Orange County Indexed
The Baldridge surname
The Baldridge name in Orange County Indexed: 233 historical records and 1 person in the chronology.
- In the records
- 1771 to 1851
most named in the 1790s
- Deeds 1771–1851
- Tax lists 1780–1790
- Court minutes 1781–1812
- Marriages 1798–1816
- Wills 1800–1825
- In the chronology
- 1752 to 1798 1 person in 3 entries, most in the 1790s
- Places in its deeds and wills
- Little River (20), Great Road (7), Meeting House Road (4), Flat River (3), Mebane (3), Haw Creek (3), Hillsborough Road (1), Mill Creek (1)
- Married into
- Woods 2, McCandless 1, Kulin 1, Clark 1, Murray 1, Dickey 1, Thompson 1, Gourley 1, Maxfield 1, McBroom 1, Douglass 1 · the marriages
- Often named with
- Thompson 12, Harris 12, McCauley 8, Ray 7, Turrentine 7, White 7, Christmas 6, Coghlin 5, Carson 5, Anderson 5, Shepperd 5, Lytle 5
- Spellings to try
- Baldrige, Bauldridge, Baldridges, Barldridge
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Drawn from the records below. Families named together, or married to one another, are leads to follow, not proof of kinship. A similar spelling may be another family, and two people of the same name are not necessarily the same person.
In the chronology 1 person
The people of this surname named in the county’s dated events, as the names index lists them. Each printed name is its own heading; names that may be one person are not merged.
- Baldridge, James 3 entries, 1752–1798
In the historical records 233 records
34 deeds, 12 marriages, 176 court minutes, 5 tax list entries and 6 wills and papers, oldest first. Every record that names someone of this surname, as the record spells it; choose a collection to narrow the list. Baldridge marriages in full · Search the name in every collection
1770s
1780s
- 1780DeedsNorth Carolina to James Baldridge, 13 March 1780
- 1780DeedsRobert Baldridge to George Allen, 9 February 1780
- 1780DeedsGeorge Cowen to Francis Baldridge, 22 June 1780
- 1780Tax listsThe 1780–81 tax lists: Baldridge, Jno. (Orange District)
- 1780Tax listsThe 1780–81 tax lists: Baldridge, Malcum (Hillsborough District)
- 1780Tax listsThe 1780–81 tax lists: Baldridge, Robt. (Orange District)
- 1781DeedsRobert Baldridge to John Debow, 10 August 1781
- 1781DeedsRobert Baldridge to John Debow, 10 August 1781
- 1781Court minutesThirteen named men were fined £100 each for disobeying Hugh Tinnen’s commands after Robert McIntyre notified them; they were summoned to…
- 1782Court minutesDeed, Robt. Baldridge to Jno. Debow, proved by John Allen.
- 1783Court minutesThirty people were appointed jurors for next court.
- 1784Court minutesDeed, James Baldridge to Daniel Baldridge.
- 1784Court minutesRobert Hunter proceeded against Robert Baldridge; Andrew Murdoch’s security and James Baldridge’s property purchase were noted.
- 1785Court minutesA jury was sworn in Arch’d. Grisham’s case against Hugh Caruthers.
- 1785Court minutesThe same jury heard Charles Powell’s case against Jno. Copland.
- 1785Court minutesThe same jury heard Jno. Allison’s case against James Monro.
- 1785Court minutesA jury was sworn in James Ray’s case against James Baldridge.
- 1785Court minutesThe same jury heard James Ray’s case against James Baldridge.
- 1785Court minutesFrancis Baldridge and Alex Eastwood were fined for failing to attend as talesmen.
- 1785Court minutesA jury was sworn in Charles Abercrombie’s case against David Watson.
- 1785Court minutesThe same jury heard Charles Abercrombie’s case against Sam’l. Dannell.
- 1785Court minutesThe same jury heard Mary Pratt’s case against James Monro.
- 1785Court minutesThe same jury heard John Penn’s case against Jas. and Thos. Pickard.
- 1785Court minutesThe jury found for commissioners Potts and Carrington against Wm. Galbreath and Rob. McIntyre, but judgment was arrested.
