The Hampden Emery and Corundum Co. was a busy factory in Chester on the railroad. The raw stone (Dave pictured holding one) was dropped here by rail and ground to make the grinding wheels. There were several buildings including the main factory which still stands today. Learn more during virtual Chester on Track Saturday May 22nd Link to watch: https://youtu.be/Rj-BR5NZCec
Hampden Emery and Corundum
Western Mass Hilltown Hikers2021-05-19T07:30:01-04:00May 19th, 2021|Chester, Hilltown History, Railroad|
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