New Haven county CT is bounded North by Litchfield and Hartford counties, East by Middlesex county, South by Long Island Sound, and West by Litchfield county and the Housatonic river, which separates it from Fairfield county. Its average length from east to west is about 26 miles, and its width from north to south 21 miles; containing 540 square miles, or 345,600 acres. This county, lying on Long Island Sound, has a very extensive maritime border, but its foreign trade is chiefly confined to New Haven harbor. Its fisheries of oysters and clams, and other fish, are valuable. It is intersected by several streams, none of them of very large size, but of some value for their water power and fish. Of these the principal are the Pomperaug and Naugatuc, on the west; Quinnipiac, Menunkatuc, West and Mill rivers, on the east. The Quinnipiac is the largest, and passes through extensive meadows. The county is intersected centrally by the New Haven and Northampton canal, which passes through this county from north to south. There is a great variety of soil in this county, as well as of native vegetable and mineral productions. The range of secondary country which extends along Connecticut River as far as Middletown, there leaves that stream, crosses into this county, and terminates at New Haven. This intersection of the primitive formation, by a secondary ridge, affords a great variety of minerals, and materials for different soils. Capital, New Haven.
The book titled “History of the Old Town of Derby, Connecticut, 1642-1880” presents a comprehensive account of Derby’s development, including the town’s Indian history, early settlers, and significant events like the Revolutionary War. It emphasizes education, commerce, and church influences, while offering an extensive collection of biographies and genealogies.
This genealogy traces the Hitchcock family from the 1600s, beginning with Matthias Hitchcock’s arrival in Boston in 1635. It follows the family’s growth through generations in Connecticut and Massachusetts, drawing from original records and family sources. More than a list of names, it preserves the story of a family that helped shape early New England.
“The Hull Family in America,” authored by Charles H. Weygant and published in 1913 by the Sun Printing Company in association with the Hull Family Association, offers a comprehensive genealogical examination of the Hull family lineage within the United States. The work is structured around the descendants of three primary ancestors: George Hull and his descendants, his brother Reverend Joseph Hull and his lineage, and Richard Hull with his descendants. With roots tracing back to Somersetshire, England, the text explores the emigration and subsequent generations of these family branches in great detail, alongside an inquiry into the so-called New Hampshire Hulls whose connection to the main branches remains undiscovered. The book was completed posthumously with contributions from Weygant’s sister, Mrs. Roberts, and the daughters of Mr. James W. Hull, who revised and corrected the manuscript, ensuring a thorough documentation of the Hull family’s history in America.
The Families of Ancient New Haven compilation includes the families of the ancient town of New Haven, covering the present towns of New Haven, East Haven, North Haven, Hamden, Bethany, Woodbridge and West Haven. These families are brought down to the heads of families in the First Census (1790), and include the generation born about 1790 to 1800. Descendants in the male line who removed from this region are also given, if obtainable, to about 1800, unless they have been adequately set forth in published genealogies.
In 1847, Abiel Abbot and Ephraim Abbot compiled a comprehensive genealogical record titled “Abbott Genealogical Register,” detailing the lineage of several Abbott families originating from early New England settlers. Initially aimed to document the descendants of George Abbot, Sr. of Andover, the scope expanded to include numerous branches such as George Abbot, Jr., Thomas Abbot of Andover, Arthur Abbot of Ipswich, Robert Abbot of Branford, Ct., and George Abbot of Norwalk, Ct., among others. This volume, published by J. Munroe and Company in Boston, Massachusetts, integrates meticulously gathered data, revealing the expansive and intertwined genealogies of the Abbott families. The authors’ painstaking research and dedication to accuracy, despite challenges in data completeness, provide a valuable resource for anyone tracing the Abbott lineage or studying early American familial structures.
In 1911, Lucy Ann Morris Carhart published the “Genealogy of the Morris Family: Descendants of Thomas Morris of Connecticut,” providing a thorough historical account of the Morris family lineage starting from Thomas Morris, a notable shipbuilder and Puritan who immigrated from England in the 17th century. The book traces the family’s settlement in New Haven, Connecticut, detailing their significant land holdings and their expansion into other parts of Connecticut and New York. Published by A.S. Barnes Co. in New York, this work not only highlights the genealogical connections of the Morris family but also delves into the broader historical context, exploring the lives and legacies of successive generations. This comprehensive record serves as a valuable resource for descendants and historians alike, offering detailed insights into the family’s evolution and its contributions to American history.
Evelyn Baldwin provided Allen County Public Library with a packet of research information on her ancestors Revolutionary War that she had compiled back in 1926. In 1949 the library then bound those 72 pages and enclosed them in covered book boards, thereby making them more accessible to their patrons. Fast forward to 2018 and the Library has digitized these pages and made them accessible to anyone online.
This volume is made up, as the title indicates, of eight papers, now revised and partly rewritten, to each of which are added notes supplying a page or two of comment or explanation. The papers treat respectively of the Green as a public square, a political and civic forum, a religious and ecclesiastical arena, a parade ground, a seat of judicial tribunals, an educatioual campus, a market-place, and a cemetery. In a style abounding in facetiae not unworthy of Dickens, the author reviews the succession of events which have transpired in connection with the Green, with their changing scenic accompaniments of stocks, whipping-post, jail, tombstones, school-house, meeting-house, state-house; setting in prominent relief the more humorous or otherwise impressive incidents, and neglecting no occasion for satirical thrusts at contemporary folly, keenly relished by the reader, without doubt, but certain — as in all such cases — to be contemptuously slighted by those who alone might profit by them. His comparison of the “Blue laws” of Connecticut with those of the other colonies evidently affords as much satisfaction to himself as instruction to the most of his readers, justifying his declaration that the New Haven Colony can very complacently allow its laws to be called “blue in contrast with the black and crimson legislation of its contemporaries.”