- 1787Court minutesA venire issued, and the sheriff was directed to summon jurors John Brook, James Woody, Wm Common and 26 others for the next county court.
- 1787Court minutesThe jury awarded executor Thomas Tullock £14.8 plus costs against Daniel Baldridge.
- 1787Court minutesThe jury upheld Grear’s bond but found his tender, including an offered third horse, sufficient and returned a verdict for him.
- 1788Court minutesThe jury awarded Jno Williams £49.1 plus costs against Edmond Fanning.
- 1788Court minutesThe court appointed John McCanles as road overseer, replacing James Baldridge.
- 1788Court minutesThe jury awarded Stephen Loyd £135.17.8 plus costs against James Williams.
- 1788Court minutesThe jury awarded Sam’l Parks £68.11 plus costs; Stephen Loyd replaced James Baldridge.
- 1789DeedsJohn Embree to James Baldridge, 20 January 1789
- 1789Court minutesThe jury tried the debt action as to Clendening and awarded Jno Smith Hurst £128.0.0 plus costs.
- 1789Court minutesDeed, John Embree & wife to James Baldridge, proved by John Carson.
- 1789Court minutesThe sheriff was directed to summon twelve named jurors for the next Superior Court.
- 1789Court minutesOn appeal, the jury awarded James Christmas damages and costs against Isaac Kirk.
1790s
- 1790DeedsJames Allison to James Baldridge, 26 May 1790
- 1790Court minutesA juror was withdrawn in Farmer’s action against Jones.
- 1790Court minutesThe jury awarded Peter V Williamson £60.8 plus costs against Samuel May; an appeal followed.
- 1790Court minutesThe jury awarded guardian Mark Patterson £6 plus costs against Alexander Rhodes.
- 1790Court minutesThe court licensed Henry Thompson’s Hillsborough tavern and approved Rencher and Baldridge as sureties.
- 1790Court minutesDeed, James Allison to James Baldridge, acknowledged in court.
- 1790Court minutesOfficial James Baldridge returned the district taxable list.
- 1790Tax listsThe 1790 tax list: Dan’l Baldridge (Hillsborough District)
- 1790Tax listsThe 1790 tax list: James Baldridge (Hillsborough District)
- 1791DeedsDaniel Baldridge to Henry Thompson, 28 February 1791
- 1791DeedsJames Baldridge to John Elliott, 4 October 1791
- 1791Court minutesDeed, Daniel Baldridge to Henry Thompson, acknowledged in court.
- 1791Court minutesJustices Jno Walker, George Danael, Wm Lytle and 21 others attended the election of a new sheriff.
- 1791Court minutesFrancis Baldridge and five other jurors incurred conditional fines for missed attendance.
- 1791Court minutesFrancis Baldridge was excused from jury duty after giving the same oath.
- 1792Court minutesSterling Harris was permitted a further account for painting and lumber purchased from James Baldridge for the stocks and pillory.
- 1792Court minutesAdministration of the estate of Robert Jordon granted to Thomas Jordon; sureties Wm Shepperd and James Baldridge.
- 1792Court minutesAdministration of the estate of Humphry Durham granted to Wm Shepperd; sureties James Baldridge.
- 1793Court minutesThe county court opened its sitting with justices James Carson, James Baldridge and John Thompson present.
- 1795Court minutesThe sheriff was directed to summon jurors John Casey, John Kennon, Thomas Horner and 27 others for August court.
- 1795Court minutesJustices Geo Dannel, Jno Thompson, James Christmas and 10 others attended the appointment of the county register.
- 1795Court minutesThe jury found James Carson’s covenant unperformed and awarded Wm Ellegard damages and costs.
- 1795Court minutesHenry Trolinger was nonsuited in his appeal against Benjamin Thomas.
- 1795Court minutesIsaac was convicted of petty larceny after enslaved witnesses testified; the court ordered thirty-nine lashes.
- 1796Court minutesThe court appointed John G Rencher guardian for Jno Morgan Jr and Solomon Parks Morgan because their father could not manage their property.
- 1796Court minutesAndrew Murdock qualified as sheriff and posted separate bonds for office duties and collection of public and county taxes.
