I am looking for information regarding my great-great grandfather, George E. Camm, Sr. He was born January 15, 1844 in England (I would love to know where). He came to the United States as a young man, and settled in Johnstown, NY sometime around the Civil War.

He was a jeweler, engraver, and watchsmith.

He married Dorothy Nellis (b. Dec 13, 1843, d. Dec 4, 1927)

At the time of 1869, he and his business partner, Eli R. Dorn, owned a jewelry business on North Side Main in Johnstown, Camm & Dorn.

A 1907 business guide to Johnstown has an entry for George, Sr.:

GEORGE E. CAMM - Practical watchmaker and optician, No. 8 East Main Street. This concern was established in the year 1868, and it has been in the present location since the year 1888. Mr. G. E. Camm is the proprietor and since he took charge of the business he has advanced steadily and conservatively until he has placed his business among the leading establishments of its kind in the city. He has sound business sense, a thorough knowledge of his art, and believes in fair and honorable dealing with his patrons. His store is well stocked with high class goods. The large patronage which he enjoys demonstrates the wisdom of the careful business policies which he has pursued. There is also a work and repair chop where the finest work is done, particular attention being given also to the finest kind of engraving. Mr. Camm has taken care of the school clocks of the city for thirty-five years. Mr. Camm is also a practical optician, and has two assistants.


He died in Johnstown on July 29, 1919.

My grandfather, Edwin Sturdevant Camm, died on August 4, 2002, in Johnstown, NY. Edwin was the grandson of George E. Camm, Sr. His father was George E. Camm, Jr.

Any information would be greatly appreciated! My name is Duncan Hsu. My mother, Ruth Camm, is Edwin Camm's oldest daughter. I can be reached at duncanhsu2002@yahoo.com