The Samuel R. Chidsey House, built in 1750, stood at the corner of Main and High Streets at 267 Main Street. According to an Evening Register article from the vertical file (date unknown) Samuel Chidsey bought the property from the Bradleys. Mr. Chidsey was first selectman of the town for many years.
The house was taken down in 1929 and the East Haven Bank was built on the corner.
Number One in the photo looks to be an advertisement for the Capitol Theatre and underneath that it states: "Free Parking." On the right however can be seen: "Tea Co." in what looks to be a separate sign. Could this have been an advertisement for the A & P market- the Great Atlantic and Pacific Tea Company?
Number Two the sign over the door reads: "Rooms For Tourists" and under that "Meals Served." Below that is a hanging sign that states: "Greyhurst Tourists Inn." There is a sign in the window that states: Rooms. Does anyone have any information on Greyhurst Inns and the Chidsey House as a Greyhurst Inn?
