Silas Houghton1

M, #42541

Family: Hannah Houghton

Biography

Marriageh/21
A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN

Citations

  1. [S36] Letter, from list of rejected or suspended Revol. War Pensions (sent by Rebecca Stacknow, 11/1999).

Stewart T. Beckley1

M, #42542, d. before 2011

Family: Elizabeth M. Houghton b. 19 Jun 1909, d. 23 Jan 1988

Biography

Corresponded with authorN
A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
MarriageOct 17, 1936NY, USA2
ResidenceCooperstown, NY, USA
Living1988
Deathbefore 2011

Citations

  1. [S93] Newspaper Obituary, http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/bostonglobe/obituary.aspx
  2. [S36] Letter, Houghton History facts compiled by Schoharie Co. Office of the Aging (sent by Rebecca Stacknow, 11/13/1999).

Ben Fink1

M, #42543

Family: Dora Louise Houghton b. 19 Aug 1889, d. 9 Jan 1975

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
MarriageDec 24, 19061

Citations

  1. [S36] Letter, Houghton History facts compiled by Schoharie Co. Office of the Aging (sent by Rebecca Stacknow, 11/13/1999).

William J. Bunnell1

M, #42544

Family: Eva Belle Houghton b. 4 Jul 1894, d. 12 Mar 1968

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
MarriageJun 29, 19121

Citations

  1. [S36] Letter, Houghton History facts compiled by Schoharie Co. Office of the Aging (sent by Rebecca Stacknow, 11/13/1999).

Harold Waldo Follett1

M, #42545, b. 1889, d. 1964

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
Birth1889
Death1964
NoteSpouse: Beulah Olive Carroll Follett (1890 - 1962)*

Children:
Harold Follett (1916 - 1974)*

Citations

  1. [S36] Letter, Houghton History facts compiled by Schoharie Co. Office of the Aging (sent by Rebecca Stacknow, 11/13/1999).

Wilfred Ellery Follett1

M, #42546, b. 23 April 1897, d. 8 January 1993

Biography

Corresponded with authorN
A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
BirthApr 23, 1897
ResearchSpouse: Dorothy H Follett (1896 - 1967)

Children:
Bruce Conklin Follett (1925 - 1952)*
DeathJan 8, 1993

Citations

  1. [S36] Letter, Houghton History facts compiled by Schoharie Co. Office of the Aging (sent by Rebecca Stacknow, 11/13/1999).

Ella Gertrude Houghton1

F, #42547, b. 16 September 1869, d. 9 July 1951

Family: James MacMillan Robb

Biography

Corresponded with authorN
A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
BirthSep 16, 1869NY, USA, age 8/12 in 1870 census; age 10 in 1880 census; Sep 1871, age 29 in 1900 census1,2
MarriageOct 30, 1901Amsterdam, Montgomery Co., NY, USA1
Occupationa teacher
EmigrationFL, USA
DeathJul 9, 1951FL, USA
BurialSchenevus Cemetery, Schenevus, NY, USA, ashes1

Citations

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

James MacMillan Robb1

M, #42548

Family: Ella Gertrude Houghton b. 16 Sep 1869, d. 9 Jul 1951

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
MarriageOct 30, 1901Amsterdam, Montgomery Co., NY, USA1

Citations

  1. [S36] Letter, Houghton History facts compiled by Schoharie Co. Office of the Aging (sent by Rebecca Stacknow, 11/13/1999).

Myron Myers1

M, #42549

Family: Lillian R. Cross b. 19 Jun 1901, d. 1964

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
MarriageSep 2, 19241

Citations

  1. [S36] Letter, Houghton History facts compiled by Schoharie Co. Office of the Aging (sent by Rebecca Stacknow, 11/13/1999).

