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Hatfield Historical Society – Foxfire Reports
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Foxfire Reports
1982-2000
Hatfield Historical Society
Hatfield, Massachusetts
Processed by
Erin Elizabeth Molloy
2009
The Foxfire Reports were a series of class assignments given to Jr. High and Sr.High school students within the Hatfield public school system from 1982 until 2000. Each student or pair of students researched and wrote about a topic relating to Hatfield, Massachusetts. Most of the authors incorporated primary documents and personal interviews into their reports. Both primary source materials and personal interviews have been documented in this finding aid to assist researchers.
This collection documents a wide variety of topics of interest to scholars of Hatfield, Massachusetts, agriculture in New England, and World War II. The interviews with individuals in the People series offer a rich documentation on mid-20th century life in New England, and the projects on the earliest families who settled Hatfield provide a deeper historical context for the town.
Arrangement:
The files in this collection are organized into three series: People, Places, and Subjects. The files within the People series are arranged alphabetically by last name, or by family name if there are reports on multiple family members. Within the Place series, the files are arranged alphabetically by location. The files within the Subject series include all topics not covered by People or Place, including businesses, events, organizations, and industries. The files are listed alphabetically; if multiple files with the same title exist, they are listed chronologically.
People
11The Algonquin Indians
“The Algonquin and Potomac Indians” by Amit Patel and Bill McGuirk, 1989.
Antosz
Aline and Michael Antosz
2“Aline Antosz and Michael D. Antosz” by Becky Antosz, Nov. 16, 1998. Includes copies of personal photographs. Interviews with Michael Antosz, Oct. 12, 1998; Aline Antosz, Oct. 15, 1998, Nov. 8, 1998, and Nov. 15, 1998; Elizabeth Antosz, Nov. 14, 1998 and Nov. 15, 1998; and Laura (Antosz) Widelo, Nov. 15, 1998.
Aline, Laura, and Michael Antosz
3“Michael, Aline, and Laura” by Stacy Widelo and Meredith Courtemanche, Nov. 19, 1997. Includes copies of personal photographs, and Laura’s birth certificate. Interviews with Laura (Antosz) Widelo, Nov. 5, 1997, Nov. 7, 1997, Nov. 10, 1997, and Nov. 13, 1997.
Baj, Marya and Andrzj
4“Life of Marya and Andrzj Baj” by Kristen Ahearn and Jenn Paniczko, Nov. 17, 1997. Includes copies of personal photographs and newspaper clippings. Interview with Agnic Szawlaski, Oct. 29, 1997.
Balise, Kenneth
5“A Child Grows Up During WWII” by Michelle Magdycz and Michele Papageorge, Feb. 12, 1996. Includes copies of newspaper clippings. Interview with Kenneth Balise, 1996.
Barcome, Jean
6“Jean Barcome” by Sarah Dansky and Amanda Carney, Nov. 16, 1998. Includes copies of personal photographs and death notice of Jean Barcome. Interviews with Isabell Barcome, Oct. 25, 1998; Lisa Dansky, Oct. 23, 1998, Oct. 30, 1998, Nov. 7, 1998, Nov. 13, 1998, Nov. 14, 1998; Mr. & Mrs. Lanaville, Nov. 11, 1998; and Cynthia Phelphs, Nov. 3, 1998.
Bardwell
The Bardwell Family
7“The Bardwells” by Jeff Massimino and Joe Winskye, 1986. Includes personal photographs (prints), copies of deed, and map of Hatfield. Interview with Mr. and Mrs. Cory Bardwell, Feb. 5, 1987.
Bardwell, Arthur Cory
8“A. Cory Bardwell and the U.S.S. Cleburne” by Clark Burt, Feb. 12, 1996. Includes copies of personal photographs, naval correspondence, Navy Training Course Certificate, and newspaper clippings. Interviews with A. Cory Bardwell, 1995 and 1996.
9“Arthur Cory Bardwell” by Brittany McGovern, Nov. 16, 1998. Includes copies of personal photographs, birth certificate, and marriage certificate. Interviews with A. Cory Bardwell, Nov. 3, 1998 and Nov. 16, 1998.
10Bardwell, Helen Lucille (Hinman)
“The Life of Helen Lucille Hinman Bardwell, During WWII” by Kristen Handschuh, Feb. 13, 1995. Includes copies of personal photographs, ration coupons, Consumer Declaration, Gas and Tire Rationing rules, Defense Bond stamp album, air raid warning system flier, and American Red Cross advertisement. Interviews with Helen Bardwell, 1995.
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Barron, Johanne A.
