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Lucy Palmer¹

F, #123401, b. About 1814

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Name	Lucy Palmer was also known as Lucy Lewis.²
Birth	She was born About 1814, in Rhode IslandG.³
Marriage	She married Ebenezer Slocum son of Captain Eleazer Slocum and Sarah Weaver, on 14 September 1851, in Exeter, Rhode Island, USAG. The Slocum book recorded a marriage year of 1854.^4,1

Child with Ebenezer Slocum b. 4 July 1802, d. 11 April 1891

Daughter

Phebe Ann Slocum+ b. 15 October 1856

Citations

[S1326] Short History of the Slocums, Slocumbs and Slocombs of America, in 2 vols., Charles Elihu Slocum, compiler, (Rutland, Vermont, U.S.A.: Self Published, 1882), page 252, 414. Hereinafter cited as Short History of the Slocums.
[S20472] Rhode Island, U.S., Marriage Registrations 1853 -1922, George Franklin Manchester & Phebe Ann Slocum, , 4 May 1892. {fast}Rhode Island, U.S., Marriage Registrations 1853 -1922{TAB*2}digital copy of original document {TAB}Phebe Ann Slacum & George Franklin Manchester {TAB}Marriage Date: 4 May 1892 {TAB}Marriage Place: Exeter, Rhode Island, USA, Rhode Island State Digital Archives; Rhode Island; Marriage Registrations 1892.
[S20456] 1860 United States Federal Census, North Kingstown, Washington, Rhode Island, Household of Ebenezer Stocum, 1860, digital copy of original document, FHL Film: 805211, Roll M653_1211.
[S20488] Rhode Island, U.S., Marriage Registrations 1853 -1922, Ebenezar Slocum & Lucy Palmer, , 14 September 1851. Rhode Island State Digital Archives; Rhode Island; Marriage Registrations 1853-1854.

Eleazer Slocum¹

M, #123402, b. 26 May 1831

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Parents

Father	Ebenezer Slocum b. 4 July 1802, d. 11 April 1891
Mother	Hannah Nichols Congdon b. 3 November 1806, d. 29 January 1851

Relationships	2nd cousin 3 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited	16 January 2026 18:39:04

Occupation	Eleazer Slocum was a painter.²
Birth	He was born on 26 May 1831.²
Marriage	He married Catherine Dailey on 3 July 1856, in Providence, Providence County, Rhode IslandG.²

Children with Catherine Dailey

Son	James F. Slocum b. 3 August 1857, d. 3 August 1858
Daughter	Mary Slocum b. 24 December 1858, d. 29 January 1865
Son	James Francis Slocum b. 4 May 1860
Daughter	Catherine Slocum b. 16 November 1862

Citations

[S1326] Short History of the Slocums, Slocumbs and Slocombs of America, in 2 vols., Charles Elihu Slocum, compiler, (Rutland, Vermont, U.S.A.: Self Published, 1882), page 252, 414. Hereinafter cited as Short History of the Slocums.
[S1326] Short History of the Slocums, Slocumbs and Slocombs of America, in 2 vols., Charles Elihu Slocum, compiler, (Rutland, Vermont, U.S.A.: Self Published, 1882), page 415. Hereinafter cited as Short History of the Slocums.

Catherine Dailey

F, #123403

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Marriage

Catherine Dailey married Eleazer Slocum son of Ebenezer Slocum and Hannah Nichols Congdon, on 3 July 1856, in Providence, Providence County, Rhode IslandG.¹

Children with Eleazer Slocum b. 26 May 1831

Son	James F. Slocum b. 3 August 1857, d. 3 August 1858
Daughter	Mary Slocum b. 24 December 1858, d. 29 January 1865
Son	James Francis Slocum b. 4 May 1860
Daughter	Catherine Slocum b. 16 November 1862

Citations

[S1326] Short History of the Slocums, Slocumbs and Slocombs of America, in 2 vols., Charles Elihu Slocum, compiler, (Rutland, Vermont, U.S.A.: Self Published, 1882), page 415. Hereinafter cited as Short History of the Slocums.

James F. Slocum¹

M, #123404, b. 3 August 1857, d. 3 August 1858

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Father	Eleazer Slocum b. 26 May 1831
Mother	Catherine Dailey

Relationships	3rd cousin 2 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited	16 January 2026 18:42:54

Birth	James F. Slocum was born on 3 August 1857.¹
Death	He died on 3 August 1858.¹

Citations

[S1326] Short History of the Slocums, Slocumbs and Slocombs of America, in 2 vols., Charles Elihu Slocum, compiler, (Rutland, Vermont, U.S.A.: Self Published, 1882), page 415. Hereinafter cited as Short History of the Slocums.

Mary Slocum¹

F, #123405, b. 24 December 1858, d. 29 January 1865

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Parents

Father	Eleazer Slocum b. 26 May 1831
Mother	Catherine Dailey

Relationships	3rd cousin 2 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited	16 January 2026 18:43:38

Birth	Mary Slocum was born on 24 December 1858.¹
Death	She died on 29 January 1865.¹

Citations

[S1326] Short History of the Slocums, Slocumbs and Slocombs of America, in 2 vols., Charles Elihu Slocum, compiler, (Rutland, Vermont, U.S.A.: Self Published, 1882), page 415. Hereinafter cited as Short History of the Slocums.

James Francis Slocum¹

M, #123406, b. 4 May 1860

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Parents

Father	Eleazer Slocum b. 26 May 1831
Mother	Catherine Dailey

Relationships	3rd cousin 2 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited	16 January 2026 18:44:07

Birth

James Francis Slocum was born on 4 May 1860.¹

Citations

[S1326] Short History of the Slocums, Slocumbs and Slocombs of America, in 2 vols., Charles Elihu Slocum, compiler, (Rutland, Vermont, U.S.A.: Self Published, 1882), page 415. Hereinafter cited as Short History of the Slocums.

Catherine Slocum¹

F, #123407, b. 16 November 1862

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Parents

Father	Eleazer Slocum b. 26 May 1831
Mother	Catherine Dailey

Relationships	3rd cousin 2 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited	16 January 2026 18:44:32

Birth

Catherine Slocum was born on 16 November 1862.¹

Citations

[S1326] Short History of the Slocums, Slocumbs and Slocombs of America, in 2 vols., Charles Elihu Slocum, compiler, (Rutland, Vermont, U.S.A.: Self Published, 1882), page 415. Hereinafter cited as Short History of the Slocums.

Martha Slocum¹

F, #123408, b. 21 October 1832

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Parents

Father	Ebenezer Slocum b. 4 July 1802, d. 11 April 1891
Mother	Hannah Nichols Congdon b. 3 November 1806, d. 29 January 1851

Relationships	2nd cousin 3 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited	16 January 2026 18:45:50

Birth	Martha Slocum was born on 21 October 1832.¹
Marriage	She married Stukely Brown on 8 March 1857, in AcquidneckG.¹
Principal 2	She and Stukely Brown resided in Exeter Hill, Rhode IslandG, in 1882.^1,1

Child with Stukely Brown

Daughter

Mary L. Brown+ b. 6 January 1858

Citations

[S1326] Short History of the Slocums, Slocumbs and Slocombs of America, in 2 vols., Charles Elihu Slocum, compiler, (Rutland, Vermont, U.S.A.: Self Published, 1882), page 415. Hereinafter cited as Short History of the Slocums.

Stukely Brown¹

M, #123409

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Marriage	Stukely Brown married Martha Slocum daughter of Ebenezer Slocum and Hannah Nichols Congdon, on 8 March 1857, in AcquidneckG.¹
Resided	Stukely Brown and Martha Slocum resided in Exeter Hill, Rhode IslandG, in 1882.^1,1

Child with Martha Slocum b. 21 October 1832

Daughter

Mary L. Brown+ b. 6 January 1858

Citations

[S1326] Short History of the Slocums, Slocumbs and Slocombs of America, in 2 vols., Charles Elihu Slocum, compiler, (Rutland, Vermont, U.S.A.: Self Published, 1882), page 415. Hereinafter cited as Short History of the Slocums.

