How do I find U.S. census info on alms house populations of Montville, CT since 1790? (New London county)?

Question

alms houses were also known as poor houses

Answer 1

Before 1850 the census is a little vague. After that you usually get good information. Go to a familiy history center to get on line with Ancestory.com of Heritage.com. Some public libraries will also give you access. Instead of looking up indivuals, look up the community. The 1880 census is one line at familysearch.org for free from home.