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Charles James Kittredge

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Birth	:	1 Apr 1818 Hinsdale, Berkshire County, Massachusetts, USA
Death	:	1 Mar 1903 Hinsdale, Berkshire County, Massachusetts, USA
Burial	:	Hinsdale Cemetery, Hinsdale, Berkshire County, USA
Coordinate	:	42.4413760, -73.1129410
Plot	:	section 6
Inscription	:	Charles J Kittredge April 1 1819 March 1 1903
Description	:	died aged 84y 11m; widowed; retired manufacturer; la grippe and pneumonia son of Abel Kittredge & Eunice (Chamberlain) Kittredge m. Frances Birchard 17 Jun 1845 at Hinsdale, Mass. children: James Birchard b. 22 Aug 1846 Charles F b. 24 July 1850 d. 7 May 1851 Ellen Judith b. 15 Jun 1852 m. Zenas Crane Clara B b. 30 Jun 1854 m. James Crane Henry Plunkett b. 27 May 1857 m. Lucinda Plunkett Lydia S b. 23 Aug 1859 Mary Julia b. 21 Oct 1862 d. 18 May 1866 C.J.KITTREDGE OF HINSDALE For Many Years a Manufacturer... Read More	died aged 84y 11m; widowed; retired manufacturer; la grippe and pneumonia son of Abel Kittredge & Eunice (Chamberlain) Kittredge m. Frances Birchard 17 Jun 1845 at Hinsdale, Mass. children: James Birchard b. 22 Aug 1846 Charles F b. 24 July 1850 d. 7 May 1851 Ellen Judith b. 15 Jun 1852 m. Zenas Crane Clara B b. 30 Jun 1854 m. James Crane Henry Plunkett b. 27 May 1857 m. Lucinda Plunkett Lydia S b. 23 Aug 1859 Mary Julia b. 21 Oct 1862 d. 18 May 1866 C.J.KITTREDGE OF HINSDALE For Many Years a Manufacturer at Hinsdale Succumbs to Pneumonia - His Service as a Legislator Charles J Kittredge, for years the foremost citizen on Hinsdale and a well-known woolen manufacturer, died after an illness of four days, which terminated in pneumonia at his home soon after 8 o'clock yesterday morning in the 85th year of his age. His son, James, his housekeeper, Mrs Foster, and a trained nurse were with him when he died. Saturday morning his symptoms seemed more favorable, and he himself expressed the belief that he would get well. During the day he greatly enjoyed visits from members of his family, and bid them a cherry good-by when they left; but soon after falling asleep in the evening his brathing [sic] became difficult and laborious, and in spite of constant efforts of physicians and nurse during the night he sank steadily and quietly away without regaining consciousness. In the past few years, compelled by growing infirmities of the body to remain home, he greatly enjoyed the social calls of his friends. His mind was bright and clear, and he kept posted on the daily news and all the important events of the world. He often remarked it was the best time in all the history of the world to live in. The cordiality of his greeting and the joy he manifested on meeting his friends was of itself a rich experience. Mr Kittredge was born in Hinsdale April 1, 1818, the son of Dr Abel and Eunice (Chamberlain) Kittredge. His father was the first settled physician in the town. On the Kittredge side he was a descendant from John Kittredge, who settled Bellerica in 1660. On his mother's side the line runs back seven generations to Joseph Chamberlain of Colcester, Ct. Mr Kittredge always lived in Hinsdale, and received a part of his education in district schools and attended the academies in Lenox and Westfield. As a young man he taught school. He was also a clerk in the famous dry goods store of Plunkett & Hulbert in Pittsfield. His business career as a merchant began in 1842, in the store now occupied by Barry & Co. There he traded successfully for 10 years. In 1852 he formed a partnership in woolen business with C. H. Plunkett. The firm built the mill nearest the Dalton town line, which also proved a profitable enterprise. In 1860, on the death of C. H. Plunkett, the business was merged in with the other Plunkett mills as the Plunkett woolen company, of which he became president. He also, in connection with his son, James, and brother, Abel, established a woolen mill in Dalton. His connection with the woolen business extended over a period of 51 years, or until the year 1893, when he sold his interest and retired from all active business. A republican in politics, Mr Kittredge held the various town offices; he was a member of the House of Representatives in 1868 and of the Senate in 1869 and 1870. He was also a state director of Boston and Albany railroad for a number of years, and was county commissioner for six years, from 1871 to 1877. He was a member of the Congregational church for 61 years, uniting under the pastorate of Rev. Seth W Bannister, and for 35 years was a deacon. He was also for many years the teacher of a young men's Bible class. He was clear and forceful speaker in public meetings, and spoke from strong convictions. As one of the committee on railroads in the Senate in 1870, he made a minority report on the famous Hartford and Erie railroad matter. The speech which he made there attracted wide attention and commanded the support of Gov Chafln, who vetoed the measure and made an hour of triumph for Mr Kittredge. On June 17, 1843 [sic], Mr Kittredge married Miss Frances Birchard of Leroy, N.Y., who died three years after they celebrated their golden wedding on October 28, 1898. Four children survive, James B Kittredge and Mrs J. A. Crane of Westfield, and Henry P Kittredge and Mrs Zenas Crane of Dalton. The late William C Kittredge of Fairhaven, Vt., who was once lieutenant governor of that state, and also held a judgeship there, was a brother of C. J. Kittredge. The funeral will be held Wednesday afternoon from the house at 2 o'clock. Rev. J. H. Laird will officiate. [published Monday, March 2, 1903, Springfield Republican]

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Family Members:

Parent

Dr Abel Kittredge

(1774 - 1847)

Eunice Chamberlain Kittredge

(1776 - 1852)

Spouse

Frances Birchard Kittredge

(1825 - 1898)

Siblings

Franklin Kittredge

(unknow - unknow)

Dr Benjamin Franklin Kittredge

(1802 - 1862)

Mary W. Kittredge Plunkett

(1807 - 1841)

Sophronia Kittredge

(1812 - 1813)

Abel Kittredge Jr.

(1822 - 1886)

Children

Charles Franklin Kittredge

(1850 - 1851)

Lydia S Kittredge

(1859 - 1860)

Mary Julia Kittredge

(1862 - 1866)

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