by Manager Port Society | Oct 9, 2025 | Past Presidents
1957 – 1962 A native of Westport, Massachusetts, Milton was deeply rooted in community values, bringing a farmer’s diligence and a civic leader’s vision to his role. In his 1976 oral history interview with the Westport Historical Society, Milton reflected...
by Manager Port Society | Oct 9, 2025 | Past Presidents
1953 – 1957 William Henry Tripp, a dedicated historian, photographer, and curator who served as the 17th president of the New Bedford Port Society from 1953 to 1957. Tripp’s passion for maritime history was evident in his work as curator of the Old Dartmouth...
by Manager Port Society | Oct 9, 2025 | Past Presidents
1948 – 1953 Edward H. Cook, our 17th president, was also deeply involved with the development and maintenance of our community’s historical buildings. Edward lived along the south coast area of Massachusetts with his family for quite a few years, owning numerous...
by Manager Port Society | Oct 9, 2025 | Past Presidents
1941 – 1947 We honor the legacy of Erford Wilson Poole, our 16th president of the New Bedford Port Society, who faithfully led our congregation from 1941 to 1947 during a time of global uncertainly and local resilience. Born on July 20, 1876 in Tyringham,...
by Manager Port Society | Oct 9, 2025 | Past Presidents
1934 – 1940 Born on September 14, 1864 in South Dartmouth, Herbert’s life took him across the country to Minneapolis for a few years before returning home to Massachusetts where his passion for civic duty took root. He went on to serve four terms as a state...
