Armstrong, Coleman

From Helderberg Hilltowns of Albany County, NY

Birth

Coleman Armstrong was born in Knox on March 22, 1837, the son of James Armstrong (1811-1884) and Sarah Tygert (1815-1854).

Occupation

Coleman was a farmer in Knox.

Marriage & Children

Coleman married Elmina Chesebro, and had one child, Mary Armstrong, who was baptized in 1862. Mary Armstrong married Elias Babcock. According to her obituary, Mary Armstrong had a brother, Leroy Armstrong of Schenectady, and two children, Coleman Babcock, and Elmina Babcock, who was teaching school at Long Island.

Death

Coleman died February 26, 1871.

Obituary

Additional Media

Miss Elmina Babeock, who is attending High school at Schenectady, is the guest of her parents, Mr. and Mrs, Elias Babcock.

Altamont Enterprise - December 29, 1911

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