Martha Ann Houghton1

F, #39991, b. circa 1842

Family: Jackarias Smith

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Birthcirca 1842NY, USA, age 8 in 1850 census; age 13 in 1855 census; age 17 in 1860 census1
Marriage2
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Citations

  1. [S1226] 1850 U.S. Federal Census , Maryland, Otsego, New York; Roll: M432_579; Page: 159; line 30, dwl 380-394.
  2. [S415] E-mail from 1941 notes of William McKinley Houghton sent by Rebecca Stacknow, Jan. 2, 2000.
  3. [S415] E-mail from Rebecca Stacknow, Dec. 29, 1999, citing document of W. M. Houghton, dated 1941.

Stephen C. Houghton1,2,3

M, #39992, b. March 1845, d. 1920

Family: Amelia Carle b. Dec 1848

  • Marriage*: Stephen C. Houghton married Amelia Carle on circa 1866 mar 34 years in 1900 census; mar 43 y in 1910 census.1

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BirthMar, 1845NY, USA, age 5 in 1850 census; age 10 in 1855 census; age 15 in 1860 census; age 35 in 1880 census; age 55 in 1900 census; age 65 in 1910 census4,5,2
ResearchSep 5, 1864NY, USA
Mil. Enlsbetween Sep 5, 1864 and Jun 28, 1865Schenectady, NY, USA, in the Union Army, Comp. B, 75th NY Infantry (also Comp F, 26th NY Cavalry), a private, age 20; length 9 m 21 d6,7,8
Marriagecirca 1866mar 34 years in 1900 census; mar 43 y in 1910 census1
1880 Census1880Glen, Montgomery Co., NY, USA, age 35, a carpenter4,9
1890 Veterans Census1890Charleston, Montgomery Co., NY, USA3
PensionInxAug 13, 1890VT, USA
1900 Census1900Charleston, Montgomery Co., NY, USA, age 55, farmer5
1910 Census1910Charleston, Montgomery Co., NY, USA, age 65, farmer10
1920 Census1920Glen, Montgomery Co., NY, USA, age 74, farm laborer11
Death1920
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Citations

  1. [S415] E-mail from 1941 notes of William McKinley Houghton sent by Rebecca Stacknow, Jan. 2, 2000.
  2. [S1226] 1850 U.S. Federal Census , Maryland, Otsego, New York; Roll: M432_579; Page: 159; line 30, dwl 380-394.
  3. [S882] Ancestry.Com, online www.ancestry.com, Charleston, Montgomery, New York; Roll: 51; Page: 1; Enumeration District: 71.
  4. [S235] U.S. Census, 1880 Soundex, Glen, Montgomery Co., NY, Reel 72, Vol. 45, ED. 53, Sh. 10, Ln. 12.
  5. [S1230] 1900 U.S. Federal Census , Charleston, Montgomery Co., New York; Roll: T623 1078; Enumeration District: 89; Sheet 2A; line 44, dwl 31-31.
  6. [S654] Electronic Web Site, , CivilWarData.Com, Civil War Research and Genealogy Database, Nov. 2001.
  7. [S882] Ancestry.Com, online www.ancestry.com, Civil War Service Records, Oct. 1, 2001.
  8. [S882] Ancestry.Com, online www.ancestry.com, American Civil War Soldiers database, Oct. 1, 2001.
  9. [S1229] 1880 U.S. Federal Census , Glen, Montgomery Co., NY, Roll: T9_865; Family History Film: 1254865; Page: 247B; Reel 72, Vol. 45, ED. 53, Sh. 10, Ln. 12, dwl 114-108.
  10. [S1231] 1910 U.S. Federal Census , Charleston, Montgomery, New York; Roll: T624_994; Page: 5A; Enumeration District: 75;
    line 1, dwl 92-93.
  11. [S1232] 1920 U.S. Federal Census , Glen, Montgomery, New York; Roll: T625_1126; Page: 4A; Enumeration District: 91; line 44, dwl 39-42.
  12. [S415] E-mail from Rebecca Stacknow, Dec. 29, 1999, citing document of W. M. Houghton, dated 1941.

Arthur F. Houghton1,2

M, #39993, b. 10 September 1847, d. 31 March 1931

Family: Louisa Dingman b. Apr 1849, d. c Jun 1924

  • Marriage*: Arthur F. Houghton married Louisa Dingman on Jul, 1870 mar 30 years in 1900 census.1,3

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BirthSep 10, 1847Albany Co., NY, USA, age 2 in 1850 census; age 7 in 1855 census; age 12 in 1860 census; age 22 in 1870 census; age 32 in 1880 census; age 52 in 1900 census; age 61 in 1910 census; age 71 in 1920 census2
MarriageJul, 1870mar 30 years in 1900 census1,3
1870 Census1870Glen, Montgomery Co., NY, USA, age 22, farm laborer3
1880 Census1880Glen, Montgomery Co., NY, USA, age 32, a carpenter4
1900 Census1900Glen, Montgomery Co., NY, USA, age 52, a carpenter; 2 children born, 1 living5
1910 Census1910Glen, Montgomery Co., NY, USA, age 62, Fla. construction laborer6
DeathMar 31, 1931Glen, Montgomery Co., NY, USA
ObituaryApr 1, 1931obit "Amsterdam Evening Recorder", April 1, 1931

FULTONVILLE--Arthur F. Houghton died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Howard D. Young in Glen, yesterday afternoon, after an illness of several months of arteriosclerosis, 84 years of age. Mr. Houghton was a well-known resident of the village. Ho was a carpenter by trade, and for a long time was in the employ of the Glen Telephone company. Of late years he had lived in retirement. Born in Albany county, Sept 1, 1847 a son of James M. and Elsie Patton Houghton, He married Miss Louisa Dingman, who died seven years ago in June of last year. The funeral will be held Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock at his home. Burial will be in Maple Avenue cemetery in Fultonville.
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BurialMaple Avenue Cemetery, Fultonville, Montgomery Co., NY, USA
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Citations

