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History Close At Hand: Mary Tunstall Smith — Lady of the Manor and trailblazer of early Long Island
She was baptized Martha Tunstall on July 2, 1652, daughter of Henry Tunstall of Putney, Surrey, England. She moved with her family to Tangier, Africa, where she married William Smith. From her marriage on Nov. 26, 1675, until her death in Setauket in 1709 at 57, Martha led a life dedicated to her husband, family, business interests and community. She gave birth to 13 children, buried seven, and journeyed from Tangier back to England, to Ireland for a birth, and finally to America. She raised her family in primitive conditions, assisted her husband in his business dealings, often during his long absences, and became respected as lady of the manor. Widowed at 52, Martha successfully managed her husband’s business interests, including offshore whaling, and became a well-regarded community leader.
Islanders Fans Votes Are In, The Fifth New York Islanders’ Puppy With a Purpose® Will Be Named “Butchie”
The Guide Dog Foundation, a New York-based non-profit that provides guide dogs to individuals who are blind or visually impaired, is thrilled to partner again with the New York Islanders in their “Puppy With a Purpose®” program to train future guide dogs, “Butchie.”. On October 4th,...
National restaurant chain holds job fair for its first Long Island location
Ford’s Garage, a growing chain of automobile-themed casual restaurants, is hosting a hiring event to staff its first Long Island location at the Smith Haven Mall in Lake Grove. The restaurant’s tw...
Ending epilepsy on the golf course, one swing at a time
Is there anything better than a day on the golf course?. Just ask Joey and Nina Meyer, whose day was not only filled with golf, family, friends and fun, but was one that supported the cause so near and dear to their hearts. In May of 2022, Nina Meyer was...
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