Margaret McMean Martin1

F, #24271, b. 20 May 1808, d. 13 June 1887

Family: Eli Houghton b. 9 Oct 1797, d. 21 Dec 1865

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname Project?
Corresponded with author?
BirthMay 20, 1808Huntington, Huntington, PA, USA, age 43, PA, in 1860 census; age 71 in 1880 census; R. L. Houghton: Grafton, VT2,3
MarriageFeb, 1844Nauvoo, Hancock, IL, USA, Feb. 1845 also1,4
1850 CensusNov 13, 1850Nauvoo, Hancock Co., IL, USA, Eli Hoton, age 53, a farmer, property $5005
DeathJun 13, 1887Salina, UT, USA6
BurialPioneer Cemetery, Salina, UT, USA
ParentsDJosiah Martin and Sarah Fleming, both b. PA
AFN315K-5V & 49FW-XM

Citations

  1. [S265] J. P. Little Letter, 1997.
  2. [S415] E-mail from Paul E. Reed, June 1998.
  3. [S415] E-mail from Robert Lee Houghton, Aug. 22, 2000.
  4. [S415] E-mail from Elaine Houghton Fontana, Apr 4, 2002.
  5. [S1226] 1850 U.S. Federal Census , Nauvoo, Hancock Co., IL, p. 399B, line 38, dwl 1887-1890.
  6. [S415] E-mail to Charles J. Vella from Paul E. Reed, June 1998.

James Houghton1

M, #24272, b. 31 August 1821, d. 3 February 1872

Family: Eureka Miller b. c Jun 1843, d. 12 Feb 1872

Biography

Corresponded with author?
A Contributor to Houghton Surname Project?
BirthAug 31, 1821Brandon, Rutland Co., VT, USA, age 30 in 1850 census; age 39 in 1860 census; age 46 in 1870 census; Little: 27 Aug 18212,3,1
1850 Census1850Sauk Rapids District, Benton Co., MN, USA, James Hoten4
Census1852Sauk Rapids District, Benton Co., MN, USA, James Hoten
Marriage5
1860 Census1860Carver, Carver Co., MN, USA, George, age 33, a steam boat captain, property $500-2000; James, age 39, a steam boat mate, property $500-20006
Census1865MN, USA5
1870 Census1870Carver, Carver Co., MN, USA, age 46, steamboat captain, property $800-10007
DeathFeb 3, 1872Carver, Carver Co., MN, USA, age 51; obituary: 31 Jan 18725
ObituaryDeath Obituary from Holmes Scrapbook, Carver County Historical Society

In Carver, Wenesday Evening, Jan 31st of Erysipelas, Capt James Houghton, age 51 years. The deceased was well known as the veteran Steam Boat Captain of the Minnesota River. having commenced in 1855, since which time he has been almost continually upon this river. Most of the time running his boat between Carver & Saint Paul. All remember the favorite little "Antelope" of which Captain James and his brother George were owners, and also the old "Chippewa Falls", and the "Mankato". James Houghton was a man that was universally liked, always good natured,pleasant and accommodating, and we doubt if ever a man died leaving so few enemies, indeed we question if he has one. He was an old settler having come to this state with his brother Capt. Geo. Houghton in the year 1848. He was a native of Vermont, born in 1821, Consequently he was about 51 yrs. old. He leaves a wife and three small children. Carver will miss him. He was one of our best citizens. He was buried on Thursday p.m., and followed to his last resting place by all his old friends and neighbors.5
AFN4H7C-Q6
ResearchKathy Ostvig: Census record indicate an Edward H Houghton living with George and Lydia in 1880 age of 8 years old. with parents born Vermont and Pennsylvania the 1875 census for George & Lydia list an Edward Houghton age 3 parents born Father Vt., Mother Germany.

The birth records at Carver co. Government Building indicate Eddie Holmes Houghton born 8 Feb 1872 as being an Orphan and no Parents listed, James death date is listed as 3 Feb 1872 and Eureka death Date listed as 12 Feb 1872. Obit for James list death date as 31 Jan 1872.

Because of age and records I am inclined to believe that Edward Houghton is the son of James Houghton and Eureka who is listed in the 1865 Census as being born in Prussia. I believe he was adopted by George & Lydia. This fact is beared out in the following.

Records of gaurdianship filed in Carver county confirm the fact that Edward Houghton was James Son and not George's. All four children are listed in the gaurdianship records. Edward stayed with george and Lydia, the others William ,James and Newell went to live with their Uncle Edward Houghton in Harrison Co. Iowa. On FHC FILM #1434904 Item 1 pg 194

Edward Holmes Houghton Son of James Houghton (son of Eli & Deborah (Dwinnell )Houghton)and Eureka((Kahlow?)( see Notes about Eureka ) Census record indicate an Edward H Houghton living with George and Lydia in 1880 age of 8 years old. with parents born Vermont and Pennsylvania the 1875 ensus for George & Lydia list and Edward Houghton age 3 parents born Vt., Germany.

The birth records at Carver co. Government Buiilding indicate Eddie Holmes Houghton born 8 Feb 1872 as being an Orphan and no Parents listed, James death date is listed as 3 Feb 1872 and Eureka death Date listed as 12 Feb 1872. Obit for James list death date as 31 Jan 1872.

Because of age and records I am inclined to believe that Edward Houghton is the son of James Houghton and Eureka who is listed in the 1865 Census as being born in Prussia. I believe he was adopted by George & Lydia. On FHC FILM #1434904 Item 1 pg 194

Dated Apr 10 1876:

"On the matter of gaurdianship of the estate of minor children of James Houghton deceased
George Houghton Gaurdian.


Oath and application of George Houghton that he was appointed Guardian of William Houghton, Newel houghton , James Houghton and Edward H. houghton On File

Letters granted & Bond given and recorded in Book of Letters of guardianship & Bonds pgs 42 & 43."

Found at Burial Search www.lakewoodcemetery.com Edward H. Houghton Age 33 death date 12/30/1905 Place of Death NA called said Nicolett Ave. Dispoition Date 1/02/1906 Site ID 90-19-2 not sure if this is Edward Holmes houhgotn or not, he is not buried with the
other houghtons in Lakewood Cemetry. I am ordering Death Certificate

The other sons of James, are William, Newell , and James.

Newell you have correct info on except you have george listed as parents. I can only add the following Nuele is the Spelling of Newels name in the 1870 Census for Carver, Carver, MN This is most likely incorrect as his fathers brother is Newell and he was born shortly after his death Newell and James are found in the 1880 Census living with their Uncle Edward Houghton in Harrison, Cass, Iowa FHL film 1254343 National Archives film T9-0343 Pge 125D

James Death date is 3 of Feb 1872 from court house records...the death date comes from the court house records in Carver, Carver, Minnesota The record states "age at death 51 yrs 6 mo born United States died of Erysipala Township Carver, Occupation Boat" the record was made 31 Dec 1872, the obit indicates a date of 31 of Jan 1872.

In the book "The Carver Story" by Lucie K. Hartley published in 1971 pp. 21 states"Cemetery Records show that James Houghton and his wife are buried in Mt. Hope but there is no marker. Thus one of the most colorful of Characters, closely associated with this romantic aspect of pioneer days, now lies forgotten in an unmarked grave." I believe Mt. Hope Cemetery is in Carver, but I haven't verified this yet.5

Citations

  1. [S1074] Town Records: Brandon, Ruthalnd Co., VT: VT Division of Records, Middelesex, VT, F-30270, VT VRs 1770-1870.
  2. [S265] J. P. Little Letter, 1997.
  3. [S1226] 1850 U.S. Federal Census , Nauvoo, Hancock Co., IL, p. 94B, line 38, dwl 1887-1890.
  4. [S1226] 1850 U.S. Federal Census , Benton Co., MN, p. 4.
  5. [S415] E-mail from Kathy Ostvig, May 29, 2004.
  6. [S1227] 1860 U.S. Federal Census , Carver, Carver Co., MN, p. 311, line 19, dwl 168.
  7. [S1228] 1870 U.S. Federal Census , Carver, Carver Co., MN, Roll: M593_2, Page: 75, line 31, dwl 66-66.
  8. [S1228] 1870 U.S. Federal Census , Carver, Carver Co., MN, Roll: M593_2, Page: 75, line 31, dwl 66-66.
  9. [S415] E-mail from Kathy Ostvig, May 29, 2004: Birth Record.

Eli Newel Houghton1,2

M, #24273, b. 14 December 1822, d. 23 August 1862

Family: Rosey Har-zue-gae-win-kaw b. c 1826, d. 1890

Biography

Corresponded with author?
A Contributor to Houghton Surname Project?
BirthDec 14, 1822Brandon, Rutland Co., VT, USA, age 29, VT, in 1850 census; age 34, VT, in 1860 census; 1880 census of son Eli gives IL as bp, of son Carlos gives NY; Kathy Ostvig: brother George gives Brandon, VT3,4,5
Marriagecirca 18443,5
1850 CensusSep, 1850Benton Co., MN, USA, Newell Hoten, age 276
Census1852Sauk Rapids District, Benton Co., MN, USA7
1860 Census1860Mankato, Blue Earth Co., MN, USA, E. N. Houghton, age 36, a farmer (and Asa White, long time Winnebago friend of Newell)8
Mil. EnlsAug 19, 1862Mankato, MN, USA, in the Union Army, a private, MN; He enlisted in the Mankato Citizen Soldiers Regiment. Captain Bierbaur's Mankato Company: * Killed: Privates: N.E. Houghton;9,10,5
DeathAug 23, 1862New Ulm, Brown Co., MN, USA, killed in attack by Sioux Indians during the Civil War.3,11,9,5
Burialbefore Aug 30, 1862Masonic cemetery, Mankato, MN, USA, In Jan. 1863, his body was moved to the Houghton Family cemetery in Big Lake, MN2
AFN4H7C-RC
BiographyKathy Ostvig: Wisconsin birth of mother goes along with history of the Winnebago, location in Blue Earth goes along with running The Winnebago Agency since most Winnebago were relocated to Blue Earth County from the Long Prairie Reservation after A treaty involving the United States Government And the Winnebago Chiefs occurred on the 27th of February 1855.

