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BELL, CHARLES J. Governor 1904-06. See page 50.
BELL, ORA O., Alburg. Hotel pro- prietor. Born Alburg, September, 1854; son of Benjamin Franklin and Susan (Farnsworth) Bell. His father was killed in the battle of Fredericksburg. Educated in the public schools of Alburg, and select school, Grand Isle. In 1877 married Minerva Hall of Isle La Motte; they have one daughter, Ethel Bessie ( Lord). Mr. Bell carried 0: father's farm for several years, was ... the cattle business in Wyoming 1886-90; in 1890 returned to Alburg, purchased a farm, and followed farming until 1901, when he sold the farm, removed to Alburg village, and built what is known as the Bell House, continuing the hotel business to date; also deals in coal. A Republican; county sheriff 1904-8; constable four years; school director 1897-1900; select- man 1894-7, 1905-6, and from 1907 to
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the present time. An attendant of the Methodist Church. Member of Columbus
Lodge No. 11, F. & A. M., of Alburg.
BENEDICT, CHARLES FREMONT, Corn- wall. Farmer. Born Cornwall, Dec. 4, 1856; son of Charles and Ruth L. (Squire) Benedict. Educated in the public schools, and Burr & Burton Seminary, Manches- ter. In 1882 married Agnes B. Taggart of Nicholville, N. Y .; they have four chil- dren, Ward Taggart, Stewart Squire, Ruth Jeanette, and Arthur Ellsworth. After leaving school remained on the farm, suc- ceeding to the estate on his father's death, and breeding horses and cattle; his father was a noted Merino sheep breeder. Is a Republican; represented Cornwall in the Legislature 1908; member of the. com- mittee on grand list; has been lister for 25 years. An attendant of the Congrega- tional church. Member of Cornwall Grange, and Pomona Grange.
BENJAMIN, SAM'L GREENE WHEELER, Burlington. Author, artist and diplomat. Born Argos, Greece, Feb. 13, 1837; son of Nathan B. (American missionary) and Mary Gladding (Wheeler) Benjamin (poetical writer), and great-grandson of Capt. Nathan Benjamin and Capt. Charles Seymour, who served in Ameri- can Revolution. Studied at home, and at English College, Smyrna, Turkey; gradu- ated Williams College 1859. In 1863 mar- ried Clara Stowell of Brookfield, Mass., who died in 1880; in 1882 married Fannie Nichols Weed of Alton, Ill., author of "Sunny Side of Shadow." Assistant li- brarian New York State Library, 1861-4; sent two companies of cavalry to the Civil War; served in military hospitals; read law; studied art; at sea several years mastering sailing ships; art editor, Amer- ican department, "Magazine of Art," also Ho Mai/Mail; contributor to magazines. fpainter and illustrator. Sent Crimean war marine drawings to London Illustrated News, 1854; opened studio in Boston as artist in oil and water colors, 1870; honorable mention for painting. Boston, exhibit of 1881; also for Persian products in State Department Group, New Orleans Exposition. Is a Republi- can; first U. S. minister to Persia, 1883- 5 ; president Republican Club, Richmond County, New York, 1892. Vice-president Society Ameriean Authors; member Sons
of Revolution, Phi Beta Kappa, Society of Colonial Wars, Boston Art Club, Amer- ican Free Art League, National Geo- graphic Society, and American Forestry Association. Author Constantinople, Isle of Pearls, and Other Poems, 1861; Ode on the Death of Abraham Lincoln, 1865; The Turk and the Greek, 1867; Tom Roper, a Yarn for Boys, 1868; The Choice of Paris, a Romance of the Troad, 1870; Advice of Father to Son (translation from Latin poem), 1871; Contemporary Art in Europe, 1877; What is Art? 1877; The Atlantic Islands, published in London, 1878; Art in America, 1879; Our Ameri- can Artists, 2nd series, 1880; The Multi- tudinous Seas, 1879; The World's Para- dises, 1879; Troy, its Legend, Literature and Topography, 1881; A Group of Eteh- ers, 1883; Cruise of the Aliee May, 1884; Persia and the Persians, 1886; The Story of Persia (translated into East Indian dialects and published in Bombay), 1887; Sea Spray, 1888.
