Ward, Thaddeus. Return dated New Marlborough, Oct. 1, 1781, made by the Selectmen, of bounties paid said Ward and others raised to serve in the Continental Army for the term of 3 months, agreeable to resolve of June 30, 1781; also, Private, Capt. Jeremiah Hickok’s co., Lieut- Col. Sears’ s regt. ; entered service Aug. 6, 1781 ; discharged Nov. 8, 1781 ; service, 3 mos. 7 days, including 4 days (84 miles) travel home; company raised in Berkshire Co. ; regiment raised for 3 months; roll endorsed ” Col Elisha Porters Reg’t.” Source: MS&SRA Vol 16 pg 548/558