Wadsworth Diary - Feb 25, 1858

Very Pleasant & warm, 20 above zero Helped Jos pack ice most all day Wm Miller, Wm Adams, J. Brockway & J. Pond helped in fournoon. L.G. Baker came here this eve, with 2 horses, to stay tonight Recd a letter from Emeline. Sold my hay to Mr. W. Cook or he bargained for it.

In the 1850s, on a busy working farm in the southern part of Franklin, a man named George Wadsworth started writing in a journal about everyday events. When he filled that journal, he bought another, and filled that up too. Two dozen journals, and 27 years later, he had written about almost everything that can happen in a small New England town. His words were lost to history until 1986, when town resident Gail Lembo came across some of the journals at a yard sale. 

From the Franklin Historical Museum website
http://www.franklinhistoricalmuseum.com/p/wadsworth-diaries_30.html  

Reminder: Food Pantry Calling Today

Friendly reminder that the 2nd Annual Phonathon will be conducted by the Franklin Food Pantry today,  Saturday Feb 25. This is the second and last day for the phone call effort by our volunteers.




Food Pantry volunteers will make phone calls during the hours between 10:00 AM and 6:00 PM on both Saturdays.

Thanks to Dean College for the use of their facilities for allowing this to happen.

You can make donations on line at the Food Pantry website http://franklinfoodpantry.org/
or use the button here at Franklin Matters that will link you to the same donation process.

McBride: The time is right to build a new, better Franklin High School

The letter writing campaign is getting into full force. The Weekly Gazaette has a number of letters on the High School Project.

 

 

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McBride: The time is right to build a new, better Franklin High School

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There is a very real need for an improved Franklin High School and there will never be a better time.

 

 

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Refunds top $411M, up 12 percent over a year ago

For those who have filed their tax returns early, they are getting some good money back. I am in the middle of my returns and hope to finish them next week.

 

 

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Refunds top $411M, up 12 percent over a year ago

via Commonwealth Conversations: Revenue by Robert Bliss on 2/24/12

With little more than seven weeks left until the April 17th tax filing deadline, the story of this year's filing season is refunds -- they are running $42.6 million ahead of a year ago at this time, and are now in excess of $411 million.

Of the 1.058 million tax returns filed to date (up 145,591 or 16 percent from a year ago), 80 percent have received a refund averaging $486.

The number of refunds is up 11 percent, from 763,207 a year ago to 846,250 as of yesterday.

It seems clear that many taxpayers took the advice of the IRS last year and waited to file until the middle of February, when the IRS published tax tables required for taxpayers who itemize. The delay in publishing the tables was due to last-minute tax law changes Congress enacted at the end of 2010, including the extension of the Bush tax cuts.

There was no such delay this year, and as a result, taxpayers who know they will get refunds have filed early, and in large number.

So far, 90 percent of returns have been filed electronically, a percentage unchanged from a year ago.

Those filing electronically are receiving refunds sent to their bank accounts in less than four business days.

Those relatively few taxpayers filing paper returns are getting their refunds in about five business days.

 

 

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Wadsworth Diary - Feb 24, 1858

Very pleasant & cold in morn, 10 below zero Grew quite warm before noon. Went after F.M. Newell in morn. Father carried Mother to Uncle Richardsons & went after her at night. I helped Jos pack ice. Wm Miller, Wm Adams, Brockway & J. Pond helped. I (we) paid our taxes, first I ever paid. Cars late, got here about 10 3/4.

In the 1850s, on a busy working farm in the southern part of Franklin, a man named George Wadsworth started writing in a journal about everyday events. When he filled that journal, he bought another, and filled that up too. Two dozen journals, and 27 years later, he had written about almost everything that can happen in a small New England town. His words were lost to history until 1986, when town resident Gail Lembo came across some of the journals at a yard sale. 

From the Franklin Historical Museum website
http://www.franklinhistoricalmuseum.com/p/wadsworth-diaries_30.html  

In the News - Car, volunteers, scanner

Car rolls over in Franklin

by Staff reports

Franklin historical commission seeks volunteers

by GateHouse Media, Inc.

For those who need to follow the sirens !

