History of Marshfield, Massachusetts, USA

Marshfield is a beautiful seaboard town in the northeastern part of Plymouth County, about 30 miles southeast of Boston on the South Shore line of the Old Colony Railroad. Norwell lies on the northwest and north, Scituate on the north, the ocean on the east, Duxbury on the south and southwest, with Pembroke west of the middle section. The assessed area is 15,908 acres, of which 3,616 acres are woodland.

North River forms the divisional line from Norwell on the west, and by a right-angled turn on the north also, and from Scituate; with a turn at the northeast corner of the town as sharply southward, where a long narrow peninsula of Scituate separates it from the sea as far as the middle point of Marshfield on the east side. At this point comes in South River, flowing across the town from North Duxbury, the two rivers entering the sea together. In the southern part of the town is Cut River, coming from the centre of Duxbury, then making its way between two hills in Marshfield, and...

Marshfield, a post-township of Plymouth co., Mass., about 28 miles S.E. of Boston, is bounded on the N.E. by Massachusetts Bay, and intersected by a branch of the Old Colony Railroad. It contains villages named Marshfield (once the place of residence of Daniel Webster) and East Marshfield, and has manufactures of boxes and shoes. Pop. 1817. Marshfield Station is 34 miles and Marshfield Centre 32 miles by rail from Boston.

Marshfield, a post-township (town and village) of Plymouth co., Mass., about 28 miles SE. of Boston, on the New York, New Haven and Hartford R., is bounded on the NE. by Massachusetts Bay. It is a summer-resort. Pop. of the town in 1900, 1810; of the village, about 400.

Fessenden reported that on the evening of December 24, 1906 (Christmas Eve), he had made the first of two radio broadcasts of music and entertainment to a general audience, using the alternator-transmitter at Brant Rock (Marshfield).


TELEPHONING WITHOUT WIRE
Another Miracle is Almost Ready for Commercial Use
(From the Denver News)

Hard upon the heels of wireless telegraphy comes the news that telephoning without the aid of wires is within sight. Reginald Fessenden has been conducting experiments in this line since 1898, and his latest and most successful test has been to carry on a conversation without wires over a distance of 10 miles. Plainly, if this can be done for 10 miles greater distances will require nothing more than greater perfection in the instruments used, and another thing that our grandmothers would have regarded as a miracle is almost ready to be stocked and bonded. Some of the difficulties in the way of this achievement may be appreciated from a brief...

1. Rexhame Beach: Start your visit by hitting the beach. Rexhame Beach is one of Marshfield's most popular spots. It offers miles of sandy shores where you can swim, sunbathe, and take leisurely walks along the shoreline. Don't forget to bring your beach chairs and sunscreen.

2. Brant Rock Beach: Another fantastic beach option is Brant Rock Beach. It's known for its scenic views and is a great place to watch the sunset. You can also explore the nearby Brant Rock Village, which has some charming shops and restaurants.

3. Green Harbor Beach: If you prefer a quieter beach experience, head to Green Harbor Beach. It's a hidden gem, often less crowded than the other beaches in town. Perfect for a peaceful day by the water.

4. Marshfield Hills: Take a stroll through Marshfield Hills, a historic village with picturesque homes and lovely gardens. It's a great place for a leisurely walk, and you can also visit the Winslow House, a colonial-era home that offers tours.

5. Daniel...