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Historic Marker on Sarah Wells TrailEntry/Object ID
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William Bull and Sarah Wells Stone House AssociationScope and Content
1. New Historic Marker for Sarah Wells (August 20, 1986)
This article from the Independent Republican highlights the installation of a new historic marker on the Sarah Wells Trail (Orange County Highway 8) between Goshen and Washingtonville.
Location: Near the Otterkill bridge, just before the Purgatory Road intersection.
Historical Significance: The marker designates the site of the 1714 log cabin built by Sarah Wells, recognized as the first white woman to settle in Goshen Township. She later married William Bull, a stone mason.
2. Bull Family Celebrates Annual Picnic (August 19, 1986)
This page from the Orange County Post covers the 119th annual Bull Stone House Family Picnic and highlights several award recipients:
Age & Attendance Awards
Homer Bull (102 years old): Awarded the Blue Ribbon for being the oldest man in attendance.
Anna Johnson (89 years old): Awarded the ribbon for being the oldest woman in attendance.
Carmine J. Brown: Received a special award ribbon for her remarkable dedication, having attended 76 of the 119 annual family picnics.
Christopher James Earle (2½ months old): Held by his parents, Greg and Gail, he received the ribbon for the youngest attendee.
Marriage Milestones
Harry and Amelia Earle: Recognized as the couple in attendance with the most years of marriage, having recently celebrated their 69th wedding anniversary on August 14th.
Robert and Ruth Brunton: Recognized for their 62 years of marriage.
Travel Award
Alex Mills: Received the ribbon for traveling the longest distance to attend, having driven all the way from Eugene, Oregon.