Publication - Book, 'Aunt Teeks in Memory Land,' (Vol. III) by Alice C. Steele

2007a-002

Publication - Book, 'Aunt Teeks in Memory Land,' (Vol. III) by Alice C. Steele

Faded green, soft-cover book, stapled together, Vol. III, February 1962, Published by: The Progressive Club, Windsor, Mass, 500 copies, $1.50, first printing. Foreword: 'This volume is a continuation of the work in Volume II (see 2007a-001, 2007a-003) and a personal invitation to my readers to journey on with me through the rural sections of Eastern Massachusetts during the 19th century and meet the Old New England Yankees as they worked, played and struggled with their crude, home made implements and iron will to forge this rugged and beloved section of Massachusetts into what it is today. It was my desire to pass on to others the pleasures I found in searching old records, attic paper piles, family traditions or anything pertaining to our past which has made these volumes and 'Steeles Tiny Old New England' possible. My debt of gratitude to friends, acquaintances and even strangers grows daily as they unsparingly contribute time and material to my efforts and again I wish to express my deep appreciation.' Chapters: New England Shoemaker; Hilltown Peddlars of the Nineteenth Century; Livery Stables; The Good Old Days; Housecleaning in Grandmother's Time; Cummington's Masonic Hall; Blacksmith Shops; Circuit Riders; Donation Parties; The Country Doctor; Sports and Recreation; Going to a Magic Lantern Show.

Book

21.6 x 27.9 cm (8.5 x 11 in)

1962-02

2008-04-06

Box 30a

2007-02-10

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