Ray Lawrence Haughton1,2

M, #56551, b. 1 March 1886

Family: Alice E. McGail b. c 1887, d. 20 May 1963

  • Marriage: Ray Lawrence Haughton married Alice E. McGail on circa 1909 age 23 and 22.4

Biography

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BirthMar 1, 1886MI, USA, age 14 in 1900 census; age 24 in 1910 census; age 44 in 1930 census; age 54 in 1940 census1,2
1910 Census1910Detroit, Wayne Co., MI, USA, age 50, widow, 7 children born, 6 living2
Occupation1910railroad office clerk
Mil. DraftSep 12, 1918Detroit, Wayne Co., MI, USA, age 32, traffic dept., Ford Motor Co.
1920 Census1920Detroil, Wayne Co., MI, USA, age 33, railroad office work3
1930 Census1930Detroit, Wayne Co., MI, USA, age 44, steam railroad clerk4
1940 Census1940Dearborn, Wayne Co., MI, USA, age 54, railroad accountant5
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S235] U.S. Census, 1900 Soundex, Detroit, Wayne Co., MI, Reel 92, V. 83, E.D. 137, S. 14, Ln. 79.
  2. [S1231] 1910 U.S. Federal Census , Year: 1910; Census Place: Detroit Ward 12, Wayne, Michigan; Roll: T624_685; Page: 14A; Enumeration District: 0180; FHL microfilm: 1374698.
  3. [S1232] 1920 U.S. Federal Census , Detroit Ward 12, Wayne, Michigan; Roll: T625_811; Page: 23A; Enumeration District: 378.
  4. [S1233] 1930 U.S. Federal Census , Detroit, Wayne Co., Michigan; Roll: 1045 Enumeration District: 358; page 214, sheet 14A; line 4, dwl 3251-23-26.
  5. [S1479] 1940 U.S. Federal Census , Dearborn, Wayne, Michigan; Roll: T627_1826; Page: 62A; Enumeration District: 82-33B; line 38, dwl 7442.

Emmett C. Haughton1,2

M, #56552, b. 15 October 1888, d. 5 September 1951

Biography

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BirthOct 15, 1888Detroil, Wayne Co., MI, USA, age 11 in 1900 census; age 21 in 1910 census1,2,3
Occupation1910street work laborer
1920 Census1920Detroit, MI, USA, age 64, widow4
DeathSep 5, 1951Detroit, MI, USA
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S235] U.S. Census, 1900 Soundex, Detroit, Wayne Co., MI, Reel 92, V. 83, E.D. 137, S. 14, Ln. 79.
  2. [S1231] 1910 U.S. Federal Census , Year: 1910; Census Place: Detroit Ward 12, Wayne, Michigan; Roll: T624_685; Page: 14A; Enumeration District: 0180; FHL microfilm: 1374698.
  3. [S1308] World War I Draft Registration Cards, 1917-1918, online http://content.ancestry.com, 2032415.
  4. [S1232] 1920 U.S. Federal Census , Detroit Ward 12, Wayne, Michigan; Roll: T625_810; Page: 8B; Enumeration District: 355.

Ella Totten1,2

F, #56553, b. May 1856, d. 1921

Family: William Houghton b. 5 Apr 1821, d. 28 Apr 1886

Biography

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BirthMay, 1856NY, USA, age 22 in 1880 census; age 44 in 1900 census; age 51 in 1910 census3
MarriageMay 2, 1878Ridgeway, Lenawee Co., MI, USA1,4
PensionInxJun 7, 1887as widow
1890 Veterans Census1890Kasson, Lelllanau Co., MI, USA, as widow5
1900 Census1900Traverse, Grand Traverse Co., MI, USA, age 44, widow, keeps house3,6
1910 Census1910Traverse, Grand Traverse Co., MI, USA, age 51, widow7
Death1921
BurialRose Hill Cemetery, Empire, Leelanau Co., NY, USA
ParentsDparents born in NY
BiographyElla Totten married William Houghton prior to 1880. She was Williams 3rd wife, due to hardships of his life. It is believed she was the daughter of Samuel and Malina Totten. Their children were Howard, Harrison, and Bertha.
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S1229] 1880 U.S. Federal Census , Kasson, Leelanau, Michigan; Roll: T9_589; Family History Film: 1254589; Page: 474C; Enumeration District: 159; sheet 7, line 19, dwl 67-70.
  2. [S415] E-mail from Lynn Molaski, May 16, 2009.
  3. [S235] U.S. Census, 1900 Soundex, Traverse, Grand Traverse Co., MI, Reel 92, V. 23, E.D. 40, S. 3, Ln. 64.
  4. [S882] Ancestry.Com, online www.ancestry.com, Ancestry.com. Michigan, Marriage Records, 1867-1952 [database on-line]. Provo, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., 2015.
  5. [S882] Ancestry.Com, online www.ancestry.com, Kasson, Leelanau, Michigan; Roll: 21; Page: 2; Enumeration District: 139.
  6. [S1230] 1900 U.S. Federal Census , Traverse, Ward 2, Grand Traverse Co., Michigan; Roll:T623; Enumeration District: 40; Sheet: 3B; line 64, dwl 906-62-66.
  7. [S1231] 1910 U.S. Federal Census , Traverse Ward 2, Grand Traverse, Michigan; Roll: T624_648; Page: 2A; Enumeration District: 54; line 25, dwl 603-34-36.

