Rhode Island

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• Learn about the history of land and property claims in Rhode Island.

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Joseph G. Wanton is mentioned in a will in Rhode Island. Use the "AC: Rhode Island, Wills and Probate Records, 1582-1932" QUIKLink below to answer these questions:

1. What is the name of his spouse?
2. What is the will date?
3. Where did the probate take place?

• Click the QUIKLink mentioned above.
• In the search screen, enter "Joseph G." as the first name and "Wanton" as the last name.
• In the search results screen, click View Record for Joseph G. Wanton.
• Read the information in the right panel and in the record image.

1. His wife (widow) is Sarah.
2. The will was proved on 21 Feb 1782.
3. Newport, Rhode Island. (Contributed by Brent Bunker )

• Learn about the history of court records in Rhode Island and where to find them.

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