Resided in Sandwich, was one of those chosen to order the fireing of the woods in this Town "for the making of tar," 11 March, 1745-6.
Eliakim Tobey was a member of a committee of the people of Plymouth county in 1774, who asked officers of the colonial militia to resign rather than aid in the enforcement of acts injurious to the people.
Text of will is cited. Appoints son Samuel Tobey the executor.