Katie A. Haughton1

F, #57001, b. circa 1885

Biography

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Birthcirca 1885PA, USA, age 15 in 1900 census; age 25 in 1910 census1
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S235] U.S. Census, 1910 Soundex, Schuylkill Co., PA, Reel 523, Vol. 186, E.D. 258, V.N. 24, Ln. 26.

Florence A. Haughton1

F, #57002, b. 14 December 1892, d. 10 February 1944

Biography

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BirthDec 14, 1892Frackville, Schuyler Co., PA, USA, age 10 in 1900 census; age 19 in 1910 census1
DeathFeb 10, 1944Frackville, Schuyler Co., PA, USA
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S235] U.S. Census, 1910 Soundex, Schuylkill Co., PA, Reel 523, Vol. 186, E.D. 258, V.N. 24, Ln. 26.

Stella C. Haughton1

F, #57003, b. circa 1894

Family: Joseph Crane

Biography

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Birthcirca 1894PA, USA, age 5 in 1900 census; age 16 in 1910 census1
Marriage2
1920 Census1920Frackville, PA, USA, age 26, coal mine clerk2
1930 Census1930Frackville, PA, USA, age 36, coal mine accounts3
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S235] U.S. Census, 1910 Soundex, Schuylkill Co., PA, Reel 523, Vol. 186, E.D. 258, V.N. 24, Ln. 26.
  2. [S1232] 1920 U.S. Federal Census , Frackville North Ward, Schuylkill, Pennsylvania; Roll: T625_1649; Page: 18B; Enumeration District: 29.
  3. [S1233] 1930 U.S. Federal Census , Frackville, Schuylkill, Pennsylvania; Page: 9B; Enumeration District: 0027; FHL microfilm: 2341878.

Susan Missimer1

F, #57004, b. November 1867, d. 23 May 1934

Family: Harry Haughton

Biography

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BirthNov, 1867PA, USA, age 32 in 1900 census; age 43 in 1910 census1
1910 Census1910Norristown, Montgomery Co., PA, USA, age 38, piano salesman; boarder with Clara S. Fisher2,3
1920 Census1920Norristown, PA, USA, age 53, domestic, widowed4
1930 Census1930Norristown, PA, USA, age 63, widow, private family servant5
DeathMay 23, 1934Norristown, PA, USA
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S1230] 1900 U.S. Federal Census , Philadelphia Ward 21, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Roll: 1463; Page: 11A; Enumeration District: 465; FHL microfilm: 1241463; line 48, dwl 203-208.
  2. [S235] U.S. Census, 1910 Soundex, Norristown, Montgomeryl Co., PA, Reel 523, Vol. 186, E.D. 183, V.N. 123, Ln. 200.
  3. [S1231] 1910 U.S. Federal Census , Norristown Ward 8, Montgomery, Pennsylvania; Roll: T624_1379; Page: 9B; Enumeration District: 0123; FHL microfilm: 1375392.
  4. [S1232] 1920 U.S. Federal Census , Norristown Ward 11, Montgomery, Pennsylvania; Roll: T625_1604; Page: 12B; Enumeration District: 151.
  5. [S1233] 1930 U.S. Federal Census , Norristown, Montgomery, Pennsylvania; Page: 3A; Enumeration District: 0173; FHL microfilm: 2341817.

Thomas Arthur Haughton Sr

M, #57005, b. 3 April 1876, d. 22 June 1948

Family 1: Alice Hulme

  • Marriage: Thomas Arthur Haughton Sr married Alice Hulme on 1897.

Family 2: Elanora Barbara "Nora" Happ

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
BirthApr 3, 1876Lancashire, England, age 35, PA, in 1910 census; age "34", Eng, in 1920 census
Immigration1906
MarriageNov 30, 1909Cambria Co., IN, USA1,2
1910 Census1910Johnstown, Cambria Co., PA, USA, age 35, radiator co. moulder; his 2nd mar1,2
Naturalization1918
Mil. DraftSep 12, 1918Johnaroqn, PA, USA, age 43, moulder, National Radiator Co.
1920 Census1920Philadelphia, PA, USA, age 34, moulder, radiator works; and niece Anna Young, 9, Eng; immig 1905, nat 19103
1940 Census1940Richland, PA, USA, age 65, farmer4
DeathJun 22, 1948Johnstown, PA, USA
BurialGrandview Cemetery, Johnstown, PA, USA, Plot: Lot 153 Section HI3
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S235] U.S. Census, 1910 Soundex, Johnstown, Cambria Co., PA, Reel 523, Vol. 186, E.D. 71, V.N. 123, Ln. 273.
  2. [S1231] 1910 U.S. Federal Census , Johnstown Ward 6, Cambria, Pennsylvania; Roll: T624_1323; Page: 14A; Enumeration District: 0123; FHL microfilm: 1375336.
  3. [S1232] 1920 U.S. Federal Census , Johnstown Ward 17, Cambria, Pennsylvania; Roll: T625_1547; Page: 1B; Enumeration District: 198.
  4. [S1479] 1940 U.S. Federal Census , Richland, Cambria, Pennsylvania; Roll: m-t0627-03457; Page: 10A; Enumeration District: 11-139.

