Monthly Archives: October 2022

Abby, Laurilla, and Mary Ann Awarded First Prize

by Louise Smith Posted on October 30, 2022

I am excited to announce that Abby, Laurilla, and Mary Ann: The Heritage and Legacy of the Daughters of Two Hannah Hickoks, 1635-1906, was awarded First Prize (Genealogy/Family History) in the 2022 Literary Awards Contest of The Connecticut Society of … Continue reading →

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1908 & 1923 Yulan Post Office

by Louise Smith Posted on October 23, 2022

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Old Highland Lake Postcards

by Louise Smith Posted on October 16, 2022

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Oakdene and Twin Oak Cottage

by Louise Smith Posted on October 10, 2022

Oakdene William and Phoebe Middaugh Owen’s four-story Oakdene was first advertised around 1900. Oakdene was not on Washington Lake, but located southeast of the intersection of Airport Road and Washington Lake Road. Oakdene, run by Phoebe Owen for many years, … Continue reading →

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