Mary Prince Warner's first husband was Jonathan Prince. He was a cordwinder.
Mary became a widow when Jonathan died about 1685. She was the administratrix of his estate and sold his house, shop and lot.
She married John Warner in 1691. Their children and life together are described in detail in the section on John and Mary Warner.
She became a widow again when John died in 1712. Mary, according to his will, was provided support and allowed to enjoy the parlor, and chamber over the parlor.
Old Style Calendar
Before 1752 the year began on Lady Day, March 25th,. Dates between January 1st and March 24th were at the end of the year. Old Style (O.S.) and New Style (N.S.) are used to indicate whether the year has been adjusted. Often both dates are used.
A cordwainer (or cordwinder) made shoes from fine, soft leather. There was a distinction between a cordwainer, who made shoes, and a cobbler who repaired them.
