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2019 West Farms Treatment ReportSTONE CONSERVATION TREATMENTS West Farms Cemetery, Northampton MA MONUMENT CONSERVATION COLLABORATIVE LLC, NORFOLK, CT © 2019All information given and recommendations made herein are based upon our research and are believed to be accurate, but no guarantee, either expressed or implied, is made with respect thereto or with respect to the infringement of any patent . October 2019 Page 1 Documentation of Restorations to West Farms Cemetery, Northampton, MA 2019 STONE CONSERVATION TREATMENTS West Farms Cemetery, Northampton MA MONUMENT CONSERVATION COLLABORATIVE LLC, NORFOLK, CT © 2019All information given and recommendations made herein are based upon our research and are believed to be accurate, but no guarantee, either expressed or implied, is made with respect thereto or with respect to the infringement of any patent . October 2019 Page 2 Approximate location of markers in West Farms Cemetery. Red markers circled in red have been restored. Red markers not circled will need future restorations Priority 1 Hazardous B5.1 John Stockwell C3.2 Oliver Bartlett C5.2 Lucy Bartlett C9.1 Stebbins C9.2 Wilbur E7.1 Naomi Miller F7.2 Phebe Hoyt F10.1 Munyan G2.1 Francis E. Stockwell G5.2 Rufus Bosworth G5.3 Martha Bosworth G6.1 Clarissa Cole G8.2 Lewis Stockwell G8.3 Elvira Stockwell G9.4 Stockwell G10.1 Burdick G10.2 n.a. Priority 1 markers stabilized and restored in 2019 STONE CONSERVATION TREATMENTS West Farms Cemetery, Northampton MA MONUMENT CONSERVATION COLLABORATIVE LLC, NORFOLK, CT © 2019All information given and recommendations made herein are based upon our research and are believed to be accurate, but no guarantee, either expressed or implied, is made with respect thereto or with respect to the infringement of any patent . October 2019 Page 3 Resetting Tilted, Fallen and Sunken Markers It’s often not possible to determine how to reset early grave markers until the resetting site has been excavated. Below grade bases are often discovered and can be re-used. Tilted markers are often fractured below grade and will require a new base. Earlier gravestones are typically long panels of stone that were set directly into the ground. After determination of the correct location and orientation of the stone, soil was removed to an appropriate depth. Gravel (or broken stone) was introduced to establish a stable base. The stone was made plumb and level, and set in plane with the adjacent markers. Backfilling was done with sand and gravel, wetted and compacted. Every effort was to re- place disturbed areas with existing topsoil and turf. Documentation Prior to starting any work, all gravestones, tombs and other monuments to be restored were digitally recorded. A condition assessment form was prepared for each monument, describing existing conditions and recommended treat- ments. Documentation was made of all conservation treatments performed, and a completed set of these documents is enclosed. All digital images are record- ed on the enclosed DVD and are identified with the marker’s ID number; the grid location on the enclosed map. STONE CONSERVATION TREATMENTS West Farms Cemetery, Northampton MA MONUMENT CONSERVATION COLLABORATIVE LLC, NORFOLK, CT © 2019All information given and recommendations made herein are based upon our research and are believed to be accurate, but no guarantee, either expressed or implied, is made with respect thereto or with respect to the infringement of any patent . October 2019 Page 4 Resetting into existing bases In many cases, fallen markers had been originally set into below grade sandstone bases. When discovered, these bases were often uncommonly deep, more than one foot. Bases were excavated, examined for soundness and reset level at a higher elevation and aligned with adjacent markers. When excavating for resetting often original, or old bases are discovered Old base reset higher and aligned with adjacent markers Gravestones that required insertion into existing bases were set with a relatively weak cement/lime- based grout (3:2:9 with fine aggregates (000), made fluid with a high-range water reducer which ensures a complete fill. This was poured into the base slot. Stones were braced for a minimum of three days to limit movement during curing of the grout. STONE CONSERVATION TREATMENTS West Farms Cemetery, Northampton MA MONUMENT CONSERVATION COLLABORATIVE LLC, NORFOLK, CT © 2019All