John A. Bassett is a son of #450B John Bassett of Salem, Massachusetts as follows:
John Bassett (b. 1800 in France) and wife Sarah
John A. Bassett (b. 1837 in Salem, Massachusetts)
John A. Bassett was later a chemist and inventor. He was first featured in the November 2010 issue of the newsletter.
Salem Observer, Massachusetts, Saturday, January 31, 1857