Elanora Barbara "Nora" Happ

F, #57006, b. October 1881, d. 30 June 1954

Family: Thomas Arthur Haughton Sr

Biography

Corresponded with authorN
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BirthOct, 1881Pittsburgh, PA, USA, age 27 in 1910 census; age 38 in 1920 census1
MarriageNov 30, 1909Cambria Co., IN, USA1,2
1910 Census1910Johnstown, Cambria Co., PA, USA, age 35, radiator co. moulder; his 2nd mar1,2
1920 Census1920Philadelphia, PA, USA, age 34, moulder, radiator works; and niece Anna Young, 9, Eng; immig 1905, nat 19103
1940 Census1940Richland, PA, USA, age 65, farmer4
1950 US Census1950Richland, PA, USA, age 68, no occup
DeathJun 30, 1954Johnstown, PA, USA
BurialGrandview Cemetery, Johnstown, PA, USA, Plot: Lot 153 Section HI3
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S235] U.S. Census, 1910 Soundex, Johnstown, Cambria Co., PA, Reel 523, Vol. 186, E.D. 71, V.N. 123, Ln. 273.
  2. [S1231] 1910 U.S. Federal Census , Johnstown Ward 6, Cambria, Pennsylvania; Roll: T624_1323; Page: 14A; Enumeration District: 0123; FHL microfilm: 1375336.
  3. [S1232] 1920 U.S. Federal Census , Johnstown Ward 17, Cambria, Pennsylvania; Roll: T625_1547; Page: 1B; Enumeration District: 198.
  4. [S1479] 1940 U.S. Federal Census , Richland, Cambria, Pennsylvania; Roll: m-t0627-03457; Page: 10A; Enumeration District: 11-139.

Arthur Haughton1

M, #57007, b. circa 1899

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
Birthcirca 1899England, age 11, PA, in 1910 census1
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S235] U.S. Census, 1910 Soundex, Johnstown, Cambria Co., PA, Reel 523, Vol. 186, E.D. 71, V.N. 123, Ln. 273.

Annie Haughton1

F, #57008, b. circa 1904

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
Birthcirca 1904England, age 6, PA, in 1910 census; age 16 in 1920 census1
Immigration1905
Naturalization1910
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S235] U.S. Census, 1910 Soundex, Johnstown, Cambria Co., PA, Reel 523, Vol. 186, E.D. 71, V.N. 123, Ln. 273.

Thomas Houghton1

M, #57009, b. December 1851, d. 1932

Family: Anna A. Morrison

  • Marriage*: Thomas Houghton married Anna A. Morrison on circa 1873 mar 37 y in 1910 census.1

Biography

Corresponded with authorN
A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
BirthDec, 1851Quebec, Canada, age 58, Canada, in 1910 census; age 78, PA and Quebec, in 1930 census1
Immigration18532
Marriagecirca 1873mar 37 y in 1910 census1
1880 Census1880Montrose, PA, USA, Thomas Houton, age 28, laborer
1900 Census1900Bridgewater, PA, USA, Thomas Houton, Dec. 1851, Canada; age 48, mar 25 years;
1910 Census1910Susquehanna, Susquehanna Co., PA, USA, age 58, farmer1,2
ResidenceJun 5, 1918Montrose, Susquehanna Co., PA, USA
1920 Census1920Bridgewater, Susquehanna Co., PA, USA, age 68, dairy farmer3
1930 Census1930Binghamton, Broome Co., NY, USA, age 78, a street laborer4
Death1932Binghamton, PA, USA
ObituaryMar 30, 1932Binghamton, PA, USA,
Thomas Houghton of 128 Seminary avenue, died at 11:10 o'clock this morning. He is survived by five sons. Edward of Johnsonburg, Pa., and John. Charles and Danie! of this city; three daughters, Mrs. Leo Lan- non. and Irene and Ellen Houghton of this city.
ParentsSParents born in Ireland in 1900 census; father born in Canada, mother born in Ireland in 1910 census; parents born in Canada in 1920 and 1930 census
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S235] U.S. Census, 1910 Soundex, Susquehanna, Susquehanna Co., PA, Reel 523, Vol. 186, E.D. 268, V.N. 60, Ln. 210.
  2. [S1231] 1910 U.S. Federal Census , Bridgewater, Susquehanna, Pennsylvania; Roll: T624_1421; Page: 9A; Enumeration District: 60;
    line 4, dwl 204-210.
  3. [S1232] 1920 U.S. Federal Census , Bridgewater, Susquehanna, Pennsylvania; Roll: T625_1655; Page: 7A; Enumeration District: 63; line 8, dwl 157-161.
  4. [S1233] 1930 U.S. Federal Census , Binghamton, Broome, New York; Roll: 1407; Enumeration District: 22; sheet 4B; line 65; dwl 123-93-99.

