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At the Commencement of the Twentieth Century

fRotable jfeatures of Untcrcst OLD LANDMARKS AND FAMOUS PLACES — THE WHALING INDUSTRY — EARLY '^ COMMERCE— A FINE MILITARY AND NAVAL RECORD — HOMES — BEAUTIFUL SCENERY — PARKS AND OUTING SPOTS — CHURCHES AND SCHOOLS— HOTELS — TRANSIT SYSTEMS — MANUFACTORIES AND BUSINESS HOUSES — ADVANTAGES AS A COMMERCIAL, MANUFACTURING AND RESIDENTIAL CENTER ILLUSTRATED

With Views ot tlie City and Its Environs and Portraits of Some of the Representative Men ot the Past and Present * NEW LONDON, CONNECTICUT PUBLISHED BY THE AMERICAN BOOK EXCHANGE 1901

Printed by The Journal of Commerce Company, Providence, R. I.

Copyrighted, 1901, by The American Book Exchange, Hartford, Connecticut. O PQ < X w K H O o Q Z o z o

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THE GREAT RAILROAD DRAWBRIDGE SPANNING THE RIVER THAMES.

The Drawbridge Across the River Thames. Between Groton and New London, is Just North of the City,

and is One of the Largest Bridges of Liiie Character in the World.

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New Lon- cade it will probably be from eight to ten. don is one of "Picturesque New London and its

the 111 est ro- Environs"' presents in acceptable style mantic and the claims of the city and its neighbors pleasing to the favorable consideration of home cities on the seekers and progressive business enter- New Eng- prises. No point of interest has lieen land coast. neglected in either text or illustration Its location is that will help to give a correct im- line, and its pression of life hereabout. harbor mag- The thanks of the public and of the nificent. Its publishers are due to Messrs. Eugene JOHN WINTHROP, liistoiy is a L. Bailey, Charles E. Pratt, F. C. Founder and Governor. fascinating Washburn and F. L. Kenyon, of New story, and it London, and to George E. Tingley, of is one of the most delightful of sum- Mystic, Connecticut, photographers, mer resorts. and to .lohn McGinley, President of The manufacturing establishments the New London Board of Trade, for in the city are doing a large and profit- courteous and able assistance in pub- able business, imparting vitality and lisliing the work. strencfth to the conimunitv, adding to Without the aid of the business its wealth and fame. With the impetus men and the liberal suliscriptions re- given to all business, and to local and ceived for books and illustrations, so foreign commerce especially, by the large and creditable a publication present policy of the government at could not have been made. We thank Washington, the increase in population the public-spirited citizens sincerely during the last ten years has been for their faith and support. about four thousand — in the next de- The Publishers.

Errata ; Page 10, Old Nathan Hale School Building has been removed to Ye Antientest Buriall Ground, and restored to its original style of architecture. Page 43. first date in title shonhl read 1773; not 1873. On page 46, tlie name Rev. EdwaVd Brown, should read Rev. Edward W. Bacon. Page 58, Charles F. Ednej^, formerly mana'.;er for F A. Rogers & Co., is now proprietor of the brokerage business in the offices previ- ously occupied by the Rogers Co. Pages 89 and 97, the name James H.'Newcomb, should read James Newcomb.

2014937 M. WILSON DART,

Present Mayor of New London. AUGUSTUS BRANDEGEE. ROBERT COIT. CYRUS G. BECKWITH. RALPH WHEELER. GEORGE F. TL\KER

EX-MAYORS OF NEW LONDON.

5 GEORGE E. STARR. jameS L. IOHNSTON. THOMAS M. WALLER. HIRAM WILLYS. h. S. WILLIANLS.

EX-MAYORS OF NEW LONDON.

C VIEW AT BROAD AND HUNTINGTON STREETS.

At the Left of the Engraving is the Residence of Walter Learned. Broad Street, and at the Right, at the Junction of Broad and Huntington Streets. " Mount Vernon." Residence of Elisha S. Palmer. Contents.

CHAPTER I — The Old New London — Sketch of New London From the Early Days to the Present — Story of a Famous Shipping Port of the Ohien Times — Golden Epoch of the Whalinp: Days — How the Old Town Displayed Her Patriotism in the War for Independence — The Bright Record of Her Sons in All the Nation's Wars 9-"J(> CHAPTER II — New Loni>on of To-Dav — Advantages of Location as a Port and Railroad Center — New London Harbor — General and Local Transportation Lines— Revival of Shipbuilding Interests 27-32

CHAPTER III — New London of To-Dav -New London's First Educational Bequest— More Recent Endowments — Brief Sketch of the Public School System of To-Day — Its Etlicacy and Evolution — Introduction of New and Beneficial Features — Modern School Buildings — Special Incentives to Pupils- The Churches of a Community Indicative of Its Moral Tone — Outline of the History of the Oldest Keliffioiis Society in the City — Reference to Other Churches and Sacred Organizations — Some Eminent Divines Who Have Been Identified With New London — Portraits of the Present Pastors — The City's Fine Church Edifices 33-4i> CHAPTER IV — New London of To-Dav — Financial Institutions — Savings and National Banks — Bankers and Brokers — Postal, Telegraph, and Telephone Facilities 51-58 CHAPTER V — New London of To-Day — The Manufactories of New London — Manufacturers Whose Ability, Courage, and Industry Have Aided in Building Up and Maintaining the City of To-Day 59-72 CHAPTER VI — New London of To-Day — City Government — The New London Board of Trade — Distinguished Men of the Fast and Present — The New London Press 73-82 CHAPTER VII — New London of To-Day — Some Elegant and Substantial Residences of the City and its Suburbs — Public Parks and Outing Spots — Places of Amusement 83-95 CHAPTER VIII — New London of To-Day — Some Fine Residences on Main, Huntington, Jay, Franklin and Blackball Streets, Ocean, and Other Avenues — The Pequot Colony — Recrea- tions and Amusements 97-107 CHAPTER IX — New L()ND0n of To-Day — Commercial Interests — New London as a Trade Center — Building Activity — Mercantile Enterprise — Principal Business Men and Promi- nent Concerns 109-122 CHAPTER X — Principal Business Streets of New London — The City's Bright Commercial Outlook — Commercial and Mercantile Progress — Enterprising Concerns 123-132 CHAPTER XI— Favorable Trade Influences — A Popular Summer Resort and Successful Com- mercial Center— Principal Hotels —Some Progressive Business Enterprises 133-144 CHAPTER XII — Historic Gr()T<)n — Revolutionary Interest — Ruins of Fort Griswold and the Spot Where Ledyard Fell -The Groton Monument and Monument House — Note

Commercial Life of Mystic , 173-I8& CHAPTER XVI — Waterford, South — Jordan Village — Oswegatchie — Millstone— Pleasure Beach — East Lyme and Niantic —Crescent Beach — Blackball— Lyme— Saybrook Junction— The ' Connecticut Valley to Middletown and Hartford . , . . 187-192. h

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H CO THE SHAW-PERKINS MANSION-BANK STREET.

BUILT IN 1755. BY THE ARCADIANS. OR HUGUENOTS. FOR CAPTAIN NATHANIEL SHAW.

Washington. After the Siege of Boston, by Appointment, and on Invitation from Nathaniel Shaw. Jr.. an Officer of the United Colonies. Holding Commission Under the Certificate of John Hancoclt. IVIet Here Commodore Esek Hopkins. First Commander of the American Navy, to Consider Naval Interests. John Paul Jones and Nathan Hale Have Been Guests Within Its Hospitable Walls. In 1824 LaFayette.

on His Return Visit to America, Was Entertained in the Mansion. Ipicturesque 1Rew ILondon^

Chapter H* THE OLD NEW LONDON. SKETCH OF NEW LONDON FROM THE EARLY DAYS TO THE PRESENT- STORY OF A FAMOUS SHIPPING PORT OF THE OLDEN TIMES- GOLDEN EPOCH OF THE WHALING DAYS—HOW THE OLD TOWN DIS- PLAYED HER PATRIOTISM IN THE WAR FOR INDEPENDENCE—THE BRIGHT RECORD OF HER SONS IN ALL THE NATION'S WARS.

New London, founded by John Great wealth, however, has been Winthrop in 1646, is an old town, brought into the town by the adven- old even for New England, and com- turous sailors who carried the flag of pared with the towns and cities of the their country to the farthest ends of newer civilization of the Western the earth and made the names and Hemisphere, moss-grown in antiquity. private signals of vessels, owners, and In the early days of the colonies the agents known on the coasts of all site of the city attracted the Pilgrims countries. The manifest destiny of by its rugged beauty, obvious advan- New London has been towards com- tages, and promise of future growth merce and the various industries con- and greatness in commerce. At every nected with its pursuit, and the peo- stage of its development the citj' has ple of New London iiave looked for fulfilled the j^romise of those early many years with steadfast hope and days, though growth has been slow in belief that the day would come when outward and visible signs of prosjjerity. the city should take tlie place which

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Nature evidently destined it to occupy in the useless attempt to succor the among the ports of the country. In Protestants of Rochelle, France. He our day it is difficult to realize the first arrived in America, November obstacles that confronted the early 2nd, 1630, later returning to England, settlers, the hardy hand that came to where he remained for about one the shores of the Thames to Imild a year. In October, 163.5, he again came city, establish homes, and found a to America and at once interested government in keeping with the tradi- himself in the affairs of the colonists. tions and customs of tlie English home The name first given to New Lon- they had so lately left in order to don—its Indian name—^was Nameaug.

enjoy the I n d i a n blessings nam e s of liberty were de-

w h i c h scriptive, have ever and Nam- been pur- eaug was chasable supposed only b } to refer to great sac- fish, im- rifice. plying J o H N that the WlNTH- w a t e r s R o p, the about the founder, town af- \y a s the forded son of good fish-

JohnWin- i u g . It throp \vho lljlil lllll'' w a s also led from known as England Pequot, the sec- OLD SCHOOL BUILDING -UNION STREET. after the

ond Puri- AS IT APPEARS TODAY. t r i b e of t a n enii- The Old Union School. In Which Nathan Hale Once Taught, is One of the City's I n d i a n s

Interesting Objects. It Still Remains, a Reminder of New London's g r a t i o n of that Heroic Part in the Stirring Times When All Other interests and after- Were Sacrificed to the "Spirit of '76." name,who wards be- under the came governor of the Massachusetts Bay Sachem Sassacus, or Tatobam, as Colony. His paternal grandfather was he was often called, inhabited the Adam Winthrop, of Suffolk, England. region which lay to the southeast To the younger Winthrop undisput- of the Connecticut River settlements. ably belongs the title of founder of By these names the {)lantation was New London, for he determined the known until March 24th, 1658, when location of the town and promoted its legislative permission was granted the inception with fervor and confidence, inhabitants to call the town New Lon- even to the extent of investing liis don. For ten years previous to that entire fortune in the enterprise. He time they had wished to show their was l)orn in Kngland, February 12tli, affection for the land of their birth by 1605. Wiien only 16 years of age naming their new place of abode he entered the University of Dublin, London, in honor of England's prin- where he I'emained for three years. cipal city: and no doubt they were Two yeare later he enlisted under the highly gratified l)y this concession of banner of the Duke of Buckingham the Legislature. It was then in order

10 Picturesque 1Rew Uondon. to name " the fair river of the Mohe- tliis time something about the Indians gans " the Tliames, Imt at just what whom they were to dispossess, but date it derived the name, hestowed in with whom they had little trouble, for honor of its famous prototype in Eng- the natives were in the main well dis- land, is not certain. posed toward the palefaces when The earliest inhabitants of New treated with any degree of fairness. London came from Cape Ann, Massa- Breaking ground for dwelling's and chusetts—Gloucester jjeople to whom for agricultural purposes was a heart- the sea furnished a living, and to breaking task, as one may readily un- whom New London seemed homelike derstand who is at all familiar with in that respect at least. Parson Rich- the rocky country which stretches ard Blinman, who, previous to his im- back from the waterside to the bor-

THE HEMPSTEAD HOUSE—OLDEST BUILDING IN NEW LONDON.

HEMPSTEAD STREET. NEAR JAY.

Built in 1678. by Sir Robert Hempstead, Who Came from England, and Was One of the Founders of Hempstead, Long Island. He Came to New London About 1643. The House Has Been in Possession of the

Family and Descendants for Two Generations. It is Still Owned by One of the Family. migration to this country, occupied ders of the State of Coiniecticut. The the pastorate in Chepstow, Monmouth- early settler, however, was not a man shire, England, was the spiritual and to be dismayed by obstacles. The temporal head of the pioneers. The pioneers of that day were made of rule in early colonial days was obedi- sterner stuff than that which gives in ence to ecclesiastical authority, and it easily, and with a fixed purpose and was cheerfully rendered as a matter of an unalterable determination, they set right in all things. about their work, and in compara- The settlers came prepared for tively few years great headway had hardships and privations. They were l)een made. In 1665, within the first accustomed to the rigors of the New quarter of a century of the life of the England climate, and they knew by settlement, the home government was

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VIEW OF " THE TOWNE'S ANTIENTEST BURIALL GROUND."

In the Left Background of the Picture is the Slight Elevation Formed by the Tomb of Jonathan Brooks. On September 6th. 1781. Benedict Arnold, the Traitor. From This Spot. Watched and Directed the Destruction of the Town and the Homes of His Friends. petitioned to make Xew London a port commerce on the sea, and the financial of entry, but for some reason tlie jjeti- condition of the colonies liampered tion was never granted, nor were sub- even the boldest spirits, for money sequent ones to the same end deemed was powerful in those days, as it is in worthy of consideration by the rulers ours. over the sea, who seemed early to have The people were not permitted to laid aside all consideration for the col- pursue uninterruptedly the paths of onists, and planted the seed that about peace. There were ware with the a century later grew to rebellion and Indians, war with the French, and successful revolution. New London trouble of various kinds that beset all persevered and began to build and of the colonists in New England ; and employ small vessels for coasting to New London bore its full sliare in near-by ports, and soon the field of them all. As became the inliabitants operations was extended, and Boston, of a seaport town, to whom danger Newport and New York—Manhattan was a part of their daily life, and to then, as now—exchanged products whom the adage, ' nothing venture, with New London. Virginia later nothing have," had more than com- came into commercial connection with mon significance, they were brave New London, and as years went by a and venturesome. In all the wars, more anilntious spirit took possession from the earliest times down to the of the people, and New London ves- Spanish war of 1898, New London sels became known in the West Indies, men have borne more than their j^ro- in Spain, France and Great Britain. portion of the burden in filling the It was not all plain sailing. Of course ranks of the army and manning the there were difficulties to be overcome, ships of war. To the War of the Hevo- losses to l)e met, such as always attend hition Connecticut sent more men pro

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rata than any other state, and New were enlisted from the town and for-

London was represented by more men warded to the front to fill the ranks of proportionately than any other town in depleted regiments. Aside from her the State. It was the same in the Civil officers and men who served in the War, when New London made prompt navy, New London must Ije credited and patriotic response to President Lin- with nearly twelve hundred as her coln's call for volunteers in April, 1861. contriliution to the great Union armies The city sent a full company of men of '61-'65. with the Second Connecticut Volun- The Spanish-American War of 1898 teers, who went to the front under also gave opportunity for New London the command of Col. Alfred H. Terry. to show that the present generation is It was the color-bearing company of as ardent in its patriotism and love of the regiment, and participated in the country and liberty as were those gal- first battle of Bull Run. Many of the lant men of the past. Three compan- memljers of this company afterwartls ies, A, D, and I, Third Regiment, Con- distinguished themselves as officers of necticut Volunteers, responded to the other regiments in the United States call of President McKinley for men to go service. For the three years' period to Cuba and Porto Rico: and a number New London furnished full companies of the members of tiie ITnited States for the Fonrtli—afterwards the First Signal Corps were also New Lon- Heavy Artillerj—the Fifth, the Tenth, doners. Twelfth, Thirteenth, Fourteenth and These evidences of patriotism may

Twenty-First ; and two companies for be regarded as tokens that the the Twenty-Sixth Connecticut, a nine spirit of the early settlers, as to fight- months' regiment. In addition to ing at least, has survived to the pres- these troops, a great many recruits ent da}'.

THE GROTON SHORE-LOOKING ACROSS THE HARBOR FROM NEW LONDON.

Showing the Fort Griswold Monument on Groton Heights in the Right Background, and in the Foreground the Ferryboat. Colonel Lcdyard. which Plies Between New London and Groton.

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" The town possessed • chaiacters British Islands, who were not consid- in its early days, and of many and ered foreigners in those days. French varied kinds they were, tlie ]{ogerrnes, names particularly continue to this for instance, who were continually in day. and will proViably be identified trouble with the constituted author- with New London until the end of ities, and no sooner out of one conflict time. The commerce of this city bore with the courts than they were in- no small pioportion to that of New volved in another. That sort of peo- England up to the beginning of our ple, however, are inseparable from a troubles with the mother country, and

community in which strength and it \\ as not long after the struggle for tirnniess are necessities, and it was liberty and independence had ended fiom such folk that sprang the men in our favor, that the restless spirit of

UNITED STATES CUSTOM HOUSE-BANK STREET.

THE CUSTOM HOUSE WAS BUILT IN 1833.

who dared resist oppression from the New London was again engaged in Old Country, and later furnished the making a new connection with the pioneers who penetrated the great ports of the world. There were, at West and laid the foundations, broad one time, about the opening of the and deep, for the phenomenal growth present century, a fleet of about 100 and prosperity of that section of the brigs — " jockeys "" they were called United States. from the nature of their trade — plying

The city prospered iis time went on. between this port and those of the Its natural advantages as a seaport at- West Indies. They took out hoi'ses tracted foreignei'S of condition, who and mules, and returned with rum, the came here to engage in trade with the material for its manufacture, and mo- countries of Europe, among them being lasses. New England rum was an im- many French, Spanish and Portuguese portant factor in those days at all 1)ut a greater proportion were from the social gatherings, and in the various

14 Ipicturesquc 1Rew Uondon. mechanical pursuits of the time, for nothing could be begun or properly ended without its due proportion of rum. The vessels were not all owned in this city, nor indeed the larger share of them, for New Haven, Middle- town, Hartford, Fairfield, and other places, used the port of New London, and were represented here by agents in the " jockey " trade. The business tlius paid toll here, and coopers, ship carpenters, riggers, and men of kindred trades made their profits from the business. As the "jockey" trade languished, the whaling industry took its place. The earliest mention of whaling in Connecti- cut appears to reach as far back as 1647, when the General Court at Hartford granted to one Whiting the privilege of catching whales within Connec- ticut waters. This privilege, which embraced a term of seven years, may be construed as the granting of a monopoly, for such permission was necessar}', and there is no record to show that a like grant was at that time conceded to any other than Mr. Whiting. Whales were at that date numerous near the Connecticut coast and off the Banks of New- foundland. As the colonies grew in capital and population, whaling voyages of considerable length were made, and by 17.50 the business had assumed generous and profitable proportions. The War of the Revolution, however, paralyzed the industry, until, in 178.5, it was revived by special incentive from the Leg- islature. Immediately subsequent to this time there dawned what may be termed the golden era of the whaling days. Ships were thoroughly appointed, and

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THE HUGUENOT HOUSE.

BUILT ABOUT THE YEAR 1760.

A Quaint Old Dwelling Place, at the Corner of Hempstead and Truman Streets. Built by the Huguenots lor Nathaniel Hempstead, a Descendant of Sir Robert Hempstead. manneil liv picked crews for dangerous ing to station and responsibility, but but reiiuinerative voyages to distant the division, always conducted with seas : and the only contingency then honesty and promptness, exerted a likely to put a damper upon the calling salutaiy influence upon the men. was the possible extinction of the From 1S20 to ISol, inclusive, there whales. were engaged in the capture of whales As a whaling port, Xew London from the port of New London 677 rivalled New Bedford. There seemed vessels. And during this period there no end to the money that was being- were Ijrought into tlie port 111.158 brought into the town l>y the whalers barrels of sperm and 775,432 barrels as they were called, and the general of whale oil. Wliiie this does not prosperity was great. Many were the represent tlie total, results bj- any New London ships which embarked on means, it conveys some idea of the these perilous voyages, and many were magnitude and importance of the in- the fortunes that were made. In dustry. Had it not been for the finan- sooth, the industry may be deemed the cial stringencj^ of 1857 and tlie break- keystone to much of New London's ing out of the War of the Rebellion success and thrift. in IStil, all would probably have lieen An incentive to the faithfulness and to the good. About this time there vigorous energy of the whaling crews was a decline in thewiialing industry, was the method of dividing the profits and after the war there was little done of a voyage. Not only the agents, in this line. About the year 1870 but the officers and crew as well, came came a brief revival of interest, caused in for a share of the spoils. These by tlie discovery of the repopulation of shares were, of course, graded accord- the seal rookeries in the South Geor-

16 (picturesque 1Rew Uondon. gias which created a business of tlie characteristic of New London pro- same nature and the prosecution of the duced men of a different stamp from sea-elephant fishing at Desohition those of many other cities, and these Island. indomitable souls were ready at hand From the very earliest days fishing when the California fever struck the has naturally employed New London- Atlantic States. To such men the ers, and for more tlian two centuries news that gold had been discovered in was an extremely important industry. California acted like wine upon the Fifty years ago there were probably imagination. To fit out a schooner 70 or 80 fishing smacks engaged in and crowd her with daring spirits was "banking" and in fishing up and no sooner thought of than accom- down the coast, principally for cod and plished ; and in such frail cockle- halibut. And to-day tliere is a large shells many a " Forty-niner " set out amount of capital invested and a from this port to brave the dangers of great many men engaged in catching the long trip around Cape Horn to menhaden, wliicli furnish oil and fer- that Mecca of the adventurer, San tilizer to the amount of many millions Francisco. Ships followed as soon as of dollars. tliey could equip, and there were few From the settlement of the town of men in New London who had not New London in 164tl, down to our day, something at risk in the many ven- there has lieen much of romance and tures connected with the California adventure, light and shadow, and voyages of those stirring days. The much that is quaint and curious in Klondike craze was nothing to the the lives of the men engaged in what California fever, nor has there been in most conununities is but tlie dull any popular excitement to compare and humdrum routine of earning a with it except the enlistment fever of living. Naturally the atmosphere 18(!1. Many fortunes were made.

THE ARMORY— COIT AND WASHINGTON STREETS.

Headquarters of the Third Regiment. National Guard of Connecticut.

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more were lost, and as a rule the New London Argonauts of '49 gained more in expeiience than they acquired in jiocket. Out of tiie great nundjer of adven- turers who left fur California in "4'J and the few years succeeding, some by sea and others by the route across the Isthmus of Panama—after the shorter sea route was adopted — some remained. Others returned, and still others sought various quarters of the globe in search of adventure, for adventure was about all that most of them obtained for their labor and their pains. In San Francisco, to this day, even, are many New Londoners and their descendants. Indeed, the same U may be said of all the cities of o tlie United States. In the old days there was s mucli that was quaint and curious in tlie life of New ]>ondon. O The Bride Brook marriage, fa- z o mous in her history, was an instance of the peculiarities of tlie laws governing the jurisdiction of officials of the different > colonies. In the winter of 1640 and '47 a young couple living in Saybrook elected to become miitcd in the holy bonds of wed- lock. Saybrook possessed no one capable of performing the ceremony, so a magistrate from one of the u[)per towns on the Connecticut was engaged to officiate. Unfortunately, however, there came at the time appointed for the marriage, a prodigious fall of snow, which made it impossil)le for the magistrate to reach Saybrook. Unless absolutely unavoidable the nup- tials must not be postponed, and Governor Winthrop was called upon to go to Saybrook anil perform tlie marriage rite. But Savbrook was bevond his

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A SATURDAY MORNING SCENE ON STATE STREET.

The Diversity of Interests Centering in New London Presents a Pleasant Phase in this Picture Tal(en Near the Union Banl<. magisterial province, his autliority Not alone that, but a funeral was an being vested l)y tlie Massachusetts event of moment and importance. To Colony. The little stream, after- the bedside of tlie dying came the wards and by reason of this episode, town fathers, the minister, and the called Bride Brook, marked, more or magistrate, to take down and witness less certainly, the boundary between his last testament, words and admoni- Pequot (New London) and Saybrook, tions. The entire commnnity attended and it was Wintliroi^'s suggestion that the funeral. Those who, while he if the pair would meet him at this was in life, had stood nearest to the brooklet, he would accommodate them. deceased, bore him on their shoulders His proposition was eagerly accepted, to the grave. Not frequently, and and on that winters day, beneath the never unless the distance were great, blue vault of heaven and the swaying was a horse litter used. Around the branches of the trees, John Winthrop last resting place of the departed the performed one of the most unique rites were solenm. He was not at marriage ceremonies on record. once forgotten ; the void he left was We, of to-day, necessarily realize acutely felt. By many he was missed, that the customs of the early times by many sincerely mourned. His differed very materially from those in monument was in the hearts of those vogue at present. In just what way they he left behind. differed we do not all know. Altout the With the conveniences of modern dead of that early period centered an times at our disposal, it is well-nigh interest vivid, sympathetic, and even impossible to appreciate the disadvan- personal. The settlers were few, and tages under which our early forebears the loss of one of them was regarded struggled, nor is it easy for us to real- as a calamity and common misfortune. ize the actual extent of their poverty.

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Their dwellings were not only rude, But before this alliance could be ac- but often uncomfortable and inade- complished with an}' surety of perman- quate for their needs. Crevices ad- ence, it was necessary to conquer and mitted the wind and cold. The tim- subdue the fierce and hostile Pequots, bers were rough-hewn and the Ijoards that warlike tribe in wliose veins ran unplaned. Each mechanic was his the aboriginal blood royal. own tool-maker ; the metal at his In 1637 Captain John Mason, in command was of inferior quality and command of a body of men from the his implements crude. Coffee and tea towns on the Connecticut and under were luxuries too the guidance of c o s 1 1 3' to be tlie Narragan- thought of, and setts and Mohe- even molasses gans, entered and sugar were upon a war of rarities at first. subjugation It is a far cry against the Pe- to those days of quots that practi- trials and l>uffet- cally resulted in ings in the wilder- a war of exter- ness—more than mination. The 250 years. The Narrag ansetts colonists, w i t h and Mohegans Winthrop at their welcomed with head, were as joy the opportun- keen of eye, ity afforded by strong of limb, the strained rela- and hard}" and tions V)etween the fearless of sonl as whites and the the Vikings of Pequots, to old. Winthrop's avenge them- foresight was selves upon a akin to propliecy. common foe. And He looked ijito w bile, from a hu- the future and manitarian stand- saw the possibili- point, their re- ties in store for venge may ap- TWENTY-FIRST REGIMENT MONUMENT. the Indian-inhali- pear to have been ited region whicli Erected by the State of Connecticut, and Located in the almost too com- Section of IVIemorial Parl< Bordering on Broad he proposed to and Hempstead Streets. plete, their develop along the friendliness to lines of civilization. Not only did he the palefaces remained unbroken ; and look, he acted ; and upon the knowledge \\ith the reign of peace which lasted born of insight, secured Fisher's Island for nearly 40 years, came a period of and as much of the mainland as possi- security and comparative prosperity. ble. Subsequent results have proved Tiie growth and occurrences in the the almost infallibility of his judgment. plantation from the time of the Pequot A wise man in all things, he treated war and the days of Winthrop. to the the Indians with equity and considera- breaking out of the Revolution are tion ; and. altho>igh there was often matters of exhaustive history. Dur- cause for difference, retained the ing the revolutionar}' period New balance of power and gained the good London Avas a depot of supplies, a will of the Mohegans and their allies. place from whicli to draft men for the

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army and nav}-, and, later on, the oIh the annals of the world's warfare. An ject of attack, and veiy nearly of com- eminent Italian, in writing of the de- plete destruction. The town did all fence of the fort, compares it to the and more than could have l)een asked defence of the Pass of Thermopylte by

of it. Its sons went forth to battle for the Spartans. On that day Arnold sat liberty and independence, and did their upon liis horse near the house of a duty well. Benedict Arnold, who had i\Irs. Hinman, wife of a naval officer. been a resident of Norwich, and who Mrs. Hinman, it is said, seized a mus- was well acquainted in New London, ket, and aiming it at the arch traitor, bore the town a grudge which he paid snapped the lock. The flint failed in in full when he signalized his treachery its office, and "missed fire," making a to his countr}' by planning a descent noise which alarmed Arnold, who lost upon New London and leading against no time in escaping beyond range. He her the military forces of the British. was watching the work of the British The story of that fell day of September and, no doul)t, gloating over the ter- 6th, 1781, is known to every New rible predicament of his former friends, Londoner and to all patriotic Ameri- whose homes, at his instigation, were cans, for the burning of the town was being destroyed. as marked an instance of wanton bru- The town in those days did not pos- tality and cold-blooded cruelty as was sess many fine houses, as houses were the heroic defence of Fort Griswold then rated, for there were no wealthy one of the most sublime and wonder- people in New London. Yet they inspiring acts of heroism on record in were superior to those which it was

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A GROUP OF MEMBERS OF THE JIBBOOM CLUB AT ONE OF ITS ANNUAL OUTINGS.

The Jibboom Club was Organized January 29th. 1891. It Has a Membership of Over Three Hundred. The Commodore Officer. Charles Gray: of the Club is William H. Allen: Captain. E. Holloway : First Officer. E. D, Moxley : Second N. Newbury; P. George T. Gcer. Pilot. J. Luther: Purser. C. H. Niles : Boatswain. 0. W. Holloway: S. Q. H. p..

Jr. The Club Meets the First and Third Saturdays in Each Month. October to April, at 7.30 p. m.: April to

October. First Saturday Only, at 8 oclock, p. m.. at 88 Bank Street.

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THE QTY HALL-STATE AND UNION STREETS.

The Mayor's Office, the Office of the City Clerk, and the Council Chamber are Located in this Building. possible f Of the sutt'erers from tlie con- cruises were prosecuted under the un- flagration to ie-bnil(l, impoverished as written laws which then governed the they were. Much of the irregulaiity conduct of armed vessels of belligerent of the town is due to the haste in nations. Credit for brave deeds, for which it was then re-constructed ; this acts of heroism and loyalty are due irregularit}', liowever, is one of them more than censure for the so- the chief clianns of the city of called acts of jjiracy which they are to-daj'. said, by some, to have perpetrated. The effects of tlie War of the Revo- The}' were no more pirateers than lution were keenly felt by New Lon- were the regularly conunissioned ves- don. I'nlike other towns further in- sels of the navy. They were a neces- land, she had not the unhazardous and sity of the times. As the British healthy resource of nianufactuiing to men-of-war depleted the merchant- which to turn her attention. Essen- marine of the colonists, some measure tially a seaport, dependent upon the was necessary for the effective re-

sea for her connnerce, she must at straint of tlieir depredations ; so priv- that perturbed jieriod wrest from the ate ships, formei'ly peaceful merchant- sea the wherewithal necessary to her men, were armed and manned, and existence. The navy was in embryo, under letters of marque would swoop and was powerfully augmented by down upon the British vessels man- privateers. These privateers were not oeuvering in the Sound, and, what- deserving of the opprobrium which fre- ever the odds against them, liring a quently attached to them. Indeed, prize into port. The risk was enor- their occupation was as legitimate as mous, but supreme contempt of fear, that of the ships of the line, for they begotten of entire ignorance of its operated under what were known as meaning, nearly always resulted in letters of manpie; that is to say, their victory.

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MASONIC TEMPLE—GREEN STREET, CORNER STARR.

Home of Brainard Lodge. Number 102. F. and A. M.