information given and recommendations made herein are based upon our research and are believed to be accurate, but no guarantee, either expressed or implied, is made with respect thereto or with respect to the infringement of any patent . October 2019 Page 5 Resetting into New Bases A new below-grade base was fabricated when an original base could not be located, or the existing base was damaged beyond repair. Fabrication of a base was also necessary to re-erect the upper fragment(s) of earlier gravestones that did not have adequate length for conventional re-setting. These stones were usually fractured at or near the ground level and their lower elements are missing. Bases were made on site by casting in place with concrete. The casting is generally 9 to 12 inches deep, and 6 inches greater in both thickness and width than the stone itself. The finished top surface of the base should be entirely below grade. A form for a 1 inch deep setting slot, ½ inch wider and ½ thicker than the stone, was positioned in the concrete. After the base cured, the gravestone was reset into the slot with a cement/lime-based grout as previously described. The top of the new base was covered with topsoil. Form for new below grade concrete base Concrete poured, with form for setting slot in place Form removed, ready for resetting marker STONE CONSERVATION TREATMENTS West Farms Cemetery, Northampton MA MONUMENT CONSERVATION COLLABORATIVE LLC, NORFOLK, CT © 2019All information given and recommendations made herein are based upon our research and are believed to be accurate, but no guarantee, either expressed or implied, is made with respect thereto or with respect to the infringement of any patent . October 2019 Page 6 Resetting onto existing Bases When required, existing bases were lev- eled and aligned with adjacent markers. For resetting onto existing bases or ledg- ers, setting surfaces were first cleaned and primed with Acryl 60 diluted with water 1:3. Marker and elements were reset with a cement/lime-based grout (3:2:9) with fine aggregates (000). When necessary, stones were braced for a minimum of three days to limit move- ment during curing of the grout. Discovering and excavating existing base. Raising and re-setting base Marker securely reset onto base STONE CONSERVATION TREATMENTS West Farms Cemetery, Northampton MA MONUMENT CONSERVATION COLLABORATIVE LLC, NORFOLK, CT © 2019All information given and recommendations made herein are based upon our research and are believed to be accurate, but no guarantee, either expressed or implied, is made with respect thereto or with respect to the infringement of any patent . October 2019 Page 7 Resetting onto existing bases cont’d Any remaining failed setting mortar or material is removed by hand and the setting surfaces treated with D/2 Biological Solution. Existing pins were inspected and if sound, were re-used. If missing or unsound they were removed by drilling around them with a core drill and replaced with stainless steel threaded rods. Setting holes were drilled to clean out debris. Loose pins are easily removed by hand and replaced with threaded stainless steel. Below: failed setting mortar removed from setting surfaces and areas treated with antimicrobial D/2 Above: Example of cracking cause by rusted pin. Below: Iron pins removed with core drill, replaced with threaded stainless steel. Rusted iron pins expand and have cracked this marble base and marker. STONE CONSERVATION TREATMENTS West Farms Cemetery, Northampton MA MONUMENT CONSERVATION COLLABORATIVE LLC, NORFOLK, CT © 2019All information given and recommendations made herein are based upon our research and are believed to be accurate, but no guarantee, either expressed or implied, is made with respect thereto or with respect to the infringement of any patent . October 2019 Page 8 Resetting Monuments Older large monuments are typically set on a deep bed of dry laid stones. At times these stones will shift due to ground conditions; sometimes due to burrowing animals, frost heaves, flooding, etc. causing the monument to tilt and be- come unstable. At a certain angle they be- come hazardous to them- selves, adjacent stones, and to bystanders. Using cranes or hydraulic jacks to lift these substantial monuments, the base is stabi- lized and set level. If required, individual elements are sepa- rated and reset onto a mortar bed. Tilted Obelisk Scaffolding is used to help aid resetting the upper elements