Name/Title
98th Annual Bull Family Picnic - August 28, 1965Entry/Object ID
002194Tags
William Bull and Sarah Wells Stone House Association, Bull PicnicScope and Content
The provided documents the "Bull"-E-Tins are pages from the program for the 98th Annual Bull Picnic, held on Saturday, August 28, 1965, at the Bull Stone House in Hamptonburgh, New York. The picnic is a gathering of the descendants of William Bull and Sarah Wells.
Below is a summary of the key information contained in the report:
Organizational Changes & Leadership
The Association faced significant leadership transitions following the deaths of two long-standing members:
Earl Dickerson (President): Deceased September 12, 1964.
Robert McLeod Jackson (Secretary Emeritus): Deceased September 14, 1964. Jackson was a pivotal figure who served as the first Secretary and was instrumental in incorporating the Association and purchasing the Family Homestead.
Current Leadership: Chester Roe (Vice-President) assumed acting leadership duties, and Mrs. Emma McWhorter was appointed Secretary. Henry P. Bull served as Treasurer.
Financial Report (July 1, 1964 – June 30, 1965)
The Association maintains three primary funds:
General Fund: Used for maintenance, taxes, and picnic expenses. It ended the period with a balance of $783.74 after $1,147.77 in disbursements.
Genealogy Fund: Dedicated to the publication of family history, with a balance of $2,206.39.
Endowment Fund: A robust fund holding a cost value of $18,102.30 in various stocks (including AT&T, Socony Mobil Oil, and U.S. Steel).
Historical & Commemorative Projects
The Stone House: The report details the history of the "Bull Stone House 1722," which serves as the ancestral home.
Genealogy Project: Dolly W. Booth is leading a massive effort to compile family records. The association is actively seeking a volunteer typist and professional editorial help to complete this work.
Damaged Portraits: The report mentions that portraits of Daniel Bull and Catherine Miller were unfortunately damaged by vandals; the family is hoping to raise funds for their restoration.
100th Anniversary: Members are encouraged to begin planning for the centennial picnic in 1968.
Event Logistics
Luncheon & Supper: Following tradition, a basket lunch was scheduled for 12:00 PM (after a blessing), and those staying late were encouraged to bring a picnic supper.
Mailing List: The association noted that their mailing list had grown to approximately 3,000 households.
Memorial Contributions
The document lists numerous donations made "in memory of" deceased family members, with individual contributions ranging from $5.00 to $25.00, totaling significant support for the Endowment Fund.
