Humphrey Avery, born July 4, 1699, in Groton, was the son of Samuel and Susanna Avery. He married Jerusha Morgan on February 25, 1724. They had ten children, including Humphrey, William, Solomon, and Waitstill. Humphrey passed away on March 28, 1788, in Groton. His descendants include notable figures, such as Waitstill, who lived until 1821, and Christopher, who died in Wyoming, Pennsylvania, in 1778.
Solomon Avery, born on June 17, 1729, in Groton, was the son of Humphrey and Jerusha Avery. He married Hannah Punderson on February 18, 1751. Solomon passed away on December 23, 1798, and had nine children: Zipporah, Esther, Solomon, Miles, Stephen, Ebenezer Punderson, Henry, Cyrus, and Humphrey. His descendants include several notable figures, with various marriages throughout their lives, reflecting a lineage deeply rooted in the local community.
Sylvester Pennoyer, born on July 6, 1831, in New York, became the governor of Oregon after a varied career. His early life involved farming and education, leading to his law degree from Harvard in 1854. After moving to Oregon in 1855, he worked as a teacher and in the lumber business. He gained prominence as a political writer and was elected governor in 1886, notably for his stance on the Chinese labor issue. Pennoyer was known for his strong opinions and decisive actions during his governorship, emphasizing the legislature’s authority over judicial review.