Example of leveling the base with hydraulic jacks. STONE CONSERVATION TREATMENTS West Farms Cemetery, Northampton MA MONUMENT CONSERVATION COLLABORATIVE LLC, NORFOLK, CT © 2019All information given and recommendations made herein are based upon our research and are believed to be accurate, but no guarantee, either expressed or implied, is made with respect thereto or with respect to the infringement of any patent . October 2019 Page 9 Structural Adhesion All fragments were carefully cleaned and dry fitted. A thixotropic, thermosetting structural resin (A-5522, by Abatron, Kenosha, WI or equivalent) was thinly and evenly applied along the bond line only. The fragments were aligned, joined with clamps, and adequately braced during curing, which was typically a period of several days. Several factors, including weathering, can result in a loss of stone surface, which results in a poor 'fit' at the fracture. In this instance, a structural fill (mix of structural resin and fine aggregates) was required in addition to the structural adhesive. The fill was tucked into any voids of the fracture, but was kept well back from the surface of the stone. After curing, the structural fill was concealed by installation of an appropriately colored cement/lime-based crack filler or restoration mortar (see “Cracks and Losses”). Work in this section was not performed when the temperature of the air or of the stone surface was below 50 degrees Fahrenheit. Example of structural adhesion STONE CONSERVATION TREATMENTS West Farms Cemetery, Northampton MA MONUMENT CONSERVATION COLLABORATIVE LLC, NORFOLK, CT © 2019All information given and recommendations made herein are based upon our research and are believed to be accurate, but no guarantee, either expressed or implied, is made with respect thereto or with respect to the infringement of any patent . October 2019 Page 10 Cracks and Losses The color and texture of all composites used to fill cracks and losses was matched to that of adjacent unsoiled stone. Fine cracks were filled with an integrally colored cement/lime-based formulation (Voidspan PHLc Crack Filler. Larger areas of loss were filled with Jahn™ M- 70, or M-110 Restoration Mortars. After partial curing, the fills and surrounding areas were treated with a light acid washing with 5% acetic acid. This final treatment removes any excess cement or lime from the surface of the filled areas. All treated areas were thoroughly rinsed with water. Fills and patches are made to look weathered. Where lettering and inscriptions are lost, they are not replaced. In these areas the filled plane is kept slightly back from the stone surface to indicate that there is a loss. Areas where there are no inscriptions can be filled level with the original stone. Example of fractured marker will fills, Before and After After structural adhesion, losses were filled with Jahn M-70 and M-110 pigmented STONE CONSERVATION TREATMENTS West Farms Cemetery, Northampton MA MONUMENT CONSERVATION COLLABORATIVE LLC, NORFOLK, CT © 2019All information given and recommendations made herein are based upon our research and are believed to be accurate, but no guarantee, either expressed or implied, is made with respect thereto or with respect to the infringement of any patent . October 2019 Page 11 PRODUCTS/SUPPLIERS D/2 Biological Solution Granite City Tool 11 Blackwell Street Barre, VT 05641 802) 476-3137 Jahn™ Restoration Mortars Cathedral Stone Products Inc. 7266 Park Circle Drive Hanover, MD 21076 USA 800 684 0901 fax 800 684 0904 Adhesives Aboweld 55-22 Abatron Inc 5501 95th Avenue Kenosha, WI 53144 414 653 2000 fax 414 653 2019 PRODUCTS/SUPPLIERS VoidSpan PHLc VoidSpan Technology 34 Boardman St Salem MA 01970 CONDITION ASSESSMENT MONUMENT CONSERVATION COLLABORATIVE LLC PO Box 541, Norfolk, CT 06058 860 307 6695 MCCLLC@gmail.com NAME ON MARKER Material: Marker Type: Cond. of Inscription: Inspected by: IS+MJ EXISTING CONDITIONS CONSERVATION STRATEGY TREATMENT Comments: All information given and recommendations made herein are based upon our research and are believed to be accurate, but no guarantee, either expressed or implied, in made with respect thereto. © MONUMENT CONSERVATION COLLABORATIVE LLC Location West Farms Rd Cemetery, Northampton, MA 11/28/2016 Conservation Priority: Date of treatment: John Stockwell Headstone on base Marble Legible Unstable on base Level base if required, reset to base 1. Marker removed from the area and inspected for soundness. 