On 16 June 1823, George Taylor, Fontaine Wood, and Richard Dunn were bound in the penalty of $2,000 for George Taylor’s administration of the estate of William Dunn (D). [Essex County, Virginia, Will Book 19, page 385.]

The estate of William Dunn, deceased, in account with George Taylor, administrator, from 1823 to 1825 was ordered recorded on 16 May 1825. The account was settled by Laurence Muse, commissioner, stating “The within account is settled and stated pursuant to the annexed order of Court and balance appears to be due the Estate of William Dunn decd (after a particular examination of all the Vouchers and sales) of three hundred and seven dollars, and to carry interest from the 1st day of January 1825 till paid — In estimating the Board &c of three children from April to December, the Commissioner was govered in some degree by the board of children about their age in that neighbourhod, which was certified by Josiah Minter.” [Essex County, Virginia, Will Book 20, pages 166–168.]

On 8 April 1824, George Taylor purchased at the estate sale of Richard Coghill three saucers, a butter boat, a goblet, and three small dishes. [Essex County, Virginia, Will Book 20, pages 318–322.]

On 1 May 1824, George Taylor purchased at the estate sale of Richard Coghill three chest locks, a 3-1/2 point blanket, a common candle stick, “7/12 doz hand saw files”, and a 6-1/2 foot cut saw. [Essex County, Virginia, Will Book 20, pages 322–333.]

On 7 August 1824, Samuel Brooks and Mary his wife sold to George Taylor. For $102.67 lawful money of Virginia, a parcel of land in the parish of Southfarnham and County of Essex containing by a late survey 51-1/2 acres be the same more or less, Beginning at a white oak on the Road side near Howertons meeting house and corner to Brooking Jeffries, bordering Chaney Brizendine, Mary Williamson, it being the same land conveyed by Peter B Davis to the said Samuel Brooks. Signed Samuel his x mark Brooks, Mary her x mark Brooks. Mary Brooks acknoweldges to Austin Brockenbrough and Laurence Muse, Justices of the peace, the same to be her act. On 13 August 1824 ordered recorded. [Essex County, Virginia, Deed Book 41, pages 231–232.]

On 25 March 1825, George Taylor and Peggy his wife sold to Richard D Dunn, all of the County of Essex. For $91.68, a parcel of land in the County of Essex containing by late survey fifty one & half acres be the same more or less, bounded by Brookin Jeffries, John C: WmSon, Chaney Brizendine Molly Davis and Henry C Howerton, it being a parcel of land the said Taylor purchased of Samuel Brookes. Signed George Taylor, Peggy D Taylor. No witnesses. James Semple and Peter Trible, justices of the peace, certify that Peggy Taylor acknowledged the same to be her act. On 22 November 1825 ordered recorded. [Essex County, Virginia, Deed Book 41, pages 446–447.]

On 19 December 1825, sales of the estate of Sarah Hail, deceased, were made on six months credit. George Taylor purchased one fat pot for 41 cents, and one pair of blankets for $3. [Essex County, Virginia, Will Book 20, page 357.]

On 19 November 1827, the Grand Jury presented “Geo. Taylor and John Rogers for fighting and making an affray at the house of the said Rogers in this county within six months last past, upon the evidence of James Croxton, George Crow and Thomas F. Armstrong…” [Essex County, Virginia, Loose Paper, Library of Virginia.]

An account of work by George Taylor for Thomas Pilcher for the year 1827 mentions:
To 10 days work per Cuprd a 3/- per day $5.00
To Building Kitchens
To putting on 3 locks 1/6 each
To making 4 dressing tables a 6/- each
To making wheelbrrows [sic]
To hanging bell frame
Dated 4 February 1832.
There are other similar accounts for different years in the same folder. [Essex County, Virginia, Box Chancery No. 49, item 49-L-36.]

In 1827, orator Austrin Brockenbrough, sheriff of Essex County and Committee of the estate of William Dunn D, deceased, complained to the County Court of Essex in Chancery sitting. That William Dunn departed this life intestate, and administration of his estate was granted to George Taylor, with Richard Dunn and Fontaine Wood his securities. Taylor was directed under an order of the court, made at the instance of Fontaine Wood, to execute a new bond for his administration, but failed to comply with the requisition of the said order, whereupon his administration was revoked by the court. Administration was granted to George W. Lee, the then sheriff of Essex, now deceased, and subsequently the administration of the estate was committed to the hands of your orator. When Taylor’s accounts were settled on 16 May 1825, they showed a balance of $307 with interest due to the estate. That George Taylor, Fontaine Wood and Richard Dunn maybe made defendants hereto. [Essex County, Virginia, Chancery Causes, Committee of William Dunn (D) v George Taylor et als, 1827-013.]

