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Crocker Snow, Aviation Pioneer

November 14, 2025 Gordon Harris1 Comment
Crocker snow of Ipswich, an aviation pioneer

A grassy strip near the intersection of Topsfield and Mill Roads belonged to Crocker Snow, an aviation pioneer. He received Massachusetts Pilot License No. 5 in 1927, signed by Orville Wright.

Posted in PeopleTagged 1927, airplanes, Crocker Snow, equestrian

Nancy’s Corner

June 5, 2021March 30, 2023 Gordon Harris7 Comments
Nancy Astor, Hamilton MA

Google Maps used to show "Nancy's Corner" at the intersection of Highland Street and Cutler Road in Hamilton. I wondered who Nancy was and discovered an amazing story.

Posted in People, Places, StoriesTagged 1919, equestrian, Great Estates, Hamilton, women
Ipswich MA historic photos by William Varrel
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