History of Middlesex County, Massachusetts, with biographical sketches of many of its pioneers and prominent men, Vol. III, Part 200

Author: Hurd, D. Hamilton (Duane Hamilton) ed
Publication date: 1890
Publisher: Philadelphia, J. W. Lewis & co
Number of Pages: 1278

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December 14, 1859, the brethren met in these apart- ments for the first time, where they continued to hold meetings and work under Dispensation, until a charter was granted September 12, 1860, with the following as charter members :- Sylvester Bucklin, Samuel Chipman, Thomas Corey, Martin Dadmun, Jr., J. M. Farwell, Alexander C. Felton, Jonah IIowe, Asa Lewis, Wm. H. Marston, Burleigh Morse, Samuel J. M. Weston, Charles F. Morse and Jabez S. Wither- bee. Of these brethren, three, Brothers Samuel Chip-

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man, Jonah Howe and Jabez S. Witherbee were mem- bers of the old lodge, and formed a connecting link between the old and new organization.

Numerous accessions to the lodge were made dur- ing the year, adding many sturdy and influential citizens to its membership, and quite outgrowing their limited quarters. During the fall of 1860, ar- rangements were made and a lease obtained of a suit of rooms at No. 136 Main Street, since known as Corey's Block. These apartments were first occupied October 16, 1860, when a special communication was held for the purpose of receiving the officers of the Grand Lodge of Massachusetts. Most Wor. Winslow Lewis, Grand Master, who, together with his suite, was present for the purpose of installing the officers of the Lodge and dedicating the new apartments. Wor. Bro. Alexander C. Felton was installed Mas- ter, Bros. Burleigh Morse, Sen. Warden, J. S. With- erbee, Jun. Warden, Sylvester Bucklin treasurer, and J. M. Farwell secretary. From this time rapid strides were made in additional membership and Masonic in- terest; the fathers of the lodge of to-day were then taking their degrees, and their zeal and constancy is a sufficient assurance of a thorough initiation.

At the date of the reorganization of United Breth- ren Lodge, Feltonville (now known as Hudson), was a part of Marlborough, and many of its best citizeus became members of the fraternity and affiliated with the lodge here. This membership covered a period of abont five years. In the latter part of 1864 the brethren from Hudson, tiring of their long journey to attend lodge meetings, and having sufficient strength to warrant independence, applied for and obtained a charter for themselves. This signal- ized the advent of Doric Lodge, A. F. and A. M., of Hudson, which has since maintained a healthy growth, and been ever active in promoting the tenets of Masonry. An intimate fraternal feeling has al. ways existed between United Brethren and Doric Lodges, and frequent interchange of visits by the brethren serves to strengthen the ties that bind them as one band of friends and brothers.

The years of the Civil War found many brothers espousing the Union cause, and taking active service for the maintenance of the Government. The zeal and loyalty of such as were spared to return have never abated.

Thirteen Masters have presided over the lodge since its organization in 1859, of whom all are living at the date of this writing (1890) excepting Worship- ful Brother, George H. Adams, who presided with great acceptance during the years 1869 to 1872, inclusive, and who deceased after a brief illness and was buried from the Unitarian Church with Masonic honors.

The following are the names of the Past Masters in the order of their election, and their years of service.

Worshipful Brothers, Alexander C. Felton, 1860-61 ; Burleigh Morse, 1862-63-64, '67 ; Samuel J. Shaw, 1865; W. E. C. Worcester, 1866 ; George N. Cate, 1868, '75 ; George H. Adams, 1869-70-71-72; William S. Frost, 1873-74 ; Lewis I. Hapgood, 1876 ; George H. Whitney, 1877-

78-79-80 ; Benjamin F. Greeley, 1881-82-83, '86; Frederick J. Jewett, 1884-85 ; Edwin A. Evans, 1887-88-89 ; J. Frank Child, 1890, and ia at present presiding maater.

