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Girl Scout Designs Entry Way to Bull Stone House TrailEntry/Object ID
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William Bull and Sarah Wells Stone House AssociationScope and Content
Article 1: "Two local Girl Scouts receive Gold Awards"
(Published Wednesday, April 13, 2011, in the Times Herald-Record)
This article highlights two local Girl Scouts, Amanda Richards and Chelsea Collins, who received the prestigious Gold Award—the highest honor in Girl Scouting.
Amanda Richards' Project: Amanda designed and built a horseshoe pit and an outdoor activity box for the elderly residents of the New Windsor Country Inn. Her project was inspired by her 96-year-old grandfather, Ben Davis, who resides at the home. She gathered material donations from local businesses (such as Dick's Sporting Goods) and built the installations with the help of her troop and family.
Chelsea Collins' Project: Chelsea worked with the Bull Stone House Historical Association to design and construct an entryway to a planned historical trail on the property. Assisted by her father and other volunteers, she collected materials and monetary donations from local businesses and built two stone walls with fieldstone tops to mark the path's entrance. Chelsea, a descendant of the Bull family, aimed to enhance the historical significance of the site.
Article 2: "Bull family to reunite"
(Published Friday, August 5, 2011, in The Chronicle)
Written by Ginny Privitar, this article details the history of the prominent Bull family of Orange County, New York, ahead of their 144th annual family reunion.
The Family Legacy: The family trace their lineage back to William Bull and Sarah Wells, who married in 1718 and settled in the area. Sarah Wells was famously the first European woman to settle in the interior of Orange County.
The Historic Bull Stone House: Between 1722 and 1727, William Bull constructed a sturdy stone house in Campbell Hall. It was built over a spring to ensure a continuous water supply in case of an attack. Today, the home is inhabited and maintained by Michael Brown, an eighth-generation descendant.
A Massive Family Tree: William and Sarah had 12 children, all of whom married into local families, resulting in a massive lineage. By 2011, the family boasted an estimated 20,000 living descendants around the world. The article includes a historical chart listing their 12 children, birthdates, and spouses.
Reunion Tradition: The descendants gather annually at the historic homestead. The article highlights several notable descendants throughout history who have contributed to the community as farmers, teachers, politicians, and tradespeople.