them, shucking the corn, and snapping off the ends of the string beans to help prepare dinner. Olga loved canning the fruits and vegetables that they grew, and would store them on shelves in the cool basement, with its constant temperature. They also loved having their grandchildren come and visit them. After my Dad, Dr. Forrest A. Rowell, M.D., first set up his medical practice in his office (and our home), at 579 Broadway in Hastings-on-Hudson, New York, he spent many hours a day, between patients visiting his office and making house calls. While Dad was busy, Mom would sometimes drive me and my two brothers, Bob and Chris, up the high hill to 22 Overlook Road, in Hastings, where our grandparents and Aunt Orpha, (my Mom’s sister), lived. They would greet us and offer us milk and cookies. During the summer months, we loved playing games in Gramma and Grampa’s swimming pool. Uncle Harold (my Mom’s brother), and Aunt Dinty lived at the bottom of the hill, and their daughters, our cousins JoAnna and Gillian, would add to the fun by joining us in playing games in the pool. Occasionally, Dad would meet us for dinner too, at Gramma’s and Grampa’s, after he finished work for that part of the day. In Chapter 1, you will learn a little about Eugene’s family. Next, in Chapters 2 through 18, you will continue to travel through time, learning how The Western States Machine Company came into existence, as well as about its growth, challenges, and successes. Most importantly, you will learn about the many talented individuals, strategic partners, and customers of Western States who continue to drive and propel forward the ideals set forth by my grandfather, Eugene Roberts. May you enjoy 100 Years – The Story of The Western States Machine Company and have fun on your journey. My best, Nancy Rowell Lewit Nancy Rowell Lewit March 27, 2017