To these brothers much of the interest in lodge membership and proficiency in works may be attribut- ed. Worshipful Brother Burleigh Morse, whose name appears near the head of this list, is a veteran in Masonry ; his attendance has been long and faith- ful, and his familiar face may be seen at lodge meet- ings as regularly to-day, after thirty years of service, as that of the youngest member.

To Worshipful Brother George N. Cate, may be traced a marked advance in accuracy of lodge work and attention to detail, the brother imparting to the membership of his own dignity, which combined with firmness of character, and a thorough knowledge of the mysteries of freemasonry, raised the lodge to a higher plane, with a corresponding increase of interest by the brethren. This discipline has con- tinued to exercise a most salutary effect, and is wortby of emulation.

At a meeting of the lodge held October 4, 1882, especially convened for considering the commutation of the Grand Lodge Tax, Most Worshipful Samuel C. Lawrence, Grand Master, was present, and nrged the importance of cancelling the remaining debt from Masonic Temple. The meeting was very fully attended, and it was decided to commute the tax by one payment in full. Similar action became almost unanimous throughout the lodges of the State, and the administration of Worshipful Brother Lawrence, saw the Grand Lodge indebtedness entirely ex- tinguished.

The quarters secured by the brethren in October, 1860, were from time to time replenished with new furniture, and uninterruptedly occupied by them until the morning of December 7, 1883, when a disastrous fire occurred, destroying both apartments and furniture; unavailing efforts were made to save the charter ; the books and records, however, were secured, and, though somewhat stained by water and smoke, were found to be entirely legible. The lodge sustained a loss of about $1600, on which there was an insurance of $1000. The bretbren at ouce secured the use of Pythian Hall as a place of meeting, until such time as permanent apartments could be provided.

Arrangements were early made, and an agreement signed, by which the lodge was to be granted a ten years' lease of the entire upper floor of a contemplated new brick block, since known as " Hazleton's Block " No. 203 Main Street. Though long delayed, the building was finally completed, and the upper-story suitably divided, with a main hall and ante-rooms, especially adapted for lodge purposes.

To a committee of the lodge was intrusted the frescoing and furnishing of these rooms, which were completed and occupied for the first time at a special communication, August 5, 1885. At a public-meet- ing of the lodge, October 14, 1885, Most Wor. Abra-

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ham H. Howland, Jr., Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Massachusetts, and his suite were present, and according to ancient customs and usages, pro- ceeded to dedicate the new apartments to Free Masonry, to Virtue and Universal Benevolence.

These impressive ceremonies were supplemented by remarks at length by the Grand Master and members of his suite, charging the brethren to a continuance of those Masonic principles and virtues, which have ever been, and should ever be, the beacon lights of symbolic and practical Masonry. About two hundred members, visitors and ladies were present, and were welcomed to the banquet-room at the close of the for- mal exercises. Regular communications are held dur- ing the entire year, on the evening of Wednesday on, or before the Full of the Moon, though the lodge may, at its option, adjourn over the months of July and August. Special communications are convened from time to time, on such days and dates as the Master may designate.

The social character found in Masonry is pre-emi- nently democratic, laying aside for the time those artificial distinctions of rank and wealth, which, though they may be requisite in the world, yet among Masons are unknown. Its members meet on one com- mon level of brotherhood and equality, where virtue and emulation in good works are preferments, and the grand aim is to see " who best cau work and best agree."

A series of public gatherings have been held at Masonic Hall during the winter months for several years past, to which the ladies are especially welcome. Readings, music and social games add not a little to the good feeling which characterizes these entertain- ments. So far they have been successful, and have seemingly become inseparable as a social pbase of the Masonic family.

In addition to that universal charity which per- meates every Masonic body, there is connected with United Brethren Lodge, a Mutual Benefit Associa- tion, confined strictly to the affiliated members of this lodge, by which each brother, paying into a general fund the sum of one dollar, becomes a member. No further assessment is made until a brother dies, when one dollar more is collected and held as a reserve fund. This money is entirely distinct and separate from the funds of the lodge treasury, and payable immediately upon the decease of a brother, to his surviving representative, having as a primary object, the supplying of ready money to the widow or orphans in the bour of their bereavement, when incidental expenses and funeral charges are imperative. The benefits of this arrangement have been most gratify- ing to the members of the fraternity upon several occasions during the few years it has been in opera- tion, and has received the cordial support of a large percentage of the membership. To a true brother the pleasure of giving in the hour of need is ample reward, and in harmony with Masonic obligations.