On 13 February 1828, Henry H Boughan and Julia his wife sold to George Taylor. For $992.25 lawful money of Virginia, a parcel of land in the parish of Southfarnham and Essex County, containing by recent survey one hundred and eighty nine acres be the same more or less and bounded by Susan Jones, William S. Croxton, and Carter Lumpkin, it being a part of the tract of land which was allotted to the said H: H: Boughan upon the division of the lands of Thomas Wood Senr. decd. Signed Henry H Boughan, Julia Boughan. No witnesses. Julia Boughan acknowledges the same to be her act. Ordered recorded on 17 March 1828. [Essex County, Virginia, Deed Book 42, pages 428–429.]

On 2 March 1828, the estate account of Susanna Gordon states that $4.50 was “paid George Taylor for making decdts coffin”. [Essex County, Virginia, Will Book 23, pages 44–45.]

On 20 October 1828, an indenture was entered into between Vincent Taylor of the first part, Josiah Minter of the second part, and George Taylor of the third part. Whereas Vincent Taylor is justly indebted to George Taylor $200 by account with interest and wishes to secure payment of said money. Vincent Taylor for $1 paid to him, sells to Josiah Minter the following property: one desk, three bed and furniture, seven chairs, two chests, one Trunk, one loom, one Spining wheel, one pair cards, one Table, one gun, two pots, one Spider and Candlestand, two Jugs, two Fat pots, three dishes, six plates, Six Cups & Saucers, Six spoons, One Coffee pot, Six Knives & forks, one Bowl and Pitcher, one Tin pan, one Tin bucket, one Case and three Bottles, two Water Tables, one nogging, one Safe, one Shovel, one sad Iron, one axe, and one hoe. Should Vincent Taylor on or before 1 January 1829 pay off and discharge the debt and interest, then this indenture to be void, but should he fail to pay it off, then Josiah Minter is to proceed to sell the said property to the highest bidder for ready money. Signed Vincent Taylor, George Taylor. (Space for Josiah Minter’s signature is blank.) No witnesses. On 21 October 1828, acknowledged by Vincent Taylor and George Taylor in the court office. Margin note, signed by George Taylor (original signature), says “1829 April 24th Recd the original Deed of Trust recorded opposite”. [Essex County, Virginia, Deed Book 42, pages 528–529.]

On 16 February 1829, George Taylor purchased a trunk at the estate sale of James H. Cole for 76 cents. [Essex County, Virginia, Will Book 21, page 347.]

George Taylor in account with Thomas Pilcher for the year 1829 mentions “bourd” for several months (i.e., 2 months bourd, etc.). Also mentions Brandy, whiskey, punch, horse feed, dinner, gin and grog. [Essex County, Virginia, Box Chancery No. 49, item 49-L-46.]

On 19 May 1829, Samuel Williamson, Washington H Purkins, George Gordon and George Taylor were bound in the penalty of $600 for Samuel Williamson’s execution of the estate of Abraham Williamson. [Essex County, Virginia, Will Book 21, page 376.]

On 19 July 1830, Daniel Hundley, Geo: Taylor and Isaac Cauthorn were bound in the penalty of $500 for Daniel Hundley’s administration of the estate of John Hundley, deceased. [Essex County, Virginia, Will Book 22, page 124.]

On 4 December 1830, George Taylor was paid $6.50 by the estate of Josiah Minter for a coffin. [Essex County, Virginia, Will Book 22, pages 364–367.]

On 5 April 1831, sales of the estate of Samuel Williamson were made by James Dunn, administrator. George Taylor purchased 2 hilling hoes for $1.80, 1 pair Iron Wedges for 50¢, 16-1/2 lbs Bacon @ 8/4 for $1.36, and an additional illegible item for $1.50. [Essex County, Virginia, Will Book 24, pages 534–536.]

On 5 August 1831, a deed of trust was executed between George Taylor of the first part, James R Micou Jr of the second part, and Winter Bray & Co. of the third part, all of the County of Essex. Whereas the said Taylor in indebted to the said Bray for $420.15 by bond bearing date of the same day with this indenture and is anxious to secure to Bray the said sum of money, Taylor sells for $1 to James R Micou Jr all his right title and interest in negroes Peggy Lucinda and Edward. Nevertheless if George Taylor shall pay unto the waid Winter Bray & Co. the $420.15 with costs by the 5th day of August next, then this deed to be void, otherwise the said Micou shall sell the said negroes to the highest bidder to satsify the debt, with the balance to be paid to the said George Taylor. Signed Geo Taylor, James Roy Micou Jr, W. Bray & Co. No witnesses. On 16 August 1831 ordered recorded. [Essex County, Virginia, Deed Book 43, pages 432–433.]

