by Catherine J and Frances S Welles. 1929. 249p

Richard Edwards was born in May 1647 and passed away on April 20, 1718. He was a merchant in Hartford and married Elizabeth Tuttle and later Mary Talcott, with whom he had several children. His life reflects the entrepreneurial spirit of early colonial America.

John Hollister married Sarah Goodrich in 1667 and together they had multiple children, including John, Thomas, and Joseph. His family lineage contributes to the historical tapestry of the region, showcasing the interconnectedness of early settlers and their descendants.

William Howard, born on August 29, 1687, in Wethersfield, married Sarah Gardner in 1714 and had children including Benjamin and Elizabeth. Additionally, Richard Saltonstall, born in 1610 in England and educated at Cambridge, died in 1694, representing the intellectual and cultural influences of the time. The Lord family, with records dating back to 1373 in England, illustrates the long-standing heritage and land control that shaped early American society.