Amos Hale Munson
Birth: 13 JUN 1819 in Salisbury, Herkimer Co., New York
Death: 1 APR 1886 in Charlotte, Eaton Co., Michigan
Burial: APR 1886 Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte, Eaton Co., Michigan, Sec. A, Lot 3
Event: Cause of Death (Facts Pg) Pneumonia
Note:
From Eaton County Pioneer Society, Volume 1, page 155:
MUNSON. At his residence in this city, April 1 1886, Amos H. Munson, aged 66 years.
In paying a last tribute of love and respect to the memory of the late Mr. Munson we feel that something more than a more mention of him, as a far-seeing high minded and successful business man, is both fit and warranted. He was indeed a model business Man, strictly honest thoroughly conscientious, always considerate of the rights and interests of others. For thirty-two years he has been most thoroughly identified with the moral, social and business interests of the city and county; very few have been the enterprises started In this city without his assistance. His life has been a part of its business interests, and traces of his handiwork, his substantial improvements and his financial success, will be land marks of remembrance to perpetuate his memory to coming generations. Naturally of a very retiring disposition, and modest and unpretentious in all that related to himself in his friendly and social intercourse with others, he preferred rather that prominence should be given to someone else, while he quietly but heartily contributed to the pleasure and enjoyment of those around him. He possessed a very genial nature, and always took an active interest in the important public business and political affairs of this busy age. His religious profession consisted largely in an unostentatious doing of good work, and in generously contributing to religious and other enterprises which he believed calculated to aid in developing and building up the higher and spiritual nature of man.
Mr. Munson was born June 13, 1819, at Salisbury, N. Y. His father was a farmer; he resided on the farm receiving such an education as was common to the schools of that part of the state at that time. He was united in marriage with Miss Lydia White, Feb. 3, 1840, and continued to reside there until her death, Nov. 20, 1853. There were born to them three daughters, one of whom died quite young. The other two: Augusta M was married to L.B. Brockett in 1861, who with her husband soon after moved to Charlotte, where they continued to live until her death in 1881; Mary A. was joined in marriage with D.P. Sagendorph in this place, October, 1868, where they continued to live until her death in 1876. After the death of his wife in 1853, Mr. Munson determined to move west, and in the fall of 1854 he located in Charlotte. He immediately identified himself with the business interests of this place and took an active part in its prosperity. He purchased large tracts of land, both within the corporate limits of the city and outside, which has since proved very valuable. On the first day of January, 1856, he was married to Mrs. Susan L. Cushing (the former Susan Searles). Soon after the second marriage he purchased a stock of hardware and since that time was engaged in that business in this place. Since the 4th day of November, 1869, has had associated with him Mr. L.B. Brockett, under the firm name of A.H. Munson & Co. His business ability and his financial resources very naturally made him a desirable man to push forward public improvements, and none that he considered of true merit and a benefit to this place were allowed to pass by unhelped. His honesty, capacity and popularity were each recognized. He was made in turn a member of the school board, member of the common council and mayor of the city; but best of all, the poor were never turned away with a frown, and as the best evidence we doubt if there is a poor person in the city but was comparatively acquainted with him. He has three children, the result of his last marriage, two sons and one daughter, who with his wife survive him. For some months he has been confined to the house with neuralgia of the muscles and heart, which resulted in his death as above stated. Last Saturday morning from 9 until 11:30 o'clock was given to reviewing the remains. The funeral was held at the house at 2 P.M. The business houses in the city were closed from 2 to 4p.m. The common council passed suitable resolutions and attended the funeral services in a body. The services were conducted by Rev. W.H. Thompson. The remains were accompanied to their final resting place by relatives, friends, neighbors and city officials and deposited in Maple Hill Cemetery. The grave was lined with black velvet, trimmed with white and ornamented with evergreens and flowers and a sheaf of wheat. Thus it was that every token of love and esteem was shown to one of our oldest and most respected citizens.
As of the 1870 census, had three children by his second wife, Susan Searles.
The Charlotte Republican carried an article on April 20, 1867 about Mr. and Mrs Shippey, who lived in an building on Amos Munson's farm. They apparently ate some biscuits made from flower that had been left in a pan which contained a poison mineral, possibly arsenic. Mrs. Shippey ate one biscuit and became very sick. Mr. Shippey ate two and died.
Information on marriage to Susan Searles Cushing is from Eaton County Marriages, Volume 1, page 318
Last Will and Testament of Amos H. Munson, November 13, 1885:
Know all men by these presents, that Amos H. Munson of the City of Charlotte, County of Eaton, and State of Michigan being of sound mind and disposing memory, do make, ordain, publish and declare this to be my last Will and testament, in manner following, that is to say.
First. I give and bequeath to my wife Susan L. Munson the entire use and control during her lifetime of lot number two (2) in Lawrence addition to the Village (Now City) of Charlotte, it being the place where we now live. Together with all my household furniture and two hundred and fifty dollars of personal property of her own selection, and my wearing apparel to be given her absolutely. The taxes on said lot number two (2) to be paid by my wife Susan L. Munson. All necessary repairs to the Buildings of Fence on Said Lot two to be made by my Executor, and paid for from the income of my real estate. I do also give to my wife Susan L. Munson to be taken in lieu of Dower in my estate the Sum of one thousand Dollars yearly during her lifetime. Said one thousand dollars is to be paid from the proceeds of my real estate and to be paid five hundred dollars every six months.
Second. I will that after my debts are paid, that my personal property except the Cows and other Stock and farming utensils that I shall have on my farm on Section number Six (6) in the town of Eaton in the Said County of Eaton, containing three hundred acres of land, and except as herein before stated, be divided into five equal parts of shares, and that it be given as follows. One fifth part or share to the heirs of my Daughter Augusta M. Brockett deceased whose names are Frank M. Brockett, Benjamin D. Brockett, Mary Brockett, and Ann Brockett. One fifth part or Share to the heirs of my daughter Mary A. Sagendorph deceased, whose names are Kate Sagendorph and Willliam K. Sagendorph. One fifth part of share to to my Daughter Susan A. Munson.
Third. I will that my real Estate be kept in my name and not sold until the death of my wife Susan L. Munson, also the property mentioned on said farm on Section Six in the said town of Eaton until her death.
My Executor with the advise and consent of My Son Melvin W. Munson and My Son in law Lucius B. Brockett is hereby authorized to make such disposition of Stock on Said farm as in their judgment Shall be for the benefit of Said farm, but not to decrease the Value of the Stock nor take from Said farm any Stock except to exchange or Sell as may be most beneficial in the income of said farm during the lifetime of my Wife Susan L. Munson. All necessary repairs on said farm to buildings, fences or other necessary repairs to be made by my executor by and with the advise and consent of my Son Melvin W. Munson and my Son in low Lucious B. Brockett and to be paid for out of the proceeds of Said real estate. Also with their Said advise all necessary repairs on all my real estate I may die possessed of, and my Executor is to pay the taxes on all my estate except the taxes on lot number two that is in this will given to my wife during her life and on which she is to pay the taxes The remaining personal property except that herein before disposed of to be divided in five equal shares or parts to the persons named as prescribed in my Second request and to the persons therein named and in proportions as therein named.