The estate of Abraham Williamson, deceased, in account with Samuel Williamson, executor, from 1829 to 1831 was ordered recorded 17 April 1833. “Balance due the estate [$256.16] and which has been paid over to George Taylor Guardian of the Orphan’s of A Wmson decd. except the two insolvent bonds above stated”. “The balance has been paid over to George Taylor as Guardian for the children of the Testator by James Dunn admr. of S. WmSon Exr. as aforesaid.” [Essex County, Virginia, Will Book 23, pages 81–82.]

On 3 January 1832, George Taylor and Peggy his wife sold to William A Garnett. For $1,600 lawful money of Virginia, a parcel of land whereon the said George Taylor now resides, situate in the parish of Southfarnham in Essex County containing by estimate about one hundred & eighty nine acres be the same more or less and bounded on the east by the lands of William S Croxton west by M G Wood and South by the road leading from Millers Tavern to Tappahannock all which boundaries are particularly specified in a deed from Henry H Boughan to said George Taylor. Signed Geo Taylor, Margaret D Taylor. No witnesses. On 3 January 1832, Peggy Taylor acknowledged the same to be her act to Kemp Gatewood and James Sample, justices of the peace. On 20 February 1832 ordered recorded. [Essex County, Virginia, Deed Book 43, pages 516–518.]

On 20 February 1832, Thomas C Gordon and Martha his wife sold to George Taylor. For $1,248.26 lawful money of Virginia, a parcel of land situate in Essex County containing 292-1/2 acres more or less, it being the same land sold by W H Purkins, as Comr under decree of Ct. in March 1831 directing the sale of Graves Burkes land and which was by him Conveyed to said Gordon. Signed Thos C. Gordon, Martha M. Gordon. Martha Gordon acknoweldged the same to Kemp Gatewood and Peter J Derieux, Justices of the Peace for the County. On 21 February 1832, ordered recorded. [Essex County, Virginia, Deed Book 43, pages 518–519.]

The estate of Thomas Crow, deceased, in account with James Croxton, surviving executor, from 1830 to 1832 was recorded on 17 December 1832. Includes bonds of George Taylor & John Gordon 1st Jany 1825 (6.25 interest, 18.45 interest and principal), and George Taylor & Thomas Marlow 1st Jany 1826 (2.96 interest, 10.46 interest and principal), the dates possibly being the due dates of the bonds. [Essex County, Virginia, Will Book 23, pages 18–21.]

In about 1832, George Taylor complained of Charles Bray administrator of Thomas Pilcher deceased for debt of $446.48-1/2. Filed as Taylor vs Pilchers admor. [Essex County, Virginia, Box Chancery No. 49, item 49-L-34.]

In 1832, oratrices Emeline Williamson, Letty Williamson, Matilda Williamson and Susan Williamson infants under 21, by George Taylor their guardian and next friend, complained that one Susan Williamson died on the [blank] day of [blank] in the year [blank] seized and possessed of land in Essex County containing [blank] acres. That they and Howard Williamson are the only heirs and distributees of the estate of said Susan Williamson, deceased, and that if the land were sold each legatees portion would not amount to three hundred dollars. For sale of the land. That Howard Williamson may be made defendant.
In answer, Howard Williamson, an infant under 21 by Arthur L. Barnes his guardian ad litem, agrees to sale of the land.
Washington H. Purkins, Fontaine Wood, and Arthur L. Barnes, or any two of them, appointed commissioners to sell the land.
On 11 October 1833, the tract was purchased by George Taylor for $28, the net proceeds after deducting costs and commissions was $13.71.
[Essex County, Virginia, Chancery Cause, Emeline Williamson et al v Howard Williamson, 1832-013, Box 38.]

On 22 February 1833, a deed of trust was executed between George Taylor of the first part, George H Dobyns of the second part, and William Fisher of the third part, all of the County of Essex and State of Virginia. Whereas the said Taylor is justly indebted to the said Fisher $375.85 by bond bearing date with this Indenture, and whereas Taylor is willing to secure, for $1 paid by the said Dobyns to Taylor, Taylor assigns right title and interest in a tract containing 292 acres more or less, bounded by the lands of William S Croxton and others lying in the County of Essex, purchased by Taylor of Doctor Thomas C Gordon, but Taylor shall remain in quiet and undisturbed possession lf the land until default. If Taylor on or before the first day of May next fail to pay $375.85 with legal interest, the tract to be sold to satisfy the debt, the surplus if any restored to the said Taylor. Signed Geo Taylor, Geo. H. Dobyns, Wm Fisher. No witnesses. On 23 February 1833 ordered recorded. [Essex County, Virginia, Deed Book 44, pages 161–162.]

