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Date: Tue, 19 Aug 2003 17:55:54 EDT

Hi Janet,
I am also doing research on the Quakers in Caroline County, Virginia,
specifically the Arthur family and collateral lines. I was wondering what
family/families you are researching.
Bonnie in Virginia




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Hello Everyone,

In the past few weeks, I have been document collecting on my Louisa/Caroline
Co. VA Quakers and noting the various court records where witnesses
"affirmed"
as opposed to swore in court.  Separately this week, I have seen emails on
lists where there has been the assumption/conclusion that, because an
individual
"affirmed" rather than swore to a deed or will in court, he was a Quaker.  We

are talking still about 1700s in VA and NC.

Were there other religious groups that also refused to swear?  Would there be

other situations (rather than religious preference) that might cause someone
to affirm rather than swear?

Thanks for your thoughts.

Best Regards,
Janet Hunter

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