The Heritage of Blue Earth County Minnesota on Page 411(McPherson Township T440), by Julie Hilleer Schrader, Says Newell came there when they established the Winnebago Agency in 1855. It states:
"Among those connected with the Indian agency who came with the Winnebago in June 1855, were: General J. E. Fletcher, Indian Agent Henry Foster, Joshua Ady, A. L. Foyles, W. J. Cullen, Superintendent of Indian School, Chas. H. Mix, Asa White, Geo. Culver, Peter Manaige, Newell Houghton and J. L. Alexander."

Mc Pherson Township was located & the Winnebago Agency was located 12 miles from Mankato, in the area where St. Claire, now stands.

Newel was an avid hunter.
From the Mankato Semi-Weekly Record, 6 Dec 1859 records the following:
"Returned---Messrs. Houghton and White, of Winnebago Agency, returned from their hunting excursion to the Upper Mississippi country, on Tuesday last, having killed thirty-two deer, a bear, and a lynx. They report game plenty but very wild."

In the Mankato Semi-Weekly Record, dated 14 Feb. 1860 we find another hunting story:
" Minnesota Hunter. --- Our friend N. Houghton, of Winnebago Agency, started Northward on a hunting expedition last Friday. He is recognized as one of the best shots and most successful hunters in Minnesota, and withal a noble, generous hearted gentleman. So far Mr. H. has killed about two thousand deer, besides countless amounts of other game. His father living in Sherburne County has killed over four thousand deer, and his brother captain of the steamer Antelope, counts his deer scalps by hundreds.

Newel Houghton enlisted in the Army when the Dakota conflict got out of hand in Aug of 1862, he enlisted in Mankato and left immediately for New Ulm.

Private N. E. Houghton inducted into the Minnesota Civil War, with the Mankato Citizen Soldiers Regiment on 19 Aug 1862

His name is also listed in the Minnesota Genealogical Journal: 27, And in a roster compiled by Marion P. Saterlee in 1919, as part of his "Authentic List of Victims of the Indian Massacre and War, 1862-1865." He died 23 Aug 1862 in the Battle of New Ulm. New Ulm, Brown, Minnesota. Source is "Minnesota in the Civil & Indian Wars 1861-1865. (MNRoster) published in 1890

In "History of Blue Earth County and Biographies of its Leading Citizens" by Thomas Hughes
Pub Chicago, Middle West Publishing Company Publishers, 1906, p. 334
Under a biography of Charles Bennet, it says...
" Mr. Bennett's identification with the conditions evolved by the Civil war began August 19,1862, when he enlisted in the company of Captain William Bierbauer, under general command of Colonel Charles E. Flaundrau, and was present at the second attack of New Ulm. During the entire day he was in the thick of the fight. On the outside line, and at night, with eight others, he lay under a garden fence as an outside guard. He was an eyewitness to the shooting of Captain Dodd, of St. Peter, on East Main Street, by the Indians Saturday afternoon, and also was in the charge against the Indians along the Bluff about sunset when Newel Houghton, of the Winnebago Agency, was killed." He was buried prior to August 30, 1862, in the Masonic cemetery in Mankato Minnesota. In January of 1863, his body was moved from the Masonic Cemetery site to the Houghton Family cemetery in Big Lake township, Sherburne Co., Minnesota. This information comes from the Mankato Semi-Weekly Record dated 30 Aug 1862 and January 24, 1863.

No better statement of a man could be made than what was reported in the August 30 1862 Mankato Semi-Weekly Record, Under the Heading "A Brave Man Killed".
"Mr. Houghton was a man of undaunting courage, honest, faithful, and a true friend in the fullest sense of the term.--- His powers of endurance were extraordinary, and he was passionately fond of hunting, to which in the past few years he devoted the greater part of his time, spending weeks and months with his faithful dog and unearring rifle far from the abodes of white men.....In his death, we with many others have lost a friend whose place can never be supplied; and in his passing tribute our pen is unable to do justice to his memory. Death has claimed no truer heart than that which animated the bosom of our deceased friend."

From the January 24, 1863 Mankato Semi-Weekly Record No. 59 it states:
"Funeral of Mr. Houghton--- On Saturday evening, the remains of Mr. E.N. Houghton, killed in the battle of New Ulm. Arrived here on Monday afternoon, they left here for Big Lake, Sherburne County, where they are to be interred. They were escorted by six companies of the Seventh regiment, and a large number of citizens."

Winnebago rolls found online has a Mrs. Newell Holton listed in 1913, but upon checking it states Newell Holton est..


Louis Houghton Jr. Emailed me a response 19 Aug 2002 in reply to an email
Subject: Newell Houghton and spouse Rosey he stated,
*** I probably am related through Newell. I haven't researched my family tree. My father was Louis, Sr., and his father was Charles. I had assumed that Mrs. Newell Holton was Charles' mother. I imagine records would have been kept through the Bureau of Indian Affairs. Those records are probably archived somewhere. That's all I know about my fathers side of the family. Let me know if you find out anything else. Have a nice day.
[email protected]2

Citations

  1. [S415] E-mail from Paul E. Reed, June 1998.
  2. [S415] E-mail from Kathy Ostvig, May 29, 2004.
  3. [S265] J. P. Little Letter, 1997.
  4. [S1226] 1850 U.S. Federal Census , Nauvoo, Hancock Co., IL, p. 94B, line 38, dwl 1887-1890.
  5. [S415] E-mail from Kathy Ostvig, May 27, 2004.
  6. [S1226] 1850 U.S. Federal Census , Benton Co., MN, p. 55.
  7. [S235] U.S. Census, 1852, Benton Co., MN.
  8. [S1227] 1860 U.S. Federal Census , Mankato, Blue Earth Co., MN, p. 134, line 10, dwl 327-308.
  9. [S654] Electronic Web Site, , CivilWarData.Com, Civil War Research and Genealogy Database, Nov. 2001.
  10. [S882] Ancestry.Com, online www.ancestry.com, American Civil War Soldiers database, Oct. 1, 2001.
  11. [S415] E-mail Paul Reed, 1998.
  12. [S415] E-mail to Charles J. Vella from Paul E. Reed, June 1998.
  13. [S1227] 1860 U.S. Federal Census , Nankato, Blue Earth Co., MN, p. 134, line 10, dwl 327-308.

Rosey Har-zue-gae-win-kaw1

F, #24274, b. circa 1826, d. 1890

Family: Eli Newel Houghton b. 14 Dec 1822, d. 23 Aug 1862

Biography

Corresponded with author?
A Contributor to Houghton Surname Project?
Birthcirca 1826WI, USA, Nancy, age 34, WI, in 1860 census; 1880 census of son Eli gives MN, of Carlos gives WI2
Marriagecirca 18443,1
1860 Census1860Mankato, Blue Earth Co., MN, USA, E. N. Houghton, age 36, a farmer (and Asa White, long time Winnebago friend of Newell)4
Immigrationcirca 1863SD, USA, with the Winnebago1
Death18905
ResearchKathy Ostvig: her name was "Rosey (not Nancy a transcription error for the 1860 census, death certificates for the children state Rosy as the mothers name as well as letters written from her to her children; left Minnesota when she went with the Winnebago to So. D. and later NE), a Winnebago Indian ( Har-Zue-Gae-Win-Kaw, or BEE or Bear Woman)"; Little Genealogy gives name as Paula; 1860 census gives Nancy.
After his death, Newels family became divided, His wife and youngest son age 2 were escorted from the Winnebago reservation to South Dakota, they moved one other time with the Omaha tribe until she was finally settled and allotted Land when the Winnebago were given a reservation of their own in Winnebago, Thurston, Nebraska. His oldest three children were raised by Newels Father Eli Houghton and stepmother Margaret in Big Lake Township, along the Mississippi River in Sherburne Co.. The love and respect for Newel is shown in the fact that his brother, and oldest son passed his name down through several generations. It is sad that his death led to the loss of Family ties between a Family.

Notes on Rosey wife of Newell: The Winnebagos were relocated from Praire Du Chien Wisconsin to Long Prairie in 1849.
She is reported by the Family to be the daughter of a Winnebago Chief. This fits well with the dates places and area that Newell is located with the Winnebago people. and the places listed for birth in the 1860 census.
The Name Paula comes from a family. The family had many letters written from her in Nebraska to the family in Minnesota. They have reported to me she was named Paula, but have never seen any letters to verify a name.
I did get to see the copy of one letter signed Rosy also listed Rosy on Eliza , & Carlos death Certificate1
BiographyLater in March of 2003, I recieved a lengthy email form Lindda Waggoner
about Rosy:
The stuff in brackets is my comments(Linda Waggoner), the rest is quoted from the records given, for the most part.

