Career
Angell began his architectural career in 1872 as a draftsman in the Providence firm of Walker & Gould. By 1880, he had become a prominent designer and was permitted by the partners to take his own commissions. In January of 1881, he and Thomas J. Gould of Walker & Gould left the firm, which would become William R. Walker & Son.
The two formed a new partnership, Gould & Angell.
Gould retired from the firm in 1897, and began practicing alone. Angell & Swift continued in practice until 1934, Swift"s death.
Afterwards, Angell entered semi-retirement, taking occasional work at an office in his Pawtuxet home. His early life and education is unknown.
Upon his death, Angell was Rhode Island"s oldest architect.