The 'Worsted' Church
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The unusual name of the former Union church that stood nearby from 1839-1958 came from its elaborate interior that was embellished with scripture, homilies, and other decorations made from other materials like cotton gauze, paper and worsted wool. The handiwork of local author, poet and lecturer Sarah Elizabeth Harper Monmouth drew visitors to the church to see the 'curious paper work' on display inside.
Monmouth's personal story of frugality after being swindled out of an inheritance captivated people as much as her decorations did.
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