CHAPTER VI.
REMOVAL FROM SODUS TO BATH.
Capt.

Helm went to Virginia for his family, and returning with them, concluded to locate his future residence in the village of Bath, Steuben County.

He purchased a large tract of land near the village, a large grist mill, and two saw mills; also, two farms; one called the "Maringo," east of the village; and the other, called "Epsam," north of it; and a fine house and lot in the village.

He also kept a distillery, which in those days was well patronized, for nearly every body drank whisky; and with Capt.

Helm it was a favorite beverage.
The slaves were removed to Bath, where our master was well suited, and was everywhere noted for his hospitality.