Anna A. Morrison

F, #57010, b. 11 November 1853, d. 15 January 1923

Family: Thomas Houghton

  • Marriage*: Anna A. Morrison married Thomas Houghton on circa 1873 mar 37 y in 1910 census.1

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
BirthNov 11, 1853Canada, age 57 in 1910 census; age 67 in 1920 census
Marriagecirca 1873mar 37 y in 1910 census1
1880 Census1880Montrose, PA, USA, Thomas Houton, age 28, laborer
1910 Census1910Susquehanna, Susquehanna Co., PA, USA, age 58, farmer1,2
1920 Census1920Bridgewater, Susquehanna Co., PA, USA, age 68, dairy farmer3
DeathJan 15, 1923Bridgewater, PA, USA
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S235] U.S. Census, 1910 Soundex, Susquehanna, Susquehanna Co., PA, Reel 523, Vol. 186, E.D. 268, V.N. 60, Ln. 210.
  2. [S1231] 1910 U.S. Federal Census , Bridgewater, Susquehanna, Pennsylvania; Roll: T624_1421; Page: 9A; Enumeration District: 60;
    line 4, dwl 204-210.
  3. [S1232] 1920 U.S. Federal Census , Bridgewater, Susquehanna, Pennsylvania; Roll: T625_1655; Page: 7A; Enumeration District: 63; line 8, dwl 157-161.

Charles Anthony Houghton

M, #57011, b. 29 January 1892, d. 14 September 1942

Biography

Corresponded with authorN
A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
BirthJan 29, 1892Bridgewater, Susquehanna Co., PA, USA, Jan 1892 in 1900 census; age 16 in 1910 census; age 28 in 1920 census; age 36 in 1930 census; age 47 in 1940 census
also Crum Lynne, PA; 16 Oct 18941
Mil. DraftJun 5, 1917Delaware Co., PA, USA, age 22, assembler, Remington Arms Co.2
Occupation1930a shoes edge setter
DeathSep 14, 1942
Research2 WWI drafts with different bds; 1 or 2 Charles A. Houghtons
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S1308] World War I Draft Registration Cards, 1917-1918, online http://content.ancestry.com, 1926738.
  2. [S1308] World War I Draft Registration Cards, 1917-1918, online http://content.ancestry.com, 1877946.

Irene E. Houghton1

F, #57012, b. 29 March 1894, d. January 1972

Biography

Corresponded with authorN
A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
BirthMar 29, 1894PA, USA, age 15 in 1910 census; age 36 in 1930 census2,3
1920 Census1920Binghamton, Broome Co., NY, USA, age 24, photographic supplies packing clerk4
1950 US Census1950Binghamton, NY, USA, age 53, single, maid, domestic help, private family
Zip Code2
Last LocBinghamton, Broome Co., NY, USA2
DeathJan, 19722
ParentsDparents born in PA in 1920 census; father born in French Canada, mother born in PA in 1930 census
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S235] U.S. Census, 1910 Soundex, Susquehanna, Susquehanna Co., PA, Reel 523, Vol. 186, E.D. 268, V.N. 60, Ln. 210.
  2. [S1042] Social Security Death Index, Houghton Surname, Social Security Death Index, Dec. 2001.
  3. [S1233] 1930 U.S. Federal Census , Binghamton, Broome, New York; Roll: 1406; Enumeration District: 11; sheet 11B; line 62; dwl 135-168-311.
  4. [S1232] 1920 U.S. Federal Census , Binghamton Ward 4, Broome, New York; Roll: T625_1086; Page: 5A; Enumeration District: 21; line 5.

Daniel R. Houghton1

M, #57013, b. 15 October 1896, d. 3 April 1961

Family: Josephine (?)

