IT HAPPENED IN MILFORD WEEK 18
Co-authored by Jean Tsang & David Gregory
In 1712 Doctor Andrew Warner, a botanical physician, moved to Milford and set up a practice that thrived for six to eight years.
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He was called the “Indian Doctor” because he used only vegetable remedies. He then moved to New Milford.
The bridge spans the Housatonic River and connects Milford to Stratford.
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The first Washington Bridge was built in 1803. It was scheduled to be lit by two lanterns ”unless the moon shall give sufficient light.”
In spring 1806 the bridge was severely damaged by a break-up of ice. Funding was insufficient so the General Assembly gave permission for a lottery to be held.
Eight thousand dollars was raised. By 1808 the bridge was back in operation.
An ad in a 1929 newspaper reads:” Milford housewives say “Don’t they do fine work.” The ad was for Mrs. Smith’s Home Laundry (Phone 417). 126 Rogers Avenue, Fort Trumbull Beach.”
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