Fourth. I will that after the death of my Wife Susan L. Munson that Lot number two in Lawrence Addition to the Village now City of Charlotte be given to Melvin W. Munson, Mortimer L. Munson and Susan A Munson in equal proportions Share and Share alike, that all the rest and residue of my estate of Whatever nature be Sold or divided up and the proceeds divided in five equal parts or Shares and given to the persons named in and in the proportions and in the manner Stated in my Second request.
Fifth. I will that if any of the children of my daughter Augusta M. Brockett now Deceased Shall die without issue living before the distribution of the whole or any part of my Estate then and in that case that ones Share shall be given equally to the brothers and Sisters children of Said Augusta M. Brockett of any of them living Share and Share alike.
Sixth. I will that if either of the children of my Daughter Mary A. Sagendorph now deceased Shall die without issue living before the distribution of the whole or any part of my estate to them then and in that case the one Surviving Shall take the whole remaining fifth portion or Share that both should be entitled to if living.
Seventh. I will that in case either Melvin W. Munson, Mortimer L. Munson, or Susan A. Munson shall die without both being married and issue of said marriage living at the time of the distribution of my estate then and in that case the whole or any part yet undistributed shall go the the survivors or survivor of the said three that shall be them living.
Eighth. I do hereby appoint Osman Chappell the executor of this will hereby revoking all former wills by me made.
In witness whereof I have hereunto subscribed my name this thirtieth day of November A. D. 1885
Amos H. Munson, witnesses: Jas. Corton and Charles Halsey, both of Eaton County.
Written at Jackson, Michigan, December 29, 1919 by Kate Sagendorph Mason, Amos' granddaughter. (Comments in parentheses by E.H. L. Mason):
Amos H. Munson, was a pioneer in Charlotte, having come there in the early fifties. Land at that time was cheap so he acquired a good many acres around Charlotte. With him came his daughters Augusta and Mary and his maiden sister Ann. (Ann might be Achsah, if not, she needs to be added to the siblings of Amos). A few years after his arrival, he married Mrs. Susan Cushing, a widow with two children, Ella and Frank. (Her maiden name was Searles and her parents and her father's bother were the very first residents of Charlotte.)
The oldest daughter, Augusta, married Lucius Brockett and the first year or so of their married life was passed in New York State (that doesn't fit as don't believe they were married until 1861, at which time they would have already been in Charlotte) where Mr. Brockett ran a dry goods store. They had not been married long, however, before they moved to Charlotte and Grandfather Munson and Mr. Brockett started a hardware store. My grandfather furnished much of the money and had a general oversight over the business, but Mr. Brockett ran the store.
From "Pioneer History of Eaton County Michigan, 1833-1866," complied by Daniel Strange, Published under the auspices of the Eaton County Pioneer and Historical Society, 1923, "A. H. Munson and Theodore J. Thomas established a hardware store here in 1861."
The Charlotte Republican:
January 3, 1867, " A.H. Munson - Hardware - Charlotte - Munson is agent for Doty's Washing Machine." And included is a testament for these machines.
June 6, 1867, A.H. Munson annual income listed at $800.
February 17, 1880 A.H. Munson holding Methodist Meeting.
There was a third Munson family living in Charlotte, namely Darwin Munson (Erastus Darwin Munson), first cousin to Amos and his brother Henry. Quoting from an unidentified article written by one of Henry's daughters, probably Jennie, " He had two daughters. Martha, married James M. Pratt in the east (certainly in Herkimer Co.) and then came to Charlotte. I think that the older residents will remember him as one of the first boot and shoe merchants here. In those days men and boys wore boots. The other daughter, Maria, married a Mr. Cook." According to this same article, When Amos came to Charlotte, after the death of his wife Lydia, he came with his mother and maiden aunt. (That would be Lydia Haile Munson, not to be confused with his wife, Lydia White Munson) and a maiden sister, Ann.
Kate Sagendorph Mason has written, "Mable Ellis' mother was a Hale, I believe and first cousin to grandfather Munson. How was Uncle Edwin Pratt related, or wasn't he?"
From "Charlotte, 1863 - 1963," Amos Munson was mayor of Charlotte in 1881
From "Charlotte the Beautiful, The Maple City of Michigan, 1907" Amos Munson and L.B. Brockett were two of the incorporators of the Charlotte Manufacturing Company on January 15th, 1873. The company started out manufacturing staves and heading timber. In 1884 it moved into bedroom suites and tables. By 1907 it was mainly producing office and library tables and employing about 60 to 70 workers.
In the 1850 Census in Salisbury, Herkimer Co., NY, in addtion to Augusta 8 and Mary 6, Amos and Lydia had Amos' mother, Lydia 70, and his still unmarried sister, Angeline 30, and one laborer living in the household. Amos was listed as a farmer.
In the 1860 Census in Charlotte, Eaton Co., NY, Amos, 40, is with new wife, Susan L., 35; Augusta 19;
Mary, 17; William,3; and Susann's children from her first maariage to Rolla cushing: Ella L. Cushing, 17; and Frank B. Cushing, 11.
In the 1870 Census, in Eaton Co., MI, he is listed as a farmer with his second wife, Susan, and three children, William (Melvin William), looks like Merton (Mortimer L.) and Lura (Susan A.)
(See more in the extensive writings of Kate Sagendorph Mason)
Father: William Munson b: 15 AUG 1774 in Putney, Windham Co., Vermont
Mother: Lydia Haile b: 2 MAR 1778 in Putney, Windham Co., Vermont
Married: 1) Lydia S. White b: 13 SEP 1819 in Salisbury, Herkimer Co. New York
Married: 3 FEB 1840 in Salisbury, Herkimer Co., New York
Children
Augusta Munson b: 8 DEC 1840 in Salisbury, Herkimer Co., New York
Mary Angeline Munson b: 19 MAY 1843 in Salisbury Center, Herkimer Co., New York
Alice Munson b: MAY 1852/1851 in Salisbury, Herkimer Co., New York
Married: 2) Susan L. Searles b: 10 AUG 1824 in New York
Married: 1 JAN 1856 in Charlotte, Eaton Co., Michigan
Children
Melvin William Munson b: 31 MAY 1857 in Charlotte, Eaton Co., Michigan
Mortimer L. Munson b: 1861 in Charlotte, Eaton Co., Michigan
Susan A. Munson b: 1867
Grace Johnson Munson b: 1870
Birth: 13 JUN 1819 in Salisbury, Herkimer Co., New York
Death: 1 APR 1886 in Charlotte, Eaton Co., Michigan
Burial: APR 1886 Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte, Eaton Co., Michigan, Sec. A, Lot 3
Event: Cause of Death (Facts Pg) Pneumonia
Note:
From Eaton County Pioneer Society, Volume 1, page 155:
MUNSON. At his residence in this city, April 1 1886, Amos H. Munson, aged 66 years.
