Robert Massiah Arthur, Sr., was the patriach of the Arthur family. Very little  is known about him, other than his name. We believe that his son, Robert  Massiah Arthur, Jr., was a bookkeeper at a plantation.  It is interesting to  note that many of his descendents, no matter what profession they choose, seem  to have a knack for business. Several own and operate their own businesses.  Some are bankers, many are teachers and almost all have a love of books. There  are several doctors and a few attorneys have snuck into the family. No matter  what they do, (whether they use it, or not) all have high intellect.  For some reason, his descendents seem to fall into two catagories, the very  serious, and those who love a good joke. But all have beautiful smiles. It is  unusual to find one with bad teeth. Another common trait is the ability to  carry a tune, with several having very good voices. 
 His descendents tend to have a religious center, whether or not they join a  particular demonmination. They tend to be law abiding. This is not to say that  they are a self righteous bunch. A few of those exist, but most know how to  enjoy a good steel band and little Bajan rum in moderation.  They can be stubborn as a mule. Try your last nerve, but for the most part  they are a loving, kind bunch, and I am proud to be a descendant of Robert  Massiah Arthur, and a relative of yours.
 Myrtle Elaine Arthur (site administrator)