Source, Rutland, Vt.Daily Herald--Sat.June 22, 1946. RUTLAND, Vt. Funeral services for Fred Martin Reed, who died late Thursday night at the Rutland Hospital, will be held Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the Dorset (Vt) Congregational church, with burial in the North Rupert (Vt) cemetery. The body has been taken to the Spencer Funeral Home on West street, where friends may call tomorrow from 2 to 4 o'clock in the afternoon and 7 to 8 in the evening. Mr. Reed is survived by his wife, Mrs. Grace Colby Reed ; five daughters, Mrs. Angie Edmunds of Bridgeport, Conn., Mrs. Ralph Tyrrell of Mount Tabor, Vt., Mrs. Dorothy Goodnow of Adams, Mass., Mrs. Harry J. Tozer and Miss Frieda Reed of Rutland, and a son , Selah Martin Reed , who is serving in Paris with the Army. Joan H. Bixby

Source, Rutland, Vt. Daily Herald--Sat. Mar.24, 1934. PAWLET, VT. CHARLES PHILLIPS LIVED IN PAWLET OVER NINETY YEARS. March 23-- Charles Phillips, news of whose death and funeral was printed in the Herald, was in his 91st year, having been born here January 15, 1844. According to the old family bible, his grandmother was Content (Simmons) Phillips and his grandfather was Elkanah Phillips. They came from Cape Cod, Mass., and settled on the farm now owned by Thomas Brooks and operated by his son, Maynard Brooks of Pawlet. Charles was one of five children born to Samuel and Mary Phillips and he was the last survivor of the family. When he was 25 years of age, his father purchased the farm of Milton Sykes where he has resided for man years. he moved there with his parents and soon after he married Adelaide Goodspeed. After a short married life, his wife died. In November, 1880 he was married to Ida E. Paddock of Dorset (Vt.), with whom he spent the major portion of his life. She died on June 17, 1929. The survivors are Mr. and Mrs. John Capen and also a niece, Mrs. Herbert Croff of Pawlet and a nephew, Charles Phillips of Dorset. Joan H. Bixby

From MicAndrus at prodigy dot net Listed in "1836 Walton's Vermont Register and Farmer's Almanac" Matteson, Artemas, Justice of the Peace, Shaftsbury, Bennington Co, VT. Matteson, Hiram, Justice of the Peace Shaftsbury, Bennington Co, VT. Matteson, Isaac, Justice of the Peace, Glastenbury, Bennington Co, VT. Matteson, Jeremiah, Justice of the Peace Shaftsbury, Bennington Co, VT.

The Genealogical Society of Vermont is holding their spring meeting at the Hotel Coolidge in downtown White River Junction, VT on Saturday, April 30, 2005. The agenda for the day (not necessarily in this order!) is as follows: Gary Bagley, speaking on the Canadian 1901 census. Cyndy Bittinger, Executive Director of the Calvin Coolidge Memorial Foundation, speaking on "Inside the White House with Calvin and Grace Coolidge." Marcia Melnyk, speaking on the use of city directories and censuses. There will be coffee, etc. available upon arrival and a luncheon. The cost for this meeting is $18.00 for members of the GSV and $20.00 for non-members. Everyone is welcome. The registration starts at 9:30 a.m. and the meeting ends about 3:00 p.m. Please mail your check for the day to Genealogical Society of Vermont, P.O. Box 1553, St. Albans, VT 05478. Any questions--contact Joann Nichols, 802-254-9554, or jnichols@sover.net See you there! Joann Nichols

Hi Phil, In the CIVIL WAR 1861-1865: "Joseph M. GREEN[E] from Burlington, Chittenden County, Vermont, served in 7th Regiment, Company D. George E. CLOUGH of Pomfret, Windsor County, Vermont, served in 3rd Regiment, Company G. Charles E. CLOUGH of Readsboro, Bennington County, Vermont, served in 2nd Regiment, Company A." For military engagements of these Union Soldiers check out http://www.vermontcivilwar.org Sorry, I do not know if these are your ancestors; they are not mine. Jan J. ROSTER OF VERMONTERS who served in the CIVIL WAR, prepared and republished by Martha T. Rainville, The Adjuant General, Volumes 1 and 2, Camp Johnson, Colchester, Vermont, 1998, pages 194, 94 and 34. <<Joseph Greene and his brother-in-laws Charles and George Clough are all listed in the 1850 census in Moretown. Phil Shepard, pws-e@cox.net>>

