Tolland Connecticut

The Proprietors of Norwich Vermont

The early proprietors of Norwich, Vermont, largely hailed from Connecticut towns such as Mansfield and Tolland, with some from New Hampshire and Massachusetts. While many grantees did not settle personally, they transferred their rights to their sons or younger acquaintances. Key early settlers included Captain Hezekiah Johnson and Jacob Fenton. The proprietors diligently organized land surveys, established roadways, and incentivized settlement through financial support, ultimately fostering rapid growth in the new township. Meetings continued until 1770, addressing land divisions and mill constructions.

Biography of Lucius H. Fuller

Lucius H. Fuller, born August 31, 1849, in Tolland, comes from a lineage that includes notable figures like his great-grandfather, a Bunker Hill fortification assistant. After a brief time on the family farm, he moved to Putnam in 1868, excelling in the insurance business and holding key positions in local enterprises. A prominent figure in Putnam’s civic life, he served as a legislator, engaging in various community roles, including as chief engineer of the fire department. Fuller experienced personal loss but continued to contribute significantly to his community.