Franklin Massachusetts Genealogy

Holman Family of Attleboro Massachusetts

The Holman family has been a significant presence in Massachusetts for over two centuries, deeply involved in the social, religious, and educational spheres of Attleboro. Their lineage traces back to Solomon Holman, an early settler believed to have arrived from Bermuda, whose descendants include notable figures like Rev. Nathan Holman and Dr. David Emory Holman. The family has contributed richly to local and national life, with members excelling in various professions, including ministry, medicine, and the arts, particularly through Samuel Francis Holman, an acclaimed artist in Paris.

Dedham Massachusetts Historical Society Register 1890-1903

From 1890-1903, the Dedham Historical Society in Dedham Massachusetts printed a quarterly pamphlet for it’s historical society called the “Dedham Historical Register.” In this pamphlet a variety of genealogical data was published on families of Dedham and the villages emanating from the early residents of Dedham, such as Dorchester, Franklin, Medfield, Medway, Needham, and Sharon, etc.

Free Massachusetts Vital Records

Vital Records of Bellingham Massachusetts to 1850

This is a collection of free vital records books for Massachusetts towns, most of them known as “Tan Books.” Generally, these records go up to 1850 at which, the genealogist can use the census records to assist in identifying the family connections further. They’re called “tan books” because they were bound by tan cloth. Included with this article is an account of why and how these manuscripts were published along with links to all 274 Massachusetts vital record books which can be freely read.

Biographical Sketch of Adams, George A.

George A. Adams, born April 3, 1850, in Springfield, Massachusetts, received his education in local public schools and Dean Academy. Although he enrolled at Tufts in 1873, an accident prevented him from completing his studies. He practiced law in Attleborough after being admitted to the bar in 1873. Involved in civic duties, he was elected to the House of Representatives and served on various committees. Adams, a Republican, has held multiple local positions, including selectman and chairman of the board of health, and was married to Clara I. Gowen.