Clay of Yorkshire

The county of Yorkshire was once described as the Clay capital of England and there is indeed a remarkable amount of documentation to give some credibility to that claim. The following items are some of the early Clay references I have recorded relating to that particular county.

c1190. William de Clay witness to a land transfer at Hornesburtone. Hornsea. Yorks. ( East Riding Archives Ref. - DDCC/51/1).

1275. Desseison arranged by the wife of Henry le Seneschal against Richard le Clay and Agnes his wife and the son of Robert del Clay regarding a tenement in Dalton. Yorks. (Cal. Pat Roll. 3 Edw.1 m.14d).

1275. Conisboro. Yorkshire. Latin transcript reads - Ric de Clea took the blame where it was unjust. (Rotuli Hundredum Edw.1).

1275. Latin transcript reads - Robs de Clay found the treasure in circle of Gilbi de Cheylle. - Listed under Hoyland Wapentak de Kykketon. (Rotuli Hundredum page 383).

1277. Thomas de Clay and 3 others witness at Beverley in a latin charter. Tenancies in Molscroft. (The Cartulary of Meaux 05860352).

1279. Godfrey Aguillon and Alan de Walkingham to take assise of novel disseisin against William del Cley regarding a tenement in Beverley. (Annual Report of the Deputy Keeper of Public Records).

1280. A grant by consent of Robert Dean of the Chapter of York confirmed to Thomas de Clay, Hugh de Clay and a number of others. (Ref.- The Antiquities and History of the town of Beverley).

1280. William de Clay admitted vicar of Salton. (Ref.- Fasti Ecclesiae Anglicanae vol. 3).

1281. William del Cley concerning a tenement in Beverley. (TNA. Calendar of Patent Rolls 9 Edw.1 membrane 16d).

1288. November. William del Clay and 12 others regarding grants of messuages and lands in several Yorkshire villages and towns. (TNA Ref.- C143/12/17  and C143/14/16).

1290. Simon de Rupe quer (by Richard de Clay) and Robert de Dyghton of Harewod. Yorkshire of a message and 19 acres. (Book Yorkshire page 41).

1290. Petition in Parliament. Wills del Clay is mentioned concerning Yorkshire. (TNA Petitions).

1290. William del Clay had 8 acres  of land in Beverley. Yorkshire. (TNA Ref.- Calendar of Patent Rolls).

1290. John del Clay witness to a sum of money paid at Elland. (Ref.- PC2023).

1200s Know that I William del Clay have confirmed to God and the church of St John. Pontefract 30 pence of rent with my body to be buried there if it shall please God from the land in the town of Pontefract in the new market between the land of Robert Wheldale and the land of Adam my son. (The Chartulary of St John at Pontefract)

No Date. Pardon for John del Clay of Beverley for breaking out of the King's prison at Rypon and for other felonies. (Ref.- Book.- Crecy and Calais).

1292. Hugh de Clay and his wife tenants listed in Mekesburgh Manor Court Roll. Yorkshire. - (Probably Mexborough) – (Notts Archives Ref. - DD/FJ/6/6/1-7).

1296. Robert Clay owned a house in Elland parish on the site of the present “Clay House” (Calderdale Library Ref. - “History of Clay House” ).

1297. Lay Subsidy. Elia del Clay taxed in Beverley 2s.8d. (Yorkshire Lay Subsidys. Record Series vol. 16 page 155).

1301. John de Clay senior and Richard de Northland chaplain to Sir John of Elland lands in Elland. Yorkshire. (Notts Archives Ref.- DD/SR/209/295).

No Date. Sir John del Clay grants lands and tenements in ten places near Elland, mentions Sir Richard de Northland. (Norland in Elland Parish) - (Notts Archives Ref. - DD/SR/30/4).  

1301. Yorkshire Lay Subsidies (Tax).- (The National Archives Ref.- E179 Series). -

Richard de Clay ------------ taxed 4s-10d. - Sutton sub Galters. Bulmer Wapentake.

Ada del Clay ---------------- taxed 2s-10d. - Pons Belli. Interhouse et Derwent Wapentake.

Avota del Clay -------------- taxed 12d.     - Newby. Halikeld Wapentake.

Nicholas del Clay ---------- taxed 6s- 6d.  - Fadmore. Rydale Wapentake.

Ada de Clay ----------------- taxed 3s-10d .- Nether Ellington. Hang Wapentake.

1302. Sept. 23rd. Inquisition. Richard de Claye of Sutton. Yorkshire and others that  the master of the hospital of St Leonard of York have been used to have all the branches of fallen oaks. (YAS. Vol. 037).

1304. April 10th. Inquisition made at Hedon by William Clay and 11 others that the vill of Hedon is a free borough and those dwelling in the vill may leave their tenements to whom they will. (YAS. 037).

1304. Inquisition at the manor of Masham. Yorkshire. Witness Adam del Clay. (Ref.- Inquisition Record Series vol. 037).

1304. Margery formely wife of Robert de Clay in her widowhood granted to Henry de Rockley the Cogh in a place called Clay within the bounds of Oxsring in Yorkshire.  (Ref.- History of Parishes).

1306. Hugone du Clay witness to a grant at Beverley. (Ref.-= Memorials of Beverley Minster).

1309. Hugh del Clay of Beverley. Will at York  Archives  - Archdeaconty of the East Riding. (Ref.- Register 7 f. 208. entry 3).

1309. Feb.15th. Commission to Master Richard del Clay  to absolve the household and domestic servants of Joan de Wake excommunicated for communicating with Nicholas Rippingale. Dated at Bishop Wilton East Riding Yorkshire. (Ref.- Borthwick Institute Register 7 f. 173 (recto) entry 2).

1310. July. 4th. Appointment of Master Richard del Clay as keeper and administrator of the temporalities  of the prioress and convent of Keldholme a reilgious house of nuns. (Ref.- Borthwick Institute  Register 7 f. 181 (verso) entry 2).

1310. Aug. 5th. Archdeaconry of Cleveland.  Licence for Master Richard del Clay (priest) to have masses celebrated in his oratory within his Manor of Fadmor in the parish of Kirkbymoorside for 3 years.  ---- (Ref.- Borthwick Institute  Register 7  f. 181 (verso) entry 6).

1310. Richard del Clay vicar of Lastingham. Yorkshire was directected to proceed to Keldholme Priory and sort the dispute between nuns. (Ref.- History of the County of York. Vol. 3). - British History Online.

1311. Jan. 20th. John de Clay priest of St John Lee. Beverley. (Ref.- Archbishop's Register. 7 f. 104 verso entry 4).

1311. Beverley Deed. Thomas the Shepherd of Thurgerland gives to his brother the rent of appurtenances which he bought from John son of Robert del Clay. (Ref.- YAS Archives Collection).

1312. Feb. 8th. William dil Clay priest. Induction to a moiety of the church of Thwing (Twenge.) Yorkshire.  (Ref.-  Archbishop's Register 8 f. 141 recto entry 3).

1312. Aug. 10th. William del Clay  priest was presented until 29th Jan. 1337/8 and Robert de Thweng chaplain was presented on the death of William del Clay. (Ref.- Yorkshire Archaeological Society).

1313. March 20th. Licence for Master Richard de Clay priest to have masses within his manor of Fadmoor in the parish of Kirkbymoorside for 2 years. (Ref.- Archbishop's Register 8 f. 118 recto, entry 5).

1313. March 30th. Subject Reiligious House. Nuns. - Exhortation to the prioress and convent of Keldholme to preserve love and unity among them with an order that Richard del Clay their coadjutor should inquire about the discord in their house. (Ref.-  Borthwick Institute Register 8 f. 118 (recto) entry 6).

1313, 1316 and 1320 Deeds of Elland and Greteland mention John son of Robert del Clay and John del Clay as a witness to one Deed. (Ref.- Yorkshire Archaeological Journal page 152).

1313. . 6th. Wakefield Court Roll. John del Clay was in attendance. (Court Rolls of the Manor of Wakefield vol. 3).

1314. Nov. 5th. Orderfor induction of Master Richard del Clay priest to the vicarage of Lastingham. (Ref.- Borthwick Institute Register 8 f. 126 (recto) entry 6).

1315. Oct. 27th. Monition to Master Richard del Clay vicar of Lestingham keeper of Keldholme priory for Emma de Eboraco (York) and Mary de Holme nuns of the house to obey their prioress having been discovered following a visitation to be disobedient and rebellious insulting to her and meddling in the administration of the house. (Ref.- Borthwick Institute Register 8 f. 133 (recto) Entry 5).

1316. Wakefield Court Roll. John del Clay and a large number of others in attendance.  (Court Roll of the Manor of Wakefield vol. 3).

1317. Oct.18th. Hugh de Clay witness to a gift of land called Le Park in the field of Etton to her father Laurence de Etton from his daughter Amanda. (Ref.- East Riding of Yorkshire Archives and Local Studies. - DDCC / 149 / 26 / A7).

1319. March 14th. Commission to Master Richard del Clay vicar of Lastingham to hear confessions of nuns who concealed facts during the Visitation.  (Ref.- Archbishop's Register 9 A f. 276 verso  entry 3).

1320.  John del Clay witness to a land grant in Rastrick and Hipperum. Yorkshire. (Ref.- Yorkshire Deeds vol. 3).

1320. Deed mentions John son of William Greetland grants to John del Clay an acre  of land which his father bought. (The Parish Registers of Kirkburton co York vol. 2 page 11).

1322. Thomas de Clay.  Mercer. (Register of the Freemen of the City of York. Vol.1).

1323. Dec. 4th. Grant by William Elland to James Elland of all his tenements and land in the vill of Fekesby. Witness John de Clay and 4 others. (Yorkshire Deeds. Vol. 4 edited by Charles Travis Clay). 

1326. April 25th. Grant by John de Elland knight to Roger del Schogh land in Elleand. Witness John del Cley. (Ref.- Yorkshire Archaeological Journal vol. 12).

1326. Deed. John de Elland knight grants to John son of Robert de Claye and his heirs the sixteenth part of all the waste in Rishworth. (Ref.- A Concise History of the Parish of Halifax).

1327. Thomas de Clay resident of Beverley. Yorkshire. (Ref.- Close Roll Ed.111 part 5). - British History Online.

1327. Court Case. Thomas del Clay of York. Plaintiff. Peter Bateman of Ravenser. Defendant concerning debt. (Index de Banco membrane 3d).

1327. May 18th. Thomas abbot of Thornton and Arnold de Thorp executors of the Will of William fitz Clay who simillary holds the manor of Goushull. (TNA.- Calendar of Inquisitions Post Mortem).

1327. July 27th. Court.  Richard de Clay of Swyne for the death of John Page before the coronation. (Ref.- Calendar of Patent Rolls vol. 16).

1328. May 26th. Willimus de Clay de Hedon. Latin transcript - Deaconship he was sent by the grace of Master Dionysius Avenel for 3 months. (Ref.- Memorials of Beverley vol. 2).

1329. February. John del Clay witness to a deed of land transfer Whytewode Hamlet in vil of Clifton juxta Hertesheved. (West Yorkshire Archives Calderdale Ref.- KM/44).

1330. Grant of a messuage in Beverley and a garden in Aldgate. Witness Thomas de Cley and a number of others. (University of Manchester Ref.- GB133 ARL/24/12).

1330. Oct. 20th. Mandate to the Dean of Retford to enforce William del Clay of Markham payments to Beatrice Spenser of Upton for the sustenance of his illegitmate children. (AB Reg. 9B f.452 recto 4).

1331. Aug.10th. Transfer of lands in Grenehill to William de Totehill. Witness John del Clay and 4 others at Fekesby. (Ref.- Yorkshire Deeds Vol. 4 by Charles Travis Clay).

1331. Nov. 12th. Quarmby. Receipt from Henry the miller of Quarmby to Hugh Barker for residue of his goods. Witness. John del Clay and 4 others. (Rewf.- Yorkshire Deeds vol. 1).

1332. Andreas del Clay. (Register of the Freemen of the City of York. Vol. 1).

1333.July 18th. The prior of the House of Holy Trinity. York acknowledges that he owes John del Clay of Staynfordbrigg £24. (TNA. Calendar of Close Rolls vol. 3).

1333. Nicholas del Clay and others concerning land in Bulford. (Ref.- Cartularium Yorkshire).

1333. Quitclaim. Matildis de Clay uxoris Robert Curthose in Broctona. Abbey Broughton. Cleeveland. (Ref.- Cartularium Yorkshire).

1334. Court of Pykeryng. Certain lands and tenements in Pykeryng in the holding of Edmund Clay 5 Shillings rent. (Certificates of the Commissioners vol. 91 page 58).

1334. The Sheriff of York is ordered to arrest a number of men for refusing military service including John Clay of Patrington. (Book.- Some Historic Mansions of Yorkshire and their Associations vol .2).

1334. Robertus de Clay.  Armourer. (Register of the Freemen of the City of York).

1334. April 12th. Thomas del Clay and John his son and others concerning the assise of bread and ale in Beverley. (Calendar of Patent Rolls vol. 2 membrane 22d).

1334. Beverley. Yorkshire. Complaint by William Archbishop of York that William son of Thomas del Clay and others has forcibly prevented him from making assise of bread and ale whereby he has lost his profit. Further they have many times assaulted his bailiffs and ministers and his other men and servants and have so threatened those that he can now scarcely find anyone to serve him.  (Ref.- Calendar of Patent Rolls vol. 2 membrane 22d).

1335. July 18th. The Prior of Holy Trinity at York acknowledges that he owes John del Clay of Staynford Bridge £24. (TNA.- Calendar of Close Rolls).

1335. John Clay witness in a Latin Yorkshire Document. (Yorkshire  Archaeological Journal  parts 41 - 44).

1335. Dec. 3rd. John del Clay witness to transfer of a meadow in Etton. Yorkshire. (Ref.- East Riding Archives.  DDCC/149/26/ 5).

1335 and 1336. Thomas de Clay the elder of Beverley. Searcher of Money in Beverley. (TNA Ref. - Calendar of Fine Rolls).

1337. Dec. 7th. Lease of a capital messuage called Clay Hall in Cawthorne and 3 closes of land called Clay Croft. (Ref. - Barnsley Archives and Local Studies Department. SpSt/192/3 - 4).

1338. Jan. 29th. Licence for William del Clay rector of the church of Thwing (Tweng)  for non residence  for 1 year. (Ref.- Archbishop's Register. 9A f. 396 verso, entry 3).

1338. July 1st. Thomas del Clay concerning 24 marks for 3 sacks of wool at 8 marks per sack in the County of Yorkshire. (TNA Ref.- Calendar of Patent Rolls).

1338. July 17th. Commission to Hugh del Clay to collect in the port of Kyngston upon Hull  the custom of wools and hides etc. (TNA Ref.- Calendar of Fine Rolls 1338 membrane 19 page 78).

1339. Sept. 3rd. The King appointed Ralph de Hastynges  sheriff of York to make inquisitions regarding concealment of wool. The said Ralph came to Beverley to make such inquisitions there, Thomas del Clay, John del Clay, William del Clay and others all of Beverley assaulted him and his men and servants there and prevented the taking of the inquisition. (TNA - Calendar of Patent Rolls membrane 15d)

1339. Oct. 30th. Detention of Walter son of Richard de Clay of Howden for the death of William Loudy. (TNA Ref.- Calendar of Patent Rolls).

1340. Jan. 23rd. Induction of a new rector of the parish church of Thwing (Tweng) vacant  by the death of William del Clay the previous rector . (Ref.- Archbishop's Register 9A f. 399 recto, entry 3).

1340. April 25th. The administration of the goods formely of William del Clay rector of Thwing deceased should his executors refuse to administer them they should summon all potential debtors and creditors of the deceased to appear before them. (Ref.- Archdeaconry of the East Riding Register 5A f. 100 (recto) entry 4).

1340. July 1st. Berkhampstead. Thomas del Clay 3 sacks of wool at 8 marks a sack total  24 marks. (TNA. Calendar Patent Rolls. 1338 - 40. Edw.111 vol. 4).

1340. Oct. 15th. Appointment of Thomas de Clay of Etton and 5 others to arrest Giles Bolumvilla an alien who in derogation of the King's presentation. (TNA. Calendar of Patent Rolls 1340 - 43. vol. 5).

1341. Thomas le Clay of Beverley. clerk. (Ref.- Calendar of Close Rolls. Vol.6. Ed.111.). - British History Online.

1341. Hugh del Clay was a former collector at Hull. The King hears he has been removed from office. (Ref.- Calendar of Close Rolls Ed. 111. Vol. 6.) - British History Online.

1342. This cup was brought into the court and treasury of the Lord King by Thomam del Clay. Clerk to be inspected. (Ref.- Year books of the reign of King Edward the third page 614).

1342. July 30th. Robert de Burton  and Thomas del Clay parson of Bramwyth church acknowledge that they owe  to Thomas del Brayton clerk £16 to be levied in default of payment of their lands and        ----  chattels in the County of Yorkshire.  (TNA Ref.- Calendar of Close Rolls).

1343. March 14th. Transfer of lands within the bounds of Elland and Gretland. Witness John del Clay and 4 others. (Yorkshire Deeds Vol. 6 by Charles Travis Clay).

1343. Apr. 24th. Licence for Thomas de Clay rector of Kirk Bramwyth. South Yorkshire for non residence for 1 year. (Ref.- Archbishop's Register 10 f. 2 recto, entry 6).

1343. Nov. 22nd. Appointment of Hugh del Clay to act as steward of Benniworth. Yorkshire. (Ref.- Archbishop's Register. 10 f. 291A recto, entry 4).

1343. John de Clay. - Quitclaim to Roger de Cross one messuage and lands in Elland. Yorkshire. – (Notts Archives Ref.- DD/SR/209/326).

1343. Nov. 12th. John de Clay of Beverley and others concerning the King's right to the prebend of the alter of St Andrew in Beverley. (Ref.- Archbishop's Register.  CPR1343-5 p.178).

1344. Sir Thomas du Clay probably a member of the clergy or gentleman of quality or Lord of the Manor mentioned regarding tax records. (The Antiquities and History of Beverley).

1344. July 10th. Commission to Hugh atte Clay and 3 others to arrest  all persons sequestrated  in the  Court Christian King's Free Chapel of Tikhull and possessions of the said chapel and his ministers there and bring them before the King and Council. (TNA. Calendar of Patent Rolls. 1343 - 45. Edw. 111 vol. 6).

1345. March 16th. Notification to all persons interested that the King commanded Hugh de Clay then collector of the customs in the port of Kingston upon Hull to permitt 100 sacks of wool to be shipped and taken to foreign parts.  (TNA. Calendar of Patent Rolls 1343- 45. Edw. 111. vol. 6 membrane 22).

1345. Deed concerning land in Elland which was conveyed by John de Gretland to John de Clay and another Deed dated 1343 John del Clay made a Grant  to John his son. (Halifax Families and Worthies).

1346. John Clay and Richard de Northland chaplain to John son of Henry of Elland grant of the Manor of Elland. Yorkshire. (Notts Archives Ref.- DD/SR/209/312).

1346. Will of John de Etton. Rector bequests to his brother Thomas de Clay, William de Clay of Beverly, John de Clay and Peter de Clay. (Ref.- Court of Husting. London).

1346. May 18th. Pardon for John del Clay of Beverley for breaking out of the King's prison. (Book.- Crecy and Calais. General pardons for good service in foreign parts).

1346. Nov. 28th. Letter regarding payment of sacks of wool concerning 4 people including Thomas del Clay for 3 sacks at 8 marks per sack. (TNA Ref.- E156/28/16).

1347. May 7th. William de Clay witness to a land transfer in Beverley. Yorkshire. (Ref. - Yorkshire Archaeoglical Journal vol 12).

1348. Jan. 24th.  Hugh de Clay witness  to transfer of a meadow in Etton. Yorkshire. (Ref.- East Riding Archives.  DDCC/149/26/A10).

1348. April 10th. Grant to John del Clay the manors of Mirfield, Westheton and Estheton. (Ref.- TNA.- Inquisition Post Mortem).

1348. Apr. 29th. Licence for Thomas del Clay rector of Kirk Bramwith. Yorkshire for non residence for 1 year. (Ref.- Archbishop's Register 10 f. 19 verso, entry 4).

1348. April 30th. Grant by John son of Sir John de Elland knight and John del Clay to John de Heton the manor of Mirfield. (Yorkshire Deeds Vol. 1).

1348.  Feoffment of property in Kirkheaton. John son of Sir John of Elland knight and John del Clay. (West Yorkshire Archives Kirklees Ref.- DD/WBD/111/10).

1348. May 3rd. To John del Clay order to deliver to Thomas de Holwell prebendary in the church St John. Beverley the sum sequestrated in John's hand. The King ordered John to deliver a certain sum of money to Thomas de Boltesham and Thomas Lichfield.  (Calendar of Close Rolls Edw. 111 vol.  8).

1349. Apr. 4th. Induction of a new rector for the church of Kirk Bramwith vacant on the death of Thomas Clay previous rector. (Ref.- Archbishop's Register 10 f.29 verso, entry 1).

1349. April.  Order to 2 men to pay their debt of 13 marks to John del Clay of Beverley on pain of excummunication. (Ref.- Archbishop's Register 10 f. 353 recto, entry 6).

1349. June 9th. At Rippn. Grant of probate of the Will and testament of John de Clay who  died at Hartforth. (Ref.- Archbishop's Register 10 f. 333 verso , entry 1 and 2).

1349. June 9th. Condemnation in £20 of Peter de Clay and 2 others in relation to their duties as executors of the testament of John de Clay who died at Hartforth. (Archbishop's Reg. 10 f. 333 verso, 2).

1349. June 9th. Probate before Master Gilbert de Welton by Peter del Clay an 2 others, executors of the Will of John de Clay who died at Hartforth and their condemnation in £20 as it seemed to the judge they had disposed according to hearsay. (Ref.- Archbishop's Register 10 f. 353 recto, entry 7).

1349. June 9th. Grant of Probate by Peter del Clay executor of the Will of John de Clay who died at Hertforth - Place of event Ripon. (Ref.- Borthwick Institute Register 10 f. 353 (recto) entry 7).

1349. July 11th. John del Claye witness with 6 others at Brighouses concerning lands in the Manor of Brighouse, Rastrick and Hipperholme. (Yorkshire Deeds).

1349. Hugh de Clay and his wife Johanna of Yorkshire. (Notts Archives Ref.- DD/FJ/6/6/1-17).

1349. Hugone de Clay. Witness - Latin  Yorkshire Document. (The Yorkshire Archaeological Journal vols. 41 - 44).

1350. March 18th.  Whereas William de Etton is indicted having burned the houses of the prior of Watton at Etton and trespass against Hugh del Clay of Etton co York  in consideration of good service done by him in the garrison of Berwick on Tweed  the King has pardoned him. (TNA. Calendar of Patent Rolls 1348 - 50. Edw. 111 vol. 8).

1354. December.  John de Clay witness to land transfer at Clifton. (West Yorkshire Archives Calderdale Ref.- KM/63 and 66).

1354. Brighouse. John del Clay.  Ale Brewer and Seller. (History of Brighouse, Rastrick and Hipperholme).

1354. Thomas de Clay layman of the Diocese of York. (Ref.- Calendar of Papal Registers Vol. 3). - British History Online.

1355. John del Clay 2 shillings to take a messuage and bovate in Hyprum off John del Willeson. (Ref.- The History of Brighouse, Rastrick and Hipperholme).

1355. A Norwich Will - to be buried in the chapel of Etton bequest to Thomas de Clay and his brother William de Clay of Beverley, John de Clay and Peter de Clay sums of money. (London Court).

1355. Hugh del Clay witness to a Deed concerning property in Stainton.Yorkshire. (Notts Archives Ref.- DD/FJ/1/274/12).

1356. Hugh del Clay witness to a land grant in Harthill. (Ref.- The Yorkshire Archaeological Journal vol 12).

1356. May 27th. Grant by John de Northland regarding  land in Harthill. Witness Hugh del Clay. (Ref.- Yorkshire Archaeological Journal).

1357. Brighouse. John del Clay gives pledge. (History of Brighouse, Rastrick and Hipperholme).

1357. Aug. 22nd. Roger del Clay of Elland concerning the rights of the Priory of Lewes. (TNA Ref.- E40 / 14267).

1362. Roger del Clay was married to Claricia de Wyrenthorpe daughter of Adam Wyrenthorpe. Yorkshire.  (Ref.- Pedigree of de Wrenthorpe (Wyrenthorpe) Harlian Society Publication vol. 96).

1362. Hugo del Clay. - Chaloner. (Register of the Freemen of  the City of York. Vol. 1.).

1362. John son of Constance Clay of Elland. £20 for purpose of trading. (West Yorkshire Archives Calderdale Ref.- KM/68).

1362. Indenture / Deed. This Indenture witness that Wm. Mirfield has received from John del Clay all the money owed to him for 10 lambs 109 shillings and 10 pence and the arrears of his brother Roger.---- (West Yorkshire Archives Wakefield Ref.- C470/1).

1362. Mirfield. Deed of Receipt and Discharge between William de Mirfield and John del Clay. (West Yorkshire Archives Wakefield Ref.- C000470).

1363. Fines between William Finchedon and Roger del Clay and Clarisa his wife concerning the manor of Wrenthorp. Yorkshire. (Ref.- Manningham Family. Yorkshire Archaeological Journal).

1364. Edward de Clay of Yorkshire concerning a writ relating to London. (TNA Ref.- Calendar of Close Rolls.).

1364. July 1st.  London. Order to Nicholas de Westerdale  the Prince's  yeoman and keeper of the fees in the county of York  in pursuance of an Inquisition taken by him at the Prince's order shewing that John de Clay while he was of sound mind gave and granted by charter certain lands in Fadmore and Gilmore to Peter de Clay his brother and delivered seisin thereof to him to remove the Prince's hand from the said  lands which he lately seized by reason of the minority of John's heir on the supposition that John held them of the Prince in chief and was seized of them when he died and deliver them to Peter.  (Ref.- Register of Edward the Black Prince volume 4 folio 274d).

