JOHN K.B. EMORY, c. 1769-1829

Treasurer of the Eastern Shore, 1825-1826

John King Beck Emory was born in Queen Anne's County about 1769, the son of Thomas Emory (?-1803) and the fifth generation descendent of several prominent Eastern shore families. He lived on part of his father's land, known as Welsh Ridge where he raised corn, oats, and wheat.

Emory was trustee for the Queen Anne's County Almshouse for at least 19 years between 1802 and his death. He also served on county committees to repair the jail and to care for the poor of Wye Hundred. From 1825 to 1826 he was Treasurer of the Eastern Shore.

At his death in 1829, Mr. Emory owned a personal estate valued at $3670, including seven servants and slaves and over $800 in cash.

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