History of Walpole, Massachusetts, USA

1659 - Walpole is settled

Massachusetts City and Town Incorporation and Settlement Dates

1724 - Walpole is incorporated

Massachusetts City and Town Incorporation and Settlement Dates

1839 - Walpole
Walpole, Massachusetts
Norfolk county. This town is finely watered by three branches of the Neponset which meet at this place. The face of the town is rough, but capable of producing good crops.

There are three cotton, two woolen, and two paper mills in the town, and manufactures of iron castings, hoes, hats, leather, straw bonnets, and twine: total value, the year ending April 1, 1837, $240,364. This pleasant and flourishing town was taken from Dedham in 1724. Population, 1837, 1,592. It is 20 miles S.W. from Boston, 10 S.W. from Dedham, and 21 N. by W. from Providence, R.I.
The New England Gazetteer containing descriptions of all the states, counties and towns in New England: also descriptions of the principal mountains, rivers lakes, capes, bays, harbors, islands and fashionable resorts within that territory. By John Hayward, author of the Columbian Traveller, Religious Creeds, &c. &c. Boston: John Hayward. Boyd & White, Concord, N.H. 1839

1845 - WALPOLE. [Pop. 1,491. Inc. 1724.]
Walpole was originally a part of Dedham.

Three considerable sources of the Neponset unite in this town, on which are several cotton, woollen, and paper mills.

Distance from Dedham, 10 miles; from Boston, 20.
An Elementary Geography for Massachusetts Children by William Bentley Fowle and Asa Fitz, 1845

1854 - Walpole
Walpole, a post-township and station in Norfolk co.. Massachusetts, watered by Neponset river, 17 miles S. W. by S. from Boston. The Norfolk County railroad passes through Walpole, a village in this township. Population, 1929.
A New and Complete Gazetteer of the United States: Giving a Full and Comprehensive Review of the Present Condition, Industry, and Resources of the American Confederacy ... Thomas Baldwin (of Philadelphia.) Joseph Thomas January 1, 1854 Philadelphia : Lippincott, Grambo & Company 1854.

Walpole Massachusetts, 1890
Walpole was detached from Dedham, and incorporated. December 10, 1724. It was named in honor of Sir Robert Walpole, then prime minister of England. The New York and New England Railroad and the Mansfield and Framingham Branch of the Old Colony Railroad intersect each other in the central village, thus affording fine facilities for transportation. The postal centres are Walpole, East Walpole and South Walpole. Other villages are Plimptonville, Tilton's, and North Walpole. The town is situated in the interior of Norfolk County, 19 miles from Boston; and its boundaries are Dover on the north, Dedham, Norwood, and Sharon on the east, Foxborough on the south, and Norfolk and Medfield on the west. The assessed area is 12,459 acres; of which 2,710 are woodland.

The surface of the town is broken into upland and meadow, and a range of gravelly knolls or hills runs southeasterly through the territory. The Neponset River, Mill Brook and other streams which meet the river at or near the... Read MORE...

1895 - Walpole
Walpole, a post-village in Walpole township, Norfolk co., Mass., on the New York & New England Railroad, and on a branch of the Boston, Clinton & Fitchburg Railroad, 19 miles S.S.W. of Boston. It has 3 churches, and manufactures of cotton and other articles. One weekly news paper is published here. The township is drained by the Neponset River, and contains the villages of East Walpole and South Walpole. Pop. of the township (1890) 2604.
Lippincott's Gazetteer of the World: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World Containing Notices of Over One Hundred and Twenty-five Thousand Places ... Joseph Thomas January 1, 1895 J.B. Lippincott

1906
Walpole, a post-village in Walpole township (town), Norfolk Co., Mass., on the New York, New Haven and Hart ford R., 18 miles SSW. of Boston. It has manufactures of twine, cotton-batting, paper, emery, etc. The town is drained by the Neponset River. Pop. of the town in 1900, 3572.
Lippincott's New Gazetteer: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World, Containing the Most Recent and Authentic Information Respecting the Countries, Cities, Towns ... in Every Portion of the Globe Publisher J.B. Lippincott Company, 1906

1957 - Mother, Child Die In Fire
Walpole, Mass - January 3

"My God, the house is on fire. I'm trapped."

A few moments after shouting that frantic alarm into the telephone, Mrs. Doris DANEHEY, 30, and her only child, James 4 months, perished Wednesday night in their three room bungalow.

Fire Chief Aaron Hill said Mrs. DANEHEY apparently passed up her only chance to escape by making a valiant attempt to save the baby.
Madison Courier
Madison, Indiana
Thursday, January 3, 1957

Here's a list of places to go and things to do in Walpole:
Bird Park:

Enjoy a peaceful stroll or have a picnic in the beautiful Francis William Bird Park. The park features walking trails, gardens, and a pond.

Borderland State Park:

Explore the nearby Borderland State Park for hiking, picnicking, and enjoying the outdoors. The park includes scenic views, ponds, and historic buildings.

Sharon Dog Park:

If you're a dog owner, check out the Sharon Dog Park for a place to let your furry friend run and play.

Gillette Stadium:

Catch a game or concert at Gillette Stadium, home to the New England Patriots and New England Revolution. The stadium also hosts various events throughout the year.

Patriot Place:

Adjacent to Gillette Stadium, Patriot Place offers shopping, dining, and entertainment options. It's a great place to spend an afternoon or evening.

Rozzy's Wine House:

Discover local wines and enjoy a tasting at Rozzy's Wine House. It's a cozy spot to unwind and try some unique wines.

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