"Ye Old Blacksmith Shop" circa 1910
Photo furnished by Rushford Historical Society
"Further discussion was held on a proposal from Allegany Engineers to repair and stabilize the Blacksmith Shop. The Price was $27,000.00. This price
is beyond what the Historical Society can do. At this point Bob Hewitt said he has looked at the building and feels he can work on the building for considerably less. He proposes
putting the building back to its original dimensions, rebuilding the walls and placing them on the concrete pad. Shorten the building to 28 feet. This would move the structure
away from the creek, preventing further problems. Also the roof would be taken back to original dimensions. The building will need to be emptied and an okay from the Building
Inspector. All salable scrap will be sold immediately. Leonard and Lois Bruce offered their barn for storing items during construction. Lumber donations from Milt Hubbard and
Leonard Bruce were offered. Clean up on the Shop will begin immediately with a work day after the meeting Saturday, January 13th."