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Samuel Adams, from Suffield, Conn., came to Westhaven in 1792, with his wife, four sons and one daughter, locating on road 6, upon the farm now owned by his grandson, Samuel. Horace resided with his father upon the old homestead until his father's death, when the property reverted to him. He was a popular and influential eitizen, and a representative in the General Assembly three years. He died March 28, 1866, aged 82 years. At his death the property came into the possession of his son, Samuel, who still retains it. Samuel represented the town in 1864 and 1865, and has for a number of years held the office of justice of the peace.
Oliver Hitchcock was born March 12, 1776, at Bristol, Conn. He came to Vermont early in the present century, but did not permanently settle in Westhaven until 1821. He was well known to "old stagers" of fifty years ago as the jolly landlord of the " Gleason Stand." Willard, Miriam, Oliver Franklin, Alman and Rollin, were all children of Oliver, and were all residents of Westhaven for a number of years. One only, Rollin, now resides in the township, he having one son residing near him, on the Down's farm, and another, Oliver Orville, residing with him on the old homestead. Willard, eldest son of Oliver, was born in Bristol, Conn., July 22, 1799. He married Adaline Welton in 1822, came to Vermont in 1832, and bought the place now owned by William Preston, near the Apollos Smith place. Mr. Hitch- cock here, associated with a Mr. Hill, also from Connecticut, established a depot and salesroom for the "Terry Mantel Clock." They employed ped-
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dlers, and, though almost the first in the enterprise, soon furnished Vermont with plenty of these time-keepers, many of which-heir-looms-are running yet. After a few years, on account of failing health, Mr. Hitchcock removed to the old homestead, where he died in 1842, leaving a widow and four chil- dren, of whom Mrs. Hitchcock, Willard L. and Anna, are still living in the township,-Mrs. H. at the age of 77 years.
Gideon Briggs, from Deerfield, Mass., came to Castleton early in the present century, and subsequently settled in Westhaven in 1824, locating upon the farm now owned by John Carty, on road 24. He died in Castleton in 1857, aged 81 years. His wife, Hannah, died in 1861, aged 76 years. Their son, Justus Briggs, now resides upon the Gilbert place, on road 92. He married Sarah Ann Harrington, and has a family of one son and two daughters, all residing at home.
James Field came to Westhaven, with his son, in 1834, locating on what is called the Com farm. He died March 6, 1851, in his 73d year. His wife, Hannah, died April 10, 1856, aged 73 years. His son, Rodney, located upon the farm now owned by V. H. Forbes, in 1835, remaining there one year, when he removed to the place he now occupies on road 9.
James Adams came to Westhaven from Somerset, England, in 1830, locating upon the farm now owned by his sons, James, Henry and George, on road 23. He is still living at the age of 86 years.
The First Baptist Church, located at the village of Westhaven, was organ- ized in 1803, consisting at its organization of only nine members, with Wil- liam Ellis Patterson as their first pastor. The society now has thirty-four members, but no settled minister. The church building was erected in 1831, at a cost of $2,000, and will seat 200 persons. The property is now valued at $8,000.
PUBLISHER'S NOTES.
DR. W. H. SPENCER, Dentist, at Poultney, Middletown and Castleton, pub- lishes a card on page 306. His admonition should be followed. " Don't Neglect your Teeth."
S. D. WILLIAMS, the popular Boot and Shoe dealer, at Fairhaven, is doing a thriving business. Those in want of "boot gear" will do well to call on him. See his card, on page 306.
O. C. MARTIN, of Benson, breeder of pure blood merino sheep, publishes a card on page 260. Mr. Martin has for near twenty years been in the busi- ness, and for several years has taken particular pains to keep his stock pure. He will fill orders with fidelity and to the interests of his customers. He also breeds Jersey cattle and fine horses.
WM. SIMPSON, of the Rutland Steam Dye Works, is a thoroughly practical dyer. He was for many years foreman dyer in one of the largest cloth factories in Galashiels, Scotland. Do not be afraid to trust him with your goods ; he knows how to handle every fabric, and keeps to the front in all the newest styles of colors. His work, he claims to be equal to any done in the coun- try. See his card, on page 306.
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MASON & WRIGHT, enterprising breeders and dealers in Spanish merino sheep, in Addison County, advertise on page 312.
LORISON SMITH keeps a Livery Stable on Carver street, Brandon, where he is prepared to furnish trusty "turn-outs " on the most reasonable terms. Card on page 286.
