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for to infinitive phrase (to introduce a verb phrase usually expressing purpose) In order to.

1774 Dunmore’s War 204 It was some Bacon that was kept in reserve, for to carry out in case of a pursuit, and for the use of the Spys. 1785 Bent Creek Church Minutes 5 Tidence Lane was chosen by the church and desired some time for to consider on the call. 1815 (in 1920 DeWitt Sevier Journal 58) (June 29) It is said that the goods is since ordered to be given over to Genl. Jackson for to be distributed as presents. 1866 Elijoy Church Minutes 110 Church met after sermon proseeded to business ... Adopted resolutions for to unite with the postoar church.19 39 Hall Coll (Copeland Creek TN) I had to pick sang and pick up chestnuts for to buy what we had to wear. 1963 Edwards Gravel 18 I didn’t come for to eat your dad-blasted hen but if she’s well b’ilt and they’s plenty of dumplins cooked with her I might take a leetle taste just to see if I remember how chicken tastes. 2008 Rosie Hicks 1 I’d rather for not to see Santa.