Howard William Houghton1,2

M, #56554, b. 24 July 1880, d. 28 December 1947

Family: Ida A. Newman b. 17 Aug 1884, d. 31 Oct 1963

Biography

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BirthJul 24, 1880Leelanau Co., MI, USA, Jul 1881, age 19 in 1900 census; age 29 in 1910 census; age 38 in 1920 census; age 49 in 1930 census; age 59 in 1940 census1,2,3
Occupation1900teamster
Marriagecirca 1902Grand Traverse Co., MI, USA, age 21 and 17; mar 8 y in 1910 census4
1910 Census1910Elmwood, Leelanau Co., MI, USA, age 29, farmer5
Mil. DraftSep 12, 1918Leelanau Co., MI, USA, age 38, farming2
1920 Census1920Elmwood, Leelanau Co., MI, USA, age 38, farmer6
1930 Census1930Elmwood, Leelanau Co., MI, USA, age 49, farmer; next door to son Harold4
1940 Census1940Elmwood, Leelanau Co., MI, USA, age 59, farmer; next door to son Howard7
DeathDec 28, 1947Traverse City, Grand Traverse Co., MI, USA3
BurialOakwood Cemetery, Traverse City, Grand Traverse Co., MI, USA
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S235] U.S. Census, 1900 Soundex, Traverse, Grand Traverse Co., MI, Reel 92, V. 23, E.D. 40, S. 3, Ln. 64.
  2. [S1308] World War I Draft Registration Cards, 1917-1918, online http://content.ancestry.com, Roll: 1675806.
  3. [S10] Gravestone, http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi
  4. [S1233] 1930 U.S. Federal Census , Elmwood, Leelanau Co., Michigan; Roll: 1006; Enumeration District: 4; page 73, sheet 2A; line 1, dwl 28-28.
  5. [S1231] 1910 U.S. Federal Census , Elmwood, Leelanau, Michigan; Roll: T624_660; Page: 5B; Enumeration District: 22; line 71, dwl 98-99.
  6. [S1232] 1920 U.S. Federal Census , Elmwood, Leelanau, Michigan; Roll T625_782; Page: 4B; Enumeration District: 48; line 59, dwl 66-82-82.
  7. [S1479] 1940 U.S. Federal Census , Elmwood, Leelanau, Michigan; Roll: T627_1778; Page: 5A; Enumeration District: 45-4; line 16, dwl 92.

Harrison John Houghton1

M, #56555, b. 9 April 1882, d. 18 October 1955

Family: Edith Francis Provencher b. 26 Aug 1883, d. 27 Jul 1955

Biography

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BirthApr 9, 1882MI, USA, age 18 in 1900 census; age 28 in 1910 census; age 37 in 1920 census; age 48 in 1930 census; age 58 in 1940 census1
Occupation1900day laborer
MarriageJun 17, 1903Traverse City, MI, USA, age 21 and 191
1910 Census1910Elmwood, Leelanau Co., MI, USA, age 28, farmer2
Residence1918Traverse, Leelanau Co., MI, USA
Mil. DraftSep 12, 1918Leelanau Co., MI, USA, age 36, farming1
1920 Census1920Elmwood, Leelanau Co., MI, USA, age 37, gravel pit laborer3
1930 Census1930Traverse City, Grand Traverse Co., MI, USA, age 48, retail grocery proprietor4
1940 Census1940Traverse City, Grand Traverse Co., MI, USA, age 58, none5
1950 US Census1950Traverse City, MI, USA, age 68, long illness, arthritis
DeathOct 18, 1955Traverse City, MI, USA
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S1308] World War I Draft Registration Cards, 1917-1918, online http://content.ancestry.com, Roll: 1675806.
  2. [S1231] 1910 U.S. Federal Census , Elmwood, Leelanau, Michigan; Roll: T624_660; Page: 3A; Enumeration District: 22; line 44, dwl 48-49.
  3. [S1232] 1920 U.S. Federal Census , Elmwood, Leelanau, Michigan; Roll T625_782; Page: 5A; Enumeration District: 48; age 46, dwl 105.
  4. [S1233] 1930 U.S. Federal Census , Traverse City, Grand Traverse, Michigan; Roll: 988; Enumeration District: 15; page 188, sheet 18A; line 11, dwl 823-470-474.
  5. [S1479] 1940 U.S. Federal Census , Traverse City, Grand Traverse, Michigan; Roll: T627_1753; Page: 62A; Enumeration District: 28-19; line 25, dwl 204.

Bertha R. Houghton1,2

F, #56556, b. 1886

Biography

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Birth1886MI, USA, Aug 1886 given, age 13 in 1900 census1
1910 Census1910Rochester State Hospital, Rochester, Olmsted Co., MN, USA, age 23, single, state hospital laundress2
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S235] U.S. Census, 1900 Soundex, Traverse, Grand Traverse Co., MI, Reel 92, V. 23, E.D. 40, S. 3, Ln. 64.
  2. [S1231] 1910 U.S. Federal Census , Rochester Ward 2, Olmsted, Minnesota; Roll: T624_713; Page: 1A; Enumeration District: 116;
    line 32.

Hattie O. (?)1

F, #56557, b. March 1865

Family: Ellis L. Houghton b. Sep 1865

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
BirthMar, 1865MI, USA, age 35 in 1900 census; age 48 in 1910 census; age 54 in 1920 census; age 65 in 1930 census1
MarriageOct 23, 1892Oakland Co., MI, USA, age 27 and 27; mar 17 y in 1910 census2
1900 Census1900Troy Twp, Oakland Co., MI, USA, age 34, blacksmith1,3
1910 Census1910Pontiac, Oakland Co., MI, USA, age 48, restaurant chef4
1920 Census1920Pontiac, Oakland Co., MI, USA, age 54, house carpenter5
1930 Census1930Pontiac, Oakland Co., MI, USA, an Ellis L. Houghtonage 65, odd jobs carpenter; father b. PA, mother b. NY2
ParentsDparents born in England
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S235] U.S. Census, 1900 Soundex, Troy Twp, Oakland Co., MI, Reel 92, V. 60, E.D. 102, S. 12, Ln. 88.
  2. [S1233] 1930 U.S. Federal Census , Pontiac, Oakland Co., Michigan; Roll: 1017; Enumeration District: 71; page 239, sheet 16A; line 30, dwl 52-469-500.
  3. [S1230] 1900 U.S. Federal Census , Troy, Oakland, Michigan; Roll: 735; Page: 12B; Enumeration District: 108; FHL microfilm: 1240735; line 88, dwl 273-275.
  4. [S1231] 1910 U.S. Federal Census , Pontiac Ward 2, Oakland, Michigan; Roll: T624_668; Page: 6A; Enumeration District: 139;
    line 23, dwl 69-189-121.
  5. [S1232] 1920 U.S. Federal Census , Pontiac Ward 3, Oakland, Michigan; Roll T625_789; Page: 9A; Enumeration District: 187; line 15, dwl 290-44-179.

