Everett T. Stanley

Edward T. Stanley (Jan. 27, 1846 - Feb. 18, 1936) was the son of Edward Stanley and Susan Selden. He was first selectman of West Hartford from 1885 until 1909 during a period when extensive public developments and improvements required a large amount of his time and attention. He was also prosperous farmer and milk dealer for many years. He was often seen daily driving with his fleet-footed horse to some part of the town in the discharge of his duties.

He married Fanny Baker (1847-1942) and had two children: He also married Julia A. Flagg (Dec. 15, 1844 - Dec. 2, 1873), the daughter of George Flagg and Mary Goodman.
 * Henry Stanley (b. Nov. 8, 1875) - Adopted 
 * Mary Baker Stanley (Mar. 15, 1880 - Dec. 15, 1971)