Mary L. Brown¹

F, #123410, b. 6 January 1858

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Parents

Father	Stukely Brown
Mother	Martha Slocum b. 21 October 1832

Relationships	3rd cousin 2 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited	17 January 2026 14:58:04

Birth	Mary L. Brown was born on 6 January 1858.¹
Marriage	She married R. Herbert Baton on 9 May 1879.¹

Children with R. Herbert Baton

Son	S. Everett Baton b. 31 January 1863
Son	Warren W.C. Baton b. 14 September 1879

Citations

[S1326] Short History of the Slocums, Slocumbs and Slocombs of America, in 2 vols., Charles Elihu Slocum, compiler, (Rutland, Vermont, U.S.A.: Self Published, 1882), page 415. Hereinafter cited as Short History of the Slocums.

R. Herbert Baton¹

M, #123411

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Marriage

R. Herbert Baton married Mary L. Brown daughter of Stukely Brown and Martha Slocum, on 9 May 1879.¹

Children with Mary L. Brown b. 6 January 1858

Son	S. Everett Baton b. 31 January 1863
Son	Warren W.C. Baton b. 14 September 1879

Citations

[S1326] Short History of the Slocums, Slocumbs and Slocombs of America, in 2 vols., Charles Elihu Slocum, compiler, (Rutland, Vermont, U.S.A.: Self Published, 1882), page 415. Hereinafter cited as Short History of the Slocums.

Warren W.C. Baton¹

M, #123412, b. 14 September 1879

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Parents

Father	R. Herbert Baton
Mother	Mary L. Brown b. 6 January 1858

Relationships	4th cousin 1 time removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited	17 January 2026 15:43:53

Birth

Warren W.C. Baton was born on 14 September 1879.¹

Citations

[S1326] Short History of the Slocums, Slocumbs and Slocombs of America, in 2 vols., Charles Elihu Slocum, compiler, (Rutland, Vermont, U.S.A.: Self Published, 1882), page 415. Hereinafter cited as Short History of the Slocums.

S. Everett Baton¹

M, #123413, b. 31 January 1863

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Parents

Father	R. Herbert Baton
Mother	Mary L. Brown b. 6 January 1858

Relationships	4th cousin 1 time removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited	17 January 2026 15:44:20

Birth

S. Everett Baton was born on 31 January 1863.¹

Citations

[S1326] Short History of the Slocums, Slocumbs and Slocombs of America, in 2 vols., Charles Elihu Slocum, compiler, (Rutland, Vermont, U.S.A.: Self Published, 1882), page 415. Hereinafter cited as Short History of the Slocums.

Sarah Slocum¹

F, #123414, b. 6 December 1834, d. 31 August 1921

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Parents

Father	Ebenezer Slocum b. 4 July 1802, d. 11 April 1891
Mother	Hannah Nichols Congdon b. 3 November 1806, d. 29 January 1851

Relationships	2nd cousin 3 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited	21 January 2026 15:57:57

Birth	Sarah Slocum was born on 6 December 1834, in North Kingstown, Washington County, Rhode IslandG.^2,1
Marriage	She married James Thurston Weaver son of Rufus Weaver and Mehitebel, on 28 November 1860, in Rhode Island, USAG. by Rev. O.P. Fuller, Baptist. No children.^3,1
Death	Sarah Slocum died on 31 August 1921 in Coventry, Kent County, Rhode Island, USAG. The informant for her death certificate was her brother Ebenezer. Cause of death was pneumonia.^2,4
Burial	She was buried in Woodland Cemetery, Coventry, Kent County, Rhode Island, USAG.^2,4

Partner with James Thurston Weaver b. 1836, d. 1911

Citations

[S1326] Short History of the Slocums, Slocumbs and Slocombs of America, in 2 vols., Charles Elihu Slocum, compiler, (Rutland, Vermont, U.S.A.: Self Published, 1882), page 415. Hereinafter cited as Short History of the Slocums.
[S20489] Rhode Island U.S., Death Registrations and Records, 1852-1946, digital copy of original document Rhode Island Department of State; Rhode Island, USA; Rhode Island Death and Burials at State Institutions (31 August 1921). Hereinafter cited as Rhode Island U.S., Death Registrations and Records, 1852-1946.
[S20490] Rhode Island, U.S., Marriage Registrations 1853 -1922, Sarah Slocum & James T Weaver, , 29 November 1860. Marriage Place: Rhode Island, USA, Rhode Island State Digital Archives; Rhode Island; Marriage Registrations 1860.
[S20461] Find a Grave - Sarah (Slocum) Weaver, Sarah Weaver: Find a Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/176241102/sarah-weaver: accessed January 18, 2026), memorial page for Sarah Slocum Weaver (1834–31 Aug 1921), Find a Grave Memorial ID 176241102, citing Woodland Cemetery, Coventry, Kent County, Rhode Island, USA; Maintained by Marvin & Samme Templin (contributor 426307)., (31 August 1921). Hereinafter cited as Woodland Cemetery, Coventry, Kent County, Rhode Island, USA.

James Thurston Weaver^1,2

M, #123415, b. 1836, d. 1911

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Parents

Father	Rufus Weaver
Mother	Mehitebel

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Birth	James Thurston Weaver was born in 1836.³
Marriage	He married Sarah Slocum daughter of Ebenezer Slocum and Hannah Nichols Congdon, on 28 November 1860, in Rhode Island, USAG. by Rev. O.P. Fuller, Baptist. No children.^4,1
Death	James Thurston Weaver died in 1911.³
Burial	He was buried in Woodland Cemetery, Coventry, Kent County, Rhode Island, USAG.³

Partner with Sarah Slocum b. 6 December 1834, d. 31 August 1921

Citations

[S1326] Short History of the Slocums, Slocumbs and Slocombs of America, in 2 vols., Charles Elihu Slocum, compiler, (Rutland, Vermont, U.S.A.: Self Published, 1882), page 415. Hereinafter cited as Short History of the Slocums.
[S20461] Find a Grave - Sarah (Slocum) Weaver, Sarah Weaver: Find a Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/176241102/sarah-weaver: accessed January 18, 2026), memorial page for Sarah Slocum Weaver (1834–31 Aug 1921), Find a Grave Memorial ID 176241102, citing Woodland Cemetery, Coventry, Kent County, Rhode Island, USA; Maintained by Marvin & Samme Templin (contributor 426307)., (31 August 1921). Hereinafter cited as Woodland Cemetery, Coventry, Kent County, Rhode Island, USA.
[S20462] Find a Grave - James Thurston Weaver, James Thurston Weaver: Find a Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/176241098/james_thurston-weaver: accessed January 18, 2026), memorial page for James Thurston Weaver (1836–1911), Find a Grave Memorial ID 176241098, citing Woodland Cemetery, Coventry, Kent County, Rhode Island, USA; Maintained by Marvin & Samme Templin (contributor 426307)., (1911). Hereinafter cited as Woodland Cemetery, Coventry, Kent County, Rhode Island, USA.
[S20490] Rhode Island, U.S., Marriage Registrations 1853 -1922, Sarah Slocum & James T Weaver, , 29 November 1860. Marriage Place: Rhode Island, USA, Rhode Island State Digital Archives; Rhode Island; Marriage Registrations 1860.

Mary Slocum¹

F, #123416, b. 7 November 1836, d. 12 September 1855

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Parents

Father	Ebenezer Slocum b. 4 July 1802, d. 11 April 1891
Mother	Hannah Nichols Congdon b. 3 November 1806, d. 29 January 1851

Relationships	2nd cousin 3 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited	17 January 2026 15:47:37

Birth	Mary Slocum was born on 7 November 1836.¹
Death	She died on 12 September 1855.¹

Citations

[S1326] Short History of the Slocums, Slocumbs and Slocombs of America, in 2 vols., Charles Elihu Slocum, compiler, (Rutland, Vermont, U.S.A.: Self Published, 1882), page 415. Hereinafter cited as Short History of the Slocums.

James Slocum¹

M, #123417, b. 31 July 1838, d. 30 September 1840

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Parents

Father	Ebenezer Slocum b. 4 July 1802, d. 11 April 1891
Mother	Hannah Nichols Congdon b. 3 November 1806, d. 29 January 1851

Relationships	2nd cousin 3 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited	17 January 2026 15:48:20

Birth	James Slocum was born on 31 July 1838.¹
Death	He died on 30 September 1840.¹

Citations

[S1326] Short History of the Slocums, Slocumbs and Slocombs of America, in 2 vols., Charles Elihu Slocum, compiler, (Rutland, Vermont, U.S.A.: Self Published, 1882), page 415. Hereinafter cited as Short History of the Slocums.