  1. [S415] E-mail from 1941 notes of William McKinley Houghton sent by Rebecca Stacknow, Jan. 2, 2000.
  2. [S1226] 1850 U.S. Federal Census , Maryland, Otsego, New York; Roll: M432_579; Page: 159; line 30, dwl 380-394.
  3. [S1228] 1870 U.S. Federal Census , Glen, Montgomery, New York; Roll: M593_974; Page: 248B; Image: 503; Family History Library Film: 552473; line 30, dwl 538-543.
  4. [S1229] 1880 U.S. Federal Census , Glen, Montgomery, New York; Roll: T9_865; Family History Film: 1254865; Page: 255B; Enumeration District: 53; sheet 26, line 250-267.
  5. [S1230] 1900 U.S. Federal Census , Glen, Montgomery Co., New York; Roll: T623 1037; Enumeration District: 29, Sheet 2A, line 69, dwl 301-312.
  6. [S1231] 1910 U.S. Federal Census , Glen, Montgomery, New York; Roll: T624_994; Page: 7A; Enumeration District: 79; line 42, dwl 118-120.
  7. [S415] E-mail from Rebecca Stacknow, Dec. 29, 1999, citing document of W. M. Houghton, dated 1941.

William W. Houghton1

M, #39994, b. 1836

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Birth1836NY, USA, age 14 in 1850 census1
1850 Census1850Maryland, Otsego, NY, USA, age 14, living with Charles Chase, age 61, VT and Elisa Chase, 19, NY2,3
AssociationJun, 1866Schenevus, NY, USA, a W. W. Houghton, was a charter member of the Schenevus Valley Lodge, #592, F. and A. M.4
DuplicateNY, USA
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Citations

  1. [S235] U.S. Census, 1850 Otsego Co., NY, line 319, p. 155.
  2. [S235] U.S. Census, 1850 US Census, Maryland, Otsego Co., NY, dwl 319, p. 155.
  3. [S1226] 1850 U.S. Federal Census , Maryland, Otsego, New York; Roll: M432_579; Page: 155A; line 18, dwl 319.
  4. [S255] Duane Hamilton Hurd, Otsego Co., NY Hx, p. 181.

Dr. Eliphalet Ellery Houghton M.D.1,2

M, #39995, b. 25 June 1831, d. 1904

Family: Maria Badeau b. 31 Aug 1828, d. 4 Nov 1900

  • Marriage*: Dr. Eliphalet Ellery Houghton M.D. married Maria Badeau on circa 1855 mar 45 years in 1900 census.1,8

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BirthJun 25, 1831NY, USA, age 18 in 1850 census; age 28 in 1860 census; age 38 in 1870 census; age 48 in 1880 census; Jun 1831, age 68 in 1900 census4,1,2
EducationMiddlefield, NY, USA, locally, later Cherry Valley Academy. Age age 18 entered office of his uncle, Dr. Metcalf, at Middlefield to study medicine.2
Research18501850 Middlefield, NY census lists Eliphalet, age 18, with Asel and Anna Metcalf, but it is crossed out with "mistake counted in Middlefield"5
1850 Census1850Middlefield, NY, USA, age 18; Maryland NY census gives this6
Graduation1853Castleton Medical College, Castleton, Rutland Co., VT, USA, then opened an office in Maryland and after one year moved to Schenevus.2
1855 Census1855Maryland, Otsego Co., NY, USA, age 24, boarder, physician7
Marriagecirca 1855mar 45 years in 1900 census1,8
Occupation1860a physician9
1860 Census1860Maryland, Otsego Co., NY, USA, age 28, a physician, property $500-30010
1870 Census1870Schenevus Village, Otsego Co., NY, USA, age 38, a physician, property $7500-1000; and Sarah Smallin, 2011
1880 Census1880Maryland, Otsego Co., NY, USA, age 48, physician12,13
1900 Census1900Maryland, Otsego Co., NY, USA, age 68, a physician14
Death1904on the Houghton homestead at the foot of Manaho Gorge, near Messhassie Lake (then Houghton Lake)2,15
BurialSchenevus Cemetery, Schenevus, NY, USA, Section 515
ObituaryDec 9, 1904"The death of Dr. E.E. Houghton, a well known physician occurred at his home at 6:15 o'clock Friday evening. He was 73 years old. Dr. Houghton was born near this village and has been a practicing physician here for about 50 years. He was well known and had the respect and confidence of the entire community. He is survived by one brother, W.Y. Houghton of Seattle, Wash., three daughters; Mrs. Deloss Follett and Miss Elizabeth Houghton both of Schenevus and Mrs. J. M Robb of Amsterdam. The funeral was held at the M.E. church Tuesday at 2 o'clock. Interment in Schenevus cemetery. A fellow physician in Schenevus says that Dr. Houghton was a skillful physician, an intelligent citizen, an honorable man and with all a Christian gentleman. His death is lamented by all." [The Otsego Farmer (Cooperstown, NY), Dec. 9, 1904; obituary provided by Find A Grave Member #47755404]
ParentsDparents born in CT
ResearchOtsego Co. NY Hx gives E.E.'s grandfather as his father16
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Citations

