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He was succeeded by Lorenzo Dow Bentley.
He labored with all his soul and as the result of his toils a good number were converted and added to the church.
Being more positive and fearless than most ministers he made enemies.
But the truly good will recall the scenes that then transpired with pleasure.
The church edifice was greatly improved at an expense of $705 during this year.
Brother Bentley remained but one year and was followed by H. W. Conant.
Several professed conversion during his admin- istration.
He remained two years.
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E. E. Coffin
DEALER IN ALL KINDS OF
GOOD HORSES,
Any one wanting a horse in the spring will do well to write me at Scott City, Kansas, and I will do my best to secure the kind of horse desired
Well Matched Pairs, Single and Double Drivers, Heavy Draft
and Farm Horses.
I can suit most anyone wanting a horse as they have been selected by me personally for this market and I know what I have and will guarantee them to be as represented or refund the Money. I will refer you to anyone to whom I have sold horses for the past seven years in this Vicinity. When I sell a man a horse once I can sell to him again if in need of one.
E. E. COFFIN,
ENFIELD, CONN.
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The church sustained a loss in the decease of Brother Jabez Phelps; but he did not forget them in his will.
The parsonage was given to the society by their paying to the estate about $125.
He also gave $200. the interest of which is to :be paid to the cause of missions annually and placed to the credit of this church.
Bro. J. W. Worcester was pastor from April 1860 to April 1862.
Previous to conference of 1862 the old parsonage was sold and the present one bought, through the liberality of Bro. James Pasco to whom both pastor and people should feel themselves under many obligations.
For the present one with the garden and fruit trees, is vastly superior to the former.
In the month of April, 1858, the writer was ap- pointed to this charge.
Soon after his arrival nearly one-sixth of the members took letters for the purpose of organizing a church in Windsor Locks, the place of their resi- dence.
He is confident of having rendered but imper- fect service, but has endeavored to be faithful in all departments of the work.
More than twenty have professed conversion, twelve have been received into society and nine into full membership; thirteen have been baptised.
During the year he has made about 380 pastoral calls.
He will leave with the kindest feelings towards the people and believing the future will show he did not labor in vain.
J. F. SHEFFIELD.
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Connecticut
Stai ed Glass
Plain and Ornamented Glass,
Were established in 1898 by Mr. Louis S. Welch, who was formerly connected with Messrs. J. & R. Lamb, the prominent glass workers of New York City. Mr. Welch has had an experience of many years and is prepared to execute contracts of any magnitude in stained and leaded glass, metallic settings, protecting glass and screens, church win- dow ventilators, etched glass, etc., besides making a specialty of restoring and repairing old windows. His office and works are at No. 34 Kinsley street.
A list of Mr. Welch's important work would include the following : The Jewish Synagogue on Market street; Methodist Episcopal Church at Ware- house Point, Conn. ; residence of Edward S. Young, Washington street; residence of W. E. Sweeney, Retreat avenue; residence of Charles May, Kenyon street; residence of James H. Bidwell, Farmington avenue ; residence of C. H. Talcott, Woodland street; houses built in Hartford by Gagnier & Angers, Springfield contractors.
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PRESIDING ELDER, REV. G. H. BATES.
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Charles Collard Adams was appointed pastor in 1862.
Found a good parsonage, and pleasant social people.
Labored in the Sabbath School and when I left in the fall there were 100 bonafide scholars in the school.
The changes in the membership are few.
Bro. Patchen a very worthy christian of long standing passed to his Heavenly reward.
Being an ardent supporter of the Government I enlisted in Co. B. 22nd Reg. C. V. on the 8th Sept. 1862 -- determined not to witness a draft in the state and I refuse to volunteer.
Friends secured the appointment of Chaplin for me and I was commissioned as such by Gov. William Buckingham dating the 13th Sept. 1862.
The brethren voted me leave of absence until conference and I went with the regiment.
Bro. Wm Crawford of the New York East Con- ference supplied the pulpit the remainder of the year.
He was paster of the M. E. Church at Windsor Locks.
