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Needham History: How Did Needham Get Its Name?
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Needham History: How Did Needham Get Its Name?

No one was named 'Needham' A detail from the Dedham Farmers’ Petition, showing the very first written use of our new town name. Note the...

Gloria Greis, Needham History Center and Museum
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