Ode to John Baker of Hartford By F.G. Baker 6/21/15 He came far across the sea of storms alone, To Massachusetts’ shore and Boston Town, As many before had ‘or the water passed, To find a new home among the Blessed. Our John Baker left England’s western lands, To find freedom from God-like King’s demands, Leaving the lessor fortune of family, Arrived with promised opportunity. From fair Boston, he did travel westward, To the Protestor’s new town of Hartford. To settle with Burgers wise, land carved, From Native forests, dense, verdant and wild. Among the Founders, he pursued their path, Entered First Church and there found a true lass, Daughter of John, wooed Lydia Baysey, And with his approval did her marry.Read More