John Watson Bell
Several biographies and secondary sources state that John came to Utah in 1854, a year ahead of his wife and children. However, Perpetual Emigrating Fund records suggest that he came in 1855.
Some sources state that he traveled with the Benjamin L. Clapp company, however, the Clapp company did not leave until 1856.
His wife and children came to Utah in 1855.
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1805 May 28
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1854 (Age 48)
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Started Circa 1854
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Ended Circa 1854
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49
Died
1877 (Age 72)
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Occurred Circa 1877
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John Watson Bell (1805 - 1877) Profile