Monday, October 16, 2023

Masonic Temple Dedicated, A Summer Drive, Road Rage 1911, A Steam Car, Halloween in Bruce Park & More!

 

Dedicated a century ago, October, 1923, as a Masonic temple. 


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Welcome to the 17th of October 2023 show.  

A century ago this month, the building on Havemeyer Place that was constructed as a Masonic temple was dedicated. 



Ezekiel Lemondale (also known as Judge Frederick A. Hubbard) and his friend "Mr. Parker" went for a drive south of the Post Road (East Putnam Avenue), describing "a six-mile ride over a shady, rustic and historic road, and tells who lives along the way." Read the text here. 


We occasionally hear the term "road rage" used, thinking that such incidents are of recent nature. You'll hear about a "motoring incident" in 1911. 


That same year, a unique steam-powered car arrived in Greenwich that furnished power -and roasted peanuts. 


We're two weeks away from Halloween. You'll hear about a special party held in 1928 for girls in Bruce Park. 




In 1906, the Greenwich Police Department was founded. We're pleased to take our listeners back in time on Crimes and Misdemeanors, a segment of the show chronicling crime and law enforcement. 




There’s lots to see, to do, and to learn about the history of the Town of Greenwich.


You’ve come to the right place to learn about the history of the Town of Greenwich, Connecticut, one of America's most interesting and extraordinary communities.  


We’ll have all this -and more- as our history continues to unfold. 




I'm Jeffrey Bingham Mead, your host. Thank you for listening to the weekly podcast released on Tuesdays. 


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