United Brethren Lodge has for many years been

especially zealous in its care for sick and needy brethren. A Relief Committee is annually appointed by the Master, to visit the sick and extend pecuniary aid when and where needed. A nurse or watcher is supplied when occasion requires, and the expenses paid from the Lodge treasury.

These duties have been most faithfully discharged. It is claimed of our Institution, and is literally true, that a Mason, destitute and worthy, "May find in every clime a brother, and in every land a home."

Masonry teaches, however, that charity to the needy should not partake of that exclusiveness, which ac- cords relief to members "of the household only," or be alone confined to the granting of pecuniary aid, for, Masonically speaking, charity also embraces a state of mind, which renders a brother full of love and good-will towards others, to overlook misfortunes and deal gently with the erring.

An Adoptive Rite in Masonry, known as "the Or- der of the Easteru Star," has recently been instituted under the guardianship of United Brethren Lodge, and is now working under dispensation. This branch is composed largely of ladies, drawing its membership from the wives, widows, mothers, sisters and daugh- ters of the Masonic fraternity. Affiliated Master- Masons are also eligible as members, and fill a few of the subordinate offices. Much interest has already been manifested, and the work of organization and initiation has advanced rapidly. From the numerous applications for admission, there can be no doubt of its popularity and success.

United Brethren Lodge is especially zealous in transmitting the symbolisms of Masonry from the older to the younger members of the Order, every in- itiate being orally instructed in the lectures and work of Ancient Craft Masonry, as handed down by the fathers, without addition or innovation. The atten- tive ear receives the sound from the instructive tongue, guarding with vigilance the unwritten legends of this mysterious order, whose venerable years have numbered in its membership the most illustrions men of their day, whose quiet and unostentatious deeds of kindness have lightened the burden of the nnfortu- nate in every land, and whose charity is especially invoked towards a brother, his widow and orphans. Long may it continue in every good word aud work, bearing its deeds of love and charity, wherever the hand of distress may prefer its suit, or the burdened heart pour out its sorrows.

Houghton Royal Arch Chapter .- This organization dates its beginning from the 14th of May, 1867, when a number of Companions from Framingham R. A. Chapter, residents of Marlborough, met in Masonic Hall for the purpose of consulting in regard to the formation of a chapter in this town.

Brother Burleigh Morse presided at this meeting, with John F. Cotting as secretary. It was the unan- inious sentiment of the Companions present that such action should be taken, and it was voted to petition

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the Grand Chapter of Massachusetts for permission to open and hold a Chapter of the Royal Arch Ma- sons in Marlborough.

The Grand Chapter promptly considered the peti- tion, and June 11, 1867, the necessary dispensation was granted by Ex. Comp., Richard Briggs, Grand High Priest of the Grand Chapter.

The name of Houghton R. A. Chapter was adopted, complimentary to Brother George Houghton, of Hud- son, whose generous contributions aided largely in supplying the necessary paraphernalia for lodge pur- poses. The following Companions composed the first Council, and filled the various subordinate offices :

Most Ex. Burleigh Morse, High Priest ; P. E. Millay, Ex. King ; W. E. C. Worcester, Ex. Scribe ; Martin Dadmun, Treasurer ; John F. Cot- ting, Secretary ; Rev. W. A. Start, Chaplain; M. P. Rogers, Capt. of Ilost ; C. F. Morse, P. S. ; E. A. Bradley, R. A. Capt. ; George N. Cate, Master of 3d Veil ; C. D. Hunter, Master of 2d Veil ; George E. Sher- man Master of Ist Veil ; E. F. Longley and L. Dadmun, Stewards.

