Rash's Surname Index
Notes for James MORRIS
James Morris, second son of Anthony and Phoebe (Guest) Morris, born in Philadelphia, September 8, 1707, was a prominent business man of Philadelphia and early became identified with city and Provincial affairs. He was elected to the Colonial Assembly 1739, re-elected continuously until his death, January 29, 1750-1. He served almost constantly on most important committees and was named as a signer of Provincial paper money in 1744-46. He married at Philadelphia Monthly Meeting, March 12, 1729-30, Elizabeth, daughter of Philip and Rebecca (Britain) Kearney, of Philadelphia. granddaughter of Lionel Britain, one of the earliest English settlers in Bucks county.
| HOME | EMAIL | SURNAMES |
Return to The Pennocks of Primitive Hall website.
The information in this database may contain errors. If you find any questionable data, or if you have something to add my findings, please feel free to e-mail me by clicking on the "E-MAIL" link above. Thank you!
Page built by Gedpage Version 2.21 ©2009 on 07 July 2020