Leather-bound account book show hours of employment for Foster Beach and Herbert Higgins. readable dates include 1889, 1898, 1926. Handwriting changes throughout so several people.
Reverend Burckes; Fashion Show; How to make soap; Mr. John Payne; Judge Walter Stevens; Reverend J. Herbert Owen; Dorothy F. Hayes; Lynda W. Gunn. Poem 'Yet Making Many Rich' from Worthington Harvest Sunday ,1885.
Town history between 1985 and 1986, program announcement for Scott Heyl talk, publication of Papers on the History of Worthington by The Pioneer Valley Printing Company, items pertaining to Marion Sweeney Presidency, reference to the Editorial…
Original handwritten paper concerning the incorporation of Mountain Seminary School, signed by William Whitmore, Hiram Bagg, William Ward. Dated March 25, 1837
Documentation of Worthington Historical Burying Grounds' (Brewster and Benjamin cemeteries) compiled by Frank Feakes. Contains notes and 'Grave Marker Survey Forms' of all known graves in both cemeteries. See also black and white photographs in Box…
These are notes regarding a large Bible that is in storage at the Worthington Historical Society. The book is 11-1/2' x 9' x 3-1/2' please see Box 52, 2005a-080. Inscribed on the first page: 'James Thompson'; inscribed on the next page 'To Dr. and…
Notes taken by D. Willard when he was in the House of Representatives, dates 1766, 70, 83, 95, regarding the 10 original Townships. Also interesting prose written on the reverse concerning prophet vs. profit.
These 3 papers pertain to the origin and history of Worthington Historical Society. In 1933, President Elisha H Brewster, Secretary Lester F. Stevens, Treasurer Dr. Francis A. Robinson. First board elected in 1961 (possible date of incorporation):…
This is a small red photo album dated in gold writing on cover '1895'; this date does not seem to pertain to pictures in album. Pictures include Bartlett-Kilbourn family pictures, the Gurney home on Old Post Road near the hotel (both burned down) …
Typewritten report of the WHS, Oct. 29, 1949 concerning the history of Worthington & discussion thereof. WHS meeting held on October 29, 1949 at Denworth (Glidden) Farm. Discussion of opening historical room at the library. Refers to 'spicey…
Record book dates beginning from April 19, 1828 to March 4, 1828. From School District #7. Handwritten in ink in ledger book: contains lined paper pages. Elijah Curtis, D. C. Smith, A. B. Curtis, Clerks. Handwriting begins on front fly leaf. Marbled…
A letter from Sandra H. Epperly accompanies this file of records for the Veteran's Memorials in Worthington. 'Due to the significance of these records and the time incurred in preparing these lists, we would appreciate the records becoming part of…
List of items given to WHS -- Accession book (3/24/1961) and papers. This could be the book that Bob Epperly refers to. Still may be one under Lois's bed. Identify Brownie.
1. Handwritten list of wedding gifts; addressed to Miss Louise __?___; date 1880-1932.; 5-5/8' x 4-3/8'; 2. Piece of paper regarding a trip to Smith Bros. in Springfield & expenses; date Feb. 25; 2 years written 1880 & 1933; torn on right; measures…
Typewritten transcripts of diary of Mrs. Horace Bartlett from 1887-88. Records the burning of church and plans for new church. Death of Frederick Sargent Huntington in Amherst.
Typewritten transcripts of diary of Mrs. Horace Bartlett from 1887-88. Records the burning of church and plans for new church. Death of Frederick Sargent Huntington in Amherst.
Diary found by William Raynor (Bill Raynor) in his barn. Original given to Fred and Judy Gibson. A record of of daily life on the Osgood Farm from 1883 through 1911. Information on faming, West Worthington industries.,numerous names mentioned…