Monday, October 31, 2016
New Feature: Important Family Dates
I've added a new page to the blog. It lists all the birth death and marriage dates I have for our different ancestors. I'll keep updating it as I add more biographies to the blog.
http://putnamwright.blogspot.com/p/family-dates.html
Sunday, October 30, 2016
Merrick Luther Smith (1856-1934) S2
Though I have a lot of information on my different ancestors, every time I go to put a writeup together I find something new to track down. That why there can be a delay between post. In this post I want to give you some of the information I have on my Great Grandfather Merrick Luther Smith.
Merrick Luther Smith (11856-1934) S2
Birth: June 6th, 1856 in Lee, MA.
Father: Edward B. Smith (1815-1863) S4
Mother: Lydia Edna Kilborne (1814-1898) S5
Married: Catherine Ellen McCann (1861-1955) S3 on October 18th, 1883 in Lee, MA
Children:
Estella L. Smith (1886-1955)
Female Child Smith (1889-1889)
Florence Edna Smith (1892-1937) S1
Death: October 3rd, 1934 in Pittsfield, MA
1856-1880
Merrick Luther Smith was born to Edward B. Smith and Lydia Edna Kilborne on June 6th, 1856 in Lee, MA. He was the 9th of ten children. His father was a paper maker as were many of his siblings. He was living with his parents and his seven surviving siblings in 1860 according to the U.S. census.
His father joined the army during the civil war and died of consumption in Lee, MA on September 3rd, 1863. His oldest brother, Franklin Adelbert Smith also joined up and died in Memphis,TN on July 1st, 1864. He was a Sargent in Company C of the 19th Pennsylvania Calvary. I'll do some research and post about his Civil War experience in another post.
According to the 1865 Massachusetts Census, Merrick was still living with his mother and 6 siblings in Lee, MA. The 1870 U.S. Census shows only four other siblings and his mother living in the house. He is attending school. By 1880, he has left school and is now working with in a paper mill. He is still living with his mother and three of his siblings.
1881-1900
On October 18th, 1883 he married Catherine Ellen McCann (1861-1937) S3 in Lee, MA. She was the daughter of John McCann and Mary Clasby and was born on January 1st, 1861 in Lee, MA. The marriage was conducted by Reverend D. McCartney, pastor of the Methodist Church. Merrick is listed as being a mill operator, likely at a paper mill.
Their first child, Estella L. Smith was born in Lee, MA on August 15th, 1886. Merrick is still listed as a paper maker. By 1889, the family had moved to West Springfield, MA and Merrick is working as a paper maker for the Southworth Co. He continued working there until sometime in 1900. The are living at 73 Front Street, in the Mitteneague neighborhood of West Springfield.
On June 23rd, 1889, they lost a baby daughter in childbirth. Their last daughter, Florence Edna Smith, was born in West Springfield on March 19th, 1892. Merrick's mother passed away on September 10th, 1898 in Lee. His brother, Grove moved in with the family soon after this. Grove seems to have been a grocery store merchant.
The 1900 U.S. Census and the 1900 City Index shows that family still living at the 73rd Front Street address. Merrick is shown to be renting the property, and working as a Calendar Man which is a part of the paper making process. He, and many others, appears to be out of wok because the census lists him as zero months employed. This must have been a very difficult time for the family. By 1901, they had moved to Housatonic village of Great Barrington, MA.
The 1910 U.S. Census shows the family renting a house on Park Street with a lodger, Margaret Scenlon. He is working as a Calendar Man at a paper mill. the 1920 U.S. Census shows him now working as a foreman for the mill. The 1923 city index lets us know the house was near the corner of Mountain and Park and the paper mill was owned by RPCo. I believe that RPCo stands for the Rising Paper Company which ran the mill across the street from where Merrick lived. The mill still stands today and is currently being run by the Hazen Paper Company. Looking at the maps, it is likely that the house still stands as well.
Merrick was initiated into the Cincinnatus Lodge of the Masons in Great Barrington on October 25th, 1912. He passed on November 22nd, 1912, was raised and became a member on January 3rd, 1913.
By 1920, the children had moved out, but Grove was still living with them. Grove passed away on December 19th, 1921. The 1923 City Index shows that Merrick is not only working in the stockroom of the RPCo but also owns Smith M.L. & Co, a grocery and provisions store. The store is being run by H.V. Bradbury, who I believe is Merrick's son-in-law through Estella. I haven't had time to validate this theory yet.
By 1926, Merrick is listed as being an employee in the finishing room at RPCo. He and Catherine had moved to a house on Maple Street. The 1930 U.S. Census shows Merrick owning a house at 306 Maple Street, Housantonic, MA. The house is listed as being worth $5,000. Looking at the ariel photo of the area, I think the house is still there.
Merrick passed away on October 3rd, 1934 in Pittsfield, MA. He is buried next his wife in Fairmont Cemetery, Lee, MA.
Sources:
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| Merrick Luther Smith around 1925 |
Birth: June 6th, 1856 in Lee, MA.
Father: Edward B. Smith (1815-1863) S4
Mother: Lydia Edna Kilborne (1814-1898) S5
Married: Catherine Ellen McCann (1861-1955) S3 on October 18th, 1883 in Lee, MA
Children:
Estella L. Smith (1886-1955)
Female Child Smith (1889-1889)
Florence Edna Smith (1892-1937) S1
Death: October 3rd, 1934 in Pittsfield, MA
1856-1880
Merrick Luther Smith was born to Edward B. Smith and Lydia Edna Kilborne on June 6th, 1856 in Lee, MA. He was the 9th of ten children. His father was a paper maker as were many of his siblings. He was living with his parents and his seven surviving siblings in 1860 according to the U.S. census.
His father joined the army during the civil war and died of consumption in Lee, MA on September 3rd, 1863. His oldest brother, Franklin Adelbert Smith also joined up and died in Memphis,TN on July 1st, 1864. He was a Sargent in Company C of the 19th Pennsylvania Calvary. I'll do some research and post about his Civil War experience in another post.
According to the 1865 Massachusetts Census, Merrick was still living with his mother and 6 siblings in Lee, MA. The 1870 U.S. Census shows only four other siblings and his mother living in the house. He is attending school. By 1880, he has left school and is now working with in a paper mill. He is still living with his mother and three of his siblings.
