Thanks Julanne, I hoped someone would have the answer. Although I'm not that far from that area I'm not all that familiar with some of the places. The names of all the villages and hamlets totally is beyond me. Like, where is Smithville? Ruth Lake Nineveh is in Mt Holly.......My grandmother would pick blue > berries around the lake and come home with bushels!.....about 1930-40 > > > G. B. SPAULDING is at Nineveh, bee-hunting with M. PRATT. (Anybody > care to > enlighten me as to where this is? RHB) -- Ruth Barton mrgjb@sover.net Dummerston, VT

Found at my local library book sale the following book: BROTHERS IN ARMS by Lee Pennock Huntington. 1976. The Crucial battles in Bennington and Saratoga in 1777 crystallize the dramatic, true stories of the nine Pennock Brothers of Stratford, Vermont, eight of whom joined Burgoyne's forces. If you have an interest in this book, please e-mail me off the list at : Jomarie37@webtv.net Joan H.Bixby

> Lake Nineveh is in Mt Holly.......My grandmother would pick blue > berries around the lake and come home with bushels!.....about 1930-40 > > > G. B. SPAULDING is at Nineveh, bee-hunting with M. PRATT. (Anybody > care to > enlighten me as to where this is? RHB) >

The Vermont Tribune, Ludlow, Friday, July 26, 1889 Vital Statistics 7/26/1889 BIRTHS In Ludlow, July 22d, a son to Mr. and Mrs. Louis LAMERE. In North Chester, July 22d, a son to Mr. and Mrs. Oliver SPARKS. MARRIAGES In Felchville, July 13th, by Rev. A. HEALD, Fred A. DYKE an Miss Lizzie McBURNHAM, both of Plymouth. DEATHS In Ludlow, July 24th, Ira GRAVES, aged 75 years, 11 months. In Mount Holly, July 24th, Harry TOLE, aged about 61 years. In Proctorsville, July 16th, Artemas SPAULDING, aged 80 years, 5 months, 22 days. In Amsden, July 15th, Mrs. Sarah J. LANE, wife of T. B. LANE, aged 54 years, 10 months, 15 days. In Medford, Oregon, July 10th, Alfred H. JACKSON, formerly of East Wallingford. WARNING Whereas my wife, Kate M. FAIRBANKS, has left my bed and board without just cause or provocation this it to forbid all persons harboring or trusting her on my account, as I shall pay no debts of her contracting after this date. Myron H. FAIRBANKS. North Springfield, Vt., July 25th, 1889 Transcribed by Ruth Barton -- Ruth Barton mrgjb@sover.net Dummerston, VT

