The Cressy Family

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Joseph P.⁶ Cressey (Richard⁵, Richard⁴, Daniel³, John², Mighill¹) was born September 9, 1812 in Newbury, New Hampshire, married Louisa M. Ager of Claremont, New Hampshire. In early life, after leaving school, he learned the trade of the village blacksmith. Later he moved to Manchester, New Hampshire, where he worked for the Land and Water Power Company for many years. He enlisted in the Civil War in the 7^th New Hampshire Regiment and died a prisoner of war in 1864 at Salisbury, North Carolina at 52.

Albert born 1841, died young.

Rev. Charles A. born January 10, 1843, married Lizzie Allton.

Arvilla M. born February 7, 1845, died young.

Richard born May 13, 1852, died young.