Top of tomahawk - A rock that is laying on top of a table
This top of a tomahawk was found buried in the yard at 108 West Main Street, which had been the Blue Anchor Tavern, reminding the current residents that there had been several raids in the area in the 1700s. Cy... More
Merriam family deed for land in Grafton
A land deed in Grafton for the Merriams, who were the family of David Nourse's great great great grandfather's wife. Hazel Nourse brought this to the 2017 scanning day. Courtesy of Westborough Public Library
Merriam family deed for land in Grafton
This documents David and Abigail Baldwin of Watertown's sale of 50 acres of land in Grafton to Joseph Meriam. Hazel Nourse brought this to the 2017 scanning day. Courtesy of Westborough Public Library
Provenance and title page of the Congregational Church's copy of the "...
One of three volumes owned by Ebenezer Parkman now owned by the Church. It shows the provenance from him to his son, Breck Parkman, to Charles Kittredge, pastor, who gave it to the Church in 1885. Tom Morgan br... More
Legal agreement between Joseph Meriam and Ebenezer Wheeler
This document clarifies the property lines shared by Joseph Meriam and Ebenezer Wheeler. Hazel Nourse brought this to the 2017 scanning day. Courtesy of Westborough Public Library
Merriam family deed for land in Grafton
A land deed in Grafton for the Merriams, who were the family of David Nourse's great great great grandfather's wife. Hazel Nourse brought this to the 2017 scanning day. Courtesy of Westborough Public Library
Ebenezer Parkman family genealogy
The family genealogy for Ebenezer Parkman written in the family bible. Charles Parkman's name is pinned in; he was a son of Ebenezer. The title page is missing so the publication information for the bible is no... More
Ebenezer Parkman family genealogy
The family genealogy for Ebenezer Parkman written in the family bible. Charles Parkman's name is pinned in; he was a son of Ebenezer. The title page is missing so the publication information for the bible is no... More
Ebenezer Parkman family genealogy
The family genealogy for Ebenezer Parkman written in the family bible. Charles Parkman's name is pinned in; he was a son of Ebenezer. The title page is missing so the publication information for the bible is no... More
Merriam family deed for land in Grafton
Timothy Meriam gave a portion of his land to Timothy Meriam, Jr. "in consideration of Love and affection and fifteen hundred dollars." Hazel Nourse brought this to the 2017 scanning day. Courtesy of Westborough... More
Military discharge paper for John W. Bowman
Military discharge paper for John W. Bowman, a citizen of Westborough who served as a Lieutenant in the G.A.R. His tenth generation grandson, Gary Bowman, brought it to the 2017 scanning day. Courtesy of Westbo... More
Military furlough paper for John W. Bowman
Document granting John W. Bowman, a citizen of Westborough who was a Lieutenant in the G.A.R., a fifteen day furlough. His tenth generation grandson, Gary Bowman, brought it to the 2017 scanning day. Courtesy o... More
Grand Army of the Republic (G.A.R.) Service Medal
This service medal was awarded to Lieutenant John W. Bowman of Westborough. His tenth generation grandson, Gary Bowman, brought it to the 2017 scanning day. Courtesy of Westborough Public Library
Perrin Farm, 67 Ruggles Street - Public domain old map
A survey map of 67 Ruggles Street, back when it was the Perrin Tree Farm. Carrie Brown, who lives there now, brought this to the 2017 scanning day. Courtesy of Westborough Public Library
Young women at Revere Studios in Boston
A tattered mounted photograph of two young women taken at Revere Studios in Boston. It was found in the attic of 56 Bowman Street in Westborough and brought to the 2017 scanning day by Marybeth McGrath. Courtes... More
"Map of Westborough, Mass" - Public domain old map
A map of Westborough "compiled from records and personal surveys by O. W. Walker." Hazel Nourse brought this to the 2017 scanning day. Courtesy of Westborough Public Library
Dr. John H. Hero sitting in front of the Nathan Fisher House
Dr. J. H. Hero practiced medicine out of the Nathan Fisher House. David Hero, the great, great grandson of Dr. Hero, brought this to the 2017 scanning day. Courtesy of Westborough Public Library
Dr. Hero's cough syrup label
Dr. J. H. Hero practiced medicine out of the Nathan Fisher House and his cough syrup was produced in Westborough, Massachusetts. David Hero, the great, great grandson of Dr. Hero, brought this to the 2017 scann... More
"Dr. J. H. Hero's Compound Extract Erythroxylon Coca"
Dr. J. H. Hero practiced medicine out of the Nathan Fisher House in Westborough, Massachusetts. Here he promises a "New and most wonderful remedy" that is a "powerful nerve stimulant." David Hero, the great, gr... More
Map of part of the town of Northborough
Plate five from an atlas. Shelby Marshall bought this from a man who had acquired it at an estate sale in Maine and she brought it to the 2017 scanning day. Courtesy of Westborough Public Library
Dr. John H. Hero. New England, 19th century
Cabinet photograph of Dr. John H. Hero, taken at the North studio in Westboro. His great great grandson, David Hero, brought this to the 2017 scanning day. Courtesy of Westborough Public Library
Map of the towns of Northborough, Westborough, Southborough, and Shrew...