Many were the stout liearts and New London was lilockaded uninter- strong arms that enlisted in this free- ruptedly for nearlj- two 3'ears. The for-all navy, which partook of the blockade at first had a more or less nature of a fraternity, and a ship that terrifying effect upon the inhabitants struck its colors while a sound man of the town, for thej' anticipated an remained to fight, would have heen attack from tlie British vessels in the out of fellowship. Hailing from New harbor. Had New London been bom- London were many ships belonging to barded by the hostile fleet, it must of both the commissioned and privateer necessity have suffered anotlier con- service that won glory, honor, and flagration and conse(juent demolition. treasure in conflicts with the British. Prepai'ations of defence and removal Among these were the Ijrig Defence, were effected, and for a time the town fourteen guns. Captain Samuel Smed- was in a state of ferment and anxiety. ley, commander: the Oliver Cromwell, But it early became apparent that no a ship of twenty guns, commanded by bombardment was intended, and

Captain William Coit ; the brig Resist- quiet was soon restored. Commodore ance, ten guns. Captain Samuel Chew Decatur, on the fourth day of Decem- the Governor Trumbull, twenty guns. ber. 1812, sailed into New London Captain Samuel Billings: the Confed- Harbor in tlie frigate United States, eracy, thirty-two guns. Captain Seth and in the harbor and the waters of

Harding : the Dean, twenty-nine guns. the Thames River he was compelled

Captain Elisha Hinman : and the Put- to remain until the raising of the nam, twenty-nine guns, commanded blockade in Februar}', 1815. by Captain John Harmon, and later New London was one of a small by Captain Natlianiel Saltonstall. number of towns that early sought During the second war with Great incorporation, and since 1789 has Britain, the war of 1S12. the port of rejoiced in a city charter. Thus it

24 picturesque 1Rew London. will be olnserved that it antedates New seems to us an early date. There York City in the possession of a city were such firms as the Wilson Works government. The growth of the city — located where are now the buildings after the Kevohition was reasonahly that make up the great "R. T. Palmer rapid. When Water, or Beach Street, Quilt Plant — engaged in the manu- as it was originally named, was hlled facture of a large and far famed witli hogsheads of whale oil, and the variety of brass and iron goods ; the wharves of tlie merchants were loaded Albertson & Douglass ^bichine Com- to the point of collapse with that pany, located on the site now occujjied commodity. New London was making by the round-house of the Stonington money rapidly, and people of all sorts Division of the New York, New and conditions had their sliare in tlie Haven and Hartford Railroad: the general prosperity. In two buildings woolen mill on Water Street— still in adjoining, one on the corner of Bank existence — a manufacturing jeweler's and State streets, and the other in the shop on Jay Street, conducted bj' the Granite Building, on Bank Street, late William Butler; and at one time, was conducted a clothing, hat, and located on Fort Neck, was a glass men's furnishing business, under the factory. On Fort Neck also, and in firm name of Lyon & Kobbins. the Imildings now occupied by the Many other branches of mercantile Hopson ct Chapin Company, the Nay- trade flourished at that time, and all lor Compan}' had its existence. who were willing to work had little In 1.SS5 New London i)egan to take difhculty in securing employment. on a new form, and during the term of New London was not rated as a oifice of the late Mayor Charles manufacturing city, yet thei'e were Augustus Williams, a new era com- .some notable concerns here at what menced. The prosperity of the town

SMITH MEMORIAL HOME—MASONIC STREET.

The Smith Memorial Home for Aged. Indigent Ladies who have Resided in New London, was Founded by the Late Seth Smith, who Bequeathed the Greater Part of His Fortune for this Purpose. The Home Possesses Accommodations for Twenty-Five Inmates.

(3) 25 {picturesque 1Rew ILondon. refeived a fresh impetus, owing during the past fifteen years under a principally to a new spirit of enter- l)uihling impulse that shows no ahate- prise and progressiveness in its citizens ment. and in its nmnicipal government. A Any old resident who has been al)- Board of Trade was organized, which sent from the city for no more than ten has accomplished a great deal that lias years even will be impressed by the been for the good of the city. Ideas orig- changes it has undergone the moment inated b\- the Board of Trade were sure he alights from the cars or leaves the of respectful consideration hy the City boat. He must feel progression in the

HOME OF THE THAMES CLUB — 284 STATE STREET.

The Thames Club is the Principal Gentlemen's Social Organization in the City. The Officers of the Club are: C. Royce Boss. President: James R. Lindsley. First Vice-President: F. E. Parker, Second Vice-President: George T. Brown. Secretary: Edward T. Brown. Treasurer.

Government. The latter body l)cing very atmospiiere as he views tiie bound to proceed with due care and Parade, with its noble monument to deliberation, were, nevertheless, nuich the soldiers and sailors of New Lon- stimulated by the unauthorized body, don, the park about the monu- and the results have proven nuitually ment, the Neptune Building in place beneficial. Xew and better streets of the structure which formerly occu- liave succeeded the old; splendid pied its site, anil the stone pavement school Ijuildings have svipplanted in place of the mud or dust of the old those of ancient design. Streets by the street. And throughout the entire score have been opened, and entire sec- city agreeal)le change and improve- tions of the cit}- have grown up ment meets tlie eye.

20 THE UNION DEPOT — FOOT OF STATE STREET.

Chapter 1111.

NEW LONDON OF TO-DAY. ADVANTAGES OF LOCATION AS A PORT AND RAILROAD CENTER -NEW LONDON HARBOR — GENERAL AND LOCAL TRANSPORTATION LINES — REVIVAL OF SHIPBUILDING INTERESTS.

New London is one of the Its general and local transportation most fortrnatelv situated cities facilities are unsurpassed. The New in New England. It is very nearly York, New Haven and Hartford Rail- eqvii-distant between New York and road, and the Central ^"ermont, which Boston, and is a railroad center of im- operates the NeAv London and North- portance. Its harbor is one of the ern, center in New London, and the (dty best in the world, being three miles in is also reached by various lines of pas- length, very wide, 'and possessing an senger and freight steamers. average depth of about five fathoms. One of the most Invigorating It is admirably sheltered and is an ab- Sails from New London in the sum- solutely safe haven for vessels of every mer season is to Block Island and draught and description, even in the Watch Hill, on the fine steamer roughest weather. It never freezes. "Block Island" of the New London The city is located upon the west Steamboat CoMPiVNY. A visit to shore of the harbor, and extends in a either of these famous resorts is sure northerly direction up the west bank to jirove a delight to the seeker after of the River Thames, which foi- the recreation. largest vessels is navigable to Norwich. New London itself is one of the The population of New London is most delightful of summer resorts, and about twenty thousand, and is steadily is easily accessible from all points increasing. reached by the Central Vermont and

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New York, New Haven and Hartford MacKenzie ; General Passenger Agent, railroads and the Norwich Line of J. A. Southard. steamers and connections, and the Several steamboat lines operate steamer "Block Island." between New London and the various Watch Hill is a charming and points of interest and commerce upon bracing summer retreat. Situated on the harbor, sound and river. The a bluff overlooking the sea, it has the steamer " Munnatawket," of the Fish- full benefit of the pure air of the er's Island Navigation Company, has ocean. The view is grand and varied. its wharf at the foot of State Street; The hotels are very fine indeed, and it runs between New London and in their cuisine and appointments they Fisher"s Island. The "Manhanset,"' excel. of the New London and Long Island Block Island is a beautiful breeze- Steamboat Company, plies between swept island fifteen miles from the New London. Greenport, and Sag Harbor. Between New Lon- don and New York, oper-

a t i n g as freight lines, run the boats of the Nor-

w i c h and New York P rope Her

( " o mpany, and the "Mohawk" and "Mohe- i^an" of the line con- STEAMER BLOCK ISLAND, trolled by Of The New London Steamboat Company. the Central V e r m o n t nearest mainland. Its climate is that Railroad. The steamer "Gypsy"'

of the Benuudas ; indeed, it has been runs between Norwich and Fort called "The Bermuda of the North."' Griswold, touching at Montville, As a health-imparting summer resort Gale's Ferry, the "Navy Yard,"" New- it stands almost without a peer. The London, and Ocean Beach. The Fort hotel accommodations are ample and Griswold and Pequot houses are easily excellent. reached b}' the "( )sprey."" which makes The steamer "Block Island"' leaves several daily trips. New London is Norwich and New London for Watch brought into convenient access — by Hill and Block Island every morning the steamboat "Sunmier (iirl" — with during the season, and returns every P>ushv Point, Xoank and Mystic, afternoon. (iroton and New London are con- The New London Steamhoat nected by the ferry-boat "Colonel Company was incorporated in 1882. Ledyard,"' of the Thames Ferry Com- Its officers are: President, A. Mc- pany, which makes trips of twenty- ^'ittie, Detroit, Michigan; Treasurer, minute intervals between the two liobert Coit: General Manager, D. places throughout the entire year. Ipicturesquc 1Rew UoncJon*

The Railroad and Steamboat and business communities interven- Lines governed by the New York, ing, and points north and east, New Haven and Hartford Railroad including Fitchburg, Gardner, Win- are numerous and extensive. ( )f these chendon, Keene, Bellows Falls, Nashua, the Norwich Line of steamboats affords Manchester, Concord, Rochester, Port- accommodations tliat are adequate and land, and points in the Maritime satisfying. The Nokwich Line, by Provinces. its elegant steamers, the "City of The "City of Lowell" and the "City Lowell," and the " City of Worcester," of Worcester" of this line are con-

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VIEW OF NEW LONDON HARBOR ON REGATTA DAY.

Showing the Steamer "City of Worcester." of the Norwich Line. furnishes ideal means of transporta- structed of steel: they are fast, tion between New York City and commodious, sumptuous in their ap- New London, and forms a direct route pointments, and a high standard of from New York to the various im- service is maintained upon them in portant points on and reached by the every dfi>artment. They steer by New York, New Haven and Hartford steanr, and are lighted by electricity. and the Central Vermont railroads Their trips between New London and from New London. It is also the New York are as follows: Steamers most convenient water route between leave New London at 11 P. M., and New York, New London, and Norwich, are due at Pier oC), North River, New connecting by train with Plaintield, ^'ork, at 7 A. M. Returning, leave Putnam, Webster, Soutbl nidge, Wor- Pier 3(i, foot of Spring Street, at 5.30 cester, and the numerous manufacturing P. M. Unless otherwise registered at

29 Ipicturcsque 1Rew Uondon. tlie Purser's office, all passengers are New London, and the lines operated called at New London at 7 A. JI. by the New Loxdox Stkeet Rail- Those desiring to be called for early way Company. The distance from trains from New London should notify New London to Norwich is about tlie Purser. The fare between New fourteen miles. The running time is London and New York, via the one hour. The route is in a northerly Norwich Line, is ^l.oO: staterooms. direction from New London, via Main •S^LOO and •'?2.00 additional, according and North Main streets and Mohegan to location. Avenue, and extends through a An enterprise that will have con- delightful stretch of country. The siderable bearing upon the transporta- starting points for the cai-s of this line tion centering in New London Harbor are Franklin Square. Norwich, and the is that being i)rojected by the Thames Parade, near the corner of State and Tow Boat Companv, incorporated Bank streets, in New London. in 1865. On the west shore of the The New London Street Railway Thames River, about one and one- Company was incorporated in 1886. half miles north It was chartered of the Great as a hoi'se railway. Draw-bridge, this By an amendment Company is es- to its constitution tablishing two the use of electri- sets of ilarine city as a motor Railways, the power was ap- larger one beini;- plied in 1893. intended to haul The service ren- out vessels of :250 It^red the public to 800 feet length iv its lines is reli- of keel, and the able and efficient. smaller one, ves- Its cars are of sels of about 150 the modern vesti- feet length of STEAMER ' GYPSY." buled type, ea.sy- keel. This yard is Captain Avery c. Smith. riding and com- intended in the first place for hauling fortable. Open cai-s are used as early out and making repairs to the com- in the summer and as late in the pany's vessels, tugs and barges, and autumn as is consistent with health incidentally, after being established, and safety. otiier business will be solicited. The Two Ijelts, or loops, represent the Company own land enough, unoccu- routes travereed by the cars in the pied by the Railways, to do such central and upper sections of the city. work as the}' may think proper from One of these is from the Parade, via time to time for themselves and AYilliams, State and Broad streets to others. The principal office of the the starting point. This is one portion Company is rear of 24:0 Bank Street, of the route of the Montauk Avenue New London, and branch office, 1 and Post Hill line. The other, the Broadway, New York. The President coui-se of the ^Yashington Street and and Treasurer of The Thames Tow Lewis Lane car, is from the Parade Boat Company is F. H. Chappell. to Lewis Lane via State and Broad Two Electku- Trolley Roads streets. The direction taken by the afford the city comfortable and ade- cai-s of these lines alternate, and the quate service: The New London, alternate trip of the \Vashington Norwich and Montville street railway Street and Lewis Lane car is line, which runs between Norwich and through State, Washington, Truman

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and Blackball streets. Tlie portion of the city adjacent to Bank Street, Lower Bank Street and Montauk Ave- nue is accommodated by the Montauk Avenue line. On this line the cars run from the Parade, via Bank Stieet and Alontauk Avenue, to the corner of Montauk Ave- n u e a n d the Lowe r Boulevard in winter, and in the summer season — from r June to October— to Ocean > Beach. H The New London Street > Railway is well managed, 2 D and its corps of conductors < and motormen are consider- > ably above the average in D point of efliciency, courtesy, and neatness of personal appearance. Its transfer sys- 2 H tem is convenient. One may secure a transfei' clieck from either distinct line to the I > o C/1 other. The transfer point is the Parade, near the Union

Bank. I Z Owing to the carefulness 2-. W S X of its employes, and the ca- a pability of its management, C it possesses a record singu- r larly free from accidents and O Z untoward features. The officers of the Company are n President and Secretary, o Walter I^earned: Treasurer, S W. A. Tucker, of Tucker > •z and Anthony, Boston ; Su- •< perintendent, Lorenzo Bent- ley. Dire c tors: Walter Learned, W. A. Tncdcei', John F. Perry. Billings Learned, James Hislop, and H. C. Learned. Shipbuilding, in thk Closinc Yeaus of t h e Eighteenth Centuky and in the early part of the nine- teenth, was reckoned one of the important industries of

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New London. But of late it has not passenger vessels, to tramp steamers entered conspicviousl}- into the hvisiness and barges. life of the city, although it has been Two sets of building ways are carried on in a more or less desultory already constructed, TOO feet in manner. length, and capable of accommodating The recent establishment, however, ships of MO foot beam. The keels are of the Eastern SHtPBriLDrsG Com- laid for two vessels that, when company's Plant on the Groton side of pleted, will he the largest in the world, the harlior, marks for this section a and will have a displacement of 33,000 new era in marine architecture. The tons each. Thev are being built for location chosen by this Company could the Great Northern Steamship Com- not be more admirabl)^ suited to its re- pany. quirements. The great and uniform The Eastern Shii)building Company depth of tlie harbor affords excellent was incorporated in Marcli. I'.'OO, and docking and launching facilities, and commenced active operations on the the large area of the yards every oppor- construction of its plant the latter tunity for ship construction on an im- part of the April following. For four mense scale. The ground of the ship- months previous the Company occu- yardi too, is ideal for the purpose, pied offices in tlic Neptune Building, being hrm and solid. The railroad where the work of draughting the facilities are adequate, and the situa- ships was begun. tion, while sufficiently close to the In April, 1900. A. (). Goddard, the Metropolis, is yet far enough distant New London builder, was given the to eliminate its detrimental features. contract for the election of the Com- The land adjacent to the shipyard is panj-'s buildings on the Groton side. elevated, and affords healthful places The three largest of these were com- and opportunity of abode for many of pleted in July. The structure con- the Conqiany's employes. taining the joiner shop and mold loft The workshops are located close to is 250 feet long, by TO feet in width. the water front; and near them, but It is two stories in height. In the further inland, are the executive offices basement are the office of tlie yard and draughting rooms, where the great superintendent, and a carpenter shop. ships are all planned out on paper be- The pipe, machine, and sheet iron fore the work of actual construction is workers' shops cover ground space ITO couimenced. feet in length, by 60 feet wide. The Invested in tliis vast enterprise are shipyard plate shop is "il'l feet long, about half a million dollais. This by MO feet in width. The boiler house amount will be steadily increased as the and blacksmith shop occupy a large business of the plant progresses. brick Imilding. from the west side of The scope of operations contem- which, onto an extensive cast iron plated by the Eastern Shipliuilding 1)ending floor, emerge the plate and Company is second to that of no con- angle furnaces. cern of like nature in the world. It The various shops are equipped will contract for and build all classes with the best and most modern appur- of merchant and war vessels, of what- tenances known to the art of ship- ever magnitude and complexity of building. specifications. No vessel that can be The President and (ieneral Mana- floated will be too large for the plant ger of the Eastern Shipbuilding Com- to handle exjieditionsly and well. pany is Cliarles R. Hanscom : Treas- Contracts for all grades of craft will urer. John Sherman Hoyt; Naval receive attention, from the finest of Architect and Engineer, William A. steam yachts and liigh class, speedy Fairburn.

32 WILLIAMS MEMORIAL INSTITUTE BROAD STREET.

HIGH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS.

This School Was Founded and Endowed by the Late Mrs. Harriet P. Williams, a Resident of Norwich. Connecticut, in Memoriam of Her Son. Thomas W. Williams, a Prominent Citizen of New London. Who Died in 1855. The Building Occupies the Lot on Which He Was Contemplating Erecting a Private Residence. The Principal of the

Institute is Colin S. Buel. A. M. Teachers : Mary Jane Turner. Mary F. Crofton. Marietta Jackson. A. B.. Madeline P. Freeman. A. B.. Mary E. Smith, and Alpha W. Barlow.

Chapter 1I1I1I.

NEW LONDON OF TO-DAY. NEW LONDON'S FIRST EDUCATIONAL BEQUEST — MORE RECENT ENDOW- MENTS-BRIEF SKETCH OF THE PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM OF TO- DAY—ITS EFFICACY AND EVOLUTION — INTRODUCTION OF NEW AND BENEFICIAL FEATURES— MODERN SCHOOL BUILDINGS — SPECIAL IN- CENTIVES TO PUPILS — THE CHURCHES OF A COMMUNITY INDICA- TIVE OF ITS MORAL TONE — OUTLINE OF THE HISTORY OF THE OLDEST RELIGIOUS SOCIETY IN THE CITY-REFERENCE TO OTHER CHURCHES AND SACRED ORGANIZATIONS -SOME EMINENT DIVINES WHO HAVE BEEN IDENTIFIED WITH NEW LONDON—PORTRAITS OF THE PRESENT PASTORS — THE CITY'S FINE CHURCH EDIFICES.

Tholtght FULLY regarded, the public which stands to-day among the growth of our country in tlie com- greatest of the earth's great powers. paratively short time that has inter- In the evolution of her institutions, vened since its independence was both civic and military, the nation acknowledged, seems almost phenom- has forged ahead with rapid strides. enal. In less than a century and a Particular attention has been paid to half, from a dependent English colony education. The public schools of the on American soil, has evolved a re- United States are admittedly progres-

^i) Ipicturcsque 1Rew Uondon. sive in thoroughness and efficacy of died in 1673, left a verbal will stipu- method ; and in the erection of school lating that his entire property should buildings, labor and expense are of be devoted to the cause of public edu- secondary consideration when weighed cation. The first school to bear his in the balance with good sanitation, name was the Bartlett Grammar ventilation, convenience, and modem- School, so called until 1855, when it ness of arrangement and architecture. became the Bartlett High School. In matters educational New London The present Robert Bartlett School is but a type of the average American on Broad Street, is so named in honor city. Yet even where all are good, of that pioneer in the endowment of some must excel, and the assertion American educational institutions.

BULKELEY HIGH SCHOOL—HUNTINGTON STREET, BETWEEN RICHARDS STREET AND BULKELEY PLACE. HIGH SCHOOL FOR BOYS.

The Buikelcy High School Was Founded and Endowed by the Late Leonard H. Bulkeley. Who Died in 1849. and Left the

Greater Portion ot His Estate for that Purpose. Principal. Walter A. Towne. A. M. Teachers : Eugene B. Lawrence. A. B.. Robert T. Elliot, and Hervey F. Houghton. A. B. that New London's public school sys- With this early evidence of public tem possesses extraordinary merit, and spirit to emulate, it is then no marvel that many of her school buildings are that New London numbers education peculiarly well adapted to the pur- among her man}- excellent qualities. pose which they serve, is well sus- The public schools of the city tained and warrantable. The New are eight in number. The Nathan London (then Nameaug) of more than Hale Grammar School, the Win- two centuries ago appears in some throp, the Robert Bartlett, the measure to have had at heart the Coit Street. the Nameaug, and scholastic interests of the community. the Harbor School are under the And it is on record that one Robert jurisdiction of the municipal Board of Bartlett, a resident of the town who Education. The Bulkeley High

.•54 NATHAN HALE GRAMMAR SCHOOL—WILLIAMS STREET, NEAR WALLER.

The Principal of the Nathan Hale Grammar School is Charles B. Jennings. A. M.. Acting School Visitor of New London. The Teachers are: Grade Eight, Teresa C. Crofton. Minnie G. Harris, and Minnie E. L. Caull(ins.

Grade Seven. Nettie J. Bishop, Irene P. Bindloss, and Adelina S. Povey-

WINTHROP SCHOOL, INTERMEDL^TE AND PRIMARY- -NEAR YE OLDE TOWNE MILL.

Helen Bingham. Principal. Grade Six. Teachers: Grade Five. Alice L. Baker and Minnie G. Barker. Grade Four. Elizabeth F. Stark and Anna M. Crofton. Grade Three. Franc E. Barker and Louise R. Jeffery. Grade Two. Frances M. Shea and Anna M. Hewitt. Grade One. Gertrude Dakin, Gertrude S. MacNear. Pearl M. Rowland, and Clara Firth.

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ROBERT BARTLETT SCHOOL -BROAD STREET, NEAR CENTER. INTERMEDIATE AND PRIMARY.

Maria F. Starr. Principal. Grade Six. Teachers: Grade Six, Mary E. Butler. Grade Five. Anna H. Ducy and Helen M. Champion. Grade Four. Charlotte P. Comstock and Susan P. Boss. Grade Three. Nellie P. Fuller and Ethel A. Kellogg. Grade Two. Julia A. Fitch and Agnes F. Allen. Grade One. Ruth May Jennings and Ethel A. Clark. Kindergarten. Grace H. Bowers and Mabel E. Greene.

School for Hoys and the Williams Me- instructors are : Music, James A.

morial Institute — the latter a high VanKuren ; drawing and sloyd — school for girls are especially en- wood carving — Martha W. Stearns — ; dowed institutions, whose affairs are physical and voice culture, M. Isa- managed by trustees and corporators. phene Ives. Free kindergartens have In addition to the principals of the recently been introduced into the different schools, and the special in- Robert Bartlett, the Coit Street, and .structors in music, drawing, physical the Harbor schools. and voice culture, there are 84 regular The Bulkeley High School for Boys and four substitute teachers engaged is a fine stone building of generous in teaching the youth of New London. and substantial architecture. It was The principal of the Bulkeley High erected in 1871 at a cost of about School is Walter A. Towne, A. M.; f40.000. Its founder, Leonard H. of the Williams Memorial Institute, Bulkeley, was born in New London in

Colin S. Buell, A. M. ; and of the 1791. He died in 1849 and devised Nathan Hale Grammar School, the greater portion of his property for Charles B. Jennings. A. M. The the founding and maintenance of a principals of the minor grades are as free high school for boys, to be called

follows : Winthrop School, Helen the Bulkeley School. The fund at Bingham; Robert Bartlett Scliool, the time of the death of the legator Maria F. Starr; Coit Street School, was about ^21,000. which was allowed

Teresa A. Brown ; Nameaug School, to accumulate until 1871, when it had Josephine S. Rice; Harbor School, increased to the very considerable Frances E. Strickland. The special sum of •t70,000, a sufficient amount

36 REV. WALTER S. McINTYRE, REV. ALFRED POOLE GRINT, PH. D.

Pastor Federal Street Methodist Episcopal Church. Rector St. James Episcopal Church.

REV. THOMAS P. JOYNT, REV. S. LEROY BLAKE, D. D.,

Pastor St. Mary's Roman Catholic Church. Pastor First Church ot Christ.

37 Ipicturcsquc 1Hcw ILondon. to warrant carrying into active effect of free high school training for girls the wishes of the testator. There residing in the city and adjacent have been two additional legacies, one townships. This privilege is not from the estate of the late Asa Otis restricted to permanent residents; of $10,000, and one of $5,000 from those of temporary residence within that of the late Henry P. Haven. the prescriljed territory may enjoy the Through the generosity of Hon. full benetits of the institution. The George F. Tinker of New London, an President of the Endowment Fund is assembly room and completely ap- ]\Ir. 1). P. Learned: the Corporators pointed laboratories were added to the are H. 1{. Bond, Charles Barns, building in 1899. Mr. Tinker con- Augustus Brandegee. Billings P. tributed a fund of more than *1 1,000 Learned, Thomas W. Williams, Frank for the purpose. The Board of Trus- L. Palmer, and William Williams. tees of the Bulke- While the pro- ley School is gress shown by comprised of the the public schools following gentle- of New London men: President, has ever been Nathaniel S. Per- along the lines of kins: Secretary, distinct evolution, Tracy Waller: the restilts of the Treasurer, Hon. past decade are William Belcher: especially gratify- J.Lawrence Chew ing, gratifying to and Charles B. the jiulilic. to the Graves. Board of Educa- The Williams tion, to the princi- Memorial Insti- pals and teachers, tute is another to the parents of monument to the children, and. as noble spirit of they have out- generosity and the grown their school desire to mate- days and assumed riall}^ assist in their respective furthering the positions in the REV. JOHiN F. TUCKER. cause of educa- lausy life of the Minister Unitarian Society. tion. It is an im- world, of gratifi- posing structure of rough stone, with cation to tlie pupils themselves,

brown-stone trimmings, its style of Possiblj^ it is but coincident that architecture is pleasing, and by reason these ten years of good work have of this and its commanding site, been passed under one Acting School it forms one of the conspicuous Visitor. Yet. without favor aiul landmarks of New London. The without adulation, it seems incum- cost of construction was about |iS5,000. bent upon us to note the zeal The late Mrs. Harriet P. Williams, and efficiency of Charles B. Jennings, of Norwich. Connecticut, the founder A. M.: the hearty co-operation, too, of and endower of the Institute, caused the School Board, and the earnest it to be erected in memoriam of her faithfidness of the teachers under his son, the late Thomas W. Williams, charge is to l)e commended. And who was a prominent citizen of New therein lies the admirableness of it London. The intent of the endow- all, for it is this co-effort, this ment fund is to provide a course "team-work,"' as it were, that is

38 Ipicturesquc 1Rew ILondon* largely respon- ing popularity sible for the of the kinder- laudable out- garten — or come. child garden Since 1890 —among those the attendance who once con- of pupils at the sidered it fi'i- public schools volity, but who has increased now realize its nearly 8 0. great impor- Ten years ago tance in the there were but earliest train- 47 teachers: ing of the now the num- mind, is a sign ber employed is positive of the nearly double e du c ational that figure. progression of Several new the age. and valuable The Nathan features have Hale Orches- tra, composed been inaugu- REV. JAMES W. BIXLER, rate d, two of Pastor Second Congregational Church of past and which (so far present mem- as concerned their introduction into bers of the Nathan Hale Grammar public schools), originated in New School, is an organization which has London. The Ling system of physi- been accorded considerable notice and cal culture, and flattering attention. the method of Its effect is benefi- interestingly illus- cial, and it is well trating lessons in calculated to stim- geography by the ulate by example. use of the stereop- A system, too, ticon, are innova- productive of very tions of especial salutarj' results is worth and agree- that of prize giving ableness. Kinder- for excellence at- garten work also, tained in the vari- that incomparable ous branches of method devised by school work. The a great philosopher prize in English, a who could appreci- f5 gold piece, ate the value of offered several rightly teaching years ago by the little children how late Hon. C. A. to think while at Williams, is con- play, and without tinued by his weariness to their daughter. Miss unformed minds, Mary Williams. A has gained a firm perpetual annual foothold in for ex- the REV. JOSEPH P. BROWN, prize of $5 schools of New Pastor of Second Baptist Church of New London cellence in penman- London. The grow- From 1871 to 1877. ship has been

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offered by a former graduate of the beck, President, and several private Nathan Hale Grammar School, Mr. schools. The beneficial influence ex- Leroy P. Har- erted by such wood. Mr. institutions is

Herbert Cran- g e n e r a 1 1 }• dall has prof- recognized, fered a prize of and when the like amount various oppor- for the best tunities for example of learning pos- book-keeping. sessed by New The Benjamin London are Armstrong consid e r e d, prize of 'j'lO there remains for pre-emi- small room for nence in gener- wonder at al scholarship, the position and one of #5 it occupies for superiority among cities in reading, noted for excel- recently con- lence of their ferred b}- Rev. educational J. W. Bixler, advantages. completes the REV. JOSEPH A. ELDER, list. That the The Char- Pastor Huntington award of such Street Baptist Cliurch. acter AND very practical rewards of merit is pro- Nltviber of Church Edifices of a ductive of superlative effort, who community are in great degree indica- '-^~ -i-~" (!an doubt? The tive"- of" its religious— Board of Education and moral tone. The consists of John G. churches of New Stanton, M.D., Presi- London are many, dent: P. Hall Shurts, and in the variety of Secretary; Frank E. their architectural Barker, Treasurer: style, and in the M. Wilson Dart, dates of their organi- ]\Iayor, ex-officio, Har- zation, denote the old H. Hyer, M. D., early attention paid Charles J. Hewitt, to religion by the Colin S. Buell, Henry town, and its subse- P. Bullard, Frederick quent rapid growth. S. Newcomb, and Approaching the Arthur Eggleston. city through the The Acting School waters of the har- Visitor is Charles B. bor, the observant Jennings, A. M., stranger is sure to Principal of the be impressed by the Nathan Hale firam- towering spires of REV. FRANKLIN G. McKEEVER, mar School. several of its more Pastor First Baptist Church. In addition to her modern temples of public schools, the city has the New worship. And after a tour of inspection London Business College, R. A. Bru- about its streets he may vouchsafe

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FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST — CORNER STATE AND UNION STREETS.

in The First Church of Christ is Congregational in Denomination, and is the Oldest Religious Society in the City. Organized Gloucester, Massachusetts, in 1642, Removed to New London in 1651. The Present House of Worship was First of the Used in 1851. Sunday Services ; Preaching at 10.45 A. M.: Sunday School at 12.15 : Meeting Junior Endeavor Society at 3.30 P. M.: Young People's Society of Christian Endeavor Meeting at 6.15 P. M.: Preaching at 7.30. Weekly Meeting. Friday Evening at 7.30 o'clock. Pastor. Rev. S. Leroy Blake. 0. D. expression to the thought that New First Church of Christ (Congrega- London should be a good town; and so tional) is the oldest. Its inception is it should, if an abundance of churches directly attributable to the Puritan is to be regarded as a criterion. desire for freedom of worship, that Some of the church organizations fundamental principle from which are of exceeding early origin. The sprang the very being and existence

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ST. JAMES EPISCOPAL CHURCH — HUNTINGTON STREET.

Organized in 1725. First Cliurch Completed in 1732 : the Second Consecrated 1787: the Third and Present Edifice

was Consecrated June 11th. 1850. Rector. Rev. Alfred Poole Grint. Sunday Services : 8 A. M.. Holy Communion: 10.45 A. M.. Preaching: 12.30. Sunday School: 7.30. Evening Service. Holy Day Services at 10 A. M. Friday Morning Service. 10 o'clock. of our nation. This society was or- Ricliard Bliniuan, in 1651. Its first ganized in Gloucester, Massachusetts, place of worship in New London was in 1642, and removed to New London in a large barn which stood on what is under the guidance of its first pastor, now Hempstead Street, near the south

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FEDERAL STREET METHOUIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH—FEDERAL STREET, NEAR UNION.