Dr. George H. Houghton M.D.1

M, #42550, b. 6 November 1852, d. 15 June 1919

Family: Catharine Bowen b. 14 Jun 1865, d. 17 Oct 1952

  • Marriage*: Dr. George H. Houghton M.D. married Catharine Bowen on 1884 married 16 years in 1900.1

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
BirthNov 6, 1852Vernon, Oneida, NY, USA, age 3 in 1855 census; age 7 in 1860 census; age 22 in 1875 census; Nov. 1853, age 47 in 1900 census; age 57 in 1910 census1
Educationbefore 1869He was educated in the district schools until he was 17, when he ran away from home to the lumber regions of Michigan, where he spent 4 years in MI, MN, and Manitoba and traveled over most of the Western states, returning east in 1873.1
Graduation1882Albany Medical College, Albany, Albany Co., NY, USA, after which he studied 3 years in the Swinburne Hospital, Albany, NY, after which he practiced in Albany, NY.1
Marriage1884married 16 years in 19001
Occupationafter 1885He was a surgeon for the D. & H. and N.Y.C. R. R. Company.1
AssociationMt. Vernon Lodge No. 3, F. & A. M.
City Dirct1889Albany, Albany Co., NY, USA, a physician2
Census1892Albany, NY, USA, age 39
Note19004 children born; 2 living
1910 Census1910Albany, Albany Co., NY, USA, age 57, physician, surgeon3
DeathJun 15, 1919Plattsburgh, Clinton Co., NY, USA
BurialHillside Cemetery, Westport, Essex Co., NY, USA

Citations

  1. [S910] Unknown author, Albany Co. NY Landmarks, III:135.
  2. [S1105] Albany NY Directory - 1889, p. 153.
  3. [S1231] 1910 U.S. Federal Census , Albany Ward 6, Albany, New York; Roll: T624_920; Page: 5B; Enumeration District: 27; line 85, dwl 61-64-73.

Thomas Houghton1

M, #42551, b. circa 1822

Family: Hannah Harrison b. Dec 1822, d. 5 Sep 1904

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
Birthcirca 1822England, age 33 in 1855 census; age 38 in 1860 census; age 48 in 1870 census; age 52 in 1875 census; age 58 in 1880 census2
Marriage1
ImmigrationJul 14, 1852
1855 Census1855Vernon, Oneida Co., NY, USA, age 33, farmer3
1860 Census1860Westmoreland, Oneida Co., NY, USA, age 38, a farmer,property $6500-8414
1870 Census1870Westmoreland, Oneida Co., NY, USA, age 48, a farmer, property $6000-12005
1880 Census1880Westmoreland, Oneida Co., NY, USA, age 25, a farmer; father Thomas listed as boarding6
ResearchHe was a descendant of the General Houghton, under Wellington, who was killed at the battle of Albura in the Peninsular war in 1811. The French finally withdrew.1

Citations

  1. [S910] Unknown author, Albany Co. NY Landmarks, III:135.
  2. [S235] U.S. Census, 1870 US Census, Westmoreland, Oneida Co., NY, Roll 1057, p. 588B, line 7, dwl 481-497.
  3. [S1516] 1855 State Census , New York, State Census, 1855 [database on-line]. Provo, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., 2013.
  4. [S1227] 1860 U.S. Federal Census , Westmoreland, Oneida Co., NY, Roll: M653_824 Page: 157, sheet 51; line 15; dwl 421-429.
  5. [S1228] 1870 U.S. Federal Census , Westmoreland, Oneida Co., NY, Roll 1057, p. 588B, line 7, dwl 481-497.
  6. [S1229] 1880 U.S. Federal Census , New York; Roll: T9_904; Family History Film: 1254904; Page: 409A; Enumeration District: 155; sheet 13, line 29, dwl 164-164.
  7. [S1230] 1900 U.S. Federal Census , Westmoreland, Oneida Co., New York; Roll: T623 1134; Enumeration District: 98; Sheet 14A; line 26, dwl 334-362.

