Blackstone Woolen Company Mill #1
description- – The Blackstone Woolen Company was owned and operated by the Blackstone Manufacturing Company. The original mill was built in 1808.
- – Wool
- – Architecture--United States--19th century
- – Industrial buildings--Massachusetts--Blackstone
- – Historic buildings--New England
- – Blackstone (Mass.)--History--Pictorial works
- – Historic buildings--Massachusetts--Blackstone
- – Mills and mill work--Massachusetts--Blackstone
- – Blackstone Woolen Company--History
- – 1808
- – From the collection of the Blackstone Historical Commission, Blackstone, Massachusetts
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- – English
Union Hotel, Blackstone, Massachusetts
description- – The Union Hotel was built in 1853. In addition to being a hotel it also contained law offices and a ballroom on the third floor. The town jail was located in the hotel's basement for a short time.
- – Architecture--United States--19th century
- – Historic buildings--New England
- – Historic buildings--Massachusetts--Blackstone
- – Hotels--Massachusetts--Blackstone
- – Blackstone--History--Pictorial works
- – 1853
- – From the collection of the Blackstone Historical Commission, Blackstone, Massachusetts
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- – English
Congregational Church of Blackstone, Massachusetts
description- – Built in 1836 by the Blackstone Manufacturing Co. in the Greek-Revival style. This church was first used by the Waterford Society of the Free Will Baptist Church. The Congregational church group began using it in 1841. Later this group federated with the Baptist Church. This building is listed on the National Register of Historic Buildings.
- – Architecture--United States--19th century
- – Historic buildings--New England
- – Blackstone (Mass.)--History--Pictorial works
- – Historic buildings--Massachusetts--Blackstone
- – Churches--Massachusetts--Blackstone
- – Church architecture--Massachusetts--Blackstone
- – 1836
- – From the collection of the Blackstone Historical Commission, Blackstone, Massachusetts
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- – English
Baptist Church, Blackstone, Massachusetts
description- – Built in 1841 this plain white church had clapboard siding, long rectangular windows and a graceful bell tower. First called the Freewill Baptist Church of Christ it was renamed the Freewill Baptist Church of Waterford in 1845. The building burned in 1927.
- – Architecture--United States--19th century
- – Historic buildings--New England
- – Blackstone (Mass.)--History--Pictorial works
- – Historic buildings--Massachusetts--Blackstone
- – Churches--Massachusetts--Blackstone
- – Church architecture--Massachusetts--Blackstone
- – 1841
- – From the collection of the Blackstone Historical Commission, Blackstone, Massachusetts
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- – English
Waterford School
description- – The Waterford school was constructed in 1865 by Welcome Farnum, mill owner. It was a two story wooden building on a raised granite block foundation. Shutters were at each of the six over six pane windows. A cupola on the roof held a bell to call children to school. The building consisted of four large classrooms.
- – Architecture--United States--19th century
- – Historic buildings--New England
- – Blackstone (Mass.)--History--Pictorial works
- – Historic buildings--Massachusetts--Blackstone
- – Schools--Massachusetts--Blackstone
- – Elementary schools--Massachusetts--Blackstone
- – 1865
- – From the collection of the Blackstone Historical Commission, Blackstone, Massachusetts
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- – English
Old Quaker Meetinghouse, East Blackstone, Massachusetts
description- – The Friends Meetinghouse as built in 1812. A simple building with a plain interior consisting of plastered walls, wooden pews, and a small organ. The East Blackstone Meetinghouse is on the National Historic Register.
- – Architecture--United States--19th century
- – Meetinghouse(Friends)--Blackstone--Massachusetts
- – Historic buildings--New England
- – Blackstone (Mass.)--History--Pictorial works
- – Historic buildings--Massachusetts--Blackstone
- – 1812
- – From the collection of the Blackstone Historical Commission, Blackstone, Massachusetts
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- – English
St. Paul's Catholic Church, Blackstone, Massachusetts
description- – Construction began in 1850. This church is unique because it stands in two states, North Smithfield, Rhode Island and Blackstone, Massachusetts. The bell tower was erected in 1872 and the transept with rose windows were added in 1883.
