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A compilation of extracts from early Boston and Salem newspapers and brief editorial notes that document how Sundays were observed in New England. The selections include municipal orders, church regulations, legal notices, tithingmen announcements, police admonitions, and social anecdotes that show restrictions on commerce and travel, pew and seating practices, methods of collection, and penalties for violations. Period commentary and short examples together trace the civic, religious, and domestic routines that shaped public attitudes toward the Sabbath and its enforcement.

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Henry M. Brooks

Henry M. Brooks was an American author known for his contributions to the genre of historical literature, particularly through his "Olden Time Series." This collection, which includes titles such as "Curiosities of the Old Lottery" and "The Days of the Spinning-Wheel in New England," draws from old newspapers of Boston and Salem, Massachusetts, providing readers with a glimpse into the social and cultural fabric of early New England. Brooks' work is characterized by its blend of curiosity and nostalgia, offering insights into the peculiarities of past life and customs.

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