Organized 1793. Present Edifice Erected in 1855. Pastor. Rev. Walter S. IMclntyre. Public Services : Sunday. 10.45 A. M. and 7.30 P. M., Public Service with Sermon: 12.15 P. M.. Bible School: 4.30 P. M.. Junior League

Meeting ; 6 P. M.. Meeting of the Epworth League. Wednesday Evening, at 7.30 P. M.. Midweek

Service of Prayer. Song, and Testimony : Friday Evening. Class Meeting. corner of Granite. We of to-day little tunity to rise early and walk miles, realize what the privilege of worship even, to hear the Word of God freely in their accepted belief meant to expounded. The members of the those God-loving pioneers; their re- settlement within hearing distance of ligion was their life. Those residing the meeting-house were called to at a distance were glad of the oppor- service by beat of drum. Few of the

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FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH—STATE STREET, CORNER OF WASHINGTON.

Pastor, Rev. Franklin G. McKeever, Church Organized in 1804. Present Building Dedicated IVIarch 13. 1856. Society

Incorporated In 1885. Services as follows: Sunday. 10.45 A. M.. Morning Worship : 12 M.. Sunday School

3.15 P. M.. Junior Christian Endeavor Meeting ; 6.15 P. M.. Christian Endeavor Meeting. 7.30 P. M.. Evening Worship. Week Day Meeting, Friday Evening. settlers possessed horses: those who the luxury of this method of church (lid would on Sabbath days share the going was far from universally en- blessing with others less fortunate joj-ed. than thej', after the unique method Parson Blinman's flock continued known as "the ride and tie system." to worship in the old barn until 1655, The goodman would mount and set when it removed to a meeting-house of out for the meeting-house with his its own, located on the site now occu- wife and perchance another memlier pied by the Bulkeley High School. of the family "up behind." After Three years were consumed in build- having accomplished, perhaps, half ing this church, which was commenced the journey, they would dismount in 1(!.t2. There were no regular and tie the animal by the roadside for craftsmen, and the inhabitants were the benefit of some other worshiper, obliged to take turns in carry- foot-weary and belated. But even ing forward the work of con-

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Iptcturesque 1Rew Uondon* struction, which progressed slowly shillings, for children, 2 shillings a in consequence of tlie press of grave, to be paid by survivors." individual duties. On the north side Three subsequent edifices occupied of this meeting-house was the lot re- the same site on Bulkeley Square. served for burial purposes. A town The present elegant structure opposite ordinance of 1653 decreed that it the Post Office was first used in 1851. should never be disturbed, and it is to- Located on an eminence, which lends day known as " The Towne"s Antient- additional height to its lofty spire, con- est Buriall Ground," and is the oldest structed of gray granite, and on a graveyard in New London County. generous scale, it is one of the finest One Cumstock was sexton of the first examples of church architecture in the meeting-house, as this old record State. shows : " Old Goodman Cumstock is The history of the occupation of the chosen sexton, whose work is to order pastorate of the society is as follows : youth in the meeting-house, sweep the Its first Pastor—and until 1658 meeting-house, and beat out dogs, for Richard Blinman ; 1661tol6G5, Ger- which he is to have 40 shillings a sliom ]5ulkeley: then Simon Brad- year : he is also to make all graves : street, who died in office in l(>8o, for a man or woman he is to have 4 and during whose occupancy of the

SECOND CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH — BROAD, HEMPSTEAD AND FEDERAL STREETS.

The Pastor of the Second Congregational Church is Rev. James W. Bixler. The Church Dates Its Organization From April 1835. Services as Follows; Sunday. 10.45 A. M., Preaching by the Pastor: Sunday School at 12 M.: 3.30 P.M.. Meeting of the Junior Society of Young People's Christian Endeavor: at 6.30 P. M.. Meeting of the Endeavor Society Proper: 7.30 P. M.. Regular Sunday Evening Service: Friday Evening Meeting at 7.30.

45 picturesque 1Hew Uondon. pastorate it was that the famous sect duty. Dr. McEwen died September known as " Rogerenes " was in evi- 7th, 18(50. at the venerable age of 80 dence. Gurdon Saltonstall was the years. This was his only parish, as next Pastor, from liiOl to 1708, when he came to New London immediately he was elected Governor of the State. after having completed his theological Then in 1709 Eliphalet Adams, whose studies. Dr. Field was Pastor until work in connection with the church 187(!, and was followed by Rev. Ed- was terminated by death in 1753. In ward W. Brown, under whose juris- 1757 the Rev. Mather Byles, Jr., was diction the church remained until the called to fill the pulpit, his term of autumn of lS8fi. In the spring of

ST. MARY'S STAR OF THE SEA ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, HUNTINGTON STREET.

The First House of Worship Occupied by This Church was a Small Chapel. Erected by the Society in 1843. It Then Worshipped in a Larger Church. St. Patrick's, on Truman Street. Which Was Consecrated in March. 1855. The Structure Shown in the Engraving Was Dedicated in May. 1876. Services: Sunday Masses at 8. 9.15. and 10.30 A. M.; Vespers at 3 P. M. Week Day Masses Every Morning at 8 o'clock. Pastor. Rev. Thomas P. Joynt: Assistants. Rev. David O'Donneli. and Rev. John F. Quinn. service extending to 1768. The next 1887 the present Pastor, Rev. S. Leroy Pastor was Ephraim Woodbridge, who Blake, D. D., accepted a call to the oihciated until his death, which oc- church. The Deacons are Jesse H. curred in 1770. There was then an Wilcox, George E. Starr, Henry interim of eleven years, in which the Ivufier, William Belcher, Cliarles W. pastorate was vacant, after which Chapin, and Pliny 'SI. Harwood. The Henry Channing was Pastor—1787 Superintendent of the Sunday School until 1800—when Rev. Dr. Abel is (reorge F. Tinker. Bethany Chapel, McEwen, D. D.. was installed. Dr. located on lower Bank Street, is an McEwen's pastorship was of remark- auxiliary to the church. Its services able duration. In 1856 Rev. Thomas are Sabbath School at 9 A. M., and P. Field was chosen as his Associate a Sunday evening meeting at 7.30 Pastor, and he was released from active o'clock.

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The Second Congregational Church is built of rough granite, and is one of New London was organized in of the finest buildings in the city ; its April, 1835. Its inauguration was architecture is unique, and it presents the result of a colonizing from the a most substantial and solid appear- First Church of Christ. The first ance. In size it is commodious and meeting house was a white wooden generous. It occupies a conspicuous building with square belfry and front position on the crest of the hill op- porticoes. Its cost was about $12,000. posite the Park, on Broad Street. The It occupied the southwest corner present Pastor of the church is Rev. of Huntington and .lay streets, and James \V. Bixler, who commenced his

HUNTINGTON STREET BAPTIST CHURCH -HUNTINGTON STREET, NEAR JAY.

The Huntington Street Baptist Cliurch was Organized in 1849. Pastor, Rev. iosepli A. Elder. Sunday Services;

10.45 A. M., Preaching by the Pastor : lUeeting of the Young People's Society of Christian Endeavor at 6 P. M.: Evening Meeting at 7.30 o'clock. Prayer Meetings on Wednesday and Saturday Evenings.

was dedicated in April, 1835. On pastorate in October, 1891. The March 13th, 1868, it was burned to Deacons are William H. Chapman, the ground, and that soon after the Newton Fuller, Francis N. Braman, expenditure upon it of •$10,000 for and P. Hall Shurts. repairs. The corner stone of the In 1897 a new parsonage was erected present structure was laid in ( )ctober, at No. 5 Broad Street by Mrs. Martha 1868. The edifice was completed and S. Harris, in memory of her late hus- dedicated in June, 1870. Its entire band, Hon. Jonathan Newton Harris, cost was more than $140,000. It who was a deacon of the church. It

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is a fine residence of Pompeiian brick, Washington streets. It was dedicated and forms a fitting memorial to Mr. March 18th, 1856. The Pastor is Harris—whose beneficence was wide- Rev. Franklin G. McKeever; Deacons, spread—besides being an ornament to James Newcomb, Leonard F. Lester, the city. Charles A. Benjamin, Hiram Hold- The Society of the St. James Epis- ridge, Joseph Starr, and H. D. copal Church was organized in 172.5. Stanton. Its first church building was erected in The Second Baptist Church, Union 1732, on the Parade, foot of State Street, opposite Golden, was organized Street. It was burned by Benedict in 1840. Its pastorate is at present Arnold on the oth of September, 1781. unoccupied. In 1787 the next house of worship was The Huntington Street Baptist

constructed ; it stood on Main Street, Church, located on Huntington Street, at the corner of Church, and served near Jay, dates its organization from the Society until 18.50. The present IMarch"l2th, 1849. The building edifice, located at the corner of Hunt- occupied by the Society is a commodi- ington and Federal Streets, was con- ous one, fashioned somewhat after the secrated in .lune, 1850. It is a fine Colonial style, with large pillars and a brown-stone building of ornate archi- broad portico. Within the past year tecture, with minarets and a lofty it has undergone important repairs, at spire. an outlay of about #1,200. The The St. James Episcopal Church in Pastor is Rev. Joseph A. Elder; New London has numbered among its Deacons, J. Coleman Williams, Iler- pastors such eminent divines as Rev. liert L. Avery, George Crandall, James McSparren, D. D., and the Rt. William E. Greene, John Winslow, Rev. Samuel Seabury, D. D., one-time Henry B. Dwyer, and Charles F. Bishop of Connecticut and Rhode Potter. Island. Beneath the shelter of the The Shiloh Baptist Church (color- north wall of St. James Church is a ed; on High Street, has been in ex- stone talilet to his memory, which re- istence since 1894. Its Pastor is cords that beneath it his body once Rev. T. L. Crocker; Deacon, A. rested for a time, and that he was a Moseley. man of good deeds and many sacrifices. Methodism was introduced into The Rector of St. James Church is New London September 2nd, 1789,

Rev. Alfred Poole Grint, Ph. D. : by a sermon preached by Rev. Jesse

Senior Warden. Thomas P. Bindloss ; Lee at the Court House. In October,

Junior Warden. John McGinle^' : Ves- 1793. the first Methodist class was trymen, Elisha L. Palmer, Daniel J. formed. In 1798 the first Methodist McAdams, Charles H. Goss, Fitch D. Episcopal Church was erected on the Crandall, Charles B. Ware, W. F. M. northwest corner of Union and Rogers, and A. C. Woodruff. Methodist streets. In 1855 the buihl- The First Baptist Church of New ing now in use on Federal Street was London was organized in 1804, by a constructed. It is a large and credit- colony from the Baptist Church of able edifice, and has just been re- Waterford. It was incorporated in paired and completely renovated at an 1885. The first meeting-house was expense of about •'?4.2(H). The jircs- erected in ISOtJ, on Pearl Street, near ent parsonage, (37 Hempstead Street, Union. Prior to that time services was purchased by the Ladies' Aid were held in the Court House. The Society in 1882. The Pastor of the present structure, a fine brick building t'ederal Street Methodist Episcopal with two towers of unequal height, is Church is Rev. Walter S. Mclntyrc: located at tiie corner of State and Trustees, F. E. Barker, D. E. Whiton,

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B. F. Starr. H. F. Rogers, J. A. Church is Rev. Thomas P. Joynt. Southard, J. H. Root, H. B. Smith, The Assistant Pastors are Rev. David George H. Holmes, and G. A. Ed- O'Donnell and Rev. John F. (Juinn. ge rton. The Unitarian Society, Minister,

The home of St. Mary's Star of the Rev. John Foster Tucker ; President, Sea Roman Catholic Church is an George P. Fenner, conducts a service elegant and ample granite structure, of preaching every Sunday evening at located on Huntington Street, near 7.30 o'clock in Lyric Hall, No. 241 Washington. It was completed in State Street. 1876, to replace St. Patrick's Church, In addition to New London's active on Truman Street, which had become chun'hes, whose pastorates are regu-

HOME OF THE YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION — STATE STREET.

The Young Men's Christian Association in New London Was Organized in 1867. In the Rear of the Building Shown in the Accompanying Illustration is the Gymnasium, a Fine Brick Structure, the Gift to the Association of Hon. George

F. Tinker. It is Well Equipped With Gymnasium Apparatus, and By Reason of Its Size and Arrangement Forms an Excellent Place in Which to Hold Socials and Entertainments. The President of the

Association is Hon. George F. Tinker: Vice-Presidents. A C. Woodruff. H. D. Stanton.

and George C. Strong ; Secretary. P. Leroy Harwood : General Secretary.

Richard W. Mansfield : Treasurer. Frank E. Barker. inadequate to the demand made upon larly supplied, are several church and it by the increasing congregation. religious bodies. The People's Chris- Just south of the church is the house tian Church, the Central Mission occupied by the Pastor and his assist- School, the Bradley Street Mission, ants; on its nortliern side is the fine the Young Men's Christian Associa- brick building of the Sisters of Mercy. tion, and others, are local organiza- At the west of the latter institution tions whose efforts along the lines of is the school building of the parish, a Christian work are productive of modern structure of commodious de- much that is for the common good sign. The Pastor of St. Mary's and welfare of the city.

(5) 49 50 NEW LONDON POST OFFICE—STATE STREET, CORNER UNION.

Postmaster. John McGinley : Assistant Postmaster, Franklin W. Dow.

Chapter 1lt).

NEW LONDON OF TO-DAY. FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS — SAVINGS AND NATIONAL BANKS — BANKERS AND BROKERS— POSTAL, TELEGRAPH AND TELEPHONE FACILITIES.

Upon its Financial Institutions and privileges as liberal as is compati- A city or town depends largel}- for much ble with consistent banking. The of its prosperit}', growtli, and desir- bank buildings are of either stone or

ability as a business or manufacturing brick, substantial and secure ; and their center. Tlie healthy condition of its vaults are strong, impervious to fire, financial organizations, and its ade- and supplied with modern appliances quate banking facilities are frequently for convenience and absolute security. (lemonstrative of the general prosperity I'heir boards of directors are composed and business status. of business men and manufacturers In her banks and other monetary in- who have at heart the city's best institutions, New London, the banking terests of business prosperity, enter-

cfenter of tlie adjacent towns and prise and progression ; men who stand countrysides, is particularly fortunate. ready to serve the reliable firms of the Her bank officers are in most instances present, and to further the establish- representatives of the first and best ment of future reputable and wide known New London families. The awake concerns. facilities offered the various business The history of New London's banks, concerns and manufacturing industries as compared with those of other cities, are extensive, aiid the accommodations is unique. New London was among

51 Ipicturesque 1Rew ILondon. the first six cities in the country to operative Building Bank, of Ne\\' number a l)anking house among their Yoi'k, F. H. Parmelee, Secretary and otlier business enterprises. Witli tlie Treasurer ; the l)rokerage firm of P. A. birth of the whaling industry as a Rogers & Company—C. F. Edney, prominent factor in the city's business local manager'—and the general insur- life, came the necessity of financially ance agencies of James H. Hill & assisting many of the wlialing agents Company, J. C. Learned & Sons, and captains. Then to the fore came James R. May and others, together the banks of New London, and the with many insurance companies of wisdom of extending such assistance, local representation, add materially to and the great benefit it has been to the the city's financial atmosphere and connnunit}-, is attested by the import- activity. ance to which the city attained as a whaling port, and by the wealth and The Postal, Telegraph, and consequent prosperit}' brought into it Telephone Facilities of New Lon- by tiiose engaged in the industry-. don are sufficient and commendable. While none of the banks of the city The Post Office Building, at the cor- are of more recent origin than 18(37, ner of State and Union streets, is com- the Union Bank, and the New London modious and well appointed, and the City National Bank, are the two oldest. clerical and carriers" force efficient The L'nion Bank, with a like institu- and courteous. The Postmaster is

tion in Hartford and New Haven, John McGinley ; Assistant Postmaster, chartered at the same session of the Franklin W. Dow. Legislature, is the oldest in the State. New London's position as a pro- It is credited, however, with having minent railroad center affords super- secured possession of its charter some- lative advantages in the matter of ^^•hat earlier than either the Hartford prompt and effective telegraphic com- or New Haven Bank. Its first Presi- munication. This city was among those dent was Jedediah Huntington: its early to avail themselves of the tele- first Cashier, .John Hallani. graph. In 1847. shortly after tJie suc- The New London Citj' National, cessful completion of the invention, a next in point of age, was incorporated company, formed of New London and in May, 1807. Its first President was Norwich citizens, connected the two Elias Perkins: first Cashier, Anthony cities l)y wire. The telegraph com- Thatcher. Then followed the Savings l^anies now operating in New London Bank of New London, which dates its are the Western Union, which has its existence from 1827, with Ezra Chap- offices in the L^nion Depot, and a sum- pell its first President: the National mer office at the Pequot House, and Whaling Bank, 1833, with Coddington the Postal Telegraph Caljle Company, Billings President, and Peter C. Tur- with offices at 5 Bank and 174 State ner Cashier; the National Bank of Street. Commerce, September, 18.52, first Pre- New London is furnished -Hith local sident Acors Barns, first Cashier, and long distance telephone conveni- Charles Butler, present President, ences by the Southern New England Charles Barns, present Cashier, Telephone Company, which has its

George B. Prest : and in 1867, the division headquarters in the Neptune Mariners' Savings P>ank of New Lon- Building. 20 State Street. Other public don, first President, Captain Daniel telephone stations in New London

Latham, first and present Treasurer, have their locations as follows : Hotel John E. Darrow. Winthrop, 10 State Street; Crocker

The Connecticut Building and Loan House, 174 State Street : and the State Association, of Hartford, the Co- Armory, 41 Washington Street.

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Tims it is apparent that in her Li 1818 the bank built the stone financial institutions and in her oppor- building it now occupies on State tunities of local and outside comnumi- Street. On March 28, 1865, it was cation, as well as by reason of her nu- voted to convert the Ijank into a merous other municipal jirivileges and National Banking Association, under accommodations, New London stands the general banking law of the LTnited well to the front with cities of similar States, but later, on January 10, 1882, population and advMUtages. it liquidated as a National institution, and the business since that period has The Union Bank is one of the been conducted as a State bank by oldest financial institutions in the the resumption of its charter of 1792. country. At Up to the pres- the time of its ent time, 1901, incorporation the bank has but five banks had but seven were in exist- presidents and ence in t h e seven cashiers. United States; Mr. Robert one each in the Coit, the pres- cities of New ent incumbent, York, Boston, assumed the Philadelphia, Presidency in Baltimore and 1893. J. Law- Providence. As rence Chew, the early as Feb- [)resentCashier, ruary 10, 1792, was elected to a meeting was that office in held at Miner's 188.5. Tavern on This old insti-

Bank Street, t u t i o n, the when a com- Union Bank, mittee CO m- e n joys in a posed of men of marked degree property inter- the confidence ests and busi- of the pulilic on ness standing the ground of was appointed to present useful- institute l)ank a THE UNION BANK— bl STATE STREET. ness alone,

in New London Established in 1792. apart from any and obtain suIh consideration scriptions to the stock. At the May which may be due to its extreme ag-e session of the Connecticut legislature or the services it has rendered the in 1792, a charter was obtained, pro- business comnamity in the pjist. viding for a capital of .1100,000, and an authorized capital of .^500, 000. New London in 1807 was the only The bank at once began business in a city in Connecticut that had two banks brick building on the upper part of —the New London B.\nk, incor- Water Street, owned at the time by porated in May of that year, and the Edw. Hallam & Company. During Union, incorporated in 1792—Hart- the year, seven other banks in various ford, New Haven, Middletown, Nor- parts of the country ol)tained tlieir wich and Bridgeport being each served charters. by one bank only. The population of

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New London was then less than 3.300 tioned Edward Hallam. William and the desire of the community for Williams. William P. Cleveland, greater hanking facilities than the Isaac Thompson. Coddington Billings, Union Bank could afford must have Thomas W. Williams, Noyes Barber, grown out of the fact that this city Jonathan Coit, N. S. Perkins, Noyes was then just fairly beginning to en- Billings, William H. Chapman, Eras- gage in whale fishing, and the future mus D. Avery and Richard H. Chapell. importance and magnitude of that To one familiar with the old New trade could even then be foreseen. London families, names like these in- The building and fitting out of whale tlicate how f ulh- our foremost business ships required the use of large sixms of men have been identified witli the

money ; and, during the long vo3-ages bank. of one, two or three j'ears, the banks In 1865 this institution was re-or- had often virtually to carry some of ganized under the Fnited States laws the ship owners and some of the local and became the New London City merchants. It is not easy to over- National Bank. Its most recent state- estimate the value of the assistance ment shows its capital, surplus and rendered by the banks of New London, profits to be about •>160,000 and its not only in the whaling ventures, but deposits about >=350,000. Its present in other enterprises that have tended officers are William Belcher, Presi- to promote the steady, healthy growth dent; Herliert L. Crandall, Vice- which New London has enjoyed during President; William H. Rowe, Cashier; the last hundred years. and, associated with these as Directoi-s, The record of the New London Walter Learned, Philip C. Dunford, Bank has been an excellent one during George C. Strong, S. A. Goldsmitli. the 93 years of its existence. Within F. S. Newcomb, Samuel Belden, that period it has weathered many Arthur Keefe. The other officers are financial storms, and its management Frank E. Barker, Assistant Cashier;

has been proved to be wise and capa- Frank S. Greene. Teller : John R. ble in a very marked degree. A list Latham, Clerk. of those who have been officers of this The stone building on Bank Street, bank would include many of New occupied by the New London Citj" London's most prominent and success- National Bank, has perhaps been ful citizens. Henry P. Haven. Presi- longer used for banking purposes than dent of the bank in 1876, J. N. Harris, any other in the State. Erected in its President from 1876 to 1896, and 1820. of native granite, it stands to- Asa Otis, a Director from 1834 to 18.59 ilay as sturdy and strong as when first are allwidelyknown for the many public completed, and presents now probably benefactions that have come from their much the same outward appearance

large fortunes. Elias Perkins, Elisha tliat it did then. It is indeed one of Denison, Jacob B. Gurlej-, Ezra Chap- the quaint features of Picturesque pell. Elijah F. Duttoul Albert N. New London. Very characteristic it Ramsdell and Richard N. Belden each is of tlie old town—the building and occupied the office of President of the the way in which it has been dealt with

bank : and the Cashiei-s have been by its owners. In every pai't it shows

Anthonv Thatcher. Elijah F. Dutton. its age : and yet it is not thrown aside Rielianl X. Behlen. Edwin R. Belden and discarded. It has been kept in and William H. Rowe. Of these, four use and made comfortable and con- have served in that capacity for twenty venient for the needs of to-day. Its years or more. vaidt is the original structure, built of Among othei-s, who liave been immense granite slabs —top and sides directors of this bank, mav be men- and floor, but brought up to all modern

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jpicturesque 1Rew Uondon* requirements by the best steel lining, 1898 the capacity of the Bank was by massive doors, a time lock and an doubled by another addition. The electric burglar alarm. And the man- Bank's growth has overtaken this in- agement of the bank, too, is typical of creased capacity, and within a year or the New London business man: pru- two another addition will be put on. dent, conservative, slow to change, The financial growth of the Savings proud of the city's past and of all Bank of New London has been steady that has been good and creditable in and rapid. Its gain during the past her history, and yet alive to the fiscal year was 1445,954. Its deposit- opportunities of the present, and reach- ors number about 9865. ing out to get a share of the prosper- From the outset the Directors of ity that has of late been coming to the Bank have been citizens of New New London in the rapid growth of Lon

'J'lie Presi- The Sav- dents of the ings Bank liank have OF New Lon- been Ezra don was in- (' h appe 11, corporated in K b e n e z e r May, 1827. Learned. There were Robert Coit, at this time and the pres- but three ent incum-

S a V i n g s bent, William Banks in the H. Chapman. State of Con- The Treas- n e c t i c u t : urers have The Society been Robert for Savings, Coit, Joseph in Hartford C. Sistare, WILLIAM BELCHER, The Middle- Francis C President New Londo n City National Banlt town Savings Learned,

Bank ; and The Norwich Savings Joshua C. Learned, and the present Society. The incorporators met in Treasurer, Walter Learned. The de- June of that year, and Ebenezer posits of the Bank are now over Learned was chosen President of the •'16,500,000. Bank and Robert Coit Treasurer. It is worthy of note that the present The business of the Bank was tran- Assistant Treasurer, George Whitney, sacted in tlie l)anking room of The is the great grandson of the second LTnion Bank. President of the Bank. In 1852, the Bank having outgrown It has been conservative in its the limited accommodations which management, and even in times of could be afforded by the Union Bank, panic it has promptly paid to its de- the Trustees built on Main Street, on positors, on demand. the site now occupied by the Bank. It is now seventh in size among the Tlie new building proving inadeipiate, banks of the State, and is second to in 189.5 one addition was made and in none in its financial stabilit}'.

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Captain William H. Allen, who sterling qualities could not be hidden. resides on Thames Street, in Grot on, They have been particularly manifest is a familiar figure in tliis section of since his leaving the sea a number of Connecticut. He unassuming!}- bears years ago, and settling down to a less the fame of having made the most suc- hazardous, but quite as useful life cessful voA'age on record in the annals ashore. of the whaling industry. This was in Captain Allen is the son of Gris- 186.3, when, in command of the good wold and Betsey Allen. He was born ship " Onward," he cruised in the in Lebanon, Connecticut, October 9th, Eastern Sea. and the Yellow, Japan, 1826. In his early 1)oyhood days he and Okhotsk seas, and off the Cali- worked at farming until 14 or 15 fornia coast. On years of age, this voj^age he when he em- captured 134 barked as cucik whales, the catch aV)oard a fishing netting 6,837 smack. This fos- barrels of oil, and tered within him 62.000 pounds of such a fondness whalebone. Thi> for the sea, that cargosold for tin- at 16 years of princely sum o1 age he shipped $417,000, of in the whaler which Captain "Robert Bowne" Aliens share and his first was •*39,836. step in a life of Many of Captain successful sea- Allen's voy- manship was ages have been taken. In Aug- fraught with ust. 1858, he adventures married Georgi- strange and thril- ana daughter of ling, but aboni Olando Bailey, of these lie is mod- (rroton. They est and reticent. have two sons Of his 45 3'ears and one daughter

of active sea- living : one son infancy. faring life, he CAPTAIN WILLIAM H. ALLEN, died in was 2.5 years a President Mariners' Savings Banl< of New London. In matters af- commander. And fecting the good through many a tempestuous gale, of his connnunity, Captain Allen is through many imminent and unfoi^een zealous and faithful He has represent- perils of the deep, he has piloted his ed his town in the General Assembly, ship with the instinct of the true sailor and for 12 years has served on the Gro- and the knowledge of the experienced ton Board of Selectmen. He is a thirty- navigator. second degree Mason, a member of the The Captain has made whaling Order of the Mystic Shrine of Bridge- cruises from New Bedford and New port, Connecticut, and Commodore of London. He speaks very highly of the famous Jibboom Club of New the firms in whose interest,s he made London, which numbers on its rolls his voyages. Of the light in which 323 members. Since retiring from they regarded him he modestly refrains the sea he has shown the same integrity from speaking. But his worth and and foresight in business affairs that

:>{j Ipicturcsque 1Rew Uondon. characterized liis maritime pursuits. (;)ne of the Oldest and Best He is President of the Mariners' Sav- Known of New London's financial in- ings Bank, of New London, one of the stitutions is the National Whaling strongest financial institutions in the Bank, located on Bank Street, near

State ; and, tor the matter of tliat, one State. It dates its existence from of the strongest in many states. 1833, when it was chartered as a The Mariners' Bank was establislied State bank. In 1865 it was changed in 1867, and derived its name from from a State to a National l)ank. the fact that it was originally intended At the time of the organization of to benefit seafaring men, although, of the National Whaling Bank in 1833, course, the intention was not that its and for some years subsequent to that deposits should be exclusively con- time. New London figured prominently fined to mar- as a whaling iners. Since port, and as its estab- the industry lishment, called for nearly, this increased Bank has banking fa- had for its cilities and S e ore tary grew in im- and Treas- portance, it u r e r , 'Sir. seemed ap- John E. Dar- propriate to r o w . T h e name in its Bank's con- honor one of dition and the principal the facts sur- 1) a n k i u g rounding it liouses of the are remark- city. able. Its de- The Whal- posits, No- i n g Ban k vember 1st, occupies its 1900, were own build- .$2,190,000. ing, a sub-

Its surplus SEBASTIAN D. LAWRENCE, s t a n t i a 1 at that date, President of the Natio nal Whaling Bank. structure,

113 9,600. w h i c h i n Recorded on its books are 4,195 open point of solidity and security tyi)i- accounts. The average individual de- fies the qvuilities possessed by the posit is i585. It has less than 90 institution proper. Some conception accounts that exceed #-3,000, and but of its sound status, and of its success- one that is in excess of #10,000. These ful past may be gathered by a con- facts speak for themselves. The Direct- sideration of the following statement. ors of the Mariners' Savings Bank are Capital, 1150,000 ; surplus, #40,000 ;

William H. Allen, W. L. Peckham, undivided profits, #114,000 ; annual Charles W. Strickland, Thomas A. dividends for the jjast 40 years, 10 per Miner, Frederick S. Neweoml), George cent. The President of the National C. Strong, John Hopson, Richard C. Whaling Bank is Sebastian D. Law- Morris, James P. Johnston, Horace C. rence; Cashier, Belton A. Copp. The Lamphere, Albert R. Darrow, Isaac Directors are S. D. Lawrence, S. H. W. Thompson, Frederick S. Parmelee, Miner, B. A. Copp, C. J. Viets, and and George E. Starr. D. N. Copp.

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Mr. Charles Fkederick Edney, his first location with them being manager for F. A. Rogers & Company, Hartford, Connecticut. He soon ac- commission stock brokers, 18 ami 11' quired a national reputation as an Neptune Building, New London, is a expert telegrapher. native of Weyljridge, Surrey County. In 1898 he again entered the em- England, wliere he was Ijorn in 1875. ploy of the Associated Press, and He is the son of Thomas Randall worked their heaviest circuit out of Edney, of the old Somerset family of New York. In the same year, at the that name. national telegraphic contest held at In 1884. with his parents, he located Madison Square Garden, New York in Canada, and received his education City, he was awarded the first prize in the pul^lic schools of Sherbrooke, for rapid sending. (Quebec. At an Mr. Edney be- early age he was came connected in theSherl)rooke with the brok- Works of the erage firm of F. Edison Electric A. Rogers & Companj'. C o m p a n y i n He entered the 1S99. and opened employ of the their New Lon-

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['nited States CHARLES F. EDNEY, snts at various was with the Manager for F. A. Rogers & Company. points in the Western In ion United States Telegraph Company, at White River Their advices on cotton are largely Junction, Vermont, where he was (luotcd by papers in the cotton belt. emploj-ed for three years. In 1892 The New York offices of the firm are he was in the service of the Boston at 38 Wall street, and their Boston and Maine Railroad as ticket agent offices are located in the Ames Building. at Lakeport, New Hampshire, and In ()ctol)er, 1900, Mr. Edney was later as station agent at West Leb- married to Miss Cora Esther Palmer, anon. He was with the Postal daughter of Frank Hazen Palmer, a Telegrapii Companv in Bostou, in well known manufacturer of Brooklyn, 1898, and on the Boston Globe staff New York. Their residence is on in 1X94, operating their special New Willett* Avenue. He is a member of York wire. Subsequently he accepted the Thames and Entre Nous clubs, of a position with the Associated Press, New London.

