History of Sutton, Massachusetts, USA

Miss Mary Jane Wadleigh, of Sutton, Massachusetts, has one hundred pet cats, and when one of them dies she has it buried in its grave marked by a neat monument.

Thomas Blanchard, born in 1788, at Sutton, Massachusetts; died in 1864; invented a tack machine in 1806; builds a successful steam carriage in 1825; builds the stern-wheel boat for shallow waters, now in common use on western rivers; in 1843 patents the lathe for turning irregular forms, now in common use all over the world for turning lasts, spokes, axe-handles, gun-stocks, hat-blocks, tackle-blocks, etc.

Sutton is an agricultural and manufacturing town of 3,101 inhabitants, situated in the southeastern section of Worcester County, about 40 miles southwest of Boston. The Providence and Worcester Railroad has a station at Wilkinsonville, in the northeast corner of the town. This village and Sutton (centre), Manchaug in the south, and West Sutton, are post-offices; the other villages being South Sutton and Woodbury's Village. Sutton is bounded on the north by Millbury, on the northeast by Grafton, on the east by Northbridge, on the south by Douglas, and on the west by Oxford. The assessed area is 20,035 acres; more than one third of the town being covered with forests of oak and chestnut. The geological formation is calcareous gneiss, with much granite and quartz. In the southeast section is a chasm in the rock nearly one fourth of a mile in length, with jagged sides, often perpendicular, 40 feet apart, and said to be at some points 70 feet or more in depth. Notable eminences are Leland...

Sutton, a village in Sutton township (town), Worcester co., Mass., 8 miles S. by E. of Worcester. Pop. of the town in 1900, 3328 ; of the village, about 1200. The post- office is Millbury.

Up in Sutton, Massachusetts, a young woman organist wrote a preacher and signed herself "wife." And the organist's play-ful ways caused the deuce of a domestic discord.

Sutton, a village in Sutton township (town), Worcester co., Mass., 8 miles S. by E. of Worcester. Pop. of the town in 1900, 3328; of the village, about 1200. The post office is Millbury.

Purgatory Chasm State Reservation: Purgatory Chasm is one of Sutton's most famous natural landmarks. This unique geological formation features a dramatic chasm with steep, granite walls that you can hike through. The park also offers picnic areas and scenic overlooks.

Waters Farm Preservation: Waters Farm is a historic property that dates back to the 1750s. It's now a preserved farmstead with walking trails, gardens, and a museum. Explore the grounds and learn about the agricultural history of the region.

Blackstone National Golf Club: If you're a golfer, you'll appreciate the challenging and well-maintained courses at the Blackstone National Golf Club. The picturesque surroundings make it an enjoyable place to tee off.

Sutton Common Historic District: Stroll through Sutton Common to admire the town's historic architecture. The district features well-preserved colonial-era homes and buildings, offering a glimpse into Sutton's past.

Manchaug Pond: This 380-acre pond is a...