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Lyman Porter Thomas married, in 1888, Evelyn W. Small, who was born in Truro Township, Barnstable County, Massachusetts. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas be- came the parents of two children: 1. Margaret Eve- lyn, who married Robert C. Kershaw, of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. 2. Lyman Hinckley, who died in Italy in 1919. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas reside in South Mid- dleboro.
WALTER BRUCE BANNERMAN, M. D .- Prominent among the successful men of the medical profession in East Bridgewater, Massachusetts, is Dr. Walter Bruce Bannerman, who has been engaged in general practice here since 1905, and whose offices are located at No. 48 Bedford Street. Dr. Banner- man is prominent in Masonic circles, and has made for himself an assured place in East Bridgewater, both professionally and socially.
Francis Bannerman, father of Dr. Bannerman, was a native of Dundee, Scotland, who came to this country as a young man and settled in Brooklyn, New York, where he was engaged as a merchant, handling military goods to the time of his death, which occurred in 1918. He married Helen Boyce, also a native of Dundee, Scotland, who survives him and is now residing in Brooklyn, New York.
Dr. Walter Bruce Bannerman, son of Francis and Helen (Boyce) Bannerman, was born in Brooklyn, New York, November 3, 1877, and received his early and preparatory education in the public and private schools of his birthplace. Upon the completion of his preparatory course he entered the University of the South, at Sewanee, Tennessee, where he com- pleted the medical course, graduating with the class of 1903, and receiving at that time the degree of Doctor of Medicine. Upon the completion of his medical course he served an interneship of six months in the Elizabeth General Hospital, at Elizabeth, New Jersey, and then served for another six months in the Orange Memorial Hospital, at Orange, New Jersey. He then went to Atlantic City, New Jersey, where he opened an office and engaged in general practice for a time. About a year later, however, he decided to change his location and came to East Bridgewater, Massachusetts, where he has since been successfully
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practicing medicine and surgery. He is well known as a skilled practitioner, making careful note of cur- rent discoveries and inventions, but discriminating clearly between mere fads and genuine contributions to the medical profession. He is a member of the Brockton Medical Society, which he has served as president, of the Plymouth County Medical Society, the Massachusetts State Medical Society, and the American Medical Association, and through these he keeps closely in touch with the general activities of his profession. Politically, Dr. Bannerman gives his support to the Republican party, and he takes an active interest in local public affairs, in public office whenever by so doing he can place his pro- fessional knowledge at the service of the com- munity. He has been secretary of the East Bridge- water Board of Health since 1915, and since 1916 has been school physician. Fraternally, he is affiliated with Delta Tau Delta and with Phi Kappa Psi College fraternities; with Satucket Lodge, Free and Accepted Masons, of East Bridgewater; with Harmony Chapter, Royal Arch Masons; Abington Council, Royal and Select Masters; Abington Com- mandery, Knights Templar; Shedad Grotto, Mystic Order Veiled Prophets of the Enchanted Realm; and Sachem Rock Chapter, No. 140, Order of the East- ern Star, of which he is Past Patron. During the World War Dr. Bannerman served on the Medical Advisory Board of Plymouth County, and he was active in assisting with the various "drives" by means of which East Bridgewater went "over the top" in her home war work. He is a director of the East Bridgewater Co-operative Bank. He keeps physic- ally fit and also provides himself with wholesome re- creation playing golf and tennis and bowling. His religious affiliation is with the Presbyterian church.
Dr. Walter Bruce Bannerman was married, in 1906, to Anna M. Durkin, who was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, daughter of Austin and Hannah (Grin- nell) Durkin. Dr. and Mrs. Bannerman are the par- ents of three children: Frances S., Donald B., and Dorothea G.
HORACE W. COLLAMORE-Born and bred in the community of East Bridgewater, Horace W. Col- lamore for a time followed a career in other localities but eventually returned to the home town, where he now occupies the office of postmaster. His father, Francis Collamore, was a native of North Pembroke, Massachusetts, and has followed the carpentry busi- ness. He married Florence Whitman, a lifelong resi- dent of East Bridgewater.