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NEW LONDON OF TO-DAY. THE MANUFACTORIES OF NEW LONDON — MANUFACTURERS WHOSE ABILITY, COURAGE AND INDUSTRY HAVE AIDED IN BUILDING UP AND MAINTAINING THE QTY OF TO-DAY.

does both, and in her extensive, well equipped larger factories, in the busy, ambitious enterprise of her smaller manufacturing plants, as well as by her admiralile location as a port and watering place, her

position is extremely fortunate and congratulatory. Closely identified with manufacturing in New Lon- don are men of public spirit, energy, progressiveness and foresight. Men who are anxious to place their citj' on a plane with others, whose industrial activity and scope have won for them renown and wealth. And it is safe to say that most of tliem en- tertain solicitude regarding ISRAEL F. BROWN, New London's standing as a Founder of the Brown Cotton Gin Company. commercially productive New London, from the days of its community, as well as for the con- early history a seaport, and in the dition of their business and per- summer season of tlie present a resort sonal bank accounts. Because of this of the pleasure-seeker, has not the desire to see the city grow in import- fame as a manufacturing center that ance and in touch with the various attaches to many of the inland cities trade channels of the world, and by of New England. But it does not reason of the growing tendency to follow that the city is without valu- liberality evinced by the Municipal able manufacturing industries; indeed, Government, and by the praiseworthy manufactories it has of variety and efforts of The New London Board of magnitude It is with municipalities Trade along the lines of modern busi-

with individuals ; to few may be ness progression. New London is in- ascribed all the attributes. Not often dustrially advancing. Slowly it may does a city enjoy a wide reputation as be, bat surely and with certainty, a summer outing place, and at the nevertheless, the growth goes on. To same time stand for a manufacturing the unobservant eye this progress may center of importance. New London not be particularly apparent. The

oQ Ipicturcsque 1Rew Uondon* erection, in rapid sequence, of manu- and crochet silks, eomnion embroidery factory after manufactory is not tiie silk, machine and button-hole twist, necessary immediate effect of healthy, skein sewings, silk serges, Merveilleux, steady growth, although additional Satin de Chines, and plain and change- factory buildings must be the ulti- able Taffetas. The company has sales- mate result. The present increase is rooms in New York City, Philadel- cliiefly in the additional facilities, ex- phia, Boston and Baltimore, and selling tent and business of the concerns agents in Chicago, St. Louis, Cincin- already active here. It is true also nati, San Francisco, and St. Johns, that firms from abroad have recently Province of Quebec, Canada. In its located in New London and its envi- employ are more than 800 factory rons. They are of great importance' handsl Its capital is f640,0(M). and will play a strong part in the Located on Pequot Avenue, south manufacturing evolution of the city. of the junction of Willett's Avenue, Others will come, and will be wel- Shaw and Howard streets, are the come, more than welcome : and on works of the Brown Cotton Gin Com- them much will depend. But the jjany, iron founders, machinists and foundations laid by the manufacturers woodworkers. President and Treas- of the past, the additions to and re- urer, Edward T. Brown : Secretary, erections on those foandations b^- their Geoige T. Brown. The Brown Cot- earnest successors of the present, must ton Gin Company was incorporated in be regarded as the "backbone," as May, 1865, by Israel F. Brown, Dr. the assurance of permanence, and as Charles Osgood of Michigan, Gilbert the sure and healthy basis on which Osgood and Jolin L. Devotion. It shall rest the manufacturing future of manufactures cotton gins and linting New London. machines for oil mills. It is one of Compared with otiier lines of manu- the principal concerns of its kind in facture, that of modern printing press the L^nited States and employs about construction is re j) resented by very few 300 skilled mechanics. cities. Prominent among these is New The R. T. Palmer Company, largest London. The fine presses manufac- manufacturers of bed comfortables in tured here bear a world-wide reputa- the world, was incorijorated in 1888. tion, aiul carry the name of New Its immense plant, bordering on Wash- Jjondon, as a city of manufactures, to ington and Metliodist streets, com- many quarters of the globe. prises eight large brick buildings. Manj' large manufactories, whose The President of The R. T. Palmer products are widely sold and well Company is Tyler R. Palmer, of New known for their excellence, have their York; Treasurer and Secretary, Reu- offices and plants in New London. ben T. Palmer, Jr., of New London.

The factories of the Brainerd & Arm- The Directors are : Tyler R. Palmer, strong Company, silk manufacturers, Reul)en T. Palmer. Sr., Reuben T. have their location on Church and Palmer, Jr., and E. H. Hamilton. Union streets, nearly in the center of J ust south of Shaw's Cove, on Ham- the city, and at the junction of Coit ilton, Oak and Howard streets, are and Canal streets. This company was the offices, foundry and machine works established in 1867. Its officers are : of the Hopson & Chapin Manufactur-

Ira Dimock, President ; L. O. Smith, ing Company, established in 1878. It Vice-President; Benjamin A. Arm- is engaged in founding, and in the strong, Treasurer, and Benjamin L. manufacture of boilers and radiators Armstrong, Secretary. Its manufac- for heating liy the hot water system. tures comprise wash eml)roidery silks, The shops of The Hopson & Chapin spool sewing, stamped linens, knitting Compau}- are extensive. Its products

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Ipicturcsquc 1Rcw Uondon. are high grade, and \videl3' and most The goods of this lirm of cracker favorably known. Tlie President and manufacturers are known from New Treasurer of tlie eonipany is John Brunswick to Key West, and clear to Hopson; Secretary, Chas. W. Chapiu; the Pacific coast. The business was Superintendent. William T. Hopson. established in 1831 by the late C. D. The D. E. Whiton Machine Com- Boss, father of C. D. Boss, the present pany, 59 Howard Street, was founded sole proprietor. The buildings it oc- in West Stafford, Connecticait, in 1856, cupies have a frontage on Water by David E. Wliiton. The concern Street, and cover in extent an entire removed to New London in 18S6, and block. Everything in the line of was incorporated in the same year. crackers, Inscuit, bread and cake is Its fine offices and shops on Howard manufactured here, of a (j^uality and Street were erected in 1886, and by excellence unsurpassed. their extent and admirable neatness After a long experience with lead- of appearance, reflect credit upon the ing granite firms in the wholesale and Company. The Whiton Company retail trade, and realizing that New manufactures gear cutting and center- London demanded, and afforded par- ing machines, and drill and lathe ticular advantages for, the establish- chucks, for which it finds a market ment of a marble and granite concern, throughout the entire country. Its Frank M. Ladd founded in June,

President is David E. Whiton ; Sec- 1900, an industry of that nature at retary and Treasurer, L. E. Whiton. 204 Bank Street. Mr. Ladd has had In 1853 The New London Gas Com- under his supervision some of the pany, now The New London Gas and linest granite and marble construction Electric Company, was incorporated, in the country. He has installed in with the privilege, granted by the his present works special, improved Municipal Government, of exclusively machinery. Competent designers and supplying the city with gas for fifteen workmen are employed to bring the years from the date of its incorpora- product manufactured up to the high- tion. The results attained to by the est standard. That this is being ac- company, however, were so gratifying complished is evidenced by the large as to secure to it the entire subsequent amount of ornamental stone work that lighting. As successors to the Oneco has been turned out and erected since Manufacturing Company, it also oper- the inception of tlie business. ates as engine builders, and in general The Morgan Iron Works, incorpor- machine work and engine repairing. ated in 1893, has its plant and ship-

Its offices are at 29 Main Street ; its yard at Fort Neck. The President of gas and electric plant, and machine the Company is Ricardo R. Morgan; shop and docks are located on Water Secretary, Elias F. Morgan. Street. Robert Coit is President of The manufacture in New London the Company: Vice-President, Au- of artificial ice on a large scale is c'ar- gvistus Brandegee ; Treasurer, A. JNI. ried on l)y the New London Brewing Young; General Manager, A. G. H. Companv — wliich was incorporated Hunt. October' 4th, 1899 — at its Winthrop In nearly any grocery, j^rovision Spring Hygeia Ice Plant, incorporated store or bakery dealer's establishment and in operation one year previous. —in whatever section of the country The officers of the Company are one may happen to enter, if he be a Rudolph F. Haffenreffer, Jr., Presi- New Londoner, he is almost certain dent: Henry Stender, Vice-President; to be reminded of home by some box C'harlcs H. Leinert, Treasurer and or barrel bearing the legend "C. D. General Manager, and Frank L. Boss & Son, New London, Conn." George, Secretary.

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As FINE Printing Machinery as made by the Babcock Company, and CAN BE BUILT is made in New Lou- is the best two-revolution press built. don, by The Babcock Printing Press Some of the finest printing done by Manufacturing Company, located on Harper & Bros., who are noted for Pequot Avenue. Organized in 1882, fine w(u-k. is done ujdou the Babcock by men tliorouglily conversant with "Optimus" presses. This Press was tiie business, their products have been exhibited at the Paris Exposition in of such excellent quality, so accurate 1900, and awarded a gold medal. The in mechanical construction and so Company also received the highest complete in original design, that they award for their exhiltit at the World's have forced themselves into the front Fair, Chicago, in 1893. rank of Press Builders, and their ma- The President of the Companj- is cliines are found in many of the best Mr. George P. Fenner, of New Lon- printing offices in the United States, don. Mr. Natlian Babcock, of West- Canada, Mexico, South America, England, Scandi- navia, Russia, China, Australia and the Sandwich Islands. The name of the Babcock Com- pany has become a synonym for the highest grade of printing machinery, honestly built and fairly sold. They bull d mam' kinds and sizes of cylinder presses, for all grades of print- SECTION OF THE PRESS-ROOM OF HARPER & BROTHERS, ing, from their NEW YORK. smallest press, weighinor two and one-half tons, to the erly, is the Secretary and Treasurer. big web newspaper machine, weighing The New York office of the Company sixteen tons. There is no clearness of is at 38 Park Row. Barnhart Bros, type, delicacy of tint or strength of i^' Spindler, Chicago, General Western color known to the printer's art that Agents. .John Haddon & Co., Lon- cannot be produced with the Babcock don, England, Agents for Great Brit- Presses. ain. Agents for Scandinavia, Finland Trade names, which are known and Russia, Aktiebolaget Mekanikus. wherever good printing is done, have Stockholm, Sweden, ilexican Agents, been given to the different presses. Fundicion ISIexicana de Tipos, Cit}- of The illustration represents a section Mexico. Tlie results obtained fi"om of the press room of Harper & Bros.. tliis company's presses are such that New York, showing a line of " Opti- for firnuiess of impression, accuracy in mus" presses. The " Optimns " is register, and excellence of distribution, one of the most popular maclunes they leave nothing to be desired.

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FRANK M. LADD. 204 BANK STREET. NEW LONDON. CONNECTICUT. MANUFACTURER AND IMPORTER OF GRANITE. MARBLE AND FREESTONE.

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of paper boxes, and operates a print- York ; Secretary, Jules A. Montant,

ing department, in which is carried of Xew York : Agent and Superin- on an extensive business in every tendent, Alonzo W. Sholes, of New variety of book and job printing. London. The President and Treasurer is A. The New London Wash Silk Com- Kingsbury, of South Coventry, t'on- pany, 30 Hempstead Street, dates its

PLANT OF THE BINGHAM PAPER BOX COMPANY -12 MOUNTAIN AVENUE.

Printers, and Manufacturers of Paper Boxes. neeticut: General Manager, William inrorporation from January, 18 94. Kingsbury, of New London. President and Treasurer, C. C. Knowl-

In the Harris Building, 59 State ton, of Brooklyn, New York ; \'ice- Street, are the offices of The Palmer President and Manager, Robert Smith,

Brothers Company, incorporated in of New London : Secretary, George 1899. President," Frank L. Palmer: A. Hannnond. of Putnam, Conn. Vice-President, Elisha L. Palmer: The I..3'on Lmbrella Company was Secretary and Treasurer, George S. incorporated in January, 1900. Its Palmer. The Palmer Brothers are large President is Fraidc .\. Miinsey; manufacturers of quilts, with mills at \'ice-President, Amasa Lyon, of New

Montville, Oakdale and Fitchville. York ; Secretary, Bernard C. Lyon of

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NEW LONDON OF TO-DAY.

CITY GOVERNMENT-THE NEW LONDON BOARD OF TRADE—DISTINGUISHED MEN OF THE PAST AND PRESENT—THE NEW LONDON PRESS.

witli the City Government, and takes a ffincere interest in everthing which will advanee the welfare of this growing city. The Senior Alderman, who presides over the Board in the Mayor's absence, and who would succeed him in case of death, is elected annually liy the Aldermen. Alfred 11. Chai)j)ell, one of the progressive and most experienced members of the Board, was elected to the position in October, 1900. The members of the Board are: R. H. (iunn. E. M. Sweeney and H. P. Bullard from the First Ward; C. H. Morris, C. Royce Boss and A. H. Chappell from the Second; P. C. Eggleston, G. C. Morgan and James R^May from the third: W. P. McBride, T. R. Murray and H. S. Dorsey from the Fourth: F. M. Ladd, C. D. Twome}- and (ieorge H.Thomas JOHN McGINLEY, from the Fifth Ward, and Charles Journalist. Editor. Postmaster of New London, and Prentis, L. President of ttie New London Board of Trade. Edwin DaSilva and Chaun- cey B. McCreery, Aldermen-at-Large. New London is an inde[)endent city The New London Boakd of Trade ill politics. One party carries the mu- was organized in 1885. The progres- nicipal election about as frequently as sive men of New London very generallj^ the other. City officers are elected joined it, and its officers have been annually the first Monday in October. chosen from the class favoring an Tiie Mayor. City Clerk, and Treasurer, enterprising policy in public and busi- and the members of the Board of ness affairs. The origin of many Aldermen, liold office three years. favoraljle changes are attributable to One-third of the Board is elected the Board. Its officers are: John yearly, the others holding over. There McGinley, President: Edward S. are five wards, each entitled to three Neilan, First Vice-President; Francis Aldermen. In addition, to cover a N. Branian, Second Vice-President; State law, three Selectmen are elected Walter Fitzmaurice, Secretary; George annually . Under the city charter they B. Prest, Treasurer. are, ex-offieio, memljers of the Board, To the country's roll of distin- and are known as Aldermen-at-Large. guished, eminent, and able men New The present Mayor, Hon. M. Wilson London has added her quota. Among Dart, was elected in October, 1900. them have been John Winthrop, Jr., He has been for some vears connected the founder of the town of New

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London, and Govenior of the Colony: addition to several local bequests, and Gurdon Saltonstall. who was also Dr. Seth Smith, a wealthy druggist,

Governor in 1708 : Bishop Samuel Sea- who left *250,000 to endow the Old burv, Bishop of Connecticut and Rhode Ladies" Home, have won a large niche Island, the first American Bishop: Cap- in the Temple of Fame, Kindly Re- tain Nathan Hale, the jaatriot: General membrance and Gratitude. The late Jedediah Huntington, first Collector Charles Augustus Williams, j\Iayor of of the Port of New l^ondon, a soldier New London from 188o to 1888, whose of the Revolution and Aid to (General personal efforts in effecting the removal Washington. Gen. Joseph A. Mower, of tlie graves from the old cemetery one of the bravest of Slierman's com- wliich once occupied the ground at manders on "The the corner of March to tlie Broad and Hemp- Sea," and a noted stead streets — Indian fighter, now Williams was of New Lon- Memorial Park don birth, (ien- resulted in giving eral Grant ranked the public a him second only charming outing to General Sher- spot, was a bene- man in fighting factor who cannot a hi 1 ity and in- be forgotten. trepidity. Hon. The name of Henry P. Haven, Sebastian D. to whom the city I^awrence repre- is indeljted for sents a line of its fine Pul)lic r e n o w n e d and Library, was a honored mer- merchant whose chants whose ships had sailed enterprises have over many a sea. added much to jr c a r r i ng the the wealth of name of Ncax New London. London into all His public gifts ports of the THE LATE HENRY P. HAVEN, show his love for world. Jonathan Founder of the New London Public Library. the city: The

Newton Harris, Reproduced from a Bronze Relief. Executed by Augustus S 1 die rs' and another success- St. Gaudens. and Inserted in a Panel of the Sailors' Monu- Porch, near the Library Entrance. ful New London ment, on the merchant, by the gift of f10,000 for Parade, and the Firemen's Monument, the founding of Memorial Hospital, at the head of State Street, are fine lai'ge bequests to the Second Congre- tributes to the heroic men of the past, gational Church, placing the income and objects of special interest to from the Harris Building in the hands everyone. The bequests of Hon. of trustees to be distributed l)y them for (ieorge F. Tinker to the Bulkeley beneficent purposes; Jonathan Coit, School, Memorial Hospital, and Young by his gifts, amounting to $42,000, Men's Christian Association, entitle to the poor and to the churches him to the warm corner lie holds in Ezra Chappell, by many acts of benev- tlie affection of the people of New olence; Asa Otis, in generously London. Miss Frances Manwarino; bequeathing $1,150,000 to the Ameri- Caulkins, in writing and pul)lishing can Board of Foreign ]\Iissions, in Iter admirable "Historj' of New Ipicturesque 1Rew 3London»

London," honored the city and lier- Honorable Jonathan Newton self . Mr. J. Lawrence Cliew has given Harris died in October, 189(;. He the public much pleasure in sharing was for many years a distinguished with them the fruits of liis research citizen of New London. His belief in among the romantic traditions and tlie high destiny of the city was memories of old New London. Mr. evinced by the numerous charities he Walter Learned, President of the generously endowed, in the substan- New Loudon Street Railway Company tial business block on State Street, and Treas- which Ijeais urer of the his name, in Savings tlie elegant Bank of residence he New Lon- occupied don, is a on B r o a d writer of Street, and consideral)le in the many distinction. li a n kin g, His histori- commercial, cal address, and manu- delivered on facturing- the occasion interests of the Two w ii i c h he Hundred aided with and Fiftieth both means - A n n i V e r and counsel. sary of New He was London, in born in Sa- 1896, was a lem, Conn., s c h o 1 a r 1 y Nov. 18 th, oration. 1815, and Rev. S. Le- was the Roy Blake, sixth in de- I). D., pastor scent from of the First James Har- Church of ris who re- Christ, is sided in Bos- also entitled ton, Mass., to honorable in 1666, and m e n t i o n who after- THE LATE HON. JONATHAN NEWTON HARRIS. among local wa r ds lo- his tor ic al Mr Harris was One of New London's Foremost Business cated i n IMen and Philanthropists. writers. New Lon- He now has in press an exhaustive don about the year 1690 with his wife history of the First Church of Christ. and three sons, James, Asa, and Ex-Governor Thomas M. Waller, and Ephraim, dying here in 1715 at the the Hon. Augustus Brandegee, by age of 74 jears. reason of the positions they have Mr. Harris came to New London in attained in the community and the 1836 when about twenty years of age. country at large, through their legal He had received a thorough mercan- abilities, statesmanlike qualities and tile training, and after two years' strong personalities, may also be men- further experience here with the tioned with pride by New Londoners. leading business house of that day,

75. Ipicturcsquc 1Rew Uondon. conimeneetl his career as a iiiercliant. ing the legislation of the period. Tlie original tiriii name was J. N. While Mr. Harris was jNIayor of the Harris, cliangin;^ in after years to City, in 1861, the Civil War "broke out Harris & Brown, Harris, Ames iV Co., between the North and South. He and Harris, Williams & Co. In ISlio was enabled by virtue of his position Mr. Harris retired, to be at liberty to to render the most valuable assistance care for other and larger linancial to the Government, and more particu- interests. In 1848 he fonnded the larly to Governor William A. Buck- firm of J. N. Harris & Co., of Cincin- ingham, and the State of Connecticut. nati, and, associated with other gentle- He was a man of strong religious men, did a large bnsiness with the nature, and took a deep interest in merchants of the Snntli and West. everything tending to uplift and benefit In 1862. and tlie years fullowing. the fallen and down-trodden. During in conjunction with Mr. Hill, of Phila- the Reliellion, when Fort Trumbull delphia, he operated very successfully was the rendezvous for recruits gath- the Hill & Harris Coal Mines at ered for the United States Army, Mr. Mahoney City, Penn. He was also Harris gave his best tlioughts and one of the organizers, and for several efforts to the Sunday services which years President, of The Medical Man- were held at this fortification. He ufacturing Co. at Montreal, and a was an earnest friend to the Young director in the Davis & Lawrence Co. Men's Christian Association, and of that city. For over twenty years Chairman of the Connecticut State he was President of the New London Executive Committee in 1875. He City National Bank, a member of the was an early friend and ardent sup- Board of Directors of the Bank of porter of the late Dwight L. Moody, Commerce of this city for several and aided substantially in founding years, and an active director of the the Mount Hermon Scliool and the New London & Northern Railroad, Northfield Seminary. In 18U3 he was the New London Steamboat Company, President of the school. His zeal and of several other important enter- found field for further expression in prises. While engaged in the duties helping religion and education in connected with these varied industries Japan. In 1889 he founded and he yet found time to serve the public endowed the Harris School of Science interest as a member of the city gov- at Kioto, Japan, with a munificent ernment for a numl)er of years, as a gift of one hundred thousand dollars. popular Mayor of New London from His chui-ch home was the Second 1856 to 1862, as Representative to Congregational, where he was one of tlie State Legislature in 1855, and as the deacons. The help which he gave Senator in the Upper House in 1864. privately to many people in their He served as Chairman of the Joint times of need was almost unbounded. Standing Committee on Banks during The Memorial Hospital, on Garfield this session. An act was passed en- Avenue, the Harris Building, on State abling the State banks to organize Street — the net income from which is under the National banking law while devoted to educational, charitable, and still retaining their rights under their religious purposes — are enduring- old charters, so that they might at any monuments to his thoughtful care time thereafter, without further legis- for others. lation, withdraw from the National Mr. Harris was a man of exception- organization and return to their pre- ally prepossessing personal appearance, vious methods. His wide financial blessed with a strong, intellectual experience was of inestimable value face, a fine physique, and a dignified at this particular junc'ture, in shap- and courtly bearing.

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Di:. W. W. Sheffield, son of Rev. He stood at the head of his piofess-

John Shefifield, was born in North ion in New England, and in time, as

Stonington on April 2:!d, 18"27. He his name and skill liecanie known in came to New London in 1852, and a wider field, he took rank with the began his career as a dentist in the most prominent dentists in the United office and under the tutelage of Dr. J. States. Of his practice it may be

A. G. Comstock of this city, and later said that it embraced the entire

on was in the offices of and received country, his patients coming from all

i n s t r u c- sections. tion from He pos- Dr. Char- sessed les Allen inventive and Dr. genius of D.H.Por- a high or-

t e r of der, and New York with h >s

City, two na t ur al of the abilities, most emi- t r a i n e d nent men andbroad- in the e n e d by dental scientific profession study, his at that great use- period, fulness and un- w as much question- augment- ably the ed ; a n d best au- to him the thority at d e n t a 1 that time. profession

He was is greatly after- THE LATE DOCTOR WASHINGTON W. SHEFFIELD. indebted. wards He was graduated a man of from the Ohio College of Dentistry, striking appearance, distinguished the first dental college established in manners, and genial kindness. He the United States. His success as a carried his years lightly until stricken practitioner is too well known to need with paralysis, from whicli he never comment; his name and fame were recovered. national, and his practice grew to large He died full of years, loved and proportions. honored by all who knew him. (picturesque 1Rew ILondon,

New London is Favored with in a building especially erected for its remarkably good newspapers. One of accommodation by the Chappell Com- the leading institutions of the city is pany. It occupies three floors of this THE DAY. printed each evening, structure. which was founded in July. 1881, by The Morning Field of New Lon- don and adjacent territoiy is successfully catered to by THE .AR)RN1NG TELEGRAPH, which was founded in 1885. The Telegraph has always been Democratic in its politics, in fact it is the only Democratic paper that has been successfully maintained in East- ern Connecticut in the past quarter of a century. The field for a morning paper in New London and surrounding towns is an excellent one, and recent changes in the management of the paper denote that this field will be carefully looked after in the future. The Telegraph receives the complete THEODORE BODENWEIN, report of the Associated Press over its Proprietor of the New London Day. own leased wires and prints all the world's news while it is fresh, and the late John A. Tibbets. The Day frequentl)^ in advance of the big originally was a morning paper and saw metropolitan papers. many changes and viscissitudes in the Its offices and editorial rooms are early part of its life, always, however, very conveniently located at 8 Green extending its repntation. Street, a few doors from State Street, In 1891 it was purchased by Theo- the main thoroughfare of the city. dore Bodenwein, and since then has Since the recent inauguration of made steadj' progress in business, new methods and the use of modern circulation and influence. The Day mechanical facilities, the circulation is equipped with one of the best of The Telegraph has been increasing mechanical plants to be found in the very rapidly, and it is evident that the State, and is thoroughly up-to-date in held of the paper's influeni'C and value every way. It has a speciallj- leased is being greatly extended. wire of the Associated Press and covers Eastern Connecticut very thor- The New England Aljianac and oughly with a large staff of reporters. Farmers' Friend, commonly known Few papers are as thoroughly read as "Daboll's Almanac," is conqiiled by in their field as The Day. It is esti- David A. Daboll, of Center Groton, mated that one of every seven of the and piiblished by L. E. Daboll, 94 inhabitants of the section which it State Street. New London. It has legitimately can claim as its Held, buys been published annually for over one the paper each evening. hundred years by some descendant of It is Republican in politics and the original publisher, Nathan Daboll. wields considerable political influence. It is widely used and relied upon by The business of The Day establish- the mariners and farmers cif .Southern ment is located at 240 Bank Street. New Ensi'land.

78 THE DAY BUILDING — HOME OF THE NEW LONDON DAY,

Bank Street.

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New London is Credited with and keeps in the front rank among having exceptionally able newspapers, progressive newspapers of the day. in a distinction that by It is independent its political views common consent is i\'cu) ioiidon Dniln (TMobc deserved. and which, and does not liesitat e no doubt, the city to freely express its will continue to opinion on matters merit. Ten years (if public policy. It ago The New Lon- is owned, edited and don Globe began managed by Samuel its existence here, T. Adams and and has prospered (ieorge A. Sturdy, jjractical news- to a degree that is both the best possible paper men of long evidence that its experience andthor- familiar with worth is appreciated ougldy tlie field in whicii and that it will go on to greater suc- their newspaper cess. It is a bright rirculates. four-page afternoon The Globe has ad- paper that gives the hered to the one news in compact cent price from its form, and all the start and will stick it news that is worth to it even though printing. It has shown its enterprise enlarges its size. It has had excep- in marked degree on many occasions, tional success as an advertising medium.

Walter H. Richards, Engineer In 1886. on the organization of the of the Sewer and Water departments Sewer Department, Mr. Richards was of the city of New London, is a native elected Engineer for the Board of of this city. He attended Sewer Commissioners. the district schools and The entire system of the the Bartlett High School. city sewers has been de- and after graduation from signed and constructed the latter, studied engi- under his supervision. The neering with the eminent design of the higk service hydraulic engineer, J. T. water system and the sub- Fanning, and as liis assist- merged sewer outfall, ant, made the preliminary which are Mr. Richards', surveys in 1871 for the arc unique, and have New London Water attracted the attention of Works, of which he was engineers interested in appointc d Constructing water and sewer work in Mr. Richards Engineer. < )n tlie com- many places. WALTER H. RICHARDS, pletion of this work, in was for many j-ears Editor London City was appointed Superintendent New of the .Journal of the New 1872, he Water Works, and Engineer l-:ngland Water Works Superintendent of the of the Sewer Department. Water Works, a position Association, of wliich lie is also wliicli he has tilled to the satisfaction is a prominent member. He a of the Board of Water Commissioners member of the Boston Society of Civil and the public, from that date, with Engineers, and of the Connecticut So- the exception of a period of two years. I'iety of Civil Engineers and Surveyors.

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AisEL P. Tanner IS a conspicuous valued memlier of tiie Democratic member of the New London County party. As a speaker he is forceful; Bar. He first stud- what he says carries ied law at Mystic, the weight of honest with Colonel Hiram conviction. He has Appleman, and for been prominent in a years practiced few political affairs for there. a After seveial years, and course in the public was once elected to scliools at Mystic, represent his dis- he entered Brown trict in the State University, from Senate, but owing which he graduated to an irregularity in in 1874 with the the count did not degree of B. A. He take his seat. was born at Mystic, 18'.Hj he July 7th, 1850. In was a Presidential elector Mr. Tanner IS a man of strong con- on the Democratic victions, with the ticket. power to express His law offices and stand for them; are located in the Building, and on the stump ABEL P. TANNER, Neptune or in council is a Advocate and Counsellor at Law State Street.

The Profession of Dentistry is York College of Dentistry, and in well and ably rejaresented in New Lon- June, 1876, estaljlished an office in don. Wallace B. Keeney, the sub- New London for the practice of his ject of this sketch, is chosen profession, in one of the city's lead- which he has achieved ing dentists. He was a reputation for thor- born in New London ough and excellent October 31st, ISoO, work. His dental son of John M. and jjarlors are located at Louisa Young Keen- 140 State Street. ey, and secured Jiis Dr. Keeney's poli- early education in tlie tics are Republican. public schools of his He is a member of native c i t y , after the Nameaug Engine which he entered the Company ; of the Jib- employ of the Wilson boom Clul): and of Foundry Company, the Benevolent and of New London. He Protective Order of w^as later employed Elks, of which he is by the Hopkins & Treasurer. Allen Manufacturing On Septemlior ?>d, Company, of Nor- 1877, Dr. Keeney DOCTOR WALLACE B. KEENEY, wich, Connecticut. was united in mar- One of New London's Leading Dentists. Becoming convinced riage to Miss Fanny that the dental field offered unusual B. Whiting, daughter of ^Ir. Charles opportunities for advancement and Whiting, of Mystic, Connecticut. success, Mr. Keeney entered the New They have two children living.

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George Curtis Morgan, a lineal manifested strong independent tenden- descendant of Richard Morgan, one of cies when the welfare of the city and the seventy-seven original patentees the best interests of his party demand- of the town of New London, and son ed such a course. The exercise of of Elias F. ^lorgan of New London, tliis predominant characteristic has was born in New London, Novendier called forth at times a certain amount 5th, 1870. After graduating from the of criticism from a small coterie of his public schools of his native city, he party, but has never failed to win for attended Harvard University, pursu- him the respect and commendation of ing special courses in tlie academic the citizens at large, regardless of department in connection with the party athliations, as has been amply law studies, and graduating from attested Iw the popular vote on at the law school of least three differ- that institution ent occasions. In in 1894. InFeb- 1895 he was ruarj', 1893, lie elected a council- was admitted tn man for three the practice of vears, and again, law before tiie in 1898, he" was courts of Massa- chosen to serve chusetts at Bos- the citv for a like

ton, S u if o 1 k term, "in 1899 he County, and was projected and admitted to the carried to a suc- courts of Connec- cessful issue the ticut Januar\ division of the 5th, 1895. city into wards. Acting upon the This m e a s u r e suggestion of met with the Walter S. Cartel, usual opposition of New York, which is wont to senior member of assert itself upon the firm of Car- the agitation of ter, Hughes anil any innovation, D wight of New but the general

o "i- i t Y k C y , favor with which whose counsel the proposition GEORGE CURTIS MORGAN, and advice to the was received is Counsellor and Attorney at Law. younger members demonstrated bj' of the profession have made his assist- the fact that l)ut seventy votes out of ance in this direction a matter of eleven hundred were recorded against

national repute, he commenced the it. The bill has stood the test of practice of his profession in New Lon- practical utility, and stands as a testi- don, and from the first has met witli monial to the disinterestedness of Mr. deserved success. Morgan's public service. In 1897 he In January, 1897, he was married was elected alderman under the new to Nanc>' Lee Brown, daughter of system, to represent the third ward Edward T. Brown, President and for the term of three years. Treasurer of the Brown Cotton (Jin ^Ir. Morgan's suite of offices are in Company. the Neptune Building, located on In politics Mr. Morgan is of the State Street. His clientage is a large Repuliliciin faith. l)Ut at all times has and rapidly increasing one. RESIDENCE OF WALTER LEARNED—BROAD STREET.

Chapter l?1f1I.

NEW LONDON OF TO-DAY. SOME ELEGANT AND SUBSTANTIAL RESIDENCES OF THE CITY AND ITS SUBURBS -PUBLIC PARKS AND OUTING SPOTS-PLACES OF AMUSE- MENT.

