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Medford Historical Society Papers, Volume 1., chapter 1 (search)
here in church and state all were equal. We must not forget, moreover, that Medford was small and poor and insignificant, enveloped literally and overshadowed by school for reading and writing, it was not till twenty-seven years later that Medford made any move to establish such a school. Lying so near Boston, we may feel cs scholars in addition thereto. Of the character and personality of these two Medford schoolmasters nothing whatever has come down to us, so far as I have been ablerom this time forward to the present day we may safely conclude, I think, that Medford has rarely been without its public winter school. Town meetings in which the t January, I am inclined to think the building was erected. From about 1736 Medford seems to have had what may be called an annual school—that is, for seven or eis name was dated March 6, 1775, signed by Richard Hall, Town Clerk. Thus early it would seem the people of Medford were beginning to dream of complete independence
Medford Historical Society Papers, Volume 1., Medford Historical Society. (search)
Medford Historical Society. the Medford Historical Society was incorporated under Massachusetts laws, May 22, 1896. The incorporators were Wm. Cushing Wait, Will C. Eddy, Lorin L. Dame, Mrs. Louise G. DeLong, Miss Helen T. Wild, Miss Eliza rles H. Loomis. The objects of the Society are to collect, preserve, and disseminate the local and general history of Medford and the genealogy of Medford families; to make antiquarian collections; to collect books of general history, genealogy, Medford families; to make antiquarian collections; to collect books of general history, genealogy, and biography; and to prepare, or cause to be prepared, from time to time such papers and records relating to these subjects as maybe of general interest to the members. Medford is one of the ancient and honorable communities of the country. FouMedford is one of the ancient and honorable communities of the country. Founded in 1630, its municipal life has been patriotic, dignified, and law-abiding, while the family history of many of its citizens is filled with facts and experiences relating to ye early tymes, which have an irresistible charm for all those who ven
Medford Historical Society Papers, Volume 1., Reminders. (search)
Reminders. Medford was settled in 1630 by followers of John Winthrop. Enjoyed in her early years the patronage of Matthew Cradock. During the Revolution her soldiers fought under Washington. Favored in 1824 with a visit from the noble Lafayette. On to Lexington through Medford rode gallant Paul Revere. Recalls Medford rode gallant Paul Revere. Recalls with pride the patriotic deeds of Sarah Bradlee Fulton. Devoted to the memory of her greatest son, John Brooks. Her history is replete with interest; her record is honorable. Into the Civil War she sent 769 Union soldiers. She has ever been foremost in the cause of education. The Keels of Medford-built ships have plod in August, 1855. City charter adopted 1892; City Government organized January, 1893. In natural beauties of woods and hills is well favored. Enjoys the distinction of being a city of homes. That because when every one does something much is accomplished You should develop and cherish an interest in Medford history.
Medford Historical Society Papers, Volume 1., Medford Historical Society. (search)
Medford Historical Society. Officer. President. William Cushing Wait. Vice-Presidents. Will C. Eddy, Lorin L. Dame, Benj. P. Hollis, Mrs. H. C. Delong. Recording secretary. Helen T. Wild. Corresponding secretary. Eliza M. Gill. Treasurer. Charles H. Loomis. Librarian and Curator. Mary E. Sargent. Standing committees. Membership. Benj. P. Hollis, Benj. F. Morrison, Dr. J. E. Cleaves, Dr. R. J. P. Goodwin, Miss Fannie E. Bemis. Publication. R. B. Lawrence, Will C. Eddy, Walter H. Cushing, Dr. R. J. P. Goodwin, Charles H. Loomis. Papers and Addresses. David H. Brown, Charles N. Jones, George E. Davenport, John Ward Dean, Charles H. Morss. Historic Sites. L. L. Dame, Miss E. L. Burbank, will C. Eddy, Walter H. Cushing. Genealogy. Allston P. Joyce, Miss E. A. Black, Miss E. S. Hinckley, Charles E. Larkin, David H. Brown. Heraldry. Benj. P. Hollis, J. Edson young, F. H. C. Woolley,
Medford Historical Society Papers, Volume 1., The Medford blacksmith of 1775. (search)
The Medford blacksmith of 1775. by R. J. P. Goodwin, M. D. one of the early settlers in Medford, about 1770, was Harry Bond, who came here from Londonderry, New Hampshire, to follow the occupatMedford, about 1770, was Harry Bond, who came here from Londonderry, New Hampshire, to follow the occupation of a blacksmith. He was the grandson of John Bond, of Scotch-Irish ancestry, who took an active part in the siege of Londonderry, 1689. Harry was tall, robust, and of large frame, a characteror to June 16, 1775, farmers from Woburn, Billerica, Burlington, and Bedford had passed through Medford over the turnpike on their way to Charlestown neck, where they congregated at the old tavern loces. The slaves at the Royall House, true to their instinct of freedom, kept the patriots of Medford informed of every movement made at their home. The hot blood of Harry Bond, which he had inhl stands. The slave quarters are there, but their sable occupants have long since departed. Medford sent many of its noble sons to the Revolutionary Army, and to the War of the Rebellion she gave
