Central Square, Bridgewater, ca. 1880
Dr. Benjamin A. Spence’s works on education, churches, stores and services, manufacturing, fire service, and transportation in Bridgewater, Massachusetts, concentrate on the years between 1900 and 1910, but also, when appropriate, include extensive historical background. Though Spence’s research and writing are ongoing, these drafts have been published to assist other researchers and interested readers. Dr. Spence is an emeritus professor of history at Bridgewater State University.
Submissions from 2019
Bridgewater, Massachusetts 1910-1920 (Including Historical Background) Volume I, Benjamin A. Spence
Submissions from 2014
Law and Order in Bridgewater, Massachusetts, 1774-1821, with Emphasis on the South Parish/Precinct, Benjamin A. Spence
Submissions from 2012
Law and Order in Colonial Bridgewater, Massachusetts with Special Emphasis on Its South Parish/Precinct, Benjamin A. Spence
Submissions from 2010
A History of the Parker-Gates House and its First Four Residents to 1925, Bridgewater, Massachusetts, Benjamin A. Spence
Fire Service in Bridgewater, Massachusetts, 1844-1910, Benjamin A. Spence
Submissions from 2009
Transportation in Bridgewater, 1900-1910, Benjamin A. Spence
Submissions from 2008
Churches in Bridgewater, 1900-1910, Benjamin A. Spence
Education in Bridgewater, Massachusetts, 1900-1910, Benjamin A. Spence
Manufacturing in Bridgewater, 1900-1910, Benjamin A. Spence
Stores and Services in Bridgewater, 1900-1910, Benjamin A. Spence