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Funeral Sermon delivered by Joseph Lathrop on January 28, 1802 at the interment of Rev. Noah Atwater.

Correspondence from Justin Ely to General William Shepard concerning matters in Westfield, Massachusetts and throughout Pioneer Valley, dated January 6, 1802.

Correspondence from Justin Ely to General William Shepard concerning matters in Westfield, Massachusetts, throughout Pioneer Valley, and the death of George Washington, dated December 30, 1799.

Correspondence from Joshua Danforth to General William Shepard concerning military matters including the formation of regiments and brigades throughout Massachusetts. Correspondence dated June 16, 1788.

Daybook of Jared Noble concerning the construction of fanning mill in Westfield between 1797 - 1809.

Early accounts indicate that Indians were familiar with places often hundreds of miles distant and that they traveled over the same route in coming and going. Indians habitually marched in single file so trails rarely exceed 18 inched in width and…

Map of Native American lands and landmarks within Westfield, Massachusetts.

Land deeds related to Westfield that were negotiated with the local Native Americans.

Land deeds related to Westfield that were negotiated with the local Native Americans.

Historical Map of Westfield from Westfield's Quarter Millennial Anniversary Official Souvenir 1919. The map contains early historical landmarks and residences.