1985. 32p. by Earle L Vail

The family history begins with Jeremiah Vail, the first ancestor in America, who was born in England around 1618 and arrived in Salem, Massachusetts, before 1639. He had six children from two marriages, with his first wife Catherine bearing Abigail, Sarah, and Jeremiah, and his second wife, the widow Mary Paine, giving birth to John, Daniel, and Mary. Jeremiah is noted for his character, having defended a neighbor accused of witchcraft in 1657, showcasing his integrity and community involvement.

The second generation features John Vail, born in 1663, who married Grace Braddick (or Burgess) and had several children, including Abigail, Irene, and John. The third generation includes Benjamin Vail, born in 1709, who married Mary Paine and settled in Goshen, New York, where they had children such as Mary and William. The fourth generation is represented by William Vail, born around 1734, who married his cousin Phebe Vail and had a large family, including Asa and Jemima.

The lineage continues with Benjamin Vail, one of twins born in 1776, who married Clemence Hobbie Knapp and had several children, including Walter Simonson Vail. Walter, born in 1841, married Harriet Adaline Bolkcom in 1868, and they established their home in Rileyville, Pennsylvania. Their descendants are documented, highlighting the family's growth and the importance of preserving their history for future generations.