Lamoille County VT

Dutton Family of Norwich Vermont

The Dutton family in Norwich traces its roots to Samuel Dutton, born in 1707, who migrated from Connecticut and settled on Dutton Hill. He married Abigail Merriam in 1729 and had multiple wives, fathering eight children. His lineage includes Daniel Benedict Dutton, who returned to Norwich after time in Stowe, and Deacon John Dutton, a lifelong farmer and community leader active in the Legislature. The family’s legacy continues through his wife, Harriet Anna Lord, and their surviving children, Charles and Hattie.

1840 Census Lamoille County Vermont

The following is an index and partial census return of the 1840 census of Lamoille County Vermont extracted by Dennis N. Partridge in 2001. Broken down by town, the listing provides the Head of Household and the page in which you can find the census.

Biography of James Willis Gleed

James Willis Gleed, born on March 8, 1859, in Morrisville, Vermont, was a prominent attorney for the Southwestern Bell Telephone Company in St. Louis. Educated at the University of Kansas and Columbia University, he earned both Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees, as well as an LL.B. in 1884. Gleed practiced law in Topeka, Kansas, before moving to St. Louis in 1918. Active in education and politics, he served as regent of the University of Kansas and remains a distinguished figure in the legal community. He was married to Grace Greer, and they had three children.

Biography of Albe B. Whiting

Albe B. Whiting, born in Vermont in 1835, moved to Kansas in 1856 and became a notable figure in the free-soil movement. Over four decades, he engaged in farming, established a successful mill, and navigated the challenges of frontier life. A philanthropist, he contributed significantly to local institutions, including Washburn College and Mount Hope Cemetery. Whiting’s commitment to morality, temperance, and community welfare marked his legacy as a pivotal player in Kansas’ history and development, reflecting the struggles and triumphs of his era.

Biography of Charles S. Gleed

Charles S. Gleed, born March 23, 1856, in Vermont, was a prominent figure in Kansas law and journalism. Following the death of his father, he moved to Lawrence, Kansas, where he excelled academically before venturing into newspaper work. As a lawyer, he built a successful practice with his brother, representing major corporations. Gleed held numerous directorships and leadership roles in various companies, including the Kansas City Journal. He authored influential works on Kansas history and was an active member of the Republican Party and community organizations. He married Mabel Gore, with whom he had three daughters.

Gazetteer of Lamoille County Vermont for 1883-84

Smith and Worthen Livery and Stable Morrisville VT

This collection stems from a manuscript published by Hamilton Child in 1887 which provided a gazetteer for Lamoille and Orleans County. Within that manuscript was a brief history of each community, a directory of each community, and short biographical sketches of some of the leading citizens for each town.