Plate three from an atlas depicting the towns of Northborough, Westborough, Southborough, and Shrewsbury. Shelby Marshall bought this from a man who had acquired it at an estate sale in Maine and brought it to ... More
P. H. Perrin Westboro Nursery receipt
A blank receipt for a large nursery operation off Ruggles Street, noting "Street trees a specialty." It was found in the possession of Alberta Perrin, the granddaughter of P. H. Perrin, who lived at 1 Denny Str... More
"Dr. Hero's Office" sign
Dr. J. H. Hero practiced medicine out of the Nathan Fisher House. David Hero, the great, great grandson of Dr. Hero, brought this to the 2017 scanning day. Courtesy of Westborough Public Library
Map of the towns of Southborough, Southville, Cordville, and Westborou...
Plate four from an atlas of Worcester County depicting the towns of Southborough, Southville, Cordville, and Westborough. Shelby Marshall bought this from a man who had acquired it at an estate sale in Maine an... More
"Willow Park Water Cure and Hygienic Institute" circular
Dr. J. H. Hero practiced medicine out of the Nathan Fisher House. David Hero, the great, great grandson of Dr. Hero, brought this to the 2017 scanning day. Courtesy of Westborough Public Library
Dr. Hero flyer - A black and white poster of a man with a beard
Dr. J. H. Hero practiced medicine out of the Nathan Fisher House in Westborough, Massachusetts. David Hero, the great, great grandson of Dr. Hero, brought this to the 2017 scanning day. Courtesy of Westborough ... More
P. H. Perrin Westboro Nursery receipt
A blank receipt for a large nursery operation off Ruggles Street. It was found in the possession of Alberta Perrin, the granddaughter of P. H. Perrin, who lived at 1 Denny Street. Marjorie and Herv Peairs, whos... More
Dr. Hero printed letter
Dr. J. H. Hero practiced medicine out of the Nathan Fisher House in Westborough, Massachusetts. This is a printed letter to a merchant in Connecticut that gives a lovely overview of his business. David Hero, th... More
Butler Wilmarth Hero - Public domain portrait photograph
Mounted photograph of Westborough postmaster Butler Wilmarth Hero, taken at the Chamberlain studio in town. His great grandson, David Hero, brought this to the 2017 scanning day. Courtesy of Westborough Public Library
Perrin Farm, 67 Ruggles Street. New England, 19th century
A photograph of the house and barn that used to be at 67 Ruggles Street, back when it was the Perrin Tree Farm. Carrie Brown, who lives on the property now, brought this to the 2017 scanning day.