Horace W., son of Francis and Florence (Whit- man) Collamore, was born in East Bridgewater, Mas- sachusetts, on July 16, 1894. He was a student in the local public schools and also at the East Bridge- water High School, and finally acquired a commer- cial education in the Bryant & Stratton Business College at Boston. Upon completion of his studies, he became associated with the Plymouth County Trust Company, at Brockton, and continued in the employ of that institution for a period of four years, subsequent to which, he was engaged, for a year, by the Texas Oil Company, and in 1923, Mr. Colla- more was appointed by President Harding as post- master at East Bridgewater. For six years he ren- dered important service as a member of the East Bridgewater Board of Health. During the World War, Mr. Collamore enlisted as a private in the
United States Marine Corps, having been accepted for duty in July, 1917, and served with the Marines at Haiti, being mustered out of the service in June, 1919. Mr. Collamore is a member of the Fred Baies Morse Post, No. 91, American Legion, at East Bridgewater, of which organization he has served in1 the capacity of treasurer since 1920; and is also affiliated with the "Forty and Eight" Society.
In 1926, Horace W. Collamore was united in mar- riage to Margaret F. Murphy. East Bridgewater has always been her home.
CHARLES BARRON- For more than twenty- five years Charles Barron has been identified with the post office of Quincy, Massachusetts, and since 1921 he has been its efficient superintendent. Mr. Barron began his connection with this post office as clerk, and has, by ability and faithfulness, worked his way up to the responsible position which he now holds (1928).
Charles Barron was born in South Boston, Mas- sachusetts, November 18, 1874, son of Oscar R. Bar- ron, a native of Quincy, who was engaged in the granite business here to the time of his death in 1906, and of Catherine (Bartley) Barron, who was born in Fort Hill, Boston, and died in 1912. He re- ceived his education in the public schools of Quincy, and when his course in the high school was com- pleted entered the employ of the Miller and Luce Company, of Quincy, who were engaged in the gran- ite business. After four years spent in this connection he associated himself with the Frederick & Field Granite Company, with whom he remained for five years, and then entered the employ of the J. M. White Company, with whom he was identified for two years. On July 1, 1902, he entered government em- ploy as a clerk in the Quincy post office, and his connection with that department of Uncle Sam's service has been continuous since that time. After about five years as clerk in the mailing department, he was made supervisor of the money order and reg- istry department, in 1907, and on July 1, 1919, he was appointed foreman of this office. On May 1, 1921, he was made superintendent, and in that re- sponsible office he has since been serving. He is known as a careful and accurate worker and a good executive, and his long association with the Quincy post office makes him especially valuable in his present position.
Mr. Barron is a member of Mount Wollaston Lodge, No. 80, Independent Order of Odd Fellows, of which he is a Past Noble Grand, and a member of Mavet Encampment, of which he is Fast Chief Pa- triarch. He is also a member of Rural Lodge, Free and Accepted Masons, and of Taleb Grotto, Veiled Prophets of the Enchanted Realm. He is actively interested in the general affairs of the community in which he lives, is a member of the Quincy Chamber of Commerce, and is always ready to contribute his share to the advancement of the community welfare. He is a member of the National Association of Post- al Supervisors, of the Superintendents' Club of the Boston Post Office, and of the First Parish Club. Po- litically, he gives his support to the principles and the candidates of the Republican party, and his religious interest is with the Bethany Congregational Church, of which he is an attendant.
Charles Barron was married, in June, 1903, to Lotta B. Crowell, who was born in Hampden, Maine. Mr.
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and Mrs. Barron are the parents of one son, Clar- ence Bartley, who is a graduate of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and is now (1928) identified with Stone and Webster Company of Boston, Mas- sachusetts. During the World War he served in the Student Army Reserve Corps, and he is now a lieutenant in the Reserve Officers' Training Corps.
RUSSELL T. BATES-One of the progressive and active citizens of Quincy, Massachusetts, is Rus- sell T. Bates, of the Bates Seamfaced Granite Com- pany, of Weymouth. He was born in Quincy, Mas- sachusetts, August 11, 1892, son of Mr. and Mrs. Gustave B. Bates, the first-mentioned of whom was formerly a mayor of Quincy. He received his early education in the public schools of Quincy, and later completed a course in Burdett's Business College, after which he became a student in Bates College, and finally received his professional training in the Law School of Boston University. After graduation from the Law School he passed the examination for admission to the Massachusetts bar, and soon after- ward he opened a law office in the Quincy Savings Bank Building, where he has since been engaged in legal practice. In addition to the successful manage- ment of his law practice Mr. Bates is also an official in the Bates Seamfaced Granite Company of Wey- mouth.