Hannah Nichols Slocum¹

F, #123418, b. 10 November 1839, d. 26 March 1919

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Parents

Father	Ebenezer Slocum b. 4 July 1802, d. 11 April 1891
Mother	Hannah Nichols Congdon b. 3 November 1806, d. 29 January 1851

Relationships	2nd cousin 3 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited	18 January 2026 18:22:25

Name	Hannah Nichols Slocum was also known as Anna N. Tibbits.²
Birth	She was born on 10 November 1839, in North Kingstown, Washington County, Rhode IslandG.¹
Marriage	She married Lucius Benjamin Henry Tibbetts son of Henry Augustus Tibbetts and Clarinda Maria, on 23 February 1876, in Kingstown, Washington County, Rhode IslandG.¹
Principal 2	Hannah Nichols Slocum and Lucius Benjamin Henry Tibbetts resided in Providence, Providence County, Rhode Island without childrenG, in 1883.¹
sister-in-law	She was enumerated on the census on 21 April 1910 in the household of George Franklin Manchester, as a sister-in-law, in North Kingstown, Washington County, Rhode IslandG.²
Death	She died on 26 March 1919 in Providence, Providence County, Rhode IslandG.³
Burial	She was buried in Quidnessett Cemetery, North Kingstown, Washington County, Rhode IslandG.³

Partner with Lucius Benjamin Henry Tibbetts b. 27 October 1847

Citations

[S1326] Short History of the Slocums, Slocumbs and Slocombs of America, in 2 vols., Charles Elihu Slocum, compiler, (Rutland, Vermont, U.S.A.: Self Published, 1882), page 415. Hereinafter cited as Short History of the Slocums.
[S20474] 1910 United States Federal Census, North Kingstown, Washington, Rhode Island, USA, household of Geo. F. Manchester, 21 April 1910, digital copy of original census page, Roll T624_1445, Page 1a. Enumeration District 0303.
[S20463] Find a Grave - Hannah N (Slocum) Tibbitts, Hannah N Tibbitts: Find a Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/191290733/hannah_n-tibbitts: accessed January 18, 2026), memorial page for Hannah N Slocum Tibbitts (Nov 1839–26 Mar 1919), Find a Grave Memorial ID 191290733, citing Quidnessett Memorial Cemetery, North Kingstown, Washington County, Rhode Island, USA; Maintained by Researcher-Joyce (Wilson) Williams (contributor 47314859)., (26 March 1919). Hereinafter cited as Quidnessett Memorial Cemetery, North Kingstown, Washington County, Rhode Island, USA.

Lucius Benjamin Henry Tibbetts¹

M, #123419, b. 27 October 1847

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Father	Henry Augustus Tibbetts
Mother	Clarinda Maria

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Occupation	Lucius Benjamin Henry Tibbetts was an artist and teacher or piano and organ.¹
Birth	He was born on 27 October 1847, in East Greenwich Township, Kent County, Rhode IslandG.¹
Marriage	He married Hannah Nichols Slocum daughter of Ebenezer Slocum and Hannah Nichols Congdon, on 23 February 1876, in Kingstown, Washington County, Rhode IslandG.¹
Resided	Lucius Benjamin Henry Tibbetts and Hannah Nichols Slocum resided in Providence, Providence County, Rhode Island without childrenG, in 1883.¹

Partner with Hannah Nichols Slocum b. 10 November 1839, d. 26 March 1919

Citations

[S1326] Short History of the Slocums, Slocumbs and Slocombs of America, in 2 vols., Charles Elihu Slocum, compiler, (Rutland, Vermont, U.S.A.: Self Published, 1882), page 415. Hereinafter cited as Short History of the Slocums.

Henry Augustus Tibbetts¹

M, #123420

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Marriage

Henry Augustus Tibbetts married Clarinda Maria.¹

Child with Clarinda Maria

Son	Lucius Benjamin Henry Tibbetts b. 27 October 1847

Citations

[S1326] Short History of the Slocums, Slocumbs and Slocombs of America, in 2 vols., Charles Elihu Slocum, compiler, (Rutland, Vermont, U.S.A.: Self Published, 1882), page 415. Hereinafter cited as Short History of the Slocums.

Clarinda Maria¹

F, #123421

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17 January 2026 15:52:06

Marriage

Clarinda Maria married Henry Augustus Tibbetts.¹

Child with Henry Augustus Tibbetts

Son	Lucius Benjamin Henry Tibbetts b. 27 October 1847

Citations

[S1326] Short History of the Slocums, Slocumbs and Slocombs of America, in 2 vols., Charles Elihu Slocum, compiler, (Rutland, Vermont, U.S.A.: Self Published, 1882), page 415. Hereinafter cited as Short History of the Slocums.

Charles Slocum¹

M, #123422, b. 15 January 1842

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Parents

Father	Ebenezer Slocum b. 4 July 1802, d. 11 April 1891
Mother	Hannah Nichols Congdon b. 3 November 1806, d. 29 January 1851

Relationships	2nd cousin 3 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited	17 January 2026 15:54:41

Birth	Charles Slocum was born on 15 January 1842.¹
Marriage	He married Susan Carder on 28 January 1868, no children.¹

Partner with Susan Carder

Citations

[S1326] Short History of the Slocums, Slocumbs and Slocombs of America, in 2 vols., Charles Elihu Slocum, compiler, (Rutland, Vermont, U.S.A.: Self Published, 1882), page 415. Hereinafter cited as Short History of the Slocums.

Susan Carder¹

F, #123423

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17 January 2026 15:55:01

Marriage

Susan Carder married Charles Slocum son of Ebenezer Slocum and Hannah Nichols Congdon, on 28 January 1868, no children.¹

Partner with Charles Slocum b. 15 January 1842

Citations

[S1326] Short History of the Slocums, Slocumbs and Slocombs of America, in 2 vols., Charles Elihu Slocum, compiler, (Rutland, Vermont, U.S.A.: Self Published, 1882), page 415. Hereinafter cited as Short History of the Slocums.

Ruth Slocum¹

F, #123424, b. 9 April 1844, d. 18 June 1904

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Parents

Father	Ebenezer Slocum b. 4 July 1802, d. 11 April 1891
Mother	Hannah Nichols Congdon b. 3 November 1806, d. 29 January 1851

Relationships	2nd cousin 3 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited	18 January 2026 13:34:39

Birth	Ruth Slocum was born on 9 April 1844, in North Kingstown, Washington County, Rhode IslandG.¹
Death	She died on 18 June 1904 in Cranston, Providence County, Rhode IslandG.²
Burial	She was buried in Old Baptist Cemetery, North Kingstown, Washington County, Rhode Island, USAG.²

Citations

[S1326] Short History of the Slocums, Slocumbs and Slocombs of America, in 2 vols., Charles Elihu Slocum, compiler, (Rutland, Vermont, U.S.A.: Self Published, 1882), page 415. Hereinafter cited as Short History of the Slocums.
[S20460] Find a Grave - Ruth Slocum, Ruth Slocum: Find a Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/25020644/ruth-slocum: accessed January 18, 2026), memorial page for Ruth Slocum (9 Apr 1844–18 Jun 1904), Find a Grave Memorial ID 25020644, citing Old Baptist Cemetery, North Kingstown, Washington County, Rhode Island, USA; Maintained by Julie Nathanson (contributor 46867640)., (18 June 1904). Hereinafter cited as Old Baptist Cemetery, North Kingstown, Washington County, Rhode Island, USA.

