Good Afternoon, I am pleased to announce that the Winhall, Bennington County, VT. section of the Gateway to Vermont Web Site has been expanded and now includes the "History of the Town of Winhall," from the "History of Bennington County, Vt., with Illustrations and Biographical Sketches of Some of Its Prominent Men and Pioneers." 1889. The Town of Winhall section is accessible from the main gateway page, by clicking on the "Latest Additions" button (located in the middle of the page): http://www.rootsweb.com/~vermont/VERMONTGATEWAY.html This valuable resource has been provided to the Vermont Web Site by Ray Brown [ http://www.rays-place.com/ ]. Thank you Ray! Good luck with your search, Karima List Administrator Vermont-L Discussion List http://www.rootsweb.com/~vermont/VermontWelcome.html Visit the VERMONT-L Web Site http://www.rootsweb.com/~vermont/ --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.560 / Virus Database: 352 - Release Date: 1/8/2004

Good Afternoon, I am pleased to announce that the Readsboro, Bennington County, VT. section of the Gateway to Vermont Web Site has been expanded and now includes the "History of the Town of Readsboro," by Hon. Faxon L. Bowen; from the "History of Bennington County, Vt., with Illustrations and Biographical Sketches of Some of Its Prominent Men and Pioneers." 1889. The Town of Readsboro section is accessible from the main gateway page, by clicking on the "Latest Additions" button (located in the middle of the page): http://www.rootsweb.com/~vermont/VERMONTGATEWAY.html This valuable resource has been provided to the Vermont Web Site by Ray Brown [ http://www.rays-place.com/ ]. Thank you Ray! Good luck with your search, Karima List Administrator Vermont-L Discussion List http://www.rootsweb.com/~vermont/VermontWelcome.html Visit the VERMONT-L Web Site http://www.rootsweb.com/~vermont/ --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.560 / Virus Database: 352 - Release Date: 1/8/2004

Thanks, Jan, for the description of the company and regiment in which a Thomas Harris served. Now if I could find out where the battles in which they participated were! Joann Nichols

Hi Joann, "On Nov. 6, 1812 the legislature authorized the raising of a volunteer corps of 68 companys {two brigades} for the service of the Federal Government...For most part the Vermonters who served in the Regular Army were in the 11th Infantry. The 11th was organized in 1812, and served for the duration of the war." Sorry, I do not know whether or not your Thomas HARRIS is the same Thomas HARRIS who fought in the War of 1812 nor where the soldier was assigned. Good luck researching ancestors, Jan Jordan jnichols@sover.net (Joann H. Nichols) <<I am researching a Flavilla Harris, who was a daughter of Thomas and Achsah (--?--) Harris. There is a Thomas Harris listed in the Roster for the War of 1812-1814. Joann jnichols@sover.net >>

I am researching a Flavilla Harris, who was a daughter of Thomas and Achsah (--?--) Harris. On 10 Feb. 1816, in Bennington Probate Court, Axsah[?] Harris was named guardian for Flavilla. I believe that Thomas must have died prior to that time. On 17 Aug. 1813, Axa Harris and child were warned out of Woodford, Bennington Co., VT. There is a Thomas Harris listed in the Roster for the War of 1812-1814 as serving in company of Capt. Charles Follett, 11th Regt. on Pay Roll for Jan. & Feb. 1812. Ref. R&L 1812, AGO Page 12. I do not know where this company and regiment might have served or if this could be the Thomas Harris I am seeking. If it is, perhaps he died in the war and that is why he does not appear to be living when Axa and child were warned out of Woodford. Does anyone recognize these people? Thanks for any help you can give me. Joann Nichols