Ralph Ellis Houghton1

M, #56558, b. June 1896, d. 9 January 1978

Family: Lathia Pearl Aldridge b. c 1897

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
BirthJun, 1896MI, USA, age 4 in 1900 census; age 13 in 1910 census; age 23 in 1920 census; age 33 in 1930 census; age 43 in 1940 census1
Occupation1920house electrician
MarriageJan 4, 1926Pontiac, MI, USA, age 29 and 212
1930 Census1930Waterford, Oakland Co., MI, USA, age 33, electrical company electrician2
1940 Census1940Waterford, Oakland Co., MI, USA, age 43, auto body assembler3
DivorceJun 28, 1943Oakland, MI, USA
1950 US Census1950Waterford, MI, USA, age 53, divorced, auto plant repair
DeathJan 9, 1978Pontiac, MI, USA
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S235] U.S. Census, 1900 Soundex, Troy Twp, Oakland Co., MI, Reel 92, V. 60, E.D. 102, S. 12, Ln. 88.
  2. [S1233] 1930 U.S. Federal Census , Waterford, Oakland Co., Michigan; Roll: 1019; Enumeration District: 132; page 167, sheet 4A; line 48, dwl 83-99.
  3. [S1479] 1940 U.S. Federal Census , Waterford, Oakland, Michigan; Roll: T627_1804; Page: 2B; Enumeration District: 63-179B; line 59, dwl 3216.

Marion R. Haughton1

F, #56559, b. February 1898

Family: Floyd E. Crawford b. c 1895

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
BirthFeb, 1898MI, USA, age 2 in 1900 census; age 12 in 1910 census1
Marriage
1950 US Census1950Pontiac, MI, USA, age 55, retail shoe store, salesman
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S235] U.S. Census, 1900 Soundex, Troy Twp, Oakland Co., MI, Reel 92, V. 60, E.D. 102, S. 12, Ln. 88.

Emery G. Houghtohn1

M, #56560, b. September 1871

Family: Martha E. (?) b. Nov 1873

Biography

Corresponded with authorN
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BirthSep, 1871MI, USA, age 28 in 1900 census1
Marriage1
1900 Census1900Baltimore, Barry Co., MI, USA1
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S235] U.S. Census, 1900 Soundex, Baltimore, Barry Co., MI, Reel 92, V. 5, E.D. 34, S. 1, Ln. 10.

Martha E. (?)1

F, #56561, b. November 1873

Family: Emery G. Houghtohn b. Sep 1871

Biography

Corresponded with authorN
A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
BirthNov, 1873MI, USA, age 26 in 1900 census1
Marriage1
1900 Census1900Baltimore, Barry Co., MI, USA1
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S235] U.S. Census, 1900 Soundex, Baltimore, Barry Co., MI, Reel 92, V. 5, E.D. 34, S. 1, Ln. 10.

Burke L. Houghtohn1

M, #56562, b. May 1895

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
BirthMay, 1895MI, USA, age 5 in 1900 census1
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S235] U.S. Census, 1900 Soundex, Baltimore, Barry Co., MI, Reel 92, V. 5, E.D. 34, S. 1, Ln. 10.

Sarah R. Houghtohn1

F, #56563, b. May 1897

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
BirthMay, 1897MI, USA, age 3 in 1900 census1
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S235] U.S. Census, 1900 Soundex, Baltimore, Barry Co., MI, Reel 92, V. 5, E.D. 34, S. 1, Ln. 10.

Etta E. Houghton1

F, #56564, b. October 1888

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
BirthOct, 1888MI, USA, age 11 in 1900 census; age 21 in 1910 census; age 28 in 1920 census1
1900 Census1900Woodland, Barry Co., MI, USA, age 11, with grandmother Christina Bizer, b. Germany, and her daughter Emma Bizer, b. MI1,2
1910 Census1910Castleton, Barry Co., MI, USA, age 21, single, boarder with E. Russell Wightman3
1920 Census1920Ann Arbor, Washtenaw Co., MI, USA, age 28, single, music, living with and "protege" to E. Russell Wightman, physics professor, and his family4
Parentage?Woodland, MI, USA
ParentsDfather born in MI, mother born in IL/PA/MI3
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S235] U.S. Census, 1900 Soundex, Woodland, Barry Co., MI, Reel 92, V. 5, E.D. 51, S. 8, Ln. 59.
  2. [S1230] 1900 U.S. Federal Census , Woodland, Barry Co., Michigan; Roll:T623; Enumeration District: 51; Sheet: 8B; line 59, dwl 177-182.
  3. [S1231] 1910 U.S. Federal Census , Castleton, Barry, Michigan; Roll: T624_636; Page: 11A; Enumeration District: 39; line 38, dwl 303-315.
  4. [S1232] 1920 U.S. Federal Census , Ann Arbor Ward 6, Washtenaw, Michigan; Roll T625_799; Page: 5B; Enumeration District: 139; line 60, dwl 535-116-126.