In paying a last tribute of love and respect to the memory of the late Mr. Munson we feel that something more than a more mention of him, as a far-seeing high minded and successful business man, is both fit and warranted. He was indeed a model business Man, strictly honest thoroughly conscientious, always considerate of the rights and interests of others. For thirty-two years he has been most thoroughly identified with the moral, social and business interests of the city and county; very few have been the enterprises started In this city without his assistance. His life has been a part of its business interests, and traces of his handiwork, his substantial improvements and his financial success, will be land marks of remembrance to perpetuate his memory to coming generations. Naturally of a very retiring disposition, and modest and unpretentious in all that related to himself in his friendly and social intercourse with others, he preferred rather that prominence should be given to someone else, while he quietly but heartily contributed to the pleasure and enjoyment of those around him. He possessed a very genial nature, and always took an active interest in the important public business and political affairs of this busy age. His religious profession consisted largely in an unostentatious doing of good work, and in generously contributing to religious and other enterprises which he believed calculated to aid in developing and building up the higher and spiritual nature of man.
Mr. Munson was born June 13, 1819, at Salisbury, N. Y. His father was a farmer; he resided on the farm receiving such an education as was common to the schools of that part of the state at that time. He was united in marriage with Miss Lydia White, Feb. 3, 1840, and continued to reside there until her death, Nov. 20, 1853. There were born to them three daughters, one of whom died quite young. The other two: Augusta M was married to L.B. Brockett in 1861, who with her husband soon after moved to Charlotte, where they continued to live until her death in 1881; Mary A. was joined in marriage with D.P. Sagendorph in this place, October, 1868, where they continued to live until her death in 1876. After the death of his wife in 1853, Mr. Munson determined to move west, and in the fall of 1854 he located in Charlotte. He immediately identified himself with the business interests of this place and took an active part in its prosperity. He purchased large tracts of land, both within the corporate limits of the city and outside, which has since proved very valuable. On the first day of January, 1856, he was married to Mrs. Susan L. Cushing (the former Susan Searles). Soon after the second marriage he purchased a stock of hardware and since that time was engaged in that business in this place. Since the 4th day of November, 1869, has had associated with him Mr. L.B. Brockett, under the firm name of A.H. Munson & Co. His business ability and his financial resources very naturally made him a desirable man to push forward public improvements, and none that he considered of true merit and a benefit to this place were allowed to pass by unhelped. His honesty, capacity and popularity were each recognized. He was made in turn a member of the school board, member of the common council and mayor of the city; but best of all, the poor were never turned away with a frown, and as the best evidence we doubt if there is a poor person in the city but was comparatively acquainted with him. He has three children, the result of his last marriage, two sons and one daughter, who with his wife survive him. For some months he has been confined to the house with neuralgia of the muscles and heart, which resulted in his death as above stated. Last Saturday morning from 9 until 11:30 o'clock was given to reviewing the remains. The funeral was held at the house at 2 P.M. The business houses in the city were closed from 2 to 4p.m. The common council passed suitable resolutions and attended the funeral services in a body. The services were conducted by Rev. W.H. Thompson. The remains were accompanied to their final resting place by relatives, friends, neighbors and city officials and deposited in Maple Hill Cemetery. The grave was lined with black velvet, trimmed with white and ornamented with evergreens and flowers and a sheaf of wheat. Thus it was that every token of love and esteem was shown to one of our oldest and most respected citizens.
As of the 1870 census, had three children by his second wife, Susan Searles.
The Charlotte Republican carried an article on April 20, 1867 about Mr. and Mrs Shippey, who lived in an building on Amos Munson's farm. They apparently ate some biscuits made from flower that had been left in a pan which contained a poison mineral, possibly arsenic. Mrs. Shippey ate one biscuit and became very sick. Mr. Shippey ate two and died.
Information on marriage to Susan Searles Cushing is from Eaton County Marriages, Volume 1, page 318
Last Will and Testament of Amos H. Munson, November 13, 1885:
Know all men by these presents, that Amos H. Munson of the City of Charlotte, County of Eaton, and State of Michigan being of sound mind and disposing memory, do make, ordain, publish and declare this to be my last Will and testament, in manner following, that is to say.
First. I give and bequeath to my wife Susan L. Munson the entire use and control during her lifetime of lot number two (2) in Lawrence addition to the Village (Now City) of Charlotte, it being the place where we now live. Together with all my household furniture and two hundred and fifty dollars of personal property of her own selection, and my wearing apparel to be given her absolutely. The taxes on said lot number two (2) to be paid by my wife Susan L. Munson. All necessary repairs to the Buildings of Fence on Said Lot two to be made by my Executor, and paid for from the income of my real estate. I do also give to my wife Susan L. Munson to be taken in lieu of Dower in my estate the Sum of one thousand Dollars yearly during her lifetime. Said one thousand dollars is to be paid from the proceeds of my real estate and to be paid five hundred dollars every six months.
Second. I will that after my debts are paid, that my personal property except the Cows and other Stock and farming utensils that I shall have on my farm on Section number Six (6) in the town of Eaton in the Said County of Eaton, containing three hundred acres of land, and except as herein before stated, be divided into five equal parts of shares, and that it be given as follows. One fifth part or share to the heirs of my Daughter Augusta M. Brockett deceased whose names are Frank M. Brockett, Benjamin D. Brockett, Mary Brockett, and Ann Brockett. One fifth part or Share to the heirs of my daughter Mary A. Sagendorph deceased, whose names are Kate Sagendorph and Willliam K. Sagendorph. One fifth part of share to to my Daughter Susan A. Munson.
Third. I will that my real Estate be kept in my name and not sold until the death of my wife Susan L. Munson, also the property mentioned on said farm on Section Six in the said town of Eaton until her death.
My Executor with the advise and consent of My Son Melvin W. Munson and My Son in law Lucius B. Brockett is hereby authorized to make such disposition of Stock on Said farm as in their judgment Shall be for the benefit of Said farm, but not to decrease the Value of the Stock nor take from Said farm any Stock except to exchange or Sell as may be most beneficial in the income of said farm during the lifetime of my Wife Susan L. Munson. All necessary repairs on said farm to buildings, fences or other necessary repairs to be made by my executor by and with the advise and consent of my Son Melvin W. Munson and my Son in low Lucious B. Brockett and to be paid for out of the proceeds of Said real estate. Also with their Said advise all necessary repairs on all my real estate I may die possessed of, and my Executor is to pay the taxes on all my estate except the taxes on lot number two that is in this will given to my wife during her life and on which she is to pay the taxes The remaining personal property except that herein before disposed of to be divided in five equal shares or parts to the persons named as prescribed in my Second request and to the persons therein named and in proportions as therein named.