1365. Thomas del Clay de Etton. 5 bovates of land. (TNA Ref.- Calendar of Inquisitions Post Mortem 40 Edw. 111. vol. 2).

1367. John son of Roberti  de Clay concerning Clogh Houses in Barkisland. Yorkshire which John de Clay had held. (Ref.- History of Halifax).

1371. William del Clay and Margaret his wife concerning 1 messuage, 16 acres land, 2 acres meadow, 3 acres wood in Oxspryng. Waranty by William and Margaret for themselves. (TNA. Feet of Fines).

1372. Thomas del Clay of Etton parson of the church of St Nicholas. Beverley to grant  a messuage of land in Etton to the chaplains of Etton. (Ref.- TNA Inquisition 47 Edw. 111).

1373. Nov. 27th.  Andrew del Clay toller of York court case concerning outlawry of John atte Dyke marriner of Stockwith. (Ref.- Market Privileges. 1371-1380). - British History Online.

1374. April 24th. Court. John de Stayncliff for pious uses surrendered to Roger del Clay a messuage and 28 acres in Northourum. (History of Brighouse, Rastrick and Hipperholme).

1374. John Claye witness with 6 others to grant of a toft with appurtenances in Mikilbryng. (Ref.- Catalogues of the Charters, Rolls, Deeds in the Jackson  Collection).

1375. Sept. 23rd. Appointment of Brother William Clay. Austin Friar of Hull as Penitentiary (Place of Penance) in the Deanery of Holderness. Yorkshire. (Ref.- Archbishop's Register 12 f. 53 verso, entry 5).

1377. Thomas de Clay. Rector of St Nicholas. Beverley. (Will at York).

1377. Edward de Clay. Manor of Hatfield. (Feet of Fines – TNA Ref.- CP25/1).

1377. Poll Tax. Johannes de Clee and wife of Kingston upon Hull. Blackfriargate. East Riding. Taxed 8 pence. - (The National Archives Ref.- E179/206/45d. r2).

1377. Poll Tax. Johannes del Clay of Methley. Agbrigg Wapentake. West Riding. - Collecter of the Tax. - (TNA Ref.- E179/206/35/7).

1379. Poll Tax. Johannes del Clay and wife Johanna of Braithwell. Strafforth Wapentake. West Riding. Taxed 1 groat (= 4d each). - (TNA Ref.- E179/206/49.r1.c1).

1379. Poll Tax. Willemus Clay fleshewer and wife Margeria of Wombell. Strafforth Wapentake. West Riding taxed 6d. - (TNA Ref.- E179/206/49. r1. c1).

1379. Poll Tax. Agnes del Clay of Barnby Dun. Strafforth Wapentake. West Riding taxed 4d. - (TNA Ref.- E179/206/49. r1. c 1).

1379. Poll Tax. Elijas del Clay merchant and his wife Johanna of Blaxton / Auckley Strafforth Wapentake taxed 4d each.- (TNA Ref.- E179/206/49. r4. c2).

1379. Poll Tax. John Clay and his wife Magota  of Methley. Agbrigg Wapentake. West Riding taxed 4d. each - (TNA Ref.-E179/206/49. r34. c3).

1379. Poll Tax. Johannes del Clay of Swillington. Skyrack Wapentake. West Riding taxed 4d. - (TNA Ref.- E179/206/49. r40. c3).

1379. Pol Tax. Ricardo de Clay and his wife Katrina of Howden. East Riding. Taxed 4d each - (TNA Ref.- E179/202/69. m1).

1379. Poll Tax. Adam del Clay (servant) and his wife Alicia of South Duffield. Howdenshire Wapentake. East Riding. taxed 4d each.- (TNA Ref.- E179/202/69. m7).

1379. July 15th. John Lyvet of Hoton Lyvet to Edmund del Clay the Manor of Hoton Lyvet and all lands in Hoton. (Ref.- Calendar of Close Rolls vol. 1).

1381. Poll Tax. John Clay of Menethorpe. Buckrose Wapentake. East Riding taxed 6d.- (TNA Ref.- E179/202/73. m7).

1381. Poll Tax. Ricardus Clay and his wife of Kutsulpyt Crosby. Harthill Wapentake. East Riding. taxed 2 shillings. - (TNA Ref.- E179/202/71. m5).

1381. Poll Tax. Johannes del Clay of Kelfield. East Riding taxed 4d. - (TNA Ref.- (E179/202/72. rA2d).

1382. Oct. 31st. Quitclaim by John de Clay and others of the manor of Preston near Kypax co. York. (TNA - Calendar of Close Rolls).

1382. Edward de Clay. Yorkshire. (Feet of Fines – TNA Ref.- CP25/1).

1384. Feb.16.  From Westminster. Commission of oyer and terminer to Roger de Fulthorp, Robert Roos of Ingmanthorp, Edmund del Claye and John Kirkeby. Justices  concerning the persons who at Semere co. York abducted Philippa wife of Ralph de Percy knight and still detain her. (Calendar of Patent Rolls 1381 - 1385).

1384. July 10th. To the Sheriff of York. Writ of Supersedeas Omni  for John de Halsham in Yorkshire to be outlawed for being indicted and came not before the Justices Roger de Fulthorp, Robert Roos of Ingmanthorp, Edmund del Clay and John Kirkeby appointed by the King to make inquisition what evil doers did at Semere ravished and abducted Philippa wife of Ralph de Percy knight his goods and chattels. (Order by Letter of Signet).

1385. Land of Adwik which abutted the market place at Doncaster. Witness. Hugh del Cley and 8 others. (Yorkshire Archives).

1389. June 4th. William del Clay clerk priest at Osmotherley. Yorkshire plaintiff in a Beniface Case v Robert Call defendant. Canon of the Collegiate Church of Osmotherely. (Borthwick Inst. CP.E.152).

c1390. Johannis de Clay and 11 others witness to a land transaction in Bulford. (Ref.- Cartularium Rievallense vol. 83 p. 422).

1390. The Sacramentum of Johannis de Clay and 11 others the latin document mentions Harlethorpe, Clyveland and Butterwyyk. (Close Roll/ Patent Roll Cartularium Abbathiae de Rievallease p. 422).

1391. Dec. 6th. Grant to John Chapman of Mikilbryng of a messuage between the messuage of John del Clay abutting the High Road through the village and Creswell Heddland. Witness John Claye of Mikilbryng and others. (Sheffield Record Office Ref.- JC/902/1xiii).

1392. Oct. 28th. Charter concerning land in Braithwell. Witness John Claye of Mikilbryng. (Sheffield Record Office Ref.- JC/902/x1vii ).

1394. John del Clay witness to a Yorkshire Charter. (Notts Archives Ref.- DD/SR/209/18).

1396. A tenement in the holding of Elsabet Claye rent 3s.4d the document mentions Mikellgate and St Mary's in York and Beverley. (The Certificates of the Commissioners vol. 91 page 66).

1397. Sept. 2nd. Braithwell Charter. Land transfer at Braithwell witness John Clay of Mikilbring. (Sheffield Record Office Ref.- JC/902/xxxix).

1397. Sept.16th. Richard Clay an Augustinian friar is a native of the realm of England and has lived abroad to read mass to the merchants who often repair there. (Ref.- Papal Register of Rome).

1398. May 2nd. Complaint by Hugh Gascoigne parson of Stayngreve  that Peter de Clay son of John de Clay of Fadmore and John de Clay of Fadmore and Richard de Clay and several others armed Malefactors broke his close and houses at Steingreve , assaulted him, fished in his several fishery there and took away fish and chattels to the value of 200 marks as well as 1,000 marks in money and assaulted his men and servants. (Ref.- Calendar of Patent Rolls Rich. 11 Vol. 6 membrane 28d).

1398. Nov. 12th. Receipt from Henry the Miller of Quarmby concerning goods. Witness John del Clay and 4 others. (Yorkshire Deeds vol. 3G).

1401. Jan. 16th.  Nicholas del Clay witness to a grant of land in Elland. (Ref.- Yorkshire Deeds vol 3).

1401. June 23rd. Inquisition. Skipwith. Yorks.  Jurors Richard de Clay and others concerning the manor of Singsby in Yorkshire. (TNA Ref.- Inquisitions).

1403. - 1424. Court Case. John Clay witness at Stillingfleet with Moreby. Yorkshire East Riding. Ref.- Borthwick Institute).

1404. Deed. John Brodelegh junior is given an assart in Greteland called Hallcroft which was formely John Clay's and other lands in Greteland after the death of Roger del Clay his uncle(Yorks Arch. J.).

1406. Richard del Clay of Nesse in Yorkshire listed with a number of others. (TNA Ref.- Calendar of Fine Rolls membrane 16).

1407. Robert Clay. - Skynner. (Register of the Freemen of the City of York. Vol. 1).

1410. July 13th. Richard Clay witness at Stillingfleet with Moreby. Yorkshire East Riding. (Ref.- Borthwick Institute CP. F. 36).

1411 / 13. Richard Clay. Augustinian Friar of the Convent of Hull in the Diocese of York.  Appointed a Papal Chaplain. (Ref.- TNA.- Calendar of Papal Registers Rome  f. 255d).

1412. Sept. 12th. Richard de Clay, William Sproxton and 3 others witness to a land transfer in Calueton. (Teeside Archives Ref.- U/CA/12).

1413. Richard Clay. - Draper. (Register of the Freemen of the City of York. Vol. 1.).

1414. Inquisition held at York by the oath of John Clay, Richard de Clay and others concerning various manors. (Ref.- Inquisitions Post Mortem. YAS Record Series vol. 59).

1416. Beverley. John de la Clay had property in Ovegatsomerton. (Ref.- Inquisition Post Mortem Hen. V. no. 614). - British History Online.

1417. May 17th.  Land transfer in Calueton and Gilling. Witness John de Clay of Fadmore and William Sproxton. (Teeside Archives Ref.- U/CA/13).

1417. July 22nd. Inquisition held at Helmsley. Yorkshire. William Sproxton Esq held the Manor of Sproxton by the Grant of Simon de Sproxton.  William died 7th July last. Joan wife of Nicholas Cley is his daughter and heir aged 30 years or more. (Ref.- C138/25/23 mm1-2.  also - E149/110/4 m1).

1417. The Manor of Sproxton was granted to Nicholas Cley and Joan his wife. (Ref.- TNA. Calendar of Fine Rolls).

1417.  Sproxton 4d paid yearly and that Joan the wife of Nicholas Cley is the daughter of William  Sproxton esq and of full age. (TNA Ref.- Calendar of Fine Rolls page 209).

1417. Oct. 7th. To the Escheater in Yorkshire. Order to take of Alice who was wife of William Sproxton esq on oath etc in the presence of Nicholas Clay who has taken to wife Joan daughter and heir of the said William to assign her as dower. (5 Hen V. membrane 14).

1418. Feb. 4th. Election of Richard Cley monk of Middelton. Yorkshire of the Order of St Benedict vacant by the death of Walter Archras  abbot of that place.  (TNA Ref.- Cal. Pat. Rolls 5 HenV. memb. 5).

1418. April 27th. Old Malton. Yorks. Richard del Cley of Ness. Yorks is one of the jurors concerning manors of the King. (Ref.- TNA Inquisitions).

1419. March 31st. John de Claye of Clayhouse concerning a grant of a messuage called Holerode in Barsland. (West Yorkshire Archives. Bradford. Ref.- HOR/D/102).

1420. Feb.12th. Adam de Clay then vicar of Walesby was given the manor of Little Markham in Tuxford, Mylton and Bevercotes. (Inquisition Hen. V. ).

1423. John de la Clay is granted a third part of one fee. (TNA Ref.- Calendar Inquisitions Post Mortem 2 Hen. V1. Vol. 4).

1423. Inquisition. Sutton on the Forest. which John del Clay and Nicholas Malson lately hed 13s. 4d. (TNA. Calendar of Inquisitions Post Mortem vol. 22).

1423. May 6th. Transfer of lands in Braithwell. Witness Robert Claye of Micklebring. Rotherham. (Sheffield Record Office Ref.- JC/902/x1vii).

1423. Richard de Clay of East Ness. Yorkshire  transfers land s in Muscotes, Calton and West Ness to Thomas Grene knight. (TNA Ref.- Calendar of Close Rolls).

1424. March 3rd. John Clay witness at Stillingfleet with Moreby. Yorkshire East Riding. (Borthwick Institute CP. F. 89).

1425. Robert Clay. - Mercater. (Register of the Freemen of the City of York. Vol.1).

1427. Sept. 29th. Land Grant at Braithwell witness Robert Clay of Braithwell. (Sheffield Record Office Ref.- JC/902/xxxi).

1428. Ricardus de Clay and 4 others hold seperately from each other lands in Broughton, Hoveringham, Butterwyk, Gilling and Southholm. (Ref.- Inquisitions and Assessments relating to Feudal Aids).

1428. Ricardus del Clay and 6 others all tenants in Stayngreff and West Nesse. (Ref.- Inquisitions and Assessments of Feudal Aids).

1428. Ricardus del Clay and 5 others tenants in Hammelake, Pokely, East Nesse and Calveton. (Inquisitions and Assessments relating to Feudal Aids).

1430. Joan widow of John Clay of Foulby quitclaim to lands in Elland. (Notts Archives Ref.-  DD/SR/207/396).

1431. Oct. 24th. Rents of lands in Molscroft. Witnesses William son of Thomas de Clay and 12 others. (Yorkshire Archives Ref.- UDDLA/17/1)

1430. Oct. 2nd. Charter. Braithwell land transfer. Witnesses Robert Clay and Hugh Clay of Braithwell. (JC/902/x1i ).

1434. Court Roll. Conveyed to Henry Clay and 3 others 3 closes called Coweroide, Loweroide and Horlawegrene Field. 16 acres ingress 10 shillings. (History of Brighouse, Rastrick and Hipperholme).

1435-36. Feb. 4th. Braithwell Charter. Grant from John Clay and Robert Clay of Braithwell to John Vyncent of a messuage and garden with 18 acres in Miklebring. Rotherham. (Sheffield Record Office Ref.- JC/902/xxviii).

1436. Nicholas Ealdon of the County of York  had been distrained regarding money one of his sureties being William Clay and again in 1437  one of his sureties was Richard Clay. (Calendar Patent Roll).

1436-37. Charter at Braithwell land transfer Witnesses Hugh Clay and John Claye. (Sheffield Record Office Ref.- JC/902/xxi).

1437. John Clay of Ness. (Will at York).

1438. Inventory of John Bradford of York mason.  Debita Desperata. In primo de Willelmo Claye de Northfolke. York. 26s. 8d. (Ref.- Testamenta Eboracensia Vol. 45 at York).

1441. April 6th. Maud del Clay daughter and heir of Brian son of Isolda daughter and heir of John de Holme. Quitclaim of the manor of Northolme in Rydal co. York sometimes the land of John de Holme.  -- Witness Thomas Clay and others. (Ref.- PC2022).

1441. Nov. 10th. Grant by Thomas Wod to Katherine his wife one toft and croft in Middleton by Pykering. Witness Charles Clay and 2 others. (Ref.- Yorkshire Archaeological Journal vol. 12).

1442. Maud de Clay in her widowhood quitclaims the manor of Great Edston in Rydal co. York sometimes the land of John de Holme. Witness Thomas Clay and others. (Ref.- British History Online.).

1442. July 15th. Grant from John Claye snr of Braithwell to John Vyncent of a cottage and garden in Mekibryng  situate between the tenement of William Claye abutting the road through Mekibryng and the field of Braithwell witness Hugh Clay, William Claye and 2 others. (Catalogue of Charters).

1442. July 15th. Grant from John Claye snr of Braithwell to John Vyncent a cottage and garden in Micklebring. Rotherham situate between William Claye and John Vyncent. Witnesses Hugh Clay and William Claye. (Sheffield Record Office Ref.- JC/902/. ).

1442. Sept. 6th. Inquest at Leeds. Roger Clay an 11 other jurors concerning lands of Elizabeth wife of John Lely of Drax in Yorkshire. (TNA Ref.- Inquisitions Post Mortem).

1443. Nov. 8th. Charter at Braithwell. Witnesses  John Clay and William Clay of Braithwell. (Sheffield Record Office Ref.- JC/902/xxii).

1443. Henry Clay.- Tannater. (Register of the Freemen of the City of York. Vol.1).

1444. Joan Clay of Sproxton. (Will at the Borthwick Institute at York). Son Thomas Clay.

1445. Hipperholme. William Clay was elected. (History of Brighouse, Rastrick and Hipperholme page 41).

1445. List of Constables. William Clay at Rastrick. (History of Brighouse, Rastrick and Hipperholme).

1446.  Inquisition. Johanna wife of Nicholas Clay defunct of Sproxton. (Calendar of Inquistions Post Mortem. 27. Hen. V1. ).

1446 - 47. Feb. 4th. Grant from Richard Sponer of Mekilbryng of a messuge, garden and croft. Witness William Clay and Hugh Clay of Braithwell. Yorkshire. (Calendar of Charter  Rolls).

1448. June 8th. Letter of Attorney appointing Hugh Clay of Braithwell to deliver seisin of half an acre of land lying in the field of Braithwell. (Sheffield Record Office Ref.- JC/902/xxvii).

1448. June 26th. Charter. Land transfer at Braithwell witnesses Hugh Clay, John Clay and William Claye. (Sheffield Record Office Ref.- JC/902/xxvi).

1449. March 8th. Inquisition showing that Joan late wife of Nicholas Clay on the day of her death held the manor of Sproxton off the King rendering 13s.4d to the King yearly. (TNA. Cal. Fine Rolls p108).

1455. Nov. 24th. John Clay of Pikeryng co. York, yeoman  for not appearing before the justices to answer for a debt of 100 shillings. (TNA - Calendar of Patent Rolls).

1457. Sept. 5th. Deed Roger de Clay was in possession of land in Scoles in Greteland in Elland and granted it to John Dyneley. Witness Robert Clay and others. (Ref.- Yorkshire Archaeological Journal).

1458. May 9th. John del Clay was leased 78 acres in Elland cum Greetland. (Ref.- Yorkshire Archaeological Society Record Series vol.140 page 81).

1458. Oct. 10th. John Clyff and John Clay both of Hipperholme in court for brewing helpales. (History of Brighouse, Rastrick and Hipperholme page 123)

1458. Oct. 10th. William Clay and John Clay his son quitclaim to John Fox lands formely of Hugh Fox. (History of Brighouse, Rastrick and Hipperholme page 123).

1458. Nov. 30th. Deed. Nabrode in Greteland which Robert Elistone had lately granted to Roger Clay and Margaret his wife. (Ref.- Yorkshire Archaeological Journal).

1460. John Clay of Pickering co York yeoman for not appearing before the court to answer Henry Banastre touching a debt of 100 shillings. (TNA Ref.- Calendar of Patent Rolls page 263).

1462. July 16th. Commission to Richard  bishop of Dronmore to veil  the widow of Richard Clay of Fadmore. (Testamenta Eboracensia  York.  Ibid. 40a)

1462. Thomas Clay of Fadmore. Kirby Moorside. (Will at Borthwick Institute at York).

1463. June 10th.  George Clay esq witness to land transfers in Yorkshire and Nottinghamshire. (TNA - Calendar of Close Rolls).

1471. Sept.16th. Will of William Lyster of Halifax draper mentions Agnes his daughter wife of John Clay and George their son. (Ref.- Wills at York).

1475 -1480. John Clay of York. (TNA – Chancery Records. C2/54/218).

1480. Court of Chancery. Clay v Sutton. Robert Clay gentleman and Elizabeth his wife plaintiffs against Ralph Sutton concerning a messuage and land in Mykyil Holbas. Yorks. (TNA Ref.-  C1/61/93).

1481.  John Clay of Clifton (near Elland) - Land transfer in Clifton. (West Yorkshire Archives  Calderdale Ref.- KM/139).

1483. The account of Robert Clay provost of the manor of Pykering. (Ref.- Bodleian Library. Calendar of Charters and Rolls).

1483 – 1485. John Clay of York. (TNA – Chancery Records Ref.- C2/55/228).).

1485. John Clay and 2 others in dispute with William Pauldon about land in Elvyngton Wood. Yorkshire.  (TNA Ref.- Chancery Proceedings).

1485. Robert Claye in dispute with John Pykering  knight  over Detention of Deeds  relating to land in Nunnington. Yorkshire. (Ref.- Chancery Proceedings. Bundle 220).

1485. William Cley in dispute with Thomas Herry over Detention of Deeds relating to land in Homflete. Yorkshire. ( Ref.- Chancery Proceedings. Bundle 206).

1489. Will of Henry Percy. Earl of Northumberland murdered at his house Cox Lodge near Thirsk. Yorkshire  leaves to Watkyn Clay and 7 others (his Beidmen) that they be founded during their lives meat and drink and clothing and each of them 13s.4d in money that they may pray to almighty God for me. (Ref.- Wills at York).

1493 – 1500. William Clay of York. (TNA Ref.- Chancery Records C3/206/417).

1488.  John Clay of Esthardwyk witness Transfer of land in same .- (West Yorkshire Archives Bradford Ref.- SpSt/4/11/97/1).

1493 - 1500. Robert Claye of York - Chancery Records. (TNA Ref.- C3/220/464).

1493 - 1500. Court Case. Herry v Cley. Defendant. William Cley regarding detention of deeds relating to land in Homfflete. Yorkshire.  (TNA Ref.- C1/206/58).

1493 - 1500. Pykering v Claye. Robert Claye defendant concerning detention of deeds relating to land in Nunnington. Yorkshire. (TNA Ref.- C1/220/32).

1496. Seisin delivered in the presence of Gilbert Clay chaplain and others. (Yorkshire Deeds).

1498. April 16th. William Clay on the jury at Brighouse.  (History of Brighouse, Rastrick and Hipperholme).

1500. Elland. Subsidy Roll. John Clay £7 in Lands. Gilbert Clay 40 shillings in lands. ( TNA. Subsidy Rolls. E179).

1500. Robert Clay and Katherine his wife. - 3 messuages with lands in Lasthorp in Rydale. Yorkshire - (Feet of Fines – TNA Ref.- CP25/1).

1500. Court Case. Robert Claye v John Pykeryng knight concerning detention of deeds relating to land in Nunnington. (Early Chancery Proceedings. Bundle 220).

1502. July 17th. Will of  Robert Clay of Nunnyngton. Yorkshire. Sir Nicholas Clay is mentioned. (Ref.- The Publication of the Surtees Society. Vol. 4).

1502. Sir Gylbert Cley and 2 others witness concerning land in Staynland and a Close called Syfrodde. (Yorkshire Deeds vol. 39).

1503. Aug. 15th. Deed.  Randall Butterworth quit - claims all actions against Agnes Clay wife of Philip Clay of Clay House late deceased. (Ref.- Yorkshire Archeaological Journal).

1504. William Fyveshelyngs of Scarborough against John Clay and William Burton concerning Detention of Deeds relating to lands in Scarborough. (Chancery Proceedings vol. 4 no. 29).

1504 – 1515. Robert Cley. York. (TNA Ref. - Chancery Records C4/276/114).

1504 -1515. John Clay. York. (TNA Ref.- Chancery Records C4/310/221).

1504 - 1515. Action of Debt. Thomas Aleyn against Sir Robert Cley clerk. (Early Chancery Proceedings  in the TNA vol. 4 no. 29).

1505. Sir Robert Clay witness land dispute at Rothwell. (Catologue of Ancient Charters Vol.1 Ref.- A688.).

1507. John Clay esq. 8 messuages with lands in Little Fenton, Great Fenton and Biggyng. (Feet of Fines. TNA Ref.- CP25/1).

1507. The messuages in Horton. Yorkshire are held by the heirs of John Clay. (Ref.- TNA.- Inquisition Post Mortem. Hen. V11. No.506).

1507. Aug. 23rd. Gilbert Clay chaplain and 4 others witness to the Will of John Walker of Southowram. (Ref.- Halifax Wills at York).

1507. Sept. 10th. Gilbert Clay chaplain and 2 others witness to the Will of John Michell of Hailfax. ( Ref.- Halifax Wills at York).

1508. June 20th. Gilbert Clay chaplain  and 2 others  witness to the Will of John Holdsworth of Sowerby. (Ref.- Halifax Wills at York).

1508. Robert Clay. York. Sadler. (Feet of Fines. TNA Ref.- CP25/1).

1508. York. The messuages etc in Horton worth 40 shillings are held by the heirs of John Clay. (TNA.- Calendar of Inquisitions).

1509-47. Edmund Cley defendant with others concerning a pew in the parish church of Heptonstall in Yorkshire. (TNA Ref.- STAC2/24/149).

1513 – 1514. Hugh Clay brother of John Clay esq. 8 messuages and a mill with lands in Little Fenton and Bygging. (Feet of Fines. TNA Ref.- CP25/2).

1516. June 7th.  Commission issued to  Sir Gilbert Clay to prove the Will of John Dikson late of Halifax. (Ref.- Halifax Wills at York).

1517. Oct. 1st.  Commission issued to Sir Gilbert Clay to prove the Will of John Hergreves late of Werley. (Ref.- Halifax Wills at York).

1517. Dec. 14th. Commission issued  to Sir Gilbert Clay to prove the Will of Laurence Migeley late of the parish of Halifax. (Ref.- Hailifax Wills at York).

1517. Dec. 14th.  Commission issued to Sir Gilbert Clay to prove the Will of James Suttecliff of Halifax.  (Ref.- Halifax Wills at York).

1517. Gilbert Clay land transfer in Mirfield near Elland. Yorkshire. (Notts Archives Ref.-DD/SR/207/631).

1518. April 16th. Commission issued to Sir Gilbert Clay to commit the admin of the goods of John Thorpe late of Halifax to Robert and Agnes Thorpe. (Ref.- Halifax Wills at York).

1518. May 15th. Commission issued to Sir Gilbert Clay of Halifax chaplain to prove the Will of Sir Robert Broune late of Heptonstall. (Ref.- Halifax Wills at York).

1519. Jan. 10th. Gilbert Clay and 2 others Executors of the Will of Robert Wilkynson of Elland. (Ref.- Halifax Wills at York).

