John Welty was recorded in the 1860 census of Cumberland Township, Adams County, Pennsylvania as 55 years old, born in Pennsylvania and working as a farmer. The census credited John Welty with real estate valued at $5,000 and personal estate valued at $500. The same household included Mary A. McGlaughlin, Caroline McGlaughlin and Samuel W. McGlaughlin. The age reported in 1860 places the resident's birth at about 1805.
Age in 1860: 55
Sex: M
Race: W
Birthplace: Pennsylvania
Township: Cumberland
Dwelling Number: 441
Family Number: 494
Occupation after 1860: Farmer
Identification Status: Unresolved
Confidence Level: Weak
Evidence Strength: Weak Circumstantial