Bear [Bee] Woman or Har-zue-gae-win-kaw died in 1890. [On allotment records she was also known as "Newel Holton," probably because they couldn't pronounce her name or that was the nick-name given to her by others.

1st spouse, Newell Holten or Houghton (a white man "killed by Sioux Indians in Minnesota) [His name was Eli Newell Houghton. His father's name was also Eli]
Their son, Charles Houghton (age 36)
Her 2nd spouse, White Whale (died in 1893)

affadavits June 12, 1899 to Jan 24, 1901 were from:
1. Joseph A. Lamere
2. Charles Houghton "his mother with her family went first to Crow Creek S.D. and from there to this reservation." His mother and White Whale "lived with him until they both died."
3. Little Walker (age 65)
4. Alexander St. Cyr (age 58) and Peter Decora (age 44) "married White Whale about 7 years before Agent Fletcher allotted the land."


This info is from: [pages 181-183, "Findings of Special Agents Regarding Heirs - 1899-1901," Roll 84: Roster of Families of the Winnebago Agency 1905-1907 (continued); the Winnebago Indian Reservation; Findings of Special gents Regarding Heirs - 1899-1901; Heirship Findings - 1899-1901; Heirship Findings - 1908-1910RG 75: Records of the Bureau of Indian Affairs. Winnebago Indian Agency, Winnebago, Nebraska from Regional Archives and Records Service, General Services Administration, Kansas City 1977]

"Narcisse Schellervaux [Challifoux], Zoe Schellervaux, Margaret Schellervaux: live above St. Paul on the Mississippi River and are
Winnebagoes; Eli Houghton, Eliza Houghton, Carlos Houghton: children of Russel [Newel] Houghton, a white man. Their mother is Winnebago, now with the Tribe in Nebraska. The father of the children is dead and they live 50 miles above St. Paul in Minnesota with his mother." [Record Group 75, "Correspondence of the Office of Indian Affairs (Central Office) and Related Records," M234, R943, 1871-1872] ((Kathy's notes, With his step mother Margaret Martin)


"Charles Houghton age 36 states that before Agt Learnings allotment and before I was big enough to work Little Walker worked the land for her [his mother, Newell Holton or Bear Woman]. That this land was near North Boundary of reservation & near the land allotted by Agt. Leaning to Tall Decora. Little Walker built a house on the land & I lived in it with my mother until she died & until land was cancelled. Also that he had no brothers & sisters & is the only heir." [June 19, 1899, "Newell Holton or Bear Woman," Regional Archives of Winnebago Agency, roll 85]


"Charles Houghton age 38 testifies in addition and supplemental to his testimony June 19, 1899 That his father was a white man, named Newell Holten, or Houghton; That he was killed by Sioux Indians in Minnesota. That his mother with her family went first to Crow Creek S. D. and from there to this reservation. That when Agent Learning allotted the land, he allotted his mother, as Newell Holten. That as far back as he can remember his mother was called Newell Holten, her Indian name was Har-zue-gae-win-kaw, or Bee Woman. That she was allotted as the wife of White Whale, by Agent Fletcher under her name, Hae-zue-gae-win-kaw, that his mother and her husband lived
with him until they both died, his mother died in 1890 and White Whale in 1893." [Jan 24, 1900, "Newell Holton or Bear Woman," Regional Archives of Winnebago Agency, roll 85]
ResearchRosey married White Whale, but died in 1890

Citations

  1. [S415] E-mail from Kathy Ostvig, May 27, 2004.
  2. [S1227] 1860 U.S. Federal Census , Nankato, Blue Earth Co., MN, p. 134, line 10, dwl 327-308.
  3. [S265] J. P. Little Letter, 1997.
  4. [S1227] 1860 U.S. Federal Census , Mankato, Blue Earth Co., MN, p. 134, line 10, dwl 327-308.
  5. [S415] E-mail from Kathy Ostvig, May 29, 2004.
  6. [S415] E-mail to Charles J. Vella from Paul E. Reed, June 1998.

Mary A. Houghton1,2

F, #24275, b. 11 April 1824

Family: Samuel White Fuller b. 1824, d. 1876

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname Project?
Corresponded with author?
BirthApr 11, 1824Brandon, Rutland Co., VT, USA, age 26 in 1850 census3
Marriage18421,4
Note1850IA, USA

Citations

  1. [S265] J. P. Little Letter, 1997.
  2. [S415] E-mail to Charles J. Vella from Paul E. Reed, June 1998.
  3. [S1074] Town Records: Brandon, Rutland Co., VT: VT Division of Records, Middlesex, VT, F-30270, VT VRs 1770-1870.
  4. [S415] E-mail from Kathy Ostvig, May 27, 2004.

Samuel White Fuller1,2

M, #24276, b. 1824, d. 1876

Family: Mary A. Houghton b. 11 Apr 1824

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname Project?
Corresponded with author?
Birth18243
Marriage18421,4
Note1850IA, USA
Death1876MN, USA5
AFNCPJ4-JR

Citations

  1. [S265] J. P. Little Letter, 1997.
  2. [S415] E-mail Paul Reed, 1998.
  3. [S415] E-mail to Charles J. Vella from Paul E. Reed, June 1998.
  4. [S415] E-mail from Kathy Ostvig, May 27, 2004.
  5. [S1076] Rootsweb.Com, online sites.rootsweb.com, Harrison Co., IA Biographies, p. 39.

George Houghton1

M, #24277, b. 8 January 1828, d. 6 November 1902

Family: Lydia E. Holmes b. c 1827, d. 3 May 1911

Biography

Corresponded with author?
A Contributor to Houghton Surname Project?
NotableY
BirthJan 8, 1828near, Brandon, Rutland Co., VT, USA, age 22 in 1850 census; age 33 in 1860 census; age 42 in 1870 census; age 52 in 1880 census; dd calc; 1880 census of brother George gives NY1,2
Marriage1,3,4
1860 Census1860Carver, Carver Co., MN, USA, George, age 33, a steam boat captain, property $500-2000; James, age 39, a steam boat mate, property $500-20005
1870 Census1870Sauk Rapids, Benton Co., MN, USA, age 42, a steam boat captain, property $4000-20006
1870 Census1870Carver, Carver Co., MN, USA, age 42, steam boat captain7
Census1875MN, USA4
GuardianspApr 10, 1876On FHC FILM #1434904 Item 1 pg 194


dated Apr 10 1876


"On the matter of gaurdianship of the estate of minor children of James
Houghton deceased
George Houghton Gaurdian.


Oath and application of George Houghton that he was appointed
Gaurdian of William Houghton,
Newel houghton , James Houghton and Edward H. houghton On File


Letters granted & Bond given and recorded in Book of Letters of
gaurdianship & Bonds pgs 42 & 43."4
1880 Census1880Carver, Carver Co., MN, USA, age 52, a steamboat captain8,9
DeathNov 6, 1902Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN, USA, at his home, age 74 y, 9 m, 28 d10
ObituaryNov 8, 1902Minneapolis, MN, USA, Death Comes to a River Veteran
The Demise of George Houghton Removes Steamboat Captain Well Known in Pioneer Days.

Captain George Houghton, an old steamboat captain, died Thursday at his home, 512 University avenue SE, as the result of a fall in January. He was 74 years old.
Captain Houghton was born near Brandon, Vt., Jan. 8, 1828, and when quite young came to Iowa with his parents by team. In 1848 he moved to Sherburne County, Minn., and took a claim. In 1857, he built the steamers Antelope and Mollie Mohler, which ran between Mankato and St. Paul on the Minnesota River.
In 1870 he built and operated a boat on the Mississippi River from Aitkin to Grand Rapids.
Captain Houghton is survived by a widow and two sons, George N. and Edward H. Houghton.
The funeral will take place tomorrow afternoon at 2 o'clock from Holy Trinity Church. The service will be under the auspices of Cataract lodge, No. 2, A.F. and A. M. The Internment will be at Lakewood.2
BurialNov 9, 1902Lakewood Cemetery, Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN, USA, Site Id 272-9-1110,11
AFN4H7C-TP
Notablewas a steamboat captain5
ResearchMN, USA

Citations

  1. [S265] J. P. Little Letter, 1997.
  2. [S93] Newspaper Obituary, Obituary of George Houghton, Minneapolis Times, 8 Nov 1902.
  3. [S415] E-mail from Jill Hall, June 2, 2001.
  4. [S415] E-mail from Kathy Ostvig, May 29, 2004.
  5. [S1227] 1860 U.S. Federal Census , Carver, Carver Co., MN, p. 311, line 19, dwl 168.
  6. [S1228] 1870 U.S. Federal Census , 1870 US Federal Census, Sauk Rapids, Benton Co., MN, p. 235, line 25, hotel 70-73.
  7. [S1228] 1870 U.S. Federal Census , Carver, Carver, Minnesota; Roll: M593_2; Page: 78; line 27, dwl 89-89.
  8. [S235] U.S. Census, 1880 Soundex, Carver, Carver Co., MN, Reel 13, Vol. 2, ED. 90, Sh. 10, Ln. 17, dwl 78.
  9. [S1229] 1880 U.S. Federal Census , Carver, Carver Co., MN, Roll: T9_616; Family History Film: 1254616; Page: 252B; Enumeration District: 90; Reel 13, Vol. 2, ED. 90, Sh. 10, Ln. 17, dwl 78.
  10. [S36] Letter, from Jill Hall, May 7, 2002.
  11. [S654] Electronic Web Site, , http://www.lakewoodcemetery.com/f_welcome.htm
  12. [S415] E-mail from Kathy Ostvig, May 29, 2004: source letter dated 19 Dec 1864 from Eureka
    Houghton to Eli & Margaret states George had a little girl night before
    Thanksgiving.