The Vermont Tribune, Ludlow, Friday, July 26, 1889 Here and There 7/26/1889 Lewis DUGAN of Wallingford has been sent to the Reform School for breaking into the office of BATCHELDER & Sons and pilfering the contents of the money-drawer. The saw and grist mills of the Gaysville Manufacturing Co. have been transferred to other parties, who have put them in first-class shape and have added considerable wood working machinery. Henry HOEY, 22 years old, was drowned while bathing in the Connecticut river at Bellows Falls, Sunday. The body was carried over the falls and has not been recovered. His parents reside in Rutland. A Rochester young man paid thirty dollars for six trout a week or two ago. He went fishing in Pittsfield, and a half dozen of his catch failed to come up to the required six inches, and he was complained of and arrested. A telephone dispatch from Jacksonville to Brattleboro, Tuesday night, announced that a boy whose description answered to that of the missing HUMPHREY was at work in West Halifax; that he seems to be insane, and unable to tell who he is or where he belongs. The Springfield base-ball nine went to Bellows Falls, the 17th, and were beaten by the latter club--13 to 5. On Saturday last the Claremonts went down to the Falls and scored a victory of the B. F.'s--6 to 5. The B. F.'s went to Brattleboro and were defeated,--6 to 5,--Tuesday. GRIFFITH & MacINTYRE's steam mill in Landgrove was burned last Sunday morning. The fire, it is supposed, caught from the engine. The loss on the mill is $3,000, on machinery $2,000, on lumber $200. This is the second mill belonging to the same company that has burned within a month. The chief of police of Worcester, Mass., has written Mr. SPRAGUE, at Brattleboro, that the missing HUMPHREY boy has been in that place since his disappearance, but has again taken himself out of sight. It is expected he will turn up at some recruiting station, as he is crazy on military affairs. The contractors of the mail-route between Londonderry and Manchester have met with hard luck. The stockholders of the Manchester turnpike refuse to allow them any reduction from the regular rates of toll, which is 25 cents for a team or 50 cents for the stage. heretofore the stage has passed for $1.50 per month. The Methodist church at Perkinsville is closed, owing to the inability of the society to raise funds sufficient to pay a pastor. The attendance previous to closing had dwindled down to nothing. Often the only people present were the minister and the organist; occasionally a congregation of seven collected, but rarely. Prof. George A. WILLIAMS of Havana, N. Y., has been selected to fill the vacant principalship at Vermont Academy, Saxtons River. His assistants will be Prof. H. A. LIEBIG of Mt. Pleasant, Pa., Miss Frances L. DAVIS of Cavendish, and Miss Julia A. GOODWIN, a graduate of the academy and of Cooper Institute, New York city. Joel TIDD of Rutland loaned his valuable Blackstone mare, Sunday afternoon, and while returning to the village at an early hour Monday morning it met with a serious accident near the CHAFFEE crossing on West street. Two unknown parties were seen racing toward Mr. TODD's horse, and before that team could get out of the way the thill of one of the carriages struck Mr. TODD's horse in the neck between the windpipe and jugular vein. The injury is a serious one, but with careful treatment the horse will probably recover. The carriage was also much damaged. Transcribed by Ruth Barton -- Ruth Barton mrgjb@sover.net Dummerston, VT

The Vermont Tribune, Ludlow, Friday, July 26, 1889 Plymouth 7/26/1889 Mrs. GILSON and daughters, with a friend, from Brooklyn, N. Y., are at the GILSON cottage for the summer. Will BOYD and George GREEN of Westminster, Mass., are stopping at the Union for a few days. Mrs. Nathan HALL is no better, but gradually failing. She has been confined to her bed for 13 weeks. Mrs. G. F. TUTTLE is quite ill; confined to her bed. Miss Carrie BROWN is still obliged to use her crutches; not able to take a step without them. Mrs. Lucretia JOHNSON is in Shrewsbury on a visit. Mr. PHILBRICK, wife and daughter, are expected home the first of this week. Transcribed by Ruth Barton -- Ruth Barton mrgjb@sover.net Dummerston, VT

The Vermont Tribune, Ludlow, Friday, July 26, 1889 West Bridgewater 7/26/1889 Miss Hattie SPAULDING is ill. Mrs. Horace JOHNSON is failing. A. MADDEN has had another attack of vomiting, but is better at present writing. (I'm sure his fellow townspeople were eager to hear this IMPORTANT news. RHB) Mrs. John S. JONES and son, of Fairhaven, are in town for a few weeks. The ASHTON boys of Boston are in town on a pleasure trip. John SPAULDING has a sprained ankle. Mr. and Mrs. J. N. MADDEN arrived home from Boston last week. John DILLON is at work at PLUMLEY's mill again. Harry HOWARD, the "Drummer Boy of the Army of the Potomac," gave an entertainment at the school-house, last Monday evening. Mrs. Luther WILSON of Woodstock is visiting with her daughter, Mrs. Clarence PINNEY. G. B. SPAULDING is at Nineveh, bee-hunting with M. PRATT. (Anybody care to enlighten me as to where this is? RHB) A. J. WHITE is living on the farm formerly owned and occupied by A. C. FOSTER. It is feared that the potato crop will be a failure, owing to rust caused by too much wet weather. Transcribed by Ruth Barton -- Ruth Barton mrgjb@sover.net Dummerston, VT