BENNETT, EDWARD CUSHMAN, Ben- nington. Lawyer. Born Bennington, Sept. 5, 1873; son of Edward Dewey and Eliza (Cushman) Bennett. Educated at Ben- nington graded and high school; Norwich University, class of 1893; and special course at Boston University Law School. In 1901 married Cynthia B. Gardner of Bennington; they have two children, Charles Gardner and Harriet Estelle. Studied law in the office of Barber & Dar- ling; admitted to Vermont Bar 1900; since 1905 member of the law firm of Bennett & Graves, Bennington. Is a Republican; deputy state auditor 1900-2; executive clerk for Gov. John G. Mccullough 1902- 4; judge of probate court, district of Ben- nington, appointed by Gov. Fleteher D. Proctor, Sept. 5, 1907, to fill out unex- pired term of Hon. John V. Carney, de- ceased; elected to same position 1908 and 1910; present term expires Dec. 1, 1912. Member of Second Congregational Church. Bennington ; member of the board of trus- tees and second vice-president. Member of Mt. Anthony Lodge No. 13, F. & A. M .; Bennington Lodge of Elks; and Ben- nington Club.
BENNETT, OTTO RONALD, Manches- ter. Editor and publisher. Born Aug. 14, 1866; son of George Walter and Julia Frances Bennett. Educated at Burr and
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Burton Seminary, Manchester. In 1892 married Jessie Stewart of Bennington; they have four children, George Stewart, Otto Ronald, Marion Louise, and Jessie Jean. Became apprentice to C. A. Pierce, publisher of Bennington Banner, 188+; was secretary and treasurer Ronald Print- ing Co., New York, 1888-1905; in 1905 purchased the Manchester Journal; has since been its editor and publisher. Served in Co. K. 23rd Regiment, N. G. N. Y., for six years. Is a Republican. In religious belief an Episcopalian. Past master Boil- ing Spring Lodge No. 152, F. & A. M., of Rutherford, N. J .; member of Adoni- ram Chapter No. 18, R. A. M., of Man- chester ; past grand of Hope Lodge No. 50. I. O. O. F., of Manchester.
BENTON, EVERETT CHAMBERLIN, Bel- mont. Mass. Insurance. Born Guildhall, Sept. 25, 1862; son of Hon. Charles Em- erson and Adda (Chemberlin) Benton. His family was of Revolutionary stock, his grandfather having been a captain in the continental army. Educated at pub- lic schools of Guildhall, and Lancaster (N. H.) Academy. In 1885 married Willena Rogers of Cambridge, Mass .; they have six children. Jay Rogers, Charles Everett, Blanche Avola (Mrs. C. E. Lonegren), Dorothy Draper, Hannah Slade, and Jo- siah Holt. In 1882 went to Boston and secured a position in the insurance house of John C. Paige, and at the death of the founder of the firm became a part of its organization, continuing to date. In 1910 organized the Massachusetts Fire and Ma- rine Insurance Co. of Boston, Mass., be- coming its first president ; author of "The History of Guildhall, Vermont," a valu- able and authentic authority, supplying much of the carly history of the county as well as the town. Served in Co. I, 3rd Regiment New Hampshire National Guard; member Ancient and Honorable Artillery Co. of Boston, and its command- er 1911-12. A Republican, and for many years prominent in the councils of the party ; aide-de-camp, with rank of colonel, on staff of Governor Greenhalge 1895-7; elected member of the executive council in 1898; member state committee 11 years ; delegate to three national conventions, and in 1901 delegate-at-large; member Met- ropolitan Park commission. A Universal- ist: chairman board of trustees Second Society of Universalists of Boston. In
1895 became a member of Simon W. Rob- inson Lodge, F. & A. M .; Waltham Royal Arch Chapter 1896; Boston Council, R. & S. M., 1901, and of St. Bernard Com- mandery, K. T., 1902; received Scottish Rite degrees 1895, and 33rd degree 1902; among other distinctions Colonel Benton has earned the title of past master, past thrice illustrious master, and past grand master of the Royal and Select Rite; past commander of St. Bernard Commandery, K. T., and past commander-in-chief of the Massachusetts Consistory. He is past president Massachusetts and Rhode Island Association Knights Templar Command- ers; in 1912 installed grand master of Masons in Massachusetts. First district deputy grand master of the Fourteenth Vermont District, and in 1905 was elected grand junior warden of the Grand Lodge of Vermont. In 1901 erected and pre- sented to his native town a public library and Masonic hall. Past president Beacon Society of Boston; member of the Algon- quin Club, Oakley Country Club, Boston Art Club, Vermont Association, Sons of the American Revolution, and vice-presi- dent Sons of the Revolution. Office, 65 Kilby Street, Boston; residence, Oakley Road, Belmont, Mass.
