John BROWN [Parents]-10089 was born in 1630. He died on 13 Sep 1677 in Providence County, Rhode Island. John married (MRIN:5478) Mary Catherine HOLMES-10090.

BIOGRAPHY: The Chad Browne Memorial
Consisting of Genealogical Memoirs
Of a Portion of the Descedants of Chad and Elizabeth Browne
Compiled by a Descendant
Printed for the Family
Edition of Three Hundred Illustrated Copies, of which this Book is No. 209
1888 - Page 10
John Brown (Chad 1), b. 1630, d. about 1706, m. Mary, daughter of Rev. Obadiah and Catherine Holmes of Newport, R.I. He resided in Providence at the North End, in the house afterwards occupied by his son, Elder James, near the junction of North Main and Randall Streets. We learn from the town records that he frequently served as Juryman, was commissioner of union of towns in 1654, and Freeman in 1665. Like his father he was a surveyor as well as Baptist Elder, and in 1659 was appointed Surveyor of Highways. He served on various committees, was moderator, member of the Town Council, deputy in legislature, assistant, and took the oath of allegiance, May 31, 1666. In 1661 the town allowed a way that had been laid out across his land and other lots to be fenced under certain restrictions. It was afterwards laid out as Camp Street.
In 1672, after the death of his mother, he sold the home lot of his father to his brother James of Newport, who re-sold it the same day to Daniel Abbot. The burial place of his parents, twenty feet square with free egress, was reserved. Nearly on hundred years later, his great grandsons, John and Moses Brown, repurchased a part of the this land, and presented it to the College of Rhode Island, at the time of its removal from Warren to Providence. On the 14th of May, 1770, the corner-stone of  University Hall, the first and for many years the only building, was laid by John Brown. In 1804, the name of the institution was changed to Brown University.
In 1701 he and Pardon Tillinghast, elders of the church, ordained James Clarke as pastor of the Second Baptist Church in Newport.

Mary Catherine HOLMES-10090 was born in 1638 in Pawtucket, Providence, Rhode Island. She died in 1690 in Providence, Providence, Rhode Island. Mary married (MRIN:5478) John BROWN-10089.

Chad BROWN-10103 died in 1665 in Providence, Providence, Rhode Island. He was buried in North Burial Ground, Providence, Providence, Rhode Island. Chad married (MRIN:5479) Elizabeth SHARPEROWE-10104.

BIOGRAPHY: History of Rhode Island - Biographical Pages 188 - 191 The History of the State of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations
Rev. Chad Brown, immigrant ancestor and founder of the family, came from England in the ship "Martin," which arrived in Boston, in the Massachusetts Colony, in July, 1638. He brought with him his wife Elizabeth, son John, then eight years old, and perhaps younger children. A fellow passenger died on the voyage, and Chad Brown witnessed the will soon after his arrival. He did not remain long in the Massachusetts Colony, probably because of his religious views, but soon removed to Providence, where he became at once a leader and one of the most valued citizens of the colony. That same year, 1638, he and twelve others signed a compact relative to the government of the town. His work in settling the serious difficulties which had arisen between the original thirteen proprietors of Providence, and the later settlers, is thus referred to by Roger Williams: "The truth is, Chad Browne, that wise and godly soul (now with God), with myself brought the remaining aftercomers and the first twelve to a oneness by arbitration." Chad Brown was soon afterward appointed in the capacity of surveyor on a committee to compile a list of the home lots of the first settlers of the "Towne Street," and the meadows allotted to them. His own home lot fronted on "Towne Streete," now South Main street and Market Square, with the southern boundary to the southward of College and South Main streets. The college grounds of Brown University now comprise a large portion of this lot. In 1640 Chad Brown served as member of a committee with others in regard to the disputed boundary between Providence and PawtuÃ-et. In the same year he, with Robert Cole, William Harris and John Warner, formed the committee of Providence Colony to report their first written form of government, which wad adopted and continued in force until 1644, in which year Roger Williams returned from England with the first charter. Chad Brown was the first of the thirty-nine signers of this agreement. In 1642 Mr. Brown was formally ordained as the first settled pastor of the Baptist church of Providence. At this time, and for more than a half century afterward, the church had no meeting house, but met for worship in a grove or orchard, and in unpleasant weather in the houses of its members. Rev. Chad Brown remained at the head of his church until his death, which occurred about the year 1665. He seems to have been the first pastor of the First Baptist Church in Providence, the connection of Roger Williams having been of so brief duration, and of so informal a character, as to forbid that he should be recognized as its firs pastor. The venerable John Howland says: "On the question among the founders of Rhode Island College on what lot to place the building--University Hall--they decided on the present site because it was the home lot of Chad Brown, the first minister of the Baptist Church." Throughout his life in Rhode Island he was classed among those men of culture an ability who were chosen to represent the colony on official business. He was a saintly character, and his influence went far toward establishing and keeping peace among the early settlers. His remains, which were originally interred in a lot not far from where the court house, on the corner of College and Benefit streets, now stands, were removed in 1792 to the North Burying Ground.

