Synopsis
Discover early colonial life in Watertown through its town records and land grants. This edition compiles the first and second books of town proceedings, along with land grants, possessions, and the early birth, death, and marriage registers. It offers a window into the people, places, and choices that shaped Watertown in the 1640s, presented as a curated historical reference.
The book blends official proceedings with property lists and family entries, giving readers a tangible sense of daily administration, community boundaries, and the growth of a New England town. It is a resource for researchers, genealogists, and anyone interested in how early American communities organized land, governance, and vital records.
- Original town records, land grants, and possession lists from the 1640s
- Births, marriages, and deaths documented alongside land and probate entries
- Names, places, and property boundaries that illuminate colonial life
- A foundation for tracing family histories and local history research
Ideal for readers of local histories and early American genealogy, who want a grounded view of Watertown’s beginnings.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. Step back in time and experience the early days of Watertown, Massachusetts, through the lens of its original town records. This book offers a fascinating glimpse into the daily lives, governance, and challenges faced by the townââ â¢s early settlers. Discover the detailed accounts of land grants, town meetings, and local disputes that shaped the communityââ â¢s growth. Explore the development of infrastructure, including roads, fences, and the meetinghouse, while gaining insight into the townââ â¢s social structure and the roles of its citizens. The book also highlights the process of establishing local government, reflecting the early development of democracy in the Massachusetts Bay Colony. Readers will be immersed in the eraââ â¢s pragmatic approach to land allocation, community building, and the complex interactions between the town and its Native American neighbors. The author meticulously preserves the original language and format of these historical documents, making this a valuable resource for anyone interested in local history, early American settlements, and the evolution of New England communities. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781333078591_0
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Watertown Records, Vol 1 Comprising the First and Second Books of Town Proceedings With the Lands Grants and Possessions, Also the Proprietors' Book Deaths and Marriages Classic Reprint
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333078591
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