East Greenwich Rhode Island Genealogy

Ancestry of William Bowers Moison Chace of Taunton Massachusetts

Old Families of Southeastern Massachusetts

William Bowers Moison Chace, born December 5, 1854, in Somerset, Massachusetts, is the ninth generation of his family in America, tracing lineage back to William Chace, who emigrated from England in 1630. A prominent figure in real estate, insurance, and manufacturing, Chace’s career began as a clerk, progressing to partnership and ultimately founding his own company. Involved in various financial institutions, he has been a leading business figure in Fall River. He married Charlotte P. White, with whom he had four children.

Descendancts of John Remington of Haverhill, MA

Robert Knight Remington, born in 1826 in Grafton, MA, was a prominent philanthropist and businessman in Fall River, known for his integrity and dedication to community service. His ancestors, including John Remington, settled in Haverhill, MA, in 1661 before establishing roots in Rhode Island. Throughout his life, Remington championed temperance and youth education, contributing significantly to local missions and religious efforts. He was married twice and left behind a legacy through his children, influencing business and civic life in Fall River.

Descendants of Francis Brayton of Fall River, MA

Francis Brayton, the first of his name in America, arrived in Portsmouth, Rhode Island, in 1643, and became a pivotal figure in New England’s early political landscape. His descendants, notably in Fall River, made significant contributions to the region’s industrial growth, particularly during the 19th century. The family established the influential Brayton Homestead in Somerset and several members thrived in business, law, and education, including the legacy of B. M. C. Durfee High School, which was a gift from Mary Brayton Young, highlighting their commitment to community and education.

1880 Narragansett Detribalization Roll

Final List of the Members of the Narragansett Tribe Entitled to a Share of the Purchase Money 1881.

Biographical Sketch of Edgar E. Strong

Edgar E. Strong was born in Connecticut in 1841 to William C. and Lucy M. Nicholas Strong. He attended a seminary in East Greenwich, Rhode Island, before enlisting in the army in 1862. After the Civil War, he became a successful businessman, starting with a mill supply partnership and later forming various companies, including The Strong, Carlise Hammond Co. Strong was an active member of several fraternal organizations and enjoyed fishing and motor boating in his leisure time. He married Mary Ella Clarke in 1869 and had four children.