On 19 August 1833, the Grand Jury for the County of Essex presented “George Taylor for assulting Philip Brookson on about the 15th of July 1833 in front of the Farmers Hotel in Tappahannock in the County of Essex being Essex Court day on the information of Tarpley Clark…” [Essex County, Virginia, Loose Paper, Library of Virginia.]

On 1 September 1833, a deed of trust was executed between George Taylor of the first part, John S Rowzee of the second part, and Reuben L Pitts of the third part. Taylor is justly indebted to Pitts in the sum of $578.64 due by bond with interest from the date hereof. For $1, Taylor sells interest in “my tract of land”, 270 acres bounded by the lands of Wm S Croxton, Lucy Boughan & the main road, “Know by the name of Burkes land” upon trust nevertheless that if Taylor shall pay $578.64 with interest to Pitts then this deed to be void. Signed Geo Taylor, Jno S Rowzee, R L Pitts. On 27 September 1833 ordered recorded. [Essex County, Virginia, Deed Book 44, pages 246–247.]

On 7 October 1833, a deed of trust was executed between Geo: Taylor of the first part, William Wright of the second part, and Robert M Davis of the third part, all of the state of Virginia. Whereas Taylor is justly indebted to Davis by bond bearing date this day for $270.22, and Taylor being desirous to secure payment, Taylor for $1 sells to William Wright his interest in 270 acres of land more or less, adjoining the lands of Wm S Croxton and others, one negro man Squire, six beds and furniture, one side board, one desk and book case, Twenty head of Cattle embracing oxen & Cows, sixteen sheep, twenty hogs, one bay horse and one top Gig. Taylor is to remain in possession of the property, but if he should default then Davis shall sell property to satisfy the debt. Signed Geo Taylor, W. Wright, R M Davis. Witnesses: Jno Daingerfield, B. Armstrong, Thos. Harper. Ordered recorded on 8 October 1833. [Essex County, Virginia, Deed Book 44, pages 254–255.]

On 23 November 1833, a deed of trust was executed between George Taylor of the first part, James Roy Micou Jr of the second part, and George H Dobyns and Richard Croxton Merchants and partners trading under the firm Dobyns & Croxton of the third part. Whereas George Taylor stands indebted to the said Dobyns and Croxton $144.14 by bond bearing equal date with this Indenture and payable on demand and the said Taylor is willing to secure the payment, now this indenture. For $1 paid by James Roy Micou Jr., Taylor conveys a tract of land in Essex County containing about two hundred and seventy acres on which the said Taylor at present resides adjoing the lands of William S Croxton. Upon trust however that the said Micou will allow Taylor to remain in peaceable and quiet possession until 1 October next at which time should default be made in the payment of the bond, then the land to be sold at public auction to satifsy the debt. Signed Geo Taylor, Dobyns & Croxton. Witnesses: John G Crewdson, Patrick Jones, L. W. Dobyns. On 30 November 1833 ordered to record. [Essex County, Virginia, Deed Book 44, pages 278–279.]

On 27 December 1833, at the estate sale of John L Crafton, George Taylor purchased 10 Gallons of Brandy @37c (total $3.70), 2 Funnels & Cricket for .07, 5 Hoes for .17, 12 plates for .54, and Decanter &c for .50, for a grand total of $4.98. [Essex County, Virginia, Will Book 23, pages 302–303.]

On 27 December 1833, George Tayler was paid $5.00 from the estate of Jno. L. Crafton for making a coffin. [Essex County, Virginia, Will Book 23, pages 344–354.]

On 31 July 1834, Geo: Taylor purchased a parcel of glass and brass knobs for 31 cents at the sale of the estate of Major Arthur L. Barnes. [Essex County, Virignia, Will Book 24, pages 12–20.]

On 13 and/or 14 November 1834, Geo: Taylor purchased 1 Oven & Top for .50 and 1 Cow for 6.30 at the sale of the estate of Major Arthur L. Barnes. [Essex County, Virignia, Will Book 24, pages 12–20.]