Source, Rutland, Vt. Daily Herald--Mon. Apr.5, 1937. RUTLAND, Vt. Lawson L. Bardwell, 76, of 142 State street, died late Saturday night after a long illness. He is survived by two sons, Melvin and Stephen Bardwell of Rutland ; one daughter, Mrs. Lewis Buell of Manchester, Vt. and 16 grandchildren. The body was moved to the Spencer Funeral Home on West street, where services will be held this afternoon at 2 o'clock.

From "Genealogical History of the Families of Robinsons, Saffords, Harwoods, Clarks", by Sarah Robinson, Bennington, Vt., 1837. From pg. 18: 5g. Benjamin Robinson Sears, married Mary Ann Waters, in Bennington, Vt., daughter of Adam Waters, who died in Swanton, Vt. 1810. 6g. Betsey Sears, b. May 11, 1833, Bennington, Vt. Martin Sears, b. Feb. 20, 1835, (handwritten correction includes a d., meaning he died, I guess), Bennington, Vt. Mary Sears, b. Feb. 12, 1837, (hand corrected from 25th to 12th.), Bennington, Vt. From pg. 64: 5g. Hiram Waters, born Dec. 1797, Bennington, Vt. son of Oliver Waters, married Diadama Dewey Harwood, Feb. 1, 1831, at Bennington, Vt. 6g. Lydia Sophia Waters, b. Dec. 20, 1831, Ben., Vt. Adeline Harwood Waters, b. Mar. 13, 1834, Ben., Vt. Mary Jane Waters, b. Dec. 23, 1836, Ben., Vt. Transcribed by Nancy; posted by Jan

Hi JoAnn, In [360] below besides David CASTLE, these soldiers served in the same unit: Abel CASTLE, Nathan CASTLE, Jonathan CASTLE, etc. Also, "[360] A payroll of Capt. John Stark's Company of Militia in Col. Ira Allen's Regiment for service done in defense of the Northern Frontier of this state, by order, in October in the year 1780. Name: David Castle. Entered: Oct. 12 Days: 7 Mileage: 22 Amt. Mileage: 0.7.4 Per day & rations: 1.4 Total: 0.16.8. Pay Table Office Arlington, Vermont, June 6, 1781. Date above recd. the above contents of the Treasurer. Samuel Willard, Lieut." pages 287 and 288 ================================== [53] A Payroll of Capt. John Smith's Company of Militia in Col Warren's Regimemt in the service of this State, commencing the 3rd and ending the 28th of February 1779, both days included. Name: David Castle When entered service: Feb. 3rd When left service: Feb. 28 Wages per month: 3 pounds Amt. of wages: 2.12 pounds, and Amt. of wages and subsistence: 2.12 pounds. Windsor, Vermont, June 3, 1779. The within payroll examined and approved and the Treasurer is directed to pay the same, which is ... Thomas Chittenden. Received, date above ... in full for and in behalf of Capt. Smith. Per me, Joseph Bowker." pages 105 and 106. ROLLS OF VERMONT SOLDIERS IN THE REVOLUTIONARY WAR 1775-1783, prepared and published under the direction of Major General Martha T. Rainville, The Adjutant General, Vermont Camp Johnson, Colchester, Vermont, 1998, Volume 1. You're welcome, Jan Jordan <<Castle's went to Vermont from CT. about 1760's I think especially Able and David. JoAnn Wgramp6@aol.com>>

Good Morning, Do any of the members of the list have a web site which contains personal research on you Vermont families? If so, I would be happy to list it in the "links" section of the Gateway to Vermont Web Site: http://www.rootsweb.com/~vermont/Links.html Just send me the URL. Karima --- avast! Antivirus: Outbound message clean. Virus Database (VPS): 0514-2, 04/08/2005 Tested on: 4/9/2005 10:27:02 AM avast! - copyright (c) 1988-2004 ALWIL Software. http://www.avast.com