New London has many, a'^eey streets of those sections in which the MANY, PLEASANT FEATUKES. The better class of residences may be city and its suburbs are in numerous found, are ideal for the purpose. And ways greatly favored. Her old, his- it is noteworthy that New London is toric spots, renowned in history, and eminently a city in which fine streets dear to the hearts of all who love to and comfortable, roomy residences tliink of the part the olil town played al)Ound. in the early struggles of tlie country; Many of the old homesteads S2:)eak her peaceful harbor and excellent eloquently of the magnificence of their bathing beach, the delightful scenery architecture in the period in which round-about, are some of the advan- they had their l)eginning. They are tages that make New London a silent witnesses, too, to the city's popular and much sought city. earlier enterprise and thrift, and to Popular not only as a place of summer the fact that for many years New recreation, but as a favorite residential London has possessed rather more city as well. The broad, shaded than her share of citizens of liberal

83 Iptcturcsciue 1Rcw ILondon. and independent fortune. This is London called •• the Pequot Colony," especially true of many of the inhabi- has its location in the southern por- tants of to-day, some of them descen- tion of the city, near that famous dants from the fine old families that summer hotel, the Pequot House, and in past generations made New London Ocean Beacli. Here manj- wealthy famous. But not a few are more or people from New York City make

; for the warm less recent acquisitions ; people of their residence some refinement and wealth, wlio, appre- season only, and some during the ciating the city's desii'ability as a entire year, travelling to and fro place of aliode, have estalJished here between New London and the Metro- permanent residences. The result is polis, as duty or pleasure calls. that both the son of tlie old New Many of the residences in the

RESIDENCE OF MRS. MARTHA 5. HARRIS,

Broad Street.

Londoner, and the newcomer, appear Pequot section are very fine, and to have vied with one another in erect- bespeak wealth and culture. It is ing elegant and modern dwellings. the yearly custom of not a few celebri- In New London the observer is ties and generally notable people to impressed Ijy the amount of breathing spend at least a portion of the sum- space, as it were, allotted to each mer here. And then, with their residence. Nearly every one has a handsome e([uipages on the smooth generous front, side, and rear yard drives, and the magnificent steam ; and in the summer season their green yachts in the otfing, the scene is a and well kept lawns present a beau- gala one indeed. tiful appearance. In very truth. New To drive or saunter about New London might be aptlj' called the Cit}^ London on a pleasant day, and to of Delightful Residences. observe, among other points of in- The charming suburb of New terest, its homes, some of them possess-

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WILLIAMS MEMORIAL PARK, Broad and Hempstead Streets. ing an air of roomy comfortableness tious, substantial, and commodious that telis of a past g'eiieration, and residences that would atti-act the eye some very fine in their triumpli of on such a tour of the city: On Hemp- modern architecture, is to derive much stead Street, near "Ye Antieutest of profit and pleasure. Following, Buriall Ground," a spot to which are noted a few of the more preten- attaches much that is of Revolutionary

WILLIAMS PARK, Broad. Williams, and Channing Streets.

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RESIDENCE OF MRS. WILLIAM E. FAITOUTE OCEAN AVENUE.

The Residence of Mrs. William E. Faitoiite. Daugliter of D. W. Gardner, adjoins tlie Old Homestead ol the Family. Its vicinity is made memorable by the capture of Mrs. Faitoute's Grandfather, who was taken Prisoner by the British, and Conveyed to Halifax, where for months he Languished in Prison. In Mrs. Faitoute's Possession are the Portraits of Three Generations, the Oldest dating its Existence from a Period more than One Hundred and Fifty Years Remote. These Portraits Impress the Beholder with the awe of a Dignified and By-gone Age. interest, is the fine Colonial mansion, south, one soon comes to the large with its spacious grounds, owned and modern residence of James Hislop, the occupied hy Hon. Augustus Bran- dry-goods merchant, at the corner of degee. Williams and \' Nortlieast a u X h a 1 from here, streets. Near on Main Mr. Hislop's Street, and residence is hard by the that of F. S. •' Old Towne N e w c o m b, Mill," is the which is one residence of of the largest Gilbert and most Bishop, a re- noteworthy tired mer- ill this vicin- chant of >i'ew i t y . J u s t

L o n d n . noi'th of Mr. Leaving the Newcomb's old mill, and THE GARDNER HOMESTEAD. residence is following Post Hill, a The House Known as the Gardner Homestead is a Relic of a Past Genera- Main Street section whicli tion. It was re-built after the original model by the Late Owner, to the nortli, Douglass W. Gardner, in 1870. Several Relics of Historic Interest c o m prises and then Connected with this Old Place are a Bell Buckle. Bearing the many lieauti- Initials of King George and the British Coat of Arms, a, in s ful \\ 1- Willi and Indian Arrow Heads and Banner Stones used wel Street to the by the Various Tribes as Signals. iiiLTs. Notable 87 RESIDENCE OF HON. GEORGE F. TINKER,

Franklin Street.

RESIDENCE OF FANNY M. JEROME, Ocean Avenue.

88 (picturesque 1Rew ILondon, ainoag these, particularly for its uuinue and striking architecture, is that of Louis R. Hazeltine, of the firm of Donnelly & Hazeltine, < architects. G On the corner of Channing and Vauxhall streets one observes with > interest the fine grounds and mansion of Ex-Governor Thomas M. Waller. Further soutli on Chan- > ning Street are the modern and Z w noticeable residences of John B. w Leahy and Morris W. Bacon, and > n to the east, on (iranite Street, is the large, conspicuous residence of en X James H. Newcomb. At the o junction of Broad and Channing streets, well back in its extensive z o grounds, is one of the largest residences in the city, that of Annie R., widow of the late Elias F. • z

IVIorgan ; and nearly opposite, on > s (-" to Street, resi- Broad are the fine (-1 W dences of Mrs. W. W. Sheffield, w :^ Arthur Keefe, Henry C. Weaver, So z ^ C. D. Boss, and Captain Samuel Belden. These liouses are repre- c sentatives of the better class of g New London dwellings. To the eastward, on a command- H n ing eminence, is the palatial resi- H dence of Mrs. Martha S. Harris, O 50 H widow of the late Jonathan Newton m > o o. Harris. With its spacious grounds, sloping lawns, and beautiful con- o y servatories, it is one of the finest i^ residential estates in Eastern P H Connecticut. Following Broad H Street westward, past the Second X Congregational Church, one will > note with interest its fine par- o sonage, the residence of Rev. J. W. Bixler, Pastor of the cluirch. m >< Just east of the parsonage, on a Broad Street, is "Mt. O Vernon,'" < the residence of Elisha Palmer, so called from its resemblance to z General Washington's famous o manor house. In the immediate vicinity, also on Broad Street, are the substantial residences of Frank L. Palmer and Walter T^earned.

(S) RESIDENCE OF GILBERT BISHOP-- 152 MAIN STREET.

RESIDENCE OF THOMAS F. FORAN- CORNER OF HUNTINGTON AND HILL STREETS.

90 PARSONAGE OF THE SECOND CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH, 5 BROAD STREET.

Erected by Mrs. Martha S. Harris as a Memorial to Her Husband, the Late Jonathan Newton Harris, in 1897.

RESIDENCE OF EX-GOVERNOR THOMAS M. WALLER - CHANNING STREET, CORNER OF VAUXHALL.

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RESIDENCE OF MORRIS W. BACON — 2 CHANNING STREET.

Hard l)}-, on Huntington Street, at worth. The lot on which Dr. Farns- the head of State, stands one of the worth"s house stands underwent an finest mansions in New London, tlie historic realty transfer in the year residence of Mrs. Elizabeth Williams, 1795, when it was purchased from widow of the Late Hon. C'hai-les Richard W. Carkin by Nathaniel Augustus Williams. Ledyard, for £120. In this house, in North of State Street, on Hunting- 1829, was born the late Mayor Charles ton, is a noteworthy brown stone Augustus Williams. house, the residence of Dr. J. G. Stan- Following Federal Street eastward, ton ; and nearly opposite, on the to its junction with Main, the obsever western side of Huntington Street. cannot fail to notice the large, siib- are the spacious lawns and large stantial residence of Sebastian D. Law- modern dwellings of Messrs F. IL rence, and just north, on Main Street, and A. H. Chappell. Further north, that of Sidney H. Miner. To the nearly opposite the Bulkeley High northward, on North Main Street, are Scliool, is the residence of Thomas F. tlie well kept grounds and elegant Foran, of the Foran Furniture Com- residence of Mrs. Harriet Allen, pany. Returning southward on widow of the late James Allen : and a Huntington Street, and thence east- sliort distance beyond is •Hillside," ward on Federal, one observes the which comprises the fine residence, residence of Rev. S. Leroy Blake, D. D.: liuildings, and farm of Ray LeM'is. the tine edihee of the St. James Epis- Uiversiije Park, on Mohegan Ave- copal Church : the residence of its nue, is a short distance beyond on the Rector, Rev. Alfred Poole Grint, line of "The Norwich Trolley." The Ph. I)., and opposite the church, the views from the high lands along this fine estate of Dr. Fi'ederick Fariis- section are superb.

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CO z d w o M CD

r ni > to > Z H toH g W H RESIDENCE OF JOHN B. LEAHY— 4 CHANNING STREET.

RESIDENCE OF ALTON T. MINER—38 CRYSTAL AVENUE, EAST NEW LONDON.

94 THE PEQUOT CASINO — PEQUOT AVENUE.

Home of the Pequot Casino Association, Organized July 12. 1890. and one of the Leading and Most Exclusive

Social Organizations of New London. President. W. Appleton: Treasurer. 0. Banks. Jr.:

Secretary, E. T. Kirkland: Superintendent of Casino. G. T. Salter.

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RESIDENCE OF STEPHEN GARDNER — OCEAN AVENUE.

95 SOLDIERS' AND SAILORS' MONUMENT.

ON THE PARADE. NEAR THE UNION DEPOT.

The Monument is a Fine Tribute to the Brave IVIen Who on Land and Sea Have Represented New London

in Our Country's Battles. It was Generously Presented to the City in 1896

by Sebastian D. Lawrence. Esq.

96 HI [picturesque 1Rew ILondon* and H. O. Burch, on Blackball Street, Pequot Avenue, is one of tlie most and that of J. J. Ryan, on McDonald elaborate in the State. The summer Street, are wit- residence of R. T. nesses to the com- McCabe, which is pleteness of the located on an emi- Guilder's art. nence commanding From this section a fine view of the of the city, to ocean, is a modern the southward, structure of great stretches Ocean size and beauty. Avenue, one of the The mansion of E.

li n e s t of New Francis Riggs, of Ijondon's thorougii- Washington, D. C, fares. It is wide, recently construct- smooth and hard, ed after plans by and is lined on the New London either side by many firm of architects, attractive dwell- Messrs Donnelly & ings and invitiny' Hazeltine, is well- grounds. Among nigh a marvel in them will be immensity of de- noticed some that sign and complete- possess more than ness of construc- ordinarv interest. tion. It is a notable Tluit of Mrs. Wil- addition to the most liam E. Faitoute, ornate residences and in the grounds of New London the " Pequot surrounding it, the RESIDENCE OF CAPTAIN FRANK H. and old (iardncr Home- BECKWITH—26 WILLETTS AVENUE. Colony." stead; the resi- From this district dence of Stephen Gardner, and that of the return to the center of the city Fannj' M. Jerome, further south on may be made through Ocean, Pequot, Ocean Avenue, or ]\Iontank Ave- are among those nue. Sliould the to elicit more latter or, in fact, than a cursory either of the glance. Adjacent others be the to this part of the route chosen, one Avenue is the would have yet "Pequot Colony" another oppor- the sunnner resi- tunity for the

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and much used highway {connecting Granite, and Channing streets, is Pe(iuot and ]\Iontauk avenues, he Williams Park, presented to tlie city wouhl be (j^uite certain to note the in 1858 by (ieneral William Williams, residences of Charles F. Edney and of Norwich, as a memorial to his son. Captain Frank H. Beckwith, two Thomas W. Williams, a former mer- liouses conspicuous for their location chant of New London. and for the iidnnral)leness of their •lust beyond the Pequot section is general appearance. Ocean Lieach—one of the finest on Such a round of the residential the coast—and Ocean Beach Park, portions of New London would l)e city property witli a large private sure to result in enthnsiatic approval ownersliip in handsome cottages. This of its fine residences and pleasant outing spot is constantly growing in

homes ; hut more than one inspection importance. 'I'hus the city is well

RESIDENCE OF ARTHUR KEEFE -- 40 BROAD STREET.

should be made in order to adequately provided with advantages for summer appreciate the city's advantages and recreation and diversion. opportunities as a place of charming For opportunities of annisement dur- dwellings and elegant residences. ing the winter season. New London It is the good fortune of New Ldu- has the Lyceum Theatre, the New don to possess several delightful out- Jjondon Opera House, and the various ing spots and breathing places. On entertainments held in Lyric Hall, Broad Street, bounded on its western State Street, and in Lawrence Hall, margin liy Hempstead Street, is Bank Street. The Lyceum Theatre, Williams Memorial Park, which owes of which Ira W. Jackson is l^essee its existence as a public playground and Manager, is the principal play- to the late Hon. Charles Augustus house of the city, and one of the best in Williams. Further north on Broad Connecticut. In all its appointments it Street, surrounded liy Broad, Williams, is thoroughly convenient and modern.

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'HILLSIDE," RESIDENCE OF RAY LEWIS — NORTH MAIN STREET.

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Ira W. Jackson. Lessee and Manager.

103 LYRIC HALL- 241 STATE STREET.

C. M. Brocksieper. Lessee and Manager.

INTERIOR OF LYRIC HALL — 241 STATE STREET.

Lyric Hall is Under the Management of Charles M. Brocksieper. 24) State Street, to Whom All Inquiries as to Rental Should be Addressed. It is an Admirable Place in which to Hold Dances. Parties, or Entertainments of Any Description.

104 RESIDENCE OF ROBERT COIT- FEDERAL STREET.

RESIDENCE OF DR. FREDERICK FARNSWORTH - 25 FEDERAL STREET.

(9) 105 RESIDENCE OF LOUIS R. HAZELTINE, ARCHITECT POST HILL.

This Attractive Home was Designed by Mr. Hazeltine. ot the Firm of Donnelly & Hazeltine. Architects, and Although of Modest Proportions. Reflects Credit upon His Professional Skill. Mr. Hazeltine has Designed Some of the Finest Residences in the Country for Men of National Reputation. Among Whom are the Following : R. A. McCurdy. President of the Mutual

Life Insurance Company of New York : R. A. Granniss. Vice-President of the Same Company : D. H. McAlpin. W. B. Skidmore.

Julius Catlin. W. B. Deming and Henry D. Noyes. all of New York City : and Dudley Duyckinck, of Riverside. California.

RESIDENCE OF J. E. ST. JOHN, HEADQUARTERS OF NAMEAUG Montauk Avenue. FIRE ENGINE COMPANY,

Masonic Street. Near City Hall.

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NEW LONDON OF TO-DAY. COMMERCIAL INTERESTS — NEW LONDON AS A TRADE CENTER— BUILDING ACTIVITY — MERCANTILE ENTERPRISE — PRINCIPAL BUSINESS MEN AND PROMINENT CONCERNS.

The Commercial Spirit of New activity. Realizing this, appreciative of LoxDoN is indicative of energy, pro- the bright prospects and healthy gress, a n d growth of the city, new trade concerns justifiable liave located here, and others will faith in the follow. As a trade center New London city's evolu- is favorably situated. The city's popu-

t i o n and lation by no means represents the lively fu- entirety of its resource. One of the ture. Year county-seats of New London County, it

)y year the draws from the country districts, ham- firmness of lets and townships for miles in each the busi- direction. During the recreation period ness tone of the sunniier season, when the majority increases. of cities throughout the country are in P rope rty a greater or less state of business values have inertia. New London, even more than lately been customarily, enjoys a liveliness in trade greatly and commercial jjursuits. This is due to

enhance (1, tlie proximity of the ''Pequot Colony," CHARLES B. WARE, ni u c h pro- one of its suburbs, and a delightful and A Prominent Clothing Merchant of New London. (1 u e t i v e popular warm weather resort, and property created, and the population to the surpassing excellence of Ocean added to by the recent and almost Beach for bathing and summer outing unprecedented access of building privileges.

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Chaeles B. Wake, dealer in GEOiuiii H. Holmes, Contkactou clothing, hats and furnishing.s, at 52- AND Builder, was born in New Lon- 56 State Street, New London, was don in 1852, of good New London lin- eage, a descendant of the Comstocks. born in Worcester, Massachusetts. He Since his birth his native city has been is a descendant of General Nathaniel his home. His wife, Delia S. (Moore) Greene, of Revolutionary fame, who Holmes, is also of New London parent- was instrumental in saving Washing- age. Her father. Perry Moore, was a Battle of Brandywine. ton's army at the well known newspaper man. and printer xMr. Ware is one of the oldest and of "The Morning Chronicle" and "The most successful merchants in New Evening Star" during, and subsequent London. His success has been fully to, the Civil War. Among many credit- earned, as he commenced active life able buildings constructed by Mr. entirely without means, and with no Holmes are the following: The new other assistance than a clear brain, villa of E. Francis Riggs, coiner of ujjrightness and firmness of purpose, Ocean and Glenwood avenues ; the home of A. C. Fuller, residence of and inflexible determination. In the Louis R. Hazeltine, the Johnston sense indicated by these circumstances Block, the Armstrong double cottage, and qualifications, he is a self-made the cottage of Charles Y. Cornell, man. He estalJished his business in twelve of Ex-Mayor .Johnston's modern 1870, at its present location, and has cottages, and a number of Mrs. S. watched its continued growth with Russell's flats on Huntington Street. commendable pride and interest. His Mr. Holmes has supervised the con- business methods and his attitude struction of about 100 New London towards the public have ever been Imildings. His residence, which is characterized by courtesy and fairness. connected by telephone, is at number The stock carried at his store is an 8 Front Street. immense and varied one, and the The Bishop Lummer and Coal <[ualitv and prices satisfactory and Company, located at 61, 63 and 65 right. From the adjacent country- Water Street, is one of the oldest estab- sides and villages, as well as from the lishments in the city. Its President, city itself, much of his trade is drawn. Mr. Gilliert Bishop, with his lirothers, That he possesses the confidence and organized the business in 1S47. The good will of his patrons is demonstrated firm manufactures sash, doors, blinds, by their successive dealings with him. and outside finish, and deals in lumber, Mr. Ware is prominent in the circles coal, and building materials. B}- ad- of both the Masons and Odd Fellows. ditions to its force of skilled workmen, In 1887-88 he was at the head of the and of improved machinery to its facil- Masonic Fraternity in Connecticut, as ities, this company is prepared to meet Grand Commander Knights Templar. the increasing demands of a rapidly In 1890 he was made Colonel of tlie growing city. Second Kegiment, Patriarchs Militant, At 4:20 Bank Street, New London, of the I. O. O. F., and was Grand is the office of L. A. Comstock, dealer Master of the State in 1892. It was in coal, wood and kindlings. Mr. in that year that the property for Comstock's methods of square dealing "Fairview," the Odd Fellows' Home and promptness have won for him the of Connecticut, of which he is Presi- confidence of the community. His dent, was purchased. He has served mercantile experience has been exten- three terms in the Court of Common sive. Seventeen years ago he estab- Council, was for two yeai's President lished his coal business in New I^ondon. of the New London Board of Trade, He pays strict attention to the tliorough and for a number of years has been on screening, and to the expeditious and the staff of the Governor's Foot Guards. proper delivery of his coal.

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HEADQUARTERS OF THE BISHOP LUMBER AND COAL COMPANY, 61-65 WATER STREET.

The Finest Business Block in so well known to the wholesale trade Eastern Connecticut devoted exclu- that they always give this company sively to the the exclusive in f u r n i t u r e sale New business, was L o n d o n o f built in 1891 goods of by the Put- superior nam Furni- merit in all ture Mfg. lines, such, Company for for example, the accommo- as the Acorn dation of its Ranges and inc reasing Eddy Refrig- business, erators. The which in less Putnams sell than two either f o i' years had cash or on outgrown the their own premises in unsurpassed which it was system of estaljlished in easy pay- 18 8 9 by ments, and Nelson S. their prices Putnam and are always George N. the lowest

a t h i c h P u t n a m . w The foremost f u r n i t u r e position this of genuine h o u s e has merit can THE BIG BLUE STORE, always held possibly be 312 Bank Street. in New Eng- sold. A visit land is due to its enterprising, to their extensive wareroonis is a gen- ambitious, aggressive policy, which is nine treat for lovers of tine fiu-niture picturesque 1Rew ILondon,

In 1892 Thomas F. Foeax. of Cun- prises some 25,000 square feet. The ningham iS: Foran, furniture dealers in popular and celelirated Magee Range, Danbury, Connecticut, ilisposecl of his which for thirty-tive years has found interest in that firm, and removed to in New London an appreciative held New London, where he immediately of sale, and the ever reliable "Glen- established the FoRAX FrRXiTiRE wood"" and "Household"' ranges, are CoMPAXY, with headquarters in tlie lixtures of this company"s stock. The Day BuikUng, 244 to 250 Bank Street. installment method of the Foran Com- The Foran Company is one of the panv is unrivalled, and it cordially most enterprising and linely equipped invites the patronage of those about furniture and house furnishing empo- to commence housekeeping, or who are riums in the Slate. There is nothing considering adding to or refurnishing desirable in the way of useful and beau- the home. It carries a full line of tiful home appointments that may not carpets, oil cloths and linoleums, and he found here. The stock carried is of emploj-s a competent man. ]\Ir. F. A. of carpets, the finest qualit}- : fresh, modern, and Beach, who has cliaige the complete in every detail. In addition draperies and window shades. The to its immense sales- and ware-rooms in company also employs two upholsterers the Day building, which occupy four and a cabinet maker. A department floors and a basement, the company has to which it gives particular attention possession of the old Trumbull House, is that of general funeral furnishing, on Bank Street, which it utilizes for undertaking and embalming. Mr. storage purposes. Thus the amount of Foran is a graduate in embalming, and floor space requisite for the transaction in 1888 was granted a diploma by the of its large and growing business com- N. Y. Oriental School of Embalming.

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Mr. Avery Established His Business at its Present Location in April. 1886. A Veteran of the Civil War. He Enlisted in the 21st Regiment. Connecticut Volunteers in 1862. and Served Three Years

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INTERIOR OF DABOLL & FREEMAN'S GROCERY STORE— 148 STATE STREET.

Henry S. Dorsey, a native of New G. M. L()X(; & Company embarked London, conducts a grocery and pro- in the oyster l)usiness at the foot of State vision business at tlie corner of Truman Street, near their jjresent location, in and Blinman streets. He carries the 18G8. Oysters were then freighted in finest quality of goods at the lowest schooners by the cargo from the Chesa- prices, and successfully endeavors, in peake, and were opened and distributed every approved manner, to satisfy and to different points in the New England retain his customers. His store is of States. In 1875 the firm established an generous size, and his stock complete. oyster house in Crisfield, which was Mr. Dorsey is an Alderman from the continued in connection with the New Fourth Ward, and Major of tJie London business until 1888. In 188;') Third Regiment, Connecticut National they bouglit the Henry Chapel whole- Guard. His orders are promptly filled, sale and retail fish business, then the and his patrons treated with fairness largest in Connecticut. They also pur- and consideration. chased fine wharf property, to whicii A Reliaisle Dealer in groceries, they moved their oyster business, provisions, and fine ales, wines and where, in conjunction with the selling liquors for family use, is Thomas R. of fish, they carried it on until 1898, Murray. His store is at number 4 when the property was condennied for Truman Street, where he carries an railroad purposes. They then removed adequate stock, of good qualitj^ He to their present location. They are delivers goods with promptness, and proprietors of the Rocky Point Oyster in first-class order, and is fair and Company, largest wholesale oyster honoralile in his dealings. ]Mr. Murray dealers in Providence. This company was liorn in New London. He estab- has over 300 acres of oyster ground lished his present business in 1890. under cultivation in Narragansett Bay In politics he is Democratic, and repre- and Kickemuit River, and operates sents tiie Fourth Ward as an Alderman. two steamers in catching, and carrying He is courteous, obliging, and enjoys the oysters to its oyster house. TOD the good-will of the jjublic. Wickenden Street, Providence.

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Thk Fik.m of Kfefe, Davis & Company, wholesale and retail dealers in staple and fancy groceries, canned fruit, fine wines and liquors, has its location at 125 Bank Street. Among the prosperous business houses that liave made New London well known as a trade center, this concern is one of the foremost and most progressive. The business was established by Hon. Cyrus G. Beckwith, ex-mayor of New London, in 1879. Mr. Beckwith was the sole proprietor until lS8-i, when Mr. Arthur Iveefe — now senior member of the firm — became associated with him. The original location was the first floor of TAILORING ESTABLISHMENT OF a wooden building at the corner of

GEORGE S. GOLDIE, Bank and Pearl streets, since razed to make room for a more pretentious brick Crocker House Block. State Street. structure. In 1888 the rapidly growing Nkat;i.v Fifty Yeaks Atio, M. S. business of Beckwith iV Iveefe necessi- Daniels established a wholesale grocery, tated ampler quarters, which were provision and flour business on Canal secured in the building now utilized St., Providence, R. I. In 1860 James b}" the present firm. This situation is Cornell became associated with him very central, and its occupation has under the firm name of M. S. Daniels iV been marked liy constantly increasing- Co. Later Mr. Daniels liuilt the Daniels trade. In 1894 Mr. Beckwith with- Building on Custom House Street, to drew, and for about a year subsequent which the business was moved, and the — when he admitted to partnership one name changed to Daniels A: Cornell. of his oldest employes. 'Sir. Frederick In 1884 Charles B. Humphre}' and H. Davis — the business was conducted Howard P. Cornell were admitted to solely by Mr. Arthur Iveefe. In Janu- partnership, and the name became ary, 1901, Messrs. Iveefe & Davis took Daniels. Cornell & Co. This concern, Mr. Frederick J. Clancy, their head in iSSii, with William F. Whipple, l)0ok-keeper into the firm, thus evidenc- established the house of the Daniels, ing their appreciation of his long and Cornell Co., Worcester, Mass. In valuable service, and changing the firm 1890, with George W. Barber, they name to Keefe, Davis & Company. In organized the Daniels. Cornell Co., of the four floors they occupy at 1 ir> Bank Manchester, N. H. In May, 1892, Street, and in the three flooi-s of a Daniels, Cornell & Co. established the brick building they have erected in the New London House, with A. B. rear, are comprised 38,082 square feet Burdick. Manager. In IMay, 1899. the of floor space. Eighteen courteous and Providence estal)lishment became Hum- capable assistants are employed. This phrey & Cornell, and the New London is the largest wliole^sale and retail House at this time adopted the same grocery house in Eastern Connecticut. firm name, Mr. Burdick being retained The goods are all carefully selected, as Business Manager. Humphrey iV and I)}' reason of the enormous Cjuanti- Cornell carry a full line of groceries, ties continually disposed of, are to be provisions and flour, and are sole agents had at the very lowest prices. The for the celebrated "Laurel,"' "B. M. C. firm's facilities for handling, storing, Best,'' and "Colton Peerless'" flours. and delivering goods are admiral)le.

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Dk. J. Eugene Uxdeiihill was Veterinary College at Toronto. After born ill Orange Countj-, Vermont, in graduating witli honors he located in 1851, and went New London. His with his parents real worth was six years later ti:i soon recognized Illinois, where he and his services subsequently en- are now in much gaged with his demand, his pat- father in stock rons knowino- that raising. Later he the Doctor is a per- went to Iowa in fectly reliable man the same business and skilled in his and for ten years profession. Dr. was engaged in LT n d e r h i 1 1 was stock raising in married to Miss Southwestern Jennie E. Barnes Kansas. He is at Burdette, Kan- thus thoroughly sas, in 1880, and conversant with has a son now 1-3 animals and theii' years of age. The ailments. He went Doctor is a mem- to New York State ber of Mohegan in 1888 and was DR. J. EUGENE UNDERHILL, Lodge of Odd engaged in selling Veterinary Surgeon and Dentist. Howe's Stable. Fellows, the New Green and Golden Streets. and handling England Order of imported horses. In 1890 he l)egan his I'rotection, and of the Second Con- studies as a veterinarian at the (;)ntario gregational Church.

SCHWANER'S CITY MARKET, 20 MAIN STREET C. HENRY SCHWANER, PROPRIETOR.

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BALER'S BAKERY-4b8 BANK STREET-

Established in 1895. Franit A. Baier. Proprietor. Mr. Baier's Home-Made Bread is the Best in the City. From his Store or Wagons may be Procured the Finest and Freshest of Everything in Bakery. At the Ocean Beach PA^'lLluN THECi.ixvEXiEXCEof being directly one may enjoy an appetizing repast. served with staple commodities is a Mr. A. H. Wilkinson .serves every day universally appreciated one. Thomas excellent sliore dinners, steamed clams, Fastovsky, dealer in kerosene oil, broiled live lobsters, confectionery, ice regulai'ly supplies his customers at cream and soda water. Ocean Beach their homes. His residence is at 19 furnishes the best bathing on the coast. Hempstead Street, where a postal

Mr. I. L. Diox, recently of Nor- will reach him and elicit a prompt wich, purchased, a few months ago, the response. shaving and hair The New Loxdon Haxd axd dressing business Stea3I Laundey, Harvey H. Daniels, at 2 4 i State Proprietor, does first class work at Street, New Lon- popular prices. It gives particular at- don, which is con- ' «4 tention to hand work, which man}' pre- ducted under his fer to the steam process. Its teams personal super- call for and return the work at regu- vision. Mr. Dion lar and frequent intervals. At this is a skillful ton- lauudrv one may have his linen laun- ^L sorial artist, who dered in either gloss or domestic finish, adopts every pos- as desired. The launihy office is at sible means tend- I. L. DION. 470 Bank Street. 24' , State Street. ing toward the satisfaction of his customers. The Crvst.-vl Candy Kitchen, 82 E. D. Steele's Ceothixi; Estab- State Street, is under the proprietor- lishment in the Neptune Building, is a ship of Mr. S. Patterson. Here are true representation of a modern metro- manufactured daily, and sold at whole- politan store. Occupying a fire-proof, sale and retail, the finest quality of centrally located block, and e(iuipped confectionery and ice cream. Mr. with every appliance for display, and Patterson makes a specialty of cater- for comfort of patrons.it offers unusual ing for weddings, parties, and recep- opportunities in the clothing line. tions.

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The Troy Steam Laundry enjoys ofiice is 87-t5 ; that of the Norwich an enviable reputation for its fine qual- laundry, 29-5. ity of work, and for its ready and The new l)uilding undergoing con- courteous service. Its struction on Bank Street, present location is at 1S8 for occupancy by the Bank Street. It will ere Troy Laundry, is from long, however, lie install- plans by the architect, ed in a fine new building mc: Mr. C. E. Fournier, who nearly opposite, now in E" is second cousin to Mr. process of erection by Alex. Fournier, and was Mr. Alex. Fournier, its born in Canada, in 1861. proprietor. The policy of His education was com- this laundry is superior pleted in the Seminary work in whiteness and of Ste. Marie de Monnoir, finish imparted, yet with Province of Quebec. The an extraordinary min- first years subsequent imum of wear and tear. to his seminary life were Fi'om an economic stand- devoted to the dry goods point this means nuich. business, which upon the And this quality, un- death of his wife in 1891, doubtedly, has done a he abandoned for the great deal to enhance tlie study of architecture. U-- success of Mr. Fournier's *S53I5S;»=^ He is a meml)er of tiie business. Association of Architects Alex. Fournierwas born NEW BUILDING OF THE of the Province of Que- in Montreal. His educa- TROY STEAM LA.UN- i,ec. It is his intention, DRY-BANK STREET. tion was secured in West after the completion of the Alex. Fournier. Proprietor. C.E.Fournier.C.E, Fournier. „„ i„, „i i -i t Springfield, MaSSacl—lu- new laundry building, Architect..„u:.„. setts. He has lad which exacts most of his vast amount of experience in the time as supervising architect, to estab- laundry business. His first esta))lish- lish in New London, offices for the raent in this line was in Troy, New pursuit of his chosen profession of York, and he has arc hitecture. also conducted The 1 a u n d ry similar entei- building is to be prises in the a four-story edi- cities of Spring- fice of fine ap- field, Meriden, pearance. The and Hartford. architecture will The Troy be pleasing, and Laundry of altogether the Norwich, Con- structure will necticut, is alsi> be well built, his property. and adequate to Each of his con- its purpose. It cerns f)ossesst's will reflect cre- its teams for the dit upon those collection and having its con- ONE OF THE DELIVERY WAGONS OF delivery of the THE TROY STEAM LAUNDRY. st ru c tion in laundry pack- c barge, a n d ages of its patrons. The tele- will be a handsome addition to the phone call of the New London city's buildings.

