Historian Jeff Murray takes a look into West Hartford’s past to uncover some surprising information, stir up some memories, or reflect on how much life has changed – or hasn’t changed at all. Enjoy this week’s ‘From West Hartford’s Archives’ …

By Jeff Murray

The end of August signals the end of summer and the start of a brand new school year. It brings a sense of new beginnings; students are full of energy.

For younger kids, the first days can bring jitters about new teachers and responsibilities. The kids in this photo from the early 1900s don’t look too happy to be crowding around on the grass, but this snapshot captures the group of students who would mingle and form new relationships; some of them would lay the foundation for the rest of their lives, no doubt. This was Rebekah Wheel

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