1881-1900
On October 18th, 1883 he married Catherine Ellen McCann (1861-1937) S3 in Lee, MA. She was the daughter of John McCann and Mary Clasby and was born on January 1st, 1861 in Lee, MA. The marriage was conducted by Reverend D. McCartney, pastor of the Methodist Church. Merrick is listed as being a mill operator, likely at a paper mill.
Their first child, Estella L. Smith was born in Lee, MA on August 15th, 1886. Merrick is still listed as a paper maker. By 1889, the family had moved to West Springfield, MA and Merrick is working as a paper maker for the Southworth Co. He continued working there until sometime in 1900. The are living at 73 Front Street, in the Mitteneague neighborhood of West Springfield.
On June 23rd, 1889, they lost a baby daughter in childbirth. Their last daughter, Florence Edna Smith, was born in West Springfield on March 19th, 1892. Merrick's mother passed away on September 10th, 1898 in Lee. His brother, Grove moved in with the family soon after this. Grove seems to have been a grocery store merchant.
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| Calendar Machine |
The 1910 U.S. Census shows the family renting a house on Park Street with a lodger, Margaret Scenlon. He is working as a Calendar Man at a paper mill. the 1920 U.S. Census shows him now working as a foreman for the mill. The 1923 city index lets us know the house was near the corner of Mountain and Park and the paper mill was owned by RPCo. I believe that RPCo stands for the Rising Paper Company which ran the mill across the street from where Merrick lived. The mill still stands today and is currently being run by the Hazen Paper Company. Looking at the maps, it is likely that the house still stands as well.
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| Rising Paper Company, Housantonic, MA |
Merrick was initiated into the Cincinnatus Lodge of the Masons in Great Barrington on October 25th, 1912. He passed on November 22nd, 1912, was raised and became a member on January 3rd, 1913.
By 1920, the children had moved out, but Grove was still living with them. Grove passed away on December 19th, 1921. The 1923 City Index shows that Merrick is not only working in the stockroom of the RPCo but also owns Smith M.L. & Co, a grocery and provisions store. The store is being run by H.V. Bradbury, who I believe is Merrick's son-in-law through Estella. I haven't had time to validate this theory yet.
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| Merrick Luther Smith and Catherine Ellen McCann and eight grand children |
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| 306 Maple Street house |
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| Merrick Luther Smith |
Merrick passed away on October 3rd, 1934 in Pittsfield, MA. He is buried next his wife in Fairmont Cemetery, Lee, MA.
- 1860 United States Federal Census, Year: 1860; Census Place: Lee, Berkshire, Massachusetts; Roll: M653_487; Page: 716; Image: 717; Family History Library Film: 803487
- Massachusetts, State Census, 1865, Household Number 662, Reel Number 2, Volume Number 3
- 1870 United States Federal Census, Database online. Year: 1870; Census Place: Lee, Berkshire, Massachusetts; Roll: M593_; Page: ; Image: .
- 1880 United States Federal Census, Database online. Year: 1880; Census Place: Lee, Berkshire, Massachusetts; Roll: 521; Family History Film: 1254521; Page: 214B; Enumeration District: 051; Image: 0430.
- 1900 United States Federal Census, Year: 1900; Census Place: West Springfield, Hampden, Massachusetts; Roll: 653; Page: 24B; Enumeration District: 0612; FHL microfilm: 1240653
- 1910 United States Federal Census, Database online. Year: 1910; Census Place: Great Barrington, Berkshire, Massachusetts; Roll: T624_572; Page: 3A; Enumeration District: 0036; Image: ; FHL microfilm: 1374585.
- 1920 United States Federal Census, Database online. Year: 1920; Census Place: Great Barrington, Berkshire, Massachusetts; Roll: T625_679; Page: 8A; Enumeration District: 18; Image: 1130.
- 1930 United States Federal Census, Database online. Year: 1930; Census Place: Great Barrington, Berkshire, Massachusetts; Roll: 884; Page: 13A; Enumeration District: 16; Image: 133.0; FHL microfilm: 2340619.
- U.S. City Directories, West Springfield-1889, 1890, 1891, 1900, Springfield, MA-1896, 1897, 1899, 1901, Great Barrington-1923, 1926
- Massachusetts, Birth Records, 1840-1915, Merrick L Smith, June 6th, 1856
- Massachusetts, Marriage Records, 1840-1915, Merrick Smith and Kate McCann, October 18th, 1883
- Massachusetts, Death Index, 1901-1980, Volume Number 70, Page number 357, Index Volume Number 93, Reference Number F63.M363 v.93 1934 - Pittsfield - 70 357
- Massachusetts, Mason Membership Cards, 1733-1990, Name Merrick Luther Smith, Birth Date 6 Jun 1856, Birth Place Lee, Death Date 3 Oct 1934, Last Residence Place Great Barrington, Lodge Cincinnatus, Occupation Paper Maker
- U.S., Find A Grave Index, 1600s-Current, Find a Grave
Monday, October 17, 2016
Testimonial to David Sanders Wright
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| Testimonial in honor of David S. Wright |
Sunday, October 16, 2016
Jane Caroline Reed (1846-1936) W3
Now let's move onto Jane Caroline Reed. In Jane, we start to see a hint of one of the family mysteries. I wont go into detail while describing her life, and wait for the next generation.
Jane Caroline Reed (1846-1936) (W3)
Birth: February 12th, 1846 in Whately, MA
Father: Benjamin Franklin Reed (1819-~1883) (W6)
Mother: Sarah Wheeler Sanders (1823-1918) (W7)
Married: David Joy Wright (1851-1908) (W2) on October 8th, 2878 in Northampton, MA.
Children:
Edward Nims Wright (1884-1947)
David Sanders Wright (1887-1967)(W1)
Death: February 24th, 1918 in Northampton, MA
1846-1870
Jane was born in Whately, MA on February 12th, 1846 to Benjamin Franklin Reed and Sarah Wheeler Sanders. She was the oldest child in the family, followed by Lucy Amy Reed (1848-1918) and Albert David Sanders (1852-1947)
The 1850 U.S. Census shows her living in Whately with her father, mother and sister (Albert had yet to be born). By 1855 they the family had moved in with Jane's Grandparents, David Sanders, Amy Wheeler Sanders, and her Aunt Lucy S. Sanders. A maid, Mary Grace, was also living in the home. She was 24 years old from Ireland. Oddly, Jane's sister does not appear to be living in the house.