  1. [S235] U.S. Census, 1860 US Census, Maryland, Otsego Co., NY, Box 841, p. 438.
  2. [S36] Letter, Houghton History facts compiled by Schoharie Co. Office of the Aging (sent by Rebecca Stacknow, 11/13/1999).
  3. [S415] E-mail DAR Geneal. Records, copied by Mrs. Ida Flint Shafer, sent by Rebecca Stacknow 11/1999.
  4. [S235] U.S. Census, 1850 US Census, Maryland, Otsego Co., NY, Box 579, p. 145.
  5. [S1226] 1850 U.S. Federal Census , Middlefield, Otsego, New York; Roll: M432_579; Page: 112; line 34.
  6. [S1226] 1850 U.S. Federal Census , Maryland, Otsego, New York; Roll: M432_579; Page: 145B; line 25, dwl 170-176.
  7. [S1516] 1855 State Census , New York, State Census, 1855 [database on-line]. Provo, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., 2013.
  8. [S415] E-mail from Rebecca Stocknow, Aug. 27, 1999.
  9. [S235] U.S. Census, 1860 Maryland, Otsego Co., NY, Box 841, p.438 (house 130-130).
  10. [S1227] 1860 U.S. Federal Census , Maryland, Otsego, New York; Roll: M653_841; Page: 438, line 33, dwl 130-130.
  11. [S1228] 1870 U.S. Federal Census , Schenevus Village, Otsego Co., NY, Roll 1075, p. 187B, line 7, dwl 54-72.
  12. [S235] U.S. Census, 1880 Soundex, Maryland, Otsego Co., NY, Reel 72, Vol. 80, ED. 102, Sh. 41, Ln. 30.
  13. [S1229] 1880 U.S. Federal Census , Maryland, Otsego, New York; Roll: 916; Family History Film: 1254916; Page: 174A; Enumeration District: 102; Image: 0002; line 30, dwl 464-495.
  14. [S1230] 1900 U.S. Federal Census , Maryland, Otsego Co., New York; Roll: T623 ; Enumeration District: 119; Sheet 3A; line 11, dwl 56-61.
  15. [S415] E-mail Schenevus Cemetery Records, from Rebecca Stocknow, Nov. 13, 1999.
  16. [S255] Duane Hamilton Hurd, Otsego Co., NY Hx, p. 175.

Maria Badeau1

F, #39996, b. 31 August 1828, d. 4 November 1900

Family: Dr. Eliphalet Ellery Houghton M.D. b. 25 Jun 1831, d. 1904

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BirthAug 31, 1828Westford, Otsego Co., NY, USA, age 30 in 1860 census; age 41 in 1870 census; age 51 in 1880 census; Aug 1828, age 71 in 1900 census2,3,4,5
Marriagecirca 1855mar 45 years in 1900 census4,1
1860 Census1860Maryland, Otsego Co., NY, USA, age 28, a physician, property $500-3006
1870 Census1870Schenevus Village, Otsego Co., NY, USA, age 38, a physician, property $7500-1000; and Sarah Smallin, 207
1880 Census1880Maryland, Otsego Co., NY, USA, age 48, physician3,8
1900 Census1900Maryland, Otsego Co., NY, USA, age 68, a physician5
Children+19005 children born, 3 living
DeathNov 4, 1900Scheneveus, Otsego Co., NY, USA2
BurialSchenevus Cemetery, Schenevus, MA, USA, section 52,9
ParentsD4th child of Amzy and Ann Badeau of Badeau Hill2
Obituary"Mrs. Maria Houghton, wife of Dr. E.E. Houghton, died at her home in Schenevus Wednesday, Nov. 14, aged 72 years, 1 month and 15 days. Mrs. Houghton was born in the town of Westford and lived there until her marriage with Dr. E.E. Houghton in 1855, at which time they located in Schenevus. She was a woman of sterling worth, a member of the Baptist Church, and her kindly greetings will be long missed by all. Besides her husband she leaves to mourn three daughters, Mrs. Delos Follett, and Miss Elizabeth Houghton of this village and Miss Ella Houghton who is teaching in one of the schools in Lansingburg. She is also survived by three brothers and three sisters; Jas. Badeau, Sidney; Mrs. Gitty Jewell of Elk Creek; Mrs. Wm. Skinner of Westford and Mrs. Elizabeth Disbrow, W.H. and Gibson Badeau of Schenevus." [The Otsego Farmer (Cooperstown, NY), Nov. 23, 1900, page 5; obituary provided by Find A Grave Member #47018011]
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Citations

  1. [S415] E-mail from Rebecca Stocknow, Aug. 27, 1999.
  2. [S36] Letter, Houghton History facts compiled by Schoharie Co. Office of the Aging (sent by Rebecca Stacknow, 11/13/1999).
  3. [S235] U.S. Census, 1880 Soundex, Maryland, Otsego Co., NY, Reel 72, Vol. 80, ED. 102, Sh. 41, Ln. 30.
  4. [S235] U.S. Census, 1860 US Census, Maryland, Otsego Co., NY, Box 841, p. 438.
  5. [S1230] 1900 U.S. Federal Census , Maryland, Otsego Co., New York; Roll: T623 ; Enumeration District: 119; Sheet 3A; line 11, dwl 56-61.
  6. [S1227] 1860 U.S. Federal Census , Maryland, Otsego, New York; Roll: M653_841; Page: 438, line 33, dwl 130-130.
  7. [S1228] 1870 U.S. Federal Census , Schenevus Village, Otsego Co., NY, Roll 1075, p. 187B, line 7, dwl 54-72.
  8. [S1229] 1880 U.S. Federal Census , Maryland, Otsego, New York; Roll: 916; Family History Film: 1254916; Page: 174A; Enumeration District: 102; Image: 0002; line 30, dwl 464-495.
  9. [S415] E-mail Schenevus Cemetery Records, from Rebecca Stocknow, Nov. 13, 1999.
  10. [S235] U.S. Census, 1860 Maryland, Otsego Co., NY, Box 841, p.438 (house 130-130).