2. Setting area excavated to an appropriate depth removing any roots or large stones. 3. Base is aligned with adjacent markers and re-set level at ap- propriate height. 4. Area around base was backfilled with tamped gravel and re- graded with existing topsoil 5. Failed mortar removed from setting area and bottom of marker 6. Setting surfaces primed with Acryl 60 diluted 1:3 with water. 7. Marker reset plumb onto base with cement/lime mortar (3/2/9) with fine sand (00 or 000) 8. Excess grout removed and joint area cleaned. B5.1 10/3/2019 1 CONDITION ASSESSMENT MONUMENT CONSERVATION COLLABORATIVE LLC PO Box 541, Norfolk, CT 06058 860 307 6695 MCCLLC@gmail.com NAME ON MARKER Material: Marker Type: Cond. of Inscription: Inspected by: IS+MJ EXISTING CONDITIONS CONSERVATION STRATEGY TREATMENT Comments: All information given and recommendations made herein are based upon our research and are believed to be accurate, but no guarantee, either expressed or implied, in made with respect thereto. © MONUMENT CONSERVATION COLLABORATIVE LLC Location West Farms Rd Cemetery, Northampton, MA 11/28/2016 Conservation Priority: Date of treatment: Oliver Bartlett Headstone on base Marble Legible Unstable on base Reset elements Reset base if required 1. Marker removed from the area and inspected for soundness. 2. Setting area excavated to an appropriate depth removing any roots or large stones. 3. Base is aligned with adjacent markers and re-set level at ap- propriate height. 4. Area around base was backfilled with tamped gravel and re- graded with existing topsoil 5. Failed mortar removed from setting area and bottom of marker 6. Setting surfaces primed with Acryl 60 diluted 1:3 with water. 7. Marker reset plumb onto base with cement/lime mortar (3/2/9) with fine sand (00 or 000) 8. Excess grout removed and joint area cleaned. C3.2 10/3/2019 1 CONDITION ASSESSMENT MONUMENT CONSERVATION COLLABORATIVE LLC PO Box 541, Norfolk, CT 06058 860 307 6695 MCCLLC@gmail.com NAME ON MARKER Material: Marker Type: Cond. of Inscription: Inspected by: IS+MJ EXISTING CONDITIONS CONSERVATION STRATEGY TREATMENT Comments: All information given and recommendations made herein are based upon our research and are believed to be accurate, but no guarantee, either expressed or implied, in made with respect thereto. © MONUMENT CONSERVATION COLLABORATIVE LLC Location West Farms Rd Cemetery, Northampton, MA 11/28/2016 Conservation Priority: Date of treatment: Lucy Bartlett Headstone Marble Decipherable Tilted Possible new below grade base required for resetting 1. Setting area excavated for new below grade cast concrete base. Any fragments that are discovered are cleaned and set aside. 2. The new base was sized min. 12” deep, 12” greater in thick- ness and 6” wider than the stone. The finished top to be below grade. 3. Wooden forms were stabilized and setting slot form aligned with adjacent markers before concrete is poured 4. Setting forms are removed after partial curing of the concrete and the base backfilled with tamped sand or gravel 5. When required, the lower edge of marker was re-squared with minimal loss using a power grinder 6. Marker reset plumb and level into slot using a cement/lime grout (3/2/9) with 000 sand. Braced for min 3 days C5.2 10.11.2019 1 CONDITION ASSESSMENT MONUMENT CONSERVATION COLLABORATIVE LLC PO Box 541, Norfolk, CT 06058 860 307 6695 MCCLLC@gmail.com NAME ON MARKER Material: Marker Type: Cond. of Inscription: Inspected by: IS+MJ EXISTING CONDITIONS CONSERVATION STRATEGY TREATMENT Comments: All information given and recommendations made herein are based upon our research and are believed to be accurate, but no guarantee, either expressed or implied, in made with respect thereto. © MONUMENT CONSERVATION COLLABORATIVE LLC Location West Farms Rd Cemetery, Northampton, MA 11/28/2016 Conservation Priority: Date of treatment: Stebbins Small monument Marble Decipherable Unstable Reset base foundation level Reset elements if required 1. Elements removed from base area with mechanical assis- tance, inspected for soundness. 2. Soil removed around base unit and base jacked up to level. 3. Existing stone foundation exposed and leveled with sand and gravel 4. Base re-set plumb onto foundation at appropriate height and level, aligned with adjacent markers 5. Area beneath and around base backfilled with tamped sand and gravel 6. Disturbed areas re-graded with existing topsoil. 