BENTON, GUY POTTER, Burlington. Educator, college president. Born Ken- ton, O., May 26, 1865; son of Daniel Webster and Harriet (Wharton) Benton. Educated at Ohio Normal University, Ohio Wesleyan University, Baker Univer- sity and University of Wooster, A. M. 1893, 1905; D. D. 1900, 1905; LL. D. 1906, 1911. In 1889 married Dolla Kon- antz of Arcadia, Kan .; they have two chil- dren, Helen Geneva and Pauline Corinth. Superintendent city schools, Fort Scott, Kan., 1890-5; assistant state superintend- cnt public instruction, Kansas, 1895-6; professor history and sociology, Baker University, 1896-9; member State Board of Education, 1899; president Upper Iowa University, 1899-1902; president Miami University, 1902-11 ; president University of Vermont since July, 1911; president Southeastern Kansas Teachers' Associa- tion, 1892; secretary Ohio Conference Col- lege of Deans and Presidents, 1903-5; president Ohio College Association, 1904; chairman committee from Ohio College As- sociation on An Educational Policy for Ohio, 1904-5; president Educational Soci-
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ety of Cincinnati Conference Methodist Episcopal Church, 1904-5; president Ohio State Young Men's Christian Association, 1909-10. Phi Beta Kappa; Phi Delta Theta; secretary-treasurer National Asso- ciation of State Universities, 1910-11, 1911-12. Author of "The Real College." Is a Republican; Methodist Episcopal clergyman ; member Masonic fraternity, 32 degrees, Scottish Rite; Independent Order of Odd Fellows; University Clubs of Bos- ton and Washington; Ethan Allen and Algonquin Clubs of Burlington.
BERRY, ANDREW C., Richmond. Milk inspector. Born Lachute, P. Q., Feb. 28, 1854; son of Thomas and Ellen (Miller) Berry. Educated in the public schools of Jericho, Richmond, and Williston. In 1877 married Mary A. Henley of Rich- mond; they had seven children, Asahel Peck, Ellen Gertrude, Hazel May, Ristora Elizabeth, Harold Clarence, Howard An- drew, and Homer Andrew. Lived with parents in Jericho on the Governor Peck farm for 16 years; then purchased the Andrew Henley farm on Richmond Hill, which he conducted 26 years; for nine years and at present inspector for Ver- mont Condensed Milk Co. Is a Republi- can; town committeeman three years; jus- tice of the peace six years; selectman 1893-6; re-elected 1910; school director three years; also village treasurer. Is a Congregationalist; trustee three years. Treasurer North Star Lodge No. 12, F. & A. M .; member Waterbury Chapter No. 24, R. A. M .; and warden Samaritan Lodge No. 59, I. O. O. F.
BESETT, GEORGE MELVIN, Burling- ton. Manufacturer. Born Richmond, April 3, 1869; son of Edward and Mary (No- ble) Besett. Educated at Richmond High School. In 1893 married Jennie Ruth Pinney of Middlebury; they have one daughter, Marion Ruth. Is secretary and general manager of the Wells & Richard- son Co. A Republican. A Congregation- alist. Member of Washington Lodge No. 3, F. & A. M .; Burlington Chapter No. 3, R. A. M .; Burlington Council No. 5, R. & S. M .; Burlington Commandery No. 2, K. T .; a 32 degree Mason; member of Vermont Consistory; Cairo Temple, Mys- tic Shrine; Algonquin Club; Ethan Allen Club; Waubanakee Golf Club; Drug Club of New York City; National Wholesale
Druggists' Association, and Proprietary Association of America.
BICKFORD, FRANCIS E., Sheffield. Farmer. Born Glover, Aug. 3, 1866; son of Charles F. and Mahala (Gray) Bick- ford. Educated in the public schools. In 1898 married Hattie Roberts of Sheffield; they have three children, Raymond A., Clayton G., and Fannie L. After leaving school engaged in farming on the home farm two years; was employed on farms in Sheffield 1887-94, and at Oxford, N. H., 1894-6; owned the Lyndonville and Shef- field mail route 1896-8; in 1898 purchased a farm at Sheffield, which he has since conducted. Is a Republican; represented Sheffield in the Legislature 1906; road commissioner 1901-8. Member of the Methodist Church of Sheffield. Member of Junior Order of Mechanics.