John Boyle O'Reilly memorial plaque
This plaque describes the life of John Boyle O'Reilly, a poet, patriot, and prominent Catholic in 1880s Boston, for whom the Westborough Council of the Knights of Columbus (Number 85) was named. Courtesy of Wes... More
Perrin Farm, 67 Ruggles Street. New England, 19th century
A photograph of the house that used to be at 67 Ruggles Street, back when it was the Perrin Tree Farm. Carrie Brown, who lives on the property now, brought this to the 2017 scanning day. Courtesy of Westborough... More
Perrin Farm, 67 Ruggles Street. New England, 19th century
A photograph of the back of the house and barn that used to be at 67 Ruggles Street, back when it was the Perrin Tree Farm. Carrie Brown, who lives on the property now, brought this to the 2017 scanning day. Co... More
Plans for 87 West Main Street - Drawing. Public domain image.
Original plan for the house at 87 West Main Street, Westborough, Massachusetts, where Forrest and Etta Forbes lived. James Bergeron brought this to the 2017 scanning day. Courtesy of Westborough Public Library
Plans for 87 West Main Street - Drawing. Public domain image.
Original plan for the house at 87 West Main Street, Westborough, Massachusetts, where Forrest and Etta Forbes lived. James Bergeron brought this to the 2017 scanning day. Courtesy of Westborough Public Library
Charter for Council Number 85, Westborough, Massachusetts
This is the founding document for one of the earliest Councils of the Knights of Columbus. As of 2017, the Council was still going strong, with 145 members. Courtesy of Westborough Public Library
Constitutional Roll of Membership: Knights of Columbus
The Knights of Columbus Council No. 85 has been an integral and positive part of Westborough's history for more than 100 years. Among its many contributions of help and charity, it has also provided a meeting p... More
Forbes House, 87 West Main Street
Photograph of the Forbes house at 87 West Main Street in Westborough, also possibly known as the Eastlake building. James Bergeron brought this to the 2017 scanning day. Courtesy of Westborough Public Library
Bicycle shop on South Street. New England, 19th century
A mounted photograph of Lawrence O'Brien, Carl O'Brien (in car), Ida Forbush (who lived in Whipple House), and Gladys O'Brien in and around a car draped with a "Goodrich tires" banner, in front of the bicycle s... More
Portrait of Herbert Damon Berry
A mounted oval studio photograph of Herbert Damon Berry, a lifelong resident of Westborough who was superintendent of an underwear factory. His daughter, Nancy Gage, brought this to the 2017 scanning day. Court... More
Classroom photograph from the Harvey Building
A photograph of students at their desks in a school room in the Harvey Building on Philips Street. Debbie Ledoux, whose grandfather is in the picture, brought this to the 2017 scanning day. Courtesy of Westboro... More
P. H. Perrin Westboro Nursery receipt
A receipt for a large nursery operation off Ruggles Street, billing the Pine Grove Cemetery for three maple trees. It was found in the possession of Alberta Perrin, the granddaughter of P. H. Perrin, who lived ... More
Gravestone of Francis H. Nash and Bridget Nash in St. Luke's Cemetery
Two photographs on a single album page depicting the front and back of the gravestone of Francis H. Nash (1831-1908) and his wife, Bridget Nash (1831-1908). Thomas M., Catherine M, Mary E., and John Nash are al... More
"Songs of America for use in the school and home"
This booklet of patriotic songs was given "with the compliments of E. H. Denham, dry and fancy goods, wall papers and window shades" in Westboro. Cynthia Drisko found it in the wall of her house at 108 West Mai... More
John Henry Hero - Public domain portrait photograph
Studio photograph of John Henry Hero. His grandson, David Hero, brought this to the 2017 scanning day. Courtesy of Westborough Public Library
Eli Whitney School grade three
Class photograph of the third grade of the Eli Whitney School, taken on the front steps. Debbie Ledoux, whose grandfather is in the picture, brought this to the 2017 scanning day. Courtesy of Westborough Public Library
Westborough Water Department Bill
Bill from the Water Department to Hiram O. Berry, whose family has lived in Westborough ever since. His great granddaughter, Nancy Gage, brought the bill to the 2017 scanning day. Courtesy of Westborough Public Library
Local Committee on Public Safety
A certificate declaring Mrs. Arthur M. Nourse of Westboro appointed, by the Governor, a member of the Local Committee on Public Safety. Hazel Nourse brought this to the 2017 scanning day. Courtesy of Westboroug... More
Westborough Recreation Field Day poster
This poster advertises a "Field Day" to be held July 5, 1920. Roberta Perron, Joe Haburay, and Jim Brown are represented. Jim Brown brought this to the 2017 scanning day. Courtesy of Westborough Public Library
Westborough Grand Celebration poster
This poster advertises a "Field Day" to be held July 5, 1920. Roberta Perron, Joe Haburay, and Jim Brown are represented. Jim Brown brought this to the 2017 scanning day. Courtesy of Westborough Public Library