The Vermont Tribune, Ludlow, Friday, July 26, 1889 North Sherburne 7/26/1889 The farmers are much discouraged over the weather and scarcity of help. Ira SHAW, who was taken sick at his daughter's in Stockbridge, is so far recovered as to be moved to his home, but he is still under the doctor's care. Mrs. Charles LONGLEY was called to Cuttingsville, las week, by the severe illness of her father, Rev. INGALLS. Mark ESTABROOK of Boston made his brothers here a short visit, recently. Dr. MOORE and wife, of Ludlow were recently guests of Dudley ESTABROOK for a few days. The doctor held two meetings at the school-house, while here. The severe rain last week caused a great deal of damage through Pittsfield and Stockbridge. A dam giving way a short distance above GURNSEY's blacksmith-shop, nearly caused the death of five persons. Fortunately they saw the dam give out, and expecting another "Johnstown flood" rushed out in their night-clothes and soon found themselves wading in three or more feet of water. A fence giving away just as they had passed it, no doubt saved their lives; for if it had gone while they were clinging to it to help themselves along, no doubt they would have been swept into the river near by. One sick woman Mrs. Ed. BROWN, was taken from her bed and carried to a neighbor's Mr. GURNSEY had his pig pen carried away, with his pig in it; but the latter was recovered. Many bridges were washed out and buildings undermined, while much damage was done to grass. Transcribed by Ruth Barton -- Ruth Barton mrgjb@sover.net Dummerston, VT

Source, Rutland Daily Herald--Wed. Feb. 21, 1923. BENSON. Funeral services for Ernest W. Bosworth whose death occurred last week were largely attended by both relatives and friends. Rev. F.R. Tarling officiated. Two selections, " Sometime We'll Understand and God Will Take Care of You" were sung. There were many beautiful flowers. The bearers were Leslie Cory, Stephen W.Brown, Harvey A. Hulett and Loren R.Noble. Interment was in Fairview cemetery. C. N. Jones and Walter Bush are in Montpelier. Miss Lillian Walker spent several days in Fair Haven recently. Mr. and Mrs. S. W. Brown went to Rutland yesterday to see their daughter, Naomi, who is in the hospital. Mrs. H.H. King of Fair Haven has been in town caring for her sister, Mrs. Palmer Goodrich, who is ill. Mr. Goodrich and children who have been ill are improving. There is to be a "Birthday Social" at the League rooms Friday night, February 23. An oyster supper will be served. Miss Mabel Belden was home over Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. W.L. Bosworth of Whitehall were called here by the death of Mr. Bosworth's brother. Transcribed by, Joan H.Bixby

The Vermont Tribune, Ludlow, Friday, July 26, 1889 East Wallingford 7/26/1889 Busy haying now, and do not find many news items in the hay-field. Geo. S. WILDES lost his valuable brood mare recently. She fell through the floor and choked to death. Rev. Mr. FREEMAN preached here last Sunday; and those who were present had the privilege of listening to a very able discourse. Although he is past eighty-seven years of age, he can preach better than many of the younger ones; and when he comes this way again, we hope he will tarry and give us another sermon. Sabbath-school every Sunday, at 11 o'clock. An invitation to attend is extended to all. Nellie LITTLE fell on a scythe and cut her hand severely. Dr. HAZEN did it up and she is now doing well. Mrs. E. H. ALDRICH has returned home from Canada; but her stay will be short, as she is going to the Adirondacks to stay a spell. Her health is poor, and she goes there in hopes to return much improved. News is received from Medford, Oregon, of the death, July 10th, of Alfred H. JACKSON, who left this place for the Pacific Slope some ten months ago. Death was the result of a complication of diseases that baffled the skill of the physicians. The Mechanicsville and Ludlow base-ball clubs play a game here, this afternoon. Transcribed by Ruth Barton -- Ruth Barton mrgjb@sover.net Dummerston, VT

