Vital Records of the Town of Auburn, (Formerly Ward), Massachusetts, To the end of the year 1850 With the Inscriptions from the Old Burial Grounds

"Vital Records of the Town of Auburn, (Formerly Ward), Massachusetts, To the end of the year 1850" by Franklin P. Rice is a historical compilation that unveils the rich tapestry of life in early Auburn, Massachusetts, through its meticulously documented vital records like births, marriages, and deaths, supplemented by inscriptions from the town's old burial grounds. Serving as a detailed chronicle focusing on the lives and relationships of the town’s early inhabitants and their families, the book starts by emphasizing the importance of these records in understanding local history, acknowledging Auburn's connection to surrounding communities and addressing the absence of a complete historical narrative of the town, systematically compiling critical information, making this essential historical material accessible for future generations.