Arthur W. Woodworth

Arthur Wellington Woodworth (May 7, 1823 – February 10, 1919), was the founder and President of the First National Bank of Enosburgh, a Vermont State Senator and Representative, and member of the Woodworth political family.

Early life and education Arthur was born in 1823 in Enosburgh, Vermont, the son of William S. Woodworth and Patience Stevens. He was educated in the local village schools, while receiving career training as a carpenter from his father. He labored in that field until 1844, when he went to work in St. Albans for a local judge as a farmhand. He returned to Enosburgh where he purchased his own farm. After retiring from the lumber industry, he devoted his time to his other business and real estate interests, which included and a sawmill in Westfield, in Sheldon, several farms, a mill in Sampsonville and a creamery in Enosburg. and steadily grew thereafter under his leadership. In 1879, he was elected to the State Senate, where he served on the General and Grand List Committees.

It was said that Woodworth was above political tricks and cheap intrigues often found in public life.

Protection of domestic animals As a Senator in 1880, Woodworth introduced S. 67, which provided for the protection of domestic animals.

Marriage and children Woodworth married Adaline Ladd, daughter of Alpheus Ladd and Jane French. They had one daughter, Linnie, who married Walter V. Phelps, a business partner of her father who was also a State Representative and eventual nominee for State Treasurer.