John Moat, son of William Moat, was born in Catasauqua, May 14, 1873. At the age of 15 years he learned the trade of machinist, and since March 1, 1887 is employed in the Bryden Horse Shoe Works. He is foreman of the machine department. He is actively identified with the Republican Party, and is a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Catasauqua. Socially he holds membership in the following organizations: I.O.O.F, of Catasauqua; RedMen. in which he is a Past Sachem, and the Bryden Beneficial Society, of which he is one of the Board of Managers. On March 28, 1895) he was married to Elizabeth G. Williams, a daughter of Thomas and Elizabeth (Cunningham) Williams, natives of Wales. Issue: J. Russell and Harry L.. graduates of the Catasauqua High School, 1913; Charles, died in infancy, and Elsie L.