The Founders of Hartford
Nathaniel Bearding (Bardon) was in Hartford in 1636, but not an original proprietor, having land only
“by the courtesie of the town.” His home-lot in 1640 was on the brow of the bill, now called Asylum
Hill, comprising six acres. He was chosen townsman, 1658; surveyor of highways, 1666. The name of his first wife
is unknown, but he m. (2) Abigail, widow of William Andrews, of Hartford (q. v.); d. in Sept., 1674; will dated
Jan. 7, 1674; inv., Sept. 14, £282. His widow, Abigail, d. March 20, 1682-3. Inv. £19. 10.-Ch. by first wife-Sarah,
m. Sept. 11, 1645, Sergeant Thomas Spencer, of Hartford, as his second wife.
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