Edward Houghton1

M, #24278, b. 3 July 1831, d. 3 December 1912

Family: Mary Ann Ellison b. 28 Aug 1838

Biography

Corresponded with author?
A Contributor to Houghton Surname Project?
BirthJul 3, 1831NY, USA, age 19, VT, in 1850 census; age 28 in 1860 census; age 39 in 1870 census; age 48, NY, in 1880 census; Jul 1831, NY, age 68 in 1900 census; age 78 in 1910 census; Harrison Co. IA Biog.: NY2,3
Immigration1851IA, USA, from MN2
MarriageApr 8, 18562
1860 CensusJul 17, 1860Cass, Harrison Co., IA, USA, age 28, farmer; property $1800-300; next door to her parents4
1870 Census1870Cass, Harrison Co., IA, USA, age 39, property $4500, $15005
Note1872Harrison Co., IA, USA, Nephews William, James, and Newell Houghton, sons of brother James, come to live with Uncle Edward6
1880 Census1880Cass, Harrison Co., IA, USA, age 48, a farmer; nephew William not listed7
Land Recrd1884Cass Twp, Harrison Co., IA, USA, 300 acres8
Living1891Harrison Co., IA, USA
1900 Census1900Boyer Twp, Woodbine, Harrison Co., IA, USA, age 68, a farmer9,10
1910 Census1910Boyer, Harrison Co., IA, USA, age 78, none11
DeathDec 3, 1912IA, USA
ObituaryDec 6, 1912Logan Co., IA, USA12
BurialWoodbine Cemetery, Woodbine, IA, USA
Research1880 census gives Eliza, Newell, and James as niece and nephews
BiographyHarrison Co. IA Biographies: "Edward Houghton ranks among the early settlers of Harrison County, having been here two years prior to the organization of the county, the date of his coming being June, 1851...Our subject remained in Minnesota until his coming to this county in 1851. He was united in marriage April 8, 1856, to Mary A. Ellison, a native of Missouri, born August 28, 1838. Their home has been blessed by four children ---Isaac Eli, James C., Mary R. and Nellie. Nellie and James are deceased. Eli is married and lives at Portsmouth, Shelby County, where he is engaged in the grain and agricultural impliment business....The first four years of our subject's residence in Harrison County he lived with his brother-in-law, Samuel Fuller, who came to the county during the month of April, 1851, taking a claim of about seventy acres of timber land on section 17, in what is now known as Six-mile Grove. In October, 1855, these two gentlemen went to Wright County, Minn., Fuller dying in Minnesota in 1876. Mr. Houghton returned to Harrison County, having been absent less than two months, and settled on the site of his present home, which is section 16, of Cass Township, where he purchased one hndred and twenty acres of land to which he has added, until he now has four hundred and eighteen acres. Of this two hundred and thirty-five acres are under the plow, while the remainder is in excellent timber and pasture land...who came to the county...possessing only the magnicient sum of fifty cents...While living with his brother-in-law he managed to get hold of some calves, and to enter a hundred and twenty acres of land, but having to boroow money of Judge Stephen King, with which to purchase a yoke of oxen for a breaking team, with which he broke six acres of his own land, and fifteen of an eighty-acre tract which he and Fuller owned together. After returning from Minnesota, he bought another yoke of oxen and commenced opening up a home in what was then the wilds of Harrison County, which was then within the limits of the "far West." In the spring of 1856, he erected a log house 16x18 feet, under the roof ow which he lived for fourteen years, then built his present commodious farm house, the main part of whic is 16x26 feet, two stories in hdight, togther with an addition 16x36, and one story high. Politically, our subject affiliates with the Republican party, and during his residence in this county has held the offices of member of Board of Supervisors four years, and Township Trustee and School Treasurer for a period of over twenty-five years. Mr. and Mrs. Houghton are professors of religion and believers in the faith and teachings of the Latter Day Saints Chrurch.2

Citations

  1. [S265] J. P. Little Letter, 1997.
  2. [S1076] Rootsweb.Com, online sites.rootsweb.com, Harrison Co., IA Biographies, p. 39.
  3. [S1226] 1850 U.S. Federal Census , Nauvoo, Hancock Co., IL, p. 94B, line 38, dwl 1887-1890.
  4. [S1227] 1860 U.S. Federal Census , Cass, Harrison, Iowa; Roll: M653_323; Page: 80; sheet 836, line 21, dwl 630-569.
  5. [S1228] 1870 U.S. Federal Census , Cass, Harrison, Iowa; Roll: M593_395; Page: 14;
    line 6, dwl 10-10.
  6. [S415] E-mail from Kathy Ostvig, May 29, 2004.
  7. [S1229] 1880 U.S. Federal Census , Cass, Harrison, Iowa; Roll: T9_343; Family History Film: 1254343; Page: 125D; Enumeration District: 87; sheet 16, line 5, dwl 145-149.
  8. [S1076] Rootsweb.Com, online sites.rootsweb.com, Harrison Co., IA Landowners.
  9. [S235] U.S. Census, 1900 Soundex, Boyer Twp, Woodbine, Harrison Co., IA, Box 60, Vol. 33, E.D. 69, Sh. 13, Ln. 94.
  10. [S1230] 1900 U.S. Federal Census , Boyer Twp, Woodbine, Harrison Co., IA, Box 60, Vol. 33, E.D. 69, Sh. 13, Ln. 94.
  11. [S1231] 1910 U.S. Federal Census , Boyer, Harrison, Iowa; Roll: T624_405; Page: 11B; Enumeration District: 0067; FHL microfilm: 1374418.
  12. [S415] E-mail from Norma Butsch (Steele), June 26, 2002.

Mary Ann Ellison1

F, #24279, b. 28 August 1838

Family: Edward Houghton b. 3 Jul 1831, d. 3 Dec 1912

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname Project?
Corresponded with author?
BirthAug 28, 1838MO, USA, age 21 in 1860 census; age 31 in 1870 census; age 41 in 1880 census; Aug 1838, age 61 in 1900 census; age 72 in 1910 census2
MarriageApr 8, 18562
1870 Census1870Cass, Harrison Co., IA, USA, age 39, property $4500, $15003
1880 Census1880Cass, Harrison Co., IA, USA, age 48, a farmer; nephew William not listed4
Baptism (LDS)Sep 20, 1883Mary A. Houghton was baptized a member of the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints on 20 September 1883 by Eli Clothier. She attended the Woodbine, Iowa Branch.
1900 Census1900Boyer Twp, Woodbine, Harrison Co., IA, USA, age 68, a farmer5,6
1910 Census1910Boyer, Harrison Co., IA, USA, age 78, none7
1930 Census1930Boyer, Harrison Co., IA, USA, age 91, a widow8
AFNCPJ4-KX
ParentsDIsaac and Lucinda Ellison, parents born in VA9

Citations

  1. [S265] J. P. Little Letter, 1997.
  2. [S1076] Rootsweb.Com, online sites.rootsweb.com, Harrison Co., IA Biographies, p. 39.
  3. [S1228] 1870 U.S. Federal Census , Cass, Harrison, Iowa; Roll: M593_395; Page: 14;
    line 6, dwl 10-10.
  4. [S1229] 1880 U.S. Federal Census , Cass, Harrison, Iowa; Roll: T9_343; Family History Film: 1254343; Page: 125D; Enumeration District: 87; sheet 16, line 5, dwl 145-149.
  5. [S235] U.S. Census, 1900 Soundex, Boyer Twp, Woodbine, Harrison Co., IA, Box 60, Vol. 33, E.D. 69, Sh. 13, Ln. 94.
  6. [S1230] 1900 U.S. Federal Census , Boyer Twp, Woodbine, Harrison Co., IA, Box 60, Vol. 33, E.D. 69, Sh. 13, Ln. 94.
  7. [S1231] 1910 U.S. Federal Census , Boyer, Harrison, Iowa; Roll: T624_405; Page: 11B; Enumeration District: 0067; FHL microfilm: 1374418.
  8. [S1233] 1930 U.S. Federal Census , Boyer, Harrison Co., Iowa; Roll: 658; Enumeration District: 2; sheet 8A, page 135, line 21, dwl 405-207-210.
  9. [S235] U.S. Census, Cass, Harrison, Iowa; Roll: M653_323; Page: 80; sheet 836, line 21, dwl 630-569.

Charlotte S. Houghton1,2

F, #24280, b. 20 December 1834

Family: Joseph Lindsay

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname Project?
Corresponded with author?
BirthDec 20, 1834MI, USA, age 16 in 1850 census1,3
Residence1850Portland, ME, USA4
Marriage4
AFN4H7C-WS
ResearchCharlotte received guardian ship records after her husband died for her two minor children.4

Citations

  1. [S265] J. P. Little Letter, 1997.
  2. [S415] E-mail to Charles J. Vella from Paul E. Reed, June 1998.
  3. [S1226] 1850 U.S. Federal Census , Nauvoo, Hancock Co., IL, p. 94B, line 38, dwl 1887-1890.
  4. [S415] E-mail from Kathy Ostvig, May 27, 2004.