- – Architecture--United States--19th century
- – Historic buildings--New England
- – Blackstone (Mass.)--History--Pictorial works
- – Historic buildings--Massachusetts--Blackstone
- – Churches--Massachusetts--Blackstone
- – St. Paul's Church (Blackstone, Mass)--History
- – 1850
- – From the collection of the Blackstone Historical Commission, Blackstone, Massachusetts
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- – English
Farm Boy Boxers
description- – Two young teenage boys wearing boxing gloves and trunks, boxing in an open field with a barefoot adult wearing overalls apparently timing in the background
- – 1910
- – From the collection of the North Brookfield Historical Society at the Haston Free Public Library, North Brookfield, Massachusetts http://www.northbrookfield.net/library.htm
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- – Part of a glass plate collection of Darrell Hyder
- – English
Globe Village Fire Station Southbridge Massachusetts
description- – Built in 1894, the Globe Village Fire Station is located at the foot of West Street in Southbridge. Constructed of brick, it has a Colonial Revival influence to its appearance. There are corner pilasters, segmental arched windows and doors, and a corbel table that comprise its decorative elements. A circular window is set into the facade, over the sign stating year of construction, 1894. Three arched openings lead into the fire station. The building in the rear of the fire station has a large ornate cupola. The Hamilton Woolen Co. had previously established a fire company and consented to the use of their engine by the town. According to the Souvenir of Southbridge (1898), the first efforts at starting a fire company [by the town]were made in 1832,"The first fire after the formation of the company is recorded as taking place Saturday evening, Jan. 19, 1833, at Globe Village."Another similarly titled publication"Southbridge: A Souvenir"published in 1899 by the Ladies Circle and YPCU of the First Universalist Society of Southbridge had the following information:"Southbridge has always possessed an excellent and efficient fire department. From the days of the old tub machine to the present, the department has been an honor to the town and has had enrolled in its membership many of the most prominent citizens, who, as soon as they drop out of active service, join the Veteran Firemen's Association, which has under its care the famous 'Tiger' hand-engine. The department consists of two steam fire engines and two hook and ladder trucks, modernly equipped and comfortably housed. The left hand picture is that occupied by the Globe Village department."
- – Architecture--United States--19th century
- – Historic buildings--New England
- – Southbridge (Mass.)--History
- – Fire departments--Massachusetts--Southbridge
- – Southbridge (Mass.)--Pictorial works
- – Historic buildings--Massachusetts--Southbridge
- – Fire stations--Massachusetts--Southbridge
- – 1903-06-06
- – Is part of the photographic collection of the Jacob Edwards Library, Southbridge, Massachusetts. http://www.jacobedwardslibrary.org
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- – Image from page 29 of the A.H. Pease album #2
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Masonic Building or Dresser House Southbridge Massachusetts with a view of Central Street
description- – Over the years, the Masonic building has been known as the C. A. Dresser House and the Maci building. Located at"92 Main Street",at the intersection of Central Street, a glimpse of the commercial district is provided. The corner of the Boston Branch building is on view. The brick structure with stone relief is similar to the adjacent Ammidown building (not shown) except for the ornamental central tower. The C. A. Dresser House was a hotel. Retractable awnings are over some of the windows in the front of the building. A flat belt sign announces J. R. Harris&Son. An interesting view of the west side of Central Street, is provided, showing a row of brick commercial operations. Shortly after a refurbishment of the building in the early 1970s, there was a fire in the residential section overhead. An immigrant lost his life in the fire and the building was so compromised it was razed. The lot is now a parking area for the Savers Bank.