Eugene Houghton1,2

M, #56565, b. 20 September 1875, d. 14 July 1924

Family: Sarah (?) b. Apr 1859

  • Marriage*: Eugene Houghton married Sarah (?) on circa 1896 married 14 years.1

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
BirthSep 20, 1875MI, USA, age 4 in 1880 census; age 24 in 1900 census; age 34 in 1910 census; age 45 in 1920 census4
Marriagecirca 1896married 14 years1
1900 Census1900Ensley Twp, Newaygo Co., MI, USA, age 24, day laborer; 10 children born, 6 living also given as grandchildren, Grace R. Sanders, Jul 1887, 12, MI, and George A. Sanders, Sep. 1893, 6, IN5,6
1910 Census1910Ensley, Newaygo Co., MI, USA, age 34, farmer7
Mil. DraftSep 12, 1918Muskegon, Muskegon Co., MI, USA, age 42, farming4
1920 CensusJan 5, 1920Casnovia, Muskegon Co., MI, USA, age 45, farmer8
DeathJul 14, 1924Ensley, Newaygo Co., MI, USA9
ParentsSfather born in MI, mother born in OH
ResearchEnsley, MI, USA
Duplicate
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S235] U.S. Census, 1900 Soundex, Ensley Twp, Mewaggs Co., MI, Reel 92, V. 59, E.D. 93, S. 9, Ln. 93.
  2. [S1229] 1880 U.S. Federal Census , Ensley, Newaygo, Michigan; Roll: T9_598; Family History Film: 1254598; Page: 451.1000; Enumeration District: 206; line 37, dwl 201-352.
  3. [S415] E-mail from P. Douglas Chapman, Jul 26, 2003.
  4. [S1308] World War I Draft Registration Cards, 1917-1918, online http://content.ancestry.com, 1682686.
  5. [S235] U.S. Census, 1900 Soundex, Ensley Twp, Newaygo Co., MI, Reel 92, V. 59, E.D. 93, S. 9, Ln. 93.
  6. [S1230] 1900 U.S. Federal Census , Ensley, NewaygoCo., Michigan; Roll:T623; Enumeration District: 93; Sheet: 9B; line 93, dwl 203-204.
  7. [S1231] 1910 U.S. Federal Census , Ensley, Newaygo Co., Michigan;Series: T624 Roll: 666 Part: 1 Page: 175A, Enum. District 107, sheet 12A, line 33; dwl 184-186.
  8. [S1232] 1920 U.S. Federal Census , Casnovia, Muskegon, Michigan; Roll: T625_788; Page: 3B; Enumeration District: 115; line 77, dwl 19-59-61.
  9. [S882] Ancestry.Com, online www.ancestry.com, http://trees.ancestry.com/tree/1013985/person/6072389247

Sarah (?)1

F, #56566, b. April 1859

Family: Eugene Houghton b. 20 Sep 1875, d. 14 Jul 1924

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
BirthApr, 1859OH, USA, age 41 in 1900 census; age 49 in 1910 census; age 63 in 1920 census; age 69 in 1930 census1
Marriagecirca 1873age 14
Marriagecirca 1896married 14 years1
1900 Census1900Ensley Twp, Newaygo Co., MI, USA, age 24, day laborer; 10 children born, 6 living also given as grandchildren, Grace R. Sanders, Jul 1887, 12, MI, and George A. Sanders, Sep. 1893, 6, IN2,3
1910 Census1910Ensley, Newaygo Co., MI, USA, age 34, farmer4
1920 CensusJan 5, 1920Casnovia, Muskegon Co., MI, USA, age 45, farmer5
ParentsDparents born in OH
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S235] U.S. Census, 1900 Soundex, Ensley Twp, Mewaggs Co., MI, Reel 92, V. 59, E.D. 93, S. 9, Ln. 93.
  2. [S235] U.S. Census, 1900 Soundex, Ensley Twp, Newaygo Co., MI, Reel 92, V. 59, E.D. 93, S. 9, Ln. 93.
  3. [S1230] 1900 U.S. Federal Census , Ensley, NewaygoCo., Michigan; Roll:T623; Enumeration District: 93; Sheet: 9B; line 93, dwl 203-204.
  4. [S1231] 1910 U.S. Federal Census , Ensley, Newaygo Co., Michigan;Series: T624 Roll: 666 Part: 1 Page: 175A, Enum. District 107, sheet 12A, line 33; dwl 184-186.
  5. [S1232] 1920 U.S. Federal Census , Casnovia, Muskegon, Michigan; Roll: T625_788; Page: 3B; Enumeration District: 115; line 77, dwl 19-59-61.

Sylvester Eugene Houghton1

M, #56567, b. 3 September 1896, d. September 1966

Family: Elsie Overly b. c 1900

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
BirthSep 3, 1896Ensley, Newaygo Co., MI, USA, age 3 in 1900 census; age 12 in 1910 census; age 23 in 1920 census1,2
MarriageOct 7, 1915White Cloud, MI, USA, age 18 and 163
Mil. DraftJun 5, 1918Muskegon, Muskegon Co., MI, USA, age 21
1930 CensusApr 23, 1930Ensley, Newaygo Co., MI, USA, age 33, farmer3
1940 Census1940Ensley, Newaygo Co., MI, USA, age 43, farmer
1950 US Census1950Ensley, Newaygo Co., MI, USA, age 52, farmer
DeathSep, 1966Sand Lake, MI, USA
ResearchEnsley, Newaygo Co., MI, USA, 2 houses apart
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S235] U.S. Census, 1900 Soundex, Ensley Twp, Mewaggs Co., MI, Reel 92, V. 59, E.D. 93, S. 9, Ln. 93.
  2. [S1308] World War I Draft Registration Cards, 1917-1918, online http://content.ancestry.com, 1682686.
  3. [S1233] 1930 U.S. Federal Census , Ensley, Newaygo Co., Michigan; Roll: 1015; Enumeration District: 14; page 163, sheet 8A; line 33; dwl 183-185.
  4. [S93] Newspaper Obituary, http://obits.mlive.com/obituaries/grandrapids/obituary.aspx