Check out our new online police and fire scanner

by Staff reports

2012 pre-season mower tune-up

A sign of Spring - time to tune up the lawn mower. 

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February 29, 2012 for any available date on the calendar.

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Wadsworth DIary - Feb 23, 1858

Very Pleasant & cold 3 above zero Sawed some wood (birch) Mended harness, helped Mother some & c. Sarah went to Boston. Father went to Mr. Clarks after the saw. Rev Thayer had a hard talk with Pond, Dean & others 

Written on side: Recd a letter from Frank Peck & 1 from Amanda

In the 1850s, on a busy working farm in the southern part of Franklin, a man named George Wadsworth started writing in a journal about everyday events. When he filled that journal, he bought another, and filled that up too. Two dozen journals, and 27 years later, he had written about almost everything that can happen in a small New England town. His words were lost to history until 1986, when town resident Gail Lembo came across some of the journals at a yard sale. 

From the Franklin Historical Museum website
http://www.franklinhistoricalmuseum.com/p/wadsworth-diaries_30.html  

In the News - housing lottery, watercolor demo, accepting applications

Franklin holds lottery for housing

by GateHouse Media, Inc.

Franklin art group hosts watercolor demo

by GateHouse Media, Inc.

Dean children's center accepting applications

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"911 calls from cellphones go first to state police"

“Does the system work? It does. Is it the best we could have? Probably not,” Landry said. “The system does work in theory, but issues come up now and then that have to be addressed and corrected.” 

Landry said there were also occasional problems before the intermunicipal agreement went into effect in 2009. 

“The way dispatch handles a call, regardless of who is doing it, your own (dispatcher) or a regional dispatcher, those problems don’t go away,” he said. “You just try to get better with what you do. That’s the plan, and hopefully that’s how it will work out.”

Read more: http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/x219671035/Recent-struggles-reveal-regional-dispatch-s-vital-role#ixzz1nCbYDBes

With the growth of regionalization and the cost benefits that it can bring, the key lesson to take away is to have a process and a way of adjusting the process as necessary. If you don't have a process, you can't expect to give the problem away and have it work. And if you do have a process, from time to time, you will need to review and adjust the process.

The Historical Museum Needs You!

We are looking for some people, maybe some retired or not, that are looking to volunteer a little time at the museum for a variety of jobs.

Example of jobs:
1. Do you like to paint?? We have a display case that needs some attention.

2. Have you ever used Past Perfect (computer program)? That is what we use at the museum to inventory our items and your assistance would be very much appreciated.

3. Sorting papers from the past and putting them in their proper locations.

4. Have any thoughts on displays or programs that you might want to see at the museum???? Let us know.

5. We are always looking for alternate members to the Commission. How about it!!

6. Do you enjoy people? Perhaps you would like to be a host/hostess at the museum.

No experience is needed, just a love for the Town of Franklin.

Call Deborah L. Pellegri, Town Clerk/Chairperson for the Historical Museum at
508-520-4900


Originally posted to the Town of Franklin website

Census Form Reminder

Important Notice to All Residents

If you have not returned your census forms to the Town Clerk’ office, please return it TODAY.

The voting lists are being set and we need to know your proper address so that you will be listed properly at the voting polls.

Thank you for your cooperation.

Deborah L. Pellegri, CMC
Town Clerk

Wadsworth Diary - Feb 22, 1858

Very Pleasant & cool 15 above Hazy in afternoon. Cut small wood (birch) most the day. Helped on load a car. Load of shingles. Father & Sarah went after Mother Father took Mr. G Millers note for $200.

In the 1850s, on a busy working farm in the southern part of Franklin, a man named George Wadsworth started writing in a journal about everyday events. When he filled that journal, he bought another, and filled that up too. Two dozen journals, and 27 years later, he had written about almost everything that can happen in a small New England town. His words were lost to history until 1986, when town resident Gail Lembo came across some of the journals at a yard sale. 

From the Franklin Historical Museum website
http://www.franklinhistoricalmuseum.com/p/wadsworth-diaries_30.html  

Winter Carnival - March 11, 2012

WHEN AND WHERE?