7. Failed setting mortars removed from setting bed with hand chisels as necessary 8. Setting bed area primed with Acryl 60 diluted 1:3 with water. 9. Marker lifted with mechanical assistance and reset with ce- ment/lime mortar (3/2/9) with 000 sand. C9.1 10.15.2019 1 CONDITION ASSESSMENT MONUMENT CONSERVATION COLLABORATIVE LLC PO Box 541, Norfolk, CT 06058 860 307 6695 MCCLLC@gmail.com NAME ON MARKER Material: Marker Type: Cond. of Inscription: Inspected by: IS+MJ EXISTING CONDITIONS CONSERVATION STRATEGY TREATMENT Comments: All information given and recommendations made herein are based upon our research and are believed to be accurate, but no guarantee, either expressed or implied, in made with respect thereto. © MONUMENT CONSERVATION COLLABORATIVE LLC Location West Farms Rd Cemetery, Northampton, MA 11/28/2016 Conservation Priority: Date of treatment: Wilbur Headstone on base Marble Legible Unstable Level base if required Reset marker to base 1. Marker removed from the area and inspected for soundness. 2. Setting area excavated to an appropriate depth removing any roots or large stones. 3. Base is aligned with adjacent markers and re-set level at a higher height. 4. Area around base was backfilled with tamped gravel and re- graded with existing topsoil 5. Failed mortar removed from setting area and bottom of marker 6. Setting surfaces primed with Acryl 60 diluted 1:3 with water. 7. Marker reset plumb onto base with cement/lime mortar (3/2/9) with fine sand (00 or 000) 8. Excess grout removed and joint area cleaned. C9.2 10/4/2019 1 CONDITION ASSESSMENT MONUMENT CONSERVATION COLLABORATIVE LLC PO Box 541, Norfolk, CT 06058 860 307 6695 MCCLLC@gmail.com NAME ON MARKER Material: Marker Type: Cond. of Inscription: Inspected by: IS+MJ EXISTING CONDITIONS CONSERVATION STRATEGY TREATMENT Comments: All information given and recommendations made herein are based upon our research and are believed to be accurate, but no guarantee, either expressed or implied, in made with respect thereto. © MONUMENT CONSERVATION COLLABORATIVE LLC Location West Farms Rd Cemetery, Northampton, MA 11/28/2016 Conservation Priority: Date of treatment: Naomi Miller Headstone in base Marble Partially legible Leaning marker, out of base Reset marker to existing base 1. Marker removed from the area and inspected for soundness. 2. Setting area excavated to an appropriate depth removing any roots or large stones. 3. Base is aligned with adjacent markers and re-set level at appro- priate height. 4. Area around base was backfilled with tamped gravel and re- graded with existing topsoil 5. Failed mortar removed from setting slot and bottom of marker 6. Marker reset plumb into base with cement/lime mortar (3/2/9) with fine sand (00 or 000) 7. Excess grout removed and joint area cleaned. E7.1 10/3/2019 1 CONDITION ASSESSMENT MONUMENT CONSERVATION COLLABORATIVE LLC PO Box 541, Norfolk, CT 06058 860 307 6695 MCCLLC@gmail.com NAME ON MARKER Material: Marker Type: Cond. of Inscription: Inspected by: IS+MJ EXISTING CONDITIONS CONSERVATION STRATEGY TREATMENT Comments: All information given and recommendations made herein are based upon our research and are believed to be accurate, but no guarantee, either expressed or implied, in made with respect thereto. © MONUMENT CONSERVATION COLLABORATIVE LLC Location West Farms Rd Cemetery, Northampton, MA 11/28/2016 Conservation Priority: Date of treatment: Phebe Hoyt Headstone Marble Legible Unstable, tilting Possible new below grade base required for resetting Note: marker had fallen and fractured since 11.28.2016 1. Setting area excavated for new below grade cast concrete base. Any fragments that are discovered are cleaned and set aside. 2. Wooden forms and setting slot form stabilized and aligned with adja- cent markers before concrete is poured, sized min. 12” deep, 12” great- er in thickness and 6” wider than the stone. The finished top to be be- low grade. Setting forms are removed after partial curing of the con- crete and the base backfilled with tamped sand or gravel 3. When required, the lower edge of marker is re-squared with minimal loss using a power grinder priori to resetting 4. Lower fragment reset plumb and level into slot using a cement/lime grout (3/2/9) with 000 sand. Braced for min 3 days 5. All mating edges of fragments cleaned with water and fragments at- tached with structural adhesive (Abatron 55 -22), clamped and braced until cured. Excess adhesive removed with hand chisels within 