J. P. COLLINS, dealer in choice family groceries, and Trustee of 7th ward, Rutland, exhibits a Chinaman on page 312. Mr. Collins is a liberal dealer and will do well by his customers.
J. H. REMINGTON, the well known Auctioneer, Commission Merchant and Real Estate dealer, in Rutland, prints a card on page 312. So well known is he, that his services are often required at auction sales in every part of the county.
DR. J. P. NEWTON, of Benson, has, since his residenee in that town, ac- quired a large practice. His genial disposition, energy, perseverance and skill in his profession, has gained many friends and patrons. See his card, on page 260.
H. J. PECK, General Merchant, of Fairhaven, desires attention to his bottom line cards in Directory. Mr. Peck carries full lines of all goods usually kept in a country store, and he sells at prices that customers can afford to pay. Call and see him.
C. W. NICHOLS, Photographer, at Rutland, has had many years experience. Besides his general line of photographic work, he has been selected by the largest marble dealers to photograph specimens of their goods, and this he has done extensively. He advertises on page 286.
S. P. WILLIAMS, "The Soap Man," of Rutland, manufactures from good materials, several varieties of very desirable soap. Citizens of the county should patronize home manufacturers. Remember, when in Rutland, to call and see him, if your grocer at home does not sell his goods. He advertises on page 260.
J. H. PEABODY, of Pittsford, has, since 1860, been engaged in the manu- facture of buckskin moccasins, mittens and gloves, at Pittsford. He has im- proved his goods to that extent that they are now acknowledged to stand at the head in point of quality. Dealers or retail customers may be supplied here on most reasonable terms. He also buys hides, pelts and furs. See .
advertisement on page 364.
PRIME & FARRINGTON, of Brandon, are noted throughout the country as breeders of registered merino sheep, short horned cattle and Hambletonian horses. Care in breeding and selection of stock, gains its reward in securing for them many customers from various States of the Union. They print illustrations of some of their sheep on pages 266 and 267.
THAYER & Co., manufacturers of UnXld Shirts at Rutland, are rapidly building up an extensive business. They employ skilled operatives, who work by the day, hence their goods find a ready market. All citizens of Rut- land County desiring these goods should enquire of their merchants for Thayer & Co's goods. Read the firm's bottom margin card.
THE BRANDON UNION, established nine years ago, has become a popular adjunct to the happiness of many home circles. Its local correspondence is well maintained, and general news is not neglected. Mr. S. B. Ryder, the editor and proprietor, has one of the neatest offices in the country, large and airy. He is prepared to do job printing for those who want. His announce- ment is on page 282.
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HUMPHREY & PARKHURST, General Merchants, at Fairhaven, keep well stocked with fresh goods, and are prepared to offer liberal inducements to purchasers. See card, page 342.
H. O. LOWELL, dealer in doors, sash, blinds, cabinet ware, picture frames, etc., at Brandon, prints a card on page 276. Those in want of his line of goods will do well to give him a call.
BROWN'S MAGIC PAIN CURE, and other medicines, prepared by M. G. Brown, of Chittenden, have been favorably received for their excellent qual- ities. Read the advertisement on page 312.
OTTER CREEK NEWS, issued weekly by D. C. Hackett, at Brandon, con- tains the local and personal news of the day, and is well circulated in Rutland and Addison Counties. It is deserving of long life. Card on page 272.
BOWTELL'S LAUNDRY -- This well known Rutland Laundry, established eleven years ago, continues to satisfy its many customers, in town and from out of town, by doing the work well and on time. See card on page 276.
JOHN L. MCINTYRE, Brick manufacturer, at Rutland, has done much in aid of building up the town. His brick are of excellent quality and are sought after by parties all along the lines of railroads. See card, page 294.
CHARLES E. Ross, Dry Goods dealer, at Rutland, keeps full lines and of the latest patterns and styles. Be sure to call and see his stock when you visit Rutland. He is also agent for Butterick patterns. See card, on page 326.
BRANDON HOUSE .- This pleasant and popular Housc, on Park street, Brandon, is under the management of Gardner Brothers, who will cater ac- ceptably to the wants of the traveling public. The House is advertised on page 276.
VAN DOORN & TILSON .- This popular firm, located at Rutland, are the acknowledged leaders of the crockery, china and glassware trade in this county. They also sell paper hangings, etc. Call and see them ; especially read their bottom line announcements in Directory pages.