On 25 April 1835, George Taylor provided a deposition in the case of Hipkins vs. Covington:
The deposition of George Taylor of lawful age taken before me Thomas C Gordon a justice of the peace for the county of Essex & state of Virginia at the farmers hotel in the town of Tapp and county & state aforesaid this 25th day of April 1835-between the hours of six Oclock AM & six OClock PM to be had as evidence in a suit depending in the circuit superior court of law and chancery for the county & state aforesaid-between Joseph B. Hipkins complainant, and Richd L Covington and others defendants-This deponent being first duly sworn deposeth as follows-
Questions by plaintiff-Did or did you not attend the sale of the schedule of Joseph B Hipkins for the express purpose of bidding as far as your claim against sd Hipkins?
Anser-I certainly did-
Quest by same-Were you not stopped from bidding by Mr Covingtons telling you it was worth nothing
Anser-Mr Covington never stopped me from bidding, but he told me it was worth nothing
Q by same What was the amount of your claim against J B Hipkins?
Ans Between ninety & one hundred dollars
Q by same Did or did not the defendant Covingtons telling you the schedule was worth nothing deter you from bidding?
Anser-No it did not deter me, but he told me my debt was good eventually
Question by defendant-
Q Did you not hear Mr Hipkins say any thing about the value of it?
Ans No. I did not he was in jail before that and he never told me any thing about it-
Q by same What is the amount at present of all your claims against Joseph B Hipkins?
Ans None other than the sum mention'd above
Q by same Do you not believe it depends upon the result of the suit now pending between these parties Hipkins & Covington, whether you will ever get your claim or not?
Ans Well I cant tell how things may terminate
Questons by plaintiff
And further this deponent saith not-
[signed] Geo Taylor Sworn to and subscribed before me this 25th day of April 1835 [Essex County, Virginia, Box Chancery No. 46, item 46-I-22.]

On 19 May 1835, the estate of Samuel Williamson received a payment of $35.02 from shff Essex on Exon to Geo: Taylor. [Essex County, Virginia, Will Book 24, pages 212–213.]

On 5 August 1835, the estate of Roger Shackelford in account with Robert T. Shackelford “Paid Const. of Essex amt of Costs on Exon in the name of Geo: Taylor”. [Essex County, Virginia, Will Book 24, pages 104–105.]

On 18 November 1835, George Taylor purchased a half bushel at the sale of the estate of Martha Muse, deceased. [Essex County, Virginia, Will Book 23, pages 451–457.]

On 18 January 1836, George Taylor was paid $128.74 and on 18 May 1837 was paid $112.25 by the estate of William A. Garnett. [Essex County, Virginia, Will Book 24, pages, 171–172.]

On 18 January 1836, George Taylor was paid $3.10 by the estate of William A. Garnett, deceased. [Essex County, Virginia, Will Book 24, pages 182–185.]

On 18 February 1836, George Taylor paid the estate of William Fisher, deceased, in account with Richard Motley, administrator, $120. On 10 August 1836, George Taylor paid $18.50, and also in April (no date) $432.65. [Essex County, Virginia, Will Book 24, pages 172–177.]

On 26 August 1836, Joel H. Willis provided a deposition, taken in the town of Tappahannock, in the case of Taylor vs. Pilcher’s administrator. “Mr George Taylor I know did work for Thomas Pilcher decd in the year 1831-my recollection is now indistinct as to the items of the account but I have no doubt that I belive [sic] the annexed account to be correct. Joel H Willis” An account of work done in 1831 is attached. Includes: To layin 720 feet of floor. [Essex County, Virginia, Box Chancery No. 49, item 49-L-41.]

On 4 March 1837, George Taylor and Margaret D Taylor his wife sold to James Roy Micou Jr, all of the County of Essex and State of Virginia. For $1,400, a parcel of land in the County of Essex containing 292-1/2 acres bounded by the lands of Wm S Croxton, Elizabeth and Lucy Boughan and others, it being the same land on which Taylor now resides, and which was conveyed to him by a deed bearing date 20 February 1832 from Thomas C Gordon and Martha M M his wife, and is the same land which was formerly owned by Graves Burke decd. Signed Geo: Taylor, Margarett D Taylor. No witnesses. Margaret acknowledged the same to be her act. Ordered recorded on 19 April 1837. [Essex County, Virginia, Deed Book 45, pages 308–310.]

A bond was issued for the marriage of George Taylor and Mrs. Ann Dalley, widow of John C. Dalley, on 18 September 1837. Alexander Obediah, security. [Essex County, Virginia, Marriage Register 1, page 253, line 5.]

The estate of Elizabeth M. Boughan, deceased, in account with Philip Montague, executor, from 1837 to 1838 was ordered recorded on 20 August 1838. Includes payment of $6 to George Taylor in January 1838. [Essex County, Virginia, Will Book 24, pages 318–319.]

On 20 May 1838, George Taylor stated that John Broadus was a material witness to his case against Charles Bray, administrator of Thomas Pilcher, but the said Broadus is now absent from this commonwealth. [Essex County, Virginia, Box Chancery No. 49, item 49-L-33.]

