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65th Annual Bull Family Picnic, August 31, 1932Entry/Object ID
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William Bull and Sarah Wells Stone House AssociationScope and Content
These documents provide a comprehensive overview of the 65th Annual Bull Picnic, held on August 31, 1932, by the William Bull and Sarah Wells Family Association, Inc. The papers cover historical lineage, administrative updates, and the financial standing of the association.
1. Event Details & Family History
The Picnic: The event was held at the historic "Stone House" in Campbell Hall, NY. It featured basket luncheons and an annual business meeting to elect new managers.
Genealogy Focus: Much of the report focuses on identifying the burial places of the 12 children of William Bull and Sarah Wells. By 1932, the association successfully located descendants from all twelve branches of the family.
The Stone House: The documents highlight the physical preservation of the family's 18th-century home, including a new wrought iron sign frame designed by Elliott McClung and executed by Silas H. Williams.
2. Family Statistics (Since 1922)
The Secretary, Robert McLeod Jackson, reported the following vital statistics recorded over the previous decade:
Marriages: 148
Births: 197
Deaths: 258
3. Financial Report
The Treasurer, Ernest M. Bull, provided a detailed financial breakdown for the period ending July 21, 1932.
Current Year (1931–1932):
Receipts: $522.50 (primarily from hay sales and "Annual Payment Plan" collections).
Disbursements: $962.41 (notable expenses included $587.71 for the installation of electrical service).
Long-term Summary (1921–1932):
Total Receipts: $20,438.10.
Major Expenses: The association successfully paid off a $13,000 mortgage principal in full, along with $708 in interest.
Assets: As of July 1932, the association held $816.54 in a checking account and $1,049.41 in an endowment savings account.
4. Administrative Notes
Transportation: John G. Thew offered to meet attendees arriving by train at Campbell Hall.
Inclement Weather: The Hamptonburgh Grange was designated as the backup location in case of rain.
Contributions: While no funds were collected at the picnic itself, members were encouraged to join the "Voluntary Annual Payment Plan" to support the preservation of the House.
