Plymouth New Hampshire Genealogy

Descendants of Thomas Boyden of Bridgewater, MA

The Boyden family, descended from Thomas Boyden of Watertown, MA, has significantly influenced Bridgewater, MA, through generations of distinguished educators. Notably, Prof. Albert Gardner Boyden dedicated over fifty years to the Bridgewater State Normal School, serving as a student, teacher, and principal, followed by his son, Prof. Arthur Clarke Boyden. Throughout their legacy, the Boydens cultivated a commitment to education and community, exemplified by their roles in shaping the normal school’s reputation and inspiring countless students.

Biography of Alvah Charles Ferrin

Alvah Charles Ferrin, born August 13, 1835, in Plymouth, N.H., was a notable contractor and builder in Concord. He served in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War, joining in 1864 and participating in operations in Mobile Bay. After the war, he returned to his career in masonry, co-founding successful firms over the decades, and built significant structures in the area. Ferrin was also active in various fraternal organizations, including the Masons and I.O.O.F., and remained a Republican throughout his life.

Biography of Horace Everett Boynton, D.C., Ph. C.

Dr. Horace Everett Boynton, born December 27, 1886, in Lynn, Massachusetts, has emerged as a prominent figure in Hampshire County’s chiropractic community. A descendant of a notable New England family, he transitioned from telegraphy to the chiropractic field after health issues led him to seek new opportunities. After studying at Palmer University, he established a thriving practice in Northampton, Massachusetts, in 1922. Married to Minnie Eastman, he has one son, Ralph, and is actively involved in local fraternal organizations and his church.