Fourth. I will that after the death of my Wife Susan L. Munson that Lot number two in Lawrence Addition to the Village now City of Charlotte be given to Melvin W. Munson, Mortimer L. Munson and Susan A Munson in equal proportions Share and Share alike, that all the rest and residue of my estate of Whatever nature be Sold or divided up and the proceeds divided in five equal parts or Shares and given to the persons named in and in the proportions and in the manner Stated in my Second request.
Fifth. I will that if any of the children of my daughter Augusta M. Brockett now Deceased Shall die without issue living before the distribution of the whole or any part of my Estate then and in that case that ones Share shall be given equally to the brothers and Sisters children of Said Augusta M. Brockett of any of them living Share and Share alike.
Sixth. I will that if either of the children of my Daughter Mary A. Sagendorph now deceased Shall die without issue living before the distribution of the whole or any part of my estate to them then and in that case the one Surviving Shall take the whole remaining fifth portion or Share that both should be entitled to if living.
Seventh. I will that in case either Melvin W. Munson, Mortimer L. Munson, or Susan A. Munson shall die without both being married and issue of said marriage living at the time of the distribution of my estate then and in that case the whole or any part yet undistributed shall go the the survivors or survivor of the said three that shall be them living.
Eighth. I do hereby appoint Osman Chappell the executor of this will hereby revoking all former wills by me made.
In witness whereof I have hereunto subscribed my name this thirtieth day of November A. D. 1885
Amos H. Munson, witnesses: Jas. Corton and Charles Halsey, both of Eaton County.
Written at Jackson, Michigan, December 29, 1919 by Kate Sagendorph Mason, Amos' granddaughter. (Comments in parentheses by E.H. L. Mason):
Amos H. Munson, was a pioneer in Charlotte, having come there in the early fifties. Land at that time was cheap so he acquired a good many acres around Charlotte. With him came his daughters Augusta and Mary and his maiden sister Ann. (Ann might be Achsah, if not, she needs to be added to the siblings of Amos). A few years after his arrival, he married Mrs. Susan Cushing, a widow with two children, Ella and Frank. (Her maiden name was Searles and her parents and her father's bother were the very first residents of Charlotte.)
The oldest daughter, Augusta, married Lucius Brockett and the first year or so of their married life was passed in New York State (that doesn't fit as don't believe they were married until 1861, at which time they would have already been in Charlotte) where Mr. Brockett ran a dry goods store. They had not been married long, however, before they moved to Charlotte and Grandfather Munson and Mr. Brockett started a hardware store. My grandfather furnished much of the money and had a general oversight over the business, but Mr. Brockett ran the store.
From "Pioneer History of Eaton County Michigan, 1833-1866," complied by Daniel Strange, Published under the auspices of the Eaton County Pioneer and Historical Society, 1923, "A. H. Munson and Theodore J. Thomas established a hardware store here in 1861."
The Charlotte Republican:
January 3, 1867, " A.H. Munson - Hardware - Charlotte - Munson is agent for Doty's Washing Machine." And included is a testament for these machines.
June 6, 1867, A.H. Munson annual income listed at $800.
February 17, 1880 A.H. Munson holding Methodist Meeting.
There was a third Munson family living in Charlotte, namely Darwin Munson (Erastus Darwin Munson), first cousin to Amos and his brother Henry. Quoting from an unidentified article written by one of Henry's daughters, probably Jennie, " He had two daughters. Martha, married James M. Pratt in the east (certainly in Herkimer Co.) and then came to Charlotte. I think that the older residents will remember him as one of the first boot and shoe merchants here. In those days men and boys wore boots. The other daughter, Maria, married a Mr. Cook." According to this same article, When Amos came to Charlotte, after the death of his wife Lydia, he came with his mother and maiden aunt. (That would be Lydia Haile Munson, not to be confused with his wife, Lydia White Munson) and a maiden sister, Ann.
Kate Sagendorph Mason has written, "Mable Ellis' mother was a Hale, I believe and first cousin to grandfather Munson. How was Uncle Edwin Pratt related, or wasn't he?"
From "Charlotte, 1863 - 1963," Amos Munson was mayor of Charlotte in 1881
From "Charlotte the Beautiful, The Maple City of Michigan, 1907" Amos Munson and L.B. Brockett were two of the incorporators of the Charlotte Manufacturing Company on January 15th, 1873. The company started out manufacturing staves and heading timber. In 1884 it moved into bedroom suites and tables. By 1907 it was mainly producing office and library tables and employing about 60 to 70 workers.
In the 1850 Census in Salisbury, Herkimer Co., NY, in addtion to Augusta 8 and Mary 6, Amos and Lydia had Amos' mother, Lydia 70, and his still unmarried sister, Angeline 30, and one laborer living in the household. Amos was listed as a farmer.
In the 1860 Census in Charlotte, Eaton Co., NY, Amos, 40, is with new wife, Susan L., 35; Augusta 19;
Mary, 17; William,3; and Susann's children from her first maariage to Rolla cushing: Ella L. Cushing, 17; and Frank B. Cushing, 11.
In the 1870 Census, in Eaton Co., MI, he is listed as a farmer with his second wife, Susan, and three children, William (Melvin William), looks like Merton (Mortimer L.) and Lura (Susan A.)
(See more in the extensive writings of Kate Sagendorph Mason)
Father: William Munson b: 15 AUG 1774 in Putney, Windham Co., Vermont
Mother: Lydia Haile b: 2 MAR 1778 in Putney, Windham Co., Vermont
Married: 1) Lydia S. White b: 13 SEP 1819 in Salisbury, Herkimer Co. New York
Married: 3 FEB 1840 in Salisbury, Herkimer Co., New York
Children
Augusta Munson b: 8 DEC 1840 in Salisbury, Herkimer Co., New York
Mary Angeline Munson b: 19 MAY 1843 in Salisbury Center, Herkimer Co., New York
Alice Munson b: MAY 1852/1851 in Salisbury, Herkimer Co., New York
Married: 2) Susan L. Searles b: 10 AUG 1824 in New York
Married: 1 JAN 1856 in Charlotte, Eaton Co., Michigan
Children
Melvin William Munson b: 31 MAY 1857 in Charlotte, Eaton Co., Michigan
Mortimer L. Munson b: 1861 in Charlotte, Eaton Co., Michigan
Susan A. Munson b: 1867
Grace Johnson Munson b: 1870
Amos Hale Munson
Birth: 13 JUN 1819 in Salisbury, Herkimer Co., New York
Death: 1 APR 1886 in Charlotte, Eaton Co., Michigan
Burial: APR 1886 Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte, Eaton Co., Michigan, Sec. A, Lot 3
Event: Cause of Death (Facts Pg) Pneumonia
Note:
From Eaton County Pioneer Society, Volume 1, page 155:
MUNSON. At his residence in this city, April 1 1886, Amos H. Munson, aged 66 years.