Work under dispensation was continued until the following year, when application was made for a charter, which was granted, and the Chapter duly instituted September 25, 1868.

Accessions to membership from year to year have been made from United Brethren Lodge, of Marlbor- ough, Doric, of Hudson, Siloam, of Westboro', St. Bernard, of Southboro', and various other lodges.

The following companions have presided over the chapter since its organization :- Most Ex. Burleigh Morse from 1867 to 1872 inclusive, also during the year 1878. N. S. Chamberlain for the years 1873 and 1874. J. A. Clisbee 1875 to 1877 inclusive. T. A. Coolidge 1879 to 1884 inclusive. George 11. Whit- ney 1885 and 1886. Lyman Morse 1887 to 1889. Edward P. Miles 1890, and at present presiding, all of whom are now active members, excepting Most Ex. N. S. Chamberlain deceased.

The Corey Block fire of December 7, 1883, was the occasion of serious loss to the Chapter, fire and water destroying its Charter, Regalia, Furniture, &c., on which there was no insurance. The books and records were fortunately saved uninjured. The coun- cil at once secured temporary quarters in Pythian Hall, and took immediate steps to replace their loss, the brethren and their lady friends lending willing hands in assistance.

On the completion of Hazelton Block in August, 1885, the chapter removed to Masonic Hall, where they are now permanently located, with an active membership of upwards of one hundred and sixty companions.

Regular convocations are held monthly on the even- ing of Friday on or after the full of the moon, usually adjourning over the months of July and Au- gust. The annual convocation for election of officers occurs at the regular meeting in September. Great harmony prevails in the chapter, inspiring the offi- vers and brethren in good works, and a unity of feel- ing which is not limited to lodge meetings.

An institution drawing together men of all shades

of opinion, and cementing them by such strong ties of affection, can only be productive of good, making better men and better citizens.

CHAPTER LXII.

MARLBOROUGH-(Continued).

CIVIL HISTORY.

Incorporation-First Selectmen-Selectmen from 1661 to 1890-Town Clerks from 1660 to 1890-Treasurers-Representatives-State Senators- County Commissioners-Delegates to Provincial Congress-Delegates to Constitutional Conventions-Assistant Treasurer of United States -- Population-Valuation.

MARLBOROUGH was incorporated June 12, 1660, the order of the General Court was "that the name of the said plantation (Whipsufferage) shall be called Marlborow." The name was doubtless derived from Marlborough, England. It was formerly written Marl- berg or Marlbridge.

Marlborough when incorporated, in addition to its present territory, included all that tract lying within the limits of the present towns of Westborough and Northborough, set off in 1717 (Northborough was set off from Westborough in 1766), Southborough set off 1727, and Hudson in 1866.

Marlborough was incorporated as a city May 23, 1890, and accepted by the town July 14, 1890.

The first selectmen chosen were Edmund Rice, William Ward, John Ruddocke, John Howe, Thomas King, Solomon Johnson and Thomas Goodman.

SELECTMEN .- The following is a list of the select- men from the incorporation of the town to the present time, except the period from 1665 to 1739, of which there are no records extant :

Edmund Rice, 1661-64. William Ward, 1661-65, 171. John Rnddocke, 1661-65, '71. John Howe, Sen., 1661-64.

Thomas King, 1661-64. Solomon Johneon, 1661-65, '71.

Thomas Goodnow, Sen., 1661-63, '65.

John Woods, 1664, '65. William Kerly, Seti., 1665, '71.

Thomas Howe, 1701.

Joseph Newton, 1701. Nathaniel Joslin, 1701. James Woods, 1701. John Maynard, 1707, '10. Samuel Brigham, 1707, '10. Abraham Eager, 1707. Joshua Rice, 1707, '10. Jolın Bowker, 1707, '10. Zernbbabel Eager, 1739. Edward Barnes, 1739. Robert Barnard, 1739, '45, '47. Joseph Baker, 1739, '41. Thomas Brigham, 1740, '43. Daniel Stewart, 1740, '41, '53.