School Street School class picture
Class picture for the School Street School in Westborough Massachusetts for 1920 or 1921. John Linnane, Sally Gibbons, and Larry Ware's father are represented. Tom Linnane brought this to the 2017 scanning day.... More
Newspaper biography of Deacon Josiah Newton
This biography of Deacon Josiah Newton, was written by Charles H. Reed and published in an unknown newspaper. Newton built the house the 89 West Main Street. Jessica Biddle, who now lives there, brought this to... More
Westborough Grammar School Graduates
A photograph of the Westborough Grammar School graduates clipped from the Worcester Sunday Telegram. Herbert Berry is in the photo; his daughter Nancy Gage brought this to the 2017 scanning day. Courtesy of Wes... More
Blue Anchor Tavern, 108 West Main Street
A photograph of the Blue Anchor Tavern at 108 West Main Street. It was then the home of Cynthia Drisko's great grandparents. Cynthia and her husband John live there now and brought this to the 2017 scanning day... More
Westborough High School Class of 1924
A photograph of the Westborough High School Class of 1924, which included Bennett Berry. His Grandniece, Nancy Gage, brought this to the 2017 scanning day. Courtesy of Westborough Public Library
Westborough High School Class of 1926
A photograph of the Westborough High School Class of 1926, which included the grandfather of Debbie Ledoux, who brought this to the 2017 scanning day. Courtesy of Westborough Public Library
High School Diploma of Herbert Damon Berry
The high school diploma of Herbert Damon Berry (5-29-1908-3-28-1988), who was born in Westborough and whose family has lived there ever since. His daughter Nancy Gage brought the diploma to the 2017 scanning da... More
"The Hundredth Town" - An old book with a drawing of a church
Booklet for the tercentenary celebration of Westborough, with the program and names of committee members. Shelby Marshall brought this to the 2017 scanning day. Courtesy of Westborough Public Library
Visitors to attend celebration
A photograph of April Berg, Priscilla Parker Berg, and Ruth Parker Farmer on the porch of the Warren house on Summer Street in Westborough from the Worcester Evening Gazette. All were former residents of Westbo... More
Plumbing permit for Joseph H. Sullivan
Permit from the town of Westboro for Sullivan to install plumbing at Lot 60 Westminster Lane. It was found in the basement rafters at lot 60 (now number 11 Westminster Lane) by Tom Morgan, who brought it to the... More
The Parkman Parsonage
A short pamphlet about the Parkman Parsonage at 11 High Street in Westborough. Karen Henderson, who lives in the Parsonage, brought it to the 2017 scanning day. Courtesy of Westborough Public Library
The Parkman Parsonage
A short pamphlet about the Parkman Parsonage at 11 High Street in Westborough. Karen Henderson, who lives in the Parsonage, brought it to the 2017 scanning day. Courtesy of Westborough Public Library
The Parkman Parsonage
A short pamphlet about the Parkman Parsonage at 11 High Street in Westborough. Karen Henderson, who lives in the Parsonage, brought it to the 2017 scanning day. Courtesy of Westborough Public Library
Inspection certificate for the Evangelical Congregational Church
The certificate was signed by James E. Barry, the building inspector. Tom Morgan brought it to the 2017 scanning day. Courtesy of Westborough Public Library
Letter from Betty Zeiss about 89 West Main Street
A four-page letter from a former resident of Westborough to Joyce, who was then living at the house at 89 West Main Street. She discusses her family and Westborough circa 1900. Jessica Biddle, who lives in the ... More
"Westborough Downtown" postcard
A reproduction of a painting by local artist Gloria Carter of the Arcade Building and Burnside Building on East Main Street, at the rotary. Kris Allen brought this to the 2017 scanning day. Courtesy of Westboro... More
"Ruggles and Charles Sts." postcard
A notecard reproduction of a painting by local artist Gloria Carter of two cottages at the corner of Ruggles Street and Charles Street. Kris Allen brought this to the 2017 scanning day. Courtesy of Westborough ... More
Vaver/Heller moving card postcard
The card announcing the family's new home at 41 Piccadilly Way was created by their realtor, Robbi Rubenstein. The day she photographed Anthony Vaver, Audrey Vaver, Maddy Vaver, and Martha Heller was cold and w... More
Certificate of appreciation for service to Westborough
This certificate of appreciation, signed by the Selectmen of Westborough, was given to Anthony Vaver for his service as a Westborough Library Trustee. Tony brought this to the 2017 scanning day. Courtesy of Wes... More
Merriam family deed for land in Grafton
This documents David and Abigail Baldwin of Watertown's sale of 50 acres of land in Grafton to Joseph Meriam. Hazel Nourse brought this to the 2017 scanning day. Courtesy of Westborough Public Library
Provenance and title page of the Congregational Church's copy of the "...
