In downtown Chicopee there is a wall (above) that has a mural meant to depict the town's history. It is in a state of considerable decay, but many images remain quite clear, such as this one from the 1940's.
This image of the 50's is pretty deteriorated.
This section depicts the anti-war movement of the 1960's.
An all purpose protest sign.
Hopefully some attempt will be made to restore and preserve this mural.
Shutterbugs were swarming at UMass this weekend for the New England Photography Convention. Here they are clicking away at a model in the Campus Center courtyard.
Among the photographic prints for sale was this one of Bob Dylan with the Grateful Dead.
In downtown Northampton yesterday an ultra-cool caddy convertible was parked in front of my friend Zak's restaurant The Eclipse.
I'm sorry to learn that Don Lesser will no longer be writing his food column for the Hampshire Gazette. Fortunately however, he did manage to write a glowing review of Zak's place before leaving the paper due to the latest round of cutbacks.
I'm intrigued by this antique sewing machine I came across in Hamp. My mother's maiden name was White.
Does anyone have any information about this antique?
I like Hadley's new welcome sign.
Allen Ginsberg would like this bumpersticker I came upon in Hamp.
Old Captain Ken is getting a little paranoid.
A new release from Northampton's School for the Dead.
Photo from stage of Taste of Amherst by Max Germer
2 comments:
Long time reader, first time commenter...
White was a very popular sewing machine brand in the early to mid 20th century. The company started in Templeton, MA. You can still find the old machines around at tag sales, antique shops etc.
Cool, thanks for the info!
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