- 1796Court minutesJames Baldridge qualified as public buildings treasurer and posted bond with Walter Alves, Wm Kirkland and Henry Thompson Sr.
- 1797DeedsFrancis Baldridge to William Roark, 20 February 1797
- 1797DeedsNorth Carolina to James Baldridge, 8 December 1797
- 1797Court minutesThe county court opened its sitting with justices Wm McCauley, Sterling Harris, James Christmas and 3 others present.
- 1797Court minutesJustices James Carson, William McCauley, Robert Campbell and 9 others attended the sheriff election.
- 1797Court minutesOn W Duffey’s motion, the court ordered a duplicate land warrant for James Baldridge, supported by affidavits from Baldridge and Charles…
- 1797Court minutesThe county court opened its sitting with justices James Baldridge, William Lytle, Absalom Tatom and 2 others present.
- 1797Court minutesDeed, Robert Jourdan to Mary Clark, proved by James Baldridge & Tho Jourdan.
- 1797Court minutesAdministration of the estate of Alexander Moore granted to Henry Moore.
- 1798DeedsJames Coghlin to James Baldridge, 1 January 1798
- 1798DeedsJames Coghlin to James Baldridge, 4 January 1798
- 1798DeedsJames Coghlin to James Baldridge, 4 January 1798
- 1798MarriagesMarriage bond: William Baldridge and Elizabeth Kulin
- 1798MarriagesMarriage bond: William McCandless and Hannah Baldridge
- 1798Court minutesDeed, Frances Baldridge to Wm Roark, proved by James Turrentine.
- 1799DeedsNorth Carolina to James Baldridge, 15 February 1799
- 1799DeedsNorth Carolina to James Baldridge, 15 February 1799
- 1799DeedsWilliam McCandless to James Baldridge, 19 February 1799
- 1799DeedsNorth Carolina to Malcom Baldridge, 11 March 1799
- 1799Court minutesThe clerk’s memorandum recorded distribution of assembly acts and journals to Chatham and named recipients (Wm Shepperd, Ro Tinnen, James…
- 1799Court minutesJames Baldridge was appointed to receive taxable-property lists.
- 1799Court minutesSamuel Turrentine was elected sheriff to succeed A Murdock, received his commission, and qualified.
- 1799Court minutesJames Baldridge received reimbursement for jail repairs, to be deducted from the current treasurer’s account.
- 1799Court minutesJames Baldridge registered his livestock earmark.
- 1799Court minutesBond to David English, proved by James Baldridge.
- 1799Court minutesThe assembled justices elected Abner B Bruce as county register, and he furnished security.
- 1799Court minutesThe county court opened its sitting with justices Sterling Harris, James Baldridge and John Rhodes present.
- 1799Court minutesThe court reduced Wm Baldridge’s prior judgment to fifteen days upon payment of costs.
1800s
- 1800DeedsNorth Carolina to James Baldridge, 20 September 1800
- 1800Court minutesThe court appointed James Crutchfield as guardian of Sarah Steel and Nancy Steel and Joseph Steel.
- 1800Court minutesElizabeth Steel and Mary Steel chose James Crutchfield as guardian, and he furnished bonds.
- 1800Court minutesThe court ordered John Baldridge, charged as father, to support Elizabeth Kirby’s child through immediate and annual payments.
- 1800Court minutesDeed, James Coghlin to James Baldridge, proved by Malcolm Baldridge.
- 1800Court minutesDeed, James Coghlin to [James] Baldridge, proved by Malcolm Baldridge.
- 1800WillsWill of Deborah Turrentine
- 1801DeedsHenry Thompson Sr to John Baldridge, 25 August 1801
- 1801MarriagesMarriage bond: John Baldridge and Sarah Clark
- 1801Court minutesThe court appointed James Latta and commissioners to allot David English and other petitioners their shares of David English Sr’s real es…
- 1801Court minutesThe county court opened its sitting with justices Samuel Benton, Sterling Harris, James Baldridge and 3 others present.
- 1801Court minutesThe county court opened its sitting with justices Wm McCauley, James Baldridge and Isaac Holt present.
- 1801Court minutesThe court resumed its sitting with justices Samuel Benton, Wm McCauley and James Baldridge present.