In 1860, the family is still living with Jane's Grandparents and aunt. There is s different individual living with them, Sarah Barrett, age 22 from England. , I assumed she was a servant save for one oddity in that she is listed as owning $200 dollars in land and $200 in personal property. Still no sign of Jane's sister Lucy.
Some time after the census was taken in 1860 and before the draft rolls were collected for the Civil War in 1861, Jane's father moved to New York. This is the last we here from him, and he represents the mystery I mentioned at the beginning of this post.
Jane's Grandfather past away in 1864 and by 1865 the remainder of the family had moved to Northampton, MA. This included Jane's mother, grandmother, aunt and brother. The women don't appear to be employed and are listed as being ladies. The have a different servant, Ellen Sulliva, who was from Ireland and 20 years of age. Their living arrangements where similar in 1870 according to the U.S. Census. The only change was that they had a different Irish woman as a servant. Namely Maggie Shannon, age 19.
1871-1900
Jane appears to have continued living with her mother until she got married on October 8th, 1879 to David Sanders Wright at age 33. She and David moved in with David's parents and lived there until David's father died in 1883. At that point, they, including her mother-in-law, moved to 19 West Street. I believe both children where born at this house. The older son, Edward Nims, was born April 3rd, 1884 and the second, David Sanders, was born November 16th, 1887.
Sometime in 1887, the family moved to the 67 West Street address. Her mother was living next door at 59 West Street. Her mother-in-law passed away in 1894. The family remained at 67 West street for the rest of her life. In 1900, they had a live in servant, Nellie Conway from Ireland.
1901-1936
On March 2nd, 1908, her husband past away, leaving her as head of the household with two sons. Her older son, Edward had returned from college and her younger son, David was just about to graduate high school. Soon after this, her mother, aunt, and sister moved in with the family. the 1910 census had them also living with a 19 year old nurse, Viola Thayer. Viola appears to have been born in Massachusetts. Jane is listed as owning the house, but having a mortgage on it.
Later in 1910, her Aunt Lucy passed away. David went off to college and then joined the Army in World War I. Both her mother and sister passed away in 1918. By 1920, according to the 1920 Census, she and Edward were the only ones in the house. She is listed as owning the house wothout having a mortgage.
Latter that year, David S., his wife Florence, and their new daughter moved back to the 67 West Street house. The 1930 Census shows them all living at the house with the addition of 3 more grandchildren. Jane's last grandchild was born that year. Jane is not listed as owning the house, but her son David is shown head of the household as renting the property. My superstition is that they only asked the head of the household the ownership questions and therefore did not ask Jane. It is likely that David was paying rent to his mother.
Jane died on February 24th, 1936 at age 80. I have not gotten a hold of here death certificate yet so don't know what the cause of death was. See is buried along side her husband and son Edward in Bridge Street Cemetery.
Sources:
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| Jane Caroline Wright and son, David Sanders Wright |
Jane Caroline Reed (1846-1936) (W3)
Birth: February 12th, 1846 in Whately, MA
Father: Benjamin Franklin Reed (1819-~1883) (W6)
Mother: Sarah Wheeler Sanders (1823-1918) (W7)
Married: David Joy Wright (1851-1908) (W2) on October 8th, 2878 in Northampton, MA.
Children:
Edward Nims Wright (1884-1947)
David Sanders Wright (1887-1967)(W1)
Death: February 24th, 1918 in Northampton, MA
1846-1870
Jane was born in Whately, MA on February 12th, 1846 to Benjamin Franklin Reed and Sarah Wheeler Sanders. She was the oldest child in the family, followed by Lucy Amy Reed (1848-1918) and Albert David Sanders (1852-1947)
The 1850 U.S. Census shows her living in Whately with her father, mother and sister (Albert had yet to be born). By 1855 they the family had moved in with Jane's Grandparents, David Sanders, Amy Wheeler Sanders, and her Aunt Lucy S. Sanders. A maid, Mary Grace, was also living in the home. She was 24 years old from Ireland. Oddly, Jane's sister does not appear to be living in the house.
In 1860, the family is still living with Jane's Grandparents and aunt. There is s different individual living with them, Sarah Barrett, age 22 from England. , I assumed she was a servant save for one oddity in that she is listed as owning $200 dollars in land and $200 in personal property. Still no sign of Jane's sister Lucy.
Some time after the census was taken in 1860 and before the draft rolls were collected for the Civil War in 1861, Jane's father moved to New York. This is the last we here from him, and he represents the mystery I mentioned at the beginning of this post.
Jane's Grandfather past away in 1864 and by 1865 the remainder of the family had moved to Northampton, MA. This included Jane's mother, grandmother, aunt and brother. The women don't appear to be employed and are listed as being ladies. The have a different servant, Ellen Sulliva, who was from Ireland and 20 years of age. Their living arrangements where similar in 1870 according to the U.S. Census. The only change was that they had a different Irish woman as a servant. Namely Maggie Shannon, age 19.
1871-1900
Jane appears to have continued living with her mother until she got married on October 8th, 1879 to David Sanders Wright at age 33. She and David moved in with David's parents and lived there until David's father died in 1883. At that point, they, including her mother-in-law, moved to 19 West Street. I believe both children where born at this house. The older son, Edward Nims, was born April 3rd, 1884 and the second, David Sanders, was born November 16th, 1887.
Sometime in 1887, the family moved to the 67 West Street address. Her mother was living next door at 59 West Street. Her mother-in-law passed away in 1894. The family remained at 67 West street for the rest of her life. In 1900, they had a live in servant, Nellie Conway from Ireland.
1901-1936
On March 2nd, 1908, her husband past away, leaving her as head of the household with two sons. Her older son, Edward had returned from college and her younger son, David was just about to graduate high school. Soon after this, her mother, aunt, and sister moved in with the family. the 1910 census had them also living with a 19 year old nurse, Viola Thayer. Viola appears to have been born in Massachusetts. Jane is listed as owning the house, but having a mortgage on it.
Later in 1910, her Aunt Lucy passed away. David went off to college and then joined the Army in World War I. Both her mother and sister passed away in 1918. By 1920, according to the 1920 Census, she and Edward were the only ones in the house. She is listed as owning the house wothout having a mortgage.