- – Architecture--United States--19th century
- – Historic buildings--New England
- – Southbridge (Mass.)--History
- – Southbridge (Mass.)--Pictorial works
- – Historic buildings--Massachusetts--Southbridge
- – Central business districts--Massachusetts--Southbridge
- – 1903-06-06
- – Is part of the photographic collection of the Jacob Edwards Library, Southbridge, Massachusetts. http://www.jacobedwardslibrary.org
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- – Image from page 30 of the A.H. Pease album #2
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Holy Trinity Church interior Southbridge Massachusetts
description- – Interior view of Holy Trinity Church, Southbridge in the early 1900s. A recessed altar with a cross and flowers is situated on an elevated platform, behind a wooden railing. A curtain hangs behind the altar. Long benches with kneelers fill the remainder of the view. An organ is on the left of the altar area, with a sign hanging overhead, announcing the pagination for the hymns. A light fixture hangs from the ceiling. Some greens are used for decoration on the altar area.
- – Architecture--United States--19th century
- – Historic buildings--New England
- – Church buildings--Massachusetts--Southbridge
- – Southbridge (Mass.)--History
- – Church architecture--Massachusetts--Southbridge
- – Southbridge (Mass.)--Pictorial works
- – Historic buildings--Massachusetts--Southbridge
- – 1903-06-06
- – Is part of the photographic collection of the Jacob Edwards Library, Southbridge, Massachusetts. http://www.jacobedwardslibrary.org
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- – Image from page 31 of the A.H. Pease album #2
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Main Street north side from Masonic block looking east including a horse drawn vehicle and street railway Southbridge Massachusetts
description- – Streetscape of the north side of Main Street, showing the Masonic building, Boston Branch, Ammidown building, Central Baptist Church and some dwellings. Entrance to all of these storefronts is achieved by climbing steps. Electrical poles run parallel to the street. A horse-drawn vehicle with rider, and the front of the street-railroad are visible in the road. A conductor walks beside the trolley car. A woman in full-length clothing, accompanied by a dog, walks in front of the Masonic building. The town clock in the spire of the Central Baptist Church reads ten minutes past twelve noon. Trees are viewable in the distance.
- – Street-railroads
- – Trolley cars--Pictorial work
- – Architecture--United States--19th century
- – Historic buildings--New England
- – Southbridge (Mass.)--History
- – Horse-drawn vehicles
- – Southbridge (Mass.)--Pictorial works
- – Historic buildings--Massachusetts--Southbridge
- – Central business districts--Massachusetts--Southbridge
- – 1903-06-06
- – Is part of the photographic collection of the Jacob Edwards Library, Southbridge, Massachusetts. http://www.jacobedwardslibrary.org
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- – Image from page 34 of the A.H. Pease album #2
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Main Street Southbridge Massachusetts looking east
description- – Bustling downtown Southbridge at the turn of the 20th century. The tracks for the trolley car emerge from Hamilton street going towards lower Main Street. A striped awning protects the merchandise in the store window from the sun. A metal sign advertising a pharmacy hangs perpendicularly from the brick building. Further along the block, another sign in the form of a large scissors hangs from the building. The YMCA, a brick building with a majestic tower, located on the corner of Elm Street, is shown in the background. Groups of people and horse-drawn vehicles are clustered on each side of Main Street. Some citizens are traveling by bicycle. The Whitford building on the left, is intact with four stories. A fire in 1970s destroyed the top floor. A poster covers the base of an large leafless elm tree. Dutch elm disease subsequently eradicated all the elm specimens on Main Street. A picket fence, on the south side of the street, forms the perimeter of one of the residences. Electrical poles and hitching posts are dotted on both sides of the street.
