Berkshire County MA Genealogy

Biography of Edward Kelly

EDWARD KELLY-Responsibility has been the portion of Edward Kelly throughout his entire active life, and for more than forty years he has borne a worthy and progressive part in business and civic affairs. He has done much to forward the progress of his native town of Great Barrington, Massachusetts, and in every branch of activity with which he is, or has been, connected he endorses all worthy effort and supports the general good. Mr. Kelly is a son of Michael and Julia (Dwyer) Kelly, his father a blacksmith and carriage manufacturer for many years, but later in life prominent as … Read more

Biography of William Edward Staples

WILLIAM EDWARD STAPLES – The same energetic characteristics that were the means of conquering all hardships that apparently stood in the path of Mr. Staples’ career during the earlier part of his life have proven the dominant feature of his activities, and have accompanied him throughout an interesting course both of service and of leadership in the business and the political world. He is conceded to be one of the Western Massachusetts captains of industry and of civic advancement, who, beginning life with but few advantages of a material kind, overcame all difficulties by sheer hard work, pluck, and native … Read more

Stockbridge Massachusetts Deaths to 1850 – K Surnames

KEEFE, Dennis, b. Ireland, s. John and Ellen, inflammation of the brain, Mar. 12, 1849, a. 5. KELLOGG, Polly [dup. adds wid.], Nov. 5, 1843, a. 48. C.R.1. Robbins Esq., Nov. 10, 1841, in 60th y. Walter D., s. Amos and Paulina, Aug. 14, 1811, in 2d y. G.R.1. William D., s. Robbins and Evilina, May 7, 1840, in 18th y., in Troy, N.Y. KELLY, Ellen A., b. Ireland, w. John, d. John McDaniel and Ellen, diarrhea, Nov. 21, 1849, a. 42 y. 2 m. John, s. John and Ellen, lung fever, Nov. 24, 1849, a. I y. 6 d. … Read more

Stockbridge Massachusetts Deaths to 1850 – V Surnames

VAN BUREN, Harriet Ann, d. William and Nancy Ann, Apr. 4, 1844, a. 4 m. 1 d. VAN DUESEN, Charles M., m., — [rec. Aug. 21, 1848]. VAN HORNE, James E., blacksmith apprentice, s. James and Laura, bilious fever, Sept. 30, 1844, a. 17 y. 6 m. 12 d. [a. 17, G.R.3.] Wright, s. Grove P. and Ruby, Oct. 12, 1842, a. 2 y. 8 m. 25 d. G.R.3. VARNEY, Peter, -, 1847, a. 73. G.R.2.

Biography of George Brown Waterman

GEORGE BROWN WATERMAN, postmaster of Williamstown, is a descendant of an old and prominent Massachusetts family, his paternal great-grandfather, John Waterman, who was born in Coventry, Rhode Island, May 18, 1755, came to Cheshire, Massachusetts, in the latter part of 1776 or 1777. During the first and second years of the Revolutionary War he was a sailor or privateersman annoying the commerce of Great Britain. After coming to Massachusetts he made his home for two years in the family of Captain Daniel Brown, remaining there in the absence of the captain while he was in command of his company at … Read more

Biography of Henry Seeley Taylor

HENRY SEELEY TAYLOR – Thirty-three years have passed since the death of Henry Seeley Taylor caused universal sorrow in the city of Pittsfield, yet many residents of the present day recall his fine face and distinguished figure, both in the clothing store of which he was long the head, and in his activities as a leading member of the Methodist Episcopal Church. As a business man Mr. Taylor was above reproach, his kindly courtesy and considerate interest in his customers having been only the outgrowth and evidence of an integrity which governed every act of his life. Friend of all, … Read more

Berkshire County Massachusetts Cemeteries

Maple Street Cemetery, Adams, Massachusetts

A complete listing of all available online Berkshire County Massachusetts cemeteries, with links to multiple cemetery transcriptions, gravestone photos, tombstone photos, official records, etc.

