Martha Worthington is enumerated on the 1830 Census one dwelling away from James Anderson, husband to Rachel Worthington. Two males of the proper age to be Rachel's known brother Elisha and possible brother Benjamin are included with Martha.
Rachel Wothington married James Anderson (ca.1790/19-Mar-1841) James (Jr.) and wife Rachel are clearly identified as the parents of Barnet by Barnet's "Age Book". The topics of controversy are:
Are the two James's the same person, and if not, who is James's father. About the time that a younger James would have come onto the scene, a James Jr. and James Sr. also begin showing up on the assessment rolls. It appears very likely that James Sr. & James son of Charles Sr. are the same person. If so, a Jr. most likely is the son of a Sr. and this James fits the generation guide lines for the father of Barnet. We do know from deeds and will, that this James lived and owned property on Muddy Creek.
Who was Rachel? One researcher clams that James (jr.) married Rachel Worthington. Another claims that Daniel, son of Charles Sr. married Rachel Worthington. Daniel died in 1804 and Sarah, wife of James Sr. died early. James (Jr.) & Rachel were married ca.1813. If so, Rachel had raised two families and two generations for the oldest son of Daniel & Rachel, Charles, had a family of his own in 1810.
Elisha Worthington, d.2-Sep-1836, leaving $20 to his sister Rachel Anderson. This verifies that it certainly is likely that one of the Rachiel's husbands, either Daniel or James, was Rachiel Worthington.
Marriage record for Harford Co. Md. Daniel Anderson to Rachel Wearin (Worthington?) 29-Feb-1785.
Until further evidence turns up, the most likely situation is that Rachel Worthington only married James (jr).
History of Rock County, Wisconsin, 1889 has a rather substantial article on Martin Dixon, husband of Patients Anderson. This article has sufficient substance to identify Patients Anderson as the daughter of James Anderson and Rachel Worthington, the same parents of Barnet Anderson. Since the article was written in the present tense, it is reasonable to assume that Patents Anderson Dixon knew the maiden name of her mother.
Benjamin
Worthington (1810/ )
Just where Benjamin fits is not quite certain. We know that he owned land and lived near James Anderson. Further, he sold land to James Anderson. Both Benjamin and James lived and owned property on the Muddy Creek and branch of the Whitney. Original maps of this property and area are among Anderson Original papers. While most references are to Cumberland Twp., the area borders a narrow strip in Green Twp. between Cumberland and Whitney Twps.
Also, Benjamin married Mary Long, daughter of Richard Long and Granddaughter of Jeremiah Long. (see p.617 Leckey). While there were several Jeremiah Longs, it was probably Mary's brother Jeremiah Long that worked for Barnet Anderson, son of James Anderson in 1839-40, see Anderson workbook. James Anderson sold
property to Jeremiah Long on 1843.
1. ? Worthington
1.1. ? Worthington m. _____ Martha Worthington (ca:1760-1770/ca:1830-1840)
1.1.1. Elisha ( /ca.Sep-1836) m.____
1.1.1.1. John
1.1.1.2. Mary (after 1830/ )
1.1.1.3. Martha Jane (1833/ )
1.1.2. Rachel (ca.1790/ ) m.____ James Anderson (ca.1790/19-Mar-1841)
1.1.2.1. Barnet Anderson (19-Jun-1814/ ) m.10-Jun-1841 Rebecca _______
1.1.2.2. Martha (22-Nov-1816/12-Jun-1826)
1.1.2.3. Margaret(20-Apr-1817)
1.1.2.4. Hannah (27-May-1819/ )
1.1.2.5. William (4-Sep-1821/ )
1.1.2.6. Phebe (3-Oct-1823/ )
1.1.2.7. Patients (6-Feb-1826/ ) m.27-Oct-1844 Martin Dixon
1.1.2.8. James (3-Apr-1828/ )
1.1.2.9. Sary Jane (27-Jul-1830/ )
1.1.2.10. Simeon (19-Aug-1832/ )
1.1.3. Benjamin Worthington (1810/ ) m.____ Mary Long (1816/ )
1.1.3.1. Orpha (1836/ )
1.1.3.2. Vincent (1838/ )
1.1.3.3. Richard (11-Jan-1840/9-May-1902)
1.1.3.4. James M. (1842/ )
1.1.3.5. Lonenzo (1845/ )
1.1.3.6. Pesmelia (1848/ )
1.1.3.7. Eliza (1850/ )
LDS Microfish
PatientsJames A.& Rachel WorthingtonFB5-Feb-1826Greene
Penna. Civil
Maryland, Alleg.