BICKFORD, GEORGE H., Hardwick. Granite manufacturer. Born Barton, Oct. 10, 1868; son of Rev. George H. and Abbie B. (Giffin) Bickford. Educated in the public schools of Keene, N. H., Ver- mont Methodist Seminary, Montpelier, and a graduate of Wesleyan University, Middletown, Conn., 1891. In 1904 mar- ried Alice A. Holden of Bennington ; they had three children, George F., Beatrice (deceased), and Holden J., and an adopt- ed daughter, Barbara. Taught one year in Haverford College, Haverford, Pa .; employed by Ginn & Co., school textbook publishers, as salesman in New York state; later with Holden, Leonard & Co., woolen manufacturers, Bennington; in 1896 became treasurer and general man- ager Woodbury Granite Co., the largest producers and manufacturers of granite for building purposes in the world, with their main quarries at Woodbury, their cutting plants at Hardwick, with a second plant at Bethel, which is the second larg- est plant in the world; is now the only active member of the company; is manag- ing director and treasurer Hardwick & Woodbury Railroad; director Gaysville Electric Light and Power Co .; director Holden & Leonard Co., Bennington. Is a Republican and a Methodist.
BIGELOW, WALTER J., St. Jolinsbury. Editor and publisher. Born Stowe, Jan. 22, 1865; son of Newell and Charlotte (Munn) Bigelow. Educated at Montpel-
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ier Seminary and University of Vermont. In 1895 married Florence E. Mooney of Mansonville. P. Q .; they have one dangh- ter. Ruth Barr. Worked 17 years on Bur- lington Daily Free Press, 15 years as night editor ; purchased the St. Johnsbury Caledonian in 1909. and the Ranlet Press in 1910, operating the combined business ; is president and treasurer of the Cale- donian Company. Is a Republican; chair- man of Republican State Convention 1906; mayor of Burlington 1907-9; member of the special tax commission for Vermont 1898-1900. An attendant of the Episco- pal Church. Member Burlington Lodge No. 100. F. & A. M .; was first secretary of St. Johnsbury Commercial Club.
BILLINGS. FRANKLIN SWIFT, Wood- stock. Treasurer and director. Born New Bedford, Mass., May 11, 1862; son of Franklin Noble and Naney (Swift) Billings. Educated by private instruc- tion. at Adams Academy, Quincy, Mass., and Harvard College. class of 1885. In 1892 married Bessie Hewitt Vail of New York; they had three children, Elizabeth Swift. Franklin Noble (deceased), and Nancy. After leaving college spent part of a year on a sheep ranch in Kansas; later was engaged in the export and im- port trade in New York City for about 17 years; in 1903 came to Woodstock; is director of Woodstock Railway Co., Wood- stock Hotel Co., Woodstock Aqueduct Co .. Woodstock Electric Co., and several other corporations; president of Wood- stock Ice Supply Co .; and treasurer of the Empire Building Co. and Vermont Investment Co. Is a Republican; rep- resented Woodstock in the Legislature 1910: chief of staff with rank of colonel to Gov. C. J. Bell 1901-6; chairman of Woodstock village meetings for five years. An Episcopalian. Member of the Grange; director Lakota Club; secretary and di- rector of Lake Mitchell Trout Club; and merober of Boone & Crockett Club.
BILLINGS, FRED O .. Sharon. Real estate broker. Born Sharon, June 18, 1881; son of Olin Leslie and Jessie F. (Sargent) Billings. Educated at Tilton Seminary. Tilton, N. H., and Bryant and Stratton Business College, Boston, Mass. In 1911 married Bessie Dora Buell of South Strafford. Was reared on a farm; at the age of 16 farmed for Rev. G. Cham-
berlain for one year; from 17 to 21 fired for the Amoskeag Company of Manches- ter, N. H. Entered training school for nurses at Tewksbury, Mass., in 1900, and engaged in nursing for 10 years. Is a Republican. A member of the Congre- gational Church. Member of Sharon Lodge No. 105, F. & A. M., and of the Sharon Grange.
BILLINGS, GEORGE N., Waitsfield. Merchant. Born Fayston, July 28, 1862; son of Count DeEstaing and Almina M. (Royce) Billings. Educated in the pub- lic schools. Married Emma H. Baird of Waitsfield; they have two children, E. Jassamine, and Carroll D. Manufacturer and dealer in lumber for 25 years. Has lived in Waitsfield for past 16 years, with the exception of one year spent in Mont- pelier; engaged in general merchandise business for past five years. Is independ- ent in politics; former town treasurer, of Fayston; town grand juror Waitsfield. No religious preference. Member Mad River Lodge No. 77, F. & A. M., of Waitsfield.
