Newman Virginia Roots

Benjamin Newman & Betsey Clayton

Family

Benjamin Newman married Elizabeth Clayton 17 August 1808 in Madison County, Virginia

Benjamin Newman’s parents: William Newman & Ann Finnell

Betsey Clayton’s parents: Thomas Clayton & Frankey Scott

Benjamin’s wife Betsey Clayton inherited from her mother and grandfather, along with the rest of her siblings. Their grandfather bought land in Kentucky. By the time Benjamin was receiving inheritance from his father’s estate, he was living in Jefferson County, Kentucky.

Estate

Enslaved Individuals

Land