SUNDAY, MARCH 11, 2012
From 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

In the Franklin High Field House

$5 per Child
FREE for Adults and kids under 3yrs

For More information go to:
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Wadsworth Diary - Feb 21, 1858

Very Pleasant & cool 15 above All staid at home except Jos. He went to Franklin. After supper went to Uncle Richardsons to see Grandmother with Mother & Abbie. Mother staid. Went to Aunt Hannahs and got her to watch. Went with the sleigh for the first time this winter.

In the 1850s, on a busy working farm in the southern part of Franklin, a man named George Wadsworth started writing in a journal about everyday events. When he filled that journal, he bought another, and filled that up too. Two dozen journals, and 27 years later, he had written about almost everything that can happen in a small New England town. His words were lost to history until 1986, when town resident Gail Lembo came across some of the journals at a yard sale. 

From the Franklin Historical Museum website
http://www.franklinhistoricalmuseum.com/p/wadsworth-diaries_30.html  

In the News - Democrats, Republicans, football

Franklin picks Democratic delegates

by GateHouse Media, Inc.

Franklin Republican Town Committee meeting set

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Register for Franklin Chargers football, cheerleading

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Wadsworth Diary - Feb 20, 1858

Very stormy all day, snows & blows very hard, 20 above zero in morn Father went to Woonsocket after grain & c. Jos & I masured our corn, Haid 16 ¾ bushls. Is no Lyceum tonight on acct of the storm.

In the 1850s, on a busy working farm in the southern part of Franklin, a man named George Wadsworth started writing in a journal about everyday events. When he filled that journal, he bought another, and filled that up too. Two dozen journals, and 27 years later, he had written about almost everything that can happen in a small New England town. His words were lost to history until 1986, when town resident Gail Lembo came across some of the journals at a yard sale. 

From the Franklin Historical Museum website
http://www.franklinhistoricalmuseum.com/p/wadsworth-diaries_30.html  

Franklin Democratic Caucus Results

Franklin Dems Elect Delegates to 2012 Democratic Party Convention

Delegates to June Convention in Springfield will select candidates for U.S. Senate nomination

FRANKLIN --  Democrats in Franklin held a caucus to elect delegates to the Massachusetts Democratic Party's 2012 endorsing convention in Springfield this June. 

The caucus, organized by the Franklin Democratic Town Committee, elected Faye Boardman, Marianne Conboy, Daniel Edgehille, James Hill, Henry WJ Maddox, Christine Manns, Jack Manns, John May , Mary O'Neill, Al Pizzi, Denise Schultz, Rob Vacca, and Maryann Ziemba to represent Democrats in Franklin at the annual convention. In addition, Representative James Vallee and FDTC Chair Jeffrey Roy will serve as ex officio delegates.  Owen Acton, Gino D. Carlucci Jr., and Gregory Dellorco were elected as alternates.  

"In 2012, the Massachusetts Democratic Party is focused on expanding and strengthening our grassroots infrastructure that helped us make historic gains in 2010," said Massachusetts Democratic Party Chair John Walsh. "In Franklin and across the Commonwealth, Democrats are energized and organized to beat Scott Brown and make sure President Barack Obama is elected to a second term." 

"In June, these delegates will gather with Democratic leaders from across Massachusetts to endorse a candidate for US Senate and plan for a grassroots, person-to-person campaign in the fall," Walsh added. 

Delegates to the 2012 Massachusetts Democratic Party endorsing convention will select candidates to compete for the Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate. The convention will be held on Saturday, June 2, 2012 at the Mass Mutual Center in Springfield. 

"I'm honored to serve as a delegate to the 2012 Massachusetts Democratic Party Convention," said Roy.  "As Democrats we plan to organize to talk to our friends and neighbors about standing up for middle-class families and pushing for a stronger and fairer economy." 

In addition to delegates who are elected at caucus, those who meet the qualifications, may apply to be add-on delegates in the following categories: youth, minority, and disabled. Franklin Democrats Charles DiVittorio, Sean Donahue, Ronald Huntley Sr., Maxwell Morrongiello, and Deanna Thomas submitted add-on applications at the caucus.  Additional applications are available by contacting the Democratic Party at 617-939-0800. Completed applications must be returned to the Democratic State Committee by March 30, 2012.  

