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Committee discusses town clock upkeep; members advise against manual bell ringing

Town of Hubbardston · April 13, 2026
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Committee members described clock-winding procedures, arranged backup training, and cautioned that manually pulling the bell rope could damage the historic bell; a volunteer (Hunter) showed how to wind the mechanism with guidance from Mr. Tangway.

Committee members discussed maintenance of the town clock and bell after a member reported Hunter had been shown how to wind the mechanism by Mr. Tangway. Members agreed to have Hunter wind the clock on a regular schedule (Monday and Thursday) and to train Travis as a backup so more than one person knows how to operate…

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