Vedia Houghton1

F, #56568, b. October 1897

Family: Ralph Burbank b. c 1888

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
BirthOct, 1897MI, USA, age 2 in 1900 census; age 12 in 1910 census2
Marriage
1950 US Census1950Ensley, MI, USA, age 62, farming
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S1231] 1910 U.S. Federal Census , Ensley, Newaygo Co., Michigan;Series: T624 Roll: 666 Part: 1 Page: 175A, Enum. District 107, sheet 12A, line 33; dwl 184-186.
  2. [S235] U.S. Census, 1900 Soundex, Ensley Twp, Mewaggs Co., MI, Reel 92, V. 59, E.D. 93, S. 9, Ln. 93.

Euler Grant Houghton1,2

M, #56569, b. 13 March 1867, d. 6 January 1943

Family: Mary Clark b. 3 Apr 1867, d. 1952

  • Marriage*: Euler Grant Houghton married Mary Clark on Oct 15, 1890 age 23 and 23; mar 19 years in 1910 census.4,2

Biography

Corresponded with authorN
A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
BirthMar 13, 1867Webster, Washtenaw Co., MI, USA, age 3 in 1870 census; age 13 in 1880 census; age 33 in 1900 census; age 43 in 1910 census; age 52 in 1920 census; age 63 in 1930 census4,2
MarriageOct 15, 1890age 23 and 23; mar 19 years in 1910 census4,2
1900 Census1900LeRoy, Calhoun Co., MI, USA, age 33, merchant4,5
1910 Census1910LeRoy, Calhoun Co., MI, USA, age 47, general merchandise, retail merchant6
1920 Census1920LeRoy, Calhoun Co., MI, USA, age 52, post master7
1930 Census1930LeRoy, Calhoun Co., MI, USA, age 63, machine shop1
DeathJan 6, 1943Battle Creek, MI, USA
ObituaryJan 7, 1943Euler G. Houghton
EAST LEROY—Euler G. Hough- ion. 75. died ai 7:20 p. m. Wcdnes- ; day in his home here after a three- week illness. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Houghton and was born in Webster March 13. 1867. He hod spent nearly all his life in this vicinity. Surviving are the widow, Mary; three sons, Howard and Clark of East Leroy and Donald of Milwaukee, and five grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 2 p. in. Saturday from the Spencer funeral home in Athens with the Rev. A. W. Wallis of Burlington and the Rev. Levant R. Wheaton in charge. Burial will be in the Leroy Congregational cemetery.      
ParentsSfather born in PA, mother born in NY
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S1233] 1930 U.S. Federal Census , Le Roy, Calhoun Co., Michigan; Roll: 979; Enumeration District: 50; page 217, sheet 9A; line 7, dwl 150-205-206.
  2. [S1470] Helen Hicks Kilfoy, Hicks Thurber Family Hx Addendum, p. 106.
  3. [S1229] 1880 U.S. Federal Census , Newton, Calhoun, Michigan; Roll: T9_575; Family History Film: 1254575; Page: 353A; Enumeration District: 60; sheet 13, line 38, dwl 116-121.
  4. [S235] U.S. Census, 1900 Soundex, LeRoy, Calhoun Co., MI, Reel 92, V. 12, E.D. 50, S. 10, Ln. 45.
  5. [S1230] 1900 U.S. Federal Census , LeRoy, Calhoun Co., Michigan; Roll:T623; Enumeration District: 50; Sheet: 10A; line 45, dwl 224-227.
  6. [S1231] 1910 U.S. Federal Census , Leroy, Calhoun, Michigan; Roll: T624_639; Page: 3B; Enumeration District: 64; line 55, dwl 58-60.
  7. [S1232] 1920 U.S. Federal Census , Le Roy, Calhoun, Michigan; Roll T625_760; Page: 5B; Enumeration District: 75; line 91, dwl 114-116.

Mary Clark1,2

F, #56570, b. 3 April 1867, d. 1952

Family: Euler Grant Houghton b. 13 Mar 1867, d. 6 Jan 1943

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
BirthApr 3, 1867MI, USA, age 33 in 1900 census; age 43 in 1910 census; age 52 in 1920 census; age 63 in 1930 census3,2
MarriageOct 15, 1890age 23 and 23; mar 19 years in 1910 census3,2
1900 Census1900LeRoy, Calhoun Co., MI, USA, age 33, merchant3,4
1910 Census1910LeRoy, Calhoun Co., MI, USA, age 47, general merchandise, retail merchant5
1920 Census1920LeRoy, Calhoun Co., MI, USA, age 52, post master6
Occupation1920general merchandise store saleslady6
1930 Census1930LeRoy, Calhoun Co., MI, USA, age 63, machine shop1
1950 US Census1950Oak Park, MI, USA, age 85, widow, patient, private home
Death1952MI, USA
ParentsDfather born in NY, mother born in NJ
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S1233] 1930 U.S. Federal Census , Le Roy, Calhoun Co., Michigan; Roll: 979; Enumeration District: 50; page 217, sheet 9A; line 7, dwl 150-205-206.
  2. [S1470] Helen Hicks Kilfoy, Hicks Thurber Family Hx Addendum, p. 106.
  3. [S235] U.S. Census, 1900 Soundex, LeRoy, Calhoun Co., MI, Reel 92, V. 12, E.D. 50, S. 10, Ln. 45.
  4. [S1230] 1900 U.S. Federal Census , LeRoy, Calhoun Co., Michigan; Roll:T623; Enumeration District: 50; Sheet: 10A; line 45, dwl 224-227.
  5. [S1231] 1910 U.S. Federal Census , Leroy, Calhoun, Michigan; Roll: T624_639; Page: 3B; Enumeration District: 64; line 55, dwl 58-60.
  6. [S1232] 1920 U.S. Federal Census , Le Roy, Calhoun, Michigan; Roll T625_760; Page: 5B; Enumeration District: 75; line 91, dwl 114-116.

