Hello, In yesterday's "Lowell Sun," there is mention: "Holiday Open House at REED Homestead" "Townsend, MA" - The Townsend Historical Society will host the annual Holiday Open House at the REED Homestead, 72 Main Street, on Sunday, from 1 to 4 pm. Visitors will learn about the REED family and why the circa 1809 Federal style house is still unspoiled by modern renovations. Tours include seeing the hand-painted woodwork, a sink pump, the working hearth and beehive oven, the vast clothing collection, and the remarkable Rufus Porter murals. It is free of charge." How many people have used a "sink pump?" :o) Or, had to "prime" an old "pump" in the yard? I have. Mostly from camping experiences as a child, both "summer camps" and "log cabins" at State Parks. Betty (near Lowell, MA) www.lowellsun.com