Esther Slocum¹

F, #123425, b. 29 January 1846, d. 19 October 1932

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Parents

Father	Ebenezer Slocum b. 4 July 1802, d. 11 April 1891
Mother	Hannah Nichols Congdon b. 3 November 1806, d. 29 January 1851

Relationships	2nd cousin 3 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited	18 January 2026 13:47:22

Birth	Esther Slocum was born on 29 January 1846, in North Kingstown, Washington County, Rhode IslandG.¹
Marriage	She married Arnold Sanford Brown on 21 February 1864, by Rev. Benedict Johnson, Baptist.¹
Death	She died on 19 October 1932 in Exeter, Washington County, Rhode IslandG.^2,3
Burial	She was buried in Elm Grove Cemetery, North Kingstown, Washington County, Rhode Island, USAG.³

Child with Arnold Sanford Brown b. 30 July 1844, d. 14 April 1918

Son	Herbert F. Brown+ b. 11 January 1866, d. 20 August 1917

Citations

[S1326] Short History of the Slocums, Slocumbs and Slocombs of America, in 2 vols., Charles Elihu Slocum, compiler, (Rutland, Vermont, U.S.A.: Self Published, 1882), page 415. Hereinafter cited as Short History of the Slocums.
[S20463] Find a Grave - Hannah N (Slocum) Tibbitts, Hannah N Tibbitts: Find a Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/191290733/hannah_n-tibbitts: accessed January 18, 2026), memorial page for Hannah N Slocum Tibbitts (Nov 1839–26 Mar 1919), Find a Grave Memorial ID 191290733, citing Quidnessett Memorial Cemetery, North Kingstown, Washington County, Rhode Island, USA; Maintained by Researcher-Joyce (Wilson) Williams (contributor 47314859)., (26 March 1919). Hereinafter cited as Quidnessett Memorial Cemetery, North Kingstown, Washington County, Rhode Island, USA.
[S20464] Find a Grave - Esther (Slocum) Brown, Esther Brown: Find a Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/189076939/esther-brown: accessed January 18, 2026), memorial page for Esther Slocum Brown (29 Jan 1846–19 Oct 1932), Find a Grave Memorial ID 189076939, citing Elm Grove Cemetery, North Kingstown, Washington County, Rhode Island, USA; Maintained by Researcher-Joyce (Wilson) Williams (contributor 47314859)., (19 October 1932). Hereinafter cited as Elm Grove Cemetery, North Kingstown, Washington County, Rhode Island, USA.

Arnold Sanford Brown^1,2

M, #123426, b. 30 July 1844, d. 14 April 1918

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Occupation	Arnold Sanford Brown was a farmer.¹
Birth	He was born on 30 July 1844, in Exeter, Washington County, Rhode IslandG.²
Marriage	He married Esther Slocum daughter of Ebenezer Slocum and Hannah Nichols Congdon, on 21 February 1864, by Rev. Benedict Johnson, Baptist.¹
Death	Arnold Sanford Brown died on 14 April 1918 in Kingstown, Washington County, Rhode IslandG.²
Burial	He was buried in Elm Grove Cemetery, North Kingstown, Washington County, Rhode Island, USAG.²

Child with Esther Slocum b. 29 January 1846, d. 19 October 1932

Son	Herbert F. Brown+ b. 11 January 1866, d. 20 August 1917

Citations

[S1326] Short History of the Slocums, Slocumbs and Slocombs of America, in 2 vols., Charles Elihu Slocum, compiler, (Rutland, Vermont, U.S.A.: Self Published, 1882), page 415. Hereinafter cited as Short History of the Slocums.
[S20465] Find a Grave - Arnold Sanford Brown, Arnold Sanford Brown: Find a Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/197978921/arnold_sanford-brown: accessed January 18, 2026), memorial page for Arnold Sanford Brown (30 Jul 1844–14 Apr 1918), Find a Grave Memorial ID 197978921, citing Elm Grove Cemetery, North Kingstown, Washington County, Rhode Island, USA; Maintained by Allison C. (contributor 49694678)., (14 April 1918). Hereinafter cited as Elm Grove Cemetery, North Kingstown, Washington County, Rhode Island, USA.

Herbert F. Brown¹

M, #123427, b. 11 January 1866, d. 20 August 1917

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Parents

Father	Arnold Sanford Brown b. 30 July 1844, d. 14 April 1918
Mother	Esther Slocum b. 29 January 1846, d. 19 October 1932

Relationships	3rd cousin 2 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited	18 January 2026 13:51:10

Birth	Herbert F. Brown was born on 11 January 1866, in Exeter, Rhode IslandG.¹
Death	He died on 20 August 1917.²
Burial	He was buried in Elm Grove Cemetery, North Kingstown, Washington County, Rhode Island, USAG.²

Children with Bertha Grace Potter b. 15 September 1870, d. 15 July 1936

Son	Clarence Earl Brown+ d. 16 September 1934
Daughter	Corinne Esther Brown+
Daughter	Mabel Louisa Brown+ b. 25 July 1893, d. 19 August 1963

Citations

[S1326] Short History of the Slocums, Slocumbs and Slocombs of America, in 2 vols., Charles Elihu Slocum, compiler, (Rutland, Vermont, U.S.A.: Self Published, 1882), page 415. Hereinafter cited as Short History of the Slocums.
[S20466] Find a Grave - Herbert F. Brown, Herbert F. Brown: Find a Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/108364461/herbert_f-brown: accessed January 18, 2026), memorial page for Herbert F. Brown (11 Jan 1866–20 Aug 1917), Find a Grave Memorial ID 108364461, citing Elm Grove Cemetery, North Kingstown, Washington County, Rhode Island, USA; Maintained by Researcher-Joyce (Wilson) Williams (contributor 47314859)., (20 August 1917). Hereinafter cited as Elm Grove Cemetery, North Kingstown, Washington County, Rhode Island, USA.

Ebenezer Slocum^1,2

M, #123428, b. 29 January 1848, d. 20 February 1929

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Parents

Father	Ebenezer Slocum b. 4 July 1802, d. 11 April 1891
Mother	Hannah Nichols Congdon b. 3 November 1806, d. 29 January 1851

Relationships	2nd cousin 3 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited	24 January 2026 16:11:26

Occupation	Ebenezer Slocum was a farmer, miller and grain dealer.¹
Birth	He was born on 29 January 1848, in North Kingstown, Washington County, Rhode IslandG.^3,1
Marriage	He married Katherine Arnold Knowles daughter of Tillinghast Knowles and Katherine Sherman, on 19 June 1870, by Rev. Joseph W. Carpenter, Baptist.¹
Census	Ebenezer Slocum appeared on the census on 7 June 1880 as Head of Household in Exeter, Rhode Island, USAG. Eben Slocum (age 35) was head of the household with his wife Kate Knowles (age 28) and their son Adelbert (age 10 months). Eben was a farmer.⁴
Census	He appeared on the census on 1 June 1900 as Head of Household in Exeter, Rhode Island, USAG. Enumerted in the household with Ebenezer Slocum (age 52) were his wife, Kate Knowles (age 48), their son Adelbert (age 20), his wife Cordelia Barber (age 20) and their daughter Hazel (age 1). Ebenezer was a farmer, Adelbert a farm labourer.²
Informant	He was informant on the death certificate for Sarah Slocum on 31 August 1921 in Coventry, Kent County, Rhode Island, USAG.^5,6
Informant - Death	He was the informant for the Death Registration of Katherine Arnold Knowles, who died on 16 November 1925 in Exeter, Rhode Island, USAG.⁷
Death	He died on 20 February 1929 in Exeter, Rhode Island, USAG. Cause of death was bronchial pneumonia.³
Burial	He was buried in Quidnessett Memorial Cemetery, North Kingstown, Washington County, Rhode IslandG.⁸