24 hrs. 6. Cracks and losses filled with Voidspan products, for large loses Jahn cementitious mortar was used. F7.2 10.11-14.2019 1 CONDITION ASSESSMENT MONUMENT CONSERVATION COLLABORATIVE LLC PO Box 541, Norfolk, CT 06058 860 307 6695 MCCLLC@gmail.com NAME ON MARKER Material: Marker Type: Cond. of Inscription: Inspected by: IS+MJ EXISTING CONDITIONS CONSERVATION STRATEGY TREATMENT Comments: All information given and recommendations made herein are based upon our research and are believed to be accurate, but no guarantee, either expressed or implied, in made with respect thereto. © MONUMENT CONSERVATION COLLABORATIVE LLC Location West Farms Rd Cemetery, Northampton, MA 11/28/2016 Conservation Priority: Date of treatment: Munyan Monument on base Marble Unstable, tilted Reset base level Reset elements as necessary 1. Elements removed from base area with mechanical assis- tance, inspected for soundness. 2. Soil removed around base unit and base jacked up to level. 3. Existing stone foundation exposed and leveled with sand and gravel 4. Base re-set plumb onto foundation at appropriate height and level, aligned with adjacent markers 5. Area beneath and around base backfilled with tamped sand and gravel 6. Disturbed areas re-graded with existing topsoil. 7. Failed setting mortars removed from setting bed with hand chisels as necessary 8. Setting bed area primed with Acryl 60 diluted 1:3 with water. 9. Marker lifted with mechanical assistance and reset with ce- ment/lime mortar (3/2/9) with 000 sand. F10.1 10.14.2019 1 CONDITION ASSESSMENT MONUMENT CONSERVATION COLLABORATIVE LLC PO Box 541, Norfolk, CT 06058 860 307 6695 MCCLLC@gmail.com NAME ON MARKER Material: Marker Type: Cond. of Inscription: Inspected by: IS+MJ EXISTING CONDITIONS CONSERVATION STRATEGY TREATMENT Comments: All information given and recommendations made herein are based upon our research and are believed to be accurate, but no guarantee, either expressed or implied, in made with respect thereto. © MONUMENT CONSERVATION COLLABORATIVE LLC Location West Farms Rd Cemetery, Northampton, MA 11/28/2016 Conservation Priority: Date of treatment: Francis E. Stockwell Headstone Marble Decipherable Leaning Reset into new below grade base 1. Existing base was located below grade while excavating for resetting. 2. The base was inspected and found to be sound and re-useable 3. Area excavated to an appropriate depth removing any roots or large stones. 4. Base was aligned with adjacent markers and re-set level. 5. Area around base was backfilled with tamped gravel and re- graded with existing topsoil 6. Setting slot cleaned of debris or failed mortar 7. Marker reset plumb and level into setting slot with cement/lime grout (3/2/9) with 000 sand 8. Excess grout removed and joint area cleaned. 9. Marker braced for a minimum 3 days G2.1 10.4.2019 1 CONDITION ASSESSMENT MONUMENT CONSERVATION COLLABORATIVE LLC PO Box 541, Norfolk, CT 06058 860 307 6695 MCCLLC@gmail.com NAME ON MARKER Material: Marker Type: Cond. of Inscription: Inspected by: IS+MJ EXISTING CONDITIONS CONSERVATION STRATEGY TREATMENT Comments: All information given and recommendations made herein are based upon our research and are believed to be accurate, but no guarantee, either expressed or implied, in made with respect thereto. © MONUMENT CONSERVATION COLLABORATIVE LLC Location West Farms Rd Cemetery, Northampton, MA 11/28/2016 Conservation Priority: Date of treatment: Rufus Bosworth Headstone Marble Decipherable Unstable, tilted Possible new below grade base required for resetting 1. Existing base was located below grade while excavating for resetting. 2. The base was inspected and found to be sound and re-useable 3. Area excavated to an appropriate depth removing any roots or large stones. 4. Base was aligned with adjacent markers and re-set level. 5. Area around base was backfilled with tamped gravel and re- graded with existing topsoil 6. Setting slot cleaned of debris or failed mortar 7. Marker reset plumb and level into setting slot with cement/lime grout (3/2/9) with 000 sand 8. Excess grout removed and joint area cleaned. 