this cemetery, especially where the old stones are, in implorable condition.....the sign in front states it's going under preservation....
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PLEASE NOTE:
Many of the stones are not VERY ancient in terms of early settlers
BUT THE NAMES ARE.
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Another important fact to know...Amherst was part of Hadley in 1759 and in 1775, was established as a town.
REV. DAVID PARSONS, pastor of the Church at Amherst, died Jan. 1, 1781.....aged 69 years and the 41st year of his ministry.
REV. DAVID PARSONS, pastor of the Church at Amherst, died Jan. 1, 1781.....aged 69 years and the 41st year of his ministry.
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