I was appointed to this charge April 1863. Commenced the good work and by the help of God a few were converted to Christ.
During my pastorate of three years, three mem- bers of the little flock died in hope of a glorious im- mortality, namely Mrs. Lydia Rockwell, Mrs. Sarah Wilman and Bro. James Pascoe, the latter long a pillar in the church.
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F. T. PHELPS,
of King Street
Calls on his customers on the following days :
WAREHOUSE POINT,
Tuesdays,
Thursdays, and
Saturdays.
Prior and Wells Streets, East Windsor, Mondays
and Fridays.
Wallop and Melrose
Wednesdays.
First Class prime top beef, Mutton, Lamb, Veal, Pork, Hams and Bacon. Salt Meats of best quality. Poultry of all kinds in their season.
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Notwithstanding all he had done Bro. Pascoe bequeathed $425 -- the interest of which is to aid in supporting the ministry of the church of which he had been for a long time a worthy member. He also gives $20.00 per annum until Abbie P. [his daughter] is 21 years of age, but should she die be- fore arriving at that age, he gives $1000 more, the interest of which is also to be given in support of the ministry. He also gives $roo the interest of which is to be given to the missionary cause. William Oscar Cady.
In 1866 Rev. Robert Parsons was appointed to this church and remained one year.
April 1867 Rev. John Cooper was appointed to this church and remained two years.
April 1869 Rev. L. W. Blood came to this charge. During the first year the religious interest was low. There were no conversions. Three were re- ceived into the church.
Soon after conference of the second year there were several hopeful conversions 14 of whom I re- ceived on trial.
On the first sabbath in Nov., 12 were received into full connection. Late in the year a few more professed conversion. During the year twenty have been received on trial and 9 baptized.
During the first year the parsonage was painted and papered inside, also shingled, at an expense of about $120. The second year the church was shingled at an expense of about $200.
In the years of 1871 and 1872 Bro. A. L. Dear- ing was the pastor in charge.
The church was painted at a cost of $175 and parsonage at a cost of $50.
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LEONARD D. GROTTA & CO.
PACKERS OF LEAF TOBACCO, WAREHOUSE POINT, CONN.
NEW YORK OFFICE, 148 WATER STREET,
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In the years of 1873-74 and 75 Bro. John How- son was the pastor in charge. There were 15 conversions most of whom were added to the church.
The church was remodled, repaired and an or- gan, which cost $1000 added at a cost of $2500.
The church was also carpeted by the ladies aid society which did good work during those three winters.
In April of 1891 F. C. Baker was appointed to Warehouse Point, and came a stranger in a strange place. He says: "I found the church very low and the official members about discouraged. They were . contemplating a reduction of the salary, which was already too small to afford more than the bare ne- cessaries of life to the pastor's family".
The Lord smiled upon us from the beginning
Some few young people were converted during the first month, the congregations began to increase and kept increasing. In the month of November we had a gracious revival in which the Rev. Joseph Jackson rendered valuable assistance, and the church took a new lease of life. Twenty-five were received on probation ; four fifths of whom came into full connection and promise much for the future of the church.
During this year the church made the best aver- age increase in benevolent collections of any church on the district, so says Presiding Elder Tirrell.
Instead of the reduction contemplated at the beginning of the year, the pastor's salary was in- creased by the fourth quarterly conference.
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J. H. SPENKOCH,
Practical Baker
and Confectioner,
MAIN ST., WINDSOR LOCKS, CONN.
Ice Cream Parlor open all summer. The best of service and the best Ice Cream to be found any- where.
Baker Team leaves Windsor Locks for Ware- house Point Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday in the forenoon.
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One of the successful moves of the year was the adoption of Sunday night preaching instead of two prayer meetings as had been the custom.
1892, Re-appointed to Warehouse Point. (It was no disappointment) we began in harmony the work of another year.
The harmony was continued and the church has grown in strength, numbers, influence and power with and for God. The pastor's monthly (Sunday evening) lectures to the young people which had awakened so wide spread an interest during the previous fall and winter, were continued throughout this year with the same interest and favor.