Howard Levern Houghton1

M, #56571, b. 16 April 1892, d. 8 October 1968

Family: Bertha Menhennet b. 17 May 1899, d. 17 Nov 1971

Biography

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BirthApr 16, 1892Leroy, MI, USA, Apr 1891, age 8 in 1900 census; age 18 in 1910 census; age 38 in 1930 census; age 47 in 1940 census1,2,3
Research
Mil. DraftJun 5, 1917Battle Creek, Calhoun Co., MI, USA, age 25, a baker, Kellogg Toasted Corn Flake3
Mil. Serv.WWI, Private, US Army4
MarriageSep 25, 1923Marysville, Calhoun Co., MI, USA, Michigan County Marriages, Bertha Menhennet, Calhoun County, 25 Sep 1923, age 24, born ABT 1899; 1930 census: age 30 and 174,5
1930 Census1930Le Roy, Calhoun Co., MI, USA, 2 houses from parents; age 38, machine shop lathe man4
1940 Census1940Leroy, Calhoun Co., MI, USA, age 47, factory worker6
1950 US Census1950Le Roy, Calhoun Co., age 57, printing press factory, machinist
DeathOct 8, 19682,5
BurialCongregational Cemetery, East LeRoy, Calhoun Co., MI, USA
Grandchild
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S235] U.S. Census, 1900 Soundex, LeRoy, Calhoun Co., MI, Reel 92, V. 12, E.D. 50, S. 10, Ln. 45.
  2. [S415] E-mail from Douglas L. Houghton, June 5, 2006.
  3. [S1308] World War I Draft Registration Cards, 1917-1918, online http://content.ancestry.com, 1675064.
  4. [S1233] 1930 U.S. Federal Census , Le Roy, Calhoun Co., Michigan; Roll: 979; Enumeration District: 50; page 217, sheet 9A; line 15, dwl 157-208-209.
  5. [S415] E-mail from Sonia Antonides, Jan 2, 2019:.
  6. [S1479] 1940 U.S. Federal Census , Leroy, Calhoun, Michigan; Roll: m-t0627-01737; Page: 5A; Enumeration District: 13-62.

Richard Donald Houghton1,2

M, #56572, b. 6 June 1894, d. 11 January 1974

Family: Charlotte Marjorie Bleyer b. 2 Jun 1893, d. 11 Jul 1976

Biography

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A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectY
BirthJun 6, 1894Oshkosh, Winnebago Co., MI, USA, Jun 1893, age 6 in 1900 census; age 16 in 1910 census; age 25 in 1920 census; age 36 in 1930 census; age 46 in 1940 census3,4
Mil. DraftJun 5, 1917Calhoun Co., MI, USA, age 22, dist. manager, machine co.5
MarriageJun 10, 1917Milwaukee, WI, USA, age 23 and 231,6
Mil. Serv.US Navy
Research
1920 Census1920Boston, MA, USA, age 25, married, machinery co. sales manager7
1930 Census1930Shorewood, Milwaukee Co., WI, USA, age 36, division manager, steel parts mfg1
1940 Census1940Shorewood, Milwaukee Co., WI, USA, age 46, machinery company service manager8
DeathJan 11, 1974Belgium, Ozaukee Co., WI, USA9,4
BurialForest Home Cemetery, Milwaukee, WI, USA4
Contributn
BiographyHe was a salesman for Koening and for Rex Chain Belt Company and later manager of heavy equipment at A.O. Smith. He bought the Rio Pump Co. in Grafton, Wisconsin from a friend and during World War II he had many war contracts. Marjorie worked with him as secretary. Donald was always called Don. They first lived on 44th St. in Milwaukee and for many years in Shorewood, a suburb of Milwaukee, at 3838 N. Frederick Ave.. Don and Marjorie had three children. All three children attended Atwater Grade School and Shorewood High School were they all graduated. After Bob Houghton retired, he and Marjorie moved to a small town north of
Milwaukee, Belgium, Wisconsin, and lived at 410 Antoine Drive. They celebrated
their 50th wedding anniversary in 19674
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S1233] 1930 U.S. Federal Census , Shorewood, Milwaukee Co., Wisconsin; Roll: 2600; Enumeration District: 362; Page 76, Sheet: 10A; line 4, dwl 1252-187-317.
  2. [S1458] Dorothy Bleyer Strzelczyk, lBeyer Family Tree, p. xxvii.
  3. [S235] U.S. Census, 1900 Soundex, LeRoy, Calhoun Co., MI, Reel 92, V. 12, E.D. 50, S. 10, Ln. 45.
  4. [S1458] Dorothy Bleyer Strzelczyk, lBeyer Family Tree, p. 210.
  5. [S1308] World War I Draft Registration Cards, 1917-1918, online http://content.ancestry.com, 1675071.
  6. [S1470] Helen Hicks Kilfoy, Hicks Thurber Family Hx Addendum, p. 104.
  7. [S1232] 1920 U.S. Federal Census , Boston Ward 25, Suffolk, Massachusetts; Roll: T625_741; Page: 24B; Enumeration District: 591.
  8. [S1479] 1940 U.S. Federal Census , Shorewood, Milwaukee, Wisconsin; Roll: T627_4501; Page: 62B; Enumeration District: 40-46; line 63, dwl 3838.
  9. [S415] E-mail from Douglas L. Houghton, June 5, 2006.