Charlotte Ann Houghton1,2

F, #39997, b. 15 September 1859, d. 1911

Family: Deloss Follett b. Oct 1851, d. 1929

  • Marriage*: Charlotte Ann Houghton married Deloss Follett on Nov 3, 1880.2

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BirthSep 15, 1859NY, USA, 9 months old in 1860 census; age 10 in 1870 census; age 20 in 1880 census1,4
Occupationa millener
MarriageNov 3, 18802
Death1911Oneonta, Otsego Co., NY, USA2
BurialSchenevus Cemetery, Schenevus, NY, USA2
Obituary"ELK CREEK - Word reached this place Tuesday morning of the death, at Oneonta of Mrs. Deloss Follett. The community was saddened at the news. Until about two years ago she was a resident of Schenevus and in business with her husband at that place for many years. Many will sincerely mourn her death." [The Otsego Farmer & Republican (Cooperstown, NY)]
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Citations

  1. [S235] U.S. Census, 1860 US Census, Maryland, Otsego Co., NY, Box 841, p. 438.
  2. [S36] Letter, Houghton History facts compiled by Schoharie Co. Office of the Aging (sent by Rebecca Stacknow, 11/13/1999).
  3. [S235] U.S. Census, 1860 Maryland, Otsego Co., NY, Box 841, p.438 (house 130-130).
  4. [S235] U.S. Census, 1880 Soundex, Maryland, Otsego Co., NY, Reel 72, Vol. 80, ED. 102, Sh. 41, Ln. 30.

Elizabeth Flint1

F, #39998, b. 25 May 1774, d. 18 September 1868

Family: Daniel Houghton b. 1779, d. 5 Jan 1865

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BirthMay 25, 1774NY, USA, age 76 in 1850 census; age 81 in 1855 census; age 85 in 1860 census; Michael Houghton: 17692,3,4
Biographybefore 1800She was the widow of John Seward of Maryland and mother of Porter, John, and John E. Seward.1
Marriageh/25
1850 Census1850Maryland, Otsego, NY, USA, age 70, a farmer, property $20004
1855 Census1855Maryland, Otsego Co., NY, USA, age 75, farmer6
1860 Census1860Maryland, Otsego, NY, USA, Daniel, age 80, MA, farmer, property $2500-1000; Betsey, 85, MA7
DeathSep 18, 1868age 958,9
BurialSchenevus Cemetery, Schenevus, NY, USA, section 28,9
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Citations

  1. [S36] Letter, Transcript of William Flint letter, from Rebecca Stacknow, Sep. 27, 1999.
  2. [S415] E-mail Michael Houghton's notes, from Rebecca Stacknow, Nov. 13, 1999.
  3. [S415] E-mail from Rebecca Stacknow, Dec. 12, 1999.
  4. [S1226] 1850 U.S. Federal Census , Maryland, Otsego, New York; Roll: M432_579; Page: 145; line 5, Dwl 166-172.
  5. [S235] U.S. Census, 1860 US Census, Maryland, Otsego Co., NY, Box 841, p. 463.
  6. [S1516] 1855 State Census , New York, State Census, 1855 [database on-line]. Provo, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., 2013.
  7. [S1227] 1860 U.S. Federal Census , Maryland, Otsego, New York; Roll: M653_841; Page: 463, sheet 41, line 7, dwl 325.
  8. [S415] E-mail DAR Geneal. Records, copied by Mrs. Ida Flint Shafer, sent by Rebecca Stacknow 11/1999.
  9. [S415] E-mail Schenevus Cemetery Records, from Rebecca Stocknow, Nov. 13, 1999.
  10. [S415] E-mail from Rebecca Stocknow, Aug. 27, 1999.
  11. [S235] U.S. Census, 1860 Maryland, Otsego Co., NY, Box 841, p.463 (house 328-341).
  12. [S235] U.S. Census, 1860 Maryland, Otsego Co., NY, Box 841, p.463 (house 325-328).

Caroline Houghton1,2

F, #39999, b. 1816

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Birth1816Otsego Co., NY, USA, age 33 in 1850 census; age 39 in 1855 census; age 44 in 1860 census3,2
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Citations

  1. [S235] U.S. Census, 1860 Maryland, Otsego Co., NY, Box 841, p.463 (house 325-328).
  2. [S1226] 1850 U.S. Federal Census , Maryland, Otsego, New York; Roll: M432_579; Page: 145; line 5, Dwl 166-172.
  3. [S235] U.S. Census, 1860 US Census, Maryland, Otsego Co., NY, Box 841, p.463 (house 325-328).

Arvilla Houghton1

F, #40000, b. circa 1846

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Birthcirca 1846NY, USA, age 4 in 1850 census; age 10 in 1855 census; age 14 in 1860 census3
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Citations

  1. [S235] U.S. Census, 1860 US Census, Maryland, Otsego Co., NY, Box 841, p. 463.
  2. [S235] U.S. Census, 1860 Maryland, Otsego Co., NY, Box 841, p.463 (house 325-328).
  3. [S235] U.S. Census, 1850 US Census, Maryland, Otsego Co., NY, Box 579, p. 145.