Hello I am writing an article about Caleb Morgan, b. 1716 CT, died 1775 in Pownal, Bennington Co. VT. He and his wife, Lydia Rogers, had at least 9 children, 3 of whom lived and died in Pownal. Several others moved to Poultney, (Rutland Co.). A few of them kept moving further north in Vermont, some ending up in Franklin Co (Enosburg area) and one to Rochester. There is another group that originated in Pownal and moved two generations later to Cambridge VT. I'm looking for known descendants so I can include your family in my article. At this point I expect to do the surname plus one generation; in other words, I would like information about anyone who retains the surname Morgan through direct descent, plus the marriage information for any Morgan women with their children. One of my questions what became of the family of Caleb Jr. He was a Rev War vet who fought at the Battle of Bennington when he resided in Pownal. His pension records allow us to trace his course first to Poultney and finally to Rochester where he died. I have 4 known children for him, but the trail ends there. I'd like to know more about his family. The children of Caleb that I know the least about are Nathan Morgan and Jonathan Morgan. I believe both of them moved to Middletown or Poultney, and Nathan moved on to Jericho, Enosburg, and Sheldon, VT. However, I dont know his wife's name, and have only one known child for him. I know very little about Jonathan, because there are at least two cousins by this name, and I find them indistinguishable. They would have been born between 1750 and 1768. Any help or discussion would be appreciated. Carolyn Adams S Ryegate VT .,

Good Morning, I am pleased to announce that the Dorset, Bennington County, VT. section of the Gateway to Vermont Web Site has been expanded and now includes the "History of the Town of Dorset," by George M. VIALL, esq., of East Dorset; from the "History of Bennington County, Vt., with Illustrations and Biographical Sketches of Some of Its Prominent Men and Pioneers." 1889. The Town of Dorset section is accessible from the main gateway page, by clicking on the "Latest Additions" button (located in the middle of the page): http://www.rootsweb.com/~vermont/VERMONTGATEWAY.html This valuable resource has been provided to the Vermont Web Site by Ray Brown [ http://www.rays-place.com/ ]. Thank you Ray! Good luck with your search, Karima List Administrator Vermont-L Discussion List http://www.rootsweb.com/~vermont/VermontWelcome.html Visit the VERMONT-L Web Site http://www.rootsweb.com/~vermont/ --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.560 / Virus Database: 352 - Release Date: 1/8/2004

"~BROOKS, ELBRIDGE Residence: Windham, Windham Co., VT SECOND REGIMENT, COMPANY K. Date of enlistment: Feb. 21, 1862 Remarks: Killed in action May 5, 1864 at Wilderness, Va. For military engagements check out http://www.vermontcivilwar.org Source is "Roster of Vermonters who served in the CIVIL WAR", prepared and republished under the direction of Martha T. Rainville, The Adjutant General, Volumes 1 and 2, Camp Johnson, Colchester, Vermont, 1998, page 63. Transcribed by Jan Jordan <<check the Roster of Vermonters for an Elbridge Brooks, who died in the Civil War, May 5, 1864. Debbyel@comcast.net

I wondered if anyone could tell me if the grave of Samuel Millington of Shaftsbury who served in the Rev. War in 1777 has a marked grave. I have the date, December 01, 1823 as his DOD. I would be interested in applying to DAR to place a marker on his grave if it isn't already marked. Thanks, Linda Garrett

1880 Arlington, Bennington Co., VT, census: Antoine SHARKEY 34 born canada laborer father and mother born in Canada, born 1846 Martha [PARTLOW] 35 born in Vt. keeping house both parents born in Canada. born 1845 Henry 13 born in Vt.1867 Willie 8 born in Vt.1872 Frank 6 born in VT.1874 Libbie 3 born in VT.1877 Nettie 3 months old born 1880 in Vt. Posted by Jan Jordan

