ENOCH CLAYTON,
Son of Joseph and Mary (Smith) Clayton, both now deceased, was
born in the State of New Jersey, on March 4, 1832. He married in that
State, January 16, 1858, Hannah A. Scull, born in New Jersey, and
their children are two daughters, Mary M. and Susanna B. Mrs. Clayton's
parents were Abel Scull, now deceased, and Annie W. (Idell) Scull,
now living in Philadelphia.
Mr. Clayton went to school in his native State until ten years of age,
when he went to sea. He served in all positions on board a vessel, and
at the age of twenty-one years was made Captain of the schooner
"Wicsicken." His last service at sea was as captain of the schooner
"J. V. Clayton." His business has always been connected with shipping
interests. He came to Richmond, Virginia, in September, 1870, to
Newport News in May, 1882. He has followed the occupation of stevedore
for many years, in the employ of the C. & O. R. R. at Newport
News. Since July 1, 1887, he has been sheriff of Warwick county, and
is still serving.