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The Name of Thomas Howe is of the country in which they are bred inseparably connected with the busi- extensively. Weekly and special sales ness of dealing in horses, carriages, at certain seasons of the year, princi- etc., as well as with the general livery pally by auction, have now been a business in Xew London. Mr. Howe, feature for several years, and farmers, at first as a member of the firm of teamsters, drivers, and in fact all Frank Howe & Son, and later under who use horses for business or pleasure, his own name, has conducted very have become accustomed to regard his large and successful dealings in repository as the source of supply. this line for years. He keeps the yii: Howe is an auctioneer of much best in horses, carriages, harness. ability and wit, and his sales constitute and horse goods. He is noted for an entertaining phase of his business. fair transactions. In the business At his stal)le one may secure a first- community Mr. class turnout Howe has always or stylish equip- taken a leading age with which part, and secures to e n j o y the whatever comes m a n )• pleasant into the market drives in which that is new and New L o n d o n modern. Early aliounds. At re- in 1880, with hi's (piest a driver father, the late will be furnished Frank Howe, he who is thorough- began business in ly familiar with the old Edgcomb the most inter- property, (iolden esting and charm- Street, later re- ing sections. moving to his The horses and present stand at ca,rriages of this the corner of stable are the Green and best obtainable. Golden streets. The facilities for A livery, with the acconnnoda- the purchase and tion of the public sale of horses, are extensive. THOMAS HOWE, was the sole The stable office Proprietor of Livery Stable and Carriage Repository is connected l)y business for Green and Golden Streets. several years, un- telephone, a n d til Mr. Howe, realizing that there calls for carriages of any description existed a demand for the best in are promptly answered, and immedi- wagons and carriages, and also for ately and satisfactorily filled. the styles of vehicles that are manu- In addition to his finely equipped factured only for first-class trade b}' stable and repository at the corner of large factories, added this branch, and Green and Golden streets, Mr. Howe has prospered in that department from has a sale-stable on Bank Street, be- the beginning. Success in his under- low ]\Iontauk Avenue. His sales are taking in the sale of carriages stimu- conducted in a manner to inspire the lated Mr. Howe to make still further confidence of all who deal with him, extension of his business ; and to that and he exerts remarkable energy in end he began the purchase of horses securing the finest horses, and in look- in large numbers from many sections ing after the interest of his patrons.

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Di;. Chaules H. Lami:, veterinary Connecticut Humane Society, and is surgeon and dentist, has his office at its State Agent. He ranks with the T. B. Earle's liver- most satisfactory a r y stable, 15 and efficient of the Golden Street, Society's represen- New London. He tatives. Dr. Lamb was born in Mystic, i s a n expert in August 28 th, the examination 1859. In 1885 he of stock for traces moved to Groton, of the dread tuber- and began the culosis. He has study of medicine been credited and the practice of by the New Lon- veterinary surgery. don press with Subsequently he lieing one of the studied under an best veterinarians eminent ^'eterinar- in the State. In ian in New York metliods and in- City. In 1888 he struments he keeps commenced actual abreast of the practice as a veter- times, and his inary surgeon and DR. CHARLES H. LAMB, ideas and man- Veterinary Surgeon and Dentist. 15 Golden Street. dentist. He was ner of their in 188!t appointed President of the application are distinctly modern.

Ray Lewis, proprietor of ''Hillside," is well known to the people of New London, having conducted the milk business here for over twenty years. He is a native of Rockville, R. I. In 1897 he purchased "Hillside," where he erected a handsome dwelling house and modern barns. He was a select- man of the Town of Waterford from 1897 to 1898, and is a member of Pequot Lodge, No. 85, I. O. O. F.: Relief Lodge, No. 37, A.O.U.W., and Ledyard Council, No. 31, O. U. A. M. Joseph Bradford, blank book manufacturer, paper ruler and book l)inder, conducts business at 85 Main Street, Norwich, Connecticut. He makes blank Ijooks to order, rules paper to any given pattern, aiul numbers in any colored ink desired, checks, notes, drafts, coupons. and tickets of all kinds. He makes a specialty of liiuding peri- FRANCIS P. D'AVIGNON, odicals and newspapers in all styles, MARBLE AND GRANITE andfurnishes backnumbers forthe com- WORKS — 508 BANK ST.,

pletion of volumes. He also repairs Agent lor and Dealer in Cemetery Vases. and rebinds old and mutilated books.

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Geoege G. Avery, projirietor of the most extensive line of rubber-tired the livery, hack and boarding stal)le vehicles. He makes a point of having at the corner of Main and Chnrch on hand at all seasons of the year a streets, New London, was born in fine assortment of carriages and Montville, Connecticut, July 4th, horses. He has some very comfort- 1861. He is a descendant from the able and stylish equipages, which are Avery family of Groton, famous for always kept in the liest condition, and the part they played in the troublous in readiness for immediate response to times coeval with the War of the urgent or hurried calls. He maintains Revolution. He is the son of Gris- first-class turnouts and hacks for all wold G. and Cornelia Chappell Avery. occasions, furnishes careful drivers He received who are thor- his earl}' edu- oughly com- cation in the petent, and schools of familiar with New London. the varied His present points of business, at interest in

the corner of and a li o u t Main an d New London. Church His stable is

a i streets, dates d m r a 1) 1 y its inception equipped for from 1874. affording The building every possi-

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one of the to lioth ])er- historic land- manent and m arks of trans lent New London. lustomers. It v/as erect- At the "Pe- ed to serve as ([uot Colony" a house of h e conducts worship for the Pequot the Episco- House Liv- pal Society in GEORGE G. AVERY. ery, and the New London hotel baggage during the days of its early exist- service. Both of his stal)les are con- ence, and as such was consecrated nected by telephone; the Pequot call September 20th, 1787. It was after- is 194-3, and the uptown nundjer 59-5. wards leased to the Congregational Mr. Avery is a prominent represen- Society, and subsequently purchased tative of the competitive life of the by the LTniversalists, who eventuallj^ city, and is possessed of a generous sold it to Mr. Avery, its present share of business acumen, coupled owner. with a spirit of fairness and honor in In the introduction of electric lights all his transactions that inspires con- in carriages in New London, Mr. fidence and respect. He was married

Avery was the pioneer. He is a lead- to .Jennie C. Crosl)ie, of New London, ing liveryman of tlie city, and carries on the 5th of October, 1898.

(10) 121 ALBERT N. FETHERSON^S LIVERY STABLE- II BREWER STREET.

At Any Hour of the Day or Night One May Secure from the Livery Stable of A. N. Fetherson. Any Kind of Turnout Desired.

This Stable is One of the Finest in the City, and is Completely Appointed in

Every Particular. It is Connected by Telephone.

ONE OF A. N. FETHERSON'S MODERN EQUIPAGES.

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Ix A Port oi" SrcH Lmpoktaxce constantly increasing volume of busi- AS New Loxdox, ship chandlerv is a ness. The Darrow & Comstock prosperous and representative industry. Company are wholesale dealers in Then)em1)ers ship chand- of the tirni of lers' galvan- the D a r r o \v ize d hard- &: Comstook ware. They Company, in- have con- corporated in stantly on 19 01, are hand j'acht, Courtland S. engineers', D a r r o w and mill sup- President, plies : These and William include oils M. Darrow, and packing Sec re tary waste, and and Treasur- Ijrass and er, both resi- iron steam dents of New pipe with fit- London. tings a n d Their busi- valves. This ness was lirm has re- established i-ently instal- in l:^7tl. at led power 1-2 Bank and machin-

Street. I n rry for cut- 188fithetirm t i n g and purchased THE DARROW & COMSTOCK COMPANY BUILDING, threading up and moved '"*-"6 Bank street. to. and in- into the substantial and commodious eluding, six inch pipe and carries fittings 1 )uilding which they now occupy. This a full line of pipe and up step was made necessary by the to that size. The New ExciLAXD Exgixeering CoMi»ANY has its liome office at Water- bury, Connecticut and branches estal)- lished in most of the principal cities in the surrounding states, with its New ff York office at 100 Broadway. The New London office is at 23 ^Llin Street under the management of Mr. J. P. Gillette who has had twelve yeai-s of practical experience in electric light and railway work. The company was incorporated for the purpose of electrical >

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Sajiuel W. Malloey was for sev- his energies to the same line in other ei'al 3'ears associated with his father, and larger cities. He is a man of varied the hite Leonard accomplishments, Mallory. in the possessing a pi ami )ing business, marked penchant, and upon the death and no little abil- of the latter ity, for music. He became sole pro- was for several p ri e t o r. He is years leader of thoroughly conver- the Third Regi- sant with the ment Band, and details of the lias acted as con- trade, and ranks ductor of various with the most effi- p o p u 1 a r orches- cient in that line tras. As a soloist of enterprise. and leader he is His business well known experience is com- throughout the prehensive. He State, and has commenced active had many induce- life in New Lon- ments to devote don as a represen- SAMUEL W. MALLORY. his time entirely tative of the clothing trade, to music, in which direction his great- and afterwards continued to devote est talent lies.

INTERIOR OF THE PLUMBING ESTABLISHMENT OF JORDAN & CLEARY, 39 MAIN STREET.

Jordan & Cleary are First Class Plumbers. Steam and Gas Fitters. The> Carry a Full Line of Plumbing Accessories. Gas and Steam Fixtures, and Heating Apparatus. Ttie> Make a Specialty of Jobbing and Repairing.

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B. H. HiLLiAR is sole agent for the Richmond Stove Company placed upon Richmond Stoves, Ranges, Steam and the market the first range to success- Hot Air Heat- fully supersede ers, which are the old fash- manufactured ioned cook in the neigh- stove. The boring city of construction of Norwich. The its essential Richmond parts are now Manufactur- very nearly ing Company perfect. Va- has been con- rious experi- have t i n u o u s 1 y ments repi'esented by produced very the firms that g r a t i f y i n g have occupied results. In ad- the store at 49 dition to his Bank Street large stock of since 1869. A stoves and long record, ranges, Mr. and one that Hilliar carries eloquently be- a tine line of speaks the plumbing sup- Richmond HILLIAR'S— 49 BANK STREET, plies, and at- Company's es- tends to orders timate of Mr. Hilliar and his prede- for plumbing, steam and gas fitting, cessors. About thirty 3'ears ago the with promptness and efliciency. Jordan & Cleary That Beautiful Section of New are agents for the London, the Pequot District, contains William H. Page many residences that lietoken wealth

I! oiler Company of and refinement. The grounds of many Norwich, manufac- of these charming estates owe much of turers of the Volun- tlieir loveliness and symmetry of land- teer and other scape to the civil engineering, taste and celebrated steam and skill of Elisha Post, one of New Lon- hot water lieaters. don's foremost contractors. Other of The firm is located the city's localities as well, bear eviden- at 39 Main Street, ces of his handiwork. Mr. Post is the J|and comprises Joseph son of John and Nancy M. Rogers Post, ss**" - \^. Jordan a n d and was born in Bozrah, Connecticut, -Thomas P. Cleary. July 11th, 1853. His early education A Pro^hnent Builder of New was secured in the public schools of his others are London is Asa O. Goddard, whose shop native town. Like many who strife of is located in the rear of 248 Bank successful in the competitive Street. Mr. Goddard has erected many our cities, Mr. Post commenced liis ca- of the city's fine residences and Ijuild- reer as a young agriculturalist, and ings. He pays particular attention to afterwards liecame largely interested in carpentering and jobbing in all its the milk business on his own account. London branches, and his work is always In 1888 he established in New thoroughly and expeditiously executed. liis first enterprise, which was that of He solicits estimates, which he fur- teaming and jol>l)ing, later engaging in nishes with promptness and accuracy. his present business of stone mason His residence is on Broad Street, work, grading, roofing, concreting and above the city line. buildino- movinar.

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The Faculty uf thk Conservatory offers oppor- Hartford Consekva- tunity for study with the TORY OF Music, 315 Pearl very best New York Street, (Y. M. C. A. Build- artists and teachers, with- ing) Hartford. Connecticut, out the additional expense comprises some of the best of going to a larger city New York artists and teach- for a musical education. ers, such as Richard Bur- All branches of music are meister, pianist; Theodore taught, and certificates

Van Yorx, tenor ; William awarded in the teachers' Davol Sanders, violinist and artists" courses. Ar- and Frederick Blair, vio- W. V. ABELL, rangements can be made lincellist: alsoN. H. Allen, Musical Director. witli W. V. Al>ell, Director, organist; W. V. Abell, for lessons with the in- voice culture and piano, and structors at the heads of the eleven other instructors. different departments. As- The establishment of the sistants, teaching the same Hartford Conservatory of methods, are employed; jNIusii; Summer School at thus the Conservatory fur- New London, Connecticut, nishes good instruction at affords the public of that all prices. Those desiring vicinity, for a part of the circulars or detailed infor- year, the very best musical mation concerning the Con- advantages to l)e obtained servatorv, should write to l)etween New York and W.V. Abell. Musical Direc- THEOUORH VAN , uKX, Boston. The Hartford Tenor. tor, Hartford, Connecticut.

Patrick W. Ru.ssell, plumber, William L. Rok, carpenter and steam and gas fitter, at 224 Bank builder, was born in Patchogue, L. I., Street, established his first business in 1851. In 1864 he came to New enterprise in that I^ondon. He first embarked in business line in 1S72, as suc- on his own account in 1876, witli a cessor to Leonard Mr. Bingham, under the firm name of W. Dart. He deals Roe & Bingham. This firm erected a in gas fixtures and number of notable New London resi- all appurtenances dences, among them those of James

' p e c u 1 i a r to the Hislop, and A. G. (iriffin. In 1880 trade. The plumb- Mr. Roe dissolved partnership with ing and gas fitting ]\Ir. Bingham. Since then he has con- in many of New strut'ted more than 120 residences and London's principal stores. The Ocean Beach cottages of ijuildings is his F. H. Chappell, Ex-Governor T. M. PATRICK W. work. was Waller, and W. A. Appleb}-; the car RUSSELL. He awarded the con- station at ( )cean Beacii, and the car tract over many competitors for the barn of tlie New London Street Rail- steam piping in St. Mary's Star of the way Comjjan}', were built b}' him. He Sea Roman Catholii^ Church. Mr. lias been a mend)er of the New London Russell is a member of St. John's Fire Department for twenty-seven Literary Society, and a charter member years. Inspector of Buildings for three of the Knights of Cohunbus. He is years, and is a member of the New also a member of St. Mary's Church, London Board of Trade, and of the and for the past twenty-five years has Board of Relief. His residence and sung in its choir. office is at 6 Belden Street.

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HEADQUARTERS OF THE H. O. BURCH CONTRACTING AND MANUFAC- TURING COMPANY — HEMPSTEAD STREET.

Mr. H. 0. Burch Has Been in Business in New London for 25 Years. Tlie Specialty in the Manufacturing Department of the H. 0. Burch Contracting and Manufacturing Company is the Production of the H. 0. Burch Chimney Tops. and Artificial Stone, the Process for the Manufacture of Which is Mr. Burch's Own. These Products are Endorsed by the Leading Architects and Builders. Who Have Used Them Constantly for the Past Fifteen Years. Building Enteki'KISk, and substan- Wfislev Chimney tial appreciation in real estate values Cats liave been in in New London is unequivocally trace- use for more than able to the city's geographical situation, twenty years, and and to the progressive spirit of its have given uni- staunch citizens. The attitude, taste, versal satisfaction. and ability of its architects and con- They are made of tractors, however, liave undouljtedly cast iron and afford exercised a favorable influence upon absolute protection. the intentions of many contemplative They are for sale by home-builders. Dennis J. Murphy, one Luke Martin, of 4 of New London's leading contractors, Lee Avenue, New London, a chimney is an enterprising representative of the expert of thirty years' experience. local builders' trade. He was l)orn in Ireland July 24th, 1864. In 1885 he Many Principal Streets of New located in New London. He became London bear evidences of the construc- associated with A. L. Dean & Co., tive skill of William .J. Cullen, carpen- masons and builders, in 18n2, subse- ter and builder, who lias his office and quently withdrawing from that firm, residence at 830 Bank Street. The and engaging in the same line of busi- residence of Miss Mary F. Brown, on ness on liis own account in 189.5. Waller Street, several modern houses Among notable buildings erected by on Blackball Street, John Collins' com- liim are tlie following : The Goldsmith fortable Bank Street cottage, tliree fine Building, Y. M. C. A. Gymnasium, the houses on Coleman Street — the prop- Catholic School and Convent, and the erty of Messrs. Francis Bracken, Julian Fournier Building, in New London, and Edward Cook, respectively — and and the Allyn Block, Groton. His tnany other structures, some preten- residence and office are at 17 Tilley tious, others modest in design, were Street, and are connected by teleplione. erected by Mr. Cullen. (picturesque 1Rew ^London.

The Oldest, and one of the largest and best known wall paper and decorating houses in Eastern Connecti- cut is the New London Decor- ating Company, (t. R. Sweeney, Proprietor, located

;i t n u m Ij e r 12 I'.ank Street. It transacts a wholesale and retail business in wall papers, paints, leads, oils, varnishes, and window glass, and accepts contracts INTERIOR OF THE NEW LONDON DECORATING COMPANY'S for exterior and STORE -J2 BANK STREET. interior painting and decoratiu"'.

New London Harbok, than which schools of Groton. He established his the world has few that surpass it in present business about forty years excellence and beaut_y, is the frequent ago, and has conducted it with rendezvous of many marked success. He sailing parties and yacht pays particular atten- club fleets. In summer tion to the finest of its waters are almost sailmaking for yachts, constantly dotted with and whether—by choice the white sails of busi- of the customer — his ness and i)leasure craft. j-acht or boat sails are The boats of the fisher- manufactured by hand men, too, add not a little or machine, they are to the scene. For so long made in the best possi- as there is wind to l)e l)le manner. He also utilized for motive pow- makes tents and awn- er, the sail will have its ings, has on hand tents place; it is too neces- to rent, and sells and sary and picturesque p u re li a s e s old and ever to be entirely dis- second-hand sails. Mr. carded for the more Bailey is a veteran of BENJAMIN F. BAILEY modern methods of the Civil War aquatic propulsion. Sailmaking is an and served in important New London industry, and the 21st Con- for the fine quality, cut, and workman- necticut Beg- ship embodied in its sails, it is famous. iuient. He is Benjamin F. Bailey, its most prominent a member of sailmaker, and dealer in sail stock at the Odd Fel- 286 Bank Street, was born in Groton, lows, Ancient Connecticut, sixty years ago, son of ( )rder of L^ni- Henry and Susan Franklin Bailey, and tedWorkmen received his education in the puV)lic and the Jiblioom Club of New London.

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RECENT BUILDING ACQUISITIONS — COIT AND JAY STREETS — ERECTED BY PERRY BROTHERS, CONTRACTORS AND BUILDERS. Messrs. Perry Brothers are New London Contractors: Their P. 0. Address is Box 108. Uncasville. Connecticut. The Architects of the Structures. Corner of Coit and Jay Streets Shown in the Illustration, are IVIessrs. Donnelly & Hazeltine.

The Firm of Hobkon iV- Root, H. lioot was l)oin in Moiitville,Coiiiiec- painters and decorators, consists of ticut, February 1st, 1855. His father Andrew J. Hobron and John H. Root. was Joseph P. Root. The Inisiness It was established in 1873, under the location of Hobron & Root is at same firm name l)y wliich it is now 24 Church Street. The}' are contract- known. Messrs. Hol)ron & Root have ors for all kinds of painting and paper been in continuous partnersliip for tlie for glazing and hardwood past twenty-eiglit jears. Andrew J. hanging, and Hobron is a native of New London, finishing, and always keep in stock a son of Captain William Hobron. .John full line of painters' supplies.

INTERIOR OF THE BICYCLE AND SPORTING GOODS STORE OF CHARLES L. HOLMES 217 BANK STREET. Charles L. Holmes. Dealer in Bicycles. Bicycle Sundries, and Sporting Goods. Does Bicycle Repairing in All Its Branches. Rents Bicycles, and is Local Agent for the White Sewing Machine. (picturesque 1Hew Uondon.

INTERIOR OF W. W. WINCHESTER'S WALL PAPER AND DECORATING STORE, 5 MAIN STREET, NEW LONDON.

William W. AV'inchestee is the the painting business for the past owner and manager of the business twenty-three years, and possesses a conducted in the store at number 5 thorough knowledge of its require- Main Street. He carries tlie hirgest ments. This <]uality makes his service and most varied o f incalculable stock of wall value to the papers in the host of pleased city, and an ele- customers, who g a n t line of have been his window shades. patrons for a His assortment number of years. of varnishes, One has but to glass, brushes, leave his order and painters" at n u m b e r .5 supplies is com- Main Street to plete. He holds have this valu- the agency for able experience the famous placed wIidII}' at W. W. WINCHESTER'S STORE, Devoe and Ray- FRONT OF his disposal. 5 Main Street. nolds lead and Mr. Winches- zinc paints, the only ready-mixed ter"s place of business is open from paints now on the market carrying the • >.4.5 a. m. to ti p. m., and on Satur- makers" guarantee for durability. Mr. days and Mondays is open evenings Winchester has been identified with until tt.30 o"clock.

132 LABORATORY OF THE SHEFFIELD DENTIFRICE COMPANY. Since Dr. Sheffield's Creme Dentifrice was Placed on the Market in 1881. its Sales Have Increased to an Enormous Degree, the Daily Output Now Being Over a Ton in Weight. It Has Been Advertised Only by Free Distribution.

and its Quality Has Made a Market for it in Every Part of the World. The Company Now Claims to Have the Most Extensive Dentifrice Business in Existence.

Chapter X1l« NEW LONDON OF TO-DAY. FAVORABLE TRADE INFLUENCES — A POPULAR SUMMER RESORT AND SUCCESSFUL COMMERCIAL CENTER — PRINCIPAL HOTELS — SOME PRO- GRESSIVE BUSINESS ENTERPRISES. London, after the decline in the proHts to lie derived from those pursuits, commenced for its commercial benefits to avail itself of its admirable location. To this and to the inherent progressiveness of its inhabitants, is due the fact that it is famed as a healthfully growing manufacturing and mercantile center, as well as a summer resort. In that it combines these characteristics, it is an exception, and a notable and delightful exception, too. It is seldom that a popular sum ni e r watering-place preserves at the same time a healtliy and pro- WILLIAM H. ROWE, gressive business and manu- Cashier New London City National Bank. facturing tone. A railroad A City That in the Past had long junction of importance, and reached been accustomed to depend largely for by a most direct water highway, its its prosperity upon its self-projecting facilities for freight transjjortation are maritime commerce and ventures. New unexcelled.

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CROCKER HOUSE — STATE STREET, NEW LONDON.

to his assuming the proprietorship of the hotel in 1898, it was conducted liy his father, a Civil War veteran, who died aliout three years ago. The elder Mr. Gavitt was one of the unfortunate Union soldiers to endure confinement in Liliby Prison. The Hotel Rojal is adniiraljly conducted, and its service and cuisine are excellent. It offers special rates to commercial travellers. Its proprietor, who was born in Ston- ington, Connecticut, in 1868. is a inendier of the Masons, of the Knights of Pythias, the Elks, the Forest- ers, and of the Nameaug Fire Engine Com- pany of New

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1 8!i2 he was A. E. BECKWITH, " Proprietor "Gem Restaurant. 3 State Street. united in marriage to Mary A. The Hotkl Koval ociupifs, on Rogers, of Low- Bank Street, an older hotel site than ell, daughter of a any other hostelr}' now extant in New- well known vet- London. Its proprietor is Frederick eran of the War FREDERICK H. GAVITT, H. Gavitt. For twenty years previous of the Rebellion. Proprietor Hotel Royal.

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Mr. James P. Sullivan was born and is doing a prosjierous business. It in New Britain, Connecticut, August is the present proprietor's determination 29th, 1873. His father, who died about that The Winthrop shall Vie maintained twenty-four years ago, was James P. on a business status as enterprising and Sullivan. Mary Gorman Sullivan, his upright as that of any hotel in the city. mother, is still living, and resides with As a commercial house The Winthrop her son. When but nine years of age of to-day is a first-class hostelry. New Mr. Sullivan commenced his career London possesses a number of fine as a self-supporting young man. In hotels, yet the addition of one more of 1889 he began as laundryman in the a high character will be of great Hotel Russwin, New Britain. From l)enefit to the city. Mr. Sullivan has laundryman lie evidently grasped beeaine night por- the knowledge ter, and from night that a good com- porter he was mercial house, p r o m o t e d to located near the a clerkship in Fnion Depot and the same hotel. the various steam- As a clerk in the boat lines, will

Russwin Mr. Sul- fill a long felt livan served three demand. The years. He was Winthrop is so then called upon situated, Ijeing to assume the 1) u t a stone' s management of throw from the the Hotel Colum- depot and the bia, one of New wharves. The Britain's leading- push and determi- hotels. He has nation of its also represented young proprietor the New Britain will win for it a Machine Com- place among the pany, and spent best commercial fifteen months hotels of New travelling in their England. The ap- employ, selling- pointments of engines and wood The Winthrop are working machin- of a high grade. J^MES P. ery. In June, SULLIVAN. The cuisine is 1 q'aa -yf '"''•'"''*''"'''' "'^ ^'o'*' *'""!''<'?• State Street, Near Union Depot Snl- excellent, and the livan secured the proprietorshii) of The service courteous and efficient. The Winthrop, in New London. This hotel house is lighted throughout by both was in his hands but a short time when electricity and gas, and thoroughly its furnishings and interior appoint- heated by steam. It is a reputable, up- ments were entirely destroyed by tire. to-date house, and deserves generous At first thought this occurrence may patronage. In personal appearance Mr. be deemed a very unfortunate one. Sullivan is very pleasing. He is From an immediate pecuniary stand- extremely courteous, and sincerely point it certainly was a misfortune ; cordial, and enjoys the distinction of but eventually it will revert to a gain being one of the youngest and most for the proprietor, for the house is now enterprising hotel proprietors in the completely refurnished and refitted, country. He has made his own way in

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The New London Directory is issued annually by the Price & Lee Company, the well-known New Haven directory publishers. This firm merits the cordial and libei-al support of every enterprising citizen and business man in New London and adjacent towns. Its directories are models of convenient classification and compilation, are well printed on good paper, and are dur- aV)lv bound.

NEW LONDON POLICE HEADQUAR- TERS—BRADLEY STREET. the world, and is very ambitious. His principles of business equity and integrity are firmly rooted in tlie right. In religious persuasion he is a Roman Cath- olic, and a member of St. Mary's Star of the Sea Roman Catholic Church, of PRINTING HOUSE OF CLARKE & New London. He is a member of Mer- KEACH — 20 GREEN STREET. iden Lodge of Elks, Number Thirty Artistic Printing is a result of pro- Five, and Past Chancellor of the gression. It is necessary, too, in the Knights of Columbus, Carmody Coun- attaiinnent of good commercial results. cil, of Britain, Connecticut. New Clarke & Keacli, printers, at 20 Green Captain Daniel R. Loosley, the Street, produce nothing but the finest well known State Street periodical, of printing. They have the reputation book, and stationery dealer, has had a of being among the best printers in reniarkal)le career. He joined the Eastern Connecticut. Tiiej- make a United States Army in 1855, and saw specialty of fine society engraving. service in the Indian Wars near Puget Modern Photography is so dis- Sound in 1855-58, in the San Juan tinctly evolutionary that the e(iuipment Island boundary disi)ute, and on the of the up-to-date professional or ama- "Star of the West," in its attempt to teur nuist be in conformity if he would relieve the garrison of Fort Sumter. keep al)reast of the spirit of the times. He has filled every rank from sergeant To secure ambitious results, the most to captain, and has been twice brevet- reliable of plates, paper, and other acted. With tiie Army of the Potomac cessories should be used. A responsible he was in more than forty battles. dealer in everything in photographic Subsequent to the close of the Civil supplies is W. Edwin Hobi'on, whose War, he was active in fighting Apache store is at 231 Bank Street. Mr. Indians. He resigned from the Arniv Hobron also sells the (iramojihone, one in 1867. of the most perfect of talking machines.

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INTERIOR OF THE MILLINERY PARLORS OF MISS CHARLOTTE M. MALLORY,

24 GREEN STREET, NEW LONDON. CONNECTICUT. ADAM F. BISHOP, A Prominent Dentist of New London.

The Accompanying Picture pre- macadamized road on the west, and sents one of many magnificent views Mohegan Avenue, through whose cen- obtained from that section of the city ter runs the Montville trolley road, on known as "Hill Crest." This tract of the east. Thus all lots offered for sale land was developed recently for Imild- are made easily accessible, and as they ing sites: conuuand the une- a superb

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location 1\ i V e r make it from Ma- the most in a coke desirable t ( ) i t s residen- m o nth, tial part and of the of the S o u n d city. It f r (1 m ( is bound- r> 1 a k ed on the Point to east and the east-

west 1 )y ern end of the two V i s h e r s m a i n "HILL CREST" — LAND BELONGING TO PELEG WILLIAMS. Island, highways they are that enter the city from the north. unequalled for beauty of scenery. For Three parallel sti-eets, fifty feet wide, full particulars address all inquiries to will cross the property, intersecting Pc]egA\'illian)s or Arthur H. l-",ggleston, North Main Street, a nnich traveled. SI State Street. New London. Coini.

i;i8 GUY'S MILLINERY PARLORS -235 STATE STREET. NEW LONDON, CONN.

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CONSERVATORIES OF HERMAN H. APPLEDORN, FLORIST,

Sherman Street, near Montauk Avenue.

It Has Been Remarked that "one Axel F. Andersox, jeweler and ma}' as well be dead as out of style." real estate dealer, was born in Norr- Wliile this may act be literally true, koping, Sweden, in 1841. There his under some conditions the metaphor early education was secured. Soon .seems not too strong. She who would after leaving school he learned watch- comply with this well-nioh inexorable making, which law of fashion, could hardly do better was then much than to call upon Mrs. A. F. Strick- more difficult land, one of New London's most thannovv.asone fashionable dress-makers, at 20 Golden was obliged to Street. Mrs. Strickland also pays serve six years" attention to the altering and repairing apprenticeship, of furs. and pay for the

i list ru c tioii . A Satisfactokv Place To Go for Kxtraordinary either a lady's or gentleman's tailor- ability and re- made garment, or to have one's clothes sults, also, were renovated, is the tailoring establisli- exacted. In ment of A. Plotis,. 62 Main Street. 1 S () i}, after AXEL F. ANDERSON, secured good work at travelling ex- Here may be Jeweler and Real Estate Dealer. reasonable prices ; and tlie proprietor te n s ively in guarantees clothes that fit. When Europe, Mr. Anderson located in New this is taken into consideration, with London, engaging in the jewelry busi- the fact that onh- good materials ai'e ness under tlie firm name of Hustice & used, these prices will be of interest: Anderson, at oT I>auk Street. Since

Ladies' suits, .14. .50 upward ; men's 1894, when .Mi. Hustice retired, he has suits, from -HO, and men's trousers been the sole pro[irietor. He also con- from $-i up. ducts a prosperous real estate business.

