Monthly Archives: June 2011

Dorchester Illustration of the Day no. 1578   The Dorchester Historical Society unveiled its new book at Dorchester Descendants weekend.  Those who start Christmas shopping early, should consider multiple copies.  It is available as a gift premium in exchange for … Continue reading →

Dorchester Illustration of the Day no. 1577   Scan of Christmas card created by Karen MacNutt 2008 showing Neponset Village Meeting House 1888, First Baptist Society in Dorchester.  The First Baptist Church, now located at the corner of Ashmont and … Continue reading →

Dorchester Illustration of the Day no. 1576   Photographs of the Dorchester Descendants taken by Jeff Gonyeau can be viewed at http://www.flickr.com/photos/ermmwwt/sets/72157626934217437/with/5876322151/ Today we have a scan of a Baker Chocolate box label – the most illustrative that I have … Continue reading →

Dorchester Illustration of the Day no. 1575 In response to Friday’s illustration, Jim Cooke wrote: My great grandfather, Robert Cook, was from Antrim, Ireland; he was a hired substitute to the credit of Dorchester – hired by S. Homer Pierce. … Continue reading →

Dorchester Illustration of the Day no. 1574 Last evening I met a recipient of the daily email who had a family member who enlisted in the Civil War in Dorchester although he lived in Plymouth County. His name was Peter … Continue reading →

Dorchester Illustration of the Day no. 1573 As we have seen before, 65 Pleasant Street was the home of Anna Harris Smith, a Clapp descendant, who used her means to found the Animal Rescue League. The house is undergoing a … Continue reading →

Dorchester Illustration of the Day no. 1572 Today we have a photo of the banner for Dorchester Descendants events scheduled for Saturday including the 350th birthday party for the James Blake House at 735 Columbia Road. 350th Birthday of the … Continue reading →

Dorchester Illustration of the Day no. 1571 Today we have a view from the top of Savin Hill showing houses on Savin Hill Avenue. About 1884. ______ The Dorchester Illustration of the Day (DIOTD) is sent weekdays. If you receive … Continue reading →

Dorchester Illustration of the Day no. 1570 The building at 15-17 Grant Place is the subject of an application to demolish.  The Boston Landmarks Commission staff recommended that the Commissioners conduct a hearing under Article 85 Demolition Delay.  I believe … Continue reading →

Dorchester Illustration of the Day no. 1569 In the mid-19th century Walter Wales invited his parents to his birthday party with this handwritten and illustrated invitation. ______ The Dorchester Illustration of the Day (DIOTD) is sent weekdays. If you receive … Continue reading →