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p. 616: John C. COLVIN, born in Warwick, in 1835, is a son of John COLVIN and Lucy ARNOLD. Moses COLVIN was his grandfather, and Benoni his great-grandfather. They were farmers. John C. was married in 1881 to Matilda R. LAWTON, of Scituate. They have two sons and two daughters. He has been notary public for over 15 years, and justice of the peace almost continuously since 1867, trial justice three years, and assessor in 1885. He was a member of the town council in 1884, 1885 and 1888, and president in the latter year. Although never admitted to the bar, he has practiced in justice courts for many years.

p. 617: Nathan FISKE, born in 1841, is a son of Ebenezer and Amey (COLVIN) FISKE. His grandfather was Stephen K. and his great-grandfather was Daniel FISKE. Nathan was married in 1867 to Melissa E., daughter of Wardwell G. MATTESON. They have one daughter, Pernella M. In early life Mr. FISKE was a farmer. Later he learned the machinist trade, which has been his business except from 1874 to 1879, during which time he was station agent at Hope. He is a member of Warwick Lodge, No. 16, F. & A. M.

p. 618: Benoni C. KNIGHT, born in Scituate in 1825, is a son of William W. and grandson of George KNIGHT. His mother was Elizabeth COLVIN. He was married in 1879 to Mrs. Eliza COLVIN. Her maiden name was POTTER. His principal business has been wood dealing and later farming. There were 14 children in his father's family, 12 of whom are living.

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