 TEXAS DICTATIONS 1887
H. H. Bancroft Collection Bancroft Library, University of California at Berkeley Department of Texas L. S. Hatch, Manager Denison, Texas June 21, 1887 Taken from A. H. Coffin Mr. Coffin was born in Jamestown, North Carolina, Oct. 23, 1851, his parents were natives of North Carolina and Southerners for generations back. Father was a Dr. and Mr. Coffin was raised in the village he was born [in,] received his education at a private school, as the common schools were very poor. Left school when 18 years old, receiving only a good common school education. First engaged in teaching in his native village about 7 months, then left for Texas, stopping at Sherman and remaining there (3) three months; then to where Denison now is, Aug. 19, 1872. Was employed by the MKT R.R. in the engineering department. Remaining with this company until 1874. And was then employed by the First National Bank of Denison as Bookkeeper for about 3 years. In 1877 was elected City Assessor and Collector, and reelected in 1878, being the 5th City Assessor and Collector. In 1878 engaged in the Real Estate business with James Leonard as partner and in 1880 dissolved and since has been in the Real Estate, Insurance, and Brokerage business, dealing mostly in inside property. Business has been very successful and is very much pleased with Denison. Thinks outlook better than it ever was. Mr. Coffin was married in Ohio March 76 to Miss Rische of Philadelphia; has a family of 4 children. Bancroft Collection Susan Hawkins © 2024 If you find any of Grayson County TXGenWeb links inoperable, please send me a message. |