In April 1840 (no date recorded), a deed of trust was executed between George Taylor and Ann his wife of the first part, Larkin Noel of the second part, and Washington H Purkins of the third part. Whereas George Taylor is indebted to John P Armstrong in the sum of ninety five dollars 44 Cents principal with interest thereon from 16th Sept. 1839 & five dollars 16 cents costs as will appear by an Execution Issued on a forthcoming [sic] dated the 16th Sept. 1839 which Exon is entitlted to several Credits and to which said forthcoming bond the said Purkins became security for said Taylor and the aforesaid Exon has issued vs the said Taylor & Purkins as his security aforesaid: And the said Taylor is also indebted to Robert M Davis in the sum of three hundred & seven dollars & 13 cents with interest & Costs thereon as will appear by a forthcoming bond given to the shff of Essex to secure the same dated the 16th day of September 1839 in which said bond the said W H Purkins became security for the aforesaid Taylor that he would deliver to the said shff of Essex certain property named in said forthcoming bond which was to be sold and applied to the payt of the said debt due to the said Robert M Davis, but the said George Taylor having failed to deliver up the said property to the shff agreeably to the requisitions of said bond and failing to pay off and discharge the debt aforesaid with the Int. and Costs thereon and consequently making the said Purkins liable for the payment of said debt with Inst & Costs as aforesaid as well as the balance due on the Exon due to John P Armstrong and he the said George Taylor not only being desirous to secure & save harmless the said Purkins but being determined to secure & releive him from suffering on account of his liability as aforesaid in becoming security for him in the two debts aforesaid: Now this Indenture. For $1 paid by Larkin Noel, George Taylor and Ann his wife sell the following perishable property: Two beds & furniture, one side board, 1 Large Walnut table, 1 dozen chairs, 1 pine table, One Gig & Harness, one horse, all the Kitchen furniture of every description, one horse Cart, one red Cow six head of hogs, all the dining & tea ware of every description, One hauling seine & boat with their apparatus, one Negro woman named Peggy with her future increase and the balance of the household furniture, which are not particularly mentioned of every description. To have and to hold to the said Larkin Noel his heirs and assigns the perishable property aforesaid & also the negro woman slave named Peggy with her future increase as well as the piece or parcel of Land aforesaid to the said Larkin Noel his heirs and assigns forever: In Trust nevertheless that if the said George Taylor and Ann his wife or their heirs &c. shall well and truly pay or cause to be paid unto the shff of Essex or to either John P Armstrong or Robert M Davis the two debts aforesaid for which the said Purkins is bound as security for said Taylor, with Int & Costs thereon, on or before the second day of the term of the next Circuit Supr Court of Law & Chancery to be holden for the County of Essex and which said next term will commence on the 28th of the present Month April, and shall also pay the costs of drawing and recording this Trust Deed and all other expences incident thereto, Then this Indenture and every thing herein contained shall be void … but if George Taylor shall fail to comply, then proprty to be paid to discharge debts with the balance to George Taylor & Ann his wife. Signed Geo: Taylor. Witnesses: Leonard Henley, Willis Brooks, Geo: M Trible, Thos. H Dunn. On 20 April 1840 proved by Leonard Henley and George M Trible On 24 April 1840 proved by Thomas H Dunn and ordered to record. [Essex County, Virginia, Deed Book 46, pages 454–455.]

On 17 August 1840, George Taylor of the County of Essex deeded to James C Clopton sheriff of Essex County. The said George Taylor having been arrested by Larkin Noel deputy sheriff for the said Jones C Clopton under two writs of capias ad satisfaciendum one in the name of Charles R Gregson assee. of R M Pilcher otherwise called Robert M Pilcher the other in the name of Robert M Pilcher sued out of the circuit Superior Court of law and Chancery of the said county of Essex and he the said George Taylor having availed himself of the benefit of the act of assembly for the relief of insolvent debtors by taking the oath prescribed by Law and subscribing and surrenduring a schedule of his estate in which said schedule is noted “a Certain tract or parcel of land lying and being in the county of Essex on which the said Taylor resides containing thirteen acres be the same more or less and bounded by the lands of James Croxton & others” as may be seen by reference to said schedule now therefore this Indenture witnesseth that the said George Taylor in consideration of the premises aforesaid and the further consideration of one dollar to him in hand paid by Jones C Clopton sheriff as aforesaid and pursuant to the act of Assembly in such case made and provided doth grant bargain and sell unto the said Jones C Clopton the said land and premises specified in said schedule to have and to hold the same for the purposes provided by the act of assembly in such case made and provided against the claim of the said George Taylor and his heirs and all other persons claiming by through or under him. Signed Geo: Taylor. On 17 August 1840 ordered to record. [Essex County, Virginia, Deed Book 46, pages 518–519.]