Child with Katherine Arnold Knowles b. 2 April 1852, d. 16 November 1925

Son	Adelbert Clifton Mortimer Slocum+ b. 27 July 1879, d. 1949

Citations

[S1326] Short History of the Slocums, Slocumbs and Slocombs of America, in 2 vols., Charles Elihu Slocum, compiler, (Rutland, Vermont, U.S.A.: Self Published, 1882), page 415. Hereinafter cited as Short History of the Slocums.
[S20476] 1900 United States Federal Census, household of Ebenezer Slocum, 19 April 1900, digital copy of original document, Year: 1910; Census Place: North Kingstown, Washington, Rhode Island; Roll: T624_1445; Page: 1a; Enumeration District: 0303; FHL microfilm: 1375458.
[S20492] Rhode Island U.S., Death Registrations and Records, 1852-1946, digital copy of original document Rhode Island Department of State; Rhode Island, USA; Rhode Island Death and Burials at State Institutions (20 February 1929). Hereinafter cited as Rhode Island U.S., Death Registrations and Records, 1852-1946.
[S20494] 1880 United States Federal Census, household of Eben Slocum, 7 June 1880, digital copy of original document. Year: 1880; Census Place: Exeter, Washington, Rhode Island; Roll: 1210; Page: 283b; Enumeration District: 152.
[S20489] Rhode Island U.S., Death Registrations and Records, 1852-1946, digital copy of original document Rhode Island Department of State; Rhode Island, USA; Rhode Island Death and Burials at State Institutions (31 August 1921). Hereinafter cited as Rhode Island U.S., Death Registrations and Records, 1852-1946.
[S20461] Find a Grave - Sarah (Slocum) Weaver, Sarah Weaver: Find a Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/176241102/sarah-weaver: accessed January 18, 2026), memorial page for Sarah Slocum Weaver (1834–31 Aug 1921), Find a Grave Memorial ID 176241102, citing Woodland Cemetery, Coventry, Kent County, Rhode Island, USA; Maintained by Marvin & Samme Templin (contributor 426307)., (31 August 1921). Hereinafter cited as Woodland Cemetery, Coventry, Kent County, Rhode Island, USA.
[S20493] Rhode Island U.S., Death Registrations and Records, 1852-1946, Katherine Arnold Slocum entry. 16 November 1925.Rhode Island Department of State; Rhode Island, USA; Rhode Island Death and Burials at State Institutions. Hereinafter cited as Rhode Island U.S., Death Registrations and Records, 1852-1946.
[S20502] Find a Grave - Adelbert Clifton Mortimer Slocum, Adelbert Clifton Mortimer Slocum: Find a Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/182940271/adelbert_clifton_mortimer-slocum: accessed January 24, 2026), memorial page for Adelbert Clifton Mortimer Slocum (27 Jul 1879–1949), Find a Grave Memorial ID 182940271, citing Quidnessett Memorial Cemetery, North Kingstown, Washington County, Rhode Island, USA; Maintained by Beth Hurd (contributor 48126691)., (1949). Hereinafter cited as Quidnessett Memorial Cemetery, North Kingstown, Washington County, Rhode Island, USA.

Katherine Arnold Knowles^1,2,3

F, #123429, b. 2 April 1852, d. 16 November 1925

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Parents

Father	Tillinghast Knowles
Mother	Katherine Sherman

Last Edited

21 January 2026 16:42:07

Name	Katherine Arnold Knowles was also known as Katherine Knowles.¹
Birth	She was born on 2 April 1852, in South Kingstown, Rhode Island, USAG.^4,1
Marriage	She married Ebenezer Slocum son of Ebenezer Slocum and Hannah Nichols Congdon, on 19 June 1870, by Rev. Joseph W. Carpenter, Baptist.³
Wife	Katherine Arnold Knowles was enumerated on the census on 7 June 1880 in the household of Ebenezer Slocum, as his wife, in Exeter, Rhode Island, USAG. Eben Slocum (age 35) was head of the household with his wife Kate Knowles (age 28) and their son Adelbert (age 10 months). Eben was a farmer.⁵
Wife	She was enumerated on the census on 1 June 1900 in the household of Ebenezer Slocum, as his wife, in Exeter, Rhode Island, USAG. Enumerted in the household with Ebenezer Slocum (age 52) were his wife, Kate Knowles (age 48), their son Adelbert (age 20), his wife Cordelia Barber (age 20) and their daughter Hazel (age 1). Ebenezer was a farmer, Adelbert a farm labourer.⁴
Death	She died on 16 November 1925 in Exeter, Rhode Island, USAG. The informant for her death registration was her husband Eben Slocum.¹
Burial	She was buried in Quidnesset Memorial Cemetery, North Kingstown, Washington County, Rhode IslandG.¹

Child with Ebenezer Slocum b. 29 January 1848, d. 20 February 1929

Son	Adelbert Clifton Mortimer Slocum+ b. 27 July 1879, d. 1949

Citations

[S20493] Rhode Island U.S., Death Registrations and Records, 1852-1946, Katherine Arnold Slocum entry. 16 November 1925.Rhode Island Department of State; Rhode Island, USA; Rhode Island Death and Burials at State Institutions. Hereinafter cited as Rhode Island U.S., Death Registrations and Records, 1852-1946.
[S20492] Rhode Island U.S., Death Registrations and Records, 1852-1946, digital copy of original document Rhode Island Department of State; Rhode Island, USA; Rhode Island Death and Burials at State Institutions (20 February 1929). Hereinafter cited as Rhode Island U.S., Death Registrations and Records, 1852-1946.
[S1326] Short History of the Slocums, Slocumbs and Slocombs of America, in 2 vols., Charles Elihu Slocum, compiler, (Rutland, Vermont, U.S.A.: Self Published, 1882), page 415. Hereinafter cited as Short History of the Slocums.
[S20476] 1900 United States Federal Census, household of Ebenezer Slocum, 19 April 1900, digital copy of original document, Year: 1910; Census Place: North Kingstown, Washington, Rhode Island; Roll: T624_1445; Page: 1a; Enumeration District: 0303; FHL microfilm: 1375458.
[S20494] 1880 United States Federal Census, household of Eben Slocum, 7 June 1880, digital copy of original document. Year: 1880; Census Place: Exeter, Washington, Rhode Island; Roll: 1210; Page: 283b; Enumeration District: 152.

Adelbert Clifton Mortimer Slocum^1,2,3

M, #123430, b. 27 July 1879, d. 1949

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Cemetery marker, Adelbert Slocum (1879-1949) and Cordelia Barber (1879-1960).

Parents

Father	Ebenezer Slocum b. 29 January 1848, d. 20 February 1929
Mother	Katherine Arnold Knowles b. 2 April 1852, d. 16 November 1925

Relationships	3rd cousin 2 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited	24 January 2026 16:09:17

Occupation	Adelbert Clifton Mortimer Slocum was a store keeper.¹
Birth	He was born on 27 July 1879, in Cranston, Rhode IslandG.^2,4,3
Son	He was enumerated on the census on 7 June 1880 in the household of Ebenezer Slocum, as a son, in Exeter, Rhode Island, USAG. Eben Slocum (age 35) was head of the household with his wife Kate Knowles (age 28) and their son Adelbert (age 10 months). Eben was a farmer.⁵
Marriage	Adelbert Clifton Mortimer Slocum married Cordelia E. Barber daughter of Chauncey Barber and Etta M. Whitman, on 22 October 1897, in Exeter, Rhode Island, USAG. They were married by Rev. John H. Edwards, Minister of the Gospel, Baptist Church.¹
Son	Adelbert Clifton Mortimer Slocum was enumerated on the census on 1 June 1900 in the household of Ebenezer Slocum, as a son, in Exeter, Rhode Island, USAG. Enumerted in the household with Ebenezer Slocum (age 52) were his wife, Kate Knowles (age 48), their son Adelbert (age 20), his wife Cordelia Barber (age 20) and their daughter Hazel (age 1). Ebenezer was a farmer, Adelbert a farm labourer.⁶
Census	Adelbert Clifton Mortimer Slocum appeared on the census on 30 April 1910 as Head of Household in Exeter, Washington County, Rhode Island, USAG. Enumerated in the household with Adelbert (age 30) were his wife Cordelia Barber (age 30) and their children, Hazel (age 11) and Walter (age 7). Adelbert was a farmer of his own farm.⁷
Milit-Draft	He was drafted into the U.S. military on 12 September 1918 in East Greenwich, Kent County, Rhode Island, USAG.²
Census	He appeared on the census in 1920 as Head of Household in Exeter, Washington County, Rhode Island, USAG. Enumerated in the household with Adelbert (age 40) were his wife Delia Barber (age 40) and their children, Hazel (age 21) and Walter (age 17). Adelbert was a farmer of his own farm.⁸
Census	He appeared on the census on 11 April 1930 as Head of Household in Exeter, Washington County, Rhode Island, USAG. Enumerated in the household with Adelbert (age 50) were his wife Cordelia Barber (age 50). Adelbert was a farmer of his own farm.⁹
Census	He was head of the household in the census on 23 April 1940 in Exeter, Washington County, Rhode Island, USAG. Enumerated in the household with Adelbert (age 60) were his wife Cordelia Barber (age 60). Adelbert was a poultry farmer of his own farm.¹⁰
Milit-Draft	He was drafted into the U.S. military in 1942. Adelbert's occupation was recorded as "self farmer & poultry man". Adelbert's occupation was recorded as "self farmer & poultry man."⁴
Residence	He resided in Exeter Hollow, Exeter, Rhode Island, USAG, in 1942.⁴
Death	He died in 1949.¹¹
Burial	He was buried in Quidnessett Memorial Cemetery, North Kingstown, Washington County, Rhode IslandG. Adelbert and Cordelia are buried next to their two children.¹¹