Looking for information on and ancestors of Cephas Williams born 1828 in VT (probably in the Bondville, Winhall, Bennington area). Married Harriet Benson 1 jan 1850 in Winhall. They subsequently had eight children; Julia Maud, Carroll A., Maud A., George H., Charles Leroy, Jennie V. Aulme and Johnnie E. Robby Robinson An 'old' Yankee in the "Heart of Dixie"

Source, The Bennington (Vt) Evening Banner-- Mon. Aug.30, 1943. BENNINGTON, Vt. DOUBLE FUNERAL FOR BEECHER BOYS St. Peter's church was filled with any mourners Sunday afternoon at 4 o'clock for the double funeral of DONALD and PAUL BEECHER, aged 12 and 14, who were fatally injured Thursday in an auto-bicycle accident near their home in the Lyons district. A prayer at 3:30 o'clock from their late home preceded the rites at the church. The Rev. Parker C. Webb, rector of St. Peter's church, conducted the funeral with the Rev. Norman Egerton, former acting rector here and now at Hasbrouck Heights, N. J., assisting. There were scores of beautiful floral tributes and the service at the church was one of the most largely attended funerals held in any years. The pall bearers for Donald were ; John Seale, cousin , John Kennedy, Richard LeClerc and Robert Olin, all schoolmates and chums. The bearers for Paul were : Robert Seale ,cousin, Merton Cross , James Howe and Raymond LeClerc, neighborhood playmates. The commitment was at Park Lawn cemetery, where the Rev. Webb and Rev. Egerton officiated. Among those from out of town who attended the services were; William H. Beecher and Mr. and Mrs. Thornton Beecher of Springfield, Mass.; Mr. and Mrs. Edwin L. Bigelow of Manchester Center (Vt); Pvt. Frank S. Beecher , Brooklyn,N.Y. ; Mr. and Mrs. John Sparks of Brattleboro (Vt) ; Mr. and Mrs. Maurice Shea of Hoosick Falls, N.Y. ; Dr. A. N. Marsh and family of North Adams, Mass. ;Mr. and Mrs. George Vogel, George H. Vogel, Miss Frances Bridger and Mr. and Mrs. Albert Koschi of Pittsfield, Mass. A number of friends also attended from North Bennington, South Shaftsbury and the surrounding communities.

Source,The Bennington (Vt) Evening Banner-- Mon. Aug. 30, 1943. BENNINGTON, Vt. F. Haviland Sibleys Mark Anniversary. In honor of their 25th wedding anniversary Saturday, August 28, Mr. and Mrs. F. Haviland Sibley entertained an open house at their home on Silver street, from 4 to 7 o'clock. There were more than a hundred who called to offer congratulations during the afternoon. Mrs. Sibley is the former Doris Carpenter and the couple was married in New York August 28, 1918, while Mr. Sibley was on furlough from Camp Lee, Va., in World War 1. Presiding over the tea table at the affair were Mrs.Esther Parmalee, Mrs. Norton Barber, Mrs. Paul C.Howe, Mrs. Henry Root and Miss Mary Allen. Assisting in the serving of the guests were the Sibley twin , Ann and Harriette ; Deborah Sibley, Patsy Ann Blackmer and Mary Root.

Source, The Bennington (Vt) Evening Banner-- Mon.Aug. 30, 1943. BENNINGTON, Vt. BECKER BELIEVES IN TRY, TRY AGAIN. Pvt. Loren W. Becker of Camp Crowder, Mo., is a rather persistent soldier as was proven Saturday evening. At 7:45 p.m. he tried to phone his parents, Mr. and Mrs.Walter Becker of the North Bennington road, but unknown to him his entire family were out for the evening and did (sic) arrive home until 1:15 Sunday morning. Peace and quiet had settled in the house when the phone commenced ringing with continued insistence until Mrs. Becker removed the receiver. Pvt. Becker stated he had tried to reach her for hours at frequent intervals and intended to remain up all night if necessary to get her. He expects to be removed to a new area within a few days, so friends writing to him should wait until he new address is known. He stated that Pvt. Maurice Peckham, jr., who is also at Crowder sent his love to his parents at North Bennington and that he is well. Incidentally, the only thing that got the Beckers "goat" was that Pvt. Becker was "broke" and had the phone calls reversed.