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The Si'Acious and Admirably ployees he is liberal and considerate. Equipped Greenhouses of Mr. John John Spalding is the son of Thomas Spalding are located on Main Street, and Jennie Johnston Spalding, and hard by his residence, and with it, was born in Perthshire, Scotland, are his iirojierty. Mr. December 25th, 1814. Spalding's business in His earl}' education New London was es- was secured in the pub- tablished in 1868, on lic schools of his native the site which it now town. He commenced

occupies. From t li e to earn his own liveli- time of its inception hood when only fifteen it has j^rogressed rapid- years of age. With the ly, and now the hot- instincts of gardening houses cover nearly inculcated strong witli- twenty thousand feet in him, he chose it for of ground. The busi- his life vocation. Sev- ness has grown, entirely eral fine positions in by its owner's persist- Scotland and in Ireland ent efforts, from almost JOHN SPALDING, were tilled by him, un-

nothing to very con- One of New London's Leading Florists til, in 1860, he came to siderable proportions, America, locating in and attracts patronage from a wide New London in 1868. He has always circle of outlying territory. It is the been given to thoughtful reading, and largest permanently successful is remarkably well informed on many florist business in New London. subjects of interest and importance. Mr. Spalding has always been the ]Mr. Spalding married in Scotland

CONSERVATORIES, GARDENS, AND RESIDENCE OF JOHN SPALDING — MAIN STREET. sole proprietor, and his transactions his first wife, who died shortly after have ever been conducted fairly and coming to New London. He was honorably. He has the respect and married to his present wife, then Julia confidence of the solid and influental Scofield, of Poughkeepsie, New York, rhen of the community. To his em- in August, 1871.

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Staiui BROTHiiR.s' Phaiimacv, loca- .\ Wkll .Arn UN iKD Dure .Sti)i;i". ted at 108 State Street, is one of the best is that of Charles M. Rogers, Ph. G., at and most reliable drug stores in New Lon- 9 Main Street. Mr. Rogers has had a don. It is a prescription pharnracA', and wide experience in the drug business. enjo_vs the confidence of the best pln-si- In 1878 he entered the employ of R. E. cians. Many of its prescriptions come Willard, leading pharmacist of Pittsfield. from members of the medical profession In 1885 he graduated from tlie Albany in Groton, Mystic. Niantic, Montville College of Pliarmacy. He is licensed in and Norwich, as well as from those in New York City and in the states of New New London. An important consider- York, Connecticut and Massachusetts. ation in the compounding of prescriptions In 1892 he purchased his jjresent busi- is that a competent druggist be in charge ness from L. I). Kellogg. Embarking to see that all goes well. < >ne of the in the enterprise under adverse circum- proprietors of Starr Brothers" pharmacy stances, he has evolved a very gratifying is always in the store. Both have had patronage. He manufactures many admirable business training in their spe- special preparations, among them "Tube- cial lines, and with them absolute safety rose Toothpaste" and "Ozol,"" a corn and pure (juality are matters of certainty. cure. When he first entered the busi- They are watchful for their patrons' ness, the apothecary was required to every interest, and their prices are very manufacture his own drugs. At his store reasonable. They are sole agents for the purest drugs are used, and the most Ha\-ler"s celebrated chocolates and bon- competent prescri[)ti()nists employed. bons. When desired by their custom- On the same reliable, enterprising lines ers they furnish them with trading will be conducted his new store at and discount stamps. 11 Broad Street.

William B. Smith, art dealer, Ttj he erected a large store- and otfice- Main Street, was born in New London buildiug. He served in the Civil in 1833. When six months of age his War as sutler of the 29th Color- parents moved to ed Regiment. In Po(iuonnock. His 1875 he came to New father died when he London and opened " was three years old, a •' 99 cent store, and his mother when one of the first in he was fifteen. At the city, and contin- twelve he was work- ued its operation ing on a farm for many years. Mr. his livelihood. Later Smith manufactures he learned the Brit- an ointment with annia ware trade.buc which he cured him- owing to an accident self of eczema, after to one of his hands, physicians had pro- was obliged to dis- nounced his recov- continue it. He was ery impossible. It married at tweutv is called " Sure yeai-s of age. In 18.5.") Cure Ointment," he went to Wiscon- and is a certain cure WILLIAM B. SMITH, sin, expecting to lo- for e c 7. e m a, sore Art Dealer. cate there, but not eyes, insect bites, liking the West, he returned Last. and any cutaneous or suli-cutaneous opening a restaurant, fruit and con- irritation of inflammation. It is for fectionerv store in Meriden, where sale by all druggists.

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ENSIGN EBENEZER AVERY'S HOUSE,

Corner of Thames and Latham Streets. Grolon. After the Battle of Groton Heights, the British Soldiery Left the

American Wounded in this House. Which To-day Exists, a Memorial of the Storming of Fort Griswold.

Chapter X1I1I.

HISTORIC GROTON. REVOLUTIONARY INTEREST RUINS OF FORT GRISWOLD AND THE SPOT WHERE LEDYARD FELL- THE GROTON MONUMENT AND MONUMENT HOUSE — NOTED MEN OF GROTON'S PAST — BRIEF SKETCH OF COLONEL LEDYARD. AND OF ANNA WARNER BAILEY - MODERN GROTON VILLAGES WITHIN THE TOWNSHIP — CHURCHES AND SCHOOLS.

In Pu] NT OF R E \' (I Lf T 1 O N A K V Fame and Lmi'()v;tance the town of Gi'oton, Connecticut, takes rank wilh Concord, Lexington, Boston, and other places of notable influence in the war which resulted in the birth of the United States as an independent nation. Of the part she played in that epoch-marking period, and of her share in the making of its history, she has reason to be proud. The Battle of Groton Heights, which occurred on September 6th, 1781, and the heroic defense of Fort Griswold on that day, have cast over Groton a halo of romantic liistory ANNA WARNER BAILEY, which will remain forever. Aery • Mother" Bailey. interesting indeed is it to visit the Anna Warner Bailey was Noted for Her Patriotic Sentiments ruins of the old fort, and speculate and Acts During Both the Revolutionary Period and the War of 1812. upon the events of the day when a

145 Ipicturesque 1Rcw ILondon. liaiiiltul of men, all patriotic lieroes, monument in memory of the brave held it with Spartan-like disregard for men who fell at the Battle of Groton the numerical superioritj' of the be- Heights. On September 6, 1826, the sieging forces. The embankments corner stone was laid. The monu- and ground plan of the fort are still ment was dedicated Septemlier 6. quite plainly marked, and a sally-port 18-SO. Ill 1881 its height was increased through the south glacis j"et remains from 1"2T feet to 135 feet. The shaft intact. Within the fort, surrounded is an obelisk in form, and is of bv an iron fence, is a granite tablet granite quarried from the ground on which marks the spot where Colonel wliich the patriots whose heroism it

VIEW WITHIN THE RUINS OF HISTORIC FORT GRISWOLD,

Showing the Spot, Enclosed by Iron Palings. Where Fell Colonel William Ledyard: the Old Wall and North Gate: the Groton Monument and Monument House, and the School House and Bill Memorial Library. To Stand Within the Ruins of the Old Fort. Upon the Ground Made Sacred by the Blood of Martyr-Patriots, is to Marvel at that Spirit. Courage, and Loyalty to High Conviction Which Accomplished Our

/ Independence as a Nation.

William Ledyard fell, maliciousl}' perpetuates yielded up their lives. B}^ murdered by a l>i-itish officer, to whom a circular stairway of 166 steps, one he had surrendered the fort and his may ascend to the apex, from which sword. The Groton ^lonument and is secured an extensive view of great Monument House, and the Bill Mem- charm and beauty. From adults a orial Library are witliin view of and small fee of ten cents is required for near the fort. From the ramparts the privilege of making the ascent: may be had a beautiful view of New from children but iialf price is asked. London Harbor, the city of New The season during whicii tlie monu- London, and the Thames River. ment is regidarlj' open to the publir In 182(5 an association was organ- is troni .luiie to October, but IMr. ized for the purpose of erecting a •himes M. Baion. a vetei'an of the

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Civil XVar, resides nearhy, and, upon Rhode Island, were sons of Groton call, escorts visitors to the top at any whose careers reflect lionor upon the time of the year. For fifteen cents town. his "Battle of Groton Heights," a Colonel William Ledyard was liorn in very interesting booklet, may l)e pro- Groton, near the site on which stands cured. The the Groton President of iNIonument. the M o n u His parents ment Asso- were Isaac c i a t i o n and Elizabeth is John ( ) Saltonstall Spicer. Ledyard. The Anna He was, in Warner ever}- respect, Bailey Chap- one of the t e r of the noblest char- D augliters acters of his of the Ameri- day; brave, can Revolu- eihcient in tion have the command,and nse of the an indomita- stone house ble hgliter, lie near the mcm- was, withal, ument. Here modest and ai-e kept for unassuming. preservation On July 3rd, and public 17 76, soon i nspection after the con- such Revolu- struction of tionary relics Fort G r i s - as they have, wold, he was or may in commissioned future have, captain of possession of. artillery and Tlie collec- com mander tion on exhib- of that forti- ition is very iication. His fine and in- jurisdiction teresting. was made to

Groton lias THE GROTON MONUMENT. end )i ace New given to his- London, Gro- The Grbton Monument was Dedicated September 6th. 1830. It is of tory several Granite Quarried from the Soil on which the Brave Men Whom ton and Ston- it Commemorates Yielded up their Lives in the Defense of distinguished i n g t n in Liberty. In 1881 its Height was Increased from 127 men. Silas Feet to 135 Feet. The Shaft is an Obelisk in Form. March, 1778, Dean, Envoj^ Us Apex, from which is to be Obtained a and the rank Charming View, is Reached by a Circular to France at of major was Stairway of 166 Steps. tlie time of at that time the Revolutionary War; Colonel Wil- conferred upon him. He perished, a liam Ledyard, the heroic commander victim of one of the most treacherous of Fort Griswold; the noted traveller, foes, September 6, 1781, after a re- John Ledyard, and Rev. Samuel markable and gallant defense of Fort Seabury, Bishop of Connecticut and firiswold against superior numliers and

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discijiline, He was content to sutler country. The garrison at the fort all, and to lose all, that his country was reinforced by a company of volun- might be. thereby, the gainer. One teers from New London, who found liundred yards to the southeast of their supply of flannel for making the old fort is his grave. Over it is a cartridges dangerously depleted. The handsome monument erected from an inhal>itants, fearful of a re-occurrence appropriation by the State in 1854, of the horrors of 1781, had removed as a tribute to his brave deeds and many of their effects, and no flannel sacrifices. was obtainable. "Mother"' Bailey \\as Anna Warner Bailey ("Mother" appealed to by an American oflicer. Bailej') was a heroic daughter of Her bhinkets she had disposed of, but Groton, who, at the time of the battle she unhesitatingly solved the difficulty.

VIEW OF THE LOWER RAMPARTS OF FORT GRISWOLD,

Showing Some Antiquated Munitions of Warfare in the Foreground, and in the Background the New London Shore. With the Harbor in the IVIiddle Distance. of Groton Heights, rendered loxing Deftly she removed her flannel petti- service and tender ministrations to coat, and handed it to the oflicer with the wounded, and to her uncle, a patriotic expression of her iiope that Edward Mills, in whose family she it would prove of service. She died made her home. Mr. Mills was one in 1851, at the ripe age of ninety- of the defenders of the fort, and was two j-ears. fatally wounded during the conflict. Groton has an estimated population Thirty-one years later, when Admiral of from 7,500 to 8,000 inhabitants, a Decatur was blockaded in New Lon- very creditable gain, since 1890, of don Harbor, and a land attack was about 2.500. It comprises in area 40 anticipated, occurred ''the petticoat square miles. On its northern bound- incident" which made "Mother'" ary is Ledyard. which was set off from Bailey"s name famous tliroughout the firoton and incorporated a separate

14.^ INTERIOR VIEW OF THE MONUMENT HOUSE — GROTON HEIGHTS.

INTERIOR VIEW OF THE MONUMENT HOUSE - GROTON HEIGHTS.

The Monument House. Located Hard by the Grolon Monument, is Maintained by the Anna Warner Bailey Chapter of the

Daughters of the American Revolution, of which Mrs. A. D. Slocomb is Regent. It Contains Many Curios, and

Interesting Relics of the Revolution. From its Curator One May Obtain Souvenirs of "Mother" Bailey. Colonel Ledyard. and Nathan Hale. The House Contains a Visiting Register on which were Recorded Last Year, in August Alone. About 1200 Names. During the Year From

5000 to 6000 People Visited the Monument. It is Open to the Public from May 1st to November 1st of Each Year.

140 Ipicturesque 1Rew ILondon. town in lS36. On the east is tlie New London has at some time been Mystic River and the town of Stoning- variously known as "Groton Bank." ton: on the west the River Tiiames "(Troton Landing," and ••Grotiin and New London Harbor, and on tlie Ferry." To the south, fronting on south, Long- Island Sound. New London Har1)or and the Sound, The recent location in (Jroton of the is Eastern Point. Eastern Sliipbuilding Company marks The school system of Grotun is a revival of shipbuilding interests that excellent. It embodies ten districts, is sure to be of great benefit to the as follows: Groton, Pleasant Yallej", town. Indeed, its influence is already Centre Groton, Burnet's. Mystic, manifest. Real estate values are l^pper Xoank. Poquonnock Bridge,

VIEW OF MONUMENT STREET — GROTON.

Looking North from Near the Groton Monument, and Showing on the Left the Residence of Mrs. A. D. Slocomb.

and on the Right, the Bill Memorial Library. good, and are increasing, there is con- Eastern Point, West Mystic, and sideral)le building in progress, and the Noank. The High School of the town general tone is one of prosperity and is located at Mystic, where is also a enterprise. first and second primary, an interme- The township of Groton includes diate, and a grammar school. The several villages. To the southeast of capacity of the schodi building in Groton proper are the divisions of District Number One, located near Poquonnock Bridge, Poquonnock, the Groton Monument, has been taxed Noank, West Mystic, and Mystic. To to the utmost during the past year. the northeast is the Navy Yard, a T(i remedy this condition the State station on the Norwich division of Legislature has just granted the town the New York, New Haven and authority to issue bonds to the amount Hartford Railroad. To the east is Old of $40,000, for the purpose of erecting ]\Iystic. Tiiat portion directly opposite a new school building in this district.

150 PASTORS OF THE CHURCHES — GROTON.

REV. PAUL F. HOFFMAN, REV. FREDERICK S. HYDE. Bishop Seaburv Memorial. Congregational. REV. LANGLEY B. SEARS.

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THE GROTON HEIGHTS BAPTIST CHURCH, BROAD AND CHURCH STREETS. GROTON.

Society Organized March 8.1843. First Ciiurch of Worstiip Dedicated as " Tiie Groton Bank Baptist Church. " June 4.

1845. Present Church was Dedicated July 11. 1872. and Name Changed by Act of Legislature

April 11. 1887. to 'The Groton Heights Baptist Church." Sunday School Organized in 1845. Pastor. Rev. Langley B. Sears.

In connection with District N^umber Monument, was founded by Frederic One is a free kindergarten. liill. in commemoration of his sisters, Groton has three churches, tlie Eliza and Haiiiet. It is a fine build- Groton Heights Baptist. Rev. Langley ing of Stony Creek granite, with B. Sears, Pastoi'; the Groton Congre- Ma^'Uard freestone trimmings. It was gational Church, Rev. Frederick S. dedicated June 18th, 1890. It is Hyde, Pastor: and the Bishop Sealiury maintained by a fund of more than Memorial Church (Epistopal). Rev. >

152 THE CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF GROTON - THAMES STREET.

The Congregational Church of Groton is an Off-shoot from the First Church of New London. Permission for the Separation being Secured from the Hartford General Court in 1702. Since Then There Have Been Several Changes of Site. It is Anticipated that a New Edifice Will. Ere Long, be Erected on the Society's Newly Acquired Property. Corner of Monument and Meridian Streets. The Regular Church Services are as Follows: Sunday Morning Service. 10.45: Sabbath School. 12 M.: Sunday Endeavor Meeting. 6.30 P. M.: Sunday Evening Service. 7.30 P. M.: Week Day Meeting. 7.30. Friday P. M. Pastor. Rev. Frederick S. Hyde. s:TTr ''?VI-v.%

SEABURY MEMORIAL CHURCH - FORT STREET, GROTON. 13th. 1881. The Seabury Memorial Church was Completed in 1876. It was Consecrated by Bishop Williams September of Under the Name of Seabury Memorial Church, in Honor of the Memory of the Rt. Rev. Samuel Seabury. First Bishop the American Church, and of the Diocese of Connecticut, and who was Born in Groton. November 30th. 1729. Services: Sundays. Holy Eucharist, 9 A. M.: Matinsand Litany.10.30 A. M.: Holy Eucharist. 11.00 A. M.: Vespers. 5 P. M.: Holy Days. Holy Eucharist. 7 A. M.: Vespers. 5 P. M. Priest in Charge. Rev. Paul F. Hoffman.

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sword of Colonel Ledyard, Smith, of Waterbury : Sec- carried b}' hiiu on the fate- rftary. James Bishop, of ful ilth of September, 1781. New Haven : Treasurer, In Groton is located the Frederick S. Hunt, of Odd Fellows" Home of Bridgeport. Connecticut. It is situat- There are before the ed OQ the east bank of, Legislature petitions for and overlooks, the Thames electric road privileges. River. It is aptly named ()ne road contemplated "Fairview," for from its will extend from Norwich site majr be obtained a to (xroton, and one from view of dive rs i t y and (iroton to Westerly, via beauty. The Home was Noank. Another matter of great founded and is supported JAMES BISHOP. contributions from the interest has been brought by, Secretar> Odd Fellows' Home of various lodges of the Inde- Connecticut. before the Legislature,

"FAIRVIEW," ODD FELLOWS' HOME OF CONNECTICUT — GROTON. pendent ( )rder of Odd and sanctioned by it, viz., Fellows of Connecticut. to giunt a certain section Its purpose is to provide of the town the borough a home for aged, infirm, form of government. The crippled, and indigent Legislative body having members of the Order. acted favorably upon this The property contains petition, it will then l)e about fifty acres of land. balloted upon by the vot- and is one mile north of ers of Groton. There ex- Groton Village. Its officers ists a difference of opin- are. Charles B. Ware, P. ion regarding the advisa- G. M., New London. Presi- bility of this change in dent; First Vice-Presi- form of government: but dent, Frederick Botsford, there is unanimity as to FREDERICK S. HUNT, the desirability of the im- of New Haven; Second Treasurer Odd Fellows' Home Vice-President, John W. of Connecticut. provements proposed. RESIDENCE OF THOMAS A. MINER.

The Residence of Thomas A. Miner. President of the Groton Grain Company. 105 Thames Street,

is Located on Meridian Street. Corner of Monument.

RESIDENCE OF CAPTAIN JASON L. RANDALL — RAMSDELL STREET.

155 FIVE MODERN GROTON RESIDENCES.

HIRAM M. HODGOON — RAMSOELL STREET. HENRY L BAILEY - RAMSDELL STREET.

WALTER R. DENISON — RAMSDELL STREET,

ALBERT L. SAUNDERS -ALLEN STREET. NELSON S. HOLDRIDGE — PLEASANT STREET.

156 BILL MEMORIAL LIBRARY GROTON.

The Bill Memorial Library was Dedicated June I8th. 1890. It was Presented to Groton by Frederic Bill, a Resident

of the Town. It Is Constructed of Stony Creek Granite and Trimmed with Maynard Freestone, is Fifty Feet

Long and Forty Wide. It Contains About Four Thousand Volumes. Issued Free to Card Holders, and Is Maintained by an Endowment Fund of More than Ten Thousand Dollars, also the Gift

of Frederic Bill. In the Upper Portion of the Library is a Historical Room in which are Many Relics of Historic and Local Interest.

Chapter X1I1I1I.

GROTON OF TO-DAY. CONTEMPLATED IMPROVEMENTS - NOTEWORTHY RESIDENCES — MERCAN- TILE ENTERPRISES AND BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL MEN.

The KdADs of Gukton are usually are well represented the customary kept in good condition, and the section branches of professional, trade, and south, to Eastern Point, is traversed mercantile pursuits. The business l)y an exceptionally fine road of hard, portion of the connnunity centres about smooth macadam. Here the highway that section of Thames Street adjacent extends along the harbor to that to the landing-place of the ferry which charming summer hotel, the Fort connects Groton with New I^on

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RESIDENCE OF CLINTON D. HANOVER, CARPENTER AND BUILDER, Baker Avenue. Groton. A Max's Duty to Himself, pro- WdODHURNE R. Ayi.s, M. D., was vided, always, that lie can afford it, is born in New Brunswick, N. J., in to be well dressed. While it is true 18i)6. He was educated privately that "clothes do not make the man," until he entered Yale Medical College. they go far towards so doing. At the He graduated from the College of tailoring establishment and furnishintf Physicians and Surgeons of Baltimore store of H. A. EdgcomVi one can find in 1894, after a three years' college, and almost anything in the line of up-to- a two years" hospital course. He is a date, dressy fabrics and accessories. member of the I. O. O. F., Foresters of The worknianshi[i \yhich Mr. Edgconib America, I'nited Order Golden Cross, puts into garments of his manufacture Heptasophs, and of the A. O. I'. W., is excellent, while the trimmings and fit of all of which, excepting the Odd are unsurpassed. His store is located on Fellows, he is medical examiner. Thames Street, near the Post ( )ffice. His oflice is at the corner of Thames and Latham streets.

Ei>WAKi> W. J.viivi.s, D. D. S., is a surgeon-dentist of thoroughness and skill. His location in Groton is re- tent, and of importance to those of its inhabitants wlio realize how essential to their comfort and appearance is the care of the teeth. Dr Jarvis is a graduate of the Pennsylvania College of Dental Surgery, one of the oldest institutions of like character in the I'nited States. On its faculty are some of the most widely known men STORE OF HOWARD A. EDGCOMB, GROTON. ill the dental profession. 158 Ipicturesque 1Rew Uondon.

OFFICE AND SHOP OF MARQUARDT BROTHERS, CARPENTERS AND BUILDERS, THAMES STREET. NEAR FERRY LANDING. GROTON.

The Firm of Marquardt Brothers. Carpenters and Builders, and Dealers in Lumber and Building Materials. Consists of Christian G.. George, and Charles A. Marquardt.

H. E. MAi!(,)rAi;i)T, Dealer in (Gro- On Thames Street, Groton, is ceries and Provisions, Thames Street, the Market of Jud.son F. Bailey, Groton, was born in Groton, June 25th, Dealer in Meats, Poultry, Game and 1874. His education was obtained in Vegetables. Mr. Bailey was born in the schools of Groton. He established Groton February IH, 18t)5, and was his grocery business in 1895, and carries educated in its public schools. His a full line of canned goods, teas, coffees, politics are Republican. In 1895 he fruit and staple provisions. It is worth was elected a member of the Legisla- while to inspect his fine stock. In ture, and at present is one of the June, 1897, Mr. Marquardt was united Selectmen of Groton. He is a member in marriage to Miss Emma A. Chap- of the Odd Fellows: A. O. U. W.; of man. His residence is on Monument the Jil)boom Club, of New London, and Street, Groton. of the Ridgley Protective Association.

Charles C. Bloesei;, Tonsorial (iEOKCES. AvERV, Dealer in Choice Artist, has for the past fifteen years Groceries, Flour, Grain and Feed, was occupied his present location at number l)orn in Groton April 19th, 183G. His 2 Si'liool Street, directly opposite the father was the Rev. J. R. Avery. Groton Ferry Landing. The expression His place of business is located on "tonsorial artist" is not, in Mr. Bloe- Thames Street, Groton, and was estab- ser's case, a misnomer, for in any of lished in 188G. He is a member of his chairs one is sure of a good "hair- the Groton Congregational Church, cut" or comfortaljle "shave": and to of the Association of Master Mechan- perform either, surely a certain art is ics, and of Fairview Lodge of Odd requisite. Mr. Bloeser is also agent Fellows. His politics are Republican. for the New London Steam and Hand In September, 1886, he married Miss T>aundrv. Lucy A. Larkin, of Groton.

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FIN BOAT "SPORT," Built b> Charles F. Ferguson. Builder of All Kinds of Yachts and Launches. 65 Thames Street. Grolon. Where Boats May be Hired, as Well as Orders Given for Their Construction. If Causln'g Two Blades of Gka.ss (iEolKiE R. Hf.MPSTEAD, PlLMBEU TO Grow in place of one a benefac- be axd TLX.s.AnTH, was born in Groton tion, sureh^ those appreciating land May 27th, 1862, son of William F. values from '915 to vSo per acre on the and Welthin Dart Hempstead. As a tax list, to ifoOO and §1000 per acre, are benefactors. The Gkotox farmer he l)egantobe self-supporting; Real Estate CoitPANY, Thojlvs afterwards he became an artesian well- HA>nLTOX and WaltePv R. D?:xis()X, driller, and yet later embarked in his ]*r;oPEiET<)i;s, liave accomplished present Vmsinessof pluml)ing. tinsmith- this. With the advent of the Eastern ing, repairing, and stove dealing, which Shipbuilding Company, arose the he conducts at 92 Thames Street, op- necessity for more houses in Groton. posite the Ferry Landing. He deals Messrs. Hamilton and Denison met in Tinware of every description. this demand. They purchased land, Pumps, Pipes, Heaters of all kinds. made streets and built houses. Stoves and Ranges, and in Horse

( )verlooking the sliipbuilding plant, Goods, Harness, etc. His telephone they laid out the plat called "Harbor numl)er is 193-2. His Stoves, Heaters, Mew," where they erected the Hotel and Ranges, and, in fact, all of the Harbor A'iew, and many cottages and goods in which he deals, are of a ijual- two-family houses. They have here ity that gives the best satisfaction and besides, fifty building lots for sale, money-worth. His jobbing is always most of them 50x110 feet, some larger. executed promptly and well. Mr. These are the most desirable lots in Hempstead is a meml)er of the Union the borough. With another fine tract Lodge of Masons, of the Independent further south, they are able to meet Order of Odd Fellows, the Ancient anyone's means. To manufacturers Order of Fnited Workmen, and of the seeking sites. lil)cral terms will be made. Improved Order of Heptaso|)hs.

HEADQUARTERS OF ROBERT D. DENISON, PAINTER AND PAPER HANGER -FERRY LANDING, GROTON. Ipicturcsque 1Rew !aLonclon»

FERRY LANDING AND ALLYN BLOCK — GROTON.

In the Allyn Block, Recently Erected by Him. is the Grocery of Carlos W. Allyn.

Caislus W. Allyn, Gkocei;, was W. L. MoKGAN, Watch JiAKER axb born in Groton, .son of Wilson and Jeweler, and Repairer of and Dealer Ella E. Ghapman Allyn. His early in Watches, Clocks and Jewelry, is education was secured in a district located at 89 Thames Street, Groton. school, which he attended winters. He makes a specialty of thorough, first- After acting as clerk for John S. ]\Ior- class repairing. He is the local agent gan, and for W. J. Starr, respectively, for the Rochester, Eagle, and Monarch he entered business for himself, suc- bicycles, three of the best produced in ceeding Mr. Starr in 1892. In 189,s this country. They are strictly high- he purchased the corner feed store of grade, up-to-date wheels. Mr. Morgan B. M. O'Brien, operating it successful- deals in l)icycle sundries, repairs bicy- ly, until recently, when he erecteil the cles and handles in Groton the Zon-o- brick block which he now occupies on phone Talking Machine. Thames Street, near the ferry landing. At his store may be found the very A Good Place to Hire a Team best of everything in groceries. Mr. for business or pleasure, is the Gr(:)TON Allyn's politics are Republican. For Liverv and Boarding Stable, of eighteen years he has been a member which William H. Hawkey is manager. of the Groton Congregational Church. The stable office is located on Fort He is also a member of the Fairview Street, Groton. This livery furnishes Lodge of Odd Fellows — of which he first-class turn-outs at all hours, and is Treasurer, and Charter Member gives prompt attention to customers. from Mohegan Lodge — and of the It is London by Union Lodge of Masons. In 1895 he connected with New married Miss S. Elizabeth Throop, telephone, and a call over the wire niece of Peleg Williams of New will elicit a ready response, and cour- London. teous and efficient service.

161 RESIDENCE OF C M. SHAY, — MERIDIAN STREET, GROTON. FORT TRUMBULL — NEW LONDON, CONNECTICUT.

Fort Trumbull Received its Name in Honor of Governor Jonathan Trumbull. Governor of Connecticut during the Revolution.

It is Located on Fort Neck, a Point of Land Extending into the Harbor from the West Side, about a Mile and a Half

North of the Lighthouse and Nearly a Mile from the Center of the City. It is of Granite from the Quarry

on Millstone Point. It was Completed in 1849. at a Cost of about $250,000. The Fort is Garrisoned by United States Troops, and is a Recruiting Station.

Chapter Xflt).

ENVIRONS OF NEW LONDON. WATERFORD — MONTVILLE — NORWICH — ALLYN'S POINT — GALE'S FERRY- NAVY YARD-GROTON STATION — NOANK.

Nkw London, advantage- ouslj' located as a seaport, is no less fortunately situated in regard to lier environment and neiglihoring towns. The rity"s connection by trolley with that portion of Water- ford immediately north; with Montville and Norwich; and its easy access to Noank, l)y the local trains of the Consoli- dated llailroad, is of benefit to those places, and to New London as well. North of New London, on the Central N'ermont Railway, is Waterford Station. The village of Waterford proper is south of New London, on the Shore Line Division of ROBERT PALMER, the New York, New Haven and Hartford Railroad. And President of the Robert Palmer & Son Shipbuilding and Marine Railway Company. Noank. Connecticut. surrounding New London on

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RESIDENCE OF GEORGE F. HEWITT, BUILDER, 9 MAIN STREET, NEW LONDON. Waterford. Near Uncasville. the north, west and south, i.s the tiitire Quakt-r Hill, a post ol'lic-e and vilhige on townsliip of Waterford. numbering the Norwich and New l>ondon trolley

THE UNCASVILLE MANUFACTURING COMPANY, Uncasville (Montville> Connecticut. about 3,000 in population. Adjacent line. Its principal industries are agri- to Waterford Station, on the nortli, is culture and the manufacture of paper.

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RESIDENCE OF HENRY C. JOHNSON, PRESIDENT OF THE WILLIAM G. JOHNSON COMPANY — MONTVILLE, CONNECTICUT.

North of Quaker Hill is the town- Norwich and New London trolley line; ship of Montville, which comprises Pabnertown, Massapea.fr, Oakdale and

DYEWOOD AND DYEWOOD EXTRACT FACTORY OF THE WILLIAM G. JOHNSON COMPANY -UNCASVILLE (MONTVILLE) CONNECTICUT, Montville Station, on the Central Mohegan. Uncasville, situated six Vermont Railway; Uncasville, on the miles north of New London, is the

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1C7 Ipicturesquc 1Rcw ILondon* home of the Uneasville Manufacturing And still further north, but three Company, cotton manufacturers, of miles soutli of Norwich, is the village which Mr. Charles D. White is Man- of Mohegan, situated on the same ager. Here are also located the works railroad line. of the William G. Johnson Companj-, Montville, once the North Parish of manufacturers of dyewoods and pure New London, is very nearly equi-distant dyewood extracts and liijuors. This between Norwich and that t'ity, on the company has had a long and successful west ])ank of the River Thames. It existence; it was established in 1H34. is intersected by the Central Vermont To the northwest of Montville is Railroad and the Norwich and New Palmertown, one of the sites of the London trolley line, and in population manufactories of the Palmer Brothers numbers close to 3,000. Between Company, manufacturers of lied com- Montville and Norwich, one mile south fortables. The Palmer Brothers have, of the latter, is Thamesville, also a also, mills in Oakdale and Fitchville, station on the Central Vermont. Connecticut. Palmertown has, as well, Fourteen miles north of New Lon- manufactures of paper— by the mills don, approximately, is Norwich, one l)elonging to the estate of the C. M. of the county seats of New London Robertson Company — and of cotton County, and a prominent trade center and wool. It is two miles from Mont- for Eastern Connecticut. This busy ville Station. From Palmertown. to city is charmingly situated at the head the northward, lies Massapeag, a station of navigation on the Thames, which on the Central \'ermont Kailwav. is formed here bv the confluence of

GENERAL OFFICE OF THE NEW LONDON COUNTY MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY, OF NORWICH. CONNECTICUT - OVER CHELSEA SAVINGS BANK, SHETUCKET STREET.