1519. July 1st. Commission issued to Sir Gilbert Clay  of Halifax  chaplain to prove the Will of Thomas Firth late of the parish of Halifax. (Ref.- Halifax Wills at  York).

1519. Oct 14th. John Cley plaintiff at Elland. Halifax also Elizabeth Cley defendant wife of John Clay of Elland her alternative name Elizabeth Savil. Matrimonial Annulment. (Borthwick Inst. CP.G.102).

1519. Dec. 4th. Sir Gilbert Clay chaplain and 2 others witness to the Will of William Grymshay of Northowrom. (Ref.- Halifax Wills at York).

1520. April 22nd. Commission to Sir Gilbert Clay to prove the Will of Henry Hollroyde late of  the parish of Halifax. (Ref.- Halifax Wills at York).

1520.  Aug. 8th. Commission issued to Sir Gilbert Clay to prove the Will of William Stanclyffe late of the parish of Halifax. (Ref.- Halifax Wills at York).

1522. July 5th. Commision directed to Sir Gilbert Clay to prove the Will of John Widhope of Heptonstall. (Ref.- Halifax Wills at York).

1522. Nov. 3rd. Commission directed to John Clay of Elland clothmaker to collect the goods of Sir Gilbert Clay late of Halifax chaplain deceased. (Ref.- Halifax Wills at York).

1522. Henry Clay. Indenture / Lease of a messuage in Elland. (Notts Archives. Ref.-DD/SR/207/634).

1523. Elland. John Cley was assessed in the Lay Subsidy on lands valued annually at £7. (Ref.- Yorkshire Archaeological Journal).

1523. Elland. Gilbert Cley was assessed in the Lay Subsidy on lands of the value of 40 shillings yearly rent. (Yorkshire Archaeological Journal)

1526. Messuages in Horton. Yorkshire are held by the heirs of John Clay. (Ref.- Inquisitions Post Mortem. Hen. V11. Entry 506). - British History Online.

1530. Thomas Clay and others. Manor of Wyrklay. (Feet of Fines. TNA Ref. - CP25/2).

1530.  Edmund Clay has a church pew in Hextonstall. Yorkshire. (Ref.-  Annual Report of the Deputy Keeper of Public Records).

1536. May 10th. Grant by Agnes Sablys of lands in Cateclyffe. Yorkshire. Memorandum of the livery of seisin in presence of William Clay and 16 others. (Yorkshire Archaeological Journal vol. 12).

1537. April 10th. Licence to aliente the house and site of Beauchyff and all messuages there to Ralph Cley yeoman to the end that he may regrant it to Sir Nicholas Strelley. (TNA Letters + Papers etc).

1537. Gilbert Clay. 1 acre of meadow called West Yng and a messuage called Hallhouse with lands in Northlande in the township of Rishworth. (Feet of Fines TNA Ref.- CP25/2).

1537. May 7th. John Clay on the Jury. (Ref.- The History of Brighouse, Rastrick and Hipperhoolme.).

1538. The religious house at Thetford was destroyed at the close of 1538. The Deed of Surrender was signed by Richard Clay the prior. (The Reiquary vol.1).

1538. Dec. 18th. Inquisition held at York Castle . By the oaths of John Cley gentleman and 12 others who say that William Wode late prior of Bridlington was seized of the manor of Bridlington and a number of other manors. (Ref.- Ecclesiastical History of Yorkshire).

1540. Richard Clay de Surby. Messuage and cottage with lands in Northland in township of Rysshworth.- (Feet of Fines. TNA Ref.- CP25/2).

1540. Sept. 17th. Richard Clay and 3 others witness to the Will of John Steide of Northlande. (Ref.- Halifax Wills at York).

1541. Indenture. Isabella Clay widow Quitclaim to Christopher Bradford of a messuage called Doggerod in Northland. (Document sold on ebay in 2018).

1541. Aug. 6th. John Clay and 4 others witness to the Will of Edmund Marche of Elland. (Ref.- Halifax Wills at York).

1543. Yorkshire Muster Roll. William Clay of Hutton and Angram. Bilman. (City of York Militia and Musters).

1545. Elland. Lay Subsidy John Clay and Gilbert Clay were taxed. (Yorkshire Archaeological Journal).

1548. Elland. List of persons rents. John Clay for £7 and 7 shillings for lands. Gilbert Clay for 40 shillings and 2 shillings for lands. (Yorkshire Archaeological Journal. Vol. 2).

1548. John Clay tenement in hamlet of Lyndley in township of Wharmby. (Feet of Fines.TNA Ref.- CP25.2).

1549. Premises in York and its suburbs in the tenure of several people including Elizabeth Clay. (Calendar of Patent Rolls).

1553.  The eleven cottages and gardens in Sheffield in the several tenures of various people including Ralph Claye.  (TNA.- Calendar of Patent Rolls).

1553. The messuage and land in the tenure of Ralph Cley in Womerlton. Yorks which belonged to the late monastry of St Leonard. York.  (TNA Ref.- Calendar of Patent Rolls).

1555. Nov. 2nd. Grant to Edward Hurst of a messuage in Qwarnby. William Clay of Halhouse witness with 8 others. (Yorkshire Deeds voi. 39).

1556. Aug. 6th. Will of Edward Bairstowe of Ovenden. Halifax. Witness John Clay and 2 others. (Ref.- Halifax Wills Registered at York vol. 2 page 129).

1556. Aug. 30th. Will of Richard Fournes of Ayrynden. I will that 11s which is in the hands of Thomas Clay that it shall be divided between James Crabtre and John Byns. (Halifax Wills at York vol. 2).

1558. Jan. 21st. John Clay married Elizabeth Ramsden without banns at Almondbury. (Ref.- Annals of the Church and Parish of Almondbury page 111).

1558-1603. Grant by John de Clay senior to John de Elland lands in Elland. (Notts Archives Ref.- KM/585).

1558 - 79. Thryste v Claye. Gilbert Claye  defendant concerning property in Scholes and Greetland. (TNA Ref.- C3/179/80).

1559. William Clay of Elland buried  August 13th – First entry of surname in Elland Parish register.

1559. April 30th. John Clay on the Jury at Brighouse. (Ref.- The History of Brighouse, Rastrick and Hipperholme).

1564.  Richard Clay jnr - messuage with lands in Northland and Ryssheworthe. (Feet of Fines - TNA Ref.- CP25/2).

1564. Inquisition Post Mortem. Robert Clay County of York. (Vol.142 number 154).

1567. May 4th. John Clay on the Jury with 13 others at Brighouse. (History of Brighouse, Rastrick and Hipperholme).

1567. Lease to John Clay of Brokebrigge. Webster. A cottage and 2 gardens. (Notts Archives Ref – DD/SR/207/659).

1567. Lease to Gilbert Clay of Elland. Inn holder. Messuage in Elland. (Notts Archives Ref.- DD/SR/207/671).

1569.  August 1st. Elizabeth Clay was married to Thomas Mitchell at Halifax. (Ref.- PC2023).

1569. Robert Clay listed at Elthorne Parish. Yorkshire. (Ref.- Journal of the Archaeological Society).

1569 - 70. Peter Claye and 9 others all of Fadmore listed in a document of Eliz. 1. (Calendar of Patent Rolls vol. 5. C66/1066)

1571. Elland. Lay Subsidy. John Clay is the largest contributor. (Yorkshire Archaeological Journal).

1573. Robert Clay was baptised in Elland church - born in “Clay House” son of John Clay and Mariola daughter of Henry Saville of Bradley – Robert  Clay was vicar of Halifax 1623 – 1628.

1574. Hipperholme ? John Clay on the Jury with 14 others. (History of Brighouse, Rastrick and Hipperholme. page 158).

1575. Will of William Clay of Norland mentions his father Thomas Clay, mentions his wife Margaret, mentions his 2 sons Thomas Clay and Charles Clay. (History of Brighouse, Rastrick, Hipperholme).

1577. Will of Henry Clay of Greteland mentions his uncle Thomas Clay mentions his wife Jane mentions his brothers John, Richard and Thomas. (History of Brighouse, Rastrick and Hipperholme).

1578. Rastrick ?  John Clay of Lyntey on the Jury. (History of Brighouse, Rastrick and Hipperholme).

1580. March 31st. Lease. Edward Claye of Netherlyndeley. Quarmby yeoman and George Clay servant to Mr Wortley a messuage in Overoyd. Netherlyndeley. (West Yorkshire Archives. Calderdale Ref.- HAS:821 (739)

1581. Indenture. Thomas Claye and Isabel his wife concerning property in Applebey. (West Yorkshire Archives Wakefield Ref.- WYW1352/3/2/2/2/43-44).

1582. Oct. 9th. Edward Clay on the Jury at Hipperholme. (Ref.- History of Brighouse, Rastreck and Hipperholme page 157.).

1583. Feb. 25th. John son of John Claie baptised at Hull. Yorkshire.

1584. John Clay lands in Elland, Greteland and Staynland. (Feet of Fines. TNA Ref.- CP25.2).

1584. John Clay and Isabel his wife and Thomas Clay lands in Greetland and Elland. (Ref.- Yorkshire - Feet of Fines).

1585. Richard Clay has a cottage and lands in Over Whiston and Nether Whiston. (Ref.- Feet of Fines. Yorkshire.). - British History Online.

1587. Feb. 17th. Mr John Claye heir apparent of Clayhouse. Yorkshire. Gent  Admission to the Middle Temple of Parliament. (Ref.- Middle Temple Records vol. 1 page 290).

1587. John  Clay and Christabel his wife  and Henry Clay a messuage with lands in Rysheforth and Northland. (Feet of Fines. TNA Ref.- CP25/2).

1588.  John Claye has 3 messuages with lands in Greetland and Elland. (Ref.- Feet of Fines. Yorkshire). - British History Online.

1591. George Clay of Yorkshire age 17 Matric at Merton College. Cambridge in 1591 and MA at St Catherines College in 1598.

1592. John Clay snr and Thomas his son. Messuage and 2 cottages in Nether Lyndley and Querneby. (Feet of Fines. TNA Ref.- CP25/2).

1592-93. John Clay concerning four messuages and lands in Greetland and Elland. (West Yorkshire Archives Calderdale Ref.- WYC:1520/BOX 55).

1593. John Clay 4 messuages with lands in Greetland and Elland. (Feet of Fines. TNA Ref.- CP25/2).

1594. Robert Clay of Elland to be married to Mary Winterbotham of Huddersfield at Huddersfield. (Ref.- Paver's Marriage Licenses page 66).

1595. Edward Claie and 14 others on jury who say  on their oaths that Martin Frobusher had the manor of Brockhoals in Cantley and Altofts in Normanton. (Ref.- Chapters in the History of York).

1597. Oct. 2nd. John Claye witness marriage settlement of Arthur Langley of Rathorpe. (West Yorkshire Archives Calderdale Ref.- KM:554).

1597 / 98. Richard Clay and Alice his wife has a cottage with Lands in Over Whiston and Nether Whiston. (Ref.- Feet of Fines. Yorkshire.). - British History Online.

1597 /98. John Claye and Isabel his wife has a fulling mill with lands in Norland. (Ref.- Feet of Fines. Yorkshire). - British History Online.

1598. May.18th. Quitclaim relating to lands in Greetland township of Elland Richard Claye of Elland younger son of John Clay of Clay House land called Hallecroft (Heughcroft) and the Waleroyde. (West Yorkshire Archives Wakefield Ref.- C105/1).

1602. July 3rd. Alice illegitimate daughter of Elizabeth Clay baptised. Alice illegitimate daughter of Elizabeth Clay buried 13th March 1603. (Registers of Askham. Yorks. vol. 31 page 6).

1603.Feb. 26th. Isabell Clay Widow was buried at Askham Richard. (The Registers of Askham Richard in the Ainsty of York 1579 - 1812).

1603. Marriage Licence for George Clay of Halifax and Mary Thomas of Heptonstall. (Ref.- Paver's Marriage Licenses).

1603 - 1625. Robertus Clay sadler and William Clay silkweaver admitted to the Freedom of York. (Ref.- Register Vol. 2). - British History Online.

1605. May. Court Case.  Defendants Alice Claye and several others . Assault at Rotherham when Anthony Roberts was arresting William Overall most of them thinking themselves lawless because they were women. (TNA Ref.- STAC8/247/10).

1605. William Richardson and Ralph Clay tenants of the Lord surrendered one meadow lying near Burncoake abutting Norcliffield in parish of Conisbrough to John Wythes. (Conisbrough Court Roll).

1607. John Clay and Philippa his wife concerning a messuage and lands in Marston alias Long Marston. (Ref.- Yorkshire Fines vol. 1).

1609. Aug. 30th. Sale of property in Halifax. Witness Luke Claye . (Yorkshire Archives Leeds. WYL100/HX/A/144i).

1609. Nov.13th. Deed. Manor of Halifax.- Property in South Gate Halifax in occupation of Luke Claye. (Ref.- West Yorkshire Archives. Leeds. WYL100/HX/A/156).

1610. Aug.13th. Luke Claye. Witness Land Transfer at Halifax Moor.  (Yorkshire Archives Leeds. Ref.- WYL100/HX/A/164).

1612. May 29th. Alice daughter of William Clay of York deceased. (Index of Wills at York).

1610. Robert Clay de Clayhouse regarding a gift to the Priory of St Mary the Virgin at Carlisle in Cumberland. (Ref.- Bodleian Library. Bodley 728).

1610. Roberti Clay de Clayhouse gifted a number of ancient  parchment books to the Bodleian Library. Oxford University. This Robert Clay was the nephew of Sir Henry Saville and was the vicar of Halifax from 1624 until his death in 1628 where he founded a library in his parish church as well as being a donor to the new University Library  known as Bodleian.(Medieval Manuscripts in Oxford Libraries).

1611. John Clay and 2 others concerning a messuage, cottage and Lands in Seaton. (Ref- Yorkshire Fines vol. 1).

1613. Feb. 18th. Thomas Clay. Sowerby. (Index of Wills at York).

1614. The Freemen of York. Robertus Clay sadler fil Willelmi Clay silkweaver. (Ref.- JP22).

1616. Will and Inventory of John Clay of “Clay House”. Elland cum Greetland. (West Yorkshire Archives. Calderdale Ref.- HAS:1283(470) and MISC: 645).

1616. From Dr Johnson's Manuscript.  - Sepultus (died) John  Clay de Clayhouse June 1616. - On the same stone. Here lieth Captain John Clay deceased 13th Sept. 1643. (Book. Halifax Families).

1616-17. The Freemen of York. Jacobus Clay tappiter fil Willelmi Clay silkweaver. (Ref.- JP22).

1617. PCC Will of Gilbert Clay. Clothier of Elland - Wife Sarah, daughters Sarah and Susan. (TNA Ref.- PROB11/129).

1617. Court Case – Clay v Clay - Robert Clay v John Clay. Property in Elland. (TNA Ref.- C5/598/50).

1619. April 5th. Court Baron of Conisbrough. Jurors - Ralph Clay and others. (Sheffield Record Office Ref.- JC/909/xi ).

1620. Sept. 20th. Quitclaim. Richard Ellwicke gent.  Capital messuage in Seaton Ross. Yorks. Witness John Clay and 3 others. (Hull University History Centre Ref.- GB50UDDEV/21/41).

1620. Robert Clay (1576 - 1628) of Clayhouse in Yorkshire donated to the Bodleian Library his own manuscript copies  of Walter Travers  Supplication and Hookers Answer. (Ref.- Tractates and Sermons).

1623. Robert Clay. D.D. of the family of Clay of Clayhouse in Greetland where he was born, he was educated at Merton College. Oxford where he took his Doctors Degree July 19th 1609. He was instituted to the Vicarage of Halifax March 18th.  He died April 9th 1628 leaving in his Will £100 to Merton College for 2 sermons to be preached yearly. He was buried in Halifax Church Library. The inscription on his gravestone - Robertus Clay S.T.P. Vicarus de Halifax obit Aprilis Anno Domini 1628. (Ref.- Biographia Halifax).

1624. March 13th. Henry son of John Clay christened at Mirfield. (Ref.- Mirfield Parish Register).

1624. Nov. 16th. Will of  Robert Clay vicar of Halifax 1623 - 1628 mentions wife Jane, sons Robert and John and daughter Elizabeth his brothers John Clay and Luke Clay and brother George Clay.  He was younger son of John Clay of Clayhouse in Greetland by Margery daughter of Henry Saville. He built the library at Halifax Church. (Ref.- Monumental Inscriptions in Halifax Church).

1625. March 31st. Henry son of John Clay buried at Mirfield. (Ref.- Mirfield Parish Register).

1627. When John Clay died he was described as a yeoman of Nether Linley in Quarmby. (Ref.- Book.  The Making of Huddersfield).

1627. Robert Clay vicar signed a petition against “Ship Money”.

1627. Sept.10th. Lease of Almondbury Manor to Sir Richard Saltonstall and George Clay. (West Yorkshire Archives Kirklees Ref.- DD/R/dd/11/26).

1627 - 28. Jan.11th. Petition to the Justices of the West Riding signed by Robert Clay vicar of Halifax and 3 others concerning cloth and clothiers. (Ref.- History of Morley page 217).

1628. Will of Robert Clay of Halifax. Vicar. Wife Jane,sons John and Robert, daughter Elizabeth,brothers John, George and Luke Clay. (TNA Ref.- PROB 11/154). Also abstract at Calderdale. SH:6/W+1/8.

1629. Oct. 29th. George Claye of Nether Lindley. Clothier concerning property in Nether Lindley recently occupied by George Claye snr deceased with lands in Quarmby and Nether to the use of Anne and George Claye. (West Yorkshire Archives. Calderdale. Ref.- HAS:823/735).

1629. Modesta late wife of  Thomas de Totehill released all her rights to lands in Feldsby, Rastric and Lynley. Witness John de Clay. (Ref.- Yorkshire Archaeological Journal).

1629. Dec. 10th. Will of Alice Pullaine Spofforth widow bequests to Alice Clay daughter of William Clay and 2 other children of William Clay her Godchildren. (Ref.- The Pulleynes of York page 772).

1631. Admission to the Freemen of York. Stephanus Clay butcher. (Ref.- Register of Freemen). - British History Online.

1632. Land in Melsonby granted to George Clay. (Ref.- History of Yorkshire Vol. 1). - British History Online.

1633. Quarter Sessions. Examination of Thomas Clay and Robert Wright of Bolton Percy. Yorkshire labourers confessing to theft of linen from a hedge in Milnthorpe. (DRO Ref.- Q/SB/2/1291).

1635. Sept.1st. Will of Jennett Wilkinson of Elland - To Elizabeth daughter of John Clay of Clay House one heffer or young cow. (Ref.- Wills of York at Somerset House).

1636. John Clay is listed at Hyprom. (Ref.- Yorkshire County Magazine vol. 3 page 40).

1640. Oct. 22nd. Conisbrough Court Inquisition. Ralphe Claye fined 2d along with 48 others for they soaked hemp contrary to the statute. (Conisbrough Court Roll).

1641. Will of Elizabeth Brooke bequests to her sister Margaret wife of John Claye. (Ref.- Yorkshire Archaeological Journal vol 12).

1643. After the fight at on Seacroft Moor a number of prisoners were confined in the Merchants Hall in York and came into the possession of Mr Clay. (Ref.- Depositions from the Castle at York).

1643. Mat 27th. John Clay a soldier and prisoner at the Castle buried May 27th 1643 fee 12d. (Ref.- Registers of St Mary. Castlegate. York. folio 44).

1645. Feb. 24th. John Clay of Netherhill son and heir of George Clay yeoman. (West Yorkshire Archives Calderdale Ref.- HAS:825 (487).

1647. John Clay is listed at Hyprom. (Ref.- Yorkshire County Magazine page 41).

1647. Richard Clay and 3 others have been at great expenses and charges in apprehending Henry Scott and 3 others and carrying them before the authority being persons suspected to be highwaymen and dangerous persons and have rode armed to the terror of the people. (Yorkshire Quarter Sessions).

1647. March 10th. Battle of Seacroft Moore prisoners locked in the Merchants Hall at York. George Clay did come and took a list of names of all the prisoners being 700 in all. The said  Mr Clay forced one Jonathan Tattersall a prisoner to pay him £60 for his release which he did pay as did many others and one prisoner could not pay £10 for his release and the said Clay did detain him in prison 19 weeks and 3 days during which time through cruel useage he was almost famished for want of food and many died by reason of his cruelty and hard useage in prison. He demanded of every prisoner sums of money which sums if they would not pay they should rot in prison as he then said. - The fight on Seacroft Moor near Bramham took place  in April 1643. A vast number of prisoners were taken by the Royalists and were shut up in the Merchants Hall at York where some died from confinement and neglect. (Ref.- Depositions from the Castle at York).

1647. Warrant from General Lambert to apprehend Clay to answer his misdemeanor, the said Clay being apprehended and brought to Leeds for trying to poison another man. Mr Clay upon his apprehension did promise to give this man 20 shillings if he would let him escape which he would not and brought him to York where he is now committed to custody. (Depositions from Castle of York).

1648. March 10th. George Clay imprisoned at York Castle for attempting to poison Parliamentary Prisoners during the Civil War at Merchants Hall. York. (Ref.- Book by W. Knipe.- Criminal Cronology of York Castle).

1649. Fine between John Clay and Mary his wife  concerning 3 messuages, barns, cottages and 58 acres in Sowerby and Quamby. (West Yorkshire Archives Calderdale Ref.- HAS:1199(486).

1652. June 28th. Will of Henry Wilson of Elland mentions a house in the occupation of John Clay. (Ref.- Biographia Halifaxiensis).

1652. Nov. 29th. Recovery suffererd by John Wilson against Hercules Clay of 4 messuages, 4 gardens and 90 acres in Norton and Jordenthorpe. (Ref.- Sheffield Achives. - Jackson Collection JC/530).

1653. March 20th. Gravestone. John Clay of HallBower age 23. (Annals of the Church and Parish of Almondbury page 547).

1653. May 17th. Steven Clay witness to sale of property in Bielby. Yorks. (Ref.- East Riding of Yorkshire Archives - DDBV/5/2).

1653. Samuel Clay is Constable at Hipperholme. (History of Brighouse, Rastrick and Hipperholme).

1654. Will of John Clay. Yeoman of Hall Bower in Almondbury. Yorks. Bequests to George Clay, His Aunt  is Phebe Pollard. (TNA Ref.- PROB11/242).

1658. Will of Francis Clay. Husbandman of Conisbrough. Yorks. Wife Anne. Son Francis Clay. Son in Law Thomas Townerowe. (TNA Ref.- PROB11/277/64).

1662. Admission to the Freemen of York. Johannes Clay marriner son of Jacobi Clay tapitor. (Ref.- Register of Freemen. Vol. 2.). - British History Online.

1669. The Rev. Jerimiah Bairstow settled at Elland he married Widow Clay of Northowram at Coley. (Ref.- Halifax Books and Authors).

1672 - 1685. Admissions to the Freedom of York.- Mathew Clay cook son of Thomas Clay coverlett weaver, - George Clay instrument maker. (Ref.- Vol. 12.) - British History Online. 

1673. May 9th. Thomas Clay. Bailiff of Harthill concerning land in Beverley. Yorkshire. (Ref.- East Riding Archives . DDBE/4/11).

1677. William Clay. Overseer of the  Poor at Northowram. (Ref.- PC2023).,

1678. March. Robert Clay plaintiff v  George Urton concerning a messuage in Himsworth and Norton. (Sheffield Record Office Ref.- OD/59).

1681. January. Wakefield. John Clay of Clayhouse gent indicted for taking in unlawfully and incloseing 6 acres of Common belonging to the freeholders and inhabitants of Elland cum Greetland with a wall and a hedge. (Ref.- The Yorkshire County Magazine  vol. 3 page 348).

1681. July. Goods of John Clay of Clay House his goods to be distrained for non payment of a rate. (West Yorkshire Archives Wakefield Ref.- QS1/20/6/7/15).

1681. August. Quarter Sessions. Daniel Clay for theft of goods off Elizabeth Lewis of Marr. (West Yorkshire Archives Wakefield Ref.- QS1/20/7/8/10).

1682.  January. Greetland. John Clay of Clayhouse to have his goods distreyned restored to him. (Ref.- Book. Yorkshire Notes and Queries).

1682. January. Quarter Sessions. Order for arrest of John Clay gent of Clay House for enclosing part of Elland Common. (West Yorkshire Archives  Wakefield Ref.- QS1/21/2/7/3).

1687. March 8th. Given by the vicar to John Clay 1 shilling towards releasing of his father Mr Daniel Clay a minister and now in prison at Nottingham. (Ref.- The Bradford Antiquary vol. 2 page 266).

1687. Mr Heywood built his chapel at Northowram, his generous neighbour William Clay gave a piece of land for the purpose and also engaged to find all the stone that would be required. (Ref.- Book. - ----- The Rise of the Old Dissent).

1687. Slater Pedigree. - Hannah Slater married at Chesterfield 15th Jan. 1687 to Robert Clay of Bridgehouse near Sheffield and had a son Slater Clay. (Ref.- Familiae minorum gentium volume 1).

1688. Oct.15th.  A messuage in Warley called Harrison Farm in occupation of John Clay. (West Yorkshire Archives Calderdale Ref.- MAC:112/9/3).

1690. Clay House on Lighthazles Road. Ripponden. Plaque on stone wall entrance says Clay House the stone feature over the gate arch says SC 1690 see photo's on Facebook. "Clay Surname Research".

1698. Jan. 17th. Petition  of James Moore of Letwell  an old lame soldier wounded at the Battle of Marston Moor reduced to poverty. Signed by 16 of his neighbours including James Clay. (Ref.- QS.1/38).

1698. Feb. 24th. Bond of £10 concerning school in Northowram. William Clay of Northowram Trustee. (West Yorkshire Archives Calderdale Ref.- CH:5/38).

1698. Aug. 6th. Grant. Robert Clay blacksmith of Himsworth parish of Norton to Henry Clay his son a house in Himsworth with barn and smithy etc and a new house lately added to the barn and the     -------- Wheat Close for £50. (Sheffield Record Office Ref.- OD/469).