In November revival meetings were held. Mrs. J. E. Reed and Miss Rosa M. Williams, evangelists, were with us for two weeks.
The church was greatly blest and a few hope- fully converted.
Near the close of this year the remodeling of the church was agitated, plans were prepared by Bro. G. W. Bower and an effort made to raise $2550 for this purpose.
As we close our pastorate we have secured $1, 825.00 of the amount in pledges and feel confident that enough will yet be secured to authorize the prosecution of this much needed improvement in the church property. The movement now on foot, to sell the pipe organ is, we believe, in the right di- rection, and we shall be glad to learn of its success.
FREDERICK CHARLES BAKER
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Mr. Henry Winkler,
The Warehouse Point
MILKMAN
Supplies his customers with GOOD FRESH MILK Every Morning.
rocker's
Famous De lunches, SPRINGFIELD, MASS.
Opposite COURT SQUARE,
To all whom it may concern
Especially on the West side of the River.
0 you know there is a Fish Market on Grove St., Windsor Locks, where you can get Crabs, Lobsters, Clams, long and round, and FISH of all kinds? We pay Bridge Fare.
OLD CHURCH, built in the year 1832.
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& Co.,
DEALERS IN
Seeds, Fertilizers, Implements,
Shelf and Heavy Hardware,
LUMBER, Doors, Windows, Blinds,
Lime and Cement.
Agricultural Chemicals, Bradley XL Phosphates, Swift Sure Phosphate, Hubbard's Fertilizers, Mapes' Manures, Tobacco Stems,
Canada Hardwood Ashes,
Lawn Dressing,
Shingles, Spruce and Chestnut Timber,
North Carolina Pine,
Michigan White Pine,
Poplar, Tobacco Cases,
Glazed Pipe,
Brick, Land Tile,
* Longman & Martinez Pure Prepared Paints, Stevens Fertilizer Sowers, Mc Cormack Harvesting Machines,
Osborne Rakes and Tedders, New-York Champion Rakes, Wiard Plows and Rakes Acme Harrows, Syracuse Sulky Plows,
National Sulky Plows, Planet Jr. Tools, Iron Age Hand Tools,
Iron Age Riding Cultivators, Cutaway and Disc Harrows, Bemis Tobacco Trasplanter,
* Lawn Mowers.
F. S. Bidwell and Co.
Main Street,
Windsor Locks, Conn.
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SABBATH SCHOOL,
Organized January 5th, 1834, under the pastorate of Rev. F. W. BILL.
James Pasco, Jr., President. Henry Chapin, Vice President, John B. Abbe, Secretary.
Scholars of
Clarissa Hendrick and Lydia Abbe, Teachers,
Jane Abbe, Harriet Woodward, Ellen Woodward, Marietta Abbe, Josephine Boleyn, Marietta Allen. Scholars of Samuel Cook, Teacher.
Frederick A. Chapman, Albert B. Chapman,
Horace Woodward, Edmund H. Woodward,
R. Braman, C. Parmely, A. W. Allen, C. Hale, E. Fuller, J. Richardson, O, Edwards.
The present Officers of the Sunday School, are as follows :
Mr. O. F. Cone, the present Superintendent has two assistants, Mr. Arthur E Pascoe and Miss Lena J. Abbe. Mr. Olin S. Rockwell has been a faithful Secretary and Treasurer since January 1, 1894.
Mrs. William Bromage with her assistants has served the Sunday School well as Librarian.
The Officers are as follows :
O. F. Cone. A. E. Pascoe, Miss Lena J. Abbe, O. S. Rockwell, Mrs. William Bromage, Miss Lillian I. Munson.
The Teachers are as follows :
S. D. Rockwell, G. W. Bower, F. L. Jacobs, W. J. Baily, Mrs. Emily Sperry, Mrs. T. H. Munson, Rev. J. A. Wood, Miss Bessie M. Bower, Miss Hattie Derwig, Mrs. Emma M. Higgins, Mrs. Harriet Juckett, Miss G. D. Parker.