Mr. Bates has been actively interested in public affairs, being elected to serve as a Representative in the State Legislature, beginning his first term there in 1917. In 1918, while still a member of the Lower House, he resigned his office to serve in the World War. After the signing of the Armistice he resumed his legislative duties, serving in 1920, 1921, and 1922. During his term of service in the State Legislature, Mr. Bates took the initiative in securing an amend- ment to the city charter, providing for ward repre- sentation in the City Council, which at that time was composed of nine members, all elected at large. This plan at times left some wards without representation in the council, but the amendment later adopted by referendum provided for the same number of mem- bers, three of whom are elected at large and the re- maining six to be elected one from each ward. On December 21, 1926, he was elected councilor-at-large for a term of two years.
Mr. Bates is a member and Past Commander of Quincy Post, No. 95, American Legion, and is af- filiated with several other organizations, including Rural Lodge, Free and Accepted Masons; St. Ste- phen's Chapter, Royal Arch Masons; Quincy Com- mandery, Knights Templar; Independent Order of Odd Fellows, and Quincy Lodge, Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks.
EVERETT R. PROUT-For more than a decade Everett R. Prout has been successfully engaged in general legal practice in Quincy, Massachusetts, where he is well known as a skilled practitioner and an able and effective advocate. Mr. Prout is a graduate of Boston University Law School, and he is also a veteran of the World War, having served with the American Expeditionary Forces in France for two years, taking part in some of the most bitterly fought battles of that conflict.
Everett R. Prout was born in Quincy, Massachu- setts, June 17, 1893, son of Richard Prout, a native of England, who was engaged in business as a granite manufacturer to the time of his death, which occurred
in 1921, and of Katherine Kenna, who was born in Quebec, Canada. He received his early and prepara- tory education in the public schools of Quincy, and then matriculated in the University of Maine, where he attended for two years. He then entered the Law School of Boston University, from which he was graduated in 1916, with the degree of Bachelor of Laws. He was admitted to the Massachusetts bar the same year, and since that time has been engaged in general practice in Quincy, with offices at No. 1359 Hancock Street. Mr. Prout has an honorable mili- tary record to his credit. He served on the Mexican border in 1916, with the Ninth Regiment, Massa- chusetts Infantry, National Guard, attaining the rank of sergeant-major. In March, 1917, he was again mustered into service for the World War, and in Oc- tober of that year was sent overseas with the Twenty- sixth Division, popularly known as the "Yankee Division," as assistant adjutant of the Fourth Army Corps and later as assistant adjutant-general of the Second Army. He served in France for two years, taking part in the battle of St. Mihiel, and along the defensive sector of Chemin des Dames, and was dis- charged in November, 1919, with the rank of cap- tain. Since 1920 he has been captain of the One Hun- dred and First Regiment, Massachusetts Infantry, National Guard, which unit he organized and is now assistant Judge Advocate of the Massachusetts Na- tional Guard. Mr. Prout has been very active in public affairs. He gives his support to the Repub- lican party, and takes an active part in its affairs. For two years he served as a member of the Quincy City Council, 1923 to 1925 inclusive, and he was also chosen to represent his district in the State Legis- lature; he was chairman of the Committee on Mili- tary Affairs and clerk of the Committee on Banks and Banking. He is a member of the Quincy Cham- ber of Commerce. Fraternally, he is identified with Rural Lodge, Free and Accepted Masons; Taleb Grotto, Veiled Prophets of the Enchanted Realm; Quincy Lodge, No. 943, Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks; Quincy Lodge, Loyal Order of Moose; and Quincy Post, American Legion. He is also president of the Quincy Yankee Division Club, and of Clan McGregor of the Scottish Clans. His religious interest is with the Episcopal church.
Everett R. Prout was married, in 1925, to Marjorie Graffte, who was born in Moose River, Maine.
HARRY G. STUDLEY-One of the well-known men of Norfolk County, Massachusetts, is Harry G. Studley, deputy sheriff for Norfolk County, Eastern District, who has recently been reappointed to serve a second six-year term, 1927 to 1933. Mr. Studley is also engaged in the insurance and real estate busi- ness in Quincy, with offices at No. 1359 Hancock Street. He is the holder of a medal which was awarded to him by the Massachusetts Humane So- ciety, in recognition of his courage and skill in sav- ing a life, and he is one of the "live wires" of this section of Norfolk County.
