Will of John Stronge of Chard, Proved 22 Sept. 1612
Where as the said John Stronge lieth sick of body but of good and perfect memory....to the poor of Chardland 4 shillings ....to the Church 2 shillings.... to my son John Strong, 10 pounds...to my child that my wife goeth with all 10 pounds....If either of them die it shall remain to the other, until they be of lawful year....To my brother Thomas Strong's daughter, my godaughter, 2 shillings. I give the other two, 1 shilling each....I make my wife whole executor of such goods as I have....I make my overseers My father george strong, John Bowbridge, Walter Strong. John Warry.... Witnesess:Henry Warry.