BISBEE, EDWARD WYATT, Barre. Law- yer. Born Waitsfield, Feb. 27, 1856; son of Elijah W. and Lydia (Brown) Bisbee. Educated at public schools and Barre Academy. In 1886 married Julia B. Snow of Montpelier; they have no children. Taught district schools in Vermont and grammar school at Claremont, N. H .; studied law with Heath & Carlton, and J. A. Wing, Montpelier; admitted to Bar of Vermont 1879, practicing law in Barre until January, 1899, when he was ap- pointed postmaster at Barre, which office he now holds; was president of the Post- masters' Association of New England, 1907-8. He is a trustee of the Aldrich Public Library. Is a Republican; was states attorney for Washington County 1866-90. Is member of Granite Lodge, F. & A. M .; Granite Chapter No. 26; St. Aldemar Commandery No. 11; Vermont Consistory, and Mt. Sinai Temple, Mystic Shrine.
BISHOP, ELWELL A., - Montpelier. Educator. Born Wrightstown, N. J., Ang. 24, 1852; son of Samuel W. and Elizabeth R. (Patterson) Bishop. Edu- cated at New Egypt (N. J.) Academy, Wesleyan University, class of 1878; de- gree of D. D. from Mt. Union College
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1894, and from Wesleyan University 1910. In 1878 married Clara I. Brown of Point- ville, N. J .; she died 1908; they had five children, Ethel I., Clara Evelyn, Helen Saxanna (deceased), Hallie Belle (de- ceased), and Harold Elwell. Was teacher of science and mathematics in Bordentown (N. J.) Female College 1878-9; principal of Durham (Conn.) Academy 1879-81; principal of Montpelier Seminary 1881- 93; president of Chamberlain Institute, Randolph, N. Y., 1893-1902; pastor M. E. Church, Mckean, Pa., 1902-3; superin- tendent of Ferris Industrial School, Wil- mington, Del., 1903-4; principal of Mont- pelier Seminary since 1904. Is a Repub- lican. President of Vermont State Teach- ers' Association 1888. In religious belief a Methodist ; member of Erie Annual Con- ference 1900-4; transferred to Vermont Annual Conference 1904; member of Gen- eral Conference 1908. Member of F. & A. M .; and past grand of I. O. O. F.
BIXBY, WILLIAM GOVE, late of Ver- gennes. Hardware merchant. Born 1827; died Feb. 26, 1907; son of William R. and Lucy (Gove) Bixby. Educated at Ver- gennes in a private school for boys under B. B. Allen ("Uncle Ben"). Was part- ner with his father in the hardware busi- ness in Vergennes; also engaged in the manufacture of hames at Vergennes Falls. After the death of his father, moved to Fort Collins, Col., and invested in a sheep ranch with the Bristol Bros., formerly of Vergennes; started a bank at Ft. Collins, of which he was for many years a direc- tor and at one time its president; he also had an interest in grain elevators. On closing out business in Colorado returned to Vergennes, where he died, leaving a large sum for the erection and mainten- ance of a frec public library for his fellow townsmen. A Republican. In religious preference a Congregationalist.
BLACK, HARRY ALONZO, Newport. Lawyer. Born Coventry, Nov. 22, 1879; son of Henry F. and Melvina S. (Brooks) Black. Educated at Derby Academy. Read law three years with J. W. Redmond at Newport; admitted to the Vermont Bar 1903. In 1905 married Jennie M. Gates of Newport; they have two sons, Henry F. and Raymond G. Has been engaged in law practice in Newport since 1903. Is a Republican; served as 2nd assistant
clerk of the House of Representatives 1906, and 1st assistant clerk 1908 and 1910. Is a Congregationalist. Member of Memphremagog Lodge No. 65, F. & A. M .; Cleveland Chapter No. 20, R. A. M .; and Orleans Council No. 19, R. & S. M.