One of three volumes owned by Ebenezer Parkman now owned by the Church. It shows the provenance from him to his son, Breck Parkman, to Charles Kittredge, pastor, who gave it to the Church in 1885. Tom Morgan br... More
Merriam family deed for land in Grafton
A land deed in Grafton for the Merriams, who were the family of David Nourse's great great great grandfather's wife. Hazel Nourse brought this to the 2017 scanning day. Courtesy of Westborough Public Library
Military discharge paper for John W. Bowman
Military discharge paper for John W. Bowman, a citizen of Westborough who served as a Lieutenant in the G.A.R. His tenth generation grandson, Gary Bowman, brought it to the 2017 scanning day. Courtesy of Westbo... More
Military furlough paper for John W. Bowman
Document granting John W. Bowman, a citizen of Westborough who was a Lieutenant in the G.A.R., a fifteen day furlough. His tenth generation grandson, Gary Bowman, brought it to the 2017 scanning day. Courtesy o... More
Bicycle shop on South Street. New England, 19th century
A mounted photograph of Lawrence O'Brien, Carl O'Brien (in car), Ida Forbush (who lived in Whipple House), and Gladys O'Brien in and around a car draped with a "Goodrich tires" banner, in front of the bicycle s... More
Constitutional Roll of Membership: Knights of Columbus
The Knights of Columbus Council No. 85 has been an integral and positive part of Westborough's history for more than 100 years. Among its many contributions of help and charity, it has also provided a meeting p... More
"Songs of America for use in the school and home"
This booklet of patriotic songs was given "with the compliments of E. H. Denham, dry and fancy goods, wall papers and window shades" in Westboro. Cynthia Drisko found it in the wall of her house at 108 West Mai... More
"The Hundredth Town" - A book opened to show a list of events
Booklet for the tercentenary celebration of Westborough, with the program and names of committee members. Shelby Marshall brought this to the 2017 scanning day. Courtesy of Westborough Public Library
Letter from Betty Zeiss about 89 West Main Street
A four-page letter from a former resident of Westborough to Joyce, who was then living at the house at 89 West Main Street. She discusses her family and Westborough circa 1900. Jessica Biddle, who lives in the ... More
"Westborough Downtown" postcard
A reproduction of a painting by local artist Gloria Carter of the Arcade Building and Burnside Building on East Main Street, at the rotary. Kris Allen brought this to the 2017 scanning day. Courtesy of Westboro... More
Provenance and title page of the Congregational Church's copy of the "...
One of three volumes owned by Ebenezer Parkman now owned by the Church. It shows the provenance from him to his son, Breck Parkman, to Charles Kittredge, pastor, who gave it to the Church in 1885. Tom Morgan br... More
Constitutional Roll of Membership: Knights of Columbus
The Knights of Columbus Council No. 85 has been an integral and positive part of Westborough's history for more than 100 years. Among its many contributions of help and charity, it has also provided a meeting p... More
Letter from Betty Zeiss about 89 West Main Street
A four-page letter from a former resident of Westborough to Joyce, who was then living at the house at 89 West Main Street. She discusses her family and Westborough circa 1900. Jessica Biddle, who lives in the ... More
100th Anniversary, 1894-1994, John Boyle O'Reilly Council #85 Knights ...