Frank Houghton1

M, #56573, b. October 1878

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
BirthOct, 1878MI, USA, age 21 in 1900 census1
1900 Census1900Burns, Shiawassee Co., MI, USA, a servant to Ira Barnes1
Duplicate
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S235] U.S. Census, 1900 Soundex, Burns, Shiawassee Co., MI, Reel 92, V. 72, E.D. 81, S. 12, Ln. 25.

Frank Houghtin1

M, #56574, b. March 1849

Biography

Corresponded with authorN
A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
NotableY
BirthMar, 1849MI, USA, age 51 in 1900 census1
1900 Census1900Detroit, Wayne Co., MI, USA, age 50, single, dishwasher; a servant to Henry H. Grandahl2
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S235] U.S. Census, 1900 Soundex, Detroit, Wayne Co., MI, Reel 92, V. 77, E.D. 1, S. 6, Ln. 96.
  2. [S1230] 1900 U.S. Federal Census , Detroit Ward 1, Wayne, Michigan; Roll: T623_747; Page: 6B; Enumeration District: 1; line 96.

Alfreda Ellis

F, #56575, b. April 1878

Family: Walter Cyrus Houghton b. 30 Dec 1877, d. Oct 1962

Biography

Corresponded with authorN
A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
BirthApr, 1878MI, USA, age 22 in 1900 census; age 31 in 1910 census; age 41 in 1920 census; age 61 in 1940 census1
MarriageDec 24, 1896Bowne Twp, MI, USA, age 18 and 18; mar 3 years in 1900 census1
1910 Census1910Toppenish, Yakima Co., WA, USA, age 32, farmer2
1920 Census1920Harrah, Yakima Co., WA, USA, age 42, farmer3
1930 Census1930Yakima, Yakima Co., WA, USA, age 52, farmer4
1940 Census1940Harrah, Yakima Co., WA, USA, age 62, farm operator5
ParentsDFather:      Arthur Ellis
Mother:      Helen Ellis; parents born in Eng. Canada
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S235] U.S. Census, 1900 Soundex, Lowell, Kent Co., MI, Reel 92, V. 41, E.D. 94, S. 2, Ln. 25.
  2. [S1231] 1910 U.S. Federal Census , Year: 1910; Census Place: Toppenish, Yakima, Washington; Roll: T624_1675; Page: 1A; Enumeration District: 0314; FHL microfilm: 1375688.
  3. [S1232] 1920 U.S. Federal Census , Harrah, Yakima, Washington; Roll: T625_1945; Page: 16A; Enumeration District: 198; line 1, dwl 58-61.
  4. [S1233] 1930 U.S. Federal Census , Yakima, Yakima Co., Washington; Roll: 2524; Enumeration District: 57; Page 168, Sheet: 4A; line 34, dwl 32-32.
  5. [S1479] 1940 U.S. Federal Census , Harrah, Yakima, Washington; Roll: T627_4372; Page: 1A; Enumeration District: 39-53.
  6. [S93] Newspaper Obituary, Yakima Herald-Republic (Dec/1/2005).

Florence Houghton1

F, #56576, b. September 1899, d. before 2005

Family: George Holder b. c 1894

  • Marriage*: Florence Houghton married George Holder on circa 1918 age 22.2
  • Divorce*: Florence Houghton and George Holder were divorced.

Biography

Corresponded with authorN
A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
BirthSep, 1899MI, USA, age 8/12 in 1900 census; age 10 in 1910 census; age 20 in 1920 census1
Marriagecirca 1918age 222
Divorce
Deathbefore 2005
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S235] U.S. Census, 1900 Soundex, Lowell, Kent Co., MI, Reel 92, V. 41, E.D. 94, S. 2, Ln. 25.
  2. [S1233] 1930 U.S. Federal Census , Yakima, Yakima Co., Washington; Roll: 2524; Enumeration District: 57; Page 168, Sheet: 4A; line 34, dwl 32-32.

Fredrich Houghten1

M, #56577, b. September 1879

Biography

Corresponded with authorN
A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
BirthSep, 1879Canada, age 20 in 1900 census1
Census1900Summerfield Twp, Claire Co., MI, USA, a boarder with George Green1
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S235] U.S. Census, 1900 Soundex, Summerfield Twp, Claire Co., MI, Reel 92, V. 15, E.D. 28, S. 6, Ln. 7.

Florence Houghton1

F, #56578, b. November 1870

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
BirthNov, 1870MI, USA, age 29 in 1900 census1
1900 Census1900Niles, Berrien Co., MI, USA, age 29, single, a servant to William B. Reedy1,2
ParentsDparents born in MI
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S235] U.S. Census, 1900 Soundex, Niles, Berrien Co., MI, Reel 92, V. 9, E.D. 71, S. 8, Ln. 14.
  2. [S1230] 1900 U.S. Federal Census , Niles, Berrien Co., Michigan; Roll:T623; Enumeration District: 71; Sheet: 8A; line 14, dwl 906-184-198.