In paying a last tribute of love and respect to the memory of the late Mr. Munson we feel that something more than a more mention of him, as a far-seeing high minded and successful business man, is both fit and warranted. He was indeed a model business Man, strictly honest thoroughly conscientious, always considerate of the rights and interests of others. For thirty-two years he has been most thoroughly identified with the moral, social and business interests of the city and county; very few have been the enterprises started In this city without his assistance. His life has been a part of its business interests, and traces of his handiwork, his substantial improvements and his financial success, will be land marks of remembrance to perpetuate his memory to coming generations. Naturally of a very retiring disposition, and modest and unpretentious in all that related to himself in his friendly and social intercourse with others, he preferred rather that prominence should be given to someone else, while he quietly but heartily contributed to the pleasure and enjoyment of those around him. He possessed a very genial nature, and always took an active interest in the important public business and political affairs of this busy age. His religious profession consisted largely in an unostentatious doing of good work, and in generously contributing to religious and other enterprises which he believed calculated to aid in developing and building up the higher and spiritual nature of man.
Mr. Munson was born June 13, 1819, at Salisbury, N. Y. His father was a farmer; he resided on the farm receiving such an education as was common to the schools of that part of the state at that time. He was united in marriage with Miss Lydia White, Feb. 3, 1840, and continued to reside there until her death, Nov. 20, 1853. There were born to them three daughters, one of whom died quite young. The other two: Augusta M was married to L.B. Brockett in 1861, who with her husband soon after moved to Charlotte, where they continued to live until her death in 1881; Mary A. was joined in marriage with D.P. Sagendorph in this place, October, 1868, where they continued to live until her death in 1876. After the death of his wife in 1853, Mr. Munson determined to move west, and in the fall of 1854 he located in Charlotte. He immediately identified himself with the business interests of this place and took an active part in its prosperity. He purchased large tracts of land, both within the corporate limits of the city and outside, which has since proved very valuable. On the first day of January, 1856, he was married to Mrs. Susan L. Cushing (the former Susan Searles). Soon after the second marriage he purchased a stock of hardware and since that time was engaged in that business in this place. Since the 4th day of November, 1869, has had associated with him Mr. L.B. Brockett, under the firm name of A.H. Munson & Co. His business ability and his financial resources very naturally made him a desirable man to push forward public improvements, and none that he considered of true merit and a benefit to this place were allowed to pass by unhelped. His honesty, capacity and popularity were each recognized. He was made in turn a member of the school board, member of the common council and mayor of the city; but best of all, the poor were never turned away with a frown, and as the best evidence we doubt if there is a poor person in the city but was comparatively acquainted with him. He has three children, the result of his last marriage, two sons and one daughter, who with his wife survive him. For some months he has been confined to the house with neuralgia of the muscles and heart, which resulted in his death as above stated. Last Saturday morning from 9 until 11:30 o'clock was given to reviewing the remains. The funeral was held at the house at 2 P.M. The business houses in the city were closed from 2 to 4p.m. The common council passed suitable resolutions and attended the funeral services in a body. The services were conducted by Rev. W.H. Thompson. The remains were accompanied to their final resting place by relatives, friends, neighbors and city officials and deposited in Maple Hill Cemetery. The grave was lined with black velvet, trimmed with white and ornamented with evergreens and flowers and a sheaf of wheat. Thus it was that every token of love and esteem was shown to one of our oldest and most respected citizens.
As of the 1870 census, had three children by his second wife, Susan Searles.
The Charlotte Republican carried an article on April 20, 1867 about Mr. and Mrs Shippey, who lived in an building on Amos Munson's farm. They apparently ate some biscuits made from flower that had been left in a pan which contained a poison mineral, possibly arsenic. Mrs. Shippey ate one biscuit and became very sick. Mr. Shippey ate two and died.
Information on marriage to Susan Searles Cushing is from Eaton County Marriages, Volume 1, page 318
Last Will and Testament of Amos H. Munson, November 13, 1885:
Know all men by these presents, that Amos H. Munson of the City of Charlotte, County of Eaton, and State of Michigan being of sound mind and disposing memory, do make, ordain, publish and declare this to be my last Will and testament, in manner following, that is to say.
First. I give and bequeath to my wife Susan L. Munson the entire use and control during her lifetime of lot number two (2) in Lawrence addition to the Village (Now City) of Charlotte, it being the place where we now live. Together with all my household furniture and two hundred and fifty dollars of personal property of her own selection, and my wearing apparel to be given her absolutely. The taxes on said lot number two (2) to be paid by my wife Susan L. Munson. All necessary repairs to the Buildings of Fence on Said Lot two to be made by my Executor, and paid for from the income of my real estate. I do also give to my wife Susan L. Munson to be taken in lieu of Dower in my estate the Sum of one thousand Dollars yearly during her lifetime. Said one thousand dollars is to be paid from the proceeds of my real estate and to be paid five hundred dollars every six months.
Second. I will that after my debts are paid, that my personal property except the Cows and other Stock and farming utensils that I shall have on my farm on Section number Six (6) in the town of Eaton in the Said County of Eaton, containing three hundred acres of land, and except as herein before stated, be divided into five equal parts of shares, and that it be given as follows. One fifth part or share to the heirs of my Daughter Augusta M. Brockett deceased whose names are Frank M. Brockett, Benjamin D. Brockett, Mary Brockett, and Ann Brockett. One fifth part or Share to the heirs of my daughter Mary A. Sagendorph deceased, whose names are Kate Sagendorph and Willliam K. Sagendorph. One fifth part of share to to my Daughter Susan A. Munson.
Third. I will that my real Estate be kept in my name and not sold until the death of my wife Susan L. Munson, also the property mentioned on said farm on Section Six in the said town of Eaton until her death.
My Executor with the advise and consent of My Son Melvin W. Munson and My Son in law Lucius B. Brockett is hereby authorized to make such disposition of Stock on Said farm as in their judgment Shall be for the benefit of Said farm, but not to decrease the Value of the Stock nor take from Said farm any Stock except to exchange or Sell as may be most beneficial in the income of said farm during the lifetime of my Wife Susan L. Munson. All necessary repairs on said farm to buildings, fences or other necessary repairs to be made by my executor by and with the advise and consent of my Son Melvin W. Munson and my Son in low Lucious B. Brockett and to be paid for out of the proceeds of Said real estate. Also with their Said advise all necessary repairs on all my real estate I may die possessed of, and my Executor is to pay the taxes on all my estate except the taxes on lot number two that is in this will given to my wife during her life and on which she is to pay the taxes The remaining personal property except that herein before disposed of to be divided in five equal shares or parts to the persons named as prescribed in my Second request and to the persons therein named and in proportions as therein named.
