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Parsons, Hon. J. Russell, was born at Hoosick Falls, October 14, 1830, and continues to reside at the old homestead
on High street in that village. Educated at the Ball Academy and at Brown University, he was graduated from the
latter institution as a civil engineer, and for many years practiced that profession on State canals and in construction
of various railroads throughout the United States. Since 1852 he has been associated with the Walter A. Wood Machine
Co. as vice president, and as a trusted adviser ot the late Mr. Wood. For about twenty five years he has had charge
of the patent business of the firm, demonstrating legal and administrative ability of the highest order. Mr. Parsons
is a Democrat of the old school, earnest, determined, and sincere, and is popular with all classes and parties.
Of his personal benevolence little has become known outside those 'who have benefited by his noble and unostentatious
charities. Always foremost in advancing educational interests, he has, during a long term of years as president
of the local Board of Education, done much to elevate the standard of educational facilities, and in the county
legislature left a clear and admirable record as its presiding officer.
From:
Landmarks of Rensselaer County
BY: George Baker Aaderson
Published By: D. Mason & Co. Publishers
Syracuse, NY 1897
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