Willow Brook Tavern?
I am reasonably certain that this photo was taken of the rose bushes at Willowbrook Tavern (The 1808 house).
William Jurian Kaula diary
No diary entry for May 11th 1898
James Roger diary entry
11th May 1912
Fair and warm; wind west and southwest. David ploughing at Balches' field. I raked John Preston's lawn. Got letter from Alice. Men's Club met tonight in vestry. 19 present. Constitution formed.