My 2018 French ChallengeAZ in 100 Words: L for Lebonte

When looking for French Canadians in Vermont, all sources have to be considered. I am thinking here of town history books from the 19th century—mug books as they’re called. You might think that only Americans would be featured in these. Well, such is not the case. Without the history of Addison County, how would I know that:

“Jo. Lebonte, a noted character in Vergennes, lived opposite the present schoolhouse, southeasterly, had been a servant for Colonel Wells, and was famous for his witticisms and oddities. He had a large family. Mrs. January is the only one remaining in Vergennes.”


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