A terrible tragedy took place yesterday in Newtown, Connecticut. My thoughts go out to this devastated community, which is such a beautiful place. The house pictured above, at 46 Main Street in Newtown, was built around 1865 and was the home of David Johnson, who ran the Newtown General Store across the street. The picture was taken a few years ago, in the Spring during happier days. Here are some other great houses on Main Street in Newtown:

Above is 65 Main Street, built in 1867.

Above is 40 Main Street, built c. 1880.

Above is 34 Main Street, built c. 1870.

Above is 58 Main Street, built c. 1800.

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David Johnson House (1865)