Harry G. Studley was born in Cohasset, Massachu- setts, August 28, 1871, son of Andrew J. and Helen M. (Edwards) Studley, the last-mentioned of whom was a native of Canton, Massachusetts, and died in 1926. Andrew J. Studley, the father, was born in Medford, Massachusetts, and was engaged as a sea captain to the time of his death in 1901. He was a veteran of the Civil War, serving in the Sixth Regi- ment, Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry, and he was
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a member of Henry Bryant Post, No. 98, Grand Army of the Republic, of Cohasset, Massachusetts. Harry G. Studley, the son, attended the publc schools of Cohasset, and after the completion of his high school course there, took special courses in engi- neering. He served his apprenticeship in marine engi- neering with the Fore River Ship and Engine Com- pany, and after completing his apprenticeship worked in the employ of various steamship companies. Dur- ing this time he was still studying and taking exam- inations, and in this line he continued to work and study until he was licensed as a chief engineer of ocean steamers, unlimited, which license he still holds. From 1902 to 1906 he served in the employ of the Electric Boat Company, and from 1906 to 1918 he was in the insurance inspection service. He was a deputy chief inspector of the State Bureau of Work- men's Compensation for Massachusetts, during which time he also served as inspector on workmen's com- pensation for various insurance companies for two years. Mr. Studley has always been actively inter- ested in local public affairs, and he has held several public offices, including that of councilman for Quincy 1910-1912, chairman of the Police and Firemen's As- sociation, in 1912; temporary chairman of the high- ways committee, 1912; and member of the license committee for two terms. He was appointed Under High Sheriff by Samuel H. Capon, January 3, 1921, as Deputy Sheriff of Norfolk County, Eastern Dis- trict, and in 1927 was reappointed to serve from 1927 to 1933 inclusive. He gives his support to the prin- ciples and the candidates of the Republican party, and takes an active part in its affairs. For two years he served as secretary of the Republican City Committee, and for six years he served as chairman of Ward Two Republican Committee. He is an active, courageous man, and a fine worker, and his energy and his courage are not confined to politics and business, as is evidenced by the medal awarded to him by the Massachusetts Humane Society for heroism in saving a life. Fraternally, Mr. Studley is a member of Delta Lodge, Free and Accepted Masons, and of all the bodies of the Scottish Rite of that order, also of Aleppo Temple, Ancient Arabic Order Nobles of the Mystic Shrine. He is well known in club circles, being a member of Granite City Club, Norfolk Republican Club, which he serves as a member of its executive board; the Shepherd Dog Club of America; and the Massachusetts Dep- uty Sheriffs' Association. His hobby is the rearing of prize dogs, his especial interest being in Shepherd dogs. His religious affiliation is with the Union Con- gregational Church of Wollaston.
Harry G. Studley was married, in 1914, to Blanche Alma Bates, who was born in East Weymouth, Mas- sachusetts. Mr. and Mrs. Studley are the parents of one son, Gardner B.
JAMES RICHARDSON MOORE-As chief of the police department, James Richardson Moore is efficiently contributing to the peace and safety of the residents of Bridgewater, Massachusetts. Mr. Moore has been connected with the police depart- ment of Bridgewater since 1920, and has been chief of the department since 1923. He is also sexton of the Congregational church.
David Moore, father of Mr. Moore, was born in Bridgewater, Massachusetts, received his education in the public schools of his birthplace, and in early life was engaged in business as a grocer. He is now
connected with the Bridgewater Normal School as caretaker of the gymnasium. He married Katherine Richardson, of Draperstown, Ireland, and both are now (1928) residents of Bridgewater, where they have a large circle of friends and acquaintances who hold them in high esteem.