George Houghton1,2

M, #56579, b. 2 July 1844, d. 7 March 1911

Family: Emma Canham b. 19 Sep 1843, d. 27 Oct 1923

Biography

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A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
BirthJul 2, 1844Cambridgeshire, England, bd given on death certif; age 8 in 1851 census; age 28 in 1871 census; age 38 in 1881 census; June 1850, age 49 in 1900 census; age 66 in 1910 census1
MarriageMar 16, 1861Wicken, Cambridgeshire, England, mar 35 years in 1900 census; mar 47 y in 1910 census1,5
1861 English Census1861Wicken, Cambridgeshire, England, age 19, ag laborer; next door to parents in law William and Ann Canham
1871 English Census1871Wicken, Cambridgeshire, England, age 28, coprolite laborer6
1881 English Census1881Wicken, Cambridgeshire, England, age 38, laborer
ImmigrationOct 31, 1882Quebec, Canada, departed from Liverpool, England; Londonderry, Ireland7
1900 Census1900Argyle Twp, Sanilac Co., MI, USA, age 49, farmer1,8
1910 Census1910Argyle, Sanilac Co., MI, USA, age 66, farmer; 4 houses from son Arthur7
DeathMar 7, 1911Argyle, Sanilac Co., MI, USA, age 66-8-5; due to apoplexy and paralysis; Shabonna, MI also; Kathleen Moss-DeLong: Cass City, Tuscola Co., MI2,9
ObituaryMar 17, 1911Cass City, Tuscola Co., MI, USA, Cass City Chronicle, Cass City, Michigan, Friday, March 17, 1911, Volume 5, Number 49, page 1, colume 4

GEORGE HOUGHTON, Funeral Held at Shabonna M. E. Church Friday Morning

The funeral of George Houghton, aged 66 years, was held at the Shabonna M. E. church Friday morning and the remains were brought to Cass City and intered in the Elkland cemetery. Rev. Wilmot Moore had charge of the services.

Mr. Houghton was born in England. At the age of 39 years, he went to Canada where he lived three years and then moved to Michigan. He was ill but a few days and his death which occurred on March 7, at his home 4 miles east and 1 mile south of Shabonna, was due to paralysis.

He is survived by his companion, a sister, and six sons. All the sons were present at the funeral services except one, who resides in Canada.

More About GEORGE N. HOUGHTON:

Burial: March 10, 1911, Elkland Cemetery, Cass City, MI10
BurialMar 17, 1911Elkland Cemetery, Cass City, Tuscola Co., MI, USA2
BiographyBrian R. Houghton: Some of his siblings moved to Australia. Some of these relatives have really tried to go back further than Thomas Howton, but to no avail. In fact, one of my relatives (not a Houghton) still lives in Wicken, Cambridgeshire.11
ResearchArgyle, Sanilac Co., MI, USA, all Houghtons of Argyle MI were of George's family; CJV: parentage of Herbert Houghton
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S235] U.S. Census, 1900 Soundex, Argyle Twp, Sanilac Co., MI, Reel 92, V. 71, E.D. 113, S. 6, Ln. 28.
  2. [S415] E-mail from Kathleen Moss-DeLong, Dec. 29, 2003.
  3. [S1536] Interview, unknown informant, from Brian R. Houghton, Jan 1, 2017.
  4. [S882] Ancestry.Com, online www.ancestry.com, http://person.ancestry.com/tree/55239543/person/13902618862/…
  5. [S882] Ancestry.Com, online www.ancestry.com, http://person.ancestry.com/tree/5129057/person/6079107372/…
  6. [S1425] Ancestry.com, 1871 England Census, Class: RG10; Piece: 1601; Folio: 111; Page: 24; GSU roll: 829813.
  7. [S1231] 1910 U.S. Federal Census , Argyle, Sanilac, Michigan; Roll: T624_674; Page: 3B; Enumeration District: 127; line 84, dwl 57-58.
  8. [S1230] 1900 U.S. Federal Census , Argyle, Sanilac Co., Michigan; Roll:T623; Enumeration District: 113; Sheet: 6A; line 28, dwl 108-112.
  9. [S882] Ancestry.Com, online www.ancestry.com, http://person.ancestry.com/tree/55239543/person/13902618869/…
  10. [S415] E-mail from Kathleen Moss-DeLong, Dec. 29, 2003: Obituary of George Houghton.
  11. [S1536] Interview, unknown informant, from Brian R. Houghton of England, Jan 1, 2017.

Emma Canham1,2

F, #56580, b. 19 September 1843, d. 27 October 1923

Family: George Houghton b. 2 Jul 1844, d. 7 Mar 1911

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
BirthSep 19, 1843Wicken, Cambridgeshire, England, age 27 in 1871 census; age 37 in 1881 census; Sep 1850, age 49 in 1900 census; age 66 in 1910 census1,2
MarriageMar 16, 1861Wicken, Cambridgeshire, England, mar 35 years in 1900 census; mar 47 y in 1910 census1,2
1861 English Census1861Wicken, Cambridgeshire, England, age 19, ag laborer; next door to parents in law William and Ann Canham
1871 English Census1871Wicken, Cambridgeshire, England, age 28, coprolite laborer3
1881 English Census1881Wicken, Cambridgeshire, England, age 38, laborer
ImmigrationOct 31, 1882Quebec, Canada, departed from Liverpool, England; Londonderry, Ireland4
1900 Census1900Argyle Twp, Sanilac Co., MI, USA, age 49, farmer1,5
1910 Census1910Argyle, Sanilac Co., MI, USA, age 66, farmer; 4 houses from son Arthur4
Note19106 children born, 6 living
DeathOct 27, 19232
ParentsDWilliam Canham 1811– & Ann Horsley 1816–1867; parents born in England
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S235] U.S. Census, 1900 Soundex, Argyle Twp, Sanilac Co., MI, Reel 92, V. 71, E.D. 113, S. 6, Ln. 28.
  2. [S882] Ancestry.Com, online www.ancestry.com, http://person.ancestry.com/tree/5129057/person/6079107372/…
  3. [S1425] Ancestry.com, 1871 England Census, Class: RG10; Piece: 1601; Folio: 111; Page: 24; GSU roll: 829813.
  4. [S1231] 1910 U.S. Federal Census , Argyle, Sanilac, Michigan; Roll: T624_674; Page: 3B; Enumeration District: 127; line 84, dwl 57-58.
  5. [S1230] 1900 U.S. Federal Census , Argyle, Sanilac Co., Michigan; Roll:T623; Enumeration District: 113; Sheet: 6A; line 28, dwl 108-112.