- – Street-railroads
- – Architecture--United States--19th century
- – Historic buildings--New England
- – Trolley cars--Pictorial works
- – Southbridge (Mass.)--History
- – Horse-drawn vehicles
- – Southbridge (Mass.)--Pictorial works
- – Historic buildings--Massachusetts--Southbridge
- – Central business districts--Massachusetts--Southbridge
- – 1903-06-06
- – Is part of the photographic collection of the Jacob Edwards Library, Southbridge, Massachusetts. http://www.jacobedwardslibrary.org
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- – Image from page 35 of the A.H. Pease album #2
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D.M. Rosenthal company and dwelling house Hamilton Street Southbridge Massachusetts
description- – Four story double-fronted brick property, on Hamilton Street, in Southbridge. Carved sign states building was constructed in 1905, which conflicts with the information that is written on the photograph album - indicating it was collated in 1903. A flat belt sign announces the name of the business: D.M. Rosenthal. David M. Rosenthal, also known as Rosenthal Brothers, operated a dry goods and clothing store at 11, Hamilton Street. In the rear of the storefront are four porches. A chimney stack peaks up from the roofline. Retractable striped awnings grace the storefront. This is the only pre-1935 mixed commercial/residential block of its kind in Southbridge and out of keeping with the converted residential to commercial buildings surrounding it. Its height and massing also differentiate it from the other properties along the street. The first floor storefront has been changed only slightly from the original front. The projecting bay on the second, third and fourth stories, enhance the building?s urbanity. Other elements of the building are the tall narrow arched doorway leading to the upper stories, the granite lintels and sills of the windows and the corbel table at the roof line. The lower part of Hamilton Street began to develop at first as a residential area in the 1850s. However, it soon became absorbed into the commercial zone of Main Street and the houses along the street were gradually converted to mixed commercial and residential uses. Attached is a three story dwelling with Queen Anne style feature. A rotary-style clothes line is on view to the left. The tracks for the trolley car are visible in the dirt roadway. The E.D. Desrosier&Co. Insurance business is housed in this building now.
- – Historic buildings--New England
- – Southbridge (Mass.)—Pictorial works
- – Architecture--United States--20th century
- – Southbridge (Mass.)--History
- – Historic buildings--Massachusetts--Southbridge
- – Central business districts--Massachusetts--Southbridge
- – 1903-06-06
- – Is part of the photographic collection of the Jacob Edwards Library, Southbridge, Massachusetts. http://www.jacobedwardslibrary.org
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- – Image from page 36 of the A.H. Pease album #2
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Hamilton Street Southbridge Massachusetts
description- – View of the residential and commercial buildings on the west side of Hamilton Street, Southbridge, in the early 1900s. John Underwood's residence is on the left, built in 1820's or thereabouts. Mr Underwood was a blacksmith. According to John O. Curtis"It was probably a rather sophisticated town house, being built of brick with brick chimneys. Of the original facade there remains visible the gable, which has a lunette window. This end is planked with smooth sheathing which gives a feeling suggestive of masonry. It must have been a very imposing residence. A sketch on a map of 1870, suggests that it may have been a duplex in form."A flat belt sign announces the name of the business: D.M. Rosenthal for David M. Rosenthal, also known as Rosenthal Brothers, a ladies? and gents? outfitters, at 11, Hamilton Street. According to the Southbridge Press, Saturday, July 2, 1904"The firm of Rosenthal Bros. has secured a splendid reputation in this line. The business was started three years ago by Messrs. D. M. and J. Rosenthal and was then located in a small store across the street from their present location, increasing trade compelling them to seek larger quarters in September, 1902. They have secured a large and constantly increasing patronage through strict attention to business and a careful study of the wants and interests of customers. Great attention is paid to keeping the stock up to the latest and best things in the market, all those novelties produced each season finding a place among it as soon as introduced. The stock is very large and each department is noted for its variety and standard quality, as well as for the moderate prices at which goods are sold. The assortment includes clothing of all kinds for ladies and men, besides a complete line of dry goods and notions, the stock being up to every requirement of the best trade. The Messrs. Rosenthal have fully demonstrated that straight forward methods of transacting business are best for the dealer and the purchaser, and the ever increasing popularity of their house attests appreciation of their mode of dealing.? In the three story clapboard building a sign announces a dentist operating on the second floor. The corner of a two story dwelling house is just visible on the right. There are two trees in sight, in this winter scene. Electricity poles run parallel to the sidewalk raised from the dirt road.
