Durham, Ott


BORN: 1842
BORN IN: Ohio
DIED: 6/19/1909
AGED: 67
CAUSE OF DEATH: Paralysis
DEATH LOCATION: Redwood City

OCCUPATION: Farmer

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  • 1861 American Civil War
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  • 1866 Ku Klux Klan
  • 1869 National Woman Suffrage Assoc.
  • 1871 The Great Chicago Fire
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  • 1901 Teddy Roosevelt elected President
  • 1903 First powered flight (Wright Brothers)
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OBITUARY ---------------

OTT DURHAM

Redwood City Democrat

June 24, 1909

Ott Durham a resident of San Mateo County since 1859, passed away in this city after an illness that made him a helpless invalid for five years. Mr. Durham was the youngest of the three Durham brothers, William, Thomas. and Ott, prominent citizens on the coast side. The two first named and a sister, Mrs. Beebe, survive him. The deceased was married to Miss Martha Teague who had stood by him faithfully and ministered to his needs during the trying years of his illness. Besides his wife he leaves three children George, Frank, and Miss May. The funeral took place from the Congregational Church, Monday. Rev. Mr, Kirkland conducted the services. The burial was in Union Cemetery. The deceased was a native of Ohio, aged 67 years, and was held in high esteem.

Mrs. Durham and her children desired to return thanks to their friends and neighbors for the many kindness’ shown them during their bereavement.

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