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.
GEORGE, son of CHESTER & SARAH WILLIAMS, died 4 Dec., 1809.........aged 5
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smaller stone:
MARY, dau of Chester & Sarah Williams, died 31 March 1810, aged 3
GEORGE, son of CHESTER & SARAH WILLIAMS, died 4 Dec., 1809.........aged 5
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smaller stone:
MARY, dau of Chester & Sarah Williams, died 31 March 1810, aged 3
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