Associated Daughters of Early American Witches (ADEAW) is a lineage society founded in 1929. The organization aims to honor and preserve the memory of the women who were persecuted and executed during the Salem Witch Trials and other witch trials in early America. The ADEAW requires its members to prove direct descent from an accused or executed witch, thereby establishing a familial connection to the victims of the witch trials. Membership in the society provides a unique opportunity for individuals to connect with their ancestry and commemorate the lives of their witch ancestors. The society promotes education and research regarding the witch trials in early America. Through various events, publications, and scholarships, the ADEAW seeks to increase awareness and understanding of this dark chapter in American history.
Ancestor Accused of Witchcraft? Search Lineages in New Book.
If you are a woman whose family lore includes tales of an ancestor accused of witchcraft, the names listed in the Associated Daughters of Early American Witches Roll of Ancestors may set you on your way to determining if your lineage connects with one of the many falsely accused people. If you do find a connection you might be eligible to join the lineage society the Associated Daughters of Early American Witches (ADEAW).
Formed in 1986, the ADEAW’s purpose is:
- To search for and preserve the names of those accused of witchery in that portion of Colonial America now the United States of America;
- To locate the living female descendants of all witches who were accused in the American colonies prior to published records of same.
The society has just published the second edition of Associated Daughters of Early American Witches Roll of Ancestors, now available at the Emily Fowler Central Library.
Compiled by Kimberly Ormsby Nagy, previous registrar general and honorary president general of the society, the first book grew out of Ormsby Nagy’s time as registrar general, during which she amassed a large amount of genealogical material on the various accused. Since then, more information, newly researched ancestors, and her own research resulted in the addition of twenty-two new accused to add and 126 expanded entries for the book’s second iteration.
In total, 339 ancestors are included in this edition’s Biographical Data section. Each includes genealogical information on the accused, their parents and children (if available), as well as information about their accusation and punishment. The volume includes only those accused prior to 1700, in alignment with the society’s membership criteria. The book also includes appendices covering Family Connections, some “Witches” after 1 January 1700, Nonexistent Ancestors, as well as suggestions for further reading, photographs, and a full-name index.
Below is an excerpt from the book featuring Susannah North Martin, executed for witchcraft on 19 July 1692. Facts as well as references are included.
Prospective members must complete a web form to be invited to join, after which they complete a lineage application and provide documentation to the registrar general. Applications must be completed in the space of two years from invitation.
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
- Associated Daughters of Early American Witches website
- Downloadable list of currently Qualifying Ancestors & Their Spouses (PDF)
—Nancy Gilbride Casey
Denton Public Library Volunteer
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It just may be the most unusual and fascinating American lineage society that I have ever come upon. Maybe some of you might consider yourselves prospective members.
They are the Associated Daughters of Early American Witches.
http://www.adeaw.us/index.html
According to their website:
The PURPOSE of this Society shall be:
1. To search for and preserve the names of those accused of witchery in that portion of Colonial America now the United States of America.
2. To locate the living female descendants of all witches who were accused in the American colonies prior to published records of same.
Of course, we’re fascinated with witches and the story of one of the darkest events in American history. Are you connected by blood to this great tragedy? Maybe it’s time you find out.
I have my own Salem ancestors. Through my father’s family lines there is one branch of my family tree that reaches back into old Massachusetts. My ninth Great Grandfather, John Norman, and his wife, Mary Ropes, my ninth Great Grandmother, are just two of my direct ancestors linked to this historic period and Salem, itself.
John Norman and his wife, Mary, lived in Salem during the famous Witch Trials. I’m not sure if they were involved in any way. Perhaps, one day when I have time to research a little deeper into their stories I can find some sort of family connections. There is quite a bit of information about their lives. Oddly enough this time period is extremely well documented and records remain to this day. Regardless… they were there. And in some way, because of them, so was I.
John Norman was born in Salem on March 4, 1637, to John Norman and Arabella Baldwin. His father, also John Norman, was a carpenter and shipwright. He shared in the first grants to Salem settlers and his first home was in the North Field on land granted to him in 1636. He eventually settled in Manchester where he opened a house of entertainment to sell wine and beer and provide provisions and accommodations for me and horse. He was also a constable and served on the grand jury at times. Records say that he was a “combative” sort of man. He was summoned to court several times for engaging in physical conflicts with neighbors. Apparently, his wife, my grandmother, Arabella, was not a meek and mild woman, herself. She also appeared in court for accusations such as “striking the wife of Nicholas Vinson.” Yet another time she served as a witness against a man who was tried for “profane swearing.” Her testimony said that the defendant had uttered: “plague take it.”
Mary Ropes was born on November 3, 1644, to George and Mary Ropes. Her father, George, had been “slain in the wars against the Indians.” Interestingly, she and John Norman both died in 1713. It was a very violent time.
There are other interesting Salem Witch related burials at Broad Street Cemetery. George Corwin, High Sheriff of Essex County, is not buried too far from my grandparents. He carried out the arrests of the accused and executions of the condemned. He was buried first in the basement of his home as his family feared any repercussions. Years later his corpse was exhumed and reinterred. Jonathon Corwin, a judge and jurist during the trials, is also buried at Broad Street.
I would love to go to Salem one day and visit with my grandparents and other family members beside their graves. My curiousity forces me to wonder and search for their personal roles in this horror, yet part of me is afraid to know the truth. Perhaps some things are meant to stay buried. Perhaps some things are meant to be found.
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Through various events, publications, and scholarships, the ADEAW seeks to increase awareness and understanding of this dark chapter in American history. By examining the causes and consequences of the trials, the organization strives to prevent the repetition of such injustices in the future. Members of the ADEAW participate in activities that aim to preserve the memory of the early American witches.
These activities include historical reenactments, lectures, and the maintenance of memorial sites. By actively engaging in these initiatives, society members help ensure that the stories and legacies of these women are not forgotten. Additionally, the ADEAW provides a supportive community for individuals who may have faced discrimination or stigmatization due to their family history. Members come together to share their experiences, provide emotional support, and foster a sense of camaraderie among those connected to the witch trials. In conclusion, the Associated Daughters of Early American Witches is a lineage society that honors the memory of the women persecuted during the witch trials in early America. Through education, research, and commemorative activities, the organization works to preserve the history of these women and prevent the repetition of such injustices in the future..
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