avatarWilliam J Spirdione

Summary

The website content describes Hudson, New Hampshire, as a working-class town with a rich natural environment and historical significance, located 34 miles north of Boston and on the Merrimack river, reflecting on its past and expressing hope for a diverse future while showcasing local photography.

Abstract

Hudson, a town in New England with a population of 24,000, is situated on the Merrimack river and is known for its natural beauty, including mountains, forests, and proximity to the ocean. It has a history linked to Boston through a railroad that contributed to its prosperity in the early 20th century. The town prides itself on its livable open spaces, historical landmarks, and community assets such as parks, libraries, and schools that have been gifts to the town. The content also includes a call to action for community involvement in shaping the town's future.

Opinions

  • The author seems to value the town's history and its connection to nature, as well as its potential for embracing a diverse future.
  • There is a sense of pride in the town's working-class roots and the community's power to enact change.
  • The inclusion of photographs by William J Spirdione suggests an appreciation for local art and the beauty of the town's four seasons.
  • The mention of the town's patron and the gifts of a library and high school indicates a recognition of philanthropy and its impact on the community.
  • The reference to the "mystery" of embracing a diverse future suggests a contemplative stance on the town's current trajectory and openness to change.

My Town

A sonnet

photo William J Spirdione

Living in average New England town, For the last quarter of a century. Thirty four miles north of Boston is found, Hudson, New Hampshire incidentally.

On the banks of the Merrimack river. Twenty four thousand working class do live. Mountains, ocean, forests, do deliver. What nature within an hours drive can give.

The beginning of the last century, Connected to historic Boston by, railroad to our zoo, now a memory, Brought wealth, summer visitors, apple pie.

Livable open space and history. Embracing diverse future? Mystery.

We all have the power to work for needed change. Get involved. Thank you Muhammad Nasrullah Khan for the prompt. Here are some additional Photos of my town.

photos by William J Spirdione (Hudson’s four seasons)

Old train station to Boston

Zoo, now a park

Old home of town patron

Old and new library both gifts to town

High School and chapel also gifts

Last cows in town

Old schoolhouse

Merrimack river

photos by William J Spirdione
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