1698. Oct. 29th. Bond of £10  Richard Clay of Sowerby yeoman concerning a tenement in Sowerby. (West Yorkshire Archives Calderdale Ref.- WYC:1612/12).

1700. Lease for 21 years of a farm and lands in possession of Mr Robert Clay from Henry Duke of Norfolk for a rent of £10. (Ref.- West Yorkshire Archives QE28/83).

1701. City of York Window Tax. Mrs Clay of St Michael le Belfry. Bootham Ward Taxed 6 shillings. (Ref.- Window Tax Records).

1701-1992. Clay Family of Halifax. Family and estate records including Deeds and other records relating to Saville Place, Halifax, household accounts of Howard Clay and his wife Elizabeth and Campbell Clay 1884-1959. (Ref.- West Yorkshire Archives. Calderdale. MISC:943).

1702. Jan.10th. John Clay came having dispatched his writings - Yorkshire and Lancashire Ministers. (Ref.- Book. The Rise of the Old Dissent).

1703. Samuel Clay. Defendant concerning property in Huddersfield in Court Case - Shaw v Shaw. (TNA Ref.- C10/451/14).

1704. Aug.1st. Jonathan Clay witness to a conveyance of land in Brightside Byerley. Sheffield. (TNA . Catalogue of Charter Rolls).

1705. April 19th. Will of William Clay of Northowram yeoman. (West Yorkshire Archives Calderdale Ref.- MISC:468/70).

1706. June 4th. John Clay of Halifax married Hannah Hodgson of Bradford at Bradford. (PC2023).

1707. July 2nd. Norton Parish Register co Yorkshire. Ralph Clay married Sarah Peniston. (Norton Parish Register).

1707. November. Lease for 21 years of Sheffield Park Colliery in possession of Mr Robert Clay, Joseph Banks esq and Mrs Jane Diston at a yearly rent of £100. (West Yorkshire Archives. Calderdale. Ref.- ---- QE28/83).

1708. July 21st. Elizabeth Clay married Henry Bockin. (Norton Parish Register Yorkshire).

1708. Lease for 21 years of a farm in possession of Robert Clay at a rent of £11 and 5 shillings. (West Yorkshire Archives Ref.- QE28/83).

1708. Dec.1st. Settlement Certificate for Thomas Clay and his wife Golcar to Sowerby. (West Yorkshire Archives  Calderdale Ref.- SPL:92/46).

1709. April 26th. Wakefield Court Roll.  John Clay of Northowram  yeoman concerning land taken from The Green in Northowram with building now used as a school. (West Yorks Archives Calderdale     -- Ref.-- BRA:6/1/2/2).

1709. Freeholders. Manor of Wakefield. John Clay of Northowrom, Henry Clay and Charles Clay of Rushworth cum Norland.

1709. John Clay. Overseer of the Poor at Northowram. (Ref.- PC2023).

1710. Admon of Ellen Clay of Clarton. (West Yorkshire Archives Leeds Ref.- RD/AP1/28/173).

1710.  Robert Clay who's father made his fortune investing in coal and lead at Sheffield  voyaged  as a ships mate to Philadelphia where in church he saw Ann Curtis  his future wife. (Ref.- PC2023).

1711. Mr Collier married Mary Clay of Flockton near Huddersfield who had been brought up by the pious Lady Elizabeth Hastings she was 14 years his junior and had some little property which is said to have been soon dissipated by her husbands intemperate habits he  was born at Rochdale  and died at Milnrow on July 11th 1786 (Ref.- Dictionary of National Biography page 348).

1712. Jeremiah Clay. Overseer of the Poor at Northowram. (Ref.- PC2023).

1713. A tenement and farm in the possession of Robert Clay held by lease from Thomas Duke of Norfolk for 21 years from Michaelmas 1713  at a yearly rent of £10.  (West Yorkshire Archives Ref.- QE28/173).

1713. Oct. 8th. Jackson's  Ing in Sowerby the property of Mr Clay mentioned in the Will of William Horton. (History of Halifax page 218).

1713. Bradford. Paid 5s.6d to Tim Clay to keep the church clock aright. (Ref- The Bradford Antiquary vol. 2).

1716. Feb. 7th. Charles Clay. Watchmaker of Flockton in Yorkshire applies to His Majesty for a patent of a repeating clock he has invented. (TNA Ref.- SP35/8/41).

1716. Sept. 27th. Apprenticeship concerning Richard Allen and Robert Clay. (West Yorkshire Archives Bradford. Ref.- STST/2/239).

1717.  Cottage and Closes at  Hunger Hill concerning John Clay of Northowram yeoman and William Clay of Halifax  gentleman. (West Yorkshire Archives Calderdale. Ref.- CN:28).

1718. July 13th. Thomas son of Thomas Clay baptised at St Nicholas Church at Hollym cum Withernsea. East Riding of Yorkshire. (Ref.- Parish Register).

1720 Jan.1st. Jonathan Crowther of Langfield apprenticed to Thomas Clay of Sowerby tailor for 7 years. (West Yorkshire Archives Calderdale Ref.- TT:89).

1720. April 21st. Pontefact Corporation to John Clay wasteland adjoining Ratten Row for 4 pence per annum. (West Yorkshire Archives Wakefield Ref.- WMT/PO/3/58).

1720. Aug.16th. John Clay. Butcher of Kingston-upon-Hull in Debtors Prison at Kingston-upon-Hull. (London Gazette page 5).

1720. Aug. 23rd. Thomas Clay yeoman of Beverley. Insolvent Debtor. (London Gazette page 4).

1720.  Samuel Buck arrived in Sheffield to sketch houses of leading inhabitants and he chose 2 new buildings at Bridgehouses belonging to Mr Robert Clay a lead merchant.  (Ref.- PC2023).

1721. Court Case. Webster v Hutchinson. - Plaintiff Robert Clay lead merchant of Sheffield. (TNA Ref.- C11/856/58).

1722. March 27th. Percival son of Thomas Clay baptised  in the Church of St Nicholas at Hollym near Withernsea in the East Riding of Yorkshire. (Ref.- Parish Register).

1722. A tenement in the possession of Mr Robert Clay held by lease for 21 years from Michaelmas 1722 at a yearly rent of £10.  (West Yorkshire Archives Ref.- QE28/129).

1723. June 2nd. Thomas son of Thomas Clay buried at Hollym cum Withernsea. (Ref.- St Nicholas Parish Register. Hollym).

1724. Dec. 10th. David son of Thomas Clay baptised at St Nicholas Church at Hollym cum Withernsea. (Parish Register. East Riding of Yorkshire).

1726. Lease for 21 years a tenement in the parish of Handsworth in the possession of Joshua Clay at a yearly rent of £4 from the late Duke of Norfolk also a tenement at a yearly rent of 15 shillings and a cottage at a yearly rent of 1 shilling. (West Yorkshire Archives. QE28/173).

1727. A tenement in possession of Robert Clay for 21 years at a yearly rent of £14. (West Yorkshire Archives Ref.- QE28/129).

1729. March 11th. Mortgage of Henry Clay blacksmith of Himsworth son of Henry Clay blacksmith  of the same deceased to Wm. Rose 3 cottages in Himsworth. (Sheffield Record Office Ref.- OD/64).

1729. May 31st. Prisoners in the Gaol of Kingston-upon-Hull who intend to take the Relief for Insolvent Debtors. John Clay. Butcher of Kingston-upon-Hull. (London Gazette page 6).

1730. July 25th. Will of John Clay of Sheffield. Taylor. (Derbyshire Record Office Ref.- D7987/33/7).

1731. Mary daughter of Robert Clay of Sheffield married James Allot of Crigglestone  10th Aug. 1731 he died 1737 she died 1747 age 50. (Parish Register of Kirkburton. Yorkshire vol. 2 page 21).

1734. Northoweram. John Speight sold the double stall or pew for 5 shillings to John Clay and 2 others. (Ref.- PC2023).

1734. April 22nd. Mortgage of 3 cottages in Himsworth by Henry Clay blacksmith of Himsworth. (Sheffield Record Office Ref.- OD/65).

1736. March. 26th. Transfer by Henry Clay blacksmith and Mary his wife to Richard Bagshaw 3 cottages at Himsworth. (Sheffield Record Office Ref.-  OD66).

1736. Oct.19th. Lease to Hannah wife of John Clay of Northowram concerning a messuage in Tong. (West Yorkshire Archives .Wakefield. Ref. - C1358/404).

1736. Sept. 30th. Will of Robert Clay of Bridgehouses. Sheffield to his son Joseph Clay by his 2nd wife Joanna he bequeaths his lands and housing at Walkley and Stannington, the smelting mill and houses and land at Dore in the parish of Dronfield, his house at Bridgehouses with all the land and mines and personal estate, his house and land at Tickell to be sold to pay his debts. To his grandsons  Slater Clay and Thomas Clay 5 shillings each. He appoints his wife Joanna and son Joseph with others as executors. (Ref.- York Registry of Probate).

1737. Dec. 26th. Joseph Clay of Bridge Houses married  Elizabeth Speight at Sheffield. (Parish Register).

1739. William Clay of Northowram. Halifax  gent age 28 was married to Elizabeth Condor of Leeds age 19 at Hunslet. 30th May 1739. (Pedigree of Condor Family and The Northern Genealogist).

1740. Sept. 8th. John Crowther a poor child of Sowerby apprenticed to Thomas Clay of Sowerby. (West Yorkshire Archives Calderdale Ref.- SPL:108/75).

1741. Rental of Church Lands . Rent Collecter Joseph Clay. (Sheffield Archives Ref.- PR138/B1/6).

1743. March 19th. Mortgage of a messuage called Steel Bank and several closes adjoining to Joseph Clay of Bridgehouses for £800. (Sheffield Record Office Ref.- MD3393).

1743. March 25th. Lease of a cottage with several closes to Joshua Clay of Handsworth yeoman for 21 years at annual rent of £20. (Sheffield Record Office Ref.- BGM/42).

1743. June 2nd. Release of property in Thornton by Isaac Clay and Abigail Clay. (West Yorkshire Archives Calderdale Ref.- HAS:1084/(283).

1744. April 1st. John Collier married Mary Clay daughter of Mr Thomas Clay of Flockton near Wakefield by whom he had 6 children he died at Milnrow in 1786 age 76. (Ref.- History of Rochdale).

1744. May 1st. Land Transfer. William Clay of Halifax merchant. Land in Ovenden andTong. (West Yorkshire Archive Services. Bradford. Ref.- Tong/3/590).

1744. July 30th. Lease and Release of John Clay of Northowram gent and William Clay of Halifax gent son and heir of the aforesaid John Clay and Hannah his late wife. Messuage, dwelling house in Tong and several closes. (West Yorks Archives Bradford. Ref.- Tong/3/592).

1745. March 1st. Burial of Robert Clay of the Duke of Mountague Regiment. (Registers of the parish of Kippax. St Michael le Belf.).

1745. October. Percival Clay sentenced at Hull to Transportation departed March 1746. (Book. - Emigrants in Bondage by P. W. Coldham).

1746. July 26th. Australia. Percival Clay a convict servant  blacksmith by trade ran away. He is of middle stature, dark complexion he had on a blue cloth jacket, a white shirt, an old hat and a pair of pistols. Whoever brings the runaway to my house on the Wiseman River shall have 2 pistols reward and besides what the law allows. - Francis Brown. (Newspaper Report).

1747. July. Charles Barrett a boy of 15 was driving a wagon which overturned into the water and has not been seen since. Any information to Mr William Clay of Halifax. Reward.  (Gazette Newspaper).

1748. Jan. 23rd. Elizabeth wife of Joseph Clay of Bridge Houses. Sheffield died and was buried in the Chapel at Attercliffe. (1st wife).

1749. Court Case.- Bagshaw v Hallam.- Plaintiffs Richard Bagshaw of Castleton and Joseph Clay gent of Sheffield. (TNA Ref.- C1161/5).

1749. July 24th. Indenture. William Clay of Halifax shalloon maker to have John Bowler for term of 8 years to comb wool and tent and weave shalloons as apprentice. (West Yorks.Calderdale Ref.-RP: 30).

1750. John son of William Clay. Cutler apprenticed to Joseph Bramall of Coal Pit Lane. Cutler. (Ref.- List of Apprentices and Freemen of Yorkshire).

1753. Partnership. Joseph Clay of Bridgehouses in Sheffield esq and 5 others concerning Colnebridge Forge. (West Yorkshire Archives Bradford Ref.- SpSt/5/5/5/5).

1753. July 1st. Lease for 21 years. Joseph Clay of Bridge House near Sheffield  concerning lease of ironworks and mill, Colnbridge Forge, slitting mill and premises, annual rent £80. (Ref.- Yorkshire Archaeologicaland History  Society MD335/3/8/6).

1754. Feb. 25th. Joseph Clay of Bridge Houses married Sarah Elmsall at Thornhill. York. (2nd Wife).

1754. Dec.16th.  William Clay of Halifax merchant. Trustee of a property at Bowram Top in Halifax. (West Yorkshire Archives Calderdale Ref.-  FH:445).

1755. May 6th.The following persons being prisoners for debt in His Majesty's Gaol at the Castle of York. Jeremiah Clay late of Midgley in the parish of Halifax. Clothier. (London Gazette page 6).

1755. Oct. 29th. Conveyance  of 2 messuages of dwelling houses and 2 parcels of land called The Croft situated in Greetland Edge now in tenure of Henry Clay and John Clay. (Ref.- PC2023).

1759. March 20th. To be sold. 2 messuages with appurtenancies in Norland near Halifax, meadow and pasture land well fenced, in occupation of George Clay as tenant who will shew the premises. (Ref.- ---  Leeds Intelligencer and Yorkshire General Advertiser page 3).

1760. Will of Ann Clay of Doncaster. Yorks.  Brothers Samuel Clay, James Clay, Sisters Elizabeth, Martha, Susannah, Samuel and James sons of her brotherJames, niece Ann Clay. (TNA Ref.- PROB11/478).

1760. A cottage in Halifax in occupation of Daniel Clay. (West Yorkshire Archives Calderdale Ref.- RP:290).

1761. Joseph Jefcock was apprehended on suspicion of robbing Mrs Clay of the Bridgehouse of a gold watch some time ago and was ordered to the Magistrate at York. (Ref.- Ipswich Journal page 6).

1762. March 8th. William Clay of Halifax gentleman concerning property near the Maypole in Halifax. (West Yorkshire Archives Calderdale Ref.- HAS:721b/1/34-35). 

1762. March 9th. Two men charged with robbing the wife of Joseph Clay of a gold watch and 2 shillings in money. (Leeds Intelligencer).

1763. A plan of Barns, Stables etc in Sheffield called Castle Lathes bounded by Haymarket, Dixon Lane and Castle Fields occupied byJoseph Clay. (Sheff. Record Office Ref.- ACM/MAPS/SheS/1951S).

1763. May 7th. Messuage and tenement called Birthtree in Halifax in occupation of Charles Clay. (West Yorkshire Archives Calderdale Ref.- RP:461).

1766. Feb. 17th. Committed to Newgate from the Public Office in Bow Street Joseph Clay for a felony and burglary lately perpetrated at Huddersfield. (Ref.- The Public Advertiser page 2).

1766. June 1st. John Hirst of Clough in Rotherham to Walter Oborne of Sheffield and Joseph Clay of Bridgehouses in Sheffield gentleman.  All the coal still ungot in the Leylands, The Horner Croft and Horner Garden in Darnell. Sheffield.( Ref.- Sheffield.Archives. YWD/923/1).

1767. Cotton St. Sheffield several parcels of ground in Colson Crofts under lease from the Duke of Norfolk to Joseph Clay. (Sheffield Record Office Ref.- FCFB32 p76-77).

1767. June 25th. Will of Ralph Elmsall bequests his property in Sheffield to his son Edward  then to his grandaughter Ellen Clay and then to his grandson John Clay. (Sheffield Record Office - FCD13).

1767. Aug. 25th. On Saturday the 15th William Clay brickmaker at Castleford. Yorkshire was thrown from his horse near Allerton - Bywater and killed on the spot.(Leeds Intelligencer / Yorks Adv. p 3). 

1767. For Sale. A messuage, barn and 6 dwelling houses and 4 closes of land in Northwram parish of Halifax. Enquire of Mr William Clay of Halifax. (Leeds Intelligencer and Yorkshire General Advertiser).

1768. Manor of Dewsbury Papers mentions Robert Clay of Sheffield. 1768 - 1773.  (Ref.- John Goodchild Collection).

1769. Jan. 3rd. To be Sold a messuage and farm called Clay Hall in Cawthorne near Barnsley with several closes of land. (Ref.- Leeds Intelligencer and Yorkshire General Advertiser).

1769. Sept. 12th. To be sold Freehold Estate near Lee Bank in Ovenden adjoining Halifax consisting of a messuage with outbuildings and a Fulling Mill  and 6 closes of land now in tenure or occupation of --- Mr William Clay. (Ref.- Leeds Intelligencer and Yorkshire  General Advertiser page 2).

1771. Letter from Joseph Clay of Bridgehouse to John Spencer concerning a Law Suit about ore got at Blackhole. (West Yorkshire Archives Bradford Ref.- SpSt/8/216).

1771. Mathew Clay convicted at Hull and sentenced to be transported to America. Ship. Summer.

1771. Nov. 30th. Deed. William Clay of Widdup Maidens. Warley. Shallloon Maker eldest son of John Clay of Widdup Maidens. Shalloon Weaver deceased between Henry Clay of Warley. Shalloon Weaver executor of John Clay concerning a messuage called Widdup Maidens in Warley. (West Yorkshire Archives Calderdale Ref.- HAS:358(423)/142). 

1773. March 30th. To be let. A new erected windmill in Ackworth. Enquire Mr Clay at Swillington Windmill. (Leeds Intelligencer).

1773. Dec. 28th. On Sunday last William Clay of Wyke near Halifax showed a pig only 13 months old which weighed 34 stone and 4 ib. (Leeds Intelligencer and Yorkshire General Advertiser page 3).

1774. Feb. 26th. Letter from  Joseph Clay of Sheffield to John Spencer in London concerning rent for Bradley Forge. (West Yorkshire Archives Bradford Ref.- SpSt/5/5/1/22).

1774. Nov. 8th. To be sold by Auction. A stone windmill near Claypit House in Leeds. Enquire - Mr Thomas Clay of Swillington Moor lessee of the said mill. (Leeds Intelligencer).

1775. March 2nd. A farm called Highroyd in Warley occupied by George Clay. (West Yorkshire Archives Calderdale Ref. - RP:1092).

1775. March 3rd. Lease. Joseph Clay of Bridgehouses near Sheffield esq concerning the ironworks and mill called Colnebridge Forge and slitting mill at Bradley. (West Yorkshire Archives Bradford Ref.- ----- SpSt/5/5/2/19).

1775. May 20th. Deed. John Clay of Widdup Maidens. Shalloon Maker. Thomas Clay of Widdup Maidens. Yeoman. Henry Clay of Warley. Yeoman concerning property in Farther Height. Warley. (West       --- Yorkshire Archives Calderdale Ref.- HAS:358(423)167).

1775. Surrender. Henry Clay of Warley. Shalloon Weaver executor of the Will of John Clay the elder of Widdup Maidens in Warley concerning  a messuage called Theaker Yake in Sowerby with a cottage. ---(West Yorkshire Archives Calderdale Ref.- RP:972).

1775. May 9th. To be sold by auction a Copyhold Estate called Higbreyd in Warley near Halifax consisting of a messuage and outhousing in possession of George Clay. (Leeds Intelligencer and Yorks. Ad).

1775. May 23rd. Auction. An estate called Highbroyd in Warley. Halifax containing a messuage and outbuildings in possession of George Clay. (Leeds Intelligencer).

1775. Lease to Joseph Clay of Bridge Houses. Sheffield of a house with garden and a Close called Monsall Roods in Foolow in Eyam. (Derbyshire Record Office Ref.- D504/12/1/1-3).

1775. Map of Ann Clay's garden at Handsworth. (Sheffield Record Office Ref.- ACM/MAPS/Han/70S).

1776. May 5th. Bond for £300 to Joseph Clay of Rastrick. Stuffmaker. (West Yorkshire Archives Calderdale Ref.- 1610/42).

1776. Dec. 6th. Admittance of Joseph Clay of Rastrick. Stuffmaker to a cottage lately part of a farm called Crow Trees and land in Rastrick. (West Yorkshire Archives Calderdale Ref.- 1610/43).

1778. Feb. 4th. William Clay of Halifax gentleman trustee of the Will of Richard Brooke. (West Yorkshire Archives Calderdale Ref.- HAS:721b/1/43-44).

1778. June 16th. Prisoners in His Majesty's Prison of The Fleet for debt. Thomas Clay late of Seacroft Mill in the parish of  Whitchurch. Farmer. (London Gazette page 9).

1779. Feb. 23rd. Prisoners in Gaol at Bradford. Yorkshire. Jeremiah Clay late of Sowerby in the parish of Halifax. Stuff Weaver. Insolvent Debtor. (London Gazette page 8).

1779. Robert Clay of Attercliffe esq bequested £3. 3s yearly for the Sunday School at Attercliffe.  (Ref.- PC2023).

1779. Dec. 28th. The following persons are to appear at West Riding Sessions James Clay of Slaithwaite Clothier and William Clay. Clothier of the same. (Leeds Intelligencer / Yorks. Advertiser)

1780. Jan.11th. West Riding Sessions. Long list of tradesmen and shopkeepers (licences ?). James Clay of Slaithwaite. Clothier and William Clay. Clothier of the same. (Leeds Intelligencer).

1780. Feb. 29th. The Duke of Grafton grants Sir Thomas Claye and his heirs £500. (Ref.- Leeds Intelligencer and Yorkshire General Advertiser).

1780. Aug. 1st. A few days ago married at York Miss Clay of Oulton and William Smith. Linen Draper of Kippax. (Ref.- Leeds Intelligencer and Yorkshire General Advertiser page 3).

1781. Jan. 2nd.The Court of Common Pleas at Westminster have appointed Richard Clay of Huddersfield. Gent. Commissioner for taking Bails in his local Court. (Leeds Intelligencer and Yorks. Gen. Adv).

1781. June 5th. Mary Clay of Huddersfield fined 5 shillings for reeling false and short yarn. (Leeds Intelligencer).

1781. A  map of Joseph Clay's farm in Sheffield Park. (Sheffield Record Office Ref.- ACM/MAPS/SheD/722L).

1781-1812.  Jacob Clay born Huddersfield. Yorkshire. served in the 8th Royal Veteran Battallion 56th Foot discharged age 49 after 20 years service. (TNA Ref.- WO121/175/107).

1782. Jan. 26th.  Will  of Joseph Clay of Rastrick yeoman. (West Yorkshire Archives Calderdale Ref.- 1610/46).

1782. May 14th. To be Sold by Auction.- Farmhouse, barn, stables, cowhouses, outbuildings and 70 Acres of land at Hirst Courtney now in possession of William Clay. (Leeds Intelligencer).

1782. Brightside Town. Sheffield. Exchange with the Duke of Norfolk by Joseph and Robert Clay. Clay's Meadow at High House for part of Stones Field. (Ref.- Arundel Castle Manuscripts. - SD396 -397).

1782. Plan of a close called Clay's Meadow given by Joseph and Robert Clay to the Earl of Surrey by an exchange. (Sheffield Record Office Ref.- ACM/MAPS/S1eD/824S).

1782. July 16th. A few days ago was married Miss Clay to Mr Holt both of Huddersfield. (Ref.- Leeds Intelligencer and Yorkshire General Advertiser page 3).

1783. Aug. 5th. Committed to gaol in York. Charles Clay a person employed in delivering letters there from the post office on charge of feloniously he embezzled and secreted several letters, on his box being searched 1300 letters were found. (Leeds Intelligencer).

1783-85. Surrender of school houses in Northowram by William Clay of Halifax eldest son of John Clay of Northowram yeoman deceased. (West Yorkshire Archives Calderdale. Ref.- WYC:1349/5)

1784.  A plan of Hawkesley Wheels with tenement occupied by Joseph Clay. (Sheffield Record Office Ref.- ACM/MAPS/16/14).

1784. March 16th. To be sold by auction a Freehold Estate consisting of a new erected dwelling house with 4 acres of arable and meadow in occupation of George Clay jnr. (Leeds Intelligencer page 1).

1784. April 20th. Committed to York Castle. John Morra hawker and pedlar charged upon the oath of Benjamin Clay of Mirfield with breaking into his shop at Dewsbury and stealing printed cottons, ribbands and handkerchiefs. (Leeds Intelligencer).

1784. May 28th. William Clay of Halifax gentleman. Trustee of the Will of Richard Brooke. (West Yorkshire Archives Calderdale Ref.- HAS:721b/1/56-57).

1784. Aug. 20th. City of York Assizes. Charles Clay convicted for felonously secreting a letter sent by post containing a promissory note for the payment of money. (TNA Ref.- HO47/3/109).

1786. Feb.14th. Yesterday at night Mr Clay of Swillington Moor Windmill was stopped near his own house by 2 footpads and robbed of 3 guineas and some silver. (Leeds Intelligencer).

1786. March 21st. On Thursday last was married Mr G. B. Greaves merchant of Sheffield to Miss Clay of Bridgehouse. (Ref. - Leeds Intelligencer and Yorkshire General Advertiser page 3).

1786. June 6th. Court. Joseph Williams waterman charged with assaulting and beating in a dangerous manner William Clay of Hirst Courtney farmer who now languishes with bruises. (Leeds Intelligencer and Yorkshire General Advertiser page 3).

1786. Attercliffe. Robert Clay's gift for the general purpose of the Sunday School. (Ref.- Collectio Rerum vol. 1).

1786. Notebook. Dronfield part of Norther Common in which coal is got by Joseph Clay. (Sheffield Record Office Ref.- FCNB p10).

