Southbridge Collection

description - Woman in graceful motion in the foreground, possibly participating in a ball game. During the three-day centennial celebrations in Southbridge, there were two ball games scheduled, one at 3.15 p.m., on July 3rd - American Optical vs. Marlboro and… subject - Southbridge (Mass.)--Centennial celebrations; Southbridge--Pictorial works; Social life and customs--Massachusetts--Southbridge relation - Is part of the photographic collection of the Jacob Edwards Library, Southbridge, Massachusetts. http://www.jacobedwardslibrary.org
Identifier - 3813600234789 http://dlib.cwmars.org/u?/southbridge,118

description - A young union soldier from the civil war shown in full uniform, including gun and canteen. He is shown in a garden, standing in the grass in front of a tree. Southbridge's population at the beginning of the civil war was approximately 3,700… subject - Soldiers--United States--History--19th century; United States. Army--Uniform; United States. Army--History--Civil War, 1861-1865; Southbridge--Pictorial works; Social life and customs--Massachusetts--Southbridge relation - Is part of the photographic collection of the Jacob Edwards Library, Southbridge, Massachusetts. http://www.jacobedwardslibrary.org
Identifier - 3813600234771
http://dlib.cwmars.org/u?/southbridge,117

description - Southbridge during the celebration of the 100th anniversary of the incorporation of Southbridge, a three-day celebration, held on July 2, 3 and 4, 1916. The musicians are seated on a horse drawn wagon, with hay and canvas. A trombone and drum are… subject - Parades--Pictorial works; Southbridge--Pictorial works; Social life and customs--Massachusetts--Southbridge; Horse-drawn vehicles--Pictorial works; Musical instruments--Pictorial works; Historic buildings--Massachusetts--Southbridge; Historic… relation - Is part of the photographic collection of the Jacob Edwards Library, Southbridge, Massachusetts. http://www.jacobedwardslibrary.org
Identifier - 3813600234763 http://dlib.cwmars.org/u?/southbridge,116

description - Aerial view of Main Street Southbridge during the celebration of the 100th anniversary of the incorporation of Southbridge, a three-day celebration, held on July 2, 3 and 4, 1916. The President of the Executive Committee was Hon. Calvin D. Paige. … subject - Parades--Pictorial works; Southbridge--Pictorial works; Social life and customs--Massachusetts--Southbridge; Historic buildings--Massachusetts--Southbridge; Horses; Horse-drawn vehicles--Pictorial works; Historic buildings--New England;… relation - Is part of the photographic collection of the Jacob Edwards Library, Southbridge, Massachusetts. http://www.jacobedwardslibrary.org
Identifier - 3813600234755 http://dlib.cwmars.org/u?/southbridge,115

description - In celebration of the 100th anniversary of the incorporation of Southbridge, a three-day celebration was held - July 2, 3 and 4, 1916. The President of the Executive Committee was Hon. Calvin D. Paige. The dedication of Notre Dame Church was the… subject - Parades--Pictorial works; Southbridge--Pictorial works; Social life and customs--Massachusetts--Southbridge; Historic buildings--Massachusetts--Southbridge; Historic buildings--New England; Architecture--United States--19th century; Horses;… relation - Is part of the photographic collection of the Jacob Edwards Library, Southbridge, Massachusetts. http://www.jacobedwardslibrary.org
Identifier - 3813600234748 http://dlib.cwmars.org/u?/southbridge,114

description - Three members of the Girls Club shown on horseback during the 1916 celebration in Southbridge. Other members of the organization are walking behind the horses in the parade. Striped hats and tunics are worn over a long skirt and white shoes. … subject - Girls Club; Social clubs--Massachusetts--Southbridge; Southbridge (Mass.)--History; Horses; Horses--Pictorial works; Southbridge (Mass.)--Pictorial works relation - Is part of the photographic collection of the Jacob Edwards Library, Southbridge, Massachusetts. http://www.jacobedwardslibrary.org
Identifier - 38136000234730 http://dlib.cwmars.org/u?/southbridge,113