James Richardson Moore, son of David and Kather- ine (Richardson) Moore, was born in Bridgewater, Massachusetts, May 19, 1888, and received his educa- tion in the public schools of Bridgewater, attending the evening high school classes after he had com- pleted the grammar grade courses. Upon the comple- tion of his grammar school courses he entered the employ of Hooper and Company, retail grocers of Bridgewater, and that connection he maintained for a period of eight years. At the end of that time, in 1914, he left Hooper and Company and entered the employ of the S. S. Pierce Company of Boston, wholesale grocers, with whom he continued until 1917. In that year he returned to Bridgewater, and entered the employ of the Stanley Steel Company of Bridgewater, continuing with them until 1920. In that year he began his association with the Bridge- water Police Department in the capacity of patrol- man, and his connection with that important depart- ment of the city government has been continuous since that time. In 1922 he was made acting chief of the department, and in 1923 he was appointed to his present responsible position as chief of the police department of Bridgewater. He is able, faithful, and courageous, and is giving to Bridgewater the kind of service which greatly increases the peace and safety of the town. A man who makes friends easily and holds them permanently, he is also somewhat of a terror to evil doers, who already know from experi- ence that Chief Moore expects the laws of the State and nation and the ordinances of the town of Bridge- water to be obeyed and that he has a long and a strong arm for reaching those who violate those law. Politically, Chief Moore gives his support to the principles and the candidates of the Republican party. Fraternally, he is affiliated with Fellowship Lodge, Free and Accepted Masons, of Bridgewater; and with Harmony Chapter, Royal Arch Masons, of Bridgewater. He is also a member of Pioneer Lodge, No. 183, Independent Order of Odd Fellows. He is an interested member of the Bridgewater Chamber of Commerce, of the Police Square Club, of the Massachusetts Chiefs of Police Association, and of the Men's Club of the Congregational church, also the Lions Club. His religious interest is with the Congregational church of Bridgewater, which he serves as sexton. He is fond of all healthful sports, and is well known in Bridgewater as a public-spir- ited citizen as well as an efficient and faithful official. James Richardson Moore was married, June 11, 1911, to Bertha May Smith, who was born in Salem, New Hampshire, and is a graduate of the Bridgewater Normal School. Mr. and Mrs. Moore are the par- ents of two sons: 1. Charles Richardson, born Febru- ary 7, 1918. 2. Kenneth James, born April 15, 1921.
CHARLES R. YOUNG-One of the well-known members of the legal profession in Quincy, Massa- chusetts, is Charles R. Young, who has been suc- cessfully engaged in general practice here since 1919. His offices are located at No. 1372 Hancock Street, and he has been admitted to all courts, both State and Federal.
Charles R. Young was born in Norwich, Connecti-
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cut, October 7, 1896, son of Andrew J. Young, a na- tive of Norwich, who was engaged in business as a paper manufacturer to the time of his retirement in 1920, and of Elizabeth (Lotter) Young, who was born in Norwich, Connecticut, and died in 1919. Mr. Young received his early education in the public schools of Norwich, and then prepared for college in the Norwich Free Academy, after which he became a student in the Law School of Georgetown University, from which he was graduated with the class of 1919, receiving at that time the degree of Bachelor of Laws. He was admitted to the Massachusetts bar that same year, and located in Quincy, where he opened offices at No. 1372 Hancock Street. Here he has built up a large and important clientele and has made for himself an enviable reputation as an able attorney and an effective advocate. He has been admitted to all the courts, both State and Federal, and stands high in the esteem of his professional associates. He is a member of the Quincy Bar As- sociation. Politically, Mr. Young gives his support to the principles and the candidates of the Repub- lican party, and though he has never sought nor de- sired public office he has always been public spirited in the best sense of the word, giving freely of his time and his ability for the furtherance of the gen- eral welfare, and aiding generously those projects which seemed to him to be well planned for the ad- vancement of the interests of the community. In 1923-1924 he served as secretary of the board of man- agers of the City Hospital, and during the World War he served at the Officers' Training Camp, at Atlanta, Georgia. He is a member of the board of directors of the Shipbuilders Co-operative Bank, and attorney for this bank, and in this capacity his sound judgment, as well as his legal knowledge, is of great value. He is actively interested in clean sports, giv- ing special attention to football and baseball, and his religious affiliation is with St. John's Roman Cath- olic Church. .
Charles R. Young was married, September 8, 1924, to Pauline Brogan, who was born in Quincy, Mas- sachusetts.
ARTHUR M. BONNEY-The death of Arthur M. Bonney, president of the Bonney Box Company, manufacturer of paper boxes, at Brockton, brought to a premature end a career which promised much of achievement in the business world. At the age of thirty-five years he had succeeded to the office of chief executive of a well-established manufacturing business, and there seemed to his associates to be a fair prospect of years in which to use his ability in further developing the enterprise which his father had founded; but the grim reaper is no respecter of persons or of business interests, and the work that was planned by the young president of the concern is being carried forward by his courageous wife, who is now serving as president of the Bonney Box Com- pany.
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