Name/Title
147th Annual Bull Picnic August 2, 2014Entry/Object ID
002244Tags
Bull Picnic, William Bull and Sarah Wells Stone House AssociationScope and Content
The provided pages detail the maintenance and community activities of the William Bull and Sarah Wells Stone House, a historic fieldstone homestead nearly 300 years old.
Page 1: Focuses on the complex restoration of the 40-foot stone chimney, which required a new stainless steel liner to prevent structural decay from boiler exhaust.
Page 2: Contains the "Message from the President" regarding the Capital Campaign (which raised nearly $20,000) and an announcement about the transition of the resident caretaker role from Michael Brown to his daughter, Melanie J. Latimer.
Page 3: Provides details for the 147th Annual Bull Family Reunion and Picnic, themed around the Sesquicentennial of the Civil War, including driving directions and a hand-drawn map to the homestead.
Page 4: A comprehensive list of members, contributors, and associates who participated in the Annual Giving Campaign.
Commemoration: Plans for the 147th Annual Bull Family Reunion, specifically honoring ancestors who fought in the U.S. Civil War (marking its 150th anniversary).
Genealogy: A milestone contest to reach 70,000 names in the family database and an announcement regarding DNA testing for female descendants of Sarah Wells.
Financials: A detailed financial statement for the 2012-2013 fiscal year showing operating and capital income/expenses.
Community: Extensive lists of donors, memorials, and the roster of Directors and Officers serving through 2016.