Fourth. I will that after the death of my Wife Susan L. Munson that Lot number two in Lawrence Addition to the Village now City of Charlotte be given to Melvin W. Munson, Mortimer L. Munson and Susan A Munson in equal proportions Share and Share alike, that all the rest and residue of my estate of Whatever nature be Sold or divided up and the proceeds divided in five equal parts or Shares and given to the persons named in and in the proportions and in the manner Stated in my Second request.
Fifth. I will that if any of the children of my daughter Augusta M. Brockett now Deceased Shall die without issue living before the distribution of the whole or any part of my Estate then and in that case that ones Share shall be given equally to the brothers and Sisters children of Said Augusta M. Brockett of any of them living Share and Share alike.
Sixth. I will that if either of the children of my Daughter Mary A. Sagendorph now deceased Shall die without issue living before the distribution of the whole or any part of my estate to them then and in that case the one Surviving Shall take the whole remaining fifth portion or Share that both should be entitled to if living.
Seventh. I will that in case either Melvin W. Munson, Mortimer L. Munson, or Susan A. Munson shall die without both being married and issue of said marriage living at the time of the distribution of my estate then and in that case the whole or any part yet undistributed shall go the the survivors or survivor of the said three that shall be them living.
Eighth. I do hereby appoint Osman Chappell the executor of this will hereby revoking all former wills by me made.
In witness whereof I have hereunto subscribed my name this thirtieth day of November A. D. 1885
Amos H. Munson, witnesses: Jas. Corton and Charles Halsey, both of Eaton County.
Written at Jackson, Michigan, December 29, 1919 by Kate Sagendorph Mason, Amos' granddaughter. (Comments in parentheses by E.H. L. Mason):
Amos H. Munson, was a pioneer in Charlotte, having come there in the early fifties. Land at that time was cheap so he acquired a good many acres around Charlotte. With him came his daughters Augusta and Mary and his maiden sister Ann. (Ann might be Achsah, if not, she needs to be added to the siblings of Amos). A few years after his arrival, he married Mrs. Susan Cushing, a widow with two children, Ella and Frank. (Her maiden name was Searles and her parents and her father's bother were the very first residents of Charlotte.)
The oldest daughter, Augusta, married Lucius Brockett and the first year or so of their married life was passed in New York State (that doesn't fit as don't believe they were married until 1861, at which time they would have already been in Charlotte) where Mr. Brockett ran a dry goods store. They had not been married long, however, before they moved to Charlotte and Grandfather Munson and Mr. Brockett started a hardware store. My grandfather furnished much of the money and had a general oversight over the business, but Mr. Brockett ran the store.
From "Pioneer History of Eaton County Michigan, 1833-1866," complied by Daniel Strange, Published under the auspices of the Eaton County Pioneer and Historical Society, 1923, "A. H. Munson and Theodore J. Thomas established a hardware store here in 1861."
The Charlotte Republican:
January 3, 1867, " A.H. Munson - Hardware - Charlotte - Munson is agent for Doty's Washing Machine." And included is a testament for these machines.
June 6, 1867, A.H. Munson annual income listed at $800.
February 17, 1880 A.H. Munson holding Methodist Meeting.
There was a third Munson family living in Charlotte, namely Darwin Munson (Erastus Darwin Munson), first cousin to Amos and his brother Henry. Quoting from an unidentified article written by one of Henry's daughters, probably Jennie, " He had two daughters. Martha, married James M. Pratt in the east (certainly in Herkimer Co.) and then came to Charlotte. I think that the older residents will remember him as one of the first boot and shoe merchants here. In those days men and boys wore boots. The other daughter, Maria, married a Mr. Cook." According to this same article, When Amos came to Charlotte, after the death of his wife Lydia, he came with his mother and maiden aunt. (That would be Lydia Haile Munson, not to be confused with his wife, Lydia White Munson) and a maiden sister, Ann.
Kate Sagendorph Mason has written, "Mable Ellis' mother was a Hale, I believe and first cousin to grandfather Munson. How was Uncle Edwin Pratt related, or wasn't he?"
From "Charlotte, 1863 - 1963," Amos Munson was mayor of Charlotte in 1881
From "Charlotte the Beautiful, The Maple City of Michigan, 1907" Amos Munson and L.B. Brockett were two of the incorporators of the Charlotte Manufacturing Company on January 15th, 1873. The company started out manufacturing staves and heading timber. In 1884 it moved into bedroom suites and tables. By 1907 it was mainly producing office and library tables and employing about 60 to 70 workers.
In the 1850 Census in Salisbury, Herkimer Co., NY, in addtion to Augusta 8 and Mary 6, Amos and Lydia had Amos' mother, Lydia 70, and his still unmarried sister, Angeline 30, and one laborer living in the household. Amos was listed as a farmer.
In the 1860 Census in Charlotte, Eaton Co., NY, Amos, 40, is with new wife, Susan L., 35; Augusta 19;
Mary, 17; William,3; and Susann's children from her first maariage to Rolla cushing: Ella L. Cushing, 17; and Frank B. Cushing, 11.
In the 1870 Census, in Eaton Co., MI, he is listed as a farmer with his second wife, Susan, and three children, William (Melvin William), looks like Merton (Mortimer L.) and Lura (Susan A.)
(See more in the extensive writings of Kate Sagendorph Mason)
Father: William Munson b: 15 AUG 1774 in Putney, Windham Co., Vermont
Mother: Lydia Haile b: 2 MAR 1778 in Putney, Windham Co., Vermont
Married: 1) Lydia S. White b: 13 SEP 1819 in Salisbury, Herkimer Co. New York
Married: 3 FEB 1840 in Salisbury, Herkimer Co., New York
Children
Augusta Munson b: 8 DEC 1840 in Salisbury, Herkimer Co., New York
Mary Angeline Munson b: 19 MAY 1843 in Salisbury Center, Herkimer Co., New York
Alice Munson b: MAY 1852/1851 in Salisbury, Herkimer Co., New York
Married: 2) Susan L. Searles b: 10 AUG 1824 in New York
Married: 1 JAN 1856 in Charlotte, Eaton Co., Michigan
Children
Melvin William Munson b: 31 MAY 1857 in Charlotte, Eaton Co., Michigan
Mortimer L. Munson b: 1861 in Charlotte, Eaton Co., Michigan
Susan A. Munson b: 1867
Grace Johnson Munson b: 1870
Birth: 13 JUN 1819 in Salisbury, Herkimer Co., New York
Death: 1 APR 1886 in Charlotte, Eaton Co., Michigan
Burial: APR 1886 Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte, Eaton Co., Michigan, Sec. A, Lot 3
Event: Cause of Death (Facts Pg) Pneumonia
Note:
From Eaton County Pioneer Society, Volume 1, page 155:
MUNSON. At his residence in this city, April 1 1886, Amos H. Munson, aged 66 years.