- 1801Court minutesSamuel Turrentine was reelected sheriff, furnished security and qualified.
- 1801Court minutesJurors acquitted John Carrington of keeping a disorderly house.
- 1801Court minutesJurors acquitted Tho Thomas of assault.
- 1802DeedsJames Baldridge to Malcolm Baldridge, 10 November 1802
- 1803DeedsJohn Baldridge to John Hall, 13 September 1803
- 1803DeedsDaniel Baldridge to William Cock, 12 September 1803
- 1803MarriagesMarriage bond: Robert Baldridge and Betsey Dickey
- 1803MarriagesMarriage bond: John Murray and Elizabeth Baldridge
- 1803Court minutesAdministration of the estate of Malcolm Baldridge granted to Stephen Baldridge; sureties Henry Thompson and John Woods.
- 1803WillsWill of James Baldridge
- 1804MarriagesMarriage bond: Stephen Baldridge and Nelly Thompson
- 1804MarriagesMarriage bond: Thomas Woods and Susannah Baldridge
- 1804Court minutesDeed, John Baldridge to Thomas Hall, proved by Thomas Woods.
- 1804Court minutesPolley Baldridge selected David White as guardian, and he furnished bond.
- 1804Court minutesStephen Baldridge became guardian of Susannah Baldridge and Charity Baldridge.
- 1804Court minutesDavid White became guardian of Jean Baldridge and Charity Baldridge.
- 1804Court minutesStephen Baldridge became guardian of Josiah Baldridge and Martha Baldridge.
- 1804Court minutesThe court authorized guardians David White and Stephen Baldridge to sell their wards’ inherited land to discharge Malcom Baldridge’s and…
- 1805DeedsJane Baldridge & Margaret Baldridge & Mary Baldridge by guardian to David Ray, 10 October 1805
- 1805DeedsAnne Baldridge to David Ray, 10 October 1805
- 1805DeedsStephen Baldridge to David Ray, 10 October 1805
- 1805DeedsSusannah Baldridge & Charity Baldridge & Josiah Baldridge & Martha Baldridge by guardian to David Ray, 10 October 1805
- 1805MarriagesMarriage bond: Andrew Baldridge and Peggy Gourley
- 1805MarriagesMarriage bond: Danl Baldridge and Rebecca Douglass
- 1805MarriagesMarriage bond: Andrew McBroom and Martha Baldridge
- 1805MarriagesMarriage bond: Joseph Maxfield and Elizabeth Baldridge
- 1806DeedsDaniel Baldridge to William Baldridge, 27 August 1806
- 1806DeedsStephen White Baldridge to David Ray, 5 February 1806
- 1806DeedsWilliam Baldridge to William Hall, 3 October 1806
- 1806Court minutesAdministration of the estate of Polley Baldridge granted to Thomas Woods; sureties Sam’l Woods and And[rew] Moore.
- 1807Court minutesDeed, Daniel Baldridge to William Cock, proved by William McKisack.
1810s
- 1810DeedsDaniel Baldridge to Samuel Turrentine, 1 May 1810
- 1810Court minutesDeed, David White & Samuel Turrentine Exrs of James Baldridge Dec'd to William Norwood, proved by Edward Robson.
- 1810Court minutesAfter David White resigned, Thomas Woods became guardian of Jane Baldridge and Margret Baldridge and furnished bond.
- 1811Court minutesDeed, Wm Baldridge to Wm Hall, proved by James Miller.
- 1812Court minutesDeed, Daniel Baldridge to Samuel Turrentine, proved by George Taylor.
- 1813WillsWill of John Woods
- 1816MarriagesMarriage bond: John L Woods and Patsy Baldridge
- 1818WillsWill of Stephen White
1820s
- 1825WillsWill of Henry Thompson
1850s
Undated
- Court minutesSamuel Shaw received a tavern license at his dwelling, bonded with Robt. Baldridge and Moses Crawford.
- Court minutesThe sheriff summoned jurors Henry Hastings, John Armstrong, Edward Turner and 28 others for next court.
- Court minutesJohn Hopkins faced a state trespass case before twelve named jurors.
- Court minutesFrancis Baldridge replaced Wm. McKee as overseer from Caswell County Line to Joseph Allisons.
