of the same name who was called "Joe Red" or "Joseph Ingram, Jr.". He owned a large amount of land on the Pee Dee River where he built a large house.He also built a church on his land which was used by all denominations.He owned a large number of slaves, and in his Will he gave slaves to some of his nieces and nephews on the condition that they teach twenty slaves to read the scriptures, free the slaves at the age of forty and contribute $500 to a book fund, the interest of which was to be used to purchase religious books for distribution to the poor. Membership in the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution can be attained through descent from Joseph Ingram. Voucher Number 2805 issued by the Auditor's office Lower Board Salisbury Distric t5 Nov 1784 for the sum of thirty pounds specie, is accepted as proof of his service as a patriot. This voucher is on file in the North Carolina Department of Archives in Raleigh under Revolutionary Accounts Vol VI, page 23, Folio 1. Article from the North Carolina State Archives in Raleigh, North Carolina Their home was located in the bend of the PEE DEE River, on what is now known as the Lee Little Plantation, and near this home they are buried.The interest of this family in religion, education, and civic justice area attested by Joseph's construction of a church building for the use of all denomination, the activity of members of his family in organizing and conduction the first Sunday-school in this county, liberal contributions to missions and book funds, and by the provision in who would "teach or cause to be taught to read twenty Negroes or other poor children"; and the grant of freedom to their slaves who should prove capable of taking care of themselves. Book: Montgomery County Heritage North Carolina Article: The Ingram Family 58 Written by: Winnie Ingram Richter Page: 252 Joseph, their youngest son, was born in Culpepper County, in 1744. Joseph came to North Carolina na first and settled in Bute County (Now Warren). He married Winfred Nelms in 1774, daughter of Presley Nelms, Srand Elizabeth Routt Nelms. Joseph Ingram acquired a large acreage of land in the bend of the Pee Dee River in Anson County. He built a comfortable home there and, according to tradition, it was in this home that the first Sunday School was organized in Anson County. It was conducted by members of his family for many years. He also erected on his plantation a church building which was available for the use of all denominations. Joseph died in 1828. In the burial plot nearby are the graves of Joseph and Winifred Nelms Ingram. Married to: Winifred Nelms, daughter of Sr Nelms Presley and Elizabeth Routt. PRIVACY FILTER Children: 1. George W Ingram PRIVACY FILTER2. William Pines, Sr. IngramBorn Jun 14, 1775, died after AFT. 1844 at Richmond County, VA, at least 69 years [SibleyClay49139.ftw] William Pines Ingram was a wealthy planter in Anson County, North Carolina and a descendent o f John Ingram, one of the early settlers in Virginia. Book: Montgomery County Heritage North Carolina Article: The Ingram Family 58 Written by: Winnie Ingram Richter Page: 252 William Pines Ingram, son of Joseph and Winifred, was born on 14 June1775 and died in 1844 . He was married in 1800 to Susan Strother, born1781, died 1847. 3. Jeremiah IngramBorn Jul 20, 1778, died Feb 26, 1856 at Anson County, North Carolina, 77 years [SibleyClay49139.ftw] Never married. 4. Benjamin IngramBorn Nov 2, 1781, died 1810, 28 or 29 years [SibleyClay49139.ftw] Benjamin was accidentally killed while hunting with his brother, Ebenezer Nelms Ingram. 5. Lemuel IngramBorn Feb 9, 1783, died Jan 24, 1828 at Anson County, North Carolina, 44 years [SibleyClay49139.ftw] The church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (LDS) IGI records shows they were married on 1 1 January 1812 in Richmond county, NC. The information given by Tammy L Tice says differently . May need to reseal with her data. Church references number A537314 2202. 7. Samuel P IngramBorn Jan 26, 1787 [SibleyClay49139.ftw] Samuel was accidently killed while roofing a house. 9. Hannah Pines IngramBorn Nov 26, 1791, died Dec 25, 1864 at Ansonville, Anson County, North Carolina, 73 years 10. Ebenezer Nelms IngramBorn Dec 12, 1797, died Dec 12, 1887 at Anson County, North Carolina, 90 years [SibleyClay49139.ftw] Ebenezer studied medicine for four years in New York City. When he returned to North Carolina, he learned his fiance had married another man. He withdrew from society and spent his time reading, leaving the management of his affairs to his slaves. |