9. Marker braced for a minimum 3 days G5.2 10.11.2019 1 CONDITION ASSESSMENT MONUMENT CONSERVATION COLLABORATIVE LLC PO Box 541, Norfolk, CT 06058 860 307 6695 MCCLLC@gmail.com NAME ON MARKER Material: Marker Type: Cond. of Inscription: Inspected by: IS+MJ EXISTING CONDITIONS CONSERVATION STRATEGY TREATMENT Comments: All information given and recommendations made herein are based upon our research and are believed to be accurate, but no guarantee, either expressed or implied, in made with respect thereto. © MONUMENT CONSERVATION COLLABORATIVE LLC Location West Farms Rd Cemetery, Northampton, MA 11/28/2016 Conservation Priority: Date of treatment: Martha Bosworth Headstone Marble Partially Decipherable Fallen, leaning Possible new below grade base required for resetting 1. Existing base was located below grade while excavating for resetting. 2. The base was inspected and found to be sound and re-useable 3. Area excavated to an appropriate depth removing any roots or large stones. 4. Base was aligned with adjacent markers and re-set level. 5. Area around base was backfilled with tamped gravel and re- graded with existing topsoil 6. Setting slot cleaned of debris or failed mortar 7. Marker reset plumb and level into setting slot with cement/lime grout (3/2/9) with 000 sand 8. Excess grout removed and joint area cleaned. 9. Marker braced for a minimum 3 days G5.3 10.11.2019 1 CONDITION ASSESSMENT MONUMENT CONSERVATION COLLABORATIVE LLC PO Box 541, Norfolk, CT 06058 860 307 6695 MCCLLC@gmail.com NAME ON MARKER Material: Marker Type: Cond. of Inscription: Inspected by: IS+MJ EXISTING CONDITIONS CONSERVATION STRATEGY TREATMENT Comments: All information given and recommendations made herein are based upon our research and are believed to be accurate, but no guarantee, either expressed or implied, in made with respect thereto. © MONUMENT CONSERVATION COLLABORATIVE LLC Location West Farms Rd Cemetery, Northampton, MA 11/28/2016 Conservation Priority: Date of treatment: Clarissa Cole Headstone Marble Decipherable Unstable, tilted Possible new below grade base required for resetting 1. Marker carefully excavated and found to be whole and sound. The soil around tilted markers was removed to an appropriate depth. When required, the marker was removed from the ground. Marker appears to be sound. 2. Soling removed by light brushing with nylon brushes and wa- ter. 3. Setting area excavated to sufficient depth and stone re-set plumb at appropriate height and level onto gravel bed, aligned with adjacent markers 4. Area backfilled around marker with tamped sand and gravel 5. Disturbed areas re-graded with existing topsoil and sod. G6.1 10.8.2019 1 CONDITION ASSESSMENT MONUMENT CONSERVATION COLLABORATIVE LLC PO Box 541, Norfolk, CT 06058 860 307 6695 MCCLLC@gmail.com NAME ON MARKER Material: Marker Type: Cond. of Inscription: Inspected by: IS+MJ EXISTING CONDITIONS CONSERVATION STRATEGY TREATMENT Comments: All information given and recommendations made herein are based upon our research and are believed to be accurate, but no guarantee, either expressed or implied, in made with respect thereto. © MONUMENT CONSERVATION COLLABORATIVE LLC Location West Farms Rd Cemetery, Northampton, MA 11/28/2016 Conservation Priority: Date of treatment: Lewis Stockwell Headstone Marble Partially Decipherable Leaning, unstable Reset into new below grade base 1. Marker removed from the area and inspected for soundness. 2. Setting area excavated to an appropriate depth removing any roots or large stones. 3. Base is aligned with adjacent markers and re-set level at ap- propriate height. 4. Area around base was backfilled with tamped gravel and re- graded with existing topsoil 5. Failed mortar removed from setting area and bottom of marker 6. Setting surfaces primed with Acryl 60 diluted 1:3 with water. 7. Marker reset plumb onto base with cement/lime mortar (3/2/9) with fine sand (00 or 000) 8. Excess grout removed and joint area cleaned. G8.2 10.8.2019 1 CONDITION ASSESSMENT MONUMENT CONSERVATION COLLABORATIVE LLC PO Box 541, Norfolk, CT 06058 860 307 6695 MCCLLC@gmail.com NAME ON MARKER Material: Marker Type: Cond. of Inscription: Inspected by: IS+MJ EXISTING CONDITIONS CONSERVATION STRATEGY TREATMENT Comments: All information given and recommendations made herein are based upon our research and are believed to be accurate, but no guarantee, either expressed or implied, in made with respect thereto. © MONUMENT CONSERVATION COLLABORATIVE LLC Location West Farms Rd Cemetery, Northampton, MA 11/28/2016 Conservation Priority: Date of treatment: Elvira Stockwell Headstone Marble Legible Out of ground, leaning Reset into new below grade base 1. Setting area excavated for new below grade cast concrete base. Any fragments that are discovered are cleaned and set aside. 