F. H. CHAPMAN & Co., druggists, in Morse block, Rutland, have a good location and are constantly stocked with choice goods in all departments. Mr. Chapman is a druggist of experience, and for fancy articles, and other goods in his line, his store is a popular resort. They advertise on bottom marginal lines.
THE CENTRAL VERMONT RAILROAD .- This extensive incorporation . now embraces the majority of all the Vermont lines, by which arrangement superior accommodations are furnished the traveling public. The company advertise on page 300. Jesse Burdett, supt. of the Rutland division of this road, has his office in the Union Depot at Rutland.
CLARENDON HOUSE, B. Murray & Sons, proprietors, at Clarendon Springs, each year, as the heat of summer approaches, receives its crowds of visitors from the cities and villages, who come here to seek the rest and health im- parted by the mineral waters of these springs and by the invigorating air of their beautiful climate. The hotel card appears on page 320.
H. A. SAWYER & Co .- This enterprising business firm, at Rutland, publish a card on page 294 ; as wholesale dealers in papers, paper sacks, school and blank books, notions, cigars and tobaccos, they have acquired an extensive trade. They also have the only broom factory in this section, where they employ experienced men and make all sizes, from the whisk to heavy stable brooms. Remember this firm.
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W. H. H. FISHER, of 7 Merchants Row, Rutland, sells drugs, toys, fancy goods, cigars, &c., at low prices. Call and see if this is not true. Card on page 372.
DR. CHARLES A. GALE, Homoeopathic physician, at Rutland, will give faithful and intelligent treatment of the sick, when his services are desired. His announcement is on page 346.
R. O. JONES, of Fairhaven, has the reputation of being an expert at Cigar making. Ye smokers! when at Fairhaven, step in and buy a box of one of his favorite brands. See card, page 342.
THE BOMOSEEN HOUSE, at Castleton, under the management of H. B. Ellis, is attracting crowds of summer patronage. At any time of the year it is the best house here. Card on page 346.
LEVI MINER & SON, Carriage manufacturers, at Rutland, are practical and experienced workmen. They turn out excellent work, and at prices to suit the times. Go see them. Card on page 346.
D. D. COLE, Agent for C. S. Sherman, has at Castleton one of the prettiest country stores in the county, well filled with choice goods. Visit this popu- lar store when at Castleton. Card on page 346.
UNION CUSTOM LAUNDRY, G. M. Bates, proprietor. at Rutland, is again running in full blast, and under Mr. Bates' experienced supervision, always does first-class work. People in the county should make a note. See card, page 342.
HOLMES BROTHERS, The Boiler Makers, at Rutland, are prepared to sup- ply anything needed in their line, of the best quality, and on reasonable terms. Supplies for boilers may be found at their works. They advertise on page 364.
FRANK S. DENSMORE, Fashionable Barber and Hairdresser, at Fairhaven, advertises on page 342. Any gentleman who appreciates a clean, smooth shave, or a fashionable dressing of the hair, should remember Mr. Densmore. He is first-class.
THE RUTLAND STANDARD, to be issued this fall, will doubtless be a wel- come visitor at the firesides of many families of the county. Mr. Richard- ·son, the proprietor, has a large Hoe press, besides smaller presses for job work. His facilities will be equal to requirements. Card on page 356.
MRS. L. A. COLLINS, dealer in millinery goods, fancy goods, hair work, &c., at Fairhaven, prints an illustrated advertisement on page 334. We advise the ladies who want fashionable and well made goods, to visit Mrs. Collins, who keeps a large and well selected stock, and will sell as low as the market will afford.
NEW ENGLAND FIRE INSURANCE CO .- This is a new applicant for public patronage, and being a home institution, managed by well known business men of ability, we have no doubt the people of Rutland County at least, will, so far as practicable, place their insurance with this company. One excellent feature of their policies is the insurance of buildings and contents against damage by lightning. See card on page 372.
CHAS. P. HARRIS MANUFACTURING Co., Rutland, Vt. This extensive establishment has many departments. They sell lumber, plane lumber, make doors, sash, blinds, &c., and manufacture chairs quite extensively, and also nails of excellent quality. The Rutland Foundry and Machine Shop, con- nected with these works, turns out all classes of heavy castings and machinery for rock cutting, hoisting, &c. They advertise on page 326.
"CENSUS TABLE;
Population of the Towns in the County of Rutland at the several dates when the Census was taken by the United States.
TOWNS.
1791
1800
1810
1820
1830
1840
1850
1860
1870
1880
Benson.
