Congdon was born on May 20, 1844, in
West Clarksville, New York. Congdon attended Friendship Academy. He lived in Clarksville, where he worked in farming, cheese manufacturing, and oil producing. In 1867, he helped build the first cheese factory in Clarksville. He served in the Assembly in
1892 and
1893. He was part of the committees for railroad, electricity, gas, and water supply. Congdon married Elma E. Keller in 1865. Their children were Mary R. Hammond,
Cassius, Archie D. Gail, and Arson. He was buried in Clarksville Cemetery. == References ==