11“Johanne A. Barron” by Llana Barron, Nov. 17, 1997. Includes copies of personal photographs, Resident Alien card and Alien Registration Receipt Card, report cards from AmherstRegionalHigh Schoolsand the University of Massachusetts, high school diploma, marriage certificate, photocopy of LP “The Light” by John Barron, bus ticket to San Francisco, announcement for grand opening of Barron Realty, Inc., and real estate certificate of completion. Interviews with Johanne Barron, Nov. 1 [1997], Nov. 8 [1997], and Nov. 11 [1997].
Belden
Belden, Arthur W.
12“The Life of Arthur W. Belden in Work War II” by Ryan Sullivan, c. Feb. 12, 1996. Includes copies of certificates of honorable discharge from United States Marine Corps, military history notes, enlistment record, personal notes, itinerary, military correspondence, newspaper clippings, and personal photographs. Interview with Art Belden, Jan. 29, 1996.
Belden, Evelyn
13“Evelyn Belden” by Marcy Gaudette and Jessica Jones, 1987. Includes copies of personal photographs and deeds. Interviews with Helen Bardwell, Jan. 24, 1987; Evelyn Belden, Jan. 19, 1987; and Gordon and Mary Williams, Jan. 29, 1987.
Belden, Richard
14“Life on a Destroyer Escort: Richard Belden’s Service During World War II” by Allen Belden and Rory Naughton, Feb. 12, 1996. Includes copies of commissioning orders on the U.S.S. Metiver, personal photographs, Fourth of July 1945 holiday menu, naval rating description, naval notice of separation, and thank you form letter from President Harry S. Truman. Interview with Richard Belden, Jan. 6, 1997 and Jan. 20, 1996; Richard Belden and Joyce Belden, Jan. 30, 1996.
Betsold, Henry
15“World War II: Henry Betsold” by Tiffany Dyer and Lisa Blanchette, Feb. 13, 1995. Includes copies of personal photographs, naval notice of separation, address list from U.S.S. Consolation, honorable discharge, address and administration of P.O.W.’s given at Havelock Road June 17, 1944 in Singapore, and correspondence from President Richard Nixon. Interview with Henry Betsold, Dec. 29, 1994.
Billings
16“The Billings Family of Hatfield, MA” by Julie Carroll and Patty Theberge, Jan. 17, 1984. Includes copies of personal and published photographs, and newspaper clippings. Interviews with Mr. and Mrs. Roswell Billings, n.d.; Mr. and Mrs. John LaVellee, n.d.; Mrs. Ethel Paine, n.d.; Mrs. Rita Prew, n.d.; and Mr. Roger Walaszek, n.d.
Bokina, Henry
17“Henry Bokina” by Cortney Tetrault. Nov. 16, 1998. Includes copies of personal photographs, identification cards, passes, and signed dollar bill. Interviews with Henry Bokina, Oct. 28, 1998, Nov. 5, 1998 and Nov. 11, 1998; Alfred Tetrault, Oct. 27, 1998; and Leon Tetrault, Oct. 27, 1998.
Breor, Dorothy Mary (Boyle)
18“The Life of Dorothy Mary (Boyle) Breor” by Julie Michalowski and Jordana Petitt, Nov. 16, 1998. Includes personal photographs (prints and copies), mementos from students, and newspaper clippings. Interviews with Dorothy Breor, Oct. 12, 1998 and Nov. 14, 1998.
Bucala, Christine
19“Christine Bucala” by Billy Boyle and Mike Liebenow, Nov. 17, 1997. Includes copies of personal photographs, newspaper clippings, and personal notes. Interviews with Ruth Omasta, n.d. and Doris Omasta, n.d.
Correa de Andrade, Carlos Henrique
20“Brazil and Carlos Henrique Correa de Andrade” by Aubrey Chabot and Sarah Ranney, Nov. 24, 1997. Includes copies of newspaper clippings and personal photographs.
Cowles
21“The Cowles Family” by Kristy Matusiewicz, Feb. 14, 1994. Includes personal photographs (prints), copies of petition, and John Cowles’ will. Interviews with Homer Cowles, Feb. 1, 1994; Terry Cowles, Jan. 31, 1994 and Feb. 9, 1994.
Donnelly, Anne
22“Anne Donnelly: A Norwegian in Hatfield” by Patrick Naughton, Nov. 16, 1997. Includes copies of personal and published photographs, map, and sketch. Interviews with Anne Donnelly, Nov. 4 [1997] and Nov. 12 [1997]; William Donnelly, Nov. 4 [1997].