1923-1925 South Berkshire Directory

The 1923-1925 South Berkshire Directory. A general directory of the towns of Alford, Egremont (North and South), Great Barrington (including Housatonic), Monterey, Mount Washington (including Alandar), New Marlboro (including Clayton, Hartsville, Mill River and Southfield), North Canaan, Conn. (including Canaan and East Canaan), Sheffield (including Ashley Falls), Stockbridge (including Interlaken and Glendale), West Stockbridge (including State Line). An alphabetically arranged list of business firms and private citizens, co-partnerships, corporations, town, county and state officers, schools, churches, banks, railways, clubs and other associations, secret and benevolent societies, etc., street and house guides for great Barrington and a complete classified business directory.

Biography of Charles Henry Tower

Famous in the annals of American history is the long-established family of Charles Henry Tower, for its representatives helped establish and build up the New England colonies, were always ready to fight for freedom and justice, and participated in the early French, the Revolutionary, and the Civil Wars. Moreover, these men of fine old stock, sturdy and hardworking, were in the habit of using their hands in some trade or occupation of immediate benefit to the community. These traits came down from his forebears to Charles Henry Tower, who in his eighty-nine years and until retirement, was in some way … Read more

Biography of Edward F. Groark

EDWARD F. GROARK-Insurance has for many years held the attention of Edward F. Groark, whose usefulness in this realm in Western Massachusetts is widely recognized. With interests centering in North Adams he covers a considerable territory in this immediate section and his work is contributing definitely to the progress of the community. Mr. Groark’s practical ability and progressive attitude are constructive influences in the local progress as well as in his own success. He is a son of Patrick and Margaret (Feign) Groark, esteemed citizens of New Haven, Connecticut. Edward F. Groark was born in New Haven, September 11, 1878. … Read more

Biography of C. N. Bentley

C. N. Bentley, a respected pioneer in Harlem township, has deep roots in Stephenson County’s history. Born in 1826, he witnessed the region’s development and has contributed significantly to his community as a school trustee, constable, and highway commissioner. His ancestors include notable figures, such as his grandfather Eldred Bentley, linked to Ethan Allen of the Revolutionary War. C. N. Bentley married Alecta Smith and had five children, while his family experienced both triumphs and tragedies throughout their lives.

Stockbridge Massachusetts Births to 1850 – D Surnames

DAILEY (see Daily, Daly), Joanna, d. Michael, laborer, and Mary, Sept. 12, 1847. Patrick, s. John, laborer, and Mary, May 20, 1847. DAILY (see Dailey, Daly), Donald, s. Michael, laborer, and Mary A. M. (Daly), Jan. 3, 1849 DALY (see Dailey, Daily), William, s. John, laborer, and Mary, Mar. 24, 1844. DAVIS, Mary, d. Edward, laborer, and Cynthia, Oct. 15, 1843. Melinda Elizabeth, d. Charles M., laborer (b. N. Canaan, Conn.), and Julia Ann, Dec. 6, 1849. DEAN, John, s. Harvey and Phebe, Sept. 11, 1807. Maria, d. Harvey and Phebe, Nov. 12, 1805. DEMING, Abia, d. John and Rebeckah, … Read more

Stockbridge Massachusetts Deaths to 1850 – S Surnames

SALLS (see Searle), Calvin C. [h. Edna], Aug. 22, 1843, a. 30 y. 5 m. 7 d. G.R.3. SCOFIELD, Sarah S. B., w. L. W., Aug. 4, 1846, a. 25. G.R.3. SEARLE (see Salls), Edna, w. —, d. Dea. N. Seele, Jan. 14, 1842, a. 22. C.R.1. [w. Calvin C., G.R.3.] SECOY, Joseph, b. Canada, s. Joseph and Anna, Dec. 11, 1848. a. 4 m. 15 d. [Secor, Dec. 12, a. 7 m., G.R.3.] SHAW, Harriet Newell, d. Nathan and Lucy M., Dec. 20, 1842, a. 20. [Harriet Newel, d. Rev. N. and Lucy M., G.R.3.] Walter Gay, inf. –, … Read more

Biography of Frank Whitman Roberts

FRANK WHITMAN ROBERTS – The surname Roberts is frequently encountered in the early records of New England. There were Revolutionary soldiers, farmers, business men, and seafaring men of that name, and their progeny is today scattered over the land, while many descendants of the older settlers of the name still adhere to the original soil. The seafaring men of generations past in New England were venturesome and enterprising persons, some of them whalers, others traders with the West Indies, whose islands then had even more glamorous and romantic atmospheres than they have today, although they are still glamorous and romantic. … Read more

