Rubber Avenue: When Work Was the First Neighborhood
Welcome to Rubber Avenue Stories — a gathering place for the people whose stories live at the heart of this book. This is a space to share memories, follow the writing journey, and keep the conversation going.
Share Your StoryYou can also browse the Document Archive and explore the Stories — comment on any event that catches your eye.
Stories Shared So Far
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As a recent graduate of Lowell tech, now Umass in 69 came to Naugatuck with a full tank of gas and 10$ in 1969.
Gave me a great career in many disciplines, always challenging career choices. Up and down economics over the years but still bleed Uniroyal Red!
Thanks for sharing your story! What disciplines/areas were part of your career? – Lisa