Keeper Bio: Thomas, George

Keepers

Date of Service: 1855-1859

1855: George Thomas is named Principal Keeper at Cove Point Lighthouse, MD. His salary was $350/year.

1857: Keeper Thomas dies on duty at Cove Point Lighthouse, MD.

1857-1859: Sarah Thomas, wife of George, is named Principal Keeper at Cove Point Lighthouse, MD.

Sources: Chesapeake Chapter Keeper’s Database; familysearch.org; uslhs.org

 

 

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