Children with Cordelia E. Barber b. About 1879, d. 1960

Daughter	Hazel C. Slocum b. November 1898, d. 1953
Son	Walter Clayton Slocum b. 11 June 1902, d. 1973

Citations

[S20491] Rhode Island, U.S., Marriage Registrations 1853 -1922, Adelbert C M Slocum & Cordelia E Barber, , 22 October 1897. Marriage Place: Exeter, Rhode Island, USA, Rhode Island State Digital Archives; Rhode Island; Marriage Registrations 1897.
[S20500] Adelbert Clifton Mortimer Slocum, U.S., World War I Draft Registration Cards, 1917-1918, Registration State: Rhode Island; Registration County: Providence . Hereinafter cited as U.S., World War I Draft Registration Cards, 1917-1918.
[S1326] Short History of the Slocums, Slocumbs and Slocombs of America, in 2 vols., Charles Elihu Slocum, compiler, (Rutland, Vermont, U.S.A.: Self Published, 1882), page 415. Hereinafter cited as Short History of the Slocums.
[S20501] Adelbert Clifton Mortimer Slocum, U.S., World War II Draft Registration Cards, 1942, National Archives at St. Louis; St Louis, MO, USA; World War II Draft Cards (Fourth Registration) For the State of Rhode Island; Record Group Title: Records of the Selective Service System; Record Group Number: 147; Series Number: M1964 . Hereinafter cited as U.S., World War II Draft Registration Cards, 1942.
[S20494] 1880 United States Federal Census, household of Eben Slocum, 7 June 1880, digital copy of original document. Year: 1880; Census Place: Exeter, Washington, Rhode Island; Roll: 1210; Page: 283b; Enumeration District: 152.
[S20476] 1900 United States Federal Census, household of Ebenezer Slocum, 19 April 1900, digital copy of original document, Year: 1910; Census Place: North Kingstown, Washington, Rhode Island; Roll: T624_1445; Page: 1a; Enumeration District: 0303; FHL microfilm: 1375458.
[S20495] 1910 United States Federal Census, Exeter, Washington, Rhode Island, USA, household of Adelbert O. M. Slocum, 30 April 1910, digital copy of original census page, Roll T624_1445, Page 6b. Enumeration District 0300.
[S20496] 1920 United States Federal Census, Exeter, Washington, Rhode Island, household of Adelbert C M Slocum, 1920, digital copy of original census page, Roll T625_1681, Page 2B. Enumeration District 348.
[S20497] 1930 United States Federal Census, Exeter, Washington, Rhode Island, USA, household of Adelbert C Slocum, 1930, digital copy of original census page, FHL Roll 2341915, Page 4A. Enumeration District 0002.
[S20498] 1940 United States Federal Census, Exeter, Washington, Rhode Island, household of Adelbert C M Slocum, 23 April 1940, digital copy of original census page, Roll m-t0627-03772, Page 4B. Enumeration District 5-4.
[S20502] Find a Grave - Adelbert Clifton Mortimer Slocum, Adelbert Clifton Mortimer Slocum: Find a Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/182940271/adelbert_clifton_mortimer-slocum: accessed January 24, 2026), memorial page for Adelbert Clifton Mortimer Slocum (27 Jul 1879–1949), Find a Grave Memorial ID 182940271, citing Quidnessett Memorial Cemetery, North Kingstown, Washington County, Rhode Island, USA; Maintained by Beth Hurd (contributor 48126691)., (1949). Hereinafter cited as Quidnessett Memorial Cemetery, North Kingstown, Washington County, Rhode Island, USA.

Phebe Ann Slocum

F, #123431, b. 15 October 1856

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Parents

Father	Ebenezer Slocum b. 4 July 1802, d. 11 April 1891
Mother	Lucy Palmer b. About 1814

Relationships	2nd cousin 3 times removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited	19 January 2026 18:13:38

Birth	Phebe Ann Slocum was born on 15 October 1856, in North Kingstown, Washington County, Rhode IslandG.^1,2
Marriage	She married George Franklin Manchester son of Charles L. Manchester and Comfort Lake, on 4 May 1892, in Exeter, Rhode Island, USAG.²
Wife	Phebe Ann Slocum was enumerated on the census on 1 June 1900 in the household of George Franklin Manchester, as his wife, in Exeter, Washington County, Rhode IslandG. Enumerated in the household with George Franklin (age 53) were his wife Phebe Slocum (age 42), their son Arthur (age 3) and George's sister-in-law, Hannah (Slocum) Tibbetts (age 60). They lived next to Phebe's half-brother, Ebenezer Slocum, his wife Kate Knowles and family members.³
Wife	She was enumerated on the census on 21 April 1910 in the household of George Franklin Manchester, as his wife, in North Kingstown, Washington County, Rhode IslandG. Enumerated in the household with George Franklin (age 64) were his wife Phebe Slocum (age 54), their son Arthur (age 14) and George's sister-in-law, Anna (Slocum) Tibbetts (age 70). George was a watchman for an oyster bed company.⁴
Census	She appeared on the census on 22 April 1930 as Head of Household in North Kingstown, Washington County, Rhode IslandG. Enumerated in the household with Phebe (Slocum) Manchester (age 73) were her son Arthur (age 34), now divorced, and his son Donald (age 9). Arthur was a salesman for an oil company.⁵

Child with George Franklin Manchester b. About 1847

Son	Arthur Lake Manchester b. 3 July 1896, d. 1 January 1941

Citations

[S1326] Short History of the Slocums, Slocumbs and Slocombs of America, in 2 vols., Charles Elihu Slocum, compiler, (Rutland, Vermont, U.S.A.: Self Published, 1882), page 415. Hereinafter cited as Short History of the Slocums.
[S20472] Rhode Island, U.S., Marriage Registrations 1853 -1922, George Franklin Manchester & Phebe Ann Slocum, , 4 May 1892. {fast}Rhode Island, U.S., Marriage Registrations 1853 -1922{TAB*2}digital copy of original document {TAB}Phebe Ann Slacum & George Franklin Manchester {TAB}Marriage Date: 4 May 1892 {TAB}Marriage Place: Exeter, Rhode Island, USA, Rhode Island State Digital Archives; Rhode Island; Marriage Registrations 1892.
[S20473] 1900 United States Federal Census, household of George F. Manchester, 1 June 1900, digital copy of original document, Year: 1900; Census Place: Exeter, Washington, Rhode Island; Roll: 1513; Page: 1; Enumeration District: 0232. Exeter, Washington County, Rhode Island.
[S20474] 1910 United States Federal Census, North Kingstown, Washington, Rhode Island, USA, household of Geo. F. Manchester, 21 April 1910, digital copy of original census page, Roll T624_1445, Page 1a. Enumeration District 0303.
[S20480] 1930 United States Federal Census, household of Phebe (Slocum) Manchester, 22 April 1930, digital copy of original document, Year: 1930; Census Place: North Kingstown, Washington, Rhode Island; Page: 14B; Enumeration District: 0008; FHL microfilm: 2341916.