The Vermont Tribune, Ludlow, Friday, July 26, 1889 North Shrewsbury 7/26/1889 We congratulate Willard SANDERSON on his success in canvassing for The History of Johnstown Flood. He secured over 150 subscriptions in less than three days. Gene WILSON has been laid up with his foot, which he cut badly about six weeks ago. It was thought at one time amputation would be necessary. It is feared it will be some time before he will be able to work. Mrs. Julia E. VOSBURGH of Troy, N. Y., is visiting with Mrs. Jane CROPSEY. Mr. and Mrs. Eli LORD are on the sick-list. It is well that Mrs. SAWYER of North Springfield, their only child, is at home on a visit at this time. Mr. and Mrs. WILCOX, and another lady, of Mechanicsville, came here to attend service, last Sunday morning; and as they are in full sympathy with the A. C. church, of course, they enjoyed the meeting. We have at least one expert swimmer in this vicinity, in the person of Carlton NOYES, who on the 5th inst. swam across the pond at Niveveh, a distance of three-fourths of a mile, and then back. The pond was so rough, at the time, that Arthur PAGE said the waves dashed into the boat, as they were out before the swimming commenced; so the boat did not go with him. His father, Andrew NOYES, is very thankful he was not drowned. Preaching in the church at the Center, by Elder WRIGHT, next Sunday, at 2:30 p. m. One day last week master Forest GUILD presented the pastor with some fine trout; for which he is especially thankful, as it is the first time he has been remembered with a string of the speckled beauties since he came to the state. Miss Grace JOHNSON of North Clarendon is visiting her friend, Mrs. Perrin WHITNEY, for a few days. We note that Daniel COOK has bought another matched team; color, dark bay. We should judge that in some respects they are superior to the late team he sold for $500. They certainly make a fine appearance, stepping so evenly before the new carriage. We opine Mr. and Mrs. C. feel just a little proud of them; and who could blame them! For what is grander or more useful to man, among the animals, than a noble horse. Transcribed by Ruth Barton -- Ruth Barton mrgjb@sover.net Dummerston, VT

The Vermont Tribune, Ludlow, Friday, July 26, 1889 Sherburne 7/26/1889 A terrible rain, the night of the 18th. The little rivulets were knee-deep, and in the valley hay was swimming around in the meadows. The water measured four inches in tubs and pails. The roads on the mountain were badly washed. The old women think the almanac-makers, this year, made a bit of a mistake by having dog days come a month earlier than usual. Mrs. MATHEW and two sons visited in town, recently; from Mt. Holly. Ever since the legislature commenced on the fish-law the trout have grown more scarce. It will compare favorably with the prohibition law; still, it is said every generation is growing wiser and wiser. What will happen next? Transcribed by Ruth Barton -- Ruth Barton mrgjb@sover.net Dummerston, VT

The Vermont Tribune, Ludlow, Friday, July 26, 1889 Weston 7/26/1889 Mr. and Mrs. James G. BALL of Cambridgeport, Mass., and Mrs. LIVERMORE of Bondville, have been guests at Henry HANNUM's. Mrs. George GILMORE and boy, form Springfield, Mass., are visiting at A. D. GILMORE's. Warren FOSTER had the misfortune to have one of his horses die, last Wednesday. Mr. FOSTER's daughter Addie is at home from Boston on a visit. Considerable dissatisfaction is expressed at the action of the ladies of the Park Association, in prohibiting croquet playing on the park. Tour mind, the ladies could not add to the enjoyment of the people in any better way than to lay out croquet and lawn-tennis grounds, as many as needed. Surely, grass is not so precious, here in the country, that we cannot walk on it. Transcribed by Ruth Barton -- Ruth Barton mrgjb@sover.net Dummerston, VT

