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Dorchester Illustration 2629, John Fottler and John Fottler, Jr.

John Fottler and John Fottler, Jr. Dorchester Illustration 2629 John Fottler, Jr. (1841-1929) came from an agricultural family.  The following is from A Healing Landscape: Environmental and Social history of the Site of Mass Audubon’s Boston Nature Centre. Second edition … Continue reading

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Dorchester Illustration 2598 Franklin Park Zoo

Dorchester Illustration 2598 Franklin Park Zoo Although Franklin Park is technically on the edge of Dorchester and not part of Dorchester’s historical territory, the park feels as if it is home. Franklin Park Zoo comprises 72 acres within Franklin Park.  … Continue reading

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