1786. Nov. 28th. Jubal Barracough a poor child age 11 apprenticed to Charles Clay of Sowerby. (West Yorkshire Archives Calderdale Ref.- SPL:108/432).

1786. Nov. 28th.  Samuell Hellewell a poor child of Sowerby age 10  apprenticed to William Clay of Sowerby. (West Yorkshire Archives Calderdale Ref.- SPL:108/437).

1787. Square Congregational Church. Halifax.  Tombstone of Elizabeth Clay age 67.  (West Yorkshire Archives Calderdale Ref.- TS/SGC:177).

1787. A map of a Close at Bridge Houses held by Joseph Clay. (Sheffield Archives . Ref.- ACM/MAPS/SheS/2013L).

1787. Duke of Norfolk's cottages at Bridgehouses tenants Joseph Clay and others.  (Sheffield Archives Ref.- FC SheS 125S).

1787.  June 26th. Benjamin Clay. Importer of Irish Linen, Mercer and Haberdasher has opened a commodious shop and warehouse opposite the market cross in Huddersfield. (Leeds Intelligencer).

1787. Joseph W. Salmon apprenticed to Benjamin Clay of Mirfield. Linen Draper. (TNA Ref.- IR1 33f93).

1788. May 1st. Henry Clay of Coldedge Bottom. Manufacturer in occupation of a cottage and garden called Stones near the bottom of Cold  Edge. Warley. (West Yorkshire Archives Calderdale. Ref.-       -------- MISC:292/6/2/3).

1788. June 18th. Thomas Clay farmer of Seacroft Mill. White Church. York. -  Fleet Prison in London. (London Metropoliton Archives Ref.- CLA/047/LJ/17/073/041).

1789. May 30th. Elizabeth Condor married at Hunslet to William Clay of Northowram and Halifax. (Ref.- Familliae Minorum Gentium vol. 37).

1789. July 28th. Bradford Court Sessions. Grace Drake sentenced to 3 months in a solitary cell for stealing a quantity of handkerchiefs from Benjamin Clay of Huddersfield. (Leeds Intelligencer).

1789. Oct. 7th. Lease. James Clay of Cold Edge Top in Warley concerning a messuage in the same place. (West Yorkshire Archives Calderdale Ref.- WYC:3/65/16).

1790. Bradley Clay the Huddersfield radical was born in 1790 at Huddersfield son of John Clay. He married Harriet Ramsden in Liverpool. Bradley was involved with timber merchants Richard Clay and Richard Clay jnr. In 1823 Richard and Bradley were the proprietors of the Huddersfield Shipping Company and launched the sloop "The Ramsden" Bradley's only son Charles died in 1850 aged 23. In the 1851 Census Bradley was listed as an accountant. He died in 1862. (Various Newspaper Reports).

1790. Joseph Clay bought the manor of Wadsley from Michael Burton and when Joseph died in 1797 he bequethed it to his daughter Ellen wife of George Bustard Greaves. (Ref.- PC2023).

1791. Traders Directory. Thomas Clay. Grocer. High Street. Hull.

1791. Sept.13th. Mr Richard Clay at the Navigation Warehouse in Huddersfield requires owners of merchandise at his place to contact him or he will sell the items to the highest bidder. (Leeds Intelligencer).

1791. Sheffield. Nether Hallam Inclosdure. Four fields of Joseph Clay. (Sheffield Archives Ref.- FC She105S).

1792. Jan.16th. On Monday died Mrs Clay wife of Thomas Clay grocer at Hull. (Leeds Intelligencer).

1792. Dec. 24th. Bond of Benjamin Clay draper of Huddersfield. (West Yorkshire Archives Calderdale Ref.- RP/3:347).

1793. April 29th. On Tuesday last died Mr Richard Clay book keeper at the Navigation Warehouse. (Leeds Intelligencer).

1794. April 21st. Strayed or conveyed from Swillington Windmill a white mare with a long bushy tail. Anyone that shall bring the horse to Mr Clay at Swillington Mill shall receive one guinea. (Leeds Intelligencer).

1794. May 9th. Lease for 21 years to Ann Clay spinster of closes in Handsworth. Rotherham. Rent £55 and 2 boon workdays. (Sheffield Record Office Ref.- ACM/SD/871/156)

1794. June 9th. A meeting of the principle inhabitants of Halifax was held for the purpose of forming a Volunteer Corps of Infantry. William Clay subscribed  £5-5s. (Leeds Intelligencer).

1794. June 30th. A meeting at Huddersfield to raise a Volunteer Corps of Infantry. Benjamin Clay subscribed £10-10s. (Leeds Intelligencer).

1794. Sept. 22nd. Timothy Clay. Clerk of The Unanimous Society. (Ref.- PC23).

1794. Oct. 18th. Cottage  and closes in Warley in occupation of Isaac Clay.  (West Yorkshire Archives Calderdale Ref.- RP:963).

1795. John son of William Clay was apprenticed to George Smith of Wicker and again in 1798 to Henry Bird. Forgeman completed in 1806. (Ref.- List of Apprentices and Freemen of Yorkshire)

1795. Sept. 21st. William Clay of Burne's and Wade Close in Hurst Courtney in a list of tradesmen who produced Hemp and Flax he is listed 263 stones. (Leeds Intelligencer).

1796. Bole Hill Rd plan of an estate at Walkley in Sheffield the property of Joseph Clay. (Sheffield Archives Ref.- FC SheD 675L).

1796. June 15th. Joseph Clay of Sheffield  sends correspondence to his niece Mrs Holford. (Flintshire Record Office Ref.- D/BC/3185).

1797. Papers concerning damages to the colliery lands at Atttercliffe Common in lease to Mr Clay. (Ref.- Arundel Castle Manuscripts. S211).

1797. Jan.16th. Richard Clay to be Second Lieutenant Huddersfield Volunteers. (Leeds Intelligencer).

1797. Jan.16th. William Longley of Wakefield Outwood and others did assault and raise a great number of people to abuse in a riotous manner Mr Jeremiah Clay and his servants upon his premises in Wakefield Outwood when loading his corn. (Leeds Intelligencer).

1797. May. 19th. Lease of  Allotment on Carleton Common to Charles Clay. (West Yorkshire Archives Leeds Ref.- BDP29/29).

1797. June 26th. Mr Joseph Clay of Batley. Salter is an assignee of the Will of David Hartley. (Leeds Intelligencer).

1797.  June 26th. Joseph Clay of Bridge Houses gentleman died age 85 and is buried in the Chapel at Attercliffe.

1797. July 3rd. On Thursday night died Joseph Clay Esq of Bridgehouses near Sheffield. (Leeds Intelligencer).

1797. Oct.11th. Thomas Clay of Ecclesfield. Moulder. To appear at Rotherham Sessions. (Leeds Intelligencer).

1797. Dec.11th. Auction of several cottages on Thursday at the house of William Clay. Innkeeper in Luddenden in the parish of Halifax. (Leeds Intelligencer).

1797. John Blacklock apprenticed to Benjamin Clay Linen Draper of Huddersfield. (TNA Ref.- IR1 series 37f99).

1798.  Jan.6th. James Brown of Sowerby a poor child age 10 years apprenticed to William Clay of Sowerby. (West Yorkshire Archives Calderdale Ref.- SPL:108/596).

1801. Inclosure Award granted to Joseph Clay 1 rod and 9 poles of land at Attercliffe Common. (The Sheffield and District Inclosures. Sheffield City Archives).

1801. Aug. 4th. Whereas a Commission of Bankrupt is awarded and issued against Joseph Clay late of Batley in Yorkshire. Drysalter, Blanket Maker, Dealer and Chapman being declared bankrupt is hereby required to surrender himself to the Commissioners and make full disclosure of his estate and effects. (London Gazette page 969).

1801. Aug. 22nd. The Creditors who have proved their debts under a Commission of Bankrupt issued against Benjamin Clay of Huddersfield. Yorks. Linen Draper, Dealer and Chapman are desired to meet at the Queens Head in Huddersfield. (London Gazette page 1040).

1801. April 28th. Will of Sarah Clay widow of Bridgehouse. Sheffield. £300 to her daughter Ellen Greaves wife of George Bustard Greaves. (TNA Ref.- PROB11/1354).

1803. May 28th. To be sold by auction by Order of The Commissioners of Bakrupts issued against Joseph Clay late of Batley in Yorkshire. Drysalter, Blanket Maker, Dealer and Chapman. - A freehold estate at Clark Green in Batley consisting of a messuage with a mill lateley used as a fulling mill and a carding and a scribbling mill and other outbuildings also a dwelling house and several closes called The House Croft, Garden Croft, The Lane Croft and The Park otherwise The Paddock containing 6 acres late in possession of Joseph Clay but now of Widow Clay and a messuage in possession of Joseph Clay the younger. (London Gazette page 642).

1803. Francis son of John Clay completed his apprenticeship to Thomas Radford of Ecclesall Bank. (Ref. - List of Apprentices and Freemen of Yorkshire).

1804. The Commission of Bankrupt issued against Benjamin Clay of Huddersfield Linen Draper, Dealer and Chapman intend to meet  with creditors to prove their debts. (Ref.- Gazette Newspaper).

1804. April 23rd. Whereas Mr James Clay of Wakefield. Attorney at Law has assigned all his estate and effects to certain trustees. (Ref.- Leeds Intelligencer and Yorkshire General Advertiser page 2).

1805. Richard Clay of Navigation Wharf. Huddersfield and Samuel Clay. Linen Draper of Huddersfield. (Ref.-  Holdens Directory).

1805. November. Will of John  Hill late of Bradford. List of Legacies to benefit. Sarah Clay of Luddenden. Mary Clay and Samuel Clay. (Ref.- The Gazette Newspaper).

1806. Aug. 30th. Legacies bequeath to them in the Last Will and Testament of John Hill of Bradford but late of Islington in County of Middlesex to Sarah Clay of Luddenden. Yorks. and Mary Clay and Samuel Clay of Burnt Moor. (London Gazette page 1143).

1806. John son of William Clay completed his apprenticeship to Henry Bird. Forgeman from 1798 to 1806. (Ref.- List of Apprentices and Freemen of Yorkshire).

1807. Wakefield. Jeremiah Clay farmer of Sherburn. (List. Poll for Knights of the Shire in the County of York).

1807. Swillington. Jeremiah Clay jnr husbandman of Alveth. (List. Poll for Knights of the Shire  in the County of York).

1807. Huddleston Hall. William Clay farmer. Hurst Courtney. (List. Poll for Knights of the Shire in the County of York).

1807. Lotherton. Charles Clay miller of Lotherton. (List. Poll for Knights of the Shire in the County of York).

1807. Manchester. George Clay. Innkeeper of Batley. (List. Poll for Knights of the Shire in the County of York).

1807-1809. John Clay merchant of Rastrick plaintiff at York Assizes relating to interuption of water courses to plaintiffs dyehouse. (West Yorkshire Archives Kirklees. Ref.- KC165/301).

1808. James Clay from Halifax. Royal Artillery enlisted 1808 age 18 years transferred to 9 Batallion in 1830. (TNA Ref.- WO69/636/54).

1809. Oct. 28th. Abstract of the Will of Sarah Clay widow of Midgley in the parish of Halifax.Yorks. Sons William Clay and Samuel Clay. (TNA.Ref.- IR26/432/270).

1809. Nov. 7th. Notice is hereby given that the partnership between William Lumb and William Clay carried on at Leeds. Joiners and Carpenters is dissolved as William Clay has withdrawn from the business. (London Gazette page 1789).

1810. April 28th. Mary Clay of Bentley spinster. Freeholder of Bentley. Yorkshire. Witness concerning land transfer. (Sheffield Archives Ref.- CWM/828).

1810-15. William Clay born Halifax served in the Royal Artillery, discharged age 23. (TNA Ref.- WO97/1219/238).

1811. May 4th. The partnership between Richard Clay and William Preston both of Huddersfield as Common Carriers, Wakefield Traders and Lime Burners under the name of Clay and Preston was dissolved by mutual consent. (London Gazette page 834).

1811. June 11th. John Clay formerly of Kingston-upon-Hull. Merchant,Dealer and Chapman lately carrying on a business in Gottenburg. Sweden is in the Court of Bankrupts. (London Gazette page 1010).

1811. Aug. 3rd. Prisoners in Gaol at Halifax within the Manor of Wakefield. Jacob Clay late of Chidswell. Yorkshire. Clothier. (London Gazette page 1544).

1813. Feb.5th. Lease. Richard Clay of Huddersfield gent and 5 others concerning a bed of coal lying under land in North Bierley and Bowling. (West Yorkshire Archives Bradford Ref.- 68D82/6/6/C/378).

1814.  July 23rd. Samuel Clay linen draper of Huddersfield plaintiff in a court case . George Burman had accused Clay of being a Luddite. (West Yorkshire Archives Kirklees Ref.- KC165/80).

1814. Deeds to a messuage in Bentley bought from Samuel Clay. (Ref.- Sheffield Record Office.).

1814 Dec. 5th. Prisoners for Debt confined in his Majesty's Gaol at the Castle of York includes Isaac Clay of Ossett. Blacksmith. (Gazette Newspaper).

1816. Feb. 3rd. Examination of Sarah Priestley of Ovenden concerning her base child by Samuel Clay of Warley cotton manufacturer.  (West Yorkshire Archives Calderdale Ref.- HAS:103(237)109).

1816. John Clay now or late of Ossett in the parish of Dewsbury. Yorkshire. Clothier, Dealer and Chapman.- Bankrupt. (London Gazette page 2498).

1816. June. Diary of Lady Amabel Yorke. Vol. 30. - Clay writes to justify himself both to me and Ware but still harping on the injustice of having his farm raised. (West Yorks Archives. WYL150/6197/30).

1816. July 6th. The Commission of Bankrupts have issued forth against John Clay of Kingston-upon-Hull. Merchant and Factor who has conformed himself according to an Act of Parliament concerning bankrupts. (London Gazette page 1324).

1816. Sept. 7th. J. Hine to Mrs Holford a lawsuit regarding the Will of her great uncle Joseph Clay and an estate at Dronfield. Co. Derby.  (Flintshire Record Office Ref.- D/BC/3186).

1816. Nov. 13th. Marriage Licence.  Bradley Clay occupation Wharfinger of Huddersfield to Harriet Ramsden of Walton on the Hill. Lancashire. (Liverpool Record Office Ref.- 283 - JAM - 3 - 4).

1817. Jan. 18th. A meeting of the inhabitants of Huddersfield and its vicinity was held and resolutions were read by Mr Clay. (Ref.- The Leeds Mercury newspaper page 3).

1817. Feb. 21st. Illegitimacy Order. John Clay of Ossett clothier and Sarah Smith of Sandal Magna.  (West Yorkshire Archives Wakefield Ref. - WDP20/9/10/11/6).

1817. May 6th. The Creditors who have proved their debts against bakrupt John Clay of Kingston-upon-Hull. Merchant and Factor are desired to meet at the George Inn to obtain payment from several persons resident in Sweden. (London Gazaette page 1094).

1817. Nov.15th. Prisoner for Debt. Isaac Clay of Ossett. Yorks. Blacksmith in his Majesty's gaol of the Castle of York and is ready and willing to submit to be fully examined of his conduct towards his creditors. (London Gazette page 2340).

1817. Nov. 29th. John Clay age 18 born Yorkshire c1799. Military Service registered at Leeds. (Ref.- War Office Register).

1817. Richard Clay in the list of men in the Huddersfield Troop of Yeomen Cavalry. (Ref.- Yorkshire Notes and Queries vols. 1 - 2).

1817. Haifax.  A crypt now used as a library at the east end of the church where  two vicars lie interred Dr Clay and Dr Legh. (History of Halifax page 108).

1818 - 20. Samuel Clay. Linen Draper. Kirkgate. Huddersfield. (Pigot's Directory).

1818 - 20. John Clay. Cloth Dresser. Beast Market. Huddersfield. (Pigot's Directory).

1818. Oct. 26th. Surrender by John Clay of Sowerby Green. Cotton Manufacturer. (West Yorkshire Archives Calderdale Ref.- WYC:1525/1/4/7/4/5)

1818. Nov.16th. Conveyance of land at the old cut Brighouse to John Clay. (West Yorkshire Archives Calderdale  Ref.- KMA:171).

1819. Dronfield Woodhouse Colliery owned by Edward Eyre and Joseph Clay. (Sheffield Record Office Ref.- FC/CP/5/70).

1819. Almondbury. Trustees of the National School include Richard Clay. (Ref.- Annals of the Church and Parish of Almondbury page 141).

1820. July 21st. Enterd at the school. Thomas Clay age 8 son of Thomas  Clay of Leeds. (Register of Leeds Grammer School).

1820. Dec. 22nd. Debtors in the Castle of York Gaol includes William Clay late of Mirfield. Waterman. (Ref.- The Gazette Newspaper).

1820 - 21. Almondbury. Richard Clay churchwarden. (Ref.- Annals of the Church and Parish of Almondbury page 501).

1821 May 28th. Halifax Census. Abraham Clay of Warley.

1821. Bradley Clay has been employed by the Committee to procure signatures to the Reform Petition at Huddersfield etc, Mr Bradley it should seem is a radical. (Newspaper Report).

1821. June 15th. Daily boats from Leeds and Wakefield to Selby for furthur particulars apply to Bradley Clay. Canal Warehouse. (Newspaper Report).

1821. July 28th. Notice is hereby given that the partnership between Richard Clay and Bradley Clay as Common Carriers and Lime Burners at Huddersfield has been dissolved and the business will be carried on by Bradley Clay. (London Gazette page 1562).

1822. Finthorpe the seat of Richard Clay esq in the township and parish of Almondbury. (Ref.- Topographical Dictionary ofYorkshire).

1822. Jan. 8th. Notice is hereby given that the partnership Clay and Earnshaw. Fancy Woollen Manufacturers of Rastrick in the parish of Halifax was this day dissolved and all debts owing will be paid by John Clay. (London Gazette page 13).

1822. Jacob Clay listed at Dove. Dewsbury. (Baines Directory).

1822. Traders Directory. Richard Clay snr of Almondbury. Agent. (Baines Directory).

1822. John Clay. Consul. Swedish and Norwegian. 30 Postergate. Hull. (Ref.- History, Directory and Gazetter of the County of York).

1823. East Riding Hull. The  following vessels sail to and from Manchester and Hull every week include "The Friendship" William Clay. (History and Directory of the County of York page 351).

1823. The Huddersfield Shipping Company launched a very fine sloop built at Huddersfield by Mr Bradley Clay called "The Ramsden"intended for their London trade. (Newspaper Report).

1823. The County Petition. Mr Bradley Clay the Huddersfield radical concerning the resolutions of the York Committee. (Leeds Mercury Newspaper).

1824. Jan. 5th. The partnership between Samuel Clay and Stephen Horsley at Kingston upon  Hull. Common Brewers was dissolved by mutual consent. (Ref.- Gazette Newspaper).

1824. Notice  to the inhabitants of Huddersfield by Samuel Clay. Constable  requesting information when they observe any strangers of suspicious appearance. Yorks. Archives Kirklees.WYK1581/3/3/7.

1824. Jan. 20th. Notice is hereby given that the partnership between Richard Clay jnr and Bradley Clay as Raff Merchants and Boat Builders at Huddersfield. Yorks under the name Richard Clay and Co was dissolved by mutual consent and the business will be carried on by Bradley Clay. - signed by Richard Clay, Richard Clay jnr and Bradley Clay. (London Gazette page 116).

1826. The Society for relief of the Poor in Huddersfield. A meeting is appointed by Mr Bradley Clay the Constable of Huddersfield to provide a further subscription for the relief of the distressed. (News).

1826. Huddersfield Water Works. At a meeting with Mr Bradley Clay in the chair. It was resolved to make a constant supply of good water for the inhabitants at Huddersfield. (Newspaper Report).

1826. June 15th. The partnership between John Lainton and Robert Clay. Veneer - Sawers at Halifax is dissolved by mutual consent. (Ref.- The Gazette Newspaper).

1826. Nov.18th. The Graham Steam Packet had left Grimsby bound for Hull when the boiler suddenly burst with a tremendous explosion a lot of people were on deck and a very large number were thrown overboard.  Another boat was nearby by which loss of life was greatly diminished. One of the owners of the Graham was Richard Clay jnr of Selby. (Durham Chronicle).

1826. Dec.12th. Removal Order from Kippex. Leeds to Southill of Henry Clay and wife Hannah and children Henry age 14, Ann 12, James 10. Sarah 8, Mary 4. (West Yorkshire Archives Services. Leeds. Ref.- RDP47/90).

1827. To be Let. Well built stone mansion situate at Thorpe in Almondbury now in occupation of Richard Clay with excellent gardens an outbuildings and a quantity of land. (Newspaper Report).

1828. Richard Clay jnr of Goole. - Ship "The Lowther" has good accomadation for about 40 passengers. Information relative to trips will be given by applying to Mr Bradley Clay. (Newspaper Report).

1828. Mr Cobbetts radical lecture was refused to be held at the Court House and the George Inn. Mr Bradley is his most active supporter. It was  eventually held at the  Committee Room of the Huddersfield Water Works, Mr Bradley Clay and his clerk officiated as money takers on the door. (Newspaper Report).

1850. James Clay of Hull Member of Parliament. (Ref.- Wards Directory).

1853. James Clay. Kingston upon Hull. (Ref.- Trueman's Pocket Journal).

1856. John B. Clay 57 Hanover Sqaure. Manningham Lane District. Bradford. (Ref.- Lund's Bradford Directory).

1858. James Clay. Kingston upon Hull. (Trueman's Pocket Journal).

1873. May 8th. Mr James Clay will not seek re - election for Hull. (Ref.- The Western Mail. Wales).

1873. Sept. 27th. Mr James Clay MP for Hull died this morning at Brighton. (Ref.- The Aberystwith Observer page 4).

1873 Sept. 27th. We learn by telegram that Mr James Clay MP died  at Brighton. Mr Clay who was a Liberal in politics was first returned for Hull in 1847. He was unseated on petition in 1853 but regained the seat in 1857 and has since then represented the borough without interuption. (Ref.- South Wales Daily News page 3).

1873. Oct. 3rd. Mr James Clay M.P the senior member for Hull died at Brighton on Friday morning. The deceased was the eldest son of  the late James Clay merchant of Old Broad Street. London. He was born in 1804 and educated at Winchester School and Balliol College. Oxford. where he took honours. He was chairman of the Railway Passengers  Assurance Company  and of the Grand Junction and Southwark and Vauxhall Water Companies. (Ref.- The Merthyr Telegraph and General Advertiser page 4).

1873. Oct. 10th. The late member for Hull Mr James Clay had when living in Italy had  a tenor voice of great compass and power and could attack the high C . Mr Clay took the leading part in the operas performed by amateurs at Florence. Mr Clay had a musical family one of which is Mr Frederic Clay the composer who is also an able violinist. (Ref.- Monmouthshire Merlin newspaper page 2).

1873. Oct. 31st. The Illustrated London News says the Will of Mr Clay late member for Hull has been proved by his 2 sons which was under £45,000. (South Wales Daily News  page 3).

1887. March 22nd. At an inquest at Sheffield on Monday Mary Elizabeth Drew age 26 alleged to have died from the effects of an unlawful operation. Mary Clay charged with performing the operation and Henry Summonite medical botanist and Ellen Pearce midwife charged as accessories were committed for trial at the assizes charged with wilful murder. (South Wales Echo Newspaper page 4).

1900. March 10trh. Heavy loss of khaki by a fire which broke out in the Woollen Mill of Messrs J. Clay and Co of Ludden Foot. Yorkshire on Monday an extensive stock of khaki wool was destroyed. The damage is estimated at £8,000. The firm was working night and day to  supply orders for soldier's clothing. (Rhyl Record and Advertiser Newspaper page 50.

1905. Sept. 1st. An engagement is announced between Lionel Pillean Clay elder son of John William Clay of Rastrick House. Yorkshire and Helen daughter of Captain W. F. Maxwell R.N. of Tenby .South Wales. (Ref.- The Welshman newspaper page 6).

Conisbrough Manor Court Roll.

1381. July 7th. Braithwell. Fined for non attendance. John Clay and 6 others fined 2d each for not coming to the enquiry between William del Hill and Elisot wife of William Nelson.

1480. Nov. 8th. Braithwell. Fines for suit of court. Hugh Clay 3d. William Clay 3d  and 8 others who owe suit to this court every 3 weeks for their lands and tenements held of the Lord.

1480. Dec. 9th. Braithwell. John Blamche against Hugh Clay in a plea of debt in 2 complaints. The court agrees Hugh puts himself in amercement. (To be fined).

1480 - 81. Braithwell Fines. Hugh Clay constable and his fellows present that the wife of Williamm Strete baked bread and sold it against the assize so she is fined 2d.

1480 - 81. Aston. Fines. That John Kirke constable presented Robert Clay to be  fined 4d and two others who did not attend the tourn also fined.

1481. Oct. 3rd. Braithwell. Brian Vincent elected this year and he put in his place John Clay.

1481. Oct. 18th. Braithwell. Fines for suit of court.  Hugh Clay 3d and eight  others who owe suit at this court every 3 weeks for their lands and tenements which they hold of the Lord.

1481. Dec.5th. Braithwell. John Clay fined 2d and Hugh Clay fined 2d  along with 15 others who collected dry wood within the park without licence in the parish of Braithwell.

1482. Jan. 28th. Braithwell. John Symson complains against Hugh Clay in a plea of debt who is ordered to be summoned to the nexr court.

1482 Feb. 22nd. Braithwell.  Hugh Clay in a plea of debt  the court commanded  that the said Hugh be distrained and he has not come it is ordered he be further distrained to the next court.

1482. Oct. 22nd. Braithwell. Fines for suit of court William Clay 3d. Hugh Clay 3d and seven others also fined. Fines acknowledged by the Steward.

1482 - 83. Jan. 28th. Braithwell. John Symson against Hugh Clay plea of debt ordered that Hugh Clay to be summoned to the next court

1482 - 83. Feb. 22nd. Braithwell. John Symson against Hugh Clay for debt ordered to be distrained and fined 2d.

