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Mysterious Death of South Reading Soldier

Mystery fans! Here’s a historic mystery to read about. The case of the 1863 Civil War murder of Captain Thomas McKay of South Reading (now Wakefield). Read on…  http://www.people.virginia.edu/~mmd5f/mckay.html

January 5, 2017 in Uncategorized.

The Curious Castle in Greenwood

One of the most curious structures to be built in Greenwood was what appeared to be a medieval castle. Although the castle has since been demolished, it still lives on in the memories of many. This is the story of “Castle Clare.”

January 4, 2017 in Greenwood, History of Wakefield, MA.

Good for what ailed you! Dr. Richardson’s Bitters

A philanthropist as well as a physician, Solon O. Richardson was also a savvy businessman, with a product that was much in demand. Read on to discover why!

January 4, 2017 in History of Wakefield, MA, South Reading, Wakefield businesses.

Fascinating 1840 Broadside “South Reading”

Some things will have to speak for themselves.  This broadside, printed in 1840, was found in the archives of the Library of Congress.  Probably written by Lilley Eaton, no other information is presently known about this broadside.  But we’re on the hunt… Its description of two churches and the pond that rivals Nahant in its…

January 2, 2017 in History of Wakefield, MA, South Reading, Wakefield Schools.

Wakefield Park

Discover the history of ‘Wakefield Park,’ one of the earliest upscale real estate developments (called a ‘garden suburb’) in the Boston area.

January 1, 2017 in History of Wakefield, MA, Wakefield Park.

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