Hewson

History of Ontario County, New York, part 2

History of Ontario County, New York

The History of Ontario County, New York genealogical section provides an extensive array of surnames, indicating the comprehensive nature of the section in Part 2. These genealogies not only serves as a reference for individuals researching family histories but also reflects the diverse settler and immigrant populations that have contributed to the fabric of Ontario County. Each surname represents a family’s journey, struggles, and contributions to the county’s development over centuries.

Biography of George W. Hewson

George W. Hewson, born on October 2, 1866, in Seneca, New York, is the owner of a fruitful farm in Hall, Ontario county. He inherited his father’s legacy, George Hewson, who immigrated from England and established the family homestead in 1845. Educated in district schools and Geneva high school, George W. complemented his learning with self-directed study. He actively engages in local affairs without party allegiance and lives with his sister Jennie on the well-cultivated, 170-acre farm. George remains unmarried and maintains a model farmstead.