Bertha Grace Potter¹

F, #123432, b. 15 September 1870, d. 15 July 1936

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Last Edited

18 January 2026 13:53:10

Birth	Bertha Grace Potter was born on 15 September 1870, in Narragansett, Washington County, Rhode IslandG.²
Death	She died on 15 July 1936 in Providence, Providence County, Rhode IslandG.²
Burial	She was buried in Elm Grove Cemetery, North Kingstown, Washington County, Rhode Island, USAG.²

Children with Herbert F. Brown b. 11 January 1866, d. 20 August 1917

Son	Clarence Earl Brown+ d. 16 September 1934
Daughter	Corinne Esther Brown+
Daughter	Mabel Louisa Brown+ b. 25 July 1893, d. 19 August 1963

Citations

[S20466] Find a Grave - Herbert F. Brown, Herbert F. Brown: Find a Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/108364461/herbert_f-brown: accessed January 18, 2026), memorial page for Herbert F. Brown (11 Jan 1866–20 Aug 1917), Find a Grave Memorial ID 108364461, citing Elm Grove Cemetery, North Kingstown, Washington County, Rhode Island, USA; Maintained by Researcher-Joyce (Wilson) Williams (contributor 47314859)., (20 August 1917). Hereinafter cited as Elm Grove Cemetery, North Kingstown, Washington County, Rhode Island, USA.
[S20467] Find a Grave - Bertha Grace (Potter) Brown, Bertha Grace Brown: Find a Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/108364502/bertha_grace-brown: accessed January 18, 2026), memorial page for Bertha Grace Potter Brown (15 Sep 1870–15 Jul 1936), Find a Grave Memorial ID 108364502, citing Elm Grove Cemetery, North Kingstown, Washington County, Rhode Island, USA; Maintained by Researcher-Joyce (Wilson) Williams (contributor 47314859)., (15 July 1936). Hereinafter cited as Elm Grove Cemetery, North Kingstown, Washington County, Rhode Island, USA.

Mabel Louisa Brown¹

F, #123433, b. 25 July 1893, d. 19 August 1963

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Parents

Father	Herbert F. Brown b. 11 January 1866, d. 20 August 1917
Mother	Bertha Grace Potter b. 15 September 1870, d. 15 July 1936

Relationships	4th cousin 1 time removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited	18 January 2026 15:42:46

Birth	Mabel Louisa Brown was born on 25 July 1893, in Exeter, Rhode IslandG.^2,3
Marriage	She married Frank Henry Fanning son of Thomas Fanning and Jennie Bradley, on 14 October 1913, in Exeter, Rhode IslandG.^3,4
Wife	Mabel Louisa Brown was enumerated on the census on 11 April 1930 in the household of Frank Henry Fanning, as his wife, in Exeter, Washington County, Rhode IslandG. Enumerated in the household with Francis (age 45) were his wife Mabel Brown (age 36), their children, Herbert (age 15), Howard (age 12), Russell (age 4) and Ruth (age 4). Francis was a truck driver.⁵
Death	She died on 19 August 1963 in North Kingstown, Washington County, Rhode IslandG.^2,4
Burial	She was buried in Elm Grove Cemetery, North Kingstown, Washington County, Rhode Island, USAG.²

Children with Frank Henry Fanning b. About 1887

Son	Herbert Francis Fanning b. 14 September 1914
Daughter	Esther Fanning b. 6 March 1916, d. 17 March 1916
Son	Russell Fanning b. 15 May 1925
Daughter	Ruth Fanning b. 15 May 1925

Citations

[S20467] Find a Grave - Bertha Grace (Potter) Brown, Bertha Grace Brown: Find a Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/108364502/bertha_grace-brown: accessed January 18, 2026), memorial page for Bertha Grace Potter Brown (15 Sep 1870–15 Jul 1936), Find a Grave Memorial ID 108364502, citing Elm Grove Cemetery, North Kingstown, Washington County, Rhode Island, USA; Maintained by Researcher-Joyce (Wilson) Williams (contributor 47314859)., (15 July 1936). Hereinafter cited as Elm Grove Cemetery, North Kingstown, Washington County, Rhode Island, USA.
[S20468] Find a Grave - Mabel Louisa (Brown) Fanning, Mabel Louisa Fanning: Find a Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/198143236/mabel_louisa-fanning: accessed January 18, 2026), memorial page for Mabel Louisa Brown Fanning (25 Jul 1893–19 Aug 1963), Find a Grave Memorial ID 198143236, citing Elm Grove Cemetery, North Kingstown, Washington County, Rhode Island, USA; Maintained by Allison C. (contributor 49694678)., (19 August 1963). Hereinafter cited as Elm Grove Cemetery, North Kingstown, Washington County, Rhode Island, USA.
[S20469] Rhode Island, U.S., Marriage Registrations 1853 -1922, Frank Henry Fanning and Mabel Louise Brown, , 14 October 1913. Rhode Island State Digital Archives; Rhode Island; Marriage Registrations 1913.
[S20471] "The Oatley Family in America and Their Descendants", by Harry J. Oatley. Hereinafter cited as "The Oatley Family in America and Their Descendants".
[S20470] 1930 United States Federal Census, Exeter, Washington, Rhode Island, USA, household of Francis Fanning, 11 April 1930, digital copy of original census page, FHL Roll 2341915, Page 3B. Enumeration District 0002.

Clarence Earl Brown^1,2

M, #123434, d. 16 September 1934

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Parents

Father	Herbert F. Brown b. 11 January 1866, d. 20 August 1917
Mother	Bertha Grace Potter b. 15 September 1870, d. 15 July 1936

Relationships	4th cousin 1 time removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited	18 January 2026 16:02:03

Birth	Clarence Earl Brown was born, in Exeter, Rhode IslandG.³
Marriage	He married Marjorie Pierce.²
Death	He died on 16 September 1934 in New York City, New York, USAG.³

Child with Marjorie Pierce b. 26 December 1902

Daughter

Patricia Brown b. 10 March 1923

Citations

[S20467] Find a Grave - Bertha Grace (Potter) Brown, Bertha Grace Brown: Find a Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/108364502/bertha_grace-brown: accessed January 18, 2026), memorial page for Bertha Grace Potter Brown (15 Sep 1870–15 Jul 1936), Find a Grave Memorial ID 108364502, citing Elm Grove Cemetery, North Kingstown, Washington County, Rhode Island, USA; Maintained by Researcher-Joyce (Wilson) Williams (contributor 47314859)., (15 July 1936). Hereinafter cited as Elm Grove Cemetery, North Kingstown, Washington County, Rhode Island, USA.
[S20471] "The Oatley Family in America and Their Descendants", by Harry J. Oatley. Hereinafter cited as "The Oatley Family in America and Their Descendants".
[S20471] "The Oatley Family in America and Their Descendants", by Harry J. Oatley: Page 181. Hereinafter cited as "The Oatley Family in America and Their Descendants".

Corinne Esther Brown^1,2

F, #123435

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Parents

Father	Herbert F. Brown b. 11 January 1866, d. 20 August 1917
Mother	Bertha Grace Potter b. 15 September 1870, d. 15 July 1936

Relationships	4th cousin 1 time removed of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited	18 January 2026 15:50:55

Birth	Corinne Esther Brown was born, in Exeter, Rhode IslandG.²
Marriage	She married William Harry Joslin son of William E. Joslin and Theresa Brown, on 10 August 1925.²

Child with William Harry Joslin b. 7 November 1875, d. 2 May 1933

Son	William Harry Joslin, Jr. b. 30 April 1926

Citations

[S20467] Find a Grave - Bertha Grace (Potter) Brown, Bertha Grace Brown: Find a Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/108364502/bertha_grace-brown: accessed January 18, 2026), memorial page for Bertha Grace Potter Brown (15 Sep 1870–15 Jul 1936), Find a Grave Memorial ID 108364502, citing Elm Grove Cemetery, North Kingstown, Washington County, Rhode Island, USA; Maintained by Researcher-Joyce (Wilson) Williams (contributor 47314859)., (15 July 1936). Hereinafter cited as Elm Grove Cemetery, North Kingstown, Washington County, Rhode Island, USA.
[S20471] "The Oatley Family in America and Their Descendants", by Harry J. Oatley. Hereinafter cited as "The Oatley Family in America and Their Descendants".