Medford Historical Society Papers, Volume 1., Sarah Bradlee Fulton Chapter, D. A. R. (search)
memory and the spirit of the men and women who achieved American Independence. To promote, as an object of primary importance, institutions for the general diffusion of knowledge. To cherish, maintain, and extend the institutions of American freedom, to foster true patriotism and love of country, and to aid in securing for mankind all the blessings of liberty. The chapter was named in honor of Sarah Bradlee Fulton, one of the most heroic women of the Revolution, and a resident of Medford from 1772 to the time of her death in 1835. The chapter started under auspicious circumstances, and holds a warm place in the consideration of our citizens. Its relation to the Medford Historical Society is most happy, the work of the two organizations being along similar lines. Our meetings are held in the Historical Rooms. The special work of the past year has been the locating, and decorating on Memorial Day, the graves of Revolutionary soldiers. Our present membership is th
Medford Historical Society Papers, Volume 1., The importance of Preserving early history. (search)
of historical material. I assume that the Medford Society is designed primarily for the collection and preservation of Medford history, of which few towns have one more creditable. No one who has not undertaken to write the history of his own tns of roads,—public or private, —of bridges and of private estates. These last are of special interest. The history of Medford is largely the history of her eminent men, whose lives have contributed so much to the making of her history; and perhapresent owner awaits the preparation of such a repository. Now with regard to manuscripts. Doubtless many families in Medford have family papers of great historical value, which they would decline to part with, preferring to hand them down througThe above cases are by no means isolated; on the contrary, they have been very common. I will only add that doubtless Medford, like every ancient town, possesses many intelligent men and women who are competent to recall, investigate, and set dow
Medford Historical Society Papers, Volume 1., Historic Sites. (search)
istoric Sites has taken permanent form in three tablets already placed, with the subject-matter for several others well under way. Those placed are as follows: built by Gov. Matthew Cradock, 1634. Cradock House, Riverside avenue. the aqueduct by which the Middlesex canal crossed the Mystic river Rested upon the identical Abutments and piers which now support this bridge. Boston-avenue bridge over Mystic river. here stood, 1727-1770, the second meeting House of Medford. Rev. Ebenezer Turrell. South side of High street, near meeting House Brook. This work has been, of necessity, slow. Not only have the records of Medford been examined very closely, but the records at East Cambridge and Boston. Tablets are under way to mark the site of the First Church, one for the Royall House, old Wade House, and many other historic spots. It is hoped by the committee to make this work thorough and complete with the gift of the funds from the late Town Improvement Society.
Medford Historical Society Papers, Volume 1., Literal copy of Births, deaths, and Marriages in Medford from earliest records. (search)
Literal copy of Births, deaths, and Marriages in Medford from earliest records. Compiled by Miss Ella S. Hinckley. 25: day of february 1676 Goodman Tufts his daughter Anna was borne 27: day of January 1678 Goodman Tufts his son peter was borne Mr: Natt: Wade his son Nathl was Borne 13: July 1673 his filter Mercy was Borne 19: of September 1678 14: January 1679 Daniell woodward & Elizabeth Dana was married then 8: May: 78 Jno: whitmore his Son ffrancis & daughter Abigail was borne 31: March 78/79 Jno Hall his daughter Sarah was borne 30: January 1680/81 petter Tuft his daughter Mary was borne 22: Aprill 1681 Daniell woodward his daughter elizabeth was borne 16: November 81 Jno: Hall his son Thomas was borne 4: January 6183/84 Jno: Hall his son william died Daniell woodward his daughter Mary was born 15: aprill 1683 John Hall his sone Jonathan was born 28 September 1677 October 19: 1673 Thomas Willis his daughter Elizibeth was Borne Aprill 9: 1
Medford Historical Society Papers, Volume 1., Notes. (search)
manent loan from Mr. M. E. Chandler, of Maiden. the Publication Committee regrets that it will not be able to give to the readers of the register the admirable papers read before the Society by Rev. Henry C. DeLong, on the Early Ministers of Medford, and by Rev. C. A. Staples, of Lexington, on the Hancock Clark House, or the interesting address of Mr. Sylvester Baxter, of Malden, on the Metropolitan Park System. the Society would gratefully receive as gifts or loans books or articles of , of Malden, on the Metropolitan Park System. the Society would gratefully receive as gifts or loans books or articles of historic interest and value. Memberships in the Society are cordially invited. the Publication Committee makes its appreciative acknowledgments to Hon. Mellen Chamberlain for his paper on The Importance of preserving Early History, written for this number of the register. Joel Goldthwait & Co., Carpets, 169 Washington Street, Boston. Goods delivered in Medford.
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