1483. Nov.12th. Braithwell. Fines. Hugh Clay 3d for suit of court and William Clay 3d and 7 others owe suit to this court for their lands and tenements held of the Lord.

1484. May 12th. Aston. John Clay constable and others present at court Nicholas Walker elected constable.

1484. July 14th. Braithwell. Inquisition between parties that Hugh Clay owes John Symson 11½ pence and 3d assessed for damages it is decided that  the said Hugh has made satisfaction.

1485. Nov. 16th. Braithwell. Fines for suit of court. Hugh Clay 3d. William Clay 3d and also  5 others. The fines of these persons are acknowledged by the Steward.

1485. Nov. 16th.  Aston. Fines. John Clay constable and his fellows present William of Aston  to be fined 4d.

1828. Joseph Travis Clay gave evidence in a court case in defence of Jonathan Schofields patent.- Also a case of pollution of Clay's water by a mill upstream.  (West Yorkshire Archive Service. Calderdale. Ref.- CLA/V/270).

1830. Joseph Travis Clay. Fancy Manufacturer of Rastrick. (Ref.- Leeds and District Directory).

Researchers of the early Clay families who lived in the county of Yorkshire are extremely fortunate in having so many remarkable archives available to them thanks to two distinguished historians, John William Clay and his son Charles Travis Clay who both independently transcribed and edited numerous ancient documents, charters and deeds for that particular county which are an invaluable source of information for family historians. This particular branch of Clay's were from Rastrick near Halifax in the county of Yorkshire and John William Clay was born there in 1838 and was a keen historian, antiquarian and genealogist, he married Alice Caroline Pilleau. He was the mayor of Brighouse in Yorkshire from 1898 to 1901 and was also a Justice of Peace.  He was a director of his fathers firm J. T. Clay and Sons who were mill owners and producers of wosted cloth but he still made time to pursue his interest of history and the result of his work in transcribing has left today's historians much to thank him for, he died in 1918.

His son Charles Travis Clay was born in 1885 at Rastrick House, he married Violet Robson and he was inspired by his father on the subject of history and produced a similar amount of transcripts relating to the history and genealogy of Yorkshire and had many books published. He was a member of various historical societies and was the librarian at the House of Lords in London for 34 years until he retired in 1956. He was knighted the following year to become Sir Charles Travis Clay, he passed away in 1978.

The amount of historical transcripts these two men produced for the county of Yorkshire are phenomenal and for this we must acknowledge and give credit to the invaluable work of John William Clay and his son Charles Travis Clay.

Elland Parish Register 1559. (Transcript by John William Clay).

William Clay of Elland buried  Aug.13th. 1559.

John Clay and Mary Saville married Oct.29th.1559 - daughter of Henry Saville of Bradley and sister of Sir John and Sir Henry Saville.

John son of William Clay of Elland  baptised 21st April. 1560.

Agneta Clay married Thomas Aries 1st June. 1561.

John son of Thomas Clay of Greetland baptised 28th Nov. 1561.

Agnet daughter of Gilbert Clay of Elland baptised 6th Jan. 1561 / 62.

Maria daughter of John Clay of Greetland buried 31st Jan. 1561 / 62.

Jeneta Clay married Thomas Houlroyde 11th May. 1562.

Robert son of Thomas Clay of Northland buried 28th Sept. 1562.

Michael son of John Clay of Greetland buried 5th Dec. 1562.

John son of John Clay of Soyland buried 9th Dec. 1562.

Michael son of Thomas Clay of Greetland baptised 20th Dec.1 562.

Michael son of John Clay of Norlande baptised 3rd Oct. 1563.

Margaret daughter of William Clay of Elland baptised 21st Nov. 1563.

Susana daughter of Robert Clay of Norlande baptised  21st May 1564.

Robert Clay of Norlande buried 11th July. 1564.

Elizabeth daughter of John Clay of Greetland baptised 22nd Oct.1564.

Jane daughter of Gilbert Clay of Elland baptised 17th Dec.1564.

Margaret daughter of Thomas Clay of Greetland baptised 10th March. 1564.

Jane daughter of Gilbert Clay of Elland buried 29th April. 1565.

Thomas son of William Clay of Greetland baptised 23rd Dec. 1565.

Edward Clay married Elizabeth Haighe 11th Feb.1565.

------ ?  son of Thomas Clay of Greetland baptised 24th Feb.1565-6.

Henrye son of Thomas Clay of Greetland buried 1st March. 1565-6.

Elizabeth daughter of John Clay of Greetland baptised 16th March. 1565-6.

John son of Gilbert Clay of Elland buried 16th Sept.1566.

Edward Clay of Elland buried 25th March 1567.

John son of John Clay of Greetland baptised 25th July. 1567.

Henry son of Thomas Clay of Greetland baptised 25th July. 1567.

Elizabeth Clay married John Waterhouse 1st March. 1567-8.

William Clay of Greetland buried 5th July. 1568.

George son of William Clay of Elland baptised 23rd July. 1568.

Mathew son of George Clay of Soyland baptised 21st Nov. 1568.

Margaret daughter of Gilbert Clay of Elland baptised 2nd Jan. 1568-9.

Mathew son of George Clay of Soyland buried 2nd April. 1569.

Robert son of Thomas Clay of Greetland baptised 24th April. 1569.

Henry son of John Clay of Greetland baptised 4th Sept. 1569.

Mathew son of George Clay of Soyland baptised 29th Sept. 1570.

Thomas son of Gilbert Clay of Elland baptised 14th Jan. 1570.

Johanna Clay widow of Elland buried 8th Feb.1570-1.

William Clay and Margaret Stancefield married 27th May 1571.

George son of John Clay of Greetland baptised 5th Aug.1571 - son of John Clay of Clay House and Mariola Saville brother of Robert Clay vicar of Halifax.

Elizabeth daughter of Thomas Clay of Greetland baptised 14th Oct. 1571.

Francis son of William Clay of Norlande baptised  10th Nov.1571. 

Richard Clay of Norlande buried 20th Nov. 1571.

Francis son of William Clay of Norlande buried 3rd Feb.   1571-2.

Charles Clay and Margaret Wodhead married 30th June 1572.

Martin son of Gilbert Clay of Elland baptised 4th Jan.1572-3.

Thomas son of William Clay of Norlande baptised 18th Jan.1572-3.

Barnadus son of William Clay of Elland baptised 9th May 1573.

John son of Thomas Clay of Norlande baptised 7th June 1573.

Hugh son of Thomas Clay of Greetland baptised 21st June 1573.

George son of John Clay of Greetland baptised 23rd Aug.1573.

Robert son of John Clay of Clay House baptised 23rd Aug. 1573 - (Later became Vicar of Halifax).

Gilbert Clay of Elland buried 2nd Feb.1573-4.

Caroli son of Caroli Clay of Norland baptised 14th Feb.  1573-4.

Richard Clay married Magaret Cosyn 28th Sept.1574.

Agnes daughter of Thomas Clay of Greetland buried 20th Jan. 1574 / 75.

Susan daughter of Thomas Clay jnr of Norlande baptised 23rd Jan. 1574 / 75.

George son of George Clay  of Soyland baptised 7th Jan. 1574 / 75.

John son of Richard Clay of Greetland baptised 14th Feb. 1574 / 75.

Agnes Clay married Thomas Goodheir 9th July 1575.

Carol daughter of William Clay of Norlande baptised 24th July 1575.

Elizabeth daughter of Gilbert Clay of Skoles buried 16th Aug. 1575.

William son of Thomas Clay of Norlande buried 10th Sept. 1575.

Thomas son of Thomas Clay of Elland baptised 27th Nov. 1575.

Margaret daughter of Caroli Clay of Norlande buried 25th Dec. 1575.

Johan daughter ? of Thomas Clay of Greetland buried 26th Dec. 1575.

Maria daughter of William Clay of Elland baptised 24th Feb. 1575 / 76.

Lucas son of John Clay of Greet land baptised 8th April 1576. - (Brother of the Vicar of Halifax).

Grace daughter of Thomas Clay of Greetland baptised 23rd Dec. 1576.

William son of Richard Clay of Greetland baptised 3rd Feb. 1576 / 77.

Dorothy daughter of Thomas Clay of Norlande baptised 10th Feb. 1576 / 77.

John Clay of Greetland buried 8th March 1576 / 77.

Thomas son of George Clay of Soyland baptised 12th May 1577.

Henry Clay married Jane Ramsden 29th July. 1577.

Agnes daughter of Thomas Clay of Elland baptised 22nd Sept. 1577.

Dorothy Clay married John Wilkinson 15th Jan. 1577 / 78.

Henry Clay of Greetland buried 28th Feb. 1577 / 78.

Gilbert Clay of Norlande juvenis buried 19th March. 1577 / 78.

Elizabeth wife of John Clay of Soyland buried 29th March. 1578.

Margeria daughter of John Clay of Greetland buried 15th April. 1578.

Francis son of Thomas Clay of Greetland baptised 10th Sept. 1578.

Carolus Clay and Jeneta Waterhouse married 7th Dec. 1578.

Thomas son of Thomas Clay of Greetland buried 19th Dec. 1578.

John Clay of Greetland baptised 1st March. 1578 / 9.

Thomas Clay and Katerina Mellor married 17th May. 1579.

John Clay and Agnes Knotte married 31st May. 1579.

Jana Clay and Thomas Campynot married 19th July 1579.

Elizabeth daughter of Thomas Clay of Elland baptised 20th Dec. 1579.

John son of Caroli Clay of Norlande baptised 21st Feb. 1579 / 80.

Jeneta daughter of John Clay of Elland baptised 8th May. 1580.

Jane daughter of Thomas Clay of Norlande baptised 24th May. 1580.

Francisca Clay and Thomas Goodheire married 24th Oct. 1580.

Thomas Clay of Norlande buried 20th Jan. 1580 / 81.

Grace daughter of Thomas Clay of Greetland baptised 26th Feb. 1580 / 81.

Gilbert Clay of Greetland buried 26th March.1581.

John Clay and Isabella Holdsworth married 3rd April. 1581.

Margaret Clay and Richard Clegg married 15th May. 1581.

John Clay and Xpabella Waterhouse married 14th August. 1581.

Robert son of Richard Clay of Elland baptised 24th Sept. 1581.

John son of Thomas Clay of Elland baptised 15th Oct.1581.

Sarah daughter of John Clay of Norlande baptised 10th June. 1582.

Susanna daughter of Thomas Clay of Norlande batised 7th Oct. 1582.

John son of Thomas Clay of Elland buried 8th Feb. 1582 / 83.

Susanna daughter of Caroli Clay of Norlande baptised 24th Feb. 1582 / 83.

Thomas son of Thomas Clay of Greetland baptised 2nd June. 1582.

Thomas son of John Clay of Elland baptised 9th June. 1583.

Alice Clay of Norlande widow buried 9th Dec. 1583.

John son of Thomas Clay of Elland baptised 15th Dec. 1583.

Maria daughter of John Clay of Norlande baptised 1st March. 1583 / 84.

Maria Clay and Henry Brigge married 16th Aug. 1584.

Maria adulterina of Henry Brigge and Janete Clay of Elland baptised 13th Sept. 1584.

John son of John Clay of Elland baptised 22nd Nov. 1584.

Jeneta Clay of Brookbrigge adolescentula buried 1st Jan. 1584.

Jeneta wife of Caroli Clay of Norlande buried 4th July. 1585.

Maria daughter of John Clay of Norlande buried 24th Oct. 1585.

William son of Thomas Clay of Elland baptised 26th March. 1586.

Henry son of Richard Clay of Elland baptised 22nd May. 1586.

Johanna daughter of Thomas Clay of Greetland baptised 10th July. 1586.

John son of John Clay of Norlande baptised 14th Aug. 1586.

Elizabeth Clay widow of Norlande pauper buried 26th  Dec. 1587.

Henry son of Richard Clay of Elland buried 5th Feb. 1587 / 88.

John Clay of Norlande buried 20th Feb. 1587 / 88.

(Entries separated from here - baptisms etc.)

Infans basus Gilbert Clay of Elland buried 4th Nov. 1590.

Thomas Clay of Elland buried 3rd Jan. 1590 / 91.

George son of Gilbert Clay of Elland buried 20th Oct. 1592.

Jeneta daughter of Gilbert Clay of Elland buried 15th April. 1593.

Infans Gilbert Clay of Elland buried 28th Feb.1594 / 95.

Grace daughter of John Clay of Clay house buried 19th Aug. 1595.

Infant of Gilbert Clay of Elland buried 11th April. 1596.

Henry son of John Clay of Greetland buried 19th Jan.1596 / 97.

George Clay of Soyland buried 4th March. 1596 / 97.

Margaret wife of Thomas Clay of Greetland buried 24th Sept.1597.

Anna daughter of John Clay of Elland buried 1st April. 1599.

John Clay of Greetland buried 20th Sept. 1600.

Infant of Gilbert Clay of Elland circiter, diem buried 22nd Feb. 1600 / 01.

Grace daughter of Thomas Clay of Greetland adolescent buried 18th Oct. 1601.

Janeta daughter of George Clay of Brookebridge buried 21st Jan. 1601 / 02.

Johannes filius of Johannis Clay pauper of Norland buried 22nd Nov. 1602.

John Clay of Elland buried 9th Feb. 1605.

Elizabeth daughter of John Clay of Elland infant buried 24th April. 1605 / 06.

The following transcripts should be checked with the original registers.

Yorkshire West Riding Baptisms.

1567 / 68. Thomas son of William Clay baptised at Snaith.

1579. John son of John Clay baptised at Halifax.

1587 / 88. Thomas Clay baptised at Thornhill.

1589. John Claye buried at Rotherham.

1596. John son of Thomas Clay baptised at Halifax.

1599. Susan daughter of Bernard and Sara Clay baptised at Halifax.

1601 / 02. Grace daughter of William Clay baptised at Sheffield.

1602. John Clay buried at Burneston.

1605. Anna Clay baptised at Sheffield.

1609. John son of John Clay baptised at Rothwell.

1609. Elizabeth daughter of William Clay baptised at Sheffield.

1612. George son of John Clay baptised at Rothwell.

1616. John Clay jnr buried at Hull.

1619. John son of John Clay baptised at Halifax.

1620. Thomas son of Robert Clay baptised at Halifax.

1622. Isaac son of Isaac Clay baptised at Halifax.

1624. Henry son of John Clay baptised at Mirfield.

1625. Henry son of John Clay buried at Mirfield.

1626. Richard son of Richard Clay baptised at Mirfield.

1626. Richard son of Richard Clay buried at Mirfield.

1626. John Claye jnr buried at Mirfield.

1627. Susan daughter of John Clay baptised at Mirfield.

1627. Johannes Clay buried at Arksey.

1628. John son of Thomas Clay buried at Sutton.

1629. William son of William Clay baptised at Thirsk.

1631. Jane daughter of William Clay baptised at Thirsk.

1631. John son of Mathew Clay baptised at Atwick.

1644. Sarah daughter of John Clay baptised at Halifax.

1644. Phebe daughter of John Clay baptised at Halifax.

1645. James son of Thomas Clay baptised at Timble Bridge. Leeds.

1645 / 46. John son of John Clay baptised at Mirfield.

1646. Esther daughter of John Clay baptised at Halifax.

Yorkshire West Riding Marriages.

1564. Richard Clay married Anne Saxon at Rotherham.

1569. Margaret Clay married Richard Parkyn at Rotherham.

1571. Richard Clay married Elizabeth Graunger at Rotherham.

1577. Robert Clay married Dorothea Broke at Ripon.

1580. Alse Clay married William Ogden at Tong.

1582. Alice Clay married Oliver Joyle at Rotherham.

1591. Richard Clay married Ellin Clarke at Foston.

1596. Richard Clay married Alice Robinson at Rotherham.

1598. Arthur Clay married Anna Atkin at Sheffield.

1598 / 99. Katherin Clay married Thomas Hudson at Wath upon Dearn.

1602. Elizabeth Clay married William Stones at Rotherham.

1602. John Clay married Margaret Smith at Rothwell.

1603. Elizabeth Clay married John Senyar at Dewsbury.

1608. Elizabeth Clay married William Cooke at Cantley.

1617. Christopher Clay married Elizabeth Jackson at Rotherham.

1628. John Clay married Mary Mosley at Kirkburton.

1629. William Clay married Anne Skailes at Thirsk.

1632. Jennet Clay married John Hagh at Hartshead.

1632 / 33. James Clay married Mary Waite at York.

1641. John Clay married Agnes Haukeyard at Mirfield.

1643. John Clay married Hellen Donell at Mirfield.

1644. Thomas Clay married Isabell Austin at Leeds.

1644. Elizabeth Clay married Richard Mounton at York.

Yorkshire West Riding Burials.

1565 / 66. William Clay buried at Sheffield.

1586 / 87. Anne Clay a poor beggar buried at Halifax.

1597. Margareta daughter of Arthur Clay buried at Sheffield.

1607. Anne Clay buried at Cantley.

1608 / 09. Margaret daughter of William Clay buried at Sheffield.

1611. Florens wife of William Clay buried at Sheffield.

1611. Elizabeth daughter of William Clay buried at Sheffield.

1614. William Clay buried at Sheffield.

1616. Olive Clay buried at Cantley.

1620. Jacobus son of William Clay buried at Cantley.

1626 / 27. Elizabeth daughter of John Clay buried at Mirfield.

1627. Susan daughter of John Clay buried at Mirfield.

1629. William son of William Clay buried at Thirsk.

1631. Richard Clay buried at Mirfield.

1639. Robert Clay buried at Wath upon Derne.

1641. Isabell wife of John Clay buried at Mirfield.

Yorkshire West Riding - Claye.

Claye.

1543. Elizabeth daughter of Richard Claye baptised at Sowerby.

1561 / 62. Maria Claye married William Fewlar at York.

1586. John Claye married Jenett Jackson at Mirfield.

1587. Wife of Simonis Claye buried at Askham.

1588 / 89. Robert Claye married Margaret Cobstacke ? at Doncaster.

1588 / 89. William son of Simonis Claye baptised at Askham.

1589. Richard son of John Claye baptised at Mirfield.

1589 / 90. Henry Claye buried at Aldborough. Boroughbridge.

1589 / 90.  Alicia Claye married Jacobus Pollerde at Darrington.

1591 / 92. Elizabeth daughter of John Claye baptised at Mirfield.

1592. Robert son of Simon Claye baptised at Askham.

1596. Jane daughter of George and Anne Claye baptised at Halifax.

1597. Margaret Claye married Robert Whyttle at Rotherham

1597. Peter Claye married Elizabeth Stockton at Great Edstone.

1598. Arthur Claye married Anne Atkin at Rotherham.

1598 / 99. Simon Claye buried at Askham.

1599. Anna daughter of John Claye buried at Elland.

1600. Grace daughter of John Claye baptised at Halifax.

1600. Jane daughter of Luke Claye baptised at Halifax.

1601. John son of John Claye baptised at Elland.

1602. Alice illigitimate daughter of Elizabeth Claye baptised at Askham.

1602. Jennet Claye married Robert Megson at Horbury.

1603 / 04. Isabell Claye widow buried at Askham.

1603 / 04. Alice illigitimate daughter of Elizabeth Claye buried at Askham.

1605. Alice Claye married Richard Jellott at Rotherham.

1606. Sarah daughter of Luke Claye baptised at Halifax.

1606. Mary daughter of John Claye Baptised at Halifax.

1607. John son of George Claye baptised at Halifax.

1608. Mary daughter of John Claye baptised at Halifax.

1608. Grace daughter of Robert Claye baptised at Halifax.

1609. Elizabeth daughter of Luke Claye baptised at Halifax.

1610. Mary daughter of George Claye baptised at Halifax.

1611. Robert son of Robert Claye baptised at Halifax.

1613 / 14. Janeta Claye married Richard Shawe at Elland.

1613 / 14. Wife of John Claye buried at Mirfield.

1614 / 15. Christibell Claye buried at York.

1614 / 15.  Percival Claye married Aynita Herrison at Wakefield.

1616. Brigit daughter of John Claye baptised at Halifax.

1616. Grace daughter of George Claye baptised at Sowerby.Halifax.

1616. William son of Percivall Claye baptised at Halifax.

1616. John son of Michael Claye baptised at Elland.

1617. Anne wife of Thomas Claye buried at York.

1617. Richard son of Thomas Claye buried at York.

1617. Anne daughter of Robert Claye baptised at Halifax.

1619. John Claye married Sibill Bawmforth ? at Mirfield.

1619. Anne daughter of Percivall Claye baptised at Halifax.

1619. Martha daughter of George Claye baptised at Halifax.

1619 / 20. John son of John Claye baptised at Mirfield.

1620. Anna daughter of George Claye baptised at Halifax.

1620. James son of Percivall Claye baptised at Halifax.

1621. Susan daughter of John Claye baptised at Halifax.

1622. Elizabeth daughter of John Claye buried at Mirfield.

1623. Jane wife of Edward Claye buried at York.

1623. Son of John Claye buried at Mirfield.

1626 / 27. John Claye married  Marie Rychardson at Dewsbury.

1627. John Claye married Isabell Wood at Mirfield.

1628. Isabell daughter of Thomas Claye buried at York.

1630. Anne Claye married Francis Sissan at Todwick.

Yorkshire North Riding.

1591. Richard Clay married Ellin Clark at Foston.

1620. Jacobus son of William Clay buried at York.

1629. William Clay married Anne Skailes at Thirsk.

1629. William son of William Clay baptised at Thirsk.

1629. William son of William Clay buried at Thirsk.

1631. Jane daughter of William Clay baptised at Thirsk.

1632 / 33. James Clay married Mary Waite at York.

1643. Mary Clay buried at York.

1643. William Clay buried at York.

1644. Elizabeth Clay married Richard Mounton. at York.

Yorkshire North Riding. - Claye.

Claye.

1561 / 62.Marie Claye married Wyllyam Fewler at York.

1589 / 90. Henry Claye buried at Aldborough.

1597. Peter Claye married Elizabeth Stockton at Great Edstone.

1614 / 15. Cristabell Claye buried at York.

1617. Anne wife of Thomas Claye buried at Coppmanthorpe.

1617. Richard son of Thomas Claye buried at Coppmanthorpe.

1623. Jaine wife of Edward Claye buried at York.

1628. Isabell daughter of Thomas Claye buried at York.

1633. Edward Claye buried at York.

1636. A child of William Claye buried at Thirsk.

1639. Francis Claye married Isabell Simpson at York.

Joseph Clay 1741 - 1804. Born in England, emigrated to America in 1760 and lived in Savannah. Georgia. He became a US Congressman and was a Major in the Continental Army during the War of Independence. He later became a Judge in Georgia. His wife was Ann.

Wills in the York Registry.

1437. May 17th. John Claye of Nesse. (Admon).

1449. May 21st. Dame Joan Clay of Sproxton.

1458. Feb.16th. George Clayof Feynglay. (Finningley).

1461. Jan. 14th. Thomas Clay of Fademore parish of Kirbymoreside.

1502. Sept. 6th. Thomas Clay. Rector of Nonyngton.

1502. Oct. 22nd. Robert Clay Rector of Nonnyngton.

1505. Feb. 22nd. John Clay of Hardwyk  buried in Pontefract.

1507. Nov. 24th. Thomas Clay Buried at Stillyngflet.

1507. Dec.4th. Alice Clay Buried at Stiillyngflet.

1508. May. 2nd. Robert Clay of Brykkylsay parish of Bridlington. (Admon).

1521. June 10th. John Claye of Scardeburgh. Fisherman.

1540. Jan. 8th. William Cley of Sutton in Holderness.

1551. July 11th. Richard Clay of Aston.

1554. Thomas Clay of Semor.

1555.  June 16th. Robert Clay of Kirkebye in parish of Huddersfield.

1556. April 20th. John Claye of Clayhouse parish of Elande.

1562. April 3rd. William Clay of New Malton. Shoemaker.

1564. July15th. Robert Cley of Elande. (Pontefact).

1565. Oct. 23rd. John Clay of Lynley parish of Huddersfield.

1566. Mat 30th. Henry Claye of Walton parish of Sandall Magna. Husbandman.

1571. May 3rd. John Clay of Hull. Milner.

1571. May 3rd. Thomas Clayof Norland.

1573. July 28th. John Claye of Rotherham.

1576. July 10th. William Claye of Norlande in Elande. Webster.

1578. April 16th. Gilbert Claie of Elande.

1578. April 16th. Henry Claye of Gretlande in Elande.

1580. July 27th. Roger Claye of Sutton in Holderness. Husbandman.

1584. May 6th. John Claye of Brookebrigge in Elande.

1592. Feb.1st. John Claye snr of Nether Lyndley parish of Hotherfield.

1592. June 30th. Percyvall Claye of Huddersfield.

1593. March 12th. William Clay of Marston. Webster.

1598. May 3rd. Richard Clay of Newall parish of Wath on Dearne. Labourer.

1599. April 25th. John Clay of Marston.

1600. June 3rd. Edward Clay of Okewell.

1600. Dec.19th. Richard Clay of Rotherham.

1602. Sept.8th. William Claye of York. Silk Weaver.

1609. May 4th. William Clay of Linley parish of Huddersfield.

1614. May 12th.John Clay of Lynley buried at Huddersfield.

1614. Aug. 3rd. Thomas Clay of Soyland parish of Eland.

1616. Aug.27th. John Clay of Clayhouse parish Eland.

1616. Oct. 2nd. Oliver Clay of Besacke parish of Cantley.

1617. March 18th. Ann Clay of Halifax widow.

1617. March 18th. Gilbert Clay of Eland. Clothier.

1617. Aug.13th. John Clay of Kingstone upon Hull. Webster.

1617. Oct. 2nd. Jane Clay of Kingston upon Hull.  Widow.

1619. July 26th. William son of Jo.Clay (deceased) of Linley.

1625. April 5th. William Clay of Booth Howse parish of Almonbury.

1625. Dec.16th. Robert Claye of Walmegate.York. Sadler.

1627. Jan.18th. George Claye of Linley parish of Huddersfield.

1627. April 12th. John Cley of Nether Linley in Quernebye. Yeoman.

1627. May 21st. George Claye of Sutton in Holderness. Husbandman.

1628. March 12th. Sibbell Clay of Sutton in Holderness.

1629. Nov. 24th. John Clay of Seaton.

1631. Dec.7th. Jane Clay of York. Widow.

1637. Dec.12th. Henrie Claye of Halifax. Glazier.

1638. April 14th. Robert Clay of West Melton parish of Wath upon Dearne.

1641. April 26th. John Clay of Northowrame.

1641. Sept.11th. Sarah Clay of Jilliroyd in Fixby. Labourer.

1643. Dec.24th. William Clay of Linley in Quermbie.

1645. Admim / Bond of George Clay of Nether Linley parish of Huddersfield.

1645. Jan. 5th. Dorothy Clay of Nether Linley widow of George Clay.

1657. Aug. 23rd. Francis Clay of Conisbrough. Husbandman. Relic of Anne Clay.

1661. Jan.17th. Quinton Clay of Rufforth. Yeoman.

1663. Dec.15th. Gilbert Clay of Eland. Clothier.

1665. March 2nd. George Clay of Kingston upon Hull. Barber.

Calendar of Yorkshire Probate Act Books of the Exchequer Court of York.