- – Historic buildings--New England
- – Architecture--United States--20th century
- – Southbridge (Mass.)--History
- – Southbridge (Mass.)--Pictorial works
- – Historic buildings--Massachusetts--Southbridge
- – Central business districts--Massachusetts--Southbridge
- – pre-1903
- – Is part of the photographic collection of the Jacob Edwards Library, Southbridge, Massachusetts. http://www.jacobedwardslibrary.org
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- – Image from page 37 of the A.H. Pease album #2, dated June 6th, 1903
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Central Street and corner of Main Street Southbridge Massachusetts: looking north
description- – Triangular view of the Hartwell building on the corner of Main and Central Streets. Both facades have flat belt signage announcing"Drugs and Medicines". Built in 1867, George H. Hartwell operated an apothecary from this premises, at 98 Main Street and 1 Central Street. A balcony is located over the main entrance to the store front. The traditional mortar and pestle sign, indicating a pharmacy, is attached to the balcony. This architectural element is no longer in place. Retractable striped awnings are on some of the windows. Many men are shown, wearing suits and hats. The adjacent building is a brick structure with arched windows and retractable awnings. There are shop fronts on the lower level. A sign for"Jos. Bebo"hangs perpendicular to the building, where"Ales Wines and Liquors"is also on display. The New Tremont Theatre operated out of this building, at one time; as did the Salvation Army. Other structures are shown in the distance. Corner of the C.A. Dresser House is visible, on right side. Electricity poles are one each side of the street going in a northerly direction on Central Street. Part of the trolley car track is visible in the foreground, in the dirt road.
- – Architecture--United States--19th century
- – Historic buildings--New England
- – Southbridge (Mass.)--History
- – Horse-drawn vehicles
- – Southbridge (Mass.)--Pictorial works
- – Historic buildings--Massachusetts--Southbridge
- – Central business districts--Massachusetts--Southbridge
- – pre-1903
- – Is part of the photographic collection of the Jacob Edwards Library, Southbridge, Massachusetts. http://www.jacobedwardslibrary.org
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- – Image from page 38 of the A.H. Pease album #2, dated June 6th, 1903
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Hotel Columbia Southbridge Massachusetts with view of the alley
description- – With its name carved in stone as well as one a flat belt sign, the Hotel Columbia is well announced. A double-fronted premises, each window on street level has a signs for 'hotel'. There is a separate entrance at the east side, to the upper stories. The building is shown as a three story structure on Main Street, but has four stories, including a cellar,when viewed from the side. Retractable striped awnings adorn each of the windows facing Main Street. Built in 1867, the carpenter was Leonard Cutler. Two boys are standing in the alley, at the west side. The adjacent building to the right, is the distinctive Goodwin building.Thomas F. Murphy, born in Brookfield, MA, February 22, 1858, was the well known, owner and manager of the hotel. Since 1893, Mr. Murphy has worked in the hotel business, and came to Southbridge in 1904 and purchased the Hotel Columbia."He is the sole owner and has personally managed the htoel, his wide experience and popularity developing a very extensive and lucrative patronage. This hotel has forty rooms and a restaurant for its guests, and is a leading hostelry of Southbridge. Mr. Murphy's genial spirit and cordial manner have made for him countless friends, and he has contrived also to keep the home atmosphere, which is so grateful to the traveling public. He is interested in all local affairs, is a member of the Southbridge Chamber of Commerce and takes a deep interest in all that contributes to the general welfare. He is affiliated with the American Hotel Association, his fraternal connection is with the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, and his clubs are the Southbridge and Quinebaug. For years he has been one of the executive committee of five of the Worcester South Agricultural Society, having charge of the annual fair. He has given a great deal of time and money to the promotion and success of this society. Mr. Murphy attends St. Mary's Roman Catholic Church. Thomas F. Murphy married (first), in 1888, Margaret Blake, who died in 1910, leaving two children: William B., born in July, 1894, who served in teh World War as a second lieutenant in the United States Army; and Helen W., born in 1897, now active as a nurse in New York City. Mr. Murphy married (second), in 1912, Mabel Phelps Whitford, daughter of Warren C. and Josephine Russell (Phelps) Whitford, of Southbridge."(Crane: History of Worcester County Vol 3 p. 330)
- – Historic buildings--New England
- – Architecture--United States--20th century
- – Southbridge (Mass.)--History
- – Southbridge (Mass.)--Pictorial works
- – Historic buildings--Massachusetts--Southbridge
- – Central business districts--Massachusetts--Southbridge
- – pre-1903
- – Is part of the photographic collection of the Jacob Edwards Library, Southbridge, Massachusetts. http://www.jacobedwardslibrary.org
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- – Image from page 39 of the A.H. Pease album #2, dated June 6th, 1903
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Hotel Hamilton Southbridge Massachusetts
description- – Located on the corner of High and Ash streets, in the Globe Village section of Southbridge; the Hamilton Hotel is an imposing building. A three story edifice with a porch. There are three dormer windows in the pitched roof. Two chimney stacks flank the sides of the dormers. A sign with 'hotel' written on it is posted on the porch. Stone steps lead to the main entrance from the raised sidewalk. A water hydrant is situated oat the driveway entrance. Other smaller buildings,set back from the hotel, are shown. Trees frame the structure. A sign 'Ash Street' is attached to a fence opposite the hotel. In 1902, William E. Hardenber was the proprietor. Globe Village takes its name from the Globe Manufacturing Co., the predecessor of the Hamilton Woolen Co. An unsuccessful attempt was made to separate the center of Southbridge from the Globe Village section of town, in 1856.