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
BirthOct 15, 1896Bridgewater, Susquehanna Co., PA, USA, age 12 in 1910 census; age 23 in 1920 census1,2
Mil. DraftJun 5, 1918Montrose, Susquehanna Co., PA, USA, age 21, for father Thomas Houghton
ResidenceJun 5, 1918Montrose, Susquehanna Co., PA, USA
1920 Census1920Union, Broome Co., NY, USA, age 23, single, shoe factory sticther3
Marriage
1950 US Census1950Binghampton, NY, USA, Mrs. Charles Houghton, 54, married; no occup; her nephew Hugh Quain, 22; brother in law Daniel, age 53, widowed; shoe factory cutter
DeathApr 3, 1961NY, USA
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S235] U.S. Census, 1910 Soundex, Susquehanna, Susquehanna Co., PA, Reel 523, Vol. 186, E.D. 268, V.N. 60, Ln. 210.
  2. [S1308] World War I Draft Registration Cards, 1917-1918, online http://content.ancestry.com, Roll: 1926738.
  3. [S1232] 1920 U.S. Federal Census , Union, Broome, New York; Roll: T625_1087; Page: 24A; Enumeration District: 96; line 18, dwl 27-34-60.

Ellen M. Houghton1,2

F, #57014, b. April 1898

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
BirthApr, 1898PA, USA, age 10 in 1910 census; age 29 in 1930 census; age 39 in 1940 census1
1940 Census1940Binghamton, Broome Co., NY, USA, age 39, single, 7th grade, new worker3
1950 US Census1950Bridgewater, NY, USA, age 52, no occup
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S235] U.S. Census, 1910 Soundex, Susquehanna, Susquehanna Co., PA, Reel 523, Vol. 186, E.D. 268, V.N. 60, Ln. 210.
  2. [S1233] 1930 U.S. Federal Census , Binghamton, Broome, New York; Roll: 1407; Enumeration District: 22; sheet 4B; line 65; dwl 123-93-99.
  3. [S1479] 1940 U.S. Federal Census , Binghamton, Broome, New York; Roll: T627_2500; Page: 9A; Enumeration District: 4-63; line 19, dwl 6.

Thomas Houghton1

M, #57015, b. between 1859 and 1862

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
Birthbetween 1859 and 1862NY, USA, age 48 in 1910 census; age 61 in 1920 census1
1910 Census1910Susquehanna, Susquehanna Co., PA, USA, age 48, single, lumber camp blacksmith; with Virgie Espy1,2
1920 Census1920Starrucca, Wayne Co., PA, USA, age 61, single, blacksmith, own shop; boarder with Janie Hobbs, 73, widow3
ParentsSparents born in England in 1910 census; both parents born in NY in 1920 census
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S235] U.S. Census, 1910 Soundex, Susquehanna, Susquehanna Co., PA, Reel 523, Vol. 186, E.D. 269, V.N. 83, Ln. 167.
  2. [S1231] 1910 U.S. Federal Census , New Milford, Susquehanna, Pennsylvania; Roll: T624_1422; Page: 7A; Enumeration District: 83; line 29, dwl 160-167.
  3. [S1232] 1920 U.S. Federal Census , Starrucca, Wayne, Pennsylvania; Roll: T625_1661; Page: 3B; Enumeration District: 120; line 58, dwl 69-71.

Thomas Houghton1

M, #57016, b. circa 1865

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
Birthcirca 1865England, age 45 in 1910 census1
Immigration1883
1910 Census1910Carroll, Washington Co., PA, USA, age 45, widower, window cutter1,2
ParentsSparents born in England
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S235] U.S. Census, 1910 Soundex, Washington Co., PA, Reel 523, Vol. 186, E.D. 276, V.N. 171, Ln. 165.
  2. [S1231] 1910 U.S. Federal Census , Carroll, Washington, Pennsylvania; Roll: T624_1425; Page: 8B; Enumeration District: 171;
    line 61, dwl 129-165.

Margaret Houghton1

F, #57017, b. circa 1892

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
Birthcirca 1892IN, USA, age 18 in 1910 census1
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S235] U.S. Census, 1910 Soundex, Washington Co., PA, Reel 523, Vol. 186, E.D. 276, V.N. 171, Ln. 165.

Mary E. Houghton1

F, #57018, b. circa 1900

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
Birthcirca 1900IN, USA, age 10 in 1910 census1
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S235] U.S. Census, 1910 Soundex, Washington Co., PA, Reel 523, Vol. 186, E.D. 276, V.N. 171, Ln. 165.