Co.
Charles Worthington & Mary Ann Thomas, 11-Aug-1818
Marry S. Worthington & George Pearre, 31-Oct-1843
Tenmile Country by
Leckey
1. Benjamin Worthington m. Mary Long, page 618.
2. Patricia Reynolds m2. Davy Worthington, page 277.
3. Sarah Mordock m1. ____ Worthington, d.29-Mar-1855, page 506.
4. Sarah Mordock m1.29-Mar-1855 ____ Worthington, page 569.
5. Susan Worthington m. Joseph Whiley and went to Madison, Indiana, page 391.
6. George Worthington to Mary Ann Thomas, 11-Aug-1818.
7. Mary S. Worthington to George Pearre, 31-Oct-1843.
Hunterdon Co., NJ
by H. Deats
1. Emely and Spencer T. Worthington, 13-Nov-1869, 4-60 (Studdiford)
2. Hiram & Susan Hirlisegir, 16-Aug-1829, 3-3 (Dennis, J.P)
3. Jemima & wm. Michlin, 21-Nov-1840 3-170 (Hunt)
4. Michael & Anna Maxfield, 1-Dec-1805, 1-97 (Hunt)
5. Samuel & Elizabeth Case, 12-Nov-1859, 3-336(Colt)
6. Sarah & Daniel Anderson, 18-Jan-1829, 2-352 (Johnson, J.P.)
7. Sarah Ann & Samuel Mannon, 15-Sep-1851, 4-60 (Winans)
8. Spencer T. & Emely Worthington, 13-Nov-1869, 4-60 (Studdiforf)
Greene Co.Cumberland Twp.
Richard Worthington; b.1-11-1840; d.5-9-1902;Co.F, 15 Pa Vol. Calv. 62-65 (note: son of Benjamin, see 1850 census)
Frank Worthington; 1871-1936; Co.K; Span Amm War, 10th Pa, Vol.Inf.
Fayette Co.
Surname Index lists Worthington at Pleasant Hill, Alleg. Twp.
Certificates
Greene Co.
Courthouse Records
Greene Co.,
Pennsylvania
Elisha Worthington, dated 2-Sep-1836, recorded 21-Sep-1836, Will Book 2, P.71, Cumberland Twp. To sister Rachel Anderson $20.00. Remainder to three children, John, Mary and Martha Jane. to be kept on interest until John arrives at age of 21 and the girls arrive at age 18. Corbly Garard, Executor.
Greene Co. Orphans Court.
Martha Jane Worthington petition for Guardian, 9-Jun-1848. Docket No. 3, p.49. Minor child of Elisha Worthington, over 14.Chooses Frederick Areford.
Mary Worthington petition for Guardian, 5-Feb-1844. Docket No. 2, p.260. Minor child over 14 years of age. Chooses John Simonton.
Greene Co. Pa.
Elisha Worthington estate to John James,96 acres, Whitley; 1838; Book 287, p.548.
Benjamin Worthington & Mary, wife to John Long, all of Greene Co. 1-Apr-1839. Book 10, p.522. On Laural Run, a branch of Big Whiteley. Conveyed by Edward Stephens 1-Apr-1839 to B. Worthington.
Benjamin Worthington & Mary, wife to David Taylor of Greene Co. 15-Dec-1838. Book 8, p.558. Lying and being on watters of Whitley Creek, Greene Twp. Bounded Johnathan Morris, Charles Burk, David Bakerand Benjamin Worthington.90A. same land John Watters conveyed to Nicholas Livingood by deed 4-Apr-1807, who by will dated 16-Mar-1821 conveyed to his four daughters, Anne Catherine, Mary, intermarried with Elijah, and Barbary, wife of Henry Burge, who by deed 27-Nov-1838 conveyed to Benjamin Worthington. signed Benjamin Worthington and Mary (her mark).
