CHARLES SAVAGE, 570 acs., Low. Par. of Surry Co., on Black Water brs., 20 Apr. 1682, p. 136. Betwixt major Marriot's land, in possession of Mr. Samll. Thompson, & Nicho. Sessums' land; &c. Trans. of 12 pers.: Miles Cooke, Tristram Southel, Abell Hatcher, Margt. Wms. (Williams), Eliz. Scott, Margery Goffe, Danll. Sweet, Tho. Boytes (or Baytes), Orrel Mechanister, Phillis Gary, Richd. Lane, Tho. Page.

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AI Overview
Isle of Wight map | Andersons of Colonial N. Carolina
Surry County (est. 1652) and Isle of Wight County (est. 1634 as Warrosquyoake Shire) are two of Virginia's oldest counties, formed from early colonial settlements near Jamestown, sharing histories rooted in the James River, Native American interaction, English colonization, tobacco, and evolving agricultural economies, with significant records found in deeds and early wills, as detailed by local historical societies and genealogy resources.
Surry County History (Formed 1652)
Origin: Created from James City County, named for Surrey, England.
Early Life: Part of the original Virginia Colony's development, with early parishes like Lawne's Creek.
Economy: Known for farming, particularly tobacco, and later lumber and Virginia Hams.
Key Sites: The Town of Surry Historic District reflects mid-18th century growth with historic architecture.
Isle of Wight County History (Formed 1634)
Origin: One of Virginia's original eight shires (Warrosquyoake Shire), renamed Isle of Wight in 1637.
Early Settlement: Settled south of the James River around 1619, with Captain John Smith interacting with local tribes for corn.
Significance: Contains some of the earliest colonial records in Virginia, documented in its deeds and wills.
Shared Colonial History
Proximity: Both lie along the James River, near the Jamestown settlement.
Genealogy: Extensive historical records, including wills and deeds, are preserved by groups like the Surry County Historical Society and the Isle of Wight County Museum, detailing early colonial families.
Finding More Information
Virginia Department of Historic Resources: Provides details on historic districts like Surry.
Surry County Historical Society: Offers resources and articles on local history.
Isle of Wight County Museum: Focuses on local genealogy and history.