BLAIR, MYRON JOHN, North Troy. Manufacturer. Born Jay, Feb. 20, 1864; son of John and Emeline (Fairwell) Blair. Educated in the public schools. In 1896 married Jennie Louise Chaffee of Rich- ford; they have two daughters, Marie Jes- samine, and Marjorie Louise. Studied music in Boston under the renowned Pro- fessor Staats, and meanwhile a member of Waltham Watch Co.'s band of 60 pieces. In 1887 returned to Vermont, entering the employ of the Frost Veneer Co. at New- port, remaining 15 years; for a time di- rector of Newport band, and for 10 sum- mers furnished orchestra at Memphrema- gog House; in 1900 built and equipped veneer mill at Newport, which was burned after 18 months' operation; formed a stock company and continued the business in Newport three years; in 1903 organized Blair Veneer Co. at North Troy, which was later incorporated; in 1906 establish- ed branch factory at Montgomery, and became identified with the Veneer Prod- ucts Co. of Greenville, Me; In December, 1910, the North Troy plant was destroyed by fire, and six months later a more mod- ern one had replaced it; is president Blair Veneer Co. of North Troy and Montgom- ery; vice-president Veneer Products Co., Greenville, Me .; 2nd vice-president Fron- tier Electric Co., North Troy. A Repub- lican and a Congregationalist. Member of Trojan Lodge No. 20. F. & A. M .. and Knights of Pythias.
BLAISDELL. EDSON GEORGE, Brid- port. Physician. Born Richford. Dec. 13. 1846; son of Josiah and Cleora (Mun- sell) Blaisdell. Educated in the public
schools, Fairfax Institute. Dartmouth Medical College, and Medical Department of University of Vermont. In 1874 mar- ried Mary E. Eldredge of Bridport ; they had three children, Cleora G. (Mrs. Geo. D. Payne), Hattie May (deceased), and Harry Edson (deceased) ; has practiced medicine in Bridport since 1871; is ex- aminer for the Massachusetts Mutual, Connecticut Mutual. Phoenix Mutual and
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N. Y. Life Insurance companies. Is a Republican; represented Bridport in the Legislature 1908. Has held most of the town offices. Is member of American Medical Association and Vermont State and Addison County Medieal Societies. Is a Congregationalist, clerk and treasurer of Congregational society for 32 years. Mem- ber of Morning Sun Lodge No. 5, F. & A. M .. of Bridport.
BLAKE. JouN MASON, Barton. Physi- cian. Born Barton. Feb. 12, 1875; son of Albert B. and Emily (Mason) Blake. Educated at Montpelier Seminary and University of Vermont, Medical depart- ment. 1898. In 1903 married Mabelle Hull of Fairfax; they have one daughter, Kathleen. Has practiced medicine at Bar- ton since his graduation. Is a Republican. In religious preference a Methodist. Past master Orleans Lodge No. 55, F. & A. M .; member of Keystone Chapter No. 14, R. A. M .; Malta Commandery; Le Beau Lac Boat Club of Barton, and medical exam- iner Crystal Lake Camp, M. W. A.
BLANCHARD. EDWIN CLARENCE, Newport. Insurance. Born Coventry, March 23. 1863; son of Dr. David Wright and Mary Jane (Thrasher) Blanchard. Educated in the public schools of Newport, and St. Johnsbury Academy. In 1889 married Harriet J. Camp of Newport; they have three children, Philip Camp, Doris Julia. and Christine Harriet. Re- moved to Newport 1872; was engaed in the hardware business about 15 years; has been in the insurance business since 1899. Is a Republican; represented New- port in the Legislature 1904; has held various minor offices in his town and vil- lage. A Congregationalist. Member of the Grange; Newport Social Club; Mem- phremagog Yacht Club; associate member of the Grand Army of the Republic; and member of various other elubs and asso- ciations.
BLANCHARD. EDWIN OSCAR, Ran- dolph. Dental surgeon. Born Plainfield, April 26. 1862; son of Dr. George Dudley and Ellen ( Blood ) Blanchard. Educated at Randolph High School. Norwich Uni- versity, and Boston Dental College, gradn- ated 1885. In 1886 married Mary Alice Gay of Randolph; they have an adopted daughter. Helen Gay. Began the study
of dentistry in his father's office; also practiced in the office of Dr. D. G. Wil- liams. Boston; at the death of his father succeeded to his practice in Randolph, continuing to date. A Republican; presi- dent of Randolph board of trade three years; has been president and several times on the executive committee of Ver- mont State Dental Society; appointed by Governor Bell to act on state board of dental examiners; reappointed by Gov- ernor Proctor and reappointed by Gov- ernor Mead, still holding the position as president of the board. Member of Beth- any (Congregational) Church; deacon of the church; was Sunday school superin- tendent 19 years. Member of Phoenix Lodge No. 28, F. & A. M., of Randolph.
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