Carrie Eldora Redding1,2

F, #57019, b. 25 December 1876, d. 2 June 1952

Family: Vernon Tabor Houghton

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
BirthDec 25, 1876Punxsutawney, PA, USA, age 34 in 1910 census; age 44 in 1920 census; age 54 in 1930 census; age 63 in 1940 census1
Marriagecirca 1901age 25 and 251
1910 Census1910Pittsburgh, Allegheny Co., PA, USA, age 34, machinist shop1,3
1920 Census1920Pittsburgh, Allegheny Co., PA, USA, age 44, drill company machinist; and Maude Reading, 44, PA, sister in law4
1940 Census1940Pittsburgh, Allegheny Co., PA, USA, age 63, drilling foreman5
1950 US Census1950Pittsburgh, PA, USA, age 74, no occup; Vernon, 73, foreman, drilling team; William, 43, building contractor draftsman
DeathJun 2, 1952Robinson, PA, USA
BurialHollywood Memorial Park, Pittsburg, Allegheny Co., PA, USA
ParentsDFather     William Redding
Mother Mary Redding; father born in MI, mother born in PA
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S235] U.S. Census, 1910 Soundex, Pittsburgh, Allegheny Co., PA, Reel 523, Vol. 186, E.D. 24, V.N. 345, Ln. 57.
  2. [S1308] World War I Draft Registration Cards, 1917-1918, online http://content.ancestry.com, 1908111.
  3. [S1231] 1910 U.S. Federal Census , Pittsburgh Ward 5, Allegheny, Pennsylvania; Roll: T624_1300; Page: 3A; Enumeration District: 345;
    line 92, dwl 809-64-57.
  4. [S1232] 1920 U.S. Federal Census , Pittsburgh Ward 5, Allegheny, Pennsylvania; Roll T625_1520; Page: 15B; Enumeration District: 401; line 56, dwl 753-246-294.
  5. [S1479] 1940 U.S. Federal Census , Pittsburgh, Allegheny, Pennsylvania; Roll: T627_3670; Page: 61B; Enumeration District: 69-587; line 41, dwl 1014.

William Spellman Houghton1

M, #57020, b. 13 June 1905, d. 8 May 1963

Family: Gertrude Robson

Biography

Corresponded with authorN
A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectY
BirthJun 13, 1905Punxsutawney, PA, USA, age 4 in 1910 census; age 14 in 1920 census; age 24 in 1930 census; age 34 in 1940 census1
Occupation1930an insurance agent
Mil. Draft1940Allegheny, PA, USA, age 35, Occupation: Penn. Liquor Control Board
1940 Census1940Pittsburgh, PA, USA, age 34, liquor store clerk2
DeathMay 8, 1963Pittsburgh, PA, USA, of chronic alcoholism, cirrhosis
BurialElmer Herman Cemetery, Pittsburgh, PA, USA
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S235] U.S. Census, 1910 Soundex, Pittsburgh, Allegheny Co., PA, Reel 523, Vol. 186, E.D. 24, V.N. 345, Ln. 57.
  2. [S1479] 1940 U.S. Federal Census , Pittsburgh, Allegheny, Pennsylvania; Roll: T627_3668; Page: 4A; Enumeration District: 69-550.
  3. [S415] E-mail from Phillip Polivka, Feb 17, 2003.

