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134th Annual Bull Family Picnic - August 18, 2001Entry/Object ID
002231Tags
William Bull and Sarah Wells Stone House Association, Bull PicnicScope and Content
This newsletter, titled "Bull"-E-Tins, serves as the official announcement and program for the 134th Annual Bull Picnic, held on August 18, 2001, at the historic Bull Stone House in Orange County, New York. The event celebrates the descendants of William Bull and Sarah Wells.
Event Highlights & Schedule
The Picnic (Aug 18): Begins at 10:00 a.m. with tours, a prayer of thanksgiving, a basket lunch, and a business meeting. Entertainment includes the Ramapo Fault String Band and activities for children.
Golf Outing (Aug 17): The 7th Annual Bull Picnic Golf Outing at Stony Ford Golf Course.
Bus Tour (Aug 19): A guided tour led by Michael K. Brown, visiting various historic stone houses in "Bull Country."
Accommodations: The grounds include space for RVs and campers with electrical hookups.
Genealogy & Family Business
Genealogical Updates: The family genealogists (Roger King and Dick Ivory) reported progress on digitizing records for the 12 children of the original settlers. They noted that nearly all notebooks were completed and available in GEDCOM format for family members.
Annual Meeting: A formal notice for the William Bull and Sarah Wells Stone House Association, Inc. meeting to elect four directors.
Financials: For the fiscal year ending June 2000, the association reported a total income of $27,058.35 and expenses of $18,011.50, with significant funds allocated to operating costs and the family picnic.
Leadership & Memorials
Officers: The association was led by President Mary Jane Bull Sorrell, Vice President Michael K. Brown, and Treasurer Frank Ebenezer Schuerholz.
Memorial Gifts: A significant portion of the newsletter lists dozens of memorial donations made in honor of family members, supporting the upkeep of the 1722 Bull Stone House.
Historical Context
The document emphasizes the "longevity and continuity" of the family, noting that while the neighborhood has changed significantly over 11 years with new housing developments, the Bull Stone House remains a preserved landmark on the National Register of Historic Places.