BURIAL: Elder of the Baptist Church in this town. He was one of the original Proprietors of the Providence Purchase, having been exiled from Massachusetts for conscience sake. He had five sons, John, James, Jeremiah, Chad & Daniel, who have left a numerous posterity. He died about A.D. 1665. This monument was erected by the town of Providence, Nov. 1792.

Elizabeth SHARPEROWE-10104 was born in 1604 in Melchbourne, Bedfordshire, England. Elizabeth married (MRIN:5479) Chad BROWN-10103.

Esek BROWN [Parents]-10093 was born in 1763 in Glocester, Providence, Rhode Island. He died on 31 Jul 1824 in Smithfield, Providence, Rhode Island. Esek married (MRIN:5480) Mary SAYLES-10094 on 26 Oct 1783 in Glocester, Providence, Rhode Island.

BIOGRAPHY: The Chad Browne Memorial
Consisting of Genealogical Memoirs
Of a Portion of the Descedants of Chad and Elizabeth Browne
Compiled by a Descendant
Printed for the Family
Edition of Three Hundred Illustrated Copies, of which this Book is No. 209
1888 - Page 70
Esek Brown (Elisha 35, Chad 15, Obadiah 5, John 2, Chad 1), son of Elisha and Sarah (Olney) Brown, lived in Glocester on a part of the estate of his grandfather Chad. His name appears as Ensign of the Third Company of Trained Militia Bands of Glocester in 1781 and 1784, and as Lieutenant in the Fourth State Regiment in 1800. In 1788 he voted against the adoption of the new Constitution. He was an officer in the Continental army, and in this connection an anecdote has been preserved that seems worth relating. Though small in stature he was remarkably active and exceedingly quick in his movements. While stationed near Newport, a British officer, a man of large size, was captured and brought into camp. Watching his opportunity when the officers were dismounted or engaged, he started on a full run over fences and across ditches, and soon outstripped all his pursuers except Esek, who kept close on his heels. The Britisher endeavored to leap a ditch, but at that moment Esek caught him by the coat, and jerking him, standing, into the ditch, held on from behind to each ear, until he was secured. Much annoyed at being caught by so little a fellow whom he ought to have taken and put in his pocket, he returned, crestfallen, to camp amid the laughter of his captors.
Esek Brown acquired a considerable estate in Northern Vermont, where some of his descendants now live. He M. Mary, dau. of Israel and Mercy (Whipple) Sayles, gr., dau. of Richard and Mary (Phillips) Sayles, and g. gr. Dau. of John Sayles, who was son of John and Mary (Williams) Sayles, and gr. Son of Roger Williams. She was born in 1764, and died many years before her husband.

Mary SAYLES [Parents]-10094 was born in 1764. She died on 7 Oct 1847 in Smithfield, Providence, Rhode Island. Mary married (MRIN:5480) Esek BROWN-10093 on 26 Oct 1783 in Glocester, Providence, Rhode Island.

Elisha BROWN [Parents]-10095 was born in 1732 in Glocester, Providence, Rhode Island. He died on 4 Sep 1795 in Clocester, Providence, Rhode Island. Elisha married (MRIN:5481) Sarah OLNEY-10096.

Sarah OLNEY [Parents]-10096 was born on 20 Dec 1733 in North Providence, Providence, Rhode Island. Sarah married (MRIN:5481) Elisha BROWN-10095.

Israel SAYLES [Parents]-15360 was born on 17 Mar 1725/1726 in Providence, Providence, Rhode Island. He died on 20 Apr 1801 in Burrillville, Providence, Rhode Island. He was buried in Sayles--Eddy Lot, Burrillville, Providence, Rhode Island. Israel married (MRIN:5482) Mercy WHIPPLE-15361.