Englehardt
23“The Englehardt Family of 129 West Street” by Chris Balise, Feb. 12, 1991. Includes copies of personal photographs. Interviews with Francis Englehardt, Jan. 27, 1991; Mary Englehardt, Jan. 27, 1991.
Faszca, Chester
24“Chester Faszca” by Victoria Abarno, Nov. 16, 1998.
Includes copies of personal photographs.
Finkowski, Victor
25“Victor Finkowski: His Life in the 29th Division, and as a Cook” by Jonathan Banas, Feb. 12, 1996. Includes copies of personal photographs, Separation Qualification Record, map, and sketches. Interviews with Victor Finkowski, 1995 and 1996.
Gillespie, Jr. Anthony
26“Anthony Gillespie, Jr., Marine: World War II” by T. Jay Brick, Feb. 12, 1996. Includes copies of correspondence from USMC, newspaper clipping, discharge certificate, initiation cards into Ancient Order of the Deep and the Domain of the Golden Dragon, and thank you form letter from President Harry Truman. Interview with Anthony Gillespie, Jr., 1996.
Godek, Frank
27“Frank Godek and the L-2, L-4, L-5 Piper Club” by John Ponti and David Carpenter, Feb. 12, 1996. Includes copies of newspaper clippings, sketches, medical documents, and diploma. Interview with Frank Godek, 1996.
Godleski, Peg
28“Peg Godleski” by Riley Godleski, Nov. 16, 1998. Includes copies of personal photographs, newspaper clippings, Second Class Fireman’s Renewal Licenses, and birth certificate. Interview with Peg Godleski, 1998.
Golash, Stanley
29“Remembering a Veteran’s Footsteps” by Thomas Ryan, Feb. 13, 1995. Includes copies of personal photographs and maps. Interview with Stanley Golash, Dec. 23, 1994.
Gore, Robert W.
30“Robert W. Gore” by Lisa O’Brien, Feb. 13, 1995. Includes copies of personal photographs, Honorable Discharge report and certificate, and a list of locations he had been.
Gorniewicz-Piankowski, Josephine
31“Josephine Gorniewicz-Piankowski” by Emma Colgan, c. Nov. 16, 1998. Includes copies of personal photographs. Interviews with Pauline Osley, n.d.; Sandy Walsh, n.d.
Graves
32“The Graves Family in Hatfield: The First Generations” by Stephen Gaughan, Feb. 10, 1992. Includes copies of published photographs, sketches, and published articles. Interviews with Helen Malcolm Graves Baxter, Feb. 2, 1992; Marilyn Graves Pessolano, Feb. 2, 1992; Robert Sawicki, Feb. 3, 1992.
Gutfinski, Leon and Nellie
33“The Stress on the Home Front: The Tales of Leon and Nellie Gutfinski” by Alison-Kate Kopinto and Carla Santiago, Feb. 11, 1996. Includes copies of personal photographs, order of induction, rationing cards, map, Motor Vehicle Operator’s Permit, off-duty pass, and newspaper clippings. Interviews with Leon and Nellie Gutfinski, Jan. 21, 1996 and Feb. 3, 1996.
Hastings
34“The Hastings Family” by Elizabeth Erickson and Kelly Lambiasi, Feb. 14, 1994. Includes copies of newspaper clippings, Hastingsfamily tree, Hastings coat of arms, and deeds. Interviews with Mary Lou Cutter, 1993 and 1994; Glenn Hastings, 1994.
Hurley, David
35“Chief David Hurley” by Marissa Hurley and Allisonn Molloy, Nov. 16, 1998. Includes personal photographs (prints), copies of driver’s license, newspaper clipping, and birth certificate. Interviews with David Hurley, Oct. 29, 1998 and Nov. 5, 1998; John Vey, Nov. 3, 1998.
Jackowski, Al
36“The World War II Experiences of Al Jackowski” by Kenneth Jamrog and Amy Lovell, Feb. 13, 1995. Includes copies of personal photographs and map. Interview with Al Jackowski, Jan. 11, 1995.
Jagodzinski, Stanley J.
37“Memoirs of a Hatfield Soldier” by David Jagodzinski, Feb. 12, 1996. Includes copies of personal photographs, Army Separation Qualification Record, maps, Honorable discharge documents, and newspaper clipping.
Kaiser
Kaiser, Alfred Joseph
38“Dr. Alfred Joseph Kaiser: The Medicine Man of Hatfield!!!” by Nick Kaiser, Nov. 15, 1998. Includes copies of map and personal photographs. Interviews with Alfred Kaiser, Oct. 24, 1998; Edward Kaiser, Nov. 1, 1998.
