1710 GLOUCESTER MASSSACHUSETTS The Old Ellery House NEW ENGLAND HISTORY DB

Description: The White House was erected was erected in 1710 upon what was then the Town green of Goucester. It was built at the edge of a marsh for Gloucester’s first settled minister, the Reverend John White. In keeping with White’s esteemed position in the community, the House exhibits a certain elegance and refinement, perhaps best reflected in the surviving interior details. In 1735, the house was purchased by James Stevens and kept it as a tavern, sometimes serving as a meeting place for the town’s selectmen. In 1740, Captains Wiilliam Ellery took title to the property. Ellery had just married for the second time and after keeping the tavern open for a few years, used the house as a home for his growing family. Over the next 200 years, six generations of the Ellery family lived in the house. At a basic level, the house tells the story of an ordinary middle-class New England family. On a broader level, the house serves as a rare and thought-provoking venue to explore the evolution of New England architecture and lifestyle. In 1947 the structure was moved approximately 100 yards from its original location to its present position immediately north of Babson-Alling house. Although the center of Gloucester moved from the Town Green to the Harbor Village long ago, the site remains the entrance to Gloucester and an important historical site. It is also on this uncredited card that is not posted but is an early DB, 1907-15. It is in very good condition with minor wear and a clean, clear image and reverse. The colors on the card may vary due to the scanner settings and screen projections.Unless otherwise noted, I use Wikipedia, Playle's and Metropostcard for research and try to be as accurate as possible. Corrections appreciated. If this your card, it will be mailed promptly upon receipt of payment...... Free Shipping WorldWide.Thank you for your interest and I hope that I can help you with your collection..... Life and History on a Card",,,,Visit My eBay Store: HartsCardCart Fair - Piece is intact, excess soil, staining and creasesGood - Corners may be noticeably rounded with slight bends or creases.Very Good - Corners may be blunted or rounded. Excellent - Like near mint in appearance but may have been used postally. ANY QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS PLEASE FEEL FREE TO CONTACT ME..... Thanks for your interest

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Location: Boston, Massachusetts

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