Daniel D. Houghton1

M, #40001, b. circa 1810, d. 1 July 1895

Family: Bethiah Peck Metcalf b. 17 Jul 1802, d. 18 Feb 1888

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Birthcirca 1810Marland, Otsego Co., NY, USA, 1801 on GS; age 40 in 1850 census; age 45 in 1855 census; age 50 in 1860 census; age 60 in 1870 census; age 70 in 1880 census; William Flint: 1810; Cem Records: Oct 18083,2,4
Marriage2
1830 Census1830Maryland, Otsego Co., NY, USA, 3 Total: 1 male 15 to 20 (1811-1815), 1 male 20 to 30 (1801-1810)// 1 female 20 to 30 (1801-1810)5
1840 Census1840Maryland, Otsego Co., NY, USA, 4 Total: 1 male 5 to 10 (1830-1835), 1 male 20 to 30 (1810-1819) // 1 female 5 to 10 (1830-1835), 1 female 30 to 40 (1800-1809)6,7
1850 Census1850Maryland, Otsego, NY, USA, age 40, a cooper, property $1200, 3 houses from parents8,9,10
Censusbetween 1850 and 1860Maryland, Otsego, NY, USA, Living 3 houses from Daniel and Betsy Houghton.2,11
1855 Census1855Maryland, Otsego Co., NY, USA, age 41, farmer; 2 houses from parents12
Occupation1860Maryland, Otsego, NY, USA, a cooper2
1860 Census1860Maryland, Otsego Co., NY, USA, Daniel D., age 50, cooper, property $1000-300; Bethiah, 56; 2 house from parents13
ResidenceChaseville, Otsego Co., NY, USA14
1870 Census1870Maryland, Otsego Co., NY, USA, age 60, a cooper, property $1500-15015
DeathJul 1, 1895Otsego Co., NY, USA4
BurialSchenevus Cemetery, Schenevus, Otsego, NY, USA, section 316
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Citations

  1. [S235] U.S. Census, 1860 US Census, Maryland, Otsego Co., NY, Box 841, p. 463.
  2. [S235] U.S. Census, 1860 Maryland, Otsego Co., NY, Box 841, p.463 (house 328-341).
  3. [S36] Letter, Transcript of William Flint letter, from Rebecca Stacknow, Sep. 27, 1999.
  4. [S415] E-mail Schenevus Cemetery Records, from Rebecca Stocknow, Nov. 13, 1999.
  5. [S1224] 1830 U.S. Federal Census , Maryland, Otsego, New York; Roll: 102; Page: 126.
  6. [S1225] 1840 U.S. Federal Census , Maryland, Otsego, New York; Roll: 329; Page: 263.
  7. [S1225] 1840 U.S. Federal Census , Maryland, Otsego, New York; Roll: 329; Page: 275.
  8. [S235] U.S. Census, 1850 US Census, Maryland, Otsego Co., NY, Box 579, p. 145, line 25, dwl 170.
  9. [S1226] 1850 U.S. Federal Census , Maryland, Otsego, New York; Roll: M432_579; Page: 145B; line 5, dwl 166-172.
  10. [S1226] 1850 U.S. Federal Census , Maryland, Otsego, New York; Roll: M432_579; Page: 145B; line 25, dwl 170-176.
  11. [S235] U.S. Census, 1850 US Census, Maryland, Otsego Co., NY, Box 579, p. 145.
  12. [S1516] 1855 State Census , New York, State Census, 1855 [database on-line]. Provo, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., 2013.
  13. [S1227] 1860 U.S. Federal Census , Maryland, Otsego, New York; Roll: M653_841; Page: 463, Sheet 41, line 16, dwl 328-341.
  14. [S255] Duane Hamilton Hurd, Otsego Co., NY Hx, p. 175.
  15. [S1228] 1870 U.S. Federal Census , Maryland, Otsego Co., NY, Roll 1075, p. 195B, line 18, dwl 185-214.
  16. [S415] E-mail from Rebecca Stacknow, Sept. 10, 1999.
  17. [S415] E-mail DAR Geneal. Records, copied by Mrs. Ida Flint Shafer, sent by Rebecca Stacknow 11/1999.
  18. [S36] Letter, Houghton History facts compiled by Schoharie Co. Office of the Aging (sent by Rebecca Stacknow, 11/13/1999).

Bethiah Peck Metcalf1,2

F, #40002, b. 17 July 1802, d. 18 February 1888

Family: Daniel D. Houghton b. c 1810, d. 1 Jul 1895

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BirthJul 17, 1802CT, USA, age 45 in 1850 census; age 51 in 1855 census; age 56 in 1860 census; age 67in 1870 census; age 76 in 1880 census; Stacknow: Jul 17, 1832 by gs1,3
1850 Census1850Maryland, Otsego, NY, USA, age 40, a cooper, property $1200, 3 houses from parents4,5,6
1855 Census1855Maryland, Otsego Co., NY, USA, age 41, farmer; 2 houses from parents7
1860 Census1860Maryland, Otsego Co., NY, USA, Daniel D., age 50, cooper, property $1000-300; Bethiah, 56; 2 house from parents8
1870 Census1870Maryland, Otsego Co., NY, USA, age 60, a cooper, property $1500-1509
DeathFeb 18, 1888Cem Records: 18 Feb 18683
BurialSchenevus Cemetery, Schenevus, Otsego, NY, USA, section 33
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Citations

  1. [S235] U.S. Census, 1860 Maryland, Otsego Co., NY, Box 841, p.463 (house 328-341).
  2. [S36] Letter, Houghton History facts compiled by Schoharie Co. Office of the Aging (sent by Rebecca Stacknow, 11/13/1999).
  3. [S415] E-mail Schenevus Cemetery Records, from Rebecca Stocknow, Nov. 13, 1999.
  4. [S235] U.S. Census, 1850 US Census, Maryland, Otsego Co., NY, Box 579, p. 145, line 25, dwl 170.
  5. [S1226] 1850 U.S. Federal Census , Maryland, Otsego, New York; Roll: M432_579; Page: 145B; line 5, dwl 166-172.
  6. [S1226] 1850 U.S. Federal Census , Maryland, Otsego, New York; Roll: M432_579; Page: 145B; line 25, dwl 170-176.
  7. [S1516] 1855 State Census , New York, State Census, 1855 [database on-line]. Provo, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., 2013.
  8. [S1227] 1860 U.S. Federal Census , Maryland, Otsego, New York; Roll: M653_841; Page: 463, Sheet 41, line 16, dwl 328-341.
  9. [S1228] 1870 U.S. Federal Census , Maryland, Otsego Co., NY, Roll 1075, p. 195B, line 18, dwl 185-214.
  10. [S235] U.S. Census, 1850 US Census, Maryland, Otsego Co., NY, Box 579, p. 145.
  11. [S235] U.S. Census, 1860 US Census, Maryland, Otsego Co., NY, Box 841, p. 463.