On page 35 "SECOND REGIMENT, COMPANY A ~Matteson, Albert N. ~Matteson, Oscar, Jr. Residence: Stamford, VT Date of enlistment: Oct. 12, 1861 Albert: Deserted Sept. 28, 1862. Oscar: Wounded Sept. 14, 1862 at Crampton's Gap, Md.; transferred to Veterans Reserve Corps. Jan. 23, 1864; discharged Oct. 31, 1864. For military engagements check out http://www.vermontcivilwar.org ================================= On page 248 FIRST REGIMENT CALALRY, COMPANY G. ~Matteson, Albert N. Residence: Stamford, VT Date of enlistment: Dec. 21, 1863 Date of muster Jan. 7, 1864 Remarks: Transferred to Veterans Reserve Corps. Dec. 3, 1864; mustered out Aug. 2, 1865. Source is "Roster of Vermonters who served in the CIVIL WAR", prepared and republished under the direction of Martha T. Rainville, The Adjutant General, Volumes 1 and 2, Camp Johnson, Colchester, Vermont, 1998. Transcribed by Jan Jordan

Karima has uploadd the Arlington, Bennington County, VT. section of the Gateway to Vermont Web Site has been expanded and now includes the "History of the Town of Arlington," by T. E. Brownell, esq.; from the "History of Bennington County, Vt., with Illustrations and Biographical Sketches of Some of Its Prominent Men and Pioneers." 1889. The Town of Arlington section is accessible from the main gateway page, by clicking on the "Latest Additions" button (located in the middle of the page): http://www.rootsweb.com/~vermont/VERMONTGATEWAY.html This valuable resource has been provided to the Vermont Web Site by Ray Brown [ http://www.rays-place.com/ ]. Thank you Ray! Posted by Jan Jordan

Good Evening, I am pleased to announce that the Arlington, Bennington County, VT. section of the Gateway to Vermont Web Site has been expanded and now includes the "History of the Town of Arlington," by T. E. Brownell, esq.; from the "History of Bennington County, Vt., with Illustrations and Biographical Sketches of Some of Its Prominent Men and Pioneers." 1889. The Town of Arlington section is accessible from the main gateway page, by clicking on the "Latest Additions" button (located in the middle of the page): http://www.rootsweb.com/~vermont/VERMONTGATEWAY.html This valuable resource has been provided to the Vermont Web Site by Ray Brown [ http://www.rays-place.com/ ]. Thank you Ray! Good luck with your search, Karima List Administrator Vermont-L Discussion List http://www.rootsweb.com/~vermont/VermontWelcome.html Visit the VERMONT-L Web Site http://www.rootsweb.com/~vermont/ --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.560 / Virus Database: 352 - Release Date: 1/8/2004

Good Afternoon, I am pleased to announce that the Stamford, Bennington County, VT. section of the Gateway to Vermont Web Site has been expanded and now includes the "History of the Town of Stamford," by T. E. Brownell, esq.; from the "History of Bennington County, Vt., with Illustrations and Biographical Sketches of Some of Its Prominent Men and Pioneers." 1889. The Town of Stamford section is accessible from the main gateway page, by clicking on the "Latest Additions" button (located in the middle of the page): http://www.rootsweb.com/~vermont/VERMONTGATEWAY.html This valuable resource has been provided to the Vermont Web Site by Ray Brown [ http://www.rays-place.com/ ]. Thank you Ray! Good luck with your search, Karima List Administrator Vermont-L Discussion List http://www.rootsweb.com/~vermont/VermontWelcome.html Visit the VERMONT-L Web Site http://www.rootsweb.com/~vermont/ --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.559 / Virus Database: 351 - Release Date: 1/7/2004

Good Evening, I am pleased to announce that the Peru, Bennington County, VT. section of the Gateway to Vermont Web Site has been expanded and now includes the "History of the Town of Peru," by Hon. George K. DAVIS; from the "History of Bennington County, Vt., with Illustrations and Biographical Sketches of Some of Its Prominent Men and Pioneers." 1889. The Town of Peru section is accessible from the main gateway page, by clicking on the "Latest Additions" button (located in the middle of the page): http://www.rootsweb.com/~vermont/VERMONTGATEWAY.html This valuable resource has been provided to the Vermont Web Site by Ray Brown [ http://www.rays-place.com/ ]. Thank you Ray! Good luck with your search, Karima List Administrator Vermont-L Discussion List http://www.rootsweb.com/~vermont/VermontWelcome.html Visit the VERMONT-L Web Site http://www.rootsweb.com/~vermont/ --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.558 / Virus Database: 350 - Release Date: 1/2/2004

