>From John and Sue Lloyd: Does anyone have a book of Charlotte Co Deeds for 1771-1777? If so, I would be eternally grateful for the following look-ups." "Paul Carrington of Cornwall Parish in Charlotte to Thomas James of same, mess. tract, 162 ac on n. side of Staunton River part of larger tract by patent 20 Jun 1772, no wit." [Not clear whether this is an abstract, or the "complete" entry.]" Don't have the book but I can confirm this particular patent was later sold to John Beazley in 1774. Here are the particulars that I have. If you need the specific deed reference of this sale, I can get it but I am pretty sure it came from Charlotte County Deed Book 3. Here are the particulars: "John Beazley resident of the Parish of Cornwall in Charlotte County purchased a tract of land from Thomas James, a resident of same parish and county for eighty pounds current money of Virginia on August 1, 1774. The land was located on the northside of the Staunton River containing one h undred sixty two acres. Beginning at a red oak south fifty six degrees west forty five poles to a red oak, thence north sixteen degrees west forty six poles to a red oak, thence north 380 degrees 204 poles to a white oak, then south sixty five degrees east 102 poles to Pointers thence south eighty one degrees west 164 poles to the first station which said tract, piece or parcel of land is part of a larger tract, granted to Paul Carrington by Setters Patent bearing date June 20, 1772 by Paul Carrington conveyed to Thomas James on July 1, 1773." Hope this helps. I just received the digest and was quite surprised about the Elizabeth Jackson discussion. I have not really had an opportunity to research the daughters of James Fears as I am trying to get my Charlotte County connection to this family. Doubt that I can add anything to it right now. Need to study them as well. Wow!! This is great. Never really thought my response would start such a discussion. A good lesson learned this week. Everyone have a great 4th and stay safe. Gordie Fears Raleigh, North Carolina