they set sail together for China, just two weeks after their wedding. It was sink or swim for the young couple who were sailing into the great unknown and a sea of human need. They finally arrived in Singapore on March 31, 1836. Henrietta Hall Shuck paved the way for all other women missionaries to China—from Virginia and beyond. Although her story is often over- shadowed by those with lesser accomplishments, she faced the great unknown with courage and a loving heart. She is the only woman able to bear the distinction as the first female missionary to China—period! During her life in China she bore one daughter and four sons. She was a devoted wife, mother and missionary. It is recorded that she and her husband housed and nurtured over thirty-two Chinese children and adopted several babies. This truly amazing woman helped to organize and start two large Baptist Churches. She also started a school for Chinese children that is still ongoing today. Although she never returned to her native Kilmarnock, she lived a productive life that effected change where it was needed. With a strong maternal instinct and the heart of an adventurer, she went where no other woman had ever gone before.
Mr. and Mrs. E. A. Stephens and the Tides Inn
No article about the “best” of Lancaster County and her remarkable history could possibly be complete without mentioning the world renowned Tides Inn at Irvington. What started as the dream of Lancaster County natives Ennolls Albert Stephens and Ann Lee Stephens has now become one of the leading small hotels and resorts in the entire world. It was their vision, drive, attention to detail and the creation of a world class dining and resort experience at Irvington, that remains without equal in Virginia. Together they transformed a remote location with commanding views of Carter’s Creek and the Rappahannock River beyond into a world renowned destination. Today’s the Tides Inn, under the ownership of the Enchantment Group of fine resorts and hotels, has upheld and expanded the tradition of excellence started by the Stephen’s family over half a century ago.
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