Latter that year, David S., his wife Florence, and their new daughter moved back to the 67 West Street house. The 1930 Census shows them all living at the house with the addition of 3 more grandchildren. Jane's last grandchild was born that year. Jane is not listed as owning the house, but her son David is shown head of the household as renting the property. My superstition is that they only asked the head of the household the ownership questions and therefore did not ask Jane. It is likely that David was paying rent to his mother.
Jane died on February 24th, 1936 at age 80. I have not gotten a hold of here death certificate yet so don't know what the cause of death was. See is buried along side her husband and son Edward in Bridge Street Cemetery.
Sources:
- 1850 United States Federal Census, Database online. Year: 1850; Census Place: Whately, Franklin, Massachusetts; Roll: M432_316; Page: 68A; Image: .
- Massachusetts, State Census, 1855, Household Number 220, Reel Number 10, Volume Number 14
- 1860 United States Federal Census, Database online. Year: 1860; Census Place: Whately, Franklin, Massachusetts; Roll: ; Page: 226; Image: 230.
- Massachusetts, State Census, 1865, Household Number 1064, Reel Number 14, Volume Number 17
- 1870 United States Federal Census, Year: 1870; Census Place: Northampton, Hampshire, Massachusetts; Roll: M593_621; Page: 398B; Image: 341; Family History Library Film: 552120
- Massachusetts, Marriage Records, 1840-1915
- 1880 United States Federal Census, Database online. Year: 1880; Census Place: Northampton, Hampshire, Massachusetts; Roll: 538; Family History Film: 1254538; Page: 447C; Enumeration District: 347; Image: 0105.
- 1900 United States Federal Census, Database online. Year: 1900; Census Place: Northampton Ward 2, Hampshire, Massachusetts; Roll: T623_31077_4113839; Page: 16B; Enumeration District: 0631; FHL microfilm: 1240654.
- 1910 United States Federal Census, Database online. Year: 1910; Census Place: Northampton Ward 2, Hampshire, Massachusetts; Roll: T624_593; Page: 2B; Enumeration District: 0698; Image: ; FHL microfilm: 1374606.
- 1920 United States Federal Census, Year: 1920; Census Place: Northampton Ward 2, Hampshire, Massachusetts; Roll: T625_705; Page: 10A; Enumeration District: 165; Image: 645
- 1930 United States Federal Census, Database online. Year: 1930; Census Place: Northampton, Hampshire, Massachusetts; Roll: 912; Page: 14B; Enumeration District: 27; Image: 638.0; FHL microfilm: 2340647.
- Massachusetts, Death Index, 1901-1980,Volume Number 69, Page number 86, Index Volume Number 99, Reference Number F63.M363 v.9919 36 - Northampton - 69 86
- Web: Massachusetts, Find A Grave Index, 1620-2013, Find a Grave
David Joy Wright (1851-1908) W2 - Inventory of Estate, my take
In the last post, I transcribed the Inventory of the Estate of David Joy Wright. AS I said, there appears to be a page missing. I think it mostly contained information on David's debts. The letter seems to have been written to Mr. E.E. Woods, Sr. Not really sure what his relationship was to the family, but he may have been their solicitor.
Unfortunately, the version of the document I have does not list the value of the house. Given the comments, it looks like David may have had some heavy outstanding debts including a mortgage on the Homestead. The writer of the letter is recommending that the family sell of some of the land, the animals and the carriages to help pay the debt off.
Some of the insurance policies where transferred to his partner, J.L. Draper. It also appear the David owned him money, but there was a disagreement as the whether any of it had been paid back.
The Ned referenced throughout the document is probably David's son Edward Wright. They also discuss my grandfather David Sanders Wright not being of age, so needing to have someone appointed as his guardian for a month, until David S. turns 18.
The S.W. Reed referenced in one of the notes is David's Mother-in-Law, and the L.S. Sanderson is her sister.
On a final note, the comment that the family had made pets out of some of the horses is definitely a Wright trait!
Saturday, October 15, 2016
David Joy Wright (1851-1908) W2 - Inventory of Estate
So when I was home, I came across an investigation into the affairs of David Joy Wright. I am transcribing it here and will wait until the next point to add some commentary. The writer added page numbers to his letter. This helped me realized that page 2 was missing. I suspect it was more of the inventory of things he owned. If someone comes across the missing page in the future, I'll post it.
3/25/08
Mr. E. E. Wood, Sr.,
Northampton, Mass.
My Dear Sir:-
My limited investigation of the affairs of Mr. David J. Wright, deceased, indicates the following:-
This is where the page was missing.
Reviewing this matter briefly, permit me to say that it is the opinion of Mrs. Wright that it may be well to offer to sell to a lady who occupies the house just south of the Homestead a strip of land the width of the one she is occupying or thereabouts and running through to Belmont Avenue. Some time ago, she approached Mr. Wright, asking a refusal on the property in case it was placed upon the market. If this is done promptly, it may seem to her mind a further inducement to purchase that, in case she buys it, the large barn will be removed from the premises, thus enhancing the value of her property.
The figures on the Mortgage of the Homestead, Interest and Taxes due, I got from Mr. Drury, Treasurer of the Savings Bank. Mrs. Wright is quite confident that Mr. Wright has made small payments from time to time to Mr. Draper on his noted to Mr. Draper but, as we are unable to find any proofs, we will be obliged, I presume, to take Mr. Draper's "say-so" in this matter.
I am informed by Mr. Kneeland that he thinks that there is a small contingent liability on the notes of Bridgeman, Murphy and others that have been discounted at the First National. The note of $90.00, on which Mr. Reed appears as maker, represents a sum that Mrs. Reed owned Mr. Wright and which Mr. Wright borrowed. I suppose the note has been kept alive in hopes that Mr. Wright would ultimately pay it back. This, of course, should be arranged by the ladies interested.
I filled out a petition yesterday, asking the Probate Court to appoint Mrs. Wright administratrix. This position was, as I understand it, complete with the exception of the oath, which Mr. Abbott agreed to administer last evening. The bond, I saw Judge Bassett about yesterday. He said that if Ned would sign the bond with Mr. Charles B. Wright, Mr. Wright's brother, in the amount of $10,000.00 it would be satisfactory to him. This bond has been made out and signed by all the parties but Mr. Charles Wright and has been forwarded to him for his signature. If you will kindly father this matter a little and see that it goes through all right, I shall be greatly obliged.