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E. W. BAILY,
1
FLORIST.
Cut Flowers, and Plants for House, Flower and Vegetable Gardens. PRICES REASONABLE. ₭ GREENHOUSE,
Warehouse Point Depot.
VISITORS ALWAYS WELCOME.
.
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CHRISTIAN ENDEAVOR SOCIETY.
A meeting in the interest of organizing a Y. P. S. C. E. was held in the M. E. Church, November 4, 1888 was addressed by Messrs T. I. Pease and J. L. Cooley, members of the Y. P. S. C. E. of En- field, Conn. Congregational Church. After explain- ing the benefit such a Society was in a church it was voted to organize a Society. Mr. G. W. Bower was chosen President, Miss G. D. Parker, Vice President, Mrs. M. K. Harlow, Secretary and Treasurer. There were thirteen active and eight associate mem- bers.
ACTIVE MEMBERS.
. Rev. W. Kirkby, Pastor, Mr. G. W. Bower,
Miss M. Parker, (Sellew)
Miss M. A. Thompson, (Watson)
Miss G. D. Parker,
Mr. LeRoy Bower, [Deceased]
Mr. J. W. Harlow,
Mrs. J. W. Harlow,
Mrs. Wm. Bromage.
Mrs. T. H. Munson,
Mr. J. Metcalf, [Deceased] Mr. E. W. Baily,
Miss M. E. Sperry, [Jacobs]
ASSOCIATE MEMBERS.
Miss Mabel Bower, [Parsons] Mr. James Potter,
Mr. H. C. Baily, Miss Lydia Abbe,
Miss Florence Durfee, [Simonds] Master Albert Kirkby,
Miss Alice Rockwell, [Weston] Miss Maud Durfee. [Smith]
The model Constitution of the United Society was adopted. There were three Committees apoint- ed, the Prayer Meeting, Lookout and Social. The first business meeting was held January 6, 1889.
The Secretary was instructed to purchase fifty topic cards : it was voted to have a business meeting every. month. At the second meeting February 3, 1889, the Prayer Meeting Committee reported an in- crease in attendance and a deep spiritual interest manifested.
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The Kelsey Furnace is constructed upon scientific principles which produce a heater of great power and efficiency. For a given size fire pot it presents a larger amount of heated surface for contact with cold air than any other furnace yet produced. Another thing about it is the fact that the heated air which it produces is not superheated but rather such a generous supply of warm air is produced that the building is evenly and constantly heated to the desired temperature.
If you are interested in furnaces or heaters of any kind we should be pleased to estimate cost of installing any of our system in your house.
The Kelsey system of house warming can be found in many of the finest homes of this locality . Not only is the Kelsey Furnace adapted for house warming but for churches, public buildings, schools and so forth it will give unequaled satisfac- tion and at a moderate cost. The Kelsey System of Heating has been installed in both of the churches of Warehouse Point. In the Methodist Episcopal and in the Saint John's Episcopal Church. Address all inquires to
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WINDSOR LOCKS, CONN.
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The Lookout Committee had also been working ; they proposed the names of three active and six associate members. The first money received into the treasury came from the free will offerings at the Prayer meetings. On the evening of April 5, 1889, the Society entertained the Enfield Union at their bi-monthly meeting, from six o'clock until seven a collation was served and a social hour enjoyed by a large delegation from the various Societies that com- prise the Union. The address of the evening was delivered by Miss Field of Boston.
In August 1890, the first Lawn Party was given on the Parsonage ground; the proceeds amounted to $22.50. This year we voted to give the offering re- ceived at the Consecration service to the Women's American Missionary Society. The Thompsonville water was placed in the Parsonage greatly to the comfort of the Pastor's family. A Delegate was sent, Rev. F. C. Baker to the International C. E. conven- tion which met at New York City 1892.
During this year the membership was larger than any previous year, numbering forty active and ten associate members. We have lost many by re- moval and death. In 1894 a nice cabinet organ was purchased and a quantity of singing books. In the autumn of this year an earnest effort was made in behalf of a No License campaign. We cast in our offering to forward this good work. The Society has always had money in the Treasury, although at one time the balance on hand was but three cents; at the next business meeting the report given was a balance of $1.89.