1689. May 29th. Francis Clay of Sprotborough. Doncaster.

1690. Aug. 13th. Anne Clay of Nether Linley in Quarnby.

1691. June 24th. Jerimiah Clay of Height.

1692. Sept. 14th. Michael Clay of Sloughwaite. (Slalthwaite).

1693. April 17th. John Clay of Clayhouse. Greetland. 

1694. May 30th. Ralph Clay of Shaftholme. Arksey. Doncaster.

1700. May 15th. Jerimiah Clay of Ovenden. 

1705. April 19th. William Clay of North Owram.

1707. Feb. 6th. John Clay of Warley.

1708. Dec. 7th. John Clay of Kingston upon Hull.

1641 Protestation Oath Rolls. Yorkshire. West Riding. (Parliamentary Archives Ref.- HL/PO/JO/10/1).

Mirfield. John Claye.

Gretland. Henry Clay, James Clay, George Clay, Gilbert Clay, Jones? Clay, William Clay, Joseph Clay.

Soyland. Michael Clay, Michael Clay, Thomas Clay, John Clay, Hugh Clay.

1672. Hearth Tax. Yorkshire. West Riding. (TNA Ref.- E179).

Agbrigg and Morley.

Rebecca Clay, Anne Clay, Jerimiah Clay snr, Jerimiah Clay jnr, John Clay, William Clay, George Clay, Henry Clay, Mr Clay, Mrs Clay, Samuel Clay, Widow Clay, Joseph Clay.

Strafforth and Tickhill. 

Francis Clay, Ralph Clay, Richard Clay.

Barkston Ash.

Mary Clay.

Elland.

John Clay. (Exempted).

Ainsty.

Thomas Clay.

1672. Hearth Tax. Yorkshire. East Riding and Hull. (TNA Ref.- E179).

Naburn.

William Clay.

Seaton Ross.

Mary Clay.

1672. Hearth Tax. Yorkshire. North Riding. (TNA Ref.- E179)

Barton.

Anne Clay.

Swinton and Broughton.

George Clay.

Lastingham.

Nicholas Clay.

Thornton Riesborough.

Richard Clay.

Myton on Swale.

Thomas Clay.

Exelby, Leeming and Newton.

Widow Clay.

Pigot and Co Directory of Huddersfield 1828 - 29.

Richard Clay esq. Rose Vlla. Almondbury. Gentry.

Bradley Clay. Navigation Warehouse. Timber Merchant.

Joseph Clay. King Street. Commission for Woollen Yarns.

George Clay. Croppers Row. Cloth Dresser.

Samuel Clay. Market Place. Linen Draper. 

John Clay. Deighton. Woolllen Merchant.

Leeds and District Directory 1830. (University of Leicester).

Hannah Clay. Cloth Dresser. Newtown. Huddersfield.

Jerimiah Clay. Timekeeper. Woodhouse Carr. Leeds.

John Clay. Boot and Shoemaker 69 West Street. Leeds.

John Clay. Shoemaker. 7 Church Street. Mabgate. Leeds.

Jonathan Clay. Cloth Dresser 36 Marlborough Street. Leeds.

Michael Clay. Eating House. 11 Kirstall Road. Leeds.

Thomas Clay. Bailiff. 10 Trinity Street. Leeds.

William Clay. Shoemaker. 67 West Street. Leeds.

Isaac Clay of Soothill. Trustee of The White Cloth Hall.

John Clay. Wholesale Tea Dealer, Tobacconist and Hop Merchant. Market Place. Dewsbury.

Benjamin Clay. Woolstapler. Spink Well. Dewsbury.

James Clay. Woolstapler. Sands Mill. Dewsbury.

Oldroyd and Clay. Woolstapler. Market Place. Dewsbury.

John Clay. Worsted Manufacturer. Sowerby.

William Clay. Worsted Manufacturer. Sowerby.

Bradley Clay of Huddersfield. Timber Merchant, Rope Manfacturer, Limeburner and Carrier by water to and from London.

George Clay. Cloth Dresser. Newton. Cow Market. Huddersfield.

Hannah Clay. Coth Dresser. Newtown. Cow Market. Huddersfield.

Joseph Clay. Commission Agent. Rosemary Lane. Huddersfield.

Samuel Clay. Linen Draper and Hosier. Market Place. Huddersfield.

Mr Bradley Clay. Vice President, Mr Samuel Clay. Treasurer of the Mechanics Institute. Huddersfield.

Bradley Clay. Teasel and Wood Merchant. Dock Street. Huddersfield.

Bradley Clay's Boats Water Conveyance from the Navigation Warehouse to Selby daily. Huddersfield.

George Clay Malster. Back Street. Wakefield.

Mrs Hannah Clay. Rodney Yard. Wakefield.

Ann Clay. Dressmaker. 80 Walmgate. York.

Richard Clay. Gent. Rose Villa.  Almondbury.

Samuel Clay. Woollen Manufacturer. Alversthorpe.

James Clay. Horse Breaker. Armley.

Richard Clay. Blanket and Woollen Manufacturer. Heaton. (Earls).

Isaac Clay.snr. Shoemaker. Heaton. (Hanging).

Isaac Clay.jnr. Woollen Manufacturer. Heaton. (Hanging).

Samuel Clay. Farmer. Hebden Bridge.

Abraham Clay. Blacksmith. Bank Foot. Hebden Bridge.

Isaac Clay. Blacksmith. Hebden Bridge.

John Clay. Gent. Rastrick.

Joseph Travis Clay. Fancy Manufacturer. Rastrick.

James Clay. Boot and Shoemaker. Slaithwaite.

Richard Clay. Woollen Manufacturer. Slaithwaite.

John Clay. Woollen Cord Manufacturer. Sowerby.

William Clay. Worsted Manufacturer. Sowerby.

Samuel Clay. Butcher. Sowerby.

1834. The General and Commercial Directory of Leeds.

James Clay. Horse Breaker. Yard at 31 Albion Street. House at Farnley.

Jerimiah Clay. Timekeeper. Woodhouse Carr.

John Clay. Boot and Shoemaker. Dennison Row. Holbeck.

John Clay. Shoemaker. Sugden Street. Pontefract Lane.

Jonathan Clay. Clothdresser. Marlborough Street.

Thomas Clay. Billiard Tables. 8 Hirst's Court and 155 Brggate.

William Clay. Leather Cutter. 111 West Street.

1835. The Yorkshire West Riding Poll Book.

Halifax Polling District.  

Warley Township.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                

John Clay of Highroyd.  William Clay of Tuel Lane.

Rastrick Township.

John Clay of New Hall.  Joseph Travis Clay of Crow Trees.

Sowerby Township. 

John Clay of Milner Place.

Elland cum Greetland Township.

William Clay of Gate Greetland. 

Wakefield Polling District

Morley Township.

John Clay of Sculcoates. Hull.

Wakefield Township.

Samuel Clay of Alverthorpe.

Snaith Polling District.

Goole  ? Township.

Richard Clay of Goole ?

Doncaster Polling District.

Thorne Township.

Michael Clay of Thorne.

Leeds Polling District.

Wortley Township.

Samuel Clay of Armley.

Bradford Polling District.

Thornton Township.

Joseph Clay of Shaw Bottom.

Huddersfield Polling District.

Mirfield Township.

 Samuel Clay of Northorp.

Ovenden Township.

Samuel Clay of Huddersfield.

1839. The General and Commercial Directory of Leeds.

Leeds.

William Clay. Boot and Shoemaker and Leather Cutter. 25 West Street.

Armley.

James Clay. Horse Breaker. Heights.

John Clay. Horse Breaker. Heights.

Samuel Clay. Horse Breaker. Heights.

1845. William's Directory of Leeds.

Bradley Clay. Accountant. 5 Beech Grove.

Samuel Clay. Horse Breaker. 9 Rutland Street.

William Clay. Leather Dealer. 25 West Street.

1873 Return of Owners of Land. (Ref.- Publication by John Lambert 1875).

Yorkshire. West Riding.

Charles Clay. Walton. 2 acres.

Goodier Clay. Rastrick. 16 acres.

John William Clay. Rastrick. 44 acres.

Isaac Clay. Leeds Road. Soothill. 19 acres.

James Clay and Samuel Clay. Warley. 4 acres.

A. Clay. Warley. 12 acres.

Jeremiah Clay. Alverthorpe - with - Thornes. 9 acres.

Jonathan Clay. Thornton. 30 acres.

Joseph Clay. Cleckheaton. 4 acres.

William Clay. Hebden Bridge. 1 acre.

William Henry Clay. Hebden Bridge. 1 acre.

Benjamin Clay. Armley. 69 acres. 

'Clay's Patent Cultivator'. Displayed at the London Exhibition in 1862 by Charles Clay of Wakefield. Yorkshire. (Ref.- Grace's Guide).

1871 Census. Rastrick. Yorkshire.

Joseph Travis Clay age 67 Widower Fancy Woollen Manufacturer Born London.

Hannah Marie Clay age 35 Daughter Born Rastrick. Yorkshire.

John William Clay age 33  Son Collier Born Rastrick.

Mary Elizabeth Clay age 31 Daughter Born Rastrick.

Alfred Clay age 29 Son Collier Born Rastrick.

Arthur Travis Clay age 29 Son Colleir Born Grasmere. Westmorland.

Jane Catherine Clay age 21 Daughter Born Rastrick.

3 Female Servants.

1871 Census. Whiston. Yorkshire.

Charles Clay age  44  Grocer   Born  Faversham. Kent.

Elizabeth Clay age 44   Wife  Born  Whiston. Yorkshire.

Annie N. Clay age 12   Daughter Scholar   Born Whiston.

Frederick L. Clay   age  9   Son    Scholar  Born Whiston.

1881 Census. Ossett. Yorkshire.

Hammer Street.

Jacob Clay. age 38. Rag Grinder Born Horbury. Yorkshire.

Hannah Clay age 36 Wife  Born Horbury .Yorkshire.

Mary Peace age 18 Wife's sister Born Horbury. Yorkshire.

1881 Census. Wakefield. Yorkshire.

Walton Grange..

Charles Clay age 47 Unmarried Property Owner. Born. Ossett. Wakefield. Yorkshire.

2 Servants.

1891 Census. Rastrick. Yorkshire.

Joh Clay age 53 Worsted Manufacturer and Magisrate Born Yorkshire.

Alice Clay age 43 Wife Born Tipperary. Ireland.

Lionel Clay age 11 Son Born Yorkshire.

Charles Clay age 5 Son Born Yorkshire.

Mary Hill age 22 Niece Born London.

3 Servants.

1891 Census. Wakefield. Yorkshire.

Walton Grange.

Charles Clay age 58 Agricultural Engineer and owner of Properties. Born Ossett . Yorkshire.

Ann Coldwell age 56 Cousin. Living on own Means . Born Yorkshire.

2 Servants.

1891 Census. Warley / Sowerby. Yorkshire.

4 Spring Gardens.

Lucy Clay age 49 Widow   Born Sowerby.

Sarah Clay age 18 Daughter Woollen Warper Born Sowerby.

Fred Clay age 22 Son Engine Fetler Born Warley.

John Clay age 18 Son Wood Plainer. Born Warley.

Charlie Clay age 15 Son Apprentice Moulder Born Warley.

Arthur Clay age 12 Son Worsted Doffes Born Warley.

------ Clay age 3 Grandson Scholar Born  Warley.

1901 Census. Whiston. Yorkshire.

Charles Clay age 74  Grocer     Born  Favisham. Kent.

Elizabeth Clay age 74   Wife     Born  Whiston. Yorkshire.

Annie Clay age 41   Daughter   Born Whiston.

Frederick L. Clay  age  39   Son  Grocers Assistant. Born Wiston. Yorks.

1911 Census. Rotherham. Yorkshire.

Frederick Lawson Clay age 49 Grocer and General Dealer.  Born Whiston. Yorkshire.

Martha Clay age 23  Wife. Grocers Assistant.  Born West Walton.

Frederick Martin Clay age 4  Son  Born Whiston. Yorks.

Mary Clay age 1 Daughter  Born  Tinsley. Yorks.

Annie Newbould Clay age 52. Sister. Grocers Assistant. Born Whiston. Yorks. 

Roll of Honour. Sheffield Men who fell or died of wounds in the Great War 1914 - 1918.

 Compiled by Sheffield City Council.

Farewell Clay. 8773. Private. Machine Gun Corps.

Frank Clay. SS101752. Stoker. Royal Navy.

Goerge William Clay. 190591. Sapper. Royal Engineers.

Harry Clay. SS105678. Stoker. Royal Navy.

Henry Charles Clay. 12/1388. Sergeant. York and Lancaster Regiment.

Sidney Clay. 39050. Private. York and Lancaster Regiment.

1911 Census. Brighouse. Rastrick.Yorkshire.

Christopher Clay age 39 House Painter. Born Deighton. Yorkshire.

Emma Clay age 35 Wife  Born  Knottingley. Yorkshire.

Ernest Clay age 15 Son. House Painter. Born Rastrick. Yorkshire.

James Arthur Clay age 12 Son. Band Maker at Rope Works. Born Rastrick.Yorks.

1911 Census. Brighouse. Yorkshire.

William Clay age 71  Disabled Bargeman  Born Brighouse.

Sarah Ann Clay age 65 Wife   Born  Sowerby.

Agnes Clay age 38 Daughter  Single   Silk Doubler. Born Rastrick.

Leonard Clay age  25 Son  Single. Cotton Doubler.  Born Rastrick.

Lewis Clay age 33   Son  Single  Dyers Labourer       Born Rastrick.

Frank Clay age 31  Son  Single   Dyers Labourer       Born Rastrick.

Fred Clay age  28  Son  Single   Iron Moulder              Born Rastrick.

1911 Census. Brighouse. Yorkshire.

Susan Clay age 57  Widow  Born Rastrick

Arthur Clay age  26 Son Glazier  Born  Pitsburg. USA.

Amy Clay age 17 Daughter Silk Spinner  Born  Brighouse.

1911 Census. Brighouse. Yorkshire.

George Arthur Clay age 48  Silk Watle Dresser.  Born Rastrick.

Rhoda Clay age  39  Wife  Born Southowram. Yorks.

Ethel Clay age 19 Daughter Cotton Ring Spinner.  Born Brighouse.

Laura Clay age  16  Daughter  Cotton Cheese Winder.  Born Brighouse.

1911 Census. Brighouse. Yorkshire.

John William Clay age 54 General Dealer Second Hand Furniture and Clothes. Born Rastrick.

Anne Clay age  41  Wife   Born Clifton. Yorkshire.

1911 Census. Brighouse. Yorkshire.

Samuel Clay age 29 Teamer of Horses at Flour Mill. Born Rastrick.

Emma Jane Clay age 29 Wife   Born  Brighouse.

Frank Clay age 7  Son                    Born Brighouse.

Harry Clay age 4   Son                   Born Brighouse.

Jack Clay age    2   Son                   Born Brighouse.

George Clay age  0  Son               Born Brighouse.

1911 Census. Brighouse. Yorkshire.

William Clay age 32 Insurance Agent. Born Rastrick.

Sarah Elizabeth Clay age 33 Wife. Burler in Woolen. Born Rastrick.

Harold Clay age 6 Son Born Rastrick.

1911 Census. Brighouse. Yorkshire.

Fred Clay age 46 Cotton Twiner. Born Rastrick.

Isabella Clay age 44 Wife   Born Cornall.

Ernest Clay age  13 Son  Cap Laper at Mill. Born Brighouse.

Percy Clay age 11  Son  School.  Born Brighouse.    

Anne Ethel Clay age 5 Daughter. School.  Born Brighouse.

1911 Census. Brighouse. Yorkshire.

Richard Helliwell age 65 Labourer Born Heywood. Lancashire.

Nanny Clay age  56 Housekeeper Born Deighton. Yorkshire.

Tom Clay age 34  Single. Labourer  Born Deighton. Yorks.

Sarah Ann Clay  age 24  Single.  Dandy Minder Silk Spinning. Born Rastrick.

John Clay age 18    Single.  Labourer at Sanitary Pipe Makers. Born Rastrick.

Martha Clay age  16   Single.  Band Finisher Cotton Spinners.    Born Rastrick.

1911 Census. Eccleshall. Heeley. Yorkshire.

William Henry Clay age 53  Joiners Tool Forger.  Born Sheffield.

Hannah Maria Clay age 54 Wife.  Born Sheffield.

Frederick Clay age 25 Son  Joiners Tool Grinder.  Born Sheffield.

Hannah Clay age 22 Daughter.  Born Sheffield.

Ann Clay age 20 Daughter Cabinet Case Trade.  Born Sheffield.

Ernest Clay age 18 Son  Joiners Tool Forger. Born Sheffield.

Frank Clay age 15 Son  Joiners Tool Forger.  Born Sheffield.

Tools made by this family shown in advertisement and photograph below

1830. Dec. 2nd.  Charles Clay son of John and Ann Clay baptised at Ossett. Father is a Malster.  (Charles later becomes an inventor of agricultural machinery).

1830. March 4th. Petittion to Paliament from inhabitants of Huddersfield to investgate the cause of general distress and to adopt measures to give relief. Signed  Bradley Clay and 43 others. (Newspaper).

1831. Sept 28th. The partnership between Benjamin Oldroyd and James Clay. Woolstaplers at Dewsbury is dissolved. (Gazette Newspaper).

1831. Attercliffe. The National School receives 3 guineas per annum from the executors of Mr Clay. (History of the County of York vol. 3).

1831. House of Commons concerning controversial meeting held in Huddersfield and the speech of Bradley Clay. (Newspaper Report).

1832. Sala Clay. Stanley Street. Sheffield Poll Book.

1832. Indenture Land Conveyance of Mearclough Bottom in Halifax. Yorkshire by John Clay and others. For sale on Ebay March 2021. - £4.95.

1833. York Assizes. Jessie Clay sentenced to Life Transportation to New South Wales. Australia for cattle stealing. (Ref.- British Convict Transportation Registers).

1833. York Assizes. Mary Clay sentenced to 14 years transportation to Van Diemans Land. Australia for Bigamy. (Ref.- British Convict Transportation Registers).

1833. Convict Ship. Mary Clay received from York. State of health. Good. (TNA Ref.- ADM101/74/6/4).

1834. April  12th. List of Masons. Charles Clay. Attorney's Clerk of Halifax. (Ref.- History of Probity Lodge of Masons page 300).

1833. Nov. 13th. Railway works to commence on land in Huddersfield on Quay Street on the east side of the canal occupied by Bradley Clay undertenant. (Newspaper Report)

1833. Dec. 3rd. The Commissioners of Bankruptcy agains Bradley Clay of Huddersfield. Timber Merchant, Dealer and Chapman will hold a meeting for proof of debts. (Newspaper Report).

1834. Clay and Squire. Merchants. Northside. Old Dock. Hull. (Pigot's Directory).

1834. William Clay. Leather Seller. 111 West Street. Leeds. (Pigot's Directory).

1835. Jan. 31st. Mr Tomlinson married Maria daughter of the late Mr Samuel Clay of Huddersfield the founder of Huddersfield Infirmary. (Supplementary Annals of Almondbury page 34).

1836. Papers concerning Maria Blakey of Wakefield spinster and a child by Isaac Clay of Soothill. Clothmaker. (Ref.- 2494. John Goodchild Collection. West Yorkshire History Centre. Wakefield). - Joseph Blakey son of Maria Blakey was baptised at Wakefield Feb. 26th. 1836. (Parish Register).

1836. March 15th. The partnership between Thomas Clay and George Clay. Corn Millers and Dealers at Park Mill. Emley and at Huddersfield was dissolved, George Clay continues. (Gazette Newspaper).

1836. West Riding Quarter Sessions. William Clay sentenced to 7 years transportation to Van Diemans Land. Australia. (Ref.- British Convict Transportation Registers).

1837. Nov. 18th. James Sherlock of Manchester left his estate and effects to Francis Ford and John Clay of Wakefield. Worsted Manufacturer in Trust for his creditors. (Ref.- Gazette Newspaper).

1838. West Riding Quarter Sessions. George Clay sentenced to 14 years transportation to Van Diemans Land. Australia. (Ref.- British Convict Transportation Registers).

1840. Wakefield Bridge. The chapel was pulled down c 1840 but the foundations could  still be seen until Mr Clay's private bridge was built. (Ref.- Yorkshire Archaeological Journal parts 41 - 44).

1840. Dreadnought Seamans Hospital. Michael Clay age 25 born Thorne."Victoria" Steamship. Admitted June 13th. Bubaes (Swellings). Discharged July 3rd. (Ref.- National Maritime Museum. Greenwich. DSH/7).

1840. Died at Rose Villa. Almondbury near Huddersfield in his 76th year after a short but severe illness. Beloved and deservedly respected Richard Clay. (Newspaper Report).

1840. July 18th. The partnership between Joseph Clay and Edward Clay. Drapers in Huddersfield was dissolved by mutual consent. (Ref.- The Gazette Newspaper).

1840. Nov. 24th. Deed of James Sherlock of Manchester. Smallware Manufacturer conveys all his estate to John Clay of Wakefield. Worsted Manufacturer. (London Gazette page 2764).

1841. Feb. 27th. John Clay. Gent of Cottingham. Yorkshire and Frederick Rosenberg. Gent of the same county have obtained a patent for improvements in arranging and setting up types for printing. (Hertford Mercury).

1841. April 6th. Commissioners of Bankrupts have issued against Robert Clay of Huddersfield. Merchant, Dealer and Chapman. (London Gazette page 934).

1841. Dec. 31st. Van Diemans Land.  Mary Clay. Convicted at York in 1833. Ticket of Leave.

1842. July 6th. Bankrupt. Joseph Clay of Dewsbury. Draper. (Worcester Chronicle).

1842. Dec. 2nd.  At the Huddersfield Anti Corn Law Meeting Mr Clay stated that his father who is now quite out of business had sent a donation of £300 towards the Huddersfield League Fund. (Durham Chronicle).

1843. Feb. 24th. The partnership between  Joseph Travis Clay and William Eddison both of Rastrick near Huddersfield. Fancy Woollen Manufacturers was dissolved. (Ref.- Gazette Newspaper).

1843. Sept. 21st. Will of John Clay gentleman of Halifax. Yorkshire. (TNA Ref.- PROB11/1985/180).

1843. Nov. 28th. I John Clay for 12 months past residing in Deighton in the parish of Huddersfield.Yorks. and being a Woollen Cord and Velveteen Manufacturer presnt a Petition to Leeds District Court of Bankruptcy. (London Gazette page 4109).

1844. Jan. 5th. Petition of John Clay of Deighton in the parish of Huddersfield. Woollen Cord and Velveteen Manufacturer is required to appear in the Leeds District Court of Bankruptcy touching his debts, estate and effects. (London Gazette page 69).

1844. April 16th. Notice is hereby given that the partnership between William Whiteley and Isaac Clay. Cloth Merchants at Soothill in parish of Dewsbury. Yorkshire  under the name Whiteley and Clay has been dissolved. (London Gazette page 1298).

1844. May 21st. Indenture.  Attested by John Clay of Huddersfield. Solicitor and it is at the office of Battye and Clay of Huddersfield. Solicitors. (London Gazette page 1733).

1844. Tombstone at entrance of St Michael's engraved James Clay. Horsebreaker of Farnley.

1845. Bradley Clay of Beech Grove subscribed £2. 2 shillings to the Leeds Benevolent Institution. (Newspaper Report).

1845. Trial at York Assizes. Lydia Clay born 1810 Huddersfield sentenced for 10 years to Van Diemens Land for robbery stealing from a person £20 had a previous conviction 12 months gaol for stealing money. (Police Register of Convicts). - 1841 Census lodger with Whitehead family age 30.

1846. Jan. 24th. Thomas Clay. Merchant of Longroyd Bridge. Yorkshire. Bankrupt. (Bedfordshire Mercury).

1846. John Clay (Late of the Royal Horse Guards). Informs the inhabitants of Northallerton and neighbourhood  that he has taken over the Golden Lion Hotel. Northallerton. He has laid in a large stock of wine and spirits of the very best quality. (The Sun Newspaper).

1846. July 21st. Thomas Clay of Longroydbridge in Huddersfield County Yorkshire. Merchant  and Commission Agent hath certified to the Court of Bankruptcy. (London Gazette page 2697).

1846. Nov. 26th. Bankrupts. William Clay and James Clay. Woollen Manufacturers of Sowery Bridge in the parish of Halifax. Yorkshire. (Cheltenham Chronicle and also The Law Journal 1846).

1847. March 19th. In the Estate of William and James Clay of Sowerby Bridge in the parish of Halifax . Woollen Manufacturers. I hereby give notice that the creditors who have proved their debts may receive their dividends. (London Gazette page 1124).

