I Spy My Hometown - Hoosick Falls, NY


	A temporary wooden tower Was part of its display. Over time it gave away. A stone tower was built in its place. It stands tall and strong in the same space. The pealing bell you can hear ringing, As the people gather for Sunday singing.
A Gothic Revival, by a river valley, New York routes 7 and 22 roll past. Students and visitors don't dally As they enter through the portals vast.
	Children entered through my wooden door Sat at desks, with books and a globe On my slate board, two plus two is four, In the room's middle, is a warm wood stove.
This house has the shape of a polygon. Instead of four sides, it has eight. Each wall stands tall and straight. Its foundation is still good and strong. It has stood the test as time wears on.
	I've had at various times Three different names, But always my business Has stayed the same. My front is dressed up With a clock and a key. Come in, we'll help you Manage your money!
Amid a field of stones, A painter's place of rest, An American folk artist, She was one of the best.
	Sitting at the corner Of Church and Elm you'll find, I'm the second oldest In the state of my kind. The National Guard And Town Offices you will see, If you come and look inside of me.
Standing at the corner Of Church Street and John, This store, as in the past, Still its function carries on. Inside you may hear them say, "How can I fill your prescription? Have a nice day."
	Step back in time, A place of discovery. Hundreds of vintage goods and wares Hands on experience, You must handle with care. Unequaled to any store today, Teaching you how they did things The old fashioned way.
In days of old one stop you'd make, The mail, prescriptions, groceries to take. And at the end of the day, Around a ballroom you could sway.
	Up the big steps I saw Lions on each side. If you break our law, Behind bars is where you'll hide.
The British were coming To steal our supplies, But Stark and his men Gave quite a surprise. On a hill overlooking the rippling Walloomsac, The Patriots fought hard to beat them all back.
	Blue sky above, Sparkling water below, Neither can be seen Driving to and fro.
Ten years after a banker's death We laid a cornerstone. On that place we made a place, To take a book for loan.
	I began making wet matts, But now I make automotive gaskets. When you come and visit me, My water tower is what you'll see.

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