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Abigail Pomeroy Gillett
Other Name:
Abigail Pomeroy, Abigail Pomeroy Gillet
Gender:
Female
Born:
May 31, 1744
Died:
January 24, 1835
Home Town:
Hebron, CT
Marriage(s):
John Gillett (April 19, 1759)
Biographical Notes:
Abigail Pomeroy Gillett was born on May 31, 1744 to Abigail Wheelock Pomeroy and Reverend Benjamin Pomeroy.
Established a school for women in East Windsor Connecticut.
Established a school for women in East Windsor Connecticut.
Quotes:
Her Obituary stated, "Hebron - Mrs. Abigail Gillett, youngest daughter of Rev. Benjamin Pomeroy, D.D., a former clergyman of that place. At the age of 14, she was a subject of renewing grace, and for more than half a century was celebrated as a School Instructress-having faithfully served her day and generation, on the 24th of January she fell asleep age 92 years"
Profession / Service
Profession:
Educator
Immediate Family (Why only immediate family?)
- Arethusa Gillett Arnold
Daughter - John Gillett
Husband - Benjamin Pomeroy
Father
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