Hannah Harrison1

F, #42552, b. December 1822, d. 5 September 1904

Family: Thomas Houghton b. c 1822

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
BirthDec, 1822England, age 33 in 1855 census; age 37 in 1860 census; age 47 in 1870 census; age 58 in 1880 census2
Marriage1
ImmigrationJul 14, 1852
1855 Census1855Vernon, Oneida Co., NY, USA, age 33, farmer3
Census1875Westmoreland, Oneida Co., NY, USA, age 52
1900 Census1900Westmoreland, Oneida Co., NY, USA, age 77, widow, a farmer4
DeathSep 5, 1904Kings Co., NY, USA
ParentsDparents born in England

Citations

  1. [S910] Unknown author, Albany Co. NY Landmarks, III:135.
  2. [S235] U.S. Census, 1870 US Census, Westmoreland, Oneida Co., NY, Roll 1057, p. 588B, line 7, dwl 481-497.
  3. [S1516] 1855 State Census , New York, State Census, 1855 [database on-line]. Provo, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., 2013.
  4. [S1230] 1900 U.S. Federal Census , Westmoreland, Oneida Co., New York; Roll: T623; Enumeration District: 98; Sheet: 11B, line 61, dwl 263-288.
  5. [S1227] 1860 U.S. Federal Census , Westmoreland, Oneida Co., NY, Roll: M653_824 Page: 157, sheet 51; line 15; dwl 421-429.

Catharine Bowen1

F, #42553, b. 14 June 1865, d. 17 October 1952

Family: Dr. George H. Houghton M.D. b. 6 Nov 1852, d. 15 Jun 1919

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
BirthJun 14, 1865NY, USA, age 34 in 1900 census; age 45 in 1910 census; age 75 in 1940 census2
Marriage1884married 16 years in 19001
Census1892Albany, NY, USA, age 39
1900 CensusJun 12, 1900Albany, Albany Co., NY, USA, age 472
1910 Census1910Albany, Albany Co., NY, USA, age 57, physician, surgeon3
Note19103 children born, 2 living
DeathOct 17, 1952NY, USA
BurialHillside Cemetery, Westport, Essex Co., NY, USA
ParentsDRev. J. E. Bowen; parents born in NY

Citations

  1. [S910] Unknown author, Albany Co. NY Landmarks, III:135.
  2. [S1230] 1900 U.S. Federal Census , Albany Ward 6, Albany, New York; Roll: T623 1004; Page: 8A; Enumeration District: 21; page 289, sheet 8A; line 31; dwl 65-113-135.
  3. [S1231] 1910 U.S. Federal Census , Albany Ward 6, Albany, New York; Roll: T624_920; Page: 5B; Enumeration District: 27; line 85, dwl 61-64-73.

Edward Bowen Houghton1

M, #42554, b. 2 June 1887, d. 1950

Biography

Corresponded with authorN
A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
BirthJun 2, 1887Albany, Albany Co., NY, USA, age 12 in 1900 census; age 22 in 1910 census3,1
Marriageand 1 child
Mil. Draftbetween 1917 and 1918Albany, Albany Co., NY, USA, age 29, salesman, Cornell Wood Products, Chicago IL4
1940 Census1940Philadelphia, Philadelphia Co., PA, USA, age 52, single, none5
Death1950
BurialHillside Cemetery, Westport, Essex Co., NY, USA

Citations

  1. [S1323] "WWII Draft Registration 1942", WW2_2240438.
  2. [S910] Unknown author, Albany Co. NY Landmarks, III:135.
  3. [S1230] 1900 U.S. Federal Census , Albany Ward 6, Albany, New York; Roll: T623 1004; Page: 8A; Enumeration District: 21; page 289, sheet 8A; line 31; dwl 65-113-135.
  4. [S1308] World War I Draft Registration Cards, 1917-1918, online http://content.ancestry.com, 1711817.
  5. [S1479] 1940 U.S. Federal Census , Philadelphia, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Roll: T627_3694; Page: 5A; Enumeration District: 51-223C; line 2, dwl 162.

