FARMINGTON — Colonial Daughters, a local chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution, held its October monthly meeting at the home of Father John Gallagher on the Holley Road.

In 1961, Gallagher purchased this homestead built in 1794 by Thomas Wendell, a Revolutionary War soldier. Gallagher is a retired Catholic priest and has done extensive research on both the property and Thomas Wendell and his descendants. He wanted to share his findings with the Colonial Daughters.

A potluck luncheon was served at noon followed by a business meeting, then a round-table discussion with Gallagher and a tour of the homestead. Gallagher shared information and stories he gathered over the years.

Every year just before Memorial Day, the Colonial Daughters Chapter distributes an American flag to 49 Revolutionary War Patriots, spread out in 14 locations within the community. Wendell is one of these honored Patriots.

Members in attendance were Sylvia Adams, Mary Elizabeth Wheeler, Julia Nouvertne, Constance Hiltz, Laura Donnellan, Melanie Farmer, Jeanette Stevens, Nancy Flick, Isabelle Foss, Marcia White, Theo Ross, Elaine Wells and Joanne Page. Guests were Father John Gallagher, Ron Milliken and Elizabeth Jennings.