Mercy WHIPPLE-15361 was born on 20 Jan 1726/1727 in Glocester, Providence, Rhode Island. She died on 7 Sep 1815 in Burrillville, Providence, Rhode Island. She was buried in Sayles--Eddy Lot, Burrillville, Providence, Rhode Island. Mercy married (MRIN:5482) Israel SAYLES-15360.

Chad BROWN [Parents]-10097 was born on 13 Oct 1705 in Providence, Providence, Rhode Island. He died on 24 Mar 1746 in Glocester, Providence, Rhode Island. Chad married (MRIN:5483) Sarah SMITH-10098.

BIOGRAPHY: The Chad Browne Memorial
Consisting of Genealogical Memoirs
Of a Portion of the Descedants of Chad and Elizabeth Browne
Compiled by a Descendant
Printed for the Family
Edition of Three Hundred Illustrated Copies, of which this Book is No. 209
1888 - Page 26
Chad Browne, (Obadiah 5, John 2, Chad 1), b. Oct. 13, 1705, removed about 1730 to Glocester, R.I. and settled upon a large tract of land on the west side of Chepachet River, about two miles southeast of the present village. This was probably the land deeded to him by his brother, John Brown, Jr., and adjoined that of his cousin Andrew on the east side of the river. At the present time (1888) it remains largely in possession of his descendants. His house is not now standing. He m. Sarah Smith, who may have been dau. of Elisha and Experience (Mowry) Smith.

Sarah SMITH-10098 was born on 28 Apr 1707 in Providence, Providence, Rhode Island. Sarah married (MRIN:5483) Chad BROWN-10097.

Obediah BROWN [Parents]-10099 was born in 1672. He died on 24 Aug 1716 in Providence, Providence, Rhode Island. Obediah married (MRIN:5484) Mary WILLIAMS-10100.

Mary WILLIAMS-10100 was born in Jun 1676. Mary married (MRIN:5484) Obediah BROWN-10099.

Timothy HIERLIHY-10108 was born in 1734 in Mallow, , Ireland. He died in 1797 in Town Point, Antigonish, Nova Scotia, Canada. Timothy married (MRIN:5485) Elizabeth WETMORE-10109 on 14 May 1755 in Middletown, Middlesex, Connecticut.

Elizabeth WETMORE [Parents]-10109 was born on 29 Jul 1736 in Middletown, Middlesex, Connecticut. Elizabeth married (MRIN:5485) Timothy HIERLIHY-10108 on 14 May 1755 in Middletown, Middlesex, Connecticut.

BIOGRAPHY: The Wetmore Family of America
By James Carnahan Wetmore
Albany - Munsell & Rowland 78 State Street.
1861 - Page 445
Elizabeth Wetmore, dau. of Thomas b. Middletown, July 20, 1736
m. 14 May 1755; Thomas Hierlihy, b. 1734 Ireland, son Thomas James Hierlihy, b. 24 Feb. 1772, Warwick, Kent, Rhode Island, m. 1791; Sarah Knight b. 1 Apr. 1776 (notes on marriage and further generation added by WCK)

Jeremiah WETMORE [Parents]-10110 was born on 8 Nov 1702 in Middletown, Middlesex, Connecticut. He died on 2 Oct 1753 in Middletown, Middlesex, Connecticut. Jeremiah married (MRIN:5486) Abigail BUTLER-10111 on 25 Feb 1724/1725 in Wethersfield, , Connecticut.

Abigail BUTLER-10111 was born in 1709 in South Berwick, York, Maine. She died in 1757. Abigail married (MRIN:5486) Jeremiah WETMORE-10110 on 25 Feb 1724/1725 in Wethersfield, , Connecticut.

Izrahiah WETMORE [Parents]-10112 was born on 8 Mar 1656/1657 in Middletown, Middlesex, Connecticut. He died in Jun 1743 in Middletown, Middlesex, Connecticut. Izrahiah married (MRIN:5487) Rachel STOWE-10113 on 13 May 1692 in Middletown, Middlesex, Connecticut.

Rachel STOWE-10113 was born on 13 Mar 1666/1667 in Middletown, Middlesex, Connecticut. She died on 8 Jan 1721/1722 in Middletown, Middlesex, Connecticut. Rachel married (MRIN:5487) Izrahiah WETMORE-10112 on 13 May 1692 in Middletown, Middlesex, Connecticut.