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Harrison Parker's History of Hawley Collection, ca.1970-1995
7 boxes (10.5 linear feet).

Named for Joseph Hawley, a local leader in the American Revolution, the town was first settled in 1760 by residents of Hatfield, Massachusetts. Situated in Franklin County, Hawley was officially incorporated as a town in 1792. Today the town is host to a few small businesses, farms, and less than 500 residents.

The collection consists of copies of manuscripts, publications, and genealogical notes all related to the history of Hawley collected by researcher Harrison Parker.

Subjects
  • Hawley (Mass.)--History.
Contributors
  • Parker, Harrison.
Call no.: MS 532
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