Early Harrisville pioneers, William W. and Sabra Lake Dixon, originally settled on this property when they moved from Bingham’s Fort in 1856. They built a log house and made a rock cellar by the stream known as Dixon Creek.  William dug a well that became known throughout the valley as the “Old Dixon.” Its deep rock walls and its hospitable moss-covered bucket invited many travelers to stop for a drink and chat with ‘Father Dixon’ as he was known. 

Bailey Lake Jr. acquired the property and built this home on the East corner of his property for his granddaughter Whealthy Lake and her husband, Angus T. Lockhead. It is frame, yellow masonry construction on a rock foundation. 

In 1951, Ralph F. and Jennie Dabb came back to their hometown of Harrisville with their three children, Janice, Carolee, and Keith, and purchased the house. Later they bought Jennie’s brother’s home and moved to 944 North Harrisville Road. 

Ray and Elaine Dabb (Ray is Ralph Dabb’s cousin) lived here for a while.

Donald and Arlene Kennington next purchased the home. They were active in the community and raised their six children here. The home had a screened front porch, which has since been enclosed, adding to the square footage of the house. In addition to the main floor, the home has a couple of upstairs rooms and a partial basement.