Clarence Talbot Gifford

Birth

22 Aug 1833

Massachusetts, USA

Death

22 Jan 1918 (aged 84)

Seattle, King County, Washington, USA

Burial

Cremated

Memorial ID

248987251

Clarence Talbot Gifford
Born: 30 Aug 1834, Falmouth MA
Died: 22 Jan 1918, Seattle WA

General notes:
Jeweler and watchmaker

Events in his life were:
He worked circa 1860-1870 as a jeweler and watchmaker in Keokuk IA.
He worked in 1870-1880 as a jeweler and watchmaker in Aberdeen MS.
He appeared on the 1870 census taken at Aberdeen MS, listed as a watchmaker.
Advertised in the The Vernon Pioneer (Vernon AL), 17 Oct 1877, stating "Mr. C. T. GIFFORD's card is on this page. He is well known as a reputable dealer in watches, clocks, spectacles, silver plated ware and jewelry. When you want any thing in his line or want a clock of watch repaired be sure to call on him."
Advertised in the The Vernon Pioneer (Vernon AL), 13 Mar 1878, stating C. T. GIFFORD, dealer in watches, clocks, spectacles, silver plated ware, jewelry, &c. Watches, clocks, &c. repaired in the best manner and warranted. 18-carat gold engagement and wedding rings from $4.50 to $11. Call and see my stock. Sign of the Golden Eagle, No. 105 Commerce Street, Aberdeen, Mississippi.
He appeared on the 1880 census taken at Aberdeen MS, listed as a jeweler.
He worked after 1880 as a jeweler and watchmaker in Tacoma Pierce WA.
He appeared on the 1900 census taken at Tacoma Pierce WA, listed as a jeweler.
Source: https://www.americansilversmiths.org/makers/silversmiths/189219.htm

Clarence T. Gifford
Residence was not listed;
Enlisted on 5/1/1862 as a 1st Sergeant.
On 5/1/1862 he mustered into "C" Co. MS 43rd Infantry
(date and method of discharge not given)
 (Estimated date of enlistment)
Sources used by Historical Data Systems, Inc.:
 - Index to Compiled Confederate Military Service Records
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Buried at CWV CREMATED BURIALS & UNKNOWN BURIALS