Solomon Carter

     Solomon Carter was born in 1725 at New Bern, Craven Co, North Carolina.¹ He was the son of UNKNOWN Carter and (?) ? Solomon Carter married Constantina (?) circa 1750 at North Carolina; Some researchers indicate she was the daughter of a George Roberts. So far I find nothing to prove that.² Solomon Carter died on 16 July 1809 at Point of View Plantation, Duplin Co, North Carolina; This is now Albertson in Duplin County. His estate was probated in October 1809 at Duplin Co, North Carolina; Inventory was taken 16 Jul 1809 by Alexander Carter. Solomon had 182 head of cattle, 143 hogs, 9 sheep, not to specifically mention the number of plows, carts traps, etc. Much of the property was sold on 15 Aug 1809 to his widow and family, as well as others. Most cooking items went to his widow and much of the livestock and tools were sold to his son Alexander. By October, the sale was recorded as bringing in over £1021.
A complaint was brought forth by Emanuel Carter against his brother Alexander. saying he had neglected to itemize several items, namely fire tongs, saddle bags and cut juniper timber. He also charged that Alexander had made use of the crops from the Plantation, most of which had been planted before his father's death. Apparently, Emanuel was also displeased that Solomon had allowed his mother, Constantina, to use and sell some provisions that were not inventoried. Emanuel brought forth witnesses to testify to the charges. An additional £854 was divided between his widow and six heirs, David, Edward, Manuel, Alexander, Liddia and Leah.There were many pages to the probate file and litigation continued between the family members until July 1811.³
     Solomon Carter was a resident of Duplin County when he purchased 300 acres in Craven County near the Duplin County line.⁴ There is a pay voucher dated 22 Mar 1782 at Wilmington for Solomon Carter's service in the North Carolina militia.⁵ He appeared on the census of 1790 at Duplin Co, North Carolina; It showed 1 free white male over 16, 1 free white male under 16, 1 free white female as well as three slaves.⁶ On 15 Nov 1796 he testified he was in William Taylor's company on Cape Fear River near Rockfish Creek under the command of General Moors, just days before General Caswell defeated the Tories at Moore's Creek. He appeared on the census of 1800 at Duplin Co, North Carolina; Solomon Carter had 4 other free persons, 3 slaves for a total of 7 in his household.⁷