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Davenport, Peter J.

 Person

Biographical Note

Peter Johnston Davenport was the son of Thomas Davenport and Thomas's first cousin, Permelia Davenport. Although both parents were born in Buckingham County, Virginia, they were married (1799) and resided in Washington County, Virginia. Peter J. was one of eleven children, including his twin brother Daniel. Davenport's first marriage was to Kate Fudge who bore seven children: Elijah Perkins, Alvin Terry, Abel Alderson, Daniel Trigg, Mary J., Margaret, and Ann. In 1851, Davenport married Nancy Evitt.

Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:

Peter J. Davenport Tax Receipts

 Collection
Identifier: Ms-2009-125
Abstract

This collection contains tax receipts for Peter J. Davenport's stud horse.

Dates: 1849 - 1850

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