Nearly 40 past and present Westport Historical Society board members and their guests gathered at Ellie’s Place last Thursday

“Let’s Thank Bill” Dinner at Ellie’s Place

By Jon Alden

Community Events of Westport

November 8, 2007

Nearly 40 past and present Westport Historical Society board members and their guests gathered at Ellie’s Place last Thursday to honor and thank Dr. William F. Wyatt for his eight years as President of the Society from 1999 to 2007. Anthony Connors is the incoming President.

Many board members rose from time to time and spoke glowingly about Dr. Wyatt’s selfless contributions to the preservation of Westport’s history, and his insightful and devoted leadership of the Society.

In a surprise presentation, State Representative Michael J. Rodrigues’ office presented Dr. Wyatt with a State Citation honoring his work with the Westport Historical Society.

Veronica F. Beaulieu, Westport Selectman and Chairman, presented Dr. Wyatt with a Town Citation issued by the Board of Selectmen honoring his work with town’s CPC Committee and the Westport Historical Commission.

Jon Alden, WHS Vice President, presented to Bill, on behalf of all the board members, a wonderful pottery plaque commemorating Bill's service and devotion to the Society as President.

A picture of Dr. Wyatt was also presented and will hang at the Bell School honoring his 8 years as President.

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