Oscar Mellish, b. Nov. 24, 1831, in Boston, m. March 18, 1855, Helen Augusta, dau. of Increase Sumner and Esther Guild, b. Feb. 14, 1832, in Walpole, N. H. He learned the trade of carver, at which he wrought some years very successfully. Later he entered upon the making of the finer sorts of frame chairs for parlor, office, and diningroom use, particularly antique styles. The firm, Mellish, Byfield & Co., are extensive manufacturers and exporters, with factory on Albany Street, and office opposite the Boston & Maine R. R. station. His residence is on the hill above Faneuil station, Newton.
From: Pope, Charles Henry. A History of the Dorchester Pope Family. 1634-1888. Published by the author, 1888
From: Pope, Charles Henry. A History of the Dorchester Pope Family. 1634-1888. Published by the author, 1888
Oscar Mellish, b. Nov. 24, 1831, in Boston, m. March 18, 1855, Helen Augusta, dau. of Increase Sumner and Esther Guild, b. Feb. 14, 1832, in Walpole, N. H. He learned the trade of carver, at which he wrought some years very successfully. Later he entered upon the making of the finer sorts of frame chairs for parlor, office, and diningroom use, particularly antique styles. The firm, Mellish, Byfield & Co., are extensive manufacturers and exporters, with factory on Albany Street, and office opposite the Boston & Maine R. R. station. His residence is on the hill above Faneuil station, Newton.
From: Pope, Charles Henry. A History of the Dorchester Pope Family. 1634-1888. Published by the author, 1888
From: Pope, Charles Henry. A History of the Dorchester Pope Family. 1634-1888. Published by the author, 1888
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