Tuesday, March 31, 2020

'Turnback Tuesday' highlights The Bassett Co. in Derby


Turnback Tuesday visits one of the oldest manufacturing companies, The Bassett Co. 
It was started in 1836 by David Bassett who was the pioneer auger manufacturer. 
In 1842, the property was passed on to his son, Robert N. Bassett. Robert continued to make augers and added galvanized pump chains to the production line. 
He brought much success to this metal specialty manufacturing company with corset steels, dress stays, etc. In 1859, they produced hoop skirt wire and then added covered corset wire.


Thanks as always to the Derby Public Library for sharing interesting local history each week!

White Hills Fire Company 5 in Shelton turns on holiday lights


This is a great way to boost the community's spirits! 

State issues latest update of COVID-19 cases as of March 31


Naugatuck Valley Health District: 3 more Shelton residents die from COVID-19


Recuperation journey: Squirrel watching

He's diggin' it.

Right paw up ...

and left paw up before he scurried away.

I took this sequence of photos this afternoon through a glass door. Trying to keep busy whilst staying in the house.


Trinity Lutheran Church in Shelton offers food to residents in need