Alexander Duncan's memorial rests close to Cyrus Butler, his long-time friend and relative (by marriage). Alexander was born in Parkhill, Scotland in 1805 and died in London in 1889. His remains were interred in Knossington Church Yard, Leicestershire, England, but he was well-remembered by family and friends in Rhode Island and on the back side of his memorial one can read the salient details of his life:
“Came to the United States in 1822 in the Packet Ship “Amity.” Graduated from Yale College, New Haven. In 1827 became a naturalized citizen of the United States. Resided in Canandaigua, New York. Was admitted to the Bar of the Supreme Court of the State of New York. October 11, 1827, married Sarah Butler, only daughter of Samuel and Sarah Butler. In 1839 took up residence in Providence Rhode Island.”
No comments:
Post a Comment