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C. F. CLEAVELAND,
DEALER IN
Dry Goods, Groceries, Hardware,
Woodenware, Crockery, Notions, STATIONERY,
Foreign and Domestic Fruits, Canned Goods, Etc. NEWSPAPERS and PERIODICALS.
Post Office Block. Windsor Locks, Conn.
L. L. ROBERTS,
WATCHMAKER AND JEWELER
I am prepared to do all kinds of
Watch, Clock and Jewelry Repairing.
Also have a nice line of jewelry in stock.
No. 19 Main St. Windsor Locks Conn.
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Quite a quantity of dishes and silverware have been bought. Since 1893 a woman has been hired to keep the vestry in order; the Society has been very faithful in paying this obligation ever since. 1895 the C. E. International Convention convened at Boston, Mass. The Rev. John Pierce was sent as a delegate. Miss Sadie Everett (a former faithful Secretary) was also present. On their return to us they gave a most interesting account of the proceed- ings. Miss Everett said "As a great company was gathered at Boston Common for an open air service, there came a copious shower, the company were obliged to seek shelter, in dispersing they went sing- ing, "There shall be showers of blessings".
In 1896 when the church was renovated and re- carpeted the Society contributed toward its comple- tion. When we heard that in the Jesse Lee Home, Alaska, they were in want of clothing and useful articles for their family of nine Alentian girls, our hearts were touched, we felt God called for our help; we had an offer, that if we pay freight on merchan- dise to Seattle, Washington, a steamer would for- ward all articles to the Mission Home in Alaska free. We enjoyed making a very pretty quilt and other useful articles were made, and pretty keepsakes to cheer the heart of the Matron; the barrel was full. From the following letter received you will see it was appreciated.
Jesse Lee Home, Unalaska, Alaska, July 28, 1896.
Dear Endeavorers and Co-Laborers :
Your gift of clothing etc. was received in due time and in good order after their long journey. I can assure you that we were very grateful to you for
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FRUIT Never sold so well as it does this season. The finest quality, Reasonable Prices, in our opin- ion, the cause. We want your fruit business. Try us, we will do you good.
LOUIS MOLINARI, WINDSOR LOCKS, Ct.
The Shaefer Shoe Store, HENRY W. GREENOUGH, Prop. Boots, Shoes and Rubbers OF ALL KINDS. REPAIRING NEATLY DONE. WINDSOR LOCKS, CONN.
SING LEE First-Class Laundry. Family Washing from 75c. per doz. upwards. Barnes Block, 2nd floor, WAREHOUSE POINT, CONN.
H. M. DOANE, Painter, Paper Hanger & Decorator All orders carefully and promptly attended to.
4 Maple Street, Warehouse Point, Conn.
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all the sacrifices you have made in our behalf. May God's blessing rest upon you and may he richly re- ward you. Our greatest need now is money to com- plete the new building. Pray that God may open the hearts and pocket-books of His people to help us. Again thanking you for your gift, I remain, Your sister in Christ,
Agnes L. Sowle, Matron.
(Since this was written a very large, plain Home has been built, so that the number of inmates is very much increased. )
In 1898 we gave a Birthday Party which netted the society $29 79. In two years 1898 and 1899 we have donated to the Stewards $100. 00. A course of four lectures was given commencing November I, 1898. Subject "Old Newgate" illustrated.
Nov. 15, "Our New Possessions" "
29, The New Woman.
Dec. 5, Cranks and Crazes.
These Lectures were profitable and entertaining and increased the treasury $51. 30.
Tithing dollars were circulated and at the Harvest Supper the Society made $33.21. From the album quilt we received $22.00. When the new Church. was commenced the Society voted to move the pipe organ, have it thoroughly renovated and water mo- tor attached at a cost of $450.00. We voted to fur- nish a room; this we have done.
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OLD SOUTH STORE.
