1780-
(Joseph - Jacob - Joseph - Tobyas - Tobias - Thomas)

George Tryon ORCHARD was born 11 Jan 1780, and baptised 18 Feb 1780 at Trinity Church¹⁾, New York City when still within the control of the British as a colony.

COLLECTIONS OF THE NEW-YORK HISTORICAL SOCIETY FOR THE YEAR 1900 – Page 314

“New York, June 29, 1780. Sir: Having appointed you by a Letter of Attorney to act for me in my absence, and as Human events are uncertain. I herewith acquaint you with my sentiments how I would have my effects disposed of in case of my death. I have requested George Gregory Townsend, Esq., to act for me at Carolina to dispose of my effects, and transmit to you. I leave to John Menze, for his son John, of whom I am Godfather, £100. To my Godson, George Tryon Orchard, son of Joseph Orchard, £100. To the Charity School in New York £100. To the Poor in the Workhouse in New York £100. To Mr. Peter Paumier £50. To Mr. John McKenny £100 for his trouble on my account. All the rest to Peter Paumier, Esq. I am, with my best wishes for your Health and Happiness, Sir, Your Obedient Humble Servant. GEORGE GOSLING.”

To Mr. John McKenny. Proved as a will, August 26, 1780, on oath of Daniel Dunscomb, grocer, and Jamieson Cox, innkeeper, as to handwriting, etc. John McKenny was made executor.

He married Jane ELLEN 5 Apr 1809 at the Parish Chapel of St. Pancras, London.

Marriage Bonds and Allegations of London

There is one child noted: Elizabeth born 29th June 1795, meaning George would have still been only fourteen when she was conceived. That Elizabeth is indeed George and Jane's daughter is supported by Elizabeth's baptism 8 May 1814, at the age of 18, stating that her father is George Orchard, and mother Jane deceased. Also on that day is the baptism of John George Ellen ²⁾, the son of James and Mary Ellen, with Elizabeth Orchard having the same address of 49 St Mary Axe (to offer some insight into the present day location: 30 St Mary Axe is where 'The Gherkin' stands).

1. Elizabeth ORCHARD, born 29 Jun 1795 - London.