The Policies of the New London County Mutual Fire Insurance Company Cover Damage by Lightning. Whether Fire

Ensues or not Officers: C. J. Winters. President: J. F. Williams. Secretary;

L, H. Williams. Assistant Secretary: I. L. Peck. Treasurer.

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RESIDENCE OF ROBERT PALMER - NOANK, CONNECTICUT. the Yantic and Shetucket rivers. It easterly direction is Noank, a charm- is connected with New London by ing rural coast town, located on a de- trolley and steam railways, and hy lightful section of the Atlantic shore steamboat. It has direct railroad con- at the mouth of the Mystic river. Its nections with the nortli and northwest shady streets and comfortable homes as well. For its beautiful residences, its with their well kept lawns and broad, shaded avenues and fine streets, grounds, lend an atmosphere of thrift, and for its important manufactures, orderliness and peace. The chief Norwich is justly famed. In popula- supporting industries of Noank are tion it has between twenty-seven and shipbuilding and fishing. It is the twenty-eight thousand. home of The Robert Palmer & Son Tlie foregoing places lietween New Shipbuilding and Marine Railway Loudon and Norwicli are immediately Company, one of the foremost con- west of the Thames river, and such of cerns in the country engaged in the them as are railroad stations, are on construction of maritime craft. the line of the Central Vermont Rail- Noank is on the Sliore Line Division way. Skirting the eastern bank of of the New York, New Haven and the Thames, and yet another link con- Hartford Railroad. Of churches it necting Norwich and New London, has two, Baptist and Methodist in de- are the tracks of the Norwich and nomination. The school facilities are Worcester Division of the New York, good, and are represented by a cen- New Haven & Hartford Railroad. trally located school edifice, in which The noteworthy stations along this the grades range inclusively from Pri- line, from Norwich to New London, mary to High. are Allyn's Point, Gale's Ferry, the The hotel acconunodations are un- Navy Yard, and Groton Station. usually good, and summer visitors to In the township of Groton, about the village find it a delightful place of seven miles from New London in an recreation.

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The water views about Noank are in a store, anil was afterwards engaged fine, and the sea air is healtliful and to assume the management of a union bracing. store which was erected for the special The town numbers in popuh\tion purpose of being placed under his about fifteen hundred, ^hiny of its charge. In 18.51 he became an active working inhaliitants partner in the busi- are employed in the ness, and bought out, shipyard, many are o n e - b y - o n e , the engaged in fishing, twelve other ownere, and some have until he possessed al> achieved success in solute control. In mercantile pui-suits. May. 18 90, he sold his RoswellBi'rrows business, and closed Fitch, of Xoank, was an active commercial born in Groton, Con- career of thirty-five necticut, April 19th, years' duration. 1833. His parents In (Jctober, 1854, were El is ha and Mr. Fitch married Mary P. Fitch. At Ellen Elizal)eth Wil- twelve years of age ROSWELL B. FITCH. bur, who died Fel> he commenced to ruary 13th, 1874, be self-sujjporting, and from then until leavinga son, Walter Wilbur Fitch, who he was fourteen, occupied a clerkship was born in 1859, and died December in a general store. Later his summers ititli, 1888. Mr. Fitch married again, in were spent in fishing for a livelihood, 1875. Olive Elizabeth Wilmot. Mr. and and his winters in attending school. Mrs. Fitch have a daughter. Elizabeth Subsequently he again l)ecame clerk Wilbur Fitch, born April 10th, 1884.

RESIDENCE OF ROSWELL B. FITCH — NOANK, CONNECTICUT.

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DOCK AND YARD VIEW IN THE SHIPYARD OF THE ROBERT PALMER & SON SHIPBUILDING AND MARINE RAILWAY COMPANY, NOANK, CONNECTICUT. The Officers of The Robert Palmer & Son Shipbuilding and Marine Railway Company are. Robert Palmer. President Robert P. Wilbur. Vice-President: Robert Palmer. Jr.. Secretary and Treasurer: and John E. McDonald. Superintendent. Robert Palmer, the President, was Born in Noanl<. May 26. 1825. At the Age of Twenty. With His Father. He Engaged in. the Shipbuilding Industry. Succeeding His Father More Than Fifty Years Ago. and Establishing From Small Beginnings. One of the Largest Modern Shipbuilding Enterprises in the Country. The Plant Has Turned Out Over 500 Vessels. Varying in Size From the Ordinary Fishing Vessel to the Large. Palatial Sound Steamers. Mr. Palmers Politics are Republican. He Has Served Two Terms in the State Legislature. Has Been Deacon of the Noank Baptist Church for 48 Years. Superintendent of Its Sunday School for 55 Years, and is President of the Mystic and Noank Library.

VIEW IN THE ROBERT PALMER & SON SHIPBUILDING AND MARINE RAIL- WAY COMPANY'S YARD-SHOWING WORK UNDER CONSTRUCTION AND VESSELS ON THE WAYS. 171 DANIEL F. PACKER, INVENTOR, AND FOUNDER OF THE PACKER MANUFACTURING COMPANY, OF NEW YORK.

Mr. Packer was Born in Groton. April 6th. 1825. In His Early Days He Followed His Predeliction for the Sea. Crossing the Atlantic a Number of limes, and at Twenty-One Became Captain and Part Owner of a Vessel. In 1851-52 He Spent

Most of His Time in California. Looking After the Interests He Had Acquired in the Gold Mines. The First Pine Tar Soap Ever Made was Originated and Manufactured by Daniel F. Packer — the Soap Which is Now

Commonly Known in the Business World, and in About All American Households, as Well as in Those of Nearly All Civilized Countries, as "Packers Tar Soap." For the Last Twenty-Five Years He Has Been Engaged Principally in the Manufacture of this Celebrated Soap. Mr. Packer Resides in Mystic. His Elegant Home. "Grand View Cottage." is On the Banks of the Mystic River.

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SOLDIERS' MONUMENT - JUNCTION OF EAST MAIN STREET AND BROADWAY, MYSTIC. Chapter Xlt),

ENVIRONS OF NEW LONDON — MYSTIC. THE BEAUTIFUL SCENERY OF A CHARMING AMERICAN COAST TOWN ITS DELIGHTFUL LAND AND WATER VIEWS-NOTEWORTHY CHURCHES — HOMES AND POINTS OF GENERAL INTEREST— PORTRAITS OF MEN PROMINENT IN THE PROFESSIONAL, SEAFARING, COMMERCIAL, AND ARTISTIC LIFE OF MYSTIC.

of ( )lcl Ocean's breezes, saline and in-

vigorating I Favored with such a combination of charming characteristics is Mystic, Connecticut, once aptly termed by an enthusiastic writer, "The Gem of New England." It attracts, l>y reason of its incomparable scenery, many artists of note. Mr. Charles II. Davis, a i-esident of the village, is a painter of widespread fame. East of the village is a commanding eminence from which may be had a view that in comprehensiveness and beauty is almost bewildering. In Ihe dim distance far to the southward is CAPTAIN JOSEPH W. HOLMES. Montauk Point, in the middle distance Many are the Beautifil Coast is Fisher's Island, and near the river's

Towns of New England ; many the union with the sea are Mystic and enchanting inland rural villages: less ^lason's islands, all surrounded by numerous are those possessing the two- dancing waves that glint and shimmer fold charm of water view and verdant, in the sunlight. To the westward — wooded hill and dale. The country molten silver between emerald banks by the sea; the sea reaching to the — flows the jNIystic River. Below is country! How fine to experience at the village, peaceful, yet unidle, its once the delights of green meadows, cozy homes discernible between vistas rugged hillsides, dark, deep-recessed of green foliage. To the northward forest, and the exhilaration and coolness are the winding rivei', valleys and

173 Ipicturesque 1Rew Uondon. forest, orchards ami farm lands, and photography. While he excels in por- picturesque houses. The spires of (Jld traiture and character studies, his chief Mystic can be seen, and at the valley's delight is to roam a-field with his head, ten miles distant, may lie dis- camera, and reproduce the lovely views cerned the outlines of Lantern Mill. in which his locality abounds. A cita- As a field for the exercise of photo- tion of his work is really more within graphic study. Mystic and its immediate the province of a dissertation upon vicinity are remarkably prolific, and art than that of a mere untechnical rife with subjects that delight the description. However, in connection artistic e3'e. with the vil- And in Mr. lage of Mys- George E. tic, his name Tinglej', a and profes- resident of sional attri- the town, it u t e s and possesses a repute con- photographist stitute more of rare talent than a simple and discrim- matter of ination, who. relevance. Avitli his cam- Within the era, secures past f o u r w o n d e r f u 1 years Mr. scenic effects. Tingley has

Mr. Tingley I "'en awarded was born in light medals Mystic Sep- or the excel- tember 1 7 th, c n c e and 1864. For artistic merit nearly twenty II f his pic- years he has tures, by the given his at- Phot ogra- tention to the phers' Asso- study of pho- elation of tography in America, the its diverse I'll o t ogra- forms, look- phers' Asso- ing always to elation of tiie possibili- New England ties of super- and by the GEORGE E. TINGLEY, lative artistic P Photographist. hotogra- a 1 1 a i n m e n t. phers' Asso- Truly, one is ready to believe that the ciation of Ohio. He has also frequently environment has made the man. Mr. received honorable mention and va- Tingleys enthusiasm in his profession rious diplomas. is unbounded. That his zeal and talent The history of M3-stic, like that of have borne abundant fruit is demon- many similarly located villages, pos- strated by liis universal fame and sesses peculiar fascination. On the recognition. His work is knuwn far summit of the hill west of the river and wide for beauty and uniqueness of Captain John Mason, in June, 1637, subject, and his collection of landscape with less than one hundred men under and outdoor scenes is a revelation in his comntand. waited a fierce and

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victorious battle against the Pequot from the Sound, is an admirable water Indians. Near the spot where the highway, navigable in all seasons of the battle raged has been erected to Captain year, and by means of whicli products Mason a monument commemorating possible of coastwise shipment can the sanguinary occurrence and his brav- be inexpensively transported to its er}-. The town's earliest inluibitants wharves. were men of pioneer spirit and Of shipbuilding. Mystic has had her determination. And into subsequent share — the industry is now extant generations these qualities were in- and from her shores many a gallant fused. In vessel has the Revo- l)een wed-

1 u t i on ded to the Mj'stic's sea, to ac- sons took quit her- active self ad- part. T o mirably in the War the com- of 1S12, merce of and to the the world. Civil War Of her in- also, went t r e p i d brave men sailor-men

from with- t li e vil- in its con- lage has fines, and reason to a good be proud. ac count In ven- they gave turesome of them- voyages selves. In and suc- August, cessful, in

18 14, 1 oyalty, when the honor,

British and i n fleet made (1 u s t r y an attack they liave upon ever been Stoning- amongthe ton, vol- foremost. vm te ers Mystic from Mys- sends to tic aided the marts DR. CHARLES VOORHEES BUTTLER in the of trade town's defence. Mystic is in New many products of her own. With- London county, on the Mystic River, in her boundaries are located nearly equally distant from New York velvet and woolen mills, a spool and Boston. It is east by northeast in factory, a brancli manufactory of a its direction from New London, with prominent printing press company, wliieh it has direct communication by and machine shops and gasoline l)oth trains and steamers. The village engine works. It also has a num- is within easy accessibility from New ber of builders of first-class steam York, Boston, Providence, New Haven, launches and small craft, and a and intermediate stations. Its river. ship-yard where larger vessels are

175 Ipicturesque 1Rew Uondon. constructed. It has, besides, a printing Overhauling an Italian barque, he office and a weekly newspaper. Its transferred to her his passengers — population is about four thousand. ninetv-seven in numlier— and runninsf five hundred. The liis flaming ship upon town is busy as well the shoals, sank iier as beautiful. From to the decks, com- its precincts men pletely extinguishing have gone forth to the fire. With the aid battle with the world, of his dauntless crew and have inscribed he pumped the vessel their names high out, Hoated her, and upon the monument within fifty-one hours to human endeavor, from the disco veiy of and Mystic and the the flames, had again world are better for overtaken the Italian their lives. and re-transferred his Mystic is tlie home passengers. Captain of a goodly number Burrows was born in of retired sea cap- Colchester, Connecti- tains, hale and hearty, cut, June 7th, 1837, who could, were they son of Brutus and so disposed, tell many Julia West Burrows. a stirring tale of ad- He went to sea when ventures experienced Ijut fourteen years of by those who go down age, and has made to the sea in ships. more than one hun- About as thrilling EBEN P. COUCH, dred trips across the Postmaster at Mystic. and perilous occur- Atlantic, and sailed rences as any outside of yellow-covered on many a whaling expedition. literature have fallen to the lot of To Mystic belongs the honor of hav- Albert Crary Burrows, during his long ing produced the ship that made the maritime career. The shortest voyage be- Captain was connect- tween New York and ed with the Mallory San Francisco ever Line of Steamships credited to a sailing for over twenty vessel. This was ac- years, and it was complished by the while in command of late Captain John E. one of the steamers Williams in 1860. of this company, The ship in which he ("The Rio Grande") achieved the feat was that, when at sea, tlie "Andrew Jack- ninety miles from the son,'" l)uilt in Mystic Delaware Break- in 1853-54. The rec- water, fire was dis- iird time was eighty- covered in her hold. nine days and four There was but one hours, exceeding CAPTAIN ALBERT CRARY the avenue of safety. closest previous BURROWS. Coolly, and with a record by nine hours, remarkable display of •'nerve" and In recognitiim f the achievement the judgment the intrepid captain real- owners of the lip presented Captain izcd and seized tlie opportunity. Williams with an elegant chronometer no ;

Ipicturesque 1Rew Uondon. watch. C!aptaiii Williams was prominent in Masonic circles, a fine type of the intelligent, trustworthy sea-captain, and his death was a loss to Mystic. Captain Joseph Warren Holmes, another of Mystic's retired sailing mas- ters, was born in Mystic April 7th, 1824. His parents were Jeremiah and Ann Bordell Denison Holmes, both of Mjstic. Jeremiah Holmes was one of the soldiers who repelled the British fleet in its attack upon Stonington in 1814. Previous to this time he had foi tliree years been impressed into service in the British Navy, where he had acquired much skill in gun practice, which, as lie was in eonnnand of the battery at Stonington, he turned to good account against the invading ships. Captain J. W. Holmes became commander of a vessel when but twenty-one years of age. He has made during his seafaring career, eighty-three voyages around Cape Horn, and fourteen around the Cape of Good Hope. For a period covering CAPTAIN JOHN E. WILLIAMS. fourteen years of his life he has at physicians, are located on East Main various times commanded prosperously Street, M3'stic, and are connected by conducted whaling voyages. telephone. Dr. Bucklyn is a graduate Mystic is an ideal residential town of the New York Medical College, peaceful, balmy of air, and healthful. class of 1887, and of the Mystic Valley English and Classical Institute, J. K. Buck- lyn, L. L. D., Princi- pal. He has a huge practice in Mystic, Stonington, Old Mystic, Noank, Po- quonnock, and New

London. H e i s a

member of the ( >dd Fellows, and Medical Examiner for the Pru- dential Life Insurance Company, of Newark, New Jersey, and for the Knights of Pyth- ias. His office hours RESIDENCE OF DR. JOHN K. BUCKLYN, are from 2 to 3, and East Main Street. Mystic. 7 to 8 P. M. Dr. The residence and olilices of Dr. Jolni Bucklyn was born in Mystic July 31st, Knight Bucklyn, Jr., one of its ablest 18(io, son of Professor John K. Bucklyn

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EAST VIEW HOUSE, MYSTIC. CONNECTICUT—RESIDENCE OF ELI GLEDHILL. and Mary M. Young Buckhn. On professional men are exceptionally June 25th, 1891, he was united in al)le and conscientious. The medical marriage to Mary Emma Hall, of profession is represented by several Mystic. physicians of experience and skill, The village is admirably governed jirominent among whom are Dr. J. K. and maintained. Its business and Buckhn, Jr., and Dr. Charles Voor-

THE MYSTIC MANUFACTURING COMPANY—MANUFACTURERS OF WOOLENS.

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RESIDENCE OF CHRISTOPHER MORGAN -CORNER OF BROADWAY AND EAST MAIN STREET, MYSTIC. hees Buttler. Daring the Spanish- Buttler has studied under Dr. Storer, American War, Dr. Buttler was Acting the eminent gynecologist, of New Assistant Surgeon in the United States York, and has been Visiting Physician Army, serving in typhoid fever hos- at the William W. Backus Hospital, pitals at Camp Alg£r, Jacksonville, of Norwich, Connecticut. Florida, and Savannah, Georgia. Dr. Enchanting, with the magic of the

RESIDENCE OF MRS. H. E. G. STILLMAN—GREENMANVILLE AVENUE, MYSTIC.

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" RIVERVIEW," OLD MYSTIC—RESIDENCE OF CHARLES Q. ELDREDGE, At the Head of the Beautiful Mystic River.

ciatively enjoyed her dainty, yet country and of the ocean ; peaceful, with the .peace of a well conducted, withal inspiring charms, Mj'stic is the law-abiding village ; dear to the hearts ideal home, and the ideal recreation of all her children, and enshrined in place of the sojourner and seeker after the memories of those who have appre- the beautiful in nature.

ONE OF THE FEME RESIDENCES OF MYSTIC—PEARL STREET.

180 ISl ST. PATRICKS ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH-MYSTIC. METHODIST CHURCH- MYSTIC Church Street. Corner Willow and Church Streets. Rev. P. P. Shahan. Rector. Rev. John McVey. Pastor.

ST. MARKS EPISCOPAL CHURCH-MYSTIC. Pearl Street.

UNION BAPTIST CHURCH— MYSTIC. MYSTIC CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH. High and Library Streets. East Main Street and Broadway. Rev. Byron U. Hatfield. Pastor. Rev. Clair F. Luther. Pastor 182 MYSTIC AND NOANK LIBRARY—LIBRARY STREET, MYSTIC.

The Mystic and Noank Library Building was Erected in 1892. Tiie Library was Incorporated in 1893. The Con- struction of the Mystic and Noanli Library was Made Possible Through the Generosity of the Late Captain Elihu Spicer, Who Provided a Fund for that Purpose. Captain Spicer was Born in Noank. and Spent a Considerable Portion of his Life in Mystic. He Died in Brooklyn. N. Y., February 15th, 1893. The Library Building is Beautiful in Construc- tion and Design, and is Located in the Midst of Spacious and Charming Grounds.

MYSTIC'S PRINCIPAL BUSINESS STREET—MAIN STREET, LOOKING WEST.

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The Drives ix and Ahoit Mvs- about Mj^stic, and with its various Trc are lieautiful. Skirting the shores, points of interest and beauty. His through green tieUls, and by wooded stables are well appointed in every or rocky slopes, wind the roads, af- detail, and no item essential to the fording land and water views of sur- safety, convenience, or pleasure of his prising beauty. To Stonington, Wes- patrons is permitted by him to remain terly, Wateli Hill, Norwich, New overlooked. Telephone calls during London, and to Lantern Hill and the either the day or night are responded Old Road Church, are drives fraught to promptly, and receive ready and with loveliness and historic interest. courteous attention. Carriages from Around the river, from ^Mystic to Old his stable meet all trains at the ^lys- Mystic on the north, and through Pequot tic depot. Mr. Brown was born in Avenue to the John Mason Monument ^lystic thirty-eight years ago. His are also drives of variet}^ and charm. parents were Roswell and Catherine

THE BANK SQUARE LIVERY AND BOARDING STABLES JAMES E. F. BROWN, PROPRIETOR.

For the enjoyment of the pleasures W. Chesebrough Brown, of well known offered by these delightful highways, North Stonington and Groton families the village affords amjile facilities. respectively. His wife, who was Its public stables are of the usual formerly Marj- S. Logee, daughter of high order maintained at warm James Logee, of Danielson, Connecti- weather resorts frequented by visitors cut, is of estimal)le Connecticut line- of wealth and refinement. Note- age. Roswell Brown, hi.s father, in worthy among the liveries of Mystic earlier days operated a stage route be- are the Bank Square Stables on Water tween Mystic and Stonington, con- Street, of which Mr. James E. F. necting at the latter place with the Brown is the proprietor. Mr. Brown New York boats. The livery busi- has many comfortable and stylish ne.s.s —until the demise of the elder turnouts. His horses are all well Mr. Brown, about six years ago — groomed animals of fine fettle and re- was conducted b}^ the father and liable disposition. When desired, lie son. Since then Mr. J. E. F. Brown furnislies efficient drivers, who are has Ijeen the proprietor of the estab- thoroughly conversant with the roads lishment. Ipjcturesque 1Rew Uondon.

THE MYSTIC RIVER NATIONAL BANK — MYSTIC.

The Mystic River Banl< was Organized and Commenced Business in November. 1851. Ciiarles Mallory was its First

President, and George W. Noyes its Earliest Casliier, In 1860 Nattian G. Fish was Elected President. In 1864 it was

Changed From a State Bank to a National Banking Association. The Present Officers of the Bank are F. IVI. IVIanning. President: and Henry B. Noyes, Cashier. Since its Inception the Bank Has Had Four Presidents.

Ox FavKi: Avknte, Mystic, aiv the cliaraeter of product. Mr. Trevena granite, marble, and moniiinent works gives particular attention to designing, of John Trevena, who manufactures and makes a specialty of lettering and and deals in every variety of this cleaning monuments in cemeteries.

SHOE AND FURNISHING STORE OF J. W. PHILLIPS -MAIN STREET, MYSTIC.

The Stock of Fine Shoes and Men's Furnishings at J. W. Phillips' Store is Complete in Every Detail.

It is the Principal Shoe House in Mystic.

(U) 185 MYSTIC MONUMENTAL WORKS, RIVER AVENUE — JOHN TREVENA, PROP'R.

One of the Di;. A. R. Park, Largest silk spool located over the manufacturing Mj-stic Pharmacy, plants in this coun- Main Street is an tiy is that of the expert specialist in Allen Spool and hernia cases. His Printing Company, trusses are of his manufacturers and o w n manufacture. printers of spool and His extensive study braid rolls, Mystic, of hernia, and his Connecticut. It is wide experience the only concern of enable him to so like character fully use the plastic con- equipped with auto- forming ([ualities of matic spool-making his scientifically machinery, which is constructed trusses, manufactured from that tliey perma- the company's own nently reduce the patents. The com- hernia, and it event- pany was established u a 1 1 H. N. WHEELER'S DRUG STORE, y becomes in 1878. MAIN STREET, MYSTIC. cured.

PRINTING OFnCE OF C. I. BARSTOW — BUCKLEY BLOCK, MYSTIC. MELLSTONE GRANITE QUARRIES -MILLSTONE, CONNECTICUT.

A View of the Yard. Showing Where the Best New England Granite is Produced and Manufactured for Monumental and Building Work. Chapter X\P1I, ENVIRONS OF NEW LONDON. WATERFORD, SOUTH — JORDAN VILLAGE — OSWEGATCHIE — MILLSTONE — PLEASURE BEACH — EAST LYME AND NIANTIC — CRESCENT BEACH — SOUTH LYME — BLACKHALL LYME- SAYBROOK JUNCTION — THE CON- NECTICUT VALLEY TO MIDDLETOWN AND HARTFORD.

On the South New London is Division of the New York, New Haven closelj' allied, in business and social and Hartford Railroad, furnish conven- interests, by the passenger service of ient access to the famous quarries of the New York, New Haven and Hart- this section : the Booth Brothers and ford Railroad principally, with a num- Hurricane Isle Quarry, near the Great ber of towns and villages of importance. Neck Highway, and the Gardiner A part of the Town of Waterford Quarry, at Millstone Point. Pleasure lies next the City of New London. Beach, one of the favorite outing-places Jordan, the central village of this town, of the town, is on Niantic Bay. It is is reached by team. It is an interesting the summer home of a number of fam- hamlet, with pleasant homes, its church ilies, and has a comfortable hotel for and schoolhouse, and a picturesque old the accommodation of other sojourners. mill, almost rivalling in antiipiity the Niantic is the next place of import- Old Mill at New London. ance on this line. The facilities for In the same way, by team, Oswe- boating, bathing, and fishing here are gatchie, a popular summer colony with excellent. On the Niantic River, in a good hotel, is also reached. The the olden days, many a good vessel for settlement is on the borders of the the coast trade was built. (!)n the Niantic River, and affords fine water shores of the Bay many a feast of views, charming drives, and excellent clams and fish was enjoyed by the opportunities for boating and out-door inlander on liis annual shore trip. games. Niantic is now one of the most attrac- Waterford proper, and Millstone, tive resting places in summer, and a the first stations on the Shore Line bus}' fishing village in the season. The

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works of the Niantic Shoe Company are located here, furnishing employment to a number of Niantic and Kast Lyme jieople in a new local industry. Good hotel accommodations can be found near the station. Crescent Beach, tlie next station, is the briglit and livel}' home of a large nuud)er of cottagers, with three or four hotels of fair style and capacity. The bathing, boating, and fishing, the delightful sea air, and the water views, are the special points of attraction ^ here. South Lyme and Blackhall are small places on the same road; Lyme, with its population of about seven hundred and fifty souls, coming next, before crossing the Con- necticut River and arriving at Saybrook Junction. This junction has a wide The Millstone Granite Quarries, located at Millstone, Con- necticut, were established prior to 183-t by Benajah Gardiner. Its present management, under the proprietorship of Henry Gardiner, dates its control from 18S8. The Gardiner Quarry is one of the busiest and most protluctive in the world, and annually turns out enormous quantities of gi-anite, which it sliips to nearly every portion of the civilized globe. Its product is used in all instances where the finest quality of material is exacted. The stone is a "true granite," and is free from foreign and deteriorative qualities. Many famous structures and memorials throughout the country have Millstone granite incorporated in their constructive elements. Among them are the following : The Custom House facade. New London; the City Hall, Norwich, Connecticut: the inscriptions on the Saratoga Monument, at Sara- toga, New Vork: the Mausoleum of FO ~*n m Ipicturesque 1Rew Uonclon^

inclustrv, capacity and progressiveness weather and atmosjiheric conditions are shown in the fine buildings which have less effect upon it than on manj- they have constructed in many cities other granites. The finest cemeteries all over the land, as well as the monu- of the Eastern and Middle States con- mental work of the highest order of tain manj" memorials produced at this artistic skill, which adorns many of quarrj-, exhibiting the grandest concep- the cemeteries in the New England tion of art that genius has imparted to and .Middle Western States. Besides man. In Cedar Grove Cemetery, too, their Waterford (Quarry the companj- may be seen the products of this have large interests in the State of famous quarry. Maine, in the following localities: A Nuei.v-Letteked Moderx Sicx Hurricane Isle, Waldoboro. Jonesport, o-ives a business firm a certain amount Long Cove, State Point, Pequoit, and of pi'estige. Mr. L. Stoddard, 50 State Vinal Haven, where hundreds of men Street, over Barker & May, is an artist are employed, and stone of any dimen- in sign writing whose specialty is the sions can be quarried and handled, as making of signs for advertising pur- the most improved machinery is in poses. He also makes original designs use, both in mining the stone and in for trade -marks, emblems, etc. He its conversion to the finished product. treats all subjects in an artistic manner, the quarries as enumerated, From adapting them to the advertiser" use. dressed stone for public buildings, In mural work of all kinds for house vaults and tombs, is transported to all or church decoration he is a master. parts of the country-. The granite of this company stands AxTHOXY & Tkaggis, wholesale and for the highest order of cemetery work, retail manufacturers of confectionery,

it lieing especially adapted for sculp- at 186 State Street, established their tural designs, on account of its fine business in 1889. Their goods are of texture and the uniformity of its superior quality, and always fresh. appearance. The elements which make For the unsurpassed deliciousness of up its physical composition are so well their ice cream and soda water, they distributed that the rava

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THE AVERY MEMORIAL - AVERY MEMORIAL PARK, GROTON.

The Avery Memorial Marks the Site ot the Old "Hive of the Aver>s," Built in 1656 b> Captain James Aver> and

Occupied by Him and Seven Generations of His Descendants Until it Mas Burned, on the Night of July 20th. 1894. Avery Memorial Park is Two Miles From New London, on the Shore Line Railroad, and May Be Seen From the Passing Trains. The Secretary of the Avery Memorial Association is Miss Helen M. Avery, of Number 6. North Main Street. New London. 190 ,

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Captain Thomas A. Suott, a fa- and a working force of nearly one hun- mous diver, wrecker and contractor of dred men. Thus his equipment is New London, equal to any C on n eeticut, emergency. was born at Captain Scott's Snow Hill, Wor- presence of cester County, mind, added to Maryland, Aug- his quickness of ust lOth, 1830, thought and the son of Wil- prompt, decisive liam and Eliza- action, makes beth Scott. him admirably In 1873 he successful in his l)ecame a resi- chosen line of dent of New work. In poli- London, under- tics the Captain taking at that is a Republican. time a govern- He has served ment contract as Alderman one to build Race term. Rock Light- On Septem- house, besides ber 5, 18.55. he many other im- was married portant con- to Harriet tracts in wharf Whitbeck, of and sea-wall Port Jefferson, construction, L. I., a native among which of C a t s k i 1 CAPTAIN THOMAS A. SCOTT. 1 was Pier No. 1, N. Y. North River, New York. He also enjoys the distinction of Iteing tlie first man to work on the Brooklyn Bridge, having made all the preliminary exam- inations of the river bottom, and superintended tlie work of laying the foundations of the spans. His wharf on Pe- (juot avenue extends two hundred feet into the harbor and lias a frontage of two hundred and fifty feet. His extensive business re- quires four tugs, five ligliters, two floating piledrivers, a dredge with five scows, besides pumps, boilers and heavy gear of every kind. —

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The a 11 a - WANA Mills, I. E. Palmee, Proprietor. In 1864, on the bank of the Arawana stream at ]\Iiddletown, Conn., there was a modest manufacturing phmt for the manufacture of combs, which building is well illustrated at the upper left hand of dyeing and finishing crinoline dress the accompanying factory sketch. It linings, mosquito nettings, window was at that time purchased l^y I. E. screen cloth, horse netting, minnow Palmer and fitted up for the manufac- netting, and many varieties of cotton ture of picture cord and allied articles. tissues : also machinery for completel}- manufacturing hammocks from the raw cotton to the finished product, hammock supports and many hammock accessories, mosquito cauojiies and

accessories ; also extensive wood-working and iron working departments. It is doubtful whether many other manufacturing enterprises can exhibit as greatly a diversified line of products

UTOPIA. During the successful progress of years this modest plant has grown to comparative proportions as further illustrated in the sketch, and at present embodies a series of buildings contain- ing all told about one hundred and forty thousand square feet of floor space, with all the latest factory con- ARAWANA. struction requirements, including as are included in the present plant, steam heat, automatic sprinklers, elec- employing on an average from two tric lights, etc. vSteam and water hundred and seventy-five to three hun- power is in use, having a capacity of dred liands. about seven hundred horse power, and Over one hundred and fifty designs water power about seventy-five horse and mechanical patents furnish protec- power. There are over three hundred tion to the line of manufactures and machines all told (comprising over make possible the leading position which fifty different varieties), required for they hold. The plant possesses facili- the various lines of manufacture. The ties for the comjilete finisliing of ham- nature of the business enlarged rapidly mocks not possessed by any other similar from one line of cotton industry to factory in existence. This remarkable another until at present it includes growth is entirely the result of the con- the latest improved machinery for spin- tinuous labors of the present and sole ning cotton yarns, for warps and fillings proprietor, covering a period of forty- and in plies, machinery for weaving. two years.

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