1840 U.S. Census, Essex County, Virginia
Page 14
Tailor, George
1 male under 5 [George William Taylor?]
2 males 5 and under 10 [Alex. Taylor?]
1 male 10 and under 15
1 male 15 and under 20
1 male 20 and under 30 [George Taylor?]
1 male 40 and under 50
1 female under 5
1 female 20 and under 30 [Ann Burke Beazley]

On 20 February 1843, a deed of trust was executed between George Taylor of the County of Essex of the first part, James R Howser of the County of King & Queen of the second part, and Heritage H Cauthorn and Walker D Hart formerly merchants and partners trading under the firm of Cauthorn & Hart of the third part. Taylor is indebted to Cauthorn & Hart in the Sum of $62.07 by bond bearing date with these presents which bond together with the legal interests accruing thereon Taylor and his wife is willing to secure said Cauthorn & Hart. Therefore this Indenture. For $1 paid by James R Howser, Taylor assigns one bay more one Gig one boat and Seine. If Taylor should default, Howser shall Auction so much of the said property as may be necessary to discharge the debt. Signed Geo: Taylor, James R Howser, Cauthorn & Hart. on 20 February 1843 ordered to record. [Essex County, Virginia, Deed Book 47, pages 473–474.]

On 8 July 1843, a deed of trust was executed between George Taylor and Amos Cauthorn. This Indenture made this 8th day of July in the year one thousand Eight hundred an forty three beetween Geo: Taylor of the County of Essex of the one part and Amos Cauthorn of the second part Witnesseth that the said Geo: Taylor in order the secure William Beazely as security for the some of thirty dollars to B F Jones payable the first day of January 1844 from the said Geo Taylor due by Bond from the said Geo: Taylor and William Beazley security and in consideration of one dollar in hand paid by the Amos Cauthorn at or before the insealsing and delivery of these presants the wright whereof is hereby acknowledg by the said Geo: Taylor hath Granted bargained sold and by the presants do grant Bargain and sell unto the said Amos Cauthorn all my oats crop of corn now growing on the Land of B F Jones to secure the said William security for the said Rent Land the said Amost Cauthorn so soon as Conveneant he can after haveing advertized the place and time of the sail of the of the said Oats and corn before mentioned at some pullick place near the Residence of the said Geo: Taylor for ten days then proseed to sell to the hiest bidder for the best price that can bee obtained in Cash and out of the moneys arising from the sails in the first place to pay and satticefy all Reasonable charges attending such sails and then the debt above mentioned and the residue of the money arising from such sales as afforesaid to the use of the said Geo: Taylor his heirs Exetors &c or to such purson or pursons as he shall appoint writing under his hand and it is hereby covenanted and agreed uppon between the parties to theis presants that as soon as the debt afforesaid shall bee discharged that the above olligation shal be Nul and Voide, and if not paid and discharged by the said Geo: Taylor to remain in full force and Virtue. Given unde our hands and sal this 15 day of July 1843. Signed Geo: Taylor, Amos Cauthorn. Ordered recorded on 17 July 1843. [Essex County, Virginia, Deed Book 48, pages 84–85.]

In 1844, George Taylor was taxed for 13 acres in Essex County. The land bordered that of Philip Broock jr, 8 miles south of the courthouse. “Part of Gabriel Gordon’s Old tract.” The land of Mary Turner of North Carolina also bordered George Taylor’s land, hers 7 acres being “part of your Father Gabl. Gordons old tract” [Essex County, Virginia, 1844 Land Tax Book.]

On 19 November 1844, a deed of trust was executed between George Taylor of the first part, John C. Brizendine of the second part, and Muscoe Garnett of the third part. Whereas the said Muscoe Garnett has become the security to the said George Taylor in a bond to Zachariah Brizendine for the sum of Fifty Dollars and twenty three Cents dated the 19th Day of November 1844 and the said George Taylor is desirous to indemnify the said Muscoe Garnett, now this Indenture. For $5, Taylor sells to Brizendine a certain parcel of Land in the County of Essex bounded by the lands of George Gordon, James Croxton, and P. Brooks, supposed to contain thirteen acres, on which Taylor at present resides, together with the following personal property to wit One bay Mare, One Colt, One gig & Harness One horse Cart & geer three Cows & Calves, five hogs two beds & furniture three yearlings, My growing Crop of Wheat now growing on the said Land, my Present Crop of Corn all my Household & Kitchen furniture, One large boat & One gun. Upon Trust nevertheless that Taylor shall remain in possession unless he defaults, and if the bond is paid then this deed to be void. Signed George Taylor. On 19 November 1844 ordered to record. [Essex County, Virginia, Deed Book 48, pages 301-303.]

In 1845, George Taylor was taxed for 13 acres in Essex County. The land bordered that of Caty Shearwoods Est. [Essex County, Virginia, 1845 Land Tax Book.]

In 1846, George Taylor was taxed for 13 acres in Essex County. The land bordered that of Caty Shearwoods Est. [Essex County, Virginia, 1846 Land Tax Book.]