description - Southbridge en fete in 1916, celebrating the centennial of its incorporation. Nine ladies are shown on a float sitting under a wooden structure with columns. The women whose hair is wrapped with ribbon, are wearing long robes without sleeves,… subject - Southbridge (Mass.)--History; Southbridge (Mass.)--Pictorial works; Parades--Massachusetts--Southbridge;Southbridge Woman's Club (Southbridge, Mass.)--History; Women--Massachusetts--Southbridge (Mass.); Social Clubs--Massachusetts--Southbridge
relation - Is part of the photographic collection of the Jacob Edwards Library, Southbridge, Massachusetts. http://www.jacobedwardslibrary.org
Identifier - 38136000234722 http://dlib.cwmars.org/u?/southbridge,112

description - Residence of Aaron H. Pease (d. 1948), at Sayles Street extension. View of the side and front of the house is given. This house later became the home of George Dumas. Two story dwelling with an elegant porch attractively covered with creeper.… subject - Southbridge (Mass.)--History; Historic buildings--Massachusetts--Southbridge; Historic buildings--New England; Architecture--United States--19th century; Southbridge (Mass.)--Pictorial works relation - Is part of the photographic collection of the Jacob Edwards Library Archives, Southbridge, Massachusetts. http://www.jacobedwardslibrary.org Identifier - 38136000234714 http://dlib.cwmars.org/u?/southbridge,111

description - The home of Albert Bacheller (A.B.)Wells (1872-1953),and Ethel Burnham (1876-1949), at 176 Main Street, Southbridge, Massachusetts. The house was designed by renowned architect Daniel H. Burnham, of Evanston, Illinois whose daughter Ethel, married… subject - Southbridge (Mass.)--History; Historic buildings--Massachusetts--Southbridge; Historic buildings--New England; Central business districts--Massachusetts--Southbridge; Architecture--United States--20th century; Southbridge (Mass.)--Pictorial works;… relation - Is part of the photographic collection of the Jacob Edwards Library Archives, Southbridge, Massachusetts. http://www.jacobedwardslibrary.org Identifier - 38136000234706 http://dlib.cwmars.org/u?/southbridge,110

description - On the north side of Main Street the residences of George Washington Wells, founder of American Optical; and his son Joel Cheney (J.C.) Wells are shown. Interesting architectural details such as balconies, porches, dormer windows are in evidence. A… subject - Southbridge (Mass.)--History; Historic buildings--Massachusetts--Southbridge; Historic buildings--New England; Massachusetts--Southbridge; Architecture--United States--19th century; Southbridge (Mass.)--Pictorial works. relation - Is part of the photographic collection of the Jacob Edwards Library, Southbridge, Massachusetts. http://www.jacobedwardslibrary.org
Identifier - 38136000234698 http://dlib.cwmars.org/u?/southbridge,109

description - An attractive two story house with porch and bay windows, adjacent to a barn. Extensive lawn with an outcropping of ledge. Curious peaked structure to the right. According to the information provided with the image, this house is located on corner… subject - Southbridge (Mass.)--History; Historic buildings--Massachusetts--Southbridge; Historic buildings--New England; Architecture--United States--19th century; Southbridge (Mass.)--Pictorial works. relation - Is part of the photographic collection of the Jacob Edwards Library, Southbridge, Massachusetts. http://www.jacobedwardslibrary.org
Identifier - 38136000234680 http://dlib.cwmars.org/u?/southbridge,108

description - Imposing three story residence with carriage house, on the corner of Main and Everett streets, in Southbridge. Second Empire is the style, with embellished porches on the west and north facing sides, double-leaved doors, elaborate window moldings and… subject - Southbridge (Mass.)--History; Historic buildings--Massachusetts--Southbridge; Historic buildings--New England; Central business districts--Massachusetts--Southbridge; Architecture--United States--19th century; Southbridge (Mass.)--Pictorial works. relation - Is part of the photographic collection of the Jacob Edwards Library, Southbridge, Massachusetts. http://www.jacobedwardslibrary.org
Identifier - 38136000234672 http://dlib.cwmars.org/u?/southbridge,107

