West Hartford History: When Did the Horse Car Service Begin?

If you think you know the answer or have a special memory related to the photo, respond in the "Leave a comment" box below this article. We'll run the answer next Monday, along with a new historical photo. The image has been provided by the Noah Webster House & West Hartford Historical Society. For more information on the museum's collection and programs, visit www.noahwebsterhouse.org.

Last week we asked: "Where Was This House?" and we got three different guesses. Elizabeth thought it was 208 North Main Street, view from the back of the house. Bill Quigg thought it on South Main St., and Lew Block thought it was the Benjamin Colton House at 25 Sedgwick Rd.

Elizabeth's answer is the closest, although we are not sure if that is the correct street number. The official answer from the Noah Webster House and West Hartford Historical Society is: "The Bidwell-Mix house was located on North Main St. and was built at three different time periods. In 1924, despite being designated an important architectural gem, the house was replaced with a modern dwelling."