This booklet highlights the leadership, membership, and the good works of the John Boyle O'Reilly Council No. 85 Knights of Columbus here in Westborough throughout its 100-year history. It is important as a way... More
Provenance and title page of the Congregational Church's copy of the "...
One of three volumes owned by Ebenezer Parkman now owned by the Church. It shows the provenance from him to his son, Breck Parkman, to Charles Kittredge, pastor, who gave it to the Church in 1885. Tom Morgan br... More
Constitutional Roll of Membership: Knights of Columbus
The Knights of Columbus Council No. 85 has been an integral and positive part of Westborough's history for more than 100 years. Among its many contributions of help and charity, it has also provided a meeting p... More
Letter from Betty Zeiss about 89 West Main Street
A four-page letter from a former resident of Westborough to Joyce, who was then living at the house at 89 West Main Street. She discusses her family and Westborough circa 1900. Jessica Biddle, who lives in the ... More
Provenance and title page of the Congregational Church's copy of the "...
One of three volumes owned by Ebenezer Parkman now owned by the Church. It shows the provenance from him to his son, Breck Parkman, to Charles Kittredge, pastor, who gave it to the Church in 1885. Tom Morgan br... More
Constitutional Roll of Membership: Knights of Columbus
The Knights of Columbus Council No. 85 has been an integral and positive part of Westborough's history for more than 100 years. Among its many contributions of help and charity, it has also provided a meeting p... More
Provenance and title page of the Congregational Church's copy of the "...
One of three volumes owned by Ebenezer Parkman now owned by the Church. It shows the provenance from him to his son, Breck Parkman, to Charles Kittredge, pastor, who gave it to the Church in 1885. Tom Morgan br... More
Constitutional Roll of Membership: Knights of Columbus
The Knights of Columbus Council No. 85 has been an integral and positive part of Westborough's history for more than 100 years. Among its many contributions of help and charity, it has also provided a meeting p... More
100th Anniversary, 1894-1994, John Boyle O'Reilly Council #85 Knights ...
This booklet highlights the leadership, membership, and the good works of the John Boyle O'Reilly Council No. 85 Knights of Columbus here in Westborough throughout its 100-year history. It is important as a way... More
Constitutional Roll of Membership: Knights of Columbus
The Knights of Columbus Council No. 85 has been an integral and positive part of Westborough's history for more than 100 years. Among its many contributions of help and charity, it has also provided a meeting p... More
Constitutional Roll of Membership: Knights of Columbus
The Knights of Columbus Council No. 85 has been an integral and positive part of Westborough's history for more than 100 years. Among its many contributions of help and charity, it has also provided a meeting p... More
Constitutional Roll of Membership: Knights of Columbus
The Knights of Columbus Council No. 85 has been an integral and positive part of Westborough's history for more than 100 years. Among its many contributions of help and charity, it has also provided a meeting p... More
Constitutional Roll of Membership: Knights of Columbus
The Knights of Columbus Council No. 85 has been an integral and positive part of Westborough's history for more than 100 years. Among its many contributions of help and charity, it has also provided a meeting p... More
Constitutional Roll of Membership: Knights of Columbus
The Knights of Columbus Council No. 85 has been an integral and positive part of Westborough's history for more than 100 years. Among its many contributions of help and charity, it has also provided a meeting p... More
Constitutional Roll of Membership: Knights of Columbus
The Knights of Columbus Council No. 85 has been an integral and positive part of Westborough's history for more than 100 years. Among its many contributions of help and charity, it has also provided a meeting p... More
Constitutional Roll of Membership: Knights of Columbus
The Knights of Columbus Council No. 85 has been an integral and positive part of Westborough's history for more than 100 years. Among its many contributions of help and charity, it has also provided a meeting p... More