The trolley Cars stop in front of our Store. You find it a great convenience. We
run practically a Department Store.
Dept. 1. A full line of staple and Fancy Groceries. If you want any novelties you are quite likely to find it here.
Dept. 2. A full line of staple Dry Goods, Underwear, Hosiery, Notions, Ladies Cotton Underwear, Wrappers, Shirtwaists, etc. etc.
Dept. 3. Boots, Shoes and Rubbers. In this department we aim to carry a good line of Shoes for Men, Women and Children. We solicit your trade.
H. W. KING & CO.
Tate Bros.,
DEALERS IN
WALL PAPER
AND
Painters' Supplies.
WINDSOR LOCKS, CONN.
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While it may appear that we have accomplished financially more than Spiritually, we will turn to the list of members; there are many who joined us as Associate friends. By the prayerful and persistent efforts of the Active members, these have been con- verted and joined the Church and become active in all good works; they are the Pastor's support and en- couragement. Our motto "For Christ and the Church."
Seeking only Souls to win From the deadly power of sin, We would guide their steps aright Out of darkness into light.
The favorite hymn at all business meetings from the earliest has been :
A charge to keep I have, A God to glorify ; A never dying soul to save And fit it for the sky.
We would continue on in this good way singing
Arm me with jealous care, As in thy sight to live; And O, thy servent, Lord, prepare, A strict account to give.
Sketch prepared by Miss G. D. Parker for committee.
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CHAS. A. NORRIS, AGENT FOR Tribune and Featherstone
BICYCLES.
Repairing promptly and neatly done.
SHOES OOSHOES
Of course you buy shoes where you can get the best for the price you pay. My business is SHOES. I have all kinds, and if the read- ers of this ad. will call at my store, in Smith's Block, near White Mill, Thompsonville, I will give them bargains.
JOHN CUMMINGS, THOMPSONVILLE.
J.W. JOHNSON, ATTORNEY AT LAW,
WINDSOR LOCKS, CONN.
Watchmakers, Jewelers and Opticians.
Glasses Properly Fitted. Oculists Prescriptions Filled.
Watches, Clocks and Jewelry at reasonable prices, Quality Guaranteed. Repairing of all kinds promptly done.
THOMAS & LONG,
Main Street, - THOMPSONVILLE, CONN.
RANSFORD AVERY PARKER.
Senior member of building committee. Joined the church, June 15, 1856. Elected trustee, December 23, 1863. Elected steward, 1856. Few men can show as good a record for attendance at the busi- ness meetings of the church as Mr. Parker, for during those years, he has been present at nearly every meeting.
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Post Office Building.
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Spring Garden of Philadelphia,
North British and Mercantile of London Boston of Boston, American of Boston, The Scottish Union and National of Edinburgh. Fidelity & Casualty Co. of New York. Accidents and Health.
HARRIET C. JOHNSON [PARKER. ]
The subject of this sketch is the oldest living member of this church, having united with it during the pastorate of Rev. Abel Gardner, April 2, 1854.
She was born at Heriford, Lower Canada, May 25, 1824, and is a decendent from sturdy Vermont ancestry When ten years of age, she moved with her parents to Hinsburg, Vt., and received a common school education. In 1846-1847 she taught school in King Street, Warehouse Point, Conn., where she became acquainted with Mr. R. A. Parker, their marriage taking place, October 31, 1847.
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PASTORS AND CHURCH MEMBERS. Time Received and How Removed.
1829-1830, Rev. George Southworth, Pastor. Members taken in during pastorate.
Time Received.
How Removed.
Ephraim Randall, died Jan. 1843
James Vining,
by letter
John B. Abbe,
by letter
Alnianzor A. Buckland, by letter
Seth J. Patten,
by letter May 1842
Phineas Parsons,
dropped
Hezekiah Allen,
withdrew May 21, 1839
Łevi Parsons,
withdrew 1853
Otis Pasco,
by letter 1833
Brinton Allen,
by letter
Harrison Markham,
by letter
Eliphalet C. Pease,
1832
Sarah Randall,
letter to Springfield 1844
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