Benjamin Worthington & wife Mary of Greene Twp. to John Gillen of Cumberland Twp., 1-Feb-1839.Situate in Greene Twp. bordering land of James Anderson,Granted to John Walters (Walters) by Comm. of Pa. 4-Feb-1805,then by deed to Nicholas Livengood 4-Apr-1807, then by last will and testament 16-Mar-1821 to his daughters Anna, Catherine Mary and Barbara who by deed 27-Nov-1838 to Benjamin Worthington.
John Long & Susanna his wife of Greene Co.to Benjamin Worthington of Greene Co., 1-Apr-1839. Tenement and tract on South Fork Muddy Creek, Cumberland Twp. Bounded by Thomas Miller. 196 3/4A.
Benjamin Worthington & Mary, wife to James Anderson both of Greene Co. 15-Jan-1840. Not recorded, taken from original copy. Part of land purchased by Benjamin Worthington for heirs of Nicholas Livingood and known by Watters Land. Borders existing property of said James Anderson. (note: This James Anderson was married to a Rachel Worthington)
Records of West Agusta, Yohogania, Va.
P.40, at court 1-Mar-1779.
Letters of Adm. granted Jacob Reager on estate Thomas Worthington. Last Will & Testament proved by Ebenezer Zane & Samuel Meason.
P.22, 25-Mar-1778
John Worthington vs. Michael Marton. eject, contd.
P.100, 27-Aug-1777.
John Worshington against James Poor. Ejectment, Ordered to be continued.
History of Rock
County, Wisconsin - 1889
Page 298,"On the 27th day of October, 1844, he (Martin Dixon)was united in marriage with Miss Patients Anderson, who was also a native of Greene County, pa., born Feb. 5, 1826. Her parents, James and Rachel (Worthington) Anderson, were born in Greene County, where both passed away many years ago, when Mrs. Dixon was a young child. They left a family of ten children, nine of whom had attained to mature years. Six of that number are yet living. Three brothers are residing in Illinois, namely: James, who is living in Hancock County, and William and Simon, who are residents of Peoria Co. Phoebe and Sarah J., her two surviving sisters, are still living in the Keystone State."Page 299, "Mrs. Dixon is a member of the Baptist Church, ..."
A.L. Moredock,
Greene Co. Historical Soc.
The following notes were copied from the notes of A.L. Moredock, 1870-1954. Mr. Moredock's Grand Father was married to1) Priscilla Anderson and then 2) Mary Worthington (1864-1843)
1. Mary Worthington, Goshen Church Record, p.42, receivedby baptism 28-Dec-1841."She must have been then a widow. I believe she was the widow of James Worthington, probably a son of Elisha Worthington who died in 1836, having a daughter Mary, a minor. She was a daughter of John and Margaret(Hufty) Moredock, and became second wife of George Moredock about 1835-1840"
2. Thomas Worthington, Pa. Archives, 3rd S. Vol.3 p.572. Under Virginia entries. Robert entered for 1873 acres on Watters of Raccoon Creek. Returned 21-Mar-1787 to Wm. and Thomas Worthington."The only Worthington on the patent maps is James who surveyed 337 acres in Upper Tyrone 13-May-1788. Patened 31-May-1788 by Isaac Meason."
3. Several other notes on Thomas, Edward and Robert Worthington, primarily of the Ohio Worthingtons.
Horn Papers
Mentions Captain Edward Worthington allotted land in (George Rogers) Clark's grant in Indiana for services rendered. (note: see Susan Worthington under Marriages).
Francis Brengle
"Probable Rachel who married Anderson; Parents Samuel Worthington brother of John & Thomas, one of three sons of John who died on voyage to America. They left Cheadle, Lancashire England in 1705. Samuel b. ____, d. 20-Mar-1775 married Nancy _____.Samuel and Mary had six children:
1. Jonathan
2. Samuel Elisha
3. David
4. Sarah, married William Kimble
5. Hester, married Anthony Kemble
6. Rachel
(note: This Rachel has a brother Elisha, she would have been born about 1745-1755. This looks about one generation too early for the Rachel & Elisha in this search.) The Elisha spelling w/sister Rachel indicates a possible hit on a later generation.