The Vermont Tribune, Ludlow, Friday, July 26, 1889 Mechanicsville 7/26/1889 J. S. LYON of New York occupied the Baptist pulpit, last Sunday. There was a good attendance, and his address was highly appreciated. Mr. LYON has consented to supply the pulpit in both the north and south part of the town, for a few Sabbaths. The W. C. T. U. will meet with mrs. E. I. DICKERMAN, next Tuesday afternoon. Arrivals: C. W. PARMENTER, wife and daughter, from Waltham, Mass., at Fred PARMENTER's; Rev. Ira PRIEST and wife, from North Adams, Mass., at C. N. PRIEST's; Mrs. CHAMBERLIN and daughter, from Stockbridge, at William KNIGHT's; Lewis CRANE and Henry McQUESTEN, from Boston, at the hotel; Ernest CROWTHER, from New York city, at his home; Mrs. A. F. PIERCE and Mrs. John GIBSON, from Dakota, at F. FIFIELD's. Rev. S. B. CURRIER will preach as usual at the M. E. church, next Sabbath. Mrs. P. E. CHASE has purchased a fine residence in Rutland, and the family leave here the first of October. Transcribed by Ruth Barton -- Ruth Barton mrgjb@sover.net Dummerston, VT

The Vermont Tribune, Ludlow, Friday, July 26, 1889 Mendon 7/26/1889 Will my brother in Sherburne tell me why the doctors didn't talk with tears in their fists and their eyes doubled up, to that woman who pretends she took paris green? Poor Hannah! As Mrs. Will RANGER and her mother (Mrs. LONGLEY) were coming across the mountain, one day last week, from Pittsfield, when near the Rob FOSTER place they saw four bears (three cubs and the old bear) cross the road right ahead of them. They notified Mr. FOSTER, who was haying close by, and Mr. FOSTER and his men, with pitchforks and dogs, started in pursuit; but we have not seen any dead bears yet. Mr. and Mrs. SUTTON passed Sunday in Pittsfield, their home. Elder D. P. PERKINS filled the desk at the A. C. church, last Sunday, very acceptably. Miss Vi PERKINS with her good music and singing are greatly missed. Elder D. W. DAVIS and wife went to Bridgewater, Saturday, Elder DAVIS preaching there Sunday. John GAGNOR has got back from a five weeks visit in Canada. Mrs. Calvin PARKER is stopping, this week, with Mrs. Robert FOSTER--Mr. PARKER's mother. Transcribed by Ruth Barton -- Ruth Barton mrgjb@sover.net Dummerston, VT

The Vermont Tribune, Ludlow, Friday, July 26, 1889 Rutland 7/26/1889 The building of the West street school-house is likely to be delayed somewhat, owing to the inability of the trustees to purchase a small piece of land for the amount appropriated. The contract for laying the tile floor for Memorial Hall has been awarded to M. R. BROWN, for about $480. H. A. AMSDEN opened a new art store on Center street, Tuesday. At an important meeting of the Board of Trade, Tuesday evening, the resignation of Secy. A. G. COOLIDGE was not accepted; a new constitution and by-laws was adopted; and a committee was appointed to investigate the matter of securing to Rutland a new enterprise that will employ about 800 persons. The purchase of the CHASE toy business has been completed, and a corporation with a capital stock of $30,000, to be known as the "R. E. CHASE Mfg. Co." organized, to carry on the business at Rutland. It is expected that about 100 men will be employed. One Geo. WASHINGTON had a hearing, Tuesday, upon a charge of grand larceny, and was bound up in the sum of $100 for his appearance at the next term of county court. Prof. John S. LYON of New York was in town for a few hours, Tuesday. The members of the New England Marble Dealers' Association, with their wives and lady friends, making a party of 50, arrived in town Tuesday evening, and visited the quarries at Proctor, Wednesday. About 100 young ladies presented themselves, Tuesday, at the teachers' examination, as applicants for certificates. The widening of State street began Tuesday. H. R. PLATT, a brother of ex-State's Attorney PLATT of Poultney, has entered the office of judge LAWRENCE of this village. The executive committee of the Breeders' Association met at Rutland, Thursday of last week, and voted to build 100 new stalls and furnish accommodation for the 800 horses expected at the August meet. F. H. TURNER of Rutland, a brake-man on the Delaware & Hudson railroad, was seriously poisoned at Albany, N. Y., last week, by drinking coffee that had stood for two days in a tin pail. The coffee had absorbed the zinc poison from the tin, and but for prompt work at the hospital would have died. Transcribed by Ruth Barton -- Ruth Barton mrgjb@sover.net Dummerston, VT