- Court minutesNamed jurors were listed for the next county court.
- Court minutesJames Baldridge was appointed collector for Chatham District.
- Court minutesThirty named men were appointed grand and petit jurors for next county court and ordered summoned.
- Court minutesThe listed people were ordered summoned as jurors for next county court.
- Court minutesA jury was sworn in Dudley’s case against Rob. McIntyre and Rob. Baldridge, bail for Benj. Few.
- Court minutesA sworn jury found James Baldridge not guilty.
- Court minutesA jury was sworn in Wm. Austen’s case against Rob. Baldridge.
- Court minutesThe same jury heard James Ray’s case against James Baldridge.
- Court minutesJames Baldridge replaced Wm. Beason as road overseer.
- Court minutesA sworn jury found Joseph Pendau not guilty.
- Court minutesThe same jury found Elizabeth Witty not guilty.
- Court minutesThe same jury heard Wm. Courtney’s case against Thos. Palmer.
- Court minutesThe same jury heard Ben Leonard’s case against John Moore.
- Court minutesA jury was sworn in Wm. Clark’s case against Sam Allen.
- Court minutesA jury with two substitutions heard Elinor Davis’s case against Geo. Carrington.
- Court minutesThe same jury heard Jas. Morrow’s case against Robt. Baldridge and Wm. Tate.
- Court minutesA jury with three substitutions heard Rob. Dukus’s case against Millners.
- Court minutesThe same jury heard James Walton’s case against James Monro.
- Court minutesJohn Heath’s executors proceeded against Thomas Moreland before a jury.
- Court minutesThe sheriff returned the venire naming the listed prospective jurors.
- Court minutesFifteen grand jurors were empaneled and sworn, with James Baldridge designated foreman.
- Court minutesThe jury awarded Adam Rice damages recorded as 234.16 plus costs against Thos Davis.
- Court minutesThe court directed the sheriff to summon grand jurors Lewis Kirk, James Carr Jun’r, James Newland and 32 others for the next county court.
- Court minutesThe sheriff returned the venire listing the summoned jurors.
- Court minutesFifteen grand jurors were empaneled and sworn, with Sterling Harris as foreman.
- Court minutesThe sheriff returned the executed venire naming the summoned jurors.
- Court minutesThe record listed remaining original-panel jurors and marked Jno Greham excused.
- Court minutesThe court recorded Shaderick Forrester, Tho Gwinn, Abraham Anderson and 33 others for jury service.
- Court minutesThe court listed the remaining members of the original jury panel.
- Court minutesThe county court opened its sitting with justices Sterling Harris, And Burke and James Baldridge present.
- Court minutesJustices John Taylor, Wm McCauley, Wm Watters and 14 others took the prescribed oath supporting the United States Constitution.
- Court minutesThe county court opened its sitting with justices Wm Rainey, Wm Courtney, Jno Thompson and 29 others present.
- Court minutesAdministration of the estate of John Dick granted to Elizabeth Dick; sureties James Baldridge, James Carson and Hardress Hawkins.
- Court minutesThe county court opened its sitting with justices Sterling Harris, William McCauley and James Baldridge present.
- Court minutesJustices Empson Bird, John Thompson, Archer Campbell and 32 others attended the sheriff’s election.
- Court minutesThe sheriff was directed to summon jurors Empson Bird, Wm Hooper, James Carson and 11 others for Superior Court.
- Court minutesThe justices divided themselves into four classes for holding court.
- Court minutesThe county court opened its sitting with justices William Courtney, James Baldridge and William Lytle present.
- Court minutesThe county court opened its sitting with justices Wm Courtney, William Lytle and James Baldridge present.
- Court minutesThe county court opened its sitting with justices Wm Courtney, Wm Lytle and James Baldridge present.
- Court minutesThe county court opened its sitting with justices Wm Courtney, Wm Lytle, James Baldridge and Andrew Murdock present.
- Court minutesThe county court opened its sitting with justices A Tatom, Jno Thompson, James Christmass and 18 others present.
- Court minutesThomas Mulhollan became county surveyor with approved sureties.
- Court minutesThe sheriff returned the jury summons list.