Vernon Tabor Houghton Jr.1,2

M, #57021, b. 3 September 1909, d. 21 August 1996

Family: Lena Beatrice Stouppe

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
BirthSep 3, 1909Pittsburg, PA, USA, age 10 in 1920 census; age 20 in 1930 census3
GraduationUniversity of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA, USA, degree in civil engineering
MarriageFeb 20, 1937Allegheny Co., PA, USA4
Mil. Draft1940Baltimore, MD, USA, age 31, Occupation: War Dept U S Engineers Office
1940 Census1940Woodlawn-Larchmont-Windsor Terrace, Baltimore, Baltimore Co., MD, USA, age 30, assistant engineer, US Army4
1950 US Census1950Neville, PA, USA, age 40, river forestor
Last PlaceMillersville, Anne Arundel Co., MD, USA3
Residence1996Millersville, MD, USA
DeathAug 21, 1996Anne Arundel Medical Center, Annapolis, Anne Arundel Co., MD, USA, age 863,5
ObituaryAug 29, 1996Pittsburg, PA, USA, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette (PA) - August 29, 1996
Deceased Name: VERNON T. HOUGHTON JR. DEVELOPED FLOOD WARNING SYSTEM
It was said that if a fisherman spilled a cup of coffee in the Allegheny River in Warren, river forecaster Vernon T. Houghton Jr. could predict how high the water would rise at the Point.
It was a fanciful exaggeration, but it gave credit to the talents of a man who worked as the chief river forecaster in Pittsburgh for 22 years.
Mr. Houghton, who formerly lived in Robinson, died Aug. 21 of complications from an aneurysm at Anne Arundel Medical Center in Annapolis, Md. He was 86. Mr. Houghton had lived for the past five years in Millersville, Md., and previously lived in New Smyrna Beach, Fla. One of Mr. Houghton's biggest achievements was helping to develop an intricate flood forecasting and warning system that notified homeowners and businesses when flooding was imminent. During the 22 years he headed the flood forecasting service, the region incurred an estimated $106 million in flood damage. But his department, which was called the Federal-State Flood Forecasting Service, was credited with preventing $108 million in damage by issuing warnings of coming floodwaters.
Where today's hydrologists rely on complex computer models to predict river levels, Mr. Houghton relied on experience, slide rules, a corps of more than 80 river observers, and firsthand observations.
After a heavy winter, Mr. Houghton frequently drove around and hiked hundreds of miles, measuring snow depths and determining the water content to estimate the runoff from the melting spring snows. In October 1954, Hurricane Hazel struck the eastern seaboard and drenched Western Pennsylvania with 7 inches of rain in 12 hours. Mr. Houghton predicted the rivers at the Point would crest at 32 feet. After getting some initial rainfall reports from upstream, he revised his estimate to a crest of between 32 feet and 33 feet. The rivers crested at 32.5 feet.
Joe DeNardo, WTAE-TV's longtime meteorologist, said Mr. Houghton's predictions were taken like gospel. ''When Vern Houghton told you you were going to have a crest at a certain level, you knew he was going to be within a few inches. To this day, he could probably beat the computers,'' DeNardo said. Aldo Angelo of Scott, a retired hydrologist whose career overlapped Mr. Houghton's, said Mr. Houghton was completely dedicated to his job and recalled that during one major storm, Mr. Houghton was hospitalized for an illness but managed to put out some river forecasts from his bed.
''It was his life. He told me once that he felt like it was his divine calling,'' Angelo said. ''He did a good job and he did it before there were computers. He might not be able to give you a real long-range forecast, but he could give you a six-hour forecast that was as good as any computer would give,'' he said. When he retired in 1969, Mr. Houghton said in an interview that the job was filled with pressure, as a miscalculation of one foot could result in millions of dollars in property damage and loss of life. His daughter, Verna H. Glass of Millersville, Md., said her father loved his work. ''I think most of our summer vacations were spent visiting his river observers,'' she said, laughing. ''We were never allowed to use phones at home whenever it rained. The calls would start coming in from all the observers.'' Mr. Houghton, who grew up in Pittsburgh and attended Schenley High School, earned a degree in civil engineering from the University of Pittsburgh, where he starred on the track team in the broad jump and hurdles. He was captain of the All-East Track Team and attended the Olympic trials for the 1932 Olympics, but failed to qualify. ''That was one of his great disappointments, that he didn't get to go to the Olympics,'' his daughter said. Mr. Houghton also is survived by two grandsons. Mr. Hougton will be buried in Chartiers Cemetery.5
BurialChartiers Cemetery, Carnegie, PA, USA
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S235] U.S. Census, 1910 Soundex, Pittsburgh, Allegheny Co., PA, Reel 523, Vol. 186, E.D. 24, V.N. 345, Ln. 57.
  2. [S1233] 1930 U.S. Federal Census , Pittsburgh, Allegheny, Pennsylvania; Roll: 1971; Enumeration District: 80; page 238, sheet 23A; line 20; dwl 831-302-342.
  3. [S1042] Social Security Death Index, Houghton Surname, Social Security Death Index, Dec. 2001.
  4. [S1479] 1940 U.S. Federal Census , Woodlawn-Larchmont-Windsor Terrace, Baltimore, Maryland; Roll: T627_1503; Page: 61B; Enumeration District: 3-35; line 45, dwl 5005-402.
  5. [S654] Electronic Web Site, , http://www.genealogybank.com/gbnk/obituaries; Houghton Surname.

