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106th Annual Bull Family Picnic - August 25, 1973Entry/Object ID
002203Tags
William Bull and Sarah Wells Stone House Association, Bull PicnicScope and Content
This brochure the "Bull"-E-Tins provides an overview of the 106th Annual Bull Family Picnic, held on August 25, 1973, at the historic Bull Stone House in Hamptonburgh, New York. It serves as both an event program and a formal report for the William Bull and Sarah Wells Family Association.
Below is a summary of the key sections found in the documents:
Memorials and Tributes
Dolly W. Booth: Much of the program honors the memory of Dolly W. Booth (died April 25, 1973), the family’s genealogist and historian for over 40 years. Her research was instrumental in the family genealogy book being printed at the time.
Endowment Memorials: A significant portion of the brochure lists financial contributions made in memory of family members. Notable entries include a $250.00 gift in memory of Melvin Everett Teed and a $100.00 gift in memory of Robert G. Bull, II, who was killed in action in Vietnam in 1968.
Association Business and Leadership
Leadership Changes: Following the resignation of the previous President due to health, Dr. Frederick Bement was elected as the new President in April 1973.
Tax Status: The Treasurer reported that the application for Federal Tax Exemption was initially denied, and the Association was in the process of protesting that decision.
The Genealogy Project: Progress was reported on the printing of the family genealogy, with hopes for a Christmas 1973 release. Advance orders were being taken for $5.00.
Financial Reports
The Treasurer’s Report (covering July 1, 1972, to June 30, 1973) details three main funds:
General Fund: Managed daily operations, including school and land taxes, insurance, and picnic expenses ($756.99).
Genealogy Fund: Specifically for the publication of the family history, with a balance of $4,663.26.
Endowment Fund: The Association's largest asset, totaling $31,104.88 (including securities), intended to provide long-term income for the maintenance of the family homestead.
Event Logistics
Picnic Details: A "Basket Lunch" was scheduled for 12:00 p.m. E.D.T., following a blessing. The day included a business meeting to elect five managers.
Historical Map: The brochure includes a hand-drawn map of the area around Hamptonburgh, Campbell Hall, and Montgomery to help family members locate the Bull Stone House.
Call for Volunteers: The Treasurer issued a plea for "new and younger people" to join the Board, noting that they needed "Bankers, Accountants, and lawyers as well as secretaries and housekeepers."