Kaiser, Olga
39“Olga Kaiser” by John Wilkes Jr., Nov. 24, 1997. Includes copies of published photographs and floor plans of Auschwitz, US Certificate of Citizenship, and maps. Interviews with Halina Wilkes, Nov. 11, 1997; Olga Kaiser, Nov. 7, 1997.
Kempisty, Jean
40“Miss Jean Kempisty: Teacher, Traveler, Friend” by Nicholas Wickles and Matthew Davison, Nov. 16, 1998. Includes copies of personal photographs, birth certificate, and diplomas from M.H. McCarthy’s BusinessCollege and the StateTeachers College at Westfield. Interview with Jean Kempisty, Nov. 1, 1998.
Kerrigan, Mary
41“Nursing in WWII: Mary Kerrigan’s Experiences” by Deanna Jones and Jillian Tarr, Feb. 12, 1996. Includes copies of personal photographs, USA Certificate of Service, military record, form thank you letter from Harry Truman, and cadet nurse uniform flier. Interview with Mary Mullins Kerrigan, 1996.
Kinsley, Elbridge
42“Elbridge Kinsley” by Megan Parsons, Feb. 9, 1994. Includes copies of personal photos (prints and copies) and newspaper articles. Interviews with Elise-Bernier Feely, Feb. 9, 1994; Faith Kaufmann, Feb. 9, 1994.
Korza, Roger
43“Roger Korza” by Tracey Gove and Brian Barnard, 1986. Includes personal photographs (prints). Interview with Roger Korza, Jan. 11, 1986.
Kugler, Suzanne M.
44“Suzanne M. Kugler” by Sophie Szych and Jayna Pedruczny, Feb. 12, 1991. Includes copies of yearbook photographs and clothing designs. Interview with Suzanne M. Kugler, n.d.
Lavigne, Don
45“Don Lavigne: Prisoner of War” by David Luekens and Corey Dunn, Feb. 13, 1995. Includes copies of maps and published photographs. Interview with Donald Lavigne, n.d.
LeVitre, Pius
46“Pius LeVitre” by Mendi LeVitre, Feb. 14, 1994. Includes copies of personal photographs, patent for weighing and bagging machines, invoices, and correspondence. Interviews with Evelyn Belden, Feb. 10, 1994; Chester Prosnal, Feb. 5, 1994; Carol Marsella, Jan. 23, 1994.
Lucier-Bandman, Elsie
47“The Experiences of Elsie Lucier-Bandman, Registered Nurse during World War II” by James Sullivan, Feb. 12, 1996. Includes copies of published and personal photographs and maps. Interviews with Elsie-Lucier-Bandman, Dec. 19, 1995 and Dec. 21, 1995.
Maciorowski, Stanley
48“The Experiences of Stanley Maciorowski During World War II” by AnaChrista Hanlon and Sarah Nowak, Feb. 13, 1995. Includes copies of identification cards, discharge certificates, personal photographs, and graduation program. Interview withStanley Maciorowski, Jan. 18, 1995.
May, George
49“George May” by Justin Herzig, Nov. 16, 1998. Includes copies of personal photographs andNotification of Birth Registration. Interviews with George May, Oct. 19, 1998 and Nov. 1, 1998; June May, Oct. 19, 1998 and Nov. 1, 1998; Mae Kosula, Oct. 16, 1998; Frederick Herzig, Oct. 15, 1998 and Nov. 14, 1998; Kristine Herzig, Oct. 15, 1998, Oct. 29, 1998, Nov. 7, 1998, and Nov. 14, 1998.
McLaughlin, Fred
50“Fred McLaughlin Remembers World War II” by Hannah Zahn, Feb. 13, 1995. Includes copies of published photographs, Military Training Certificate, military record, map, correspondence, Enlisted Record, Certificate of Service, Separation Qualification Record, and Honorable Discharge certificate. Interviews with Fred McLaughlin, Dec. 23, 1994, Jan. 15, 1995, and Feb. 10, 1995.
Mendyk, Michael
51“Michael Mendyk” by Rachel Skorupski and Kimberly Vachula, Nov. 17, 1997. Includes copies of maps, published photographs, newspaper clippings, and personal photographs. Interviews with Michael Mendyk, Helen Mendyk, Nov. 15 [1997].
Miastkowski, Henryka
52“Henryka Miastkowski” by Megan Maguire and Lauren Maciorowski, Nov. 17, 1997. Includes copies of maps, personal photographs, birth certificate, and marriage certificate. Interview with Henryka Miastkowski, Nov. 11 [1997].