Source, The Bennington (Vt) Evening Banner-- Mon. Aug.30, 1943. BENNINGTON, Vt. A requiem mass was sung Monday morning, a week ago, at 700 o'clock in St. Joseph's church, Attleboro, Mass., for Sgt. Armand A. Patnaude, U. S. Army, who was reported by the War Department killed in action in the South Pacific area on July 22. Sgt. Patnaude was a resident of Bennington for 12 years as an electrician for the Nichols Electric company before being inducted into the army. Sgt. Patnaude was serving with a cavalry reconnaissance group of the 43rd Division, who have made such a commendable record in that war theatre. The Rev. Albert Masse, pastor of the church, was the celebrant of the mass and there was a large attendance of friends and relatives of the soldier, including a sister-in-law, Mrs. Herbert Patnaude of Bennington. Besides his brother, who is in the amy and stationed in Maryland, he leaves his mother, Mrs.Albina R. Patnaude of Attleboro, Mass. The army sent a delegation of men to the service as did the American Legion. Taps were sounded at the conclusion of the service.

Hello, Would anyone know if there is a 'listing' of the people who signed up as "Green Mountain Boys"? Or, would that be something that would be contained in their individual Rev. War. File? Thank you.

Source, The Manchester (Vt) Journal- Thur. Oct.31,1946. BENNINGTON, Vt. LAKE ST. CATHERINE TAKES ANOTHER VICTIM. Oct.28--This community was hit by a tragic accident at Lake St. catherine late Sunday afternoon as Harold Max Walk, 38, of Country street, was drowned when he fell from a speedboat near Cone's Point. The body was recovered at about 10 o'clock Monday night in 18 feet of water by Walter Oakman of Wells (Vt), one of the volunteers who had joined Poultney (Vt) police and firemen in the search. Crews worked nearly all Sunday night and started again about 8 o'clock Monday morning, continuing all day and up until the time the body was found tonight. Walk had gone to the lake for the weekend after Noon's Store closed Saturday evening. In the boat at the time of the tragedy were its owner, Ralph Thurber , and another Bennington man, Harry Statia, and two others, believed to be campers in the area. As Walk fell out, two of the party, Statia and Thurber, attempted to rescue him, but the body disappeared before they could give any assistance. It is known that there is a ledge at that point which drops off sharply and there have been other drownings or near-drownings near this location. Harold Max Walk was the second son of Mr. and Mrs. Max Walk of Pownal (Vt). He was born in that village on April 2nd, and would have been 39 next April. His early schooling had been received in Pownal and he later attended Bennington High School. When a youth, he entered the employ of the old Allen-A Co., where he serve efficiently as a cutter until the plant was liquidated. before assuming a full time clerking and assistant manager's job at the Noon Store on North street nearly 11 years ago, he had assisted there on Saturdays and was entirely familiar with the retailing as well as the buying of men's clothing. In recent years he had been prominently identified with the local lodge of Elks. He also belonged to the Fraternal Order of Eagles and Loyal Order of Moose.

Source, Rutland, Vt. Daily Herald--Oct. 15, 1904. MANCHESTER, Vt. H. P. WARNER, of Manchester Center, while gathering apples last week Wednesday , fell from the tree and received injuries from which he died the next day. The interment was in Londonderry, Vt.,his former home.

I just subscribed minutes ago, so I hope this will work Does anyone know of a contagious illness in Shaftsbury, Bennington County, VT in 1797? Mary Fuller and her brother Francis died within 8 days of one another in September 1797 and I'd like to learn the cause. Can anyone help me? Thanks, Beverly Vorpahl

Samuel Ross was listed in Readsboro on 28 February 1817 as being warned out. This appeared in Volume 2, page 28 and again 26 April 1817. If you have this information in your file, I would appreciate the entire citation. Jeanne Strong

Source, The Rutland (Vt) Weekly Herald--Thur. May 11, 1893. Rutland, Vt. Mrs. Ann J. Stewart, for many years a resident of this city, died at her home in Proctor, Vt. Sunday , at the age of 79 years. Paralysis was the cause of her death. She leaves a family of two sons, Robert of New York and Thomas of Bennington, Vt.. The funereal will be held from St. Dominic's church at Proctor and the burial will be in the old Catholic cemetery here.