Joseph Howe, 1740, '41, '44, '46, '54.

Daniel Barnes, 1740, '41, '52, '60, '61.

Samuel Stevene, 1741. Joseph Morse, 1741, '46. Uriah Eager, 1741, '52, '53, '50, '56, '58, '60, '62, '68, '69.

Joseph Tainter, 1741. James Woods, 1741-49, '55-57. . Abraham Williams, 1741-43, '46- 49, '52, '54 Samuel Witt, 1740, '42, '44, '45, '47, '48, '50, '53, '54.

Samuel Brigham, 1741, '42, '44, '46, '48, '49, '54. Jedediah Brigham, 1741, '43, '47, '52. Andrew Rice, 1743, '50, 158, *63. Jonathan Barnee, 1743, '57, '59 '62. Jabez Ward, 1743. Ahrabam Beaman, 1744. John Warren, 1744, '46-50, '52- 61, '63-65, '67. Jonas Morse, 1744, '49, '52, '55. Abraham Howe, 1745, '53, '57, '61. John lapgood, 1745, '49, '53, '55, '57, '59, 160. John Sherman, 1745.

Thomas Howe, 17.15, '46, '61, '63, '71.

Samuel Jones, 1747, '48.

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Ephraim Brigham, 1749, '50, '54, '56-59, '61, '62, '65, '67, '69. Joseph Brigham, 1749, '62, '64. Hezekiah Maynard, 1750, '65, '71, 73. Peter Bent, 1750, '56, '59, '66, '67, '70-72 , '74 , '77. Thomas Bigelow, 1760, '62, '65. Jabez Rice, 1752, '55. John Weeks, 1763, '64, '66, '58-60, '62-65, '70, '73. Samuel Brigham, 1755.

Jesse Rice, 1756, '57, 166, '68, 170. Abraham Rice, 1758, '60, '61, '63, '64, '66, '69, "70, '73. Joseph Hapgood, 1758, '63, '64, '66, 167.

Jobn Banister, 1759. Daniel Ward, 1760, '61. Daniel Harrington, 1762, '66, '68, '69, 171, '72. Joel Brigham, 1763, '72. Gershom Bigelow, 1763, '64. Jobn Barnee, 1764. Uriah Brigham, 1765, '68, '69. Gershom Rice, 1765-70, '72, 174, 175. Ebenezer Dexter, 1766, 168. Nathan Goodale, 1767, '69. Simon Stow, 1767, '71, '75, 176, '78, '79, '82, '83, '85, 87. Manning Sawin, 1768, '72, '79-83, '87.

Winslow Brigham, 1770-80, '82, '84, '66, '88, 189, '91. Joseph Brigbem, 1771. Nathan Reed, 1772. Robert Baker, 1773. Edward Barnes, 1773-75. George Brigham, 1774-76. Silas Jewell, 1774. Cyprian Howe, 1774, '78. Ithamar Brigham, 1775, '76, '78, '79, 182. Jonge Morse, Jr., 1775-77, '80-82, '86, '87, '89. Silas Gates, 1776, '79-81, '83, '85, '87.

Alphene Woods, 1776, '87. Edward Hunter, 1777, '79. Paul Brigham, 1777. Solomon Brigham, 1777. Jacob Felton, 1777. Moses Woode, 1778, '83, 184, '86, '88, '92, '93, '95-98. William Brigham, 1778, '82, '85. Samuel Stevens, 1778. Joseph Howe, 1779. William Boyd, 1780, '87. Daniel Barnes, 1780, '81, '83. Uriah Eager, Jr., 1780, '81, '83, '84, '86.

Amasa Cranston, 1781. Samuel Curtis, 1781. Silas Bayley, 1782. Abel Holden, 1783. George Williame, 1784, 189-91. Benjamin Rice, 1784. Solomon Barnes, 1784, '86, 188. Samuel Stow, 1785. Jonathan Weeks, 1785, '88-91, 193,

Joel Rice, 1785. Peter Wood, 1785. Jabez Rice, 1786, '88. Thaddene Howe, 1787. John Stow, 1788, '90, '92-94.