- – Historic buildings--New England
- – Architecture--United States--20th century
- – Southbridge (Mass.)--History
- – Hotels--Southbridge (Mass.)
- – Southbridge (Mass.)--Pictorial works
- – Historic buildings--Massachusetts--Southbridge
- – Central business districts--Massachusetts--Southbridge
- – pre-1903
- – Is part of the photographic collection of the Jacob Edwards Library, Southbridge, Massachusetts. http://www.jacobedwardslibrary.org
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- – Image from page 40 of the A.H. Pease album #2, dated June 6th, 1903
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Tiffany Leonary House Elm Street Southbridge Massachusetts
description- – Built between 1830 and 1840, this Greek Revival style brick house is located on Elm Street in the Centre Village. The house was built by Bela Tiffany,"a wealthy New Yorker who first came to Southbridge riding magnificently in a coach-and-four in search of health and, caught by the charm of the town, remained to become a leading citizen. According to tradition his home was specifically designed to fit his valuable carpets of which he was very proud."(from the Southbridge News, Saturday, June 11, 1938). Manning Leonard lived in this house as well. He was active in the business community, involved with Central Manufacturing among other initiatives, who retired due to ill health but went on to be involved in the civic events and was a member of the library committee. The temple front and the tall narrow proportions are the outstanding features of this building. A rear wing was added later. Current home to Stonebridge Press where the Southbridge Evening News is published.
- – Southbridge (Mass.)--Pictorial works.
- – Architecture--United States--19th century
- – Historic buildings--New England
- – Southbridge (Mass.)--History
- – Historic buildings--Massachusetts--Southbridge
- – Central business districts--Massachusetts--Southbridge
- – pre-1903
- – Is part of the photographic collection of the Jacob Edwards Library, Southbridge, Massachusetts. http://www.jacobedwardslibrary.org
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- – Image from page 45 of the A.H. Pease album #2
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Channing Wells Residence Southbridge Massachusetts
description- – Depicted is an imposing residence with four large fluted columns in the front of the building. Two chimney stacks are featured as well. Beautifully landscaped with park-like features. Originally built by Moses Plimpton (born in 1795) was a leading citizen and historian in the community. Among his credits, is that he built and operated the Columbian Cotton Factory. Later Channing Wells one of the American Optical owners lived in the house with his family. Former home to the BPO Elks Club, in the 1950s and on. Since 2003,the Southbridge Credit Union have owned this property. After conversion to an office style, the building has been occupied since 2006.
- – Southbridge (Mass.)--Pictorial works.
- – Architecture--United States--19th century
- – Historic buildings--New England
- – Southbridge (Mass.)--History
- – Historic buildings--Massachusetts--Southbridge
- – Central business districts--Massachusetts--Southbridge
- – pre-1903
- – Is part of the photographic collection of the Jacob Edwards Library, Southbridge, Massachusetts. http://www.jacobedwardslibrary.org
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- – Image from page 46 of the A.H. Pease album #2
- – 42 degrees 04' N72 degrees 02' W
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