Eliza Ann Houghton1

F, #24281, b. 5 June 1836

Biography

Corresponded with author?
A Contributor to Houghton Surname Project?
BirthJun 5, 1836MI, USA, age 14 in 1850 census1,2
AFN4H7C-X7

Citations

  1. [S265] J. P. Little Letter, 1997.
  2. [S1226] 1850 U.S. Federal Census , Nauvoo, Hancock Co., IL, p. 94B, line 38, dwl 1887-1890.

Carlos Houghton1

M, #24282, b. 29 October 1841

Biography

Corresponded with author?
A Contributor to Houghton Surname Project?
BirthOct 29, 1841IL, USA, age 8 in 1850 census1,2
AFN4H7C-ZD

Citations

  1. [S265] J. P. Little Letter, 1997.
  2. [S1226] 1850 U.S. Federal Census , Nauvoo, Hancock Co., IL, p. 94B, line 38, dwl 1887-1890.

Daniel Houghton1

M, #24283, b. 13 May 1843, d. 2 July 1844

Biography

Corresponded with author?
A Contributor to Houghton Surname Project?
BirthMay 13, 1843IL, USA1
DeathJul 2, 1844Nauvoo, Hancock Co., IL, USA, of measles, age 1 y, 1 m, 20 d2,3
AFN4H7B-OJ

Citations

  1. [S265] J. P. Little Letter, 1997.
  2. [S838] James C. Taylor, Nauvoo IL Deaths and Burials, p. 17.
  3. [S415] E-mail from Fran Bumann, Oct. 25, 2002, based on Mormon Historical Studies publication, Spring 2002.

Deborah Houghton1

F, #24284, b. 14 January 1845

Family: Ashley Crowl Riggs Sr. b. 14 Sep 1828

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname Project?
Corresponded with author?
BirthJan 14, 1845Nauvoo, Hancock, IL, USA, age 5 in 1850 census1,2
Marriage1
AFN315K-5V

Citations

  1. [S265] J. P. Little Letter, 1997.
  2. [S1226] 1850 U.S. Federal Census , Nauvoo, Hancock Co., IL, p. 94B, line 38, dwl 1887-1890.

Laura Wells Houghton1

F, #24285, b. 3 December 1850, d. 14 December 1924

Family: Thomas H. Harris b. 12 Dec 1848, d. 7 May 1881

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname Project?
Corresponded with author?
BirthDec 3, 1850Nauvoo, Hancock Co., IL, USA, age 30 in 1880 census1
Residence1865School of the Deaf, Faribault, Rice Co., MN, USA, Laura was in Rice
co which I have since gotten some info from the School of the Deaf in
Faribault in Rice Co. to find out that Laura was in school there at the
time.2

Marriage1875St. Paul, MN, USA, md as given1
1880 Census1880Salina Precinct, Sevier Co., UT, USA3,4
DeathDec 14, 1924Salina, UT, USA1
AFN4H7D-1P

Citations

  1. [S265] J. P. Little Letter, 1997.
  2. [S415] E-mail from Kathy Ostvig, May 27, 2004.
  3. [S235] U.S. Census, 1880 Soundex, Salina Precinct, Sevier Co., UT, Reel 3, Vol. 2, E.D. 69, Sh. 32, Ln. 50.
  4. [S1229] 1880 U.S. Federal Census , Salina Precinct, Sevier Co., UT, Roll: T9_1338; Family History Film: 1255338; Page: 488D; Enumeration District: 69; Reel 3, Vol. 2, E.D. 69, Sh. 32, Ln. 50.

Frank Tillabough1

M, #24286, b. 1842

Family: Louisa Houghton b. c 1842, d. b 1907

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname Project?
Corresponded with author?
Birth18422
Marriage1
AFNJT14-89

Citations

  1. [S265] J. P. Little Letter, 1997.
  2. [S415] E-mail to Charles J. Vella from Paul E. Reed, June 1998.

Mary Curtis1,2

F, #24287, b. 13 November 1832, d. 6 October 1900

Family: Ornan Houghton b. 1 Oct 1806

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname Project?
Corresponded with author?
BirthNov 13, 1832Highland, Oakland Co., MI, USA, Fontana: 15 Nov; age 18, MI, in 1850 census3,4,2,5
MarriageJul 11, 1845Nauvoo, Hancock Co., IL, USA4,2
1850 Census1850Davis Co., UT, USA, age 51, carpenter; Stephen and Hannah Markham family5
DeathOct 6, 1900Spanish Fork, Utah Co., UT, USA4,2
BurialOct 7, 1900Spanish Fork, Utah Co., UT, USA4,2
BiographyShe was ill for many years.
ParentsDJeremiah Curtis and Ruth Stratton of Warsaw, Hancock Co., IL in 18 Apr 18404

Citations

  1. [S265] J. P. Little Letter, 1997.
  2. [S415] E-mail from Elaine Houghton Fontana, Apr 4, 2002.
  3. [S415] E-mail from Paul E. Reed, June 1998.
  4. [S415] E-mail from Robert Lee Houghton, Aug. 22, 2000.
  5. [S1226] 1850 U.S. Federal Census , Davis Co., Utah Territory; Roll: M432_919; Page: 17; dwl 214-214.
  6. [S415] E-mail from Robert Lee Houghton, Aug. 22, 2000 (data from a file compiled by Elaine Houghton Fontana).

Louisa Aurelia Curtis1

F, #24288, b. 12 January 1819, d. 21 February 1845

Family: Ornan Houghton b. 1 Oct 1806

  • Marriage*: Louisa Aurelia Curtis married Ornan Houghton, son of James Houghton and Mary Woodbury, on Mar 10, 1834 at Novi, Oakland Co., MI, USA, Houghton, Ormon, Novi, m. Amelia (Aurelia) Curtis, Novi, Mar. 23, 1834 by Rev. J. G. Fosdick. [Rev. Fosdick has a connection to the Mormon Church. See website http://www.boap.org/LDS/Early-Saints/Letters-cowdery.html. ] [Ref: Mrs. E. V. Howlett & L. D Avery, Marriage Records of Oakland County, Michigan 1827-1850, DAR, 1923, p. 105]4,5,6

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname Project?
Corresponded with author?
BirthJan 12, 1819Conatee, Erie, PA, USA, 1900 census of son Francis gives MO, as does his 1910 census2,3
MarriageMar 10, 1834Novi, Oakland Co., MI, USA, Houghton, Ormon, Novi, m. Amelia (Aurelia) Curtis, Novi, Mar. 23, 1834 by Rev. J. G. Fosdick. [Rev. Fosdick has a connection to the Mormon Church. See website http://www.boap.org/LDS/Early-Saints/Letters-cowdery.html. ] [Ref: Mrs. E. V. Howlett & L. D Avery, Marriage Records of Oakland County, Michigan 1827-1850, DAR, 1923, p. 105]4,5,6
DeathFeb 21, 1845Nauvoo, IL, USA, of quick consumption, age 26 y, 1 m, 9 d7,8
BurialOld Nauvoo Burial Ground, Nauvoo, Hancock Co., IL, USA, with Deborah and Daniel Houghton7
ResearchLittle's error
ParentsDJeremiah Curtis and Ruth Stratton of Warsaw, Hancock Co., IL in 18 Apr 18404

Citations

  1. [S265] J. P. Little Letter, 1997.
  2. [S415] E-mail from Paul E. Reed, June 1998.
  3. [S415] E-mail from Elaine Houghton Fontana, Apr 4, 2002.
  4. [S415] E-mail from Robert Lee Houghton, Aug. 22, 2000.
  5. [S415] E-mail from Barbara Young via Marilyn Dickerson, Mar. 3, 2002.
  6. [S415] E-mail from Marilyn Dickerson, Aug 21, 2003.
  7. [S838] James C. Taylor, Nauvoo IL Deaths and Burials, p. 17.
  8. [S415] E-mail from Fran Bumann, Oct. 25, 2002, based on Mormon Historical Studies publication, Spring 2002.
  9. [S415] E-mail from Robert Lee Houghton, Aug. 22, 2000 (data from a file compiled by Elaine Houghton Fontana).

