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If you were in Peabody on July 30th, 1903, you could have been one of the 3,000 spectators at the dedication of Wilson Square. This week in the postcard, we talk about the evolution of this corner of Peabody. European settlement of the Wilson Square area began in the...
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This week, we are delving into the history of the Salem Country Club, which strangely enough is located in Peabody. While it may be too hot to enjoy a round this week, golf is a beloved summertime activity for many. In 1895, a group of 12 men from Salem started the...
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We are delighted so many of you enjoyed our first part of the Peabody’s Park series. This week, we will delve into the history of Marrs and Corbeil Parks. Much like our First Lady Friday series, we will be popping back over the course of this year to cover all of...
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Summer is officially here. Whether you are sliding into it or crawling towards it, it is time to celebrate better weather and spending time outdoors. This week, we are starting a series on Peabody’s parks and the history behind them. Emerson Park Emerson...
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On May 14, 1964, around 10:30am, the Gnecco and Grilk Tanning Company at 27 Howley Street exploded. It was a 6-story frame building. Fire departments from 10 local communities aided in putting out the fire, which burned for hours. By noon, the roof had collapsed....
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This week on the blog, we talk about the history of tea. The first cup of tea is often to attributed to Chinese Emperor Shennong in 2737 BCE. He encouraged his subjects to boil their water before drinking, and it is said that a leaf fell into his cup. He enjoyed the...