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… subject - Southbridge (Mass.)--History; Historic buildings--Massachusetts--Southbridge; Historic buildings--New England; Central business districts--Massachusetts--Southbridge; Architecture--United States--19th century; Southbridge (Mass.)--Pictorial works. relation - Is part of the photographic collection of the Jacob Edwards Library, Southbridge, Massachusetts. http://www.jacobedwardslibrary.org
Identifier - 38136000234664 http://dlib.cwmars.org/u?/southbridge,106

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… subject - Southbridge (Mass.)--History; Historic buildings--Massachusetts--Southbridge; Historic buildings--New England; Central business districts--Massachusetts--Southbridge; Architecture--United States--19th century; Southbridge (Mass.)--Pictorial works. relation - Is part of the photographic collection of the Jacob Edwards Library, Southbridge, Massachusetts. http://www.jacobedwardslibrary.org
Identifier - 38136000234656
http://dlib.cwmars.org/u?/southbridge,105

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… subject - Southbridge (Mass.)--History; Historic buildings--Massachusetts--Southbridge; Historic buildings--New England; Central business districts--Massachusetts--Southbridge; Architecture--United States--20th century; Southbridge (Mass.)--Pictorial works;… relation - Is part of the photographic collection of the Jacob Edwards Library, Southbridge, Massachusetts. http://www.jacobedwardslibrary.org
Identifier - 38136000234649 http://dlib.cwmars.org/u?/southbridge,104

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.… subject - Southbridge (Mass.)--History; Historic buildings--Massachusetts--Southbridge; Historic buildings--New England; Central business districts--Massachusetts--Southbridge; Architecture--United States--20th century; Southbridge (Mass.)--Pictorial works relation - Is part of the photographic collection of the Jacob Edwards Library, Southbridge, Massachusetts. http://www.jacobedwardslibrary.org Identifier - 38136000234631 http://dlib.cwmars.org/u?/southbridge,103

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… subject - Southbridge (Mass.)--History; Historic buildings--Massachusetts--Southbridge; Historic buildings--New England; Central business districts--Massachusetts--Southbridge; Architecture--United States--19th century; Southbridge (Mass.)--Pictorial works;… relation - Is part of the photographic collection of the Jacob Edwards Library, Southbridge, Massachusetts. http://www.jacobedwardslibrary.org
Identifier - 38136000234623 http://dlib.cwmars.org/u?/southbridge,102

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.… subject - Southbridge (Mass.)--History; Historic buildings--Massachusetts--Southbridge; Historic buildings--New England; Central business districts--Massachusetts--Southbridge; Architecture--United States--20th century; Southbridge (Mass.)--Pictorial works relation - Is part of the photographic collection of the Jacob Edwards Library, Southbridge, Massachusetts. http://www.jacobedwardslibrary.org
Identifier - 38136000234615 http://dlib.cwmars.org/u?/southbridge,101

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… subject - Southbridge (Mass.)--History; Historic buildings--Massachusetts--Southbridge; Historic buildings--New England; Central business districts--Massachusetts--Southbridge; Architecture--United States--20th century; Southbridge (Mass.)—Pictorial works relation - Is part of the photographic collection of the Jacob Edwards Library, Southbridge, Massachusetts. http://www.jacobedwardslibrary.org
Identifier - 38136000234607 http://dlib.cwmars.org/u?/southbridge,100

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… subject - Southbridge (Mass.)--History; Historic buildings--Massachusetts--Southbridge; Historic buildings--New England; Central business districts--Massachusetts--Southbridge; Architecture--United States--19th century; Horse-drawn vehicles; Trolley… relation - Is part of the photographic collection of the Jacob Edwards Library, Southbridge, Massachusetts. http://www.jacobedwardslibrary.org Identifier - 38136000234599 http://dlib.cwmars.org/u?/southbridge,99