Templeton

Templeton by Harry Aldrich, published by Arcadia Publishing in 2004, is an illustrated exploration of the villages of Templeton, originally known as Narragansett. This 128-page book presents a historical overview of the area, founded in the mid-eighteenth century along the banks of local rivers and ponds. It details the flourishing agriculture and industry that characterized the region, producing a variety of goods including hay, corn, wool, and furniture.

Readers will find a rich visual narrative through the vintage photographs of Oren Williams and Wallace Underwood, who documented life in Templeton from the late 1800s to the early twentieth century. The book highlights significant local figures and landmarks, such as John Boynton, the tinsmith who founded Worcester Polytechnic Institute, and notable establishments like the Templeton Hotel and the Narragansett House. This edition provides a glimpse into the historical fabric of New England, focusing on the development and community life in Templeton.