It is probable that, at the hearing, a temporary guardian will have to be appointed for the younger son, so as to conform to the legal technicalities in the case. David, the younger son, will be of age about the middle of next month.
One thing that I did not go so far into as perhaps I ought, was the question of insurance on the real estate and chattels. The Savings Ban holds two policies of $2,000.00 each covering the house and barn. It struck me that this was ample. I am apprehensive that Mr. Wright has allowed the insurance on the personal property to run out. If so, it may be prudent to place a policy of from $1,500.00 to $2,000.00 covering the live stock, vehicles, furniture etc. I will leave this to your and Mrs. Wright's good judgment.
My suggestion in this matter is that all reasonable expedition be used in settling this estate; that one of the first steps that should be taken is to dispose of the live stock and vehicles, winding up this part of the business with an auction; but, before going far into this matter, Mademoiselle, the French lady, be approached in regard to the purchase of the strip south and in the rear; that the large barn at least should be gotten rid of as best it can; that, as soon as the barn is disposed of, the other lot on the corner in the rear should be offered for sale.
I hope that enough may be realized from the chattels and other property to pay the depts and leave a balance to apply on the mortgage on the Homestead and that, by disposing of the land in the rear, enough may be realized in addition to entirely clear the Mortgage from the Homestead, leaving the house and full frontage clear for Mrs. Wright and the boys. If this can be done, I shall be very grateful.
I presume that Mrs. Wright and the boys will feel very sorry to dispose of some of the live stock, as some of the horses have been made pets of; but I have no doubt that their good judgement will dictate to them that this is the wise course to pursue. I have asked them to follow your judgment in regard to all matters connected with the settling of the estate and relay explicitly on your judgment.
In closing this long and rambling epistle, I wish to thank you most heartily and sincerely for the benevolent interest you have taken in this matter and to say that I appreciate it most highly.
If you have occasion to address me, please send your letters in care of Federal Company, Halsted & Fulton Strs., Chicago, Ill.
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Homestead.----------------------------------------------------------------------
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Meadow Land - two pieces costing approximately $400.00 and $450.00
respectively - estimated value not less than---------------------------------
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500.00
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24-Shares capital stock Northampton Lighting Co., par values $25.00
per share, estimated value-----------------------------------------------------
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840.00
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Aetna Life Insurance policy, collateral with J.L. Draper.-----------------
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Connecticut Mutual. Ditto.----------------------------------------------------
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2,000.00
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New York Life. Ditto. Unable to ascertain the face of this policy.
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Live stock - consisting of eight (8) Horses, two (2) Cows, two (2)
Hogs, lot of Hens, - estimated value not less than-------------------------- |
800.00
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Carriages, Sleighs, Harness etc., estimated value not less than----------
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500.00
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Small strip land in Hadley near Connecticut River Bridge----------------
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Accounts Receivable------------------------------------------------------------
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Notes Receivable----------------------------------------------------------------
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This is where the page was missing.
Note Payable to Thomas Graves.---------------------------------------------
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$1,000.00
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Total-------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Contingent Liabilities on
Contingent Liabilities on
Note S.W. Reed and L.S. Sanderson at First National Bank,
Northampton, due December 30th, 1907.----------------------------------- |
90.00
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Note D.S. Bridgeman, due April 2nd, 1908---------------------------------
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30.00
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Note Cornelius Murphy, due Feb. 16th, 1908------------------------------
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111.75
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Note Fred T. Bardwell, due Feb. 25th, '08.---------------------------------
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85.00
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Note John C. Field, due May 8th, 1908-------------------------------------
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57.50
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Note of H. C. & W.E. Kellogg, due July 9th, 1908. Other
endorsers being F.L. Stone, J.H. Duffy and G.E. Smith.------------------ |
100.00
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Reviewing this matter briefly, permit me to say that it is the opinion of Mrs. Wright that it may be well to offer to sell to a lady who occupies the house just south of the Homestead a strip of land the width of the one she is occupying or thereabouts and running through to Belmont Avenue. Some time ago, she approached Mr. Wright, asking a refusal on the property in case it was placed upon the market. If this is done promptly, it may seem to her mind a further inducement to purchase that, in case she buys it, the large barn will be removed from the premises, thus enhancing the value of her property.
I know nothing about the value of meadow land except from what I learn from Ned. He knows about what was paid for it.
The value of the gas stock was found on a figure made by E.H. Banister on the 23rd, when he advised me that he would give $1.40 for the stock. It seems quite mysterious that Mr. Wright has not realized on his gas stock and as the certificate on this stock has not been found, it leads me to feel that we shall find that it is in other hands, pledged for debt. It will probably develop later whether this is true or not.
I understand that the Aetna Life Insurance policy and the Connecticut Mutual are in Mr. Draper's strong box at the Northampton National Bank; that Mr. Draper has been written for a Power of Attorney so the so that proof of death may be completed; that Mr. Pierce, representing the Aetha, and Mr. Walker, representing the Connecticut Mutual, have been notified.
I do not know where the New York Life policy is but understand that it is also pledged as collateral with Mr. Draper. Mr. Mandell, at my request on Saturday last, wrote to the Boston office, notifying them of the death of Mr. Wright and asking for blanks for proof of death. He agreed to follow this matter up. We think that the amount of the policy $500.00, as the amount of the premium paid has been about $14.00.
The book accounts are, perhaps, the most uncertain assets in the estate. Books do not seem to have been accurately kept. It is probable that a great majority of them that still show a balance have been paid. Ned had drawn off a part of them the day I left that showed several thousand dollars. I presume, however, that before we get through, we will be able to collect a few hundred dollars from the book accounts.
The figures on the Mortgage of the Homestead, Interest and Taxes due, I got from Mr. Drury, Treasurer of the Savings Bank. Mrs. Wright is quite confident that Mr. Wright has made small payments from time to time to Mr. Draper on his noted to Mr. Draper but, as we are unable to find any proofs, we will be obliged, I presume, to take Mr. Draper's "say-so" in this matter.
I am informed by Mr. Kneeland that he thinks that there is a small contingent liability on the notes of Bridgeman, Murphy and others that have been discounted at the First National. The note of $90.00, on which Mr. Reed appears as maker, represents a sum that Mrs. Reed owned Mr. Wright and which Mr. Wright borrowed. I suppose the note has been kept alive in hopes that Mr. Wright would ultimately pay it back. This, of course, should be arranged by the ladies interested.
