Explore the history of Worcester, Massachusetts through the detailed diary entries of Franklin P. Rice. From the town's early days in the 17th century to the more recent developments in the 19th century, this book captures the essence of what makes Worcester such a unique and fascinating place. Rice's meticulous research and attention to detail bring to life the people, events, and milestones that have shaped Worcester's history. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.