Mary L. Houghton1,2

F, #40003, b. 1842

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Birth1842Otsego Co., NY, USA, age 8 in 1850 census; age 13 in 1855 census; age 18 in 1860 census1
Occupation1860Maryland, NY, USA, a teacher1
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Citations

  1. [S235] U.S. Census, 1860 US Census, Maryland, Otsego Co., NY, Box 841, p. 463.
  2. [S1226] 1850 U.S. Federal Census , Maryland, Otsego, New York; Roll: M432_579; Page: 145B; line 25, dwl 170-176.

James Houghton1

M, #40004

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Residence1830Maryland, Otsego, NY, USA1
1830 Census1830Maryland, Otsego, NY, USA, 10 total; Males: one 5-10, two 10-15, one 15-20, one 40-50,one 70-80; females: one 10-15, one 30-40, one 40-50, one 80-901
RelativeMaryland, Otsego, NY, USA, Lived near each other1
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Citations

  1. [S235] U.S. Census, 1830 Maryland, Otsego Co., NY, Box 102, p. 128.

Timothy N. Houghton1

M, #40005, b. 1797

Family: Betsey (?) b. 1798

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Birth1797NH, USA, age 53 in 1850 census1
Marriage1
1850 Census1850Lyndon, Caledonia Co., VT, USA, age 53, a farmer1
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Citations

  1. [S1226] 1850 U.S. Federal Census , Lyndon, Caledonia, Vermont; Roll: M432_922; Page: 176; line 22, dwl 259-278.

Betsey (?)1

F, #40006, b. 1798

Family: Timothy N. Houghton b. 1797

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Birth1798VT, USA, age 52 in 1850 census1
Marriage1
1850 Census1850Lyndon, Caledonia Co., VT, USA, age 53, a farmer1
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S1226] 1850 U.S. Federal Census , Lyndon, Caledonia, Vermont; Roll: M432_922; Page: 176; line 22, dwl 259-278.

Elizabeth C. Houghton1

F, #40007, b. 1840

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Birth1840VT, USA, age 10 in 1850 census1
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Citations

  1. [S1226] 1850 U.S. Federal Census , Lyndon, Caledonia, Vermont; Roll: M432_922; Page: 176; line 22, dwl 259-278.

Azenath Houghton1

F, #40008, b. 1774

Family:

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Birth1774VT, USA, age 76 in 1850 census1
RelativeLyndon, Caledonia Co., VT, USA, living near each other2
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Citations

  1. [S1226] 1850 U.S. Federal Census , Lyndon, Caledonia, Vermont; Roll: M432_922; Page: 176; line 22, dwl 259-278.
  2. [S235] U.S. Census, 1850 Lyndon, Caledonia Co., VT, Box 922, p. 177 (house 209).

Levi L. Houghton1,2

M, #40009, b. 23 October 1805, d. 21 October 1879

Family: Eliza (?) b. c 1811

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BirthOct 23, 1805Lyndon, Caledonia Co., VT, USA, dd calc; age 45 in 1850 census; age 55 in 1860 census; age 64 in 1870 census1
Marriage3
1840 Census1840Lyndon, Caledonia Co., VT, USA, 2 Total: 1 male 30 to 40 (1800-1809) // 1 female 20 to 30 (1810-1819)2
1850 Census1850Lyndon, Caledonia Co., VT, USA, age 45, a farmer, property $1050; a Benjamin A. Streeter, age 25, laborer was living with them.3
1860 Census1860Lyndon, Caledonia Co., VT, USA, age 55, a farmer, property $700-5504
1870 Census1870Lyndon, Caledonia Co., VT, USA, age 64, a farmer, property $1000-$10005
DeathOct 21, 1879Lyndon, VT, USA, age 73-11-28, of heart disease1
BurialLyndon Center Cemetery, Lyndon, Caledonia Co., VT, USA6
RelativeLyndon, Caledonia Co., VT, USA, living near each other7
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S1074] Town Records: Lyndon, VT, p. 281: VT Division of Records, Middlesex, VT, F-30546, VT VRs 1871-1904.
  2. [S1225] 1840 U.S. Federal Census , Lyndon, Caledonia, Vermont; Roll: 540; Page: 416.
  3. [S1226] 1850 U.S. Federal Census , Lyndon, Caledonia, Vermont; Roll: M432_922; Page: 177; line 1, dwl 171-290.
  4. [S1227] 1860 U.S. Federal Census , Lyndon, Caledonia Co., VT, Roll 1317, p. 246, line 19, dwl 415-423.
  5. [S1228] 1870 U.S. Federal Census , Lyndon, Caledonia Co., VT, Box 1616, p. 124, line 35, dwl 284.
  6. [S415] E-mail from Lindley S. Houghton Jr, Aug. 2016; his photo of GS.
  7. [S235] U.S. Census, 1850 Lyndon, Caledonia Co., VT, Box 922, p. 177 (house 209).

