Born ca. 1866 in [Broadkiln Hundred], Sussex Co., Delaware

John's age in the census records: in 1870, age 6; in 1880, age 13.
In 1870 John resided in the household of William and Mary (-----) Mosley.
In 1880 John resided in the household of Mrs Mary (-----) Mosley. He was reported to be her grandson.

1870 - U.S. Census, Delaware, Sussex Co., Broadkiln Hundred, Page No. 30 [=491 verso], 209-210, 08 Jul 1870
1880 - U.S. Census, Delaware, Sussex Co., Broadkiln Hundred, E.D. 46, Page No. 29 [=440A], [259]-259, 17 Jun 1880