Marblehead Massachusetts

Sea Captains Doliber, John to Evans, Richard

The post lists various sea captains from Marblehead, including John Doliber, who captained multiple schooners in the early 19th century, and Thomas Elkins, who served in various military capacities and owned several vessels. It also highlights the careers of Ebenezer Evans and Richard Evans, detailing their ships and the notable events surrounding them, such as the capture of the Four Sisters and the tragic loss of Capt. Evans in 1825. This compilation serves as a historical record of these mariners and their contributions to maritime history.

Old Marblehead Sea Captains

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This volume is intended to be a fairly accurate list of the Old Sea Captains of Marblehead, and the vessels in which they sailed, going to and from foreign ports. The information contained in this volume has been obtained by careful and persistent research from widely distributed sources viz: the Marblehead and Salem and Beverly Custom House Records, original books of the Marblehead Marine Insurance Company, covering five thousand policies running from 1800 to 1840, list of Marblehead Soldiers and Sailors in the Revolutionary War (compiled in 1912-13 by the author), old log books, old letter books, old newspapers, list of Privateersmen of 1812 made up by Capt. Glover Broughton in a memorial to the 34th, 35th and 36th Congresses asking for grants of land for services rendered, and from the descendants of the men mentioned.

Sea Captains Abraham, Woodward to Austin, William

Captain Woodward Abraham, born in 1762, served as a sailor on various privateers during the Revolutionary War and later commanded the schooner John. He also had notable roles in local governance, including town clerk and postmaster. Other captains mentioned, like Benjamin Andrews, faced challenges at sea, including captures and unfortunate accidents. The records reflect the rich maritime heritage of these sea captains and their involvement in the flourishing shipping industry of their time.

Sea Captains Bessom Phillip to Bridgeo, John

Philip Bessom, a notable Marblehead sea captain, was active from the late 18th century into the early 19th century, commanding various vessels including the Schooner Peacock and Ship Betsy. He served as a selectman multiple terms between 1806 and 1814. John Bridgeo, another significant figure, began sailing at 13 and later commanded the Ship Mary, which he navigated successfully off a coral reef in 1858. He was known for his rugged character and died in 1895.

Names of Rectors of St. Michael’s Protestant Episcopal Church, Marblehead, MA

The rectors of St. Michael’s Protestant Episcopal Church in Marblehead, MA, have included notable figures such as The Rev. William Shaw and Joseph H. Price, among others, serving from 1717 to 1867. The church, built in 1714 and expanded in subsequent years, reflects significant leadership changes and contributions, with several rectors later achieving prominence in the wider church community. Key events include the church’s enlargement in 1729 and remodeling in 1832, indicating its evolving role in the community.

Biography of Colonel Henry Curtis

Colonel Henry Curtis, born in Boston on August 13, 1834, became a respected civil engineer and lawyer in Rock Island. He graduated from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and began his legal career in 1860, co-founding the firm Osborn & Curtis. During the Civil War, he served with distinction, rising to the rank of lieutenant-colonel. After the war, he returned to law, earning a reputation for integrity. Curtis passed away on September 12, 1905, leaving behind a legacy of honor and community service.