658
1159
1561
1481
1493
1403
1305
1256
1244
1104
Brandon
637
1076
1375
1495
1946
2194
2835
3077
3571
3280
Castleton ..
800
1039
1420
1541
1783
1769
3016
2852
3243
2605
Chittenden ..
159
327
446
528
610
644
675
763
802
1092
Clarendon.
1478
1789
1797
1712
1585
1549
1477
1237
1173
1106
Danby.
1206
1487
1730
1607
1362
1379
1535
1419
1319
1202
Fairhaven.
375
411
645
714
675
633
902
1378
2208
2212
Hubbardton.
404
641
724
810
865
:19
701
606
606
933
Ira ...
312
473
519
498
442
430
400
122
413
479
Mendon ..
34
39
111
174
432
545
504
633
612
629
Middletown.
699
1066
1207
1039
919
1057
875
712
824
Mt. Holly
668
922
.1157
1318
1356
1534
1522
1582
1390
Mt. Tabor.
165
153
209
222
210
226
308
358
301
495
Pawlet ..
1458
1938
2233
2155
1965
1748
1843
1539
1505
1698
Pittsfield ..
49
164
338
453
505
615
512
493
182.
850
1413
1936
1916
2005
1927
2026
1839
2127
1983
Poultney
1121
1694
1905
1955
1909
1880
2329
2278
2836
2717
Rutland
1407
2125
2379
2369
2753
2708
3715
9834
12151
Sherburne.
32
90
116
154
452
498
578
123
462
450
383
748
990
1149
1289
1218
1268
1175
1145
1235
258
521
754
809
812
796
794
696
601
562
Tinmouth
935
973
1001
1009
1049
781
717
620
589
532
Wallingford
536
012
1386
1570
1740
1608
1688
1747
2023
1865
Wells.
622
978
1040
986
880
740
804
642
183
665
Westhaven
545
430
679
684
724
774
718
579
713
492
Total.
15591
23813
29486
29975
31294
30699
33059
35946
40651
41856
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BUSINESS DIRECTORY - -OF-
RUTLAND COUNTY. 2
EXPLANATIONS.
Directory is arranged as follows :-
1-Name of individual or firm.
2- Postoffice address in parenthesis.
3-The figures following the letter r indicate the number of the road on which the party resides, and will be found by reference to the map in the fore part of this work. Where no road number is given the party is supposed to reside in the village.
4-Business or occupation .
5-A star (*) placed before a name indicates an advertiser in this work.
6-Figures placed after the occupation of a farmer indicate the number of acres owned or leased.
7-Names in CAPITALS are those who have kindly given their patronage to the work, and without whose aid its publication would have been impossible.
For additional names, corrections and changes, see Errata.
ABBREVIATIONS .- Ab., above ; ave., avenue ; bds., boards ; bet., between ; cor., corner; E., east ; h., house ; 1., lot ; mannf., manufacturer ; N., north ; n., near ; opp., opposite ; prop., proprietor ; S., south ; s., side ; W., west.
The word street is implied.
BENSON.
Railroad Station is Fairhaven, 10 miles south on Rensselaer and Rutland R. R. ; Daily Stage ; Port, Benson Landing, on Lake Champlain.
ADAMS ALBERT M., (Benson,) r 51, dairy 20 cows, farmer 125.
Adams John W., (Benson,) r 36, farmer 125.
Aiken James H., (Benson,) cor. r 46 and 37, lister, dairy 12 cows, farmer IO0.
Arnold Milton F., (Hortonville,) r 9, farmer, son of S. A.
ARNOLD SAMUEL A., (Hortonville,) r 9, breeder of merino sheep, farmer 100.
Arnold Walter L., (Hortonville,) r 9, farmer, son of S. A.
Arnold Weston B., ( Hortonville,) r 9, farmer 200.
AUSTIN JEHIAL, (Benson,) r 17, farmer 40.
Babbit Benjamin F., (Benson,) r 26, farmer, works on shares for H. Good- rich 116.
Babbit Nelson M., (Hortonville,) r 9, farmer 250.
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TOWN OF BENSON.
Barber Addie H. Miss, (Benson,) r 18, dress and cloak maker.
BARBER ALMON, (Benson,) r 51, dairy 20 cows, dealer in live stock, farmer, leases of Mrs. Sheldon Doan 300.
Barber Charles P., (Benson,) r 2, farmer.
BARBER MOSES G., (Benson,) r 2, farmer 140.
BARBER WILLIAM C., (Benson,) r 18, farmer 114.