Chester Whitford1

M, #42555

Biography

Corresponded with authorN
A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Birth
DeathUnion, Broome Co., NY, USA, age 781

Citations

  1. [S255] Duane Hamilton Hurd, Otsego Co., NY Hx, p. 105.

Polly Whitford1

F, #42556, b. circa 1810, d. 1888

Family: John Bernard

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
Birthcirca 18101
Marriage1
Death1888buried on 78th anniver. of her birth1

Citations

  1. [S255] Duane Hamilton Hurd, Otsego Co., NY Hx, p. 105.

John Bernard1

M, #42557

Family: Polly Whitford b. c 1810, d. 1888

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
Marriage1

Citations

  1. [S255] Duane Hamilton Hurd, Otsego Co., NY Hx, p. 105.

William H. Whitford1

M, #42558

Biography

Corresponded with authorN
A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Birth
ResidencePortlandville, Otsego, NY, USA1

Citations

  1. [S255] Duane Hamilton Hurd, Otsego Co., NY Hx, p. 105.

Stutley Whitford1

M, #42559, b. circa 1820, d. 1881

Biography

Corresponded with authorN
A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Birthcirca 18201
Death1881Laurens, NY, USA, age 611

Citations

  1. [S255] Duane Hamilton Hurd, Otsego Co., NY Hx, p. 105.

Armenia Spencer1

F, #42560, b. 17 January 1820, d. 1911

Family: Deacon Horace B. Eells b. 22 May 1818, d. 1898

Biography

Corresponded with authorN
A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
BirthJan 17, 1820Maryland, Otsego, NY, USA1
MarriageFeb 17, 18471
Death1911Unadilla, Otsego Co., NY, USA2
BurialEvergreen Hills Cemetery, Unadilla, Otsego Co., NY, USA2

Citations

  1. [S255] Duane Hamilton Hurd, Otsego Co., NY Hx, p. 307.
  2. [S415] E-mail from Gary L. Heinmiller, Apr. 15, 2000.

Deacon Horace B. Eells1

M, #42561, b. 22 May 1818, d. 1898

Family: Armenia Spencer b. 17 Jan 1820, d. 1911

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
BirthMay 22, 1818Unadilla, NY, USA1
Occupationbetween 1836 and 1880Unadilla, NY, USA, a tannery owner and farmer2
MarriageFeb 17, 18472
Death18983
BurialEvergreen Hills Cemetery, Unadilla, Otsego Co., NY, USA3
BiographyOtsego Co. NY Hx2
ParentsSDeacon John Eells, Jr., a shoemaker of Unadilla NY, and Elzabeth Reynolds2

Citations

  1. [S255] Duane Hamilton Hurd, Otsego Co., NY Hx, p. 306.
  2. [S255] Duane Hamilton Hurd, Otsego Co., NY Hx, p. 307.
  3. [S415] E-mail from Gary L. Heinmiller, Apr. 15, 2000.

Spencer Eells1

M, #42562

Family: Nettie Gates

Biography

Corresponded with authorN
A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Birth
Marriage1

Citations

  1. [S255] Duane Hamilton Hurd, Otsego Co., NY Hx, p. 307.

Anna E. Eells1

F, #42563

Family: Orson J. Butts

Biography

Corresponded with authorN
A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Birth
Marriage1

Citations

  1. [S255] Duane Hamilton Hurd, Otsego Co., NY Hx, p. 307.

Nettie Gates1

F, #42564

Family: Spencer Eells

Biography

Corresponded with authorN
A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Marriage1

Citations

  1. [S255] Duane Hamilton Hurd, Otsego Co., NY Hx, p. 307.

Alice A. Eells1

F, #42565

Family: Marvin P. Sweet

Biography

Corresponded with authorN
A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Birth
Marriage1

Citations

  1. [S255] Duane Hamilton Hurd, Otsego Co., NY Hx, p. 307.