Frank Henry Fanning¹

M, #123436, b. About 1887

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Parents

Father	Thomas Fanning
Mother	Jennie Bradley

Last Edited

18 January 2026 15:39:11

Birth	Frank Henry Fanning was born About 1887, in Pawtucket, Providence County, Rhode Island, USAG.^1,2
Marriage	He married Mabel Louisa Brown daughter of Herbert F. Brown and Bertha Grace Potter, on 14 October 1913, in Exeter, Rhode IslandG.^1,2
Census	Frank Henry Fanning appeared on the census on 11 April 1930 as Head of Household in Exeter, Washington County, Rhode IslandG. Enumerated in the household with Francis (age 45) were his wife Mabel Brown (age 36), their children, Herbert (age 15), Howard (age 12), Russell (age 4) and Ruth (age 4). Francis was a truck driver.³

Children with Mabel Louisa Brown b. 25 July 1893, d. 19 August 1963

Son	Herbert Francis Fanning b. 14 September 1914
Daughter	Esther Fanning b. 6 March 1916, d. 17 March 1916
Son	Russell Fanning b. 15 May 1925
Daughter	Ruth Fanning b. 15 May 1925

Citations

[S20469] Rhode Island, U.S., Marriage Registrations 1853 -1922, Frank Henry Fanning and Mabel Louise Brown, , 14 October 1913. Rhode Island State Digital Archives; Rhode Island; Marriage Registrations 1913.
[S20471] "The Oatley Family in America and Their Descendants", by Harry J. Oatley. Hereinafter cited as "The Oatley Family in America and Their Descendants".
[S20470] 1930 United States Federal Census, Exeter, Washington, Rhode Island, USA, household of Francis Fanning, 11 April 1930, digital copy of original census page, FHL Roll 2341915, Page 3B. Enumeration District 0002.

Thomas Fanning^1,2

M, #123437

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Last Edited

18 January 2026 15:41:55

Marriage

Thomas Fanning married Jennie Bradley.¹

Child with Jennie Bradley

Son	Frank Henry Fanning+ b. About 1887

Citations

[S20469] Rhode Island, U.S., Marriage Registrations 1853 -1922, Frank Henry Fanning and Mabel Louise Brown, , 14 October 1913. Rhode Island State Digital Archives; Rhode Island; Marriage Registrations 1913.
[S20471] "The Oatley Family in America and Their Descendants", by Harry J. Oatley. Hereinafter cited as "The Oatley Family in America and Their Descendants".

Jennie Bradley^1,2

F, #123438

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18 January 2026 15:41:51

Marriage

Jennie Bradley married Thomas Fanning.¹

Child with Thomas Fanning

Son	Frank Henry Fanning+ b. About 1887

Citations

[S20469] Rhode Island, U.S., Marriage Registrations 1853 -1922, Frank Henry Fanning and Mabel Louise Brown, , 14 October 1913. Rhode Island State Digital Archives; Rhode Island; Marriage Registrations 1913.
[S20471] "The Oatley Family in America and Their Descendants", by Harry J. Oatley. Hereinafter cited as "The Oatley Family in America and Their Descendants".

Herbert Francis Fanning^1,2

M, #123439, b. 14 September 1914

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Parents

Father	Frank Henry Fanning b. About 1887
Mother	Mabel Louisa Brown b. 25 July 1893, d. 19 August 1963

Relationships	5th cousin of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited	18 January 2026 16:07:49

Birth	Herbert Francis Fanning was born on 14 September 1914, in Exeter, Rhode Island, USAG.^1,2
Son	He was enumerated on the census on 11 April 1930 in the household of Frank Henry Fanning, as a son, in Exeter, Washington County, Rhode IslandG. Enumerated in the household with Francis (age 45) were his wife Mabel Brown (age 36), their children, Herbert (age 15), Howard (age 12), Russell (age 4) and Ruth (age 4). Francis was a truck driver.¹

Citations

[S20470] 1930 United States Federal Census, Exeter, Washington, Rhode Island, USA, household of Francis Fanning, 11 April 1930, digital copy of original census page, FHL Roll 2341915, Page 3B. Enumeration District 0002.
[S20471] "The Oatley Family in America and Their Descendants", by Harry J. Oatley. Hereinafter cited as "The Oatley Family in America and Their Descendants".

Russell Fanning¹

M, #123440, b. 15 May 1925

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Parents

Father	Frank Henry Fanning b. About 1887
Mother	Mabel Louisa Brown b. 25 July 1893, d. 19 August 1963

Relationships	5th cousin of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited	18 January 2026 15:45:25

Birth	Russell Fanning was born on 15 May 1925, in Rhode Island, USAG.^1,2
Son	He was enumerated on the census on 11 April 1930 in the household of Frank Henry Fanning, as a son, in Exeter, Washington County, Rhode IslandG. Enumerated in the household with Francis (age 45) were his wife Mabel Brown (age 36), their children, Herbert (age 15), Howard (age 12), Russell (age 4) and Ruth (age 4). Francis was a truck driver.¹

Citations

[S20470] 1930 United States Federal Census, Exeter, Washington, Rhode Island, USA, household of Francis Fanning, 11 April 1930, digital copy of original census page, FHL Roll 2341915, Page 3B. Enumeration District 0002.
[S20471] "The Oatley Family in America and Their Descendants", by Harry J. Oatley. Hereinafter cited as "The Oatley Family in America and Their Descendants".

Ruth Fanning¹

F, #123442, b. 15 May 1925

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Parents

Father	Frank Henry Fanning b. About 1887
Mother	Mabel Louisa Brown b. 25 July 1893, d. 19 August 1963

Relationships	5th cousin of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited	18 January 2026 15:45:42

Birth	Ruth Fanning was born on 15 May 1925.^1,2
Daughter	She was enumerated on the census on 11 April 1930 in the household of Frank Henry Fanning, as a daughter, in Exeter, Washington County, Rhode IslandG. Enumerated in the household with Francis (age 45) were his wife Mabel Brown (age 36), their children, Herbert (age 15), Howard (age 12), Russell (age 4) and Ruth (age 4). Francis was a truck driver.¹

Citations

[S20470] 1930 United States Federal Census, Exeter, Washington, Rhode Island, USA, household of Francis Fanning, 11 April 1930, digital copy of original census page, FHL Roll 2341915, Page 3B. Enumeration District 0002.
[S20471] "The Oatley Family in America and Their Descendants", by Harry J. Oatley. Hereinafter cited as "The Oatley Family in America and Their Descendants".

Esther Fanning¹

F, #123443, b. 6 March 1916, d. 17 March 1916

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Parents

Father	Frank Henry Fanning b. About 1887
Mother	Mabel Louisa Brown b. 25 July 1893, d. 19 August 1963

Relationships	5th cousin of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited	18 January 2026 15:44:17

Birth	Esther Fanning was born on 6 March 1916.¹
Death	She died on 17 March 1916.¹

Citations

[S20471] "The Oatley Family in America and Their Descendants", by Harry J. Oatley. Hereinafter cited as "The Oatley Family in America and Their Descendants".

William Harry Joslin¹

M, #123444, b. 7 November 1875, d. 2 May 1933

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Parents

Father	William E. Joslin
Mother	Theresa Brown

Last Edited

18 January 2026 15:52:21

Birth	William Harry Joslin was born on 7 November 1875, in Scituate, Rhode IslandG.¹
Marriage	He married Corinne Esther Brown daughter of Herbert F. Brown and Bertha Grace Potter, on 10 August 1925.¹
Death	William Harry Joslin died on 2 May 1933.¹

Child with Corinne Esther Brown

Son	William Harry Joslin, Jr. b. 30 April 1926

Citations

[S20471] "The Oatley Family in America and Their Descendants", by Harry J. Oatley. Hereinafter cited as "The Oatley Family in America and Their Descendants".

William E. Joslin¹

M, #123445

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Last Edited

18 January 2026 15:53:15

Note

.¹

Child with Theresa Brown

Son	William Harry Joslin+ b. 7 November 1875, d. 2 May 1933

Citations

[S20471] "The Oatley Family in America and Their Descendants", by Harry J. Oatley. Hereinafter cited as "The Oatley Family in America and Their Descendants".

Theresa Brown¹

F, #123446

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Last Edited

18 January 2026 15:52:42

Child with William E. Joslin

Son	William Harry Joslin+ b. 7 November 1875, d. 2 May 1933

Citations

[S20471] "The Oatley Family in America and Their Descendants", by Harry J. Oatley. Hereinafter cited as "The Oatley Family in America and Their Descendants".

William Harry Joslin, Jr.¹

M, #123447, b. 30 April 1926

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Parents

Father	William Harry Joslin b. 7 November 1875, d. 2 May 1933
Mother	Corinne Esther Brown

Relationships	5th cousin of David Arthur Walker
Last Edited	18 January 2026 15:54:01

Birth

William Harry Joslin, Jr., was born on 30 April 1926.¹

Citations

[S20471] "The Oatley Family in America and Their Descendants", by Harry J. Oatley. Hereinafter cited as "The Oatley Family in America and Their Descendants".