This is a multi-part message in MIME format. ------=_NextPart_000_0021_01C3D294.7C93F550 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit ----- Original Message ----- From: "System Administrator" <postmaster@lakesplus.com> To: "MaryLu McClure" <mmcclure@lakesplus.com> Sent: Saturday, January 03, 2004 10:45 PM Subject: Undeliverable: Thomas Bull > Your message > > To: VTBENNIN-L@rootsweb > Subject: Thomas Bull > Sent: Sat, 3 Jan 2004 20:59:00 -0600 > > did not reach the following recipient(s): > > VTBENNIN-L@rootsweb on Sat, 3 Jan 2004 22:45:15 -0600 > The recipient name is not recognized > The MTS-ID of the original message is: c=us;a= > ;p=lakes;l=NEWS0401040245XFNK11DG > MSEXCH:IMS:lakes:lakesplus:NEWS 3499 (000B09B6) network error during > host resolution > > > ------=_NextPart_000_0021_01C3D294.7C93F550 Content-Type: message/rfc822; name="Thomas Bull.eml" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit Content-Disposition: attachment; filename="Thomas Bull.eml" Message-ID: <000a01c3d26e$b71a5e60$6f03623f@McClure> From: MaryLu <mmcclure@lakesplus.com> Reply-To: MaryLu <mmcclure@lakesplus.com> To: VTBENNIN-L@rootsweb Subject: Thomas Bull Date: Sat, 3 Jan 2004 20:59:00 -0600 MIME-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" Thomas Bull was one of the early settlers in the Town of Manchester, Bennington County, VT. He married Mrs. Martha (Smith) Hart. Some records indicate that they were married in 1762, in Kent, CT, while other records indicate they were married on December 9, 1761, in the Town of Manchester. Martha died in October 1810 & is buried at the Factory Point Cemetery. Thomas' second wife was Abigail Hovey , who he married at Manchester on May 26, 1816. Thomas is not buried with his first wife, Martha at Manchester, VT. Did he and his second wife, Abigail leave the area & die somewhere else? Some say HE died in Franklin County, OH, but he has not yet been found there. Where did Abigail Hovey Bull die & when? MaryLu in Minnesota ------=_NextPart_000_0021_01C3D294.7C93F550--

Source, The Brandon Vt.Post--Thur. Nov. 14, 1850. BENNINGTON COUNTY OFFICERS. 1850-51 Perez Harwood, Cyrus Farwell, Assistant Judges of the County Court. Leonard Sargeant , Judge of Probate for the for the District of Manchester. Elijah Barber, Pownal, Judge of Probate for the District of Bennington. Harmon Canfield, Arlington, State's Attorney. James S. Merrill, Bennington, Sheriff. Gurdon H. Smith, Manchester, High Bailiff.

Has anyone ever run across any information on Ira Ward? He was born on December 11, 1820. He married Densey Pamelia Gates on December 20, 1842, in Shaftsbury, VT. (I have a friend who is looking for Ira's parents & siblings. Since I frequently post to the Bennington site for my own research, I said I would keep my eyes open for Ira Ward.) MaryLu

RE: Janette Williamson - vjyizit@aol.com To whom it may concern: My name is Lisa Cunningham..I am Jan and Oscar WIlliamson's Granddaughter...I am not sure who has and who has not been overlooked in relaying this sad news...My grandfather passed away October 5, 2003 and my grandmother passed away November 15, 2003. VJYIZIT will no longer be receiving or sending mail...If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to call or write me at Lisaandgino@aol.com or Ginoand lisa@msn.com... Sincerely, Lisa Cunningham

Source, Rutland Vt.Weekly Herald--Sat. 5 Jan. 1805. Bennington ,17 Dec.,Thurs. last ,newborn found in vault of a necessary (outhouse), Deborah Kirkland had the child alone and deserted it because of shame. Her parents live in MA.