Jan. 11, 2025 By The Woodhaven Cultural and Historical Society The story of John R. Pitkin is one of ambition, determination and resilience. Born the son of a shoemaker, Pitkin left home at the tender age of 12 to carve his own path. He started as a farmhand, earning as little as $5 a…
Jul. 1, 2023 By Woodhaven Cultural and Historical Society The son of a shoemaker, John R. Pitkin left home at the age of 12 to seek his fortune. A hard working young man, Pitkin worked on different farms for several years, his earnings starting at $5 per month and soon reaching $11. Having put aside…
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