CAMPAU, Thomas, surveyor and civil engineer; born, Detroit, Feb. 6, 1827; son of James and Rosette (Chene) Campau; educated by private tuition; married at Detroit, 1852, Mary A. Mellon (deceased, 1897), daughter of Major Charles Mellon, U.S.A. Began active career as apprentice in office of Judge John Almy, civil engineer, 1849, continuing for two years; city surveyor of Detroit, 1852-62; county surveyor of WayneCo. six years; then resumed individual practice, in which has since continued; member firm of Thomas Campau & Sons. Democrat. Catholic. Office: 705 Whitney Blk. Residence: 472 E. Fort St.
The Book of Detroiters 1908