The Franklin Democratic Town committee normally meets on the second Monday of the month in the 3^rd floor training room of the Franklin Municipal Building at 355 East Central Street in Franklin. The next meeting is Monday, March 12, 2012 at 7 p.m. 

For more information on the Franklin Democratic Town Committee or any of its meetings, please contact Roy at jroy@ravechroy.com or visit our website at www.franklindemocrats.com.

"The Boys Next Door"

The Dean College Theater Department presents “The Boys Next Door!”

This comedy-drama, by Tom Griffin, tells the story of four developmentally disabled men who live together in a group home in a New England city and their “burned out” social worker, Jack. Marked by compassion and filled with humor, this play is sure to delight; however, parental guidance is suggested for young children due to language and content. 

Dates:
February 28 – March 4, 2012. Performance times are February 28, 29 and March 1 at 6:30 PM; Friday, Saturday and Sunday, March 2, 3, 4 at 7:30 PM as well as a 2 PM. matinee on Saturday, March 3 and Sunday, March 4. All performances will be held in the Performing Arts Studio, located at 61 School Street in Franklin, MA on the Dean campus. 

Pricing:
All performances are reserved seating and it is strongly recommended that tickets be purchased prior to the performance. General admission pricing is $15.00; Dean alumni, $10; Seniors/children 10 and under, $5.00. 

For ticket and information, email boxoffice@dean.edu or call 508-541-1605 

To purchase tickets, click here

15 on 15

How cool that the 15th Annual Trivia Bee will be held on March 15th!


FEF Trivia Bee Flyer 2012


Hold the date on your calendar!

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Wadsworth Diary - Feb 19, 1858

Very Pleasant & Cold in morn 1 below zero Hazy in afternoon, began to snow in eve. Helped Jos load a car of his oak lumber ( 2 ½ Hours) for J.M. Baker. We winnowed our corn & c. Father came home from Boston & Milton. I settled with him in eve. Abbies (?) Father paid & got hay for the Aunt Stone place $591.00

In the 1850s, on a busy working farm in the southern part of Franklin, a man named George Wadsworth started writing in a journal about everyday events. When he filled that journal, he bought another, and filled that up too. Two dozen journals, and 27 years later, he had written about almost everything that can happen in a small New England town. His words were lost to history until 1986, when town resident Gail Lembo came across some of the journals at a yard sale. 

From the Franklin Historical Museum website
http://www.franklinhistoricalmuseum.com/p/wadsworth-diaries_30.html  

“There are lots of ways to help people out”

Even if people do not donate money over the phone, many told volunteers they will drop off food donations in the future. A few people last year became clients after learning about the pantry through the phone-a-thon, Roy said. 

Former Town Councilor Deborah Bartlett said she volunteered last year, saw the event’s success and wanted to help again. 

Donations come from people “the pantry wouldn’t reach without these phone calls,” Bartlett said. 

Several volunteers said they were surprised many people didn’t know Franklin has a pantry.
“If nothing else, it increases awareness,” Franklin resident Sally McKnight said.

Read more: http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/x1793839092/Volunteers-find-their-calling-helping-Franklin-Food-Pantry#ixzz1mpMKmYwO

The Franklin Food Pantry website can be found here -> http://franklinfoodpantry.org/

"the convention is really half-time"

More than 4,000 Democratic delegates, from all corners of the Bay State, will converge on the Mass Mutual Center in Springfield on June 2. 

And it’s their job to decide which of the three candidates looking to run as a Democrat against U.S. Sen. Scott Brown, R-Mass., will appear on the ballot for the September primary.
... 

“I haven’t seen this level of excitement over caucuses and Democratic issues in a long time,” said Franklin Democratic Town Committee Chairman Jeffrey Roy.

Read more: http://www.metrowestdailynews.com/news/x219669795/Democrats-are-ready-to-choose-delegates#ixzz1mpLOnbZw

Editorial: Standing up for the public libraries

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Editorial: Standing up for the public libraries

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Benjamin Franklin would not be pleased. The esteemed Dr. Franklin created the continent's first members-only library in 1731 out of a belief that individuals and communities advanced by sharing information.

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