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- ↑ Worthington 1827, pp. 106–107.
- ↑ Worthington 1827, p. 79.
- ↑ Worthington 1827, p. 79-81.
- ↑ Brigham, Dave (August 5, 2021). "Dedham Powder House" . Retrieved August 5, 2023.