Michalowski, Emilla (Zlaeska)
53“Emilla (Zlaeska) Michalowski” by Jared Wohlander and Eric Nicholas, Nov. 17, 1997. Includes copies of personal and published photographs, maps, and newspaper clippings. Interview with Helen Michalowski, n.d.
Mieleszko, Joeseph A.
54“The South Pacific: Story of Joeseph A. Mieleszko” by Blake Geryk and Jamie-Ryan Wise, Feb. 10, 1996. Includes copies of maps, and personal and published photographs. Interview with Joe Mieleszko, 1996.
Moser, Barry
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“Barry Moser and the Pennyroyal Press” by Jillian Stevens, Feb. 14, 1994. Includes copies of sketches. Interview with Barry Moser, 1986.
Muller, Florence
56“Mrs. Florence Muller” by Kristen Skoglund and Whitney Osborn, Feb. 14, 1994. Includes copies of personal photographs, birth certificate, correspondence, certificate from WheatonCollege, certificate from the Republican National Committee, and yearbook photographs. Interviews with Helen Bardwell, Feb. 13, 1994; James Devlin, Jan. 24, 1994; Ruth Kellogg, Feb. 1, 1994 and Feb. 2, 1994; Brenda Kempisty, Feb. 2, 1994; Florence Muller, Jan. 9, 1994; Ronald Punska, Jan. 22, 1994; and Leonard Yarrows, Feb. 1, 1994.
The Nonotuck Indians
57“The Nonotuck Indians” by Jason Ponti, Feb. 8, 1993. Includes copies of drawings, maps, and articles.
Noves, Worth
58“Reverend Worth Noves” by Robert Betsold, Nov. 16, 1998. Includes copies of personal photographs, EMT certificate, firefighter training certificates, and dedication in 1993 Hatfield Town Report. Interview with Worth Noves, Oct. 28 [1998].
Olszewski, William
59“Marauder Bombardier – Navigator World War Two: The Story of Lt. Col. William Olszewski” by Robert J. Aquadro, Feb. 12, 1996. Includes copies of personal photographs, maps, and illustrations. Interviews with Lt. Col. William Olszewski, 1995 and 1996; Robert Rochleleau, 1996.
Ozimek, Eugene
60“Father [Eugene] Ozimek” by Bonnie Gaudette, Feb. 28, 1985. Includes copies of personal photographs, and a written prayer. Interview with Eugene Ozimek, Feb. 18, 1985.
Paine, Ethal
61“Ethal Paine: Life on the Home Front in Hatfield, Massachusetts During WWII” by Jamie Tylunas, Feb. 13, 1995. Includes copies of personal photographs, Red Cross ad, supply collection ads, rationing calendar, booklets, stamps, instructions, air raid warning system instructions, and newspaper clipping. Interviews with Marjorie Crossman, Jan. 15, 1995; Ethal Paine, Jan. 7, 1995 and Jan. 15, 1995; and Sophie Tylunas, Jan. 15, 1995.
Partyka, Joseph
62“The Life of the Immigrant Joseph Partyka” by Brittney Wickles and Allison Osborn, Nov. 17, 1997. Includes personal photographs (prints), copies of newspaper clipping, and map. Interviews with Helen Dzialo and Genevieve Wickles, Nov. 12 [1997].
Pessolano, Michael P.
63“The Role of the Signal Corps in World War II and Chief Warrant Officer Michael P. Pessolano” by Kerry Gaughan, Feb. 13, 1995. Includes copies of personal photographs, correspondence, certificate of service, and military record.
Pickunka, Ronald J.
64“Ronald J. Pickunka” by Adrian Sackheim, Nov. 16, 1998. Includes photographs (prints), copies of birth certificate, personal deed, marriage certificate, and deputy sheriff certificate.
The Pocuntuck Indians
65“The Pocuntuck Indians” by Abe Phelps and Matt Brown, 1988. Includes copies of published photographs, Indian language translation sheet, sketches, and newspaper article. Interview with Robert Eaton, n.d.
Powers, Edmond
66“A History of Edmond Powers” by Nathan Davis, Nov. 17, 1997. Includes copies of personal and published photographs, newspaper clippings, book article, population and census documents.
Prew, Rita
67“Rita Prew: On the Home Front” by Angelina Korpiewski and Christy Bielunis, 1996. Includes copies of personal and yearbook photographs, ration booklet and coupons. Interviews with Rita Prew, 1996 and 1996.
Proulx, Eugene
68“Eugene Proulx: The Story of a Corsair Pilot” by Justin Folts, Feb. 13, 1995. Includes copies of maps, personal and published photographs, and graphic illustrations. Interviews with Eugene Proulx, Nov. 1994; and Michael Shebak, Jan. 1995.