I filled out a petition yesterday, asking the Probate Court to appoint Mrs. Wright administratrix. This position was, as I understand it, complete with the exception of the oath, which Mr. Abbott agreed to administer last evening. The bond, I saw Judge Bassett about yesterday. He said that if Ned would sign the bond with Mr. Charles B. Wright, Mr. Wright's brother, in the amount of $10,000.00 it would be satisfactory to him. This bond has been made out and signed by all the parties but Mr. Charles Wright and has been forwarded to him for his signature. If you will kindly father this matter a little and see that it goes through all right, I shall be greatly obliged.
It is probable that, at the hearing, a temporary guardian will have to be appointed for the younger son, so as to conform to the legal technicalities in the case. David, the younger son, will be of age about the middle of next month.
One thing that I did not go so far into as perhaps I ought, was the question of insurance on the real estate and chattels. The Savings Ban holds two policies of $2,000.00 each covering the house and barn. It struck me that this was ample. I am apprehensive that Mr. Wright has allowed the insurance on the personal property to run out. If so, it may be prudent to place a policy of from $1,500.00 to $2,000.00 covering the live stock, vehicles, furniture etc. I will leave this to your and Mrs. Wright's good judgment.
My suggestion in this matter is that all reasonable expedition be used in settling this estate; that one of the first steps that should be taken is to dispose of the live stock and vehicles, winding up this part of the business with an auction; but, before going far into this matter, Mademoiselle, the French lady, be approached in regard to the purchase of the strip south and in the rear; that the large barn at least should be gotten rid of as best it can; that, as soon as the barn is disposed of, the other lot on the corner in the rear should be offered for sale.
I hope that enough may be realized from the chattels and other property to pay the depts and leave a balance to apply on the mortgage on the Homestead and that, by disposing of the land in the rear, enough may be realized in addition to entirely clear the Mortgage from the Homestead, leaving the house and full frontage clear for Mrs. Wright and the boys. If this can be done, I shall be very grateful.
I presume that Mrs. Wright and the boys will feel very sorry to dispose of some of the live stock, as some of the horses have been made pets of; but I have no doubt that their good judgement will dictate to them that this is the wise course to pursue. I have asked them to follow your judgment in regard to all matters connected with the settling of the estate and relay explicitly on your judgment.
In closing this long and rambling epistle, I wish to thank you most heartily and sincerely for the benevolent interest you have taken in this matter and to say that I appreciate it most highly.
If you have occasion to address me, please send your letters in care of Federal Company, Halsted & Fulton Strs., Chicago, Ill.
Yours sincerely,
P.S.
I herewith enclose a list of Wright's indebtedness at the First National, given me by them, and the statement handed me by Mr. Mandell. I neglected to say that Mr. Mandell has a bill of sale on certain vehicles, amounting to $410.00. I think this is merely a memorandum given him by Mr. Wright as a precautionary measure and amounts to nothing in fact.
Friday, October 14, 2016
David Joy Wright (1851-1908) W2
So here is some information on my Grant Grandfather David Joy Wright. Back in February I posted his obituary so some of this wont be new.
David Joy Wright (1851-1908) (W2)
Birth: February 9th, 1851 in Northampton, MA
Father: Asa Wright (1819-1883) (W4)
Mother: Harriet Clark (1822-1894) (W5)
Married: Jane Caroline Reed (1846-1936) (W3) on October 8th, 1878 in Northampton, MA.
Children:
Edward Nims Wright (1884-1947)
David Sanders Wright (1887-1967)(W1)
Death: March 2nd, 1908 in Northampton, MA
1851-1870
David Joy Wright was born to Asa Wright and Harriet Clark on February 9th, 1951 in Northampton, MA. David was the second child, though his older brother Francis Clark Wright had died of congestion of the brain before he reached a year of age (April 15th, 1849-April 5th, 1850). Asa was a farmer and own land in Northampton. David's younger brother, Charles Blake Wright was born on June 27th, 1855. The 1855 Massachusetts Census shows them all living together but unfortunately does not give an address.
According to the 1860 United States Census, they where all living together and both David and Charles were attending school. Fortunately, David was to young to participated in the Civil War and his father seemed to stay home to support the family.
The 1865 Massachusetts Census shows that at age 15, David had moved out of the house and is working as a laborer on the farm of Martin L. Clark. I don't know if there is any relation between Martin and David's mother but suspect them to be cousins. I suppose that David could have been bond out to learn framing tricks from someone out.
In 1970, based on the United States Census, he had moved back in with his family and was working as a farm laborer, presumably for his father.
1871-1890
The 1873 County Land Ownership Map shows where Asa's house was:
David married Jane Caroline Reed on October 8th, 1879 in Northampton, MA. Jane was the daughter of Benjamin Franklin Reed and Sarah Wheeler Sanders and was born on February 12th, 1846 in Whately, MA. On the marriage license, David is age 29 and listed as being a merchant. Jane, listed as Jennie, is older at age 34. The officiant was Gordon Hall.
Based on the 1880 United States Census, David and Jane moved in with David's parents. On May 11th, 1883 his father, Asa, passes away. Either before that or soon after David and Jane moved out and started living at 19 West Street. His business, listed as agricultural tools and grocer is at 36 Main St.
David and Jane's first child, Edward Nims Wright, was born April 3rd, 1884. David Sanders Wright (W1) was born November 16th, 1887. Both were born in Northampton.
1891-1908
The family moved at some point between 1887 and 1891 as the 1891 city directory has them living at 67 West St. and David's store at 56 Main St.
David was involved with the Edwards Church at the corner of Main and State Streets. in 1893 he was listed as the church librarian and sat of the Committee of the Parish. Interestingly, an individual named Edward B. Nims. This is likely who they named their first child after. Therefore they must have known him since before 1884.
We know based on his obituary that he was also active in the community, including acting as the treasurer of the Hampshire, Franklin and Hampden Agricultural Society. I've seen some books that list the makeup of some of the composts he tested. I'll try and post these at some point.
The family is still living at 67 West Street in the 1900 United States Census. the have a live in servant, Nallia Conway, age 20 from Ireland. The census states that David can read, write and speak English. He owns the house, but has a mortgage. This was likely take to fund his business.
In 1902, he moved the store to 62 Main St. in the city directory, it is listed as a seed store.
