The North Shore of Massachusetts Bay; An Illustrated Guide and History of Marblehead, Salem, Peabody, Beverly, Manchester-By-The-Sea, Magnolia, and CA (Paperback)

This historic book may have numerous typos and missing text. Purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. Not indexed. Not illustrated. 1880 Excerpt: ... Hesperus House will accommodate about one hundred guests. The two wings of the hotel stand some seventy feet apart and are connected by a covered walk, in the middle of which is a handsome Chinese pagoda. During both of the years since the Hesperus was opened, the patronage has exceeded the capacity of the house, and overflowed into the neighboring cottages. The house commands a magnificent view of the bay and ocean, with sea views from nearly every room. Mr. Fuller was killed by falling down the shaft of a mine at Leadville, Col., on Feb. 19, 1880. His death was a sad blow to a large circle of friends, and a serious loss to the little community of which he was the leading spirit. He was an energetic, liberal-minded business man, and a good citizen and friend. Mrs. Fuller will manage the Hesperus this season, with the aid of competent assistants. Willow Cottage, near the Hesperus, is the pioneer hotel of Magnolia, and has ever borne a first class reputation as a pleasant, home-like place. Mr. and Mrs. Bray have leased Norman cottage adjoining for the season, thus securing enlarged accommodations. The graceful willows which grow in front of Willow cottage add materially to the charm of the location. Oceanside is the name given to a pleasantly located cottage in the rear of the Hesperus. It stands on the hill overlooking the broad ocean on the one side, the bay in front, and Salem harbor and the Cape Ann shore on the other hand. The cottage was built by Mr. James Perkins, of Peabody, for his own use, but is leased by him for the season, to Mrs. O. Paige, who will open it for summer boarders. Hon. Ripley Ropes, of Brooklyn, N Y., has occupied rooms here for several years. Oak Grove Cottage, some 200 feet back from the road to the point, just in the outskirts ...