"9. Capt. Daniel Trowbridge (Thomas4, Thomas2, Thomas1), born October 25, 1703, in New Haven, Conn.; died August 4, 1752, (by gravestone in Center Church crypt) in New Haven; … Daniel Trowbridge was given educational advantages by his father. He attended Hopkins Grammar School and was graduated from Yale College in 1725. He took up his residence in New Haven, and made his home there during his life. His father's business interests caused him to turn to the sea and he commanded vessels for a number of years before becoming a merchant on his own account. He resided on the east side of Meadow street just north of Water street He was among the original proprietors of Union wharf. He amassed a large fortune for those days and his inventory shows an estate of £4900. His grave and that of his wife are marked by substantial stones in the crypt under Center Church."