William H. Haughton1

M, #57022, b. circa 1853

Family: Hannah Maria Pearson

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
Birthcirca 1853England, age 57 in 1910 census; age 68 in 1920 census1
MarriageDec 26, 1872Leeds, St Peter, Yorkshire, England, she 191
Immigration1880
Naturalization1885
1910 Census1910Chester, Delaware Co., PA, USA, age 57, farmer; 2 children born and living1,2
1920 Census1920Philadelphia, PA, USA, age 68, machine co. laborer3
Duplicate
ParentsSborn in England
Duplicate
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S235] U.S. Census, 1910 Soundex, Chester, Delaware Co., PA, Reel 523, Vol. 186, E.D. 81, V.N. 46, Ln. 14.
  2. [S1231] 1910 U.S. Federal Census , Penn, Chester, Pennsylvania; Roll: T624_1328; Page: 1B; Enumeration District: 0046; FHL microfilm: 1375341.
  3. [S1232] 1920 U.S. Federal Census , Philadelphia Ward 30, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Roll: T625_1634; Page: 1A; Enumeration District: 997.

Hannah Maria Pearson

F, #57023, b. 28 September 1853

Family: William H. Haughton

Biography

Corresponded with authorN
A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
BirthSep 28, 1853Leeds, St Peter, Yorkshire, England, age 19 in 1872 marriage; age 50 in 1910 census; age 62 in 1920 census1
MarriageDec 26, 1872Leeds, St Peter, Yorkshire, England, she 191
Immigration1882
1910 Census1910Chester, Delaware Co., PA, USA, age 57, farmer; 2 children born and living1,2
1920 Census1920Philadelphia, PA, USA, age 68, machine co. laborer3
ParentsDFather:      William Pearson
Spouse:      Samuel Baxter; born in Ireland
Research1910 census gives Annie's birthplace as Ireland; parents born in Ireland
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S235] U.S. Census, 1910 Soundex, Chester, Delaware Co., PA, Reel 523, Vol. 186, E.D. 81, V.N. 46, Ln. 14.
  2. [S1231] 1910 U.S. Federal Census , Penn, Chester, Pennsylvania; Roll: T624_1328; Page: 1B; Enumeration District: 0046; FHL microfilm: 1375341.
  3. [S1232] 1920 U.S. Federal Census , Philadelphia Ward 30, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Roll: T625_1634; Page: 1A; Enumeration District: 997.

Charles Thomas Haughton1

M, #57024, b. 1 September 1874

Biography

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BirthSep 1, 1874PA, USA, age 35 in 1910 census; parents did not immigrate until 18821
Mil. Draft1918Philadelphia, PA, USA, age 44, horseman
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S235] U.S. Census, 1910 Soundex, Chester, Delaware Co., PA, Reel 523, Vol. 186, E.D. 81, V.N. 46, Ln. 14.

Caroline (?)1

F, #57025, b. circa 1861

Biography

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Birthcirca 1861PA, USA, age 49 in 1910 census1
1910 Census1910Sunbury, Northumberland Co., PA, USA, age 49, railroad conductor2,1
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S235] U.S. Census, 1910 Soundex, Sunbury, Northumberland Co., PA, Reel 523, Vol. 186, E.D. 194, V.N. 113, Ln. 477.
  2. [S1231] 1910 U.S. Federal Census , Sunbury Ward 3, Northumberland, Pennsylvania; Roll: T624_1384; Page: 22A; Enumeration District: 113; line 48, dwl 894-471-477.

William Aloysious Houghton1,2

M, #57026, b. 6 September 1886

Family: Cedelia (?)

  • Marriage*: William Aloysious Houghton married Cedelia (?) on circa 1910 age 25 and 19.1

Biography

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BirthSep 6, 1886Crum Lynn, Delaware Co., PA, USA, age 24 in 1910 census; age 45 in 1930 census; age 54 in 1940 census3
Marriagecirca 1910age 25 and 191
1910 Census1910Chester, Delaware Co., PA, USA, age 24, print works folder1,4
1920 Census1920Eddystone, Delaware Co., PA, USA, age 36, ship yard ship fitter5
1930 Census1930Eddystone, Delaware Co., PA, USA, age 45, textile printing inspector3
1940 Census1940Eddystone, Delaware Co., PA, USA, age 54, textile mfg. dress goods inspector6
ResidenceApr 27, 1942Eddystone, Delaware Co., PA, USA, occupation: Joseph Bancroft and Sons2
Mil. DraftApr 27, 1942WWII, age 562
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S235] U.S. Census, 1910 Soundex, Chester, Delaware Co., PA, Reel 523, Vol. 186, E.D. 101, V.N. 101, Ln. 23.
  2. [S1323] "WWII Draft Registration 1942", WW2_2240438.
  3. [S1233] 1930 U.S. Federal Census , Eddystone, Delaware Co., Pennsylvania; Roll: T626_2030; Enumeration District: 63; page 259, sheet 10A, line 35, dwl 1303-188-194.
  4. [S1231] 1910 U.S. Federal Census , Chester Ward 2, Delaware, Pennsylvania; Roll: T624_1338; Page: 2A; Enumeration District: 101;
    line 1, dwl 620-23-23.
  5. [S1232] 1920 U.S. Federal Census , Eddystone, Delaware, Pennsylvania; Roll: T625_1562; Page: 27B; Enumeration District: 163; line 61, dwl 1303-453-475.
  6. [S1479] 1940 U.S. Federal Census , Eddystone, Delaware, Pennsylvania; Roll: T627_3491; Page: 3B; Enumeration District: 23-72A; line 68, dwl 1303.

