Horton Genealogy / or Chronicles of the Descendants of Barnabas Horton, of Southold, L. I., 1640.

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53259

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Horton Genealogy / or Chronicles of the Descendants of Barnabas Horton, of Southold, L. I., 1640.

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en

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Compiled by Geo. F. Horton, this 1876 genealogy chronicles the descendants of Barnabas Horton, a prominent early settler of Southold, Long Island. The text details the family's history from their 1640 arrival, focusing on their deep piety, civic contributions, and the unique legacy of their ancestral home, which housed six generations. Rich with biographical sketches, marriage records, and historical anecdotes, the book serves as a testament to the Horton family's enduring presence in American history.

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Compiled by Dr. Geo. F. Horton in 1876, *Horton Genealogy* serves as a comprehensive chronicle of the descendants of Barnabas Horton, who arrived in Southold, Long Island, in 1640. The work begins by establishing Barnabas as a foundational figure of early American settlement: a magistrate, church organizer, and builder of the region's oldest surviving wooden house. The narrative highlights the family's deep Puritan roots, their service in colonial courts, and their significant landholdings. A central theme of the book is the historic 'old house,' which housed six successive generations of Hortons before passing to a non-relative in 1873. The text meticulously documents the lineage through multiple generations, providing detailed entries for sons, daughters, and spouses, often including specific dates of birth, death, marriage, and burial. The author incorporates transcriptions of family Bibles, wills, and local records to offer insights into daily life, occupations such as blacksmithing and farming, and the family's primary affiliation with the Presbyterian Church. Dr. Horton addresses discrepancies in original records, noting that while obvious errors have been corrected, other spelling variations and date discrepancies are retained to preserve historical accuracy. Beyond mere genealogy, the book illustrates the struggles and commitments of early American settlers. It includes anecdotes of family members who served as deacons, militia officers, and farmers, as well as stories of the family's coat of arms and motto. The volume functions as both a practical resource for descendants and a historical document that captures the essence of community, faith, and resilience in colonial America. By tracing the family from Barnabas Horton's arrival to the late 19th century, the book preserves the memory of a lineage that shaped the social and religious fabric of Long Island and beyond.

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• Biography
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