David passed away on March 2nd, 1908 in his home. The death certificate list Heart Disease secondary to repeated attacks of rheumatism. It also states that he had been suffering from acute rheumatism for the previous month. He was listed as being a merchant and auctioneer. He was buried in the Bridge Street Cemetery on March 4th, 1908.
There are a few interesting points that I might research. Why did he move in with and work as farm laborer for Martin L. Clark? Who was Edward B. Nims and what was his relationship to the family? For now, it will have to wait. The next post will include a transcription of document investigating David Joy Wright's estate.
Sources:
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| David Joy Wright and Family |
Birth: February 9th, 1851 in Northampton, MA
Father: Asa Wright (1819-1883) (W4)
Mother: Harriet Clark (1822-1894) (W5)
Married: Jane Caroline Reed (1846-1936) (W3) on October 8th, 1878 in Northampton, MA.
Children:
Edward Nims Wright (1884-1947)
David Sanders Wright (1887-1967)(W1)
Death: March 2nd, 1908 in Northampton, MA
1851-1870
David Joy Wright was born to Asa Wright and Harriet Clark on February 9th, 1951 in Northampton, MA. David was the second child, though his older brother Francis Clark Wright had died of congestion of the brain before he reached a year of age (April 15th, 1849-April 5th, 1850). Asa was a farmer and own land in Northampton. David's younger brother, Charles Blake Wright was born on June 27th, 1855. The 1855 Massachusetts Census shows them all living together but unfortunately does not give an address.
According to the 1860 United States Census, they where all living together and both David and Charles were attending school. Fortunately, David was to young to participated in the Civil War and his father seemed to stay home to support the family.
The 1865 Massachusetts Census shows that at age 15, David had moved out of the house and is working as a laborer on the farm of Martin L. Clark. I don't know if there is any relation between Martin and David's mother but suspect them to be cousins. I suppose that David could have been bond out to learn framing tricks from someone out.
In 1970, based on the United States Census, he had moved back in with his family and was working as a farm laborer, presumably for his father.
1871-1890
The 1873 County Land Ownership Map shows where Asa's house was:
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| 1873 Land Ownership Map of Northampton |
David married Jane Caroline Reed on October 8th, 1879 in Northampton, MA. Jane was the daughter of Benjamin Franklin Reed and Sarah Wheeler Sanders and was born on February 12th, 1846 in Whately, MA. On the marriage license, David is age 29 and listed as being a merchant. Jane, listed as Jennie, is older at age 34. The officiant was Gordon Hall.
Based on the 1880 United States Census, David and Jane moved in with David's parents. On May 11th, 1883 his father, Asa, passes away. Either before that or soon after David and Jane moved out and started living at 19 West Street. His business, listed as agricultural tools and grocer is at 36 Main St.
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| D.J. Wright Storefront |
1891-1908
The family moved at some point between 1887 and 1891 as the 1891 city directory has them living at 67 West St. and David's store at 56 Main St.
David was involved with the Edwards Church at the corner of Main and State Streets. in 1893 he was listed as the church librarian and sat of the Committee of the Parish. Interestingly, an individual named Edward B. Nims. This is likely who they named their first child after. Therefore they must have known him since before 1884.
We know based on his obituary that he was also active in the community, including acting as the treasurer of the Hampshire, Franklin and Hampden Agricultural Society. I've seen some books that list the makeup of some of the composts he tested. I'll try and post these at some point.
The family is still living at 67 West Street in the 1900 United States Census. the have a live in servant, Nallia Conway, age 20 from Ireland. The census states that David can read, write and speak English. He owns the house, but has a mortgage. This was likely take to fund his business.
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| Some of David Joy Wright's horses |
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| David Joy Wright and some of his carriages |
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| 67 West Street with some of the horses and carriages |
David passed away on March 2nd, 1908 in his home. The death certificate list Heart Disease secondary to repeated attacks of rheumatism. It also states that he had been suffering from acute rheumatism for the previous month. He was listed as being a merchant and auctioneer. He was buried in the Bridge Street Cemetery on March 4th, 1908.
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| David Joy Wright's grave in Bridge Street Cemetery |
Sources:
- U.S. City Directories, 1821-1989, Northampton, MA-1883, 1884, 1885, 1891, 1893, 1898, 1901, 1902, 1903
- Ancestry.com. Massachusetts, Birth Records, 1840-1915 [database on-line]. Provo, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., 2013.
- Massachusetts, Town and Vital Records, 1620-1988, Record for David J Wright
- Massachusetts, Death Records, 1841-1915, Record for David J Wright
- Massachusetts, Marriage Records, 1840-1915, Record for David J Wright and Jane Caroline Reed
- Historical Newspapers, Birth, Marriage, & Death Announcements, 1851-2003, search.ancestry.com/cgi-bin/sse.dll?db=proquestnews&h=152731 9&ti=0&indiv=try&gss=pt
- Massachusetts, State Census, 1855, Household Number 863, Reel Number 13, Volume Number 18
- Massachusetts, State Census, 1865, Household Number 907, Reel Number 14, Volume Number 17
- 1860 United States Federal Census, Database online. Year: 1860; Census Place: Northampton, Hampshire, Massachusetts; Roll: ; Page: 886; Image: 892.
- 1870 United States Federal Census, Year: 1870; Census Place: Northampton, Hampshire, Massachusetts; Roll: M593_621; Page: 390B; Image: 325; Family History Library Film: 552120
- 1880 United States Federal Census, Database online. Year: 1880; Census Place: Northampton, Hampshire, Massachusetts; Roll: 538; Family History Film: 1254538; Page: 447C; Enumeration District: 347; Image: 0105.
- 1900 United States Federal Census, Database online. Year: 1900; Census Place: Northampton Ward 2, Hampshire, Massachusetts; Roll: T623_31077_4113839; Page: 16B; Enumeration District: 0631; FHL microfilm: 1240654.
- Web: Massachusetts, Find A Grave Index, 1620-2013, Find a Grave
Thursday, October 13, 2016
Starting on the next genertion
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| David Sanders Wright's Bible |
When I was home the other week I got access to a lot of family documents and heirlooms. These included many of my grandmother Florence Edna Smith's school writings, pages to a book my Great Uncle Edward Wright was writing and the journal my father keep on many of his canoeing trips. I'll work on transcribing these and posting them but for now I thought I would start putting up information about the next generation of Wrights and Smiths. Over the next week or so, I'll create biographies of David Joy Wright, Jane Caroline Reed, Merrick Smith and Catherine McCann as well as some others of that generation.