- Court minutesBenjamin Thomas won nominal damages and costs against Peter Noey.
- Court minutesThe court listed the remaining original-panel jurors.
- Court minutesThe county court opened its sitting with justices Wm Shepperd, James Baldridge, Jonathan Lindley and Wm Courtney present.
- Court minutesJurors rejected payment and setoff in the trustees’ debt action against Stephen Gappens and others.
- Court minutesGeo Johnston recovered damages and costs against James Patterson; jurors rejected payment, satisfaction and setoff.
- Court minutesJames Philips recovered damages and costs against Wm Nash.
- Court minutesJames Baldridge became public buildings treasurer; the court approved John Sloss, Wm Shepperd and Henry Thompson as sureties.
- Court minutesJames Baldridge was appointed to receive the district’s taxable lists.
- Court minutesJoseph Armstrong was elected constable and posted security.
- Court minutesThe court appointed Daniel Baldridge as road overseer, replacing Wm Shannan.
- Court minutesThe court appointed John Armstrong as road overseer.
- Court minutesThe county court opened its sitting with justices James Carson, Absalom Tatom, Sterling Harris and 4 others present.
- Court minutesA motion to compensate Tobias Rogers for the bridge at Matthew McCauleys mill failed when the justices divided evenly.
- Court minutesJustices Wm Ray, Wm Rainey, Benj Lacy and 19 others attended the court.
- Court minutesCharles Christmas renewed his surveyor bond with Andrew Murdock, Wm McCauley, Reuben Smith and James Baldridge as sureties.
- Court minutesSterling Harris, James Baldridge and Jno Thompson examined David Ray’s county accounts; the court accepted their report and filed the acc…
- Court minutesDeed, James Andrews to Wm McCanless, proved by James Baldridge.
- Court minutesThe county court opened its sitting with justices Wm Shepperd, John Rhodes, John Thompson and 5 others present.
- Court minutesThe court renewed the previous county tax and added poll, land and town property taxes to pay county court jurors.
- Court minutesThe court allowed public buildings treasurer James Baldridge credit for jail and courthouse repairs.
- Court minutesThe county court opened its sitting with justices William McCauley, Sterling Harris and James Baldridge present.
- Court minutesThe court fined Daniel Baldridge for nonattendance, then remitted the fine.
- Court minutesWilliam McQuiston recovered damages and costs against Augustus Benton; jurors rejected payment and setoff.
- Court minutesSterling Harris, James Christmas and James Baldridge attended the resumed court.
- Court minutesThe county court opened its sitting with justices Wm McCauley, Sterling Harris and James Baldridge present.
- Court minutesThe county court opened its sitting with justices James Carson, Wm Shepperd, James Baldridge and 9 others present.
- Court minutesThe county court opened its sitting with justices Wm McCauley, James Baldridge and John Thompson present.
- Court minutesThe prosecution against Wm Baldridge for assaulting a constable and receiving seized goods was abandoned; the prosecutor was charged costs.
- Court minutesAfter Morgan Hart resigned, the justices elected John Taylor Jr clerk; he furnished bonds and qualified, and Robert Williams received the…
- Court minutesThe county court opened its sitting with justices Samuel Benton, James Baldridge, James Carson and James Walker present.
- Court minutesThe court convened with justices Samuel Benton, James Baldridge, John Thompson and James Carson present.
- Court minutesJurors awarded Frances Child the remaining bond balance against James Baldridge after payments and setoffs.
- Court minutesJurors upheld Eliza Stroud’s promise, rejected setoff and awarded John Ferrington damages against her executor.
- Court minutesSam’l Turrentine qualified as executor for James Baldridge’s estate.
- Court minutesMartha Baldridge formally dissented from her late husband James Baldridge’s will.
- Court minutesJames Baldridge’s executors received a bond balance and damages against Charles Christmas after credits for cash, equipment and surveying.
- Court minutesAnd’w McBroom replaced Stephen Baldridge as guardian of Josiah and Martha Baldridge because Baldridge planned to leave the state.
- Court minutesDeed, Daniel Baldridge to Wm Baldridge, proved by James Bryan.
- WillsBond: Thomas Mulholland to David English