In paying a last tribute of love and respect to the memory of the late Mr. Munson we feel that something more than a more mention of him, as a far-seeing high minded and successful business man, is both fit and warranted. He was indeed a model business Man, strictly honest thoroughly conscientious, always considerate of the rights and interests of others. For thirty-two years he has been most thoroughly identified with the moral, social and business interests of the city and county; very few have been the enterprises started In this city without his assistance. His life has been a part of its business interests, and traces of his handiwork, his substantial improvements and his financial success, will be land marks of remembrance to perpetuate his memory to coming generations. Naturally of a very retiring disposition, and modest and unpretentious in all that related to himself in his friendly and social intercourse with others, he preferred rather that prominence should be given to someone else, while he quietly but heartily contributed to the pleasure and enjoyment of those around him. He possessed a very genial nature, and always took an active interest in the important public business and political affairs of this busy age. His religious profession consisted largely in an unostentatious doing of good work, and in generously contributing to religious and other enterprises which he believed calculated to aid in developing and building up the higher and spiritual nature of man.
Mr. Munson was born June 13, 1819, at Salisbury, N. Y. His father was a farmer; he resided on the farm receiving such an education as was common to the schools of that part of the state at that time. He was united in marriage with Miss Lydia White, Feb. 3, 1840, and continued to reside there until her death, Nov. 20, 1853. There were born to them three daughters, one of whom died quite young. The other two: Augusta M was married to L.B. Brockett in 1861, who with her husband soon after moved to Charlotte, where they continued to live until her death in 1881; Mary A. was joined in marriage with D.P. Sagendorph in this place, October, 1868, where they continued to live until her death in 1876. After the death of his wife in 1853, Mr. Munson determined to move west, and in the fall of 1854 he located in Charlotte. He immediately identified himself with the business interests of this place and took an active part in its prosperity. He purchased large tracts of land, both within the corporate limits of the city and outside, which has since proved very valuable. On the first day of January, 1856, he was married to Mrs. Susan L. Cushing (the former Susan Searles). Soon after the second marriage he purchased a stock of hardware and since that time was engaged in that business in this place. Since the 4th day of November, 1869, has had associated with him Mr. L.B. Brockett, under the firm name of A.H. Munson & Co. His business ability and his financial resources very naturally made him a desirable man to push forward public improvements, and none that he considered of true merit and a benefit to this place were allowed to pass by unhelped. His honesty, capacity and popularity were each recognized. He was made in turn a member of the school board, member of the common council and mayor of the city; but best of all, the poor were never turned away with a frown, and as the best evidence we doubt if there is a poor person in the city but was comparatively acquainted with him. He has three children, the result of his last marriage, two sons and one daughter, who with his wife survive him. For some months he has been confined to the house with neuralgia of the muscles and heart, which resulted in his death as above stated. Last Saturday morning from 9 until 11:30 o'clock was given to reviewing the remains. The funeral was held at the house at 2 P.M. The business houses in the city were closed from 2 to 4p.m. The common council passed suitable resolutions and attended the funeral services in a body. The services were conducted by Rev. W.H. Thompson. The remains were accompanied to their final resting place by relatives, friends, neighbors and city officials and deposited in Maple Hill Cemetery. The grave was lined with black velvet, trimmed with white and ornamented with evergreens and flowers and a sheaf of wheat. Thus it was that every token of love and esteem was shown to one of our oldest and most respected citizens.
As of the 1870 census, had three children by his second wife, Susan Searles.
The Charlotte Republican carried an article on April 20, 1867 about Mr. and Mrs Shippey, who lived in an building on Amos Munson's farm. They apparently ate some biscuits made from flower that had been left in a pan which contained a poison mineral, possibly arsenic. Mrs. Shippey ate one biscuit and became very sick. Mr. Shippey ate two and died.
Information on marriage to Susan Searles Cushing is from Eaton County Marriages, Volume 1, page 318
Last Will and Testament of Amos H. Munson, November 13, 1885:
Know all men by these presents, that Amos H. Munson of the City of Charlotte, County of Eaton, and State of Michigan being of sound mind and disposing memory, do make, ordain, publish and declare this to be my last Will and testament, in manner following, that is to say.
First. I give and bequeath to my wife Susan L. Munson the entire use and control during her lifetime of lot number two (2) in Lawrence addition to the Village (Now City) of Charlotte, it being the place where we now live. Together with all my household furniture and two hundred and fifty dollars of personal property of her own selection, and my wearing apparel to be given her absolutely. The taxes on said lot number two (2) to be paid by my wife Susan L. Munson. All necessary repairs to the Buildings of Fence on Said Lot two to be made by my Executor, and paid for from the income of my real estate. I do also give to my wife Susan L. Munson to be taken in lieu of Dower in my estate the Sum of one thousand Dollars yearly during her lifetime. Said one thousand dollars is to be paid from the proceeds of my real estate and to be paid five hundred dollars every six months.
Second. I will that after my debts are paid, that my personal property except the Cows and other Stock and farming utensils that I shall have on my farm on Section number Six (6) in the town of Eaton in the Said County of Eaton, containing three hundred acres of land, and except as herein before stated, be divided into five equal parts of shares, and that it be given as follows. One fifth part or share to the heirs of my Daughter Augusta M. Brockett deceased whose names are Frank M. Brockett, Benjamin D. Brockett, Mary Brockett, and Ann Brockett. One fifth part or Share to the heirs of my daughter Mary A. Sagendorph deceased, whose names are Kate Sagendorph and Willliam K. Sagendorph. One fifth part of share to to my Daughter Susan A. Munson.
Third. I will that my real Estate be kept in my name and not sold until the death of my wife Susan L. Munson, also the property mentioned on said farm on Section Six in the said town of Eaton until her death.
My Executor with the advise and consent of My Son Melvin W. Munson and My Son in law Lucius B. Brockett is hereby authorized to make such disposition of Stock on Said farm as in their judgment Shall be for the benefit of Said farm, but not to decrease the Value of the Stock nor take from Said farm any Stock except to exchange or Sell as may be most beneficial in the income of said farm during the lifetime of my Wife Susan L. Munson. All necessary repairs on said farm to buildings, fences or other necessary repairs to be made by my executor by and with the advise and consent of my Son Melvin W. Munson and my Son in low Lucious B. Brockett and to be paid for out of the proceeds of Said real estate. Also with their Said advise all necessary repairs on all my real estate I may die possessed of, and my Executor is to pay the taxes on all my estate except the taxes on lot number two that is in this will given to my wife during her life and on which she is to pay the taxes The remaining personal property except that herein before disposed of to be divided in five equal shares or parts to the persons named as prescribed in my Second request and to the persons therein named and in proportions as therein named.
