Who was older, Ann Putnam or Elizabeth Williams?
Ann Putnam Ann Putnam (October 18, 1679 – 1716), known as Ann Putnam Jr., along with Elizabeth Parris, Mary Walcott, Mercy Lewis and Abigail Williams, was an important witness at the Salem Witch Trials of Massachusetts during the later portion of 17th century Colonial America. Born 1679 in Salem Village, Essex County, Massachusetts, she was the eldest child of Thomas (1652–1699) and Ann (née Carr) Putnam (1661–1699).
Sarah Williams Sarah Williams (December 1837 –April 25, 1868) was an English poet and novelist, most famous as the author of the poem "The Old Astronomer". She published short works and one collection of poetry during her lifetime under the pseudonyms Sadie and S.A.D.I., the former of which she considered her name rather than a "nom de plume". Her posthumously published second poetry collection and novel appeared under her given name.