Judith Walker headstone, undated

Collection Name:

George W. Perry Scrapbooks

Title:

Judith Walker headstone, undated

Creator:

Perry, George W., 1891-1971

Creator Role:

Collector

Accession / Call Number:

1974.045

Object ID:

1974.045.28.046

Type of Material:

graphic material

Physical Description:

1 photograph

Language:

English

Scope and Content:

Undated photographic print of the headstone of Judith Walker at the Old North Cemetery in Concord, NH. The caption states, "Wife of Abriel [Abiel] Walker Born - February 24, 1775. Died April 1, 1808 Age 33 Years She was the eigth child of Robert and Sarah Davis, they had one child, Judith born March 23, 1808, and died October 15, 1825. He married, second wife was the widow of Dr. Thorndike, Mary; no children, she died January 18, 1849. 77 years old. Mr. Walker was distinguished among his fellow-citizens for his industry, integrity and good judment in business affairs. After he came in possession of the old homestead and lands, he would often work all ady in the field, and make one shoe in his shop in the evening. He left a handsome estate 'Real estate $7,280; personal estate $38,669.61; total $45,949.61. $1,000 he gave to the city in trust to add to the school fund. He united with the First Congregational church in January 1832 and died April 4, 1855 in the faith and hope of the gospel. Born July 5, 1766 Died April 4, 1855, age 89 years."

Subjects:

Cemeteries , Gravestones

Locations:

Concord, NH

People:

Perry, George W., 1891-1971 , Walker, Judith Davis, 1775-1808 , Walker, Abiel, 1766-1855

Organizations:

Old North Cemetery (Concord, N.H.)

Terms of Use:

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Credit Line:

Gift of May Nutter.

Restrictions:

Available for research.

Level Description:

Item

Box Number:

7