1847. The Law Journal. Certificate allowed 26th March to William Clay and James Clay of Halifax. Woollen Manufactures.

1847. May 22nd. Mortgage Indenture made between Joseph Travis Clay and William Clay granted and released the freehold property at Birkenhead to the use of Anne Marston. (PC2023).

1847. July 31st. Members to serve in Parliament. James Clay esq of Montague Square. Middlesex for the town of Kingston upon Hull. (Ref.- The Gazette Newspaper).

1848. Will of William Clay. Leather Dealer of Leeds.(TNA Ref.- PROB11/2067).

1848. March 18th. The following have been supplied with the new washing and mangling machines. Mr Bradley Clay of Chadwick Lodge. Leeds and 16 others. (Newspaper Report).

1848. April  25th. Elizabeth widow of Richard Clay esq formely of Almondbury died aged 73. (Ref.- Gentlemans Magazine vol. 184).

1848. May 8th. Deed Poll. Defendants William Clay, Sarah Ann Clay, Amelia Clay, Mary Clay disclaiming all interest in the mortgaged premises in Birkenhead. Joseph Travis Clay is mentioned. (PC2023).

1848. July 8th. Robert Clay late of Huddersfield. Lodging  Housekeeper in the Gaol at York. (Ref.- The Gazette Newspaper).

1848. Nov. 24th. Prisoners at the County Court of Lancashire for Insolvent Debtors. John Clay formely of Crown Street. Halifax. Wholesale and Retail Grocer, Tea and Coffee and Chicory Dealer. Afterwards a lodger in Lister Lane.Halifax then a lodger in Queens Square in Liverpool and late a lodger in School Lane. Liverpool.  (London Gazette page 4291).

1848. Dec. 5th.  A foreclosure bill against the assignees of Joseph Travis Clay and William Clay who had both become bankrupt. PC2023).

1850. Wakefield Quarter Sessions. Richard Clay sentenced to 7 years transportation to Van Diemans Land. Australia. (Ref.- British Convict Transportation Registers).

1851 Census. John William Clay age 13 Scholar Born Rastrick. Yorkshire living on Tyler Street in Hitchin. Hertfordshire with Lucas family.

1851 Census. Wentworth Clay age 43 Railways Manager born Huddersfield.Yorkshire living at Kings Lynn. Norfolk with wife Mary Ann and 4 children.

1851 Census. Leeds. Bradley Clay age 61. Accountant. Born Huddersfield. Harriet Clay age 58 Wife Born Lancashire. Harriet age 22 Daughter Born Huddersfield. Eliza age 19 Daugh. Born Huddersfield.

1854. Abraham Clay age 18 born Halifax. Soldier no.- 3685 enlisted in the Royal Artillery 5 Battalion in 1854 transferred to 1 Battalion in 1855.  (TNA Ref.- WO69/124/233. Folio 241).

1854. Newspaper Report. Daughter of Mr John Clay. Horsebreaker. Married.

1856. June 13th. Auction. A copyhold estate in Cottingham.Yorks. A capital messuage with stables, coach house, outbuildings and about 2 acres of land late in occupation of John Clay deceased and a piece of land formely used as a garden, 2 tenements with outbuildings and  Joiners Shop to be sold in a cause concerning Ann Clay. (London Gazette page 2112).

1856. June 24th.  Abraham Clay age 48 Blacksmith. Assault at Ossett committed by E. B. Wheatlely. (Wakefield Gaol Register).

1857. Nov. 11th. The Monetary Crisis. Letter to the Editor of the Leeds Mercury concerning the problem from Bradley Clay of Headingley. (Newspaper Report).

1857. On Wednesday morning the house of Mr Bradley Clay. Headingley Ridge was robbed by a short stout man dressed in fustian clothes, light blue necktie and black cap. The kitchen door was locked but the scullery window being unlatched where it is supposed the thief got in. Several silver spoons and an electro plated dessert fork are missing. (Newspaper Report).

1857. Will of Anne Clay widow of Doncaster. (TNA Ref.- PROB11/2251).

1859. May 11th.  The Will of Ann Clay formely of Swinton in the County of York  but late of Seaforth in the County of Lancashire widow who died 11th March 1859 at Liverpool. Lancashire was proved at the Pinciple Registry by the oath of Gentle Brown of Seaforth. Merchant and executor. (Ref.- National Probate Calendar).

1859. Nov.15th. High Court of Chancery in the matter of John Clay late of Huddersfield. Yorkshire. Solicitor deceased and Jane his widow. (London Gazette page 4102).

1861. Foster, Dewhirst and Clay. Worsted Spinners of Warley. Yorkshire. (Ref.- The Draper and Clothier Directory vol.1 page 317).

1861. S  and J. Clay. Linen Drapers. of Dewsbury. Yorkshire. (Ref.- The Draper and Clothier Directory vol. 1 page 48 and 106).

1861. Samuel Clay. Mill Owner and Yarn Manufacturer of Wakefield. Yorkshire. (Ref.- The Draper and Clothier Directory vol. 1 page 257).

1861. John Clay of The Golden Lion. Northallerton. Yorkshire. (Ref.- The Travellers Handbook to Hotels and Inns).

1861. Dec. 4th. Almondbury gravestone. Julia Clay wife of John of this town died Dec. 4th 1861 age 55. - Mourn not for me my children dear, I brought you up in love and fear. But as I am gone so let me rest, Prepare to meet me in the realms of bliss. (Ref.- Supplementary annals of the Church of Almondbury page 144).

1864. Nov. 5th. Jacob Clay age 22 Rag Grinder of Ossett father Abraham Clay. Blacksmith married in Dewsbury parish to Hannah Peace age 20 daughter of Joseph Peace. Labourer. (Parish Register).

1866. Jan.26th. Charles Clay of Walton Grange. Wakefield proposed the formation of a Farmers League. (Newspaper Report).

1869. June 28th. Petition by James Clay and Sons and 56 others that the slaughter house should not be moved to the proposed unsuitable  location in Sowerby Bridge. Yorkshire. (TNA Ref.- MH13/173/206).

1869. Clay and Co. Owners of Waterloo Mine Yorkshire Colliery at Leeds. (Ref.- Yorkshire Past and Present).

1870. March 4th. Ellen Elizabeth Clay age 37 single daughter of of a wool stapler of Dewsbury admitted to The Retreat Hospital. Yorkshire, Discharged 2nd June 1870. (Borthwick. RET/6/5/1/6/430).

1870. Sept. 15th. James Clay age 30 wool merchant of Dewsbury married admitted to The Retreat Hospital. Yorkshire . Discharged 18th Nov. 1870. (Borthwick Institute Ref.-  RET/6/5/1/10/31).

1870. Henry Clay born Huddersfield enlisted Royal Artillery 1870 age 22. (TNA Ref.- WO69/79/6011).

1870. Miss Martha Ann Clay and Miss Emily Clay. School Mistress's ran a school at Hanson Lane. Halifax. (Daughters of John and Mary Clay. 1871 + 1881 Census).

1871. Census. Grimsby. Lincolnshire. "Warrior" Fishing Smack Crew. Edwin Clay age 21 Seaman. Born Aldboro. Yorkshire.

1871. March 15th. Newspaper Report.- Mr James Clay of Dewsbury died this morning about 1'o clock age 57. He was a Councillor in Liberal Politics,a genial amiable man was  much respected by all classes. (Huddersfield Daily Examiner).

1871. July 4th. Notice is hereby given that the partnership of John Milner and John Clay of Halifax. Coal Merchants was this day dissolved and the business will be carried on by John Clay. (London - Gazette page 3089).

1872. Aug. 9th. John Clay. Accountant of Halifax. Trustee under the liquidation of John Clegg of West Vale. Cabinet Maker. (London Gazette page 3565).

1873. July 18th. Royal Agricultural Show at Hull. Charles Clay of Wakefield took first prize for the best cultivator for light lands and first prize for heavy lands and first prize for best scarifier. (Leicester - Journal).

1873. Sept. 26th. Newspaper Report.- Mr James Clay. MP Liberal Member for Hull died early this morning.The son of the late Mr James Clay a London Merchant. He was born in 1804.  (Manchester - Evening News).

1874. Nov. 5th. Will of Sarah Ann Clay late of Kendal. Westmoreland spinster who died 20th August 1874 proved by John William Clay of Leeds Colliery Proprietor and Arthur Travis Clay of Rastrick. Woollen Manufacturer her nephews. (National Probate Calendar).

1874. Dec. 4th. Will of George Clay late of Horner Rd. Sheffield who died 5th Nov. 1874 proved by Jane Clay of Horner Rd  his widow. (National Probate Calendar).

1877. William Henry Clay married Hannah Maria Wilkinson at Sheffield.

1879. Jan. 7th. Notice is hereby given that the partnership between James Cockcroft, William Henry Clay and John Clay. Cotton Manufacturers at Hebden Bridge. Yorkshire has been dissolved as William Henry Clay retires from the firm and the business will be carried on by James Cockcroft and John Clay as Clay, Cockcroft and Co. (London Gazette page 72).

1880. April. The widow of John Tindale esq recently interred in the cemetary she was the sister of Mr Richard Clay. (Ref.- Annals of the Church and Parish of Almondbury page 144).

1881. Sept. 30th. Creditors of Bastow Priestley. Bankrupts contact John Clay and Son. Accountants. 30 Union Street. Halifax. (London Gazette page 4982).

1881. Sept. 30th. Creditors of Lewis Whittacre now liquidated contact George Clay at the offices of John Clay and Son. 30 Union Street. Halifax. (London Gazette page 4982).

1881. Census. Halifax Union Workhouse. William Clay age 66 Farm Labourer. Deaf and Dumb. Born Halifax.

1881. Census Union Workhouse. Alma Road. Rotherham. Charles Clay age 59 Drover. Born Darley Dale. Derbyshire.

1883. June 1st. Liquidation of James Cockcroft and John Clay both of Hebden Bridge in Yorkshire. Cotton Manufacturers trading as Clay, Cockcroft and Co. (London Gazette page 2909).

1883. Aug. 14th. William Henry Clay age 33 Cotton Spinner married from Willow House Sowery Bridge admitted to The Retreat Hospital. Discharged 1st Sept. 1883. (Borthwick. RET/6/5/1/12/313).

1885. May 22nd. The Will of Sarah Clay wife of George Clay late of Dewsbury. Yorks who died 11th May 1884 at Thorney Hall. Newton on Trent co. Notts was proved by John Walker blanket manufacturer. Sole executor. (Ref.- National Probate Calendar).

1885. June 1st. The  Will of  Ann Boocock Clay wife of John Clay late of Ramsden Green. Cartworth in parish of Kirkburton. Yorks who died 21st March 1885 was proved at Wakefield. (Probate Calendar).

1885 July 1st. The admin of Joseph Clay late of Thornton in the parish of Bradford in Yorkshire farmer who died 7th Sept. 1883 was granted to William Clay of Thornton butcher son of JC. (Probate).

1887. Jan.17th. Richard Oldroyd Clay late of Jenkin House. Horbury and of Dewsbury both in the county of Yorkshire woolstapler who died 4th Jan. 1886 was proved at Wakefield by George Clay of Bank Field. Dewsbury and William Clay of West Park Street. Dewsbury woolstapler the sons  of Richard. (Ref.- National Probate Calendar).

1887. March 7th. The Will of George Edward Clay late of Sowerby Bridge in Yorks' who died 24th Oct. 1886 was proved by Emily Clay of Sowerby Bridge widow of George. (National Probate Calendar).

1887. March 31st.  Martha Ann Clay from Sowery Bridge  was admitted to The Retreat Hospital. Yorkshire. Discharged 31st August 1888. (Borthwick Institute Ref.- RET/6/5/1/13/439).

1887. June 30th. The administration of William Clay late of Hartington Road. Middlesborough in the county of Yorkshire. Newsagent who died 15th June 1887. Admin was granted to Margaret Jane Clay of Hartington Road widow of William Clay. (Ref.- National Probate Calendar).

1887. Dec. 9th. The Aministration of Daniel Alexander Clay late of Hardsoll Farm in parish of Dewsbury. Yorkshire. Flannel Manufacturer a bachelor who died 16th Nov. 18887 was granted to Joseph Clay of Hardsoll Farm. Flannel Manufacturer the father and next of kin. (National Probate Calendar).

1887. Change of Partnership from Joseph Travis Clay, John William Clay, Alfred Clay, Arthur Travis Clay to just William Clay and Arthur Travis Clay. Firm to retain name of J.T. Clay and Sons. (Ref.- Leeds University Library Ref.- BUS/Clay/2/c).

1888. Elland Church Monuments by Mr Clay. (Ref.- The Yorkshire Archaeological Journal. XXXV111).

1888. July 1st. Admin of the personal estate of Mary Clay late of Lower Blackwall, Warley in parish of Halifax  widow who died 17th Dec.1888 was granted to James Clay son of Mary. (Probate Calendar).

1889. Aug. 29th. Admin of the personal estate of Mary Clay late of Snaygill in Bradley parish of Kildwick widow was granted to Sarah Ann Clay spinster her daughter. (National Probate Calendar).

1891. Census. John Clay age 49  Mill Manager born Armley. Yorkshire living at Beaminster in Dorset with Hansford family.

1892. March 11th. Newspaper Report.- Funeral of Mr James Clay. In the first carriage was Mr Bamford Slack. (BA) representing Mr Charles Clay who was indisposed. The second carriage contained Mr John Clay and Mr William Clay brothers of the deceased. In the third carriage was Mr Howard Clay. (Todmorden and District News).

1892. Sept. 17th. Newspaper Report.- Serious Fire.- A Weaving Shed in Loddendenfoot owned by Mr James Clay. Woollen Manufacturer was destroyed by fire caused by overheating machinery. (The Scotsman Newspaper).

1893. James Clay of Lee Moor. Stanley - cum - Wrenthorpe. Yorkshire, coal miner who died 3rd Sept. 1893. Probate to John Pickford Clay joiner. (National Probate Calendar).

1893. March 4th.  George Clay of Rastrick boatman died March 4th 1893. Probate to Henry Clay boatman. (National Probate Calendar).

1893. Mary Ann Clay spinster of 36 Cowper St. Leeds who died 31st July 1893 probate was granted to Nancy Hartley. (National Probate Calendar).

1894. Hugh Travis Clay born 1876 at Rastrick son of Arthur Travis Clay of Holly Bank. Rastrick. Yorks  admitted to Cambridge University in 1894.

1895. Fresh fish direct from the largest fishing port in the world. Orders from A and M. Clay and Co. Fish Docks. Grimsby. - (Dorking and Leatherhead Advertiser).

1896. Clay, Henriques and Co. Victoria Foundry. Dewsbury. Manufacturers of Ironworks for sewage disposal. (Grace's Guide).

1897. On Thursday night Mr Charles Clay. JP a gentleman age 67 passed away at his residence Walton Grange. He was a bachelor. He left home for London to attend  a meeting. On arriving at the Court Hotel he felt unwell and decided to return home where Dr Roulston found him suffering from rheumatic gout and suspected typhoid fever had set in. Mr Clay became unconcious on Thursday and expired the same night. The deceased was the son of the late Mr John Clay who formely carried on business in Wesrgate. Wakefield as a worsted spinner. (Newspaper Report).

1897. The death of Mr Charles Clay of Walton Grange. Wakefield occurred last week. Mr Clay was a prominent figure in agricultural circles and was a member of the Royal Agricultural Society. (Newspaper Report).

1897. Auction. Lot 1. Walton Grange near Wakefield late occupied by the deceased owner the late Charles Clay esq. - Large details. (Newspaper Report).

1898. Ossett and Horbury. Newspaper Report. - The Rag Grinders Luck. Mr Jacob Clay foreman Rag Grinder at Mr Pollards Mill has received from one of his  relatives Mr Charles Clay agricultural implement maker of Walton Grange neear Sandal who died quite recently and as he was unmarried all his property falls to Mr Jacob Clay. (Newspaper Report).

1899. Horace Clay born c1877 Sheffield on crew list of the ship "Lucania". (Ref.- Liverpool Record Office 387CRE/543).

1899. Admin of Henry Scott Clay late of Wrenthorpe. Wakefield coal miner who died 29th April 1899 at Clayton Hospital. Wakefield. Admin granted to Mary Jane Clay widow. (Probate Calendar).

1900. Percival Travis Clay born 1881 at Rastrick. Yorks son of Arthur Travis Clay of Holly Bank. Rastrick admitted to Cambridge University in 1900.

1901. Census. John Clay age 62 Foreman in Flax and Hemp Mill  born Leeds. Yorkshire living at Netherbury in Beaminster. Dorset with Hansford family.

1902. William Henry Clay. Joiners Tool Maker. Workshop on Mappin Street. Sheffield. Workshop moved to Rockingham Street. Sheffield  in 1922.

1905. Aug. 12th. Cecil Ernest Clay. The Manor House. Dewsbury. (Royal College of Surgeons).

1906. Captain John Harold Hutchen. Surgeon married Ada Muriel Clay daughter of Charles Clay MRCS of the Manor House. Dewsbury and had 1 son. (Ref.- DSO Recipients. VC and DSO Book).

1908. July 25th. Newspaper Report. This afternoon a special mattinee was held at the Hipperdrome in Leeds, the principle attraction was a wrestling bout for £25 a side between Yukio Tani the celebrated Japanese wrestler and Walter Clay of Leeds. (Yorkshire Evening Post).

1915. July 6th. Cadet Henry Clay from Leeds University to be 2nd lieutenant in the Duke of Wellington's Battalion, West Riding Regiment. (London Gazette July 1915).

1936. Charle Clay of Yorkshire is Librarian of the House of Lords. (Ref - History of Parliament.

1937. Leeds Maternity Hospital. Mr Arthur Moynthan Claye. MB. Ch. B. (Leeds) F.R.C.S Eng LRCP (London) was appointed Hon. Surgeon to the Women's Hospital. (Yorkshire Post).

1937. Mrs Ada Augustus Claye wife of Canon Arthur Needham Claye of Stockport died aged 79. She was the daughter of Captain Andrew Moynthan. VC. She left a son Mr Andrew Moynthan Clay the  Leeds gynaecologist. (Yorkshire Post).

1941. Jan. 23rd. Sydney James Clay of 60 New Street. St Helier. Jersey. Channel Isles born April 16th 1906 in Huddersfield. Yorkshire.  (Ref.- German Occupation Identity Card).

Early Yorkshire Clay's with no date.

Willemus del Clay, flesherer and Margeria his wife  of the village of Wombell. Taxed 6d. (Ref.- Yorkshire Archaeological Journal vol. 5).

Elyas del Clay and Johanna his wife taxed 4d. Wappentagium de Strafford. (Ref.- Yorkshire Archaeological Journal vol. 5 page 21).

William Clay requests that he might be able to give the Archbishop of York 8 acres of land in Beverley. (Ref.- British History Online).

John del Clay of Beverley pardon for breaking out of the King's prison at Rypon and for other felonies. (Ref.- Crecy and Calais by George Wrottesley).

The Diaries of Rev. Oliver Heywood of Northowram. Yorkshire. (Nonconformist Minister).

1682 Aug. 24th. We had a solemn day of fasting and prayer at William Clay's for his wife who was in expectature, for 2 nights we prayed for her. Sept. 14th I set myself to plead for her and God did help. I rode home from my preach lecture in Sowerby and my wife told me the good tidings that Mercy Clay had brought forth a son. Blessed be God. (Diary of Oliver Heywood. page 77).

1684. Oct. 15th. As for William Clay a blind man for whom we were most concerned because he had many troubled thoughts yet they sent for him again into court, to show him kindness fined him 10 shillings and he was dismissed. (Diary of Oliver Heywood page 112).

1687. Jan. 24th. I had it to erect a school house in Northowrum, William Clay proposed that he would give ground to build on and stones to build with. (Diary of Oliver Heywood page 131).

1691. Jan. 8th. Concerning buying a field agreed business at William Clay's. (Diary of Oliver Heywood page 142).

1699. On the 9th after dinner William Clay came, we discoursed then went to my study at 4 o' clock. On the 11th  made ready to ride to John Robinuns on Green Lane where we had a private fast William Clay and 2 others prayed. (Diary of Oliver Heywood).

1699. Oct. 2nd. After dinner walked to William Clay's. Oct. 6th William Clay came to visit me. (Diary of Oliver Heywood.)

1699. Nov. 5th. In the forenoon William Clay came, discoursed after dinner. 6th Nov. went to school heard lads say lessons, John Clay declaim of Aurum Preciosum. (Diary of Oliver Heywood page 188).

Clay of 'Clay House' near Elland, Yorkshire

Clay's are documented throughout  the centuries at various places in the county of Yorkshire but by far the most references are at Elland and Halifax. There is still a substantial building near Elland called “Clay House” and Robert de Clay and his son John are mentioned in various deeds at the same site from before 1296.

In 1301 John de Clay senior transfers land in Elland to Sir John Clay of Elland.

1313. John del Clay witness to a Deed relating to lands at Elland and Greteland along with Richard de Schey and John del Scoles. (Ref.- Yorkshire Archaeological Journal Vol. 2).

1316. John del Clay, William de Pont and John del Scoles are witness to a Deed. (Ref.- YAJ. Vol. 2).

1320. John del Clay witness to an Elland Deed along with Richard de Sedey and John del Scoles. (Ref.- Yorkshire Archaeological Journal. Vol. 2).

In 1343 John de Clay transfers some land in Elland to Roger de Cross.

1349. John del Clay is mentioned in a Deed of Settlement. (Ref.- YAJ. Vol. 2).

1362. Deed at Elland. Joan daughter of Roger del Schagh releases all actions to John del Clay and Avicia his wife. (Ref.- YAJ. Vol. 2).

1362 John son of Constance Clay of Elland is mentioned in a document concerning trade.

1365. Deed. John del Clay de Elland grants to Henry Saville of Elland and 6 others all his lands in Elland and Greteland. (Ref.- YAJ. Vol. 2).

1371. Deed made at Oleby in Leics. Henry Wilson of Quarmby quit - claims to Roger del Clay (Son of John) all rights in lands in Greteland and Stainland. (Ref.- YAJ. Vol. 2).

1381. Poll Tax. Robert de Clay. Merchant and his wife was charged 12 pence. (Ref.- YAJ. Vol. 2).

1404. John Brodelegh grants to Robert de Clay the fourth part of a piece of land in Greteland and Elland in exchange for lands which the said Robert has by the death of Roger del Clay his uncle in Greteland and Stainland. (Ref.- YAJ. Vol. 2).

1404. Robert de Clay gives to John Brodelegh jnr land in Greteland called Hallecroft which was formely John Clay's his grandfather. (Ref.- YAJ. Vol. 2).

1410. John Erle. Rector of Tankersley makes Henry Savile of Copley his attorney to deliver seizin to Robert del Clay of all his lands which he has of the gift of John del Clay in Elland. (Ref.- YAJ. Vol. 2).

1457. Sept. 5th.  Deed at Scoles in Greteland. Roger de Clay granted to John Dynely and others all lands in Scoles in Greteland in Elland. (Ref.- YAJ. Vol. 2).

1458. Nov. 30th. Deed relating to Nabrode in Greteland which Robert Elistones had lately granted to Roger Clay and Margaret his wife. (YAJ. Vol. 2).

1503. Aug. 15th. Randall Butterworth quit - claims all actions against Agnes Clay wife of Philip Clay of Clay House late deceased. (Ref.- YAJ. Vol. 2).

1523. Subsidy Roll. John Cley assessed on lands at £7 per annum also Gilbert Cley assessed 40 shillings on lands. (Ref.- YAJ. Vol. 2).

1545. Subsidy Roll. John Cley and Gilbert Cley both taxed. (Ref.- YAJ. Vol. 2).

1556. Apr. 20th. Will of John Claye of Clayhouse. John Claye of Clayhouse within the parish of Elland  bequeath to Elizabeth, Richard, Marie, Thomas and Henry my children  all my goods,chattels and debts equally divided  amongst them. I will that Agnes my wife have third part of all my goods and chattels . My children to be executors. Witness John Clay and 4 others . (Halifax Wills at York vol. 2). 

1571. Subsidy Roll. John Clay of Elland is taxed. (Ref.- YAJ. Vol. 2).

1597. Subsidy Roll. John Clay of Elland taxed. (Ref.- YAJ. Vol. 2).

1606. Subsidy Roll. John Clay taxed £3 for lands. (Ref. - YAJ. Vol. 2).

1616. John Clay of Clay House died and a memorial inscription is at Elland. (Ref.- YAJ. Vol. 2).

1643. Captain John Clay was buried at Elland. (Ref.- YAJ. Vol. 2).

1654. Sept. 13th. Will of John Clay of Clay House. To his wife Mary a 22 shilling piece of gold. To Margaret Clay his daughter in law £10 a year and a bed and a square table to be paid to her by John Clay his grandson . To his grandson Henry Clay £5 a year. To Mary Clay his grandaughter £40. to his daughter Elizabeth Habergam £40. To John Clay his grandson he gives all  the arms in the house which belongs to souldjery and all the husbandry tools about the house. (Ref.- YAJ. Vol. 2).

1666. Sir William Dugdale. Visitation of Yorkshire. John Clay of Elland was not able to prove his right to a coat of arms and was publicly proclaimed not entitled to the coat he pretended. (Ref.- YAJ. Vol. 2).

1693. April 15th. Mr John Clay of Clay House was buried at Elland. (Ref.- YAJ. Vol. 2).

This particular branch of the Clay's continued to live at Elland for the next few centuries and there is a plaque in the “Clay House which says – Robert Clay (Vicar of Halifax) was born in this house in 1573 the younger son of John Clay of “Clay House” and his wife Mariola.

John Clay of Elland was taxed on lands in Elland in 1584 and in 1616 John Clay of “Clay House left a Will and Inventory.

The Clay Coat of Arms is etched in the glass of a front window at “Clay House” with the initials of John and Margaret Clay dated 1675.

The Clay's are mentioned numerous times in the parish register at Elland from its beginning  in 1559. The last Clay male of the line to live in the house John Clay  died in 1693 and he left the house to his sister Mary Hopkin and after further changes of ownership “Clay House” was eventually bought by Calderdale Council and is now available for hire for social functions.