Eliza (?)1

F, #40010, b. circa 1811

Family: Levi L. Houghton b. 23 Oct 1805, d. 21 Oct 1879

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Birthcirca 1811VT, USA, age 50 in 1860 census; age 59 in 1870 census1
Marriage1
1850 Census1850Lyndon, Caledonia Co., VT, USA, age 45, a farmer, property $1050; a Benjamin A. Streeter, age 25, laborer was living with them.1
1860 Census1860Lyndon, Caledonia Co., VT, USA, age 55, a farmer, property $700-5502
1870 Census1870Lyndon, Caledonia Co., VT, USA, age 64, a farmer, property $1000-$10003
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S1226] 1850 U.S. Federal Census , Lyndon, Caledonia, Vermont; Roll: M432_922; Page: 177; line 1, dwl 171-290.
  2. [S1227] 1860 U.S. Federal Census , Lyndon, Caledonia Co., VT, Roll 1317, p. 246, line 19, dwl 415-423.
  3. [S1228] 1870 U.S. Federal Census , Lyndon, Caledonia Co., VT, Box 1616, p. 124, line 35, dwl 284.

Ellen P. Houghton1,2

F, #40011, b. 2 August 1848, d. 6 July 1869

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BirthAug 2, 1848Lyndon, Caledonia Co., VT, USA, dd calc; age 2 in 1850 census; age 12 in 1860 census3,1,2
DeathJul 6, 1869Lyndon, Caledonia Co., VT, USA, age 20 y 11 m 4 d, of consumption3,1
BurialLyndon Town Cemetery, Lyndon, Caledonia Co., VT, USA3
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S1074] Town Records: Lyndon, Caledonia Co., VT, p. 281; VT Division of Records, Middlesex, VT, F-30270, VT VRs 1770-1870.
  2. [S1226] 1850 U.S. Federal Census , Lyndon, Caledonia, Vermont; Roll: M432_922; Page: 177; line 22, dwl 275-294.
  3. [S1074] Town Records: Cemetery Records, Lyndon Town Cemetery, Lyndon, Caledonia Co., Vermont, Book 24, p. 52.

Frank Houghton1

M, #40012, b. 1832

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Birth1832VT, USA, age 18 in 1850 census; age 27 in 1860 census1
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Citations

  1. [S1226] 1850 U.S. Federal Census , Danville, Caledonia, Vermont; Roll: M432_922; Page: 226; line 6, dwl 212-215.

Janette A. Houghton1,2

F, #40013, b. circa 1835

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Birthcirca 1835Danville, Caledonia Co., VT, USA, age 15 in 1850 census; age 24 in 1859 marriage1
PensionInx#1007084
Duplicate
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S1074] Town Records: Vital Records, St. Johnsbury, Caledonia Co., Vermont, Book 4, p. 4.
  2. [S654] Electronic Web Site, , http://www.fold3.com/image/#271451215
  3. [S1226] 1850 U.S. Federal Census , Danville, Caledonia, Vermont; Roll: M432_922; Page: 226; line 6, dwl 212-215.
  4. [S654] Electronic Web Site, , http://www.fold3.com/image/#271451210

Lucius Houghton1

M, #40014, b. 1815

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Birth1815VT, USA, age 35 in 1850 census1
1850 Census1850Danville, Caledonia Co., VT, USA, age 35, a fuller, living with Simeon Harvey family, manufacturer1
DuplicateVT, USA
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S1226] 1850 U.S. Federal Census , Danville, Caledonia, Vermont; Roll: M432_922; Page: 230; line 40, dwl 282-288.

John Preston1

M, #40015, b. 1774

Family: Eunice (?) b. 1780

  • Marriage*: John Preston married Eunice (?) 1850 census.1

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Birth1774NH, USA, age 76 in 1850 census1
Marriage1850 census1
Research1850John and Eunice are listed as living with Lyman Houghton, no surname given; believe they are Eunice's parents
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S235] U.S. Census, 1850 Cabot, Caledonia Co., VT, Box 922, p. 151.

Eunice (?)1

F, #40016, b. 1780

Family: John Preston b. 1774

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Birth1780CT, USA, age 70 in 1850 census1
Marriage1850 census1
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Citations

  1. [S235] U.S. Census, 1850 Cabot, Caledonia Co., VT, Box 922, p. 151.

Eunice Preston1,2

F, #40017, b. 1810, d. 8 February 1877

Family: Lyman Houghton b. 7 Oct 1804, d. 2 May 1867

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Birth1810VT, USA, age 40 in 1850 census; age 49 in 1860 census3
Residence1848Northfield, Washington Co., VT, USA1
MarriageSep 17, 1848Cabot, Washington Co., VT, USA4,1
1850 Census1850Cabot, Washington Co., VT, USA, age 46, a farmer, property $1000; and John, 76, and Eunice, 70, (no surname; I have assumed Eunice's parents)3
DeathFeb 8, 1877Cabot, Washington Co., VT, USA, age 66-5-135
BurialDurant Cemetery, Cabot, Washington Co., VT, USA5
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S1074] Town Records: Cabot, Washington Co., VT, Book 1; VT Division of Records, Middlesex, VT, F-30270, VT VRs 1770-1870.
  2. [S235] U.S. Census, 1860 US Census, Cabot, Washington Co., VT, Roll 1324, p. 4, line 14, dwl 2153-2283.
  3. [S1226] 1850 U.S. Federal Census , Cabot, Caledonia, Vermont; Roll: M432_922; Page: 151; line 28, dwl 352-360.
  4. [S235] U.S. Census, 1850 Cabot, Caledonia Co., VT, Box 922, p. 151.
  5. [S1272] Larua Abbott and Mary Wheeler, Cabot [VT] Cemeteries, Durant, D-33.