Luther Howe, 1788. William Hager, 1789. Samuel Howe, 1789, 1800.

William Morse, 1790, '93, '94. Noah Rice, 1790-1800. Edward Barnes, 1790-96, '98, 1802, 13. Archelans Felton, 1790. Abner Goodale, 1791, 1800. Joseph Williams, 1791. William Loring, 1792. Daniel Brigham, 1792-94, 1797- 1813.

Samuel Gibbon, 1794-1800, 12, '9. Robert Hunter, 1795, '97-99, 1801, 13, '5. Aaron Brigham, 1795, '96, 1802-5. Stephen Morse, 1795, 196.

Jonathan llapgood, 1796-1800 1802-9, '11.

William Weeks, 1797. Joseph Brigham, Jr., 1799, 1801 Paul Brigham, 1801.

John Loring, 1801, '11.

Ithamar Brigham, 1801, '06, '09, '11-13.

Stephen Eames, 1802-05, '08. Samuel Witt, 1802.

Lovewell Barnes, 1803, '10-17.

Thomas Rice, 1804.

Silas Gates, 1804, '05, '07, '08. Benjamin Rice, Jr., 1804, '07, '10, '16, '19, '20-22.

Micah Sherman, 1805-07, '09, '11- 13.

.Joel Cranston, 1806-09.

Joseph Howe, Jr., 1806-20. Willian Weston, 1806, 107.

Ephraim Brigham, 1808. John Weeks, 1808-10. William Bernes, 1810. Jedediah Brigbam, 1810, '14-16.

Eli Rice, 1810, '23, 128, 129. William Gates, 1811-13, '15, '19- 21. Abraham Stow, 1812, '13. William Ilowe, 1812, '13. Jabez Green, 1814. Jahez Stow, 1814. Silas Temple, 1814-16.

Ephraim Maynard, Jr., 1814, '15, '17-19.

Benjamin Clark, Jr., 1814. Siles Feltou, 1815-25.

Solomon Weeks, 1815, 132-38. Adlıbel S. Brighaoi, 1816. John llowe, Jr., 1816, '21, '22. John Stevens, 1817-19. Aaron Stevens, 1920-31. William Holyoke, 1822-27. Silas Newton, 1823-27, '42. Ephraim Brigham, 1824, '25. Isaac Hayden, 1826-40, '44, '45, '58-60.

Stephen Rice, 1826, '27. Jedediah Wood, 1828-31. Ephraim Howe, 1828-40. Stephen R. Phelps, 1830-35, '49- 51. Ezekiel Bruce, 1832-34.

George E. Manson, 1835-43, '58- 60. Abel Rice, 1836-41. William Barnes, 1839-42. Winslow Barnes, 1841, '42, '44, '45. Lewis Bigelow, 71842.

Stephen Morse, 1843, '68-60.

Jacob Holyoke, 1843.

Ephraim Fairbanks, 1843.

Emerson Howe, 1843.

Jabez S. Witherbee, 1844, '45, '47, '48, '51-54, '57.

Silas B. Fairbanks, 1844, '45, '54. Samuel Chipman, 1844, '45.

David Goodale, 1846-48, '50, '51, '57. Francis Brigham, 1846, '47. Eber Howe, 1846-52.

Jacob Fairbanks, 1847, '48.

William II. Wood, 1849, 150.

Hollis Loring, 1849-51.

Jacob Holyoke, 1852.

Israel Howe, 1852. Ebenezer Witt, 1852, '53.

Dwight Witt, 1853.

Jobu F. Cotting, 1853, '54.

Lyman Perry, 1853.

Samuel Chipmen, 1854, '55.

Elbridge Ilowe, 1854-57.

B. F. Underbill, 1855, '56, '58-60.

George S. Rawson, 1855, '56.

Charles Howe, 1855.

George Brigham, 1856.

Samuel E. Warren, 1856.

Asa Lewis, 1857.

George E. Woode, 1857.

