February

2/27/1886 The steeple of First Congregational Church was blown down. It fell into the sanctuary, but no one was hurt.

2/1740  Richard Falley fought in the French and Indian Wars, returned home and became the town blacksmith. He became the Chief Armorer of the musket works at Charlestown, Ma during the Revolution and had a secret armory here in Westfield.

2/1799  Lumps Hollow District and school house formed. Later renamed Franklin Street District