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In the early 1900s Theodore Granger (after whom Granger Street is named) bought a parcel of land which was 16 acres in size in pursuit of his dream to become a farmer. His skills at farming were less than his skills as a carpenter and the farm did not thrive but parcels of land were given to family
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Sixteen Acres also features the 28-acre (11 ha) Greenleaf Park, Greenleaf community center, a branch library, and two private beach clubs (Bass Pond and the Paddle Club). Commercial clusters on Wilbraham Road and Allen Street provide shopping.
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The residents of the area were largely isolated from the rest of Springfield, as no public transportation served the area.
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in character. Unlike what its name might suggest, the neighborhood covers 4,506 acres.
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Sixteen Acres residents have a quick drive to East Longmeadow's employers, such as
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Course. Besides streets of newer ranches, colonials, split-levels, and
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The area remained largely rural until after World War II.
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