Hauthaway

Descendants of Charles Little Hauthaway of North Bridgewater MA

Charles Morton Hauthaway

The Hauthaway family, originating from Charles Little Hauthaway of Roxbury, settled in North Bridgewater in 1828, establishing a legacy in the shoe and blacking industries. Charles, initially a shoemaker, founded C. L. Hauthaway & Sons, which thrived globally, particularly in blacking products. He was deeply involved in his community and various organizations until his death in 1884. His son, Charles Morton Hauthaway, continued this enterprise and served in the Civil War, passing the business to his son, Frank Morton Hauthaway, solidifying the family’s enduring presence in the region.

Descendants of Frederick Packard of Brockton, MA

Fred. Packard

Frederick Packard, born in 1836 in Brockton, MA, emerged as a prominent figure in the local shoe manufacturing industry. His success stemmed from hard work and business acumen. He began his career making boots and shoes, eventually founding firms such as Burt & Packard, which gained a reputation for quality. A respected community member, Packard was active in local organizations and politics but shunned public office. He married Mary Eliza Ramsdell, and after a long and prosperous life, he passed away in 1910, leaving a lasting legacy.