Edgar Stratton Houghton1,2

M, #24289, b. 10 October 1846, d. 20 December 1932

Family: Martha Ann Paquette b. 25 Jan 1850, d. 22 Dec 1932

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname Project?
Corresponded with author?
BirthOct 10, 1846Montrose, Lee Co., IA, USA, age 4, MI, in 1850 census; age 34, MO, in 1880 census; Oct 1846, age 53 in 1900 census; age 63 in 1910 census; age 83, IA, in 1930 census1,2,4
Research
Mil. Serv.between 1865 and 1866Capt. William McKee's Co. B of 2nd Regt of UT Mil Cav5,6
MarriageAug 22, 1866Spanish Fork, Utah Co., UT, USA, age 20 and 17; mar 34 years in 1900 census1,2,7
1900 Census1900Mammoth, Juab Co., UT, USA, age 53, day laborer; 8 children born, 6 living8
1910 Census1910Mammoth, Juab Co., UT, USA, age 63, gold silver mine miner9
PensionInxDec 24, 1925OR, USA, Houghton, Edgar S. alias Edgar Hoton, SA-20930 & SC-13362 filed 24 Dec 1925 in OR, he srv in 1866 in Capt. William McKee's Co. B of 2nd Regt of UT Mil Cav5,6
1930 Census1930Grants Pass, Josephine Co., OR, USA, age 83, none7
DeathDec 20, 1932Portland, Multnomah Co., OR, USA1
BurialDec 23, 1944Portland, Multnomah Co., OR, USA1,10
BiographyEdgar was 10 months old when his father died. He was raised by Francis and Aurelia, his half-syblings. He was about 3 years old when his mother was able to raise enough money to travel to Salt Lake with the Saints. Mary Curtis Houghton married Stephen Markham when they reached Salt Lake on Oct. 5, 1850. Edgar was raised in Spanish Fork, Utah by his mother, Mary Curtis and her second husband Stephen Markham. He was in the sheep business. He and his wife traveled back and forth for many years between Utah and California. He lived in Oregon later in life.1,2
AFN3KOQ-SF
ResearchOnly Little gives this marriage

Citations

  1. [S415] E-mail from Robert Lee Houghton, Aug. 22, 2000.
  2. [S415] E-mail from Elaine Houghton Fontana, Apr 4, 2002.
  3. [S415] E-mail from Robert Lee Houghton, Aug. 22, 2000 (data from a file compiled by Elaine Houghton Fontana).
  4. [S1226] 1850 U.S. Federal Census , Davis Co., Utah Territory; Roll: M432_919; Page: 17; dwl 214-214.
  5. [S1345] Virgil D. White, Pension Index for Indian Wars, p. 395.
  6. [S1515] Unknown name of person, unknown record type, unknown file number.
  7. [S1233] 1930 U.S. Federal Census , Grants Pass, Josephine, Oregon; Roll: 1943; Enumeration District: 8; Sheet: 3B; line 67, dwl 223-75-84.
  8. [S1230] 1900 U.S. Federal Census , Mommoth, Juab Co., Utah; Roll:T623; Enumeration District 100; Sheet: 6B; line 79, dwl 126-129.
  9. [S1231] 1910 U.S. Federal Census , Mammoth, Juab, Utah; Roll: T624_1604; Page: 13B; Enumeration District: 58; line 62, dwl 230-241.
  10. [S415] E-mail from Elaine Houghton Fontana, Dec 17, 2002.
  11. [S415] E-mail from Marilyn Dickerson, Jul. 27, 2001.

Gezelam Houghton1,2

M, #24290, b. circa 1835, d. 1836

Biography

Corresponded with author?
A Contributor to Houghton Surname Project?
Birthcirca 1835Jackson Co., MO, USA4,2
Death18362
AFN4460-D3

Citations

  1. [S265] J. P. Little Letter, 1997.
  2. [S415] E-mail from Elaine Houghton Fontana, Apr 4, 2002.
  3. [S415] E-mail from Robert Lee Houghton, Aug. 22, 2000 (data from a file compiled by Elaine Houghton Fontana).
  4. [S415] E-mail Paul Reed, 1998.

Francis Houghton1,2,3,4

M, #24291, b. 1 December 1837, d. 4 October 1913

Family: Grace Williams b. 8 Nov 1846, d. 21 Aug 1919

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname Project?
Corresponded with author?
BirthDec 1, 1837Jackson Co., MO, USA, age 13, MI, in 1850 census; age 32 in 1910 census; age 31, MO, in 1880 census; Dec. 1837, age 62, MO, in 1900 census; age 72 in 1910 census; R. L. Houghton: MI; 1930 census of Bertha, Oscar, Ray and Anson give MO6,7,1,2,3,4
1850 Census1850Salt Lake Co., UT, USA, age 13, with Calvin Reed, 29, NY, and Mary Reed, 30, PA, and family4
Immigration1855CA, USA, taking the Southern route with a train, being employed caring for mules.1,2
ResidenceLos Angeles until 1856 , Mojave in 1856 , Toulumne 1857, Sacramento CA in 18582
1870 Census1870Stony Creek, Tehama Co., CA, USA, age 32, farmer8,9
MarriageJan 2, 1871Newville, Tehama Co., CA, USA, mar 38 y in 1910 census3,7,2,1
1880 Census1880Paskenta Twp, Tehama Co., CA, USA, and 23 laborers10,11
Office1897CA, USA, State Legislature, Populist ticket, game and agriculture
1900 Census1900Corning, Tehama Co., CA, USA, age 62, farmer6,12
1910 Census1910Corning, Tehama Co., CA, USA, age 72, farming stock farmer; and 4 employees13
DeathOct 4, 1913west of, Corning, Tehama Co., CA, USA7,1,3
ObituaryOct 9, 1913Corning, CA, USA, Corning Observer, Thursday, 9 October 1913:

FRANCIS HOUGHTON IS CALLED TO HIS FATHERS

Passing of One of Tehama County's Early and Great Pioneers

Was a Prominent Figure in the Development of Southern Tehama and in the Political Life of the County

DIED – At his home west of Corning, Saturday, October 4, Francis Houghton, one of the best known and most highly respected citizens of Tehama county.
Very early in the colonization of America two brothers from England crossed the ocean to identify themselves with the unknown resources of an unknown continent. From the elder of the brothers descended Francis Houghton, who resided twelve miles west of Corning, and was one of the large property owners and most successful ranchmen of Tehama county. To an unusual extent the record of his life proves what it is within the power of energetic men to accomplish, even though hampered by obstacles of a discouraging nature. Left an orphan at an early age, the necessity of earning a livelihood developed within his traits of self-reliance and independence, and thus what seemed a great misfortune was not without beneficial results in the building up of a rounded character.
Jackson county, Missouri, is Mr. Houghton's native place, and December 1, 1837, the date of his birth. After his father's death he was taken by the Mormons, who at that time had their temple at Nauvoo. When they were exiled from Illinois and sought refuge in the desert of Utah they took him with them to Salt Lake City in 1850. For some years he was employed on a farm, but in 1855 he sought a home further west, and came to California via the southern route with a train of freighters, being employed in taking care of mules. Stopping at Los Angeles he secured employment as a teamster. In the spring of 1856 he accompanied a surveying party to the sink of Mojave, and in the winter went to the gold mines near Tuolumne. Coming still further toward the north in the spring of 1857, he secured work in driving freight wagons fram [sic] Sacramento to Nevada City and Grass Valley, where supplies were furnished to the mines. During the summer of 1858 he was employed on a dairy near Sacramento, and in the fall of that year came to Tehama county with his employer and worked in the southern part of the county, near Newville.
After having saved up $1000 Mr. Houghton invested his earning in stock, during the fall of 1858, and these he allowed to run on the range, while he continued as a ranch hand. Afterward for four years beginning in 1862, he bought and sold hogs, and it was his custom to drive large herds of these animals from the valley into the mines at Downieville, Sierra county, and vicinity. The work, though difficult and exhausting, proved profitable and laid the foundation of subsequent successes. In 1868 he purchased a large tract six miles east of Newville, on Stony Creek, where he took up stock raising and general farming.
The acquisition of his present ranch dates from 1870, when he purchased a sheep range of 2200 acres twelve miles west of Corning and embarked in the raising of sheep. In 1873 he took W. B. Parker as a partner, and the two men increased their holdings of land and flocks until at the dissolution of partnership in 1879 they had a flock of 24,000 sheep.
The marriage of Mr. Houghton was solemnized in Tehama county near Newville January 2, 1871, and united him with Miss Grace Williams.
Prominent in Masonry, Mr. Houghton belonged to Newville Lodge, No. 205, F. &.A. M; Red Bluff Chapter, No. 40, R. A. M., and Red Bluff Commandery, No. 17, K.T.
Until 1896 he voted with the Republicans, but the silver issue led him to become a Populist, and on that ticket in 1897 he was elected to the State Legislature, where he served as a member of the game and agricultural committees, and in other ways promoted the welfare of his constituents. More recently he had been independent in his political ties, voting for men and measures rather then the party.
In many ways Mr. Houghton proved himself a valuable aid in the development of the land of Tehama county and the acquisition of large personal holdings enhanced his prominence as a ranchman and a citizen.
He leaves a wife and four children, Oscar William, Bertha Alice Shults, Ray Francis and Anson Miller; a sister Mrs. L. A. Thomas of Utah, and eight grandchildren to mourn his loss.
In 1904 Mr. Houghton left the old home place and moved to four and one-half miles west of Corning to what is known as the Richfield creamery, where he has since resided. After an illness of two weeks Francis Houghton died at his old home ranch twelve miles west of Corning.
Funeral services were held at Newville Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock, under the auspices of Newville Lodge, No. 205, F. & A. M., interment being made in Newville cemetery , and in spite of the raw, windy day there were fully three hundred people in the cortege that accompanied the remains to the tomb.
The pall-bearers were: G A. Hoag, H. A. Hunt, E. F. Conway, R. A. Foster, Parker H. Thompson and G. G. Morgan. - Transcribed by E.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Note that Memories, a publication of the Tehama County Genealogical and Historical Society, has an interesting article on Francis written by his grandson Donald Houghton. It appears on page 89 of the 2010 edition.

A page 1507 bio of Frances appears in Professor Guinn's 1906 History of California and Biographical Record of the Sacramento Valley.