John Goodale, 1858-60. Isaac Hayden, 1860.

Benj. F. Underhill, 1860.

Stephen Morse, 1860.

James Campbell, 1888.

Michael Quirk, 1889.

Godfroid Brouillete, 1889.

TOWN CLENKS FROM INCORPORATION TO THE PRESENT TIME. John Ruddocke was chosen 1660, . Ebenezer Dexter, 1768.

and continued porhaps till Philip's war, 1675. There may have been another clerk between him and Williams.

Abraham Williams, 1682-1700, 1702-12.

Isaac Amsden, 1701, '12, '13.

Nathaniel Joslin, 1714-25.

Abraham Eager, 1726-30. Juseph Stratton, 1731, '38.

James Woods, 1732-37, '44-49.

Andrew Rice, 1739-43, '50, '51.

John Warren, 1752, '53, 156-61, '63-67.

Samuel Brigham, 1754, 155.

Jonathan Barnes, 1762.

TOWN TREASURERB.

Thomas llowe, 1739, '40, '65, 1467- 69.

George Brigham, 1711. Ephraim Brigham, 1742, '13, '50, '52-64.

Jonathan Barnes, 1744-47.

Joseph Ilowe, 1748, '49.

Jolin Warren, 1766, '70.

Hezekiah Maynard, 1771.

Jonas Temple, 1772-74.

Muses Woods, 1775-77, '79, 180.

Simon Howe, 1778, 182-89.

Benjamin Rice, 1781, 1819-26.

Noah Rice, 1790-1800.

Daniel Brigham, 1801-13.

John F. Cutting, 1862, '66, '73- 77.

William Wilson, 1864-66.

Frederick H. Morse, 1864-65.

Charles H. Robinson, 1864-65.

William P. Brigham, 1866.

S. Il. Howe, 1866, '73-75, '87. Levi Bigelow, 1867.

Edward A. Gay, 1867. John O'Connell, 1867-68, 1872-83.

Ana Smith, 1868.

Elbridge Howe, 1868, '72-79.

Samuel N. Aldrich, 1869-71.

Edward A. Gey, 1860-71.

Charles H. Stevens, 1873-74

E. P. Richardson, 1875.

James T. Murphy, 1876 to the

present time.

Samuel Boyd, 1878.

D. S. Mooney, 1878.

David W. Hitchcock, 1879-83.

Francis C. Curtis, 1879-80.

E. (. Whitney, 1880.

Timothy A. Coolidge, 1880, '82- 83, '86.

Juseph A. Tremblay, 1880.

Charles 11. Stone, 1880-84.

William S. Frost, 1880.

Prescott West, 1880.

Charles A. Witt, 1883. George E. Sherman, 1885.

Onesime Levasseur, 1886.

U'riah Brigham, 1769.

Winslow Brigham, 1770-80, '82.

Sammuel Curtis, 1781.

Moses Woods, 1783-1803.

Benjamin Rice, 1804-06.

Daniel Brigham, 1807-13.

Jedediah Brigham, 1814.

Silas Felton, 1815-27. Heman Seaver, 1828-31.

Lambert Bigelow, 1832-53.

John Phelps, 1854-61.

Edward L. Bigelow, 1862-70.

William A. Allen, 1871-75.

John M. Whiton, Jr., 1876-81.

Peter B. Murphy, 1882 to present time.

Jedediah Brighanı, 1814-18. Mark Fay, 1826-32, '38, '42, '43. E. B. Witherbee, 1833, '34. Lambert Bigelow, 1835-37, '44- 50, '52.

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History of Middlesex County, Massachusetts, with biographical sketches of many of its pioneers and prominent men, Vol. III, Part 200

Author: Hurd, D. Hamilton (Duane Hamilton) ed Publication date: 1890 Publisher: Philadelphia, J. W. Lewis & co Number of Pages: 1278

Author: Hurd, D. Hamilton (Duane Hamilton) ed
Publication date: 1890
Publisher: Philadelphia, J. W. Lewis & co
Number of Pages: 1278