Bowker, A. Abiather House - Upton Center Historic District - Upton MA
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member nomadwillie
N 42° 10.230 W 071° 36.385
19T E 284712 N 4671995
Just before he turn of the century, A. Abiather Bowker (1865-1946) built his new house at 31 Main Street (UPT #33) on the site of the old Benson & Nelson hat factory.
Waymark Code: WM135WB
Location: Massachusetts, United States
Date Posted: 09/23/2020
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member ScroogieII
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Scattered residential development occurred in the 20th century, either as infill or to replace historic buildings. Just before he turn of the century, A. Abiather Bowker (1865-1946) built his new house at 31 Main Street (UPT #33) on the site of the old Benson & Nelson hat factory. Bowker served as postmaster from 1897 to 1914, during which time the post office was housed in the Arcade.

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Name of Historic District (as listed on the NRHP): Upton Center Historic District

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31 Main St

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