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History of Wakefield, MA

Anniversary Thinking …

Settled in 1639, established as the town of Redding in 1644, re-established as the new town of South Reading in 1812, the town changed its name in 1868. All anniversaries, but which is most significant?

April 28, 2017 in Cyrus Wakefield, establishment date, History of Wakefield, MA, South Reading, the historic town of Redding, Massachusetts, town anniversary, Uncategorized.

General John Rogers Galvin

Wakefield Native rose to
Supreme Allied Commander, NATO

January 21, 2017 in historic persons, History of Wakefield, MA.

Harvard Knitting Mills

The single largest employer in Wakefield during the first third of the twentieth century, the Harvard Knitting Mill at one time employed 20% of the mill workers in New England.  Thought to be the first company to institute an employee profit sharing plan while still paying generous wages and also providing free medical services for…

January 18, 2017 in historic persons, History of Wakefield, MA, Wakefield businesses.

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.

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