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Letters in a Box:  The Journey of a WWII Bombardier
Saturday, May 26, 2018
The Williams Inn
1090 Main Street, Williamstown

Letters in a Box Lecture Video

At this  illustrated lecture, Sheila Stone discussed the book she compiled with her daughter, Ali Adair.  Letters in a Box is a treasure of over 150 beautifully handwritten letters and postcards written home by Shelia’s husband, Robert. L. Stone, during World War II to his family and friends.  These letters chronicle his journey from 1942 – 1945, from his enlistment through 40 combat missions as a bombardier in the South Pacific.   Bob’s story is told through his letters, postcards, V-mails, telegrams, scrapbooks, photos and first-hand memories.  The letters address his impressions of army life and what it was like to go from his home and college environment to that of the impersonal and regimented military life.  The letters expose readers to the daily grind, the disorganization and uncertainty of what happens next as the U. S. makes its serious entry into the war.  This informative lecture will provide you with insight into a bombardier’s experience during a significant time in World and US history.

Robert L. Stone

From the editors of the book:  Letters in a Box was written with love and nostalgia for a unique time in our country’s history that can never be repeated in the same way again.  It is to preserve some of the thoughts and feelings that inspired this generation to do their duty by serving their country in so many ways and how it is reflected in one family’s experiences.

 

Reflections on Growing up in Williamstown
Saturday, April 14, 2018
11 a.m.
Community Hall, First Congregational Church
906 Main Street
Williamstown
Williamstown Reflections Video

At this panel discussion several long-time and life long Williamstown residents shared their reflections of growing up in Williamstown and shared memories of when Spring Street was “the place to see and be seen.”  There were opportunities for the audience to share their own stories as well.  The panel consisted of Dorothy Reinke, Peggy Neyland Altmann, Mike Kennedy, Pierre Toureille, Maureen O’Mara and Rita Gardner.  Patrick Quinn served as moderator.

This event will took place in Community Hall of the First Congregational Church in Williamstown, 906 Main Street, Williamstown.  For more information call 413-458-2160.

 

 

Honoring Isaac Stratton
Rescheduled to Saturday, May 5, 2018
2 p.m.
Southlawn Cemetery
Program will be followed by refreshments at the Williamstown Historical Museum
A cooperative event presented by the South Williamstown Community Association and the Williamstown Historical Museum

On Saturday, May 5 at 2 p.m., you are invited to join us at the graveside of Isaac Stratton in Southlawn Cemetery for a brief ceremony honoring South Williamstown’s first European settler.  This event is being held to recognize the recent installation of a flag holder indicating that Stratton fought in the American Revolution.

In addition to settling South Williamstown, Isaac Stratton farmed the land, served as an early town clerk, and contributed a great deal to the life and growth of Williamstown.  Regina Rouse, who has researched and carried out a successful project to preserve the historic headstones of Southlawn Cemetery, will present information about Isaac Stratton’s historic life.

Following the recognition event, refreshments will be served next door at the Williamstown Historical Museum.  In the event of rain, the program will begin at the Museum.  This cooperative program is sponsored by the South Williamstown Community Association in collaboration with the Williamstown Historical Museum.