BARBOUR E. L., (Benson,) r 36, town grand juror, dairy 18 cows, farmer 200.
BARBOUR MUNSON, (Benson,) r 36, dairy 12 cows, farmer 160 on r 5. Bascom Benjamin, (Benson,) cor. r 23 and 16, farmer, lives with hisson W. S. BASCOM WILLIAM S., (Benson,) cor. r 23 and 16, farmer 210.
BELDEN DE WITT S. (Benson,) r 39, wool grower, farmer 140.
Belden Joseph C., (Benson,) r 40, farmer 2.
Belden Theron, (Dresden Station, N. Y.,) r 42, farm laborer.
Benjamin Charles, (Benson,) r 20, farmer 40.
Bishop Jehiel, (Benson,) r 13, farmer, leases of Mrs. Mary Potter 100.
Bishop Stephen C., (Benson,) r 17, farmer 140.
Bosworth Elwin, (Benson,) r 7, farmer, son of Martin.
BOSWORTH MARTIN, (Benson,) r 7, breeder of merino sheep, dairy 10 cows, farmer 196.
Bosworth William H., (Benson,) cor. r 7 and 11, agent for patent wagon axle cutters, the giant riding saw, and farmer 40.
BOURNE IRA, (Benson,) r 27, farmer, on shares, for Orson Bourne 121. Bourne Orson, (Benson,) r 27, breeder of registered sheep, farmer 121.
Briggs Amasa, (Benson,) cor. r 23 and 35, farmer 400.
Briggs Annie J. Miss, (Benson,) r 23, general merchandise and millinery.
Briggs John A., (Benson,) cor. r 23 and 35, farmer, son of Amasa.
BROWN OLIVER H. (Benson,) r 14, (Brown Brothers.)
BROWN WILLIAM, (Benson,) r 38, farmer 100.
BROWN BROTHERS, (Benson,) r 14, (O. H. and Rollin, of Orwell Ad. Co.,) wool growers, dairymen, farmers 550.
Bryan Samuel, (Benson Landing,) cor. r 40 and 19, fisherman, farmer 43.
Bump Hilon, (Benson,) r 32, carpenter, joiner and millwright, dairy 13 cows, farmer 360.
Bump Oscar H., (Benson,) r 32, carpenter and farmer.
Burke Michael, (Hortonville,) r 10, farmer leases of M. C. Rice, 105.
Burr Edward, (Benson,) r 34, miller and sawyer.
Busteed William J., (Dresden Station, N. Y., ) r 412, captain canal boat "Syl- vester Mahan."
CARTER AUGUSTA S. MISS, (Benson,) r 20, with Clara W., owns farm 180.
CARTER BYRON A., (Benson,) r 23, dealer in dry goods, groceries and hardware, farmer 50.
CARTER CLARA W., Miss, (Benson,) r 20, with Augusta S., owns farm 180.
CARTER ELIJAH, (Benson,) r 23, manufacturer of monuments, head stones, table tops, brackets, shelves, sinks and wash boards.
Carter John S., (Benson,) r 20, farmer 86.
CARTER PERRY, (Benson,) r 36, mail agent, owns house and lot, stage Benson to Fair Haven.
Clark Pulaski J., (Benson,) r 45, farmer, son of Thomas H.
Clark Thomas H. Sr., (Benson,) r 45, dairy 10 cows, farmer 200.
Clark Thomas H. Jr., (Benson,) r 45, farmer.
259
TOWN OF BENSON.
Clark William D., (Benson,) r 44, cooper, marble cutter and farmer 25. Coats Henry M., (Benson,) r 34, carpenter, joiner and millwright. COATS JAMES M., (Benson,) r 2, farm laborer at Barber's.
Coats Robert B., (Benson,) r 6 and 4, farmer 8 acres.
Cook Lewis B., (Benson,) r 33, manufacturer of spokes, shingles and farmer 54.
COWEE FRANKLIN W., (Benson,) r 23, (Walker & C.)
CROFOOT DANIEL, (Benson,) r. 35, justice of peace, farmer 13 acres. Cull James, (Benson,) r 36, farmer works on shares 47 for Ezra Strong.
Dibble Lorenzo A., (Benson,) r 23, pastor of M. E. Church.
DICKINSON ALBERT J., (Benson,) r 23, constable, overseer of poor and farmer 175.
DICKINSON ISAAC, (Benson,) r 47, 88 years old, dairy 15 cows, farmer 200.
Dickinson John, (Benson,) r 23, farmer, blacksmith.