On 3 September 1846, a deed of trust was executed between George Taylor of the first part, Muscoe Garnett of the second part, and Wm Beazley of the third part. Whereas George Taylor is indebted to William Beazley $52 by bond bearing the same date as this indenture, and George Taylor is willing to hold William Beazley harmless, therefore this deed. George Taylor sells to Muscoe Garnett "all of his said Taylor’s crop of Corn & fodder now growing upon the lands of the said Taylor…" Muscoe Garnett "shall permit the said Taylor to remain in quiet and peaceable possession of the said Crops until default be made in the payment". Auction will be made on the demand of William Beazley if George Taylor should default. Signed Geo: Taylor. Ordered recorded 5 September 1846. [Essex County, Virginia, Deed Book 49, pages 153–154.]

In 1847, George Taylor was taxed for 13 acres in Essex County. The land bordered that of Caty Shearwoods Est. [Essex County, Virginia, 1847 Land Tax Book.]

In 1848, George Taylor was taxed for 13-1/2 acres in Essex County. [Essex County, Virginia, 1848 Land Tax Book.]

In 1849, George Taylor was taxed for 13-1/2 acres in Essex County. [Essex County, Virginia, 1849 Land Tax Book.]

On 15 April 1849, a deed of trust was executed between George Taylor of the first part, R. D. Dunn of the second part, and John C. Brizendine of the third part, all of the County of Essex and State of Virginia. Whereas George Taylor is indebted to Richard D. Dunn $149 by bond and wishes to secure him harmless. For $1 from John C. Brizendine, George Taylor sells his growing crop of corn and wheat, one youk of oxen, one ox cart, tow [sic] beds and furniture, ond hawlling seign and bout, one flootting seign, tow [sic] Cows, and six sheep. 12 May 1849. Signed George Taylor, Richard D Dunn, John C Brizendine. Ordered recorded 15 May 1849. [Essex County, Virginia, Deed Book 49, pages 619–620.]

In 1850, George Taylor was taxed for 13-1/2 acres in Essex County. [Essex County, Virginia, 1850 Land Tax Book.]

1850 U.S. Census, Essex County, Virginia:
Dwelling 527, Family 527
Taylor, George, 43, male, carpenter, $550 real estate, born in Virginia
Taylor, Nancy, 33, female, born in Virginia
Taylor, Alex., 19, male, laborer, born in Virginia
Taylor, George, 11, male, born in Virginia
Taylor, James, 8, male, born in Virginia
Taylor, Anna, 9, female, born in Virginia
Taylor, Mary, 4, female, born in Virginia

1850 U.S. Census, Essex County, Virginia, Agricultural Schedule
George Taylor
Acres of land, improved: 35
Acres of land, unimproved: 53
Cash value of farm: $550
Value of farming implements and machinery: $10
1 horse, 0 asses and mules, 3 milch cows, 2 working oxen, 0 other cattle, 9 sheep, 4 swine, value of live stock $80, 40 bushels of wheat, 0 bushels of rye, 150 bushels of indian corn, 0 bushels of oats, 0 bushels of rice, 0 bushels of tobacco, 27 lbs wool, 10 bushels peas and beans, 4 bushels Irish potatoes, 20 bushels sweet potatoes, value of orchard products $50, value of homemade manufactures $10, value of animals slaughtered $50

On 20 December 1850, George Taylor purchased for $18.60 at the estate sale of William Beazley “1 press glass doors” and four barrels of corn. [Essex County, Virginia, Will Book 27, pages 68–69.]

On 19 July 1852, Ross A. Cauthorn and Robert W. Ferneyhough were bound in the penalty of $200 for Ross A. Cauthorn’s administration of the estate of George Taylor. [Essex County, Virginia, Will Book 27, page 202.]

The estate of William Beazley for 1853 and 1854, Henry J Beazley, administrator, was recorded on 1 June 1854. Payments include $5.00 on 9 March 1853 to George Taylor for a coffin. [Essex County, Virginia, Will Book 27, page 471.]

On 13 July 1858, Ann Taylor sold to James A. Dunn, Trustee in a certain Deed from Peter T. Duff for the benefit of Olivia D. Duff his wife and children. For $50 from Arthur Dunn [sic] Trustee as aforesaid “all of her right tittle and interest in the Land of George Taylor her late husband deceased”. Signed Ann Taylor. Ann Taylor personally appeared to acknowledge the deed 18 July 1858. Recorded 7 September 1868. [Essex County, Virginia, Deed Book 52, pages 83–84.]

On 23 February 1859, Smith Young and Margaret R. Young his wife of the first part sold to James A. Dunn, trustee for Olivia Duff, wife of Peter T. Duff of the second part. For $175, the Youngs sell 13 acres, more or less, adjoining the land of James Croxton deceased, it being the same tract Smith Young purchased of John A. Parker and by Parker of George Taylor deceased. Signed Smith Young, Margaret R. Young. Recorded 7 September 1868. [Essex County, Virginia, Deed Book 52, page 83.]