Once I've gotten these out there, I'll work on these generations for the Putnams and Connellys.
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| Inscription inside David Sanders Wright's Bible |
Wednesday, October 12, 2016
Ervin Earl Putnam's World War I Diary July-August 1919
This post represents the last set of entries in Ervin Earl's World War II Diary. In researching this, I have found a few photo that I still need to scan and add. When I get the chance I will post them as well.
- Saturday July 12th, 1919:
- Received orders to go to Brest + and then home. Leave tomorrow at 8 p.m. from Gare Montparnasse Arrived in Brest at 12-30 p.m. Monday. Took a truck out to Portanenzen Camp Some different from last year, Double deck bunks again with chicken wire.
- Tuesday July 15th, 1919:
- Moved out to another camp
- Got classified and Inspected. put in Casual Co. 27. Moved to another camp same day same old stuff. A casuals life is hell.
- Thursday July 17th, 1919:
- had inspection + bath got orders to move down to the docks in the morning. Orders changed Only 30 men to go Thank God. I’m one of the lucky ones.
- Friday July 18th, 1919:
- 6 a.m. all packed ready to move out at 7 a.m. Brest Casual Co: #2791 18th Hiked down to dock at 7 O’clock waited around till 3 in the afternoon. The rest of the bunch comes down in trucks and go aboard the same boat with us. Holland Line ships “Zeelandia”. Takes 12 or 13 days to make the trip. oh-la-la!!
- Sunday July 20th, 1919:
- Fair Weather still continues. everything going fine. Struck first detail today. Passed three ships.
- Monday July 21st, 1919:
- Foggy in the a.m. Cleared up fine. Passed one sail boat.
- Tuesday July 22nd, 1919:
- Getting a little rough. Seas came over forward deck all day and night. Got two or three shower baths and lost my dinner by being filled up with salt water. Passed a square rigged sailor with 21 sails set. Some boat.
- Wednesday July 23rd, 1919:
- A few rollers left but cleared up fine.
- Thursday July 24th, 1919:
- Rough all day with a little rain. just making headway most of the time.
- Friday July 25th, 1919:
- Everybody lined up for shower bath same time no soap and salt water
- Saturday July 26th, 1919:
- Clear + fine been in Gulf Stream for some time. Slept on deck and got caught in a shower. Never again.
- Sunday July 27th, 1919:
- Clear as usual nothing doing. Saw small octopus in a.m.
- USS Zeelandia 900 miles from N.Y.
- LAND WED. MORNING M-A-Y-B-E !!!
- Will Teague Brenham Texas
- Monday July 28th, 1919:
- Great weather sea is smooth as a looking glass. Passed three 2 stackers
- Tuesday July 29th, 1919:
- 5 A.M. Thunder shower cleared up fine by seven. Good boxing in the evening
- Wednesday July 30th, 1919:
- A little cooler but clear. Fine all day, no land in sight at 8 p.m.
- Thursday July 31st, 1919: NEW YORK, NY
- Sighted land at 2-30 a.m. Breakfast at 4 o'clock. Docked at 8 o'clock. Had a wonderful feed by the Red Cross. Milk, buns ice cream + pie. Took ferry up by Broklyn Bridge and had a great view of the waterfront of New York + Broklyn. Entrained for Camp Mills to get de-"cootied".
- Friday August 1st, 1919:
- Fixing up service records
- Saturday August 2nd, 1919:
- Final physical exam in a.m.
- Tuesday August 5th, 1919:
- Leaft N.Y. for home 10 a.m.
Tuesday, October 11, 2016
Ervin Earl Putnam's World War I Diary Photos of Paris 1919
So, Ervin took a lot of photo's around Paris, but I don't know exactly when so I am just going to post them all here. I'll map them where I can locate them.
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| Murat Castle, Wilson's Home, Paris |
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| Grand Palace Paris |
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| Dirigible over Paris France |
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| Notre Dame |
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| Paris, On Quai D'orsay, Part of the Latin Quarter |
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| Place Concord, Paris 1919 |
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| View from St Germain Paris, 1919 |
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| Champs Elysees Ave, Paris |
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| Champs Elysees Avenue Toward the Arc de Triomphe |
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| Champs Elysees Avenue Toward Palace Concord |
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| Seine River Paris |
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| Day of Boat Races on Seine |
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| Cafe near Barrecks |
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| The Mess Line, Paris France |
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| Barracks, Paris France: Ervin Putnam is second from left at the table |
Monday, October 10, 2016
Ervin Earl Putnam's World War I Diary May-June 1919
As I said in the last post, there are a lot of photos that don't have dates, so I am placing them where I think the fit. There are no entries for May 1919.
Here are some photos from trip to Rheims, France that he took at some point in the Spring of 1919.
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| Ruins of Rheims 1919 |
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| Rheims Trip |
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| German Tank, Rheins |
June 1919
- Tuesday June 3rd, 1919:
- Leaft Paris June 3rd at 2-10 arrived at Lyons 11-30 p.m. stayed all night room 22 f.
- Wednesday June 4th, 1919:
- Caught train at 7-10 for Aiz les Bains. Arriving at 11 a.m. Leaft Aix at 2 p.m. for Chamberry + Les Eschelles had a blow out on the way. Wonderful scenery all taking the "route des alps." Engine running poorly. Got to Lyons at 6 o'clock. stayed all night.
- Thursday June 5th, 1919:
- Started at nine taking till eleven to find our way out. Stopped for Dinner at Roanne supper at Moulins. Engine stopped for want of gas 35 kilos from Nevers. Stayed in the ditch that night.
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| On road to Fontainebleau 1919 |
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| On road to Fontainebleau |
- Friday June 6th, 1919
- Took out the gas line and changed it along with the carbuetor everything in running order at 7 a.m. arrived at Nevers at 11 got an extra tire, fixed a leak in the gas line and had dinner. Everything going good till we had a blow out just north of Cosni fixed it in record time. Another blow out overtakes us. Taking two hours and a half to fix it. Arrived in Fortainbleau at 11 p.m. 59 kilos ran Paris made the distance in 2 1/2 hours going some with no lights. trip over 700 kilometer
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| Some Grouch |
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| Fontainbleau |
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| American Cemetery, "Beleau town" |
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