Matthews, A. D. (Azel Dennis), 1809-1900

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Azel D. Matthews (1809-1900), or A.D. Matthews, came to Brooklyn, N.Y. in 1828 from Massachusetts and opened a dry goods store in 1837. He was also active in a number of religious activities. The dry goods store, known as A.D. Matthews & Sons, was run by Azel's sons, James and Gardiner, after his death.

From the guide to the Matthews family papers, 1840-1910, (Brooklyn Historical Society)

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associatedWith Depew, Chauncey M., (Chauncey Mitchell), 1834-1928 person
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Birth 1809

Death 1900

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