First Generation 1. Phineas WRIGHT was born of Northfield, Franklin, Massachusetts. The Rich Men of Massachusetts, by A. Forbes and J. W. Green, Published by W. V. Spencer, 16 State Street, Boston, Mass., 1851. p. 155. Wright, Phineas. Northfield, Mass. $50,000 Formerly a grocer in Boston, where by industry and good management he prospered in money-making till reason jogged him and said, "Enough!" He wisely took the hint, and retired to his peaceful retreat to enjoy the furits of his labors.