The Colusi County Historical Society's publication, Wagon Wheels, published "The Life Story of Francis Houghton" in their spring edition in 1983.14
BurialNewville Cemetery, Newville, Glenn Co., CA, USA
AFN4460-F8
ResearchData given to CA Pioneers by Olive Idelle Markham, 518 Houghton Ave., Corning CA and by Grace Wade of Chico CA1,2
BiographyHe was left an orphan at an early age. He was taken by the Mormons at age 11, when they were exiled from Illinois and went to Utah in 1850. In 1855 they came to California via the southern route with a team of freighters, he serving as a mule caretaker. He drove freight wagons from Sacramento to Nevada City. He established the Corning Irrigation Company in 1886. He was a stockman and raised hogs, and 24,000 sheep. By 1902, he owned 13,000 acres west of Corning, CA. He had hundreds of acres of grain and a large herd of cattle.2

Citations

  1. [S960] Native Daughters of the Golden West, Index to the Roster of California Pioneers, #47, p. 389.
  2. [S960] Native Daughters of the Golden West, Index to the Roster of California Pioneers, #38, p. 431.
  3. [S415] E-mail from Elaine Houghton Fontana, Apr 4, 2002.
  4. [S1226] 1850 U.S. Federal Census , , Great Salt Lake, Utah Territory; Roll: M432_919; Page: 102; line 4, dwl 4-4.
  5. [S415] E-mail from Robert Lee Houghton, Aug. 22, 2000 (data from a file compiled by Elaine Houghton Fontana).
  6. [S235] U.S. Census, 1900 Soundex California, Box 75, Vol. ?, E.D. ?, Sh. 5, Ln. 17.
  7. [S415] E-mail from Robert Lee Houghton, Aug. 22, 2000.
  8. [S235] U.S. Census, 1870 Soundex, Stony Creek, Tehama Co., CA, Box 92, p. 198.
  9. [S1228] 1870 U.S. Federal Census , Stoney Creek, Tehama, California; Roll: M593_92; Page: 198; line 16, dwl 4.
  10. [S235] U.S. Census, 1880 Soundex, Paskenta Twp, Tehama, CA, Reel 13, Vol. 16, ED. 146, Sh. 13, Ln. 1.
  11. [S1229] 1880 U.S. Federal Census , Paskenta Twp, Tehama, CA, Reel 13, Vol. 16, ED. 146, Sh. 13, Ln. 1, dwl 105-111.
  12. [S1230] 1900 U.S. Federal Census , Corning, Tehama Co., California; Roll: T623 ; Enumeration District: 180; Sheet 5A; line 17, 90-90.
  13. [S1231] 1910 U.S. Federal Census , Corning, Tehama, California; Roll: T624_108; Page: 2A; Enumeration District: 124; line 30, dwl 29-30.
  14. [S1485] Findagrave.com, online http://www.findagrave.com, http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi

Grace Williams1

F, #24292, b. 8 November 1846, d. 21 August 1919

Family: Francis Houghton b. 1 Dec 1837, d. 4 Oct 1913

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname Project?
Corresponded with author?
BirthNov 8, 1846St. Louis, St. Louis Co., MO, USA, age 33, MO, in 1880 census; Nov 1846, age 53, MO, in 1900 census; age 63 in 1910 census; Reed: 18372,3,4,5,6
MarriageJan 2, 1871Newville, Tehama Co., CA, USA, mar 38 y in 1910 census6,5,7,8
1880 Census1880Paskenta Twp, Tehama Co., CA, USA, and 23 laborers9,10
1900 Census1900Corning, Tehama Co., CA, USA, age 62, farmer2,11
1910 Census1910Corning, Tehama Co., CA, USA, age 72, farming stock farmer; and 4 employees12
DeathAug 21, 1919Corning, Tehama Co., CA, USA, at home of son Oscar5,6
ObituaryAug 22, 1919Pg. 1, Corning Observer, Monday, 22 August 1919:

PIONEER CORNING WOMAN PASSES TO GREAT BEYOND

Mrs. Grace Houghton, widow of the late Francis Houghton, died this morning at the home of her son, O.W. Houghton, west of this city.
Mrs. Houghton has been ill for some time, and had spent several weeks in the mountains at the Houghton Camp in the hope that her health would be improved.
Deceased was a resident of this section for over thirty years, and had drawn to her a host of warm friends who will deeply regret her passing.
Arrangements have not yet been made for the funeral, but will be announced later.

Corning Observer, Tuesday, 23 August 1919:

FUNERAL OF MRS. HOUGHTON WILL BE HELD TOMORROW

The remains of the late Mrs. Grace Houghton will be laid to rest tomorrow morning at 11 o'clock, in the family plot of the Newville cemetery.
Efforts are being made to get Rev. T. J. Barkle, of Monterey, to conduct the services.
Grace Williams was born in St. Louis, Missouri, November 8, 1846, making her over seventy-two years of age at the time of her death.
She was married to Francis Houghton in Newville on January 2, 1871, and the couple immediately took up their abode on the property where she died, near this city. Here Mr. Houghton passed away on October 4, 1913, and was buried in the Newville Cemetery, and here the children of the family were born.
Those of the family surviving are: Two sisters, Mrs. Mary Flood, of Newville, and Mrs. Alice Laughlin; four children – O. W. Houghton, Mrs. Bertha Shults, R. F. Houghton and A. M. Houghton, all of this city. - Transcribed by E.

BurialNewville Cemetery, Newville, Glenn Co., CA, USA5,6
AFNGJFN-N1
ParentsDThomas Williams, b. Wales, and Alice Robinson, b. England5,6

Citations

  1. [S265] J. P. Little Letter, 1997.
  2. [S235] U.S. Census, 1900 Soundex California, Box 75, Vol. ?, E.D. ?, Sh. 5, Ln. 17.
  3. [S235] U.S. Census, 1880 Soundex, Alameda, Alameda Co., CA, Reel 13, Vol. 1, ED. 30, Sh. 2, Ln. 14.
  4. [S415] E-mail from Paul E. Reed, June 1998.
  5. [S415] E-mail from Robert Lee Houghton, Aug. 22, 2000.
  6. [S415] E-mail from Elaine Houghton Fontana, Apr 4, 2002.
  7. [S960] Native Daughters of the Golden West, Index to the Roster of California Pioneers, #38, p. 431.
  8. [S960] Native Daughters of the Golden West, Index to the Roster of California Pioneers, #47, p. 389.
  9. [S235] U.S. Census, 1880 Soundex, Paskenta Twp, Tehama, CA, Reel 13, Vol. 16, ED. 146, Sh. 13, Ln. 1.
  10. [S1229] 1880 U.S. Federal Census , Paskenta Twp, Tehama, CA, Reel 13, Vol. 16, ED. 146, Sh. 13, Ln. 1, dwl 105-111.
  11. [S1230] 1900 U.S. Federal Census , Corning, Tehama Co., California; Roll: T623 ; Enumeration District: 180; Sheet 5A; line 17, 90-90.
  12. [S1231] 1910 U.S. Federal Census , Corning, Tehama, California; Roll: T624_108; Page: 2A; Enumeration District: 124; line 30, dwl 29-30.
  13. [S654] Electronic Web Site, , Rootsweb.Com, Houghton Surname, California Death Records, 1940-1997, Feb. 4, 2002.

Louisa Aurelia Houghton1,2,3

F, #24293, b. 15 March 1840, d. 2 February 1922

Family: Joseph Madison Thomas b. 24 Sep 1836

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname Project?
Corresponded with author?
BirthMar 15, 1840Nauvoo, Hancock, IL, USA, age 12, IL, in 1850 census1,2,3
Note1847pioneers, Brigham Young company5
MarriageDec 6, 1862Salt Lake City, Salt Lake Co., UT, USA6,5,2
DeathFeb 2, 1922Roosevelt, Duchesne Co., UT, USA, age 816,2
AFN2GZ2-2M
BiographyLouisa Aurelia Houghton Thomas

Louisa Aurelia Houghton (Thomas) was born to Louisa Aurelia Curtis and Ornon Houghton. She lost her mother the latter part of 1848. She witnessed the burning of the Nauvoo Temple while living in Nauvoo. Her dad married Mary Curtis, sister of her mother. Then her father Ornon died in 1847.

The Mary Curtis Houghton family came to Council Bluffs when she was ten years old. The following season they crossed the plains to Utah. They came by ox teams, a distance of 1030 miles and arrived in Salt Lake City, Utah in October 1850. Colonel Stephen Markham was the captain of the company in which she crossed the plains.

She married Joseph Madison Thomas February 13, 1857 in Spanish Fork, Utah, the marriage being performed by Stephen Markham.

They had eleven children: Mrs. Joseph Timothy, Mrs. John Moyes, Edgar Thomas, John Thomas, Norwood Thomas, Mrs. John Cook, Mrs. Hyrum Argyle and Frank Thomas. She endured the hardships of pioneer life with great patience and never complained about the dangerous missions her husband was sent to do. She received a pension for the part he played in the Walker War of 1853.

She was a happy, good natured person and loved to travel. When her children would congregate at her home they'd all meet at the wood pile and have a talk and then each child would be given a gift of cash and provisions by her and her mate.

Louisa sewed well and made all her granddaughters clothes for little cost. She'd look at the rows of dresses and coats her granddaughter had and asked her mother if they could share them with the less unfortunate. She liked to share equally. Pioneer of 1850 Taken By Death (From our Glines Correspondent)

Mrs. Louisa Houghton Thomas died February 2, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. John Moyes, at Roosevelt of old age and general debility.