Dickinson William C., (Benson,) r 48, farmer 133.
Donahue Patsey, (Benson,) r 23, carriage painter.
DORSEY JAMES, (Benson,) r 22, inspector of customs, New York city. DOWD AARON, (Benson,) r 36, (D. & Fields).
DOWD & FIELDS, (Benson, ) r 22, (Aaron D. and Edward F.,) blacksmith- ing and horse-shoeing.
DUCHARME LOUIS J., (Benson,) r 232, manuf. and dealer of boots and shoes.
Duit Michael, (Orwell Ad. Co.,) r 5, on shares, Munson Barber farm 160.
Dwire Henry, (Benson,) r 23, carriage maker, journeyman.
Elward Michael, (Benson,) r 15, farmer 3.
FAIRMAN ANGELINE, (Hortonville,) r 8, widow Henry B., resident, lives with Judson D. Goodrich.
Fairman Braman B., (Hortonville,) r 10. farm laborer.
Falkenburg Joseph, (Benson,) r 46, dealer in stock and produce, farmer 100, Fay Chauncey W., (Benson,) r 32, dairy 25 cows, farmer 440.
Fay Ellsworth H., (Benson,) r 32, farmer, son of C. W.
FAY LAVIER, (Benson,) r 32, farmer and school teacher, telegraph oper. FIELDS EDWARD, (Benson,) r 36, (Dowd & F.)
Fish Augustus, (Hortonville,) r 10, farm laborer.
Fish Elijah, (Benson,) r 38, farmer, leases of Mrs. Jane E. King 100, works for M. F. King 200.
Foot Francis W., (Dresden Station, N. Y.,) r 42, farmer 300.
Fowler James, (Benson,) r 31, farmer 6.
Gates Ira, (Benson,) r 35, farmer, house and lot.
Gibbs Almon J., (Benson,) r 25, dairy 16 cows, farmer 200.
GIBBS JONAS, (Benson,) r 23, retired farmer 7.
Gibbs Joseph A., (Benson,) r 23, carpenter and joiner and painter.
Gleason James H., (Benson,) r 28, farmer, 82 years old.
GLEASON ROLLIN, (Benson,) r 28, dealer in fine merino registered sheep, pure blood Devon cattle, and farmer, 325.
GOODRICH CHARLES B., (Benson,) r 5, 2d selectman, farmer, 275.
GOODRICH CHARLES S., (Benson,) r 37, 10 cows, farmer 115. Goodrich Hiram, (Benson,) r 26, farmer 110.
Goodrich Judson. D., (Hortonville, ) r 8, laborer.
Grinnell M. D. Mrs., (Benson,) r 16, widow R. W., farmer 100.
GRINNELL SENECA C., (Benson,) r 16, farmer, works for Mrs. M. D. Grinnell, 100.
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RUTLAND COUNTY DIRECTORY.
MARTIN , +
BREEDER AND DEALER IN
FULL BLOOD MERINO SHEEP
(REGISTERED,)
-JERSEY CATTLE AND FINE MORSES, - ROAD 40, (SEE MAP,) BENSON, RUTLAND CO., VT.
J. P. NEWTON, M. D., BENSON, V.T.,
TREATS BRONCHOCELE, OR GOITER,
SUCCESSFULLY,
AND WARRANTS A CURE.
STEAM PRESSURE SOAP WORKS
-MANUFACTURE THE BEST GLYCERINE, LAUNDRY AND MACHINISTS' SOAP .-
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TOWN OF BENSON.
GRISWOLD JOSEPH S., (Benson,) r 35, breeder of merino sheep and Lambert and Patchen horses, farmer 400.
HALE ALLEN L., (Benson Landing,) r 19, dealer in dry goods, groceries, boots, shoes, hardware, postmaster, proprietor of ferry from Benson Land- ing to Putnam, N. Y.
HALE HORACE, (Benson Landing,) r 182, farmer 50, also row-boat and sleigh builder.
Halstead Franklin G., (Benson,) r 31, farmer 119.
Hasbrook Marvin S., (Benson,) r 40, farmer.
HASBROOK see also HUSBROOK.
Hassett William H., (Benson,) r 51, farmer 75.
HAVEN REUBEN F., (Hortonville,) r 28, cooper and farmer 67.
Haven Otis, (Benson,) r 26 farmer 30.
HIER WILLIAM G., (Benson,) r 7, farm laborer and sawyer.
Higgins Alphonso, (Benson,) r 23, mail agent Benson to Benson Landing, farmer.
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