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Billy Ward Playground, formerly Brook Street Playground, and former site of the Aspinwall House, 88 Aspinwall Ave. The house's foundation is still present on site. The land was acquired by the town of Brookline in 1914 from William and Thomas Aspinwall; adjacent lots were acquired in 1972 to expand the park. A 1992 rennovation changed the named to the Billy Ward Playground. The steeple of St. Paul's Episcopal is visible above the treeline.

Scope and Contents Boards in front of the Soldiers' Monument by the Public Library, bearing the names of Brookline men and women currently serving in the armed forces during World War II. The boards were erected by the town, designed by the town Engineering Department, and dedicated on Armistice Day (Nov. 11), 1942. Three boards were installed initially, each with the capacity to display 1,800 names; a fourth board was added at a later date. 3,154 names populated the boards at their unveililing in 1942...

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General Views refers to geographical locations in Brookline, showing scenery, countryside, and buildings. Other series will reference specific houses and roads.

Scope and Contents From the Series:

General Views refers to geographical locations in Brookline, showing scenery, countryside, and buildings. Other series will reference specific houses and roads.

Scope and Contents From the Series:

General Views refers to geographical locations in Brookline, showing scenery, countryside, and buildings. Other series will reference specific houses and roads.