al fairness and
acumen, and suavity of manner, in the trial of cases, which made him
deservedly popular with the members of the bar who practised in his
court. In the year following his retirement from the bench, he removed
his office from Lowell to Boston, where he has since resided, practising
in the courts, not only of this Commonwealth, but of the neighboring
States and in the Supreme Court of the United States. In 1874, he was
elected a member of Congress, from the fourth congressional district of
Massachusetts. He was chosen by his Democratic colleagues of the House a
member of the Electoral Commission, to determine the controverted result
of the presidential election. When the gravity of the situation, and the
dangers of the country at that time, are taken into account, it is
obvious that no higher compliment could have been paid than that
involved in this selection; a compliment which was fully justified by
the courage and ability which Judge Abbott manifested as a member of
that commission. It should have been mentioned before, that, in 1838,
Judge Abbott married Caroline, daughter of Judge Edward St. Loe
Livermore. After what has been said, it is scarcely necessary to give a
summary of the prominent traits of Judge Abbott as a man and a lawyer.
The warmth and fidelity of his friendship are known to all such as have
had the good fortune to enjoy that friendship. He is as conspicuous for
integrity and purity of character as for professional ability. As a
citizen, he is noted for patriotism, liberality, and public spirit.
As a politician, he is true to his convictions. As a business man,
he has brought to the aid of the large railroad and manufacturing
interests, with which he has long been, and is still, connected, large
intelligence, great energy, and sound judgment. His physical and mental
powers are undiminished, and it may be hoped that many years of honor
and prosperity are still in store for him.

GENEALOGY.

[1. GEORGE ABBOT, the pioneer, born in 1615, emigrated from Yorkshire,
England, about 1640, and was one of the first settlers and proprietors
of Andover, in 1643. His house was a garrison for many years. In 1647,
he married Hannah Chandler, daughter of William and Annis Chandler. They
were industrious, economical, sober, pious, and respected. With
Christian fortitude they endured their trials, privations, and dangers.
He died December 24, 1681, aged 66. She married (2) the Reverend Francis
Dane, m