Orson J. Butts1

M, #42566

Family: Anna E. Eells

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
Marriage1

Citations

  1. [S255] Duane Hamilton Hurd, Otsego Co., NY Hx, p. 307.

Marvin P. Sweet1

M, #42567

Family: Alice A. Eells

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
Marriage1

Citations

  1. [S255] Duane Hamilton Hurd, Otsego Co., NY Hx, p. 307.

Perthena Houghton1

F, #42568, b. 1833, d. 1911

Family: James N. Mead b. 25 Sep 1828, d. 1903

  • Marriage*: Perthena Houghton married James N. Mead on Dec 24, 1848.1

Biography

Corresponded with authorN
A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Birth1833Otsego Co., NY, USA, age 18 in 1850 census; age 23 in 1855 census; age 28 in 1860 census2
MarriageDec 24, 18481
1855 Census1855Milford, Otsego Co., NY, USA, age 26, farmer; next door to parents in law David and Sally Mead
1860 Census1860Milford, Ostego Co., NY, USA, age 30, farmer3
ResidenceMilford, NY, USA, 15 years; then moved to town of Laurens for 14 years; then moved to village of Laurens in 1877; he owned 148 acres in town of New Lisbon, north of Laurens, which he bought in 1890.1
NoteThey had a foster daughter.
Death1911

Citations

  1. [S255] Duane Hamilton Hurd, Otsego Co., NY Hx, p. 497.
  2. [S1226] 1850 U.S. Federal Census , Milford, Otsego, New York; Roll: M432_580; Page: 116; line 22, dwl 275-297.
  3. [S1227] 1860 U.S. Federal Census , Milford, Otsego, New York; Roll: M653_840; Page: 0; line 40, dwl 186-186.
  4. [S255] Duane Hamilton Hurd, Otsego Co., NY Hx, p. 498.

James N. Mead1

M, #42569, b. 25 September 1828, d. 1903

Family: Perthena Houghton b. 1833, d. 1911

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
BirthSep 25, 1828Westford, Ostego Co., NY, USA, age 21 in 1850 census; age 26 in 1855 census; age 30 in 1860 census1
OccupationLaurens, Ostego, NY, USA, a farmer and produce dealer1
MarriageDec 24, 18481
1855 Census1855Milford, Otsego Co., NY, USA, age 26, farmer; next door to parents in law David and Sally Mead
1860 Census1860Milford, Ostego Co., NY, USA, age 30, farmer2
ResidenceMilford, NY, USA, 15 years; then moved to town of Laurens for 14 years; then moved to village of Laurens in 1877; he owned 148 acres in town of New Lisbon, north of Laurens, which he bought in 1890.1
Death1903
ParentsSDavid Mead and Sally Bates of Dutchess Co., NY1

Citations

  1. [S255] Duane Hamilton Hurd, Otsego Co., NY Hx, p. 497.
  2. [S1227] 1860 U.S. Federal Census , Milford, Otsego, New York; Roll: M653_840; Page: 0; line 40, dwl 186-186.
  3. [S255] Duane Hamilton Hurd, Otsego Co., NY Hx, p. 498.

Emeline Houghton1

F, #42570, b. 6 January 1828, d. 4 July 1886

Family 1: Zimri P. Mead b. 20 Feb 1819, d. 28 Aug 1883

Family 2: Amos H. Hand b. 1825, d. 1 Dec 1875

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
BirthJan 6, 1828NY, USA, age 22 in 1850 census
Marriage1
1850 Census1850Hartwick, Otsego Co., NY, USA
Children+Children:
Harvey H. Hand (1850 - 1921)*
Ella Hand Mulkins (1858 - 1934)*
Charles A. Hand (1863 - 1921)*
DeathJul 4, 18861
BurialOld Mount Vision Cemetery, Mount Vision, Otsego Co., NY, USA

Citations

  1. [S255] Duane Hamilton Hurd, Otsego Co., NY Hx, p. 497.