Randolph band in front of the Town Hall

Randolph band in front of the Town Hall

At the time this photograph was taken, Stetson Hall served as the Town Hall. This band was directed by Thomas Goeres, a boot tacker who lived on West St. The volunteer band marched in local parades and held summer concerts. Included in the photo are (front row, L to R) Bert Beals, Percy Thompson, Cliff Archer, (second row, L to R) Sam Foster, Bill McLeer, Edward Roddan, Thomas Goeres, Hank Wales, an unidentified band member, Henry Dunphy, (third row, L to R) two unidentified band members, Ernest Baker, an unidentified band member, Joe Williamson, Dr. (?) Locke, Malcome Hawes, Arthur Shedd, Frank Beals, and Jake Bennam.

Digital image: Randolph Historical Commission

ca. May 26, 1916

Donated by William G. McLeer, 1968

Collection: McLeer family papers

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