Society Minutes, Records, 1861-1885
Scope and Contents
These are the remaining church records of the First Church of Waverley, Waverley being a sub-set of the town of Belmont. The most significant record is a ledger book of the Society, 1861-1885. The majority of the records date from the early 20th century, from a few of their auxiliary groups. The most recent document is a presentation from the historian, Mrs. Herbert H. Jaynes in 1979. No dedicated vital statistical records were kept.
A list of records represented are: ledger from earliest years of the church, a page a day diary from 1866, auxiliary club records, anniversary celebrations, photographs, Sunday school teachers’ meeting ledger, programs for special occasions and Sunday service.
Dates
- Other: 1861-1885
Restrictions on Access
This collection is unrestricted and open to the public.
Extent
From the Collection: .53 Cubic Feet (2 cases)
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Creator
- From the Collection: First Congregational Church of Waverley (1865-2012) (Belmont, Mass.) (Organization)
Repository Details
Part of the Congregational Library & Archives Repository