Fourth. I will that after the death of my Wife Susan L. Munson that Lot number two in Lawrence Addition to the Village now City of Charlotte be given to Melvin W. Munson, Mortimer L. Munson and Susan A Munson in equal proportions Share and Share alike, that all the rest and residue of my estate of Whatever nature be Sold or divided up and the proceeds divided in five equal parts or Shares and given to the persons named in and in the proportions and in the manner Stated in my Second request.
Fifth. I will that if any of the children of my daughter Augusta M. Brockett now Deceased Shall die without issue living before the distribution of the whole or any part of my Estate then and in that case that ones Share shall be given equally to the brothers and Sisters children of Said Augusta M. Brockett of any of them living Share and Share alike.
Sixth. I will that if either of the children of my Daughter Mary A. Sagendorph now deceased Shall die without issue living before the distribution of the whole or any part of my estate to them then and in that case the one Surviving Shall take the whole remaining fifth portion or Share that both should be entitled to if living.
Seventh. I will that in case either Melvin W. Munson, Mortimer L. Munson, or Susan A. Munson shall die without both being married and issue of said marriage living at the time of the distribution of my estate then and in that case the whole or any part yet undistributed shall go the the survivors or survivor of the said three that shall be them living.
Eighth. I do hereby appoint Osman Chappell the executor of this will hereby revoking all former wills by me made.
In witness whereof I have hereunto subscribed my name this thirtieth day of November A. D. 1885
Amos H. Munson, witnesses: Jas. Corton and Charles Halsey, both of Eaton County.
Written at Jackson, Michigan, December 29, 1919 by Kate Sagendorph Mason, Amos' granddaughter. (Comments in parentheses by E.H. L. Mason):
Amos H. Munson, was a pioneer in Charlotte, having come there in the early fifties. Land at that time was cheap so he acquired a good many acres around Charlotte. With him came his daughters Augusta and Mary and his maiden sister Ann. (Ann might be Achsah, if not, she needs to be added to the siblings of Amos). A few years after his arrival, he married Mrs. Susan Cushing, a widow with two children, Ella and Frank. (Her maiden name was Searles and her parents and her father's bother were the very first residents of Charlotte.)
The oldest daughter, Augusta, married Lucius Brockett and the first year or so of their married life was passed in New York State (that doesn't fit as don't believe they were married until 1861, at which time they would have already been in Charlotte) where Mr. Brockett ran a dry goods store. They had not been married long, however, before they moved to Charlotte and Grandfather Munson and Mr. Brockett started a hardware store. My grandfather furnished much of the money and had a general oversight over the business, but Mr. Brockett ran the store.
From "Pioneer History of Eaton County Michigan, 1833-1866," complied by Daniel Strange, Published under the auspices of the Eaton County Pioneer and Historical Society, 1923, "A. H. Munson and Theodore J. Thomas established a hardware store here in 1861."
The Charlotte Republican:
January 3, 1867, " A.H. Munson - Hardware - Charlotte - Munson is agent for Doty's Washing Machine." And included is a testament for these machines.
June 6, 1867, A.H. Munson annual income listed at $800.
February 17, 1880 A.H. Munson holding Methodist Meeting.
There was a third Munson family living in Charlotte, namely Darwin Munson (Erastus Darwin Munson), first cousin to Amos and his brother Henry. Quoting from an unidentified article written by one of Henry's daughters, probably Jennie, " He had two daughters. Martha, married James M. Pratt in the east (certainly in Herkimer Co.) and then came to Charlotte. I think that the older residents will remember him as one of the first boot and shoe merchants here. In those days men and boys wore boots. The other daughter, Maria, married a Mr. Cook." According to this same article, When Amos came to Charlotte, after the death of his wife Lydia, he came with his mother and maiden aunt. (That would be Lydia Haile Munson, not to be confused with his wife, Lydia White Munson) and a maiden sister, Ann.
Kate Sagendorph Mason has written, "Mable Ellis' mother was a Hale, I believe and first cousin to grandfather Munson. How was Uncle Edwin Pratt related, or wasn't he?"
From "Charlotte, 1863 - 1963," Amos Munson was mayor of Charlotte in 1881
From "Charlotte the Beautiful, The Maple City of Michigan, 1907" Amos Munson and L.B. Brockett were two of the incorporators of the Charlotte Manufacturing Company on January 15th, 1873. The company started out manufacturing staves and heading timber. In 1884 it moved into bedroom suites and tables. By 1907 it was mainly producing office and library tables and employing about 60 to 70 workers.
In the 1850 Census in Salisbury, Herkimer Co., NY, in addtion to Augusta 8 and Mary 6, Amos and Lydia had Amos' mother, Lydia 70, and his still unmarried sister, Angeline 30, and one laborer living in the household. Amos was listed as a farmer.
In the 1860 Census in Charlotte, Eaton Co., NY, Amos, 40, is with new wife, Susan L., 35; Augusta 19;
Mary, 17; William,3; and Susann's children from her first maariage to Rolla cushing: Ella L. Cushing, 17; and Frank B. Cushing, 11.
In the 1870 Census, in Eaton Co., MI, he is listed as a farmer with his second wife, Susan, and three children, William (Melvin William), looks like Merton (Mortimer L.) and Lura (Susan A.)
(See more in the extensive writings of Kate Sagendorph Mason)
Father: William Munson b: 15 AUG 1774 in Putney, Windham Co., Vermont
Mother: Lydia Haile b: 2 MAR 1778 in Putney, Windham Co., Vermont
Married: 1) Lydia S. White b: 13 SEP 1819 in Salisbury, Herkimer Co. New York
Married: 3 FEB 1840 in Salisbury, Herkimer Co., New York
Children
Augusta Munson b: 8 DEC 1840 in Salisbury, Herkimer Co., New York
Mary Angeline Munson b: 19 MAY 1843 in Salisbury Center, Herkimer Co., New York
Alice Munson b: MAY 1852/1851 in Salisbury, Herkimer Co., New York
Married: 2) Susan L. Searles b: 10 AUG 1824 in New York
Married: 1 JAN 1856 in Charlotte, Eaton Co., Michigan
Children
Melvin William Munson b: 31 MAY 1857 in Charlotte, Eaton Co., Michigan
Mortimer L. Munson b: 1861 in Charlotte, Eaton Co., Michigan
Susan A. Munson b: 1867
Grace Johnson Munson b: 1870
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