The Vermont Tribune, Ludlow, Friday, July 26, 1889 Windham 7/26/1889 Misses Clara MACK of Ludlow, and Janie SPAFFORD of Cavendish, are visiting friends in town. Transcribed by Ruth Barton -- Ruth Barton mrgjb@sover.net Dummerston, VT

The Vermont Tribune, Ludlow, Friday, July 26, 1889 Simonsville 7/26/1889 Mr. and Mrs. CRAIG of Thompsonville, Conn., visited Mrs. CRAIG's mother, Mrs. B. S. FULLER, last week. Mrs. FARNSWORTH, a neice of P. T. MARSH, is keeping house for him while his daughter Mamie is taking a vacation at Bellows Falls. Sunday-school at 1 o'clock. Rev. Mr. NYES will hold services at 2 o'clock p. m., next Sunday. Rev. W. B. CARY and family, of North Stonington, Conn., intend to be here July 30th. They will spend two months. Mr. C. will preach during the time, commencing Aug. 4th, at 2 o'clock, p. m. Owing to the unfavorable weather and scarcity of help, but few farmers have made much progress with their haying. Some claim the rain has washed the life out of the grass. F. P. FULLER, who has been in Rutland since last Christmas, came to town last week, and will spend the summer with his daughter, Mrs. A. M. STANNARD. Miss Millie FULLER of Rutland came with him. Transcribed by Ruth Barton -- Ruth Barton mrgjb@sover.net Dummerston, VT

The Vermont Tribune, Ludlow, Friday, July 26, 1889 Andover 7/26/1889 Mrs. F. HOWE was up from Chester and spent a day with Mrs. Mary A. STODDARD, last week. Charlie BOLSTER, with "a span," came over from Weston, last Thursday, and took Mrs. STODDARD's young people and the "city ladies" to Lowell Lake for a day's "outing." The ladies are very enthusiastic in their praise of the trip. Miss GRAY and Miss MORRIS, after two weeks rest and enjoyment among our "green hills and quiet vales," returned to providence, R. I., last Saturday. Dr. F. O. STODDARD went to South Berwick, Me., Wednesday, to look after his business, intending to be gone a week or ten days. Last Wednesday, Mr. and Mrs. Henry ORMISTON started for home, but went by way of Canada, where they would make a two weeks visit with relatives. May J. STODDARD and Mrs. Mary DIMICK attended the teachers' examination at Proctorsville, Tuesday. Transcribed by Ruth Barton -- Ruth Barton mrgjb@sover.net Dummerston, VT

This item was sent to me so I'm just passing it on. Ruth Date: Fri, 17 Feb 2012 08:42:26 -0500 Subject: calendar Hi Ruth: There is a 1936 calendar from Graniteville, VT on eBay. That is a little south of Barre. Maybe someone you know would be interested. This is the title of the listing. 1936 Advertising Calendar Graniteville Vt Vermont G. T. McCarthy Meat Shop NR . . . . . . . . . -Carolyn -- Ruth Barton mrgjb@sover.net Dummerston, VT