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Elisha Bassett

Male 1788 - 1865  (77 years)


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  • Name Elisha Bassett 
    Born 26 Jan 1788  [1
    Gender Male 
    _UID F9EDE2804033E74EA4A026961D49446701D4 
    Died 23 Feb 1865 
    Notes 
    • Biographical, Genealogical and Descriptive History of the
      First Congressional District
      Walter S. Bassett
      Walter S. Bassett, one of the leading farmers of Gloucester county and the postmaster of the Bassett post-office, was born in Salem county, New Jersey, in 1845. His father was the late David Bassett, an extensive stock dealer and farmer of Salem county. The Bassett family is of English lineage and was founded in America at an early day, representatives of the name locating in Mannington township, Salem county, at an early period in the development of that section. Joseph, Benjamin and Elisha Bassett were brothers and the last named is the grandfather of our subject. He resided on the old Bassett homestead in Mannington township and there followed farming throughout his active business career. His last days, however, were spent in Salem, where he died about thirty years ago, at the age of eighty years. His children were David, Edward, Joh, Elisha, Albert and Elizabeth. The last named became the wife of Biddle Haines. The family were members of the Society of Friends and the grandfather was a prominent man in his church, being regarded as one of the leaders there.
      David Bassett. the father of our subject, also resided in Mannington township, Salem county, for many years. He was reared in the usual manner of farmer lads, and on entering upon his busness career, began farming on his own account. Later, he removed to Salem, where he engaged in the stock business, handling stock on an extensive scale. He died in that city in 1880, at the age of seventy-five years. In his political views he was first a Whig and afterward a Republican. He married Mary T. Smith, a daughter of Evi Smith, a Philadelphia merchant, who removed to Salem and made his home there until he was called to his final rest. His daughter, Mrs. Bassett, survived her husband for about two years. She was the mother of four children: C. Edwin, of Pennsville, New Jersey, who died in 1895; Howard, who has also passed away; Mary E., the wife of Henry Hancock; and Walter S.
      The last named was born on the old family homestead in Salem county, began his education in the common schools and afterward attended the Friends' school in Salem and the Friends' school in Race street, Philadelphia. At the age of twenty-two years he started out in business on his own account, and as a companion and helpmeet in life's journey he chose Miss Emma S. Black, the marriage being celebrated January 9, 1872, and has been blessed with six children, namely: C. Rulon, who was formerly connected with the bank of Philadelphia, but is now in Trenton; Alexander B., who is with the Cambria Iron Company of Philadelphia; Lucretia M., at home; David B., an architect of Philadelphia; Ralph E. and Hannah B., who also are with their parents.
      In 1873 Mr. Bassett removed to Gloucester county and located on a farm of two hundred acres, carrying on agricultural pursuits and stockraising. He now has one of the best improved farms in his section of the state, the place being supplied with all modern accessories and conveniences, while the well tilled fields indicate to the passer by the careful supervision and progressive methods of the owner. He has also for some time been a director in the Piles Grove Creamery Company, and in all branches of his business he is meeting with success.
      Mr. Bassett has served as the postmaster of the Bassett post-office since 1891, discharging his duties in a capable manner. In politics he is a stalwart Republican, doing all in his power to promote the growth and secure the success of his party. He attends the county and state conventions and is deeply interested in political questions. He is a part master of the Masonic lodge of Swedesboro, and his brethren of the fraternity presented him with a handsome jewel in 1899. He also belongs to the American Order of United Workmen of Swedesboro and is a member of the Grange. He and his family attend the Friends' church and enjoy the high regard of all who know them by reason of their sterling worth.
    Person ID I813  4B William Bassett of Lynn, Massachusetts
    Last Modified 5 Jul 2012 

    Father Joseph Bassett,   b. 26 Jun 1765,   d. 28 Apr 1847  (Age 81 years) 
    Mother Mary Allen,   b. 26 May 1768, Mannington Township, Salem County, New Jersey Find all individuals with events at this location,   d. 8 Aug 1847  (Age 79 years) 
    Married 4 Oct 1786  [1
    Family ID F144  Group Sheet  |  Family Chart

    Family 1 Mary Nicholson 
    Children 
    +1. David Bassett,   b. 9 Apr 1814,   d. 24 Nov 1876  (Age 62 years)
     2. Josiah Bassett,   b. 6 Feb 1816
     3. Elizabeth N. Bassett,   b. 9 Oct 1817
    +4. Elisha Bassett,   b. 24 May 1819,   d. 15 Jan 1890  (Age 70 years)
    +5. Edward Hicks Bassett,   b. 2 Feb 1821, Salem County, New Jersey Find all individuals with events at this location,   d. 14 Feb 1889  (Age 68 years)
    +6. John Thompson Bassett,   b. 11 Aug 1823,   d. 10 Apr 1897  (Age 73 years)
    +7. Albert Bassett,   b. 22 Feb 1826,   d. 24 Nov 1897  (Age 71 years)
     8. Mary Bassett
    Family ID F291  Group Sheet  |  Family Chart

    Family 2 Mary Clark 
    Family ID F292  Group Sheet  |  Family Chart

  • Sources 
    1. [S1] SMM - Salem Monthly Meeting.