2. The new base was sized min. 12” deep, 12” greater in thick- ness and 6” wider than the stone. The finished top to be below grade. 3. Wooden forms were stabilized and setting slot form aligned with adjacent markers before concrete is poured 4. Setting forms are removed after partial curing of the concrete and the base backfilled with tamped sand or gravel 5. When required, the lower edge of marker was re-squared with minimal loss using a power grinder 6. Marker reset plumb and level into slot using a cement/lime grout (3/2/9) with 000 sand. Braced for min 3 days G8.3 10.9-11.2019 1 CONDITION ASSESSMENT MONUMENT CONSERVATION COLLABORATIVE LLC PO Box 541, Norfolk, CT 06058 860 307 6695 MCCLLC@gmail.com NAME ON MARKER Material: Marker Type: Cond. of Inscription: Inspected by: IS+MJ EXISTING CONDITIONS CONSERVATION STRATEGY TREATMENT Comments: All information given and recommendations made herein are based upon our research and are believed to be accurate, but no guarantee, either expressed or implied, in made with respect thereto. © MONUMENT CONSERVATION COLLABORATIVE LLC Location West Farms Rd Cemetery, Northampton, MA 11/28/2016 Conservation Priority: Date of treatment: Stockwell Headstones on base Marble Decipherable Unstable, tilted Reset base unit level Reset elements as necessary 1. Setting joint of markers to the base found to be sound and sta- ble. Base unit removed from setting area. 2. Setting area excavated to an appropriate depth removing any roots or large stones. 3. The foundation was re-set level at appropriate height, back- filled with tamped gravel. 4. Base element was reset to foundation and leveled. 5. Setting slot of markers was tuckpointed. 6. Area around the base e-graded with existing topsoil G9.4 10.8-9.2019 1 CONDITION ASSESSMENT MONUMENT CONSERVATION COLLABORATIVE LLC PO Box 541, Norfolk, CT 06058 860 307 6695 MCCLLC@gmail.com NAME ON MARKER Material: Marker Type: Cond. of Inscription: Inspected by: IS+MJ EXISTING CONDITIONS CONSERVATION STRATEGY TREATMENT Comments: All information given and recommendations made herein are based upon our research and are believed to be accurate, but no guarantee, either expressed or implied, in made with respect thereto. © MONUMENT CONSERVATION COLLABORATIVE LLC Location West Farms Rd Cemetery, Northampton, MA 11/28/2016 Conservation Priority: Date of treatment: Burdick Headstone Marble Possible new below grade base required for resetting 1. Setting area excavated for new below grade cast concrete base. Any fragments that are discovered are cleaned and set aside. 2. The new base was sized min. 12” deep, 12” greater in thick- ness and 6” wider than the stone. The finished top to be below grade. 3. Wooden forms were stabilized and setting slot form aligned with adjacent markers before concrete is poured 4. Setting forms are removed after partial curing of the concrete and the base backfilled with tamped sand or gravel 5. When required, the lower edge of marker was re-squared with minimal loss using a power grinder 6. Marker reset plumb and level into slot using a cement/lime grout (3/2/9) with 000 sand. Braced for min 3 days G10.1 10.8-11.2019 1 CONDITION ASSESSMENT MONUMENT CONSERVATION COLLABORATIVE LLC PO Box 541, Norfolk, CT 06058 860 307 6695 MCCLLC@gmail.com NAME ON MARKER Material: Marker Type: Cond. of Inscription: Inspected by: IS+MJ EXISTING CONDITIONS CONSERVATION STRATEGY TREATMENT Comments: All information given and recommendations made herein are based upon our research and are believed to be accurate, but no guarantee, either expressed or implied, in made with respect thereto. © MONUMENT CONSERVATION COLLABORATIVE LLC Location West Farms Rd Cemetery, Northampton, MA 11/28/2016 Conservation Priority: Date of treatment: n.a. Headstone on base Marble Illegible Unstable, loose on base Level base as necessary Reset marker to base 1. Marker removed from the area and inspected for soundness. 2. Setting area excavated to an appropriate depth removing any roots or large stones. 3. Base is aligned with adjacent markers and re-set level at ap- propriate height. 4. Area around base was backfilled with tamped gravel and re- graded with existing topsoil 5. Failed mortar removed from setting area and bottom of marker 6. Setting surfaces primed with Acryl 60 diluted 1:3 with water. 7. Marker reset plumb onto base with cement/lime mortar (3/2/9) with fine sand (00 or 000) 8. Excess grout removed and joint area cleaned. G10.2 10/8/2019 1