Dover – New Hampshire Genealogy

John Webster Family in New Hampshire

This genealogy of the John Webster family, compiled in the early 1900s, traces descendants from John Webster, who emigrated from England to Massachusetts in 1635. The family tree identifies several generations, detailing their lives and contributions in New Hampshire. Notable descendants include college graduates and prominent local figures. Key individuals include Stephen Webster, who lived in Haverhill; Nathan Webster, involved in Chester’s early governance; and Captain Phineas Webster, a War of 1812 veteran.

Henry Beck (c1617-c1694)

Early Map of Piscataqua Harbour and River

Henry Beck, born around 1617, was one of the earliest English settlers in New England, arriving in 1635. He settled in Dover and played a key role in local governance, signing the Dover Combination in 1640. Beck later moved to Portsmouth, where he accumulated land and participated in civic duties, reflecting a stable and modest life. He married Ann around 1640, and their children continued the family legacy in the area. Beck’s life exemplified the experiences of early New England planters, marked by steady contributions to community building and land cultivation. He passed away by 1694, leaving a lasting impact on the Piscataqua region.

Genealogy of Ensign John Davis of Oyster River New Hampshire

Ensign John Davis of Oyster River New Hampshire was born about 1623 in Marlborough. He married, 10 Dec. 1646, Jane, daughter of the Rev. Joseph and Mary (Johnson) Peasley of Haverhill, where he owned land in 1642. In 1650 he was on a committee to lay out a boundary between Haverhill and Salisbury. About 1653 he removed to Oyster River, where he built his garrison house, near Davis Creek, on the north side of the river and near its mouth, on land bought of Valentine Hill, 14 Aug. 1654. He had numerous and large grants of land, was selectman seven times, constable, surveyor of lands, and held other offices. He is called ensign as early as 1662. He died between 1 April 1685 and 25 May 1686, the dates on which his will was made and approved.

Genealogy of the Dam or Dame Family of Durham New Hampshire

A genealogy of the Dam or Dame family of Durham New Hampshire as extracted from the History of Durham New Hampshire and other sources.

Genealogy of the Cromwell Family of Durham New Hampshire

A genealogy of the Cromwell family of Durham New Hampshire as extracted from the History of Durham New Hampshire and other sources. First Generation 1 Family of Philip Cromwell of Oyster River, New Hampshire Philip Cromwell, born 1612, aged 74 in 1686 as per deposition, was taxed at Cochecho 1657-58. He was juryman in 1662, selectman in 1670. He owned land on Dover Neck that formerly belonged to William Storer, where he was living in 1674 when he was complained of for taking in the highway and trespassing the common. He bought land at Sandy Point, in Great Bay, of … Read more

Genealogy of the Crommett Family of Durham New Hampshire

A genealogy of the Crommett family of Durham New Hampshire as extracted from the History of Durham New Hampshire and other sources. First Generation 1 Family of Philip Crommett of Lee and Dover New Hampshire Philip Crommett (called also Cromet, Crummett, Cromele, Cromel, Cromwell, etc.) was taxed in company with Davey Daniel, 1662-67. He bought land of Hugh Dunn, at Sandy Bank, above Hook Island Falls, in Lee. He was licensed to keep a ferry at Lampril River in 1671. In 1673 he had a grant of six acres adjoining his land at Lampril River. Philip Crommet and wife, Margaret, … Read more

Marriages By Rev. Joseph Haven, 1776-1785

South Main Street, Rochester, New Hampshire

Rev. Joseph Haven was the third minister of the First Congregational Church in Rochester New Hampshire. He was elected to his position after the death of Rev, Samuel Hill in 1776. These marriage records were kept from his initial election for 10 years, or 1785. The First Congregational Church moved it’s location during the tenure of Rev, Haven, relocating and improving their existing building at Haven Hill to the Rochester Common, the new center of activity. Marriages By Rev. Joseph Haven 1776 Febr 29th Robert Walker with Dorothy Leaghton, both of RochesterMarch 7th Joseph Tucker with Abigail Heard both of … Read more

Genealogy of the Chesley Family of Durham New Hampshire

Garrison House of Capt. Jonathan Chesley, Built in 1716

7 generational genealogy of the Chesley family of Durham New Hampshire as extracted from the History of Durham New Hampshire and other sources.

Genealogy of the Buzzell Family of Durham New Hampshire

A genealogy of the Buzzell family of Durham New Hampshire as extracted from the History of Durham New Hampshire and other sources. First Generation 1 Family of John Buzzell of Oyster River New Hampshire John Buzzell (Samuel2, Isaac1 of Salisbury, Mass.), born 7 Aug. 1659, had a grant of forty acres, 19 March 1693/4, laid out to him 13 June 1694, on the south side of the mast path that goes from John Knights to Newtowne. He was baptized at Oyster River, New Hampshire 1 April 1722. His will, 24 Nov. 1737-28 Feb. 1738/9, names wife, Sarah, and children as … Read more

Genealogy of the Burnham Family of Durham New Hampshire

A genealogy of the Burnham family of Durham New Hampshire as extracted from the History of Durham New Hampshire and other sources.