Cedelia (?)1

F, #57027, b. between 1889 and 1891

Family: William Aloysious Houghton

Biography

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Corresponded with authorN
Birthbetween 1889 and 1891PA, USA, age 21 in 1910 census; age 30 in 1920 census; age 39 in 1930 census; age 48 in 1940 census2
Marriagecirca 1910age 25 and 192
1910 Census1910Chester, Delaware Co., PA, USA, age 24, print works folder2,3
1920 Census1920Eddystone, Delaware Co., PA, USA, age 36, ship yard ship fitter4
1940 Census1940Eddystone, Delaware Co., PA, USA, age 54, textile mfg. dress goods inspector5
1950 US Census1950Eddystone, PA, USA, age 58, widow, no occup
ParentsDparents born in Ireland
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S1233] 1930 U.S. Federal Census , Eddystone, Delaware Co., Pennsylvania; Roll: T626_2030; Enumeration District: 63; page 259, sheet 10A, line 35, dwl 1303-188-194.
  2. [S235] U.S. Census, 1910 Soundex, Chester, Delaware Co., PA, Reel 523, Vol. 186, E.D. 101, V.N. 101, Ln. 23.
  3. [S1231] 1910 U.S. Federal Census , Chester Ward 2, Delaware, Pennsylvania; Roll: T624_1338; Page: 2A; Enumeration District: 101;
    line 1, dwl 620-23-23.
  4. [S1232] 1920 U.S. Federal Census , Eddystone, Delaware, Pennsylvania; Roll: T625_1562; Page: 27B; Enumeration District: 163; line 61, dwl 1303-453-475.
  5. [S1479] 1940 U.S. Federal Census , Eddystone, Delaware, Pennsylvania; Roll: T627_3491; Page: 3B; Enumeration District: 23-72A; line 68, dwl 1303.

William B. Houghton1

M, #57028, b. circa 1860, d. before 1948

Family: Mary (?)

  • Marriage*: William B. Houghton married Mary (?) on circa 1880 mar 30 y in 1910 census.1,2

Biography

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Birthcirca 1860Ireland, age 50 in 1910 census1
Marriagecirca 1880mar 30 y in 1910 census1,2
Residence1906526 E. 9th, Chester, PA, USA, a team driver
1910 Census1910Chester, Delaware Co., PA, USA, age 50, none1,2
Deathbefore 1948
Duplicatefrom 1910 census
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S235] U.S. Census, 1910 Soundex, Chester, Delaware Co., PA, Reel 523, Vol. 186, E.D. 101, V.N. 108, Ln. 279.
  2. [S1231] 1910 U.S. Federal Census , Chester Ward 5, Delaware, Pennsylvania; Roll: T624_1338; Page: 14B; Enumeration District: 108;
    line 51, dwl 526-274-279.

Mary (?)1

F, #57029, b. circa 1859, d. before 1948

Family: William B. Houghton

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
Birthcirca 1859Ireland, age 51 in 1910 census1
Marriagecirca 1880mar 30 y in 1910 census1,2
1910 Census1910Chester, Delaware Co., PA, USA, age 50, none1,2
Note19109 children born, 3 living
Deathbefore 1948
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S235] U.S. Census, 1910 Soundex, Chester, Delaware Co., PA, Reel 523, Vol. 186, E.D. 101, V.N. 108, Ln. 279.
  2. [S1231] 1910 U.S. Federal Census , Chester Ward 5, Delaware, Pennsylvania; Roll: T624_1338; Page: 14B; Enumeration District: 108;
    line 51, dwl 526-274-279.

Bridget A. Houghton1

F, #57030, b. circa 1886

Biography

A Contributor to Houghton Surname ProjectN
Corresponded with authorN
Birthcirca 1886PA, USA, age 24 in 1910 census; age 40 in 1930 census; age 44 in 1940 census1
Occupation1910dressmaker, at home
Duplicate
Pedigree

Citations

  1. [S235] U.S. Census, 1910 Soundex, Chester, Delaware Co., PA, Reel 523, Vol. 186, E.D. 101, V.N. 108, Ln. 279.