Historian Dee Morris concludes her four-part series, “Medford’s Compass Points,” in which she discusses the city’s four “cardinal point” neighborhoods. Today’s focus will be on West Medford, known for beautiful homes and strong-minded people. Starting in the 17th century, the influential Brooks family created the signature estate in this lovely neighborhood. Norwood P. Hallowell (1839-1914), a leader in the 54th and 55th Massachusetts Regiments which recruited free men of color, settled his family here after the Civil War. Amelia Earhart (1897-1937), the celebrated aviator, lived on Brooks Street while she worked in Boston. The famous White House butler, Alonzo Fields (1900-1994), was a resident of “The Ville,” an African American community close by the Mystic River. The stories of West Medford are as diverse as the people who have lived there. Reserve your seat by calling the Senior Center at 781-396-6010.