Mrs. Thomas was born March 15, 1840 at Nauvoo, Illinois and accepted the gospel in her early life. She was a true Latter-Day Saint in every sense, being faithful, kind and generous always believing in the Golden Rule, "Do unto others as you would have them do unto you."

She witnessed the burning of the Nauvoo Temple. When ten years old she came to Utah and in her early girlhood married Madson Thomas. Eleven children were born to them, eight of whom are living: Mrs. Ben Argillo, Frank Thomas, Norwood Thomas, Spanish Fork; Mrs. Joseph Timothy, Mrs. John Moyes, Edgar Thomas, Roosevelt; Mrs. John Cook and George Thomas, Vernal. There are sixty-four grandchildren and a number of great-grandchildren.

Mr. and Mrs. Thomas experienced many trials and hardships during the Black Hawk Indian War troubles. Mr. Thomas was a veteran of the Black Hawk War. He had many friends among the Indians and labored many years as a missionary among the Ute tribes. He preceded his wife in death about eighteen years. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas were residents of the Ashley Valley for about forty years.

The remains of Mrs. Thomas were brought here for burial. Funeral services were held in the Glines Ward Meeting House Sunday, February 5th, at 1 o'clock under the auspices of the Glines Ward Bishopric, Bishop M.M. Batty presiding. Prayer was offered by John Eaton. The speakers were Patriarch Nelson Merkley, Bishop M.M. Batty and first counselor John B. Eaton. All spoke of the beautiful and faithful life of the departed. Hymns were sung by the Relief Society choir and the girls' chorus. Two solos were rendered by Miss Florence Gregory and William Pearce. Nelson Merkley offered the benediction.

A large cortege of friends and relatives followed the remains to its last resting place in the Glines Ward Cemetery. The grave was dedicated by John Hair, Jr.

Vernal Express, February 10, 1922

Step-parents: Mary Curtis & Colonel Stephen Markham

Children not listed below: Francis Houghton Burial: Maeser Fairview Cemetery Vernal Uintah County Utah, USA Plot: L851_S2

Created by: Rhonda Record added: May 21, 2007 Find A Grave Memorial# 194737497

Citations

  1. [S265] J. P. Little Letter, 1997.
  2. [S415] E-mail from Elaine Houghton Fontana, Apr 4, 2002.
  3. [S1226] 1850 U.S. Federal Census , Davis Co., Utah Territory; Roll: M432_919; Page: 17; dwl 214-214.
  4. [S415] E-mail from Robert Lee Houghton, Aug. 22, 2000 (data from a file compiled by Elaine Houghton Fontana).
  5. [S825] Unknown author, UT Pioneers and Prom. Men.
  6. [S415] E-mail from Robert Lee Houghton, Aug. 22, 2000.
  7. [S1485] Findagrave.com, online http://www.findagrave.com, https://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi

Julina Emily Houghton1,2

F, #24294, b. circa 1842, d. 1845

Biography

Corresponded with author?
A Contributor to Houghton Surname Project?
Birthcirca 1842Nauvoo, Hancock, IL, USA1,2
Death1845Nauvoo, Hancock Co., IL, USA4,2
BurialOld Nauvoo Burial Ground, Nauvoo, Hancock Co., IL, USA
AFN4460-GF

Citations

  1. [S265] J. P. Little Letter, 1997.
  2. [S415] E-mail from Elaine Houghton Fontana, Apr 4, 2002.
  3. [S415] E-mail from Robert Lee Houghton, Aug. 22, 2000 (data from a file compiled by Elaine Houghton Fontana).
  4. [S415] E-mail from Robert Lee Houghton, Aug. 22, 2000.

Nancy Delcenia Houghton1

F, #24295, b. 10 March 1845, d. March 1845

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname Project?
Corresponded with author?
BirthMar 10, 1845Nauvoo, Hancock, IL, USA, Fontana: Feb. 18451,3
DeathMar, 1845Nauvoo, IL, USA, 5 days old4,3
BurialOld Nauvoo Burial Ground, Nauvoo, Hancock Co., IL, USA5
AFN4460-HL

Citations

  1. [S265] J. P. Little Letter, 1997.
  2. [S415] E-mail from Robert Lee Houghton, Aug. 22, 2000 (data from a file compiled by Elaine Houghton Fontana).
  3. [S415] E-mail from Elaine Houghton Fontana, Apr 4, 2002.
  4. [S415] E-mail from Robert Lee Houghton, Aug. 22, 2000.
  5. [S415] E-mail from Fran Bumann, Oct. 25, 2002, based on Mormon Historical Studies publication, Nauvoo Journal, Fal 1993, p. 24.

Lucinda Jane (?)1,2

F, #24296, b. 1826

Family: Orrin Houghton b. c 1826, d. c 1874

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname Project?
Corresponded with author?
Birth1826Herkimer Co., NY, USA, age 24 in 1850 census; age 34 in 1860 census; age 44 in 1870 census3,4
Marriage4
1860 Census1860Eagle, Wyoming Co., NY, USA, age 36, a sawyer, property $2000-5003
PensionInxMar 2, 1874as a widow
AFNCFLK-GV

Citations

  1. [S265] J. P. Little Letter, 1997.
  2. [S235] U.S. Census, 1850 US Census, Eagle, Wyoming Co., NY, Box 617, p. 328, line 4, dwl 32.
  3. [S1227] 1860 U.S. Federal Census , Eagle, Wyoming, New York; p. 26, line 7, dwl 212-212.
  4. [S1226] 1850 U.S. Federal Census , Eagle, Wyoming, New York; Roll: M432_617; Page: 328; line 4, dwl 32-33.
  5. [S1228] 1870 U.S. Federal Census , Eagle, Wyoming, New York; Roll: M593_1119; Page: 138B; Image: 280; Family History Library Film: 552618; line 36, dwl 112.

William Houghton1

M, #24297, b. 1849

Biography

Corresponded with author?
A Contributor to Houghton Surname Project?
Birth1849Wyoming, NY, USA, age 11/12 in 1850 census; age 11 in 1860 census; age 20 in 1870 census; age 30 in 1880 census; age 71 in 1920 census1
Occupation1870farm laborer
1880 Census1880Eagle, Wyoming Co., NY, USA, age 30, a house painter, with sister2
1920 Census1920Eagle, Wyoming Co., NY, USA, age 71, none, boarder, single3
AFNTSFC-PO

Citations

  1. [S1226] 1850 U.S. Federal Census , Eagle, Wyoming, New York; Roll: M432_617; Page: 328; line 4, dwl 32-33.
  2. [S1229] 1880 U.S. Federal Census , Eagle, Wyoming, New York; Roll: T9_948; Family History Film: 1254948; Page: 129B; Enumeration District: 202; sheet 22, line 25, dwl 237-238.
  3. [S1232] 1920 U.S. Federal Census , Eagle, Bliss, Wyoming, New York; Roll: T625_1274; Page: 7B; Enumeration District: 200; line 81, dwl 159.

Alice Houghton1

F, #24298, b. between 1851 and 1853

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname Project?
Corresponded with author?
Birthbetween 1851 and 1853Wyoming Co., NY, USA, age 9 in 1860 census; age 17 in 1870 census2
AFNTSFC-Q5

Citations

  1. [S1228] 1870 U.S. Federal Census , Eagle, Wyoming, New York; Roll: M593_1119; Page: 138B; Image: 280; Family History Library Film: 552618; line 36, dwl 112.
  2. [S265] J. P. Little Letter, 1997.

Harriet Houghton1

F, #24299, b. 1859

Biography

Corresponded with author?
A Contributor to Houghton Surname Project?
Birth1859Wyoming, NY, USA, age 1 in 1860 census; age 10 in 1870 census2
1880 Census1880Pike, Wyoming Co., NY, USA, age 21 , a servant for Morrell Quackenbush3
AFNTSFC-RB

Citations

  1. [S265] J. P. Little Letter, 1997.
  2. [S1227] 1860 U.S. Federal Census , Eagle, Wyoming, New York; p. 26, line 7, dwl 212-212.
  3. [S1229] 1880 U.S. Federal Census , Pike, Wyoming, New York; Roll: T9_948; Family History Film: 1254948; Page: 241A; Enumeration District: 209; sheet 1, line 49, dwl 13-13.

Henrietta Houghton1

F, #24300, b. circa 1857

Family: Frank B. Hurlburt b. 15 Jun 1851

Biography

Corresponded with author?
A Contributor to Houghton Surname Project?
Birthcirca 1857Wyoming, NY, USA, age 3 in 1860 census; age 13 in 1870 census; age 24 in 1880 census2
1880 Census1880Eagle, Wyoming Co., NY, USA, age 30, a house painter, with sister3
MarriageEagle Twp, NY, USA1,4
AFN3WRN-8G

Citations

  1. [S265] J. P. Little Letter, 1997.
  2. [S1227] 1860 U.S. Federal Census , Eagle, Wyoming, New York; p. 26, line 7, dwl 212-212.
  3. [S1229] 1880 U.S. Federal Census , Eagle, Wyoming, New York; Roll: T9_948; Family History Film: 1254948; Page: 129B; Enumeration District: 202; sheet 22, line 25, dwl 237-238.
  4. [S415] E-mail from Kirk Hurlburt, June 4, 2000.