Worcester, Vermont Historical Society
Interviews
Harold attended Minister Brook and June attended the Village School. Listen to how a box lunch social, a mandolin player and Oral Roberts all played a part in a romance that has lasted over 65 years. Recorded on 3.15.25.
Audrey shares family and Worcester community history, including how her father arranged for then VT Governor Lee Emerson to speak at a Fourth of July celebration. Recorded on 2/1/25.
A long time Worcester resident shares the history of his fascination with everything Chinese and how this turned into adventures such as an underground restaurant in town, catering for the Rockefellers and eventually the highly acclaimed Vermont restaurant, A Single...
Lucia Ladd was a wonderful person, say both Mary Ann Powers and Judy Knapp. They recall playing Andy I Over, marbles and more as they share about their days at Worcester Village School. Recorded on 7/15/25.
Susan has fond memories of summer: long days with friends, neighbors and swimming at Lacy's while the mom's multitasked beside them. Recorded on 12.11.24
Harold RIchardson worked at Maxhams Mink Farm as a teenager, "it was brutal". Recorded on 3/15/25.
Edna Ladd made learning fun and recess was my favorite part of the day, says June Richardson about going to the Worcester Village School in the 1940s and 50s. Recorded on 3/15/25
Susan remembers the terrible fire that motivated her father, Rudy Martin, to establish the Worcester Fire Department. Did you know their first fire truck was a converted hearse? Recorded on 12.11.24
Bill was there for controversial meetings about closing Minister Brook School; adding indoor plumbing to the Worcester church and changes made to improve the towns water system. Fortunately he also had time for enjoying a refreshing swimming hole and catching...
"My parents had to work hard all their lives". Harold shares his family's journey from ancestors to farming to great grandchildren and family reunions. Recorded on 3.15.25.
Tom moved to Worcester and started 2nd grade in 1947. He loved reading, singing, square dancing and avoiding being disciplined by his teachers as much as possible. Recorded in the Fall of 2024.
Not for the faint of heart! Steve recalls stories he heard about mink in Worcester, illustrates vivid details about picking up ingredients for mink food and explains how Alpo dog food changed everything. Recorded on 9/3/24.
Fearn explains the magical feeling and describes the events that went into finding her home in Worcester. Recorded on 1/7/25.
Audrey remembers her childhood home; watching canned goods float in the cellar; playing with dolls; her first bike and much more. Recorded on 2/1/25.
Their grandfather worked at the state house and their dad was a "boxer" who made dandelion wine! Listen for more fun facts about who made up Judy and Mary Ann's family when they were growing up, first in Montpelier and...
Gordon Cole remembers learning how to ride a bike, Chester Ladd's service station and other things about growing up next to Chester Ladd's family. Recorded on 3/11/24.
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