This book contains much valuable genealogical data from local church records and cemeteries, and brief accounts of the following families : — Allen, Averill, Barnes, Bassett, Booth, Bradley, Bray, Canfield, Downs, Edmonds, French, Gilbert, Guthrie, Hann, Hayes, Hendryx, Hill, Mitchell, Pierce, Piatt, Post, Russell, Skeels, Stoddard, Tuttle, Wagner, Wakeley, Ward and Warner.
John Richardson Bronson, M.D., born June 5, 1829, in Middlebury, Connecticut, was a distinguished physician in southern Massachusetts and Rhode Island, residing in Attleboro for over fifty years. The Bronson lineage traces back to early New England settlers, including John Bronson, a soldier in the Pequot War. Dr. Bronson, who graduated from Berkshire Medical College in 1852, served as a field surgeon during the Civil War and remained engaged in community affairs until his death on May 9, 1900. He married Catherine Wheelock and had five children.
George Hubbard, an early settler of Watertown, Massachusetts, moved to Guilford, Connecticut, where he became a prominent political figure and deputy magistrate, dying in 1683. His son, George Hubbard Jr., settled in Wethersfield and later Hadley, Massachusetts. Jonathan Hubbard, born in 1658, married Hannah Rice and lived in Concord, where he passed away in 1720. His descendants continued to play notable roles in local governance, with Jonathan Hubbard Jr. serving as selectman in Townsend, Massachusetts, and moving on to Rindge, New Hampshire.
Marion Francis Mulkey, born on November 14, 1836, in Missouri, was a pioneering figure in Oregon’s legal and social landscape. After migrating with his father to Oregon in 1847, he demonstrated remarkable responsibility and ambition, pursuing education at Yale and later becoming a prominent attorney in Portland. Elected as prosecuting attorney in 1866, Mulkey was known for his logical arguments and tireless work ethic. He married Mary E. Porter in 1862 and had two sons. His death on February 25, 1889, was a significant loss to the community.
Dennis Heartt, born on November 6, 1783, in North Bradford, Connecticut, emerged as a key figure in North Carolina journalism. After an apprenticeship in New Haven, he became a proficient printer and later founded the *Hillsborough Recorder* in 1820. Over nearly fifty years, Heartt’s editorial work significantly influenced public opinion and local culture. Despite challenges, including outdated technology and adjusting to a new environment, he established the paper as a vital source of information, revered by citizens and a testament to antebellum life in North Carolina.
George Marshall Crawford, born on July 10, 1872, in Emporia, Kansas, is the son of Governor Crawford and a notable figure in Topeka’s newspaper industry. His education included public schooling in Topeka and a degree from Yale University in 1894. He began his career as a reporter before becoming manager and partner at the Mail Printing House in 1897. A committed Republican and active in various fraternal organizations, he married Hortense Kelly in 1895, and they have two children, George Jr. and Isabel.
John Julius O’Fallon, born March 6, 1840, in St. Louis, is a prominent capitalist known for his substantial wealth from inheritance and investments. He is the son of Colonel John O’Fallon, a notable figure in St. Louis history. O’Fallon’s lineage traces back to an Irish family with historic significance. He was educated in prestigious institutions and engaged in various business ventures, serving as a director in significant financial entities. An active member of the community, he contributed generously to local charities and institutions while maintaining a humble demeanor.
Douglas B. Houser, born in St. Louis on August 28, 1892, ascended to vice president of the St. Louis Globe-Democrat after a successful career that began as a reporter. He graduated from Yale University in 1914 and played a significant role in advancing the newspaper industry. Forever tied to the growth of St. Louis, he contributed to many vital city initiatives, including the St. Louis Exposition. A staunch Republican and active community member, he passed away on October 10, 1975, leaving a legacy rooted in integrity and progress.
Benjamin H. Charles, born on April 26, 1866, in Chester, Illinois, is a distinguished municipal bond lawyer based in St. Louis. He graduated from Westminster College and Yale Law School, and established his legal career amid the challenges of competition in 1892. His work as second and first associate city counselor saw him handle significant municipal cases. In 1917, he partnered with W. T. Rutherford, further cementing his reputation in municipal law. Charles is also active in various educational and social organizations. He is married with three sons.
Thomas Harper Cobbs, born on August 26, 1868, in Lafayette County, Missouri, was a prominent lawyer in St. Louis, co-founding the firm Cobbs & Logan. He received degrees from Odessa College, Missouri Valley College, and Yale Law School. An active civic leader, Cobbs was instrumental in establishing St. Louis’s Zoological Society and served in various roles in educational and religious organizations. Married to Lucie Mae Jones, he valued home life despite the loss of their only child. Cobbs’s reputation for integrity and dedication to justice marked his professional and personal life.
Thomas F. Lawrence, born on February 16, 1877, in Hartford, Connecticut, serves as the vice president of the Missouri State Life Insurance Company in St. Louis. With a strong background in life insurance, he previously held notable positions at the Aetna and Hartford Life Insurance Companies. A Yale graduate, Lawrence is recognized for his thorough understanding of the industry and his progressive vision. Married in 1913 to Lyn F. Fernald, he remains politically active yet focused on enhancing the operations and growth of his company.