Stockbridge Massachusetts Marriages to 1850 – N Surnames

NASH, Sam[ue]l N. of Canton, and Frances Thayer of Braintree, May 27, 1845, at State Line.* C.R.1. NEALS, Peter and Catharine Seeley, int. Dec. 17, 1791. NEWEL (see Newell), Polley [and] Chancey Root, int. Oct. 13, 1798. NEWELL (see Newel), John Jr. and Polly Cook, Dec. 4, 1788. NEWELL, Miranda [int. Newel] and John C. Deming, Sept. 7, 1814. Ruth and Elisha Hooper, int. – [1793]. NILES, Emily Charlotte and Jonathan Chamberlain, Sept. 9, 1821.* Jonathan [and] Sybill [int. Sibbill] Johnson, – [1793]. Mary and Stephen Berry of Walton, int. Dec. 14, 1816. Sands and Edna Lewis, int. Jan. 29, … Read more

Biography of Rev. Cushing Eels, D. D.

REV. CUSHING EELS, D.D. – Dr. Eells was born at Blandford, Massachusetts, February 16, 1810, and was the son of Joseph and Elizabeth (Warner) Eells. He was descended from Samuel Eells, who was a major in Cromwell’s army, and who came to America in 1661. Cushing Eells was brought up at Blandford, became a Christian when fifteen years old, prepared for college at Monson Academy, Massachusetts, entered Williams College in 1830, and graduated four years later. The distance from his home to college was forty-five miles. Twice he rode the entire distance, – when he entered and after he graduated, … Read more

Biographical Sketch of Charles T. Richmond

Richmond, Charles T.; manufacturer; born, Johnsville, N. Y., June 13, 1856; son of Theodore and Caroline Baucus Richmond; educated, Greylock Institute, South Williamstown, Mass., and Yale ’78, S. Ph. B.; married, Fremont, 0., Jan. 28, 1891, Mrs. Addle G. Noble; after graduating, became deputy collector Internal Revenue, 10th District of Massachusetts (three years); then founded Richmond Carbon Co., North Adams, Mass. (four years); then became pres. Thomson-Houston Carbon Co., at Fremont, O., (five years); since 1893, with National Carbon Co., Cleveland (twenty years); consulting engineer and asst. sec’y National Carbon Co.; member Delta Psi Fraternity; member Chamber of Commerce, Athletic … Read more

Biography of James N. Stacy

One of the most straightforward, energetic and successful business men of Lewiston is James N. Stacy, who has also attained distinction in political circles and is now the honored state senator from his district. He is president of the Gold Bar Mining Company, a director in the Golden Gate Company and is also extensively engaged in real estate dealings. In studying the lives and characters of prominent men we are naturally I inquire into the secret of their success and motives that prompted their action. Success is not the result of genius, as held by many, but is the outcome … Read more

Biographical Sketch of Seth Knowles

(V) Seth Knowles, it is known, was born in Massachusetts in 1789. He was probably son of Seth Knowles who was living, according to the first federal census, at Loudon, now (1910) Otis, Berkshire county, Massachusetts, in 1790, and had in his family two sons tinder sixteen and two females. The father, Seth, doubtless came with other settlers from Cape Cod, and belonged to the family mentioned above. Seth, born 1789. moved to Orleans county, New York, with his parents, when a young lad, and settled in the town of Clarendon. He died in the year 1848 at Littleville, town … Read more

Anna Danforth Todd Paddock of Dalton MA

PADDOCK, Anna Danforth Todd7, (John6, Timothy5, Timothy4, Jonathan3, John2, Christopher1) born Nov. 2, 1841, married March 11, 1867, Frank Kittredge Paddock, of Pittsfield, Mass. He was a physician. She resides in Dalton, Mass. Children: I. Mary, b. Jan. 26, 1868, d. April 13, 1868. II. Rose, b. July 21, 1869, m. Fred G. Crane, of Dalton, Mass. He was a paper manufacturer. III. Alice, b. July 26, 1871, m. Charles Hibbard, of Pittsfield, Mass. He was a lawyer. IV. Mary Todd, b. Feb. 10, 1874, d. Feb. 9, 1879. V. Frank Eugene, b. April 26, 1876, drowned in Pontusic Lake, … Read more