Charles Lyman Houghton1,2,3

M, #40018, b. circa 1837, d. circa 1884

Family: Ann Moriah Warren b. Dec 1838, d. 3 Jan 1924

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Birthcirca 1837Northfield, Washington Co., VT, USA, age 13 in 1850 census; age 22 at marriage in 1859; age 22 in 1860 census; age 24 in 1862 enlistment; age 13 in 1850 census; age 42 in 1880 census5,6,7
MarriageNov 16, 1859Cabot, Washington Co., VT, USA6
1860 Census1860Cabot, Washington Co., VT, USA, age 22, farm laborer; with Hazen and Mary Beedle8
Mil. Enlsbetween Sep 8, 1862 and May 11, 1863Cabot, Washington Co., VT, USA, in the Union Army,Comp. H., 13th VT Reg, a private, age 24, until Oct. 10, 1862. Discharged May 11, 1863. Length 9 m 3 d; Disabled.5,9,10
PensionInxNov 2, 1863as invalid11
1880 Census1880Union Grove, Meeker Co., MN, USA, age 42,12,13
Deathcirca 1884MN, USA, wife listed as widow
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S235] U.S. Census, 1850 Cabot, Caledonia Co., VT, Box 922, p. 151.
  2. [S814] Marshall L. McClanahan, Houghton, John & Beatrix - MLM;, M, p. 114 #4249.
  3. [S882] Ancestry.Com, online www.ancestry.com, http://trees.ancestry.com/tree/31152262/person/12374869181
  4. [S1074] Town Records: Cabot, VT, p. 538: VT Division of Records, Middelesex, VT, F-30270.
  5. [S654] Electronic Web Site, , CivilWarData.Com, Civil War Research and Genealogy Database, Nov. 2001.
  6. [S1074] Town Records: Chabot, VT, p. 538: VT Division of Records, Middelesex, VT, F-30270.
  7. [S1074] Town Records: Northfield, Washington Co., VT, p. 977; VT Division of Records, Middlesex, VT, F-30270, VT VRs 1770-1870.
  8. [S1227] 1860 U.S. Federal Census , Cabot, Washington, Vermont; Roll: M653_1324; Page: 15; Sheet 300, line 30, dwl 2338-2476.
  9. [S1298] Theodore S. Peck, VT Volunteers 1861-1866 Revised Roster, p. 497.
  10. [S1409] Unknown record type, unknown repository address, Manannah, Meeker, Minnesota; Roll: 23; Page: 1; Enumeration District: 105.
  11. [S1515] Unknown name of person, unknown record type, unknown file number.
  12. [S235] U.S. Census, 1880 Soundex, Union Grove, Meeker Co., MN, Reel 13, Vol. 9, ED. 50, Sh. 18, Ln. 1.
  13. [S1229] 1880 U.S. Federal Census , Union Grove, Meeker Co., MN, Roll: T9_626; Family History Film: 1254626; Page: 226A; Reel 13, Vol. 9, ED. 50, Sh. 18, Ln. 1.
  14. [S1074] Town Records: Marshfield, Washington Co., VT, p. 1087; VT Division of Records, Middlesex, VT, F-30270, VT VRs 1770-1870.
  15. [S1074] Town Records: Cabot, VT, p. 534; VT Division of Records, Middlesex, VT, F-30270, VT VRs 1770-1870.

Adaline B. Houghton1,2,3

F, #40019, b. 1840

Family: Joel White Jr

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Birth1840Northfield, Washington Co., VT, USA, age 10 in 1850 census; MLM: 1839; age 21 in 1860 marriage4,3,5
MarriageMar 15, 1860Cabot, Washington Co., VT, USA, she age 213
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S235] U.S. Census, 1850 Cabot, Caledonia Co., VT, Box 922, p. 151.
  2. [S814] Marshall L. McClanahan, Houghton, John & Beatrix - MLM;, M, p. 114 #4250 (4350).
  3. [S1074] Town Records: Cabot, VT, p. 539: VT Division of Records, Middelesex, VT, , F-30270.
  4. [S814] Marshall L. McClanahan, Houghton, John & Beatrix - MLM;, M, p. 114.
  5. [S1226] 1850 U.S. Federal Census , Cabot, Caledonia, Vermont; Roll: M432_922; Page: 151; line 28, dwl 352-360.

Hannah M. Houghton1,2,3

F, #40020, b. 17 April 1842, d. 10 May 1924

Family: Phineas Bemis b. c 1832, d. 28 Feb 1865

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BirthApr 17, 1842Northfield, Washington Co., VT, USA, age 8 in 1850 census4,3,5,6
1860 Census1860Cabot, Washington Co., VT, USA, age 18, domestic, with Reuben and James Atkins; 6 houses from parents7
MarriageJan 20, 1864Cabot, Washington Co., VT, USA, she age 213
PensionInxJun, 1865Grafton, VT, USA8
ResidenceGrafton, VT, USA6
DeathMay 10, 1924Grafton, VT, USA, age 82, of "senile decay"6,9
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S235] U.S. Census, 1850 Cabot, Caledonia Co., VT, Box 922, p. 151.
  2. [S814] Marshall L. McClanahan, Houghton, John & Beatrix - MLM;, M, p. 114 #4251.
  3. [S1074] Town Records: Cabot, Washington Co., VT, p. 951; VT Division of Records, Middlesex, VT, F-30270, VT VRs 1770-1870.
  4. [S814] Marshall L. McClanahan, Houghton, John & Beatrix - MLM;, M, p. 114.
  5. [S1226] 1850 U.S. Federal Census , Cabot, Caledonia, Vermont; Roll: M432_922; Page: 151; line 28, dwl 352-360.
  6. [S882] Ancestry.Com, online www.ancestry.com, Vermont Death Records, 1909-2008 [database on-line]. Provo, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., 2010.
  7. [S1227] 1860 U.S. Federal Census , Cabot, Washington Co., VT, Roll 1324, p. 10, line 16, dwl 2159-2290.
  8. [S654] Electronic Web Site, , http://www.fold3.com/image/#272912974
  9. [S654] Electronic Web Site, , http://www.fold3.com/image/#272912984